# WELS — RSS Amplifier Everything WELS publishes, across 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory. Page: Feed: --- ## [The Spirit Connects Us – August 20, 2026](https://wels.net/dev-daily/dd20260820/) _2026-08-20 · What About Jesus? Devotions_ https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260820dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion And in him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit. Ephesians 2:22 The Spirit Connects Us People are more connected than ever before. With a few taps on a screen, we can communicate with family members across the country or follow the lives of people around the… [Listen](https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260820dev.mp3) ## [A Solid Foundation – August 19, 2026](https://wels.net/dev-daily/dd20260819/) _2026-08-19 · What About Jesus? Devotions_ https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260819dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion Built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone. Ephesians 2:20 A Solid Foundation When a building begins to crack or lean, the problem is often hidden below the surface. The foundation is weak. No matter how beautiful the structure may appear, it cannot… [Listen](https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260819dev.mp3) ## [It’s Getting Personal – August 18, 2026](https://wels.net/dev-daily/dd20260818/) _2026-08-18 · What About Jesus? Devotions_ https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260818dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God’s people and also members of his household. Ephesians 2:19 It’s Getting Personal Most people know what it feels like to be an outsider. Perhaps you have walked into a room where everyone else seemed to know each other. Perhaps… [Listen](https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260818dev.mp3) ## [More Than Expected – August 17, 2026](https://wels.net/dev-daily/dd20260817/) _2026-08-17 · What About Jesus? Devotions_ https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260817dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion The Sovereign L ORD declares—he who gathers the exiles of Israel: “I will gather still others to them besides those already gathered.” Isaiah 56:8 More Than Expected Have you ever thought of God as a gatherer? Isaiah 56 paints a surprising picture. The Lord is not content merely to bring back the exiles of… [Listen](https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260817dev.mp3) ## [When Weak Is Good – August 16, 2026](https://wels.net/dev-daily/dd20260816/) _2026-08-16 · What About Jesus? Devotions_ https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260816dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion To keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But he said to me, My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my… [Listen](https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260816dev.mp3) ## [Separation – August 15, 2026](https://wels.net/dev-daily/dd20260815/) _2026-08-15 · What About Jesus? Devotions_ https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260815dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?” Romans 8:35 Separation Separation can be scary. Separation from loved ones, even for a short while, can fill our hearts with the unease of loneliness. The thought of being separated from money can cause great stress. Finally, even death can cause fear of being… [Listen](https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260815dev.mp3) ## [I Am Convinced – August 14, 2026](https://wels.net/dev-daily/dd20260814/) _2026-08-14 · What About Jesus? Devotions_ https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260814dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39 I Am Convinced Has your… [Listen](https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260814dev.mp3) ## [Without a Doubt! – August 13, 2026](https://wels.net/dev-daily/dd20260813/) _2026-08-13 · What About Jesus? Devotions_ https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260813dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies.… [Listen](https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260813dev.mp3) ## [It’s All Good! – August 12, 2026](https://wels.net/dev-daily/dd20260812/) _2026-08-12 · What About Jesus? Devotions_ https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260812dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 It’s All Good! “It’s all good!” someone might say. We might tell ourselves, “It’s all good,” even when it’s not. Even when it doesn’t seem good, we try to remain optimistic, look at… [Listen](https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260812dev.mp3) ## [Why Do You Doubt? – August 11, 2026](https://wels.net/dev-daily/dd20260811/) _2026-08-11 · What About Jesus? Devotions_ https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260811dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!” Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. “You of little faith,” he said, “why did you doubt?” And when they climbed into the… [Listen](https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260811dev.mp3) ## [Earn crypto from idle GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/hdczAorjbyTt) _2026-08-11 · **Sponsored**_ Run one CLI command, connect your GPU, and start receiving crypto payouts. ## 777 - From Wagon Train to Airplane _2026-06-01 · WELSTech Audio_ In this emotional and reflective episode of WELSTech Audio, titled "777 - From Wagon Train to Airplane," I, Martin Spriggs, join my co-host Sally Draper for a poignant farewell as she embarks on her retirement after 18 years with the show. Together, we reminisce about our journey through technology and ministry, highlighting the transformative changes we've witnessed—from the basics of church… [Listen](https://api-na1.hubspot.com/podcasts/v1/audio/file.mp3?portalId=45057981&podcastEpisodeId=214061235250&podcastShowId=211963707741&podcastEpisodeFileId=214069509677&podcastEpisodeCrmObjectId=560326914123&podcastEpisodeFileCrmObjectId=560297602435) ## 776 - Wholly Unauthorized _2026-05-14 · WELSTech Audio_ \*\*WELSTech 776 – Wholly Unauthorized\*\* What happens when you feed years of podcast transcripts into an AI and ask it to roast your guests? Episode 776, that's what. Martin and Sallie are joined once again by their favorite EdTech duo — Dr. Rachel Renno (Martin Luther College) and Jason Schmidt (Oshkosh ISD) — but this time, the agenda was set by Claude. Using OpenAI's Whisper to transcribe 15+… [Listen](https://api-na1.hubspot.com/podcasts/v1/audio/file.mp3?portalId=45057981&podcastEpisodeId=212893152531&podcastShowId=211963707741&podcastEpisodeFileId=212890009131&podcastEpisodeCrmObjectId=556223513446&podcastEpisodeFileCrmObjectId=556223548809) ## 775 - Cough Drops and Use Cases _2026-04-30 · WELSTech Audio_ \*\*WELSTech Episode 775 — Cough Drops and Use Cases\*\* Sallie's voice may not be at 100%, but the show must go on! In this episode of WELSTech, Martin and Sallie power through to explore one of the most practical questions in this Season of AI: what does AI actually look like in \*your\* ministry context? The WELS AI Task Force has been hard at work developing a set of top-10 AI use cases for three… [Listen](https://api-na1.hubspot.com/podcasts/v1/audio/file.mp3?portalId=45057981&podcastEpisodeId=212413296977&podcastShowId=211963707741&podcastEpisodeFileId=212416826944&podcastEpisodeCrmObjectId=554278950420&podcastEpisodeFileCrmObjectId=554277979777) ## 774 - Sprinkles and Shortlinks _2026-04-16 · WELSTech Audio_ In this episode of WELSTech, titled "Sprinkles and Shortlinks," I join co-host Sally Draper to explore the evolving landscape of church communications. We discuss the importance of bridging printed materials with digital resources, focusing on the effective use of URL shorteners and QR codes. These tools can enhance engagement and streamline access to online content, making it easier for… [Listen](https://api-na1.hubspot.com/podcasts/v1/audio/file.mp3?portalId=45057981&podcastEpisodeId=211957433712&podcastShowId=211963707741&podcastEpisodeFileId=211961080362&podcastEpisodeCrmObjectId=552096912160&podcastEpisodeFileCrmObjectId=552095799434) ## 773 - Give It a Desk _2026-04-02 · WELSTech Audio_ What if your AI assistant already knew your school handbook, your church's mission statement, your newsletter archives — and you never had to explain any of it again? That's the promise of AI workspaces, and in this episode Martin and Sallie break down how to put them to work in a ministry setting. The "big four" AI platforms — Claude, ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot — all offer