Brevis Talk Podcast
MW Whiteside
Subscribe
In season 2, I tell stories about my visits to maximum security prisons and death rows. Jesus Christ is the message and focus.
Available episodes
Newest first
Oldest first
5 days ago
The 1st Execution
In this episode I tell the story of the first execution that I have witnessed. All these years later, I'm troubled about the inmate's soul.
playlist_add
May 22, 2023
Mild, Mild Bill
In this episode I tell of a recently saved man who has spent most of his life incarcerated. He is now 70 years old, and his life is truly a demonstration of the love, grace, and power of God.
playlist_add
May 7, 2023
A Most Dangerous Man
playlist_add
Apr 23, 2023
The Despicable One
In this episode I tell the story of an inmate who committed one of the most disgusting crimes that I've ever encountered. There was grace, grace enough, and grace more than enough to change this evil man.
The gospel is truly beyond completely describing, and defining. The gospel is the power of the gospel is the greatest message ever proclaimed. The Lord can save from uttermost to guttermost.
playlist_add
Apr 17, 2023
The Laughter of Fools
In this episode, I speak of two inmates who I was never able to have a serious conversation with concerning eternity and their need for Christ.
playlist_add
Apr 4, 2023
Broken Minds, Part 2
In this episode, I tell about a few more inmates whose minds were broken.
playlist_add
Mar 29, 2023
Inside the Minds of Death Row Inmates Interview
This episode is my interview with Robert Riggs of True Crime Reporter. Mr Riggs is a veteran reporter whose career has spanned 40 plus years, including covering the Reagan White House and being embedded with American troops during war.
Inside the Minds of Death Row Inmates:A Terrifying Journey Into Evil
https://www.truecrimereporter.com/episodes/inside-the-minds-of-death-row-inmates-a-terrifying-journey-into-evil/
playlist_add
Mar 19, 2023
Broken Minds
In this episode I will introduce you to Len and Jess. These 2 inmates are broken in mind.
playlist_add
Mar 5, 2023
Family Tradition
In this episode I introduce you to a young man who was keeping the "Family Tradition" going.
playlist_add
Feb 21, 2023
Good Hair and Skinny
In this episode, I introduce you to two inmates that I often think about.
playlist_add
Feb 5, 2023
The Habitual Inmate
On this episode I tell the story of the first person that I ever visited in a jail or prison setting. All these years later this person continues to stay in trouble.
playlist_add
Jan 15, 2023
Questions?
In this episode I try to answer a couple of questions that you've asked.
playlist_add
Jan 1, 2023
The Vampire Killer
This is a gruesome and horrible story concerning a murder. This episode have subject matter that may not be suitable for all audience. It is certainly not a story that a child should hear.
playlist_add
Nov 27, 2022
Not Too Random
In this episode I tell a bit about upcoming episodes, and asking the question "what will you do with Jesus?"
Also, I share my thoughts about the only program that will transform the incarcerated and those in the free world.
playlist_add
Nov 13, 2022
The Militant
In this episode I tell the story of an angry militant inmate. He did not profess faith in Christ, I'm sorry to say.
He heard the gospel(good news) of Jesus Christ, but he rejected it.
playlist_add
Nov 6, 2022
The Disciple
The inmate that I am speaking of in this episode was a diligent and obedient student of God's Word. His life and walk with Christ continues to encourage and challenge me.
playlist_add
Oct 30, 2022
Edward's Curse
In today's episode I tell about Edward an inmate who, early in his life, was told what his future would be.
playlist_add
Oct 23, 2022
The Powerhouses of God
In this episode I tell the stories of two inmates that have been greatly used by God in His service. These men have led many to Christ and discipled them.
playlist_add
Oct 16, 2022
A True Friend
This podcast is a continuation of the previous episode. A friend cares about a friend. A Christian cares about the salvation of others.
playlist_add
Oct 9, 2022
I Want To Know Christ
playlist_add
Oct 2, 2022
The Dirtbag
A death row inmate described himself as a "dirtbag." He lived a life that was often a train wreck for those who came into contact with him. Several years before his execution, he came to Christ. And He lived a life that glorified Christ. During the last months of his life, he asked me to tell his story.
playlist_add
Sep 25, 2022
The Pool of Bitterness
In this episode I tell of my encounters with an inmate who was fueled by bitterness. It controlled every aspect and action of his life.
