Podcasts about Babylon

This chapter highlights the oracles about Babylon, Edom and Arabia.

Lynne's Handouts can be found here:https://scripturecentral.org/archive/books/book-chapter/ezra-and-nehemiah?searchId=0eb3e36bfb24dcd9bb1d1bece1531216b59539a8fde17ee80224af0653c92aa3-en-v=fadf3b9 What can we learn about the faithful women who helped preserve covenant identity during one of Israel's most important periods of restoration? In this episode of Handmaidens, Harems, and Heroines, Bible scholar Lynne Hilton Wilson explores the Old Testament books of Ezra and Nehemiah, focusing on the often-overlooked women who lived during the return from Babylonian exile and the rebuilding of Jerusalem. Although these books primarily highlight the leadership of Ezra and Nehemiah, careful readers will discover women whose faith, family influence, and covenant commitment played a vital role in the restoration of God's people. Join us as we examine the lists of returning families, the significance of women in preserving Israel's lineage and religious identity, the challenges faced by wives and mothers during a time of social and spiritual reform, and the covenant renewal that united the community. Lynne also discusses the difficult passages concerning intermarriage, the status of women in post-exilic Judah, and what these stories reveal about faithfulness, sacrifice, and covenant belonging.

In today's Weekly Wrap, I break down the mechanics that actually create your Human Design type, and why so many people who love Human Design have never been taught this part.I walk you through what makes a Manifestor, a Generator, a Manifesting Generator, a Projector and a Reflector, right down to the definition. A motor connected to the throat. A defined sacral. The splits that change everything. Once you understand this, you start to see why two Projectors can show up in completely different ways, and why we cannot put ourselves in a neat little type box. Your definition matters just as much as your type.I also share the seven money principles from The Richest Man in Babylon, written back in 1926 and still holding up, because the principles have never changed. We get into why AI is a skill worth building now rather than later, a LinkedIn growth strategy we are running inside HDx that you can set up with five to ten friends this week, and why getting your eyes on your business metrics is the thing that lets your brain finally see the evidence of your own growth.I trust you will get what you need from this episode, and make sure you come let me know how it resonated with you on instagram @the_human_design_coachBig love,MxxOTHER RESOURCESWant more on Human Design? Explore the ways to get involved below:Get Your Free Human Design Chart: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/get-your-chartThe Feminine Success Framework: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/feminine-success-frameworkMAGGIE - Magnetic by Design AI: https://meetmaggie.co/The HDx Collective: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/collectiveHuman Design Unhinged: https://www.humandesignunhinged.com/Secret Podcast: The Human Design Podcast (Off The Record): https://thehumandesignpodcast.supercast.com/Instagram @the_human_design_coachMusic: Spark Of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comSupport the show

We're reading through the genealogies handed down over the centuries that trace God's people from Adam & Eve all the way through the exile to Babylon. Remember that each name represents a lifetime and a family: real people with real lives who either trusted in the Lord or who were stiff-necked and rebelled against the Lord. Reading these genealogies juxtaposed against chapters from Ecclesiastes reminds me that one day you and I may just be names on a list to those who come after us, but what the Lord accomplishes in us and through will not be forgotten by the One who formed us, redeemed us, and called us His own. How sweet it is to know that the Lord remembers His people by name. 1 Chronicles 5 - 1:06 .  1 Chronicles 6 - 5:34 .  1 Chronicles 7 - 15:11 .  Ecclesiastes 11 - 21:29 .  Ecclesiastes 12 - 23:17 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by Bobby Brown, Katelyn Pridgen, Eric Williamson & the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

Join veteran Star Trek, and now Babylon 5 podcasters, Brent Allen and Jeff Akin as they dive into Babylon 5 for a second time! They revisit each episode with fresh insights and deeper analysis, reflecting on their first-time reactions. Perfect for First Ones and people new to the series, this journey offers a deeper connection to the world of Babylon 5!We would like to dedicate this episode to the driving force behind it. None other than Zathras. No, not him. We mean Zathras.For the First Time Episode - https://www.babylon5first.com/episode/conflicts-of-interestThis show is produced in association with the Akin Collective, Mulberry Entertainment, and Framed Games. Find out how you can support the show and get great bonus content like access to notes, a Discord server, unedited reaction videos, and more: https://www.patreon.com/badnerdsSpecial Thanks to all who support our show through Patreon, including:Executive Producers:Aaron BeckerAddrycAndrewAndy LukeAnthony PowellBecky SparksCalinicusCaz SkellyColin 3of5Colin BlairColin PritchardDaniel AlvesDavidDeb L.DundradalFabio KaseckerJack KitchenJames OkeefeJeffrey HayesJesse PiedfortkatKaterina KalinevichKrystle WrightMartin SvendsenMatt IonMattie GarciaMitsy MarcellaMr KrosisNeil MooreNia is framedPaul HessPaul WalcherPeter SchullerRob BentRon HSarah LScott HelsbySnatcher42Starfury 5470Stuart98Suzanne EggTexas Anla'ShoktheecallieTrekkieTreyTheTrekkerProducers:David BlauGuy KovelJohn KonigesFollow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badnerdsftft/https://www.babylon5first.com/All rights belong to the Prime Time Entertainment Network, WBTV, and TNT. No copyright infringement intended.Copyright Disclaimer, Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.Mentioned in this episode:Babylon 5 Bad Nerds Patreon

Preacher: Aaron MenikoffTitle: Fall of BabylonSeries: Persevere! A Series through RevelationPassage: Revelation 18:1–24

"God understands" is the most dangerous phrase being thrown around in the church today.   Yes, God understands. He understands that He sent His only Son to die a brutal death on a cross so you wouldn't have to stay a slave to sin. In this episode, I share my personal story of living as a youth pastor trapped in secret pornography addiction, and how public repentance brought full, instant deliverance. We look at the contrast between David's self-induced drama and Daniel's uncompromising holiness in Babylon. It's time to stop making excuses for the trash in our lives and start walking in the excellent spirit of Daniel.   Stop settling for a "sin-confess-sin" cycle. Step into the divine freedom and excellent spirit God has already purchased for you through the cross.   Thanks to The Father's House in Bloomingdale, Ohio for having me!    Click here to go to the official Revival Cry YouTube channel. To see the Revival Cry podcast on another streaming service, click here.   To support Revival Cry or find out more information, go to revivalcry.org Email us at info@revivalcry.org  Follow @RevivalCryInternational on Facebook and Instagram.   Revival Cry Resources:  ⏵ Be an Evangelist or Do Evangelism ⏵ How to Become a Burning Bush ⏵ Hearing God through His Creation

That colossal all-seeing eye staring out from the FIFA World Cup Finals yesterday at the Meadowlands Stadium is the perfect emblem of the New World Order. Humanity gathered into one arena, surrounded by technology, united beneath a single unblinking gaze. The dark sphere at the center becomes the pupil, the exploding light forms the iris, and the surrounding skyscrapers point toward it like the spokes of an emerging global system. The New World Order to be precise. Also contained within that image is a a giant X behind the eye, a nod to the coming Antichrist, and the surrounding imagery suggestively reminsicient of a nuclear attack. At the very least, none of it had anything to do with a soccer match. The best part? It was watched by one/fifth of the entire world, just about 2 billion people.“And he cried mightily with a strong voice, saying, Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen, and is become the habitation of devils, and the hold of every foul spirit, and a cage of every unclean and hateful bird. For all nations have drunk of the wine of the wrath of her fornication, and the kings of the earth have committed fornication with her, and the merchants of the earth are waxed rich through the abundance of her delicacies.” Revelation 18:2,3 (KJB)On this episode of the Prophecy News Podcast, that is precisely how the New World Order presents itself. It doesn't announce chains, tyranny and servitude; it promises unity, security, peace, protection and global cooperation. The all-seeing eye declares that nothing will remain private, independent or beyond the reach of the system. Artificial intelligence, facial recognition, biometric identification, digital currency and constant surveillance are constructing a technological imitation of omniscience—Satan's counterfeit attempt to see everything, record everything and ultimately control everyone. And I'm sure it's just a crazy coincidence, but this is exactly the world we live in right now. Because sports garner the attention of the entire world, the big sporting events are used to broadcast these predictive programming messages. At the 2015 Super Bowl Halftime Show, it was Katy Perry riding a Beast and promoting Black Magic. At the 2020 Halftime Show, we saw Jay-Z and Beyonce dancing in the middle of the All-Seeing Eye throwing Illuminati symbolism. At the 2019 Eurovision, the world watched singer Madonna dressed as the biblical Antichrist, mocking Jesus on the cross. Then, we had the scariest one of them all, at the opening ceremony for the 2012 London Olympics that turned out to be perfect predictive programming for the 2020 COVID Plannedemic. So what happened yesterday at the FIFA World Cup Finals in New Jersey was not only not surprising, it was expected, and they did not disappoint. Today we get you up to speed with global events that are all pointing to the direct fulfillment of Bible prophecy. “He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.”

Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, we sit beside Ezekiel on the banks of a canal. It is his 30th year, and it should be a day of celebration as he begins his active role as a priest. Instead, he is in exile far from home, in a distant land called Babylon. A storm cloud from the north approaches, and as it draws near, we catch up with Ezekiel in a strange and awesome vision.Bible Insights with  Wayne ConradContact: 8441 Hunnicut Rd Dallas, Texas 75228email: Att. Bible Insights Wayne Conradgsccdallas@gmail.com (Good Shepherd Church) Donation   https://gsccdallas.orghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJTZX6qasIrPmC1wQpben9ghttps://www.facebook.com/waconrad or gscchttps://www.sermonaudio.com/gsccSpirit, Truth and Grace MinistriesPhone # 214-324-9915 leave message with number for call backPsalms 119:105 Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.

**[Actual, provable Bible Truth]**We are Christadelphians, and we believe in letting the Bible interpret itself. In this powerful and thought-provoking presentation, we dismantle the traditional, unbiblical ideas surrounding the devil, Satan, and fallen angels. This is an expositional deep-dive into the problematic passages often misused to support the doctrine of a rebellious angel. We propose an alternative, insightful, and scripturally sound explanation that reveals the true meaning of these symbolic texts. Prepare for a wonderful and revealing journey through Isaiah, 2 Peter, Jude, and Revelation.###

Why does everything in us resist waiting, yet Scripture calls it the path to strength? In this message, Pastor Aaron Dearman traces a promise from Egypt to Babylon to today, showing what it really means to soar, run, and walk without giving up. Time is short, but the wait might be exactly where the renewal begins.Scriptures referenced in this message:· Isaiah 40:28–31· James 4:14· Ephesians 6:10· 2 Corinthians 12:9· Isaiah 40:31· Exodus 19:4· Isaiah 40:31· Psalm 34:18· John 16:33· Galatians 6:9· 2 Cor 5:7· Gal 5:16· Ephesians 5:2· Ephesians 5:15· 1 John 1:7· Ephesians 4:1· Romans 12:12Learn more about salvation, info about Destiny Church, or how to give by visiting our website.Real | Relevant | Relationship

When you look at your life through the lens of your worst mistakes, it can feel like a devastating exile. But what if God chose to rewrite your history, leaving out the wreckage of your past to remind you of who you can become? In this study of 1 & 2 Chronicles, we uncover the ultimate "highlight reel" of scripture—a book written not to say "I told you so," but to declare that your punishment is past and your restoration has begun. Summary: In this deep-dive episode, we unpack the unique theological genius of 1 & 2 Chronicles. While the books of Samuel and Kings offer the brutal raw history of Israel's failures leading into Babylon, Chronicles was compiled after the exile to bind up the wounds of a broken people and point them toward the temple and the coming Messiah. The Synoptic History: We explore why Chronicles acts as a separate, more positive version of Israel's history—similar to how Matthew, Mark, and Luke provide distinct perspectives on the life of Christ. A Perfect and Unified Heart: We analyze David's coronation in Hebron, exploring what it looks like when a community closes ranks with a "perfect heart" to build the kingdom of God. Seeking Beyond Keeping: We break down David's final charge to Solomon, challenging us to not only keep the commandments we have, but to actively seek out the instructions and light we don't yet possess. The Illusion of Sacrifice: We deconstruct the beauty of voluntary giving, reminding ourselves that returning a portion of our time, talents, or tithing to the Lord is never a true loss because "all things come of thee, and of thine own have we given thee." The Battle of Praise: We journey into 2 Chronicles 20 to witness King Jehoshaphat's stunning victory, discovering why placing singers over soldiers and worship over war transforms our "valleys of decision" into "valleys of blessing." The Clean Vessel: We track Hezekiah's urgent temple cleansing, exploring how the immediate removal of internal debris and structural compromises suddenly opens the floodgates for the windows of heaven to pour out mercy. Call-to-Action: The Chronicler reminds us that no matter how far we have drifted or how deep our exile has been, the Lord's covenant is everlasting and His mercy is ready to meet a broken heart. Have you ever experienced a season where you felt defined by your spiritual detours, only to feel the Savior gracefully "rewrite" your future and call you back to His house? Share your stories of temple restoration and grace in the comments below. To keep your faith "Unshaken" as we discover the beauty of holiness, please like, subscribe, and share this video! Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:30 Whitewashing History? 24:34 Breaking a Toxic Family Legacy 54:00 False Prophets or True? 1:18:52 The Valley of Decision 1:51:46 The Danger of Secondhand Spirituality 2:10:51 Overcoming Our Jeckyl and Hyde 2:58:51 When Icons Become Idols

We chase what we believe will finally make us feel whole—success, comfort, recognition, security—only to find that the satisfaction fades faster than we expected. Revelation gives this longing a name: Babylon. Babylon represents a world built on wealth, pleasure, and status. None of these things are evil on their own. But when they become more than they were intended to be, they begin to pull us away from God. Deep down, we long for something eternal—for a Person, not a possession. Remember that you were created for Jesus, and nothing short of Him will ever truly satisfy.

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Jeremiah 29:1-23// Nathan MillerWe often hear Jeremiah 29:11 quoted on graduation cards, but what does it mean when it is spoken to people living as captives in a foreign land? In this study of Jeremiah 29:1-23, we look at the letter Jeremiah sent to the exiles in Babylon. Instead of telling them they would escape quickly, God told them to plant gardens, build houses, and pray for the peace of the city they were trapped in. This sermon explores what it looks like to trust God when life does not look the way you planned, how to find him when you search with all your heart, and why his promises are reliable even in the middle of difficult seasons.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49636417 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2542/responses/new26.07.19

Revelation 16The Seven Bowls of God's Wrath[1] Then I heard a loud voice from the temple telling the seven angels, “Go and pour out on the earth the seven bowls of the wrath of God.”[2] So the first angel went and poured out his bowl on the earth, and harmful and painful sores came upon the people who bore the mark of the beast and worshiped its image.[3] The second angel poured out his bowl into the sea, and it became like the blood of a corpse, and every living thing died that was in the sea.[4] The third angel poured out his bowl into the rivers and the springs of water, and they became blood. [5] And I heard the angel in charge of the waters say,“Just are you, O Holy One, who is and who was,for you brought these judgments.[6] For they have shed the blood of saints and prophets,and you have given them blood to drink.It is what they deserve!”[7] And I heard the altar saying,“Yes, Lord God the Almighty,true and just are your judgments!”[8] The fourth angel poured out his bowl on the sun, and it was allowed to scorch people with fire. [9] They were scorched by the fierce heat, and they cursed the name of God who had power over these plagues. They did not repent and give him glory.[10] The fifth angel poured out his bowl on the throne of the beast, and its kingdom was plunged into darkness. People gnawed their tongues in anguish [11] and cursed the God of heaven for their pain and sores. They did not repent of their deeds.[12] The sixth angel poured out his bowl on the great river Euphrates, and its water was dried up, to prepare the way for the kings from the east. [13] And I saw, coming out of the mouth of the dragon and out of the mouth of the beast and out of the mouth of the false prophet, three unclean spirits like frogs. [14] For they are demonic spirits, performing signs, who go abroad to the kings of the whole world, to assemble them for battle on the great day of God the Almighty. [15] (“Behold, I am coming like a thief! Blessed is the one who stays awake, keeping his garments on, that he may not go about naked and be seen exposed!”) [16] And they assembled them at the place that in Hebrew is called Armageddon.The Seventh Bowl[17] The seventh angel poured out his bowl into the air, and a loud voice came out of the temple, from the throne, saying, “It is done!” [18] And there were flashes of lightning, rumblings, peals of thunder, and a great earthquake such as there had never been since man was on the earth, so great was that earthquake. [19] The great city was split into three parts, and the cities of the nations fell, and God remembered Babylon the great, to make her drain the cup of the wine of the fury of his wrath. [20] And every island fled away, and no mountains were to be found. [21] And great hailstones, about one hundred pounds each, fell from heaven on people; and they cursed God for the plague of the hail, because the plague was so severe. (ESV)

