Michael Carroll Podcast

In this episode we had Dr. Carmen Imes who is an incredible Author and Old Testament Scholar on the line with us. The topic was bearing God's Name and why the Covenant God made with Israel at Mt. Sinai has huge implications and meaning for Christians today. Have you ever heard the commandment do not take the Lord's name in vain? I'm willing to bet after listening to this episode you're going to have a whole new appreciation for what the 2nd commandment in the Ten Commandments really is saying. God wasn't just making sure Israel didn't use a swear word with His name in it. Israel was a dislocated, unorganized and traumatized group of people who had just been freed from oppression and slavery. God's Name was being bestowed upon them as a blessing and it brought purpose, security and identity to this unorganized group of people getting ready to become a nation. Carrying God's Name meant so much more in that moment than we often realize. Tune in to this episode to learn more about this as Dr. Imes unpacks sections of her book. You're going to need a notepad so grab one and come hang out with us for a few!

- Connect with Dr. Carmen Imes on Twitter - https://twitter.com/carmenjoyimes

- Connect with Dr. Carmen Imes on her blog - http://www.carmenjoyimes.blogspot.com/

- Subscribe to Dr. Carmen Imes on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVM-Oq9H-LqH0RJJulhvjlg?view_as=subscriber

- Purchase "Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters" (popular version) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0830852697/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_7B8cFb29XGYE3

- Purchase Published Dissertation (Academic Version) - https://www.eisenbrauns.org/books/titles/978-1-57506-772-8.html

- Purchase Matthew Bates Book - "Gospel Allegiance: What Faith in Jesus Misses for Salvation in Christ" - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1587434296/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_oE8cFbW4BB94X

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In this episode Pastor Eli Brown is on the line and we address the topic of Social Injustice, and how to have uncomfortable conversations that inform and lead to growth and change. All across the world voices are being heard from a wide variety of perspectives. As Christians who are desiring to truly make an impact and make disciples who reflect the Kingdom of God, we are left with the task of addressing these conversations and topics with one goal in mind, unity and justice. Justice and unity is a biblical mandate that all Christians are tasked with pursuing. So how do we move forward in a climate that can quickly become toxic and uninviting? Pastor Eli brings incredible wisdom and insight as we explore this conversation and give practical tips to how we can communicate effectively as justice people united in love. Come hang out with us for a few!

- Connect with Eli Brown on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EliBrown

- Connect with Eli Brown on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/elirbrown/

- Watch 13th on Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/title/80091741

- Purchase "How to Talk to Kids About Racism & Diversity in Your Home" book - https://ashleysolberg.com/how-to-talk-to-kids-about-racism-books-about-diversity-for-children/

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In this episode we have Trenton Jackson who is the founder of a company called "Jesus Loves You." We had a great time talking about the story of Jesus Loves You as well as hearing Trenton's passion to help people realize and pursue their purpose in life. Trenton has an amazing heart for people and it comes out in this episode as we talk everything from church, ministry outside the walls, being an entrepreneur and the lessons he has learned along the way. Make sure to tune in to the end and don't miss the special PROMO CODE - "CONVERSATIONS" that you can use on all JESUS LOVES YOU apparel. Come hang with us for a few!

Connect with Trenton Jackson on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/trentonjjackson/

Connect with Jesus Loves You on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jesuslovesyouco/

Shop Jesus Loves You - https://jesuslovesyou.company (PROMO CODE - CONVERSATIONS)

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Today we had Pastor Tommy Kyllonen come hang for a few and talk about the story of Crossover Church and how him and his wife have been on a mission to reach and rebuild the city of Tampa. Crossover Church is an anomaly in many ways, and Pastor Tommy shares his heart for neighborhoods that often go overlooked. This story of God's faithfulness is powerful and sets the table for wisdom and insight as to how leaders in the church can respond in the face of a global pandemic and the cries for justice being heard throughout the world today. Make sure to grab a notepad and come hang out with us for a few!

