The Rise, Fall, and Redemption of America
This week on Take A Stand! Radio, Eric plays portions of the soundtrack from his new DVD presentation "The Rise, Fall and Redemption of America." Along with many powerful insights, inspirational quotes, and many Scriptures, Eric outlines the foundation of America and details the vision that brought forth the country. He notes the overwhelming evidence of God's hand upon America's founders and details how our many freedoms have been blessed and used by God to fund and help spread the Gospel message worldwide. However, those freedoms are not a right, but instead a privilege and cannot be taken for granted. Eric reminds Christians of both our responsibility and the absolute assurance that America will face God's judgment if we continue on the current path of moral and spiritual decay. Don't miss this challenging and also inspirational message!

Failure to Translate part 4
In the compelling final installment of "Failure to Translate," hear David Irvine who, after preparing for over a year to go on the mission field with Wycliffe/SIL, abandoned his quest due to the apparent encroachment of overt postmodern thinking in Wycliffe/SIL management. Also featured is Georges Houssney who has taken his fight for sound Bible translations public with a petition asking Wycliffe and others to cease producing so-called "Muslim friendly" Bibles.

Failure to Translate part 3
Today, Eric Barger interviews journalist, Emily Belz of World Magazine who has been instrumental in shedding light on the problems and fallout surrounding the controversial "Muslim-Friendly" Bible translations issue. Postmodernism is at the root of this mess and Eric points out that the translators are "translating the Bible to make it friendly to the people we're giving it to - instead of translating the Bible to honor the Word of God and to rightly divide the word of truth."

Failure to Translate part 2
Eric Barger continues to examine the controversial "Muslim-Friendly" Bible translations issue and also discusses the recent revelation that in spite of Rick Warren's recent denials about his personal beliefs, Saddleback Church appears to have joined with Muslim Leaders in a pack known as "King's Way" based on the incorrect assumption that the Allah of Islam is actually Jehovah, God Almighty.

Failure to Translate part 1
This week on Take A Stand Radio, Eric Barger dissects the growing controversy of "Muslim-Friendly" Bible translations and examines the great responsibility we have to accurately and boldly present the one true Gospel to those lost in the religion of Islam.

SPECIAL BROADCAST - Eric Barger's Testimony
Here Eric's inspiring testimony of God's deliverance and freedom from drugs, New Age beliefs, and the seedy lifestyle of the secular rock music industry. This special program will be great to share with non-Christian friends and loved ones.

The End-Time Occult Invasion part 2
With more insight from his book, Entertaining Spirits Unaware, Eric Barger discusses the Harry Potter phenomenon and the unbiblical nature of our culture's perverted criteria for heroes today.

Understanding the Creation - Evolution Controversy part 1 - The Authority of the Bible

Genesis 1:1 states: "In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth."

Most Christians would immediately agree with that statement but when challenged, many fall apart and fail to give an accurate defense of the Bible. Tragically, many give up and instead of digging in to find out why we believe what we believe, the Bible and its truths are compromised all because of intimidation and the fear of man.

So, if you’ve perceived the Creation/Evolution debate with trepidation or have seen the Genesis account as a sort of black hole then, Eric Barger, and his guest, Jay Seegert, of the Creation Education Center, have answers for you! Be sure to tune in or download part one of this new series!

Middle East Events and Bible Prophecy part 3 - Prophecy Morphs Into History - But Is There Hope?

Author, radio host, and end-times prophecy authority, Bill Salus, is again Eric's guest for the final part of this timely series.

What about a "Greater Israel?" How much land did God designate to ancient Israel? What happens after the war described in Psalm 83?

To aid our understanding of the days and events we are experiencing, Salus outlines the names of the ancient pagan nations and precisely who their modern day equivalents are.

Then, Bill and Eric end today's program with a reminder that there is only one answer for the turmoil of taking place in this world - Jesus Christ.

Listen on demand on your mobile device, or download the podcast at www.ericbarger.com/radio.archive.htm . Order materials relating to this series HERE. Contact Bill Salus at www.prophecydepot.net.

Middle East Events and Bible Prophecy part 1 - The Arab Spring and Witnessing in the Last Days

Author, radio host, and recognized authority on Bible prophecy and end-time events, Bill Salus, is Eric's guest.

