You have a purpose. There are so many ways you can grow in all areas of your life, and at any stage of your life. We talk about building an ironside--a defense--spiritually, physically, intellectually, and socially. Doing something well takes practice and patience. On this show we ask family, friends, leaders, and heroes for help.
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Sermons preached at Reformation Presbyterian Church (OPC) in Olympia, WA.
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Weekly NBA podcast with Steve Sabbatini and Brett Usher covering current topics.
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Love is the sacrificial concern for others that defines God and should define us as we reflect God’s love to those around us. The Beginning of Love (vv. 7-8, 10, 12-13, 19) The Manifestation of Love (vv. 9-10, 14) The End of Love (vv. 8, 12, 15-17, 19-21) Discussion Starters Monday—What does it mean that God is love? What does that tell you about u…
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Teachers show themselves to be true by preaching Jesus Christ crucified, a stumbling block and foolishness to the world. True and False Spirits (vv. 1-3; John 1:1-14) Greater is He Who is in You (vv. 4-6) Discussion Starters Monday—Is it shocking or concerning that there are so many “versions” of Christianity? Why or why not? Why does the devil pro…
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God calls you to follow Abel’s model of living sacrifice rather than Cain’s model of bitter envy. Cain or Abel (v. 11-12; Genesis 4:1-11) Glory or the Cross Hate or Love (vv. 13-24) Discussion Starters Monday—In what way is 1 John a book of antitheses? What are some of them? Why does John press these? Tuesday—Did Abel do anything wrong to Cain? Why…
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By Rev. Danny Olinger
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Love is an unmistakable family trait—one that all God’s children have. Two Families (2:28-29; 3:8-10) Shrinking back in Shame? (2:28 - 3:8) Love and Abide (2:28; 3:10) Discussion Starters Monday—What is shame? Have you experienced shame? What did it make you want to do? Tuesday—What two families can the world be divided into? (2:28-29; 3:8-10; Matt…
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Ep. 94 - Beware of Pride with Eric Moutsos
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Ten years ago the Salt Lake City Police Department and the Salt Lake Tribune publicly humiliated and lied about Eric's story story; which changed his life forever. They painted him as the bigot cop who didn't want protect gay people. The false narrative lie caught fire in Utah and ended up in National and International News. Now, Eric travels the c…
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Ep. 001 - Better Music with Bekah Sorensen
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Bekah Sorensen is a wife, a mother, and an incredible singer/songwriter. She shares her testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, her journey through music and how each and every one of us can magnify our talents. Check out her website bekahsorensen.com Follow her on Instagram @bekah.sorensen Subscribe to her YouTube Channel @bekahsorensen…
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By Rev. Dan York
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The last days will be known for false teachers and we must be all the more sure to cling to the truth of the gospel. Antichrists (vv. 18-19, 22, 26) Anointing (vv. 20, 23, 27a) Abide in Jesus (vv. 21, 24-25, 27b) Discussion Starters Monday—What is the “last hour”? What characterizes it? How do we know that we are living in the last hour? Tuesday—Wh…
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Ep. 93 - Bacon and Gunpowder with Lafayette Lee
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Lafayette Lee is the ultimate man. A worthy husband and father, an American hero, and an incredible writer. We discuss what Memorial Day means to us and why a good ethos is better than any ideology. We talk about homeschooling, reading, writing, guns, and much more. Follow him @Partisan_O lafayettelee.com Read IM-1776 im1776.com…
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Ep. 92 - Man of God/Man of War, with Hyrum
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Hyrum is an Army veteran, a man of God and a man of war. We begin with a Memorial Day message from Jocko Willink. We discuss his service as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his subsequent military experience. We also talk about warfare in the Book of Mormon and how we can remember those who did not come home. Fol…
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True faith shows itself in love toward others, even seeking good for your enemies. True Believers Bear Fruit (vv. 3-6, 15-17) A New Commandment (vv. 5, 7-11) Mature and Maturing (vv. 12-14) Discussion Starters Monday—Why is it a lie to say that being a Christian doesn’t require a changed life? Why can’t you be a Christian if there is no change in y…