Connect with Tommy Kyllonen on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/urband813/

Connect with Tommy Kyllonen on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TommyKyllonen

Connect with Tommy Kyllonen on Twitter - https://twitter.com/urband813

Purchase Tommy's latest book "Love Our City" on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Love-Our-City-Learning-ourselves/dp/1732778205/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Tommy+kyllonen&qid=1593118641&sr=8-2

Connect with Crossover Church on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/crossover813/

Connect with Crossover Church on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/crossover813/

Connect with Crossover Church on Twitter - https://twitter.com/crossover813

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In this episode we had Pastor Christopher J. Harris from Crossover Church in Tampa Florida on the line with us, and this conversation quickly got powerful! This conversation set the table for a Christian response to racism and injustice as Pastor Christopher shared some wisdom and insight with us that we believe can help all of us take real practical steps forward towards healing this nation of injustice. It doesn't matter who you are, or what your experience has been in life, everyone needs to listen to this conversation! Hope you can come hang out with us for a few!

Connect with Pastor Christopher - https://linktr.ee/cjharrisone

Resources that were referenced in this episode - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BJ-OJoo_6ElOxzQHmhsQa2h-cZGJeJ6-yG9dOPsJSbA/edit?usp=sharing

Connect with Crossover Church - http://crossoverchurch.org

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We had Ben Cooley with us today and we talked the fight against human trafficking across the world, and what people need to know to get informed and help make a difference. Every day men women and children are being trafficked against their will, and most often it's happening right in front of us and many people never realize what's going on behind the scenes. Ben and the amazing team at Hope For Justice have made it their life long passion and mission to destroy this trade and bring justice to the most vulnerable and oppressed. Please tune in to learn a little more about this important topic and then go to the website below to check out Hope For Justice and find ways to get informed and involved!

- Connect with Hope For Justice - https://hopeforjustice.org

- Follow Hope For Justice on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hopeforjusticeintl/

- Follow Ben Cooley on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bencooley/

- Get Ben Cooleys latest book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0830778500/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_Mro4EbAC1MNMT

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Today was a powerful moment as Marquez Hughley came by to share some of his own experiences dealing with systemic racism and injustice in the workplace, and how he feels it has worked its way out into the systems of our society and government. Marquez brought inspiration and encourage as he talked about biblical principles of unity and hope for a better future. We also talked about steps that we can take moving forward to practically walk out living to make a difference. I STRONGLY encourage you to listen in to this conversation!

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This episode we had Akande Davis (FKA as "Davis Absolute" and currently known as "FLF") who is a hip-hop artist/entrepreneur and is widely known in many circles within the Christian Hip Hop community as being someone who is passionate about living a life submitted to Jesus in all that he does. I particularly loved this talk because Akande is also a great friend of mine. We got into everything, from COVID, Media and how we allow the atmosphere of our minds and our house to be controlled or influenced by what we take in, to how we use our finances for a life submitted to Jesus. This conversation was a lot of fun and packed full of little gems as Akande shared his heart on various topics. Hope you can come hang out with us for a few, I know this conversation is going to bless you!

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Have you ever struggled believing in your dreams God has given you? Do you walk through tensions of heaviness, depression, discouragement or doubt that keep you from walking out what God has called you to? If you have (which is everyone of us) YOU NEED TO LISTEN to this episode! We have Jonathan Rivera with us and the table is set to put it all out there. The good, bad and ugly. What does it take to push through all of the messy parts of life, our own emotions and fears, and stay motivated and encouraged to keep pressing to see our God-given dreams to make an impact in this world become a reality. Please don't miss this talk, we really believe it is going to breathe life into your heart and life over your dreams! Come hang out with us for a few!

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In this episode Arden Bevere came by and the conversation inspired us all! He shared the vision behind Sons & Daughters and talked about how God birthed this in him through a season of of learning to remain humble regardless of the position of ministry you find yourself in. We loved our time with Arden and we know this talk is going to bless you! Come hang out with us for a few!

- Connect with Arden Bevere on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/beverearden/

- Connect with Arden Bevere on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/arden.bevere

- Connect with Sons and Daughters on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sonsanddaughterstv/

- Connect with Sons and Daughters (linktree) - https://linktr.ee/sonsanddaughterstv

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