Fastened Like Nails

The Lord: A Stronghold in the Day of Trouble

Feeling depressed, discouraged, going through trials, or feeling distant from God? Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo study Psalm 46. See how your worldview can comfort or disarm you in times of trouble and how the Lord is a stronghold in times of trouble. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic aud...

Turn At My Rebuke - The 12 Lessons of Wisdom - Pt 7

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo continue an in-depth series on the Book of Proverbs and the 12 Lessons of Wisdom embedded within its pages. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Submit a Question to the Show: www.fastenedlikenails.net Looking fo...

The Imagination Series with Michael Card - Pt 2

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo sit down with Michael Card for part 2 of an amazing podcast on the life of Jesus and the Gospels, pulling material from Michael's class at The Masters Guild as well as fresh content from his newest book! Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild program...

My Father's House - A Study of John 2

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo take us to the pages of the Gospel of John, Chapter 2. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Resources Mentioned in Today’s Show - The Hidden Years of Nazareth (book): https://store.lamplighter.net/hidden-years-of...

The Imagination Series with Michael Card - Pt 1

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo sit down with Michael Card for an amazing podcast on the life of Jesus and the Gospels, pulling material from Michael's class at The Masters Guild as well as fresh content from his newest book! Michael gives exciting insight into how he got started as a musician, how his mentor William Lane helped him to get started writing musical lyrics as well as convince his wife to marry him. Learn this and more within this brand new episode of ...

Design, Discover, Destiny - Pt 2

Dealing with depression, discouragement, a lack of focus or a lack of purpose? Listen in to part 2 as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined by Dr. Lew Sterrett as they give you the tools to learn how to overcome and move forward. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lampl...

Design, Discover, Destiny - Pt 1

Dealing with depression, discouragement, a lack of focus or a lack of purpose? Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined by Dr. Lew Sterrett as they give you the tools to learn how to overcome and move forward. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.ne...

Trusting God in Papua New Guinea

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo interview missionaries from Papua New Guinea, Caleb and Melissa Gibello Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Submit a Question to the Show: www.fastenedlikenails.net Looking for a Christian college that offers mo...

Lame Excuses

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo tackle the temptation to make lame excuses, rather than put aside the crutches and the bitterness we hold onto and move ahead by faith. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Resources Mentioned in Today’s Show - A...

Chaos and Order

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined by Pastor Colin Smith to discuss how God brings chaos into our lives to bring about the new order into our lives. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Submit a Question to the Show: www.fastenedlikenails...

Symphony of Leviticus with Adelle Laporte

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined by Masters Guild Student, Adelle Laporte to hear an amazing revelation she discovered within the pages of Leviticus. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Submit a Question to the Show: www.fastenedlikena...

Stay Within Your Calling - Do What God Requires of You

Join Dr. Mark Hamby and Pastor Colin Smith as they turn to the pages of II Chronicles 23 for a fascinating study about the life of King Manasseh. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Submit a Question to the Show: www.fastenedlikenails.net Looking for a Christian...

Listening to Serve - Leadership and Relationships

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined by Masters Guild Student, Emily Crabb for a discussion about leadership and relationships. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Resources Mentioned in Today’s Show - My Golden Ship (book): https://store.l...

Crying Out For Wisdom - The 12 Lessons of Wisdom - Pt 6

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo continue an in-depth series on the Book of Proverbs and the 12 Lessons of Wisdom embedded within its pages.  Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Submit a Question to the Show: www.fastenedlikenails.net Looking fo...

Classic Stories Vs. Modern Stories

What separates classic tales that have stood the test of time from stories that are written today? Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined by Pastor Colin Smith as they unravel this mystery and announce an exciting new illustrated children's book coming soon from Lamplighter! Resources Mentioned in Today’s Show - The Giant Killer (book): store.lamplighter.net/giant-killer-p206.aspx - The Giant Killer (audio): store.lamplighter.net/dramatic-audio…ler-p2619.asp...

Nothing Is Too Small for My God

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined Pastor Colin Smith to delve into II Kings 6 for a discussion on God's protection to those who cry out to Him. Resources Mentioned in Today’s Show - A 'Strodinary Little Maid (book): store.lamplighter.net/strordinary-li…d-a-p2397.aspx - A 'Strodinary Little Maid (audio): store.lamplighter.net/dramatic-audio…d-a-p2441.aspx Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building ...

Overcoming Conflict

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined Pastor Colin Smith and Masters Guild Students, Emily and Ruthann to discuss the keys to overcoming conflict. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Submit a Question to the Show: www.fastenedlikenails.net ...

The Lord of the Wing - The 12 Lessons of Wisdom - Pt 5

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined Masters Guild Students, Judah, Emily, Amelia, and Ruthann to continue an in-depth series on the Book of Proverbs and the 12 Lessons of Wisdom embedded within its pages. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net....

