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Locked On SEC – Daily College Football & Basketball PodcastURGENT: Latest SEC Injury News on LaNorris Sellers, Eric Singleton & More | Sam Acho Joins The Show!SEC football shakeup - the latest on some key SEC injuries! Chris Gordy breaks down crucial SEC injury reports, spotlighting South Carolina's LeNorris Sellers, Auburn's Eric Singleton and LSU's Garrett Nussmeier. Could the Gamecocks rush back Sellers too soon? Can Auburn unleash their dangerous passing attack in Norman vs the Sooners? ESPN analyst Sam Acho joins to discuss the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, highlighting Kentucky's Josh Kattus and Texas' Michael Taaffe. The conversation shifts to Oklahoma's impressive start under Brent Venables and John Mateer's standout performance. And we ask Sam what is wrong with Arch Manning? W...
2025-09-1829 min2025-08-1035 min
The Sam Acho PodcastMichael Taaffe on Faith, Loss, and All-American GritIn this episode, Sam Acho sits down with University of Texas football standout Michael Taaffe for an honest conversation about faith, adversity, and what it means to pursue purpose on and off the field. Michael shares his journey from walk-on to All-American, the powerful lessons coaches have taught him, and how personal loss has shaped his drive and perspective. Together, they tackle tough subjects like overcoming setbacks, finding identity beyond athletic achievements, and turning tragedy into positive action. If you’re looking for inspiring stories of resilience, brotherhood, and faith lived out loud, this episode delivers real wisdom for an...
2025-08-0827 minDowntown Presbyterian Church | Greenville, SCBeloved and Devoted (Deuteronomy 7:6-11)Rev. Sam Taaffe
2025-06-2229 minDowntown Presbyterian Church | Greenville, SCPraying Boldly and Humbly (Romans 15:30-33)Rev. Sam Taaffe
2025-05-2542 minDowntown Presbyterian Church | Greenville, SCPraying for Heart Change (Ephesians 1:15-23)Rev. Sam Taaffe
2025-04-2737 minDowntown Presbyterian Church | Greenville, SCLonging for Home (Genesis 47:7-10, 29-31; 50:22-26)Rev. Sam Taaffe
2025-03-0932 min2025-02-0238 min2024-12-0835 minDowntown Presbyterian Church | Greenville, SCThe Mystery of Lawlessness (2 Thessalonians 2:1-17)Rev. Sam Taaffe
2024-11-1736 minDowntown Presbyterian Church | Greenville, SCWalking through Suffering Together (1 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5)Rev. Sam Taaffe
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Resurrection Presbyterian ChurchMarch 24, 2024 - To the Cross: Humble GloryLuke 19:28-40
Rev. Sam Taaffe
Downtown Presbyterian Church
2024-03-2432 min
2024-03-0532 min2024-03-0533 min2024-03-0533 min2023-11-2037 minDowntown Presbyterian Church | Greenville, SCGod's Faithfulness in the Midst of Weak Faith (Genesis 17:1-19; 22-24)Abram had already faltered in his faith. Why would God want to draw near to him? Because that is God's character. God draws near to the faithless because he is loving, kind, and faithful. And Jesus, ultimately, was the cut off one for the faithless, even though he was faithful. God has never changed, and invites us to know him.Preached by Rev. Sam Taaffe from Genesis 17:1-19; 22-24.
2022-06-2636 min
RUF at KentuckyLuke 11 - Jesus Confronts Hypocrisy1. Signs of Hypocrisy 2. Destination of Hypocrisy 3. Healing of Hypocrisy - much thanks to Phil Ryken and Les Newsom for their insights on this passage
2021-11-1131 minRUF at KentuckyLuke 10 - Loving when it’s HardJesus tells a famous story about what it looks like to sacrifice our time, money so that someone else can thrive. We look at the obstacles to love, characteristics of love and the engine of love.
2021-11-0427 minRUF at KentuckyLuke 9 - How to Save your LifeLuke 9:18-36 - Jesus invites us into a life of self-denial. Nothing could be more counter-cultural; and yet there is not a greater need in our culture than sacrificial love. Much thanks to Les Newsom for his insights
2021-10-2833 min
Big Lez's League PodcastPlayers To Watch In 2022Going off the post on my Instagram called 'players to watch in 2022', I will explain the players I have picked and the fans have picked in the comments!!!!Players: Averillo, Ponga, Dufty, Taaffe, Hynes, Cody Walker and Sam WalkerIf there are any more you guys come up with leave them in the comments on my post!!!!
