The only thing that never changes is God; everything else is in a constant flux of change: sometimes for the better and sometimes for the worse. The professing Christian Church in America has gone through a gradual change over the past several decades as secular culture has slowly infiltrated and influenced it. As secular culture, public education, media, and an increasingly powerful government put pressure on the church to approve of a godless agenda, we will see many churches start to buckle to the pressure and conform to the world. Jay Seegert of The Starting Point Project and Elijah Abraham of Living Oasis Ministries travel around the nation and the world sharing the gospel and equipping churches to remain anchored to the truth of God’s Word in a world that is pressuring them to conform to the ways and values of this fallen, sinful world. They both join us in studio for a frank discussion on the condition of the church and professing Christians in America.
Biblical Christianity in the Crosshairs
Americans have been historically blessed with a Constitution that guarantees us the right to religious beliefs and expression of those beliefs. But slowly and surely those freedoms are under attack by secular humanists, public education, media and an out of control government. At some point we will reach a breaking point in our nation where the Bible is viewed as hate speech and where every person who trusts in it as the Word of God will be seen as dangerous.Joining Mike and David today is Pastor and best-selling author Carl Gallups. Carl is a student of biblical prophecy and has studied the trends in Europe where Christianity has all but been eliminated from society. Is America next – and what will be the consequences?
Hatred of the Gospel
Jesus warned us that in the last days, the gospel would be rejected and His followers would be hated. Though unreported by secular media, we are seeing staggering increases in the persecution of Christians and the destruction of Christian Churches worldwide. This morning Mike and David discuss the real story behind the headlines of the Notre Dame Cathedral fire in Paris, and an internationally known Christian Rugby player threatened because of his Christian beliefs.And on this Holy Week leading up to our celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, the gospel is under attack around the world. Taking a cue from Europe, many American Christians are looking to please the world and compromising the truth of Scripture all around us. Pastor Mike Abendroth of No Compromise Radio joins us to take a look at what we so often take for granted: what Jesus accomplished almost 2,000 years ago through the cross and the empty tomb.
Trust, Confidence and Fear
The life of a disciple of Jesus Christ can be complex at times. The Bible tells us we should trust God in all matters. It says we can approach the throne of God in confidence with our petitions. And yet it also says to fear God. Trust, confidence and fear: Not always easy to reconcile all three of those, yet this is the life we are called to as believers, particularly in a world that increasingly hates God and we who are disciples of Jesus.
Debunking Fallacies and Doubts about the Bible
Two facts are indisputable these days. First, the world is growing more evil. Darkness is increasing and God’s Word is being openly mocked and ridiculed. The second fact is too many believers, people who profess to be Christians, are ignorant of the truth of God’s Word. This leads to being ineffective in bearing fruit, living the Christian life and sharing the gospel of salvation with others. This not only opens the door for confusion, chaos, or crisis in society – but also in the church.Our guest today, Carl Kerby of Reasons for Hope Ministries, is tackling these problems head on, speaking, traveling, and by producing a video series called “deBUNKED,” answering key questions and refuting statements of skeptics. Carl is teaching Christians how to be effective in sharing the gospel and be better apologists for God.
Great Questions and Comments
As Solomon once said, there is nothing new under the sun. Today, we read your comments and answer your questions by going to God’s Word. A few new believers emailed us this week as well as new listeners to our podcast. Some of the topics we tackle today include:How to pray according to God’s willChristians struggling with depressionThe importance of biblical prophecy and Israel.Pastors waking up to the deception infiltrating culture and churchJesus being presented as a social justice warrior? Atheism, Gnosticism, and liberal Christianity
Exposing the Fallacy of Progressive Christianity
A deadly fall down a mountain usually begins with a single careless step. And once we take that wrong step, the fall can be swift and lead to serious injury or death. It is no different with our eternal souls – and the souls of others. A single serious misstep of twisting God’s Word to appeal to our flesh can often lead to deception or even a fall.Deceived or deceivers? Today, Mike and David continue to look at the tenets of so-called Progressive Christianity, and how it often disputes and even contradicts the foundational teachings of the Bible. The unbiblical, progressive process of “de-conversion” starts off with questioning a single doctrine from God’s Word, but eventually leads to serious heresy. This leads often many souls to full-blown apostasy.In our first segment we are joined by Tim Hull of Ratio Christi Ministries to discuss his ministry to youth in college as well as tools we can use to bring people into saving faith in Jesus.We also discuss an article pointing common beliefs that progressive Christians often share with Atheists, proving the dangerous, slippery slope of liberalism calling itself “Christian.”
