The conversations on The Workmatters Podcast inspire, equip, and empower Christians to embrace work as one of the most fertile fields for spiritual transformation. You will hear powerful stories from practitioners on how they have been formed into the image of Christ in their work, at their work, and through their work.
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Theology Of Work Explained Podcasts
Undying Light is a show hosted by Alex a Lutheran Preacher in Iowa. I cover a broad range of topics from discussions on theology, hermeneutics, and to essentially everything to do with the Bible. From cultural issues, and everyday ranting about the state of Evangelicalism in the United States and everywhere else. We work through scripture one verse at a time, and explain the text in a manner that everyone is able to understand. I am committed to an inerrant, infallible view of the Scriptures ...
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Welcome to the Ministry to Youth Stories Podcast, where youth ministry leaders like you call in to share their stories. Youth ministry is full of unforgettable moments, the kind that make you laugh until your stomach hurts, cry because you deeply care, and shake your head wondering, “Did that really just happen at youth group?” Each week, youth pastors and leaders just like you call in on the show to share their most outrageous, hilarious, and inspiring youth ministry stories. From youth gro ...
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Finding Faith Above with Exmo-Christian Coach, Shelby Hohsfield, Christian podcasts for ex-Mormons, Faith After Church Hurt, ex LDS Faith in Jesus
Shelby Hohsfield | Exmo Christian, Writer, Speaker, and unstoppable ENTHUSIAST of Living God’s Purpose after the Church.
Have you ever felt lost trying to figure out what it really means to follow Jesus? Do you wonder if the Bible can be trusted or what exactly the gospel is? Maybe you’ve carried hurt from past religion or the LDS (Mormon) church and secretly wish there was a “Christianity for beginners” guide that made it all clear. This podcast is your safe space to take baby steps in faith and finally understand what it means to be a Christian. Inside Finding Faith Above, you’ll learn the Christian basics f ...
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129. When God Feels Silent: Learning to Trust Him in the Waiting Room of Life
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13:45Have you ever felt like you’re just sitting in the waiting room of life, wondering what God wants you to do next? You pray, you listen, you wait—but the silence feels heavy. Maybe you’re desperate for clarity, asking, “Lord, just tell me what to do, and I’ll do it!” In this heartfelt episode of Finding Faith Above, Shelby shares a personal conversa…
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This week, we kick off a new mini-series, Christianity Versus. Here, we'll explore the world's religions and philosophies, examining the differences with Christianity. Buckle up, it's going to be a spicy ride! Email us questions or comments: [email protected] https://x.com/undyinglightpod https://www.instagram.com/apzenk/ Become a Pa…
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The Power of Joining God Where He is at Work with Cheryl Bachelder
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29:18Welcome to another episode of The Workmatters Podcast! This week, hosts Darrel Harvey and Brandon Swoboda sit down with Cheryl Bachelder, former CEO of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and a leader with a remarkable track record across several iconic brands, including Chick-fil-A and Domino’s Pizza. Cheryl shares her journey from passionate leadership to …
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What happens when you’re a youth ministry leader for 44 years? You get stories. Some hilarious, some heartbreaking, and all packed with wisdom. In this episode, we sit down with the one and only Mark Oestreicher (AKA Marko), a youth ministry legend who’s seen it all. From an accidentally inappropriate moment on a mission trip to the terrifying expe…
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This week, we talk through Daniel 9 and look into my overall convictions to be more prayerful and bold in my faith. Email us questions or comments: [email protected] https://x.com/undyinglightpod https://www.instagram.com/apzenk/ Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/apzenk https://www.patreon.com/undying…
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128. What Happens After You Leave the LDS Church? Amy’s Story of Peace, Grace, and the Gospel // Interview
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38:04Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, it’s never enough? Like every time you think you’ve “done all the right things,” you still carry the weight of not measuring up? In today’s episode, Amy shares her heartfelt journey of leaving the LDS Church and discovering the freedom, peace, and grace that only Jesus can offer. From the pressure…
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Exploring Work as an Opportunity for Discipleship and Worship with Dr. Libin Abraham
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31:37Hosts Keisha Fowler and Brandon Swoboda sit down with Dr. Libin Abraham, lead pastor of Bent Tree Bible Fellowship in Carrollton, Texas, for an inspiring conversation about how faith comes alive in the workplace. Drawing on his own journey from Kerala, India, to Texas and his deep experience in pastoral ministry, Dr. Abraham shares powerful insight…