Jeremiah 29:1-23// Rachel NesseWe often hear Jeremiah 29:11 quoted on graduation cards, but what does it mean when it is spoken to people living as captives in a foreign land? In this study of Jeremiah 29:1-23, we look at the letter Jeremiah sent to the exiles in Babylon. Instead of telling them they would escape quickly, God told them to plant gardens, build houses, and pray for the peace of the city they were trapped in. This sermon explores what it looks like to trust God when life does not look the way you planned, how to find him when you search with all your heart, and why his promises are reliable even in the middle of difficult seasons.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49636418 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new26.07.19

Babylon was a city of wonder, brilliance, and luxury on the surface. Everyone wanted the life that it seemed like Babylon had to offer. However, when you look a little deeper you see that the whole city was build on systems of injustice and exploitation. Join us this week as we look under the surface of Babylon and peel back the layers of our own life. Could it be possible that your life looks wonderful on the outside but needs some work underneath the surface?

Jeremiah 29:1-23// Karis WalkerWe often hear Jeremiah 29:11 quoted on graduation cards, but what does it mean when it is spoken to people living as captives in a foreign land? In this study of Jeremiah 29:1-23, we look at the letter Jeremiah sent to the exiles in Babylon. Instead of telling them they would escape quickly, God told them to plant gardens, build houses, and pray for the peace of the city they were trapped in. This sermon explores what it looks like to trust God when life does not look the way you planned, how to find him when you search with all your heart, and why his promises are reliable even in the middle of difficult seasons.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49636419 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2553/responses/new26.07.19

in the book of Daniel we read how the King og Babylon tried to indoctrinate Daniel and all of the Israelite into their pagan ways.  Daniel held fast to his belief though and in the end was rewarded for his stand.. this is still true today.            "Be in the world, not of the world."Frank Spalding and the preaching team at Lincoln Hills Christian Church welcomes all those seeking to know more about the Real Jesus and how to be an active disciple.

Jeremiah 29:1-23// Taylor FairWe often hear Jeremiah 29:11 quoted on graduation cards, but what does it mean when it is spoken to people living as captives in a foreign land? In this study of Jeremiah 29:1-23, we look at the letter Jeremiah sent to the exiles in Babylon. Instead of telling them they would escape quickly, God told them to plant gardens, build houses, and pray for the peace of the city they were trapped in. This sermon explores what it looks like to trust God when life does not look the way you planned, how to find him when you search with all your heart, and why his promises are reliable even in the middle of difficult seasons.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49636420 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2546/responses/new26.07.19

The enemy says bow or burn. But if you do not bow, you will not burn, but instead the 4th Man will manifest Himself to you, and bring you through the fiery furnace, as we see in Daniel 3. Who is this 4th Man? Derek explores the themes of steadfast faith and divine deliverance, emphasising the power of God to protect and elevate those who remain true in their faith. Witness the miraculous intervention of the 4th Man in the fiery furnace, a powerful symbol of Jesus Christ's Presence with us in times of trial.

Jeremiah 29:1-23// Paul BrandesWe often hear Jeremiah 29:11 quoted on graduation cards, but what does it mean when it is spoken to people living as captives in a foreign land? In this study of Jeremiah 29:1-23, we look at the letter Jeremiah sent to the exiles in Babylon. Instead of telling them they would escape quickly, God told them to plant gardens, build houses, and pray for the peace of the city they were trapped in. This sermon explores what it looks like to trust God when life does not look the way you planned, how to find him when you search with all your heart, and why his promises are reliable even in the middle of difficult seasons.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49636416 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2574/responses/new26.07.19

The enemy says bow or burn. But if you do not bow, you will not burn, but instead the 4th Man will manifest Himself to you, and bring you through the fiery furnace, as we see in Daniel 3. Who is this 4th Man? Derek explores the themes of steadfast faith and divine deliverance, emphasising the power of God to protect and elevate those who remain true in their faith. Witness the miraculous intervention of the 4th Man in the fiery furnace, a powerful symbol of Jesus Christ's Presence with us in times of trial.

Lance Wallnau spent years thinking he was out of God's will, working in "Babylon, New York," making money in the corporate world, wondering when God would finally let him into "real" ministry. It took a stranger's prophetic word, a boardroom prophecy that ended in a standing ovation, and a Georgia state senator who died for 40 minutes to show him he'd had it backwards the whole time. What if the place you're trying to escape is actually the assignment? In this episode, Lance shares his own journey to discovering his calling, including finding out about his hidden Jewish heritage through a prophetic word, and tells the real, verifiable origin story of the seven mountains mandate: how Senator Michael Crotts' near-death experience, a phone call his own secretary says she never made, and a conversation with Loren Cunningham all converged to reveal the seven spheres that shape culture: church, family, education, government, media, arts, and business. In this episode: * How a stranger's prophetic word revealed Lance's hidden Jewish, rabbinic heritage * Why 90% of believers are never taught to find their calling outside the four walls of the church * The corporate boardroom prophecy that got a standing ovation from executives * The true origin story of the seven mountains mandate * Senator Michael Crotts' 40-minute near-death experience and the vision of seven islands * The mysterious phone call nobody can explain If you've ever felt like your job, your industry, or your everyday life was somehow "less than" ministry, this episode will change how you see your calling. Podcast Episode 2184: Finding Your CALLING + Origin Story of 7 Mountains | don't miss this! Listen to more episodes of the Lance Wallnau Show at lancewallnau.com/podcast

Send us Fan MailThe headlines out of the Middle East change by the hour, but some patterns feel bigger than politics. Today we take a careful, Scripture first look at Israel, Iran (Persia), Russia, and the growing talk of “peace” agreements, then ask the uncomfortable question: what if the Bible warns us about that exact moment when people start saying everything is finally safe? We walk through Ezekiel 38 like a checklist: who is involved, what happens, when it happens, and why it happens. Dr. Michael Cloer explains how he understands names like Gog, Magog, Rosh, Meshach, and Tubal, and why he connects them to a northern power aligned with an Islamic coalition that includes Persia. We also talk about why prophecy teachers focus so much on Israel “dwelling securely,” and what modern conditions might look like if that window of security appears. Along the way, we touch on Babylon themes, shifting alliances, and why diplomacy can be good while still falling short of lasting peace. Then we bring it home. If biblical prophecy is real, it is not trivia it is a wake up call. We close with the clearest takeaway we know how to give: Jesus wins, and the time to surrender your life to Him is now. If this conversation helped you think, share it with a friend, subscribe for next week, and leave a review so more people can find More Than Medicine.Support the showhttps://www.jacksonfamilyministry.comhttps://bobslone.com/home/podcast-production/

