Wheat Among The Tares: Recent Episodes
Gethsemane Global Radio
This is a weekly podcast that focuses on current events in association with churches and their pastors and missionaries around the world...
We step back in history on this week’s program of Wheat Among the Tares, to learn about a missionary that served in the nation of Brazil in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. His name – Solomon Ginsburg, a converted Jew from the nation of Poland, who came to know the Lord Jesus Christ, and took this knowledge to the cites and villages of Brazil. His determination to stand against formalized religion and preach the truth of God’s word brought much persecution and harm – join us for the story of Solomon Ginsburg…
Our conversation on Wheat Among the Tares for this episode, we talk with Pastor Adrian Hendricks, Heritage Baptist Church of Bengaluru India. Our discussion focuses on the recent election results in India, and the impact that these results might have on the Christians of India, along with Pastor Hendrick's thoughts as to the Lord's way in answering prayer...
This week on Wheat Among the Tares, our guest is Brother Tim Faulk, of Reach International Missions. He provides an update as to the status of national pastors in the country of Myanmar (Burma) and the current military’s operations against the churches in the country, specifically in the Christian (Baptist) churches of northern Myanmar. He also addresses the needs of orphanages started by these Baptist churches as result of the war...
We go back in time this week on Wheat Among the Tares, to find out about one who, "Gave Their Lives for the Lord”. Our episode features the life of Missionary John Geddie, born in Scotland and who pioneered the gospel in the New Hebrides Islands (present day Vanuatu) on the island of Aneiteum in the year 1848. This island, along with others in the South Seas, were filled with cannibalistic natives and had no “light of the word of God”. Listen to how the Lord sent and guided this man and his family in their ministry to these that needed the salvation of God...
This week on Wheat Among the Tares, Mr. Benjamin John of Christian Concern, a Christian advocacy ministry based in London England, joins us. Biblical principles are under great attack in the United Kingdom, and Mr. John provides us with details surrounding a number of cases that are affectingChristians in their country, including the policing of silent prayer…
Our guest this week on Wheat Among the Tares is Dr. David Gibbs of the Christian Law Association (www.christianlaw.org), who provides several updates of concern to Christians here in America. We focus first on the FACE Act (Freedom (of) Access (to) Clinic Entrances), under which there have been several groups recently convicted of violating this act in the Nashville TN area, and are facing prison sentences. We also discuss the recent state Supreme Court abortion rulings in Florida and Arizona along with potential legislation that would affect home schools, particularly an emphasis on “home wellness” visits that could encroach into private homes.
This week on Wheat Among the Tares, our guests are Mark Baumgartner, Director of A Moment of Hope (Pro-Life Sidewalk Counseling) and Eddie Benton, Director of Daybreak Life Center Services (assisting in the prevention of abortion and services for expectant mothers). Both of these men share their wisdom and experiences as to thecurrent fight in the arena of the murder of innocent children, and their insight as to what Bible-believing churches are doing and/or not doing to mitigate this atrocity, not only in the United States, but other countriesaround the world...
This week on Wheat Among the Tares, we focus on the subject of Human Trafficking and the need for awareness of it’s impact on families. Our guest is Mitch Prosser, Interim President, of Palmetto Family Council, based in Columbia SC. Brother Prosser provides us with helpful information as to minimizing the potential of families becoming victims of this horrendous sin in our land, and how to combat it’s influence…
Join us this week on Wheat Among the Tares as we discover a name from the past that conveyed an example of love and sacrifice for the Savior. Her name – Anne Askew, who lived in England in the 1500’s. Her story is revered in the pages of Baptist history as one who willingly offered herself for the testimony of the truth...
This week on Wheat Among the Tares, join us as we talk with David and Phyllis Smith, who direct the Deaf Ministry of Gethsemane Baptist Church in Lexington SC. This couple has an unique story of how they entered into the deaf ministry, and the means by which the Lord directed them through trials and answered prayers to where they are today…
Pastor Steve Williamson joins us to share his thoughts about the need for Christians to stand firmly on God’s word during these troubled times and what we may face in 2024...Our program focuses on several recent news stories that show an attempt to undermine the authority of the Bible, and the attempt to overthrow reasonableness and decency…
Our guest this week on Wheat Among the Tares is Brad Lindsey, our Hymns for Life host here on Gethsemane Global Radio. Brad will be spotlighting the song histories of several of the well-known , and not so well-known, Christmas carols that are a key part of our worship during the Christmas season. Join us as we learn more about those that penned these hymns and how these hymns are still impacting our society today...
Join us this week for Wheat Among the Tares as we speak with Tim Faulk, Director of Reach International, Missions to Southeast Asia. Brother Faulk updates us on the current situation in the nation of Myanmar and what the attacks the churches are facing at the hands of the military. The need for prayer and assistance is criticalfor these brethren...
Our episode this week on Wheat Among the Tares features a look back into the life of Ann Hasseltine, who later became the wifeof Adoniram Judson, missionary to the nation of Burma in the early 1800’s. The story of the uniqueness of this young woman, and how the Lord prepared her for the stresses and toils of the missionary life with her husband, provides us with an invaluable resource as to the workings of the Lord in each of our lives, as we seek to walk in his way…
Our program this week on Wheat Among the Tares features our third and final episode on the subject of The Jehovah’s Witnesses -Is It A True Church? Our church historian, Brother Karl Baker, joins us for a look at several of their major doctrines and how the tenets of their teachings compare with the scriptures...this is a "must hear" as to the comparing of works salvation vs the grace of God, and the gift of salvation through grace...