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This week, I look at a post I shared on Facebook as the starting point. Are we distracted by politics or other worldly desires? I carry on the thought from last Friday as we dig into our new topics today. Email us questions or comments: [email protected] https://x.com/undyinglightpod https://www.instagram.com/apzenk/ Become a Patreon…
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Get ready to laugh, cringe, and nod along in this can’t-miss episode of the Ministry to Youth Stories podcast! Hosts Nick Diliberto and Mikiala Tennie sit down with Willie Register, a veteran youth minister with a treasure chest of stories. Willie pulls back the curtain on the beautiful madness of youth ministry — sharing unbelievable camp moments …
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The Why and How of Bringing Your Whole Self to Work with Alex Fittin
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30:18Welcome to another episode of The Workmatters Podcast! In this episode, Brandon Swoboda and Darrel Harvey sit down with Alex Fittin, an Enneagram coach and trainer whose passion is helping individuals, teams, and organizations thrive by understanding the core motivations that drive us. Drawing from her trauma-informed practice, Alex shares how the …
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127. Wait, What Is the Gospel? (Because I Never Actually Knew Either)
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15:09So… what is the gospel, really? If you came from a background like mine, that word might make you cringe a little. “The gospel” sounded like rules, perfection, checklists, and a whole lot of pressure to measure up. But friend, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Today, we’re breaking down what the gospel actually means according to the Bible—n…
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We tackle a hot topic that circulates on social media, and hope to find a better middle ground than clinging to a political ideology. Email us questions or comments: [email protected] https://x.com/undyinglightpod https://www.instagram.com/apzenk/ Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/apzenk https://www.p…
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Welcome to another episode of The Workmatters Podcast! In this episode, our hosts Keisha Fowler, Darrel Harvey, and Brandon Swoboda sit down for an honest conversation about one of the most influential forces in our lives: the stories we tell ourselves about work. Starting from ancient narratives in Genesis, they dive into how our work stories shap…
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126. Never be Afraid to Ask Questions and the Most Important Question You Could Ever Ask.
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14:32Have you ever felt nervous to ask a question about your faith—worried it might make you look weak, doubtful, or like you don’t belong? Friend, let me tell you: faith is built on questions. Jesus Himself welcomed them. In fact, the most important question He ever asked was this: “Who do you say I am?” (Matthew 16:15). In this episode, we dive into w…
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Buckle up, buttercup. We are back Email us questions or comments: [email protected] https://x.com/undyinglightpod https://www.instagram.com/apzenk/ Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/apzenk https://www.patreon.com/undyinglight Grab my latest book; The Gift https://a.co/d/1WC4OwU Get your copy of Logos …
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Big things are happening on the Ministry to Youth Stories Podcast! Host Nick Diliberto is joined by our brand-new co-host, Mikiala Tennie — and trust us, you’re going to love her. Mikiala opens up about her powerful journey in youth ministry, the students who’ve changed her life, and the moments that pushed her to go deeper into serving young peopl…
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Love, Trust, Obedience: Sheeba Philip’s Approach to Faith-Driven Leadership
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34:00In this episode of The Workmatters Podcast we talk with Sheeba Philip, a dynamic leader whose passion for purpose-driven work is both inspiring and practical. Joined by hosts Brandon Swoboda and Darrel Harvey, the discussion delves deep into what it means to build organizations and lives centered around authenticity and impact. Sheeba shares her jo…
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125. Jesus Showed Up: Testimonies of Faith and Freedom
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13:40Do you love a good faith story? This special episode of Finding Faith Above brings you a powerful compilation of testimonies from women who have walked through struggle, surrender, and transformation in Jesus. From moments of desperation to encounters filled with peace, freedom, and God’s incredible grace—these stories will remind you that no matte…
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What’s every youth ministry leader’s worst nightmare? Yep, losing a student! In this episode, you’ll hear the wild (and slightly terrifying) true story of a student gone missing at camp. Panic, chaos, and a whole lot of “Cue the frantic search party!" ensued. If you’ve ever lost a student (and lived to tell the tale), take heart. You’re not alone. …
