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→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes(00:00) King Cyrus of Persia overtakes Babylon. He believes the Jewish people Babylon conquered should be able to go home.(01:51) The books of Ezra and Nehemiah provide brief accounts of the rebuilding of the temple and the walls of Jerusalem. Zerubbabel and Jeshua work alongside the Jews and inspire them as they rebuild. Haggai and Zechariah are prophets during this time.(04:29) The historical timeline of Second Temple Judaism. There is emphasis among the Jews on keeping the Law. Many apocalyptic texts, though preserved and read by some, are not made canon.(08:32) Our enemies may try to discourage, mock, and conspire against the rebuilding of Zion, but this work will continue even if at times it seems to falter.(24:30) The people of the land that opposed the rebuilding of Jerusalem were the Samaritans. They also read Torah, believed in Moses' prophetic mission, and loved God. They offered to help rebuild the Jerusalem temple, but were forbidden. The Lord needs people outside the church to help.(33:44) How we should respond to opposition as we rebuild Zion.(42:32) George Q. Cannon relates the experience of building the Nauvoo Temple during great persecution. We should defend the faith as we build the kingdom.(49:10) The work of rebuilding is accomplished through the guidance of prophets. Sacrifices and feasts commence again during the Second Temple Period. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 382 | Ezra; Nehemiah, Come Follow Me 2026 (July 27-August 2) appeared first on Talking Scripture.

Episode: 3388 Let us see how much Omar Khayyam accomplished, beyond his having inspired poet Edward FitzGerald.  Today, Omar Khayyam.

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

Send us Fan MailThe headlines out of the Middle East change by the hour, but some patterns feel bigger than politics. Today we take a careful, Scripture first look at Israel, Iran (Persia), Russia, and the growing talk of “peace” agreements, then ask the uncomfortable question: what if the Bible warns us about that exact moment when people start saying everything is finally safe? We walk through Ezekiel 38 like a checklist: who is involved, what happens, when it happens, and why it happens. Dr. Michael Cloer explains how he understands names like Gog, Magog, Rosh, Meshach, and Tubal, and why he connects them to a northern power aligned with an Islamic coalition that includes Persia. We also talk about why prophecy teachers focus so much on Israel “dwelling securely,” and what modern conditions might look like if that window of security appears. Along the way, we touch on Babylon themes, shifting alliances, and why diplomacy can be good while still falling short of lasting peace. Then we bring it home. If biblical prophecy is real, it is not trivia it is a wake up call. We close with the clearest takeaway we know how to give: Jesus wins, and the time to surrender your life to Him is now. If this conversation helped you think, share it with a friend, subscribe for next week, and leave a review so more people can find More Than Medicine.Support the showhttps://www.jacksonfamilyministry.comhttps://bobslone.com/home/podcast-production/

This week the News has yet again been filled with stories about the US’s attacking Iran.There have been reports of consecutive nights of airstrikes happening on Iran since President Donald Trump declared the temporary ceasefire agreement was "over".The US is said to be hitting key infrastructure and its reported that airports, bridges and water utilities in parts of the country have been hit.

Thomas Savidge proposes "Universal Savings Accounts" (USA) to replace complex government-managed savings vehicles. These accounts would grant individuals full ownership of their funds for unemployment or retirement. This reform aims to reduce fraud and address the long-term fiscal instability associated with the national "debt bomb." (16)1933 PERSIA

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Iran is shaking. Ali Siadatan says the reason is older than Islam, older than the Ayatollahs, older than Persia itself. In this members-only episode, Ali opens Daniel 10 and walks Nate and Luke through the jurisdiction of the Prince of Persia, a principality whose territory runs from the Hindu Kush to the Mediterranean. He connects the 12 Day War, the fall of Iran's generals, and the coming revolution to a judgment unfolding in the unseen realm. He also reveals why the Marxist and Islamist alliance is two antichrist spirits braided together and what rises when one head of the beast goes down.Then comes the story Ali has kept private for eight years. A property sale in Iran. A stranger from an IRGC family who wanted apocalyptic war with America. And a supernatural moment on a desert highway when Ali opened his mouth, and Ezekiel came out in perfect Persian. It is one of the wildest testimonies ever shared on this show.  This episode is just the beginning. Blurry Creatures members unlock a vault of more than 100 members-only episodes you can't hear anywhere else, plus every main feed episode completely ad-free. You also get a vibrant community of fellow seekers, exclusive drops, and perks built for people who can't stop digging. Come see what happens when we keep the mics rolling. Join us at https://blurrycreatures.com/pages/members. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 7-15-261904 PERSIAMichael Bernstam discusses China's "colonial" economic relationship with Russia, demanding natural gas at heavily subsidized domestic rates. Capitalizing on Russian weakness, Beijing insists Russia fund its own pipelines while China signals a shift toward supporting Ukrainian territorial integrity, effectively throwing Putin "under the bus" to pressure the West. (1)Michael Bernstam explores Houthi threats to the Bab-el-Mandeb strait, which could drive oil prices over $100 per barrel by choking global shipping. Simultaneously, Ukrainian drone strikes have crippled Russian refining capacity and shipping in the Black Sea, leading to energy rationing, electricity shortages, and potential food crises in Crimea. (2)Bob Zimmerman provides updates on SpaceX's Starship test flight and the FAA's rapid approval process. He details the deployment of version three Starlink satellites, rumors of a massive new Louisiana spaceport, and criticizes a Texaspolitician's "irrational" investigation into Elon Musk's government grants for rural internet access. (3)Bob Zimmerman explains why AI is currently inadequate for counting lunar craters, failing to meet human accuracy standards. He also highlights the discovery of a potential black hole in Omega Centauri, discusses the desolate nature of Mars's Jezero Crater, and notes the mysterious, unexplained "spokes" appearing in Saturn's rings. (4)Steve Yates analyzes the Taiwan People's Party's (TPP) historic visit to mainland China. Originally a pro-identity youth movement, the TPP is now seeking political power through a coalition with the pro-China KMT. This shift complicates Taiwan's political landscape, as the younger demographic overwhelmingly identifies as Taiwanese, not Chinese. (5)Cleo Paskal exposes Chinese cognitive warfare in the Solomon Islands, where identical pro-Beijing propaganda appeared in separate newspapers. She details China's aggressive pressure on Palau, utilizing economic threats, triad activity, and cyberattacks to force the nation to de-recognize Taiwan before an upcoming regional forum in late August. (6)Charles Burton discusses the strained Canada-US relations regarding the Gordie Howe Bridge. Disagreements over ownership and revenue sharing led Donald Trump to claim a "victory" by coercing Canadian concessions. This dispute has fueled hostility in Canada, leading to a boycott of US travel and alcohol imports in Ontario. (7)Charles Burton criticizes the lack of transparency regarding Chinese infiltration in the Canadian government. He argues that Prime Minister Carney's administration prioritizes business interests over national sovereignty, ignoring warnings about espionage and transnational repression while pursuing empty promises of doubled trade from Beijing to counter US tariffs. (8)Evan Ellis reports on the collapse of Cuba's electric grid, marking the third major blackout in nine days. While the island devolves into ruin, the Trump administration weighs military action against potential negotiations with the Castrofamily, as China and Russia provide only minimal, symbolic economic and political support. (9)Evan Ellis details the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela following twin earthquakes. While US Southern Commandprovides tactical aid, the corrupt and inefficient Rodriguez government is unable to respond to massive destruction, including thousands of deaths and ruined infrastructure. The situation highlights the inadequacy of the current Venezuelan regime. (10)Evan Ellis examines political instability in Bolivia involving Evo Morales and the upcoming inauguration of Keiko Fujimori in Peru. He also notes unresolved tensions over the Falkland Islands as Argentina faces Britain in the World Cup, emphasizing Javier Milei's strategic shift toward collaboration with the United States. (11)Evan Ellis analyzes judicial cruelty in Brazil, where Flavio Bolsonaro is barred from visiting his ill father. In El Salvador, President Bukele is seeking an unconstitutional third term. Despite his high approval ratings and security successes, the move raises alarms about the global trend of abandoning democratic constraints. (12)Thaddeus McCotter reflects on the death of Senator Lindsey Graham and the rising global pattern of political violence, including the murder of a UK MP. He also addresses credible Iranian threats to assassinate the US President, suggesting that decapitation strikes against heads of state have become routine. (13)Thaddeus McCotter connects global energy prices to military strategy, noting how Ukrainian drone strikes on Russianrefineries impact domestic affordability. He warns that the Republican party must clarify objectives in Iran and Ukraineto address MAGA base concerns regarding "forever wars" before the upcoming midterm elections. (14)Judy Dempsey discusses the US naval blockade of Iran and European concerns over energy security. She argues that European leaders find Trump's policies unpredictable and emphasizes that the future must be built on transparency, democracy, and accountability to counter the rise of authoritarian models like communist China. (15)Judy Dempsey highlights increasing threats against European politicians, particularly in Germany from the far-right AfD. Despite the current prominence of "strong men," she maintains that authoritarian systems are unsustainable because the human spirit fundamentally requires freedom, which dictatorships cannot provide or permit in the long term. (16)Headers and affiliations omitted, tail numbers (1)–(16). Corrections applied: Thaddeus McCotter (source had Thaddius), Cleo Paskal (source had Pascal), Omega Centauri (source had Centuri), and Jezero Crater (source had Jazero).

