Concerning The Times with Howard Green

When Jesus asked this question two thousand years ago, He was alerting His followers about the prevailing spiritual condition of people on earth at the time of His return. Jesus knew the answer: the close of the age would be marked by a mass defection from the truth. What will they be falling away from? The faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. Let's look at the current defection from the faith leading toward total apostasy and what we can do about it.Show Notes:A.W. Tozer's book: The Knowledge of the HolyWill Jesus Find Faith? Read the article on Concerning The TimesText us for prayer, comments, or ministry questions.Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

We are witnessing a growing number of spiritual movements in our time that are masquerading as authentic revivals, but seem to originate from a different spirit. Let's examine how this spiritual deception sets the stage for the coming global false end-time revival and the worship of the Antichrist. Read, The Coming Global False Revival at:  https://concerningthetimes.com/the-coming-global-false-revival/Show Notes:Our YouTube video on:  The coming global false revivalBook by Leonard Ravenhill: Why Revival TarriesBook by A.W. Tozer: Fiery FaithText us for prayer, comments, or ministry questions.Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Few people have impacted the world for Jesus as quickly as Keith Green did. His life on this earth was only a brief 28 years, but when he was born again, he used his platform as a singer & musician to win lost people to Jesus and fire up believers. Let's look together at Keith's life of no compromise and be encouraged to increased boldness for Jesus and love for others. Every blessing!Show Notes:Last Days Ministries - (Keith & Melody's ministry)No Compromise -A Book about Keith's life.Make My Life A Prayer -Book with Keith's journal entries.What's Wrong With the Gospel? - Video message by Keith Green.Sodom Had No Bible - Book by Leonard Ravenhill.Read our current Keith Green article on Concerning The Times.Video channel links with Keith Green clips:Myke A. - Keith Green concert footage.Kshavo - Keith & Melody Green interviews.Remember to check out Keith's songs. They are readily available, and each one made an impact for God's glory.Text us for prayer, comments, or ministry questions.Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

In this episode, we'll discuss how many Churches and Christians are encouraging people on their way to hell. How and why is this done? Some Christians do it unwittingly because their seeker-sensitive, purpose-driven church leaders have taught them to win people to a building, not Jesus. Many Churches and leaders do it to tickle ears, keep their seats and services full, and care about man-pleasing, not God-pleasing. Let's look at this end-time spiritual deception together and see what the Bible says about not warning people—the consequences will be eternally tragic!Show Notes:One Minute After You Die - Book by Erwin LutzerHell's Best Kept Secret - Book by Ray ComfortOne Thing You Can't Do in Heaven - Book by Mark CahillBe sure to check out our YouTube channel!Text us for prayer, comments, or ministry questions.Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

China's growing economic, tech, and military power makes it the elephant in the world's living room we can't ignore. Let's examine how China's rise in the end-times could affect us as individuals and globally. This should be a wake-up call to all of humanity, especially Christians.Show Notes:Click here to write letters to our fellow Christians in Chinese prisons.Send us a textConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Although many Christian leaders presume we're entering a golden age for the US and the world, I strongly disagree. End-time Bible prophecy points toward a widespread false sense of security, then sudden destruction. Let's look at the shocking global events ahead for us and how we should respond to the supposed peace in our time. Show Notes:No President, Prime Minister, or King will bring lasting peace. Only Jesus, The Prince of Peace, will when He returns.Related Bible verses:Psalm 118:8-9  It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in Man.Jeremiah 17:5 Cursed is the man who trusts in man and makes flesh his strength, whose heart turns away from the Lord.Be sure to check out the Concerning The Times YouTube channel!Send us a textConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