Join us for this special episode featuring our Hymns For Life host, Brad Lindsey, who shares the authorship history of four well known Thanksgiving hymns that focus on our need for gratefulness and thanks to the Lord God, our Creator... may this episode be a blessing to you...
In this episode, Pastor Hendricks conveys his heart and the efforts of the ministry to the nation of India...to the billions that need the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ...
Our guest this week on Wheat Among the Tares is Sara (pronounced sir-ah) Vong, a missionary to his native country of Cambodia. Join us as Brother Vong describes how his parents escaped the terror of the Khmer Rouge communist rule in the 1970’s, and sought asylum here in the United States. Under the providential hand of the Lord, they were granted asylum. As a result, he and his family came to know the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior, and were delivered from the religion of Buddhism...
In this episode with church historian Karl Baker, we review several of the key doctrines that are promulgated and believed with the Jehovah's Witnesses denomination - join us as we bring to light their beliefs and what the Scriptures say about these...
Our episode this week on Wheat Among the Tares features our church historian, Bro Karl Baker. This is Part 1 of a two-part series on the subject of the Jehovah's Witnesses, their history and the beliefsassociated with their doctrines...and whether it is truly a true church...
The subject of this episode, with Pastor Steve Williamson, focuses on prayer, and the importance of prayer for the Lord's people, as commanded by the Lord Jesus Christ. We use an excerpt from George Muller's book, "Answers to Prayer" , as to his godly wisdom in approaching and asking the Lord for answers, in accordance with his word. Join us for this discussion that we trust will lead us all into a greater prayer life for the benefit of God's people, and the glory of God...
Our guest this week on Wheat Among the Tares is Alan Wilson, Attorney General of the State of South Carolina. Join us as Mr. Wilson provides us with an in-depth look at current issues that he is addressing that impact our families, our state and our nation. AG Wilson has reached out to other Attorney General’s across the country to also assist them with strategic battles that affect our Christian heritage and the liberties we cherish...
Our guest on this week’s Wheat Among the Tares is Brother Tim Faulk of Reach International, a mission entity that focuses on the nation of Burma (Myanmar). We will be discussing a breaking story that deals with the United States monetarily sanctioning the nation of Myanmar, and the crippling effect this action can potentially have on the average citizen…Our Christian brethren in this country, already enduring persecution, will feel the effects even more…
Our guest this week on Wheat Among the Tares is Pastor Mike Wonser, who, along with his family, are presently serving the Lord on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. Join us as Pastor Wonser discusses several recent events associated with this ministry, and he also provides an update as to the recent fires on the island of Maui, and how this tragedy has impacted the islands of Hawaii, both spiritually and physically...
This episode features the life of Missionary John G. Paton, who yielded his life to go to the cannibals of the New Hebrides islands in the south Pacific in the 1800's. The difficulties and toils under extreme danger and harsh conditions are described in this account of the labors of this faithful servant of the Lord...
This week's episode of Wheat Among the Tares features Part 2 of our discussion of the Mormon Church, Is it a True Church, with Brother Karl Baker. On this episode, we review, in addition to their historical claims, the basic doctrine of salvation according to Mormon doctrine, as compared with the authority of the Holy Bible (KJV)...
Our church historian, Brother Karl Baker, joins us for the first of a two-part series focusing on the Mormon Church, their founder, Joseph Smith, and the beliefs of this world wide religion. The purpose of these programs is to expose the teachings of the Mormon church, as compared with the authority of the Holy Bible, and the errors associated with their teachings...
This week’s Wheat Among the Tares program features another one of our “A Conversation w/ Missionaries Who Gave Their Lives” series. We will focus on the record of a man named Dmitri, a Russian who suffered at the hands of communist oppressors in the 20th century, and was imprisoned for 17 years for ministering the word of God to his family and neighbors in his small village. Join us as we hear of this man’s faith, and how the Lord strengthened him to endure such hardships in a Soviet prison, and his marvelous deliverance...
Our guest this week on Wheat Among the Tares is Pastor Meredith Sears, pastor of Coastal Light Baptist Church, in Mt Pleasant SC. Pastor Sears shares how the Lord has continued to bless his life since his life-altering injury in November of 2021 (resulted in his being a paraplegic), and the victories he has experienced in his trust in the Lord. Join us in this third interview as he recaps the history and help he has received...
Our guest on Wheat Among the Tares this week is Mark Baumgartner, Director of Moment of Hope, an anti-abortion ministry based in Columbia SC. Brother Mark provides an update to the ministry of Moment of Hope and conveying his thoughts and observations on the status of the post Roe v Wade decision of June 24, 2022. The interview will provide you with the current efforts, both pro and con, as to this spiritual battle that continues...
This week on Wheat Among the Tares, the program focuses on the birth of our nation, and particularly the pastors and clergymen who gave themselves for the purpose of religious liberty, and life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. We step back to the days of the 1770’s and the times that led up to the Declaration of Independence and the Revolutionary War. This Our group of pastors and clergy, as result of their influence, became known as the “Black Robe Regiment”...