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Ep. 91 - Do the Right Thing with Craig Johnson
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Craig Johnson is author of the New York Times bestselling Walt Longmire Mystery series. His books have won multiple awards and are the basis for the Netflix television series "Longmire". Craig Johnson's 20th novel, "First Frost" will be available May 28th, 2024. Graham Bradley also joins us to discuss Craig Johnson's work and writing process. We ta…
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Ep. 90 - White Boy Summer with Max Teller
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When he isn't chasing down leads and bringing in new merchandising partners, Max is modeling the latest designs from WBS Apparel in our ever-growing product catalog. He's no stranger to either side of the camera lens, and has spent years honing his talent to become one of Baltimore's preeminent photographers. He never hesitates to take the shot, wh…
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Ep. 89 - Seeking Safe Havens with Mitch Weight and Chris Hardman
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Real estate is too expensive. Interest rates are too high. Food is fake. Crime is increasing. Danger of collapse looms near. You’ll likely never be able to afford to start a homestead, let alone have a place to retreat to in the coming struggles. That’s why they started Dwelt—to make your homesteading dreams a reality, and to provide secure, self-r…
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Ep. 88 - Never Split the Difference with Scott Fischbuch
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Scott Fischbuch is a passionate coach and personality typing expert dedicated to helping individuals and teams unlock their full potential. With years of experience in personal development and business optimization, he has honed his skills to create tailored coaching strategies that drive real results. On this episode we discuss the book "Never Spl…
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Sometimes, in order to move forward, you have to first go backwards. The Frustration of Losing Ground (vv. 1-9) The Tyranny of Emotions (and Where we Find Help) (vv. 1-20) When You Can’t See God (v. 19) Discussion Starters Monday—Have you ever been confident of God’s love at one point and then doubted it? What led to your confidence? What led to yo…
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Hope is found, not in hiding or denying our sin, but bringing everything into the light so that it can be forgiven. Walking in the Light (1:5-7) Our Helper (2:1-2) The Way of Forgiveness (1:8-10) Discussion Starters Monday—Do you ever lie to yourself? How? What do you typically try to convince yourself of? Why would anyone lie to themself? Tuesday—…
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The eternal God has revealed himself by becoming man and invites us into fellowship with him so that we might have life in him. The Eternality of God (vv. 1-2) The Revelation of God (vv. 1-4) Fellowship with God (vv. 3-4) Discussion Starters Monday—What was “from the beginning”? (v. 1) What does that mean? What is John saying about God? Is there an…
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By Rev. Al Tricarico
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The safest place in the universe is to be surrendered to God. The Competition for Glory (vv. 1, 5) Vain is the Salvation of Man (vv. 5-13) With God We Shall do Valiantly (vv. 1-4, 13) Discussion Starters Monday—Why do we crave safety (and fear danger)? What can that craving sometimes lead us to do when it comes to trusting God? Tuesday—In what ways…
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God’s people can be content and find comfort in the midst of great affliction because God goes with them into that affliction and shields them from the danger—eternal wrath—by bearing it for them in love. David’s Confession (Psalm 23) Christ’s Declaration (John 4:31-34; 6:5-11; 10:11-18) Our Hope and Confidence Discussion Starters Monday—What does …
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When you are afraid, you can trust in the God who hears you and will deliver you. God Allows You to go through the Wilderness (vv. 1-7) God Hears You when you Weep (vv. 8-11) God is with You in the Wilderness (vv. 12-13) Discussion Starters Monday—What are the different things that people tend to fear? Which do you tend to fear the most? Tuesday—Wh…
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The resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day is God’s sign to assure us that salvation belongs to our God and has been accomplished. The Enemy at the Gate (v. 1; 2 Kings 18-19) The King at Death’s Door (vv. 1-7) The Sign of Comfort (vv. 8-11) Discussion Starters Monday—What are some of the bold claims of Christianity? Why is the resurrection a…
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Godly wisdom teaches us to recognize God’s love in his discipline and to give thanks for it. Consider the Steadfast Love of the Lord (vv. 1-3, 43) God’s Love Demonstrated (vv. 4-32) God’s Love Embodied (vv. 8, 15, 21, 31; cf. John 1:14) Walking in Wisdom (vv. 33-43) Discussion Starters Monday—Verse 43 tells us to consider the steadfast love of the …
