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Episode #151 

Our Christian faith isn’t something that we set aside when we clock in at work. In fact, Paul said that we were supposed to pray without ceasing. That means we are to act with our faith at all times.

Join Ryan as he interviews Jerry Meeks, a legendary luxury home builder, renowned thought-leader, and author. Jerry’s journey of faith has brought him from humble beginnings to founder & CEO of Desert Star Construction, and his secret? You could say it was putting his faith to work.

In this episode:

00:58 | Introducing Jerry Meek, business owner and man of faith  

01:50 | From humble beginnings to breaking into the business world  

04:22 | The value in being a lifelong learner, asking for help, and healthy coaching

10:50 | Jerry’s testimony of finding Jesus, seeing God move in his business, and how God continues to guide his steps in the workplace (and why it is good for business)

16:15 | Trusting and believing in God, stewardship, and God owning your business  

19:06 | How to prioritize your time

21:15 | Listening to God: What it is, and how to do it

23:55 | Investing in people and becoming the place ‘people want to work’

26:13 | The ‘Great Resignation’, learning to develop people, and failures of leadership

31:35 | Integrity in business and faith  

33:57 | ‘Glorious Reflections’ – uncovering the life that God wants you to live based on what ‘HE’ wants

38:05 | Jerry’s daily habits  

Resources mentioned in the show:

Jerryrmeek.com

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Episode #150

Will more gun laws stop mass shootings? Absolutely not. This episode discusses some proposed gun controls like Red Flag laws. It also discusses Canada's recent legislation imposing a market cap on handguns, Australia's gun confiscation, and Joe Biden's politically charged speech following a recent mass shooting that killed 19 students and 2 teachers in Uvalde, Texas.

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Episode #149

In this episode, we celebrate reaching 100,000 downloads by taking a look at some top episodes and talking about what's coming next for Your Faith At Work. Help us celebrate by sharing an episode with someone you know will enjoy it.

God has strategically positioned each one of us to advance the Kingdom and bring Him glory right where we are. We need to be tuned in to what God is doing. This podcast will help you get an understanding of the times so you can know what you should do (1 Chronicles 12:32), and will help equip you know the Bible (Acts 17:11) and know how to apply the Bible in everyday life.

We also need you to encourage your church leaders to be true shepherds who are more like fathers than tour guides or motivational speakers (1 Corinthians 4:15). 

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Episode #148

"Term Limits will solve our government problems!" They want you to believe it, and a lot of us have. They’ll use your enemies to justify the stance and their argument is pretty compelling. There is just one problem- they’re wrong. Today we talk about term-limits. I used to be a believer. After some lengthy conversations and my own research, it is clear to me that term-limits are not the answer to our problems. In fact, term-limits would create a whole new world of problems for us all. 

Join Ryan as he discusses the hidden agenda within the term-limit camp with Tamara Scott, national committeewoman of the Republican Party of Iowa, and John Strathman, state central committee member for the Republican Party of Iowa.

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In this episode:

1:15 – Introducing Tamara Scott John Strathman
2:49 – Tamara Scott dives into the history (and failed experiment) of term-limits
5:33 – Intentional political agendas to control the Christian church
8:00 – Congress turnover data from John Strathman and why term-limits are not the answer 
13:11 – Why term-limits would bring an unfavorable reality for conservatives
16:58 – SHOCKING statistics on campaign donations coming in from out of state (even in Iowa) and how term limits would lead to even more corruption
19:31 – Two clear examples where term-limits would only make a bad situation worse   
23:57 – If term-limits are not the solution to the dysfunction in Congress, what is the answer? 
25:41 – The agenda to overhaul the Constitution of the United States
27:45 – Article 6 and the failure to uphold the oath of office    
30:32 – The people have the power (if they choose to use it)  
32:50 – Should the office of POTUS have term-limits?
34:10 – Convention of States     
42:35 – The other “constitutions”, federal spending, and balancing the budget

Resources from the show
Tamarascott.com
Tamara Scott Show Podcast

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The Supreme Court has voted to overturn Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, according to a draft opinion. Politico published the news of the leaked opinion. This overturning of the nearly 50-year-old ruling would return the issue of abortion to the states, which have a wide range of laws on the topic. This episode discusses the opinion and what it means for these states. It also discusses the one question that we need to answer when it comes to whether abortion should be allowed. Finally it also discusses how the USA compares to other countries when it comes to taking the life of the pre-born.

Select quotes from the draft opinion:

“Roe was egregiously wrong from the start. Its reasoning was exceptionally weak, and the decision has had damaging consequences. And far from bringing about a national settlement of the abortion issue, Roe and Casey have enflamed debate and deepened division.”
—Justice Samuel Alito in an initial draft majority opinion

“We hold that Roe and Casey must be overruled. The Constitution makes no reference to abortion, and no such right is implicitly protected by any constitutional provision....”
—Justice Samuel Alito in an initial draft majority opinion

Resources:
- Read the  reading news POLITICO article
- Read Justice Alito's 98-page initial draft majority opinion opinion which would overturn Roe v. Wade

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From corruption and scandal to dramatic waves of cultural influence, there should be no doubt that God has work for us in the entertainment industry. Join me as we hear filmmaker Matt Thayer’s testimony of trial and error and the intense shift that God can create in our mindsets. 