Exodus 15:22-23; Hebrews 12:15
playlist_add
Sep 18, 2022
Slow To Anger
I tell about teaching an anger management class.
Proverbs 16:32; Proverbs 27:4; Ecclesiastes 7:9; Galatians 5:20; James 1:19-20
playlist_add
Sep 14, 2022
The Wild One
playlist_add
Sep 11, 2022
Going To Prison
I take you into a maximum security prison where I try to describe the prison and some of the tasks of the inmates.
playlist_add
Sep 4, 2022
The Kid
I share the story of a 17 year old who landed on death row.
playlist_add
Aug 28, 2022
Wesley
Today's Brevis Talk is about an inmate that I knew for many years (17). He is with the Lord now. Despite many challenges in his life, he was a witness for Christ.
playlist_add
Aug 21, 2022
The Incorrigible One
Today we speak about my encounter with an individual who seems to be hell bent on being hell bound.
playlist_add
Aug 14, 2022
The Hole, Etc.
In a bit of a rambling storyline, I tell about a man who couldn't stay out of the "hole," trying the loaf, and God's guidance.
playlist_add
Aug 7, 2022
The Tale of Two Old Men
There were 2 old men living next to one another in a maximum security prison. They were both serving life sentences for murder. One of them trusted the Lord for his salvation. The other had a hard heart and never humbled himself.
playlist_add
Aug 1, 2022
The Lord Changes Monsters
I recount a small portion of the strangest man I’ve ever met. He said of himself, “I’m a monster.” His life was turbulent and violent. The Lord Jesus Christ pierced the dark demonic life that he lived.
playlist_add
Nov 29, 2021
Cooperate With The Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit leads the Christian. We must listen and obey. The story of Philip and the Ethiopian official is a beautiful picture of obedience and the fruit that comes from it.
playlist_add
Nov 22, 2021
Unaware of Riches
A west Texas farmer struggled with the land in his efforts to provide for his family. He was a man of few possessions. Then, a gentleman visited his farm and spoke to him about exploratory drilling for oil. Oil was found on the farmer's property and it provided for him.
The farmer was wealthy all along. The oil belonged to him, but he was unaware of it. Many believers are unaware of their riches in the Lord.
We are rich in Christ Jesus! Ephesians 1 reads like the description of a title deed.
playlist_add
Nov 15, 2021
Say It Well
playlist_add
Nov 10, 2021
A Wrong Assessment
playlist_add
Oct 25, 2021
Renewal of the Mind
Romans 12:2
playlist_add
Oct 4, 2021
Be Not Conformed to this World
Romans 12:2a tells us not to be conformed to this world.
playlist_add
Sep 22, 2021
Rich In Christ, Part 2
playlist_add
Sep 19, 2021
Rich In Christ, Part 1
playlist_add
Sep 13, 2021
Play Ball, Live Life
Life lessons from the game of baseball.
playlist_add
Sep 5, 2021
Seven Times
Seven times a day I will praise you because of your righteous judgments - Psalm 119:164.
playlist_add
Aug 30, 2021
His Disciple
The last statement from one of followers of Jesus Christ.
playlist_add
Aug 23, 2021
Evidences of Revival
Nehemiah 8
playlist_add
Aug 19, 2021
The "I am" Declarations
playlist_add
Aug 8, 2021
The Mighty Word of God
...the word of God, which effectively works in you who believe - 1 Thessalonians 2:13
playlist_add
Jul 22, 2021
What More Could I Have Done?
playlist_add
Jul 10, 2021
CT Studd
playlist_add
Jun 23, 2021
John Harper
playlist_add
May 26, 2021
How To Get To Heaven
playlist_add
May 17, 2021
Mutual Kindness
playlist_add
May 12, 2021
I Plead for Mercy
playlist_add
May 10, 2021
The Second Coming
playlist_add
May 5, 2021
The Love of God
playlist_add
May 3, 2021
In Pursuit
playlist_add
Apr 28, 2021
That's my King!
