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This week, our guest Dr. Karl Pagenkemper joins us to explore a controversial topic related to the Bible and a current documentary called "1946: The Mistranslation that Shifted a Culture". We discuss the process of textual criticism and how scholars determine the authenticity of variant readings of a biblical text. We also address criticisms of the Bible's inconsistencies and explore how the Bible was put together and how we can trust it. 

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11:42 1946

This week, we're talking about toxic positivity, which is the idea that attempting to be happy all the time might really be bad for our mental health. We'll examine the reasons for the prevalence of this mindset and offer advice on how to identify and deal with it in our own lives.

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06:54 TOXIC POSITIVITY 

This week we talk Jim Ratte, a retired Navy officer turned church executive leader, about serving God and country. He shares his experiences balancing his allegiance to both and offers practical advice on avoiding politicizing our faith as Christians.

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07:32 JIM RATTE

This week we explore the concept of weaponized incompetence, which is the intentional use of ignorance or incompetence as a strategy to achieve a goal. We'll discuss how this tactic is used, the psychology behind it, and its impact on individuals and society. We'll also provide strategies for countering this behavior.

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This week Alex chats with Mike Planeta, a fan-favorite contestant from The Bachelorette. Mike shares his experience being on the show and talks about his life outside of it as a gym owner and fitness coach. He also opens up about the role that faith plays in his life and how it has helped him navigate challenging situations.

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09:06 MIKE PLANETA

This week we speak with Julie Shrader, Founder and CEO of Rejuvenating Women, an organization dedicated to helping survivors of sex trafficking heal and rebuild their lives. Julie shares her firsthand experiences working with survivors and sheds light on the harsh realities of sex trafficking, including how it happens and who is most at risk.

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11:37 SEX TRAFFICKING

Bestselling author and speaker Rebekah Lyons shares her personal journey of overcoming anxiety and finding freedom in faith. She offers practical advice for managing panic attacks and cultivating resilience, making this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of mental health and spirituality.

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06:34 REBEKAH LYONS

Last week Lead Minister Mark, and the CCC College Community visited the Asbury Outpouring in Kentucky. Join us as they discuss their experiences and their hopes to respond moving forward.

This week we are joined by Dianne Amstutz, counselor at CityCare Counseling, to discuss codependency. We take a deep dive into what it means, how it develops in someone, as well as warning signs and solutions.

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07:11 CODEPENDENCYv

This week Alex chats with Dr. Paul Putz, Assistant Director of the Faith & Sports Institute at Baylor. They discuss the $1 billion ad campaign for Jesus, known as “He Gets Us.”

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09:01 DR. PAUL PUTZ