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The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerHow To Heal From DID (Dissociation Identity Disorder) With Susie GesslerSend us a textDissociation Identity Disorder (DID) is something every minister in Deliverance will encounter sooner or later. DID is far more common that some might imagine. It is really important that the Church learns how to help people heal from DID because we are the only ones with the answer. If we don't help, nobody will.❤️ SHOW YOUR SUPPORT - LINKS BELOW...➡️ DONATE ➡️ Join our team!https://www.givesendgo.com/karlgessle...https://www.patreon.com/karlgesslerSocial Media➡️Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...➡️Telegram...2023-08-1138 minThe Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerRenouncing Anger w/ Susie GesslerSend us a textI've talked a lot about casting out demons in recent days. But how do you do it? My wife, Susie, recently gave a powerful testimony about being delivered from a spirit of anger. The effect of her testimony was deliverance for more people! Today's episode will provide a roadmap for evicting the evil spirit if you struggle with anger or other habitual sins.❤️ SHOW YOUR SUPPORT - LINKS BELOW...➡️ DONATE ➡️ Join our team!https://www.givesendgo.com/karlgesslerfamilybandhttps://www.patreon.com/karlgesslerhttps://www.paypal.me/karlgessle...2022-10-1112 minThe Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerHow To Travel With Your Family and Not Blow UpSend us a textTraveling with kids can be hard, but traveling with parents may even be harder! My wife (Susie) and I have traveled to every state in the Union, minus Hawaii, on missionary adventures, and my wife and kids have not killed me yet! Susie joined me for today's podcast to talk about what we have learned about missions and family over the past 13 years. It IS possible to be an adventurous missionary family and not only survive but thrive!Telegram: The Faith of the Fatherswww.karlgessler.com...2021-12-3136 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerA Stranger on Earth & a Citizen of HeavenSend us a textWhat does the Bible mean when it describes us as "aliens", "strangers," or "pilgrims" on earth? Are we supposed to be leaving this planet or fixing it?Good news! Susie joins Karl in the studio today for the conversation. Life is better with Susie! Fun and good conversation awaits...NEVER MISS ANY CONTENT WITH EMAIL SUBSCRIPTION -➡️http://bit.ly/EMAILSUBSCRIBEOn TELEGRAM➡️Telegram - https://t.me/TheGospel4PlanetEarthThe GESSLERS ON GAB➡️https://gab.com/KarlGesslerKarl Gessler on DING DASH...2021-05-2139 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerWhy They Wrote GenesisSend us a textGenesis (Definition: "Beginnings") is the first book of the Bible. Genesis makes many claims about the nature of the world in which we live. We all have questions about the world for which we would like to have answers. But sometimes, even a book about "beginnings" doesn't give us the kind of answers we look for. Which begs the question: What questions did the author of Genesis seek to answer? Why was this book written? We have been journeying through thoughts on the Genesis creation stories in the past few weeks...2021-03-1933 minThe Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerThe Importance of Seven Literal DaysSend us a textDoes Genesis teach that God created the world in seven literal, twenty-four-hour days? Are we even allowed to consider another possibility? Graham Pierson is a gracious young-earth creationist who joined Susie and me in the studio to discuss why he believes a twenty-four hour, seven-day creation is a necessary interpretation of Genesis 1-2.➡️NEVER MISS ANY CONTENT WITH EMAIL SUBSCRIPTION -http://bit.ly/EMAILSUBSCRIBE➡️ENCOURAGEMENT AND CONVERSATION EVERY DAY On TELEGRAMTelegram - https://t.me/TheGospel4PlanetEarth➡️THE GESSLERS ON GABGAB- https://gab.c...2021-02-2659 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerCharlie's Fuel For the HarvestSend us a textCharlie has done incredible things in his young life. Today, Charlie will share with us what gives Him Fuel for reaching the nations with the Gospel of Jesus.For More from Charlie and Fuel For the Harvest:https://forgeforward.org/speakers/charlie-marquis/Email Sign up Here: (Or ask a Question!)https://www.karlgessler.com/contactSusie and Karl on the "Fuel For the Harvest" Podcast!http://bit.ly/FUELFORTHEHARVESTGet Your Family on Mission with Us!http://bit.ly/FAMILYMISSIONS2021-01-0834 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerTRUTH: Your Best Investment in 2021Send us a textThe Gospels are full of politics. Today, I will share an understanding of Jesus' "Parable of the Talents," that you have never heard before. What significant parallels could this parable have with our current political climate? And what can this parable teach us about how to respond to current events?Email Sign up Here: (Or ask a Question!)https://www.karlgessler.com/contactSusie and Karl on the "Fuel For the Harvest" Podcast!http://bit.ly/FUELFORTHEHARVESTGet Your Family on Mission with Us!h...2021-01-0130 min