Our guest this week on Wheat Among the Tares is Tim Faulk, of inSide Myanmar (Reach International Ministries), who provides our listeners with an update on the work of the ministry in this war torn country. Our brethren there are suffering great hardship, and Bro Faulk addresses the varied prayer and support needs, and the persecution that the saints face every day...
Our guest this week on Wheat Among the Tares is Brother Chris Phillips, Director of Selah International, a Biblical-counseling ministry that focuses on helping and strengthening pastors to remain in their pulpits, missionaries on their fields, and members faithful in their local churches for the furtherance of the Gospeland the glory of God. Brother Phillips shares how this ministry came to be, as the Lord used a number of trying circumstances to guide them in the difficult decision of returning from the mission field, in order to begin a new ministry that would help many to stand strong for the Lord…
This week on Wheat Among the Tares, our program features another episode of the continuing series, A Conversation w/ Missionaries Who Gave Their Lives. We focus on the life of John Bunyan, who lived in the 1600’s, and, in particular, the transcript of the trial of October 3, 1660, that eventually led to prisonsentences totaling 12 years. While in prison, he authored a number of books, including Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners (his autobiography) and thebeloved Pilgrim’s Progress. Join us for this look into the life and convictions of John Bunyan...
In this episode, Brother Chris Shull provides an update of the ministry efforts in the country of Greenland along with an explanation as to the impact of the Gospel to those who are "culturally" involved in religion, but are Christian in name only. Brother Shull offers details as to his plans for Arctic Internet Radio, with its outreach to the villages of Greenland and the need for consistent preaching of the word of God to reach the hearts of those who are lost in their religion and superstitions...
On this episode of Wheat Among the Tares, we take the time to introduce a new program to the play schedule of Gethsemane Global Radio; the Bible Believers Baptist Broadcast with Pastor Bevans Welder. Brother Welder has pastored for over 30 years and is the pastor of Bible Believers Baptist Church in Corpus Christi Texas. Join us as we discuss his testimony of coming out of organized religion and coming to faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and subsequent call to the ministry, along with his burden for the radio ministry and how the Lord has led him in reaching the world with the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ…
Join us in a conversation with Alice Wise and Kathy Gouker, two ladies who have served as missionaries to the orphans of Haiti for 47 years... two that have given their lives to the service of the Lord, in being his hands to the children and young people of the nation of Haiti...a blessing indeed to hear their stories...
This week’s episode of Wheat Among the Tares features Part 2 of the two-part series, which focuses on Revivals and Revivalism. Our guest, Brother Karl Baker, continues his commentary of the influence of the Keswick Convention (Charles Finney) and the progression of the “alternative” revivals to the present day, that have their roots in emotionalism and practices that are contrary to the scriptures...
This week's episode on Wheat Among the Tares features Church Historian Karl Baker as our guest. We begin a two-part series on the subject of revivals and the history (and resulting fruits) of these in recent years, specifically since the early 1900’s until the present. This initial episode focuses on the Welsh Revival of 1904-1905 and a study of it’s leader, Evan Roberts of Wales. This series provides Christians with a look into the workings of the meaning of true revival and, conversely, those movements that gendered emotionalism only and were based on non-scriptural principles.
Our guest on this episode is Jeff Kruchkow, Missionary to the nation of Mongolia, who provides us with an update of his most recent work, specifically with regard to the work of printing gospel literature and reaching this nation for the Lord Jesus Christ. He describes his burden as to how the Lord touched his heartfor the people of Mongolia and how the Lord has used this ministry to open the eyes of those that are lost and steeped in the darkness of false religion through the printed page...
Our guest will be Tim Faulk of Reach International, who provides us with an update regarding the military persecution against the Christian brethren in northern Myanmar, and details as to needed prayer for these brethren. These brethren endure much for the cause of the gospel of Jesus Christ - listen in so that you can pray informatively for their needs as they suffer adversity...
On this week’s episode of Wheat Among The Tares, Pastor Stephen Williamson shares the details of his experiences of his recent trip to Washington DC to visit with many of the members of our Congress, to pray with them and present them with a copy of the Atkins Bible (King James Bible) – the only Bible to be sanctioned by the United States Congress to be printed for the American people...our trust is that this episode will challenge you to pray for those in authority in your country...
This episode is another of our series, “ A Conversation w/ The Missionaries – Who Gave Themselves to the Lord. Our interview focuses on the life of George Muller, the man who through faith and prayer, established a ministry of orphanages that cared for thousands of children and was a testimony of the power of God in answering prayer. The blessing of this ministry was that, he spoke only unto the Lord about the needs and saw God answer “the impossible” throughout his 93 years…
Our guest on this week’s Wheat Among the Tares is Attorney Chris Schandevel of the Alliance Defending Freedom organization. Our discussion focuses on a case of primary importance as to the continued fight against the abortion industry – Kerr vs Planned Parenthood, a case originating out of South Carolina. The case focuses on the use of federal and state taxpayer money being given to Planned Parenthood for the purpose of ending the innocent lives of babies in the womb and the potential impact a victory would give against this ungodliness...
Our program for this week on Wheat Among the Tares features another episode of our series, “Missionaries Who Gave Their Lives”, and conveys a story from the mid-1800’s of a feared and ruthless Burmese robber, whose life was changed by the power of the Gospel…the man, Ko-tha-bu, became a faithful witness of the Gospel, and was instrumental in bringing many to the knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ...
