Speaking4Him Podcast #284: Ben Hur (2016)

“I’ve seen too much what hate can do. My father is burned up with it.  But I’ve heard of a young rabbi who says forgiveness is greater and love is more powerful than hatred.  I believe it.” Ben Hur 

Today on the show I share my review of Ben Hur and Chad Cashman I discuss the truths found within.  Listen Here and be thankful!!!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #283: Living Among Lions-Book Club

“In our latest book, “Living Among Lions,” we describe this separation for believers as being like chocolate chips in the cookie dough of culture – we mix in, but we do not blend in. We keep our distinct form, even when the heat turns up.” David & Jason Benham

On Today's Show Chad Cashman and I welcome Naomi Van Harn to back to the show to discuss Living Among Lions by David & Jason Benham!  Listen Here to this important discussion and then commit to living a life of courage and conviction!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #282: 4 Keys To Success in The Christian Life

Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.” (I Peter 2:17)

On Today's Show Chad Cashman and I talk about 4 keys to success in the Christian Life!  Listen Here and pursue Jesus with everything you have!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #281: Immigration

“And if a stranger sojourn with thee in your land, ye shall not vex him.  But the stranger that dwelleth with you shall be unto you as one born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the LORD your God.” Leviticus 19:33-34 

What does God have to say about immigration?  Today on the show Chad Cashman and I examine this hot topic in light of His Word.  Listen Here and feel free to leave us some Civil feedback.

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Speaking4Him Podcast #280: Names of God: Eternal God

“Lord, thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations.  Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou hadst formed the earth and the world, even from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God.” Psalm 90:1-2

Today on the show Chad Cashman and I consider Jesus as the Eternal God!  Listen Here and be thankful for an unchanging, everlasting God!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #279: The Imaginary Invalid

“Nearly all men die of their remedies, and not of their illnesses.” Imaginary Invalid

Today Chad Cashman and I share an interview I did with Dale Bales the Director of The Imaginary Invalid coming next week to the Master Arts Theater Stage next week! Listen Here and then come to the show!!!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #278: Open Mics

"[That play is] probably going to go down as the third best moment in my life – behind giving my life to Jesus Christ, marrying my wife … and this one's right there close," Case Keenum

A last-minute schedule change prompted Chad Cashman and me to record this show with no notes!  I hope you enjoy this semi-random fun discussion!  Listen Here!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #277: Me Before You

“I know we can do this. I know it's not how you would have chosen it, but I know I can make you happy. And all I can say in that you make me... you make me into someone I couldn't even imagine. You make me happy, even when you're awful, I would rather be with you - even the you that you seem to think is diminished - than with anyone else in the world.” --Lou Clark

Today Chad Cashman and I discuss the film "Me Before You."  While the worldview is off, it deals with many issues that older teens and adults need to consider.  Also, we look at the film with the perspective of hope in Christ!  Listen Here!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #276: Names of God: Anointed One

“Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.” I John 4:10

Today Chad Cashman and I consider Jesus as the Anointed One.  Listen Here and be glad!!!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #275: Wonder

“Courage. Kindness. Friendship. Character. These are the qualities that define us as human beings, and propel us, on occasion, to greatness.” –Wonder 

Today Chad and I discuss the movie "Wonder."  Listen Here and Watch The Film and choose kindness every day!!!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #274: Names of God: Ancient of Days

"I kept looking Until thrones were set up, And the Ancient of Days took His seat; His vesture was like white snow And the hair of His head like pure wool His throne was ablaze with flames, Its wheels were a burning fire." Daniel 7:9

Adam McNutt returns and on today's show we consider God as the Ancint of Days.  Listen Here and be grateful!!!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #273: Freeform Friday (December 2017)

"Take a leap of faith and begin this wondrous new year by believing. Believe in yourself. And believe that there is a loving Source - a Sower of Dreams - just waiting to be asked to help you make your dreams come true." Sarah Ban Breathnach 

Today on the show Adam McNutt and I share the hymn story for "Standing at The Portal."  We also discuss new words added to the Dictionary and films coming in 2018, and share a video about "Christian Alexa" and more! Listen Here and Happy New Year!!!  

