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VIEWPOINT with Bob Placie

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The official podcast of the television program Viewpoint with Bob Placie. Bob talks with guests to find out their viewpoint on a variety of issues regarding the Bible and how it is relevant to today's culture. This program is designed for people who have questions about Christianity and the Bible. Produced by WTLW TV

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Episodes

Dare 2 Share founder Greg Stile

February 13, 2023 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Is cancel culture the worst or best thing to happen to today’s youth who want to change the world. Dare2Share founder Greg Stile joins Bob. Support the show

A Lima area boxing club that is changing lives

February 06, 2023 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Bob interviews a Lima couple who are using boxing as a way to reach hurting youth. Also, podcast host Todd Hampson joins Bob to discuss how Christians can get started in a study of Biblical Prophecy. Support the show

The declining Worldview of the church

January 30, 2023 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Radio host and author Dr. Kerby Anderson PhD. Shares with Bob why it is possible for the church to pick up lost ground in today’s culture. He believes young people are still the key. Support the show

Justice is God’s baseline for culture

January 23, 2023 03:00 - 28 minutes - 20.4 MB

Pastor and Author Steffron James shares why be believes justice isn’t a reaction but should be the attitude of all who are believers in Christ. He shares his thoughts on why many justice movements fail in our culture. Support the show

A viewpoint of a single Mom

January 16, 2023 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Author, Peggy Sue Wells, shares what she learned with her family of seven who was left by their father and how the church can best reach out to that hurting group of men and women who are now single again. Support the show

How can we be influential?

January 09, 2023 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

An electrical engineer with a passion for connecting with people shares what he’s learned about the power of empathy. Bob also speaks with author Peggy Sue Wells about the best decisions single moms can make.  Support the show

Does Prophecy get a bad wrap?

January 02, 2023 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Why is prophecy in the Bible often overlooked by many as something only “experts” can understand? Bob speaks with Todd Hampson of the Prophecy Pros Podcast about his viewpoint on prophecy. Also, a Lima couple shares how their boxing outreach is making an impact on youth in the area. Support the show

American Familia

December 26, 2022 03:00 - 28 minutes - 21 MB

David Morales was born in Puerto Rico and later came to America with his parents to the East Coast. He shares with Bob the struggles of growing up in poverty in a new culture with racism coming from all angles, including from his own Puerto Rican community. His new book America Familia, a memoir of perseverance shares his success as he became a follower of Christ and now wants to give help to those who now struggle with “lack” in today culture.  Support the show

What Does God Want?

December 19, 2022 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

A common question asked by everyone is “What does God want from us?”  Pastor Ed Malone is not only a Bible teacher, but he also raises cattle. He has a unique understanding of how the Bible was written in an agricultural time. He will share the three main words we need to understand that God wants us to know. Also, Marlin Miller will discuss why he is publishing a magazine about the plain values the Amish area of Ohio embraces.  Support the show

Enough is Enough

December 12, 2022 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Dr. David E. Clark Ph.D. is a licensed counselor who is an expert in dealing with marriages where one spouse is dealing with mental abuse and manipulative behavior from the other spouse. Bob speaks to him about his step-by-step plan for a spouse to leave an abusive relationship which God’s help. His new book Enough is Enough is available through Moody Press.  Support the show

Christian values in decline/Special Needs Adoption

December 07, 2022 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

According to Kerby Anderson's survey, 1 in 4 Christians no longer hold a Biblical worldview in their beliefs. The author and radio show host shares with Bob the alarming research and why the Church needs to get back to basics. Also, Marlin Miller and his wife Lisa share why they chose to adopt three special needs children and the challenges and blessings in their Northeast Ohio home. Support the show

10 Best decsions for Single Moms | Ministring in the Workplace

November 25, 2022 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

What are the ten best decisions that a single mom can make? Author, Peggy Sue Wells, shares what she learned with her family of seven who was left by their father. Plus, a Lima couple shares how they are invited to minister inside local businesses to employees. Aaron and Veronica McLaurine will share about Marketplace Ministry. #evangelism #bible #limaohio #singlemom #singelmomadvice Support the show

Meet Dare2Share founder Greg Stier

November 21, 2022 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Before Greg Stier founded the nationwide teen ministry Dare 2 Share, he grew up in a tough gang family in Denver. Greg shares how one person sharing Christ changed his whole family. Plus, Greg shares his thoughts on the challenges facing today's Christian youth, and he believes this generation can change the world.  #dare2share #evangelism #teens #cancelculture #christianity Support the show

Nick Slatten's Story part 2

November 14, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

In December 2020, Nick Slatten was pardoned by President Trump from a sentence of life in prison after serving with Blackwater Security in Iraq. Nick shares his story that while he was a pawn of the U.S. and Iraqi governments, he found Jesus Christ and believed that God would set him free, and did. Nick shares his incredible story in this second episode. He also shares how you can be a part of helping another soldier who is serving life in prison for defending his life against a terrorist.  ...

