Inspiring messages of Christian hope, faith, and love presented weekly from Josh McDowell Ministries in Texas http://www.joshradio.org Eklipse RSS Feed module Since 1961, Josh McDowell has talked to over 10 million young people in 115 countries. He is author or co-author of 108 books, including More Than a Carpenter (which has been translated into over 85 languages) and The New Evidence That Demands a Verdict, recognized by World Magazine as one of the century's top 40 books. Josh is taking his message of TRUTH in the context of RELATIONSHIPS to the people he loves so much -- young people and the people that care about them. His messages are designed to help young people and adults take their faith and scriptural beliefs to form solid convictions that will stand firm in the face of constant worldly attacks. We hope these weekly podcasts will help you and your family navigate to and build strong beliefs in the Truth. Josh McDowell Jesus Christ, Josh McDowell,Ministry, Christian, Apologetics, Devotions en-us Discussing sex seems to be so important today. But we are sexual beings - we look for love and we have the desire to procreate. The personal picture we form in early years affects us way into adulthood. Hear Josh as he talks to kids about this topic. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 29 Jan 10 00:00:00 -0600 Behind every 'negative' commandment that God gives us, there are two 'positives': to protect you and to provide for you. How do you say "No" when you get into a compromising situation? What do you do when you "mess up?" Hear Josh as he gives us valuable insight! http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 22 Jan 10 00:00:00 -0600 Is there a standard for making right choices? It would have to be: 1) objective, 2) universal, and 3) constant. What can we rely on? Hear Josh as he gives us the answer. (Prayer for salvation) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 08 Jan 10 00:00:00 -0600 "How many of you would like to walk a life pleasing to God?" "If I could show you, God's will for a part of your life, would you be willing to trust the Holy Spirit to reproduce it in your life?" Behind every negative commandment there are always two positive principles - hear Josh as he discusses I Thess 4:1-7 in this classic "Why Wait?" talk. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 25 Dec 09 00:00:00 -0600 Classic "Why Wait?" campaign message where Josh answers: Why do kids gets sexually involved? As parents we need to "understand the times" (1 Chron 12:32) in order to know what answers to apply. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 18 Dec 09 13:15:00 -0600 Classic "Why Wait" campaign message where Josh discusses the importance of knowing what our young people are going through. Includes interview with James Dobson. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 08 Dec 09 00:00:00 -0600 How can we apply this in daily life? Josh will give a simple four-step process (detailed in his book "Right From Wrong"): 1) Consider the decision, consider the choice, 2) compare it to God, 3) commit to God's way, and 4) count on God's blessings. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 13 Nov 09 00:00:00 -0600 The whole basis of why something is right or wrong, is based on the Person, Character and Nature of God. It's not about you and me. It's not about what our church teaches us, or our parents teach us, the consequences, what is legal or illegal, or how you feel at the moment. But it's based on the Person, Character and Nature of God. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 06 Nov 09 00:00:00 -0600 What did Jesus mean when he said, "I am the Truth?" And how does it relate to lying or killing, being right or wrong? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 30 Oct 09 00:00:00 -0500 Jesus said, "I am the Truth." What does that mean? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 26 Oct 09 09:52:00 -0500 What did Jesus mean when he said, I am the Truth. People say, I love the truth! If they can't define truth, how can they know what it is? I want to teach the truth! If they cant define truth, then how do they know theyre teaching the truth? I want to go to a church where truth is taught. Well, if you cant define truth then how can you evaluate if that church is even teaching truth? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 02 Oct 09 00:00:00 -0500 Why is lying wrong? Not b/c the Bible says it, not b/c your parents taught you, not b/c your Church teaches lying is wrong, not b/c of the consequences where somebody could be hurt if you lied. Hear Josh as he answers this question by pointing to the Truth. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 25 Sep 09 00:00:00 -0500 When you really think about it, is "B/c the Bible says so" really a valid reasion of why you should or shouldn't base a moral decision on? Jesus said that he is the Truth...how does this play into making good decisions? Listen to this message from Josh - one you won't want to miss! http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Thu, 24 Sep 09 00:00:00 -0500 People base their moral choices on things such as: 1) their parents taught them, 2) their church taught them, 3) b/c of the consequences (it hurts people), 4) because of how they feel, and 5) b/c the Bible says so. But what is the real FOUNDATION for making decisions? Listen to Josh and find out! http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 11 Sep 09 00:00:00 -0500 One of the top three reasons why people make choices is "B/c the Bible says so!" Is this a good reason? Josh will continue his "Right From Wrong" talk on this fifth reason. 1) their parents taught them, 2) their church taught them, 3) b/c of the consequences (it hurts people), 4) because of how they feel, and 5) b/c the Bible says so. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 04 Sep 09 00:00:00 -0500 How do you make a good choice when faced with various alternatives? Join Josh as he continues his discussion on "Right From Wrong" as he talks about his fourth reason that people give of why something is right or wrong is: 1) their parents taught them, 2) their church taught them, 3) b/c of the consequences (it hurts people), and 4) because of how they feel. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 28 Aug 09 00:00:00 -0500 Many people say that you can make moral choices based upon the consequences. But there is a problem with that. How do you make a good choice when faced with various alternatives? Join Josh as he continues his discussion on "Right From Wrong." The first three reasons that people usually give of why something is right or wrong is: 1) their parents taught them, 2) their church taught them, or 3) b/c of the consequences (it hurts people). Using his example of why lying is wrong, Josh will take a moment to explain about immediate consequences -- good and bad. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 21 Aug 09 00:00:00 -0500 How do you make a good choice when faced with various alternatives? Join Josh as he continues his discussion on "Right From Wrong." Using his example of why lying is wrong, Josh will finish addressing the third reason in the series that people usually give: 1) their parents taught them, 2) their church taught them, or 3) b/c of the consequences (it hurts people). http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 14 Aug 09 00:00:00 -0500 Join Josh as he continues his discussion on "Right From Wrong." Using his example of why lying is wrong, Josh will address the third reason in the series that people usually give of why it is wrong: 1) their parents taught them, 2) their church taught them, or 3) b/c of the consequences (it hurts people). Would you agree? Would you agree with his example of 9-11? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 07 Aug 09 00:00:00 -0500 "My church taught me..." - is this a good reason of why something is right or wrong? Listen and find out! http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 31 Jul 09 00:00:00 -0500 "My parents taught me..." - is this a good reason of why something is right or wrong? Listen and find out! http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 27 Jul 09 15:13:00 -0500 Most times people can tell WHAT is right or wrong, but have a difficult time answering WHY things are right or wrong. Something like lying, is not wrong b/c of the common reasons you would think! It's not b/c your parents taught you, or b/c your church taught you, or b/c of the consequences, or b/c its legal or illegal, or b/c the Bible says Thou shall not. Josh has now made his classic talk available to you as a podcast! http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 17 Jul 09 00:00:00 -0500 "He will turn your weaknesses into your strength." (Heb 11:34) How can God use our weaknesses and shortcomings? Hear Josh tell his story. (Watch this message at www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 24 Jun 09 00:00:00 -0500 We see examples of people sharing their testimonies, their personal stories of how they came to Christ, in the Bible. How do you create a testimony? Why should you create one? (Watch this message at www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 22 Jun 09 00:00:00 -0500 What's the secret to getting better grades and having a healthier self image? Josh will disclose this thousand year old secret! (Watch this message at www.josh.org/watchandlisten) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 19 Jun 09 00:00:00 -0500 Exodus 34:14 says that God is a jealous God. What does that mean? (Watch this message at www.josh.org/watchandlisten) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 17 Jun 09 12:03:00 -0500 Parents love to quote Eph. 6:1-3 but why should we honor our parents? Hear Josh talk about the amazing research he found supporting this point! (Watch this video at www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 05 Jun 09 00:00:00 -0500 The Christian faith is not a subjective faith (the more faith you have the better you are). The value of faith is in the One who is believed. Hear Josh explain why our faith is an objective faith. (Watch this video at www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 03 Jun 09 00:00:00 -0500 "Salvation by faith"...you've heard this before, but can you REALLY be saved by faith? The way you think you are saved is the way that you will live your Christian life. (Watch this video at www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 01 Jun 09 00:00:00 -0500 Hear how Josh dealt with the sexual abuse he went through as a child and how faith in Christ has given him a inexplicable joy. (Watch this message at www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 29 May 09 00:00:00 -0500 Do you forget the unbelievable things that Christ has done in your life? Hear Josh's story about the lonely Olympian. (Watch this message at www.josh.org/watchandlisten) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 27 May 09 00:00:00 -0500 "I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ." Rom. 1:16 Have you ever been ashamed of your faith? Have you ever backed off because you were a little embarrassed or think "I can't share this with this crowd?" Hear Josh tell a story of a brave 14-yr-old Ukrainian. (Watch this message at www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 25 May 09 00:00:00 -0500 Hear Josh's story about when he talked at the University of Texas' free speech platform and how a lady in a wheelchair, in constant pain, shared the gospel with others. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 22 May 09 00:00:00 -0500 How can we show Christ's love to someone elset? Hear Josh as he talks about how to love other people and the story about love in the paralympics. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 20 May 09 00:00:00 -0500 "Two are better than one..." (Ecc. 4:9) In our walk with Christ, we should have a few committed Christian friends that act as accountability partners. Hear Josh's story about two all-American LSU football players and their accountability to each other. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 18 May 09 00:00:00 -0500 "Thou shalt not..." Why did God give us the 10 Commandments and what's positive about following them? Listen and enjoy! (Watch this message at www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 15 May 09 00:00:00 -0500 How creative are you with sharing the gospel? Hear this story! (Watch this message at www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 13 May 09 00:00:00 -0500 The Bible says: "In all your ways acknowledge Him..." How does a California surfer "acknowledge Him?" Listen and find out! (Watch this message at www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 12 May 09 00:00:00 -0500 We are not to be conformed of this world but rather, transformed. But, the pressures of this life often make it hard. Hear Janna's incredible story! (Watch this video at www.josh.org/watchandlisten) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 01 May 09 00:00:00 -0500 God not only created us in His image, He also created us special. The best part of of being unique is that we don't have to compete with anyone! (Watch this message at: www.josh.org/watchandlisten) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 29 Apr 09 00:00:00 -0500 "I'm worthless." "I'm nothing." Many times we go through life discouraged about our worth. How do you determine worth? When we're a new creation, we become of great value to God. (Watch this message: www.josh.org/watchandlisten) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 27 Apr 09 00:00:00 -0500 Have you ever experienced vertigo - losing your sense of reality? How do we prevent experiencing spiritual vertigo? Listen and find out! (Watch this message as a video at: www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 22 Apr 09 00:00:00 -0500 The Bible says that we should become a "new person in Christ." What does this mean? Listen and find out! (Watch this message as a video at www.josh.org/watchandlisten.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 20 Apr 09 00:00:00 -0500 What does it mean to be in "God's image"? God gave humans something that he didn't give any other part of creation. Listen to find out what it is! (Watch this video at www.josh.org/watchandlisten) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 17 Apr 09 09:30:00 -0500 A Quest Fulfilled According to the evidence explored in past episodes, Christianity is as real and relevant today as it was during the days of Jesus' life on earth. In this episode, Josh McDowell explains how Jesus personally transformed his life and how Jesus can do the same for you. Visit www.josh.org/davinci for more information. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 08 Apr 09 00:00:00 -0500 What difference does it make? If Jesus wasn't who Dan Brown portrayed him to be, who was he? Why does a man documented over two thousand years ago still matter to us today? Find out in today's episode. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 06 Apr 09 00:00:00 -0500 The Holy Grail How would Jesus' supposed marriage affect the study of Christian theology? The investigation of Jesus' supposed marriage and lineage continues with the analysis of several other sources. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 03 Apr 09 00:00:00 -0500 The Marriage of Jesus to Mary Magdelene. Was Jesus married to Mary Magdelene? Is it true that Mary was to preside over the church? In this episode, find out what the Gospel writers and other historical sources say about this. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 01 Apr 09 00:00:00 -0500 Leonardo's Clues - the 666 Panes of Glass & Mary Magdelene Sitting with Jesus. Art is subjective and any piece can have as many interpretations as viewers. Sir Teabing's interpretations appear to be based on wishful thinking rather than historical fact. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 30 Mar 09 09:30:00 -0500 The Council of Nicaea - Part 2 This episode sums up the greatest points of contention between Christian scholars and Dan Brown's text. Don't forget to visit www.jesusanddavinci.com for more information. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 27 Mar 09 00:00:00 -0500 The Council of Nicaea - Part 1 "Who do you say that I am?" asked Jesus. We will look at the way this was answered by the Council of Nicaea. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 25 Mar 09 00:00:00 -0500 Suppressing the Sacred Feminine - Part 2 Did the early Israelites worship two equal gods - male (Yahweh) and female (Shekinah)? Was Shekinah worship destroyed because of a church bent on male domination? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 23 Mar 09 00:00:00 -0500 Suppressing the Sacred Feminine - Part 1 Did the early Church believe in Jehovah and his female equal, Shekinah, and was this feminine counterpart later wiped out? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 20 Mar 09 00:00:00 -0500 Pagan Origins - Part 2 Christianity has been accused of being a "knock-off" by borrowing pagan traditions. Did Christianity really get its story from pagan religions and myths? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 18 Mar 09 00:00:00 -0500 Pagan Origins - Part 1 What, if anything, did Christianity borrow from other religions? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 16 Mar 09 09:38:00 -0500 The Gnostic Gospels - Part 4 Why were the four Gospels included in the New Testament Canon? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 13 Mar 09 00:00:00 -0500 The Gnostic Gospels - Part 3 Canon text had certain criteria to be considered. There were other documents considered "Gospels" - but why did Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John get chosen? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 11 Mar 09 00:00:00 -0500 The Gnostic Gospels - Part 2 (AKA the Gospel of Mary, the Gospel of Thomas or the Gospel of Judas) The early church authors rejected them because they weren't authentic. What made the four Gospels - Matthew, Mark, Luke and John - why are they so special? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 09 Mar 09 10:15:00 -0500 The Gnostic Gospels - Part 1 How was the Holy Bible formed? Why are there only 4 Gospels? And, why weren't the Gnostic Gospels included? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 06 Mar 09 00:00:00 -0600 The History of the Bible - Part 2 Can the Bible be trusted? Are there other historical documents that support the Bible's validity? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 04 Mar 09 00:00:00 -0600 The History of the Bible - Part 1 There's more to the Bible than meets the eye, especially according to Brown's character, Sir Leigh Teabing. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 02 Mar 09 00:00:00 -0600 Who were the Knights Templar and how were they destroyed? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 27 Feb 09 10:23:00 -0600 Opus Dei & the Priority of Sion Secret Societies & Conspiracies http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 25 Feb 09 00:00:00 -0600 An audio version of Josh McDowell's book addresses questions that arise from Dan Brown's novel. Delve into the claims and conspiracies and get your questions answered! (Order your book, now on sale, from www.josh.org/store to follow along.) http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 24 Feb 09 12:02:00 -0600 Parents, don't wait to tell your kids about the Truth! You don't have much time... http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 20 Jan 09 14:23:00 -0600 We'd better explain why it is true... http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 20 Jan 09 14:18:00 -0600 How do you bring your children into the same faith as you? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 20 Jan 09 14:14:00 -0600 How can our children, with their reasoning such as "If it works..." live in a world without Truth? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 20 Jan 09 14:11:00 -0600 Why is there little behaviorial difference between born-again and secular kids these days? http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 20 Jan 09 14:04:00 -0600 Concluding chapter of the two-part series http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 06 Jan 09 15:45:00 -0600 Part one of a two-part series http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 12 Dec 08 16:35:00 -0600 Josh finishes his talk about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 18 Nov 08 09:41:00 -0600 Josh talks about the evidence He has found regarding Jesus Christ's resurrection. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 10 Nov 08 21:30:00 -0600 Josh continues his talk about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Sun, 02 Nov 08 20:26:00 -0600 Josh continues to talk about Jesus Christ's death and resurrection http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 28 Oct 08 19:37:00 -0500 Josh starts his five part series that addresses the resurrection of Jesus Christ. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Tue, 21 Oct 08 14:19:00 -0500 Today, Josh will conclude his talk about the attributes of God. He will finish pointing out God's attributes and the importance of knowing His character. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Sun, 28 Sep 08 16:16:00 -0500 Knowing the Attributes of God is very important. Knowing them will help you build a better relationship with God. Today, Josh will talk to you about some of the attributes of God and the importance of knowing who God really is. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Sun, 21 Sep 08 20:35:00 -0500 In today's podcast, Josh addresses sexual impurity. He also talks about God's faithfulness in forgiving our sins. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 15 Sep 08 17:42:00 -0500 Josh talks about self esteem and how God really sees us. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Sat, 06 Sep 08 21:11:00 -0500 Josh finishes sharing his personal testimony of how he came to know Jesus Christ as his savior. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Sun, 31 Aug 08 22:29:00 -0500 In today's talk, Josh will share with you part of his testimony. You will hear how God used Josh to glorify Him. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 22 Aug 08 21:33:00 -0500 Josh continues to talk about how to find and keep love. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 15 Aug 08 11:50:00 -0500 Josh talks about how to find and keep love. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Wed, 16 Apr 08 00:12:00 -0500 Josh talks about sex and answers questions that many people have today about sex. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Mon, 07 Apr 08 18:37:00 -0500 Josh talks about what we can learn from Jesus while He was on Earth and how we can live more like Christ. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Sun, 23 Mar 08 00:09:00 -0500 Josh talks about what it looks like to tell God what you really desire in life. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 14 Mar 08 17:14:00 -0500 Josh continues to talk about the importance of knowing what is right from and wrong and why it is right or wrong. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 07 Mar 08 16:46:00 -0600 Josh talks about the importance of knowing what is right from wrong and why it is right or wrong. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 29 Feb 08 17:15:00 -0600 Josh finishes his talk about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 22 Feb 08 18:18:00 -0600 Josh talks about the evidence He has found regarding Jesus Christ's resurrection. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 15 Feb 08 18:15:00 -0600 Josh continues his talk about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 08 Feb 08 11:22:00 -0600 Josh continues to talk about Jesus Christ's death and resurrection. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 01 Feb 08 23:24:00 -0600 Josh starts his five part series that addresses the resurrection of Jesus Christ. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Sat, 26 Jan 08 00:38:00 -0600 Josh finishes his talk about the evidence he has found that validates the bible. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 18 Jan 08 18:11:00 -0600 Josh continues to talk about the evidence of the bible in part three of the series. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 11 Jan 08 12:03:00 -0600 Josh continues talking about the evidence he has found that validates the bible. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Sat, 05 Jan 08 00:40:00 -0600 Josh starts his four part talk on the validity of the bible. http://www.joshradio.org/index.php Fri, 28 Dec 07 10:17:00 -0600