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Learning How to See with Brian McLaren

Center for Action and Contemplation

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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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Turning to the Mystics with James Finley

Center for Action and Contemplation

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Turning to the Mystics is a podcast for people searching for something more meaningful, intimate and richly present in the divine gift of their lives. James Finley, clinical psychologist and Living School faculty, offers a modern take on the historical contemplative practices of Christian mystics like Teresa of Avila, Thomas Merton, John of the Cross among others. Leaning into their experiences can become a gateway to hope, healing and oneness. Together with Kirsten Oates from the Center for ...
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Join neuroscientist, philosopher, and five-time New York Times best-selling author Sam Harris as he explores important and controversial questions about the mind, society, current events, moral philosophy, religion, and rationality—with an overarching focus on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live. Sam is also the creator of the Waking Up app. Combining Sam's decades of mindfulness practice, profound wisdom from varied philosophica ...
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Evangelization & Culture Podcast

Word on Fire Institute

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Tod Worner discusses the culture, faith, literature, philosophy, history, and more in stimulating conversations with renown intellectuals of our time on the Evangelization & Culture Podcast. Tod also shares a reflection of his own and a book recommendation in each episode. Tod curates more content like this in the quarterly print journal of the Word on Fire Institute, Evangelization & Culture. Learn more and become a member at WordonFire.Institute.
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My Catholic Life! presents the beauty and splendor of our Catholic faith in a down to earth and practical way. These daily audio reflections come from the "Catholic Daily Reflections Series" which is available in online format from our website. They are also available in e eBook or paperback format. May these reflections assist you on your journey of personal conversion!
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For more than 15 years Nomad Podcast has been hosting conversations with theologians, activists and contemplatives from across the Christian spectrum and beyond. Reflecting on our evangelical heritage we explore the possibilities of a more inclusive, generous and hopeful faith.
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The Tao of Christ

Marshall Davis

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The Tao of Christ is a podcast which explores the mystical roots of Christianity, which Jesus called the Kingdom of God, which church historian Evelyn Underhill called the Unitive Life, which Richard Rohr calls the Universal Christ, and which I refer to as Christian nonduality, unitive awareness, or union with God. This is the Tao of Christ.
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Join a father and son as they explore Christian spiritual practices in the midst of real family life — sometimes meaningful, sometimes messy, always grounded in curiosity and play.
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Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast

with Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld

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A Catholic podcast brought to you by the Archdiocese of Regina where we attempt to navigate this winding road of faith in Jesus Christ so that we might know him more intimately, love him more profoundly and together serve him more deeply in our daily lives.
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Carmelite Conversations

Carmelite Conversations

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The Carmelite Conversations podcast discusses Carmelite Spirituality and its application to our busy, modern lives. The podcast provides counsel on how to live the Carmelite call to combine contemplative prayer with service to the Church, while at the same time providing guidance on how to make progress in holiness. Carmelite Conversations is of particular interest to Secular Carmelites as it is produced by the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites Community of Our Mother of Good Counsel in ...
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SoulWork Sanctuary

Patrice Gerideau

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Welcome to SoulWork Sanctuary, a podcast for those ready to do what Katie Cannon called “the work our soul must have.” Hosted by Rev. Dr. Patrice Gerideau — writer, theologian, and contemplative — this podcast offers soundbite-sized sanctuary moments through scripture, reflection, and contemplative practice. Each episode is an invitation to pause, breathe, and notice God’s presence in the midst of ordinary life. Whether you are weary of always being the “strong one,” longing for rest, or see ...
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My Friend the Friar

John Lee and Fr. Stephen Sanchez, O.C.D.