Our guest on this episode of Wheat Among the Tares is Brother John (full name withheld per request of the missionary) who is serving in the nation of India. He provides is with details as to his ministry in the northern regions of India and what he has found as to the challenges in reaching this people with the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ... May the Lord use this episode to help you to pray for this missionary and the work of the ministry in India...
This week’s Wheat Among the Tares program features Brother Karl Baker, who, in this second episode, provides us with details of the operation of the King James Bible translation committees , and the carefulness of their handling of this perfect translation into the English Tongue… Listen in for another look back into the providence of God's giving of his holy word...
This week’s Wheat Among the Tares program features Brother Karl Baker, who, in this first episode, proves details into the background and composition of the King James Bible translation committees , and how the Lord guided and blessed their efforts… Listen in for this look back into history, as to how God gave us a perfect translation into the English tongue…
Our guest this week on Wheat Among the Tares is Todd Nettleton, spokesman and host of the Voice of the Martyrs radio program. Todd shares current events regarding Christian persecution that is occurring in several countries in Africa, including Nigeria and Mozambique, along with an update on the current situation in the nation of Afghanistan. The need for prayer for our brethren in these countries is critical - listen in on how you can pray effectively for these in need...
This episode (Episode 02) features the life and history of David Brainerd, missionary to the native American tribes of New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York in the early 1700's. This man, through struggles of soul and outward trials, gave himself to those who had no hope, and were steeped in the ways of idolatry and superstition. May the Lord bless you in the hearing of this episode, of one who gave himself to the Lord, that others might live...
In this episode, Brother Faulk provides an update of his recent trip into the war torn areas of central and northern Myanmar (Burma), and the work of the ministry as to church planting and the preaching of God's word... Be informed as to how to pray for these our brethren in this mission field...
This episode features historical "interviews" of two missionaries from church history, ( Anne Judson & Henry Nott ) that personify the meaning of the Christmas season, the "time of giving"… Join host Blake Lindsey for a time of reflection as we hear of the these that “gave their all” so that others may gain the greatest gift, eternal life…
Our guest on this episode of Wheat Among the Tares is Mr. Dick Snook, President Emeritus, of Missionary Flights International, a mission aviation ministry, which is based in Fort Pierce Florida USA. Brother Snook provides us with details about the origin of Missionary Flights International, begun in 1964, and how they currently are involved in serving those on the foreign fields of the Bahama Islands, the Turks and Caicos Islands and the countries of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Their ministry of "helps" provides reliable air transportation and logistical services, in order to assist missionaries and pastors in their ministry of proclaiming the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ in the area of the Caribbean...
in this episode, Pastor Eric Klerck shares how the Lord answered prayer in a miraculous way for him recently while involved in a street ministry outreach in northern Idaho...this program episode will surely strengthen your faith in the Lord and his ways to manifest his power...
This episode focuses on the controversy surrounding the Respect for Marriage Act currently before the US Congress, and the potential impact on Bible-believing Christians here in the United States. Brother Gibbs shares his insights as to his expectations related to the need for God's people to pray for his intercession, and the wisdom needed for Christians, especially pastors, if this legislation is enacted...
Gethsemane Global Radio's Hymns for Life host, Brad Lindsey, takes time to provide us with the history of several hymns that distinguish the Thanksgiving season such as We Gather Together, My Jesus I Love Thee (written by 16 year-old William Featherston) and The Lord's My Shepherd. These hymns have enriched the songs of the saints throughout the Thanksgiving season of the years - we trust this episode will be a blessing...
Our guest in this episode is Pastor Eric Klerck of the Shepherd’s Grace Baptist Church in Sandpoint Idaho. Pastor Klerck shares his story of his call to the ministry, his failure to heed the Lord and the price it cost him that resulted in the loss of his eyesight in 2006. His story is one of encouragement to those who might think that their limitations or disabilities can limit their usefulness to the Lord. He also provides details as to his search for the truth and what the Lord did to "open his eyes" in God's holy word...
A very interesting episode that spotlights the details of how the Lord moved and brought Brother Cadenhead and his family to the nation of Zimbabwe, of how the Lord settled the call to this field of service in the hearts of his wife and oldest son, and the nature of the ministry as related to the preaching and teaching of God's word to the lost, confused and religious of this African nation...
This episode was originally to feature Bro Faulk and Evangelist Cang Toi, who is serving in the northern tier of Myanmar (Burma) as a church planter. Although the telephonic connection did not materialize as planned with Cang Toi, Brother Faulk provided detailed information as to the ministry of Brother Toi and his service in the war torn regions of northern Burma. This episode provides information as to how to pray for and support our brethren in the country of Myanmar...
On Tuesday, October 18, 2022 the South Carolina State Senate will hold the most consequential pro-life vote in the history of our state. This episode provides an in-depth look at three questions facing Christians as to political involvement in the legislative process, the extent of pastoral involvement in influencing legislation and lastly, what steps need to be taken to remove abortion and protect the lives of innocent unborn children. The information related to the vote in South Carolina will, we know, have a great effect on our country, and potentially other countries around the world...
Brother Gurley, in this episode, provides us with the history of how the Lord opened the way, and the hearts of both he and his wife, to go and serve on the foreign field of south Asia - a story of how the grace of God touched and strengthened this family to go...even when it the last place they thought they would ever go...
