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An introductory sermon in our series titled Revelation: Loyalty to the Lamb in the Land of Idols. In this series, we will look at the first five chapters of Revelation and learn what whole-hearted allegiance to the way of the Lamb looks like. Scripture reading: Revelation 1:1-3Recommended resources: Reading Revelation Responsibly by Michael GormanBibleProject video: How to Read Apocalyptic Literature. Learn more about Redeemer Church at redeemerclt.org.
Every Open Door God has a way of opening doors at just the right time. Not our time, but His. And when He does, it is not by accident or coincidence. It is intentional, prepared, and placed right where you are at the moment. The key is learning to recognize when that open door is from the Lord and not a distraction trying to pull you away from your purpose. Now there are seasons in all of our lives when it feels like nothing is moving, it seems like you're just waiting, praying, and wondering when something will change. Then, almost overnight, a door opens, and if you're not paying attention, you might miss it or mistake it for something else. Revelation Revelation 3:8 “I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name.” Intro Music By: Mike Outland
*Audio note: Near the end of the sermon, the handheld microphone battery died and Josh switched to a wired microphone for the rest of the sermon. This has resulted in a lower volume for the final 2 minutes. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.*The first sermon in our series titled Revelation: Loyalty to the Lamb in the Land of Idols. In this series, we will look at the first five chapters of Revelation and learn what whole-hearted allegiance to the way of the Lamb looks like. Scripture reading: Revelation 5:1-6Recommended resources: Reading Revelation Responsibly by Michael GormanBibleProject videos on Revelation (Part 1 and Part 2)Learn more about Redeemer Church at redeemerclt.org.
Before we leave this book, remember and reflect on… 1. The Reliability of the Revelation v.6 - If we believe Revelation is true, we must live our lives accordingly. 2. The Readiness of the Revelation v.7a, 12 3. The Reward and Repayment of the Revelation v.7b, 11, 12b -Revelation teaches Recompense… Reward for the Righteous Reckoning for the Rebellious 4. The Restrictions of the Revelation v.8-10 Do Worship God ONLY Do NOT seal up the words of the prophecy of this book 5. The Reason for Revelation v.13 Jesus is the reason! He is The Revelation!
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Will Leviathan Drive WW3? (Iran, Jerusalem, the Army of God)Dan Duval releases a rapid-response update interpreting recent global tensions as the possible opening stage of World War III. Referencing reports that the United States and Israel had bombed Iran, he frames the developments through a prophetic and spiritual warfare lens.Duval also discusses what he describes as the influence of Leviathan. He links this concept to elements of Kabbalah, including the “kosher serpent” doctrine and the concept of twin messianic figures Messiah ben Joseph and Messiah ben David, which are called twin leviathans. He argues that political Zionism and emerging ideas of universal consciousness form part of a hidden spiritual agenda that ultimately leads toward global governance through the catalyst of World War III.According to Duval, unseen powers manipulate opposing sides in geopolitical conflicts in order to maximize chaos and bloodshed, with particular focus on Jerusalem and the Temple Mount. He situates these developments within a biblical end-times framework, citing passages from the Book of Revelation (Revelation 11), Second Epistle to the Thessalonians (2 Thessalonians 2), and Book of Zechariah (Zechariah 14). He interprets current events as setting the stage for the rise of the Antichrist and escalating end-times conflict, while calling believers to respond through spiritual authority, prayer, and alignment with heaven.
