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Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Day 11 of the Proverb a Day Challenge! Today, we dive into Proverbs 11; and we learn about the true definition of Integrity. Many of us know it as, “The hard right over the easy wrong.” Or… “Do the right thing when no one is looking.” But what if it’s something more? ✅ Our "Wise Takeaway" is “Wise People are Honest People. Honest People are Integris People. A...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Day 10 of the Proverb a Day Challenge! Today, we dive into Proverbs; and we talk about godly people and what God does for godly people. But how do we obtain godliness? It’s not earned but comes through a person and His name is Jesus! ✅ Our "Wise Takeaway" is “Godly people have a firm foundation.” It’s not a matter of if you have a foundation. But WHAT or WHO...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Day 9 of the Proverb a Day Challenge! Today, we dive into Proverbs 9; and we talk about the importance of being able to receive feedback. Feedback can push you in the right direction but ignoring it, could cost you.  ✅ Our "Wise Takeaway" is “Wise People are open to correction”. In fact, they crave it! But part of being open to correction is being accountable...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Day 8 of the Proverb a Day Challenge! Today, we dive into Proverbs 8; and we talk about the definition of Wisdom. Too often we say, “I need Wisdom” or… “Can you pray for me to have Wisdom?” But what does that mean? In this episode we do a deep dive into what Wisdom IS and what it ISN’T. You will not be confused as to the definition of it at the end of episode! ✅ Our &q...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Day 7 of the Proverb a Day Challenge! Today, we dive into Proverbs 7; and we talk about knowing the importance in how we can make others stumble if we’re not aware of our heart and actions.  ✅ Our "Wise Takeaway" is “You’re either the ‘Stumbler’ or the ‘Stumbl-ee’. And Wise People are Aware that they can be both.” Wise People know that they too are one decisi...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Day 6 of the Proverb a Day Challenge! Today, we dive into Proverbs 6; and we talk about how to embrace God's protection. And embracing His protection may not be the way you think it is.  ✅ Our "Wise Takeaway" is “Wise People stay away from things that the Lord Hates." In order to stay away from God hates, we must learn what He loves.  📱 STAY CONNEC...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Day 5 of the Proverb a Day Challenge! Today, we dive into Proverbs 5; and we talk about the importance of learning “Self-Control”. Many of us get ourselves into unfortunate situations because we don’t think about the outcome in the moment. So how do we prevent it? ✅ Our "Wise Takeaway" is “Wise People ask… ‘Where do I lack Self-Control?’” Knowing your temptat...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Day 4 of the Proverb a Day Challenge! Today, we dive into Proverbs 4; and we learn about the importance on what we fix our eyes on, is what leads us to our destination. And sometimes, we fix our eyes on the wrong thing.   ✅ Our "Wise Takeaway" is “Wise People fix their eyes on Jesus.” All of us have our eyes fixed on something, but are we focusing on the righ...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Day 3 of the Proverb a Day Challenge!  Today, we dive into Proverbs 3; and we learn about being disciplined by the Lord. To go through discipline is never fun. In fact, it’s painful in the moment, but if you can stick it through, the reward is priceless! ✅ Our "Wise Takeaway" is “Wise People are obedient to the moment”. Delayed obedience is still disobedience...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Day 2 of the Proverb a Day Challenge! Today, we dive into Proverbs 2; and how easy it is to get off the right path. ✅ Our "Wise Takeaway" is “Wise People stay on the right path".  📱 STAY CONNECTED: • Watch on YouTube • Follow me on Instagram • Join our Online COMMUNITY Group • Available on Apple Podcast • Available on Spotify  

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Day 1 of the Proverb a Day Challenge! Today, we dive into Proverbs 1; and we explore the purpose of Wisdom by looking at the meaning of, “Fear of the Lord”.  ✅ Our "Wise Takeaway" is “Wise People Fear the Lord”. They have such a high reverence and respect for God, they desire to do follow Him out of an overflow of their love towards Him.  📱 STAY CONNECTED: •...

Send us Fan Mail For 31 days, we walk through one chapter of Proverbs a day — short, direct, brutally practical. Money. Anger. Pride. Communication. Relationships. Not theory. A daily mirror. This group is for you if: You're tired of knowing what's right and not doing it You want daily wisdom in real time, not another book collecting dust You're ready to stop coasting through the se...

