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BIBLE IN TENMatthew 2:14Thursday, 15 August 2024
When he arose, he took the young Child and His mother by night and departed for Egypt, Matthew 2:14
“And having arisen, he took the Child and His mother – night, and he withdrew to Egypt” (CG).
In the previous verse, Joseph had a dream where the Lord’s messenger told him to flee to Egypt and stay there until he was given word, noting that Herod would seek the Child to destroy Him. Now, in compliance with those words, it next records, “And having arisen, he took the Child and His...2024-08-1504 min
Pea Ridge UMC SermonUntold Stories: King HerodOur "Untold Stories" series continues this week with an unlikely focus on King Herod. Rev. Shannon Blosser says that every good story has a villain, and King Herod fits the billing for the Nativity Story. At the same time, he says there is something within King Herod's actions that we must understand to appreciate the story of Jesus' birth.
Pea Ridge UMC is located in Huntington, WV. Christmas Eve worship times are 10:45 am and 5:30 p.m. You can learn more by visiting pearidgeumc.org or Facebook.com/PeaRidgeUMCWV.2023-12-1128 min
followHIMActs 22-28 Part 1 • Dr. Scott Woodward • July 31 - Aug. 6How do we continue to share the gospel with “good cheer” amidst opposition? Dr. Scott Woodward explores the opposition facing Paul as he takes the gospel to the known world.00:00 Part 1–Dr. Scott Woodward01:11 Introduction of Dr. Scott Woodward02:52 Background to Acts 22-2805:17 Cutting a covenant–old and new07:20 The blood of the new covenant08:45 Paul working with the Gentiles and the Jews11:09 God is God of the whole earth13:29 Temple veil was torn 14:28 Paul’s separate journeys16:49 Act...2023-07-261h 12
followHIMActs 10-15 Part 1 • Dr. Michael Goodman • July 17 - July 23How does understanding God's nature help us understand missionary work and priesthood authority? Dr. Michael Goodman explores the expanding Church, Peter's growth, and God's prophetic pattern for teaching His children.00:00 Part 1–Dr. Michael Goodman01:11 Introduction of Dr. Michael Goodman03:12 Background and context04:49 God’s plan involves everyone07:56 Teaching Jews and then Gentiles08:55 Understanding the nature of God 10:17 Cornelius’s vision and conversion13:25 Peter’s vision of clean animals and missionary work17:03 Policy, programs, and progress19:03 Edmund from The...2023-07-121h 18
followHIMMathew 27; Mark 15; Luke 23; John 19 Part 1 • Jack Welch • June 19 - June 25Why was Jesus willing to endure trials, suffering, and death for you? Professor John “Jack” Welch examines the final hours of Jesus Christ’s mortal ministry.00:00 Part 1–Professor John “Jack” Welch01:06 Introduction of Professor John “Jack” Welch02:55 Premortal Existence of Jesus03:14 Trial of Jesus with four accounts04:28 Mark may have been the youth mentioned05:17 Basic differences in the four accounts07:44 Parables tell Jesus knows what is to come10:07 Why did the gospel author include this?15:17 Jesus is taken to Pontius Pilate 2023-06-141h 05
KLT Authority PodcastThe Biggest Mistake Entrepreneurs Make While Building Their AuthorityIn today's episode we discuss the biggest mistake entrepreneurs make while building their authority and brand.We also break down the new direction of the podcast. This podcast is going to follow our journey as we build another income stream in our business.We are going to lay out all of our wins and all of our losses. We're going to teach you the things we're using to grow the business, and we are going to share what is working and what is not working.Make sure you subscribe to the podcast, visit...2022-08-2919 minKLT Authority PodcastDon't be consistently inconsistentIn this episode we talk about how being consistently inconsistent can hinder your growth. When it comes to momentum you need to make sure that you are consistent. If you were not consistent the snowball never gets to the point where it's large enough to get momentum.2022-04-0817 minKLT Authority PodcastWhat is KLT Authority - KLTA S1E9Discover the secret behind KLT Authority and how it can help your business. Listen as we peel off the mask and reveal the meaning of the title of the podcast. We then walk you through some actionable steps you can take to start your local business and your brand today. This episode is sponsored by StandingStrongerProductions.com and S2Stickers.comStanding Stronger Productions is excited to announce the opening of their print shop where they can print all of your custom stickers, decals, window signs, and banners. Visit their site today to le...2022-03-1218 min
