Podcasts about Easley

Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/EhPWOPsJILI  Growth, opportunity, and strong leadership are at the heart of every successful new beginning. In this episode of Stories from the River, Charlie Malouf welcomes John Russo, General Manager of the newly opened Easley Express, Broad River Retail's newest Ashley Store and Outlet in Easley, South Carolina. John shares his journey to Broad River Retail, his progression into store leadership, and the transformation of a former retail space into a 41,000-square-foot Ashley showroom serving the Easley community. The conversation explores the excitement and challenges of launching a new store, building a team of Memory Makers, and creating a culture focused on growth and guest experience. John reflects on the positive community response, the importance of consistency and teamwork, and the opportunities ahead as the Easley Express begins its next chapter. Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.    Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com    Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail 

Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/EhPWOPsJILI  Growth, opportunity, and strong leadership are at the heart of every successful new beginning. In this episode of Stories from the River, Charlie Malouf welcomes John Russo, General Manager of the newly opened Easley Express, Broad River Retail's newest Ashley Store and Outlet in Easley, South Carolina. John shares his journey to Broad River Retail, his progression into store leadership, and the transformation of a former retail space into a 41,000-square-foot Ashley showroom serving the Easley community. The conversation explores the excitement and challenges of launching a new store, building a team of Memory Makers, and creating a culture focused on growth and guest experience. John reflects on the positive community response, the importance of consistency and teamwork, and the opportunities ahead as the Easley Express begins its next chapter. Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.    Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com    Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail 

The word “Trinity” never appears in the Bible… so why do Christians believe it? In this episode of Ask Dr. E, Michael Easley answers a thoughtful question about the Trinity, early church history, and whether Christians should describe God more “mysteriously” rather than as three persons in one God. Dr. Easley explains why the doctrine of the Trinity matters, why common analogies often fail, and how Scripture consistently reveals the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit working together as one God. Using passages like Matthew 3 and 1 Corinthians 12, this conversation explores how the Trinity is taught throughout the Bible even if the specific word itself is not used. Dr. Easley also explains why rejecting the Trinity leads to major theological problems—including modalism and polytheism—and why the doctrine is essential to understanding salvation itself. If you've ever struggled to explain the Trinity, questioned whether it's biblical, or wanted a clearer understanding of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, this episode will help ground you in Scripture and strengthen your confidence in Christian doctrine. Key Topics Mentioned -Why the word “Trinity” is not found in Scripture -What the Trinity actually means -Why common Trinity analogies fail -Modalism explained -One God in three persons -Matthew 3 and Jesus' baptism -1 Corinthians 12 and the work of the Spirit -The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in salvation -Early church debates about the Trinity -Monotheism and Christian doctrine -Why the Trinity matters for believers today Chapters 00:00 — “I Only Do What Pleases the Father” 00:19 — Why Isn't the Word “Trinity” in the Bible? 01:05 — Why Analogies Like Water and Ice Fall Short 01:43 — A Biblical Definition of the Trinity 02:16 — Understanding the Trinity Diagram 02:48 — 1 Corinthians 12 and the Father, Son, and Spirit 03:36 — Why the Trinity Matters for Salvation 04:01 — Matthew 3 and Jesus' Baptism 04:38 — The Father Sends the Son and Spirit 05:09 — One God, Not Three Gods 05:44 — A Conversation with a Rabbi About the Trinity 06:16 — God Is One in Essence, Three in Persons 07:10 — Distinct Roles Within the Trinity 07:30 — Jesus and Submission to the Father 08:02 — Explaining the Trinity to Children 08:30 — Final Thoughts on the Trinity Links Mentioned: The Moody Handbook of Theology by Paul Enns Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Summary Michael Easley teaches from Psalm 71, framing aging not as decline alone but as a deeper invitation into enduring trust in God. He begins with a prayer that confesses human sinfulness, dependence on God's Word and Spirit, and the global contrast between comfortable worship and believers who gather in fear around the world. Turning to Psalm 71, Easley outlines the reality of aging: diminishing strength, ongoing life struggles, and increasing loneliness. Drawing from personal experience, historical voices like John Wesley, and cultural observations, he shows how physical capacity fades while life's pressures often remain. Yet Easley emphasizes that aging believers are not abandoned. He highlights the richness of aging—confidence formed through decades of God's faithfulness and a life that becomes a visible testimony to others. Life itself can become a “marvel,” shaped by both hardship and divine deliverance. The sermon then shifts to resources: older believers are called to invest their wisdom into the next generation through intentional mentoring, discipleship, and storytelling of God's work. Finally, Easley emphasizes the rewards of aging: worship, joy, and a deeper understanding of God's righteousness and faithfulness. Through stories like Polycarp and Floyd Sharp, he illustrates what it means to finish life with courage, purpose, and unwavering devotion. He challenges listeners to reject bitterness and self-absorption and instead declare God's works until the end. Takeaways Aging brings real loss of strength, but it does not mean God's presence or care diminishes. Life's struggles and loneliness often continue in old age, yet God remains a refuge in every season. Long obedience to God builds deep confidence in His faithfulness across a lifetime. A faithful life can become a “marvel,” marked by both suffering and God's steady deliverance. Older believers carry the responsibility to disciple and invest in the next generation. The goal of aging in faith is joyful worship that proclaims God's righteousness and faithfulness to the end. To read the Psalms,⁠ click here⁠. ⁠Click here⁠ for other Michael Easley Sermons.

PROVERBS: Life and Death in the Proverbs- w/ Dr. Micheal Easley

What do you do with the hardest passages in the Bible? In this episode, Dr. E responds to a listener wrestling with one of the biggest objections people have about Christianity: Why did God command the destruction of entire nations in the Old Testament? Dr. Easley walks through passages in Joshua, Deuteronomy, 1 Samuel, and 2 Kings while explaining the historical, theological, and spiritual context behind God's judgment against the Canaanites and other nations. This conversation explores God's sovereignty, justice, mercy, evil, idolatry, and why these passages still feel deeply difficult for believers today. Rather than avoiding the tension, this episode honestly addresses it—pointing listeners back to the holiness of God and ultimately to Jesus Christ, where justice and mercy meet at the cross. If you've ever struggled with difficult Bible passages or wondered how to answer skeptics who call God cruel or inconsistent, this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 – Why These Passages Are So Difficult 01:52 – Understanding God's Judgment in the Old Testament 05:09 – The Wickedness of the Canaanites 08:02 – Does God Take Pleasure in Judgment? 10:18 – Justice, Mercy, and the Cross of Christ 13:15 – Wrestling With God's Sovereignty Key Topics Covered Why God commanded war in the Old Testament God's justice and sovereignty The wickedness of the Canaanites Mercy, holiness, and judgment Difficult Bible passages explained Spiritual warfare in Scripture Romans 9 and the sovereignty of God How the cross fulfills justice and mercy Answering skeptical objections to Christianity Wrestling honestly with difficult theology Links Mentioned: Is God a Moral Monster? by Paul Copan Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Summary In Psalm 50, Dr. Michael Easley walks through a powerful courtroom scene where God Himself appears as Judge over His covenant people. Asaph paints a vivid picture of a divine courtroom where the “Mighty One, God, the Lord” summons heaven and earth not to judge the nations, but to confront His own people. The issue is not a lack of religious activity, but a heart corrupted by formalism and hypocrisy. Easley explains that Israel's worship had become mechanical—focused on ritual without relationship. God does not need their sacrifices, because He owns everything already. Instead, He desires thanksgiving, trust, and dependence. Religion had been reduced to a system of managing guilt, but God exposes its emptiness. The second indictment is hypocrisy. The people speak of God's law but live in open contradiction to it—celebrating sin, tolerating wrongdoing, and assuming God is indifferent. The chilling rebuke comes when God says, “You thought that I was just like you,” revealing how sin distorts our view of God. Easley emphasizes that God's patience is real, but not approval. Judgment will come, yet mercy is offered through thanksgiving and trust. True worship is not a transactional religion—it is a grateful response to God's grace. Only a right relationship with God, not religious performance, brings salvation. Takeaways God confronts His own people when worship becomes formalism without heart. Religion fails because it tries to manage God instead of trusting Him. God does not need sacrifice—He desires thanksgiving and trust. Hypocrisy is revealed when people claim God's truth but live against it. God's patience should never be mistaken for approval of sin. True worship flows from gratitude, not religious performance or guilt management. To read the Psalms, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

Katelyn is the last founding member and now manager of Backline. She has grown up around bluegrass music her entire life. Her dad, David Mabry, sang and played banjo for 19 years with the King James Boys. He wrote a lot of gospel music that they performed through those years. She began playing guitar at age, 5 but put it down until she was age 10. From 10 years old and on, she began to work hard to grow and get better at the instrument. At age 14 years, she began to try and hone her skills as a song writer. In 2016, she was approached by Travis Tucker, with the idea to start a band based around original music and a female vocalist. She joined the band and they were off to the races. Since 2016, Katelyn has been with every version of Backline. She took over the business and management of the band in April of 2023. She released a solo project called "Getaway" in June of 2023. This projected rocketed her writing career, even more, into professional co-writing. She has had the opportunity to write with many great writers of the Bluegrass Industry and looks forward to writing with them again and adding many more sessions in as the doors open and time allows. Her love, drive and hard work keeps her chasing this dream and working to create a great environment for Backline members, a great sound for fans and a great legacy for Backline.She resides with her husband of 10 years, Dom and their 3 kids,son Walker and daughters Dakota and Bristol in Easley, SC.

