Author Beverly Gage tells the story of J. Edgar Hoover, the first director of the FBI, who shaped the agency's early years and left a lasting impact on American law enforcement and history. Hoover's life was marked by paradoxes and contradictions, from his progressive views on science and federal service to his deeply racist views on civil rights. He was a master of bureaucracy and file management, but also a ruthless opponent of those he deemed a threat to national security, including Martin Luther King Jr. [... more]

Richard Allen rose from slavery in colonial America to become a prosperous entrepreneur and inspirational preacher in the early Republic. He was a devoted follower of the Methodist Church and used his faith to advocate for the abolition of slavery and civil rights for African Americans. Allen's activism and leadership played a significant role in shaping the African Methodist Episcopal Church and the fight against slavery in America. [... more]

Matt Slick discusses various topics including Bible contradictions, atheism, and the nature of the Holy Spirit. He also answers listener questions on faith and works, the Trinity, and the use of polygraph lie detectors in churches. Additionally, he announces a Bible tour to Jordan and discusses the challenges faced by the CARM ministry. [... more]

Dr. Robert Jeffress unravels the apparent contradiction between James and Paul on how a person can be made right with God, showing how faith and works exist in perfect harmony. He explains that dead faith is fruitless, powerless, and orthodox, but not saving faith. The goal of interpreting Scripture is to understand what the writer had in mind, and James is not talking about living faith but dead faith. [... more]

Samson's story is a tragic tale of a man who went from being a hero of faith to a victim of his own disobedience and sin. Despite being blessed by God and having the power of the Holy Spirit, Samson failed to honor his parents, deserted his promise, distorted his purpose, defiled his purity, diluted his power, and disgraced his profession. His story serves as a warning to those who would ignore God's word and live a life of sin, but also as a reminder of God's mercy and forgiveness. [... more]

The sanctity of human life is a fundamental right that should be protected, and the pro-life movement seeks to promote this value through creative storytelling and visual media. The film 'Dear Mommy' tells the story of a child in the womb speaking to its mother, highlighting the potential and purpose of every human life. The filmmakers aim to shift minds and hearts towards valuing all life, whether planned or unplanned, and to promote a culture that respects the inherent dignity of every person. [... more]

Alexander Hamilton, a self-taught prodigy, rose from an illegitimate boyhood to become a key figure in American history, drafting the Federalist Papers and serving as the first Treasury Secretary, leaving a lasting impact on the country's government and institutions. [... more]

Jephthah, a man from the book of Judges, is remembered for a tragic vow he made to God, which led to the sacrifice of his only child. Despite his difficult background and circumstances, Jephthah showed good leadership and diplomacy skills, but ultimately made a foolish decision that had devastating consequences. [... more]

The story of Samson, a man of God who went from hero to zero, teaches us about the high cost of low living and the importance of honoring our parents, keeping our promises, and staying true to our purpose. We see how Samson's disobedience and sin led to his downfall, but also how he found redemption and a second chance with God. [... more]

Matt Slick discusses various topics including Open Theism, morality, and scripture accuracy. He responds to a caller's question about the morality before the flood and explains that morality comes from God's revelation. Matt also addresses a caller's concern about the accuracy of the Bible, explaining that copyist errors do not necessarily mean the entire Bible is not trustworthy. [... more]

Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived, asked God for wisdom to guide the people of Israel, demonstrating a humble and kingdom-focused prayer. He recognized his own limitations and God's promises, and his prayer serves as a template for any prayer about anything, whether it's wisdom or something else. [... more]

The host discusses government corruption, election integrity, and the importance of standing up for faith and freedom in the face of persecution. He emphasizes the need for Christians to be courageous and take action, rather than just praying and doing nothing. [... more]

The Bible is often accused of containing contradictions, but Dr. R.C. Sproul explains the difference between contradictions, paradoxes, and mysteries, highlighting the importance of understanding these concepts in Christian apologetics. [... more]

When God's promises seem to contradict His actions, it can be a test of our faith. Dr. Tony Evans shares the story of Abraham, who was asked to sacrifice his son Isaac, a test that required immense faith and trust in God's ability to raise him from the dead. This story illustrates the importance of having a bigger view of God, particularly when He doesn't make sense, and trusting in His sovereignty and faithfulness to His Word. [... more]

Dr. Tony Evans explores the nature of an up close and personal relationship with God, drawing from the biblical account of Moses' encounter with the burning bush. He emphasizes the importance of being in God's presence, responding to contradictions, and being willing to deal with sin in order to experience an encounter with the Holy One. [... more]

All believers should desire to grow in their faith But if we want to mature Pastor Greg Laurie points out that we need to use the tools God has given us to deepen our relationship with Him In this message from Acts and Psalm titled Faith Pastor Greg details the characteristics of every growing Christian Notes As Christians we sometimes don't realize all that God has done for us God has given us everything we need to grow spiritually Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling Philippians He who has the Holy Spirit in his heart and the [... more]

The age of the Earth is a topic of debate between creation scientists and secular scientists. Creation scientists argue that the Earth is young, citing contradictions in secular dating methods and the presence of original biomolecules in dinosaur bones. Secular scientists, on the other hand, rely on uniformitarian assumptions to assign ages to the Earth and its features. However, these assumptions lead to contradictions, such as the presence of radiocarbon in specimens that should be millions or billions of years old. [... more]

Dr. Michael Brown discusses various topics related to the Hebrew language, Jewish people, and the Bible, including myths and misconceptions about the Hebrew language, the significance of Jerusalem, and the differences in the Gospels. [... more]