Podcasts about Life Matters

In this episode of “Life Matters”, Aoife is joined by Fr. Des Farren, Spiritual Director of Radio Maria Ireland.  Fr. Des speaks about statements of Pope Francis on Pro Life Matters. L'articolo E81 | Life Matters – Dr. Aoife Collins – Fr. Des Farren on Pope Francis proviene da Radio Maria.

In this episode of “Life Matters”, Aoife is joined by Paul McGreggor, her coleague in HLI who gives his journey to faith and his work in HLI. L'articolo E80 | Life Matters – Dr. Aoife Collins – Paul McGreggor proviene da Radio Maria.

A message from Pastor David Foster at Faith City Church. 

Ghanashyam Das is an ordained Vaisnava Priest and Hospice Chaplain at Community Hospice and Palliative Care in Gainesville, FL. He lived for 11 years as a brahmacari monk in New York City at the Bhakti Center before transitioning to the Hospital setting and becoming a professional spiritual care provider. At New York Presbyterian Hospital he worked conjointly with the Pastoral Care Department and Palliative Care Services for 6 years. He teaches Bhakti Philosophy and Meditation at several Yoga Studios in NYC and Florida, and was the Co-founder of “End-of-Life Matters,” an End-of-life initiative for care givers offered at The Bhakti Center, a Vedic Cultural Center and Temple located in downtown Manhattan. He also previously served as Hindu Chaplain at both New York University and Columbia University. Presently, he works as a Hospice Chaplain at Community Hospice and Palliative Care in Gainesville FL, and also serves as one of the advisers for the End-of-Life Care Team at the Krishna Temple in Alachua, FL. Title of Session: Dying to Live: Death as Teacher Connect with Ghanashyam Das: EMAIL: ghanasyamdas108@gmail.com #GhanshyamDas #BhaktiYogaConference #HarvardDivinitySchool This event is hosted by ✨ Happy Jack Yoga University ✨ www.happyjackyoga.com ➡️ Facebook: /happyjackyoga ➡️ Instagram: @happyjackyoga Bhakti Yoga Conference at Harvard Divinity School Experience a one-of-a-kind online opportunity with 40+ renowned scholars, monks, yogis, and thought leaders! REGISTER FOR FREE: www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-... This conference is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the wisdom of sincere practitioners as they address the questions and challenges faced by us all. Expect thought-provoking discussions, actionable insights, and a deeper understanding of cultivating Grace in an Age of Distraction and incorporating Bhakti Yoga into your daily life.

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In this episode of “Life Matters”, Brian Brady of HLI joins Aoife.  Brian tells about his background and faith journey and a procession in Athlone. L'articolo E78 | Life Matters – Dr. Aoife Collins – Brian Brady proviene da Radio Maria.

Series: The Law of MosesService: Sun ClassType: Bible ClassSpeaker: Ryan Boyer

Series: The Law of MosesService: Sun ClassType: SermonSpeaker: Ryan Boyer

In this episode of “Life Matters”, David Parkes tells his amazing story of his life. He is  an Irish former soccer player who was active during the 1960s and 1970s.  David is also a renowned international singer and witness on the great mercy of our Lord through the intercession of Our Lady.  L'articolo E77 | Life Matters – Dr. Aoife Collins – David Parkes proviene da Radio Maria.

Jesus calls us to be salt and light in the world—not someday, but right now. Just as salt preserves food and enhances flavor, we are meant to bring the goodness of God into the lives of those around us. Our lives have real value and purpose in bringing hope, truth, and life to our communities. And just like light helps guide the way in the darkness, we are meant to shine brightly, showing others the way of Jesus.

6th February, 2025 – In this episode of “Life Matters”, Singer-songwriter John Emmanuel shares a powerful testimony of finding Jesus, his musical inspiration and devotion to Carlo Acutis. L'articolo E76 | Life Matters – Dr. Aoife Collins – John Emmanuel proviene da Radio Maria.

