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The example in the video is just one of many ways to illustrate a larger point- parenting with the mindset of how Jesus would respond in all of life’s moments. It’s about demonstrating grace, patience, and love, even during life’s most frustrating moments. When we’re tempted to react harshly or out of pure emotion, we are reminded to bring it back to Jesus and how He deals with us daily

Thank you for commenting! Persecution for righteousness often happens when we live our faith boldly, standing firm in a world that may not understand or accept Christ (John 15:18-20). While not everyone is called to a public role, we are all called to let our light shine (Matthew 5:16), wherever God has placed us. A quiet or anonymous faith can feel safe, but it might also mean missing chances to reflect Christ to others. Living openly in alignment with God’s Word-through our actions, words, and choices-can invite challenges. The question to ask is: Are we living in a way that shows God’s truth, even when it costs us something? Wherever you are, there are opportunities to live boldly for Him.

Thanks for the comment, Betty! The teachings of Jesus found in the Beatitudes are not intended to be held up and against the Ten Commandments. The former is Jesus' exposition, or explanation, of what the heart and character of someone should be who is seeking to follow God and obey his commandments. This person is not seeking to be approved by God by his/her obedience to the Law, but rather sees the Law as a good and right guideline for how to live a life of obedience to God. The Pharisees and Sadducees of Jesus' day had so contorted the idea of obedience to the Law, including the Ten Commandments, that they had totally ignored the whole purpose of it, which was to show men and women their inability to measure up to God's perfect standard of morality and purity and thereby showing them their need for a Savior, the Messiah, Jesus Christ. The Beatitudes direct individual believers and show them a portrait of a sincere and genuine follower of Christ; the Ten Commandments show individuals, and larger corporate bodies as well, a God-given standard of conduct that doesn't earn them heaven, but does promote God-glorifying and God-honoring individuals, families, churches, and communities. To that end, it would be our opinion that believers should have the Beatitudes written on their hearts and mirrors, and that communities should have the Ten Commandments written in public places. I hope this helps answer your question. God bless!

It sure is! A local blacksmith made it for us, and it’s been a great addition to the studio.

Same here. I don't blame Cliff though. It's my fault for trusting him. I was even a bigger fool for thinking he would actually pay me back. Like you, I invested quite a bit of money in Cliffs projects because I believed in him and his work. I trusted him since we served together as Chaplains in the same National Guard unit. When everything went south ... radio silence. And then there were the constant updates and assurances; " were close to getting a new deal" or " I'm working to get you paid back", or "insert new excuse here". Its laughable at this point. Supposedly, there are categories of investors who get reimbursements but who knows. It's all so secretive. No one knows how many investors are involved, how much was invested, and who is getting paid (if at all). I asked but he wouldn't tell. No accountability. At this point, Id respect him if he just came forward and told all of us, "Yall ain't getting none of yo money back". Stringing us along w/ emails is simply a cruel game. Even with all of this ... I wish him the best. He is a great writer and a gifted speaker. I hope he and his Family are well.

Thanks so much for your enthusiasm! Cliff’s writing truly does bring out that warrior spirit and inspires us to follow God’s lead with strength and readiness. We’re thrilled that his work resonates with you, too! As for Shadow of the Mountain, we’d love to see that story continue as well, but no plans are confirmed yet. We’ll keep everyone updated if that changes. Thanks for reaching out, and we’re just as excited for what’s to come!

Thanks so much for the kind words and support! We’re grateful to have readers like you who appreciate the heart behind Cliff’s work. We’ll definitely keep it up, and I’ll pass along your encouragement. Thank you for being part of this journey with us!

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We’re so glad to hear that Cliff’s work resonates with you! It’s amazing how he brings the biblical narrative to life in such a fresh way. Thank you for your comment, and we’re excited for what’s to come, God willing. Feel free to connect with us anytime!

Thank you for sharing that with us. We’re so glad to hear that the conversation resonated with you, especially during such a pivotal moment in your journey. It’s amazing how God can use moments like these to speak to us in our brokenness and guide us toward healing and growth. Cliff’s stories and the themes we discuss in this podcast are all about confronting those challenges and finding God’s strength in the midst of it. We’ll be praying for you as you continue seeking Him and moving forward. There are many self reflection points in The Boundary of Blood that I'm sure you will see while reading it. Keep in touch!

I’d be interested to hear more about what you think. Which part do you believe is off? Open to hearing your perspective. For some additional context, here is the full teaching that discusses how we’re called to fight against personal struggles, cultural influences, and spiritual forces, relying on God’s power to transform hearts and minds in our communities today. Here is the full video for context - th-cam.com/video/XiFJWx_0C2o/w-d-xo.html

I appreciate your thoughts and understand where you’re coming from. While history has seen events where violence was intertwined with faith, and we do need to acknowledge those, the section you saw is part of a larger message focused on the spiritual battle Christians are called to fight today. As the clip mentions, we don’t fight with a physical sword-we fight with God’s Word, lifting up truth over lies and deception. The full teaching discusses how we’re called to fight against personal struggles, cultural influences, and spiritual forces, relying on God’s power to transform hearts and minds in our communities today. Here is the full video for context - th-cam.com/video/XiFJWx_0C2o/w-d-xo.html

Thanks so much for your incredible support over the years! It’s amazing to hear how Cliff’s stories have impacted your view of these biblical men. We’re just as excited as you are for the re-release of the Lion of War series-stay tuned, it’s coming soon! As for the Shadow of the Mountain series, unfortunately, the second book was never published, but we’ll keep you updated if that ever changes. We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed Boundary of Blood! Cliff’s storytelling is truly something special, and we’re excited to see what God has in store for this new partnership. We hope you’ll continue to dig deeper into the ministry with us, and we’re always here if you have any questions or thoughts to share!

