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Church? Hell No

Dennis Hallwww.buzzsprout.com
This podcast is for individuals who are desperately missing God but don't know how to find him. Church is not an option for many. Ordained Minister, Dennis Hall, and his guests will discuss topics that are uplifting and bring hope.
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Episodes

Abortion and the Connection with School Shootings and Street Violence

Ordained Minister Dennis Hall discusses the impact that 63,459,00 abortions have had on women and the moral fabric of America. He carefully spells out the reasons that Christians are passionately opposed to abortion. Fifty percent of women who obtained an abortion said they were not sure about the procedure at the time and fifty percent indicated that they felt it was morally wrong while undergoing an abortion. The abortion industry has gone to great lengths to downplay the short-term and long-t...

May 27, 202231 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Christians Should Submit-Except

Ordained minister Dennis Hall discusses the difference between anarchist views about protests and civil disobedience and biblical submission. After reviewing the instructions in Romans 13 that outline the reasons to submit to society's authorities. He points out the many times that civil disobedience is seen in the Scripture. The Protestant reformation remains the most famous protest in the world. Christians do protest people and presidents that disparage the image of God, policies, and practice...

May 22, 202227 min

Dishonoring Your Father and Mother

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and his guest Pastor George Whirley at the New Creation Restoration Church and Prison Ministry in Indianapolis, IN discuss the fifth commandment, "Honor your father and mother so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you." (Exodus 20:15) They point out that the word honor means to place a high value on someone, a level of reverence. The way parents help children avoid the evils of the world are reviewed along with the importance of honoring ...

May 14, 202234 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Patriotism VS Christianity

Ordained minister Dennis Hall discusses the things that create the emotional attachment to our nation, America. The sacrifices that have been made to ensure religious freedom and the contemporary state of religious freedom in the United States are part of this discussion. He outlines the many ways that Christianity is being attacked. It is pointed out that the Scripture makes it clear that the citizenship of Christians is in heaven. For Christians, God is King-not man. As much as America is love...

May 06, 202227 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Can't Forgive? Consequences?

Ordained Minister Dennis Hall and his guest Jay Powell, Senior Pastor of Church at the Beach in Panama City Beach, Florida discuss the teachings of Scripture that require Christians to be forgiving people and how failure to do so impacts the relationship with Jesus. A wide variety of causes of hatred and bitterness are addressed. Their discussion recognizes that almost everyone experiences temporary periods of an unforgiving spirit but the professed Christians who choose to remain unforgiving sh...

Apr 29, 202232 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Transgenderism-An Ancient Sin-Modern Day Mental Disorder

Ordained minister Dennis Hall discusses the cultural movement known as transgenderism. He defines this movement and explores what the Bible has to say about men and women attempting to change their biological gender. Transgenderism is then subjected to the views of the Americans College of Pediatricians and Dr. Paul R. McHugh the former chief of psychiatry at John Hopkins Hospital. This fascinating presentation concludes that it is not possible to change a person's gender and efforts to do so ar...

Apr 22, 202224 minSeason 2Ep. 15

The Truth about the Resurrection

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and his guest George Whirley, Pastor, New Creation Restoration Church and Prison Ministry discuss the truth about the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. They review the story of the Resurrection as told in Mathew, Mark, Luke, and John, noting how soon after the Resurrection this history was recorded. The evidence that Jesus was killed by his crucifixion is reviewed. The significance of the angel at the tomb meeting with women and not the disciples is reviewed. The discip...

Apr 15, 202234 minSeason 2Ep. 14

Crisis in the Western World-Apostasy

Ordained minister Dennis Hall explores the implications of a Supreme Court nominee refusing or unable to define a woman. He explains why this act is a falling away from Christian faith and principles, considered apostasy in Christian churches. The meaning of the word apostasy is revealed along with the Scripture that speaks to apostasy. He addresses Moral apostacy, Theological apostasy, and Pharisaical apostasy. The spiritual warfare that is underway is part of his discussion of the cultural hea...

Apr 05, 202228 minSeason 2Ep. 13

The "F" Bomb and Lack of Civility

Ordained Minister Dennis Hall and his guest Rev Jim Murphy, Pastor of Christ Anglican Church in Cashiers, NC discuss the lack of civility in American society and the growing tension between the right and left, extremists and moderates, believers and non-believers, and the have and have-nots. The widespread use of obscene and vulgar words in everyday language aimed at others, from the blue collar workplace to the offices of corporate and political leaders this lack of civility is producing a gene...

Mar 25, 202233 minSeason 2Ep. 12

The Free Gift that will Cost You Your Life

Ordained Minister Dennis Hall discusses salvation as the free gift that will cost you your life. He highlights Scripture that tells us we are saved by the grace of God, not through our works. He goes on to quote Jesus who is asking that those who believe in Him follow Him. He wants us to follow Him in faith and love. Reverend Hall points out that Jesus said that if we love Him we will follow his teachings, and that if there is no evidence in our lives that we are following Jesus, then in Jesus' ...

