Best Chris Grainger Podcasts (2025)

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579. Beyond The Line With Justin Smith 1:02:33

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What if the battle with pornography isn't about willpower, but about healing deep wounds? Justin Smith discovered this truth the hard way when his wife gave him an ultimatum: "Get your crap together or get out of the house." That moment became the catalyst for a healing journey that would eventually help countless other men. We’re going live every …

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578. 2 Corinthians 10:3 - Spiritual Kick Off 24:26

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Every Christian man knows the tension—walking in a broken world while battling spiritual enemies that seek to destroy what God has called good. The war against lust isn't fought with flesh and blood weapons but with spiritual ones that God has already equipped us with. Pornography is a silent destroyer that thrives in darkness. It begins subtly—a g…

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577. Mastering Singleness - Fun Friday 11:01

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Ever feel like your season of singleness is just marking time until "real life" begins? This powerful episode shatters that myth, revealing how single Christian men can live with profound purpose and impact right now. We’re going live every weekday with our Daily Spiritual Kickoff—free and exclusive inside our community. Join us for a powerful Word…

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576. Single Minded With Bob Wheatley 54:00

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What if your season of singleness isn't a waiting room but an advantage? That's the provocative question at the heart of my conversation with Bob Wheatley, former professional baseball player turned author, who returns to unpack his new book "Single-Minded: Finding Purpose and Strength in Your Season of Singleness." We’re going live every weekday w…

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575. 1 Corinthians 7:26 - Spiritual Kick Off 15:58

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Ever felt like you're stuck in life's waiting room while single? This episode flips that narrative completely on its head. We explore the Apostle Paul's counter-cultural message that being single isn't a burden—it's a strategic advantage. While our relationship-obsessed culture makes singles feel incomplete or "on hold," Scripture presents a radica…

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574. Raising Warriors For Christ - Fun Friday 12:17

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Spiritual leadership begins at home, but many Christian men struggle with the practical "how-to" of guiding their families toward Christ amidst life's demands. Drawing from 2 Timothy 1:5, we examine how faith passes through generations and what that means for today's fathers seeking to leave a godly legacy. We’re going live every weekday with our D…

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Enter the Elixirverse: Season 14 Wrap-Up 33:34

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Today, the Elixir Wizards wrap up Season 14 “Enter the Elixirverse.” Dan, Charles, and Sundi look back at some common themes: Elixir plays well with others, bridges easily to access languages and tools, and remains a powerful technology for data flow, concurrency, and developer experience. We revisit the popular topics of the year, from types and t…

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573. I'm Just A Guy Series - Raising Kids 27:05

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God handpicked you to lead your family. This wasn't by accident or coincidence—it was by divine design. Yet many Christian fathers struggle with feeling inadequate, believing the enemy's lie that someone else could do a better job. The truth? You were chosen specifically for your family, and your presence matters more than your perfection. We’re go…

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572. 2 Timothy 1:5 - Spiritual Kick Off 14:08

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Struggling with the weight of spiritual leadership in your home? You're not alone. This raw, honest episode tackles the uncomfortable truth many Christian fathers face: we've unknowingly outsourced our most important leadership role. We’re going live every weekday with our Daily Spiritual Kickoff—free and exclusive inside our community. Join us for…

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571. The Abundant Life Alternative - Fun Friday 13:52

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The battle for life demands more than passive agreement—it requires Christian men to actively champion abundance for the vulnerable. Roland Warren's powerful personal story of facing abortion pressure in college serves as a stark reminder of how quickly our culture defaults to destruction rather than support. As he shares in his book "The Alternati…

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570. The Christian Alternative To Abortion With Roland Warren 1:01:16

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When Roland Warren and his girlfriend discovered they were pregnant during their college years at Princeton, they faced an immediate suggestion from the campus nurse: "Of course you're going to have an abortion." Their decision to choose life instead—creating a family that would thrive despite dire predictions—laid the foundation for Roland's life'…

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569. James 1:27 - Spiritual Kick Off 17:44

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What does it mean to be truly pro-life? In this soul-stirring episode, we explore the crucial distinction between being merely "pro-life" and embracing a "pro-abundant life" stance that actively engages with those who are vulnerable in our communities. The dangerous idea floating around Christian circles today is that speaking truth or voting occas…

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568. The Covenant Vs. Contract Life - Fun Friday 13:41

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The difference between covenant and contract thinking transforms everything about Christian manhood. While contracts are conditional transactions based on mutual benefit, covenants represent sacred, unconditional commitments that persist regardless of circumstances. Are you approaching your most important commitments with the right mindset? We’re g…

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Elixir DevOps & Interoperability with Dan Ivovich and Charles Suggs 47:12

