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Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, examines the amount of evil that is evident in humanity. He looks at human trafficking, terrorist groups, online child exploitation, genocidal campaigns, organized crime, to murder and sexual assault rates. Dr. Hall argues that the dark side of humanity began in the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve sinned and corrupted humanity. The fairness of being corrupted by this original sin is explained as Dr. Hall reveals how all of humanity is organically connected to Adam as the head of the human race. Dr. Hall reminds the listeners that we do not have to remain mired in sin, that we can accept Jesus as Lord and Savior and have the Holy Spirit living in us. Can be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/93DRjiTIWnY  and heard on all podcast search engines.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, unravels the mysteries of prayer in this episode. He points out that barely 40% of Americans say they pray daily and that this number has been declining for several years. Prayer in its simplest form is a heartfelt relational conversation with God. Dr. Hall uses Scripture to define how prayer should be undertaken and some things this should not be done in prayer. The Bible promises that God hears, God cares, and God answers according to His wisdom and timing. God wants us to talk to Him because He loves us and He has promised to hear us when we pray. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/ZbrEFIC0C

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, unravels the facts and underlying causes of the national epidemic of loneliness. He points out that it is not those over the age of 65 who are the loneliest, but the younger generations. The things that are contributing to loneliness in our society are reviewed. Three in five Americans say no one truly knows them. The US Surgeon General and the World Health Organization both point to the serious health consequences of loneliness. Dr. Hall analyzes how individuals are turning to artificial intelligence, chatbots, robots, and humanoids for companionship and even romantic relationships. The Bible teaches that these new technologies are nothing more than tools to be managed by humans. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/heoGCM5n

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, uses Labor Day to focus on the enormous achievement by American workers in building the Twin Towers – The World Trade Center. He then describes the massive cleanup that was necessary after Al Qaeda affiliated terrorists flew passenger jets into the Twin Towers causing them to collapse in less than 120 minutes. The massive cleanup is also described pointing that out that more than 91,000 people, including firefighters, police officers, city employees, federal workers, contractors and volunteers were involved and in less than a year this toxic pile of rubble was cleared – another great achievement of American workers. Dr. Hall then describes the deterioration of the American workforce that has resulted in massive vacancies among tradespeople. He suggests that this is reflection of the deterioration of the Protestant work ethic and the development of entitlement attitudes. Dr. Hall concludes this podcast suggesting that the growing problems in the American workforce can be overcome by returning to the Protestant work ethic. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/59ySSOJjfic.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, uses Scripture to point out that Jesus is not simply the Prince of Peace but a divisive figure both in families and throughout the world, despised by much of the human race. Jesus warned that his followers would be hated in the same way that the world hated him. Dr. Hall points out that lukewarm Christians, according to the Bible, make Jesus want to vomit. Some of the costs of discipleship in contemporary society are reviewed. Dr. Hall goes on to point out that Jesus warned us that our spiritual enemies may be in our families, that it might even be your spouse. Unequally yoked marriages are discussed at length with Dr. Hall recommending that spouses in these marriages need to rely on the leadership of God and the Holy Spirit to understand the right time to leave the unholy alliance of being unequally yoked in marriage. This is the time for Christians to be bold in their faith. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/wZ8RdhKGiKY

