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Two sisters discussing the latest and greatest in Marvel! Join us as we break down Marvel Cinematic Universe movies, the Disney+ shows, and MCU news, and share our favorite fan theories we've come across along with some of our own. Because Marvel just blew your mind, so let's talk about it.
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Strength to Strength

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Strength to Strength offers resources that will strengthen your obedient love-faith relationship with King Jesus and give you solid footing in a shaky world. VISION: Inspire flourishing communities of faithful Jesus-followers around the world. MISSION: Advance Jesus’ kingdom by assisting the church in earnestly contending for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints, through tackling thought-provoking topics, by stimulating candid discussions, and by sharing faith-building tes ...
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# Carrots and Suffering: A D&D Odyssey **An actual (let's) play unofficial D&D campaign podcast featuring 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons, by a group of friends from Portland Oregon** Campaign 1: The ancient kingdom of Fenrir, blessed with prosperity from the queen of fairy for a millennia, has fallen. The once bountiful forests are teeming now with thorns and monsters. Each prick of the brambles poison turns man into beast, one drop at a time. Our heroes, 18 year old Sylpha Lunari, 16 year ...
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In this third and final episode covering Avengers: Endgame as part of our Marvel Replay series, we're diving deep into the character arcs of our Big Three: Iron Man, Captain America, and Thor. Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmhYdfYIQ_z1vto) to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Check out Matt-…
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Strength to Strength welcomed Sarah Knapp to share her testimony. Sarah’s deepest longing, and life’s ultimate aim, is to honor God and live intentionally for the advancement of His kingdom. Sarah doesn’t offer her story as a model of perfection, but hopes that in sharing some of her journey – both strengths and failures, we can be drawn closer to …
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We're continuing our Marvel Replay focus on Avengers: Endgame this week, and for this episode, we're discussing the back half of the film, including the time heist and final battle. Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmhYdfYIQ_z1vto) to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Check out Matt-Hat Jerky u…
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Continuing with our Marvel Replay series this week, we're covering the second half of the culmination of the Infinity Saga - Avengers: Endgame. For this episode, we're discussing the first half of the film, stopping before the time heist begins. Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmhYdfYIQ_z1vto) to save 30% off your f…
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Salt & Light is a Bible-based financial teaching course to help you demonstrate God’s kingdom locally. It helps you discover how to become better stewards of God’s resources and actively engage with your local community, church, and youth. SALT reaches out globally to people in material poverty in dozens of countries through savings groups, agricul…
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We're continuing our Marvel Replay series this week with part two of Avengers: Infinity War, covering the battles on Titan and Wakanda and the tragic ending. Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmhYdfYIQ_z1vto) to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Check out Matt-Hat Jerky using our link (https://m…
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We're returning to our Marvel Replay series this week, and it's a BIG one. We're discussing the first half of Avengers: Infinity War, including what stuck out to us in this rewatch, which characters frustrated us, and more. Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmhYdfYIQ_z1vto) to save 30% off your first month of any Zenc…
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Strength to Strength welcomed Susan Schlabach to answer the question: How do we become women who make wise choices in the marketplace of life? Eve showed us that as women we are vulnerable to the voices out there. What happened at Eden also shows that even when we lack discernment, we have influence. To know truth is to be attentive to God. This se…
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With audio taken from a video episode, we're discussing the latest MCU animated project to release: Eyes of Wakanda. We discuss our reactions to the show, its setup, and the very interesting final episode. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE YOU'VE WATCHED EYES OF WAKANDA* Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2…
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There were a few topics relating to Fantastic Four: First Steps that we wanted to discuss more deeply than we could in our initial reactions, so we're tackling them in this breakout episode. We discuss Galactus' fate and how it may tie into the multiverse storyline, the character appearance in the end-credit scene, and more. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEAS…
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July 26, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed a group of four panelists to answer your hardest questions on church history. This Q&A is not limited to specific topics discussed in our Sacred Roots series, but is limited to questions of church history in the first 1500 years. During this Talk, David Anderson was asked for recommended reading for non-s…
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The Fantastic Four: First Steps premiered this weekend, so with this audio from our special video episode, we're breaking down our initial reactions to the film, including the elements of the film that stuck out to us, how this version of the characters differ from past iterations, and more. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE…
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Marvel's First Family hits the big screen this week, when The Fantastic Four: First Steps heads to theaters, so we're doing our official predictions, including how the film might lead into Doomsday, mid- and end-credit predictions, and more. Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmhYdfYIQ_z1vto) to save 30% off your first…
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July 12, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss the events and background that led up to the Reformation. The Reformation was an earthquake preceded by a thousand tremors. In this Talk, we will now look at numerous factors which were significant in setting the stage for the Protestant Reformation (1517–1648). First we will lo…
