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The Insurance Buzz349. From Sales Rep to Agency CEO: Inside Connor Metcalf's First 5 MonthsUse code THEBUZZ to save $800 on the 6-Figure Life Insurance Producer Program. 👉 LEARN MORE What’s in this episode:In this episode, we sit down with rising agency owner Connor Metcalf, who’s just five months into his new role as an agency CEO. Connor opens up about what it’s really like transitioning from high-performing sales rep to business owner—from hiring challenges and financial risk-taking to the systems he’s building to scale smart. If you're early in your agency journey or dre...
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Momentum NowEpisode 1: Fueling Success with Michael Metcalf Jr.In our debut episode, our co-hosts, Bob Brooks and Karen McFarlane, speak with accomplished racing Pit Crew competitor and coach Michael Metcalf Jr. Michael shares his journey within the world of NASCAR and how building a positive personal brand creates new career opportunities and powerful business relationships.
2024-06-0147 min
The Big Scoop with Coop(audio only) 🏈 Legendary NFL Star Eric Metcalf Shares His Journey and Insights | The Big Scoop with CoopSend us a text🎤 In this inspiring episode of The Big Scoop with Coop, host Michael D. Cooper sits down with Eric Metcalf, former NFL wide receiver and return specialist, who played 12 seasons in the league. From being a first-round draft pick in 1989 to making electrifying plays for teams like the Cleveland Browns, Atlanta Falcons, and San Diego Chargers, Eric shares his journey through professional football and beyond. #thebigscoopwithcoop #ericmetcalf #nfllegend #clevelandbrowns #footballinterview #sportspodcast #nflhistory #athletejourney #motivation #podcastinterview 🔥 What You’ll Learn:Eric’s experience as a top NFL draft pickMemorable moments from his ca...
2024-05-0138 min
Outbless WeeklyJude 1 The Warnings of History to the Ungodly1 Jude, a bond-servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James,To those who are the called, beloved in God the Father, and kept for Jesus Christ: 2 May mercy and peace and love be multiplied to you.3 Beloved, while I was making every effort to write you about our common salvation, I felt the necessity to write to you appealing that you contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all handed down to the saints. 4 For certain persons have crept in unnoticed, those who were long...
2023-11-1036 minOutbless WeeklyJohn, Chapter 19 - The Crown of ThornsJohn, Chapter 19 - The Crown of Thorns19 So Pilate then took Jesus and had Him flogged. 2 And the soldiers twisted together a crown of thorns and placed it on His head, and put a purple cloak on Him; 3 and they repeatedly came up to Him and said, “Hail, King of the Jews!” and slapped Him in the face again and again.- Pilate then took Jesus (actually Jesus went with him willingly)- And Him flogged (brutal whipping with leather and bone, very painful)- A...
2023-07-2841 minOutbless WeeklyJohn, Chapter 8 - The Adulterous WomanJohn, Chapter 8 - The Adulterous Woman8 But Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 2 And early in the morning He came again into the temple area, and all the people were coming to Him; and He sat down and began teaching them. 3 Now the scribes and the Pharisees *brought a woman caught in the act of adultery, and after placing her in the center of the courtyard, 4 they *said to Him, “Teacher, this woman has been caught in the very act of committing adultery. 5 Now in...
2023-07-0753 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 85 - Prayer for God’s Mercy upon the NationPsalm, Chapter 85Prayer for God’s Mercy upon the Nation.For the choir director. A Psalm of the sons of Korah.85 O Lord, You showed favor to Your land; You [a]restored the captivity of Jacob.- The title of this message is prayer for God's mercy upon the nation- we should all pray for God's mercy (mercy means not getting what you deserve)- we certainly need to pray for our nation so that it does not get what it de...
2022-10-2830 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 83 - God Implored to Confound His EnemiesPsalm, Chapter 83God Implored to Confound His Enemies.A Song, a Psalm of Asaph.83 O God, do not remain quiet; Do not be silent and, O God, do not be still.- the title of this message is “God implored to confound his enemies”- The first thing to note is sometimes we need to implore God to do somethingo Implore definition, to beg urgently or piteously, as for aid or mercy; beseech; entreat- The next thing we learn...
2022-10-2633 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 82 - Unjust Judgments RebukedPsalm, Chapter 82Unjust Judgments Rebuked.A Psalm of Asaph.82 God takes His position in [a]His assembly; He judges in the midst of the gods.- The title of the message is Unjust Judgements Rebuked- Note that God knows there are “unjust judgements”- Note that God will rebuke themo Rebuke means to reprimand; sharply criticizeo In other words, God will settle the score- A Psalm of Asaph which means “collector or ga...
2022-10-2430 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 81 - God’s Goodness and Israel’s WaywardnessPsalm, Chapter 81God’s Goodness and Israel’s Waywardness.For the choir director; [a]on the Gittith. A Psalm of Asaph.81 Sing for joy to God our strength; Shout joyfully to the God of Jacob.- The title of this message is God's goodness and Israel’s waywardnesso God’s goodness is worth consideringo Israel’s Waywardness is typical of man§ Doing only what you want; refusal to obey; non-compliance
2022-10-2139 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 80 - God Implored to Rescue His People from Their CalamitiesPsalm, Chapter 80God Implored to Rescue His People from Their Calamities.For the choir director; set to [a]El Shoshannim; [b]Eduth. A Psalm of Asaph.80 Oh, give ear, Shepherd of Israel, You who lead Joseph like a flock; You who are enthroned above the cherubim, shine forth!- The title of this message is God implored to rescue his people from their calamitieso sometimes we need to...