What really happened when Satan fell—and how could angels rebel against God in the first place? In this episode, Dr. E answers a deep theological question about heaven, angels, and the nature of evil. If heaven is perfect and without sin, how could rebellion ever exist? Dr. Easley explains the difference between the final, sinless heaven and the broader spiritual realms described in Scripture. He also explores what angels are (and aren't), why their rebellion was rooted in pride, and what that means for believers today. This episode will help you better understand spiritual warfare, the unseen realm, and why Scripture calls us to stand firm—not fight—against spiritual forces. Chapters 00:00 – The Question: How Could Angels Rebel? 01:20 – Misunderstanding Heaven vs. Spiritual Realms 03:00 – What Is “Paradise” (Paradiso)? 05:00 – The Intermediate State Explained 07:30 – Awareness, Grief, and Hope in Paradise 09:00 – The Structure of the Angelic Realm 11:30 – What Angels Can and Cannot Do 13:30 – Satan's Rebellion and the Root of Pride 15:00 – Why Angels Cannot Be Redeemed 16:30 – Spiritual Warfare: Stand Firm, Don't Fight 17:30 – Final Thoughts Key Topics Covered -The difference between heaven, paradise, and the spiritual realms -Whether angels are omniscient, omnipotent, or omnipresent -Why Satan and other angels chose to rebel -The role of pride in both angelic and human fall -What happens after death before the final resurrection -Biblical descriptions of spiritual powers and authorities -How Christians should approach spiritual warfare -Why angels cannot experience redemption like humans If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Summary In this sermon on Psalm 46, Michael Easley addresses the pervasive fear and anxiety that often shape human life in times of uncertainty. From global threats and war to personal worries and imagined disasters, he illustrates how fear drives people toward self-protection, control, and even hoarding. Yet Psalm 46 redirects the believer to a far greater truth: God alone is our refuge, strength, and ever-present help in trouble. Easley walks through the psalm's structure, showing how God remains secure in every category of fear—natural disaster, national crisis, and global upheaval. Even if the most unshakable parts of creation were to collapse, God remains steadfast. He emphasizes that peace is not found in human defense systems, wealth, or preparation, but in trusting the sovereign presence of God. The sermon contrasts anxious striving with divine stability, calling believers to “cease striving and know that I am God.” Easley highlights that true courage is not the absence of fear, but the presence of confidence in God's unchanging character. Ultimately, Psalm 46 invites believers to rest in God's sovereignty, remember His past faithfulness, and trust His ongoing rule over all things. The message concludes with a call to stillness, reminding listeners that the safest place in a shaken world is a right relationship with Jesus Christ. Takeaways God alone is our refuge and strength in every form of fear. Even when life feels unstable, God remains unshaken and present. Fear often leads us to control, but faith calls us to trust. God is our help in both personal anxiety and global uncertainty. True peace comes from ceasing striving and recognizing God's sovereignty. The safest place in a chaotic world is a right relationship with Christ. To read the Psalms, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

Does Ezekiel 33 teach that you can lose your salvation? In this episode, Dr. E walks through a difficult Old Testament passage that often confuses both believers and skeptics. At first glance, it sounds like a righteous person can lose everything by sinning—or that a wicked person can earn their way back through good behavior. But is that really what Scripture is saying? Dr. Easley explains how this passage fits within the broader story of the Bible and why it doesn't contradict the gospel of grace. You'll see how both the Old and New Testaments consistently point to one truth: we are not saved by our works, but by God's mercy alone. If you've ever struggled with questions about eternal security, felt like you had to “balance the scales” with God, or wondered how to explain salvation to a non-believer, this episode brings clarity and confidence straight from Scripture. Chapters 00:00 – We're All Sinners: The Core Truth 00:18 – The Question from Ezekiel 33 00:36 – Why This Passage Feels Confusing 02:01 – What Ezekiel Is (and Isn't) Saying 03:30 – The Bigger Biblical Picture 04:25 – No One Is Righteous (Romans 3) 05:00 – Saved by Grace, Not Works (Titus 3:5) 06:10 – God's Purpose, Not Our Performance (2 Timothy 1:9) 07:00 – Can You Lose Salvation? (John 10) 07:40 – The Assurance of Eternal Life (1 John 5:13) 08:30 – Breaking the “Scales” Mentality 09:00 – Final Answer: What Really Saves You Key Topics Covered -Ezekiel 33 explained in context -Can a righteous person lose salvation? -Are we saved by works or grace? -What the Bible says about eternal security -Why “balancing good and bad deeds” is a myth -Old Testament law vs New Testament grace -Assurance of salvation in Christ -How to explain salvation to a non-believer Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Summary Waiting is one of the hardest spiritual disciplines, especially when life feels urgent or painful. In this sermon on Psalm 40, Michael Easley walks through David's journey of remembering God's past faithfulness while wrestling with present desperation. David begins by looking back—God heard his cry, lifted him out of the pit, and set him on solid ground. That rescue becomes a testimony, not just for him, but for others who will learn to trust God through it. But the tone shifts. David is back in trouble—surrounded by enemies and overwhelmed by his own sin. Instead of hiding, he acknowledges both. He doesn't minimize evil or excuse his sin; he brings both honestly before God. In the tension, he clings to God's character—trusting that God is compassionate, attentive, and faithful to act. The psalm closes with a paradox: “I waited patiently”… and “Do not delay.” That tension captures the reality of faith. Waiting exposes our dependence and strips away self-reliance until we realize only God can deliver. Dr. Easley challenges believers to remember God's countless past mercies while trusting Him in present uncertainty. Waiting isn't wasted—it's where faith is refined, dependence deepens, and God proves once again that He is worth trusting. Takeaways Waiting reveals our true dependence on God more than any other circumstance. Remembering past deliverance strengthens trust in present trials. God desires a surrendered heart more than religious sacrifice. Honest confession means owning both external struggles and personal sin. A life transformed by God cannot stay silent about His faithfulness. God's character guarantees His compassion, even when His timing feels delayed. To read the Psalms, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

