The new documentary film entitled “Norm Geisler: Not Qualified” is set to air on NRBTV on April 7 at 8:00 pm EST. The movie includes vintage clips of Dr. Geisler along with interviews with over 50 apologists, pastors, and ministry leaders. Dr. Geisler’s son, David, serves as narrator for the project and says the movie reveals some things about his father’s life that may surprise people.
“People may not realize my dad’s humble beginnings,” says Geisler. “He was a poor boy from Michigan who was practically illiterate until he was seventeen. The turning point in my dad’s life came during a witnessing experience, serving with the Billy Graham Youth for Christ. A drunk opened the Bible and pointed to the verse in Matthew 8:4 where Jesus healed the man of leprosy and then said, ‘Go and tell no man.’ Then the man said to my dad, ‘Now get out of here…you are not supposed to be doing this.’ After that experience, dad decided he needed to either get answers or stop witnessing. That sent him on a 20-year quest, and he says in the movie that it was only after those 20 years of study that he felt he was ready to witness. He earned his Ph.D. in Philosophy and became the ‘Grandfather of Apologetics.’”
The movie is being made available for churches to screen for their staffs and members. Along with every screening, churches will receive marketing materials, printable workbook and booklets, movie Q&A panel recording, four 45-minute shareable core messages to build a digital conference, as well as three self-paced memberships in the Norm Geisler Institute. Geisler says it is the goal of their ministry to extend his father’s legacy. “The book dad and I wrote together is called ‘Conversational Evangelism,’ and it sums up our ministry’s mission,” says Geisler. “We have learned that leading people to the Gospel starts with relational pre-evangelism by learning how to ask questions, listen attentively, and understand what someone believes. We help people learn to identify the real barriers to belief so that we can build a bridge of truth to unbelievers. My father used to say, ‘God wants to reach the heart, but he does not bypass the head on the way to the heart.’ The Christian faith is a reasonable faith, but we also need to exhibit compassion and understanding to truly lead people to salvation. We believe that adding apologetics and discipleship to our evangelistic efforts is the way forward to impact our culture today.”
Join us for a gospel presentation by Emilio Ramos, Dr James White of Aomin.org, and Paul Washer from Heart Cry Missionary Society, produced to serve as a tool to evangelize non-Christians with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Be sure to set a reminder and tune in on Thurs, Feb 24 at 9:30 pm ET/ 8:30 pm CT for Unpopular.
In celebration of President's Day, join us for two specials on Monday!
George Washington, Father of Our Country
No one person did more to help birth the United States of America than George Washington, our first president under the Constitution. Throughout his life, he was providentially spared to serve, and he recognized God's hand in the founding of the nation.
Set a reminder and join us on Monday, February 21 at 10 pm ET/ 9 pm CT for The Foundation of American Liberty: George Washington, Father of Our Country.
Wallbuilders: The Spiritual Heritage of The U.S. Capitol
Make plans to join us for a special presentation of Wallbuilders: The Spiritual Heritage of The U.S. Capitol on Monday, February 21 at 8 pm ET/ 7 pm CT.
Hosted by WallBuilders' founder David Barton, this private tour of America's Capitol reveals the spiritual significance of the structure's statues and artwork. Along with several historical reenactments, the presentation offers an exclusive look at some of the most notable events in American history.
Is social Darwinism a logical application of Darwin’s theory or a perversion of it?Tune in on Thursday, February 17 at 9 pm ET/ 8 pm CT to find out in this television special hosted by Todd Friel, featuring Discovery Institute Senior Fellows David Berlinski, Richard Weikart, and John West.
What Hath Darwin Wrought? investigates the shocking history of "social Darwinism" in America and Europe. You will learn about: The eugenics crusade against the "unfit", Darwin's connection to the Nazi genocide, and more.
Saturday mornings are for the kids! Gather your children or grandchildren beginning at 6 am ET through 10 am ET for faith based lessons with fun characters and stories. And this week, we will be introducing two new shows!