2021-10-2310 minRUF at KentuckyLuke 8 - Waiting on our Unhurried SaviorWhat does it look like to wait on Jesus in the midst of pain and confusion? Luke 8:40-56 invites us to come to Jesus with our pain and to trust and follow our unhurried Savior. Sources: Luke commentary by Phil Ryken, and “kings cross” by Tim Keller
2021-10-2126 minRUF at KentuckyLuke 8 -Jesus and your FearLuke 8:22-25- storms will reveal where our trust is. As Jesus calms the storm, we see theSavior hear the cry of his friends, address their fear and draw them to trust the one who spoke the world into being.
2021-10-0725 min2021-09-3029 minRUF at KentuckyLuke 6 - The Struggle to RestLuke 6:1-11 - when was the last time your soul was at rest? Sabbath rest is Gods gift to his people. Why do we struggle to accept it? Special thanks to Phil Ryken and Brian Habig for their insights on this passage
2021-09-2327 minRUF at KentuckyLuke 5 - the purpose of miraclesJesus’ miracles are not merely a display of his raw power, but they actually give us a picture of who he is and why he has come… to bring healing, salvation, and restoration. Much thanks to Phil Ryken and Les Newsom
2021-09-1628 min2021-09-0931 minRUF at KentuckyLuke 1&2 - The obscurity and offense of the Savior’s birthThe savior has come! That is humbling, because it means we require saving, but it also frees us to stop pretending we have it together. Jesus came to save people who cannot save themselves! Source material: Michael Wilcock, Phil ryken, Elliott Everitt
2021-09-0322 minRUF at KentuckyLuke 1 - the certainty of hope in an uncertain worldLuke writes this Gospel so that we may have certainty regarding the good news of Jesus! Much credit due to Phil Ryken and Elliot Everitt
2021-09-0120 min
Resurrection Presbyterian KnoxvilleThe Psalms | Wrestling with God in Our Sadness - Rev. Sam TaaffePsalm 44
2021-06-0834 minRUF at KentuckySenior and Intern Share 2021Each year we get to hear from our departing seniors as well as interns about how the Lord has worked in and through them during their time at UK... This is always such a bittersweet evening. Hearing testimonies of God's faithfulness while saying farewell to beloved students! Holden Huffman starts things off, Matthew Burton (5:36), Kari Sletten (7:59), Will Jeanette (11:59), John Wilkins (18:10), Jared Boggs (21:47), Benjamin Siff (29:12), Noah Gadd (33:03), Isaac Smith (38:32), Jameson Barnes (45:42), Grace Ann Rothwell (54:03), It is well with my soul (1:02:03). Regina Gong spoke as well and I missed the recording!
2021-04-291h 11RUF at KentuckySearching for Significance - ControlEcclesiastes 3:1-15. Guest speaker Mark Randle. We long to have control of our lives, but we live in a world where we are reminded daily that we truly do not know what tomorrow brings. What does it look like to acknowledge our frustration, while also trusting God? Ecclesiastes 3 shows a way forward
2021-04-2222 minRUF at KentuckySearching for Significance - In WorkEcclesiastes 2:18-26 gives us a picture of the futility of finding our significance in work, but also points us to joy and purpose in work.
2021-04-1531 minRUF at KentuckySearching for Significance - In PleasureEcclesiastes 2:1-11 - how do we relate to the things and people that bring us joy without putting our hopes in them? This passage discusses what it looks like to relate to pleasure! Note: this is the second in our Ecclesiastes series. #1 didn’t record. Sources: Kevin DeYoung, Nancy Guthrie, Matt Howell
2021-04-0830 minRUF at KentuckyLife of Abraham #9 - When Faith is TestedWhat do you love most and what would it take for you to part with it? In Genesis 22, God asks Abraham to give up the person he loves most? Why would he do that and what does that have to do with our trust in God? We explore those questions here. Much credit due to Derek Kidner and Brian Sorgenfrei
2021-03-2531 minRUF at KentuckyStories: Mental Health and The GospelDepression, anxiety and addiction have affected us all, whether we have dealt with them personally or know a loved one who has. Where do we turn for Hope? On Friday March 19, we had the pleasure of hearing pastor Robert Cunningham share about his own struggle with mental health. We also heard from his wife Abby a licensed therapist here in Lexington. Our hope and prayer is that this event would give people encouragement, resources, and hope in the fact that none of our mental health issues are too great for our Good Shepherd. NOTE: some of the q&a was...
