Podcast appearances and mentions of Jonathan Cahn

In these perilous times of economic and political instability, God calls us to believe, receive, and walk in faith. The sermon outlines three financial stages: Egypt (scarcity), Wilderness (just enough), and Promised Land (abundance). Transition from Egypt to Wilderness requires a renewed mind, trusting God over circumstances. Moving to the Promised Land demands a willing and obedient heart, tested in the Wilderness. Staying in abundance involves spiritual warfare against opposing forces. Practical steps include daily worship, praying for prosperity, and interceding for Israel's peace to unlock divine blessings.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.) What are the three stages of financial progress described in the sermon?02.) How does one move from the Egypt stage to the Wilderness stage?03.) What is required to transition from the Wilderness to the Promised Land?04.) How can one stay in the Promised Land?05.) What is the significance of worship in achieving financial breakthroughs?06.) Why is praying for prosperity important?07.) Why should one pray for the peace of Israel?08.) What role does the Wilderness stage play in financial growth?09.) How does a renewed mind change one's perspective?10.) What practical steps are recommended for financial breakthrough?

Emotional wounds, such as rejection and betrayal, can deeply impact lives, destroying relationships and self-worth. Rejection, often from close family or friends, fosters feelings of being unloved, unwanted, and unworthy, leading to isolation and mistrust. Betrayal, especially by those closest, inflicts profound pain, triggering anger and hindering emotional healing. Drawing from biblical examples like Joseph and Jesus, who faced rejection and betrayal yet found restoration, the message emphasizes God's power to heal these wounds. Through prayer and faith, individuals can find healing, turn shame into honor, and experience miracles born from their pain.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.) What are emotional wounds?02.) How do emotional wounds affect people?03.) How do emotional wounds affect people?04.) How does betrayal impact individuals?05.) How can emotional wounds be healed?06.) What biblical examples illustrate rejection?07.) What biblical example shows betrayal?08.) How does God address rejection and betrayal?09.) Why do emotional wounds trigger certain behaviors?10.) How can one overcome the pain of emotional wounds?

In the series The 21 Powerful Laws of Spiritual Growth, Pastor Michael Fernandes explores The Law of the Mirror, emphasizing that your self-image shapes your destiny. Drawing from Proverbs 23:7, he teaches that you cannot rise above how you see yourself. The Law of the Mirror urges believers to reject negative identities—worthless, defeated, or forsaken—and embrace God's view: fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). By valuing yourself as God's masterpiece, The 21 Powerful Laws of Spiritual Growth: The Law of the Mirror fosters a belief system that cultivates spiritual growth and divine purpose.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others. 01.) What is the Law of the Mirror in the context of spiritual growth?02.) How does your self-image affect your life's potential?03.) What does the Bible say about how we should view ourselves?04.) Why do people struggle with low self-worth?05.) How does God's view of us differ from our own?06.) What is the significance of valuing yourself in God's eyes?07.) How does a belief system influence spiritual growth?08.) How can we overcome the lies of a broken mirror?09.) Why is your inner dialogue critical for spiritual progress?10.) How can we practically apply the Law of the Mirror?

In the series "The 21 Powerful Laws of Spiritual Growth: The Law of Pain," the fifth law teaches that pain, though inevitable, is a powerful teacher when surrendered to God. The 21 Powerful Laws of Spiritual Growth: The Law of Pain emphasizes that pain brings depth, maturity, and purpose, as seen in Joseph's journey from betrayal to becoming Egypt's leader, saving many lives. The 21 Powerful Laws of Spiritual Growth: The Law of Pain highlights Jesus' pain on the cross, which brought redemption. Pain, when given to God, becomes a platform for growth, not a prison, preparing believers for elevation.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, and others. 01.)What is the Law of Pain in the context of spiritual growth?02.)Why is pain inevitable in life?03.)How can pain be a teacher for spiritual growth?04.)What are the three benefits of pain in spiritual growth?05.)How does surrendering pain to God lead to a fruitful outcome?06.)How did Jesus' pain contribute to humanity's redemption?07.)Why should believers not keep pain to themselves?08.)How does pain prepare believers for their purpose?09.)What role does pain play in God's plan for elevation?10.)Why is learning the Word of God essential alongside experiencing pain?

In the series "21 Powerful Laws of Spiritual Growth: The Law of Pain," Pastor Michael emphasizes how pain can either catapult or bury you. The Law of Pain teaches that unaddressed pain can drown out God's voice, hindering spiritual growth. Using Helen Keller's story, he illustrates how pain can inspire. The 21 Powerful Laws of Spiritual Growth: The Law of Pain outlines four steps to manage pain: acknowledge it, bring it to God, learn its lessons, and let God use it. Through the Law of Pain, God transforms brokenness into testimony, fostering spiritual growth.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.) What is the Law of Pain?02.) How can pain affect one's ability to hear God's voice?03.) Why do some people fail to hear God's guidance?04.) How can pain be transformed into spiritual growth?05.) What examples illustrate the Law of Pain?06.) Why does God use broken or wounded people?07.) How does mismanaged pain impact spiritual life?08.) What are the four steps to manage pain effectively?09.) Why shouldn't pain be hidden or ignored?10.) How can one practically apply lessons from pain?

The message focuses on breaking evil ancestral patterns that pass through generations through genes. Using biblical examples like Abraham's lying pattern passing to Isaac and Jacob, the speaker emphasizes how evil ancestral patterns can intensify across generations. To break evil ancestral patterns, one must go beyond mere repentance to transformation through prayer, fasting, and the Holy Spirit's power. The speaker stresses that evil ancestral patterns commonly manifest in areas of sexuality, finances, and sickness. Breaking evil ancestral patterns requires identifying personal weaknesses, writing them down, and consistently praying for deliverance through spiritual warfare.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others.1.) What is iniquity2.) How do ancestral patterns get passed down?3.) Why do Christians still struggle even after being born again?4.) Which areas are most commonly affected by ancestral patterns?5.) Why isn't repentance alone enough?6.) How can one identify their ancestral patterns?7.) What practical steps can be taken to break ancestral patterns?8.) Why do some problems persist across generations?9.) How long does it take to break ancestral patterns?10.) What role does the Holy Spirit play in breaking these patterns?

Fruitless labor signals the devil's interference, while fruitfulness reflects God's blessing (Job 9:29, Psalm 1). Hard work alone isn't enough; spiritual anointing empowers success. Bondage, like generational poverty, and demonic taskmasters hinder progress (Exodus 1:9-14). Iniquities and sins block prosperity (Jeremiah 5:25). Repentance and alignment with God's will break these barriers, unleashing divine favor. The sermon urges believers to pray for deliverance from evil marks and curses, ensuring their labor prospers, impacting generations (Judges 6:3-4). Trust in Father God, not worldly systems, transforms lives with lasting fruitfulness.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.) What is fruitless labor?02.) What does fruitfulness signify?03.) Why do some people labor in vain?04.) What are taskmasters in the spiritual context?05.) How do sins impact prosperity?06.) What is the difference between sin, transgression, and iniquity?07.) How can one break free from fruitless labor?08.) What role does spiritual anointing play?09.) Why do some communities face persistent limitations?10.) How can believers ensure lasting prosperity?

