Dr. Robert Owens Chronicles the History of the Future

Claim Your Inheritance November 11, 2025

In “Claim Your Inheritance” S5 / E29 of I Took a Right Turn: To begin we share about what God is doing in our lives right now.   This is followed by songs that have been and continue to be the most requested: Jesus On The Mainline a song that has fired people up for years. Next comes a song that touches on a subject important to all believers, remembering What Christ has done for us: Jesus I’ll Never Forget, and then we shar what was the favorite song of a man of God we were blessed to know and serve with, Pastor Raymond Flemmons: I’ve Got a Feeling.  And finishing up the musical interlude we play another of our home-grown songs: Do What He Said.  Turning to God’s Word, we dive into Galatians 4:4-7 where we learn that we have been adopted into the family of God as co-heirs to the kingdom.  Robert then reads another poem from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time, “Is the Bible God’s Word?”  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback, Kindle, and Audible through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

He’s Alive! November 4, 2025

In “He’s Alive!” S5 / E28 of I Took a Right Turn: First of all we talk about what is on our minds today.  Then we share the weather report.  Next, we play some songs that have been and continue to be perennial favorites as we play at missions and churches: Victory in Jesus a good old song that has blessed people for years. After this we play a song made famous at many revivals: He Touched Me, and one of the most moving gospel songs of all time; There’s Room at the Cross for You.  Then we share another of our home-grown songs: Jesus Would Have Gone to the Cross.  Moving on to God’s Word, we turn to I Corinthians 15:12-15 where look at the pivotal role of Christ’s resurrection in redeeming us from the sin nature that condemns us to death.  Robert then reads another poem from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time, “Flowers in a Field.”  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback, Kindle, and Audible through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

First in Line October 28, 2025

In “First in Line” S5 / E27 of I Took a Right Turn: After we wander on about what’s going on in the Promised Land, we play some l songs that mean much to many: There is Power in the Blood another old song that just keeps rolling on.Then we share a couple that have blessed many tents, amphitheaters, and stadiums along the sawdust trail of revival: Jesus Got a Holda My Life, and He Set Me Free.  Moving on we play one of our home-grown songs: Come On People.  Next comes the most important part of all, we open God’s Word, the Bible.  This week we turn to at Romans 8:29-30 and learn that God has started a whole new line of humanity.  He has redeemed the lost line of Adam and founded a new line beginning with Jesus.  Robert then reads another poem from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time, “Who Were They.”  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback, Kindle, and Audible through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Jesus to the Rescue October 21, 2025

In “Jesus to the Rescue” S5 / E26 of I Took a Right Turn: The first thing we address is the shifting sands of time around us and the rock-solid foundation of faith.  Then we share some comments about what’s going on in the Promised Land.  Then we play some special songs: Got Any Rivers, an oldy but a goody. Then a few that are newer but just as spirit lifting: Because He Lives, and Through it All.  Next, we share another of our home-grown songs: The Voice.  And no episode would be complete without the Bible.  This week we turn to at II Corinthians 1:3-5 and see that God knows what He’s doing.  Robert then reads another poem from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time, “A Puzzle.”  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Faith is the Foundation October 14, 2025

In “Faith is the Foundation” S5 / E25 of I Took a Right Turn: We start off this week with general comments about our life of faith in the Promised Land and some observations about the world around us.  Moving on we first play a song that is an old spiritual: Glory Glory.  Then a few that are always inspirational: I Saw the Light, and I’m Blessed. And another of our home-grown songs: Don’t Give Up.  Opening the Bible to what many call “The faith Chapter” we look at Hebrews 11:1-3where we see that faith in God is the foundation of everything.  Robert then reads another poem from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time, “What’s it All About.”  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

As a Child October 7, 2025

In “As a Child” S5 / E24 of I Took a Right Turn: begins with comments about the world we live in and of course the weather.  Then some songs from something most of us heard as a child to the ultimate truths of reality: Open the Eyes of My Heart, My Life is in You Lord, and Jesus Loves the Little Children. Then we share one of our home-grown songs: Every Time I Turn Around.  In the Bible we look at Luke 18:15-17 learning that God wants us to keep it simple.  Robert then reads another poem from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time, “Jesus Loves the Little Children.”  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Watch What God Does September 30, 2025