Send us Fan MailToday's podcast is about humility and its role in spiritual warfare. Our scripture is Daniel Chapter 4:37b, "And those who walk in pride he is able to humble." These are the words of King Nebuchadnezzar II as he spoke about God.Nebuchadnezzar II was a Babylonian King who reigned from around 605 to 562 BCE. Among his many military conquests is the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BCE. He is also known for his many ambitious building projects, including the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.He is also famous for his praise of God in the Book of Daniel, chapters 2-4. In chapter 2, after Daniel interprets the king's dream of an enormous statue, the king said, “Surely your God is the God of gods and the Lord of kings and a revealer of mysteries, for you were able to reveal this mystery.” In chapter three, the king saw the three Hebrew boys escape the fiery furnace he had thrown them into for defying his order to worship an idol statue. After they emerged from that fire unscathed, Nebuchadnezzar said, “Praise be to the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, who has sent his angel and rescued his servants! They trusted in him and defied the king's command and were willing to give up their lives rather than serve or worship any god except their own God. Therefore I decree that the people of any nation or language who say anything against the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego be cut into pieces, and their houses be turned into piles of rubble, for no other god can save in this way.”Again, in chapter four, the king pays homage to God, but only after he went mad for esteeming himself above the One, True God. After the king repented, his sanity was restored, and he said: “Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and exalt and glorify the King of heaven, because everything he does is right and all his ways are just. And those who walk in pride he is able to humble.” Daniel 4:37 NIVWe can only hope that God reached Nebuchadnezzar in chapter 4. His humility lasted only a little while after chapter 2. It is believed that 20-30 years will pass before we reach chapter 4.These chapters, especially chapter four, are about being humble and subduing pride. The most compelling reason to be humble is that we are all going to die. Yes, we are all going back to dust.Humility is a spiritual warfare weapon because you cannot be successful in spiritual warfare without three things—first submitting to the will of God, then admitting that you can do nothing without Him, and finally, committing to do what He leads you to do after you submit and admit.Humility subdues pride and puts pride under your foot where it belongs because God hates a proud look. Thus, God cannot be present with you in spiritual warfare if you are garnered in pride.So, for success in spiritual warfare, cover your armor in humble submission to his will. And don't be like King Nebuchadnezzar, whose humility was temporary. Be steadfast and stay humble all the days of your life.If you want to contact us or comment on this podcast, please visit our website and select www.cgmissions.com/podcasts, where all episodes are available by category in series format. You can see some video and audio podcasts at: www.youtube.com/@cgmissionsinc then select from the video or podcast"Playlist."   CGM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations may be made on our website:https://www.cgmissions.com/donate-here-general-and-wecare/

Isaiah 40:6-8 answers the question, starting a hope-filled section. Israel faced exile due to sin: Jerusalem fell, the temple was destroyed, and people were taken to Babylon. Everything stable was shaken. Before promising restoration, God reminds His people that human life is temporary; nations, kings, and empires rise and fall, eventually disappearing. But above all the uncertainty of history stands one unchanging reality: “The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God stands forever.”

When the northern ten tribes vanished into Assyria and the walls of Jerusalem were leveled to dust by Babylon, it wasn't a failure of God's power—it was the tragic consequence of an unfaithful people. If you feel like the cultural walls are breaking down around you today, this study of the Scattering of Israel reveals exactly how to find your spiritual anchor. Summary: In this sobering deep dive into 2 Kings 14–25, we look at the historical collapse of both Israel and Judah, tracing the long line of kings who ignored the warnings of the prophets until there was no remedy left. By analyzing these final chapters of the history of the divided kingdoms, we discover the tragic steps of apostasy and the beautiful moments of temporary restoration under righteous leaders. The Thistle and the Cedar: We analyze the pride of King Amaziah and how minor victories can trick us into overestimating our own strength, leading to devastating vulnerability. The Destruction of Nehushtan: We study King Hezekiah's bold iconoclasm, where he smashed the very bronze serpent Moses made because the people had turned a signpost into an idol. Learn to never confuse the means with the end. Psychological Warfare at the Wall: We break down Rab-shakeh's terrifying speech outside Jerusalem and why the best response to the modern world's mocking is often to "hold your peace" and let God fight your battles. Wiping the Dish: We confront the terrifyingly visual imagery of God wiping Jerusalem like a dish and turning it upside down, seeing how structural neglect leads to spiritual collapse. Finding the Book of the Law: We follow the 8-year-old King Josiah as he repairs the temple breaches, discovers lost scripture, and humbles himself before Huldah the prophetess to launch a total national restoration. The Babylonian Captivity: We witness the final fall of Zedekiah, the breaking of Solomon's pillars, and the carrying away of the temple vessels—realizing that even when we are scattered, the covenant is never completely forgotten. Call-to-Action: Hezekiah smashed a sacred relic because it started getting in the way of true worship. What is the "Nehushtan" or distraction in your life that you need to break to clear your view of the Savior? Let's build a meaningful dialogue in the comments. 

What if the World Cup is about more than just soccer?In this episode, we're connecting dots that most people never think to connect.Why do billions of people gather around sports? Why do we call someone "the GOAT"? Why does the number 33 keep appearing in symbolism and esoteric traditions? Why have civilizations—from Babylon to Rome to today—always elevated heroes and built spectacles that capture the world's attention?Together, we'll explore the symbolism behind the World Cup, the rise of hero worship, the difference between biblical numbers and numerology, and the deeper question that Scripture continually asks:What has your worship?This isn't an episode about condemning sports or telling you it's wrong to enjoy a game. It's about examining the human heart and asking when admiration crosses the line into devotion.Because every culture has its heroes.Every kingdom has its symbols.And every human being worships something.The question isn't if you worship.The question is who—or what—has your worship?-------------------------------------Amy is a Christian counselor - book an appointment:https://www.biblicalguidancecounseling.com/appointmentsAmy's online Bible studies:https://rumble.com/c/BibleStudywithEyesontheright?e9s=src_v1_cmdInstagram: @eyesontherightpodcast@eyesontheright

In the book of Daniel, we see the dramatic final moments that lead to the fall of the Babylonian empire. And in these fascinating details, we receive a clear warning about the judgment of God. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro discusses crucial lessons to be learned from the fall of Babylon.

If you have any questions or comments, send Pastor John a text.Pastor John Bornschein examines Daniel 10:1-10 which gives the reader a glimpse into the spiritual realm, starting with a vision of Jesus Christ. Support the showProduced by Calvary Fellowship Fountain Valley church. Learn more at www.CalvaryFountain.com

Each Epic episode is produced by Playful World Ministries! And it's the we rely on the generous gifts of our Financial Champions that allow us to continue playfully reaching kids for Christ. To become a Champion, please go to: https://actintl.givingfuel.com/brownlee And Thank you!Episode 25: “Nebuchadnezzar Goes Completely Mental”-After our studio introduction takes at least three or four tries, and we destroy a few copies of the music, we eventually get to Chapter 27 – where we find Daniel's interpretation of Nebuchadnezzar dream is spot on – giving the king of Babylon a huge dose of humility – and a life lesson we can each apply to our own lives! Featuring Chapter 27 the audiobook “The Prophet, the Shepherd, & the Star,” by Jenny L. Cote0:25 – Our show introductions become a bit of a mess, as we burn through several copies of the theme song!!4:44– Chapter 27: “Nebuchadnezzar Goes Completely Mental” 30:32 – In Jenny's Corner… we discuss ole King Nebuchadnezzar – what was his fate – eternally speaking? And what can we all learn from his fascinating story?And as always – we'd love to hear from you! Email Jenny: Jenny@epicorderoftheseven.com or email our studios: playfulworldministries@gmail.com And by the way: All of the Epic Order of the Seven books and audiobooks written by Jenny L. Cote, and narrated by Denny Brownlee are available from the Epic Store on Jenny's website at www.epicorderoftheseven.com. You can even get signed copies – signed by Jenny and even pawtographed by Max and Liz!

HAGGAI, ZECHARIAH and MALACHI It is an unfortunate misconception that because these books are called "The Minor Prophets, as their relevance to our lives is also minor." This couldn't be further from the truth! The richness of life's lessons and our prophetic hope permeate every word. Don't be tricked into missing these overwhelmingly rich studies. In the book of Haggai we see God sending the prophet Haggai to challenge the people to rebuild which led to a significant turning point in their history. Haggia's audience was the remnant. (They were not unbelievers.) They were the right people, living in the right place, wanting to do the right work, and for the right reasons. But their priorities were not right. They were caught up in their own pursuits. They were living for themselves rather than for God's glory. [Isn't that us?] Zechariah is often called the Apocalypse of the OT, it presents the Messiah as: The Branch who will remove iniquity, The Stone, His Throne, His Temple, The Coming King, The Shepherd, The Triumphal Entry, on a donkey, His Betrayal for 30 pieces of silver, His Crucifixion, and His Second Coming: looking upon me whom they pierced. It also focuses on the Day of YHWH, the return of Israel in unbelief, and their passing through the Great Tribulation; the siege of Jerusalem by the confederated Gentile powers, and their deliverance by King Messiah. Zechariah also gives us the only physical description of the Antichrist in the Scripture. [It also seems to suggest a neutron bomb in Chapter 14.] It also may hold the solution to the enigma of Mystery Babylon and its relation to literal Babylon in prophecy. Malachi means ''my messengers.'' Malachi ministered in the fifth century b.c., about 100 years after Cyrus had issued the decree in 538 b.c. which permitted Jews to return from exile to Judah. The destruction of Edom (re: Mal 1:3-5) was affected by the Nabatean Arabs who totally drove out the Edomites between 550 and 400 B.C., setting up their own Idumean state in its place. This study contains 19 hours of verse by verse teachings. Copyright © 10-01-1997 Remastered to Video: 2024

