The Kubik Report

With Ken Murray: Parables Explain the Kingdom

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Ken Murray and I discuss Christ's most common teaching technique:  the use of PARABLES.  Most of the parables taught some aspect about the Coming and present Kingdom of God.  Here are a few links referred to in the podcast created by Ken Murray:
Listing of Christ's 70 parables http://kubik.org/resources/parableskm.pdf
Chapter 18 of Grandad & Nanna's Bible Story, on UCG, which is a dialogue style between Parent and Child, on the Parableshttps://www.ucg.org/beyond-today/blogs/grandad-nannas-bible-story-chapter-18
Grandad & Nanna's Bible Story - 70 Parables of Jesus Christ - Part 1 https://www.ucg.org/beyond-today/blogs/grandad-nannas-bible-story-70-parables-of-jesus-christ-part-1
Grandad & Nanna's Bible Story - 70 Parables of Jesus Christ - Part 2 https://www.ucg.org/beyond-today/blogs/grandad-nannas-bible-story-70-parables-of-jesus-christ-part-2
 

Kubik: What Will Happen to Me When I Die?

Today I will answer a question that we have all asked ourselves:   
What will happen to me when AND AFTER I die?  
When the lights go out in this life and our bodies are lifeless,  where will we be?   
Is this life all there is?    
Is there an afterlife?   
There are so many ideas.  
How can you KNOW the answer that is the TRUTH!!??   
Why am I asking these questions?   
We are confronted with them when death happens.   We need to think through these questions and answers at a time other than at a funeral.  
Death, the death of close people to us is constant.  We are stunned, we think about it.  We hope that there will be “something” in another dimension....when we will meet our loved ones and be reunited with them. 
It is important to speak on it with authority, confidence and mostly HOPE ABOUT THE RESURECTION which means:
Again from below to stand 
I would like to talk about OUR RESURRECTION primarily from the 15th chapter of I Corinthians that covers five important aspects of our resurrection. 
I’ll speak about the FOUNDATION of this HOPE 
IMPORTANCE 
THE ORDER OF THE RESURRECTION  
THE NATURE 
ULTIMATE VICTORY 
This is not human philosophy, authority.  The Truth will set us free.  
So, please listen.  
 

Melvin Rhodes: How Prophecy Might Play Out in Trump Presidency. Ready?

It's only been four days since the close call with Donald Trump's failed assassination. Now a frenzied Republican National Convention has all but declared him President of the United States .While US citizens focus on domestic matters, the world is watching to see how the coming leadership of the nation will play out in Bible Prophecy.  What will international alignments be now?  What about Ukraine, NATO, Russia, Israel/Hamas/ Taiwan?  Melvin Rhodes analyzes what is set before us.  What should Christians be thinking and doing.  
Mel Rhodes Place blog
https://melvinrhodes.wordpress.com/
 

Donald Trump: Too Close a Call. What it Means.

Less than 24 hours ago, Former President Donald Trump survived assassination by a hair.  We are still reeling from what happened as we try to process the full impact of this event, which will affect history and what's ahead for our nation and the world. 
Columnist and Pastor Steve Buchanan and I discussed the ramifications of yesterday's events and want to share them with you as quickly as we can. 
Subscribe to Steve Buchanan's World News and Prophecy Review .https://worldnewsandprophecyreview.com/home/
 

Greg Thomas: Conversational Terrorism

Greg and I talk about how irresponsibly people communicate with one another -- because they can: through social media, unashamed politics and the ability to write harsh words through electronic media. We are all guilty of this, and in our discussion, we bring awareness to this.
"Gaslighting, "a form of Conversational Terrorism, was Merriam Webster's Word of the Year in 2022. 
You can see a link to an interesting list of Conversational Terrorism terms at
https://www.vandruff.com/art_converse.html
Subscribe Greg's YouTube channel by typing in "Leadership Excellence Channel" in the YouTube search bar. 
Also, learn more about Greg Thomas at
https://leadershipexcellencenow.com/about-greg-l-thomas
 