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The Fantastic Four: First Steps will be premiering in just over a week, so before we dive into our official predictions, we're dedicating an entire episode to the film's villain: Galactus. Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmhYdfYIQ_z1vto) to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Check out Matt-Hat …
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Strength to Strength welcomed Carol Nisly to share about cultivating meaningful personal Bible Study. "He to whom the Eternal Word speaketh is delivered from a multitude of opinions." —Thomas à Kempis I find there is no shortage of opinions on most any topic under the sun, and many of them leave me anxious. With Simon Peter, I say, “Lord, You have …
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The final three episodes of Marvel Studios' Ironheart released this week, so we're breaking down our immediate reactions, thoughts on the big character reveal at the end, and Riri's future related to Doomsday/Secret Wars with audio pulled from our special video episode. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE YOU'VE WATCHED IRONHE…
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June 28, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Philip Hess to discuss the canonization of the New Testament. Christians believe that the New Testament is not only a trustworthy record of historical events in the first first century but the inspired revelation of God’s Son and his new covenant with mankind. But how did we get the New Testament? How do …
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The first three episodes of Marvel's Ironheart released this week, so we're discussing our immediate reactions with audio pulled from our special video episode. In the episode, we discuss: what we liked and didn't like, The Hood's endgame and who he's talking to at the end of Episode Three, and the show's exploration of Riri's character. *SPOILER W…
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Marvel Studios' next TV series has a 3-episode premiere this week with Ironheart, so we're giving our predictions ahead of the show's release. We discuss what the recent trailers have revealed about the direction of the show, the relationship between protagonist and antagonist, and how the show could set Riri up for future appearances. Use our spec…
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Before we dive into our official predictions for Ironheart, we're taking a deep dive into the show's villain, The Hood, played by Anthony Ramos. Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmhYdfYIQ_z1vto) to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Check out Matt-Hat Jerky using our link (https://matthatjerky.c…
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Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson for a discussion of what monasticism contributes to a holistic and healthy life. In its best form, monasticism was a form of resistance: not just against compromise in the church, but against hurry, distraction, and disordered desire in the soul. This episode explores the history of monasticism and what …
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Marvel Studios has been making a lot of waves recently, with a series of announcements that affect the studio in the short and long term. With that in mind, we're taking this episode to break down three major updates: the delay of Doomsday and Secret Wars, no Hall H presentation for the studio at SDCC, and the new approach to the Disney+ shows. Use…
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Strength to Strength welcomed four homeschooling mothers to share about their experience in their children’s formal education. Can we effectively disciple our children through homeschooling? Join four experienced homeschooling moms for an interactive discussion on topics like academics, sustainability, structure and resources. There will be a time …
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Screenwriter Amy Piero joins us for this special episode of Sisters Assembled to talk about her screenplay "The Winter Soldier: Silent Night", her journey to get it produced by Marvel Studios, and her Marvel fandom. Follow Amy:YouTube: @amypiero3010IG: @amypiero TT: @amypiero3010--IG: @sistersassembledTikTok: @sistersassembledpodBlog Link: https://…
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May 24, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the nature of the church. What kind of community did Jesus intend the church to be? Is it a place for the pure or the penitent – a gathering of the saints or a hospital for sinners? These questions are just as much alive for us today as they were in the time of the apostles. Join …
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Thunderbolts*/The New Avengers introduced a very powerful new character into the MCU in Sentry/The Void, and we didn't get to spend nearly enough time talking about him in our immediate reactions. So, we're dedicating this entire episode to Bob/Sentry/Void, including their relationships to one another and what may be in store for them moving forwar…
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Strength to Strength welcomed Luke Tiroly to share his testimony of life-changing shift of allegiances. In this presentation, Luke shares his testimony on how he went from desiring to kill for the government to wanting to serve Jesus and advance God’s kingdom. An interactive question-and-answer period follows. Resources: Document: CO letters by Luk…
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Strength to Strength welcomed Bryant Martin to discuss the unlikely way to change the world. We all want to be part of changing the world but let’s be real, many things—the world, the flesh and the devil, a.k.a., tech, tiredness and toys—can threaten this dream and make it seem distant and dull. How do we cut through the noise and stay true to our …
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Strength to Strength welcomed Tara Foster to share her experiences sharing the Gospel on a college campus. In this Talk, Tara explores various aspects of what it means to be a woman in ministry as an older single. We will talk about relational boundaries, respect for authority, and our own soul’s needs. Tara’s perspective will focus on how this loo…
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The end credit scene of Thunderbolts* gave us a lot to think about, so we're taking this episode to talk about how we feel about the conflict it set up and who we think was really in that ship. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE YOU'VE WATCHED THUNDERBOLTS** Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmh…
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Salt & Light is a Bible-based financial teaching course to help you demonstrate God’s kingdom locally. It helps you discover how to become better stewards of God’s resources and actively engage with your local community, church, and youth. SALT reaches out globally to people in material poverty in dozens of countries through savings groups, agricul…
