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100 Huntley Street12 Truths and a Lie | Pastor J.D.GreearLara Watson is your host for this chat with Pastor J.D. Greear.
It’s not unusual to have questions about life. For believers living in a fallen world, many wrestle with challenging questions that seem impossible to answer. Why isn’t God answering my prayers? How can I know God’s will for my life? How should Christians handle political differences? The list goes on and on.
In 12 Truths and a Lie: Answers to Life's Biggest Questions Pastor, Author and apologist J.D. Greear tackles some of the most frequently asked questions he’s received...2024-07-0337 min100 Huntley StreetDo You Believe in Life After Death?Have you ever wondered what happens in the moments after someone passes away? Do you wonder if there is truly life after death?
Today on the podcast, New York Times Best-Selling Author John Burke shares from his book, “Imagine the God of Heaven” and details stories and experiences from various voices of people who have lived through a near-death experience.
John shares on what defines a “near-death experience”, the different stories he has heard from people of varying religious backgrounds and the commonalities their stories share with each other’s.
He shares what led to his interest in the topic, and the evide...2024-06-1834 min100 Huntley StreetUnity and Vulnerability is the Key to a Better CanadaDan Carter is the mayor of Oshawa a bustling city centre in the heart of Ontario, he joins us on the podcast to share his vision for unity in Canada and his personal story of heartache, healing and redemption. He discusses one of the biggest problems facing Canadians today with affordability, how Canadians need to come together in these difficult times.
Dan also shares his personal story from growing up with a severe learning disability and struggling with his self-esteem, the death of his brother and the pain that led to drug and alcohol abuse, the death of his sister a...2024-06-1135 min100 Huntley StreetGod is Always on the Side of the One Who StrugglesIf you are in a season of suffering and you need encouragement then this conversation is for you. On the podcast we have Best-Selling Author and Thinker Philip Yancey. Philip has more than 17 million books in print, in over 50 languages and joins us to share about his life-changing devotional, “Undone: A Modern Rendering of John Donne’s Devotions.” A 30 day devotional based on a 400 year old manuscript (Devotions Upon Emergent Occasion) written by a scholar and poet named John Donne. Philip wanted to bring his wisdom to more people and share that the journey is the same today when it comes...2024-06-0438 min100 Huntley StreetThe Power of ForgivenessWhen Jesus was dying on the cross, he prayed one of the most powerful prayers recorded in human history. He said “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” But, how do you forgive someone when they know what they are doing. Today on the podcast Joe Amaral speaks with Orlando Bowen who shares his story as a new immigrant from Jamaica, to his time as a football player in the CFL. He goes on to share on very scary night when he was approached by two armed men, beaten, resulting in his football career coming to an end...2024-04-2524 min100 Huntley StreetGrief is a JourneyOften we are afraid to touch on the topic of grief with someone facing it, or even giving ourselves time to face it. Worried to say the wrong thing, or not say enough, worried to upset the person even more, worried that we won't be able to hold ourselves together, or that we are grieving in the "wrong way".
Today on the podcast prolific author and speaker and former Grief Counsellor, Dr. Bill Webster joins us to share from his book, "Grief: The Unwelcome Journey".
He shares about what it means to grieve, the normality of journeying through grief, how we...2024-04-1726 min100 Huntley StreetA Faith That Can Impact Your Diagnosis
Today on the podcast we hear stories of the impact God can have when facing health challenges in our lives. Cancer is the leading cause of death in Canada and Janet Campbell joins us to share her journey facing stage 3 cancer , she shares on getting her diagnosis cancer, preparing for surgery and treatment, and how she felt Gods hand upon her through it all and how her faith carried her through that journey to healing.
Time Hague Sr. joins us to share his personal story of getting diagnosed with Parkinsons disease. Having watched his father...2024-04-0241 min100 Huntley StreetJourney to the CrossJoe Amaral joins us for the first time on the podcast to dive into the connection between Passover and Easter. Although many may wonder why these two events should hold the same space, one being a Jewish holiday and one being a Christian holiday. Joe delves into the fact that many forget about the deep and enduring connection that Christianity and first temple Judaism have. He shares some history and background to help us understand the connection deeper.
