https://bibletalk.tv/video-blog en-us © 2026 BibleTalk.tv BibleTalk.tv BibleTalk.tv podcasts@bibletalk.tv no episodic Mike Mazzalongo The Cross has always been a powerful reminder of the suffering of Jesus Christ. It has also been a reference point for things Christians must suffer to serve the Lord. In this lesson we will look at how 'Carrying the Cross' demonstrates the way we respond to hardships and suffering. The Cross has always been a powerful reminder of the suffering of Jesus Christ. It has also been a reference point for things Christians must suffer to serve the Lord. In this lesson we will look at how 'Carrying the Cross' demonstrates the way we respond to hardships and suffering. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 19:00:00 -0500 6:15 https://bibletalk.tv/carrying-the-cross-of-jesus-christ.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/carrying-the-cross-of-jesus-christ 1 Mike Mazzalongo Don't let the weight of sin keep you from coming back to Christ Don't let the weight of sin keep you from coming back to Christ Wed, 21 Mar 2012 02:00:00 -0500 5:08 https://bibletalk.tv/parable-of-the-cork.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/parable-of-the-cork 2 Mike Mazzalongo The most sincere thing we can desire for somebody else is their happiness. It's usually the thing parents want the most for their children. They want their children to be happy. In this entry we'll look at the 4 rules for a happy life. The most sincere thing we can desire for somebody else is their happiness. It's usually the thing parents want the most for their children. They want their children to be happy. In this entry we'll look at the 4 rules for a happy life. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 19:00:00 -0500 7:09 https://bibletalk.tv/4-rules-for-a-happy-life.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/4-rules-for-a-happy-life 3 Mike Mazzalongo Often, we've known God as the object of our prayers and praise, but do we truly see Him as our Savior in moments of need? Often, we've known God as the object of our prayers and praise, but do we truly see Him as our Savior in moments of need? Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500 5:52 https://bibletalk.tv/jesus-our-everyday-savior.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/jesus-our-everyday-savior 4 Mike Mazzalongo How does one go from having no faith to having complete faith? OK I have faith, now what? These are the questions we discuss in this video blog. How does one go from having no faith to having complete faith? OK I have faith, now what? These are the questions we discuss in this video blog. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 19:00:00 -0500 8:26 https://bibletalk.tv/from-zero-to-faith.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/from-zero-to-faith 5 Mike Mazzalongo In this lesson we talk about Ecclesiastes 3:1 where Solomon describes there is a time for everything. When we realize there is a time for everything it will add so much to our lives. In this lesson we talk about Ecclesiastes 3:1 where Solomon describes there is a time for everything. When we realize there is a time for everything it will add so much to our lives. Sat, 31 Mar 2012 19:00:00 -0500 7:50 https://bibletalk.tv/a-time-for-everything.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/a-time-for-everything 6 Mike Mazzalongo The first of a 3 part series examining the qualities that promote harmony, joy, and intimacy in family settings. The first of a 3 part series examining the qualities that promote harmony, joy, and intimacy in family settings. Sun, 29 Apr 2012 02:00:00 -0500 8:33 https://bibletalk.tv/recipe-for-a-successful-family.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/recipe-for-a-successful-family 7 Mike Mazzalongo Part 2 of a 3 part series looking at the ingredients for success in the family as well as the pursuit of satisfying and rewarding careers. Part 2 of a 3 part series looking at the ingredients for success in the family as well as the pursuit of satisfying and rewarding careers. Tue, 01 May 2012 02:00:00 -0500 5:56 https://bibletalk.tv/recipe-for-a-successful-career.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/recipe-for-a-successful-career 8 Mike Mazzalongo Part 3 of a series looking at family, career and the way to experience a true spiritual regeneration in this life and an eternal existence in the next. Part 3 of a series looking at family, career and the way to experience a true spiritual regeneration in this life and an eternal existence in the next. Fri, 04 May 2012 02:00:00 -0500 5:16 https://bibletalk.tv/recipe-for-a-successful-spiritual-life.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/recipe-for-a-successful-spiritual-life 9 Mike Mazzalongo The seemingly unimportant details contained in the Bible often contain important lessons if we look closely enough. The seemingly unimportant details contained in the Bible often contain important lessons if we look closely enough. Wed, 20 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0500 5:46 https://bibletalk.tv/big-lessons-from-small-things.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/big-lessons-from-small-things 10 Mike Mazzalongo Regardless of what one believes concerning the return of Christ, there are things that every Christian needs to do before the second coming. Regardless of what one believes concerning the return of Christ, there are things that every Christian needs to do before the second coming. Wed, 20 Jun 2012 02:00:00 -0500 6:56 https://bibletalk.tv/what-to-do-while-you-wait-for-jesus.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/what-to-do-while-you-wait-for-jesus 11 Mike Mazzalongo The amazing ability of some creatures to know the true voice of their mates is compared to a disciple's devotion to Christ and His word. The amazing ability of some creatures to know the true voice of their mates is compared to a disciple's devotion to Christ and His word. Thu, 06 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0600 4:54 https://bibletalk.tv/penguin-love.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/penguin-love 12 Mike Mazzalongo There's a lot of misunderstanding about how a Christian should deal with anger issues. In this blog we look at how Christians can deal with anger issues. There's a lot of misunderstanding about how a Christian should deal with anger issues. In this blog we look at how Christians can deal with anger issues. Fri, 07 Dec 2012 18:00:00 -0600 4:18 https://bibletalk.tv/angry-words.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/angry-words 13 Mike Mazzalongo Which would you choose: Loss of body function or loss of mind function? Which would you choose: Loss of body function or loss of mind function? Sun, 16 Dec 2012 18:00:00 -0600 2:33 https://bibletalk.tv/dental-theology.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/dental-theology 14 Mike Mazzalongo Last minute Christmas sales and talk of the "fiscal cliff" were brutally replaced by headlines reporting that twenty children and six adults were murdered in a Connecticut elementary school last week. Last minute Christmas sales and talk of the "fiscal cliff" were brutally replaced by headlines reporting that twenty children and six adults were murdered in a Connecticut elementary school last week. Tue, 18 Dec 2012 02:00:00 -0600 2:16 https://bibletalk.tv/the-christmas-shooter.