John Ensor and Mark Nicholson explore the joyful transition from Lenten reflection to the 50-day feast of Eastertide. They analyze the golden-tongued eloquence of St. John Chrysostom’s ancient sermon, which issues an unrestrained summons for everyone to savor the banquet of God’s grace. Discover how the dawn of forgiveness from the tomb provides the ultimate hope and authority to rescue the vulnerable on this PassionLife episode.
John Ensor and Mark Nicholson dive into the joy of Eastertide and the mysterious encounter on the road to Emmaus. Discover how the risen Christ transforms confusion into a burning heart and learn to move beyond ritualistic Bible reading and wait for the Holy Spirit to rekindle your spiritual fire on this PassionLife episode.
John Ensor and Mark Nicholson reivew their recent trips to Spain and China, who are both experiencing a “TFR” crisis. in an exciting turn of events, the Chinese government is now confirming the wisdom of Biblical family values in the face of potential economic collapse due to a shrinking population. Just like Romans 12 teaches, we are to reject worldly conformity and embrace the radical, God-ordained blessing of marriage and children.
Special guest Jeannie Pernia joins John Ensor to discuss the current political upheaval and humanitarian crisis in Cuba. Despite dire conditions, the local church is experiencing a spiritual awakening, establishing over 22 pregnancy help centers to rescue mothers and babies through the Four Questions training. From courageous leadership to churches operating as mini-medical clinic, believers are faithfully serving as a light in the darkness. Discover how you can partner with these resilient brothers and sisters as they pray for liberation and freedom across the island.
What makes someone look at clear evidence and still refuse to believe? John Ensor and Mark Nicholson explore stubbornness as the willful suppression of truth by examining how the Pharisees responded to the resurrection of Lazarus and what that ancient pattern reveals about our own hearts today. Are you willing to be honest about what you already know?
John and Mark examine the sin of omission, which occurs when believers avoid the good God has called them to perform, a choice that ultimately damages the human soul and reduces our happiness. Several passages from Scripture teach that closing our eyes to a preeminent moral crisis like abortion brings the same guilt as the act itself. They challenge the church to move past mere intellectual opposition and the sin of silence”, calling for active intervention to rescue those stumbling toward the slaughter.