David & Karen Mains
Before We Go
Well-loved Christian authors and radio and TV broadcasters, David and Karen Mains, are looking over the decades of our lives to discuss topics of importance we want to leave with younger generations before we go. We release our new podcasts every Wednesday morning, and sometimes on Saturday mornings too.
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David & Karen Mains
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
Choose Carefully — Before We Go Podcast 109 01.09.2021 23:30
With lots of projects on our To-Do Lists, it is easy to become overwhelmed. David and Karen Mains discuss the value of making wise choices regarding the unfinished projects we add to our busy lives.
A Second Chance — Before We Go Podcast 108 25.08.2021 20:08
Have you ever considered trying to amend your part in the destructive behavior patterns that tend to plague many families? David and Karen Mains discuss how the return from the isolation of the COVID virus may give us the opportunity to make such an adjustment.
Who is Really Who? — Before We Go Podcast 107 18.08.2021 17:15
Karen Mains has received an invitation from Who's Who in America. She and David discuss how Christians can assess the value of such an invitation and how God is the One who determines our true value.
The “What’s Good About and What’s Bad About” Game — Before We Go Podcast 106 11.08.2021 18:30
As a Christian matures in his or her spiritual journey, taking time to invite the Holy Spirit to tell him or her what’s good about that one and what’s bad about that one helps to develop a valuable self-awareness.
Watch and Pray — Before We Go Podcast 105 04.08.2021 15:01
How often do Christians think about the return of the Lord Jesus Christ? David and Karen Mains share their thoughts about the spiritual discipline involved in considering the return of our Lord.
Proper Expectations — Before We Go Podcast 104 28.07.2021 18:43
David and Karen Mains explore the fact that while revival is something every believer should long for, in the long run, revival is not a “Heaven-on-earth” experience. David Mains shares from his forthcoming book, Prayer Vigilantes .
Asking Good Questions — Before We Go Podcast 103 21.07.2021 22:17
Do you dislike chit chat or small talk? David and Karen Mains, especially Karen, really dislike small talk. They share some thoughts on how to turn a discussion from an mere exchange of small talk into a genuine conversation.
A World Beyond Our Own — Before We Go Podcast 102 14.07.2021 19:33
There can be much more to travel, or to a time of vacation, than merely getting away. David and Karen Mains discuss a key element of what they have learned during their extensive trips around the world.
Right Time, Right People — Before We Go Podcast 101 07.07.2021 15:56
Recounting experiences during their sixty years of marriage, David and Karen Mains illustrate how God has provided just the right people, for the right task, at the right time, and in the right place.
What to Do in Times of Extreme Stress — Before We Go Podcast 100 30.06.2021 16:56
After helping their son empty his recently sold house and move to a new residence, David and Karen Mains share important spiritual lessons they have learned on how to deal with times of extreme stress.
Lessons Learned — Before We Go Podcast 99 23.06.2021 17:48
As their Wedding Anniversary approaches, David and Karen Mains discuss some of the lessons they have learned over their 60 years of marriage.
Restoring Your Spiritual Joy — Before We Go Podcast 98 16.06.2021 17:37
Once again, David Mains shares a chapter from his new book, tentatively titled Prayer Vigilantes . This chapter addresses how revival can significantly impact the spiritual growth of an individual, a church, and even a nation.
Exponential Improvement — Before We Go Podcast 97 09.06.2021 18:03
Once again, David Mains shares a chapter from his new book, tentatively titled Prayer Vigilantes. This chapter addresses the great value and enormous power that comes from praying for revival with like-minded individuals.
The Welcomed Guest — Before We Go Podcast 96 02.06.2021 17:08
David Mains shares another chapter from his new book, tentatively titled Prayer Vigilantes . This chapter addresses how Christians should respond if Jesus came and lived as a houseguest in their homes.
Interview with Jane Allen — Before We Go Podcast 95 26.05.2021 13:28
How does the author of the book, Open Heart, Open Home, respond when someone appears on her doorstep who needs a place to live? Karen Mains interviews, Jane Allen, who came to live with the Mains in 1980. This is an amazing story of God’s grace at work
Imperfect and Intimidated - Part 2 — Before We Go Podcast 94 19.05.2021 18:46
David Mains continues to share a chapter from his new book, tentatively titled Prayer Vigilantes . This chapter, “Imperfect and Intimidated,” addresses the importance of prayer in times that lead up to great movements of God’s Holy Spirit.
Imperfect and Intimidated - Part 1 — Before We Go Podcast 93 12.05.2021 18:15
David Mains shares the first part of a chapter from his new book, tentatively titled Prayer Vigilantes . This chapter, “Imperfect and Intimidated,” addresses the importance of prayer in times that lead up to great movements of God’s Holy Spirit.
Interview with Luis Palau - Part 2 — Before We Go Podcast 92 05.05.2021 24:04
David and Karen Mains celebrate the life and ministry of Evangelist Luis Palau, who recently graduated to heaven. They share another interview David conducted with Rev. Palau in 1981.
Interview with Luis Palau - Part 1 — Before We Go Podcast 91 28.04.2021 27:06
David and Karen Mains celebrate the life and ministry of Evangelist Luis Palau, who recently graduated to heaven. They share an interview David conducted with Rev. Palau in 1979.
Three Words We Don’t Like — Before We Go Podcast 90 21.04.2021 20:51
Do you have words that you don’t like to hear? In this Podcast, David and Karen Mains examine three words that they do not like to hear used among those who follow Jesus. You will likely be surprised by these three words.
A Work in Progress — Before We Go Podcast 89 14.04.2021 26:45
David and Karen Mains talk about the important role that prayer plays in sparking an interest in a sweeping movement of God’s Spirit that will hopefully bring a revival to our nation.
Talking About the Golden Rule — Before We Go Podcast 88 07.04.2021 17:32
David and Karen Mains discuss how one can use talking about the Golden Rule as a way to engage in conversation about spiritual matters with people one might meet while traveling or on other occasions.
Tell Me: I want to hear and I want to understand — Before We Go Podcast 87 31.03.2021 20:55
Karen Mains shares with us the background that has led her to write a new book, tentatively titled “Tell Me” with a subtitle “I want to hear and I want to understand.” She reveals the amazing power of listening and how it can affect us in our relationships.
The King’s Vigilantes — Before We Go Podcast 86 24.03.2021 25:27
David Mains shares a chapter from his new book. The working title of the book is “The King’s Vigilantes.” David recounts the stories of some of the previous great revivals that God brought about in the United States.
Do It Tomorrow — Before We Go Podcast 85 17.03.2021 21:38
Are you prone to procrastinate? Do you keep putting off something that you sense God wants you to do? When you begin a new task, do you find yourself moving sideways instead of full steam ahead? On this Podcast, David and Karen Mains discuss this topic in a very personal way.
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