Podcasts about Agrippa

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026

Covenant Worship Church | Jeevan Kishore Gurram

Being Witnesses for Christ || The Acts of the Apostles || Ps. Jeevan Kishore Gurram

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 121:45

Overview of the Book of ActsThe Book of Acts is presented as the "History of the Early Church," documenting the events that occurred from the establishment of the church following Jesus Christ's ascension. It is also frequently referred to as the "Acts of the Holy Spirit" because it highlights the Spirit's central role in the ministry of the apostles.Key Background Details:• Author: It was written by Luke, the physician and historian, who also authored the Gospel of Luke.• Audience & Date: Written to Theophilus between 60–62 AD, ending just before the martyrdom of the Apostle Paul.• Scope: It contains 28 chapters and 1,007 verses, providing a historical bridge from the Gospels to the expansion of the global church.The Foundational Mandate: Acts 1:8The entire book is anchored in Acts 1:8, which serves as its primary outline: "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth". The teaching emphasizes that being a witness (Sakshulu) is only possible through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, not through human talent or personality.Structural Framework: The "WITNESS" AcronymThe speaker uses the acronym "WITNESS" to categorize the progression of the early church's growth:1. W – Waiting for Power (Chapter 1): Before beginning ministry, the 120 disciples waited and prayed in the upper room for 10 days until Pentecost.2. I – Ignited at Pentecost (Chapter 2): The Holy Spirit was poured out, and the church was "ignited" with bold testimony, leading to the first 3,000 conversions.3. T – Testimony in Jerusalem (Chapters 3–7): The Gospel was preached with signs and wonders in Jerusalem, but this stage also introduced the first opposition and the martyrdom of Stephen.4. N – Nations Reached (Chapters 8–12): Due to persecution, the Gospel spread beyond Jerusalem to Judea and Samaria, reaching the Ethiopian eunuch, Cornelius (a Gentile), and Saul of Tarsus.5. E – Expansion through Paul (Chapters 13–20): This section details Paul's three missionary journeys and the strategy of sending leaders to multiply churches.6. S – Suffering and Defense (Chapters 21–26): Paul is arrested and uses his trials as a platform to defend the faith before kings like Felix, Festus, and Agrippa.7. S – Sent to Rome (Chapters 27–28): Despite shipwrecks and imprisonment, Paul reaches Rome, proving the Gospel is unstoppable.Key Components of the Early ChurchThe sources highlight specific lists that define the early church's activity:• 8 Major Sermons: These speeches show how the Gospel was tailored for diverse audiences, including Jews, Gentiles, and philosophers.• 10 Powerful Prayers: The early church relied on prayer for everything from choosing leaders (Matthias) to seeking boldness during persecution.• Miracles & Conversions: Over 20 miracles are recorded, confirming the Word. Conversions spanned cultures, reaching Jews, Samaritans, Africans, Romans, and Greeks.Practical Spiritual LessonsA significant portion of the teaching focuses on the internal life of a witness:• Reliance on the Spirit, Not Personality: The speaker notes that Peter, though once impulsive, became a powerful orator when filled with the Spirit.• The Power of the Word: Using a counterfeit currency analogy, the speaker explains that by studying the "original" Word of God deeply, a believer can easily identify the deceptions and "fake" teachings of the world.• God Uses Your Background: Just as God used Paul's deep knowledge of the Law and his Roman citizenship for the Gospel, He can use any person's unique expertise for His glory.• Ongoing Acts: The speaker concludes that while the book ends abruptly, the "Acts" continue today through the lives of modern believers who live as witnesses.

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 4:26

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Paul Testifies Before Agrippa II (Pt 5)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026