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A podcast where we learn about our faith and share what it takes to live a Catholic Christian life through conversations and contemplations with my friend the friar, a Discalced Carmelite Priest.
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Hope Christian Meditation

hopemindfulness.com

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Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of contemplative prayer and scripture-centered meditation with Hope Mindfulness and Prayer. Unlike typical meditations, we offer a profound journey rooted in ancient Christian practices of stillness and deep listening. Each episode is crafted to guide you into a tranquil state, focusing on a selected Bible verse to center your thoughts and awaken your spiritual senses. Our goal is to provide a true meditation experience that fosters inner peace, clarity ...
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River Corner Church

River Corner Church

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River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and serve through life together. We gather on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM to worship and experience God, study the scriptures, journey through life together, and to partner with the Holy Spirit. It is our hope that you will gather with our simple community of Jesus followers. Come as you are—just be yourself.
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The Sacred Thread Podcast explores the contemplative path that is rooted in the Christian tradition, while also drawing from many sources (such as Buddhist wisdom and modern psychology) to illuminate this path. Hosted by Winston Janusz — a meditation teacher, licensed therapist, and ordained pastor — this show is for seekers who long for peace, presence, and meaning in a restless world. Through reflections and conversations, we trace the sacred thread woven through everyday life, awakening t ...
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If you’ve ever felt on the fringes of Christian faith this is a safe space for you. Your questions, doubts and hopes are all welcome here. We’re creating conversations, affirmations, meditations and other resources to support you on your spiritual journey and let you know that even if you feel like a misfit, you don’t have to feel alone.
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Outposts

livinginhisname.org

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Living In His Name Ministries is a group of individuals called to be in close relationship with God Almighty, living His Life out loud in wisdom, conduct, and character, in evidence of the presence of Jesus Christ in a world of declining values. Taste and see the Lord is Good! Ah, more than good, He is God! ... ... ... ... ... ... In a world of changing morals, fuzzy boundaries, and elusive standards, OUTPOSTS breathes life! ... ... ... “Theatre of the mind”, OUTPOSTS is an imaginary cafe at ...
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Liminal Living

Dr. Thomas J Rundel

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Welcome to the Liminal Living Podcast, where we dive deep into the realm of liminal spaces—those transitional phases where uncertainty is our companion. I'm your host and curator of conversations, Dr. Tom Rundel, and it's my pleasure to serve as your guide through these uncharted territories. With a doctoral background in spirituality and leadership from Portland Seminary, my research has centered on the spirituality found in the narratives of liminality in the Bible, but I have expanded my ...
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Contemplata

Dominican Friars Province of St. Joseph

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The purpose of our lives is to come to know God, yet on account of sin the eyes of our hearts have grown blind to the presence of God. Just as Jesus healed the blind men in the Gospels, so God is now at work to heal the eyes of our hearts by the light of his grace. Contemplata is a podcast for those seeking to grow in contemplative prayer—the loving awareness of the presence of God. Fr. James Dominic Brent, O.P. is a Dominican Friar of the Province of St. Joseph.
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This is a podcast for seekers, skeptics, believers, and the spiritually curious — for anyone who longs for deeper meaning, connection, and peace, whether you're rooted in a tradition or not. Drawing from his own journey — from conservative Christianity to Islamic mysticism, through loss, healing, and awakening — Dr. Habib explores the sacred beyond doctrine and the Divine beyond names. Through soulful reflections, honest storytelling, and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds, w ...
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The B.R.O.S

Bill Turner, Jose Bonilla, John Hume

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Welcome to the Back Room of the Sanctuary where the conversation happens. We want to engage in pure conversation and dig into topics that aren’t talked about in the church very much. Give different views about our Christian walk and speculate Bible stories.
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Her Evergreen Soul is a podcast by Amy Brady, founder of Evergreen Soul Wellness. Amy uses the gifts of spiritual direction to help women uncomplicated their spiritual life, through a heart and body approach to spiritual growth. Amy invites her listeners down the contemplative path into spiritual practices that ground their heart and free their soul, where they can live an integrated, embodied faith and learn how to keep their soul evergreen no matter what season of life they are in.
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Faith and spirituality sometimes leave us with more questions than answers. The Compass podcast shares stories about deconstructing faith, finding meaning, seeking justice, and deepening spiritual connection through contemplative practices and worship. Join fellow spiritual seekers Michelle Maldonado and Ryan Dunn as they seek orientation to the Divine presence in the day-to-day through a Christian perspective. A production of United Methodist Communications.
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The Truth Response

