Connections with Rich and Bobbi: Recent Episodes
Rich Homeres and Bobbi Hamlyn
From broadcast studios, to conference halls, to subways, streets, and park benches... Rich Homeres and Bobbi Hamlyn have traveled across our country for years, meeting and interviewing people of all walks of life! With a heart for uniting people in the joy and oneness we have in Christ, they strive to share stories far and wide, to encourage, inform, and point listeners to our Savior.
We’re continuing to hear from Pastor Austin Huggins of Mt. Zion Bible Church in Pensacola, Florida, as he shares his incredible testimony. It’s truly an amazing story of unexpected encounters and divine appointments, all culminating in meeting the man God had to lead him—Mike. Mike looked at Austin and said, “Austin, you’re with me today.” That’s where we’ll pick up Austin’s story...
We’re continuing our conversation with Pastor Austin Huggins of Mt. Zion Bible Church in Pensacola, Florida. He’s sharing his powerful testimony of becoming a new child of God. It truly is an amazing story! Austin had come to the end of the road, not knowing whether he wanted to live or die. He fell asleep uncertain of what his future would hold when he woke up. That’s where we’ll pick up as Austin continues to share his life story...
We continue our visit with Pastor Austin Huggins of Mt. Zion Bible Church in Pensacola, Florida. When we left off, Austin was facing a decision that would change everything. As a young man preparing to leave the Navy, he had been offered a prestigious position in another part of the country. He was settled into a life with his live-in girlfriend, and his future seemed mapped out. But then he found himself back in Florida, sitting at his mother’s bedside as she faced a life-threatening operation. In that moment, Austin had to confront not only what came next for his mother, but also the direction his own life would take.
“I was a former submarine Sailer in the Navy. And, before that as a child I had spent time in church in a difficult home life. I had a raging alcoholic stepfather and life was difficult…”
We’re continuing to hear from Steve White as he had shared the story of how his grandfather started a Rescue Mission in Michigan. We met Steve at a Christian Bible conference in Pleasanton, California. Hear how his journey took him from the United States Naval Construction Battalions (the "Navy Seabees"), back to Michigan, and to his grandfather’s Rescue Mission Ministry...
Our guest is Steve White, whom we met at a Christian Bible conference in Pleasanton, California. Steve tells the story of how his grandfather showed compassion to a group of men in need of work, food, and shelter; and how the Lord grew those seeds of kindness into a much-needed ministry...
The United States is celebrating its 250th anniversary—a monumental milestone! But while we're highlighting this anniversary, the biblical principles we'll discuss apply to all nations and people around the world. Joining us is Bible teacher and pastor Joe Jacowitz, founder and chairman of the board of FirstLove Ministries, and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, California. As Pastor Joe looks at how God blesses a nation, he also looks at how to be blessed as an individual...
We’re continuing our conversation with fellow Christian podcaster Tommy Morris, of “The Deed & Truth Podcast”. We met Tommy at a conference in the town of Milton, near Pensacola, Florida. He shares the struggles he faced in his walk with the Lord before he was led into podcasting.
Our guest is fellow Christian podcaster Tommy Morris, and his podcast is called, “The Deed & Truth Podcast.” We met Tommy at a conference in Milton, just outside of Pensacola on Florida’s Panhandle. Tommy, as he’ll share, grew up as a "preacher’s kid," and talks about the surprising path of his life prior to becoming a podcaster...
We’re continuing our conversation with Rebekah Durst as she shares her search for fulfillment in life; and wrestles with whether the Lord had a husband in His plan for her or if she was meant to remain single. Like many, her journey involved risks, yet she chose to trust fully in the Lord’s perfect will!
Our guest today is Rebekah Durst. She opens up about her journey - sharing how life, even while growing up as a Christian, felt like a proverbial roller coaster. Like so many of us, things can seem steady and good – until they suddenly take a turn! Listen as Rebekah shares her story…
Today, we continue our conversation with Dr. Edward Dalcour about God's call to all to "defend the faith"! He is widely recognized as a teacher and lecturer in the field of Christian theology. He serves as President and Director of the Department of Christian Defense. He is also a mentor at Greenwich School of Theology in London and currently holds the position of Vice President at Grace Bible University. Along with his many endeavors, Dr. Dalcour is a published author of several apologetic and theological books!
Today, we are honored to welcome Dr. Edward Dalcour, a scholar with many distinguished endeavors, who shares with us what "apologetics" is, how it became his passion, and why it should be ours! He serves as President and Director of the Department of Christian Defense, is a mentor at Greenwich School of Theology, and holds the position of Vice President at Grace Bible University. He is also a published author of several apologetic and theological books!
We’re continuing our conversation with Ava Parker, a high schooler who seems to be on the right path! She’s a swimmer and a young woman whose faith is strong. We met her while volunteering at a Bible convention held in Atlanta, GA. It was encouraging to see a young person so focused on her faith and willing to give of her time to help others…
Today we’re visiting with a high schooler who seems truly grounded in her faith and in her walk with the Lord! Her name is Ava Parker. We met her at a Bible conference called G3, held in Atlanta, Georgia - she was volunteering her time, helping a ministry distribute biblical literature...
We’re continuing our visit with pastor, teacher, author, and theologian Dr. William R. Downing. But, as he’s been sharing, his life didn’t start out that way. In fact, he loved the great outdoors, and studying ancient languages; searching the Scriptures was not in his plans - a marvelous example of how the Lord can redirect our lives for His purposes!
We’re continuing our visit with pastor, teacher, author, and theologian Dr. William R. Downing. As a young man, he considered himself an outdoorsman—but when the Lord got hold of his heart, he developed a deep hunger for the Scriptures! Today he is a respected theologian; and here he discusses the importance of how to interpret the Bible...
Pastor, teacher, author, & theologian Dr. William R. Downing continues sharing his story of his new spiritual birth and his journey to dedicate his life fully to the Lord!
Dr. William R. Downing is our guest. He shares his powerful testimony of how the Lord transformed his heart—from a wandering soul, lost and confused, into a vessel God would use mightily for His glory.
This is Holy, or Passion, Week. With us to talk about the significance of this week and the individual days leading up to Resurrection Sunday is Pastor Joe Jacowitz. Pastor Joe is the chairman of the board for First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re visiting with Anil Kujur from India. He shares his story of growing up in India, and making a physical and spiritual journey as he emigrated to the U.S.!
Our guest is Sadaf, originally from Pakistan. He’s a dear servant of the Lord who shares about some of the struggles and difficulties for Christians living in a suppressed land where they’re considered to be outcasts.
We conclude our visit with a passionate servant of the Lord, Kim Rogers. She’s a graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary, and is enthusiastically involved in many areas of ministry - those that she leads and those that she supports, like A21.
We’re continuing our visit with the passionate Kim Rogers - passionate for ministry! She's a graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary, and a teacher of a large woman’s Bible study, called “Bagels and Bible!”
We’re continuing our visit with Kim Rogers, a woman on a quest to faithfully serve God. She talks about a ministry that she felt led to start called Transparency- “Walk Worthy.” She’s a graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary.
Our guest is Kim Rogers, an amazing woman of faith! She’s a graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary, currently leading a large community Bible study for women; and is actively involved in various areas of ministry, as she takes us along on her life’s journey…
Our guest is Alice Macintosh. She shares how she doesn’t just read the Bible, but has lessons for us all on how to really search the Scriptures to see whether what we’ve been taught by others is true!
We continue our conversation with Pastor Samuel Rai from Nepal. His life reflects his country’s landscape, marked by high peaks and deep valleys! Born into one of the lowest castes and treated as less than human, he rose to command thousands in a Communist uprising. After a devastating defeat forced him to flee in despair, he discovered true hope in Jesus Christ!
We’re excited to spend time with Pastor Samuel Rai from Nepal! His story is as breathtaking as his homeland’s landscape, from the world’s highest Himalayan peaks to its deepest valleys. We hope you’ll be encouraged and inspired by what he shares with us!
To many, life in the inner-city can be extremely rough and difficult. The homeless population has risen dramatically, with crime and substance abuse plaguing their community. Our guest today came out of this lifestyle and shares how the Lord gave him a new lease on life! He’s Matthew Costa.
Jesus said in Acts 1:8 that you, as believers, “will be My witnesses unto the ends of the earth.” Our guest today shares with infectious enthusiasm about his adventures of doing just that, passing out little leaflets with Scripture verses that share the Gospel! He’s Abraham Frasier from Jamaica…
On our last few podcasts, we’ve been visiting with the vibrant Miss Lillie Knauls, known for singing on the hit, “Oh Happy Day,” & the Gaither Homecoming TV programs, videos, and tours! In our concluding talk with her, she shares about how she followed God’s will for her life, how she keeps going, her ministry to singles, and more!
As we enter a new year, we’re continuing our visit with Miss Lillie Knauls, who’s known for her performances as a member of the Gaither Homecoming friends & as a singer on the #1 hit song, “Oh Happy Day.” She explains how she came to sing in many of the most prestigious venues throughout the world!
This is Christmas week, and to help us celebrate, giving thanks and praise to God, is Dove Award recipient Lillie Knauls! The effervescent Miss Lillie – smile, hat, & all – shares about what’s truly important at Christmas, in word, song, & action! And what a treat – she was a regular singer featured on the Bill & Gloria Gaither Homecoming TV series!
“O Happy Day!” is a gospel song by the Edwin Hawkins Singers that made it to the top of the charts during the late 60's and early 70's worldwide! Our current guest, Miss Lillie Knauls, with her radiant smile and festive hats, who herself has been used mightily by the Lord, was a singer in that choir, and explains the mysterious way that happened! She also became one of the singers featured on the Bill & Gloria Gaither Homecoming television program, videos, and tours!
On our concluding interview with Christian news correspondent Brian Bush, he shares about his fascination and challenges with the city of Jerusalem, and how he’s delighted to be able to help listeners learn about what’s really happening there - particularly as a person who has lived in Jerusalem for over 25 years!
Brian Bush is our guest. He’s a news and biblical correspondent in the Middle East who has lived in Jerusalem for over 25 years. He gives us a firsthand perspective of life and Christianity in the Holy Lands.