playlist_add
Apr 26, 2021
Upon This Rock
playlist_add
Apr 19, 2021
Press On
playlist_add
Apr 14, 2021
The Dance of Fools
playlist_add
Apr 7, 2021
Side by Side
playlist_add
Mar 29, 2021
Peace, peace; when there is no peace.
playlist_add
Mar 24, 2021
The Power of Music
playlist_add
Mar 22, 2021
Repentance
playlist_add
Mar 17, 2021
Harden Not Your Heart
playlist_add
Mar 14, 2021
Trauma and Grief, Helping Others
playlist_add
Mar 10, 2021
Running the Race
playlist_add
Mar 8, 2021
Jesus Is All I Need
playlist_add
Mar 3, 2021
False Security
playlist_add
Feb 27, 2021
A Purpose and a Choice
playlist_add
Feb 24, 2021
House Or Tent?
playlist_add
Feb 22, 2021
Through The Valley Of Death
playlist_add
Feb 17, 2021
God Leads His Children
playlist_add
Feb 15, 2021
Value Life
playlist_add
Feb 10, 2021
Life Lessons from Proverbs
playlist_add
Feb 7, 2021
Wandering In The Wilderness
playlist_add
Feb 3, 2021
Jeopardy
playlist_add
Jan 27, 2021
Tackling The Bible
playlist_add
Jan 27, 2021
Leaving the 99
playlist_add
Jan 24, 2021
Out of the Depths
playlist_add
Jan 20, 2021
The Blood of Jesus
playlist_add
Jan 18, 2021
The God Who Is Now
playlist_add
Jan 13, 2021
Virtue
playlist_add
Jan 10, 2021
True Salvation
playlist_add
Jan 5, 2021
God's Final Answer
playlist_add
Jan 4, 2021
Your Worldview
playlist_add
Dec 30, 2020
The Sin of Prayerlessness
playlist_add
Dec 27, 2020
Be A Berean
playlist_add
Dec 23, 2020
Inadequately Adequate
playlist_add
Dec 20, 2020
The Embrace
playlist_add
Dec 18, 2020
Born A Second Time
Are there two types of Christians? What is a born again Christian?
playlist_add
Dec 16, 2020
Let Us Adore Him
playlist_add
Dec 14, 2020
The Grieving Christian
Christians do grieve, but they grieve with hope and confidence.
playlist_add
Dec 11, 2020
Don't Envy The Wicked
Don't envy the wicked. They are on a slippery slope and will one day fall.
playlist_add
Dec 9, 2020
Some Won't Hear
Some will not hear the message of the Lord. Keep proclaiming and leave the results to God.
playlist_add
Dec 6, 2020
The Sound of Silence
playlist_add
Dec 4, 2020
Truth Is A Person
John 8:32 &36 tell us that we truth will set us free. John 14:6 tells us that the truth that is being spoken of is a person.
playlist_add
Dec 2, 2020
Truth: Your Response?
What is your response to God's truth?
playlist_add
Nov 29, 2020
Thank You Holy Spirit
Thank you Holy Spirit for your conviction and guidance in life.
playlist_add
Nov 27, 2020
The Holy Spirit After Salvation
The work of the Holy Spirit after we have been saved continues in our lives.
playlist_add
Nov 25, 2020
The Holy Spirit in Our Salvation
The initial ministry of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
playlist_add
Nov 22, 2020
The Name of the Lord
We don't put our trust in military might, technology or intellectual might, but we trust in the Name of the Lord our God.
playlist_add
Nov 20, 2020
A Ditch Is A Ditch
playlist_add
Nov 18, 2020
The Gift and the Giver
The Giver came not only to giver eternal life, but life more abundantly.
playlist_add
Nov 15, 2020
Binding Up The Strongman
playlist_add
Nov 13, 2020
J.O.Y.
