Podcast appearances and mentions of Randy White

Haggai calls Judah to rebuild the Lord's house, consider their ways, trust God's presence, and look ahead to future temple and kingdom glory.

Daniel stands as a faithful statesman-seer in Babylon, revealing God's rule over empires, Israel's future hope, and prophetic truth confirmed by Jesus Himself.

Ezekiel, a priest-prophet in exile, embodied God's message through visions, signs, silence, grief, judgment, and restoration, proving Israel would know the LORD.

Obadiah announces Edom's judgment for pride and betrayal, turning brotherly violence into divine recompense while pointing from Zion's deliverance to the LORD's kingdom.

Nehemiah returns to Jerusalem, confronts compromise, restores temple order, enforces Sabbath obedience, corrects mixed marriages, and calls God to remember his faithful reforms.

Nehemiah 12:27-47 records Jerusalem's wall dedication through gathered Levites, ordered thanksgiving companies, sacrifices, rejoicing, purification, and restored temple support.

By Warren Cole Smith Megachurches are not going away, of course. But data in recent years suggest their growth and numbers are leveling out, and possibly even declining. In 1970, the United States had less than 20 protestant megachurches, churches with more than 2,000 in weekly attendance. Today, that number is close to 2,000, a 100-fold increase. However, this number has been mostly unchanged for the past 10 years. In other words, after a period of explosive growth from 1970 to about 2010, the growth in the number of megachurches, and the number of people who attend them, seems to have stagnated. Outreach Magazine publishes an annual list of the fastest growing churches in America, and the largest churches in America. I recently compared the most recent list to the list from 2006 — 20 years ago. My analysis was not comprehensive, but it was fascinating. For example, the largest church on the 2006 list was Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, pastored by Joel Osteen. In 2006 and 2026, the attendance listed was 45,000. No growth whatsoever over a 20-year period. The No. 2 church on the 2006 list was Florida's Without Walls International Church, led by Randy White, the former husband of Prosperity Gospel preacher and Trump advisor Paula White. Without Walls had 23,900 attendees in 2006. Today, that church is not on the list. It sold its facility in 2011 following the divorce of Randy and Paula White, not to mention other public scandals. Today, the church still exists, but attendance figures are hard to come by. Attendance is likely in the hundreds or — at most —low thousands. Not the tens of thousands of its heyday. The No. 3 church on the 2006 church is the Second Baptist Church of Houston, which listed attendance of 22,266 in 2006 and still has attendance of 19,564 today. That is a slight decline over the past two decades, but Second Baptist is still a substantial church and a force in the Houston area. Rounding out the Top Five on the 2006 list are New Birth Missionary Baptist Church (22,000) and Willow Creek Church (21,500). Both churches have been wracked by scandal and are now much smaller today than then. In short, not one of the Top Five churches of 2006 grew in the intervening decades, and three of the five had very public scandals that precipitated dramatic declines.  I do not want to overstate my case. As William Bennett famously said, “The plural of anecdote is not data.” I am sharing anecdotes, not data — or at least, not all the data. I will be the first to admit that. And I can think of a couple of good counterarguments to my thesis that the Age of the Megachurch is over. First, while these churches have declined, others have emerged, and some of them are very large indeed. For example, Life.Church of Edmond, Okla., led by Craig Groeschel, now claims 85,000 attendees. That makes it the largest church in the nation. Church of the Highlands of Birmingham, Ala., is led by Chris Hodges. That church claims 60,000 attendees. And Christ's Church of the Valley in Peoria, Ariz., is both the No. 3 church on this year's list and it remains one of the fastest growing churches in the country, with 54,142 in weekly attendance. However, it is worth noting that all three of these churches are multi-site churches. Life.Church has more than 45 physical locations. Church of the Highlands has at least 27 locations. Christ's Church of the Valley has more than 18 physical locations. The multisite phenomenon was rare in 2006 and nonexistent in 1970. It is obvious that if these multisite churches were not aggregating numbers from dozens of sites, their numbers would be much less eye-popping. The growth in multi-site churches, and the anemic growth in the number of megachurches also make obvious that American infatuation with megachurches seems to be in decline. Ryan Burge, my “go to guy” when it comes to church data, notes that the median size of a church in America is about 70 people. Put plainly, the nation's megachurches attract about five to seven million people each week. But non-megachurches attract 10 times that many — 50 to 70 million people. In other words, the megachurch is not now, nor has it ever been, representative of the church experience in the United States. Megachurches feel dominant because they receive media attention, and they can invest in radio, television, and other mass media. But that is an illusion.  Will these trends continue? The answer to that question is, likely, “yes.” First, lots of church leaders, even those in the church growth movement, are growing tired of the megachurch and multisite model. Here at MinistryWatch, we have written about Watermark Church, which abandoned its multisite model in 2021. Most of those sites became independent churches, and they are now thriving. Some of these independent churches have themselves planted churches. Mark Dever, pastor of Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, D.C., is someone who has never embraced either the megachurch or the multisite model. His church has intentionally stayed relatively small, less than 1,000 in weekly attendance, and it has been equally intentional about planting churches in the D.C. area. So far, CHBC has helped plant or revitalize more than a dozen churches in the surrounding area. Secondly, it is important to note that the megachurch is at least as much a cultural phenomenon as it is a spiritual phenomenon. Megachurches are the brainchild of Baby Boomers and the post-World War II industrialization of America and the world. That is why I often refer to the “Evangelical Industrial Complex” to describe what has happened to religious life since the 1970s. The industrial model, with its features of scale and mass production, has proven damaging to the mission of the church, and it has lost its appeal to subsequent generations, who value community and relationships. We can now see that evangelicalism's industrial model is good at empire building, but not as good at kingdom building. So, to return to the question that started this conversation: Is the Age of the Megachurch over? The answer to that question may be that it really never was. The sturm und drang of the megachurch movement has turned out to be just what Goethe's famous expression suggests: overwrought, full of passion, but fleeting. Megachurches will not disappear, but after a half-century of observation, we can say that the legacy of the megachurch is mixed, and includes scandal, spiritual deconstruction, and cynicism. In short, becoming a megachurch is no longer the goal to which even church growth advocates aspire. Many faithful Christians are discovering the wisdom found along the Old Paths, and they can say with conviction E.F Schumacher might admire: “small is beautiful.” The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. I'm your host Warren Smith. Until next time, may God bless you.

