I Believe! Now what?

Daystar is losing a number of its popular stars after months of ongoing scandal at the influential Christian television network involving alleged abuse cover-up, spiritual abuse and financial misconduct. At least six program hosts, most recently including evangelical heavyweights Jack Graham, Jesse Duplantis, Lance Wallnau and Hank and Brenda Kunneman, have parted ways with the network, though most have not cited the scandal as reason for their departure. I doubt it.

I thank my God always concerning you for the grace of God which was given you in Christ Jesus, that in everything you were enriched in Him, in all speech and all knowledge, even as the testimony concerning Christ was confirmed in you, so that you are not lacking in any gift, awaiting eagerly the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ, who will also confirm you to the end, blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is faithful, through whom you were called into fellowship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

We HAVE to talk about Wes Huff on Joe Rogan Experience. if you want to discuss a topic please write to: ibnwpodcast@gmail.com https://youtu.be/HwyAX69xG1Q?si=JQBQlwwN7W_T7IaC

If you need another reason to know Bethel Church is not a good one to follow, here it is. Benny Hinn, someone who has been proven to be a false prophet and overall bad teacher time and time again, we be a speaker at an upcoming conference. Article from  @Protestia  https://protestia.com/2025/01/04/bethel-church-hosting-arch-heretic-benny-hinn-for-holy-spirit-conference/ Clip shared from  @StevenKozarMessedUpChurch  https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8hoOTjBE-dk For more on Benny Hinn check out  @MikeWinger  https://youtu.be/X2Ip_3A32W0?si=DhO9QTe_vAVmJ6mA

Grace Community Church Pastor John MacArthur has had a "slower than expected" recovery from three surgeries performed last year and is currently hospitalized, according to a recent update. GCC Elder Tom Patton said in an update Sunday the prominent 85-year-old California pastor and author "suffered a series of health issues that kept him out of the pulpit and required three surgeries in the second half of 2024." "His recovery has been slower than expected, with occasional setbacks affecting his heart, lungs, and kidneys," Patton added. "The doctors have not yet discovered any single root cause for these diverse troubles." Article: https://www.christianpost.com/news/john-macarthur-hospitalized-recovering-slower-than-expected.html?clickType=link-topbar-news

From the Christian Post: A powerful tornado tore through a historic church in southern Mississippi over the weekend, leaving the congregation of O'Zion Baptist Church in Meadville to rely on their motto, "Small church, big heart," as they begin to rebuild for a second time from a tornado. The storm, part of a severe weather outbreak across the South, destroyed much of the church, which was established in 1917, on Saturday night, hurling the steeple into a nearby stand of trees, Fox Weather reports. https://www.christianpost.com/news/mississippi-tornado-leaves-couple-unscathed-in-church-wreckage.html?clickType=link-topbar-news

The Chosen” has sparked controversy after a sneak peek from the upcoming season of the series showed dialogue between Jesus Christ and Judas Iscariot, which some have criticized as “unbiblical.”

1 Corinthians 1:1-3 Paul, called as an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Sosthenes our brother, to the church of God which is at Corinth, to those who have been sanctified in Christ Jesus, saints by calling, with all who in every place call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, their Lord and ours: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

2024 has been a crazy year of accusations and this is another one to add to it. This story is breaking and more details are needed to understand all that is going on. This story was first published by The Roys Report https://julieroys.com/michael-brown-faces-sexual-misconduct-allegations-ministry-hires-third-party-investigator/

A day after suffering "a slight health incident" while preaching on Sunday, T.D. Jakes of The Potter's House megachurch in Dallas, Texas, filed a defamation lawsuit against former-pastor Duane Youngblood, who alleged he was assaulted by Jakes. Article: https://www.christianpost.com/news/td-jakes-files-defamation-lawsuit-against-duane-youngblood.html

Daystar Television Network, one of the most prominent "Christian" (self proclaimed) broadcasters, has faced its share of controversy. From the shocking allegations of abuse to lawsuits involving harassment by network leadership, Daystar's challenges paint a troubling picture of misconduct and accountability issues.