Fuel For The Harvest: The Forge Podcast NetworkEpisode 53: Extraordinary Faith & Family Discipleship -W/Karl and Susie from The Karl Gessler Band!What does it look like to disciple your children? What would that look like if you were a family band constantly on the road?? The Gesslers are not your typical family. They have given up lives of normalcy in order to pursue Jesus wherever he may lead them. They have a ministry called “The Gospel for Planet Earth,” and travel across the nation as The Karl Gessler Band, sharing the message of Jesus with anyone they encounter along the way. Their family lives by extraordinary faith, trusting God to regularly provide for their needs as they travel from place to p...2020-12-0837 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerUnmasking the Real Issue (Susie Gets Vocal!)Send us a textSusie Gessler, a homeschooling mother of 6 and the wife of an outspoken husband, is in the hot seat. Though Susie is not usually vocal about her public opinions and is averse to conflict and conversations about politics, something has happened this year to tweak her into raising her voice. Why has this changed happened? I, Karl, (the husband), am asking the tough questions. "Why aren't you wearing a mask?" and "What are you doing with that Trump hat?!?" and "What Would Jesus Do?" We are locked and loaded with hard-hitting questions for our mi...2020-10-0935 minThe Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerIs God a Sloppy, Wet Kisser?Send us a textThe modern worship songs, "Reckless Love" and "How He Loves Us", have been scrutinized and, more or less, rejected by some stripes of American Christianity. Many pastors and theologians have balked at John Mark McMillan's description of God's love as being like "a sloppy wet kiss." Karl and Susie are here to share their two cents on the subject.Leave a Commenthttps://www.karlgessler.com/contactSupport the Podcast!Patreon.com/karlgesslerOUR MUSIC: (Including "How He Love Us" and "Reckless Love"https...2020-08-1442 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerWhen God Speaks Again (Prophecy, Jesus, and the Coronavirus)Send us a textLast week, we explored the possibility that Jesus may have given us a "word of knowledge" about the Coronavirus crisis. But was this promise really from God or was it just a figment of our wishful imagination? This week, Karl and Susie Gessler will further explore the question: "Will Jesus speak to me?" We believe that you will be greatly encouraged through this week's podcast.Here are links to the podcasts episodes mentioned in today's show:Jason Murguz Podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/7iWoYHPoHA67u2ldBCogzt2020-04-1736 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerWhen God Speaks To You (Prophecy, The Voice of God, and Hope)Send us a textMany people have claimed that God has spoken to them. But why should we believe them? This week, Karl and Susie Gessler will be sharing some thoughts and experiences with the idea of hearing the voice of God, while also taking into consideration the scripture passages that explicitly claim that God has spoken to individuals.Share your Story with us!https://www.karlgessler.com/contactShow Your Love! Become a Podcast Partner!Patreon.com/karlgesslerThe Gospel For Planet Earth on YOUTUBEhttps://www...2020-04-0929 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerWhat If Jesus Died Naturally? (Qs about Atonement, Punishment, and The Meaning of Jesus' Death)Send us a textIf Jesus is God, could He have died a natural death? And if Jesus died naturally, could that death bring about atonement for our sins? This week, Karl and Susie are answering questions from the mailbag. As your question by sending an email too: thegospelforplanetearth@gmail.com.Check it out this week's podcast on our YOUTUBE Channelhttp://bit.ly/THEGOSPELFORPLANETEARTHLeave a Comment, ask a question, and get FREE music!https://www.karlgessler.com/contactShow Your Love! Become a Podcast Partner!Patreon.com/karlgesslerTHE KARL GESSLER BAND VLOG:http://bit.ly/KarlGesslerFamilyShare your thoughts...2019-11-1443 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerThe Danger of Healing People (Acts 6) W/ Susie GesslerSend us a textWhy did Stephen get into trouble with his fellow Jews just for healing people? Do people not like healing? Can Western Christians today get into trouble for offering to heal people? Karl and Susie Gessler talk about these questions and other thoughts from chapter 6 of the book of Acts in today's podcast. Plus, Karl shares an original poem!THE GOSPEL FOR PLANET EARTH ON YOUTUBE:http://bit.ly/TheGOSPEL4PLANETEARTHYOUTUBETHE KARL GESSLER BAND VLOG:bit.ly/KarlGesslerFamilyOUR MUSIC