This is our NEW RELEASE review podcast, ONE HOT TAKE.Someone has accidentally made Babylon for nine-year-olds.Synopsis:Follows the Minions in 1920s Hollywood as they search for frightening creatures for their monster movie, partner with a green creature, and must save the planet after unleashing monsters.Stu Coote:The co-host of the (retired) Sinner Files movie podcast is the chief instigator behind our cinematic deep-dive brand.One Heat Minute ProductionsWEBSITE: oneheatminute.comTWITTER: @OneBlakeMinute & @OHMPodsMERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/en-au/stores/one-heat-minute-productionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of The Missing Secret Podcast, John and Kelly discuss the concept of creating a nest egg so you can retire. In discussing this, Kelly notes that she was a saver from a young age. Literally putting aside 20% a year. She was taught this by her dad who made her read the classic book Richest Man in Babylon. It truly is a fabulous book that really explains the concept of saving and compounding interest. John points out that he wasn't that enlightened when he was younger. He didn't really save in his 30s and 40s because he thought he would hit it big at some point in his entrepreneurial career. Fortunately he did. But it wasn't a good strategy not to be embracing savings from a young age.John talks about how when he sold his company he got a large amount of money. And his idea was he just had to get about 5% return on the money in order to pay all his living expenses. But he discovered something he wish he had been alerted to at a younger age. Investment planners and money managers always tell people to diversify as opposed to investing their money in the S&P 500. With the idea of avoiding that 30% drop in the market that happens about every 10 years. But John found that not to be good strategy. Inevitably, that strategy of diversification would maybe cost John 10% a year of less returns than he would've gotten if he had invested in the S&P 500.So John is now at the point of embracing the idea of just putting his money in the S&P 500 and not doing anything else. This is actually the strategy of Warren Buffett. He says that by investing in the S&P 500, you're investing in the United States. Which is the most powerful and innovative country in the world. And in the long run, that works out. Then John goes on to talk about the concept of never loaning money to anyone. Make that your golden rule. Kelly says she never learns money with the expectation of getting it back. And the last tidbit John talks about is never doing private investments or limited partnerships. Only invest in the S&P 500 and publicly traded stocks.The last thing John and Kelly talk about is clarity. Most people have about 40% clarity in their life. Watch what happens when you get it up to 100% clarity and you feed that clarity to yourself each day. Game changing. Buy John's book, THE MISSING SECRET of the Legendary Book Think and Grow Rich : And a 12-minute-a-day technique to apply it here.About the Hosts:John MitchellJohn's story is pretty amazing. After spending 20 years as an entrepreneur, John was 50 years old but wasn't as successful as he thought he should be. To rectify that, he decided to find the “top book in the world” on SUCCESS and apply that book literally Word for Word to his life. That Book is Think & Grow Rich. The book says there's a SECRET for success, but the author only gives you half the secret. John figured out the full secret and a 12 minute a day technique to apply it.When John applied his 12 minute a day technique to his life, he saw his yearly income go to over $5 million a year, after 20 years of $200k - 300k per year. The 25 times increase happened because John LEVERAGED himself by applying science to his life.His daily technique works because it focuses you ONLY on what moves the needle, triples your discipline, and consistently generates new business ideas every week. This happens because of 3 key aspects of the leveraging process.John's technique was profiled on the cover of Time Magazine. He teaches it at the University of Texas' McCombs School of Business, which is one the TOP 5 business schools in the country. He is also the “mental coach” for the head athletic coaches at the University of Texas as well.Reach out to John at john@thinkitbeit.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-mitchell-76483654/Kelly HatfieldKelly Hatfield is an entrepreneur at heart. She believes wholeheartedly in the power of the ripple effect and has built several successful companies aimed at helping others make a greater impact in their businesses and lives.She has been in the recruiting, HR, and leadership development space for over 25 years and loves serving others. Kelly, along with her amazing business partners and teams, has built four successful businesses aimed at matching exceptional talent with top organizations and developing their leadership. Her work coaching and consulting with companies to develop their leadership teams, design recruiting and retention strategies, AND her work as host of Absolute Advantage podcast (where she talks with successful entrepreneurs, executives, and thought leaders across a variety of industries), give her a unique perspective covering the hiring experience and leadership from all angles.As a Partner in her most recent venture, Think It Be It, Kelly has made the natural transition into the success and human achievement field, helping entrepreneurs break through to the next level in their businesses. Further expanding the impact she's making in this world. Truly living into the power of the ripple effect.Reach out to Kelly at kelly@thinkitbeit.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-hatfield-2a2610a/Learn more about Think It Be It at https://thinkitbeit.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/think-it-be-it-llcFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thinkitbeitcompanyThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. 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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by actor Elijah Alexander. Elijah stars in the critically acclaimed series “The Chosen” portraying the calculating Roman magistrate Atticus. He's a graduate of The Yale School of Drama and has decades of experience in film, television and on stage. He has also recently joined the cast of the upcoming biblical film “Daniel: The Fiery Furnace” portraying King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon which will release in U.S. theaters nationwide in September. Elijah was born to an Egyptian/Israeli Jewish father and an Irish/Welsh Lutheran mother. He speaks about how his journey of faith unfolded while filming “The Chosen” last year and he was baptized on the set.Support the show

What if the most powerful religious leader in ancient Judah was the king's mother? Sister Heather Farrell walks us through 2 Chronicles and the queen mother whose name the record keeps even when it forgets everything else, and makes the case that the covenants have always traveled through the household and through family stories far messier than we'd like to admit.SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTSEnglish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230ENFrench: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230FRGerman: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230DEPortuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230PTSpanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230ESYOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/00ytqfvXE48ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTESfollowHIM website: https://www.followHIMpodcast.comFREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKSNew Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBookOld Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBookBook of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTERhttps://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followHIMpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastTIMECODE0:00 - Part 1 - Sister Heather Farrell1:15 Why would anyone love Chronicles?2:51 “Our eyes are upon thee”4:01 Bio6:40 Come, Follow Me Manual7:49 Chronicles 101: one book, not two (and its two obsessions)9:50 Hebrew Bible, Tanakh, and Torah10:55 The Chronicler as Mormon13:04 Egypt, Assyria, Babylon, Persia–4 ways to conquer a people16:28 The last verse in the Hebrew Bible is about the temple17:47 Dolly, Mary, and a messy line22:23 Why do Kings and Chronicles tell the same stories?24:24 Solomon built two houses26:36 The Nauvoo parallel28:13 God accepts the dedication31:03 The verse that became a song33:33 The second covenant35:43 Official religion vs. household religion38:30 Easter happens at home (why we need fridge magnets)40:40 Asa tears down the high places and groves43:18 Asherah and why she is NOT our Heavenly Mother46:35 Asa's prayer48:20 Worthiness to ask for a miracle50:38 Spiritual storehouses (like grain but better)53:03 The hard verse is descriptive not prescriptive55:21 Asa's mistake58:13 The gebirah–the King's mother1:00:13 Bathsheba and why Kings always names the mother1:02:39 Covenant power that transfers through a woman1:05:13 A dynasty that runs on worthiness, not just blood1:06:12 Jumping Jehoshaphat1:08:37 “There is yet one man … but I hate him”1:09:47 End of Part 1 – Sister Heather FarrellThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish TranscriptsAmelia Kabwika: Portuguese TranscriptsHeather Barlow: Communications DirectorSydney Smith: Social Media, Graphic Design "Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com