The acronym J-O-Y is expounded upon.
playlist_add
Nov 11, 2020
When Trouble Has The Wheel
Let trouble drive you to the Lord and a deeper walk with Him.
playlist_add
Nov 9, 2020
Don't Show Favoritism
God doesn't show partiality and we shouldn't, either. (James 2:1-4,9)
playlist_add
Nov 5, 2020
The Gospel Preacher
The gospel preacher is called by God to herald the good news of God which is the message of Jesus Christ.
playlist_add
Nov 4, 2020
Search and Rescue
Jesus was on a search and rescue mission from heaven to earth. That was the reason He came to earth; to die in our place for our sins.
playlist_add
Nov 2, 2020
Traveling Light
When Jesus called his disciples and He sent them out, they were instructed not to take a full case of luggage. They were to travel light.
playlist_add
Oct 30, 2020
Destruction From Within
Destruction from within oftentimes goes unnoticed until it is too late. The example of the fall of the Roman Empire is a good case study.
playlist_add
Oct 28, 2020
What's Right With the Church?
playlist_add
Oct 26, 2020
There Are Doers And There Are Critics
There are those who do the work and there are those who critique and criticize. But who are the critics? Do you remember the names of the critics through history or do you remember the names of those who accomplished things?
The Finnish composer, John Sibelius remarked "Remember, a statue has never been set up in honor of a critic."
playlist_add
Oct 23, 2020
And A Selfish Man Was He
Isaiah the prophet tells Hezekiah(Isaiah 39) that calamity and judgment will not come in his lifetime. This pleases Hezekiah who says this word is good.
playlist_add
Oct 21, 2020
The Blessed Book That Blesses
The psalmist says that his delight is in the word of the Lord. We, too, should read and meditate on God's word.
playlist_add
Oct 19, 2020
Taking the Name of God in Vain
Exodus 20:7 admonishes us not to take the name of God in vain. Could there be a more expanded definition of what it means to take God's name in vain?
playlist_add
Oct 16, 2020
The Hunter and the Hunted
Saul, the hunter, pursues believers in Christ and then finds himself to be the hunted.
playlist_add
Oct 14, 2020
An Echo In My Soul
Years ago, in our church fellowship, there was a Christian gentleman who closed all of his public prayers with Psalm 19:14. I still hear his words as he quotes the psalmist. The words continue to echo in my soul.
playlist_add
Oct 12, 2020
Shortsighted?
We can only see so far in this life. We see in part, but God sees the whole picture. When He gives us a signal, it is wise to obey it. (2 Peter 1:9)
playlist_add
Oct 9, 2020
Practicing Atheists
There are two types of atheists: those who are professing atheists that would suggest that there is no God or deity and those who say that believe in God, but live as if He doesn't exist.
playlist_add
Oct 7, 2020
Listen, Linger, Lie Down
Psalm 1:1 speaks to us about a life that is blessed because of what it doesn't do.
playlist_add
Oct 5, 2020
71mph Sins
The boundary is clear. I've gone past the boundary, but everyone is doing it and it's not hurting anyone.
playlist_add
Oct 2, 2020
This is the day I will...
Psalm 118:24 says that this is the day that the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad in it.
playlist_add
Sep 30, 2020
He Knows My Name
Psalm 139 tells us that God is intimately acquainted with us.
playlist_add
Sep 28, 2020
The Deflectors
It is often human nature to deflect and blame others for our sins and shortcoming. We need to "come clean" if we are ever to have victory and overcome these areas of our lives.
playlist_add
Sep 25, 2020
Double Addressed
God speaks His message in such a way that it gets to us. There are examples of Him double addressing some as recorded in the New Testament. (Matthew 23:37; Luke 10:41-42; Acts 9:4)
playlist_add
Sep 23, 2020
It's All About Me!
Self absorbed. Self focused. Self. Self. It's all about me. That is the perspective of some, even in the church house. Jesus said to follow Him meant denying self and taking up the cross. This is not taught in many churches, but it is in God's word,...
playlist_add
Sep 21, 2020
Believing Is Seeing
Bartimaeus has an encounter with Jesus. Mark 10:46-52
playlist_add
Sep 18, 2020
Seems right-Feels right-Is it?
