Hosted by Dr. Leonard DeLorenzo, of the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame (http://mcgrath.nd.edu), Church Life Today features conversations with pastoral leaders and scholars from around the country and covers issues that matter most to Church life today. Church Life Today is an OSV Podcasts partner.
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This is the podcast, Audio the Matters, where I take the ancient truth of God's Word, explain it, and show how it is relevant for today. I blog. I write. I eBook. I am currently undertaking another doctorate where I am researching the work of C.S. Lewis in regard to his theological contribution to our understanding of the imago Dei.
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Taught Dr. Clay Brown, Equipping Pastor We still read and talk about C. S. Lewis even though it is more than 50 years after his death. His words and thoughts remain remarkably powerful and profound, sounding as though they were authored this morning rather than decades ago. So why does Lewis remain so popular and influential today? Clay Brown will teach a six-session course on Lewis seeking to answer that question. The focus will be on Lewis the writer, thinker, and cultural critic, and on t ...
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Excited About the Gospel
Jason Harwood goes through every chapter of The Book of Mormon to help you
If you've ever read the Book of Mormon and been frustrated because you didn't understand it, this podcast is for you. Help you better understand the Book of Mormon by listening to this podcast.
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Hosted by Larry Linenschmidt, Hill Country Institute Live is an ongoing conversation about issues of concern and interest to the Church today. We visit the life and works of giants of another day, such as C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien and also spend time with people and ministries doing creative work to fight human trafficking, feed the poor, create quality art, be good stewards of the environment, and much more, all with the heart and mind of Christ. For more information about the events an ...
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The Jeff Jerina Show features meaningful conversations with high-performers, Christian entrepreneurs, faith leaders, authors, athletes, and everyday overcomers who share real stories, life lessons, and defining moments that shaped their faith, career, and life—so you can become the best version of you. Hosted by Jeff Jerina—author, speaker, entrepreneur, evangelist, course creator, consultant, and founder of Site Spartan web design and Christmas Lights by Design—this podcast blends practical ...
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Augustine of Hippo chased pleasure and lived a life of rebellion. Martin Luther was plagued by crippling anxiety and guilt. John Calvin battled deep insecurities. C.S. Lewis dismissed Christianity as a myth. John Newton profited from the slave trade. Even Mother Teresa, known for her unwavering service, endured decades of spiritual dryness and doubt. When you explore the lives of these prominent Christians, a clear truth emerges: none of them started out as saints. So how did they become the ...
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Joseph and Sidney are told to go teach the Gospel with confidence. So we study how we can build our own confidence. What does the Bible and Book of Mormon teach about how to have confidence? It's an exciting Come Follow Me topic for the week. Plus we end with a message from President Nelson on how we develop confidence in our lives. Jason Harwood w…
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Daily Fuel: Living Fully Now - How C.S. Lewis Teaches Us How to Embrace God in Our Present Moment #Faith
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8:20Today’s Daily Fuel draws powerful insight from C.S. Lewis’ classic The Screwtape Letters — revealing how the enemy tries to steal our present by trapping us in regret and worry. Learn why God meets us right here, right now, and how embracing the present moment can transform your faith and life. Plus, exciting news! My book Cut Through the Noise: 4 …
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Daily Fuel: What They Don’t Tell You About Faith, Business, and Being a Christian Entrepreneur #Entrepreneurship
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5:56Have you ever felt like building a business with God should be easier? Like if you were truly called, the path would be smoother? If so, you're not alone. In this podcast episode Jeff speaks directly to the heart of faith-driven entrepreneurs and marketplace leaders who are navigating the intersection of calling and commerce. Whether you're a coach…
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Daily Fuel: If It’s Meant to Be, It Shouldn’t Be This Hard… Right? (The Truth About Calling & Resistance) #Leadership
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10:50Have you ever thought, “If this is really what I’m supposed to do, why is it so hard?” You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, Jeff Jerina unpacks one of the most misleading beliefs about success and purpose: that the right path should always feel easy. Whether you're chasing a dream, starting a business, or pursuing a higher calling, resistanc…
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Kevin Clayson:"When I'm having a hard time, the answers are right there." An Exciting Interview Episode
