Friday, May 29, 2015

Speaking4Him Podcast #138: Free Form Friday Returns!

"Oh what a happy soul I am, Although I cannot see;
I am resolved that in this world Contented I will be.
How many blessings I enjoy, That other people don't;
To weep and sigh because I'm blind, I cannot, and I won't." 

-Fanny  Crosby

Franny Crosby

Today on the show Adam McNutt and I discuss the Hymn Story of "My Savior First of All."  We also learned about water and discussed earthquakes and Fathers Day!  Listen Here and enjoy the return of Free Form Friday!   

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Andrew Gommesen

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Throwback Thursday: Speaking4Him Podcast #33: Memorial Day

"Charlotte: You have done nothing for which you should be ashamed. 

Benjamin Martin: I have done nothing. And for that I am ashamed." -The Patriot


We didn't have a Memorial Day Podcast this year, but today's Throwback Thursday episode is one in which Adam McNutt and I talk about the History of Memorial Day!  I am very thankful for the freedom my forefathers bought for me!  I am also so thankful for eternal freedom in Christ!  Are you free?  Listen Here and ask yourself this important question! 

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Andrew Gommesen

Friday, May 22, 2015

Speaking4Him Podcast #137: 40 Film Review

“40 is a powerful reflection of the most racially, ethnically, and generationally diverse human rights movement the world has ever seen. While Big Abortion crushes Purpose over 3,000 times a day, people who fight for the dignity of all human life pour their lives into saving beautiful Possibility. As an adoptee and adoptive father, it is a joy to shatter the myth of the "unwanted" child—we're all wanted by someone. 40 makes that crystal clear." -- Ryan Bomberger, Co-Founder The Radiance Foundation


Today on the show Adam McNutt and I review The 40 Film produced by John & Cynthia Morales. Please join us for a candid discussion about abortion and the issues related to this polarizing and vital subject!   Listen Here and spread the word! 

Note: Because of the subject matter, please use caution with younger listeners

For more information about The 40 Film, please check out my interview with John & Cynthia! 

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Throwback Thursday: Speaking4Him Podcast #32: A Homeschool Graduate Giving God Glory!

"Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man." Ecclesiastes 12:13


Today we Throwback to an episode where 2013 graduate Sarah Bacon joined Adam McNutt and me to discuss her homeschool years and how she has been able to honor Christ with her many talents. She also discusses looking to the future with Christ in view!  Listen Here and share with a 2015 Grad!

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Monday, May 18, 2015

"Deflategate": More than PSI

Over the past couple of months there has been a great deal of talk about the New England Patriots and the fact that during the AFC divisional playoff game between the Patriots and the Indianapolis Colts it was found that the Patriots were playing with balls that were not inflated to the league requirement. “Deflategate” as it has come to be called, has been debated and discussed and analyzed every which way. It has also been the subject of more jokes than I can count.

It is a very polarizing issue. Since the punishment for the Patriots came down those who are Patriots fans have said it was far too harsh. Many who are not Patriots fans have said it does not go far enough. On one hand, underinflated footballs mean very little in the grand scheme of things. There are far more important things in life. Some have even said it wasn’t a big deal because it didn’t ultimately affect the outcome of the game.

While there is a lot of truth to this, I think this goes much deeper than the PSI of a few footballs. The bottom line is that the Patriots broke the rules. It doesn’t matter how insignificant rule is, breaking it still compromises the integrity of the game. Punishment was warranted, and I’m glad it was handed down.

Perhaps it was harsh, but if you think about it being the NFL Commissioner (and being charged with passing out such punishments) has to be one of the toughest jobs there is in the league. Some will say you went too far. Others will say you didn’t go far enough. You can’t win.

Many people have said things like “It’s not that big of a deal” or “everybody’s doing it” as if that somehow makes it all right. As I have listened to and contemplated this issue myself, a sobering thought came to mind. The way that many sports fans and analysts are responding to “Deflategate” is the way many justify sinful behavior.