The art of intercession is beyond our traditional concept of prayer. It calls us into a deep and profound comprehension of a sacrificial way of lifestyle that collaborates with the forces of heaven to bring about reformation and transformation to society. It flows from a selfless heart, fully and wholly devoted to God's kingdom purposes and prophetic mandate for man and creation. When we intercede, we step into a sacred calling, standing in the gap in relentless love and courage, aligning earthly realities with the divine will to shift the course of human affairs for individuals, communities, and entire nations.At its core, intercession is an act of love; it's an intentional, Spirit-led intervention on behalf of others. It's the moment when a human heart aligns with God's heart, pleading for His mercy, justice, and purposes to manifest in the earth. Whether it's for a family member, a city, or an entire nation, intercession carries the weight of heaven's redemptive plan. The Bible is filled with examples of intercessors who changed the course of history through their relentless, heartfelt prayers: Daniel, Nehemiah, Abraham, Moses, and countless others who stood before God on behalf of broken people and wayward nations.Consider Daniel's story in Babylon (Daniel 10). From the moment he began to pray, God dispatched an answer, but a spiritual adversary, the prince of Persia, hindered the response for 21 days. Daniel's persistence in prayer, coupled with angelic intervention, ultimately broke through the resistance. This account reveals a critical truth: intercession is not just a spiritual exercise; it's a confrontation with unseen forces that seek to oppose God's will. It requires tenacity, spiritual insight, and a deep understanding of the agencies at play in the spiritual realm.Intercession is heaven's ordained mechanism for transformation. If a nation is to experience revival, renewal, or restoration, it begins with a people who understand the ministry of intercession. These intercessors are the forerunners of change, the ones who labor in prayer to align earthly realities with heaven's purposes. But to be effective, intercession demands more than fervent prayers; it requires a clear understanding of the spiritual dynamics involved and a heart fully surrendered to God's redemptive plan.

What if the most powerful religious leader in ancient Judah was the king's mother? Sister Heather Farrell walks us through 2 Chronicles and the queen mother whose name the record keeps even when it forgets everything else, and makes the case that the covenants have always traveled through the household and through family stories far messier than we'd like to admit.SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTSEnglish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230ENFrench: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230FRGerman: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230DEPortuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230PTSpanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230ESYOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/00ytqfvXE48ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTESfollowHIM website: https://www.followHIMpodcast.comFREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKSNew Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBookOld Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBookBook of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTERhttps://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followHIMpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastTIMECODE0:00 - Part 1 - Sister Heather Farrell1:15 Why would anyone love Chronicles?2:51 “Our eyes are upon thee”4:01 Bio6:40 Come, Follow Me Manual7:49 Chronicles 101: one book, not two (and its two obsessions)9:50 Hebrew Bible, Tanakh, and Torah10:55 The Chronicler as Mormon13:04 Egypt, Assyria, Babylon, Persia–4 ways to conquer a people16:28 The last verse in the Hebrew Bible is about the temple17:47 Dolly, Mary, and a messy line22:23 Why do Kings and Chronicles tell the same stories?24:24 Solomon built two houses26:36 The Nauvoo parallel28:13 God accepts the dedication31:03 The verse that became a song33:33 The second covenant35:43 Official religion vs. household religion38:30 Easter happens at home (why we need fridge magnets)40:40 Asa tears down the high places and groves43:18 Asherah and why she is NOT our Heavenly Mother46:35 Asa's prayer48:20 Worthiness to ask for a miracle50:38 Spiritual storehouses (like grain but better)53:03 The hard verse is descriptive not prescriptive55:21 Asa's mistake58:13 The gebirah–the King's mother1:00:13 Bathsheba and why Kings always names the mother1:02:39 Covenant power that transfers through a woman1:05:13 A dynasty that runs on worthiness, not just blood1:06:12 Jumping Jehoshaphat1:08:37 “There is yet one man … but I hate him”1:09:47 End of Part 1 – Sister Heather FarrellThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish TranscriptsAmelia Kabwika: Portuguese TranscriptsHeather Barlow: Communications DirectorSydney Smith: Social Media, Graphic Design "Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com

Mary Kissel analyzes the failure of the Iran ceasefire, noting that Iran calculated the US lacks the will for ground intervention. The conflict centers on Iran's suspect nuclear program, with potential new targets at Pickaxe Mountain. Public engagement remains low despite rising energy costs. (5)1904 PERSIA

The year 500 was a turning point between the ancient and medieval worlds.  The Western Roman Empire was gone. New kingdoms were rising across Europe. Persia and Byzantium remained great powers, and civilizations flourished from China and India to Africa and the Americas. It was a world divided by distance, yet connected by trade, migration, warfare, and religion, though probably not as much as it had been just a few centuries earlier. Learn more about what was happening around the world in the year 500 on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Shop the store at Shop.Everything-Everywhere.com Sponsors Hexclad Get 10% off your order at hexclad.com/DAILY Mint Mobile Save 50% on Unlimited premium wireless plans starting at $15/month at MintMobile.com/EED Quince Go to quince.com/daily for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! DripDrop Go to dripdrop.com and use promo code EVERYTHING for 20% off your first order! Subscribe to the podcast!  https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/ -------------------------------- Executive Producer: Charles Daniel Associate Producers: Austin Oetken & Cameron Kieffer   Become a supporter on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/everythingeverywhere Discord Server: https://discord.gg/Ds7Rx7jvPJ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everythingeverywhere/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/everythingeverywheredaily Twitter: https://twitter.com/everywheretrip Website: https://everything-everywhere.com/  Disce aliquid novi cotidie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helen and Lloyd have been on many adventures in the Biblical Time Machine this academic year. Season 4 has taken them across the ancient world – from the great Empires of Babylon and Persia to the early Church and beyond. They've explored what daily life was really like in biblical times, and waded into some of the biggest debates in cutting-edge scholarship with the help of leading academics. In this special episode, Helen and Lloyd look back on the highlights of the season, revisit some of their favourite conversations – and give a sneak-peak into Season 5! As we take a summer break and prepare for the next season, listen back and share with us your favourite moments from our conversations this year! Support the showTheme music written and performed by Dave Roos, creator of Biblical Time Machine. Season 4 produced by John Nelson. 

