Podcasts about Satan

Listen without inserted ads at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcastThis week on DOPEY! We get super Dopey all the way through this insane super long  - super raw episode! First we congratualte Tom B on 6 years! Then we hear the Anders Spotify comments! Then we get into the lisener dopey! Josh's terrifying Christmas Eve meth boofing disaster and Minnesota Matt's  first crack experience. Then we go down the crazy rabbit hole of relapse and redemption with old friend of the show and OG DOPE, Jed Payne from Church and Other Drugs as he tells his FULL RELAPSE STORY! From super fucked up situation after situation to recovery and healing the fam!All that and more on a super king size episode of that good old fucked up dopey show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260130dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion I write to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God lives in you, and you have overcome the evil one. 1 John 2:14 Renewed by the Light Before you go camping in the woods, be sure to check that your flashlights all work properly and the batteries are all new. You will be far away from the artificial lights illuminating the cities and suburbs. Many thick trees can block the natural light of the stars. Unforeseen clouds and rain might also douse the light of a campfire. Before facing a new day in this dark world, be sure to check that your spirit is recharged with the truth and grace of Jesus. We are still living far away from heaven's glorious light. The things of this world that are supposed to bring us happiness are merely artificial lights that quickly burn out. Unexpected temptations threaten to plunge us into sinful decisions and right back into the darkness of fear and shame. We constantly need to recharge the lights of Jesus' truth and love in our hearts. John tells us how: “I write to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God lives in you, and you have overcome the evil one.” The evil one still accuses, deceives, and seeks to destroy faith. Yet John dares to speak in the past tense: “You have overcome the evil one.” This victory is not based on present feelings or visible success, but on Jesus' finished work. By his cross and resurrection, Jesus has already defeated Satan. Faith clings to that victory. In ourselves, we are weak. Our faith wavers, our resolve collapses, and our obedience is imperfect. But in Jesus, we are strong. Those who live in the word of God will have the word of God living in them. It will renew your faith in Jesus’ victory. It will continually rekindle the joy in your heart that Jesus has overcome the darkness of evil for you. Keep living in the word of God, and the word of God will live in you, reminding you daily that in Jesus, you are strong. Prayer: Jesus, Light of the world, shine in my heart. Forgive my sins and fill me with your love so that I may walk in your ways and love my neighbor as you have loved me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Have you ever gone hunting... in the Bible? We're not talking about hunting for a verse - I know you've done that. There are insights in the Word of God that are like deer walking around in a forest, to borrow a picture from Augustine. We'll never see them if we're not looking for them carefully, and if our souls are not still. Jim will help us spot seven of these wild and beautiful creatures, these revelations roaming the Gospel of Mark, in the sermon he'll begin today. It's called, Teaching the Twelve. Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS01302026_0.mp3Scripture References: Mark 3-5

As Christians, we have an enemy who wants to take us down! But how far can he go, and can he really defeat us? Pastor and Bible teacher Mike Fabarez sheds light on what Satan can and cannot do. Keep him from sabotaging your life with a glimpse into the dark side on this edition of Ask Pastor Mike.

Today, we live in a world that has lost the true biblical concept of grace and forgiveness. We turn on the news to hear another horrible stat and see that evil somehow seemed to win again. Yet, many passages in the New Testament encourage us that, no matter how bad anyone else gets, how bad the culture gets, we must keep steady in our faith and follow God even if that means walking against the grain and walking alone.Listen to 2 Peter 3:17-18:My dear friends, you have been warned ahead of time! So don't let the errors of evil people lead you down the wrong path and make you lose your balance. Let the wonderful kindness and the understanding that come from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ help you to keep on growing. Praise Jesus now and forever! Amen.Scripture warns us that we have to stay away from evil to keep our balance and stay on the right path. How? By growing in the wonderful kindness and understanding of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.What is one area of your life that you tend to follow the ‘path' of the world? We all struggle with this.What would it look like to apply these principles of 'kindness and understanding' to that situation or area of your life?Let's pray together: “Heavenly Father, one thing about the world getting worse is that the disparity between good and evil, right and wrong, You and Satan, are quite clear. Help me every day to stay away from evil by staying close to You. With You, in You, I have nothing to fear and everything to gain. As above, so below.”

Night Listeners -We go a little hard tonight breaking into Satan's Almighty Penis and raging to a Sex Funeral.  Genital Hercules - "Theme from Cheers" / Live from Gabes 5-22-2005 (Cedar Rapids)BBP - "Decompose Me" / BBP (Iowa City)Satan's Almighty Penis - "Sacrifyx" / Thy Foulness Cum (Cedar Rapids)Goldblums - "No Fun" / Heels (Des Moines)Citrus Boy - "Skunk n Chicks" / ...Not Nirvana  (Ottumwa)Ill Omen - "Tread" / March of Decay (Cedar Rapids)Nightrazor - "Jackhammer (Jesus Gonna Come)" (Des Moines)I Like You Go Home - "Black Forest Runway" / This is for Me to Know and You to Never Find Out (Dubuque)Sex Funeral - "Away" / Eradicator (Dubuque)Dredge - "Paths of Great Resistance" / Ashbreathers (Dubuque)Stick Dog - 'Betrayal" / Human (Iowa City)The Agrestix - "Psychotic and Insane" / On The Street (Davenport)Twin Wizad - "Ghostwriter" / Glacial Gods (Burlington) Follow Iowa Basement Tapes on: InstagramFollow Kristian Day on: Instagram | Twitter (not doing much with it currently)Iowa Basement Tapes has its own archive of Iowa music. Be sure to check out iowabasementtapes.bandcamp.com and download any of the releases for free. If you would like to contribute any music please send an email to kristianday@gmail.com. BROADCAST SCHEDULEThursdays at 9PM on 98.9FM KFMG - Des MoinesWednesdays at 11PM on 90.3FM KWIT - Sioux CityWednesdays at 11PM on 90.7FM KOJI - OkobojiIf you miss the show please subscribe to the broadcast archives: https://apple.co/2MzdH5e

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260130dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion I write to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God lives in you, and you have overcome the evil one. 1 John 2:14 Renewed by the Light Before you go camping in the woods, be sure to check that your flashlights all work properly and the batteries are all new. You will be far away from the artificial lights illuminating the cities and suburbs. Many thick trees can block the natural light of the stars. Unforeseen clouds and rain might also douse the light of a campfire. Before facing a new day in this dark world, be sure to check that your spirit is recharged with the truth and grace of Jesus. We are still living far away from heaven's glorious light. The things of this world that are supposed to bring us happiness are merely artificial lights that quickly burn out. Unexpected temptations threaten to plunge us into sinful decisions and right back into the darkness of fear and shame. We constantly need to recharge the lights of Jesus' truth and love in our hearts. John tells us how: “I write to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God lives in you, and you have overcome the evil one.” The evil one still accuses, deceives, and seeks to destroy faith. Yet John dares to speak in the past tense: “You have overcome the evil one.” This victory is not based on present feelings or visible success, but on Jesus' finished work. By his cross and resurrection, Jesus has already defeated Satan. Faith clings to that victory. In ourselves, we are weak. Our faith wavers, our resolve collapses, and our obedience is imperfect. But in Jesus, we are strong. Those who live in the word of God will have the word of God living in them. It will renew your faith in Jesus’ victory. It will continually rekindle the joy in your heart that Jesus has overcome the darkness of evil for you. Keep living in the word of God, and the word of God will live in you, reminding you daily that in Jesus, you are strong. Prayer: Jesus, Light of the world, shine in my heart. Forgive my sins and fill me with your love so that I may walk in your ways and love my neighbor as you have loved me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

In this powerful message, Dr. Edith Davis discusses the upcoming return of Jesus and the necessary "beautification" of the Church. She explains that God is preparing a bride without spot or wrinkle, which requires a radical shift in how we handle our minds and our enemies. Dr. Davis dives deep into the difference between condemnation and conviction, the power of suggestion, and why the "horizontal" relationships in our lives often hinder our spiritual authority. -- God has delegated His authority to the Body of Christ, meaning we are the ones held accountable for the state of the planet, not the unsaved. -- A sound mind is defined as being cool, calm, collected, disciplined, and self-controlled—even when the world around us is in chaos. -- The enemy's primary weapons are deception and suggestion; he uses these to attack our faith and drive us toward self-destruction. -- Condemnation is a derivative of fear and guilt that prevents God from using us, whereas conviction is a tool for repentance and restoration. -- The "vertical" aspect of the cross ensures our salvation, but the "horizontal" aspect requires us to renew our minds to experience "heaven on earth." -- Maturity in the church means being a spiritual parent who can handle "sheep bites" without taking offense or slandering others. -- The story of Moses and the serpent illustrates that we must recognize our authority over the enemy before we can deliver others from the "Babylon" system. Scriptures for Further Study -- 2 Timothy 1:7 -- Matthew 6:33 -- John 10:10 -- Amos 3:3 -- James 4:7-8 This is episode 391. +++++++ Check out my new website: https://www.enterthegloryzone.org/ MY AUDIO BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE You can Divorce Proof Your Marriage by understanding the Secret Keys of Love. You will come to understand that your Marriage has an enemy. You will come to understand that you are dating your future spouse representative. You will come to understand that your Marriage has the gift of Supernatural Sex. For more information about purchasing this audio book, click here: https://personalbuy.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/product8702.html