To help us to reflect on Thanksgiving, particularly as children of God, we've called upon a dynamic communicator and Bible teacher, Pastor Joe Jacowitz of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA, to share his thoughts with us. We sat down with him at a local café…
Our guest on our podcast is Leigh Prater. He’s an Associate Pastor at Beth-El Baptist Church in Morgan Hill, CA, and shares of his service to the Lord as a Dad with a houseful of kids, a pastor ministering to a congregation, and as a missionary visiting various countries throughout the world!
We’re continuing our visit with Aubri Thompson, a Christian business owner whose company is on a mission -- to inspire and enable sustainable living, and to change the beauty industry! Now, that might sound bold, and the industry might even seem contradictory to her walk with God. But, listen to how Aubri explains her faith, as well as her business practices…
We’d like to introduce you to a young entrepreneur whose business as a chemistry major in college took her into an interesting line of work-especially for a Christian! She’s Aubri Thompson. We visited her at her office…
In our concluding podcast with Roy Goble, author of the book, “Salvaged: Leadership Lessons Pulled from the Junkyard,” he talks about avoiding pitfalls! Plus, he shares about a ministry that he and his wife D’Aun are involved with called PathLight International. It’s a ministry in Belize that offers at-risk children the gift of a secondary school education – and more!
We’re continuing our podcast with Roy Goble. As a successful Silicon Valley real estate developer, he shares how he learned many of his life lessons in a very unusual place - his father’s junkyard! He’s written a book about this, entitled: “Salvaged: Leadership Lessons Pulled from the Junkyard.”
We’re continuing our visit with dynamic speaker Roy Goble, a successful Silicon Valley real estate developer and author of the book, “Salvaged.” Working in his dad’s junkyard as a kid, Roy had no idea what his future held and the leadership lessons he would learn through his labors!
Our guest is Roy Goble. He’s a successful Silicon Valley real estate developer and author of the book, “Salvaged.” A dynamic speaker, Roy talks about some surprising lessons he learned as a boy working in his family-run business - a junkyard!
We’re continuing our visit with former Hollywood actor Jeff Grider. He explains here how he got discovered, the type of life he lived and witnessed while working in the film industry, and the difference between their vision of success and the TRUE success he found in the end!
Today we’re visiting with Jeff Grider who was the exception to that concept, who God changed during his acting career. Listen to his story of how he got into show business and then met the Lord. We caught up with him in Time Square in New York City.
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Robert J. Morgan, the teaching pastor of The Donelson Fellowship in Nashville, TN. He shares about his personal walk with the Lord, and how to keep our own walks with Him fresh and dynamic!
We’re excited to have you meet our guest - Pastor Robert J. Morgan, an awarded author and teaching pastor of The Donelson Fellowship in Nashville, Tennessee, where he has served for 40 years!
Our guest is a regular visitor with us on various biblical matters. He’s Bible teacher and pastor Joe Jacowitz. He’s the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is a term that’s widely used by Christians but a foreign concept to the secular hearer and even some church-goers. It’s the term, “Born Again.”
Diana Vuolo, the founder and executive director of a marvelous outreach called SWAN 4 Kids, is our guest. She shares amazing stories of how they reach out to children primarily of incarcerated parents through music- and change lives!
Diana Vuolo, the founder and executive director of a marvelous outreach called SWAN 4 Kids, is our guest. They reach out through music to children primarily of incarcerated parents, facing trauma in their homes.
Diana Vuolo is the founder and executive director of an extraordinary outreach to children called SWAN 4 Kids. They work with some of our most vulnerable youngsters - bringing music into the lives of children of incarcerated parents! Diana shares her own background and how SWAN 4 Kids started.
Pastor Orlicky shares on our podcast how he was an ironworker in construction, and at first had no desire to be a pastor, or even come close by marrying a pastor’s daughter; and how God changed his heart on both counts!
Dr. Paul Nelson is our guest. He’s the associate pastor of Sovereign Grace Baptist Church of Silicon Valley in Morgan Hill, CA; and also serves as the president of Grace Bible University; and a board member, and involved in numerous missionary efforts, with FirstLove Ministries. He shares about his fascinating journey through life as he switched his emphasis from the field of Biotechnology with a doctorate in chemistry, to what he felt was an undeniable call to the ministry!
Our guest on this feature is Pastor Arthur Mellon. He serves at Sovereign Grace Baptist Church of Hayward, CA. Pastor Mellon talks about how his church started and the interesting paths the Lord took him on before calling him to become a pastor; but most importantly, how (when) he became saved!
We’re continuing our phone conversation with Evangeline Rodriguez, who lives in the New York City area. She’s been telling us about working on Wall Street, living what she thought was the good life, until the Word of God completely changed her!
We’re traveling by telephone to the New York City metropolitan area to visit with a dear sister in the Lord. She’s Evangeline Rodriguez, and she shares how she was changed into a completely different person overnight!
The United States is celebrating its anniversary. And with us is Bible teacher and pastor Joe Jacowitz. He’s the chairman of FirstLove Ministries and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Although we’re highlighting the U.S., the biblical principles apply to all nations throughout the world. And what do we see from God in the nations today?
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re continuing our look at what the Bible has to say about God’s love and His most precious gift to His children – “all who are called by His Name.”
We’re looking at a new topic, “God’s Love,” with Bible teacher and pastor, Joe Jacowitz. Pastor Jacowitz is the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. He's diving into what the Bible has to say about God’s love - for believers as well as for non-believers. Is it one and the same?
We’ve been hearing from Jonah who has been sharing his incredible story of how he came to the United States, escaping the Communist takeover of South Vietnam on a small boat that he and his brother built, with 17 others on board. Jonah tells how it was for them when they spotted land after drifting in the sea for so many nights and days. Had they finally made it to a place of refuge and freedom?
We’ve been sharing the dramatic story of how 17 people, led by Jonah and his brother, escaped South Vietnam on a tiny homemade boat after the Communist takeover.
Last time, we left off with these weary escapees landing on an island, thinking they were free—only to discover they’d reached Cambodia instead of Thailand! Gunmen quickly seized them and threatened to shoot. Listen to Jonah explain what happened next…
In 1975, at the end of the Vietnam War after the fall of the then-capital, Saigon of South Vietnam, many Vietnamese people escaped their country by boat or by land. The journey was dangerous, with many people dying at sea. Our guest was one of those people, who shares about his courageous journey and how the Lord guided him and all those who traveled with him. His name is Jonah...
On our last few podcasts, Linda Eve has been sharing her story about her 5-year captivity in a labor camp by the Communist regime in the late 1970's, her escape; and then about coming to America and being exposed to Christianity. Now, on our concluding visit with her, Linda talks about taking God’s help back to Cambodia!
On our last podcast Linda Eve shared her heart-wrenching story of how she went from almost becoming a medical doctor in Cambodia to being relocated to a forced labor camp in the country by the Communists. She was there for five years before escaping. She told how she had to walk nearly 100 miles on foot through jungles, and avoiding mine fields, to Thailand before coming to America.
In Cambodia, a genocide was carried out by the by the Communist Khmer Rouge regime between 1975 and 1979. During that period soldiers relocated most of the population from urban cities to forced labor camps. Malnutrition, torture, and mass executions led to the deaths of an estimated 25% of the total population - 1.5 to 3 million people. How did Linda Eves endure these hardships?!
We’re continuing our visit with evangelist, conference speaker and founder of Justin Peters Ministries - Justin Peters. We caught up with him at the G3 National Conference, in Atlanta, Georgia, where he was speaking. He mentioned in his testimony that he came to truth under his own preaching and how true repentance plays an important role.
We’re visiting with evangelist, popular conference speaker and founder of Justin Peters Ministries - Justin Peters. We caught up with him at the G3 National Conference, in Atlanta, Georgia, where he was speaking. We were there representing FirstLove Radio and conducting interviews for our podcast…
This is Holy, or Passion, Week. With us to talk about the significance of this week and the days leading up to Resurrection Sunday is Pastor Joe Jacowitz. Pastor Joe is the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re visiting with Adam Albright, who shares how he’s taking the Gospel out into the highways and byways of life. He has an interesting background as a former professional cage fighter!
In our concluding talk with Hans Shapp, who had come West from behind the wall in Communist East Germany in the ‘70s, he shares how he feels called to go out onto the highways and by-ways of life to share the Gospel wherever he can - even back to those drugs and alcohol-fueled discos where he once was a frequent visitor!
We’ve been visiting with Hans Shapp, who’s been sharing with us how he came out of East Germany in the ‘70's, when barriers of barbed wire and concrete walls blocked off the West, to what he thought was a newfound freedom. But not until he was introduced to Jesus as his Lord and Savior did his life really change!
On our last podcast, Hans Shapp told of his life growing up behind the wall in East Germany during the 60's and 70's under Communist rule; and then suddenly being deported to the West. It was like a child having free run in a candy shop. Neon lights glowed in the night skies. Music blared out from the discotheques. Drugs and alcohol were widely available. Did any of this bring Hans happiness, peace, or freedom?
During the night of August 13, 1961, the East German government closed off the border from the West. Hans Shapp grew up in East Germany during this time; he tells his story of suddenly being cut off from the West and living behind the wall!
We’re visiting with Teddy Feldmann, the Community Outreach Coordinator, at CityTeam in Oakland, CA. Teddy has been telling us about the services and programs they offer to those in need on the streets, and how they change lives, as he was helped, as well!
Join us on our podcast and hear how God is using a place called CityTeam to reach so many. We’re at their location in downtown Oakland, CA, meeting with Teddy Feldmann, their Community Outreach Coordinator, who was once on a journey to go through their program!
We’re at CityTeam’s location in downtown Oakland, California, continuing our visit with Teddy Feldmann. He is their Community Outreach Coordinator, who was a former frequent visitor! A leader now, he talks about the struggle of the journey to get where he is, and the Hand of the Lord guiding him...
One oasis opening its doors to the people on the streets is called CityTeam. It’s located in the heart of the city. And with us to talk about their work and service is Teddy Feldmann, their Community Outreach Coordinator- and former resident and student!
We’re continuing our visit with artist Deborah Samia. On our concluding visit with her, she talked about how one's gifts, and her gift of art in particular, can be used for the Lord, as well as the battle between self-glory and giving God the glory!
