Sound of Truth Podcast

In the third part of his interview with business entrepreneur Brandon West, we hear more of how his "business as ministry" philosophy is carried out on the ground level. It's one thing to philosophically view business as ministry, it's quite another thing to actually do it. Brett asks the questions that draws out the answers we want to know from Brandon.

People can sometimes be fickle. And crowds can easily be swayed. Two passages in the book of Acts reveal just how fickle people can be. Brett and Eric discuss this fascinating aspect of human behavior.

Brett shares how he used to believe that miraculous spiritual gifts ended over 1900 years ago, but a few verses in Acts 2 are among the many that changed his mind. He explains why and Eric Pement joins in to share his perspective.

King David's baby dies, and it appears that it is punishment from God for David's sin. How can this be? Brett and Eric discuss this challenging passage from God's Word.

Brett and Eric discuss an amazing prophetic passage from a book of the Bible you wouldn't expect to find such a prophecy: 2nd Samuel. Eric explains and then together, he and Brett, apply it to our lives today.

Brett and Rick look at the story of how David was selected to be the next king of Israel. God was very clear that He was far more interested in a leader's character than his image, which is contrary to the way many leaders are chosen today.

What do you do when all seems hopeless? Have you been there before? Are you there now? Brett and Rick look at 1 Samuel 5 to find out what to do when hope is nowhere to be found.

Rick returns to the studio to ask a thought-provoking question, drawn from 1 Samuel 2 as the priest Eli is concerned about his sons and their rebellion against God.

Brett continues his interview of Brandon West, who is the Founder and CEO of PHOS Creative, a fast growing and award-winning company based in Gainesville, Florida. What makes PHOS unique is their significant emphasis on viewing the business as a ministry.

Some Christians choose a life verse, something Brett has never settled on, but he says that John 15.5 would probably be the one, if he was required to pick one. Armando and Eric join him to talk about it.

Brett, Armando, and Eric talk about one of the most popular, and misquoted, Bible verses in the New Testament... John 8.32... "You shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free." How is this verse misquoted? And when Jesus speaks of being set free... free from what?

Brett, Armando, and Eric talk about the first five verses of John's Gospel, where we are told without equivocation that Jesus Christ, the Word, IS God.

Brett interviews Brandon West, founder of PHOS Creative, who shares his personal testimony of coming to saving faith in Christ.

Brett, Armando, and Eric discuss Ruth 2.20, where we learn about the kinsman-redeemer concept found in the Old Testament culture. We also learn how it serves as a foreshadowing of the ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Brett, Armando, and Eric discuss introduce the book of Ruth and take note especially of the famous words found in the first chapter. Surprisingly, these words are not in the context of a marriage commitment. Discover the story behind the words that have made its way into an untold number of wedding ceremonies. Also, Brett asks Eric about EMNR... Evangelical Missions to Non-Christian Religions (emn...

Brett interviews Neil Cole about his latest book, VIRAL. A continuation of last week's interview with Neil.

Brett, Armando, and Eric discuss the 4th chapter of Judges where we encounter two outstanding women... one a wise leader of the nation, the other a calm, cool assassin.

Brett, Armando, and Eric introduce the "Rated R" book of Judges (extreme violence, gore, adult themes), identifying the role of the Judges and the theme of the book.

For the second time this year, Brett interviews writer Neil Cole, this time about his new book, VIRAL. The first of a two part interview.

Brett, Armando, and Eric discuss how Jesus used the Socratic method to pin his adversaries to the wall.

We are sent to proclaim the Kingdom. Brett talks with Rick about the implications of this directive to us from our Lord Jesus. Rick also shares about his new YouTube show ("Walk Worthy With Rick") designed to help Christians in their evangelism efforts. 

Brett talks more with professional competitive fisherman Trevor McKinney about his adventures in fishing and how his faith in Christ relates to his fishing success.

In this episode, Brett and Rick discuss how the people of Christ's hometown were not too thrilled with what He had to say the day he publicly launched His ministry there. What set them off so angrily that they wanted to kill Him? You might be surprised. Speaking of surprises, Brett and Rick have a special announcement near the end of today's episode.

Brett and Rick dive into the question birthed from reading Luke 2.52... "Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man." How can this be possible if He is God?"

Brett Interviews professional competitive fisherman Trevor McKinney, who experienced tremendous success as an amateur. His faith in Jesus is the foundation of his fishing career.