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In this episode of Elixir Wizards, host Sundi Myint chats with SmartLogic engineers and fellow Wizards Dan Ivovich and Charles Suggs about the practical tooling that surrounds Elixir in a consultancy setting. We dig into how standardized dev environments, sensible scaffolding, and clear observability help teams ship quickly across many client proje…

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567. God Was Right With Mark Gerson 1:03:20

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Could ancient biblical wisdom be more scientifically accurate than our modern dating apps and self-help books? Serial entrepreneur and philanthropist Mark Gerson joins us to reveal the stunning parallels between modern social science research and the Torah's timeless teachings. We’re going live every weekday with our Daily Spiritual Kickoff—free an…

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566. Genesis 2:18 - Spiritual Kick Off 22:52

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What if the secret to a thriving marriage isn't about finding the right person, but embracing the right perspective? At the heart of God's design lies a critical distinction that transforms relationships: marriage as a covenant, not a contract. While our culture promotes conditional arrangements where we stay committed only as long as our needs are…

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565. Defending The Defenseless - Fun Friday 13:40

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The cultural battle for life demands more than passive concern—it requires equipped warriors. This powerful episode featuring Seth Gruber of The 1916 Project cuts through comfortable Christianity to challenge men toward meaningful advocacy for the unborn. Check out the Book of the Week: The 1916 Project by Seth Gruber We’re going live every weekday…

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Vibe Coding the LoopedIn Crochet App with Kimberly Erni & Pei Pei Wang 39:44

1M ago39:44

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Today, co-founders Kimberly Erni and Pei Pei Wang join the Elixir Wizards to discuss their crochet app, LoopedIn. Recognizing a gap in the market for a more user-friendly and interactive crochet pattern experience, they're building an app that makes following patterns easier and more enjoyable for crocheters of all skill levels. They're building fe…

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564. The 1916 Project With Seth Gruber 1:26:42

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The horrifying truth about Planned Parenthood's eugenic origins and the church's failure to stand against modern genocide comes to light in this gripping conversation with Seth Gruber, founder of the White Rose Resistance. Perhaps most challenging is Gruber's critique of modern pastoral leadership. We’re going live every weekday with our Daily Spir…

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563. Jeremiah 1:5 - Spiritual Kick Off 27:06

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The sacred value of human life isn't a political stance—it's at the very core of the gospel message. Drawing from Jeremiah 1:5, "Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you," this powerful episode unpacks the profound truth that God recognizes and values every life from the moment of conception. We confront the uncomfortable reality that our cultur…

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562. Breaking Free From Pornography - Fun Friday 13:47

1M ago13:47

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The silent struggle of pornography addiction affects an estimated 70-80% of Christian men, yet remains shrouded in shame and secrecy. Drawing from 1 John 2:16, we explore how "the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life" manifest in this modern spiritual battlefield. Fighting pornography alone is like challenging a shar…

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Python in Elixir Apps with Victor Björklund 35:02

1M ago35:02

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In this episode, Elixir Wizard Charles Suggs sits down with Victor Björklund to map out the landscape of Python integration in Elixir applications. From HTTP APIs and external services to embedded runtimes like ErlPort, PythonX, and the Venomous library, we evaluate each approach’s impact on performance, coupling, and developer experience. Victor d…

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561. I'm Just A Guy Series - Struggling With Porn 26:18

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Are you caught in the cycle of knowing you shouldn't look but feeling powerless to stop? You're not alone in this struggle, and more importantly, you don't have to remain stuck. In this raw and powerful episode, we tackle pornography head-on, providing practical strategies and spiritual weapons for breaking free. We’re going live every weekday with…

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560. 1 John 2:16 - Spiritual Kick Off 19:39

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Pornography has become a silent epidemic destroying Christian men from the inside out. What begins as "just looking" gradually morphs into a spiritual stronghold that warps our understanding of intimacy, damages our relationships, and creates a chasm between us and God. But there's hope beyond the screen. This raw, honest episode tackles pornograph…

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559. Fear, Obedience, And Small Beginnings - Fun Friday 13:44

2M ago13:44

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Every journey of faith begins with a single step. This week's Fun Friday episode unpacks Zechariah 4:10's powerful reminder that God rejoices in our small beginnings—those seemingly insignificant acts of obedience that build the foundation for spiritual growth and transformation. Check out this weeks Book of the Week: Never Give Up by Don Beebe We’…

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Explorer: Data Frames in Elixir with Chris Grainger 42:55

