Podcasts about Perilous Times

When Tracy K. Smith was named U.S. Poet Laureate in 2017, the country was in a fragile place. In her new book, Smith writes that, by then, “we'd come to find ourselves in a climate of language — I'd call it a national vocabulary — grounded in fear, derision, and the notion of an intractably divided nation.”But Smith believes that poetry rises above the grim jargon. In “Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times,” she describes poetry as a vehicle equipped to transport us beyond facts and figures to places where we may not even know we want or need to go. Smith joins Kerri Miller on this week's Big Books and Bold Ideas to explore how poetry is uniquely positioned to transform our understanding of each other. Along the way, they trade favorite poems, talk about why it's crucial that poetry be read out loud and discuss ways to make poetry more approachable — especially for those who only learned to diagram it in school. Guest: Tracy K. Smith is the Boylston Professor of Rhetoric and Oratory at Harvard University. She served as the 22nd Poet Laureate of the United States and is the author of five poetry collections, including the Pulitzer Prize–winning “Life on Mars.” Her newest book is “Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times.” Subscribe to the Thread newsletter for the latest book and author news and must-read recommendations.Subscribe to Big Books and Bold Ideas with Kerri Miller on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, RSS or anywhere you get your podcasts.

What To Do In Perilous Times - Sunday Morning 02-08-26

Send us a textGUEST: Guest: Jan Markell, founder and president, Olive Tree MinistriesIn some of his final words, the apostle Paul wrote to the younger pastor Timothy saying, “But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come” (2 Timothy 3:1).Paul then described what men will be like in these perilous times: “For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, traitors, headstrong, haughty, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having a form of godliness but denying its power. And from such people turn away!” (2 Timothy 3:2-5).The “last days” in Scripture is the period of time between the first coming and second coming of Christ. But reading the book of Revelation, the ungodliness intensifies in the last of the last days.While there is certainly room to descend further, what we are seeing today, for example in Minneapolis with protestors taking to the streets day after day to scream obscenities at officers and block them from arresting criminals and illegal immigrants, and then entering and disrupting Cities Church in St. Paul this past Sunday, claiming to be like Christ cleansing the temple, as they yelled and shamed churchgoers for “doing nothing to help their immigrant neighbors” could aptly be described as “perilous times.” All this lawlessness has the support or sympathy of state leaders.But it's not just in my home state of Minnesota. There is massive deception and delusion across the country and world rebelling against God and His ways and ranting against Israel, even within the church.Our guest this weekend, Jan Markell, has watched it all over her lifetime. The daughter of an orthodox Jewish father, Jan was changed forever when she heard and believed the gospel as a young girl. She would go on to found Olive Tree Ministries, a ministry that for decades has exhorted the church, through her radio program heard across the country and world called Understanding the Times, conferences, and written and video resources, to be faithful and discerning and to look for to the return of Christ and God fulfilling His promises to Israel.

Send us a textA quiet milestone turns into a bold charge: if the heart is the wellspring of our words and choices, then the real battle is not cosmetic but core. We walk through Ecclesiastes 8 and 2 Peter 3 to confront a hard truth—when judgment doesn't come quickly, we often mistake God's patience for approval—and then we flip that lie on its head with the better truth of grace. God's forbearance is not indifference. It is a window for repentance, a daily sermon through breath, beauty, and borrowed time.We talk candidly about why “I'm dealing with it” can be a subtle form of unbelief, a way to manage appearances rather than receive a new heart. Christ purchased more than survival; he purchased joy, victory, peace, and freedom from the inner war we can never win alone. The church's response to rejection and misrepresentation is not retreat but resilience: deeper unity, fervent prayer, simple obedience, and the steady fruit of the Spirit. If Jesus knew what was in man and still set his face toward the cross, then we can face dark days with bright hope.Along the way, we answer the scoffer's question about promises and time. The same word that formed the world will finish history. It may feel like any other day, until it isn't. That urgency drives a personal invitation: return to the God who is longsuffering toward you, lay down the struggle you've glorified, and step into the abundant life Christ secured. If this message moves you, share it with someone who needs hope today, subscribe for more, and leave a review to help others find the show. What part stirred your heart most? We'd love to hear. Support the showNEW BOOK! I'm pleased to say that we have completed a new book that has been years in the making. The Ten Shirot: Songs of Redemption looks at ten songs that were sung through pivotal times in Scripture. It's an examination of the redemption of Jesus, of worship, and of Scripture in a way that we believe you probably haven't seen before. Check it out at https://a.co/d/0a4KIooL .The Redeeming Love Bible Broadcast is a ministry of Grace Baptist Tabernacle. We're located at 121 Arborside Lane in King, NC and we can be reached at welcome@gracebaptisttabernacle.org. Please continue to share these episodes, and please consider coming to visit our church. We are excited and expectant for you to come!

We as Christians have many regrets in our lives and perilous times often come. But we can put our trust in God who is our hope and security.