Trinity Presbyterian Church

Sovereignly Shaped

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026

Acts 25 Now three days after Festus had arrived in the province, he went up to Jerusalem from Caesarea. 2 And the chief priests and the principal men of the Jews laid out their case against Paul, and they urged him, 3 asking as a favor against Paul that he summon him to Jerusalem—because they were planning an ambush to kill him on the way. 4 Festus replied that Paul was being kept at Caesarea and that he himself intended to go there shortly. 5 “So,” said he, “let the men of authority among you go down with me, and if there is anything wrong about the man, let them bring charges against him.” 6 After he stayed among them not more than eight or ten days, he went down to Caesa-rea. And the next day he took his seat on the tribunal and ordered Paul to be brought. 7 When he had arrived, the Jews who had come down from Jerusalem stood around him, bringing many and serious charges against him that they could not prove. 8 Paul argued in his defense, “Neither against the law of the Jews, nor against the temple, nor against Caesar have I committed any offense.” 9 But Festus, wishing to do the Jews a favor, said to Paul, “Do you wish to go up to Jerusalem and there be tried on these charges before me?” 10 But Paul said, “I am standing before Caesar's tribunal, where I ought to be tried. To the Jews I have done no wrong, as you yourself know very well. 11 If then I am a wrong-doer and have committed anything for which I deserve to die, I do not seek to escape death. But if there is nothing to their charges against me, no one can give me up to them. I appeal to Caesar.” 12 Then Festus, when he had conferred with his council, an-swered, “To Caesar you have appealed; to Caesar you shall go.” 13 Now when some days had passed, Agrippa the king and Bernice arrived at Caesarea and greeted Festus. 14 And as they stayed there many days, Festus laid Paul's case before the king, saying, “There is a man left prisoner by Felix, 15 and when I was at Jeru-salem, the chief priests and the elders of the Jews laid out their case against him, ask-ing for a sentence of condemnation against him. 16 I answered them that it was not the custom of the Romans to give up anyone before the accused met the accusers face to face and had opportunity to make his defense concerning the charge laid against him. 17 So when they came together here, I made no delay, but on the next day took my seat on the tribunal and ordered the man to be brought. 18 When the accusers stood up, they brought no charge in his case of such evils as I supposed. 19 Rather they had cer-tain points of dispute with him about their own religion and about a certain Jesus, who was dead, but whom Paul asserted to be alive. 20 Being at a loss how to investigate these questions, I asked whether he wanted to go to Jerusalem and be tried there re- garding them. 21 But when Paul had appealed to be kept in custody for the decision of the emperor, I ordered him to be held until I could send him to Caesar.” 22 Then Agrippa said to Festus, “I would like to hear the man myself.” “Tomorrow,” said he, “you will hear him.” 23 So on the next day Agrippa and Bernice came with great pomp, and they entered the audience hall with the military tribunes and the prominent men of the city. Then, at the command of Festus, Paul was brought in. 24 And Festus said, “King Agrippa and all who are present with us, you see this man about whom the whole Jewish people peti-tioned me, both in Jerusalem and here, shouting that he ought not to live any longer. 25 But I found that he had done nothing deserving death. And as he himself appealed to the emperor, I decided to go ahead and send him. 26 But I have nothing definite to write to my lord about him. Therefore I have brought him before you all, and especially before you, King Agrippa, so that, after we have examined him, I may have something to write. 27 For it seems to me unreasonable, in sending a prisoner, not to indicate the charges against him.” 12

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Paul Testifies Before Agrippa II (Pt 4)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026

Christ Church (Moscow, ID)

Aprés Walking Dead, l'inquisition - ComicsDiscoveryS10E15 : Hérétique

ComicsDiscovery

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 76:45

Bienvenue pour un nouvel épisode de ComicsDiscovery ! Cette semaine, nous avons le plaisir de recevoir Gaëlle Hersent et Margaux Saltel, impliquées dans l'organisation du Festival interconnecté de la bande dessinée à Montpellier. Un épisode un peu particulier, puisque l'on parle à la fois d'un événement majeur, d'une mobilisation historique dans le milieu de la bande dessinée, et bien sûr du comic de la semaine : Hérétique de Robbie Morrison et Charlie Adlard, disponible chez Delcourt. Festival interconnecté : un contre-festival porté par GirlxcottLe Girlcott est né à la suite des révélations sur les violences systémiques et le management toxique entourant le Festival d'Angoulême, ainsi que sur la manière dont certaines personnes victimes de VSS ont été traitées. Cette mobilisation, devenue la collective Girlxcott (pour être plus inclusive), fédère aujourd'hui des centaines d'auteurices de bande dessinée. Le but est de mobiliser pour défendre leurs droits, lutter contre les violences sexistes et sexuelles, et faire évoluer en profondeur un milieu longtemps dominé par des logiques d'exclusion et de privilèges. Après une mobilisation historique ayant mené à l'annulation de l'édition 2026 du FIBD, la collective s'organise et devient une association loi 1901, avec pour vocation le soutien à la création et à la diffusion de la bande dessinée dans une perspective féministe et inclusive. Avec l'annulation du FIBD, Girlxcott a décidé de lancer le Festival interconnecté de la bande dessinée, un contre-festival organisé simultanément dans plusieurs villes de France. L'objectif est de rassembler une multitude d'événements autour de la BD, avec un angle politique, féministe et inclusif. Nous en discutons avec Margaux Saltel et Gaëlle Hersent, et plus particulièrement de la version montpelliéraine du festival.

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Defense Before Agrippa

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 35:54

In this chapter, we learn the basic structure of Paul's evangelistic message. What was the content of the gospel that he preached? And what was the process through which unbelievers were brought to faith?

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L'Instant Swimrun

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 67:33

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Paul Before Festus and Agrippa (Acts 25:1-26:32)

West London Alliance Church: Weekly Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026

Paul defends himself and his faith again, this time before King Agrippa. Speaker: Jude St. John

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Dumb Scum & Villainy - 1.03 - Anarch III

Canada by Night: A Vampire the Masquerade Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 57:13

Having been sent by Agrippa the Hutt to intercept an Imperial shuttle, our heroes have arrived at a refuelling station they've dubbed “the pleasure tumor”. Forming a plan they decided Vic will grab attention as a high roller int the casino, Wakka Wakka Fonzie will start a fight ring, and Brash will focus on stealing their prize! This episode features our Game Master Tom McGee (@mcgeetd), Ryan LaPlante (@theryanlaplante) as Abraxes “Brash” Korr, Tyler Hewitt (@Tyler_Hewitt) as Vic Denbar and Adam McNamara (@adammcnamara13) as the forgetful psychopath Wakka Wakka Fonzie! You can find more episodes of Dumb Scum & Villainy on whatever podcatcher you're using to listen to this episode now!Enjoying Dumb Scum & Villainy?- Consider becoming a Patron of Dumb-Dumbs & Dice for as little as $1 a month and gain access to a ton of extra BTS fun (https://www.patreon.com/dumbdumbdice)- Buy merch on our website (https://dumbdumbdice.com/)- Follow us on social media: @dumbdumbdiceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Trial Before King Agrippa