How does the entire Bible fit together? In this episode of inContext, Michael Easley sits down with New Testament scholar Alan Thompson, author of A Basic Guide to Biblical Theology, to explore how Scripture unfolds as one unified story. They unpack the difference between exegesis, biblical theology, and systematic theology—and explain why context is king when reading the Bible. You'll learn how the major covenants (Abrahamic, Mosaic, Davidic, and New) progressively reveal God's redemptive plan, how Jesus fulfills those promises, and what He meant when He said the Kingdom of God was “at hand.” They also explore the “now and not yet” tension in the New Testament, the meaning of inheriting the Kingdom, the Exodus as a pattern of redemption, temple imagery throughout Scripture, and the breathtaking vision of the holy city in Revelation 21. If you want to grow deeper in your understanding of Scripture—and think theologically about your faith—this conversation will strengthen your confidence in God's Word.Subscribe for more in-depth biblical conversations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction & Prayer 02:00 What Is Biblical Theology? 05:30 Exegesis vs. Systematic Theology 09:00 The Kingdom of God Explained 14:00 What First-Century Jews Expected 18:00 The Major Biblical Covenants 26:30 The New Covenant & the Lord's Supper 32:00 Exodus, Temple & God's Presence 38:30 The “Now and Not Yet” Framework 44:00 Inheriting the Kingdom 47:00 The Holy City & Final Transformation 52:00 Why Theology Matters for Every Christian Key Topics Covered Biblical theology vs. systematic theology Why context is essential in Bible study The Abrahamic, Mosaic, Davidic, and New Covenants Jesus and the fulfillment of covenant promises The Kingdom of God: present and future The “now and not yet” tension in Scripture Exodus as a model of redemption Temple imagery from Eden to Revelation Revelation 21 and the holy city Final transformation and eternal hope Links Mentioned: A Basic Guide to Biblical Theology by Alan J. Thompson
This introduction sets the stage for a focused study of the seven letters to the seven churches in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 2–3), emphasizing that these are not ordinary epistles written by apostles but the direct words of Jesus Christ, given to John and recorded under divine direction as described in Revelation 1:1; the message highlights how these letters were written to real congregations in Asia Minor yet continue to function as a spiritual “litmus test” for believers today, calling the church—not buildings or institutions but people—to examine faithfulness, perseverance, repentance, and love in light of Christ's evaluation, while reminding readers of the promised blessing for those who read, hear, and obey what is written in Revelation 1:3. You can connect with Moriel in more locations than just YouTube! Check out all our official links on the About page: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorielTVministries/about.
The Reason for Revelation Revelation 1:1-3
+website www.bishinthenow.com +Youtube – BishInTheNow Bishop Jim’s insightful messages help others find THEIR METRON through M~otivation E~nlightenment T~ranscendence R~enewal O~utreach and N~etworking Join us in person each Sunday at 195 Arizona Ave NE w1, Atlanta, GA 30307 Watch the video on Facebook: Here Watch the video on Youtube : Here Follow Jim Swilley on Facebook to see the videos live Sundays at 11 am – https://www.youtube.com/bishinthenow What if the “worst thing that happened” is actually the crack in the concrete where your Tree of Life starts growing? In this Mobile Metron message, Bishop Jim Swilley announces Meditation Weekend #28 on Jekyll Island (Easter weekend)—then turns a real-life avalanche of caregiving decisions, renovation pressure, and even a surprise vet bill into a sharp spiritual lesson: Hope deferred makes the heart sick… but fulfilled desire becomes a Tree of Life. He contrasts the Tree of the Knowledge of Good & Evil (either/or, endless alternatives, analysis paralysis) with the Tree of Life (no Plan B, no more bargaining, just a clean “this is what must happen”). Along the way, he challenges biblicism (“bibliolatry”), reframes scripture as a living mirror, and delivers a direct word to anyone whose back is against the wall: take the exit the universe provides—before you pray against it. 5 takeaways The Tree of Life shows up when you don't have options.Swilley frames “fulfilled desire” not as getting everything you want, but as the moment you're forced into the only sane next step—and it sets you free. (Proverbs 13:12) Either/or thinking is the trap; “yes, and” is the upgrade.He links the Tree of Knowledge to binary thinking and anxiety—while the Tree of Life becomes the reality where you stop grading life as “good/bad” and start moving with clarity. Sometimes deliverance arrives wearing a tragedy costume.A fall, a forced placement, a hard decision—things you'd normally pray against—can be the exact mechanism that saves your life. Stop