Join us for our continuing visit with the talented artist and sculpturist Deborah Samia! With a God-given gift for art, she's been creating since she was a child. We’ve been talking with her about her exploring how to combine her art and her faith, "but communicating in a language that is not just for people who know the stories of the Bible!”
We’d like to introduce you to a very talented artist- Deborah Samia. Her primary form of art is sculpture, and if you drive around town in the San Francisco Bay area, you might pass by one of her pieces of a public figure or an art form on display! She talks about discovering her gift, and seeking to develop that now as a woman of faith…
Our guest today comes from one of those countries - Mali, in West Africa. Mali is 90% Muslim, with Christians making up just 2% of the population, and is listed on the Open Doors World Watch List of the top 50 countries where Christians are persecuted for their faith. But, hear how our brother is living with, and spreading, the Good News!
On our last few podcasts, we’ve been visiting Lillie Knauls. She’s most notably known for her performances on the Gaither Homecoming TV program, videos, and tours. On our concluding talk with her, she shares how she maintains her health and stamina, as well as her spiritual well-being, in this crazy and demanding world; and also, about a singles ministry she’s involved with...
As we enter a new year we’re continuing our visit Lillie Knauls, who’s most notably known for her performances as a member of the Gaither Homecoming friends and a singer with the number 1 hit song “Oh Happy Day,” with the Edwin Hawkins Singers. She’s traveled extensively across our country and has sung in many of the most prestigious venues throughout the world.
This is Christmas week and to help us celebrate, giving thanks and praise to God, is Dove award recipient Lillie Knauls! The effervescent Miss Lillie – smile, hat, and all – shares about what’s truly important at Christmas, in word and song! And what a treat – singing all over the world, she was also a regular singer featured on the Bill & Gloria Gaither Homecoming T.V. series!
“Oh Happy Day!” was a gospel song by the Edwin Hawkins Singers that made it to the top of the charts during the late ‘60's and early ‘70's worldwide! Lillie Knauls, our guest, was one of those singers, who herself has been used mightily by the Lord. Miss Lillie, as many know her, with her radiant smile and her glorious hats, was also featured on the “Bill & Gloria Gaither Homecoming” TV program, videos & tours.
Operation Christmas Child is an exciting project that happens this time of year, and perhaps your church is involved. It’s an outreach of Samaritan’s Purse. Operation Christmas Child is actively wanting to collect more gift-filled shoe boxes than ever before, because now more than ever, children need hope! And with us on the phone to talk about “Operation Christmas Child” is Dana Williams, the Media Relations Assistant Manager for Samaritan's Purse.
We’ve come to our concluding episode of our visit with Pastor Joe Jacowitz and his thrilling story. We left off where Joe and his wife were attending the orthodox Jewish wedding of his niece. Next day at the Rabbi’s dinner, all eyes were on him as several rabbis and other Jewish leaders confronted Joe as a Jew who had become a Christian! - “Why have you left us?!”
To help us to reflect on Thanksgiving, particularly as children of God, we've called upon a dynamic communicator and Bible teacher, Pastor Joe Jacowitz of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA, to share his thoughts with us. We sat down with him at a local café…
We’re continuing our visit with Joe Jacowitz, who grew up as a Jew and was on his way to becoming a Rabbi. His life took a dramatic turn while he was in the marines and he became a Christian! He instead felt called into the Christian ministry and became a pastor! This is where we’ll pick up his dramatic story...
Well, again we’re continuing to listen-in on the adventure of Pastor Joe Jacowitz’s life-changing story as he shares it as only he can! If you’ve missed any part of it, or would like to listen again, they’re all posted on our website at connectionswithrichandbobbi.com. So, now let’s jump in where we left off!
We’re again continuing to visit with Pastor Joe Jacowitz. He’s been sharing how God changed his life as a Jew growing up in Brooklyn, NY, as he joined the Marines, moved up the ranks to become a sergeant, and then, surprisingly, found his true Messiah, Jesus, and became a totally "new creature in Christ"!
Joe Jacowitz has been sharing his incredible story of how God changed his Jewish heart, as a Marine Sergeant, while being witnessed to by a private named Bob! Bob was sharing from the Scriptures that Jesus was the true Messiah, who can bring us forgiveness! But Joe had his doubts because of his past, particularly after having persecuted a soldier in his platoon named Metcalf...
We’re continuing to hear from Joe Jacowitz as he shares his testimony of how the Lord changed his heart as a Jew to follow Jesus. We left off when Joe was in the Marines, & a young Christian named Bob was showing him about the Messiah in Joe’s own Jewish Bible! But Joe wanted to hear what his Rabbi thought of it. So off they went to ask him...
We’re continuing with our visit with Joe Jacowitz as he shares his compelling testimony of how a Jewish boy from Brooklyn joined the Marines, and through various circumstances, found himself in a quandary regarding his relationship with God. We left off with Joe madly driving away from the base, desperately lamenting before the Lord!
We’re continuing with the testimony of Joe Jacowitz, as he shares his earth-shattering experience of how God revealed to him that Jesus is the Messiah and that eternal life comes only through Him! Joe, who grew up as a Jew, is currently the pastor of Christ Bible Church and president of First Love Ministries.
So how does the Lord grab ahold of the attention of an intense young Jewish Marine who’s been studying to become a Rabbi, and shake up his faith with one question?! Joe Jacowitz continues his fascinating story of how God turned his spiritual journey upside down, leading him to become pastor of Christ Bible Church and founder and president of the Christian outreach, FirstLove Ministries!
Today we begin an extraordinary story of a young Brooklyn Jewish boy who grew up right next to the boardwalk on Coney Island, in NY. Grown now, he recounts his journey from wanting to be a Rabbi, to the Lord changing his heart to follow Yeshua-Jesus-as his Lord and Savior! He’s Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president and founder of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church.
Our guest is Sadaf from Pakistan. He’s a dear servant of the Lord who shares about some of the struggles and difficulties for Christians living in a suppressed land where they’re considered outcasts.
We conclude our talk with a person who’s been deeply scarred from her childhood. She was sexually abused by not only her father, but, as we’ll hear, in one of the most unlikely places where we take our children! But God is always faithful, and she shares how He’s led her to ongoing growth and healing…
We’re continuing our talk with a woman who was sexually abused as a child, who shares her courageous story of survival and recovery from the scars of her abuse, by God’s Grace.
(Portions of her story are somewhat graphic and may not be appropriate for younger listeners)
We’re visiting with a person who shares her courageous story of growing up in a home where she was sexually abused as a child.
Portions of her story are somewhat graphic and may not be appropriate for younger listeners. But, it’s an important message of what many households may be going through no matter where they live or their social or economic status - and how this young lady was able to survive and heal!
We’re continuing our talk at a local café with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of First Love Ministries and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. He shares the various ways that God speaks to all of mankind as we look at the topic, “Why the Bible?”
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We asked Pastor Joe to explain to those who are searching for truth why we as Christians look to the Bible for guidance and direction. They may say, “Why the Bible?”
We’re talking with Bible teacher Pastor Joe Jacowitz about the difference between being “religious” and actually having a personal relationship with the Lord - and why that difference is of crucial importance! Pastor Joe is the president of FirstLove Ministries and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re visiting with Rev. Homer Tricules, who the Lord used mightily to reach a mostly untouched group of people in our society that live in a community of their own. He ministered to the stable hands in the back areas of the racetracks in New Jersey. And, although he’s now home with the Lord, we want you to hear his amazing stories about his diligent work, and what happened when he started to totally trust God to lead him when he started his ministry! We met up with him at the Meadowlands Racetrack in New Jersey...
On this program, we want you to hear from a man of God who left his longtime pastorate at a church to answer a call to minister to a very unlikely group of people who are almost forgotten, behind the scenes. He was the chaplain to stablehands at various racetracks in New Jersey! He’s Rev. Homer Tricules. And, although he’s now enjoying his eternal reward in heaven, we thought it would be very beneficial to have you hear our interview with him at the Meadowlands Race Track in New Jersey.
We’ve come to our concluding visit with Johan Schep from Holland who was living in Israel when we met him. In this episode, he presents an important life-provoking challenge! To hear it, tune-in to our podcast with him!
We’re continuing our visit with Johan Schep, a Hollander living in Israel. Listen to the amazing story of his life, searching for freedom---and finding it, and our most important purpose, in the desert and then the city in Israel!
We’re continuing our visit with Johan Schep, a Dutchman from Holland who found himself living in a little hut in the desert in Israel. Listen to his story of how he was searching for freedom, and made an important decision: “I started to follow the right boss - Jesus!”
We’d like to introduce you to a charming Dutchman from Holland named Johan Schep. He shares his story of being an adventurous young man who felt caged in and needed to be set free!
On the last several programs, we've been hearing Pastor Chamron Phal share his heart-wrenching story of life and survival through the Killng Fields" of Cambodia in the late 1970s. Now on our concluding visit, Chamron shares how he's fulfilling his pledge to God to serve Him with his life!
We’re continuing with Pastor Chamron Phal’s story of his survival through the “Killing Fields” in Cambodia during the mid-1970's. Chamron tells of his escape to freedom in Thailand, & finally to the U.S.; & how he had made a vow to God when he was in the depths of terror and almost lost his life!
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Chamron Phal. He’s been sharing his story of his survival through the “Killing Fields” in Cambodia during the mid-1970's, and talks here about his escape and challenging life in Thailand!
We're continuing our visit with Pastor Chamron Phal, who's been sharing his incredible story of life and survival through the "Killing Fields" of Cambodia during the mid-1970s. He explained how life changed when the Communist Khmer Rouge soldiers marched into his village, and how the Lord had already been preparing him for the torturous trials that lay ahead!
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Chamron Phal, who’s been sharing his incredible story of life and survival through the “Killing Fields” of Cambodia during the mid1970’s.
We had the privilege of meeting and interviewing a person who’s had an extraordinary life of severe challenges, followed by victory! He’s Pastor Chamron Phal. Hear him tell his story of how the simple words, “Save me Jesus!” helped him endure a terror that was soon to engulf his peaceful village in Cambodia.
To many, life in the inner-city can be extremely rough- the rising homeless population, crime rate, and substance abuse plague the community. Our guest came through this lifestyle, and shares how the Lord gave him a new lease on life! He’s Matthew Costa.