Old Testament Sermons / Speaker:Berry Kercheville Apathy Brings Judgment Jeremiah 16 Introduction: Have you ever noticed how difficult it is for us to accept a coming major change in our wellbeing? After Enoch and Noah had warned for 1000 years of the coming judgment, Jesus said, “For as in those days before the Flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day when Noah entered the ark…” And so it was with Nineveh, Jerusalem, Babylon, Persia, and Rome. The same was true in 1929 and the Great Depression and the murder of six million Jews in Nazi Germany. When we are comfortably living in peace and prosperity  with a mighty military, it seems unimaginable. Paul urged Christians in 1 Corinthians 7, to not marry because,“the fashion of this world is passing away. What we tend not to consider, is that “world” passing away did not happen by an invasion, it happened internally by a corrupt empire.  We can't imagine it in America, but that doesn't mean it isn't happening or won't happen, whether by trials on an individual, national corruption, the temporal judgment of a nation, or the final judgment, apathy will leave us unprepared.  This is the Lord's message in Jeremiah 16. But the apathy and disbelief of the people will lead to their utter destruction.  Joy and Gladness Will Soon End (1-9) Jeremiah was given three restrictions in order to get the attention of the people. Do not marry and have children—all the fathers, mothers, and children are going to die of deadly diseases, sword, and famine. They will not even be buried, and animals will eat their dead bodies. “Do not enter the house of mourning, or go to lament or grieve for them.” To understand this better, consider the purpose of going to a funeral. We are hoping to give those who grieve some peace and love. But in this case that would be a lie. Things are only going to get worse. All peace and love has been taken away by the Lord.  “You shall not go to the house of feasting to sit with them, to eat and drink.” No, even though the invasion had not yet happened, Jeremiah's refusal to participate in a simple dinner party indicates the coming doom. As the NIV translates, God will “bring an end to the sounds of joy and gladness, the voice of the bridegroom and the voice of the bride.” Just imagine, no one will even dream of marriage or dinners or rejoicing together! Everyone's joy will be gone. ESV, “I will silence in this place.” What is the point? God wants Jeremiah to show the people the reality of what is coming. God used Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel, to demonstrate their coming destruction through various signs but to no avail. It illustrates the difficulty of humans to accept a world that is about to turn upside down.  “What Is Our Iniquity?” 10-13 The people obviously see the meaning of Jeremiah's refusal to participate in the normal activities of a culture. They get that Jeremiah is predicting their doom. So they ask, “What is our iniquity?”  How could they even ask that question! It illustrates how easily our minds become calloused when we begin compromising God's commands. We convince ourselves that what we are doing is not that bad.  There are three points God we need to consider:  Their extreme callousness began in previous generations, two to three hundred years previous! If nothing else will wake us up to the way we are living our present lives, this should. A Christian's mediocrity and compromises today will produce a downward spiral of wickedness and godlessness long after we are gone. In other words, this isn't just about you!  Notice the phrase, “you have done worse than your fathers.” As we see throughout scripture, fathers are the primary key to the spiritual future of their children. A spiritual upbringing cannot be left solely in the hands of mom. This does not simply mean that fathers should teach their children the scriptures!! The teaching of a father is near worthless without the example of a father who is passionate about his own service to God.  As Malachi 4:6 “The hearts of the fathers must turn to the children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers.” A rigid rule-making, authoritarian father will simply drive his children away.  Then notice, “…everyone of you follows his stubborn, evil will, refusing to listen to me.” When I read this I was immediately reminded of Christians who left the Lord and the local church. In many cases, the reason was because they either did not like what a fellow member said or did or a well-meaning Christian saw that they were slipping and  attempted to help. So they got mad and left. The surprise was their attitude even years later: STUBBORN! “I'll never go back!” We often forget that serving God is not simply prohibitions against sins. Peter insists that we must grow in faith, virtue, knowledge, godliness, perseverance, self-control, brotherly love, and love for all people. If we do not, we are denied entrance into the everlasting kingdom (2 Peter 1:10-11). “…if you practice these qualities you will never fall. For in this way there will be richly provided for you an entrance into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” Verse 9 states that if we do not grow in these things we are blind and forgotten that we were cleansed from our sins.  God's Purpose in Judgment, Now and at the End 14-15 Inserted in the midst of God's promised judgment, is his announcement of a new exodus. Two things are impressive: God just announced to these people what they are going to miss. It is the same way the Hebrews' writer approached the Christians who were slipping away from the Lord. The motivation of hell is one thing, but the more powerful motivation should be what we will miss. Luke 13:28 “In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth, when you see Abraham and Isaac and Jacob and all the prophets in the kingdom of God but you yourselves cast out.”  There is a major difference in how we serve God when we are just thinking about escaping hell and serving God because we love him and want to please him and desire to be with him. When we are just trying to escape hell, the tendency is to ask questions about how much God really expects from me. “You don't really think I would be lost just because…”—fill in the blank. That isn't loving God. Notice that this new exodus will cause the people to forget the first exodus. This is obviously our exodus from the bondage of Satan. We do not talk about the God who brought us out of Egypt, we glorify God and always remember how he brought us out of the captivity of the devil.  16-18 But in spite of God's promise of a new exodus, these people have made their decision and will be judged. Fishers and hunters will be sent to find the wicked and bring judgment on them. God says, “They have polluted my land, … and filled my inheritance with their abominations.” Wherever we are in the world, we are living in God's land. The realm of the Kingdom is the world, and we must not fill it with abominations. (Parable of the Tares). “But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, where righteousness dwells.” 2 Peter 3:13  19-21 Israel has rejected God, but the nations will see the foolishness of their fathers' idols and will confess their  desire to serve God: “my strength and my stronghold, my refuge…”  It is a beautiful picture to see even the nations coming to the Lord and confessing the wickedness of their father's gods. “Such are not gods!”  The greatest turning point in a person's life is learning that the “gods” of our fleshly desires are not gods.  The Lord concludes that when the nations come to him, he will have shown the world his power and might, and that his name is Yahweh (his covenantal name)  Berry Kercheville The post Apathy Brings Judgment appeared first on Woodland Hills Church of Christ.

Ever wondered why Persian food is considered a global culinary treasure?In this episode of Podgap, we travel back over a thousand years to the heart of the Silk Road to uncover the legendary secrets of three iconic Iranian ingredients:Saffron, Barberry, and Rose Water.Join your hosts, Hanieh and Mohsen, as we blend history, science, and linguistics. Discover how these ingredients didn't just flavor the world—they powered ancient caravans, revolutionized global perfumery, and shaped medicinal history.[What You'll Learn] The fascinating history of "Red Gold" (Saffron) and its journey from Persia to Europe.Why Barberries (Zereshk: The sour ruby of the desert) were the life-saving superfood of ancient Silk Road merchants. The history of Rose Water (Golab: The scent of paradise)Ready to master the taste and language of Iran?  For the full transcription, worksheet, vocabulary list, pronunciation, meanings, and examples, visit our Patreon page: patreon.com/podgapIf Podgap makes your Persian learning journey easier and more enjoyable, share it with your friends — it truly means the world to us!We'd also love to hear from you: drop us a message anytime at podgapp@gmail.com

Send us Fan MailPeace in the Middle East sounds like the goal everyone should want, so why do so many Christians feel uneasy when world leaders talk about coalitions, treaties, and “historic” agreements around Israel? We sit down with Dr. Michael Cloer, a veteran pastor and student of Scripture, to face the question head-on: how can modern diplomacy fit alongside Bible prophecy that describes a future alignment of nations against Israel?We walk through why Israel sits at the center of biblical prophecy, why Christians shouldn't ignore prophecy as a “controversial side issue,” and how Dr. Cloer diagnoses what he calls headline hysteria, the fear that grows when we know the news but don't know the Word. Along the way, we connect ancient biblical geography to today's map, explaining why Persia and Babylon matter when people claim “Iran isn't in the Bible.” If you've ever wondered how Russia, Iran, and regional hostility could converge, this conversation gives you a framework without date-setting or sensationalism.Dr. Cloer also paints a vivid, hypothetical breaking-news scenario to show how fast global opinion can shift and how quickly international pressure could mount. We close with what matters most: not merely decoding current events, but answering the deeper spiritual question of where your hope is anchored. Subscribe to More Than Medicine, share this with a friend who's anxious about the headlines, and leave a review that tells us: what question about Bible prophecy do you want us to tackle next?Support the showhttps://www.jacksonfamilyministry.comhttps://bobslone.com/home/podcast-production/

As tensions in the Middle East escalate once again, President Trump declares the Iran ceasefire "over," raising new questions about the future of Israel, regional security, and biblical prophecy.Watch Full Episode: https://youtu.be/oMZpuc_FvQE Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you for supporting Blessors of Israel. Donate Online: https://blessors.org/donate/Please Subscribe and Like our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUfbl_rf8O_uwKrfzCh04jgSubscribe to our ⁠Spotify Channel⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blessorsofisrael Subscribe to our Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blessors-of-israedl/id1699662615Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlessorsofIsrael/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlessorsIGettr: https://gettr.com/i/blessorsofisrael Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-1670015Thank you for watching. Please like and share this video.We would love to hear your comments.Those who bless Israel will be blessed (Genesis 12:3).Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones Blessors of IsraelMatthew Dodd Blessors of IsraelBlessors of IsraelBlessers of IsraelTags:Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddRich JonesDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones, Blessors of Israel, Rich Jones, Blessers of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessors of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessers of Israel, Blessers of Israel, Blessors of Israel, Two-State Solution, Palestine, Modern Palestinian Problem, Israel, Jesus Christ, Anti-Semitism, Prophecy Update, End Times Prophecy, Latter Days, Bible Prophecy, The Great Tribulation, Hamas, Gaza Strip, Terrorism, Hezbollah, Iran, Russia, Persia, Gog and Magog, BRICS, China, CCP, Persia, Iran, Turkey, Russia, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, India, Yahya Sinwar, Nasrallah, Ismail Haniyeh, Deif, United Nations, Terrorism, Antisemitism, Syria, Bashar al Assad, HTS, Damascus, Mount Hermon, Erdogan, Netanyahu, Trump, Putin, Ceasefire, Hostages, al Jolani, al Sharaa, Holocaust Day of Remembrance, China, Egypt, Iran Nuclear Deal, Trump, War, WWIII, Hamas, Anti-Semitism, October 7, 2023, Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan, Qatar, Egypt, Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas, Erdogan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Board of Peace, Iranian Riots, Iranian Revolution, MoU