worshiping the book and start listening for the Voice.He calls “bibliolatry” idolatry, argues the Bible is “as human as it is divine,” and insists it's meant to connect you to the living Word—not be used as a weapon. If your back is against the wall, take the miracle-shaped door.He offers a pointed “prophetic” nudge to people stuck in situations that are draining them: when the exit appears, don't overthink it—move. Pull-quote (from the episode) “Whatever looks like a tragedy right now—before you pray against it, pray that you understand it.” Scriptures referenced (with citations) “Let there be light.” — Genesis 1:3 “Rightly dividing” / “correctly handling” the word — 2 Timothy 2:15 “The heavens declare the glory of God.” — Psalm 19:1 “Man shall not live by bread alone… every word that proceeds…” — Deuteronomy 8:3 (quoted by Jesus in Matthew 4:4) “The letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.” — 2 Corinthians 3:6 “Honor your father and mother.” — Exodus 20:12 (also Deuteronomy 5:16) “Fathers, do not provoke your children…” — Ephesians 6:4 (also Colossians 3:21) “The servant of the Lord must not strive.” — 2 Timothy 2:24 “Believe that you have received…” — Mark 11:24 “Faith is the substance/evidence of things not seen.” — Hebrews 11:1 “I desire mercy, not sacrifice.” — Hosea 6:6 (quoted in Matthew 9:13 and Matthew 12:7) “If it be possible, let this cup pass…” — Matthew 26:39 “Hope deferred makes the heart sick…” — Proverbs 13:12 “Tree of life” in the promise of Revelation — Revelation 22:14 (some translations render this as “right to the tree of life”) “My God shall supply all your need…” — Philippians 4:19
SummaryIn this episode of the Text Driven Podcast, Timothy Pigg and Carter Jurkovich discuss the fragmentation of the church body in the context of the digital church. They explore how online platforms can create divisions within the church community, the challenges of pastoral care in a digital age, and the implications of prioritizing global reach over local engagement in missions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of real community and the need for a path forward to recover a text-driven church.TakeawaysGreat Commission Weekend is a significant event for church leaders.Fragmentation in the church body is exacerbated by digital platforms.Digital church creates echo chambers that hinder true fellowship.Worshiping with diverse individuals fosters spiritual growth.Online church can lead to a selfish worship experience.Pastors face challenges due to competing online voices.Local engagement is crucial for effective missions.Investing in local churches can yield better results than digital outreach.The church must focus on real community rather than virtual connections.There is hope for recovering a text-driven church model.Sound bites"What does it look like today?""You only listen to what you want.""This isn't all bad news."Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Text Driven Podcast02:11 Great Commission Weekend: A Call to Action03:17 Understanding Fragmentation in the Church Body04:58 The Impact of Digital Platforms on Fellowship07:54 Echo Chambers and the Digital Church Experience10:21 The Dangers of Disengagement from Local Pastors13:33 Global Reach vs. Local Engagement in Missions18:38 Investing in Local Churches for Global Impact20:34 Conclusion: The Path Forward for the ChurchText-Driven Resources LinksTEXT-DRIVEN WOMENApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-women/id1638626764Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39bprfuuuoBdiu3qpbNbSSTEXT-DRIVEN PODCASTApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-podcast/id1558036179Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58S8Z1wSnubt8AVFkH3e1kTEXT-DRIVEN BIBLE STUDIESThe Book of Philippians (Text-Driven Bible Study) (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/1oypSB7Foundations: Genesis 1-11: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/b77kWZAThe Book of Titus: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/4RAQaalThe Seven Churches of Revelation: Revelation 1-5 (January 2026)CHURCH/FAMILY RESOURCESThe Local Church Matters https://a.co/d/5HNqbiQThe Seven Characteristics of a Text-Driven Woman (April 2026)Text-Driven Evangelism (January 2026)DEVOTIONALKnowing Jesus at Christmas: A 25-Day Devotional through the Gospel of Luke https://a.co/d/6YMm0a9Text-Driven Wisdom: A 31-Day Devotional through Proverbs https://a.co/d/17UC6jt
