Calvary Church, Grand Rapids, MI Senior Pastor Dr. Jim Samra (616)956-9377
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Samra Podcasts
For well read baddies who love books, pop culture, and everything in between. Best friends Lana and Sam are figuring out how to fit reading into their busy lives—and they know they’re not alone. That’s why they created a book club on the go: a seasonal podcast with bite-sized episodes where listeners vote on what they read each season. Whether you read all the time, once in a while, or are just picking up your first book in years, this show celebrates all types of readers. Being well-read is ...
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Welcome to the Jamil Samra podcast, where amazing things happen.
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Welcome to Tardigrade Talks! This is a podcast for anyone interested in cultivating greater psychological health, wellness & resilience. In each episode, I’ll share authentic and thought-provoking conversations with inspiring guests along with evidence-based skills, strategies and approaches you can use to cope with the stresses of life and enhance your personal and workplace resilience. Do you want to find out more about Mental Health? Subscribe and follow us on social media to access a bre ...
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My name is Nicole and everyone kept telling me that my unique life experience and incredible stories would make a great podcast. So I made one! Join me as I journey through life’s many obstacles on Girl Versus World where I tackle recovery, sobriety, mental health, relationships and other self help topics to help teach you how to go from feeling overwhelmed and stuck to becoming everything you ever wanted to be and maybe even a little more.
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This show was created from scratch in just 30 minutes, using ideas generated in the room and an old iPad to record on. It was all part of a workshop taught by TOWNSOUNDS and Let's Go Yorkshire. You will hear Imogen, Henry, Robyn, Luke and Benita, with music played live by Sam Hodgson. The workshop was led by Ant McGinley, Sam Hodgson and Mandy Samra.
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TOWNSOUNDS explores the musical histories of Kirklees to uncover untold stories through the voices of local people living musical lives. This podcast is brought to you by Let’s Go Yorkshire, Kirklees Year of Music 2023 and Kirklees Council. It was hosted and produced by Sam Hodgson. The podcast has been supported by Kirklees Council, Kirklees Year of Music 2023, and the National Lottery Heritage Fund. For more information on this podcast, please visit musicinkirklees.co.uk
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We talk economics and markets with leading policymakers and investors.
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Deep dives with real people from across the globe, sharing their life and business stories, raw lessons, and unapologetic insights with Bassem Saber.
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In 2016, Omar Samra called Omar Nour with a life-changing idea: “How about we row across the Atlantic Ocean?” Within a matter of hours, the two were registered to compete in the world’s toughest race: a 3,000-mile unsupported row across the mighty Atlantic Ocean, in a seven-meter rowing boat. However, about nine days into their journey, when their boat capsized in a severe storm and the life raft didn't open, they came face-to-face with death. Inspired by the documentary, Beyond the Raging S ...
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Creation stories from around the world, dramatised for radio. An immersive audio adventure back to the beginning time… Why are we here, how did we get here and who are we anyway? These profound questions have given rise to creation stories, shared across cultures and societies to help us humans make sense of the world and there are many commonalities between these stories. In the Beginning brings ten of these ancestral tales to life. These stories transport us through the cosmos, into dreamt ...
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Raman Dhillon Show brings you Punjabi Trucking 360, The first weekly news, new laws and information program designed specifically for North America's Punjabi Trucking Industry.
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A theology podcast for the church. The pastor theologians podcast consists of conversations and teaching resources at the intersection of theological scholarship and life and ministry in the local church. The vision for this show is to help equip pastors to be theologians for today’s complex world.
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Join acclaimed local guitarist and musician Caleb Khuu for a deep dive into the musical minds of local singers, songwriters, and performers of Kitchener-Waterloo.
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A podcast asking the radical question "How Can We Decacerate America?"
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The Obie and Ax show brings a unique and authentic take to the podcast world. Topics include diversity, inclusion, addiction and mental health. They speak to high level executives, high ranking government officials and celebrities about these topics in a mission to make them less of a taboo. Both Obie (Andrew O’Brien) and Ax (Axel Villamil) bring two very different perspectives to the audience accompanied with larger than life personalities.
