Best Project Zion Podcasts (2025)

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Living in the Wilderness Now 1:00:21

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The Wilderness E11 — After his death and resurrection, Jesus sends his disciples out into the world to share the good news of the Kingdom and make disciples. These disciples, also known as apostles, plant churches across the Roman Empire and write letters to congregations made up of Jewish and Gentile believers. And their letters often wrestle with…

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647 | Coffee to Go | Proper 27 (RE-POST) 13:09

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In need of an “oil change?” Or, perhaps your oil is just running a little low and you need to top it off. Either way, the time is now... don’t wait! What’s all this talk about oil, you ask? Well, join hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith … along with the wise and foolish bridesmaids (hint... hint) for this episode of Coffee to Go to hear about how oil…

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Disguise, Distance, and Silence. The Melodee Buzzard Case | Profiling Evil 31:52

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Nine-year-old Melodee Buzzard disappeared from Vandenberg Village where she lived in Lompoc, California. The case has left investigators and family searching for answers and this episode reconstructs the official timeline, down to the white Chevy Malibu rental on Oct. 7th, to a license-plate swap and a confirmed Oct. 9 sighting near the Colorado–Ut…

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912 | Percolating on Faith | Ministry for Dummies Cross-Post | Social Justice 36:44

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Social justice is a deep topic, and this cross-post episode from Ministry for Dummies, Humberto and Jacob dive into social justice, and share their definitions ... what it is and what it isn’t. They define it as fair and equitable treatment for all, regardless of race, gender, or economic status, and they emphasize the importance of love, curiosity…

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Our BIGGEST Capitulations From ETR's Preseason Predictions, And What We're Not Ready To Throw The Towel In On Yet (Episode 492) 49:34

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Mike Gallagher and Drew Dinkmeyer hold their hands up on the biggest takes they've been prove wrong on so far in how the expected the NBA Season to be going through the first 10% of games, as well as what they're not quite yet ready to capitulate on as well.

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A51 | Awaken to God's Presence | Gratitude 12:49

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Join Robin Linkhart for a guided meditation on gratitude and renewal. In this episode, we embrace the quiet of November as nature prepares for winter's rest. The practice invites you to reflect on the harvest's abundance and the blessings—large and small—of your year. It's a call to connect with the divine, community, and the sustaining rhythm of l…

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ChatGPT Atlas Launch and Mental Health 41:26

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News-Inspired Case Studies is a new series from Glenn Ostlund and the NCE StudyGuide Podcast. Each episode begins with a current news story and unfolds like a counseling case study — exploring how real-world events ripple through the human nervous system, emotions, and behavior. Created for both NCE preparation and ongoing professional development,…

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Jesus, the New Shepherd in the Wilderness 1:02:37

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The Wilderness E10 — Throughout ancient Israel’s long history of wandering in the wilderness, failing in the garden land, being exiled to the nations, and then continuing to struggle after their return to the land, one thing has been clear. The people need a faithful shepherd like Moses who can guide them into God’s provision and wisdom. So after J…

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Convicted Child Killer Chad Daybell Goes Dark. Why the Letters Have Stopped! | Profiling Evil 26:58

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When the “Letters from Chad” project launched in September 2025, convicted killer Chad Daybell tried to rebrand himself as a persecuted prophet, writing from his death row cell in Idaho, preaching innocence between the lines. But the words that were supposed to save his image did something else entirely. They exposed him. Let’s walk through the ful…

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645 | Coffee to Go | Proper 26 (RE-POST) 15:21

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Do you have phylacteries and long tassels (fancy cars, designer clothing and accessories, etc.) that you like to show off as a symbol of your status? Though there’s nothing wrong with having those things, how you display them, and for what reason, might matter. The same is true for your life as a disciple. Join hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith as …

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Child Brides & Cult Control, Exposing FLDS Polygamy Practices | Profiling Evil 21:12

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Dive into the disturbing reality of child brides in the FLDS (Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints) under Warren Jeffs' leadership. This video explores the dark underbelly of polygamy, coercion, and generational control within cults like the FLDS in Caliente, Nevada. Learn how leaders manipulated families, exploited young girl…

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644 | Coffee to Go | All Saints Day (RE-POST) 19:28

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Who are the “Saints” in your life? You know, the ones that have been a positive influence in your life. The ones who have modeled grace and generosity and unconditional love. In this special episode of Coffee to Go, hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith talk a bit about the importance of honoring those who have gone before us and remembering the impact…