The Bible Study Hour on Oneplace.com

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 33:52

The Apostle Paul is about to have his third hearing before the authorities of his day, but unlike his previous defenses, this hearing with King Agrippa was to prove more promising, because Agrippa had both a knowledge of Jewish ways and a standing with Rome. Join Dr. James Boice next time, on The Bible Study Hour as he takes us through Paul's defense before Agrippa on his journey to Rome. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29?v=20251111

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"The Real Meaning Of 67"

FaithFire Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 15:39 Transcription Available

A throwaway “6-7” might feel like a joke, but we trace it to a deeper ache: a generation mourning what feels missing and reaching for something real. We follow a surprising biblical path—from Abel Mizraim in Genesis 50 to Agrippa in Acts 26—to reveal a pattern of grief, longing, and the threshold of surrender. Along the way, we wrestle with information overload, the allure of spiritual talk without transformation, and the quiet ways God still breaks in when people groan for deliverance.We share a candid look at youth culture—idolizing fame, drowning in content, and yet starving for unconditional love—and then hold it up to the promise of Exodus 2: God hears, remembers, sees, and acts. The conversation digs into new data on Gen Z and millennial faith, including surprising growth trends and how most lifelong commitments to Jesus happen before eighteen. The takeaway isn't a neat headline; it's a call to humility, intercession, and presence. If cynicism says “none of this matters,” Psalm 67 answers with a counter-anthem: May God be gracious to us and bless us so His ways are known on earth.We pray over every generation, asking for uncommon encounters with the Holy Spirit, healing, deliverance, and a living knowledge of Jesus that cuts through noise. If you've heard “6-7” and shrugged, consider this your nudge to look again. The field isn't barren; the meadow is beginning to yield. Listen for practical ways to pray, simple ways to witness, and a hopeful vision for what happens when mourning turns to praise.If this resonated, share it with a friend, subscribe for more, and leave a review to help others find the message. Your voice helps carry hope to those still searching.Support the showYou can support the ministry of FaithFire here. For text alerts when we go live or release future podcasts, text FAITHFIRE to 55498.

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Dumb Scum & Villainy - 1.02 - The Falleen Express

Canada by Night: A Vampire the Masquerade Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 49:19

Our heroes have been sent to pick up a package by Agrippa the Hutt! Each of them brought along a specialist: the bruiser Dibs, the mechanic Shatterstar, and the spy-courtesan Nix. They've entered hyperspace, heading for their target, and Wakka Wakka Fonzie is getting a message from a jukebox. What could possibly happen next in a galaxy far, far away? This episode features our Game Master Tom McGee (@mcgeetd), Ryan LaPlante (@theryanlaplante) as Abraxes “Brash” Korr, Tyler Hewitt (@Tyler_Hewitt) as Vic Denbar and Adam McNamara (@adammcnamara13) as the forgetful psychopath Wakka Wakka Fonzie! You can find more episodes of Dumb Scum & Villainy on whatever podcatcher you're using to listen to this episode now!Enjoying Dumb Scum & Villainy?- Consider becoming a Patron of Dumb-Dumbs & Dice for as little as $1 a month and gain access to a ton of extra BTS fun (https://www.patreon.com/dumbdumbdice)- Buy merch on our website (https://dumbdumbdice.com/)- Follow us on social media: @dumbdumbdiceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Ministers called by Jesus share God's views with the church thereby glorifying God

Building your house on the word from God

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 37:17

(This podcast was previously published on February 21, 2021) Jesus Ministries, Joan Boney ... Many ministers in today's churches glorify themselves by sharing what they think. These are ministers of Satan as they seem to be "angels of light," deceiving churches. Paul says: II Corinthians 11:13-15 For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works. Some years ago, I heard the Catholic pope say on TV news that he didn't see anything wrong with homosexuals. I screamed out: "What about the Bible." Romans 1:26-27 For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature: And likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one toward another; men with men working that which is unseemly, and receiving in themselves that recompence of their error which was meet. The scriptures glorify God, showing God's view of the situations. The Catholic pope glorifies himself giving his views. A divorced woman wanted to remarry. She went to a pastor to see if she, being divorced, could remarry. The pastor said, "My sister divorced and remarried. I don't see anything wrong with this." So this woman remarried after divorce. Later she was born again and began reading the Bible and saw by the various scriptures that the divorced woman who remarries commits adultery. The pope and the pastor lead people into damnation, failing to present the Word of God on the issue. And they glorify their own selves by their own opinions. Ministers of God glorify God by presenting the views spoken by God. Galatians 1:8 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. 10-12 For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ. But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man. For I neither received it of man, neither was I taught it, but by the revelation of Jesus Christ. Damnation to every minister who speaks his own opinions and fails to share the words of God on the matter at hand. The Words of God are salvation to us who believe, and those Words glorify God when we speak them. ***** In today's church, ministers of Jesus are called by Jesus from heaven. The apostle Paul tells king Agrippa about his calling by Jesus from heaven to be a minister of Jesus. Acts 26 Paul says: 12 Whereupon as I went to Damascus with authority and commission from the chief priests, 13 At midday, O king, I saw in the way a light from heaven, above the brightness of the sun, shining round about me and them which journeyed with me. 14 And when we were all fallen to the earth, I heard a voice speaking unto me, and saying in the Hebrew tongue, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou ME? it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. 15 And I said, Who art thou, Lord? And HE said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest. 16 But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee; 17 Delivering thee from the people, and from the Gentiles, unto whom now I send thee, 18 To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in ME. 19 Whereupon, O king Agrippa, I was not disobedient unto the heavenly vision: Today, each minister of Jesus is called from heaven by Jesus, as was Paul, and put into the ministry offices by Jesus according to the will of God. It is not by his own will that a minister to the New Testament church goes into the ministry. It is by the call of the Spirit of Jesus. Ephesians 4 8 Wherefore HE saith, When HE ascended up on high, HE led captivity captive, and gave gifts unto men. 11 And HE gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; 12 For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: 13 Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ: 14 That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive; 15 But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into HIM in all things, which is the head, even Christ: *** But today many ministers are ministers of Satan. They, by their own will, not by the call of Jesus, put themselves into the ministry. II Corinthians 11 13 For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. 14 And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. 15 Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works. *** Jesus says, concerning the last days: Matthew 24:4-5 Take heed that no man deceive you. For many shall come in MY name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many.