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/the-christmas-shooter 15 Mike Mazzalongo It seems that sooner or later every idea in the Bible is challenged in one way or another. In this video blog we'll answer those who challenge the following type of questions: "Is it necessary to be baptized in order to be saved?" or "Is baptism really necessary for me to be a Christian?" It seems that sooner or later every idea in the Bible is challenged in one way or another. In this video blog we'll answer those who challenge the following type of questions: "Is it necessary to be baptized in order to be saved?" or "Is baptism really necessary for me to be a Christian?" Wed, 02 Jan 2013 02:00:00 -0600 4:46 https://bibletalk.tv/is-baptism-really-necessary.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/is-baptism-really-necessary 16 Mike Mazzalongo You know you're a senior when the kid at the box office doesn't want to see proof of age when you ask for the senior discount at the movies. This scene along with the other signs of age have gotten me thinking about the future and what I want and don't want as I go from being a senior to just being old. You know you're a senior when the kid at the box office doesn't want to see proof of age when you ask for the senior discount at the movies. This scene along with the other signs of age have gotten me thinking about the future and what I want and don't want as I go from being a senior to just being old. Sun, 16 Sep 2012 02:00:00 -0500 2:57 https://bibletalk.tv/senioritis.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/senioritis 17 Mike Mazzalongo The recent trend in education and politics to remove any mention of God or the Bible is really a subtle attack on individual rights and freedoms. The recent trend in education and politics to remove any mention of God or the Bible is really a subtle attack on individual rights and freedoms. Tue, 14 Aug 2012 19:00:00 -0500 2:54 https://bibletalk.tv/god-given-rights.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/god-given-rights 18 Mike Mazzalongo Senior "moments" usually refer to bouts of forgetfulness that seem to overtake all of us as we grow older. However, these moments can also refer to insights and lessons that come if you have been around for a while. Senior "moments" usually refer to bouts of forgetfulness that seem to overtake all of us as we grow older. However, these moments can also refer to insights and lessons that come if you have been around for a while. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 02:00:00 -0500 2:50 https://bibletalk.tv/senior-moments.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/senior-moments 19 Mike Mazzalongo Let's get it straight. The road to immortality does not run through the uncertain terrain of cloning. Let's get it straight. The road to immortality does not run through the uncertain terrain of cloning. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:00:00 -0600 1:36 https://bibletalk.tv/you-cant-clone-a-soul.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/you-cant-clone-a-soul 20 Mike Mazzalongo In several weeks, we'll be celebrating the graduation of our high school and college seniors. In several weeks, we'll be celebrating the graduation of our high school and college seniors. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 02:00:00 -0600 1:32 https://bibletalk.tv/the-gift-that-got-them-there.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/the-gift-that-got-them-there 21 Mike Mazzalongo The Bible teaches us to honor our fathers and mothers. One way to do this is to live in such a way that they receive honor from what we say and do. I'd like to honor my own mother, Jane Rose Mazzalongo, by sharing three important lessons she has taught me. The Bible teaches us to honor our fathers and mothers. One way to do this is to live in such a way that they receive honor from what we say and do. I'd like to honor my own mother, Jane Rose Mazzalongo, by sharing three important lessons she has taught me. Fri, 31 Dec 2010 18:00:00 -0600 1:59 https://bibletalk.tv/things-my-mother-taught-me.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/things-my-mother-taught-me 22 Mike Mazzalongo I was going through my pictures from the trip to Israel. Sorting, identifying – you know, the type of thing necessary to keep the memory of that wonderful experience alive. During this time it dawned on me that despite my efforts of the day and week, people were still dying without Christ. I was going through my pictures from the trip to Israel. Sorting, identifying – you know, the type of thing necessary to keep the memory of that wonderful experience alive. During this time it dawned on me that despite my efforts of the day and week, people were still dying without Christ. Mon, 17 Jan 2000 02:00:00 -0600 1:46 https://bibletalk.tv/while-the-world-perishes.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/while-the-world-perishes 23 Mike Mazzalongo "Bad company corrupts good morals" (1 Cor. 15:33), has always been the parent's most reliable come back to their children's lack of judgment in choosing friends. It's Biblical, easy to remember, and so to the point. "Bad company corrupts good morals" (1 Cor. 15:33), has always been the parent's most reliable come back to their children's lack of judgment in choosing friends. It's Biblical, easy to remember, and so to the point. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:00:00 -0600 1:40 https://bibletalk.tv/what-are-they-learning.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/what-are-they-learning 24 Mike Mazzalongo Critics often refer to the maturing of authors as the process of "finding one's voice." For example, writers who hit upon a message or theme in their books that make an impact on their readers are said to have found their "true voice." Critics often refer to the maturing of authors as the process of "finding one's voice." For example, writers who hit upon a message or theme in their books that make an impact on their readers are said to have found their "true voice." Tue, 01 May 2012 02:00:00 -0500 1:46 https://bibletalk.tv/the-voice-of-faith.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/the-voice-of-faith 25 Mike Mazzalongo She's lived in the same house for over forty years. I suppose that's why it is so difficult for my wife to lose her mother to illness and advanced age. The picture of her parents in that big old house with the comfortable chairs on the wide porch has remained constant for over four decades. She's lived in the same house for over forty years. I suppose that's why it is so difficult for my wife to lose her mother to illness and advanced age. The picture of her parents in that big old house with the comfortable chairs on the wide porch has remained constant for over four decades. Sun, 03 Dec 2000 12:00:00 -0600 1:44 https://bibletalk.tv/things-that-change.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/things-that-change 26 Mike Mazzalongo As a preacher, I've long ago discovered that home is where you're preaching at the moment. My wife and I often talk about the disconnect we feel because of a ministry that leads us to move an average of every seven years or so. As a preacher, I've long ago discovered that home is where you're preaching at the moment. My wife and I often talk about the disconnect we feel because of a ministry that leads us to move an average of every seven years or so. Sun, 13 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0600 1:44 https://bibletalk.tv/there-is-no-place-like-home.