Conversations with Ray Martinez

Jesus Christ is often revered as a revolutionary figure in His approach toward women. He challenged the patriarchal norms of His time and elevated the status of women in society. 

In a day when women were considered second-class, Jesus shattered prejudices and elevated the status of women to unprecedented heights. That value equalization continued with His apostles.  In this podcast, we will explore what Jesus says about women and their role in His ministry.  Listen in about how women help changed the world.

Welcome to the podcast on Personal Evangelism with Dr. Jerry Root’s teaching. In today's episode, we will delve into the importance of putting our faith into action and sharing the good news of Christ with others. 

Our scripture for today is Philemon 6, which reminds us of the generosity that comes from our faith and the good things we have in Christ. Dr. Jerry Root emphasizes that the gift of evangelism is not reserved for a select few; it is for every believer. It is not a skill to be learned, but rather a natural outpouring of our faith.

Today we'll be discussing the various ballot issues that will shape the future of our beloved city. Fort Collins voters will be faced with several crucial decisions when they head to the polls in 2023. In this episode, we'll break down the ballot issues that you need to know about. Let's dive right in.

September 11, 2021 was a horrific day that none of us will forget, at least those who were around then. The history of this tragedy can never be forgotten. What we did in our community was to pull together and do what we could for the moment.

In Christianity, we say, “in the name of Jesus” is a common practice used in prayer and spiritual activities. This phrase is not just a set of words, but a declaration of faith and dependence on Jesus’s power and authority. In this podcast, we will explore why we are taught to say “in the name of Jesus” and the power it holds. Listen in for a deeper dive.

Embracing the concept of dying to ourselves may seem challenging, but it is through this surrender that we truly find life. It is in dying to our own desires that we discover the abundant life that Jesus promises.

Let us reflect on the call to die to ourselves and embrace God's plan. May we strive to set our minds on the things of God, surrendering our own will and desires. In doing so, we will experience the transformative power of God's love and find true life in Christ. Listen in for a deeper conversation.

Welcome to today's episode of "Understanding God's Plan." In our reading from Romans 11:1-10, we delve into the concept of the remnant and the hardened. We will explore the profound insights shared by the apostle Paul and the significance of these teachings in our lives today.

The passage highlights how the hardened individuals are deaf and blind to the Gospel, while the remnant represents those who faithfully follow God. We see this pattern throughout history, as even revered figures like Moses, Elijah, and Isaiah were sometimes received well and other times not so well by the people of Israel. Listen in to a deeper dive of conversation today.

Throughout Jesus' ministry, he encounters many people who are possessed by demons. In this podcast, we will explore what Jesus does about the demons. Jesus has the power and authority to cast out demons and heal those who were possessed. Notice that Jesus casts out demons throughout the Bible by merely using His words.  The spoken word is powerful .  Mark 11 says that if we just “say” to this mountain, be removed, it will happen.  Speaking the Word is a tool we often forget about. Listen in today for more take-a-ways. This podcast is from my book, "The Teachings of Jesus."

Jesus asks His disciples who people say He is. Peter, speaking on behalf of the disciples, declares Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the living God. This confession holds great significance, as it forms the foundation of our faith. Jesus assures Peter that upon this confession, He will build His church, and the gates of hell will not prevail against it. Listen in for more insight to the stairway.