Podcasts about Balaam

Table of Contents: Brave Iranian Christian Sharia Survivor Gives the Truth to the McKinney City Council Over Proposed Islamic Center: “You're Going to REGRET Not Listening to People Like Us Who Lived Under Sharia Law”– Filmmaker Chris Burgard warns Lara Logan that one of the most dangerous outcomes of America's growing ideological divisions (regarding the cancer of Islam) could be kinetic violence from law abiding Americans! Dallas-Fort Worth Airport To Install Islamic Foot Wash Stations Inside Bathrooms After Muslims Make Mess In Sinks Toyota headquarters & many other places serving Islamic Halal meat!–Boycott Halal! Rev 2:14: But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit fornication. Rev 2:20: Notwithstanding I have a few things against thee, because thou sufferest that woman Jezebel, which calleth herself a prophetess, to teach and to seduce my servants to commit fornication, and to eat things sacrificed unto idols. Update: Thank you for your prayers and Praise the Lord! Today, the gates at Ridglan Farms closed for the last time. The cages are empty. After 60 years, the suffering inside those walls has come to an end. Over the past several months, 2,115 beagles were saved from Ridglan Farms. Now begins something entirely different for them: healing. HELP GET THE WORD OUT!! You closed Ridglan. Now let's free the beagles at Marshall. From Sept 12 to 26, @marchforanimals will lead a 207-mile march from Albany to the steps of Marshall Bioresources where 16,000 beagles remain! Pfizer purchases animals from cruel breeders, including Marshall BioResources, and then subjects them to torture in their laboratories. For example, in one study, Pfizer subjected beagles to 2 weeks of toxicology experiments and then killed them to dissect their bodies. Join us in asking Pfizer to stop experimenting on puppies. Let's stop animal testing in 2026 and stop supporting the companies who do it! Together we can If you have a pet or any farm animals; you're going to want to watch this video–Govt is dropping rabies vaccine packets across the US “AUSTRALIA TO CONDUCT LARGEST WILD-BIRD VACCINATION EXPERIMENT EVER ATTEMPTED 5,000 wild little penguins will be CAPTURED, MICROCHIPPED, and VACCINATED TWICE with an H5N2 bird-flu vaccine How Rockefeller Took Control of the Medical School System How Hospitals Were Before The Rockefeller’s Took Over PDF: Emergency Freedom Alerts 8-24-26 Click Here To Play The Part 2 Audio Source

You are not your own. You were bought at a price — and there's an attack on your life, your future, and the version of you that God is calling you to become.In this raw, unfiltered episode from his Brooklyn apartment, Norense goes deep on devices — the tactics and vices the enemy uses to gain access to your life. He starts where most people don't expect: not with the "obvious" sins, but with lying to yourself, unbelief, and putting your faith in your fear instead of in God.Then he gets honest about the one the culture loves to downplay: sexual immorality. Norense breaks down why sex is spiritual, what a soul tie actually is, and how the enemy weaponizes people and past connections to keep you cycling through shame, isolation, and emptiness. This isn't condemnation — it's a roadmap out.In this episode:Why the real war is spiritual — "we wrestle not against flesh and blood"The subtle vices most people overlook: self-deception, unbelief, and performance identityWhy "you are always being led" — and the real question is who is leading youWhat a soul tie is, why sex creates one, and how to break it through ChristHow the enemy uses people as weapons — the stories of Balaam, Samson, and DelilahWhy anything that dominates you — your attention, intention, and surrender — is not from GodThe difference between deliverance and freedom — and why the Israelites kept wanting to go backPractical "blockades": how to set real-world parameters that protect your walkWhy nothing external ever satisfies — and how to let God purify your desiresKey Truth: "Deliverance is the opportunity to be free — but you still have to walk in freedom. Walk in the Spirit, and you will not fulfill the lust of the flesh."Key Verse: Galatians 5:16 — Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh.⚠️ A note: This episode touches on shame, addiction, and mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available — you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.If this episode hit you:Rate and review the Mind Bully Podcast — it helps this message reach more homes and hearts, one thought at a time.New episodes every week | @mindbullypodcast | @kingno_

 Ask most Christians about the Prophet Balaam, and they will tell you about his talking donkey. But there is an ancient prophecy that Balaam uttered that stretches to the final chapter of the Bible. Standing atop Mount Nebo, Archaeologist Clayton Van Huss weaves biblical insight with historical background as he describes Balaam's prophecy of a Star and a Scepter. Josh Davis wraps up today's episode by turning to Revelation 22 to show how Jesus will fulfill this prophecy.               

