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The Joy Bringer Podcast - Psalm Ch 77 (But Then I Remembered) summary In this episode, we explore the depth and comfort found in Psalm 77, especially during dark and angsty times. The host shares personal struggles, biblical insights, and encouragement to remember God's mighty deeds even when feeling overwhelmed. keywords Psalm 77, spiritual encouragement, faith during hardship, God's mighty deeds, prayer, Psalms, Christian reflection, Season Bowers, Joy Bringer key topics The emotional diversity of Psalms and their role in prayer Personal struggles with distress and how Psalms offer solace The importance of remembering God's mighty deeds during difficult times The symbolism of the Red Sea and God's miraculous power The role of Holy Spirit in prayer when words fail God's unchanging nature amidst changing circumstances takeaways Psalms are a gift for expressing all human emotions, including dark and angsty feelings. Remembering God's past deeds can strengthen faith during present difficulties. God leads us through impossible situations, like parting the Red Sea. The Holy Spirit helps us pray when we lack words or feel distressed. God's love and faithfulness do not change, even in seasons of hardship. Chapters 00:00 Exploring the Depths of the Psalms 01:56 Finding Comfort in Anguish 03:52 The Power of Remembrance 06:26 God's Faithfulness in Difficult Times 09:36 closing podcast.mp3 resources Psalm 77 - The Bible - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+77&version=NIV

As we are approaching the USA's 250th birthday, Carmen reflects on some of Bible verses that impacted the Founding Fathers and the people living in the fledgling United States. She borrowed from Robert Morgan's book "100 Bible Verses That Made America." Cru City Global's Josh Irby, host of the Mission Shift podcast and author of "The Barnabas Factor," talks about the how Christians from various national, language, and cultural backgrounds are now reaching everwhere together. Are you willing to humbly make the shift in your life? The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Life has a way of pulling our attention in a thousand different directions. Personal struggles, cultural tensions, financial pressures, and uncertainty about the future can leave us feeling anxious and overwhelmed. In this message, Francis Chan encourages us to step back and remember the bigger story. Walking through Scripture from Genesis to Revelation, he highlights God's faithfulness, His patience toward humanity, and His promise to make all things new. As we see our lives in light of eternity and God's unchanging character, fear begins to lose its grip, and we find rest in the One who holds all things together.

Is Your Culture Thriving or Just Surviving? The Six Essentials for Workplace Health.On this episode of TIPS, hosts Ashlie and Gilbert welcome back Jon Kidwell, leadership coach, Townsend Institute adjunct instructor, and CEO of Leadwell Plus. Together, they dive into a research-backed blueprint for moving beyond organizational striving toward vigorous growth.Jon introduces his Six Essentials for a Thriving Workplace Culture: Achievement, Significance, Clarity, Health, Growth, and Belonging. He reveals how these relational nutrients transform teams from checking boxes to finding deep meaning in their work.You’ll discover:The Ever-Decaying Nature of Clarity: Why communication is the hardest essential to maintain and how to do less, more often.The Two Ditches of Health: How to balance organizational responsibility with personal boundaries to prevent burnout.The Power of Belonging: Why feeling seen, heard, and valued is the primary driver of team retention.The Unifying Initiative: How focusing on one laser-targeted goal can ripple across your entire life and career.Leadwell Plus: A look at the real-time tool helping leaders move from guessing to knowing the health of their people.Whether you are leading a global corporation or a local non-profit, this conversation provides the practical nutrients needed to build a high-performing, healthy, and sustainable team.Perfect for: Executives, HR professionals, managers, and anyone looking to improve their organizational culture or personal leadership habits.Links:LeadwellPlusSix Thrive Essentials diagram-------The Townsend Institute at Concordia University Irvine offers fully accredited online graduate degrees and professional certificates in three content areas: Organizational Leadership, Executive Coaching and Consulting, and Counseling. Experience transformational education that operates at the crossroads of competence, character, and connection through the Townsend Institute’s life-changing counseling and leadership programs. To find out more, visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.cui.edu/townsend⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Enjoying the podcast? We want your input! Please email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tipodcast@cui.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for any feedback or ideas you have on topics or guests you would like to learn from!-------Episode music is "Psalm 1 (That Man)" featuring Tommy Walker, Ben Lange, & Kip Fox, produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Songwriter Initiative⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ of The Center for Worship Leadership at Concordia University Irvine.

What happens when a corporate culture prioritizes operational checklists over human character? In this dynamic episode of the WiLD Conversation Podcast, Dr. Rob McKenna and Sabeth Kapahu sit down with Benj Miller, serial entrepreneur, leadership architect, and co-founder of System and Soul. Together, they unpack a foundational leadership paradox: the constant tension between human being and human doing. Moving past traditional, box-checking corporate frameworks, this conversation reveals why organizational performance and human empathy are not opposites, but oxygen for one another. Benj opens up about his own humbling entrepreneurial failures, the distinct evolutionary leap required to move from a "renegade founder" to a "renegade leader," and how to implement an intentional strategy for your organizational culture. Tune in to discover how to scale your business operations without losing your humanity. Key Takeaways The Integration Paradox: Organizations must focus heavily on both the visible (operational systems, metrics, results) and the invisible (thinking, wellness, and human fulfillment). True organizational health only happens when the system and soul are deeply integrated. Transitioning from Founder to Leader: A "renegade founder" relies on raw energy to get an idea off the ground, but often ends up trapped in an exhausting prison of their own making. Scaled growth requires maturing into a "renegade leader" who can embrace boundaries, listen to trusted advisors, and implement a roadmap. The True Markers of Leadership Effectiveness: A leader's real-world effectiveness comes down to just two attributes: being inwardly sound (self-aware, principled, and holistically healthy) and others-focused. Vulnerability Proves Safety: High-performance cultures require safety and vulnerability, but they don't happen in a linear, comfortable order. Leaders must step out and be vulnerable first to actively prove that psychological safety exists. Clarity is Kindness: Workplace culture cannot simply be delegated away to a VP of Culture. True alignment and trust are built when leaders provide functional, clear job descriptions and explicit accountability metrics rather than superficial office perks.

