This podcast is based on two programs I record and air on community public radio in Sacramento. "The Climate Report" focuses on climate activities and "Making Tracks" focuses on wildlife and environmental issues.
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How do we transform and transcend our biases? From judgments made unconsciously to complacency in systemic evil, we must learn how to see if we are to learn how to transform. Center for Action and Contemplation faculty member Brian McLaren hosts the podcast series Learning How to See. Listen and discover how seeing is social, political, and contemplative.
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95% of churches in the U.S. are under 500 in average attendance. Small and mid-size churches truly are the backbone of the Church in America. Join Dale Sellers and Caralee Culpepper, part of the team at 95Network, as we host conversations that specifically relate to the small and mid-size church context.
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Want to deepen your weekly gospel study? Try the BYU Speeches Come, Follow Me podcast! Here, you’ll find inspiring devotionals that pair with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Come, Follow Me lesson for the week. These stories and insights can help bring scripture themes to life, and it might be just what you need to boost your personal, family, and church study.
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From Rock Hall-of-Famers to Grammy winners and emerging artists on the cusp of greatness — The Load Out Music Podcast is hosted by singer/songwriter Aaron Perlut of Atomic Junkshot and features intimate, long-form conversations with music artists.
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Intentionally Caring For Your Soul (w/ Jason Allison) - Episode 247
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95Network team member Jason Allison joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss the impact of our Soul Care Essentials Conference. Jason has facilitated several conferences throughout 2024. The discussion today is around the impact he is seeing firsthand as a conference leader. Many pastors and church leaders often ignore their emotional health whil…
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Living on the Lord's Side of the Line | Sheri L. Dew | March 2000
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Choose to keep God's commandments and stay out of Satan's territory. We are promised safety and peace on the Lord's side of the line. Click here to view the speech page! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Overcoming The Insecurities of Sharing Your Faith (w/ Mike Jackson) - Episode 246
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While serving with Campus Outreach, Mike Jackson discovered that there was a disconnect with the outreach/evangelism efforts of the staff. That led Mike to start a comprehensive journal that eventually became his first book entitled, "Reaching Your Jerusalem: Overcoming Your Barriers To Sharing The Gospel." Mike joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to d…
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Enter to Learn; Go Forth to Fight! | Carlos A. Godoy | March 2019
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Elder Godoy teaches us that we need to take advantage of learning opportunities now so we can serve the Lord faithfully after we leave BYU. Click here to access the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Using The Tools The Lord Has Already Provided (w/ Darrell Stetler) - Episode 245
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Darrell Stetler has been a frequent guest on the 95Podcast. Today's episode is another encouraging conversation for anyone leading a small or midsize church. Darrell always offers practical wisdom from his twenty one years of experience in pastoring the same church. He reminds all of us that God is pleased just to see us "pick up the tools we alrea…
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Sin and Suffering | Dallin H. Oaks | August 1990
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We cannot sin without accepting the consequences, and sin always brings suffering. Sincere repentance is not easy, but it is possible. Click here to access the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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PODCAST RECAST: Forgiving Forward . . . Again! (w/ Bruce & Toni Hebel) - Episode 244
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Bruce and Toni Hebel know firsthand how the impact of refusing to forgive can destroy your life. Separate encounters with Jesus led them to experience healing and forgiveness they didn't know was available. Jesus truly set them free! They join Dale on today's 95Podcast to continue sharing about the power of forgiveness. They also give updates on so…
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Guideposts for Life’s Journey | Thomas S. Monson | November 2007
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On life's journey, these four guideposts will lead us to our heavenly home: glance backwards, look heavenwards, reach outward, and press onward. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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PODCAST RECAST: Struggling Well - Post Traumatic Growth (w/ Jon Sanders) - Episode 243
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Jon Sanders, 95Network's Director of Coaching, joins today's 95Podcast as a guest, discussing his recent experience at a retreat provided by the Boulder Crest Foundation. The retreat is called Struggle Well. They specialize in providing opportunities to help public servants in the first responder field and military personal work through post-trauma…
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Observation, Reason, Faith, and Revelation | Dale G. Renlund | August 2023
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Observation, reason, and faith facilitate revelation and enable the Holy Ghost to be a reliable, trustworthy, and beloved companion. Click here to view the speech page! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Virginia's The Steel Wheels Join The Load Out Music Podcast
