Best What Happens To Christians When They Die Podcasts (2025)

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Jesus: Not Just a Name, But a Knowing 10:05

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Send us a text It’s one thing to know the name of Jesus. It’s another to know His heart. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, host Steve McLane unpacks what it truly means to move beyond cultural faith and step into a personal relationship with Christ. Through Scripture, reflection, and real-life illustrations, Steve shares how the Bible reveals no…

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Jesus Stands When the World Shifts - The Jesus Effect 8:44

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Send us a text The world is always changing. Values shift. Circumstances shift. People come and go. And sometimes, it feels like the ground beneath us won’t stop moving. But here’s the good news: Jesus never changes. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane shares how Christ remains steady in a world that constantly shakes. From Hebrews 13…

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Jesus in the Storm: Not All Storms Come to Disrupt Your Life — Some Come to Clear Your Path - Midweeks Moments on The Jesus Effect 7:25

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Send us a text Life’s storms often feel like setbacks, but what if they are actually setups? In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane shares the encouraging reminder that not all storms come to disrupt your life — some come to clear your path. Through the stories of Joseph, Paul, and the disciples, we see how God uses storms to redirect us…

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When We All See Jesus - The Jesus Effect 8:21

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Send us a text What will it be like to see Jesus face-to-face? To look into His eyes, to hear His voice, and to finally stand in His presence? The Bible tells us this isn’t just a dream — it’s a promise. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane unpacks the hope and anticipation of that coming day when faith becomes sight. You’ll discover: …

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Jesus is Alive: They Didn’t Die for a Lie - The Jesus Effect 8:52

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Send us a text Why would ordinary fishermen, tax collectors, and everyday men willingly suffer persecution, torture, and even death for their message? The disciples of Jesus had nothing to gain—no wealth, no power, no prestige. Yet they boldly proclaimed one life-changing truth: Jesus is alive. In this episode, Steve McLane unpacks: The radical tra…

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Trusting God's Unchanging Word - The Jesus Effect 9:20

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Send us a text In a world that is constantly shifting, God’s Word stands unchanging. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane reflects on a powerful moment from Rev. Billy Graham’s early ministry when he chose to trust the Bible fully as God’s Word. From 2 Timothy 3:16–17 to Matthew 24:35, we’ll explore how Scripture is our steady foundati…

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Preview: Trusting God’s Unchanging Word - The Jesus Effect 1:32

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Send us a text Everything around us is changing—governments, culture, even our feelings. But one thing never changes: God’s Word. In this short teaser, Steve McLane shares a preview of the upcoming episode of The Jesus Effect: Trusting God’s Unchanging Word. The full episode drops last Sunday night, September 28th on Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Sp…

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Jesus Go and Do: Living the Green Light Faith - Midweek Moments on the Jesus Effect 8:45

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Send us a text In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane shares a powerful story about an 83-year-old Sunday school teacher whose quiet faithfulness impacted generations of future pastors. Her life reminds us that obedience, not recognition, is what makes the greatest difference. Steve challenges us to stop waiting at the “red light” and re…

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Will You Serve Jesus? - The Jesus Effect 8:29

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Send us a text Serving Jesus is more than going through the motions—it’s a question of the heart. In this episode, Steve McLane takes us back to Joshua’s challenge to Israel: “Choose this day whom you will serve… But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” (Joshua 24:15) From Isaiah’s reminder that lip service is not enough, to Joshua’s ca…

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Jesus and the Cost of Truth - Midweek Moments on The Jesus Effect 9:59

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Send us a text Truth has always come at a cost. From Stephen, the first Christian martyr, to Dietrich Bonhoeffer, to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and even in our own generation, men and women who spoke boldly for Christ faced opposition—even death. In this episode, host Steve McLane explores their powerful stories and points us back to Jesus—the ult…

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The Privilege of Prayer with Jesus - The Jesus Effect 9:17

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Send us a text Prayer is not just a habit or ritual—it is a privilege given through Jesus Christ, an open door into the very presence of God. In this episode, host Steve McLane reflects on the awe of prayer, why we should pray in every season, and the promises God gives when we seek Him. Through Scripture and personal testimony—including his father…

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Is Your Name Written in Jesus’ Book of Life? - Midweek Moments on The Jesus Effect 5:59

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Jesus Effect, host Steve McLane asks one of life’s most important questions: “Is my name written in Jesus’ Book of Life?” Drawing from Revelation 20:15, the teaching of Billy Graham, and a personal reflection, Steve explains the hope of the gospel—how our sins are forgiven through Christ and how our na…

