http://odeo.com/channels/3733-AlbertMohler-com-%E2%80%93-Radio sw11400 no The Albert Mohler Program is a one-hour talk show hosted every weekday nationwide by Albert Mohler. The show is devoted to engaging contemporary culture with biblical truth. en 40 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:50:44 -0800 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:50:44 -0800 Religion http://odeo.com/episodes/25448651-Woof-%E2%80%98n-Worship-Seriously The bible has a great deal to say about animals and their place in God’s creation.  While they very clearly display the glory of God and bring joy to his creation, should animals be treated with the same importance as humans?  According to Gillian Flaccus of the Associated Press, many churches are answering yes to that question by holding worship services for their congregant’s pets.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, there are serious problems with the church when we have so lost the saving message of the gospel that we attract people by catering to their pets. The bible has a great deal to say about animals and their place in God’s creation.  While they very clearly display the glory of God and bring joy to his creation, should animals be treated with the same importance as humans?  According to Gillian Flaccus of the Associated Press, many churches are answering yes to that question by holding worship services for their congregant’s pets.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, there are serious problems with the church when we have so lost the saving message of the gospel that we attract people by catering to their pets. The bible has a great deal to say about animals and their place in God’s creation.  While they very clearly display the glory of God and bring joy to his creation, should animals be treated with the same importance as humans?  According to Gillian Flaccus of the Associated Press, many churches are answering yes to that question by holding worship services for their congregant’s pets.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, there are serious problems with the church when we have so lost the saving message of the gospel that we attract people by catering to their pets. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-13,25448651 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:50:44 -0800 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Dogs, animals, Pets, Church http://odeo.com/episodes/25443807-Boys-Wearing-Skirts-to-School-What%E2%80%99s-Going-On Clothing makes a statement, and if The New York Times is any indicator of where the culture is headed, clothing is speaking loudly.  According to a recent article by Jan Hoffman, high schools are forced to tackle gender issues of a new magnitude: boys choosing to dress as girls – because they want to.  This is not an issue that is segmented to a specific area as this phenomenon is happening all over the country.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler takes on the importance of addressing the vital signs of what is happening in a child’s heart.  While issues of dressing are important and have serious cultural consequences, they are only indicators of things happening within the heart. Clothing makes a statement, and if The New York Times is any indicator of where the culture is headed, clothing is speaking loudly.  According to a recent article by Jan Hoffman, high schools are forced to tackle gender issues of a new magnitude: boys choosing to dress as girls – because they want to.  This is not an issue that is segmented to a specific area as this phenomenon is happening all over the country.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler takes on the importance of addressing the vital signs of what is happening in a child’s heart.  While issues of dressing are important and have serious cultural consequences, they are only indicators of things happening within the heart. Clothing makes a statement, and if The New York Times is any indicator of where the culture is headed, clothing is speaking loudly.  According to a recent article by Jan Hoffman, high schools are forced to tackle gender issues of a new magnitude: boys choosing to dress as girls – because they want to.  This is not an issue that is segmented to a specific area as this phenomenon is happening all over the country.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler takes on the importance of addressing the vital signs of what is happening in a child’s heart.  While issues of dressing are important and have serious cultural consequences, they are only indicators of things happening within the heart. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25443807 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:17:52 -0800 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, school, teenagers, Boys, clothing, homosexuality, gender, Fort Hood http://odeo.com/episodes/25439110-Ask-Anything-Wednesday Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) tag:odeo.com,2009-11-11,25439110 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:03:08 -0800 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Parenting, mormonism, homeschooling, addiction, pornography, public schools http://odeo.com/episodes/25433860-Falling-Fertility-Makes-for-Happy-Economists Is the fact that fertility rates are falling around the world a good thing?  According to the Economist, the answer is yes.  Falling birth rates in certain parts of the world are no surprise.  The alarming nature of recent news is that the Economist sees this as good news.  According to the magazine, only half of humanity will have high enough birth rates to replace itself.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the danger and moral heinousness of regulating birth rates in any form.  Children are a gift from the Lord.  To give them up for the sake of economic gain is morally repulsive. Is the fact that fertility rates are falling around the world a good thing?  According to the Economist, the answer is yes.  Falling birth rates in certain parts of the world are no surprise.  The alarming nature of recent news is that the Economist sees this as good news.  According to the magazine, only half of humanity will have high enough birth rates to replace itself.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the danger and moral heinousness of regulating birth rates in any form.  Children are a gift from the Lord.  To give them up for the sake of economic gain is morally repulsive. Is the fact that fertility rates are falling around the world a good thing?  According to the Economist, the answer is yes.  Falling birth rates in certain parts of the world are no surprise.  The alarming nature of recent news is that the Economist sees this as good news.  According to the magazine, only half of humanity will have high enough birth rates to replace itself.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the danger and moral heinousness of regulating birth rates in any form.  Children are a gift from the Lord.  To give them up for the sake of economic gain is morally repulsive. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-10,25433860 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:08:21 -0800 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, children, Health Care, capital punishment, The Economist, Hurricane Ida, Fertility Rates, Fort Hood Memorial Service, one-child policy http://odeo.com/episodes/25428309-Moral-Clarity-and-the-Fall-of-the-Wall The twentieth anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall is an important milestone in human history.  The wall, which represents ideas of oppression, cruelty and great evil, was made not to keep people out, but to trap people within.  When the wall fell, it was followed by a moment of great moral clarity: human beings are made for freedom.  On today’s program, speaking with his friend Peter Wehner, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of seeking moral clarity at all costs.  People should never be ashamed of truth.  In all circumstances, the truth must be sought out, cared for, believed in, and robustly carried into the future. The twentieth anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall is an important milestone in human history.  The wall, which represents ideas of oppression, cruelty and great evil, was made not to keep people out, but to trap people within.  When the wall fell, it was followed by a moment of great moral clarity: human beings are made for freedom.  On today’s program, speaking with his friend Peter Wehner, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of seeking moral clarity at all costs.  People should never be ashamed of truth.  In all circumstances, the truth must be sought out, cared for, believed in, and robustly carried into the future. The twentieth anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall is an important milestone in human history.  The wall, which represents ideas of oppression, cruelty and great evil, was made not to keep people out, but to trap people within.  When the wall fell, it was followed by a moment of great moral clarity: human beings are made for freedom.  On today’s program, speaking with his friend Peter Wehner, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of seeking moral clarity at all costs.  People should never be ashamed of truth.  In all circumstances, the truth must be sought out, cared for, believed in, and robustly carried into the future. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-09,25428309 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:06:01 -0800 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Abortion, Germany, Europe, Health Care, berlin wall, Fort Hood, President Ronald Reagan, Brandenburg Gate, Nidal Malik Hasan http://odeo.com/episodes/25414843-The-Hypersocialized-Generation For a generation that is always on, texting is an outlet that keeps on giving.  In public and private, there is never a moment when this generation feels awkward about using social media.  How can Christians live like this, with no boundaries and constant social contact?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler talks about the importance of guarding out time using social media.  Through good parenting and Christian discretion, an age of too much social contact can be appropriately tamed. For a generation that is always on, texting is an outlet that keeps on giving.  In public and private, there is never a moment when this generation feels awkward about using social media.  How can Christians live like this, with no boundaries and constant social contact?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler talks about the importance of guarding out time using social media.  Through good parenting and Christian discretion, an age of too much social contact can be appropriately tamed. For a generation that is always on, texting is an outlet that keeps on giving.  In public and private, there is never a moment when this generation feels awkward about using social media.  How can Christians live like this, with no boundaries and constant social contact?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler talks about the importance of guarding out time using social media.  Through good parenting and Christian discretion, an age of too much social contact can be appropriately tamed. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-06,25414843 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:09:22 -0800 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio Technology, audio, radio, twitter, communication, Facebook, social media, texting, fertility, Population, Fort Hood, Muslim Creationists http://odeo.com/episodes/25409142-Answering-Tragedy-with-Truth Tragic events are unfolding in Fort Hood, Texas today.  12 people, including a shooter, were shot and killed and at least 31 people have been injured.  How do Christians explain and give an account of terrible evil of this magnitude?  While there are worldviews that actually deny the sinfulness of evil, Christians have a legitimate answer to the tragic events of today’s nature.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, God is never the author of evil, but he does allow things of this nature to happen and he holds people accountable for their actions. Tragic events are unfolding in Fort Hood, Texas today.  12 people, including a shooter, were shot and killed and at least 31 people have been injured.  How do Christians explain and give an account of terrible evil of this magnitude?  While there are worldviews that actually deny the sinfulness of evil, Christians have a legitimate answer to the tragic events of today’s nature.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, God is never the author of evil, but he does allow things of this nature to happen and he holds people accountable for their actions. Tragic events are unfolding in Fort Hood, Texas today.  12 people, including a shooter, were shot and killed and at least 31 people have been injured.  How do Christians explain and give an account of terrible evil of this magnitude?  While there are worldviews that actually deny the sinfulness of evil, Christians have a legitimate answer to the tragic events of today’s nature.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, God is never the author of evil, but he does allow things of this nature to happen and he holds people accountable for their actions. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-05,25409142 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:09:25 -0800 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, murder, Abortion, evil, marriage, killing, Fort Hood TX, Referendum 71 http://odeo.com/episodes/25395533-Ask-Anything-Wednesday Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) tag:odeo.com,2009-11-04,25395533 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:03:51 -0800 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Abortion, marriage, birth control, debt, eschatology, Women Preaching http://odeo.com/episodes/25395534-What-Lies-Under-the-Surface-of-the-Election This Tuesday is Election Day, and more is going on behind the scenes than meets the eye.  Beyond the candidates, important issues are being decided on all over the country, and none more important than what’s happening in Maine.  The voters of Maine are voting today on a referendum on Same-Sex Marriage.  Though the state legislature has authorized same-sex couples in Maine to marry, the voters of Maine now have the opportunity to tell their government that they’ve seriously overstepped their bonds.  Listen, as Dr. Mohler notes the important things to watch for as Maine votes on this important issue. This Tuesday is Election Day, and more is going on behind the scenes than meets the eye.  Beyond the candidates, important issues are being decided on all over the country, and none more important than what’s happening in Maine.  The voters of Maine are voting today on a referendum on Same-Sex Marriage.  Though the state legislature has authorized same-sex couples in Maine to marry, the voters of Maine now have the opportunity to tell their government that they’ve seriously overstepped their bonds.  Listen, as Dr. Mohler notes the important things to watch for as Maine votes on this important issue. This Tuesday is Election Day, and more is going on behind the scenes than meets the eye.  Beyond the candidates, important issues are being decided on all over the country, and none more important than what’s happening in Maine.  The voters of Maine are voting today on a referendum on Same-Sex Marriage.  Though the state legislature has authorized same-sex couples in Maine to marry, the voters of Maine now have the opportunity to tell their government that they’ve seriously overstepped their bonds.  Listen, as Dr. Mohler notes the important things to watch for as Maine votes on this important issue. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25395534 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:36:36 -0800 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, paganism, Parenting, maine, same-sex marriage, election day, Marriage Act, Governor Race http://odeo.com/episodes/25395538-Legislating-Hate-Crimes-for-Some-People President Obama has recently signed the Hate Crimes Prevention Act, extending the definition of federal hate crimes to include a person’s sexual orientation.  This is a major victory for the gay rights community and fulfills a campaign promise President Obama made last year.  Though there are many concerns about the bill itself, the comments made by the President when he signed the bill are even more alarming.  As the President hopes, should people truly be allowed to live and love any way they choose to?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the dangers that come with legislating what constitutes a hate crime. President Obama has recently signed the Hate Crimes Prevention Act, extending the definition of federal hate crimes to include a person’s sexual orientation.  This is a major victory for the gay rights community and fulfills a campaign promise President Obama made last year.  Though there are many concerns about the bill itself, the comments made by the President when he signed the bill are even more alarming.  As the President hopes, should people truly be allowed to live and love any way they choose to?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the dangers that come with legislating what constitutes a hate crime. President Obama has recently signed the Hate Crimes Prevention Act, extending the definition of federal hate crimes to include a person’s sexual orientation.  This is a major victory for the gay rights community and fulfills a campaign promise President Obama made last year.  Though there are many concerns about the bill itself, the comments made by the President when he signed the bill are even more alarming.  As the President hopes, should people truly be allowed to live and love any way they choose to?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the dangers that come with legislating what constitutes a hate crime. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-02,25395538 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:10:48 -0800 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, homosexuality, gay rights, Hate Crime, President Barack Obama, The Marriage Index http://odeo.com/episodes/25395539-Getting-Ready-to-Get-Ready-for-Marriage How can young people prepare themselves for marriage?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the things people can do to make sure they are readying themselves for marriage.  Lisa Anderson and Steve Waters of Boundless.org, join Dr. Mohler to address the need for intentionality in the relationships young people pursue.  