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Episode: EncoreOriginal air date: Wednesday, January 04, 2012Episode Description:Encore presentation.
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Episode: EncoreOriginal air date: Wednesday, December 28, 2011Episode Description:Encore presentation.
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Episode: For the Good of the FlockOriginal air date: Wednesday, November 16, 2011Episode Description:On this final week of the liturgical year, the coordinated message is clear and simple: Love your neighbor. "Simple," however, is not necessarily "easy." Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-25; Matthew 25:31-46; Ephesians 1:15-23.
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Episode: The Day of the LordOriginal air date: Wednesday, November 09, 2011Episode Description:Is the world going to end? Do we know when? And what will happen if it does? The Bible offers several scenarios that differ in the details but are one in the metaphysics. Zephania 1:7, 12-18; Matthew 25:14-30; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11.
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Episode: EncoreOriginal air date: Wednesday, November 02, 2011Episode Description:Encore Presentation.
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Episode: Stand Still in the WatersOriginal air date: Wednesday, October 26, 2011Episode Description:We are not here in this human experience to figure things out for ourselves. We are here to humbly allow the Power of God to express through us, and we don’t need to understand how it works! Join us as we discuss this in Joshua 3:7-17, Matthew 23:1-12, and 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13.
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Episode: Gentle Among YouOriginal air date: Wednesday, October 19, 2011Episode Description:From its earliest books (Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18) to its closing letters (1 Thessalonians 2:1-8), the Bible’s central theme is love. Why, then, does it so often generate so much hatred?
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Episode: Choices Have ConsequencesOriginal air date: Wednesday, September 28, 2011Episode Description:It’s not just in obeying the law, but rather in fully embracing its underlying love, that we will move easily forward on our spiritual journey. Join me as we explore this idea in Exodus 20:1-4, 7-9, 12-20 and Matthew 21:33-36.
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Episode: A New Heart and a New SpiritOriginal air date: Wednesday, September 21, 2011Episode Description:We have nothing to fear and nothing to prove. “Knowing what we know” won’t work once we allow the Christ within to call the shots. We’ll explore this in Exodus 17:1-7 and Matthew 21:23-31.
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Episode: Murmuring in the WildernessOriginal air date: Wednesday, September 14, 2011Episode Description:Divine Light and Abundance are dispensed in the universe, not according to our human sense of need or fairness, but according to our willingness to serve as open channels. Join in as we explore this in Exodus 16:2-15 and Matthew 20:1-16.
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Episode: Forgive Your BrotherOriginal air date: Wednesday, September 07, 2011Episode Description:If we express ourselves exactly as God expresses to us, we will dissolve every obstacle on our spiritual path. We’ll explore this in Exodus 14:19-31 and Matthew 18:23-35.
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Episode: You Know What Hour It IsOriginal air date: Wednesday, August 31, 2011Episode Description:Our spiritual priorities can no longer stay on the back burner while we focus on simple pleasures. The time to move forward is at hand. We’ll explore this in Matthew 18:15-20 and Romans 13:8-14.
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Episode: EncoreOriginal air date: Wednesday, August 24, 2011Episode Description:Encore presentation.
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Episode: A Slavery of ConsciousnessOriginal air date: Wednesday, August 17, 2011Episode Description:It’s important that we become skilled at living a human life, but becoming totally consumed by it is the worst kind of addiction. We’ll discuss this topic in Exodus 1:8–2:10 and Romans 12:1-8.
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Episode: The Blind Leading the BlindOriginal air date: Wednesday, August 10, 2011Episode Description:We must choose our spiritual guides carefully—and distrust those who are sure they know the way! We’ll look more closely at this in Matthew 15:10-28.
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Episode: Behold, a Still, Small VoiceOriginal air date: Wednesday, August 03, 2011Episode Description:It is not in the distracting dramas of life that we will find our connection to the divine, but in the quiet power of the voice we hear in the silence. We will explore this topic in 1 Kings 19:9-15 and Matthew 14:22-33.
