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The official podcast of the television program Viewpoint with Bob Placie. Bob talks with guests to find out their viewpoint on a variety of issues regarding the Bible and how it is relevant to today's culture. This program is designed for people who have questions about Christianity and the Bible. P…

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    • Jan 2, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
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    Latest episodes from VIEWPOINT with Bob Placie

    Does Prophecy get a bad wrap?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2023 28:31


    Why is prophecy in the Bible often overlooked by many as something only “experts” can understand? Bob speaks with Todd Hampson of the Prophecy Pros Podcast about his viewpoint on prophecy. Also, a Lima couple shares how their boxing outreach is making an impact on youth in the area.Support the show

    American Familia

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2022 28:31


    David Morales was born in Puerto Rico and later came to America with his parents to the East Coast. He shares with Bob the struggles of growing up in poverty in a new culture with racism coming from all angles, including from his own Puerto Rican community. His new book America Familia, a memoir of perseverance shares his success as he became a follower of Christ and now wants to give help to those who now struggle with “lack” in today culture. Support the show

    What Does God Want?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 28:31


    A common question asked by everyone is “What does God want from us?”  Pastor Ed Malone is not only a Bible teacher, but he also raises cattle. He has a unique understanding of how the Bible was written in an agricultural time. He will share the three main words we need to understand that God wants us to know. Also, Marlin Miller will discuss why he is publishing a magazine about the plain values the Amish area of Ohio embraces. Support the show

    Enough is Enough

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2022 28:31


    Dr. David E. Clark Ph.D. is a licensed counselor who is an expert in dealing with marriages where one spouse is dealing with mental abuse and manipulative behavior from the other spouse. Bob speaks to him about his step-by-step plan for a spouse to leave an abusive relationship which God's help. His new book Enough is Enough is available through Moody Press. Support the show

    Christian values in decline/Special Needs Adoption

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 28:31


    According to Kerby Anderson's survey, 1 in 4 Christians no longer hold a Biblical worldview in their beliefs. The author and radio show host shares with Bob the alarming research and why the Church needs to get back to basics. Also, Marlin Miller and his wife Lisa share why they chose to adopt three special needs children and the challenges and blessings in their Northeast Ohio home.Support the show

    10 Best decsions for Single Moms | Ministring in the Workplace

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2022 28:31


    What are the ten best decisions that a single mom can make? Author, Peggy Sue Wells, shares what she learned with her family of seven who was left by their father. Plus, a Lima couple shares how they are invited to minister inside local businesses to employees. Aaron and Veronica McLaurine will share about Marketplace Ministry. #evangelism #bible #limaohio #singlemom #singelmomadviceSupport the show

    Meet Dare2Share founder Greg Stier

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 28:31


    Before Greg Stier founded the nationwide teen ministry Dare 2 Share, he grew up in a tough gang family in Denver. Greg shares how one person sharing Christ changed his whole family. Plus, Greg shares his thoughts on the challenges facing today's Christian youth, and he believes this generation can change the world.  #dare2share #evangelism #teens #cancelculture #christianitySupport the show

    Nick Slatten's Story part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 28:31


    In December 2020, Nick Slatten was pardoned by President Trump from a sentence of life in prison after serving with Blackwater Security in Iraq. Nick shares his story that while he was a pawn of the U.S. and Iraqi governments, he found Jesus Christ and believed that God would set him free, and did. Nick shares his incredible story in this second episode. He also shares how you can be a part of helping another soldier who is serving life in prison for defending his life against a terrorist.  Support the show

    Nick Slatten Exclusive Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 28:31


    In December 2020, Nick Slatten was pardoned by President Trump from a sentence of life in prison after serving with Blackwater Security in Iraq. Nick shares his story that while he was a pawn of the U.S. and Iraqi governments, he found Jesus Christ and believed that God would set him free, and did. Nick shares his incredible story in this special two-episode season premiere. Support the show

    Chasing Wonder with Ginger Stache

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2021 28:23


    Television Journalist and former WTLW host,  Ginger Stache who is part of Joyce Meyer Ministries, joins Bob to share about her upcoming book "Chasing Wonder". She shares that no matter where you are today in life, there are wonders out there that God wants you to soak in and share with others. You can order Ginger's book at GingerLStache.com and follow her at @gingerlstache on social media.Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Where's your identity & Why Bother with Church?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2021 28:31


    Bob speaks with Pastor/Author Cary Schmidt about how we have three options for where we find our identity. His book "Stop Trying" is available at https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Trying-Receive-Not-Achieve-Your-Identity/dp/0802419984And we also discuss how believers need to return to church after the pandemic with author/apologist Sam Allberry.Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Businessman shares secrets to success

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2021 28:22


    T.W. Lewis founded a multi-million dollar home building business in Arizona. He found something was missing in his life and after a scare with cancer-focused his foundation to educating young people on focusing on values and morals and using his wealth to help ministries in his hometown. His Book  "Solid Ground" go to: https://solidgroundbook.com/Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Starting a cancer ministry at your Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2021 28:22


    Percy McCray has been called to minister to people who are battling cancer. He believes every church should have a cancer ministry. He shares his viewpoint as well as how his own encounter with cancer improved his ability to minister. To find out more about the training provided goto: https://www.ourjourneyofhope.com/Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Transformed from the LGBTQ Lifestyle

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2021 28:21


    Becket Cook, the author of A Change Of Affection, shares how he was transformed from the LGBTQ lifestyle to become of follower of Jesus Christ. After years working in the fashion industry in Hollywood, never truly happy, his life was transformed in an unlikely meeting with a group of Christians having coffee.  His book is available at BecketCook.comSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    The Moral Outcry

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2021 28:31


    Mindy Thybault and her husband were about ready to become empty-nesters. But God spoke to them about adoption in a unique way. Since then her family has double including adopting embryos. She will also share why she founded Moral Outcry and how you can get involved by signing a petition that will go to the US Supreme Court.  Her organization can be found at themoraloutcry.comSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Becoming a good father

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 28:31


    Ed McGlasson had a lot going, a career in the NFL, a ministry that was changing lives. Yet, this man struggled to be a good father because he didn't have a role model as his father was tragically killed before he was born. He shares with Bob how God revealed to him how to be a good father.  You can find Ed's book on his website: https://www.blessingofthefather.com/howtobecomeSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Why does God care who I sleep with?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 28:31


    Sam Allberry is a Christian apologist, speaker, and author with a passion for God. Sam struggled with a same-sex attraction for many years. Sam shares why there is such conflict today in worldviews as so many people ask why does God care about who I love? His book "Why does God care who I sleep with" is available in bookstores and on Amazon. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Help Her Be Brave

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 27:59


    Amy Ford's mission is to help women who find themselves considering abortion in an unexpected pregnancy. She understands this situation as she made an attempt to have an abortion at the age of 19, while beginning the procedure was too emotional and the nurses stopped the abortion before it began. Later she would dedicate her life to helping women be brave during this storm in their life. She shares with Bob about embracegrace.com and how they help churches take on the mission of helping women who are considering abortion. She also wrote the book "Help Her Be Brave" which is available on Amazon and most Christian bookstores.Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    A Drug Lord, comes to the Lord

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 28:10


    Herman Mendoza began running with the gangs when he was just 13. He became responsible for selling drugs not long after and landed in jail. After multiple convictions, he would find Christ in Rikers Island due to the prayers of his brother who was also serving time in the same prison. Herman writes of his amazing story in the book Shifting Shadows. Available on Amazon.Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Covid Facts Not Fiction

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 28:08


    Dr. Sam Kojoglanian MD is a cardiologist in Southern California. He is also a Christian who believes God does heal. He shares with Bob Placie his thoughts on the pandemic and some practical ways you can stay healthy. He also shares how he has seen God heal the hearts of many men and women.Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Ministering to First Responders

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2020 28:13


    John Revell is a Pastor and Author, however that was just the beginning. John now serves his Eastern Connecticut suburb as the Chaplin for the Police department. John has now witnessed first responders who have had their macho exterior stripped away in some of the country’s most heart-breaking tragedies. He shares his thoughts on justice, racism and blue lives matter with Bob. You can find John's book at https://www.amazon.com/Yet-Will-Rejoice-Testimonies-Personalities/dp/0975412043To support and learn more about the media ministry of WTLW.COMSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    The Serial Missionary: Jim Cantelon

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2020 28:02


    Long time viewers of Christian television will recognize Jim Cantalone from his years hosting 100 Huntley Street and Talk to Me. But Jim just can’t stand still. He has on multiple occasions just passed the reigns of ministries he began to others, because God told Jim, there was something else he needed to do. Bob will talk to this man who says you just can’t stop answering the call from God. For more on Jim's outreach https://www.wowmission.com/To support and learn more about the media ministry of WTLW.COMSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    The Facts of our Faith with Dr. Frank Turek

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2020 28:16


    Dr. Frank Turek tours college campuses to defend the faith of Christianity. He is co-author of “I don’t have enough faith to be a atheist”. Dr. Turek will share with Bob ways you can defend your faith against an atheist in a respectful thought-provoking way. Dr. Turek is founder of crossexamined.com and hosts a television program on NRB TV. For more on Dr. Frank Turek To watch more episodes of ViewPoint on Youtube go to WTLW.COMSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Can Roe v. Wade be overturned in 2021?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2020 28:17


    Dr. Allan Parker is a attorney who has fought for rights for Christian education and for the unborn. He shares with Bob how his organization The Freedom Foundation is helping to set the stage for a reversal for Roe v. Wade and how it can be done with the recent changes in the Supreme Court. For more information on the Justice FoundationTo watch the television version of this episode and more go to WTLW.COMSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Black Lives Matter Confusion & Pandemic Prophecy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 28:26


    A bi-racial couple who pastor a church in Westerville, Ohio share with Bob how they are dealing with the Black Lives Matter Movement. They explain why Black Lives Matter are three Holy words, that have also be used in association with a organization that has anti-Christian platform. The Bible Discovery TV’s Rod Hembree joins us to share his views on how the Pandemic may be a source used by God to increase the Kingdom. For more on OasisCityChurch.comFor more on Bible DiscoveryTV.comWatch this episode and more at WTLW.COMSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Are you resting well?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 28:34


    Just getting enough sleep does not mean you are getting the proper rest. Author Sandra Dalton explains to Bob how she has learned the Bible speaks on multiple ways you require rest for your body, mind, and spirit. To order Dr. Dalton's book: https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Rest-Recover-Energy-Restore/dp/1478921676Find out about the ViewPoint television show and how to support our ministry.WTLW.COMSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Bringing Bible Classes back to Public Schools

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 28:34


    You may be surprised to find out in Ohio, students can leave public school to attend a Bible class, that counts as a credit, and it's legal! Former OSU defensive end Joel Penton shares how his ministry is placing these classes in Ohio and is looking to do more. For more info contact LifewiseAcademy.orgSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    The United States & Prophecy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2020 28:03


    Rick Pearson was a successful businessman and a pilot who wanted to serve Christ. After years of frustration of not being able to fulfill his call, Jesus gave him a vision to understand prophecies in the Bible and how America fulfills those roles spoken in the scriptures. Now 30 years later he sees that vision is coming together and he shares them with Bob in this episode. You can find out more about Rick Pearson at ProphecyUSA.orgTo watch the television version of this program or to support our show goto WTLW.COMSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Trends in the American Church with Dr. George Barna

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2020 27:31


    Dr. George Barna founded The Barna Group and has made it one of the world's leading market research firms. His monthly reports give insight to trends in the American Christian worldview. For the years Barna's research has documented the decline of Biblical worldview and the Christians embrace of a secular worldview.In this episode Bob Placie discusses worldview, political polling, and if the Church's decline into secular humanism is reversible.For more information on Mr. Barna's research goto http://barna.comFor more information and to watch ViewPoint's television version of this program go to WTLW.COMSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    The Church & Racism

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 28:39


    Season 3 Episode 1: Pastors Bill & Lynne Themelaras have a unique perspective on racism. Falling in love in Wheeling West Virginia and entering ministry together, they share their experiences and struggles with racism. They believe the church needs to embrace the hurting and that African Americans are hurting and it shouldn't be minimalized by Christians.Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Reaching women who've been hurt

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 13:57


    Ginger Stache of Joyce Meyer Ministries shares their outreach worldwide to women who need to hear the hope of Jesus Christ. ProjectGRL reaches victims of sex trafficking to women in countries that are considered substandard still today. For more information on ProjectGRLViewPoint is a presentation of WTLW TVPodcast produced by Premiere PodcastSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Church reaches out to sex trafficking victims

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2020 20:54


    Bob interviews a Pastor of a church who wanted to do something to help victims of sex trafficking. He shares the incredible story of a small church that is making an impact nationwide. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Praying for healing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 16:40


    Pastor Matt Rice is no stranger to healing, he's been healed and has prayed for many to receive healing. But what happens when his wife goes through a sudden complication and it nearly takes her life. He shares his journey with Bob. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    2020 Prophecy Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 16:57


    Ron Hembree is the host of Bible Discovery TV and shares with Bob his thoughts are where we are now in Bible Prophecy. ViewPoint is a production of WTLW TVSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    How should the church approach those identifying as transgendered

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 9:05


    Bob speaks with Pastor Daniel Fusco of Vancouver WA. Daniel's church regularly has people who identify as transgender attend his church. How can the church properly with love and grace work with people who are struggling with sexual identity and the difficulties this causes in areas like High School ministry. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Addictions & Counterfeit Comforts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2020 10:33


    Actress Robia Scott has had a long career from her TV series work in the 90's to recent motion picture roles. For a time she struggled with eating disorders in an attempt to fit the Hollywood role. She shares with Bob her story in her book Counterfeit Comforts. Find Robia Scott's book: ViewPoint with Bob Placie is a production of WTLW TVPodcast Production by Premiere PodcastSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Is pop music a threat to our spirit?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2020 9:58


    Matt Rice is a former hair band rock and roll guitarist. He believes all music has a message and that it can affect you. He shares with Bob how you should view your media choices. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Gender Identity and the Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2020 10:02


    Apologist and Author Rebecca McLaughlin says that the gender identity crisis in our country may be the biggest issue the church will be dealing with for years to come. It doesn't matter if you think it's right or wrong, people have lost their direction and how will the church reach to these people, Rebecca shares her own former struggle with same-sex attraction. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Are all Muslims really a threat?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2020 9:27


    Patrick Colbeck is a former state senator for Michigan. He shares how he separates the differences between the radical extreme Muslim agenda and how he was friends with other Muslim colleagues in government. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Sharing your faith at work

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2020 9:14


    It isn't impossible to share your faith at work. Steve Light is a business executive and has been in leadership of some of America's largest companies. When someone asks, he doesn't hesitate to share what has made him a success. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Is the Old Testament God different than the New Testament?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2019 18:57


    Bible Discovery TV host, Rod Hembree shares his thoughts on if the Old Testament God is different than the New Testament God. For more on Rod HembreeFor more on ViewPoint with Bob PlacieSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Today's culture of victimhood

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2019 8:32


    Sean McDowell shares his belief that even though there are many good reasons why people are blaming others for their problems in life, overall our culture is not taking responsibility for problems we are at fault for. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Reaching the Lost

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2019 7:52


    Pastor Brian Scott leads a very non-tradition church and believes that Christians need to do a better job of being authentic so they can share with non-believers. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    The impact of the movie "Unplanned"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2019 13:53


    Bob talks with Robia Scoot, who was a lead actor in the 2019 movie "Unplanned". She shares how she got involved with the project after dropping out of Hollywood many years before. Also how the movie is changing many lives within the Planned Parenthood community. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Why are we so offended?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2019 7:08


    Bishop/Author Kyle Searcy shares the dangers of taking on offenses that are not about you. How social media can drive us to care about issues that don't concern us. More on Kyle Searcy's BooksMore on ViewPoint with Bob PlacieSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Why should we ask God for Wisdom?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 9:05


    Author/Bishop Kyle Searcy shares with Bob why wisdom is something every person should be seeking from God as a priority over money, possessions, and fame. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Threats to the Education System

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 7:44


    Former Michigan State Senator, Patrick Colbeck shares with Bob how Common Core and other liberal education programs threaten to replace Judeo Christian Values with other religions in public schools. For more on Patrick Colbeck's BookFor more on ViewPoint with Bob PlacieSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Why do people suffer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 11:51


    Author Rebecca McLaughlin Ph.D. shares with Bob reasons she believes people do have to struggle through suffering. Also what God's role in suffering is. For more on Rebecca McLaughlin's BookFor more on ViewPoint with Bob PlacieSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Are we in the End Times?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2019 14:17


    Pastor Walt Sheppard shares with Bob his viewpoint on the End Times and what the role of the United States may be. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    Community Standards and Drag Queen Story Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2019 11:23


    Aaron Baer, President of Citizens for Community Values shares how families can get involved to establish standards for indecency. Recently in Ohio, the Drag Queen Story Hour which had been scheduled to have an event at a public library changed its venue due to the results of citizens standing up to the event organizers. Support the show (http://WTLW.com)

    When God Changes your plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2019 11:43


    Dr. Herman Williams MD. was on the track to fulfilling his dream of being a physician to all-stars in California, but an unexpected medical condition ended that dream. He shares with Bob on how a setback could lead to God bringing a bigger dream. More on Dr. Williams BookFor more on WTLW.COMSupport the show (http://WTLW.com)

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