• Episode 15: America's 250th birthday, "Disclosure Day" Movie Review, and a Focus on Daniel 3:17 & 18
    Jul 2 2026

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    In Episode 15, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America, and we discuss a Christian’s response to American history, influence, and citizenship. David, Tim, and Donna-Jean give their review of the recent movie “Disclosure Day,” and its spiritual themes. And Donna-Jean presents a look at Daniel 3:17 & 18, as the three talk about how to face the pain of unanswered prayer.

    Music credit thanks to SunSmileMusic.

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    59 mins
  • Episode 14: Father's Day, Homeschooling & AmblesideOnline's 25th Anniversary Conference, Plus David's Look at Psalm 34:7
    Jun 18 2026

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    In Episode 14, we talk about the impact of fathers on our lives, and why their blessing matters so much to us. Tim and Donna-Jean talk about homeschooling and “Celebrate!” – the 25th anniversary conference of AmblesideOnline that was held in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, as well the focus of the AO curriculum itself. And David shares what Psalm 37:4 means for our delight and our desires. Happy Father’s Day!

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Episode 13: Update on a Heart Transplant, Commencement Addresses, and Tim Looks at Psalm 73
    Jun 4 2026

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    In Episode 13, we share what’s “on our minds” (an update on our friend Ernie Zarra and a heart transplant, the meaning of the number 13, and David’s planned trip), what’s “in our world” (it’s graduation season, and the three of us give our own commencement address ideas), and what’s “from our Bible”: Tim looks at Psalm 73, and David and Donna-Jean weigh in with their thoughts.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Episode 12: Where Should We Get Our News?, Persecution of Christians in Nigeria, and Memorial Day
    May 21 2026

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    In Episode #12 of Encore!, Tim, David, and Donna-Jean talk about media mogul Ted Turner and how he changed the news industry. They pose the question – what news should Christians consume? They then discuss the persecution of Christians in Nigeria, and how persecution affects the church. Finally, they reflect on Memorial Day – what it means, how it began, and how to commemorate it.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Episode 11: Polo & Mother's Day, A Movie Review of "The Story of Everything," and Assassination Culture
    May 7 2026

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    In Episode #11 of Encore!, David tells about how he watched his first polo match, and Tim, David, and Donna-Jean discuss the importance of motherhood in the light of Mother's Day. They review the new movie "The Story of Everything" and talk about intelligent design and the beginning of the universe. All three then reflect on the recent assassination attempt on President Trump and the ramifications of social violence in our present culture.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode 10: “A Great Awakening” Movie Review, Sen. Ben Sasse Faces Death, & an Iran War Update
    Apr 23 2026

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    It’s our 10th Episode of Encore! Tim, David, & Donna-Jean laugh at themselves a bit – and then talk about the movie “A Great Awakening,” which tells about George Whitefield and Ben Franklin. David discusses the recent NYT interview with former Sen. Ben Sasse, who is facing death. And all three discuss what’s been happening with the Iran War, including the daring Easter weekend rescue of the downed US airman.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Episode 9: Artemis & Space, SCOTUS Rules 8-1, and A Look At Marriage
    Apr 9 2026

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    In Episode 9 of Encore!, Tim, David, & Donna-Jean chat a bit about Tim’s birthday – and then talk about space exploration, past and present, and what America’s space program means to us today. Donna-Jean gives some context to the recent 8-1 decision of the Supreme Court regarding free speech freedoms in Christian counseling, and David shares about a Florida wedding and what God intends for marriage.

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    1 hr
  • Episode 8: Spring is Here, Tim & David Sing!, the Crucifixion of Christ, and the Importance of the Resurrection
    Mar 26 2026

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    Welcome to episode 8 of Encore! which is our Easter episode. Tim, Donna-Jean, and David talk about their favorite parts of the spring season, baseball’s opening game, and a new look at understanding nature. The guys surprise us with a song! And all three give a Biblical perspective on the two most important events in human history: the crucifixion and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. They discuss the cross, the empty tomb, and what it means for each of us.

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    1 hr and 3 mins