Our guest on this episode is Brother Karl Baker, who joins us for an in-depth discussion on the theological division and methodology that arose and has affected evangelical efforts that followed the 2nd Great Awakening of the 1800's...Join us for this final chapter of this church history discussion...
Brother Nick Perkins and his family have recently arrived in the nation of Ghana, West Africa (July 2022). Brother Nick provides us with a recap of how the Lord stirred his heart to go to this field of service and how the Lord is using them now to minister in both the local church and Christian school ministries in western Ghana...truly a blessing to hear this testimony...
Our program this week is Part 3 of the discussion with Brother Karl Baker regarding the 2nd Great Awakening. This episode focuses on the evangelical efforts that were involved during the 19th century with the three main denominations (Methodists, Baptists and Presbyterians) , and the errors that resulted from certain methods and doctrines introduced in these meetings…A must listen...
Our conversation on Wheat Among the Tares is with Dallas Brown, Missionary to the nation of Burkina Faso, Africa. Brother Brown, along with his wife Ashley and their two children, have been serving the Lord Jesus Christ for approximately 4 years in this country. Brother Brown shares the details about his call to this country and the inroads of ministry that the Lord has opened to them to preach and minister the Gospel to those in need...
This week’s guest on Wheat Among the Tares is Hymns For Life host, Brad Lindsey. The topic of conversation on this episode focuses on the true nature of worship, as relating to the hymns of the church today, the inspiration and origin of some of these great hymns of the faith and how they can influence the daily walk of the child of God...
This episode is a follow up conversation with Pastor Sears, stemming from the first interview dated March 2, 2022. Brother Sears recounts the events of Nov 11, 2021, in which he fell from a roof and shattered his lower back. As result of the fall, he is now a paraplegic but continues to pastor and serve the Lord. He provides his personal insight into the questions that surround an event such as this, and how this situation has opened many doors to be a witness of the grace and strength of the Lord...
This episode features a conversation with Pastor Fred Wall, missionary to the country of Haiti for over 40 years. Brother Wall describes how the Lord brought this field of service into his (and his wife's) lives, which resulted in a lifetime of dedication and service to the people of Haiti, and shares some of the victories and discouragements along the way of ministry...
Brother Baker will be in studio this week to continue the discussion of The 2nd Great Awakening (Pt 2) and those who played a key role on this part of Church history, and the impact it had on the spirituality of America in the 1800-1900’s…pro and con....
This episode is the first of two that focuses on the details involving the spiritual movement in America referred to as the 2nd Great Awakening. The discussion with Pastor Williamson and Brother Baker centers around the a review of the spiritual condition of America during and following the First Great Awakening of the 1740-1750's and the Revolutionary War, and what led to this second movement, as described by historians. A very defining conversation that sheds light on the history of these stated circumstances...
In this episode, Brother Kruchkow provides details as to the Lord's providence in guiding him and his family to the mission field of Mongolia, and the current ministry efforts in the areas of printing tracts and books for the purpose of providing a foundational knowledge of the true God to the people of Mongolia...who have no knowledge of the Gospel and who the Lord Jesus Christ is...
In this episode, Brother Villarreal provides details as to his raising on the mission field of Mexico, and how the Lord prepared him to serve in the footsteps of his parents, who have ministered in Mexico for over 26 years. He describes the call upon his life and how the Lord brought the circumstances into his life that eventually led to his getting a wife, a ministry, and a life's calling...
In this episode, we speak with Brother Doug Carragher, Founder and Director of Wounded Spirits, a ministry that focuses on the spiritual needs of military personnel and private individuals who are struggling with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome). Brother Carragher (former military) shares his burden as to how the ministry began and what the Lord has done, and is doing, worldwide through the Wounded Spirits ministry, and the victories he has seen the Lord give to those who were in bondage...
The focus of this episode is on the question of missionary efforts that, in some cases, resulted in martyrdom. Brother Karl Baker discusses several questions associated with church history events that has resulted in the loss of life for those “sent”… and the age old question, Was it the will of God for those that died to go, knowing the risks...? May this podcast be a blessing...
This episode with Pastor Posey provides the details behind how the Lord first saved him, called him to the ministry to preach his word, and then moved his heart to begin a Christian school. This story focuses on the moving of the Lord on his heart, and then the hearts of his church and others in the community, to give to this endeavor - all begun when there were no funds to start the work. This present day testimony parallels the testimony of George Mueller, whose heart the Lord moved to begin an orphanage in Bristol England in the 1800's, which stands as a testimony today of the faithfulness of the Lord, and his answers to prayer...
In this episode, Brother Danny Kessler shares with us the beginnings of his (and his family's) eventual journey to the country of Bulgaria, and the ministry of the gospel since May 2012. He provides details as to the challenges he faces in this eastern European country, and what the Lord is doing to reach the many cities of Bulgaria through tract distribution and face-to-face evangelism...
This episode provides the latest with regard to the recent (May 2022) implementation of the Anti-Conversion Law, and his thoughts with regard to the impact on the ministry of God's word and the work of preaching to the lost. He reminds us in this podcast that the church of the Lord Jesus Christ has always suffered persecution, and that we, as believers, should expect this from a lost world. As you listen, be reminded to pray for the brethren in India...
This episode is the ninth of a continuing series, which is spotlighting the history of the Authorized Holy Bible (1611 AV). Focus of this episode is on the history of the evangelistic efforts and the spread of the Gospel in colonial America in the late 1700's and 1800's, God using men as Jonathan Edwards, Charles Finney and David Brainard as instruments in the 2nd Great Awakening...
