5AM Podcast

Michael Klassen, 5AM Podcast

The mission of 5AM Podcast is to be a destination of encouragement for growth, blessing and prosperity. To provide business, lifestyle and motivation information and helps. To help you stay focused and motivated, and live in gratitude with a mindset and life of abundance. At 5AM Podcast we think abundance, we wake up, thrive, hustle, and live life to the fullest.

  1. Why did this Horse have 3 Angels Protecting him?

    5d ago

    Why did this Horse have 3 Angels Protecting him?

    Have you ever experienced a bond with an animal so powerful that it completely defied explanation? In this episode of the 5AM. Podcast, host Michael Klassen sits down with lifelong horsewoman and author Tammy Holsey to discuss her deeply moving true story, "Checote's Angels." For 23 years, Tammy shared an unbreakable bond with her horse, Checote—a wild Pinto gentled by a Comanche handler who went on to become her partner, protector, and soulmate.Tammy shares the terrifying true account of an emergency bareback ride where she laid down the reins, threw out the map, and trusted Checote to navigate a labyrinth of trails in the Texas heat to find a critically injured friend. From the mysterious "bird dog point" that saved Checote's life after a freak accident to multiple independent witnesses seeing guardian angels in his stall, this episode is a breathtaking reminder that we are never truly alone.We also take a fascinating dive into Tammy's incredible family history, including her 10-year-old ancestor Katie, who went on a Paul Revere-style bareback ride to warn Texas settlers after the fall of the Alamo in 1836. If you believe that God uses all of His creation—including horses and dogs—to deliver peace, guidance, and miracles, this conversation will move you deeply.✨ Pick up your copy of "Checote's Angels" by Tammy Holsey on Amazon: [https://a.co/d/0f6OiYZX 👉 Support the Podcast: Loved this episode? Buy us a delicious virtual cup of coffee to keep the stories flowing! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/5ampodcast--- 📌 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Welcome Tammy Holsey to the 5 a.m. Podcast 02:00 - Where the Name "Checote" Comes From (Cherokee Heritage) 03:30 - Captured from the Wild: Gentled by "Indian George" 05:40 - The Horrific Pasture Accident & Star’s Unbelievable "Bird Dog Point" 08:30 - The Healing Journey: Becoming the Only Person Checote Trusted 10:10 - The Three Forms of Angels: Animal, Human, and Spiritual 11:45 - How Checote Became a Guardian Angel for Tanner the Husky Mix 14:55 - The Power of the Morgan Horse Breed: The Horses That Never Quit 17:30 - Texas History: Tammy’s Ancestor and the Defenders of the Alamo 20:00 - Little Katie’s 1836 Bareback Ride to Warn the Settlers 25:35 - Beautiful Coincidence vs. Genuine Divine Intervention 27:00 - The Animal Communicator and the Revelation of the Two Angels 29:00 - A Stranger Confirms: "This Horse Has Two Angels That Never Leave Him" 31:40 - The Third Angel Arrives: A Specific Life-Saving Assignment 33:45 - The Riderless Horses: Laying Down the Reins to Find Jean 36:00 - Navigating the Terrifying Gravel Quarry with an Angelic Guide 41:40 - Standing in Your Authentic Truth: What Horses Teach Us About Integrity 46:00 - Overcoming Hardship: Checote as a Sanctuary During Divorce 51:00 - "It’s Time": Checote's Final Heartbreaking Message to Tammy 57:30 - Animal Communication in the Bible (Numbers 22) & Hope for the Disconnected--- Connect with us in the comments! Have you ever experienced a spiritual encounter or an unexplainable bond with an animal? Let us know below!Follow 5AM Podcast on our YouTube channel: YouTube.com/@5AMPodcastChannel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06ptr5B... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast... 👉 CONNECT WITH US: 🌐 Website: www.5AMPodcast.com 📱 Instagram: www.instagram.com/5ampodcast 🐦 X.com: x.com/5AMPodcast1 📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/5ampodcast ⏰ TikTok: www.TikTok.com/@5am.podcastSupport the Show:☕ Buy us a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/5am.podcast#ChecotesAngels #AlamoHistory #AnimalIntuition #FaithStories #AngelEncounters #5amPodcast #MiracleStories #TrueStory #HorseStories

