Best Ernest Benjamin Podcasts (2025)

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47 | Church Hurt is Real 21:48

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Let’s be honest—no one expects to get hurt by the people of God. That’s what makes church hurt so painful. It’s not just disappointment—it’s betrayal in the name of God. In this deeply compassionate episode of Sunday Renewal, Ernest Benjamin speaks directly to the pain so many quietly carry—the pain of being wounded by the very place that was suppo…

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Why Asking the Right Questions Beats Having Quick Answers! | Amy Radin #52 1:34:53

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"Asking the right questions the right way at the right time can often be more of a determinant of your success than being the person to raise their hand and come up with the answer." - Amy Radin Amy Radin is a pioneer in corporate innovation and strategic questioning. Amy shares her journey from the influence of her father's corner drugstore to bec…

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46 | GO: Everyday Evangelism Made Simple with Allen Webster 52:39

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What if evangelism wasn’t reserved for “experts,” but woven into normal life—your lunch break, your group text, your neighbor’s driveway? In this energizing message, our guest speaker, Allen Webster, takes the pressure off and shows how ordinary Christians can do extraordinary good by taking simple steps that lead people to Jesus. He unpacks the GO…

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Mental Models, Cognitive Frameworks, and the Questions That Disrupt Them! | Dave McGurk #51 1:27:11

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"If we start talking about developing people, you have to ask those deep questions." - Dave McGurk Dave is a transformational leader who bridges military precision with cutting-edge organizational development. As Founder and CEO of Veridian Perspective and Vice President at Apogee Global RMS, Dave brings over 20 years of executive leadership experi…

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45 | Finding Hope When Evil Seems To Win (Revelation 20) - Part II 44:35

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In this episode, we step into Revelation 20:9–10, where Satan makes his final stand and surrounds the people of God. From a human point of view, it looks hopeless. But in an instant, heaven moves—fire falls, the rebellion ends, and the devil is cast down forever. This passage reminds us that even when evil feels overwhelming, God is still in contro…

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Why "Who Do I Say I Am?" Changes Everything! | Mike Hilson #50 1:25:57

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"Who am I? Was never gonna turn out well. Who do I say I am? Had a chance." - Mike Hilson Host Ken Woodward welcomes Pastor Mike Hilson, senior pastor of New Life Church. They delve deep into how questions shape identity, leadership, and personal growth. Mike shares his journey, from wrestling with self-identity as a child to leading a thriving net…

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44 | Finding Hope When Evil Seems To Win (Revelation 20) - Part I 43:53

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The world feels like it’s unraveling. Wars drag on. Corruption is uncovered at the highest levels. Propaganda spreads faster than truth. Justice is delayed while the innocent suffer. If you’ve ever looked at the headlines and asked, “Where is God? Why does evil keep winning?”— This message is for you. In Revelation 20, God pulls back the curtain an…

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The Key to Helping Others Find Their Own Questions! | Naomi Campbell #49 1:24:16

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"Questions are an extremely sophisticated thinking skill that everyone can use and practice all the time." - Naomi Campbell In this episode, host Ken Woodward is in conversation with Naomi Campbell, Director of the Right Question Institute (RQI) Legal Empowerment Program. They delve into the transformative power of teaching people to ask questions,…

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43 | If the Holy Spirit Lives in Me with Hiram Kemp 45:46

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We live in a world where the Holy Spirit is often misunderstood. Some attach His name to every feeling or impulse. Others reduce Him to an abstract doctrine. But Scripture paints a much clearer—and far more beautiful—picture. In this week’s Guest Spotlight episode, Hiram Kemp takes us through what it really means to have the Spirit of God dwelling …

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The Curated Questions Origin Story: When It All Began! | Ken Woodward #48 27:30

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In this solo episode, host Ken Woodward delves into the origin and development of the 'Curated Questions' project, which began in 2018. Ken shares his personal journey of curiosity, inspiration from Tim Ferriss' podcast, and the influences that led to the creation of his blog and subsequent podcast. Highlighting notable milestones and influential i…

