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Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

April 16, 2026

Jesus John the Baptist and Luke Acts heavily emphasize the Baptism with the Holy Spirit It appears at the beginning of Church history Acts continues throughout Luke's record of the church's first thirty years and was valued and ministered by the apostle Paul Yet strangely many evangelical and liturgical Protestant organizations ignore or oppose the experience Greg uses scripture to establish the fact that both Father and Son promised true believers could and should receive the fullness of the Holy Spirit The artesian well Gihon or gusher of the Spirit's living water John - Or the rivers of living water [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

March 31, 2026

From Mafia to Ministry: Robert Borelli’s Story

On this episode of Our American Stories Robert Borelli once believed the Mafia offered the clearest path to power As a teenager growing up in Brooklyn he set out to become a gangster drawn to the respect money and status he saw around him Instead that path led him in and out of prison and eventually to rock bottom But inside a jail cell at his lowest point Borelli cried out to God for change What followed was a transformation that gave him a new purpose in life one rooted in faith and service to others Support the show https [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

March 26, 2026

Tongues of Fire – Part I

The birth of the church of Jesus Christ on Pentecost Day as recorded in Acts was accompanied by some admittedly strange phenomena the sound of a rushing tornado visible flames of fire over the heads of the believers present and speaking in strange unknown languages Why did these things happen Were they of God Of Men Of Satan Had those present previously received the Holy Spirit If so when and where did they receive Him and how much And what does this historical account tell us about our Christian walk today In this first episode Greg shares the first of [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

March 09, 2026

Top Credit Report Myths with Neile Simon

Managing credit reports and scores requires understanding common myths and misconceptions. A certified credit counselor explains how to dispel these myths and achieve financial freedom through debt management and responsible credit use. [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

February 26, 2026

The Parable of The Ten Bridesmaids – Part 5

In this episode Greg uses texts from the apostle John's Gospel and Apocalypse to identify and describe the door Jesus refers to in this crucial prophetic parable Why is it important Simply because this door is the designated portal through which they that are ready will pass to enter the great marriage in heaven He also addresses the claims of some evangelical Bible teachers based on Thessalonians - that all professing Christians left behind at the Rapture cannot subsequently successfully prove and purify their faith in the trials of the Tribulation period but will instead be eternally lost [... more]

The Christian Worldview

David Wheaton

February 14, 2026

How to Have Freedom from Lust

The struggle with lust is a pervasive issue in society, but Christians have the power to overcome it through repentance, a deeper relationship with God, and the Holy Spirit's guidance. By focusing on God's beauty, holiness, and power, and cultivating holy habits, individuals can develop a stronger affection for God and a greater desire to live a godly life, making lust seem absurd and repulsive. [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

January 01, 2026

The Importance of Giving Thanks – Part 7

One of the most important passages in the New Testament is Jesus' teaching on the Vine and branches in John - How do we Christ's branches stay close to Him our Vine There is no surer or more direct way to maintain vital connection to our Vine than by simply giving Him thanks in the morning through the day and when we lay down to sleep The result A dynamic prayer life If you abide in remain in close touch with me and my words including the biblical call to 'give thanks' abide in you you shall ask what you [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

December 25, 2025

The Importance of Giving Thanks – Part 6

If God asked you to do something easy to radically improve your Christian walk wouldn't you do it That's just what He does in challenging us to in everything give thanks for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you Thessalonians Nothing is easier than yielding your heart and opening your lips and saying Thank you Jesus Jesus told us His yoke is easy Don't be like proud Naaman who wanted the prophet to tell him something hard to do to receive his healing Listen to Naaman's servants and Jesus and start forming the habit of giving [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave and Ann Wilson

December 25, 2025

Good News at Rock Bottom - Ray Ortlund

At rock bottom, people often feel like God has abandoned them, but the Bible teaches that God is always present, even in the midst of pain and suffering. The church can be a safe place where people can be real and find hope, but it's not just about polishing up our outward appearance; it's about being a community where people can talk about their struggles and find Jesus as their Savior. [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

December 18, 2025

The Importance of Giving Thanks – Part 5

Christian do you know you can deeply please God today right now just where you are How Simply by giving Him thanks from your heart irrespective of your circumstances In Psalm - David revealed this great secret that was a part of His daily life and God wants to be part of ours I will praise the name of God with a song and magnify him with thanksgiving This also shall please the Lord better than an ox or bullock that hath horns and hoofs And when deeply pleased God is more inclined to readily release His delivering power for [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

