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Biblical scholars Brandon O'Brien and Randy Richards shed light on the ways that Western readers often misunderstand the cultural dynamics of the Bible. They identify nine key areas where modern Westerners have significantly different assumptions about what might be going on in a text. Drawing on their own cross-cultural experience in global mission, O'Brien and Richards show how better self-awareness and understanding of cultural differences in language, time, and social mores allow us to see the Bible in fresh and unexpected ways.

The Hopi share tales of a devastating global flood like those found in cultures across the world. But some also speak of beings from the stars, massive flying objects, and a cataclysmic war between two hyper-advanced civilizations—Atlantis and Lemuria—that triggered this flood. But what if these stories aren't just mythology? What if they're real?

The apostle Paul was kind of a jerk. He was arrogant and stubborn. He called his opponents derogatory, racist names. He legitimized slavery and silenced women. He was a moralistic, homophobic killjoy who imposed his narrow religious views on others. Or was he? Randolph Richards and Brandon O'Brien explore the complicated persona and teachings of the apostle Paul. Unpacking his personal history and cultural context, they show how Paul both offended Roman perspectives and scandalized Jewish sensibilities.

Compiled by Xtina Marie, this heart-stopping conglomeration of terror represents the coming together of a whole bunch of the finest independent horror authors writing today.

Armed with a warning of a future Atlantis drowning in its own ruins, Robert Shaw, Kira Shelton, and Matt Jones return to the ancient past carrying a device that can shield civilization itself. But Kairos Daedalus is waiting—scarred, vengeful, and no longer entirely human in his ambitions. Behind him stand the Draconians: a species that has played the long game across galaxies and millennia. As old allies become fugitives, new enemies rear their lethal heads, and deceit becomes the rule, the trio from the future is devastated to learn the truth: the stakes have elevated beyond belief.

England, in the summer of 1940, awaits invasion from Nazi Germany. Dan Hawkes has been sent to sit out the war with his uncle and aunt in their sleepy Dorset village. Dan’s only companion is Kitty Finch, an inquisitive evacuee with a nose for trouble. Dan is eager to make his own contribution to the war effort. Thanks to Kitty, he gets a far bigger opportunity than he bargained for....

Momentum Moments is a short form audio series on identity, healing, and real transformation through Jesus and the Kingdom of God. Each episode walks through the deeper work of discipleship, renewing the mind, restoring what was broken, and becoming who God created us to be, grounded in Scripture, lived experience, obedience, and daily formation that leads to lasting spiritual growth and freedom.

The Full 90 is a brand new, exciting podcast, that you don't want to miss. With two of the most well-known EA FC (and formerly FIFA) commentators in the world, Brandon Smith and Richard Buckley, you can expect an insightful and unique perspective on everything football, esports and gaming, while blending the real world and the virtual pitch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A weekly show where I showcase different Cardiff Met BUCS athletes and their journeyEpisode 1 A detailed discussion with future Cardiff Met Rugby Star Ieuan Priday. Competition for places, pitch-length try's and 6.30 am starts, all apart of early life of this determined fresher! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Fearless Pursuit of Freedom Podcast; I am your host Brandon Richards. I am a real estate investor and avid entrepreneur based out of Flagstaff Arizona. My wife and I run a real estate investment company, The OPF Group and the brokerage, OPF Realty. We focus on land acquisition across several states, flip and build houses, acquire and wholesale apartments and we are now the proud owners of the real estate investor software, Deal Manager Pro. Deal Manager is a real estate investor CRM that we are building based off of our 10 years of experience in the game. Listen in as I ...