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/there-is-no-place-like-home 27 Mike Mazzalongo The recent arrest of Kim Dotcom, CEO of the website Megaupload, for copyright crimes reminds us that stealing is still stealing... The recent arrest of Kim Dotcom, CEO of the website Megaupload, for copyright crimes reminds us that stealing is still stealing... Tue, 31 Jan 2012 02:00:00 -0600 2:25 https://bibletalk.tv/its-still-called-stealing.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/its-still-called-stealing 28 Mike Mazzalongo One of the treasured memories of growing up in a French family in Quebec was the New Year's Day "blessing One of the treasured memories of growing up in a French family in Quebec was the New Year's Day "blessing Thu, 26 Jan 2012 02:00:00 -0600 1:51 https://bibletalk.tv/the-blessing.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/the-blessing 29 Mike Mazzalongo In I Chronicles 29:28, the writer summarizes David's life at his passing by enumerating three blessings any one of us today can relate to: In I Chronicles 29:28, the writer summarizes David's life at his passing by enumerating three blessings any one of us today can relate to: Wed, 01 Feb 2012 02:00:00 -0600 2:16 https://bibletalk.tv/the-good-life.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/the-good-life 30 Mike Mazzalongo It doesn't matter what the world thinks of me...so long as Christ thinks of me. It doesn't matter what the world thinks of me...so long as Christ thinks of me. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 18:00:00 -0600 1:03 https://bibletalk.tv/7-things-that-dont-matter.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/7-things-that-dont-matter 31 Mike Mazzalongo Quarterback Tim Tebow's public display of faith has ignited a debate over the role that religion plays in sports. Does God care about who wins or loses? Can prayer alter the results of a sporting event? Will the most spiritually minded team win Super Bowl XLVI? Quarterback Tim Tebow's public display of faith has ignited a debate over the role that religion plays in sports. Does God care about who wins or loses? Can prayer alter the results of a sporting event? Will the most spiritually minded team win Super Bowl XLVI? Sun, 08 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0600 1:56 https://bibletalk.tv/does-god-care-about-the-super-bowl.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/does-god-care-about-the-super-bowl 32 Mike Mazzalongo I hated the Toronto Maple Leafs. Back in the fifties and sixties they were the arch rivals of the Montreal Canadiens when hockey in Canada only had six teams. I hated the Toronto Maple Leafs. Back in the fifties and sixties they were the arch rivals of the Montreal Canadiens when hockey in Canada only had six teams. Sun, 20 Jan 2013 02:00:00 -0600 1:49 https://bibletalk.tv/sitting-on-the-puck.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/sitting-on-the-puck 33 Mike Mazzalongo Peace or conflict? Being a Christian will always bring the disciple into conflict with one's surroundings. Christianity goes against the grain of this world - its ideas, actions, desires. Peace or conflict? Being a Christian will always bring the disciple into conflict with one's surroundings. Christianity goes against the grain of this world - its ideas, actions, desires. Wed, 19 Dec 2012 18:00:00 -0600 7:40 https://bibletalk.tv/3-choices-christians-need-to-make.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/3-choices-christians-need-to-make 34 Mike Mazzalongo She won us over in a minute. We staggered into the truck stop after an 800 mile drive. We were hungry, tired, and in no mood for polite talk. Our waitress had her own problems, having to cover two separate seating sections since she was obviously the only server on the floor. This did not defeat her good humor and attentiveness however. She won us over in a minute. We staggered into the truck stop after an 800 mile drive. We were hungry, tired, and in no mood for polite talk. Our waitress had her own problems, having to cover two separate seating sections since she was obviously the only server on the floor. This did not defeat her good humor and attentiveness however. Sat, 05 Nov 2011 02:00:00 -0500 1:33 https://bibletalk.tv/revival-at-the-flying-j.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/revival-at-the-flying-j 35 Mike Mazzalongo As a Christian parent, my prayer has always been that my children come to Christ as soon as possible. This they have all done and I am thankful, but as I review my own journey of faith, I recognize that there are certain advantages for those (such as myself) who were converted as adults: As a Christian parent, my prayer has always been that my children come to Christ as soon as possible. This they have all done and I am thankful, but as I review my own journey of faith, I recognize that there are certain advantages for those (such as myself) who were converted as adults: Sun, 25 Jul 1999 19:00:00 -0500 1:54 https://bibletalk.tv/the-advantage-of-adult-conversion.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/the-advantage-of-adult-conversion 36 Mike Mazzalongo Watching people die is always a growth experience. I don't say this lightly because the trauma for family and friends is real and painful. But if you're in the medical profession or serve as a hospice worker or minister, the constant passing of people from this life to the next occurs repeatedly in your everyday work and serves more to teach than frighten or depress. Watching people die is always a growth experience. I don't say this lightly because the trauma for family and friends is real and painful. But if you're in the medical profession or serve as a hospice worker or minister, the constant passing of people from this life to the next occurs repeatedly in your everyday work and serves more to teach than frighten or depress. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:00:00 -0600 2:10 https://bibletalk.tv/what-would-you-do-differently.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/what-would-you-do-differently 37 Mike Mazzalongo Recently I heard a report on the radio about a movement where people were once again choosing to remain celibate before marriage. A spokesperson for this group explained that reclaiming one's sexuality in this way was an effort to produce sexual rebirth and renewal. Recently I heard a report on the radio about a movement where people were once again choosing to remain celibate before marriage. A spokesperson for this group explained that reclaiming one's sexuality in this way was an effort to produce sexual rebirth and renewal. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 18:00:00 -0600 1:50 https://bibletalk.tv/born-again-virgins.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/born-again-virgins 38 Mike Mazzalongo Ever notice the amount of trouble your tongue gets you into? I think this type of weakness was on Jesus' mind when He chose Peter to become an apostle. A classic story that typified the problem occurs in Matthew 26:35 where Peter blurts out that no matter what, he will never deny or abandon Jesus. Ever notice the amount of trouble your tongue gets you into? I think this type of weakness was on Jesus' mind when He chose Peter to become an apostle. A classic story that typified the problem occurs in Matthew 26:35 where Peter blurts out that no matter what, he will never deny or abandon Jesus. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:00:00 -0600 2:00 https://bibletalk.tv/tongue-trouble.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/tongue-trouble 39 Mike Mazzalongo Ezekiel outlines the duties of the newly appointed priests and he says that one of their tasks was to teach the people the difference between what is holy and what is common; what is clean and unclean. Ezekiel outlines the duties of the newly appointed priests and he says that one of their tasks was to teach the people the difference between what is holy and what is common; what is clean and unclean. Sun, 18 Dec 2011 18:00:00 -0600 1:54 https://bibletalk.tv/common-vs-holy.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/common-vs-holy 40 Mike Mazzalongo I suppose one sign that I'm truly over the hill is that I can no longer stand loud, aggressive music. I never thought that I'd be the one to yell, "Turn it down!" I suppose one sign that I'm truly over the hill is that I can no longer stand loud, aggressive music. I never thought that I'd be the one to yell, "Turn it down!" Sun, 29 Jan 2012 02:00:00 -0600 1:39 https://bibletalk.tv/pump-it-up.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/pump-it-up 41 Mike Mazzalongo As Memorial Day approaches, the nation honors those in the military past and present who have served and died to protect this nation. As Memorial Day approaches, the nation honors those in the military past and present who have served and died to protect this nation. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:00:00 -0600 2:24 https://bibletalk.tv/remember-your-enemies.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/remember-your-enemies 42 Mike Mazzalongo I want to share with you the first thoughts I had after seeing the 9/11 tragedy in real time on television on that terrible day. Each anniversary of that event brings them back to my mind. I want to share with you the first thoughts I had after seeing the 9/11 tragedy in real time on television on that terrible day. Each anniversary of that event brings them back to my mind. Sun, 23 Sep 2001 02:00:00 -0500 1:37 https://bibletalk.tv/satan-unmasked.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/satan-unmasked 43 Mike Mazzalongo President Bush struck a compromise in his decision over stem cell research. He had three Federal government funding options. President Bush struck a compromise in his decision over stem cell research. He had three Federal government funding options. Sun, 18 Dec 2011 18:00:00 -0600 2:28 https://bibletalk.tv/complexity-or-courage.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/complexity-or-courage 44 Mike Mazzalongo It seems that the surest way to secure your fifteen minutes of fame in America these days is to declare to the world that you're gay. It seems that the surest way to secure your fifteen minutes of fame in America these days is to declare to the world that you're gay. Tue, 25 Feb 2014 18:00:00 -0600 4:28 https://bibletalk.tv/gay-nation.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/gay-nation 45 Mike Mazzalongo They say that smell is attached to memory and I believe it. My parents have been dead for years and yet they are brought to mind most readily through my sense of smell. They say that smell is attached to memory and I believe it. My parents have been dead for years and yet they are brought to mind most readily through my sense of smell. Sat, 22 Feb 2014 18:00:00 -0600 2:07 https://bibletalk.tv/the-scent-of-christmas.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/the-scent-of-christmas 46 Mike Mazzalongo It has long been held that preachers can't count. I suppose it's because they usually overestimate the size of attendance or count the unborn babies as present. It has long been held that preachers can't count. I suppose it's because they usually overestimate the size of attendance or count the unborn babies as present. Wed, 02 Nov 2016 09:30:00 -0500 1:52 https://bibletalk.tv/preacher-count.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/preacher-count 47 Mike Mazzalongo One of the more subtle mistakes we make in our spiritual lives is to substitute polite conversation for heartfelt prayer with God. Polite conversation tends to review the things we know God likes to hear; praise for His kindness, petition for our needs, a reference to others and their needs. One of the more subtle mistakes we make in our spiritual lives is to substitute polite conversation for heartfelt prayer with God. Polite conversation tends to review the things we know God likes to hear; praise for His kindness, petition for our needs, a reference to others and their needs. Wed, 14 May 2014 14:15:00 -0500 2:02 https://bibletalk.tv/polite-conversation.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/polite-conversation 48 Mike Mazzalongo In Genesis 27 we read the story of how Isaac's attempt to bless Esau (against God's will) was foiled by Rebekah's devious intervention. Isaac's disobedience and Rebekah's scheming demonstrate that even in old age, as they were, it is possible to fall into serious sin. In Genesis 27 we read the story of how Isaac's attempt to bless Esau (against God's will) was foiled by Rebekah's devious intervention. Isaac's disobedience and Rebekah's scheming demonstrate that even in old age, as they were, it is possible to fall into serious sin. Thu, 22 May 2014 16:00:00 -0500 1:52 https://bibletalk.tv/seniors-and-sin.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/seniors-and-sin 49 Mike Mazzalongo The Old Testament law stated that in capital offenses, the primary witness was to cast the first stone at the point of execution. (Deuteronomy 17:7) In the story of the woman caught in adultery (John 8:1-11) Jesus refers to this point of law when addressing the woman's accusers, however He reverses the rules for this occasion. The Old Testament law stated that in capital offenses, the primary witness was to cast the first stone at the point of execution. (Deuteronomy 17:7) In the story of the woman caught in adultery (John 8:1-11) Jesus refers to this point of law when addressing the woman's accusers, however He reverses the rules for this occasion. Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:30:00 -0500 2:03 https://bibletalk.tv/rock-throwing.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/rock-throwing 50 Mike Mazzalongo I saw Mohammed Ali making an appearance on TV the other day. He was frail and shaky, a victim of Parkinson's disease. His spokesperson said the former champ was here to promote love and unity and Ali's eyes lit up when the kids approached to hug him and shake his hand - a response of love. I saw Mohammed Ali making an appearance on TV the other day. He was frail and shaky, a victim of Parkinson's disease. His spokesperson said the former champ was here to promote love and unity and Ali's eyes lit up when the kids approached to hug him and shake his hand - a response of love. Mon, 23 Jun 2014 11:45:00 -0500 2:05 https://bibletalk.tv/power-of-love.