It Is Written Weekly TV Program Podcast - Audio

Thou Shalt Not Be a Religious Hypocrite

Sun, 05 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0500

If there’s one thing that’s becoming evident in the 21st century, it’s that the world is getting just a little tired of religious know-it-alls who love to point their fingers at everybody else—and then wouldn’t you know it, when the cat gets out of the bag, it turns out they were worse than the rest of us. In this program, you’ll learn what the Bible has to say about it.

The Idolators

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0500

I’m guessing that you’ve never been tempted to worship a picture of the Egyptian god Horus or the Babylonian god Ishtar—but is it possible, here in the 21st century, that many of us are doing exactly the same thing without knowing it?

Einstein's Brain

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0500

You know, on paper, sometimes the theory of evolution makes pretty good sense, but don’t you find there’s this nagging doubt in your heart that tells you this place couldn’t possibly have come into existence by accident? How in the world does a cosmic accident develop to the point where we can generate nuclear power? What can we learn from a literal chunk of Einstein’s brain?

For Thy Good

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Here’s a question I’ll bet you haven’t asked yourself in a while: What right do you have to get mad when someone does something evil? You might be surprised, but some people might argue that you have no right to feel upset at all, and on this telecast, you’ll find out why. Join Pastor Boonstra for this first program in his “In Tables of Stone” Ten Commandments series.

The Day After

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Where will you be one day after the Second Coming?

When History Repeats Itself

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500

With thousands of ideas and theories about the end of the earth, many Christians bitterly disagree with each other about the Appearing. But what does the Bible say? Can we look to the past to find answers for the future? Will history repeat itself?

The Appearing

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500

What ancients saw, you will experience! What will the Second Coming be like?

Planet Earth's Final Battle

Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500

The book of Revelation speaks of a final conflict. How does it affect you?

A Planet in Upheaval

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Tsunamis, earthquakes, fires, floods...what in the world is going on?

The Battle for the Throne

Sun, 03 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500

The great composer Antonio Salieri, in addition to his number of impressive works of music, holds the distinction of having taught music to famous composers like Beethoven and Liszt. However, everything he did was overshadowed by the popularity of a young prodigy named Mozart. While there is little to support the rumor that he killed Mozart, history seems to tell us that he was, at times, incredibly jealous. Sadly, that is something with which we can all identify. Tune in today as Pastor Boonstra looks at one of the most incredible stories of professional jealousy ever told.

Armageddon

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500

It is just a word, not even an English word, but it's rich with meaning for English-speaking people. We use it to describe disasters and catastrophes of apocalyptic proportions. Newscasters have used it to describe the horrors of war. Movie producers have used it to describe what might happen if a giant meteor were to collide with the earth. But the Apostle John used it to describe the battle of all battles, and with tensions rising in the Middle East, many students of Bible prophecy are wondering: Are we poised on the eve of Armageddon?

The Secret of True Greatness

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500

For many years, school textbooks have taught the evolutionary theory, which states that the human race is the product of a brutal battle for the survival of the fittest. Those who are the biggest and toughest will go on, while those who are weak will simply pass off the scene. In spite of the fact that many people believe that this is the way nature works, we still think it's uncivilized, and instinctively, we know that people who trample on the weak never really achieve greatness. But if this dog-eat-dog mentality isn't true greatness, then what is? This week, Pastor Boonstra will open the Bible to the book of Daniel to find the answer to this question.

Faith in the Furnace

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Perhaps you have wondered if you would have what it takes to be a martyr, to die for your faith. Join Pastor Boonstra for this special program as he shares a discovery he made while digging through the prophecies of the Bible, a key that can give hope to a faltering heart.

The Hand That Guides the Future

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Does God really exist? And if He does, do you think He is paying attention as we hurtle through space on this little planet, or is He more like an absentee landlord who started the planet a long time ago and then forgot about us? Join Pastor Boonstra, as he looks to an ancient book that gives startling evidence for the existence of God, and proves that not only does He notice us, but His hand is still steering history toward one incredible final event.

Faith Under Fire

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Imagine suddenly being ripped away from your home and transplanted to a place that contradicts everything you stand for. The unbelievably rapid pace of social change today can make people feel like they are not living in the same world they were born into. Values are being redefined. What do you do when the world around you no longer believes as you do? Tune in today as Pastor Boonstra explores an ancient story that holds the key to standing firm when everything else is shifting.

To the Regions Beyond

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Join Shawn Boonstra and Sebastian Tirtirau as they discuss the exciting, continuing outreach efforts in the Kalahari Desert. Hear updates on efforts such as the water systems, which were provided through the support of It Is Written viewers. You'll also hear about the team's encounter with a witch doctor and a San tribe member's battle with a leopard. This is a telecast you won't want to miss!

Father's Day: Father's Footsteps

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500

In the Mother's Day program, Pastor Shawn Boonstra interviewed his wife, Jean, about being a mom in today's busy world. In this show, the tables are turned as Jean interviews Shawn about his role as a father. Learn about the importance of family worship, discipline, and the most significant role a father can play.

Compassion Without Compromise

Sun, 08 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500

On this week's program, Pastor Boonstra talks about one of the touchiest subjects in North America today. He has a very special guest who knows what he's talking about when it comes to the issue of same-sex relationships and the debate that is raging over gay rights.

Conquering Stress

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500

We all have stress in our lives; letters from the IRS; your boss telling you that you're expected to make a big presentation tomorrow that you didn't know about; a family member having surgery; your kids running wild through the house. In the past 20 years, we have all heard that stress can be a real killer. Today, special guest Dr. Fred Hardinge joins Pastor Boonstra to give you the tools you need to both understand stress and deal with it.

The Rest of Your Life

Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Did you sleep well last night? For many people, it was fitful at best. This is true for millions of us. Today on It Is Written, we will talk about a topic you might not expect to hear on a Bible show: a good night's sleep. So grab your Bible, and join us as we introduce you, again, to a very special guest who will show you how to get the rest of your life, for the rest of your life!