Plugged In's Adam Holz looks back at the legacy of the late media mogul Ted Turner and how his innovations like CNN changed the way we ingest news and information. Also, even with several potentially exciting movies this Summer, is cinema dead? Is the monocultural gone? Daniel K. Williams, author of "Politics of the Cross," gives an historical backdrop to our current crisis of political polarization and how we need to find our identity in Christ, not politics.  We can see the parties as imperfect tools, but ones Christians can work through to acccomplish policies for the common good? 

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The Joy Bringer Podcast - Jonah Ch 3 (Can God Change His Mind?)

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In this insightful episode, Season Bowers reads and explores the complex question of whether God can change His mind, using Jonah chapter 3 as a foundation. She discusses theological perspectives, biblical examples, and personal stories to illuminate God's nature and His dealings with humanity.

God's mind, Jonah, theology, divine change, biblical interpretation, God's nature, repentance, grace, mercy, personal faith journey, Season Bowers, Joy Bringer

God's ability to change His mind

God communicates with us in human terms to help us understand His nature.

00:00 Exploring the Theological Question: Can God Change His Mind?

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Jonah 3 (Bible) - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jonah+3&version=NIV

It doesn’t take long for something new to lose its appeal. Dr. Tony Evans explains how that fading satisfaction reveals a deeper truth that life without God will always fall short of real purpose.

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Speaking God’s Language – Throughout the Bible, God encourages us to bring before him our worship and praise, confession, thanksgivings, intercessions, and petitions. As Christians grow in the discipline of praying, it becomes clear that there is always more to learn. Joni Eareckson Tada shares insights and personal stories that will hone your skill of including scripture in your prayers.

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The enemy doesn’t show up to inconvenience you … he comes to steal, kill, and destroy. Today on BOLD STEPS, Mark Jobe tackles the question of spiritual robbery.  What has been taken from your life that God intended for you to have?  Peace, purpose, freedom, joy?  This message names the thief ... and points you to the only One who can take it all back. Listen to Bold Steps with Pastor Mark Jobe.

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Along with reflecting on the passing of media mogul Ted Turner, Carmen spends time to lead us in prayer on this National Day of Prayer.  Plus, she honors her husband on their 15th anniversary!  Becky Harling, author of "Friend-Wise," draws from the book of Proverbs to learn essential relational skills to better cultivate friendships.  

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Life without God eventually proves empty and meaningless, no matter our accomplishments or possessions. Dr. Tony Evans explains how a divine perspective leads to a fulfilling present and an eternal future.

How Can You Maintain Culture When Your Company Scales Rapidly?

On this episode of TIPS, hosts Ashlie and Gilbert welcome Brianna Montgomery—Director of Enterprise Learning and Development at Rivian, Concordia University Irvine alum, and former Townsend Institute faculty member—to explore how cutting-edge learning strategies scale culture in a rapidly growing company.

Drawing from her journey through Jack in the Box, Chipotle, and now Rivian, Brianna reveals how innovative companies equip managers to lead through ambiguity, rapid growth, and high-stakes change.

You'll discover:

• How AI roleplay bots create psychological safety for managers to practice difficult conversations with real-time feedback
• Why "meetings in a box" (30+ plug-and-play team tools) empower managers to lead through Tuckman's stages of team development
• Rivian's Compass Values framework: turning aspirational values into specific, measurable behaviors embedded across the entire employee lifecycle
• The power of "zoom out" and "stay open": how to see the bigger picture while holding convictions loosely
• Why minimum viable product thinking (progress over perfection) accelerates both learning and innovation
• How a two-day onboarding program becomes the first impression that shapes culture for thousands of new hires

Whether you're scaling learning and development, building manager capability, or seeking to maintain culture during rapid growth, this conversation offers a blueprint for mission-driven leadership at scale.

Perfect for: L&D professionals, organizational leaders, tech company executives, managers navigating rapid growth, anyone seeking to scale culture authentically.

Rivian Stories | Electric Vehicle Adventures

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Episode music is "Psalm 1 (That Man)" featuring Tommy Walker, Ben Lange, & Kip Fox, produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Songwriter Initiative⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ of The Center for Worship Leadership at Concordia University Irvine.

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Speaking God’s Language – Throughout the Bible, God encourages us to bring before him our worship and praise, confession, thanksgivings, intercessions, and petitions. As Christians grow in the discipline of praying, it becomes clear that there is always more to learn. Joni Eareckson Tada shares insights and personal stories that will hone your skill of including scripture in your prayers.

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*Limit one copy per person*

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Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

The people in the room matter more than you think.  Today on BOLD STEPS, Mark Jobe unpacks why Jesus cleared the doubters out before He raised Jairus’s daughter.  An atmosphere of faith doesn’t happen by accident … and the people you let closest to your situation can either amplify belief or smother it.  It’s a lesson you won’t soon forget ... Listen to Bold Steps with Pastor Mark Jobe.

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