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Episodes
34 episodes
Episode 34: Breaking Down the Rapture, part 6: "Revelation, Tribulation and the Church"
What does the book of Revelation have to say about tribulation and the church? Does Revelation tell us that the church is "raptured" away? Some claim that chapters 6-19 explain the supposed 7-year period of tribulation. Are th...
Episode 33: Breaking Down the Rapture, part 5: What 7 Years?
When discussing end times doctrines, I often hear about the "Great Tribulation." This is a supposed 7-year time of great distress in the world otherwise known as "Daniel's 70th week". However, is this a view that is biblically suppo...
Episode 32: Breaking Down the Rapture, part 4: Enduring Tribulation
Many claim that Christians will not have to go through the so-called time of tribulation because we will be raptured out before it happens or before it gets really bad. However, is this accurate to scripture? What about the Anti-Chr...
Episode 31: Breaking Down the Rapture, part 3: Left Behind?
Popularized by the hit book series, the phrase "Left Behind" has become one of fear for all those who are unsure of the end times. With the rise of the rapture doctrine, many have taken hold of this idea that all believers will be taken a...
Episode 30: Breaking Down the Rapture, part 2: The Second Coming
Many who believe a rapture event, similar to what is described in the Left Behind series, believe this event will be something completely separate from the Second Coming of Christ. Is this true? Are the events described in 1 Thessal...
Episode 29: Breaking Down the Rapture, part 1: The Epicenter
What is the Rapture? Where did this idea come from? Is it a biblical belief? In our modern churches (especially in the Western world) the idea of the Rapture has taken a dominant place for many. But where did it ...
Episode 28: Do I need to go to Church?
Church attendance in the United States has been declining over the last few decades. This isn't just due to a decline in the Christian faith. There are many Christians today who don't see attending a regular church or attending chur...
Episode 27: Is Baptism Necessary?
There has been a major shift in the Church over the last couple of centuries, especially in the last 50 years, in regard to the teaching on baptism. Some say it isn't necessary, others say it's just a sign or a symbol, while others ...
Episode 26: No Room in the Inn?
Have you ever paid close attention to the Christmas story? Have you ever wondered why an innkeeper wouldn't find a space for Mary and Joseph and they’re soon to be baby? The gospel accounts of Matthew and Luke compliment one another...
Episode 25: Not all Israel is Israel
In light of the conflict going on in the modern day state of Israel, we see many in the church across the world voice their support for "Israel". Things are being posted like "I stand with Israel." or "Those who bless you I'll bless and t...
Episode 24: Counting the Cost
What does it mean to follow Jesus? When we say we believe in Christ, what we really mean is we believe Christ. This means we obey Him because He IS God and His word IS truth. When Jesus gives hard teachings about sacrifice and...
Episode 23: What are you listening to?
As Christians, what kind of music should we listen to? What does it mean for a song or a concert to be "Christian"? Is there a particular style that is God's favorite? What should we be looking for in the music we use to give God gl...
Episode 22: Tithes and Offerings
Should Christians give to the church? Is it required? How much should a believer give? Does it have to be 10%? Is the New Testament church still under the tithing required in the Old Testament? Join us today as we ...
Episode 21: Tell Your Story
The Bible tells us that we are to share the good news of Christ with others. We should be excited to let others know about this God-Man who died for our sins, was resurrected and ascended to the Father. Our lives should demonstrate ...
Episode 20: Infant Baptism
Why should someone be baptized? When should someone get baptized? Should it be by immersion? There are many questions in regards to baptism but one of the most highly discussed topics is that of "Infant baptism". Should ...
Episode 19: What is Sin?
There is a problem in the world and it has effected us all. The problem is sin. What is it? How bad is it? So many, even in the church, are justifying their mistakes and rebellion against God. We don't want to feel...
Episode 18: Roles in the Church
What does the Bible say about the roles in the church? What is an elder? What is a deacon? Can anyone be a pastor? Can women preach in the church? What about exceptions like Phoebe, Deborah, etc.? These are a...
Episode 17: Sex and Gender
In an over-sexualized and liberal culture, how should Christians understand and deal with the topics of homosexuality and transgenderism? There are many in the Christian community who have begun to tolerate, accept and ultimately celebrat...
Episode 16: Why Easter?
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single greatest event in the history of time. It changed EVERYTHING! As a matter of fact, the entire Christian faith rests on this event... But do you know why it is so important? ...
Episode 15: Beauty from Ashes
Why do bad things happen to good people? How can God allow tragedy and suffering to persist in this world? Many people out there today (Christian and non-Christian alike) have questions like these. It can be hard to reconcile ...
Episode 14: Why Should We Believe?
There are many in the world today who are skeptical of the Christian faith. People have a hard time believing in God or they may doubt that Jesus was a real person. Many people have issues with the Bible and doubt that it can be tru...
Episode 13: Good Company
Should Christians spend a lot of time around non-believers? How should our lives look different once we've begun to follow Christ? So often, Christians allow themselves to fellowship with those in the world more than those in the Bo...
Episode 12: Wake Up
What is revival? God desires our hearts and has great plans for us. So why do we feel so often like He isn't there or that He isn't moving like we think He should? Are we missing what could be happening because of our sin?&nbs...