SummaryIn this episode of the Text Driven Podcast, hosts Timothy Pigg and Carter Jurkovich discuss the concept of 'Digital Church' and the associated theological drift that arises from the demand for viral content on social media. They explore how the pursuit of short, engaging clips can lead to a shallow understanding of complex theological concepts, ultimately risking the integrity of core doctrines. The conversation emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong doctrinal foundation and the challenges pastors face in a digital age where attention spans are short and the temptation for popularity is high.TakeawaysEvery church needs a doctrinal statement.The church is the pillar and buttress of truth.The digital church gives an easier path to drifting.You can't explain concepts of a transcendent God in 60 seconds.Once it's out there on social media, you're not getting it back.We want to be like the viral pastor with the great video.We're just supposed to be mere donkeys.Jesus was hated for what he said, and it was truth.It's spiritual temptation. I fight, you fight it.We need to be faithful to the text, driven by the text.Sound bites"Every church needs a doctrinal statement.""The church is the pillar and buttress of truth.""We're just supposed to be mere donkeys."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Digital Church and Theological Drift02:09 Understanding Theological Drift05:24 The Impact of Digital Culture on Theology09:52 The Dangers of Clickbait Theology13:54 The Call for Faithfulness in PreachingText-Driven Resources LinksTEXT-DRIVEN WOMENApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-women/id1638626764Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39bprfuuuoBdiu3qpbNbSSTEXT-DRIVEN PODCASTApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-podcast/id1558036179Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58S8Z1wSnubt8AVFkH3e1kTEXT-DRIVEN BIBLE STUDIESThe Book of Philippians (Text-Driven Bible Study) (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/1oypSB7Foundations: Genesis 1-11: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/b77kWZAThe Book of Titus: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/4RAQaalThe Seven Churches of Revelation: Revelation 1-5 (January 2026)CHURCH/FAMILY RESOURCESThe Local Church Matters https://a.co/d/5HNqbiQThe Seven Characteristics of a Text-Driven Woman (April 2026)Text-Driven Evangelism (January 2026)DEVOTIONALKnowing Jesus at Christmas: A 25-Day Devotional through the Gospel of Luke https://a.co/d/6YMm0a9Text-Driven Wisdom: A 31-Day Devotional through Proverbs https://a.co/d/17UC6jt
SummaryIn this episode of the Text-Driven Podcast, Timothy Pigg and Carter Jurkovich discuss the impact of the digital church on the gospel and ministry. They explore the concept of commodification, where the gospel is treated as a common product rather than a sacred message. The conversation delves into the dangers of diluting the gospel to attract viewers and the importance of measuring ministry impact beyond mere likes and views. They encourage pastors to seek biblical examples in their practices and to focus on building faithful ministries that produce genuine fruit for the kingdom of God.TakeawaysThe digital church has commodified the gospel, making it common.Evangelism disconnected from the local church is ineffective.The gospel's dilution leads to a focus on self-improvement rather than sin.Measuring ministry success by likes and views is misleading.Genuine conversions require follow-up and community.The local church is essential for discipleship and growth.Pastors should seek biblical precedence for their ministry practices.The gospel should not be treated like a product on a shelf.Faithfulness in ministry is more important than popularity.Real fruit for the kingdom comes from faithful ministry.Sound bites"The gospel has become common like ketchup.""Jesus does not gauge success on likes.""Turn off your live stream on Sunday."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Text-Driven Podcast01:48 New Resources for Living Wisely02:48 The Digital Church and Its Impact03:40 Understanding Commodification of the Gospel06:46 The Commonness of the Gospel in Digital Spaces09:41 The Danger of a Diluted Gospel12:44 Measuring Ministry Impact in the Digital Age17:12 Encouragement for Pastors and Ministry LeadersText-Driven Resources LinksTEXT-DRIVEN WOMENApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-women/id1638626764Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39bprfuuuoBdiu3qpbNbSSTEXT-DRIVEN PODCASTApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-podcast/id1558036179Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58S8Z1wSnubt8AVFkH3e1kTEXT-DRIVEN BIBLE STUDIESThe Book of Philippians (Text-Driven Bible Study) (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/1oypSB7Foundations: Genesis 1-11: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/b77kWZAThe Book of Titus: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/4RAQaalThe Seven Churches of Revelation: Revelation 1-5 (January 2026)CHURCH/FAMILY RESOURCESThe Local Church Matters https://a.co/d/5HNqbiQThe Seven Characteristics of a Text-Driven Woman (April 2026)Text-Driven Evangelism (January 2026)DEVOTIONALKnowing Jesus at Christmas: A 25-Day Devotional through the Gospel of Luke https://a.co/d/6YMm0a9Text-Driven Wisdom: A 31-Day Devotional through Proverbs https://a.co/d/17UC6jt
1. Truly understanding Revelation means obeying it (22:6-11).2. Truly understanding Revelation means preparing for it (22:12-15).3. Truly understanding Revelation means coming to Jesus (22. 16-21).