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42 | Teach Us Again: Learning to Pray with Jesus - Part IV 36:20

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Have you ever knocked on a door and wondered if anyone was on the other side? Prayer can feel that way. We ask, we seek, we knock, and sometimes all we hear is silence. But in Luke 11:9–13, Jesus pulls back the curtain on God’s heart. He reminds us that prayer isn’t a gamble, it’s a guarantee because our Father is generous, faithful, and never tire…

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How Questions Create Instant Trust in Any Conversation! | Maury Rogow #47 1:43:50

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"You were the most interested person in the room, and you're gonna get love." - Maury Rogow Maury Rogow is all about storytelling. He is the CEO of the Rip Media Group and creator of the Story2Sales methodology that's generated over $150 million in trackable revenue for clients. I appreciate the tag line, "Your brand will thrive or die, based on th…

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41 | Teach Us Again: Learning to Pray with Jesus - Part III 40:42

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What do you do when life knocks on your door at midnight? Not literally—but in those moments when you feel empty, weak, and out of answers. That’s exactly the picture Jesus uses to teach us how to pray in Luke 11. Prayer, He says, isn’t polished or polite. It’s pounding on heaven’s door when you have nothing left to give. It’s bold, shameless persi…

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Why the Right Question Feels Like an Invitation | Dr. Matt Lampe #46 1:35:11

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"The meaning of your communication is the result you are getting." - Dr. Matt Lampe With a Doctorate from Alliant International University's California School of Professional Psychology, Matt has dedicated his career to transforming how organizations approach change, leadership development, and workplace agility. He is currently leading enterprise-…

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40 | Teach Us Again: Learning to Pray with Jesus - Part II 46:45

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What if prayer wasn’t just about the “big” moments—eternity, salvation, or crisis? What if God actually wanted you to bring Him your everyday needs—your bills, your battles, your bread? In this episode of Sunday Renewal, we continue our Teach Us Again series in Luke 11:3–4. Last time, we focused on the Godward focus of prayer—His name, His kingdom,…

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The Power of Asking "What Do I Do Now?" Instead of "Why Me?" | Dr. Latorial Faison #45 2:05:57

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"When I even think that I wanna give up, I can't because people like this put their life on the line so that I could have better opportunities." - Dr. Latorial Faison Dr. Latorial Faison is an HBCU and Virginia State University Professor, Poet, Author, Independent Scholar & Senior Military Spouse. A graduate of the University of Virginia, Virginia …

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39 | Teach Us Again: Learning to Pray with Jesus 37:43

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What if prayer wasn’t a performance, a formula, or a last resort in times of crisis? What if it could be simple again—honest, bold, and deeply beautiful? In this episode of Sunday Renewal, Ernest takes us into Luke 11, where the disciples watched Jesus pray and finally asked, “Lord, teach us to pray.” What follows isn’t just a set of words to memor…

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What Machines Can’t Imitate - On Questions, Doubt, and the Discipline of Curiosity | AI Alan Turing #44 48:30

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"I suspect beauty comes when a question both sharpens and enlarges your vision." - AI Alan Turing In this special episode, we step back to a cold December night in 1951 and into the warm, wood-paneled room of The Britons Protection, a historic Manchester pub. Across the table sits Alan Turing, the mathematician, wartime codebreaker, and one of the …

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38 | Elijah: A Man Like Us, Used By God with Hiram Kemp 40:10

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Guest Spotlight: Hiram Kemp This week on Sunday Renewal, guest speaker Hiram Kemp takes us on a journey through the dramatic highs and crushing lows of the prophet Elijah’s life. From his bold stand on Mount Carmel, calling down fire from heaven, to the depths of despair where he sat under a broom tree ready to give up—Elijah’s story is a raw and r…

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The Scholar Who Sees Literature in Sneakers, Hip-Hop, and Gaming | Dr. Jemayne King #43 1:39:08

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"Sneaker culture literature is no different than any other form of literature." - Dr. Jemayne King Jemayne, is creative, insightful, and VERY intentional. He is the founder of Sole Food Brand LLC, sole is spelled S.O.L.E which you will come to appreciate, and among many things, his company celebrates HBCUs (or Historically Black Colleges and Univer…