As tensions in the Middle East escalate once again, President Trump declares the Iran ceasefire "over," raising new questions about the future of Israel, regional security, and biblical prophecy. In this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd and Pastor Rich Jones examine the latest developments, their geopolitical implications, and what Christians should understand as they pray for the peace of Jerusalem and stand with Israel during these uncertain times.Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you for supporting Blessors of Israel. Donate Online: https://blessors.org/donate/Please Subscribe and Like our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUfbl_rf8O_uwKrfzCh04jgSubscribe to our ⁠Spotify Channel⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blessorsofisrael Subscribe to our Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blessors-of-israedl/id1699662615Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlessorsofIsrael/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlessorsIGettr: https://gettr.com/i/blessorsofisrael Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-1670015Thank you for watching. Please like and share this video.We would love to hear your comments.Those who bless Israel will be blessed (Genesis 12:3).Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones Blessors of IsraelMatthew Dodd Blessors of IsraelBlessors of IsraelBlessers of IsraelTags:Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddRich JonesDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones, Blessors of Israel, Rich Jones, Blessers of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessors of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessers of Israel, Blessers of Israel, Blessors of Israel, Two-State Solution, Palestine, Modern Palestinian Problem, Israel, Jesus Christ, Anti-Semitism, Prophecy Update, End Times Prophecy, Latter Days, Bible Prophecy, The Great Tribulation, Hamas, Gaza Strip, Terrorism, Hezbollah, Iran, Russia, Persia, Gog and Magog, BRICS, China, CCP, Persia, Iran, Turkey, Russia, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, India, Yahya Sinwar, Nasrallah, Ismail Haniyeh, Deif, United Nations, Terrorism, Antisemitism, Syria, Bashar al Assad, HTS, Damascus, Mount Hermon, Erdogan, Netanyahu, Trump, Putin, Ceasefire, Hostages, al Jolani, al Sharaa, Holocaust Day of Remembrance, China, Egypt, Iran Nuclear Deal, Trump, War, WWIII, Hamas, Anti-Semitism, October 7, 2023, Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan, Qatar, Egypt, Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas, Erdogan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Board of Peace, Iranian Riots, Iranian Revolution, MoU

As tensions in the Middle East escalate once again, President Trump declares the Iran ceasefire "over," raising new questions about the future of Israel, regional security, and biblical prophecy.Watch Full Episode: https://youtu.be/oMZpuc_FvQE Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you for supporting Blessors of Israel. Donate Online: https://blessors.org/donate/Please Subscribe and Like our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUfbl_rf8O_uwKrfzCh04jgSubscribe to our ⁠Spotify Channel⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blessorsofisrael Subscribe to our Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blessors-of-israedl/id1699662615Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlessorsofIsrael/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlessorsIGettr: https://gettr.com/i/blessorsofisrael Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-1670015Thank you for watching. Please like and share this video.We would love to hear your comments.Those who bless Israel will be blessed (Genesis 12:3).Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones Blessors of IsraelMatthew Dodd Blessors of IsraelBlessors of IsraelBlessers of IsraelTags:Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddRich JonesDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones, Blessors of Israel, Rich Jones, Blessers of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessors of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessers of Israel, Blessers of Israel, Blessors of Israel, Two-State Solution, Palestine, Modern Palestinian Problem, Israel, Jesus Christ, Anti-Semitism, Prophecy Update, End Times Prophecy, Latter Days, Bible Prophecy, The Great Tribulation, Hamas, Gaza Strip, Terrorism, Hezbollah, Iran, Russia, Persia, Gog and Magog, BRICS, China, CCP, Persia, Iran, Turkey, Russia, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, India, Yahya Sinwar, Nasrallah, Ismail Haniyeh, Deif, United Nations, Terrorism, Antisemitism, Syria, Bashar al Assad, HTS, Damascus, Mount Hermon, Erdogan, Netanyahu, Trump, Putin, Ceasefire, Hostages, al Jolani, al Sharaa, Holocaust Day of Remembrance, China, Egypt, Iran Nuclear Deal, Trump, War, WWIII, Hamas, Anti-Semitism, October 7, 2023, Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan, Qatar, Egypt, Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas, Erdogan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Board of Peace, Iranian Riots, Iranian Revolution, MoU

As tensions in the Middle East escalate once again, President Trump declares the Iran ceasefire "over," raising new questions about the future of Israel, regional security, and biblical prophecy.Watch Full Episode: https://youtu.be/oMZpuc_FvQE Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you for supporting Blessors of Israel. Donate Online: https://blessors.org/donate/Please Subscribe and Like our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUfbl_rf8O_uwKrfzCh04jgSubscribe to our ⁠Spotify Channel⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blessorsofisrael Subscribe to our Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blessors-of-israedl/id1699662615Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlessorsofIsrael/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlessorsIGettr: https://gettr.com/i/blessorsofisrael Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-1670015Thank you for watching. Please like and share this video.We would love to hear your comments.Those who bless Israel will be blessed (Genesis 12:3).Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones Blessors of IsraelMatthew Dodd Blessors of IsraelBlessors of IsraelBlessers of IsraelTags:Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddRich JonesDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones, Blessors of Israel, Rich Jones, Blessers of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessors of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessers of Israel, Blessers of Israel, Blessors of Israel, Two-State Solution, Palestine, Modern Palestinian Problem, Israel, Jesus Christ, Anti-Semitism, Prophecy Update, End Times Prophecy, Latter Days, Bible Prophecy, The Great Tribulation, Hamas, Gaza Strip, Terrorism, Hezbollah, Iran, Russia, Persia, Gog and Magog, BRICS, China, CCP, Persia, Iran, Turkey, Russia, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, India, Yahya Sinwar, Nasrallah, Ismail Haniyeh, Deif, United Nations, Terrorism, Antisemitism, Syria, Bashar al Assad, HTS, Damascus, Mount Hermon, Erdogan, Netanyahu, Trump, Putin, Ceasefire, Hostages, al Jolani, al Sharaa, Holocaust Day of Remembrance, China, Egypt, Iran Nuclear Deal, Trump, War, WWIII, Hamas, Anti-Semitism, October 7, 2023, Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan, Qatar, Egypt, Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas, Erdogan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Board of Peace, Iranian Riots, Iranian Revolution, MoU

Religious Persecution and the Rise of Underground Christianity in China. Gordon Chang and Piero Tozzi. Pastor Ezra Jin's release highlights the CCP's continued persecution of underground churches that refuse to answer to the state. Despite intense Sinicization and arrests of figures like Jimmy Lai, Christianity is flourishing in China as a witness for human dignity. Totalitarian control efforts have created an enemy in an underground congregation potentially numbering over 100 million. (3)1903 PERSIA

Federico Campagna"Altrimondi"Lezioni dal passato per sopravvivere alla StoriaEinaudi Editorewww.einaudi.itPer millenni i popoli del Mediterraneo hanno affrontato guerre, persecuzioni e catastrofi naturali: tante piccole apocalissi. Ma ogni volta che il loro mondo veniva distrutto, sapevano migrare verso un «altrove» dove vivere fosse di nuovo possibile.Si spostavano da costa a costa, come i migranti di oggi alla ricerca di un futuro migliore, ma soprattutto viaggiavano con l'immaginazione al di là dei confini tracciati dalla Storia. Osavano spingersi verso quel luogo invisibile dove non smettono mai di nascere nuove concezioni del mondo e della vita.Questo libro segue i loro viaggi, partendo dalle battaglie cosmiche con cui gli dèi e gli eroi mesopotamici ed egizi diedero avvio alla creazione dell'universo. Supera i confini orientali della Persia, lungo lo strano percorso tracciato dal personaggio di Alessandro Magno nelle storie dei cantori popolari. Attraversa i secoli tumultuosi della Tarda Antichità in compagnia di mistici e visionari, avventurandosi nel tempo dell'ascesa dell'Islam e delle crociate. Solca le onde che furono testimoni delle avventure di migliaia di corsari, pirati e schiavi nella prima Modernità, per poi approdare tra i sogni e le tragedie del XX secolo. E si conclude sulle coste del Mediterraneo dei giorni nostri, dove il resto di questa storia si sta ancora scrivendo.Federico Campagna (1984) è un filosofo italiano residente a Londra. Il suo pensiero si muove tra la metafisica, gli studi culturali e la teologia. Insegna Filosofia all'università ECAL di Losanna e al Royal College of Art a Londra, è fellow del Warburg Institute di Londra, dirige la scuola di arte e filosofia Agora a Ginevra, e lavora presso gli editori Verso Books e Timeo. Ha ottenuto un dottorato presso il Royal College of Art di Londra sul rapporto fra la tradizione metafisica e il design dei mondi virtuali. In Italia ha pubblicato Magia e tecnica e Cultura profetica. Per Einaudi ha pubblicato Altrimondi. Lezioni dal passato per sopravvivere alla Storia (2026).Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/il-posto-delle-parole--1487855/support.IL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarehttps://ilpostodelleparole.it/