Mar 18, 202220 minSeason 2Ep. 11

What should we think about street preachers?

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and George Whirley, Pastor of New Creations Restoration Church and prison ministry in Indianapolis, IN discuss the negative attitudes toward street preachers. They discuss the street preachers in the Bible from Peter, Noah, Jonah, John the Baptist, Paul, and Jesus. The reasons street preachers get negative reactions are explored from a Scriptural standpoint. John 3:20 is highlighted, "Everyone who does evil hate the light for fear that their deeds will be exposed." ...

Mar 11, 202240 minSeason 2Ep. 10

At the Foot of the Cross on Main Street

Podcasting from the world's largest motorcycle event, ordained minister Dennis Hall interviews an iconic figure regularly seen on Main Street in Daytona , Florida, during the famous Daytona Bike Week, standing by a twelve foot cross symbolizing the crucifixion of Jesus. George Whirley, Pastor of New Creations Restoration Church and Prison Ministry in Indianapolis, IN has carried the cross down Main Street during Daytona Bike Weekkfor the last twentyl eight years. During this interview listeners ...

Mar 07, 202227 minEp. 9

Holy Huddle

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and Rev. Jim Murphy, Pastor Christ Anglican Church, Cashiers, NC discuss the purposes of churches and the dangers of a Holy Huddle defined as the tendency for Christians to surround themselves with other believers. It occurs when believers isolate themselves from non-Christians, developing relationships only with other believers, having very few deep friendships, if any, with unbelievers. How to determine if you are living in a Holy Huddle and how to escape the Holy...

Feb 26, 202234 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Dark Problems (pandemic) vs God's Word

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and Dr. Mark Ford, Pastor First Baptist Church, Highlands, North Carolina discuss the pandemic's (COVID) biblical implications. The pandemics in the Scripture are highlighted as well as the many pandemics that have occurred throughout the history of the world. The idea that the COVID vaccine should be avoided because it may be the mark (666) talked about in the book of Revelations was dismissed. Both of these theological scholars agree that this contemporary plague ...

Feb 17, 202231 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Dark Problems VS God's Word-3

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and guest Dr. Mark Ford, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Highlands, North Carolina discuss the gradual move toward globalism. They begin by defining globalism and the secular idols that are being created in this movement, pointing out the idols of big global data (the internet), big global law, and big global money funds. The gradual decreasing significance of national borders and the impact on the principles of Christian faith are an important part of this discussion...

Feb 11, 202224 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Dark Problems VS God's Word-2

Dennis Hall and his guest Dr. Mark Fork, Pastor First Baptist Church, Highlands, North Carolina continue their discussion of the dark problems in the United States and what God's word has to say about these issues. With the backdrop of the country celebrating black history month and a self-described Marxist organization like Black Lives Matter having their principles taught in public school to acknowledge this month's designation, the discussion analyzes the Bible's view of socialism. The beginn...

Feb 03, 202223 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Dark Problems VS God's Word-1

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and guest Dr. Mark Ford, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Highlands, NC discuss today's dark problems from Cancel Culture to Wokeism and Critical Race Theory. The problems around the world from threats of war, threats from Muslim nations, and the climate issues are probed in this discussion. Many of today's dark problems can be traced to the decline in Bible study, discipleship, and prayer and and the erosion of commitment. Doctrinal compromise in the church is waterin...

Jan 30, 202228 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Murder in the Hood

Pastor Dennis Hall and his guest Pastor George Whirley, New Creation Restoration Church and Prison Ministry, Indianapolis, IN discuss the increasing crime and violence plaguing the major cities across the US. The implications of poverty, drugs and alcohol, and fatherless homes are addressed. The focus of gangs and the role these groups play in the violence is part of this discussion. Are we our brother's keeper is a question raised by Cain's talk with God after murdering his brother Abel. This d...

Jan 22, 202232 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Generation Z-Our future!

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and Jeremy Dooley, Pastor for Students, NorthPointe Baptist Church, Burleson, TX focus on generation Z (under 30) in this conversation. Baby boomers cannot remember a world without TV, Millennials cannot remember a world without computers, and generation Z cannot remember a world without constant immediate access to the web. Generation Z is called the first post-Christian generation in America. Their opinions are heavily influenced by social media. They are inclusiv...

Jan 15, 202235 minSeason 2Ep. 2

New Year Resolution

Ordained minister Dennis Hall reviews the role that the birth of Jesus plays in the calendar that is used worldwide to keep track of years and days. The top five new year resolutions are discussed and he suggests one should consider adding to learn to love more fully and deeply to our resolutions. Love is a very complicated emotion and the English language only has one one to describe this feeling. The Greek language has nine words for love and these words are inadequate to explain the many vari...

Jan 01, 202233 minEp. 14

Truth Decay

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and Rev. Jim Murphy, Pastor-Christ Anglican Church, Cashiers, NC. discuss the moral changes in America over the last sixty years. The reasons that morality matters is explained. The overarching impact of scientific discovery during the last three hundred years on Christian faith is explored. The influence of the sexual revolution that began in the sixties with the availability of the "pill" is acknowledged. The major changes from the end of prayer in schools, legali...

Dec 29, 202134 min

Christmas Traditions and the Christmas Story

Ordained Minister Dennis Hall discusses the Christmas traditions of the Christmas tree, Santa Claus, and the mythical story of St. Nickolas and a sleight pulled by eight reindeer and Rudolf the red nosed reindeer. He shares the story of the birth of Jesus from the Scripture in Luke 1 and 2 and demonstrates how these traditions are tied to the Christian faith. You will be uplifted by this special episode during the Christmas holidays. dahall46@icloud.com

Dec 18, 202123 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Christmas Time for Giving

Ordained Minister Dennis Hall and guest Pastor George Whirley, New Creations Restoration Church and Prison Ministry, Indianapolis, IN discuss the consequences of taking Christ out of Christmas. God's gift of his Son to mankind is the greatest gift of all and is the reason for Christmas. The Wise men from the East set the example of loving Jesus so much that gifts were offered to the Savior. The giving of gifts is biblical when they are given out of our love for God. The greatest gift that one ca...

Dec 11, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Sex in the City

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and Dr. Mark Ford, Pastor of First Baptist Church, Highlands, North Carolina discuss sexual practices in the United States and both Scriptural teaching and the sociological implications are addressed. Gay marriages are addressed in light of Scriptural teaching about Holy Matrimony and the high divorce rate among lesbian marriages. The findings about children of same sex marriages is also explored. The prevalence of cohabitation before marriage is acknowledged and th...

Dec 03, 202138 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Thanksgiving Special 2021

Ordained minister Dennis Hall hosts a special Thanksgiving podcast with his son Geoff as the special guest. They discuss the reason for the Thanksgiving holiday and its origin and then begin to discuss their top blessings for which to be thankful. At the very top was thankful for God and his creation. They identified God's attributes of love, justice, power, constant presence, limitless knowledge and intimacy. The reasons that we are thankful for families and God's attitude toward families. The ...

Nov 24, 202132 minSeason 1Ep. 11

God's Plan-Suffering

Ordained minister, Dennis Hall and his guest Pastor George Whirley, New Creations Restoration Church and Prison Ministry in Indianapolis, Indiana discuss suffering. The beginning of suffering in the Garden of Eden and the role that humanity plays in creating suffering is explored. Why we suffer and how God uses suffering to discipline his followers and expand his Kingdom is a key part of the discussion. How suffering contributes to exposing our weaknesses is acknowledged. Suffering is part of Go...

Nov 20, 202133 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Don't tempt me!

Ordained minister Dennis Hall discusses the sources of temptation-Satan-our own human nature-or from the world. Satan as a supernatural personality is explored including his origin and his deceitful threats and his goal to destroy believers. The top five temptations that Satan uses to conquer men's lives. He points out even when you understand that Jesus came to redeem us and forgive our sins that the most difficult thing is to forgive yourself. Habitual self criticism gets in the way of followi...

Nov 13, 202133 minSeason 1Ep. 9

I Don't Get Mad-I Get Even

Ordained Minister, Dennis Hall and Jay Powell, Senior Pastor of the Church at the Beach, Panama City Beach, Florida discuss the examples in our society of anger and rage. Cursing and obscene hand gestures are analyzed and the role this behavior plays in today's culture. The phenomenon of road rage and what causes it is part of the discussion. The collective chanting of obscene phrases in stadiums aimed at the sitting presidents and how the current "Lets go Brandon" impacts this behavior is part ...

Nov 05, 202132 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Am I crazy or is God talking?

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and Pastor George Whirley, New Creations Restoration Church and Prison ministry in Indianapolis, IN discuss the ways that God speaks to us today. Although God speaks to us through Scripture he still speaks to man in many other ways. He speaks through called ordained ministers and committed lay Christians. Circumstances of life allowed by God are sometimes a message from God. God's voice is heard as a still small nnner voice for many and some have experienced an audi...

Oct 30, 202128 minSeason 1Ep. 7

I Can't Hear You! Pray!

Ordained minister Dennis Hall and Jay Powell, Senior Pastor, The Church at the Beach, Panama City Beach, Fl. discuss the percentage of people who pray and the definition of prayer, pointing out that prayer is when we lift up our souls to God and offer ourselves to Him in obedience and acknowledging our weakness as human beings. The mystery of intersessional prayer and the miracles that occur is part of this discussion. When prayers are not answered is a topic in this podcast that provides biblic...

Oct 23, 202137 minSeason 1Ep. 6
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