http://www.odeo.com/channels/62828-It-Is-Written-Weekly-TV-Program-Video-Podcast DesignerBrent no It Is Written Television regularly deal with such issues as loneliness, fear, low self-esteem, health, family values and spiritu It Is Written Television regularly deal with such issues as loneliness, fear, low self-esteem, health, family values and spiritu Since 1956, the It Is Written television program has addressed some of life's biggest questions by turning to the Bible for answers. Join Pastor Shawn Boonstra each week as he opens the Word to address questions like: "Does God exist" "Why is there so muc xx 40 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:38:02 -0800 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:38:02 -0800 Copyright It Is Written Religion http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25515744-The-Heart-of-the-Congo Why would someone leave a promising medical career to live in the jungle? Join Pastor Boonstra this week as he interviews Gabi, a young man who has made incredible sacrifices to help the Bambuti Pygmies and Lugbwara tribe members living in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Why would someone leave a promising medical career to live in the jungle? Join Pastor Boonstra this week as he interviews Gabi, a young man who has made incredible sacrifices to help the Bambuti Pygmies and Lugbwara tribe members living in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Why would someone leave a promising medical career to live in the jungle? Join Pastor Boonstra this week as he interviews Gabi, a young man who has made incredible sacrifices to help the Bambuti Pygmies and Lugbwara tribe members living in the Democratic Republic of Congo. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25515744 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:38:02 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25481912-The-Ultimate-Deception Throughout human history, there is one name that strikes more terror in the human heart than almost any other, partly because of the sheer magnitude of evil, and partly because, for most people, he is still shrouded in mystery. And today, as world events point to cataclysmic changes just ahead, a lot of people are wondering, is this the moment when we should be expecting the antichrist? Throughout human history, there is one name that strikes more terror in the human heart than almost any other, partly because of the sheer magnitude of evil, and partly because, for most people, he is still shrouded in mystery. And today, as world events point to cataclysmic changes just ahead, a lot of people are wondering, is this the moment when we should be expecting the antichrist? Throughout human history, there is one name that strikes more terror in the human heart than almost any other, partly because of the sheer magnitude of evil, and partly because, for most people, he is still shrouded in mystery. And today, as world events point to cataclysmic changes just ahead, a lot of people are wondering, is this the moment when we should be expecting the antichrist? tag:odeo.com,2009-12-05,25481912 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25451526-The-Forgotten-People-Vanuatu Although it's hard to imagine in today's modern age, there are still people around the world dying of diseases like malaria. People living in the remote islands of Vanuatu are dying at an alarming rate from this disease, and this week you will learn about a special It Is Written project that is providing them with mosquito nets! Although it's hard to imagine in today's modern age, there are still people around the world dying of diseases like malaria. People living in the remote islands of Vanuatu are dying at an alarming rate from this disease, and this week you will learn about a special It Is Written project that is providing them with mosquito nets! Although it's hard to imagine in today's modern age, there are still people around the world dying of diseases like malaria. People living in the remote islands of Vanuatu are dying at an alarming rate from this disease, and this week you will learn about a special It Is Written project that is providing them with mosquito nets! tag:odeo.com,2009-11-28,25451526 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25451527-Let-Them-Eat-Cake Do you ever get the feeling that the people in power don't care what happens to you? That you are just a number and your tax dollars don't make a difference? If so, then you can join a long line of frustrated people through the centuries who have felt there should be something better than human government. Is there hope for something better? Or do we just have to learn to live with imperfect human governments? Do you ever get the feeling that the people in power don't care what happens to you? That you are just a number and your tax dollars don't make a difference? If so, then you can join a long line of frustrated people through the centuries who have felt there should be something better than human government. Is there hope for something better? Or do we just have to learn to live with imperfect human governments? Do you ever get the feeling that the people in power don't care what happens to you? That you are just a number and your tax dollars don't make a difference? If so, then you can join a long line of frustrated people through the centuries who have felt there should be something better than human government. Is there hope for something better? Or do we just have to learn to live with imperfect human governments? tag:odeo.com,2009-11-21,25451527 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25439338-Mission-Impossible Have you ever wondered why the devil seems so interested in the human race? Why does he spend so much time trying to steer you down the wrong path? Doesn't he have enough to do with so many people in this world, and considering his dispute with God, doesn't he have bigger fish to fry than little old you? Grab your Bible and stay tuned, because we are going to answer that question and unveil the devil's ultimate plan to deceive the whole world. Have you ever wondered why the devil seems so interested in the human race? Why does he spend so much time trying to steer you down the wrong path? Doesn't he have enough to do with so many people in this world, and considering his dispute with God, doesn't he have bigger fish to fry than little old you? Grab your Bible and stay tuned, because we are going to answer that question and unveil the devil's ultimate plan to deceive the whole world. Have you ever wondered why the devil seems so interested in the human race? Why does he spend so much time trying to steer you down the wrong path? Doesn't he have enough to do with so many people in this world, and considering his dispute with God, doesn't he have bigger fish to fry than little old you? Grab your Bible and stay tuned, because we are going to answer that question and unveil the devil's ultimate plan to deceive the whole world. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-14,25439338 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25402977-Veterans-Day-A-Christian-in-Uniform Veterans Day is a special time of year set aside to honor those who are willing to lay their lives on the line for the good of their country. They are men and women who put on a uniform and take the ultimate risk so that you and I can live in the safety and comfort we take for granted every day of our lives. Today on It Is Written, Pastor Boonstra will interview a special guest who knows what it means to follow Jesus while wearing a uniform. Veterans Day is a special time of year set aside to honor those who are willing to lay their lives on the line for the good of their country. They are men and women who put on a uniform and take the ultimate risk so that you and I can live in the safety and comfort we take for granted every day of our lives. Today on It Is Written, Pastor Boonstra will interview a special guest who knows what it means to follow Jesus while wearing a uniform. Veterans Day is a special time of year set aside to honor those who are willing to lay their lives on the line for the good of their country. They are men and women who put on a uniform and take the ultimate risk so that you and I can live in the safety and comfort we take for granted every day of our lives. Today on It Is Written, Pastor Boonstra will interview a special guest who knows what it means to follow Jesus while wearing a uniform. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-07,25402977 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25387778-Secret-Knowledge I’m guessing you’ve never heard of him, but he helped put something in your high school textbook that he discovered in a spiritualistic séance. Who was he and what did he "discover"? I’m guessing you’ve never heard of him, but he helped put something in your high school textbook that he discovered in a spiritualistic séance. Who was he and what did he "discover"? I’m guessing you’ve never heard of him, but he helped put something in your high school textbook that he discovered in a spiritualistic séance. Who was he and what did he "discover"? tag:odeo.com,2009-10-31,25387778 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25342239-The-House-That-Was-Never-Finished It is one of the strangest homes in the world. Luxuriously located on more than 160 acres, it took 38 years to build, and in reality, it still isn't finished. The only reason it is not still under construction is because the owner is dead. Why did one person need such a large home? And why does it feature some of the strangest construction in the world, including staircases that go nowhere and a window built into the floor? Tune in this week, as the answer might surprise you. It is one of the strangest homes in the world. Luxuriously located on more than 160 acres, it took 38 years to build, and in reality, it still isn't finished. The only reason it is not still under construction is because the owner is dead. Why did one person need such a large home? And why does it feature some of the strangest construction in the world, including staircases that go nowhere and a window built into the floor? Tune in this week, as the answer might surprise you. It is one of the strangest homes in the world. Luxuriously located on more than 160 acres, it took 38 years to build, and in reality, it still isn't finished. The only reason it is not still under construction is because the owner is dead. Why did one person need such a large home? And why does it feature some of the strangest construction in the world, including staircases that go nowhere and a window built into the floor? Tune in this week, as the answer might surprise you. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-24,25342239 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25285908-Your-Second-Life What in the world does a popular computer game have to do with a successful man who lived nearly 2,000 years ago? I think the answer will amaze you—you won't want to miss today's program! What in the world does a popular computer game have to do with a successful man who lived nearly 2,000 years ago? I think the answer will amaze you—you won't want to miss today's program! What in the world does a popular computer game have to do with a successful man who lived nearly 2,000 years ago? I think the answer will amaze you—you won't want to miss today's program! tag:odeo.com,2009-10-17,25285908 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25250818-Opium-for-the-Masses It started as a few pamphlets back in the 1800s, but in no time at all, it spread over one-third of the globe. What was it, and what does it have to with the problems you face in your own life today? It started as a few pamphlets back in the 1800s, but in no time at all, it spread over one-third of the globe. What was it, and what does it have to with the problems you face in your own life today? It started as a few pamphlets back in the 1800s, but in no time at all, it spread over one-third of the globe. What was it, and what does it have to with the problems you face in your own life today? tag:odeo.com,2009-10-10,25250818 Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25212985-How-Plato-Missed-the-Mark Although he lived nearly 2,400 years ago, I promise you he's helped to shape the way you think. In fact, most of the world still thinks like he does—so who was he and what does the Bible say on the same topics he addressed? Although he lived nearly 2,400 years ago, I promise you he's helped to shape the way you think. In fact, most of the world still thinks like he does—so who was he and what does the Bible say on the same topics he addressed? Although he lived nearly 2,400 years ago, I promise you he's helped to shape the way you think. In fact, most of the world still thinks like he does—so who was he and what does the Bible say on the same topics he addressed? tag:odeo.com,2009-10-03,25212985 Sat, 03 Oct 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25174454-The-Unforgivable-Sin The Bible speaks about a sin that God can never forgive, and millions of people have lived in fear that they may have committed it. Is it really true? Is there something that God is unable to forgive? Join us this week to study what the Bible has to say on the subject. The Bible speaks about a sin that God can never forgive, and millions of people have lived in fear that they may have committed it. Is it really true? Is there something that God is unable to forgive? Join us this week to study what the Bible has to say on the subject. The Bible speaks about a sin that God can never forgive, and millions of people have lived in fear that they may have committed it. Is it really true? Is there something that God is unable to forgive? Join us this week to study what the Bible has to say on the subject. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-26,25174454 Sat, 26 Sep 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25136782-Mary-Jones-and-Her-Bible The Bible has outlived all of its critics, survived centuries of prohibition and has changed countless lives for the better. It has a power that no other book has. It has made thieves honest, cheaters faithful, and drunkards sober. No wonder it continues to be the top bestseller of all time. Chances are that you have a copy in your home, and you just might have a young girl who lived more than 200 years ago to thank for it. The Bible has outlived all of its critics, survived centuries of prohibition and has changed countless lives for the better. It has a power that no other book has. It has made thieves honest, cheaters faithful, and drunkards sober. No wonder it continues to be the top bestseller of all time. Chances are that you have a copy in your home, and you just might have a young girl who lived more than 200 years ago to thank for it. The Bible has outlived all of its critics, survived centuries of prohibition and has changed countless lives for the better. It has a power that no other book has. It has made thieves honest, cheaters faithful, and drunkards sober. No wonder it continues to be the top bestseller of all time. Chances are that you have a copy in your home, and you just might have a young girl who lived more than 200 years ago to thank for it. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-19,25136782 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25099638-Keeping-Broken-Promises Have you ever made a solemn promise to God, only to find yourself breaking it just a few days later? Well, then join the long list of people who have done exactly that over the centuries. On today's program, Pastor Boonstra will talk about broken promises and what we can do about them. Have you ever made a solemn promise to God, only to find yourself breaking it just a few days later? Well, then join the long list of people who have done exactly that over the centuries. On today's program, Pastor Boonstra will talk about broken promises and what we can do about them. Have you ever made a solemn promise to God, only to find yourself breaking it just a few days later? Well, then join the long list of people who have done exactly that over the centuries. On today's program, Pastor Boonstra will talk about broken promises and what we can do about them. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-12,25099638 Sat, 12 Sep 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25063620-Knock-Knock As we grow out of childhood, somewhere in the back of our minds, the thought that we won’t live forever begins to really bother us. What happens one minute after a person dies? As we grow out of childhood, somewhere in the back of our minds, the thought that we won’t live forever begins to really bother us. What happens one minute after a person dies? As we grow out of childhood, somewhere in the back of our minds, the thought that we won’t live forever begins to really bother us. What happens one minute after a person dies? tag:odeo.com,2009-09-05,25063620 Sat, 05 Sep 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25027521-The-Day-Doubt-Is-Removed Will there ever come a time when God will finally clear up all the questions about Him? Join Pastor Boonstra for this week's program—you might be surprised at how it turns out. Will there ever come a time when God will finally clear up all the questions about Him? Join Pastor Boonstra for this week's program—you might be surprised at how it turns out. Will there ever come a time when God will finally clear up all the questions about Him? Join Pastor Boonstra for this week's program—you might be surprised at how it turns out. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-29,25027521 Sat, 29 Aug 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24990496-Defeating-Temptation If you are like most people, you find yourself caving in to the same temptations over and over again. You just don't seem to have the will power to stop, and you hate yourself for it. Today, on It Is Written, we will help you pull the mask off temptation so you can learn to defeat it. If you are like most people, you find yourself caving in to the same temptations over and over again. You just don't seem to have the will power to stop, and you hate yourself for it. Today, on It Is Written, we will help you pull the mask off temptation so you can learn to defeat it. If you are like most people, you find yourself caving in to the same temptations over and over again. You just don't seem to have the will power to stop, and you hate yourself for it. Today, on It Is Written, we will help you pull the mask off temptation so you can learn to defeat it. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-22,24990496 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24951679-The-Man-Who-Saw-the-End-John Many people find his writing to be moving and encouraging. In fact, he wrote one of the best-loved books of the Bible. During his life, he endured hardships such as being dipped into boiling water and banishment to a rocky island. Today on It Is Written, learn more as Shawn Boonstra interviews this inspiring New Testament writer. Many people find his writing to be moving and encouraging. In fact, he wrote one of the best-loved books of the Bible. During his life, he endured hardships such as being dipped into boiling water and banishment to a rocky island. Today on It Is Written, learn more as Shawn Boonstra interviews this inspiring New Testament writer. Many people find his writing to be moving and encouraging. In fact, he wrote one of the best-loved books of the Bible. During his life, he endured hardships such as being dipped into boiling water and banishment to a rocky island. Today on It Is Written, learn more as Shawn Boonstra interviews this inspiring New Testament writer. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-15,24951679 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24916492-The-Fingerprints-of-God Each time NASA sends a probe to the Red Planet, it invariably creates a lot of excitement. Have you ever stopped to wonder why it is that we feel such an urge to explore our neighboring planets, or for that matter, why we feel so naturally curious about almost everything? Grab your Bible and tune in as Pastor Boonstra investigates. Each time NASA sends a probe to the Red Planet, it invariably creates a lot of excitement. Have you ever stopped to wonder why it is that we feel such an urge to explore our neighboring planets, or for that matter, why we feel so naturally curious about almost everything? Grab your Bible and tune in as Pastor Boonstra investigates. Each time NASA sends a probe to the Red Planet, it invariably creates a lot of excitement. Have you ever stopped to wonder why it is that we feel such an urge to explore our neighboring planets, or for that matter, why we feel so naturally curious about almost everything? Grab your Bible and tune in as Pastor Boonstra investigates. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-08,24916492 Sat, 08 Aug 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24882929-Baptism-in-Hot-Water Believe it or not, a horrible controversy broke out in the early Christian church—more than 1,600 years ago—that gives us insight into some of the terrible scandals that rock the church today! Believe it or not, a horrible controversy broke out in the early Christian church—more than 1,600 years ago—that gives us insight into some of the terrible scandals that rock the church today! Believe it or not, a horrible controversy broke out in the early Christian church—more than 1,600 years ago—that gives us insight into some of the terrible scandals that rock the church today! tag:odeo.com,2009-08-01,24882929 Sat, 01 Aug 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24847913-The-Path-to-the-Top There is a famous expression that suggests there are many paths to the top of a mountain. The idea is that when it comes to religion, you can find your own way to express your spirituality. But Christians say they have the absolute truth. So in a post-modern world, what do we do with that? Is there really more than one path to the top of the mountain? Tune in as Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley address this question. There is a famous expression that suggests there are many paths to the top of a mountain. The idea is that when it comes to religion, you can find your own way to express your spirituality. But Christians say they have the absolute truth. So in a post-modern world, what do we do with that? Is there really more than one path to the top of the mountain? Tune in as Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley address this question. There is a famous expression that suggests there are many paths to the top of a mountain. The idea is that when it comes to religion, you can find your own way to express your spirituality. But Christians say they have the absolute truth. So in a post-modern world, what do we do with that? Is there really more than one path to the top of the mountain? Tune in as Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley address this question. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-25,24847913 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24811633-Doubting-the-Divine Have you ever been discouraged? We all know that, in times of emotional darkness, there is the temptation to turn away from God. What do you do when doubt and disappointment invade your world? Join us this week as Pastor Boonstra reveals how you can find comfort in the Word of God. Have you ever been discouraged? We all know that, in times of emotional darkness, there is the temptation to turn away from God. What do you do when doubt and disappointment invade your world? Join us this week as Pastor Boonstra reveals how you can find comfort in the Word of God. Have you ever been discouraged? We all know that, in times of emotional darkness, there is the temptation to turn away from God. What do you do when doubt and disappointment invade your world? Join us this week as Pastor Boonstra reveals how you can find comfort in the Word of God. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-18,24811633 Sat, 18 Jul 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24771253-Facing-Temptation Once in a while, surprising thoughts come into our minds that we never imagined we could generate. How is it that we find ourselves falling into the very temptations to which we thought we'd be immune? How, exactly, does temptation work? Join Pastor Boonstra this week for this discussion. Once in a while, surprising thoughts come into our minds that we never imagined we could generate. How is it that we find ourselves falling into the very temptations to which we thought we'd be immune? How, exactly, does temptation work? Join Pastor Boonstra this week for this discussion. Once in a while, surprising thoughts come into our minds that we never imagined we could generate. How is it that we find ourselves falling into the very temptations to which we thought we'd be immune? How, exactly, does temptation work? Join Pastor Boonstra this week for this discussion. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-11,24771253 Sat, 11 Jul 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24735944-The-Heart-of-Freedom The first amendment to the American Constitution runs deep in the makeup of American society. After years of oppression, the early pilgrims wanted a place where they could be free to worship God without the fear of persecution. But today, many are claiming that freedom has led to a situation where once again, Christians are being persecuted, and it's been suggested that Christians ought to seize the reins of government. Tune in today as Pastor Boonstra looks into what the Bible says about it. The first amendment to the American Constitution runs deep in the makeup of American society. After years of oppression, the early pilgrims wanted a place where they could be free to worship God without the fear of persecution. But today, many are claiming that freedom has led to a situation where once again, Christians are being persecuted, and it's been suggested that Christians ought to seize the reins of government. Tune in today as Pastor Boonstra looks into what the Bible says about it. The first amendment to the American Constitution runs deep in the makeup of American society. After years of oppression, the early pilgrims wanted a place where they could be free to worship God without the fear of persecution. But today, many are claiming that freedom has led to a situation where once again, Christians are being persecuted, and it's been suggested that Christians ought to seize the reins of government. Tune in today as Pastor Boonstra looks into what the Bible says about it. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-04,24735944 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24735945-Church-in-the-Wilderness This week, buckle your seatbelts as Pastor Boonstra interviews a missionary who has worked in some of the most remote locations on earth! This week, buckle your seatbelts as Pastor Boonstra interviews a missionary who has worked in some of the most remote locations on earth! This week, buckle your seatbelts as Pastor Boonstra interviews a missionary who has worked in some of the most remote locations on earth! tag:odeo.com,2009-06-27,24735945 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24722576-Father-s-Day-Father-s-Footsteps 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. 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. 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. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-20,24722576 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24686427-Breaking-the-Code A couple years ago, The Da Vinci Code created quite a stir. Dan Brown’s imaginative book took an obscure theory and turned it into front-page news. All of a sudden, everybody was talking about the Templars and the hidden bloodline of Jesus. And of course, Christians have found the whole discussion deeply troubling, because if Dan Brown is right, then the foundations that hold up 2,000 years of Christian history have essentially been ripped out from under our feet. So today’s question is simple: Is there any truth to it? A couple years ago, The Da Vinci Code created quite a stir. Dan Brown’s imaginative book took an obscure theory and turned it into front-page news. All of a sudden, everybody was talking about the Templars and the hidden bloodline of Jesus. And of course, Christians have found the whole discussion deeply troubling, because if Dan Brown is right, then the foundations that hold up 2,000 years of Christian history have essentially been ripped out from under our feet. So today’s question is simple: Is there any truth to it? A couple years ago, The Da Vinci Code created quite a stir. Dan Brown’s imaginative book took an obscure theory and turned it into front-page news. All of a sudden, everybody was talking about the Templars and the hidden bloodline of Jesus. And of course, Christians have found the whole discussion deeply troubling, because if Dan Brown is right, then the foundations that hold up 2,000 years of Christian history have essentially been ripped out from under our feet. So today’s question is simple: Is there any truth to it? tag:odeo.com,2009-06-13,24686427 Sat, 13 Jun 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24647927-Good-God-Bad-World-Why In a world where natural disasters, famine and murder are abundant, many individuals lash out at God, or even give up on Him. Amidst incredible suffering, can you still believe in God? Watch this week as Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley tackle one of the toughest questions in the religious world. In a world where natural disasters, famine and murder are abundant, many individuals lash out at God, or even give up on Him. Amidst incredible suffering, can you still believe in God? Watch this week as Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley tackle one of the toughest questions in the religious world. In a world where natural disasters, famine and murder are abundant, many individuals lash out at God, or even give up on Him. Amidst incredible suffering, can you still believe in God? Watch this week as Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley tackle one of the toughest questions in the religious world. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-06,24647927 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24637560-The-Devil-Made-Me-Do-It If the devil is responsible for sin, and he spends all of his time tempting us, and uses deception to get us to do things we would not otherwise do, then why does God hold us accountable for our sins? In the final analysis, did the devil make me do it? Tune in this week to find out! If the devil is responsible for sin, and he spends all of his time tempting us, and uses deception to get us to do things we would not otherwise do, then why does God hold us accountable for our sins? In the final analysis, did the devil make me do it? Tune in this week to find out! If the devil is responsible for sin, and he spends all of his time tempting us, and uses deception to get us to do things we would not otherwise do, then why does God hold us accountable for our sins? In the final analysis, did the devil make me do it? Tune in this week to find out! tag:odeo.com,2009-05-30,24637560 Sat, 30 May 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24616919-The-Devil-Made-Me-Do-It If the devil is responsible for sin, and he spends all of his time tempting us, and uses deception to get us to do things we would not otherwise do, then why does God hold us accountable for our sins? In the final analysis, didn't the devil "make me do it?" Tune in this week to find out! If the devil is responsible for sin, and he spends all of his time tempting us, and uses deception to get us to do things we would not otherwise do, then why does God hold us accountable for our sins? In the final analysis, didn't the devil "make me do it?" Tune in this week to find out! If the devil is responsible for sin, and he spends all of his time tempting us, and uses deception to get us to do things we would not otherwise do, then why does God hold us accountable for our sins? In the final analysis, didn't the devil "make me do it?" Tune in this week to find out! tag:odeo.com,2009-05-30,24616919 Sat, 30 May 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24593600-Heaven-s-Will-Call-Window Watch most little kids, and you’ll learn something about the kingdom of heaven. They don’t hesitate when it comes to presents—they just rip the paper off and hopefully remember to say thank you. But somewhere along the way, we get this idea that we’re supposed to earn everything, and we begin to have some trouble just accepting gifts. So the question is: Can we earn our way into heaven? Watch most little kids, and you’ll learn something about the kingdom of heaven. They don’t hesitate when it comes to presents—they just rip the paper off and hopefully remember to say thank you. But somewhere along the way, we get this idea that we’re supposed to earn everything, and we begin to have some trouble just accepting gifts. So the question is: Can we earn our way into heaven? Watch most little kids, and you’ll learn something about the kingdom of heaven. They don’t hesitate when it comes to presents—they just rip the paper off and hopefully remember to say thank you. But somewhere along the way, we get this idea that we’re supposed to earn everything, and we begin to have some trouble just accepting gifts. So the question is: Can we earn our way into heaven? tag:odeo.com,2009-05-23,24593600 Sat, 23 May 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24554004-From-Atheist-to-Ambassador It takes more than mere assertions to convince a thinking mind to believe in God. So what do you say when you meet an atheist? Is the Christian message really a sure thing? Do God's promises really come with ironclad guarantees? Today, we'll think about whether or not Christianity is an enormous leap of faith, and we will see what happens when former atheists take that step. It takes more than mere assertions to convince a thinking mind to believe in God. So what do you say when you meet an atheist? Is the Christian message really a sure thing? Do God's promises really come with ironclad guarantees? Today, we'll think about whether or not Christianity is an enormous leap of faith, and we will see what happens when former atheists take that step. It takes more than mere assertions to convince a thinking mind to believe in God. So what do you say when you meet an atheist? Is the Christian message really a sure thing? Do God's promises really come with ironclad guarantees? Today, we'll think about whether or not Christianity is an enormous leap of faith, and we will see what happens when former atheists take that step. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-16,24554004 Sat, 16 May 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24554005-A-Mother-s-Hope On today’s program we will celebrate Mother’s Day and take an honest, insightful look at what it’s like to be a mother in today’s modern world. Join Shawn and Jean Boonstra as they speak openly about the challenges of motherhood in a busy world. Listen as they share their personal joys and struggles as parents, and discuss issues such as time management, worry and expectation. On today’s program we will celebrate Mother’s Day and take an honest, insightful look at what it’s like to be a mother in today’s modern world. Join Shawn and Jean Boonstra as they speak openly about the challenges of motherhood in a busy world. Listen as they share their personal joys and struggles as parents, and discuss issues such as time management, worry and expectation. On today’s program we will celebrate Mother’s Day and take an honest, insightful look at what it’s like to be a mother in today’s modern world. Join Shawn and Jean Boonstra as they speak openly about the challenges of motherhood in a busy world. Listen as they share their personal joys and struggles as parents, and discuss issues such as time management, worry and expectation. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-09,24554005 Sat, 09 May 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24520578-The-Birth-of-Evil During the 1980s, there was much talk about Satanists and mysterious occult rituals taking place on Main Street, USA. Of course, some of it was absolutely true, but as horrible as it was, the bigger question is this: Is there really such a thing as the devil? And if there is, why in the world did God create such a being? This week, Pastor Boonstra will study some of the toughest questions in the Bible with you. During the 1980s, there was much talk about Satanists and mysterious occult rituals taking place on Main Street, USA. Of course, some of it was absolutely true, but as horrible as it was, the bigger question is this: Is there really such a thing as the devil? And if there is, why in the world did God create such a being? This week, Pastor Boonstra will study some of the toughest questions in the Bible with you. During the 1980s, there was much talk about Satanists and mysterious occult rituals taking place on Main Street, USA. Of course, some of it was absolutely true, but as horrible as it was, the bigger question is this: Is there really such a thing as the devil? And if there is, why in the world did God create such a being? This week, Pastor Boonstra will study some of the toughest questions in the Bible with you. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-02,24520578 Sat, 02 May 2009 22:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24517634-The-Heart-of-the-Congo Why would someone leave a promising medical career to live in the jungle? Join Pastor Boonstra this week as he interviews Gabi, a young man who has made incredible sacrifices to help the Bambuti Pygmies and Lugbwara tribe members living in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Why would someone leave a promising medical career to live in the jungle? Join Pastor Boonstra this week as he interviews Gabi, a young man who has made incredible sacrifices to help the Bambuti Pygmies and Lugbwara tribe members living in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Why would someone leave a promising medical career to live in the jungle? Join Pastor Boonstra this week as he interviews Gabi, a young man who has made incredible sacrifices to help the Bambuti Pygmies and Lugbwara tribe members living in the Democratic Republic of Congo. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-25,24517634 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 21:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24454053-High-Priest-Low-Understanding-Caiaphas Today you’ll be transported back in time almost 2,000 years where you’ll meet someone who played a role in the crucifixion of Jesus. Don’t miss this riveting “interview” with Caiaphas the High Priest, who will share his perspective on the complex events that led to Jesus’ death. Today you’ll be transported back in time almost 2,000 years where you’ll meet someone who played a role in the crucifixion of Jesus. Don’t miss this riveting “interview” with Caiaphas the High Priest, who will share his perspective on the complex events that led to Jesus’ death. Today you’ll be transported back in time almost 2,000 years where you’ll meet someone who played a role in the crucifixion of Jesus. Don’t miss this riveting “interview” with Caiaphas the High Priest, who will share his perspective on the complex events that led to Jesus’ death. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-18,24454053 Sat, 18 Apr 2009 21:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24426959-Behold-the-Man There is one story that, no matter how hard the skeptics might try, will never be eradicated from human memory, the story of the Crucifixion of Christ. There is something about the cross that forces us to deal with the ugliest side of human existence, and forces us to contemplate the incredible love that God has for this fallen human race. Today, we will take you to the world famous Passion Play staged at Oberammergau, Germany, where people still stop to think about what happened to the Son of God nearly 2,000 years ago. There is one story that, no matter how hard the skeptics might try, will never be eradicated from human memory, the story of the Crucifixion of Christ. There is something about the cross that forces us to deal with the ugliest side of human existence, and forces us to contemplate the incredible love that God has for this fallen human race. Today, we will take you to the world famous Passion Play staged at Oberammergau, Germany, where people still stop to think about what happened to the Son of God nearly 2,000 years ago. There is one story that, no matter how hard the skeptics might try, will never be eradicated from human memory, the story of the Crucifixion of Christ. There is something about the cross that forces us to deal with the ugliest side of human existence, and forces us to contemplate the incredible love that God has for this fallen human race. Today, we will take you to the world famous Passion Play staged at Oberammergau, Germany, where people still stop to think about what happened to the Son of God nearly 2,000 years ago. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-11,24426959 Sat, 11 Apr 2009 21:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24394315-The-Roughest-Man-in-Town-The-Centurion Although we don’t really know his name, we do know a lot about the solider who has come to be called "The Roman Centurion." Dive into the mind of this centurion and discover what transformed him into believing in Jesus—the very man he had sought to persecute! Although we don’t really know his name, we do know a lot about the solider who has come to be called "The Roman Centurion." Dive into the mind of this centurion and discover what transformed him into believing in Jesus—the very man he had sought to persecute! Although we don’t really know his name, we do know a lot about the solider who has come to be called "The Roman Centurion." Dive into the mind of this centurion and discover what transformed him into believing in Jesus—the very man he had sought to persecute! tag:odeo.com,2009-04-04,24394315 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 21:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24362207-Is-Jesus-God Almost everyone recognizes Jesus as a good man and a capable teacher, and much of the world reveres Him as God in human flesh. Just who was Jesus of Nazareth? Was He really the Son of God? Tune in as Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley share a very special edition of It Is Written. Almost everyone recognizes Jesus as a good man and a capable teacher, and much of the world reveres Him as God in human flesh. Just who was Jesus of Nazareth? Was He really the Son of God? Tune in as Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley share a very special edition of It Is Written. Almost everyone recognizes Jesus as a good man and a capable teacher, and much of the world reveres Him as God in human flesh. Just who was Jesus of Nazareth? Was He really the Son of God? Tune in as Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley share a very special edition of It Is Written. tag:odeo.com,2009-03-28,24362207 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 21:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24324387-The-Betrayer-Judas Today you’ll meet one of the most notorious Bible characters—a man no one names their kids after anymore. Out of all the disciples, there is just one person who fits that category: the disciple Judas. During an “interview” on this program, you’ll gain insight into the man who has come to be known as “the betrayer of Jesus.” Today you’ll meet one of the most notorious Bible characters—a man no one names their kids after anymore. Out of all the disciples, there is just one person who fits that category: the disciple Judas. During an “interview” on this program, you’ll gain insight into the man who has come to be known as “the betrayer of Jesus.” Today you’ll meet one of the most notorious Bible characters—a man no one names their kids after anymore. Out of all the disciples, there is just one person who fits that category: the disciple Judas. During an “interview” on this program, you’ll gain insight into the man who has come to be known as “the betrayer of Jesus.” tag:odeo.com,2009-03-21,24324387 Sat, 21 Mar 2009 21:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24290477-You-CAN-Go-Home-Again An embittered atheist might prefer life as a prodigal "orphan." But does a loving heavenly Dad still gaze down the road, and even send His Holy Spirit as an ambassador of reconciliation? This week, Pastor Shawn Boonstra shares powerful stories of people like C.S. Lewis who found a joyous faith despite initial disbelief. An embittered atheist might prefer life as a prodigal "orphan." But does a loving heavenly Dad still gaze down the road, and even send His Holy Spirit as an ambassador of reconciliation? This week, Pastor Shawn Boonstra shares powerful stories of people like C.S. Lewis who found a joyous faith despite initial disbelief. An embittered atheist might prefer life as a prodigal "orphan." But does a loving heavenly Dad still gaze down the road, and even send His Holy Spirit as an ambassador of reconciliation? This week, Pastor Shawn Boonstra shares powerful stories of people like C.S. Lewis who found a joyous faith despite initial disbelief. tag:odeo.com,2009-03-14,24290477 Sat, 14 Mar 2009 21:00:00 -0700 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24252773-A-Fisherman-Hooked-on-Jesus-Peter I don’t know if you’ve ever wished you could go back in time and see the things you’ve only ever read about in history books, but if it were possible, many of us would surely want to interview a few of the people from the pages of the Bible. Be sure to tune in to this program, because that’s exactly what’s going to happen on It Is Written today. I don’t know if you’ve ever wished you could go back in time and see the things you’ve only ever read about in history books, but if it were possible, many of us would surely want to interview a few of the people from the pages of the Bible. Be sure to tune in to this program, because that’s exactly what’s going to happen on It Is Written today. I don’t know if you’ve ever wished you could go back in time and see the things you’ve only ever read about in history books, but if it were possible, many of us would surely want to interview a few of the people from the pages of the Bible. Be sure to tune in to this program, because that’s exactly what’s going to happen on It Is Written today. tag:odeo.com,2009-03-07,24252773 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24209349-Is-the-Bible-God-s-Word How can we know for sure that the Bible is divinely inspired? Join Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley as they delve into this subject and discuss archeological and historical evidence that the Bible is, in fact, the Word of God. How can we know for sure that the Bible is divinely inspired? Join Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley as they delve into this subject and discuss archeological and historical evidence that the Bible is, in fact, the Word of God. How can we know for sure that the Bible is divinely inspired? Join Pastor Boonstra and Pastor Finley as they delve into this subject and discuss archeological and historical evidence that the Bible is, in fact, the Word of God. tag:odeo.com,2009-02-28,24209349 Sat, 28 Feb 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24206316-The-Forgotten-People-Vanuatu Although it's hard to imagine in today's modern age, there are still people around the world dying of diseases like malaria. People living in the remote islands of Vanuatu are dying at an alarming rate from this disease, and this week you will learn about a special It Is Written project that is providing them with mosquito nets! Although it's hard to imagine in today's modern age, there are still people around the world dying of diseases like malaria. People living in the remote islands of Vanuatu are dying at an alarming rate from this disease, and this week you will learn about a special It Is Written project that is providing them with mosquito nets! Although it's hard to imagine in today's modern age, there are still people around the world dying of diseases like malaria. People living in the remote islands of Vanuatu are dying at an alarming rate from this disease, and this week you will learn about a special It Is Written project that is providing them with mosquito nets! tag:odeo.com,2009-02-21,24206316 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24068145-The-Substance-of-God It was one of the biggest theological debates in the history of the church, and a council met in the city of Nicea to settle the question once and for all: Was Jesus Christ really God? Don’t miss this week’s program as Pastor Boonstra opens the Bible to reveal what the Word says about the nature of Christ.  