Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, uses the tragic terrorist attack in New Orleans that resulted in 15 deaths and more than 35 others injured to launch a discussion about death and dying. He points out that most research on the fear of death shows no link at all between religion and the fear of dying. He goes through an anthology of quotes from famous religious figures regarding death. Psalm 139:16 reveals that God has numbered our days even before we are born. Dr. Hall makes it clear that God does not want us to be afraid of death and dying. It is acknowledged that it is not abnormal to be afraid of death and dying and that any concerns can be alleviated by thinking about spending eternity with Jesus. He concludes with the biblical promises that when believers die the Angels come to get them and that it’s only a temporary moment before we walk to the other side. Can be seen on YouTube at:
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Ordained minister Dr. Dennis Hall and his special guest Libby Malcolm, a resident of Paris, France, begin this podcast discussing Christianity in France. The discussion then takes a turn toward the practice of celebrating New Year's Day with New Year’s resolutions. Referring to survey research, it is pointed out that those under the age of 30 make more New Year’s resolutions than any other age group. Survey research also outlines the top New Year’s resolutions and reveals that resolutions typically last less than four months. Dr. Hall then compares New Year’s resolutions with the Christian faith concept of repentance. The discussion then focuses on why it is so hard to repent from things that is displeasing to God. Will God continue to forgive you if you commit the same sin over and over again? This question is addressed at length in the podcast. The podcast concludes with the admonition, “Don’t let pride, fear, or temporary pleasures of sin keep you from experiencing the blessings of repentance. Can be seen on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/lz8bKUl044U and heard on all podcast search engines.

Ordained minister, Dr. Dennis Hall, focuses on the mind-boggling story of the angel Gabriel visiting Mary to tell her that she was going to become pregnant by the Holy Spirit and would give birth to the Christ child. Dr. Hall points out that 7 out of 10 Americans believe in angels. In this podcast contemporary sightings and interactions with beings that seem to be angels are discussed. Dr. Hall reviews the various roles that angels play based on scriptural references. He especially focuses on the role of angels in the Christmas story. The podcast concludes with the assertion that if you are a follower of Jesus Christ, you do not just have one guardian angel to watch over you, you have an army of angels standing ready to assist when commanded by God. Can also be see on YouTube at:
https://youtu.be/lQX_aScNeG4