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37 | Forgiveness for the Glory of God with Allen Webster 43:33

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This week on Sunday Renewal, we’re welcoming a powerful voice to the podcast—Allen Webster, a longtime friend, preacher, teacher, and one of the most widely read writers in the church today. Allen brings a deeply moving message from Luke 15, reminding us that no matter how far we’ve gone, God is always ready to run toward us with open arms. This is…

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Want Connection? Skip The Small Talk | Ashley Kirsner #42 1:40:41

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"It is much safer to be vulnerable than you might think." - Ashley Kirsner Ashley is the founder and director of Skip the Small Talk, and believes in the efficacy of high-quality person-to-person interaction for improving psychological health. She has conducted research with professors at prestigious organizations such as Cornell University, the Ha…

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36 | The Heart of Prayer (Summer Series) 30:59

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What if prayer wasn’t about the words you say—but the heart behind them? In this week’s episode of Sunday Renewal, we continue our Summer Series with a timely message called “The Heart of Prayer.” Drawing from Matthew 6 and Luke 11, Ernest walks us through Jesus’ teaching on prayer—not as a performance, but as a posture. In a world where spiritual …

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The Question of Beauty: A Photographer's Pursuit | Robert Sturman #41 1:23:54

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"I realized that paying attention is a form of a question." - Robert Sturman Robert Sturman is a seeker and visual storyteller. Driven by an unshakeable belief that beauty exists everywhere. He has pursued this vision as an Official Artist of the Grammy Awards and the FIFA World Cup, and as a globally recognized photographer who captures the healin…

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35 | The Benefits of Adversity (Summer Series) 33:11

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We’re continuing our Summer Series with a message that speaks directly to anyone walking through hardship right now. Not all pain is pointless. In this week’s episode of Sunday Renewal, Ernest Benjamin explores how adversity, when handled God's way, can become one of life’s most unexpected blessings. Rooted in Matthew 26, this message uncovers how …

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Reviving Benjamin Franklin's Junto: How Questions Built America | Ken Woodward #40 24:31

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"They were the leather apron crowd, average guys intent on having extraordinary conversations." - Ken Woodward In this episode of Curated Questions, host Ken Woodward uncovers a forgotten antidote to our fractured discourse: Benjamin Franklin's Junto. In 1727 Philadelphia, a 21-year-old printer gathered tradesmen—the 'leather apron crowd'—for Frida…

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34 | The Politically Incorrect Evangelist (Summer Series) 36:02

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We are continuing our Summer Series with a sermon that is bold, honest, and deeply needed right now. In this episode of Sunday Renewal, Ernest Benjamin opens the Word to John 4 and challenges us with a message on evangelism that is anything but soft. Titled “The Politically Incorrect Evangelist”, this sermon calls believers to break cultural barrie…

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How Asking 'What Was That Like' Creates Extraordinary Connection | Scott Johnson #39 1:35:40

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"I brought these people together and now they're engaging with each other and enriching each other's lives." - Scott Johnson Scott is a curious listener and natural connector. He started The Computer Tutor in 1999 and then expanded to include a compendium podcast, which he hosted for several hundred episodes. Driven by an insatiable desire to under…

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33 | Choosing Right in a Culture That Celebrates Wrong (Summer Series) 45:25

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We make thousands of decisions every day, but some choices are more than daily routines—they shape our character, our calling, and even our eternity. In this powerful message from 1 Kings 3, Ernest Benjamin walks us through Solomon’s bold request for wisdom and explores how discerning between good and evil is not just a biblical virtue—it is a spir…

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How Do You Build a Life That Honors All Your Talents? | Ernest Ponraj #38 1:10:12

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"That's where things started with my idea and vision for this space." - Ernest Ponraj Dr. Ernest Ponraj, a native of Montgomery County, Maryland, pursued his undergraduate studies at Pacific Union College in California before earning his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Loma Linda University in 2008. After obtaining his DDS license, he returned to …