some… [Listen](https://api-na1.hubspot.com/podcasts/v1/audio/file.mp3?portalId=45057981&podcastEpisodeId=211958096982&podcastShowId=211963707741&podcastEpisodeFileId=211961209708&podcastEpisodeCrmObjectId=552083082059&podcastEpisodeFileCrmObjectId=552069544237) ## [772 – The Pendulum Swings: EdTech’s Reckoning](https://welstech.wels.org/2026/03/19/772-the-pendulum-swings/) _2026-03-19 · WELSTech Audio_ Tune in to this episode of WELSTech for a lively discussion on right-sizing technology for the classroom. Our friends Jason and Rachel are back with a rubric utility, Adobe free education resources, and a sprinkling of AI as well. You’ll be shouting “BINGO!” before you know it! The discussion Has education gone too far with technology? Martin and Sallie are joined by Dr. Rachel Renno from Martin… [Listen](https://api-na1.hubspot.com/podcasts/v1/audio/file.mp3?portalId=45057981&podcastEpisodeId=211958094592&podcastShowId=211963707741&podcastEpisodeFileId=211961209909&podcastEpisodeCrmObjectId=552102430296&podcastEpisodeFileCrmObjectId=552102584417) ## [771 – Human Connection in a Digital Age](https://welstech.wels.org/2026/03/05/771-human-connection-in-a-digital-age/) _2026-03-05 · WELSTech Audio_ In this episode of WELSTech Audio, we dive into the critical theme of "Human Connection in a Digital Age." Join me, your host Martin Spriggs, as I explore the profound impact of technology on our ministry and personal lives. I share insights from a deeply personal experience, reflecting on how a significant health challenge reshaped my view of community and support. We also discuss the… [Listen](https://api-na1.hubspot.com/podcasts/v1/audio/file.mp3?portalId=45057981&podcastEpisodeId=211963708502&podcastShowId=211963707741&podcastEpisodeFileId=211961080385&podcastEpisodeCrmObjectId=552101303348&podcastEpisodeFileCrmObjectId=552097233739) ## [770 – Your Strategic Plan Deserves More Than a PDF](https://welstech.wels.org/2026/02/19/770-your-strategic-plan/) _2026-02-19 · WELSTech Audio_ It’s time for WELSTech 770, your bi-weekly dive into ministry and technology topics of the day. And today the conversation centers around tech to assist with managing a strategic plan. Also in this episode, learn more about the upcoming Taste of Missions event and a helpful new iOS app. Plus, get the “skinny” on Sallie’s hardware pick of the week. The discussion Working the Plan – Explore how… [Listen](https://api-na1.hubspot.com/podcasts/v1/audio/file.mp3?portalId=45057981&podcastEpisodeId=211958143127&podcastShowId=211963707741&podcastEpisodeFileId=211961080475&podcastEpisodeCrmObjectId=552102584376&podcastEpisodeFileCrmObjectId=552088905139) ## [769 – AI for the Assist](https://welstech.wels.org/2026/02/05/769-ai-for-the-assist/) _2026-02-05 · WELSTech Audio_ This episode of WELSTech features an interview with Ryan Kirchoff where he shares an overview of his recent Leadership Conference presentation on our favorite topic – Artificial Intelligence. Are You an Influencer is the topic of an upcoming webinar. Sallie has a new favorite song, and Martin has a new favorite gadget. Which one will be your favorite? The discussion Assist versus lead –… [Listen](https://api-na1.hubspot.com/podcasts/v1/audio/file.mp3?portalId=45057981&podcastEpisodeId=211958099036&podcastShowId=211963707741&podcastEpisodeFileId=211963359650&podcastEpisodeCrmObjectId=552087482802&podcastEpisodeFileCrmObjectId=552083673677) ## [Production-grade web engineering (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/jf9QvZHtA7lu) _2026-02-05 · **Sponsored**_ Senior engineers who rebuild or launch scalable web products with enterprise rigor ## [768 – Many Hats, Many Cats](https://welstech.wels.org/2026/01/22/768-many-hats-many-cats/) _2026-01-22 · WELSTech Audio_ Tune into this episode of WELSTech for a master class in herding cats as we navigate a lively discussion of the MLC degree and certificate offerings for technology directors. There’s also a broad range of picks of the week, Martin’s Screens and Souls presentation from Leadership Conference, and some free Google training to discuss. The discussion Technology director – Martin and Sallie welcome our… [Listen](https://api-na1.hubspot.com/podcasts/v1/audio/file.mp3?portalId=45057981&podcastEpisodeId=211961184794&podcastShowId=211963707741&podcastEpisodeFileId=211961209865&podcastEpisodeCrmObjectId=552081522509&podcastEpisodeFileCrmObjectId=552101134501)