BeachCast.TV: Bible Exploration, Apologetics and Church History with Dr. Chase A. Thompson:

Does God have a physical appearance or a particular color? We might think the answer is no, but John describes God as having a very particular color in today's passage. Also: who or what are the Seven Spirits of God?

Jesus wrote seven letters to His churches almost 2000 years ago, but what does He have to say to His churches TODAY? Aren't those old letters outdated? No, actually - they are as fresh today as they were then. Also: What Does Jesus commend in the church and what does He disfavor?

Should we ever whine or complain to God in prayer? Today we discuss prayers for deliverance - how we should cry out to God when we are in desperate need for Him.

When did you come into being? Did you begin to exist at conception or - did your soul exist before your body was made? Also- is it possible for us to fully understand God and His ways?

Did Jesus write or dictate any letters in His lifetime, or did others write about Him? Today we look at 4 of the 7 letters that Jesus wrote, and consider another possible/improbable letter written by Jesus. Also: Revelation says that Pergamum is the place where Satan's throne is - what does that mean?!

What will the return of Jesus be like - will everybody around the world be able to see His return? Also: What does the risen and glorified Jesus look like in Heaven now? Does He still have an appearance like a human man? John answers both questions for us - and more - in the first chapter of the book of Revelation.

Jude is a fascinating, but short book of the Bible. In it, the author warns us against slandering an sort of heavenly being, including Satan himself. We aren't supposed to talk bad about the devil? Also: How can we practically pray in the Spirit - is praying in the Spirit the same thing as praying in tongues?

Why has it taken so long for Jesus to return - what is causing His slowness? You might be surprised to find out that He hasn't delayed long at all, because time is quite different from God's perspective than from ours. Today we focus on the second coming and how time works differently for God!

Both 2nd Peter 2 and Jude 6 talk about angels who are kept in dark chains for a particular sin they committed. Were these angels the ones referred to in Genesis 6:1-4 - the ones who had relations with human beings? Also: the dangers of false teaching.

What Bible verse is repeated more than any other? Plus: What a wonderful Psalm of Thanksgiving teaches us about the act of Thanksgiving!

Two short, but deep Psalms today, and two topics. First, we discuss the wonderful blessing of unity and the strange use of metaphors in the Old Testament. Second we discuss "raising hands" in worship. Is this a charismatic-only practice?

The Bible commands us to make our calling and election sure, but how can we do that if salvation is an act of God, and not based on the works of man. Does assurance of salvation come from our good works?

Two topics today: What does Paul mean when he writes that those who aren't working shouldn't be eating? Plus: Who is the Man of Lawlessness described in 2nd Thessalonians 2, and how can he have so much power?

Fake news hit the Thessalonian church in the first century when a FAKE apostle Paul somehow wrote to them that Jesus had already come back - which apparently caused something of a panic in this church. In today's passage, Paul writes to settle and encourage the Thessalonians, telling them that TWO important things would happen before Jesus returns. Today we discuss those two events.

What will the Second Coming of Jesus be like? Peaceful? Fiery? Frightening? Encouraging? Today we discuss Paul's description of the return of Jesus and discover why the Old Testament calls it the "great and terrible" day of the Lord.

Some trivia: What is the shortest verse in the Bible? (Hint: It's NOT "Jesus Wept," well, not exactly) More importantly: how can we avoid quenching or grieving the Holy Spirit?

Psalm 131 is one of the shortest and wisest chapters in the Bible,teaching us how to avoid controversy and troubles by not engaging in those things which are beyond us. Also: C.S. Lewis on the news and media.

No matter who you are, or where you are - the great truth about God is that He is overflowing with abundant mercy, and He is a rescuer. Look to Him and find salvation.

Two big questions today: How will the return of Jesus unfold - what will be the end-times order of events? Second question: How can we 100% know the absolute and guaranteed will of God for our lives RIGHT THIS SECOND?

How do we help when our friends and family and fellow church members are going through terrible trials? Paul gives us a great blueprint to effectively help in our 1 Thessalonians 4 passage today.

Paul the apostle was one of the most effective soul winners, ministers, preachers and evangelists who ever lived. What does the Bible tell us about his methods of ministry and discipleship? How can we spread the good news like Paul did?

Paul discusses Jesus rescuing us from "the coming wrath" in 1 Thessalonians 1. What is the coming wrath? Who is angry, and how does Jesus rescue us from that anger? Today, we discuss the last day's judgment and more!

What is the best way to demonstrate to Jesus that we love Him? We get an interesting peek into the answer to that question by listening in on a dialog between Peter and Jesus after Peter denied Jesus three times.

Sleep - most of us spend about 1/3 of our lives sleeping, but you rarely,if ever, hear a sermon about sleep, or a discussion of what the Bible teaches about sleep. Does the Bible have much to say about sleep? Yes, as it turns out.

Gossip and lies have the power to wound us deep in our souls. How should a Christian handle things when they are the target of unfair rumors or slander? Also: Does God's Word promise to keep Christians from ALL harm?