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Speaking4Him Podcast #272: Christmas Through The Years

“Yes, VIRGINIA, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! how dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus. It would be as dreary as if there were no VIRGINIAS.” Frances P. Church

Today on The Show Chad Cashman and I share how the Christmas Holiday has changed through the years!!! Listen Here and remember the Christ of Christmas!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #271: Why, Lord?

“I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth.” Psalm 121:1-2

On Today's Show Chad Cashman and I discuss the Christian response to recent tragadies that have shaken our Nation.  Listen Here and be encouraged to look up!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #270: When Calls The Heart-Bookclub

“If anyone deserves the truth, Nanna, a child does. They can accept things, even hurtful things, if they are dealt with honestly, in love” ― Janette Oke, When Calls the Heart

On Today's Show Chad Cashman and I welcome Naomi Van Harn to the show as we bring the bookclub out of hiatus with a discussion of When Calls The Heart!  Listen Here and enjoy this heartwarming novel by Jeanette Oke!!!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #269: Portals And Prophets

“The year is 2200. The Alpha and Omega time travel company is looking to hire a tour guide and you are on the short list. For your last test, you and the other finalists will be sent back in time to prove who is the best candidate to lead future time traveling expeditions. Players will score points by experiencing historical events. The player with the most points at the end of the game is the winner.”  Kickstarter 

On Today's Show Chad Cashman and I share an interview I did with my friend Andrew Harmon about an exciting new Bible-based board game that would be a great Christmas gift.  Listen Here and join the Kickstarter!!!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #268: Willy Wanka

“Come with me and you’ll see a world of pure imagination.” Willy Wonka

Today on the show Chad Cashman and I take you to "a world of pure imagination" as we prepare for Willy Wolka presented next weekend by Master Arts Theater at The Van Singel Fine Arts Center.  Listen Here to my interview with our Willy Wonka Chris Knobloch and then come and see the show!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #267: Thanksgiving 2017

“Yea, let them which have been redeemed of the Lord, shew how He hath delivered them from the hand of the oppressor. When they wandered in the desert wilderness out of the way, and found no city to dwell in, both hungry and thirsty, their soul was overwhelmed in them. Let them confess before the Lord His loving kindness and His wonderful works before the sons of men.” --William Bradford

On Today's Show Chad Cashman, Naomi Van Harn, and I bring you a fun- filled show of history, trivia, and personal reflections all with a focus on Thankfulness to God for His many blessings!  Listen Here and know that we send our warmest wishes for a great thanksgiving!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #266: Names of God: Alpha & Omega

"I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end." Revelation 22:13

On Today's show Chad Cashman and I consider God as Alpha & Omega!  Listen Here and be thankful for God's complete control and authority in the believer's life!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #265: The Book of Job

“Naked came I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither: the Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord. In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly.” Job 1:21-22

On Today's Show Chad Cashman and I share an interview I did with Pris McDonald about the book of Job which is now showing at Master Arts Theater!  Listen Here and then come to the show!!!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #264: Goodbye Adam!

"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." Helen Keller

Adam McNutt

Today we say goodbye to Adam McNutt. For 264 episodes he has run the board and also co-hosted the show.  He is a big reason why we are still going strong!  Thanks man!  Don't worry he will be around!  We also welcome Chad Cashman to The Speaking4Him team!  Listen Here

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Speaking4Him Podcast #263: Sell More Chikin

“[Our Mission is] To glorify God by being a faithful steward of all that is entrusted to us. To have a positive influence on all who come in contact with Chick-fil-A.” Sep 14, 2013

Brad Spurlin

Today Adam McNutt and welcome Brad Spurlin Operator of Grand Rapids Chick-Fil-A South!  We talk business, faith, family, and (of course) chicken!!!  Listen Here and then go eat chicken!!!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #262: Names of God: Abba Father

