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In this concluding message of the “Room at the Table” series, we revisit Jesus' parables of the Great Banquet and look ahead to the wedding feast of the Lamb in Revelation 19. The invitation of God is personal, gracious, and already paid in full through Christ. There is a seat at the table, even for you.But the sermon also reminds us that we are not only invited guests—we are servants sent to invite others. Personal evangelism is not about marketing strategies, postcards, or church events alone. It begins with relationships, love, and the joy of sharing what Christ has done.This message challenges the church to embrace its calling: to welcome the marginalized, serve the hungry, care for the hurting, and make room for others in the family of God. The banquet is coming, the invitation is still going out, and there is still room at the table.Support the showWe are growing the Kingdom of God through the lives of everyday people by reaching UP to God, IN to Grow, and OUT to GiveJoin us on Sundays at 9:30 in person and online!FBC Nokomis Youtube: www.youtube.com/@FirstBaptistChurchofNokomisFBC Nokomis Facebook: www.facebook.com/firstbaptistnokomisFBC Nokomis Sermon Podcast: https://fbcnokomissermons.buzzsprout.com/share

Why do Christians worship, raise their hands, sing, clap, and praise God together?In this message, Pastor Ryan Visconti breaks down what the Bible teaches about praise and worship—why we worship, what worship actually is, how God desires to be worshiped, and how worship changes us. Worship isn't simply music or a warm-up before the sermon. It is our response to who God is and everything He has done for us through Jesus. Because Christ died for our sins, rose again, rescued us, and gave us eternal life, God is worthy of our praise whether we feel like worshiping or not.Pastor Ryan also explains the biblical practices of singing, raising our hands, clapping, shouting, surrendering, and worshiping sincerely without worrying about what others think. Worship not only honors God—it renews our minds, brings encouragement, points people toward Jesus, and helps us experience God's presence in a powerful way. The goal isn't to perform or follow a church culture, but to worship God the way Scripture teaches us and give Him the response He deserves.

Pastor Ryan brings the final installment of this series.

Pastor Ryan continues in the new sermon series through the Book of Romans as he preaches a message titled "Unashamed of the Gospel" during this Sunday morning service.

Pastor Ryan continues our study in the Gospel of John chapter 2 verses 1-12.Join us in person or online Sunday 9am-11am and Wednesday @ 7pm at: https://calvarystp.org/live/Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calvarystp/Subscribe to our channel for more content from Calvary Chapel St. Petersburg: https://www.youtube.com/user/calvarychapelstpeteFollow Calvary Chapel St. Pete: https://www.instagram.com/calvarystp/The gospel of Jesus is what produces faith, hope, and love, and is what allows us to be more like Him. Calvary Chapel St. Petersburg exists as a movement of the gospel of Jesus for all people. We are dedicated to advancing this gospel through gospel centered community, teaching, service, and multiplication.---------------------All messages https://calvarystp.org/messages/Visit our website https://calvarystp.org/Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/calvarystp/Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/calvarystp/CCLI Church Copyright License Number: 11303553CCLI Streaming License Number: CSPL012671

What does it mean to love your wife as Christ loves His church—especially when love is costly? In this continuation of “For Her Good,” Pastor Ryan explores Ephesians 5 and the husband's calling to cultivate oneness through sacrificial, Spirit-empowered love. Discover how following Jesus changes everyday words, habits, and responsibilities—and why our obedience cannot depend on someone else's performance.

Pastor Ryan continues our ImpACT series.

Today at Lighthouse Baptist Church in Taylors, SC, we had a very SPECIAL & WONDERFUL Installation Service for our new Pastor, Pastor Ryan Gray. Listen to the service in its entirety, and hear great men of God give challenging and encouraging exhortations to the Ryan Gray family and to our Church! Hear Bro. Earl Green, Bro. Danny Moore, Bro. Joel Logan, Bro. Myron McIntyre, and Pastor Ron Manuel, who is Pastor Gray's father-in-law, who was here from Arizona for this service!

Today at Lighthouse Baptist Church in Taylors, SC, we had a very SPECIAL & WONDERFUL Installation Service for our new Pastor, Pastor Ryan Gray. Listen to the service in its entirety, and hear great men of God give challenging and encouraging exhortations to the Ryan Gray family and to our Church! Hear Bro. Earl Green, Bro. Danny Moore, Bro. Joel Logan, Bro. Myron McIntyre, and Pastor Ron Manuel, who is Pastor Gray's father-in-law, who was here from Arizona for this service!