2022-10-2044 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 79 - A Lament over the Destruction of Jerusalem, and Prayer for HelpPsalm, Chapter 79A Lament over the Destruction of Jerusalem, and Prayer for Help.A Psalm of Asaph.79 O God, the nations have [a]invaded Your inheritance; They have defiled Your holy temple; They have laid Jerusalem in ruins.- The title of this message is a lament over the destruction of Jerusalem, and prayer for help- there are two components of this titleo the first is a lament over the destruction of Jerusalem§ This is certa...
2022-10-1938 min
A Creative AffairTeaching & Learning Creativity with professor/photographer Michael O’Neill
Joining our affair this week is Michael O'Neill, a photographic artist and professor at Queen's University of Charlotte.
In this chat about Teaching Creativity we discuss:
Why teaching can make us more creative
Conscious competence
What role curiosity plays in teaching creativity
Why DOING is essential to the learning process
How perfectionism keeps us from being creative
Mentioned in this episode:
"The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron
Find out more about Michael O'Neill's work: http://www.santafeartphotographer.com
Please don't hesitate to e...
2022-10-181h 11Outbless WeeklyPsalm 78 - God’s Guidance of His People in Spite of Their UnfaithfulnessPsalm, Chapter 78God’s Guidance of His People in Spite of Their Unfaithfulness.A [a]Maskil of Asaph.78 Listen, my people, to my [b]instruction; Incline your ears to the words of my mouth. 2 I will open my mouth in a parable; I will tell riddles of old, 3 Which we have heard and known, And our fathers have told us.- God’s guidance of His People o Notice God is...
2022-10-1746 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 77 - Comfort in Trouble from Recalling God’s Mighty DeedsPsalm, Chapter 77Comfort in Trouble from Recalling God’s Mighty Deeds.For the choir director; [a]according to Jeduthun. A Psalm of Asaph.77 My voice rises to God, and I will cry aloud; My voice rises to God, and He will hear me.- Comfort in trouble from recalling God’s Might Deedso There is an important lesson in this titleo You can get comfort while in trouble§ Here is how it works
2022-10-1436 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 76 - The Victorious Power of the God of JacobPsalm, Chapter 76The Victorious Power of the God of Jacob.For the choir director; on stringed instruments. A Psalm of Asaph, a Song.76 God is known in Judah; His name is great in Israel.- The title of this message is the victorious power of the God of Jacob- note that it's the victorious power – the power that ends in victory!- Note that belongs to the God of Jacob (Jehovah alone has this power)- For the...
2022-10-1333 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 75 - God Abases the Proud, but Exalts the RighteousPsalm, Chapter 75God Abases the Proud, but Exalts the Righteous.For the choir director; set to [a]Al-tashheth. A Psalm of Asaph, a Song.75 We give thanks to You, O God, we give thanks, For Your name is near; Men declare Your wondrous works.- The title of this message is God abases the proud, but exalts the righteous- these are polar opposites so that we can see the differenceo God...
2022-10-1231 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 74 - An Appeal against the Devastation of the Land by the EnemyPsalm, Chapter 74 An Appeal against the Devastation of the Land by the Enemy.A [a]Maskil of Asaph.74 O God, why have You rejected us forever? Why does Your anger smoke against the sheep of Your [b]pasture?- The title of this message is an appeal against the devastation of the land by the enemyo an appeal is when you go to the court and you ask them to change the ruling of a lower court.o Israel was being destroyed by enemies an...
2022-10-1031 minOutbless WeeklySunday Sermon - What God says about prayerWhat does God say about Prayer? Let us look at the foundational scriptures for prayer:Philippians 4:4-74 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice! 5 Let your gentle spirit be known to all men. The Lord is near. 6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.- This verse is foundational becaus...
2022-10-091h 04Outbless WeeklyPsalm 73 - The End of the Wicked Contrasted with That of the RighteousPsalm, Chapter 73The End of the Wicked Contrasted with That of the Righteous.A Psalm of Asaph.73 Surely God is good to Israel, To those who are pure in heart!- The title of this message is the end of the wicked contrasted with that of the righteous- This means we are going to compare and contrast the end result- A Psalm of Asapho Asaph means “gatherer, collector”o And the end we will all be gathered together and God will se...
2022-10-0736 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 72 - The Reign of the Righteous KingPsalm, Chapter 72The Reign of the Righteous King.A Psalm of Solomon.72 Give the king Your judgments, O God, And Your righteousness to the king’s son.- The reign of the righteous kingo the only righteous king is Jesus Christo and he will reign forever and ever- A Psalm of Solomono Solomon means “recompense; to be or make whole or complete; completeness; peace”o When Jesus Christ reigns He wil...
2022-10-0648 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 71 - Prayer of an Old Man for DeliverancePsalm, Chapter 71Prayer of an Old Man for Deliverance.71 In You, O Lord, I have taken refuge; Let me never be ashamed.- The title of this message is prayer of an old man for deliveranceo first of all notice guides grace in that the man lived to be oldo Second notice that your need to pray and ask God for deliverance doesn't go away even when you're oldero Finally note that the older you get and the more pra...
2022-10-0552 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 70 - Prayer for Help against PersecutorsPsalm, Chapter 70Prayer for Help against Persecutors.For the choir director. A Psalm of David; for a memorial.70 O God, hasten to deliver me; O Lord, hasten to my help!- Prayer for Help against persecutorso This title shows that even David had to pray for helpo Do you need to pray for help today against persecutors (other people trying to cause you harm?)- This was written for the choir director...
2022-10-0327 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 69 - To the tune of “Lilies.” Of David - Sunday SermonPsalm, Chapter 69For the director of music. To the tune of “Lilies.” Of David.1 Save me, O God, for the waters have come up to my neck. 2 I sink in the miry depths, where there is no foothold.- This chapter was for the music director meaning it was to be a songo One that would learned, practiced, sang, memorized & repeatedo This is because God’s wants us to remember what we learno Songs make it wasy...
