The Kubik Report

Greg Thomas: What You Should Know About Narcissism

The first in our series on narcissism...
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Also, learn more about Greg Thomas at
https://leadershipexcellencenow.com/about-greg-l-thomas
 

Mark Robertson: Making Sense of the Old Testament Health and Purity Laws

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In addition to Amazon, here are a few other places where you can buy The Enlightened Law of of Moses.
 
Here is the book for sale on Bookshop.org:
https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-enlightened-law-of-moses/11c96c4be22ed982?ean=9781763671706&next=t
 
An ebook is also available on Apple Books:
https://books.apple.com/us/book/the-enlightened-law-of-moses/id6741501326?itscg=30200&itsct=books_box_link&mttnsubad=6741501326
(Or  search by title on the Books App on an Apple device).
 
and, of course,  Amazon 
 
 
Here's today's program:
A major criticism of the law of Moses has to do with the purity laws outlined in the book of Leviticus (e.g. Lev 12-15). These laws seem in contrast to the soundness of many other provisions of the law.
 
Under these purity laws people were declared unclean for certain activities that are mostly a normal part of life:
a woman having her monthly period, a woman giving birth to a baby
people having sexual relations, having a skin disease, burying a dead relative etc.
Someone then touching a bed used by an unclean person was also declared unclean.
 Many commentators are of the opinion that such a regime would be impractical, burdensome and impossible to keep. At times, the purity laws also included strange rituals which are also difficult to understand.
 Jesus criticized the Pharisees for what (on the surface) seem to be similar type laws:
Mark 7:4   When they come from the marketplace, they do not eat unless they wash. And there are many other things which they have received and hold, like the washing of cups, pitchers, copper vessels, and couches.
 
You can reach Mark Robertson at mark@roberson.id.au
 

Ground Zero - the meltdown of the Worldwide Church of God and the start of UCG

This is my address to the United Church of God Conference of Elders on May 3, 2025 about the implosion of the Worldwide Church of God.  It's what I saw and heard first-hand. 
You can view the original videos of the UCG startup conference on May 1, 2, 1995 at 
https://kubik.org/ucgindy95
and the chapters for Ground Zero at 
https://kubik.org/groundzero
 
 
 
 

Fred Kellers: New UCG President Elliott, New Pope Robert Prevost (Leo XIV) and much more!

Fred Kellers has been pastor for many decades and is now retired.  We have been friends for many years and share some of our thoughts about the people we have served and advice and hope for our children and grandchildren and grandchildren.   

Rex Sexton Discusses Alarming Trend of Hypersexualization of Women Online

This is an alarming development of online prostitution that may be viewed and participated in everywhere....including your own home.  Do you know what your children are watching on their phones.   Rex and I discuss what this is doing to our children, their future and society.  
How innocent is OnlyFans??  You better find out.  It's everywhere and the number of users is staggering!
Useful articles to read
https://www.unitedfamilies.org/uncategorized/onlyfans-is-slowly-killing-our-daughters/
 
https://moralrevolution.com/the-dark-side-of-only-fans/
 
https://trail.pugetsound.edu/?p=18679

From November 2023. Tina Kuo Graham just after Hamas attack on Israel

Rerun from Nov 2023 just after Hamas attack on Israel
Tina Kuo Graham speaks about her faith and how God has worked with her.  She is Director of Operations at East Gates Ministries (https://eastgates.org/) dedicated to serving and equipping churches in China. She is married to Ned Graham who is the President of East Gates and the youngest son of of the late Evangelist Billy and Ruth Graham.  

With Melvin Rhodes: Pope's Funeral and Changing Political Dynamics New Pope Will Face

Abbreviated podcast due to technical problem.  But, we still answer one of the questions given to International relations expert Melvin Rhodes.
 
Mel Rhodes Place Newsletter

With Greg Thomas: 10 Signs of Emotional Intelligence in Action

With Greg Thomas:  10 Signs of Emotional Intelligence in Action.  Third in our series on Emotional Intelligence.  
See all three in this series:
 