“And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father.” Galatians 4:6

Today Adam McNutt and I talk about God as Abba Father.  Listen Here and Share!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #261: I Am Not Ashamed

 “I'm not trying to be weird, or convert anybody or anything like that. I just wanted to be real with you guys, and let you know who I am. Jesus gave his life for me, and I'll give my life to him. Just wanted to get that out there.” I Am Not Ashamed

On Today's Show Adam McNutt and I share our review of I Am Not Ashamed!  Listen and then watch this story of hope and courage tonight!  Listen Here and watch this film tonight!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #260: Free Form Friday (September 2017)

"On a hill far away, stood an old rugged Cross

The emblem of suff'ring and shame

And I love that old Cross where the dearest and best

For a world of lost sinners was slain."

The Old Rugged Cross

Today on the show Adam McNutt and I share my Dads favorite hymn The Old Rugged Cross,Talk about interesting Pumpkin Spice products, do an Oreo taste test, and hear wisdom from a surprising source!  Listen Here and enjoy!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #259: Life With Riley

“The Adoption took time.  The love arrived instantly. -UNKNOWN

On This Weeks Show Adam McNutt and I share a conversation I had with Dave And Laurel Dykema. They just adopted their son Riley! Listen Here and be thankful for answered prayer!

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Speaking4Him Podcast #258: We Will NEVER Forget!

"Tonight I ask for your prayers for all those who grieve, for the children whose worlds have been shattered, for all whose sense of safety and security has been threatened. And I pray they will be comforted by a power greater than any of us spoken through the ages in Psalm 23: "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me."

This is a day when all Americans from every walk of life unite in our resolve for justice and peace. America has stood down enemies before, and we will do so this time.

None of us will ever forget this day, yet we go forward to defend freedom and all that is good and just in our world.  Thank you. Good night and God bless America." George W. Bush

On Today's Show Adam McNutt and look back on 9/11/2001.  We share a timeline of events and what each of us remember from that day.  Listen Here and remember with us!!!

Note: Use caution with Younger Listeners.

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Speaking4Him Podcast #257: Rolling Through Life: Accessibility

"The Americans with Disabilities Act presents us all with an historic opportunity. It signals the end to the unjustified segregation and exclusion of persons with disabilities from the mainstream of American life. As the Declaration of Independence has been a beacon for people all over the world seeking freedom, it is my hope that the Americans with Disabilities Act will likewise come to be a model for the choices and opportunities of future generations around the world."

George H.W. Bush

Today on the show Adam McNutt and I continue our series about life with a disability with a frank discussion about Accessibility.  Listen Here and share with others!

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Speaking4im Podcast #256: Do You Believe?

 “The cross offers us a way out. The only way out.”  Do You Believe?

Today Adam McNutt and I share a review of the film Do You Believe?  Listen Here and then watch this film at the link above!!!

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Speaking4im Podcast #255: Fiddler On The Roof

“If I were a rich man..” 

Today Adam McNutt and I share an interview I did with Todd Clemons the Director of the upcoming Fall production of Fiddler on The Roof  at Master Arts Theater.  Listen Here and come to the show!

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Speaking4im Podcast #254: The Names of God

 “The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.” Proverbs 16:10

Today on the show Adam McNutt and I begin a series on the Names of God.  Listen Here and be in awe of the One who loves us!

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Speaking4im Podcast #253: Jesus Came To Be Our King

"Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.

Pilate therefore said unto him, Art thou a king then? Jesus answered, Thou sayest that I am a king. To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth. Every one that is of the truth heareth my voice.

Pilate saith unto him, What is truth? And when he had said this, he went out again unto the Jews, and saith unto them, I find in him no fault at all." John 18:36-38

Today Adam McNutt and I talk about Jesus as King!  Listen Here and be glad that GOD is in control!!!

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Speaking4im Podcast #252: Jesus Came To Be The Light

I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not abide in darkness.  John 12:46

On Today's Show Adam McNutt and I discuss Jesus coming to be The Light.  Listen Here and be thankful!!

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