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Touching Lives with Dr. James Merritt Audio Podcast

Dr. James Merritt
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Joseph
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Eternal Life

Under the leadership and dynamic preaching of Dr. James Merritt, Touching Lives exists to touch the lives of the lost and enrich the faith of the found. Our goal is to present the eternal, never-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ to all who would hear and pray for the Holy Spirit to move mightily among His people. Touching Lives is currently broadcast in all 50 states and in over 140 countries around... more

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Did you know that if the sun’s light ceased, the earth would freeze within days? All plant life would die, the oxygen would collapse, and humanity would perish within weeks, leaving our planet a frozen, silent slab of rock. That is how foundational l... more

I was 3½ years old, standing before an open casket looking at my grandfather, the man I called Papa, wondering why he wouldn’t wake up. My aunt finally pulled me away and said, “He’s not waking up.” God planted a seed in my heart that day. I came to ... more

Napoleon’s foreign minister once said, “You can do anything you like with bayonets, except sit on them.” That is exactly what most Americans do with their Bibles. Eighty-eight percent of Americans own at least one Bible, yet nearly half of Christians... more

Most people could answer this question without hesitation: What is the most important birth in the entire Bible? Christmas makes that one easy. But here’s the harder question: What is the second most important birth in Scripture? In Genesis 21, a 90-... more

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Dr. James Merritt
Pastor and host of Touching Lives with Dr. James Merritt; International Broadcast Ministry of Touching Lives

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 175 ratings
  • My favourite Christian podcast.

    The message is direct and delivered with love. If you are just starting to live with Jesus in your heart, you will love this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Canadian Heidi
    Canada3 years ago
  • Thank you

    The sermons you share in these podcasts are inspirational, educational, and thought provoking. Thank you for sharing them. God bless.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kicovo
    United States5 years ago
  • Dr James Merritt

    What a blessing to be able to hear solid Biblical teaching in his sermons! I love how he brings the application home and the illustrations used so I can better grasp Christ’s teachings. Keep on keeping on for our Savior! May God continue to bless this pastor, his family and all he does for the glory of the Lord!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MDGribb
    United States8 years ago
  • What is wisdom?

    There are many preachers that anyone can listen to, but only a few catch my attention, James Merritt is a gifted down to earth teacher who makes sense and causes you to think so that you have to dig deep in what you believe. He doesn’t demand you do as he says but lays out a case for what to believe and it is up to you to judge for yourself. I belong to a church that for some reason this new pastor has to reteach us because we don’t know and he knows it all and only he has the gift. To be quite ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TravelinBillIraq
    United States8 years ago
  • viewer / listner for years !

    Always something new in his message , quite the archive to go thru , great show !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JBLCENAFAN
    United States8 years ago

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Listeners praise solid Biblical teaching delivered with practical application and memorable illustrations.
Listeners highlight the ministry's impact and clarity in presenting core Christian beliefs.
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Many appreciate the direct, gospel-centered messages and how faith is woven into everyday life.

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Disciple Made Disciple Maker
Q: Are you what you are supposed to be?
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Disciple Made Disciple Maker
Q: Are you who you are supposed to be?
This question aims to assess one's identity in Christ and their alignment with God's purpose.
Christmas To The Rescue
Q: What do I need to be saved from?
You need to be rescued from sin, as Jesus came to save His people from their sins.
Only One Way
Q: What are you basing your belief on regarding going to heaven?
You need to genuinely trust Jesus as your Lord and Savior to reach heaven, not just believe in Him from a distance.
It's Murder
Q: What does it mean to be a faithful Christian in a divisive political moment?
It means navigating the current climate with grace and truth, understanding that God desires reconciliation and introspection regarding our anger.

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The lineup centers on biblically grounded teaching, practical application, and a strong emphasis on faith, evangelism, missions, and reliance on prayer. Episodes frequently weave Scripture with personal stories to encourage generosity, community involvement, and a missionary posture toward everyday life. A notable throughline is the blend of doctrinal instruction with tangible calls to faith decisions, giving, and ministry involvement, often concluding with an invitation to accept Christ and support the ministry. The format tends toward sermon-style delivery from a single host, with occasional guest-free talks that mix historical/modern illustrations to illuminate timeless principles.

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Touching Lives launched 9 years ago and published 422 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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