On this episode of Our American Stories this is the story of what happened shortly after the ratification of the th Amendment to the United States Constitution prohibiting a citizen's right to vote on account of race color or previous condition of servitude Here to tell another great American story is the Jack Miller Center's Editorial Officer and historian Elliott Drago Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On our last day in Wisconsin my friend brought her four-year-old daughter Kinslee to say goodbye ldquo I don rsquo t want you to move rdquo said Kinslee I hugged her and gave her a canvas hand-painted fan from my collection ldquo When you miss me use this fan and remember that I love you rdquo Kinslee asked if she could have a different fan mdash a paper one from my bag ldquo That one rsquo s broken rdquo I said ldquo I want you to have my best fan rdquo I didn rsquo t regret giving Kinslee my favorite [... more]

Skip wraps up his message Confronting the Prince of Darkness warning you against immediate gratification and challenging you to wait on God's timing [... more]

In an age of cynicism oftentimes the Gospel lacks credibility which is often reinforced by the way Christians live How do we ensure our consciences are clear before God In this message we draw three biblical principles about servanthood and suffering When many would seek self-gratification we become servants This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

In this show Dr Shah has a special guest come on and talk about an upcoming fishing event at Clearview If you like this content and want to support the show you can visit us at clearviewtodayshow com Don apos t forget to rate and review our show To learn more about us visit us at clearviewbc org If you have any questions or would like to contact us email us at contact clearviewtodayshow com or text us at - - See you tomorrow on Clearview Today Link for Reviewing the Show iTunes https podcasts apple com us podcast clearview-today-with-dr-abidan-shah [... more]

As the holiday season approached package shipments were delayed due to an unprecedented influx of online orders I can remember a time when my family preferred to simply go into the store and purchase items because we knew we had very little control over the speed of mail delivery However when my mother signed up for an account that includes expedited shipping this expectation changed Now with a two-day guaranteed delivery we rsquo re accustomed to receiving things quickly and we become frustrated by delays nbsp We live in a world accustomed to instant gratification and waiting can be difficult [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories some believe he was the most important composer of the th century in or out of jazz Terry Teachout one of America's best culture writers and author of Duke A Life of Duke Ellington tells the story of the jazz legend his music his struggles his triumphs and so much more Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

A study known as the ldquo marshmallow test rdquo was developed to gauge children rsquo s ability to delay gratification of their desires The kids were offered a single marshmallow to enjoy but were told if they could refrain from eating it for ten minutes they rsquo d be given a second one About a third of the children were able to hold out for the larger reward another third gobbled it up within thirty seconds We might struggle to show self-control when offered something we desire even if we know it would benefit us more in the future to [... more]

Open calls questions and discussion with Matt Slick LIVE in the studio Topics include--- - How do you deal with the statements that -God is inside all of us - or -God is love --- - How long was Christ on the earth after he was resurrected--- - How can I refute soul sleep as JWS' believe--- - Do you think Ezekiel - is related to the shortages we are having--- - Are there ever grounds for divorce--- - Can you explain Isaiah - --- - How do I deal with the claim that there must be a mother goddess--- [... more]

A ministry in Carlsbad New Mexico supports their community by offering more than pounds of free food each month to local residents The leader of the ministry shared ldquo People can come here and we will accept them and meet them right where they are Our goal is to meet their practical needs to get to their spiritual needs rdquo As believers in Christ God desires for us to use what we rsquo ve been given to bless others drawing our communities closer to Him How can we develop a heart for service that brings glory to God We develop [... more]

This week on Family Policy Matters host Traci DeVette Griggs sits down with Will Estrada of The Parental Rights Foundation to discuss the importance of parental rights and how parents across the country are starting to stand up and protect their children especially in education [... more]

There are three words that can liberate you from the tyranny of the urgent Three words that can help you regain control of your life Three words that will reduce your stress and increase your joy Join Chip to find out what those three words are [... more]

Is your to-do list too long Do you have too many people wanting your attention If you're struggling to keep all the balls in the air join Chip Ingram for Living on the Edge today as he shares how you can put first things first [... more]

