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Send us Fan MailRevelation starts with a greeting that feels almost too simple for a book people treat like a puzzle: grace and peace. That small phrase sets the whole tone, because peace with God does not come from willpower, insight, or survival skills. It comes from grace, given by the God who is, who was, and who is to come. We slow down in Revelation 1:4-8 to show why John opens this way and how that opening prepares the church to endure everything that follows without losing heart. We also unpack the Trinity that shines through the greeting: the Father, the “seven spirits before his throne” as the Holy Spirit in the fullness of his work, and Jesus Christ in his mediatorial glory. From there we focus on the titles John uses for Jesus: “the faithful witness,” “the firstborn from the dead,” and “the prince of the kings of the earth.” If “firstborn from the dead” means Jesus rose never to die again, then his resurrection is not just an event to admire. It is the guarantee that everyone united to him will be raised, which changes how we face suffering, persecution, and even death. Then we press into the implications of Jesus as the prince over the kings of the earth. We talk about Christ's reign right now, why that challenges a delayed-kingdom view of end-times teaching, and how Revelation aims to calm believers who feel whiplash from political headlines. If Christ rules the rulers, we can stay faithful, do our work, and refuse panic. If this reshapes how you hear Revelation, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review so more listeners can find the series. What part of Revelation 1:4-8 lands most strongly for you?Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!
Send us Fan MailIf one line of Scripture could settle your confidence in who Jesus is, it might be this: “He is before all things.” We slow down and refuse to rush past it, because that phrase is not poetic filler. It is a claim about eternity, authority, and the identity of Christ as the Alpha and Omega, the One who never began and never will end.From Revelation 1:5, we trace the comfort and the shock of John's praise: Jesus loves His people and washes them from their sins by His own blood. We talk honestly about what that means for assurance, for judgment, and for the uncomfortable question of why not everyone is saved. The goal is not speculation, but clarity: if Christ's blood truly cleanses, it cannot be half-effective, and our security cannot rest on our moods, our works, or our track record.Then we tackle a common confusion head-on: baptism and salvation. We affirm water baptism as obedience and public confession, while rejecting baptismal regeneration and any teaching that makes ceremony part of the saving act. Hebrews brings the focus back where it belongs, on the shedding of perfect blood for the forgiveness of sins. Finally, we dig into Revelation 1:6 and the present reign of Jesus: He makes us kings and priests, gives us bold access to God, and calls us to live as “living sacrifices” because His once-for-all sacrifice is still living and effective.Subscribe for more Bible-driven conversations, share this with a friend who's wrestling with assurance or baptism, and leave a review with the question you want us to address next.Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!
Send us Fan Mail“We have access to the Creator of the universe.” That line should change how we pray, how we worship, and how we face fear. We sit in Revelation 1:6 and trace the weight of what Jesus has done: by His blood, He makes the whole church a priesthood and gives us real, confident, 24/7 access to the Father. Not as a spiritual flex, but as communion with the Most High, the privilege at the very center of salvation.We also talk about identity in Christ with practical force. If Christ is King and High Priest, what does it mean to be joined to Him as “kings and priests”? We tease out how this royal priesthood re-frames worship posture, gratitude, service, and purpose. Redemption is not merely personal rescue; it restores covenant fellowship with God for His glory, now and forever.Then we turn to Revelation's bigger storyline: dominion already belongs to Christ. Empires rise, political systems decay, persecutors come and go, but Jesus reigns right now. That leads into Revelation 1:7 and the promise that “every eye will see Him,” a public second coming that challenges the logic of a secret pre-tribulation rapture and invites us back to what the text actually says. If you want clearer Bible study on Revelation, end-times questions, and the practical meaning of grace through faith, this conversation is for you.If this helped you worship with more confidence and less fear, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review. What's one way you want your prayer life to change after hearing this?Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!