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/power-of-love 51 Mike Mazzalongo Solomon spent much of his life searching in all the wrong places for the things that would satisfy him. He tried wealth, sensual pleasure, building projects and various intellectual pursuits. But he found that with each new peak experience there was a valley of dissatisfaction that soon followed. Solomon spent much of his life searching in all the wrong places for the things that would satisfy him. He tried wealth, sensual pleasure, building projects and various intellectual pursuits. But he found that with each new peak experience there was a valley of dissatisfaction that soon followed. Tue, 01 Jul 2014 21:30:00 -0500 3:01 https://bibletalk.tv/solomons-summary.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/solomons-summary 52 Mike Mazzalongo Most discussions concerning "miracles" usually devolve into a semantics exercise wherein the exact nature of what a miracle is becomes foremost and the idea of power is left aside. And yet the two are inseparable since the miracle and the power behind it are one. Most discussions concerning "miracles" usually devolve into a semantics exercise wherein the exact nature of what a miracle is becomes foremost and the idea of power is left aside. And yet the two are inseparable since the miracle and the power behind it are one. Wed, 06 Aug 2014 15:00:00 -0500 4:26 https://bibletalk.tv/the-passion-as-witness.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/the-passion-as-witness 53 Mike Mazzalongo The old adage, "Winning the battle, losing the war", is a warning to those involved in a struggle that it is important to keep one's eye on what you're fighting for. The old adage, "Winning the battle, losing the war", is a warning to those involved in a struggle that it is important to keep one's eye on what you're fighting for. Tue, 18 Mar 2014 14:00:00 -0500 1:39 https://bibletalk.tv/winning-the-war.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/winning-the-war 54 Mike Mazzalongo We think eternal life is the "good life" transported to another place and made to continue without end. We think eternal life is the "good life" transported to another place and made to continue without end. Tue, 16 Jun 2015 09:30:00 -0500 2:06 https://bibletalk.tv/why-wait-for-eternal-life.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/why-wait-for-eternal-life 55 Mike Mazzalongo The cross and the plastic flowers along the side of the highway usually appear unexpectedly. You're rounding a curve or cruising along and suddenly someone's marked a spot where a life tragically ended in some terrible crash that is all but forgotten save for this roadside shrine. The cross and the plastic flowers along the side of the highway usually appear unexpectedly. You're rounding a curve or cruising along and suddenly someone's marked a spot where a life tragically ended in some terrible crash that is all but forgotten save for this roadside shrine. Sat, 27 Apr 2013 02:00:00 -0500 4:06 https://bibletalk.tv/roadside-shrines.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/roadside-shrines 56 Mike Mazzalongo It's amazing how being thirty thousand feet in the air can give you a whole new perspective on life. Recently, I few out to California and, as the plane cruised far above the desert and mountains, I realized how different life seemed from this precarious angle. It's amazing how being thirty thousand feet in the air can give you a whole new perspective on life. Recently, I few out to California and, as the plane cruised far above the desert and mountains, I realized how different life seemed from this precarious angle. Fri, 16 Aug 2013 15:50:00 -0500 1:50 https://bibletalk.tv/plane-thinking-blog.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/plane-thinking-blog 57 Mike Mazzalongo I watched him sit on the bench for most of the game. His eyes looked pleadingly at the coach every time he came near. Just a chance to play coach, his eyes said, just one time at least. I watched him sit on the bench for most of the game. His eyes looked pleadingly at the coach every time he came near. Just a chance to play coach, his eyes said, just one time at least. Fri, 16 Aug 2013 15:52:00 -0500 1:46 https://bibletalk.tv/weak-link-blog.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/weak-link-blog 58 Mike Mazzalongo In the book of Ezekiel, the Lord rebukes Jewish leaders for abandoning their role as spiritual shepherds over the nation. In the book of Ezekiel, the Lord rebukes Jewish leaders for abandoning their role as spiritual shepherds over the nation. Fri, 16 Aug 2013 15:53:00 -0500 1:43 https://bibletalk.tv/wall-of-righteousness-blog.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/wall-of-righteousness-blog 59 Mike Mazzalongo When speaking of His eventual return to judge the world and transport the church to heaven, Jesus had only one question expressed in Luke 8:8, "...when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?" When applied in personal terms this question becomes, "When Jesus returns, will He find you faithful?" When speaking of His eventual return to judge the world and transport the church to heaven, Jesus had only one question expressed in Luke 8:8, "...when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?" When applied in personal terms this question becomes, "When Jesus returns, will He find you faithful?" Mon, 10 Jun 2013 02:00:00 -0500 1:46 https://bibletalk.tv/will-he-find-you-faithful.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/will-he-find-you-faithful 60 Mike Mazzalongo According to the pundits, the possible presidency of either candidate would be the final step in the destruction of this nation. This election has so polarized the American people that each side views the other as the agent of the apocalypse should the other's candidate ascend to the top position in the land... According to the pundits, the possible presidency of either candidate would be the final step in the destruction of this nation. This election has so polarized the American people that each side views the other as the agent of the apocalypse should the other's candidate ascend to the top position in the land... Fri, 11 Mar 2016 09:00:00 -0600 2:50 https://bibletalk.tv/surviving-the-oppositions-candidate.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/surviving-the-oppositions-candidate 61 Mike Mazzalongo President Obama is so wrong. His enthusiastic support of legislation legalizing same-sex marriage is born out of his mistaken idea that this is a civil rights issue... President Obama is so wrong. His enthusiastic support of legislation legalizing same-sex marriage is born out of his mistaken idea that this is a civil rights issue... Tue, 08 Jan 2013 18:00:00 -0600 7:10 https://bibletalk.tv/gay-rights-or-wrongs-obama.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/gay-rights-or-wrongs-obama 62 Mike Mazzalongo The Bible doesn't mention the back to school experience but there are a couple of principles that might make the experience a little smoother for both. Try reading these to each other. The Bible doesn't mention the back to school experience but there are a couple of principles that might make the experience a little smoother for both. Try reading these to each other. Tue, 30 Sep 2014 11:15:00 -0500 2:13 https://bibletalk.tv/school-daze.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/school-daze 63 Mike Mazzalongo April 19th is special because it is the anniversary date of the Oklahoma City bombing. It is important to remember this event and focus on some of the things that survived the blast on that day one year ago. April 19th is special because it is the anniversary date of the Oklahoma City bombing. It is important to remember this event and focus on some of the things that survived the blast on that day one year ago. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 02:00:00 -0500 1:59 https://bibletalk.tv/what-survived-on-april-19th.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/what-survived-on-april-19th 64 Mike Mazzalongo As Christians, we are our brother's keeper whether we realize it or not. How we care for each other in society, family or the church is a true measure of our moral health. As Christians, we are our brother's keeper whether we realize it or not. How we care for each other in society, family or the church is a true measure of our moral health. Sun, 20 Apr 2014 19:00:00 -0500 1:44 https://bibletalk.tv/whos-your-person.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/whos-your-person 65 Mike Mazzalongo In this day of roller coaster markets and the threat of entire nations collapsing because of financial downturns, it's easy to get into the "play it safe" mindset. In this day of roller coaster markets and the threat of entire nations collapsing because of financial downturns, it's easy to get into the "play it safe" mindset. Fri, 14 Feb 2014 18:00:00 -0600 1:24 https://bibletalk.tv/playing-it-safe.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/playing-it-safe 66 Mike Mazzalongo There is nothing more joyful than watching our children "grow" in the wisdom and admonition of the Lord. This thought leads me to wonder if children receive the same joy and encouragement from seeing their parents "grow". There is nothing more joyful than watching our children "grow" in the wisdom and admonition of the Lord. This thought leads me to wonder if children receive the same joy and encouragement from seeing their parents "grow". Thu, 13 Feb 2014 10:00:00 -0600 1:51 https://bibletalk.tv/what-does-your-child-see.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/what-does-your-child-see 67 Mike Mazzalongo The duck people have gone and done it now. The patriarch of reality television's Duck Dynasty has actually shared his Christian perspective on the subject of homosexuality with a reporter for trendy GQ magazine. The duck people have gone and done it now. The patriarch of reality television's Duck Dynasty has actually shared his Christian perspective on the subject of homosexuality with a reporter for trendy GQ magazine. Thu, 19 Dec 2013 18:00:00 -0600 4:17 https://bibletalk.tv/duck-dilemma.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/duck-dilemma 68 Mike Mazzalongo Where do they get these guys? I was listening to a National Public Radio discussion in the car recently where 3 "experts" we're parsing the latest pronouncement from the new Pope. Where do they get these guys? I was listening to a National Public Radio discussion in the car recently where 3 "experts" we're parsing the latest pronouncement from the new Pope. Wed, 18 Dec 2013 02:00:00 -0600 3:27 https://bibletalk.tv/counterfeit-christmas.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/counterfeit-christmas 69 Mike Mazzalongo The news of the passing of famous people reminds us once again that in the end we all must die, even celebrities. The news of the passing of famous people reminds us once again that in the end we all must die, even celebrities. Sat, 30 Nov 2013 02:00:00 -0600 1:43 https://bibletalk.tv/planning-for-death.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/planning-for-death 70 Mike Mazzalongo I believe Martha's gotten a bad rap as far as Bible characters go. The most quoted reference about Martha is where Jesus gently admonishes her concerning this good woman's frustration at not receiving help from her sister, Mary, in serving their guests. I believe Martha's gotten a bad rap as far as Bible characters go. The most quoted reference about Martha is where Jesus gently admonishes her concerning this good woman's frustration at not receiving help from her sister, Mary, in serving their guests. Sat, 03 Aug 2013 02:00:00 -0500 2:51 https://bibletalk.tv/in-defense-of-martha.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/in-defense-of-martha 71 Mike Mazzalongo September 8th is "Grandparents' Day" according to the flower and gift industry. Certainly grandparents are worthy of a bouquet or an outing at the Golden Corral, but if we really want to please them, how about some things that would truly make a difference in their lives? September 8th is "Grandparents' Day" according to the flower and gift industry. Certainly grandparents are worthy of a bouquet or an outing at the Golden Corral, but if we really want to please them, how about some things that would truly make a difference in their lives? Tue, 30 Jul 2013 19:00:00 -0500 2:03 https://bibletalk.tv/grandparents-day.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/grandparents-day 72 Mike Mazzalongo Cross-country moves sure have a way of getting certain things into perspective. Take creature comfort for example. By the last days before we left Oklahoma, every lamp, comfortable chair, toothbrush holder and coffee cup had been packed away. Cross-country moves sure have a way of getting certain things into perspective. Take creature comfort for example. By the last days before we left Oklahoma, every lamp, comfortable chair, toothbrush holder and coffee cup had been packed away. Sat, 06 Jul 2013 02:00:00 -0500 2:00 https://bibletalk.tv/living-on-less.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/living-on-less 73 Mike Mazzalongo The new millennium has reminded us of the many ways we are vulnerable. It began with the New Year's Eve meltdown scare in 2000 and has continued with successive onslaughts like the 9/11 attack, financial scandals, a wave of child abductions across the country, and an imminent war with Iraq. Each one of these reminds us that our nation, our wealth, even our children are not safe in their own beds! The new millennium has reminded us of the many ways we are vulnerable. It began with the New Year's Eve meltdown scare in 2000 and has continued with successive onslaughts like the 9/11 attack, financial scandals, a wave of child abductions across the country, and an imminent war with Iraq. Each one of these reminds us that our nation, our wealth, even our children are not safe in their own beds! Mon, 01 Jul 2013 02:00:00 -0500 2:40 https://bibletalk.tv/the-real-enemy.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/the-real-enemy 74 Mike Mazzalongo They say that if you keep your clothes long enough they'll come back into style. I guess the idea is that style is ever changing but never very new. They say that if you keep your clothes long enough they'll come back into style. I guess the idea is that style is ever changing but never very new. Sat, 29 Jun 2013 02:00:00 -0500 2:01 https://bibletalk.tv/modesty-is-always-in-style.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/modesty-is-always-in-style 75 Mike Mazzalongo I made my mother laugh. Not just a quiet smile or chuckle, but a stomach cramping, bent over, shriek of laughter that came in waves of delirious joy that caused her to smile and laugh all over again long after the initial surge was gone. This was quite a feat for an 82-year-old woman with stage-one Alzheimer's disease! I made my mother laugh. Not just a quiet smile or chuckle, but a stomach cramping, bent over, shriek of laughter that came in waves of delirious joy that caused her to smile and laugh all over again long after the initial surge was gone. This was quite a feat for an 82-year-old woman with stage-one Alzheimer's disease! Tue, 14 May 2013 02:00:00 -0500 2:37 https://bibletalk.tv/little-pumpkin.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/little-pumpkin 76 Mike Mazzalongo The hidden danger in our conflict with Iran is the thought that it's okay to hate our enemies. The media likes to whip up a frenzy of conflict framing this situation as simply a good guy vs. bad guy scenario. The hidden danger in our conflict with Iran is the thought that it's okay to hate our enemies. The media likes to whip up a frenzy of conflict framing this situation as simply a good guy vs. bad guy scenario. Thu, 09 May 2013 19:00:00 -0500 1:41 https://bibletalk.tv/save-iran.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/save-iran 77 Mike Mazzalongo It is interesting to note that Judah, the man from whose human lineage Jesus would eventually come, was born under questionable circumstances. His mother, Leah, was given by trickery in marriage as a substitute for her sister, Rachel. She conceived, but not in love, and struggled with her sister for the affections of their common husband. It is interesting to note that Judah, the man from whose human lineage Jesus would eventually come, was born under questionable circumstances. His mother, Leah, was given by trickery in marriage as a substitute for her sister, Rachel. She conceived, but not in love, and struggled with her sister for the affections of their common husband. Sun, 14 Apr 2013 19:00:00 -0500 2:01 https://bibletalk.tv/humble-beginning.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/humble-beginning 78 Mike Mazzalongo Comment on the death of Atheist, Christopher Hitchens, who stated that only the weak turn to faith when facing death. Comment on the death of Atheist, Christopher Hitchens, who stated that only the weak turn to faith when facing death. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 19:00:00 -0500 1:05 https://bibletalk.tv/dirge-for-an-atheist.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/dirge-for-an-atheist 79 Mike Mazzalongo In Joshua 24:3, we read that God gave a homeland to Esau (the land of Seir) long before He gave one to Jacob, Esau's brother, and his descendents. Esau had a 400 year head start on building cities and fortifying towers. He had a great advantage in establishing an army and a permanent culture. In Joshua 24:3, we read that God gave a homeland to Esau (the land of Seir) long before He gave one to Jacob, Esau's brother, and his descendents. Esau had a 400 year head start on building cities and fortifying towers. He had a great advantage in establishing an army and a permanent culture. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 19:00:00 -0500 1:50 https://bibletalk.tv/catching-up.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/catching-up 80 Mike Mazzalongo When one becomes a Christian however, the old man of sin dies, is buried in the water of baptism and a new man emerges. And this new man emerges with new ways of thinking and new ways of acting. When one becomes a Christian however, the old man of sin dies, is buried in the water of baptism and a new man emerges. And this new man emerges with new ways of thinking and new ways of acting. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 01:00:00 -0600 5:38 https://bibletalk.tv/how-do-i-deal-with-my-anger.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/how-do-i-deal-with-my-anger 81 Mike Mazzalongo There has been much talk concerning Social Security that has a lot of folks in a lather. The government is suggesting a variety of ways to save it or make it more viable. There has been much talk concerning Social Security that has a lot of folks in a lather. The government is suggesting a variety of ways to save it or make it more viable. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:00:00 -0600 09 https://bibletalk.tv/spiritual-security.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/spiritual-security 82 Mike Mazzalongo Then Pilate took Jesus and had Him flogged (John 19:1). When I try to imagine the reality of these words, I become indignant. What impudence, what arrogance, what monumental ignorance for a godless petty official to rain such humiliation on the Author of Life! Then Pilate took Jesus and had Him flogged (John 19:1). When I try to imagine the reality of these words, I become indignant. What impudence, what arrogance, what monumental ignorance for a godless petty official to rain such humiliation on the Author of Life! Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:00:00 -0600 1:46 https://bibletalk.tv/the-silence-of-the-lamb.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/the-silence-of-the-lamb 83 Mike Mazzalongo Let's decide it once and for all. Is tobacco use sinful or not? If it isn't, we'll leave well enough alone. If it is, then all the Christians who use it need to stop. Let's decide it once and for all. Is tobacco use sinful or not? If it isn't, we'll leave well enough alone. If it is, then all the Christians who use it need to stop. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:00:00 -0600 2:48 https://bibletalk.tv/tobacco-statistics.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/tobacco-statistics 84 Mike Mazzalongo In the year 2000, the U.S. government approved the use of the abortion pill RU-486. Abortion rights' advocates hailed the ruling as an important breakthrough claiming that this pill would cut down on surgically performed abortions and provide an "easier" early-abortion method. In the year 2000, the U.S. government approved the use of the abortion pill RU-486. Abortion rights' advocates hailed the ruling as an important breakthrough claiming that this pill would cut down on surgically performed abortions and provide an "easier" early-abortion method. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:00:00 -0600 2:47 https://bibletalk.tv/ru486-and-reality.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/ru486-and-reality 85 Mike Mazzalongo Most of us have seen the cellular phone company's commercial where a man is seen walking around holding a phone to his ear asking the person on the other end of the line, "Can you hear me now?" We can relate to this ad because we have all had this very same experience when, in the middle of a cell phone conversation, we lose contact for a moment. Most of us have seen the cellular phone company's commercial where a man is seen walking around holding a phone to his ear asking the person on the other end of the line, "Can you hear me now?" We can relate to this ad because we have all had this very same experience when, in the middle of a cell phone conversation, we lose contact for a moment. Sun, 04 Dec 2011 18:00:00 -0600 1:53 https://bibletalk.tv/can-you-hear-me-now.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/can-you-hear-me-now 86 Mike Mazzalongo Recently the men who attended our "Married Men Support Group" were asked to suggest ways that men could improve as husbands. Below is a sampling of some ideas that were brought forth. Recently the men who attended our "Married Men Support Group" were asked to suggest ways that men could improve as husbands. Below is a sampling of some ideas that were brought forth. Sat, 12 Mar 2011 18:00:00 -0600 1:39 https://bibletalk.tv/ten-ways-to-become-a-better-husband.