The Cross in the Desert

"The Cross in the Desert."

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A voice of hope and freedom for Iranians.

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The Cross in the Desert

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 149 - "My Prayer For Iran." 08.07.2026

Iran has once again violated the ceasefire by attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump responded with fierce attacks targeting strategic sites along the coast of Iran. Has President Trump finally reached his limit? Join me on the podcast as I talk about the latest conflicts including a special report on the condition of persecuted Christians suffering for their faith in Evin Prison...

Episode 148 - "Reincarnation vs. Resurrection." 01.07.2026

On the final episode of our short series on Pantheism and Eastern Religions, George and I critique the popular teaching of reincarnation, contrasting it with the Biblical doctrine of resurrection.

Episode 147 - "Star Wars, The New Age, and Pantheism." 30.06.2026

The doctrine of Pantheism teaching that all is God and God is all was popularized through the mThe doctrine of Pantheism teaching that all is God and God is all was popularized through the music of the Beatles and the Star Wars movies. What exactly does Pantheism teach and how can I as a Christian respond to someone who believes in this Eastern Philosophy? George and I answers those important ques...

Episode 146 - "Understanding The Christian Worldview." 29.06.2026

Everyone has a worldview. Everyone views reality through a lens or a certain pair of glasses. On this podcast, George and I define what a Biblical worldview is and explain how it answers the major philosophical questions such as, "Why am I here? Is there a God? Does life have meaning and purpose? Why is the world so broken and can it be fixed? Join us for this very important and educational podcas...

Episode 145 - "Deception Day, What the Bible says about UFOs and Aliens." 16.06.2026

Our culture has become obsessed with aliens and ufos, especially since the release of the powerful documentary, "The Age of Disclosure," which reveals an 80-year cover up of extraterrestrial life based on the testimony of several government officials. What does the Bible says about Aliens and UFOs? Are they demonic fallen angels? Is this what Jesus warned about in Matthew 24:4? Is there a day of d...

Episode 144 - "Is water baptism necessary for salvation?" 12.06.2026

In this final episode on our series critiquing the heretical teachings of Oneness Pentecostals, George and I discuss the error of baptismal regeneration. Groups like Onenessthis final episode on our series critiquing the heretical teachings of Oneness Pentecostals, George and I discuss the error of baptismal regeneration. Groups like Oneness Pentecostals and Church of Christ believe that one must...

Episode 143 - "Oneness Pentecostals and the Doctrine of the Trinity," (Part 2) 10.06.2026

On part two of our important series, George and I define and discuss the scriptural evidence for the doctrine of the Trinity, refuting the modalistic heresy taught by Oneness Pentecostals.

Episode 142 - "Oneness Pentecostalism and the Doctrine of the Trinity." (Part 1) 08.06.2026

Does the Bible teach the doctrine of the Trinity or is it an invention of sinful man? Join George Shook and I in this three-part series as we confront the heretical teachings of the United Pentecostal Church in their denial of the trinity and insistence on water baptism for salvation. George and I give a detailed history and definition of the trinity demonstrating that it is the teaching of Script...

Episode 141 - "Beware of the False Prophets," (Part 4) 21.05.2026

George and I continue our special series on witnessing to the cults and exposing their false doctrines. We emphasize the need for compassionate witnessing and speaking the truth in love to groups who claim to be Christians but believe doctrines contrary to historic Christianity.

Episode 140 - "Beware of the False Prophets," (Part 3) 18.05.2026

George and I educate and equip you on talking to Jehovah's Witnesses on this podcast. We examine their Bible, The New World Translation, and how it denies and misrepresents the person of Christ.

Episode 139 - "Beware of the False Prophets," (Part 2) 08.05.2026

In part two of our series in "Witnessing to the cults," George and I give a brief but important teaching on the Trinity and the Deity of Christ. Cults always deny the eternal deity of Christ and distort the Trinity. This is foundational to learn about before witnessing to those involved in cultivate systems.

Episode 138 "Beware of the false prophets," (Part 1) 06.05.2026

I'm beginning a new series on how Christians can recognize and witness to the cults. Cults are notorious for using Christian terminology but radically redefining what it means. This is a very important series to equip the church to reach out to these organizations with the true gospel. Part 1 is a basic introduction.