Perilous Times Are Here - Session 1 - Pastor Michael Clark12/31/2025

For many, poetry is a balm. But for others, poetry feels inaccessible and hard to understand. In her latest book, “Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times” former U.S. Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith aims to make poetry less intimidating. We listen back to our conversation with Smith about how to read poems, how to “listen at the widest possible angle” and how to use poetry to connect to one another across our differences. Guests: Tracy K. Smith, former U.S. Poet Laureate; professor of English and of African and African American Studies, Harvard University - Smith's latest book is "Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A secure, senseless state is the certain prediction of approaching ruin. Know this, brethren, please know this, I beg of you, for your and my own soul, that you will be aware of, and affected by, the perils of the season into which we are cast. What they are, if God helps me, and gives me a little strength, I will show you shortly.

Tonight, we look back to last week's message on Israel and ask the question: How did we get here? Why are things so messed up, and how can we overcome this day and age?

Pastor John preaches on the ungodliness of the last days from II Timothy 3. 

Missions Conference 2025Sunday Afternoon Service

For many, poetry is a balm. But for others, poetry feels inaccessible and hard to understand. In her latest book, “Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times” former U.S. Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith aims to make poetry less intimidating. We talk to Smith about how to read poems, how to “listen at the widest possible angle” and how to use poetry to connect to one another across our differences. Guests: Tracy K. Smith, former U.S. Poet Laureate; professor of English and of African and African American Studies, Harvard University - Smith's latest book is "Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tracy K. Smith joins for the Breaking Form Interview to discuss her new book of prose about poetry, Fear Less.Please Support Breaking Form!Review the show on Apple Podcasts here.Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series.James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books.Show Notes:See Tracy K. Smith read from Life on Mars at the Kelly Writers' House .Here's a reminiscence of Lucie Brock-Broido by her student, Stephanie Burt. Read more Brock-Broido-isms on writing & wonderment here.Read Diane Seuss's "My Education," first published in Massachusetts Review and which appeared later in her 2024 book Modern Poetry.Joy Harjo's poem "She Had Some Horses" was published in the book of the same name by Thunder's Mouth Press in 1983 and reissued in 1997. The link is to the original poem Tracy reads on the show.Read reviews of Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times here, here, and here.Visit Tracy's website here. Two more poets who appear in Fear Less are Victoria Adukwei Bulley (Read her "The Ultra-Black Fish" & follow her on Instagram) and Francisco Marquez (read his "Provincetown") 

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When Tracy K. Smith served as Poet Laureate of the United States, she used her platform to bring people together. In 2018, she traveled the country for a series called American Conversations: Celebrating Poems in Rural Communities. At these events, she encouraged people to share their thoughts, regardless of their background. While Tracy’s two terms as poet laureate ended in 2019, she is still using poetry to build connections. Her new book is Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times. GUEST: Tracy K. Smith: Boylston Professor of Rhetoric and Oratory at Harvard. She served as the 22nd Poet Laureate of the United States from 2017 to 2019. Her 2011 collection Life on Mars won the Pulitzer Prize. Her latest book is Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times. You can find both of the poems Tracy reads on this episode, "Everybody's Autobiography" and "Charity," online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Date: Sunday, November 2nd 2025 Speaker: Pastor Greg Hill Scripture: II Timothy 3

Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Forty. In the Bible's own words, we are living in the “last of the last days”—a period Scripture says will be marked by fierce, grievous, perilous times (2 Tim. 3:1–5). The “last days” began at Pentecost (Acts 2), and as that timeline nears its finish, the Spirit urges us to pay close attention, gain skill, and […] The post How to Overcome the Perilous Times Preceding the Rapture appeared first on emeryhorvath.com. Related posts: How Does the Rapture of the Church Play Out On The Great Stage How to Avoid the Wrath of God and Be Caught Up With Jesus Why The Rapture and Jesus Second Coming Are Not the Same Event

Come be encouraged as Mrs. Bri continues our October series, “Bold in Perilous Times.” This week's focus is Being Bold for Our Freedom—learning to stand firm and unashamed in our Biblical convictions.

Sunday AM - 10.26.2025 - Pastor Jerry Rowley "Prevailing in perilous times" by GBFPC

Join Mrs. Rebekah as she continues our October topic "Bold in Perilous Times" and encourages us to be bold in our local church.

Learn from 2 Timothy on how we need to conduct ourselves during these last days and the dangerous times in which we are currently living.

Join Mrs. Lydia as she continues our October topic "Bold in Perilous Times" and encourages us to boldly stand in the gap for our families.

Perilous Times

Join Mrs. Tiffany as she kicks off our October topic, “Bold in Perilous Times,” and encourages us ladies to be Bold in Christ—Not Bowing Down to the Lies of Satan! 

2 Timothy 3:1-9

Sunday | Take Up Your Mantle- A Prophetic Voice in Perilous Times

We're nearing the End of Days…The New Testament foretold that in the Last Days perilous times will come— moral, political, ethnic and spiritual chaos throughout the world, “as it was in the days of Noah.” This is the second in a series of three videos called Bible Prophecy 101. Like never before we need to understand Bible prophecy! Christine Darg delves into the role of Israel in God's redemptive plan. This video discusses the signs of the Last Days as foretold in the New Testament, the rise of the Antichrist, and the significance of Israel's re-establishment. Christine emphasizes the importance of understanding Bible prophecy to comprehend current global events and encourages viewers to live prophetically, aligned with Jesus's coming kingdom.