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BONUS : Agrippa d'Aubigné

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 2:14

Agrippa d'Aubigné a traversé les guerres de Religion sans jamais renier ce en quoi il croyait. À travers ses Tragiques, il a fait de la poésie une arme, et de la France un champ de bataille moral.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

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Agrippa d'Aubigné

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 22:58

Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

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Introducing...Dumb Scum & Villainy - A Star Wars RPG Podcast - 1.01 - Agrippa The Hut

Canada by Night: A Vampire the Masquerade Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 69:05

While our hiatus continues, we hope you enjoy another Dumb-Dumbs & Dice podcast, Dumb Scum & Villainy - a Star Wars RPG Podcast where professional voice over actors and improvisers explore the underworld of the Star Wars: Edge of the Empire roleplaying game. This series features the familiar voices of Game Master Tom McGee, and voice over artists and improvisers Ryan LaPlante, Tyler Hewitt, and Adam McNamara! So join our crew of bumbling criminals, see if they turn to the dark side or stay in the shadowy parts of the light. Enjoy an adventure in a galaxy far, far away!You can find more episodes of Dumb Scum & Villainy on whatever podcatcher you're using to listen to this episode now!Enjoying Dumb Scum & Villainy?- Consider becoming a Patron of Dumb-Dumbs & Dice for as little as $1 a month and gain access to a ton of extra BTS fun (https://www.patreon.com/dumbdumbdice)- Buy merch on our website (https://dumbdumbdice.com/)- Follow us on social media: @dumbdumbdiceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Faithful Without The Finish

Community Christian Church

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2025

Some conversations don't end in a breakthrough. But that doesn't mean they're wasted. In Acts 25–26, Paul finds himself standing before King Agrippa. Surrounded by power, politics, and skepticism, Paul doesn't flinch. He doesn't pull back. He shares the gospel with clarity and compassion, even though Agrippa walks away unmoved. Why? Because Paul understood that the outcome is God's job. Ours is to speak, invite, and obey. This message reminds us of the power of a persistent invitation. Whether you're sharing your faith, inviting someone to church, or planting a seed of hope in someone's heart, you never know what God is setting up on the other side of your ask. Don't take someone's first “no” as final. God writes long stories, and sometimes your faithfulness is the chapter that sets up their breakthrough.

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S8 Ep254: Show 12-26-25 The show begins in doubts of the veneration of Cicero. and the derogation of Aggripina Minor. ROME BEFORE THE EMPERORS: CICERO'S RISE Colleague Josiah Osgood. John Batchelor introduces Josiah Osgood to discuss Marcus Tullius Cic