Moving From Discouragement to Encouragement

Dealing with depression or discouragement in your life? Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined by Professor Colin Smith to see what the Book of Hebrews has to say about moving from discouragement to encouragement. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighte...

Discernment in an Age of Distraction | What Kind of Stories Should We Be Consuming?

In a day when children are influenced by video games and media, how do we get our children to read? Culture is unraveling all around us. We must use our time wisely. How do books fit into that to grow us spiritually? Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby joins Yvette Hampton of the Schoolhouse Rocked podcast for an interview to unpack these questions. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. T...

Should Our Kids Read Dystopian Literature?

In a day when children are influenced by video games and media, how do we get our children to read? Culture is unraveling all around us. We must use our time wisely. How do books fit into that to grow us spiritually? Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby joins Yvette Hampton of the Schoolhouse Rocked podcast for an interview to unpack these questions. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. T...

The Damaging Effects of Media on a Child's Mind

In a day when children are influenced by video games and media, how do we get our children to read? Culture is unraveling all around us. We must use our time wisely. How do books fit into that to grow us spiritually? Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby joins Yvette Hampton of the Schoolhouse Rocked podcast for an interview to unpack these questions. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. T...

Honor Your Parents - The 12 Lessons of Wisdom - Pt 3

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined by Pastor Colin Smith and Masters Guild Student, Rebekah Bryson to continue an in-depth series on the Book of Proverbs and the 12 Lessons of Wisdom embedded within its pages. Today's lesson: Honor Your Parents | What does that really mean? Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection ...

Is Covid-19 Judgement on a Sinful World? - Pt 2

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo unpack whether or not Covid-19 is judgement from God on a sinful world and does God create evil or does He allow it, and why? Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Submit a Question to the Show: www.fastenedlikenail...

Are People Born Creative? - The 12 Lessons of Wisdom - Pt 2

The 12 Lessons of Wisdom - Pt 1

Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo begin an in-depth series on the Book of Proverbs and the 12 Lessons of Wisdom embedded within its pages. Resources mentioned in this podcast: King Jack | Hardcover Book https://store.lamplighter.net/king-jack-p2987.aspx King Jack | Dramatic Audio https://store.lamplighter.net/king-jack---dramatic-audio-mp3-p3048.aspx Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christl...

Is Covid-19 Judgement on a Sinful World? - Pt 1

Is Covid-19 judgement from God on a sinful world? Does God create evil or does He allow it, and why? Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo unpack these questions. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Submit a Question to the Show: www.fastenedlikenails...

Should We Enjoy Work?

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host Molly Mayo are joined by Masters Guild students, Adelle and Ruthann for a conversation about the beauty of work; should we enjoy it and why? Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Submit a Question to the Show: www.fastenedliken...

The Beginning of Wisdom

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby and Molly Mayo are joined by Caleb, Rebekah and Ruthann to delve into the lessons of wisdom from the book of Proverbs. We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree. The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educational model has been launched. Built upon time-tested philosophies, this new educational ...

Becoming Better, Not Bitter

How should we react when we feel we've been wronged? Should we become bitter, angry and victimized? Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby and Molly Mayo are joined by special guest, Margie, to see what the Bible says. We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree. The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educational model has been launche...

Special Guest Rich Garnaat

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby and Molly Mayo are joined by special guest, Rich Garnaat of Arise Collective Theatre for a quick chat on how this week's performance of a musical Pilgrim's Progress at the Lamplighter Headquarters came to be. There's still time to get a ticket! Performance dates include Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, & Nov 14. Get your tickets here: https://www.arisecollectivetheatre.com/pilgrim-lamplighter/ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect th...

Hear and Obey - Pt4

Are you stressed or worried about mandates, political turmoil, and the moral and character crisis facing our culture? Are you uncertain how to face these issues? Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby and Pastor Colin Smith dig into these issues and find answers within the pages of 1st and 2nd Samuel. We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree. The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—h...

Hear and Obey - Pt3

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by Pastor Colin Smith, Molly, Caleb and Rebecca for part 3 of a new series that uncovers the masterful writing, unique historical truths, and biblical insights all within the pages of 1st and 2nd Samuel. We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree. The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new ...

Hear and Obey - Pt2

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by Pastor Colin Smith, Molly, Caleb and Rebecca for part 2 of a new series that uncovers the masterful writing, unique historical truths, and biblical insights all within the pages of 1st and 2nd Samuel. We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree. The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new...

Hear and Obey - Pt1

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by Pastor Colin Smith, Molly, Rainey and Rebecca for a new series that uncovers the masterful writing, unique historical truths, and biblical insights all within the pages of 1st and 2nd Samuel. We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree. The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new education...