Today we are talking about the Tithe. Is it for today? or was this only an old testament concept under the law?

This is a short video going over Colossians chapter 2, where we look at the main topics and draw the application out of the scripture. I highly encourage you to read these on your own and to never just take my word for it. If you enjoy videos like these, please consider liking, subscribing, and sharing the video. And also be sure to let me know in the comments what you would like to see next.

In this video, we delve into the debated topic of spontaneous baptisms. Spontaneous baptisms, characterized by impromptu decisions to be baptized often during religious gatherings or events, have sparked intense debates within the Christian community. Is this biblical? Is this for today? What are the dangers? What are the considerations? We will go over these questions and more on Today's episode of I believe! Now what?

The Seeker Sensitive Movement is a philosophy or approach within Christianity that emphasizes making church services and environments more accessible and inviting to people who are not yet believers, often referred to as "seekers." The movement seeks to remove barriers that might prevent non-believers from feeling comfortable or welcome in church settings, with the goal of attracting them to explore the Christian faith. This movement is closely aligned with the Church Growth Movement and taught to revolutionize how church is conducted. In this video I will go over various aspects to include the history, examples, leaders, and compare to the Bible. I hope you enjoy it and if you like it please like share and subscribe. I hope this can help out people in their Christian walk of life and above all I hope this gives glory to God! (Some clips were used from multiple church YouTube channels and the church of tares documentary.)

An Exegetical look at Romans 10.

This episodes we will look at the issue of Pastors, leaders, and churches not responding to those in the congregation. As well as advice for the Pastors and ALSO the congregation.

This is part 2 of examining Romans 10:9-10 in depth. This section we will discuss Romans 10:9b "and believe in your heart that God raised Him (Jesus) from the dead". Believing in your heart that God raised Jesus from the dead is a fundamental tenet of Christian faith and holds significant theological and personal implications. This belief is at the core of the Christian understanding of Jesus Christ as the Son of God, the Savior, and the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan for humanity. The belief is rooted in the biblical accounts found in the New Testament, particularly in the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) and the writings of the Apostle Paul. According to these scriptures, Jesus, after being crucified and buried, was raised from the dead on the third day by the power of God. This resurrection is seen as a pivotal event in human history and is regarded as a miraculous and divine act that validates Jesus' claims of divinity and His role as the Messiah. Believing in Jesus' resurrection is not merely an intellectual acknowledgment but a profound conviction that goes to the core of one's faith. It involves: 1. **Trust in God's power:** Believers have confidence in God's ability to overcome death. The resurrection of Jesus is seen as the ultimate demonstration of God's power over sin and death. 2. **Affirmation of Jesus' identity:** Christians believe that Jesus is the Son of God and that His resurrection affirms His divine nature. It underscores His authority and unique relationship with the Father. 3. **Assurance of salvation:** The resurrection signifies victory over sin and offers the promise of eternal life to those who believe in Jesus. It is through faith in Jesus and His resurrection that Christians believe they can be reconciled with God and receive the gift of salvation. 4. **Hope for the future:** Believing in Jesus' resurrection provides hope for believers that they too will experience resurrection and eternal life in the presence of God after death. 5. **Transformation of life:** The belief in Jesus' resurrection leads to a transformation in the lives of believers. For Christians, the belief in the resurrection is not blind faith but is supported by various evidences presented in the Bible and historical accounts from that time. It has been a central theme in Christian theology and has been defended and expounded upon by numerous theologians throughout history. Ultimately, believing in your heart that God raised Jesus from the dead is an intensely personal and spiritual conviction. It goes beyond intellectual reasoning and involves a deep relationship with God, resulting in a profound sense of purpose, hope, and faith in the face of life's challenges and uncertainties. Resource used in making this video were: https://biblehub.com https://www.pexels.com The Bible App Study Material to make this video was found at but not limited too:  @gotquestions  https://www.biblegateway.com The MacArthur Study Bible The Apologetics Study Bible The CSB Study Bible The Reformation Study Bible The ESV Study Bible Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem and many other resources (to many to name all) If you have questions please comment of write us at: ibnwpodcast@gmail.com or Search for "I Believe! Now What?" on Facebook, twitter, and instagram. If this video was helpful please like, share, and subscribe for more.

