Truth Still Matters (From the Heart of a Catholic)

Encounter Jesus, Right Now! | Truth Still Matters #46

Truth Still Matters is back with another episode focused on being opened to the Word of the Lord in the present moment! This show is taken from a talk I gave at Awaken Ministries where the mission is cultivating an experiential encounter with Jesus Christ. The night was filled praise and worship, which included singing and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. What a glorious evening!!!! Thank you to St. Kieran and Awaken Ministries for a beautiful experience.

Pain Is The Doorway | Truth Still Matters #45

Holidays are an excellent time to pray, regroup, reflect and spend time with loved ones. They can also be a very trying time for people who have lost loved ones. This episode of Truth Still Matters takes a look at how God allows pain in our lives and stays with us through it all. He is Emmanuel, God with us.

Mary is the Icon of the Church | Truth Still Matters #44

The Blessed Virgin Mary is a game changer in the spiritual life! As Cristians, we benefit from spiritual gifts given to us personally as well from the gifts given to others. Catholics make a big deal about Mary because of the great things God has done for Mary. But here’s the thing….God did wonderful things for Mary and then turned around and gave Mary to us!!!! You and I can benefit from all gifts given uniquely to Mary because Mary has been given to us!!! Mary is not in competition with Jes...

Can Christians Believe in Santa? | Truth Still Matters (Bonus)

Can Christians believe in Santa?? What is more truthful between the idea of parents providing for their children vs. Santa? Our faith provides an insight into these questions that must be captured and passed on. No one is called to be an “adult” of God but a child!!! As Catholic Christians, a sense of “awe” of God must be preserved and sought after. This episode of Truth Still Matters was captured a couple of years ago and is being share this Christmas so that we might be encouraged to seek...

What is Real Happiness? | TSM #43

There is a desire for happiness in every human heart. This episode takes a look at the very essence of happiness and how it can be attained. The nature of happiness is often confused with a certain kind of feeling. This vodcast clears up that confusion and presents the essence of true beatitude!

What is Real Happiness? | TSM #43(Audio only version)

There is a desire for happiness in every human heart. This episode takes a look at the very essence of happiness and how it can be attained. The nature of happiness is often confused with a certain kind of feeling. This podcast clears up that confusion and presents the essence of true beatitude! (Audio version of a video podcast available in iTunes and Hubertsanders.com)

Radical Love | TSM #42

It has been awhile but Truth Still Matters is back! I did not stop teaching, no way!!! Actually, I’ve been teaching at a few different places which has taken up a lot of time. I was able to capture some of this teaching, and now I would like to show various excerpts on Truth Still Matters. The 42nd episode of TSM takes us into one of my theology classes where we were studying salvation history. The love that the Trinity has for us is unfathomable. Please enjoy and share!

Is the Rapture Real? | TSM #41

The “Rapture” is commonly believed in many Christian communities. Emotions of excitement and fear swirl around this commonly accepted doctrine, but does Jesus teach this? As Christians, we want to be faithful to what Jesus institutes and teaches. Please watch this episode of Truth Still Matters to discover what Jesus teaches about the Rapture as revealed in His Holy Catholic Church.

Amazing Grace | TSM #40

Living for Christ on a college campus is no small task. By God’s grace, I received an opportunity to reconnect with a couple of my former students who are now in college. They share their experience of living for the Lord in the midst of a world railing against God. Please watch to experience the informal conversation we had, plus experience their gift of music.

Truth Still Matters - 1st Book

In its two-thousand-year history, the Catholic Church remains an unchanging yet developing entity. Since the church’s infancy, Catholic theologians have referenced the “deposit of faith,” which in early years referred to the written or orally revealed doctrines that formed the backbone of church teaching. Through the centuries, the definition came to be understood as the word of God, delivered through Jesus Christ and passed on to his apostles. Still, the deposit included both oral and wri...

What We All Want! | TSM #39

The world will never be happy until one thing is realized. We have an insatiable desire that we try to fill with relationships, resources, and power. All of these fall immeasurable short, yet we still try these things while ignoring the one reality that will satisfy. What do we need to realize? How do we stay up in a down world? Watch the show for the answer!

Truth Still Matters Hits The Road!

TSM hits the road! Here's a sneek preview of one of our theology courses offered at a local parish!

Catholic Bible Study Principles | TSM#38

Intro to Sacred Scripture at Holy Martyrs in Sterling Heights

Come and explore the Catholic faith through a theology course offered by Eastern Catholic Re-Evangelization Center. Theology is simply faith seeking more understanding. This entire process is a gift which enables us to encounter Christ in a more direct and personal way. If you are a newcomer to the faith or a seasoned veteran, this course will be inspiring and transformative. If you are interested feel free to contact Patrice Abona at (248) 538-9903. The course “Introduction to the Sacre...