Should women vote? A viral video makes bold claims about women, leadership, and politics—but what does the Bible actually say? In this episode, Dr. E responds to a controversial perspective that blurs the lines between cultural opinion and biblical truth. He unpacks commonly misused passages, addresses the role of women in Scripture, and explains why Christians must be careful not to fuse political ideologies with their faith. From Eve and Proverbs 31 to Ephesians 5 and 1 Peter 3, this conversation brings clarity to what the Bible really teaches about men, women, and leadership—while pointing us back to what matters most: Christ's unchanging authority over a chaotic world. No matter how loud the culture gets, believers are called to think critically, live faithfully, and rest in the sovereignty of Jesus. Chapters 00:00 Viral Video Reaction: “Women Shouldn't Vote?” 00:56 Initial Response & Cultural Frustration 02:33 Eve, Adam, and Responsibility in the Fall 03:28 Proverbs 31: Wisdom, Not a Checklist 04:20 Strong Women Throughout Scripture 05:31 Ephesians 5: Roles or Responses? 06:32 Marriage, Submission, and Misunderstandings 07:40 Misleading Statistics & Cultural Narratives 08:30 Women, Influence, and Church History 09:40 Biblical Manhood & Womanhood Resources 10:05 1 Timothy 4 and Deception 11:01 Culture vs Scripture: Don't Confuse the Two 12:09 Faith, Politics, and Discernment 13:36 Christian Nationalism & Cultural Tension 14:00 Jesus Is Still King Key Topics Covered -Can Christians mix politics and biblical truth? -Are women more “emotional” decision-makers? -What does the Bible actually say about women and leadership? -Is Proverbs 31 describing a literal woman or wisdom? -What do Ephesians 5 and 1 Peter 3 really teach about marriage? -How should Christians respond to extreme or misleading cultural claims? -Why discernment—not control—is the Church's true influence -Resting in Christ's sovereignty in a chaotic culture Links Mentioned The Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood Evangelical Feminism and Biblical Truth by Wayne Grudem Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Summary In this sermon on Psalm 32, Dr. Michael Easley unpacks the hard truth that much of our pain is self-inflicted. While not all suffering comes from personal sin, this psalm forces us to ask how often our misery is tied to rebellion, stubbornness, poor decisions, and refusing to deal honestly with God. David contrasts two paths: the hard way of hidden sin and the easy way of confession and forgiveness. The message centers on the joy of being truly forgiven. Easley explains that sin is more comprehensive than we like to admit—it is rebellion, falling short, and inward corruption. Yet God's forgiveness is equally comprehensive. He lifts sin away, covers it, and refuses to count it against the believer. David's testimony shows what unconfessed sin does to the soul: it drains strength, brings guilt, and robs joy. But confession brings immediate relief, restored fellowship, and lasting peace. This sermon is both a warning and invitation. God does not want His children living under the crushing weight of guilt. He calls us to stop resisting, stop hiding, and come clean before Him. The only lasting joy in life is not achievement, success, or comfort—it is knowing your sin has been forgiven by a merciful God. Takeaways Psalm 32 teaches that real joy is only found in the life of a person who has been forgiven by God. Unconfessed sin does not stay hidden quietly—it drains strength, produces misery, and weighs heavily on the soul. David shows that confession begins when we stop excusing, hiding, and blaming, and instead take ownership of our sin. God's forgiveness is complete: He lifts away sin, covers it, and no longer counts it against the believer. Even when God forgives sin, He may still allow consequences to remain as a sobering reminder of the cost of disobedience. Wisdom chooses God's way early, because the “easy way” of obedience always leads to more peace than the hard way of rebellion. To read the Psalms, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

Why don't many Catholics read the Bible—and are they actually discouraged from it? In this episode of Ask Dr. E, Dr. Michael Easley answers a thoughtful question from a listener who grew up Catholic and now wonders why Scripture often feels unfamiliar or inaccessible within that tradition. Dr. Easley walks through church history, including the impact of the Council of Trent, and explains how authority over biblical interpretation has traditionally been handled in the Catholic Church. Dr. Easley and Hanna discuss why every believer needs to engage Scripture personally, how the Protestant Reformation reshaped access to the Bible, and why studying God's Word should happen in three key ways: individually, in community, and with trusted teachers. If you've ever wondered: Why don't Catholics read the Bible as much? Who has the authority to interpret Scripture? Can I understand the Bible on my own? How should Christians study God's Word today? This episode will help you think biblically and practically about the role of Scripture in your life.

Summary In this sermon, Dr. Michael Easley walks through Psalm 31, exploring the believer's response to stress, fear, and overwhelming circumstances. Using the Holmes-Ray stress scale as a starting point, he highlights how life's pressures—from the death of a spouse to everyday challenges—can leave us drained and anxious. David's Psalm provides a powerful blueprint for handling stress: an urgent cry for help followed by confident trust in God. Easley emphasizes how David repeatedly places his life “into God's hand,” demonstrating that ultimate safety and deliverance come not from human control but from trusting God's righteousness and lovingkindness.  The sermon explores the tension between terror and trust, showing that even in fear, believers can choose praise and confidence in God. Easley also points out that God may not always remove stress but provides the strength to endure it. He encourages listeners to redirect their anxious energy toward worship and reliance on Christ. By learning to surrender control, trusting God's presence, and finding rest in His provision, believers cultivate endurance, maturity, and spiritual resilience. This message reminds us that our trials are opportunities to experience God's faithfulness and to develop deeper trust, even amid life's storms. Takeaways Life's pressures are inevitable, but God sees your stress and hears your prayers. David models placing his life fully into God's hand, trusting His righteousness. Trusting God does not always remove trials, but provides strength to endure them. Even in terror and despair, believers can choose praise and confidence in God. Redirect anxious energy toward Christ through worship, prayer, and surrender. Endurance through trials matures faith and deepens spiritual resilience. To read the Psalms, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

What does 1 Corinthians 11:7 mean when it says, “man is the glory of God, but woman is the glory of man”? And how does that fit with Genesis 1:27, where both male and female are created in the image of God? In this episode of Ask Dr. E, Dr. Michael Easley answers a thoughtful question about one of the Bible's most debated passages on men, women, creation, worship, and God's design. He explains why this verse is often misunderstood and why Paul's words are not about inferiority, but about context, order, and reflecting God's glory. Dr. Easley also unpacks the meaning of the word helper (ezer) in Genesis, why that word is not demeaning, and how passages about submission, leadership, marriage, and worship should be understood carefully and biblically. Chapters 00:00 The question: What does 1 Corinthians 11:7 mean? 01:27 Why context is everything in 1 Corinthians 02:12 Paul's concern: order, decorum, and worship 03:20 What does “glory” mean in this passage? 03:43 Why “helper” is not a lesser role 05:00 “Image” vs. “glory” explained 05:57 Does a woman reflect her husband's glory or God's? 07:06 What does ezer mean in Genesis? 07:45 Is “helper” only about marriage? 08:27 Leadership, submission, and biblical roles 09:33 Why is Adam blamed for sin instead of Eve? 11:30 Why don't women wear head coverings today? 12:52 Final thoughts and resources Key Topics Covered 1 Corinthians 11 explained Genesis 1:27 and the image of God What it means that woman is the glory of man The biblical meaning of helper / ezer Men and women in God's design Marriage, leadership, and submission Head coverings in the Bible Why context matters in difficult passages Biblical manhood and womanhood Understanding Paul's corrective teaching in Corinth Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Is Lent biblical? Should Christians observe it? And how should believers think about spiritual practices leading up to Easter? In this episode, Dr. E answers a question about Lent, church tradition, Easter preparation, and the finished work of Christ. While many Christians use Lent as a season of reflection before Resurrection Sunday, Dr. Easley explains why the Bible does not command Lent and why believers should be cautious when tradition begins to blur the line between grace and religious performance. Dr. E walks through the history of Lent, its connection to the early church and baptismal preparation, and how it later became associated with penance and ritual. He also addresses an important theological issue: if Jesus fully paid for our sins, what role—if any—should practices like fasting, giving something up, or special seasons of repentance play in the Christian life? Chapters 00:00 Why Lent raises important theological questions 00:19 Today's listener question: Is using the word Lent unbiblical? 01:06 Is Lent prescribed anywhere in the Bible? 01:09 The historical origin of Lent in the early church 02:00 How Lent became connected to penance and tradition 02:43 The deeper theological concern behind Lent 03:29 Repentance, forgiveness, and the role of the church 04:11 Why penance and purgatory matter in this conversation 04:47 Why many Protestants still observe Lent 05:30 If Christ fully paid for sin, what's left to do? 06:21 Can intentional Easter preparation still be helpful? 08:18 Ritual, remembrance, and preparing for holy moments 09:28 Why spiritual benchmarks can still be meaningful Key Topics Covered -Is Lent biblical? -What the Bible says about Lent -The history and origin of Lent -Lent in the early church -Lent and Catholic tradition -Penance vs. grace -The sufficiency of Christ's atonement -Should Protestants observe Lent? -Spiritual disciplines before Easter -How to prepare your heart for Resurrection Sunday -Ritual, remembrance, and the Christian life -Easter traditions for Christian families

Dr. Jack Easley is a veterinarian and one of the first board certified equine veterinary dentists. He talks to us today about common dental issues in senior horses.My Senior Horse - Episode 42 Guests and Links:Guest: Dr. Jack EasleyConnect with Host: Kimberly S. Brown of Editorial Director of My Senior Horse | Email Kim (kbrown@equinenetwork.com) | Follow Kim on LinkedIn (@kimberlylsbrown)

