Talks For Christ

Dr. Oliver says that all people matter to God. This is an amazing interview you will never forget. Former Muslim gets a new life in Jesus. This is a powerful conversation with Isik Abla, whose life was transformed by a supernatural encounter with Jesus. She recalls the impact of 9/11, speaks boldly about America’s division, and shares her faith-filled response to the Charlie Kirk assassination. Sh...

This episode will answer questions like: Is holiness actually shocking? What is romantic about the everyday life of a holy person? Philosopher and professor of economics, Michael Pakaluk seeks to answer those questions and challenge readers to pursue both holiness and romance in his new book, "THE SHOCK OF HOLINESS: FINDING THE ROMANCE OF EVERYDAY LIFE" (Ignatius Press). Pakaluk (Ph. D. Harvard, p...

Smartphones, social media, video games - how can Christian parents lead their kids wisely? Dr. Bruce Oliver talks with Adam Holz, Editor of Focus on the Family’s "Plugged In", about media, entertainment, and parenting in the digital age. Discover encouragement and Biblical tools for your family today. This episode is full of Christ-centered wisdom for families navigating technology and raising chi...

Welcome to the Talks For Christ 8 minute video. We are a faith-based podcast and ministry initiative led by Dr. Bruce Oliver - preacher, singer, and seasoned communicator with decades of ministry experience. This video was created to invite you into the heart of our mission. On Talks For Christ, you’ll hear different voices - one conversation. Each episode brings together pastors, authors, ministr...

Welcome to the Talks For Christ 8 minute video. We are a faith-based podcast and ministry initiative led by Dr. Bruce Oliver - preacher, singer, and seasoned communicator with decades of ministry experience. This video was created to invite you into the heart of our mission. On Talks For Christ, you’ll hear different voices - one conversation. Each episode brings together pastors, authors, ministr...

From ICU monitors to Heaven’s gates, Steve Boyls' journey will inspire you to trust God in every season. Joined by his wife, Dr. Kathy Boyls, and co-author Troy Anderson, Steve recounts moments with Jesus, scenes of unimaginable beauty, and even a quided tour of Heaven by his Guardian Angel, Marzuka. This episode of Talks For Christ reveals how faith carries us through life’s fiercest battles.

What happens when a “regular guy” wakes up in Heaven? Steve Boyls spent 45 days on a ventilator, unconscious on Earth, while encountering the glory of Jesus in eternity. His wife, Dr. Kathy Boyls, fought for his life with unshakable faith. With Troy Anderson’s help, their story became the book "I’ve Been to Heaven". In this Talks For Christ episode, hear about angelic encounters, reunions with lov...

In this podcast episode, Pastor Bruce interviews Joseph Pearce, an author whose life exemplifies the transformative power of grace and faith. Pearce shares his personal journey from being a white supremacist in the UK to becoming a devout Christian influenced heavily by authors like GK Chesterton, CS Lewis, and JRR Tolkien. Pearce, who has written over 30 books, discusses his latest works: 'Classi...

In this episode, Dr. Bruce Oliver talks with Opal Batel, founder of Pray the News, about a fresh way to engage with current events—through prayer. Instead of letting headlines stir anxiety, Opal invites believers to bring every story before God. She shares the heart behind her ministry, testimonies from people already participating, and practical tips for turning the news into intercession. This c...

Bestselling Christian author Dani Pettrey joins us today on Talks For Christ to discuss her brand-new novel, Two Seconds Too Late. As a sixth-generation military family member and devoted follower of Christ, Dani’s storytelling is shaped by her patriotism, faith, and a desire to bring light into life’s darkest moments. Her newest release in the Jeopardy Falls series takes readers into high-risk in...

This video has been created to invite people to learn about Talks For Christ. Talks For Christ is a faith-based podcast and ministry initiative founded and hosted by Dr. Bruce Oliver - a preacher, singer, and dynamic speaker with decades of experience in ministry. Through the platform, Dr. Oliver invites a diverse range of guest speakers - from ministry leaders to authors to life coaches - to shar...

This video has been created to invite people to learn about Talks For Christ. Talks For Christ is a faith-based podcast and ministry initiative founded and hosted by Dr. Bruce Oliver - a preacher, singer, and dynamic speaker with decades of experience in ministry. Through the platform, Dr. Oliver invites a diverse range of guest speakers - from ministry leaders to authors to life coaches - to shar...