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The Sacredness of Secular Work with Jordan Raynor
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27:48In this episode, host Brandon Swoboda sits down with Jordan Raynor, a bestselling author, speaker, and major voice in the faith and work movement. Jordan has inspired millions of Christians worldwide with books like The Sacredness of Secular Work, Redeeming Your Time, and The Creator in You, challenging believers to see their daily labor as integra…
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124. How to Read the Bible for the First Time: Tips, Tools & a Starting Point (And What to Avoid)
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21:18Are you new to faith and ready to open your Bible, but not sure where to start? In this episode, I’ll walk you through five practical tips to make your Bible reading simple, enjoyable, and life-giving. From choosing the right translation, to understanding how the Bible is organized, to knowing the best book to begin with (hint: it’s not Genesis!), …
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Every youth leader has one: that unforgettable game that went sideways. In this episode of Ministry to Youth Stories, host Nick Diliberto kicks things off with a story of a Sunday morning game that ended in sirens, paramedics, and a trip to the hospital. (Spoiler: everyone was okay—but it’s a story you’ll never forget.) Then, we hear from a guest y…
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The Role of Work in Healing, Hope, and Growth with Becky Shaffer
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27:01Hosts Darrel Harvey and Brandon Swoboda are joined by Becky Shaffer, founder and executive director of Saving Grace NWA, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering young women who, like her, have faced unimaginable hardships. In this heartfelt conversation, Becky shares her deeply personal story of growing up in the foster care system, navigating a diffic…
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123. Annnd We’re Back…. The Hard Truth: You Won’t Always Understand God’s Plan
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22:03💫 After 2 years away, I’m back on Finding Faith Above—sharing my faith journey, learning to listen to God, and helping new believers build faith. In this episode, I’m sharing why I stepped away, what God’s been teaching me in the silence, and how He is leading me to reboot this podcast from a whole new place of surrender. I’ll take you through my s…
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Moving from Ethical Business to Redemptive Business with Henry Ho
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29:42Welcome to another episode of The Workmatters Podcast! Today, hosts Brandon Swoboda and Darrel Harvey are joined by a truly inspiring guest: Henry Ho, the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Storesight, which combines field-scale and artificial intelligence to deliver always-on visibility, real-time insights, and fast retail action for top con…
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Episode 1: Camp Chaos – When Junior High Camp Goes Off the Rails Welcome to the Ministry to Youth Stories podcast! In our very first episode, we relive a camp experience that went from fun to full-on chaos. It’s messy, it’s gross, and it’s unforgettable. If you’ve ever led a youth camp, you know the unexpected is bound to happen—but what happens wh…
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Spiritual Formation and Kingdom Renewal in the Modern Workplace with Dr. Tammy Dunahoo
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27:15Summary Welcome to this week's episode of The Workmatters Podcast! Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by Dr. Tammy Dunahoo, Executive Dean at Portland Seminary of George Fox University, whose decades of leadership experience as a pastor and educator offer deep insight into the intersection of faith and work. Hosts Brandon Swoboda and Darrel Harvey …
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Reflections on Purpose and Identity in the Workplace with Steve Graves
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35:58Summary Welcome to The Workmatters Podcast! In this episode, hosts Brandon Swoboda and Keisha Fowler sit down with Steve Graves, a pioneering leader, business owner, advisor, and author, who’s been shaping the intersection of faith and work for over three decades. Steve shares his journey from early days of wondering how to bring his faith into the…
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Integrating Faith and Vocation with Darrel Harvey & Keisha Fowler
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43:26Summary Welcome to the very first episode of The Workmatters Podcast! In this kickoff conversation, hosts Darrel Harvey, Keisha Fowler, and Brandon Swoboda gather to set the stage for a season filled with authentic discussions about what it really means to integrate faith with work. You’ll hear personal stories and journeys marked by twists, turns,…
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The WorkMatters Podcast invites you to discover the sacred, formative nature of work through thoughtful, faith-centered conversations. Each week, we explore how integrating theology and practical action can transform your daily labor into a meaningful part of your spiritual formation in Christ. Designed for driven and curious Christian professional…
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This week we plow back into Acts, looking at chapter 8, focusing on a few small passages before turning our attention to Simon the Magician and look at a few texts and how they translate that word, 'magic'. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9k…
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This week we look at the speech from Stephen in Acts 7. We spend a moment looking at the history of Israel then turned our attention to the death of Stephen. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this minis…
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This week we look at chapter 6, the seven that are chosen to serve and we are introduced to Stephen. We discuss a few issues with translations, and where this may lead me in the future. Next week we'll examine chapter 7 and the death of Stephen. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/…
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Short episode this week, but we wrap chapter 5 quickly. We will continue on looking at 6 next week. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/apzenk https://www.patreon.com…
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This week we look at Chapter 5, Ananias and Sapphira and their trickery towards God. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/apzenk https://www.patreon.com/undyinglight G…
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Just a short update for this week's episode. We'll be back next Friday with Acts 5 Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/apzenk https://www.patreon.com/undyinglight Gra…
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This week we dig into the middle of chapter 4-looking at this prayer that the Apostles pray. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/apzenk https://www.patreon.com/undyin…
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We dig into the continuing aspects of chapter 2 and 3, by looking at the first part of chapter 4. Peter and John now answer for the healing they performed in chapter 3. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support…
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We tackle chapter 3 of Acts this week, quickly moving through Peter's sermon and the healing of the lame begger. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/apzenk https://ww…
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Bonus episode from a weekend discussion in the UL group...I dig into the perspective of Once Saved Always Saved. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/apzenk https://ww…
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We kick off the New Year by finishing chapter 2, I had hopped to get into 3, but I found more to talk with these last few verses. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/…
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Your year end rant...I go on about social media-and it's faults, along with various types of preaching. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/apzenk https://www.patreon…
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This week we examine the conclusion of the sermon on Pentecost, and what Peter commands the crowds to do. The text is straight forward; Repent and be baptized! Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this min…
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Short rant in the beginning, followed by a look at Acts 2 through verses 36. We will dig into the construct of Baptism next week. Rantathon 2024 will drop New Years Day Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support…
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This week we spend our time looking at Acts 2 v 14-21. Spending a chunk of time looking at the prophecy from Joel, the gift of visions, and dreams. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https:…
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This week we look at the opening verses of chapter 2 of Acts. We spend most of our time looking at the Tower of Babel, and the gift of tongues. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://ww…
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We dig into the first chapter of Acts, examining some text in regards to baptism and the replacement of Judas. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://www.patreon.com/apzenk https://www.…
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This week we change directions and move towards something that will align closer with what I am teaching at the church, that being the book of Acts. This week we look at Jacob's dream, and a few remarks on the preincarnate Christ and His appearance in the Old Testament. Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.…
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This week we look at Jacob's dream, and a few remarks on the preincarnate Christ and His appearance in the Old Testament. Author interview https://youtu.be/GEPsikt62IA?si=k3d7yxRwbDFVfPYA Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a …
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This week we look at Genesis 27, and examine the blessing Isaac gives to Jacob. Author interview https://youtu.be/GEPsikt62IA?si=k3d7yxRwbDFVfPYA Follow my Fantasy work, Chronicles of Ordi on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/alex-zenk/the-chronicles-of-ordi?preview_token=9kyS8frZonM Become a Patreon and support this ministry https://…
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