2021-03-2356 minRUF at KentuckyLife of Abraham #8 - From Cynicism to JoyGenesis 17, 18 and 21 - Isaac’s long awaited birth serves as yet another reminder of Gods faithfulness and invitation into true joy and hope. Sources: Sydney Greidanus, Iain Duguid, Ben Robertson
2021-03-1829 minRUF at KentuckyLife of Abraham #7 - New Name, New PurposeGenesis 17:1-14 - So thankful to have Jared McClain guest teach for us as we continue our series through the Life of Abraham. Jared is the northside director for YL Lexington and a pastoral intern at Hope Presbyterian
2021-03-1126 minRUF at KentuckyLife of Abraham #6 - God Sees you in Your PainHow do you respond to the pain in your life? How does God? Genesis 16 gives us a glimpse into the answers to these questions. Very grateful to Iain Duguid and Ben Robertson fo... Much of this sermon owes credit to their insights!
2021-03-0530 minRUF at KentuckyLife of Abraham # 5 - Bringing our Questions to GodThroughout Scripture those who know and trust God also have questions and doubts. Abraham, like you and I, struggled to believe God would care for him and provide for him. How do we come to God with these? How does God respond? Genesis 15 helps us tackle these questions. Sources: Iain Duguid, Les Newsom
2021-02-2626 minRUF at KentuckyLife of Abraham # 4 - Walking by Faith vs. Walking by SightGenesis 13:1-18. How do we relate to our belongings, time, and gifts? How can we own and be generous with them without being owned by them? As Abraham and Lot separate we get two pictures of how to live. By faith vs by sight. Sources: Iain Duguid and Derek Kidner
2021-02-1824 minRUF at KentuckyLife of Abraham #3 - Turning PointHow do you respond to the grace of God? Gen 13:1-4 gives us a little glimpse of what it looks like to respond to God's kindness by turning to him with our sin. Source Material: Gordon Wenham, Ben Robertson and Derek Kidner
2021-02-1018 minRUF at KentuckyLife of Abraham 2 - the struggle to believeGenesis 12:10-20 - Abraham’s failure and God’s faithfulness. Source material: Derek Kidner, Nate Shurden
2021-02-0427 minRUF at KentuckyLife of Abraham 1 - Trusting God Against All OddsGenesis 11:27-12:9 - How do we trust God when the journey we are on takes a detour we didn't plan or the path seems unclear? This semester, we are looking at this question as we study the life of Abraham in Genesis. The same God that makes lavish promises to Abraham makes and keeps promises to his children today. What does it look like to live in light of these promises? Source Material: Iain Duguid, Derek Kidner
2021-01-2827 minRUF at KentuckyFlourishing # 11 - Judge not lest you be judgedMatthew 7:1-6 - Source Material: Dallas Willard, Dan Doriani
2020-11-1226 min2020-11-0529 minRUF at KentuckyFlourishing # 9 - Flourishing in PrayerPrayer is hard. Even Jesus' disciples had to ask him for help (Luke 11). And yet, because we have a God who delights in hearing from his children, it is not only possible to have a prayer life, but to enjoy praying to your Father. In the Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13), Jesus explains what it means to be 1. In relationship with the Father 2. Molded by the Father 3. Cared for by the Father. NOTE: the Scripture reading and intro were not recorded
2020-10-3026 minRUF at KentuckyFlourishing # 8 - HypocrisyThe word hypocrite comes from the Greek word for "actor." Why do we feel the need to perform for others and act like we are better than we are? Sinclair Ferguson sums it up well in this look at Matthew 6:1-8; 16-18: "Throughout this section of the sermon, our Lord hints that the real trouble with the heart of the hypocrite is that he does not know God as his heavenly Father! He is insecure before God and, therefore, seeks security in what his fellow men think about him. He is unreal in his activities before men because he ha...
2020-10-1628 minRUF at KentuckyFlourishing # 7 - Love the haters?"Turn the other cheek", "Love your enemies" - Two of the most well-known phrases in the Sermon on the mount are also two of the most challenging and beautiful commands. As John Stott aptly puts it: "Nowhere is the distinction of the christian counter culture more obvious. Nowhere is our need of power of the Holy Spirit (whose fruit is love) more compelling." In the midst of an election year, there has never been a better time to bring Christ's revolutionary love to bear on the world. Source Material: John Stott, Dallas Willard, Sinclair Ferguson.
2020-10-0835 minRUF at KentuckyFlourishing # 6 - Sexual FlourshingGod created sex to be good, but like so many things, it has become a tool for oppression, abuse, addiction - all in the name of satisfying our own needs. In Matthew 5:27-30, Jesus shows us, not only the cure to our lust, but also a better way forward under His rule and word. Source Material: Hide or Seek - John Freeman, Matthew - Frederick Dale Bruner
2020-10-0138 minRUF at KentuckyFlourishing # 5 - The Anger in our heartsIn the first of six sections where Jesus addresses misconceptions about the Law, Jesus explains we cannot address the sin of murder without looking at the anger in our hearts. Source Material: Dallas Willard, Sinclair Ferguson, Les Newsom
2020-09-2428 minRUF at KentuckyFlourishing # 4 - Flourishing in the WordThe Bible is not primarily about what you are supposed to do… it is primarily about what Jesus has accomplished on our behalf. In this passage, we flesh out what Jesus means when he says He hasn’t come to abolish the law and prophets but to fulfill them.