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Let Jesus Rewrite Your What Ifs - The Jesus Effect 10:04

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Send us a text We’ve all asked the hard questions: What if I had made a different choice? What if I hadn’t walked away? What if I had obeyed God sooner? In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane unpacks how God can take our deepest regrets and transform them into testimonies of His grace. Through Jonah’s rebellion and Peter’s denial, we see…

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Finishing the Race with Jesus - Midweek Moments on The Jesus Effect 8:09

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Send us a text In life, it’s not just about how we start — it’s about how we finish. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, host Steve McLane shares how the Christian walk is like a race: full of challenges, distractions, and moments when the finish line feels far away. But with Jesus running beside us, we can endure, stay faithful, and finish strong…

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Living Your Dash For Jesus - The Jesus Effect 9:32

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Send us a text What will your dash say about you? In today’s episode of The Jesus Effect, host Steve McLane reflects on the powerful message behind the poem The Dash by Linda Ellis. That small line between the day we are born and the day we leave this world represents everything—our choices, our relationships, our faith, and the impact we leave beh…

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Guarding Our Words: Building Up the Body of Christ 8:26

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Send us a text Words are powerful. They can build up or tear down, bring healing or cause hurt. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane unpacks what Scripture teaches about the tongue and the way we speak to one another. Drawing from Proverbs, James, and the example of Jesus, Steve shares how we can respond to criticism with grace, protec…

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The Precious Gift of Life — Living with Eternity in Mind 7:53

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Send us a text Life is fragile. Tomorrow isn’t promised, but today is a gift from God. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane shares a heartfelt reminder that every sunrise is another chance to live with purpose, love deeper, and walk closer with Christ. Through Scripture and real-life moments, discover how trials shift our perspective, …

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Two Paths, Two Destinations: Choosing the Way That Leads to Life 8:41

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Send us a text Life is full of choices, but Jesus said there are only two paths that matter—one broad and easy, the other narrow and less traveled. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, host Steve McLane unpacks Jesus’ words from Matthew 7:13–14 about the wide road that leads to destruction and the narrow road that leads to life. Discover the differ…

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Grace That Covers You — The Power of God's Forgiveness and Favor When You Feel Like You've Failed 7:46

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like you’ve messed up too badly for God to use you again? Like your failure disqualified you from His grace? In this episode of The Jesus Effect, host Steve McLane shares a powerful, hope-filled message for anyone struggling with shame, regret, or the weight of past mistakes. Drawing from the story of Peter’s denia…

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Midweek Moments - Forgive as the Lord Forgave You 8:31

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Send us a text What does it really mean to forgive like Jesus? In this powerful episode, host Steve McLane explores Colossians 3:13 and the call to "forgive as the Lord forgave you." Whether you're wrestling with old wounds, deep betrayal, or everyday offenses, you'll discover the freedom found in true forgiveness. Steve walks through the burden of…

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Midweek Moments - All Day with God: A Life Transformed by Prayer 8:41

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Send us a text What if the key to a better morning, a more peaceful night, and a more purposeful life was as simple as talking with God? In this Midweek Moment from The Jesus Effect, Steve McLane shares a short but powerful devotional on the beauty of staying connected to God throughout the day. Discover how prayer — in the quiet of the morning, th…

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Faith That Moves You Forward — The Jesus Effect on Fear and Stagnation 9:26

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Send us a text Have you ever felt stuck — spiritually, emotionally, or mentally? Like you believe in God, but fear or uncertainty has kept you from moving forward? In this powerful episode of The Jesus Effect, host Steve McLane unpacks what it means to have a faith that doesn’t just believe — but moves. Whether you’re standing at a crossroads, afra…

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The Love That Heals — The Jesus Effect on Rejection and Brokenness 8:33

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Send us a text Have you ever felt unwanted, overlooked, or broken by someone who should have loved you? In this heartfelt episode of The Jesus Effect, host Steve McLane shares a message of hope and restoration for those who’ve been hurt by rejection and left with emotional scars. Whether you’ve experienced abandonment, betrayal, or deep soul wounds…

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The Joy That Overflows - The Jesus Effect on Emptiness 9:35

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Send us a text What do you do when life looks full on the outside… but your soul feels empty? In this episode of The Jesus Effect, host Steve McLane unpacks the difference between happiness that fades and the deep, lasting joy that comes only from Jesus. If you’ve been feeling dry, discouraged, or disconnected, this message is for you. You’ll disco…

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Jesus at the Center: Behind the Mic – The Faith Journey to Launching The Jesus Effect Podcast 7:47

