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Today’s episode is a bit of a history lesson. We’re going back to first century Rome, to the time of the apostle Paul and the emperor Nero. Readers of the New Testament have learned a lot from Paul, but the life of Nero offers a critical lesson as well.

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Are you pressing towards God? Or just waiting for something to happen? That’s the discussion today on BOLD STEPS. Last time, Pastor Mark Jobe began unpacking what it means to live with resurrection power and true spiritual transformation. Today, we're diving deeper into the Apostle Paul's honest confession in Philippians chapter 3, where he admits he hasn't "arrived" spiritually, but refuses to stop pressing forward toward Christ.

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If the government thinks it can grant rights, then they can also take them away. 

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Our relationship with Jesus isn't a secret to be hoarded; it is a story to be heralded! The disciples were seated behind closed doors (sounds like a lot of churches). Jesus wanted them out, giving away what they had been given. Let's see how these early followers went from panic to peace, from perplexity to purpose, and from protection to power. It's a great journey. Are you up for it?

John and Maria discuss the President deploying the National Guard to American cities, and what the arrest of a comedian in the U.K. for social media posts signifies. Also, Sen. Tim Kaine misunderstands human rights. John has a conversation with Jack Phillips and answers listener questions about “Shiny, Happy, People.”

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Segment 1 - News Headlines 

Associated Press: As Trump threatens more Guard troops in US cities, here’s what the law allows 

Comedian Arrested in U.K. for tweets  

National Review: Malcolm Gladwell Reaches His Tipping Point on Trans Athletes 

Segment 2 - Our Rights Come From God 

Ted Cruz Confronts Tim Kaine  

MSN: Kaine sparks backlash after calling Declaration of Independence's God-given rights ‘extremely troubling’ 

Segment 3 - Jack Phillips: Life Lived Forward  

Comments from Listeners 

US Weekly: Shiny, Happy People 

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Can more control really give you more peace? Nate Heitzig reveals how letting go and trusting God leads to true freedom from worry.

What happens when a small startup takes on Hollywood and actually wins?

Angel Studios is rewriting the rules of entertainment. In this episode, founder Jeff Harmon reveals how their audience-powered model turned shows like The Chosen and Sound of Freedom into cultural phenomena. Instead of Hollywood executives deciding what makes it to theaters, Angel puts the power in the hands of viewers, creating a movement for faith-filled, family-friendly storytelling.

This is the ultimate underdog story: a values-driven company challenging entertainment giants and proving that good stories can change the culture. Tune in to hear how you can be part of the fight for better media and discover uplifting shows your whole family can enjoy.

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Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org.

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