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Episode: Come to the WatersOriginal air date: Wednesday, July 27, 2011Episode Description:When we are aligned with our spiritual essence, our spiritual needs are met with overflowing good. We’ll explore this topic using Matthew 14:13-21 and Isaiah 55:1-5.
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Episode: An Understanding HeartOriginal air date: Wednesday, July 20, 2011Episode Description:What we affirm in faith we receive as life experience. So choosing wisely is the most important step! Tune in as we discuss this in 1 Kings 3:5-12 and Romans 8:26-39.
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Episode: How Awesome Is This Place!Original air date: Wednesday, July 13, 2011Episode Description:Wherever we are is holy ground. Wherever we are, the Power of God is at work. We’ll discuss this in Genesis 28:10-19a and Romans 8:12-25.
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Episode: Of What Use Is a Birthright?Original air date: Wednesday, July 06, 2011Episode Description:We cannot begin to achieve our spiritual purpose until we know the truth of who we are. Join us as we explore this question via Genesis 25:21-34 and Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23.
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Episode: For Lo, the Winter Is PastOriginal air date: Wednesday, June 29, 2011Episode Description:It’s time to appreciate the spiritual power of the sultry days of summer. Join us as we delve into this topic in Song of Solomon 2:8-15 and Romans 7:15-25a.
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Episode: Put Things in OrderOriginal air date: Wednesday, June 15, 2011Episode Description:It's significant that a lectionary reading for Pentecost takes us back to Genesis 1, because in our new spiritual empowerment we are truly a new creation.
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Episode: You Gotta Speak the LanguageOriginal air date: Wednesday, June 08, 2011Episode Description:We might expect our new awareness and expression of the Christ within us to lift us above the differences and challenges of the mortal realm. Instead, we are sent into that realm, to share the good news with fluency and love. Let’s discuss this by looking at Acts 2:1-21, Numbers 11:24-30, Psalm 104:24-34, 35b, 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13, John 20:19-23, and John 7:37-39.
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Episode: Waiting for Further InstructionsOriginal air date: Wednesday, June 01, 2011Episode Description:It is the power of prayer that has guided us this far on our spiritual path. It is a renewed understanding of the purpose of prayer that will support us as we move on from here. Listen in as we explore this topic in Acts 1:6-14, Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35, 1 Peter 4:12-14, 5:6-11, and John 17:1-11.
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Episode: Preach to the PeopleOriginal air date: Wednesday, May 25, 2011Episode Description:Those who oppose us represent one early challenge; those who join us create another! We must truly see the Christ in some surprising places and people. We’ll look at this topic in Acts 10:44-48, Psalm 98, 1 John 5:1-6 and John 15:1-8.
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Episode: Dealing With Stiff-Necked PeopleOriginal air date: Wednesday, May 18, 2011Episode Description:How can an eagerness to love be met with such resistance? We appreciate the "stiff-necked people" for the opportunities they offer to be the love we are. Join us as we discuss this using Acts 7:55-60, Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16, 1 Peter 2:2-10 and John 14:1-4.
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Episode: Communists for JesusOriginal air date: Wednesday, May 11, 2011Episode Description:The early followers did not create a church; they created a community devoted to spiritual truth and loving choices. Join us as we discuss this topic in Acts 2:42-47, Psalm 23, 1 Peter 2:19-25 and John 10:1-10.
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Episode: Save Yourselves From This Crooked GenerationOriginal air date: Wednesday, May 04, 2011Episode Description:Staying centered in our resurrected spiritual consciousness while still living in a world that is often anchored in fear will be our constant challenge going forward. We might as well get started now! We’ll look at this topic in Acts 2:14a, 36-41, Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19, 1 Peter 1:17-2 and Luke 24:13-35.
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Episode: God Raised Him UpOriginal air date: Wednesday, April 27, 2011Episode Description:Often the immediate response to a resurrection experience is “What just happened?” We certainly feel the difference, but we need to understand it in order to move forward. Listen in as we discuss this question using Acts 2:22-32, Psalm 16, 1 Peter 1:3-9 and John 20:19-31.