2022-10-0244 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 68 - The God of Sinai and of the SanctuaryPsalm, Chapter 68The God of Sinai and of the Sanctuary.For the choir director. A Psalm of David. A Song.68 [a]Let God arise, [b]let His enemies be scattered, And [c]let those who hate Him flee before Him.- The God of Sinai and of the Sanctuaryo The title of this message is interesting because§ The God Sinai likely refers to Mt. Sinai where God gave Moses the ten commandments (man is now accountable to God laws...
2022-09-3047 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 67 - The Nations Exhorted to Praise GodPsalm, Chapter 67The Nations Exhorted to Praise God.For the choir director; with stringed instruments. A Psalm. A Song.67 God be gracious to us and bless us, And cause His face to shine [a]upon us— [b]Selah.- The title of this message is “The nations exhorted to Praise God”o First note that this message is to “The Nations”§ This means all the people of the eartho The nations are being exhorted§ Exhorted means to...
2022-09-2928 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 66 - Praise for God’s Mighty Deeds and for His Answer to PrayerPsalm, Chapter 66Praise for God’s Mighty Deeds and for His Answer to Prayer.For the music director. A Song. A Psalm.66 Shout joyfully to God, all the earth; 2 Sing the glory of His name; Make His praise glorious.- Praise for God’s Mighty Deeds and for His Answer to Prayero There are two things listed hereo Praise for God’s Mighty Deeds§ When is the last time you praised God for His Mighty...
2022-09-2852 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 65 - God’s Abundant Favor to Earth and ManPsalm, Chapter 65God’s Abundant Favor to Earth and Man.For the choir director. A Psalm of David. A Song.65 There will be silence [a]before You, and praise in Zion, O God, And to You the vow will be performed.- The title of this message is God Abundant Favor to Earth and Mano First we should note that God’s Abundant Favor§ It belongs to God alone§ He decides to give to Abundantly (more than enoug...
2022-09-2634 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 64 - Prayer for Deliverance from Secret EnemiesPsalm, Chapter 64Prayer for Deliverance from Secret Enemies.For the choir director. A Psalm of David.64 Hear my voice, O God, in my [a]complaint; Preserve my life from dread of the enemy.- The title of this message is prayer for deliverance from secret enemies- it's important to note but David's first reaction is to pray- and then note that he's praying specifically for deliverance o this means to be taken from one location and deliv...
2022-09-2332 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 63 - The Thirsting Soul Satisfied in GodPsalm, Chapter 63The Thirsting Soul Satisfied in God.A Psalm of David, [a]when he was in the wilderness of Judah.63 God, You are my God; I shall be watching for You; My soul thirsts for You, my flesh yearns for You, In a dry and exhausted land where there is no water.- The title of this message is The Thirsting Soul Satisfied in God- Is your Soul thirsting?- It will only be sati...
2022-09-2238 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 62 - God Alone a Refuge from Treachery and OppressionPsalm, Chapter 62God Alone a Refuge from Treachery and Oppression.For the choir director; [a]according to Jeduthun. A Psalm of David.62 My soul waits in silence for God only; From Him is my salvation.- The title of this message is God Alone a Refuge from Treachery and Oppressiono First we note the God Alone is the answero Second we note that God is a Refuge, a place of safety to run too
2022-09-2140 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 61 - Confidence in God’s ProtectionPsalm, Chapter 61Confidence in God’s Protection.For the choir director; on a stringed instrument. A Psalm of David.61 Hear my cry, O God; Give heed to my prayer.- The title of this message is Confidence in God’s Protection- You can put your confidence in your own ability, bank account or friends & family but they will all fail you eventually – only trust in God works 100% of the time- If you want real protection...
2022-09-1929 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 60 - Lament over Defeat in Battle, and Prayer for HelpPsalm, Chapter 60Lament over Defeat in Battle, and Prayer for Help.For the choir director; according to [a]Shushan Eduth. A [b]Mikhtam of David, to teach; [c]when he struggled with Aram-naharaim and with Aram-zobah, and Joab returned, and smote twelve thousand of Edom in the Valley of Salt.60 O God, You have rejected us. You have [d]broken us; You have been angry; O, restore us.- The title...
2022-09-1642 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 59 - Prayer for Deliverance from EnemiesPsalm, Chapter 59Prayer for Deliverance from Enemies.For the choir director; set to [a]Al-tashheth. A [b]Mikhtam of David, [c]when Saul sent men and they watched the house in order to kill him.59 Deliver me from my enemies, O my God;[d]Set me securely on high away from those who rise up against me.- The title of this messa...
2022-09-1544 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 58 - Prayer for the Punishment of the WickedPsalm, Chapter 58Prayer for the Punishment of the Wicked.For the choir director; set to [a]Al-tashheth. A [b]Mikhtam of David.58 Do you indeed [c]speak righteousness, O [d]gods? Do you judge [e]uprightly, O sons of men?- The title of this message is prayer for the punishment of the wicked- it may seem odd that Dave would pray for the punishment of the wicked but...
2022-09-1429 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 57 - Prayer for Rescue from PersecutorsPsalm, Chapter 57Prayer for Rescue from Persecutors.For the choir director; set to [a]Al-tashheth. A [b]Mikhtam of David, [c]when he fled from Saul in the cave.57 Be gracious to me, O God, be gracious to me, For my soul takes refuge in You; And in the shadow of Your wings I will take refuge Until destruction passes by.- The title of this...
2022-09-1239 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 56 - Supplication for Deliverance and Grateful Trust in GodPsalm, Chapter 56Supplication for Deliverance and Grateful Trust in God.For the choir director; according to [a]Jonath elem rehokim. A [b]Mikhtam of David, [c]when the Philistines seized him in Gath.56 Be gracious to me, O God, for man has [d]trampled upon me; [e]Fighting all day long he oppresses me.- The title of this message is supplication for deliverance and grateful trust in God- ...
