Current Events & Christian Expectations

How does God create a new society—without a temple, land, or city?  Join us as we study how...centered on Jesus...we can live out that distinct hope today.  We will study the challenges we face in our present society and how we can live differently (and abundantly) this side of heaven.  Can the people around us see the hope we profess in the way we live? The Scripture in order of reading and refer...

In this episode we examine recent teen unrest alongside biblical teaching on youth, discipline, and parental responsibility. We explore corporal punishment, God’s disciplinary purposes, and practical expectations for raising wise, obedient adults under the authority of God. Our Scripture List in order of reference is: Proverbs 1:1-4, 7; Romans 1:29-30; 2Timothy 3:1-2; 2Kings 2:23-24; 2Kings 2:1-3;...

Guns & God - What does the Bible have to say about them? 2 Peter 3:10-13 | Exodus 22:2-4 NCV | Nehemiah 4:16-20, 23 | Matthew 26:52-54 | Luke 22:35-38 | Exodus 13:18 |  1 Samuel 13:19-22 | Genesis 4:1-9 | Genesis 4:23-24 | Leviticus 24:19-21 | Genesis 9:5-6 | Luke 3:14 | Mark 7:17-23 | Genesis 4:16-22 | Isaiah 1:21 | Revelation 18:21-24 | Hebrews 13:12-14 | Hebrews 12:22-24

In this episode, we examine the tension between human rights and divine authority.  Because any rights divorced from God lead to moral decay and governmental abuse. Join us as we explore Christian citizenship as our primary allegiance to heaven and as we call all believers to serve, speak truth, and shine as lights in a troubled culture. Our Scripture List is: Philippians 3:20-21; Romans 13:1-2; J...

In this episode, we explore the paradoxes of God.  Things Like : how an all-knowing, eternal Creator also seeks, grieves, hopes, and enters the human experience. Using Scripture—we examine God’s omniscience, freedom, and compassionate involvement in history.  Let's join together as we examine how God’s foreknowledge does not negate his relational love and willingness to engage with humanity.  The...

In this episode, we discuss the film 'Disclosure Day' and ask whether Scripture supports the idea of alien life. All life (alien or otherwise) is created by God.  So, let's dig into God's Word and discuss the aliens that do exist and where they came from (and where is it all going). Our Scripture reference list is : Genesis 1:27-28; Genesis 2:21-23; Job 38:4-7; Luke 20:34-36; Genesis 28:12-23; Gen...

In this podcast, we look at Noah and the Ark with fresh focus.  But not on the sensational searches for a physical relic, but on Noah’s faith. God’s covenant was with Noah and his household and the world ignored the warnings of the coming doom. We all need to be walking with God and not just chasing artifacts.  We need to see baptism and the flood’s connection and consider whether we ourselves are...

This episode concludes our walk through Revelation at chapter 22.  Let's discuss the  arc from Genesis to Revelation: across creation, rebellion, redemption, and final restoration. Tune in as we chat about spiritual warfare, perseverance, worship of the Creator and the Lamb, the new heaven and earth, the tree of life, and the final invitation to faithfulness.

In this episode, Revelation 21 unveils God’s promised new beginning.  We see a new heaven and new earth.  The holy city, New Jerusalem, comes down as God’s dwelling with humanity. Pain, death, and separation are removed, and God’s glory provides light and life. The nations enter the city bringing their gifts and worship.  The river of life flows and the tree of life heals.  The judgment and renewa...

Welcome to the podcast. This is a pivotal chapter that is talked about more in Christian circles than any other...Revelation Chapter 20.  Today, we focus on who will reign in the end, how believers will rule with Christ, and what Christian expectations should be as history moves toward ultimate renewal.  Leave a like or comment or just drop us an email at eventsandexpectations@gmail.com    

Today is Revelation 19, and one of the great turning points in all of Scripture. The mourning of Babylon in chapter 18 now gives way to heaven rejoicing, and what was promised through Scripture now begins to come fully into view. So grab your Bibles, let's turn to Revelation chapter 19, and let's dig right in. 

Good day, brothers, sisters, friends, and new faces. Today, we look at Babylon as a trans-historical symbol of corrupt culture.  It is all organized apart from God (political, economic, and religious systems).  And we look at its swift destruction at God’s final judgment.   Tune in as we are reminded to hold heavenly hope over worldly culture. 