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Over the last two decades, Grizedale Arts has become an acclaimed and influential model for a new kind of art institution. Light-footed and unbureaucratic, we pursue a valuable function for art through cultural activity of all kinds. On the brink of a new direction, we are opening up the possibilities for alternative and productive ways of working: How we use art, what it can do and what it offers us in everyday life. Exploring these themes, our guest-edited Farmyard Radio draws from our pas ...
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Wine Soundtrack, one of Italy’s leading podcasts about wine, is the voice of the Italian wine growers and winemakers. Wine Soundtrack was launched in Italy in May 2017 and is now launching in the U.S. In each podcast, wine producers share the story of who they are and their winery through a series of 30 questions. Wine Soundtrack was created to bring to life an idea of sharing and insight; it allows wine lovers to listen to the hopes, dreams, intuitions, prospects, loves and passions of the ...
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Join The Happiness Consultant Rania Badreldin and her guests for an hour of meaningful conversations for a happier world. Happiness for Humanity delves into everything happiness, from individual to collective humanity, because we deserve it, and the world needs it. Tune into a new value-packed episode every other Thursday, covering everything from human rights, physical and mental health and well-being, relationships, spirituality, and inner peace to personal development, success, leadership ...
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Interviews with authors about their experience "at the well." How do they draw words and images up from the depths? What underground streams fuel them? How they know when they are aligned, in flow, attuned to the will of their story, and when they are off course? Do they incorporate meditation or other forms of spiritual practice to keep them connected to their truth? Let's find out! Writers at the Well is a sister to Tess's meditation podcast, Heart Haven Meditations: which offers practices ...
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We look for the second week at the most momentous statement in the Bible: God is love. In this message, we come to understand a little more of what that means. There is no love without cost. As we delve into this reality, we will see what it cost God to love us. The hope is that this Christmas you will truly understand how loved you are by Him.Spea…
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Ep. 339: Jay Pelosky on Tech Bubble (or Not), China vs. US, Clean Energy Plays
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48:38Jay Pelosky is the founder of TPW Advisory. He has over 35 years of buy-side and sell-side financial market experience. Before going independent, Jay was at Morgan Stanley, where he was ranked #1 by Institutional Investor in Global Equity Strategy and Global Asset Allocation Strategy. In this podcast, we discuss: Tripolar World (TPW) - regional int…
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Social Media, Attention, and AI | Dan Brendsel (Preaching and the Pastor Theologian Episode 8)
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49:05Joel Lawrence and Matt Kim speak with CPT Fellow Dan Brendsel about preaching in an age shaped by social media, attention economics, and artificial intelligence, exploring how technology subtly reinforces idolatry and the illusion of control. Brendsel argues that preaching should resist catering to diminished attention spans and instead cultivate p…
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Hey Well Read Baddies! We’re closing out the year with one of our favorites, our 2025 Wrapped bonus episode! A cozy, chaotic, heart-full recap of the year that was lol. We’re reflecting and also looking ahead to 2026 , upcoming guests, and all the exciting things coming for the Well Read Baddies next year. Plus, a reminder: we’re officially on brea…
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This message looks at the most momentous statement in all the Bible. Which is a big claim because the Bible has lots of powerful and important affirmations! As we explore this statement, we’ll learn more about who God is and how we benefit when we receive Jesus.Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim SamraPassage: 1 John 4:7-21This was recorded live…
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Ep. 338: Ken Tropin on Talent Recruitment, Fed Risks, and Biggest Underpriced Trade
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28:57Ken Tropin is a legend in the macro space. He is the Chairman and the founder of Graham Capital Management (GCM) - $20bn fund. Ken founded GCM in 1994 and has grown the firm into an industry leading alternative investment manager focusing on global macro discretionary and quantitative hedge fund strategies. Prior to founding GCM, Ken had significan…
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Political Movements, Social Change, and the Preacher | Ed Copeland (Preaching and the Pastor Theologian Episode 7)
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57:30In this episode, Joel Lawrence and Matt Kim talk with pastor, lawyer, and theologian K. Edward Copeland about how the gospel shapes the church’s engagement with today’s social and political tensions. Ed shares his unique journey—from overcoming a childhood speech impediment to decades of ministry and justice work—and offers a compelling vision of t…
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He Sold His Apartment and Built the Middle East’s Largest Trampoline Park Empire.