With Ken Murray: Kingdom of God Down to Earth

Ken Murray, United Church of God pastor for Clermont, Central Queensland, Australia, and I discuss THE KINGDOM OF GOD.  Both Ken and I became acquainted with and became believers in what that Kingdom is from the entirety of the Bible. We both saw that it was not what is popularly taught as heaven, a feeling, a church.  Then, what is it?  Find our by listening here.  We invite your comments to vkubik@gmail.com

Kurt Hoyer: The Continuing Quest to Connect New Finds in Archeology to the Bible

Kurt Hoyer is passionate about the connection between archeology and the Bible. He received a Master's degree in this field from Hebrew University in Israel. He and his wife Jennifer have served in the Foreign Service and is now retired. He has lived in diverse places around the world, including Afghanistan, Kenya, the Philippines, and several others. 
He presents a fascinating insight into the archeological advances that have given proof of historical biblical narratives.  
 
 
 
 

Coping and Conduct in a Crazy World - Dr. Roy Fouch

No one can deny that we have entered markedly different times since 2020; every month seems to introduce a new what at one time may have considered a once-in-a-lifetime crisis.  Now, the crises come one after another.  It's sudden runaway inflation, world tension on the brink of a civilization-ending world war. The United States has joined other countries as a post-Christian society.  How can we cope and live a meaningful life governed by more than platitudes?  I talk to Christian psychologist Dr. Roy Fouch, who gives us insight from both his prison practice and his private practice about how to cope and how to become a constructive Christian.  
Replay from June 26, 2022

Landmark book from UCG: What Does the Bible Teach About Grace?

In 2019 the United Church of God published What Does the Bible Teach About Grace?  This was a landmark publication about a subject spanning Genesis through Revelation.   I talk about GRACE as presented in a way we had not fully discussed it before.  
You can order your free copy or read it online here. 

Steve Parker talks to Young Adults about the Prodigal Son

Steve Parker from Houston, Texas and I discuss the parable of the Prodigal Son, also called the Lost Son.  The lessons from this parable were the theme of the Young Adults Retreat in Townsend, Tennessee, in the Smoky Mountains.  Steve was one of the principal speakers at the event that took place May 24-27, 2024.
This parable offers more than meets the eye, with lessons for all ages about how God loves and pursues us. 
Steve Parker is a Christ-follower, husband, father of four, and soon-to-be grandfather. He serves as a Deacon in the Houston congregation of the United Church of God and is currently finishing a five-part sermon series entitled Live Valuably: Learning to Appreciate Yourself and Others as God Does. Professionally, he has been a hospice executive for nearly 23 years with sector expertise in patient experience, business development, and leadership. You can find him on social media at @storysparker where he contributes about storytelling, Biblical wisdom, and whatever book he is reading at the time.
We'd love your feedback on this podcast to 
vkubik@gmail.com
 

Ken Murray: Old Testament Prophecies of Christ

Ken Murray and I discuss just a few of the 333 prophecies about Jesus Christ in the Old Testament.  
70 of these O.T. prophecies were fulfilled in the last week of Christ's human life.   
These prophecies are specific enough that the mathematical probability of Jesus fulfilling even a handful of them, let alone all of them, is staggeringly improbable—if not impossible.  
Handout regarding this podcast

From Malawi: Joseph Mughohgo describes his new management role

Joseph Mughogho, who lives in Lilongwe, Malawi, has been our friend for about 11 years. He has served as an accountant for the United Church of God and is currently LifeNets Business Manager for northern Malawi. We have appreciated his professional and wise service to us all these years.  In April 2024, he and his wife were appointed as a couple to serve as Secretary General of the International Confederation of Christian Family Movements for Africa.  He will hold this position for the next five years.  The position is not full-time but will involve quite a considerable amount of travel to Zambia, Mozambique, Uganda, Cameroon, Nigeria among other places.  He will continue doing his work for LifeNets.
As a couple, they consider it an honor to serve through Family movements. The induction was conducted on 27th April 2024 in Lilongwe.  He asks for our continued prayers as they perform this task of strengthening families and marriages, vitally needed for Africa.  
In this podcast we carry on a  conversation about the importance of teaching family values. 
www.iccfm.org

Conspiracy! The Truth Shall Set You Free...