In this episode, Brother Mullinax provides our Wheat Among the Tares listeners with an update on recent events in China as to the lock-down impact on the Church and how the communist government is attempting to eliminate access to Christian programs and materials from the populace. He also provides details of the recent shift in the ministry of The Bible Team, and what is being done to reach the Chinese people with the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ...
In this episode, Brother Chris Murray provides details as to the founding of IBOM and the current outreach to the countries of southeast Asia (Philippines, Myanmar (Burma), Thailand and Laos). He includes his personal history as to service in the Philippines for over 20 years, and how the ministry helped to prepare him for the larger outreach to these other countries. Listen and hear how you can help to pray for the brethren and pastors that minister daily the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ in these predominately closed countries...
This episode focuses on the current political situation (April 2022) in the nation of India, with a spotlight on persecution events against Christians. Pastor Hendricks provides insight as to the spiritual war behind these events, and what is needed as related to prayer for he and the brethren in India...
This episode focuses on the current case before the US Supreme Court involving the State of Mississippi and the ban on abortion after 15 weeks, also known as the "Heartbeat Act". Brother Gibbs provides excellent insight as to the how's and why's of the case and how God's people should be praying for members of the Supreme Court and the moving of the Lord on the hearts of these justices...He also gives a brief and blessed overview of how the Christian Law Association began in the living room of his home...
Brother Dollar is the host of the weekly program, The Storyteller, which is an audio collection of true life stories of First Nations people from across Native North America who are following Jesus Christ. In this episode, Brother Soapy (Mescalero Apache) gets to tell of his story, how he was abandoned on the streets of Albuquerque New Mexico as a baby, and was "found" of the Lord as a young man, and how the Lord Jesus Christ has changed his life. An inspiring account of the the Lord's grace and mercy...
In this episode, Brother Jeff Krontz, Director of Fairhaven Home, provides details as to the start of the Fairhaven Home for Men and how the Lord directed both he and Pastor Alfred Willis (Life Baptist Church, St. Stephens SC) into this ministry for those whose lives have been destroyed by drugs and alcohol. The story is truly a blessing and he describes how the Lord has met the many and varied needs that have risen - may the Lord bless you as you listen...
Brother Wonser updates us regarding his missionary endeavors on the island of Oahu among the native Hawaiians, the "houseless" (homeless) and the ministry to the US military troops awaiting deployment. He also gives insight as to the involvement of his family in the day-to-day ministry, and how the Lord has given them a heart for "others"...
This episode is the eighth of a continuing series, which is spotlighting the history of the Authorized Holy Bible (1611 AV). Focus of this episode is on the history of the evangelistic efforts in both England and colonial America in the 1700's, God using men as George Whitefield, John Wesley, Jonathan Edwards and Gilbert Tennent as forerunners to the Great Awakening...
This episode provides an update on the current religious persecution and political situations in the nation of Myanmar. Brother Faulk describes in detail the involvement of the Burmese military's operations against several regions of the country and how our Christian brethren are being impacted. Brother Faulk also relates of the sudden and recent loss of his daughter-in-law, along with telling the story of the loss of his wife less than two years ago. The information conveyed in this episode will certainly help you to pray in an informed way for this ministry...
This episode provides the details into the life-altering event of Pastor Sears, who is now a paraplegic as the result of a tragic fall. He provides a careful explanation of what happened on the particular day, how he, his family and church family have handled this turn of events, and the victories that the Lord Jesus Christ has given through grace and strength from his word...
This week's guest on “Wheat Among the Tares” is second-generation missionary to Papua New Guinea, Bro. Eric Fair. He shares his experience growing up in Papua New Guinea and his own personal calling to serve there alongside his parents, who have served on this field since 1994. His personal testimony of his desire to know God's call on his life provides wisdom to those who are considering mission work, especially on the foreign fields...
This episode is the seventh of a continuing series, which is spotlighting the history of the Authorized Holy Bible (1611 AV). Focus of this episode is on the evangelistic efforts in England and colonial America in the 1600 & 1700's by men such as John Bunyan, George Whitefield, John Wesley, Jonathan Edwards and George Muller, and how they were opposed by the religious hierarchy of their days as to the preaching of the Gospel to the common man...
This episode is the sixth of a continuing series, which is spotlighting the history of the Authorized Holy Bible (1611 AV). Details of this episode includes how the issuance of the Authorized Bible first affected England and Scotland, and the reception it received from both the high church hierarchy and lower church bishops during the first 50 years. Discussion also includes the beginnings of the spiritual awakenings that occurred in both England and eventually the American colonies under the preaching of John Bunyan, George Whitefield and John and Charles Wesley...
This episode focuses on the subject of social media from a pastor's point of view - how it affects Christians today in their lives, the lives of their families and the realities of their walk with the Lord. This discussion provides details in three vital areas of living: our personal life and the potential of a secret side , the gift of time as given from God, and the effect of social media on our thinking and perceptions...
In this episode, Brother Shull describes the resumption of the ministry in Greenland, following a three-month visit to the United States. He provides details as to what the Lord is doing in the village of Ilulissat, Greenland, and also shares some history of earlier evangelistic works, originally established by the Moravians in the early 1700's. This field of service is challenging, but listen to Brother Shull's description of God's grace to he and his family...