In “Watch What God Does” S5 / E23 of I Took a Right Turn: starts out with Robert and Rosalie in the Promised Land thinking about how we need to keep our eyes on God.  Then they share some of their favorite songs from days past: Oh How I Love Jesus, I Keep Falling in Love With Him, and one more contemporary song: Living He Loved Me. Then we share one of our home-grown songs: I Want to Love the Lord in You.  In our Bible study this week we dive into Ephesians 5:1-2. If you’ve ever wondered what God wants you to do this is a good place to start.  Robert then reads another poem from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time, “After Everything.”  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Be Ready September 23, 2025

In “Be Ready” S5  E22 of I Took a Right Turn: Rosalie and Robert start out with some thoughts on the world today in the Promised Land.  Moving on from there some old revival songs come as several blasts from the past: Soon and Very Soon, I’m on My Way to Heaven, and When the Roll is Called up Yonder.  Next one of our home-grown songs: Be Ready offers up a call to action.  Opening the Bible, we look at Luke 12:35-38. In this passage Jesus tells us how we are to prepare for His Second Coming.  Then Robert reads another poem from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time, “Popeye Had it Nailed.”  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Freed From Sin September 16, 2025

In “Freed From Sin” S5 / E21 of I Took a Right Turn: We share some thoughts about how things are going here in the Promised Land today.  Next, they play some good songs: Listen to Me Devil, My Sins Are Gone at Last, and The Latter Rain.  This is followed by one of our home-grown songs: Who Writes the Review.  Our Bible study today starts with Romans 8:1-2.  This is where Paul tells us about Jesus as the cleanser of our sin.  Then Robert reads another poem from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time, “Floating Through Time.”  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Be Encouraged September 9, 2025

In “Be Encouraged” S5 / E20 of I Took a Right Turn: Robert and Rosalie share about how the world around the Promised Land is doing today.  Then they bring some music with a few good songs, some old and some new: Hallelujah Anyhow, The Anchor Holds and Keep on Keeping On.  And of course, another of their home-grown songs: I Am.  In the Bible today they look into II Corinthians 1:3-5which tells us that God is always there for us. Robert next reads poem from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time, “A Changing Perspective.”  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

God is God September 2, 2025

In “God Is God” S5 / E19 of I Took a Right Turn: Beginning with the weather report and their usual banter about what is in the air today Robert and Rosalie move on playing some of their favorite songs: God is God, What a Mighty God We Serve, and Jesus on the Mainline.  This brings them to one of their home-grown songs: So Much More.  Opening the Bible to Genesis 1:1-3 they compare this to John 1:1-5 reflecting upon the awesomeness of God and how our response to this reality shapes our life. Next Robert reads another poem from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time, “It’s Up to Us.”  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Dead to Sin August 26, 2025

In “Dead to Sin” S5 / E18 of I Took a Right Turn: The weather report opens up to the usual banter about anything and everything.  Moving on Rober and Rosalie share some songs: Amazing Love, Because He Lives, and I Surrender All.  Next, they sing one of their home-grown songs: The Nashville Gospel.  Turning to the Bible they look at Romans 6:6-11and find that God is calling us to choose Him and His ways over the ways of the world.  After this Robert reads the poem “There Should Be a Change” from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time. Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Total Salvation August 19, 2025

In “Total Salvation” S5 / E17 of I Took a Right Turn: First comes the weather report and our usual back and forth leading up to sharing a few songs: I’ve Got the Joy Joy Joy, River of Life, and Joy is the Flag.  And of course, another of our home-grown songs: Tears of Joy.  Moving on to our Bible study we look at I Peter 1:3-9 where we see that since Jesus was raised from the dead, we’ve been given a brand-new life in Him.  After this Robert reads the poem “Remain Joyful” from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time. Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