Society Praises The Unfaithful Bride | TSM #37

Thinking for oneself is exalted in the 21st century as it should be. Humans are made in the image and likeness of God and therefore should be thinking individuals. Unfortunately, this freedom of thought is often separated from an objective standard of truth. Truth is not created in the human mind but received in the mind as a gift from Truth, which is actually a Divine Person! Many Christians think they can pick and choose what they will believe, and this is done in the name of independen...

Communion of Saints | TSM #36

Do the saints take away from the all sufficient mediation of Jesus the Christ? When Catholics pray to saints, are they worshipping them? This podcast explores these questions and more!!!! Covenants are the key to understanding the intercession of the saints. Share this episode on social media!!!

Do We Really Need Authority? | TSM #35

Authority is an unpopular word in today’s society. History has shown a great abuse of authority where poor innocent people suffer as a result. This has been tragic, but the abuse of authority must NEVER rule out the proper use of authority. We need authority in our lives, and this episode of Truth Still Matters explores the salvific nature of authority. Authority brings peace to our lives when we live in Christ!!! Please remember to leave a positive comment in iTunes!

Are You Spiritual But Not Religious? | TSM #34

Being spiritual but not religious is a status that is gaining a tremendous amount of traction in the world today. This vodcast takes a look at what is meant by this phrase. The show also analyzes underlying themes that may not always come to mind when the "spiritual but not religious" phrase is evoked. Should we be spiritual as opposed to religious? What would Jesus say about this distinction? What are you waiting for?? Click the play button and let's get into it! This is the two year anniv...

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament | TSM #33

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament has literally changed my life. In this episode of Truth Still Matters, my special guest and I reflect on our experience of adoring Christ in the Eucharist. Spending time in an adoration chapel is the remedy for living a life of haste. We encounter Jesus in a very up close and personal way, which is absolutely necessary for the New Evangelization. The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life!!! Please feel free to leave a comment and sprea...

The Meaning of Life | Truth Still Matters #32

God uses the gift of poetry in Genesis to communicate why human beings are on this earth. Sooner or later everyone seeks the meaning of their lives. Happiness is sought after and often times not found. Where to find true happiness is communicated to us through the creation account in Genesis. The modern exegete must humble herself to see what God wants to communicate through the “story of origins” in Genesis. Once you discover why you are alive, you will never be the same!

Deposit of Faith, The New Book!

In its two-thousand-year history, the Catholic Church remains an unchanging yet developing entity. Since the church’s infancy, Catholic theologians have referenced the “deposit of faith,” which in early years referred to the written or orally revealed doctrines that formed the backbone of church teaching. Through the centuries, the definition came to be understood as the word of God, delivered through Jesus Christ and passed on to his apostles. Still, the deposit included both oral and writ...

Arguments Point to God | TSM #31

This vodcast continues the journey of discovering God’s existence by simply paying attention to real life. C.S Lewis’ book “Mere Christianity” gives a great illustration of how everyday arguments between people actually points to the existence of God! Please watch and tell others about this vodcast!

The Uncaused Cause | TSM #30

To believe in God is the thinking person's position. Unfortunately, believers are not aware of what is actually meant behind the word "God". This term points to a Reality upon which everything depends. Acknowledging God's existence is not superstitious but the most reasonable stance. If you are looking for ways to address atheists and agnostics, this episode is for you!

Sacrifice of the Mass | TSM #29

Human beings are so messed up!!! We have been given everything and all we want to do is keep taking and taking and taking! Selfishness and pride have dug a hole for us so deep, that we cannot get out of it by our own strength. Jesus has excavated and given us new hope!!! Calvary shows us the love God has for us. This love event, Jesus' offering of His life, is made present today! How? Where? Watch the episode to find out!!!

A Miracle At Every Mass! |TSM #28

There is a miracle that happens at every Mass! It doesn't matter how bad the music is, how boring the homily is.....God is at work!!!! Alleluia!!! The bread and wine are changed into another substance, Jesus' Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. Transubstantiation will be the topic of this vodcast. This show is a kind of "part B" to TSM #27 on the Eucharist. This show was recorded in 4K!!!!! Please allow time for downloading.

The Eucharist | TSM #27

The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life. Jesus intends for communion to not be just a symbol! There is biblical evidence for the Catholic belief of the Real Presence in the Eucharist. This Sacrament of Sacraments is essential for the Church to be Church. This podcast focuses on John 6 using the canonical context to show Jesus' profound mystical teaching on the Eucharist. The Old Testament is also partly explored to show how the Eucharist was foreshadowed. Spread the wo...