It seems to be right. If feels right. Follow your conscience, isn't that what you should do?Proverbs 14:12; 16:25.
playlist_add
Sep 16, 2020
The Wonderment of God
The heavens declare the glory of God. Do you see and observe? Are you in awe of God and His creation? Psalm 19:11
playlist_add
Sep 14, 2020
Living All Your Days
Caleb is 85 years old when he takes on a new adventure in his journey of life. We are not old, unless we think of ourselves as old. (Joshua 14:7,10; Proverbs 23:7)
playlist_add
Sep 11, 2020
Remember, Lest We Forget
Let us never forget that terrible day, when we were attacked as a nation, September11, 2001.
playlist_add
Sep 9, 2020
Unplugged?
Are you plugged into the source and strength of the Christian Life. Or perhaps, you've become unplugged?
playlist_add
Sep 7, 2020
BE READY!!!
An admonition from the Bible and a good practice in life is to BE READY. BE SAVED. Mt 24:44; Luke 12:40 - Therefore you also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect. BE PROCLAIMING.2 Timothy 4:2 - Preach the word! Be...
playlist_add
Sep 4, 2020
Where Are My Sins?
playlist_add
Sep 2, 2020
The Wounded Traveler
This story is based upon the parable in Luke 10 about the Good Samaritan.
playlist_add
Aug 31, 2020
No Rules...Just Right
No boundaries. There are those who would want out society to removes all of its rules. I call this Outback Theology. It is a theological belief system from the standpoint that it wants to remove God and His commandments(rules) from our lives and...
playlist_add
Aug 29, 2020
Attitude...Altitude...Gratitude
Attitude a poem by Charles Swindoll "The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances, than failures,...
playlist_add
Aug 26, 2020
The Gated Community
Matthew 7:13-14 says - Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who...
playlist_add
Aug 22, 2020
The writing...then the eraser.
The graphite pencil was invented in 1565. The eraser came along in 1770---205 years later. Do you think that all writing ceased when individuals realized that they made mistakes and there was no means to remove them? Absolutely not! We make mistakes as...
playlist_add
Aug 20, 2020
Ask The Right Question
Romans 12:2 - Are we asking the right question? Ask "who should I be," rather than "what should I do." "What should I do" will fall into place if our priority is on "who should I be."
playlist_add
Aug 19, 2020
The Quilt
Romans 8:28 tells us that there are some things that we should know. One of them is that God is in control. All things work together(the good, the bad, and the ugly) for GOOD. Our viewpoint here on earth is incomplete. Consider the story of THE QUILT.
playlist_add
Aug 18, 2020
New Coke And Other Flops
Do you remember New Coke? Or, how about the Edsel? They were rolled out to be something new and ahead of the competition. They became colossal failures.Jeremiah 6:16 states "Thus says the Lord, Stand in the ways and see, And ask for the old paths, where...
playlist_add
Aug 14, 2020
Storm tell...
Storms are great teachers. There are lessons that we can learn from them. In the midst of a storm, it is important to remember the promise of God that “I will never leave you or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5).”
playlist_add
Aug 14, 2020
Yearning
2 Corinthians 5:1-8, There is a yearning for all Christians to go home to be with the Lord. We are currently in temporary bodies and will one day will be clothed with immortal bodies. In the here and now, we walk by faith and not by sight.
playlist_add
Aug 13, 2020
The Fool
Psalm 14:1; 53:1 - The fool has said in his heart...
playlist_add
Aug 13, 2020
Pouring Out
Episode #23 - August 14, 2020Romans 5:5; 2 Kings 4:1-6 - We are to pour into others lives as God has poured into ours.
playlist_add
Aug 12, 2020
Your Final Exam
2 Corinthians 13:5, Are you ready for your final exam? The Lord, through the apostle Paul, asks us to "examine ourselves" to whether we are in the faith.
playlist_add
Aug 10, 2020
Lessons From Some Jars(vessels)
Episode #22 - August 10, 20202 Kings 4:1-6; 2 Timothy 2:21 - The location and position of the jars is very important. We are “clay jars” and our location and position is also very important.
playlist_add
Aug 9, 2020
Why Call Me Lord?