Makes you think. Thanks for connecting!

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Thanks for connecting with us! We love the depth you’re drawing between Homer’s Iliad and the biblical warriors like Joshua and Caleb. There’s something so raw and powerful in the ancient accounts of men of faith, especially when you consider their battles and how they had to rely on God in the midst of chaos and violence. As fans of Cliff’s work, we couldn’t agree more with the need for real, gritty storytelling that reflects the realities of the Bible. War is brutal, and the Bible doesn’t shy away from it, but it also highlights the strength and faith that these men had as they fought, not just physical enemies, but spiritual battles as well. We’re thrilled that Cliff is writing again and bringing these stories to life in a way that connects with our love for ancient history and faith. Keep an eye out for more from him-we’re just as excited as you are for what’s coming next! You are a lucky man to have one of those copies of Song of War. Travis from the podcast has a copy as well from way back when. But those are the only copies I've heard of. Hope to continue to hear from you. Reach out anytime!

Glad to hear you finished Boundary of Blood already! So awesome that you enjoyed it. Cliff’s ability to bring these stories to life-especially when there are only two verses referring to it is incredible. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, we always enjoy hearing from you!

Thank you so much for sharing your story. It’s incredibly humbling to hear how The Lion of War series helped wake you up spiritually and brought you closer to God-stories like yours are why we’re so passionate about this partnership with Cliff. We believe that God has used and will continue to use these books to stir hearts, ignite faith, and equip men to lead their families with strength and purpose, just as He did for you. Cliff’s vision and dedication to telling these raw, faith-driven stories has always been about more than just storytelling; it’s about inspiring men like you to live out God’s calling. We’re honored to stand alongside him in this mission and can’t wait to see how God will continue to move through the work that’s yet to come. Please feel free to reach out anytime-we’d love to stay connected!

Hey David, thanks for the feedback! In regards to your first comment, I believe the witness of the New Testament shows that both repentance from dead works and repentance from sin both apply to a saving response to the Gospel message. For the Jews on the day of Pentecost, the call of Peter was to repent from the dead works of the Law and believe in the finished work of the Messiah. For the Gentiles in most of Paul’s writings, the call is to repent from their sin, seeing as how they had no Law to be used to attain righteousness. I believe the fundamental message of the Gospel is to turn from sin, whether that be carnal deeds or legalistic works of righteousness, and believe in the name of Jesus, the propitiation for our sins and the Law-keeper for our righteousness, what most scholars would call the double obedience of Christ. And in regards to Judas, I would agree with you that he rejected Christ as the Messiah, but that was in fact sin, so he attempted to repent of his sin because he felt guilty, not that he was now trusting in Christ. I pray this doesn’t serve to convolute the message of the video. God bless, David!

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for the encouragement!

Thank you so much for your kind words! It’s truly a blessing to see how the Holy Spirit works through these messages. All glory to God for the way He speaks into our lives and continues to transform us.

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for the encouragement!

Thank you for your thoughtful comment! Scripture indeed teaches us the importance of purity and how our judgments can either honor or defile what is pure. When we allow Christ to shape our perspective, we see things through His eyes-pure and undefiled. It’s a daily surrender, trusting His word to guide us in how we perceive and interact with the world around us.

@@kavodfamily Thank you for the reply. Lately I've been practicing praying without ceasing, and it has changed my life. Jesus Christ saved me. As above, so below. Deny the self to be free, then the true self rises to the top.

Thank you for your thoughtful comment! You’re absolutely right-it’s Christ’s love that compels us, as 2 Corinthians 5:14 reminds us. Sin separates us from God, but it’s through Christ’s love and sacrifice that we are drawn back to Him and transformed. While sin doesn’t compel us, the awareness of it often highlights our need for Christ’s love and grace to work in our lives. We appreciate your insight and are grateful for your engagement!

We’re so glad this resonated with you, and we join you in praising God for what He is doing in all of our lives!

Hello and welcome, brother! We’re so glad you joined the family. Your take is spot on-fully surrendering to Jesus is the key to transformation. As we surrender, He renews our minds, purifies our hearts, and makes us whole. We join you in prayer, asking for His mercy and deliverance from all that hinders us. Thank you for sharing, and may the Lord continue to guide us both!

You’re so welcome! We’re grateful for your support!

Amen! You’re absolutely right-this truth is all throughout Scripture, and focusing on Christ is the key. It’s incredible to see how God continues to transform us as we surrender to Him. Praise God for the work He’s doing in all of us through Jesus! God bless you, brother!

Hey Matthew, we’ve all been through what you’re going through. The fact that you’re feeling that conviction is a sign that God is with you. Hold on to Him tightly and let Him tear down our flesh and transform us. Love you, brother. May God be with you.

Thank you so much for engaging with our content! We hope you continue to find insight and encouragement in everything we share.

Thank you brother ! stay tuned for more if you ever have more questions email us we would love too reach out

Glad it was helpful!