God is Always There August 12, 2025

In “God is Always There” S5 / E16 of I Took a Right Turn: After Robert and Rosalie give the weather report and banter about whatever is on their minds at the moment they share a few songs: God is God, We Shall See the King and Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus.  Moving on they share one of their home-grown songs: Every Time I Turn Around.  Moving on to the Bible study they look at Psalm 139:7-12 to see that wherever we are God is there.  After this Robert reads the poem “Turn Around God is There” from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time. Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s more than forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

God’s Voice August 5, 2025

In “God’s Voice” S5 / E15 of I Took a Right Turn:W speak about how God speaks through others to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and Him crucified.  The we share a few of our favorite old song: Just a Little Talk With Jesus, Can’t Nobody Do Me Like Jesus and Woke Up This Morning.  Moving on we share one of our home-grown song: We Are One in Jesus.  Looking at the Bible we open to I Corinthians 2:1-5 and we see how Paul felt about his preaching and what he spoke about.  After this Robert reads the poem “God’s Voice” from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time. Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

This is the Way God Works July 29, 2025

In “This is the Way God Works” S5 / E14 of I Took a Right Turn:Today we look at how God works in the world and in our lives.  Moving on we share a few good songs that praise how God deals with us: Jesus Got a Holda My Life, My Sins Are Gone at Last, and There is None Like You.  Next, we share a brand-new home-grown song: The Voice.  Opening our Bibles we investigate I Corinthians 1:18-21 and we read about the way God decided to deal with the world.  After this Robert reads the poem “Deliver Me Not into Temptation” from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time. Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Dr. Owens’ Latest Book: New Old Saying Volume Eight July 24, 2025

This is the eighth volume of New Old Sayings.  Another one thousand quips, quotes, and offerings of what I have seen, gleaned, and perceived.   May these be received in the same spirit in which they are offered, love and a desire to share what God has given me so that He can give others even more.

May the Lord bless you and keep you, may He make His face shine upon you and give you peace.

Available on Amazon

How Can I Help July 22, 2025

In “How Can I Help” S5 / E13 of I Took a Right Turn:We start off talking about how everyone is important to God.  Then we move on to a few of our old favorites: He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands, Jesus Loves Me, and Jesus I’ll Never Forget.  Then we share another of our homegrown songs: Jesus Would Have Gone to the Cross. Turning to the Bible we open to Romans 15:1-2 and we learn that we are called to serve others. Robert moves on to read the poem “What is the Value?” from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time. Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Treat Them Gently July 15, 2025

In “Treat Them Gently” S5 / E12 of I Took a Right Turn : Begins with some remarks concerning how we learn from others and how we share more in common than we have in differences.  Next, they play some of our old favorites: I’ve Been Redeemed, Praise the Name of Jesus, and We Exalt Thee.  Then we share another of our homegrown songs: The Book, The Blood, and the Blessed Hope. Turning to the Bible we stay in Romans for another week opening up to 14:1 which tells us how we are to treat other believers. Robert moves on to read the poem “The Shifting Shadows of Our Lives,” from his second book of poetry, Floating Through Time. Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

https://www.podserve.fm/episodes/196186/treat-them-gently.mp3

Get the Best of Evil by Doing Good July 8, 2025

In “Get the Best of Evil by Doing Good” S5 / E11 of I Took a Right Turn: We open with the usual banter and greetings.  Next, they play some good old church songs: River of Life, Everywhere He Went, and Put Your Hand In the Hand of the Man From Galilee.  Then they share another of their homegrown songs: Hello Jesus.  Turning to the Bible we dive into Romans 12:9-21 which speaks to us about holy living and the power that has over everything around us.  Robert moves on to read the poem “

Growing Old,” from his second book of Poetry, Floating Through Time.  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book. 

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com  All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

He Set Me Free July 1, 2025

In “He Set Me Free” S5 / E10 of I Took a Right Turn: Rosalie and Robert open with their usual dialog which as always includes a classic weather report in the Promised Land and some talk about jackets. Next, they play some good old church songs: I’ll Fly Away, Jesus Got a Holda My Heart and Gone at Last.  Then they share another of their homegrown songs: Walking with the Saints.  Turning to the Bible they expose some of the truths found in Romans 6:16-21 which speaks to the fact that salvation liberates us to live for God.  Robert moves on to read the poem “Questions About Everything and Nothing,” from his second book of Poetry, Floating Through Time.  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book. 