Summary In this sermon on Psalm 22, Dr. Michael Easley walks through one of the most honest and prophetic passages in Scripture. The psalm opens with the shocking words, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”—a cry that many believers feel but rarely say out loud. David expresses deep anguish as he wrestles with the tension between what he knows about God and what he currently experiences. Though he feels abandoned, he refuses to stop praying. Dr. Easley shows how the psalm moves in cycles between despair and trust. David remembers God's past faithfulness even while enemies surround him and God seems silent. Yet the turning point comes when David shifts his focus from his circumstances to God's presence. His greatest request is not immediate rescue, but renewed closeness with the Lord. The sermon then highlights the powerful connection between Psalm 22 and the crucifixion of Jesus. The descriptions of suffering, mockery, and even the casting of lots for clothing point forward to Christ. While David asks to be delivered from death, Jesus delivers us through His death. Psalm 22 ultimately moves from personal suffering to public worship and global hope. The message reminds believers to keep praying, trust God in seasons of silence, and continue telling the story of Christ from generation to generation. Takeaways: Psalm 22 shows that believers can honestly bring their deepest anguish to God without pretending everything is fine. David wrestles with the tension between his theology about God and his painful experience of feeling abandoned. Even when God feels silent, the faithful response is to keep praying rather than walking away. The psalm vividly foreshadows the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Jesus did not escape suffering like David desired—He endured it to save us. The message of Christ's work must continue from one generation to the next until the whole world hears. To read the Psalms, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

In this episode, Dr. E answers a challenging question about the timeline of Jesus' crucifixion. From the “sign of Jonah” to the apparent differences between the Synoptic Gospels and John, Dr. Easley walks through how to understand these passages in their proper historical and cultural context. What about the “three days and three nights”? Did Jesus celebrate Passover before or after His arrest? And if the accounts don't line up perfectly, can we still trust the Bible? Dr. Easley explains how ancient Jewish idioms, feast practices, and eyewitness perspectives help resolve these tensions. Rather than weakening Scripture, these differences actually strengthen its credibility and reliability. If you've ever wrestled with questions about Gospel contradictions, biblical inerrancy, or the accuracy of Jesus' resurrection timeline, this episode will give you clarity and confidence in God's Word. Key Topics Covered -The “sign of Jonah” and what Jesus meant by three days and three nights -Why a 72-hour timeline isn't required for the resurrection -Differences between the Synoptic Gospels and John -The Passover timeline and Jesus' final meal -Jewish idioms and how they affect biblical interpretation -What biblical inerrancy really means -Why Gospel differences strengthen, not weaken, credibility -How oral tradition preserved the accounts of Jesus Chapters 00:00 What About Gospel Contradictions? 01:05 The “Sign of Jonah” Explained 02:30 Do Three Days Mean 72 Hours? 04:00 Understanding Jewish Time Language 05:40 The Passover Timeline Problem 07:00 Synoptic Gospels vs. John 08:30 Did Jesus Eat the Passover Meal? 10:00 Why the Accounts Differ 11:30 What Is Biblical Inerrancy? 13:00 Do Differences Undermine Scripture? 14:30 Why the Bible Is Still Reliable 16:00 Final Thoughts & Encouragement Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

00:00 All right, let's go to the WRD talk line, but talk to Fred in Easley. How you doing, Fred? Hey, Charlie, got a quick question to ask you. All right. Back in 2020, my wife and myself, well, I renewed our driver's license and got the real ID and all that sort of thing with all the paperwork. Right. Will this save act require us to go back through that same process again? No. To vote? Yeah. No. No, you're good to go. 00:30 You're registered, you're already registered to right? Right. Yeah, no, you're good to go. Okay. With all the talk going on out there, gets a little confusing sometimes. And that's what the Democrats want to try to do is they want to try to make it confusing. They want to make it sound like every time you go vote, you got to show all of that. No, all of that stuff is just for people who are registering to vote. Anybody that's new registering. Yeah, exactly. Yeah. 00:58 And if you've got a real ID, you've basically shown all of that information to him. Correct. So yeah, no, you're good to go, Fred. Thank you very much, Charlie. Have a good day. I appreciate it. You too. Let's go to Mark in Hendersonville. Mark, welcome. Hey, Charlie. First time caller. You get the bell. There you go. What's up, man? I think President Trump should pull a page right out of the Democrats playbook. He ought to make it. 01:29 make a public statement that if any illegal goes and registers as a Republican and votes Republican, he will give them their citizenship on the spot. Don't you think that would make the Democrats nap to attention and go, oh no, we cannot have illegals here at all. Yeah. yeah. They'd be shut it down. Shut it down. Shut it down. Yep. You're right. That's a great idea, Mark. I appreciate it, buddy. Yeah. Let's do that. 01:59 Any illegal alien that registers out of the Republican, I think that's very funny. Let's go to Ray and Clinton. Ray, welcome. Thanks for taking my call, During the week, I heard something about, due to the amount of electricity that is going to be used for all these IT projects, that somebody's suggesting that we use the energy of the earth. 02:27 the geothermal energy to make the electricity to do the things they want to do. But I'll tell you something, when I was in engineering school in New Jersey, we were given grants to find out how to desalinate water. of course we looked at everything to make the electricity to use electricity. 02:56 to split the water to make clean water. But what happened was somebody came up with the idea that while we use the spin of the earth and the heat in the earth to make the electricity, well, we had people on the board of NASA that were working on the moon shots when I was going there. And they said, you can't do that. 03:25 If you take the energy out of the earth, the earth has to slow down. That means our day would get shorter and all the plant life would take a bath from not doing its thing. Cause there's no energy coming from the sun. The sun can't replenish it as fast as you can take it out. don't even understand how they would do it. I don't know Ray, you're way over my head with all of that engineering stuff. I have no idea. 03:54 But again, these AI centers, they're using a lot of energy. know that. And what we did come up with a good point. I mean, we haven't even come up with an economical way to desalinate water. I mean, it can be done, but these desalination plants are, I mean, they're highly technical. So there you go. Well, what we're really concerned about here in the United States is making sure that we get that SAVE Act passed. And of course, everybody over on the left is trying to 04:24 Like I said, this is the lowest bar, lowest bar you could set for anything. I told you earlier today that if you want to recycle a thousand pounds of uh aluminum cans in Connecticut, you have to show your ID. But to vote? No, no, that's okay. That's asking too much. I want you to listen to Morning Joe and what he said about his b ...

Did the Garden of Eden have boundaries? Was it a small, defined location—or did Adam and Eve have access to the whole earth? In this episode of Ask Dr. E, Dr. Michael Easley walks through Genesis 2 to explore what Scripture actually says about Eden, its rivers, its geography, and what changed after the fall. Becky and her husband are debating whether the Garden was a specific locale with borders or part of a fully accessible world. Dr. Easley explains what we can know, what we can reasonably infer, and where we must admit Scripture is silent. He also discusses the pre-flood world, the naming of the Tigris and Euphrates, the curse on the ground, and whether Adam and Eve may have been in the Garden for a surprisingly short time. Curiosity is good. Speculation is tempting. But God has given us exactly what we need. If you've ever wondered where Eden was—or how long Adam and Eve were there—this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 The Question About Eden 01:40 What Genesis 2 Actually Says 03:30 The Pre-Flood World Explained 06:45 Did the Garden Have Boundaries? 08:30 How Long Were They in Eden? 10:15 What We Really Need to Know Key Topics Discussed: Genesis 2 and the rivers of Eden Pre-flood geography and the reshaping of the earth The curse on the serpent and the ground The possibility of a localized Garden How quickly the fall may have happened Why Scripture leaves some details unexplained Links Mentioned Answers in Genesis  Answers in Genesis for kids The Answers Books For Kids by Ken Ham, Bodie Hodge, Cindy Malott Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Summary In this sermon on Psalm 8, Dr. Michael Easley invites us to look up—at the heavens—and then look inward at the profound question: What is man? As David gazes at the moon and stars, he marvels at God's majesty and then wonders why the Creator would care for such seemingly insignificant creatures. Psalm 8 is a creation hymn that begins and ends with praise: “O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth.” Easley carefully explains the significance of God's revealed name—Yahweh—and shows how God's glory fills both heaven and earth. Yet the heart of the psalm is this astonishing truth: humanity is made in the image of God. Against pantheism, evolution as ultimate origin, and modern idolatry, Easley affirms a biblical creation theology. Man did not crawl out of primordial slime. He was formed intentionally, crowned with glory, and given dominion under God's authority. Though small compared to the cosmos, mankind is uniquely redeemable—so much so that Jesus Christ became fully God and fully man. Psalm 8 reminds us that we are neither divine nor disposable. We are image-bearers—known completely and loved fully by a majestic God. Takeaways: Psalm 8 begins and ends with praise, framing humanity within the majesty of God's revealed name. God's covenant name, Yahweh, reveals both His sovereignty and His personal care. Though small in the vast universe, mankind is uniquely made in the image of God. Creation displays God's glory, but humanity uniquely reflects His likeness and authority. Jesus became fully God and fully man, affirming the redeemable dignity of humanity. God knows everything about us—our DNA, struggles, regrets, and hopes—and loves us completely. To read the Psalms, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