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Welcome back to the Load Out Music Podcast where we most recently caught up with a much-heralded Americana band from my home state of Virginia. They are widely known for their annual Red Wings Roots Music Festival in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in the western part of the state and have an ambitious new album out entitled SIDEWAYS. They are The …
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PODCAST RECAST: Anchored Hope - Trusted Support For Ministry Leaders (w/Josh Clink) - Episode 242
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While serving as the Executive/Counseling Pastor of his local church, Josh Clink suddenly became the Lead Pastor after the pastor abruptly resigned. He immediately knew he was in "over his head" due to having zero formal training in preaching and leading a congregation. In addition, he also found himself leading through the pandemic restrictions an…
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Be 100 Percent Responsible | Lynn G. Robbins | August 2017
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Agency and accountability are paired principles. Being responsible for your actions leads to having control over your life. Click here to view the speech page! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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PODCAST RECAST: Marriage And The Ministry Over 40 Years (w/Karl & Shelley Vaters) - Episode 241
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It was our absolute pleasure to have Karl and Shelley Vaters join us for this podcast, which focuses on ministry marriage. Shelley shares that she never gave much thought to marrying a pastor. She also shares some eye-opening experiences that have accompanied her serving alongside Karl for all these years. Karl and Shelley pull back the curtain and…
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Season 5: Jake Neuman and Greg Griffith Usher in A Very Special Load Out
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We pick up on episode 11 of season 5 of the Load Out Music Podcast with a unique episode when we welcome in Jake Neuman of Jake Neuman and the Jaybirds, along with producer and former guest Greg Griffith. Greg not only produced the new record by the Jaybirds -- "Little Bitty Town" -- but he also produced the new album by my own band, Atomic Junctio…
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And Thus We See | Craig A. Cardon | April 2014
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Develop your spiritual capacity as you grow intellectually. This development will help you use knowledge to discern. Click here to access the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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PODCAST RECAST: The Two Views For A Leader: The Window & The Mirror (w/ John Fuller) - Episode 240
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John Fuller has been in ministry for over three decades. Not growing up in the church, John accepted Jesus as a rough and raw college student. Becoming a Christian led John to do a complete 180 in his life, ultimately resulting in him serving as a youth pastor and eventually the lead pastor of a small church. Today's conversation is filled with the…
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The Instrument of Your Mind and the Foundation of Your Character | Boyd K. Packer | February 2003
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Mortal bodies are the instrument of the mind and the foundation of character. Care for and protect it from the spiritual dangers of the world. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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From Disaster To Disciple Making (w/ Tom & Suzi Steele) - Episode 239
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Tom & Suzi Steele were on a much needed vacation in Virginia Beach trying to recover from a difficult season of pandemic related ministry. They received an unexpected phone call that shook them to the core. A severe thunderstorm produced a strike of lightning that hit their church steeple. The result was a fire that burned the church to the ground.…
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Season 5: With Black Country Communion, Jason Bonham Furthers His Drumming Legacy
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Jason Bonham’s name is synonymous with rock royalty. It started, of course, with his father—the late Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, who is considered one of the most transformative rock drummers in rock ‘n’ roll history. But Jason is no lesser emulation of his father. He’s a Grammy winner who has carved a different, yet highly influential path f…
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Choose to Trust the Lord | Michalyn Steele | June 2019
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Everyone experiences trials and difficulties in life, but if we choose to trust the Lord, He can see us through to the end. Click here to access the speech page on the website. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Bonus: Seeing Nature as Nature With Felicia Murrell
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How do you typically see your relationship with nature? In this bonus episode, Brian interviews Felicia Murrell, author of And: The Restorative Power of Love in an Either/Or World. This conversation delves into the interconnectedness of humans and nature, exploring how a shift from domination to loving interaction can lead to a deeper understanding…
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What The New Laws Mean To Your Church (w/ Steven Goodspeed) - Episode 238
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Steven Goodspeed of My Church Law Firm joins Dale today to discuss the brand new law that is taking effect concerning overtime pay. This is very informative conversation on exactly what the new law could mean to your church. It only takes one disgruntled employee to cause a big issue when it comes to how compensation is handled by your ministry. We…
