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Right Now with Ralph Martin
Hosted by Renewal Ministries · ENGLISH
This bi-weekly show features author, speaker, and world-wide renewal leader, Dr. Ralph Martin, as he shares what the Holy Spirit is stirring up in the Church right now: words of encouragement from the Lord to strengthen you for such a time as this.
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Some Nights Are Very Dark
6d ago00:22:47Tap to summarizeRalph discusses the recurring themes we see in a number of psalms that graphically depict utter desolation and darkness. He then illumines these passages by looking at Jesus’ descent into pain, abandonment and darkness, in order to redeem us, recalling what firm hope that gives us as a great source of strength in the midst of our own very dark nights.
Transcribe →Why I Wrote This Book (And Why You Should Read It)
3w ago00:19:46Tap to summarizeThis week, Ralph explains why he wrote his recent book, The Coming Judgement: Are We Ready? and why he thinks it is very much needed right now. This newest book gets to the heart of what’s really important in life and could make an eternal difference for those who read it. For the whole month of August, Ralph's book will be 20% off in the Renewal Ministries store. Get your copy here: https://www.renewalministries.net/shop/product/the-coming-judgment.
Transcribe →A New Prophecy
Jul 1500:17:30Tap to summarizeEvery now and then a prophecy is shared that deserves wider attention. Patti Mansfield, long-time friend of Renewal Ministries and leader in the Charismatic Renewal, recently received such a word. This week, Ralph is taking the opportunity to share it with you and offer some comments on this word from the Lord, along with an overview of what the New Testament tells us about the gift of prophecy.
Transcribe →There Are Only Two Roads: The Narrow Way to Life and the Broad Way to Destruction
Jul 100:24:09Tap to summarizeRalph clearly unpacks the fundamental message of scripture concerning the two ways. Everyone is currently on one way or another and Ralph invites us to make a change if we're on the wrong path. Do you know someone who needs to hear this life-saving message? Send it to your friends and relatives!
Transcribe →Sin, Forgiveness, and the Eucharist
Jun 1700:27:24Tap to summarizeWe recently celebrated the feast of Corpus Christi, celebrating the profound gift of Jesus in the Eucharist. As we continue to reflect on this extraordinary grace, Ralph shares how a “chance encounter” on an airplane led to a very significant conversation centered around a prayer from the liturgy of the Eucharist.
Transcribe →Cardinal Schönborn Ponders the Judgment
Jun 300:16:06Tap to summarizeRalph reflects on his long relationship with Cardinal Schönborn, including some concerns he has had in recent years and a very fascinating article the Cardinal wrote featuring his pondering of the final judgment.
Transcribe →Pentecost Is for YOU: Stirring Up the Gift
May 2000:08:54Tap to summarizeAs we prepare for the Feast of Pentecost this Sunday, Ralph asks the question, "Is Pentecost just an historical event, the birthday of the Church, or is it something more?” He boldly asserts that the power of Pentecost is intended to be a continuing reality in the Church, as is clearly taught in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. He then examines some reasons why we may not be experiencing the power of Pentecost in our own lives and prays with us to “stir up the gift” that we have been given in the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Transcribe →The Most Serious Sins?
May 600:28:22Tap to summarizeRecently Pope Leo caused some controversy in responding to the German Bishops' decision to institute in a formal way the blessing of same sex and irregular unions. Many praised Pope Leo’s quick response to the effect that the Vatican doesn’t agree and that the Germans have been “spoken to”. But others registered puzzlement about what his views on sexual sins really are. While casual comments in an airplane interview can’t be fairly used to determine what anyone’s views are in a considered way, many others, besides the Pope have made statements to the effect that “sexual sins aren’t the worst sins; there are others far worse.” In this video Ralph deals with this question with an answer based on scripture and tradition. While it is certainly the case that sexual sins aren’t the worse sins, it is still very important to pay careful attention to what the Lord does say about the seriousness of sexual sins so we can make appropriate decisions. Articles and resources in this episode: Ralph's new book: The Coming JudgmentArticle by Dr. Monica Miller: Sex and the Unity of the Catholic Church Article by Dr. Helen Alvare: Sex and Catholic Social Teaching Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo Besungu's letter for SECAM: No blessing for homosexual couples in all Churches in Africa2024 Letter of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith on Fiducia SupplicansEWTN Article: Vatican publishes 2024 letter prohibiting formal blessings for homosexual couples in Germany
Transcribe →Life Is Unfair, But Judges Shouldn’t Be: Reflections on Justice Richard Bernstein
Apr 2200:11:18Tap to summarizeJustice Richard Bernstein was born blind, but that didn’t stop him from becoming a marathon runner, disability rights advocate, and Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court. In this week’s video, Ralph shares stories from a local event where Bernstein spoke about perseverance, suffering, and faith—raising the big question: Why do bad things happen to good people? Ralph reflects on Bernstein’s life, his campaign slogan “Life is unfair, but judges shouldn’t be,” and the perfectly just Judge we have in Jesus.
Transcribe →St. Faustina: Only Two Paths
Apr 800:08:59Tap to summarizeThere are really only two roads we can walk in this life: one that leads to eternal life or one that leads to eternal destruction. This fundamental biblical message is depicted in one of St. Faustina’s visions, describing these very different paths: a broad and pleasurable one leading to hell, and a narrow, painful one leading to paradise. As we prepare for the celebration of Divine Mercy Sunday this weekend, Ralph reflects on St. Faustina’s vision and the scriptural teaching of Jesus to help each of us to receive God’s mercy, recommit to the path of Jesus, and turn away from the path that leads to the abyss of hell.
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