00:00 And welcome to the program on your Friday afternoon. Started out chilly this morning, but warmed up kind of nice today. Everybody's looking forward to the weekend. I absolutely understand that. I got to start the show off today with a question for you. Do you guys know of anything that is going on at Prisma Health in Easley? I saw one report, just one little blip. 00:27 and then nothing else after that. if you know of anything that is going on at Prisma Health and Easley, please let me know. We would love to get the information out there. Again, I don't have a whole lot of information. At least I don't want to give the information that I have because I only got one source for that and I'm not real positive about the source. So if you guys know of anything that's going on at Prisma Health and Easley, please let me know. Well, 00:56 If you're planning on traveling this weekend, you definitely want to make sure that you leave for the airport very early. Much earlier than normal. Listen to this. In Houston, for example, officials at Hobby Airport are telling passengers to show up three to four hours before their flights just to make sure they get through TSA checkpoints on time. 01:24 I'm very empathetic to the people that are having to deal with the three, four, five hour lines because obviously it's spring break. My flight is at five o'clock and I'm here at what is it, 1.30? So I'm trying to not get stuck. I expected it in a third world country but here, how long does it take to resolve the issue with the government? It's not, to me, it's shocking. 01:46 And this morning DHS says more than 300 of its TSA workers have quit since February at the start of this partial government shutdown. CBS News reports absences have more than doubled and Denver Airport is even asking for donations of grocery store and gas gift cards for TSA workers who are now set to miss a full paycheck tomorrow. 02:12 I mean, you know, part of me can't blame these folks. They're out there working. They're not getting paid. Why? Because Chuck Schumer and the Democrats have kept that section of the government shut down with the help of John Thune. And the reason that I say with the help of John Thune is because the Democrats have the power to shut down the government and John Thune continues to give them 02:42 the power to shut down the government. All John Thune has got to do is do away with the filibuster. Bada boom, bada bing, everything is funded. But this just isn't in places like Houston or Denver. The Greenville Spartanburg Airport District is launching a food and personal essentials drive today to support federal employees. 03:08 The effort is designed to assist transportation security administration agents and Customs and Border Protection officers impacted by the ongoing partial government shutdown. This is from Nicolette Miller. The drive seeks donations of self-stable food, household goods, and personal items for federal officers and their families. The airport district previously organized a similar support effort during a federal government shutdown in October of 2025. 03:37 Donations can be dropped off daily between 7 and 7. The airport district has established two collection points for the public, the information center inside the terminal and the valet parking kiosk. The district will organize and distribute all collected items through a pop-up pantry. Airport leadership highlighted the necessity of these federal roles in maintaining regional travel. And this will keep going on until this shutdown. 04:07 is stopped. 04:10 Now my question is, when's it going to stop? When is it going to stop? Because remember, not only is TSA down, but also DHS is down, Department of Homeland Security. Also FEMA is down. Also the Coast Guard is down. They're not getting, none of those people are getting paid right now. 04:34 because the Democrats are having a hissy fit over ICE. Now, what is up and running? What is not being af ...

00:00 And welcome to the program on your Friday afternoon. Started out chilly this morning, but warmed up kind of nice today. Everybody's looking forward to the weekend. I absolutely understand that. I got to start the show off today with a question for you. Do you guys know of anything that is going on at Prisma Health in Easley? I saw one report, just one little blip. 00:27 and then nothing else after that. if you know of anything that is going on at Prisma Health and Easley, please let me know. We would love to get the information out there. Again, I don't have a whole lot of information. At least I don't want to give the information that I have because I only got one source for that and I'm not real positive about the source. So if you guys know of anything that's going on at Prisma Health and Easley, please let me know. Well, 00:56 If you're planning on traveling this weekend, you definitely want to make sure that you leave for the airport very early. Much earlier than normal. Listen to this. In Houston, for example, officials at Hobby Airport are telling passengers to show up three to four hours before their flights just to make sure they get through TSA checkpoints on time. 01:24 I'm very empathetic to the people that are having to deal with the three, four, five hour lines because obviously it's spring break. My flight is at five o'clock and I'm here at what is it, 1.30? So I'm trying to not get stuck. I expected it in a third world country but here, how long does it take to resolve the issue with the government? It's not, to me, it's shocking. 01:46 And this morning DHS says more than 300 of its TSA workers have quit since February at the start of this partial government shutdown. CBS News reports absences have more than doubled and Denver Airport is even asking for donations of grocery store and gas gift cards for TSA workers who are now set to miss a full paycheck tomorrow. m 02:12 I mean, you know, part of me can't blame these folks. They're out there working. They're not getting paid. Why? Because Chuck Schumer and the Democrats have kept that section of the government shut down with the help of John Thune. And the reason that I say with the help of John Thune is because the Democrats have the power to shut down the government and John Thune continues to give them 02:42 the power to shut down the government. All John Thune has got to do is do away with the filibuster. Bada boom, bada bing, everything is funded. But this just isn't in places like Houston or Denver. The Greenville Spartanburg Airport District is launching a food and personal essentials drive today to support federal employees. 03:08 The effort is designed to assist transportation security administration agents and Customs and Border Protection officers impacted by the ongoing partial government shutdown. This is from Nicolette Miller. The drive seeks donations of self-stable food, household goods, and personal items for federal officers and their families. The airport district previously organized a similar support effort during a federal government shutdown in October of 2025. 03:37 Donations can be dropped off daily between 7 and 7. The airport district has established two collection points for the public, the information center inside the terminal and the valet parking kiosk. The district will organize and distribute all collected items through a pop-up pantry. Airport leadership highlighted the necessity of these federal roles in maintaining regional travel. And this will keep going on until this shutdown. 04:07 is stopped. 04:10 Now my question is, when's it going to stop? When is it going to stop? Because remember, not only is TSA down, but also DHS is down, Department of Homeland Security. Also FEMA is down. Also the Coast Guard is down. They're not getting, none of those people are getting paid right now. 04:34 because the Democrats are having a hissy fit over ICE. Now, what is up and running? What is not being ...

In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we look at shed hunting - what it can actually tell you, and what it can't. Can finding sheds really lead to taking that buck in that location in the future? I talk about this with Ty Easley of Heartland Bowhunter, who has been shed hunting for 25 years. We discuss:• Tactics to find more sheds - where to look and strategies to employ• How to treat public land and private land differently• How to know when to stay out, and exactly when to dive in and grab dropped sheds.• Glasses that actually may make seeing sheds easier• What shed hunting actually tells you, and how Ty uses this as a piece of the puzzle to help him take mature bucks year after year.  And more! (And I apologize - I have an annoying cough and couldn't cut all of them out..)• 2A DISPLAY PRODUCTS  (10% OFF Code "IQ" ) Here: https://www.2adisplay.com/ • Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/ • Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/______________________________________________** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ __________________________________________GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ Website: https://deeriq.com  Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762  Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/  Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/  Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/  Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon   Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/ Episode # 127Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Ty EasleyIQ ranking - 5 (Intermediate)

In this episode, Dr. E answers a question about universalism, free will, and predestination. Scripture says God desires all to come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9; 1 Timothy 2:4). But Jesus also says many take the wide path to destruction. So how do we reconcile those truths? Does God's will fail? Are we given the option to accept or reject salvation? If God is omnipotent, why doesn't He save everyone? Does He desire salvation for all but prioritize something else — like justice or glory? Dr. Easley explains the difference between God's sovereign will and the universal call to salvation. He walks through key passages like Ephesians 1, John 6, and Romans 9 and addresses the tension between divine sovereignty and human responsibility. Rather than forcing a philosophical solution, Dr. Easley encourages believers to hold both biblical truths faithfully. From our limited perspective, we see tension. From God's eternal perspective, His will is perfect. If you've wrestled with election, predestination, Calvinism, Arminianism, or the question “Why aren't all saved?” — this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 – The Question: If God Wants All Saved, Why Aren't All Saved? 01:30 – What Does “Rectify” Mean? 02:00 – Election in Ephesians 1 03:00 – God Desires All to Repent (2 Peter 3; 1 Timothy 2) 04:00 – The Will of the Father (John 6:40) 05:00 – Sovereignty, Free Will, and Tension 06:00 – Romans 9 and the Character of God 08:00 – Why This Doctrine Applies to Believers Key Topics Discussed -Election and predestination in Scripture (Ephesians 1:4–5) -God's desire that all come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9; 1 Timothy 2:4) -Why most will not be saved (the wide vs. narrow path) -The difference between universal salvation and the universal call to salvation -God's sovereign will vs. human responsibility -The meaning of “antinomy” — holding two true tensions in Scripture -John 6:40 and the will of the Father -Romans 9 and careful interpretation of hard passages -Unlimited atonement vs. limited atonement -Why election applies to believers, not unbelievers -The character of God — not capricious, but holy, just, and merciful -Why some theological tensions cannot be fully resolved from a human perspective Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

