Parenting, life, politics and navigating the daily chaos. "Politely Rude With Abby Johnson" — hosted by pro-life advocate Abby Johnson — offers a powerful exploration of the issues you care about. "Politely Rude" is part of the Edifi Podcast Network. For more faith-inspiring podcasts, download the Edifi podcast app on the Apple and Google Play stores or at Edifi.app.
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REvangelical is a podcast that aims to encourage, challenge, and equip Christians in their daily walk with Christ.
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Leadership doctor, E.Michelle Mickens, share leadership insight, principles & tools designed to edify, engage, enhance, educate, and empower emerging and established leaders to develop personally and professionally fulfilling their purpose.
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The purpose of our podcast “Did You Armor Up Bro? Ephesians 6” is to edify others in the teachings of the Holy Bible, which is God’s Word. Our mission is to lead others to Jesus Christ, participate in fulfilling the Great Commission, and to make disciples of all nations. The title “Did You Armor Up Bro? Ephesians 6” is based on Ephesians 6:10-18, which describes putting on the Whole Armor of God. We can overcome the wiles of the devil by submitting ourselves to God, resisting the devil, and ...
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Edify and Overcome serves as the revered Christian scripture-based prayer podcast of the Agape Living Empowerment Initiative, graciously guided by Evangelist Dr. Shamarian Smith-Love, who inspires Christian wives to earnestly pray for their husbands, prioritize their peace of mind, and diligently uphold their faith in Christ through the divine wisdom of The Holy Scriptures found in The Infallible Word of God. Intercessory Prayer: https://www.prayagape.org
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The 1 Strong Woman® Show is full of inspiring stories, real talk about the issues women face, biblical messages, heroine declarations, resources, and tips to help you stand as an everyday heroine, be resilient, and overcome your villains. My goal is to encourage and edify women to be empowered to stand as everyday heroines.
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Each episode is hosted by Ray Sanders, an award-winning journalist with more than 30 years of experience in both print and broadcast media. As a CEO, he has grown multi-million-dollar organizations, led an award-winning financial institution, served in a nonpartisan role with the United States Senate and pioneered international efforts to bring clean water to remote regions of the world. Sanders is the founder of Coaching Leaders an executive coaching and business consulting firm that provid ...
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The Warriors 4 Christ podcast seeks to uplift, edify, and encourage you to be light and salt in a dark and tasteless world. We strive to provide content weekly. If you like what you hear, please consider subscribing and sharing with your friends and family. Visit also at warriors4christ.podomatic.net Do you have questions? [email protected] Or if you're a subscriber, write it in the comments and we'll get back to you on it.
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I’m writing to encourage you to fan into a flame and rekindle[a] the fire of the spiritual gift God imparted to you when I laid my hands upon you. 7 For God will never give you the spirit of fear,[b] but the Holy Spirit who gives you mighty power, love, and self-control.[c] 8 So never be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor be embarrassed over my imprisonment, but overcome every evil by the revelation of the power of God! 2Timothy1:6-8 And this is why I decided to start blogging and pod ...
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Welcome to Conversations that Bloom, a space for women thriving at the intersection of faith and grit. Join Beliya as she interviews phenomenal people in faith, wellness, culture, art, music, and the creative space who are living a life that reflects God's will. They have placed Jesus at the center of their passions and have learned the importance of living a life that brings glory to God. Each conversation flows like a story, with important key lessons that will edify, uplift, and strengthe ...