In this episode, the hosts examine Charles Spurgeon's sermon “Walking in the Light of the Lord,” preached from Isaiah 2:5: “O house of Jacob, come ye, and let us walk in the light of the Lord.” The discussion begins by placing a widely shared Spurgeon quote about the Jews back into its original sermon context, then expands into a challenging Bible study on Israel, the church, the Gentiles, Zionism, dispensationalism, prophecy, and Christian political influence.The hosts read Isaiah 2:1–5 and consider whether the passage points to the millennial reign, the future restoration of Israel, and a time when the nations will seek the teaching of the Lord. They discuss the distinction between natural Israel and the spiritual people of God, the grafted olive tree, the rejection of the Messiah, and Spurgeon's call for Christians to pray for the conversion and ingathering of the Jewish people.A major question runs throughout the episode: What does it actually mean to “bless Israel”? The conversation compares modern political and military support for Israel with the biblical call to seek a people's true good through repentance, salvation, and faith in Jesus Christ. Passages and concepts include Genesis 12, Numbers 22–24 and Balaam, Numbers 24:9, Galatians 3, Jacob and Esau, covenant blessings and curses, the birthright, and the Messiah as the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham.The episode also explores whether politics flows downstream from culture, how churches shape political narratives, Donald Trump's populist movement, the Epstein files, propaganda, MKUltra, and the tension between political power and the local mission of the church. In the final section, Spurgeon's sermon turns toward evangelism, the joy of seeing converts come to Christ, the meaning of blessing God, free will, Christian service, house-church fellowship, new converts, spiritual zeal, Luke 5 and the old wine, and the danger of becoming lukewarm inside religious institutions.How should Christians think biblically about Israel without surrendering discernment to either political extreme? Share your perspective in the comments.Patreon (Watch Live episodes, early & ad free): https://www.patreon.com/NephilimDeathSquadWebsite & Merch: https://nephilimdeathsquad.comListen/Watch:Audio Podcast: nephilimdeathsquad.carrd.co/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NephilimDeathSquadX: https://twitter.com/NephilimDSquadInstagram: https://instagram.com/nephilimdeathsquadFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AscxBNoH4/ Contact: chroniclesnds@gmail.com TopLobsta:X: https://twitter.com/TopLobstaInstagram: https://instagram.com/TopLobstaMerch: https://TopLobsta.comRaven:X: https://twitter.com/DavidLCorboInstagram: https://instagram.com/ravenofndsCredits:Intro Animation: @jslashr on XMusic: @Dallas_spitfire on X | https://gmbpod.com/ Listen to full intro music here!https://m.soundcloud.com/gmbsounds/nephilim-death-squad?utm_source=mobi&utm_campaign=social_sharing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nephilim-death-squad--6389018/support.☠️ Nephilim Death Squad — New episodes 5x/week.Join our Patreon for early access, bonus shows & the private Telegram hive.Subscribe on YouTube & Rumble, follow @NephilimDSquad on X/Instagram, grab merch at toplobsta.com. Questions/bookings: chroniclesnds@gmail.com — Stay dangerous.

Main Passage: Numbers 22-25The story of Balaam is a strange one. God speaks through a donkey to get his attention! The stranger part is that Balaam still had trouble deciding whether He would follow the Lord or chase after the world. God asks us too whether we will be a blessing or a curse to those around us.

"Balaam's Blessing"Series: Book of NumbersSpeaker: Nick LauerSunday MorningDate: 2nd August 2026Passage: Numbers 23:1-24:25

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Listen in the final part of this episode: is there forgiveness for all kinds of sexual sins? How broad is God's forgiveness? Listen to this episode until the end to get the answer to that question.This is the second episode of the series about the Theology of Sexuality. It was presented on November 7, 2025, to a small group of young people, most of whom were from the Capital Brazilian Church (BR2) in Highland, Maryland.Please refer to part one of this series before listening to this episode: Part 1/2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0CuiFtSchv3fM4GjKM7hTB?si=zWz2Myu6TtOAwTu-xXqr0w Also, don't miss reading the following book: Testimonies on Sexual Behavior, Adultery, and Divorce, by Ellen G. White: https://m.egwwritings.org/en/book/122/infoHere are my notes:·      What are some of the other impure sexual practices indicated in the Bible? Lev. 18 and 20o   Pornographyo   Masturbationo   Fornicationo   Adulteryo   Incesto   Homosexuality§  Lev. 18:22; 20:13§  Rom. 1:26, 27§  1 Cor. 6:9§  Rev. 21:8, 27·      What was Balaam's strategy to lead Israel to apostasy and idolatry? Num. 25:1-3; Rev. 2:14·      What should a couple that is not married but has engaged in physical intimacy do? Deut. 22:28-29 (see also Exodus 22:16-17)·      What was Peter's counsel to the proselytes (not Jews), or new Christians? Acts 15:29·      What is God's will for His people? 1 Tess. 4:3-8·      Without sanctification, no one will see God. So, how not to lose it? Heb. 12:14-16·      According to the Bible, what will be the result of practicing “the works of the flesh”, which is doing whatever our sinful impulses lead us to? Gal. 5:19, 21; Eph. 5:5; 1 Tim. 1:9-10·      What warnings does God have against intimate relations outside the lifelong commitment of marriage? Prov. 5:1-14; 20-23; 6:20-35; 7:1-27; Heb. 13:4·      According to John, what kind of people will be left outside the Holy City? Rev. 21:8·      What can do those who were already engaged in any kind of harmful or inappropriate sexual practices? 1 John 1:9; John 8:10-11·      Where may we find power to overcome temptations? John 15:5; Phil. 4:13 

