Myanmar is a country located to the west of Thailand in Southeast Asia. It was formerly called Burma. Conditions are extremely difficult there with people in serious poverty. The country for many years, was ruled by a military junta, and while rich in food, the people were deprived because of the government, and some were starving. Today we talk with a pastor who ministers to a small church in Ohio. This pastor and his wife have 8 children and they extend their love for children to the virtually fatherless children in Myanmar. They help the children at the Rakhine Orphanage Center. For more information about this important effort please visit: www.missiontomyanmar.com;

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Foundation Church

11724 Ballah Road

Orient, Ohio 43146;

Participants: Pastor Mark Robinette, Dan Elmendorf

The New York Times has been running a series in their opinion pages entitled: "Red Century - Exploring the history and legacy of Communism, 100 years after the Russian Revolution." These articles seem to read like an attempt to rehabilitate socialism. That prompted our guest to want to talk about Socialism - it's dream and reality. What have we observed in the real world, as Socialism is implemented? What would the words of Jesus have us think in terms of personal responsibility, and do His words provide any mandate for the state? How about the Moral Law of God as contained in the 10 Commandments? Do they speak to the socialistic state? We close looking at the failed real life test case of Venezuela. Reference is made to Charles Hodge and the 8th commandment - here is that original quotation: "This commandment forbids all violations of the rights of property. The right of property in an object is the right to its exclusive possession and use. The foundation of the right of property is the will of God. By this is meant, (1.) That God has so constituted man that he desires and needs this right of the exclusive possession and use of certain things. (2.) Having made man a social being, He has made the right of property essential to the healthful development of human society. (3.) He has implanted a sense of justice in the nature of man, which condemns as morally wrong everything inconsistent with the right in question. (4.) He has declared in his Word that any and every violation of this right is sinful. This doctrine of the divine right of property is the only security for the individual or for society. If it be made to rest on any other foundation, it is insecure and unstable. It is only by making property sacred, guarded by the fiery sword of divine justice, that it can be safe from the dangers to which it is everywhere and always exposed."

Our guest today is Professor of Economics at Grove City College. Participants: Dr. Shawn Ritenour, Dan Elmendorf

What is the advantage of creeds and confessions in the Christian church? Why isn't this statement sufficient?: "No Creed by Christ, No law but love?" Find out more as we discuss this critical subject that affects the health and well being of Christ's church. Participants: Dr. Carl Trueman, Dan Elmendorf

This interview was recorded three days ago. Since the recording, Charlie Gard has died. Charlie Gard was an infant in England who suffered from Mitochondrial DNA Depletion Syndrome, a rare and typically fatal genetic disorder. Charlie's parents wanted their child to go to the United States for experimental treatment. They had been fighting for their child since March of this year, when the prospects of Charlie living, were better. The Nationalized Healthcare system in England decided that he could not come to the US for treatment. The parents had no say whatsoever.

We grieve for these parents, and wish that their loss was not connected with a state run health care system. We truly grieve for them and wish this never happened. We don't want to conveniently use this story in a crass way to make a point against nationalized healthcare - so please know that we are truly saddened by this loss. Nevertheless, had it not been for a universal health system, these parents would have had the choice of choosing care for their child, rather than being forced to wait until it was too late.

One of our friends in New Jersey made this observation: "This is the result of government-run, socialized medicine: if the State is paying the bill, it can call the shots. Why wouldn't the hospital release him for the experimental treatment? Didn't fall within the State-mandated "system." Why wasn't the baby released to the parents but could only go to a hospice? The all-powerful State, paying medical bills, didn't trust the parents to take care of their own child, and feared they'd "go outside" the State-mandated medical "system." Socialism, supposedly the best for everybody, is really tyranny, mindful only of what's "best" for the State." Amen to that.

Today, our guest is Assistant Professor of Business at Grove City College. Participants: Richard Kocur, Dan Elmendorf

How much do you know about North and South Korea? Are they still at war, formally? What about the demilitarized zone - did you know that Communist propaganda is still blared via loudspeakers from North to the South? Similar efforts are used by the South to broadcast news, and freedom messages to the North. Learn about the tunnels that the Communists have created - they are amazing! Listen to what the intent of these tunnels really were. Our guest is Professor of English and Writing Program Director at Grove City College. Participants: Dr. David Hogsette, Dan Elmendorf

Soon will be the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.Today we look at what is meant by the phrase "sola scriptura." Was this issue in play prior to the Reformation? Does this doctrine do away with all creeds and confessions? How did the main reformers understand it? It is good to figure out if what has been handed down to us in the form of traditions, is faithful or not. What about the practice of parsing the biblical record into dispensations? Is it OK to love the Old Testament and appreciate how the whole Bible fits together? Are there guidelines about how to handle the Old Testament? Can the New Testament really be understood without a deep understanding of the Old Testament? Is there a narrative backbone that stretches through the Old and New Testaments? How should we read the Bible? Participants: Dr. Keith Mathison, Dan Elmendorf

What is one of the oldest heresies in the world? Gnosticism denies the centrality of matter. Our Lord Jesus came in the flesh and Gnosticism denies the incarnation.They say we are a spark trapped in a body and our goal is to break free from our bodies, etc. This heresy has always shadowed the church and denies the importance of the sacraments of the church. Gnostic-influenced churches tend to be very informal and deny the importance of the doctrinal foundations of the church. Gnosticism has become the religion of atheists. We see Gnosticism playing out in the violent demonstrations by the left in our society right now. A book is mentioned, and here is the link: https://www.amazon.com/Gnostic-America-Contemporary-according-Christianitys/dp/0692260498 Participants: Peter Burfeind, Dan Elmendorf

What is the foundation of freedom for any country and in particular, for America at its founding? Today we talk with founding director of Frontline Fellowship, located in Cape Town, South Africa. He talks about some of the sentiments to which the founding fathers held. He also shares extended stories of God's amazing work in this world. Often we see persecution and it is easy to lose sight of the fact of the spread of the gospel in many lands. Of particular interest is Russia, Ukraine, and Romania. We should be encouraged that long term, Christ is winning His people to Himself. Participants: Dr. Peter Hammond, Dan Elmendorf

What happens when you are immersed in the Lord's presence and personally experience your union with Christ? Today we talk with a seasoned pastor, age 90. He labored, leading his flocks for many years. He and his wife (now passed), would often have people join them for dinner and share the love of Christ with them. He found that the Lord would simply lead the right people to him and then he obediently would use that as an opportunity to show true Christian love. He talks about his sons who are grown and walking with the Lord in diverse venues. He also touches upon the time with his wife as she neared death's door, and how the Lord eased his outside ministry work so that he could fully minister to her at a crucial time. Here is the link to the book referenced at the end of our interview: http://www.crownandcovenant.com/product_p/lv095.htm

Participants: Rev. Ken Smith, Dan Elmendorf

Today we interview the author of the book: "A Pope and a President: John Paul II, Ronald Reagan, and the Extraordinary Untold Story of the 20th Century." We learn what was behind the assassination attempt on John Paul II. John Paul II was friends with Ronald Reagan. Did these men communicate on key occasions? Find out what view these men shared. We talk about the "almost" invasion of Poland during the time. Participants: Dr. Paul Kengor, Dan Elmendorf