Nick Slatten Exclusive Interview

November 07, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutes - 20.8 MB

In December 2020, Nick Slatten was pardoned by President Trump from a sentence of life in prison after serving with Blackwater Security in Iraq. Nick shares his story that while he was a pawn of the U.S. and Iraqi governments, he found Jesus Christ and believed that God would set him free, and did. Nick shares his incredible story in this special two-episode season premiere.   Support the show

Chasing Wonder with Ginger Stache

June 06, 2021 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Television Journalist and former WTLW host,  Ginger Stache who is part of Joyce Meyer Ministries, joins Bob to share about her upcoming book "Chasing Wonder". She shares that no matter where you are today in life, there are wonders out there that God wants you to soak in and share with others. You can order Ginger's book at GingerLStache.com and follow her at @gingerlstache on social media. Support the show

Where's your identity & Why Bother with Church?

May 02, 2021 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Bob speaks with Pastor/Author Cary Schmidt about how we have three options for where we find our identity. His book "Stop Trying" is available at https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Trying-Receive-Not-Achieve-Your-Identity/dp/0802419984 And we also discuss how believers need to return to church after the pandemic with author/apologist Sam Allberry. Support the show

Businessman shares secrets to success

April 25, 2021 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

T.W. Lewis founded a multi-million dollar home building business in Arizona. He found something was missing in his life and after a scare with cancer-focused his foundation to educating young people on focusing on values and morals and using his wealth to help ministries in his hometown. His Book  "Solid Ground" go to: https://solidgroundbook.com/ Support the show

Starting a cancer ministry at your Church

April 18, 2021 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Percy McCray has been called to minister to people who are battling cancer. He believes every church should have a cancer ministry. He shares his viewpoint as well as how his own encounter with cancer improved his ability to minister.  To find out more about the training provided goto: https://www.ourjourneyofhope.com/ Support the show

Transformed from the LGBTQ Lifestyle

April 11, 2021 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Becket Cook, the author of A Change Of Affection, shares how he was transformed from the LGBTQ lifestyle to become of follower of Jesus Christ. After years working in the fashion industry in Hollywood, never truly happy, his life was transformed in an unlikely meeting with a group of Christians having coffee.  His book is available at BecketCook.com Support the show

The Moral Outcry

April 04, 2021 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Mindy Thybault and her husband were about ready to become empty-nesters. But God spoke to them about adoption in a unique way. Since then her family has double including adopting embryos. She will also share why she founded Moral Outcry and how you can get involved by signing a petition that will go to the US Supreme Court.  Her organization can be found at themoraloutcry.com Support the show

Becoming a good father

April 02, 2021 12:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Ed McGlasson had a lot going, a career in the NFL, a ministry that was changing lives. Yet, this man struggled to be a good father because he didn't have a role model as his father was tragically killed before he was born. He shares with Bob how God revealed to him how to be a good father.  You can find Ed's book on his website: https://www.blessingofthefather.com/howtobecome Support the show

Why does God care who I sleep with?

April 01, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Sam Allberry is a Christian apologist, speaker, and author with a passion for God. Sam struggled with a same-sex attraction for many years. Sam shares why there is such conflict today in worldviews as so many people ask why does God care about who I love? His book "Why does God care who I sleep with" is available in bookstores and on Amazon.  Support the show

Help Her Be Brave

March 31, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MB

Amy Ford's mission is to help women who find themselves considering abortion in an unexpected pregnancy. She understands this situation as she made an attempt to have an abortion at the age of 19, while beginning the procedure was too emotional and the nurses stopped the abortion before it began. Later she would dedicate her life to helping women be brave during this storm in their life. She shares with Bob about embracegrace.com and how they help churches take on the mission of helping wome...