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From “In the Beginning” to Amen –What Does God Really Want of Me? Micah 6:6-8 (NLT)“What can we bring to the LORD? Should we bring him burnt offerings? Should we bow before God Most High with offerings of yearling calves? Should we offer him thousands of rams and ten thousand rivers of olive oil? Should we sacrifice our firstborn children to pay for our sins? No, O people, the LORD has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:1-5 (NLT)“Listen to what the LORD is saying: ‘Stand up and state your case against me. Let the mountains and hills be called to witness your complaints. And now, O mountains, listen to the LORD 's complaint! He has a case against his people. He will bring charges against Israel. O my people, what have I done to you? What have I done to make you tired of me? Answer me! For I brought you out of Egypt and redeemed you from slavery. I sent Moses, Aaron, and Miriam to help you. Don't you remember, my people, how King Balak of Moab tried to have you cursed and how Balaam son of Beor blessed you instead? And remember your journey from Acacia Grove to Gilgal, when I, the LORD, did everything I could to teach you about my faithfulness.'” God Doesn't Want Empty Religion 1 Samuel 15:22 (NASB)Samuel tells Saul: "To obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed than the fat of rams." Hosea 6:6 (NKJV)“I desire mercy, and not sacrifice, and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings." Amos 5:21-24 (NIV)“I hate your festivals…I will not accept your offerings…Instead, let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream." Isaiah 1:11-17 (NLT)“God says, ‘I am tired of your offerings. When you come to worship me, who asked you to parade through my courts with all your ceremony? Stop bringing me your meaningless gifts; the incense of your offerings disgusts me! As for your celebrations of the new moon and the Sabbath and your special days for fasting— they are all sinful and false. I want no more of your pious meetings. I hate your new moon celebrations and your annual festivals. They are a burden to me. I cannot stand them! Wash yourselves and be clean! Get your sins out of my sight. Give up your evil ways. Learn to do good. Seek justice. Help the oppressed. Defend the cause of orphans. Fight for the rights of widows.'" Obedience Has Always Mattered More Than Ceremony God Has Told Us What He Wants (Micah 6:8) Do Justly or Do Justice Love Mercy Matthew 18:33 (NLT)“Shouldn't you have mercy on your fellow servant, just as I had mercy on you?” Walk Humbly with God Do Justice. Love Mercy. Walk Humbly with God. The Gospel Isn't "Try Harder”, It's "Trust Christ.” God Isn't Interested in or Impressed by Religious Activity That Leaves Our Character Unchanged

This sermon examines the story of Balaam in Numbers 22 to warn against treating God as someone who can be manipulated to fulfill our own desires. Although Balaam spoke about God, his heart was driven by greed and self-interest, reminding us that false spirituality can sound convincing while masking sinful motives. The message emphasizes that spiritual blindness comes from stubbornness and pride, while true spiritual insight is a gift that only God can give.

"Balaam's Donkey"Series: Book of NumbersSpeaker: Nick LauerSunday MorningDate: 26th July 2026Passage: Numbers 22:1-41

The sermon analyzes the message to the church in Pergamum, depicting Jesus advancing with a two-edged sword against Satan's throne while simultaneously protecting His people. It highlights the believers' tenacious faith despite living in a hostile spiritual environment and warns against internal compromises like the teachings of Balaam and the Nicolaitans. The preacher emphasizes that the Gospel alone is sufficient to dismantle darkness and defeat adversarial forces without reliance on worldly power. Finally, the message offers hope through the promise of divine sustenance and intimate fellowship with God for those who overcome. This vision encourages the church to remain faithful, focused on Scripture, and anchored in the glory of the future kingdom.

The sermon analyzes the message to the church in Pergamum, depicting Jesus advancing with a two-edged sword against Satan's throne while simultaneously protecting His people. It highlights the believers' tenacious faith despite living in a hostile spiritual environment and warns against internal compromises like the teachings of Balaam and the Nicolaitans. The preacher emphasizes that the Gospel alone is sufficient to dismantle darkness and defeat adversarial forces without reliance on worldly power. Finally, the message offers hope through the promise of divine sustenance and intimate fellowship with God for those who overcome. This vision encourages the church to remain faithful, focused on Scripture, and anchored in the glory of the future kingdom.

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While Jesus encourages the church in Pergamum for their faith and holding fast to Him, He gives a sharp rebuke regarding their compromise specifically in the areas of idolatry and sexual immorality. In this study, Nathan dives into Revelation 2:13–15, the doctrine of Balaam, and how we as Christians are called to be different than the world.------------» Take these studies deeper and be discipled in person by Nathan, Eric, Leslie, and the team at Ellerslie in one of our upcoming discipleship programs – learn more at: https://ellerslie.com/be-discipled/» Receive our free “Five Keys to Walking Through Difficulty” PDF by going to: https://ellerslie.com/subscribe/» For more information about Daily Thunder and the ministry of Ellerslie Mission Society, please visit: https://ellerslie.com/daily» If you have been blessed by Ellerslie, consider partnering with the ministry by donating at: https://ellerslie.com/donate/» Discover more Christ-centered teaching and resources from Nathan Johnson that will help you grow spiritually by checking out his website at: https://deeperchristian.com/

Jude 8-11 Jude warns about people who reject God's authority, trust their own desires instead of His truth, and speak arrogantly about things they don't understand. By comparing them to Cain, Balaam, and Korah, he shows that rebellion against God always leads to destruction unless there is repentance.

