Episodes

True Biblical Meditation (209)
Feb. 20, 2024

True Biblical Meditation (209)

Meditation is definitely encouraged in the Bible, and should be a part of the prayer life of any true Christian believer. However, it is much different than the meditation practices found in Far Eastern religions and New Age ...
MEDITATION: Far Eastern vs. Biblical (208)
Feb. 15, 2024

MEDITATION: Far Eastern vs. Biblical (208)

Many religions offer meditation techniques with promises of spiritual awakenings, contact with beings on higher planes, access into supernatural realms, or simply supernatural peace of mind. We will examine methods found in B...
“The Apocalypse”—Is It Terrible or Wonderful? (207)
Feb. 6, 2024

“The Apocalypse”—Is It Terrible or Wonderful? (207)

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...
Five Reasons God Allows Evil to Exist (206)
Jan. 31, 2024

Five Reasons God Allows Evil to Exist (206)

Why does God allow evil to exist in this world and all the problems and the pain that result from it: corrupted minds, damaged hearts, and destroyed lives? Why are there such things as war, murder, immorality, greed, poverty,...
What is the meaning of the Hindu greeting "Namaste"? (205)
Jan. 23, 2024

What is the meaning of the Hindu greeting "Namaste"? (205)

Hindus and New Agers often greet each other with a respectful gesture of folded hands and a slight bow as they utter the word “Namaste.” Many yoga classes open with participants making this statement toward each other. Is thi...
Is the "Hallow App" Really Hallowed? (204)
Jan. 16, 2024

Is the "Hallow App" Really Hallowed? (204)

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 ...
What If They Never Hear the Gospel? What Then? (203)
Jan. 9, 2024

What If They Never Hear the Gospel? What Then? (203)

Millions of people throughout the earth have never heard of Jesus—what happens to them when they die? A primary objection to Christianity concerns how unjust it would be if God required faith in the Gospel of those who have n...
THE FORGIVENESS FACTOR (202)
Jan. 2, 2024

THE FORGIVENESS FACTOR (202)

There’s no better way of starting the new year than to immerse your mind in the concept of “forgiveness.” Receiving forgiveness from God and granting forgiveness to others are two fundamental and related principles in Christi...
Are There Mansions in Heaven? And Three Other Afterlife Questions (201)
Dec. 26, 2023

Are There Mansions in Heaven? And Three Other Afterlife Questions (201)

Right before leaving, Jesus told His disciples, “Let not your heart be troubled . . . In My Father’s house are many mansions . . . I go to prepare a place for you.” (John 14:1-2). Will there be literal “mansions” in heaven fo...
The Mysterious Magi (200)
Dec. 19, 2023

The Mysterious Magi (200)

Who were the magi, the wise men who brought gifts to the baby Jesus? Where did they come from? When did they arrive? Were there only three? Were they kings? Why are they traditionally placed in that role? There are a lot of i...
THE LAW OF KARMA: Inescapable Stalker or Doctrinal Delusion? (199)
Dec. 11, 2023

THE LAW OF KARMA: Inescapable Stalker or Doctrinal Delusion? (199)

According to a recent, reputable poll, 63% of Americans believe in Karma, that everything we say or do will come back to us, either in this life or some future life. Is this true? Equally important—Is “The Law of Karma” in Hi...
What Really Is “The Kundalini”? (199)
Dec. 4, 2023

What Really Is “The Kundalini”? (199)

What is “the kundalini” and why do gurus, yoga advocates, and new agers also call it “the serpent power”? How do seekers pursue a “kundalini awakening”? Why are the Hindu deities, the goddess Shakti and the god Shiva, associa...
What Is the “Third Eye” and Did Jesus Believe in It?  (198)
Nov. 27, 2023

What Is the “Third Eye” and Did Jesus Believe in It? (198)

The “third eye” is a mysterious, eerie image of an eye in the middle of the forehead. Does it really exist? Is it the sixth chakra, as Hindus and New Agers claim. If so, what is its function and purpose? And the most importan...
Maya (Hinduism) or Deception (Christianity)—Which Is Right? (197)
Nov. 21, 2023

Maya (Hinduism) or Deception (Christianity)—Which Is Right? (197)

Hinduism teaches that maya (delusion) prevents human beings from understanding their true nature (the belief that they are divine beings, manifestations of God). Christianity teaches human beings live misguided, debased lives...
Two Encounters with Satan – Ten Lessons Learned (196)
Nov. 14, 2023

Two Encounters with Satan – Ten Lessons Learned (196)

Two intense encounters with Satan taught me ten powerful lessons that changed my life dramatically. These revelations are now a major part of the foundation of truth in my life. Both encounters occurred at night, in a dream-l...
Nine Myths About Satan / Part 2 (195)
Nov. 6, 2023

Nine Myths About Satan / Part 2 (195)

Is Satan’s personal name really Lucifer? Was he the worship leader of heaven before he fell? Did a third of the angels fall with him? Often believers repeat biblically-based ideas like these without fully researching them in ...
3 Days of Darkness and Deception (194)
Oct. 31, 2023

3 Days of Darkness and Deception (194)

Halloween, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day—Why do all three days qualify as “days of darkness and deception”? How are these three days related to each other? What does this have to do with the correct Christian worldview? C...
Nine Myths About Satan (193)
Oct. 24, 2023

Nine Myths About Satan (193)

So many beliefs about Satan cannot be proven by Scripture. Just because they are generally accepted doesn’t mean they are right. Is Satan’s skin red? Does he have a tail and bat wings? Does he reign in hell? Can he torment yo...
What Are the Eight Limbs of Yoga?  Do They Really Lead to Enlightenment? (192)
Oct. 18, 2023

What Are the Eight Limbs of Yoga? Do They Really Lead to Enlightenment? (192)

What are “The Eight Limbs of Yoga”? According to Patanjali’s writings in the Yoga Sutras of Hinduism, these "limbs" or steps must be taken to reach God-consciousness (“Samadhi”). Interestingly, there are both areas of agreeme...
A Prophetic Word Over Israel (191)
Oct. 10, 2023

A Prophetic Word Over Israel (191)

Israel is under attack. Will the terrorist group prevail, or will ancient prophecies prevail? What does God say in His Word about Israel in the last days? Will anything hinder God’s Word from coming to pass? Absolutely not! W...
SUKKOT - The Joyous Celebration of the Feast of Tabernacles (190)
Oct. 3, 2023

SUKKOT - The Joyous Celebration of the Feast of Tabernacles (190)

Sukkot (the Feast of Tabernacles) is the last of seven Feasts that God instructed the Jews to celebrate annually during the Old Testament era. There are five main levels of interpretation to all the Feasts: historical, practi...
What Is Yom Kippur (The Jewish Holy Day)? (189)
Sept. 28, 2023

What Is Yom Kippur (The Jewish Holy Day)? (189)

Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement) is the holiest day of the year for a devoted Jewish person. Israelites throughout the world (from nightfall on September 24 to sundown on September 25) participated in its call to repentance....
True Biblical Meditation (188)
Sept. 19, 2023

True Biblical Meditation (188)

Meditation, according to the Bible, is much different than the prescription for meditation found in Far Eastern religions and New Age spirituality. It is not mechanical; it is relational. It’s a normal outgrowth of walking wi...
MEDITATION: Far Eastern vs. Biblical  (187)
Sept. 12, 2023

MEDITATION: Far Eastern vs. Biblical (187)

Many religions offer meditation techniques with promises of spiritual awakenings, contact with beings on higher planes, access into supernatural realms, or simply supernatural peace of mind. We will examine methods found in B...