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Sin is ugly and destructive, but we have a faithful Savior who stands in the breach ready to save all who repent and come to him. The Ugliness of Sin (vv. 6-33) Corporate (vv. 6-12) Impatient (v. 13-15; Numbers 11:1-15, 31-35) Jealous (vv. 16-18; Numbers 16:1-40) Idolatrous (vv. 19-23; Exodus 32:1-8) Rejects His Gifts (vv. 24-27; Numbers 13-14) Cor…
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Heartfelt worship flows out of remembering who God is and what he has done in the past so that we might have confidence as we look to the future. Worship as it Should Be (vv. 1-6) What We Remember (vv. 7-45) Why We Remember Discussion Starters Monday—Read verses 1-6. How does it describe worship? Is this simply an external exercise or does it go de…
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We do not suffer as those without hope, so our lives should be characterized by love while we await the return of our glorious Savior on the Last Day. Work of Faith (1 Thessalonians 2:1-16, 2:17-3:13; 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12) Steadfastness of Hope (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 5:1-11; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12) Labors of Love (1 Thessalonians 4:1-12, 5:12-…
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In imitation of Jesus, every Christian is called to contribute and serve others as he or she is able—refusing to do so is a dereliction of duty. The Bible and the Poor (Deuteronomy 24; Leviticus 19:9; 23:22; Matthew 5:42) A Gospel Issue (vv. 6-9) Rejecting Your Christian Identity (vv. 10-18) Discussion Starters Monday—How does God feel about the po…
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In the face of adversity, the Lord teaches us to pray for protection and for the salvation of those who mistreat us. Prayer for Protection (vv. 2-4) Confidence in the Lord (v. 3) Hearts of Love (vv. 1, 5) Discussion Starters Monday—Is it overwhelming at all to you how much 1 and 2 Thessalonians talk about adversity that should expect to face? Why? …
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Ep. 87 - Chivalry, with George of Cappadocia
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"Chivalry: An Ideal Whose Time Has Come Again" is a new book by George of Cappadocia. We discuss his writings and what it means to be a man. We discuss "Bronze Age Mindset", Christianity, and much more. Follow him on X (Twitter) @ChivalryGuild Buy the book at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTV5T2HZ?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520…
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The Holy God speaks to us from the throne of atonement, commanding us to come to him. The Holy God The Throne of Atonement The King Speaks Discussion Starters Monday—Do you have to be perfect to be in God’s presence? Why or why not? Tuesday—What covenant obligations do you have to God? What obligations does he have to you? Wednesday—Do you live eve…
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Ep. 86 - Trust Your Audience with T.R. Hudson
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T.R. Hudson is the author of Automaton and his newest novel “The Perfect and the Wicked”. He is the host of the Cannon Fodder podcast and a member of the Triumvirate behind the Double Dealer magazine. We discuss his latest book, family, bad writing advice, Passage Prize, and much more.
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God desired to physically dwell with us forever, so he became flesh, saved us from our sin, and is coming back bodily. Restoring Eden Incarnational Theology A New Eden Discussion Starters Monday—Why does God want to dwell with his people? How has he shown this is his goal throughout the story of Redemption? Tuesday—Are material things inherently go…
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Rooted in Jesus’ love and grace, we are called to stand firm and walk in obedient devotion to our God, while we await his glorious return. Loved by God (vv. 12-14) Established in Every Good Work and Word (vv. 16-17) Stand Firm (v. 15) Discussion Starters Monday—Why does Paul begin and end this section with God’s love for you? What happens when you …
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Jesus is the consuming fire who came and dwelt among us, and who calls us to ascend the mountain of his presence in faith to receive his Word. The Consuming Fire Ascending the Mountain Receiving His Word Discussion Starters Monday—Is it safe to approach God if he is a consuming fire? Do you keep God at a distance? Tuesday— How does Jesus dwell with…
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Christians need to be prepared for the Man of Lawlessness who will lead many in the church away from the truth. The MOL (vv. 3-4) God is Restraining Satan (vv. 5-12) The Point of Knowing these Things (vv. 2-3, 5) Discussion Starters Monday—How do you usually respond to passage about the end times? Excitement? Fear? Apprehension? Why? Why are these …
