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NCS Bergen CountyNCS Bergen CountyNCS Bergen County Presents Kelvin J. CochranKelvin J. Cochran serves as senior fellow and vice president at Alliance Defending Freedom. In this role, he oversees the spiritual care of ADF team members, speaks at ADF events and conferences, and assists the ADF Church and Ministry Alliance by expanding alliances with pastors and minority faith communities. Cochran dedicated over 30 years of his life to fighting fires and protecting the communities in which he’s lived and worked. After being born into extreme poverty in Shreveport, Louisiana, he worked his way up the ranks and became Shreveport’s fire chief in 1999, where he served until he was appointed fire...2025-05-0635 minAACS TodayAACS TodayAre there Peach Trees in Georgia?The annual LEAD Conference was recently held in Peachtree City, GA, and in this episode, Jamison and Matt share some of the biggest takeaways from the leadership sessions and discussion. Dr. Kelvin Cochran, former City of Atlanta Fire Chief, led two of the leadership sessions, and Alliance Defending Freedom's Senior Counsel, Greg Baylor, spoke in the final session. Be sure to listen in as Jamison and Matt provide encouragement from their time in Georgia.  2025-02-1024 minImpact 360 InstituteImpact 360 InstituteCourage and Grace to Stand When We Suffer with Kelvin CochranWhat does it look like to have courage to stand through suffering? What biblical principles can we apply to our lives? How do we order our lives to cultivate a life of courage that will stand in the day of suffering? In this powerful story from former fire chief Kelvin Cochran who was fired for his biblical convictions, you will be inspired and encouraged to stand strong no matter what is going on in your life. In this practical interview, Jonathan Morrow and Kelvin Cochran discuss 5 lessons that help you in times of suffering.About Kelvin Cochran 2025-01-0717 minWhat\'s The Truth?What's The Truth?Episode 2: Dealing With Shame, Discrimination, and Religious Persecution with Kelvin Cochran From a fatherless childhood to former President Obama's National Fire Administrator, listen to how Kelvin Cochran overcame poverty, racial discrimination, and workplace religious persecution. Tune in to learn:- How we can overcome self-shame and societal shame as Christians- How to have hope in hopeless situations- How to stand strong through racial and/or religious discrimination- How to practice daily spiritual disciplinesCheck out these resources from Kelvin Cochran- Books - Kelvin Cochran...2024-11-1239 minP³ with Preston PooreP³ with Preston PooreCourageous Leadership | with Kelvin CochranSend us a textIn this episode of P³ (P-cubed) with Preston Poore, former U.S. Fire Administrator and Atlanta Fire Department Chief Kelvin Cochran discusses his experiences in public service and the national controversy that led to his termination. Cochran also shares insights on leadership, the importance of aligning personal values with professional roles, and how his faith sustained him during challenging times. From his early career to his work with Alliance Defending Freedom, Cochran's story is one of courage, resilience, and advocacy for religious liberty.00:00 Intro00:20 Meet Kelvin Cochran: A Journey of F...2024-11-0540 minCURE AmericaCURE AmericaThe Kelvin J. Cochran StoryJoin us on a special episode of "CURE America with Star Parker" as we shines a spotlight on the incredible life of Kelvin J. Cochran at the 2023 CURE National Policy Summit. From his early days in the Shreveport Fire Department to becoming the first African-American fire chief of Shreveport, Cochran's journey takes center stage. This exclusive TV special delves into the recognition bestowed upon Cochran by President Barack Obama, celebrating his appointment as the US Fire Administrator. However, the narrative takes an unexpected turn as we explore the events leading to Cochran's suspension and subsequent firing for...2023-11-1357 minLoving Liberty Radio NetworkLoving Liberty Radio Network10-31-2023 Washington Watch Live with Tony Perkins Rich McCormick, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Georgia, provides an update from the war in Israel and calls for U.S. military support for Israel to remain separate from additional Ukraine spending. Rick Scott, U.S. Senator from Florida, responds to congressional testimony from FBI Director Christopher Wray saying that anti-Semitic threats throughout the U.S. have reached historic levels and addresses the Biden administration’s mishandling of the