The world measures success by letters after your name. But Tony Holland measures it by something deeper: your walk with God through the highs and lows. As Managing Partner at Integrity and CEO of Global Premier Benefits, Tony built his business by trusting the Lord through seasons of struggle and success. Today, we’re talking about how Biblical wisdom shapes business, why failures can forge better...

This episode features Bob Walsh—author, ventriloquist, and faithful servant of Jesus Christ. Bob shares how God turned his love of puppetry into a global ministry and how that journey led to writing two meaningful books: "Grandfather: A Man Yielded to God’s Purpose" and "Gramps: Tell Me a Story". Together, these works offer both spiritual encouragement for adults and Biblical life lessons for chil...

What happens when trauma enters a child’s life? Where can parents turn when answers fall short? Michael F. McNamara joins the podcast today to talk about real healing—healing that doesn’t deny the pain, but walks through it with faith. In his new book, *Colleen Can’t Forget*, Michael offers tools for families to face trauma with courage, truth, and Scripture at the core. This episode will help par...

In this episode, Dr. Bruce Oliver welcomes Dwight E. DeRamus Jr., National Indie Excellence Award Finalist and author of Disappearing Dads Revised Edition. From his own journey of loss to his calling as a Christian writer, Dwight speaks with conviction about God’s plan for fathers, families, and healing. Rooted in faith and Scripture, this episode brings clarity and hope to a very real crisis.

Today’s guest brings both courage and clarity to a topic that’s often avoided: the End Times. Eric Schall, Lead Pastor at Creekside Church, joins us to talk about his book End Game: Final Moves, Final Hour. For decades, he’s helped people make sense of the Bible’s toughest subjects - always pointing to Jesus as the center. From Galilean wedding customs to Islamic prophecy, this conversation covers...

What does it look like to follow Christ when the pressure’s on and the fire is real - both literally and spiritually? Firefighter and author Benjamin O’Brien shares what it means to live out your faith in a workplace that often leaves no room for God. From vaccine mandates to personal convictions, his story in "The Proving Grounds" is a wake-up call to stand firm, love well, and let grace speak lo...

From city hall corruption to trauma among youth, Mr. Nils Grevillius has spent decades following evidence and finding truth where others might not dare to look. But through it all, Grevillius Detective Services remains anchored in faith, where justice is never separated from compassion. His cases range from high-level corruption to heartbreaking stories involving abandoned children. In this conver...

Can you be both a warrior and a poet? Mr. Ryan McDermott says yes—and so does Jesus. In this episode, Dr. Bruce Oliver speaks with the author of "Downriver: Memoir of a Warrior Poet", a man who’s walked through real battles and returned to a deeper faith. This conversation explores identity, fatherhood, shame, and how only Christ brings true healing. This is an uplifting discussion that you will w...

Drifting. Disconnected. Disillusioned. Mr. Tim Taylor calls it "The Great Lapse"—a slow and silent crisis that has left a generation wondering who they are and where they’re going. In this episode, Dr. Bruce Oliver interviews Tim about how Red Sky Rising is stepping into that fog with a faith-forward model of mentoring that’s personal, prayerful, and grounded in Biblical truth. Hear how Scripture...

Why are so many young adults stuck—disconnected from purpose, faith, and stability? In this powerful episode, Dr. Bruce Oliver sits down with Mr. Tim Taylor, Founder of Red Sky Rising, to explore "The Great Lapse"—a generational crisis marked by the loss of fathering, security, and reliable vision. Tim’s Christ-centered approach to coaching young adults helps answer four foundational questions: Wh...

Bruce Oliver and Bill Schuhlein engage in a conversation that touches on several topics centered around personal challenges, faith, and the power of hypnosis. They start by discussing Bill's background and his journey into becoming a certified hypnotist. Bill opens up about his traumatic childhood, dealing with abandonment and abuse, and how these experiences motivated him to seek hypnosis as a fo...

Jeff Dornik is the founder and CEO of Pickax, the groundbreaking social media platform built on two uncompromising principles: freedom of speech and freedom of reach. His newest book is called, Following the Leader. With the lines between truth and lies getting blurrier by the day, who do you trust? Jeff Dornik joins Dr. Bruce Oliver to challenge believers to stop repeating headlines and start tes...

In this conversation, Dr. Bruce Oliver is joined by Deana Thayer—Focus on the Family’s Public Relations and Media Relations Specialist—to challenge the idea that bouncing back is the goal. Instead, Deana encourages parents to walk with their children through challenges in a way that points them to Christ. This is an honest conversation filled with Scripture, grace, and tools to help families grow...