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Unmasking Truth Podcast

90 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

Pastor Don Lewis has a background serving in churches and organizations all over the United States. Brad Burrow has owned a media company for over 20 years and has worked for companies all over the world. Together they bring a unique point of view along with a plethora of diverse experiences to the conversation. They’ll explore the world from a biblical perspective and dive into where culture, religion and business meet head on.

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Episodes

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 40

July 15, 2019 02:03 - 16 minutes - 24.1 MB

Don and Brad talk about the recent story of Jaelene Hinkle and the US Women's Soccer Team.  Hinkle chose not to wear a jersey that promoted the LGBT movement due to her faith and was removed from the team.  They discuss the courage, conviction and faith Jaelene had to stand up for her beliefs.  

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 39

July 15, 2019 01:52 - 22 minutes - 31.9 MB

Don and Brad talk about the importance of having a plan to pray.  Without a plan we all seem to fail.  A good plan will help keep our relationship with God on track.  They talk about what the scriptures say about this as well. 

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 38

June 25, 2019 11:00 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk with Nick Jordan about his career in politics as well as his background in Faith.  Nick talks about his desire to see God's values be used to transform individuals and communities.  As you can imagine, the conversation leads us back to discussing the power of God's word in transforming hearts and lives.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 37

June 24, 2019 02:26 - 23 minutes - 33.1 MB

Pastor Don and Brad welcome Nick Jordan to the Unmasking Truth Podcast.  They Discuss Ahab, Elijah and the purpose of prayer.  Ahab heard the news that the drought was over and decided to celebrate.  Elijah decided to pray.  What do we take from this example of prayer and purpose?  Join us and find out!

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 36

June 17, 2019 09:00 - 18 minutes - 26.4 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about Current Events.  In this episode, they discuss Millennials and the current state of education.  There are differing views depending on who you listen too.  They also discuss a new phenomenon called grounding.  Are we an electric species?  Finally, they discuss the recent news that Kansas City has been selected as the new headquarters for the Department of Agriculture and the fallout from that. 

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 35

June 14, 2019 16:15 - 25 minutes - 36.1 MB

Pastor Don and Brad discuss Jesus' prayer in John - Chapter 17.  They talk about Jesus' desire that we would be one with Him and God!  What an amazing request.  They also discuss how Jesus prayed for himself first, then the disciples and then believers.  What that pattern means and how it relates to us.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 34

June 08, 2019 15:20 - 18 minutes - 26.3 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about Georgia and the recently passed abortion laws that ban abortions after 6 weeks.  Spike Lee has recently been quoted saying the film industry should pull out of Georgia due to this law.  This is a 9.5 billion dollar industry.  They talk about how celebrities can influence people and where our influence should come from.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 33

June 08, 2019 14:57 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about the message behind Psalm 73.  We can all relate to Asaph as he questions the success of others while he is working very hard to do the right thing the right way when it comes to following God and obeying his commandments.  It's easy to look at the success of others and question why this is not the case for us.  Asaph needed to change his perspective.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 32

May 31, 2019 16:55 - 14 minutes - 20.9 MB

With each day that passes the immigration crisis is worsening.  More and more people are being forced to leave terrible situations in countries like El Salvador, Venezuela, and Guatemala.  Don and Brad discuss this issue and what our response should be from a Christian's perspective.  While this is a delicate issue, every life matters to God and the Church's response should reflect that. 

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 31

May 31, 2019 16:47 - 24 minutes - 34.6 MB

Don and Brad discuss the role of suffering in Christianity. The Bible says as Christians, we will suffer.  It is inevitable.  So, how do we look at this?  They discuss the options of how we can approach this painful subject.  We can look at it from a worldly view or a heavenly view.  Through hope or despair.  Our choice will determine our path.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 30

May 29, 2019 02:52 - 19 minutes - 27.6 MB

Pastor Don and Brad discuss the growing trend of personal electronics like smartphones, iPads, Surfaces, and laptops are hampering our ability to develop strong relationships.  On one hand, apps and technology is great. On the other hand, they have a strong tendency to isolate us from each other.  How do we overcome this trend?  By spending time together and sharing our lives (good times and bad) with others.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 29