All Life Matters to God Sermon Psalm 139 Pastor Patrick Rhodes Sancity of Human Life Sunday by Patrick Rhodes

23rd January, 2025 – In this episode of “Life Matters”, Aoife speaks with Fr. Gerard Mongan from Derry about life issues and about Sr. Claire Crockett. L'articolo E75 | Life Matters – Dr. Aoife Collins – Fr. Gerard Mongan proviene da Radio Maria.

16th January, 2025 – In this episode of “Life Matters”, Aoife speaks with Patrick McCrystal about plans for HLI Ireland and much more … L'articolo E74 | Life Matters – Dr. Aoife Collins – Patrick McCrystal proviene da Radio Maria.

If the New York Times celebrates your Christianity, then be afraid. Be very afraid. I must admit that being a professing Christian is not an easy thing, particularly today. I hate religious ‘posturing' - especially in myself. The scripture is clear: Facts and action are clearly what define true religion. The Pharisee and tax collector, one a false ‘religious' leader, the other a genuinely broken, penitent man, is one of Christ's more poignant teachings on this. The Good Samaritan another. How real is your, or my faith? So it is with sadness and carefulness that I must insist mentioning the actual actions: the facts and policies of the late President, James Earl Carter. The recent media swoon and adulation compel me. They swoon precisely because of his policies. They adulate for his leftist, neo-marxist legacy, carefully clothed in wool. While giving us the smiling face of a Southern Baptist Sunday School teacher, Jimmy Carter implemented some of the most family-destructive cultural policies our nation has now come to suffer. The first Presidential Conference on Families sounded truly wonderful and nearly conservative, except for the fact that it was here, quietly, that the federal government first declared homosexual couples to be ‘families.' The Christian sacrament of matrimony was directly assaulted with a toothy Baptist grin. The real legacy of any President is the Courts they leave behind. Those justices will serve for life. You should know that every judge Jimmy Carter appointed was first vetted by the most radical abortion attorney in the nation, and her subsequent leftist panel on the judiciary. Carter appointed a total of 262 federal judges during his four years in the White House, more than any single-term president in U.S. history. And despite never getting to appoint a Supreme Court nominee, Carter's judicial appointments were history-making in their own right. That's because he appointed a record number of minority and female jurists during his presidency, 57 minority judges and 41 female. BUT IT WAS NOT their color or plumbing that made them eligible candidates in the Carter world, it was their unabashed commitment to leftist ideology. Strangely, the media at the time never examined the issue of ‘Judicial Temperment'. But that is precisely why Jimmy's judges were appointed. They had the temperment the press desired. When Ronald Reagan made appointments THEN the actual thinking and policies really mattered to the media, regardless of a candidates' gender or color, Reagan's appointments were excoriated. Legal knowledge and “judicial appointment help” for Carter came from Sarah Weddington, the Texas attorney who, at 26, had successfully argued Roe v. Wade before the Supreme Court. She had joined the Carter administration as an aide for women's issues and leaked (the even then, notorious) Ruth Bader Ginsburg's name as an Appellate Court pick to the press. She hoped by making it public, then Carter wouldn't be able to backtrack. As soon as Weddington leaked it, though, she went to the Oval Office and told the president what she'd done. He “didn't mind,” she later told the Washington Post. Yes, Jimmy Carter truly and faithfully served the leftist media-zeitgeist. For this his memory is now acclaimed. We too must remember. Mr. Carter in many ways served as a precursor to the ‘bumbling' leftist assault we saw in the recent Biden Administration. He was an easily manipulated figurehead who allowed far-left staffers to simply have their way through him. One recognizable difference was that Mr. Carter freely accepted and then implemented the radical policies into which he was hornswoggled and manipulated. Biden? We really don't know how much Biden actually understood; he was officially found mentally unfit to stand trial by his own Department of Justice. Jimmy Carter consciously and intentionally implemented policies designed to destroy the family and respect for innocent human life. You don't learn that in Sunday School.