Starting this Saturday, Quigley's Village joins our lineup at 8 am ET/ 7 am CT. Quigley's Village teaches important lessons to help children learn & grow. . Each program has a Bible story that relates to the value.
Another new program, The Adventures From Ranger Joe also begins this Saturday at 9:30 am ET/ 8:30 am CT. A Park Ranger at a state park takes on some help from an eager young worker named Bobby. Together they get into crazy adventures. and Ranger Joe takes those opportunities to teach Bobby about the Bible and help him grow in his relationship with God
Also, some of the programs in the kids block will now be airing at different times. Please check the programming schedule for updated airtimes.
Make plans to join us beginning this Saturday at 12 pm ET/ 11 am CT for Steven Lawson Bible Studies.
Tune in weekly to watch Dr. Steven Lawson’s morning men's Bible study. On the debut episode, he unpacks the amazing richness of the first verse of the Apostle Paul's letter to the Romans.
Celebrate Christ's birth with special Christmas programming on NRBTV. Tell a friend and tune in for these faith-enriching broadcasts:
Prince of Peace
Sat, Dec 25 at 10:30 am ET
Relive the Christmas story in this fascinating 3D animation spectacular. See the story unfold as Mary and Joseph are visited by angels while Herod plots to erase any competition to his throne.
The birth of baby Jesus in that Bethlehem stable changed the world, and to this very day, men, women and children kneel to worship the One who is called the Prince of Peace.
Little Shepherd
Sat, Dec 25 at 11:00 am ET
This is the timeless story of Christmas and how the birth of Jesus transformed a little shepherd boy and every member of his family. Based on a tale by American author Anobel Armour, it blends a bit of whimsy with the poignant message of kindness, hope and love.
The Puzzle Club Christmas Mystery
Sat, Dec 25 at 11:30 am ET
It's Christmas, and some mysterious events have occurred which require some special investigative talents. The money for the city's holiday parade, the nativity figures in the city square and a little girl's father have all disappeared. The Puzzle Club, featuring Christopher, Korina and Alex, accept the case to find the father in time to return him to his family on Christmas.
A Parkside Christmas
Sat, Dec 25 at 12:00 pm ET
Enjoy the spectacular sounds of the season by watching A Parkside Christmas with Alistair Begg and musical guests Laura Story, Brenton Brown, Fernando Ortega, and Michael O'Brien.
The Nativity
Sat, Dec 25 at 1:00 pm ET
This colorful and inspirational adaptation of the greatest story every told follows the life of Jesus Christ from his birth through his childhood. As he grows into manhood, his special message is heard by many. However, not all become followers, and his life ends brutally. Watch and listen as this film takes you back to the places where it all began and hear the timeless words that yet today touch human hearts, challenge brilliant minds, and provide a plan for life today with the Master. His ultimate sacrifice, resurrection, and ascension into heaven have inspired millions to follow his teachings for over two thousand years.
No Ordinary Shepherd
Sat, Dec 25 at 2:30 pm ET
As the sun beams brightly on the hills surrounding Palestine, a young shepherd boy thoughtfully considers the significance of the day. The boy, crippled in a terrible accident, has always treasured his shepherd father's tale of that starlit night so many years before - a night filled with the wonder of angelic heralds and a tiny Bethlehem stable sheltering the chosen Messiah. Now, years after that sacred event, tales of Jesus of Nazareth's miraculous birth touch the young boy's faith. When he meets the gentle stranger in the hills - a man strangely familiar to him - the faithful young shepherd encounters a miracle of his own.
American Christmas Carol
Sat, Dec 25 at 3:00 pm ET
Join Paul Baloche, Jadon Lavik, Shannon Wexeburg, Lynn Whitty, Tim Janis and Ensemble and a fifty person choir for The American Christmas Carol performance. First a tribute to the carols we know and love, with stories of their origins and authors, The American Christmas Carol brings brand new Christmas carols that truly celebrate God's amazing love story of the birth of His Son Jesus.