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In this episode, we welcome Michael Leehan to the studio. He was a practicing Satanist for 20 years before he put his faith in Christ, and he's the author of the book “Ascent From Darkness: How Satan's Soldier Became God's Warrior”. In this interview, we discuss the abuse he suffered as a child, when he decided that God was both Good and Bad, what got him interested in Satanism, when a demon/entity led him to buy his first Satanic Bible, the difference between LaVeyan and Theistic Satanism, the powers he gained while serving Satan, when he decided to give his full life to Satan, when he was caught trying to kill Craig Groeschel, the rituals and sacrifices that he practiced, his radical encounter with God, the process of him coming to faith in Christ, how Satan uses “mental illness” to his advantage,  and much more. Let's get into it… Episode notes and links HERE. Donate to support our mission of equipping men to push back darkness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are Christians forbidden from engaging in politics, or is Scripture being selectively weaponized to keep believers silent? In this LIVE FREE special reaction episode, Pastor Josh responds to Rhett & Link's viral commentary on Christianity and politics, breaking down the biblical errors, cultural assumptions, and spiritual forces underneath the argument that Christians should “stay out of power.” This episode draws a clear line between faithful doubt vs. deliberate deception, and explains why political passivity is not a virtue, but a strategy the Bible warns us about. You'll learn: - Why Jesus rejecting Satan's offer was not a rejection of political authority, but of acquiring it the wrong way - The difference between refugees from doubt and apostles of unbelief (Jude 22–23) - Why “My kingdom is not of this world” is commonly misunderstood, and what Jesus actually meant - How secularism turns politics into a substitute religion (and why the state becomes god) - Why voting is not a sacrament, but a moral decision between available options - What it means to be the salt of the earth and how Christians are called to slow decay, not retreat - Why culture didn't become political, the government became theological - How Scripture views power, dominion, and Christ as King of Kings over every sphere

Recently, my mom gave me a play-by-play of a surprising confrontation she saw on a live webcam feed from a watering hole in Africa. The Gemsbok, a large antelope found in Namibia’s Namib Desert, has horns that can be more than two feet long making it a formidable animal that doesn’t seem to scare easily. That is unless it comes across a group of brave and rowdy ostriches. The lead ostrich, which was taller than its foes, shook its large feathers, roared, and stomped toward three Gemsbok, causing them to flee. “I guess they didn’t realize how powerful their horns are,” I said to my mom. Believers in Jesus can forget the power we have when faced with attacks from our spiritual enemy, Satan. We have the Holy Spirit who lives inside us (Romans 8:11) and the armor of God to help us: “Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes” (Ephesians 6:11). Satan wants to challenge our belief in God’s Word, question our identity in Christ and tempt us to sin. But we can stand strong because God’s armor includes: “the belt of truth, . . . the breastplate of righteousness, . . . the shield of faith, . . . the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God (vv. 14-17). When the enemy attacks us with feelings of fear, condemnation, or despair, let’s remember we are God’s children. He has given us His armor of truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, His Word, and prayer to stand strong when we face spiritual battles.

1 Peter 5:6-14 (ESV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin talk about the real enemy behind all the suffering in Peter's letter and our need to humbly resist and resist with humility.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=24266The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

Today's Promise:  Every day you wake up in a spiritual battlefield. Fear, doubt, shame, and relentless accusations bombard your mind. Today's episode speaks directly into that spiritual fight with a powerful promise from Isaiah 54:17: "No weapon formed against you will prosper."   In today's episode, you'll be reminded that while the enemy may try to come at you from every angle and through circumstances or cutting words, none of his weapons have the power to destroy you. Satan may accuse, discourage, and dredge up your past, but the blood of Jesus has already silenced every charge against you.   This episode gives you four confessions you can make that reaffirm God's protection over your life and family. This episode is a call to stand firm, lift your head, and walk in confidence, knowing the Lord Himself stands between you and the enemy.   You are not defenseless. You are covered. And today, every weapon aimed at you will fail.

The Disciples got prime teaching, but they also became prime targets. We imagine what it must have been like, to be a Disciple; to see those miracles with our own eyes, to hear Jesus' parables and their explanations. But we must include in our daydream the persecution of the Twelve. Satan wasn't going to take the assault on his kingdom lying down! Being a disciple isn't something we can volunteer for; it starts with a call. Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS01292026_0.mp3Scripture References: Mark 3:13-19

Satan's Choice Expands — Legacy, Growth, & Protocol QuestionsToday on Black Dragon Biker TV, we're digging into a major development that's getting attention across the set and beyond. Satan's Choice MC, the Canadian-born 1%er club, has officially announced the opening of new chapters in Arizona and other countries, signaling what could be one of the fastest expansions by a 1%er club in recent history.Once known as the second-largest motorcycle club in the world under its original leader Bernie Guindon, the club is now being reshaped by his son, Harley Guindon, who has restarted the legacy and appears to be taking Satan's Choice in a direction the 1%er world may not have seen before. We'll talk about the rapid international growth, the strategy behind it, and what this kind of expansion means for:MC protocolRecruitment practicesTerritory recognitionAnd long-standing traditions within the 1%er world We'll also discuss the club's association with international rap star Big Caz 1%er, a high-profile and often controversial figure, and what celebrity involvement does—or doesn't do—for MC credibility.️ And then there's the criticism.Some voices, including Hollywood from Insane Throttle Biker News, have questioned whether Satan's Choice's rapid growth model resembles a Ponzi-style structure rather than traditional MC expansion. We'll lay out the arguments, the counterpoints, and the realities without hype or assumptions.⏱️ If time allows, we'll also touch on a developing legal case where a man has changed his plea in connection with a homicide at Omaha's Los Diablos MC.This is a conversation about evolution, tradition, and where the biker world may be heading next.Join Black Dragon, Lavish T. Williams, and Logic as we discuss the pros, the cons, and what all of this could mean for the future of MC culture. Watch it live on: Black Dragon Biker TV – /blackdragonbikertv Lavish T. Williams – /@lavishtwilliams Keep It Logical – /keepitlogicalBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support.Sponsor the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-.... Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehi... Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!We at Black Dragon Biker TV are dedicated to bringing you the latest news, updates, and analysis from the world of bikers and motorcycle clubs. Our content is created for news reporting, commentary, and discussion purposes. Under Section 107 of the Copyright

Angels are created spirit beings who serve as God's messengers, not humans who earned their wings. Created by Jesus according to Colossians 1:16, they can take physical form to accomplish God's purposes, which explains how we might entertain angels unaware. While some angels fell with Satan and became demons, good angels continue to worship God and minister to believers. Understanding angels helps us recognize the spiritual warfare around us and challenges us to treat every person with Christ-like love, as they could be angels in disguise.Thank you for joining us at NorthRidge Church! For more information please visit us online at http://www.northridgethomaston.com.

Paul's final words in Romans 16 provide essential guidance for church unity and spiritual victory. He warns believers to identify and avoid divisive people who serve their own interests rather than Christ, using smooth words to promote unbiblical doctrines. True spiritual warfare isn't about what Satan does to us, but what we allow him to do through our choices. Jesus already crushed Satan at the cross, and we experience this victory when we accept Christ. The key to spiritual growth isn't getting more of God, but surrendering more of ourselves to Him.Thank you for joining us at NorthRidge Church! For more information please visit us online at http://www.northridgethomaston.com.

This sermon presents a compelling case for the reality of spiritual warfare in cross-cultural evangelism, illustrated through a detailed account of a church-planting effort in Lopino, Trinidad, where resistance from entrenched occult practices and demonic opposition culminated in demon possession among new believers. The central message emphasizes that advancing the gospel inevitably confronts Satan's domain, requiring not only prayer and preparation but also bold, biblical confrontation of demonic forces, grounded in the authority of Christ, the power of His blood, and the Word of God. The preacher underscores that victory is not achieved through manipulation or formulaic rituals, but through faith, the ministry of recall, and the Holy Spirit's guidance, while warning against spiritual pride, fear, and the danger of leaving spiritual spaces vacant after deliverance. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a posture of spiritual vigilance, dependence on Christ, and unwavering faith, affirming that the church's mission is victorious because Christ has already triumphed over the gates of hell.

====================================================SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1==================================================== LECCIÓN DE ESCUELA SABÁTICA         I TRIMESTRE DEL 2026Narrado por: Eddie RodriguezDesde: Guatemala, GuatemalaUna cortesía de DR'Ministries y Canaan Seventh-Day Adventist ChurchVIERNES 30 DE ENEROPARA ESTUDIAR Y MEDITAR: “El que estará más cerca de Cristo será el que en la Tierra haya bebido más hondamente del espíritu de su amor desinteresado: amor que ‘no es jactancioso, no se envanece […] no busca lo suyo, no se irrita, no guarda rencor' (1 Cor. 13:4, 5); amor que mueve al discípulo, así como movía al Señor, a dar todo, a vivir, trabajar y sacrificarse, aun hasta la muerte, por la salvación de la humanidad. Este espíritu se puso de manifiesto en la vida de Pablo. Él dijo: ‘Porque para mí el vivir es Cristo', porque su vida revelaba a Cristo ante los hombres; ‘y el morir es ganancia', ganancia para Cristo; la muerte misma pondría de manifiesto el poder de su gracia y ganaría almas para él. Y dijo: ‘Será magnificado Cristo en mi cuerpo, o por vida o por muerte' (Fil. 1:21, 20)” (Elena de White, El Deseado de todas las gentes, p. 503). “No está lejos el tiempo cuando toda alma será probada. Se nos querrá imponer la marca de la bestia. Para aquellos que han ido cediendo paso a paso a las exigencias del mundo y se han acomodado a sus costumbres, no será cosa difícil ceder ante las autoridades dominantes, antes que someterse al escarnio, a los insultos, a la amenaza de encarcelamiento y a la muerte. […] “Cuando multitudes de hermanos falsos se distingan de los verdaderos, entonces los que están ocultos se manifestarán, y con expresiones de alabanza en sus labios se alistarán bajo la bandera de Cristo. Aquellos que han sido tímidos y vacilantes en la iglesia llegarán a ser como David: dispuestos a trabajar y arriesgarse. Mientras más oscura la noche para el pueblo de Dios, más resplandecientes las estrellas. Satanás acosará severamente a los fieles; pero saldrán más que vencedores en el Señor” (Elena de White, Testimonios para la iglesia, t. 5, pp. 76, 77). PREGUNTAS PARA DIALOGAR:1. Piensa en la advertencia de la cita anterior acerca de los que “han ido cediendo paso a paso a las exigencias del mundo y se han acomodado a sus costumbres”. ¿Qué podría incluir esto y cómo podría aplicarse no solo a los individuos sino a la iglesia en su conjunto? 2. Dios dice: “Yo honro a los que me honran” (1 Sam. 2:30). ¿De qué manera honramos a Dios? ¿Es lo mismo honrar a Dios que “darle gloria” (Apoc. 14:7)? ¿Por qué sí o por qué no? 3. ¿Cómo podemos trabajar en nuestra propia salvación sin caer en la trampa del legalismo?

En 1906, una novicia alemana de 20 años en un convento sudafricano confesó haber pactado con Satanás; al instante empezó a levitar, hablar idiomas desconocidos, retorcerse en ángulos imposibles y morder salvajemente a las monjas mientras escupía serpientes y arañas vivas. Durante los exorcismos reveló pecados ocultos con lujo de detalle y dejó marcas de cruces invertidas que sangraban cada viernes santo. El Vaticano lo declaró auténtico y lo encerró en sus archivos secretos; casi nadie conoce su nombre… pero las monjas que lo presenciaron nunca volvieron a dormir a oscuras.

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It is not the will of God that we be alone or that we go through life isolated from others. He has created the church to be our spiritual family. It's here that we find fellowship, encouragement, support, and accountability. It's also here that we are able to offer these same gifts to others.Main Points:1. Sometimes the reason for such isolation is the pain we have experienced in the church. Maybe we felt ignored, neglected, or forgotten. Perhaps someone made a mistake and said something that was hurtful. Rather than experience this pain again, we put up barriers and choose to not engage with others.2. But I want you to see this is exactly what Satan wants. He wants you to be isolated from others because if you do, you'll also miss the blessings that come from being in community with others. You'll miss the encouragement and the support. You'll miss the fulfillment that comes with deep friendships. Others will miss the investment you could have made in their lives.3. If you want to be blessed you have to step out of your comfort zone. To experience the richness of friendship and support, you have to show up. To be a blessing to others you have to engage, take initiative, and be committed.Today's Scripture Verses:Genesis 2:18 - “The Lord God said, “It is not good that man should be alone…”John 8:44 - “…for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies.”Philippians 2:4 -  “Look out for one another's interests not just your own.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

Gospel Mark 4:1-20 On another occasion, Jesus began to teach by the sea. A very large crowd gathered around him so that he got into a boat on the sea and sat down. And the whole crowd was beside the sea on land. And he taught them at length in parables, and in the course of his instruction he said to them, "Hear this! A sower went out to sow. And as he sowed, some seed fell on the path, and the birds came and ate it up. Other seed fell on rocky ground where it had little soil. It sprang up at once because the soil was not deep. And when the sun rose, it was scorched and it withered for lack of roots. Some seed fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked it and it produced no grain. And some seed fell on rich soil and produced fruit. It came up and grew and yielded thirty, sixty, and a hundredfold." He added, "Whoever has ears to hear ought to hear." And when he was alone, those present along with the Twelve questioned him about the parables. He answered them, "The mystery of the Kingdom of God has been granted to you. But to those outside everything comes in parables, so that they may look and see but not perceive, and hear and listen but not understand, in order that they may not be converted and be forgiven." Jesus said to them, "Do you not understand this parable? Then how will you understand any of the parables? The sower sows the word. These are the ones on the path where the word is sown. As soon as they hear, Satan comes at once and takes away the word sown in them. And these are the ones sown on rocky ground who, when they hear the word, receive it at once with joy. But they have no roots; they last only for a time. Then when tribulation or persecution comes because of the word, they quickly fall away. Those sown among thorns are another sort. They are the people who hear the word, but worldly anxiety, the lure of riches, and the craving for other things intrude and choke the word, and it bears no fruit. But those sown on rich soil are the ones who hear the word and accept it and bear fruit thirty and sixty and a hundredfold.” Reflection There's a theme that runs through all the parables, through all the teaching of Jesus. Something is offered and that which is offered must be received, longed for, and one should be open and ready to go through any transformation that is necessary for this truth to take root within them. But Jesus pointing out many people do not really want what it promises. They don't want to be changed. They don't want something new. He said, That's why I speak in parables, because I want them to have to look for and try to figure out what I'm saying. And if they're not interested in the depth of what's behind and hidden in these parables, they're not going to listen to anything that is explained to them perfectly. He longs for a quest inside of us all, to hunger for his message, for his truth, and to be willing to be radically changed by it. Closing Prayer Father, create in us a longing, an awareness perhaps of the emptiness that our life might have when we aren't really understanding the role that God has given us in this world. Give us a sense of the emptiness that might be there so that we can find that which fills us, that which gives us purpose and meaning and enthusiasm for all that we are called to be to the people around us. And we ask this in Jesus' name, Amen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A "superstar" is what Jesus refused to be. The crowds were coming to see a show. Standing-room-only crowds. The kind of multitudes that any ministry would love to have. But the Lord shut that down, hard. He wasn't trying to gain an audience to watch, listen, and get a free sandwich on the way out. Christ was after commitment. Everything He said and did made a claim on our lives. And that's not the road to celebrity; it's the road to the Cross. Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS01282026_0.mp3Scripture References: Mark 3:13-19

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Meditación del Evangelio según San Marcos 4, 1-20 por el biblista P. Norberto Padilla, misionero claretiano.Miércoles 28/ene/2026, Salió el sembrador a sembrar.Canción: Fruto nuevo de tu cielo (1999), de Metanoia----------Lectura del santo evangelio según san Marcos 4, 1-20En aquel tiempo, Jesús se puso a enseñar otra vez junto al lago. Acudió un gentío tan enorme que tuvo que subirse a una barca. Se sentó, y el gentío se quedó en la orilla. Les enseñó mucho rato con parábolas, como él solía enseñar: «Escuchen: Salió el sembrador a sembrar; al sembrar, algo cayó al borde del camino, vinieron los pájaros y se lo comieron. Otro poco cayó en terreno pedregoso, donde apenas tenía tierra; como la tierra no era profunda, brotó en seguida; pero, en cuanto salió el sol, se abrasó y, por falta de raíz, se secó. Otro poco cayó entre zarzas; las zarzas crecieron, lo ahogaron, y no dio grano. El resto cayó en tierra buena: nació, creció y dio grano; y la cosecha fue del treinta o del sesenta o del ciento por uno.» Y añadió: «El que tenga oídos para oír, que oiga.» En cuanto se quedó solo, los que estaban alrededor y los Doce le preguntaban el sentido de las parábolas. Él les dijo: «A ustedes se les han comunicado los secretos del reino de Dios; en cambio, a los de afuera todo se les presenta en parábolas, para que, por más que miren, no vean, por más que oigan, no entiendan, no sea que se conviertan y los perdonen.»» Y añadió: «¿No entienden esta parábola? ¿Pues, cómo van a entender las demás? El sembrador siembra la palabra. Hay unos que están al borde del camino donde se siembra la palabra; pero, en cuanto la escuchan, viene Satanás y se lleva la palabra sembrada en ellos. Hay otros que reciben la semilla como terreno pedregoso; al escucharla, la acogen con alegría, pero no tienen raíces, son inconstantes y, cuando viene una dificultad o persecución por la palabra, en seguida sucumben. Hay otros que reciben la semilla entre zarzas; éstos son los que escuchan la palabra, pero los afanes de la vida, la seducción de las riquezas y el deseo de todo lo demás los invaden, ahogan la palabra, y se queda estéril. Los otros son los que reciben la semilla en tierra buena; escuchan la palabra, la aceptan y dan una cosecha del treinta o del sesenta o del ciento por uno.»Palabra del Señor... Gloria a ti, Señor Jesús#SoyClaretiano #Evangelio #MisionerosClaretianos #CMFAntillasIntro: Lámpara Es Tu Palabra, de Ain Karem

This sermon explores the nature of corporate worship through the lens of God's unshakable kingdom as presented in Hebrews 12:28-29. Pastor Ben Jacquot establishes that worship is the church's life, while gospel witness is her mission. The sermon defines the kingdom of God as "the King's power over the King's people in the King's place" and traces this theme throughout Scripture. The central argument is that acceptable worship must be built on a foundation of gratitude for receiving God's unshakable kingdom through Jesus Christ's covenant work. This gratitude, combined with reverence and awe before God as a consuming fire, characterizes proper worship. The sermon emphasizes that we enter this kingdom through the new covenant mediated by Christ's blood, which speaks reconciliation rather than vengeance. As the kingdom is already inaugurated but not yet consummated, believers live as citizens of an eternal realm that will remain when everything else is shaken and destroyed. The sermon concludes with practical applications for corporate worship, emphasizing the need to cultivate gratitude, evaluate worship biblically, and eliminate all flippancy when approaching the living God. Key Points: Worship is the church's life, while sharing the gospel is her mission The kingdom of God is defined as the king's power over the king's people in the king's place We receive the kingdom through Jesus Christ as mediator of the new covenant through His blood Christ's blood speaks reconciliation to God, unlike Abel's blood which cried out for vengeance The kingdom is both "already" present and "not yet" consummated Everything in creation will be shaken and destroyed except God's unshakable kingdom Christ defeated Satan and plundered his kingdom through the weakness of the cross God delights to give the kingdom to His people as a gracious gift Acceptable worship requires gratitude as its foundation Acceptable worship is characterized by reverence and awe before God as a consuming fire Not all worship is acceptable to God; sincerity alone is insufficient Corporate worship should be evaluated on whether God was accurately presented and whether we responded appropriately Flippancy in worship must be hated and eliminated Gratitude flows from understanding God's grace in salvation Scripture Reference: Hebrews 12:28-29 (primary text) Hebrews 12:18-27 (extended context) Exodus 19:5-6 (kingdom pattern) Psalm 2:7-9 (kingdom promise) Isaiah 53:10-12 (kingdom puzzle) Mark 1:14-15 (kingdom preached) Colossians 2:13-15 (kingdom prevails) Luke 12:32 (kingdom provided) John 4 (worship in spirit and truth) Romans 12:1-2 (spiritual worship) Genesis 1 (dominion mandate) Romans 8 (creation groaning)

  «Otros son como lo sembrado entre las piedras. Al oír la palabra, enseguida la reciben con gozo; pero, como no tienen raíz, su vida es muy corta, y al venir las aflicciones o la persecución por causa de la palabra, enseguida tropiezan» (Marcos 4:16-17) Parece que hay abundancia de "pedregales" cristianos en estos días. Al comienzo, cuando comienzan en la vida cristiana, se emocionan con la Palabra de Dios. Oyen un mensaje acerca de la prosperidad y vuelven a sus hogares diciendo: "¡Aleluya! Voy a prosperar, en el nombre de Jesús". Pero luego, por alguna razón las cosas no marchan como ellos esperaban. Su cuenta bancaria no se duplica de la noche a la mañana. Se decepcionan con algo. Reciben algunas críticas. Luego, en poco tiempo, su fe se marchita. Si no quieres que eso te suceda, decide ahora mismo que no te dejarás derrotar por esos momentos difíciles. Decide ahora que te mantendrás firme en la Palabra, aun en medio de la persecución y la aflicción, pues te garantizo: los problemas sí vendrán a tu vida. Cuando uno se decide a vivir por fe, las pruebas no desaparecen. En su lugar, aprendes a vencerlas. Cuando dejes a la Palabra de Dios llegar hasta tu corazón, aprenderás más del diablo de lo que alguna vez hayas deseado, pues él hará todo lo posible para que la Palabra sea infructuosa en tu vida. Tratará de confundirte con cada paso. Tendrás problemas, pero la diferencia ahora es que también tendrás la respuesta―la Palabra de Dios. Gracias a Dios, por medio de Cristo Jesús tienes el poder para derrotar a Satanás. Cuando éste genere problemas y desilusiones en tu camino, no tienes que postrarte y dejar que te arrollen. Continúa peleando la buena batalla de la fe hasta que venzas. Algunas veces serás derribado. Pero cuando eso suceda, levántate y declara: "Mira bien, diablo, no permitiré que robes la Palabra de mi corazón. Está ahí, y estoy meditando en ella. La confieso con mi boca y actúo conforme a ella hasta que las bendiciones de Dios me alcancen. Si no me crees, ¡sólo escóndete y observa!". Al tomar esa actitud, sin importar lo que el diablo haga, él jamás podrá convertirte en un "pedregal" cristiano. Lectura bíblica: 2 Corintios 4:6-18   © 1997 – 2019 Eagle Mountain International Church Inc., también conocida como Ministerios Kenneth Copeland / Kenneth Copeland Ministries. Todos los derechos reservados.

 In this installment of his series, retired pastor Charles Douglas opens by briefly recommending RTN (a Christian TV/radio network offering music and Bible teaching) and then turns to the third theme: “The Beast to Come”—the Antichrist as the ultimate personification of false anointing under Satan. Framing the topic as a set of starter thoughts for personal or small-group study rather than an exhaustive end-times chart, he defines “antichrist” from John's letters (as denial of Jesus' true deity and true humanity), notes the recurring influence of deception (including a modern resurgence of gnostic-like distortions), and explains Satan's work in terms of strategic (ultimate aim to exalt himself like the Most High) and tactical (ongoing preconditioning of minds through authoritative platforms—political, financial, and religious). Douglas then walks through key texts—especially Revelation 12–13, Daniel, and 2 Thessalonians—highlighting the beast rising from the turbulent “sea” of humanity and the dragon empowering him, the beast's blasphemous self-exaltation and persecution of saints, and the coming certainty of Christ's victory as King of kings. He also introduces the “second beast” (the false prophet) as a religious deceiver who performs signs to enforce worship, briefly weighs interpretive options around the “mortal wound” and the “image” (including but not limited to technological possibilities), and repeatedly emphasizes a sobering theme of divine sovereignty—the beast is “allowed” authority for a limited time—alongside a pastoral warning to stay spiritually alert, sober-minded, and grounded in Scripture amid accelerating deception. 

+ Evangelio de nuestro Señor Jesucristo según san Marcos 4, 1-20Jesús comenzó a enseñar de nuevo a orillas del mar. Una gran multitud se reunió junto a él, de manera que debió subir a una barca dentro del mar, y sentarse en ella. Mientras tanto, la multitud estaba en la orilla. Él les enseñaba muchas cosas por medio de parábolas, y esto era lo que les enseñaba:«¡Escuchen! El sembrador salió a sembrar. Mientras sembraba, parte de la semilla cayó al borde del camino, y vinieron los pájaros y se la comieron. Otra parte cayó en terreno rocoso, donde no tenía mucha tierra, y brotó en seguida porque la tierra era poco profunda; pero cuando salió el sol, se quemó y, por falta de raíz, se secó. Otra cayó entre las espinas; estas crecieron, la sofocaron, y no dio fruto. Otros granos cayeron en buena tierra y dieron fruto: fueron creciendo y desarrollándose, y rindieron ya el treinta, ya el sesenta, ya el ciento por uno.»Y decía: «¡El que tenga oídos para oír, que oiga!»Cuando se quedó solo, los que estaban alrededor de él junto con los Doce, le preguntaban por el sentido de las parábolas. Y Jesús les decía: «A ustedes se les ha confiado el misterio del Reino de Dios; en cambio, para los de afuera, todo es parábola, a fin de que miren y no vean, oigan y no entiendan, no sea que se conviertan y alcancen el perdón.Jesús les dijo: «¿No entienden esta parábola? ¿Cómo comprenderán entonces todas las demás?El sembrador siembra la Palabra. Los que están al borde del camino, son aquellos en quienes se siembra la Palabra; pero, apenas la escuchan, viene Satanás y se lleva la semilla sembrada en ellos.Igualmente, los que reciben la semilla en terreno rocoso son los que, al escuchar la Palabra, la acogen en seguida con alegría; pero no tienen raíces, sino que son inconstantes y, en cuanto sobreviene la tribulación o la persecución a causa de la Palabra, inmediatamente sucumben.Hay otros que reciben la semilla entre espinas: son los que han escuchado la Palabra, pero las preocupaciones del mundo, la seducción de las riquezas y los demás deseos penetran en ellos y ahogan la Palabra, y esta resulta infructuosa. Y los que reciben la semilla en tierra buena, son los que escuchan la Palabra, la aceptan y dan fruto al treinta, al sesenta y al ciento por uno.»Palabra del Señor.

There is a hardness, an insensible lack of spiritual sense, that is gathered in prosperity, that if not watched against, will expose the heart to the deceits of sin66 and baits of Satan. "Watch and pray" in this season. Many men's negligence in this area has cost them dearly; their woeful experience cries out to take heed. Blessed is he that always fears, but especially in a time of prosperity.

In this insightful Midweek sermon, Pastor Steve Perez explores the three primary ways Satan communicates with humanity: directly, through influence, and via demonic powers. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing these voices and understanding their impact on our identity and faith. Pastor Steve provides guidance on overcoming these challenges by being Spirit-filled, Spirit-led, and grounded in Scripture. He highlights the necessity of submission to God and the power of resisting the devil, drawing on biblical examples to illustrate how believers can achieve victory over spiritual adversities.Pastor Steve Perez | January 27, 2026The Fountain Apostolic ChurchSOW (2026)Learn more at tfachurch.com/plus

Mc 4,1-20.Jesús comenzó a enseñar de nuevo a orillas del mar. Una gran multitud se reunió junto a él, de manera que debió subir a una barca dentro del mar, y sentarse en ella. Mientras tanto, la multitud estaba en la orilla.El les enseñaba muchas cosas por medio de parábolas, y esto era lo que les enseñaba:"¡Escuchen! El sembrador salió a sembrar.Mientras sembraba, parte de la semilla cayó al borde del camino, y vinieron los pájaros y se la comieron.Otra parte cayó en terreno rocoso, donde no tenía mucha tierra, y brotó en seguida porque la tierra era poco profunda;pero cuando salió el sol, se quemó y, por falta de raíz, se secó.Otra cayó entre las espinas; estas crecieron, la sofocaron, y no dio fruto.Otros granos cayeron en buena tierra y dieron fruto: fueron creciendo y desarrollándose, y rindieron ya el treinta, ya el sesenta, ya el ciento por uno".Y decía: "¡El que tenga oídos para oír, que oiga!".Cuando se quedó solo, los que estaban alrededor de él junto con los Doce, le preguntaban por el sentido de las parábolas.Y Jesús les decía: "A ustedes se les ha confiado el misterio del Reino de Dios; en cambio, para los de afuera, todo es parábola,a fin de que miren y no vean, oigan y no entiendan, no sea que se conviertan y alcancen el perdón".Jesús les dijo: "¿No entienden esta parábola? ¿Cómo comprenderán entonces todas las demás?El sembrador siembra la Palabra.Los que están al borde del camino, son aquellos en quienes se siembra la Palabra; pero, apenas la escuchan, viene Satanás y se lleva la semilla sembrada en ellos.Igualmente, los que reciben la semilla en terreno rocoso son los que, al escuchar la Palabra, la acogen en seguida con alegría;pero no tienen raíces, sino que son inconstantes y, en cuanto sobreviene la tribulación o la persecución a causa de la Palabra, inmediatamente sucumben.Hay otros que reciben la semilla entre espinas: son los que han escuchado la Palabra,pero las preocupaciones del mundo, la seducción de las riquezas y los demás deseos penetran en ellos y ahogan la Palabra, y esta resulta infructuosa.Y los que reciben la semilla en tierra buena, son los que escuchan la Palabra, la aceptan y dan fruto al treinta, al sesenta y al ciento por uno".

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Our Election in Christ (4) (audio) David Eells, 1/28/26 We've covered our election in Christ previously pretty well. Today, I'm going to cover more about being predestined in Christ and its connection to Election. (Eph.1:4) Even as he chose (The Greek word here again is eklectos, “elect.”) us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blemish before him in love: (5) having foreordained (or “predestined”) us unto adoption as sons through Jesus Christ unto himself, according to the good pleasure of his will. Those who are elect are predestined to come into the adoption of sons, which is the same thing we just read. (Rom.8:16) The Spirit himself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are children of God: (17) and if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with [him], that we may be also glorified with [him]. Notice that those who suffer the death of their self-life, will manifest their election. What does Paul mean when he says, “Having foreordained us unto adoption as sons”? The answer is found a few verses further down. (Rom.8:23) And not only so, but ourselves also, who have the first-fruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for [our] adoption, [to wit,] the redemption of our body. Those who receive the first-fruits of the Spirit are on their way to the adoption of sons, which is when you receive your redeemed body. Notice that a child must receive the Holy Spirit to manifest sonship.  (25) But if we hope for that which we see not, [then] do we with patience wait for it. The manifestation of our sonship begins when we receive our born-again spirit and then are obedient to receive the Holy Spirit, which enables us to “walk as He walked”. Peter said that your soul is born again through your obedience to the truth. (1Pe.1:22) Seeing ye have purified your souls in your obedience to the truth unto unfeigned love of the brethren, love one another from the heart fervently: (23) having been begotten again (or “born again”), not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, through the word of God, which liveth and abideth. The soul is where we manifest the fruit of Christ 30-, 60- and 100-fold. Those who have a born-again soul will be given a redeemed body. A born-again soul is the “fruit” that the Bible talks about. It's the fruit of Christ in you. It's the nature of Christ. Your soul is your mind, will and emotions; in other words, it is your nature and your character. While we are still in this body, we can manifest our sonship in spirit and in soul. Full adoption comes when we receive our redeemed body. The elect were chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world (Ephesians 1:4; Revelation 13:8; 17:8) and they will manifest Christ 30-, 60- and 100-fold, according to what Jesus said (Matthew 13:23; Mark 4:20). They will manifest Christ-likeness. I want to talk about what it is to be “foreknown” and who it is whom Christ knows, because there are Christians, using the term loosely, whom Christ doesn't know, and there are Christians whom He does know. You say, “David, that sounds crazy!” No, from out of all the called among the Christians, there are those whom Christ knows and those whom He doesn't know. I'm going to prove this to you. (2Ti.2:19) Howbeit the firm foundation of God standeth, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his (From the foundation of the world, they've been His because from the foundation of the world He has foreknown them.): and, Let every one that nameth the name of the Lord depart from unrighteousness. This is what proves who are God's people. The people who depart from willful sin are the ones who are His. If you depart from unrighteousness, you will be manifestly His. (20) Now in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some unto honor, and some unto dishonor. (21) If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honor, sanctified.... Who is sanctified? The elect, who are the ones whom God foreknew, will be sanctified. We read this earlier in Peter. (1Pe.1:1) Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, to the elect who are sojourners of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, (2) according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace be multiplied. The Lord knows right now those who are His. (2Ti.2:21) If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honor, sanctified, meet for the master's use, prepared unto every good work. (22) But flee youthful lusts and follow after righteousness, faith, love, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart. The Lord knows right now those who are sanctified. Is every Christian His? Well, does God know every Christian? We've seen that those whom He foreknew, He's going to know at the end, but does He know every Christian among the called now? What is it that makes God know you? (1Co.8:3) But if any man loveth God, the same is known by him. God knows those who love Him. Notice, (Rom.8:28) And we know that to them that love God all things work together for good, [even] to them that are called according to [his] purpose. That's not everybody. (29) For whom he foreknew, he also foreordained [to be] conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. The ones whom God foreknew are the ones who love Him. What distinguishes between the Christian who loves God and the Christian who doesn't love God? Jesus said, (Joh.14:21) He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself unto him. These people are Christians because they have a born-again spirit. All of the called have a born-again spirit, but not all of the called will bear fruit. The called who will bear fruit and be manifested as the elect are the ones who love God. They are going to obey God. They are going to give up their life to have His. They are going to pay the price and the Lord says He knows them. (Jer.1:5) Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee, and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee; I have appointed thee a prophet unto the nations. God knew us by faith before He even formed us in the womb. Amen! Another example, which is one that's constantly misused by the “once saved, always saved” crowd, is this verse: (Joh.10:27) My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me (That's not everybody out there who ever professed the name of Christ. It's only those who professed the name of Christ and departed from unrighteousness.): (28) and I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, and no one shall snatch them out of my hand. That's true; they will never perish. They will receive eternal life. Nobody will ever pluck them out of the Father's hand because they love God and so they will obey God. I didn't say they all overcome immediately, but they do obey God and they overcome. Notice, Jesus says, “I know them.” Doesn't He know everybody? Of course, God knows everybody in this world. God knows their names, and He knows everything about them, but that's not the kind of “know” He's talking about here. This word “know” is the Greek ginosko and it means the kind of personal relationship Adam had with Eve, in that Adam sowed his seed in her and she brought forth fruit. That's the kind of “know” that the Scriptures are talking about. Let me further prove to you that not every Christian, as we use the term loosely, is known by God or has ever been known by God. Jesus said, (Joh.15:2) Every branch in me that beareth not fruit, he taketh it away (This is speaking of the Father taking it away.): and every [branch] that beareth fruit, he cleanseth it, that it may bear more fruit. And now look at this verse: (Mat.7:19) Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. Jesus said, “Every branch in me,” so He's talking about people who are Christians, although we use the term “Christian” very loosely nowadays. (20) Therefore by their fruits ye shall know them. (21) Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven (These people are calling Him “Lord.” Who else but Christians would have the nerve to do that?); but he that doeth the will of my Father who is in heaven. (22) Many will say (What “many” is this? This is the “many” who are calling Him “Lord, Lord.”) to me in that day, Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy by thy name, and by thy name cast out demons, and by thy name do many mighty works? These are Christians who are doing the “many mighty works,” unless you believe that today Satan casts out Satan, but Jesus tells us Satan doesn't cast out Satan: (Mat.12:25) And knowing their thoughts he said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand: (26) and if Satan casteth out Satan, he is divided against himself; how then shall his kingdom stand? So these people were casting out Satan and they were doing mighty works by the power of the Holy Spirit, yet in their own lives, they were not being obedient to the will of the Father. (Mat.7:23) And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity. What does He mean by “I never knew you”? He means, “I didn't know you from the beginning. I never knew you from before the foundation of the world and you were not written in the Book.” Yes, they were Christians, but they were not found written in the Book at the end because they were not foreknown. They were physically written in the Book when they were born again, but they were erased out of the Book before the end. In the beginning, the ones whom God foreknew were written in the Book by His faith. They are going to overcome. They are going to bear fruit, and they are still going to be there at the end. Others are going to be written in who will not overcome. They will not bear fruit and they will be erased, so even though they were called, they will not be chosen. (Rev 3:5) He that overcometh shall thus be arrayed in white garments; and I will in no wise blot his name out of the book of life, and I will confess his name before my Father, and before his angels. (Mat.7:24) Every one therefore that heareth these words of mine, and doeth them, shall be likened unto a wise man, who built his house upon the rock: (25) and the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon the rock. (26) And every one that heareth these words of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, who built his house upon the sand: (27) and the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and smote upon that house; and it fell: and great was the fall thereof. Notice, Jesus is only talking about two groups of Christians here. He's talking about those who “heareth these words of mine, and doeth them,” and He's talking about those who “heareth these words of mine, and doeth them not.” These can only loosely be Christians. He's not talking about the lost world. Jesus is talking about Christians who, in their own life, are not being obedient to God. They are not loving God, which is not being obedient, therefore He says, “I never knew you.” His seed was not in them. Let me show you more proof of this in the parable of the 10 virgins: (Mat.25:1) Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, who took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom. (2) And five of them were foolish, and five were wise. Obviously, they had to be Christians or they would not have started out with the “oil” of the Holy Spirit in their lamps. (Pro.20:27) The spirit of man is the lamp of the Lord, Searching all his innermost parts. The oil the virgins had in their lamps symbolized the Holy Spirit, which gave them light. (Mat.25:3) For the foolish, when they took their lamps, took no oil with them: (4) but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps. (Obviously some are filled with the Spirit) (5) Now while the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept. (6) But at midnight there is a cry, Behold, the bridegroom! Come ye forth to meet him. (7) Then all those virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps. (8) And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are going out. (9) But the wise answered, saying, Peradventure there will not be enough for us and you: go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves. (10) And while they went away to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage feast: and the door was shut. The five foolish virgins should have been “buying” the oil of the Holy Spirit all along. How do you “buy” the oil of the Holy Spirit? You “buy” it when you give up your life to gain your higher life (Matthew 10:38-39; 16:25; Mark 8:35; Luke 9:24; John 12:25). You do have to buy it. You can be filled with you or you can be filled with Him. We do have to give something for His life. Jesus said we have to give up our life, and they were not doing this. (Mat.25:11) Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us. (12) But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not. (13) Watch therefore, for ye know not the day nor the hour. The 10 virgins were all Christians, but the five foolish virgins were not filled with the Spirit of God and they were not being disciples of Christ in their own lives. Jesus said to them, “I know you not.” This is the second witness. Can you have been born again? Yes, you can be born again in spirit. Some people like to think that they are just a shoo-in for the Kingdom because they are born again in spirit and even have the Holy Spirit. However, remember what the Bible says about the children of God: (Rom.8:17) … If so be that we suffer with [him,] that we may be also glorified with [him]. Only the ones who suffer with Him will be the glorified sons of God. We have to suffer the crucifixion of the old life; that's why we were put here. These are the ones who are going to be glorified. (29) For whom he foreknew, he also foreordained [to be] conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren: (30) and whom he foreordained, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified. These are the ones who were foreknown to be conformed to the image of His Son and be glorified. Jesus said in (Luk.13:24) Strive to enter in by the narrow door: for many, I say unto you, shall seek to enter in, and shall not be able. The five foolish virgins wanted to go through the door, too, but found that it was shut to them. (25) When once the master of the house is risen up, and hath shut to the door (indicating we have a limited time to bear fruit), and ye begin to stand without, and to knock at the door, saying, Lord, open to us; and he shall answer and say to you, I know you not whence ye are; (26) then shall ye begin to say, We did eat and drink in thy presence, and thou didst teach in our streets; (27) and he shall say, I tell you, I know not whence ye are; depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity. Again, He's talking to disobedient Christians here. The people in this verse are just like the foolish virgins who didn't bear any fruit to be able to enter through the door. Jesus will say of them, “I know you not whence ye are.” The Amplified Bible says, “I know not of what family, or of what parentage, you are from.” You see, it's only by bearing fruit that we can prove God is our Father. Maturity is coming to know God the way He knows us. (1Co.13:9) For we know in part, and we prophesy in part; (10) but when that which is perfect is come, that which is in part shall be done away. (11) When I was a child, I spake as a child, I felt as a child, I thought as a child: now that I am become a man, I have put away childish things. Paul is talking about maturity, about growing up and bearing fruit in God, and he's using a little parable here to show us how to do that. (12) For now we see in a mirror, darkly (Some versions have “dimly,” or “indistinctly,” or “obscurely.”); but then face to face (The more you grow in God, the more you truly know Him clearly.): now I know in part; but then shall I know fully even as also I was fully known. God fully knew the elect; He fully knew those who would come to maturity. God is speaking about one specific group of people here: He's speaking about those who come to see Him face-to-face. Paul says that these people will come to fully know God in the same way God knew them. (13) But now abideth faith, hope, love, these three; and the greatest of these is love. God knows those who love Him. We are coming to know Him because He first knew us. Those who love God will seek the truth; they will humble themselves to the truth, and they will be obedient by His grace through their faith. An example can be found in the life of Moses: (Exo.33:12) And Moses said unto the Lord, See, thou sayest unto me, Bring up this people: and thou hast not let me know whom thou wilt send with me. Yet thou hast said, I know thee by name (What is this talking about? Of course, God knows everyone's name.), and thou hast also found favor (The Hebrew word there is chen and it means “grace.”) in my sight. (13) Now therefore, I pray thee, if I have found favor in thy sight, show me now thy ways, that I may know thee, to the end that I may find favor in thy sight: and consider that this nation is thy people. (14) And he said, My presence shall go [with thee], and I will give thee rest. Moses is saying, “You know me by name, and You say that I have Your grace, so now let me know You.” That's the same situation with God and His elect. He has always known them by name since the foundation of the world and they have His grace. Now they are coming to know the one who has always known them. They are coming to know Him fully, even as they also were fully known. (Exo.33:17) And the Lord said unto Moses, I will do this thing also that thou hast spoken; for thou hast found favor in my sight, and I know thee by name. There it is again. Knowing us by name means knowing us by His nature and character in us. (18) And he said, Show me, I pray thee, thy glory. We've seen that the ones who were foreknown before the foundation of the world are those who will be glorified (Romans 8:29,30). (19) And he said, I will make all my goodness pass before thee, and will proclaim the name of the Lord before thee (God knew Moses by name and now Moses is going to know God by name. The Hebrew word for “name” is shem and it means “nature and character.”); and I will be gracious to whom I will be gracious, and will show mercy on whom I will show mercy. God is talking about predestination and election here and we recognize this from Romans, where God talks about Jacob and Esau: (Rom.9:10) And not only so; but Rebecca also having conceived by one, [even] by our father Isaac-- (11) for [the children] being not yet born, neither having done anything good or bad, that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works, but of him that calleth, (12) it was said unto her, The elder shall serve the younger. (13) Even as it is written, Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated. Before they had done anything, Jacob belonged to God; Jacob was God's before he was born. That makes it obvious that “God so loved the world” means He's only loving worldly Jacob, or Israel, because these are the people who have been given the gift of faith to come to Him and believe on Him. So God had mercy on Jacob, but He gave justice to Esau. (Psa.33:12) Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, The people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance. (13) The Lord looketh from heaven; He beholdeth all the sons of men; (14) From the place of his habitation he looketh forth Upon all the inhabitants of the earth, (15) He that fashioneth the hearts of them all, That considereth all their works. It's God who fashions the hearts of all people. (Ecc.3:11) He hath made everything beautiful in its time: also he hath set eternity in their heart, yet so that man cannot find out the work that God hath done from the beginning even to the end. Man cannot find the way of God unless He draws them. Yes, everything is beautiful in its time. Everything that God has made has a good purpose and that includes the evil. Isa 45:7 I form the light, and create darkness; I make peace, and create evil. I am Jehovah, that doeth all these things. The evil gives man a choice and also a crucifier of his flesh. Now, let me ask you a question here. If God predestined some to life from the beginning of creation, what is He doing with everybody else? Remember we read, (Rom.9:21) Or hath not the potter a right over the clay, from the same lump to make one part a vessel unto honor, and another unto dishonor? Of course, God does this, but why? (22) What if God, willing to show his wrath, and to make his power known, endured with much longsuffering (God has done this. In order to show His power, He has endured suffering from.) vessels of wrath fitted unto destruction (Or, in other words, “made to be destroyed,” and here's the reason.): (23) that he might make known the riches of his glory upon vessels of mercy, which he afore prepared unto glory. I don't know about you, but when I look out at the lost multitudes in the world, it makes me appreciate grace and mercy given to the few. How can you know grace and mercy, except you look out over the world and see all of the people who don't have grace and mercy? That should make you feel blessed: “There but for the grace of God, go I.” The multitudes, the masses who are going down the broad road (Matthew 7:13), should make you appreciate the grace and the mercy of God, who said, (Rom.9:15) … I will have mercy on whom I have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion. Well, God had mercy upon us and we can appreciate His compassion when we look at the lost multitudes. God actually does do this. (1Pe.2:8) … A stone of stumbling (This is speaking of Christ.), and a rock of offence; for they stumble at the word, being disobedient: whereunto also they were appointed. The Scripture says these people were “appointed,” or “designated,” or “preordained,” to stumble at the Word and be disobedient. (9) But ye are an elect race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for [God's] own possession, that ye may show forth the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. You were chosen to be obedient to the Word. You were chosen not to stumble at the Rock of Christ. (2Pe.2:12) But these, as creatures without reason, born mere animals to be taken and destroyed (They were born animals to be destroyed.), railing in matters whereof they are ignorant, shall in their destroying surely be destroyed. These are vessels who have been raised up to put us on our cross and also to show us God's mercy and grace. You ask, “How so, David?” When you go out there and tell them about Christ and they totally can't and wont understand, they show that what God has done for us is mercy and grace. God gave you a revelation and opened your understanding. Why would God do this for you and not for them? He did it for you only because of predestination and election. There are some objections to election and predestination even though it is clearly in the Word. The one I hear the most from people is that God loves the world but we see that it is a people in the world who believe. (Joh.3:16) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life. Of course, when people read this verse, they think it means that God loves the whole world. As we've seen from the Scriptures, the Bible doesn't teach that God loves the whole world and even in this verse it doesn't say that because there is a condition given for God's love. That is, “whosoever believeth on him” and that limits God's love to a very few. The majority are not going to believe on the Son, since the only way to have any hope of believing on the Son is to receive the gift of faith from God. (Eph.2:8) For by grace have ye been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, [it is] the gift of God; (9) not of works, that no man should glory. You see, faith is a gift from God; believing on the Son is a gift from God. The people in the world who do believe on the Son are the ones to whom God has given the gift to be drawn to the Son and have eternal life. (Joh.15:19) If ye were of the world, the world would love its own: but because ye are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you. God did not choose the world; He chose us out of the world. In effect, that means God chose not to choose the rest of the world. And so when we read verses like John 3:16, we have the level of revelation that God permits because of our lack of understanding. I feel as if the Lord showed me that when we are carnal, it's easier for us to understand this as if God does love the whole world, and therefore not attribute foolishness to God. But as we grow in knowledge, the more we see the plan and wisdom of God, and the more we fear God. Jesus didn't claim everybody in the world and here's another good example of that: (Joh.10:16) And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring (So they haven't come to Him yet.), and they shall hear (They haven't even heard of Him yet.) my voice: and they shall become one flock, one shepherd. He's talking about a multitude of people that includes us. We are included in this group. So at the time Jesus made this statement, some people didn't know Him, they hadn't heard of Him, and they hadn't even been born yet, but they have been His. God chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world; therefore, our election has nothing to do with time. (Eph.1:4) even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blemish before him in love: (5) having foreordained (or predestined) us unto adoption as sons through Jesus Christ unto himself, according to the good pleasure of his will. We have belonged to Christ since the time God set His plan into action at the beginning. We were chosen in Him as our Savior at the very beginning. “Other sheep I have, which are not of this fold” and they are going to become one flock with one Shepherd. So when He says, “having loved his own,” He's only talking about those who come from God, those who belong to God. He's only talking about the wheat and the sheep. (Joh.15:19) If ye were of the world, the world would love its own: but because ye are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you. God did not choose the world; He chose us out of the world. In effect, that means God chose not to choose the rest of the world. The Bible says God hates all workers of iniquity: (Psa.5:5) The arrogant shall not stand in thy sight: Thou hatest all workers of iniquity. Jesus told us, (Joh.14:21) He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself unto him. So, again, we see the love of the Father is shown only to those who love Jesus. Another verse, where the wisdom of God is speaking, says the same thing: (Pro.8:17) I love them that love me; And those that seek me diligently shall find me. The Bible says three times in the New Testament that Jesus is the wisdom of God (Luke 11:49; 1 Corinthians 1:24,30). There is a condition to the manifestation of God's love. I say “manifestation” because God loved us before we were. God loved Jacob before he was born. God loved him even before he had done anything because it's not by works, it's by election. (Rom.5:8) But God commendeth his own love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. God wanted to show us His love in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. God, who sees the end from the beginning (Isaiah 41:4), loved us for what He knew He was going to create in us from before the foundation of the world (Romans 8:28-30). God loved the end creation that He saw by faith. His love is manifested for those who walk according to His commandments because they love Christ “God commended His own love toward us....” Who is He talking to here? (Rom.1:7) To all that are in Rome (You might think that he's addressing everybody in Rome, but he goes on to qualify this.), beloved of God, called [to be] saints.... That's very, very conditional. He's talking to those who are beloved of God and called “saints.” (Rom.1:7) To all that are in Rome, beloved of God, called [to be] saints: Grace to you (The only people who receive grace are the people who are beloved of God, called “saints.”) and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. God didn't give grace to anyone else. The Lord promised salvation to those who were in Christ from the foundation of the world because Christ died for us. People always say, “Well, Christ died for the world.” No, the Bible says that Christ died “for whosoever will” (Mark 8:34; Revelation 22:17). God is the one who works in us to will and to do of His good pleasure (Ephesians 1:5,11; Philippians 2:13), and “whosoever will” is only those who have the gift from Father of being drawn to Christ. (Joh.6:44) No man can come to me, except the Father that sent me draw him: and I will raise him up in the last day. They're the ones who have the will. So, it is to “whosoever will” but, specifically, Christ died for us and for everyone in the world who is the called of God. They're the ones who are invited to partake of Christ. (Joh.14:22) Judas (not Iscariot) saith unto him, Lord, what is come to pass that thou wilt manifest thyself unto us, and not unto the world? Why would He want to manifest Himself to these and not to the world? It's because He's very particular; He's revealing Himself only to God's chosen. (23) Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my word: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him. And in the next chapter it says in (15:10) If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love. So the manifestation of God's love is for those who are obedient and who walk in Christ. And the manifestation of God's love by faith is for those who have not yet come to Christ, but will come to Him because Jesus said, (Joh.6:37) All that which the Father giveth me shall come unto me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out. God loves them, not for what they are now, but for what they will be when they do come to Christ and walk in obedience to Him. Now I want you to look at this next verse again because people like to claim it for just anybody who says they're a Christian. (Rom.8:28) And we know that to them that love God all things work together for good, [even] to them that are called according to [his] purpose. But people don't go on to consider the next verse. (29) For whom he foreknew, he also foreordained [to be] conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. The promise is to work “all things together for good,” and is made to those who love God and we know who loves God because Jesus told us those who keep His commandments are those who love Him. Those who walk by faith are empowered to obey. I'm not saying that they don't ever fail; I'm saying they are able to walk into obedience, getting closer and closer to God, because they walk by faith. We know that power comes from God because of faith (Romans 1:16; 1 Corinthians 1:24; 1 Peter 1:5). So Romans 8:28 is talking about those “whom he foreknew.” They are the ones He predestined to come into the image of His Son, 30-, 60- and 100-fold. Everything is going to work together for their good; even chastening and the curse work together for the good of those who are called of God to come into the image of His Son. In the prophecy given to Joseph, the husband of Mary, it said, (Mat.1:21) And she shall bring forth a son; and thou shalt call his name JESUS; for it is he that shall save his people from their sins. The only ones who are saved from their sins are the ones who are already His people. Only sinners can be saved. They are His people by election, not by manifestation.