In this episode, we delve into the profound message for the first half of Romans 10:9, a pivotal verse in the Bible that encapsulates the essence of Christian faith. Romans 10:9a reads: "If you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus as Lord,' This episode is apart of a larger series looking at Romans 10:9-10 We explore the Apostle Paul's background and the broader context of the book of Romans to better understand the profound impact of this verse on Christian doctrine and every day walk of life. Moreover, we address some common misconceptions and offer insights into how this scripture has been interpreted by other people. The video also examines the relationship between confession and belief, underscoring the inseparable connection between one's heart and words in the journey of faith. Whether you are a long-time believer seeking a deeper understanding of your faith or someone exploring Christianity for the first time, this video provides a clear and accessible explanation of Romans 10:9a. We hope to foster a sense of unity among believers and offer a message of hope to those in search of spiritual guidance, all in the power of God and not of ourselves. Join us as we explore the profound teachings of Romans 10:9a, reaffirming the power of faith, salvation, and the transformative love of Jesus Christ. the Bible Hub app was used for the images of the Greek Words discussed.

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the fascinating and sometimes controversial question that has intrigued many believers: Are Christians allowed to drink alcohol? Join us as we explore this topic. Throughout the episode we explore questions such as: Was wine in the Bible actually alcoholic? Was the wine Jesus made alcoholic? How should this apply to our daily christian lives? We will also examine the process of how wine was made in the times of the Bible. Ultimately, our goal is to help you in your understanding so you can come to a conviction (through prayer) from your own studies. If you have any questions, comments or concerns please write us at: ibnwpodcast@gmail.com or find us on Facebook and Instagram.

When looking for a healthy Church, an important factor is prayer.  Not just praying while you search but seeing if your church placeless an importance on prayer.  In this video I want to: 1. Help you find a church that prays, 2. Help you identify if your current church places and emphasis on prayer.  3. If you think your current church is not a praying church, instead of leaving, be the change in that church and talk to the Elders and pastors about it. 

Have you seen this before?  You are in a church, the pastor is at the end of the message, maybe some music playing in the background and the lights are dimming, and the pastor gives an invite to people who have not believed in Christ, or people who want to rededicate their lives, to come to the front and pray a prayer.  The pastor asks you to repeat a prayer he starts saying or has some deacons and elders come pray with you individually, and at the end tells you, if you prayed this prayer or came up here then you are saved.  Now there may be some differences here and there but What I generally just described to you is the practice of “The Altar Call”.  Today we are going to look at this practice and answer these Questions: What is an altar call, is it biblical, where did it come from, and should our churches be practicing this?

Because of the military, my wife and I have to change up our church around every 2-3 years. Because of this, we have developed a tested plan in how to find a new church and I would like to share that with you in this episode. Please send us your thoughts at ibnwpodcast@gmail.com You can also watch this episode on our YouTube Channel.

In this episode, we will go over expository preaching and topical preaching in regards to sermons. I hope you enjoy this episode and please give any feedback or suggestions for episodes at ibnwpodcast@gmail.com You can also watch this Episode on our YouTube channel.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; Fools despise wisdom and instruction.

Jesus' Birth Foretold: Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city in Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin engaged to a man whose name was Joseph, of the descendants of David; and the virgin's name was Mary. And coming in, he said to her, “Greetings, favored one! The Lord is with you.”  But she was very perplexed at this statement, and kept pondering what kind of salutation this was.  The angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; for you have found favor with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall name Him Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High; and the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David; and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and His kingdom will have no end.” Mary said to the angel, “How can this be, since I am a virgin?” 35 The angel answered and said to her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; and for that reason the holy Child shall be called the Son of God. 36 And behold, even your relative Elizabeth has also conceived a son in her old age; and she who was called barren is now in her sixth month. For nothing will be impossible with God.” And Mary said, “Behold, the slave of the Lord; may it be done to me according to your word.” And the angel departed from her.