Speaking of the current state of unrest in the Middle East, Salus and Barger encourage every Christian to become familiar with the prophetic Scriptures found in God's Word. Both men point out that the study of prophecy is not "doom and gloom" as many bemoan. The fact is that ignorance is never bliss and God has given a gift to the Church that we may understand the days we live in. If we choose to ignore God's prophetic blueprint, we'll not be prepared to minister salvation and hope to the lost in the troubled days ahead.

Bill Salus states that "there is a special reward for us to be courageous as we go through these times." Just as Joshua and Caleb were rewarded, so shall it be for the Saints who study God's Word and take seriously the call to prepare their hearts..

Order materials relating to this series HERE. Contact Bill Salus at www.prophecydepot.net. Listen on demand on your mobile device, or download the podcast at www.ericbarger.com/radio.archive.htm .

The Submerging Church part 3
Eric interviews pastor and filmmaker, Joe Schimmel, in a continuing discussion of Joe's newest DVD project "The Submerging Church."

Don't miss any part of this series by two of Christendom's leading voices warning the Church about postmodernism and emergent heresy. Be sure to share this Take A Stand! Radio series with anyone lost in New Age thought or those traveling down the unbiblical Emergent road.

Listen on demand on your mobile device, or download the podcast at www.ericbarger.com/radio.archive.htm . Also find Joe Schimmel at www.goodfight.org.

The Submerging Church part 2
Eric interviews pastor and filmmaker, Joe Schimmel, in a continuing discussion of Joe's newest DVD project "The Submerging Church."

In this segment, Schimmel and Barger detail more of the problems associated with the Emergent philosophy in the light of the familiar apologetics standard: Galatians 1:8-9. Joe and Eric also point out the bottom line of Emergent error which is that it leads people into a godless eternity.

Here Schimmel also outlines how one man profoundly effected Bill Hybels (Seeker Movement), Rick Warren (Purpose Driven Movement), and Brian McLaren (Emergent Movement) moving them - and thousands of their followers - in one troubling direction. That man was New Age mystic and management guru, the late Peter Drucker.

Don't miss any part of this series by two of Christendom's leading voices warning the Church about postmodernism and emergent heresy. Be sure to share this Take A Stand! Radio series with anyone lost in New Age thought or those traveling down the unbiblical Emergent road.

Listen on demand on your mobile device, or download the podcast at www.ericbarger.com/radio.archive.htm . Also find Joe Schimmel at www.goodfight.org.

The Submerging Church part 1
Eric interviews pastor and filmmaker, Joe Schimmel about his new documentary DVD set "The Submerging Church."

In this first segment, both men tell of their spiritual search before surrendering to Jesus Christ. Each also share unique perspectives on how millions inside Christian churches today have so easily accepted Emergent postmodernism and how it is submerging many congregations both in America and around the world. Joe and Eric also recount how they became aware of the growing Emergent Church and its troubling diversions into cultic and occultic philosophy.

Included are many definitions and problematic quotes from Emergent leaders which will help you to effectively communicate warnings concerning the many problems inherent in the movement.

Being that both Barger and Schimmel come from backgrounds deeply immersed in mystical beliefs and New Age, esoteric practices, both the personal experience and in-depth research they offer serve as bold warnings to those who've shelved the Bible to dabble instead with Emergent heresy.

Bible Prophecy and the Occult part 5 - The Kingdom of the Occult
Jill Martin Rische is Eric's guest again this week as we focus again on the world of the occult from a biblical perspective. Jill is the daughter of the late Dr. Walter Martin, the 20th centuries greatest Christian apologist. She, and co-author Kurt Van Gorden, have taken Walter Martin's notes and teachings and have developed the most complete treatise ever compiled on the topic in their book, The Kingdom of the Occult.

In the first part of the interview, Eric and Jill warned against the inherent dangers of reading occult-oriented literature without first understanding the seductive and spiritually damaging nature of them. In today's episode, Jill and Eric discuss the spread and pervasive acceptance of occultism through the media and literature today. They also connect the Hindu worship tool of yoga with demonic power and detail the fact that Hindu yogis (teachers) decry the current western culture's yoga craze, in particular the notion that yoga can be joined to Christianity, as ignorant and naive.

Bible Prophecy and the Occult part 4 - The Kingdom of the Occult
Jill Martin Rische is Eric's guest this week as we focus again on the world of the occult. Jill is the daughter of the late Dr. Walter Martin, the 20th centuries greatest Christian apologist. She, and co-author Kurt Van Gorden, have taken Walter Martin's notes and teachings and have developed the most complete treatise ever compiled on the topic in their book, The Kingdom of the Occult.