border crisis. Jim Roguski, member of the Law & Activism Committee at the World Council for Health, provides an update on the amendments to the World Health Organization’s Internat...2023-11-0154 minWashington WatchWashington WatchRich McCormick, Rick Scott, Jim Roguski, Kelvin CochranOn today’s program: Rich McCormick, U.S. Representative for the 6th District of Georgia, provides an update from the war in Israel and calls for U.S. military support for Israel to remain separate from additional Ukraine spending. Rick Scott, U.S. Senator from Florida, responds to congressional testimony from FBI Director Christopher Wray saying that anti-Semitic threats throughout the U.S. have reached historic levels and addresses the Biden administration’s mishandling of the border crisis. Jim Roguski, member of the Law & Activism Committee at the World Council for Health, provides an update on the amendments to the Worl...2023-10-3154 minThe Leadership Crucible PodcastThe Leadership Crucible PodcastEPISODE 032: DR. KELVIN COCHRAN | ALLIANCE DEFENDING FREEDOMFor more resources, visit: theleadershipcruciblefoundation.orgTo watch the video podcast on Youtube, click here.To download the Team Discussion Guide, click here.In a world where adversity can often hinder progress, one man's journey defied all odds. Dr. Kelvin Cochran's story is a testament to the power of staying true to one's core values in leadership. From facing discrimination to becoming the fire chief of the very department that once held him back, Kelvin's resilience is awe-inspiring. But little did he know, his path would take an unexpected twist that would challenge his unwavering commitment...2023-09-2538 minThe Joy of LeadershipThe Joy of LeadershipEp. 18 - Faith Through the Fire (Kelvin Cochran)In episode 18 of The Joy of Leadership Podcast, Dr. James Taylor sits down with Kelvin Cochran, the former Fire Chief for the City of Atlanta. He shares about growing up in poverty, his path to becoming a firefighter, and how his faith led him through adversity. He now holds the position of senior vice president of human resources and faith initiatives at Alliance Defending Freedom, the same law firm that defended him in his case against the city of Atlanta after being fired for expressing his Christian beliefs.Ep. 18 Breakdown(0:00) Introduction(1:04) Growing up...2023-03-2953 minHighest Potential with Steve PettitHighest Potential with Steve PettitKelvin Cochran Joins Steve Pettit to Discuss His Work With Alliance Defending FreedomIn 1981, Cochran began his career as a firefighter with the Shreveport Fire Department in Louisiana. After multiple promotions, he was appointed fire chief in 1999. In 2008, he was appointed fire chief of the City of Atlanta Fire Rescue Department. The following year, President Barack Obama appointed him United States Fire Administrator. Cochran was re-appointed by Mayor Kasim Reed as Fire Chief of the City of Atlanta in 2010. He later served for five years as Chief Operating Officer of Elizabeth Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia. In his personal capacity, Cochran wrote a book for a men’s Bi...2022-11-1622 minDennis Prager PodcastsDennis Prager PodcastsUber StarDennis met a conservative Uber driver yesterday. He came to Dennis’s speech and got a standing ovation when Dennis introduced him and told his story… The US is exporting bad ideas. Latest example: we’re financing drag shows in Ecuador… Dennis talks to Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel from 1996–1999 and 2009¬–2021. His new book is Bibi: My Story.  Marijuana use among young adults is skyrocketing as state after state legalizes its use. How could this be a good thing? Could there be a link between marijuana and the increase in depression and a lack of ambition among young people?... Den...2022-10-201h 20Stewarding Your InfluenceStewarding Your Influence"Viewpoint Diversity Score'” by Alliance Defending Freedom | Kelvin Cochran & Jeremy Tedesco | #217Businesses are increasingly feeling the pressure to change their corporate policies to appeal to greater diversity in their employees, customers and stakeholders. Only they don't realize that this new level of diversity isn't diversity, but is at great odds with the 1st Amendment and religious freedom. Listen as Partner, Kelvin Cochran and colleague, Jeremy Tedesco share about a new Alliance Defending Freedom initiative. It seeks to reinstill freedom and true diverse perspective into the business space, using "Viewpoint Diversity Score" to educate businesses where they currently rank on diversity. Kelvin's