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com  All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Want a Fresh Start? June 24, 2025

In “Want a Fresh Start?” S5 / E 9 of I Took a Right Turn : Rosalie and Robert begin the podcast speaking about the world situation and then talk about summer in the Promised Land and some prayer requests. Next, comes a few favorites: There’s Power in the Blood, It’s Different Now, and I Know it Was the Blood.  Turning to the Bible we dive into II Corinthians 5:14-20 which tells us about the new life Christ’s life, death, and resurrection has purchased for every born-again believer. Then Robert reads the poem “Lies Are Never True,” from his second book of Poetry, Floating Through Time. Each episode this season includes a poem from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon. We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Sin Isn’t the Problem June 17, 2025

In “Sin Isn’t The Problem” S5 / E 8 of I Took a Right Turn: The Owens Team opens with their usual dialog which as always includes the weather report in the Promised Land and again includes some prayer requests. Next, comes a few favorites: Oh, How I Love Jesus, I Keep Falling in Love with Him, and one not-so-old song Living He Loved Me.  This is followed by one of our homegrown songs: I Want to Love the Lord in You.  Turning to the Bible we dive into I John 2:1-6 which investigates the Sin Problem, and we delve into how this is the real problem not just individual sins.  Then Robert reads the poem “It Is What God Says It Is,” from his second book of Poetry, Floating Through Time.  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book. 

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com  All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

The Time Has Passed June 10, 2025

In “The Time Has Passed” S5 / E 7 of I Took a Right Turn: We open with our usual jibber-jabber including of course the weather report and some prayer requests. Next, they sing some good old-time favorites: I Saw the Light, This Little Light of Mine, and This Train.  Then comes another of our homegrown songs: Jesus the Lord.  Opening our Bible s to II Thessalonians 2:1-3 we speak about the End Times, which is a subject of interest to many and a focus for whole ministries.  Robert then reads the poem “The Time Has Passed” from his Second book of Poetry, Floating Through Time.  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book. 

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com  All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

That’s Your Job June 3, 2025

In “That’s Your Job” S5 / E6 of I Took a Right Turn: The Podcast starts off talking about the challenges we all face as we follow God.  Following this comes a well-known song by Chris Tomlin: Amazing Love, then a few older songs: I Know Who Holds the Future, and He looked beyond my Faults and Saw My Need.  And of course, one of our homegrown songs: There’s a Reason.  Opening to II Peter 3:8-12 we listen as God speaks through the Apostle and lays out exactly what we are to do as servants of Christ.  Robert reads another poem “The Key” from his Second book of Poetry, Floating Through Time.  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book. 

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com  All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Cheating On God May 27, 2025

In “Cheating on God” S5 / E5 of I Took a Right Turn: Robert and Rosalie start of talking about how important it is to listen to God, To wait to hear from Him and then wait for the right time to do what He says.  Timing, as is often said, is everything.  Next, they sing a medley well-known songs: He is Lord, This is the Day, How Great is Our God, and Amazing Grace.  This is followed by one of our homegrown songs: I Was a Dreamer.  Opening to James 4:4-6we see that our God is a jealous God and He wants our complete attention as well as our obedience.  Robert then reads the poem “If I Knew Then What I Know Now” from his Second book of Poetry, Floating Through Time.  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book. 

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com  All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Now is the Right Time May 20, 2025

In “Now Is The Right Time” S5 E4 of I Took a Right Turn: The Podcast opens with Talk about how timing is so important.  Then comes a few well-known songs: I Surrender All, Through it All, and We Shall See the King.  We follow these with one of our homegrown songs: Servants of Peace.  Next, we open the Bible to II Corinthians 6:1-10 and where we find that God is calling us to stay on the job serving Him by serving others.  Robert reads the poem “Nothing to Something” from his Second book of Poetry, Floating Through Time.  Each episode this season includes a poem from this book. 