In the first part of the interview, Eric and Jill warn against reading occult-oriented literature without first understanding the dangers inherent in them. They also caution that unless one is called by God to specifically research on or expose the occult, Christians should endeavor to learn about the occult from Christian sources instead of from demonically inspired writers and their works.

Bible Prophecy and the Occult part 3
In week three of the series, Eric continues expounding on II Thessalonians 2 and explains how each and every person alive today have been conditioned concerning counterfeit, lying signs and wonders. The desensitization has been happening for several decades and the overall mindset of the world is being readied for the coming world leader - the Antichrist. Be sure to tune in or download all of the programs in this important series.

Bible Prophecy and the Occult part 2
Did the Apostle Paul’s warning to the Church at Thessalonica speak directly to a proliferation of the Occult and supernaturalism in the end-days? If so, are we watching this exact prophetic event take place in a crescendo welcoming the predicted world system and its leader called “the man of sin?”

This week on Take A Stand! Radio we feature part two of the series, “Bible Prophecy and the Occult.” Don't miss any of these informative and important broadcasts.

Bible Prophecy and the Occult part 1
Over the past few decades there has been a steady stream of media presenting the message of spirituality - but rejection of God, the Bible, and Christianity. A casual Internet search indicates the scope of the world’s addiction to the supernatural. And anyone doubting this need only survey the content and philosophy that fuels the most popular movies, television programs, video games, literature, and music.

In this first installment of "The Bible Prophecy and the Occult," Eric Barger details the monumental rise of the occult in our day as we begin examining the Bible's specific warnings about the very phenomenon we’re watching unfold.

Discernment of Deception: Which Will You Choose? part 3
In this final installment of "Discernment or Deception: Which Will You Choose?" Eric continues the live teaching by reminding us that biblical Christians will be aware of the days they live in - just like the leaders of the tribe of Issachar who understood the times and knew how to respond in the day they lived in (I Chron. 12:32).

Eric concludes by reminding us of Solomon's request before God. The King didn't ask for power over his foes, or long life, or for riches, but instead, he asked God to make him discerning. This powerful truth is sorely needed in the Church today and in the lives of each individual seeking to please the Lord.

Discernment of Deception: Which Will You Choose? part 2
In part two of the message, Eric continues to document and expose some of the many aberrant theologies and near cult-like ideas that dot the Christian landscape and that are passed off as "evangelical" today. Covering the gauntlet from "Seeker Sensitive" to "Purpose Driven," the warnings come in rapid fire. A main focus in this weeks message are Jesus' words warning those who had walked with Him and seen the many proofs that He was indeed the Messiah. In Matthew 24 Jesus warned Hi disciples. It should speak loudly to us as well when He said, "Do not be deceived!"

Discernment of Deception: Which Will You Choose? part 1
This week, Eric Barger begins summarizing some of the many traps facing Christians today. Cults - The Occult - New Age - Liberalism - Emergent - Seeker - Purpose Driven. etc.

The Errors of the Emergent Church part 4 (revisited)
In this final session of the series Eric recaps and draws us to the only conclusion possible for biblical thinkers - that the Emergent Church movement really isn't Christianity at all. He summarizes that those leading this Postmodern redefinition of Christianity have taken the movement perilously outside the boundaries of orthodoxy into blatant apostasy endangering the eternal life of any who follow them. Instead of continuing in the faith as Paul exhorted his son in the faith, Timothy, to do, the Emergent movement has dismantled historic Christianity, left the Bible without doctrine or context, and inspired a spirit of rebellion among its followers. For authentic Believers, our task remains to lovingly refute and correct error and then to teach the truth whenever possible to a lost and corrupt world - including those who claim to be "Christian" inside the Emergent heresy.

The Errors of the Emergent Church part 3 (revisited)
In part three of the series Eric outlines the warnings from the Apostle Paul of diverging away from authentic, biblically sound doctrine. This message includes many quotes from Emergent leaders illustrating the very problem true Christians face in these last days. Eric also points out one of the core issues - Emergent leaders continually describe themselves and what they advocate as "Evangelical." The action needed here is "test everything" (I Thess. 5:21-22) matching all teaching against the one and only true Gospel (Gal. 1:8-9).