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www.crossroads.ca/247prayer2024-02-2226 min100 Huntley StreetFinding Peace in the Face of WarHow can someone find peace when faced with great turmoil, in the midst of war?
Today on the podcast we bring you inspiring stories from Ukraine.
Natasha was in Ukraine when Russia attacked in February of 2022. As a person with a disability, she could not flee on her own, she quickly connected with an aid organization she knew from her days as a child in an orphanage through a ministry called “Loads of Love”. Through this organization not only did Natasha find peace and a way out of her war-torn country but also her purpose in l...2024-02-2131 min100 Huntley StreetLove in the Face of Depression"What does it mean to face depression while living out God's calling on your life. Would your friends and family stand by your side?
Mark and Janet were born and raised in the United Kingdom. While living in the UK, Mark served as a police officer for five years followed by seven years as a pastor.
In 2005, in response to a call to pastor a church in Niagara Falls, Mark, his wife Janet, and their five children emigrated to Canada.
Pastoring the church resulted in some good years of seeing...2024-02-1428 min100 Huntley StreetBecoming yourself in Christ
We live in a culture that tells us money, fame, and success won’t only make us worthy but make us feel worthy. Today on the podcast Ken Shigematsu joins us to share from his book, “Now I Become Myself” and shares why that is farthest from the truth. Ken shares how we all face the fear of not being enough, how shame can be both good and bad in our lives, the false sense of self we at times all face and how a relationship with Jesus is the only way that can help us define who we truly are. H...2023-11-2220 min100 Huntley StreetDuck Dynasty's Legacy of FaithAre you ready for a duck invasion? A Duck Dynasty Invasion to be exact?
Today on the podcast we bring you two interviews from some well-known voices of famous family.
Sadie Robertson Huff is a Speaker, New York Times Best-Selling Author, Influencer, and Founder of Live Original. Sadie is on a mission to use her influence to reach her generation with the message of Christ.
Her husband Christian Huff is the host of the 4:8 Men Podcast, harnessing his passion for faith, family, and fitness to inspire others to train physically and spiritually.
Together they have written, “How To Put Love First...2023-11-1539 min100 Huntley StreetIs the Bible even relevant?Is it possible for a book written nearly 2,000 years ago to maintain its intrinsic and vital impact? Is there a demarcation point when literature is deemed old-fashioned or even archaic?
The book of 1 Peter was written nearly two millennia ago—rarely does a book of that age speak to a current generation of readers. However, the book of 1 Peter is practical, hopeful, and as up-to-date as anything written today.
“Through the living and enduring Word of God.” (1 Peter 1:23)
The stunning component that sets the Word of God apart from other pieces...2023-11-0820 min100 Huntley StreetTrusting God's Purpose in the Face of PersecutionJesus said we are to love our enemies, but that radical teaching didn’t go over well with Maher El Hajj. He knew it was in the Bible but didn’t want to apply it to a certain group of people in his life. Today on the podcast Maher joins Greg Musselman to share his story of growing up and finding Jesus, the years where Syria occupied Lebanon and living through harsh treatment from them but how God changed his heart and made him love the ones he once hated. You will be inspired that no matter what you are faci...2023-11-0121 min100 Huntley StreetOvercoming Your Anxiety
The rate of people facing daily struggles with anxiety is growing. People are constantly questionning whether they have control, if they're safe, and if they have the power to change their future. Anxiety often creates an intense, excessive, and persistent worry and fear that makes normal day-to-day life feel challenging and overwhelming. What if there was a way to calm your anxious thoughts and grow closer to the one who created your inmost being? Pastor and bestselling author, Robert J. Morgan joins Mark Masri on the podcast as he shares his own lifelong struggle with anxiety. 2023-10-2525 min100 Huntley StreetMaking Your Passion Become Your Purpose
If you have ever wondered if your dream can be a reality, then today’s podcast is for you. Lara Watson speaks with celebrated Ojibwe Singer-Songwriter, 6-time Country Music Alberta Nominee, and a beloved officer in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Stirling John. He shares about his upbringing, his passions, and putting those passions on hold to because of life Talks about putting passions on hold because of life getting in the way. He openly shares the difficulty he had in sharing his love and the PTSD he faced after his work with the RCMP. However, after many encounters with Go...2023-10-1824 min100 Huntley StreetA Healthy Fear of God