Derek Stephenson

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About The Truth Response Podcast The Truth Response is a podcast that explores the complexities of modern life through the lens of Christian faith. Each episode invites listeners on a journey to discover how biblical teachings can provide hope and guidance amid contemporary challenges. We tackle a variety of important topics, from the intricacies of scriptural canon to the struggles of living out one’s faith in the workplace. Join host Derek Stephenson as he engages with difficult questions ...
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Irreverend: Faith and Current Affairs

J.A. Franklin, T.J. Pelham, Daniel French

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Are you wondering how a Christian should respond to current events? What are we to think about a world that appears to be going absolutely mad? How are we to discern the signs of the times? In this podcast, featuring The Reverend Thomas Pelham, The Reverend Daniel French, The Reverend Doctor J.A. Franklin and the occasional guest, we attempt to give some answers. Email us at [email protected], follow us on Twitter @irreverendpod or on Telegram at https://t.me/irreverendpod. We also hav ...
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A podcast about waking up — not to new beliefs, but beyond them. What happens when we stop standing on any fixed idea of who we are or what life means? Standing Nowhere explores spirituality, mindfulness, and the mystery of being human through honest conversation and reflection. Host Jacob Buehler blends story, humor, and real-life experience as a working father and seeker, drawing from mysticism and contemplative traditions to point toward what can’t be captured in words — presence itself. ...
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Podcast from Color Music Ministry located in Barbados. Episodes include the sung Rosary, prayerful reflections from our monthly Contemplative Worship session, traditional Roman Catholic hymns, contemporary Christian music and original music recorded by Color.
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Contemplative Motherhood Podcast