James Jordan continues his walk through the Book of Revelation with a look at Ezekiel and Revelation 10. To listen to this ENTIRE series right now (with class notes!), download the Theopolis App! Use the code "theopolitan" to get your first month for FREE. app.theopolisinstitute.com/menu
Today, pastor Ray Bentley explains why the church at lay on Laodicea was lukewarm. If we believe that Jesus is God manifest in the flesh, and he's in us and in our hearts and lives as a community, there should be evidence of something supernatural, which ultimately means changed lives. What it means is that earlier this year was a church that kept meeting, but nobody.
Today. Pastor Ray Bentley on Jesus words to the church at Laodicea. I wish that you were either hot, passionate, on fire, in love with me, or I wish that you were like Colossae, where the mountain waters are so fresh and they're cold. I want my church to either be cold and refreshing or hot and healing. But you are neither.
2025-09-29 - Ready for Revelation ⧸⧸ Revelation 1: 1-8 [lnXaUNbnt38] by Salvador Flores III
"The Little Season" refers to a brief period mentioned in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 20:3, 7-8) after Satan is released from his imprisonment for 1,000 years. During this time, he will deceive the nations for a final time before being defeated and cast into the lake of fire. Interpretations vary, with some believing this season is a future event, while others, known as preterists, suggest it has already occurred, possibly tied to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. A fringe interpretation, sometimes linked to conspiracy theories, suggests that our current history is a deception orchestrated by Satan during this "Little Season," with ancient architecture being evidence of a past, hidden reign of Christ. In the final episode in Joel's Little Season Conspiracy series, he gets into the nitty gritty of the hidden empire of Tartaria and how it has now been connected to Jesus Millennial Reign. He looks at the idea of 12-foot light beings are hiding out in the North Pole with Jesus as a part of the “Camp of Saints”. Lastly, he looks at mysterious hagiography documents said to have been extracted from the Vatican using AI that prove the Millennial Reign of Christ has already happened and we are now trapped in Satan's Little Season Books Refuting the Little Season: Ed Mabrie - "The Little Season of Satan: Hidden History, or Hidden Agenda: https://www.amazon.com/Little-Season-Satan-Hidden-History-ebook/dp/B0FBQWGRJM Traci Lebens - “Extensive use made of Jesus Keeps His Word by Traci J. Lebens, whose work laid much of the Biblical foundation for this series.” "Jesus Keeps His Word: Uncovering the Little Season Heresy": https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Keeps-His-Word-Uncovering/dp/B0F6Y2HXB8 The Meadow Project Film: https://merkelfilms.com Free The Rabbits Merch: https://freetherabbits.myshopify.com Buy Me A Coffee: Donate Website: https://linktr.ee/joelthomasmedia Follow: Instagram | X | Facebook Watch: YouTube | Rumble Music: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music Films: merkelfilms.com Email: freetherabbitspodcast@gmail.com Distributed by: merkel.media Produced by: @jack_theproducer INTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Free The Rabbits YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Plato's Cave YouTube | Apple | Spotify
"The Little Season" refers to a brief period mentioned in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 20:3, 7-8) after Satan is released from his imprisonment for 1,000 years. During this time, he will deceive the nations for a final time before being defeated and cast into the lake of fire. Interpretations vary, with some believing this season is a future event, while others, known as preterists, suggest it has already occurred, possibly tied to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. A fringe interpretation, sometimes linked to conspiracy theories, suggests that our current history is a deception orchestrated by Satan during this "Little Season," with ancient architecture being evidence of a past, hidden reign of Christ. Joel is back with Part 5 of the Little Season Conspiracy, and he unravels the most important aspect of this modern eschatology, Chronology Criticism. He looks at the idea that we have anywhere from 700-1,000 “Phantom Years” that have been manipulated by the Jesuits since the supposed Millennial Reign of Jesus on earth. He looks at sociologist, Gunnar Heinsohn, and his ideas of stratigraphy and how they show we are on a different timeline than what we have been taught our whole lives. Lastly, Joel looks at what Heinsohn and Anatoly Fomenko think about who Jesus was and if it lines up with what Christians know from the Bible. The Meadow Project Film: https://merkelfilms.com Free The Rabbits Merch: https://freetherabbits.myshopify.com Buy Me A Coffee: Donate Website: https://linktr.ee/joelthomasmedia Follow: Instagram | X | Facebook Watch: YouTube | Rumble Music: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music Films: merkelfilms.com Email: freetherabbitspodcast@gmail.com Distributed by: merkel.media Produced by: @jack_theproducer INTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Free The Rabbits YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Plato's Cave YouTube | Apple | Spotify