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Waiting upon the Lord: The Antidote to Uncertainty | Erin Kramer Holmes | April 2017
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Erin Holmes shares an antidote to uncertainty, which we all experience painfully at some point. We need to learn what "waiting upon the Lord" really means. Click here to access the speech page on our website. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Seeing Nature as a Gardener (Part 2) With Cassidy Steele Dale
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Is It Time To Become A Life Coach? (w/ Jon Sanders & Greg Reed) - Episode 237
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In today's episode of The 95Podcast, Jon Sanders talks with guest Greg Reed about his journey from pastoring to an incredible new season of ministry called “workplace life coaching.” With over four decades of pastoral ministry experience and a passion for reaching others, Greg transitioned to a workplace life coach role, bringing faith into the mar…
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The Rock of Our Redeemer | Weatherford T. Clayton | March 2017
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Jesus Christ is our rock, our sure foundation. If we build on Him, no matter the shafts in the whirlwind, we cannot fail. Click here to access the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Seeing Nature as a Gardener (Part 1) With Brett McLaren and Rachel McLaren
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What if the way we see nature could be the key to a more sustainable future? In this two-part series, we're turning to see nature as a gardener. In this conversation, Brian speaks with two of his children, Brett and Rachel McLaren, about their love for nature and gardening. They discuss their childhood memories of exploring and appreciating the nat…
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We're Here To Help (w/ Jimmy Dodd) - Episode 236
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One of the most important leadership principles that needs to be learned by all of us is that Jesus isn't in a hurry! He has a plan. He is working His plan. And He wants us to participate in it. However, many of us put unnecessary pressure on our lives to try to do ministry "for" Him instead of "from" Him. Although it's taken some time, Michael Sch…
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Humble Uncertainty | J. Scott Miller | October 2018
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Exercising humility and honesty when seeking answers to life's questions cultivates within us a humble uncertainty which expands our understanding. Click here to access the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Seeing Nature as a Seeker With James White, Tony Jones, and Wes Granberg-Michaelson
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How does time in nature benefit you? In this episode, Brian is in conversation with James White, Tony Jones, and Wes Granberg-Michaelson exploring the experiences and perspectives of those who have awe-inspiring experiences with the transformative power of being in nature. Together, they reflect on the meaning of fishing and hunting, the connection…
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Disciples Making Disciples (w/ Tim Walker) - Episode 235
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Tim Walker has spent over a decade pastoring Restored Church in Wilkes Barre, PA. He learned from the beginning the importance of being a disciple-maker. This intentional ministry focus has allowed Restored Church to see the transformation of many lives. Tim also serves as a facilitator for The Timothy Initiative USA. His passion for discipleship p…
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Put Your Trust in God: The Admonition of Alma to His Sons | Craig C. Christensen | August 2016
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Alma's counsel to his sons is very applicable to us today. BYU graduates need to know how much the Lord loves them, and to put their trust in God first. Click here to access the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Seeing Nature as a Doctor (Part 2) With Theresa Martella
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How do you feel when you witness the destruction of creation? In this episode, Brian interviews Teresa Martella, an environmental scientist and spiritual ecologist, about the interconnectedness of ecology and spirituality. Together they discuss the ecological crisis, climate change, and the deep grief that comes with witnessing the destruction of t…
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Season 5: The Legendary John Oates Discusses Break with Daryl Hall, Aging Gracefully and Reuniting with Himself
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He may not be the tallest musician going, but John Oates casts a immensely large shadow in music. One part of the most successful duo in music history—Daryl Hall & John Oates—he co-wrote a number of the band’s legendary catalogue including "Sara Smile," "She’s Gone,” "Out of Touch,” "You Make My Dreams,” "I Can’t Go for That," "Maneater” and more. …
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Joy In The Journey (w/ Michael Schooley) - Episode 234
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One of the most important leadership principles we all need to learn is that Jesus isn't in a hurry! He has a plan. He is working on His plan, and He wants us to participate in it. However, many of us put unnecessary pressure on our lives to do ministry "for" Him instead of "from" Him. Although it's taken some time, Michael Schooley is a pastor who…
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The Transformative Power of Covenants | Ellie L. Young | June 2019