Pastor Kenya, in this episode, provides our listeners with the rich details of how the Lord brought he and his family to the United States from the nation of Kenya. He also shares how the Lord led in the formation of Touch Point Ministry, and the current efforts of this missionary endeavor to his native country along with the status of persecution against Christians...
This episode provides a detailed history of Mr. Wattcott's arrest and 5-year court case involving his involvement in handing out pamphlets in Toronto CA at a Pride Parade in 2016. Brother Wattcott provides some very interesting facts about the prosecution of his case, and the depth to which the Canadian government has pursued this situation, and the initial victory he has won through the Lord's intervention. Be reminded to pray for this brother as you listen...
This episode centers on persecution updates from two fields: the Middle East and the nation of Africa. Brother Nettleton provides details into his recent trip to the Middle East and relates several eyewitness accounts of his interaction with believers in this area. He also conveys information of recent events in the countries of Nigeria and Mozambique, and the need for prayer for the brethren that are suffering...
This episode focuses on the current religious persecution and political situations in the nation of Myanmar. Brother Faulk describes in detail the involvement of the Burmese military's operations against the Chin, Kachin and Karen tribes of Myanmar, which are predominately Christian in theology. The information conveyed in this episode will certainly help you to pray in an informed way for the churches in the country of Myanmar...
Attorney Gibbs, in this episode, provides details as to the questions before the US Supreme Court in association with the abortion case from the state of Mississippi. He provides an insight as to what points the Supreme Court justices are addressing, and offers his thoughts as the impact of the prayers of God's people for this outcome. This episode also addresses the vaccine mandate that is impacting the lives of all Americans, and what advice the Christian Law Association is offering to those who are facing the challenges posed by this mandate...
This episode spotlights how the Lord moved Pastor Hixon to leave the pastorate of 28 years, to go to the foreign fields of southeast Asia. He describes the inner struggles of both himself and his wife, as they considered this life-changing decision, and the anticipated blessings of serving on the field for the Lord Jesus Christ...
Join Pastor Steve Williamson, Brad Lindsey of the Hymns For Life radio series and host Blake Lindsey, in a look back at the founding of the Thanksgiving observance here in America, and the history behind several of the beloved hymns associated with the the Thanksgiving holiday...
This episode focuses on the founding of the Tabernacle Children's Home ministry, it's history and the consistent and caring efforts of those who have been, and are involved in the daily operation of this orphanage ministry. Ms. Sanney conveys her own personal history, having been raised in a children's home environment, and how the Lord touched her heart to be a servant to children in her adult life. May you be blessed as you listen...
This episode provides a detailed conversation with Brother Timothy Davis as to the Lord's leading in his life as a 12-year old young man, to desire the mission call to the nation of Myanmar. He conveys how the Lord brought people into his life that were from Myanmar during his early ministry years here in the United States before ever leaving to the mission field, and how the Lord touched his heart for this country, to fulfill the harvest call for the souls of men...
This particular episode is the fifth in a five-part series spotlighting the history of the Bible and it's preservation through the years up to the AV 1611 Bible. This episode focuses on the details involving the promulgation of the Authorized Bible, and how men from the three major universities in England at the time (Cambridge, Oxford and Westminster) were used by God to give the world the "exact translation of the Holy Scriptures into the English tongue"...
This episode provides insight from Brother Prosser as to the current political movements that are targeting our families, pastors and churches. Being a pastor himself, he brings to light what we as Christians can do to combat these influences, and steps to take to return the needed Christian principles to our society once again...
This episode features Gethsemane Baptist Church's own, missionary Nick Perkins, who provides our listeners with the "how" of God's call on his life to enter mission work, and specifically what the Lord has done to direct he and his family's path to work in the church and school ministries in Ghana, West Africa, a work originally begun by Brother Johnny Todd in the early 1970's...
This episode spotlights the ministry of The Bible Team, a ministry associated with Bible distribution to churches in China and Korea. Brother Mullinax provides details as to his call to this field of service, how the Lord touched the hearts of his wife and children to support this special ministry, and the efforts over the past 17 years to bring the word of God to the people of the Far East...
Brother Womack provides details in this episode as to his (and his family's) call to the orphanage ministry (Little Fish) in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, and what the Lord is currently doing in reaching these children with the truth of the gospel. He also describes the aspects of several other outreaches of this missionary work - all for the purpose that men might be saved, and come to the knowledge of the truth...
Attorney Gibbs, in this episode, provides the listener with excellent insight into the controversy surrounding the COVID Vaccine mandates, both in the public and private sectors, and what Christians and American citizens should do with regard to the application of both conscience and religious exemptions and assistance with the process...
This episode provides an insight into the ministry of Voice of the Martyrs and it's impact on Christians and the world. Listen as Brother Nettleton provides anecdotal testimony of several brethren that have suffered for name of Jesus Christ as result of his personal interviews...
This particular episode is the fourth in a four-part series spotlighting the history of the Bible and it's preservation through the years up to the AV 1611 Bible. Discussion includes the works of the Geneva Bible, the Great Bible and the promulgation of the Authorized Bible under the reign of James I in England. The program also includes a discussion of John Bunyan, who while in prison, was given to write the great allegory, Pilgrim's Progress, the second most published book in history...