"The Little Season" refers to a brief period mentioned in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 20:3, 7-8) after Satan is released from his imprisonment for 1,000 years. During this time, he will deceive the nations for a final time before being defeated and cast into the lake of fire. Interpretations vary, with some believing this season is a future event, while others, known as preterists, suggest it has already occurred, possibly tied to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. A fringe interpretation, sometimes linked to conspiracy theories, suggests that our current history is a deception orchestrated by Satan during this "Little Season," with ancient architecture being evidence of a past, hidden reign of Christ. Dive with Joel into Revelation 20 as he unravels the mystery of who the “Rest of the Dead” are and if we have any connection to them in our current timeline. He looks at C.S Lewis and his book, “The World's Last Night”, and if what Lewis is saying about Jesus coming back in the lifetimes of the apostles holds any weight. He then opens “Is the Bible ‘supernaturally' changing?: Examining the evidence of supernatural Bible changes and the Mandela effect, in a season of deception” book, to examine the Mandela Effect's place in the Little Season eschatology and if we should even trust the Bible anymore. Finally, Joel looks at Scripture that says animals will be perfected after Christ returns after the tribulation and if they are made whole again now. The Meadow Project Film: https://merkelfilms.com Free The Rabbits Merch: https://freetherabbits.myshopify.com Buy Me A Coffee: Donate Website: https://linktr.ee/joelthomasmedia Follow: Instagram | X | Facebook Watch: YouTube | Rumble Music: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music Films: merkelfilms.com Email: freetherabbitspodcast@gmail.com Distributed by: merkel.media Produced by: @jack_theproducer INTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Free The Rabbits YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Plato's Cave YouTube | Apple | Spotify
"The Little Season" refers to a brief period mentioned in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 20:3, 7-8) after Satan is released from his imprisonment for 1,000 years. During this time, he will deceive the nations for a final time before being defeated and cast into the lake of fire. Interpretations vary, with some believing this season is a future event, while others, known as preterists, suggest it has already occurred, possibly tied to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. A fringe interpretation, sometimes linked to conspiracy theories, suggests that our current history is a deception orchestrated by Satan during this "Little Season," with ancient architecture being evidence of a past, hidden reign of Christ. Walk with Joel as he navigates Part 3 by looking at the real history of the theology of Pretribulation and the Rapture. He explores the controversial, C.I. Scofield, and his Scofield Study Bible by looking at a book called, “The Incredible Scofield and His Book” by Joseph M. Canfield and if the facts that are presented are true and if C.I. Scofield created his study Bible by orders of the Rothschilds. He then goes through the life of John Nelson Darby of the Plymouth Brethren and if his ideas of Dispensationalism and the Rapture were given to him by a “visionary” named Margaret MacDonald. He decides its time to take people to the past church fathers and see if the Rapture, Pretribulation and the “Ages” were only a thing of the early 1800s or of indeed the early theologians were discussing these ideas back in early Christianity. Lastly, Joel goes through the “Valley of the Dry Bones' and if the Bible is actually talking about Israel and its return to the homeland in 1948. The Meadow Project Film: https://merkelfilms.com Free The Rabbits Merch: https://freetherabbits.myshopify.com Buy Me A Coffee: Donate Website: https://linktr.ee/joelthomasmedia Follow: Instagram | X | Facebook Watch: YouTube | Rumble Music: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music Films: merkelfilms.com Email: freetherabbitspodcast@gmail.com Distributed by: merkel.media Produced by: @jack_theproducer INTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Free The Rabbits YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Plato's Cave YouTube | Apple | Spotify