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 3:44

Show 12-26-25 The show begins in doubts of the veneration of Cicero. and the derogation of Aggripina Minor. 1880 SULLA SACKING ROME ROME BEFORE THE EMPERORS: CICERO'S RISE Colleague Josiah Osgood. John Batchelor introduces Josiah Osgood to discuss Marcus Tullius Cicero, a "new man" who rose to political prominence through legal skill in the 1st century BCE. They examine Cicero's debut defense of Roscius, accused of patricide, a crime punished by being sewn into a sack with animals. Cicero proved Roscius was framed by relatives seeking to seize his inheritance, establishing his reputation for storytelling and detective work. NUMBER 1 THE PROSECUTION OF VERRES Colleague Josiah Osgood. Cicero takes on the corruption trial of Gaius Verres, the governor of Sicily who looted art and money from the province. Although Cicero usually defended clients to earn favors, he prosecuted Verres to align with political shifts demanding reform. Verres was backed by the Senateestablishment and Sulla's followers, making Cicero's move a bold attack by an outsider against a "crooked establishment" to cleanse the government. NUMBER 2 CICERO VS. CATILINE: THE CONSPIRACY BEGINS Colleague Josiah Osgood. Cicero captivated the jury against Verres by describing the governor partying while pirates raided Syracuse, causing Verres to flee into exile. Later, Cicero achieved the consulship by defeating Catiline, an aristocrat who became his bitter rival. Desperate after losing the election again, Catiline conspired with a fashionable group of young men to overthrow the government, leading to a showdown with Cicero in the Senate. NUMBER 3 THE EXECUTION MISTAKE Colleague Josiah Osgood. Cicero ordered the execution of five high-ranking Romancitizens allied with Catiline without a trial, believing them to be traitors who forfeited citizenship. This decision, made despite Julius Caesar's suggestion of life imprisonment, became a major political error. Cicero's gloating and refusal to grant due process alienated the public and powerful figures, turning him into a target for the populist movement and threatening his future career. NUMBER 4 THE BONA DEA SCANDAL Colleague Josiah Osgood. A scandal erupts when Publius Clodius infiltrates the women-only Bona Dea ceremony at Caesar's house disguised as a female musician, allegedly to pursue Caesar's wife. Although Cicero initially hesitated, he testified against Clodius, destroying his alibi that he was out of town. This testimony created a dangerous enemy in Clodius, who, despite the sacrilege charge, managed to secure an acquittal through bribery. NUMBER 5 EXILE AND THE TEMPLE OF LIBERTY Colleague Josiah Osgood. Seeking revenge, Clodius transitions to plebeian status to become a tribune and passes a law punishing anyone who executed citizens without trial, specifically targeting Cicero. Forced into exile, Cicero flees Rome while Clodius destroys his mansion on Palatine Hill. Clodiusdedicates the site to the goddess Liberty as a political coup and a humiliation to Cicero, while also harassing Cicero'swife, Terentia, who remained in Rome. NUMBER 6 THE IDES OF MARCH Colleague Josiah Osgood. Cicero returns to a Rome on the brink of civil war, eventually being pardoned by the victor, Caesar. Resenting Caesar's tyranny, Cicero seemingly encouraged Brutus but was not part of the assassination plot. On the Ides of March, Cicero witnessed the murder in the Senate; Brutus shouted Cicero's name while holding the bloody dagger, linking the orator to the restoration of the Republic in the public eye. NUMBER 7 THE DEATH OF CICERO Colleague Josiah Osgood. Following Caesar's death, Cicero returns to politics to oppose Mark Antony, delivering the "Philippics" and allying with young Octavian. This strategy backfires when Octavianreconciles with Antony, leading to a kill order against Cicero for his anti-Caesar rhetoric. Cicero is assassinated, possibly meeting his death with theatrical heroism by extending his neck to the soldiers, a scene likely popularized by his loyal secretary Tiro. NUMBER 8 THE SABINE WOMEN AND AUGUSTAN HISTORY Colleague Emma Southon. Emma Southon discusses A Rome of One's Own, examining history through women's perspectives. They analyze the myth of the Sabine women, abducted by Romulus to populate Rome. This story, recorded by Livy to flatter Augustus, culminates in Hersilia and the women intervening in battle to unite the warring fathers and husbands. It establishes women as the "glue" holding Romanfamilies and society together. NUMBER 9 LUCRETIA: VIRTUE AND SUICIDE Colleague Emma Southon. The discussion moves to Lucretia, the model of Roman female virtue. During a contest among husbands, Lucretia is found virtuously weaving wool while others party. This leads to her rape by Sextus Tarquinius, who threatens her reputation. To protect her honor, Lucretia confesses to her family and commits suicide, an act Augustus later used to define female virtue and which sparked the end of the monarchy. NUMBER 10 TULLIA AND THE BIRTH OF THE REPUBLIC Colleague Emma Southon. Contrasting Lucretia is Tullia, a figure of female ambition and wickedness. Tullia conspires with her brother-in-law to murder their spouses and her own father, the king, even driving over his body. Her crimes and the subsequent assault on Lucretia by her son, Sextus, justify the overthrow of the monarchy. Brutus uses Lucretia's body to incite the revolution that establishes the Roman Republic. NUMBER 11 CLODIA: THE PALATINE MEDEA Colleague Emma Southon. The segment focuses on Clodia, a wealthy, independent woman and sister of Clodius. Cicero, feuding with her brother, attacks Clodia's reputation during the trial of Caelius. In his speech Pro Caelio, Cicero characterizes her as a "Palatine Medea" and a seductress to discredit her claims of attempted poisoning. Unable to speak in court, Clodia is silenced by Cicero's rhetorical assassination of her character. NUMBER 12 JULIA: THE EMPEROR'S REBELLIOUS DAUGHTER Colleague Emma Southon. Augustus uses his daughter Julia as a political tool, marrying her to Marcellus, Agrippa, and finally the reluctant Tiberius to secure an heir. While she had five children with Agrippa, her forced marriage to Tiberius leads to rebellion. Julia engages in public adulterous affairs to humiliate her father, resulting in her permanent exile and eventual starvation by Tiberius after Augustus'sdeath. NUMBER 13 QUEENS OF BRITAIN: CARTIMANDUA AND BOUDICCA Colleague Emma Southon. This segment contrasts two British queens: Cartimandua and Boudicca. Cartimandua, queen of the Brigantes, collaborates successfully with Rome, understanding they are "not to be defeated, they're to be pleased." Conversely, Boudicca represents resistance; provoked by Roman mistreatment, she leads a rebellion but is defeated. While Tacitus claims Boudicca committed suicide to preserve honor, English schools celebrate her as a symbol of resistance against tyranny. NUMBER 14 WOMEN OF COMMERCE AND THE FRONTIER Colleague Emma Southon. We meet Julia Felix, a Pompeianentrepreneur who ran a luxury bath and dining complex, offering "bougie" experiences to the middle class before dying in the Vesuvius eruption. The discussion shifts to Vindolanda in Britain, where letters between Sulpicia Lepidina and Claudia Severa reveal a vibrant social life for women in military forts, including birthday parties and domestic luxuries like wild swan and imported wine. NUMBER 15 PERPETUA AND THE RISE OF CHRISTIANITY Colleague Emma Southon. The final segment discusses Perpetua, a young nursing mother and Christian convert in Carthage. Defying the Roman mandate to sacrifice to the emperor, she views suffering as redemptive rather than a punishment. Unlike Romans who viewed suicide by poison as honorable, Perpetua and her slave Felicity choose martyrdom in the arena, having their throats cut to demonstrate their faith, signaling the rise of Christianity. NUMBER 16