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Festina Lente: “Why Great Leaders Make Haste Slowly”
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9:17In this episode of The Introverted Loudmouth Leader, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens explores the ancient Latin wisdom of Festina Lente—“Make haste slowly”—and why this paradox holds the secret to sustainable, values-driven leadership. Through 5 powerful steps, you’ll learn how to lead with clarity, courage, and conviction—without rushing to ruin. Rooted i…
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Breaking the Cycle: Kara Sánchez on Overcoming Childhood Trauma, Raised By a Parent With Mental Illness
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50:32Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more! Abby is joined by makeup artist and entrepreneur Kara Sánchez, who opens up about her difficult upbringing in a single-parent household with a mother suffering from borderline personality disorder. Kara shares the tr…
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Revealed Love Ministries, with Aubrey Lyle
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27:47Pastor Danny welcomes to the show Aubrey Lyle, founder of Revealed Love Ministries: a faith-based 501(C)3 charity organization whose purpose is to reveal the love of God while providing humanitarian aid. Aubrey shares about the work she and her ministry do in the Philippines and beyond, with emphasis on the serious need for both humanitarian aid an…
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The Courage to Be Confident - Why Bold Leadership Still Matters
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13:45The Courage to Be Confident—Why Bold Leadership Still Matters In this episode of The Introverted Loudmouth Leader, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens explores why bold, confident leadership is still essential—especially for faith-driven, introverted leaders. Discover how mental models shape your mindset, why courage fuels performance, and how biblical confide…
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From Pain to Healing: Robin Gerblick on How God's Grace Redeems Even Our Deepest Regrets
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32:54Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more! Abby is joined by author and speaker Robin Gerblick, who bravely shares her story of undergoing two abortions and her powerful journey toward healing and receiving God’s grace. Together, they discuss the deep emotion…
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Episode 18- Overcoming Intrusive Thoughts By The Word of God
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1:04:00Episode 18- "Overcoming Intrusive Thoughts By The Word of God” In this episode, we discuss overcoming intrusive thoughts by the Word of God. They are able to be overcome using the Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God! We need to remember take our eyes off of our circumstances and place them on Christ! Jesus has already won the victory over…
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In this fifth part of his series on the Apostle Paul's letter to Titus and its application to us today (especially to men), Pastor Danny discusses what it means to live our lives in submission to God's authority and how that allows us to overcome temptation and sin and be active agents of good for God's Kingdom.…
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Being Pro-Life at Home: Kelli Ingram on Pushing Back Against Today’s Anti-Child Narrative
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41:13Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more! Abby sits down with social media influencer Kelli Ingram—a wife, mom, and now pregnant with her ninth child—for a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation. Together, they unpack what it truly means to live as a pro-lif…
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In the fourth installment of his series on the Apostle Paul's letter to Titus and its application to us today (especially to men), Pastor Danny explores the topic of our earthly assignments from God (our jobs, duties, and responsibilities) and the importance of keeping our priorities straight and in submission to God's will.…
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Trusting God in a Medical Nightmare: A Mother's Journey After Common Antibiotic Leaves Her Disabled
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37:00Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more! Abby sits down with Rachel Chihak, a mother of four whose life was turned upside down after being misdiagnosed with a UTI and prescribed ciprofloxacin—a powerful antibiotic with a severe black box warning. Rachel sha…
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Pastor Danny picks back up with his series on the Apostle Paul's letter to Titus and its application to us today (especially to men) by discussing the importance of finding our identity in Christ, first and foremost, so we do not get confused about who we are and what is most important in life.
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Leaders Who Lead with Love Series: Reestablish Your Crown
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44:42Episode 45 — Leaders Who Lead with Love: Reestablish Your Crown – Becoming a Leader Who Adopts a Wholeness Mindset The Introverted Loudmouth Leader Podcast with Dr. E. Michelle Mickens Are you leading from a place of wholeness—mentally, spiritually, and emotionally?In this powerful and faith-driven episode, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens, The Leadership D…
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Unmasking the Narrative: Brad Miller Discusses Loving America Without Blind Trust in Government
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53:26Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more! “There are things happening beneath the surface that are probably far different than the way that they may appear on the surface.” Abby sits down with former U.S. Lieutenant Colonel Brad Miller to explore the current…
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Strongman for Jesus: Devin Wyman on Evangelism, Overcoming Obstacles, & More
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33:14Pastor Danny welcomes to the show strongman, evangelist, and motivational speaker Devin Wyman to share his powerful testimony of God's grace, redemption, and guiding hand that took him from staring down the barrel of a prison sentence to the NFL to now using feats of strength to open the door to sharing the gospel all across the world.…
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5 Steps to Overcoming Fear, Uncertainty & Doubt
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28:175 Steps to Overcoming Fear, Uncertainty & Doubt with Dr. E. Michelle Mickens, The Leadership Doctor Fear, uncertainty, and doubt—aka the F.U.D.S.—can paralyze even the most powerful leaders. In this episode, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens shares 5 practical, faith-driven steps to overcome mental blocks, recalibrate your mindset, and reignite your leadersh…
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'Incompatible with Life?' A Mother’s Stand Against Abortion Pressure, Choosing Life Against the Odds
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47:05Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more! Abby is joined by guest Suzanne Guy, who shares the powerful story of her pregnancy and the intense pressure she faced from medical professionals to abort her daughter after a diagnosis of a chromosomal abnormality d…
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Episode 17- “Jesus Said It Is Finished” In this episode, we discussed about Jesus’ finished work on the cross. God sent His only Son, who is Jesus Christ, to be an atonement for our sins. Jesus has already won the victory over the enemy through His death, burial, and resurrection. He is coming back soon! Let’s choose to believe in Christ and let’s …
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Pastor Danny continues his series on the Apostle Paul's letter to Titus and its application to us today (especially to men) by discussing our brokenness and need for healing that can only come from Christ.