The text of these readings are posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com  All of Robert’s forty books are available in paperback and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Don’t Give Up May 13, 2025

In “Don’t Give Up” S5  E3 of I Took a Right Turn:Robert and Rosalie open the Podcast with comments about life in general.  Besides on-going health issues, she is currently battling a severe cold.  Then we play a few fun songs: He Set Me Free, Keep On Keeping On, and I Went to The Enemy’s Camp.  These are followed by another of our homegrown songs: Come On People.  This week we open the Bible to II Corinthians 4 and learn that God not only tells us not to give up He also promises great rewards for those who don’t.  Next Robert reads the poem “Why Read the Bible” from his Second book of Poetry, Floating Through Time.  Each episode this season includes a reading from this book. 

The text of these readings are posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com  All of Robert’s forty books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

https://www.podserve.fm/episodes/190228/dont-give-up.mp3

A parable and What it Means May 6, 2025

In “A Parable and What it Means” S5  E2 of I Took a Right Turn:The Podcast opens with us asking for prayer for Rosalie.  Besides on-going health issues, she is currently battling a severe cold.  But being a real trooper, she is here she is playing and singing for God’s glory.  We open by playing play a couple of old songs: It’s a New Wine, The Latter Rain, and He Touched Me.  Then we share one of our homegrown songs: There’s a Reason.  Opening the Bible to Luke 11:5-13 and we read one of Christ’s parables and explore what it means.  Next Robert reads the first poem “There’s a Reason” from his Second book of Poetry, Floating Through Time.  Each episode this season includes a reading from this book. 

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-nine books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Jesus Never Gives Up April 29, 2025

In “Jesus Never Gives Up” S5  E1 of I Took a Right Turn:We start off with some gibber-jabber and the weather.  Moving on we play a couple of our favorite songs: Jesus On the Mainline, Hallelujah Anyhow, and I Keep Faling in Love With Him.  Then as per usual we share one of our homegrown songs: Be Ready.  Diving into the Bible we look at II Timothy 2:13 and we see if we live for Christ He will always be there for us.  Next Robert reads the Introduction from his Second book of Poetry, Floating Through Time. book Each episode this season includes a reading from this book. 

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-nine books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.https://www.podserve.fm/episodes/188805/jesus-never-gives-up-s5-e1.mp3

A Devoted Life Brings Wealth April 22, 2025

In “A Devoted Life Brings Wealth” S4 / E20 of I Took a Right Turn:After our weather we share some thoughts on the glorious reality of Christ’s resurrection.  Next, we play a few old songs: Jesus I’ll Never Forget, Gone at Last, and The Miracle Man.  Moving on we share another of our homegrown songs: Daddy’s Throne Room.  In the Bible this week, we dive into I Timothy 6:6-8, 17-18 and we see that God blesses those who follow Christ.  Next Robert reads the final chapter from his book America Volume One: Colonial History – Chapter 19: “The Greatest Ocean of All.”  Each episode this season includes a reading of one chapter from this book.  This is the final episode of Season Four.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-nine books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

God Has Us Where He Wants Us April 15, 2025

In “God Has Us Where He Wants Us” S4 / E19 of I Took a Right Turn:Along with our usual weather report we speak about some recent interesting news stories.  Next, we play a few old songs: I Saw the Light, Will the Circle Be Unbroken, and They That Wait Upon the Lord.  Next we share one of our homegrown songs: Who Writes the Review.  Turning to the Bible, we look into Ephesians chapter two in a little different way.   In this reading of the first sentence of each of the first five paragraphs of the chapter points to where we came from, how we were changed, and what God’s plans for us are.  Robert reads another chapter from his book America Volume One: Colonial History – Chapter 18: “The War for North America.”  Each episode this season includes a reading of one chapter from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-nine books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