This message from Revelation 2:12–17, examines the Church of Pergamos: its faithfulness amid persecution, the danger of compromise with pagan practices (Balaam and the Nicolaitans), the call to repent, and the promise of hidden manna and a white stone to those who overcome.

The church was experiencing opposition and they were holding fast to the Lord's Name. However, there were two stains in the church, they had compromised with the doctrines of Balaam and Nicolaiitans.

TAKING GROUND: Opposition In The Spirit Steve Parrish ‭‭‭‭‭Ephesians 6:10–12 (ESV) Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle (intense struggle) against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.Following Jesus is a Journey, leading you to Taking Ground, one step at a time in your DiscipleshipRelationshipsFamilyMinistryCareerCommunityTalents/GiftingsFinancesThere is a spiritual realmGod is Spirit - God created the spiritual realmThere is the Holy SpiritThere is the reality of angelsThere is the reality of fallen angels - Satan/SatanaThere is the reality of demons (likely not angels)There is the reality of false godsOPPOSITION IN THE SPIRIT: The Holy SpiritJohn 1:43 (ESV) The next day Jesus decided to go to Galilee. He found Philip and said to him, “Follow me.”Galatians 5:25 (ESV) If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit.Acts 16:6–10 (ESV) And they went through the region of Phrygia and Galatia, having been forbidden by the Holy Spirit to speak the word in Asia. And when they had come up to Mysia, they attempted to go into Bithynia, but the Spirit of Jesus did not allow them. So, passing by Mysia, they went down to Troas. And a vision appeared to Paul in the night: a man of Macedonia was standing there, urging him and saying, “Come over to Macedonia and help us.” And when Paul had seen the vision, immediately we sought to go on into Macedonia, concluding that God had called us to preach the gospel to them.Misalignment with the Holy Spirit brings brings contentionActs 7:51 (ESV) “You stiff-necked people, uncircumcised in heart and ears, you always resist the Holy Spirit. As your fathers did, so do you.Ephesians 4:30 (ESV) And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.OPPOSITION IN THE SPIRIT: Surrendered TerritoryEphesians 4:27 (NIV) and do not give the devil a foothold.This can happen Personal, Family, RegionUnforgivenessHidden/Addictive SinGeneration SinOccultic PracticeThis establishes a rightful ground to be used for opposition in your life.Daniel 10:13 (ESV) The prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me twenty-one days, but Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, for I was left there with the kings of Persia,While slavery was a horrific sin of American in it's early years, the sin of Abortion is far worse.Old Testament, Children were murderedMolech - children passed through the fireBaal - sacrifices Why? Favor, protection, blessing, prosperity and agricultural success. Fertility of land and livestock. Protection from enemies and disasters. Divine favor and acceptance.Mark 5:7–10 (ESV) And crying out with a loud voice, he said, “What have you to do with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I adjure you by God, do not torment me.” For he was saying to him, “Come out of the man, you unclean spirit!” And Jesus asked him, “What is your name?” He replied, “My name is Legion, for we are many.” And he begged him earnestly not to send them out of the country.OPPOSITION IN THE SPIRIT: DeceptionRevelation 12:9 (ESV) And the great dragon was thrown down, that ancient serpent, who is called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world—he was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him.Ephesians 2:1–2 (ESV) And you were dead in the trespasses and sins in which you once walked, following the course of this world, following the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that is now at work in the sons of disobedience—Saul/PaulJohn 16:2 (ESV) They will put you out of the synagogues. Indeed, the hour is coming when whoever kills you will think he is offering service to God.Acts 7:59–8:1 (ESV) And as they were stoning Stephen, he called out, “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.” And falling to his knees he cried out with a loud voice, “Lord, do not hold this sin against them.” And when he had said this, he fell asleep. And Saul approved of his execution. And there arose on that day a great persecution against the church in Jerusalem, and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles.Acts 8:3 (ESV) But Saul was ravaging the church, and entering house after house, he dragged off men and women and committed them to prison.Acts 9:1–6 (ESV) But Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest and asked him for letters to the synagogues at Damascus, so that if he found any belonging to the Way, men or women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem. Now as he went on his way, he approached Damascus, and suddenly a light from heaven shone around him. And falling to the ground, he heard a voice saying to him, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?” And he said, “Who are you, Lord?” And he said, “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting. But rise and enter the city, and you will be told what you are to do.”Believing things that are not true is a spiritual issueThere are great limiters for believers - Revelation is neededOPPOSITION IN THE SPIRIT: Satan/SatanaGenesis 3:14–15 (ESV) The LORD God said to the serpent, “Because you have done this, cursed are you above all livestock and above all beasts of the field; on your belly you shall go, and dust you shall eat all the days of your life. I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and her offspring; he shall bruise your head, and you shall bruise his heel.”He Opposed Jesus: Luke 4:13 (ESV) And when the devil had ended every temptation, he departed from him until an opportune time.2 Corinthians 2:11 (ESV) so that we would not be outwitted by Satan; for we are not ignorant of his designs.1 Peter 5:8–9 (ESV) Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world.James 4:7–8 (ESV) Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.John 8:44 (ESV) You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father's desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.1 Thessalonians 2:18 (ESV) because we wanted to come to you—I, Paul, again and again—but Satan hindered us.OPPOSITION IN THE SPIRIT: Things Bound In The Spiritual RealmMatthew 17:19–21 (KJV 1900) Then came the disciples to Jesus apart, and said, Why could not we cast him out? And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you. Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.OPPOSITION IN THE SPIRIT: Occultic PracticeNumbers 22:15–17 (ESV) Once again Balak sent princes, more in number and more honorable than these. And they came to Balaam and said to him, “Thus says Balak the son of Zippor: ‘Let nothing hinder you from coming to me, for I will surely do you great honor, and whatever you say to me I will do. Come, curse this people for me.' ” “That cant touch me…”. It can, but you can discern and oppose it.