HAGGAI, ZECHARIAH and MALACHI It is an unfortunate misconception that because these books are called "The Minor Prophets, as their relevance to our lives is also minor." This couldn't be further from the truth! The richness of life's lessons and our prophetic hope permeate every word. Don't be tricked into missing these overwhelmingly rich studies. In the book of Haggai we see God sending the prophet Haggai to challenge the people to rebuild which led to a significant turning point in their history. Haggia's audience was the remnant. (They were not unbelievers.) They were the right people, living in the right place, wanting to do the right work, and for the right reasons. But their priorities were not right. They were caught up in their own pursuits. They were living for themselves rather than for God's glory. [Isn't that us?] Zechariah is often called the Apocalypse of the OT, it presents the Messiah as: The Branch who will remove iniquity, The Stone, His Throne, His Temple, The Coming King, The Shepherd, The Triumphal Entry, on a donkey, His Betrayal for 30 pieces of silver, His Crucifixion, and His Second Coming: looking upon me whom they pierced. It also focuses on the Day of YHWH, the return of Israel in unbelief, and their passing through the Great Tribulation; the siege of Jerusalem by the confederated Gentile powers, and their deliverance by King Messiah. Zechariah also gives us the only physical description of the Antichrist in the Scripture. [It also seems to suggest a neutron bomb in Chapter 14.] It also may hold the solution to the enigma of Mystery Babylon and its relation to literal Babylon in prophecy. Malachi means ''my messengers.'' Malachi ministered in the fifth century b.c., about 100 years after Cyrus had issued the decree in 538 b.c. which permitted Jews to return from exile to Judah. The destruction of Edom (re: Mal 1:3-5) was affected by the Nabatean Arabs who totally drove out the Edomites between 550 and 400 B.C., setting up their own Idumean state in its place. This study contains 19 hours of verse by verse teachings. Copyright © 10-01-1997 Remastered to Video: 2024

In the final years of Sennacherib's reign, the Neo-Assyrian Empire entered a strange period of peace. After decades of war, conquest, rebellion, and the destruction of Babylon, the greatest military power of the ancient Near East suddenly stopped expanding.Was Sennacherib simply more interested in building Nineveh than campaigning abroad? Had Assyria reached the natural limits of profitable conquest? Or were omens and divination beginning to restrain the king's decisions?The question became far more dangerous when Sennacherib unexpectedly removed his established crown prince and elevated a younger son: Assur-ahu-iddina, better known as Esarhaddon. Sickly, deeply religious, and apparently favored by prophets and diviners, Esarhaddon was proclaimed the heir during a period of intense religious activity surrounding the restoration of the Akitu festival.His older brothers did not accept the decision.This episode follows the final years of Sennacherib, the religious and political logic behind Esarhaddon's elevation, the rivalry among the Assyrian princes, the assassination of Sennacherib by his own sons, and the brief civil war that brought Esarhaddon to the throne.Along the way, we examine how omens actually influenced Assyrian policy, why sacred oaths may have mattered more than modern historians assume, and how royal propaganda transformed a violent succession crisis into proof that the gods themselves had chosen the new king.Topics include Sennacherib, Esarhaddon, Urdu-Mullissu, Naqia, the Neo-Assyrian Empire, Assyrian divination, the Akitu festival, the destruction of Babylon, Assyrian succession, ancient prophecy, royal assassination, and the religion of ancient Mesopotamia.

How can we be certain the Bible's predictions about the future will actually come true? Jim Scudder opens a new series on Revelation by showing how prophecies about Babylon, Nineveh, and Tyre came to pass exactly as written.

HAGGAI, ZECHARIAH and MALACHI It is an unfortunate misconception that because these books are called "The Minor Prophets, as their relevance to our lives is also minor." This couldn't be further from the truth! The richness of life's lessons and our prophetic hope permeate every word. Don't be tricked into missing these overwhelmingly rich studies. In the book of Haggai we see God sending the prophet Haggai to challenge the people to rebuild which led to a significant turning point in their history. Haggia's audience was the remnant. (They were not unbelievers.) They were the right people, living in the right place, wanting to do the right work, and for the right reasons. But their priorities were not right. They were caught up in their own pursuits. They were living for themselves rather than for God's glory. [Isn't that us?] Zechariah is often called the Apocalypse of the OT, it presents the Messiah as: The Branch who will remove iniquity, The Stone, His Throne, His Temple, The Coming King, The Shepherd, The Triumphal Entry, on a donkey, His Betrayal for 30 pieces of silver, His Crucifixion, and His Second Coming: looking upon me whom they pierced. It also focuses on the Day of YHWH, the return of Israel in unbelief, and their passing through the Great Tribulation; the siege of Jerusalem by the confederated Gentile powers, and their deliverance by King Messiah. Zechariah also gives us the only physical description of the Antichrist in the Scripture. [It also seems to suggest a neutron bomb in Chapter 14.] It also may hold the solution to the enigma of Mystery Babylon and its relation to literal Babylon in prophecy. Malachi means ''my messengers.'' Malachi ministered in the fifth century b.c., about 100 years after Cyrus had issued the decree in 538 b.c. which permitted Jews to return from exile to Judah. The destruction of Edom (re: Mal 1:3-5) was affected by the Nabatean Arabs who totally drove out the Edomites between 550 and 400 B.C., setting up their own Idumean state in its place. This study contains 19 hours of verse by verse teachings. Copyright © 10-01-1997 Remastered to Video: 2024

On the previous episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro began a fascinating lesson about the rise and fall of the city of Babylon. On this episode, he continues peeling back the layers of history and prophecy to recognize why this ancient city is so relevant today.

