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November 2009
November 19, 2009
Meet Patrick Klein whose ministry Vision Beyond Borders seeks to take the Scriptures into some of the world’s neediest regions. WORLD magazine editor Mindy Belz talks with us about President Obama’s recent trip to Asia; and Julie Roys examines the impact that the so-called prosperity gospel is having on the world.
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Featured Guests: Mindy Belz, Julie Roys with Cesar Lopes, Olugbenga Akinola, Youngki Kim, and Erwin Lutzer, Paul Butler with Bryan O'Neal, Marcus Johnson, and Dr. David Finkbeiner, Patrick Klein, Dr. John Fuder, HOUR 2, David Gibbs, Jr., Christopher Morgan, Tracy Haney with Dr. Jeff Long, Dr. Harold Netland, Jamie Janosz, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 18, 2009
Is it possible that church “brands”—those things that we want people to know our churches for—are beginning to overshadow the cross? We’ll discuss it with Park Community Church’s J.R. Kerr. We'll continue our conversation with John Fuder on developing a heart for the city; and Ira Stoll on the life of Samuel Adams.
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Featured Guests: Ira Stoll, Paul Butler with Bryan O'Neal, Marcus Johnson, and Dr. David Finkbeiner, JR Kerr, Dr. John Fuder, HOUR 2, Carl Moeller, Steve Hewitt, Tracy Haney with Dr. Randy Carlson, Ace Collins, Dr. Rosalie de Rosset, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 17, 2009
Dr. Samuel Naaman has recently returned from a trip to his homeland of Pakistan, and he joins us today to talk about what he saw there. We have a conversation with former Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert. And Emir Caner discusses the critical differences between Christianity and Islam.
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Featured Guests: Dennis Hastert, Dr. Samuel Naaman, Jasper Lukose with Vishnu, Damon Schroeder, and Chris McElwee, Emir Caner, Dr. John Fuder, HOUR 2, Ken Frenke, Tracy Haney with Dr. Paul Nyquist, Dr. John Fuder, Vance Henry, Milton Massie, Diane Latiker, and Ed Peecher, Paul Butler with Wendy Wright and Randy O'Brannon, Rick McKinley, Don Cole, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 16, 2009
How much do you understand about the critical differences between Christianity and Islam? Dr. Emir Caner, co-author of The Truth About Islam and Jesus, joins us to discuss this topic. We begin a week-long conversation with Dr. John Fuder on developing a heart for the city. Plus, Daniel Levitin helps us understand what happens to the brain when we listen to music.
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Featured Guests: Dr. David Stevens, M.D., John Rogers with John Ambra and Bob Brown, Tracy Haney with Paul Coughlin, Emir Caner, Dr. John Fuder, HOUR 2, Daniel Levitin, Dick Papworth, Paul Butler with Beth Chilcoat, Dr. John Koessler, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 13, 2009
What happens when the so-called prosperity gospel is preached in Africa? We’ll discuss it with Christianity Today’s David Neff. Our conversation concludes with Dinesh D’Souza as we consider evidence for life after death. And Steve Canfield talks about spiritual awakening among Christians.
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Featured Guests: David Neff, Jimmy DeYoung, Tracy Haney with Kathy Koch, Steve Canfield, Dinesh D'Souza, HOUR 2, Dr. Paul Maier, John Lennox, Paul Butler with Rev. Dan Willis, Rev. Tom Eggebeen, and Dr. John Koessler, Jon Gauger, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 12, 2009
On this Thursday's edition, we continue our week-long conversation with Dinesh D’Souza on the evidence for life after death. Should juveniles convicted of serious crimes be exempt from life sentences without parole? Attorney David Gibbs, III joins us to talk about this. Plus, a conversation with Daniel Henderson on worship and revival.
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Featured Guests: Mindy Belz, David Gibbs, III, Paul Butler with Dr. Edgar Andrew, Daniel Henderson, Dinesh D'Souza, HOUR 2, Peter Greer, Tracy Haney with Franklin Graham, John Lennox, Betsey Newenhuyse, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 11, 2009
Todd Nettleton of Voice of the Martyrs joins us to discuss pressure against a church in Tehran. Sammy Tippit talks about the relationship between revival and evangelism. Plus, a conversation with Bob Creson on Wycliffe's annual day of prayer.
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Featured Guests: Todd Nettleton, Bob Creson, Tracy Haney with Gary Haugen, Sammy Tippit, Dinesh D'Souza, HOUR 2, Steve Hewitt, Daniel Chookaszian, Paul Butler with Rev. Anthony J. Carter, Sergey Rakhuba, Dr. Rosalie de Rosset, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 10, 2009
On this Tuesday's edition, we take a fresh look at Dietrich Bonhoeffer—his times, his faith, and his work. David Bryant joins us to talk about Christ-centered revival; and more of our conversation with Dinesh D’Souza on the evidence for life after death.
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Featured Guests: Cherie Harder, Paul Butler with Janet Morana, Dr. Vince Rue, Amy Sobie, and Paula Talley, David Bryant, Dinesh D'Souza, HOUR 2, Greg Yoder, Dr. Harold Best, Tracy Haney with Pastor Terry Crist, Sergey Rakhuba, Dr. Bryan Litfin, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 9, 2009
The U.S. House has passed its version of a health care bill and now it’s on to the Senate. We’ll talk with the CEO of the Christian Medical and Dental Associations, Dr. David Stevens. Thomas C. Reed joins us to discuss the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. And we begin a week-long conversation with Dinesh D’Souza on the evidence for life after death.
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Featured Guests: Dr. David Stevens, MD, Thomas C. Reed, Tracy Haney with Jim Burns, Byron Paulus, Dinesh D'Souza, HOUR 2, Dr. Philip Ryken, Paul Butler with Morgan Jackson, Mark Bergin, Dr. John Koessler, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 6, 2009
The tragic shooting yesterday at Fort Hood raises important questions. We’ll talk about some of them with our National Security and Foreign Affairs Analyst Colonel Bob Maginnis. Our conversation concludes with Michael Horton as we talk further about good news people in a bad news world; and a discussion with Ligon Duncan on God's grace and our suffering.
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Featured Guests: Col. Bob Maginnis, Dr. Ligon Duncan, III, Tracy Haney with Manuel Luz, Ted Olsen, Michael Horton, HOUR 2, James Ford, Paul Butler with Tim Hawkins, Jimmy DeYoung, Jon Gauger, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 5, 2009
The Psalms have been called the hymn book of Israel, and they have been the comfort of God’s people for thousands of years. Kathleen Buswell Nielson discusses this portion of the Old Testament with us. Dr. Lanier Burns talks about the presence of God with His people; and more with Michael Horton on being good news people in a bad news world.
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Featured Guests: Dr. Lanier Burns, Paul Butler with Gary Brady, JR Kerr, Michael Horton, HOUR 2, David Gibbs, III, Dr. Kathleen Buswell Nielson, Tracy Haney with Paul Carden and Torrey Olsen, David Rock, Jamie Janosz, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 4, 2009
Today marks the 30th anniversary of the beginning of the Iran hostage crisis. We’ll discuss it with Michael Ledeen of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. Dr. John MacArthur talks with us about the Gospel of Luke. And Carl Moeller joins us to talk about the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church.
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Featured Guests: Michael Ledeen, Carl Moeller, Tracy Haney with Harry Gandia and Todd Sinelli, Steve Hewitt, Michael Horton, HOUR 2, John MacArthur, Paul Butler with Gary Bates, Ted Kluck, Dr. Rosalie de Rosset, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 3, 2009
It’s an off-year for major political elections. But there are a handful of states with significant voting going on today. We’ll talk about them with PROBE’s Kerby Anderson. Michael Horton is with us again to talk about being good news people in a bad news world. And pastor Colin Smith helps us understand guilt—false and real.
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Featured Guests: Kerby Anderson, Tyler Wigg-Stevenson, Paul Butler with Rev. Phillip Jensen, Colin Smith, Michael Horton, HOUR 2, Greg Clugston, Ken Frenke, Tracy Haney with Julianne Slattery, Dr. Den Trumball, Kendra Smiley, Susan Schmidt, and Janice Petty, Ted Kluck, Don Cole, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
November 2, 2009
Now that Afghanistan’s Karzai is officially named president, what will the U.S. relationship with him and his country be? We’ll discuss this with Dr. Walid Phares. Dennis Rainey encourages you to think about adoption as we look ahead to Orphan Sunday. And Michael Horton talks about being good news people in a bad news world.
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Featured Guests: Walid Phares, Dennis Rainey, Tracy Haney with Ron Hall, Donald Hall, Michael Horton, HOUR 2, Dr. Miroslav Volf, Paul Butler with Steve Beverly, Dr. David Stevens, M.D., Dr. John Koessler, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 2009
October 30, 2009
Tomorrow marks the 492nd anniversary of Martin Luther’s posting of the 95 Theses, an event usually associated with the beginning of the Protestant Reformation. We’ll talk about this pivotal moment in history with historian Dr. Paul Maier. Dr. D.A. Carson discusses the difficult doctrine of the love of God; and Mark Mittelberg talks about helping friends find their way to Christ.
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Featured Guests: Dr. Paul Maier, Jimmy DeYoung, Mark Mittelberg, Dr. David Jeremiah, HOUR 2, D.A. Carson, Paul Butler with Greg Quiggle, David Gibbs, III, Jon Gauger, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 29, 2009
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has unveiled a new health care plan. We’ll talk about it with WORLD magazine editor Mindy Belz. Jesse Rice discusses how the "hyperconnected" are redefining community. And we’ll talk with Ed Dobson who took a year and tried to live as Jesus lived.
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Featured Guests: Mindy Belz, Dr. Ed Dobson, Tracy Haney with Jill Rigby, Jesse Rice, Dr. David Jeremiah, HOUR 2, Dr. Samuel Naaman, Dr. Vern Poythress, Paul Butler with Thomas L. Brejcha and Eric Scheidler, Richard Phillips, Betsey Newenhuyse, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 28, 2009
Have you ever considered the importance of language and words from a Christian point of view? We discuss that topic with Dr. Vern Poythress. As we approach the commemoration of Luther’s posting of the 95 Theses, Paul Butler examines the life of another reformer. Plus, we talk about computers and technology with Steve Hewitt.
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Featured Guests: Col. Bob Maginnis, Paul Butler with Dr. Grant Horner, Phil Fleischman with Stephanie Munholland and Amber Taylor, Roger Parrott, Dr. David Jeremiah, HOUR 2, Todd Nettleton, Dr. Vern Poythress, Tracy Haney with Dillon Burroughs and Marla Alupaicei, Steve Hewitt, Jamie Janosz, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 27, 2009
It may seem like a contradiction, but there are those who say they don’t believe in God, but they can see the value of religion. We’ll discuss this conundrum with PROBE’s Kerby Anderson. Gordon-Conwell Seminary president Dr. Dennis Hollinger talks about the evangelical church and its relation to culture; and pastor Colin Smith says that there is a way to look at your past sins in a redemptive light.
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Featured Guests: Kerby Anderson, Ken Frenke, Tracy Haney with Bill Perkins, Colin Smith, Dr. David Jeremiah, HOUR 2, Pat Nolan, Paul Butler with Michelle Miller, Phil Fleischman with Hillary Clinton, Michael Posner, and Knox Thames, Dr. Dennis Hollinger, Dr. Bryan Litfin, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 26, 2009
How can a Christian live confidently in a world of chaos? We’ll begin a week-long conversation with Dr. David Jeremiah. Manuel Luz talks about discovering your unique role as a Christian artist. And Tracy Haney talks with Brian Haynes about building a spiritual legacy for the next generation.
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Featured Guests:: Sergey Rakhuba, Tracy Haney with Brian Haynes, Phil Fleischman with Patrick Trueman and Janice Crouse, Miriam Neff, Dr. David Jeremiah, HOUR 2, Manuel Luz, Paul Butler with Tony Payne and Dr. Gerald Peterman, Dr. David Stevens, M.D., Dr. John Koessler, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 23, 2009
Freedom and slavery—we usually think of those two words as contrasts. But Michael Card reminds us of the Biblical concept of slavery to Christ. Joseph D’Souza talks about the Dalit Freedom Network and their ministry to outcasts in India And we’ll conclude our conversation with Josh Moody as we discuss finding God without losing your mind.
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Featured Guests: Michael Card, Paul Butler with Dr. Joseph Stowell, Dr. Charles Ryrie, Dr. Jerry Jenkins, and Dr. Paul Nyquist, Dr. Joseph D'souza, Josh Moody, HOUR 2, Jimmy DeYoung, Ted Olsen, Tracy Haney with Dr. Al Mohler, Dr. Paul Copan, Jon Gauger, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 22, 2009
On this Thursday's edition, Tim Keller joins us to talk about the lure of counterfeit gods and the power of Christ to dethrone them. We continue our conversation with Josh Moody on finding God without losing your mind; and Stephen Smallman shares insights from his book The Walk: Steps for New and Renewed Followers of Jesus.
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Featured Guests: Tim Keller, Tracy Haney with Dr. Bill Maier, Stephen Smallman, Josh Moody, HOUR 2, David Gibbs, III, Julie Roys with Kris and Trudy Kuester, Paul Butler with John W. Mauck, Gordon MacDonald, Jamie Janosz, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 21, 2009
Does the phrase moral therapeutic Deism mean anything to you? We’ll talk with the man who coined the phrase, Dr. Christian Smith. Our conversation with Dr. Josh Moody continues as we discuss finding God without losing your mind. And it’s our weekly visit with Steve Hewitt on computers and technology.
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Featured Guests: Dr. Christian Smith, Randall J. Gruendyke, Paul Butler with Dr. Cky Carrigan and Dr. Ron Rhodes, Steve Hewitt, Josh Moody, HOUR 2, Carl Moeller, Tracy Haney with Dr. Dan Spader, Mark Gold, and Various Student Voices, Phil Fleischman with Patrick G. Forrester, Gordon MacDonald, Dr. Rosalie de Rosset, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 20, 2009
The Taliban has issued a warning to Christian leaders in Pakistan. We’ll talk about it with Dr. Samuel Naaman. We continue our conversation with Dr. Josh Moody on finding God without losing your mind; and Pastor Colin Smith talks about a proper understanding of the Law for Christians.
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Featured Guests: Dr. Samuel Naaman, Dave Mitchell, Phil Fleischman with Bryan Kemper and Timmerie Millington, Colin Smith, Josh Moody, HOUR 2, Ken Frenke, Paul Butler with Col. John Eidsmoe and Mathew Staver, Tracy Haney with Dr. Robert Kellemen and Susan Ellis, Mark Galli, Don Cole, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 19, 2009
Human trafficking has become an all-too-prevalent issue in today’s world. We’ll talk today with a one man who is concerned enough to try to do something about it. Christianity Today editor Mark Galli joins us today to discuss the primacy of grace; and we begin a week long conversation with Dr. Josh Moody on finding God without losing your mind.
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Featured Guests: Steve Chalke, Phil Fleischman with Emily Jarvis and Irv Levy, Tracy Haney with Dr. Mary Nelson, Dr. David Stevens, M.D., Josh Moody, HOUR 2, Wayne Cordeiro, Paul Butler with Rev. Phillip Jensen, Tony Payne, and David Helm, Mark Galli, Dr. John Koessler, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 16, 2009
On today's program, how are current cultural trends reshaping Christian communities? We’ll have the conclusion of our week-long conversation with Dr. Eddie Gibbs, a discussion with Dr. Timothy Tennent on the Theology in the context of global Christianity and finally we will be talking about how we can stand up for orphans across America.
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Featured: Jimmy DeYoung, Ted Olsen, Paul Butler with David Hall, Sarah Harbert, Candy Gibson, Nathan Davenport, Tom Howard & David Davis, Jedd Medefind, Eddie Gibbs, HOUR 2, Dr. Timothy Tennent, Phil Fleischman with Franklin Graham & Ken Isaacs, Dr. Timothy Paul Jones, Jon Gauger, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 15, 2009
On today’s program, WORLD magazine reporter Lee Pitts takes a look at what may be next for health care legislation. Crossway Publisher’s Geoff Dennis with some ideas for reaching out with the Gospel at Christmas. And the story of Mels Carbonell—son of a spy and child of God. 
Featured: Lee Pitts, Tracy Haney with Dr. Mels Carbonell, Amy Rios with Marie Barlow Martin and Leslie Vernick, Geoff Dennis, Eddie Gibbs, Hour 2, David Gibbs, III, Dr. Meg Meeker, Paul Butler with Dr. Quentin Schultze and Dr. Rosalie de Rosset, Dr. Timothy Paul Jones, Betsey Newenhuyse, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 14, 2009
On today's program, Voice of the Martyrs’, Todd Nettleton, gives us an update on the persecuted Church and Paul Butler takes a look at why American children are still underperforming in mathematics. Finally, Christians and the care of creation, a conversation with Rusty Pritchard of Flourish. 
Featured: Todd Nettleton, Paul Butler with Steve Demme, Amy Rios with Marie Barlow Martin and Leslie Vernick, Steve Hewitt, Eddie Gibbs, HOUR 2, Rusty Pritchard, Wendy Blight and Dr. Jeff Barrows, Gary Thomas, Jamie Janosz, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 13, 2009
On today’s program, the Senate Finance Committee has passed an 829-billion dollar health care bill. We’ll talk with Probe’s Kerby Anderson about what is in the bill, and what is next. Pastor Colin Smith discusses the dangers of wandering from the truth. And Gary Thomas encourages you to affirm God’s good gifts…and feel good about it! 
Featured: Kerby Anderson, Tracy Haney with Dr. Taffy Anderson & Linda Pankratz, Paul Butler with James McDonald, Bernie Beall, Doug Phillips, Dr. Michael Smith, Colin Smith, Eddie Gibbs, Hour 2 , Col. Bob Maginnis, Ken Frenke, Phil Fleischman with Mark Earley & Raeanne Hance, Gary Thomas, Dr. Bryan Litfin, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 12, 2009
On today's program, last week the U-S House voted to extend the definition hate crime to include matters of sexual orientation. We’ll explore the implications with National Religious Broadcasters General Counsel Craig Parshall. Eddie Gibbs talks with us about how cultural megatrends are reshaping Christian communities. And Dr. Rodney Stark on the case for the Crusades. 
Featured: Craig Parshall, Phil Fleischman with June Hunt, Tracy Haney with Theodore Asare, Dr. Don Wilton, Eddie Gibbs, Hour 2, Dr. Rodney Stark, Paul Butler with Dr. Donald DeYoung, Dr. David Stevens, Dr. John Koessler, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley
October 9, 2009
On today's program, President Barack Obama has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Paul Butler takes a look at what was for many a surprising announcement. The National Association of Evangelicals has approved a resolution supporting comprehensive immigration reform. We’ll talk with the NAE’s president Leith Anderson. And Melinda Myers helps us with some fall gardening tips. 
Featured: Leith Anderson, Steve Corbett & Brian Fikkert, Phil Fleischman with Chad Karger & Patrick Wimberly, Paul Butler with Greg Clugston & Dr. Marvin Olasky, Randy Alcorn, Hour 2, Mark Galli, Julie Roys with Paul Jorden, Kerry Shook, Terrill Mitchell, Terri Lynn McDonough, Barbara Ann, & Jimmy, Tracy Haney with Soong-Chan Rah, Melinda Myers, Jon Gauger, The Word in Song with Donna Leland
Host: Greg Wheatley