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Episode: Ta-Da with Special Guest Andrew HarveyOriginal air date: Wednesday, April 20, 2011Episode Description:We did it! Our last resistance—that massive stone—has been rolled away, and our Christ Light shines with astonishing beauty. There will surely be more chores and challenges ahead, but today calls for joyful celebration. Join Ed Townley and special guest Andrew Harvey as they discuss this, using Isaiah 52:13 – 53:12 and John 18:1 – 19:42.
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Episode: Who Will Contend With Me?Original air date: Wednesday, April 13, 2011Episode Description:Andrew Harvey is guest hosting with Rev. Ed Townley. In this episode, they discuss the dramatic events of Holy Week, reminding us that it’s always darkest before the dawn. But our fears have been cleared away, and in the light of our newly discovered Christ Consciousness, nothing can keep us from the triumph of resurrection. Isaiah 50:4-9a; Philippians 2:5-11; Matthew 26:14 – 27:66.
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Episode: Beyond the Valley of the Bones, With Special Guest Andrew HarveyOriginal air date: Wednesday, April 06, 2011Episode Description:Our most deeply entrenched old beliefs are those that tell us we are merely mortal, destined for the terrifying anonymity of death. The most powerful visions of prophets and the most dramatic examples of Jesus Christ’s ministry encourage us to fearlessly know the Truth: We are eternal Spirit. For this discussion we’ll explore Ezekiel 37:1-14, John 11:1-45 and Romans 8:6-11.
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Episode: Seeing as the Lord SeesOriginal air date: Wednesday, March 30, 2011Episode Description:Believing is seeing. Once we experience light, however briefly, we can no longer be content with the darkness. When we can see clearly, the path ahead is less fearful. For this discussion we’ll reference 1 Samuel 16:1-13, John 9:1-41 and Ephesians 5:8-14.
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Episode: Moving on From the Wilderness of SinOriginal air date: Wednesday, March 23, 2011Episode Description:It’s a very real place, this "wilderness of Sin" (Exodus 17:1-7), and getting through it can be a challenge. Like the Samaritan Woman at the Well, we may despair of ever moving forward. But even in the bleakest wilderness, the water of life is always available. Join me and special guest Andrew Harvey for this episode and as we discuss John 4:5-42 and Romans 5:1-11.
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Episode: Making a Deal With the DivineOriginal air date: Wednesday, March 16, 2011Episode Description:When our parents gave us chores to do as children, our first response was often “What’s in it for me?” The same question applies as we set about the Lenten work of clearing our consciousness of false beliefs. And the answer is both exciting and challenging. We’ll explore this topic with the help of Genesis 12:1-4a, John 3:1-17 and Romans 4:1-5, 13-17.
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Episode: Brushing Away CobwebsOriginal air date: Wednesday, March 09, 2011Episode Description:For Unity co-founder Charles Fillmore, the process of Lent was central to achieving our spiritual purpose. It's a lot like spring cleaning—we have to remove the residue of old beliefs to make room for the astonishing new reality of Easter. Join us as we discuss Joel 2:1-2, 12-17, Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 and 2 Corinthians 5:20b-06:10.
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Episode: Having a Mountaintop ExperienceOriginal air date: Wednesday, March 02, 2011Episode Description:For the central figures of the Hebrew Scriptures (Moses) and the New Testament (Jesus Christ), their direct Oneness with the divine could only be fully experienced at a level higher than the routine of life. Where’s your mountain? And how willing are you to climb? We’ll discuss the subject in Exodus 24:12-18, Matthew 17:1-9 and 2 Peter 1:16-21.
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Episode: The Shining Face of SpiritOriginal air date: Wednesday, February 23, 2011Episode Description:We are not yet the Christ in full expression, but we are not sure who we were—and others will see the difference before we do. Join us as we explore this topic in Matthew 17:1-9 and Exodus 24:12-18.
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Episode: That Was Then, This Is NowOriginal air date: Wednesday, February 16, 2011Episode Description:In our new Christ consciousness we see everything from a deeper perspective. It’s not a walk in the park! Join us as we explore this in Matthew 5:38-48 and Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18.
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Episode: It’s the Thought That CountsOriginal air date: Wednesday, February 09, 2011Episode Description:Jesus doesn’t free us from the law—in fact, he ups the ante! Join us as we discuss this topic in the texts of Matthew 5:21-37 and I Corinthians 3:1-9.
