Words of Life: Weekly Christian Podcast with Testimonies & Teachings from the Salvation Army

We’ve probably all heard the question, “If there’s an island of people who never hear about Jesus, do they go to hell when they die?” In this episode of Skeptics Welcome, Captain Ken Argot discusses this question along with many that revolve around a seemingly violent God.   Series: SKEPTICS WELCOME https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com an...

Spoiler alert- Ken doesn’t give a number, but rather discusses the various theologies behind this topic.   Series: SKEPTICS WELCOME https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

Continuing with last week’s message, this week Ken discusses denominations. Why are there so many? Who has the “correct” interpretation of scripture? Why can’t we agree?   Series: SKEPTICS WELCOME https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

In this episode, Ken Argot addresses this question, “Can I be a Christian and Disagree with the Bible?” In this conversation we see that, quite often, it’s not scripture we disagree with but rather someone’s interpretation of scripture.   Series: SKEPTICS WELCOME https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportuni...

There are over 100 Billion, (yes, billion) Bibles sold or given away around the world each year. While no one can deny the popularity of the Bible, in today’s episode, Ken discusses the question, “Can the Bible be Trusted?”   Series: SKEPTICS WELCOME https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifea...

As we continue our series, Skeptics Welcome, today, Ken Argot discusses the question, “Do All Roads Lead to God?”. With many scholars estimating that there are over 4,200 active religions in the world, how do we, as Christians, know that our path is the only one?   Series: SKEPTICS WELCOME https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire...

In this episode, Captain Ken Argot addresses a very difficult question we received from a listener. “How can God love someone who has hurt someone who loves God?” The grace and mercy of God is something we’ll never fully understand this side of eternity. But Ken does a great job of unpacking this question and shares a powerful prayer for anyone in this place today.   Series: SKEPTICS WELCOME https...

As we continue our series, “Skeptics Welcome” today, Captain Ken Argot tackles, probably the most common question we all have, (as non-believers and believers). Why does He seem to save one person from suffering while allowing another one to go through many trials?   Series: SKEPTICS WELCOME https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquir...

Following last week’s conversation, Ken Argot continues by asking, “Ok, if God does exist, Does He care about ME?” Ken reminds us of the heartache and trials suffered throughout the Bible and takes us back to Genesis 1 where we see that there is something intrinsic about chaos and creation co existing. Series: SKEPTICS WELCOME https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife Discover more Christian...

This week, we begin a new series, “Skeptics Welcome” with Salvation Army officer, Ken Argot. Over the past few weeks, we’ve been asking listeners to send in their own questions or tough questions they’ve heard from unbelievers. Today, we begin the series by discussing the importance for all believers to question, test and bring their doubts and uncertainties to God. This week, probably the biggest...

As believers and non-believers, we all have questions about God, creation, the Bible and so much more. Join us on Words of Life as Captain Ken Argot tackles many of the questions our listeners have sent in over the past few months. From questions like, “Does God even exist” to “Why does He allow suffering?”. For conversations on these questions and more, join us for our series Skeptics Welcome sta...

Happy Resurrection Day! As Bernie always says, we are Easter people! In our final episode of our series, Jesus Went, Major Melendez discusses the most important moment in history. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

As we enter Holy week, Major Luis Melendez discusses the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. He also discusses the geographical significance of this holy place. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

In this episode, Luis discusses the moments we see in scripture where Jesus went off, by Himself to pray. Can you relate to the desire to connect with your Heavenly Father in nature? https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

In this episode of our series, "Jesus Went", Major Melendez discusses the homes Jesus traveled to. As the church has adjusted due to COVID-19, how has meeting in homes had an impact in your life? https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

This week we launch our 5-week Easter series with Major Luis Melendez. In this first episode, Luis discusses the "action" behind Jesus' travels. Are we, as His followers and His church following this call to GO? Throughout this series, Major Cheryl Gilliam was joined by her husband, Major Tim Gilliam as Bernie Dake was out for a surgery. Don't worry! He will be right back for the launch of our nex...

Join us this Sunday as we launch our 5-week Easter series with Major Luis Melendez. Throughout this series, Major Melendez will discuss the places and people to whom Jesus Went and examining how His actions should be reflected in our own lives. https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio...

We end our Highlight Reel series with a powerful testimony from Salvation Army officers, Rob and Heather Dolby. During our mental health series from 2019, the Dolby’s joined us to share their incredible testimony from addiction and homelessness to restoration.   Series: The Highlight Reel Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com...

This is another interview from our parenting series. Bill and Debra shared their story as the parents of 3 boys. They gave advice to young families on how each child needs specific parenting styles. They also discussed the loss of one of their boys who was a Salvation Army officer who went to glory while being the hands and feet of Jesus.   Series: The Highlight Reel Discover more Christian podcas...

This was a powerful testimony of forgiveness in a marriage. Anthony and Elizabeth shared how God restored a marriage they thought was over. Especially if you are in full time ministry, they share powerful lessons we can all learn from apply to our own marriages.   Series: The Highlight Reel Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.c...

This episode is from our marriage series back in early 2019. The Tarnues have an incredible testimony and we are grateful to them for sharing. Sheed grew up in Liberia as a Muslim and was introduced to Jesus through a Salvation Army officer. The two then discussed how they share each other’s heritage and compromise in their marriage.   Series: The Highlight Reel Discover more Christian podcasts at...

In September of 2019, we were joined by Marcie Camarillo. She is a former Salvation Army Officer- turned mental health counselor. She gave advice to parents on how to identify depression in their teenage kids, and how, as parents, we can model caring for our own mental health as well.   Series: The Highlight Reel Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising oppor...

In the summer of 2019, we were in the middle of a series on parenting. Majors Steve and Connie Long joined us to share their testimony of raising a larger family and the challenges and successes of welcoming their adopted daughter as their own.   Series: The Highlight Reel Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

In March of 2019, we were joined by Sharon Cash. She is a counselor who has been working with The Salvation Army in Memphis TN. In this interview, she shared a lesson she learned from one of her first clients on the power of UNforgiveness.   Series: The Highlight Reel Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us .

As we continue our Highlight Reel series, today we’re going to focus on one of the most unique Salvation Army ministries and programs, our Kroc Centers. Back in January of 2018, we were joined by the Territorial Director of Kroc Centers, Steve Carpenter. He shared some of the overall mission and purpose of these centers. We then get to take a virtual tour of the Memphis Kroc Center. Discover more...