Send us Fan Mail“Every eye shall see him” is either true or it isn't, and Revelation 1:7 doesn't leave room for a hidden return. We walk carefully through Revelation 1:7-8 and connect it to Jesus' own words in John 5:28-29 to make a simple case: Christ returns once, the dead are raised once, and everyone faces the same final judgment. No secret rapture. No split schedule of resurrections. Just the public appearing of the King that both comforts the saints and warns the rebellious.Then we slow down on Revelation 1:8 and the titles that change how you read the whole book: Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the Almighty. That's not abstract theology, it's a foundation for peace. When Jesus is the Lord of history, suffering is not random, evil is not ultimate, and the church is not called to panic. We also address common end times assumptions tied to dispensationalism and why fear-based prophecy teaching leaves people confused instead of strengthened.Along the way, we touch on symbolic language in the Book of Revelation, including how the 1,000 years and the 144,000 function as signs, and why Revelation often presents repeated cycles rather than a strict chronological timeline. If you want clarity and courage for reading Revelation, press play, then subscribe, share with a friend who feels overwhelmed by end times talk, and leave a review with the biggest question you want us to tackle next.Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!
Este episodio explica por qué Jesús se presenta comoAlfa y Omega, no como una referencia mística, sino como una declaración de posición. Nada lo antecede y nada lo supera. Su presencia no depende de la etapa que uno esté viviendo. Él permanece antes, durante y después. Un recordatorio práctico de que no todo empieza contigo ni todo termina contigo, y que hay descanso real en caminar con quien no está limitado por los ciclos. This episode explains why Jesus presents Himself as the Alpha and the Omega—not as a mystical symbol, but as a statement of position. Nothing comes before Him and nothing surpasses Him. His presence doesn't depend on the stage of life we're in. He remains before, during, and after. A practical reminder that not everything begins or ends with us, and that there is real rest in walking with the One who is not limited by seasons.
May 24, 2026 - Middle, Beginning, End - The Alpha and Omega Tracy Dunham Download Freedom Livestream - May 24, 2026SERIES: Middle, Beginning, and EndTITLE: The Alpha and OmegaSPEAKER: Tracy DunhamYouTube PlaylistFOLLOWING JESUS: freedomkw.com/life NEW TO FREEDOM? freedomkw.com/im-new GIVE: freedomkw.com/give WATER BAPTISM: freedomkw.com/baptismCARE CLOSET: freedomkw.com/careclosetGROUPS: freedomkw.com/groups ALPHA: freedomkw.com/alphaMISSIONS: freedomkw.com/missions SERVE: freedomkw.com/team-member-opportunities Facebook Groups: Connecting Point & Freedom Kids
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Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Mathew 28:19 It's time to get the Church out of the church and go and make disciples of the nations and your neighbors! Let's get transformed by Jesus and impact the world. Send us Fan MailSupport the show
The Alpha and Omega of 1920: Wilson's Health and the League of Nations Guest: David Pietrusza This segment explores Woodrow Wilson's debilitating stroke in October 1919 and how it paralyzed his presidency. Historian David Pietrusza discusses the central role of the League of Nations, detailing how Wilson's crusade split the Republican party and ultimately shaped American internationalism for decades to come.1. The Available Man from Ohio: Warren G. Harding's Rise Guest: David Pietrusza The discussion shifts to the Republican frontrunner Warren G. Harding, a small-town publisher and "available man" from the battleground state of Ohio. Despite personal scandals and being a low-tier choice initially, Harding's strategy of accommodation and avoiding alienation helped him navigate the crowded primary field. 11913 WILSON
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by Elder Buddy Abernathy (preached on December 3, 2025) In today’s sermon, after reviewing what the phrase “I come quickly” means, Elder Buddy Abernathy explains to us what it means when Jesus says “I am the Alpha and Omega” in verse 13. Join us today as we learn about the eternal Being of Jesus Christ,...
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From Revelation 1:8, who is the Alpha and Omega and what does this name reveal about Christ and the Creation?