10 Signs of Emotional Intelligence in Action
You stay calm when stressed
Example: During a tense situation, you take a deep breath and if stressed you suggest taking a brief pause to regroup your thoughts.
You don't take things personally
Example: When a coworker or spouse snaps at you, you think, "They're probably having a bad day," instead of feeling hurt or becoming angry.
You own your emotions
Example: After snapping at someone, you apologize quickly and own that you acted improperly when upset.
You recognize your emotional triggers
Example: You realize you're getting irritated when others interrupt you, and you calmly address it. You patiently ask them to allow you to finish your thoughts without interruption.
You know what’s within your control
Example: When your flight is canceled, you rebook calmly and make alternate plans instead of dwelling on the issue or taking your frustration out on others.
You learn from personal setbacks
Example: After your business presentation or idea is rejected, you don't stew, but instead analyze the feedback and improve for the next opportunity.
You sense others' emotions
Example: You notice a coworker is quieter than they usually are and ask, "Is everything okay?" You recognize when others are down or struggling.
You support others without judgment
Example: When a colleague shares a mistake they made, you respond, ”Do you understand what you did wrong? Was a lesson learned?” Upon their acknowledgment you reply, "Everyone messes up - how can I help you fix it?" You want to encourage mistakes to be openly discussed, not hidden.
You know when others need space
Example: A family member or co-worker seems upset, and instead of “pushing” them to talk, you say "I'm here when you're ready." You respect their need to privately process their emotions.
You help without tearing others down
Example: Instead of saying strongly, "This is wrong," you say, "This part could be improved by doing X or changing Y." You help them to perform better without demeaning them.
 
 
 

With Ken Murray - Time and Judgment - It's All About the Present

Ken Murray and I discuss a message that he gave on Zoom to Myanmar about what we are to learn about TIME, about OUR TIME.  What we have is the Present. We can't do anything about the Past OR the future.  Give a listen! 

The Pope dies today. Steve Buchanan and I talk about what this means to the world

Steve Buchanan and I talk about the death of Pope Francis today.  What does this mean for Europe and the world.  How does this affect events and politics?   
Steve produces a regular newlstter and your can subsribe to it right here!  
 
https://worldnewsandprophecyreview.com/about/
 
Read headline article about the Pope's death and its meaning at 
https://worldnewsandprophecyreview.com/2025/04/21/death-of-pope-francis/
 
 

Steve Britt talks about Aliens! There IS Life Out There!

Steve Britt and I talk about how scientists take to new heights to answer the question, "Are we alone in the universe?" We discuss state-of-the-art technology designed to take space exploration further than ever before and posit that perhaps mankind has been looking for life in all the wrong places.   This was keyed off an article in the National Geographic about this subject.  

With Gary Petty. We discuss his new book -- Christendom

Gary Petty and I talk about his recently published book Christendom.
Available on  Amazon
Here is a description of the book.
For hundreds of years after the death of Jesus, the people who professed to be His followers faced persecution from the Roman Empire. Then a miracle seemed to happen to this fragmented and diverse religious movement. Emperor Constantine declared that he was a Christian, and then through the following decades attempted to create a unified Christianity.This effort to build a unified Christian church continued during Late Antiquity and the Early Middle Ages. This effort was a complex chronicle of theological debates, schisms, political intrigue, and violence, at times. The people and events intertwine with the collapse of the Roman Empire and the impact of Germanic culture on the church as well as with plagues, wars, Crusades, and repeated attempts to recreate a united Europe.The story includes Goths, Anglo-Saxons, Franks, Italians, Spanish, Vikings, Celts, Arabs, Jews, Mongols, and others whose identities have all but disappeared. Countless individuals played their parts in the events—Augustine and his mother Monica, who hailed from North Africa; Justinian and his wife Theodora from Byzantium; Charlemagne; Mohammed; and dozens of popes, peasants, aristocrats, priests, and warriors. All of them shaped the formation of Christendom—the Kingdom of God on earth—a kingdom that changed original Christianity until it would have been in many ways unrecognizable to Jesus’ earliest followers.Christendom: The Kingdom that Changed Christianity is a companion book to Plato’s Shadow: The Hellenizing of Christianity.
 
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Gary Petty is an author and pastor known for his works on the historical and philosophical influences on Christianity, as well as guidance on managing personal conflicts. His notable publications include:​Better World Books+4Google Books+4ThriftBooks+4
Plato's Shadow: The Hellenizing of ChristianityThis book examines how Greek philosophy, particularly that of Plato, influenced early Christian teachings, leading to deviations from the original messages of Jesus and His apostles. ​Barnes & Noble
The Mercy Effect: A Spiritual Guide for Managing ConflictIn this work, Petty explores the spiritual roots of conflict and offers practical steps for resolving disagreements in various aspects of life, emphasizing the importance of mercy and forgiveness. ​Better World Books
Christendom: The Kingdom That Changed ChristianityServing as a companion to 'Plato's Shadow,' this book delves into the transformation of Christianity during the formation of Christendom, highlighting how political and cultural shifts reshaped the faith. ​ThriftBooks+5Google Books+5Bookshop+5
These works reflect Petty's focus on understanding the historical contexts that have shaped modern Christianity and providing insights into personal spiritual growth.

The Passover: An Annual Restart with Christ in a World that Wears Us Down

A few years back, I recorded this editorial that I wrote in my weekly report to the Church.   I find the Passover season, the First Festival of the Year and the subsequent Holy Days to be a great encouragement and giver of strength spiritually and emotionally.