Marriage is certainly something that should be encouraged and sought after from a young age, but getting to that point of commitment can often be difficult.  Listen as Dr. Mohler and his guests help listeners think through this important issue. How can young people prepare themselves for marriage?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the things people can do to make sure they are readying themselves for marriage.  Lisa Anderson and Steve Waters of Boundless.org, join Dr. Mohler to address the need for intentionality in the relationships young people pursue.  Marriage is certainly something that should be encouraged and sought after from a young age, but getting to that point of commitment can often be difficult.  Listen as Dr. Mohler and his guests help listeners think through this important issue. How can young people prepare themselves for marriage?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the things people can do to make sure they are readying themselves for marriage.  Lisa Anderson and Steve Waters of Boundless.org, join Dr. Mohler to address the need for intentionality in the relationships young people pursue.  Marriage is certainly something that should be encouraged and sought after from a young age, but getting to that point of commitment can often be difficult.  Listen as Dr. Mohler and his guests help listeners think through this important issue. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-30,25395539 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:13:42 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25395540-The-Marriage-Index-%E2%80%94-An-Idea-Whose-Time-Has-Come Where is the institution of marriage headed in the United States?  The Institute for American Values and the NCAAMP have jointly released  The Marriage Index , which uses five indicators to measure the health of marriages in the United States.  Just as there are specific indicators that reveal the state of the economy,  The Marriage Index reveals what’s happening between couples today.  Maggie Gallagher, President of the Institute for Marriage and Public Policy, joins Dr. Mohler to discuss this new index and the reasons why marriages are both succeeding and failing today. Where is the institution of marriage headed in the United States?  The Institute for American Values and the NCAAMP have jointly released  The Marriage Index , which uses five indicators to measure the health of marriages in the United States.  Just as there are specific indicators that reveal the state of the economy,  The Marriage Index reveals what’s happening between couples today.  Maggie Gallagher, President of the Institute for Marriage and Public Policy, joins Dr. Mohler to discuss this new index and the reasons why marriages are both succeeding and failing today. Where is the institution of marriage headed in the United States?  The Institute for American Values and the NCAAMP have jointly released  The Marriage Index , which uses five indicators to measure the health of marriages in the United States.  Just as there are specific indicators that reveal the state of the economy,  The Marriage Index reveals what’s happening between couples today.  Maggie Gallagher, President of the Institute for Marriage and Public Policy, joins Dr. Mohler to discuss this new index and the reasons why marriages are both succeeding and failing today. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-29,25395540 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:10:44 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25395541-Ask-Anything-Wednesday tag:odeo.com,2009-10-28,25395541 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:18:41 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25395542-The-Divorce-Divide-and-the-American-Conscience Divorce is becoming the new norm in America.  Rather than honoring their marriage contracts, couples are breaking their vows, leaving their children and finding ways to circumvent faithfulness to those they have promised to love.  Divorce is terrible, real, and becoming more and more common in the United States.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler, with his guest Dr. Brad Wilcox, discusses the dangers of divorce, and encourages Christians and all those listening to honor the institutions God has blessed and given us for our good. Divorce is becoming the new norm in America.  Rather than honoring their marriage contracts, couples are breaking their vows, leaving their children and finding ways to circumvent faithfulness to those they have promised to love.  Divorce is terrible, real, and becoming more and more common in the United States.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler, with his guest Dr. Brad Wilcox, discusses the dangers of divorce, and encourages Christians and all those listening to honor the institutions God has blessed and given us for our good. Divorce is becoming the new norm in America.  Rather than honoring their marriage contracts, couples are breaking their vows, leaving their children and finding ways to circumvent faithfulness to those they have promised to love.  Divorce is terrible, real, and becoming more and more common in the United States.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler, with his guest Dr. Brad Wilcox, discusses the dangers of divorce, and encourages Christians and all those listening to honor the institutions God has blessed and given us for our good. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-27,25395542 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:08:46 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25379587-Bound-by-Conscience-or-Denying-the-Bible The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is flirting with homosexuality in dangerous ways.  Over the summer, the ELCA voted to adopt a statement on human sexuality that fully embraces homosexuality within the church.  While acknowledging that individual Christians could come to different opinions on these issues, the statement included a “Bound Conscience” principle, calling Christians to simply stand by and ignore their theological convictions that differ from their neighbor’s.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler talks with Lutheran theologian Dr. Robert Benne about the dangerous doors opened by “Bound Conscience” principle, and the pitfalls of heresy that can easily follow. The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is flirting with homosexuality in dangerous ways.  Over the summer, the ELCA voted to adopt a statement on human sexuality that fully embraces homosexuality within the church.  While acknowledging that individual Christians could come to different opinions on these issues, the statement included a “Bound Conscience” principle, calling Christians to simply stand by and ignore their theological convictions that differ from their neighbor’s.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler talks with Lutheran theologian Dr. Robert Benne about the dangerous doors opened by “Bound Conscience” principle, and the pitfalls of heresy that can easily follow. The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is flirting with homosexuality in dangerous ways.  Over the summer, the ELCA voted to adopt a statement on human sexuality that fully embraces homosexuality within the church.  While acknowledging that individual Christians could come to different opinions on these issues, the statement included a “Bound Conscience” principle, calling Christians to simply stand by and ignore their theological convictions that differ from their neighbor’s.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler talks with Lutheran theologian Dr. Robert Benne about the dangerous doors opened by “Bound Conscience” principle, and the pitfalls of heresy that can easily follow. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-26,25379587 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:05:58 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25359449-The-Blessings-of-Discipline-in-a-Child%E2%80%99s-Life tag:odeo.com,2009-10-23,25359449 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:04:46 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25350063-The-True-Face-of-the-American-Woman Time Magazine has recently reported on the state of the American women.  Though many modern women are more powerful and make more money than any generation previously, they are far less happy.  As the family unit dissolves and the gift of motherhood is set aside for cultural achievement, women are losing a sense of sure footing and purpose in life.  As Dr. Mohler notes today, women will find genuine happiness through the gospel, faithfulness to His Word, and love for the family of Christ. Time Magazine has recently reported on the state of the American women.  Though many modern women are more powerful and make more money than any generation previously, they are far less happy.  As the family unit dissolves and the gift of motherhood is set aside for cultural achievement, women are losing a sense of sure footing and purpose in life.  As Dr. Mohler notes today, women will find genuine happiness through the gospel, faithfulness to His Word, and love for the family of Christ. Time Magazine has recently reported on the state of the American women.  Though many modern women are more powerful and make more money than any generation previously, they are far less happy.  