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S8 Ep253: JULIA: THE EMPEROR'S REBELLIOUS DAUGHTER Colleague Emma Southon. Augustus uses his daughter Julia as a political tool, marrying her to Marcellus, Agrippa, and finally the reluctant Tiberius to secure an heir. While she had five children with Ag

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 11:40

JULIA: THE EMPEROR'S REBELLIOUS DAUGHTER Colleague Emma Southon. Augustus uses his daughter Julia as a political tool, marrying her to Marcellus, Agrippa, and finally the reluctant Tiberius to secure an heir. While she had five children with Agrippa, her forced marriage to Tiberius leads to rebellion. Julia engages in public adulterous affairs to humiliate her father, resulting in her permanent exile and eventual starvation by Tiberius after Augustus'sdeath. NUMBER 13

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253 Get a Grip Agrippa

More Than Ink

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 27:00

Acts 25:1-22

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S8 Ep169: Antony's Marriage and Octavian's Information War: Colleague Barry Strauss explains that to maintain peace, Antony marries Octavian's sister Octavia, though tensions persist; while Antony suffers military losses in Parthia, Octavian's general

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 14:34

Antony's Marriage and Octavian's Information War: Colleague Barry Strauss explains that to maintain peace, Antony marries Octavian's sister Octavia, though tensions persist; while Antony suffers military losses in Parthia, Octavian's general Agrippa defeats Sextus Pompey and succeeds in Illyricum, with Octavian launching an information war portraying Antony as a traitor "unmanned" by Cleopatra and luxury.

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S8 Ep169: Agrippa's Brilliant Attack on Methone: Colleague Barry Strauss details the logistical maneuvers preceding Actium, noting Antony's defensive posture in western Greece, with Agrippa executing a brilliant surprise attack on Methone, a key supply

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 9:16

Agrippa's Brilliant Attack on Methone: Colleague Barry Strauss details the logistical maneuvers preceding Actium, noting Antony's defensive posture in western Greece, with Agrippa executing a brilliant surprise attack on Methone, a key supply base, crippling Antony's supply lines; this amphibious raid forces Antony to shift focus to the north, setting the stage for battle.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 18:09 Transcription Available

In this Bible Story, Paul stands before King Agrippa, telling his story and facing trial. Agrippa is pleased with Paul, but does not set him free. Instead, Paul is sent to Rome where he will face the judgement of Caesar. This story is inspired by Acts 24-26. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is Acts 26:29 from the King James Version.Episode 239: In the hall of Governor Felix, Jewish representatives and lawyers were making their accusations against Paul. Paul was silent, waiting for his turn to make a defense. Because he had done no wrong, Felix postponed judgment until a later date and retained him as a prisoner. It was during this time that Paul would write his letters to the various churches. After two years had passed a new Governor was appointed, yet Paul was still captive. So Paul appealed to the new governor, Festus, to be sent to Rome and tried by Caesar. God was opening up doors for him to speak life into the most powerful people in the known world.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world’s greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd HaberkornSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Testifies Before Agrippa II (Pt 3)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025

Emperor Tiberius: Monster or Misunderstood?

The Ancients

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2025 53:10

*WARNING: This podcast contains adult themes and discussion of paedophilia*A brilliant general. A brooding autocrat. A recluse surrounded by scandal. Few Roman emperors divide opinion like Tiberius. But was he truly a monster, or the victim of centuries of salacious storytelling?In this episode of The Ancients, Tristan Hughes is joined by Dr Daisy Dunn to uncover the real man behind the myths. From Tiberius' early brilliance on campaign to his troubled and bloody reign in Rome, and finally his notorious withdrawal to Capri, they explore how much of this lurid legacy holds up. Was Tiberius an underrated statesman undone by grief and politics, or the twisted tyrant historians have claimed? Join us to dive into the truth behind Rome's most tragic emperor.MOREAgrippa and Augustus: The Golden AgeListen on AppleListen on SpotifyThe Rise of NeroListen on AppleListen on SpotifyWatch this episode on our NEW YouTube channel: @TheAncientsPodcastPresented by Tristan Hughes. Audio editor is Aidan Lonergan. The producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music courtesy of Epidemic SoundsThe Ancients is a History Hit podcast.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. You can take part in our listener survey here: https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Paul Testifies Before Agrippa II (Pt 2)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2025