"The Little Season" refers to a brief period mentioned in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 20:3, 7-8) after Satan is released from his imprisonment for 1,000 years. During this time, he will deceive the nations for a final time before being defeated and cast into the lake of fire. Interpretations vary, with some believing this season is a future event, while others, known as preterists, suggest it has already occurred, possibly tied to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. A fringe interpretation, sometimes linked to conspiracy theories, suggests that our current history is a deception orchestrated by Satan during this "Little Season," with ancient architecture being evidence of a past, hidden reign of Christ. Follow Joel down a Jesuit path to the origins of Preterism the fundamental foundation of the Little Season ideology. He starts with a hermeneutical breakdown of Matthew 16:28 and if it really meant that some of Jesus's disciples would actually see Him during His Second Coming. He then looks at Revelation 1 and several “proof” verses that Little Seasonists say prove that Jesus already came back in AD70 and if there is a deeper meaning to what John was prophesying. He looks at the writings of Josephus and Tacitus and the mysterious arial phenomenon that Little Seasonists claim was Jesus returning in the clouds. Lastly, Joel unravels the mystery of Preterism, the psychological operation created by the Jesuits to infiltrate the Protestant Reformation which setup many offshoots including the newest form of eschatology, The Little Season. The Meadow Project Film: https://merkelfilms.com Free The Rabbits Merch: https://freetherabbits.myshopify.com Buy Me A Coffee: Donate Website: https://linktr.ee/joelthomasmedia Follow: Instagram | X | Facebook Watch: YouTube | Rumble Music: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music Films: merkelfilms.com Email: freetherabbitspodcast@gmail.com Distributed by: merkel.media Produced by: @jack_theproducer INTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Free The Rabbits YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Plato's Cave YouTube | Apple | Spotify
"The Little Season" refers to a brief period mentioned in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 20:3, 7-8) after Satan is released from his imprisonment for 1,000 years. During this time, he will deceive the nations for a final time before being defeated and cast into the lake of fire. Interpretations vary, with some believing this season is a future event, while others, known as preterists, suggest it has already occurred, possibly tied to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. A fringe interpretation, sometimes linked to conspiracy theories, suggests that our current history is a deception orchestrated by Satan during this "Little Season," with ancient architecture being evidence of a past, hidden reign of Christ. Join Joel as he navigates this controversial Biblical conspiracy to understand if we are actually in a time as Little Seasonists call, "Satan's Reign". He starts by looking at the "Cass Sunstein Effect" and its involvement in shaping the "Truther" world we know today. He then looks at Revelation 20's explanation of what the "Little Season" is and then ties it back into Preterism's thoughts on the Antichrist and the sacking of Jerusalem in AD70. Next, he takes a thorough look at Matthew 26:64 and other “proof" verses that prove that Jesus already returned for the Second Coming. Finally, Joel examines the Little Season vs. the Long Season and if our current timeline would make sense being a 200-300 year time of Satan's deception. Free The Rabbits Merch: https://freetherabbits.myshopify.com Buy Me A Coffee: Donate Website: https://linktr.ee/joelthomasmedia Follow: Instagram | X | Facebook Watch: YouTube | Rumble Music: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music Films: merkelfilms.com Email: freetherabbitspodcast@gmail.com Distributed by: merkel.media Produced by: @jack_theproducer INTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Free The Rabbits YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Imposter YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify
The book of Revelation is a source of great encouragement and promises blessings for our lives when we study it together. Although it can be hard to understand, focusing on what we do understand will imprint on our hearts the triumph of the Lamb and the certain defeat of our great enemies. Preached on August 31st, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "Revelation: Behold, He Is Coming" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com
How does the book of Revelation encourage us to expand our imagination of God? How might the book of revelation show the limits of our imagination when thinking about God and heaven? How does our season of life or circumstances shape the way we imagine God?