2020-09-2426 minRUF at KentuckyFlourishing # 3- Salt and Light for a Hurting WorldHow do Christians relate to and love the world that God created, while not finding our hope or security in it? Jesus' answers that question in the Sermon on the Mount by stating His people are salt and light. What does that mean and what does it look like? That's we talk about tonight as we look at Matthew 5:13-16. Source Material: Sinclair Ferguson, Frederick Bruner, Les Newsom, John Stott
2020-09-1033 minRUF at KentuckyFlourishing # 2 - #blessed lifeTonight we take a look at Jesus' description of the blessed life in Matthew 5:1-12. Source material: John Stott, Dallas Willard, Dan Doriani
2020-09-0326 minRUF at KentuckyFlourishing # 1 - An Invitation to FlourishThis semester on Wednesday nights we are looking at the Sermon on the Mount, where Jesus invites us to consider what it means to find our life in Him and truly flourish. Before we do that, we take a look at the verses leading up to the sermon (Matthew 4:17, 23-5:1), where Jesus explains that the Kingdom of God is now at hand. What does that mean? Why does it matter? We look at those questions tonight. Source Material: Sinclair Ferguson "The Sermon on the Mount; Dallas Willard "The Divine Conspiracy"; The Sermon on the Mount "Dan Doriani"
2020-08-2727 minRUF at Kentucky"Why Does RUF Exist?" - Acts 8:26-38At our first RUF of the semester, we take a look at a passage that embodies and explains what we are all about at RUF: Seeing lives transformed by the Gospel as we study God's Word together. Source Material: Very indebted to Dennis Johnson, Tim Keller and Matt Howell.
2020-08-2728 min
Stars in the Rafters13. Under the same stars1. The Man in the Moon - Andrew Marcus (Takoma Park, MD). This track comes from Callithump’s upcoming album. Callithump is Glyn Collinson (vocals and bouzouki), Andrew Marcus (accordion) and Abe Joyner-Meyers (fiddle). They and their ceilidh-band alter-ego Frog Hammer end many of their sets with this song. froghammerband.com 2. Meredith - Owen Morrison (Washington, DC). Owen wrote this waltz for his wife for the occasion of their first dance as a married couple. From Elixir’s album Anybody’s Guess. www.elixirmusic.com 3. The world rolls on, by Susan Reid (Montpelier, VT). Read by Julie Va...
2020-07-0900 minStars in the Rafters10. Simple acts and simple beauties1. Honey in the Woodpile / The Grinding Stone - Jeremiah McLane (Sharon, VT). These two compositions by Jeremiah are from his album The Grinding Stone and feature him on piano and accordion, Owen Marshall on bouzouki and guitar, and Corey DiMario on bass. “The title of the CD, The Grinding Stone, refers to a dream I had: inside a stone hut at that top of mountain, a man was hard at work chiseling free a huge stone grindstone, in the shape of a wheel, that looked as if it had been stuck for a very long time.” www.jeremiahmclane.com 2...
2020-06-1800 minRUF at KentuckySummer RUF - LOVE pt. 2 - "Uprooting Envy"Sermon preached over Zoom by Michael Gordon - sorry sound quality is not great!
2020-06-1123 minRUF at KentuckySummer RUF - LOVE pt. 1 - "The Priority of Love"This summer we are looking at what the Bible says about love in 1 Corinthians 13. In this first study, we look at 1 Cor 13: 1-4a, where Paul explains the priority of love. We can speak with great power and eloquence, have immense knowledge, and experience amazing things in our life. We can even give away all our belongings. But if we do these apart from love... we are nothing. To truly live is to love. And this week we look at how love shows up in acts of patience and kindness.
2020-06-0425 minStars in the Rafters4. Solace in natureIntro: A Great Wagon (excerpt), by Rumi, read by Julie Vallimont. 1. Peggy's Maggot / Slangpolska / Veery - Aaron Marcus (Montpelier, VT). These tunes by Aaron Marcus are featured on their album Men Don’t Cry. The recording of a veery is from an actual bird. 2. Untitled by Sarah Hirsch, read by Anna Patton (Brattleboro, VT). Sarah wrote this poem just this week. 3. Charlie Mulvihil's / Gigue du Salon - Elixir (VT, NY, DC). These beautiful jigs are from Elixir’s album Anybody’s Guess. The band is Ethan Hazzard-Watkins on fiddle, Anna Patton on clarinet, Owen Morriso...