This episode spotlights the ministry of Brother Kruchkow in the nation of Mongolia, with an emphasis on outreach of their printing ministry of the scriptures and tracts to reach those that have never heard the name of Jesus Christ...listen as Brother Kruchkow describes the details of how the Lord directed him in the founding of this ministry and what the Lord is doing through him to reach this nation...
This is the third in a series of podcasts that features Pastor Karl Baker in discussion of Christian church history. This particular episode focuses on the lives of the Waldensians and the histories of John Huss and William Tyndale, and their influence in the preservation of the Bible...
This episode is the second guest appearance for Brother Baumgartner, who shares with us an update of the ministry and details involving recent events as to "saves" and persecutions occurring with the sidewalk ministry. The discussion also focuses on the recent case from the state of Mississippi that is scheduled to be heard by the US Supreme Court regarding the Heartbeat legislation case, etc. Trust this episode will be a blessing...
This is Episode 2 of a continuing discussion regarding the need for God's people to study church history, and details involving the importance of remembering those of the faith that have gone before us...
This episode provides a detailed history of Brother Chris Shull's call to the mission field of Greenland, the providence of God's hand from his first day of arriving on the field, and how the Lord has expanded the ministry during his 14 years of service to the present day. He describes certain aspects of the ministry and the hardships associated with the harsh environment of the Arctic...
This episode provides insight into the beginnings of church history with a focus on the history of the Authorized Bible, and the movement of the scriptures throughout the world. Details as to the present day movement to change biblical history and erase it from the foundational principles of our country is also an element of the discussion...
This episode provides details associated with the origination of Hearts for the Hungry, and specifically how Mr. Hess became involved with this ministry to the nation of Haiti. Listen as Brother Hess describes how the needs of adults and children are met through the varied outreaches of Hearts for the Hungry and the working hands of veteran missionaries...
This episode focuses on the recent issue(s) surrounding the transgender movement and its impact on churches and Christian schools here in United States. Dr. Gibbs provides an excellent overview of the legal landscape and what Christians can, and must do, to stand for godly principles in association with this movement...
In this episode, Brother Matacchiera describes how he was called by the Lord Jesus Christ to minister in the nation of Zambia Africa, how his family is now serving in the ministry and how the Lord has equipped them in this field of service...be blessed to hear this man's testimony of the Lord's hand on this family...
This program details the recent action taken by the City of Lebanon Ohio, to become known as a Sanctuary City For the Unborn, and the details involving the steps taken to implement this designation. Take time to listen how Councilman Mathews describes how one young man, adopted from the nation of India, and now living in the Lebanon Ohio area, became the impetus for this action taken by the City...
This program features a conversation with Brother Brown, who conveys how the podcast, "Forgotten" came to be, and it's focus on telling the stories of Christian men and women who have let their lights shine before men, and how their lives have glorified the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ...
This episode focuses on the ministry of Christian Concern, which provides legal assistance to pastors and other individuals who have suffered persecution for their faith...Mr. John provides many details as to the ministry and how it has assisted to secure liberties for these Christian brethren who have suffered the wrong...
This episode focuses on the ministry of the Shepherd's Disciples, an alcohol and drug addiction recovery program. Brother Steven Smith provides an insight into the ministry as to it's beginnings and how it is affecting the lives of those that come for help. The program also includes an interview with one of the graduates of the ministry program, Mr. Jacob Ray, who provides us with his testimony of how the Lord Jesus Christ changed his life as result of this Bible-based ministry. Listen to what the Lord is doing...
Brother Wonser shares his missionary endeavors on two fields of service: the Philippines for 13 years and the current ministry on the island of Oahu in the state of Hawaii. Listen as he shares of his experiences and answers to prayer in the life of a missionary...
This episode focuses on the most recent developments in the country of Myanmar (Burma), as relating to the pastors and teachers associated with Reach International Ministries. Brother Faulk has ministered in the country of Myanmar for the past 5 years and is presently in the United States as result of the pandemic situation, closure of the country, etc. Listen as he describes the needs of the brethren and how best to pray for them in the midst of their hardships...
Pastor Hendricks describes for our listeners the most recent Covid lock-down conditions in the country of India and the impact of the church and the overall population, and also provides insight as to persecution that has arisen from Hindu mobs in the area of Karnataka (where his church is based)...
This program focuses on the ministry to the deaf, both locally and internationally through both of these ministries. Both of these men spotlight how the Lord called and prepared them for their respective ministries. Contact for Silent Word Ministries can be found at www.silentword.org...
The conversation spotlights two areas of service for this 2nd generation missionary, the north central area of Mexico and the US southern border, site of illegal immigration history and the great need for the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. Listen as this young man describes what the Lord has put upon his heart to do...
Brother Baumgartner provides the details of the origin of this pro-life sidewalk-counseling ministry, and first-hand accounts of the impact of the ministry and its outreach...
Pastor Casey describes the history of the church and the recent events surrounding the City of Worcester's efforts to shut down worship services as result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The church's stand resulted in victory...
The program focuses on the current political situation within Myanmar and its effect on our Christian brethren in the country...vivid descriptions of what is happening and explanations of how to pray for Christians who are suffering...
Be enlightened and challenged through this conversation with Brother (Dr.) Charles Kenya as he describes his conversion, call to the ministry and details of his life's journey with the Lord from Kenya to the United States. The journey is worth the time...
Conversation focuses on present ministry challenges for this group and what the Lord has done to answer prayer...