In this Healing School October 2024 session, Pastor Michael teaches from Matthew 9 about Jesus healing a paralytic. The key message of Healing School October 2024 emphasizes the connection between sin and sickness, where forgiveness of sins leads to physical healing. Through biblical examples and testimonies, the Healing School October 2024 demonstrates two spiritual laws: the law of sin and death, and the law of the spirit of life. The teaching concludes with Numbers 17's illustration of how God's presence brings life to dead things, encouraging worship as a pathway to healing.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others. 1. What is the significance of faith in receiving healing?2. Why did Jesus address the paralytic man's sins before healing his sickness?3. What is easier to say: "Your sins are forgiven" or "Rise and walk"?4. Is sin the root cause of sickness in every case?5. What laws govern healing in the spiritual realm?6. Can healing be received by non-Christians?7. What should be the response when we hear the Word of God?8. Does healing depend solely on the faith of the individual being healed?9. Can generational curses or sins affect current health conditions?10. How does Psalm 103:3 relate to healing?

In the sermon How to Position Yourself for Miracles, Pastor Michael Fernandes teaches how to attract God's miracles through a covenant relationship with Him. Drawing from Exodus 15:26 and John 11, he emphasizes that How to Position Yourself for Miracles involves valuing a personal relationship over rituals, maintaining God's presence daily, and letting His Word guide thoughts and actions. By deepening this connection, as seen with Daniel and Lazarus, believers can Position Themselves for Miracles. How to Position Yourself for Miracles ensures God's favor and supernatural breakthroughs, transforming lives through faith and obedience.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others.1.) What does it mean to position yourself for miracles?2.) Why does God perform miracles for His people?3.) How does a relationship with God differ from religious rituals?4.) What role does faith play in receiving miracles?5.) Why is maintaining God's presence throughout the day important?6.) How does the Word of God guide believers to miracles?7.) What is the significance of a covenant relationship with God?8.) How can believers become God's advertisement through miracles?9.) Why should believers avoid seeking quick fixes for miracles?10.) How does positioning in God impact others around you?

In moments of divine silence, "God is Working Behind the Scenes," as seen in Joseph's life in Genesis 39:21, where God's presence brought mercy and favor despite imprisonment. The sermon emphasizes that God's silence does not mean His absence; instead, "God is Working Behind the Scenes" to build a strong foundation for believers. By trusting in God's character and holding onto His word, as David and John the Baptist did, believers are prepared for future victories. "God is Working Behind the Scenes" to hasten seasons, ensuring all things work for good (Romans 8:28) for those who love Him.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others1.) What does it mean when God seems silent in my life? 2.) Why do believers face difficult seasons? 3.) How should I respond when prayers go unanswered? 4.) What is the purpose of hidden or wilderness seasons?5.) How can I trust God when I feel abandoned?6.) What does Romans 8:28 mean for believers?7.) How does God prepare His servants for great tasks?8.) What should I do in a season of silence?9.) Can God speed up my difficult season?10.) What is grace in the context of loving God?

The Law of Accountability emphasizes that growth—spiritual, personal, or professional—thrives through relationships that challenge, correct, and encourage. It's not about control but covenantal care, fostering honesty and alignment with goals and values. Ecclesiastes 4:9 highlights the strength of companionship, preventing isolation and promoting success. Accountability, God's design from Genesis to the New Testament, ensures protection and trust, as seen in Jesus' discipleship and Paul's correction of Peter. It spans spiritual, financial, and relational domains, urging believers to stay accountable to God, family, and community for meaningful growth.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.) What is the Law of Accountability? 02.) Why is accountability important for growth?03.) How does accountability work in practice?04.) What does the Bible say about accountability?05.) Is accountability about policing behavior?06.) How does accountability relate to God's design?07.) What are examples of accountability in the Bible?08.) What types of accountability promote growth?09.) Why is accountability essential in marriage?10.) Why is accountability essential in marriage?

Bible Prophecy Under the Microscope-Episode 47 Gary responds to a recent video by end-times speculator Jonathan Cahn about how we are "watching prophecy unfold before our eyes." This parlor trick is very old and has been used thousands of times by many other end-times alarmists. Listeners must be aware that none of this is new, and the current news cycle does not determine what the Bible means or how we do exegesis.

The message focuses on how to fight sickness and disease through thanksgiving. The pastor emphasizes that maintaining gratitude helps fight sickness and disease by shifting focus from problems to God's faithfulness. He outlines four key ways to fight sickness and disease through thanksgiving: developing daily gratitude, sharing testimonies instead of complaints, thanking God in advance, and making thanksgiving a sacrifice even during difficult times. Despite challenges, the pastor stresses that thanksgiving is a powerful weapon to fight sickness and disease, as it brings healing, multiplication, and victory in life's circumstances.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others.1.) What is the significance of "sacrifices of thanksgiving" in both Old and New Testament contexts?2.) How does one thank God during difficult seasons?3.) What is the difference between thanksgiving and thanksliving?4.) What is God's perfect plan regarding thanksgiving according to 1 Thessalonians 5:18?5.) How does Rick Warren suggest we approach different moments in life?6.) What happens when we thank God in advance?7.) How can one make thanksgiving part of daily life?8.) Why is sharing testimonies important?9.) What is the access protocol to God's presence?10.) How does thanksgiving relate to healing?

In this teaching Pastor Michael emphasizes three key principles for 2025: responsibility, accountability, and servitude. The message stresses that God's blessings come with responsibility to develop and steward our gifts excellently. When embracing the responsibility of God's blessing, believers must avoid forgetting God through distractions. The teaching highlights that embracing the responsibility of God's blessing means recognizing that gifts aren't just for personal enjoyment but for serving others. True stewardship of God's blessing requires maintaining a servant's heart while developing one's talents and abilities for His purpose.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, TD Jakes and others.1.) How should believers approach God's blessings in 2025?2.) What happens when God sees someone being responsible with what they have?3.) What is the first step to stewarding God's gifts?4.) Why do some people fail to prosper despite having gifts?5.) How can someone increase their value in their profession?6.) What is the main danger when people become blessed?7.) How do successful people treat time dedicated to God?8.) What are the three key principles for handling God's blessings?9.) Why is a servant mentality important in leadership?10.) How can believers maintain their relationship with God while being blessed?

The message "The Lifting Power of the Grace of God" emphasizes how God's grace has the power to lift people from their lowest circumstances. The grace of God elevates individuals who cannot lift themselves, transforming their lives through divine intervention. This lifting power of grace is not a license for complacency, but a transformative force that comes with truth, enabling believers to rise above their current situations and grow spiritually through prayer, studying God's word, and maintaining a humble attitude.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others.1) What is grace, and how does it work?2) How is grace different from the law?3) Can a person grow in the grace of God?4) What is true humility?5) Why do we need the grace of God?6) How does grace relate to truth?7) What happens when someone receives God's grace?8) How does grace affect prosperity?9) What role does thanksgiving play in experiencing grace?10) Can grace cover past mistakes?

Discover the power of prayer for your family, church, city, and nation in this inspiring 95-word guide. Based on First Timothy 2:1-2, it urges daily intercession for all people, emphasizing salvation and godly leadership. Learn from biblical examples like Joseph, Rahab, and Abraham, who prayed for their families and nations, aligning with God's heart. This prophetic call encourages believers to pray for revival, peace, and godliness, trusting God to work through imperfect vessels. Embrace your role as an intercessor to shape destinies, bring spiritual awakening, and see angels move in response to your prayers.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.) Why should we pray for all people?02.) Who should we pray for daily?03.) What is the significance of praying for family?04.) Why pray for the church?05.) How does praying for the nation impact it?06.) What role do leaders play in prayer?07.) How can imperfect people pray effectively?08.) What happens when we pray for our city?09.) How does prayer connect us with angels?10.) What is the outcome of consistent intercession?#PrayForAll #FamilyPrayer #ChurchRevival #NationInPrayer #GodlyLeadership #IntercessoryPrayer #SpiritualAwakening #PrayForIndia #AngelsAtWork #RighteousnessExalts

In this teaching about Understanding the Power of God, Jesus identified two reasons why people are deceived: not knowing scriptures and not knowing the power of God. The message emphasizes that Understanding the Power of God requires believers to stop criticizing divine manifestations. Understanding the Power of God also involves breaking spiritual blindness through prayer. To experience the power of God, Christians must approach it with faith, not relying on physical senses. The teaching concludes that engaging the law of faith is crucial for Understanding the Power of God and seeing supernatural results.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others.1. Why are people deceived or mistaken in their spiritual life?2. Why are many Christians not seeing God's power in their lives?3. Why do some people not believe despite hearing the gospel?4. How should one pray for unbelieving family members?5. How should believers approach the power of God?6. What happens when you criticize the power of God?7. Why are many churches losing their influence?8. How should one respond when prayers aren't immediately answered?9. What is the proper way to engage the law of faith?10. Why do some Christians not see manifestations of God's power?