A Drug Lord, comes to the Lord

March 30, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

Herman Mendoza began running with the gangs when he was just 13. He became responsible for selling drugs not long after and landed in jail. After multiple convictions, he would find Christ in Rikers Island due to the prayers of his brother who was also serving time in the same prison. Herman writes of his amazing story in the book Shifting Shadows. Available on Amazon. Support the show

Covid Facts Not Fiction

March 29, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

Dr. Sam Kojoglanian MD is a cardiologist in Southern California. He is also a Christian who believes God does heal. He shares with Bob Placie his thoughts on the pandemic and some practical ways you can stay healthy. He also shares how he has seen God heal the hearts of many men and women. Support the show

Ministering to First Responders

December 13, 2020 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

John Revell is a Pastor and Author, however that was just the beginning. John now serves his Eastern Connecticut suburb as the Chaplin for the Police department. John has now witnessed first responders who have had their macho exterior stripped away in some of the country’s most heart-breaking tragedies. He shares his thoughts on justice, racism and blue lives matter with Bob.  You can find John's book at https://www.amazon.com/Yet-Will-Rejoice-Testimonies-Personalities/dp/0975412043 To sup...

The Serial Missionary: Jim Cantelon

December 06, 2020 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

Long time viewers of Christian television will recognize Jim Cantalone from his years hosting 100 Huntley Street and Talk to Me. But Jim just can’t stand still. He has on multiple occasions just passed the reigns of ministries he began to others, because God told Jim, there was something else he needed to do. Bob will talk to this man who says you just can’t stop answering the call from God. For more on Jim's outreach https://www.wowmission.com/ To support and learn more about the media m...

The Facts of our Faith with Dr. Frank Turek

November 29, 2020 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Dr. Frank Turek tours college campuses to defend the faith of Christianity. He is co-author of “I don’t have enough faith to be a atheist”. Dr. Turek will share with Bob ways you can defend your faith against an atheist in a respectful thought-provoking way.  Dr. Turek is founder of crossexamined.com and hosts a television program on NRB TV. For more on Dr. Frank Turek  To watch more episodes of ViewPoint on Youtube go to WTLW.COM Support the show

Can Roe v. Wade be overturned in 2021?

November 22, 2020 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Dr. Allan Parker is a attorney who has fought for rights for Christian education and for the unborn. He shares with Bob how his organization The Freedom Foundation is helping to set the stage for a reversal for Roe v. Wade and how it can be done with the recent changes in the Supreme Court. For more information on the Justice Foundation To watch the television version of this episode and more go to WTLW.COM Support the show

Black Lives Matter Confusion & Pandemic Prophecy

November 18, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

A bi-racial couple who pastor a church in Westerville, Ohio share with Bob how they are dealing with the Black Lives Matter Movement. They explain why Black Lives Matter are three Holy words, that have also be used in association with a organization that has anti-Christian platform. The Bible Discovery TV’s Rod Hembree joins us to share his views on how the Pandemic may be a source used by God to increase the Kingdom.    For more on OasisCityChurch.com For more on Bible DiscoveryTV.com W...

Are you resting well?

November 17, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

Just getting enough sleep does not mean you are getting the proper rest. Author Sandra Dalton explains to Bob how she has learned the Bible speaks on multiple ways you require rest for your body, mind, and spirit. To order Dr. Dalton's book: https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Rest-Recover-Energy-Restore/dp/1478921676 Find out about the ViewPoint television show and how to support our ministry. WTLW.COM Support the show

Bringing Bible Classes back to Public Schools

November 16, 2020 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

You may be surprised to find out in Ohio, students can leave public school to attend a Bible class, that counts as a credit, and it's legal!  Former OSU defensive end Joel Penton shares how his ministry is placing these classes in Ohio and is looking to do more.   For more info contact LifewiseAcademy.org Support the show

The United States & Prophecy

October 25, 2020 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

Rick Pearson was a successful businessman and a pilot who wanted to serve Christ. After years of frustration of not being able to fulfill his call, Jesus gave him a vision to understand prophecies in the Bible and how America fulfills those roles spoken in the scriptures. Now 30 years later he sees that vision is coming together and he shares them with Bob in this episode. You can find out more about Rick Pearson at ProphecyUSA.org To watch the television version of this program or to suppo...

The United States & Armageddon

October 25, 2020 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

Rick Pearson was a successful businessman and a pilot who wanted to serve Christ. After years of frustration of not being able to fulfill his call, Jesus gave him a vision to understand prophecies in the Bible and how America fulfills those roles spoken in the scriptures. Now 30 years later he sees that vision is coming together and he shares them with Bob in this episode. You can find out more about Rick Pearson at ProphecyUSA.org To watch the television version of this program or to suppo...

Trends in the American Church with Dr. George Barna

October 18, 2020 18:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

Dr. George Barna founded The Barna Group and has made it one of the world's leading market research firms.  His monthly reports give insight to trends in the American Christian worldview. For the years Barna's research has documented the decline of Biblical worldview and the Christians embrace of a secular worldview. In this episode Bob Placie discusses worldview, political polling, and if the Church's decline into secular humanism is reversible. For more information on Mr. Barna's research...