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50:21If there is someone more excited about life and the Gospel than me, it's Kevin Clayson! A ball of energy, success, and faith, Kevin shares details on both how he finds success in life as well as how he nurtures his faith. Don't miss how he works with and teaches teens to increase their faith as well! Find more about Kevin at: https://kevinclayson.c…
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Daily Fuel: Conceive. Believe. Achieve. How to Unlock Your God-Given Potential Today #PersonalDevelopment
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16:59What’s keeping you from the life, business, or purpose you’ve imagined for yourself? In this powerful episode of The Jeff Jerina Show, Jeff breaks down the timeless success principle made famous by Napoleon Hill: “Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, creative, or faith-driven dreamer—t…
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Daily Fuel: What If the Thing You’re Hiding Is What’s Holding You Back? #PersonalDevelopment
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6:27Feeling stuck, worn out, or like you’re carrying something alone? In this honest and powerful episode of Daily Fuel, Jeff unpacks a truth we all need to hear: you can’t heal what you hide. Whether it’s guilt, shame, regret, anxiety, or a wound you’ve been masking for years—this short, heartfelt message will remind you that healing starts with hones…
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As parents in Zion, we have a strict responsibility to teach our children. A modern Apostle says we should take that responsibility "courageously and joyfully". We look at the doctrine of our responsibility and some tips on what we can do! Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week instructor. Sour…
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Daily Fuel: Is Time Working Against You? Here's What You Can Do About it #Productivity
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5:50Feeling overwhelmed or constantly short on time? You’re not alone. But maybe the solution isn’t more hours in the day — it’s better focus with the time you already have. In this quick podcast, Jeff offers a practical, mindset-shifting perspective that could change how you approach productivity and purpose. You’ll discover: Why focus beats hustle A …
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Daily Fuel: Why You Should Start Before You’re Ready #Leadership
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8:36Are you waiting until everything is perfect before you release your product, service, or idea? In this episode, Jeff Jerina shares how progress beats perfection every time—and why launching messy might be exactly what you need to make an impact and move forward. Using real-life examples from companies like Apple, 7-Eleven, and a former telecom Fort…
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What would C.S. Lewis think of Christianity today? An exciting interview with Crystal Hurd
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52:18Crystal Hurd is an author, historian, poet, and educator. Her focus is on the life and teachings of C.S. Lewis. She shares stories and insights on his life as well as answering the question, "What would C.S. Lewis think of Christianity today?" Find more of Crystal on That Lewis Lady on YouTube.By Jason Harwood
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Daily Fuel: The Power of What No One Sees - How to Stay Motivated When You Feel Overlooked #Leadership
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6:43Do you ever feel like your effort is invisible? Like you're doing the right things—working hard, staying faithful, trying your best—but no one sees it, celebrates it, or even notices? In this inspiring episode of Daily Fuel, Jeff Jerina dives deep into a powerful truth that can transform your mindset: just because it’s unseen doesn’t mean it’s unpr…
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Daily Fuel: How to Feed Your Mind Like Your Life Depends on It #PersonalDevelopment
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7:35Struggling with negative thoughts, self-doubt, or mental burnout? In this quick Daily Fuel on The Jeff Jerina Show podcast, Jeff shares a powerful story and a practical truth that can transform the way you think—and the direction of your life. Just like a struggling tree can be revived with water and care, your mind can be renewed when you choose t…
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We are in constant need of forgiveness from God. And we also have been commanded to forgive others! They work together and we look at the doctrine of forgiving others in Come Follow Me with stories and scriptures from the Bible, Book of Mormon, and Doctrine and Covenants. Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BY…
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A Saints Pilgrimage, with Two Notre Dame Student Leaders
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41:54Arising from the McGrath Institute for Church Life, the Sullivan Undergraduate Saints Fellowship forms Notre Dame students as leaders in the study and spirituality of the saints. We launched this fellowship in 2025 with an inaugural cohort of 12 students selected from a pool of many, many applicants. As part of their fellowship, our saints fellows …