The Resurrection Transformed the World | TSM #26

The Crucified One was seen alive!!! Are you serious?? Yes, I'm serious. Let me see?!!! This is the Gospel message, Jesus died for sins and rose from death. Death is now conquered. Everything has been made anew now! The Resurrection is essential to the Christian faith. Without the Resurrection, everything falls apart in Christianity. Jesus is alive and He is call us to meet Him today! There is great hope and joy in this reality. Alleluia!!

A Catholic Teaching Philosophy | TSM #25

Every human person is made for having direct access to the truth. Even before we learn to talk, we intuit reality, and this intuition never leaves us. Formal education is supposed to help our discursive reasoning that we might be able to articulate, in various means, what we "see" or intuit. Education in the 21st century must go beyond merely handing out information but I believe it must not be reduced to only facilitating. Teachers must have a vision of their subject matter, written on t...

The Great Gift of Confession | TSM #24

What did Jesus do on the day He rose from the dead? He instituted the Sacrament of Penance, the normal way in which we can be restored to an intimate relationship with the Lord. This Sacrament goes under appreciated for many Catholics and is often challenged by non Catholics. This podcast takes time to explore the biblical roots of Confession , and how this sacrament is intrinsically tied to the mission of the Church which is to carry on Christ's redemptive work.

Authentic Freedom | TSM #23

Freedom has been so misunderstood. A democracy divorced from absolute moral values is a short route to anarchy and chaos. People view freedom as the ability to do what they want to do when they want to do it. The human person is made in the image and likeness of God and being free is a great gift. Do we understand it though? Watch this episode!

True Meaning of Fasting and Almsgiving (Lent) | TSM #22

Lent is all about purification that our love for the Lord might deepened and animated by the Holy Spirit. Christianity should be a life changing encounter with Jesus which results in an adventure and not just behavior modification. The talk portion of this vodcast was originally aired on the Catholic Television Network of Detroit. It was truly a joy giving this talk in the TV studio. The entire interview can be viewed here: http://youtu.be/jOMRKdJrs-0 I ask you to share this vodcast wit...

Four Marks | Truth Still Matters #21

Before the beginning of time, God had the Church in mind as the means through which He would reconcile humanity back to Himself. The Church is the seed of the Kingdom on earth. Jesus gave His Church four marks or signs that we might be able to discover her in the twenty first century. The four marks are One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic. These marks are presented in rapid fire succession (13min including intro and song). Hold on to your seat-belts as we journey through the process of ident...

Peter and the Pope | TSM#20

One of the most misunderstood teachings of the Church is about the Pope. About eight years ago, I can remember working as an accountant in my cubicle and being challenged by a co-worker. Ave Maria Radio was on and some speaker mentioned the "Holy Father." My co-worker paused her work to comment on how she did not appreciate some man being called "Holy Father" when there is only one Holy Father, God the Father. I proceeded to try to explain to her the significance of the Pope and his title ...

No Salvation Outside The Church | TSM #19

Does the Church really teach that there is no salvation outside of her? In a world relativism, this supposed teaching definitely goes against the grain. What does the Church really teach on this topic? Where do we go to find out what the Church teaches on salvation? Please watch and find answers!

Testimony | Truth Still Matters #18

My testimony is not a credit to me but praise of the work of God in me. The Lord continues to call each person to a deeper and richer relationship with Himself, and I hope my sharing of God's goodness will be a blessing for you. May the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace, especially Dr. Monica Mouton Sanders.

The Mystical Body of Christ

The seed of the Kingdom of God on earth is the Church. The Church is not just another social club! Jesus' presence in the world today is manifested through His body, the Church. Mother Church has two natures in correspondence to Christ who also has two natures. Let us explore the mystical Body of Christ and leave behind the world of opinion.

Mary, Mother of God

Jesus intends for us to have a spiritual mother! Will you be like the apostle John? Will you take Mary into your home (heart)? Mary was the first to say yes to the Incarnation. Her receptivity is the perfect model for what it means to be church. Her soul magnifies the Lord leads us to her Son. Please listen with an open heart and leave a positive comment.

Redeeming Christmas | TSM #15

Humans owed a debt to God that could not be repaid by an ordinary human person. We needed redemption in order to be justified before God. How do the demands of justice get satisfied through the birth of the Word? Listen to this podcast to find out. Please leave a positive comment in order to spread the word about this podcast!

