Bishop Edward Weisenburger sits down with a group of Catholic teenagers to discuss HOPE. Youth are not just the future of the Church; they are the present. Tune in to this series of conversations led by youth! In this episode, teens asked Bishop Weisenburger about the role of suffering and how to find hope in the midst of the world's brokenness.

Produced by the Diocese of Tucson's Office of Youth Ministry

Teen Talks: God and Faith in Difficult Times

This song is a heartfelt and emotional response to the devastating wildfires that have ravaged Los Angeles and California. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the destruction and suffering caused by the fires, but also convey a message of hope, resilience, and community. I wanted to expresses my sorrow and empathy for those affected, while also urging listeners to come together and support one another in the face of tragedy. With its soaring chorus and uplifting message, this song is a powerful tribute to the strength and solidarity of the people of California.


LYRICS:

[Verse 1:]
In the Golden State, where we stand as one
A devastating fire, is burning, far from my home
Homes are reduced to ashes, lives are lost and torn
The cries of those who've suffered, echo through my heart as I morn

[Chorus:]
Oh, LA's burning, and my heart is too
I'm searching for a way, to see my neighbors through
We'll stand together, hand in hand
And help our friends rebuild, their shattered plans

[Verse 2:]
The flames have taken everything, leaving nothing but pain
Families displaced, and memories lost in the flames
The animals, the children, the elderly too
All affected by the fires, that have torn our community in two

[Chorus:]
Oh, LA's burning, and my heart is too
I'm searching for a way, to see my neighbors through
We'll stand together, hand in hand
And help our friends rebuild, their shattered plans

[Bridge:]
We can make a difference, with every single deed
Donating to the cause, and planting a seed
Of hope and love and kindness, that will forever grow
Let's come together, and help our neighbors glow

[Chorus:]
Oh, LA's burning, and my heart is too
I'm searching for a way, to see my neighbors through
We'll stand together, hand in hand
And help our friends rebuild, their shattered plans

[Outro:]
So let's raise our voices, and let love be the guide
We'll support our neighbors, side by side
And though the fires may rage, our spirit will not break
We'll rise up, help LA make it, for California's sake.

If you'd like to help those affected by the LA fires, please consider donating to reputable organizations such as the American Red Cross, the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, or the Humane Society of the United States. Every donation counts, and together we can make a difference.

Also more ways to help...
https://www.gofundme.com/c/act/wildfire-relief/california


LA's Burning

“May we take up our crosses and suffer for the sake of righteousness but, in the name of Jesus the Healer, refuse the suffering of sickness and physical harm. For by his wounds, we have been healed!”

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#GTWD 324 - God-tracking is taking up your cross to follow Christ

Labyrinth Of Pain - Part 1

pinkwoodz - feel your heart (instrumental)

pinkwoodz - feel your heart 8D (instrumental)

This is the second week of our series on Philippians. In this message, Mark covers the second half of the first chapter which carries the themes of redemptive suffering, a counter-cultural gospel, and the importance of unity. 

Philippians 1:12-30

You can find the reading plan at thevineaustin.org/philippians

Discussion Questions:
1. What has your experience been with the reading plan so far?

2. Read Philippians 1:12-19. In this section, we have Paul describing his experience being in prison. What do you notice about Paul’s perspective? 

3. Read Philippians 1:20-26. Respond to Paul’s sentence - “to live is Christ and to die is gain.” What does that mean to you? 

4. Read Philippians 1:27-30. What is Paul’s main appeal to the church of Philippi? 

5. Reflecting on Paul’s word, "Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ,” Mark shared that we are instructed to engage with our society as a citizen of Christ’s Kingdom. How does our deeper allegiance inform how we can respond to current cultural events in our society? 

6. Was there anything else from the sermon that was encouraging, confusing, or has stayed with you?

Philippians 1:12-30 // Suffering, Redemption And Deliverance

Even Jesus was Sad

Will explores how we might view our pain differently. Rather than fleeing and avoiding pain, how we might also awaken to the fact that our pain and struggles are also the true dharma. He refers to Case 3 of the Blue Cliff Record: Sun Faced Buddha, Moon Faced Buddha. This teisho was given by apprentice teacher Will Moon on day 3 of Spring sesshin 2024 at Kodoji

Spring sesshin 2024

Unwellness

this track tells the story of a man forsaken, and the one's who fake it

Oathbreaker

"Willingly suffering persecution is taking up your cross and being glorified with Christ."