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Sharing again one of my favorite episodes ever! Father's have strength, power, impact, and leadership. And Fatherhood comes with stress, pressure, self-dobut, and fear. The scriptures show us both sides of this as well as what we can do to help others through these challenges. Jason Harwood has been a seminary and institute teacher as well as teach…
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What Successful People Know and Do that Most Others Miss #Leadership
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21:54Feeling like you’ll never get past “pretty good” at work, school, sports—or anything in between? You’re not alone. In this podcast episode Jeff shares a backyard lacrosse story that proves why talent, hustle, and even prayer will only take you so far without one game-changing discipline. Inside this short, high-energy conversation you’ll discover: …
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Daily Fuel: What to Do If Nothing Is Working Out #PersonalDevelopment
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6:11You’ve been showing up. You’ve prayed, planned, pushed—and still… nothing’s happening. Doors aren’t opening. Progress feels invisible. And maybe you’re wondering: “Did I miss it?” “Did I fail?” But what if the delay isn’t a denial? What if the closed door is actually the beginning of something greater? In today’s Daily Fuel, we’re diving into those…
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Daily Fuel: Why Your Goals Aren’t Working — The Hidden Reason No One Talks About #Success
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6:30Do you ever feel like you’re the one getting in your own way? You start strong, set big goals, pray for breakthrough… but somehow, you keep slipping back into old habits — stuck in the same cycle of frustration, self-doubt, or fear? In this honest and hope-filled episode of The Jeff Jerina Show, we dive into the real reason behind self-sabotage — a…
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Daily Fuel: How to Stop Spinning Your Wheels and Start Moving Forward #Mindset
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4:43Ever feel like you’re grinding day after day, but somehow... stuck in the same spot? You’re hustling hard, yet not really getting closer to what matters? Here’s a truth that changed everything for me: You don’t need more hustle. You need more clarity. Clarity gives direction. It creates focus. And without it, even your best effort can feel like a t…
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Daily Fuel: How to Let Go of What's Weighing You Down #PersonalDevelopment
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2:41Hey friend—feeling a little heavy today? Like life’s pressing in from all sides? You’re not alone… and more importantly, you weren’t meant to carry it all. In today’s quick Daily Fuel episode here on The Jeff Jerina Show podcast, I want to share something that’s helped me when I’ve felt overwhelmed and stretched thin—a simple but powerful reminder …
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Daily Fuel: The One Change to Instantly Boost Your Engagement and Sales #Entrepreneurship
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3:33Welcome back to The Jeff Jerina Show — and today’s Daily Fuel episode: a quick but powerful insight that could transform the way you connect with people — whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, non-profit leader, coach, podcaster, or creative trying to reach more people. If you're struggling to grow your business, podcast, membership, or pl…
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Open your mouth and go forward! We are all called to share our love and testimony of Jesus. And there are great blessings when we do! Come Follow Me this week focuses on how we can share the excitement of the Gospel with others! Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week instructor. Sources: 2011–A…
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Beyond Profit: The Mindset Shift Every Entrepreneur and Leader Needs to Make for Meaningful Success #Leadership
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25:12Are you building or running a business... but still feeling unfulfilled? Do you sometimes feel like your leading without any real or lasting impact? In this episode of The Jeff Jerina Show, we dive deep into the one mindset shift that every entrepreneur and leader must make to move beyond burnout, empty hustle, and chasing metrics that don’t matter…
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Daily Fuel: When Life Hits You Hard - What to Do Next #PersonalDevelopment
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2:44Ever feel like you're the one getting in your own way? LIke maybe you’re the one that’s keeping you from moving forward, from going the next level in your career, your education, your health, your finances, you name it… And you’re always saying you want to change… You’re praying for a breakthrough… You set big goals… You even start strong… But some…
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Daily Fuel: Feeling Lost in Who You Are? Start Here #PersonalDevelopment
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2:54Hey and welcome back to The Jeff Jerina Show — and today's Daily Fuel episode. Today’s Focus is Knowing Who You Are We’re living in a world of constant comparison — where your value feels tied to your job title, your follower count, your accolades, or how much money you make. But let me remind you of something powerful: You are not your performance…
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Daily Fuel: The Secret to Finding Peace in the Chaos #SpiritualGrowth