2020-05-0700 minRUF at KentuckySenior Share 2020Each year we hear from our seniors how the Lord has worked through RUF in their lives. These were recorded during our last 5 virtual large groups. Kay J, Jake O (3:45), Cora A. (10:26), Annelise M (16:08), McKaylee C (19:45), Kat V. (25:56), DeeDee S. (29:45), Madison A (35:09), Gene C (39:11), Lydia B (42:37)
2020-04-3049 min2020-04-3025 minRUF at KentuckyTrusting God With Our Doubts - Psalm 13Key Sources: Derek Kidner Psalms Vol. 1 , ESV Study Bible Notes
2020-04-2328 minStars in the Rafters2. Hope for spring1. Hope Lingers On - Low Lily (Brattleboro, VT). This beautiful anthem, written by Lissa Schneckenburger, is from Low Lily's album 10,000 Days Like These. The song features Liz Simmons (vocals, clapping), Lissa Schneckenburger (vocals, clapping), Flynn Cohen (vocals), Stefan Amidon (vocals), and Charlie Van Kirk (clapping & stomping). www.LowLily.com 2. An evolving course, by Rumi, read by Charis Boke (Springfield, VT). 3. Wild Blueberries - Buddy System (MA and NC). Julie Vallimont named this jig for the joy she felt every summer as a child picking blueberries in the weeds on her family’s property. It’s found on...
2020-04-2300 minRUF at KentuckyTrusting and Praising God - Psalm 145Key Sources: ESV Study Bible Notes, Eugene Peterson A Long Obedience
2020-04-1626 min2020-04-1028 minRUF at KentuckyTrusting God in Our Sadness - Psalm 42Key resources: Martyn Lloyd Jones' Spiritual Depression, Psalms Vol. 1 - James Boice, Psalms - Derek Kidner, Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering - Timothy Keller
2020-04-0229 minRUF at KentuckyTrusting the Good Shepherd - Psalm 23This is a Recording of our first Virtual Large Group on March 25, 2020 - Resources: Derek Kidner (Psalms 1-72), James Boice (Psalms vol 1 - 1-41), C.S Lewis Reflections on the Psalms -
2020-03-2514 minRUF at KentuckyDaniel 7 - God is on the ThroneDaniel 7:1-28 - this sermon was given at our last meeting on campus, before classes moved online due to the outbreak of COVID-19. In uncertain and unstable times, God's kingdom and purposes are eternal and unshakeable
2020-03-1130 min2020-03-0435 minRUF at Kentucky1 Peter 1:3-5 - Hope in ExileGuest Preacher Robert Cunningham, pastor of Tates Creek Presbyterian Church
2020-02-2629 minRUF at KentuckyWinCon #3 - The Battle Against Shame (Gen 29)These talks were given by Rev. Michael Gordon at RUF Midwest Winter Conference in Indiana Feb 21-23, 2020
2020-02-2336 minRUF at KentuckyWinCon #2 - The Hope for Shame (Hebrews 2)These talks were given by Rev. Michael Gordon at RUF Midwest Winter Conference in Indiana Feb 21-23, 2020
2020-02-2229 minRUF at KentuckyWinCon #1 - The Problem of Shame (Gen 3)These talks were given by Rev. Michael Gordon at RUF Midwest Winter Conference in Indiana Feb 21-23, 2020
2020-02-2136 min2020-02-1933 min2020-02-1233 min2020-02-0539 min2020-01-2931 min2020-01-2243 minRUF at KentuckyJeremiah 29 - ExiledBefore we start our series in Daniel, we take a look at God's commands to those who live in exile. Source material for this series: Iain Duguid, Ralph Davis, Robert Edwards, Tim Keller (Jer 29)
2020-01-1539 min
The KnightShift PodcastShow #184 - Countdown to the Space Game (Guests: Scott & Holman Pawdcast's Dustin & Sam)On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff and Brian begin the show with a look back at UCF Football news after the Temple blowout, and preview the Houston game. They also pay tribute to the late Charlie Taaffe.
Then Jeff is joined by Dustin and Sam from the Scott & Holman Pawdcast, and they discuss the state of the Cougars, who the Knights need to watch for, and the rivalry between Houston and UCF.
Finally, Eric joins Jeff to discuss UCF Men's Soccer's run to #6 in the nation, and Eric interviews Travis Clark from Top Drawer Soccer about...
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