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Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

September 04, 2026

The Holy Spirit Is Fully God, Not God's Assistant

We've talked about God the Father and God the Son now it's time for God the Holy Spirit the person of the Trinity we think we understand but usually don't In this episode we continue our Systematic Theology series with a deep dive into who the Holy Spirit actually is We start by clearing up a common misunderstanding the Holy Spirit is not a force an energy field or a symbol like a dove He is a full person fully God on the very same level as the Father and the Son We walk through the Great Commission and a [... more]

The Verdict

John Munro

September 04, 2026

Divine Purpose or Chance Existence, Pt. 1

What is the purpose of life Is there a purpose at all Many people today are grappling with this critical question trying to understand if their life has meaning or if it's all nothing more than chance And so on this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro considers this fundamental question of Divine Purpose or Chance Existence [... more]

Finding Purpose

Russ Andrews

September 03, 2026

Ep.34 When Knowledge is Rejected! - Hosea- Week 4

In this episode of Finding Purpose Russ Andrews examines Hosea and Jeremiah exposing the dangers of false teachers and spiritual leaders who abandon God's Word Russ explains how rejecting God leads to spiritual blindness and ultimately affects families and society He challenges listeners to test what they hear against Scripture seek churches that faithfully teach the whole counsel of God and make sure they are following the true Shepherd Jesus Christ [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

September 03, 2026

How Jesus's Two Natures Actually Work Together

Could Jesus have actually sinned or was real temptation even possible for someone who is fully God In this episode we continue our Systematic Theology series by digging deeper into the two natures of Christ human and divine united in one person yet never merging into some new hybrid nature We talk through how Jesus's divine and human natures gained from each other why His humanity means He truly understands our struggles even though He never had our sin nature and the difference between being commonly human like us born with a sin nature and essentially human like Adam before [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

September 03, 2026

How Christian Banking Supports the Body of Christ with Aaron Caid

Where you bank may seem like a purely practical decision We often compare interest rates fees convenience and technology and those things matter But for Christians banking can also be viewed through the larger lens of stewardship Every financial decision gives us an opportunity to consider how faithfully we are managing the resources God has entrusted to us Aaron Caid Chief Marketing Officer at AdelFi Christian Banking joined the show today to discuss financial discipleship the role of Christian financial institutions and how everyday banking decisions can support work that advances the gospel Banking as an Act of Stewardship Biblical [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

September 02, 2026

How Would You Explain That Jesus Is Both God and Man?

Have you ever tried to explain to a kid that Jesus isn't just God's Son but God Himself In this episode we continue our Systematic Theology series with one of the most important and most misunderstood truths in Christianity the person of Christ We start with the full definition Jesus eternally co-equal with the Father became man at the incarnation lived a sinless life died rose and will return as King From there we dig into the Father-Son relationship within the Trinity without procreation why the Holy Spirit is a real person and not just a force and three ancient [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave and Ann Wilson

September 02, 2026

Finding Your God-Given Purpose: Is This God—or Am I Nuts?: Loreen and Emmanuel Garilus

You've got a dream You've also got bills responsibilities loved ones eager to offer opinions and that nagging question Is this big idea for my future actually from God or am I nuts Saxophonist Emmanuel Garilus and his wife Loreen get real about finding your God-given purpose when the sensible path doesn't feel like the faithful one How do you weigh calling risk hard work and marriage and know when a dream is worth chasing Show Notes and Resources Emmanuel Garilus's Apollo Theater performance Find the video on Emmanuel Garilus's Instagram Visit FamilyLife Today Become a FamilyLife Partner Scriptures referenced [... more]

Truth Talk

Stu Epperson

September 01, 2026

Manifesto against Mediocrity with Matt Weathers

What does it mean to truly thrive as a Christian In this episode Matthew Weathers challenges young believers to reject mediocrity live boldly for God's glory and lead with courage in a culture that desperately needs the Gospel Drawing from Luke he explains how Jesus modeled intentional growth in wisdom stature and favor with God and others Hear how biblical truth discipline courage and a focus on Christ can equip the next generation to live with purpose and make a lasting Kingdom impact [... more]

It's Time to Man Up!

Nikita Koloff

September 01, 2026

Q&A With Koloff- #290 Robbie Marsh

In this episode of Q A with Koloff Nikita Koloff welcomes former professional wrestler Robbie Marsh who shares stories from his -year career in the wrestling business including his memorable matches working with wrestling legends and the time he was accidentally set on fire in the ring But the conversation goes much deeper than wrestling Robbie opens up about his faith his transition from wrestling into ministry and how his experience performing in front of large crowds has helped him confidently share the Gospel Nikita and Robbie also discuss recognizing God's direction learning to be patient when doors don't seem [... more]