The Core of Paul’s Preaching April 8, 2025

In “The Core of Paul’s Preaching” S4 / E18 of I Took a Right Turn: Our weather report offers condolences to all who are being impacted by the extreme followed by our usual banter,  Then play a few songs that glorify God: Look What the Lord Has Done, and He Touched Me.  Next we share one of our homegrown songs: Eye On The Prize.  Turning to the Bible, we open to Romans 10:8-10.   This passage is proclaimed by Paul himself to be the Core of his preaching and obviously worthy of due consideration.  Robert reads another chapter from his book America Volume One: Colonial History – Chapter 17: “The Great Plains.”  Each episode this season includes a reading of one chapter from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-nine books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

We Are One in Jesus April 1, 2025

In “We Are One in Jesus” S4 / E17 of I Took a Right Turn: Starting with our weather report and the usual banter we  then play some songs that let us know we are all united in God: In Him  Live and Move , Our Life is in You Lord, and Jesus Got Aholda My Life.  And of course, one of our homegrown songs: We Are One in Jesus.  Turning to the Bible, we open to Ephesians 4:4-6.   This passage makes it clear that Christ came to unite us in Him.  Robert reads another chapter from his book America Volume One: Colonial History – Chapter 16: “French America.”  Each episode this season includes a reading of one chapter from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-nine books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

God Will Never Let You Down March 25, 2025

In “God Will Never Let You Down” S4 / E16 of I Took a Right Turn: After our usual weather report and assorted gibberish we  move on to play a few songs from the great Pentecostal Revival songs that let us know God is with us: The Latter Rain, Got Any Rivers, and a classic from Andre Crouch: Through it All.  Then we share one of our homegrown songs: He Woke Me Up This Morning, a song that speaks to the faithfulness of God.  Opening the Bible, we look at I Corinthians 10:11-14.   This passage that lets us know that no matter how great the trial God will never desert us.  Robert reads another chapter from his book America Volume One: Colonial History – Chapter 15: “Awakenings.”  Each episode this season includes a reading of one chapter from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-nine books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Claim Your Inheritance March 18, 2025

In “Claim Your Inheritance” S4 / E15 of I Took a Right Turn: Our usual greetings include the weather report and assorted gibberish.  Moving on from our silliness we play a few fun songs that help build us up in the Lord: I Will Enter His Gates, Listen to Me Devil, and a good old revival song: Soon and Very Soon.  Next comes one of our homegrown songs: Hello Jesus, a song that shows we can still be who we are even when we praise God.  Looking into God’s Word we open Galatians 4:4-7.  In this passage we see we are adopted as children of God in and through Christ Jesus.  Robert reads another chapter from his book America Volume One: Colonial History – Chapter 14: “The Atlantic.”  Each episode this season includes a reading of one chapter from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-nine books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Right Isn’t a Partner With Wrong March 4, 2025

In “Right Isn’t a Partner With Wrong” S4 / E13 of I Took a Right Turn: As usual Robert + Rosalie start off a greeting and then the weather report.  They play some lively songs: He Set Me Free, This Train, and one of everybody’s favorites, Put Your Hand in The Hand.  Next, they share another of their homegrown songs, the one which is the theme song for this Podcast: I Took a Right Turn.  Turning to God’s Word, they open the New Testament to II Corinthians 6:14-18.  Which once again points out that d individual Christians and the Church corporately are the Temple of God.  Robert reads another chapter from his book America Volume One: Colonial History – Chapter 12: “The Middle Colonies.”  Each episode this season will include a chapter from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-nine books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Be God’s Friend February 25, 2025

In “Be God’s Friend” S4 / E12 of I Took a Right Turn: Robert + Rosalie start off with their greeting of the day and the weather report.  Then they share three old revival songs: I’ve Been Redeemed, I Saw the Light, and Jesus on the Mainline.  They follow this with one of their homegrown songs: Come on People.  Looking into God’s Word, they explore the New Testament to II Corinthians 5:18-21.  Which tells us how to find an easy life.  Robert reads another chapter from his book America Volume One: Colonial History – Chapter 11: “Carolina.”   Each episode this season will include a chapter from this book.