The message reveals 5 Spiritual Principles for Winning Battles. First, engage the realm of the spirit beyond human strategy. Second, leverage prophetic ministry as a form of protection against enemies. Third, understand that obedience is crucial in divine protection. The speaker emphasizes that spiritual battles are won not through human wisdom, but by accessing divine counsel, listening to prophetic words, and being willing and obedient. These spiritual principles transcend natural strategies, enabling believers to overcome challenges and enter unprecedented territories of breakthrough.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others. 1. What is the difference between human strategy and the spiritual realm?2. How can one access the realm of the spirit?3. What is the role of prophetic ministry?4. Why is obedience important in spiritual battles?5. How can dreams and visions be used spiritually?6. Why do spiritual battles occur?7. What prevents financial and personal breakthrough?8. How should one respond to a prophetic word?9. What is the significance of prayer in spiritual warfare?10. How can believers overcome limitations set by their ancestors?

Protecting the Gates of Our Lives - I" explores the biblical concept of gatekeepers in natural and spiritual realms. The message emphasizes how Christians are called to be gatekeepers, protecting various gates in their lives. From ancient biblical gatekeepers to modern examples like security personnel, the sermon explains how protecting the gates of our lives involves guarding our eyes, ears, mouth, and associations. The teaching highlights that protecting the gates of our lives is a generational blessing, passed down through families. As gatekeepers protecting the gates of our lives, believers maintain spiritual security and preserve God's presence.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others. 01.) What are gatekeepers and why are they important biblically?02.) Where do we find examples of gatekeepers in the natural realm?03.) What are the different types of gatekeepers in the spiritual realm?04.) How does the blessing of gatekeeping pass through generations?05.) What is the significance of being a doorkeeper in God's house?06.) What are the important gates in our physical bodies that need protection?07.) Why are the eyes considered gates of the soul?08.) How do our ears function as gates?09.) How does the mouth serve as a gate?10.) What is the gate of associations and why is it important?

God's desire to restore is centered on bringing joy back into believers' lives. The sermon emphasizes God as a Restorer who not only returns things to their original state but makes them better. The devil's strategy is to steal joy, leaving believers vulnerable. God's restoration involves three key aspects: fueling endurance, attracting divine presence, and strengthening relationships. The message calls believers to maintain joy through constant connection with God, rejecting the enemy's deceptions. God's desire to restore is ultimately about giving believers a double portion—double honor, double blessing, and double anointing in every area of life.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others. 1) What is God's primary strategy for restoration?2) How does the devil try to interfere with believers' lives?3) What are the three primary functions of joy?4) Why is joy important in a believer's life?5) How can believers maintain joy?6) What is the danger of comparing oneself to others?7) How does God view restoration?8) What is the biblical promise of restoration?9) How can believers prevent the enemy from manipulating their emotions?10) What role does prayer play in maintaining joy?

In this message about How to Know God's Will for Your Life, Pastor Michael emphasizes that God's will and His kingdom are interconnected. Understanding God's will enables believers to pray effectively and overcome temptations. To know God's will for your life, one must recognize three types of temptations: lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and spiritual pride. The message emphasizes that knowing God's will for your life requires staying connected to Jesus through His Word. By abiding in God's will for your life, believers can experience transformation and answered prayers according to His purposes. All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others. 1.) How do you know if the kingdom of God is established in your life?2.) Why do we need to know the will of God?3.) Why do people fail when facing temptation?4.) What are the three types of temptations?5.) What is the highest level of deception?6.) How can you overcome temptation?7.) Why do we need spiritual covering?8.) How do you stay connected with Jesus?9.) What happens when God's Word abides in you?10.) How does knowing God's will affect prayer?

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What if a 2,700-year-old prophecy could explain the chaos in America today—and offer your family a roadmap to understand our times? If you’ve ever wondered whether Scripture speaks to the headlines—or how to make biblical prophecy compelling and relatable for the next generation—this episode is for you. Catherine welcomes back internationally acclaimed best-selling author and prophetic voice Jonathan Cahn for a powerful conversation that bridges ancient truth with modern turmoil. Known by many as one of the most influential Christian leaders of our time, Jonathan returns to discuss the reimagining of his groundbreaking book The Harbinger—a New York Times bestseller for over 100 weeks—now released as a stunning, fully illustrated graphic novel designed to captivate a new generation. Together, Catherine and Jonathan explore why biblical prophecy isn’t just a theological niche—it’s a vital tool for apologetics and a faith-building resource for parents and teens alike. With clarity and conviction, Jonathan unveils the uncanny and often chilling ways that the prophetic patterns of ancient Israel are unfolding in America today. In this episode, you’ll discover: The shocking biblical parallels between Israel’s fall and America’s spiritual decline How prophecy can transform your family’s faith and spark meaningful dialogue with your teens Why modern-day prophetic fulfillment serves as a powerful and often overlooked defense of the Christian faith Jonathan shares how specific warnings from Scripture—originally spoken to ancient Israel—are now echoing in America through real-world events, political acts, and public declarations. These harbingers manifest in physical objects and moments of national significance—often through leaders who are unaware they are echoing the voice of God. From the fallen sycamore tree at Ground Zero to prophetic utterances on Capitol Hill, this conversation builds a compelling case for the supernatural accuracy of God’s Word. Don’t miss these unforgettable moments: Jonathan’s miraculous journey from never having written a book to penning The Harbinger, and the prophetic confirmations that guided him The jaw-dropping fact that Isaiah 9:10—the very verse warning of judgment—was the daily reading in the One Year Bible on September 11th… sixteen years before 9/11 A powerful discussion about America’s current “window of opportunity” for revival—and how humility, repentance, and prayer are key to changing the course of our nation Jonathan delivers a sobering reminder: “If we change the laws but don’t change the people, the unchanged people will change the laws back… The only thing that can save America is repentance and revival.” And Catherine challenges parents to respond with faith, not fear: “The signs of the times are not a cause to be afraid, but a call to return.” As you listen, ask yourself:What might God be saying to your family through the shaking of our times?How can you use prophecy—not only to defend your faith—but to plant seeds of unshakable hope in your children’s hearts? About the guest: Jonathan Cahn has been named along with Billy Graham as one of the top spiritual leaders to have radically impacted our world in modern times. He has spoken at the United Nations, on Capitol Hill, to members of Congress, and to millions around the world. Every one of his books, starting with The Harbinger onward, has become a New York Times bestseller. He is recognized as a prophetic voice for our times. His teachings and prophetic words on YouTube have received over 100 million views. He leads Beth Israel at the Jerusalem Center in Wayne, New Jersey, and Hope of the World ministry, a world outreach of God’s Word and compassion to the world’s most needy. Episode Resources: The Harbinger: A Graphic Novel (June 3, 2025) The Dragon's Prophecy: Israel, the Dark Resurrection, and the End of Days The Return of the Gods Beth Israel Worship Center Hope of the World Ministries Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Have the ancient pagan deities returned to be worshipped? Find out with guest Jonathan Cahn and hosts Tim Moore and Nathan Jones on the television program, Christ in Prophecy!

