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Often, parents can get caught up in lies that excuse lazy parenting or lack of effort.  If we are not careful, we can get so used to using these lies that we fail to view them as what they truly are: lies.  Nothing more.  Join me in this episode, as we discuss common lies that parents become accustomed to using.  We must fix these and not allow them to settle in our lives!

Bro. Eric Joss is the founder of The Master's Craftsmen Ministries - a ministry that focuses  on building Christians and together, building churches.  Bro. Joss comes from a Lutheran home and in this episode, he discusses what brought him to the Lord, how to tell your parents about your new found faith, how TMC Ministries was started, and much more.  Join me in this episode as we he...

Ever wonder what you can do TODAY to grow your love for your spouse?  To make your marriage sweeter?  Something you can do after work tonight to grow your marriage?  In this episode, we give a list of extremely practical things you can do TODAY to grow your marriage and fall more in love with your spouse.

In 1 Timothy 5, Paul is instructing Timothy with wisdom for the ministry.  One of the pieces of wisdom he gives to this young preacher is "Keep thyself pure."  Purity is a necessity in ministry.  Accusations may come but we want to make sure they are not true.  What can we do to keep our purity in ministry? What steps can we take?  What procedures can we put in place? &nbs...

I think all genuine Christians agree: We need revival.  America needs revival.  Our churches need revival.  Our homes and families need revival.  We, on a personal level, need revival!  But, revival won't come until something is put into proper perspective.  What is that necessity of revival?  Find out in this episode!

Dr. Arlo Elam has faithfully served in ministry 56 years.  In those 56 years of ministry, he has planted 7 churches, planted 27 churches out of those churches, and has encouraged church planters across the United States.  Join me in this episode, as I sit down with Dr. Elam and hear bits of wisdom all throughout this interview.  We talk about ministry life, how to manage a busy sche...

Parents, do you want to produce teenagers that "stick" for the cause of Christ?  Youth Directors, do you want to have teens that make it for God?  I believe that these 10 subjects are essential to the spiritual success of our teens.  Join me, as I give 10 subjects to be covered with our teens both at home and at church!

It’s important that we note the changes and take a look at where things are headed in the future.  That’s a Biblical principle.  Proverbs 22:3, “A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished.”  Sadly, I’ve heard too many stories of listeners watched as things around them began to change and they found themselves in a situation that wa...

Several years ago, Dr. McCoy preached this message at our Christmas Revival.  It's a powerful message that convicts and corrects.  It was 6 months ago that Dr. McCoy passed away and we miss his encouragement and preaching.  Praise the Lord for recordings that are available to us.  May this message be a blessing to you!

Is someone who is divorced and remarried living in adultery?  Should they leave their "new marriage"?  Are they going to Hell?  What is 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 saying on the subject?  What about Romans 7:1-3?  Discover the answers to those questions in this episode!

Is someone who is divorced and remarried living in adultery?  Should they leave their "new marriage"?  Are they going to Hell?  What is 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 saying on the subject?  What about Romans 7:1-3?  Discover the answers to those questions in this episode!

We live in a technological world - temptation is at our fingertips.  In a world where the devil wants to kill and destroy, how do we protect the purity of our teens?  How do we set standards for our teens to aid them in arriving to the marriage altar with purity?  How can we protect them when purity danger is just a few "screen-taps" away?  Find out 10 tips to help teenagers ke...

Have you ever had a time that hurt?  A discouraging moment?  An upsetting day?  A time where you felt like quitting?  Giving up?  Throwing in the towel?  I have.  Of the many messages I turn to during tough times, this message has brought me the most encouragement when I'm feeling down-trodden.  Let me encourage you to listen to this message and bookmark it...

Leaving hurts.  Goodbyes are hard.  Those who quit on relationships hurt the ones they love.  Whether it be on a family level, an employment level, a friendship level, or a ministry level - people can hurt you.  One of the struggles in ministry is dealing with the pain that can come when someone quits on God and leaves.  Today, I give you some signs to watch for in your ow...

The winds ripped the sails, the waves wrecked the ship, and all hope was lost.  Amidst the fear and inevitable doom, Paul stands in the midst of a dread filled group and proclaimed a message of comfort, peace, and joy.  How could this be so?  Where did Paul get such resilience in this dire situation?  Found in today's episode, as I share an encouraging truth with you!

Do associations really matter?  Can people really be that influential?  As we study a chapter from God's Word in this episode, we will find the truths of associations and how they can affect our lives.

Were Old Testament saints saved by works?  Did they have to keep the law to go to Heaven or were they saved by faith just like you and I?  Are hyper-dispensationalists correct in this view?  What does the Bible say?  We will answer those questions and more in this episode!

Many have asked me if I am a "dispensationalist" - if I hold to a dispensational view of Scripture.  In today's episode, we talk about what dispensationalism is, how it came to be, some of its problems, and how it connects episode 187 to episode 189.

In this episode, I am joined by Pastor Patrick Gimenez as we tackle the issue of Genesis 6 & The Sons of God.  There are many who believe that this passage and others like Job 1 are referencing fallen angels.  Is that true?  Are the "sons of God" fallen angels?  Are they demons? What is the answer to Genesis 6, Job 1, and Job 38:7?  Find out in this episode!

In this episode, I am joined by Pastor Patrick Gimenez as we tackle the issue of Genesis 6 & The Sons of God.  There are many who believe that this passage and others (like Job 1) are referencing fallen angels.  Is that true?  Are the "sons of God" fallen angels?  Are they demons? What is the answer to Genesis 6, Job 1, and Job 38:7?  Find out in this episode!

If you have a godly, loving pastor then you need to thank God for him!  The position of "pastor" is not easy to fill and can be very difficult at times.  In the ups and downs of ministry, one thing YOUR pastor could use is encouragement.  In this episode, I give 7 easy, "take-home" tips to use today to be a blessing to your pastor!

It’s important that we note the changes and take a look at where things are headed in the future.  That’s a Biblical principle.  Proverbs 22:3, “A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished.”  Sadly, I’ve heard too many stories of listeners watched as things around them began to change and they found themselves in a situation that wa...

Proverbs 21:31 says, "The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the Lord."  Why is the horse prepared?  What's the ultimate purpose?  What does this verse teach us about the "god" of self-preservation?  Find out more in this episode!

If I had a dollar for every time someone called me a "legalist", I might just be very rich.  So many misuse the term "legalism/legalist" to mean something that it absolutely does not.  So what is legalism?  Find out more in today's episode!

What about the Bible passages people use to say you can lose your salvation?  Why does this topic really matter?  What's the big deal?  We will answer those questions and more in this episode!