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Episode: The Heart of the MessageOriginal air date: Wednesday, February 02, 2011Episode Description:Knowing the spiritual Truth about ourselves is only a first step. It’s in knowing—and sharing—the Truth about everyone that our spiritual purpose begins to take shape. Matthew 5:13-20, Isaiah 58:1-9a.
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Episode: EncoreOriginal air date: Wednesday, January 26, 2011Episode Description:Encore presentation.
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Episode: The Call to MinistryOriginal air date: Wednesday, January 19, 2011Episode Description:We are all called to be ministers of the new spiritual awareness as we experience it—sharing both the promise of Christ consciousness and the challenges of expressing it. Join us for this discussion and reference from Matthew 4:12-23 and Isaiah 9:1-4.
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Episode: Bearing WitnessOriginal air date: Wednesday, January 12, 2011Episode Description:What we see, we must share—even if no one believes us! Bearing witness in John 1:29-42 and Isaiah 49:1-7.
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Episode: The Power of EpiphanyOriginal air date: Wednesday, January 05, 2011Episode Description:Like other transcendent ideas, the Christ cannot be proven through human logic. It must be accepted in faith, and embraced in unconditional love. Join us for the discussion centering on the scriptures of Matthew 2:1-12 and Isaiah 60:1-6.
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Episode: So This Is ChristmasOriginal air date: Wednesday, December 15, 2010Episode Description:The biblical prophet Isaiah and the 20th Century prophet John Lennon agree: It's time to be making new choices. On today’s episode we will delve into this topic through Isaiah 7:10-16, Romans 1:1-7, and Matthew 1:18-25.
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Episode: Firming Fearful KneesOriginal air date: Wednesday, December 08, 2010Episode Description:It is the great promise of Christ consciousness that will move us through the shadows of the Winter Solstice—and the challenges of the season. Listen in as we discuss Isaiah 35:1-10, James 5:7-10 and Matthew 11:2-11.
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Episode: The Harvest Is at HandOriginal air date: Wednesday, November 24, 2010Episode Description:Thanksgiving allows us to appreciate the Presence of God—not just in the harvest of abundance, but also in the challenges of limited thinking. Join us as we discuss John 6:25-35, Philippians 4:4-9, and Deuteronomy 26:1-11 for "The Harvest is at Hand."
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Episode: Embracing Christ Consciousness: A Conversation With Andrew HarveyOriginal air date: Wednesday, November 17, 2010Episode Description:Andrew Harvey is one of the most important spiritual voices on the planet. Through his extensive writings and supportive work he calls us to embrace our spiritual purpose of transformation. In this hour-long The Hope: A Guide to Sacred Activism.
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Episode: Creating a New HeavenOriginal air date: Wednesday, November 10, 2010Episode Description:If Jesus isn’t coming back here, are we going to wherever he is? Or is there something we need to be doing here? Luke 21:5-19, Isaiah 65:17-25. Join us today as we discuss how to create a new heaven.
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Episode: This World and the NextOriginal air date: Wednesday, November 03, 2010Episode Description:Is Jesus coming back? If so, when? And what should we do in the meantime? If not, why not? Luke 20:27-38, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, and Job 19:23-27a.
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Episode: Lifting Our PerspectiveOriginal air date: Wednesday, October 27, 2010Episode Description:Whether we find a watchtower or climb a tree, we need to elevate our vision in order to clearly see our spiritual path. Luke 19:1-10, Isaiah 1:10-18, Habakkuk 2:1-4. Join us today for “Lifting Our Perspective.”
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Episode: If I Had It to Do Over AgainOriginal air date: Wednesday, October 20, 2010Episode Description:Next to resentment, regret is perhaps the most debilitating energy we must contend with on our spiritual journeys. Join Rev Ed to find release in the words of Jesus (Luke 18:9-4) and the prophet Joel (Joel 2:23-32).