After years of warning His people to repent, God allowed Judah to experience exile. Seventy years later, they returned to a ruined land—and Nehemiah, granted favor by the king of Persia, came back to Jerusalem to repair its broken walls. When he saw the devastation, he wept. But in today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds us that Nehemiah did not stop at sorrow. He asked what God would have him do—and then he got to work. Nehemiah chapter 3 gives believers a powerful blueprint for rebuilding what is broken around us. First, God's work requires all hands on deck. The repeated phrase “next to them” shows the people standing side by side, each one contributing to the mission. When the Church prayerfully works together, God blesses the labor of His people. Second, there is work for everyone. Nehemiah's people did not merely hope for change or pray from a distance—they cooperated, served, and took responsibility. In the same way, every believer has a role in God's mission, and no one is insignificant in His Kingdom. Finally, God's people must encourage and affirm one another in the work. Anyone can complain, criticize, or scoff, but it takes a heart surrendered to God to say, “I want my life to count for something great for Him.” As we confirm a servant spirit, godly character, commitment to the Lord, and faithful obedience, God revives our hearts and bears witness through us to the world that Jesus Christ is the only true foundation. Let us pray.  Precious Lord, give me eyes to see my gifts and wisdom to use them for Your Kingdom in the body of believers. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

The final chapter of the Ionian Revolt plays out like an ancient epic: great fleets, secret deals, shifting loyalties, unexpected betrayals, and one remarkable character who simply refuses to leave the story.Bernie and Dan follow the revolt from the aftermath of Aristagoras' death through the climactic struggle for Ionia and the strange final chapter of Histiaeus. The action moves from political intrigue to the battlefield and back again as the revolt races toward an ending full of surprises.And while one war is coming to an end, a much larger confrontation between Greece and Persia is now on the horizon.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO WHAT'S NEW IN HISTORY YOUTUBE CHANNELhttps://www.youtube.com/@whatsnewinhistoryThis is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski.Contact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Subscribe now for ad-free listening, early access, and bonus content. When the Trump administration attacked Iran in late February, some war backers dreamt that the Iranian people would rise en masse and take control of their country. It proved to be a dangerous fantasy. But then the history of U.S.-Iran relations is full of cruel ironies. More than 70 years ago, a democrat and nationalist named Mohammad Mossadegh galvanized the Iranian people and tried to liberate his country from foreign domination, only to be betrayed by the United States. Historian Roham Alvandi is our guest. Further listening: Operation Ajax (podcast w/ Gregory Brew) Recommended reading: Patriot of Persia by Christopher de Bellaigue America and Iran by John Ghazvinian

I. Introduction: The Shift from History to Vision JT Patton begins by noting a major shift in the Book of Daniel. While Chapters 1–6 were historical narratives (Daniel in the lions' den, the fiery furnace, etc.), Chapter 7 begins the apocalyptic and prophetic section of the book. Context: The vision takes place during the "first year of Belshazzar king of Babylon." This chronologically places the vision before the events of Chapter 5 (the writing on the wall). II. The Setting: The Great Sea (v. 1-3) The Vision: Daniel sees the "four winds of heaven" churning up the "Great Sea." Symbolism: In biblical prophecy, the "sea" often represents the restless, chaotic mass of humanity or the nations of the world. From this chaos, four distinct, terrifying beasts emerge. III. The Four Beasts (v. 4-7) The sermon provides an expository breakdown of the four kingdoms represented by these beasts, paralleling King Nebuchadnezzar's dream of the statue in Daniel Chapter 2: The Lion with Eagle's Wings (v. 4): Representation: The Babylonian Empire. Note: The plucking of the wings and the beast being made to "stand on two feet like a man" is a direct reference to Nebuchadnezzar's humbling and restoration (Chapter 4). The Bear (v. 5): Representation: The Medo-Persian Empire. Details: Raised up on one side (Persia being stronger than Media) with three ribs in its mouth, representing its major conquests (Babylon, Lydia, and Egypt). The Leopard with Four Wings and Four Heads (v. 6): Representation: The Grecian Empire under Alexander the Great. Details: The wings represent the incredible speed of Alexander's conquests; the four heads represent the division of his empire into four parts after his death. The Terrifying and Strong Beast (v. 7): Representation: The Roman Empire. Details: Described as "dreadful and terrible, exceedingly strong," with large iron teeth. It is distinct from the others and utterly destructive. IV. The Ten Horns and the "Little Horn" (v. 8) The climax of the passage focuses on the ten horns of the fourth beast. The Little Horn: Daniel sees a "little horn" emerge, which uproots three of the first horns. This horn has "eyes like the eyes of a man" and a "mouth speaking pompous words." Application: The pastor explains that this horn represents a future ruler (the Antichrist) characterized by arrogance and opposition to God. V. Theological Conclusion: Who is in Control? The sermon concludes by reminding the congregation that while these beasts (kingdoms) appear terrifying and chaotic, they all "come up out of the sea" under the sovereign gaze of God. The Gospel Connection: Even as earthly kingdoms become more "beastly" and arrogant, the vision in Daniel 7 ultimately points toward the "Ancient of Days" and the "Son of Man" (to be covered in the next sermon, Daniel 7:9-14), who will establish an everlasting kingdom that will never be destroyed.