In this episode, Pastor Ryan and Sarah examine Checkbox #16 from the book These Final Days, discussing how recent events in Syria fulfill ancient end-times prophecies regarding the Mahdi and the Antichrist. Key Topics Covered in This Episode:Prophecy Checkbox #16: Examining the ancient prophecy detailing the destruction of Sham (Greater Syria) and the advance of three flags towards it prior to the Mahdi's emergence.The Devastation of Syria: Analyzing the 14-year Syrian Civil War following the 2011 Arab Spring as the historical backdrop predicted in these texts.The Three Flags Identified: A breakdown of the three major political and military entities that held territory in Syria—the Syrian Opposition/HTS, the Syrian Kurds, and ISIS.How Syria's current leader aligns with biblical and Islamic eschatological descriptions of the end-times figure.Addressing Viewer Objections & Preterism: Answering live audience comments, refuting preterist views using early church father Irenaeus, and explaining the biblical Greek context of submission versus religious worship.  LIVE STREAM SCHEDULE:Join Pastor Ryan & Sarah live every Friday at 3:30 PM Pacific LIVE on TikTokCONNECT WITH THESE FINAL DAYSWebsite: thesefinaldays.orgSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheseFinalDaysTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesefinaldaysFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesefinaldays X: https://x.com/TheseFinalDays

Pastor Ryan continue the ImpACT series and continues our journey of the first missionary.

Pastor Ryan shares a message on Saul and David as part of our Kingdom of Priests series. 1 Samuel 13

Pastor Ryan continues the sermon series through the Book of Numbers: The Journey to the Promised Land as he preaches a message titled "Is Your Spirit Right... or Rebellious?" out of chapter 16 during this Wednesday Evening Service.

In this message, we continue exploring Jesus' parable of the Great banquet—this time through Matthew 22—and the urgent call for believers to extend God's invitation without fear or excuses.The sermon challenges us to consider why inviting others to church can feel so difficult in today's culture. From fear of rejection to assumptions people carry about the church, we're reminded that the invitation may not always be received warmly, but the servant's role is still to go.Through the picture of a king preparing a wedding feast for his son, we see the heart of God: everyone is invited, the banquet is meant to be full, and the call goes out to “the good and the bad alike.” But the message also reminds us that responding to the invitation means being clothed in Christ's righteousness and transformed through discipleship.This episode is a challenge to live with urgency, courage, and compassion—seeing the people around us not as projects, but as those God deeply desires to bring to His table.Support the showWe are growing the Kingdom of God through the lives of everyday people by reaching UP to God, IN to Grow, and OUT to GiveJoin us on Sundays at 9:30 in person and online!FBC Nokomis Youtube: www.youtube.com/@FirstBaptistChurchofNokomisFBC Nokomis Facebook: www.facebook.com/firstbaptistnokomisFBC Nokomis Sermon Podcast: https://fbcnokomissermons.buzzsprout.com/share

In this message from Luke 14, we continue exploring Jesus' parable of the Great Banquet and the heart of the Host who wants His house to be full. Jesus challenges religious status, social comfort, and our tendency to make excuses—then turns our attention to the servant's role in carrying the invitation.The call is clear: the banquet is ready, there is still room, and God sends His people to invite others in—those already invited, those on the margins, and those far off. This episode is a reminder that faithfulness is not only showing up, but helping others know they are wanted, welcomed, and invited into the life-changing presence of God.Support the showWe are growing the Kingdom of God through the lives of everyday people by reaching UP to God, IN to Grow, and OUT to GiveJoin us on Sundays at 9:30 in person and online!FBC Nokomis Youtube: www.youtube.com/@FirstBaptistChurchofNokomisFBC Nokomis Facebook: www.facebook.com/firstbaptistnokomisFBC Nokomis Sermon Podcast: https://fbcnokomissermons.buzzsprout.com/share

Join us as Pastor Ryan goes over the book of Romans.

Pastor Ryan continues in the new sermon series through the Book of Romans as he preaches another introductory message titled "The Instrument to the Romans" during this Sunday morning service.

Pastor Ryan continues our annual StoneBridge Spirit Series with a message called “Practicing Hope,” based on Ephesians 1:9-10.

Pastor Ryan continues in the new sermon series through the Book of Romans as he preaches on a message titled "A Purposeful Letter From a Purposeful Life" during this Sunday morning service. Pastor Ryan gives 7 characteristics throughout this message on how to have a purposeful life.