00:00 Well, it is official. The shooting at Old Dominion in Virginia was indeed terrorism. It was an act of terrorism. I can tell you that we have confirmed reports that prior to him conducting this act of terrorism, he shouted or stated al-Aqbar, and he was formally a uh subject of a FBI investigation in material supporting terrorism. 00:29 It was an act of terrorism. 00:37 Naturalize U.S. citizen. 00:41 From Sierra Leone, open fire at Old Dominion today, shooting two, what we believe are ROTC officers, killing one. 00:52 But even uh there, very close to there. Over in, hold on, where is this? um 01:04 in Detroit, Michigan. I want you to listen to what this one news anchor says. Here we go. Are you ready? This is about the shooting at Old Dominion. This is actually about um the attack on the synagogue in West Bloomfield Township in Michigan. What do you see? I mean, it's not just uh fear of Iran and what's happening. There's been a rise in white supremacy. 01:31 What? What? Where? Where's this happening? Where's this whole white supremacy happening? Just because you don't want terror, terrorists in your country, that doesn't mean you're a white supremacist. Oh, it's a rise in white supremacy. Wait a minute, hold on. 01:51 This is a guy that drove into a mosque full of white people. 01:58 Good grief. Well over at CNN. 02:04 They go out of their way not to use the word terrorist. What that means, Casey, is we have whipsawed in recent days from two weekends ago an attack in Austin, Texas against a nightlife district by an individual that has been determined to be uh very likely a terrorist attack connected to the beginning of the war in Iran. This past weekend outside the mayor's residence in New York City, an attack against an anti-Islamic demonstration. 02:33 by two individuals who threw powerful bombs into the street, which fortunately did not function, but were set to function and would have been deadly to this uh incident this morning in Old Dominion in Virginia, to this incident this afternoon uh at this largest synagogue in Michigan. And uh the pace of it uh should be somewhat concerning. uh I mean, I'm sure Frank would agree that we haven't seen a pace like this. uh 03:02 in recent memory. what they failed to mention was who was carrying this out. It's a simple term. 03:12 Two words, Islamic terrorism. Islamic terrorism, that's what it is. So now five incidents so far in just recent memory. How much more are we gonna tolerate? Let's go to Ken and Easley. Ken, welcome. Hey, Charlie. I have a question for you, what you were talking about just at the end of last hour there on John Foon. Yeah. 03:40 Now I'm a huge Donald Trump fan. I voted for, vote for him every day, every year for the rest of my life. I love him. um And I want to ask the only obstacle that I see to making America truly great again, just like you alluded to, it's not the Democrats. Our only obstacle is John Foon. He knows what needs to be done to pass the things that Donald Trump wants passed because we as the American people voted for Donald Trump. 04:09 overwhelmingly. So my question to you is, is there anything that could be done to remove John Foone as the head of the Senate? What it would take, it would take five senators to file a resolution to vacate the seat in the Senate and elect a new Senate majority leader, and that's going to have to be voted on by the entire House, and I certainly don't think they have the votes for that. 04:38 But they're too afraid of this man to do it, for some reason, whatever reason it is. They're terrified of John Thune and the power that he has. I just don't understand it. I don't understand it. I wish somebody would step up and do something to put some pressure on this guy. Yeah, I do too. I appreciate it, Ken. Thank you. In fact, a reporter asked John Thune today about the SaveHide. He said, you know, she said, 05:08 Now, 85 % of the American people want And he ...

00:00 Well, it is official. The shooting at Old Dominion in Virginia was indeed terrorism. It was an act of terrorism. I can tell you that we have confirmed reports that prior to him conducting this act of terrorism, he shouted or stated al-Aqbar, and he was formally a uh subject of a FBI investigation in material supporting terrorism. 00:29 It was an act of terrorism. 00:37 Naturalize U.S. citizen. 00:41 From Sierra Leone, open fire at Old Dominion today, shooting two, what we believe are ROTC officers, killing one. 00:52 But even uh there, very close to there. Over in, hold on, where is this? um 01:04 in Detroit, Michigan. I want you to listen to what this one news anchor says. Here we go. Are you ready? This is about the shooting at Old Dominion. This is actually about um the attack on the synagogue in West Bloomfield Township in Michigan. What do you see? I mean, it's not just uh fear of Iran and what's happening. There's been a rise in white supremacy. 01:31 What? What? Where? Where's this happening? Where's this whole white supremacy happening? Just because you don't want terror, terrorists in your country, that doesn't mean you're a white supremacist. Oh, it's a rise in white supremacy. Wait a minute, hold on. 01:51 This is a guy that drove into a mosque full of white people. 01:58 Good grief. Well over at CNN. 02:04 They go out of their way not to use the word terrorist. What that means, Casey, is we have whipsawed in recent days from two weekends ago an attack in Austin, Texas against a nightlife district by an individual that has been determined to be uh very likely a terrorist attack connected to the beginning of the war in Iran. This past weekend outside the mayor's residence in New York City, an attack against an anti-Islamic demonstration. 02:33 by two individuals who threw powerful bombs into the street, which fortunately did not function, but were set to function and would have been deadly to this uh incident this morning in Old Dominion in Virginia, to this incident this afternoon uh at this largest synagogue in Michigan. And uh the pace of it uh should be somewhat concerning. uh I mean, I'm sure Frank would agree that we haven't seen a pace like this. uh 03:02 in recent memory. what they failed to mention was who was carrying this out. It's a simple term. 03:12 Two words, Islamic terrorism. Islamic terrorism, that's what it is. So now five incidents so far in just recent memory. How much more are we gonna tolerate? Let's go to Ken and Easley. Ken, welcome. Hey, Charlie. I have a question for you, what you were talking about just at the end of last hour there on John Foon. Yeah. 03:40 Now I'm a huge Donald Trump fan. I voted for, vote for him every day, every year for the rest of my life. I love him. um And I want to ask the only obstacle that I see to making America truly great again, just like you alluded to, it's not the Democrats. Our only obstacle is John Foon. He knows what needs to be done to pass the things that Donald Trump wants passed because we as the American people voted for Donald Trump. 04:09 overwhelmingly. So my question to you is, is there anything that could be done to remove John Foone as the head of the Senate? What it would take, it would take five senators to file a resolution to vacate the seat in the Senate and elect a new Senate majority leader, and that's going to have to be voted on by the entire House, and I certainly don't think they have the votes for that. 04:38 But they're too afraid of this man to do it, for some reason, whatever reason it is. They're terrified of John Thune and the power that he has. I just don't understand it. I don't understand it. I wish somebody would step up and do something to put some pressure on this guy. Yeah, I do too. I appreciate it, Ken. Thank you. In fact, a reporter asked John Thune today about the SaveHide. He said, you know, she said, 05:08 Now, 85 % of the American people want And he ...

Summary In this sermon on Psalm 1, Dr. Michael Easley opens the Psalter by showing its front door: two roads, two destinies. The psalmist contrasts the righteous and the wicked with striking clarity. The blessed person does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, stand in the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of scoffers. Instead, he delights in the law of the Lord and meditates on it day and night. Dr. Easley challenges our cultural understanding of blessing. The absence of wealth, health, or prosperity does not mean you are not blessed. True blessing is positional—known by God, forgiven, loved, and rooted in Him. Like a tree planted by streams of water, the righteous person flourishes in season. Seasons may vary, but the source never runs dry. By contrast, the wicked are like chaff—weightless, rootless, and ultimately blown away. Who are you running with? What do you delight in? Who directs your life? We must remember that maturity turns disciplines into reflex and that meditation renews the mind. Psalm 1 calls believers to live as otherworldly people—in the world, but not of it—trusting that the Lord knows the way of the righteous. Takeaways Psalm 1 frames all of life as a choice between the way of the righteous and the way of the wicked. Blessing is not material success but being known by God and rooted in His Word. Spiritual drift begins by walking, standing, and finally sitting comfortably in worldly thinking. Meditation on Scripture renews the mind and reshapes character from the inside out. The righteous flourish in season because their source is constant, even when visible results are not. Christian maturity turns daily time in God's Word from a “have to” into a joyful “get to.” To read the Psalms, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