We’re visiting with Australian biblical apologist Ken Ham, a dynamic speaker whose ministry, “Answers in Genesis,” also includes a highly acclaimed Creation Museum, and the Ark Encounter, a full-size replica of Noah’s Ark! He passionately explains with simplicity and clarity what “apologetics” is, and why it’s crucial for every Christian to study it!
Dan and Armando Vargas are our guests. Monaco's Grand Prix is a spectacular event in Europe! Just imagine if someone asked you to create a model layout of the raceway, which includes the entire city of Monaco in all of its grandeur! Sounds unlikely?! Well, not to Dan and Armando! Hear how they created it, and many other meticulous models, by leaning on their Heavenly Father- the Creator of all things!
In our concluding visit with Kirk Legacy, he shares how he and his wife Jane were called to serve God to the nomadic Kurdish people along the war-torn region of the Turkish - Iraqi border, and how the Lord had prepared yet another surprising life-changing event for them!
We’re continuing our visit with Kirk Legacy. Kirk has been used mightily of the Lord to minister to a nomadic people that had no nation to call their own. They are the Kurdish people along the border of Turkey, Iraq and Iran. But, before embarking on his missionary endeavors, Kirk was battling the dreadful disease of Cystic Fibrosis, lying in his hospital bed not knowing if tomorrow on earth would ever come.
Most of us take for granted the air we breathe. Not so for our guest Kirk Legacy, as he shares his story of growing up with Cystic Fibrosis. We met Kirk at a very unusual forum dedicated to 12 hours of continuous prayer and worship! It was held at Facebook (Meta) - on their main campus in California.
This is Holy or Passion Week. With us to talk about the significance of this week and the various observed days leading up to Resurrection Sunday is Pastor Joe Jacowitz. Pastor Joe is the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re continuing our visit with Patrick Hudson. On our last program, he described how he was living a life of denial, walking in sin even as a Christian. Here he shares if and how overcoming this is possible, and how his life has changed!
Our guest on this program has a sobering testimony - he’s Patrick Hudson. Although he grew up in the church, he possessed an addiction that, sadly to say, allures many into a life of denial and sin. Hear how he went from not even knowing he was in trouble, to overcoming it, to helping others!
Our topic is Jesus, the Messiah, and we’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re looking at a few verses in the Bible book of John, Chapter 1, to find out what happened when Jesus came to John the Baptist as a young man!
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re continuing our look at what the Bible has to say about God’s love, His most precious gift to His children-what makes it so precious to us?
We’re looking at the topic, “God’s Love,” with Bible teacher and pastor Joe Jacowitz. Pastor Jacowitz is the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We asked him to explain what the Bible has to say about God’s love for believers as well as non-believers - the world!
On our concluding interview with Christian news correspondent Brian Bush, he shares how he’s delighted to be able to help listeners learn about what’s really happening there, particularly as a Christian person who has lived in Jerusalem for over 25 years!
Brian Bush is our guest -- he’s a news and biblical correspondent in the Middle East who has lived in Jerusalem for over 25 years. He gives us a firsthand perspective of life in the Holy Lands.
We’re talking with Bible teacher Pastor Joe Jacowitz about the difference between being religious and actually having a personal relationship with the Lord. Pastor Joe is the president of FirstLove Ministries and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is vital! It’s life-saving! It’s salvation! Pastor Joe presents a clear biblical and practical description of salvation, and what it means for seekers and believers alike!
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is, clarifying the meaning of the word, "Gospel!"
Leigh Prater, our guest on our podcast, shares about serving the Lord as a dad with a house full of kids, a pastor ministering to a congregation, and a missionary visiting various countries throughout the world! He serves as an associate pastor at Beth-El Baptist Church in Morgan Hill, CA.
With us today is Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re talking with him about various ways that we as believers in Jesus Christ can share our faith, whether it be through our conversations with somebody... or seeing a sign like “Jesus Saves”!
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president and founder of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is Revival! And, during these times of social unrest and uncertainty, are we ripe for revival?
Christmas is a special time for many throughout the world. But, how and why is it celebrated? Her to help discover the true meaning of this holiday is Bible teacher Pastor Joe Jacowtiz, the president of FirstLove Ministries and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re visiting with Adam Albright, who shares how he’s taking the Gospel out into the highways and byways of life-literally! He has an interesting background as a former professional cage fighter - now, he’s fighting for the Lord!
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re continuing our look at what the Bible has to say about God’s love, and His most precious gift to His children!
We’re looking at the topic “God’s Love” with Bible Teacher and Pastor, Joe Jacowitz. Pastor Jacowitz is the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
To help us to reflect upon Thanksgiving, particularly as children of God, we’ve called upon the great communicator and Bible teacher, Pastor Joe Jacowitz of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA, to share his thoughts with us!
We’re concluding our visit with Clare Effiong, who’s been sharing how the Lord led her away from working in the diplomat corps to a clear calling to help in Rwanda, where a horrific genocide had left hundreds of thousands of children without parents, roaming the streets. Hear her passion for answering a calling, God’s faithfulness when we say yes, and one amazing example of the difference it makes!
We’re continuing our visit with Clare Effiong. She was a former worker in the diplomat corps for Nigeria in New York City. She told how she left her position there to follow in faith God’s call to help the orphan children of Rwanda! The horrific genocide had devastated the country, leaving hundreds of thousands of children homeless, without parents, roaming the streets.
We'd like to introduce you to a valiant servant of the Lord’s-she's Clare Effiong. She came to the United States as a diplomat for the Nigerian consulate in New York City. She tells of her amazing journey, seeking the Lord’s true calling on her life, and how He led her to a completely different part of the world that was crying out for help!
We're continuing our visit with Pastor Murungi Igweta from Kenya, the pastor of Trinity Baptist Church in Nairobi, Kenya. In our concluding visit with him, he talks about some of the differences he's found between declaring your faith as a Christian in his country, and in the United States; as well as, where - and how - to find Truth!
We're visiting today with Pastor Murungi Igweta from Kenya - pastor of Trinity Baptist Church in Nairobi, Kenya. We caught up with him on his visit to the United States, and he shares his interesting observations about shining the Light!
We're continuing our visit with Patrick Hudson. On our last program, he described how he was living a life of denial, walking in sin even though he was a church member. He shares here how he sought help and counseling through Pure Life Ministries, and what the Lord had in store for him!
Our guest on this program has a sobering testimony - he's Patrick Hudson. Although he grew up in the church, he possessed an addiction that, sadly to say, allures many into a life of denial and sin.
We've come to our concluding visit with the inspiring Johan Schep from Holland, who was living in Israel when we met him. In this episode, he presents a life-provoking challenge! To hear it, tune-in to our podcast with him!
We're continuing our visit with Johan Schep, a Hollander who wound up in Israel. Listen to his amazing story of his life's journeys, and the challenges of bringing the Good News through the desert, and then to the city, as a Christian in Israel!
We're continuing our visit with Johan Schep, a Dutchman from Holland who found himself living in a little hut in the desert in Israel! Listen to his wonderful story of how he came to a life-altering decision!
We'd like to introduce you to Johan Schep, a Dutchman from Holland who shares his amazing story of being an adventurous young man who faced many difficult challenges...felt caged in...and needed to be set free!
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Carter Conlon. He’s the General Overseer of Times Square Church in the heart of New York City--a diverse ministry with over 10,000 locals and tourists in attendance, representing over 100 different nationalities. He’s sharing where our HOPE lies!
We’re visiting with the General Overseer of a well-known church in the heart of New York City. He’s Pastor Carter Conlon of Times Square Church. He talks about their mission and outreach within this city, a vast metropolis, and beyond!
That calling was to bring the gospel of Jesus Christ to those who had not heard this life-saving message in the Far East. Pastor Eric Eichinger, author of the book, “The Final Race,” is our guest. He shares some of the most interesting insights he discovered while writing this intimate biography of Eric Liddell!
Although many in Scotland and the UK reverenced Eric Liddell as their hero and champion, he didn’t bask in his Olympic fame! Author and Pastor Eric Eichinger is our guest, and he continues sharing some of the amazing details he discovered about Eric Liddell’s life as brilliantly portrayed in his book, “The Final Race.”
We’re hearing about the story of the famed 1920s Olympian Eric Liddell, beyond his “Chariots of Fire” glory as brilliantly portrayed in the book, “The Final Race.” Author and Pastor Eric Eichinger is our guest, as he shares some of the interesting insights he discovered while writing this biography.
We’re visiting with Pastor and author Eric Eichinger. He’s written an inspiring book called, “The Final Race,” about the heroic life story of the 1920s Scottish Olympian Eric Liddell, featured in the film “Chariots of Fire”- but completing the amazing story!
We’re continuing our talk at a local café with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of First Love Ministries and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. He shares the various ways that God speaks to all of mankind as we look at the topic, “Why the Bible?”
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We asked Pastor Joe to explain to those who are searching for truth why we as Christians look to the Bible for guidance and direction. They may say, “Why the Bible?”
The United States has just celebrated its anniversary. With us to discuss how a nation - and individuals - are blessed by God - or not! - is Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of FirstLove Ministries and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. These biblical principles apply to all nations and people throughout the world!
On the last several programs we’ve been hearing Pastor Chamron Phal share his heart-wrenching story of life and survival in the “Killing Fields” of Cambodia during the late 70's. Now, on our concluding visit, Chamron shares how he’s fulfilling his pledge to God to serve Him with his life.
We’re continuing with Pastor Chamron Phal’s story of his survival through the “Killing Fields” in Cambodia during the mid-1970's. Chamron tells of his escape to freedom in Thailand, and finally to the U.S.; and how he had made a vow to God when he was in the depths of terror and almost lost his life!
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Chamron Phal. He’s been sharing his story of his survival through the “Killing Fields” in Cambodia during the mid-1970's, and talks here about his escape and challenging life in Thailand!
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Chamron Phal, who’s been sharing his incredible story of life and survival through the “Killing Fields” of Cambodia during the mid-1970’s. He explained how life changed when the Communist Khmer Rouge soldiers marched into his village, and how the Lord had already been preparing him for the torturous trials that lay ahead!
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Chamron Phal who’s been sharing his incredible story of life and survival through the “Killing Fields” of Cambodia during the mid 1970’s.