As the family unit dissolves and the gift of motherhood is set aside for cultural achievement, women are losing a sense of sure footing and purpose in life.  As Dr. Mohler notes today, women will find genuine happiness through the gospel, faithfulness to His Word, and love for the family of Christ. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-22,25350063 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:09:02 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25335291-Ask-Anything-Wednesday tag:odeo.com,2009-10-21,25335291 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:30:48 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio Dating, audio, radio, war, Vampires, Halloween, evil, Women, marriage, afghanistan, Church, baptism, missions, Arminianism, Great Commission Resurgence http://odeo.com/episodes/25320670-Acknowledging-the-Differences-between-Man-and-Beast What are the differences between mankind and animals in creation?  Many would argue that man and beast should be seen on the same level, as equals and co-habitants of creation.  While the scriptures certainly acknowledge the cohabitation aspects of life between man and beast, the roles they play are clearly different.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, man is made in the image of God, carrying special weight and responsibility before God.  Though cruelty to animals is evil and deserves punishment, equality between them is unbiblical and utterly foolish. What are the differences between mankind and animals in creation?  Many would argue that man and beast should be seen on the same level, as equals and co-habitants of creation.  While the scriptures certainly acknowledge the cohabitation aspects of life between man and beast, the roles they play are clearly different.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, man is made in the image of God, carrying special weight and responsibility before God.  Though cruelty to animals is evil and deserves punishment, equality between them is unbiblical and utterly foolish. What are the differences between mankind and animals in creation?  Many would argue that man and beast should be seen on the same level, as equals and co-habitants of creation.  While the scriptures certainly acknowledge the cohabitation aspects of life between man and beast, the roles they play are clearly different.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, man is made in the image of God, carrying special weight and responsibility before God.  Though cruelty to animals is evil and deserves punishment, equality between them is unbiblical and utterly foolish. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-20,25320670 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:17:41 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25314767-Homosexuality-and-the-Manifesto-of-John-Shelby-Spong Retired Episcopal bishop John Shelby Spong has released a new Manifesto on homosexual marriage: it’s simply true and he’s not going to argue with people who disagree with him any longer.  There is no surprise surrounding bishop Spong’s opinions on homosexuality; the former bishop is a self-professed liberal who doesn’t believe in the authority of scripture.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, the problem with this manifesto is that it says Christians should simply be quiet and accept the tide of homosexuality that is sweeping society.  The gospel alone provides the answer people need to the homosexual question: Jesus came to save sinners.  The Church cannot be silent about a matter as important as this. Retired Episcopal bishop John Shelby Spong has released a new Manifesto on homosexual marriage: it’s simply true and he’s not going to argue with people who disagree with him any longer.  There is no surprise surrounding bishop Spong’s opinions on homosexuality; the former bishop is a self-professed liberal who doesn’t believe in the authority of scripture.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, the problem with this manifesto is that it says Christians should simply be quiet and accept the tide of homosexuality that is sweeping society.  The gospel alone provides the answer people need to the homosexual question: Jesus came to save sinners.  The Church cannot be silent about a matter as important as this. Retired Episcopal bishop John Shelby Spong has released a new Manifesto on homosexual marriage: it’s simply true and he’s not going to argue with people who disagree with him any longer.  There is no surprise surrounding bishop Spong’s opinions on homosexuality; the former bishop is a self-professed liberal who doesn’t believe in the authority of scripture.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, the problem with this manifesto is that it says Christians should simply be quiet and accept the tide of homosexuality that is sweeping society.  The gospel alone provides the answer people need to the homosexual question: Jesus came to save sinners.  The Church cannot be silent about a matter as important as this. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-19,25314767 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:02:01 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, marriage, homosexuality, manifesto, Interracial Marriage, John Shelby Spong, Embryo Screening http://odeo.com/episodes/25299450-A-Separation-between-Church-and-Sport Tim Tebow is coming under fire for his commitment to the gospel.  Is this wrong?  Should Christians be vocal about their faith in the platform given to them?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler tackles this issue, going to the defense of celebrities who are committed to their faith in Jesus Christ.  There are certain issues of such importance that one cannot separate their convictions from the public nature of their working lives.  Tim Tebow and those like him have a moral obligation to be faithful to the faith that has changed their lives. Tim Tebow is coming under fire for his commitment to the gospel.  Is this wrong?  Should Christians be vocal about their faith in the platform given to them?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler tackles this issue, going to the defense of celebrities who are committed to their faith in Jesus Christ.  There are certain issues of such importance that one cannot separate their convictions from the public nature of their working lives.  Tim Tebow and those like him have a moral obligation to be faithful to the faith that has changed their lives. Tim Tebow is coming under fire for his commitment to the gospel.  Is this wrong?  Should Christians be vocal about their faith in the platform given to them?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler tackles this issue, going to the defense of celebrities who are committed to their faith in Jesus Christ.  There are certain issues of such importance that one cannot separate their convictions from the public nature of their working lives.  Tim Tebow and those like him have a moral obligation to be faithful to the faith that has changed their lives. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-16,25299450 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:11:55 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Sports, Christianity, Church, athletes, Tim Tebow, Sam Cook http://odeo.com/episodes/25292681-Should-Christians-Follow-Buddha-Too Paul Knitter has written a book titled Without Buddha I Could Not Be A Christian.  The title is more than revealing.  He argues that where there are holes and inconsistencies in Christianity, Christians should learn from Buddha.  Should Christians heed this advice?  Is Christ sufficient for the Christian life or is more needed?  Scripture is clear on this: Christ is completely sufficient for the Christian life, with no outside help needed.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, the Christian life finds it’s sustenance and strength in Christ alone.  He is a perfect Savior.  He needs no help. Paul Knitter has written a book titled Without Buddha I Could Not Be A Christian.  The title is more than revealing.  He argues that where there are holes and inconsistencies in Christianity, Christians should learn from Buddha.  Should Christians heed this advice?  Is Christ sufficient for the Christian life or is more needed?  Scripture is clear on this: Christ is completely sufficient for the Christian life, with no outside help needed.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, the Christian life finds it’s sustenance and strength in Christ alone.  He is a perfect Savior.  He needs no help. Paul Knitter has written a book titled Without Buddha I Could Not Be A Christian.  The title is more than revealing.  He argues that where there are holes and inconsistencies in Christianity, Christians should learn from Buddha.  Should Christians heed this advice?  Is Christ sufficient for the Christian life or is more needed?  Scripture is clear on this: Christ is completely sufficient for the Christian life, with no outside help needed.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, the Christian life finds it’s sustenance and strength in Christ alone.  He is a perfect Savior.  He needs no help. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-15,25292681 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:12:55 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25286764-Ask-Anything-Wednesday tag:odeo.com,2009-10-14,25286764 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:23:33 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25281005-How-to-Think-about-Reproductive-Services-as-a-Christian The joy of having children is something sought after by all kinds of people, specifically for Christians who understand the gift children are from the Lord.  When pregnancy becomes difficult, how should Christians think about reproductive issues?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler addresses the dangers of disguised abortion, when doctors promote “selective reduction” to deal with unanticipated embryos. The joy of having children is something sought after by all kinds of people, specifically for Christians who understand the gift children are from the Lord.  When pregnancy becomes difficult, how should Christians think about reproductive issues?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler addresses the dangers of disguised abortion, when doctors promote “selective reduction” to deal with unanticipated embryos. The joy of having children is something sought after by all kinds of people, specifically for Christians who understand the gift children are from the Lord.  When pregnancy becomes difficult, how should Christians think about reproductive issues?  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler addresses the dangers of disguised abortion, when doctors promote “selective reduction” to deal with unanticipated embryos. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-13,25281005 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:06:15 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Family, Abortion, california, art, pregnancy, IVF, harvey milk, Assisted Reproductive Technology http://odeo.com/episodes/25275537-Gay-Rights-and-the-President-of-the-United-States President Obama has come out in strong support of homosexual marriage.  This past weekend he spoke to the Human Rights Campaign promising to eliminate stigmas surrounding homosexuality in America.  The President is doing his best to ‘liberate’ homosexuals from the Defense of Marriage Act, Don’t Ask Don’t Tell, and the normalcy of heterosexual marriage.  The reactions to his comments were more than jubilant.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of the Church’s commitment to standing up for a Biblical definition of marriage in the halls of our Nation’s Capitol. President Obama has come out in strong support of homosexual marriage.  This past weekend he spoke to the Human Rights Campaign promising to eliminate stigmas surrounding homosexuality in America.  The President is doing his best to ‘liberate’ homosexuals from the Defense of Marriage Act, Don’t Ask Don’t Tell, and the normalcy of heterosexual marriage.  The reactions to his comments were more than jubilant.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of the Church’s commitment to standing up for a Biblical definition of marriage in the halls of our Nation’s Capitol. President Obama has come out in strong support of homosexual marriage.  This past weekend he spoke to the Human Rights Campaign promising to eliminate stigmas surrounding homosexuality in America.  The President is doing his best to ‘liberate’ homosexuals from the Defense of Marriage Act, Don’t Ask Don’t Tell, and the normalcy of heterosexual marriage.  The reactions to his comments were more than jubilant.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of the Church’s commitment to standing up for a Biblical definition of marriage in the halls of our Nation’s Capitol. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-12,25275537 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:22:30 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, homosexuality, gay marriage, roman polanski, President Barack Obama, Paul Knitter http://odeo.com/episodes/25261647-Concerns-for-the-Rising-Generation Thomas Friedman has recently written a piece in The New York Times about the three ‘bombs’ that he fears when thinking of the challenges his children will face in the future.  These ‘bombs’ are not the kind used to kill with force and explosive power.  These ‘bombs’ are far more dangerous.  They are the ‘bombs’ of unchecked ideas, breading all kinds of hatred and malice.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes that despite how terrible some future fears may seem, Christians can trust that all things are in God’s hands, the place where we can both exercise discernment and find deep rest. Thomas Friedman has recently written a piece in The New York Times about the three ‘bombs’ that he fears when thinking of the challenges his children will face in the future.  These ‘bombs’ are not the kind used to kill with force and explosive power.  These ‘bombs’ are far more dangerous.  They are the ‘bombs’ of unchecked ideas, breading all kinds of hatred and malice.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes that despite how terrible some future fears may seem, Christians can trust that all things are in God’s hands, the place where we can both exercise discernment and find deep rest. Thomas Friedman has recently written a piece in The New York Times about the three ‘bombs’ that he fears when thinking of the challenges his children will face in the future.  These ‘bombs’ are not the kind used to kill with force and explosive power.  These ‘bombs’ are far more dangerous.  They are the ‘bombs’ of unchecked ideas, breading all kinds of hatred and malice.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes that despite how terrible some future fears may seem, Christians can trust that all things are in God’s hands, the place where we can both exercise discernment and find deep rest. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-09,25261647 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:11:55 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Threats, nuclear bomb, thomas friedman, roman polanski, President Barack Obama, nobel peace prize, Debt Bomb, Climate Bomb http://odeo.com/episodes/25256099-Calling-Young-Men-to-the-Mission-Field Are young men concerned about missions?  The call to the mission field is being answered by the Church, but the majority of people answering that call are women.  Where are the young men?  The gospel calls people into the Church to be fed by the blessings of the cross and then sends them out to call a lost world to Christ.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s show, the Church needs to make the glory of missions a normal, regular practice.  This is not a call for the spiritually heroic; it is the job of all Christians to take the gospel to lands in need of Christ. Are young men concerned about missions?  The call to the mission field is being answered by the Church, but the majority of people answering that call are women.  Where are the young men?  The gospel calls people into the Church to be fed by the blessings of the cross and then sends them out to call a lost world to Christ.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s show, the Church needs to make the glory of missions a normal, regular practice.  This is not a call for the spiritually heroic; it is the job of all Christians to take the gospel to lands in need of Christ. Are young men concerned about missions?  The call to the mission field is being answered by the Church, but the majority of people answering that call are women.  Where are the young men?  The gospel calls people into the Church to be fed by the blessings of the cross and then sends them out to call a lost world to Christ.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s show, the Church needs to make the glory of missions a normal, regular practice.  This is not a call for the spiritually heroic; it is the job of all Christians to take the gospel to lands in need of Christ. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-08,25256099 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:07:04 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Abortion, moon, ministry, missionary, missions, spanking, Roe v. Wade http://odeo.com/episodes/25250517-Ask-Anything-Wednesday Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) tag:odeo.com,2009-10-07,25250517 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:00:55 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, compensation, marriage, freemasonry, david letterman, roman polanski, deacons, secular music, N.T. Jews, Annulment http://odeo.com/episodes/25244676-The-Cross-of-Christ-on-Public-Land The United States Supreme Court will hear Salazar vs. Buono tomorrow, determining whether or not a religious cross should be allowed on the Mojave National Preserve in California.  More is at stake here than meets the eye.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s show, the importance of this case is not the constitutional provisions of where a cross can be found, rather the power and significance of the cross in the Christian’s life.  Christians should be careful to proclaim the importance and significance of the cross in all spheres of life. The United States Supreme Court will hear Salazar vs. Buono tomorrow, determining whether or not a religious cross should be allowed on the Mojave National Preserve in California.  More is at stake here than meets the eye.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s show, the importance of this case is not the constitutional provisions of where a cross can be found, rather the power and significance of the cross in the Christian’s life.  