In today's episode, Kaleb and I dive into a topic that might ruffle a few feathers — the state of the modern church, especially mega churches. Inspired by a hilarious (but lowkey convicting) parody by comedian Druski, we talk about the skepticism a lot of people feel toward church nowadays. From prosperity gospel gone wild to pastors with private jets and Dior drip — it's no wonder people are asking, “Is church even biblical anymore?” We also bring on our dear friend and pastor, JP Pokluda, to unpack what the Bible actually says about church, how to find a healthy one, and why yes, you DO need to be plugged into a local body of believers. Oh, and don't worry — there's also plenty of laughs, nostalgia, and a little youth group trauma mixed in.

The book of Job. Preachers avoid teaching on it, but we must acknowledge that there is something in this book about God's silence and utter nightmarish trials that we must gain wisdom from. What do Job's life and the questions about God's silence, His justice, and trials from Satan's own handiwork mean to the modern believer? How do we even SURVIVE during those seasons of silence and trials when they come? What is the point of it all? Join Autumn as she is joined by a dear friend, Rick Walker, as they discuss her book, “Holy Ghosted: What Job's Pain Teaches Us About Surviving Spiritual Silence.”   PRE-ORDER HOLY GHOSTED HERE! https://www.amazon.com/Holy-Ghosted-Teaches-Surviving-Spiritual/dp/1636415431    Message: Rick Walker interviews Autumn in this special episode as she opens up to share all about her new book, “Holy Ghosted.”   Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site   If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com   If you have a suggestion for the ministry, a question for Autumn, a testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com    Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutumnMiles   Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content!   If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!

It's Tuesday, January 27th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson Iran Int'l News reports 36,500 protestors killed by Islamic regime As The Worldview reported yesterday, the latest report of the death count for the recent Iranian protests is now at 36,500, according to Iran International News.   (audio of Iranian officials shooting unarmed protestors) This information reportedly comes from Interior Ministry documents. The government carried out 4,000 clashes at various locations around the country over a two-day period earlier in the month. Iran's Health Ministry also revealed that the hospitals in the country performed 13,000 surgeries following the protests. Iran's internet blackout is going into its 19th day today.  Iran International also reports that government officials are still carrying out “extrajudicial killings, deaths under torture, and the systematic mistreatment of detainees and their families.” Several of our sources have reported multiple Christians killed in the conflict.  Communist Chinese president purged military generals China's President and Communist Party General Secretary Xi Jinping has completed his purge of military generals, beginning with top brass Zhang Youxia and at least 17 other generals, reports NTDTV.com. The Economist called this “the largest political purge of the military's top ranks since Mao Zedong's death in 1976.” Assaults on ICE officers increased by 1,300% in 2025 over 2024 Public protests are increasing in the United States. Last year, the Crowd Counting Consortium counted 10,700 protests in the U.S. That's a 133% increase over 2024. So far this month, there have been 628 protests, the largest of which have centered in Minnesota, Illinois, and California. Disturbingly, the protests have increased in violence. The Department of Homeland Security recently reported a 1,300% increase in assaults against I.C.E. officers in 2025 (over the previous year), and a 3,200% increase in vehicular attacks. Rest assured, where human justice may fail, Ecclesiastes 12:14 assures us that “God shall bring every work into judgment, including every secret thing, whether it be good or whether it be evil.” Shooting death of Minneapolis man sparks gun control debate The January 24th fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis by law enforcement has sparked a debate on gun control. Apparently, the protester was armed at the time of his encounter with the I.C.E. agent. Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli took to X, commenting that, "If you approach law enforcement with a gun, there is a high likelihood they will be legally justified in shooting you."  However, the pro-gun group, the National Rifle Association, said, "Responsible public voices should be awaiting a full investigation, not making generalizations and demonizing law-abiding citizens.” Plus, Gun Owners for America noted, "The Second Amendment protects Americans' right to bear arms while protesting ‒ a right the federal government must not infringe upon." GOP Rep. Thomas Massie and Barack Obama weigh in on ICE killing GOP U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky also jumped into the fray. He said, ”Carrying a firearm is not a death sentence;  it's a Constitutionally-protected, God-given right. And, if you don't understand this, you have no business in law enforcement or government." No comment from the liberal media on Mr. Pretti's choice to carry a gun to the protest. Then, former President Barack Obama took to X on Sunday to encourage the American public to “support and draw inspiration from” what he calls “the peaceful protests in Minneapolis.” Satan worshippers thank Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Speaking of Minnesota, Republican State Representative Pam Altendorf revealed on video a disturbing display recognizing Satan in the state Capitol. ALTENDORF: “As I was leaving my committee meeting today here earlier, I noticed that there is a new display here at the State Capitol, and it's for Governor [Tim] Walz.” The inscription says, “The Democratic Coalition of Satan Worshippers thanks Gov. Tim Walz for not standing in the way of spreading Satanism in the state Capitol building.” Rep. Altendorf concluded with this. ALTENDORF: “Yes, everyone, this is true. I am live, not making this up. You can't make this up. (laughs) I don't know why a governor of a state would want this plaque, but there it is. “The Satan worshipers have thanked Governor Tim Walz, and let me repeat this.  The last line says, ‘Satan has a special place for you.' I'm speechless.” In Exodus 20:3, God revealed to Moses atop Mt. Sinai, “You shall have no other gods before Me.” Charismatic leader accused of “fabricated” prophecies and sexual sin The charismatic church is taking more hits from reports concerning alleged scandalous activities of a homosexual nature. Shawn Bolz was platformed by Bethel over a period of ten years.  Bethel leadership now admits to have continued platforming Bolz despite their knowing of his “fabricated” prophecies and alleged sexual sin, reports CBN News. Multiple Christian news organizations have headlined this new revelation in an ongoing series of scandals in the evangelical/charismatic church involving Bill Hybels, Carl Lentz, Mike Bickel, Brian Houston, T.D. Jakes, Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker, and Jimmy Swaggart.  The deluge of scandals has taken its toll on the nation. Public trust in pastors here is now the lowest in recorded history. According to Lifeway Research, only 27% of Americans say they have a high trust in pastors, down from an average of 56% between 2000 and 2009. Here's a reminder from 1 Corinthians 11:31 and 32. “If we would judge ourselves, we would not be judged.  But when we are judged, we are chastened by the Lord, that we may not be condemned with the world.” Gold and silver prices soar Gold and silver prices continue to soar. Now, $5,100 per ounce for gold, up from $2,600 just a year ago, reports Reuters. And silver today is $110 per pounce, up from $30 a year ago. 36 states consider anti-transgender bills And finally, at last count, 36 state governments are floating 366 bills which would put the brakes on the advance of “transgender rights,” limit the public display of drag queens, and allow religious exemptions for churches, schools, and businesses that are morally opposed to homosexuality and transgenderism. Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, January 27th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Can you love a bad man? Can an angel be born yesterday? Can a dog be a Kat? These are the questions that have haunted us for six years of Boys' Bible Study, questions we haven't been able to answer until now. Six is a very powerful number. Put a lot of sixes together and that's the devil. But just one more is seven. And when those two numbers sit next to each other, it's the most evil and powerful force unleashed on mankind, greater than God and greater than Satan. On our anniversary, we like to do a yearly recap episode celebrating the film, TV, and other Christian media that was new to us this past year and that we reviewed on the show. We also commemorate the best of the best with our trademark Golden Calf Awards, honoring creators of outsider media we feel are underrecognized by the lamestream. Some major themes from Boys' Bible Study this year include a deep investigation of angels in media, especially 1990s television, the crowning achievement of which is obviously TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL. We became even more immersed in Christian and inspirational television with WALKER, TEXAS RANGER, HIGHWAY TO HEAVEN, and the more contemporary SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED, while continuing our passion for uncovering faith-based film auteurs. Our favorite discovery of the year was probably the father and son team Jeff and Caleb Johnson. Even more exciting, we acted in one of the films we reviewed. Our brief foray into stardom as cast members of CHI ANN BLAZE OF FURY by 3 ANGELS POWER will be an angel encounter we treasure forever. Some biblical wisdom for our sixth year: And another angel, a third, followed them, saying with a loud voice, "If anyone worships the beast and its image and receives a mark on his forehead or on his hand, he also will drink the wine of God's wrath, poured full strength into the cup of his anger, and he will be tormented with fire and sulfur in the presence of the holy angels and in the presence of the Lamb." You don't want that to happen, right? So stick tight to your angels and try not to be intoxicated by the evil urges of 666 years of Boys' Bible Study. View our full episode list and subscribe to any of our public feeds: http://boysbiblestudy.com Unlock 2+ bonus episodes per month: http://patreon.com/boysbiblestudy Subscribe to our Twitch for livestreams: http://twitch.tv/boysbiblestudy Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/boysbiblestudy Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/boysbiblestudy

God's New Thing is not going to fit in your old religious box! Jesus said that He had not come to abolish God's Law, but to fulfill it. Human traditions, on the other hand - oh, those have got to go. And some of those traditions seemed pretty sacred and solid, like the customs that had accreted around fasting and the Sabbath. They were opportunities for the King to illustrate how the new Kingdom works. Here's Jim at Mark chapter 2, verse 18. Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS01272026_0.mp3Scripture References: Mark 2

Nate Williams and Clete Hux talk about the Word-Faith/Prosperity Gospel doctrines of God, humanity, and the atonement.