We had the privilege of meeting and interviewing a person who’s had an extraordinary life of severe challenges, followed by victory---Pastor Chamron Phal! Hear him tell his story of how the simple words, “Save me Jesus!” helped him to endure a terror that engulfed his peaceful village in Cambodia in 1975!
We’re continuing our visit with evangelist, conference speaker, and founder of Justin Peters Ministries - Justin Peters! We caught up with him at the G3 National Conference, in Atlanta, Georgia, where he was speaking. In his testimony, he told how he came to truth under his own preaching, and how true repentance plays an important role!
We’re visiting with evangelist, popular conference speaker and founder of Justin Peters Ministries - Justin Peters! He was speaking at the G3 National Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. We were there representing FirstLove Radio and conducting interviews for our podcast, and were thrilled to find that the Lord had scheduled a divine appointment for us with our speaker, Justin Peters!
We’re visiting with Rev. Homer Tricules, who the Lord used mightily to reach a mostly untouched group of people in our society that live in a community of their own. He ministered to the stable hands in the back areas of the racetracks in New Jersey. And, although he’s now home with the Lord, we want you to hear his amazing stories about his diligent work, and how he trusted God to lead him when he started his ministry! We met up with him at the Meadowlands Racetrack in New Jersey...
On this program we’re talking to a man of God who left his long-time church pastorate to answer a call to minister to a very unlikely group of people who are almost forgotten behind the scenes. He’s Rev. Homer Tricules. Although he’s now in heaven, we want you hear our interview with him at the Meadowlands Race Track in NJ, as he left an inspirational legacy of love!
We’re talking with Bible teacher Pastor Joe Jacowitz about the difference between being religious and actually having a personal relationship with the Lord. Pastor Joe is the president of FirstLove Ministries and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is Jesus, the Son of God, and we’re looking at a few verses in the Gospel of John Chapter 1 where Jesus came to be baptized by John the Baptist...
This is Holy or Passion Week! With us to talk about the significance of this week and the days leading up to Resurrection Sunday is the great communicator, Pastor Joseph Jacowitz! Pastor Joe is the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is vital! It’s life-saving! It’s salvation! Pastor Joe presents a clear biblical and practical description of salvation, and what it means for seekers and believers alike!
In our concluding interview with Christian news correspondent Brian Bush, he shares how he’s delighted to be able to help listeners learn about what’s really happening there, particularly as a Christian who has lived in Jerusalem for over 25 years!
Brian Bush is our guest -- he’s a news and biblical correspondent in the Middle East who has lived in Jerusalem for over 25 years. He gives us a firsthand perspective of life in the Holy Lands -and how it’s changing!
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re continuing our look at what the Bible has to say about God’s love and His gift of eternal salvation– who can get it, and is it earned?
We’re looking at the topic, “God’s Love,” with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re examining what the Bible has to say about God’s love for believers as well as non-believers - the whole world!
With us today is Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of First Love Ministries, and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re talking with him about various ways that we, as believers in Jesus Christ, can share our faith- whether it be through a conversation with somebody…or showing a sign like “Jesus Saves" and how effective is it?!
In our concluding visit with Kirk Legacy, he shares how he and his wife Jane were called to serve God with the nomadic Kurdish people along the war-torn region of the Turkish-Iraqi border, and how the Lord had prepared an amazing life-changing event for them!
We’re continuing our visit with Kirk Legacy. Kirk has been used mightily of the Lord to minister to a nomadic people that had no nation to call their own - the Kurdish people along the border of Turkey, Iraq and Iran. But before embarking on his missionary endeavors, Kirk was battling the dreadful disease, Cystic Fibrosis, lying in his hospital bed not knowing if tomorrow on earth would ever come.
Most of us take for granted the air we breathe. Not so for Kirk Legacy, who shares his story of growing up with serious cystic fibrosis. We met at a very unusual forum, dedicated to 12 hours of continuous prayer and worship-at Facebook (Meta), on their main campus in California! And Kirk was playing trombone with a band!
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president and founder of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is Revival! What happens during a revival? Why should we want one? And, during these times of social unrest and uncertainty, are we ripe for a revival?
Bob Butts is our guest! He’s the Chief Operating Officer for “Truth For Life Ministries” - the Bible teaching ministry of Alistair Begg.” Bob talks about the ministry and how it got started.
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is: clarifying the meaning of the word, “Gospel.”
We’ve been visiting with the delightful Miss Lillie Knauls, known for singing on the hit, “Oh Happy Day,” and the Gaither Homecoming TV programs, videos, and tours! In our concluding talk with her, she shares how to find and follow God’s will, how she keeps going, and about serving single!
As we enter a new year, we’re continuing our visit with the effervescent Lillie Knauls! She shares how a girl working at the phone company and singing in church became a member of the Gaither Homecoming friends, and a singer with the number one hit, “Oh Happy Day," singing in the most prestigious venues throughout the world!
This Christmas week, lifting our spirits and helping us celebrate, and sharing how to experience the joy of Christmas no matter what our circumstances, is Dove Award recipient Lillie Knauls! Miss Lillie, with her radiant smile and trademark hats, has been a regular singer featured on the Bill & Gloria Gaither Homecoming TV series, and shares her faith and joy here in words and songs!
“Oh Happy Day!” is a gospel song that exploded to #1 worldwide as sung by the Edwin Hawkins Singers in the 60s! Meet Lillie Knauls, one of those singers! She tells her amazing story of how she came to share her joy worldwide, and as a regular singer on the Bill & Gloria Gaither Homecoming TV program and tours!
We’re visiting with biblical apologist Ken Ham, whose fascinating ministry “Answers in Genesis” also includes a highly acclaimed Creation Museum, and the Ark Encounter, a full-size replica of Noah’s Ark!
Our guest on our podcast is Leigh Prater. He’s an Associate Pastor at Beth-El Baptist Church in Morgan Hill, CA, and shares about his service to the Lord-as a Dad with a houseful of kids, as a pastor ministering to a congregation, and as a missionary visiting various countries throughout the world!
To help us to reflect on Thanksgiving, particularly as children of God, we’ve called on Bible teacher, Pastor Joe Jacowitz of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA, to share his thoughts with us: what is the reality of Thanksgiving now- and what does God really want?!
We conclude our talk with a person who’s been deeply scarred from her childhood. She was sexually abused by not only her father, but, as we’ll hear, in one of the most unlikely of places, where we take our children! But God is always faithful, leading us to growth and healing!
Portions of her story are somewhat graphic and may not be appropriate for children or younger listeners.
We’re continuing our talk with a woman who was sexually abused as a child, who shares her courageous story of survival and recovery from the scars of her abuse, by God’s Grace.
Portions of her story are somewhat graphic and may not be appropriate for children or younger listeners
We’re visiting with a person who shares her courageous story of growing up in a home where she was sexually abused as a child and is growing and healing with the Lord! Portions of her story are somewhat graphic and may not be appropriate for children or younger listeners, but it’s an important message of what many households may be going through no matter where they are socially or economically, and healing is possible!
We’re continuing our talk at a local café with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of First Love Ministries and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. He shares the various ways that God speaks to all of mankind as we look at the topic, “Why the Bible?”
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We asked Pastor Joe to explain to those who are searching for truth why we as Christian look to the Bible for guidance and direction. They may say, “Why the Bible?”
We’re continuing our visit with Arne Brillinger. Now, Arne has a very unique ministry that’s a witness to everyone around him wherever he goes. They’re signs that he attaches to his wheelchair. So, out he goes each day on his self-powered wheelchair declaring his faith in Christ to all who come his way.
Today we’re visiting with a very special person who, in spite of being confined to a wheelchair, shares his unique way of being a witness for Christ wherever he goes! He’s Arne Brillinger. We caught up with Arne at a grocery store...
Also, check out our YouTube channel: Connections with Rich and Bobbi, to see our interview with Arne Brillinger and others!
To many, life in the inner-city can be extremely rough-- rising homeless population, crime rate, and substance abuse plague the community. Our guest came through this lifestyle and shares how the Lord gave him a new lease on life! He’s Matthew Costa.
Also, check out our YouTube channel, Connections with Rich and Bobbi, to see our interview with Matthew Costa and others!
To many, life in the inner-city can be extremely rough-- rising homeless population, crime rate, and substance abuse plague the community. Our guest came through this lifestyle and shares how the Lord gave him a new lease on life! He’s Matthew Costa.
Also, check out our YouTube channel, Connections with Rich and Bobbi, to see our interview with Matthew Costa and others!
Dan and Armando Vargas are our guests. Monaco’s Grand Prix is a spectacular event in Europe! Just imagine if someone asked you to create a model layout of the raceway in the city of Monaco in all of its grandeur! Sounds unlikely? Well, not to Dan and Armando! Also, check it out on our YouTube channel: Connections with Rich and Bobbi.
Dan and Armando Vargas are our guests. Monaco’s Grand Prix is a spectacular event in Europe! Just imagine if someone asked you to create a model layout of the raceway in the city of Monaco in all of its grandeur! Sounds unlikely? Well, not to Dan and Armando! Also, check it out on our YouTube channel: Connections with Rich and Bobbi.
We’re continuing our look at the topics “grace” and “works” with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We asked Pastor Joe to clarify what the Bible means by “grace” and “works,” and which will help to save us!
We’re continuing our look at the topics “grace” and “works” with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We asked Pastor Joe to clarify what the Bible means by “grace” and “works,” and which will help to save us!
We’re looking at a new topic with Bible teacher and pastor, Joe Jacowitz. It’s looking at what the Bible has to say about God’s grace and our works, and is vital to our future in eternity! Pastor Joe is the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
Our guest is a regular visitor with us on various biblical matters - he’s Bible teacher and pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is exploring a term that’s widely used by Christians, but a foreign concept to the secular hearer, and even to some church-goers! It’s the term, “Born Again!”
We’re continuing our visit with Aubri Thompson, a Christian business owner whose company is on a mission - to inspire and enable sustainable living and change the beauty industry! Now, that might sound bold and even contradictory to her walk with God. But, listen to how Aubri explains her faith, her business practices, and her life goals!
