Talks For Christ

Pacific Justice Institute Staff Attorney Emily Cook joins us to discuss Pacific Justice Institute's concerns over a proposed amendment to Dallas' special-events ordinance. Could a religious display on private property potentially become subject to government requirements because it attracts crowds or creates traffic concerns? Emily explains why PJI believes clear and objective standards are essential, how legitimate public-safety needs can be addressed without unnecessarily burdening protected expression, and what Christian families, churches, and ministries can learn from this developing Dallas issue.

Joe and Tara Meyers founded "World Share" after their international travels revealed both tremendous need and a shortage of simple opportunities for families to serve together. Today, World Share partners with local churches around the world to provide Gospel-centered Vacation Bible School programs that introduce children to Jesus and connect families with local congregations. Discover how Joe and Tara moved from corporate careers into ministry and why they believe serving Christ can become part of everyday family life.

Tim Johnson, organizer of the FORTIFY Apologetics Conference and Chapter Director for Ratio Christi at Tarrant County College's South Campus, joins us to discuss apologetics, Biblical truth, and what it means to be created in the image of God. Centered on the conference theme “In His Image,” this conversation explores human identity, dignity, purpose, evangelism, and why Christians should understand not only what they believe but why they believe it. Discover how apologetics can help believers address difficult questions with confidence and grace while keeping Jesus Christ and the Gospel at the center.

Steve Austell and Dr. B. Waites Austell join us for a conversation about faith, creativity, and trusting Jesus when the outcome is still unfolding. Dr. B shares the story behind "Catching Faith: Listening to Jesus" and its connection to John 21. We also explore "The Case of the Missing Cookie Puzzle", the "first Sleuth Steve Mystery," loosely inspired by her husband. Together, they discuss marriage, Christian creativity, obedience, breakthrough, and learning to keep casting the net where Jesus directs.

Emerson Collins, Program Manager for Bring Your Bible to School Day and the Live It Challenge at Focus on the Family, joins us to discuss the October 1, 2026 event and its larger spiritual purpose. We explore why openly expressing Christian faith can require courage, how parents can prepare young people to stand for their beliefs, religious freedom for students, and the Live It Challenge. Most importantly, Emerson shares how students can move beyond carrying a Bible for one day toward living God’s Word throughout the year.

Pastor Tom Donovan joins us to share an important new development at LordsBook: a completely redesigned desktop platform. Discover why LordsBook is expanding beyond mobile, what users can expect from the new desktop experience, and how desktop and mobile will work together. Tom also discusses opportunities for churches, ministries, Christian organizations, and individual believers while exploring the greater purpose behind the technology—building Christian community, encouraging others, and keeping Jesus Christ at the center.

Having a website does not necessarily mean you have an effective web presence. Tom Donovan, founder of Him First Media Group, explores the four pillars of an effective web presence and how websites, SEO, social media, maintenance, and other digital tools can work together. He also discusses how organizations can establish priorities without becoming overwhelmed by changing technology. For Christian leaders, the conversation goes deeper: pursue digital excellence while keeping Christ, people, stewardship, and the God-given mission at the center. Ep-2

Christian singer-songwriter Eddy Mann joins Dr. Oliver to discuss “We Are,” his jazz-influenced worship song inspired by Revelation 4:8b and 4:11. Eddy shares how the song emerged during a quiet devotional moment and unexpectedly found its home in a 5/4 rhythm. Beyond the music is a deeper message about worship, identity, unity, and purpose. Discover what changes when God becomes the center and believers move beyond a culture focused on “me” to rediscover the Biblical importance of “we.” You will want to stay with us all the way to the end as Eddy has given permission for us to share with you his new song: "We Are". You will be blessed.

Dr. Barney Maddox, retired physician and author of "Darwin’s Big Lie: Sophistry Gone Wild", shares his journey from atheism to faith in Jesus Christ and later from accepting evolution to becoming a creationist. Dr. Maddox discusses what he calls “Darwin’s Big Lie,” along with DNA, genetics, mutations, origins, and Genesis 1–11. Discover why he believes Christians should thoughtfully examine evolutionary claims and how studying creation has strengthened his confidence in God, Scripture, and Jesus Christ.

More than 35 years after communism’s collapse, a new generation of Christians is emerging across former Soviet nations. Pastor Eric Mock of Slavic Gospel Association shares how local evangelical churches are training young pastors, reaching children and teenagers, and serving families facing extraordinary hardship. Hear the remarkable story of Alexander, an abandoned child who became a youth leader. You will be blessed to learn what God is doing in other parts of the world through SGA.