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Andrew Rappaport hosts a heartfelt conversation with Michelle Ebersol about navigating the difficult terrain of grief, specifically after the loss of a spouse. The episode kicks off with a poignant acknowledgment of the profound emotional weight that accompanies such a loss. Andrew shares his own experiences and the impact of losing loved ones, setting the stage for a deep dive into Michelle's life-changing book, "Widow Goals." They explore the intricacies of grief, the importance of self-care, and the need for community support during these tumultuous times. With humor and warmth, Michelle provides insight into how she transformed her personal tragedy into a ministry that empowers other widows, encouraging listeners to embrace both their grief and joy as they navigate life after loss. This conversation is not just about surviving; it is about thriving amidst the ashes of sorrow, making it a must-listen for anyone grappling with loss or seeking to support those who are.Takeaways:Andrew Rappaport, the host of the Rapp Report, emphasizes the importance of biblical interpretation in navigating life's toughest challenges, especially during the grief of losing a spouse.Michelle Ebersol shares her personal journey of widowhood, illustrating how she transformed her sorrow into a ministry aimed at helping other widows find purpose and peace.The podcast discusses the necessity of having an eternal perspective in life, stressing that focusing on Christ can provide solace amidst the grief of losing a loved one.Listeners are encouraged to break down societal myths surrounding grief, such as the idea that one must remarry quickly or feel guilty for moving on, as everyone grieves differently.Links referenced in this episode:strivingforeeternity.orgwidowgoals.orgwidowtoosoonthepodcast.com

What if the most powerful way to share the gospel in 2026 isn’t louder arguments or sharper answers—but genuine kindness?In this episode of Gospel Talks, George Binoka and Jeff Musgrave explore kindness not as a marketing tactic or cultural buzzword, but as a biblical virtue, a reflection of God’s character, and a strategic starting point for relational evangelism. Drawing from Scripture and the life of Jesus, they unpack why kindness is essential for Christians who want to faithfully and effectively share their faith in a skeptical world.This conversation challenges believers to rethink kindness—not as a substitute for truth, but as the bridge that prepares hearts to receive it.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why kindness is a defining mark of genuine ChristianityHow biblical kindness flows from the Spirit, not personalityWhy Jesus consistently showed compassion before confrontationHow kindness earns relational credibility without compromising truthWhy sharing the gospel is ultimately the kindest act a believer can offerA practical call to make gospel-centered kindness a priority in 2026⏱️ Episode Chapters:00:00 – The Gift of Kindness04:25 – Kindness as a Christian Virtue08:26 – The Source of Kindness12:44 – Kindness in Evangelism17:19 – The Role of Kindness in Relationships21:31 – The Call to Action for 2026Key Takeaway:Kindness doesn’t replace the gospel—but it often opens the door to it. As Jesus modeled, going about “doing good” creates trust, disarms skepticism, and prepares people to hear life-changing truth.As you step into 2026, ask yourself:Who can I intentionally love, serve, and kindly invite to meet Jesus?

In this episode, we give a biblical response to Kirk Cameron’s defense of annihilationism (conditional immortality) the view that the wicked are destroyed and cease to exist rather than experiencing eternal conscious punishment. This is not a personal attack. Kirk Cameron seeks to defend God’s goodness, but sincerity does not determine truth, Scripture does. The real question is not what feels more loving, but what Jesus and the apostles actually taught about hell. We examine key passages such as Matthew 25:46, Matthew 10:28, and Revelation 14:11; 20:10 (NASB 95) to show why “destroy” (apollymi) does not mean annihilation and why Scripture teaches conscious, ongoing, eternal punishment. We also address church history, the seriousness of sin, and why annihilationism ultimately weakens the gospel and diminishes the cross. Key takeaway: We don’t need to rescue God from His Word. He has already spoken. Faithfulness to Scripture—not emotion or cultural pressure—must shape our doctrine. If you care about biblical theology, hell, judgment, and historic Christianity, this episode is for you. #KirkCameron #Annihilationism #Hell #ConditionalImmortality #EternalPunishment #DoctrineMatters #ReformedTheology #BiblicalTheology #ChristianPodcast #Gospel #NASB95 #EternalConsciousPunishment #ChurchHistory #ChristianTeaching

On Today's Show:Scripture Reading from the Legacy Standard BiblePrayers from the 2019 Book of Common Prayer Reading from Daily Readings From the Life of Christ by John MacArthurMonday Meanderings!Squirrel Chatter is sponsored by Squirrelly Joe's Coffee! Share Coffee. Serve Humbly. Live Faithfully.Five Day Bible Reading PlanThe full LSB Bible, Old and New Testaments, are now available online, on the Literal Word app, and on Accordance!2019 Book of Common PrayerTheme music: Enfield’s recording of “Crown Him With Many Crowns” © 2010 by Resolved Music. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Scripture quotations taken from the (LSB®) Legacy Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2021 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Managed in partnership with Three Sixteen Publishing Inc. LSBible.org and 316publishing.com

Jesus says, “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” In Episode 9 of Sanctify Christ as Lord, we walk slowly through Matthew 5:4 and confront a truth our culture often avoids: grief is not a failure of faith. Mourning flows out of poverty of spirit and names the brokenness of a world that is not the way it was meant to be, while still trusting the character of God.This episode offers biblical comfort without clichés, honest answers without pretending suffering is simple, and a call to sanctify Christ as Lord even in sorrow. If you are grieving, lamenting, or carrying questions that don’t have easy answers, this conversation is for you.