In this episode of Life Matters, Brian explores what's ahead in 2025 and how the election victory of November is merely the beginning. Brian also explained in detail the nature of his recent illness. His congestive heart failure had him hospitalized for three months - a month and a half in intensive care and a month and a half in cardio recovery care. He is now recovering at home. Brian explains that the year ahead includes many challenges, including the very strong push for killing the medically dependent. Eleven jurisdictions across the United States have currently authorized physician assisted killing. These laws are aimed at the emotionally vulnerable as well as the physically challenged and/or financially challenged. Brian admits that he was emotionally vulnerable, and depressed during his hospitalization and brush with death.  This made him a candidate for physician assisted suicide in California under current California law. Because the law is no longer an advocate, you must be willing to advocate for vulnerable family and friends.  Brian also explained that there is a great misunderstanding of the legal battles ahead for the ProLife cause. As his book, Evil Twins: Roe and Doe, how the Supreme Court Unleashed Medical Killing, makes clear, the real attack on society and culture in Roe was that it instructed doctors to be killers. This cultural and ethical departure in Roe is explicit and even feminist leaders like Ruth Bader Ginsburg concurred: “Roe is not woman centered. It is physician centered.” These decisions instruct doctors to do whatever they see fit and in particular to even kill at their own discretion.  Many misunderstand what the Dobbs Decision of 2022 actually did to abortion law. It did not overturn Roe, it merely adjusted aspects of Roe v. Wade. In particular, the federalized compulsion to accept all abortions was removed and it was presented as a states' rights issue. It's a great mistake to present or even view the Right To Life cause as a states' rights issue. This does not address the real ethical, moral and cultural decay that was brought to us by Roe v. Wade. The right to life cause needs to be prepared to speak up for all vulnerable human beings, regardless of their age, and to be on guard regarding the efforts to promote the killing of depressed, vulnerable, and medically dependent persons. In addition, the real issue of protecting vulnerable human lives, and not merely the emotional attraction of helping babies and mothers needs to be understood.   Brian also announced that many of his writings will now be readily available online at Substack.  See @brianjohnston on Substack.  

2nd January, 2025 – In this episode of “Life Matters”, Aoife speaks with Susan Ciancio from East Tennessee.  Currently, she is the editor of American Life League's Celebrate Life Magazine; the nation's premier Catholic pro-life magazine.  She speaks about her faith journey and an article she wrote on antinatalism. L'articolo E73 | Life Matters – Dr. Aoife Collins – Susan Ciancio proviene da Radio Maria.

In this episode of the Tell Me Somethin' Good podcast, Clint shares the lessons he's learned from one of the greatest movies ever made – It's a Wonderful Life. And in case you're wondering, your life matters! Check it out!! ---------- If you like the podcast, you'll love the Tell Me Somethin' Good! book. Check it out: Tell Me Somethin' Good! - https://www.tinyurl.com/yxcsg3sh ---------- Have Clint bring his message of positivity to your organization, either in person or virtually. Check out his Speaker Video   ---------- Follow me: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/clintswindall Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tmsg_clintswindall/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clintswindall2 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clintswindall LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clint-swindall-csp-9047174/ ---------- Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

19th December, 2024 – In this episode of “Life Matters,” Aoife Collins speaks with Margaret McGovern of Nurses for Life.  She is a full-time Clinical Nurse Manager and has worked in the Health Service for the last 14 years.   Nurses and midwives who have conscientious objections to the termination of pregnancy and Euthanasia are still completely […] L'articolo E72 | Life Matters – Dr. Aoife Collins – Margaret McGovern of Nurses 4Life proviene da Radio Maria.