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Understanding the signs of our times is not just an intellectual pursuit—it’s a spiritual necessity for every believer, especially parents raising the next generation in faith. As the world grows more turbulent, it’s vital to recognize the profound biblical significance of current events and what they mean for the future. And no one is unveiling these mysteries more powerfully than Jonathan Cahn. A New York Times #1 bestselling author and globally recognized expert in end time prophecy, Jonathan has been called one of the most influential spiritual voices of our time—his impact likened to that of Billy Graham in shaping the faith and understanding of millions. His ability to connect ancient biblical prophecy to modern world events has ignited conversations far beyond the church, challenging believers to wake up to the reality of God’s unfolding plan. In this riveting episode, Catherine sits down with Jonathan for an explosive deep dive into his latest groundbreaking book, The Dragon's Prophecy: Israel, the Dark Resurrection, and the End of Days. This urgent work has captivated readers worldwide, skyrocketing to #1 on the New York times, Amazon, and Publishers Weekly—and for good reason. It unveils the spiritual war raging in our time, with Israel at its center, and exposes the prophetic patterns shaping our world today. Why This Matters More Than Ever Jonathan reveals why the tiny nation of Israel is at the heart of global conflict, prophetic fulfillment, and spiritual warfare. Through the lens of Revelation 12, he explains a cosmic struggle involving a dragon, a woman, and a child—a prophetic narrative that defines all of human history and is manifesting before our very eyes. Key Insights You’ll Discover: Israel’s miraculous existence—why this nation’s survival defies logic and stands as a living testament to God’s divine hand. Prophecy unfolding in real-time—how ancient enemies foretold in scripture are reemerging and influencing today’s Middle Eastern and global conflicts. The shocking biblical meaning of “Hamas”—how this word appears in scripture, describing ancient violence, and its eerie connection to modern-day events. Revelation’s cosmic battle—understanding the prophecy of the dragon, the woman, and the child and how it plays out in today’s geopolitical and spiritual climate. What this means for Christians today—how prophecy equips us to strengthen our faith and prepare our families for the days ahead. A Wake-Up Call for Believers Jonathan’s message is a call to awareness, action, and faith. This is not just about Israel—it’s about every believer, every family, and the future of the Church. Understanding prophecy isn’t about fear—it’s about hope, preparation, and confidence in God’s divine plan.

This comparison from Jonathan Cahn with the ancient beginnings of Hanukkah are a clear description of the soon coming of the Bestial reign of the world ruler.

Jonathan Cahn and Pastor Gary Hamrick delve into Satan's (The Dragon's) relentless schemes to destroy Israel, from its origins to the End Times.

Rabbi Jonathan Cahn opens up Bible prophecy to reveal the mysteries behind what is happening before our eyes, as covered in his new book The Dragon's Prophecy (Israel, the Dark Resurrection, and the End of Days).  Guest information:  www.hopeoftheworld.org  Our website:  www.oasisnetwork.org

This episode was released on January 10, 2025.Rabbi Jonathan Cahn shares a prophetic message he delivered to then-President Donald Trump at a faith summit in 2016. Cahn reveals how he was led by the Spirit to speak a word over the president, declaring that Trump had been appointed by God as a "trumpet" to call America back to its spiritual foundations.Cahn explains the biblical parallels he drew between Trump and the warrior king Jehu, who was anointed by God to "make his nation great again" by overturning ungodly leadership and turning the people back to the Lord. With a sense of divine urgency, Cahn exhorts Trump to fully surrender to God's purposes, warning that this could be America's "last chance" for revival and redemption.This prophetic encounter provides a glimpse into Cahn's role as a modern-day prophet, boldly speaking truth to power and calling leaders to align with God's eternal plans.

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Are we living in the days that the Bible prophesied? Are we nearing the days spoken of in the book of revelation? In this essential message, Ps. Jonathan answers some key questions — wow do we get ready, how do we prepare, and how do we overcome?

In this in-depth interview, bestselling author Jonathan Cahn shares remarkable prophetic insights on President Trump, the end times, and the spiritual battles taking place in America. Cahn discusses his personal journey to faith, the significance of his family history, and the revelations behind his popular books like "The Harbinger" and "The Return of the Gods." Don't miss this powerful conversation that will challenge and inspire you.

Are we living in the days that the Bible prophesied? Are we nearing the days spoken of in the book of revelation? In this essential message, Ps. Jonathan answers some key questions — wow do we get ready, how do we prepare, and how do we overcome?

The new bestselling book “The Dragon's Prophecy” opens up an entire other realm of the unseen forces determining the events of our times. Cahn uncovers mysteries never before revealed including the return of the Sea Peoples, the Dark Resurrection, the Black Sabbath, the Prince of Persia, the Countdown of Days and much more, and how it all converges into “End of Days” and end-time prophecy and much more.Jonathan's Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@jonathancahn.officialTo sow into this stream Monthly/ONE time/ https://bit.ly/2NRIBcM PAYPAL https://shorturl.at/eJY57www.Isaiahsaldivar.comwww.Instagram.com/Isaiahsaldivarwww.Facebook.com/Isaiahsaldivarwww.youtube.com/IsaiahsaldivarOrder My New Book, "How To Cast Out Demons," Here! https://a.co/d/87NYEfcTo sow www.Isaiahsaldivar.com/partner

Welcome to the Friday edition of the Shawn Bolz Show: News You Need to Know! Join Shawn and his panel as they dive into the top stories shaping culture and faith today. This episode explores J.K. Rowling's latest book, featuring a character persecuted over transphobia, and its cultural and spiritual implications. Shawn also discusses Jonathan Cahn's powerful insights shared with Mike Signorelli about the signs of the end times. With producer Glen Wang and editor Curtis Hill—both bringing their ministry experience to the table—this conversation will equip you with discernment and a Biblical perspective on current events. Don't miss this engaging and thought-provoking episode! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FTFE2QIPeQM Come join me on my Social Media:  Facebook: Shawnbolz Twitter: ShawnBolz Instagram: ShawnBolz TikTok: ShawnBolz YouTube: ShawnBolzofficial Find me on TV: TBN: https://www.tbn.org/people/shawn-bolz Watch my series on the names of God: Discovering God series: https://bit.ly/3erdrJ9 Watch my series on hearing God's voice: Translating God series: https://bit.ly/3xbcSd5 Watch my weekly series/Vodcast on CBN News Network: Exploring the Marketplace https://bit.ly/3B81e41 Join me for my podcasts on Charisma Podcast Network: News Commentary: Prophetic Perspectives:  https://bit.ly/3L9b5ej Exploring the Marketplace: https://bit.ly/3QyHoo5 Exploring the Prophetic:  https://bit.ly/3QyHoo5 Take a class or attend an event at our Spiritual Growth Academy: Our 4 week classes and monthly events are designed to do the heavy lifting in your spiritual growth journey. Learn how to hear from God, stay spiritually healthy, and impact the world around you: https://bit.ly/3B2luDR Take a read:  Translating God - Hearing God's voice for yourself and the world around you https://bit.ly/3RU2X3F Encounter - A spiritual encounter that will shape your faith https://bit.ly/3tNAW4Y Through the Eyes of Love - http://bit.ly/2pitHTb Wired to Hear - Hearing God's voice for your place of career and influence https://bit.ly/3kLsMn9 Growing Up With God - Chapter book and kids curriculum https://bit.ly/3eDRF5a Keys to Heaven's Economy - Understanding the resources for your destiny: https://bit.ly/3TZAc7u Read my articles: At CBN News : https://bit.ly/3BtwSdp At Charisma News : https://bit.ly/3RxPJtz Email My Assistant: events@bolzministries.com Our resources: resources@bolzministries.com Our office: info@bolzministries.com

