Episode 240: The movie Noah came out last week. Based on what I’m reading, it only resembled the Book in that it had a main character named Noah who built a big boat and then the earth flooded. Much the rest was “creative license.” Tune in as I give you the truth about Noah’s ark.
Tag Archives: God’s sovereignty
Engage
Episode 230: As we continue through 2014, New Year resolutions are falling by the wayside and perhaps some goals are going unmet. Allow God to give you a pep talk of sorts as He reminds from His Word that we are His masterpiece and consequently have a work and walk to get busy getting after. Tune in as I explain we are made in Christ to engage!
Predestination
Episode 229: The doctrines of predestination and election literally give me headaches thinking about. Join me as I explore the various views and the development of this doctrine in history with some illustrations along the way to hopefully clarify.
Holiness
Episode 228: What does it mean for God to be holy? What are the practical implications of God’s holiness upon us? Tune in as I examine the deep concept of the holiness of God and the holiness of God’s people.
godless
Episode 227: With the rise of secularism and more and more people indicating “non-” or “none” for their religious choice, it just seems that America is becoming godless. What is a Christian to do with the rise of godlessness? Tune in as I share the latest research data of the most godless cities and most religious states and what it means for Christians.
Question of the Day: Is Hell Real?
Napkin Notes
Episode 226: Garth Callaghan has cancer and is given only an 8% chance to live. Everyday he packs a napkin with a note written on it in his daughters lunch and has ensured that she will have one for the rest of her academic career (through High School) even if he passes away. What can this simple act of love from a terminal father teach us? Tune in as I make some connections for us.
Question of the Day: Is the word “hell” or the phrase “burn in hell” in the Bible?
Why the Church Is Not Growing
Episode 220: We see the church over in Africa facing intense persecution and yet growing like crazy. When we compare that to our experience…well, we are not facing the same kind of persecution (if any) nor are we growing. What gives? Tune in as I explore this matter.
Question of the Day: Is it true that Jesus created everything?
Reform America
Episode 219: With a new year comes renewed focus on the surrounding landscape of America – politically, socially, economically, etc. In this episode, we touch on the spiritual landscape and how a scene in the Bible eerily parallels our present-day situation in America.
Question of the Day: Is Jesus God?
Emboldened by God’s Spirit
Episode 202: Ever get that feeling that you know you should say something but you don’t. Tune in as I present the third & final installment of a sermon series I preached here in Merced about God’ Spirit. Imagine being fearless because you know God will give you exactly what you need. This is part 3 of a 3 part series.
Revelation 21
Episode 192: Our typical interpretation of Revelation 21 & 22 is that this is heaven. However, I challenge that view in this episode. If John is not talking about heaven, what is he talking about? Tune in as I explain the vision.
Question of the Day: Is Satan real?
Live from the Pulpit 