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1:29:44Doran Davies and his partner Ross Milton founded Bounce Middle East almost a decade ago. Since then, it has grown into the region's leading entertainment venue welcoming over 1 million visitors every year. Their story is proof that hard work, risk-taking, and a people-first approach can pay off and help you create the life you're dreaming of.…
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This message looks at what John means in chapter 4 when he says that children of God have overcome the world. We see that in Jesus’ life, death, resurrection, and ascension, He has overcome. Therefore, when we accept Him we are given His Spirit and through His Spirit we have already overcome the world. As we then partake in communion, we are remind…
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Ep. 337: Sangeet Paul Choudary on What Everyone Is Getting Wrong on AI
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50:50Sangeet Paul Choudary is the best-selling co-author of Platform Revolution and author of the new book Reshuffle. He has advised leadership teams at over 40 Fortune 500 companies—including Nestlé, ExxonMobil, Daimler, ING, and Booking.com—as well as pre-IPO tech firms. Sangeet currently serves as a Senior Fellow at the University of California, Berk…
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Cultural Intelligence and the Preacher | Gerald Hiestand (Preaching and the Pastor Theologian Episode 6)
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59:47In this conversation, hosts Joel Lawrence and Matt Kim speak with Gerald Hiestand—senior pastor of Calvary Memorial Church and co-founder of the Center for Pastor Theologians—about cultural intelligence and the work of preaching. Drawing from his ministry in the diverse and politically complex context of Oak Park, Illinois, Gerald describes the cha…
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Abundance | Spiritual Discernment (LIVE SERVICE FULL)
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1:02:25This Sunday is the beginning of Advent, a season of preparation in the church calendar before we celebrate the birth of Jesus at Christmas. Each week of this season follows a theme, and for this Sunday it is hope. Biblical hope is anchored in a God who does not change, who keeps His promises, and who is coming again to rule and redeem. On this cold…
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This Sunday is the beginning of Advent, a season of preparation in the church calendar before we celebrate the birth of Jesus at Christmas. Each week of this season follows a theme, and for this Sunday it is hope. Biblical hope is anchored in a God who does not change, who keeps His promises, and who is coming again to rule and redeem. On this cold…
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Ep. 336: David Dredge on Sharpe Ratio Fallacy, Capturing Upside and Managing Uncertainty
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45:44David Dredge is the Chief Investment Officer of Convex Strategies, which is an agnostic value investor in volatility. David has over 30 years' experience managing risk across global markets. Prior to launching Convex Strategies, David served as a Managing Director and Portfolio Manager at Artradis Fund Management in Singapore, where he was responsi…
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Abundance | Dealing with Negative Self Talk
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33:41In this message we see that God gave us His Spirit to help us discern His voice from the others that enter our heart. Whether you struggle with an inner critic, a guilt complex, impostor syndrome, or crippling insecurity, know that this is not from God. God has given us His Spirit so that we might learn not to listen to the voice from our hearts th…
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Ep. 335: Marc Rubinstein on AI Bubble, Private Credit, Jane Street Rise
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42:49Marc Rubinstein is author of Net Interest – a leading weekly newsletter on the world of finance. Before this, Marc spent ten years at leading hedge fund Lansdowne Partners, where he was a partner and portfolio manager. This was after he spent time on the sell-side working for Barclays Investment Bank (BZW), Schroders and then Credit Suisse, where h…
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Who Is Preaching For? | Ahmi Lee (Preaching and the Pastor Theologian Episode 5)
