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Leadership!  Have you ever felt alone in a situation….like you were the only one taking a stand for what is right?  Maybe you looked around and saw others who were slacking or disregarding a task or a position.  

The Lord is looking for men to fill voids in the world.  In God’s Word, the Bible, the book of Ezekiel 22:30 says, “And I sought for a man among them that should make up the hedge and stand in the gap before Me for the land, that I should not destroy it; but I found none.”  Today's emphasis is on male leadership, but females also can take to heart some truths for taking a stand for the Lord as well. 

Collin suggests ways to lead well: 
^  Clean your own room (Matthew 7:5)
^  Stand in the gap (Ezekiel 22:30)
^  Contend for the Faith (Galatians 1:8,9)

Recommended References: 
>  Atomic Habits by James Clear
>  Everyone Communicates, Few Connect by John Maxwell
>  Eat More Chikin: Inspire More People by Truett Cathy
>  The Prayer Of Jabez by Bruce Wilkinson
>  12 Rules For Life by Jordan Peterson

Previous Episodes with Collin Pearson:

https://1051165.buzzsprout.com/1051165/4418693-america-the-beautiful-with-collin-pearson-justin-pearson

https://1051165.buzzsprout.com/1051165/5096068-homeschool-heroes-with-collin-ashlyn-and-justin

https://1051165.buzzsprout.com/1051165/5715232-is-the-bible-credible-with-collin-pearson

https://1051165.buzzsprout.com/1051165/7953772-does-god-really-exist-with-collin-pearson

Connect with Collin:  [email protected]

Today we are delighted to have a homeschool mom on our show with us.  Jenn is a BJ Press homeschool consultant and has a fascinating story that she and her family have been weaving together so please welcome her into your hearts and into your home as you listen.   
In most parts of the world, schools are taking breaks to sort of reset for the upcoming school terms.  That’s also a great time for families to spend extra opportunities to relax, to catch up on other work, and to explore places together.  Whether you send your kids to a traditional school or you school them in your home, education is a vital developmental period for young people.  The Bible should be our standard for rearing children for the Lord.   

 Deuteronomy 6:5-9
5 And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. 6 And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: 7 And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. 8 And thou shalt bind them for a sign upon thine hand, and they shall be as frontlets between thine eyes. 9 And thou shalt write them upon the posts of thy house, and on thy gates.

Education begins in the home.  The Lord desires parents to intentionally choose to teach their children God’s Word.  And it’s also important that they grow not only in their knowledge of the Bible but also in other areas as we read in Luke 2:52 of our perfect example:  “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.”

How to trust Jesus as your Savior:
Jesus Christ  died  for your sin.
“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8
Admit you are a sinner and believe on Jesus to be your Savior.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Romans 10:13
Read God’s Word and attend a Bible teaching church.
“But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.” 2 Peter 3:18

 https://hslda.org/
Homeschool Legal Defense

homeschoolhelp.com\jenn-leeds
https://www.homeworksbyprecept.com/Jennifer-Leeds

Meditation…. What  is it?  Who should we meditate on?  Why should we meditate?  How should we mediate?
We can all relate to times of  feeling so overwhelmed with events going on in our lives that our thoughts seem to get the better of us.  Sometimes those thoughts can make us happy, or scared, or sad, or even depressed.  The Bible talks about meditation that can influence our thoughts.  Psalm 19:14 from God’s Word the Bible says, “Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my Strength and my Redeemer.”  That’s such a powerful verse that reflects just how much God cares about our thoughts and our meditation. 

Jesus Christ  died  for your sin.
“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8
Admit you are a sinner and believe on Jesus to be your Savior.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Romans 10:13
Read God’s Word and attend a Bible teaching church.
“But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.” 2 Peter 3:18

Philippians 4:8; Psalm 94:19; Psalm 143:4,5; Isaiah 26:3; Psalm 63:5,6; Psalm 37:25; Psalm 34:8; Psalm 119:165; Philippians 4:7; Proverbs 16:13

Cindy’s Spanish podcast:
https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMzc5ODU0LnJzcw

Bible reading plans:
https://www.biblegateway.com/reading-plans/old-new-testament/today?version=KJV
Chronological https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-reading-plan/chronological.html

This is the LORD’S doing; it is marvelous in our eyes. Psalm 118:24.
 Our friend Justin Pearson is returning in this episode to share about some pretty amazing things that God has been doing in his life over the past year.  You will be challenged to also reflect back on mountains and valleys that you have gone through with the encouragement to intentionally influence those around you.
Justin is the owner and CEO of his business Baldwin Aerospace that specializes in engine design for commercial and urban aviation. 
Listener, if you are interested in using your skills with Justin’s aviation team—no matter your field of industry—contact him at: [email protected]

“Be merciful unto me, O God: for man would swallow me up; he fighting daily oppresseth me.  Mine enemies would daily swallow me up: for they be many that fight against me, O thou most High. What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee. In God I will praise His word, in God I have put my trust; I will not fear what flesh can do unto me.”
Psalm 56:1-4

Book recommendations:
Peaks and Valleys: Making Good and Bad Times Work for You--at Work and in Life
by Spencer Johnson
How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie

Justin is no stranger to this podcast and has been on several episodes where he talks about traveling the United States as a truck driver with his brother Collin as well as an episode about homeschooling experiences where their sister Ashlyn joins them.  Here are the links to those episodes so you can listen to their interesting stories and educational tips.