Standing StrongerHow to Build Confidence and 19 Years of MarriageWhat is confidence?A feeling of self-assurance arises from one's appreciation of one's own abilities or qualities.Things Psychologists Wish You Knew Can Gradually Destroy Self-Esteem- Bustle ArticleWhat can destroy confidence?Surrounding yourself with negative- Misery loves company. Excessive apologizing- making it your faultLetting negative self-talk control your brainBelieving you know what others are thinking- creating scenariosGiving into fearsSaying yes to everyone and everything- Others co...2021-11-2259 minStanding StrongerTrying to Find PerspectiveIn today's episode, we talk about trying to find perspective. We take a look at how you can take a step back and evaluate what's going on I am learning to respond instead of reacting.We go down a couple of rabbit holes, there might be mention of God (gasp).2021-11-1551 minKLT Authority PodcastVideo Marketing - What Equipment Do I NeedIn this episode, we talk about what equipment you need to create videos for your small business. We went over everything needed, and it is not much. In reality, the only investment most people will need to make is in the audio because people can forgive lousy videos. However, they can not forgive bad audio. 2021-10-2516 minStanding StrongerMarriage - Learning to ForgiveIn marriage, you have to give a little and expect a little. No one is perfect, and we can not go into a relationship thinking we will change the other person. The only person you can change is yourself, which is one thing you need to remember in a relationship. Today we talked about our relationship. We have been together a long time and have been through most trials that a relationship will face, and we made it through to the other side. We talk about everything from arguing about what food we are going to...2021-10-2558 minStanding StrongerWhy Listen To The Standing Stronger PodcastThe Standing Stronger Podcast was first launched in 2014 and has since garnered over 1 million downloads and has been listened to across the world. The show started as we navigated through the murky waters of mental health and then began to morph into a show about success in life, marriage, and business.Then, as it tends to happen, life got in the way, and we took a hiatus. We are beyond blessed to announce that we were able to grow our businesses, our life, and our marriage during that hiatus. We are excited to br...2021-10-1814 minKLT Authority PodcastVideo Marketing - Is It Worth It For Small Businesses?In today's episode, we talk about video marketing and how small local businesses can leverage video to build authority and ultimately bring in more leads and more revenue. We will go over why video works, what kind of videos your business should be making, and the equipment you need to make those videos. Spoiler alert, you have the camera you need in your pocket right now. 2021-10-1821 minKLT Authority PodcastKLT Authority Podcast LaunchingThe KLT Authority Podcast will be relaunching This coming Monday, October 18, 2021New episodes will release every Monday from here on out. We have made sharing our journey and sharing the knowledge we have built over the last 20 years a priority. This Podcast, along with other FREE resources, will be our focus moving forward. 2021-10-1505 minKLT Authority PodcastSocial Media How Can my Local Business Leverage it S1E5 In this episode we take a look at the various social media platforms and discuss how and why you should me using social media. We live in a time where you can effectively build relationships with your potential customers without ever meeting them in person. It is networking on steroids if done properly. Video is a key component of social media and one that you need to wrap your head around. For us "boomers", as the youngins call us, this is hard to grasp. Video scares us. However it is a necessary part of bui...2020-01-0930 minKLT Authority PodcastHow To Get More Reviews For Your Local Business We are not only going to be talking about reviews and how to get more of them, but we are also going to be covering what to do it you get a bad review and how to respond to that review. You know that reviews are essential, and you know that your business needs more of them. The question is, how do you get more of them. Not only how to get more, but how do you get more positive reviews and limit the number of bad reviews that you receive. Then if...2020-01-0337 minStanding StrongerTuring Dreams into Reality On our previous podcast, we talked about how you should never stop dreaming. However, a dream is just a dream until you put together a plan of action. Then that dream becomes a goal, and with the proper amount of effort, that goal becomes a reality. 