bio. Jeremy's bio. PinnacleForum.com Sh...2022-10-0447 minIntersection PodcastIntersection PodcastIntersection Podcast - 2022 Vol. 21Melanie Redd, Scott Box, Kelvin Cochran, Rebecca Lynn and Adam Davis2022-06-0300 minTruth Changes EverythingTruth Changes EverythingKelvin J. CochranAfter serving as the U.S. Fire Administrator for the United States Fire Administration, the highest office in the profession, Chief Kelvin J. Cochran got fired for writing a Bible study book including traditional Christian sexual ethics. He now tells the story of his vindication with Alliance Defending Freedom. Chief Cochran’s story with Alliance Defending Freedom The Dr. Jeff Show on YouTube Summit Ministries  Summit Student Conferences Reflect: Christian worldview commentaries on popular movies and songs Summit Summer Match2022-05-2445 minTruth Changes EverythingTruth Changes EverythingKelvin J. CochranAfter serving as the U.S. Fire Administrator for the United States Fire Administration, the highest office in the profession, Chief Kelvin J. Cochran got fired for writing a Bible study book including traditional Christian sexual ethics. He now tells the story of his vindication with Alliance Defending Freedom. Chief Cochran’s story with Alliance Defending Freedom The Dr. Jeff Show on YouTube Summit Ministries  Summit Student Conferences Reflect: Christian worldview commentaries on popular movies and songs Summit Summer Match2022-05-2445 minEngaging TruthEngaging TruthFacing The FireDecades fighting other people’s fires prepared Kelvin Cochran to face his own fiery trial. His childhood dream of helping others, led to the top of firefighting’s professional ladder in Atlanta, Georgia. At one time nationally recognized as “America’s Fire Chief,” Kelvin unexpectedly found himself caught in a fireball of controversy over his orthodox Christian beliefs, for which he ultimately was fired by the city. Join host John Cain as we hear how Kelvin relied on his faith to bring him through.2022-03-1624 minThe CC Podcast: ConversationsThe CC Podcast: ConversationsKelvin Cochran - America's Fire ChiefLIVE from NRB 2022! Matt interviews Chief Kelvin Cochran. "America's Fire Chief", was the first African-American fire chief of his hometown of Shreveport, LA, and subsequently served as Administrator of the United States Fire Administration and then Fire Chief of the city of Atlanta. He has a compelling story of faith through adversity, and now works with the Alliance Defending Freedom.ADF Story on Chief Cochran: https://adflegal.org/client-story/kelvin-cochranChief Cochran's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Facing-Fire-Brought-Americas-Persecution/dp/1684511615For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast...2022-03-1047 minThe Innerfire PodcastThe Innerfire PodcastKelvin Cochran Talks About Standing on Your FaithKelvin Cochran is an author, speaker, former fire chief, and former US Fire Administrator. He made headlines in 2014 when he was fired as Atlanta's fire chief because of a Bible study he wrote in which he upheld principles of Biblical marriage and sexuality. He wrote a book about his experience called Facing the Fire. Today, he works for Alliance Defending Freedom, fighting for religious liberty in America.0:00 - Introduction1:16 - Kelvin Cochran’s story4:35 - What Kelvin is doing today6:06 - About the Generational Wins Prayer Initiative7:26 - Why people should get involved wi...2022-01-0328 minLoving Liberty Radio NetworkLoving Liberty Radio Network10-27-2021 Washington Watch Live with Tony PerkinsTom Cotton, U.S. Senator from Arkansas, shares what happened during Attorney General Merrick Garland’s testimony before Congress and talks about his bill to prevent schools from facilitating a student’s “gender transition” behind parents’ backs. Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator from Tennessee, discusses AG Garland’s testimony regarding the Department of Justice task force targeting parents and her new bill protecting essential workers from being fired for choosing not to get the COVID vaccine. Meg Kilgannon, FRC's Senior Fellow for Education Studies, gives an update on what’s happening in Loudoun County as parents come before the sch...2021-10-2854 minReaching For Real Life RadioReaching For Real Life Radio10/25/21 1336 - Facing the Fire - Chief Kelvin CochranSupport the show: https://reallife.org/give/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-10-2625 minReaching For Real Life RadioReaching For Real Life Radio10/24/21 1336 - Facing the Fire Chief Kelvin CochranSupport the show: https://reallife.org/give/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-10-2525 minUnlock A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Riveting.Unlock A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Riveting.Facing the Fire: The Faith That Brought America's Fire Chief Through the Flames of Persecution by Kelvin J. CochranPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/531876to listen full audiobooks. Title: Facing the Fire: The Faith That Brought America's Fire Chief Through the Flames of Persecution Author: Kelvin J. Cochran Narrator: L. T. Chavis Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 46 minutes Release date: October 12, 2021 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Kelvin Cochran overcame poverty, prejudice, and pain to fulfill a childhood dream of helping others, rising to the top of firefighting’s professional ladder in Atlanta, Georgia. At one time nationally recognized as “America’s fire chief,” Kelvin unexpectedly found himself caught in a fireball of controversy over his orthodox Christian beliefs, for which he...2021-10-126h 46Absorb The Most Unforgettable Full Audiobook Today!Absorb The Most Unforgettable Full Audiobook Today!Facing the Fire: The Faith That Brought America's Fire Chief Through the Flames of Persecution by Kelvin J. CochranPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/531876to listen full audiobooks. Title: Facing the Fire: The Faith That Brought America's Fire Chief Through the Flames of Persecution Author: Kelvin J. Cochran Narrator: L. T. Chavis Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 46 minutes Release date: October 12, 2021 Genres: Counseling & Inspirational Publisher's Summary: Kelvin Cochran overcame poverty, prejudice, and pain to fulfill a childhood dream of helping others, rising to the top of firefighting’s professional ladder in Atlanta, Georgia. At one time nationally recognized as “America’s fire chief,” Kelvin unexpectedly found himself caught in a fireball of controversy over his orthodox Christian beliefs, for whic...2021-10-126h 46Stream Popular Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsStream Popular Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsFacing the Fire: The Faith That Brought America's Fire Chief Through the Flames of Persecution by Kelvin J. CochranPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/531876 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Facing the Fire: The Faith That Brought America's Fire Chief Through the Flames of Persecution Author: Kelvin J. Cochran Narrator: L. T. Chavis Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 46 minutes Release date: October 12, 2021 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Kelvin Cochran overcame poverty, prejudice, and pain to fulfill a childhood dream of helping others, rising to the top of firefighting’s professional ladder in Atlanta, Georgia. At one time nationally recognized as “America’s fire chief,” Kelvin unexpectedly found himself caught in a fireball of controversy over his orthodox Christian beliefs, for whic...2021-10-1203 minIntersection PodcastIntersection PodcastIntersection Podcast - 2021 Vol. 39Kelvin Cochran, Michelle Medlock Adams, Dave O’Connell and Dara Lehner, JP DeGance and John Van Epp2021-10-0800 minROI’s Into the Corner Office Podcast: Powerhouse Middle Market CEOs Telling it Real—Unexpected Caree...ROI’s Into the Corner Office Podcast: Powerhouse Middle Market CEOs Telling it Real—Unexpected Caree...Kelvin Cochran, Senior Fellow & Vice President, Alliance Defending Freedom.Background: Shreveport, Louisiana native Kelvin J. Cochran, as a five-year-old boy, was spellbound by Shreveport Firefighters fighting a fire across the street from his house and dreamed that one day he would be a firefighter. Education: A proud student of Caddo Parish Public Schools, he graduated from Woodlawn High School (1978); Wiley College (1999) with a Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Management; Louisiana Tech University (2004) with a Master’s Degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology; a Doctorate in Interdisciplinary Leadership from Creighton University, and Honorary Doctorate in Christian Leadership from Ohio Christian University.  