Ignite with Barry Meguiar
Barry MeguiarWelcome to Season 2 of Ignite with Barry Meguiar! Most of us want to trust God with wholehearted faith that ends our worries and fills our lives with joy. As a businessman, Car Guy, and lifetime follower of Christ, host Barry Meguiar has
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- 1Ignite Your Life!What does a car guy know about sharing your faith? Enough to help yours explode! You’ll take away practical tips from Barry Meguiar’s 40 years of walking with God — and learn how easy it is to share your faith with others. No training required!Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more!In this show, you’ll get answers to questions including:How can I experience more joy as a Christian?Is America a post-Christian nation?How many days could it take to ignite revival in America?Is it a sin if I’m not sharing my faith with others?What is the first thing I can do to start sharing God with someone today?What does it mean to “follow the nudge” and live in the FOG?Learn more and be inspired to share your faith from IgniteAmerica Certified Statistics. Our statistics are unparalleled! They represent the consensus of three or more highly regarded research studies, compiled from thousands of hours of in-depth research on all church-related studies, by Dr. Doug Petersen, Oxford Center for Mission Studies. See the findings here: https://igniteamerica.com/ignite-certified-statsVisit https://IgniteAmerica.com to access more resources — including the Ignite ePrayer app, Faith Sharing Stories, One Minute Inspirations, https://SeekingGod.org, and more!
- 2You’re in Full-Time MinistryIf you’re a Christian, you’re in full-time ministry. Everything you do is moving people closer to or further away from God. Get inspired to make faith-sharing #1 on your to-do list and see how the Holy Spirit speaks through you to change more lives! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: What does the Great Commission really instruct Christians to do? What does the second greatest commandment have to do with faith-sharing? How many people in our population are unchurched unbelievers? What does it mean to be in full-time ministry? What has to change in our country if there’s going to be hope for America? How many encounters does it take with Christians before an unbeliever is ready to accept Jesus? Learn more from Scripture: The Great Commission – We are called to spread the gospel to the world. The greatest commandment – We must love God with all of our hearts. Romans 10:14 – People won’t hear the gospel unless we tell them. Ephesians 4:11 – Pastors equip believers for outreach. Revelation 2 – We are called to repent for not sharing our faith. Ezekiel 3:17 – God holds you responsible for those under your influence. John 3:16 – God promises eternal life to those who believe. Romans 8:28 – God promises to work everything in our lives together for His good. Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 3A Christian’s Secret JoyIf you claim to follow Jesus and don’t have joy, something’s wrong. But when you do, people will want to know your secret! Join Barry and special guest Eric Metaxas as they discuss how God fills you with joy when you pour into the lives of others.Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more!Hear from guest Eric Metaxas who is the New York Times #1 bestselling author of Fish Out of Water, Martin Luther, If You Can Keep It, Bonhoeffer, Miracles, Seven Women, Seven Men, and Amazing Grace. He has written more than thirty children’s books, and he is the host of the Eric Metaxas Radio Show — a nationally syndicated radio program heard in more than 120 cities around the U.S.Learn more about:The first time Eric had an opportunity to do comedyThe difference between joy and happinessWhy being a Christian is not religionHow got through the loss of his daughter nearly three years agoCheck out IgniteAmerica Certified Statistics:Our statistics are unparalleled! They represent the consensus of three or more highly regarded research studies, compiled from thousands of hours of in-depth research on all church-related studies, by Dr. Doug Petersen, Oxford Center for Mission Studies. See the findings here: igniteamerica.com/ignite-certified-statsFind resources to help ignite your faith and move everyone, every day closer to Jesus at IgniteAmerica.com — including the Ignite ePrayer app (available on the App Store and Google Play), Faith Sharing Stories, One Minute Inspirations, SeekingGod.org, and more. Sign up to receive emails that will deliver practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 4The “First Work” of Every ChristianAfter you get saved, do you know what God has planned for your first work? It’s not prayer. Or reading the Bible. Or good works. It’s sharing your faith! When you tell others about God’s love, you not only reach the lost — you, too, are blessed. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: Why are Christians not making faith-sharing their No. 1 task? Why is America in the mess we’re in today? Where does it say in Scripture that faith-sharing is a believer’s top priority? What do over 80% of Americans who are unchurched hope that Christians will do? What are some practical ways a Christian can show God’s love? How will God transform your life when you share your faith? Learn more from Scripture: Romans 10:15 – We must be sent by our pastors to share our faith. Revelation 2 – If you are not telling others about Jesus, you need to repent. Isaiah 43:10 – God has appointed us as His witnesses so that we will believe. Luke 12:12 – You’ll experience a deeper intimacy with God when you share your faith. 1 Peter 3:15 – Sanctifying God in your heart is all the preparation you need to have divine encounters. Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 5Your Pain for God’s Glory“If a guy without arms and legs can be used by God to be His hands and feet, then God can use any willing heart.” Hear Nick Vujicic’s amazing testimony and how God can take our broken pieces and do something beautiful to be a witness – for His glory! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Hear from guest Nick Vujicic who is an Australian-American born without arms or legs who has become a world-renowned speaker, New York Times best-selling author, coach, and entrepreneur. Nick is an anti-bullying advocate, has created an innovative Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Curriculum called “Attitude Is Altitude,” is the founder and CEO of the non-profit ministry Life Without Limbs, and hosts “The Nick Vujicic Podcast.” Learn more about: Nick's attempt to take his life at age 11 Trusting God and His plan for your life What Nick asked God for when he became a Christian When Nick knew he was born to be a speaker Not wasting your pain and growing through it Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 6What Faith Sharing Actually Looks LikeReal faith-sharing comes from real-life experiences and not a prepared speech! Learn from Barry Meguiar’s own stories — including conversations with a taxi driver, a group of strangers in an elevator, and a troubled young passenger on a plane. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: Why were people attracted to Jesus when he lived on earth? What is it that attracts people to you when you share your faith? Why is it your fault if you’re feeling weak in your walk with the Lord? What are you missing out on if you’re not sharing your faith? What phrase can you work into conversations that will supercharge your faith sharing? What is helpful to remember if you’re anxious about having a conversation about Jesus? Learn more from: How Jesus is depicted in the popular series, The Chosen Why the message of Nehemiah 8:10 is good to think about An example of how to insert God into a conversation quickly and easily (without raising eyebrows) Visit Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 7Following Jesus – Is It Boring?“Is it boring?” That’s what the CEO of MyPillow, Inc. asked his friend who had given his life to Christ. Today, guest Mike Lindell says people see the hope in him that he saw in his friend. Find out why and how now is the time to share your faith! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Hear from guest Mike Lindell: Mike Lindell is the author of What Are the Odds? From Crack Addict to CEO. He is also the inventor and CEO of MyPillow, Inc. The Minnesota-based company has been in business for more than a decade and sold more than 46 million MyPillows. Lindell started the business in his garage with the help of his family. Learn more about: When Mike quit his addiction to drugs and why The day Mike fully surrendered his life to Jesus Christ How Mike's biggest fear became what he does today Why it's the best time in history to be alive Mike's go-to Bible verse for his life Check out Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 8Faith Sharing Is a Team SportDid you know that faith-sharing isn’t just up to you? God has a team of people involved and everything happens according to His timing — not yours. Be encouraged to move everyone as close as you can to Jesus, and God will do the rest! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: Why is it rare that someone accepts Christ with just one conversation? Why does it almost not matter what you say when you share your faith? What does Scripture say about faith sharing involving more than one person? Can you have fun while you’re sharing your faith? Why isn’t being a good person enough of a witness? How can even the hardest of hearts change? Learn more from: John 4:37 – It’s true that one person plants and another one harvests. The story of Jordan, a Jew who accepted Jesus — and then led others to Christ A pinball machine as an illustration of faith sharing Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 9Faith Sharing Starts with PastorsAccording to Barry: “Steve is the most un-standard, off-the-wall pastor that I know.” Find out why — and more about what a pastor’s faith sharing looks like — in this in-depth conversation with Steve Wilburn, Senior Pastor of Core Church Los Angeles. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Hear from guest Steve Wilburn: Steve Wilburn is the Senior Pastor of Core Church Los Angeles, a church he and his wife Laurie planted on the Westside of LA in 2010. Core has continued growing at an incredible pace. Prior to planting Core, Steve was an associate Pastor at Harvest Christian Fellowship under Pastor Greg Laurie for fifteen years. His commitment to God’s Word and passion for the Gospel are evident in his enthusiastic, relevant style of teaching. He is heard on multiple radio stations 5 to 7 days a week. Learn more about: Where Steve gave his life to Christ Steve’s faith-sharing experience at In-N-Out Burger 3 radical things that happen when you ask Christ to come into your life How God sets up people to respond to an invitation to receive Christ What percentage of unchurched people in the U.S. want someone to tell them about Jesus Why pastors who aren’t encouraging their churches to share their faith should read Ezekiel 34 Check out IgniteAmerica Certified Statistics. Our statistics are unparalleled! They represent the consensus of three or more highly regarded research studies, compiled from thousands of hours of in-depth research on all church-related studies, by Dr. Doug Petersen, Oxford Center for Mission Studies. See the findings here: igniteamerica.com/ignite-certified-stats Find resources to help ignite your faith and move everyone, every day closer to Jesus at IgniteAmerica.com — including the Ignite ePrayer app (available on the App Store and Google Play), Faith Sharing Stories, One Minute Inspirations, SeekingGod.org, and more. Sign up to receive emails that will deliver practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 10Two Commandments Fulfill All TenDid you know that you can fulfill all of the Ten Commandments by simply doing two of them? Find out how that’s possible. And learn how when you do, you’ll be set free from struggles that have held you back — and will move everyone, every day closer to Jesus! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: What is God’s purpose for creating us? What does God’s love compel us to do? How does the most important of the Ten Commandments help us to stop struggling? Why don’t we have to work on all of the Ten Commandments? How do you know when you are loving your neighbour as yourself? What is the most important thing in life to do? Learn more: Why it’s human nature to share what we’re excited about — like the great hamburger you may have had last night How faith-sharing will move from an obligation to sheer joy when you start by loving God first How Barry influenced a man he’d never met to give his life to Jesus — and start sharing his faith Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 11Scientific Truth Explodes Your FaithHave you bought into the lie that science and faith are at odds? Listen in as guest Eric Metaxas shares what he learned while writing his newest book — Is Atheism Dead? — and how knowing what we believe is the truth will ignite your faith sharing! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Hear from guest Eric Metaxas: Eric Metaxas is the New York Times #1 bestselling author of Fish Out of Water, Martin Luther, If You Can Keep It, Bonhoeffer, Miracles, Seven Women, Seven Men, and Amazing Grace. He has written more than thirty children’s books, and he is the host of the Eric Metaxas Radio Show — a nationally syndicated radio program heard in more than 120 cities around the U.S. Learn more about: Eric’s latest book — Is Atheism Dead? The odds that someone can believe there is no God and no Creator of the universe The evidence that will make you bolder in your faith sharing Why science and faith are actually not at odds The examples of two of the most famous atheists: Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 12Count It All Joy!When you’re under attack, God says to count it all joy and to give Him the glory. But how do you do that? We’re going to tell you how He will use your faith — even in the midst of your struggles —to move everyone watching you closer to Jesus! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: What percentage of unchurched people are looking for someone to tell them about God? Who is living in fear the most — Christians or non-Christians? What in our lives can cause us to have a childlike faith? Why are millions of Christians not having their prayers answered? What does it look like to have unwavering faith? How does God work through us even while we’re in a bad place? Learn more from: IgniteAmerica.com’s “Take It to the Bank” statistics that document the state (or decline) of Christianity in America. Find them here: igniteamerica.com/ignite-certified-stats Barry’s revelation and the lesson God taught him after praying for a troubling situation for two and a half years Proverbs 3:5-6: Trusting the Lord with your whole heart James 1:5: God promises to answer your prayers unless you’re worrying Romans 8: Our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory revealed to us in heaven Get resources to help ignite your faith and move everyone, every day closer to Jesus at IgniteAmerica.com — including the Ignite ePrayer app (available on the App Store and Google Play), Faith Sharing Stories, One Minute Inspirations, SeekingGod.org, and more. Sign up to receive emails that will deliver practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 13God Always Gives You the Words to SayFor guest Christine Soule, the way to share your faith is something simple that you do every day — just start talking. Hear more from her amazing testimony and be inspired by her example to love people radically and move them closer to Christ. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Hear from guest Christine Soule: Christine Soule is a lover of people and passionate about leading them toward a restored and dignified life. From her own personal life trials, she has great compassion for the homeless, abused, and hurt women. In 2018, Christine founded Providence Heights — a non-profit organization with a plan to house women and children in need. She wrote Broken and Beautiful to share more about her story and vision to help women to not only survive but to thrive. Learn more about: What kind of life God rescued Christine from Christine’s Providence Heights residential and training center ministry Questions to ask God when you wake up in the morning How you can change your environment in less than 90 seconds The second chance God gave Christian when Christine didn’t “follow the nudge” Christine’s faith-sharing moment 30,000+ feet up in the air Check out Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 14‘Never Lift’ off the Gas Pedal of Your LifeIn car racing, successful drivers know to “never lift” — to keep your foot on the accelerator and keep moving without fear. Learn how to apply this truth to your life as you love God and live for His purpose … without fear! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: What does the car racing term “never lift” have to do with fear? How can you go through bad days and devastating times without fear? Why is running to God the best thing we can do when we’re facing struggles? Learn more from: The shortest prayer Barry ever prayed in his life How God intervened when Barry was about to lose his family’s 100-year-old business 1 John 4: Perfect love casts out fear Check out Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 15Your Life is Your PulpitBrandon Pogue is not a pastor, but his business is his pulpit. Hear how this CEO of a thriving wellness products company is taking advantage of every opportunity to respond to God’s nudge — even in work meetings — to tell people about Jesus.Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more!Hear from guest Brandon Pogue:Brandon Pogue is the Chief Executive Officer of TruLabs which offers high-quality wellness products and dietary supplements — including Hydrate, Sleep, and Energy + Focus which are available for purchase at Sam’s Club. Since 2018, Brandon and his team have helped over 25,000 people through healthy products and are rewarded to see that their products are positively changing people’s lives daily. Brandon loves to tell others about Jesus and says: “If you don’t share your faith, you’re missing the reason why you’re waking up every morning.”Learn more about:Brandon’s #1 goal while he’s here on earthWhen Brandon prayed for a Dallas SWAT officer’s wife at Sam’s ClubHow you can use your business as your pulpitThe percentage of Americans who go to bed every night fearing thisHow Brandon and Barry have discipled a Jewish man who accepted ChristCheck out IgniteAmerica Certified Statistics: Our statistics are unparalleled! They represent the consensus of three or more highly regarded research studies, compiled from thousands of hours of in-depth research on all church-related studies, by Dr. Doug Petersen, Oxford Center for Mission Studies. See the findings here: igniteamerica.com/ignite-certified-statsFind resources to help ignite your faith and move everyone, every day closer to Jesus at IgniteAmerica.com — including the Ignite ePrayer app (available on the App Store and Google Play), Faith Sharing Stories, One Minute Inspirations, SeekingGod.org, and more. Sign up to receive emails that will deliver practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 16Is God Your ‘First Love’In His Letter to the Church at Ephesus in Revelation 2, the apostle John instructs faithful Christians to repent — yes, repent — for not doing two things. And YOU might not be doing the very same two things. This is an important message! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: How can you spot a new Christian? What is guaranteed to rob you of your joy and intimacy with God? What is the only thing that will keep your life on track? What should be your “first love” and your “first work”? Learn more about: Revelation 2 – John’s letter to the church in Ephesus What it means to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world An important question you need to ask yourself today What the Word is clear on that you need to do (Proverbs 3:5-6) Check out Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 17It’s Time for Christians to Get Serious“If you really love Jesus,” guest Eric Metaxas says, “you will not be able to shut up about it.” Be encouraged to believe what God says and to seek and save the lost like Jesus did — even in the midst of our nation’s current craziness. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Hear from guest Eric Metaxas: Eric Metaxas is the New York Times #1 bestselling author of Fish Out of Water, Martin Luther, If You Can Keep It, Bonhoeffer, Miracles, Seven Women, Seven Men, and Amazing Grace. He has written more than thirty children’s books, and he is the host of the Eric Metaxas Radio Show — a nationally syndicated radio program heard in more than 120 cities around the U.S. Learn more about: What God is saying to us about worry and anxiety in Philippians 4 The #1 tool Satan uses against the Church No matter how bad things get, God will use it for good (Romans 8:28) The parallels between World War II German Christians and 2022 American Christians The most patriotic thing we can do today and where revival starts Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 18Jesus said, “They’ll Know You by Your Love”When it comes to faith sharing, what’s more attractive? A guy yelling through a megaphone on a street corner, “Turn to Jesus because the world is ending!” OR building a relationship with a stranger simply by loving them? Let’s talk about it now! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: Why is the term “evangelism” no longer attractive? Why is sharing your faith different in America today than it was years ago? Where should you start a faith-sharing conversation? What is the way people will know we are disciples of Jesus? How can you build a relationship with a complete stranger? What special training or gifts do you need to love people? Learn more from: How Barry and his wife Karen shared their faith when they were first married Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 19Take That Step of Boldness!What’s the key to sharing your faith? Turning Point USA Founder and President, Charlie Kirk, says it’s asking questions like Jesus did — it “starts the flow” of a fruitful faith-sharing conversation! Learn how you can take this step of boldness, too! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Learn more about Barry at IgniteAmerica.com. Hear from guest Charlie Kirk: Charlie Kirk is the Founder and President of Turning Point USA, a national student movement dedicated to identifying, organizing, and empowering young people to promote the principles of free markets and limited government. He’s the author of three books including the #1 Amazon and New York Times best-seller, The MAGA Doctrine: The Only Ideas that Will Win the Future, from Broadside Books, an imprint of Harper Collins. Charlie is also the host of “The Charlie Kirk Show” podcast, which regularly ranks among the top 10 shows on Apple News podcast charts. As of October 2020, Charlie took his podcast to broadcast and became the host of the new, nationally syndicated daily radio show broadcasting on the Salem Radio Network. Learn more about: How Turning Point USA trains young people to become informed citizens The idea of self-government as given by God and how to preserve it How substance abuse, depression, etc. are related to the least Christian generation in history Your ministry is wherever you are — even in an Uber Charlie’s prayer requests for his current spiritual battle Find resources to help ignite your faith and move everyone, every day closer to Jesus at IgniteAmerica.com — including the Ignite ePrayer app (available on the App Store and Google Play), Faith Sharing Stories, One-Minute Inspirations, SeekingGod.org, and more. Sign up to receive emails that will deliver practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 20We Are WitnessesNo matter where you go, God is setting up opportunities for you to share your faith with everyone you meet and you’re either moving them closer or further away from God! Hear how you can embrace the adventure of sharing your faith at every opportunity! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Learn more about Barry at IgniteAmerica.com. Hear Barry’s thoughts on: Why there are no coincidences with God Signs of God’s intervention in your life Going to the Rose Bowl for many years and what the crowd represents Moving to Detroit with his wife Karen and seeing God at work How God is in the bad news, sometimes more than the good news A travel snafu in New Hampshire that led to a faith-sharing opportunity Learn more from Scripture: Isaiah 43:10 – God has appointed us as His witnesses so that we will believe. Matthew 22:37 – When you love God, you automatically love others. Romans: 8:28 – It’s not about your purpose; it’s about God’s purpose. Check out Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 21Being Good Isn’t Good EnoughMany Christians feel like they’re sharing their faith by their “good works” . . . but guess what? Being good isn’t good enough! In the episode, Barry challenges you to go into the world and tell everyone about Jesus . . . starting today! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Learn more about Barry at IgniteAmerica.com. Hear Barry’s thoughts on: What most Christians believe about getting to heaven What percentage of Christians still hold a biblical worldview Which of Barry’s friends are living better lives than his church friends How many Christians actually share their faith Barry’s college friend Bob and why he was someone you wanted to be close to What magician Penn Jillette has said about faith-sharing Learn more from IgniteAmerica Certified Statistics: Our statistics are unparalleled! They represent the consensus of three or more highly regarded research studies, compiled from thousands of hours of in-depth research on all church-related studies, by Dr. Doug Petersen, Oxford Center for Mission Studies. See the findings here: com/ignite-certified-stats Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 22Wholehearted Trust in GodDid you know that 73% of Americans are living in fear? And that includes Christians! If you’re living in fear, that means you’re not trusting God with your whole heart. Learn how when you start believing Scripture, it changes everything! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Learn more about Barry at IgniteAmerica.com. Hear Barry’s thoughts on: The lead link in the links of the Christian life Why fear is perhaps Satan’s #1 effective attack on Christians What stands in the way of answered prayer Watching too much cable news The condition of the persecuted church vs. the prosperous church How God saved Barry’s 100-year-old family business Why Barry has no bad days or fear Learn more from IgniteAmerica Certified Statistics: Our statistics are unparalleled! They represent the consensus of three or more highly regarded research studies, compiled from thousands of hours of in-depth research on all church-related studies, by Dr. Doug Petersen, Oxford Center for Mission Studies. See the findings here: com/ignite-certified-stats Get resources to help ignite your faith and move everyone, every day closer to Jesus at IgniteAmerica.com — including the Ignite ePrayer app (available on the App Store and Google Play), Faith Sharing Stories, One Minute Inspirations, SeekingGod.org, and more. Sign up to receive emails that will deliver practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 23Everything is About EternityWhatever your age, it’s challenging to not be overwhelmed by the pressures of this world — and to keep your eyes on eternity. Listen as Barry Meguiar and ‘Think Eternity’ Founder, Matt Brown, encourage you to find your fulfillment and purpose in Jesus. Host, Barry Meguiar, is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Learn more about Barry at IgniteAmerica.com. Matt Brown is an evangelist, author of Truth Plus Love, host of Think Eternity with Matt Brown, and founder of ‘Think Eternity’ — a ministry sharing powerful faith content through podcasts, blogs, videos, outreaches, and more. Matt and his wife Michelle have four children and live near Minneapolis, Minnesota. Learn more about: Why you’re a history maker if you’re following Christ When Matt sensed his call to ministry as an Evangelist What happened on Matt’s mission trip to New Orleans during Mardi Gras How many Gospel presentations Matt’s ministry is working toward in the next five years The impact of evangelists Leonard Ravenhill and David Wilkerson Romans 8:28 – All things work together for good if you do two things Check out Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 24God Wants to Use YouYou can impact a person’s life, not because of what you do, but because of what Jesus has done! Hear author Victor Dawson share about the privilege of leading others to the Lord everywhere you go and how you can live out the Great Commission, too. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Learn more about Barry at IgniteAmerica.com. Barry’s guest, Victor Dawson, is the author of As You Go, as well as an Ambassador for Christ, servant-leader, entrepreneur, global business owner, and world traveler. In the last 15 years, he has been involved in three new start-ups — Summit Group International; a global product sourcing company, Cuddle Clones; making one-of-a-kind pets that look exactly like your pet, and As You Go Ministries. Victor is passionate about evangelism and discipleship by living out the Great Commission. He has been involved with CBMC (Christian Business Men's Connection) for 25 years and currently serves in National Ministry Development. He and his wife, Nan, have been married for 45 years and live in Colorado Springs, CO. They have two married children, a grandson, and a granddaughter. Learn more about: How Victor’s emergency open heart surgery changed his life Why Matthew 28:19 is a misunderstood verse The prayer Victor prays to start every day The reason Christians aren’t having fun on their way to heaven Victor’s faith-sharing opportunity in a San Diego airport What happened when Victor gave a Bible to a man in China Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
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