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This podcast features content from Discern Magazine. In a world that can be complex and discouraging, it’s refreshing to find thoughtful, practical answers to the questions that affect you. We are dedicated to giving you meaningful insights that are relevant to your life now and that can give you solid hope for your future.
Episodes
DiscernEpisode 92: What Is the Real Meaning of the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus?
Written and presented by Erik Jones The parable of Lazarus and the rich man can seem to tell of men going to heaven and hell after death. But is that the real…
DiscernEpisode 91: The Inescapable Power of Influence
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier The Bible has a lot to say about the power of influence. What can we do to avoid being negatively influenced and to…
DiscernEpisode 90: Trade Dispute Turns Into a Diplomatic Brawl
Written by Neal Hogberg and read by Clyde Kilough Increasing provocations, tariffs and economic muscle-flexing have relations between Australia and China in a…
DiscernEpisode 89: Family Influence How to Provide Sound Family Leadership
Written by David Treybig and presented by Jeremy Lallier How much influence do you have in your family? The examples of Rahab and Achan provide timeless…
DiscernEpisode 88: Live Long and Prosper
Written by Jason Hyde and presented by David Hicks It was designed as an alien greeting, but it expresses a deeply human desire. It’s a wish God desires to…
DiscernEpisode 87: Is Your Faith Misplaced?
Written by Bill Palmer and presented by Kevin Scarbrough Does faith mean we believe that God will answer our prayers exactly as we asked? Or does faith in God…
DiscernEpisode 86: Is Back to Normal Good?
Written by James Capo and presented by Erik Jones After the COVID-19 crisis, many look forward to life returning to normal. But what will the “new normal” look…
DiscernEpisode 85: A World Adrift With No Moral Compass
Written by Mike Bennett and presented by Clyde Kilough Morals and values are in flux today. Opinions about what is right and wrong divide nations and…
DiscernEpisode 84: How to Stop Phone Addiction
Written by Isaac Khalil and presented by Clyde Kilough Modern smartphones have nearly unlimited uses—some very positive. But many people are becoming addicted…
DiscernEpisode 83: Never Give Up
Written by Becky Sweat and presented by Hailey Willoughby Kids need to learn to persevere, not only so they can succeed in school now, but to ready them for…
DiscernEpisode 82: On What Rock Did Christ Build His Church?
Written and presented by Erik Jones A major denomination claims its authority on the premise that Jesus founded His Church on Peter. But did “on this rock I…
DiscernEpisode 81: Lessons From the Parable of the 10 Virgins
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier What lesson was Jesus Christ communicating in the parable of the five wise and five foolish virgins? How can we be sure…
DiscernEpisode 80: The Love of the Truth
Written and presented by Mike Bennett Paul warned about the Antichrist, lying wonders and unrighteous deception. But there is a powerful antidote: “the love of…
DiscernEpisode 79: Before You Can Have True Repentance
Written Bill Palmer and presented by Erik Jones Job was a unique, blameless man facing extraordinary trials. But does the book of Job reveal a lesson about…
DiscernEpisode 78: The Story of Cain and Abel
Written by David Treybig and presented by Clyde Kilough Why study the first murder? The story of Cain and Abel sheds light on the trouble we have getting…
DiscernEpisode 77: What Is the Purpose of the Church?
Written and presented by Jim Franks The Church that Jesus built was founded on the Day of Pentecost, almost 2,000 years ago. Does this Church still exist? If…
DiscernEpisode 76: What Did Jesus Say About Money?
Written and presented by Erik Jones Did Jesus have much to say on the topic of finances? What was Jesus’ teaching on money and possessions? Were any of His…
DiscernEpisode 76: “Examine Yourselves”: What Does It Mean to Be Disqualified?