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, traces the growing acceptance of homosexuality in Christian churches. He spends time debunking the idea that people are born gay by pointing to scientific studies that dispel this notion. Dr. Hall reviews some of the arguments made by LGBTQ advocates attempting to prove the Bible supports homosexuality. Dr. Hall makes the point that God’s Word does not single out homosexuality but simply includes it in a whole list of heterosexual sins that plague mankind. It is stressed that God is ready to forgive and give us the strength to overcome temptations. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/U20WrZx--Rg.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, examines the rise in socialism in the United States. He focuses on the number of political candidates endorsed by the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and points out that there are now over 250 DSA members in local, state, and national offices. Dr. Hall enumerates the things that the DSA promotes and how they are the antithesis of Christian principles. Because of the sovereignty of God believers can take comfort in the fact that God is still in control. The rejection of the sovereignty of God and his existence going back to ancient times is explored. Dr. Hall   analyzes some of the key arguments that atheists use to refute the existence of God. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/pP3_u7auYxI.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, explores the increasing instances of persecution in the form of legal disputes, workplace discrimination, social ostracism and even violence against Christians in the United States. He outlines a litany of these forms of attacks on Christians that have been occurring in recent years. It is pointed out that Jesus warned us that his followers would be handed over to be persecuted and put to death and be hated by all nations because of him. Dr. Hall points out how Jesus and the first century Christians were treated by fellow Jews despite the hundreds of Old Testament prophecies that were fulfilled through the life of Jesus. Dr. Hall outlines what God expects from contemporary Christians in a culture or attacks on Christianity are increasing. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/IbXR71Y6DjQ.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, outlines the growing wealth gap between the wealth of the richest Americans and the rest of the population. He points out that the US is experiencing one of the widest wealth gaps in history and that it is increasing at an increasing rate. Dr. Hall discusses the reasons that people idolize the rich and famous and view them almost as they are some kind of gods. The consequences of this widening wealth In the United States are explained pointing to the fact that it increases the risk for political upheaval and revolution. Dr. Hall uses Scripture to outline how God expects us to view wealth and money. The podcast concludes as Dr. Hall points out that we should be voting people into office who have the courage to make changes that will impede this growing gap between the – haves– and the have-nots. And that we should heed the instructions of Jesus regarding the marginalized in our society. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/6_Rr0slChQw.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, examines the underlying cause of the majority of US adults having an unfavorable view of Israel, especially the fact that eight in 10 Democrats and Democratic leaning independents having a negative view of Israel. These anti-Israel views are also held by nonreligious secular US Jews. These views contribute to the growing anti-Semitism in the US. Dr. Hall discusses why Israel is strategically important to the US politically and militarily. It is pointed out that there is no greater voice in the anti-Israel, anti-sematic rhetoric then the popular podcaster Tucker Carlson. Dr. Hall reviews a litany of misinformation being promulgated in the Tucker Carlson podcasts. He points out how voices like Tucker Carlson are part of a spiritual war to legitimatize Israel. Dr. Hall uses Scripture to support the idea that the Jewish people still have the promises that God made to them in the Old Testament covenants. The podcast concludes by pointing out that Israel is an important ally of the United States and Jews continue to be God’s chosen people. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/CzHTBZK-H3o.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, uses the occasion of the unexpected death of long-term Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham to focus on what is necessary for salvation. He goes on to explain that once you have accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior that know no matter how far you stray, He will call you back. Dr. Hall discusses the things in our lives that we should put in order since we know that death is inevitable. He points out that there are a number of secular things that should be done including having a will which can be accomplished very inexpensively, and something that everyone over the age of 18 should have. The spiritual things that should be done to put your life in order are also discussed. Forgiveness, gratitude, appreciation, kindness, and compassion are critical exercises for getting your spiritual life in order. Dr. Hall closes the podcast describing how going to heaven is a joyful matter of going home for believers. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/32VAAD2xZ8E

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, discusses God’s omniscience, meaning that God knows everything in the past, present, and future. Dr. Hall explores what the Bible has to say about the omniscience of God. Dr. Hall exposes the tension between God’s omniscience and mankind’s free will to make choices. Several analogies are provided to explain how free will and God’s omniscience can exist at the same time. Dr. Hall uses quantum entanglement discovered by contemporary physicists to illustrate God’s invisible and unbreakable connection to mankind. Mankind’s ability to make choices is necessary to demonstrate love and obedience to God. And Dr. Hall makes the point that a choice that costs nothing proves nothing. Our obedience to God is only meaningful because we have the free will to do otherwise. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/T20gpjvsvj0

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, examines what polls are telling us about Americans’ lack of understanding of not only the history of Independence Day but why we celebrate this day. It has become clear that the majority of Americans do not understand how our form of democratic government works. He goes on to point out how patriotism in America has declined to the point that only 11% of Democrats believe that the United States is the greatest country in the world. Dr. Hall reviews the history of the Revolutionary War and the freedoms provided in our Constitution along with freedoms taken for granted. It is asserted that the Bible teaches Christians to be good citizens and obey governing authorities. In other words, Scripture demands that Christians exhibit patriotism and support for government because it was installed by God. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/IVa_x9ph-Q8.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, discusses mankind’s tendency to repeat the same sins. To those who think God has given up on them Dr. Hall explains how God is the God of second chances. He uses the story of Job as a powerful testament to redemption and grace, God providing a second chance. Dr. Hall points to other biblical characters who exemplify the fact that God is a God of second chances. But it is pointed out that God is not the God of second chances to everybody in the world. Dr. Hall gives biblical examples of individuals who are not given a second chance and then outlines the criteria that would qualify you to be in the group given second chances. Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/_9ZfxN74rwQ.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, addresses the question of why church attendance in the US has plummeted and what has led to churches losing their voice in the culture of America. Dr. Hall reviews a litany of things in US culture that reflect a moral decline. As he addresses these things he repeatedly asks the question, “Who’s fault,Him is it?” He points out that more and more thoughtful commentators say the fault lies with the churches of America. Many of the cultural shifts in America that have led to churches losing their cultural traction are reviewed and analyzed. It is pointed out that some do not blame religious leaders for the failures of their churches and the retreat from American life but see those changes as a slow cumulative cultural shift. Others, including Dr. Hall, blame church leaders for much of the moral decline in America. The podcast concludes with Dr. Hall adamantly stating, “The future for the Christian church and believers is not hopeless. The time has come for the church’s light to shine again.” Can be heard on all podcast search engines and viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/O5ZqoGZg9oI