Sparking the Flame, 3 of 7 from September 20, 2026 “Pushback to the Gospel is expected, it's also an opportunity." Acts 3:1-4:31 by Ryan Gagnon (@RyGagnon)SUMMARYThis sermon teaches that opposition to the gospel is expected, not a reason to give up. More importantly God can use opposition as an opportunity to show his power. Pastor Ryan shows that Christians are called to point broken people to Jesus and rely on prayer, the Holy Spirit, and Christ's strength for boldness.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

This sermon examines the account of Noah's flood in Genesis 7:6 through 8:19, emphasizing the historical reliability of Scripture against allegorical interpretations. Pastor Ryan argues that the New Testament consistently treats Genesis 1-11 as literal history, reinforcing the truth of a global flood that demonstrates God's severe judgment on sin. Through a detailed analysis of the chiasmic structure and timeline, the message highlights the intensity of God's wrath, evidenced by the waters prevailing for 150 days, and the subsequent recession of the waters as an act of covenant faithfulness. The narrative serves as a typological picture of Christ as the ark of salvation, urging listeners to repent and trust in God's promise to remember and preserve His people amidst judgment.

In this message Pastor Ryan explores how the fear of failure can hold people back from stepping out in faith and loving others well. Drawing from his own humorous and painful past mistakes—like a youth trip to a hockey game gone wrong—as well as the story of Peter stepping out of the boat onto the water in Matthew 14, he breaks down how past failures often cause people to put up self-protective walls. He encourages listeners to reframe how they view failure: by remembering that Jesus does not abandon us when we fail, viewing mistakes as opportunities to learn, and realizing that failure is merely part of a story rather than a defining identity as a beloved child of God.Don't forget to fill out your connection card found at crbic.org/watch

In Part 6 of The Negative Image series, Pastor Ryan and Sarah unpack Islamic prophecies regarding the Muslim Mahdi and examine how they intersect with biblical end-times prophecy. This episode focuses on Checkbox 14, which highlights the ancient Islamic prophecy recorded in texts like al-Mahdi, predicting that a "star with a luminous tail" (a comet) would rise in the eastern sky prior to the emergence of the Mahdi.The hosts discuss the fulfillment of this sign through Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (Su Chin Shan) in October 2024, including its observation at sunrise in the eastern sky over Egypt by renowned astrophotographer Osama Fathi, just months before Our Guy's emergence in Mecca on February 3, 2025. The episode also recaps Checkbox 13 (the 2024 Ramadan double eclipse), addresses the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and Al-Qaeda's Al-Aqsa fatwa, explores AI in relation to the Image of the Beast in Revelation 13, and refutes pre-tribulation rapture misconceptions.Books: These Final Days (Parts 1, 2, and 3) by Pastor Ryan (Available on Amazon, Kindle Unlimited, and Audible).Website & Checkbox Chart: thesefinaldays.orgCONNECT WITH THESE FINAL DAYSWebsite: thesefinaldays.orgSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheseFinalDaysTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesefinaldaysFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesefinaldays X: https://x.com/TheseFinalDays

Pastor Ryan continues the sermon series through the Book of Numbers: The Journey to the Promised Land as he preaches a message titled "Hope For a Hopeless Time." out of chapters 14 and 15 during this Wednesday Evening Service.

What do you do when God tells you to obey—but what He's asking doesn't make sense?In this message from Luke 5, Pastor Ryan Visconti teaches what it means to have faith to obey. Peter had every logical reason to stop after fishing all night and catching nothing, but when Jesus told him to cast his nets again, Peter responded, “If you say so.” His obedience became a demonstration of faith. Pastor Ryan explains that faith begins with what God says, grows as we trust Him, and becomes visible through action. We may not always understand what God is doing or know the outcome in advance, but we can trust His character, His Word, and His direction.This message also shows why obedience is faith in action. We are not saved by works, but genuine faith produces a desire to obey God. Like Abraham, Noah, Moses, Peter, and others throughout Scripture, faith often requires us to move before we have all the details. And while God's blessings are not always immediate, obedience positions us to experience what He has for us. Ultimately, the greatest step of faith is trusting Jesus as Lord and Savior and allowing Him to lead every area of our lives.

Join us as Pastor Ryan continues is series on the book of Galatians!