The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel: 2 To know wisdom and instruction, To perceive the words of understanding, 3 To receive the instruction of wisdom,Justice, judgment, and equity; 4 To give prudence to the simple,To the young man knowledge and discretion—

A look at why our world is the way it is right now and the answer to fix it.

Background on the book of Proverbs.

In today's episode we are going over Luke 1:5-25.

In today's episode we dive into who was Luke? Luke as in....the writer of the Gospel of Luke, or according to Luke....depending on which version of the Bible you use. Regardless, we are going to dive into Luke, his gospel, and overall set a context for a study into Luke's Gospel account.

In today's episode we are going to break down Romans 8: 1-4 as we continue our study through the book of Romans.

This episode will be a short overview and reading of Romans 8 as we get ready for our verse by verse study of the chapter. I hope this gives you a good birds eye view before we dive into the trees.

Today we are going to be going over Romans 7:14-25 and if I had to title this message or as my pastor normally says a “big idea” it would be “As Christians we are done with sin, but sin is not done with us.” I understand that sounds like a depressing title but I once heard that from a pastor while scrolling through youtube some years back, I wish I could remember the name so I can give accreditation where it is due, but regardless, those words stuck with me and drew me to this passage in Romans. But to make sure all is clear, while sin may not be done with us, as in our struggle with sin in our life, this passage is by no means a free pass for believers to have a “defeatist attitude” of “well its going to happen anyways….” But rather knowing clearly that we have the ability to fight that sin all through the power of the Holy Spirit. Gmail: ibnwpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: I Believe, Now What? TikTok: savedbythesavior Twitter: IBelieveNowWhat Instagram: ibelievenowwhat

A common question many Christians ask is “How should we act in relation to the Law?” And I am not talking about government and human law but rather the Old Testament Law. Today on IBNW we are going to answer that question as we dig into Romans 7:1-13 Where the Apostle Paul is writing to believers on this very subject. Hello and welcome to another episode. After a long break we are picking bak up our study through the book of romans and starting our journey into chapter 7. To keep everything in context, Chapter 7 really is a deep dive into what the apostle Paul was addressing in Romans chapter 6 where he talked about how believers are Dead to sin and alive to God.

This episode will wrap up our small series on eschatology. I was very blessed to have Trish aka HappyHolyHealthyLife from TikTok, come join in the show. She really has studied this topic well and brought up a lot of good points to take in consideration when studying this topic.

In this episode I dive into why we haven't had a Podcast episode in over six months. I talk about what happened during those six months and why it made me realize something I already knew but didn't fully know, and that is how important fellowship is in a Christian walk. We will also go over the future of the podcast and what episodes to look forward to.

I welcome Blake to the show to talk about Post Millennialism view. This is a long episode so I recommend listening in breaks but if you have the time to listen all at once, by all means do so. I want to make clear I am trying to stay as neutral as possible during this interview even tho I personally hold to a classic pre-mil view. Hope this helps educate!

This is part 2 on an overview of eschatology. I am once again joined by Tyler from brewed up apologetics. If you have any questions you can find us on social media or write us at ibnwpodcast@gmail.com

This weeks episode kicks off a new series where we will be diving into the various views of eschatology. This weeks episode will be a broad overview and for this I brought in Tyler from Brewed Up Apologetics. Tyler is a full time apologist and he joins me as we talk with very broad strokes on eschatology as a whole. I hope you enjoy this episode and as always if you have questing or comments you can find me on facebook, twitter, and Instagram or even my personal tiktok account savedbythesavior. Or you can always email ibnwpodcast@gmail.com

This episode gives some deep explanation to a few things we walked about last week. We touch up on why we can be secure in salvation and how it's because of God's sovereignty in salvation.

