Sound of Truth Podcast

Brett and Armando look at Joshua 23.6 and consider the command to not swerve to the right or the left. Straight ahead obedience to His Word is what God is wanting from us.

Brett and Armando discuss what motivates us to obey God's commandments as they look at Joshua 22.4-5.

Over twenty-five years ago a movement of men known as Promise Keepers swept the continent, emphasizing a Christian man's responsibilities to God, his family, his church and his community. Based upon Joshua 21.40-44, Brett and Armando discuss the ultimate Promise Keeper.

Brett and Armando discuss whether it's possible to follow the Lord wholeheartedly as they look at the life of Caleb as described three times in the 14th chapter of Joshua.

Picking up from last week's interview, Brett and Rick talk more with Missionary David Rice, as the three discuss why people walk away from Christianity, too often failing to realize that it's not all about them and what they want or expect out of life. But something better.

In this episode, Rick shares with Brett why he loves the story of Rahab the prostitute, as recorded for us in the 2nd chapter of the book of Joshua.

The theme of the first chapter of the book of Joshua is clearly "Be Strong and Courageous." Brett and Rick discuss this theme's relevance for today's follower of Jesus.

In today's Bible Chat, Brett and Rick talk about the importance of God's Word in our lives as they reflect on Deuteronomy chapters 31 and 32.

Missionary David Rice shares his story with Brett and Rick, including his conversion at an early age, and his call to take the Gospel overseas. He also shares some fascinating stories of how God showed him that a life devoted to missions would be more fulfilling than being in rock band.

Some Old Testament stories catch the modern reader off guard. The "Curses From Mount Ebal" passage from Deuteronomy 27 definitely fits in that category. Why the curses? And what exactly are these curses? Are they a reference to the natural consequences of bad behavior (kind of like a proverb) or do they actually refer to something in the spiritual realm? And how does Deuteronomy 21 relate to this...

Rick is intrigued by the "regulations concerning war" found in Deuteronomy 20, where God makes concessions for certain men, excusing them from going to war. The reasons are fascinating and Brett and Rick discuss the implications of this passage.

Brett and Rick interview Mark Minor, longtime Pastor of Whittington Church as well as host of the podcast "24 Minute Bible." Mark talks about how America was founded on Christian values and what we need to do today to influence our country for good.

In order to lead well, it is important to know God and His laws, which is why God emphasized that good leaders (in this case, good kings) are men who are well acquainted with God's Word.

Why are there poor people in our midst? If you have ever felt like, "This shouldn't be!" you are in good company, because that's exactly what God said in Deuteronomy 15.1-11. Brett and Rick elaborate on why this is the case, and why Jesus even acknowledged we will always have the poor around us (John 12.8).

The premier commandment in God's Word is to love the Lord our God. But what motivates us to do that? Brett and Rick discover the key motivating factor in loving God from Deuteronomy 11.1-2.

In one of the most popular passages for Jewish people, even up to today, we see God's plan for passing down the truth about Himself... parents are to saturate their homes and lives with the Scriptures so that the truths of God take deep root in their hearts of their children .

God promised his people that he would guarantee their victory over their enemies, yet they struggled to believe it was true. Are we guilty of the same struggle to believe God's good promises?

Is salvation hard or impossible? Brett and Rick talk about the rich young ruler, who walked away from Jesus and eternal life because of his love for his riches. As Jesus processes this encounter with his disciples, he reveals a shocking truth to them... salvation is impossible for mankind. A miracle must occur.

Brett interviews Becky Burns, who shares her testimony of coming to faith in Christ as a young adult. After months of research and wanting all her intellectual questions answered, God opened her eyes to His reality.

Rick brings up a healing story from the book of Mark, pointing out how unusual it seems. Brett emphasizes that Jesus rarely performed miracles the same way, seeming to prefer a variety of approaches in healing people. Why?

While vacationing in Destin, Florida, Brett and Rick connect by phone to introduce the book of Mark. Then Brett briefly shares about one of his favorite stories in the book of Mark.

Chris Keathly returns to talk about what he learned in living overseas in Israel and England for several years. What can we as American Christians learn from these other cultures, particularly when it comes to the subject of community and discipleship?

Brett and Rick look at the subject of vows as found in Numbers 30. Our current generation stands in stark contrast to the culture during Bible times, when vows were taken very seriously, sometimes shockingly so, as Brett and Rick point out.

Brett and Rick discuss how God did not allow Moses to lead God's people into the Promised Land, but instead He chose Joshua. What is the significance of this and how does it relate to our Savior, Jesus?

Brett and Rick talk to Chris Keathly, who tells stories from his life and walk with God, including a couple of captivating stories.