CHANNEL:http://bit.ly/KARLGESSLERMUSICLeave a Comment, ask a question, and get FREE music!www...2019-10-1835 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerRelearning The Gospel (What about Hell, Election & Salvation? W/ Joanna Keilson)Send us a textThe Gospel For Planet Earth seeks to recapture the Biblical understanding of the Gospel. But that is easier said than done. When we come to understand the Gospel of the Kingdom, all sorts of other things we have learned have to be questioned and reworked through a fresh vision. In this week's podcast, Karl and Susie Gessler are joined by Joanna Keilson for an honest conversation about Hell, Election, and the Gospel.The PODCAST on You Tube:http://bit.ly/THEGOSPELFORPLANETEARTHLeave a Comment, ask a question, and get FREE music!https://www.karlgessler...2019-09-0657 minThe Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerWhere Is Jesus Now?Send us a textWhere is Jesus now? Why don't we see Him? Why isn't He still walking the earth doing the healing and ministry He did before? In this week's podcast, Karl and Susie Gessler try to answer these questions. Plus, we will meet Steven May from Kentucky Teen Challenge who is affectionately known as "The Village Monk" because of his reputation for being a Jesus representative in his community.This week's podcast also comes with a blog:https://www.karlgessler.com/post/if-jesus-is-alive-why-don-t-we-see-himCheck it out this week's podcast on our YOUTUBE Channelhttp://bit.ly/THEGOSPELFORPLANETEARTHLeave...2019-08-3054 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerWhen God Kills People (Ananias & Sapphira, The Fear of God, and Tragedy in the Early Church)Send us a textLuke's account of the tragic deaths of Ananias and Sapphira in the book of Acts is disturbing on many levels. How should we process this story? Should it bring us comfort or fear? Why does God sometimes act this way? Does God still do things like this today? In this week's podcast, Karl and Susie Gessler try to unpack some thoughts bound up with the story found in Acts chapter 5.Check it out the podcast YOUTUBE Channelhttp://bit.ly/THEGOSPELFORPLANETEARTHLeave a Comment, ask a question, and get FREE music!https://www.karlgessler.com...2019-08-3054 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerThe Continuing Acts Of Jesus (Thoughts and Reflections from Inside our Cross-Country Ministry Tour)Send us a textWe have taken our family of 7 on a cross-country music ministry tour. When we left home, we barely had enough funds to get us to our first few destinations. But we left anyway because Jesus promised to be with His disciples "always, even to the very end of the age." Matthew 28:20. This week, Karl and Susie Gessler will be sharing updates, thoughts, and reflections in the middle of our homeward stretch. When we left home, we intended to go all the way from North Carolina to Alaska. But did we make it? We...2019-08-2336 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerThe Beginning Of The Resurrection (Acts 4 and how to respond to a Resurrection of One)Send us a textThe Disciples were looking for the resurrection but they did not imagine that it would happen to only One Man in the middle of time! Nevertheless, Jesus was raised from the dead and is still carrying on His work today. In this week's podcast, Karl and Susie Gessler are looking at Acts 4 and are recording live from the road in the middle of our "Continuing Acts of Jesus Tour" across America. Join us for a closer look at the Acts of Jesus in the first days of the Church and in the life...2019-08-1642 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerSam Young's Testimony: God Did Not Intend This For YouSend us a textSam Young's step father was a minister in public and very admired and respected. But the man Sam knew at home, behind closed doors, was very different. In this week's podcast, Susie Gessler will interview Sam as she shares her moving story of abuse, salvation, forgiveness, and healing. This is a story of redemption out of deep pain and darkness. "For my father and my mother have forsaken me, But the LORD will take me up." Psalm 27:10Show Your Love! Become a PODCAST PARTNER!Patreon.com/karlgesslerTHE GOSPEL FOR PLANET EARTH YOUTUBE CHANNELhttp...2019-08-0252 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerPraying in Tongues and Speaking truth to PowerSend us a textHow do you speak in tongues? Why would anyone want to do it? This week, Karl and Susie Gessler will share their stories and thoughts on the book of Acts chapter 2, speaking in tongues, and the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. Plus, Karl shares about his recent confrontation with a mayor about the Kingdom of God and the notion of the "separation of Church and State."Follow me on Telegram: https://t.me/FaithoftheFathersSupport the show2019-06-2849 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerRestoring The Kingdom to Israel (Replacing