Watersprings Church Podcast

#170 - Shattering Fossils & Humanizing Agrippa with Dr. Justin Sledge

Glitch Bottle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 124:11

How is Kabbalah dynamic and fluid? Why should we STOP treating Agrippa's writings like a pick-and-choose-magical-buffet, and instead as a system of spiritual illumination? What is Merkavah Mysticism? Dr. Justin Sledge - scholar, author, professor and proprietor of the ESOTERICA YouTube channel - shares about his latest research, insights into academic scholarship and answers your Glitch Bottle Patreon questions! ⇓ ⇓ ⇓►⚡Support Dr. Sledge on Patreon! - https://www.patreon.com/esotericachannel ►✅Dr. Sledge Website - https://www.justinsledge.com/ ►▶️ESOTERICA YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@TheEsotericaChannel ►

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Thoughts on the Bible Readings November 10th (Ezra 5, 6; Hosea 7; Acts 25, 26)

Christadelphians Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 3:51

Ezra 5 tells of the work of building the house of God recommencing with the prophets of Yahweh - Haggai and Zechariah - supporting and encouraging the work. Still the attempts to frustrate the building came from Tatnai, the Governor on the other side of the river (the Jordan). The faithful Jews continued building while Tatnai's letter was sent to Darius (the Persian king). The Jews faithfully answered as to why their realm had been overturned and to their obedience to the God of heaven and the decree that came from king Cyrus to rebuild Jerusalem and the temple. The Jews suggested that search be made in the Chronicles of the kings of Persia to prove their claim. Chapter 6 tells us that the search was made in the house of the scrolls in Ecbatana proving the accuracy of the Jews' claim. A letter came from king Darius asking Tatnai and his people to materially support the building of the temple. Verses 15-18 report the completion and dedication of the house of God. From verses 19-22 we read of the great joy as the new kingdom of Judah kept the Passover. Let us be daily builders of God's House and let those labours bring joy to our hearts.Chapter 7 of Hosea contains some very graphic Hebrew poetry. From the rulers of the nation to the common people they were so intent on sexual depravity that they are described by the figure of a baker with an overheated oven. They had no shame for what they were doing. Another of the figures sees them as a dove that cannot make up her mind on whom to dote - Egypt, or Assyria. God wanted it otherwise and even when judgment was brought on them they didn't repent. A soft and penitent heart is always to be found among the LORD's children.In Acts 25 we are told that, when Festus was determined to send Paul to Jerusalem, the Apostle had no alternative but to make his appeal to Caesar. After a short period of time Festus conducted another hearing of Paul's matters. Festus once again sought the favour of the Jews and at this time Paul announced that he would exercise his right as a Roman Citizen to be judged by Caesar. Herod Agrippa and his wife Bernice were visiting Caesarea and at this time Festus requested they hear Paul's case for Festus was struggling with the wording of the charge against Paul. Festus explained to Agrippa that to him there was no capital crime, but simply matters concerning Jewish law. With great pomp and ceremony Agrippa, Bernice and all the other dignitaries entered the judgment hall. Festus was seeking Agrippa's opinion on the nature of the charge to appear on the letter to be sent to Caesar. Chapter 26 records Paul's defence and appeal to Agrippa to embrace the Christian cause. Paul tells his audience of his fervour for the Jewish way and his concerted opposition to Christianity. But when he was confronted by the risen Lord Jesus Christ on the road to Damascus everything changed. He told the audience of his great commission and then knowing king Agrippa to be a man who read the prophets he appealed to the king to adopt the Christian belief. Festus, being embarrassed by the situation, attempted to finish the hearing immediately by declaring Paul to be mad due to his great learning. Paul was not to be silenced so quickly and continued to ask Agrippa whether he believed the prophets. He stated plainly I know you believe them king Agrippa. At this point king Agrippa and all the dignitaries rose and left with the king stating Paul's innocence. Let us remember that we are bondslaves to our Lord Jesus Christ and as his prisoners let our testimony burn before all to whom we witness.Thanks for joining us - we pray you found these comments helpful in your appreciation of God's words, join again tomorrow

Almost Persuaded Agrippa II

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 38:32

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Paul Testifies Before Agrippa (Pt 1)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025

Paul Testifies Before Agrippa

Festus Hands Paul's Case to Agrippa

Thinking on Scripture with Dr. Steven R. Cook

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025

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The Spiritual Life #54 - Suffering as a Means of Spiritual Growth

