The Big Picture Podcast 45: Pacifist vs. Peacemaker

July 29, 2014 By Christian Podcast Central

The Big Picture Podcast 45: Pacifist vs. Peacemaker Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Welcome to the Big Picture Podcast. I’m Joel Fieri, and this podcast seeks to begin and hopefully sustain a conversation about current trends and issues in the Church and greater society. On The Big Picture Podcast, our motto or tag line is “separating the forest from the trees”, and there’s no subject that blurs that distinction more than today’s topic. And that topic is war – specifically the Christian attitude towards war. Now what got me thinking on this... Read more

Ouxano 59: 1 Samuel part 6 – Parenting Tips from Eli

July 28, 2014 By Christian Podcast Central

Ouxano 59: 1 Samuel part 6 – Parenting Tips from Eli Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

In 1 Samuel 3, we find little Samuel hearing from God while sleeping in the Tabernacle: 2 One night Eli, who was almost blind by now, had gone to bed. 3 The lamp of God had not yet gone out, and Samuel was sleeping in the Tabernacle near the Ark of God. 4 Suddenly the Lord called out, “Samuel!” “Yes?” Samuel replied. “What is it?” 5 He got up and ran to Eli. “Here I am. Did you call me?” “I didn’t call you,” Eli replied. “Go back to... Read more

An Examined Life with Jeff Allen 11: Dr. Andy Bannister part 2

July 28, 2014 By Christian Podcast Central

An Examined Life with Jeff Allen: Dr. Andy Bannister part 2 [ 38:16 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

In this week’s podcast, I continue my discussion with Andy Bannister, the Director and Lead Apologist for RZIM (Ravi Zacharias International Ministries) Canada. Andy speaks all around the world, has a PhD in Islamic Studies, and authored An Oral-Formulaic Study of the Qur’an. Now, last week, Andy mentioned that he believes Bill Maher is a lazy Atheist, quite frankly. Or, to be more precise, he is a “Pollyanna Atheist” who wants to hold on to the cuddly things that he... Read more

Experience God 69: Psalm 103: 8-13 (NIV)

July 25, 2014 By Christian Podcast Central

Experience God 69: Psalm 103: 8-13 (NIV) [ 17:23 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Suzanne Lederer leads us in connecting with God through Lectio Divina. Psalm 103:8-13 (NIV) 8 The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. 9 He will not always accuse, nor will he harbor his anger forever; 10 he does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities. 11 For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear him; 12 as far as the east is from the... Read more

Reflections of Grace 39: Living From the Heart, part 2

July 25, 2014 By Christian Podcast Central

Reflections of Grace 39: Living From the Heart, part 2 Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

For the complete story, listen to the podcast. Gentle words are a tree of life a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit; Proverbs 15:4 NLT Have you ever been in the company of an angry person? Have you been the brunt of their issues being lashed out at you? Have you been tempted yourself to just give in to your baser self and say whatever you want to say, in spite of who hears it? The bible says a lot about... Read more

Jesus in HD 76: How Firm is Your Foundation?

July 25, 2014 By Christian Podcast Central

Jesus in HD 76: How Firm is Your Foundation? Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Jesus was a master-builder, a trained and professional artisan, a teknon, a worker in wood and stone. As you will hear in this PODCAST, Jesus knew all about soil, sand, rock, and proper foundations on which a house can stand strong and secure against floods and winds. Matthew 7:24-29 (NKJV) 24 “Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock: 25 and the rain descended, the floods... Read more

Meeting People Head On with Ray Schmautz 4: Adapting to God’s Game Plan

July 25, 2014 By Christian Podcast Central

Life as a Christ-follower will always have its ups and its downs – times where you feel like you’re in the “sweet spot”, and times of confusion or even bewilderment. But, as you remain faithful to God’s plan, it becomes clear to see that all these seasons are actually opportunities for God to mold and shape you for His purposes. For instance, in my early years of ministry, it all seemed to come easy. The congregation grew and grew. People... Read more

Blending Your StepFamily 41: Parenting 6-8 year-olds During A Divorce or Separation

July 23, 2014 By Christian Podcast Central

Blending Your StepFamily 41: Parenting 6-8 year-olds During A Divorce or Separation Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Six to eight-year-olds are in the stage of self-discovery. Despite all of their own accomplishments and feats, kids this age base much of their own self-image on how they and others perceive their parents. A child of this age desperately needs to see the good in his parents in order to define himself as good. Just as he draws power from knowing his parents are well thought of, so too, he can be very hurt by any hint that... Read more

Loving God with Your Mind, part 5 with JP Moreland

July 23, 2014 By Christian Podcast Central

To purchase the entire Summit Lecture Series, Vol. 1 on DVD, go to: summit.org If I were to go home and my wife says, “You’re angry.” To which I reply, “No, I’m not angry.” And we go back and forth – I need to take a second and decide whether or not what my wife is saying is true. I introspect. And, on this particular situation, I realize that I actually do have a seething rage down deep inside of me... Read more

Ouxano 58: 1 Samuel, part 5 (chapter 3)

July 23, 2014 By Christian Podcast Central

Ouxano 58: 1 Samuel, part 5 (chapter 3) Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

One of the most-taught stories in children’s Sunday School classes over the last several decades is that of the Lord calling out to little Samuel: 2 One night Eli, who was almost blind by now, had gone to bed. 3 The lamp of God had not yet gone out, and Samuel was sleeping in the Tabernacle near the Ark of God. 4 Suddenly the Lord called out, “Samuel!” “Yes?” Samuel replied. “What is it?” 5 He got up and ran to Eli. “Here I am. Did you call me?”... Read more