Rich Jones is live from Brantley County as the huge Highway 82 wildfire is slowly being contained. Relief resources are coming in from all over, including Randy White, who traveled from Idaho to help make a difference.

Nehemiah 11–12 records Jerusalem's organized settlement, village lists, priestly courses, Levitical records, and the chronology questions surrounding Eliashib and later generations.

Habakkuk questions God's silence, receives the Chaldean answer, learns faith amid judgment, and gives a key insight into Psalms postscripts.

Ezra and Nehemiah confront Israel's sin, lead confession and covenant renewal, and reveal one reform movement seen from two perspectives: repentance, separation, and obedience.

Jeremiah warned Judah of covenant judgment as Babylon rose, revealing a tender yet faithful prophet whose message moved from national collapse to promised restoration hope.

Ezra and Nehemiah confront Israel's sin, lead confession and covenant renewal, and reveal one reform movement seen from two perspectives: repentance, separation, and obedience.

Ezra and Nehemiah confront Israel's sin, lead confession and covenant renewal, and reveal one reform movement seen from two perspectives: repentance, separation, and obedience.

Zephaniah warns Judah and nations of the near Day of the LORD, condemning idolatry and complacency, yet promises a purified remnant, restoration, and joy ahead.

Ezra and Nehemiah expose Israel's compromise, lead public confession, and recount God's faithful mercy, showing repentance, covenant renewal, and the danger of mingling.

Nahum's brief prophecy reveals God's justice and comfort: the Elkoshite announces Nineveh's downfall, contrasts Jonah, dates the setting, and traces echoes in Isaiah and Romans.