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32 | A Convenient Season That Never Came (Summer Series) 40:29

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Have you ever told yourself, “I’ll get serious about God… just not right now”? Maybe you’ve felt the conviction. You’ve heard the call. But life is busy. Things are complicated. And somewhere in the back of your mind, you’re waiting for a more convenient season. In this episode of Sunday Renewal, we open Acts 24 and meet Felix—a man who stood face …

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Walking 2,085 Miles Through America's Hard History | Ken Woodward #37 35:05

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"Albeit on wobbly legs, I chose courage." - Ken Woodward Curated Questions host, Ken Woodward recounts his transformative journey of questioning deeply held beliefs about patriotism and social justice, influenced by significant moments, readings, and personal encounters. This introspective episode delves into his midlife reevaluation of American hi…

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31 | Save Our Boys: Raising a Generation of Godly Leaders Through Biblical Manhood (Summer Series) 47:59

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We’re kicking off our Sunday Renewal Summer Series—a handpicked collection of some of the most powerful, fruit-bearing sermons Ernest Benjamin has preached over the years. These messages spoke to real life, met people where they were, and provided practical applications. Each week, we’re revisiting one of these unforgettable sermons to be reminded,…

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When Every Conversation Holds Possibility | Jeff Wetzler #36 51:00

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"That is the question. What can I learn from this person?" - Jeff Wetzler Jeff is a learner and teacher. Blending a unique set of leadership experiences in business and education, he has pursued this quest as a management consultant to the world’s top corporations, as a learning facilitator for leaders around the world, as Chief Learning Officer at…

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30 | Guard Your Heart: The One Habit That Shapes Every Part of Your Life - Part II (Proverbs 4:23) 29:05

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Have you ever wondered why the same reactions keep showing up in your life, even when you try to change? Why the anger, fear, or insecurity surface in moments you least expect? That is not random. It results from something deeper...what's already flowing from your heart. In Part 2 of this teaching on Proverbs 4:23, we go beyond guarding your heart.…

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When You Show Up for Yourself, Your World Changes | Shelbie Morgan #35 1:02:44

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"I had a lot of small victories, but it wasn't until I showed up as me completely that my world began to change." - Shelbie Morgan Shelbie Morgan is a force for good. Good purpose, good energy, good vibes, and good financial literacy. For several years, Shelbie worked in corporate marketing and social media, with her last corporate role in human re…

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29 | How to Increase Your Confidence in God with Hiram Kemp 42:23

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This week, my wife and I celebrated our 16th wedding anniversary. I took a step back from the mic to be present and soak in the gift of that milestone. But I didn’t want to leave you empty-handed. I wanted to leave you encouraged. So I’m sharing a sermon from Hiram Kemp that left a mark on me, and I believe it will do the same for you. It’s a messa…

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From FBI Interrogations to Corporate Conversations | MK Palmore #34 1:20:06

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"The secret to interviewing is knowing when to shut up and listen." - MK Palmore M.K. Palmore's story begins where many transformational leaders find their compass—in service to something greater than themselves. Born and raised in Washington, D.C., during a time when the city carried the sobering title of "murder capital" of the United States, the…

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28 | Guard Your Heart: The One Habit That Shapes Every Part of Your Life - Part I (Proverbs 4:23) 32:34

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We secure our homes, lock our phones, and guard our passwords, but often leave the most important part of us wide open: our hearts. Not the muscle in your chest, but the core of who you are—your thoughts, desires, convictions, and secrets. In this episode of Sunday Renewal, we explore Proverbs 4:23 and unpack why guarding your heart is not just wis…

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From Cowboy Dreams to Coaching Life Transitions | Tony Kennedy #33 43:34

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"What are we going to do afterwards?" - Tony Kennedy Tony Kennedy began his collegiate football career by earning a Division I scholarship at Virginia Tech (1988-1992). In 1993, Tony signed as a free agent with the Dallas Cowboys, fulfilling a childhood dream. Although he finished his professional career in 1994, he has remained active in the colle…