What happens when the Holy Spirit moves in our communities?Doug Beacham, a longtime leader in the Pentecostal tradition,reflects on the Holy Spirit’s ongoing work through holiness, sanctification and renewal. Pointing to moments like the Azusa Street Revival and the Memphis Miracle, he highlights how the Spirit brings spiritual renewal, fosters racial unity and expands the Church’s mission. Together, NAE President Walter Kim and Doug Beacham, presiding bishop of the International Pentecostal Holiness Church (IPHC), also explore the ongoing need for reconciliation and unity within the Body of Christ. In this conversation, you’ll hear: What defines Pentecostal holiness traditions; How Pentecostalism brings both intentionality and intensity to faith; Why the American church continues to struggle with division; and How true revival not only stirs hearts but reshapes communities. This episode invites Christians to remember that true hope endures even in a divided culture, calling us to live with patience, faith and confidence that the Holy Spirit is still at work. Subscribe today wherever you listen to podcasts.Do you like the podcast?Give us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review. This is the best way for others to discover these conversations. If you listen on Spotify, give us a follow and hit the notification bell to be sure you never miss an episode. And don’t forget to pass your favorite episodes along to colleagues, friends and family.Resources Full conversation with Doug Beacham on YouTubeFor further study see Isaiah 53, Acts, Romans 5–6, 1 Corinthians 12, 2 Corinthians 3:17–18Books written by Doug Beacham “Black and White Race in American Denominations,” by A.G. Miller in Evangelicals magazinePrayer, Repentance & Hope for America, NAE podcast with Lisa FieldsTheology of Race, NAE podcast with Walter Kim Today’s Conversation is brought to you by Cahoots Communications.

How can the global church speak about sexuality with both biblical conviction and the compassion of Christ? Summary In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson speaks with Vaughan Roberts about why sexuality has become one of the most pressing mission conversations facing the global church. Drawing on Scripture, pastoral experience, and his own personal story, Vaughan helps listeners reflect on identity in Christ, the goodness of God’s design, the false promises of the sexual revolution, and the need for churches to speak with both grace and truth. Guest Bio Vaughan Roberts is Rector of St Ebbe’s Church in Oxford and President of The Proclamation Trust. He is a pastor, speaker, and author of Full of Grace and Truth: The Gospel and Sexuality in the Global Church, a short book based on his Lausanne presentation that offers a biblical and pastoral vision for engaging questions of sexuality with compassion and faithfulness. Main Points Sexuality is now relevant in the global mission conversation. Vaughan explains how the sexual revolution has become a major barrier for many people engaging with Christianity, and how the internet is discipling younger generations around the world. Identity in Christ is deeper than sexual desire. Vaughan shares from his own story, distinguishing between same-sex attraction as part of his reality and Christ as his true identity. The Bible begins with a positive vision of sexuality. Vaughan frames biblical sexuality around four truths: God is for sex, sex is for marriage, marriage is for life, and life is for Christ. Marriage points beyond itself to Christ and the church. Human marriage is not the ultimate answer to our deepest longings; it points to the greater union between Christ and his people. Shame and isolation make discipleship harder. Vaughan urges leaders to remember that when they speak about sexuality, they are speaking to real people in the room who need both truth and grace. The church must be full of grace and truth. Leaders must resist both compromise and condemnation, offering courageous biblical teaching alongside the open hands of Christ. Call to Action If this episode encouraged you, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast and share it with a pastor, ministry leader, parent, or young adult who is seeking to engage questions of sexuality with biblical conviction and Christlike compassion. We’d also love for you to join the conversation in the Lausanne Movement Podcast space on the Lausanne Action Hub, where you can share your thoughts and engage with our podcast community—and if this episode encouraged you, please consider leaving a rating or review so others can discover it too. Lausanne Movement Podcast Archive Redeeming Human Identity: Exploring the Intersection of Scripture, AI, Biotechnology, Gender and Human Sexuality with Dr Carmen Imes & Dr Matthew Niermann Restoring Biblical Sexuality — Lausanne Movement — Vaughan’s Fourth Lausanne Congress presentation on sexuality through the lens of creation, fall, and redemption. Links & Resources Full of Grace and Truth: The Gospel and Sexuality in the Global Church — Vaughan Roberts’ short book on the gospel and sexuality in the global church. Living Out — Resources for Christians, churches, and leaders seeking to think biblically and pastorally about sexuality, identity, singleness, marriage, and same-sex attraction. <a href='https://www.livingout.org/resources/posts/