What happens when someone who once professed faith in Christ later renounces it and calls themselves an atheist?In this episode of Ask Dr. E, Michael Easley answers one of the most difficult questions Christians face: Can you lose your salvation?Dr. Easley walks through key passages like Ephesians 1:13, John 3:16, John 10:27–28, and Romans 8 to explain the doctrine of eternal security. He also addresses the theological divide influenced by Jacob Arminius and how different Christian traditions understand perseverance.If you're praying for someone who has walked away from the faith, this conversation will ground you in Scripture and give you practical clarity.Salvation rests on Christ's finished work — not our fluctuating faithfulness.Chapters00:00 – The Question: What If Someone Walks Away?01:45 – Sealed with the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:13)03:05 – “No One Can Snatch Them” (John 10)04:30 – Can You Remove Yourself from God's Hand?05:20 – Romans 8 and the Golden Chain of Salvation06:45 – Apathy, Sin, or Never Truly Saved?08:00 – What Should We Do for a Prodigal Friend?09:00 – Pray Boldly and Speak TruthKey Topics Discussed-Eternal security vs. losing salvation-The sealing of the Holy Spirit-Once saved, always saved — what it really means-Arminian vs. Reformed perspectives-The “golden chain” of salvation in Romans 8-How to respond when someone renounces their faith-Praying for prodigalsFind more episodes of Ask Dr. E here.If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Summary In this sobering and clarifying sermon, Dr. Michael Easley confronts the reality of Satan in a culture that increasingly dismisses truth and distorts morality. From the removal of the cross at Wren Chapel to troubling theological shifts within the Church of England, Dr. Easley shows how doctrinal compromise reflects a deeper spiritual battle. He walks through Scripture to define who Satan is—adversary, accuser, tempter, deceiver—and explains his kingdom, influence, and ultimate defeat. Satan opposes the gospel, attacks believers, hates Israel, and seeks to distort truth at every level. Yet believers must neither obsess over him nor underestimate him. We are not called to fight Satan directly but to resist him through submission to Christ. Dr. Easley contrasts Satan's character with Christ's. Satan accuses; Christ intercedes. Satan deceives; Christ is truth. Satan destroys; Christ gives life. Though Satan is powerful and cunning, he is not sovereign. God has already determined his end. The believer's confidence rests in 1 John 4:4: the One who dwells within us is greater than the one who rules this world. In a shifting culture, sound doctrine and spiritual vigilance are not optional—they are essential for faithful endurance. Takeaways Satan is a real, personal adversary who opposes God and deceives humanity. Cultural drift away from biblical truth reflects a deeper spiritual battle. Believers are called to resist Satan, not fight him in their own strength. Satan accuses and deceives, but Christ intercedes and secures our salvation. Temptation is common to all, but the Holy Spirit empowers believers to endure. Our confidence rests in this truth: the One in us is greater than the one in the world. To read the bible online, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

What is the Legacy Standard Bible (LSB), and how does it compare to the NASB? In this episode of Ask Dr. E, Dr. Michael Easley answers a listener's question about the LSB translation, explaining its connection to the New American Standard Bible and the translation philosophy behind it. He discusses formal equivalency, why certain wording choices were updated, and how readers should think about choosing a Bible translation. Dr. Easley also reminds listeners that while English speakers have access to dozens of translations, many languages around the world only have one — making the most important step simply reading Scripture consistently. If you've ever wondered which Bible translation to use for study or daily reading, this episode will help you think wisely and practically about the options available. Chapters 0:00 Intro to Ask Dr. E 0:22 Question about the Legacy Standard Bible (LSB) 1:05 Background of the NASB and LSB 2:17 Why reading the Bible's introduction matters 3:14 Translation changes in the LSB (Yahweh, doulos, etc.) 5:22 The MacArthur Study Bible and translation history 6:27 Formal vs. dynamic equivalency explained 7:20 Choosing a translation for study vs. reading 7:58 Final encouragement to read Scripture consistently Key Topics Covered -Legacy Standard Bible (LSB) overview -NASB translation history -Formal equivalency vs dynamic equivalency -Translating Yahweh in the Old Testament -The meaning of doulos (“slave” vs “bondservant”) -Choosing a Bible translation for study -Why consistency in Bible reading matters Links Mentioned Abner Chou on inContext Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Summary In this sermon, Michael Easley walks through the doctrine of the Holy Spirit by focusing on what Scripture clearly teaches rather than personal experience or theological extremes. He explains that confusion about the Spirit often comes from two opposite tendencies: ignoring the Spirit's role or overemphasizing subjective experiences attributed to Him. Instead, believers must anchor their understanding in the Bible. Dr. Easley traces the Spirit's work throughout Scripture, beginning in the Old Testament where the Spirit creates, sustains life, empowers leaders, and reveals God's presence. In the New Testament, the Spirit's ministry becomes clearer through the life of Christ, the birth of the church in Acts, and the teaching of the apostles. He emphasizes four key ministries of the Holy Spirit in the believer's life: indwelling, sealing, baptizing into the body of Christ, and filling or controlling the believer. The indwelling Spirit assures believers of their salvation, while the sealing of the Spirit guarantees their future redemption. The filling of the Spirit describes a life yielded to God's control rather than human effort. Ultimately, Easley reminds believers that the Christian life is lived not by striving harder, but by trusting the Spirit who already lives within them. Takeaways The doctrine of the Holy Spirit must be grounded in Scripture rather than personal experience or preference. In the Old Testament, the Spirit creates, sustains life, empowers leaders, and reveals God's presence. Every believer is permanently indwelt by the Holy Spirit at the moment of salvation. The sealing of the Holy Spirit guarantees the believer's identity, security, and future redemption. Spirit baptism identifies believers with Christ and incorporates them into the body of Christ. Being filled with the Spirit means yielding control of our lives to God's power and guidance. To read the bible online, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

How do you explain salvation to a toddler without oversimplifying the gospel — or pressuring them into a decision they don't understand? In this episode, Dr. E answers a parenting question about helping young children understand faith, sin, and salvation. He explains why children can grasp concepts like trust, belief, and faith, even before they fully understand theology, and encourages parents to focus on consistent discipleship instead of a single “decision moment.” Drawing from Deuteronomy 6, the Gospels, and key passages like Ephesians 2:8–9 and Romans 10:9, Dr. Easley shows how everyday conversations and simple gospel explanations can shape a child's understanding over time. Parents don't have to carry the burden of saving their children — God loves them even more than we do. Our role is to teach faithfully, pray consistently, and trust God's work. If you're a parent, grandparent, or ministry leader wondering how to talk about salvation with children, this episode will encourage and equip you. Chapters 00:00 — Can children understand faith? 00:34 — A parent's question about explaining salvation 01:41 — Should parents avoid “decision pressure”? 03:32 — Salvation vs. sanctification in a child's life 03:48 — Why “ask Jesus into your heart” can confuse kids 04:53 — Deuteronomy 6 and everyday discipleship 07:27 — Explaining faith using simple illustrations 08:28 — Jesus' teaching about childlike faith 10:33 — Teachable moments in parenting 12:06 — Explaining the gospel with four key verses 14:26 — Trusting God with your children's faith Key Topics Discussed Teaching the gospel to toddlers and young children Faith, trust, and belief in early childhood Parenting without fear-based salvation decisions Deuteronomy 6 and family discipleship Avoiding confusing salvation language with kids The difference between salvation and sanctification Using simple gospel illustrations for children Trusting God with your child's spiritual growth Links Mentioned: Dr. Larry Fowler of The Legacy Coalition on inContext Board books for toddlers Tales That Tell The Truth Series Big Truths About Our Big God Series Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Recorded live at Napper Tandy's on February 12th. Campbell head baseball coach Chris Marx gave us a preview of his 2026 team. Head women's lacrosse coach Dawn Easley tells us about her squad, plus head women's basketball coach Ronny Fisher and head men's basketball coach John Andrzejek join the show to talk about the basketball season and the upcoming CAA Tournament.