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 66:31

Suffering as a Means of Spiritual Growth Sufferings (pathēma) encompass a broader category that includes pain, hardship, or affliction resulting from life in a fallen world, the hostility of others, or divine discipline. The word pathēma derives from paschō, meaning “to experience, suffer, endure…affliction.”[1] The word is frequently used in the New Testament to describe the sufferings of Christ as well as those of His followers (Phil 3:10). Peter wrote, “After you have suffered [paschō] for a little while, the God of all grace…will Himself perfect, confirm, strengthen, and establish you” (1 Pet 5:10). Suffering may come through persecution for righteousness (2 Tim 3:12), through physical weakness or limitation (2 Cor 12:7–9), or simply through the general consequences of living in a sin-cursed world (Rom 8:18–22). While trials test faith, sufferings train the soul through endurance, humility, and dependence upon God's sustaining grace. Paul's personal afflictions illustrate this reality well. Though he pleaded three times for relief from his “thorn in the flesh,” the Lord replied, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness” (2 Cor 12:8–9). Likewise, Joseph's prolonged suffering in Egypt, though marked by injustice and hardship, became the means by which God shaped his character and positioned him for blessing and service (Gen 37–50). The Hebrew counterpart to pathēma is עָנָה (ʿānâ), which means to “be bowed down, afflicted…be put down or become low.”[2] It is often used to describe the suffering of God's people under pressure (Ex 1:11–12; Deut 8:2–3) or the self-humbling that accompanies dependence upon the Lord (Lev 16:29, 31; cf. Jam 4:6; 1 Pet 5:6). Both pathēma andʿānâ express the spiritual principle that God uses adversity not to crush His people but to conform them to His character. Through suffering rightly endured, believers are drawn into closer fellowship with Christ, as Paul wrote, “that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings [pathēma]” (Phil 3:10). Categories of Suffering Scripture presents several categories of suffering in the believer's life, each serving distinct purposes within God's sovereign plan. Some suffering comes because of righteousness, as Paul wrote, “Indeed, all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will be persecuted” (2 Tim 3:12). Peter echoes this when he states, “Even if you should suffer for the sake of righteousness, you are blessed” (1 Pet 3:14). To suffer for righteousness means God permits evil men to persecute the believer who is walking in His will (John 15:18–19; 2 Tim 3:12). Yet God blesses by supplying grace sufficient in the moment (2 Cor 12:9), and future reward at the judgment seat of Christ where faithful endurance will be recognized (1 Cor 3:12–15; 2 Cor 5:10). At times, suffering comes for the sake of testimony, advancing the gospel and glorifying God. Paul wrote, “Now I want you to know, brethren, that my circumstances have turned out for the greater progress of the gospel” (Phil 1:12). The “circumstances” Paul refers to are his imprisonment in Rome, which placed him under house arrest while awaiting trial before Caesar (Acts 28:16, 30).[3] There is also the category of shared suffering with Christ, as Paul longed “that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings” (Phil 3:10). These forms of suffering reveal God's sovereign use of adversity for His glory and the believer's growth. Apart from these, Scripture identifies two main forms of suffering that promote spiritual growth: corrective suffering, which restores the disobedient to fellowship, and perfective suffering, which refines the obedient toward greater maturity in Christ. Steven R. Cook, D.Min., M.Div. [1] Moisés Silva, ed., New International Dictionary of New Testament Theology and Exegesis (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2014), 666. [2] Francis Brown, Samuel Rolles Driver, and Charles Augustus Briggs, Enhanced Brown-Driver-Briggs Hebrew and English Lexicon (Oxford: Clarendon Press, 1977), 776. [3] This was likely during his first Roman imprisonment (around A.D. 60–62). Though restricted, Paul was permitted to receive visitors and to preach and teach from his rented quarters (Acts 28:30–31). Paul had been falsely accused in Jerusalem, arrested, and after a series of hearings before Jewish and Roman authorities—including Felix, Festus, and Agrippa—he exercised his right as a Roman citizen to appeal to Caesar (Acts 25:11–12). This led to his voyage to Rome, where he endured shipwreck and eventually arrived under guard (Acts 27–28). Humanly speaking, imprisonment might have looked like a setback. His chains gave him opportunity to share Christ with the Praetorian Guard (Phil 1:13), Rome's elite soldiers, and word spread even into Caesar's household (Phil 4:22). Furthermore, his example emboldened other believers to speak the word of God without fear (Phil 1:14). In other words, the “circumstances” of Phil 1:12 were Paul's unjust arrest, Roman confinement, and looming trial. Yet, rather than hindering God's work, these very hardships became the platform for advancing the gospel, both among unbelievers in high places and among believers who gained courage from Paul's faithfulness.

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Episode 461: Acts 26 || Testify Before Kings || Jared Proctor

Springhill Baptist Church Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 27:14

In this passage we look at the response of Agrippa, and the way he almost accepts the message of Paul. How can we avoid Agrippa's mistake?

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PREVIEW:Emma Southon discusses how Augustus, a control freak, used his daughter Julia as a conduit for heirs, marrying her to Marcellus and then to his right-hand man, Agrippa. The successful marriage produced five children. Julia and Agrippa seemed compa

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2025 2:55

PREVIEW:Emma Southon discusses how Augustus, a control freak, used his daughter Julia as a conduit for heirs, marrying her to Marcellus and then to his right-hand man, Agrippa. The successful marriage produced five children. Julia and Agrippa seemed compatible, often traveling together, which was a sign of liking each other. AUGUSTUS AND CLEOPATRA

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HOUR TWO: Emma Southon explores forgotten women of the Empire. Julia, daughter of Augustus, served as a marital conduit for heirs (Agrippa, Tiberius) before being exiled for public affairs and later starved. Other profiles include British Queens Cartimand