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 382, “Turning Points in History,” Kim discusses how turning points in history affect us, whether they be personal turning points or those of nations. In today's text, we see a turning point in the history of the nation of Israel: the fall of Jerusalem. God had consistently sent His prophets, especially Jeremiah, to warn the people of the consequences they would experience for their sinful lifestyles, but they refused to heed the warnings. May we learn from their bad choices, as well as our own turning points, and live lives wholly surrendered to the Lord.   Our focal passage for this episode is 2 Kings 25:1-21 and 2 Chronicles 36:17-21, with 2 Chronicles 36:17-21 as the focal verses:   17 So the Lord brought the king of Babylon against them. The Babylonians killed Judah's young men, even chasing after them into the Temple. They had no pity on the people, killing both young men and young women, the old and the infirm. God handed all of them over to Nebuchadnezzar. 18 The king took home to Babylon all the articles, large and small, used in the Temple of God, and the treasures from both the Lord's Temple and from the palace of the king and his officials. 19 Then his army burned the Temple of God, tore down the walls of Jerusalem, burned all the palaces, and completely destroyed everything of value. 20 The few who survived were taken as exiles to Babylon, and they became servants to the king and his sons until the kingdom of Persia came to power. 21 So the message of the Lord spoken through Jeremiah was fulfilled. The land finally enjoyed its Sabbath rest, lying desolate until the seventy years were fulfilled, just as the prophet had said.     WEEKLY ENGAGEMENT FEATURE:   Identify the turning points of your life. Looking back on those times, how have they changed you?   Additional Resources and Scriptures:   The Brink of War Young Washington World War II with Tom Hanks Meet Me in the Valley by Tasha Layton Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragingothersinlovingjesus X - https://x.com/eoinlovingjesus?s=21&t=YcRjZQUpvP7FrJmm7Pe1hg INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/encouragingothersinlovingjesus/ “Encouraging Others in Loving Jesus” YouTube Channel: Check it out at https://www.youtube.com/@EncouragingOthersInLovingJesus   I WANT TO BEGIN A PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS CHRIST.   RESOURCES USED FOR BOOK OF 1 & 2 Kings (1 & 2 Chronicles) PODCASTS: “The Wiersbe Bible Commentary: The Complete Old Testament OT in One Volume” “Christ-Centered Exposition: Exalting Jesus in 1 & 2 Kings” by Tony Merida “The Tony Evans Bible Commentary: Advancing God's Kingdom Agenda” “Life Application Study Bible” “The Swindoll Study Bible: NLT” by Charles R. Swindoll Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary “The Baker Illustrated Bible Background Commentary” by J. Scott Duvall and J. Daniel Hays (Editors) Expositor's Bible Commentary (Abridged Edition): Old Testament, 2004, by Kenneth L. Barker, John R. Kohlenberger, III. xAI. (2026). Grok [Large language model]. https://x.ai/grok/chat      "Encouraging Others in Loving Jesus" Facebook Group:   Our Facebook Group is devoted to providing a place for us to encourage each other through all the seasons of life. Follow the provided link to request admittance into “Encouraging Others in Loving Jesus”—https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragingothersinlovingjesus/ Feel free to invite others who will be good encouragers and/or need encouragement to follow Jesus.   This podcast is hosted by Kim Smith, a small town Country Girl who left her comfort zone to follow Jesus in a big City World. Now, she wants to use God's Word and lessons from her faith journey to encourage others in loving Jesus.   In each episode, Kim will share insights regarding a portion of God's Word and challenge listeners to apply the lessons to their daily lives.   If you want to grow in your faith and learn how to encourage others in loving Jesus, subscribe and commit to prayerfully listening each week.   Remember, “It's Always a Trust & Obey Kinda Day!”   If you have questions or comments or would like to learn more about how to follow Jesus, please email Kim at EncouragingOthersinLovingJesus@gmail.com.     National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline   988   https://988lifeline.org/   Reference: Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Tyndale House Publishers. Holy Bible: New Living Translation. Wheaton, Ill: Tyndale House Publishers, 2004.   Podcast recorded through Cleanfeed and edited through GarageBand. The soundtrack, entitled “Outlaw John McShane” was obtained from Pixabay.     The HIDDEN Episodes:  If you can't access episodes 1-50 on your podcast app (the podcast was then entitled "A Country Girl in a City World - Loving Jesus"), you can get all the content at my Podbean site at https://acountrygirlinacityworldlovingjesus.podbean.com/  

Ep 283 Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor   Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor share their extensive journey through yoga, their insights on tradition versus innovation, and how spiritual practices intersect with everyday life. Discover how their experiences in India, Persia, and beyond shape their teaching and personal philosophies.   Main Topics: ·       Richard and Mary's early paths into yoga and their discoveries of Indian philosophy, Tantra, and Buddhist practices ·       Their experiences studying with Pattabhi Jois, in Mysore, and the evolution of the Ashtanga sequence ·       The importance of tradition, innovation, and personal adaptation in yoga practice ·       Insights into pranayama, Sanskrit, and the deeper layers of yogic philosophy ·       The relevance of the Bhagavad Gita's teachings on action, sacrifice, and devotion ·       The role of curiosity, questioning, and avoiding dogma in spiritual development ·       Diet, vegetarianism, and the influence of food on practice and health ·       The visceral and embodied experience of waking up and consciousness in yoga and meditation ·       The parallels and differences between Yoga and Buddhism, and their synergy in modern practice ·       The importance of individualized teaching and the teacher-student relationship ·       Future inspirations drawn from nature, texts, and ongoing spiritual inquiry Richard Freeman - Official website | Mary Taylor - Personal website Connect with Richard Freeman: Instagram Connect with Mary Taylor: Instagram   SUPPORT KEEN ON YOGA Become a Patron: https://www.keenonyoga.com/patrons/ Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/infoRf FULL PODCAST LIST https://www.keenonyoga.com/keen-on-yoga-podcast-guests/ CONNECT WITH ADAM https://linktr.ee/Keenonyoga WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/@keenonyoga

Friends of the Rosary,Today, July 3, we celebrate the Feast of St. Thomas, the Apostle, who at first did not believe, but immediately after became, for the Church, one of the first witnesses to her faith.He expressed the fervor of his regained faith: "My Lord and my God."Pope St. Gregory the Great said, "Thomas' unbelief has benefited our faith more than the belief of the other disciples."The Lord permitted the apostle to doubt after the resurrection, but He did not abandon him in doubt. By his doubt and by his touching the sacred wounds, the apostle became a witness to the truth of the resurrection.St. Thomas preached the Gospel in Asia beyond the frontiers of the Roman Empire, probably in Persia and possibly as far afield as India.After he had converted numerous tribes to Christianity, at Calamina (near Madras in India) he suffered martyrdom by being pierced with lances at the king's command.Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• July 3, 2026, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