I think its very typical that at times in our christian walk, we stumble and sin. And after we sin we feel so guilty as if we are not worthy to pray, read our bible or maybe even go back to church. I want to go over these passages to remind us what we have in Christ Jesus.

On today's episode we are going over why Jesus said that a gentile Roman Centurion had greater faith than anyone in all of Israel. We talk about the passage in context, verse by verse as we break it down to understand what Jesus is saying here. If you have any questions comments or concerns please write at ibnwpodcast@gmail.com or find us on social media by searching for I Believe Now What.

In this episode we will continue to look at some of Jesus' "truly" statements and this one specifically in Matthew 6. If you have questions, comments or just need some prayer please look us up on Facebook, instagram or twitter. Or write us on email at ibnwpodcast@gmail.com

On this week's episode I brought in a special guest, Alex St. Onge better known as 60seconddoctrine on TikTok. Alex is a seminary student at South Eastern Theological Seminary as well as a High School Teach. We will be diving in and talking about Matthew 5:18 and in context Matthew 5:17-21 with the overall theme of "How should Christians view the old testament Law". In this episode we will also tackle the growing Hebrew Roots other wise known as Torah Observant moment as well as the Hyper-dispensational movement in relation to this verse. I pray this helps edify and if you have any questions please write us at ibnwpodcast@gmail.com or you can find us on social media such as facebook, instagram and twitter by searching for "I Believe Now What".

In today's episode we will go through Romans 12:1-2 and talk about what this means. What it means to be a "living sacrifice" and talk about how worship is not defined by what we call worship but rather what GOD calls worship. I hope you enjoy and if you have questions, comments or anything else. You can find us on Social media or email us at ibnwpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode I had the privilege of interviewing my father, Ed Perko. He gives us an insight of what is was like growing up in a traditional catholic family, dealing with divorce of his parents, alcoholic father, and being drafted during the Vietnam war. All that to getting married, coming to a saving faith in Christ, sharing the gospel with family, raising kids in the Lord, going to bible college and dealing with church hurt and after going through all that growing closer to Christ.

In this weeks episode, we talk about how to find a church. This episode is relevant for new and old christians alike. If you are looking for your first church or maybe just want to find a new one, my hope is that this episode helps you. I have been in the military the last 17 years and in that I have to find a new church every time I move. I have made a lot of mistakes and also found a lot of good things, so I'm hoping that all my experience can help. I obviously did not go over everything since there are nuances with every church, but we cover many general topics.

The Lord's Supper, The Lord's Table, communion. This Christians ordnance has a few different names but what actually matters is the manner in which you receive it. In my life as an active duty military Soldier, I have seen a variety of ways Church go about this ordnance but sadly many never talk about it in depth. In this episode I want to talk about The Lord's table and specifically how to take it in a worth manner and give the warnings for those who take it in an unworthy manner. If you have any questions or maybe you have a topic you want discussed, or even join us for an in person conversation please write us and let us know. You can find us on facebook, twitter, instagram or email is at ibnwpodcast@gmail.com

If you have not listened to part 1 please do as it places this episode in context. In this episode we examine 1 Corinthians 12-14 as we continue our topic of speaking in tongues and the different view points that come with it. If you have any questions, comments or concerns please find us on social media by searching "I believe now what" or write us an email at ibnwpodcast@gmail.com

This episode, we will talk about something that you may encounter (if not already) and that is speaking in tongues. There are many different views on this and I can not possibly cover everything but for this I wanted to give my personal opinion and experience with this and then dive into scripture and see what the Bible says about this. I am well aware that this episode may be offensive to some but my prayer is that I'm speaking (in love) what I believe the Bible says on these topics. Please do not take my word for it and look these things up yourself. I try to provide scripture for every view I hold on this. If you have questions you can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter or email us at ibnwpodcast@gmail.com