Christians should be careful to proclaim the importance and significance of the cross in all spheres of life. The United States Supreme Court will hear Salazar vs. Buono tomorrow, determining whether or not a religious cross should be allowed on the Mojave National Preserve in California.  More is at stake here than meets the eye.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s show, the importance of this case is not the constitutional provisions of where a cross can be found, rather the power and significance of the cross in the Christian’s life.  Christians should be careful to proclaim the importance and significance of the cross in all spheres of life. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-06,25244676 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:59:29 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Europe, cross, secular, roman polanski, Fossils, US Supreme Court, Benny Hinn http://odeo.com/episodes/25238465-Morality-Defined-by-Hollywood Moral hypocrisy is a terrible thing, but in the case of child rape, special disgust is added to the tragedy.  Roman Polanski has been arrested for the rape of a teenage girl that he committed in 1977.  Many question whether or not it is right to arrest a celebrity for something he did over three decades ago.  Sure, what he did was wrong, but should Polanski be held accountable for his actions?  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler notes the dangers of overlooking moral hypocrisy in any form, wherever it appears. Moral hypocrisy is a terrible thing, but in the case of child rape, special disgust is added to the tragedy.  Roman Polanski has been arrested for the rape of a teenage girl that he committed in 1977.  Many question whether or not it is right to arrest a celebrity for something he did over three decades ago.  Sure, what he did was wrong, but should Polanski be held accountable for his actions?  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler notes the dangers of overlooking moral hypocrisy in any form, wherever it appears. Moral hypocrisy is a terrible thing, but in the case of child rape, special disgust is added to the tragedy.  Roman Polanski has been arrested for the rape of a teenage girl that he committed in 1977.  Many question whether or not it is right to arrest a celebrity for something he did over three decades ago.  Sure, what he did was wrong, but should Polanski be held accountable for his actions?  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler notes the dangers of overlooking moral hypocrisy in any form, wherever it appears. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-05,25238465 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:03:58 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, rape, Military, morality, the law, roman polanski, sodomy, Female Soldiers, Moral Chaos, US Supreme Court, The Taliban http://odeo.com/episodes/25224154-What-Do-Men-Want What makes a man a man?  What makes him happy and fulfilled in this life?  Maureen Dowd has written recently on the trends of happiness amongst women, and her story raises interesting questions about what makes men feel happy and fulfilled.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of putting spiritual priorities first, blessing their families, and taking responsibility for the opportunities God gives them in life. What makes a man a man?  What makes him happy and fulfilled in this life?  Maureen Dowd has written recently on the trends of happiness amongst women, and her story raises interesting questions about what makes men feel happy and fulfilled.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of putting spiritual priorities first, blessing their families, and taking responsibility for the opportunities God gives them in life. What makes a man a man?  What makes him happy and fulfilled in this life?  Maureen Dowd has written recently on the trends of happiness amongst women, and her story raises interesting questions about what makes men feel happy and fulfilled.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of putting spiritual priorities first, blessing their families, and taking responsibility for the opportunities God gives them in life. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-02,25224154 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:00:06 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Indonesia, cleveland, men, fulfillment, panamá, david letterman, Gay Games, Guillermo Endara http://odeo.com/episodes/25218621-Banned-Book-Week-%E2%80%93-Parenting-at-the-Mercy-of-the-Local-Librarian Banned Books Week is this week in America, trying to draw attention to the dangers of limiting access to all types of information.  But are books really being banned in America?  Certainly not.  The American Library Association’s problem actually falls on parents who are concerned about what their children are reading.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of parental involvement with what books are being feed to their children.  Before God, parents are charged with knowing what their children read and guarding them from material that is not appropriate. Banned Books Week is this week in America, trying to draw attention to the dangers of limiting access to all types of information.  But are books really being banned in America?  Certainly not.  The American Library Association’s problem actually falls on parents who are concerned about what their children are reading.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of parental involvement with what books are being feed to their children.  Before God, parents are charged with knowing what their children read and guarding them from material that is not appropriate. Banned Books Week is this week in America, trying to draw attention to the dangers of limiting access to all types of information.  But are books really being banned in America?  Certainly not.  The American Library Association’s problem actually falls on parents who are concerned about what their children are reading.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler notes the importance of parental involvement with what books are being feed to their children.  Before God, parents are charged with knowing what their children read and guarding them from material that is not appropriate. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-01,25218621 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:00:33 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio Books, audio, radio, Abortion, Military, reading, homosexuality, Tsunami, earthquake, Banned Books Week, Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life http://odeo.com/episodes/25212717-Ask-Anything-Wednesday Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) tag:odeo.com,2009-09-30,25212717 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:05:22 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, death, Indonesia, heaven, poker, new york city, lottery, earthquake, calvinism, roman polanski, sumatra http://odeo.com/episodes/25206229-Blasphemy-Day-in-America Secularists are celebrating a new holiday tomorrow: International Blasphemy Day.  Man’s audacity of celebrating a day that is designed to mock and dishonor the Lord is frightening and telling.  It is not, however, surprising.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, society is quickly moving further and further from the revealed truth of Scripture.  This kind of audacity should not cause Christians to shy away from the fight for truth, but to boldly proclaim the gospel to a world in open rebellion. Secularists are celebrating a new holiday tomorrow: International Blasphemy Day.  Man’s audacity of celebrating a day that is designed to mock and dishonor the Lord is frightening and telling.  It is not, however, surprising.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, society is quickly moving further and further from the revealed truth of Scripture.  This kind of audacity should not cause Christians to shy away from the fight for truth, but to boldly proclaim the gospel to a world in open rebellion. Secularists are celebrating a new holiday tomorrow: International Blasphemy Day.  Man’s audacity of celebrating a day that is designed to mock and dishonor the Lord is frightening and telling.  It is not, however, surprising.  As Dr. Mohler notes on today’s program, society is quickly moving further and further from the revealed truth of Scripture.  This kind of audacity should not cause Christians to shy away from the fight for truth, but to boldly proclaim the gospel to a world in open rebellion. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-29,25206229 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:01:31 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, religion, bill clinton, same-sex marriage, Empire State Building, Blasphemy Challenge, International Blasphemy Day http://odeo.com/episodes/25201301-Giving-Men-Power-Over-Women-Encouraging-Abortions An Encore Presentation From 08/17/09 An Encore Presentation From 08/17/09 An Encore Presentation From 08/17/09 tag:odeo.com,2009-09-28,25201301 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:00:47 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25185549-What-Women-Want-A-Response-to-Feminism Women are no longer happy.  