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Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss the church during the medieval period. Medieval Europe is often seen as the Dark Ages. It was a time of great changes and turmoil. G. K. Chesterton, referring to that period, wrote in Orthodoxy, "The Church was the only thing that ever brought us out of [the Dark Ages]." Join us as we discuss…
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Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts* premiered this weekend, so we're sharing our reactions to the film. We discuss what we liked and didn't like and dive into the film's mental health themes. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE YOU'VE WATCHED THUNDERBOLTS** Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmhYdfYIQ_z…
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Thunderbolts* hits theaters this week, so we're talking all things predictions in this special episode with audio pulled from our conversation with special guest Megan from Vigilante Vibes Podcast. Check it out before you head to theaters this week! Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmhYdfYIQ_z1vto) to save 30% off yo…
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We've made it to the Season One finale of Daredevil: Born Again, and it left us with a lot to think about for Season Two. In our episode we discuss our opinions on the finale, Frank and his future, and our thoughts on Season Two and the ramifications for the wider universe. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE YOU'VE WATCHED EP…
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Strength to Strength welcomed Ryan Grove to discuss the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The current conflict in Israel and Gaza gets large amounts of attention by many people who have very different viewpoints. We recognize and mourn the ongoing and recent human suffering by the inhabitants of these lands that are full of history and religious significan…
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The second to last episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season One premiered this week, and it took an interesting turn, with an even more interesting ending. Join us as we discuss our thoughts on the episode, the vigilante task force, and what happened in those last few minutes. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE YOU'VE WATCHED …
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April 5, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Jennifer Miller to discuss how singleness can be a blessing. Sometimes we get the message that a woman most truly fulfills her purpose as a woman when she is in the role of wife and mother. A more robust understanding of God’s purpose for marriage, however, reveals that both singleness and marriage are in…
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We're in the final third of Daredevil: Born Again Season One, and there were some strong feelings about this episode. Join us as we discuss how we felt about the episode, the Muse storyline, and how we're interpreting the Mayor Fisk dinner scene. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE YOU'VE WATCHED EPISODE 7 OF DAREDEVIL: BORN A…
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It was a special week this week with two episodes of Daredevil: Born Again releasing. So, we're covering both episodes as part of our reactions, including our thoughts on the big name drop, a major villain's big episode, and more parallels between Matt and Fisk. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE YOU'VE WATCHED EPISODES 5 & 6…
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March 22, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the church’s development in understanding who Jesus is. Is the Trinity just an abstract doctrine? Why did early Christians fight so hard to define who Jesus is? In this two-part episode, David Anderson breaks down the Trinity and Christology in simple terms showing how they are …
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March 22, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the church’s development in understanding who Jesus is. Is the Trinity just an abstract doctrine? Why did early Christians fight so hard to define who Jesus is? In this two-part episode, David Anderson breaks down the Trinity and Christology in simple terms showing how they are …
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Episode Four of Daredevil: Born Again moved forward most of the major plot lines of the series, so we're breaking each one down in our reactions. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE YOU'VE WATCHED EPISODE 4 OF DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN* Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT2ePK1-rEc5JzRmhYdfYIQ_z1vto) to save 30% o…
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Daredevil: Born Again Episode Three continued the discussion around vigilantes in NYC through the trial of Hector Ayala and what happened afterward. We're discussing these two big moments at length in our reactions this week. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE YOU'VE WATCHED EPISODE 3 OF DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN* Use our special…
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Strength to Strength welcomed Anan Twijjukye to share an underappreciated historical reality: western Christianity has deep roots in Africa. Christianity is often labeled a “Western export” to Africa. However, long before European missionaries arrived, African communities had embraced Christianity for centuries, forging movements and shaping a fait…
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Daredevil: Born Again premiered this week with two very interesting episodes that gave us lots to talk about. In our episode we discuss, those crazy first ten minutes, our central duo Matt and Kingpin, our overall feelings about the episodes, and more. *SPOILER WARNING: PLEASE ONLY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ONCE YOU'VE WATCHED EPISODES 1 & 2 OF DAREDE…
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Strength to Strength welcomed Manya Hozen to share her testimony. Join in on the story of God’s faithfulness in my life even yet while I fell, failed, feared, fought, and fled in ignorance. He ultimately brought me to the place of fidelity and faithfulness. An interactive question-and-answer period follows.…
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February 22, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss how the apostolic church’s original stance towards their earthly nation shifted over time. The first 300 years of the Church’s existence were marked by distrust and persecution of the Church by the Roman Empire. The next twelve centuries reveal an ever-closer entanglement of…
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Daredevil: Born Again arrives this week, so we're discussing our predictions for the show, including the Mayor Kingpin storyline, the timeline and how this new season relates to the Netflix ones, and some of the other characters appearing in the show outside of our main trio and adversarial duo. Use our special link (https://zen.ai/gpxpazR2FmrgFRjT…
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