Summary In this sermon, Michael Easley explores the doctrine of salvation — the greatest theme in Scripture and the foundation of Christian hope. Salvation, he explains, is both being saved from sin and wrath and being saved to a future inheritance with Christ. From the Exodus story to the New Testament gospel, the Bible consistently shows that deliverance comes from God alone. Dr. Easley walks through key biblical language surrounding salvation, including justification, redemption, faith, grace, and good works. He emphasizes that salvation is by grace through faith alone, not earned through human effort. Good works are not the cause of salvation but the grateful response of those who have received God's gift. Using illustrations from everyday life — trusting a surgeon, receiving a gift, or thanking a parent — Dr. Easley clarifies what it means to depend fully on Christ's finished work. He reminds listeners that theological confusion often arises around two issues: the role of works and the assurance of salvation. Ultimately, the gospel is simple yet profound: Jesus Christ accomplished what we could never do for ourselves. Believers are called to treasure this salvation, live in gratitude, and faithfully proclaim the one true gospel. Takeaways Salvation means being saved from sin and wrath and saved to a future with Christ. The Old Testament deliverances point forward to the ultimate salvation found in Jesus. Salvation is by grace alone through faith alone, never by human works. Good works are the result of salvation, not the cause of it. Assurance and the role of works have historically been major points of theological confusion. The gospel is about trusting Christ to do for us what we cannot do for ourselves. To read the bible online, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

Depression is no longer a fringe topic—it's a pressing reality in our churches, homes, and ministries. In this episode, Micah sits down with Pastor Samuel Fuller of Faith Baptist Church in Easley, South Carolina, for a candid and deeply pastoral conversation on depression, discouragement, and hope.Pastor Samuel shares his own journey—from growing up in a third-generation Christian home, sensing God's call at a young age, and serving in Easley for the past seven years with a passion to reach his city and train believers. Together, they explore what pastors and families are seeing firsthand: a rise in anxiety and depression not only among believers in general, but especially within the younger generations.The discussion thoughtfully distinguishes between the normal discouragement and depression Scripture openly addresses—so vividly voiced in the Psalms—and the modern mental health crisis accelerated by phone-based childhoods, social media, and constant digital immersion. Drawing from current data and cultural observations, Pastor Samuel explains why this issue can no longer be ignored, and why one hour of church a week cannot counter thirty hours of TikTok.Turning to Psalm 42–43, the episode centers on the repeated refrain: “Why art thou cast down, O my soul? … hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him.”Listeners will hear a biblically honest description of depression—sleepless nights, loss of appetite, relentless waves of sorrow—and be reminded that experiencing these struggles does not make someone a “sub-level” Christian.Pastor Samuel also walks through the causes Scripture identifies—spiritual distance, vocal enemies, loss of former joys, loneliness, and living in an ungodly culture—before offering hope-filled, practical solutions. From learning to lament, to preaching truth to your own soul, to engaging in personal worship, this episode presents depression not as a passive state, but as a battle for joy fought with God's Word.This conversation is honest, timely, and deeply rooted in Scripture—offering hope to weary pastors, anxious parents, and anyone whose soul feels cast down.

Why don't Jews still offer animal sacrifices if the Old Testament law still applies? In this episode of Ask Dr. E, Dr. Michael Easley answers a thoughtful listener question by walking through Jewish history, Scripture, and the book of Hebrews.Dr. Easley explains the differences within modern Judaism, why the sacrificial system requires very specific biblical conditions, and how the destruction of the temple in AD 70 made sacrifices impossible under the law. He also explores the significance of the red heifer, the role of the priesthood, and why the author of Hebrews points to Jesus as the once-for-all sacrifice who fulfilled the entire system.This episode is a helpful guide for anyone trying to understand Judaism, the Old Testament sacrificial system, and why Christians believe Jesus is fully sufficient—no temple required.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Sacrificial System00:48 Understanding Jewish Sects and Their Practices02:24 The Historical Context of Sacrifices05:24 Modern Implications: The Red Heifer and the Temple Institute08:03 Theological Reflections on Sacrifices and ChristKey Topics Covered-Why Jews no longer offer animal sacrifices-The destruction of the temple in AD 70-Orthodox vs. Conservative vs. Reformed Judaism-The red heifer and ritual purification-Hebrews 9 and Jesus as the final sacrifice-Do Christians need a future temple? Links Mentioned: Reasoning From The Scriptures with Catholics by Dr. Ron Rhodes Why Do Protestants Convert? By Chris Castaldo Chris Castaldo on inContext 10 Most Important Things You Can Say to a Catholic By Dr. Ron Rhodes If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Summary In this sermon, Dr. Michael Easley addresses one of the most foundational—and contested—questions of the Christian faith: Is the Bible truly the Word of God? Far from being a secondary issue, Easley argues that the doctrine of inspiration is crucial. If Scripture is not from God, then it carries no final authority for faith, truth, or salvation. Drawing from 2 Timothy 3:16–17 and 2 Peter 1:20–21, Easley explains that Scripture is both God-breathed and delivered through human authors under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. He unpacks the meaning of inspiration, inerrancy, and verbal plenary authority, showing how God sovereignly used human personalities without error to communicate His message. Through personal stories, historical reflection, and careful biblical exposition, Easley highlights why Christians must have confidence in the reliability of Scripture. The Bible is not merely informative—it is transformative. It teaches, reproves, corrects, and trains believers so they may be fully equipped for every good work. Ultimately, Easley reminds listeners that Scripture is not something to be lightly held or selectively trusted. It is the revealed Word of God, given for life, truth, and salvation—and it demands to be cherished, studied, and obeyed. Takeaways Biblical authority is inseparable from the Bible's divine origin. All Scripture is God-breathed and carries the authority of God Himself. God used human authors without error to communicate His revelation. Scripture teaches, reproves, corrects, and trains believers in righteousness. Challenges to biblical inspiration undermine the foundation of Christian faith. The Word of God is meant to be trusted, studied, and lived—not selectively accepted. To read the bible online, click here.Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

Why don't Jews still offer animal sacrifices if the Old Testament law still applies? In this episode of Ask Dr. E, Dr. Michael Easley answers a thoughtful listener question by walking through Jewish history, Scripture, and the book of Hebrews. Dr. Easley explains the differences within modern Judaism, why the sacrificial system requires very specific biblical conditions, and how the destruction of the temple in AD 70 made sacrifices impossible under the law. He also explores the significance of the red heifer, the role of the priesthood, and why the author of Hebrews points to Jesus as the once-for-all sacrifice who fulfilled the entire system. This episode is a helpful guide for anyone trying to understand Judaism, the Old Testament sacrificial system, and why Christians believe Jesus is fully sufficient—no temple required. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Sacrificial System 00:48 Understanding Jewish Sects and Their Practices 02:24 The Historical Context of Sacrifices 05:24 Modern Implications: The Red Heifer and the Temple Institute 08:03 Theological Reflections on Sacrifices and Christ Key Topics Covered -Why Jews no longer offer animal sacrifices -The destruction of the temple in AD 70 -Orthodox vs. Conservative vs. Reformed Judaism -The red heifer and ritual purification -Hebrews 9 and Jesus as the final sacrifice -Do Christians need a future temple? If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

Fear shows up in many forms—panic attacks, self-doubt, trauma responses, or everyday anxiety. In this episode of Ask Dr. E, Dr. Michael Easley responds to a listener's honest question: What is the best way for believers to overcome fear? Dr. Easley offers a thoughtful, biblically grounded response that acknowledges the complexity of fear. Some fear requires professional counseling. Some fear is rooted in trauma. And some fear must be confronted through renewed thinking shaped by Scripture. These approaches aren't in conflict—they work together. Drawing from passages like Joshua 1, Romans 12, and Psalm 27, Dr. Easley reminds us that God commands courage not because we are strong—but because we are often weak and afraid. Fear is not a failure of faith; it is a shared human condition. And God meets us there. This episode offers clarity, compassion, and practical steps for believers who want real help—not clichés—when fear feels overwhelming. Chapters 00:00 – Why Fear Is So Common 01:55 – Different Types of Fear Explained 03:45 – When Counseling and Therapy Are Wise 05:00 – The Power of Biblical Self-Talk 06:30 – Why “Do Not Fear” Is Repeated in Scripture 08:05 – Courage Spoken to the Fearful (Joshua 1) 09:30 – Psalm 27 and Fearless Trust 11:10 – How Scripture Rewires the Anxious Mind 12:00 – Why You Shouldn't Face Fear Alone Key Topics Discussed -Biblical responses to fear and anxiety -Panic attacks vs. situational fear -Trauma and counseling for Christians -Scripture-based self-talk -Memorizing Scripture for anxiety -Why God commands courage -Psalm 27 and fearless trust -Community, vulnerability, and healing Links Mentioned: Jon Gauger on inContext Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

We get an Email from Chris in Easley who found an article from scientists from the 50's and how they thought the world would be in seventy five years, which is now The Mail Sack is back, send your questions, comments, complaints to theriseguys@aol.com

She went from bankrupt and scraping together gas money… to building a 7-figure business teaching paint parties.

In the summer of 1991, an unhinged individual went to the Easley,SC Wal-Mart with terrible intentions. Over the span of thirty minutes, he had committed a litany of felonies that left two precious souls deceased. His motive was unknown, his method was unthinkable, and the results tragic.