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46:19Joel Lawrence and Matt Kim talk with Ahmi Lee about her vision for preaching as participation in God’s “grand drama.” Drawing from her global upbringing, pastoral experience, and theological training, Lee explains how preaching should bridge text-centered and reader-centered approaches by rooting sermons in the sweeping biblical narrative while rem…
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There have been times in all of our lives when we have wondered about our purpose. But for those who have Jesus, you are a child of God and that gives you purpose. Your purpose is to love others! We’ll explore the implications of this purpose more in this message.Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom OlssonPassage: 1 John 3:11-18This was recorded li…
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Empowering Drivers: Rupinder Kaur's journey in Drug Testing & Safety
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31:53Please text us at 559-701-8000 In this episode, we sit down with Rupinder Kaur from Prime Drug Testing to break down the most important aspects of DOT-regulated and non-DOT drug testing for the trucking industry. Rupinder shares her insights on why proper testing is critical for safety, compliance, and protecting carriers from costly violations. We…
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The Sermon, Discipleship, and the Life of the Church | Jonathan Bailes (Preaching and the Pastor Theologian Episode 4)
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54:19Joel Lawrence and Matt Kim speak with Anglican priest and theologian Jonathan Bailes about the deep connection between preaching, discipleship, and the daily life of the church. Bailes reflects on the formative role of preaching within a liturgical tradition, emphasizing that the sermon is not commentary on current events but an encounter with the …
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Ep. 334: Mark Farrington on Dollar Dominance, China's Gold Play and Crisis Catalysts
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55:45Mark Farrington is a Global Macro and Geopolitical Strategist and author of the 'Watchtower Reports,' which cover topics ranging from geopolitical risk to Bank of Japan monetary policy to US dollar dynamics. He previously served as Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of the Macro Currency Group at Principal Global Investors, where he worked for…
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Season 6 finale, Baddies! We wrap up Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez with reflections on legacy, growth, and the power of knowing where you come from. From conversations about Black womanhood and community to navigating change, purpose, and the end-of-year reset—we’re closing this chapter with gratitude! Plus, we share what’s ahead for 2026, how…
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Calvary Church, Grand Rapids, MISenior Pastor Dr. Jim Samra(616)956-9377By Jim Samra
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Preaching for Theological Formation | Paul Hoffman (Preaching and the Pastor Theologian Episode 3)
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54:09Joel Lawrence and Matt Kim speak with Paul Hoffman, senior pastor of Evangelical Friends Church in Newport, Rhode Island, about his ministry journey and upcoming transition to a faculty role at Samford University. The conversation centers on the book Preaching to a Divided Nation, coauthored by Hoffman and Kim, exploring how pastors can preach for …
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Ep. 333: David Samra on Value Investing, AI Returns, and Bad Management Teams
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58:48David Samra is a managing director of Artisan Partners – the $180bn global multi-asset investment platform. He is founding partner of the International Value Group, and portfolio manager of the Artisan International Value Fund, which he has managed since the portfolio's inception in September 2002. David has been nominated for the Morningstar Inter…
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Hey Well Read Baddies! We’re back with chapters 41–44 of Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez — and the emotional stakes are higher than ever. This week, we follow generations fighting for legacy, land, and love, as long-held secrets finally lead to moments of truth and restoration. We’re also chatting about friendship, indie book recs, and all the p…
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Calvary Church, Grand Rapids, MISenior Pastor Dr. Jim Samra(616)956-9377By Jim Samra
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Ep. 332: Miguel Gutierrez on Argentina's Transformation, Latin American Opportunities, and Private Market Arbitrage.