2022-09-0936 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 55 - Prayer for the Destruction of the TreacherousPsalm, Chapter 55Prayer for the Destruction of the Treacherous.For the choir director; on stringed instruments. A [a]Maskil of David.55 Give ear to my prayer, O God; And do not hide Yourself from my supplication.- The title of this message is prayer for the destruction of the treacherous- it's interesting that this is a prayer for the destruction of certain people- The key to understanding this is the meaning of treacherous
2022-09-0855 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 54 - Prayer for Defense against Enemies54 Save me, O God, by Your name, And vindicate me by Your power.- Prayer for Defense against Enemieso Sometimes we need to prayer for defense against our enemies We never face our enemies alone because in instant you may enter the throne room of God ask Him to defend you! It is like having the most powerful army in all the universe and you can come to the commander in chief and ask Him to defend you!- - A Maskil of Davido A Maskil...
2022-08-3130 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 53 - Foolishness and Wickedness of PeoplePsalm, Chapter 53Foolishness and Wickedness of People.For the music director; according to [a]Mahalath. A [b]Maskil of David.53 The fool has said in his heart, “There is no God.”- The title of this chapter is foolishness and wickedness of people- foolishness and wickedness always go together- people who are wicked are very foolish (because judgment day is coming)- this song was written for the music director...
2022-08-2941 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 52 - Futility of Boastful WickednessPsalm, Chapter 52Futility of Boastful Wickedness.For the choir director. A [a]Maskil of David, [b]when Doeg the Edomite came and told Saul and said to him, “David has come to the house of Ahimelech.”52 Why do you boast in evil, O mighty man? The lovingkindness of God endures all day long.- The title of this message is Futility of Boastful Wickedness- Futility means pointless or useless- Boas...
2022-08-2632 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 51 - A Contrite Sinner’s Prayer for PardonPsalm, Chapter 51A Contrite Sinner’s Prayer for Pardon.For the choir director. A Psalm of David, when [a]Nathan the prophet came to him, after he had gone in to Bathsheba.51 Be gracious to me, O God, according to Your lovingkindness; According to the greatness of Your compassion blot out my transgressions.- The title of this message is a contrite sinners prayer for pardon- the first attribute to note is contriteo feeling...
2022-08-2445 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 50 - God, the Judge of the Righteous and the WickedPsalm, Chapter 50God, the Judge of the Righteous and the Wicked50 The Mighty One, God, the Lord, has spoken And summoned the earth, from [b]the rising of the sun to its setting.- The title of this message is God, the judge of the righteous and the wicked- it's important to note that he is the judge of both the righteous and the wicked- we will give an account of ourselveso those who put their faith in Jesus will be rewarde...
2022-08-2231 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 49 - The Foolishness of Trusting in RichesPsalm, Chapter 49The Foolishness of Trusting in Riches.For the music director. A Psalm of the sons of Korah.49 Hear this, all peoples; Listen, all inhabitants of the world, 2 Both low and high, Rich and poor together.- Yesterday we read chapter 48 together then we caught a fresh vision of the new Jerusalem a 1500 mile cube floating over Jerusalem with the glory of Jesus Christ lighting up the whole earth from inside (it's hard to come back to planet e...
2022-08-1936 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 48 - The Beauty and Glory of ZionPsalm, Chapter 48The Beauty and Glory of Zion.A Song; a Psalm of the sons of Korah.48 Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised, In the city of our God, His holy mountain.- The title of this message is beauty and glory of Ziono beauty means it's something beautiful to look ato glory means that it shines with the light from Godo Zion is a reference to the place where the new Jeru...
2022-08-1843 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 47 - God, the King of the EarthPsalm, Chapter 47God, the King of the Earth.For the music director. A Psalm of the sons of Korah.47 Clap your hands, all you peoples; Shout to God with a voice of joy.- The title of this message is God, the King of the Earth- This is a declaration “GOD” that is who we are talking abouto The King of the Earth (this is His title in this Chapter)o Just in case you are wondering...
2022-08-1733 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 46 - God, the Refuge of His PeoplePsalm, Chapter 46God, the Refuge of His People.For the music director. A Psalm of the sons of Korah, [a]set to Alamoth. A Song.46 God is our refuge and strength, A [b]very ready help in [c]trouble.- The title of this message is God, the refuge of His people- Refuge means “a condition of being safe or sheltered from pursuit, danger or trouble”- It is for the music direct...
2022-08-1536 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 45 - A Song Celebrating the King’s MarriagePsalm, Chapter 45A Song Celebrating the King’s Marriage.For the choir director; according to the [a]Shoshannim. A [b]Maskil of the sons of Korah. A Song of Love.45 My heart [c]overflows with a good theme; I [d]address my [e]verses to the [f]King; My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.- The title of this chapter is a song celebrating the King's marriage- a song it's...
2022-08-1445 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 44 - Former Times of Help and Present TroublesPsalm, Chapter 44Former Times of Help and Present Troubles.For the music director. A [a]Maskil of the sons of Korah.44 God, we have heard with our ears, Our fathers have told us The work that You did in their days, In the days of old.- The title of this message is former times of help and present troubles- if you remember your former times of hell it will give you confidence to deal wit...
2022-08-1235 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 43 - Prayer for HelpPsalm, Chapter 43Prayer for Help.43 Vindicate me, God, and plead my case against an ungodly nation;[a]Save me from the deceitful and unjust person!- The title of this message is prayer for helpo this is great instruction for all of us to heedo when you need help it's time to pray!- Vindicate me, Godo To vindicate someone means to clear someone of blame or suspicion with supporting arguments or proofo David is ask...