Redefining God: Paganism and Progressive Christianity
There is only one true God, but that has never stopped people from trying to redefine Him or find other gods to worship. Today, humanity seems bent on identifying a god that will suit their passions and beliefs rather than surrendering to the living God who created us and sustains us. He sent His Son to save us from our sin and the eternal damnation we deserve. We begin today tackling the contradictions and unbiblical worldviews of progressive Christians – in their own words. They say there are many ways to God and “to experience the sacredness and oneness of life.” In reality, the world is not searching for the God of truth because they really want to justify their self worship and life enhancement. And there’s a very fine line between progressivism and paganism. Carl Teichrib is an author and researcher who has studied the New Age Movement as well as the coming one world religion and government the Bible warns about. He joins us to discuss his latest book “Game of Gods: The Temple of Man in the Age of Enchantment.”
Biblical Manhood and Cultural Christianity
This morning we look at two serious problems facing the Christian Church in America. First we look at Dr. Tony Evans’ thoughts on why and how Satan is seeking to destroy biblical manhood in order to bring chaos into society. Then we look at a pastor in Florida who has written a book tackling the problem of “Cultural Christianity”, calling it out as a “completely different religion” from Biblical Christianity. Is the professing church in America our greatest evangelism field these days?
The Battle for the Souls of Young Christian Athletes
They, we start by discussing the importance of Christian parents and coaches in the lives of high school student athletes. We’re joined by a local representative of a Christian organization standing strong in battle for young souls, Jeff Middlestead of Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Hear how coaches and athletics can have a profound affect on young Christians, and why discipleship is vital in the lives of these young people.Segment 3: We have also seen pressure ratchet up against Christians to be silent and accept the ways of this world. Pressure from the powerful LGBTQ lobby is transforming how church is conducted in our nation and around the world. First it was organizations like the Boy and Girl Scouts; then the YMCA and YWCA, caving to political pressure and the almighty dollar. And now we are seeing professing Christian Churches cave in and justify the LGBTQ movement, in some instances going as far as using the Bible out of context to justify their sinful lifestyles.
Listeners Questions & Comments Friday
On today’s podcast, Mike addresses your comments and questions from the past few weeks. These include: The growing home church movement, How the left redefines words, Russian collusion or Liberal collusion, Our youth pastor told the kids “Jesus was a socialist”, If we avoid discussing the end times, is it possible we will be unprepared for coming persecution? What can I tell someone who thinks homosexuals are born that way? With the rapid decline of immorality and godless Supreme Court decisions, that church remains silent, The pro-life movie “Unplanned” is a powerful, highly recommended movie.
The Allure and Danger of Socialism
Studies show a majority of younger people now approve of socialism, and one reason is the public education and liberal media portray it as something good. How else do you explain its modern popularity? Instead of the human utopia it is presented as, it is actually godless government control leading to communism. Socialism is used to imprison the very people who call for it, and force worship of government above God. Curtis Bowers has produced eye-opening, award winning documentaries on how socialism and “social justice” have even crept into the philosophies of the American church. He joins Mike and David in segment 2. In our first segment, Julaine Appling of Wisconsin Family Council joins us to look at the recent Wisconsin Supreme Court election and its possible impact on abortion and religious freedom.
IPhones, Education Leading Causes of Youth Depression
Few Christian and conservative media outlets have been warning about this for years. Young people today are more anxious and depressed – some even suicidal – than any other generation in our history. The studies and statistics do not lie, so now is it finally time to confront these issues head-on? Maybe.We have known for decades that godless agendas have been infesting public schools across America including Atheism, Humanism, socialism, and LGBT indoctrination. But what is affecting children the most when it comes to depression and mental health, these agendas or their i Phones, friends, and social media? We believe it is all of these, and other factors.Today we discuss the ongoing moral decline in culture due to the massive influence of Hollywood, government schools, media, and technology. The main culprit being within a child and parent’s control: use of iPhones and social meda. We share a shocking study of how depression and suicidal thoughts among young people is off the charts as our education system continues confusing them about life, morality, gender, and sexuality.
Finding Hope in a Hopeless World
The “god” of this world, Satan, will do anything he can to take our eyes off of God and think we can find lasting joy and peace in the things of this world. God tells us that not only is that futile, but that the things of this world will actually lead us to hopelessness and even despair when we trust in them to find meaning and happiness. Yet we continually try to find purpose, meaning and happiness in wealth, pleasure or entertainment. This morning Dave Wager joins Mike LeMay and Crash Connell to discuss the futility of pursuing happiness and meaning in the things of this world. We look at the life of Solomon who pursued happiness through intellect, wealth and pleasure only to discover the futility of seeking anything but God.
What’s in a Name? Don’t be Fooled by the ‘Equality’ Act
Words matter, and the left knows exactly how to use positive-sounding terminology to push their godless agendas. They title their bills with words such as fairness, justice, progress, nondiscrimination, and in this case, “equality.” God is just, fair, and holy; but His law and truth is fixed, and He is no respecter of persons.