Pastor Ryan launches a new sermon series through the Book of Romans as he preaches an introductory message titled "The Impact of Romans" during this Sunday morning service.

Sparking the Flame, 2 of 7 from September 13, 2026 “Jesus' plan includes the Holy Spirit empowering people.” Acts 1:15-2:47 by Ryan Gagnon (@RyGagnon)SUMMARYThis sermon teaches that every follower of Jesus has a role to play in God's mission, and we need the Holy Spirit's power to do it well. Through Pentecost, Peter's sermon, and the 3,000 people saved, Pastor Ryan shows that God uses prayer, obedience, Scripture, and repentance to redeem people and build His church.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

In this episode of our series "The Negative Image," Sarah and Pastor Ryan dive deep into Checkbox #13 of our end-times signs: the miraculous double eclipse of Ramadan 2024. Could a lunar and solar eclipse, occurring exactly 1,400 years after the very first observed Ramadan in 624 AD, be the ultimate supernatural marker pointing to the rise of the biblical Antichrist?  Episode OverviewIn Islamic eschatology, the emergence of the Mahdi (the "guided one," whom we believe is the negative or reverse image of the biblical Antichrist) is said to be preceded by two specific astronomical signs: a lunar eclipse on the 15th day of Ramadan, and a solar eclipse at the very end of the month. Historically and physically, a solar eclipse during the crescent moon at the end of Ramadan is considered an astronomical impossibility. But in this episode, we unpack how the unique alignment of visual horizons and time zones on March 25 and April 8, 2024, perfectly fulfilled this ancient prophecy in our hemisphere—just 8 months before  “Our Guy” rose to power in Damascus on December 8, 2024. We also tackle heavy questions from our viewers, including why popular candidates like Donald Trump do not fit the biblical description of the Antichrist, why we hold to a post-tribulation rapture, and how staying filled with the Holy Spirit is our only true defense against the coming deception.CONNECT WITH THESE FINAL DAYSWebsite: thesefinaldays.orgSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheseFinalDaysTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesefinaldaysFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesefinaldays X: https://x.com/TheseFinalDays

Pastor Ryan continues the sermon series through the Book of Numbers: The Journey to the Promised Land as he preaches a message titled "Rebel? Think Again..." out of chapter 14 during this Wednesday Evening Service.

Pastor Ryan brings a short but very challenging word... Make Room for People in your life! That's how Jesus lived! Below are the discussion questions for you to use. ·      CONVERSATION QUESTIONSo   “You don't have to ask all of these. Just pick one and actually listen.”·      Easy starters:o   What's something you're really enjoying right now?o   What's something you're looking forward to?o   What's something you've always wanted to do?·      Go a little deeper:o   Who has had a major impact on your life?o   What's something you're walking through right now?o   What's something God has been teaching you lately?o   What's something you're praying about?·      And one wildcard:o   What's something about you that most people here probably don't know?

The church is just about "getting fed." It's about becoming people who invite others to the table. In this week's sermon, we explore Jesus' banquet parable and the upside-down grace of God's kingdom—where the humble are honored, the overlooked are welcomed, and the Host invites broken people like us to receive mercy, communion, and new life.Support the showWe are growing the Kingdom of God through the lives of everyday people by reaching UP to God, IN to Grow, and OUT to GiveJoin us on Sundays at 9:30 in person and online!FBC Nokomis Youtube: www.youtube.com/@FirstBaptistChurchofNokomisFBC Nokomis Facebook: www.facebook.com/firstbaptistnokomisFBC Nokomis Sermon Podcast: https://fbcnokomissermons.buzzsprout.com/share

Pastor Ryan starts our new sermon series and the last of the Practicing the Way teachings.

Join us as Pastor Ryan continues his series of sermons of the book of Galatians.

Pastor Ryan preaches the final sermon in the series on Discerning the Times.

Pastor Ryan preaches through the series Discerning the Times on Sunday Morning, September 6, 2026.

Why does faith grow in some people and not others? Two people can sit in the same church, sing the same songs, read the same verses — and a year later, one person's faith is stronger than ever and the other is barely hanging on. The answer, according to Jesus, has less to do with what's happening around you and everything to do with what's happening inside you. In this opening message of the "Unshakable" series, Pastor Ryan walks through the parable of the sower in Matthew 13 and reveals four conditions of the heart that determine why the same seed produces dramatically different results. This isn't about evaluating someone else's soil. It's about having the honesty to evaluate your own. You can't change what you won't acknowledge.