We focus our attention on Christ as "Alpha and Omega" once again this week on "Encounter God's Truth"—also applying that reality in ways that will help us serve Him in these distressing times. Host Wayne Shepherd guides us in listening to portions of three different presentations by Dr. John Whitcomb. Together, they offer a brilliant demonstration of the fact that God's Word is true from the beginning to the end. First, we consider the outworking of our faith in Christ as "Alpha and Omega" by studying the strategy offered in 2 Timothy 2, by which we endeavor to teach the entirety of Scripture to the whole world. Next, we hear questions posed to Dr. Whitcomb on both creationism and prophecy, followed by an exhortation that will motivate us to serve the Lord at this crucial hour. With thanks to Victory Baptist Church in Whiteland, Ind., and Prairie Baptist Church in Noblesville, Ind., for portions of this audio, we offer this broadcast with prayers that many will hear and share its gospel message.
Author and Biblical scholar Dr. John Whitcomb offered words of hope and anticipation to help us press forward during spiritually challenging times in this message, which focuses on Christ as "Alpha and Omega." With assistance from host Wayne Shepherd, Dr. Whitcomb drew from the broad sweep of Scripture in this message—giving Biblical reasons to persevere in our service to the Lord until the day of His return. Dr. Whitcomb went all the way back to creation to establish this theme. This program truly embodies our mission on "Encounter God's Truth," which is to declare that God's Word is true from the beginning to the end! In fact, Dr. Whitcomb encouraged us to be faithful to take all 66 books of the Bible seriously. We trust that this broadcast—the first half of a short series—will be a great blessing to you. If it is, won't you please consider sharing it with someone else as well?
Wonderful Counselor, Prince of Peace, and more.Each title given to Jesus in the Bible reveals a unique and meaningful aspect of His total nature.Support the show
ORIGINAL AIR DATE: AUG 21, 2020Join us for another Fringe Flashback series, this time featuring SPIRITWARS episodes discussing acclaimed Catholic writer, G.K. Chesterton.Host Michael Basham frequently references G.K. Chesterton, the influential Christian apologist and author, portraying him as a "great hero of the faith."Several episodes center on Chesterton's works, including:The Everlasting Man Dimension: Explores dimensions of Chesterton's The Everlasting Man, tying it to themes of discipleship, the gospel and biblical faith.Daniel Had Understanding in All Visions and Dreams: Daniel 1 and G.K. Chesterton Eugenics Ch. 7: Blends a study of Daniel 1 from the Bible with analysis of Chapter 7 from Chesterton's Eugenics and Other Evils, emphasizing visions, dreams, and ethical critiques.SpiritWars with GK Chesterton: How to Read Everlasting Man!: Offers guidance on approaching and interpreting Chesterton's The Everlasting Man from a spiritual perspective.The Unfinished Temple -- Michael Basham // GK Chesterton: Discusses Chesterton's ideas and legacy as a defender of Christian principles.Basham has also guested on other podcasts, such as William Ramsey Investigates, for in-depth talks on Chesterton's The Everlasting Man and Orthodoxy (e.g., episodes from 2019 and 2025).FAITHBUCKS.COM
Ben Hobbs | Revelation 22:10-17 | 1. The Only Immutable 2. The Only Infinite 3. The Only Inescapable
Be reminded that the beginning and the end of every year and story belongs to the Lord.No matter what kind of day you've had, rest in hope and peace tonight as you draw near to the heart of God. This short, uplifting meditation from His Word will create a space at the end of the day for you to refocus on the goodness and nearness of the Lord, entrust your burdens to Him and fill your mind with His promises and faithfulness towards you. Tonight's meditation is read by Lucy. Meet the team at odb.org/meet-the-team.Send us a text message to let us know how we can make the Evening Meditations an even better experience for you! Please be aware, that while we read and value every message, your phone number is kept hidden so we cannot respond.Support the showYou can now share the Evening Meditations through the updated Our Daily Bread app! If you've not done so already, download it for free from your app store.We hope that you have enjoyed this Evening Meditation from Our Daily Bread Ministries! You can find more exciting content from Our Daily Bread Ministries by following us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. You can even sign up to receive Our Daily Bread Bible reading notes sent straight to your door for free: ourdailybread.org/meditation. All our funding comes from our listeners, like you, who value what we do and want to help us reach more people. You can make a donation towards our mission at eveningmeditations.org.