According to Maureen Dowd, reporting for The New York Times, as women grow older they become less and less happy.  As dreams are changed, children grow up, and careers come and go, women’s identities shift and happiness can easily become lost.  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler discusses what Christian women should truly want; knowing that a deep knowledge of the Savior brings lasting joy and true happiness – something the feminist ideal can never give. Women are no longer happy.  According to Maureen Dowd, reporting for The New York Times, as women grow older they become less and less happy.  As dreams are changed, children grow up, and careers come and go, women’s identities shift and happiness can easily become lost.  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler discusses what Christian women should truly want; knowing that a deep knowledge of the Savior brings lasting joy and true happiness – something the feminist ideal can never give. Women are no longer happy.  According to Maureen Dowd, reporting for The New York Times, as women grow older they become less and less happy.  As dreams are changed, children grow up, and careers come and go, women’s identities shift and happiness can easily become lost.  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler discusses what Christian women should truly want; knowing that a deep knowledge of the Savior brings lasting joy and true happiness – something the feminist ideal can never give. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-25,25185549 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:33:22 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Family, Women, Muslim Prayer, Religious Liberty http://odeo.com/episodes/25180012-Christian-Convictions-and-Unpopularity-in-the-Public-Square Deepak Chopra is at it again: arguing for a Jesus that doesn’t exist in scripture.  This time, his argument comes in a response to the Washington Post’s On Faith column, saying that the God of the Bible encourages Christians to hate people in society who have alternative life styles.  On Today’s show, Dr. Mohler talks about how Christians can stay on top of this apologetic challenge of our day.  When men like Deepak Chopra are able define truth in whatever way they want to, we must be ready and careful to stand by the revealed truth of the Scriptures. Deepak Chopra is at it again: arguing for a Jesus that doesn’t exist in scripture.  This time, his argument comes in a response to the Washington Post’s On Faith column, saying that the God of the Bible encourages Christians to hate people in society who have alternative life styles.  On Today’s show, Dr. Mohler talks about how Christians can stay on top of this apologetic challenge of our day.  When men like Deepak Chopra are able define truth in whatever way they want to, we must be ready and careful to stand by the revealed truth of the Scriptures. Deepak Chopra is at it again: arguing for a Jesus that doesn’t exist in scripture.  This time, his argument comes in a response to the Washington Post’s On Faith column, saying that the God of the Bible encourages Christians to hate people in society who have alternative life styles.  On Today’s show, Dr. Mohler talks about how Christians can stay on top of this apologetic challenge of our day.  When men like Deepak Chopra are able define truth in whatever way they want to, we must be ready and careful to stand by the revealed truth of the Scriptures. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-24,25180012 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:13:42 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, New Age, prejudice, United Nations, tolerance, deepak chopra, Rick Warren, G-20, Embryo Transplant http://odeo.com/episodes/25173834-Ask-Anything-Wednesday Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) Call with your question - you set the agenda. 1-877-893-TALK(8255) tag:odeo.com,2009-09-23,25173834 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:01:22 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, college, Health Care, profanity, cremation, President Barack Obama, Bible Translation, Music Selection, Women Deacons http://odeo.com/episodes/25167233-Life-in-Post-Denominational-America Denominations are shrinking in America, with more and more people defining themselves as “Nones.”  These “Nones” are people who hold no religious affiliation.  Though they grew up attending various denominations, by the time they become adults, doctrinal faith has no part in their lives.  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler points out the importance of denominational distinctives, all faithfully holding to the gospel of Jesus Christ.  Christians should think through their convictions and commit to a body of believers that holds tightly to the truths they believe. Denominations are shrinking in America, with more and more people defining themselves as “Nones.”  These “Nones” are people who hold no religious affiliation.  Though they grew up attending various denominations, by the time they become adults, doctrinal faith has no part in their lives.  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler points out the importance of denominational distinctives, all faithfully holding to the gospel of Jesus Christ.  Christians should think through their convictions and commit to a body of believers that holds tightly to the truths they believe. Denominations are shrinking in America, with more and more people defining themselves as “Nones.”  These “Nones” are people who hold no religious affiliation.  Though they grew up attending various denominations, by the time they become adults, doctrinal faith has no part in their lives.  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler points out the importance of denominational distinctives, all faithfully holding to the gospel of Jesus Christ.  Christians should think through their convictions and commit to a body of believers that holds tightly to the truths they believe. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-22,25167233 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 15:03:19 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Church, John Edwards, Denomination, Jeff Lorg, 'Nones' http://odeo.com/episodes/25161653-Engaging-with-Islam-in-21st-Century-America tag:odeo.com,2009-09-21,25161653 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:09:55 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Islam, Christianity, muslim, Health Care, fasting, Time Magazine, President Barack Obama, John T. Elson http://odeo.com/episodes/25147653-Loving-Life-Protecting-Children-with-Down-Syndrome Shocking news reveals that expecting couples are being encouraged to test whether or not their children have down syndrome.  If the answer is yes, many physicians encourage the expecting parents to abort their babies.  Beyond the obvious tragedy here, many wonderful souls are being lost to the vain idol of convenience and perceived perfection.  Listen as Dr. Mohler discusses these sobering statistics with his guest, Dr. John Greever, and many callers who are tremendously thankful for the gift of a down syndrome baby God has given to them. Shocking news reveals that expecting couples are being encouraged to test whether or not their children have down syndrome.  If the answer is yes, many physicians encourage the expecting parents to abort their babies.  Beyond the obvious tragedy here, many wonderful souls are being lost to the vain idol of convenience and perceived perfection.  Listen as Dr. Mohler discusses these sobering statistics with his guest, Dr. John Greever, and many callers who are tremendously thankful for the gift of a down syndrome baby God has given to them. Shocking news reveals that expecting couples are being encouraged to test whether or not their children have down syndrome.  If the answer is yes, many physicians encourage the expecting parents to abort their babies.  Beyond the obvious tragedy here, many wonderful souls are being lost to the vain idol of convenience and perceived perfection.  Listen as Dr. Mohler discusses these sobering statistics with his guest, Dr. John Greever, and many callers who are tremendously thankful for the gift of a down syndrome baby God has given to them. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-18,25147653 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:17:11 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, Abortion, Down Syndrome http://odeo.com/episodes/25141946-Nothing-in-My-Hands-I-bring-What-is-the-Gospel What is it that makes a person right before God?  The gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ is one of grace and mercy, given to Christians by the work of Jesus Christ.  Moralism is not the gospel.  Though people are wired to hide their sins from neighbors, nothing can hide sin from a holy God.  Christians must be quick to live in the grace given to us, resting in Christ’s work, and running from the temptation to present ourselves before God as greater than we actually are: in need of salvation. What is it that makes a person right before God?  The gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ is one of grace and mercy, given to Christians by the work of Jesus Christ.  Moralism is not the gospel.  Though people are wired to hide their sins from neighbors, nothing can hide sin from a holy God.  