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Because justice is reserved for the last day, those who are deemed worthy of heavenly glory are counted worthy to suffer for Jesus in this life. The Implications of God’s Justice (vv. 6-10) You Are Worthy (vv. 3-5, 9, 11) To God Alone be the Glory (vv. 1-4, 12) Discussion Starters Monday—Can you think of any time in your life where your expectation…
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Ethan makes his return and is joined by guest Kyle Grondin to discuss the top of the Western Conference and how the playoff race is shaking out -Northwest Division and big picture West Playoff talk (4:15) -Thunder (10:30) -Timberwolves (21:00) -Nuggets (46:15) -Warriors (54:00)
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Ep. 85 - The Man Who Stole Shakespeare with Graham Bradley
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Returning guest Graham Bradley is back to recap his year of writing, push-ups, and the genesis of a succesful YouTube channel. We discuss family life, fatherhood, Pierce Brown's Red Rising series, Dune, and much more. We read one of Louis L'Amour's short stories. Check on Graham on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/GrahamBradley…
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By Steve Baugh
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Jesus came into this world veiled in weakness, but, through that weakness, brought and eternal kingdom of glory. David (vv. 1-11) David’s Son (vv. 12-17) David’s Greater Son (John 1:14; 1 Peter 2:4-8) Discussion starters Monday—Why did God record so many stories about births and prophecies about coming children in the Old Testament? How does he wan…
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Steve, Brett and Mikey are back like Ja Morant to discuss some of this weeks biggest topics in the NBA Grizzlies uphill climb to make the playoffs (1:30) Should we be concerned about The Pacers and what should they do?(19:45) MbiidVP (37:00) Revisiting the Harden trade (54:30)
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Creation’s purpose is to reveal its Creator so that you might learn to glorify him and seek your life in him. Creation and Providence (vv. 2-28) The Purpose of Creation (Psalm 19:1; Romans 1:18-20) The Seventh Day (vv. 1, 29-35; John 20:22) Discussion Starters Monday—What do you love most about creation? How does it affect you? What does it drive y…
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Ball Gate and Quarter Season MVP Talk
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Steve, Brett and Mikey discuss a few of the more absurd storylines from a whacky week in the NBA before diving into their way too early, quarter season MVP picks. The great Ball Gate debacle (2:30) Draymond’s “indefinite” suspension (20:00) Quarter Season MVPs (36:30) Zion discussion (51:00)
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Our frailty is not a hinderance to God showing us mercy, but the very reason he shows it. He Knows our Frame (vv. 14-16) He Remembers that We are Dust (vv. 2-13, 17-19) Talking to Angels (and Ourselves) (vv. 1, 20-22) Discussion Starters Monday—What does it mean to forget who we are and that we are dust? Why is it dangerous to forget who God is and…
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Mavericks State of the Union with Kyle Grondin
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On a night where Luka Doncic becomes the first player to ever record a first half 25 point triple double, Steve and Kyle discuss the Dallas Mavericks season and future. They switch gears to discuss all that they love about the In Season Tournament (32:45) and how they think it will play out going forward.…
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Jesus makes God visible, unites heaven and earth, and welcomes you to a covenant meal in his presence. Seeing God Heaven & Earth The Covenant Meal Discussion Starters Monday—How has God made himself visible throughout history? Why did he often hide himself in smoke and cloud? Tuesday—Why is it important that Jesus was truly incarnated as a human? H…
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Gone in 60 Minutes (West Coast Edition)
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Steve, Brett and Mikey try to hit all the Western Conference teams in 60 minutes but get derailed along the way YOUR #1 seed Minnesota Timberwolves (2:15) Nuggets (9:30) Mavericks (15:00) Thunder (21:00) Suns (27:00) Kangz (33:30) Lakers (40:00) Pels (44:00) Rockets (48:00) Clippers (52:15) Warriors (57:00) Jazz (1:01:00) Blazers (1:03::30) Grizzli…
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THE COVENANT ON THE MOUNTAIN (EXODUS 23:20-24:8) God binds himself to his people through the blood-sealed covenant on the mountain that requires perfect obedience. The People of the Covenant The Terms of the Covenant Sealed with Blood Discussion Starters Monday—How does God condescend in Covenant? Why does that matter? Tuesday—Are good works necess…
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