https://square.link/u/UHRU92rp - Donate HereToday's reading takes us to Numbers 22, where Balak tries to hire Balaam to curse the people God has blessed. Balak treats spiritual power like something that can be purchased and weaponized, while Balaam leaves the door open to compromise because his heart is drawn toward reward. God's word was clear: “You shall not curse the people, for they are blessed.”Numbers 22 reminds us that spiritual position does not guarantee spiritual perception. Balaam could speak about God and still miss what God was doing right in front of him. So today, read Numbers 22 with a sober heart: do not manipulate the things of God for personal gain, do not leave room for compromise, and remember that when the enemy cannot curse from the outside, he will try to corrupt from the inside.

Wednesday July 15, 2026VII Week after PentecostToday's episode reveals that God's purposes cannot be overturned, our greatest battle is within, and Jesus alone is the cornerstone of God's kingdom.In Numbers 22:41–23:12, Balaam is taken to curse Israel, but every attempt is transformed into a blessing. Instead of speaking Balak's words, Balaam can only declare what God has spoken. The passage reminds us that no human scheme can reverse God's blessing or frustrate His sovereign plans. When God has determined to bless His people, His purposes will stand.In Romans 7:13–25, Paul gives an honest picture of the believer's struggle with sin. Though he delights in God's law, he finds another battle raging within him. His famous cry, “Who will rescue me from this body of death?” points us to the only answer: “Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord!” Victory over sin is not found in greater willpower but in the grace of Christ.Finally, in Matthew 21:33–46, Jesus Christ tells the parable of the wicked tenants, exposing Israel's leaders for rejecting God's messengers and ultimately God's Son. He declares that the rejected stone has become the cornerstone, revealing that God's kingdom is built upon Christ, and those who reject Him reject the very foundation of salvation.Together, these passages remind us that God's plans cannot be defeated, our deepest struggles are overcome only through Christ, and Jesus is the cornerstone upon whom every life must be built.

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Tuesday July 14, 2026VII Week after PentecostToday's episode reminds us that God graciously confronts our blind spots, reveals the purpose of His law, and calls us to respond with genuine obedience.In Numbers 22:21–38, Balaam sets out on his journey, but the angel of the Lord stands in his path. Ironically, Balaam—the prophet—cannot see what his donkey clearly sees. After God opens the donkey's mouth and then Balaam's eyes, he realizes that he has been resisting God's direction. The passage reminds us that spiritual blindness often begins with a divided heart, but God, in His mercy, confronts us to redirect us toward His will.In Romans 7:1–12, Paul explains the relationship between believers and the Law. Through our union with Christ, we have died to the Law's condemnation and now belong to Him. The Law itself is holy and good, but it exposes the reality of sin rather than providing the power to overcome it. Only through Christ can we experience true freedom and newness of life.Finally, in Matthew 21:23–32, Jesus Christ confronts the religious leaders who questioned His authority. He responds with the parable of the two sons, teaching that true obedience is measured not by what we say, but by what we do. Those who repent and obey God's will—even after initial resistance—are commended above those whose words are never matched by faithful action.Together, these passages remind us that God lovingly exposes our blind spots, His Word reveals our need for grace, and authentic faith is demonstrated through humble repentance and obedient living.

Anchor Passage: (Numbers 22-25)The story of Balaam—a pagan prophet who says the right things outwardly, but really seeks personal gain and power—is referenced three times in the New Testament. His heart is set against God's people, even after God miraculously uses a talking donkey to offer correction. Join us as we see what this story teaches us about our heart posture and how God protects His people!

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Monday July 13, 2026VII After PentecostToday's episode challenges us to choose wholehearted obedience, reject the power of sin, and live with authentic faith.In Numbers 22:1–21, King Balak seeks to hire Balaam to curse Israel, but God makes it clear that His people are blessed and cannot be cursed apart from His will. Although Balaam initially hears God's command, his wavering heart reveals the danger of allowing greed and personal ambition to compete with obedience. The passage reminds us that God desires willing hearts that follow Him without compromise.In Romans 6:12–23, Paul calls believers to live in the freedom Christ has won for them. Having been united with Christ, we are no longer slaves to sin but servants of righteousness. Every day presents a choice: to offer ourselves to sin, which leads to death, or to God, which leads to holiness and life. Paul concludes with the familiar truth: “The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”Finally, in Matthew 21:12–22, Jesus Christ cleanses the temple, driving out those who had turned a house of prayer into a marketplace. He then curses the barren fig tree, illustrating the danger of outward appearances without genuine spiritual fruit. God desires lives that bear the fruit of true faith, not merely the appearance of religion.Together, these passages remind us that God calls us to wholehearted obedience, freedom from the bondage of sin, and a faith that produces genuine spiritual fruit. As we surrender every part of our lives to Christ, He transforms us from the inside out.