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911 | Steamers and Sodas | Humberto Tinsman 41:46

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We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again...the world is changing, and so is the way young seekers are thinking about life and faith. It can be hard to keep up with all the change and new perspectives. That’s why it’s important to have people like Humberto Tinsman, Emerging Generations Specialist for Community of Christ, who come to the table wi…

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The Federal Government Shutdown and Mental Health 40:51

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News-Inspired Case Studies is a new series from Glenn Ostlund and the NCE StudyGuide Podcast. Each episode begins with a current news story and unfolds like a counseling case study — exploring how real-world events ripple through the human nervous system, emotions, and behavior. Created for both NCE preparation and ongoing professional development,…

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The Emirates NBA Cup Preview: Everything You Need To Know To Bet On The NBA Cup (Episode 491) 42:23

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Mike Gallagher, Drew Dinkmeyer and Austin Yamada break down The Emirates NBA Cup, detailing the groups and format, the best betting angles, and key information to know ahead of the Cup games starting on Friday.

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910 | What's Brewing | Ministry for Dummies Cross-Post | Jacob Goes to Africa 48:06

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Would you rather ... stay home and read old children’s books, or go to Africa and face the realities of abject poverty? One might say they both have their pros and cons. In this What’s Brewing episode cross-post from Ministry for Dummies, hosts Jacob Ross and Humberto Tinsman talk about what they’ve been doing between episodes. Most of their conver…

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The Nine Biggest Things We Learned From The Opening Week Of The NBA Season (Episode 490) 42:18

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Mike Gallagher, Drew Dinkmeyer and Austin Yamada talk through their biggest takeaways from an enthralling opening weekend of NBA action, including an increase in scoring across the league, a growing elite tier of players, and are the Indiana Pacers cursed?

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3I/Atlas and Mental Health 33:18

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News-Inspired Case Studies is a new series from Glenn Ostlund and the NCE StudyGuide Podcast. Each episode begins with a current news story and unfolds like a counseling case study — exploring how real-world events ripple through the human nervous system, emotions, and behavior. Created for both NCE preparation and ongoing professional development,…

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Jesus Passes the Wilderness Test 1:01:46

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The Wilderness E9 — After Jesus’ baptism, the Holy Spirit leads him into the wilderness to be tested for 40 days. The exodus generation spent 40 years in the wilderness, so we’d be right to expect parallels with their experience. But why does Jesus need to go through this wilderness test? And what does it mean for his followers? In this episode, Jo…

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Listener Essay Case Studies: The Old Ship Zion 53:26

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Resurrected listener essays from the Infants on Thrones podcast being used as case studies for NCE prep. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Glenn Ostlund

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909 | Coffee to Go | Proper 25 | Year C 11:48

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Are you more like the judgmental Pharisee or the humble tax collector? This week on Coffee to Go, hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith dive into Jesus' challenge to those who regard others with contempt. Learn why self-righteousness is different from true righteousness and how to choose mercy. Listen to more episodes in the Coffee to Go series. Downlo…

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The Crumbling Facade of Lori Daybell. What Her $12K Restitution Outburst Reveals | Profiling Evil 23:05

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Lori Vallow Daybell is back in court — and this time, the outburst wasn’t about murder charges, but money. From behind bars at the Pocatello Women’s Correctional Center, Daybell was ordered to pay nearly $12,000 in restitution to Kay Woodcock. What should’ve been a simple hearing quickly turned bizarre when the judge asked if she was under the infl…

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908 | What's Brewing | Camp Element 54:41

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We all talk about trying to be inclusive and welcoming of all, but rarely do we make it our mission and driving force. Well, Laura Schlenker and her staff are doing their very best to live the inclusive dream at their camp for third through eighth graders, Camp Element. From music to food, to activities, to staff roles, creating a space, welcoming …

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Listener Essay Case Studies: The Problem of Good 51:45

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Resurrected listener essays from the Infants on Thrones podcast being used as case studies for NCE prep. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Glenn Ostlund

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The Serial Killer Nurse Who Murdered Hundreds | Profiling Evil 35:01

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He was trusted. He was respected. He was a monster hiding in plain sight. For 16 years, Charles Cullen worked as a nurse in hospitals across America, all while committing one of the worst serial killing sprees in history. He moved from hospital to hospital, leaving a staggering body count in his wake, and every institution that suspected him let hi…

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907 | Fair Trade | Jordan Harmon | Pt. 2 36:27