Charting Christmas
Sat, Dec 25 at 4:00 pm ET
Why do we celebrate Christmas on December 25? How did Saint Nicholas become Santa Claus? Why do we have Christmas trees? Charting Christmas provides answers to these questions and many more as it explores the history of Christmas.
St. Nicholas: The Real Story
Sat, Dec 25 at 5:04 pm ET
Host Mark Wilson, a distinguished historian and archeologist travels not to the North Pole but to modern day Turkey and Italy where he uncovers clues that lead to the truth about the man behind the legend.
Census & The Star
Sat, Dec 25 at 6:00 pm ET
Explore the mysterious circumstances of Christ's birth in this captivating look at the first Christmas.
The Stableboy's Christmas
Sat, Dec 25 at 6:30 pm ET
10-year-old Tammy knocks over the stableboy in a creche under the Christmas tree. He comes to life and the retelling of the first Christmas begins.
Christmas Celebration Pensacola Christian College
Sat, Dec 25 at 6:30 pm ET
Rejoice in the Lord invites you to join us for an hour of inspirational music, and Bible preaching by Pastor Jeff Redlin, from Campus Church in Pensacola, Florida.
| May you and your family have a blessed Christmas season! We are so thankful for our viewers! Your continued support and prayers are helping us change lives through Christ-centered TV programming. |
| Click here to check our schedule to make sure you don’t miss any of our Christmas specials! Below are a few programs that air this week that you won't want to miss! |
The Nativity
Join us for a colorful and inspirational adaptation of the greatest story every told that follows the life of Jesus Christ from his birth through his childhood. As he grows into manhood, his special message is heard by many. However, not all become followers, and his life ends brutally. Watch and listen as this film takes you back to the places where it all began and hear the timeless words that yet today touch human hearts, challenge brilliant minds, and provide a plan for life today with the Master. His ultimate sacrifice, resurrection, and ascension into heaven have inspired millions to follow his teachings for over two thousand years.
You won't want to miss The Nativity on Wednesday, December 22 at 8:00 pm ET/ 7: 00 pm CT and again on Saturday, December 25 at 1:00 pm ET/ 12:00 pm CT.
No Ordinary Shepherd
| As the sun beams brightly on the hills surrounding Palestine, a young shepherd boy thoughtfully considers the significance of the day. The boy, crippled in a terrible accident, has always treasured his shepherd father's tale of that starlit night so many years before - a night filled with the wonder of angelic heralds and a tiny Bethlehem stable sheltering the chosen Messiah. Now, years after that sacred event, tales of Jesus of Nazareth's miraculous birth touch the young boy's faith. When he meets the gentle stranger in the hills - a man strangely familiar to him - the faithful young shepherd encounters a miracle of his own. |
| Set a reminder and join us on Wednesday, December 22 at 9:30 pm ET/ 8:30 pm CT and again Saturday, December 25 at 2:30 pm ET/1:30 pm CT for No Ordinary Shepherd. |
InGrace: Bethlehem's Tower (Part 2)
Experience the life of Christ like never before with Part 2 of Quentin Road Baptist Church's Christmas Pageant.
Make plans to tune in on Thursday, December 23 at 9:00 pm ET/ 8:00 pm CT to hear the second part of this spectacular Christmas musical.
As we enter in the Christmas season, we encourage you to remember the true reason for the season. Celebrate the birth, life, death, and resurrection of our Savior. He was born to die for our sins and paid the ultimate price for us.
Throughout the month of December, we will be airing Christmas programs that will help you prepare your hearts this Christmas. Check our schedule often to make sure you don’t miss any! Below are a couple of programs that air this week that you won't want to miss!
InGrace: Bethlehem’s Tower
Experience Christmas like never before with Part 1 of Quentin Road Baptist Church's Christmas Pageant. This spectacular Christmas musical will help you experience the only true joy of the Christmas season.