Today we explore the symbol of Babylon the Great.  What is it?  Well, tune in and let's find out together as we unpack the woman on the scarlet beast, the seven heads and ten horns, and how earthly kingdoms rise and fall. We will discuss the power that seduces governments and persecutes the faithful. We will leave challenged to consider whether we are shaped by culture or by Christ and we will be...

This chapter moves us toward Armageddon and the gathering of the nations against God's rule. So the question today is, how do Christians remain faithful and watchful in a world that is growing increasingly hardened against truth?  Tune in with us today as we answer this and several other questions regarding the bowls of God's wrath.

In this episode we explore the biblical significance of music.  Listen in as we trace the divine origin from creation and share some of our own personal favorites. Scripture References: Job 38:1-7; Psalm 19:1-3; Isaiah 30:31-32; Matthew 11:16-17; Ephesians 5:18-19; 1Samuel 18:6; Psalm 57:6-8; Psalm 98:4-9; Exodus 15:19-21; 1Samuel 16:14-17, 22-23; Revelation 21:22-24; Psalm 100:1-4.

In this episode we walk through Revelation 15 and examine the seven angels with seven plagues that complete God’s wrath.  We will look at the vision of a sea of glass mingled with fire, and hear the song of Moses and the Lamb as nations come to worship. Join in with us as we explore themes of judgment and purification and the transition from wrath to restoration with the coming episode on Revelati...

 In this episode we walk through Revelation 14, exploring the appearance of the 144,000 on Mount Zion, the contrast between earthly and heavenly Zion, and the meaning of their purity and firstfruits status. We examine the three angelic proclamations—worship the Creator, the fall of Babylon, and the warning against worshiping the beast.  Finally, we unpack the vivid harvest and winepress imagery th...

In today's study, join in as we explain the two beasts and the world’s infatuation with false power.  We also look at the false prophet’s and their 'signs', along with the significance of the mark and number of the beast (666).  Lastly, we look at the character patterns so we don't get lost looking for the person of character (by name)  

This episode examines recent efforts in Utah and Texas to introduce Bible passages into public school curricula and argues that the church—not the state—has the God‑ordained responsibility to steward and teach Scripture.  

Today we continue our walk to the book of Revelation, and not just through prophecy, but through the reality behind what we are living in. Because Revelation 12 does something very important :  It shows us a war that started long before us and is still unfolding right now...even today.  So grab your Bibles, turn to Revelation chapter 12, and let's just dig right in. 

In this episode we continue our Books of the Bible study with Revelation chapter 11.   Join in with us as we explore the symbolism of the temple, the 42 months of persecution, and the role of the two witnesses.  We will discuss the spiritual protection of God’s people and the daily witness of the church.  We will learn together how about the power and martyrdom of the two prophets, and how their t...

In this episode we walk through Revelation chapter 10, examining the mighty angel, the sealed seven thunders, and John’s command to eat the little scroll that is sweet in the mouth but bitter in the stomach.   Tune in with us as we review the reasons for the apparent delay of Christ’s return and explain the meaning of 42 months/1,260 days/time-times-and-a-half.

This episode explores the pattern from Gethsemane to Golgotha, showing how Jesus' surrender and prayer led to the victory of the cross and ultimately the resurrection. Let's discuss together how wisdom, prayer, and submission shape Christian hope and readiness for life's difficult decisions. Scripture List: Mark 14:32-36; Genesis 6:6-8; Genesis 8:21-22; 2Kings 20:1-7; 2Kings 21:20-29; Jonah 4:1-3;...

Today we explore the fifth and sixth trumpets together.  We will see a star opening the abyss, locust-like tormentors led by Abaddon/Apollyon, and four bound angels released at the Euphrates to bring devastating plagues.  All of these images reveal the spiritual realities behind physical events and the purpose of God’s judgments. Join in and lets see how judgments aim to bring people to repentance...

In this episode of Current Events and Christian Expectations we continue through Revelation, focusing on chapter 8 where the seals give way to the seven trumpets.  Join us as we draw connections to Old Testament passages, emphasize that God alone is judge, and remind listeners that the Christian response is to love God and serve neighbors amid trials.  This episode prepares us for the more direct...