In this message from our Samuel series, Pastor Ryan shares how God raised up Samuel as a faithful priest with a holy calling in the midst of a culture that had turned away from Him. Through the contrasting examples of Hannah and Eli, we discover the vital role parents play in teaching their children to fear the Lord, live by His Word, and remember the calling He has placed on their lives. Raising a generation that serves God requires perseverance, loving correction, prayer, worship, and a consistent example of faith at home. No matter how far we may have fallen short, Jesus offers forgiveness and a new robe of righteousness—calling each of us to live holy, pursue His purpose, and answer His call.

Joshua Noel and TJ, Tiberius Juan, Blackwell interview Pastor Ryan Green about the intricate process of preparing and orchestrating a weekly Children's Church service, emphasizing the paramount importance of intentionality and creativity in engaging young minds. He articulates that the foundation of effective ministry lies in the preparation, which not only includes meticulous planning but also the cultivation of a heartfelt connection with the children. This episode further explores how the church community can foster a supportive environment that encourages children to form meaningful relationships with God and one another. Through anecdotes and insights, Pastor Green shares his experiences in children's ministry, highlighting the impact of thoughtful, spirit-led programming on the spiritual development of children. As we delve into this conversation, we grasp the significance of nurturing a vibrant, dynamic church experience for our youngest congregants. The dialogue further advances into the practicalities of children's ministry within ecclesiastical settings, wherein the speakers dissect the intricate processes involved in creating engaging and spiritually enriching environments for youth. Pastor Ryan Green, drawing upon his extensive experience, articulates the necessity for intentionality in programming, emphasizing that the foundation of effective children's ministry lies in the preparation and execution of thoughtfully designed activities that resonate with the youthful audience. The speakers illuminate the importance of cultivating an atmosphere that not only imparts theological knowledge but also fosters relational connections among children, thereby enhancing their experiential understanding of faith. This segment culminates in a discussion regarding the transformative power of shared experiences in faith formation, asserting that the memories forged through engaging ministry activities can have a lasting impact on children's spiritual journeys, thereby reinforcing the notion that effective ministry transcends mere instruction, evolving into a holistic developmental experience for the younger generation.Takeaways:Pastor Ryan Green emphasizes the necessity of preparation and direction when teaching children, ensuring they are guided correctly from the beginning.The podcast highlights the significance of making children's ministry engaging and fun, while simultaneously instilling spiritual values and teachings.Pastor Green discusses the importance of fostering genuine relationships with children, encouraging them to express their thoughts and feelings in a safe environment.The episode underscores the value of silence and solitude in children's ministry, allowing kids to reflect and listen, which can lead to meaningful spiritual insights.Ryan shares how the planning of children's services involves a balance between structured lessons and the flexibility to adapt based on the children's needs.The conversation reveals the deep impact that a well-structured children's ministry can have on a child's relationship with faith and community..You can leave a donation, buy podcast merchandise, check out previous series that we've done, or become an official member of The Whole Church Podcast on our website:https://the-whole-church-podcast-shop.fourthwall.com/.Check out all of the other shows in the Anazao Podcast Network and find merch to support some of your favorite podcasts on the network's website:https://anazao-podcasts-shop.fourthwall.com/.Listen to all of our Holy Logistics series here:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/0baf30ad-3ecd-47a9-bbb4-d67e61e1919e.Listen to more of TJ on Systematic Geekology:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f4c32709-d8ff-4cef-8dfd-5775275c3c5e.Hear more from Joshua on his other podcast, Be Living Water:https://be-living-water.captivate.fm/listen.Be sure to come out and meet Joshua at Theology Beer Camp 2026 in Kansas City:https://theologybeer.camp/

Pastor Ryan preaches on Numbers 13:1-16 on the spies that went into the promised land.