We’d like to introduce you to a young entrepreneur whose studies as a chemistry major in college took her into a very interesting line of work! She’s Aubri Thompson - we visited her at her office, where she shared about how her studies, experience, and the Lord all combined to lead her to start a groundbreaking new company!
We conclude our discussion with Phil Cooke, president of Cooke Media Group, and Jonathan Bock, founder and head of Grace Hill Media, about their book, “The Way Back - How Christians Blew Our Credibility and HOW WE GET IT BACK.” Now, you might be thinking, “These are marketing guys, what do they know about the church and Christ’s followers?” Listen to their thought provoking and challenging look at Christians and their practice of Christianity!
“Who do you idolize?” is a question that’s addressed by our guests, Hollywood executives, Phil Cooke, president of Cooke Media Group, and Jonathan Bock, founder and head of Grace Hill Media. They’ve written a book entitled, “The Way Back - How Christians Blew Our Credibility and HOW WE GET IT BACK.” And, as Christians and marketing guys, they present a unique perspective on how we’re perceived as people of faith.
Joining us to talk about the church and a perceived disconnect that Christ’s followers have in today’s society are Hollywood executives, Phil Cooke, the president of the Cooke Media Group, and Jonathan Bock, founder and head of Grace Hill Media. They’ve co-authored a book addressing this concern entitled “The Way Back - How Christians Blew Our Credibility and HOW WE GET IT BACK.”
We traveled to Hollywood to find out, asking two top people in the industry who are Christians - Phil Cooke, the president of the Cooke Media Group, and Jonathan Bock, founder and head of Grace Hill Media. They’ve also co-authored a book entitled, “The Way Back - How Christians Blew Our Credibility and HOW WE GET IT BACK.”
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re continuing our look at what the Bible has to say about God’s love and His gift of eternal salvation– who can get it, and is it earned?
The United States has just celebrated its anniversary. With us to discuss how a nation--and individuals, are blessed by God is Bible teacher Joe Jacowitz, the president of FirstLove Ministries and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. These biblical principles apply to all nations and people throughout the world!
We’re looking at a new topic, “God’s Love,” with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re examining what the Bible has to say about God’s love for believers as well as non-believers - the whole world!
Although many in Scotland and the UK revered Eric Liddell as their hero and champion, he didn’t bask in his Olympic fame! Author and Pastor Eric Eichinger is our guest, and he continues sharing some of the amazing details he discovered about Eric Liddell’s life, as brilliantly portrayed in his book, “The Final Race.”
Although many in Scotland and the UK reverenced Eric Liddell as their hero and champion, he didn’t bask in his Olympic fame! Author and Pastor Eric Eichinger is our guest, and he continues sharing some of the amazing details he discovered about Eric Liddell’s life, as brilliantly portrayed in his book, “The Final Race.”
We’re hearing about the story of the famed 1920's Olympian Eric Liddell, beyond his “Chariots of Fire” glory as brilliantly portrayed in the book, “The Final Race.” Author and Pastor Eric Eichinger is our guest, as he shares some of the interesting insights he discovered while writing this biography.
We’re visiting with Pastor and author Eric Eichinger. He’s written an inspiring book called, “The Final Race,” about the heroic life story of the 1920's Scottish Olympian Eric Liddell, featured in the film “Chariots of Fire,” but completing the amazing story!
Our guest on this feature is Pastor Arthur Mellon. He serves at Sovereign Grace Baptist Church of Hayward, CA. Pastor Mellon talks about how his church started; and the interesting paths the Lord took him on before calling him to become a pastor; but most importantly, how he became saved-as a pastor!
In our concluding visit with Kirk Legacy, he shares about his wife Jane, their call to reach out to the nomadic Kurdish people along the war-torn region of the Turkish - Iraqi border, and how the Lord had prepared a shocking life-changing event for them!
We’re continuing our visit with Kirk Legacy, who longed in his heart to minister to a nomadic people who had no nation to call their own - the Kurdish people, along the border of Turkey, Iraq, and Iran. But, Kirk was battling the dreadful disease, Cystic Fibrosis, lying in his hospital bed not knowing if tomorrow on earth would ever come!
Most of us take for granted the air we breathe. Not so for Kirk Legacy! Hear his amazing story of growing up with cystic fibrosis, and a projected life span of only 15-20 years. We met Kirk years past at an unusual forum dedicated to 12 hours of continuous prayer & worship - at Facebook’s (Meta’s) main campus in CA!
We’re visiting with Adam Albright, who shares how he’s taking the Gospel out into the highways and byways of life---literally! He has an interesting background as a former professional cage fighter and now, he’s fighting for the Lord!
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is vital! It’s life-saving! It’s salvation! Pastor Joe presents a clear biblical and practical description of seeking salvation and personal revival, for seekers and believers alike!
This is Holy or Passion Week. With us to talk about the significance of this week and the days leading up to Resurrection Sunday is Pastor Joe Jacowitz. Pastor Joe is the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is Jesus, the Messiah, and we’re looking at a few verses in the Gospel of John Chapter 1, when Jesus came to be baptized by John the Baptist.
On the last several programs we’ve been hearing Pastor Chamron Phal share his heart-wrenching story of life and survival in the “Killing Fields” of Cambodia during the late 70's. In this concluding visit, Chamron shares how he’s fulfilling his pledge to God to serve Him all his life; as well as some wisdom God has given him along the way
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Chamron Phal, who’s been sharing his incredible story of life and survival in Cambodia during the mid-1970s. He tells of the sudden change from a Christian home in a peaceful village, to his hard life in the jungle with Khmer Rouge soldiers and how his prayers saved him time and time again!
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Chamron Phal, who’s been sharing his amazing story of his survival through the “Killing Fields” in Cambodia during the mid- 1970's. Now, we’ll hear of his harrowing escape to more life-threatening challenges in Thailand!
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Chamron Phal, who’s been sharing his incredible story of life and survival in Cambodia during the mid-1970s. He tells of the sudden change from a Christian home in a peaceful village, to his hard life in the jungle with Khmer Rouge soldiers-and how his prayers saved him time and time again!
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Chamron Phal, who’s been sharing his incredible story of life and survival in Cambodia during the mid-1970s. He tells of the sudden change from a Christian home in a peaceful village, to his hard life in the jungle with Khmer Rouge soldiers and how his prayers saved him time and time again!
We had the privilege of meeting a person who’s had an extraordinary life of severe challenges, followed by victory! He’s Pastor Chamron Phal. Hear him tell his story of how the simple words, “Save me, Jesus!” helped him to endure a terror that was soon to engulf his peaceful village in Cambodia!
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is vital! It’s life-saving! It’s salvation! Pastor Joe presents a clear biblical and practical description of seeking salvation and personal revival, for seekers and believers, alike!
Conley Owens, a pastor and software engineer at Google, is also the author of a book called “The Dorean Principle,” sub-titled, “A Biblical Response To The Commercialization of Christianity.” We discuss the often-confusing question of what is and isn’t pleasing to God regarding the giving and receiving of money!
Our guest is Conley Owens, who’s a pastor and software engineer at Google. He is also an author who has recently written a book called, “The Dorean Principle,” subtitled, “A Biblical Response To The Commercialization of Christianity.” Is the gospel at stake?
On our last episode with Patrick Hudson, he described how he was living a life of denial, walking in sin even as a Christian. Here he shares if and how overcoming this is possible, and how his life has changed!
Our guest in this program has a sobering testimony - he’s Patrick Hudson. Although he grew up in the church, he possessed an addiction that, sadly to say, lures many into a life of sin. Hear how he went from not even knowing he was in trouble, to overcoming it and helping others!
With us today is Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of FirstLove Ministries, and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re talking with him about various ways that we as believers in Jesus Christ can share our faith--whether it be through a conversation with somebody or showing a sign like “Jesus saves” and how effective it is!
On our last few podcasts, we’ve been visiting with the vibrant Miss Lillie Knauls, known for singing on the hit, “Oh Happy Day,” and the Gaither Homecoming TV programs, videos, and tours! In our concluding talk with her, she shares about how she followed God’s will for her life, how she keeps going, her ministry to singles, and more!
As we enter a new year, we’re continuing our visit with Lillie Knauls, who’s known for her performances as a member of the Gaither Homecoming Friends and as a singer on the #1 hit song, “Oh Happy Day.” She explains how she came to sing in many of the most prestigious venues throughout the world!
This is Christmas week and to help us celebrate, giving thanks and praise to God, is Dove award recipient Lillie Knauls! The effervescent Miss Lillie (smile, hat, and all) shares about what’s truly important at Christmas, in word & song! And what a treat – she was a regular singer featured on the Bill & Gloria Gaither Homecoming series!
“Oh Happy Day!” is a gospel song by the Edwin Hawkins Singers that made it to the top of the charts during the late 60's and early 70's worldwide! Lillie Knauls, who is our guest, was one of those singers, who herself has been used mightily by the Lord! Miss Lillie, as many know her, with her radiant smile and festive hats, was also a singer featured on the Bill & Gloria Gaither Homecoming television program, videos, and tours.
Our guest is a regular visitor with us on various biblical matters. He’s Bible teacher and pastor, Joe Jacowitz, the president of FirstLove Ministries and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is exploring a term that’s widely used by Christians, but a foreign concept to the secular hearer, and even some church-goers! It’s the term, “Born Again!”
In our concluding visit with artist Deborah Samia, she compares the joys and difficulties of working together to working alone. She also discusses developing and using one’s God-given gifts; and then, whether we get the credit or let the results go!
To helps us to reflect on Thanksgiving, particularly as children of God, we’ve called on Bible teacher, Pastor Joe Jacowitz of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA, to share his thoughts with us!
We’re continuing our visit with the talented artist and sculpturist, Deborah Samia. We’ve been talking with her about her art and her faith.
We’d like to introduce you to a very talented artist---Deborah Samia. Her primary form of art is sculpture, and if you drive around town in the San Francisco Bay area, you might pass by one of her pieces of a public figure or an art form on display! She talks about discovering her gift, and seeking to develop that now as a woman of faith…
One of the chief figures whom the Lord used to spark The Reformation was Martin Luther. So, let’s find out who Martin Luther was, and how he changed the world, as we asked Pastor Joe Jacowitz to explain! Pastor Joe is the president of FirstLove Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
As many children prepare to dress-up in costumes & canvas their neighborhoods for treats on Halloween, many Christians are celebrating an important event in history that occurred on the same date, October 31st! Here to explain is Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of FirstLove Ministries & pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re continuing our talk with Pastor Joe Jacowitz on the topic: “Why the Bible?” He’s the president of FirstLove Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. He’s talking about the various ways that God speaks to all of mankind and why Christians look to the Bible for truth.