A new MP3 sermon from Covenant Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Perilous Times II Timothy 3:1 Speaker: Pastor Charles Swann Broadcaster: Covenant Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/14/2025 Length: 76 min.

Part 3 of 4: 2 Timothy 3: 1-17: "Perilous Times and Perilous Men!"  Perfect title for the past 2 days!  Nothing new under the sun everyone! Join me today to see how the blood of the martyrs of Paul's time matches our modern era- even this week!  And to think some people on the left are trying to say the Bible is no longer relevant!?   If you are blessed by today's Bible study, please support my channel by liking, subscribing, commenting, and sharing with your friends and family!  I am not a Pastor, and agree with God's word that women are not supposed to be Pastors.  However, all people are called to share the gospel. It is perfectly acceptable and Biblical for women to lead Bibles studies outside the church as an ancillary addition to the church, and especially if it is a viable avenue for study of the Word on a daily basis, like I'm doing on this show, and paving the way for all of us to be closer to the Lord and become more knowledgeable of the Bible.  If you care to contribute to my work with the Daily Bible study and sharing the Gospel, as part of your tithes and offerings, you can do so through PayPal by sending it to my PayPal address of: ReneHoladay@gmail.com You are also welcome to email me at the same email address above if you have any thoughts you'd like to share about this episode!    Thank you for watching and God Bless you all! ;() --------------------- The primary study bible that Rene' uses is the 'Spirit-filled Life Bible, by Jack Hayford, and is available in hard cover or faux leather on Amazon at:  https://amzn.to/434fBnQ You can watch this episode on Youtube at:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2v9ekffu7ds Please be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT, and SHARE!

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In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson reflects on Paul's warning that “in the last days perilous times shall come.” He addresses the challenges of lawlessness, government control, and the moral decay entering homes through media and culture. Drawing a vivid contrast between Sarah's inner beauty and Jezebel's artificial beauty, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson explains how holiness is not just outward appearance but the inward glory of Christ shining through His people in these end times.

On this episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson, we confront the horrific attack at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis. The shooter, Robert “Robin” Westman, once walked those same halls as a student. Years of unchecked mental illness and spiritual rebellion ended in bloodshed.America is in denial. We refuse to face the truth: the transgender movement is built on a Satanic lie. No one can change the sex God gave them. Pretending otherwise doesn't heal broken souls, it destroys them and puts others in danger.Christians must speak plainly. Love does not mean affirming sin or confusion. Love means pointing people back to Christ, who alone gives us our identity. Until our nation repents and turns back to God, tragedies like this will only increase.Pray for the victims and their families.--https://policecoffee.com/collections/coffee

2025-08-24

II Timothy: Living in Perilous Times

Last week we talked about how Jesus described the times of the end of the age where events will take place.  This week we go over how Paul describes the condition of man in the last days.  We have been in the last days since Christ's ascension, but perilous times happen when the the condition of man grows worse.  We are seeing the hearts of man played out right before our eyes as Paul described in 2 Timothy 3.  Even though man may get selfish we as the church must remain in love.1 Timothy 4, 2 Timothy 3, Acts 20

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August 17, 2025 Jer. 46:13-47:7; Ps. 94:1-13; Prov. 21:17-18; II Tim. 3:1-17

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On today's episode pastors James and Tom will discuss the fulfillment of 2 Timothy 3 and what it means today! We're seeing big change and all of it bears great consequence. Join us for a very eye opening conversation about a world that will soon be judged! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1479/29

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3203: Darrow Kirkpatrick shares how a low-effort, disciplined rebalancing approach can help investors stay steady during market volatility while avoiding emotional mistakes. His rules emphasize simplicity, tax efficiency, and letting natural portfolio flows do the work, a strategy that helped him retire securely at 50. Discover how “benign neglect” can protect your portfolio while supporting long-term success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.caniretireyet.com/how-i-rebalanced-through-perilous-times/ Quotes to ponder: "Benign neglect, bordering on sloth, remains the hallmark of our investment process." "If you decide never to rebalance, it's good to know there is ample evidence and authority to be confident about inaction, especially in taxable accounts." "My biggest investing mistakes were not selling hugely successful and over weighted positions which later reverted to more average values." Episode references: Vanguard Balanced Index Fund: https://investor.vanguard.com/investment-products/mutual-funds/profile/vbiax Vanguard LifeStrategy Moderate Growth Fund: https://investor.vanguard.com/investment-products/mutual-funds/profile/vsmgx Vanguard Wellesley Income Fund: https://investor.vanguard.com/investment-products/mutual-funds/profile/vwiax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perilous Times (2 Timothy 3:1-4; 4:1-5) Dr. Don Whitt

FAITH IS… with Pastor Rick Stevens – Explore how guilt trips and emotional manipulation impact responsibility and personal decision-making. Reflect on trusting God's sovereignty—distinguishing being in control versus in charge—and how that shapes beliefs about divine goodness. In a world unsettled by conflict, find a sure foundation and timely lasting remedy: inviting Christ to replace worry at the heart of daily life...

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