Waiting on the Lord with Anna Cedeno

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby and Molly are joined by missionary to Honduras, Anna Cedeno to hear her incredible testimony of God's faithfulness through affliction, and how His timing is always perfect.  We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree. The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educational model has been launched. Buil...

Beauty from Ashes

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by Matt to hear his incredible story of how he was transformed from a life of addiction to a life of a born again Christian. We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree. The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educational model has been launched. Built upon time-tested philosophies, this ...

Discerning the Will of God

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by Molly, Kevin and Jason, for a discussion about discerning the Will of God in your life.  We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree.The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educational model has been launched. Built upon time-tested philosophies, this new educational platform will prepa...

Facing Adversity with Joy

Listen in to Eric Ludy's keynote speech at the Lamplighter Summer Guild last week on why Christians should face adversity with joy.  The Lamplighter Guild consists of six days of life-transforming inspiration and instruction in the arts. Surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation, master teachers from around the world present instruction in story creation, scriptwriting, stage and voice acting, sound design, digital music composition, photography, horticulture, filmmaking, painting, culinar...

Interview with Actor Rich Swingle

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by 2021 Lamplighter Summer Guild acting instructor, Rich Swingle, on what students can expect to experience during his classes next week!  The Lamplighter Guild consists of six days of life-transforming inspiration and instruction in the arts. Surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation, master teachers from around the world present instruction in story creation, scriptwriting, stage and voice acting, sound design, digital music composition, photography,...

Interview with Visual Arts Instructor Lisa Mistiuk

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by 2021 Lamplighter Summer Guild visual arts instructor, Lisa Mistiuk, on what students can expect to experience during her classes next week!  The Lamplighter Guild consists of six days of life-transforming inspiration and instruction in the arts. Surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation, master teachers from around the world present instruction in story creation, scriptwriting, stage and voice acting, sound design, digital music composition, photogr...

Interview with Photographer Mandy Pollack

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by 2021 Lamplighter Summer Guild photography instructor, Mandy Pollack, on what students can expect to experience during her classes next week!  The Lamplighter Guild consists of six days of life-transforming inspiration and instruction in the arts. Surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation, master teachers from around the world present instruction in story creation, scriptwriting, stage and voice acting, sound design, digital music composition, photog...

Interview with Co-Creator of Adventures in Odyssey, Phil Lollar

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by a very special guest, Phil Lollar. Phil is a co-creator of the popular kids radio drama series, Adventures in Odyssey, which first began airing in 1987 is and still on the air today. Phil shares how his unique sense of imagination as child combined with God's blessing led to his work on one of the most beloved children's series of all time. Phil will be teaching creative writing at the 2021 Lamplighter Summer Guild, coming up on July 18-23.  The Lamp...

Interview with Dr. Lew Sterrett

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by Dr. Lew Sterrett for a heartwarming interview on his redemptive prison ministry and how you can get involved to help make a difference in the lives of people in prison. Dr. Lew Sterrett will be a keynote speaker at the 2021 Lamplighter Summer Guild, coming up on July 18-23.  The Lamplighter Guild consists of six days of life-transforming inspiration and instruction in the arts. Surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation, master teachers from around t...

The Masters Guild

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by 2021 Masters Guild alumni, Molly, Seth, and potential Masters Guild students to talk about how The Masters Guild came to be.  We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree.The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educational model has been launched. Built upon time-tested philosophies, thi...

Listen Up - Pt3

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by 2021 Master's Guild alumni, Molly and Seth, to continue a discussion on Mark chapter 4. We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree. The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educational model has been launched. Built upon time-tested philosophies, this new educational platform will prepa...

Listen Up - Pt2

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by 2021 Master's Guild alumni, Molly and Seth, to continue a discussion on Mark chapter 4. We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree.The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educational model has been launched. Built upon time-tested philosophies, this new educational platform will prepar...

Listen Up - Pt1

Listen in as Dr. Mark Hamby is joined by 2021 Master's Guild alumni, Molly and Seth, for a discussion on Mark chapter 4.  We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree.The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educational model has been launched. Built upon time-tested philosophies, this new educational platform will prepare stude...

Reading for Pleasure & How to Experience the Word of God with Pastor Colin Smith

Join Dr. Mark Hamby as he talks with The Master's Guild professor, Pastor Colin Smith, on why reading for pleasure is important, and also how to experience the word of God by not only learning what the Bible means, but how it means it.  We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree.The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educati...

Finding Fulfilment in Work and Life with Pastor Colin Smith

Join Dr. Mark Hamby as he talks with The Master's Guild professor, Pastor Colin Smith, on nurturing the garden of life to find meaningful work that is pleasing to God, and brings fulfillment to you. We understand the challenge in finding a Christian college that offers more than a degree. The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educational model has been launched. Built u...