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Episode: Maybe You Should Change Your Name!Original air date: Wednesday, October 13, 2010Episode Description:As we move through our human adventure, our relationship to, and understanding of, the Power of God is constantly changing. Jeremiah (31) and Jacob (Genesis 32) suggest that it’s important to release the old and embrace the new, even if it means a new name!
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Episode: Thanks a Lot!Original air date: Wednesday, October 06, 2010Episode Description:Lepers are healed in both Hebrew scripture (2 Kings 5) and the New Testament (Luke 17). What can we learn from both healings that might help us with our own healing needs, whether body, mind or spirit? Rev. Ed discusses bad things happening to good people.
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Episode: Staying Centered in ChaosOriginal air date: Wednesday, September 29, 2010Episode Description:Issues, conflicts and crises seem to grab for our attention on a daily, hourly basis, not to mention the painful cacophony of a political campaign season! What’s a spirit-centered truth student to do? Rev. Ed finds some sympathy and helpful hints in the Jewish writings of Habakkuk and Lamentations, and the letters of Paul.
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Episode: The Root of All EvilOriginal air date: Thursday, September 23, 2010Episode Description:Join us as Rev. Ed Townley returns to this popular Bible program with a look at the question of money. Is it a bad thing? Good thing? None of the above? This week’s lectionary offers financial guidance of a sort from Paul, and from Jesus.
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Episode: Apocalyptic ViewsOriginal air date: Thursday, November 19, 2009Episode Description:Daniel 12:1-3; Revelation 1:4b-8
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Episode: Guest Bishop John Shelby SpongOriginal air date: Thursday, November 12, 2009Episode Description:Bishop John Shelby Spong, author of Rescuing the Bible From Fundamentalists and Jesus for the Non-Religious, will join Rev. Ed Townley to discuss Spong's new book Eternal Life. This program airs live on Unity.FM so please call-in during the program with y
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Episode: Doing What You CanOriginal air date: Thursday, November 05, 2009Episode Description:Ruth 1:1-18; Mark 12:38-44; Psalm 127:1-2
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Episode: The Illusion of DeathOriginal air date: Thursday, October 29, 2009Episode Description:Wisdom of Solomon 3:1-4; John 11:32-44; Psalm 24:1-6
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Episode: Now My Eyes See YouOriginal air date: Thursday, October 22, 2009Episode Description:Job 46:1-6, 10-17; Mark 10:46-52; Hebrews 7:23-28
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Episode: Not to Be Served, But to ServeOriginal air date: Thursday, October 15, 2009Episode Description:Job 38:1-7, 34-4; Mark 10:35-45; Hebrews 5:1-10
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Episode: When God Seems AbsentOriginal air date: Thursday, October 08, 2009Episode Description:Job 23:1-9, 16-17; Psalm 22:1-15; Hebrews 4:12-16
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Episode: Bad Things, Good PeopleOriginal air date: Thursday, October 01, 2009Episode Description:Job 1:1, 2:1-10; Psalm 8; Hebrews 1:1-4, 2:5-12
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Episode: Wisdom From on HighOriginal air date: Thursday, September 17, 2009Episode Description:Wisdom of Solomon 1:11 - 2:6; Mark 9:30-37; James 3:13 - 4:3
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Episode: The Power and Danger of the WordOriginal air date: Thursday, September 10, 2009Episode Description:Proverbs 1:2-33; Mark 8:27-38; James 2:1-12
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Episode: Bible Alive!Original air date: Friday, July 10, 2009Episode Description:Join Rev. Ed for another episode of The Bible Alive!
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Episode: Bible Alive!Original air date: Friday, June 05, 2009Episode Description:Join Rev. Ed for another lively discussion about The Bible.
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Episode: Descending to EarthOriginal air date: Friday, May 29, 2009Episode Description:Acts 1:15-17, 21-26 I John 5:9-13 John 16:4b-15 The greatest gift of our new consciousness is not an escape from earthly challenges. It is a Pentecostal empowerment that allows us to embrace those challenges and transform them into expressions of the kingdom.
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Episode: Ascending to HeavenOriginal air date: Friday, May 22, 2009Episode Description:Ephesians 1: 15-23 Luke 24: 44-53 Since we now know "heaven" to be a state of consciousness present within us, we no longer hope to get there someday. We accept the invitation-and the challenge-to achieve it at once!