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How to Work in Harmony: Establish a Healthy Work-Life Balance & Protect Your Mental Health
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26:08Welcome back to The Introverted Loudmouth Leader, where we’re continuing our powerful Leaders Who Lead With Love series, based on my Love-Centric Leader Model. Today’s episode tackles a topic that many leaders struggle with but few prioritize—work-life balance. In this episode, I challenge the notion that work-life balance is a myth. Just like phys…
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Kirk Cameron on Discipling Children in a Dark Culture, 'Iggy and Mr. Kirk' and Hope for the Next Generation
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36:32Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more! Abby is joined by actor and author Kirk Cameron to talk about his latest project for kids, Iggy and Mr. Kirk. In this inspiring conversation, Kirk shares his heart for reaching the next generation and why now is the …
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Pastor Danny welcomes to the show his son Bryant Forshee, lead student pastor of Cross Church Springdale, Arkansas, to share his testimony and discuss adoption, parenting, pastoring young people, and more!
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SEASON PREMIERE: From Fame to Freedom: Kaya Jones Opens Up About Abortion, Abuse, and Redemption
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1:25:31Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more! In one of the most raw and powerful episodes of Politely Rude, Abby Johnson sits down with former Pussycat Doll Kaya Jones for an unfiltered, emotional, and courageous conversation. Kaya shares her harrowing journey …
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Self-Love: How to Lead Well When Well-being Matters
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30:48In this empowering episode of The Introverted Loudmouth Leader, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens, “ The Leadership Doctor,” dives into the foundational role self-love plays in effective leadership. Far from being a luxury, self-love is a leadership imperative—especially in a culture of chaos, burnout, and disconnection. Discover how prioritizing your mental…
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Episode 16- Why Are You Still Complaining?
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1:03:33Episode 16- “Why Are You Still Complaining?” In this episode, we discussed about complaining. Remember how the children of Israel complained in the wilderness? God took care of them the whole time, but they still complained. God heard their complaining, and then they had to wonder for 40 years in the wilderness. Just how God heard their complaining…
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A Coach's Influence, with Coach Weston Griffis
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27:17Pastor Danny welcomes to the show his friend Coach Weston Griffis to share about using his position as a high school football coach to minister to students, as well as to offer some practical tips on sharing the Gospel, discipleship, and mentorship.
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Where are you heading? What direction are you heading down life’s highway? Are you where you thought you would be at this stage in your journey? What gives your life meaning and purpose? What can you learn about getting the most out of life from the award-winning movie, Chariots of Fire on this edition of the Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast? Chapter…
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Resistance To Change - Resistance For Change: When Tension Becomes Your Secret Sauce
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29:54Tension isn’t the enemy—it might be your secret sauce. Often it’s the tension that is needed to bring the change, breakthrough resistance and foster harmony conducive for growth in your organization. In this episode, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens explores how resistance can transform your leadership when embraced with purpose. Plus, get leadership strate…
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Pastor Danny begins a new series on the Apostle Paul's letter to Titus and its application to us today (especially to men).
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Jesus, Family, & Ministry, with Dr. Nathan Lorick
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30:38Pastor Danny welcomes to the show his friend Dr. Nathan Lorick, Executive Director of the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention to share his testimony, about his role in the SBTC, and about keeping your priorities straight as a full-time minister.
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Pastor Danny shares a message of encouragement in holding fast to your commitments, especially your faith disciplines, family, church, and ministry activities.
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In the Eye of the Storm: Leadership Navigation in a Sea of Chaos
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13:28In the Eye of the Storm: Leadership Navigation in a Sea of Chaos When chaos strikes, real leaders rise. In this episode, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens explores how to stay grounded, make sound decisions, and lead with clarity in the midst of disruption. Discover practical tools from the R.E.A.L. Leadership™ framework that empower you to lead from the eye…
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Who is lying to you? How would you know? How often do people lie and who lies the most? How many lies does the average person tell in a day? Who can you trust? How does lying affect our relationships? What are the benefits of telling the truth? Ray gets real and reveals insightful research that sheds light on the lies that are so common today. Beli…
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Pastor Danny continues to expound upon the topic of sharing the Gospel, this time emphasizing why and how we should have confidence and boldness in doing so.