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In this message, Coleton concludes the Lord's Prayer series by focusing on one of the most overlooked phrases Jesus ever taught us to pray: "Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one." (Matthew 6:13) Many Christians are comfortable praying for daily needs, forgiveness, or God's will, but often neglect this final request. Yet Jesus intentionally ends His model prayer by teaching His followers to pray against spiritual evil. Coleton explains that this isn't reserved for unusually spiritual Christians or for a specific period of history—it is meant to become a normal part of every believer's prayer life. Using Scripture, historical examples, and practical application, Coleton reminds us that while Christians should never seek out spiritual warfare, we are also never called to ignore it. Instead, Jesus gives us a weapon: prayer. Through prayer, we ask God to fight for us, protect us, and advance His kingdom against the kingdom of darkness. Jesus Teaches Us that Prayer is Spiritual Warfare Coleton opens with a story from his father, who taught him never to start a fight—but if one became unavoidable, fight hard enough that the enemy would never forget it. He uses that illustration to explain Jesus' teaching. Jesus isn't telling Christians to obsess over demons or look for spiritual battles everywhere. Instead, He is preparing His followers for the reality that they already live in a spiritual war. Prayer is how believers fight. The Lord's Prayer gradually teaches us how to approach God: Our Father — Remember who you are talking to. Hallowed be Your Name — Worship Him and remember His greatness. Your Kingdom Come — Ask God to display His rule and goodness on earth. Give Us Daily Bread — Trust Him to provide what you need. Forgive Us Our Debts — Confess sin and receive His grace. Deliver Us from the Evil One — Ask God to protect you and defeat the enemy. Coleton points out that Jesus intentionally ends His model prayer here. That means fighting spiritual evil isn't an optional part of Christianity—it is part of ordinary Christian prayer. Bible Passage Matthew 6:9–13 1. Jesus Knows This Is What Is Really Wrong with the World Coleton explains that beneath every broken relationship, every injustice, every war, every addiction, every lie, and every act of rebellion lies a deeper spiritual problem. Jesus did not primarily come to overthrow governments or fix political systems. He came to destroy the works of Satan. The greatest enemy of humanity isn't another nation, another political party, another religion, or another group of people. The deepest problem is sin and the spiritual kingdom of darkness that opposes God's purposes. This explains why so much of Jesus' earthly ministry involved confronting demons, healing people oppressed by evil, and setting captives free. Rather than teaching His followers to hate people, Jesus commanded them to: Love their enemies. Pray for those who persecute them. Turn the other cheek. But when it comes to Satan and spiritual evil, Jesus tells believers to fight. Coleton spends time explaining Daniel 10, where Daniel prayed for understanding for twenty-one days. God immediately heard his prayer, yet an angel was delayed because of conflict with spiritual powers described as the "Prince of Persia." This passage offers a glimpse behind the curtain of history. Events on earth often reflect a much greater conflict taking place in the unseen spiritual realm. Paul teaches the same reality in Ephesians: our true struggle is never against flesh and blood. That changes how Christians view the world. Instead of seeing people as the enemy, we begin praying against the spiritual forces influencing hearts, cultures, governments, and communities. Bible Passages Matthew 6:13 1 John 3:8 Daniel 10 Ephesians 6:12 Quotes "Spiritual beings are associated with nation-states... Michael fights for God's people, while the prince of Persia is a demonic power." — D.A. Carson "Daniel was learning that the ultimate power struggle was fought out in a realm of which most people know nothing... the world crises we see are reflections of an older, more ruthless conflict." — Sinclair Ferguson 2. Jesus Knows Every Believer Will Experience Spiritual Conflict Coleton reminds us that no one escapes spiritual warfare. Whether someone believes in Christ or not, the enemy is active. For unbelievers, Satan blinds people from seeing the beauty of the gospel. This explains why many reject Christ despite God's incredible offer of mercy. For believers, conversion does not end the battle. In many ways, it begins a new one. Peter warns Christians that the devil prowls like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Paul tells believers to put on the armor of God because spiritual conflict is inevitable. Coleton carefully avoids extremes. He reminds the church that not every hardship is caused by demons. Not every sickness... Not every temptation... Not every mental illness... Not every difficult circumstance... The Bible teaches that sometimes our own sinful desires lead us into temptation. Other times physical problems simply require ordinary wisdom and medical care. Still, Scripture clearly teaches that Satan actively seeks to: tempt believers toward sin, accuse them with guilt, destroy marriages, create division, attack families, discourage God's people, oppose God's work, and steal joy, peace, hope, and confidence in God. Because Jesus knows His followers will encounter spiritual opposition, He teaches them to pray for God's protection regularly. Bible Passages 2 Corinthians 4:4 1 Peter 5:8 Ephesians 6:10–13 Matthew 4 Mark 5 Matthew 9 Matthew 12 Luke 13 Matthew 15 Matthew 16 Mark 9 Acts 5 Luke 22 John 10:10 Quotes "After a man is converted... Satan gathers all his forces... because he cannot bear to lose his subjects." — Charles Spurgeon 3. Jesus Wants Us to Fight—and Prayer Is One of Our Greatest Weapons Coleton emphasizes that prayer is much more than bringing requests to God. Prayer is warfare. Paul teaches that Christians do not fight with worldly weapons but with weapons empowered by God to destroy spiritual strongholds. Coleton reminds us of the story where the disciples could not cast a demon out of a boy. When they asked Jesus why they failed, Jesus answered that this kind only comes out through prayer. Prayer is not powerless. Prayer invites the power of God into spiritual battles that human strength can never win. The Christian does not defeat darkness through cleverness, politics, anger, intimidation, or force. We fight by depending upon: the Holy Spirit, God's Word, faith, and prayer. Bible Passages 2 Corinthians 10:3–4 Matthew 17 (or Mark 9 parallel) Quotes "Christians can wage a successful campaign in the spiritual realm only when they abandon human resources and totally rely on spiritual weapons." — D.A. Carson "We must all practice violence... he who prays is fighting against the devil." — Martin Luther "While others fight, Christians pray." — Origen How Should Christians Respond? After explaining why Jesus included this prayer, Coleton gives several practical responses. Live with Awareness, Not Fear Christians should recognize spiritual warfare without becoming frightened by it. Jesus has already defeated Satan through His death and resurrection. Believers are filled with the Holy Spirit, and God's Spirit is infinitely greater than the enemy. Every time demons encountered Jesus in the Gospels, they were terrified of Him—not the other way around. Bible Passage 1 John 4:4 Pray for Discernment Coleton warns against seeing demons behind every inconvenience. The Bible teaches balance. Sometimes problems are spiritual. Sometimes they are physical. Sometimes they arise from our own sinful desires. Believers need wisdom to recognize the difference rather than becoming fearful or superstitious. Bible Passages James 1 1 Timothy 5:23 Know the Scriptures When Jesus faced Satan's temptations in the wilderness, He answered every attack with Scripture. God's Word is called the sword of the Spirit because truth defeats lies. The better Christians know God's Word, the better prepared they are to resist temptation and deception. Bible Passages Matthew 4 Ephesians 6 James 4:7 Make This Prayer Part of Your Daily Life Coleton challenges the church to actually pray the prayer Jesus taught. Pray for: your marriage, your children, your workplace, your church, your community, your city, your government, and everyone God has entrusted to your care. The power is not in our words. The power is in the God to whom we pray. Quote "Satan dreads nothing but prayer... He laughs at our toil... but he trembles when we pray." — Samuel Chadwick Persevere in the Battle Coleton closes with an illustration from the final days of World War II. After realizing Germany had lost, Hitler issued the Nero Decree, ordering the destruction of his own nation's infrastructure so the Allies could not benefit from it. Though defeated, he sought to cause as much destruction as possible before the end. Coleton compares this to Satan. The cross and resurrection settled the outcome. Jesus has already won. Satan knows his defeat is certain. Until Christ returns, however, he seeks to steal, kill, destroy, and create as much devastation as possible. That is why Christians must not become discouraged when they experience spiritual opposition. Spiritual conflict is not necessarily evidence that you are outside God's will. Often, it is evidence that God's kingdom is advancing through your life—and the enemy wants to stop it. Jesus has already won the victory. Now He invites His followers to participate in that victory through faithful, persistent prayer. Discipleship Group Questions Why do you think Jesus chose to end the Lord's Prayer with, "Deliver us from the evil one"? What does that reveal about the Christian life? How does understanding that "our struggle is not against flesh and blood" change the way we view difficult people, cultural conflicts, or personal hardships? Coleton emphasized that not every difficulty is spiritual warfare, but some certainly is. How can Christians grow in discernment without becoming fearful or overly focused on the demonic? Which of the practical responses challenged you the most: living without fear, praying for discernment, knowing Scripture, praying regularly against spiritual evil, or persevering? Why? What specific people, places, or situations in your life need to become part of your regular prayer for God's protection and deliverance from the evil one? Culture of Gospel Share this with someone in your life who doesn't know Jesus Every one of us senses that something is deeply broken in the world—and often within ourselves. Jesus teaches that the answer isn't simply trying harder, but trusting the One who has already defeated the deepest source of evil and invites us to live in His victory, freedom, and peace.

Último programa de la temporada. Una temporada llena de aventuras que llega a su fin no sin traeros unas interesantes propuestas. La principal, una entrega de Scriptorium en la que os ofrecemos ideas para leer este verano. El libro que elevamos al título, y al que prestaremos más atención, es “Sáhara occidental: La colonia que España nunca descolonizó”, escrito por Pablo Ignacio de Dalmases y publicado por Almuzara. Y no tan en profundidad, pero también os hablaremos de “El latido de Wounded Knee. La norteamérica indígena de 1890 al presente”, de David Treuer (Capitán Swing, 2026); “Historia de las guerras púnica” de J. Vilmont (Almuzara, 2026); “La ciencia en el antiguo Egipto” de Gonzalo Gómez (Nun, 2025); y “Cadenas de hierro y barro” de Miquel Fornera (Edhasa, 2026). Y mención aparte de otra novedad, “¿Sabías qué? Historia del antiguo Oriente Próximo”, de nuestro compañero Sergio Alejo, en el que recopila historias breves de civilizaciones fascinantes como Egipto, Mesopotamia o Persia. Y si os parece poco, sorteamos hasta 3 ejemplares del libro, visitad el apartado Comunidad del LBP en Ivoox. Todo de la mano del trío bibliotecario al completo: Pello Larrinaga, Mikel Carramiñana y Bikendi Goiko-uria. También tendremos una breve incursión final de nuestra estimada selenita, Noemi Villaverde, que nos habla de invenciones cuyos auténticos orígenes a menudo olvidamos o ignoramos. En este caso, se centra en inventos realizados por personas negras o africanas. Será, por supuesto, en Una Antropóloga en la Luna. En la repetición, contamos con la séptima y última entrega de la saga que le dedicamos hace muchos años al último romano, Flavio Belisario. Todo de la mano de Sergio Alejo, en Por los Dioses. Y dado que concluye la temporada, dedicaremos un buen rato a cerrarla con una despedida a dos voces. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

"Mysterious Forces of Civilization" by Abdul-Baha Abbas explores the challenges faced by Persia in the 19th century as it grappled with modernization and the influence of Western culture. Written by the appointed successor of the Bahá'í Faith's founder, this work addresses the pressing debates of its time, such as the need to embrace or reject Western technology and values. Its themes of cultural identity, progress, and the quest for a better society remain relevant today as nations navigate similar dilemmas in an increasingly globalized world. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on the enduring quest for balance between tradition and modernity, making it a significant and thought-provoking experience for contemporary audiences.