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We made it so the Season 11 Finale Alpha and Omega! We debate the ethics —or lack thereof —of the soul-bomb solution. And it's Season 11 Trivia!
He is coming, He is the the process of arriving, He IS the Alpha and Omega, all wisdom all knowing! Come discover what else Mama J shares from the book of Revelation. For show notes visit: www.epicwin4u.com Judy recommends you visit: www.kamtraining4u.com and make an impact by accessing all resources and training here: www.kamtraining4u.com/kam-mentorship-membership
Pastor Ray Bentley points out how we identify with Christ through suffering. Each one of us receives our own cup of suffering. You will only know what you have physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually suffered. That's your cup. But it's to that degree that I drink my own cup that I'm able to identify with him and therefore love and appreciate his love for me and what he did for me there upon the cross spreading.
What if the true architecture of creation isn't chaos, but harmonic order revealed through sine waves, sacred geometry and the base-12 code of reality itself. Solar cycles and the revelation of DNA as the double-edged sword connecting divine resonance. Both the Fibonacci sequence and Merkabah geometry explain the rise and fall of civilizations and the coming reset. ☕ Buy a Double Espresso to Support Civilization Cycle Podcast
Message from Kyle Burkholder on October 12, 2025
Revelation has possibly become the most discussed and speculated on, if not the most controversial, of all books in the Bible. This is not that surprising, considering the incrediblyabstract literary images that are contained in this wonderful piece of writing. A four-week teaching series is not going to come close to answer all the questions that could be addressed, but what we can do is focus on the key characters and themes that we can find in this powerful book. Firstly, it is helpful to understand that Revelation is a mix of literary styles. It is a prophetic text following in the tradition of Old Testament prophets, it is an apocalyptic work full of symbolic imagery,and it is a situational letter written to a group of people living within the historical and societal context of the Roman Empire.-------Gateway Baptist Church meets across six locations in South-East Queensland and online.For over 90 years, we've been committed to guiding people to become fully devoted followers of Jesus.Learn more about us at https://gatewaybaptist.com.au or join us on Sundays at gtwy.au/live
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In this episode of Chai Beauty, I reflect on how the When You Pray Bible study reshaped the way I approach prayer. Instead of only petitioning God for what I need, I've learned the importance of admiration—confessing who God is: provisional, personal, a giver, and good. Through scriptures like Psalm 139 and Philippians 4, I share how worship, gratitude, and reverence have deepened my prayer life and helped me see God's goodness even in sorrow.We'll explore:The difference between petition, thanksgiving, and admiration in prayerThe four truths about who God isWhy worship and reverence matter in building faithHow the Holy Spirit quietly guides us with truthLearning to see problems as bumps, not endingsUsing the spiritual tools God has already given us
On this episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson, we confront the horrific attack at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis. The shooter, Robert “Robin” Westman, once walked those same halls as a student. Years of unchecked mental illness and spiritual rebellion ended in bloodshed.America is in denial. We refuse to face the truth: the transgender movement is built on a Satanic lie. No one can change the sex God gave them. Pretending otherwise doesn't heal broken souls, it destroys them and puts others in danger.Christians must speak plainly. Love does not mean affirming sin or confusion. Love means pointing people back to Christ, who alone gives us our identity. Until our nation repents and turns back to God, tragedies like this will only increase.Pray for the victims and their families.--https://policecoffee.com/collections/coffee
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On this episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson, we're addressing the troubling reality of the Epstein list and Donald Trump's failure to bring it to light, holding it up to the standard of biblical justice. God's Word commands that evil be exposed, not hidden in the darkness. I also take time to answer a variety of questions from you, my beloved audience.--https://policecoffee.com/collections/coffee
In the 241st episode of Supernatural, it's the endgame for God and The Darkness, and Dean is "da bomb". Support Ghostfacers: A Supernatural Rewatch https://www.patreon.com/EditPoint Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
FAITH IS… with Pastor Rick Stevens – When you think about Revelation and the end of time, are you filled with hope or fear? Join me as I explore God's powerful message in the last book of the Bible. Together, we'll discover the hope that Jesus brings and look forward to dwelling with God forever. Let's see what Revelation reveals for us today...