May 29, 2019 02:34 - 27 minutes - 38.7 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about the age-old question that defines the human condition.  If God is a loving God, why does He allow suffering? While God's ways are above ours, we can glean some understanding of His heart through stories, scripture, and illustrations.  They discuss the story of Job, Joseph, and Stephen as he sees Christ standing next to the throne of God. This is a great talk to bring meaning and purpose to suffering.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 28

May 17, 2019 21:14 - 18 minutes - 26.3 MB

Pastor Don and Brad discuss the escalating conflicts and battle for power with North Korea, Iran, and the Middle East.  The pride of world leaders leads to the oppression of people.  But we know that God can change the heart of a king.  Our leaders must be in submission to the Lord as he will direct their paths in dealing with evil.  

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 27

May 17, 2019 21:02 - 22 minutes - 31.8 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about the Jeremiah 29:7 - And seek the peace of the city where I have caused you to be carried away captive, and pray to the Lord for it; for in its peace you will have peace.  They discuss the power of prayer and how most Christians don't really have a true understanding of how they can effectively impact the world through a spiritual battle.  They also talk about the difference between defensive response and a proactive offensive approach to prayer.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 26

May 10, 2019 20:56 - 17 minutes - 23.9 MB

Pastor Don and Brad discuss current events viewed through the lens of a biblical world view.  In this episode, they discuss the Colorado Stem School Shooting and the heroism of Kendrick Castillo, a miracle cure for a bacterial infection found in a rotten eggplant and the conflict in Israel.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 25

May 10, 2019 18:23 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MB

Brad and Pastor Don talk about the importance of a strong communication strategy for couples, marriages, employers, managers and even friends.  They discuss the importance of clear communication, controlling expectations and much more.  It's a must listen for anyone wanting to communicate clearly.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 24

May 03, 2019 17:09 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about the crisis in Venezuela and how God uses these situations to draw us closer to Him.  They also discuss the power of faith and prayer in changing the culture of a country and in helping to heal the land.  

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 23

May 03, 2019 17:02 - 26 minutes - 37.1 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about the National Day of Prayer and how it relates to 2 Chronicles 7:14.  Pastor Don breaks down the verse and how this process drives revival.  They also discuss the beginnings of the National Day of Prayer in New York City back in 1857.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 22

April 26, 2019 17:56 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about James 1:27 - Pure and undefiled religion before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their trouble, and to keep oneself unspotted from the world. NKJV.  Most Christians and churches spend time on the second half of this scripture, but not the first half - orphans and widows.  The real challenge is aligning our hearts with God's on this subject.  How do we do that? 

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 21

April 26, 2019 17:41 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB

Don and Brad talk with Kevin Theriot about his career as an attorney serving faith initiatives.  Kevin serves as Senior Counsel and Vice President of the Center for Life with Alliance Defending Freedom, where he directs the work of team members working to overturn Roe v. Wade, defend pro-life speech, and battle against physician-assisted suicide.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 20

April 19, 2019 16:37 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about the recent news of the fire at Notre Dame.  They discuss the impact of fire had on most people and how the loss was mourned by many, but in reality, we need to be mourning the loss of life that happens right in our own city.  This discussion leads to the lack of strong fathers in inner-city families and the negative impact on individuals and families.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 19

April 19, 2019 16:20 - 22 minutes - 30.2 MB

Don and Brad discuss the concept of "Cathedral Thinking".  They discuss the idea that cathedrals like Notre Dame in Paris took generations to build.  Because of that fact, families and specifically fathers were focused on training and preparing their boys to continue the task of building these cathedrals, and in many cases never got to see the finished work.  This is much like how God wants us to build our families and generations.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 18

April 12, 2019 20:48 - 19 minutes - 26.4 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about the recent news with the College Scam and the different paths taken by Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin when facing indictments.  They also discuss the Jussie Smollett situation and the importance of "owning it" in God's eyes.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 17

April 12, 2019 19:02 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about Psalms 139 and God's perfect knowledge of man. They also discuss how God is with us at all times and even encourages us to vent and share our frustrations with him.  This leads to a very interesting discussion of Pastor Don's time and history with Oliver North.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 16