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Episode 15- “Who Is Refilling Your Cup?” In this episode, we discuss topics such as refilling our cup, and we also talk about quenching the Holy Spirit. The only one who can truly refill our cup is God. Jesus is the vine and we are the branches, and without Him we can do nothing. His strength is perfected in our weakness. We should truly boast in o…
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Pastor Danny delves further into the topic of sharing the Gospel, focusing on how we can do so more naturally, easily, and often.
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Women in Leadership & Their Mental Health – Breaking the Silence
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14:22In this episode of The Introverted Loudmouth, we’re diving into a critical yet often overlooked topic—Women in Leadership & Their Mental Health – Breaking the Silence. Women in executive and leadership roles face immense pressure, often carrying the weight of their teams, organizations, and personal lives with little space to acknowledge their own …
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Episode 14- Do The Things That You Did At First
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1:05:05Episode 14- “Do The Things That You Did At First” Let’s meet people where they are at in love. We need to tell people that they need to repent and to tell them that Jesus Christ is coming back and He is going to judge the world in righteousness. If we don’t repent, we are going to perish. Let’s choose to repent and let’s choose to do the things tha…
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Pastor Danny shares a message of motivation toward sharing the Good News of Christ with everyone we can, as well as some practical tips and techniques.
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What comes to mind when you hear the word empathy. Do you see empathy as a sign of weakness or strength? On this edition of the Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast Ray digs in and unpacks this common but often misunderstood word. Empathy. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Empathy: A Deep Dive 07:17 The Importance of Perspective in Leadership 12:35 Building C…
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Episode 13- How Do I Know When It’s Time To Leave a Job?
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1:06:15Episode 13- “How Do I Know When It’s Time To Leave a Job?” In this episode, we discuss how do we know when it is time to leave a job? What does the Word of God say that we should do? Is the job that we currently have withholding us from fulfilling the plan, purpose, and will that God has for our life? We discuss this and more.…
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Episode 12- “No More People Pleasing” In this episode, we discuss how we need to stop people pleasing, because if you continue to do this, it is going to kill your calling. Are we more concerned about pleasing men or about pleasing God? If we pleased men, we are not the servants of Christ. You can’t serve two masters, so choose today who you are go…
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Pastor Danny shares about the benefits of being grateful, content, and generous, how these build on each other, and how they are critical to our Christian walk.
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It is believed that leadership necessitates extroversion, however, introverted leaders not only exude high emotional intelligence but they create environments of psychological safety. Today we are discussing the benefits of having introverted leaders who foster psychological safety in the workplace. Introverted leaders possess inherent qualities su…
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Episode 10- If We Hear It Then Let's Do It
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1:01:47Episode 10- "If We Hear It Then Let's Do It" In this episode, we discuss about being a hearer of the Word of God, and about being a doer of the Word of God. If we are a hearer only and not a doer of God's Word, we are only deceiving ourselves. Let's choose to be a hearer and a doer of the Word of God. In order to do this, we need to fully rely on G…
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Episode 11- His Strength Is Made Perfect In Weakness
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1:02:33Episode 11- "His Strength Is Made Perfect In Weakness" (In the audio at the beginning, I stated that it was Episode 10, but it is actually Episode 11) In this episode, we discuss how God's strength is perfected in weakness. When we are weak, He is strong. We need to remember to remain joyful, because the joy of the Lord is our strength. When we hav…
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Ministering to Pastors & Police, with Rick Randall
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29:11Pastor Danny welcomes to the show his friend Rick Randall of Christ Together Greater Austin to discuss ministering to police and first responders, leading a team of pastors, surviving and growing through trauma, and more. Rick was a longtime Senior Chaplain of the Austin Police Department and the Director of their Health and Wellness Division, over…
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Pastor Danny shares a special message on the importance of us taking advantage of the numerous opportunities that God gives to tell other people about the good news of Jesus Christ.
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Episode 9- You Will Be Hated By All Men
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1:03:33Episode 9- "You Will Be Hated By All Men" In this episode, we discuss that because we are followers of Jesus Christ, we will be hated by all men. They hated Jesus and they will hate us too. But we have to remember that during all of this, we are truly blessed. We discuss this and more.By Denny Peck Jr.
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The basic fundamental foundation to being an effective leader matters. One of those fundamentals is good character.
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