Part 1 of 3, helping Christians understand Islam. This episode describes what Islam believes about what is required for salvation.

Christians Understanding Islam, Part 1: The Gospel According to Mohammed?

Part 3 of a 3-part series of talks explaining Islam to Christians. This episode focuses on Islam's holiest book, the Quran and how Muslims interpret it.

06/28/2015 - Christians Understand Islam, Part 3: Decoding the Quran

Introducing the book of 1st Kings and the tense political and familial drama surrounding the ascent of Solomon to the throne of Israel, succeeding his father King David--a story filled with intrigue, vendettas, violence...and faith. 1 Kings 1-2

Not Despairingly

1 Kings, Ep. 1: Solomon Becomes King

Exposition of 1 Kings 19: What happens when a prophet loses his mojo? Where does he go?

1 Kings, Ep. 8: Elijah Flees

The Untold Civil War Story of Southern Men Who Fought for the Union:
A young farm laborer must decide between his natural need and desire to stay home with his wife and child and the inexorable pull of war as the nation plunges into conflict.

Tennessee Men Ep. 1, The Cause

"He Made Us Soldiers." The arrival of Gen. George Thomas to take command at Camp Dick Robinson changed everything for the men of the 2nd Tennessee Volunteer Infantry.

Tennessee Men, Ep. 3: George Thomas

Unionists launch an audacious plan to retake East Tennessee from the Confederates involving the burning of key railroad bridges in a daring coordinated raid.

Tennessee Men Ep. 5: The Bridge Burners, Pt. 1

Following a night of attempted railroad sabotage, Union partisans in East Tennessee faced disappointment by the failure of the Federal army to back them up and severe backlash from their Confederate neighbors.

Tennessee Men, Ep. 6: The Bridge Burners, Pt. 2

The men of the 2nd Tennessee have their first Christmas of the war as they face a battlefield confrontation with their old nemesis, Gen. Felix Zollicoffer.

Tennessee Men, Ep. 7: Moving Toward Confrontation

The men of the 2nd Tennessee Volunteer Infantry (USA) take part in their first major battle under their division commander Gen. George Thomas, the first significant Union victory of the war.

Tennessee Men, Ep. 8: The Battle of Mill Springs

The prophet Elijah passes his mantle, both literally and figuratively, to his servant Elisha in one of the most drawn out, dramatic scenes of the Bible. 2 Kings 1, 2

2 Kings, Ep. 1: The Last Day of Elijah

With Elijah the Prophet taken away and the death of King Ahab, Elisha comes to the fore as the chief spokesman for Yahweh and His covenant with Israel. 2 Kings 2:15 - 3:18

2 Kings, Ep. 2: Elisha Comes into His Own

From raising an axehead from the river to prophesying the beginning and end of a famine, the prophet Elisha becomes a minister of good news and mercy to Israel--although the king doesn't always see it that way.  2 Kings 6:1-8:6.

2 Kings, Ep. 5: Good News for Desperate Times

Many years after Elijah prophesied the downfall of Queen Jezebel and the overthrow of the house of Ahab, the prophet anoints General Jehu to be avenger of the blood of Naboth.

2 Kings, Ep. 6: Jehu, God's Avenger

Under King Jotham the Kingdom of Judah takes a drastic turn away from the faith heritage of David. 2 Kings 15-17.

2 Kings, Ep. 10: The Infuriating Reign of Jotham

Not only did Hezekiah's son Manasseh undo all the reforms of his father, he took Judah's descent into idolatry to new depths. His grandson Josiah was devout, but all his best efforts could not roll back all the religious corruption that had now become part of the culture. 2 Kings 18-23.

2 Kings, Ep. 13: Apostasy and Its Fruits

The passage begins, "The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD." There follows a long passage explaining what provoked the word before the word itself is shared. Jeremiah's last days and final prophecies are described, followed by a short epilogue relating a flashback with Baruch. Jeremiah 40-45.