Employment History: His employment with the Shreveport Fire Department began in...2021-07-0642 minFaith and LawFaith and LawFostering Racial Unity: Listening and Learning from African American LeadersJames 1:19 teaches that we should be "quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry." As Christian policy advocates strive to honor God's heart for all of his creation, it is important to listen to the experiences of our Black brothers and sisters in Christ. After a year of racial unrest, we should lead by listening and learning. This forum will feature a conversation with African-American Christian leaders about how we can better reflect God's heart for ethnic diversity and foster racial unity among Christians, and make a positive impact on our nation. For additional r...2021-02-1247 minChurch Unfiltered with Dr. Anthony CobbsChurch Unfiltered with Dr. Anthony CobbsEpisode 30: Views from the Second Seat with Rev. Jewel London and Dr. Kelvin CochranWhether an Assistant or Executive Pastor, COO or VP, the second in charge at a church or business has a tremendous responsibility to be both leader and follower.On this episode of Church Unfiltered Podcast, I sat down with two of the most effective “seconds” in ministry. Rev. Jewel M London, the Pastoral Assistant at The Church Without Walls in Houston and Dr. Kelvin Cochran, Chief Operations Officer at Elizabeth Baptist Church in Atlanta. If you are in the second seat or aspire to be, or you are a pastor seeking the right kind of help...2020-10-251h 02NC Family\'s Family Policy MattersNC Family's Family Policy MattersThe Blessings of Sufferings (Part 2)This week on Family Policy Matters, we bring you Part 2 of an excerpt from an address given by former Atlanta fire chief Kelvin Cochran to NC Family’s Major Speakers Dinner in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on November 7, 2019.2019-12-0215 minNC Family\'s Family Policy MattersNC Family's Family Policy MattersThe Blessings of Sufferings (Part 2)This week on Family Policy Matters, we bring you Part 2 of an excerpt from an address given by former Atlanta fire chief Kelvin Cochran to NC Family’s Major Speakers Dinner in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on November 7, 2019.2019-12-0215 minNC Family\'s Family Policy MattersNC Family's Family Policy MattersThe Blessings of SufferingsThis week on Family Policy Matters, we bring you an excerpt from an address given by former Atlanta fire chief Kelvin Cochran to NC Family’s Major Speakers Dinner in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on November 7, 2019.2019-11-2515 minNC Family\'s Family Policy MattersNC Family's Family Policy MattersThe Blessings of Sufferings (Part 1)This week on Family Policy Matters, we bring you an excerpt from an address given by former Atlanta fire chief Kelvin Cochran to NC Family’s Major Speakers Dinner in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on November 7, 2019.2019-11-2515 minASCA PodcastASCA PodcastASCA Podcast #36 - Dr. Mark McKeanMark has a PhD in Sport Science and is an ASCA Master Coach. Mark is Head of Physical Performance in High Performance Sport at University of the Sunshine Coast Lead working specifically with USC Spartans High Performance Swimming and Sunshine Coast Lightning Netball teams. QUOTES “We have to make sure we build capacity in their strength to allow them the capacity to do the work they need to do” “Perhaps the biggest challenge working with Paralympic athletes is overcoming the history of people being overly protective with them” “One of the things I still like to do is make sure the athlet...2019-06-201h 30Stewarding Your InfluenceStewarding Your InfluenceA Landmark Victory for Our Religious Freedom | Kelvin Cochran | #50Kelvin Cochran, who was terminated from his position as the Atlanta Fire Chief in 2015, discusses the ramifications of his victory in court and what he learned about himself and the calling to servant-leadership during the nearly four-year ordeal he experienced. Kelvin Cochran's bio. PinnacleForum.com Show Notes: https://pinnacleforum.com/2019/03/ul-podcast-50/2019-03-1943 minFaith Radio MorningsFaith Radio MorningsTrees, the Bible, and churches | Chief Kelvin Cochran on Religious FreedomCarmen LaBerge discusses God's affection for trees, Biblical understanding, and the Orthodox Church schism. Then, David Cortman and Chief Kelvin Cochran talk about Chief Cochran's case of standing up for religious freedom.2018-10-1900 minBreakPointBreakPointBP This Week: Vindication for Kelvin Cochran and Religious Freedom This Week, John Stonestreet and Ed Stetzer discuss the $1.2 million dollar settlement in favor of the nation’s leading firefighter, Kelvin Cochran, who was accused of discrimination and fired by the city of Atlanta for writing a Christian book on his own time. Once again, the Alliance Defending Freedom played a role in this important religious freedom case. John and Ed also discuss the BBC’s Orwellian attempt to get employees to wear LGBT ally buttons, as well as the “complicated” relationship between evangelicals and President Trump. 