In this conversation, we discuss the reality of spiritual warfare, emphasizing the active role of Satan in seeking to destroy men, marriages, families, and testimonies. I want to stress the seriousness of this battle and the need for discernment and vigilance as we live out authentic manhood in the end times.Show Notes:  I highly recommend books, teaching, and videos by:Dave Hunt - Dave's teaching can be found on YouTube and at the ministry site of The Berean Call. He went to be with the Lord in 2011.Roger Oakland - Roger is the founder of Understand The Times. His books and teachings are on his ministry site, and teaching videos are also on YouTube.Send us a textConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Jesus said one of the signs of the end times is the love of many growing cold. We are rapidly approaching a time when brothers and sisters in the Lord will offend, betray, and hate one another. This is a call for true unity and genuine love among believers as love grows cold.Show Notes:Oswald Chambers: Click here for his books & devotionals, including My Utmost for His Highest.Please remember to rate and subscribe to the podcast. It is a tangible way to help reach lost souls and encourage believers.Happy & Blessed New Year! Send us a textConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Being liked and accepted by the world has become an idol and obsession to the growing apostate church across America and globally. It's time to stop playing Christianity as usual, and being so earthly-minded we're no heavenly good.Show notes:A.W. Tozer quote from the book The Quotable Tozer 2.Dave Hunt Quote from the book  Whatever Happened to Heaven?Dave was the founder of The Berean Call.Send us a textConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Many people came to hear Taylor Swift's concert on night 2 of the Eras Tour in Indy and heard the eternal gospel along the way to Lucas Oil Stadium. Pray that many people will believe in Jesus before it's too late. This is a 40-minute summary of our three hours of evangelism in downtown Indianapolis. Please take a moment to rate, share, and subscribe to this ministry podcast, as it helps us reach more people with the gospel. Thanks, and God bless you!Send us a textConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Jesus isn't a "Sky-Fairy, Old Man Upstairs, or Homeboy." He also isn't a Hallmark Channel version of God or Genie in a Bottle that much of watered-down Western Christianity makes Him out to be. We need to live bold lives that don't obscure the good news and diminish the great name of Jesus with tepid, religious, and hypocritical behavior.Show Notes:Here's the link to Pastor Tim's recent sermon audio I referenced. You'll find it under (Thursday morning) messages and other excellent teaching:  https://www.evangelchurch.co.uk/bicto...Link to Pastor Tim's church YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@ntpcballynahinchLink to our YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@ConcerningTheTimesKeith Green's message,  What's Wrong With the Gospel?   • What's Wrong With The Gospel? Part 1 ...  Send us a textConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Dear Catholic friend, do you have questions about eternity? Do you worry about having to go through purgatory to get into heaven? Has trying to keep the sacraments and be good enough to please God left you worried that you might not make it? In today's episode, you will find hope for the Roman Catholic heart! Show Notes:Video by Dave Hunt: The Counterfeit Christianity of Roman CatholicismBook by Roger Oakland: The eucharistic christ and new evangelizationVideo by Dr. John Barnett: Why I'm not a Roman CatholicVideo by Jan Markell and Mike Gendron: Unity With BabylonDear Catholic friend, have you come to saving faith in Jesus? Here's a word of encouragement and direction for you:"It is possible that there are some Catholics who are my brothers and sisters and have come to faith in Christ. When they do, they come into a deep conflict between what they now know is the truth of the word of God and what the Catholic Church teaches. They don't want to leave because of family, friends, and this has been their life, but they can't stay.”-Dave Hunt -The Berean CallSend us a Text Message.Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Send us a Text Message.Many Christians become so fixated on fighting against Pride Month that they miss the opportunity to warn LGBTQ people about the problem they share with everyone else. It's the problem of sin, a holy God, and coming judgment. They let pride get in the way of sharing the gospel. In this episode, we'll discuss a loving biblical response toward LGBTQ people.Show notes:Article: Letting Pride Get in the Way of the Gospel article.Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

In America and Europe, living for Jesus, for the most part, only costs us our reputation, and for many, that's too much of a cost to bear. You would think that with the gift of hindsight and discernment, the tepid approach of groveling for the world to like and accept us, Christians would see that it doesn't win disciples but makes false converts.Let's talk about what it means to say: I am not ashamed.Show Notes:A.W. Tozer's book, The Pursuit of God:  https://www.amazon.com/Pursuit-God-Updated-W-Tozer/dp/1622452968Link to Concerning The Times article: I am Not Ashamed https://concerningthetimes.com/i-am-not-ashamed/Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Many Christian conferences, including end-time Bible prophecy conferences, cost upwards of $50.00 to $100.00. This is profiteering in Jesus's name! Some end-time prophecy teachers use the genre for greedy gain, selfish ambition, and ego. How should Christians respond? Show Notes:Original article: Is End-Time Prophecy for Ego, Entertainment, or Equipping?  https://concerningthetimes.com/is-end...Connect to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbYZKFUm5-klBGu8fufbDbwDr. Mark Hitchcock's book, Russia Rising https://www.amazon.com/Russia-Rising-...Dr. Ron Rhodes's book, Bible Prophecy Under Siege https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Prophecy...Roger Oakland book, Another Jesus, the eucharistic christ and the new evangelization: https://www.amazon.com/Another-Jesus-...Erwin Lutzer's book The Church in Babylon, link: https://www.amazon.com/Church-Babylon...Jan Markell-Olive Tree Ministries, link: https://olivetreeviews.org/Rapture Ready, link: https://www.raptureready.com/Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