Christians must be quick to live in the grace given to us, resting in Christ’s work, and running from the temptation to present ourselves before God as greater than we actually are: in need of salvation. What is it that makes a person right before God?  The gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ is one of grace and mercy, given to Christians by the work of Jesus Christ.  Moralism is not the gospel.  Though people are wired to hide their sins from neighbors, nothing can hide sin from a holy God.  Christians must be quick to live in the grace given to us, resting in Christ’s work, and running from the temptation to present ourselves before God as greater than we actually are: in need of salvation. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-17,25141946 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:01:34 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, disney, Gospel, Health Care, PETA, Moralism http://odeo.com/episodes/25141947-Ask-Anything-Wednesday tag:odeo.com,2009-09-16,25141947 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:03:44 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio audio, radio, evolution, Abortion, unemployment, gambling, Church, investment, lottery, prosperity gospel, united way, Bible Code, Francis Collins, Muslim Holiday http://odeo.com/episodes/25133509-Atheism-Disguised-as-Orthodox-Christianity Does God exist?  The Wall Street Journal has recently run parallel stories that were supposed to be between an Atheist, Richard Dawkins, and a Christian, Karen Armstrong.  Nothing could be further from the truth.  Karen Armstrong’s defense of Christianity sounds more like the atheist she is supposed to be refuting.  Christians should be careful to think through issue of creation with precision and wisdom, watching for truth wherever it appears, even from the pen of Richard Dawkins. Does God exist?  The Wall Street Journal has recently run parallel stories that were supposed to be between an Atheist, Richard Dawkins, and a Christian, Karen Armstrong.  Nothing could be further from the truth.  Karen Armstrong’s defense of Christianity sounds more like the atheist she is supposed to be refuting.  Christians should be careful to think through issue of creation with precision and wisdom, watching for truth wherever it appears, even from the pen of Richard Dawkins. Does God exist?  The Wall Street Journal has recently run parallel stories that were supposed to be between an Atheist, Richard Dawkins, and a Christian, Karen Armstrong.  Nothing could be further from the truth.  Karen Armstrong’s defense of Christianity sounds more like the atheist she is supposed to be refuting.  Christians should be careful to think through issue of creation with precision and wisdom, watching for truth wherever it appears, even from the pen of Richard Dawkins. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-15,25133509 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:15:34 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio radio, evolution, God, atheism, Richard Dawkins, ted kennedy, Karen Armstrong http://odeo.com/episodes/25133510-The-Shock-of-Too-Much-Nurturing Good parenting involves genuinely loving your child.  But what happens when loving a little one turns into an obsession, putting the child first in every circumstance and neglecting necessary discipline?   Is it possible to love your child too much?  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler discusses trends in parenting with his guest, Po Bronson, author of the new book NutureShock: New Thinking About Children. Good parenting involves genuinely loving your child.  But what happens when loving a little one turns into an obsession, putting the child first in every circumstance and neglecting necessary discipline?   Is it possible to love your child too much?  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler discusses trends in parenting with his guest, Po Bronson, author of the new book NutureShock: New Thinking About Children. Good parenting involves genuinely loving your child.  But what happens when loving a little one turns into an obsession, putting the child first in every circumstance and neglecting necessary discipline?   Is it possible to love your child too much?  On today’s show, Dr. Mohler discusses trends in parenting with his guest, Po Bronson, author of the new book NutureShock: New Thinking About Children. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-14,25133510 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 03:11:15 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25133511-Words-From-the-Fire-The-10-Commandments-for-Christians-Today The 10 commandments are the hallmark of the Old Testament.  They play a crucial role in the history of mankind, laying the standard for ethics, laws, and ordered society.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the wonderful privilege of having God’s 10 words given to his people, and the prominent place they should play in the life of a Christian. The 10 commandments are the hallmark of the Old Testament.  They play a crucial role in the history of mankind, laying the standard for ethics, laws, and ordered society.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the wonderful privilege of having God’s 10 words given to his people, and the prominent place they should play in the life of a Christian. The 10 commandments are the hallmark of the Old Testament.  They play a crucial role in the history of mankind, laying the standard for ethics, laws, and ordered society.  On today’s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the wonderful privilege of having God’s 10 words given to his people, and the prominent place they should play in the life of a Christian. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-11,25133511 Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:35:55 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio radio, law, sabbath, 9/11, 10 commandments http://odeo.com/episodes/25133512-The-President%E2%80%99s-Words-on-Health-Care President Obama delivered a major speech on Health Care reform last night, trying to energize Congress towards approving change. Intentions aside, did the President truly tell the American people what he hopes to do? On today’s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the nature of the Health Care debate, and the medical, financial and spiritual dangers of where President Obama hopes to lead this country. President Obama delivered a major speech on Health Care reform last night, trying to energize Congress towards approving change. Intentions aside, did the President truly tell the American people what he hopes to do? On today’s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the nature of the Health Care debate, and the medical, financial and spiritual dangers of where President Obama hopes to lead this country. President Obama delivered a major speech on Health Care reform last night, trying to energize Congress towards approving change. Intentions aside, did the President truly tell the American people what he hopes to do? On today’s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the nature of the Health Care debate, and the medical, financial and spiritual dangers of where President Obama hopes to lead this country. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-10,25133512 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:00:40 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio radio, Government, NASA, Boys, Health Care, insurance, President Barack Obama, hubble space telescope http://odeo.com/episodes/25104437-09-10-09-The-President-s-Words-on-Health-Care President Obama delivered a major speech on Health Care reform last night, trying to energize Congress towards approving change. Intentions aside, did the President truly tell the American people what he hopes to do? On today?s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the nature of the Health Care debate, and the medical, financial and spiritual dangers of where President Obama hopes to lead this country. President Obama delivered a major speech on Health Care reform last night, trying to energize Congress towards approving change. Intentions aside, did the President truly tell the American people what he hopes to do? On today?s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the nature of the Health Care debate, and the medical, financial and spiritual dangers of where President Obama hopes to lead this country. President Obama delivered a major speech on Health Care reform last night, trying to energize Congress towards approving change. Intentions aside, did the President truly tell the American people what he hopes to do? On today?s program, Dr. Mohler discusses the nature of the Health Care debate, and the medical, financial and spiritual dangers of where President Obama hopes to lead this country. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-10,25104437 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:00:00 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25133513-Ask-Anything-Wednesday tag:odeo.com,2009-09-09,25133513 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:00:06 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25104438-09-09-09-Ask-Anything-Wednesday Ask Anything Wednesday Ask Anything Wednesday Ask Anything Wednesday tag:odeo.com,2009-09-09,25104438 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:00:00 -0700 no AlbertMohler.com – Radio podcasts