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Sundry Thoughts Podcast
by Karl Covington
Examining various concepts and current events; teaching from a Biblical Worldview.
Episodes
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Go To Church
From apps, to blogs, to live and recorded sermons, etc., there are thousands of resources available to Christians who want to supplement their Christian growth. But none of these can replace our active service and regular participation inside the Church of Christ. In this episode, we'll discuss…
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The Golden Dome Project
In part 2 of my Space Law Final Exam I discuss the golden dome project and why its such a bad idea. Its wasteful and the cost associated with it are too much. Its also not aligned with some important Christian values we discuss.
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Dark & Quiet Skies
Part 1 of My Space Law Final Exam and my reintroduction to the microphone. In this episode we discuss the adverse effects of artificial light and noise at the scale we currently experience them at night. Its not good. To us belongs the dark and serene quiet of night. Let's take it back.
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Fount Of Manners
Manners are a part of what makes society enjoyable. But the real stuff don’t come cheap. In this, episode we highlight the connection between manners and Christian character.
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Artificial Intelligence & Human Labor - A Preview
A.I. is all the rage in business & technology these days. In this episode, we discuss how it has already been implemented, and how its continued advancement into the ‘world of work’ will impact human labor in the marketplace.
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Major Changes
In this episode, we’ll attempt to extrapolate some principles I’ve learned this year to help with any major changes you may be contemplating or undergoing now.
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Elon Musk, Twitter: A Moral Cautionary Tale
Elon Musk closes his deal on Twitter. But should he have? Today we pontificate and sermonize (tbh) on why just because you can, doesn’t mean YOU should
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Of course there is a teacher 📚 shortage…
In this story-time episode, I use my experiences as a teacher to illustrate why the current crises level teacher shortage in the US is entirely plausible, down-right logical, and would have been predictable for anyone close enough to a public school teacher.
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Rule-Follower 🤓 = Lame 👎🏾😜
In this episode, I examine the dark side-effects of being overly passionate about rules. My 2 cents? God’s guidelines are best, because they actually serve us… and they serve us best!
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Responsible McDonald’s
The viral video from this week has been hotly debated and the memes are still flowing. In this discussion, I take a position in the matter- but more importantly discuss the issue broadly from a biblical worldview.
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My Favorite Things & Unsolicited Life Advice
In this episode, I list some of my favorite things and attempt to extract from them things that can improve any individuals life. My main advice is this: figure out and get to work nourishing (and flourishing in) your favorite things.
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Boundaries & Newton’s Third Law
I’m this episode, we discuss some reasons why boundaries are important, and how reacting unpleasantly to people dismissing them can be completely appropriate. Jesus Christ, Isaac Newton, and Reddit contributed to the formation of these ideas 😊✌🏾
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Evidence & Answers from Jan. 6 Are Loading
In this episode I preview what we may see - and what I hope we see - on Thursday, June 9th, from the select committee’s year long investigation into the Jan. 6th investigation
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Weapons Free
I am now fully team #BanAssaultWeapons. In this episode, I confront some of the popular attitudes and arguments present in many evangelical circles surrounding the gun debate in the US.
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Strange, The Disney-verse, & Christian Liberty
The Christian community is pretty divided in its reception of Marvel’s latest Doctor Strange film (Multiverse of Madness). In this episode, we discuss the competing moral perspectives. **This episode contains ZERO spoilers. Not to worry 😊**
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Misconceptions about the Introvert
Brought to you by an introvert 😜
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Depp 🏴☠️ V. Heard 🧜♀️
Thoughts, Highlights, News, and Speculation surrounding this trial.
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Age of Abundance
In this episode we discuss the abundance that technological advancement seems poised to bring about, and the abundance which is accessible now.
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Merrick Garland
Merrick Garland seems more prone to prognostication than prosecution — and while that is excellent in a judge, it’s leaves something wanting in the Nation’s top prosecutor.
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Judge Me Not?
In todays culture we simultaneously abhor and embrace judgement. In this episode, we walk through what the Bible has to say about it - and how we can apprehend judgement which is righteous.
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A Word From Denzel: My Thoughts
Denzel dispensed some sage wisdom to a emotional Will Smith on Sunday after his wild Oscar’s moment. It’s wisdom for us all though.
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Ketanji Brown Jackson - The Star Of The Show
In this episode, I talk about a few high/lowlights from this week’s confirmation hearings. As well as show some much deserved love to the woman likely to make history as the first black female U.S. Supreme Court Justice.
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Accept Them
In honor of my first teacher Denise, who taught me acceptance. Accept yourself. Accept others.