The reality is that every sin matter how little (if there is an even such a thing as little sins) separates us from God. The Bible says “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;” (Romans 3:23) and “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23) Notice these verses say nothing about “little” sins, but rather speak of every sin mankind commits.

We are all sinners. I sin every day. So the question is “Is there hope?” The answer is yes. Jesus gave his life to pay for our sins. Yours, mine, and those of the entire world. I will never be sinless this side of heaven, but as a believer in Jesus Christ my hope is that I am sinning less as time goes on. I am going to heaven not because I am “not that bad” but because even though I am bad (by both nature and practice) Jesus took my sins upon him when he went to the cross and gave me his righteousness in return.  “For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.” (2 Corinthians 5:21)

The rules in the NFL are in place so that the games can be fair and competitive for the players which is fun for the fans.  Without these rules chaos would ensue.   If everything is allowed, there is no game worth watching.  In Life, abandoning God’s standards leads to an even greater chaos than a broken rule on the football field and leaves death and destruction in its wake. “There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.” (Proverbs 14:12)

So what does this mean for us?  First, I want to encourage you to trust God and seek to follow him with your whole heart. Also, remember that small things—from little white lies to the PSI in deflated footballs—do indeed matter.    

Speaking4Him,

Andrew Gommesen          

Friday, May 15, 2015

Speaking4Him Podcast #136: The Scarlet Thread-Bookclub

“Resentment and anger eat away at love as quickly as rust is corroding that metal lawn chair out there in the backyard. One of life's great tragedies is watching a relationship unravel over something that could've been resolved in one intelligent, adult conversation."

-The Scarlet Thread

Naomi Van Harn
Today Naomi Van Harn and I review The Scarlet Thread by Francine Rivers.  Join us for an important discussion about relationships and the grace of God woven through the centuries.  Adam tags along for the ride!  Listen Here and grab some good summer reading!

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Thursday, May 14, 2015

Throwback Thursday: Speaking4Him Podcast #31: Mothers Day

"Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old." Proverbs 23:22


Today we Throwback to an episode where Adam McNutt and me welcomed our moms Denise McNutt and Debra Gommesen to the show to discuss the joys and trials of motherhood!  Sending Mothers Day greetings to all the moms out there!!! Listen Here!

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Friday, May 08, 2015

Speaking4Him Podcast #135: Thanks, Mom!

I cannot tell you how much I owe to the solemn word of my good mother. ~ Charles Haddon Spurgeon


Today Adam McNutt and I thank our moms for all they do for us!  We also look at some characteristics of motherhood from God's word!  Listen Here and make sure to honor your mom this week!

Note: The Omitted Verse is:
O-bservant 
And her mother in law said unto her, Where hast thou gleaned to day? and where wroughtest thou? blessed be he that did take knowledge of thee. And she shewed her mother in law with whom she had wrought, and said, The man's name with whom I wrought to day is Boaz.

And Naomi said unto her daughter in law, Blessed be he of the Lord, who hath not left off his kindness to the living and to the dead. And Naomi said unto her, The man is near of kin unto us, one of our next kinsmen.” (Ruth 2:19-20)

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Friday, May 01, 2015

Speaking4Him Podcast #134: Jeff Veley on Solutions For Bullying

Are you aware that you brought a special needs student and the biggest bully in school onstage to volunteer with you?  For the last week our teachers have been trying to figure out how you knew to pick them.  Everyone was amazed to see that even the BIGGEST bully in the school couldn’t bully you when you responded in love. You got through to a student that we've all struggled to reach and showed the other students what's possible.  Thank you!” 
- Jane Smith, Jr. High Teacher

Jeff Veley
Today on the show, Adam McNutt and I Welcome my friend Jeff Veley an award-winning youth success coach and anti-bullying speaker.  Join us for this fun and informative discussion.  Listen Here and then pass this important show on to others!

Connect with Jeff!

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