Episode 137 - "Confronting the Atheistic Worldview," (Part 4) 23.04.2026

Today on our final program in this series, George and I discuss the Moral Argument for God's existence, pointing out the dangerous philosophy of relativism and the rejection of truth in our culture.

Episode 136 - "Confronting the Atheistic Worldview," (Part 3) 22.04.2026

On this podcast, George and I present the Telelogical Argument for God's existence, better know as the Design Argument. The fine tuning of the Universe, the complexity of our bodies, and the astounding information contained in the DNA Molecule points to a designer. We explain that none of this could have happened by chance but is the result of an intelligent designer.

Episode 135 - "Confronting the Atheistic Worldview (Part 2) 21.04.2026

On this podcast, George and I discuss the importance of the Cosmological Argument for the existence of God. The Law of Causality, which is the bedrock for all scientific inquiry, demonstrates that the universe is caused, and that it had a beginning. Join us for this very important conversation.

Episode 134 - "Confronting the Atheistic Worldview." (Part 1) 20.04.2026

70% of young Christians who go off to college unfortunately return home embracing an atheistic worldview. What is the cure for this problem? On Part one of our series, George and I carefully lay a foundation for the need of apologetics and define the folly of the atheistic worldview. Part 2 of our series will focus in on the Classical arguments for the existence of God.

Episode 133 - "Mercy at the Cross." 14.04.2026

One of the most recognized symbols of Christianity is the cross. Some people wear a cross around their necks without realizing the power of what they're wearing. The cross is central to the teaching of Christianity. It is God's message of hope and forgiveness to a dying world. My latest podcast explores the meaning and power of the Cross.

Episode 132 - "Reza Pahlavi Speaks at CPAC 06.04.2026

Reza Pahlavi, The Crown Prince of Iran, brought down the house at the recent CPAC Convention in Dallas. Thousands of Iranian-Americans cheered loudly as the Crown Prince laid out his vision for a Free Iran. My latest podcast features his powerful speech that was covered by my journalist wife who is a writer for Redstate.com.

Episode 131 - "My God, Why have you forsaken me?" 30.03.2026

Psalm 16 is an incredible prophetic psalm that details the immense sufferings of Christ bearing our sins and judgment on the Cross. Join me on a very special journey of understanding Psalm 22 and how it relates to our salvation.

Episode 130 - "Did Jesus rise from the dead?" (Part 2) 26.03.2026

In the conclusion of our special two part series on defending the truth claims of the resurrection of Christ, George and I respond to the Islamic claim that Jesus was not crucified. We also critique the Discovery Channel documentary about the so called, "Lost tomb of Jesus."

Episode 129 - "Did Jesus rise from the dead?" (Part 1) 25.03.2026

We live in a culture filled with doubt and skepticism. Most people have many questions about the afterlife and struggle with the fear of death. Today on my podcast, George and I respond to the doubt and skepticism by providing good reasons to believe that Jesus indeed did rise from the dead accomplishing salvation for His people.

Episode 128 - "Defending the truth claims of the Resurrection." 23.03.2026

On my podcast, I give solid apologetical reasons for believing in the resurrection of Christ as an undeniable historical event. I also respond to the Quran's claim that Jesus wasn't crucified.

Episode 127 - "Happy Nowruz to my Iranian friends." 18.03.2026

This is a very special Nowruz for Iranians. Their homeland is being liberated and the celebration is about to begin. Their day has finally come. Ni more oppression, death and fear. Instead we will be "Dancing in the rain."

Episode 126 - "The St.Louis Iranian Rally for Reza Pahlavi." 14.03.2026

Adhieh Coleman fled Iran for religious persecution and came to America for an exciting new future 30 years ago. I met her at The St. Louis Iranian Rally. She shares her powerful testimony on my latest episode. Also on the podcast the story of the courageous members of the Iranian women's soccer team given asylum in Australia after being threatened by the government for not singing the national ant...

Episode 125 "Young Earth Creationism (Part 4) Mount. St. Helens 12.03.2026

On Part 4 of our series on Young Earth Creationism, George and I discuss the discovery of soft tissue in dinosaur bones and the significance of the 1980 Eruption of Mount St. Helen's and how that demonstrates a young earth scenario.

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