Blame-shifting is nothing new. In fact, it’s as old as sin itself. In this episode of Authentically Adam, Wayne uses Major League Baseball’s decision to “end the shift” as a starting point for a much more important discussion: our tendency to shift responsibility when our decisions go wrong. Scripture gives us three memorable examples. Adam blamed Eve—and indirectly God—for his sin. Aaron blamed the people for the golden calf and offered the almost comical explanation that he threw the gold into the fire and “out came this calf.” King Saul insisted he had obeyed God while blaming the people for the parts of God’s command he ignored. Different men. Different circumstances. Same problem. Blame-shifting often reveals something deeper: we have abandoned the responsibility God gave us and allowed the pressures, desires, fears, or expectations of others to rule our hearts. For men called to lead in their homes, churches, and communities, ending the shift requires three things: • Take responsibility — Own your decisions and actions. • Limit your empathy — Don’t allow the emotions and expectations of others to replace conviction. • Let God rule again — Allow His truth, rather than pressure or passion, to direct your heart. Mature leadership begins when we stop explaining away our failures and start owning them.

In this episode of Inside the Scholar's Study, Dr. Gallagher discusses the nuances of Ephesians 1:15-23! Episode Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Earliest-Christian-Artifacts-Manuscripts-Origins/dp/0802828957/ref=sr13?crid=3JDYCGGSIRVHA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.BMGp8IppjL4neycHJzrIHXdmjA1OQLx0FiOUEr7sZJF9R3AJUpL3qFYExe498e4F8D4jcmRArdszObWFH-0HMDT1wrn8ln3a6wAsMvaZERMnkJlXhCO90W1LIxU-Agkhbfs33m5MoE4zbRChCRGQ0hZpwYJUVwIwihYhWa6sEgxhLqw3MO5j6SL0GXBDhF-vCACSfuseKRuWLAkRZdjDy1-oW0YBV3PHk9IzaNeZU0.pjbWGetUYHSyEtUOEpgDJGuAE4rfSGdHS0E--SCu33E&dibtag=se&keywords=larry+hurtado+books&qid=1785859308&sprefix=larry+hur%2Caps%2C186&sr=8-3

In this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, we take a closer look at one of the most contested aspects of God’s design for marriage: headship and submission. Looking at Ephesians 5 alongside the example of Christ, we see that biblical headship is not about control, domination, or having the loudest voice—it is about sacrificial leadership, protection, provision, gentleness, nourishment, and care. Husbands are called to model their leadership after Christ, who loved the church enough to give Himself for her. Wives are called to model their submission after Christ, who willingly humbled Himself and submitted to the Father’s will. Submission does not mean weakness, silence, having no opinions, or obeying a husband when he asks us to disobey God. Rather, it is a willing posture of humility and service rooted first in our submission to Christ. Through examples like Abigail, Esther, and others, we see that godly submission can coexist with wisdom, strength, courage, and action. Ultimately, God’s design gives husbands and wives different roles while maintaining equal value before Him. As we seek to live out those roles faithfully, may our marriages become places where Christ is seen more clearly—through sacrificial headship, willing submission, and a shared desire to do things God’s way.

Kelly & Kristen start a new season with discussing Jesus as an eternal being, the significance of the Word becoming flesh, what it takes to be His disciple (and the blessings that brings), how we obey the gospel, and Jesus having (and being) the last Word. Episode Resources: The Word Scripture Writing Plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/august-scripture-writing-plan-the-word/ The Word Kids' Scripture Writing Plans: (scroll down to curriculum section for free downloads) https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extras The Word acapella playlists: Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3SjDIyiHnlU5GWJ9eQHhW0?si=ndWJbQD4S9G4HOrWPjgHWA Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-word/pl.u-WabZ6WYUrE5lEV Behold Our God Scripture Writing Extras: https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extras Our Etsy shop: https://theruffledmango.etsy.com Kelly's favorite soft drink: https://www.kroger.com/p/fresca-peach-citrus-flavored-sparkling-water-cans/0004900004336 Kristen's favorite: New 2027 Scripture Writing Themes {see the reveal here: https://www.theruffledmango.com/2027-reveal-september-scripture-writing-plan-our-redeemer/}

Jesus’ final words from the cross—“Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit” (Luke 23:46)—reveal His unwavering trust in the Father, even in the face of death. In the second part of this study, Dan and Robert continue their conversation with Daniel Puckett and Philly Nong, who served as interns with Robert at the Henderson church of Christ during the summer of 2026. Together, they explore the practical implications of Jesus’ words and consider what His example teaches us about surrendering ourselves completely to God. How can we entrust our lives to the Father when the future is uncertain? How does confidence in God change the way we endure suffering—and even the way we face death? Join us as we conclude our study of this powerful saying from around the cross.