Start your New Year with a fresh spiritual mindset! In this episode, Catherine introduces five essential disciplines that form the cornerstone of exponential spiritual growth. Forget the hype around new trends—true transformation begins with mastering the basics. These tried-and-true foundational disciplines of the Christian faith—though they may seem simple and familiar—are the very ones that can propel us forward in our spiritual journey. They are: Prayer: The lifeblood of your spiritual journey. Commit to real, focused daily prayer—it’s the oxygen your soul needs. Bible Study: Dive into Scripture daily to nourish your spirit. Whether through book studies, topical exploration, or memorization, God's Word is your guide. Giving: Break free from materialism and make eternal investments by giving a portion of your income to God’s work. Service: Get involved in your local church. Serving others is both a calling and a training ground for your greater purpose. Sacrifice: Experience God’s presence by prioritizing Him above all. Fasting is a particularly powerful practice to clear spiritual roadblocks. Bonus Discipline: Fasting—a discipline that unclogs your spiritual arteries and enhances your connection with God. Catherine also shares a sneak peek into upcoming episodes, featuring exciting guest interviews with experts like: Dr. Tamara Rosier on navigating ADHD in families Dr. Sandra Richter on women in Scripture Dr. Alex McFarland on the state of evangelicalism Jonathan Cahn on end-time prophecy Takeaway:These foundational disciplines are simple yet powerful tools for profound spiritual growth. Prioritize them in your life today, and get ready for monumental breakthroughs in your faith journey! Episode Links: Catherine’s Free Resources Episode 84 “How To Learn More Scripture in 2024 Than You Ever Have Before” Fasting by Jentezen Franklin Scripture’s Referenced: Luke 14:28 Luke 16:10 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Deception is simply taking a piece of the truth, and twisting it. That's what makes it so convincing. It sounds right... sort of. Almost. I believe I first read in one of C.S. Lewis's books, probably in several of them, that evil defines itself by the absence of God, just as darkness defines itself as the absence of light. Satan cannot create anything; all he can do is pervert something that God made, and intended for good.   The introduction of Jonathan Cahn's most recent book, "The Dragon Prophecy," puts this extremely well, so I'm going to just quote him. He writes, "If God is good, then how could there be evil? And if God is evil, then how could God be good? But if God did not create evil, then how could evil exist? Or how could God be God?... If evil was created, it would not be a problem, nor would it be evil. Evil is a problem for the very reason that it was not created. It should not exist, because it was not created, and yet it does. The existence of evil defies the created order. It is not of the creation and thus exists in opposition to the created order. Evil exists in defiance of existence... evil is not simply a force, like that of an earthquake, a hurricane, or a fire. All these bring calamity and destruction. But none would constitute true evil. Serial killers are. Why? The hurricane is an impersonal force. It acts without consciousness, will, choice, volition, or intent. But the serial killer commits his acts with conscious intent, will, an volition--and so is evil. And so evil is not an impersonal force--but a personal one, requiring consciousness, volition, will, and intent. Thus in our search for an answer to evil, we are led to personhood... Evil is an inversion--an inversion of truth, of reality, of existence. Evil is, by nature, inverted and, by nature, inverts. It twists, bends, and turns existence in upon itself. It exists as anti-existence. Its being is anti-being, and its nature, anti-nature. It is a negation and therefore seeks to negate, a nullification that exists to nullify. It has no true, ultimate, or absolute existence and therefore acts to bring that which exists into non-existence... Possessing no absolute or true existence of its own, evil is, as well, by nature, parasitic... Evil must use the good. And so though good can exist without evil, evil cannot exist without good. Truth can exist without falsehood, but falsehood cannot exist without truth. Laws can exist without crimes, marriage without adultery, and life without murder. But crimes cannot exist without laws, adultery without marriage, nor murder exist without life. Destruction requires structure, immorality requires morality, and sin requires the holy. The good is primary. Evil is the parasitic inversion of the good. And so the existence of evil inadvertently testifies not against the existence of the good--but for it. It bears witness, unwillingly, to the existence of the good--the existence of God" (9-10). So if evil itself is an inversion of something created to be good, then nearly everything God created for our pleasure and enjoyment can also become evil... but because it contains the seeds of something that was originally good, Satan can also use that kernel of goodness, or truth, to convince us that the twisted version is actually good and true, too... and if we don't know the truth well enough to tell the difference, we'll fall for it.  The Syncretism Trend According to Dr George Barna's research with the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University, the dominant worldview of Americans (92%) now is syncretism (https://www.arizonachristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/CRC-Release-AWVI-2-April-23-2024.pdf): that is, an amalgamation of disparate and contradictory beliefs, pulled from multiple religious or philosophical ideologies, according to an individual's personal inclinations and emotions. Syncretism is therefore not a single worldview, but a mishmash of beliefs--hence the common phrase, "your truth" and "my truth." The implication is that these can be mutually exclusive, without any logical contradiction. This strategy of Satan's is nothing new. He is a liar and the father of lies by nature (John 8:44). He sticks with this approach because it works.  Syncretism in the Old Testament Syncretism has  been around since the days of the Old Testament, and was the main reason why the Israelites couldn't seem to stay on the "blessing" side of God's covenant (Deuteronomy 28). Literally the first of the Ten Commandments was "You shall have no other gods before Me" (Ex 20:3)--and al, the Hebrew word translated "before", also means "by" or "beside." So God wasn't saying they simply had to worship Him the most, but it was okay if they occasionally sacrificed to Baal or Molech or Asherah--so long as He was the most important. No; they were to have no other gods besides Him. Period. The entire Old Testament history is a cycle of the Israelites' disobedience of this one commandment. The first example after the Ten Commandments were given is the golden calf that Aaron made with the spoils from Egypt while Moses was up on the mountain receiving God's law (Ex 32). These Israelites had spent their entire lives in Egypt, where a pantheon of gods were worshipped (many of whom God specifically humiliated by the plagues chosen to eventually force Pharaoh to let them go). When they made the golden calf, the Israelites declared that this was God--the One who had delivered them from Egypt (Ex 32:4). So they weren't exactly abandoning Yahweh for some other god; rather, they were mixing Him with the gods they had grown up with. Then, the Israelites tended to mix worship of Yahweh with worship of the gods of neighboring nations, even before they ever got to the Promised Land. Israel's enemies feared God, and one of them (King Balak of Moab) sent for Balaam, a local seer, to curse Israel (Numbers 22-24). God wouldn't allow Balaam to curse Israel, but Balaam wanted Balak's money... so instead, he told Balak how to get the Israelites to curse themselves, by placing themselves on the "cursing" side of God's covenant (Deuteronomy 28). Numbers 25 shows the result: the Moabite harlots used sex to entice the men of Israel into idolatry. The issue in this case wasn't so much the sex, as it was that sex was used in worship of false gods.  The cycle repeats throughout the Old Testament: Israel falls into idolatry, they fall under the 'cursing' side of God's covenant as a result (bringing themselves out from under His protection, and subject to Satan's machinations), they get oppressed by their enemies, they cry out to God, and God delivers them. They renew their vows to and worship of the One True God in varying degrees, but then they forget again, fall into idolatry, and the cycle repeats. God had laid out very clearly that they would be blessed if they followed His laws, and cursed if they didn't (Deut 28), and the very first commandment was no gods before Him. It was the first for a reason: God knows that we were made to worship something, and we treasure what we worship. "Where your treasure is, there will your heart be also" (Matt 6:21), and our hearts guide the course of our lives (Prov 4:23).  