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Discern

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This podcast features content from Discern Magazine. In a world that can be complex and discouraging, it’s refreshing to find thoughtful, practical answers to the questions that affect you. We are dedicated to giving you meaningful insights that are relevant to your life now and that can give you solid hope for your future.
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Episodes

Episode 122: Is the EU a Superpower?

Written by Mike Bennett and presented by Clyde Kilough Today’s European Union has major weaknesses as well as strengths. What does Bible prophecy say about an end-time European superpower? Read online

Mar 31, 202214 minEp. 122

Episode 121: “You of Little Faith”

Written by Mike Bennett and presented by Clyde Kilough What can we learn from the times when Jesus chided His disciples for their little faith? And from the examples of “great faith” He highlighted as well? Read online

Mar 24, 20228 minEp. 121

Episode 120: Life and Death Are in the Power of the Tongue

Written by David Treybig and presented by Kevin Scarbrough Disrespectful speech is on the rise. What does the Bible say about the way we communicate and the life-and-death power of our words? How can we improve? Read Online

Mar 17, 202210 minEp. 120

Episode 119: Miracle Stories

Written by Mary Clark and presented by Becky Bennett When we pray for a miracle, do we recognize God’s hand, even if it isn’t exactly what we prayed for—or even knew to pray for? Here’s why I believe in miracles. Read online

Mar 10, 20227 minEp. 119

Episode 118: Egypt: A Story of Transformation

Written by Isaac Khalil and presented by Erik Jones The nation of Egypt plays a prominent role in biblical history and symbolism. Egypt will also become an example of transformation! Read Online

Mar 03, 202211 minEp. 118

Episode 116: Should Christians Celebrate Passover?

Written by Jason Hyde and presented by Erik Jones Should Christians pass over the annual Passover or celebrate it? What are God’s instructions about this often-overlooked festival observed by the early Church? Read Online

Feb 17, 202214 minEp. 116

Episode 115: What Can We Learn From Jesus’ Childhood?

Written and presented by Erik Jones The Gospels don’t tell us much about Jesus’ childhood, but they do give us some details. What can we learn from what we do know about Jesus as a boy? Read online

Feb 02, 202213 minEp. 115

Episode 113: What Does the Bible Say About Money?

Written by Tom Kirkpatrick and presented by Erik Jones Is the way we manage “our” money only a physical, bookkeeping consideration, or is it a character issue? Make a full study of what the Bible says about money. Read online

Jan 19, 202211 minEp. 113

Episode 112: Things That Never Change

Written and presented by Jim Franks The COVID-19 pandemic and human responses to it have turned the world upside down. When it seems everything is changing, what can we count on to never change? Read online

Jan 12, 202210 minEp. 112

Episode 111: Characteristics of Mary, Mother of Jesus

Written by Jason Hyde and presented by David Hicks God chose an extraordinary young woman to be the mother of Jesus Christ. What are some characteristics we can all learn from this woman of faith? Read online

Jan 05, 202212 minEp. 111

Episode 109: How Much Pagan Is Too Pagan?

Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier As Christians, how should we approach an activity, tradition or object that has pagan origins? God’s Word gives us a clear path forward. Read online

Dec 23, 20216 minEp. 109

Episode 107: Foibles, Fallibility and Humility

Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier It’s easy to be wrong about God’s Word—but it’s not always easy to know we’re wrong. How should we approach our own potential for misunderstanding? Read online

Dec 02, 20218 minEp. 107

Episode 106: America’s Decline

Written by Neil Hogberg and presented by Clyde Kilough With the U.S. still reeling from domestic convulsions, its ignominious departure from Afghanistan has led allies to question if the American era is ending. Read online

Nov 25, 202116 minEp. 106

Episode 105: Modern Marriage Lessons From Abraham and Sarah

Written by David Treybig and presented by Jeremy Lallier What does the Bible reveal about the marriage of Abraham and Sarah? What can we learn about Christian marriage from these pillars of faith? Read online

Nov 18, 20219 minEp. 105

Episode 104: “In Everything Give Thanks” (Really?)

Written by Mike Bennett and presented by Clyde Kilough Paul wrote some inspiring and beautiful sentiments, such as, “In everything give thanks.” But is that literally realistic? Read online

Nov 11, 20214 minEp. 104

Episode 103: "All Things Work Together for Good" (Really)

Written by Jason Hide and presented by Kevin Scarbrough Paul wrote that “all things work together for good” in Romans 8:28. But what does this wonderful promise mean—especially when bad things happen? Read online

Nov 04, 202110 minEp. 103

Episode 102: End-Time World Problems: How Will They Be Solved?

Written by Issac Khalil and presented by Erik Jones Our world is facing a series of worsening problems. Can we solve these seemingly insurmountable problems? The Bible outlines the root causes and solutions! Read online

Oct 28, 202111 minEp. 102

Episode 101: Dangers of Artificial Intelligence

Written by Mike Bennett and presented by Clyde Kilough It’s the stuff of science fiction, but some scientists foresee real danger as we create AI systems that exceed our own abilities. What is the future of humanity? Read online

Oct 21, 202118 minEp. 101

Episode 100: Walk as He Walked

Written and presented by Erik Jones In this article, we introduce our newest column, “Walk as He Walked.” What is this new column all about, and why is it important for you? Read online

Oct 07, 202112 minEp. 100

Episode 99: Things Are Looking Up

Written by Mike Bennett and presented by Clyde Kilough Rather, they will be soon. Now, everything seems to be spiraling downward, but the Bible promises a better world—a world where everything will be looking up! Read online

Sep 30, 202113 minEp. 99

Episode 98: The Art of Giving

Written by Mary Clark and presented by Becky Bennett God gives every good and perfect gift, and He wants us to be like Him and to learn the art of giving from the heart. God loves a cheerful giver! Read online

Sep 23, 20218 minEp. 98

Episode 95: Dante’s Un-Divine Comedy

Written by Jason Hyde and presented by David Hicks Dante died 700 years ago, but his poetic visions of hell and heaven live on. How do they compare with what the Bible teaches about life after death? Read online

Sep 02, 202111 minEp. 95

Episode 94: What Should Christians Do About Injustice?

Written and presented by Jeremy Lallier The world is full of injustice, and Christians have a wide range of thoughts on how to deal with it. How does God say we should approach injustice? Read online

Aug 26, 20219 minEp. 94

Episode 93: Justice for All: How Will It Come?

Written and presented by Clyde Kilough The plague of injustice has forever afflicted humanity, and we obviously are powerless to stop it. But change is coming—just not in the way most people think! Read online

Aug 19, 202115 minEp. 93
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