Episode #21, August 9, 2020Luke 6:46, Why do you call Me Lord and do not do what I tell you to do? Do you look at Jesus as a figurehead with no authority in your life, or is He your Lord; the boss of your life?
playlist_add
Aug 9, 2020
Grace Precedes Truth
Episode #19, August 9, 2020John 1:14, 17 - Grace precedes truth (John 1:14, 17). In these verses, we see that the word "grace" comes before the word "truth." Let us consider the necessity to "grace" people and hear them(letting them tell their life...
playlist_add
Aug 9, 2020
Looking To Jesus
Episode #20, August 9, 2020Hebrews 12:1-2, We are called to complete the endurance race of Christian living. Our forward goal is keeping our eyes upon Jesus.
playlist_add
Aug 5, 2020
Air Preachers
Pitiful Piddling Peddler Prophets Propagating Prevarications - A puffed up message title about a puffed up group of people; the false prophets. Jeremiah speaks of them often as “prophesying lies.” They are motivated by popularity and financial gain. The...
playlist_add
Aug 1, 2020
From Duty To Delight
Psalm 40:8, Delight yourself in the Lord. We can serve God out of a sense of duty and the tasks will be completed. Yet, there is a higher call and that is to be delighted in the service of the Lord.It is a privilege to serve the Lord and we should be...
playlist_add
Aug 1, 2020
Very Average Messengers
Acts 4:13 - The disciples were very common and average men. As they appeared before the Sadducees, it was obvious that they had been with Jesus. God is not looking for ability. He is looking for availability.
playlist_add
Aug 1, 2020
Losing Your First Love
August 8, 2020Revelation 2:3-4, You can be a good person and a commendable Christian who is active in the church. However, have you lost your first love? The church at Ephesus was commended for their service, but challenged for leaving their...
playlist_add
Aug 1, 2020
"Ole Scratch"
Romans 8:26, Praying. The story of the little terrier who knew how to get the door open. We don't know how to pray as we ought. We have many weaknesses, but God has given One to help us pray.
playlist_add
Jul 31, 2020
The Full Man
We have our super heroes - Superman, Spiderman, Batman...However, these are all fictional characters. There is a man whose life stands out. He seems to be "full" as the Scripture describes his life in the book of Acts.
playlist_add
Jul 31, 2020
Muted Canines
The prophets(watchdogs) have become silent. The word of the Lord speaks of this in Isaiah 56:10.
playlist_add
Jul 31, 2020
Plain Speak Theology
The Transcendence and Immanence of God.
playlist_add
Jul 31, 2020
These Twins
In 2 Kings 5, we see a couple of twins that are always together.
playlist_add
Jul 31, 2020
Horizontal And Vertical Vision
Sit down in this Old Testament story and feel the fear, hear the taunting, and see the formidable opponent that the people of God faced.
playlist_add
Jul 31, 2020
Jesus: A Supplement, He Is Not
You are not to add Jesus to your life as an enhancer, like a supplement. He gives us new life. We are dead in our trespasses and sins.
playlist_add
Jul 31, 2020
Counterfeits And Discernment
2 Corinthians 11 warns us of the false narratives that face believers. We must be wise and discerning in matters of the faith.
playlist_add
Jul 31, 2020
Dr Law and Dr Grace
Law identifies and shows us our problem. Grace takes out our old sinful heart of flesh and gives us a new one.
playlist_add
Jul 30, 2020
Recipe For Revival
2 Chronicles 7:14 - When a nation has lost its way.
playlist_add
Jul 30, 2020
No Loopholes
No Loopholes. John 14:6
playlist_add
Jul 30, 2020
Meekness Is Not Weakness
Matthew 5:5 speaks of meekness, which is perhaps one of the most misunderstood words in Scripture.
playlist_add
Jul 30, 2020
God Gave Them Over...
Romans 1 tells us of a society that God gives us over to their own desires.
playlist_add