Jeremiah, Ep. 8: His Last Days

The final chapters of Jeremiah assert the sovereignty of Yahweh over the gentile nations of the world.

Jeremiah, Ep. 9: God's Message to the Nations

The Prologue to the Gospel of John (1:1-18) is one of the most powerful short themes in all of literature and is foundational to Christian theology. Understanding this passage is crucial to understanding who Jesus is and what is the message of the gospel.

John, Ep. 02, The Prologue

In this passage we hear testimony from John the Baptist followed by testimony from John the author of the Gospel, who clearly lays out the stakes of God's sending His Son into the world. John 3:22-36

John, Ep. 07, The Testimony of John

This is a chapter full of surprises: Jesus' astonishing revelation to a most unlikely person, the reception in Samaria, and his cool response to a Herodian official's request for his child's healing. John 4.

John, Ep. 08, The Woman at the Well

Jesus attends the Feast of Tabernacles privately, and his public absence prompts widespread conversation about him. When he emerges to teach toward the end of the week, the divergent opinions are brought into the open as well--and he refutes them all. John 7:1-31.

John, Ep. 12, Jesus vs. Public Opinion

Almost all of Jesus' teachings on prayer and the Holy Spirit in the Gospel of John are found in John 14-16, adding both content and context to those teachings found in the Synoptic Gospels. Jesus' promises are powerful, but it's important to interpret them in their own context. John 14:13-26; 15:7,8, 26; 16:1-15, 23-24.

John, Ep. 28, The Holy Spirit and Prayer in John

Jesus presents 3 petitions to his Father: to Glorify, Sanctify, and Unify. John 17.

John, Ep. 29, Jesus Prays

Jesus is betrayed, arrested, questioned, and denied. John 18:1-27

John, Ep. 30, Jesus Betrayed, Arrested, Questioned, Denied

Jesus is brought before Pilate, who asks him one of he most important questions anyone could ever ask. But why does he not wait for an answer? John 18:28-40

John, Ep. 31, Jesus Before Pilate, Pt. 1

The more we know about Pilate, the more we see he had good reasons for trying to save Jesus. Why did he fail? John 19:1-16.

John, Ep. 32, Jesus Before Pilate, Pt. 2

John presents a vivid, stirring account of the crucifixion of Jesus. But, unlike the other Gospels which present this cluster of events from a compilation of stories, John does so as a singular eyewitness who has his own personal memory and his own sense of what is most important to tell. John 19:16-42.

John, Ep. 33, Jesus Crucified

The first witness to the resurrection of Jesus was a surprise. This is Mary Magdalene's first appearance in this Gospel, but it is her most impactful moment in the Scriptures, and the story of her encounter is one of the most moving. John 20:1-18

John, Ep. 34, The First Witness

Peter, John, and the other disciples have their own encounter with the risen Lord. And, as usual, John names names and tells stories that none of the other Gospels tell--including one that unintentionally gave one disciple an unfortunate and undeserved nickname. John 19:16-42

John, Ep. 35, The Apostles Witness

The Gospels of Matthew and Mark say that after his resurrection Jesus instructed his disciples that he would meet them in Galilee, but it is John who tells the story of how that happened; and it is John who tells us of the restoration of Simon Peter. John 21

John, Ep. 36, Rendezvous in Galilee

One of the best known stories about Jesus may have a curious history, but it also has an unquestionable impact. John 8:1-11

John, Ep. 37, Caught in Adultery

My rendition of Marijohn Wilkin's beautiful folk-gospel song from 1975.

Where I'm Going

Following the story of the Lampstand in Scripture and history: A sermon on the first Sunday of Advent. Spoken word.

The Story of the Lampstand

Garry Nation is an unusual combination: an award winning actor and narrator who is also a Bible scholar with a PhD. He also sings and plays music sometimes.

Insight! with Garry Nation

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