The early church had to deal with the heresy of Gnosticism, which rejected the physical world and saw matter as inherently evil. Gnostics believed in a cosmology where God emanated from a higher spiritual realm, and the material world was a result of an intermediate creator. They also believed in a dualistic view of reality, separating spirit and matter. The Gnostics' view of Jesus was as a spiritual being who appeared in human form, but not as a physical person. This view was rejected by the early church, which saw it as fundamentally anti-Christian. [... more]

The 1904 Olympics in St. Louis were a unique event that showcased the differences between European and American approaches to sports and national identity. The games were marked by poor sports science, commercialization, and a lack of national representation, which led to a split between the Europeans and Americans that continues to this day. [... more]

The use of marijuana is being increasingly portrayed as a natural, therapeutic substance, but experts warn of its potential dangers, including addiction, public health and safety concerns, and the need for a science-based approach to policy decisions. [... more]

God's love is revealed through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who came to save the world from sin and its consequences. Through faith and repentance, individuals can experience a new life in Christ, leading to eternal life and redemption. [... more]

Pastor Ernie Sanders discusses the story of Judas and Jesus, exploring the themes of betrayal and the importance of understanding the scriptures. He also touches on current events, including the Ohio version of Agenda 2030 and the need for Christians to be aware of the enemy's plans. [... more]

The message of the resurrection is a powerful reminder that we will live forever, and our bodies will be transformed into heavenly bodies. We will have eternal security, and our lives will be filled with joy and confidence, knowing that we are sealed by God and will be with Him forever. [... more]

In rural Malawi, many children wake up each day unsure if they'll eat and relying on water that can make them sick. Cross International is working to break the cycle of poverty, provide clean water, and introduce families to the love of Jesus. Their long-term approach involves partnering with local ministries to equip communities with vital physical resources and spiritual support. [... more]

God wants your family to be fit, both physically and spiritually. Your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, and taking care of it is a matter of discipline, disposition, devotion, and decision. By following God's natural laws and living a life of faith, you can achieve physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. It's not just about being healthy and physically strong, but about being a testimony to your neighbors and standing out in matters of faith, fun, finance, and fitness. [... more]

The hosts discuss the importance of exposing false prophets and liberation theology, and the need for a fair and free election process. They also touch on topics such as abortion, pedophilia, and child abuse, and the importance of glorified bodies in the afterlife. Additionally, they discuss immigration and welfare fraud, and the need for a constitutional republic over a democracy. [... more]

Chip Ingram teaches about the importance of total commitment to God, explaining that it's not just an emotional moment, but a wise decision to surrender all to Him. He uses the parable of the treasure in the field to illustrate the idea that God wants us to give Him our all, and that this is the channel through which His best blessings flow. [... more]

The doctrine of the Holy Spirit is critical for Christians, providing guidance, comfort, and power for daily life. Jesus said the Holy Spirit would be a comforter, guide, and advocate, indwelling believers and giving them the desires of God. As the temple of the Holy Spirit, believers are called to honor God with their bodies, recognizing they belong to Him by creation and redemption. [... more]

Chip Ingram explores the concept of total commitment and surrender, revealing that it's the channel through which God's best and biggest blessings flow. He shares stories and biblical principles to help listeners understand the importance of trusting God and letting go of 'plastic pearls' in favor of true spiritual treasures. [... more]

To give God what He wants the most, one must make a decision to surrender all to Him, letting go of idols and distractions, and trusting in His goodness and plan for their life. This involves a process of spiritual growth, where one learns to offer their body as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God, and to trust in His mercy and love. [... more]

Many older adults feel financially locked in their homes, which were never designed for aging bodies. A reverse mortgage can help them move into safer, healthier homes without taking on new monthly payments. Financial experts discuss the importance of prevention and planning for housing decisions later in life, and offer guidance on budgeting, debt management, and building an emergency fund. [... more]

In heaven, we won't be someone else, you will be you, and the relationships you have here on earth with Christians will continue in heaven. You'll know other people, they will know you, and you will enjoy perfect fellowship untainted by sin of any kind. Our new bodies will be physical, vastly different than our original bodies, and perfect, with no more cancer, heart attacks, strokes, or high blood pressure. [... more]