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Send us a text What does it really take to start something new when God calls you — even if you feel unqualified? In this special behind-the-scenes episode, host Steve McLane shares the real story of how The Jesus Effect podcast came to life. From the first stirring of a calling, to tech frustrations and personal obstacles, to a simple embroidered …

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Hope That Doesn't Quit - The Jesus Effect On Despair 8:46

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like giving up? Like the weight of life is just too much and hope feels out of reach? In this episode of The Jesus Effect, host Steve McLane speaks directly to the discouraged, the weary, and the ones barely holding on. Drawing from Romans 15:13 and the story of Elijah under the broom tree, Steve unpacks what it me…

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Freedom from Shame - The Jesus Effect on Our Past 9:48

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Jesus Effect, we explore how encountering Jesus transforms the way we view our past — especially the shame that often weighs us down. Whether it’s mistakes, regrets, or wounds that haunt you, Jesus offers true freedom and healing. Join us as we look at biblical truths that show how Jesus redeems our pa…

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The Four Spiritual Blessings God Wants To Give You 8:24

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Send us a text In this uplifting episode of The Jesus Effect, we take a closer look at four spiritual blessings that God freely offers to those who walk with Him: joy, peace, hope, and spiritual power. These blessings aren’t tied to circumstances — they are gifts from God that bring strength, stability, and purpose to our lives, even in the most ch…

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Peace in the Chaos: The Jesus Effect on Inner Storms 11:07

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Send us a text Life can be chaotic, and sometimes the greatest storms aren’t around us — they’re inside us. In this episode of The Jesus Effect, we explore how encountering Jesus brings peace in the midst of emotional, spiritual, and mental storms. Drawing from Scripture and real-life experience, this message will remind you that peace isn’t the ab…

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Welcome to the Jesus Effect - Podcast Trailer 1:05

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Send us a text Welcome to The Jesus Effect, where encountering Jesus leads to life change. In this short trailer, host Steve McLane shares the heart behind the podcast — real people, real stories, and the undeniable impact of meeting Jesus face-to-face. You’ll also hear from co-host Pastor Kevin Branham, whose passion for the Word and love for Jesu…

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BAL 2025, Ep12 - How Old Is the Earth ? 58:30

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Tune in to this edition of “Bible Answers Live,” as the pastors answer questions about family and loved ones in Heaven. Will we see them there ? Will we be reunited ? Will Heaven be a happy place if we look for them and they are not there ? Join us as the pastors address these and many other topics such as the condition of the Earth before creation…

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BAL 2025, Ep11 - Will I Recognize My Mother in Heaven ? 58:30

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The Bible is a beautiful book, an intriguing book filled with so much wisdom and love. It can also be somewhat confusing to understand at times, so join us as the pastors explain and elaborate some difficult passages to this week’s callers ! Wondering about what Hebrews chapter 10 means ? or Matthew 7, Exodus 9 or Luke 8 ? Tune in ! Pastor Doug and…

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BAL 2025, Ep10 - What Does the Bible Say About Worshiping Idols in Church ? 58:30

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Pastor Doug and Pastor Ross host this week's “Bible Answers Live,” so join us now as we study about rejecting the Godhead, the worship of idols in church, all the violence in the Old Testament, the end of time and current prophecy, and people dying three different times. There’s so much more, too ! Open your Bible and tune in now !1.- Can you expla…

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BAL 2025, Ep09 - What Time of Year Was Jesus Born ? 58:30

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We’re going deep ! Tune in now as Pastor Jëan Ross and Pastor James Mangum answer questions about the history of the urim and the thummim, about Heaven suffering violence, about the true reason that Jesus allowed the demons to possess the pigs in Luke chapter 8, and about the significance of Jesus’ bones not being broken at the cross. The Bible is …

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BAL 2025, Ep08 - What Happens to Our Loved Ones When They Die ? 58:30

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Have you ever wondered what is the best way to study the Bible ? Let's find out together in this episode of “Bible Answers Live” ! It's a packed program with callers from all over the nation wondering about war in Israel, the close of probation and much more. Tune in because the pastors will also discuss God’s gender and Mary's divinity... you won’…

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BAL 2025, Ep07 - Why Did Adam Need a Savior but Lucifer Did Not ? 58:30

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In this installment of “Bible Answers Live,” Pastor Ross and Pastor Alden discuss how handicaps can affect your salvation, how justification and sanctification relate to salvation, and why Lucifer was excluded from salvation. Tune in and you’ll also learn about how the Bible can guide through abuse within marriage, and how it can lead those out of …

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BAL 2025, Ep06 - Why Do Innocent People Suffer ? 58:29

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Signs of being filled with the Holy Spirit - is that speaking in tongues ? Signs that the Holy Spirit has left - what does that look like ? Let’s study together and learn more ! In this edition of Bible Answers Live, the pastors will carefully share their knowledge about the Holy Spirit’s presence in our lives and about the presence of the Trinity …

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BAL 2025, Ep05 - Is It Okay To Lie Under Certain Conditions ? 58:30

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Lies, prophecy and purpose; guns, free will and the abomination of desolation... Take your pick, in this episode of Bible Answers Live, Pastor Ross and Pastor Alden cover a wide range of topics and questions ! Don't miss it and join us now !1.- How is it possible for the message of Elijah to fail and that the land be stricken as mentioned in Malach…

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BAL 2025, Ep04 - Who Was Jacob Wrestling With ? 58:30

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Tune in and study with us as the pastors answer questions about what happens to a guardian angel when a person passes, and about which angel Jacob wrestled with during that life-changing night. They'll also discuss the patriarchy of the Bible, and why the men seem to always take all the credit... this and so much more in this edition of Bible Answe…

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BAL 2025, Ep03 - Did Enoch Die or Was He Translated ? 58:30

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Enoch, eternal life, Sundays, cooking, garage sales... add a bit of prophecy of course (and much, much more) and this episode of Bible Answers Live is sure to be interesting ! Join us now !1.- In Timothy 2 verses 14 and 15, what does saved in childbearing mean ?2.- Did Enoch die or was he translated ?3.- Why do we go to church on Saturday if we are…

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BAL 2025, Ep02 - Why Did God Stop Talking Directly With Us ? 58:30

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Join us as together we discover if the devil has access to our thoughts, and if our eating habits insult God. The pastors will also discuss why the Lord stopped communicating directly with us, as He once did with Adam and Eve, and what it means that He created us in His image. All this and more, in this installment of Bible Answers Live !1.- Is Mal…

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BAL 2025, Ep01 - Why Did God Throw Satan to the Earth Instead of Somewhere Else ? 58:30

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In this edition of Bible Answers Live, Pastor Doug and Pastor Ross discuss why God sent Satan to Earth and where he is now. Join us as they also answer questions about testing God and praising God, and how we are to defend our faith in Him. Tune in and find out about these topics and more !1.- What is the darkness that came over the land in Isaiah …

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BAL 2024, Ep31 - Is It Okay To Clean Up After a Meal on Sabbath ? 58:30

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Study with us in this edition of Bible Answers Live, where the pastors discuss dirty frogs and dirty dishes ! They’ll also speak on women’s ordination, defending our faith as Christians and how to know that when we study the Bible, we are learning what we are supposed to learn. Tune in and you’ll also learn about God’s beautiful empathy toward us, …

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BAL 2024, Ep30 - Does the Bible Mention Visitors From Outer Space ? 58:30

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Let's study together as we learn in this installment of "Bible Answers Live" about who the Angel of the Lord is, and why the idea of being saved once forever is inaccurate. Pastor Doug and Pastor Ross will also discuss the recent phenomenon of the mysterious drones and flying objects, and will look to the Bible to determine if there is life on othe…

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BONUS New Series: Making Time - Chapter 1 13:35

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Promo: Making Time You have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the…

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Life In Heaven 30:46

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Promo: Making Time You have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the…

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The Truth About Heaven 23:48

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Promo: Making Time You have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the…

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Elijah, A Man of Faith - Elijah: Part 1 - Woodside Bible Church Lapeer 37:32

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Sometimes it is a struggle trusting God, taking Him at His word, and believing that what God wants is best for me. This comes from wanting to be in control. Because in control of life, one can be confident everything will happen how they want it to. We have just launched a new series, Elijah; A Man Just Like Us, reminding us how the same God Elijah…

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How can we defend our faith when talking to unbelievers? 35:20

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Have you ever been met with the question; “why are you a Christian?” The outside world loves to ask that question, for curiosity or possibly to prove you wrong. It can be very intimidating to feel like all the pressure to defend your faith and want to do it perfectly. Fears may sneak in, and insecurities build up. What should I say? How do I do thi…

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What happens to babies, kids, or people with special needs when they die? 34:08

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It’s one of the most tragic and misunderstood trials a parent can face, losing their child. While plagued with grief, questions are flooding their minds. What happened to our child? Are they with Jesus? How are we supposed to know if they are ok?” In our series, Asking for a Friend series, we’ll answer tough questions and provide you with gospel-ce…