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Episode: Keeping CommandmentsOriginal air date: Friday, May 15, 2009Episode Description:Acts 10:44-48 I John 5:1-6 John 15:9-17 Does our new awareness of spiritual power free us from the need to obey spiritual law? No! But it allows us to approach the commandments from a new perspective.
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Episode: Abiding Love, Casting Out FearOriginal air date: Friday, May 08, 2009Episode Description:There is no clearer directive available on our spiritual journey than the essential, powerful, creative energy of love. And allowing that energy to express through us without our own judgmental interference may be our greatest challenge!
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Episode: Why Are You Troubled?Original air date: Friday, April 24, 2009Episode Description:Acts 3: 12-19, I John 3: 1-7, Luke 24: 36b-48. From the perspective of old consciousness, our new reality is almost unbelievable! We must stay carefully centered in new possibilities.
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Episode: No Darkness at AllOriginal air date: Friday, April 17, 2009Episode Description:Acts 4:32-35, I John 1:1-2:2, John 20:19-31. We can't celebrate Easter and then fall back into old consciousness. We must open our hearts, minds and lives to a new reality!
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Episode: On this Mountain, GodOriginal air date: Friday, April 10, 2009Episode Description:Isaiah 25:6-9, Mark 16:1-8, I Corinthians 15:1-11 Jesus’ great demonstration of spiritual Power is not meant to leave us awestruck, but rather eager to do it ourselves!
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Episode: The Victory of the Suffering ServantOriginal air date: Friday, April 03, 2009Episode Description:Isaiah 50:4-9a, Mark 14:1-15:47, Philippians 2:5-11 The message of Jesus’ final days of mortal ministry is that nothing can prevail against the Christ nature and spiritual purpose that we share with him.
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Episode: Embracing a New CovenantOriginal air date: Friday, March 27, 2009Episode Description:Jeremiah 31: 31-34, John 12: 20-33, Hebrews 5: 5-10 We are not here to live within the limits of the past, but to allow God through us to create a great new work.
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Episode: Raising the Serpent, Considering the ChristOriginal air date: Friday, March 20, 2009Episode Description:Numbers 21: 4-9, John 3: 14-21, Ephesians 2: 1-10 It is only by lifting our eyes to appreciate Christ consciousness wherever it expresses that we can accomplish our spiritual purpose.
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Episode: Making Foolish the Wisdom of the WorldOriginal air date: Friday, March 13, 2009Episode Description:Exodus 20: 1-17, John 2: 13-22, I Corinthians 1: 18-25 Our spiritual beliefs may seem foolish to mortal minds, but true wisdom lives in faith and creative choices.
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Episode: A Matter of FaithOriginal air date: Friday, March 06, 2009Episode Description:Genesis 17: 1-7, 15-16; Mark 8: 31-38; Romans 4: 13-25 Fulfilling our spiritual purpose is less about what we do and more about what we believe.
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Episode: Passing the MantleOriginal air date: Friday, February 20, 2009Episode Description:II Kings 2: 1-12, Mark 9: 2-9, II Corinthians 4: 3-6 Honoring the traditions of the past can be important; claiming our own innate relationship with the Allness of God is even more so.
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Episode: The Still Small VoiceOriginal air date: Friday, February 13, 2009Episode Description:I Kings 19:9-18, Mark 9:2-9, II Corinthians 4:3-6 Our hero’s journey can get very dramatic; but the creative Power of God is at work in even the smallest of choices.
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Episode: It’s All GodOriginal air date: Friday, February 06, 2009Episode Description:Isaiah 40:21-31, Mark 1:29-39, I Corinthians 9:16-23 The path is often bumpy, and the work is often tiring. But once we awaken to the Christ within, our path and our purpose are clear.
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Episode: Being the ChristOriginal air date: Friday, January 30, 2009Episode Description:Deuteronomy 18:15-20, Mark 1:21-28, I Corinthians 8:1-13 Now that we know who we truly are, our everyday actions and choices take on greater significance than ever.