Athens doesn't just lose a battle in Sicily, it loses the foundation of its power. We start with Thucydides' brutal assessment of the Sicilian Expedition: a fleet shattered, an army trapped, commanders executed, and survivors driven into captivity. Then we follow the story where it gets even more unsettling, back home in Athens, as rumors arrive that sound too impossible to believe. A city that has lived on naval dominance for generations suddenly has to imagine life without triremes, without trained rowers, and without the veteran hoplites who defend Attica.From there, we walk through what the disaster actually costs: warships effectively vanishing, thousands of citizens dead, the treasury strained by two massive expeditions, and an empire now held together by confidence more than capability. As panic spreads and fears of revolt rise, Athens responds with emergency governance and hard choices. We talk through the leadership crisis, the creation of the proboloi, the push to rebuild the fleet, and the financial reforms that include a 5% tax on maritime trade, all designed to keep the city alive long enough to fight the next round.Finally, we widen the lens to the geopolitical chain reaction: Sparta senses opportunity, allies look for exits, and Persia reenters Greek affairs as the one power with the money to change the naval balance. We trace the competing agendas of satraps like Tissaphernes and Pharnabazus, the role of Alcibiades, the pivot toward Chios, and how earthquakes, debate, and delay produce a risky three-pronged strategy aimed at Chios, Lesbos, and the Hellespont. If you're following the Peloponnesian War for the big turning points, this is one of them. Subscribe for what comes next, share the episode with a fellow history fan, and leave a review with your take on Athens' best move after Sicily. Support the show

In this episode, I talk to award-winning historian, and novelist, Dr. Adrian Goldsworthy. He is the author of numerous books on ancient history, especially the Romans, and we'll be discussing his latest one, which came out in May, Athens and Sparta: The Rivalry that Shaped Ancient Greece. Highlights* Do you think readers will perceive any parallels between ancient Athenian politics and recent history?* What are our sources like for this period? How biased are they? What's missing?* How Athenian were the Spartans and how Spartan were the Athenians? * How did Athens and Sparta become rival powers? What set the stage for the Peloponnesian War?* What can we learn about the strengths and weaknesses of democracy from the Athenians? * What was the status of slaves and women in Athens and Sparta?* What can we learn about how alliances work, or don't work?* What role did ancient “technological” advantage play in the outcome of the war?* What would have happened if the Athenians had stuck to the military policies of Pericles?* Was Sparta a bit of a myth? How distorted is the popular image of the Spartans today?* If the Athenians had conquered Sicily and defeated Sparta, would they have invaded Persia? (What caused the Sicilian disaster?)Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Links* Adrian Goldsworthy's Amazon author profile* Athens and Sparta on AmazonThanks for reading Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life at donaldrobertson.substack.com/subscribe

Preview for Later Today: Guest: Edmund Fitton-Brown. Edmund Fitton-Brown critiques the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding as a disastrous negotiation. He argues the deal incorporates Iranian tricks, frontloads their benefits, and undermines the United States and its regional ally, Israel.1721 PERSIA

STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FEATURING BILL ROGGIO, HUSAIN HAQQANI, SAMUEL BEN-UR, 6-22-261903 PERSIAThe provided text is a transcript from the John Batchelor Show featuring a deep-dive discussion on the fragile diplomatic landscape involving the United States, Iran, and Israel. The participants analyze the "ceaseless fire" in Lebanon and the Straits of Hormuz, questioning the validity of reported progress in peace talks hosted in Switzerland. Hussain Haqqani provides a skeptical view of the American leadership's lack of a clear endgame, while Bill Roggioemphasizes Iran's strategic leverage over vital shipping lanes. A significant portion of the dialogue focuses on Pakistanand Qatar emerging as unexpected mediators between the warring factions. Additionally, the conversation addresses the sidelined status of Hamas, suggesting a rift has formed between the group and its Iranian backers. Ultimately, the sources paint a picture of a stalemated conflict where threats often substitute for actionable military or diplomatic solutions.1903 PERSIA

Something strange is hiding inside five Old Testament books — and it maps almost exactly onto what's happening in America right now. Lance Wallnau calls it the Chaos Code: a biblical framework for decoding this moment in history, built from the same prophetic hyperlinks that predicted Israel's return to the land in 1948 and the rise of Cyrus in ancient Persia. What if the chaos isn't random? What if it's written? In this episode, Lance unpacks the pattern God has used throughout history to raise up unlikely leaders, restore broken nations, and position his people at the gates of culture — and why that same pattern is playing out right now in real time. In this episode: * The Chaos Code explained — what Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Haggai & Zechariah reveal about today * Why Trump's rise mirrors the ancient Cyrus prophecy in Isaiah 45 — word for word * The moment Lance read that prophecy to Trump face to face, and Trump's exact response * Why Trump posted a Kim Clement "Holy Ghost and fire" prophecy on Truth Social — and the media went silent * A politician dead for 25 minutes who came back with a vision that explains the Seven Mountains * Why 70% of Trump's cabinet are born-again Christians and what they're praying for * The Seven Mountains mandate — and how to apply it in your own city starting now * Sheep nations vs. goat nations: the end-time assignment most of the church is missing * Why the shaking you're seeing is a sign of what's behind it, not what's ahead The deeper things get, the more you need a framework that holds. This is that framework. Podcast Episode 2155: The 'Chaos Code' Decoding What's Happening Right Now | don't miss this! Listen to more episodes of the Lance Wallnau Show at lancewallnau.com/podcast

"The holy Martyrs Manuel, Sabel, and Ishmael, Persians by race and brethren according to the flesh, were sent by the Persian King as ambassadors to Julian the Apostate to negotiate a peace treaty. While with him at a place near Chalcedon, they refused to join him in offering sacrifice to his idols. Scorning the immunity universally accorded ambassadors, he had them slain in the year 362. This was a cause of the war with Persia in which Julian perished miserably the following year." (Great Horologion)

Bill Roggio discusses a rumored memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran. Roggio expresses skepticism, noting that while the Strait of Hormuz may reopen, the deal fails to address Iran's nuclear program or its support for regional proxies like Hezbollah. (1)1903 PERSIA

Peter Huessy explains that Russia views low-yield, tactical nuclear weapons as usable battlefield tools to achieve victory or coerce opponents. He contrasts this with U.S. doctrine, which keeps such weapons under central command. Huessywarns of the lack of transparency regarding China's dual-use nuclear capabilities and Russia's "reckless" potential to use these weapons. (10)1933 PERSIA

Peter Huessy discusses the history of "tactical" nuclear weapons and the 1950s Desert Rock exercises where U.S. troops were exposed to nuclear detonations. He details the health risks soldiers faced and parallels these actions with Sovietmaneuvers, highlighting the "ludicrous" idea of trying to operate militarily in a post-detonation environment. (9)1920 PERSIA

Richard Epstein analyzes the legal effort to prevent the removal of Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Centerfacade. He argues that the Trump-aligned board's appeal lacks legal merit and strength, as removing a nameplate does not constitute irreparable harm. Epstein suggests the judge should consider firing the current board due to bias. (3)1903 PERSIA

Jeff McCausland draws parallels between the performative style of Civil War General Jeb Stuart and current Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. He critiques Hegseth's recent speeches in Singapore, Normandy, and Guantanamo, arguing they prioritize individual image over grand strategy and mark significant, potentially transactional shifts in long-standing U.S. foreign policy toward Taiwan and European allies. (12)PERSIA

Jeff Bliss discusses the surprising results of the Los Angeles City Council primary, where Nithya Raman surged despite initially conceding. He highlights allegations of voter fraud in the Skid Row area and the impact of California's ballot harvesting laws. The segment also touches on Xavier Becerra's lead in the governor's race. (2)1903 PERSIA

Jeff Bliss describes massive, deadly swells hitting California beaches due to a southern hemisphere storm system. The conversation shifts to Las Vegas, where a massive, highly anticipated In-N-Out Burger recently opened on the Strip. Bliss details the chain's reputation for fresh food, cleanliness, and fair employee wages. (1)1903 PERSIA

Veronique de Rugy argues that the U.S. already has the most progressive tax system among OECD countries, with the wealthy paying a disproportionate share of revenue. She critiques Thomas Piketty's proposal for a global wealth tax and mandated "degrowth," characterizing it as an effort to limit national growth under the guise of climate and social justice. (13)1904 PERSIA

Esther 10 At times, the struggles and agonies of the day distort our perception of God and blur our vision of the future. That's why hope is woven throughout Scripture from Genesis to Revelation. In just three verses, Esther 10 offers a glimpse of Mordecai's blessing over Persia, giving us a foretaste of God's glorious blessings to come. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he guides us through this powerful reminder that God will triumph in the end. Let this message renew your clarity and strengthen your hope in the bright future God has prepared for you.

Esther 10 At times, the struggles and agonies of the day distort our perception of God and blur our vision of the future. That's why hope is woven throughout Scripture from Genesis to Revelation. In just three verses, Esther 10 offers a glimpse of Mordecai's blessing over Persia, giving us a foretaste of God's glorious blessings to come. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he guides us through this powerful reminder that God will triumph in the end. Let this message renew your clarity and strengthen your hope in the bright future God has prepared for you.