The Church & Racism

October 13, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

Season 3 Episode 1: Pastors Bill & Lynne Themelaras have a unique perspective on racism. Falling in love in Wheeling West Virginia and entering ministry together, they share their experiences and struggles with racism. They believe the church needs to embrace the hurting and that African Americans are hurting and it shouldn't be minimalized by Christians. Support the show

Reaching women who've been hurt

February 10, 2020 08:00 - 13 minutes - 9.62 MB

Ginger Stache of Joyce Meyer Ministries shares their outreach worldwide to women who need to hear the hope of Jesus Christ. ProjectGRL reaches victims of sex trafficking to women in countries that are considered substandard still today. For more information on ProjectGRL ViewPoint is a presentation of WTLW TV Podcast produced by Premiere Podcast Support the show

Church reaches out to sex trafficking victims

February 03, 2020 08:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

Bob interviews a Pastor of a church who wanted to do something to help victims of sex trafficking. He shares the incredible story of a small church that is making an impact nationwide.  Support the show

Praying for healing

January 27, 2020 08:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

Pastor Matt Rice is no stranger to healing, he's been healed and has prayed for many to receive healing. But what happens when his wife goes through a sudden complication and it nearly takes her life. He shares his journey with Bob.  Support the show

2020 Prophecy Update

January 20, 2020 09:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Ron Hembree is the host of Bible Discovery TV and shares with Bob his thoughts are where we are now in Bible Prophecy.  ViewPoint is a production of WTLW TV Support the show

How should the church approach those identifying as transgendered

January 20, 2020 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.28 MB

Bob speaks with Pastor Daniel Fusco of Vancouver WA. Daniel's church regularly has people who identify as transgender attend his church. How can the church properly with love and grace work with people who are struggling with sexual identity and the difficulties this causes in areas like High School ministry.  Support the show

How should the church approach those identifying as transgendered

January 20, 2020 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.28 MB

Bob speaks with Pastor Daniel Fusco of Vancouver WA. Daniel's church regularly has people who identify as transgender attend his church. How can the church properly with love and grace work with people who are struggling with sexual identity and the difficulties this causes in areas like High School ministry.  Support the show

Addictions & Counterfeit Comforts

January 18, 2020 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.28 MB

Actress Robia Scott has had a long career from her TV series work in the 90's to recent motion picture roles. For a time she struggled with eating disorders in an attempt to fit the Hollywood role. She shares with Bob her story in her book Counterfeit Comforts. Find Robia Scott's book:  ViewPoint with Bob Placie is a production of WTLW TV Podcast Production by Premiere Podcast Support the show

Is pop music a threat to our spirit?

January 13, 2020 11:00 - 9 minutes - 6.88 MB

Matt Rice is a former hair band rock and roll guitarist. He believes all music has a message and that it can affect you. He shares with Bob how you should view your media choices.  Support the show

Gender Identity and the Church

January 13, 2020 09:00 - 10 minutes - 6.94 MB

Apologist and Author Rebecca McLaughlin says that the gender identity crisis in our country may be the biggest issue the church will be dealing with for years to come.  It doesn't matter if you think it's right or wrong, people have lost their direction and how will the church reach to these people, Rebecca shares her own former struggle with same-sex attraction.  Support the show

Sharing your faith at work

January 06, 2020 17:00 - 9 minutes - 6.38 MB

It isn't impossible to share your faith at work. Steve Light is a business executive and has been in leadership of some of America's largest companies. When someone asks, he doesn't hesitate to share what has made him a success.  Support the show

Are all Muslims really a threat?

January 06, 2020 17:00 - 9 minutes - 6.53 MB

Patrick Colbeck is a former state senator for Michigan. He shares how he separates the differences between the radical extreme Muslim agenda and how he was friends with other Muslim colleagues in government.  Support the show

Is the Old Testament God different than the New Testament?

December 30, 2019 08:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

Bible Discovery TV host, Rod Hembree shares his thoughts on if the Old Testament God is different than the New Testament God. For more on Rod Hembree For more on ViewPoint with Bob Placie Support the show

Today's culture of victimhood

December 30, 2019 08:00 - 8 minutes - 5.91 MB

Sean McDowell shares his belief that even though there are many good reasons why people are blaming others for their problems in life, overall our culture is not taking responsibility for problems we are at fault for.  Support the show

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