Send us Fan MailJesus says something that cuts through fear and confusion: “I know where you dwell.” That lands hard when Pergamum is described as the place where Satan's throne stands. We walk through Revelation 2 and talk candidly about what it means to live as Christians in a hostile culture while still holding fast to the name of Christ. If you have ever felt worn down by pressure, intimidation, or the urge to stay quiet just to keep the peace, this conversation is for you. We also spend time on Antipas, the faithful witness whose loyalty cost him his life, and we ask the question most of us avoid: what does faithfulness look like when it becomes expensive? Christian courage is not a social media pose. It is conviction under heat, endurance in suffering, and confidence that Christ knows his people by name. Then we turn to the warning that exposes a quieter threat: internal compromise. Revelation 2:14 calls out the doctrine of Balaam and the way false teaching and tolerated sin can slip into a church under the label of love, openness, or “it's not that serious.” We talk biblical discernment, the danger of adding anything to the gospel of grace, and why emotional religious tactics can distract from repentance and true faith. If you care about sound doctrine, spiritual integrity, and a church that refuses to blend in when truth is on the line, hit play. Subscribe for more, share this with someone who needs courage to stand, and leave a review with the question you want us to tackle next.Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

Send us Fan MailA church can survive open hostility and still be undone by something quieter: the urge to fit in. That's the uncomfortable warning at the center of Revelation 2:12–17, where Jesus speaks to the church in Pergamum, a city known for wealth, learning, religion, and a heavy mix of pagan worship and emperor worship. We walk through why Pergamum is described as the place “where Satan dwells,” and why that matters for anyone trying to follow Christ in a culture that celebrates anything except the truth of God's Word. Jesus commends real faithfulness, even after the martyrdom of Antipas, then confronts what the church is allowing inside its own walls: false teaching that pushes believers toward idolatry, sexual immorality, and moral accommodation. We talk plainly about the doctrine of Balaam, the Nicolaitans, and how “tolerance” can become a spiritual excuse for compromise. From there, we slow down on Jesus' warning and his promise. He calls the church to repentance and describes his Word as a sharp two-edged sword that exposes, separates, and judges. Yet he also offers hope to the overcomer: hidden manna for spiritual nourishment and a white stone with a new name, a picture of acceptance and a new identity in Christ. If you've felt the pressure to stay quiet, soften the truth, or blend Christian language with the values of the age, this conversation is for you. Subscribe for more Bible teaching, share this with a friend who needs courage, and leave a review that tells us what line you're determined not to cross.Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

The story from Numbers about a talking donkey is referenced multiple times throughout Scripture. What can we learn from this passage? Join Mariners San Clemente Lead Pastor Gavin Lamming and Lead Discipleship Pastor John Thomas as they discuss the story of Balaam, Balak, and the talking donkey!

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Show Notes:: What would Jesus say about your church... or your heart? Could today's churches be repeating the same mistakes? More importantly, what would Jesus say if He wrote a letter to us? The seven churches in Revelation weren't written to just for believers living in the first century. They were written to reveal the spiritual condition of Christ's Church—and they still speak powerfully to us today. In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Chris Fuller walks verse-by-verse through Revelation 2–3, exploring the historical background of each church and the timeless message Jesus gave to them. From the church that lost its first love, to the church that remained faithful through suffering, to the lukewarm church that had become spiritually complacent, each letter serves as both a warning and an invitation. Grab your Bible and join us as we discover how these ancient letters continue to challenge, encourage, and call believers to repentance, faithfulness, and wholehearted devotion to Christ.   //Resources Used In This Episode// Revelation 2-3 https://learn.ligonier.org/devotionals/to-the-church-in-ephesus https://learn.ligonier.org/devotionals/to-the-church-at-smyrna https://www.diggingfortruth.org/digging-deeper/church-at-pergamos https://www.gotquestions.org/doctrine-of-Balaam.html https://learn.ligonier.org/devotionals/to-the-church-in-thyatira-i https://www.diggingfortruth.org/digging-deeper/church-of-sardis https://www.inspiringfaith.us/philadelphia-turkey-the-faithful-church https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/podcasts/carson-center/historical-context-lessons-laodicea-principles-biblical-interpretation/   //Other Episode You Might Enjoy// https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/295-revelation-think-again/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/146-are-you-prepared/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/076-the-rapture-of-the-church/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/226-how-do-you-find-joy-in-difficult-times/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/168-am-i-spiritually-ready-a-look-at-matthew-251-13/   // Helpful Links // https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkchristianpodcast The Christian Standard Bible: https://csbible.com Lifeway Christian Resources: www.lifeway.com Got Questions?: www.gotquestions.org Dwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.io Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://www.crossformedkids.com RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com Twin Valley Coffee:  https://www.coffeehelpingmissions.com Revive festival : Music Festival | En Gedi Music Fest | Leonidas, MI (myrevivefest.com) Let Them Live: https://letthemlive.org Shut Side Baptist Church - https://www.southsidesbc.org/

You haven't rejected Jesus. You've just stopped letting Him be Lord of every room.This is Part 3 of SEVEN LETTERS, a series walking through Jesus' letters to seven real churches in the book of Revelation. In His letter to the church in Pergamum, Jesus confronts a community that held on to His name—but slowly made peace with the very things He called them to resist. The question isn't whether you believe in Jesus. It's whether He's actually in charge.Whether you've been drifting without realizing it, feeling the pressure to keep your faith quiet, or wondering how the church keeps losing its edge in culture—this message cuts right to the center of it.In this message you'll discover:- Why "reducing Jesus from King to consultant" is more dangerous than outright rejection- How the ancient compromise of the Pergamum church mirrors the exact pressure Christians face today- What the story of Balaam reveals about false teachers and spiritual drift in the modern church- The meaning behind the white stone—and why it matters more than the world's verdict on who you areKey Scriptures: Revelation 2:12-17, Numbers 22-25, 1 John 2:18, John 6Support Our Ministry: https://my.flatironschurch.com/give-to-online-campusStay Connected:Website: https://flatironschurch.comFacebook: https://Facebook.com/flatironsInstagram: https://Instagram.com/flatironschurchBring the awesome life of Christ to people in a lost and broken world. This is the mission of Flatirons Church, led by Jim Burgen and based in Lafayette, CO, with multiple locations in Colorado and online.

We review the journey of the Israelites as they navigated the challenges and triumphs of their covenant with God. From the construction of the Tabernacle and the initial journey from Sinai, to the complaints about manna and the provision of 70 leaders, we delve into the faith and failings of the people. We recount the pivotal moments, including the exploration of Canaan by 12 spies, Korah's rebellion, and more complaining about water. We also discuss the battles against the Amorites and Bashan, Balaam's attempted curses, and Phinehas' decisive actions. Finally, we reflect on Moses' final speech, his death, and the transition of leadership to Joshua. Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @realbiblebriefX: @biblebriefFacebook: @realbiblebriefEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.orgWant to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out our partner Biblingo (and use our link/code for a discount!): https://biblin...

Welcome to this week's Portions Podcast! Today we're diving into a “Supernatural Showdown.” Israel is facing impossible odds as a sorcerer is hired to curse God's people but what God blesses, no one can curse. Grab your Bible and join us as we unpack the story of Balaam and discover why it's referenced more than 20 times throughout Scripture. I think you'll be encouraged. Let's get started.Be sure to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a video from TFI! Donate to TFI: https://www.togetherforisrael.org/givingpageThe ORIGINS Bible Study: https://www.togetherforisrael.org/storeWeekly Email Sign up: http://eepurl.com/ga8y7HVisit our Website: https://www.togetherforisrael.orgDownload our App: https://subsplash.com/togetherforisrael/download-appJoin us for a tour: https://www.tfi.tours

The sorcerer/prophet of the nations, Balaam, sought to curse the Israelites, but his attempts were thwarted. The Talmud reveals some very interesting elements of his botched effort. Had he succeeded in cursing the nation, there would have been nothing left. He would have achieved total devastation. In this very interesting and informative podcast, we study […]

Rabbi Pinchas Allouche, head Rabbi at Congregation Beth Tefillah in Scottsdale, and the host of the Rabbi Allouche podcast, joins Seth for the full hour to talk about this week's Torah portion, Chukat-Balak, coming from the book of Numbers, his recent visit to Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson’s gravesite in New York, and a newly-released draft report from the Religious Liberty Commission. They examine the story of Miriam, who sacrificed herself to save her brother Moses, and the concept of the "thirty-six righteous people" who are believed to be the key to maintaining balance and order in the world. Rabbi Allouche also reflects on the story of Balaam, who was tasked with cursing the Jewish people but ultimately learned a valuable lesson about humility and obedience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Yud Beis Tammuz – 99 years: What does this day teach us? What happened on this day and what lessons does it offer us today? Why does the celebration of the Frierdiker Rebbe's liberation extend for two days – 12-13 Tammuz? Why is this month named after a Babylonian idol? What is the spiritual energy of this month? Is there a connection between the events of this day in 5754 and back in the time of Joshua when the sun was stopped? Is there something special about today, June 21, being the longest day of the year? Why didn't Joshua simply pray that the enemy be defeated? What is the mission of Chassidim who are not on shlichus? Is the Rebbe perfect? Follow-up What lessons do we learn from living with the times, with this week's Torah parsha? Can we heal people today by using a similar treatment to gazing at a serpent of brass mounted on a pole, as Moses was commanded? Why was Moses striking the rock such a great sin? Why was he not given the opportunity to do teshuva? Why were others not given the opportunity to do teshuva just as the sons of Korach were? What was the sin of Baal Pe'or? What lessons does this despicable sin offer us today? Why is a Parsha named after the evil Balak? What parts of Balaam's blessings were about Moshiach? What can we learn from Balaam's closing plot against the Jews? How should we react to the President's latest deal with Iran? Can we parallel the back-and-forth attitude of Iran to what Pharaoh and the Egyptians did regarding freeing the Jews? Tammuz Gimmel Tammuz Chukas-Balak Iran How is today's unrest in the Middle East a continuation of the unresolved conflict between Ishmael and Isaac? And what can we do to achieve permanent peace? Is it a good idea to allow my son to travel with a group to visit the concentration camps in Poland and Ukraine?

Come Bible Study WITH ME through Numbers 23 and ask all the questions!

Can we hold on to what makes us different while still recognizing what unites us? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Moshe Silver explore the strange and fascinating story of Balaam in Parshat Balak. Why does an outsider become the source of some of the Torah's most enduring blessings? Through Balaam's encounters with God, they examine the challenge of monotheism in a world shaped by competing identities and loyalties. The conversation reflects on how belief in one God can create space for human diversity while calling us toward a deeper sense of shared responsibility and connection.

Did God speak through a donkey? Come Bible Study WITH ME through Numbers 22 and ask all the questions!

One of the strangest stories in the Torah is when Balaam decided to go and curse Israel but G-d sent obstacles to disuade him from going. One such event was when Balaam hit his donkey and the donkey began to speak back to him. JA fascinating discussion about the strange story of the talking donkey and the lessons for us today.

Some Very Good Bad ExamplesJude 4-16 Some Very Good Bad Examples: Jude 4-16 Ken Wilson For the bulletin in PDF form, click here.Message SlidesDefectors from What? - SwindollTheological Triage - MohlerFinding the Right Hills to Die On - Gavin OrtlandThe “Sons of God” in Genesis 6:1-4 - Allen RossCannonicity of the OT and NT - WilsonIntroduction: Bibles and Bible Reading - Some Surprising StatisticsThe Current Crisis(Godless False Teachers are in the Church.)• Predicted: False teachers have infiltrated the church (4a).• Perverted: False teachers pervert the grace of God (4b).• Profane: False teachers deny the Lordship of Christ (4b).The Past Precedent(Three Very Good Bad Examples Illustrate the Certainty of Judgment.)• Unbelieving Israel: Unbelievers were judged after being delivered (5).• Angels: Rebellious angels are kept in darkness for later judgment (6).• Sodom and Gomorrah: The perverse in the cities were judged by fire (7).The Present Parallel(Arrogance and Greed Characterize False Teachers.)• Conceited: False Teachers are arrogant and misunderstand authority (8-10).• Predictable: False Teachers are selfish [like Cain], greedy [like Balaam], and rebellious [like Korah] (11).• Dangerous: False Teachers are dangerous [like a hidden reef], selfish [like greedy shepherds], unsatisfying [like rainless clouds], dead [like a barren tree], shameful [like stormy waves], unreliable guides [like wandering stars], and destined for judgment (12-13).The Future Prospect(False Teachers will be Judged by God and Angels.)• Destiny: As Enoch prophesied, they will be judged by God (14-15).• Character: They're grumbling, critical, immoral, self-centered manipulators (16). 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We delve into the story of Balaam's wicked advice and the severe consequences of Israel's disobedience. We discuss how Balaam, a pagan prophet, devised a plan to seduce the Israelites into idolatry through Moabite and Midianite women, leading to God's wrath. The episode highlights the zealous actions of Phinehas, Aaron's grandson, who intervened to stop the plague that God had sent as punishment. God responded to Phinehas's decisive actions by granting him a covenant of perpetual priesthood.Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @realbiblebriefX: @biblebriefFacebook: @realbiblebriefEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.orgWant to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out our partner Biblingo (and use our link/code for a discount!): https://biblin...

We delve into the intriguing story of Balaam and Balak as recorded in the Book of Numbers. Balaam, a pagan prophet hired by Balak to curse Israel, ends up pronouncing blessings instead. Through a series of three attempts to curse Israel, we witness how God speaks through Balaam, emphasizing Israel's unique status and divine protection. The narrative highlights the importance of understanding the structure of the story, particularly the repetition of threes, and culminates in prophecies about a future King from Israel. Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @realbiblebriefX: @biblebriefFacebook: @realbiblebriefEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.orgWant to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out our partner Biblingo (and use our link/code for a discount!): https://biblin...

We explore the intriguing story of Balaam and his talking donkey, a preview into what God will do with this pagan prophet. As Israel completes its journey to the plains of Moab, King Balak of Moab seeks to curse the Israelites through the pagan prophet Balaam. Despite initially refusing, Balaam sets out for Moab, only to be confronted by an angel of the Lord, unseen by him but visible to his donkey. After the donkey speaks, Balaam's eyes are opened to the divine presence, and he is instructed to only speak God's words. Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @realbiblebriefX: @biblebriefFacebook: @realbiblebriefEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.orgWant to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out our partner Biblingo (and use our link/code for a discount!): https://biblin...

On this episode, Paul White continues to talk about Balaam. Accompanying scripture: Jude 11. 

On this episode, Paul White talks about Balaam. Accompanying scripture: Jude 11.