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Though everyone's covenant path is unique, the transformative power of covenants has the ability to mold us all into better, more Christlike individuals. Click here to access the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Seeing Nature as a Doctor (Part 1) With Debra Rienstra and Melanie Griffin
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How does the connection between nature and spirituality influence your understanding of the environment and the challenges that it faces? In the next two-part series, we're exploring a new way of seeing nature, as a doctor -- but not in the traditional sense. Through conversations with academics, activists, scientists and spiritual directors, we're…
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Impactful Men's Ministry (w/ Wendell Morton) - Episode 233
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The need for impactful ministry to men is crucial in today's culture. However, many churches seem to have put this ministry focus on the back burner. Wendell Morton of Men's Ministry Catalyst joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss the ever-increasing need for consistent and strategic ministry to the men in your community. They both transparentl…
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Never Give Up on Your Testimony of the Gospel | Mark B. Colton | June 2015
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To keep and strengthen your testimony, you must fight for it. Click here to access the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Seeing Nature as a Lover (Part 2) With Miriam Smith
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What shapes the connection between your inner and outer landscapes? On the second part of seeing nature like a lover, Brian interviews a non-profit leader in sustainable development, Miriam Smith. In this episode, Miriam shares her powerful story of growing up in Chad during a civil war. She discusses how these experiences shaped her perspective on…
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Season 5: Coreen Sheehan’s Scientific “Footprint” is Littered Across the Voices of the World
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Coreen Sheehan knows how to sing. It’s how she’s toured all over the world fronting powerhouse rock ‘n’ roll bands and why Sheehan’s been employed by Grammy winners and helped countless singers prepare to compete in both U.S. and international versions of shows like NBC’s The Voice and American Idol. In fact, the vocal technique curricula she devel…
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Connect Hope (w/ Chuck Gordon) - Episode 232
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Chuck Gordon joins Dale on this week's 95Podcast, talking through the highs and lows of ministry life. Chuck experienced many years of successful growth as a church planter. However, there came a point when everything started heading in the wrong direction, and it seemed that his life was unraveling. Chuck leads a ministry today called Connect Hope…
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The Power of Deliverance | Henry B. Eyring | January 2008
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God can offer us deliverance through the hardest of trials, including comfort in grief, strength in opposition, and escape from sin. Click here to access the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Seeing Nature as a Lover (Part 1) With Scott Smith
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What can you do, big or small, to create a positive impact on the planet? In this episode, Brian interviews Scott Smith, a retired wildlife ecologist, about his career in conservation and the importance of protecting the natural world. Scott shares his early love for nature and how it led him to become a wildlife ecologist. He discusses the work of…
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Forgiving Forward . . . Again! (w/ Bruce & Toni Hebel) - Episode 231
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Bruce and Toni Hebel know firsthand how the impact of refusing to forgive can destroy your life. Separate encounters with Jesus led both of them to experience healing and forgiveness that they didn't even know was available. Jesus truly set them free! They join Dale on today's 95Podcast to continue sharing about the power of forgiveness. They also …
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Repentance: A Mighty Change of Heart | Brent W. Webb | May 1999
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Repentance is the cure for a heart made sick through sin. It can be a difficult and even lengthy process, but is always worth the sweet spiritual reward. Click here to access the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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Seeing Nature as a Scientist (Part 2) With Susan J. Tweit
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What sparks your sense of wonder in the natural world? In this episode, we're continuing our exploration of learning how to see like a scientist with botanist and author Susan Tweit. Brian McLaren and Susan Tweit explore how a hike in the Badlands sparked Susan's passion for sharing nature's wonders. In this conversation, they explore the power of …
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Trading Shadows (w/ Dana Russell) - Episode 230
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Dana Russell had spent most of her adult life serving in ministry. However, a successful music ministry along with discipleship weekends that impacted thousands of young girls wasn't enough to heal a deep wound in her heart. The private pressure that she had been living under for decades eventually resulted in a very public extra marital affair. . …
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God Will Use You, God Will Bless You | Dean M. Davies | November 2015
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God will use us to build His kingdom, and He will bless us in ways we cannot comprehend. Click here to access the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By BYU Speeches
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