The text of these readings is posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-eight books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

The Third Temple Revealed February 18, 2025

In “The Third Temple Revealed” S4 / E11 of I Took a Right Turn: Robert + Rosalie open with the “What’s Going on Around Here” news and of course the weather.  Next, they play three good old songs: My Sins Are Gone at Last, Just a Little Talk With Jesus, and He Touched Me.  Then one of their homegrown songs: I Am.  Opening God’s Word, we look at the New Testament in I Corinthians 3:16-17.  Which tells us that we are the Temple of God.  Robert reads another chapter from his book America Volume One: Colonial History – Chapter ten: “The West Indies.”  Each episode this season will include a chapter from this book.

The text of these readings are posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-eight books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Dr. Owens’ Latest Book February 13, 2025

This is volume number seven of the New Old Sayings series.  Another one thousand quips, quotes, and offerings of what I have seen, gleaned, and received.   May these be received in the same spirit in which they are offered love and a desire to share what God has given me so that He can give others even more.

This book is available from Amazon in paperback and kindle.

New Old Sayings Volume Seven

Want an Easy Life? S 4 / E 10 February 11, 2025

In “Want an Easy Life” S4 / E10 of I Took a Right Turn: As we begin with Robert + Rosalie greeting the day which of course includes the weather.  They Follow this with by some lively three songs that are dear to their hearts: I Saw the Light, I’ll Fly Away, and It’s Different Now.  Then they share one of their homegrown songs: The Nashville Gospel.  Opening God’s Word, we open the New Testament to Luke 6:37-28.  Which tells us how to find an easy life.  Robert reads another chapter from his book America Volume One: Colonial History – Chapter Nine: “Puritans and Indians.”  Each episode this season will include a chapter from this book.

The text of these readings are posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-eight books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Let Freedom Ring February 4, 2025

In “Let Freedom Ring” S4 / E9 of I Took a Right Turn: Our usual opening banter begins the day with the weather report and some words to listen to.  Followed by some lively revival songs: I’m On My Way to Heaven, Soon and Very Soon, and Got Any Rivers.  After this we share another of our homegrown songs: On Tomorrow.  Turning to God’s Word, we open the New Testament to Romans 6:16-21.  Here Paul talks about our freedom in Christ.  Robert reads another chapter from his book America – Colonial History: Chapter Eight: “New England.”  Each episode this season will include a chapter from this book.

The text of these readings are posted the day after the release of each episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s thirty-eight books are available in paper back and kindle through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Season Three Episode Nineteen July 2, 2024

In Episode Nineteen / Season Three of I Took a Right Turn : We share one an old-time gospel song: I’m a Soldier in the Army of the Lord, a song that is great to use when facing hard times: Hallelujah Anyhow, and one of our homegrown songs: It’s a Battlefield Brother.  In our Bible study this week we look at the armor of the Lord and the weapons He has given us for our protection through a study of Ephesians 6:10-12 and 13-18. Robert reads another essay from his series of books on Christian living, (Faith, Hope, and Love) reading Essay # 12 from the book, Hope: “It’s a Battlefield Brother.”

The text of this essay will be posted the day after the release of this episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s more than thirty books are available through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.

Season Three Episode Eighteen June 25, 2024

In Episode Eighteen / Season Three of I Took a Right Turn: We share one of the most popular Christian songs of all time, Put Your Hand in the Hand of the Man Who Stilled the Waters, an old time gospel song: Gone at Last, and one of our homegrown songs which inspired the name of this podcast and is the one we use for a theme song, I Took a Right Turn.  In the Bible study this week we look at the fact that Jesus wants to save and heal us all.  To do this we open up Matthew 8:1-3. Robert reads another essay from his series of books on Christian living, (Faith, Hope, and Love) reading Essay # 12 from the book, Hope: “He Touched Me.”

The text of this essay will be posted the day after the release of this episode at www.itookarighturn.com and www.drrobertowens.com  All of Robert’s more than thirty books are available through Amazon.  We also invite everyone to visit our online art store, The Pair a Docs Shop where we offer our original paintings, prints and merchandise.