2019-06-2732 minStanding StrongerExpectations - A Recipe for Disappointment You can not expect people to live up to your expectations of them, they can only live their best life, even if you think they can do better.If you expect someone to act a certain way or respond in a certain way, you are setting yourself up for disappointment; you can only accept who they are and be ok with the decisions they make, even if you think they are wrong.That does not mean you need to tolerate the behavior. If they are someone, you should not be around you need to cut...2019-06-2530 minStanding StrongerDon't be Afraid to Dream As we grow up, our dreams get crushed. It may be because you realize that you are 5'2" and not really the best fit in the NBA, or because someone said you were not good enough.We dare to dream as kids and as our hopes and dreams get crushed by life, we stop dreaming all together. It is just easier that way right? Why get our hopes up? Stay safe!Nope, that is a big pile of steaming dog crap. If you quit dreaming you resign yourself to a life of mediocrity. Lets start...2019-06-2036 minStanding StrongerHow to Overcome Procrastination Don’t procrastinate. Sounds easy enough right? We all do it, the goal is to recognize it and take control over it when it rears its nasty head.Procrastination is mostly a habit that derives from our naturaltendency to take the easy route. Today we talk about the tools we deploy to help curb our tendency to procrastinate. 2019-06-1732 min
Queer TheologyProphets in our midst – Luke 13:31-35The Church, where faith should thrive, too often kills — sometimes spiritually, sometimes literally — the very people working to keep the faith. LGBTQ, women, young people, people of color and others know this well. In this week’s episode, we explore Jesus’s thoughts on the relationship between prophets and religious centers.
Referenced in this episode:
Rift in the United Methodist Church
the politics of Jesus
Luke 13:31-35
At that time, some Pharisees approached Jesus and said, “Go! Get away from here, because Herod wants to kill you.
Jesus said to them, “Go, tell that...2019-03-1200 min
Queer TheologyActivist Epiphanies – Matthew 2:1-12In this passage, the wise people encounter the baby Jesus and are so transformed by their encounter, that they return another way. In this episode, we explore how queerness can mirror that experience and how each can inform the other.
Referenced in this episode:
Brian’s article on LGBTQ activism + the wise people meeting Jesus
Is Christianity all about saying a prayer and getting into heaven?
Matthew 2:1-12
After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in the territory of Judea during the rule of King Herod, magi came from the east to Jerusalem. They as...2019-01-0100 min
Standing StrongerSSP Podcast S2E7 What Does Your Perfect Day Look Like? We all have a vision of what our perfect workday looks like. Could we start taking steps to make that perfect day a reality? I think we can.Most days will not be perfect. Life happens, however, most of us are nowhere near the vision of what we would consider a perfect day. So, instead of staying the same, why not take steps to make your days as close to perfect as possible.Today that is what our talk revolves around. 2018-09-1922 min
Cool Kids Table053 - Sequinox 012: ...Is That Dames Are Trouble (Sailor Moon RPG)After being charged by an alternate universe Caroline to find Ethan, Hannah, Chell, Sid, and Yuki must do their best to pretend to be detectives in this noirish world. Can they get the stuff together to find their friend? And if they do, will they like what they find? Join Josh, Shannon, Alan, Cassidy, and Jake in this episode of Sequinox to find out!Twitter: @CKTcastEmail: CKTcast@gmail.com.Talk about the show using the hashtag #CKTcast or #Sequinox!Jake: @jj_masonJosh: @JNics04Shannon: @shannonmanorAlan: @Alan_Sells2018-09-1000 min
Standing StrongerSSP Podcast S2E6 Frustration, Mold and Pee SSP Podcast S2E6 Frustration, Mold and PeeWhen it comes to frustration we all have a choice, we can either respond or we can react. Whenever frustration comes your way how do you handle it? Do you respond to it or do you react to it? In today's episode, we talk about a weekend that started very frustrating and how we made a choice to respond in a positive manner instead of reacting negatively.You get to hear about how Shannon almost needed to pee in a cup. Then we asked the question have...2018-09-0638 min
Standing StrongerSSP Podcast S2E4 Your Clutter vs My Clutter She said I am a hoarder and the clutter was driving her crazy. So she gave it all away! Find out how we deal with clutter and a few tips on how to clear a cluttered mind and a cluttered desk. 2018-08-2924 min
Standing StrongerSSP Podcast S2E4 Dont Compare The Beginning Do not compare somebody else's middle with your beginning. Often we judge ourselves by what we see in other people. Our perception is that their lives are much better than they actually are. It comes down to the grass is always greener on the other side. Often times we think our life would be so much better if we just had, if we just did, if we just were…We need to realize that our lives have unlimited potential. It is up to us to unleash that potential. If we are not where we want to be at...2018-08-2233 min
Standing StrongerS2E3 At What Age Do We Give Up? At What Age Do We Give Up?This week the question arose, at what age do we stop achieving in life and become comfortable with life?For Little Shannon, at the age of 30 you start wondering if this is how life will always be? Am I doing anything purposeful? I think you start questioning life around that age. By 35 I think people just say this is my life and I am too old to change it.Why do you think this happens?Join us as we walk you through the 15 tip article below...2018-08-1549 min
Standing StrongerWhy Does It Matter Standing Stronger PodcastSeason 2: Episode 2Why does it matter?Welcome back: What is new since last week with Big Shannon?What is new with Little Shannon? Last week before school starts. Jordan starts 7th grade and Makenzie starts VPK. I am a Senior. Looking forward to a routine again. Summer is fun but I work best with a plan for the week.So we strive to help our listeners feel as they are not alone here. We all face trials in a day but that does not define who we are...2018-08-0831 min
Standing StrongerWhy are we back? Welcome Back- Season 1 was about anxiety, depression, suicide attempt, child abuse, brain surgery, dad passing, and knowing that you are not alone. The struggles are real and we did our best to bring hope to the hopeless and have healing for ourselves during that time.Nowwwww we are on to the next chapter. We are thriving, happy, struggling, broken at times but better together. We are here in Season 2 to continue bringing hope and to bring laughter in our everyday lives and to help our listeners understand that we all have trials or struggles but those things...2018-08-0126 minQueer TheologyDon’t get trapped by anti-LGBTQ Christians – Matthew 22:15-22In this episode, we look at
More snarky Jesus
how we get the same few questions at Queer Theology, how that relates to this passage, and what that means for LGBTQ people
how Jesus doesn’t really answer the question — and why that’s important
Questions that LGBTQ people get from Christians and how we see ourselves in this passage
you can’t win under respectability politics — you can never be “good enough”
we’re hosting a webinar to talk all about sex on October 29 at 4pm eastern. Register at queertheology.com/sextalk
Read the transcript (PDF)
Matthew 2...2017-10-1700 min
Standing StrongerSS014 Talk To A Professional Today we talk to the Christian Counselor that helped me through one of the toughest times of my life.Lisa has been a professional counselor for over 20 years. She works with individuals, couples, families, and children. She treats issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, stress, parenting, behavior management, and childhood abuse issues. Lisa is a Christian and is very active in her church.Lisa was a great help to me and see really brings a ton of helpful advice to today’s podcast. See discusses some signs and symptoms you may experience with depre...2015-03-0451 min
Standing StrongerSS 013 Rage Monster What is Anger?A strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostilityWhat is Rage?Violent, Uncontrollable angerBig Shannon’s background with Anger and Rage….Little Shannon the emotion of anger usually comes from your disappointment in something due to an expectation you have set.Unknown author- Story on Pinterest about the wolves….how do you feed evil? Talk about it to the wrong people that add fuel to the fire.how do you feed good? seek wise counsel, someone who is calm, realistic, good character, someon...2015-03-0441 min