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#554 - God-tracking is taking up your cross to follow Jesus

n today’s shiur, we began exploring Rav Kook's profound teachings on suffering. At the core of human experience lies an existential tension—the deep inner contradiction of needing to understand God while being confronted with the impossibility of fully grasping the Infinite. Rav Kook teaches that all pain, trauma, and suffering emerge from this paradox. Together, we unpacked how this existential truth shapes our experience of life and how embracing the limits of understanding can lead to deeper healing and spiritual alignment.

Rav Kook (11) Healing & Suffering: We all suffer

BO: How Much Are You Willing To Suffer? | STUMP THE RABBI (227)

God will use trials as a means to bless you and make you more like His Son.

Seeking Him

Take Up the Cross

Reconciliation is key to sustaining long relationships

Good Fortune

PURGATORY

HE SURE IS BOILED :)

(Go check out the boiled one phenomenon on youtube if you haven't already, it's great)

B̴O̵I̵L̴E̵D̴

Preached on Feb. 2, 2025 from 1 Peter 1:6-9. For more information about Columbia Christian Church, please visit our website: www.columbiachristian.org

John Davis – The Difference Between Superficial & Genuine Faith

Praying With The Eyes is a ministry of Family of Christ Lutheran Church in Colorado Springs which combines the beauty of God's Word with the beauty of his creation.

I love fog


Second Account: https://soundcloud.com/tiel2 



pfp art by Irelae

My three spirit helpers: Polar bear-strength and persistence, golden eagle-vision and wisdom, and monarch butterfly-flexibility-adaptability-mobility, tenacity. together they assist me in staying focused, directed, and single-minded.
My musical history dates back 60 years as I learned classical piano for 3 years, then developed my ear by listening to pop and rock songs on the radio and learning them on piano. It's not till I was 17 that I began playing with others in bands for a few years and performed locally. 
I started composing and singing and recording my songs when I turned 50, my mother was dying, she had been a chorist for 30 years, and i wanted to show her that I could sing a lovely love song before she passed at the age of 80 in 2005. I sang « L’important c’est la rose » de Becaud.
I've composed 120 songs and have 86 on Soundcloud for monetizing and distribution. 
I am semi-retired massage therapist and am making more time to compose and record.
The sculptures which I. highlight in my song art are made by me from Alabaster.

Hello! This is my second soundcloud account for posting extra fun little songs :)

I make Christian songs from my Memories, Dreams or Commissions. I have Notebooks filled with my Dreams, so I'll be making a good amount of Music of all kinds :)

Dudley Anderson was born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa. After graduating from Bible College in 1990, God opened the way for Dudley to branch out into Christian radio. As a musician and worship leader he developed a heart for Christian music, which became the main thrust of his radio work in South Africa. 

 In 1996 God called Dudley and his family to the United Kingdom where he now works as a radio programme producer and presenter. Dudley also writes a FREE weekly e-mail devotional called, GodTracker, available at surereality.net

Dudley Anderson is married to Karen-Leigh and has two adult children, Kerryn and Ryan.

E-mail Dudley at dudley@surereality.net

NachDaily is a project of Yeshiva Ateres Shimon. A perek of day of Navi in 5 minutes or less. covering the entire Neviem Rishonim. Yeshoshua, Shoftim, Shmuel I, Shmuel II, Malchim I, Melachim II, Yeshaya, Yechezkel, Yirmiya, Hoshea, Yoel, Amos, ovadya, Yona, Micha, Nachum, Chabakuk, Tsfanya, Chaggai, Zechariah, Melachi.

Thank God, we finished Navi and now we're learning Tehilim. 

The Shiurim are interlined with actual pesukim, classic meforshim, Drash and Chassidus to deliver practical lessons relevant to our everyday lives.

Note: NachDaily is just one among the many "Daily E-mail" programs created by Yeshiva Ateres Shimon. Other programs are: Emunah Daily, Think Hashem Daily, MIshna Daily, Praying with Fire Daily, Kitzur Daily and more...

