The Teacher and the Preacher

God’s first command to Abraham was to journey to the Land of Israel. Ever since the people of Israel and the Land of Israel have been inseparable. This deep connection is unlike any other and is embedded in thousands of places throughout the Bible. We’ll take you on a biblical and historical tour of this […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Dave McGarrah,  Pastor a...

Special guest Eliyokim Chone joins us from Israel to share his story of how social media shuts down debate and manipulates our minds. You’ll learn about how Facebook shut down Eliyokim’s Facebook page with over 1.5 million followers, along with 850 other pages – all of which just happened to be right-wing. We’ll discuss the […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Dave...

With the expected reversal of Roe v. Wade, the status quo of the last 50 years is about to become history. We’ll discuss the legal fallout and political battles that are sure to come in the wake of Roe’s demise. And then we’ll take a deeper dive into the moral and social considerations the most […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Dave McGarrah,  Pastor at Deer Fla...

With Hal reporting on the ground in Israel, we give you a behind-the-scenes look at all the developments as history and prophecy unfold. Israel’s economy is booming even as its government is crumbling. Tens of thousands of Ukrainian Jews are returning to the Promised Land. Oh, and we’ll tell you about the American tourists who […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by D...

Israel has just opened up to tourists following two years of Covid restrictions. But if you can’t fly to Israel now, veteran Israel tour guide Peter Abelow can give you the next best thing to being there. We’ll be chatting about Peter’s “Israel is Beautiful” site and how you can use it to tour Israel […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Dave McGarrah,  Pastor at De...

Join us for Part 2 of our conversation with Aaron Lipkin, noted expert in Joshua’s Altar, about the small lead tablet, recently found there and how it is changing everything the academic world thought they knew about the Bible. The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program–hosted by Dave McGarrah, Senior Pastor at Deer […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by...

At a site in northern Israel where the remains of Joshua’s Altar have been found, archaeologists have just uncovered a small lead tablet with ancient Hebrew writing. With special guest Aaron Lipkin, we’ll be exploring why this tiny tablet is about to upend the academic world of archaeology and Biblical scholarship and provide strong proof […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program-...

Easter is unquestionably the most important Christian holiday, and the power of the Easter story has captured the hearts of over 2 billion Christians across the globe. In this episode, Hal, an observant Jew, chats with Pastor Dave about the Easter story and delves into subjects such as the resurrection. The Teacher and the Preacher […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted...

When God delivered the Jews from Egypt over 3,000 years ago, He commanded them to commemorate the miracle by observing Passover every year and relaying it to their children. In 2022, Jews the world over are still observing Passover and still telling their children of the great miracle that occurred in Egypt. Join Dave and […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Dave M...

Israel is again open to tourists after two years of Covid closures. Join Dave and Hal to discover five hidden gems in Israel that many visitors never get to see. Sites that make the Bible come alive. Sites that tell of the Jewish people’s dramatic return to their land. You may become so inspired learning […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Dave McGarrah,  Pastor a...

In this week’s episode, Gedaliah Blum of the Israeli organization Bikkurim joins The Teacher and the Preacher to describe the movement of economic Zionism and how it is changing the face of Israels’ Biblical heartland. Gedaliah is at the forefront of a movement that is helping to fulfill Biblical prophecy by enabling the Jewish people […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hos...

Sadly, anti-Semitism in America has increased steadily over the last decades and is now at record levels. The disturbing trend affects Jews most directly but should worry all of us. Join The Teacher and the Preacher with special guest, Carli Gammill, to learn why this is not only a Jewish issue. Carli, a Constitutional lawyer […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Da...

This is part 2 of Dave and Hal’s interview with Carli Gammell about anti-Semitism. Sadly, anti-Semitism in America has increased steadily over the last decades and is now at record levels. The disturbing trend affects Jews most directly but should worry all of us. Join The Teacher and the Preacher with special guest, Carli Gammill, […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted...

The book of Esther tells of the Jews’ near-annihilation and miraculous deliverance 2,500 years ago. Today, Jews still celebrate the holiday of Purim described in the book of Esther, with kids (and adults) dressing up in costumes, wearing masks, and throwing one big party. But deep secrets lie behind the masks. Dave and Hal will […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by...

In this second episode of our two-part series on Egypt and the Exodus, we’ll continue to delve into the multiple Egyptian references in the Exodus account and how some little-known inscriptions in an ancient temple in the Egyptian desert offer mind-blowing confirmation of what we find in the Bible. The Teacher and the Preacher is […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted b...

Did the Exodus really happen? Skeptics say there’s no proof in the archaeological record. But as we’ll share from Hal’s recent archaeological tour of Egypt with one of the world’s top Biblical scholars. evidence for the Exodus abounds. We’ll be looking at the evidence in the Torah itself and how it squares with what archaeologists […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted...

Just a few decades ago, Egypt tried multiple times to drive Israel into the sea. Today, military cooperation between the IDF and the Egyptian army couldn’t be closer. Learn how these sworn enemies have become ever-stronger friends, and what the future looks like in this evolving modern miracle. About the Teacher and The Preacher The […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hoste...

Special guest and acclaimed military analyst, Elliot Chodoff, joins The Teacher and the Preacher for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Russia-Ukraine crisis. We’ll take you beyond the headlines to investigate what Russia’s really up to and what’s at stake for the region and the world. About the Teacher and The Preacher The Teacher and the […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--h...

80% of Israel’s water comes from the sea. Its main power plants are cooled by the sea. Although not well known, the sea is Israel’s lifeblood. Join us with special guest Arik Rosenblum, Director of EcoOcean, for this fascinating tour of Israel’s greatest and least understood natural resource. About the Teacher and The Preacher The […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted...

Throughout all the Israelites’ wanderings through the desert, God was with them. No matter how far the people strayed, God provided for their every need. In this episode, we’ll delve into the hidden meanings of the Sinai desert wanderings, and how God is there for us today through every trial and tribulation. About the Teacher […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by D...

The Bible’s account of man and woman is clear. And yet today’s morality has strayed far from the Biblical understanding. Dave and Hal discuss the moral divide and why it matters for our future. About the Teacher and The Preacher The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program–hosted by Dave McGarrah, Senior Pastor […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Dave Mc...

Political panic. Deep division. Mistaken morals. Things are changing fast in America – and not for the better. Is this but the beginning of a steep decline, or will the U.S. rally and right the ship? America’s fate hangs in the balance. About the Teacher and The Preacher The Teacher and the Preacher is a […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Dave McGarrah,  Pastor a...

Responding to a question from a listener, Hal and Dave explore Judaism’s and Christianity’s differing approaches to faith and works, why the stereotypes about each religion’s approach aren’t quite accurate, and how we can best incorporate both faiths and works into our daily living. About the Teacher and The Preacher The Teacher and the Preacher […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio p...

Protecting the sanctity of God’s name comes up over and over throughout the Bible. We’ll delve into what this really means, why God has different names at different times, and some of the hidden secrets embedded in God’s name that can transform our relationship with Him. About the Teacher and The Preacher The Teacher and […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Dave Mc...

For The Teacher and the Preacher, 2021 was an amazing year. We review some of the highlights and the amazing shows that make The Teacher and the Preacher one of the most unique shows on the radio. And here’s looking to an even more amazing 2022. About the Teacher and The Preacher The Teacher and […] The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Dave McGarrah,  Pastor at Deer Fl...