The Verdict with Pastor John Munro Podcast
Religion & Spirituality Podcasts
What’s your verdict? Join Pastor John Munro for daily Bible study where he offers clear, insightful Bible teaching that will challenge you to come to your own verdict! And don’t miss Avizandum, his weekly podcast commenting on timely issues and...
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What’s your verdict? Join Pastor John Munro for daily Bible study where he offers clear, insightful Bible teaching that will challenge you to come to your own verdict! And don’t miss Avizandum, his weekly podcast commenting on timely issues and topics. Learn more and find more resources at theverdict.org.
Language:
English
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melissas@rkmedia.co
Episodes
Absent But Always Present, Pt. 2
5/1/2026
When your circumstances seem dire, and life feels totally out of control, what do you do? On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro is discussing three final lessons from the book of Esther that will encourage you no matter what your situation.
Duration:00:25:00
Absent But Always Present, Pt. 1
4/30/2026
The story of Esther is a fascinating real-life drama that took place in Ancient Persia. But what can we take away from the life of this young queen and the thrilling events that have unfolded? On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro shares three important lessons that we can apply to our own lives.
Duration:00:25:00
Celebration and Remembrance, Pt. 2
4/29/2026
Have you ever heard of the Feast of Purim? It’s a Jewish feast observed to this day to celebrate how God delivered the people of Israel from the threat of extinction. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro explores this celebration of God’s faithfulness, and how it points us to the victory of Jesus.
Duration:00:25:00
Celebration and Remembrance, Pt. 1
4/28/2026
Today, Pastor John Munro continues our study in the book of Esther. Despite the plotting of an evil man, God has delivered His people. They celebrate during the annual Feast of Purim, which points us to an even greater victory!
Duration:00:25:00
AVIZANDUM: Making Friends
4/28/2026
Technology and social media tend to isolate us, but God created us to live in relationship with Him and others. Friendship is one of the great joys in life. Yet we must remember how to be a good friend as we pursue new relationships
Duration:00:06:42
A Brilliant Reversal, Pt. 2
4/27/2026
Are you facing a desperate situation that seems hopeless? Perhaps a relationship that seems broken beyond repair. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro reminds us that we have a God who can do the impossible.
Duration:00:25:00
A Brilliant Reversal, Pt. 1
4/24/2026
Through the power and grace of God, what seems to be our most difficult trial can end up being the source of our greatest blessing. He can turn despair into hope, shame into glory, and on the cross of Jesus Christ, He brings life out of death. Today on The Verdict, Pastor John Munro helps us to see God’s brilliant reversals in the story of Esther.
Duration:00:25:00
The Gallows, Pt. 2
4/23/2026
Have you ever felt trapped in a situation that seems hopeless? On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro shares that while God’s ways are mysterious, He often works through the seemingly insignificant circumstances of life to do the impossible.
Duration:00:25:00
The Gallows, Pt. 1
4/22/2026
Does it ever feel like your life is spinning out of control? On this episode on The Verdict, Pastor John Munro returns to our study in the book of Esther. We’ll see how our sovereign God is all-powerful over the events in our lives, no matter how dark or difficult our circumstances may become.
Duration:00:25:00
Life’s Defining Moments, Pt. 2
4/21/2026
Being obedient to God and showing courage in the face of great risk or opposition isn’t easy. But it’s in these defining moments of life when our faith is tested and our character is revealed. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro teaches us how to be strong and courageous in Life’s Defining Moments.
Duration:00:25:00
AVIZANDUM: Forgiving Others
4/21/2026
Followers of Christ have been forgiven of our sins through the perfect sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Yet forgiving others is still difficult for us, and we tend to hold onto grievances. How do we prevent this?
Duration:00:07:12
Life’s Defining Moments, Pt. 1
4/20/2026
In each of our lives, there comes a pivotal moment where we have the opportunity to stand for God, or we can play it safe and blend into the crowd. On this episode of The Verdict, we’ll witness the defining moment in the life of Esther. This young queen must decide whether she will risk her own life to save her people.
Duration:00:25:00
For Such a Time, Pt. 2
4/17/2026
At some point in each of our lives, we come to a crossroads which will have a tremendous impact. It could be an exciting opportunity, or how we respond to a terrible crisis. God places these events in our lives for a reason. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro explains how we can be ready for these defining moments.
Duration:00:25:00
For Such a Time, Pt. 1
4/16/2026
For most of us, our days are fairly routine. But every now and then, we are confronted with an opportunity, or a challenge, that will change the direction of our lives and have far-reaching consequences. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro helps us understand how to approach these rare defining moments.
Duration:00:25:00
Satan Hates the Jews, Pt. 2
4/15/2026
The Jewish nation has been persecuted for generations. But it’s more than politics or racism. Satan hates and opposes God’s chosen people. Today on The Verdict, Pastor John Munro explores history in a different way as we learn more about the plot to exterminate the Jews in the book of Esther.
Duration:00:25:00
Satan Hates the Jews, Pt. 1
4/14/2026
Throughout history, God’s chosen people, the Jews, have been challenged, oppressed, and hated—not just by other people, but by Satan himself. And on this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro unveils the harsh reality of this spiritual battle between God’s people and the forces of darkness, as it unfolds in the book of Esther.
Duration:00:25:00
AVIZANDUM: Meditation & Memorization
4/14/2026
Many times our minds are occupied with trivial things. But today John is issuing a challenge to help set our minds on Scripture through memorization and meditation. How do we do this, and why?
Duration:00:07:29
Beauty Pageant, Pt. 2
4/13/2026
Today, we’re continuing our brand-new study in the book of Esther and gaining some key insights on how God can use us, even—and especially—in the midst of a godless community. We’re examining the unique example of Esther, and what her story can teach us about God’s faithfulness on this episode of The Verdict.
Duration:00:25:00
Beauty Pageant, Pt. 1
4/10/2026
In the book of Esther, we see how the perfect will of God can be fulfilled even in the most secular circumstances. And on today’s episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro teaches more about the Persian beauty pageant that led to the deliverance of a nation.
Duration:00:25:00
God’s Invisible Hand, Pt. 2
4/9/2026
The biblical account of Esther is a fascinating tale of power, beauty, and the invisible hand of God. And on this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro continues a brand-new study on this incredible tale to see how God’s sovereign plan for His people played out through the real-world dramas of a king and his queen.
Duration:00:25:00