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The journey continues. In this second half of Robin Linkhart’s interview with Jordan Harmon, Jordan shares more about the dissonance that led him to explore other faiths, and his ultimate confirmation in Community of Christ. Jordan says he's still trying to figure out what it means to be “all in,” but he does know what it means to belong. For him, …

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Predicting The Entire NBA Season: Our Picks To Make The Playoffs, Win The Finals & NBA Player Awards Markets Winners (Episode 489) 1:03:37

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Mike Gallagher, Drew Dinkmeyer and Austin Yamada break down their predcitions for the upcoming NBA season, talking through who they think will make the playoffs, which teams will advance onto the NBA Finals before picking a winner. They also discuss their picks for NBA Player Awards Markets suchs as NBA MVP, Coach of the Year and Sixth Man of the Y…

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Listener Essay Case Studies: The Atheist and the Humanist 48:23

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Resurrected listener essays from the Infants on Thrones podcast being used as case studies for NCE prep. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Glenn Ostlund

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Why Does Jesus Get Baptized in the Wilderness? 51:17

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The Wilderness E8 –– In the Bible, God often turns wilderness wanderings into times of testing, purification, and preparation for returning to the garden land. The tragedy of the Hebrew Bible, however, is that when people do return to the garden, they keep following their own distorted wisdom and desires. This is why the beginning of every gospel a…

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906 | Coffee to Go | Proper 24 11:05

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An unjust judge and the persistent widow walk into the Gospel of Luke, and guess who gets served... well, that depends on your perspective. For hosts Karin Peter and Blake Smith, the unjust judge got served (called out) and the persistent woman got served (blessed). As always, Jesus stands on the side of the oppressed and marginalized. True justice…

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Female Law Student Turned Serial Killer. How She Snapped? 34:50

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She was a law student, a mother, and by all appearances, the picture of composure — but behind the charm, investigators say Ana Paula Veloso Fernandes was orchestrating a trail of death across São Paulo. Let’s jump behind the headlines and into the psychology of female serial killers, exploring why women who kill often use deception, poison, and tr…

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905 | Fair Trade | Jordan Harmon | Pt. 1 45:49

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For anyone who has ever experienced a faith crisis or a faith transition, it’s good to know that you’re not alone. Here at Faith Unfiltered, we continue to hear stories that we find inspirational and encouraging. In this Fair Trade episode, you’ll hear the first part of Jordan Harmon’s faith journey. Listen carefully as he shares the good and the b…

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Our Nine FAVORITE NBA Season Team Win Totals Bets To Make This Year (Episode 488) 1:02:11

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Mike Gallagher, Austin Yamada, and Saum Jafarinia each take turns to provide their three favorite NBA Season Team Win Total bets and explain why they've taken the Over or Under, before diving deeper into some honorable mentions that they also prefer. Saum is looking to build on his perfect predictions last year, where he correctly picked five Over/…

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Listener Essay Case Studies: The Log on the Fire 48:15

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Resurrected listener essays from the Infants on Thrones podcast being used as case studies for NCE prep. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Glenn Ostlund

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Donna Adelson Delivers Dud at Murder Sentencing | Profiling Evil 27:45

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In today’s sentencing hearing, Donna Adelson delivered a dramatic, emotional statement asserting her innocence in the 2014 murder of her former son-in-law, FSU law professor Dan Markel. Let’s break down what she said and contrast it with what the state proved at trial. Then, see how the judge responded to her performance, particularly criticizing t…

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904 | What's Brewing | Waterloo-Cedar Falls Discernment 58:51

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It all started with the pandemic which found many congregations gathered in virtual fellowship and worship, helping maintain community despite losses. And, for the Waterloo-Cedar Falls congregation, it didn’t end there. Instead, the entered into a discernment journey that led them to new and exciting adventures. With an emphasis on teamwork, commun…

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Mike & Drew's Round-By-Round Perfect Drafts To Crush Your Home League Fantasy NBA Drafts (Episode 487) 1:04:55

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Mike Gallagher and Drew Dinkmeyer go through each round of your upcoming NBA Fantasy Drafts, hand-selecting the likely available players through current ADP that they would take in each round to create their perfect draft.