2022-08-1132 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 42 - Thirsting for God in Trouble and ExilePsalm, Chapter 42Thirsting for God in Trouble and Exile.For the music director. A [a]Maskil of the sons of Korah.- Before we read chapter 42 we must unpack the title of this message- First we have Thirsting for God in Trouble and Exileo When you thirst for water you feel dry and barren like you are evaporatingo To thirst is a powerful metaphor for this internal desire or need for Godo We note th...
2022-08-1041 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 41 - The Psalmist in Sickness Complains of Enemies and False Friends.Psalm, Chapter 41The Psalmist in Sickness Complains of Enemies and False Friends.For the choir director. A Psalm of David.41 How blessed is he who considers the [a]helpless; The Lord will deliver him in a day of [b]trouble.- The title of this message is the psalmist in sickness complains of enemies and false friends- first we notice that the psalmist is sick (he is not feeling well and most of us are likely to complain about other peop...
2022-08-0840 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 40 - God Sustains His ServantPsalm, Chapter 40God Sustains His Servant.For the music director. A Psalm of David.40 I waited [a]patiently for the Lord; And He reached down to me and heard my cry.- The title of this message is God sustains his servanto God sustains means that He provides everything that you needo this is a great promise from God but it only applies to his servants§ those serving Him- I waited patiently for...
2022-08-0544 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 39 - The Vanity of LifePsalm, Chapter 39The Vanity of Life.For the choir director, for [a]Jeduthun. A Psalm of David.39 I said, “I will guard my ways That I may not sin with my tongue; I will guard my mouth as with a muzzle While the wicked are in my presence.”- The title of this message is the vanity of life- Vanity can be defined as excessive pride in or admiration of one's own appearance or achievements...
2022-08-0448 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 38 - Prayer of a Suffering PenitentPsalm, Chapter 38Prayer of a Suffering Penitent.A Psalm of David, for a memorial.38 O Lord, rebuke me not in Your wrath, And chasten me not in Your burning anger. 2 For Your arrows have sunk deep into me, And Your hand has pressed down on me.- The title of this chapter is prayer of a suffering penitent- a penitent is one who repents- his suffering penitent would be one who is suffering because...
2022-08-0348 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 37 - Security of Those Who Trust in the Lord, and Insecurity of the WickedPsalm, Chapter 37Security of Those Who Trust in the Lord, and Insecurity of the Wicked.A Psalm of David.37 Do not fret because of evildoers, Be not envious toward wrongdoers. 2 For they will wither quickly like the grass And fade like the green herb. - The title of this message iso Security of those who trust in the Lordo And Insecurity of the Wickedo It is a contrast b...
2022-08-0157 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 36 - Wickedness of Humanity and Goodness of GodPsalm, Chapter 36Wickedness of Humanity and Goodness of God.For the music director. A Psalm of David the servant of the Lord.36 [a]Wrongdoing speaks to the ungodly within [b]his heart; There is no fear of God before his eyes.- The title of this chapter is wickedness of humanity and goodness of Godo there could not be greater oppositeso the wickedness of humanity is shocking (the heart of man is desperate...
2022-07-2930 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 35 - Prayer for Rescue from EnemiesPsalm, Chapter 35Prayer for Rescue from Enemies.A Psalm of David. 35 Contend, O Lord, with those who contend with me; Fight against those who fight against me.- Prayer for rescue from enemies is the title- if there is prayer going on to be rescued from enemies it would appear that something has already happened where the enemies have taken some level of control and now you need to be rescued- Contend O Lord with those who co...
2022-07-2840 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 34 - When he pretended to be insane before AbimelekPsalm, Chapter 34Of David. When he pretended to be insane before Abimelek, who drove him away, and he left.1 I will extol the Lord at all times; his praise will always be on my lips.- Of David (not of the Lord)- When he pretended to be insane before Abimelek, who drove him away, and he left.o God never tells you to pretendo Abimelek means My Father is King or Father and Kingo You should never prete...
2022-07-2741 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 33 - Praise to the Creator and ProtectorPsalm, Chapter 33Praise to the Creator and Protector.33 Sing for joy in the Lord, you righteous ones; Praise is becoming to the upright. 2 Give thanks to the Lord with the lyre; Sing praises to Him with a harp of ten strings.- The title of this chapter is praised to the creator and protectoro the focus is to praiseo the one we are praising is both creator and protector!o He created us; and He is the one...
2022-07-2546 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 32 - Blessedness of Forgiveness and of Trust in GodPsalm, Chapter 32Blessedness of Forgiveness and of Trust in God.A Psalm of David. A [a]Maskil.32 How blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, Whose sin is covered!- The title of this chapter is blessedness of forgiveness and trust in Godo these are two separate things yet relatedo first the blessedness of forgiveness§ when you forgive someone else you will get blessed by God§ and the reaso...
2022-07-2235 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 31 - A Psalm of Complaint and of PraisePsalm, Chapter 31A Psalm of Complaint and of Praise.For the choir director. A Psalm of David.31 In You, O Lord, I have taken refuge; Let me never be ashamed; In Your righteousness deliver me.- The title of this chapter is Psalm of complaint and praiseo Do you sometimes complain to God?o Do you praise later after he settles your complaint?- In You, O Lord, I have taken refugeo This assumes...
2022-07-2149 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 30 - Thanksgiving for Deliverance from DeathPsalm, Chapter 30Thanksgiving for Deliverance from Death.A Psalm; a Song at the Dedication of the House. A Psalm of David.30 I will extol You, O Lord, for You have lifted me up, And have not let my enemies rejoice over me.- The title is thanksgiving o This means to thank God for what He has given us (already done)- For Deliverance from Deatho This is what He gave uso D...