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In this episode of Elixir Wizards, Charles Suggs sits down with Chris Grainger, co-founder and CTO of Amplified and creator of the Explorer library. Chris explains how Explorer brings the familiar data-frame workflows of R’s dplyr and Python’s pandas into the Elixir world. We explore (pun intended!) how Explorer integrates with Ecto, Nx, and LiveVi…

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558. Never Give Up With Don Beebe 1:10:26

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What happens when divine purpose meets unwavering determination? Don Beebe's extraordinary journey from small-town dreamer to NFL wide receiver showcases how faith can transform not just a career, but an entire life's trajectory. We’re going live every weekday with our Daily Spiritual Kickoff—free and exclusive inside our community. Join us for a p…

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Episode 94: Mike Hostetler and Jido: The Future of Elixir Agents 57:10

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In this episode Mike Hostetler shares his journey into the Elixir ecosystem and the development of Jido, the Elixir autonomous agent framework. Find Mike: https://mike-hostetler.com/ and https://x.com/mikehostetler Learn more about Jido: https://agentjido.xyz/ We want to connect with you! Twitter: @BeamRadio1 Send us your questions via Twitter @Bea…

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557. Zechariah 4:10 - Spiritual Kick Off 20:45

2M ago20:45

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What if God actually celebrates the small, seemingly insignificant beginnings in our lives? Drawing from Zechariah 4:10, this episode explores how God rejoices to see the work begin, even when the world overlooks our humble first steps. In a culture obsessed with overnight success and viral moments, many Christian men feel their quiet faithfulness …

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556. Humble Service - Fun Friday 15:01

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The battle between seeking recognition and practicing faithful service confronts every Christian man striving to lead well. We recap how humble leadership transforms our impact at home and work. What if your greatest leadership breakthroughs came not from visibility but from invisible service? This episode challenges you with three powerful practic…

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Nix for Elixir Apps with Norbert (NobbZ) Melzer 41:15

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In this episode of Elixir Wizards, Dan Ivovich and Charles Suggs sit down with Norbert “NobbZ” Melzer to discuss how Nix enables reproducible builds, consistent development environments, and reliable deployments for Elixir projects. Norbert shares his journey from Ruby to Elixir, contrasts Nix with NixOS, and walks us through flakes, nix-shell work…

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555. Crafting Words That Lead With Will Anderson 57:18

2M ago57:18

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Words have power—perhaps more than we realize. Speaking with Will Parker Anderson, Senior Editor at Penguin Random House's Christian division, we dive into the transformative potential of putting pen to paper as believers. Will shares how his journey from pastoral ministry to publishing has revealed a profound truth: writing isn't just for "profess…

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554. Philippians 2:7 - Spiritual Kick Off 20:52

2M ago20:52

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What if everything you've learned about leadership is backward? While the world promotes leadership as gaining more influence, followers, and status, Jesus offers a completely different path - emptying yourself. This counterintuitive approach doesn't mean becoming passive or mediocre. Rather, it's about intentionally pouring out your gifts, time, t…

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553. Beyond The Noise - Fun Friday 12:47

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What does it truly mean to find rest in the midst of life's battles? This week's episode unpacks the powerful truth from Exodus 14:14: "The Lord will fight for you. You need only to be still." This counter-cultural message challenges the notion that strength always means taking action, when sometimes our greatest act of faith is standing firm while…

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Episode 93: Chris Nelson and a Riveting Convo on Elixir 1:02:47

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In this episode, Lars, Andrew, and Chris discuss various aspects of Elixir development, including the journey of transitioning to Elixir (you'll never guess), the aesthetics of programming languages, and the importance of community engagement through meetups. Keep up with Chris! Twitter: @superchris https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-nelson-038875/ …

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Set Theoretic Types in Elixir with José Valim 45:40

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Elixir creator José Valim returns to the podcast to unpack the latest developments in Elixir’s set-theoretic type system and how it is slotting into existing code without requiring annotations. We discuss familiar compiler warnings, new warnings based on inferred types, a phased rollout in v1.19/v1.20 that preserves backward compatibility, performa…

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551. Exodus 14:14 - Spiritual Kick Off 22:27

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Caught between impossible circumstances and crushing responsibility, the Israelites faced a moment that would define their journey. Their response? Panic, blame, and even longing for the slavery they'd just escaped. Sound familiar? As leaders, fathers, and husbands, we often find ourselves in similar spiritual territory—overwhelmed by obligations, …

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550. Small Beginnings, Mighty Futures - Fun Friday 13:38

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The secret to lasting transformation isn't found in dramatic gestures or occasional bursts of effort—it lies in the humble power of small, consistent beginnings. This episode unpacks how seemingly minor daily habits create the foundation for God's blessing and multiplication in our lives. Check out this weeks Book of the Week: Dream Job: Redefined …