Judas, Restoring Israel and Finding the Will of God)Send us a textWhat is "the Kingdom of Israel"? Why did the disciples ask Jesus if He was going to restore the Kingdom of Israel? In this week's podcast, Karl and Susie Gessler discuss the Kingdom of Israel, why the disciples replaced Judas, and how the disciples discerned the will of God. Plus we will hear from Sabina Wurmbrand who described her time in a Communist prison camp as passing through "the beauty parlor of Christ."Know the Persecuted Church through The Voice of The Martyrshttps://www.persecution.com/Leave a Comment, ask a...2019-06-0749 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerDo You Know Where Jesus Went? (Acts 1, The Ascension, and the Holy Spirit)Send us a textWhere did Jesus go when He ascended into heaven? Where is Jesus now? What were the disciples doing while they waited for the Holy Spirit? What the disciples expect the Holy Spirit to do once He came? Who wrote the book of Acts? What does it mean to "repent of your way of doing the kingdom?" Karl and Susie Gessler discuss these questions and more in this week's Gospel for Planet Earth Podcast.Leave a Comment or ask a question:https://www.karlgessler.com/contactShow Your Love! Become a Podcast Partner!Patreon.com...2019-05-2438 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerHow To Be RighteousSend us a textWhat does it mean to be righteous according to the Bible? When Westerners talk about someone possessing righteousness, we usually mean that someone is what is considered universally moral, such as never breaking one of the Ten Commandments. However, the priority of the question of moral spotlessness is a Western value and not necessarily the focus of the Biblical authors. This week, Karl and Susie Gessler look at some very interesting Bible stories and songs that attribute righteousness to Phinehas, an ancient Israelite, because of his violent action of stabbing two people to...2019-05-1741 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerCharles Finney: Theology Fiction (Imputation, Election, & Evangelism)Send us a textImputation and atonement are big theological words with which we may not be that familiar. Nevertheless, the things that we have been taught at a popular level about these subjects have oozed their way into our minds one way or another. Atonement is a word used to try to explain what Christ has accomplished on the cross. Imputation is a word that is used to try to explain how Christ's resurrection affects us. But what do we do when the explanations we have heard do not sit well with our souls? I know...2019-05-1052 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerDoes God Demand Perfection? (Perfection, God's Plan, and the Meaning of Forgiveness in Luke 24)Send us a textWhat kind of emotions does the word perfection evoke in you? If we are talking about food, it might be a very exciting, complimentary word. But if we are talking about our moral, mental, or physical presence, it is a very overbearing word. The understanding that God is perfect is both intimidating as well as alienating. We don't even really know what perfection is though we feel the pressure to live up to someone's notion of it. Does this pressure come from God? Does God demand perfection from us? The Bible has a...2019-05-0342 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerThe Promise that Killed God (Luke 24, Imputation, and the Meaning of Jesus' Death)Send us a textDid Jesus die to make me righteous? If He did, what does that mean exactly? As important as this question seems to be to us as Western Christians, it is remarkable that the subject of our "righteousness" in the sense of the sum total of our personal morality, is hardly commented on by Jesus. Jesus never asked anyone if they knew where they would go when they died or if they believed that their works could commend them to God. So why is it such a big deal to us but apparently not...2019-04-2637 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerThe Day After Resurrection (Resurrection, The Inaugurated Kingdom, & New Creation w/ Jimmy Clifton)Send us a textIn Luke's account of the Easter story, Luke tells us about two disciples who were walking home to Emmaus on the first day of the week. They had heard the story of the women at the tomb who claimed that the tomb was empty and that they had seen a vision of angels who claimed that Jesus was alive. But they didn't know what to make of it. Should they believe it? And if they believed it, what did it mean? In this week's podcast, Karl and Susie Gessler invite you to walk...2019-04-1952 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerIs The Kingdom Of God Physical? (Luke 23, the kingdom and a missionary update from Josh Hoekle)Send us a textThere is a lot of confusion around the question "What is the Kingdom God?" Is it a physical kingdom or a spiritual kingdom? Personally, I am not sure what a spiritual "kingdom" actually