The Errors of the Emergent Church part 2 (revisited)
This week Eric sheds more light on definitions as it becomes more obvious that Emergent thinkers use many terms familiar to Christians - but have attached radically different meanings. He also discusses the experience of attending a three day conference featuring the man known as the god-father of the Emergent movement, Brian McLaren. Listen to hear and be warned about the apostate and heretical Emergent redefinition of Christianity.

The Errors of the Emergent Church part 1 (revisited)
Eric's most requested seminar teaching for conferences and churches! This week Eric Barger, defines the roots of this unbiblical movement which has swept through evangelicalism. Learn from Scripture as Eric outlines both the need and the command we have to "test everything." Pulling no punches, Eric warns that just as with the many other cults which has devastated and eternally destroyed millions, the Emergent Church found its genesis inside Christendom through captivating teachers and unsuspecting followers who either didn't know or didn't care about the Scriptural admonition to abide by the tried and true doctrines which ARE Christianity.

Understanding the Creation - Evolution Controversy part 4: Most Asked Questions
In the final installment of the series, Eric's guest, Jay Seegert, of the Creation Education Center, addresses the most asked questions concerning the Creation-Evolution controversy including, "If God created the universe, who created God?", "What exactly is Carbon-14 dating?", "Is there life in outer space?", "Where do dinosaurs fit in the Bible?" and more.

Understanding the Creation - Evolution Controversy part 3: The Origin of Life
In part three, Eric's guest, Jay Seegert, of the Creation Education Center, addresses the origin of life and species and obliterates the possibility that life came about through a process of natural selection (a mere accident). Seegert points out the incomplete and unscientific reasons that the majority of those in the scientific community have chosen evolution. Jay then adds dynamic and important insight as to why many scientists and educators have chosen natural explanations (chance) for the origin of life, while completely and purposely ignoring any suggestion of divine creation.

Understanding the Creation - Evolution Controversy part 2: The Case From Science
Eric Barger, and his guest, Jay Seegert, of the Creation Education Center, continue discussing the creation vs. evolution debate.

Understanding the Creation - Evolution Controversy part 1: The Authority of the Bible
Genesis 1:1 states: "In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth."

Most Christians would immediately agree with that statement but when challenged, many fall apart and fail to give an accurate defense of the Bible. Tragically, many give up and instead of digging in to find out why we believe what we believe, the Bible and its truths are compromised all because of intimidation and the fear of man.

So, if you’ve perceived the Creation/Evolution debate with trepidation or have seen the Genesis account as a sort of black hole then, Eric Barger, and his guest, Jay Seegert, of the Creation Education Center, have answers for you! Be sure to tune in or download part one of this new series!

The Proof and the Power of the Resurrection part 2
The evidence for the Resurrection of Jesus Christ is some of the most overwhelming known to man. It is also some of the most hotly disputed by unbelievers because of the gravity of what it presents – that being, a risen savior who calls ALL MEN to surrender their lives and repent of their sins and then follow Him.

Join Eric as he'll be looking at the Resurrection through the lens of statistics and mathematics. What is the probability that Jesus could have fulfilled just a handful of the best-known Old Testament messianic prophesies - and yet have NOT been the Messiah of Israel?

You're also going to hear of some of the extravagant, outlandish theories that men have devised in vain efforts to disprove the fact that Jesus rose bodily from the dead!

Tune in and call a friend as we examine the Proof and the Power of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ - Take A Stand Radio is on the air!

The Proof and the Power of the Resurrection part 1
The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the literal the capstone of Christianity. Besides fulfilling each and every biblical prophecy that Scripture mandates of the Messiah, Jesus’ crowning triumph was that He indeed DID raise from the dead - and not just spiritually, as so many liberal theologians, heretics, and uninformed religionists have postulated. The God-man from Nazareth beat death, he defeated Hell, and He conquered the grave, and He offers the same to whosoever places their trust in Him as Savior, Messiah, and Lord. This is perhaps our greatest reason for our hope as Christians. However, many Believers fail to confidently present reasons and evidence for this, the lynchpin of our faith.

This week on Take A Stand Radio we’re going to examine the "Proof and the Power of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ" and why every Christian has great reason to celebrate and give bold witness of His triumph over the grave each and every day! Make sure to tune in!