A sermon preached by Rev. Ginger E. Gaines-Cirelli with Foundry UMC, July 5, 2026, sixth Sunday after Pentecost. “We Know Who We Are”series. Texts: Jeremiah 22:13–16; Luke 14:12–24   This weekend our nation marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence. This is an occasion for celebration. It's also an invitation to reflection. Moments like this invite us to look backward with gratitude, to look honestly at who we have become, and to consider what kind of future is still possible. This year those reflections seem incredibly important. Ours is a nation of extraordinary gifts and extraordinary contradictions. We inherit remarkable democratic ideals alongside a history that has too often failed to live up to them. We are living through another season when many of us are deeply concerned about our common life. Because our nation is broken. We see division deepen, neighbors dehumanized, militarism, cruelty and violence normalized, power abused for personal gain, and disregard for the rule of law. Perhaps you'd describe our situation differently, but I can't imagine anyone would argue that everything's OK. And while it doesn't make it any better, I think it's helpful to remember that what's happening in our nation and world right now has happened many times before. If the prophet Jeremiah were to wander into our capital city he would feel right at home—surely to his dismay. Let me explain by telling you a story. Jeremiah is preaching in the final decades before Jerusalem falls to Babylon. Assyria has collapsed. Egypt and Babylon are competing for power. Judah is caught in the middle. The world order is shifting dramatically and it is a time of profound national anxiety—about security, identity, economic stability, and the future. In our text, Jeremiah is speaking not to the people, but specifically to the king, Jehoiakim. And he's none too pleased with what is happening. But to understand why you need some backstory. Jehoiakim's father, Josiah, had been one of Judah's finest kings. He wasn't perfect, but he loved God, took the covenant and the laws established during Moses' time seriously, and sought to govern with justice. As Jeremiah remembers him, he “judged the cause of the poor and needy.” Then Josiah died unexpectedly on the battlefield. It was a devastating national loss. The future suddenly felt uncertain. Egypt quickly asserted control over Judah, deposing one of Josiah's sons and installing another—Eliakim, whose name Pharaoh changed to Jehoiakim (a classic power play). Jehoiakim wasn't in an enviable position. He was set up to do the bidding of Pharoah, required to pay tribute, and anxious about survival for himself and his people. Maybe it was the pressure or maybe it was pure opportunism, but Jehoiakim made a choice. Rather than “judging the cause of the poor an needy,” he consolidated power, exploited labor, and built a magnificent cedar palace as a symbol of royal prestige. Jeremiah looked at that palace and didn't celebrate its magnificence but instead says, “Woe to him who builds his house by unrighteousness...” He asked a different question than everyone else. Not, “Isn't it impressive?” but, “How did it get built? Who paid the price? Who was harmed in the process?” And then this: “Did not your father eat and drink and do justice and righteousness?” This may seem a random question, but it reveals that Jeremiah's critique isn't about having wealth or a comfortable life. In other words, Josiah wasn't a monk. He enjoyed the ordinary gifts of life. The difference isn't that one king denied himself while the other indulged himself. The difference is that one understood leadership as doing justice and practicing right relationship, while the other understood leadership as entitlement. One king governed as someone who knew God, while the other governed as though power itself could save him. Jeremiah continues, clarifying his critique: “Your father judged the cause of the poor and needy; then it was well. ‘Is not this to know me?' says the Lord.  But your eyes and heart are only on your dishonest gain, for shedding innocent blood, and for practicing oppression and violence.” Again, the question Jeremiah asks it key: “Is not this to know me?” If someone asked you to finish the sentence, “To know God is...” what would you say? To worship regularly? To believe the right things? To pray? I imagine all of those can be valid answers. But Jeremiah offers this: to know God is to set your eyes and your heart on what God cares about; to attend to the needs of the most vulnerable, to use power wisely, generously, and compassionately, to treat workers with fairness, to do justice. Is not this to know me? In every age there is a dominant story about what will make things in your life “well.” There are temptations and pressures to sacrifice the good of the “we” for the benefit of only “me.” And in every age, God's faithful are called to offer a counter-testimony. And just to finish storytelling time, Jehoiakim made his choice. He went to a lot of trouble to try to make himself and Judah look strong. He builds his palace, projects confidence, accumulates wealth, uses forced labor. But within about twenty years, Jerusalem is destroyed. His dishonest gain and self-serving choices did not make things well. The palace doesn't save anybody—not the nation and certainly not the people. Jeremiah saw that writing on the wall. And his message to the king is one we need to hear again and again: A society cannot create security—a nation will never be great—while abandoning God's call to compassion and justice. There is no separating our love of God from care of our common life. John Wesley would agree wholeheartedly. He insisted there is no holiness but social holiness. He didn't mean that we're saved by activism. He meant what we discussed last week: that grace blesses me AND creates “we,” forgives me and sends “us.” Ours is not a private practice. Grace always creates community, reshapes relationships, and spills over into the way we use money, exercise power, welcome neighbors, and seek the common good. Personal holiness overflows into public holiness. That's one of the gifts of being United Methodist. Our tradition has never imagined that following Jesus ends at the sanctuary door. For more than fifty years we've had something called the Social Principles—not as a substitute for Scripture or as a party platform, but as a guide for Christian moral discernment. They are our denomination's attempt to ask, together, “What does faithful discipleship look like in the complexities of modern life?” And in 2024, our worldwide church thoroughly revised them. That revision wasn't simply updating language. It reflects the wisdom of the faithful from our whole denomination—disciples from Africa, Europe, the Philippines, the United States, and beyond—asking together how the Gospel speaks into economics, creation care, technology, war and peace, migration, human dignity, and public life. The principles guide our action and advocacy, but we don't pretend every faithful Christian will reach identical conclusions about every public question. We also refuse to pretend that the Gospel has nothing to say about public life. Our United Methodist Social Principles remind us we don't have to figure all this out alone. We inherit Scripture. We inherit tradition. We inherit the wisdom of Christians around the world. All helping us answer Jeremiah's question: What does it mean to know God? Jeremiah says that to know God is to care about what and who God cares about. Again and again Jesus shows us how to live that. He sits down at tables with all kinds of people. And in today' Gospel, while dining with a prominent Pharisee, he quietly begins rearranging everyone's assumptions about belonging. “Don't invite only the people who can return the favor,” he says. “Invite those who cannot repay you.” Then he tells a story about a banquet where the invitation keeps widening until there is room for everyone God longs to gather. ...the invitation keeps widening until there is room for everyone God longs to gather. The table is big enough. Grace is abundant enough. And everyone—from the richest to the poorest, from stranger to friend—is invited to be filled. And then things are well. As we celebrate our nation's birthday, the question before us is not simply what kind of nation we want to be, but what kind of people God is calling us to become. Christians have always loved their country best not by confusing it with God's reign, but by measuring every nation—including our own—against God's justice, God's compassion, and God's welcome. So we keep listening for Jeremiah's question, “Is not this to know me?” And we keep allowing Jesus to reshape our imagination around his table where there is always another place and the invitation keeps reaching farther than anyone expected. Friends, we're about to come to that table. Every time we gather here, we embody a different story from the one our world tells. The world teaches us to ask: Who deserves a place? Who has earned it? Who belongs? Jesus asks different questions: Who still needs an invitation? How can we make more room? And then he places bread in our hands and sends us back into the world to live the answer. Amen.   + + + Sending: This week, take one faithful public step. Maybe it is serving. Maybe it is giving. Maybe it is speaking up for someone whose voice is overlooked. Maybe it's inviting someone who wouldn't expect an invitation. Maybe it is reading a section of the Social Principles and asking where they challenge or deepen your own thinking. Not because the church is trying to tell you what to think, but because discipleship asks us to think faithfully about the world God loves. Just take one step. Because that's where holiness always begins. God in peace and power…

Learning to Accept the Lord's Consequences by Autumn Dickson For a few weeks, two of my kids were really struggling. They would fly off the handle at little provocations. I would ask them to do things, and they would throw a fit (or throw other things). It was beyond normal kid misbehavior. I still don't know whether it was a phase or something going on at school. I tried hard to figure it out, but couldn't. After trying to connect with them first, we ended up just spending a lot of time in our rooms. If they made my home miserable, they were going to spend time in their room. My normal philosophy is that as soon as they are truly repentant, they can come out. As soon as their ready to be part of the family, they can come join the family. Unfortunately, it didn't seem to be cutting it. So we spent extra time in our rooms for just a couple of days. Some days, they would spend the whole afternoon into the evening in their rooms, and I would bring them dinner. There was one day where Warner tried talking to me through the door. He asked me, “Mom why are you being so mean? I'm sorry. Can I come out?” I had let him out previously, and we ended up exactly where we were within minutes. So he stayed. There are a lot of moments in parenting where you question whether you're getting it right. This was definitely one of those times. I didn't know what my kids needed in order to turn themselves around and choose happiness, but I had exhausted other options so we were trying this one. The spirit was super kind and as I walked away from their doors, a verse was brought to mind. In Mosiah 21, we learn that the Lord was slow to hear the cries of His people because of their iniquities. The Lord is perfectly loving, and He made a perfectly appropriate choice to be slow in responding to their cries. Sometimes we need to sit with the discomfort a little bit longer in order for the lesson to sink in. After a couple days of this torture (for them and for me), we finally started controlling our tempers and choices again. My home isn't perfect, but it's definitely more peaceful than it was for those couple of weeks. This week in the Old Testament, we read about some people who found themselves in similar situations. I want to specifically talk about Zedekiah. I want to tell Zedekiah's story. Many of the details are actually found in the book of Jeremiah who was the prophet at the time of Zedekiah. At this point in our timeline, the southern kingdom of Judah has been conquered by Babylon. Babylon puts Zedekiah in as a puppet king. Zedekiah swears an oath of loyalty to Babylon. Zedekiah reigns for a total period of 11 years. Around year 9, he starts rebelling against Babylon. He stops paying tribute and seeks help from Egypt. Most importantly, he ignores warnings from the prophet, Jeremiah. Over and over and over and over, Jeremiah warns Zedekiah to bow down to Babylon. Zedekiah receives a very clear warning: submit or the city will be destroyed. Egypt will not save you. Unfortunately, Zedekiah believes Jeremiah, but he keeps rebelling against Babylon anyway. He pays the price for it. 2 Kings 25:6-7 6 So they took the king, and brought him up to the king of Babylon to Riblah; and they gave judgment upon him. 7 And they slew the sons of Zedekiah before his eyes, and put out the eyes of Zedekiah, and bound him with fetters of brass, and carried him to Babylon. Zedekiah's sons were killed, and he was blinded. The principle I want to teach in this post requires highlighting a very specific fact: Judah's subservience to Babylon was a direct result of breaking their covenants. Judah needed to repent, and the Lord sent Babylon to help them do it. Apparently, their repentance process was not quite over. The Lord was slow to hear their cries. They were not going to be immediately delivered from consequences because the Lord knew what they truly needed. Judah was unimpressed with the Lord's choices, rebelled against their consequences, and found even deeper consequences. Sometimes when we've found ourselves entrenched in the consequences of sin, we bristle against it. We get tired and want to throw it off. We believe that surely, we've repented enough. We can move on. We can do what we want again. We don't want to deal with the pain or humiliation anymore. I think of the Anti-Nephi-Lehies who almost broke their covenant and went back into battle. I think of the consequences of addiction and the continuous maintenance of keeping yourself clean. I think of people who believe it's easier to walk away from the church completely than to try and keep working towards worthiness. We rebel. We find consequences so that the Lord can soften our hearts and reach us. We are annoyed by the consequences, and we find ourselves in deeper trouble than before. We blame the Lord instead of recognizing His desire to help us step in a better direction. The kingdom of Judah hated being a vassal state of Babylon. The leaders and priests found it humiliating and degrading. They did not want their consequences anymore, and it cost them dearly. Consequences are not fun, but they are there for a reason. The Lord doesn't hand out consequences generously to uphold His own control. No, the Lord gives them out as necessary to get us to turn our hearts around. Consequences are a gift and bristling underneath them only drags out the pain further. It doesn't necessarily make the consequence longer, but it does drag out the pain. Let me explain what I mean by that. Think of the Anti-Nephi-Lehies. They were about to break their pacifist covenants when they saw the Nephites suffering on their behalf. The consequences of their past violence was that they needed to keep their “swords bright.” They couldn't stain them with blood again. The Anti-Nephi-Lehies had changed hearts. They were hurting for their Nephite brothers. The consequences were too much to bear. And then I can imagine that it only got worse when their young sons volunteered to go in their place. Can you imagine the grief that filled their hearts? Can you imagine the regret they felt over past actions that kept them from defending their sons? The consequences were REAL. But they accepted the consequences and let their sons go. And because this is the gospel of Jesus Christ, we get a happy ending. The sons were all protected. They performed miracles. They made their fathers and mothers proud. And what's more? They probably developed an intense testimony because of their experiences. The fathers submitted to the consequences of their actions and because of the atonement of Jesus Christ, their submission to the ongoing repentance process became a blessing to them and their families. Any pain they might have felt at sending their boys off surely paled in comparison to the joy they felt at watching their sons come home as incredible, powerful, spiritually gigantic men. Zedekiah bucked against his consequences, and in doing so, told the Lord that he still needed his consequences. He hadn't learned anything yet. Consequences are not fun, but I testify that they are signs and reminders of the love of our Father in Heaven. He wants us to be better because that is the only way to be happier. I testify that the sooner we submit to whatever lessons the Lord is trying to teach us, the sooner we find hope and peace (regardless of whether the lesson continues on). I testify that even if we have to carry consequences the rest of our lives, it is not a sign that the Lord has rejected you. Be patient and submit to what the Lord sent. There is a bright horizon coming. Autumn Dickson was born and raised in a small town in Texas. She served a mission in the Indianapolis Indiana mission. She studied elementary education but has found a particular passion in teaching the gospel. Her desire for her content is to inspire people to feel confident, peaceful, and joyful about their relationship with Jesus Christ and to allow that relationship to touch every aspect of their lives. Autumn was the recipient of FAIR's 2024 John Taylor Defender of the Faith Award. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – 2 Kings 16–25 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

