The Unreasonable New Age
Date: May 12, 2008
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: If we apply a little thought to the philosophy of the new age, we'll find that it will not stand up under minimal scrutiny. The ideas in the new age do not agree with logical thinking, natural experience or Christian doctrine. It's fiction, not fact.
Another New Age by Tolle
Date: May 3, 2008
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: The New Age is growing bigger. With the assistance of Oprah Winfrey, Echkart Tolle's 'The Power of Now' and 'New Earth' are selling like mad. It sounds great, it even sounds Christian, but it isn't even close.
Monkeys are Dumb
Date: April 18, 2008
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: We can be confident and certain the Bible is true and correct from beginning to end. There is a lot of opposition to the idea of creation, and many Christians make allowances for the possibility of evolution. This is not necessary because even the account of creation is reasonable and rational.
Believe it or Not (pt. 2 )
Date: March 31, 2008
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: How does the Bible stand up against other books of antiquity, and how does it stand up to the ultimate test of our age, science? Join us as we find that the Bible turns out to be the most reliable source of wisdom and truth ever given.
Believe it or Not (pt. 1)
Date: March 17, 2008
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: Is the Bible the real word of God? Is it believable, reliable, trustworthy? Can we be confident in it's accuracy and truthfulness? Most certainly we can. There are many reasons the Bible can be held far above other religious and philosophical writings, and we will begin to explore those reasons in the next episode of New Life.
What the Heaven! (pt. 2)
Date: February 25, 2008
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: Would a good God actually send people to hell? It doesn't seem right. It doesn't seem like even the idea of hell will fit in with the Christian teaching of love and forgiveness. Shouldn't we just eliminate hell from our doctrine? After all, 'turn or burn' is offensive.
What the Heaven! (pt. 1)
Date: February 19, 2008
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: Heaven is an awesome goal, but is it too awesome. Sometimes it seems madeup or too good to be true. Is it really important to understand the reality of heaven? Let's find out.
Can I Loose It?
Date: February 11, 2008
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: This podcast covers a couple subjects, most importantly the subject of loosing salvation. Can we lose our salvation? Should we live in fear of our salvation being revoked, or do we have an assurance of salvation?
New Testament
Date: January 28, 2008
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: The new covenant. Finally we can have a restored relationship with God. The old covenant was not complete and did not accomplish the desired results. God has taken all the steps for us, now we just have to believe.
Simply Wisdom
Date: January 21, 2008
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: From poetry to stories, from songs to maxims, God's wisdom is given in these five books of the Old Testament. Here we find some of the most widely used and understood Scriptures in the entire Bible. The human condition is exposed and we can identify with the truth that is portrayed.
Prayer
Date: January 14, 2008
Speaker: Jeff Austin
Description: Praying... It’s really a lot simpler than you think. Prayer is just talking with God. Jeff Austin, our special guest, shares with us a bit about praying.
Time of Kings
Date: January 7, 2008
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: It's time for a king to rule Israel. Some are good, some are bad. Eventually they all fail, and Israel is destroyed.
Bible 202
Date: December 31, 2007
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: Got stupid mistakes? So does Israel. From Mt. Sinai to the land of Canaan, Israel continually rebels against God and their new found covenant. Will this new nation last?
Bible 101
Date: December 26, 2007
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: The bible is a fantastic book, different from every other writing in history. It's primary attraction is that it holds the truth and hope of humanity. It is here we find what God wants from us and what He has for us.
Who's this Spirit?
Date: December 17, 2007
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: Casper the friendly ghost or Luke's 'Force'? Mysterious energy field, ethereal being or personal friend? The Holy spirit is overlooked, ignored and misunderstood. He's personal, active and a key in any relationship with God.
Who is Christ? (pt. 2)
Date: December 10, 2007
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: Jesus has the authority and the power to forgive and save. We can have confidence in His strength. He is trustworthy.
Who is Christ? (pt. 1)
Date: December 3, 2007
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: Jesus has the authority and the power to forgive and save. We can have confidence in His strength. He is trustworthy.
Salvation
Date: November 26, 2007
Speaker: Mike Hoffman
Description: For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith - and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God. Could it be so simple?