By: Rabbi Shaya Sussman, LCSW

Born in Netanya, Israel, Rabbi Yaron Reuven began his American Dream as a little boy, when his family immigrated to the United States. He went from a newspaper boy at the age of 10, to a well known self made Wall Street multimillionaire by the age of 23. During his time in Wall Street he owned his own private brokerage firm, as well as a hedge fund and international insurance agency. He was also featured on CNBC, Bloomberg and Chinese NDTV due to his success in the financial industry.

 

At age 26 he faced a 7-year battle for his life when a simple surgery went wrong. From that moment his life would never be the same. This moment marked the start of a series of miraculous events and an exciting pursuit of truth, ultimately resulting in Rabbi Reuven renouncing his lofty position and success in Wall Street, after 16 years, to become a full time kiruv rabbi. His Teshuva story is sure to catch the heart of every listener. Watch his inspirational movie HaShem Took Back His Millions 

Rabbi Reuven’s shiurim are in English and Hebrew. His classes are focused on spreading the truth and divinity of the Torah through scientific proofs, Mussar, and many other methods to reach each individual listener.

 

Rabbi Reuven is the leading educator on the topic of wasting seed in the English language with over 40 hrs of content published online. Rabbi Yaron Reuven is a proud member of the Igud HaRabbonim (The Rabbinical Alliance of America), a national rabbinic organization founded in 1942. Today, our 900+ members are congregational leaders, religious teachers, chaplains, heads of Jewish organizations and communal leaders united in their commitment to traditional Orthodox Judaism.

We are one of Australia's original Zen groups. We offer weekly meditation nights, silent retreats, and orientations for beginners. All are welcome.

Welcome to the G Ride Atmosphere Ride.

We're the kings and the queens, Taking a ride.

G Ride Merch here:
https://jayskajams-shop.fourthwall.com/en-cad/

Special thanks to:
Patrick Devine (Vocals)
Jonathan Stark (Percussion/Captain/Gang Vocals)
Kaden Sheline (G Ride Atmosphere Ride)
Evan Brown (Banjo)
Kemugen (Guitar)
Shawn McCleery (Original Recording King)
And all others who've jammed.

Reach out if you'd like to G Ride.

https://youtu.be/d7g9ee2MHaQ

Songwriting has been a lifelong passion for me, dating back to elementary school when I first began crafting stories, poems, and eventually lyrics. As a former drummer in various bands, I always relied on others to bring my words to life musically. However, after a long hiatus from drumming, I decided to take the leap and learn to compose music to accompany my lyrics. Through classes and dedication, I've embarked on a new journey, breathing fresh life into old lyrics and penning new ones. You'll find a mix of older and newer works here, for the lyrics. 

Music has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. One of my earliest memories is being completely entranced by 'The Little Drummer Boy' as a very young child. There was something about the rhythm and the melody that just captivated me. I must have played it a thousand times, wearing the record out, and from that moment on, I was hooked. I knew I wanted to be a drummer, and to create that magic for others. 

But I was too young then, and of course I couldn't afford a drum set just yet. So, I turned to writing as a way to express myself. As I mentioned above, I started with stories, then poems, and eventually, lyrics. I found that writing was not only a way to tap into my creativity, but also a way to process my emotions and experiences. 

As I grew older, my love for music only deepened. I realized that music has this incredible power to transport us to different times and places, to evoke emotions and memories that we thought were long forgotten. It's a universal language that can bring people together like nothing else can. 

For me, writing lyrics is a cathartic experience. It's a way for me to tap into my emotions, to process the world around me, and to create something that I hope will resonate with others. And when I hear my words come to life in a song, it's truly magical. It's a feeling that never gets old, and it's what keeps me coming back to music time and time again. 

I love many genres of music and artists of many genres. And if you listen to some of my songs, you will find that I like to make songs of different genres as well as mix different genres into each song. One of my all-time favorite bands is Evanescence, and I have made a lot of songs where I have tried my best to emulate that sound. Now, I have recently started experimenting with new sounds. I never heard of glitch beats before I took music classes, and now I'm fascinated with the sound, so I have been experimenting with glitch beats recently and will be releasing those very soon. 

I hope you enjoy them. And thanks to everyone who has been listening so far. I truly appreciate it. I welcome constructive feedback to help me grow as an artist, and I appreciate your support. 

Sermons from Columbia Christian Church in Columbia, KY

New tracks tagged #suffering