In society today there is often a negative stigma connected to fear. Today on the podcast gifted communicator, and best-selling author John Bevere joins us to share from his book, “The Awe of God”. John tackles what it means to “fear God” and how many of us as Christians may be missing the mark in this specific area. He tackles understanding the dynamics of Godly fear, and shares distinct benefits of what it means to walk in the holy fear of God. Sharing that there are destructive fears but also constructive fears that can bring you into a closer more intimate...2023-10-1132 min100 Huntley StreetJason Crabb Shares that "God is Working In All Situations"
We all have a story of God's faithfulness in our lives. A story thast shows Gods great plan for each and every one of us. The story of two-time Grammy award winner Jason Crabb is no different, and he joins us on the podcast to share his story. Lara Watson talks to Jason about growing up in Kentucky as a pastors kid until his family faced complete chaos when his family fell apart. Jason became frustrated and bitter and started making poor choices for his life. With the help of a praying grandmother Jason came back to church...2023-10-0439 min100 Huntley StreetRealigning Our Lives for God's Purpose"Billie Jauss found herself exhausted from constantly traveling with her husband who was a major league baseball coach. The jet lag was brutal. But she eventually realized that spiritual jet lag was a greater problem. She went through a season of feeling unsettled and uncertain, and chose to simplify her schedule and take control of the chaos but that didn’t solve it all. She realized it wasn’t the external distractions but the emotional barriers producing feelings of discouragement and defeat.
Billie shares on the podcast today how she detoxed from the emotional toxins, realigned her...2023-05-3125 min100 Huntley StreetTaking Small Steps to a Big God"Renowned Christian music artist and former youth pastor Micah Tyler joins us on today’s podcast as he shares from his new book, “Walking Free: Taking Small Steps to a Big God”.
He shares how we can all have a free and meaningful life, and encourages believers to pursue a deeper relationship with Jesus, regardless of external circumstances.
The journey from where we are to where God wants us to be is filled with challenges and obstacles, but God will always walk with us and never leave us behind. It will inspire you to ove...2023-05-2429 min100 Huntley StreetLiving a Life "On Earth as it is in Heaven"
Is it possible that we have lost the significance and the power of the resurrection? If so, what does it mean for every believer and how does that hope shape our present reality?
Today on the podcast, we hear from historian and theologian Dr. NT Wright as he reconnects us to the power so many of us miss.
He shares from a collection of his pastoral excerpts, curated from his widely celebrated books, mencouraging us all to cultivate a life "on Earth as it is in Heaven", sharing on themes such as faith...2023-05-1727 min100 Huntley StreetRooms of a Mother's Heart"For thousands of years and in a myriad of cultures, women have forged identity, unconditional love, and vast purpose in the calling of motherhood, a divine opportunity to raise the next generation for the purposes and call of the Father.
Inside the soul of every mother lies a heart that becomes a repository of sweet memories, hard lessons, glorious victories, ordinary days, glaring failures, and God’s grace over the years of mothering. And this tender heart that has given birth to the future of mankind or has lovingly adopted the seeds of the next ge...2023-05-1032 min100 Huntley StreetThe Relentless Love of GodFor years Jodie and Billy Ballenger lived in bondage to the painful past and poor choices of their youth. Those choices eventually landed them both in prison, however they found redemption within those prison walls. Today on the podcast they join Mark Masri to share their individual journeys that led them to poor choices and as a result prison. They share how discovering their faith in an institution was the beginning of a new road, the road wasn't easy but the relentless love of God changed their lives.
Guest Websites: https://billyballenger.com/https://www...2023-05-0324 min100 Huntley StreetFacing Life After The Loss of a Loved OneHow can we find healing and hope in the face of losing a loved one to suicide? Today on the podcast Keri Spring shares her deeply personal experience after losing her son Greg tragically in 2013. She is a passionate, energetic leader with a message of hope and purpose for anyone needing encouragement through difficult circumstances today. Since losing her son Keri has played an active role in suicide and bullying prevention. She shares insight in facing a tragedy and shares hope in how we can advocate for those facing difficult times.
Guest Website: https://www.kerispring.c...2023-04-2626 min