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Curated Questions: Conversations Celebrating the Power of Questions!
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This episode dives into the significant political question posed by Ronald Reagan during the closing moments of his 1980 presidential debate with Jimmy Carter: 'Are you better off than you were four years ago?' Ken Woodward explores the context of the 1980 political climate, marked by economic difficulties, high inflation, unemployment, and international issues such as the Iran hostage crisis and concerns about U.S. global standing and nuclear threats. Reagan's question, which became iconic in U.S. political discourse, was noted for its simplicity, personal relevance, emotional resonance, and strategic timing. The question invited voters to reflect on their circumstances rather than abstract policies, ultimately contributing to Reagan's landslide victory. The episode details six crucial lessons for crafting influential questions, emphasizing audience perspective, engagement, simplicity, timing, self-reflection, and a call to action. Listeners are encouraged to consider how such questions have shaped their decisions and to apply these insights in personal and professional contexts. This Curated Questions episode can be found on all major platforms and at CuratedQuestions.com . Keep questioning! Episode Notes [01:58] Setting the Stage: The 1980 Presidential Debate [04:24] Reagan's Memorable Question [06:01] Impact and Aftermath of the Debate [06:45] Analyzing the Rhetorical Question [13:06] Lessons from Reagan's Question [16:05] Modern Applications and Reflections [18:04] Conclusion and Call to Action Resources Mentioned Ronald Reagan Jimmy Carter Beauty Pill Producer Ben Ford Questions Asked Are you better off now than you were four years ago? Is it easier for you to go and buy things in the stores than it was four years ago? Is there more or less unemployment in the country than there was four years ago? Is America as respected throughout the world as it was? Do you feel that our security is as safe, that we're as strong as we were four years ago? Where do you feel it in your body? What emotions come to the surface? What pictures race through your mind? Would it kill you to stop chewing your food with your mouth open? What is your number seven? What comes to mind? Did you feel the knee-jerk need to answer right away when your politician asked? Did you actually do the homework to determine what factors were most important to you, then look at data vice depending on emotion? Is it any easier to see why someone in a different circumstance may answer differently than you? How did the question affect your answer when the opposing politician asked it? Did you use the same metric for the candidates or give your preferred candidate extra leeway? What famous questions continue to pop up in your world?…
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דDon’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” Romans 12:2
Good is right around the corner. We expect good because God promises new things after every trouble. Waiting in hope provides new strength. It is not passive. It is praying, believing, running, and planting. Let’s get a fresh start together for 2021
What’s a “home wrecker”? There are spiritual and worldly influences inside and outside our home that can bring harm to our families and the people we love. Bad influences, the internet, alcohol, etc. How do we keep our homes safe? Join us and help your home avoid the “wrecking ball” and keep our homes safe.…
People have the tendency to create God in our own image. We amplify one trait of God at the expense of other traits of God. We create God according to our own liking and preference, which is the essence of idolatry. Often people think God is a loving grandpa in heaven who just overlooks our sin. Some people think God is a taskmaster who has outrageous demands. Still others think God is impotent and unable to insert himself into the affairs of this world. Come with us as we learn of our God revealed, not imagined in our minds.…
If we’re honest, most of us are dealing with some level of anxiety. Struggles with anxiety have been increasing for years, but the pandemic has accelerated it to new levels. What are we to do? At Hometown, we want to help. We’ve asked professional experts to help us figure out how to tackle this important issue. The good news is that there are Biblical principles that can help us cope and even cure this. Starting the Sunday after Easter, let’s learn together what to do “When Anxiety Attacks.”…
Who are you? What is your purpose? When you put your faith in Jesus, something dramatic happened. Your identity changed! How we view ourselves persuades our behavior and decisions. Therefore, it’s important we grasp this new identity. This 3-week mini-series will be the first part of a comprehensive study of the book of Ephesians. Who are you? Let’s find out.…
Have you ever felt like an outsider? Like there was a barrier between you and others? Walls can be raised over gender, age, race, politics, or economic class. Everywhere we look, there are walls between people, creating “in-groups” and “out-groups”. The only hope for toppling these walls comes from our new identity in Jesus. For five weeks, we’re going to reveal what the Bible says about knocking down the walls that divide us. Join us! This is part of our summer journey through the book of Ephesians.…