Emmanuel | Truth Still Matters #14

God is with us! The world has been forever changed with the coming of the long awaited Messiah. As Steve Ray says, Jesus' coming was so prominent it struck time, dividing it into B.C. and A.D.! Where are we going and why are we here? These are the questions that have baffled everyone throughout human history. The Father sends the Son in order to answer those questions and more importantly to give abundant life.

New Logo for Truth Still Matters

This 13th episode explores the new logo for Truth Still Matters. Everyone "sees" the truth! Can we accurately talk about what we "see" or are we trapped in mere opinions?

Dr. Monica Mouton Sanders

This episode is dedicated to my late wife, Dr. Monica Mouton Sanders. She passed away Feb. 13,2014 @ 4:10 P.M. from cancer at 39 years of age. We have four daughters all under the age of 9. I got through this show but it was tough! Please pray for us!!!

When Hope Was Born (Christmas)

At Christmas time as a theology instructor, I always get the question about the dating of Jesus' birth. This vodcast will deal with the year of Jesus' birth. Christ's identity will also be explored given that the dogma of the Incarnation is central to Christmas. Who Jesus is and what He is has been revealed in the deposit of faith, and as Christians we should be able to clearly understand and articulate it. At times unknowingly, Christians find themselves professing various heresies arou...

The Immaculate Conception

The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is a truth revealed by God and defined by His Mystical Body, the Church. Often times, the Virginal Conception of Jesus gets labeled as the Immaculate Conception. The Immaculate Conception refers to Mary being conceived without any stain from Original Sin. Mary also remained sinless for the rest of her life! This teaching is often contested by non-Catholic Christians. Can this teaching be rooted in the Sacred Scripture? Do Catholics overstep the...

Born Again?

Have you ever been asked the question, “Are you born again?” Being born again is essential to being a Christian, but the phrase must be properly understood. Many Christians label being “born again” as an adult experience where a personal decision has been made for Christ. That personal decision is a must in any Christian’s life, but unfortunately that decision alone gets labeled “being born again.” “Being born again” or “from above” is scriptural language, yet many people are surprised at wha...

Make a Decision! Jesus is either Lord, Liar, or Lunatic

Jesus Christ is the most influential and dominant person in world history. People often forget that Jesus was also a very controversial figure. The controversy came from a true understanding of his claims. Jesus claimed to be God! Today in the 21st century, Jesus is presented as a person that everyone loves even if they do not believe He is God. Somehow, people have to get back in touch with who Jesus claimed to be. When this claim is honestly dealt with, Jesus simply cannot be a nice pe...

Reading the Bible like the Early Christians

As Christians, we sometimes focus all of our attention on the New Testament given that Christ is explicitly revealed there. This one-sided approach to the Sacred Scripture does us a great disservice. St. Augustine, a north African Church Father, informs us that the New Testament is hidden in the Old and the Old Testament is revealed in the New. All of the written word of God testifies to the Word of God, Christ Jesus. This vodcast will cover typology which is an excellent way of keeping th...

Why Does God Allow Evil and Suffering to Exist?

If God is all good and all-powerful, why is there still evil and suffering in the world? This question has stirred the minds of all human beings. This vodcast takes a look at this perennial question. During our exploration, we will grow in our understanding of Original Sin and authentic freedom. Hopefully, we will come realize that the answer to why there is evil and suffering is not something that can be grasped by human beings alone. Let’s dive into this hot topic! Remember, a positive...

Understanding the Bible

One of the greatest and most unique elements of the deposit of faith is Sacred Scripture. It is the voice of God through human words. Sacred Scripture is the soul of theology, and to ignore it is to ignore Christ: "Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ" -St. Jerome. This vodcast takes the time to lay down some foundational principles that should always be kept in mind when reading the Bible. Sacred Scripture is nothing less than God's love letter written to us and it would be a tr...

Can You Hear His Voice?

Can you hear the voice of The Lord? This is the voice of goodness, truth, and beauty. This is the voice of eternal life, the only satisfying reality. To hear that voice is to experience the answer to every real question. Jesus is still alive and has left a way to hear from Him in the 21st century. Listen to the 4th episode of Truth Still Matters to find out! Please leave a positive review to encourage others to watch!

Truth is Personal (literally!)

Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI spoke of this current Western culture as "dictatorship of relativism". When everything is reduced to an opinion or preference, our diginity as human beings is effectively lowered. As humans, we crave the truth and nothing else will satisfy. Every human person is made in the image of God destined to receive the Truth. We do not create the truth through our belief. Our belief receives that which already true or false. The whole “I’m okay you’re okay” culture has...