2018-10-1900 minNew Covenant Christian Ministries PodcastNew Covenant Christian Ministries PodcastDivine Alignment, Intentional Faith, Life and LegacyMinister Kelvin J. Cochran, speaking at the 2018 Leadership Conference, gives a missive filled with keen insights and being properly aligned with God and order.2018-10-111h 00RealCUFRealCUFEP 117 Atlanta Fire Chief Kelvin Cochran Fired for Faithhttps://amzn.to/2HH769N Kelvin J. Cochran is an author, public speaker, former Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, and former Fire Chief of Atlanta Fire Department. Chief Kelvin Cochran got into trouble over a book he wrote on his own time for a small group that he led in his church. The book entitled “Who Told You That You Were Naked?” was directed at Christian men seeking to fulfill their biblical roles as “husbands, fathers, and community and business leaders.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGAPCQBVEM4&feature=youtu.be https://www.adflegal.org/2018-08-2227 minccdelco sermonsccdelco sermonsKelvin Cochran SS 2018Kelvin was an Atlanta Fire Chief that was fired due to his stance on Christian marriage. His message is grounded in faith and patriotism.2018-07-1137 minStewarding Your InfluenceStewarding Your InfluencePurpose, Calling, Destiny | Kelvin Cochran | #5Kelvin Cochran shows us the differences and the connections between purpose, calling and destiny, and how understanding these and applying that understanding are key to unlocking the leadership God has accorded to us. Kelvin's Bio. https://www.pinnacleforum.com  Show Notes: https://pinnacleforum.com/2018/04/ul-podcast-05/2018-04-2442 minToday InPerspective With Harry ReederToday InPerspective With Harry ReederReligious Freedom, Kelvin Cochran, For Such A Time As This2018-01-1509 minThe Texas Values ReportThe Texas Values ReportTVR122317 Kevin TheriotJust in time for Christmas, we have a gift for our listeners: Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Kevin Theiot joins host Jonathan Saenz to discuss legal victories on the religious freedom front, with a major update: the termination of Atlanta Fire Chief Kelvin Cochran was found unconstitutional, which is sure to have wide-reaching implications even here in Texas! Learn more in this week's exciting installment of "The Texas Values Report."2017-12-2226 minFirst Baptist Church Broken ArrowFirst Baptist Church Broken Arrow9/11/16 - Special 9/11 Service - Kelvin Cochran9/11/16 Special 9/11 Service - Kelvin Cochran by First Baptist Church Broken Arrow 2016-09-1045 minSecond Baptist ChurchSecond Baptist ChurchServe: Serving Your CommunityToday we hear from Chief Kelvin Cochran on serving the Lord and your community.2016-07-2546 minTalkGOP - Conservative Grass Roots Republican TalkTalkGOP - Conservative Grass Roots Republican TalkYou Will Be Made To Care – TalkGOP29Thus spoke Mordecai to his adopted daughter Esther, when he learned of a plot to kill all of the Jews in the Old Testament book of Esther. Mordecai worried that Esther, who was now queen, would feel she was immune to the coming persecution. There is a coming persecution to Christians in America. It has already started with the harassment of florists and bakers who refuse to compromise their beliefs to endorse same-sex marriages. Perhaps you, like Esther, feel like this will not concern you. But the progressive left will make it your concern, as explained by Erick Erickson and...2016-02-1739 minSermons – Pleasant Grove Baptist ChurchSermons – Pleasant Grove Baptist ChurchEmergency Services Sunday with Kelvin Cochran – Sept. 13, 2015Today’s sermon comes to us courtesy of former Atlanta Fire Chief Kelvin Cochran. Today’s message will not only challenge you but will also let you see a glimpse of the current world we live in.  Click on the link below to listen through our website, or click here to download the sermon through iTunes. As always, if you have a […]2015-09-1400 minEducate For Life with Kevin ConoverEducate For Life with Kevin Conover009 Fired for Faith – Jeremy TedescoIn this episode Kevin talks with Jeremy Tedesco, Esq., a senior legal council for Alliance Defending Freedom who is currently representing Kelvin Cochran.  In the United States of America in the 21st century, is it possible for a qualified individual to be fired from his job solely on the basis of his religious beliefs?  