Before We Go

As we move into new stages in our lives, and as we adjust to the limitations we now face, it is important that we take the time to evaluate how we can continue to contribute to Christ and His Kingdom. David and Karen Mains discuss this important subject by considering how they intend to address this issue in their own lives.

When talking with God, it is helpful to pray as if you are talking to and sharing with a very good friend. David and Karen Mains share how this new-to-them technique has enhanced each of their individual prayer lives.

Sometimes, a person of notoriety becomes revealed as a frequent liar. That individual’s reputation becomes significantly marred by that revelation. David and Karen Mains discuss how Jesus was a meticulous truth-teller and how Christians should follow Christ’s example.

Do those in the congregation of the church you attend remember the message contained in your pastor’s sermon? Or, by the time that they reach the parking lot, have they already forgotten what the pastor said? David and Karen Mains share some helpful insights into how to make sermons memorable.

Continuous improvement of one’s prayer life is an aspect of spiritual formation for which followers of the Lord Jesus Christ should purposefully strive. David and Karen Mains share a very important tip that will greatly enhance a believer’s conversations with God through prayer.

David and Karen Mains share some vital suggestions as to how churches can make some changes that will energize their congregations and make the ministry of that church exciting, challenging, emotional, and life-changing.

The year 2022 has drawn to a close. David and Karen Mains recall the many ways that God has shown His love and caring for them over the past twelve months. And, they suggest that we do the same: In what ways has God cared for us during the year 2022?

Do you have a favorite superhero? David and Karen Mains share some insights into who their superhero is and how they share their excitement about, and appreciation for, that superhero.

During this time of year when our minds and hearts turn toward giving to others, David and Karen Mains discuss the genuine benefit that we receive when we take advantage of the healing power of doing good.

Which would you rather read: an article about the sins of various religious leaders, or an article about religious leaders acting the way they’re supposed to? David Mains asks his wife Karen to continue to share the remainder of a recent article she has written that sheds light on the answer to this question.

Which would you rather read: an article about the sins of various religious leaders, or an article about religious leaders acting the way they’re supposed to? David Mains asks his wife Karen to share the first part of a recent article she has written that sheds light on the answer to this question.

David and Karen Mains discuss how to create a truly thankful spirit by making an intentional effort to tell God those things for which we are grateful.

David and Karen Mains ask the question: “What will you pray for today?” Then, they make a suggestion as to how we should pray, in order to seek God’s help for our divided nation.

What should parents do when their children and their grandchildren do not attend church—even though they all have made strong professions of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ? David and Karen Mains share the situation of their own family and what they intend to do, in order to encourage their children and grandchildren to return to regularly attending the services of the church.

David and Karen Mains discuss the value of seeking God’s help in healing past hurts. Then, they share a process that David has used quite recently to bring healing to past hurts in his own life.

David and Karen Mains talk about a book that has captured David’s attention this past week and the lessons he has learned from it that may well help fellow believers deal with criticism from others.

David and Karen Mains discuss how God can provide a challenge for people of faith, even in their older years. And, how He enables them to successfully meet such a challenge.

David and Karen Mains share exciting news about a project that will possibly bring their award-winning books, The Tales of the Kingdom, to the silver screen and beyond.

When we talk with other people, do we focus on chit-chat, or do we delve more deeply into substantive conversations? David and Karen Mains give some concrete examples of how Christians can choose to focus on conversations that truly matter.

A great day of judgment is coming at the end of the age. Does this fact influence our behavior as Christians? David and Karen Mains discuss how the coming judgment should be more prominent in our thinking and in our living out our faith.

What kind of aspirations do you have for the days that remain in your life? David and Karen Mains share what they would like to accomplish, with God’s help, before they graduate to heaven.

The Patriarch Abraham was noted for many admirable qualities. But, one of his most important qualities was his willingness to urgently plead with God on behalf of the sin-riddled cities of Sodom and Gomorrah. David and Karen Mains discuss the great example that Abraham provides for Christians today.

We Christians often give God thanks for what He has done for us. But, do we ever attribute worth to God by giving Him a compliment? David and Karen Mains share their insights on giving compliments to God.

David and Karen Mains share the many rich dividends they have received because they have pursued friendships with people unlike themselves. And, they encourage us to do the same.

As followers of Jesus, when we take note of something truly wonderful that one of our brothers or sisters in Christ has done, do we let them know how much we applaud that one’s accomplishment? On this Podcast, David and Karen Mains promote such standing ovations.