Website to contact Justin Pearson and his team: https://www.baldwinaerospace.com/


https://1051165.buzzsprout.com/1051165/4333442-the-steps-of-a-good-man-with-justin-pearson

https://1051165.buzzsprout.com/1051165/4418693-america-the-beautiful-with-collin-pearson-justin-pearson

https://1051165.buzzsprout.com/1051165/5096068-homeschool-heroes-with-collin-ashlyn-and-justin

Today we are excited to talk about another way to have “fun in the sun while growing in the Son” and that is through attending Bible clubs in your neighborhood or at a local church.  We have joining us today Jonathan and Jared who are currently traveling this summer with Neighborhood Bible Time.  We’ll also chat about other Bible clubs that you can get involved with in your area. 

Jesus Christ  died  for your sin.
“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8
Admit you are a sinner and believe on Jesus to be your Savior.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Romans 10:13
Read God’s Word and attend a Bible teaching church.
“But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.” 2 Peter 3:18

https://nbtime.org/

“Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.”  1 Corinthians 10:31
Today’s show kicks off our summer theme of “Fun in the Sun as we Grow in the Son”, and that of course refers to Jesus, Who desires for all people to know Him as their Saviour.  At  Christian camps we can get away from the noise of city life and into a quiet environment where we we can enjoy God’s creation.  It’s also a great place for the Lord to change hearts thru Bible preaching and teaching.  Friendships are made and daring acts are exploited.  Maybe you would like to create your own camp opportunities for family by hosting a “Grandma’s  Camp”.
Today’s episode highlights stories from campers, counselors and directors.  Perhaps you feel led to attend or to give so others may attend camp. 
Click links below for more information:
https://billriceranch.org/
https://wilds.org/
http://campsalvation.org/
https://www.kmminc.org/

Warning: some content  in this episode is not suitable for children.  Joining us today is an anonymous friend who shares her story of God’s grace through very difficult times.  “God can make our mess into a message”!

“To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he might be glorified.” Isaiah 61:3

God doesn’t just move the ashes of tragedy over, but He replaces them with something beautiful so that He may be glorified . 

2 Corinthians 5:17 says, “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.”

“But He knoweth the way that I take: when He hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.” Job 23:10

1 Timothy 1:12 reads, “And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who hath enabled me, for that He counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry.”
Thank you, listeners around the world, for tuning into our show.  We know this is a busy time of year for many listeners as graduations are taking place worldwide.  Some of you may have friends or family members who are graduating from kindergarten, high school, college or even other levels of higher learning. 
Throughout all of the busyness, we hope you will take time to look back and reflect on how God has helped you or that graduate over the course of learning.  Today we want to do just that as we are honored to have Michael Huygens with us who is a recent graduate of Bible college.
There is an even higher level of learning which is knowing God’s Word.  We want to encourage all our listeners, whether you have attended college or not, you can pursue that higher level of studying God’s Word.  Read the Bible, memorize its words, and meditate on the truths that God shows as your heart is changed. 

Listen to Michael’s recent sermons
https://www.maranatha-baptist.org/live.html
Listen to Cindy’s Spanish podcast
https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMzc5ODU0LnJzcw?ep=14

Today we have an exciting episode as we talk about adoption.  “For this child I prayed; and the Lord hath given me my petition which I asked of him:” (1 Samuel 1:27) Not all adoptions have happy beginnings or endings, so today we would like to talk about some of those ups and downs.  My friends and I are glad to have Vanessa Shaffer joining us today as she shares about the journey God has taken her and her husband through in adopting.  
“To redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons. And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father. Wherefore thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.”  Galatians‬ ‭4:5-7 
"For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father." (Romans 8:15)
Vanessa’s husband pastors a church:
https://www.eagleheights.org/

Every day can be a great day to let your mother or your mentor mom know how much you appreciate her! Enjoy this week’s  episode as voices from around the world share what they appreciate about the mothers who have influenced their lives. 💕

“A gracious woman retaineth honour...”
{Proverbs 11:16}

Thank you to those who shared!
John, Maggie, Sharon, Austin, Kate, Susan, Becky, Samuel, Don, Bridget, Patty A., Belinda, Patty R., Paula

Link to last years special Mother’s Day episode
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1051165/3670129-her-children-call-her-blessed-mother-s-day-celebration