2022-07-2041 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 29 - The Voice of the Lord in the StormPsalm, Chapter 29The Voice of the Lord in the Storm.A Psalm of David.29 Ascribe to the Lord, O [a]sons of the mighty, Ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. 2 Ascribe to the Lord the glory [b]due to His name; Worship the Lord in [c]holy array.- David starts chapter 29 with “the Voice of the Lord in the Storm”o Storms can be very powerfulo God’s voice is even more so…...
2022-07-1852 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 28 - A Prayer for Help, and Praise for Its AnswerPsalm, Chapter 28A Prayer for Help, and Praise for Its Answer.A Psalm of David.28 To You, O Lord, I call; My rock, do not be deaf to me, For if You are silent to me, I will become like those who go down to the pit.- A prayer for Help, and Praise for its Answero It’s a math formulao First – a prayer for help +o Second – praise for its answer
2022-07-1534 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 27 - A Psalm of Fearless Trust in GodPsalm, Chapter 27A Psalm of Fearless Trust in God.A Psalm of David.27 The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom should I fear?- What does it mean to have Fearless trust in Godo It means that you consider you present circumstances, trials and difficulties and you look them straight in the face and say§ God is bigger than you§ God is stronger than you§ God is wiser than you§ G...
2022-07-1440 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 26 - Protestation of Integrity and Prayer for ProtectionPsalm, Chapter 26Protestation of Integrity and Prayer for Protection.A Psalm of David.26 [a]Vindicate me, O Lord, for I have walked in my integrity, And I have trusted in the Lord [b]without wavering.- Protestation of Integrity and Prayer for Protectiono A solemn or formal declaration of a fact, opinion, or resolution: an asseveration: as, protestations of friendship or of amendment.o Integrity means Steadfast adherence to a strict moral or ethical code.o ...
2022-07-1337 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 25 - Prayer for Protection, Guidance and PardonvPsalm, Chapter 25Prayer for Protection, Guidance and Pardon.A Psalm of David.25 To You, O Lord, I lift up my soul. 2 O my God, in You I trust, Do not let me be ashamed; Do not let my enemies exult over me.- In the title of this chapter we have three ingredientso first a prayer for protectiono second guidanceo and 3rd a pardon- it may be interesti...
2022-07-1149 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 24 - The King of Glory Entering ZionPsalm, Chapter 24The King of Glory Entering Zion.A Psalm of David.24 The earth is the Lord’s, and [a]all it contains, The world, and those who dwell in it. - The King of Glory Entering Ziono This title would be the fulfillment of ancient prophecyo Remember Zion is a reference to a mountain in Jerusalem§ The place where the New Jerusalem will hover over the land§ A 1,500 mile cube made of precious...
2022-07-0832 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 23 - The LORD, the Psalmist’s ShepherdPsalm, Chapter 23The Lord, the Psalmist’s Shepherd.A Psalm of David.23 The Lord is my shepherd, I [a]shall not want.- Psalm 23 is a famous bible chaptero It is made up of the number 2 which represent witnesseso And the number 3 which represents the trinity (God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit three-in-oneo Added together they equal 5 which is the number for graceo Multiple together they equal 6 the numb...
2022-07-0728 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 22 - A Cry of Anguish and a Song of PraisePsalm, Chapter 22A Cry of Anguish and a Song of Praise.For the choir director; upon [a]Aijeleth Hashshahar. A Psalm of David.22 My God, my God, why have You forsaken me?Far from my deliverance are the words of my groaning.- A cry of anguish and a song of praise is is the title of this chaptero notice there is a cry of Anguish firsto then a song of praiseo ...
2022-07-0654 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 21 - Praise for DeliverancePraise for Deliverance.For the choir director. A Psalm of David.21 O Lord, in Your strength the king will be glad, And in Your [a]salvation how greatly he will rejoice!- Praise for Deliverance is the title of Chapter 21- 21 is made up of three sevens 3 x 7 = 21- 3 is the number for the trinity; 7 is the number for completion- The trinity (Father, Son & Holy Spirit) will keep working until its complete- In Chapter 20, we had Prayer for Victory over En...
2022-06-3038 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 20 - Prayer for Victory over EnemiesPsalm, Chapter 20Prayer for Victory over Enemies.For the music director. A Psalm of David.20 May the Lord answer you on a day of trouble! May the name of the God of Jacob [a]protect you!- Prayer for Victory over Enemieso This title seems odd since we just considered the heavenso We were amazed by immense size, wisdom and power of Godo If God be for you; who could be against youo It...
2022-06-3036 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 19 - The Works and the Word of GodPsalm, Chapter 19The Works and the Word of God.For the music director. A Psalm of David.19 The heavens tell of the glory of God; And their expanse declares the work of His hands.- The universe is estimated to be than 100 billion light years in diameter- It is estimated that it is growing by 3,000 feet per second- There are more than 100 thousand million starts in galaxy- There are potentially a trillion galaxies, imagine how many star...
2022-06-2740 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 18 - The LORD Praised for Rescuing DavidPsalm, Chapter 18The Lord Praised for Rescuing David.For the music director. A Psalm of David, the servant of the Lord, [a]who spoke to the Lord the words of this song on the day that the Lord rescued him from the hand of all his enemies and from the hand of Saul. And he said,18 “I love You, Lord, my strength.” 2 The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my savior, My God...
2022-06-2449 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 17 - Prayer for Protection against OppressorsPsalm, Chapter 17Prayer for Protection against Oppressors.A Prayer of David.17 Hear a just cause, Lord, give Your attention to my cry; Listen to my prayer, which is not from deceitful lips.- In chapter 16 we were convinced that our future is secure in Christ our portion- Our inheritance was guaranteed by the cup (the blood of the lamb)- Now in chapter 17, David is back asking for protection again- It seems David had a lot of spiritual a...