This podcast isn't meant to make sensational predictions but to take Jesus' repeated warnings seriously and consider how we would transform the way we live if we knew He was going to return tomorrow.Show notes:* This message was preached at Wheeler Men's Mission in Indy, so thank you for dealing with the background noise.Link to our article, Is End-Time Bible Prophecy Relevant? Part 1https://concerningthetimes.com/bible-prophecy-relevant/Link to: Is End-Time Bible Prophecy Relevant? Part 2https://concerningthetimes.com/bible-prophecy-relevant-part-2/Please remember to rate and subscribe to the Concerning The Times podcast.You can help us reach more people with the gospel by rating & subscribing. Thanks!Every blessing in Jesus.HowardConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

The average attention span is 8.25 seconds, down 4.25 seconds from just the year 2000. People are distracted with everyday life, while eternity is racing upon us. God will get the whole world's attention soon. Knowing that Jesus is coming soon, don't get distracted from eternity.Show Notes:The message was preached at Wheeler Men's Mission in Indianapolis, IN.https://wheelermission.org/Don't Get Distracted From Eternity video on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1vpSZDhxPk&t=376s*Please remember to rate and subscribe to our podcast. It is a tangible way to help our ministry reach people with the gospel. Thanks!Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Gen Z:  Have questions about Jesus? Is he real or relevant? This episode is for you! If you know someone between the ages of 15 and 30? Please share this episode.*Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe to our podcast, Thanks!Show Notes:More questions? Listen to the episode:  Who is Jesus?  https://concerningthetimes.buzzsprout.com/1740294/8545060Original article: An Open Letter to Gen Z About JesusHave you come to saving faith in Jesus? Contact UsSuicide and crisis helpline: Dial 988 or https://988lifeline.org/Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Global events of biblical proportions are about to take place. Jesus called them the beginning of sorrows & birth pains that would happen just before his return. We are living in the last days and the time to act is now!Show Notes:*  The first 19 minutes of this episode cover the events in Israel on October 7th 2023 and refuting replacement theology concerning Israel and the Jewish people.* Because of the graphic nature of the reporting on the Hamas massacre in Israel, please be advised this episode isn't suitable for young children.Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

We preached the gospel in Cincinnati outside of Great American Ballpark during the Reds-Cubs doubleheader. There was some opposition to our street preaching, but many people were interested in what we had to say. We had some good conversations, and hope that people will remember the words they heard and come to saving faith in Jesus. MaranathaPlease remember to subscribe to our channel to help us reach more people with the gospel.  ThanksFor questions, comments, ministry inquiries, or prayer requests, go to our ministry website:https://concerningthetimes.comConcerning The Times on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbYZKFUm5-klBGu8fufbDbwConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

I once read about a sister in Christ who said, "I'm looking for a church and other Christians who don't think this is the time for business as usual." Jesus is coming soon, and I want to remind believers that we have little time left to warn people to come to saving faith before God's Judgment falls on this world. This is no time for business as usual!Show Notes:You can see the original article on concerningthetimes.com.No time for business as usual on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hd7j3OREnO4&t=39sConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