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Episode: Marshalling ResourcesOriginal air date: Friday, January 23, 2009Episode Description:Jonah 3:1-5, 10; Mark 1:14-20; I Corinthians 7:29-31 It’s not just the Presence of God within us that is our source of guidance and support. The Presence of God around us is also working with us.
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Episode: Living in the Body of ChristOriginal air date: Friday, January 16, 2009Episode Description:I Samuel 3:1-10, John 1:43-51, I Corinthians 6:12-20 Our physical bodies are intrinsic parts of who we are—and the journey we’ve undertaken. Maintaining a balance between human and spiritual energies is our greatest challenge.
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Episode: The Challenge of Being ChosenOriginal air date: Friday, January 09, 2009Episode Description:Isaiah 42:1-9, Mark 1:4-11, Acts 10:34-38 When we truly feel our oneness with God, life becomes simple and joyful—and also complicated and challenging!
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Episode: Wisdom and the WordOriginal air date: Friday, January 02, 2009Episode Description:John, Ephesians and the Book of Sirach.
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Episode: Becoming the LightOriginal air date: Friday, December 19, 2008Episode Description:II Samuel 7:1-11, 16; Luke 1:26-38; Romans 16:25-27 At the conclusion of the Advent process, we expect to receive the promised Light. Instead, we are astonished to learn, we are to become the Light.
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Episode: Crying in the WildernessOriginal air date: Friday, December 05, 2008Episode Description:In the second stage of the Advent process we become aware that we have a choice: We can curse the present darkness, or we can begin to move toward new possibilities. Isaiah 40:1-11, Mark 1:1-8, II Peter 3:8-15a
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Episode: Giving Thanks for Lost SheepOriginal air date: Friday, November 21, 2008Episode Description:Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24, and Matthew 25:31-46. The blessings and security of God are available to all—especially those willing to wander from the flock, moving beyond the limits of the past into the possibilities of the kingdom.
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Episode: It’s All a Talent Show!Original air date: Friday, November 14, 2008Episode Description:The challenging parable of Matthew 25:14-30 tells us that the path to spiritual abundance requires that we lovingly—and fearlessly—invest our God-given talents.
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Episode: It’s All About Choice!Original air date: Friday, November 07, 2008Episode Description:From the clarion call of Joshua 24:14-25 to the wise and foolish maidens in Matthew 25:1-13, the message is the same. Life will be as loving or fearful as we choose to make it.
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Episode: The Blessings of Great TribulationOriginal air date: Friday, October 31, 2008Episode Description:Our greatest spiritual blessings are both a promise for the future (Revelation 7:9-17) and a possibility to be experienced in the midst of our human challenges (Matthew 5:1-12).
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Episode: We’re Here to Make ChoicesOriginal air date: Friday, October 24, 2008Episode Description:From the basics of spiritual law (Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18) to the creative power of love (Matthew 22:34-40) the challenge is always the same: Make better choices!
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Episode: Whining to GodOriginal air date: Friday, October 17, 2008Episode Description:Whether asking for a sign (Ex. 33:12-23) or resorting to trick questions (Mt. 22:15-22), we don’t have to hide our doubts—or our needs—from the infinitely loving power of God.
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Episode: Golden Idols & Wedding FeastsOriginal air date: Friday, October 10, 2008Episode Description:Exodus 32: 1-14, Matthew 22: 1-14 and Philippians 4: 4-9
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Episode: I AM the LORD!Original air date: Friday, October 03, 2008Episode Description:Exodus 20: 1-20. The Ten Commandments are not suggestions! They constitute our spiritual marching orders. And simple obedience is no longer enough!
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Episode: God Is at Work in You!Original air date: Friday, September 26, 2008Episode Description:The voice for God is always calling us forward. Everything depends not only on what our answer is, but on how we deliver it! This week’s lectionary examines Matthew 21: 28-32 and Philippians 2: 1-13.
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Episode: What Does It Mean to Do God’s Work?Original air date: Friday, September 19, 2008Episode Description:Will God send us manna from heaven (Exodus 16: 2-15)? Or will we have to labor in the vineyards (Matthew 20: 1-16)? This week’s lectionary suggests that the answer may be yes—and yes again!