The Bible speaks of spiritual birth and spiritual blindness, and Pastor Ernie Sanders explores this concept in his message. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio reveals a 50-year-old conspiracy to deindustrialize the US economy, and President Trump's administration is working to restore economic sovereignty and re-industrialize the nation, challenging the globalist system of free trade and green insanity. [... more]

The evidence of faith is one's works, and if you are saved, your works will fall out to the glory of God. However, if you don't have any works, you'll grieve the Holy Ghost, and God will deal with you severely to prevent you from losing your rewards in heaven. It's essential to make your salvation sure, as many people think they're saved but are not. The best way to resist the devil is to call on God, using the Word of God as your defense. [... more]

Jesus is constructing a place that is perfectly designed just for each individual, a place where they will be made for it, stitch by stitch, as a glove is made for a hand. The Bible teaches that heaven is a real place, a new heaven and a new earth, where there will be no oceans, no sun or moon, and no sin. The new heaven will be physical in nature, familiar to us, and have a capital city called the New Jerusalem, which will be massive, with a wall 72 yards thick and 12 gates, and will be free from evil and sin. [... more]

Treating your body as a temple of the Holy Spirit is crucial for physical and spiritual well-being. Dr. Abaddon Shah emphasizes the importance of taking care of one's body, exercising regularly, and eating right, as stated in 1 Timothy 4:8. He also discusses how our mindset plays a significant role in our physical health, and how we should not give in to self-soothing or self-medicating behaviors. The conversation highlights the biblical perspective on the human body, emphasizing that it is a gift from God and should be treated with dignity and respect. [... more]

Caregivers often struggle with the emotional weight of their responsibilities, but it's essential to prioritize their own well-being and seek support. A key concept in caregiving is alignment, not just physical but also emotional and spiritual. It's about recognizing the limitations and needs of both the caregiver and the care recipient, and making intentional decisions to ensure a sustainable and healthy caregiving journey. This requires patience, competence, and a willingness to adapt and learn, just like the process of prosthetic limb alignment. By embracing this mindset, caregivers can find hope and resilience in the midst of challenging circumstances, and ultimately, achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life. [... more]

Dana returns to the mic President Trump speaks at the World Economic Forum in Davos as conversations about Greenland heat up Trump promises to not use force to take Greenland Dana reacts to the incoming winter storm that is supposed to affect hundreds of millions of Americans bringing ice and feet of snow Dana breaks down European leaders' responses to Trump's Greenland strategy and explains how they haven't protected their own borders for global security Bruce Springsteen unloads on ICE during a fiery hometown concert speech Dana recaps how protesters disrupted a Cities Church service Sunday morning in Minneapolis after [... more]

Dan Seaborn challenges couples to take their marriages to the next level by building a deeper relationship, valuing physical attraction, and chasing emotional connectedness. He shares personal anecdotes and biblical principles to illustrate the importance of becoming emotionally one with one's spouse and their family, and how this can lead to spiritual growth and a stronger marriage. [... more]

A Christian marriage coach shares practical advice on how to improve communication and build a deeper relationship with your spouse, emphasizing the importance of listening, self-control, and letting go of trying to change your partner. [... more]

The Bible teaches that we will experience a miraculous transformation when the Lord returns, where our bodies will be completely transformed, and we will be given a spiritual body that will not die. This transformation will be instantaneous, and we will be changed in a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. Our new body will be one that will not die, and it will be unrestricted regarding physical limitations, meaning we will never get sick or weak. We will be able to enjoy God's goodness and blessings without any restriction of death, and it will be a transition into an everlasting realm where we will enjoy God throughout eternity. [... more]

God has placed a homing instinct in us, a longing for a place we've never been before, and that's heaven. It's a real place, not a state of mind, where we'll have new bodies, worship God, and serve Him in various ways. We'll be reunited with loved ones, and the main event of heaven is Jesus. To be sure of going to heaven, we need to accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, and He's prepared a place for those who are prepared. [... more]

The discussion revolves around the Gaza peace deal, Hamas, Israel, and the role of Arab states in the Middle East. The conversation also touches on the situation in Venezuela, the CIA's covert action, and the Trump administration's policies. Additionally, the topic of US politics, healthcare, and the shutdown are discussed, as well as the New York City mayor's race and the Israel-Palestine conflict. [... more]

Human beings are destined for more than we currently experience. The limitations on our body are temporary limitations if we're Christians. We're going to experience a physical transformation at the resurrection, where our bodies will be changed, glorified, and rendered everlasting, imperishable, and improved with various skills and abilities to enjoy forever. [... more]