Tune in on Thursday, December 16 at 9:00 pm ET/ 8:00 pm CT to hear uplifting Christmas songs all pointing to Creator God and the true meaning of Christmas.
Charting Christmas
Why do we celebrate Christmas on December 25? How did Saint Nicholas become Santa Claus? Why do we have Christmas trees? Charting Christmas provides answers to these questions and many more as it explores the history of Christmas.
Filmed on location in the Holy Land and the United Kingdom, this documentary traces the origins of Christmas traditions beginning with the biblical prophecies concerning the Messiah and the New Testament accounts of His birth. See how Christmas celebrations evolved through the ages and were influenced by notable figures and entities.
Set a reminder and join us on Thursday, December 16 at 9:20 pm ET/ 8:20 pm CT to find out more about the origins of Christmas and why we celebrate Christmas as we do today.
Children's Christmas Programming Continues
Join us Saturday mornings in December for children's Christmas programming.
Experience Christmas through the eyes of a child with these faith-based lessons and fun characters. Tune in with your children or grandchildren on Saturday mornings beginning at 6 am ET/ 5 am CT through 10 am ET/ 9 am CT.
From coast to coast, border to border, pro-life leaders and activists joined together on Sunday evening, November 28 for a national prayer gathering hosted by Family Research Council. Pray Together for Life took place at New Horizon Church in Jackson, Mississippi, home of the pro-life law at issue in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, three days before the U.S. Supreme Court hears oral arguments in the case. For decades, pro-life Americans have prayed and worked to see the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the 1973 decision that legalized abortion on demand through all nine months of pregnancy. The forthcoming decision in the Dobbs case could be the one that sends Roe to the dustbin of history.
Tuesday, November 30 at 8PM ET/ 7PM CT, only on NRBTV, you can join these leaders once more to pray in preparation for this case hearing. Encourage your friends and family to watch and pray with us!
Join us starting Saturday, November 27 and Saturdays in December for children's Christmas programming!
Gather your children or grandchildren and tune in on Saturday mornings beginning at 6 am ET/ 5 am CT through 10 am ET/ 9 am CT for faith-based lessons with fun characters and stories.
Gather your family and tune in for special Thanksgiving programming!
The Pilgrims
Explore the journey of faith of the men and women who founded Plymouth, Massachusetts for the sake of religious freedom. 2021 marks the 400th anniversary of the first Thanksgiving
Tune in on Monday, November 22 at 8 pm ET/ 7 pm CT to find out more about the Pilgrim story and why it still matters today on The Pilgrims.
Joy Of Music: Words And Music Of Thanksgiving
Join us Monday, November 22 at 9 pm ET/ 8 pm CT to celebrate Thanksgiving with Diane Bish as she plays hymns of thanks from churches and cathedrals around the world. Musical selections include: “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing”, “Praise the Lord with Drums & Cymbals”, “A New Song”, Handel’s “Largo”, “All Things Bright & Beautiful”, “Come Ye Thankful People Come”, and “Amen Chorus”.
Pilgrim's Progress
Back by popular demand! Pilgrim's Progress returns starting Tuesday and will continue Wednesday and Thursday, and conclude Friday evening.
Air times are as follows:
Pilgrim's Progress is the nationally acclaimed and loved spiritual allegory written in 1628 by the brilliant author John Bunyan. Having sold more copies than any other book in history (second only to the Bible), Pilgrim's Progress has been brought to life in this docudrama, shot on location in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
Starting Tuesday, November 17 at 11:30 am ET/ 10:30 am ET, Life! with Bella joins our lineup! Watch Bella Victor each week as she shares life-changing truths found in the Word of God. Bella has a heart to reach viewers with practical teachings that lead people to a closer relationship with God.
Starting Monday, October 4, Washington Watch with Tony Perkins will be joining our afternoon lineup.
Join host Tony Perkins as he discusses current issues and frequently conducts interviews with members of Congress and prominent pro-family leaders from across the nation presenting perspectives on government activity that directly affect our faith, family and religious freedoms.