We wanted to share what the Lord is doing through our evangelism and discipleship outreach this Summer. We preached the gospel in Slovakia, Austria, and the US.We hope you are encouraged and challenged through this praise report.Show Notes:Link to Erika's home church in Bratislava (there is a tab for English translation): Viera Baptist Faith FellowshipLink to Mark & Amy's Ministry (Josiah Venture-Training Center Kompas) in Bratislava.https://www.josiahventure.com/people-and-places/slovakia/3887Connect with us at Concerning The Times:http://concerningthetimes.comCTT on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbYZKFUm5-klBGu8fufbDbwTwitter:https://twitter.com/ConcerningtimesConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Pornography is a sin that devastates men, women, marriages, and souls.Let's examine the root causes, effects, and carnage from pornography in the light of scripture and expose this sin for what it does and where it leads:  It steals, kills, destroys, and ultimately ends in hell. We'll also talk about the forgiveness and healing from porn addiction that Jesus offers and a life free from shame and guilt.Show Notes:Article: Flirting with JezebelConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Nearly 150,000 people die and go into eternity daily. We'll discuss popular misconceptions about the afterlife and the belief there are many ways to heaven. Let's look together at what Jesus said about heaven, what it is, and how to get there. Show notes:This podcast episode is taken from the video:  The Reality of HeavenBook by Erwin Lutzer:  One Minute After You DieDo you have questions about Jesus and how to be saved for all eternity? Please visit:  Are you saved?*Please remember to rate and subscribe to our podcast. Thanks!Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

There's a place so terrible most preachers won't even preach about it. It's a place Jesus warned about often. Let's look together at what the Bible says about hell.Where will you go the second after you die? Most people will answer they would like to go to heaven. The Bible makes it clear that heaven is one of two places people will spend eternity when they die, and the other place is hell. Some use it as an expletive. Others relegate it to the realm of fantasy and make-believe. While others hope to avoid it at all costs. Show Notes:Recommended resources:Video:  The Reality of Hellhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8o4O2ZNp7UsBook:  God Has a Wonderful Plan for Your Life   by Ray Comforthttps://www.amazon.com/God-Wonderful-Plan-Your-Life/dp/1878859498Book:  One Minute After You Die   by Erwin Lutzerhttps://www.amazon.com/One-Minute-After-You-Die/dp/0802463053#hell, #heaven, #eternal life, #will I go to hell, #how could a loving God send people to hell, #is hell real, #where will I go when I die, #the reality of hell, #God has a wonderful plan for your life, #Ray Comfort, #Erwin Lutzer One minute after you die, #Fear of death, #eternal life, #What does the Bible say about hell, #Is the devil real, #What happens when I die,Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Threats of economic collapse, nuclear war, and food scarcity are causing people to stockpile massive amounts of provisions to survive.  There are others who seem oblivious to the dark days ahead. What does the Bible say about prepping and the question:  Should Christians be preppers?Show Notes:Should Christians be preppers? Click here for the YouTube video.Should Christians be Preppers? Click here for the original article.Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Let's look together at the spiritual deception mass marketed by groups like; Hillsong, Bethel, Elevation, and Jesus Culture. It's time to wake apathetic Christian leaders up to the truth. Behind the beautiful melodies, obscured by the fog and hidden behind the spotlights, lies an agenda. Worshiptainment is focused on man, not Jesus.Show notes:Link to:  Concerning The Times Worshiptainment articleLink to: Christian Post article on Elevation Church "spontaneous baptisms."Link to:  A warning about Worshiptainment YouTube videoConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Many preachers are cowards. Why? Because they value public opinion over what God thinks. This is the fruit of a watered-down American church more interested in gaining numbers, not true disciples. They use methods and marketing to reach the world instead of the gospel as people go into eternity.    Check out the article:  https://concerningthetimes.com/when-preachers-fail-to-warn/Show notes:Leonard Ravenhill's book:  Sodom Had No BibleMark Cahill's Book:   One Thing You Can't Do In HeavenConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Does Russia's invasion of Ukraine foreshadow a massive end-time showdown in the Middle East in the near future? Find out what Bible prophecy tells us about the perilous days ahead and the hope that can be yours. Connect at:  concerningthetimes.comEpisode notes:The Hook in Russia's Jaw link:  https://concerningthetimes.com/hook-r...Mark Hitchcock book - Russia Rising link:https://www.amazon.com/Russia-Rising-...Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Street preaching is perhaps one of the most controversial subjects among both Christians & non-Christians. Much of the controversy is because of false notions about what true biblical evangelism is and the way it has been tarnished by a few bad actors. This video will give you renewed zeal to witness the way Jesus, the early church, and saints of days gone by preached in the public square. Episode notes:Is Street Preaching Relevant article:  https://concerningthetimes.com/is-str...Ray Comfort's book:  http://store.livingwaters.com/books/e...Phil Blair/Torch of Christ Ministries on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKYc...Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

