Today we talk with A Christian lady who was abused by her church-going father. She has written a book called Not Forsaken - A Story of Life After Abuse. After going through domestic violence, sexual abuse, and psychological abuse, she is still a Christian today. Her life is a testimony to the grace of God and is no small miracle that she made it through. She shares with us some helpful perspectives on how to deal with a father who was just plain evil. But how did she handle forgiveness? What did she learn about the process of forgiving? Her story is one of restoration - God helps this very hurt woman to find a godly husband. Now they have a daughter. Once married, she saw the contrast between what a godly man looks like and what her dad was like. Mind you, this dad was active in his church, and they had what on the outside, looked like a Christian home. But he lived a total lie. Our guest shares advice with those who are going through the nightmare of domestic abuse. Also, for elders, here is some good advice as you work through how to handle one of these cases in your own church. You can find her website and order this important book at: jennifergreenberg.net . You may also order her book on Amazon. Participants: Jennifer Michelle Greenberg, Dan Elmendorf

Today's discussion is based on a paper that appeared on https://docsandlin.com/2020/04/12/coronavirus-and-culture/. The title is "Coronavirus and Culture." Some questions are: How has the Coronavirus become a cultural phenomenon? How has Coronavirus already changed our culture? Will the consequences of the sociopolitical responses to Coronavirus permanently find their way into our culture? We talk about this paper and the author joins us today to review this paper and also make some observations on how people are acting and the virtue signaling that is occurring. We talk about the three spheres of family, church and state. We discuss the responsibility of churches to not only preach, but to speak the word of God to the civil magistrate, informing him or her of God's will. The church holds the keys and has a unique role of preaching the word, and administering the sacraments. By contrast, the state bears the sword. Participants: Dr. P. Andrew Sandlin, Dan Elmendorf

What's the COVID lockdown like in South Africa right now? What's been going on for the past 40 days? Has the lockdown been mild or overreaching? Have people died in the process? Beyond that, getting down to the actual ministry, do missionary endeavors need to end because of the COVID restrictions? Today we look at one ministry and what God is doing as He works in people's hearts as the Holy Spirit uses His word. The advance of the gospel of Jesus Christ in Africa is nothing less than miraculous. God is bringing many people to Himself. Our guest expects to see Africa increasingly Christianized over time. Here is a link to more information: https://www.frontlinemissionsa.org/prayer--praise-updates/responding-to-ramadan-with-digital-evangelism

Also: www.FrontlineMissionSA.org

Participants: Dr. Peter Hammond, Dan Elmendorf

Why did the Chinese Communist Party purchase an immense supply of personal protection equipment in the January to February time frame of this year? Why did the Communists refuse to sell masks specifically to an American teacher in China? When the virus was first known about in December 2019, why did the government of China not let the truth be known to other countries at the height of the contagion? Why did China order 1 Million body bags? Why were the social media postings squashed by the Communists? Why were the COVID-19 numbers "cooked?" Today we talk with a media expert on China. She grew up in Wuhan and understands the culture. She came to the United States on full scholarship to earn her PhD in physics. She has witnessed the Communist oppression and deception. We learn that the Communists lie to their own people, and they do so on a regular basis. Shockingly, there are similarities between their tactics and the corresponding political operatives in our own nation of the United States. Sometimes they are called "Democratic Socialists" here. Why would the truly free people in America want so badly to cover for the Communists, and further to clone their Socialist system? Its astonishingly mind boggling. Join us for an insightful discussion. Participants: Dr. Dana Cheng, Dan Elmendorf