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier Paul told Christians to examine themselves before the New Testament Passover. How should we interpret his warnings…
DiscernEpisode 75: Abraham Accords
Written by Neal Hogberg and presented by Clyde Kilough The stalemate in the Arab-Israeli peace process has been broken by a chain of peace declarations between…
DiscernEpisode 75: The Sinner’s Prayer
Written by David Treybig and presented by Clyde Kilough What kind of prayer is the sinner’s prayer? Do you need to pray it? If so, where are examples of…
DiscernEpisode 74: “Not Willing That Any Should Perish”
Written and presented by David Hicks People struggle to find a clear answer to the question, “Is there hope for me?” Thankfully, there is hope. God says He is…
DiscernEpisode 73: Citizens of Heaven Under Governments of Men—Three Principles to Live By
Written and presented by Clyde Kilough Christians are to be in the world, but not of the world, balancing their primary allegiance to God with their secondary…
DiscernEpisode 72: What Christians Need to Understand About Mental Health
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier Poor mental health and mental illness can feel like a shameful, personal failing. Why? What is mental illness, and how…
DiscernEpisode 71: How to Read the Bible
Written and presented by Erik Jones The Bible is God’s Word, full of life-changing truths. But it’s of little value if we don’t use it. Here’s how to gain more…
DiscernEpisode 70: The Sermon Within the Olivet Prophecy
Written and presented by Erik Jones Though Jesus’ Olivet Discourse seems primarily about prophetic events, embedded within its prophecies are spiritual lessons…
DiscernEpisode 69: 3 Valuable Ways Elderly Christians Can Serve Their Congregations
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier Old age has its challenges. The way we serve may have to change, but God has some special assignments uniquely suited…
DiscernEpisode 68: Praying for Leaders
Written by Mike Bennett and presented by Clyde Kilough When God says we should be praying for leaders, does He mean the good ones? Or all leaders, good and…
DiscernEpisode 67: How to Honor God
Written by Becky Sweat and presented by Becky Bennett What does it mean to “do all to the glory of God”? How can we give glory to God? Here are 10 practical…
DiscernEpisode 66: The Camera Always Lies
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier Many say the camera doesn’t lie—but cameras are more misleading than you might realize. (A lesson about the God who…
DiscernEpisode 65: Pursuing Peace: UN 75th Anniversary Assessment
Written and presented by Clyde Kilough As the UN recently turned 75, the challenges facing humanity led to somewhat subdued celebrations. What are the…
DiscernEpisode 64: What Are You Passionate About?
Written by Tom Clark and presented by Erik Jones History and the Bible give us examples of zeal and passion. Are we passionate about the most important things?…
DiscernEpisode 63: How to Overcome Fear
written and presented by Joel Meeker There’s much to fear in today’s world. Our worries can easily spin out of control. Here’s how to overcome fear and live…
DiscernEpisode 62: What Happens After Jesus Returns?
Written and presented by Erik Jones Jesus is returning to earth, but what happens afterward? Will He stay or go back to heaven? What did Jesus say in the…
DiscernEpisode 61: What It Really Means to Pray, “Thy Will Be Done”
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier Why did Jesus include “Thy will be done” in the model prayer that He gave the disciples? What exactly are we praying…
DiscernEpisode 60: The Future of Christianity in Europe
Written by Neil Hogberg and presented by Clyde Kilough In the context of the historic struggle between Islam and Christianity, it seems European Christianity…
DiscernEpisode 59: 5 Ways to Refresh Yourself When You Don’t Have Time
Written by Becky Sweat and presented by Emily Everman Life can be hectic and harried. Here are five ways to refresh yourself and make time to recharge and…
DiscernEpisode 58: God’s Sabbath Rest: A Day of Refreshing
Written by David Treybig and presented by Clyde Kilough Observing God’s holy Sabbath day can help us regain energy, refocus spiritually and be encouraged by…
DiscernEpisode 57: What Can We Learn From Daniel’s Passionate Prayer?
Written by Bill Palmer and presented by Erik Jones Daniel 9 contains one of the most passionate prayers in the Bible. What can we learn from Daniel’s prayer of…
DiscernEpisode 56: Giving the Benefit of the Doubt
Written and presented by Mike Bennett It’s easy to believe the worst about others. But we don’t know people’s hearts. What does the Bible advise about giving…
DiscernEpisode 55: Seven Keys to Coping With the Trials and Tribulations of Life
Written and presented by Clyde Kilough Sometimes life is tough! In troubling times we often turn to God, but do we pray for the things that will help us cope?…
DiscernEpisode 54: Historical Background of the New Testament Resources
Written by Bill Palmer and David Johnson and presented by Clyde Kilough Here are reviews of some resources that give helpful background information about the…
DiscernEpisode 53: Combating Confusion About Jesus’ Second Coming
Written and presented by Erik Jones The Bible says Jesus will return. But many are confused about how He will return. He predicted this and told us what we…
DiscernEpisode 52: What Does It Mean to Turn the Other Cheek?
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier One of the hardest things Christians are called to do is turn the other cheek. Yet it’s what God expects us to learn to…
DiscernEpisode 51: Are You a Christian or a Disciple?
Written and presented by David Hicks The label Christian is given generously, but being known as a disciple is rare. What’s the difference? What do these words…
DiscernEpisode 50: Will There Be Another World War?
Written by by M. Noland Morris and presented by Erik Jones In the 75 years since World War II, have we learned how to avoid another world war? Or are we headed…
DiscernEpisode 49: What Is the Meaning of the Seventh Trumpet?
Written by David Treybig and presented by Clyde Kilough The Bible speaks of a seventh trumpet that will sound before Jesus Christ’s return to earth. What does…
DiscernEpisode 48: 7 Ways to Stay Positive When Life Disappoints
Written by Becky Sweat and presented by Emily Everman When things go wrong, when plans fail and people let us down, how can we deal with disappointment? Here…
DiscernEpisode 47: Prejudice: Why It Exists and How It Will End
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier Bigotry mars the pages of history, and it’s still alive and well today. But God calls us to rise above prejudice and…
DiscernEpisode 46: How Will Christians Be Protected From the Great Tribulation?
Written and presented by Erik Jones Jesus warned His people to flee when the abomination of desolation occurs. Why are they to flee? Was Jesus describing the…
DiscernEpisode 44: Debriefing: Preparing for a Spiritual Crisis
Written and presented by David Johnson The coronavirus crisis has transformed our world. What will we learn about how to prepare for future crises—especially…
DiscernEpisode 43: Finding Peace of Mind
Written and presented by Mike Bennett In a world of turmoil, with crisis after crisis, stress and anxiety thrive. How can we find peace of mind when life seems…
DiscernEpisode 42: How Has the Coronavirus Changed You?
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has changed the world in many ways. But how has it changed you? And how long will…
DiscernEpisode 41: Today’s Most Common Parenting Fails (and How to Avoid Them)
Written by Becky Sweat and presented by Emily Everman Bad parenting is easy to fall into, but understanding five common parenting fails can help. These…
DiscernEpisode 40: All of a Sudden: A Lesson About Coronavirus and Prophecy
Written and presented by Clyde Kilough An important lesson of prophecy is often overlooked. The coronavirus pandemic is a reminder of why we must be…
DiscernEpisode 39: This Gospel Will Be Preached
Written and presented by Erik Jones Jesus prophesied in Matthew 24:14 that His Church will be preaching the gospel to the whole world in the end times. Is this…
DiscernEpisode 38: 6 Biblical Ways to Disagree Without Being Disagreeable
Written by Becky Sweat and presented by Becky Bennett Differing viewpoints often lead to arguments—but they don’t have to and shouldn’t. The Bible offers…
DiscernEpisode 37: How to Help a Suicidal Friend
Written and presented by Kelly Cunningham Years ago, a close friend was extremely depressed and contemplating suicide. An experience we shared during his…
DiscernEpisode 36: Is Your Name in the Book of Life?
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier The Bible has a lot to say about those who won’t be in the Book of Life or the Kingdom of God. Does that include you?…
DiscernEpisode 35: Is Coronavirus an End-Time Plague?
Written and presented by Mike Bennett The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted our world and sown fear and panic. Is it one of the end-time plagues? When will…
DiscernEpisode 33:Bring Every Thought Into Captivity
Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier You can’t always control what thoughts enter your mind, but you can do something about them at that point. Here’s how…