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The hate be so real. The love be [so] fake
In this episode we discuss how to bar entry to the hate we see, and embrace the love we want.
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War & Racism
In this episode we talk about the racism which has been reported right at the center of the most recent war. But it’s not only on the ground. It’s in how we discuss the war, and how we empathize with people who have ever been involved in such conflict.
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Panic, Shock, and Fear - Ukrainian update 2/24
Ukrainian update 🇺🇦
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Russian - Ukraine 🇺🇦 2/2022
This episode covers Russia’s continuing hostility towards Ukraine. I opine on what the US approach should be toward Putin, and discuss news related to this event.
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Just Because They Offer….
Taking what you want and taking what is offered can be two very different things. In this episode, I use examples all the way from Frederick Douglass to the recent superbowl to contend that settling is the most expensive choice of them all.
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Plagiarism- In Life & Letters
In this episode I give some examples of plagiarism, and use them to talk how ugly and unseemly the essence of it is. What should we do about it? Call it out, and get away from it.
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The Millennial Mindset - A Defense
How many Millennials think about advice, parental gratitude, and work. Check it out, and share with anyone over 40 😄
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The Manifold Lawsuits of Trump
Donald Trump lives in a penthouse, has lived in the Whitehouse, but it seems his favorite house is the courthouse.
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We should talk about Michael Todd
We cover the current (viral, literally) news surrounding the lead pastor of transformation church.
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Of Gardens & Castles - Think Well
Part 3/3 in our think series. Think Well.
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Movie Weekend? Some Recommendations
Looking for a movie to get into this weekend? Some movie recommendations for this weekend; along with some of my picks, and of course, why I love them.
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Think Responsibly - Think Series, pt. 2
Think series, pt 2
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Avoid the Conspiracies - Think Series
Think Series, pt. 1
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Let It Go (For Christmas)
Joy and the bliss of freedom are gifts that keep on giving. In this episode, we talk about the merits and importance of letting go, and living well as a result.
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Inconvenience Me
In this episode, we take a look at the story found in Matthew 8 in order to get a better understanding of the notion of convenience. It turns out that it is not so important as we may think.
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Get Out Of Your Feelings
In today’s episode, we talk about why it’s important to get out of our feelings— it’s a part of getting out of our own way — and why such a pursuit is a noble and necessary one, after all.
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Labor Shortage - Good for Us
We don’t usually get news of the labor shortage presented positively, but in this episode, I discuss why ultimately it is a good thing- if for no other reason that it is a pushback against unacceptable conditions
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Blessed To Argue (Healthy Communication Pt. 2)
In this second installment of healthy communication, I frame and discuss the virtue of argument done correctly. Listen to understand what it is, and for practical tips on how to argue better!
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Healthy Communication - Reserve Judgement. Approach In Humility.
1 of 2 (or maybe more) episodes dealing with healthy communication. First step on the ride is to be humble.
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TRY
In this episode, I discuss the intrinsic merits of “trying”, highlighting and praising it’s vital role in literally an and every endeavor. Failure has no other means to win, other than to prevent or extinguish it.
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A Dream
In this episode, I relay a dream I woke up from in the middle of the night, and detail what I gleaned from it. Listen and mine the dream for whatever lessons may be most pertinent to you. God Bless.
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Facebook & The Future
In this episode, I discuss why Facebooks most recent presentation soured my opinion on it and it’s CEO. Later, I offer thoughts on to how we can protect our worldview from the problems Virtual reality (VR) comes with; problems which we are already dealing with.
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Investing Is Biblical - Two 21st Century Models
In this episode I discuss two influential figures in the world of investing who approach investing in two very different ways. Nevertheless, both show examples of how investing can be done in a wise, God-honoring way.
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Resisting Church as a Product
In this episode, we connect the warning of 2 Timothy 4:3 with the consumer mindset prevalent in the 21st century American church. We discuss ways to resist seeing church and Christian community/worship as a mere product to be consumed.
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Happiness : Grand and Simple
This episode was inspired by quote from Alduous Huxley’s Brave New World, and is about one of my favorite topics: happiness. Happiness can be grand, but is also a simple, enduring pleasure.
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Practical take on Purpose
In this episode, I take the scenic route in discussing the importance of purpose and how we can pursue it! *Forgive the rough editing* ♫Music By♫ ●Andross – Buttermilk Bouquet [Bass Rebels Release] ●Song – https://youtu.be/gKbAaUqBXNQ
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Examining various concepts and current events; teaching from a Biblical Worldview.
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Karl Covington
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