Today's episode features Tim Pebworth, United Church of God's Chairman of the Council of Elders and Director of French Speaking areas, who speaks on the subject of Conspiracies that so many, including devout Christians, can get caught up in.A recent USA Today article quotes University of Chicago political science professors Eric Oliver and Thomas Wood as saying that in any given year, roughly half of Americans believe in at least one conspiracy theory. Given the pervasive nature of conspiracy theories, Tim Pebworth examines what the Bible says about conspiracy theories. He challenges us to think critically about what we hear and see, asking hard questions about the motivations and intentions of those who promote these alternative theories. The sermon looks at what the ancient prophet Isaiah says about conspiracy theories, the interesting linkage to the ancient and modern philosophy of Gnosticism and how to evaluate these theories in light of Biblical teachings.

Elena Kubik talks to Grandpa about his recollections of first man on the moon in 1969

My 17-year-old granddaughter, Elena Kubik, interviewed me for an 11th-grade assignment.  I just loved the job that she did and would like to share this 14-minute interview with you.
Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Rebekah Drury: Help for navigating through grief

Rebekah Drury is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with the state of Ohio. She also has a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. 
Rebekah and I discuss how to work through crises and tragedies that will come into our lives.  She is a Christian therapist and gives valuable insights for us to consider about inevitable events that will face.

Beekeeper Ken Murray discusses the amazing world of bees and honey

Ken Murray of Clermont, Queensland, Australia and I talk about the awesome world of bees, beekeeping  and honey.  As a registered beekeeper in his state of Queensland, Ken talks about the bee, what it produces and how he interfaces with it.  
Ken and Ruthie on the day of the podcast. 
Here are some other resources spoken of in the podcast:
Beyond Today articles: 
https://www.ucg.org/beyond-today/beyond-today-magazine/honeybees-tiny-testimony-to-a-great-god 
https://www.ucg.org/bible-study-tools/booklets/creation-or-evolution-does-it-really-matter-what-you-believe/the-scientific-evidence-in-the-eye-of-the-beholder 
https://www.ucg.org/beyond-today/belief-in-god-is-a-choice 
Photo attributes: Makro Freak, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons 

Victor Kubik: And Now, a Word From Our Sponsor

What does it take to be right with God and your fellow man?  What is the threshold of righteousness?  Is it perfection achieved by your efforts?  What part does Jesus Christ play in our being just before God.  I explore this in this episode.  
Download a worksheet that contains the 120 titles, names and metaphors of Jesus Christ.
 
 

With Gregory L. Thomas: Useful Stephen R. Covey nuggets for your immediate use.

Greg Thomas and I continue with our 14th podcast since August 2022 in Leadership.  Leadership is in large part honest, genuine behavior on our part.  That's what causes REAL adherents to your cause.  
Today we explore some of the most powerful ideas/statements from Stephen Covey and talk about how they can be immediately applied by you.  
Greg is a business consultant, author, keynote speaker, and a personal life coach that I got to know very well over a decade ago.  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.
More about Greg Thomas at https://leadershipexcellencenow.com/about-greg-l-thomas/

Christian Passover Countdown with Ken and Vic

Ken Murray from Queensland, Australia and I talk about the awesome symbolism depicted by the events of the Exodus that embody the most important of Christian beliefs, purpose and ethics.  Before the Passover in the letters of Paul to the Corinthians we are admonished to EXAMINE ourselves before the Passover.  The countdown is on!  
Here is the link that I (Ken) mentioned, to my favourite Facebook Group that I administer, regarding “Bible Daily Reading …with commentary” at:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1067853697750375
We started with Genesis Chapter 1, on 1st January 2024 and now we are up to 1 Kings, chapters 14., 15, and 16, with commentary on each chapter, as of Wednesday April 3, 2024.
Other handouts in pdf:
Passover Purpose Sermon notes March 23, 2024
Passover checklist scriptures
Here is the link to our "Bible Daily Reading ...with commentary" as mentioned in our "Vic and Ken" podcast:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1067853697750375

HAITI Today, March 28, 2024 with Chuck Smith - Hard Times

UCG Pastor in USA and Senior Pastor in the Caribbean.  Chuck Smith and I talk about the current crisis in Haiti as March 28, 2024.  Gangs roam the streets.  But, the Church is still functioning in these serious times. 
Check out Chuck's Website at chucks.ucg.@gmail.com or you can call him at 615 848-7372