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The Wilderness Remixed in Israel’s Prophets 49:58

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The Wilderness E7 — By the time we get to the Prophets in the Hebrew Bible, the meaning of the wilderness is well established. It’s a desolate, dangerous place where humans can’t survive. And it’s a place where God meets with his people to reform their character and deepen their trust in him. But Israel’s prophets remix the meaning and imagery of t…

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903 | Coffee to Go | Proper 23 | Year C 15:03

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More often than we’d probably like to admit, it’s an “outsider” who gets Jesus and his mission before we ... his disciples and followers ... we do. We’re the ones who are supposed to follow in his footsteps and do what he did, but too often we are more like his original disciples who kept getting tripped up by the “law” and miss the lesson behind i…

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Doomsday Daybell’s, Two Self-Proclaimed Prophets, One Lie 45:41

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Chad Daybell is publishing “uncensored” letters from death row, recasting himself as a misunderstood, faithful father who loved Tammy and was framed by the media. Lori Daybell is doubling down from prison with a different kind of sermon, claiming she’s exactly where “her God” wants her to be, ministering to women behind bars. Neither convicted kill…

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902 | Percolating on Faith | Faith and Doubt | Pt 2 42:01

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You are seen and you are known in all the good ways ... and, you are part of us. These are the “take away” words of Tony and Charmaine Chvala-Smith in this second part of their conversation with host, Blake Smith. If you find yourself – in the past, now, or in the future – in what you consider a time of crisis or doubt with regards to your faith jo…

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Man vs. Machine 2025: Mike Gallagher and Drew Dinkmeyer Debate Their Biggest Fantasy Basketball Disagreements (Episode 486) 1:09:32

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As the start of the Fantasy Basketball draws nearer, Mike "The Man" Gallagher takes on Drew "The Machine" Dinkmeyer in ETR's yearly fiercely contested Man vs. Machine battle to debate the biggest fantasy basketball disagreements in their pre-season rankings.

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Chad Daybell’s Haunted Sales Pitch. Letter #7 from Death Row | Profiling Evil 50:44

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When a man convicted of murdering his wife and his lover’s two children begins writing ghost stories from his prison cell, you’d think the world might respond with silence. But Chad Daybell , the Idaho gravedigger, self-styled prophet, and now, Death Row inmate, has found a new platform. Through a website managed by his daughter, he’s publishing “L…

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Patreon Deep Meditation Module 15 of 28: Clinical Documentation and Case Notes 16:04

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This 28-day meditation series is now available on Patreon. It is designed to prepare you for the National Counselor Examination (NCE) in a way that is both effective and deeply calming. Each session blends counseling content review with gentle, imagery-based meditation, supported by theta-state audio techniques that promote memory retention, focus,…

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(Repost) A12 | Awaken to God's Presence | Non-violence 10:13

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Predicting The 10 Biggest Position Battles that Matter The Most In The NBA (Episode 485) 1:16:16

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Mike Gallagher, Drew Dinkmeyer and Austin Yamada take a look at the most intriguing starting lineups battles that are yet to be decided, offering their predictions on how they think coaches will ultimately decide on their opening day rotations. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:55 - #1) Utah Jazz (PG, SG & SF) 6:43 - #2) Brooklyn Nets (PG & SF - Eg…

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Colby Ryan Speaks about Daybell Letters, Cults & Family Betrayal | Profiling Evil 1:04:00

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Colby Ryan has carried a burden most of us can’t imagine. He lost his siblings, Tylee and JJ, to murder, and watched the justice system hold his mother, Lori Vallow Daybell, and her new husband, Chad Daybell, accountable. His stepfather, Charles Vallow, was also murdered, and the ripple of violence extended into the life of Brandon Boudreaux. In th…

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David Finds Refuge in the Wilderness 1:05:12

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The Wilderness E6 — In the Genesis and Exodus wilderness stories, God is present with his people, testing them and teaching them to listen to his voice. Most of the people fail to trust God there, but finally, in 1 Samuel, we meet a character who can succeed in the desolate place, David. In this episode, Jon and Tim explore David’s wilderness stori…

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901 | Coffee to Go | Proper 22 | Year C 16:33

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If you can’t take it with you, how will you spend it? That goes for time as well as money. Today’s passage from the Gospel of Luke challenges our willingness to be radical in how we use our “wealth.” How often do we consider the needs and welfare of others when determining how to use what we have? The rich man in the parable found in today’s script…

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900 | Percolating on Faith | Faith and Doubt | Pt 1 39:46

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Not everyone experiences faith in the same way. As a matter of fact, some find themselves in a crisis of faith, while others have decided to discard faith altogether... often because of a disconnect between what they were taught and what they have come to know. But what if doubt and questioning were a good thing? Is that even possible? Well, accord…