Podcast - The Greg Lancaster Show, Live from the Glory Zone.

EPIC Pools Vs. The Poor and Needy of the World- Seeking a Biblical Perspective and Responsibility for Possessing Wealth

John, Pat and Steve share how John had a recent time with his boys as they came across a TV program that highlighted the imaginative creations and the significant amount of money it took to bring about such creations, in one’s own backyard. All these abilities, all these resources, can cause you to think: only in America. America truly is a blessed land when someone can spend millions of dollars on water slides and pools. How does all of this add up in eternity? The Bible gives a timely perspective of how we should view such prosperity and blessings: From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked. –Luke 12:48

With great wealth comes great responsibility. If you were given millions of dollars, what would it go toward? Reportedly, 80% of the world lives on less than $10 a day. When we give, that is when we will truly be blessed. Find out a perspective of such wealth, how God sees such wealth, and so much more. Also shared in this segment: fingers, hearts, eternity, the poor, UNICEF, tram systems, and compassion.

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Steve, John, and Pat discuss how amidst the abundance of entertainment in today’s society, there are few people that are fulfilled. Like a sugar rush, entertainment only lasts for a short time. Entertainment fuels the flesh, while joy fuels the soul. When we remember the finished work of the Cross and what Jesus Christ did for us, it causes rejoicing. Leonard Ravenhill said: “entertainment is the devil’s substitute for joy”. The more we understand the joy of the finished work of the cross, the more the entertainment of the world fades away. Amidst the increasing darkness and evil in the world, don’t get discouraged; rejoice in who Jesus is and what He has done for you. Find out the perspective that will give you lasting peace and fulfillment, and so much more. Also shared in this segment: Pharisees, cancelling debt, forgiveness, and salvation.

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Coming to Store Near You a Digital Assistant on your Smart Phone that Knows the Answer Before You ask the Question: Really?

John, Pat and Steve share the attention raising news of soon to be released technology, Microsoft’s Cortana. In direct competition to Apple’s Siri, Cortana aims to fill the place of a human personal assistant, just more personable. In order to best develop this technology, Microsoft interviewed actual personal assistants to get a better understanding of what exactly they do. What they found out will actually surprise you. When is increasing technology too much technology? When is it enough? As the church, we must not submit to technology; technology must submit to us. It is moments like this, that reinforces nothing beats a physical Bible, a journal, and a pen. Find out how technology is significantly advancing and how hearing and knowing the voice of the Lord is still paramount. Also shared in this segment: technology, Siri, Cortana, and abiding.

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First the Saturday People then the Sunday People: Rabbi from Brooklynn Shot and Killed walking to the Synagogue

John, Pat and Steve share the heartbreaking news of a Brooklyn, NY Rabbi that was murdered in Miami Dade. 60year old Rabbi Joseph Raksin was visiting Miami to see his daughter and grandchild. It is important to remember, tragedies such as these are happening first to “the Saturday people”- the Jews, and then “the Sunday people”- the Christians. We cannot be lulled to sleep by entertainment. Doing so, we will fail to have compassion about such truths. Find out how locals to Miami Dade are responding, and so much more. Also shared in this segment: Miami-Dade Police Department, temple, The Anti-Defamation League of Florida, and prayer.

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ISIS Torturing Christians: Iraqi’s and Christians Seeking Refuge on Sinjar Mountain :We MUST Not Remain Silent

John, Pat, and Steve continue to discuss the persecution that Iraqi Christians are undergoing in the Northern region of Iraq. After fleeing the terrorist acts of ISIS, thousands are fleeing and finding safety in the Sinjar Mountains, amidst the Iraqi August sun. People are dying simply of dehydration with no ability to leave the mountainside for fear of the ISIS presence below. Amidst these tragedies, ISIS celebrates their takeover of a nearby dam that controls water sources that stretch all the way to Mosul. How did we arrive at such tragedies? We didn’t just get here. The church must not remain silent. It is these critical hours that we must remain vigilant and be global Christians crying out against tragedies like this that are happening against the body of Christ. Find more of the events in the Middle East, how to respond, and so much more. Also shared in this segment: ISIS, persecution, humanitarian aid, and prayer.

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11 Things You Need to Know About Hamas; The Centre for Israel & Jewish Affairs

In this discussion, John, Pat and Steve share some staggering realities regarding the terrorist organization, Hamas that many may not be aware of. Some may not realize, since 2002 Hamas has been listed as a terrorist entity, in CANADA. The Prime Minister of Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh, mourned the death of Osama Bin Laden. Hamas is devoted to the killing of Jews and rejects peace. As the church, we must pray for Israel; we must stand with Israel. Increase your understanding of this gross evil that is bent on destroying Israel, and so much more. Also shared in this segment: terrorism, Hamas, jihad, Palestinian Society, and prayer.

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Wedges being Driven into America We must not let them Divide Us

Greg, Pat and John talk about so many of the recent realities that are taking place within America. It appears that every topic imaginable is being separated from itself, like a wedge is being drawn down through the core of America. Whether its education, its government, marriage, healthcare, Israel, birth control, or the church, it is being divided against itself. Jesus addressed this reality with his own words when He said:

“Every kingdom divided against itself will be ruined, and every city or household divided against itself will not stand. -Matthew 12:25

When we see such division of ideas and realities happening in America, we, the people, the church, must become united as a people, pledge allegiance to the Constitution, and turn our faces to God in repentance, “DEAR GOD REMOVE THESE WEDGES!” Find out what is taking place in America, more details of how the church can respond, and so much more. Also shared in this segment: Maps, Texas, shrink-wrap, education, family, government, the church, values, and repentance.

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Greg, Pat and John share a brief video of an interchange between a truck driver and a U.S. Border Agent. Reportedly, border agents are unable to share the details of what is happening on the borders. America is a land of laws, by the people and for the people. Get an impactful perspective about what is happening; what this could possible mean for America, how the church can respond, and so much more. Also share in this segment: Border Patrol, Governor Rick Perry, and Sean Hannity, sheriffs, police officers, the Constitution, and The Titanic.

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Greg, Pat and John have a brief discussion that brings significant clarity to the realities of Israel involving the Middle East. Book after book expresses the complication of the Middle Eastern Conflict. In reality, with one simple reality, one can see clearly the cause of so much turmoil and how with one decision there would be peace in the Middle East. Prager University brings amazing insight to what is happening regarding Israel. Enjoy this segment as you learn more of the history behind what is presently occurring in the Middle East, how to bring peace to the Middle East, and so much more. Also shared in this segment: Israel, Gaza, The West Bank, Egypt, 1947, 1967, Hamas, and prayer.

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Everything Else Abortion Cost us that is Often Overlooked

John, Greg, and Pat share a deeper issue regarding the reality of abortion. Since 1973, the murder of innocent children, abortion, was made legal. Over 55 million children have been aborted and lives have been lost. Often times the immediate effects are solely looked at, the fallout of loss in someone’s life or family. What is forgotten is how society would have benefited from another 55 million people being born. These are doctors, scientists, and teachers that would have never been born. In addition to this, there are the children that these 55 million plus would have had. What you find out is effected will surprise you. Find out the connections of these choices, how the church can respond, and so much more. Also shared in the segment: the cure for cancer, poverty, narcissism, and repentance.

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