Make plans to tune in weekdays at 5 pm ET to watch the live broadcast and tell a friend.
Starting next week, you will notice several changes to our lineup. These updates are listed below.
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Visit our program schedule for a complete list of programs and airtimes.
20 years ago, America was attacked. This tragic day was also an opportunity for a heaven-sent rescue. Retired Marine Staff Sergeant David W. Karnes finally tells his amazing and dramatic story of finding two survivors in the World Trade Centers tangled wreckage. This is an amazing story of a man God had been preparing his whole life for 9/11.
Make plans to tune in Friday, September 10 at 10 pm ET/ 9 pm CT for InGrace Special: A Heaven Sent Rescue.
Starting this Thursday, we begin an 8-part docudrama series about the early Christian Church in North Africa, its great leaders, teachers, and martyrs. Meet these faithful Christians from the first five centuries of church history who set a high standard for future generations by sacrificing for Jesus Christ during intense persecution from the Roman Empire and others.
Be sure to tune in for Vision Video Showcase: Lost Legacy Reclaimed beginning Thursday, September 9 at 8:30 pm ET/ 7:30 pm CT.
Dive into an adventure of a lifetime and discover God’s majestic design with this exciting 4-part series. Journey to the Florida Keys with Jim Scudder, Jr. and PhD marine biologist Dr. Robert Carter as they explore the wonders of the deep without the false teachings of evolution. Your kids and grandkids will love this close-up with all of the wonderful sea creatures and beautiful coral.
Be sure to tune in for this four part series, InGrace Special: Exploring God's Ocean, beginning Thursday, September 2 at 10:30 pm ET/ 9:30 pm CT.
We are excited to announce new programs have been added to our lineup. They are as follows:
Bethlehem College & Seminary- Words to Live By
Do you have a ‘Life Verse?' Staff and graduates of Bethlehem College & Seminary were asked to choose a Biblical text that has been especially meaningful to them for this powerful and often poignant ten-part series: “Words to Live By.”
Be sure to tune in for Bethlehem College & Seminary- Words to Live By, starting Saturday, August 14 at 5:30 pm ET/ 4:30 pm CT.
C.S. Lewis Institute Programs: Women's Apologetics Conference
We face many challenges in our attempts to tell others about Jesus. Mocking memes and profoundly ignorant quips on social media have shaped the beliefs of many when it comes to Christianity. But Amy Orr-Ewing and Jana Harmon remind us that truth is on our side on C.S. Lewis Institute Programs: Women's Apologetics Conference.
Make plans to join us for this encouraging five part series beginning this Saturday at 7:00 pm ET/ 6:00 pm CT.
Wallbuilders: Foundations of Freedom
Starting Thursday, August 19 at 8:00 pm ET/ 7:00 pm CT, rediscover the vision, passion, and wisdom of those who laid the foundation of our nation in the Foundations of Freedom series from Wallbuilders.
Join David Barton with special guests Glenn Beck, Congresswoman Michele Bachmann, constitutional expert Rick Green, and law professor Dr. Carol M. Swain as they explore the America our Founding Fathers envisioned. From the formation of American law and the judicial system to biblically-based economics, science, government, and more, discover how our Founding Fathers used the Bible as a blueprint for America’s freedoms and build your faith in our nation’s future.
Starting this week, you will notice several changes to our lineup. These updates are listed below.
Changes beginning this week:
Wednesdays:
• Watch Therefore with Dov Schwarz (additional airing)- 4:30 pm ET
Thursdays:
• Billy Graham TV Classics- 4:30 pm ET
• Road Trip to Truth- 10:00 pm ET
Changes beginning next week:
Mondays:
•Truth for a New Generation (additional airing)- 9:30 pm ET
Tuesdays:
•Kingdoms in Konflict- 7:30 pm ET
Wednesdays:
•CrossPolitic- 7:00 pm ET
•Wrath and Grace Radio- 7:30 pm ET
Fridays:
•Dream Church Live (with Isik Abla)- 11:00 am ET
Visit our program schedule for a complete list of programs and airtimes.
