Current Events & Christian Expectations

Books of the Bible - Revelation Unveiled: Chapter 1

— The Vision That Changes Everything
This episode walks through Revelation chapter 1 and discusses the authorship, the meaning of "apocalypse", the blessing for those who read and hear the book, and the importance of the public reading of God's Word.
This episode sets the stage for the the seven lampstands, seven stars, and Christ's triumphant authority — and frames up the message to set the stage for the seven churches and the call to faithful endurance ....because the end of the ages has come!

When Spirit Meets Scripture: How God Converts Hearts

This episode examines how the Holy Spirit works through God’s Word to draw people to faith and shape the church.  We use biblical passages and real-life testimonies to illustrate conversion, prophecy, tongues, and the role of the  congregational witness.
Scriptures in order of use are:
Matthew 7:7-11; Luke 11:9-13; Hebrews 11:6; Acts 17:26-29; Jeremiah 20:8-9; Jeremiah 23:29; Hebrews 4:12; Zechariah 4:6; Acts 1:8; 1 Thessalonians 1:4-5A; 1 Peter 1:12; Revelation 2:1, 7; 1 Corinthians 14:1-3; Acts 2:4-6, 9-11; Proverbs 25:11; 1 Thessalonians 5:19-22; 1 Corinthians 14:1-2; 1 Corinthians 13:1; 1 Corinthians 14:20-21; 1 Corinthians 14:22; 1 Corinthians 14:23, 24-25; 1 Corinthians 14:3.

Markers of the Last Days

When the apostle Paul writes to Timothy about “the last days,” he doesn’t start by describing earthquakes, wars, or cosmic signs. He starts by describing people.
Scripture repeatedly warns us:  The last days will not be marked by less religion, but by more deception.  Not fewer spiritual claims — but more.  Which means those in the churches need to be watchful and aware.  The test is not charisma. Not popularity. Not signs. The test is truth.
Scripture List: 
2Timothy 3:1; Hebrews 1:1-2; 1Corinthians 10:11; 2Timothy 3:2-4; 2Timothy 3:5; Matthew 7:15; 1John 2:18; 1John 4:1-3; 2Thessalonians 2:1-3; 2Thessalonians 2:9-10; Hebrews 10:23-25; 2Timothy 3:6-7; Numbers 16:1-3; Numbers 16:32, 35; Numbers 16:41; 2Timothy 3:8-9; Psalm 106:12-14; Hebrews 4:13.

Lamenting Our Enemies

We live in a time where the downfall of others is often celebrated, mocked, replayed, and shared. Social media has turned judgment into entertainment, and death—even of enemies—into spectacle.  But Scripture gives us a very different posture: lament instead of gloating, sorrow instead of satisfaction, humility instead of triumph.
This episode asks a hard question:  What does it say about our hearts when we rejoice over the destruction of others?
Scripture List :
Amos 2:1-2; Luke 20:37-40; Romans 14:7-9; Luke 16:22-25; 2Samuel 1:17-20, 23, 27; 1Samuel 31:11-13; 2Samuel 18:31-33; Genesis 6:5-6 & 8:21; Ezekiel 33:10-11; Luke 19:41-44; Luke 23:33-34; Philippians 3:17-18; 2Timothy 4:16-17. 

The Devil Goes to Church

The greatest threat is not isolated demonic possession but Satan’s deception within the church itself....and he comes in with me and you.
Psalm 106:36-37
Mark 1:32-34
Mark 5:15
1 Corinthians 10:19-21
1 Timothy 4:1
Revelation 16:12-14
James 3:13-16
Matthew 16:21-23
Acts 5:1-3
Acts 5:5
2 Corinthians 11:1-5
2 Corinthians 11:13-15
Revelation 2:20-25, 29
2 Timothy 2:23-26
James 4:1, 7-8
1 Peter 5:8-9
Ephesians 6:10-11
Matthew 6:13

Rewards or Awards? What's the difference?

Should we pursue awards or rewards and what is the difference?  Tune in to this podcast as we examine the differences and what the Bible has to say about them.
A full Scripture list we examine together is listed below:
Ephesians 6:1-3; Genesis 15:1; Ruth 2:12; Psalm 18:20; Psalm 19:7, 11; Matthew 7:12; Psalm 62:11-12; Jeremiah 32:18-20; Matthew 5:12; Revelation 11:18; Hebrews 11:6; Matthew 5:46; Mark 9:41; 1 Corinthians 3:10-15; Hebrews 10:35; 2 John 1:8; Matthew 6:1-2; Matthew 6:5; Matthew 6:16; Matthew 6:3-4; Matthew 6:6; Matthew 6:17-18; Matthew 25:21; Luke 19:16-18; Hebrews 4:14-16; Hebrews 11:24-26; Zephaniah 3:17

God's Priority for Governments

In this episode we ask, "What is the government's top priority?" and "what is the churches responsibility to their own nations government?"   So tune in and let's walk through the Scriptures (as well as a little church history) as we reveal the surprising answers from the Bible.  The truth will surprise you!

How many will be saved?

In this episode - we tackle the tough question: How many will be saved?
We examine key Scriptures from Jesus' teaching on the narrow gate, Paul’s hope for the ages, Old Testament promises, and visions in Revelation.
join in as we contrast temporary wrath with everlasting mercy and we consider Israel’s generation and our own present evil age.  So, grab your Bibles and join us as we dig into God’s big, hopeful story of salvation.