Send us Fan Mail What do the Knicks winning the championship, saying goodbye to a beloved grandmother, and the World Cup have in common? More than you might think. In this episode, we recap our 10-day trip to California as we celebrated the life and mourned the loss of Nana. We reflect on what it means to die well, why relationships matter more than we often realize, and how grief has a way of cla...

Send us Fan Mail God never intended for us to walk through life alone. In this episode, we explore the importance of community in the Church and how authentic relationships encourage spiritual growth, provide support through life's challenges, and help us live out our faith together. Join us as we discover God's design for believers to thrive in Christ-centered community. Want to chat or...

Send us Fan Mail We all want the rain, fruit, and harvest of God, but harvest only comes through process. In this episode, we explore the four steps God uses to prepare us for growth, fruitfulness, and breakthrough. If you’re in a waiting or stretching season, this episode will encourage you to trust what God is doing beneath the surface. Don’t skip the process. The harvest is coming! Want to chat...

Send us Fan Mail Ever feel lost in life? Life can feel overwhelming when prayers seem unanswered and uncertainty weighs heavy. In this episode, we have an honest conversation about navigating hard seasons with the Lord, and learning how to trust God through pain, disappointment, and difficult moments. We also discuss how do we orient ourselves to known points in our lives so we can be confidently...

Send us Fan Mail We made it to 100 episodes and it’s all because of you! In this special episode, we’re celebrating the journey, sharing some of our favorite moments, and reflecting on what we’ve learned along the way. We also reflect on the journey, the lives impacted, and the lessons we’ve learned about faith, growth, and trusting God in every season. Thank you for growing with us and being a pa...

Send us Fan Mail Many of us live as if we have unlimited time. But the truth is, life is shorter than we think. In this episode, we explore an incredible lesson from the Parable of the Talents and what it teaches us about stewarding the life, gifts, and opportunities God has entrusted to us. Join me as we talk about how to live with intentionality, redeem the time, and faithfully steward what God...

Send us Fan Mail We're back for PART 2! Special Guest Hosanna Wong joins us on the POD!  Her new book "Uncomplicate It" helps you break free from pressure and perfectionism in your faith. We discuss six practical lessons, real stories from over 1,000 conversations, honest truths from God’s Word and you’ll uncover how to enjoy God right where you are. Say goodbye to guilt, shame, and...

Send us Fan Mail Special Guest Hosanna Wong joins us on the POD!  Her new book "Uncomplicate It" helps you break free from pressure and perfectionism in your faith. We discuss six practical lessons, real stories from over 1,000 conversations, honest truths from God’s Word and you’ll uncover how to enjoy God right where you are. Say goodbye to guilt, shame, and comparison, and hello to fr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk about worship as more than music, it’s intimacy with God. We explore practicing the presence of God in private, learning to abide with Him, and how that hidden life shapes our public service. When our relationship with God is rooted in stillness and communion, what we offer in worship spaces flows with authenticity and depth. Check Out Anna Byrds work! Rev...

Send us Fan Mail Instead of rushing into overwhelming goals or resolutions, I ask 6 Questions to help you rest your mind and priorities with God. Let's slow down to seek God’s direction, set meaningful intentions, and create habits that support both our spiritual growth and daily responsibilities as we head into the New Year.  Want to chat or have any suggestions for the show? Let’s Talk! You...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we open up about some personal things, reflect on some aspects of the past year and you learn some fun facts about us! If you want to chat or have any suggestions for the show, Let’s Talk! You can find us at:  Want to chat or have any suggestions for the show? Let’s Talk! You can find us at: Instagram: @markkbenton2 @jubynotjudy   Facebook: Mark K. Benton II YouTu...

Send us Fan Mail How do we reclaim our humanity in a church culture where we are addicted to image? In this episode, we talk about why the most spiritual thing a leader can do is to be fully human and how to integrate psychology and spirituality for healthier leaders and healthier churches.  If you want to get in touch with Laura Crate, send her an email at laura@lauracratecoaching.com or find her...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we continue our conversation to help pastors, leaders, and believers navigate conflict, truth-telling, and compassion with a Christ-centered lens. We talk through how to lead with practical wisdom and provide biblical grounding to help you lead and love well even when it’s uncomfortable. Want to chat or have any suggestions for the show? Let’s Talk! You can find u...