With Davidson Lay Beh on the Myanmar border who felt the Earthquake

We speak with Davidson Lay Beh on the border of Myanmar in the Mae Sot, Thailand.  He felt the earthquake on Friday, March 28, 2025. Davidson is with his wife Htoo Htoo in Thailand for the Spring Festivals.  He is not allowed to entre his home country, however.  
Davison describes his background with interesting conversation about the Churches in Myanmar.

With Greg Thomas: Emotional Intelligence 2 -- You Can Improve It! Here's How.

You can hear all of Greg Thomas's podcasts on The Kubik Report here.
In this second of a three-part series on Emotional Intelligence, Greg Thomas explains that it can be improved.  You can become more empathetic and connected to people emotionally.  This benefits you in all parts of your life, from your job, your friends.
Check out these free Emotional Intelligence Tests online at 
mtdtraining.com/free-eq-test
https://www.ihhp.com/free-eq-quiz/
 
 

With Bruce Brill: The NSA and his book Deceit of an Ally -

Bruce Brill is a former analyst for the US National Security Agency called NSA.
During his tenure in the early 1970s he became aware of intelligence indicating imminent attacks on Israel by Egypt and Syria prior to the Yom Kippur war in 1973.
He asserts that this critical information was withheld from Israeli authorities and Egypt and Syria attacked Israel on Yom Kippur.  More than 2660 Israeli soldiers were killed.   
The surprise attack on Israel on October 7, 2023 exactly 50 years almost to the day 1300 Israeli's were killed and more than a 130 were taken hostage..  This was also a surprise attack similar to Yom Kippur 11973,  
Bruce shares a fascinating story with me.  He wrote a book Deceit of an Ally and discusses it with me.
The books is available on Amazon.  It's a good read and flows like a spy thriller. 
Bruce Brill is an independent journalist and former U.S. National Security Agency Middle East analyst. He’s been published in the Jerusalem Post, Washington Times, Christian Science Monitor, Midstream, Jewish Spectator, Jerusalem Report, others.

Mark Robertson: What Does the Bible Say About Slavery?

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Mark Robertson and I talk about the issue of slavery and what the Bible has to say about it.  Slavery is one of the highly criticized sections of the Bible.  We also discuss  background on God's perspective on freedom - how he made mankind free and had no desire to see people in bondage   
This is our third podcast reviewing Mark's new book The Enlightened Law of Moses: A Christian Review of the Remarkable System of Old Testament Law
This book is available on Amazon 
You can reach Mark Robertson at mark@roberson.id.au
 

Ken Murray: What Does it Mean to "Discern the Lord's Body?"

It is that time of year of self-examination before taking the Passover.  One year ago, Ken and I did a podcast about examining ourselves.  One year later, at the season of the Passover, we examine DISCERN the Lord Jesus Christ and His body....and what he did for us.  

Greg Thomas: How High is Your EI? It Can Be More Important than IQ

Greg Thomas discusses Emotional Intelligence on today's Podcast.  Some say it's more important than IQ for success in the almost any relational interaction in life.  Emotional Quotient can be improved, while IQ is what it is.  
Greg is a business leader, author, keynote speaker, and a personal life-coach that I have known for nearly two decades. His clients range from large Fortune 100 Corporations down to small family-owned businesses… and many individual clients seeking personal leadership development.
His website is leadershipexcellencenow.com  As a reminder, you can learn more about Greg’s training skills on his YouTube site. Simply type in “leadership excellence channel” on the YouTube home page “search” bar, and you will find him.
In the past, we have spoken with Greg about a lot of interesting topics including Personal Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Servant-Leadership, How to Have a Fulfilling and Productive Day, and the common misconceptions about the Law of Attraction.

Introducing you to the Nordic Baltic Topics -- A New UCG Podcast

I'm excited to introduce you to a new podcast, the Nordic Baltic Topics, A Biblical Outlook for a Sustainable Tomorrow-- where I will assist host James Ginn. James coordinates the United Church of God's work in the Baltic Republics, Scandinavia, and Eastern Europe, including Russia and Ukraine.                                  
It can be found most places where you get your podcasts.
https://nordicbaltictopics.podbean.com/
In this podcast, we will discuss global events related to Europe and Russia, areas significant for prophetic fulfillment. I recommend bookmarking the Nordic Baltic Report. We will also talk about news and events in the United Church in the Baltic Republics, Scandinavia and Eastern Europe.
I am including our latest episode, recorded a few weeks ago. Please keep in mind that some of the news may be outdated, but it will give you an idea of how quickly and dangerously events are evolving. James is not only an elder but also brings professionalism and extensive knowledge of media and radio to the podcast. I've truly enjoyed collaborating with him on this project.
From time to time, I will integrate some of our presentations into the Kubik Report, as they address topics of universal interest in our rapidly changing world.