We would all like to think that the answer is no, but this seems to be exactly what happened to Kelvin Cochran, former fire chief of Atlanta, GA. After having achieved the highest possible position for a fireman in 2009 (US Fire Administrator), and being nam...2015-05-1853 minBaptist News GlobalBaptist News GlobalFired Atlanta fire chief sues cityBy Bob Allen Former Atlanta fire chief Kelvin Cochran has filed a federal lawsuit against the city claiming he was fired because of his religious beliefs. Cochran, a member and deacon at Southern Baptist-affiliated Elizabeth Baptist Church, was fired Jan....2015-02-2000 minCuerpo de Cristo PresentaCuerpo de Cristo PresentaLa Libertad de PalabraReceintemente, el jefe de los bomberos en la ciudad de Atlanta Kelvin Cochran fue despedido por el alcalde de Atlanta Kasim Reed.  Los apoyantes de Cochran mantienen que su despido fue una violación de sus derechos constitucionales.  Reed mantiene que Cochran no seguían las reglas en publicar un libro sin aprobación que contiene sus vistas (las de Cochran) hacía homosexuales.  En el programa de hoy, vamos a examinar en La Biblia Santa el concepto de la libertad de palabra.  ¿Verdaderamente nosotros tenemos esa libertad o tenemos esa libertad con condiciones?  ¿Nos da La Biblia Santa sugerencias sobre expre...2015-01-3100 minBurlison wussupBurlison wussupKelvin Cochran another idiot2015-01-1401 minZera Today with Dr. Lorenzo NealZera Today with Dr. Lorenzo NealPreacher punching and Fire Chief thumpingWelcome to another year of Zera Today with Pastor Lorenzo Neal. A video of a preacher bragging about bullying a youth during church has gone viral. Did his own words do more harm than help? Also Atlanta's mayor has terminated the fire chief Kelvin Cochran for a book the chief wrote denouncing homosexuality? Did the chief cross the lines of church and state separation? Is this a case of war against Christianity? Join in the discussion of this and more with Pastor Neal.2015-01-141h 04Zera Today with Dr. Lorenzo NealZera Today with Dr. Lorenzo NealPreacher punching and Fire Chief thumpingWelcome to another year of Zera Today with Pastor Lorenzo Neal. A video of a preacher bragging about bullying a youth during church has gone viral. Did his own words do more harm than help? Also Atlanta's mayor has terminated the fire chief Kelvin Cochran for a book the chief wrote denouncing homosexuality? Did the chief cross the lines of church and state separation? Is this a case of war against Christianity? Join in the discussion of this and more with Pastor Neal.2015-01-141h 04Bible News RadioBible News RadioFired for His Faith & Former VP of Exodus International Says He's Gay & BiThere are many heroes of the faith and then there are zeros, as Lori Grenier from Shark Tank would say.  Today we'll be discussing a genuine hero of the faith, Kelvin Cochran, who was literally fired for being a Christian and for writing a book, on his own spare time, that had about a page of information on the sinfulness of homosexuality.  Then we'll be talking about a big fat zero of the faith, named Randy Thomas, classic narcissist and diva, who has just came out as a flaming homosexual and who is now being embraced by the enemies of Go...2015-01-131h 30Beth AdamBeth AdamAtlanta’s Chief FiredRabbi Barr talks about the firing of Atlanta’s Fire Chief Kelvin Cochran.2015-01-1302 minThe NFPA PodcastThe NFPA PodcastKelvin Cochran Address Part 2In this excerpt, U.S. Fire Administrator Kelvin Cochran outlines some of the strategic initiatives for the fire service.  Read more about his speech at the 2010 NFPA Conference & Expo on our weblog.2010-06-1519 minThe NFPA PodcastThe NFPA PodcastKelvin Cochran Address Part 1U.S. Fire Administrator Kelvin Cochran challenged the fire service to become "fully involved."  This is the first of two excerpts from the speech he gave at this year's NFPA Conference & Expo.  Read more about his speech on the NFPA Conference blog.2010-06-1412 minReaching For Real Life with Sean AzzaroReaching For Real Life with Sean AzzaroChief Kelvin J. Cochran - Facing The Fire Pastor Sean welcomes to the show the man known as America's Fire Chief (appointed by President Obama), Chief Kelvin J. Cochran who went through his own fiery furnace when he was fired for his Christian beliefs on a very public stage. But just like the 3 Hebrews in Nebuchadnezzar's day, somebody else was with him. His new book "Facing the Fire: The Faith That Brought America's Fire Chief Through The Flames of Persecution" tells the full story of his persecution, and how to take the heat...and the lessons learned from it. Stand for the truth and watch what God...1970-01-0130 min