Afshin Ziafat opens CROSS CON26 by pressing the gospel into the center—its news so precious that Jesus says it is worth losing your life for, and so powerful that Satan works tirelessly to keep us blind to it. From 1 Thessalonians 1, Ephesians 2, and Romans 3, Afshin shows that we are dead and destined for wrath apart from Christ—but that "But God," in mercy, made a way for God to be just and the justifier through Jesus' finished work. The call is simple and weighty: repent, believe, and turn from idols to serve the living God—no matter the cost. Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1; Ephesians 2; Romans 3 Topics: Gospel, justification, repentance, assurance, Christian joy

Our entering into temptation is required,— (1.) That by some advantage, or on some occasion, Satan be more earnest than ordinary in his solicitations to sin, by affrightments or allurements, by persecutions or seductions, by himself or others; or that some lust or corruption, by his instigation and advantages of outward objects, provoking, as in prosperity, or terrifying, as in trouble, do tumultuate more than ordinary within us.

Muchos más recursos para tu vida de fe (Santo Rosario, Oración, etc.) en nuestra web https://sercreyente.com________________Miércoles, 28 de enero de 2026 (3ª Semana del Tiempo Ordinario)Evangelio del día y reflexión... ¡Deja que la Palabra del Señor transforme tu vida! Texto íntegro del Evangelio y de la Reflexión en https://sercreyente.com/parabola-sembrador-salio-el-sembrador-a-sembrar/[Marcos 4, 1-20] En aquel tiempo, Jesús se puso a enseñar otra vez junto al mar. Acudió un gentío tan enorme, que tuvo que subirse a una barca y, ya en el mar, se sentó; y el gentío se quedó en tierra junto al mar. Les enseñaba muchas cosas con parábolas y les decía instruyéndolos: «Escuchad: salió el sembrador a sembrar; al sembrar, algo cayó al borde del camino, vinieron los pájaros y se lo comieron. Otra parte cayó en terreno pedregoso, donde apenas tenía tierra; como la tierra no era profunda, brotó enseguida; pero en cuanto salió el sol, se abrasó y, por falta de raíz, se secó. Otra parte cayó entre abrojos; los abrojos crecieron, la ahogaron y no dio grano. El resto cayó en tierra buena; nació, creció y dio grano; y la cosecha fue del treinta o del sesenta o del ciento por uno». Y añadió: «El que tenga oídos para oír, que oiga». Cuando se quedó a solas, los que lo rodeaban y los Doce le preguntaban el sentido de las parábolas. Él les dijo: «A vosotros se os ha dado el misterio del reino de Dios; en cambio a los de fuera todo se les presenta en parábolas, para que “por más que miren, no vean, por más que oigan, no entiendan, no sea que se conviertan y sean perdonados”». Y añadió: «¿No entendéis esta parábola? ¿Pues cómo vais a conocer todas las demás? El sembrador siembra la palabra. Hay unos que están al borde del camino donde se siembra la palabra; pero en cuanto la escuchan, viene Satanás y se lleva la palabra sembrada en ellos. Hay otros que reciben la semilla como terreno pedregoso; son los que al escuchar la palabra enseguida la acogen con alegría, pero no tienen raíces, son inconstantes, y cuando viene una dificultad o persecución por la palabra, enseguida sucumben. Hay otros que reciben la semilla entre abrojos; estos son los que escuchan la palabra, pero los afanes de la vida, la seducción de las riquezas y el deseo de todo lo demás los invaden, ahogan la palabra, y se queda estéril. Los otros son los que reciben la semilla en tierra buena; escuchan la palabra, la aceptan y dan una cosecha del treinta o del sesenta o del ciento por uno».________________Descárgate la app de SerCreyente en https://sercreyente.com/app/¿Conoces nuestra Oración Online? Más información en: https://sercreyente.com/oracion¿Quieres recibir cada día el Evangelio en tu whatsapp? Alta en: www.sercreyente.com/whatsappTambién puedes hacer tu donativo en https://sercreyente.com/ayudanos/Contacto: info@sercreyente.com

Minneapolis erupts after another ICE shooting. What do we know, what still remains unclear, and why is this causing a national divide? We break down the facts, the response from the Trump administration, and what comes next as tensions continue to rise. All this and more on the LOOPcast!Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast03:23 Minneapolis Erupts43:35 Good News52:23 Twilight Zone1:03:27 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast  https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2  Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

From the Come Follow Me Manual:Most of Genesis 5 is a list of the generations between Adam and Eve and Noah. We read a lot of names, but we don't learn much about them. Then we read this intriguing but unexplained line: “And Enoch walked with God: and he was not; for God took him” (⁠Genesis 5:24⁠). Surely there's a story behind that verse! But without further explanation, the list of generations resumes.Thankfully, Moses 6 reveals the details of Enoch's story—and it's quite a story. We learn of Enoch's humility, his insecurities, the potential God saw in him, and the great work he performed as God's prophet. We also get a clearer picture of the family of Adam and Eve as it progressed through the generations. We read of Satan's “great dominion” but also of parents who taught children “the ways of God” (⁠Moses 6:15, 21⁠). Especially precious is what we learn about the doctrine these parents taught: faith in Jesus Christ, repentance, baptism, and receiving the Holy Ghost (see Moses 6:50–52⁠). That doctrine, like the priesthood that accompanies it, “was in the beginning [and] shall be in the end of the world also” (⁠Moses 6:7⁠).Song from this episode: I am Divine by listener Amanda and her son Tate. This podcast is an Old Testament Bible study podcast for primary children of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It follows the come follow me manual. You're listening to Come Follow Me Kids!A Come Follow Me Podcast for Primary Kids of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.We are an interactive game play podcast for kids. Children will learn shout the scriptures while playing games that go with the Come Follow Me Lessons from the church.This year we are studying the Old Testament . If you are looking for a scripture study Podcast for Primary Kids, look no further! Our podcast is called Come Follow Me Kids. Come Follow Me for kids that are primary aged 2-12 in the Church or Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. We follow the come follow me manual from the church but are not officially affiliated in any way. Some audio segments come from the friend magazine and other church sources. On this podcast we play interactive games while learning about the gospel and atonement of Jesus Christ.If your children would like to be guests on this podcast or to receive a baptism shout out, please email us at their info at comefollowmekidspodcast@gmail.com 

3:07 - Did Eve have sexual relations with Satan? / 10:44 - My church leaders admitted to violating their own by-laws, should I remain at that church? / 17:51 - Hebrews 9:17, is the Holy Spirit going to be incarnated? / 36:57 - Matthews 37:15, is it possible Jesus vaguely knows the era of His return? / 44:55 - Genesis 37, why did Jacob trick his father-in-law? / 50:32 - What's happening with Ice, is it Biblically related?

In this episode of Don't Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study Moses 7 and step into Enoch's vision of a world filled with division, sorrow, and darkness, and the surprising hope God offers in the middle of it. This chapter contrasts Canaan and Zion and reminds us that Zion can exist in a hard world because the Lord comes and dwells with His people. We also learn something deeply personal about God. He weeps. He is not too big to care, and He is not far away from what we are carrying. If you've ever wondered how long the hard days will last or if God is still involved, this episode is for you. Chapters: 00:00 "Enoch's Vision for the Weary" 05:53 "The Lord Dwells Amid Chaos" 08:14 "Reflections on a Divided City" 11:05 "Choosing a Fruitful Life" 14:59 "Righteousness: Right Relationships Through Effort" 17:17 "Zion: Hope in a Divisive World" 21:20 "Language of Faith and Hope" 25:15 "Enoch's Vision and Satan's Hand" 28:52 "Breaking Chains of Limiting Beliefs" 31:47 "God's Infinite Care and Grandeur" 34:57 "God's Presence in Every Detail" 39:57 "Enoch's Compassion and Christ's Heart" 43:00 "Enoch's Prayer for Compassion" 46:48 "Look to Jesus for Answers" 49:53 "Flood of Renewal and Promise" 51:42 "Living with Hope in Zion" Sign up for the Don't Miss This newsletter at www.dontmissthisstudy.com #dontmissthis #comefollowme NEWSLETTER LINK: The Don't Miss This video, the prayer poster, and tip-ins for kids, teens, couples and individuals can all be found in this week's newsletter. Sign-up link in bio if you haven't had a chance yet!! www.dontmissthisstudy.com Instagram: @dontmissthisstudy Podcast: Don't Miss This Study Facebook: Don't Miss This Study Follow Grace Instagram @thisweeksgrace Follow David Instagram: @mrdavebutler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrdavebutler/ Subscribe to the Don't Miss This App https://www.dontmissthisstudy.com/app

Jerry and Tracy discuss the satanic killings of Italian metal band Beasts of Satan and talk to Exorcist Father Gary Thomas. The book and movie The Rite was written about Father Thomas's experiences in Italy