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SDUI at Scale: GraphQL & Elixir at Cars.com with Zack Kayser 49:18

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Zack Kayser, Staff Software Engineer at cars.com, joins Elixir Wizards Sundi Myint and Charles Suggs to discuss how Cars.com adopted a server-driven UI (SDUI) architecture powered by Elixir and GraphQL to deliver consistent, updatable interfaces across web, iOS, and Android. We explore why SDUI matters for feature velocity, how a mature design syst…

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549. Redefining The Dream Job With Mitch Matthews 59:33

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What happens when life delivers a devastating diagnosis? For Mitch Matthews, creator of the Dream, Think, Do podcast, it became the backdrop for witnessing six undeniable miracles in a single day. Mitch's powerful testimony takes us through the moment his wife received a cancer diagnosis on Christmas Eve to an extraordinary sequence of events that …

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548. Job 8:7 - Spiritual Kick Off 23:37

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Have you ever felt discouraged because your spiritual journey seems to be progressing too slowly? The truth about humble beginnings might be the encouragement you need. God has a remarkable pattern of starting small and growing something magnificent. We’re going live every weekday with our Daily Spiritual Kickoff—free and exclusive inside our commu…

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Episode 92: German Velasco and the Advantages of Elixir 1:13:59

3M ago1:13:59

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In this episode of BeamRadio, hosts Andrew Ek and Alex Koutmos are joined by German Velasco. They chat about the complexities and advantages of using Elixir and Phoenix for software development and explore the onboarding process for developers transitioning from other languages. Get in touch with German: Bluesky: @germsvel.com Twitter: @germsvel ht…

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547. Man Up, Wind Down - Fun Friday 12:13

3M ago12:13

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Struggling to balance strength with rest in your Christian walk? This week's episode tackles the paradox at the heart of godly leadership: the power found in intentional rest, wise time management, and playful connection with your children. Check out this weeks Book of the Week: Don't Waste Your Life by John Piper We’re going live every weekday wit…

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Rustler: Bridging Elixir and Rust with Sonny Scroggin 48:58

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Rustler Core Team Member Sonny Scroggin joins Elixir Wizards Sundi Myint and Charles Suggs. Rustler serves as a bridge to write Native Implemented Functions (NIFs) in Rust that can be called from Elixir code. This combo leverages Rust's performance and memory safety while maintaining Elixir's fault tolerance and concurrency model, creating a powerf…

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546. Triple Crown Of Spiritual Growth 22:31

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The quest for spiritual growth often leads us down paths where we hear about knowledge, understanding, and wisdom—but what exactly separates these three critical elements, and how do they work together in the life of a disciple? We’re going live every weekday with our Daily Spiritual Kickoff—free and exclusive inside our community. Join us for a po…

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545. James 1:5 - Spiritual Kick Off 16:37

3M ago16:37

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What's keeping you from accessing the wisdom God freely offers? Wisdom represents far more than accumulated facts and Pride stands as our greatest obstacle. In our newest exploration of James 1:5, we tackle why knowledge alone falls short of the wisdom believers truly need for meaningful spiritual growth. We’re going live every weekday with our Dai…

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544. Discipleship Beyond Sermons - Fun Friday 16:12

3M ago16:12

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Sleep is a weapon in your leadership arsenal. Your name is your personal brand. A handwritten note speaks volumes in our digital age. These three simple yet powerful concepts form the backbone of this week's practical guidance for Christian men seeking to lead with purpose and integrity. Check out this weeks Book of the Week: Run the Race by Trey B…

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Nx and Machine Learning in Elixir with Sean Moriarity 44:21

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Today on Elixir Wizards, hosts Sundi Myint and Charles Suggs catch up with Sean Moriarity, co-creator of the Nx project and author of Machine Learning in Elixir. Sean reflects on his transition from the military to a civilian job building large language models (LLMs) for software. He explains how the Elixir ML landscape has evolved since the rise o…

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543. Discipleship 101 With Pastor Trey Brunson 1:11:49

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Did you know roughly 20% of men report having no friends at all, while 50% avoid discussing anything meaningful with the few connections they have?We're diving deep into the critical epidemic affecting Christian men today—isolation, shame, and the transformative power of authentic discipleship. Pastor Trey Brunson of Church of Eleven 22 brings elec…

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542. Habbakuk 2:14 - Spiritual Kick Off 20:24

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Imagine a leadership approach that stands in stark contrast to today's self-promoting culture—one where your character matters more than your resume and God's glory takes precedence over personal recognition. That's exactly what we explore in this spiritual kickoff focused on Habakkuk 2:14. We’re going live every weekday with our Daily Spiritual Ki…