Failure to Translate part 4
In the compelling final installment of "Failure to Translate," hear David Irvine who, after preparing for over a year to go on the mission field with Wycliffe/SIL, abandoned his quest due to the apparent encroachment of overt postmodern thinking in Wycliffe/SIL management. Also featured is Georges Houssney who has taken his fight for sound Bible translations public with a petition asking Wycliffe and others to cease producing so-called "Muslim friendly" Bibles.

Failure to Translate part 3
Today, Eric Barger interviews journalist, Emily Belz of World Magazine who has been instrumental in shedding light on the problems and fallout surrounding the controversial "Muslim-Friendly" Bible translations issue. Postmodernism is at the root of this mess and Eric points out that the translators are "translating the Bible to make it friendly to the people we're giving it to - instead of translating the Bible to honor the Word of God and to rightly divide the word of truth."

Failure to Translate part 2
Eric Barger continues to examine the controversial "Muslim-Friendly" Bible translations issue and also discusses the recent revelation that in spite of Rick Warren's recent denials about his personal beliefs, Saddleback Church appears to have joined with Muslim Leaders in a pack known as "King's Way" based on the incorrect assumption that the Allah of Islam is actually Jehovah, God Almighty.

Failure to Translate part 1
This week on Take A Stand Radio, Eric Barger dissects the growing controversy of "Muslim-Friendly" Bible translations and examines the great responsibility we have to accurately and boldly present the one true Gospel to those lost in the religion of Islam.

The Deception of Chrislam part 3
Continuing the series, this week Eric has selected audio clips from his popular DVD, "The Deception of Chrislam." Included, Eric quotes the Qur'an to illustrate the fallacy that the Muslim god, Allah, is actually Jehovah God and further exposes that Chrislam has no foundation in the Bible. Eric also tells of a personal encounter with several Muslim men and a reminder to every Christian to be ready always to give an answer (I Peter 3:15) - no matter how uncomfortable it may be.

The Deception of Chrislam part 2
Join Eric Barger as he concludes an interview with Australian based author Bill Muehlenberg of "Culture Watch." The topic again is the growing popularity of the convoluted mix of Islam and Christianity known as "Chrislam." Muehlenberg recounting debating a Muslim Imam and gives some great advice about discerning how to determine what the truth about Islam and Chrislam really is.

The Deception of Chrislam part 1
Today, there is a growing and increasingly widespread movement inside mainline and Evangelical churches which attempts to join Islam and Christianity. Based on the premise that both religions worship the same deity, "Chrislam" is gaining followers and becoming a favorite among the politically correct. But is the basis of this movement correct? Do the Bible and Qur'an harmonize? Is Allah actually Jehovah God? Why are those claiming to be Evangelicals involved with this misguided idea? Join us for Take A Stand! Radio as Eric Barger begins a new series exposing the dangers of Chrislam. Eric's guest in this episode is author Bill Muehlenberg of "Culture Watch."

His Nature TV with Larry Watts
Are you interested in the spiritual understanding and safety of the next generation? With so many occult, violent and sexual themes prevalent today our children and teens desperately need answers that refute evolution, humanism and cultic beliefs. Today we’re going to introduce you to Larry Watts of His Nature TV. He’s a man with a plan, “Leading children to faith then protecting that faith” with exciting and innovative programming aimed at teens, pre-teens, and adults too!

New Age Truth or...Old Age Deception? part 9
In this, the last week of the series "Journey Through The New Age," Eric Barger outlines five major cultural shifts that New Agers desire to see and how those five things are actually a fulfillment of end-times Bible prophecy. Then Eric closes the series with three questions nearly every person has asked and how these three crucial areas are dangerously confused in New Age ideology.

New Age Truth or...Old Age Deception? part 8
This week Eric Barger continues interviewing bestselling author, Stephen Mansfield, and plays clips of Oprah Winfrey explaining why she rejected Christianity for New Age spiritualism.

New Age Truth or...Old Age Deception? part 7
Continuing the interview with bestselling author, Stephen Mansfield, Eric Barger examines the rise of New Age popularity in our culture, keying on TV host, Oprah Winfrey.

New Age Truth or...Old Age Deception? part 6
Today, the promotion of New Age and Occult themes is all around us. No one has done so more prolifically than has talk show host and media mogul, Oprah Winfrey. In this edition, Eric examines Winfrey's spirituality and includes part one of a recent interview he conducted with New York Times bestselling author, Stephen Mansfield, on his new book, Where Has Oprah Taken Us?

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