Brian, Dallas & Marten talk week 1 of Spring Ball!---------------Join us (and our OnlyTubs Discord) by subscribing to our Patreon!www.patreon.com/tubsattheclubShow Sponsors: Hughes River Expeditionswww.hughesriver.comThank you to our Patreons! The show would not be possible without you! www.patreon.com/tubsattheclub(this list is probably outdated sorry)Club Card: Dan Krotzer, Jonathan Zinnel, Kurt Borchardt, Matthew Janicek, Michalk, Nick Weber, “OGC”, Ron Woodman, Tom Kendall, Thomas Warren, VandalPride92Tub Token: Ann Averitt, Bryan Crookham, Cleve, Dutch, Fred Noland, Hunter Hawkins, Jason Mayer, John Law, Josh Yon, KaijinVandal, Martin Arnzen, Nick Davis, Sean “The Podfather” Kramer, Steve Kurtz, Tim Nicolello, Tom McCormick, Tyler HarringtonPremium Drink Token: Angela Arnzen, Beta Joe, Bradley Laplante, Chad Curtis, Chuck Caswell, Dane Moon, Dave Ellison, David Judd, Fred Noland, Gaylen Wood, James Gannon, Jarom Taylor, Jeremiah, John Peterson, Jonathan Jacobs, Josh Starkey, Kevin Ridenour, Kristy “Pristine B-tch” Mayer, Lucas Hight, Michael Farrell, Mike Sutton, Nickolaus Stutzman, Rick Sparks, Robert Borisch, Ryan Kruger, Sam Dane, Sean Foster, Shea Staszak, Steve Greene, Steve Linsdey, Taylor Cash, Todd Glindeman, Todd Pinter, Travis Thompson, Turner WebbWell Token: Alex, Andrew Dennis, Andrew Kusik, Austin Pimentel, Brad K, Cameron Cochems, Connor Lindstrom, Curtis Westhoff, Dan Hunt, Dan Martson, Gage Purdom, Greendale, Jade Helmich, James, Jamie Hill, Jared Waters, Lightcrustdoughboy, Geoff, Simon Miller, Maxx Antush, Matt Kalbfleisch, Mike Amos, Mike Culleton, Nate Mink, Nick McIver, Patrick Frerks, Peter Soeth, PM, Randy White, Robbie Knight, Roger Dorn, Ryan Farren, TimH, Tim Reichstein, TribeFromThaNorth, VandalAU, Vandal88

Ezra receives Artaxerxes' letter, granting authority, resources, and tax exemptions. Leaders gather, Levites recruited, offerings entrusted, fast proclaimed, and God protects the journey to Jerusalem.

Dr. Randy White teaches God's unchanging character defines morality, Scripture is the objective standard, natural law and conscience witness it, and grace shapes Christian ethics today always.

Ezra receives Artaxerxes' letter, granting authority, resources, and tax exemptions. Leaders gather, Levites recruited, offerings entrusted, fast proclaimed, and God protects the journey to Jerusalem.

Micah exposes injustice, calls God's people to repent, pursue justice, love mercy, walk humbly, and trust God's promise of restoration through faithful, covenant-keeping love.

Hosea ministered during Israel's prosperity and decay, embodying God's covenant love by marrying Gomer, naming prophetic children, warning judgment, and promising restoration through redeeming grace.

Ezra, a priestly scribe, returns to Jerusalem with God's favor, leading Israelites, teaching Torah obedience, and receiving Persian authorization, resources, exemptions, and gratitude.

Both the men and women's team head into the final weekend of Conference play before #StarchMadness starts. Brian and Marten talk preview and recap the last 2 games and also preview the final weekend!—---------------Thank you to our Patreons! The show would not be possible without you! www.patreon.com/tubsattheclubCheck us out on Substack! tubsattheclub.substack.comClub Card: Dan Krotzer, Jonathan Zinnel, Kurt Borchardt, Matthew Janicek, Michalk, Nick Weber, “OGC”, Ron Woodman, Tom Kendall, Thomas Warren, VandalPride92Tub Token: Ann Averitt, Bryan Crookham, Cleve, Dutch, Fred Noland, Hunter Hawkins, Jason Mayer, John Law, Josh Yon, KaijinVandal, Martin Arnzen, Nick Davis, Sean “The Podfather” Kramer, Steve Kurtz, Tim Nicolello, Tom McCormick, Tyler HarringtonPremium Drink Token: Angela Arnzen, Beta Joe, Bradley Laplante, Chad Curtis, Chuck Caswell, Dane Moon, Dave Ellison, David Judd, Fred Noland, Gaylen Wood, James Gannon, Jarom Taylor, Jeremiah, John Peterson, Jonathan Jacobs, Josh Starkey, Kevin Ridenour, Kristy “Pristine B-tch” Mayer, Lucas Hight, Michael Farrell, Mike Sutton, Nickolaus Stutzman, Rick Sparks, Robert Borisch, Ryan Kruger, Sam Dane, Sean Foster, Shea Staszak, Steve Greene, Steve Linsdey, Taylor Cash, Todd Glindeman, Todd Pinter, Travis Thompson, Turner WebbWell Token: Alex, Andrew Dennis, Andrew Kusik, Austin Pimentel, Brad K, Cameron Cochems, Connor Lindstrom, Curtis Westhoff, Dan Hunt, Dan Martson, Gage Purdom, Greendale, Jade Helmich, James, Jamie Hill, Jared Waters, Lightcrustdoughboy, Geoff, Simon Miller, Maxx Antush, Matt Kalbfleisch, Mike Amos, Mike Culleton, Nate Mink, Nick McIver, Patrick Frerks, Peter Soeth, PM, Randy White, Robbie Knight, Roger Dorn, Ryan Farren, TimH, Tim Reichstein, TribeFromThaNorth, VandalAU, Vandal88Join us (and our OnlyTubs Discord) by subscribing to our Patreon!www.patreon.com/tubsattheclubShow Sponsors: Hughes River Expeditionswww.hughesriver.com

The temple was completed in Adar, dedicated joyfully with sacrifices, and Passover was celebrated again with purified priests, returning exiles, and converts who separated from paganism.

