Wednesday, September 09, 2026

Speaking4Him Podcast #727: September Bears

   “Alright, you want to know, you want to know what the wound is? There are three beautiful kids that are gone and they’ve only found enough to bury one of them, but my son is alive, and I have no idea why. 

Daisy got run over by a car. I can understand that. We didn’t fix the fence. I can feel guilty about that. But I—. This is what hurts so bad.

I don’t know how to feel happy that my son was not in those buildings.” 

Sue, September Bears

On Today's show, I sit down with Bob Karel, director of September Bears, opening at Master Arts Theater on September 11th. Bob shares the heart behind this moving, true‑story production that highlights one teacher's incredible response to the events of 9/11. As it expanded to her church, their compassion, courage, and willingness to serve became a powerful testimony of faith in action during one of America’s darkest moments.

The conversation explores how September Bears depicts believers as the hands and feet of Jesus, bringing comfort and hope when tragedy strikes. Bob reflects on the impact this church made simply by choosing to love well and step forward when others stepped back. This interview will inspire you—and the play will move you.

Listen Here, and then come see this powerful production. Get your tickets now!

If you have any questions or feedback, please send me an email at andrew@speaking4him.com or leave a voicemail by clicking on the microphone on the right-hand side of this page! 

Additionally, my revised and expanded book, "Men of Valor," is now available for sale in paperback! 

 

Keep serving the Best of Masters,

 

Andrew Gommesen


Monday, September 07, 2026

Culture Watch #150: House condemns socialism as 8 Democrats break with their party to pass resolution

 "For in him we live, and move, and have our being; as certain also of your own poets have said, For we are also his offspring."

Acts 17:28


Listen Here for News for the week of September 7:
If you have any questions or feedback, please send me an email at andrew@speaking4him.com or leave a voicemail by clicking on the microphone on the right-hand side of this page! 

Additionally, my revised and expanded book, "Men of Valor," is now available for sale in paperback! 

 

Keep serving the Best of Masters,

 

Andrew Gommesen



Wednesday, September 02, 2026

Speaking4Him Podcast #726: Front of the Class (2008)

  “What’s a school for? To educate, isn’t it? To use knowledge to wipe out ignorance?”

 -Principal Myer

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On today's show, I share a heartfelt review of "Front of the Class" (2008), the inspiring Hallmark Hall of Fame film based on the true story of Brad Cohen. Born with Tourette’s syndrome, Brad faces misunderstanding, rejection, and countless obstacles, but he refuses to let any of them define him. The movie follows his journey from a struggling child to a determined adult who believes he was born to teach. 

Jimmy Wolk delivers a powerful performance as Brad, capturing both the pain of his challenges and the joy of his triumphs, while Treat Williams and Patricia Heaton bring depth and warmth as Brad’s supportive parents.

Listen Here as I discuss how this film raises topics that need to be addressed more often. I resonate deeply with this story because I have also struggled to overcome the stigma associated with my disability, cerebral palsy. My hope is that this film will help you and your family gain a greater understanding of what it means to live with a disability and highlight how we are more alike than different.

You can watch this film for free right now on Youtube or Tubi!

If you have any questions or feedback, please send me an email at andrew@speaking4him.com or leave a voicemail by clicking on the microphone on the right-hand side of this page! 

Additionally, my revised and expanded book, "Men of Valor," is now available for sale in paperback! 

 

Keep serving the Best of Masters,

 

Andrew Gommesen


Monday, August 31, 2026

Culture Watch #149: ‘COULDN’T STOP SOBBING’: Kathie Lee Gifford laments loss of Dolly Parton

 "In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise." 

Proverbs 10:19


Listen Here for News for the week of August 31:
If you have any questions or feedback, please send me an email at andrew@speaking4him.com or leave a voicemail by clicking on the microphone on the right-hand side of this page! 

Additionally, my revised and expanded book, "Men of Valor," is now available for sale in paperback! 

 

Keep serving the Best of Masters,

 

Andrew Gommesen


Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Speaking4Him Podcast #725: (Some of) The Best Podcasts of 2026

 “If you read history, you will find that the Christians who did most for the present world were precisely those who thought most of the next. It is since Christians have largely ceased to think of the other world that they have become so ineffective in this.”

C.S. Lewis


Today on the show, I share 5 podcasts that are blessing me this year in my Christian journey!


Listen Here and then share this episode with a friend! Have a great day! 

If you have any questions or feedback, please send me an email at andrew@speaking4him.com or leave a voicemail by clicking on the microphone on the right-hand side of this page! 

Additionally, my revised and expanded book, "Men of Valor," is now available for sale in paperback! 

 

Keep serving the Best of Masters,

 

Andrew Gommesen


Monday, August 24, 2026

Culture Watch #148: Byron Donalds wins Florida Republican gubernatorial primary

"Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God." 

1 Corinthians 10:31


Listen Here for News for the week of August 24:
If you have any questions or feedback, please send me an email at andrew@speaking4him.com or leave a voicemail by clicking on the microphone on the right-hand side of this page! 

Additionally, my revised and expanded book, "Men of Valor," is now available for sale in paperback! 

 

Keep serving the Best of Masters,

 

Andrew Gommesen



Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Speaking4Him Podcast #724: Speaking The Truth in Love Part 4

 “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.

As thou hast sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them into the world.

And for their sakes I sanctify myself, that they also might be sanctified through the truth.” 

John 17:17-19


Today on the show, I continue my series *Speaking the Truth in Love*, drawn from Focus on the Family’s video conversations featuring Rosaria Butterfield and Jim Daly. I discuss the fact that God’s Word is the source of truth and the means by which He sets His people apart. As Jesus was sent into the world, He sends us as well, calling us to love others with a truth‑filled compassion that reflects His heart.

In this episode, I highlight three key exchanges the world makes for truth: God vs. Self, Truth vs. Lies, and  Natural vs. Unnatural. Through Proverbs 16, 1 John 1, and Romans 1, we see how God’s Word challenges our pride, exposes falsehood, and clarifies God’s design for human life and relationships. These passages encourage believers to walk in the light, confess sin honestly, and trust God’s direction.

Listen Here and embrace biblical truth not as a burden but as a loving gift meant to guide, protect, and transform.

If you have any questions or feedback, please send me an email at andrew@speaking4him.com or leave a voicemail by clicking on the microphone on the right-hand side of this page! 

Additionally, my revised and expanded book, "Men of Valor," is now available for sale in paperback! 

 

Keep serving the Best of Masters,

 

Andrew Gommesen