Father and son, Gilbert and Simon Lennox, discuss their personal family experiences of growing up in a Christian home and the vital topic of the importance of teaching the next generation to read and understand the Word of God.
Make plans to join us for a special presentation of A Conversation with Gilbert & Simon Lennox on Thursday, July 8 at 9:00 pm ET/ 8:00 pm CT.
We are excited to announce new programs have been added to our lineup. They are as follows:
Why Do You Believe?
Why should anyone believe the Christian worldview is actually true? Christians are called to combat false ideas that stand in the way of the Gospel (2 Cor. 10:5; 1 Peter 3:15). But how do you evangelize the lost and equip the saints in a post-Christian, even hostile society? Are you ready?
Tune in Wednesdays at 10 pm ET/ 9 pm CT to find out more on Why Do You Believe? from Southern Evangelical Seminary.
We The People
Travel back in time through the eyes of America's unsung patriots to experience the trials and victories that have formed our nation's destiny and secure the blessings of liberty for future generations. Includes six programs.
Join us on Thursdays at 8:00 pm ET/ 7:00 pm CT to learn more about our nation's history in the informative 6-part series, We the People!
Justin Peters: Spiritual Warfare
The reality of Spiritual Warfare is very different from many modern teachings made popular by the Church today. Justin Peters and Jim Osman begin an 8-part series with a topical overview, and also emphasize the sufficiency of the Bible.
Watch Justin Peters: Spiritual Warfare on Thursdays at 10:30 pm ET/ 9:30 pm CT.
Freedom Alive!
Be inspired, equipped & empowered to defend our faith & freedoms. Each week on Freedom Alive!, we'll alert you to new government overreaches & update you on existing battles. We'll tell you about the victories people of faith are winning and how you, too, can fight back and get involved to keep your freedom alive.
Set a reminder and tune in weekly starting Monday, July 12 at 4:30 pm ET/ 3:30 pm CT for Freedom Alive!
We are excited to bring you two new specials this week.
Voice of the Martyrs: Tortured for Christ
Fourteen years in a communist prison couldn't break his faith! The Voice of the Martyrs presents Tortured for Christ, a cinematic retelling of VOM founder Pastor Richard Wurmbrand's testimony as written in his international bestselling book. Filmed entirely in Romania, including inside one of the prisons where Pastor Wurmbrand endured torture and solitary confinement, this powerful film will challenge every viewer to consider what it means to truly sacrifice for following Jesus Christ.
You won't want to miss this special presentation of Tortured for Christ on Thursday, June 3 at 9 pm ET/ 8 pm CT!
Ronald Reagan: A Man of Faith
This year marks the 40th anniversary of one of our most consequential presidents - Ronald Reagan. Many people associate President Reagan with the end of the Cold War – and rightfully so – but they’re less familiar with what drove him to bring an end to communism in Eastern Europe. It was his Christian faith.
Ronald Reagan: A Man of Faith is a beautifully crafted documentary that will reveal the depth of our former president’s faith and how his unique and consequential life helped change the course of history.
Through never-before-seen interviews with some of the people that knew Reagan best – including Ed Meese and Michael Reagan, with additional commentary from Gov. Scott Walker, Ronald Reagan: Man of Faith provides a unique look at our former president’s beliefs and the transatlantic friendship that brought down the Berlin Wall.
Set a reminder and tune in for a special airing of Ronald Reagan: Man of Faith on Friday at 10 pm ET/ 9 pm CT.
Starting Saturday, June 5 at 10:30 pm ET/ 9:30 pm CT, a series from CBN News, Going The Distance joins our lineup.
Veteran Sports journalist Shawn Brown takes a look at the lives of some of the most successful athletes and coaches in the world both on and off the field highlighting their approach to success.