For most of us, our mission and ministry will not reach the doors of Hollywood. That wasn’t the case for filmmaker Matthew Thayer, Director of The Trump I Know and the new ReAwakening Series. Believe it or not, all the glitz and glamor of the enemy’s big stage lack any chance against God’s Kingdom. In today's episode, we hear from Matthew. His willingness to listen to God’s voice as a life-long learner has given him a passion to steward each gift with excellence by partnering with God.

In this episode:

1:09 – Introducing filmmaker Matthew Thayer

3:07 – Exploring different career paths. Working in finance with an itch to create

5:02 – Back when Disney was Disney

7:01 – Going through a divorce and then God shows up  

8:48 – Pursuing filmmaking as a family. Getting 8 million views on YouTube and winning film festivals.

10:29 – From producing commercials to interviewing President Donald J. Trump

14:25 – God teaches graphic design

18:28 – The Rapture, politics, and mistakes in Christian media

20:44 – Disrupting the enemy’s attacks on the entertainment industry. The Daniels and Josephs.

22:15 – The “woke” world, transgenderism, pedophilia, and the Christian/conservative exodus from Hollywood.

27:27 – The difference between propaganda, preaching, and telling a story.   

33:22 – What Christian storytellers need to learn and how they can easily win in the film industry, and create meaningful and impactful work

38:39 – Clay Clark and the ReAwaken America Tour

48:53 – Pursuing and engaging God in your work, culture, mission, and calling.

Resources:

Watch the ReAwakening Series at: https://reawakeningseries.com

"RE:AWAKENING is an epic docu-drama journeying through past, present, and future following modern day heroes as they re-awaken to our God given freedoms and His plan for humanity. Weaving entertaining storytelling along with current events, historical perspective, science, American values, and biblical truth, RE:AWAKENING is a cinematic experience you’ll never forget."

https://timetofreeamerica.com

https://www.thrivetimeshow.com/

Matthew Thayer's IMDb profile 

Spero Pictures 

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Does your “ministry” look like that of the early Christian church? If we are honest with ourselves (and if we open the book of Acts), the answer would probably be no.  In today's episode, we visit with evangelist Chris Kelly. Because of a radical encounter with Jesus as a young man, much of Chris’ ministry has looked very much like that of the book of Acts. His story is proof that God can take lost souls and use them for His glory.

Join me as we hear Chris’ testimony that expresses a humility that we can all relate to. God is still very much active today as He was in the early Church. Let this episode inspire you to be bold in your faith and expect God to show up. Every. Single. Time.

In this episode:

1:16 – Introducing Chris Kelly

3:00 – A tough childhood plagued with substance abuse and grief

8:51 – Visiting church

11:14 – Meeting Jesus and the beginning of a radical transformation

13:48 – Reading Scripture asking for understanding

16:28 – Experiencing supernatural healing during an intense time of prayer ministry

18:22 – The beginning of a healing ministry

19:33 – Praying for a professing Satanist

21:41 –  Street ministry

25:20 –  Experiencing God’s protection

30:42 – Confirming truth through Scripture and understanding forgiveness

33:54 – Ministering to Jehovah’s Witnesses’

35:35 – Hearing God’s voice

40:36 – Biblical thinking vs. worldly thinking (regarding but not limited to sexuality)

43:10 – Leading thousands to Jesus

44:51 – The Layman’s Bible College Institute – international reach

49:05 – Maintaining spiritual health

51:42 – Developing our own relationship with God  

Resources:

Laymen Bible College Institute - Learn more, donate and support

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Episode #144

This episode will change the way you think about the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.  Ryan discusses specific details of what Jesus went through and evidence for the resurrection. Plus, you'll learn about a fun Easter Egg Activity you can do that keeps Jesus at the center of your Easter fun.

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Text "Easter Egg Activity" to 833-261-1784

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Episode #143

Do you think it's inappropriate to have pornography in schools with small children? Do you think parents have a right to know what their children are taught in schools?  Do you believe you have a right to make your own medical choices? Do you believe the government should be able to seize private property so corporations can profit? Do you think public policy should be made based on special interests and the debatable pseudo-science of climate change?

On this episode, Ryan is joined by Iowa State Representative Sandy Salmon to discuss these critical topics and what is happening in Iowa today.

Learn more about Rep. Sandy Salmon and contribute to her campaign at SandySalmon.org.

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Other references for topics discussed in the show:

REP. SALMON: Very disappointed GOP leadership says House is not interested in criminal penalties for those putting pornographic materials in schools

WATCH: Rep. Salmon discusses criminal penalties for educators providing porn to kids

WATCH: Rep. Salmon discusses her amendment on House floor that addressed obscene, pornographic materials in schools

Rep. Salmon will seek Iowa Senate District 29 seat

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Episode #142

This episode discusses the importance of how we respond to accusations from the enemy and even from ourselves. We can't answer in self-defense; we must answer with the Blood of Jesus. But what does that look like? What happens if we answer another way? Listen to this episode to get answers to these questions and more.

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