April 06, 2019 20:57 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MB

Don, Brad and Sherrie discuss the new movie Unplanned - the story of Abby Johnson and how she becomes the youngest clinic director in the history of Planned Parenthood, then a life-changing experience turns her into an anti-abortion activist.  They also discuss the tactics of Planned Parenthood in keeping patients in the dark about what is really happening to them.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 15

April 06, 2019 15:30 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MB

Don, Brad and Sherrie talk about the famous meeting between Jesus and the woman at the well in John 4.  There are some nuances in the scriptures that most people miss.  Jesus insisted on going to Samaria because he knew the encounter would happen.  He also knew the woman's circumstance and had compassion on her.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 14

March 29, 2019 16:43 - 18 minutes - 25.6 MB

Pastor Don and Brad talk about the Jussie Smullet Case with the charges being dropped and the impact this has on the Judicial System. They discuss how wealth can influence the system but that justice is a key characteristic of God's sovereignty.  They also talk about the division and path the country is on and how the Mueller Report continues to divide us. 

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 13

March 29, 2019 16:23 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MB

Pastor Lewis and Brad Burrow talk about Ephesians 4:11-12.  They discuss the true calling for every Christian to become true ministers of the Gospel and the roles of each person.  They also get into the role of business leaders in this discussion. 

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 12

March 23, 2019 04:16 - 23 minutes - 32 MB

Pastor Don, Brad and Emmitt discuss the horrible shooting in New Zealand. They discuss the idea that God loves individuals and values life.  In the midst of the discussion about the shooting and thoughts about it,  the subject of Jonah comes up.  It's a fascinating look at one of God's reluctant prophets.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 11

March 22, 2019 21:26 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MB

Emmitt Mitchell talks about the D. L. Moody Center and the Heritage Center Museum.  Researchers are finding new artifacts and treasures related to D. L. Moody all over the world.  The impact of his ministry continues to grow and be revealed on a deep level.  Emmitt talks about this and the future of the Center and Museum. 

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 10

March 15, 2019 22:18 - 17 minutes - 23.9 MB

Don and Brad discuss the College Admission Scam that has recently been brought to light.  They talk about the effects of the pressure to stay relevant and wealthy by some people in the upper class and the biblical view of that approach.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 09

March 15, 2019 17:07 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MB

Don and Brad discuss the sacrifices made by each person and God's response to each.  They discuss redemption and God's offer to bring Cain back in the fray as well as Cain's response to murdering his brother.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 08

March 15, 2019 13:46 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MB

Don, Brad and Sherrie talk about the new push by the Left for post-delivery abortion. The new law in New York and the the biblical view of what is happening.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 07

March 14, 2019 19:59 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MB

Don and Brad talk with Sherrie Pucket and discuss the notion that we really need to believe what God says about us.  We have an enemy that wants us to doubt.  Faith is believing. 

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 06

March 14, 2019 03:34 - 17 minutes - 24.7 MB

Don, Brad and Emmitt discuss President Trump's recent trip to Vietnam to negotiate with North Korea.  They discuss the importance of praying for our President no matter how you feel about him politically.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 05

March 14, 2019 03:27 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MB

Don, Brad and Emmitt talk about the concept of transformation and how God takes us through that process over time.   

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 04

March 14, 2019 03:19 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MB

Emmitt Mitchell is President of the Moody Center. The Moody Center’s work is focused on three broad areas: evangelism, education, and Christian entrepreneurship. Emmitt leads with strategic vision and oversight, helping the Moody Center to realize its vision of equipping and inspiring today’s ministry leaders to become more effective through innovation and continuous learning. Emmitt is a long-time Kansas City businessman with significant experience in banking, real estate and the automobi...

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 03

March 06, 2019 04:11 - 13 minutes - 18.1 MB

In this podcast, Don and Brad discuss the situation in Chicago with Jussie Smollett and his alleged attack.  

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 02

March 05, 2019 20:09 - 23 minutes - 32.5 MB

Don and Brad discuss God's purpose for Eve and Adams need for a rescuer.

Unmasking Truth Podcast - Episode 01

March 01, 2019 17:00 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MB

Don and Brad talk about their history, experiences and inspiration for starting the podcast.