November 27, 2025

The Importance of Giving Thanks – Part 2

One of the secrets to the apostle Paul's amazing overcoming life was the simple yet powerful instructions he gave us in Thessalonians In everything give thanks for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you Or In every situation you meet good bad and in between give God thanks Why 'This' thanksgiving and 'this' situation are part of His master plan for you as His child in Christ Jesus sent to in some way do 'good' Romans in you for you or through you Or all of the above If you will just remain yielded trusting and [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

November 20, 2025

The Importance of Giving Thanks – Part 1

We believe Paul's teaching on salvation typology the church and the end times as we should But we should pay even more attention to Paul's practical theology his plain commands for everyday Christian living that sprang from his own experience One of the hidden gems in Paul's treasure chest of practical theology is Thessalonians When we learn to give thanks to God in everything we are on our way to spiritual maturity Christlike humility Davidic living strong faith and a vibrant spiritually successful prayer life This is not a message for one season but for all seasons Listen learn obey [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 17, 2025

Is it Okay to Be Unequally Yoked in Business? with Ron Blue

Ron Blue shares insights on biblical and practical wisdom for business partnerships, emphasizing the importance of shared faith and values in lasting relationships. Rob West discusses various financial topics, including vendor access to bank accounts, retirement planning, and charitable giving. [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

November 13, 2025

India Leads the Way – Part 2

Greg continues discussing Christianity in India with three deeply committed Indian ministers This interview which discusses Hindu soteriology India's holy rivers its caste system and the miraculous conversion experience of a deathly ill ultra-devout young Hindu woman was not taped in a sound studio but in an open-air setting in India complete with traffic noise monkeys jumping loudly on metal roofs and live roosters amening the conversation in their own distinctive way Greg hopes this series will prompt American Christians to prayerfully consider getting involved in God's work in what is currently the most populous nation on earth Christ is [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

October 30, 2025

About Self-Pity

Self-pity an unhealthy obsessive sorrow for oneself arising from a narrow selfish viewpoint of one's troubles is one of the most universal crippling and deadly sins that stunt the characters and abort the destinies of Christians And one of the most undetected ones How many teachings have you heard on this subject In this episode Greg defines self-pity and uses multiple biblical texts and examples to describe its many causes manifestations and deadly effects He then offers practical biblical instructions on how to take self-pity captive and become free to know Christ intimately and spend the rest of your life [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

October 23, 2025

The Divine Drawing Process

In John Jesus said No man can come unto me unless the Father who has sent me draws him In John He added I if I be lifted up from the earth will draw all men unto me What was He talking about How does the Father draw sinners to Christ Is this really required before they can have a genuine salvation experience Does the Father do this Himself Or does another member of the holy Trinity participate Do believers have any part in this divine drawing process And what are the signs that tell us a sinner is being [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

October 16, 2025

Are you Spiritually Focused

To succeed at anything in this world we must learn to harness our attention and focus on the task at hand The spiritual walk requires no less If we aim to finish the race set before us and please Christ with the way we live and the work we do we must learn to remain spiritually focused And when that focus is broken and it will be at times we must know how to quickly refocus and then press on with what really counts seeking Christ and His will for our life Using the gospel account of Peter's famous walk [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

October 09, 2025

How to Humble Yourself

The Bible repeatedly calls us to humble ourselves Are we responding Do we realize just how much God despises pride Do we know why He does so Well this episode discloses these vital truths and many more and gives us clear practical instructions as to how we may deal with our pride and grow in Christlike humility In the Q A segment Greg answers a very timely question posed concerning events in the Middle East and how we should see them in light of God's promises and prophecies to the Jewish people [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

October 02, 2025

Do You See Your Opportunity

When Christ opens doors of utterance or other opportunities for service before you spontaneously do you recognize them and respond promptly taking full advantage of them for His pleasure and kingdom When He closes doors and you recognize that He has done so do you respond positively by submissively standing down and faithfully pursuing the duties He has already given you knowing that they are also important And have you learned that when He closes one door it's only because he has another often better door waiting for you In the Q A segment Greg answers a series of probing [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

October 02, 2025

How to Live a Successful Christian Life | Faith Above Fear

Pastor Greg Laurie helps listeners overcome fear and live a successful Christian life by focusing on the promises of God and the spiritual battle that believers face in the last days. [... more]