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Rockville Radio 7.77 PodcastDec 29, 2020
"God Never Leaves Us." A Cancer Survivor's Testimony
In Jan. 2021 while Kevin Haselton and his wife Sandy were visiting their family in Northern California, Kevin was diagnosed with 4th Stage cancer. When Kevin underwent chemotherapy the treatment only made the cancer spread, but God was in control of everything and miraculously Kevin went into remission as God showed His power and His faithfulness to the Haselton Family. Hear Kevin's amazing testimony and learn how God never leaves us, especially in the most trying of circumstances.
Embracing New Things. Letting go of the past.
Sometimes we'd rather hang on to the past rather than let go of the familiar. Often we try to repair something over and over again instead of buying the replacement. In Cuba there are about 60,000 classic American Autos still on the roads being used daily; the kind you see in classic car shows all around the U.S. on any given weekend. Forced to hang on to their cars by Cuban dictator Fidel Castro, who in 1959 seized control of their country imposing a Communist government on them. Castro's actions resulted in sanctions and bans on all new American autos and parts resulting in never-ending repairs over the last 5-6 decades to keep vehicle transportation going in that tiny nation. A new year is a reminder that change is always with us, also that God is in the business of doing new things.
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When your plans for your life are over ruled by God's
"The mind of man plans his way, But the LORD directs his steps." (Proverbs 16:9.) I wanted to be a professional sports star or, at least, some sort of rock star but God had better plans. Bear with me as I share my story and conduct a wonderful interview with Gurnett Ferguson of Columbus, Ohio, who lead me to to Jesus as my Savior when we were both working as groundskeepers at the local University in our town.
Finding the only true source of wisdom.
When you need real wisdom, where do you find it? When you need answers for what life throws at you, who do you look to? Celebrities? Sports superstars? Late night talk show hosts? Friends on Facebook? Magazines in the supermarket. YouTube stars? Google? Alexa? Daniel was in a life threatening situation and he needed wisdom fast before it was too late for he and 3 of his closest friends. What did he do? Who did he go to? Find out in this episode.
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Your self talk, is it good or bad? Is it helping you or hindering you?
Monitoring your self talk, listening to what you tell yourself, is a key habit everyone should develop according to Dr. Warren Haynes, Director of the ADVANCE program at Gateway Seminary in Ontario, Ca. "Fact checking" what you're thinking makes a big difference and then understanding what actions you need to follow up with. These, and other skills are discussed in this episode on Conversational Self-Talk, from Dr. Haynes latest book, "How to Communicate On Purpose. 12 Skills Christians Need to Make Conversations Matter." (Available at Amazon.com) https://a.co/h83Gm5l You can reach Dr. Haynes at his website at: WarrenTalks.com
Podcast copyright 2021 Rockville Radio 7.77 "How to Communicate On Purpose" Copyright 2021 Dr. Warren Haynes
History should be called, "HIS story."
This half hour presentation is meant to accompany the powerpoint taken from the new book, "HIS story repeats itself." Calling attention to a pair of similar events in the history of Great Britain: The sea battle with the Spanish Armada in 1588 & The Battle of Britain in 1940. For information about the book or the audio book please email: rockvilleradio777@gmail.com.
The song, "King Philip's Invincible Armada" is copyright 2021 Rockville Radio 7.77.
Being a better listener. Improving your skills and growing. With Dr. Warren Haynes.
How would you rate your skills as a listener on a scale from 1-10? Being a better listener will help you build better relationships with those around you as well as your relationship with God. Dr. Warren Haynes shares some key advice to help you improve your ability to hear what others say and to respond appropriately. The material Dr. Haynes shares is from his latest book, "How to Communicate ON Purpose." Subtitled: 12 Skills Christians Need to Make Conversations Matter. (Available through Amazon Books Copyright 2021 Warren Haynes.)
Podcast episode and song, "This is how you pray to the Lord," Copyright 2012 Rockville Radio 7.77
Attitudes about Aging. What's your opinion?
Experts have tons of advice about how to view aging. Some say it's all about nutrition, exercise and staying engaged as well as keeping your mind sharp. All of those are certainly essential, how about the spiritual aspect? This episode explores attitudes about aging as well as some real life ways to approach aging from scriptural examples.
Podcast episode and song, "The Sons of Thunder," copyright 2021 Rockville Radio 7.77
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The World's Most Powerful Flashlight (Not an Ad)
This is not an informercial for some kind of a new product. This Light source is free and comes without batteries or other needed accessaries. You can always use it to find your way through the darkest places, you can shine it down on your feet or on the walkway of life in front of you so that you won't fall and get hurt. You might say that it is a "Spiritual Flashlight."
Podcast Episode and song, "The Apple Of His Eye," Copyright 2021 Rockville Radio 7.77
Ways to improve your memory
There are many memory improvement techniques out there. Lots of them are very valuable and even claim to help prevent memory loss. but what about the memory of what God has done? Isn't this really the most important area of mental and spiritual health. Listen and hear about ways to improve these areas.
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"The Woman at the Well." Copyright Songs in the Night Music 2020. Featuring Jerry Mosco on Lead guitar.
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Do you wish you could be a billionaire? Someone who, "owned it all?"
Owning it all, having your own island, or your own private jet. Some people have things like that. But there is really only one who can claim that he truly "owns it all?" Do you know who that is? And since he does own it all he can give you whatever you need if you are willing to live for him. Find out more by listening to this episode. This podcast is dedicated to the memory of Rockville Radio 7.77 listener Brian Devine who was a good friend and supporter and guest, who passed away Dec. 2020.
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January 27, 2021
Hanging in there. Persevering during tough times.
It's easy for others to say, "just hang in there," during bad times. How do you persevere, and endure hardship? Job in the Old Testament, also mentioned in the New Testament book of James, gives us a great example. Job, "hung in there," as we would say. James called it perseverance or patience. The word of God says the last part of his life, his last years were the best part of his life.
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How do you find hope and healing after losing someone you love?
You may have lost someone you love deeply and now you're trying to figure out how to make it while dealing with all of the other pressures in life. Kim Peacock was at a normal family outing during Christmas vacation one year when her oldest daughter Nicole was suddenly taken from her in a tragic accident while driving an ATV on the sand dunes. Kim and her family had their entire world thrown into chaos when the time of fun and enjoyment turned into a period of mourning and grief. Listen in as Kim shares her story from her book "Victorious Heart." You'll be encouraged and comforted by how God helps each of us in those moments when we most need him.
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Wishing you a Merry Christmas from Rockville Radio 7.77
Merry Christmas to you and your family. Just a short song inspired by the real meaning behind Christmas. Around the world Christmas stands for different things but the true meaning is found in the gospels of the New Testament of the Bible. My favorite book, Matthew, tells the account of the birth of Jesus in Chapter 1-2. Please read those chapters. He came to rescue you from your sins and eternal separation from God. All you need to do is accept him as your Savior.
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"Come down Babe and rescue us." Copyright 2011 Songs in the Night
Can you be thankful at all times? Is that possible?
Studies and research have shown that there are huge health benefits linked with gratitude. Being thankful. Since that's true shouldn't people be thankful everyday? One of the best examples is someone who lost it all, family, possessions, wealth and health and still gave thanks to God. Who was this person? Why didn't he give up?
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Being joyful even when things aren't joyful.
Is it really possible to have joy even when everything bums you out and threatens to bring you down? If so how do you experience joy in any set of circumstances? This episode looks at key example and takes you to specific scriptures in the Old and New Testaments in order to help you cope with the challenges that can steal your joy. Key points: 1. The Joy of the Lord is our strength. 2. Don't wait for circumstances to change, start being joyful today. 3. Joy is like medicine, it can cause healing. 4. Rejoice in the Lord always.
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Protecting the past instead of tearing it down. From the perspective of 2 History teachers.
Tearing down statues is nothing new, but recently here in the U.S. a group labeled as the "Cancel Culture," went on a rampage to try to remove almost every statue imaginable. The era they seemed to target most was the American Civil War (1861-1865.) On this episode, U.S. History teacher Edward (a previous guest,) and Rockville Radio 7.77 host Bill (a retired U.S. History teacher,) discuss these recent events while defending the necessity of memorials, monuments, etc. because of the shortness of the human memory and the need to prevent the tendency to repeat the same historical mistakes. Along the way the example from the book of Joshua is highlighted in which the Lord tells His people to construct monuments for future generations. (*Side note: If all memory of the American Civil War disappeared from the public memory so would the heroics of the All African-American U.S. Army unit the 54th Massachusetts profiled in the popular movie "Glory." They were honored for their bravery and courage and should not be forgotten.)
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How do you feel about tests? God can help us pass the tests that come our way.
Taking tests in school is one thing but tests that come our way in real life is another story. Throughout scripture people were tested time after time. God allows testing to strengthen faith. He wants us to pass the tests and to learn from the examples in the Bible of those who faced it.
"I'll Believe it when I see it." Are you guilty of saying that, especially in matters of faith and God?
Throughout time many have said, "I'll believe it when I see it." But that is the opposite of true faith which involves believing before you see it. Two people are highlighted who both said that, in their own way, but they are prime examples of doubt and not faith. Jesus even told one of them, "Doubting" Thomas, that the people who were blessed were the ones who could believe without having to see anything.
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Should you sweat the small stuff? Listen to this episode and find out.
Have you ever heard the saying, "don't sweat the small stuff?" The Bible actually tells you to do the opposite. The prophet Zechariah was used by God to tell his people, by asking them the question, "For who has despised the day of small things?" This episode highlights that principle with examples of people from scripture as well as history, along with the story of a local man who took his job serious.
(Minor correction to the podcast: Lewis and Clark Expedition was 1804-1805)
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"I got this!" How many times have you said that and then fell flat on your face.
Failing to ask for help can lead to disaster. There is a way to avoid making the mistake of relying only on yourself and then suffering the consequences. You can ask God to show you the best way to do things. Hear an example from the Bible that teaches us to ask God first before we step out to do something that we think we can handle on our own.
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Are you fighting battles too difficult to win? Dealing with gigantic problems?
Stop fighting your own battles and learn how to see victory by letting God take over. The Bible teaches this lesson in a number of places. One of the best examples is found in 1 Samuel 17. Here the small shepherd boy, and future king of Israel, David, takes on Goliath, the giant who intimidated an entire army of seasoned warriors. David knew that our battles are really not ours, but God's.
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Not sure who to follow? Don't just follow the crowd.
It may look like the majority of people are correct when it comes to politics, fashion, music, social media, opinions etc. But following the crowd is not the wisest way to live your life. The Bible tells us in several places that not following the culture around us, not following the world, not following the crowd is actually the better way to live.
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When tempted to think negatively, there are 7 things you should think about that can help you. Do you know what they are and how to find them?
Can you watch what you're thinking and not get caught up in the circumstances around you? You can't always change people and problems but you can alter your frame of mind. The Bible spells it out for you in Philippians 4:8. The apostle Paul highlights 7 important things you should consider. Don't dwell on the bad things, focus on the list of 7 items Paul wrote about.
Are you feeling like you're in a deep valley, or on a tall mountain? Geography doesn't matter to God. He can help no matter where you are.
God's Geography Lesson teaches that no matter where you feel like you are right now, a deep, dark valley, or the highest mountain top, God can help you. Terrain, circumstances, challenges, etc. don't matter to Him, the king of Israel saw this lesson firsthand when Israel's enemies thought they could attack them on the plains because God could only aid them if they were up in the higher elevations of the hills. Based on 1 Kings 20:23-29
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Build Your Life on a Solid Foundation (Just like a Smart Contractor.)
To live a life that can withstand even the toughest of times depends on having a solid foundation, just like the tallest buildings which are designed to last. Using his experience in remodeling, and construction, as well as 10 years with Home Depot, Bennett Shryock shares insights into Jesus' parable of the 2 builders, one wise and the other foolish. Bennett helps make that connection between the construction world and the spiritual application of this scripture clear for all of us.
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Fake News Vs. Real News (From a Biblical Perspective.) How to spot what's fake and what's real.
Do you believe everything you see and hear in the media? Are you forming opinions and taking action or having your blood pressure rise without really making sure the stories are real? Pastor, News Journalist, Author, Media Commentator, Rene De La Cruz helps to explain from both the Biblical perspective, and his experience as a news reporter, some of the key differences between Fake news, Real News, and The Good News The Word of God.
What's Going on in America? How Do You Make Sense Out of Everything?
"American Democracy - Christian Morality = Chaos," the title of this episode with Christian Thinker, Speaker, Jim Lewis. Why is the nation seeing one crisis after another springing up? Racism, violence, protests, and scandals etc. An examination of some of the causes behind these very disturbing, troubling events, with hope and prayer for God's help and change.
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Life behind bars: Prisons in America. With Federal Corrections Officer Brian Devine
What is life like in America's prisons? The U.S. has the highest incarceration rate in the world. America spends almost $200 billion annually to keep anywhere from 1.5 to 2 billion people locked behind bars. Retired Corrections Officer Brian Devine sheds some light from personal experience and how the Lord is working inside the Correctional system.
Help for homeschooling families. With Math Teacher Adrian Acosta
Looking for support while trying to help your children learn at home? Math Teacher Adrian Acosta has 20 years of experience guiding parents and students through an independent study program connected to one of the largest charter schools in Southern California. Adrian offers advice and helpful resources to help you navigate the waters of home based education.
Need strength but nobody is around to help? Learn how can you strengthen yourself today.
Advice from Pastor Christopher Rodriguez who is familiar with both the gym and the pulpit. When King David found himself in a situation where no one was there who would strengthen him, the Bible says that he strengthened himself in the Lord. You can do likewise. Along the way Pastor Christopher also talks about the component of physical conditioning as well.
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How to Avoid Being a Fool. Advice from scripture.
No one wants to be known as a fool. According to the Bible there was a man whose very name meant, "fool." How can we avoid the trap he fell into so that we won't be thought of the same way. What does the word of God teach us? Listen to this man's story and pray you'll steer clear of things that can make one foolish.
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Need to take a step of faith? Listen to a couple of good examples.
Feel like change is overdue but reluctant to take a step of faith? Not a foolish risk of course, perhaps a badly needed move toward freedom from something in your life. High Desert U.S. History teacher Edward talks about America's first real battle, Lexington April 1775. Americans knew they needed a big change but they also were aware that it wouldn't come without a cost. Edward shows how worthwhile causes can come with a cost but also the reward of freedom.
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Stop saying, "I can't."
- Do you ever say "I can't," when Jesus tells you that you can?
This episode talks about a man who tried for 38 long years to see God bring healing to him. When God's perfect time came he ended up telling Jesus that he couldn't see how he would ever be the object of a miracle. Listen and learn the the important principle of trusting in what Jesus tells us to do despite the previous outcomes.
Facing Times of Trouble? Vietnam Vet George Gutierrez has some Biblical advice for you.
In Vietnam George Gutierrez faced firefights with the enemy and airdrops of toxic chemical agent orange but survived to later give his life to Jesus Christ. George offers words of encouragement to all who are looking for real answers from the word of God for the tough and difficult times.
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