4 Week Mini-series, July 11-August 1 Christians aren’t supposed to blend in. If we do, we’re doing it wrong. We’re supposed to stick out, but in a good way. When we follow Jesus, the result should be an uncommon life of humility, service, and resilient joy. Plus love…we should love people! Our lives ought to cause others to scratch their heads and wonder what the secret is. Let’s dive further into the book of Ephesians and ask God to help us live the uncommon life!…
It’s no secret that family life in America has become increasingly dysfunctional and we are paying a terrible price. Is there any hope? YES! God has timeless wisdom for today’s families. He cares for us and wants to bring a wonderful transformation to all hearts and homes. In this way, we can experience a wonderfully “uncommon” family life that the world notices. Let’s learn together God’s wisdom for our families. Watch the promo video above.…
YOU HAVE A ROLE IN STRENGTHENING THE CHURCH BODY You have a body with all kinds of specific parts, each with distinct and important functions. Similarly, the local church is God’s body and is comprised of individuals with specific giftings. When each person exercises their gifting, the body is healthy and strong. You can flourish by being a part of a thriving body! Learn more about your part in Hometown’s series "Body Building." See some of our pastors like you've never seen them before. Watch the promo above.…
SERIES OCTOBER 10-NOVEMBER 7 Wouldn’t your life be less stressful and more enjoyable if you didn’t have to worry about money? Now imagine not just having enough money for today’s bills, but enough to provide for a bright future…enough to help others and make an eternal investment through generosity. Wouldn’t that be exceptional…and fun?! Dave Ramsey has helped thousands of people to get out of debt and begin making better financial decisions through biblical principles. In this series, we are going to lean into some of his teachings along with money wisdom straight out of the Bible. Let’s learn together! Check out the promo video above! Sunday, October 10: Pastor Spencer Bernard Online and live at HC-Lakeville Sunday, October 17: Pastor Kitt Guerrier Online and live at HC-Bloomington Sunday, October 24: Pastor Brent Knox Online and live at HC-New Hope Sunday, October 31: Pastor Spencer Bernard Online and live at HC-Bloomington Sunday, November 7: Pastor Kitt Guerrier Online and live at HC-Lakeville…
Most people will tell you they will go to Heaven someday, but this isn’t always true. Don’t take your eternity for granted! Not everyone who says, “I believe” will find peace and joy in Heaven later. You can know for certain for yourself and the people you love. Take the “certainty tests” we find in the book of 1 John. You CAN be sure!…
The Most Unlikely Hero Christmas is a time for surprises. An unexpected gift. A familiar carol that touches us in a new way. But the greatest surprise of Christmas is the unlikely hero we have in Jesus Christ. God entering this world as a humble child born into poverty? Who could have guessed? This Christmas, join us as we celebrate the most unlikely hero of all. Watch the Promo video above!…
Quick Quiz: What is the #1 Health problem in America today? COVID? Heart Disease? Cancer? If you guessed depression, you’ve been paying attention...or perhaps you’ve been affected. Across every demographic and regardless of economics or gender, the silent thief robbing Americans of quality of life is depression. From milder forms like S.A.D. (seasonal affective disorder – seen in colder climates…like Minnesota!), to severe episodes, depression has reached epidemic proportions in our culture. Directly through personal experience, or indirectly through the struggles of a friend or loved one, each of us deals with depression. It is the common cold of emotional illness. Great Christians through the ages have fought this familiar enemy. We can find hope again because God empathizes with our pain and invites us to the way up when we are down. Join us at Hometown as we tackle this important subject with empathy, balance, and timeless wisdom. Service Schedule: April 24: "If Life Is So Good, Then Why Do I Feel So Bad?" Pastor Kitt Guerrier live at Hometown-Lakeville and online (on video at HC-Bloomington & New Hope) May 1: "False Expectations And Resilience" Pastor Brent Knox live at Hometown-New Hope and online (on video at HC-Bloomington & Lakeville) May 8: "Helping a Friend with Post-Partum Depression" Pastor Spencer Bernard live at Hometown-Bloomington and online (on video at HC-Lakeville & New Hope) May 15: "Anger Lessons" Pastor Mark Bowen live at Hometown-Lakeville and online (on video at HC-Bloomington & New Hope) May 22: "From Burnout to Better" Pastor Brent Knox live at Hometown-Bloomington and online (on video at HC-Lakeville & New Hope)…
Stay Strong, Live Ready 1 Thessalonians "Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows." -Jesus “I beg your pardon, I never promised you a rose garden.” -Lynn Anderson, Country singer Just because you’re a Christian, God never promised you a simple existence on this planet. In fact, life can become harder when you follow Jesus. This was the experience of the church at Thessalonica. To help them, Paul wrote a letter to encourage their faith and help them stay strong. Please join us as we travel through the book of 1 Thessalonians and discover how to stay strong and live ready. Watch the promo video above.…
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