We’re talking with Bible teacher Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of FirstLove Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We asked Pastor Joe to explain to those who are searching for truth why we as Christians look to the Bible for guidance and direction. They may say, “Why the Bible?”
Our guest is Alice Macintosh. She shares how she doesn’t just read the Bible, but has lessons for us all on how to really search the Scriptures to see what we’ve been taught by others is true.
Jesus said in Act 1:8 that you as believers “will be My witnesses unto the ends of the earth.” Our guest today is doing just that through his own tract ministry--passing out little leaflets with various Scripture verses that share the Gospel. He’s Abraham Frasier from Jamaica.
With us today is Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of FirstLove Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re talking with him about various ways that we as believers in Jesus Christ can share our faith.
On September 11, 2001, twenty years-ago, the United States was senselessly attacked by terrorists. Thousands perished in the World Trade Center, in the Pentagon, and in a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The victims were not only Americans, but also citizens of over fifty other countries. In today’s interview we’re visiting with James O’Bryon who served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., when it was attacked twenty years ago. He shares his first-hand account of being there during that traumatic day.
We’re continuing our look at what the Bible has to say about God’s love with Bible teacher and pastor Joe Jacowitz, and our Lord’s most precious gift to His children who are called by His Name.
We’re looking at a new topic “God’s Love” with Bible Teacher and Pastor, Joe Jacowitz. Pastor Jacowitz is the president of FirstLove Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re visiting with Anil Kujur from India who came to the U.S. He shares his story of growing up in India and his walk with the Lord.
We’re continuing on a visit with former Hollywood actor, Jeff Grider. He was asked to explain the type of life he lived, what he witnessed while working in the film industry, and how he got discovered.
Today we’re visiting with Jeff Grider, who is an exception to that comparison - God changed him during his acting career! Listen to his story of how he got into show business, and then met the Lord! We caught up with him in Times Square in New York City…
We’re concluding our visit with Clare Effiong, who’s been sharing how the Lord led her away from working in the diplomat corps to a clear calling to help in Rwanda, where a horrific genocide had left hundreds of thousands of children without parents, roaming the streets. Hear her passion for answering a calling, God’s faithfulness when we say yes, and one amazing example of the difference it makes!
We’re continuing our visit with Clare Effiong. She was a former worker in the diplomat corps for Nigeria in New York City. She told how she left her position there to follow in faith God’s call to help the orphan children of Rwanda! The horrific genocide had devastated the country, leaving hundreds of thousands of children homeless, without parents, roaming the streets.
Meet Clare Effiong, a valiant servant of the Lord’s! She came to the United States as a diplomat for the Nigerian consulate in New York City. She tells of her journey seeking the Lord’s true calling on her life, and how He led her to a completely different part of the world that was crying out for help!
We’re visiting with a person who the Lord used mightily to help a largely-unreached group of people in our society that live essentially in a city of their own. That is Chaplain Homer Tricules, who ministered to the stable hands in the back areas of the racetracks in New Jersey. And, although he’s now home with the Lord, we want you to hear about his work, and how he diligently served and trusted God to lead him when he started his incredible ministry. We met up with him at the Meadowlands Race Track in New Jersey.
The United States has just celebrated its anniversary. And with us is Bible teacher and pastor Joe Jacowitz. He’s the president of FirstLove Ministries and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Although we’re highlighting the U.S., the biblical principles apply to all nations throughout the world.
On this program we’re talking to a man of God who left his long-time church pastorate to a very unlikely group of people who are almost forgotten behind the scenes. He’s Rev. Homer Tricules! Although he’s now in heaven, we want you to hear our interview with him at the Meadowlands Race Track in NJ, as he left an inspirational legacy of love!
With us today is Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of FirstLove Ministries, and pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We’re talking with him about various ways that we as believers in Jesus Christ can share our faith - whether it be through a conversation with somebody…or showing a sign like “Jesus Saves”…and how effective is it?!
Meet Adam Albright, who shares how – and why - he’s taking the Gospel out onto the highways and byways. Hear the fascinating story of how the Lord took this former professional fighter out of the cages and onto the streets to use his boldness for the Lord!
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Murungi Igweta from Kenya, the pastor of Trinity Baptist Church in Nairobi, Kenya. In our concluding visit with him, he talks about some of the differences he’s found between declaring your faith as a Christian in his country, and in the United States; as well as, where - and how - to find Truth!
We’re visiting today with Pastor Murungi Igweta, the pastor of Trinity Baptist Church in Nairobi, Kenya. We caught up with him on his visit to the United States, and he was sharing about uncovering, understanding, and sharing the Truth that lies in the Word of God--the Bible!
Meet radio technician and engineer, Ron Marland, and a brother from West Africa! As one door of outreach suddenly closed for Ron, our faithful Lord opened another for him internationally, bringing him and our brother from West Africa together for a divine appointment!
We’re continuing our look at the topics, “grace” and “works,” with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, president of FirstLove Ministries, & the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. We asked Pastor Joe to clarify what the Bible means by “grace” and “works,” and which will help to save us!
We’re looking at a new topic with Bible teacher and pastor, Joe Jacowitz – what the Bible has to say about grace and works, and what each has to do with eternal life! Pastor Joe is the president of FirstLove Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
Our guest is a regular visitor with us on various biblical matters - he’s Bible teacher and pastor, Joe Jacowitz, the president of FirstLove Ministries and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is exploring a term that’s widely used by Christians, but a foreign concept to the secular hearer, and even some church-goers! It’s the term, “Born Again!”
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of FirstLove Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is Jesus, and we’re looking at a few verses in the Gospel of John Chapter 1, where Jesus came to be baptized by John the Baptist, and is shown in many ways to be the True Messiah!
Will Graham is our guest. Will has been used of the Lord to share the Gospel with more than one million people across six continents! In our concluding talk with him, Will shares powerfully about many things, including the Power of God, the Bible, love and unity among believers…
Will Graham continues to share about how important are such things as the Bible, prayer, and unity among Christians. Along with his evangelistic campaigns throughout the world, Will serves as vice president of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and is the executive director of the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, N.C.
Our guest is Will Graham-yes, the grandson of Billy Graham and the oldest son of Franklin Graham-the third generation of Grahams to proclaim the Gospel under the banner of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association! In 2018, Will wrote his first book, “Redeemed: Devotions for a Longing Soul,” published by Thomas Nelson. It features stories centered on the life-changing power of a relationship with God. We visited with Will about his exciting story of his ministry and his book!
This is Holy or Passion Week! With us to talk about the significance of this week and to clarify the meaning of the days leading up to Resurrection Sunday is Pastor Joe Jacowitz. He is the president of FirstLove Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA.
We’re continuing our visit with Arne Brillinger. Now, Arne has a very unique ministry that’s a witness to everyone around him wherever he goes--he attaches signs to his wheelchair! So, out he goes each day on his self-powered wheelchair, declaring his faith in Christ to all who come his way!
Today we’re visiting with a very inspirational person who, in spite of being confined to a wheelchair, shares about his unique way of being a witness for Christ wherever he goes! He’s Arne Brillinger, and we caught up with Arne just outside of a grocery store…
We’re continuing our visit with Lee Webb as he shares about the journey God has led him on, from secular “training” to full-time ministry; and about our fight against human nature to fully focus on the Lord! Lee is the host of the program, “Renewing Your Mind,” of Ligonier Ministries, founded by Dr. R.C. Sproul.
Meet Lee Webb - his voice is well-recognized as the announcer on the popular program, “Renewing Your Mind,” an outreach of Ligonier Ministries that was founded by the late Dr. R.C. Sproul. He’s also the VP of Broadcasting for the ministry. He shares how the Lord worked in his own life through this ministry, and then opened the door for him to join Dr. Sproul in serving there!
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of FirstLove Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is clarifying the specific meaning of the Gospel.
We’re visiting by phone with Dr. Mel Mulder, medical surgeon, author, and host of the program, “Beyond Intelligent Design.” His program is a science and creation feature designed to show that the Bible is accurate and that it is our only source of truth, aiding in one’s discovery of science and the Bible.
Meet Bob Butts! He’s the Chief Operating Officer for “Truth For Life - The Bible Teaching Ministry of Alistair Begg.” Bob tells the amazing story of how God answered the prayer of the elders of a local church, brought in a young man to help, and took their message worldwide!
We’re visiting with Australian biblical apologist Ken Ham, whose ministry, “Answers in Genesis,” also includes a highly acclaimed Creation Museum, and the Ark Encounter, a full-size replica of Noah’s Ark! He passionately explains with simplicity and clarity what “apologetics” is, and why it’s crucial for everyone to study it!
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is vital! It’s life-saving! It’s salvation! Pastor Joe presents a clear biblical and practical description of seeking salvation and personal revival for seekers and believers, alike!
In our concluding interview with Christian news correspondent Brian Bush, who’s lived in Jerusalem for over 25 years, he shares how he tries to help listeners learn about what’s really happening there, as well as the impact of reading something in the Bible that actually happened right down the street!
Brian Bush is our guest. He’s a news and biblical correspondent in the Middle East who has lived in Jerusalem for over 25 years. He gives us a firsthand perspective of life in the Holy Lands.
On our last few podcasts, we’ve been visiting with the vibrant Miss Lillie Knauls, known for singing the hit, “Oh Happy Day,” and for the Gaither Homecoming TV programs, videos, and tours! In our concluding talk with her, she shares about how she followed God’s will for her life, how she keeps going, her ministry to singles, and more!
As we enter a new year, we’re continuing our visit with Lillie Knauls, who’s known for her performances as a member of the Gaither Homecoming friends & as a singer on the #1 hit song, “Oh Happy Day.” She explains how she came to sing in many of the most prestigious venues throughout the world!
This is Christmas week and to help us celebrate, giving thanks and praise to God, is Dove award recipient Lillie Knauls! The effervescent Miss Lillie – smile, hat, & all – shares about what’s truly important at Christmas, in word & song! And what a treat – she was a regular singer featured on the Bill & Gloria Gaither Homecoming series!