Pathfinder Church | December 15, 2024 | Doug MaussWhat is the point of our lives? This is an age-old question, and humanity has attempted to answer it in a variety of ways. How do we figure out the meaning of our existence?Website | https://pathfinderstl.orgOnline Giving | https://pathfinderstl.org/givePodcasts | https://pathfinderstl.org/podcastsFacebook | https://facebook.com/pathfinderstlInstagram | https://instagram.com/pathfinderstlSt. John School | https://stjls.orgContact Us | churchinfo@pathfinderstl.org

5th December, 2024 – In this episode of “Life Matters,” Aoife Collins speaks with Fr. Antonio Maria of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal.  He speaks of his vocation story, the works of the CFRs and Life Matters.   L'articolo E71 | Life Matters – Aoife Collins – Fr. Antonio Maria Diez de Medina, C.F.R. proviene da Radio Maria.

28th November, 2024 – In this episode of “Life Matters,” Aoife Collins speaks with Professor William Anthony Thomas, a Mariologist, about his background, co-operating with God and life issues. L'articolo E70 | Life Matters – Aoife Collins – Professor William Anthony Thomas proviene da Radio Maria.

Sermon: Your Life Matters More Than You Think Series: The Exodus Speaker: Victor Maynard  

21st November, 2024 – In this episode of “Life Matters,” Aoife Collins chats with Luke McCann on his life story and his views on Life matters. L'articolo E69 | Life Matters – Aoife Collins – Luke McCann proviene da Radio Maria.

What if every word you said and every action you took had the potential to alter the world or save lives generations down the road? Would it change the way you relate to the world and those around you? Discover events in history that were unknowingly shaped by a single action and realize your own potential to do the same as we apply the power of the Radical Purpose to our own lives.

Could celebrating each child's unique image of God help heal racial division? Speaker Chris Singleton discusses his new children's book, "Your Life Matters." To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29

14th November, 2024 – In this episode of “Life Matters,” Aoife Collins chats with Michelle D'Arcy from Derry who has interesting insights into Life matters. L'articolo E68 | Life Matters – Aoife Collins – Michelle D'Arcy proviene da Radio Maria.

CELEBRATING JOHN CLARKEJohn Clarke was a pioneering comedian, actor and writer, whose television appearances as farmer Fred Dagg in the 1970s marked the emergence of a distinctive home-grown style of New Zealand comedy. In 1977 Clarke moved permanently to Australia, where he was best known for the popular television series The Games and a series of satirical mock interviews with Australian Bryan Dawe. His wide-ranging talents included scriptwriting, music, documentary presenting, and literary pastiche, and his comic performances encompassed pratfalls, parody and political satire.John died of a heart attack in 2017 aged 68 whilst hiking in the Grampians with his wife and friends.Celebrating John is his daughter Lorin Clarke - herself no stranger to life in the creative arts. Lorin wrote, directed and narrated the award-winning ABC RN audio fiction serial, The Fitzroy Diaries (originally aired on ABC RN's Life Matters), which you can find here. It won the Best Fiction award at the Australian Podcast Awards in May 2019. Lorin also writes for television and is a regular columnist for The Big Issue.Her recent memoir, Would That Be Funny? Growing Up With John Clarke is out now.Lorin is currently directing a documentary film about her Dad.Lorin Clarke (IG Lorin Clarke Official)Lorin Clarke's website (LorinClarke.com)Marieke Hardy Is Going To Die is a podcast made by Marieke Hardy (IG @marieke_hardy).You can follow at IG @GoingToDiePodMusic by Lord Fascinator (IG @lordfascinator)Produced by Darren Scarce (IG @Dazz26)Video edits by Andy Nedelkovski (IG @AndyNeds)Artwork by Lauren Egan (IG @heylaurenegan)Photography by Eamon Leggett (IG @anxietyoptions)With thanks to Amelia Chappelow (IG @ameliachappelow)Camilla McKewen (IG @CamillaLucyLucy)and Rhys Graham (IG @RhysJGraham)Drop an email to mariekehardyisgoingtodie@gmail.comWhilst acknowledging the privilege that comes with having the space to discuss death and mortality, we want to also recognise that discussing these topics can raise some  wounds. Should you wish to seek extra support, please consider the following resources:https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/online-grief-support-groupshttps://www.grief.org.au/ga/ga/Support/Support_Groups.aspxhttps://www.headspace.com/meditation/griefhttps://www.mindful.org/a-10-minute-guided-meditation-for-working-with-grief/https://griefline.org.au/get-help/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Josh is joined by Doug Josephson as they explore the important matters surrounding end-of-life planning. These issues are not only crucial for your loved ones but also for your own peace of mind. In this episode, we'll provide valuable insights and practical advice to help you navigate this complex landscape with confidence.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keystonefin/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keystone_Fin?advisorid=33004651Contact Josh Nelson: https://www.keystonefinancial.comContact Jeremy Busch: https//www.keystonefinancial.comPodcast Editing: Tim Leaman/info.primegen@gmail.com