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2:11Welcome back to The Jeff Jerina Show — and this episode of Daily Fuel — to help you stay focused, refreshed, and fired up for your day. In today’s episode, Jeff shares a surprising truth that flips the hustle mindset on its head: Sometimes the strongest move you can make… is to be still. This insight comes straight from Jeff’s book, Cut Through the…
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Daily Fuel: Why Most People Fail to Reach Their Goals #PersonalDevelopment
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2:53Welcome back to The Jeff Jerina Show and today's Daily Fuel — your 3-minute boost of clarity, courage, and purpose to help you crush your day. Let’s dive into today’s truth bomb. Here it is: “You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.” That’s from author James Clea. Ouch, that hits hard — because most of the …
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Daily Fuel: What if One Step Changed Everything? #PersonalDevelopment
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2:23Start your day with a bold spark of encouragement in this very first episode of Daily Fuel on The Jeff Jerina Show. Each Daily Fuel episode on The Jeff Jerina Show podcast is no more than 2 to 5 minutes long so each one is a quick, powerful shot of encouragement to help you stay focused, refreshed, and fired up for the day ahead. So, whether you’re…
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Hi everyone. For today’s episode I do not have a guest joining me; instead, I am just going to share with you directly. You see, my dad died a few weeks ago and just last week we celebrated his funeral Mass. I’ve written a few books over the years and I dedicated one of those books to my dad, who raised me. That book is about fostering communion wi…
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Ecclesiology Part 6 - Developing a Healthy Culture Within a Local Church
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26:36In order for a local church to be healthy, it needs to have a healthy culture. In this episode, Dr. Corbett expounds on why this is important and what it looks lie — and what it should not look like. He then offers two practical suggestions for how a local church can build a healthy culture.Also, check out the Ecclesiology Blog Posts:Ecclesiology P…
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Anxiously Engaged and Spiritually Rested (D&C 58 and 59)
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33:41Being anxiously engaged and spiritually rested, we learn about both, and even the connection they have to each other as we study Come Follow Me, with connection to the Bible, Book of Mormon, and Doctrine and Covenants. Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an FSY, EFY, and BYU Education Week instructor. Sources: Be Anxiously Eng…
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The One Decision You Can Make Every Day to Help You Move Forward in Life
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16:51In today’s episode, Jeff shares the one powerful decision that you can make every single day to move forward in life, break free from whatever’s keeping you stuck, and finally build momentum in the areas that matter most—your career, your faith, your goals, your finances, your relationships, your health, your business, and more. Jeff shares a relat…
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Is it worse to be rich or poor? Is either of them really bad? How do I make sure I'm ok no matter how much the Lord has blessed me with? We look at it all with a focus on Doctrine and Covenants 56. Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week instructor. Check out additional resources: https://patreo…
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The Daily Habit that Will Help You Get More Done, Create More, and Be More Productive #Success
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12:01Are you constantly busy but never seem to get ahead? Whether you're a content creator, business owner, or entrepreneur, there's one fundamental shift that separates high achievers from everyone else. It's something that I learned years ago when I first started writing books and hosting a podcast. It's easy to implement but if you're always distract…
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Ecclesiology Part 5 - The Prophetic Role of a Local Church
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31:31A church is more than just a building; it's more than just a meeting on a Sunday meeting; it's more than a global organisation - it is primarily a local community of Christ-followers. These believers are called together by the Holy Spirit to be a worshiping, witnessing, welcoming community of sons and daughters of God the Father. A local church is …
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Working for the Inklings, with Three Belmont University Students
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32:12In our previous episode of Church Life Today, I was joined by Professor Christie Kleinmann of Belmont University, who talked with me about her fascinating and truly original course on Strategic Public Relations for the Inklings (specifically, C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, and Dorothy Sayers). This is a follow up to that previous excellent episode …