“Oh Happy Day!” is a gospel song by the Edwin Hawkins Singers that made it to the top of the charts during the late 60's and early 70's worldwide! Lillie Knauls, who is our guest, was one of those singers, who herself has been used mightily by the Lord! Miss Lillie, as many know her with her radiant smile and festive hats, was also a singer featured on the Bill & Gloria Gaither Homecoming television program, videos, and tours.
Operation Christmas Child is an exciting project that happens yearly as an outreach of Samaritan’s Purse! Even amid a pandemic, they are actively involved, wanting to collect more shoe boxes than ever before because children need hope more than ever! On the phone to talk about the exciting project is Dana Williams, the Media Relations Assistant Manager for Samaritan's Purse.
We’re talking with Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president and founder of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA. Our topic is Revival! During these times of social unrest and uncertainty, are we ripe for revival?
To help us to reflect on Thanksgiving, particularly as children of God in these most challenging times, we’ve called on Pastor Joe Jacowitz, pastor of Christ Bible Church in Pleasanton, CA, and president of First Love Ministries, to share his thoughts with us!
We’re continuing our visit with Pastor Carter Conlon. He’s the General Overseer of Time Square Church located in the heart of New York City, with a diverse ministry with over 10,000 locals and tourists in attendance, representing over 100 different nationalities!! He’s sharing important attributes for being faithful witnesses for Christ.
We’re visiting with the General Overseer of a well-known church in the heart of New York City. He shares his amazing story about how God brought him there, as well as his thoughts on how God changes lives! He’s Pastor Carter Conlon of Time Square Church.
We’re continuing with our concluding phone conversation with Evangeline Rodriguez who now works in a hospital in the New York City area. She talks about some of the challenges there are in her job with the pandemic, but also the opportunities she has to share her faith!
We’re continuing our phone conversation with Evangeline Rodriguez, who lives in the New York City area. Evangeline had changed jobs from working on Wall Street to working in a hospital. And, after several years of serving there, she found herself living and working in the U.S.’ epicenter of the pandemic!
We’re continuing our phone conversation with Evangeline Rodriguez, who lives in the New York City area. She’s been telling us about working on Wall Street, living what she thought was the good life - until the Word of God completely changed her!
We’re traveling by phone to the New York City area to visit with a dear, passionate sister in the Lord! She’s Evangeline Rodriguez and she explains her interesting journey, which has taken her from a zest for life to a greater zest for NEW life - in Christ!
We’re traveling by phone to the New York City area to visit with a dear, passionate sister in the Lord! She’s Evangeline Rodriguez and she explains her interesting journey, which has taken her from a zest for life to a greater zest for NEW life - in Christ!
We’ve come to our concluding visit with Johan Schep from Holland who was living in Israel when we met him. In this episode he presents a challenge! He shares about living a totally fulfilled life rather than a superficial one, using effectively all the gifts God has given him…
We’re continuing our visit with adventurer Johan Schep, a Hollander living in Israel, who changed from a wanderer seeking freedom to a wanderer sharing the pure joy of TRUE freedom with everyone he meets…
We’re continuing our visit with Johan Schep, a Dutchman from Holland who found himself living in a little hut in the desert in Israel. Listen to his story of where it led him when he made an important decision, “I started to following the right boss - Jesus!”
We’d like to introduce you to a Dutchman from Holland named Johan Schep. He shares the story of himself as an adventurous young man who felt caged in and needed to be set free...
We’ve come to our concluding episode of our visit with Pastor Joe Jacowitz and his thrilling story. We left off where Joe and his wife were attending the orthodox Jewish wedding of his niece. Next day at the Rabbi’s dinner, all eyes were on him as several rabbis and other Jewish leaders confronted Joe as a Jew who had become a Christian! - “Why have you left us?!”
We’re continuing our visit with Joe Jacowitz, who grew up as a Jew and was on his way to becoming a Rabbi. His life took a dramatic turn while he was in the Marines and he became a Christian! He instead felt called into the Christian ministry and became a pastor! This is where we’ll pick up his dramatic story...
Well, again we’re continuing to listen in on the adventure of Joe Jacowitz’s life-changing story as he shares it as only he can! If you’ve missed any part of it, or would like to listen again, they’re all posted on our website at connectionswithrichandbobbi.com. So, now let’s jump in where we left off!
We’re again continuing to visit with Joe Jacowitz. He’s been sharing how God changed his life as a Jew growing up in Brooklyn, NY, as he joined the Marines, moved up the ranks to become a sergeant, and then, surprisingly, found his true Messiah, Jesus, and became a totally “new creature in Christ!”
Joe Jacowitz has been sharing his incredible story of how God changed his Jewish heart, as a Marine Sergeant, while being witnessed to by a private named Bob, who was sharing from the Scriptures that Jesus was the true Messiah. But Joe had his doubts because of his past, particularly after having persecuted a soldier in his platoon named Metcalf...
We’re continuing to hear from Joe Jacowitz as he shares his testimony of how the Lord changed his heart as a Jew to follow Jesus. We left off when Joe was in the marines, and a young Christian named Bob was showing him about the Messiah in Joe’s own Bible! But Joe wanted more proof and asked Bob to go with him to visit the Rabbi. So off they went....
We’re continuing with our visit with Joe Jacowitz as he shares his compelling testimony of how a Jewish boy from Brooklyn joined the Marines and, through various circumstances, found himself in a quandary regarding his relationship with God. We left off with Joe madly driving away from the base, desperately lamenting before the Lord!
We’re continuing with the testimony of Joe Jacowitz as he shares his earth-shattering experience of how God revealed to him that Jesus is the Messiah and that eternal life comes only through Him! Joe, who grew up as a Jew, is currently the pastor of Christ Bible Church and president of First Love Ministries.
So how does the Lord grab a hold of the attention of an intense young Jewish Marine who’s been studying to become a Rabbi, and shake up his faith with one question?! Joe Jacowitz continues his fascinating story of how God turned his spiritual journey upside down, leading him to become pastor of Christ Bible Church and founder and president of the Christian outreach, First Love Ministries!
Today we begin an extraordinary story of a young Brooklyn Jewish boy who grew up right next to the boardwalk on Coney Island, in New York, and how the Lord changed his heart to follow Yeshua (Jesus) as his Lord and Savior! He’s Pastor Joe Jacowitz, the president and founder of First Love Ministries, and the pastor of Christ Bible Church.
We’re continuing our visit with Brother Stephen who’s preparing to go into full-time ministry as a pastor. In our concluding talk with him, he shares about the powerful influence that his dad had on his life, and how it indirectly took him on an eye-opening mission trip to the Philippines!
We’re visiting with the infectious Brother Stephen, who draws from his experiences, sharing from his heart the wonder and kinship he felt when traveling overseas for the first time, with a missions group! He is preparing to go into full-time ministry as a pastor.
Leigh Prater, our guest on our podcast, shares about serving the Lord as a dad with a houseful of kids, a pastor ministering to a congregation, and a missionary visiting various countries throughout the world! He serves as an associate pastor at Beth-El Baptist Church in Morgan Hill, CA.
In our concluding talk with Hans Shapp, he shares more about his adventures as he goes across the highways and byways of life in different lands to share the Gospel wherever he can- even back to those discos he once frequented!
We’ve been visiting with Hans Shapp, who’s been sharing with us how he came out of East Germany during a time when barriers of barbed wire and concrete walls blocked off the West, to what he thought was freedom. But it wasn’t until he was introduced to Jesus that his life really changed-including becoming a smuggler!
On our last podcast, Hans Shapp told of his life growing up behind the wall in East Germany during the 60's & 70's under communist rule, and then of suddenly being deported to the West! It was like a child having free run in a candy shop - neon lights glowing in the night skies, music blaring from the discotheques, drugs and alcohol. Did these bring Hans happiness, peace, and true freedom?
During the night of August 13, 1961, the East German government closed off the border from the West. Hans Shapp grew up in East Germany during this time and tells his story of suddenly being cut off from the West and living behind the wall. But did he find real truth and freedom when he reached the other side?
Pastor Orlicky shares on our podcast how he was an ironworker in construction, and at first, had no desire to be a pastor or to marry a pastor’s daughter. Tune in and hear how God changed his heart on both accounts – and how God only has a Plan A!
God took him from the field of biotechnology as a doctor in chemistry to the ministry, and has stretched his journey to the Philippines and to Nepal, changing him forever! He’s Dr. Paul Nelson, associate pastor at Sovereign Grace Baptist Church of Silicon Valley, in Morgan Hill, CA.
Our guest on this podcast is Pastor Arthur Mellon. He serves at Sovereign Grace Baptist Church of Hayward, CA. Pastor Mellon talks about the interesting paths the Lord took him on before calling him to become a pastor and start this church. But most importantly, he looks at how he discovered he wasn’t saved – and the importance of examining who you’re learning from!
On our last few podcasts Linda Eve has been our guest, sharing her story, from her 5-year captivity in a labor camp by the Communist regime in the late 1970's, to freedom in America! Now, on our concluding visit, Linda talks about why, after escaping death, she is willing to give up her life to go back!
In our last podcast, Linda Eve shared her heart-wrenching story of how, in Cambodia, she went from almost becoming a medical doctor to being relocated to a forced labor camp by the Communists. She told how she escaped by walking nearly 100 miles on foot through jungles, and avoiding mine fields! She finally reached America. Now what?!
In 1975, the communist Khmer Rouge regime came in to Cambodia and began to carry out a horrific genocide. Soldiers relocated most of the population to forced labor camps. Malnutrition, torture, and mass executions led to the deaths of an estimated 25% of the total population - 1 ½ to 3 million people. One person who endured these unthinkable hardships was Linda Eve!
To many, life in the inner-city can be extremely rough. The homeless population has risen dramatically, with crime and substance abuse plaguing their community. Our guest today came out of this lifestyle and shares how the Lord gave him a new lease on life! He’s Matthew Costa.
Our guest comes from Mali, West Africa. Mali is 90% Muslim, with Christians making up just 2% of the population, and is listed as 29th on Open Doors World Watch List of the top 50 countries where Christians are most persecuted for their faith.