You are locked down in your house. Schools are shut down, and kids are home. So... what are you doing about their education? At the same time, you have been frustrated with the local school district being consumed with moral messaging that is against what you teach in your family. You normally go to church, and your kids faithfully attend with you. You learn about how to live a righteous life, but then you are "forced" to live two lives when you send your kids to that school bus and when they finally get home, they are programmed to sound like CNN and the local gang down the street. Yes, this is hyperbolic, but you get what we mean. What if... what if, you used this lock down as an opportunity to embrace once and for all, homeschooling? Many Christian families have done it, and their kids are thriving. You know that people have been lying to you about the supposed lack of "socialization," but you didn't think you can sustain doing home schooling. How would you access good material remotely? What about getting help for the higher grades? But now, guess what? All the interaction with educators has switched over to online in a matter of weeks! And it works! Better yet, with homeschooling, you get to choose the curriculum that is consistent with the Historic Christian faith! The necessary basics are always part of the plan - the stuff that's needed for a high school equivalency exam. Its great. You have heard the many stories of homeschoolers excelling once they get to university. Some get in to a community college early, save tons of money then transfer. That keeps the cost down. Some don't want college, because they learned all the skills they need by apprenticeship, and now they are living debt-free getting paid very well doing work that they love, and are part way through paying their mortgage on their house. We don't know how else to put it. This is your time. Go for it! Our guest is Dr. Steve Turley, of turleytalks.com . He also has a YouTube channel - check him out, order a book or two and start a journey that you will be delighted with. And, in the process, you likely will save your kids from emotionally and spiritually-scarred lives. Take charge, and by God's enabling, you can do it. Participants: Dr. Steve Turley, Dan Elmendorf

We are in the midst of a pandemic. All non-essential businesses and services are shut down. We've never quite been through something like this, at least in our lifetimes. Besides the huge concern of physical safety and taking steps to help minimize the risk of catching this novel coronavirus (COVID-19), we face a large, looming financial crisis for our entire country. Today we talk with a professor of economics who teaches at Grove City College, and writes for mises.org. Further, his writings have appeared in The Institute for Faith Freedom: https://www.faithandfreedom.com/. Our guest first reviews the foundations of a Free Market system. What characterizes it? Is it regulated and if so, how and by whom? Next we discuss some ripple effects of this shutdown. Participants: Dr. Shawn Ritenour, Dan Elmendorf

What is the place that the resurrection has in the New Testament? Does Christianity hold together without the resurrection? What proof do the Gospels offer for the resurrection? Does the Old Testament teach the doctrine of the resurrection? What does the resurrection mean for the believer? Participants: Dr. John Vance, Dan Elmendorf

We review the events surrounding the triumphal entry of our Lord Jesus into Jerusalem. We talk about his choosing a young donkey and the symbolism of a king coming in peace. There is a special emphasis that is given to the children and how we too, should fold in the children in public celebration on Palm Sunday. We also discuss the end of our days and how we need to keep short accounts with others. We are to look for our Heavenly home and know with calm assurance that to be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord. Participants: Dr. Liam Goligher, Dan Elmendorf

The Coronavirus precautions have forced churches to do more things online. Many of us are worshiping in our homes, gathered around a computer with our pastor streaming online. How are you and your church coping? Today we talk with the Senior Pastor of a church on Long Island, located within Nassau county. Nassau being so close to New York City, has lots of cases of COVID-19, as of this writing, nearing 4700 cases. So, how do we handle this? Having a remote worship service is not ideal, but many Christians have been able to benefit from it, during this time of lockdown. Our guest has been using technology to the benefit of the flock, including Facebook and Zoom. We talk about how God is working, and that He is really doing something - during a normally disruptive and unpleasant time. For more information on Trinity Church, we invite you to visit their website here: https://www.trinitychurchlongisland.com/ Also to visit their facebook page to join them for Sunday worship, that is here: https://www.facebook.com/TrinityChurchLongIsland/

On Sunday, they will be streaming live. Participants: Rev. Ben Miller, Dan Elmendorf

The Coronavirus Pandemic has taken up the news and is affecting our country profoundly. Many people are out of work now, restaurants closed, many churches closed. Economically, the repercussions are very significant. Our guest today counsels us from God's word. He is a pastor with many years of experience. He shares with us what he did when some years ago, he experienced Afib attacks with his heart. There are some similarities with our anxieties with the COVID-19 situation. We talk about loved ones who are in the service industry and are liable to exposure. How does a mother handle this? Deb joins us with her perspective too. Our discussion also covers a bit later, the fact that the Chinese Communists covered up this virus in its early stages, when if they had only come forward earlier, that such transparency would have saved many lives. Participants: Dr. John Vance, Deb Elmendorf, Dan Elmendorf