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How do we get through the muddle and mess of information that is out there and find the truth? How do we get light and truth into our lives more consistently? These are the same questions that were being asked in May of 1831 that led to the revelation of D&C 50. We learn how to apply it to our lives! Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teach…
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How Jesus' Folded Grave Cloths Proved His Physical Resurrection
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46:37Christianity is grounded in the physical resurrection of Jesus Christ. There is now good evidence to believe that the folded grave cloths of the crucified Jesus of Nazareth, the shroud used to cover His body, and the face cloth to place over His face, have been preserved even to this day. In this presentation Dr. Corbett presents some of that evide…
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How to Speed Up Your Learning and Retain More #PersonalDevelopment
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15:16Woudl you like to learn faster and remember more? In this video, Jeff Jerina shares a powerful strategy to help you speed up your learning process and retain key information longer—whether you're a student, entrepreneur, or lifelong learner. Through a heartfelt story about helping his son master a martial arts pattern, Jeff highlights how teaching …
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Finding peace in Christ in a time of turmoil as well as through the personal challenges and trials that we face. Find out more about Andres at https://www.millennial-zen.com/By Jason Harwood
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“Habemus Papam.” We have a pope. We have a papa. We have a father. The announcement of a new pope is a startlingly joyous and even spellbinding moment, when not just the faithful but also many who seemingly have no interest in the Church stop and cheer together. What is being proclaimed? What is the significance of the pope for the Church and, thro…
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We all have spiritual gifts given to us (yes, you have gifts!) and there is a specific purpose for those gifts. We look at how to find our gifts and how they are supposed to be used. Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week instructor. Sources: DC 46 1 Corinthians 12 Moroni 10 2016–A, Jeffrey R. Hol…
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Public Relations for C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Dorothy Sayers, with Christie Kleinmann
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25:27Have you ever thought about becoming a brand expert for C. S. Lewis or J. R. R. Tolkien? On the one hand, these seem like authors who need no introduction. On the other hand, how many people today really know the work of these towering 20th Century authors, beyond what made its way onto the silver screen? And what about one of the authors closely a…
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There is so much difficulty and stress going on around us. DC 45 shares that there are other difficulties to come before the 2nd Coming. What are we supposed to do? We learn the plan God has for us to create a place of peace, safety, and refuge for our families. Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Educatio…
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It is known as Good Friday. But why? It is the penultimate moment in human history when the Creator of the Universe entered into His creation. In this message, Kim and I share why Good Friday really was GOOD Friday.By Dr. Andrew Corbett
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3 Steps to Renew Your Mind Quickly and Break Free from Negative Thinking #PersonalDevelopment
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26:13In this episode of The Jeff Jerina Show, Jeff dives deep into the transformative power of renewing your mind through Biblical truth and spiritual discipline. Drawing from his personal battle with negative thinking, self-doubt, and mental strongholds, Jeff opens up about the impact of Romans 12:2 and how it reshaped his thinking and spiritual growth…
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After 7 years of hosting the Men Unplugged podcast, Jeff Jerina unveils a powerful show rebrand to help men and women win in every aspect of life. In this landmark episode, Jeff takes you behind the scenes of this rebranding and shares the compelling journey that led to this pivotal moment. This isn't just a name change—it's a strategic expansion t…
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Excited About the Gospel: Consecration (DC 42)
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25:39What are the principles driving the law of consecration and how do they still apply today? We look to the Bible, Book of Mormon, and Doctrine and Covenants to get answers. Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week instructor. “Swallowed Up in the Will of the Father” Elder Neal A. Maxwell October 1…
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The Evangelizing Brilliance and Errors of Matteo Ricci, with Anthony Clark
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27:40When we say the name “God”, have we assumed too quickly that we know what we mean? We use that word quite regularly, without much strain or prolonged consideration, as if the meaning of the word were self-evident. But what if you had to explain – indeed, translate – the word “God” into a language that had no such concept? That would force you, I th…
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