is. I believe that the kingdom of God is nothing if not physical and in this week's discussion with my wife, Susie, I will give some reasons why I believe this. Leave your thoughts below. What do you think the Kingdom of God is like?Plus, Josh Hoekle joins us in the studio to update us on his family's missionary...2019-04-1257 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerLeprechauns, Lucky Charms, & The Adventures of Saint Patrick w/ John ImmelSend us a textEverybody loves a good holiday, but what makes a holiday good? What makes it a holy-day? Saint Patrick's day is celebrated with wearing green, pub-crawls, leprechauns, and all things Irish. But what do all these things have to do with Saint Patrick? What did Saint Patrick do that he should be celebrated over 1,500 years later? Should the life of Saint Patrick be celebrated today? And if so, what is the best way to do it? Karl and Susie Gessler are joined once again by Joseph John Immel to discuss these important matters, yet...2019-03-151h 03
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerThe Silence Of The Evangelists (Luke 22, Faith in the Cross, and Evangelism w/ Darren Eastwood)Send us a textDo you have trouble sharing your faith? Have you ever told someone about Jesus? The last commandment Jesus gave His followers at His ascension was a command to preach the Gospel in all the world. But statistics say that hardly any Western Christians practice this. What is going on? Why can't we obey this simple instruction?In this week's podcast, Karl and Susie Gessler will try to unpack some of the hang-ups that we generally have about sharing the Gospel. We will look at Luke 22 and ask what happened to steal the voices...2019-02-2255 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerGood Reasons to Betray Jesus (Judas, Luke 22, the Kingdom of God + Evangelism w/ Joe HarrellSend us a textWhat motivated Judas to betray Jesus? Did Judas have a disposition more prone to evil and greed than other human beings? Did Judas really betray Jesus for money? If Jesus is such a great guy, why would anyone want to betray Him? This week, Karl and Susie will face these questions and other similar questions associated with Luke 22. Plus, Joe Harrell joins us in the studio to share his story of being brought to an active role in evangelism. Joe shares his passion and methods with us so that we too will be...2019-02-1557 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerA Wind in the House of Islam (Why Thousands of Muslims are coming to Christ w/ David Garrison)Send us a textAccording to Church historian, Dr. David Garrison, tens of thousands of Muslims are coming to Christ today. The amount of Muslims coming to Christ in the last thirty years in comparison to those who have converted in the previous hundreds of years since the founding of Islam is absolutely staggering! What is going on? Has something changed? Do we have anything to do with it? Dr. Garrison shares his findings with us in this week's podcast while Karl and Susie will help us unpack it. Support the show2018-11-0949 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerElection Returns! (Justification, Predestination, and Salvation with Jason Murguz)Send us a textIt is election season again in the United States and so we thought it would be an appropriate time to revisit the topic of the election in the Bible! This week, Karl and Susie are joined in the studio for a live debate with Jason Murguz. Jason study theology at Liberty University and became interested in engaging with us on the topic of election after listening to a podcast that we did on the subject a couple of years ago. You can listen to that particular podcast here: https://soundcloud.com/karl-gessler/election. Share...2018-11-0249 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerGod Gave Me a New Name (Luke 20, Faith and Doubt, and God's Grace w/Jared Rotramel)Send us a textJared Rotramel joins Karl in the studio this week to share his story of faith, doubt, struggle, and healing. But first, Karl and Susie take a closer look at Luke 20 and Jesus' apparent warning to the Chief Priests that they will be either crushed or smashed by Him. Is either of those a good choice?! Is there a third option?Show Your Love! Become a Podcast Partner!Patreon.com/karlgesslerLearn more about Jesus here:https://www.karlgessler.com/thegospelforplanetearthTravel on Family Ministry adventures here:https://youtu.be/1YIuMun2eYUFor Free Music from Karl Gessler...2018-10-2640 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerInvesting In Jesus (Luke 19, Parables, and the Cost of Following Jesus)Send us a textMany people claim to follow Jesus, but which Jesus are we talking about? Jesus didn't always meet the expectations of His contemporaries in the Gospels and He still is full of surprises and challenges for us today. What do we do with Jesus when He isn't what we thought? Will we follow Him