It was one of the biggest theological debates in the history of the church, and a council met in the city of Nicea to settle the question once and for all: Was Jesus Christ really God? Don’t miss this week’s program as Pastor Boonstra opens the Bible to reveal what the Word says about the nature of Christ.  It was one of the biggest theological debates in the history of the church, and a council met in the city of Nicea to settle the question once and for all: Was Jesus Christ really God? Don’t miss this week’s program as Pastor Boonstra opens the Bible to reveal what the Word says about the nature of Christ.  tag:odeo.com,2009-02-14,24068145 Sat, 14 Feb 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24051779-Better-Than-Crutches For centuries, people have been carefully examining the words of the Bible. Some critics have called it a “crutch for weaklings,” but nothing could be further from the truth. In one way, the Bible is like a snowflake—the closer you look, the more obvious it becomes that God Himself designed it. Don’t miss this special show, as you will learn more about the validity of this life-changing Book. For centuries, people have been carefully examining the words of the Bible. Some critics have called it a “crutch for weaklings,” but nothing could be further from the truth. In one way, the Bible is like a snowflake—the closer you look, the more obvious it becomes that God Himself designed it. Don’t miss this special show, as you will learn more about the validity of this life-changing Book. For centuries, people have been carefully examining the words of the Bible. Some critics have called it a “crutch for weaklings,” but nothing could be further from the truth. In one way, the Bible is like a snowflake—the closer you look, the more obvious it becomes that God Himself designed it. Don’t miss this special show, as you will learn more about the validity of this life-changing Book. tag:odeo.com,2009-02-07,24051779 Sat, 07 Feb 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23974236-The-Barren-Victory Some people close their Bibles, lock their prayer closets, and make an agonizing decision: "That's it. From now on I'm an atheist. If I have to endure all this dread, I simply won't believe. I'm through with it." But is a divorce between you and God the answer? Have born-again atheists found a renewed peace and optimism? Or has their desire to get away from hell brought them face-to-face with a hell of their own making? Join us this week to find out. Some people close their Bibles, lock their prayer closets, and make an agonizing decision: "That's it. From now on I'm an atheist. If I have to endure all this dread, I simply won't believe. I'm through with it." But is a divorce between you and God the answer? Have born-again atheists found a renewed peace and optimism? Or has their desire to get away from hell brought them face-to-face with a hell of their own making? Join us this week to find out. Some people close their Bibles, lock their prayer closets, and make an agonizing decision: "That's it. From now on I'm an atheist. If I have to endure all this dread, I simply won't believe. I'm through with it." But is a divorce between you and God the answer? Have born-again atheists found a renewed peace and optimism? Or has their desire to get away from hell brought them face-to-face with a hell of their own making? Join us this week to find out. tag:odeo.com,2009-01-31,23974236 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23914951-Does-God-Really-Exist In this modern age, is there any proof that God really exists, or is He just a fairy tale dreamed up by humanity to make us feel better about the brutality of human existence? Tune in as we look at one of the most fundamental questions ever asked, does God really exist? In this modern age, is there any proof that God really exists, or is He just a fairy tale dreamed up by humanity to make us feel better about the brutality of human existence? Tune in as we look at one of the most fundamental questions ever asked, does God really exist? In this modern age, is there any proof that God really exists, or is He just a fairy tale dreamed up by humanity to make us feel better about the brutality of human existence? Tune in as we look at one of the most fundamental questions ever asked, does God really exist? tag:odeo.com,2009-01-24,23914951 Sat, 24 Jan 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23877982-From-Doubter-to-Believer You know, as much I used to wish it as a little kid, there really isn’t any such thing as a time machine. But just for a moment, let’s pretend it’s real—that you really could go back in time—and we had some sort of a machine that would let us visit the ancient biblical past. Out of all the people in the Bible, who would you visit, and why? And if you had the opportunity to ask some questions, what would you ask? You know, as much I used to wish it as a little kid, there really isn’t any such thing as a time machine. But just for a moment, let’s pretend it’s real—that you really could go back in time—and we had some sort of a machine that would let us visit the ancient biblical past. Out of all the people in the Bible, who would you visit, and why? And if you had the opportunity to ask some questions, what would you ask? You know, as much I used to wish it as a little kid, there really isn’t any such thing as a time machine. But just for a moment, let’s pretend it’s real—that you really could go back in time—and we had some sort of a machine that would let us visit the ancient biblical past. Out of all the people in the Bible, who would you visit, and why? And if you had the opportunity to ask some questions, what would you ask? tag:odeo.com,2009-01-17,23877982 Sat, 17 Jan 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23840409-The-Ultimate-Time-Management-Secret One of the most frustrating things about life is the lack of time to do everything you would like to try. In fact, most people only have sufficient time to do one or two things very well. So how, exactly, can you plan your life so that when it's finished, you don't have any regrets? Tune in this week, as Pastor Boonstra shares how! One of the most frustrating things about life is the lack of time to do everything you would like to try. In fact, most people only have sufficient time to do one or two things very well. So how, exactly, can you plan your life so that when it's finished, you don't have any regrets? Tune in this week, as Pastor Boonstra shares how! One of the most frustrating things about life is the lack of time to do everything you would like to try. In fact, most people only have sufficient time to do one or two things very well. So how, exactly, can you plan your life so that when it's finished, you don't have any regrets? Tune in this week, as Pastor Boonstra shares how! tag:odeo.com,2009-01-10,23840409 Sat, 10 Jan 2009 22:00:00 -0800 no It Is Written Weekly TV Program Video Podcast