Dale Vermillion shares insights on the current state of the housing market, explaining that it's a buyer's market with improving mortgage rates and increasing inventory. He advises buyers to be encouraged and take advantage of the opportunities, and cautions sellers to be prepared for a potentially slower market. Vermillion also discusses the importance of budgeting and doing a pre-approval for a mortgage, and provides guidance for first-time homebuyers and those looking to move up to a new home. [... more]

The God-man who will seek and save the lost is the central figure of Christianity, as revealed in the Gospel of Luke. Luke, a converted doctor and traveling companion of the Apostle Paul, wrote the most content of the New Testament, providing a detailed account of Jesus' birth, life, death, and resurrection. Through his Gospel, Luke stresses the importance of faith, authority, and control, demonstrating that even when God's authority seems unimportant, He is still in control, and even when God seems absent, He is still aware of every sorrow and longing. [... more]

A discussion on the intersection of technology, ethics, and human reproduction, exploring the implications of IVF, genetic screening, and CRISPR on the value of human life and the Christian worldview. [... more]

Protecting resources entrusted by God is a form of stewardship, and being cautious in a world of increasingly clever scams is essential. To guard finances, pause before responding to urgent requests, verify sources, and never send money via wire transfer or gift cards. Enable two-factor authentication, monitor accounts regularly, and freeze credit to prevent identity theft. Educate others about the latest scams and take advantage of identity theft protection offered by companies after data breaches. [... more]

The exploitation of minors through online pornography is a growing problem that requires serious attention and consequences. Lawmakers and police must stop treating the internet as a space where rules don't apply and take action against websites that knowingly host and profit from child abuse material. [... more]

The historic evidence for Jesus' resurrection is overwhelming, validating his claim to be the way, the truth, and the life. This event gives Christians absolute hope for the future and offers spiritual life right now, empowering them to live holy lives and be men and women with a resurrected power every moment of every day. [... more]

The central question of Christianity is whether Jesus rose from the dead, and this event is historically verifiable. Chip Ingram shares his journey of exploring doubts and finding answers through research and intellectual curiosity, highlighting the importance of understanding why we believe what we believe. [... more]

Children's brains are being impacted by social media, leading to difficulties in development and mental health issues. The connection between social media and pornography is also a concern, with children being exposed to explicit content by accident or through algorithms that recommend it. Age verification and parental consent laws are being proposed to protect children from this type of content, but there are challenges in implementing these solutions due to legal precedents and the design of social media platforms. [... more]

Online banks are just as safe as brick and mortar banks, with the same insurance coverage and cybersecurity measures in place. However, investing in online banks or traditional banks requires careful consideration of interest rates, fees, and long-term growth potential. When deciding between buying a house and renting, factors such as time horizon, transaction costs, and interest rates must be taken into account to make an informed financial decision. [... more]

The discussion revolves around immigration, border security, and the Texas National Guard's efforts to deter migrants. The E-Verify bill is also discussed, with concerns about biometrics and identity verification. The debt ceiling and spending cuts are addressed, as well as the impact of federal regulation on the airline industry. Consumer protection and Title 42 are also topics of discussion. Additionally, the conversation touches on Ukraine, security assistance, and the military industrial complex. Student loans, public sector workers, and loan forgiveness are also mentioned. The discussion also delves into anthropology, wokery, and identity politics, as well as the Air Force's pilot training program and diversity and inclusion efforts. Joe Biden and Hunter Biden are also discussed, with an investigation and potential indictment mentioned. [... more]

Christians often face tension between trusting the Bible and embracing a skeptical view of its integrity. Dr. R.C. Sproul explores how to defend the reliability of Scripture, starting with its historical trustworthiness, and how this foundation leads to a deeper understanding of Jesus' teachings on the Bible's authority. [... more]

Dr. R.C. Sproul explores the crisis in language surrounding the existence of God, discussing the God talk controversy, theothanatology, and the verification principle, and how these concepts have led to a struggle in philosophy and theology to redefine religion and speak meaningfully about God. [... more]

The principle of verification, a central thesis in logical positivism, states that only statements that can be verified empirically are true. However, this principle was later criticized for being self-contradictory, as it cannot be verified empirically itself. This led to a crisis in the philosophy of language, particularly with regards to the concept of God, as critics argued that statements about God are merely emotive and do not refer to objective reality. The crisis in language was further exacerbated by the 19th century's attempt to redefine historic Christianity in naturalistic terms, which ultimately led to a loss of meaning in the concept of God. [... more]