Amos, a shepherd from Tekoa, prophesied against Israel's social injustice and empty worship during prosperity, warning of certain judgment while promising future restoration.

Darius discovers Cyrus' decree authorizing temple reconstruction, confirms funding from regional tribute, mandates sacrificial provisions, and orders Tattenai to cease interference—ensuring swift completion.

Isaiah prophesied during tumultuous times, encountering God's holiness, confronting kings with faith, and declaring the coming Davidic King who would reign eternally with righteousness.

On this week's episode, getting "free breakfast" is a chore on Saturdays, Rush Limbaugh shares Randy White's favorite cocktail recipe, Randy the Chipmunk lost his a** on the NBA finals in Vegas, DJ Pre-K got outbid on his dream car, and much more...

Paul's closing to 2 Thessalonians addresses disorderly conduct, urges tireless well-doing, authenticates his letter against forgeries, and wraps all in Christ's grace and peace.

Prophetic voices restart temple construction, opposition appeals to Persia, work continues under scrutiny, and Israel's case is lawfully presented to Darius, setting the stage for vindication.

Jonah flees God's call to Nineveh, is swallowed by a fish, reluctantly preaches, and struggles when God shows mercy to repentant enemies.

A careful study of 2 Thessalonians 3:6–12, examining work, disorderly conduct, apostolic authority, historical context, and why Paul's command must be applied with discernment, not absolutism.

Elisha's prophetic ministry demonstrated God's sustaining power through miracles of provision, healing, and restoration—authority that transcended borders, outlasted death, and sustained a nation without revival.

Ezra 4 shows opponents posing as allies, weaponizing imperial bureaucracy and fear of rebellion to halt Jerusalem's rebuilding until Darius restores momentum again later.

Ezra traces restoration: altar to foundation, worship before completion, joy and tears mingled, and principled refusal of compromised cooperation as opposition emerges against covenant faithfulness.

Shemaiah, the man of God, stopped a civil war with one command, proving prophetic authority overrides political logic and prevents covenantal bloodshed.

Ahijah announced Israel's division as covenant judgment, offered Jeroboam conditional kingship, then prophesied his dynasty's destruction for idolatry and disobedience.

Tracing the return from exile, we reconstruct the seventh-month feast, altar restoration, leadership roles, and Ezra–Nehemiah timelines to show worship restored before walls or temple.

Paul explains how rejection of truth leads to delusion, judgment, and deception, while God preserves His chosen people within Israel's prophetic program and the coming defeat of the Antichrist.

Nathan served as God's prophet, delivering the Davidic Covenant, rebuking David's sin with Bathsheba, and ensuring Solomon's rightful succession to Israel's throne.

Nehemiah completed Jerusalem's walls with few inhabitants. He appointed his faithful brother as security chief, then documented the initial returnees. Nearly 50,000 exiles would later repopulate the city.

A fresh, text-first examination of the Magi, December 25, and Gospel chronology—challenging tradition, testing assumptions, and restoring coherence between Matthew and Luke.

Ezra 1:1–4 marks the lawful end of exile, as God fulfills Jeremiah's prophecy through Cyrus's decree, initiating restoration by covenant timing rather than Israel's readiness.

Nehemiah 6 shows opposition shifting from threats to deception, yet steadfast leadership, prayer, and perseverance bring the wall to completion as God's quiet hand prevails.

Magi uniquely came from Persian priesthood, monotheistic and messianic, shaped by Mesopotamian roots and Daniel's prophecies, astronomy, and timing that led them to Messiah's birth.

Explore who the Magi really were—Persian scholar-priests, not kings or sorcerers—and why Matthew carefully distinguished them. A historical, linguistic look at their search for Israel's King.

A study of Nehemiah 5:14–19 highlighting his integrity, refusal of privilege, covenant-based prayer, and how his personal example strengthens the reforms of verses 1–13.

Dr. Randy White explores Nehemiah 5, where internal exploitation among Jews threatens unity. Nehemiah demands justice, ensuring integrity and covenant faithfulness continue amidst rebuilding.