Eventually Israel split into two kingdoms (Northern and Southern, or Israel and Judah) over this very issue. Most of the subsequent kings of both nations perpetuated idolatry, though a few tried to purge the nation of idolatry to varying degrees, and enjoyed the 'blessing' side of the covenant for a time as a result (Deut 28). But God sent prophet after prophet to the Northern and Southern nations (writers of most of the major and minor prophetic books of the Old Testament), warning them of impending destruction if they did not repent of their idolatry. They ignored the warning, and eventually both nations were taken into captivity because of their idolatry: Israel to Assyria and Judah to Babylon. (Though of course, God was not done with Israel, and His promises to them still stand--Ezekiel 37 prophesied their restoration to their own land as a resurrection of dry bones, which miraculously took place on May 14, 1948. And the nation of Israel takes center stage throughout most of the book of Revelation, from chapter 5 on.)  Syncretism in the New Testament  Syncretism was around during the time of the early church, too, particularly in Paul's ministry. God sent him as the apostle to the Gentiles, who practiced varying forms of pagan beliefs already. They attempted to mix Jesus with these beliefs, until Paul's preaching convicted them to follow Jesus only, burning their books of magic arts and getting rid of their idols of Greek and Roman gods (Acts 19:11-20--which turned into a big riot in the city, v 21-41). Paul described the end times as being a time of "unrighteous deception among those who perish" (2 Thess 2:10), so we can expect that as we approach that day, this will only increase. Jesus told us that in the last days, "if possible, even the elect" would be deceived (Matt 24:24). The Greek work for deception in these verses is planao, and it means "to lead away from the truth, to lead into error." This inherently means that there is such a thing as truth. If you believe something contradictory to that truth, that is deception. We're living in an age that largely borrows from postmodernism as part of the syncretic worldview. According to the Encyclopedia Britannica, "Postmodernists deny that there are aspects of reality that are objective; that there are statements about reality that are objectively true or false; that it is possible to have knowledge of such statements (objective knowledge); that it is possible for human beings to know some things with certainty; and that there are objective, or absolute, moral values." Holders of this worldview are therefore confused about even observable or mathematical truths, let alone those that are not observable (such as whether or not there is a God, and if there is, how many, and which one, how do we get to Him, etc). So before we even approach the topic of how to avoid being deceived, we have to establish that there is such a thing as objective truth. If there isn't, then there is no such thing as deception, either, since deception derives its definition from truth (just as darkness derives its definition from light, by the absence of it). What Is Truth (i.e. Is There Such A Thing As Objective Reality?) The best argument I've heard on the topic of whether or not there is an objective reality comes from Dr Jason Lisle's "The Ultimate Proof of Creation" (which is a book, but here is his lecture on the argument https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQ_UxcV-xcM). While there is an abundance of apologetic evidence for the scientific and historical accuracy of scripture (here's the first in an apologetics series I did on the subject, https://www.drlaurendeville.com/anthropic-fine-tuning/), Lisle points out that none of these arguments can be definitive, because someone who holds a different worldview can simply invoke a "rescuing device" to explain away any evidence that seems to contradict his own position. We all do this, and it's not necessarily a bad thing--for example, if someone points out an apparent contradiction in scripture, my first reaction isn't, "Oh, I guess the Bible is wrong!" Rather, I assume there's additional information I don't happen to know about yet, which resolves the apparent contradiction, and then I go look for it. Even if I can't find it at the time, I am still certain it exists, and someone will find it eventually. That's a rescuing device, to preserve an otherwise deeply held worldview without logical contradiction. The real key to establishing which worldview is correct lies in that last statement: "without logical contradiction." There are laws that govern the way the world and the universe works--laws that we all have to believe in and abide by in order to know anything at all. C.S. Lewis expounded on this concept in "Mere Christianity" (https://www.authorcagray.com/posts/mere-christianity/) with respect to morality, in particular--the idea that we all know that there are universal laws of decency and conduct, and we further know that we don't live up to them. But, that being the case, who made those laws? Where did they come from? He argues that their very existence necessitates a lawgiver. Lisle takes this argument further--the existence of non-moral rules that govern how the material world works, such as the laws of logic, and principles of math and science, are the presuppositions upon which all knowledge is based. Everyone has to abide by these, no matter what their worldview is, or it would be impossible to know anything at all. But who made those rules? Where did they come from? Why does math work? Why do we all assume the laws of logic in order to have a coherent conversation? This, too, necessitates a creator. Many who abide by laws of math, science, and logic (and morality, for that matter) don't happen to have a theistic worldview, but that in and of itself is a logical inconsistency; they can't account for those rules in their worldviews at all. They have to borrow from the theistic worldview in order to make any of their other arguments.  This is the very place where postmodernism diverges, though. If there is no objective reality, then knowledge of any kind doesn't exist. Most of those who hold this worldview at least believe in morality of some kind. Lewis's argument might be most relevant here--you'll never get someone persuaded by postmodernism and religious syncretism to argue that murder, or genocide, or racism are fine, for example. They know these are wrong because they "feel" them to be wrong--and they're not just wrong for them, they're wrong for everyone. Now we have at least one absolute... which necessitates a lawgiver not only for morality, but also for at least one logical law: that of non-contradiction. This already establishes the existence of an objective reality. If there is an objective reality, then necessarily, some statements about it must be true while others must be false. The world is round and not flat, for example. If a world exists at all, both things cannot be true about it at the same time and in the same way, simultaneously--that would be a logical contradiction. Which Objective Reality Is It? (Can Anybody Know?) If some objective reality does in fact exist, how do we know which one it is? How do we know that our senses are reliable, first of all, and that we're not living in a simulation a la "The Matrix," for instance--one in which the laws of morality, logic, math, and science are simply foundational to the code? This argument goes back to Descartes, who concluded that at the very least, he must exist after some fashion, because his consciousness told him he must. C.S. Lewis in "Mere Christianity" used a similar line of reasoning, arguing that if there were a deeper reality, one that created this reality, we couldn't possibly find out anything about it through our five senses. Of course we couldn't; those senses are of the physical world, and can thus only give us information about the physical world. Our consciousness, however, has no identifiable physical reality. (To this day, science cannot explain what consciousness actually is - https://www.drlaurendeville.com/electromagnetism-vital-force/.) So Lewis argues that, if there were anything knowable about the world beyond our own, the only place where we might possibly expect to find clues about it would be in our own consciousness. And there, in fact, we do find such clues: specifically, we all have a sense of right and wrong. While we might quibble about the details therein--someone might say that under such and such a condition, killing someone is not murder, for example--no one will seriously argue that murder is morally fine. One might have different rules surrounding the morals of sex, but nobody is going to say you can just have any person you like anytime you like. This establishes several things, according to his argument: the existence of a moral law outside of our reality, of how we ought to behave (even though we know we don't, or at least not always, and certainly not perfectly), which necessitates the implied existence of a law-giver. The very fact that we do not keep the law (even though we know we should) is the whole point of the law of the Old Testament, too (Romans 7)--but even those who didn't know the Old Testament