This world is increasingly filled with hopelessness. Desperation, depression, and despair are the rule, not the exception. People say, "peace, peace" but there is no lasting peace. So how do you find and maintain true lasting peace and hope in this troubled world? Join us for this episode to see what the Bible says about having peace and hope in the midst of this life.Show notes:Episode based on this article: God's Providence and Our Perseverance.https://concerningthetimes.com/gods-providence-and-our-perseverance/A favorite hymn reminding us of God's care for us: Great is Thy Faithfulnesshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IiQzzc41z5Q*It would be a great help to our ministry if you would rate, review, and subscribe to the Concerning The Times podcast. Every blessing in Jesus,  HowardConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

People will try anything to change their life. 3 steps to a happy marriage, 5 steps to lose weight, or 7 steps to get rich. What if I told you that there is one thing you can do to change your life forever? Let me tell you now.Show notes:Our website:  concerningthetimes.comCited:Stephen Covey - 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleCharles H Spurgeon - "Clowns entertaining goats."Resources:Whatever Happened to Repentance:  https://concerningthetimes.com/whatever-happened-repentance/They Won't Repent:  https://concerningthetimes.com/wont-repent/Are You Saved?  https://concerningthetimes.com/are-you-saved/Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Who is Jesus?  Who do other religions say he is?  Who does history & culture say he is?  Who does Jesus say he is?  Who do you say he is?Episode notes:Concerning The Times:  concerningthetimes.com   Menu: Are You Saved?Concerning The Times on YouTube: youtube.com/c/ConcerningTheTimesSources:Buddhism: J. Warner Wallace  from Cold-Case Christianity  https://coldcasechristianity.com/writings/who-is-jesus-according-to-other-religions/Hinduism:  Got questions. https://www.gotquestions.org/hinduism...Mankind is divine.Christian answers .net:  https://christiananswers.net/evangeli...Islam: Sharing the gospel with Muslims. BGEA (Billy Graham Evangelistic Association)https://billygraham.org/story/how-can...Islamic society of greater Springfield ILL.https://isogs.org/what-does-islam-say...Jesus from history:Uncover UK: Evidence outside of the Bible for Jesus.   https://www.uncover.org.uk/questions/...The Logos Herald. https://logosherald.com/quotes-jesus-...Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Noah, Prophets, and the Apostles gave warnings that were largely ignored.Jesus warned about the conditions in the world just prior to his return.It's time to pay attention to his warning.Show Notes: Concerning The Times ministry website:  concerningthetimes.comMedia mentioned: Petra song, Rose Colored Stained Glass Windows. Album: More Power To Ya - 1982Billy Graham quote:  "If God doesn't soon bring judgment upon America, He'll have to go back and apologize to Sodom and Gomorrah!"This statement frequently attributed to Billy Graham, actually originated with his wife, Ruth, during a review of her husband's manuscript for his book, World Aflame, published in 1965. He had just finished a chapter vividly describing the sinful conditions in America and gave it to Ruth to read. She was very much sobered by the writing and returned the document to the study where he was writing and laid it on his desk, saying, "Billy, if God doesn't come soon and bring judgment upon the United States, He's going to have to apologize to Sodom and Gomorrah!"Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

End-time Bible prophecy is perhaps the most debated, distorted, and divisive part of scripture. In this episode, we'll discuss the absolute importance of end-time prophecy and warn about Christian leaders who neglect and even trash it. Show notes:Go to concerningthetimes.com for our resources and to connect with other biblically sound teaching ministries.Book recommendation: A.W. Tozer - Preparing for Jesus' Return. Regal BooksConnect with us at: concerningthetimes.com

Hello Friends,  Welcome to our 1st podcast! In this episode, we will introduce ourselves and let you know about the great topics that we'll discuss in the upcoming podcasts and talk about the question almost everyone is asking now,  "What on earth is happening?"Connect with us at: concerningthetimes.com