    57 min
  2. Why they don't tell you this about sleeping | Benjamin Long

    Jun 12

    Why they don't tell you this about sleeping | Benjamin Long

    Are you a high achiever struggling with "anxious toil," or a parent who hasn't seen a full night of rest in years? In this episode of the 5 a.m. Podcast, host Michael Klassen sits down with Dr. Benjamin Long—a dual board-certified sleep medicine physician, pediatrician, and seminary student. Dr. Long lives at the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and theology, viewing sleep not just as a medical necessity, but as a spiritual gift. We dive deep into why sleep-deprived entrepreneurs make poor business decisions, how the "ubiquitous smartphone" broke our internal clocks in 2012, and why the ancient practice of the Daily Examine can cure your 3 a.m. overthinking. If you are ready to trade restlessness for a truly rested life and turn your bedroom back into a sanctuary, this conversation is for you. ✨ Grab Dr. Long’s new book, "Sleep Habits, Journal Practices, Prayers and Devotions to Ease Your Sleepless Nights" at https://www.sleephabitsjournal.com 👉 Support the Podcast: If you loved this episode, buy us a virtual coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/5ampodcast---📌 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Welcome Dr. Benjamin Long to the 5 a.m. Podcast 02:00 - The Hebrew Tradition: Why the Day Actually Starts with Rest 04:30 - REM vs. Non-REM: What Your Brain is Doing While You Sleep 07:00 - Adenosine, Caffeine, and the Glymphatic "Brain Drain" System 11:45 - How Smartphones and Blue Light Broke Our Circadian Rhythms 16:50 - The "Sleepless Night Rules" (And the Truth About Naps) 20:00 - How to Fix "The Overthinker" & "The Clock Watcher" Archetypes 24:50 - Why Sleep-Deprived Founders Pick Bad Business Ideas 27:30 - Your Mattress Isn't the Problem: Behavioral Barriers to Sleep 32:00 - The Strongest "Zeitgeber": Using Total Darkness to Reset 35:30 - What is Theo-Somnia? Integrating Faith and Sleep Science 45:30 - Psalm 127 & The Vanity of Anxious Toil 51:00 - Sleep Interruption in the Bible: The Call of Samuel & Gethsemane 58:30 - A Powerful 3 a.m. Practice for the Bone-Tired Soul Contact Dr. Benjamin Long: https://thewholeheartedmd.comFollow 5AM Podcast on our YouTube channel: YouTube.com/@5AMPodcastChannel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06ptr5B... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast... 👉 CONNECT WITH US: 🌐 Website: www.5AMPodcast.com 📱 Instagram: www.instagram.com/5ampodcast 🐦 X.com: x.com/5AMPodcast1 📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/5ampodcast ⏰ TikTok: www.TikTok.com/@5am.podcast Support the Show: ☕ Buy us a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/5am.podcast #SleepMedicine #NeuroscienceAndFaith #HighPerformanceLeadership #Entrepreneursleep #InsomniaCure #5amPodcast #ChristianWellness

    58 min
  3. Reimagining Faith Through Fiction | David Gregory

    Jun 11

    Reimagining Faith Through Fiction | David Gregory

    Join host Michael Klassen as he sits down with New York Times bestselling author David Gregory, whose powerful novels like "Dinner with a Perfect Stranger" and "One of Us" have transformed how readers encounter faith through storytelling. In this thought-provoking conversation, David reveals his unexpected journey into Christian fiction and how personal failures shaped his authentic portrayal of characters seeking redemption. Discover why his reimagining of Jesus in contemporary settings has resonated with readers worldwide and challenged traditional perceptions of God's character. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction to David Gregory's Journey 03:14 Themes of Failure and Redemption in Fiction 05:51 Personal Experiences Shaping the Narrative 08:49 The Impact of "Dinner with a Perfect Stranger" 12:37 Exploring the 22 Letters from Jesus 15:36 Reimagining the Gospels in Modern Context 18:30 Understanding the Four Gospels 21:39 Misconceptions About God's Character 25:23 Navigating Faith in a Fallen World 🔑 KEY INSIGHTS: - How dinner conversations with Jesus serve as powerful metaphors for spiritual transformation - Why understanding the new covenant is essential for grasping God's grace - The danger of placing faith in spiritual leaders rather than in Christ - How reimagining biblical narratives in contemporary settings makes faith accessible - Why personal relationship with God matters more than religious performance Whether you're a longtime fan of David's work or new to Christian fiction, this conversation offers fresh perspectives on faith, redemption, and the transformative power of encountering Jesus through story. Follow 5AM Podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@5AMPodcastChannel🎧 Listen on all major platforms:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06ptr5B6AzdU9G2HHo0Usn?si=fZ6aciD3SL-Xw5xNkNwg4QApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/5am-podcast/id1789419897👉 CONNECT WITH US:🌐 Website: www.5AMPodcast.com📱 Instagram: www.instagram.com/5ampodcast🐦 X.com: x.com/5AMPodcast1📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/5ampodcast⏰ TikTok: www.TikTok.com/@5am.podcast💰 Sponsored by www.myinstantgold.com #ChristianFiction #FaithJourney #DavidGregory #SpiritualGrowth #GospelNarrative #Redemption #ChristianLiterature #PersonalTransformation #5AMPodcast

    36 min

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The mission of 5AM Podcast is to be a destination of encouragement for growth, blessing and prosperity. To provide business, lifestyle and motivation information and helps. To help you stay focused and motivated, and live in gratitude with a mindset and life of abundance. At 5AM Podcast we think abundance, we wake up, thrive, hustle, and live life to the fullest.