Truth Talk

Stu Epperson

August 31, 2026

Unstoppable Church Conference

In this episode of Truth Talk Live Robby Dilmore explores what may be holding churches back from becoming the church God has called them to be Pastor Brad Lovell joins the program to discuss leadership volunteer burnout connecting people to meaningful ministry and the upcoming Unstoppable Church Conference at Triad Baptist Church in Kernersville North Carolina The conversation then turns to The Pursuit of More How Addiction to Christ Makes Us Fully Human with author Shawn Saunders Together they explore addiction brokenness spiritual hunger the prodigal son and what it means to find true freedom and fulfillment by making Christ [... more]

The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

August 31, 2026

The Purpose of Trials

Are the tough times in your life going to take you apart or put you back together better than ever Dr Tony Evans explains that even in the midst of painful circumstances God has a purpose for our trials and can use them to develop stronger more mature faith [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

August 31, 2026

Learn to Respond to Your Mistakes the Way Peter Did | TRUTH TALK LIVE

Everybody makes mistakes the question is what you do with them In this special extended episode we host Truth Talk Live on the Truth Network for a full hour on mistakes infractions and how to actually recover from both Dr Abidan Shah walks through the crucial difference between a mistake something you can rectify and an infraction something that genuinely offends or hurts someone using the biblical example of Peter and Judas two disciples who both failed Jesus badly but responded in completely opposite ways We also dig into a famous ministry blunder from Billy Graham's life why mistakes in [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

August 31, 2026

Women Stewarding Wealth: A Historic Opportunity with Sharon Epps

An estimated trillion is expected to pass from Baby Boomers to their heirs by marking one of the largest transfers of wealth in history And women are expected to play a particularly significant role Sharon Epps President of Kingdom Advisors joined the show today to discuss this historic shift and the opportunity it presents for women to approach wealth with wisdom preparation and biblical faithfulness Why Women Are at the Center of the Wealth Transfer Economists have been talking about the Great Wealth Transfer for years but it is no longer simply a future prediction The transfer is already underway [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

August 31, 2026

Discovering Why God Made You

The late Steve Farrar invites listeners to consider life not as an accident but as a purposeful design rooted in God's sovereign plan Beginning with God rather than self he uses Scripture to show that every life is intentionally formed spiritually awakened by faith and prepared in advance for meaningful good works Through trials growth and obedience including a call to sexual purity Dr Farrar underscores that God's wisdom can be trusted offering deep comfort and direction for a blessed purpose-filled life Receive a copy of the How to Ruin Your Life by bundle and an audio download of Discovering [... more]

Delight in Grace

Grace Bible Church Rich Powell

August 31, 2026

Daniel 1:17-21 Shining Lights

Dropped into a situation that must've felt dark Daniel and his friends shone brightly- an outstanding contrast They didn't do so by hiding or even protesting Instead they applied themselves fully to the role God had entrusted to them We can be better equipped to engage our own culture with truth by observing their faithfulness that shone all the brighter in the context of captivity and paganism Thanks for joining us for this msg titled shining lights from Daniel - It was first preached November at Grace Bible Church in WInton Salem Find the next message in the series next [... more]

Truth Talk

Stu Epperson

August 28, 2026

When God Turns the Worst Moments Into Something Good

On this special August episode of Truth Talk Live the conversation centers on Romans And we know that all things work together for good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose The hosts explore what it really means to trust that promise when life brings heartbreak loss financial crisis tragedy disappointment and unexpected detours [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

August 28, 2026

Why Some Mistakes Are Too Costly to Learn the Hard Way (ft. Dr. John Check)

We all make mistakes a lot of us make the same ones over and over In this episode we welcome back our friend Dr John Check pastor and author to talk about his new book Experience Is What You Get Right After You Need It and what real mistake recovery actually looks like We dig into the difference between a mistake and an infraction why Type A personalities have such a hard time processing failure and why it matters to understand your own wiring and the wiring of the people you lead Dr Check shares practical tools he's used for [... more]

The Verdict

John Munro

August 28, 2026

Does God Exist?, Pt. 2

Have you ever considered that what you believe defines how you live On this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro urges us to consider the implications of the all-important question Does God Exist As we'll see the answer to this question defines not only your theology but your goals your priorities and your entire perspective [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

August 27, 2026

Why the Trinity Is the Pattern Behind Every Family

The Father the Son and the Holy Spirit are three in one perfect unity in the Godhead and yet each has very different roles In this episode we wrap up our conversation on the Trinity by looking at two important distinctions the economic Trinity how the Father Son and Spirit act differently as they relate to creation and redemption and the immanent Trinity who each person simply is eternally apart from us We also dig into one of the most surprising ideas in the whole series that the family unit isn't just a nice metaphor for the Trinity it's modeled [... more]

Finding Purpose

Russ Andrews

August 26, 2026

Ep.33 Justice and Mercy in Conflict! - Hosea- Week 3

In this episode of Finding Purpose Russ Andrews continues his study of Hosea exploring Israel's journey from judgment to restoration Through Israel's unfaithfulness God's discipline and His enduring love Russ shows how God's judgment is ultimately intended to lead people toward repentance and restoration [... more]