Heaven is a real, tangible place where we will live with a perfected Savior in a perfected state of life, enjoying perfect worship, perfect service, perfect beauty, perfect knowledge, and perfect pleasure. Our resurrected bodies will be individual, unique, and different, but also improved and superior, made immortal and imperishable, and we will be with Christ forever. [... more]

Jesus' post-resurrection appearances demonstrate his love, patience, and kindness towards his disciples, including Thomas, who initially doubts his resurrection. Jesus shows them his scars and eats with them, proving his physical presence and offering a glimpse into the nature of immortal bodies. [... more]

God the Father answers the request of God the Son and grants salvation to a repentant sinner, adopting him into his family. The same spirit that raised up Christ grants the spiritually dead sinner new life and declares him to be born of God. [... more]

A mother of 10 shares her experiences and insights on motherhood, marriage, and parenting, emphasizing the importance of self-sacrifice, faithfulness, and legacy. She discusses how motherhood changes a woman's body and soul, and how it's a tool for the glory of God. She also shares practical tips on prioritizing marriage, managing expectations, and trusting in God's plan. [... more]

The NFL's early days were marked by struggling teams and a disrespected sport, but a group of entrepreneurs, including Tim Mara, Art Rooney, and George Preston Marshall, worked together to create a more respectable and successful league. They introduced the draft, shared information, and made rule changes to improve the game, paving the way for the league's growth and eventual success on television. [... more]

The Holy Spirit dwells within believers, making them temples of God and calling them to live a life of purity and morality. Paul's writings to the Corinthians emphasize the importance of fleeing immorality and living a life that honors God. The Spirit's presence within us can be grieved by sin, but it also offers hope for restoration and transformation through faith in Jesus Christ. [... more]

The Holy Spirit draws people away from sin and toward living a pure life, but believers are often affected by moral impurity and temptation. The Bible teaches that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit and that we should live differently, avoiding unholy relationships and sexual immorality. [... more]

A 60-year-old single retiree seeks advice on managing her annuity and diversified accounts, while a listener in Wisconsin considers investing in the stock market instead of purchasing a rental property. A couple in Florida explores the option of a reverse mortgage to supplement their retirement income, and a listener in Illinois asks about the difference between a Roth IRA and a traditional IRA. [... more]

The Bible describes heaven as a holy city with pearly gates, streets of gold, and a tree of life. It's a place where people will live in resurrection bodies, free from sin and corruption. The city is enormous, with dimensions that defy human understanding, and is entered through 12 gates, each made of a single pearl. The walls of the city are made of jasper and gold, and the streets are paved with gold that shines like transparent glass. The city is also home to a river of life and a tree that bears 12 different kinds of fruit, which will be available for the inhabitants to eat. Only those who put their trust in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior will be able to enter the city, and it's a place where people will live in holiness and joy, forever. [... more]

The Bible teaches that believers will experience eternal perfection of body and soul, with a new glorified body that will be imperishable, glorious, and powerful, giving expression to a renewed spirit. This body will be like Christ's, with the ability to eat, move about, and perform miraculous things, and will be a body fit for the full life of God to indwell and express itself forever. [... more]

The Bible describes a new heaven and a new earth, where God's people will spend eternity, characterized by laughter without tears, life without death, and a holy city with no sin, entered through 12 gates of pearl, and a city so large that it can accommodate all the people who are going there, with dimensions of 12,000 furlongs, and a population of 100,000 millions, and a city that is entered through 12 gates, and the Bible says they are what kind of gates, Pearly Gates, that's right out of the scripture, and the city is entered through suffering and travail, through redemption and blood, through the agony of a cross, a pearl is a jewel made by a little animal that is wounded, without the wound, the pearl is never formed. [... more]

The story of Jonah serves as a reminder that God can transform anyone, regardless of their past or appearance. God appoints circumstances to bring people back to Him, not to punish them. The Bible teaches that we can pray anywhere, anytime, and that God sees and hears us even in our darkest moments. The story of Jonah also highlights the importance of obedience and the role we play in sharing the gospel with others. [... more]

Matt Slick discusses various Bible doctrines, including the priesthood, the Trinity, and eschatology, while addressing questions from listeners and critiquing Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. [... more]