if it means losing everything we know? What if it means even replacing our personal identity with something radically new? This week, Karl and Susie make a second dig into the 19th chapter of Luke's Gospel, wrestling with a parable that...2018-09-0735 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerI Will Lift Up My Eyes (Philly, Catechisms, Drugs, and Salvation W/ John Thompson)Send us a text"God, if you are up there..." how many Christians have uttered these words as the prelude to their conversion? I don't know the statistics but I would guess that the number is fairly high. John Thompson threw these words at the sky as he was overwhelmed with a sense of hopelessness and meaninglessness, and God answered, though maybe not as John expected. This week, my brother-in-law, John Thompson, shares with us his story of coming to Christ after a life of drugs and gangs in Philadelphia. Plus, Karl and Susie attempt to field some...2018-08-2446 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerMoney, The Kingdom of God and Abortion (w/ Joanna Keilson)Send us a textWhy is it hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God? Is it actually impossible? Can you establish a kingdom of justice on earth without getting wealthy people to back your revolution? And do we all really want a just kingdom? Do we all really want to be healed or do we fear the responsibility that will come with our healing? Karl and Susie face these questions and more on this week's podcast! Plus, Joanna Keilson from the Center for Bio-Ethical Reform visits us to share a little about her recent...2018-08-1742 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerNot All Prayer Is Good (Healing & The Amish W/Dennis Raber + LGBT w/David Arthur)Send us a textDoes God answer every prayer? Is there such a thing as a bad prayer or is every prayer good just because it is prayer? This week, Susie and Karl are going to share with you an interview with Dennis Raber, a man that they met in Ohio who experienced a great sickness after his Amish father "prayed" for something bad to happen to him. Why would a father do this? And did God answer this prayer or did something else respond to it? Spooky. Real. Real spooky, but also serious. Are we careful enough...2018-08-0337 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerJesus Said: Don't Do This (Luke 17, Stumbling Blocks, The Kingdom and Children)Send us a textWhat does it mean to put a stumbling block in somebody's way? Why would anyone do it? We may have more reason than we are usually willing to acknowledge. In this week's podcast, we are looking at Luke 17 and Jesus' violent imagery regarding what happens to those who cause others to stumble. Plus, Karl and Susie share a few stories from their recent music tour and David Arthur stops in for a brief visit and update about what God is doing through His ministry. For more on David's story, Check out this podcast:https...2018-07-2046 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerWhat Do You Think Of Hell? (Luke 12)Send us a textJesus warned His followers to "fear the one who, after he has killed, has the authority to cast you into Hell." Luke 12:5. Whom and what is Jesus talking about? What are YOUR thoughts on Hell? And why is it such a big issue in much Western Christian thought? Karl and Susie share a few of their thoughts and experiences on these issues as discuss Luke 12 and as we seek get to know Jesus through Luke's exciting Gospel narrative. Plus, Karl shares a little of his recent experiences while advocating for life on a couple of c...2018-04-2050 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerWoe To You Pharisees! (And other thoughts from Luke 11)Send us a textWho is a Pharisees? And why was Jesus so hard on the Pharisees? Is Jesus against religion? Does God lead people into temptation? The is much to think about while trying to understand Luke's Gospel. Here in Luke 11, Susie and Karl take a deeper look at what Jesus meant when He told His disciples to pray that they would "not enter the final test". Plus, find out what happened when Karl joined a Genocide Awareness Project at Appalachian State University. It was dyno-mite!Catch all the latest podcasts and blogs at: www.thegospelforplanetearth.com2018-04-1248 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerHonest To Jesus (Luke 10)Send us a textIt's not every day that you have an African Bishop with an amazing voice in your home and studio, so this week we made sure to spend time with Bishop Jeremiah Kibobi, a Kenyan Pastor and School director for underprivileged and orphaned children in Africa. Bishop Jeremiah will be sharing his thoughts with us about what is being said in Luke 10, plus Karl and Susie discuss the merits of the question "What would you like to change about Jesus?" after Karl's Facebook post caused a bit of a stir. It's serious fun on this...2018-03-0939 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerLuke 8 Seeing Storms, Stilling SeasSend us a textThis week is jammed packed with Luke 8 as we dig into the familiar parable of the sower and the seed, Women in Jesus's ministry, the authority of Jesus to calm the sea, and the authority of Jesus to drive out demons out of a "cutter"! Is that not enough for one podcast?! Plus, Karl and Susie discuss the value of reading the Gospels in large portions at a time. And find out why Karl and Susie drive all over the country with five kids in tow!Don't forget to leave a comment and let...2018-02-0735 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerWhat Are Men And WomenSend us a textWhat does it mean to be human? Are we a random collection of sticky molecules that happen to be able to walk, talk and breathe? Are we more than the sum of our material parts? This week, Susie and I are taking a break from the normal format of the podcast to explore a little deeper into this question, "What is man?" and also to take more time to think through the ramifications of the actions and attitudes of Jesus concerning the women involved in His Kingdom of God movement in Luke 8. What did J...2018-02-0236 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerJesus Vs. Pharisees Smackdown! (Luke 6)Send us a textYou have heard of Friday Night Fights, but have you heard of Sabbath Smackdowns? That’s what we have on tap for you this week on The Gospel for Planet Earth Podcast! We are exploring Luke 6 and the Pharisees’ growing edginess concerning Jesus. Jesus’ radical kingdom vison is stirring the waters and causing some people to put up their fists. How will Jesus respond to their challenges? Plus, Karl and Susie discuss the past week and the life-altering changes taking place and…the books they are reading? Finally, David Arthur returns to share his story of...2018-01-191h 03
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerPaint, Peter, And Persecution (Luke 5)Send us a textOn this week’s podcast, Karl confesses to hearing voices after a traumatic paint spilling experience! It turns out that Susie hear voices too! What could this mean?! Plus, find out why some people wanted to throw Jesus off a cliff while others were busy cutting holes in his roof! It seems that everyone wants a piece of Jesus! We also discover Jesus’ particular way of arresting Peter’s attention and gaining his loyalty when He begins His Israel-renewing movement in Luke 5. Finally, we will hear from Getaneh, a native of Ethiopia, who was hung u...2018-01-121h 14
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerThe Year Of The Lord Luke 4Send us a text“Father, let me dedicate all this year to Thee…” These lyrics penned by the Lutheran Hymnist Lawrence Tuttiet, have been always what comes to mind this time of year ever since I heard Matt Redman’s modern rendition of it over a decade ago. And of course this is very appropriate since the hymn was written to be sung on New Year’s day! Happy New Year everyone! I am dedicating this year to the Lord entirely. I have dedicated myself, my family, and my calendar to the Lord. I am excited to see what He wi...2018-01-0531 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerProphets, Puppets, And PoliticsSend us a textWhat do Prophets, Puppets, and Politics have in common (Besides the letter "P". Thanks for that Susie!)? Matthew's Christmas story of course! This week, Karl dives into the tragic, highly-charged, political drama that is Matthew's Christmas story. This is a Christmas story you may not be used to hearing, but it is the one that counts. Far from peaceful, starry nights and woolly lambs, this Christmas story will challenge the way that you think of life and the use of power. Plus, we will discuss how we understand the role that prophets played in the...2017-12-0836 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerHeading East AgainSend us a textAfter making it to our destination at nearly the farthest Northwest corner of the US, we finally turned around on our We Will Not Fear tour and started heading east. In this week's podcast, Susie and reflect on our time in Seattle, and the need for refreshment as we head into Montana and the first snow fall of the year! We also ask important questions like , can you enjoy yourself on a mission trip? What constitutes a sight-seeing trip as opposed to a ministry trip? Is Montana pretty or not? And where is that...2017-11-1625 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerMormons, Money And MoreSend us a textImagine driving through an American city with a church building on the corners of the streets every few blocks. There is a Chic-Fil-A down the road providing employment for the many church-goers in the area, many of whom are also homeschooled. The economy is strong and family values are respected. You might imagine that you were driving through the Bible belt, with the one difference being that the churches on the corners are not