Erin Thomas & Chelsea Whipple

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A Sacred Space for talking about Contemplative Practices, Spirituality + Messy Motherhood. We seek the Divine Presence amidst the Beautiful Chaos of Motherhood and share our failures, our triumphs, and our missteps. Your hosts on this journey are Erin Thomas and Chelsea Whipple. To get in touch with Erin and Chelsea email them at [email protected] Check out our main website: contemplativemotherhood.org
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Read Online “Take courage, it is I, do not be afraid!” He got into the boat with them and the wind died down. They were completely astounded. They had not understood the incident of the loaves. On the contrary, their hearts were hardened. Mark 6:50–52 When Jesus appeared to the Apostles, walking on the sea, they were filled with fear. His words to …
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What happens when we forget that behind the gorgeous redbud tree, the mesmerizing sunrise, and the exquisite infant child cradled in our arms is an ineffable God who loved them all into existence? We miss the sacramental in our lives and chase after honor, power, pleasure, and wealth, which are false infinites and sorry substitutes for God. Join Dr…
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Welcome to Walking the Way. My name is Ray, and I really want to say thank you to everyone for listening in as we continue to explore what it means to have a regular rhythm of worship. Credits Opening Prayer https://www.plough.com/en/subscriptions/daily-prayer Bible verse Isaiah 19:21 Thought for the day Ray Borrett Bible Passage Isaiah 19 Good New…
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These monthly podcasts are spaces of prayer crafted around the themes and rhythms of Neighborhood Groups, but they are designed to be used individually or in groups. This month, Community Pastor Karen Guess leads an Epiphany Prayer of Examen with our Neighborhood Group pattern of remembering, reflecting, and responding.…
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This podcast episode delves into the profound and often challenging experience of mourning, particularly as it intersects with the holiday season. We illuminate the emotional complexities that arise when one navigates the loss of a loved one during a period typically associated with joy and celebration. Both Derek and Matt share personal anecdotes …
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Read Online By now it was already late and his disciples approached him and said, “This is a deserted place and it is already very late. Dismiss them so that they can go to the surrounding farms and villages and buy themselves something to eat.” Mark 6:35–36 It is wise to be practical, realistic, and pragmatic. But when it comes to Christ and our c…
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On January 4, Pastor Jeff McLain opened River Corner Church’s 2026 theme, A Year of Encouragement, by teaching from Hebrews 10:24–25. This message frames encouragement not as affirmation that avoids tension, but as faithful community life that engages friction in ways that lead to love, perseverance, and good works. In this sermon, Pastor Jeff expl…
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Discover the life-changing message of the prodigal son parable and how it reveals God's incredible love for you. This powerful Bible story shows us how we all wander from God's love in both obvious and subtle ways, searching for security, significance, and belonging in the wrong places. Learn about the two types of spiritual lostness represented by…
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Read Online [Jesus] went around all of Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom, and curing every disease and illness among the people. His fame spread to all of Syria, and they brought to him all who were sick with various diseases and racked with pain, those who were possessed, lunatics, and paralytics, and he …
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SoulWork Notes Welcome to SoulWork Sanctuary, a weekly place to pause with God. e66 A Word about Joy: Curiosity We begin a new year with a new series, A Word about Joy—seven reflections shaped by what my little cousin Cameron has taught me about joy, the word God gave me for this year. In this opening episode, we reflect on joy as curiosity. Throug…
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NIV 25 Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him. 26 It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord's Messiah. 27 Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents bro…
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Send us a text Today’s meditation is on the 5 simple words: Love Your Neighbour As Yourself. It is my hope & my prayer that this year we all set the intention to live by this words. Well, my friends, we’ve got some pretty exciting things planned for this calendar year & this season! Throughout 2026, we will be releasing a number of new series on Pa…
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Read Online When Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, in the days of King Herod, behold, magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, saying, “Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw his star at its rising and have come to do him homage.” When King Herod heard this, he was greatly troubled, and all Jerusalem with him. Matthew 2:1–3 Why did God u…
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Welcome to Walking the Way. My name is Ray, and I really want to say thank you to everyone for listening in as we continue to explore what it means to have a regular rhythm of worship.   Credits Opening Prayer https://onlineministries.creighton.edu/prayer-spirituality-resources/praying-christmas Bible verse Isaiah 18:3 Thought for the day Ray Borre…
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Read Online John the Baptist saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world. He is the one of whom I said, ‘A man is coming after me who ranks ahead of me because he existed before me.’ I did not know him, but the reason why I came baptizing with water was that he might be made known to Israel.” …
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Send us a text Want a prayer life that feels like a real relationship, not a checklist? We dive into Lectio Divina—sacred reading—as a simple, time-tested way to hear God through scripture and grow in freedom. Rather than racing through chapters or playing Bible roulette, we slow down with a short passage, repeat it, listen for the phrase that stir…
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In this deeply moving conversation, Dr. Habīb Boerger is joined by spiritual healer and artist Michele Hamida Rabinowitz for a rich exploration of spirituality lived through the body, creativity, and presence. Michele shares her life story as a series of sacred doorways—birth trauma, dance, motherhood, bodywork, loss, healing, movement, and art—eac…