Standing StrongerSS 012 Big Fat Scaredy Cat In today’s episode we cryptically describe a situation that is happening in our lives and how the fear of the unknown has crept it. So we thought it would be perfect to talk about fear today, and we lay out 4 tips on how you can confront and overcome your fears.Get out of the fear cycleFace your FearsRealize that most of the fear you experience is simply made up in your own mindLet go and let God handle it Resources talked abo...2015-03-0435 min
Standing StrongerSS 011 Watching Water Boil Have you ever sat and watched water boil? Man, it takes forever! However, if yo u put it on the stove, walk away, and continue to works… it boils in no time flat. So, how can we apply this principle of boiling water into our everyday lives?Thant is what we talk about in today podcast.3 Tips to making the water boil…Know The processKeep WorkingKnow The end resultResources talked about in today’s podcast:The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisi...2015-03-0427 min
Standing StrongerSS 010 Floss, Toilets, and Discipline “We must all suffer from one of two pains: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret. The difference is discipline weighs ounces while regret weighs tons.” — Jim RohnIf you need a laugh the Shannon’s brought it today. As always we are real people with real stories that everyone can relate to.Everything worth achieving takes discipline. Whether it’s the simple task of flossing, making the decision to exercise, or running your business.The great Jim Rohn said “ We must all suffer one of two things. The pain of disc...2014-10-1736 min
Standing StrongerSS 009 Stop Creating Your Valleys “Stop Creating Your Valleys” – ShannonHerodin today’s episode we talk about how you can build self-esteem and self-worth through believing in yourself. We cover four valid points…Believe in yourselfStop the negative talkAffirmationsContinuing educationSubscribe to the Podcast[saf feature=”itunes” cta=”Subscribe on iTunes”] [saf feature=”stitcher”]Support The ShowOur Podcast and site is sponsored by you, the listener. If you feel you like to become a friend of the show and show your support pl...2014-09-2546 min
Standing StrongerSS 008 You Are Valid, You Are Valuable, You Are Miraculous! “You’re Valid, You’re Valuable, You Are Miraculous! Do Not Let Somebody Else Determine Your Worth.” – Carrie WilkersonThis is an episode you will not want to miss. Carrie Wilkerson is our guest today and man o man does she rock the podcast. She talks about everything from her struggle with depression to giving us her #1 habit that helps her even today.Carrie is called CEO “ Chief Encouragement Officer” and that is exactly what she is. She was someone that spoke to Big Shannon at one of the worst times in his life and...2014-09-2336 min
Standing StrongerSS 007 Yeah Right – You Were Healed? “Yeah Right You Were Healed”In this Episode we continue Little Shannon’s brain surgery story. You will hear how brain surgery didn’t fix the problem and how seizures and short term memory loss came into play.During this time is when Big Shannon really started with anxiety and panic attacks while trying to take care of his wife and learning his father was dying. A lot to handle.Bruce Lee said “Do not pray for an easy life, pray for the strength to endure a difficult one”Shannon and...2014-09-1842 min
Standing StrongerSS 006 How My Wife Became a Crackhead – Our Story of Seizures Brain Surgery and Hope In this episode we talk about the time period in our life when little Shannon had to have brain surgery. It was a very trying time and one we will always remember very vividly. You can see how vividly we remember the experience while listening to the podcast.We talk about everything from how she was diagnosed, our feelings throughout the process, all the way up to when she had the brain surgery.We get so deep into the story we actually had to split this podcast up in just two episodes. So...2014-09-1642 min
Standing StrongerSS 005 My Story of Panic Attacks This Is My Story of PanicIt all started one night while I was alone in our tiny two bedroom townhouse. My wife had just had brain surgery and was suffering with a seizure disorder and short-term memory loss. My father had just passed away and I was in the midst of building a successful business.I will never forget that initial feeling. It started with clammy hands and quickly led to a light head. All of a sudden I started getting short of breath and my heart started pounding.2014-09-1143 min