were aware of the moral law to this extent, so that no one is without excuse (Romans 1:18-2:16). Once we know that there is a moral law, and that we're incapable of keeping it on our own, that narrows down the possible religions considerably. We must choose one that hinges on the concept of grace, not works. There is literally only one of those. (More on that in this podcast: https://www.drlaurendeville.com/relational-apologetics/). That's why we call Christianity the gospel, which means good news: the good news is that, while you can't make yourself righteous no matter how hard you try, you don't have to make yourself righteous because Jesus did it for you. All you have to do is accept what He did on your behalf. Once you've gotten to this place, now all the scientific apologetics (start here: https://www.drlaurendeville.com/anthropic-fine-tuning/) can fall into their proper place: as corroborating evidence for the Bible. But the Bible has to be philosophically established as authoritative first. Once we've established that the Bible is truth (John 17:17, Psa 25:5, Psa 91:4, Psa 96:13, 100:5, 117:2, 119:142, 151, 160; 138:2, Prov 3:3, Col 1:5), we've got to learn what it says--well enough that Satan can't take it out of context and feed it back to us, or add a tiny bit to it to change the meaning. That's exactly how he works, though. He even tried that with Jesus (Luke 4:1-13). Fortunately Jesus was the Word made flesh (John 1:14), so He didn't fall for it... but the less we actually know the scripture, the more vulnerable we'll be to this strategy. Knowing the Truth Well Jesus warned us that as the last days approach, Satan will double down on this strategy: that false prophets will rise up and deceive many (Matt 24:11), claiming to be Jesus returned (Mark 13:6), some with signs and wonders. At the same time, Revelation suggests that in the last days, the church will become apathetic, so prosperous materially that we will be unaware of our spiritual emptiness (Rev 3:14-22). (This sounds a lot like the seeds choked by thorns in Jesus' parable of the sower: the seed is choked by "the cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches, and he becomes unfruitful", Matt 13:22). Peter tells us that "scoffers will come in the last days, walking according to their own lusts, and saying, 'Where is the promise of His coming? For since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of creation.'" (2 Peter 3:3-4). Paul tells us that the last days will be accompanied by a great "falling away" (2 Thess 2:3). Deception comes in many forms, but one thing they all have in common is that they act almost like a vaccine against the truth. There's just enough truth to them, mixed with a lot of untruth, that it's hard to tease apart the good from the bad. In that way, they can deceive "even the elect, if possible" (Matt 24:24, Mark 13:22). We protect against this, in a nutshell, by knowing the truth really, really well. This is the way bankers are trained to recognize counterfeit money: they don't study every possible counterfeit (there will always be a new one). Rather, they learn what the real thing looks like so well that they'll know when something seems off, even if they can't articulate what it is. In the same way, we're to renew our minds with the Word (Romans 12:2); that's how we will recognize truth from lies. Otherwise, it's all too easy for Satan to take a sliver of truth, mix it with a lie, and so deceive us. An Old Testament example of this is found in 2 Kings 18. The back story: in Numbers 21:6-9, the people had sinned, had come out from under the protection of God's covenant, and were dying from bites from poisonous snakes. God commanded Moses to make a bronze serpent on a pole, and told the people that if they would only look at the serpent, they would be healed. We know with hindsight that this was a type and shadow of Jesus, who was made sin for us, and became our substitutionary sacrifice ("by His stripes, we are healed," Isaiah 53:5). But the Jews didn't realize that; all they knew was that God ordained healing through looking at the pole, so the pole became a symbol of deliverance. But over the centuries, they made looking at the pole into a formula: the shadow without the substance of Jesus behind it. It became an idol, which they called Nehushtan. Back to 2 Kings 18, centuries later: verse 4 tells us that King Hezekiah had torn down the high places and broke Nehushtan in pieces. Later in the chapter, Judah is threatened with destruction by a messenger from the King of Assyria, Rabshakeh. This would have been especially terrifying, since Israel (by this point they has become two nations, Israel and Judah) had already been carried into captivity by Assyria, in punishment for the fact that the people kept falling into idolatry and had forsaken God. So when Rabshakeh threatened the people with destruction, he said, "You broke down God's symbols of worship! Why would He come through for you?" (2 Kings 18:22). The people of Judah had to know God and His word well enough to know that what Hezekiah did was actually right in God's eyes (2 Kings 18:5-7). God had originally ordained the serpent on the pole, yes, but the people had made it into an idol, which broke the first of the Ten Commandments. Hezekiah's actions had placed the Jews on the right side of God's covenant (Deut 28), so they, unlike their sister nation of Israel, could trust that God would come through for them. But if the people had not understood all the back story, they might easily have believed Rabshakeh's taunts. They could have lost faith that God would come through for them, convinced that they would go the way of Israel before them, and turned against Hezekiah, thinking he'd brought them out from under God's protection. This is how the enemy works. The serpent is subtle and cunning (Gen 3:1, 2 Cor 11:3-4). Satan tried to deceive Jesus not even by misquoting scripture, just by quoting it out of context (Matt 4:6). This happens to us today all the time. One common example is the teaching that God causes or (directly) allows sickness in order to discipline us, or to teach us something, or for the "greater good". This sounds so spiritual, and a host of out of context scriptures even seem to back it up--yet Deut 28 makes it clear that sickness is always considered a curse. Jesus became a curse for us and redeemed us from the curse (Gal 3:13-14), and even before that, He healed all who came to Him (Matt 15:30, Matt 4:23-24, Matt 8:16, Matt 9:35, Matt 10:1, Matt 12:15, Matt 15:30, Luke 4:40, Luke 10:9). Jesus He was a perfect representation of the Father (John 5:19, 5:30, 8:28, 12:49). So this cannot be right. He may take what the enemy meant for evil and turn it for good (Gen 50:20), but that doesn't mean He caused the evil in the first place. Not even close. (For more on this, see https://www.drlaurendeville.com/why-bad-things-happen-from-a-biblical-perspective/). Truth is the foundation of the spiritual armor (Eph 6:14)--it must go on first, before anything else. The Bible can testify to us that not only is the Word truth, but God is the God of truth (Isa 65:16), that Jesus is the truth (John 14:6). Only knowing the truth will make us free (John 8:32). If we focus on knowing the truth, we will recognize deception. It's important to also rely upon the Holy Spirit, the Spirit of truth (John 14:17, 15:26, 16:13, 1 John 5:6), to guide us, rather than on our own understanding (Prov 3:5-6), or the wisdom of the world (1 Cor 1:20-2:7), or any other spirit besides the Holy Spirit. The world is confused about what truth is (John 18:37-38) because they don't hear His voice--but we do. This shouldn't be a problem for us.  Cross-Reference What You Hear Along those lines, just because we hear a doctrine preached from the pulpit doesn't mean it's so. It's our responsibility to be like the Bereans in Acts 17--when Paul and Silas preached the word to them there, Luke writes of them, "These were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so. Therefore many of them believed" (Acts 17:11). They didn't just take Paul and Silas's word for it; they went straight to the source text to confirm it. Paul later wrote to the Galatians, "even if we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel to you than what we have preached to you, let him be accursed. As we have said before, so now I say again, if anyone preaches any other gospel to you than what you have received, let him be accursed" (Gal 1:8-9). He repeats himself, because this is so important. Forget him--even if an angel preaches it, let him be accursed! We are not to blindly follow any person simply because of his or her authority. (We're to respect authority of all kinds, Romans 13:1-7--that's a different issue. But when what someone in authority says comes in conflict with God's word, we obviously go with God's word, Acts 4:19). There are plenty of warnings about false teachers in scripture (though one important note here--there's a difference between a false teacher, and a good person doing his or her best who is simply flawed. None of us is going to get everything right. This is the reason why James says that not many should become teachers, as they will "receive a stricter judgment. For we all stumble in many things," James 3:1-2.)  