Baptist, Presbyterian, or Pentecostal, but Mormon, “The church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints”. That is what it is like...2017-11-1036 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerOn The Road To UtahSend us a textWhat is it like to travel as a family of seven across the entire continent of North America? Well, you are about to find out! On our recent cross-country trip my wife, Susie, and I recorded multiple “secret” podcasts that were not meant to be released until the trip was over. That is because these podcasts give you a real look into the journey of faith that we stepped into as we travelled from one end of the country to the other (somewhere close to 10,000 miles!) singing and doing ministry wherever the door was open...2017-11-0236 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerUniversalismSend us a textSome people teach that God will ultimately succeed in redeeming everyone in creation and no one will remain in Hell forever. There are different forms of this teaching, generally referred to as "Universalism", but this is the general description. Some positions are certainly more in line with orthodox Christianity than others which abandon it altogether.I have great sympathy for those who want Universalism to be true. There is much sentiment within the scriptures that supports this desire. First of all, consider the fact that Genesis says that "God saw ALL that He had...2017-08-1830 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerDoes God Love Me?Send us a text"Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so...The most well know Bible verse in all the world is John 3:16:"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son..." This is truly an amazing message and yet, in our country, it seems to fall on deaf ears. Are we preaching this message enough? Or are we preaching one message in words and another message in deeds? What about the idea that the cross of Jesus displays God's love for us? Sometimes it seems that the message i...2017-08-0438 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerGetting Ready For Jesus ReturnSend us a textGetting Ready for JesusHow does one get ready for Jesus’ return? Empty your bank account? Untie your shoes? Get busy with evangelism? The real event of Jesus’ return is overshadowed in the Western world by popular, (but not necessarily Biblical), concepts of a rapture and cataclysmic final days of planet earth. The New Testament does indeed talk about Jesus’ return, or better said “re-appearing”, but not His “return” in the sense of Jesus being absent and a long way off in a place called heaven and then returning, as in travelling to earth, to take us away t...2017-07-2833 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerFoxes, Family and Following JesusSend us a text"Foxes have dens," Jesus replied, "...but the son of man has nowhere to lay His head." (Luke 9:58)Is Jesus a homeless pilgrim? Is that what Jesus was advocating and what Luke wants to tell us? Of the vast majority of Christians, those who truly study their Bibles are few. But of the few that actually do spend time reading the Bible, very few ever read it in large chunks. We have been trained to read the Bible for private devotions, to spend 15 or 20 minutes reading the word and meditating on "what it means to me...2017-07-2128 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerGluten, The Gospel And GalatiansSend us a textGluten has become a great evil in the world of healthy eating. It does feel sometimes like eating healthy has become a new moral obligation. Sometimes, when we read the Bible, it seems that foods that are eaten or not eaten also has some kind of moral attachment. But the apostle Paul told the Corinthians that "food does not bring us near to God; we are no worse if we do not eat, and no better if we do" 1 Corinthians 8:8. Yet in the book of Galatians, Jews eating at the same table with Gentiles...2017-06-1636 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerThe Human VocationSend us a textKarl and Susie are BOTH in the studio this month with a cameo appearance by our youngest daughter (at least outside of the womb). This month, we are talking about our vocation as human beings and followers of Jesus. Vacation is the next best thing to vocation. Our vocation is what gives us value and is the most important thing to know about ourselves.Support the show2017-03-0236 min
The Faith of the Fathers w/ Karl GesslerSilent NightSend us a text"Silent Night" is one of the most popular Christmas Carols of all time. But does it actually teach us about what the birth of Jesus actually meant for the world? Was the first Christmas night truly a quite and peaceful event? What is this Christmas story all about?Karl and Susie discusses this and other Christmas Carols for this month's Gospel for Planet Earth Podcast. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!Support the show2016-12-2727 min