When reading Revelation, we are best served looking for Jesus, and what we find needn't be reduced to abstract imagery.
Join Pastor Derek Neider in this inspiring episode of The Daily Devotional as he kicks off a powerful new series on the book of Romans. In today's devotional, Derek introduces us to one of the most theologically rich books of the Bible, unpacking the significance of the apostle Paul's words and the gospel's eternal message.In this first chapter, Derek dives deep into Paul's self-description as a servant of Christ and a chosen messenger of God's good news. Through thoughtful reflections, Derek encourages us to embrace our calling to serve Christ wholeheartedly and live out our faith with purpose and surrender.Tune in for insightful teachings, practical application, and a fresh perspective on what it means to live as servants of the gospel. This is just the beginning—there's so much more to come as we journey through Romans together!Thank you for listening! Here are some ways to learn more and stay connected!New to faith? Click here!Learn more about Pastor Derek NeiderFollow Derek on Instagramor FacebookSubscribe to email Subscribe to the daily devotionalExplore recent messages!This podcast was created by Pastor Derek Neider as a ministry of Awaken Las Vegas.Visit our website. We are located at 7175 W. Oquendo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89113. Our gathering times are 9am & 11am Sundays and 6:30pm Thursdays.
Vintage City Church // Revelation 22:1-21 // Greg SandersAs we finish our study of Revelation, we reflect that this book is to be believed, obeyed, and practiced, and reveals the victory of Jesus and promises certainty for those who follow the Lamb.
Vintage City Church // Revelation 21:9-22:4 // David MitchellIn Revelation 21:9-22:4, John is shown the City of God, a perfect Kingdom in which God dwells with His Bride, the Church.
Vintage City Church // Revelation 21:1-16 // Gary PetersRevelation 21:1-16 reveals that God has had a plan from the beginning of time and eternity, a plan to restore and make all things new, and a plan to dwell among us.
Vintage City Church // Revelation 20:11-15 // Greg SandersIn Revelation 20, John describes the Final Judgement— faced by both believers and non-believers— and we are asked the question: eternity, eternity, where will you spend eternity?
Revelation 19 marks a turning point in biblical prophecy, showcasing the Marriage Supper of the Lamb, the fall of Old Covenant Israel, and the ultimate victory of Christ. But to truly understand eschatology (the study of the end times), we must first grasp protology (the study of beginnings). *****Support This Channel*****Paypal: https://paypal.me/jimivision?locale.x=en_USMonthly Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/JimivisionCash App: https://cash.app/$JimivisionVenmo: https://venmo.com/Jimmy-Cooper-17 Contact KenEmail: askbible4family@gmail.com Phone: 401-47-BIBLE https://www.bible4.family Mail To:Jimmy CooperJimivision MediaP.O. Box 654Hixson, TN 37343
Vintage City Church // The Book of Revelation: Revelation 18-19:10 | Investing In Eternity // Dustin ScottAs we finish studying John's vision of the sinful indulgences and excesses of Rome in Revelation 18 and 19, we are asked this question: are we investing in the momentary pleasures of sin, or are we investing in eternity?
Vintage City Church // The Book of Revelation: Revelation 17 // Gary PetersRevelation 17 sets the stage for the completion of Christ's triumph over evil and the restoration of God's original design for humanity and the world.
Vintage City Church // Revelation 14: Judgment Day // Dustin ScottJohn has a vision of Judgement Day in Revelation 14, casting an enteral perspective over our lives. A lifelong decision to follow Jesus determines our eternity, and John reminds us that if we endure in Christ, we will cross the finish line.