A false teacher, though, is one who will distort the truth (Acts 20:29-30, 2 Peter 3:16), by mixing it with myths/fables (Titus 1:14) or "merely human commands" (Matthew 16:1-12) or the traditions of men (such as forbidding to marry, abstaining from certain foods, 1 Tim 4:3), according to the principles of the world (Col 2:4-8). They will pretend to be godly or moral, though (2 Cor 11:13-15, 2 Tim 6:5)--so we must use discernment. There are a few criteria we're given to distinguish a false teacher from just a flawed human being, in process like the rest of us: Anyone who denies that Jesus is the Christ is a false teacher (1 John 2:22-23, 4:2-3) Some may lie intentionally for their own gain (Deut 18:20, Ezekiel 13:9, Jer 14:14, Jer 23:16, Titus 1:10-11) or in hypocrisy (1 Tim 4:2-5), using "godliness" as a means of their own selfish gain. Others may be so blind that they truly believe they are doing God a favor in persecuting His true followers (John 16:2). Romans 16:18: Paul said in this verse that these individuals use good words and fair speeches and deceive the hearts of the simple. This means that they flatter people (2 Timothy 4:3) and appeal to the same selfish desires that they themselves have, to draw people after themselves (Acts 20:30). We can't judge another person's motives (Matthew 7:1-3), but we can, and should, judge the fruit of their lives and ministries (Matthew 7:15-20, 1 John 3:7-9). There are many who claim to be believers but aren't (Matthew 7:21-23) and they'll be among us until the end of the age, when God will finally separate them out (Matthew 13:24-30). Truth, "Signs," and Our Emotions We are the gatekeepers of our hearts (Prov 4:23), and have to guard its boundaries, careful of what we allow in. I always thought the parable of wheat and tares (Matthew 13:24-30) only referred to evil people sown amongst the good people of the church. But what if it also means good and bad ideas from good and bad spirits within a given individual-- in other words, we can bear good fruit and bad fruit from different 'trees' even within our own hearts? This might be why Jesus could tell Peter "get behind me Satan" (Matt 16:23) and James and John, "you don't know what spirit you are of" (Luke 9:55), but the men themselves were still His. This also probably goes along with the Parable of the Sower (Matt 13:3-15)... the 'tares' we allow into our own hearts are part of what can choke the word and render it unfruitful. Truth of course must correspond to an accurate description of reality (Gen 42:16)--which should negate any postmodernist philosophy, or syncretism, blending contradictory descriptions of reality. Once we know the truth, we are to continue in what we were taught (Col 2:6-7, 1 John 2:24), not mix a little Christianity with a little of some other contrary message. Paul rails against this practice in many of his letters. In 2 Cor 11:3-4, Paul is angry that the Corinthians' minds may be corrupted so that they receive the one preaching a different Jesus or gospel from the one he preached. In Galatians 1:6-9, as mentioned earlier, the Galatians are falling prey to a perverted gospel, and Paul curses those who preach such a gospel. In Eph 4:14, he writes that only "children" in Christ are tossed about by every wind and wave of doctrine, taken in by trickery and craftiness and deceit. We're supposed to guard against not just what we hear from other humans, but to test what the spirits say too--hence Paul's angel comment (Gal 1:8-9). John also tells us, "do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God" (1 John 4:1). In a lot of denominational churches that don't believe in the supernatural gifts of the spirit (1 Cor 12), this may not come up much. But in those that do, or for individuals who might ascribe to varieties of syncretism (believing in "signs from the universe" if they seem especially coincidental, perhaps), this will become important. Just because a prophet seems to be speaking from a supernatural source doesn't mean what they're saying is from God. It might be, but we have to test it. Just because an idea out of left field pops into our minds doesn't mean it was the Holy Spirit who put it there. Just because a black crow perches on a tree doesn't mean it's an omen foreshadowing our future. Just because we see the same state license plate on every car doesn't mean God is telling us to move there, etc. Solomon writes, “A simple man believes anything, but a prudent man gives thought to his steps” (Prov 14:15). Elsewhere "simple" is used as a synonym for "fool" (Prov 7:7, 8:5, 9:13). We have to remember that the physical world is a battleground. Until the earth lease is up, Satan is still technically the god of this world (2 Cor 4:4). So God can send us signs in the physical realm, yes--but so can Satan. God can whisper thoughts to our minds--but so can Satan (in fact, this is his primary tactic, 2 Cor 10:3-6). Peter writes that the scriptures are a "more sure word of prophecy" even than hearing an audible voice from heaven (2 Peter 1:19-21), probably for this exact reason: anything using the physical realm has the potential to be counterfeited. That doesn't mean God can't use physical means to communicate with us, but it's clear that the primary means He uses for His own are the scriptures, and the Holy Spirit (John 14:17, 26), who also often speaks to us by bringing the scriptures we know to our remembrance. He also will speak through the prophets (1 Cor 12:1-11), dreams and visions (Acts 2:17-18), but we have to check all of this against the Word. Scripture will divide between soul and spirit (what originates with us vs Him, Hebrews 4:12), as well as what might originate with a malevolent spirit sent to lead us astray. David tells us it's the scriptures that make the simple wise: "The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple" (Psalm 19:7). What if an idea comes to us as an idea, a dream, a vision, a prophecy, or a "synchronicity" moment that seems supernatural, and it's something that isn't addressed in scripture at all, though? How do we know if it's from God, from us, or from the enemy then? The first thing to check there is whether or not the message is consistent with God's character. Jesus said we can ask anything in His name and He will give it to us (John 14:14). What's in God's name (https://www.drlaurendeville.com/names-of-lord-psalm-9-9-10-meditation/)? He is Jehovah Nissi (the Lord my Banner), Jehovah-Raah (the Lord my Shepherd), Jehovah Rapha (the Lord that Heals), Jehovah Shammah (the Lord is There), Jehovah Tsidkenu (the Lord our Righteousness), Jehovah Mekoddishkem (the Lord who Sanctifies You), Jehovah Jireh (the Lord who Provides), Jehovah Shalom (the Lord is Peace), Jehovah Sabaoth (the Lord of Hosts).  The next thing to check is the fruit that message produces (Gal 5:19-23, Romans 8:6-8). God won't lead us into anything producing negative fruit--if the fruit is bad, it's from the flesh or the enemy, and not the Spirit. If it passes those tests, though, then as we continue to pray about the message (dream, vision, prophecy, idea, etc) then it's also biblical for us to ask for additional confirmations of the message--Paul says in 2 Cor 13:1 that every word should be established by two or three witnesses. If the message is from God, He'll make sure you know it. His Spirit guides us into all truth (John 16:13). And as you continue to seek Him and pray about it, peace (a fruit of the Spirit) should grow, confirming that the message comes from God (Col 3:15). Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (11/21/24), Hank answers the following questions:Can a Christian be demon-possessed? If I go to someone's house for prayer, is it possible for a demon to get attached to my clothing? Larry - Long Beach, CA (0:49)Can a believer make themselves open to a demon? Larry - Long Beach, CA (3:31)Is there an unforgivable sin? Courtney - Townsend, MA (5:00)My husband recently passed away. I regret not spending more time with him at the end. How can I overcome this feeling? Carol - Imperial, MO (15:15)What are your thoughts on Jonathan Cahn and his book The Harbinger? Carolyn - Greensboro, NC (17:59)Can you explain your view of the beast in Daniel and Revelation? Lynne - Spokane, WA (20:33)

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Steve discusses a clip of investor and businessman Mark Cuban on CNBC defending Kamala Harris, yet admitting her economic plans would tank the stock market. Steve says there's only one explanation for Cuban's cognitive dissonance. Then, author Jonathan Cahn joins the show to talk about his new book, "The Dragon's Prophecy." In Hour Two, Theology Thursday begins chapter 4 of the book of Romans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dinesh talks about how the Democrats' attitude toward Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is brazenly hypocritical and opportunistic.  Dinesh is also joined by author Jonathan Cahn, whose book "The Dragon Prophecy" draws startling connections between biblical references and contemporary events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.