Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, discusses the origins of the season of Lent. Lent is intended to be 40 days of fasting, prayer and penance. He reviews the symbolism of the 40 days and points out that it is much more than explained by pointing to the time Jesus spent in the desert for 40 days of fasting praying and being tempted by the devil. Dr. Hall also explains why ashes are used to make a cross on the foreheads of believers during Ash Wednesday services. What Lent has become today is very different than what was planned by early church leaders. Many Protestant churches refuse to recognize the season of Lent and Dr. Hall reviews the beginnings of that rejection by the Protestant reformists. The Protestant reformists point to the lack of any scriptural basis for the observance of Lent, among other things. Dr. Hall concludes by reminding the listeners that whether Christians observe Lent or not, what really matters is our embrace of Christ crucified in the empty tomb. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/XamOsjWiCRI

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, provides commentary on Pres. Trump’s address to the joint session of Congress. He points out that many felt we were watching a presidential figure who has been transformed by the events of his life over the last eight or nine years. Dr. Hall acknowledges that he had a sense that he was observing a believer in God exhibiting what theologians call sanctification. He pointed to Mr. Trump’s comments that his escape from assassination with only an injury to his ear in Butler, Pennsylvania caused him to feel that God had spared his life to give him an opportunity to make America great again. Mr. Trump appears to be a changed man. Dr. Hall goes on to explain God’s sanctification of his followers. He notes that sanctification is not easy and there are no silver bullets to sanctification. He notes that sanctification is a different process for every individual and can be slow. He concludes the podcast by challenging those who profess to be followers of Christ to realize that continuing to live sinfully is not an option.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, uses the shocking story of a young Israeli family who were taken hostage in the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel launched by the extremist group of Palestinians, Hamas to discuss hate. The father and mother and their two redheaded sons, four years old and nine months old were held captive with the father being released on February 1 and the bodies of the mother and the two children returned recently. Forensic analysis showed that the children had been killed at the hands of their captors. Dr. Hall discusses the destructive nature of hate and points out that the Scripture warns hate not only prevents a person from loving God but also from having eternal life. He uses the story of Cain killing his brother Abel to demonstrate the origin of hate. Dr. Hall points out that the apostle John tells us that Cain murdered his brother because he belonged to the evil one. Dr. Hall notes that Jesus taught to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. He ends the podcast warning that we must resist being pulled toward demonizing Palestinians. Christians must have a willingness to call out bigotry when we see it while at the same time accepting the fact that those who are guilty of atrocities need to be held responsible. Can also be seen on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/apRzVfoaSIE.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, uses memories of his father, a World War II veteran, to talk about the deep psychological scars that can result in what we know today as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Dr. Hall reviews the differences between a major depressive disorder, depression, and PTSD. Spiritual depression that impacts many devoted Christians and is no ordinary fit of depression. It is a crisis of faith when one senses the absence of God. Dr. Hall explains why a Christian can have joy in his heart and spiritual depression in his head. Some of the potential causes of spiritual depression are discussed. Dr. Hall concludes the podcast by pointing out that spiritual depression can become one of the greatest means for growing more Christlike. Can also be seen on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/ynQZGAmkvXM

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, focuses on protests being labeled 50501 protests led by Congressman, Senators, local politicians and others that included these individuals screaming and yelling vile profanity aimed at the newly elected president and his consultant Elon Musk. These left-wing Democrats are attempting to thwart the new administration’s attempts to eliminate corruption, waste, mismanagement, and inefficiency in government. Dr. Hall identifies a number of things that have already been uncovered by the trump administration that involves millions of dollars being spent on ridiculous, malicious, and even evil projects that would only serve the interest of entrenched bureaucrats. In this podcast the responsibilities of professed Christians to participate in the removal corruption in government is discussed. Dr. Hall concludes this podcast quoting 2 Chronicles 7:14, “If my people who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” Can be heard on all podcast search engines is viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/_nTNwPI1CFo.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, begins this podcast by pointing out that almost all of the top 24 people nominated to cabinet positions and advisory roles by President Trump identify as Christians, and two have served as pastors. He reflects on the witness that this provides for this new administration. Dr. Hall goes on to talk about the job description that Jesus would prepare for his followers. Dr. Hall fills in the blanks of a Christian job description noting that the most important daily job duty is seeking the salvation of the lost. He analyzes why many Christians seem to be reluctant to share their faith with others. It is pointed out that being a witness for Jesus only requires that you tell the truth about your relationship with Him. Can also be seen on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/X2reS6p83WY

Ordained, minister, Dr. Dennis Hall points out that 50 senators voted against approving Pete Hegseth as the next Secretary of Defense. This Fox news host and decorated combat veteran was the subject of a smear campaign carried out by political opponents, but he did not deny that he was guilty of infidelity in a previous marriage and that there were some instances of excessive drinking. This man openly gives credit to his current wife and relationship with Jesus Christ as the reason that he became a changed man. Dr. Hall demonstrates how uniquely qualified Pete Hegseth is and how the ability of God lives within him. Dr. Hall uses the sex scandals and misconduct allegations of previous commanders-in-chief to put the objection to Hegseth in perspective. He goes on to review a long list of famous biblical characters that had mammoth issues in their lives from impurity, depression, and unfaithful spouses and broken families. Dr. Hall makes the point that our weaknesses, our failings, and our mistakes are part of why God calls us and gives us opportunities to serve because he knows that we are depending on him. Can be heard on all podcast search engines. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at:
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Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, reflects on the inauguration of the 47th president of the United States, Donald Trump. He points out the emphasis on godly intervention for the new president that could be seen in the prayers of the religious leaders at the swearing-in ceremony and the comments of the new president. Dr. Hall reminds us that nearly half the voters voted for the Democratic candidate and that they will do everything in their power to become stumbling blocks for the new leadership in our country. He uses the questions asked at the Senate hearings to confirm Pres. Trump’s cabinet nominees and the tone of the liberal anti-Trump press to underline this point. Dr. Hall focuses on the comments of the Episcopal Bishop Marianne Budde at the National Prayer Service to demonstrate how evil and unbelief can even capture churches and religious leaders. Dr. Hall provides an anatomy of unbelief in this podcast and why believers must be prepared to stand up to the blizzard of challenges sweeping down on Christian faith. The podcast concludes with the challenge to strive as never before to be a witness for Jesus. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and seen on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/_0mIOLJYYYc