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/ten-ways-to-become-a-better-husband 87 Mike Mazzalongo When I was fifty two years old I learned that my father was not my real father. The man I had known as "dad" was long dead by the time this revelation came so it did not change anything between him and me. When I was fifty two years old I learned that my father was not my real father. The man I had known as "dad" was long dead by the time this revelation came so it did not change anything between him and me. Fri, 31 Dec 2010 18:00:00 -0600 2:28 https://bibletalk.tv/fathers-and-sons.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/fathers-and-sons 88 Mike Mazzalongo Every year at this time the Pundits and Futurists publish their predictions for the state of the Human Race. Every year at this time the Pundits and Futurists publish their predictions for the state of the Human Race. Mon, 26 Nov 2001 02:00:00 -0600 2:10 https://bibletalk.tv/taming-the-future.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/taming-the-future 89 Mike Mazzalongo My birthday was in April and with each celebration I see more clearly some of the basic realities of my life. My birthday was in April and with each celebration I see more clearly some of the basic realities of my life. Mon, 21 Apr 2014 19:00:00 -0500 2:04 https://bibletalk.tv/what-60-years-has-taught-me.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/what-60-years-has-taught-me 90 Mike Mazzalongo She is not appointed but expected to serve, rarely mentioned but ever present. I speak, of course, of the minister's wife She is not appointed but expected to serve, rarely mentioned but ever present. I speak, of course, of the minister's wife Thu, 26 Jun 2014 09:30:00 -0500 1:58 https://bibletalk.tv/the-preachers-wife.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/the-preachers-wife 91 Mike Mazzalongo When people compliment you on your friends, you know your friend is special. Such was the case this week as so many of you noted the kindness and generosity of our friends, Allen and Barbara Arnold, from Oklahoma. When people compliment you on your friends, you know your friend is special. Such was the case this week as so many of you noted the kindness and generosity of our friends, Allen and Barbara Arnold, from Oklahoma. Sat, 29 Jun 2013 14:09:00 -0500 1:46 https://bibletalk.tv/full-time-friend.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/full-time-friend 92 Mike Mazzalongo One of the most common reactions that new elders have at being selected for this position is a feeling of unworthiness. After all, we're giving a man the responsibility of watching over the eternal souls of hundreds of people. This is quite a responsibility and a certain hesitation and sense of humility is natural. One of the most common reactions that new elders have at being selected for this position is a feeling of unworthiness. After all, we're giving a man the responsibility of watching over the eternal souls of hundreds of people. This is quite a responsibility and a certain hesitation and sense of humility is natural. Thu, 25 Jul 2013 14:13:00 -0500 2:43 https://bibletalk.tv/reassurance-for-new-elders.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/reassurance-for-new-elders 93 Mike Mazzalongo To make it as a preacher or missionary, I believe there are four indispensable resources required. To make it as a preacher or missionary, I believe there are four indispensable resources required. Fri, 31 Dec 2010 18:00:00 -0600 3:15 https://bibletalk.tv/so-you-want-to-be-a-missionary.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/so-you-want-to-be-a-missionary 94 Mike Mazzalongo Here are three rules to help brothers in Christ who want to do business together. Here are three rules to help brothers in Christ who want to do business together. Thu, 27 Jun 2013 14:22:00 -0500 2:53 https://bibletalk.tv/labor-of-love.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/labor-of-love 95 Mike Mazzalongo The Jewish nation of Jesus' day sought a savior who could free them from Roman authority. They molded their religious hopes around this false human dream. The Jewish nation of Jesus' day sought a savior who could free them from Roman authority. They molded their religious hopes around this false human dream. Mon, 26 May 2014 14:30:00 -0500 1:35 https://bibletalk.tv/reality-over-religion.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/reality-over-religion 96 Mike Mazzalongo In Matthew 5:44, Jesus tells His disciples that they should "pray for those who persecute you." This is timely instruction for our nation especially during these turbulent times, but, have you ever wondered what praying for your enemies does? After all they don't see or hear the prayer so how can it affect them? In Matthew 5:44, Jesus tells His disciples that they should "pray for those who persecute you." This is timely instruction for our nation especially during these turbulent times, but, have you ever wondered what praying for your enemies does? After all they don't see or hear the prayer so how can it affect them? Fri, 16 Aug 2013 15:27:00 -0500 2:04 https://bibletalk.tv/pray-for-your-enemies.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/pray-for-your-enemies 97 Mike Mazzalongo I was watching the endless rain. Saturday, Sunday and now a third day of gray drizzle continued as I found my way to work on a cold damp Monday morning. Folks came in telling stories of swollen creeks and flooded roads as the earth could no longer soak in the deluge. I was watching the endless rain. Saturday, Sunday and now a third day of gray drizzle continued as I found my way to work on a cold damp Monday morning. Folks came in telling stories of swollen creeks and flooded roads as the earth could no longer soak in the deluge. Thu, 30 Oct 2014 15:29:00 -0500 1:34 https://bibletalk.tv/waiting-out-the-storm-blog.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/waiting-out-the-storm-blog 98 Mike Mazzalongo The story is told of three junior devils coming before Satan as they prepared to visit earth in order to destroy men's souls. The first one said that he'd try to trick men by telling that there is "no heaven." Satan replied that people have a natural hope and that this lie would not work very well. The story is told of three junior devils coming before Satan as they prepared to visit earth in order to destroy men's souls. The first one said that he'd try to trick men by telling that there is "no heaven." Satan replied that people have a natural hope and that this lie would not work very well. Sun, 02 Jun 2013 14:35:00 -0500 1:30 https://bibletalk.tv/three-little-devils.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/three-little-devils 99 Mike Mazzalongo One of our seniors suffered chest pains and had to be rushed to the hospital recently. They told her to take it easy and not do so much, she wasn't getting any younger and neither was her heart. One of our seniors suffered chest pains and had to be rushed to the hospital recently. They told her to take it easy and not do so much, she wasn't getting any younger and neither was her heart. Mon, 21 Jul 2014 14:34:00 -0500 1:51 https://bibletalk.tv/spiritual-toughness.itunes.mp3 https://bibletalk.tv/spiritual-toughness 100