Episodes

“The Apocalypse”—Is It Terrible or Wonderful? (256)
Jan. 28, 2025

“The Apocalypse”—Is It Terrible or Wonderful? (256)

When you hear the word “apocalypse,” what images come to mind? Do you imagine massive destruction and cataclysmic chaos reigning over humanity worldwide? You may be quite surprised to find out the true meaning is something qu...
OM—Mystical Sound or Empty Syllable? (255)
Jan. 21, 2025

OM—Mystical Sound or Empty Syllable? (255)

Why is the word “OM” considered so sacred and powerful? How many religions recognize it as a spiritually potent word? Why is it connected to three of the most revered gods of the Hindu pantheon: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva? How...
Are Natural Disasters "Acts of God"? (254)
Jan. 14, 2025

Are Natural Disasters "Acts of God"? (254)

Have you ever wondered why some insurance companies label hurricanes, tornados, floods, and wildfires as “acts of God”? Is it true that the Almighty is to blame for these cataclysmic calamities in the natural world? Or are th...
Are Catholics Sealed With the Holy Spirit During Confirmation? (253)
Jan. 7, 2025

Are Catholics Sealed With the Holy Spirit During Confirmation? (253)

It is believed in Catholicism that during the sacrament of Confirmation, the seal of the Holy Spirit is imparted, completing the work of salvation that begins at baptism. A Catholic bishop lays hands on each candidate, comman...
The Pope Opens Sacred Doors / Powerful Rite or Empty Ritual? (252)
Dec. 31, 2024

The Pope Opens Sacred Doors / Powerful Rite or Empty Ritual? (252)

Four revered Catholic churches in Rome have “holy doors” that have been sealed for almost ten years but are now being opened by the pope for a Jubilee year in 2025. Catholics who pass through those doors are promised a plenar...
"Peace On Earth!"--Unveiling the Mystery! (251)
Dec. 24, 2024

"Peace On Earth!"--Unveiling the Mystery! (251)

When the Messiah was born in Bethlehem, a celestial choir of multitudes of angels announced His coming with the declaration: “ Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men .” Discover the revelation hi...
What Is Natural Religion? (250)
Dec. 18, 2024

What Is Natural Religion? (250)

What is the difference between natural religion and revealed religion? Has God, from the beginning, witnessed His reality in natural ways for the benefit of all humanity? Has He also revealed Himself supernaturally to certain...
Is There Really Only One God? (249)
Dec. 10, 2024

Is There Really Only One God? (249)

When discussing the nature of the Godhead, Christians, Hindus, Sikhs, and New Agers all passionately insist, “There is only one God!” Do they all mean the same thing by that terse, five-word statement? Or are there drasticall...
Is the "Hallow App" Really Hallowed? (248)
Nov. 26, 2024

Is the "Hallow App" Really Hallowed? (248)

A new prayer app called “Hallow” is getting a lot of attention among believers. However, do the teachings and services on this app present a true biblical approach to prayer or are concepts being promoted that are false? The ...
Five Reasons I No Longer Confess My Sins To A Priest (247)
Nov. 19, 2024

Five Reasons I No Longer Confess My Sins To A Priest (247)

One of the most valued aspects of being Catholic is the sacrament of reconciliation: confessing your sins to a priest, receiving absolution (cleansing), and performing the assigned penance. There are five main reasons I no lo...
Is Infant Baptism Biblical? (246)
Nov. 12, 2024

Is Infant Baptism Biblical? (246)

Many Christian denominations teach infant baptism, including the Catholic Church in which I was raised. Is this a legitimate biblical tradition, or is it based on a misunderstanding of Scripture? Even if parents who do this a...
A Prophetic Vision of America (245)
Nov. 5, 2024

A Prophetic Vision of America (245)

Years ago, after a month of very successful open-air gatherings in India, I pled with God to let me remain in that nation of over one billion people the rest of my life and devote myself to reaching precious Hindu, Jainist, S...
3 Days of Spiritual Darkness and Deception (244)
Oct. 29, 2024

3 Days of Spiritual Darkness and Deception (244)

Halloween, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day—Why do these three days qualify as times of “darkness and deception”? When did these traditions begin? What primary Catholic doctrines are inseparably connected to two of these day...
"Divine Influence" or "Divine Essence"? (243)
Oct. 22, 2024

"Divine Influence" or "Divine Essence"? (243)

Do all human beings have an external “divine influence” that can bring them to completion or an internal “divine essence” that needs to be awakened? The difference between these two perspectives is profound. Do we have a “Hig...
7 Reasons I No Longer Believe In Purgatory (242)
Oct. 15, 2024

7 Reasons I No Longer Believe In Purgatory (242)

In 1274 A.D., Purgatory was officially declared a doctrine of the Catholic Church. This netherworld location has been described as a place of flames, punishment, intolerable pain, and purification, before those subjected to i...
Are All Religions Ok? Ask the Pope! (241)
Oct. 1, 2024

Are All Religions Ok? Ask the Pope! (241)

At a recent interfaith gathering in Singapore, Pope Francis voiced some very controversial statements. Referencing Sikhs, Hindus, Muslims, and Christians, he insisted, “We are all sons and daughters of God.” He also maintaine...
Is Everyone A Child Of God? (240)
Sept. 24, 2024

Is Everyone A Child Of God? (240)

Recently the pope spoke to an interfaith group of young people in Singapore and said, while mentioning Sikhs, Hindus, Muslims, and Christians, that we are all “the children of God.” Is that true? Or are there certain New Test...
Why Do Believers Lift Their Hands in Worship? (239)
Sept. 17, 2024

Why Do Believers Lift Their Hands in Worship? (239)

Lifting hands in worship is a biblical approach for worshiping God in a passionate and heartfelt way. Unknown to most people, there are 10 specific reasons, symbolic, prophetic, and spiritual, given in Scripture for this sacr...
Salvation in World Religions (238)
Sept. 10, 2024

Salvation in World Religions (238)

What is the solution to our spiritual problem as human beings? Do we need salvation, as Christianity teaches, liberation, as Hinduism teaches, enlightenment, as Buddhism teaches, or some other kind of spiritual awakening? Eve...
HOLY COW! WHY SO SACRED IN HINDUISM? (237)
Sept. 3, 2024

HOLY COW! WHY SO SACRED IN HINDUISM? (237)

Why are cows considered sacred in Hinduism and even worshipfully venerated? What are they allowed to roam in the streets, fed sweets, and adorned with painted images and garlands of flowers? Why is even cow dung used in some ...
“JUDGE NOT!” said Jesus. WHAT??? (236)
Aug. 27, 2024

“JUDGE NOT!” said Jesus. WHAT??? (236)

Jesus said, “Judge not that you be not judged” (Mt. 7:1) Did the Savior mean we should never offer an opinion challenging the doctrine or lifestyle choices of another person? Or is the correct interpretation much different? L...
Speaking in Tongues: The Gift, the Mystery, the Controversy (235)
Aug. 20, 2024

Speaking in Tongues: The Gift, the Mystery, the Controversy (235)

Speaking in tongues was a common occurrence in the early church. It is one of the nine supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit. Why is there such a controversy surrounding this mysterious manifestation of God's power? Are some ...
Where Was Jesus During His Hidden Years? (234)
Aug. 13, 2024

Where Was Jesus During His Hidden Years? (234)

The Bible is largely silent about Jesus between the ages of 12 and 30. Various sources offer conflicting claims, insisting Jesus trained under an Essene teacher, traveled to India, was mentored by Hindu healers, lived in a Ti...
Is Mary the “Perpetual Virgin”? (233)
Aug. 7, 2024

Is Mary the “Perpetual Virgin”? (233)

According to Catholic doctrine, Mary, the mother of Jesus, was a virgin before, during, and after the birth of Jesus—and thus, a virgin eternally. Is this true? Does the Bible verify this concept? Did any respected leaders in...