Change can be difficult but sometimes it's necessary So how can church leaders overcome opposition to implement the right changes Find out how to effectively handle resistance with wisdom purpose and kindness on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

Many people talk about being called into ministry but today on Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman you'll hear Dave's story He was called from being a pastor back into his family's gear shop It was something he never wanted to do but the transition became a spiritually transformative season of his life If you're struggling with finding purpose in your work don't miss the next Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

In our get-it-done-now culture patience isn't a skill we practice However as we busily seek immediate gratification in things that can never satisfy God patiently waits Find out why He's waiting when you tune in to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

nbsp Schools across the country are reopening in the midst of a pandemic with a mix of in-person and virtual instruction David Pogue reports on the insecurities disagreements and fears about protecting children that remain Conor Knighton introduces us to Wyoming pilot Peter Rork who transports animals in need to adoption centers across the country through his non-profit Dog Is My CoPilot Matt Stutzman one of the top-ranked archers in the country has medaled in a sport that many would have thought beyond his reach he was born without arms He shares his story with Lee Cowan years ago the [... more]

GUEST Katherine Kersten Senior Policy Fellow Center of the American Experiment Last week we discussed what is behind the denigration of whiteness in the country examining a section with that title on the website of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of African American History and Culture along with a now-removed infographic on Aspects and Assumptions of Whiteness and White Culture in the United States you can view it here Values like the nuclear family objective thinking hard work delayed gratification and Christianity are associated with whiteness and viewed as unremarkable or even contemptible In short the vilification of whiteness is [... more]

You have likely noticed in recent years how white-skinned people have become objects of derision by those on the left Our founders are described as old white guys or white supremacists and thus their statues need to be torn down You have probably heard terms like white privilege and white dominance which are used to demean guilt and shame whites for all sorts of alleged societal sins A good example of this disdain is found on the website of The National Museum of African American History and Culture one of the taxpayer-funded museums of the Smithsonian Institution There you will [... more]

Pastor Sam Crabtree author of Parenting With Loving Correction helps young couples understand the importance of loving discipline in their children's lives Crabtree emphasizes that parents must mean what they say and be consistent with the boundaries they set He also explains why disciplining a child with loving correction will gain a child's heart in the long run Show Notes and Resources Bonus discussion with Pastor Sam Crabtree on parenting with loving correction https www familylife com podcasts familylife-today parenting-with-loving-correction-sam-crabtree FamilyLife's Art of Parenting video clip on disciplining your children https www familylife com podcasts familylife-today art-of-parenting-video-clip-to-spank-or-not-to-spank Take your marriage [... more]

Fear is one of the Caregiver Landmines and it can lead us down dark paths as individuals and as a nation While Americans put collective shoulders to the wheel to protect fellow citizens an age-old problem now emerges one I recall my father cautioning against more than forty years ago Beware of small people with authority A sad consequence of America's drastic efforts in dealing with the COVID- virus is the elevation of Frank Burns types from the TV show M A S H These small-minded individuals seem to draw excitement from pursuing their gratification while others struggle Funny thing [... more]

Wake up each day excited to be alive and take on the world What a great mantra to start your day with and host Aimee Cabo talks with guest Sabrina Runbeck about how to achieve this and reset your thinking and actions for the new year and beyond THE CURE Live streamed podcast is hosted by Aimee Cabo and offers a platform of hope to anyone who has experienced domestic violence abuse mental illness any trauma or is experiencing problems now in their lives It's a place to find comfort knowledge strategies answers hope and love while healing the wounds [... more]

Gov Roy Cooper wants the N C Supreme Court to declare part of the new state budget unconstitutional In a recent court filing the governor expanded his Cooper v Berger lawsuit It now includes a challenge to budget provisions targeting Opportunity Scholarship school vouchers roughly billion in block grant funding and the use of million secured from a legal settlement Carolina Journal Editor-in-Chief Rick Henderson analyzes Cooper's argument The N C Commission on the Administration of Law and Justice presented a report this year designed to address long-term changes that would improve the state's court system State Supreme Court Chief [... more]