The Senior Pastor of Rock Springs Church in Milner, Georgia, Pastor Benny Tate joins the show today! Pastor Tate, author of Defy the Odds: How God Can Use Your Past to Shape Your Future, shares the story of his childhood and ultimate Salvation, the 4 things Christians and the Church need to do regarding Israel, and why it's more important than ever for Christians to vote in this election. See Pastor Tate's books Defy the Odds and Unlimited on the Charisma Affiliate page!

In this episode of Life Matters, Commissioner Johnston explores the idea of popular opinion polls. At election time, the media will often present what they claim to be public opinion on the issue of abortion. It is critically important to understand that, very often the general, and unspecific nature of the terms used does not often reflect a valid view of public opinion. More specifically, generic feelings about “choice”, support for Roe, or reproductive freedom do not accurately reflect the average American's view of abortion particulars. Brian examine's the current habit for many polling organizations, Pew Research Center as one example, do actually take polls state by state and reach sweeping and generic conclusions. The most common is the statement that the citizens of (fill in the blank) state support all or most abortions. Yet the very terms ‘all' and ‘most' are, in fact, contradictory. All means 100%! Most means 50% or more. There is a chasm of difference. And yet this is the most frequently used phrasing of the Pew CharitableTrust. Specific polling questions regarding the reasons for the abortion, the gestational age of the child involved in the abortion, and other surrounding factors, greatly impact the public view of the medical procedure. The recent Wall Street Journal poll confirmed what polls have indicated for more than a decade: The majority of Americans are opposed to late term abortion, or abortions that are done for social reasons (i.e. just done for choice) and have varying views regarding the medical purpose that may be involved. Killing a child because of a genetic anomaly is still opposed by the majority of Americans.  Similarly, if the woman's life is actually in danger, the majority of Americans will condone such an abortion. If the definition of “health” is made specific, the majority of Americans only support abortions for very serious health issues. Under Roe versus Wade, because of its deliberate definition of “health,” as meaning any psychological or sociological reason that the abortionist himself could come up with, alarms the average American and such vague and unspecific definitions of health are not what they mean by endangering a woman‘s life. Yet, Roe versus Wade equated the two terms.

In this episode of Life Matters, Brian Johnson explains the importance of elections, each and every election.  More importantly, he focuses on the power of your vote the further down the ballot you go.  On a statewide level, your vote is a drop in the bucket.  But as various jurisdictions get smaller, the number of voters also gets dramatically smaller and this is why local elections are so important.  In order to have candidates for the state legislature, or for Congress, you must draw from people with some degree of political experience. Most people who run for these higher offices have had experience at the local level, whether it be school board, city council. or supervisor. Ironically, it is THESE starter positions, where your vote and the vote of your friends, make the greatest impact. By being involved in local elections, you can launch the career of people who share your values and ideals. Many elections for city office and for school board are determined by a relative handful of votes. That handful, five or six votes, may mean nothing on the larger level, but to keep Planned Parenthood out of your school district, that handful of votes can be the key difference.  By paying attention to these local races, you are not only effective in protecting your community from organizations like Planned Parenthood and others who seek to control the minds of your children, but you're helping to elect individuals who wish to see the government make wise decisions. You're helping out individuals who share your values. You're making a difference in your state, in your region, in your community.  All politics is local.  