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Episode: Touch me! Feel me – the Spiritual Calling of TommyOriginal air date: Friday, September 12, 2008Episode Description:An interview with actor Cedric Neal, who plays Tommy in the Dallas Theater Center production.
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Episode: The Challenge of Spiritual CommunityOriginal air date: Friday, September 05, 2008Episode Description:Moses, Jesus and Paul deal with fans and critics.
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Episode: The Essence of Spiritual LeadershipOriginal air date: Friday, August 29, 2008Episode Description:Exodus 3:1-15, Matthew 16: 24-28 and Romans 12: 9-21.
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Episode: Defining the ChristOriginal air date: Friday, August 22, 2008Episode Description:What is ‘the Christ’? And why keep it secret?
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Episode: The Urge to Get Out of the BoatOriginal air date: Friday, August 08, 2008Episode Description:Joseph and Jesus and what it takes to live a meaningful life.
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Episode: Wrestling with GodOriginal air date: Friday, August 01, 2008Episode Description:Jacob’s complicated journey to wholeness.
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Episode: Living With an Understanding HeartOriginal air date: Friday, July 25, 2008Episode Description:From Solomon (1Kings 3) to Paul (Romans 8), the possibility of the kingdom is always at hand, according to the choices we make.
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Episode: Recognizing GuidanceOriginal air date: Friday, July 18, 2008Episode Description:Jacob sees a ladder (Genesis 28); Jesus sees both weeds and wheat (Matthew 13). Both offer lessons on receiving and trusting God’s guidance in our lives.
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Episode: Where We Sow Our SeedsOriginal air date: Friday, July 11, 2008Episode Description:From Esau’s birthright in Genesis 25 to the sower of seeds in Matthew 13, our lives express according to the choices we make.
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Episode: The Wages of Sin Is DeathOriginal air date: Friday, June 27, 2008Episode Description:Many New Testament historians have discerned elements of humor in the teachings of Jesus. The forms of humor found in his words include use of exaggeration, parody, and surprising endings in parables. This week's program will explore examples of Jesus' use of humor and his purpose in using humor.
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Episode: Weary with Holding It In!Original air date: Friday, June 20, 2008Episode Description:We can resist, deny, complain; but once awakened to spiritual Truth, it will express through us despite our most strenuous efforts to “hold it in.” Discussing Jeremiah 20: 7-13.
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Episode: Marching OrdersOriginal air date: Friday, June 13, 2008Episode Description:In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus is clear and specific about what he expects from his disciples--and from us! Discussing Matthew 9: 35 through 10: 11.
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Episode: Bible Alive!Original air date: Friday, June 06, 2008Episode Description:Using traditional Christian sources as well as Unity metaphysics, Rev. Ed talks about the Bible in a way that’s fresh and exciting. He not only traces history you may not know, he brings the Bible to life for your life, connecting its ancient wisdom with living in the modern age.
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Episode: Deuteronomy 11: 18-25Original air date: Friday, May 30, 2008Episode Description:On the surface, Deuteronomy can be intimidating, but it sets forth clearly the power and importance of trusting spiritual law. Rev. Ed Townley focuses on the passage and takes Bible questions from listeners as well.
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Episode: Opening the Map – Bible focus: Genesis 1:1-2, 4aOriginal air date: Friday, May 16, 2008Episode Description:What is the Bible, anyway? Where did it come from? What makes it scripture? Why should we care? Rev. Ed Townley makes a pretty convincing argument that the Bible is still useful today as a roadmap for our lives. If you think the Bible is an outdated relic, Rev. Ed wants to hear from you!
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Episode: Life Support – Bible focus: Acts 2:1-21Original air date: Friday, May 09, 2008Episode Description:Every week millions of Christians around the world study the same Bible passages from a lectionary. Those who reject the Bible can’t even join the conversation. But can a collection of stories and characters from very old levels of consciousness have anything to say about our spiritual challenges today? Rev. Ed Townley presents the Bible as a road map for your spiritual journey and invites your comments and questions.