2022-06-2338 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 16 - The LORD, the Psalmist’s Portion in Life and Salvation in DeathPsalm, Chapter 16The Lord, the Psalmist’s Portion in Life and Salvation in Death.A Mikhtam of David.16 Protect me, God, for I take refuge in You. 2 I said to the Lord, “You are [c]my Lord; I have nothing good besides You.”- The Lord, the Psalmist’s Portion in Life and Salvation in Deatho The focus on this title is “The Lord”o He is described as the Psalmist’s Portion in Lifeo And Salvat...
2022-06-2248 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 15 - Description of a Citizen of ZionPsalm, Chapter 15Description of a Citizen of Zion.A Psalm of David.15 O Lord, who may [a]abide in Your tent? Who may dwell on Your holy hill?- In Chapter 14 we looked at a description of worldly meno We looked at the folly of Men who say there is no God- In Chapter 15 we have a description of a Citizen of Ziono Zion is a reference to the mountain in Jerusalem where God will rule...
2022-06-2028 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 14 - Foolishness and Wickedness of PeoplePsalm, Chapter 14Foolishness and Wickedness of People.For the music director. A Psalm of David.14 The fool has said in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt, they have committed detestable acts; There is no one who does good.- Foolishness and Wickedness of Peopleo This title shows the relationship between Foolishness and Wickednesso Where there is one, you will always find the other- The fool has said in heart, “...
2022-06-1732 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 13 - Prayer for Help in TroublePsalm, Chapter 13Prayer for Help in Trouble.For the music director. A Psalm of David.13 How long, Lord? Will You forget me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me?- Prayer for Help in Trouble- There seems to be a lot of prayer for Help in Psalms- How long, Lord?o It seems David got impatient waiting for the Lord to helpo How about you? Are you getting impatient about something in your he...
2022-06-1730 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 12 - God, a Helper against the TreacherousPsalm, Chapter 12God, a Helper against the Treacherous.For the music director; [a]upon an eight-stringed lyre. A Psalm of David.12 Help, Lord, for the godly person has come to an end, For the faithful have disappeared from the sons of mankind.- God, a Helper against the Treacherouso Notice the title begins with a description of God as a Helper (capital H)o And not just a Helper the normal trials and tribulations of life but “a...
2022-06-1531 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 11 - The Lord a Refuge and DefenseThe Lord a Refuge and Defense11 In the Lord I take refuge; How can you say to my soul, “Flee as a bird to your mountain;- The title of this Psalm The Lord a Refuge and Defenseo It is a matter of fact and declared accordingly- It was for the choir directoro The choir director is the man in charge of praiseo The man tasks with encouraging God’s people to rise to their feet and signo The ma...
2022-06-1427 min
Outbless WeeklyPsalm 10 - a prayer for the overthrow of the wicked and protection of the humbleThis is Psalm, Chapter 10 from The Outbless Weekly Bible Study.In this chapter, you will learn how David prayed for the overthrow of the wicked after he thanked God that God's justice would be done. We learn to be anxious for nothing but by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving we let our requests be made known to God and the peace that surpasses all human comprehension will rule in your heart and in your mind.We learn that God is not distant.God is watching.God is keeping track of evil deed and h...
2022-06-1135 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 9 - A Psalm of Thanksgiving for God's JusticeIn this chapter, we learn to follow the biblical principal of thanking God for His justice which wait to be manifested. God taught us to be anxious for nothing but in all things by prayer and supplication witht thangsgiving, to let our requests be made known to Him.When you trust God in advance, He always delivers.This is such a wonderful truth, that we want to give thanks to the Lord with all our heart;We want to tell of all His wonders.We should be glad and exult in H...
2022-06-1150 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 8 - The LORD’S Glory and Mankind’s DignityPsalm, Chapter 8The Lord’s Glory and Mankind’s Dignity.For the music director; on the Gittith. A Psalm of David.8 Lord, our Lord, How majestic is Your name in all the earth, You who have [a]displayed Your splendor above the heavens!- This chapter is abouto The Lord’s Gloryo And Mankind’s Dignity- For the music director; on the Gittitho GITTITH gĭt’ ĭth (Heb. גִּתִּ֗ית), a feminine noun used exclusively in the t...
2022-06-0855 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 7 - The LORD Implored to Defend the Psalmist against the WickedThe Lord Implored to Defend the Psalmist against the Wicked.A [a]Shiggaion of David, which he sang to the Lord [b]concerning Cush, a Benjaminite.7 O Lord my God, in You I have taken refuge; Save me from all those who pursue me, and rescue me, 2 Or he will tear [c]my soul like a lion, Dragging me away, while there is no one to rescue me.- A Shiggaion is a song written...
2022-06-0644 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 6 - Prayer for Mercy in Time of TroubleFor the choir director; with stringed instruments, [a]upon an eight-string lyre. A Psalm of David.6 O Lord, do not rebuke me in Your anger, Nor chasten me in Your wrath.- A prayer for Mercy (to not get what you deserve)o This means the time of trouble was likely your fault- For the choir directoro The man in charge of people singing praise songs- With stringed instrumentso Stringed instruments could be the lyre, the harp...
2022-06-0346 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 5 - Prayer for Protection from the WickedPrayer for Protection from the Wicked.For the music director; for [a]flute accompaniment. A Psalm of David.5 Listen to my words, Lord, Consider my sighing. 2 Listen to the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, For to You I pray.- In Psalm chapter 3 we learned to pray in the morningo Chapter 3 starts with “Lord, how my enemies have increased”- In Psalm chapter 4 we learned to pray in the evening
2022-06-0247 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 4 - Evening Prayer of Trust in GodPsalm, Chapter 4Evening Prayer of Trust in God.[a]For the music director; on stringed instruments. A Psalm of David.- In Psalm Chapter 1 – we learned the contrast between the Righteous and the Wickedo There is a destination for the righteouso There is a destination for the wicked- In Psalm Chapter 2 – we learned that man is foolish and the Lord will reign upon the eartho Man’s pride if foolisho God’s plan alway...