Glen Wright, the CEO and Founder of Worth Advisors, and Matt Fones, the Area Senior Vice President at Gallagher, join this episode of Life Matters, with host and Advanced Sales VP, Bill Bell.  Together, they discuss the incredible power, speed, and effectiveness of Penn Mutual's ACE platform, the upcoming expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, and so much more!Key Takeaways for Financial Professionals:1. Penn Mutual's ACE platform is Revolutionizing Underwriting:Learn about the specific features and efficiency driving power of this cutting-edge tool.2. Impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Sunset:Gain insights into why it is so important to take advantage of the increased transfer tax exemption before the sunset occurs.3. The Penn Mutual Advantage:Understand why more and more financial professionals are turning to Penn Mutual for the solutions to meet their client's needs.Press play to be entertained, informed, and inspired! Get ready for an episode packed with actionable insights to help you grow a stronger financial practice.Have a question or comment for Bill?  Drop him an email at: LifeMatters@PennMutual.comFollow UsTwitter @pennmutualFacebook @PennMutualInstagram @pennmutualLinkedIn @Penn MutualPresented by Penn Mutualwww.PennMutual.comThis podcast is for informational purposes. Guests' views, comments, and opinions on products, services, or strategies do not necessarily represent the views of or imply endorsement by The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company or its affiliates. Product availability, benefits and provisions vary by state. 7024391NS_SEP26

Chief Product Officer at Penn Mutual, Ray Caucci, and Director of Product Strategy and Competitive Analysis, Riley Thornburgh join this episode of Life Matters, with host and Advanced Sales VP, Bill Bell.  Together, they discuss the latest in life insurance product innovations at Penn Mutual, the hottest market trends, and so much more!Key Takeaways for Financial Professionals:1. New Product Launch:Learn about the specific enhancements made to new products, with the launch date set for late September.2. Product Philosophy and Evolution at Penn Mutual:Gain insights into Penn Mutual's emphasis on providing simple, transparent products with flexible and competitive features.3. Adjustments to Dividend Scale:Understand the implications of raising the dividend scale and its impact on the internal rates of return.Press play to be entertained, informed, and inspired! Get ready for an episode packed with actionable insights to help you grow a stronger financial practice.Have a question or comment for Bill?  Drop him an email at: LifeMatters@PennMutual.comFollow UsTwitter @pennmutualFacebook @PennMutualInstagram @pennmutualLinkedIn @Penn MutualPresented by Penn Mutualwww.PennMutual.comThis podcast is for informational purposes. Guests' views, comments, and opinions on products, services, or strategies do not necessarily represent the views of or imply endorsement by The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company or its affiliates. Product availability, benefits and provisions vary by state.  6962505NS_SEP26

Join us for an insightful episode where we welcome Bryan from Brusett, Montana, who shares his compelling journey of taking over his family ranch at a young age after his father's passing. Bryan discusses the pivotal transition from traditional cow-calf operations to adopting regenerative ranching practices. Listen in as he explains how attending a holistic management course in 2015 was a game-changer, leading to a more balanced life and reduced workload through enhanced grazing strategies. Bryan also highlights his financial growth by participating in the Ranching for Profit course in 2019, emphasizing the critical balance between farm life and family life.In our discussion, we explore the benefits and logistics of adding sheep to a ranching operation, transitioning from cow-calf operations to stockers, and the economic aspects of wool production. Bryan shares the types of sheep he chose, the shearing process, and the profitability of raising fine wool breeds like Targhee, Rambouillet, and Merino. We also cover the nuances of managing grass species and grazing strategies, focusing on native and tame pastures, the nutritional benefits of different grasses, and the challenges posed by grasshoppers and water management.We further delve into the practicalities of using a grazing chart and the importance of business planning in ranch management. Bryan shares his experience with implementing a grazing chart and the benefits of weekly ranch meetings for operational coordination. He discusses the shift in his farming practices, the positive impact of selling haying equipment, and the tools that have made his work more efficient. Bryan also provides valuable advice for those starting in farming, emphasizing the importance of education, community support, and focusing on the best land first. Finally, we touch on Bryan's upcoming speaking engagement at the Ag Symposium in Billings and express our gratitude for his participation in this enriching conversation.Links Mentioned in the Episode:Phipps LivestockEMRA Eastern Montana Regenerative AgVisit our Sponsors:Noble Research InstituteRedmondKencove Farm Fence