Scripture Reading: Revelation 1:1-8 From the first line in the book of Revelation, John exalts Christ. Then, in the first chapter, he describes Christ in majestic terms. Christ is the "faithful witness" … the "firstborn from the dead" … the "ruler of the kings on earth" (Rev 1:5). Christ loves us and has freed us from our sins and made us a kingdom of priests. This prompts John's heart and pen to surge into a doxology … "to him be glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen" (Rev 1:5). The words "I am the Alpha and the Omega" in Revelation 1:8 are words from God the Father. But those same words are echoed by Christ in Revelation 22:13. To say that Christ is the ruler of kings on earth is to declare His sovereignty, by which He governs everything that rulers do. "Kingship belongs to the LORD, and he rules over the nations" (Psa 22:27). "The heart of the king is in the hand of the LORD . . . he turns it wherever he will" (Prov 21:1). "Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand" (Prov 19:21). To say that Christ is the Alpha and the Omega is to declare His eternality and self-existence. Our response before Christ should be reverential fear and ecstatic delight and thankful adoration. "There is none like you, O LORD; you are great, and your name is great in might. Who would not fear you, O King of the nations? For this is your due" (Jer 10:6-7).
What if the secret to reigniting connection isn't about gender roles, but energetic balance? In this replay, Dr. Brian Paris offers a fresh framework for understanding relationship dynamics through the lens of alpha and omega energy—think structure and flow, direction and expression.By separating these energies from traditional masculine/feminine labels, Dr. Paris shows how couples (especially those in business together) can create both resonance and attraction by shifting how they show up energetically. Whether you're in hustle mode or craving deeper connection, this one's for you.Listen to the full episode with Dr. Brian Paris: Spotify | AppleFollow Dr. Brian: YouTube | LinkedIn | Instagram | FacebookResources:Uncharted: A 3 Day Personal Brand Activation for Clinicians Called to MoreJoin the waitlist for Multipassionate EntrepreneurFor those interested in building a profitable personal brand in just two hours a week, check out Dr. Lauryn's new membership group Beyond Brick & Mortar!Sign up for the Weekly Slay newsletter!Follow She Slays and Dr. Lauryn: Instagram | X | LinkedIn | FacebookSign up here to receive our monthly associate job postings email.
Many churches only teach about salvation and going to heaven, but that leaves us ill-prepared for the battle we face here on earth. God is training us in the same way parents train their children to prepare them for life. If we listen, we will realize God is preparing us for what we will face next. He is giving us the power to overcome the battles against the enemy. God is preparing us to overcome in the end days.
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Congratulations, you have made it to the last day of the Bible in a Year journey! Fr. Mike concludes our journey through the Bible by reflecting on the promise of a new heaven and a new earth in Revelation 21. It is this profound promise that reassures us that Christ is the beginning and the end, the one who makes all things new, the one who wipes away every tear, the one who conquers death, and the only one who offers us everlasting life, a life without end. Today's readings are Revelation 21-22, Hebrews 11-13, and Proverbs 31:30-31. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.