2022-06-011h 04Outbless WeeklyPsalm 3 - Morning Prayer of Trust in GodPsalm, Chapter 3Morning Prayer of Trust in God.A Psalm of David, when [a]he fled from his son Absalom. Lord, how my enemies have increased! Many are rising up against me. 2 Many are saying of my soul, “There is no salvation for him in God.” Selah - King David was the anointed King chosen by God to rule over Israel- He was sheppard (a picture of Jesus)- He lef...
2022-05-2641 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 2 - The Reign of the LORD’S AnointedPsalm, Chapter 2The Reign of the Lord’s Anointed.2 Why are the [a]nations restless And the peoples plotting in vain?- Why are the nations restless (board with what they have; wanting more)- And the peoples plotting in vain (how to get more and do whatever they want) 2 The kings of the earth take their stand And the rulers conspire together Against the Lord and against His [b]Anointed, saying, 3 “Let’s tear their shackles...
2022-05-2535 minOutbless WeeklyPsalm 1 - The Righteous and the Wicked ContrastedPsalm, Chapter 1The Righteous and the Wicked Contrasted.1 How blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, Nor stand in the [a]path of sinners, Nor sit in the seat of scoffers!- How blessed is the man who does noto The first thing to consider how blessed is a man who heeds this instructiono Blessings can be spiritual, physical, mental, emotional, relational, financial, eternal- Here is the list of not:o ...
2022-05-2443 min
NOW of WorkVoices of Hope: Special Panel Session, Digital Meetup Series-Torin Ellis, Jackye Clayton, Shaun Peet, Michael Metcalf Jr.There’s lots to celebrate, and also a lot to hold each other accountable for in today's workforce. You may have remember seeing a lot of organizations make public pledges, commitments and investments to diversity, equity and inclusion programs in 2020. While the intention to diversify work may be good, the real question is has there been progress? Did organizations follow through on their commitment, were programs developed? Do these programs or initiatives have sticking power in an ever-evolving workforce? During today's week's Digital Meetup, we'll take a deeper look.
Today, Jess and Jason are excited to host le...
2022-02-2551 min
The Flip Side#113: Michael Metcalf on What To Do When You're Full of Faith But Can't Live It Out A pivotal question in the Christian life – what to do when you're full of faith but not sure how to live it out? Reading the Bible gets you excited and passionate, but living it out on a day-to-day basis is a different story.Join Pastor Michael Metcalf and Curt Harlow as they try to answer this big question and dive into the Book of Mark Chapter 2.
2021-04-1517 min
Global Luxury Real Estate Mastermind PodcastJere Metcalf, “In order to have what you really want, you have to be who you really are” shares her story on Global Luxury Real Estate Mastermind with Michael Valdes Podcast #137Jere Metcalf, “In order to have what you really want, you have to be who you really are”, Broker Associate at Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty, shares her story on Global Luxury Real Estate Mastermind with Michael Valdes Podcast #137
In this episode, We learn how Jere was relentless in pursuing success and finding the opportunity in her limitations and challenges. Her circumstances drove her to learn the industry inside and out and to treat each person who crossed her path with the utmost respect from a place of service. Since then she has been a top prod...
2020-09-1525 min
Adversity UniversityAdversity University Episode 22 Featuring Fabled Grey Hound Trainer Michael BewleyEpisode 22 of Adversity University featuring our guest, Grey Hound Trainer, Michael Bewley. Co-Hosts, Sean Giles and Garrett Metcalf take some time to break down Michael's training career and the adversity that comes with it. Michael was born in New Zealand but currently resides in Australia where he races grey hounds. Executive Producer Sam Thrutchley.
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2020-09-1440 min
Better DaysMichael Metcalf: The Pain of RacismIn Season 5, we are opening up a conversations to learn about the Pain of Racism. In Episode 1, Michael Metcalf shares his story--his pain, the mental and emotional toll of racism, and his hope for change. Visit betterdaysfmly.co to support Better Days and for more content around Mental Health + Suffering.
2020-08-1833 min
The Daily DecisionMaureen Metcalf - Founder Innovative Leadership Institute, Thought LeaderThis is a great episode! Maureen gives some amazing insight and knowledge. She really got me to think outside of the box and look at things from a different perspective.
Maureen is the CEO of the Innovative Leadership Institute (formerly Metcalf & Associates). An award-winning Senior Business Leader, Chair and Board Member with a proven history of success in leveraging business trends to drive organizational transformation. With over 30 years of industry insight, Maureen has garnered a reputation as a credible change agent with a passion for innovation and an ability to align key strategies with corporate objectives. Both a...
2020-06-221h 09
Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 9: with special guest, Texas Longhorn football legend, Eric MetcalfSend us a textThe boys took a serious approach due to this being week 3 of the Covid19 quarantine. From taking care of their physiques while at home to the realization that there is no true definitive end in site to the effects of the Coronavirus on normal every day life.Clynch, Coach Mo, and Big Mike all offered valuable feedback on dealing with this uncertain time.The mood was lightened when former Texas Longhorn football legend and NFL star, Eric Metcalf jumped inside the Man Cave from his home in Seattle, Washington.
2020-04-0741 min
Luxury Listing Specialist - Dominate High End Listings In Any MarketWhy True Luxury Isn’t Just About Pricing w/Jere MetcalfTrue luxury isn’t just about price. What are the other elements you should consider? How do you avoid a listing going stale before you even list it? Why should you avoid going to market too fast? On this episode, we are joined by Jere Metcalf to discuss opportunities luxury agents should be taking, and why you need to think beyond price.
Too many agents have the scarcity mindset, and want to get a property listed immediately when you only have one chance to make a first impression. -Michael LaFido
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A lot of p...
2017-12-2837 min