Doug is joined by Christian evangelist, speaker, writer, and pilot, Franklin Rivas Hodge. Franklin shares his testimony and highlights the hope he found in Jesus that helped him overcome suicidal thoughts and more. He talks about the love God has for us and how He has a plan and purpose for our lives. Franklin also talks about how to fight against the enemy's attacks and schemes to get us off track from what God has for our lives. MORE: Doug's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougelks/ Franklin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franklinrivashodge/ Book Doug To Speak: https://dougelks.com/ Check out AIM MISSIONS: https://www.instagram.com/aimmissions/ Shop SEEK FIRST “Jesus Is King” Jerseys and Shirts : https://shopseekfirst.com/

Doug is joined by Christian evangelist, speaker, writer, and pilot, Franklin Rivas Hodge. Franklin shares his testimony and highlights the hope he found in Jesus that helped him overcome suicidal thoughts and more. He talks about the love God has for us and how He has a plan and purpose for our lives. Franklin also talks about how to fight against the enemy's attacks and schemes to get us off track from what God has for our lives. MORE: Doug's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougelks/ Franklin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franklinrivashodge/ Book Doug To Speak: https://dougelks.com/ Check out AIM MISSIONS: https://www.instagram.com/aimmissions/ Shop SEEK FIRST “Jesus Is King” Jerseys and Shirts : https://shopseekfirst.com/

In this episode of Life Matters, Brian Johnston explains the real issues that are at stake. Brian warns listeners of the dangers of popular media culture. He reminds us that Orwell‘s purpose in writing “1984” was actually to portray how the average person responds to a dominant media culture, dedicated to influencing and controlling society.  But there are deeper issues that matter, issues that the media either ignores, misrepresents, or intentionally attacks. In order to be truly responsible for ourselves, our lives, our family, and if we believe in God, responsible to our Maker, we must, yes, we must, dig deeper. Sadly, we live in a culture that appeals to feelings and emotions as our primary source of understanding. These are immediate and surface reactions.  This is very unwise. The media knows exactly how to manipulate feelings. The media knows exactly how to direct those feelings into the wrong ideas. That is what it specializes in.  Advertising, promoting, and getting the masses to go in a certain direction is its art and inherently what our media culture is all about.  Brian again examined the actual significance of Roe v. Wade and Doe v Bolton. In addition to allowing babies to be killed, more importantly, it assigned a whole new class of killers, people who never were to kill, individuals whose job it was to protect and defend the most vulnerable humans at the most vulnerable time - those in the medical profession. Since January 22,1973, doctors are now professional killers for hire. Brian brings these phenomena full circle as he discusses the elections of 2024.  He reminds listeners that many elections of America's past were very, very close and would've changed history if they had gone the other direction. He explains the re-election of Abraham Lincoln and how Lincoln was hated by many Republicans in addition to many Democrats.  The fact that Donald Trump has a personality that many people don't like should not be an issue for the simple reason: the purpose of politics is actually implementing policy. We must look at the actual policies being sought. We must look at the actual policies being implemented. Kamala Harris is the most radical and extreme, progressive, socialist/communist to have ever run for president. The dominant media is currently trying to redefine and lie about her policies. The media is not your friend. The media has an agenda. Make sure that you and your family understand what's at stake for our nation and for innocent lives in this coming election. Make sure that you vote and vote for policies that protect life.  Vote all the way down the ballot for people who will stand for the Constitution, for the Right To Life, for the principles that we have been given as Americans. These are all at stake in this election. 