Two men pass by a dying stranger on the road, and only one stops. But this message asks a harder question than "why didn't they help"… it asks what's going on inside you that would make you walk past, too. Starting with an old parable and an even older command, Pastor Ryan digs into identity, pride, and shame to find out what love actually requires.Scripture referenced in this message:· Luke 10:25-37 ESV· Deuteronomy 6:4–9 ESVLearn more about salvation, info about Destiny Church, or how to give by visiting our website.Real | Relevant | Relationship

In this “gap Sunday” between sermon series, Pastor reflects on Mark 4 and Jesus' parable of the sower, reminding us that waiting is not wandering—there is work in preparing the soil of our hearts. As the church looks toward a new season of worship, growth, and witness, we're invited to move from “I have to” to “I get to,” embracing gratitude and the privilege of following Jesus together.Support the showWe are growing the Kingdom of God through the lives of everyday people by reaching UP to God, IN to Grow, and OUT to GiveJoin us on Sundays at 9:30 in person and online!FBC Nokomis Youtube: www.youtube.com/@FirstBaptistChurchofNokomisFBC Nokomis Facebook: www.facebook.com/firstbaptistnokomisFBC Nokomis Sermon Podcast: https://fbcnokomissermons.buzzsprout.com/share

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Pastor Ryan continues his message on Galatians. 

Pastor Ryan continues his teaching on Galatians.

Assistant Pastor Jarrod Bevan fills in for Pastor Ryan during this Sunday morning service and preaches a message titled "The Story of the Soils" based off of the Parable of the Sower in Luke 8.

Welcome back to Part 2 of our exploration into the startling parallels between the Biblical Antichrist and the figure known as the Mahdi in Islamic eschatology. In this livestream, Pastor Ryan and Sarah continue to unpack why these two end-time figures are the same person, focusing on their primary candidate: “Our Guy in Damascus” the current president of Syria. In this episode, we discuss:The "Checkbox" Evidence: We review how “Our Guy in Damascus” fulfills 46 specific markers required for the Antichrist, ranging from his birthplace in Saudi Arabia to his direct descent from the prophet Muhammad.Aquiline Nose & Pathological Calm: Discover the specific physical and personality traits predicted in the Hadiths—such as a broad forehead, "aquiline" nose, and an unusual "dignified" calmness—that he exhibits in every public appearance.The 268 billion to 1 Naming Miracle: We break down the statistical impossibility of his family lineage. His name (Akmad), his father's name (Hussein), his grandfather's name (Ali), and his great-grandfather's name (Muhammad) align precisely with century-old Muslim prophecies.The Mortal Head Wound: We analyze the prophecy of the "mortal wound" from Revelation 13, discussing both the symbolic interpretation involving Palestinian statehood and the literal 2019 bomb blast that "Our Guy" miraculously survived.The Third Temple & The Dome of the Rock: Why would a Muslim leader want to rebuild the Jewish Temple? We explore the concept of "Bait al-Maqdis" and the shocking possibility that the Mahdi will be the one to initiate the construction of the Third Temple.The "God of Fortresses": We connect Daniel 11:38 and how “Our Guy” is already honoring this deity with gold and silver through sacred gifts like the Kiswah (the cloth covering of the Kaaba).Resources Mentioned:The Book: These Final Days, Part 3 by Ryan Speakman (Available on Amazon, Kindle Unlimited, and Audible).The Website: Visit thesefinaldays.org for the full list of 46 checkboxes and a free PDF on the truth about the Rapture.Classes: Join Pastor Ryan every other Thursday at 6:00 PM Pacific for the new series, "Is Jesus Coming Back Soon?"CONNECT WITH THESE FINAL DAYSWebsite: thesefinaldays.orgSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheseFinalDaysTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesefinaldaysFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesefinaldays X: https://x.com/TheseFinalDays

These days, we take the polarization of faith in America for granted: Christians are mostly conservative, and liberals are hardly religious at all. But it wasn't always this way.

What if it's not about trying harder, but about learning to surrender? In this final message in The Mirror summer series, Pastor Ryan looks at how real transformation happens from the inside out— how striving gives way to deeper peace.

What happens when Christians spend more time chasing hidden knowledge than pursuing biblical wisdom?In this episode, I sit down with my son-in-law, Pastor Ryan Bates, to tackle one of the greatest challenges facing the Church today: discernment. From conspiracy theories and AI to confirmation bias and the lure of "secret knowledge," we discuss why so many believers are being pulled away from the clear truth of God's Word.How do we recognize deception without becoming cynical? How do we pursue truth without sacrificing humility or unity? And in a world overflowing with information, how do we stay anchored in what God has already revealed?If you've ever wrestled with these questions or know someone who has, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.Young Washington — Experience the untold story of George Washington's early years. Join the Angel Guild today and receive two free movie tickets at http://angel.com/heidi .Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohnYoutube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcastInstagram | @‌heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @‌heidistjohnFaith That Speaks Online CommunitySubmit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday