Episodes
Feb. 25, 2025
What Are “The Eight Limbs of Yoga”? (259)
What are “The Eight Limbs of Yoga”? According to Patanjali’s writings in the Yoga Sutras of Hinduism, these must be taken to achieve God-consciousness (“Samadhi”). Interestingly, there are both areas of agreement and strong c...
Feb. 18, 2025
"The Jezebel Spirit"—Revelation or Illusion? (258)
Many popular Christian books train believers how to identify and overcome “The Jezebel Spirit.” Is there such a thing? Is there biblical proof? Is it right to use the two Jezebels in the Bible to identify the activities of a ...
Feb. 11, 2025
Do Catholics Believe Only Catholics Have Eternal Life? (257)
DO CATHOLICS BELIEVE ONLY CATHOLICS HAVE ETERNAL LIFE? Will only Catholics be saved in the end, according to doctrines of Catholicism? Does the Catholic Catechism seem to contradict itself on this primary and pivotal issue? A...
Jan. 28, 2025
“The Apocalypse”—Is It Terrible or Wonderful? (256)
When you hear the word “apocalypse,” what images come to mind? Do you imagine massive destruction and cataclysmic chaos reigning over humanity worldwide? You may be quite surprised to find out the true meaning is something qu...
Jan. 21, 2025
OM—Mystical Sound or Empty Syllable? (255)
Why is the word “OM” considered so sacred and powerful? How many religions recognize it as a spiritually potent word? Why is it connected to three of the most revered gods of the Hindu pantheon: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva? How...
Jan. 14, 2025
Are Natural Disasters "Acts of God"? (254)
Have you ever wondered why some insurance companies label hurricanes, tornados, floods, and wildfires as “acts of God”? Is it true that the Almighty is to blame for these cataclysmic calamities in the natural world? Or are th...
Jan. 7, 2025
Are Catholics Sealed With the Holy Spirit During Confirmation? (253)
It is believed in Catholicism that during the sacrament of Confirmation, the seal of the Holy Spirit is imparted, completing the work of salvation that begins at baptism. A Catholic bishop lays hands on each candidate, comman...
Dec. 31, 2024
The Pope Opens Sacred Doors / Powerful Rite or Empty Ritual? (252)
Four revered Catholic churches in Rome have “holy doors” that have been sealed for almost ten years but are now being opened by the pope for a Jubilee year in 2025. Catholics who pass through those doors are promised a plenar...
Dec. 24, 2024
"Peace On Earth!"--Unveiling the Mystery! (251)
When the Messiah was born in Bethlehem, a celestial choir of multitudes of angels announced His coming with the declaration: “ Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men .” Discover the revelation hi...
Dec. 18, 2024
What Is Natural Religion? (250)
What is the difference between natural religion and revealed religion? Has God, from the beginning, witnessed His reality in natural ways for the benefit of all humanity? Has He also revealed Himself supernaturally to certain...
Dec. 10, 2024
Is There Really Only One God? (249)
When discussing the nature of the Godhead, Christians, Hindus, Sikhs, and New Agers all passionately insist, “There is only one God!” Do they all mean the same thing by that terse, five-word statement? Or are there drasticall...
Nov. 26, 2024
Is the "Hallow App" Really Hallowed? (248)
A new prayer app called “Hallow” is getting a lot of attention among believers. However, do the teachings and services on this app present a true biblical approach to prayer or are concepts being promoted that are false? The ...
Nov. 19, 2024
Five Reasons I No Longer Confess My Sins To A Priest (247)
One of the most valued aspects of being Catholic is the sacrament of reconciliation: confessing your sins to a priest, receiving absolution (cleansing), and performing the assigned penance. There are five main reasons I no lo...
Nov. 12, 2024
Is Infant Baptism Biblical? (246)
Many Christian denominations teach infant baptism, including the Catholic Church in which I was raised. Is this a legitimate biblical tradition, or is it based on a misunderstanding of Scripture? Even if parents who do this a...
Nov. 5, 2024
A Prophetic Vision of America (245)
Years ago, after a month of very successful open-air gatherings in India, I pled with God to let me remain in that nation of over one billion people the rest of my life and devote myself to reaching precious Hindu, Jainist, S...
Oct. 29, 2024
3 Days of Spiritual Darkness and Deception (244)
Halloween, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day—Why do these three days qualify as times of “darkness and deception”? When did these traditions begin? What primary Catholic doctrines are inseparably connected to two of these day...
Oct. 22, 2024
"Divine Influence" or "Divine Essence"? (243)
Do all human beings have an external “divine influence” that can bring them to completion or an internal “divine essence” that needs to be awakened? The difference between these two perspectives is profound. Do we have a “Hig...
Oct. 15, 2024
7 Reasons I No Longer Believe In Purgatory (242)
In 1274 A.D., Purgatory was officially declared a doctrine of the Catholic Church. This netherworld location has been described as a place of flames, punishment, intolerable pain, and purification, before those subjected to i...
Oct. 1, 2024
Are All Religions Ok? Ask the Pope! (241)
At a recent interfaith gathering in Singapore, Pope Francis voiced some very controversial statements. Referencing Sikhs, Hindus, Muslims, and Christians, he insisted, “We are all sons and daughters of God.” He also maintaine...
Sept. 24, 2024
Is Everyone A Child Of God? (240)
Recently the pope spoke to an interfaith group of young people in Singapore and said, while mentioning Sikhs, Hindus, Muslims, and Christians, that we are all “the children of God.” Is that true? Or are there certain New Test...
Sept. 17, 2024
Why Do Believers Lift Their Hands in Worship? (239)
Lifting hands in worship is a biblical approach for worshiping God in a passionate and heartfelt way. Unknown to most people, there are 10 specific reasons, symbolic, prophetic, and spiritual, given in Scripture for this sacr...
Sept. 10, 2024
Salvation in World Religions (238)
What is the solution to our spiritual problem as human beings? Do we need salvation, as Christianity teaches, liberation, as Hinduism teaches, enlightenment, as Buddhism teaches, or some other kind of spiritual awakening? Eve...
Sept. 3, 2024
HOLY COW! WHY SO SACRED IN HINDUISM? (237)
Why are cows considered sacred in Hinduism and even worshipfully venerated? What are they allowed to roam in the streets, fed sweets, and adorned with painted images and garlands of flowers? Why is even cow dung used in some ...
Aug. 27, 2024
“JUDGE NOT!” said Jesus. WHAT??? (236)
Jesus said, “Judge not that you be not judged” (Mt. 7:1) Did the Savior mean we should never offer an opinion challenging the doctrine or lifestyle choices of another person? Or is the correct interpretation much different? L...