The End Time Blog Podcast

Synopsis

The seventh day, sanctified by God for rest, underlines a universal need for downtime. Studies indicate productivity diminishes beyond 55-hour workweeks, showing God's wisdom in structured work balanced with rest enhances efficiency. Christians remember Jesus as a model for intentional breaks amidst busy lives, supporting a cyclical rhythm of work and worship.Further Resources

Turning Point USA's Young Women's Leadership Summit aims to empower women through civic engagement and political activism. However, the article critiques this initiative, questioning its alignment with biblical roles for women which are supposed to be primarily focused on home and motherhood. It highlights inconsistencies among speakers promoting activism while diverging from scriptural teachings on femininity and family responsibilities.Link to Justin Peters and John Root discussing TPUSA (the whole organization, not the omen's summit). I started it at the point where they began discussing the Faith part but you can slide back to the beginning.

The podcast  discusses the fact that demons are mentioned more in scripture than we might remember, highlights the demon-possessed man from Mark 5, and discuses the nature of demons as fallen angels who oppose God's work. The piece emphasizes staying focused on Jesus, despite the real presence of demons in the world.FURTHER RESOURCES

I discuss the importance of respect in Christian marriages. I explain the Eph 5:33 verse, & that I'd heard that many wives may struggle with showing respect, which is distinct from submission. Practical ways to show respect are also outlined.

I respond to reader questions about false teachers in Christianity, discussing their potential for salvation and the characteristics that distinguish them. While acknowledging that God can save anyone, I discuss that true false teachers are typically hardened in heart and unlikely to repent. Discernment through scripture is emphasized for identifying false teachings.Further Resources

I reflect on the death of a relative, emphasizing the importance of faith for salvation. It's a somber reminder that without repentance and belief in Jesus, eternal consequences await the unsaved.Resource mentioned:

I discuss the growing trend in evangelicalism of individuals claiming "God told me" messages, which often lack the seriousness and suffering associated with true biblical prophecies. I emphasize that these claims are not aligned with Scripture's sufficiency and I warn against modern interpretations that promote comfort over accountability, ultimately asserting that God’s revelation is closed.

Hannah Hurnard, author of the classic "Hind's Feet in High Places," ultimately embraced unorthodox beliefs, including reincarnation and universalism. Despite her initial appeal in Christian literature, her later writings reveal a drift into apostasy. This serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of straying from sound doctrine and true faith.

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There are two Salomes in the Bible. Both are New Testament women, but have vastly different characters.

The Salome # 2 that I focus today on appears later in the New Testament. She is named, and she appears several times. Let's get to know her.

I was speaking with a lady recently who seemed to think that the only person we will know in heaven will be Jesus. I thought about that for a while. Is this tre? Let's take a look at some scriptures that will help sort this out.

Link mentioned: John MacArthur: Will we recognize and be reunited with loved ones in heaven?

In her reflection, Elizabeth Prata emphasizes the distinction between wisdom and discernment, illustrating this through the biblical example of Abigail. She asserts that discernment is a skill that requires training through study of God's word, prayer, and understanding one's heart. Discernment guides believers in seeking God’s will and enhancing holiness.

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The episode critiques modern interpretations of Jesus and women’s roles in Christianity, highlighting concerns about contemporary female preachers and their messaging. It identifies various inaccuracies in the viewpoint that personal experiences define faith, emphasizing the importance of adhering to Biblical doctrines. The author encourages vigilance against false teachings and maintaining doctrinal integrity.

The rise of influencer marketing has exposed both authenticity and hypocrisy within social media, even among Christian leaders. Many high-profile women project an image of godliness while living contrary to Biblical teachings. As a result, the article urges discernment, advising individuals to carefully assess the lives and doctrines of influencers they follow. Links mentioned:

The episode discusses first-class travel by Christian leaders, contrasting those who demonstrate stewardship with funds, like John MacArthur and Carl Hargrove, against those seen as extravagant, like Jesse Duplantis and Beth Moore. It emphasizes ethical concerns over using donor money for personal comfort, highlighting the more important mission to reach the lost.

Here is the question of the day: is it OK to read romances (like Harlequin & its ilk) if the sex isn't explicit? Are Christian romances a good substitute for secular romance genre reading?
That question was posed to me from a long-time reader of this blog.
I explore the complexities of Christian romance novels and the challenges of balancing faith with engaging narratives, avoiding sin and idols, and invite deeper contemplation. Links mentioned

Do you know what's precious to God? I do. And I didn't learn this in a vision or a prompt or intuition. God told us ladies what is precious to Him. It's in His word! Here it is:

The Passion Conference is a youth-aimed conference founded in 1995-1997 by Louie and Shelley Giglio. It regularly sells out and tens of thousands of 17-25 year olds attend. Is it a good conference? What is it about? Sadly it is one to avoid. In this essay I offer 7 reasons why. Links mentioned:

I'm discussing what I read this year, my thoughts on books and reading, and setting goals with a reading challenge for 2025. Join me in setting a goal to read good books this year!

With the New Year upon us, many people are either finishing a previous Bible reading plan and perhaps looking for a different one for next year, or starting one for the first time. There are a lot of plans out there! Here are some suggestions both for picking a plan and for absorbing what you read once you begin- Links mentioned:

Answers in Genesis video-

It's the time of year when we regard the Nativity. The Babe's miraculous conception, His soon arrival, and the lowly circumstances of his birth. During this time it is natural to center thoughts, sermons, devotionals, etc, on Mary, the Messiah's mother. Her submission to the News, her Magnificat of praise, and her visitation with cousin Elizabeth- who has a miracle of her own to report- are crucial elements of the story.

There can be a tendency to exalt Mary's role beyond its bounds. By the same token, a tendency to downplay her role as a reaction to not wanting to exalt her.

Let's take a balanced view of Mary of the nativity.

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Relating the wonders of the free ministry of Chapel Library. This month's issue of their periodical Free Grace Broadcaster is titled The Wonderful Love of Jesus and it contains some moving and incredible writing that definitely got me into the Advent mood.

I also introduce my upcoming series (tomorrow) Thirty Days of Jesus I publish every year.

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And that is the crux. It's the reverse of the Pride pics. If it makes me, a Christian, happy to see God's working in families and marriages, visual depictions of a couple's blessing of children or a marriage succeeding under His ordinance and guidance, it must grind the sinner's gears to see them.

Further Resources

The simple man defeated the famous philosopher in a debate, stunning even the Philosopher! Tune in to hear what the simple man said,

Book mentioned: James Durham, The Scandal of False Teaching

Rufinus: Ecclesiastical History, book 10, chapter 3 Music attribution

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Burning Man is coming up next month. A lot of people go.

The event lasts 9 days, and there is a blistering desert heat, lung killing dust, and a long walk to the portapotties. So why do upwards of 80,000 people attend? Music attribution

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There are all different ways to process the theological content we take in. Blogging, talking, sermon notes, journaling, prayer journals, crafting, and Bible art... How do you? Music attribution

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I saw a meme on Facebook that made me laugh. I can't find it again, but it went something like, 'I have prayer ADHD, I start, drift into thinking other things, then come back saying 'Where was I, Lord?'

I think we have all had the same experience.

Our fleshly minds want to think of anything except compass point north, Jesus Christ. It zones out on us, drifts off, creates a grocery list, listens to the birds outside, or the traffic, anything but laser focus on the throne of grace.

Why is it so hard?

The Hidden Life of Prayer by David McIntyre is online for free.