Genesis

Genesis

In this episode of Life Matters, Brian Johnston takes a deep dive into real science. He takes a deep dive into simple grade school science, of basic earth science, basic astronomy as taught in sixth grade, and the common sense science that any fifth or sixth grader can understand. The issue we must clearly destroy, and which is probably the most insidious and clever at this moment, is the whole idea of man-made global warming.  The president of the United States and many internationalists have proclaimed that man-made global warming is the single, in fact the only, true dispositive threat and the ultimate threat to the world.  They are simplistic deceivers. They are themselves deceived. But they are most desirous to deceive the population in order to control them, in order to limit them.  This argument is essential to undercutting the belief that human beings are uniquely significant and their lives should be protected. Man-made global warming argues that human beings are the world's greatest problem. It argues for population reduction and government control of the remaining population. It is a deceitful and dishonest argument, framing itself as the opposite - “protecting humanity” and “saving the planet.” Listen and use Brian's examples.   The truth is more obvious than you may think.  

In this episode of Life Matters, Brian Johnston takes an even deeper dive into the real significance of the recent presidential debate. Previously, he explored the debate through the eyes of Fox News host, Shannon Bream and United States Senator from Pennsylvania, John Fetterman. But both of those commentators from right and left were dealing with a very facile, surface analysis, particularly focusing on the significance of Joe Biden‘s performance.  But that is what EVERY media outlet has focused on - every Republican and even Democrat pundit has made America focus on that topic. And while competence of the current president is indeed an important topic, the deeper issue of the policies of this president and his party are being skated over. In this episode, Brian discusses the real issue of the Democratic Party and its extreme radical policies on the issues of life and family economics. In fact, every single aspect of life in the United States is being destroyed by the policies of this Democrat Party. Many pro-life individuals are committed Catholics or even committed Evangelicals and yet have remained registered Democrats. It is vitally important that whatever registration you may currently have, you must understand that only the Republican Party has taken a wise and measured position and life-affirming public policy stance. Only victory by the Republican Party can help restore the right to life for the innocent in the United States again.  Brian underscores an important principal regarding digging deeper into objective facts. That principle is outlined in many places, but in particular he points out Proverbs 14:15. “The simple believe every word. But the wise look well to their going.” Many people do not take the time to understand the language they hear and the language that they use. A single word can carry much more significance, and at times we ourselves can actually apply the wrong mean ing to a single word and then draw the wrong conclusions to the very language that we're hearing and using. That is what people do.  Wise people step back, look, and measure what the real meaning is. “The simple believe every word.”  Brian applies this principal to the single word “overturn.” Many people think that Roe v. Wade has been overturned. That isn't quite right. In fact, in someways Roe v. Wade has been thrown open, and pro- abortion states and advocates of death like Gavin Newsom, are actually attacking pro-life states and bringing the abortion industry into pro-life states - even violating their laws. In many ways, the Dobbs decision, by simply reducing our understanding of Roe as being a states' rights issue, has simplified and dumbed down our understanding.  In many ways, the Dobbs decision was like the Dred Scott decision, seeming to draw a line between pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces, but actually giving a distinct advantage to the slaveholders and to advocates of slavery.  So the abortion issue still must be addressed by the Supreme Court in order to obtain a complete victory.  Nevertheless, in the presidential debate, former President Trump focused on the real issues and not just the stumbling and bumbling of President Biden. President Trump did what every pro-life individual must do today.  He understood that the Democrat Party themselves, not just Biden, are the radicals. He underscored the current law, which in fact, allows for abortion on-demand and simply empowers doctors to kill a baby through all nine months and even post-birth. Joe Biden, and all Democrats, like to pretend that that's not the case and will willingly lie. But Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton created that exact scenario. Doctors are now killers and unless we, as pro-lifers, focus on the killing nature of the medical profession as determined by Roe, we will not win. The debate has given all of us a great opportunity to cut through the fog regarding what Roe  is and was, and what real issues are at stake in this election.  Whether or not Joe Biden is the nominee really isn't the issue.  The entire policy structure of the Democrat Party is the real issue. 

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