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What does "resolution" actually mean at its root? Not forcing—loosening. In the final episode of 2025, I reflect on a year of struggle, growth, and showing up anyway. Honest thoughts on time constraints, mental health, sobriety, and trusting when you can't see the path forward. With wisdom from Lao Tzu, Meister Eckhart, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Rilke. …
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Welcome to Walking the Way. My name is Ray, and I really want to say thank you to everyone for listening in as we continue to explore what it means to have a regular rhythm of worship. Credits Opening Prayer https://onlineministries.creighton.edu/prayer-spirituality-resources/praying-advent Bible verse Isaiah 17:7 Thought for the day Ray Borrett Bi…
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Read Online “I baptize with water; but there is one among you whom you do not recognize, the one who is coming after me, whose sandal strap I am not worthy to untie.” This happened in Bethany across the Jordan, where John was baptizing. John 1:26–28 Though John the Baptist prepared the people of Israel for the beginning of Jesus’ ministry, he also …
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As digital distraction increasingly fragments our attention, Sam explains why mindfulness is a practical skill for reclaiming clarity and presence. Begin a mindfulness practice using the Waking Up app, and make training your mind the foundation for everything else in the year ahead. If the Making Sense podcast logo in your player is BLACK, you can …
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summaryThis conversation explores the unique perspectives of the Gospels, particularly focusing on the historical context of the Hebrew people, the rise and rule of Herod the Great, and the implications of Jesus' birth in relation to Herod's tyranny. It delves into the narrative parallels between Moses and Jesus, the significance of lamentation as …
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Read Online The shepherds went in haste to Bethlehem and found Mary and Joseph, and the infant lying in the manger. When they saw this, they made known the message that had been told them about this child. All who heard it were amazed by what had been told them by the shepherds. And Mary kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart. Luke …
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SoulWork Notes This final episode of the year offers a contemplative benediction — a guided time of breath, reflection, and prayer to close the year in peace and begin the next in trust. Reflection Questions What are you releasing with gratitude? What do you sense God inviting you to carry forward? How will you create space for what God has in stor…
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Welcome to Walking the Way. My name is Ray, and I really want to say thank you to everyone for listening in as we continue to explore what it means to have a regular rhythm of worship.   Credits Opening Prayer https://onlineministries.creighton.edu/prayer-spirituality-resources/praying-advent Bible verse Isaiah 16:5 Thought for the day Ray Borrett …
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In this latest episode of the More From Sam series, Sam and Jaron talk about current events. They discuss Sam's 2025 New Year's resolutions, the benefits of meditation, Sam's conversation with Ross Douthat, AI risks, Tucker Carlson's midnight encounter with a demon, the fracturing on the right, antisemitism on the right and the left, the Bondi Beac…
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Read Online In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God… And the Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us, and we saw his glory, the glory as of the Father’s only-begotten Son, full of grace and truth. John 1:1; 14 The Prologue to John’s Gospel, John 1:1-18, is one of the most profound and theologically ri…
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Welcome to Walking the Way. My name is Ray, and I really want to say thank you to everyone for listening in as we continue to explore what it means to have a regular rhythm of worship.   Credits Opening Prayer https://onlineministries.creighton.edu/prayer-spirituality-resources/praying-advent Bible verse Isaiah 15:2 Thought for the day Ray Borrett …
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Have you ever been angry, frustrated, or upset with God — and felt guilty for even admitting it? In this Christmas Eve episode of The Truth Response, Derek, Matt, and Dave have an honest, Scripture-grounded conversation about anger toward God, His silence in the wilderness, and learning to trust Him when life doesn’t follow your timeline. Through p…
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Read Online There was a prophetess, Anna… She never left the temple, but worshiped night and day with fasting and prayer. And coming forward at that very time, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were awaiting the redemption of Jerusalem. Luke 2:36–38 Like Simeon, Anna was among those “awaiting the redemption of Jerusalem.” …
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Welcome to Walking the Way. My name is Ray, and I really want to say thank you to everyone for listening in as we continue to explore what it means to have a regular rhythm of worship.   Credits Opening Prayer https://onlineministries.creighton.edu/prayer-spirituality-resources/praying-advent Bible verse Isaiah 14:12 Thought for the day Ray Borrett…
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In this Advent Week 4 message, Pastor Jeff McLain concludes the series A Journey With the Shepherds by exploring Luke 2:19–20 and the theme of God’s love going forth. Focusing on Mary’s faithful treasuring and the shepherds’ joyful return to ordinary life, this sermon reflects on how encountering Jesus transforms us and sends us back into the place…
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Today I am recording on another topic, one that has been coming up recently in correspondence and conversations. I think it may be helpful if it were addressed. The topic is Spiritual FOMO. FOMO is, of course, the acronym meaning Fear Of Missing Out. I notice Spiritual FOMO both in Christian circles and among people interested in nondual spirituali…
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Read Online When the days were completed for their purification according to the law of Moses, the parents of Jesus took him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord, just as it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that opens the womb shall be consecrated to the Lord, and to offer the sacrifice of a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeo…
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