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27 | When God Feels Distant and Life Feels Heavy - Part II (Psalm 13) 32:20

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What if trusting God didn’t require the pain to stop first? What if the most powerful kind of faith wasn’t found on the mountaintop but in the valley when everything still hurts? In this episode of Sunday Renewal, we return to Psalm 13 and witness something remarkable. David is still waiting. God still hasn’t spoken. The sorrow hasn’t lifted. But i…

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Why Curiosity Converts Better Than Commission | Patrick Dubois #32 1:31:04

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"We want to learn from our mistakes. And remember, it's a miss-take, so we can do it again." - Patrick Dubois Patrick Dubois has over 30 years of experience in corporate sales and leadership for the veterinary and pet spaces. In 2024, he launched his own consultancy, Sales Growth Today, as a conduit to share his expertise through coaching, seminars…

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26 | When God Feels Distant and Life Feels Heavy - Part I (Psalm 13) 27:03

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What do you do when God feels far away and life feels too heavy to carry? In this first part of a two-part series, we open Psalm 13—a gut-wrenching prayer from David that gives voice to the silence, sorrow, and confusion that often accompany seasons of grief. David doesn’t start with strength; he begins with struggle. Four times he cries out, “How …

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25 | Reasons to Seek the Lord with Hiram Kemp 35:31

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What does it mean to seek the Lord, and why is it more urgent now than ever? In this stirring message from guest preacher Hiram Kemp, we’re invited to slow down, listen closely, and remember the one pursuit that gives life its meaning: knowing God. Preaching from the book of Hosea, Hiram unpacks five powerful reasons to seek the Lord with sincerity…

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Kevin Kelly: The Future Belongs to the Question-Makers | Kevin Kelly #31 50:30

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"In any vibrant, ongoing discipline, questioning has to be at the heart of it, or there's no growth." - Kevin Kelly Kevin Kelly is one of the most original voices in technology and culture. Kevin's career is a journey through the heart of innovation. He helped launch Wired magazine, shaping our understanding of the digital revolution. Before that, …

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24 | Through Him: How God Holds Everything Together (Romans 11:36) 21:47

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In this episode, we explore the second phrase of Romans 11:36: “through Him are all things.” You’ll discover the incredible truth that God isn’t just your Creator—He’s your daily Sustainer. The One who holds the galaxies is the same One holding you. In This Episode, You’ll Discover: ✅ What “through Him are all things” really means—and why it matter…

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23 | From Him Are All Things: God the Source of Everything (Romans 11:36) 24:58

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Why are you here? Why does anything—even you—exist at all? It’s not random. It’s not luck. It’s not even about you. It’s about God’s glory. In this episode, we open Romans 11:36 and step into the biggest truth of your life: You were created by God, for God—and until you see that, nothing else will ever satisfy. In This Episode, You’ll Discover: ✅ W…

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Intentionally Cracking Love's Enigma Through Analytics | Tim Molnar #30 1:25:48

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"The better question is, how am I feeling in my body at the end of or during this date? Do I feel safe? Do I feel seen? Am I energized?" - Tim Molnar Tim Molnar isn't your typical dating coach—he's a fascinating blend of academic researcher and practical relationship strategist who's transformed how we think about finding love. As a former Fulbrigh…

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22 | How Isaiah Proves God is in Total Control (Part II) 32:27

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What if the future wasn’t unfolding by chance—but by design? In this episode, we continue our journey through the prophetic brilliance of Isaiah. From naming Cyrus 150 years before his birth to describing the crucifixion centuries before it happened, Isaiah doesn’t give vague guesses—he gives verifiable history before it unfolds. This isn’t predict…

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21 | How Isaiah Proves God is in Total Control 23:30

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Can you really trust a book that’s over 2,000 years old to speak to what’s happening in your life today? In this week’s episode, we dive into the breathtaking power of God’s prophetic word through the book of Isaiah. This isn’t vague fortune-telling or religious guesswork—this is precise, undeniable, and awe-inspiring foreknowledge. Names, nations,…