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46:36Miguel Gutiérrez is a Partner and Head of Private Markets, at The Rohatyn Group (TRG) - a global asset manager that specialises in emerging markets and real assets. Prior to joining TRG in October 2004, Miguel served as the Chairman and CEO of the Telefónica Group in Argentina and Chairman of Grupo Concesionario del Oeste S.A. He also served as the…
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Growing up in the central valley of California, we’ve inherited a sense of pride from our Greek parents and have continued to farm vineyards and make wine, incorporating the Mediterranean lifestyle and culture into our everyday lives. We don't make wines that are made to have an instant and powerful impact like tasting room wines; our wines are win…
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Keep Careful Watch on Your Life | Jim Samra (Preaching and the Pastor Theologian Episode 2)
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49:59CPT fellow and senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Jim Samra, joins Joel Lawrence and Matt Kim for episode two of Preaching and the Pastor Theologian. Together, they explore the connection between a pastor’s inner life and the ministry of preaching. Samra reflects on the church as a “pillar” and “conduit” between heaven and earth, emph…
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Hey Well Read Baddies! We’re back with chapters 37–40 of Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez — and the tension is building. In this episode, family loyalties are tested, the past comes knocking, and tough choices put legacy and belief to the ultimate test. We explore how history, rest, and resilience shape the women at the heart of this story — and …
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Abundance | The Second Coming of Jesus, Are You Ready?
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39:37God has written a great story, and we are right in the middle of it. The middle is not an easy place to be. There are antichrists all around us and the spirit of antichrist is at work in this world. And even more, an Antichrist is coming. In this sermon we are encouraged to remember, it’s still God’s story and He is the author. Rescue is coming! Je…
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Ep. 331: Gordon Hanson on US Manufacturing Fetishisation, Job Loss, and the Middle Class
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34:13Gordon Hanson is the Peter Wertheim Professor in Urban Policy at Harvard Kennedy School and Academic Dean for Strategy and Engagement at Harvard Kennedy School. He is best known for his research on the labour market consequences of globalisation, including pioneering work on the China trade shock. Hanson's current research addresses the causes and …
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Peltier Winery & Vineyards - Farin Schatz
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45:57Peltier Winery & Vineyards is a fourth-generation farming family operation where the winery itself was established in 2001 by third-generation farmer Rodney Schatz and his wife Gayla in the heart of California's Lodi Appellation. What began in 1985 with Rodney's purchase of 40 acres of Old Vine Zinfandel has evolved into a 1,000+ acre sustainably c…
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Hey Well Read Baddies! We’re back with chapters 33–36 of Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez — and trust us, the stakes are sky-high. In this episode, four generations land under one roof, “land vs. family” collisions take center stage, and Wade’s rushed trial delivers a gut-punch verdict that threatens the Kingdom itself. We break down the courtroo…
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Speaking God, Listening Church | Kimlyn Bender (Preaching and the Pastor Theologian Episode 1)
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54:22Episode One of “Preaching and the Pastor Theologian” Hosts Joel Lawrence and Matt Kim introduce a ten-part exploration of the theology of preaching, launched through the CPT’s Compelling Preaching Initiative funded by the Lilly Endowment. Their guest, theologian Kimlyn Bender of Truett Seminary, discusses the theme “Preaching God, Listening Church,…
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In this message, we see that the Bible makes it clear there is an end-time Antichrist figure coming. We don’t know when, but it is already decreed and there is no stopping it. The far bigger concern for us today though is that the spirit of antichrist is rampant in our culture and in our world. This message tells the story of the Antichrist and hel…
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Ep. 330: Paul Cavey on US-China Trade War, Japan Politics and Taiwan Imbalances
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55:41Paul Cavey is a China-focused Asia economist with twenty-five years of experience covering the region. He runs East Asia Econ. Previously, he was a macro strategist in the global bond team at Wellington Management, head of China economics at Macquarie Securities and chief China economist at the Economist Intelligence Unit. In this podcast we discus…
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Cambria is a women-owned, women-led producer of 100% certified sustainable, estate-grown Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in the Santa Maria Valley AVA in Santa Barbara County, California. Founder Barbara Banke was an early champion of the region and established Cambria Winery in 1986. Barbara’s two daughters are co-proprietors of the winery and the names…
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