Join veteran Star Trek, and now Babylon 5 podcasters, Brent Allen and Jeff Akin as they dive into Babylon 5 for a second time! They revisit each episode with fresh insights and deeper analysis, reflecting on their first-time reactions. Perfect for First Ones and people new to the series, this journey offers a deeper connection to the world of Babylon 5!It is so mind blowing to me that JMS missed the perfect opportunity to make the ending of this episode an absolute classic!For the First Time Episode - https://www.babylon5first.com/episode/lines-of-communicationThis show is produced in association with the Akin Collective, Mulberry Entertainment, and Framed Games. Find out how you can support the show and get great bonus content like access to notes, a Discord server, unedited reaction videos, and more: https://www.patreon.com/badnerdsSpecial Thanks to all who support our show through Patreon, including:Executive Producers:Aaron BeckerAddrycAndrewAndy LukeAnthony PowellBecky SparksCalinicusCaz SkellyColin 3of5Colin BlairColin PritchardDaniel AlvesDavidDeb L.DundradalFabio KaseckerJack KitchenJames OkeefeJeffrey HayesJesse PiedfortkatKaterina KalinevichKrystle WrightMartin SvendsenMatt IonMattie GarciaMitsy MarcellaMr KrosisNeil MooreNia is framedPaul HessPaul WalcherPeter SchullerRob BentRon HSarah LScott HelsbySnatcher42Starfury 5470Stuart98Suzanne EggTexas Anla'ShoktheecallieTrekkieTreyTheTrekkerProducers:David BlauGuy KovelJohn KonigesFollow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badnerdsftft/https://www.babylon5first.com/All rights belong to the Prime Time Entertainment Network, WBTV, and TNT. No copyright infringement intended.Copyright Disclaimer, Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.Mentioned in this episode:Babylon 5 Bad Nerds Patreon

Much of the book of Daniel centers on Daniel's life in Babylon, and Babylon is frequently mentioned in the Bible. Why is that? What is so significant about this ancient civilization? On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro looks into the history and the prophecies related to Babylon, and why it holds spiritual significance for us today.

On this edition of the Weekly Newsreel, Station Manager Jenna Whetzel talks with Times Independent journalist Andrew Christiansen about the debate on remote airstrips between the Bureau of Land Management and the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance, the opening of the Green River Energy Center, and updates on the Babylon fire in Southeastern Utah.

As we near the end of 2 Kings, Fr. Mike takes us through Babylon's conquest of Judah, under the leadership of King Nebuchadnezzar. He touches on the importance of wisdom in the Book of Proverbs and revisits the sons of Josiah to explain why the people of Israel are so lost. Today's readings are 2 Kings 24, 2 Chronicles 35, and Proverbs 8:22-36. 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.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes(00:00) Israel is scattered because they rejected God's statutes and covenants.(09:05) Israel caused their sons and daughters to pass through the fire and the Lord was very angry with them for this. These chapters are a warning to us today. We are to take care of the weakest among us. When we do, we show the Lord we desire his presence.(11:48) In 721 BC the Assyrian empire carried away the ten tribes of Israel. The text offers clues as to when this record was written.(13:21) King Hezekiah sends an invitation to all of Israel to return to the temple in order to avoid destruction. Individual families who are obedient are saved.(19:01) The Israelites have divided loyalties to many gods. Being committed to our faith significantly impacts our posterity.(21:33) In Isaiah's day, the kingdom of Judah is ruled by King Hezekiah. He takes a bold stand against the Assyrian army and Rabshakeh's rhetoric. This story is also found in Isaiah 36-37.(26:23) Through the prophet Isaiah, the Lord promises to stop the Assyrian army, defend Jerusalem, and preserve a remnant of Judah. The incredible fulfillment of this prophecy is a pivot point in world history.(36:37) Hezekiah allows Babylon to see all the precious things of his house and he is reprimanded by Isaiah for doing so. Isaiah prophesies that Babylon will carry Judah into exile.(39:09) Hezekiah secures the city of Jerusalem by building a tunnel to divert water from the Spring of Gihon into the pool of Siloam inside Jerusalem's walls. He also covers up the water source so that his enemies cannot access it. God honors our best efforts with blessings.(43:43) Manasseh is an evil king of Judah who shed innocent blood, including sacrificing his own son. According to tradition, he even killed the prophet Isaiah.(46:12) Josiah is 8 years old when he began to reign as king. Hilkiah, the high priest in Josiah's day, discovered “The Book of the Law,” which many believe to be the core text of Deuteronomy. The prophetess Huldah proclaims that God's wrath will come upon the people of Judah.(50:29) Josiah's religious reforms are outlined in 2 Kings 23. Josiah burns the Asherah, takes down the high places, slays many priests, stops child sacrifice, and holds Passover.(55:37) The Book of Mormon and doctrines of the Restoration help bring balance to the reforms of Josiah.(1:04:42) Josiah is killed in battle and is replaced by a series of unrighteous kings. King Zedekiah is the last of the kings of Judah. Many of the people of Judah are carried captive into Babylon during this time. This is where the story of Lehi in the Book of Mormon picks up. He prophesies of the coming destruction and takes his family into the wilderness for safety.(1:09:33) After King Zedekiah is captured, Jerusalem and the temple are destroyed by the Babylonians. Gedaliah, a Judean, is appointed to govern the remnant. King Jehoiachin, after over 30 years of captivity in Babylon, is released and allowed to live, sparking hope for the return of the Davidic dynasty.(1:12:05) One son of Zedekiah, Mulek, flees to the Americas and his posterity are the people of Zarahemla, or the “Mulekites” in the Book of Mormon.(1:15:01) Christ is The King. If we put someone or something else on that throne, we will end up lost, captive, and scattered. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 380 | 2 Kings 16-25, Come Follow Me 2026 (July 13-19) appeared first on Talking Scripture.