Bible Time

Allerheiligen en reformatieherdenking. Een analyse van de tijdgeest vanuit de Schrift en een oproep tot reformatie. 1) Gods oordeel over verontachtzaming van zijn openbaring in de schepping -Romeinen 1:16-32 2) Gods oordeel over verontachtzaming van zijn bijzondere openbaring -Hebreeën 12:22-29 Opname uit Putten

Religie is gevaarlijk. Het is en wordt dikwijls misbruikt om mensen te manipuleren en voor een zakelijk of politiek karretje te spannen. Vandaag denken we na over godsdienstig nepnieuws aan de hand van Openbaring 3:1-6.  Lees ook Mattheüs 22:1-14. De onderverdeling van de preek is als volgt: -Een brief uit de hemel, kan dat? (Afzender en adres) -Nepnieuws: je beweert Christen te zijn, maar je...

Het is mogelijk om alle goede christelijke regels te volgen, maar toch het belangrijkste te missen.  De gemeente in Efeze had dit eerst, maar raakte het kwijt. Vandaag kijken we naar wat ze verloren en hoe u het terug kunt krijgen. Tekst: Openbaring 2:1-7 Opname: Bleskensgraaf (gemeente Graafstroom)

Openbaring voor iedereen maakt het laatste boek van de Bijbel toegankelijk voor jong en oud.   In deze episode bespreken we Openbaring 1:9-20. Ontdek het eiland Patmos. Waarom moest Johannes schrijven aan zeven gemeenten in Azië. Waarom noemt de Heere Jezus zich Alpha en Omega? Wat betekent de vreemde hemelse verschijning die hij ziet? Wat moeten we denken van zeven kandelaren en zeven sterre...

Wij mensen zijn erg goed in het maken van afgoden. Tegenwoordig zien veel geleerden alle godsdienst als een bedenksel van de mens. Je mag niet vragen of het echt waar is zonder beschuldigd te worden van fundamentalisme. Ga mee op reis naar Athene met de apostel Paulus en zie dat er de afgelopen twee duizend jaar nog weinig veranderd is. Er bestaan puur heidense maar ook schijnbaar  orthodoxe...

In den beginne schiep God de hemel en de aarde (Genesis 1:1). Deze preek laat zien hoe schepping in het Oude Testament samenhangt met herschepping en wedergeboorte in het Nieuwe Testament. Ook wordt uitgelegd waar evolutie stukloopt op het getuigenis van de Schrift. Als u wilt weten waarom de Kerk van alle tijden in de schepping gelooft en geloofde, is deze preek voor  u.  De tekst is Ge...

Openbaring is een Bijbelboek dat veel mensen niet begrijpen. Toch kun je er veel aan hebben voor je geloof als iemand even helpt om uit te leggen wat er staat. Je bent er niet te jong voor; en u ook niet te oud. De tekst voor deze preek is Openbaring 1:1-8. De Oudtestamentische Schriftlezing die erbij hoort, komt uit Daniël 7. Deze opname is gemaakt in Oud-Beierland ter gelegenheid van de opening...

In today's episode you will meet with people who are actually going to do as their religion says. You may read about them in Nehemiah 10. Isn't it tragic that this sort of Christianity is the exception these days? 

After the celebration of God's Word in Nehemiah 9, the Israelites realize that change is required. For this to happen, it a church will have to genuinely agree with God. In today's terms, they have to really believe the Bible and the traditional teachings of the Church. If they do, then they will be truly sorry if and when they did not meet these standards. Today we will contemplate the necessity...

Op 20 augustus 1987 had ik als jong journalist een gesprek met de zendeling Jan Pit (1941-2008).  Hij was in die tijd vooral bekend als spreker voor Kruistochten/ Open Doors, maar had aanvankelijk als zendeling in Laos gewerkt. Dit interview gaat over zijn leven, roeping en de uitdagingen van de zending en christenen in vervolgde landen. Op een beschrijvende manier vertelt Jan hoe hij levende...

Find out in this episode of Bible Time.

Why is it that the postmodern liberals are unable to tolerate other points of view?  We used to have liberal enquiry. We could agree to disagree, because the truth remains the same. Those days are well and truly over. Most churches and seminaries are being run by thought  police. Yes also many churches. If you consider women's ordination invalid, you are not likely to be even allowed int...

When you are rebuilding the church in a destructive spiritual climate you should prepare for the long haul and focus. The agents of destruction will not be happy with your attempts. They will scheme to harm you or your good name. They will try to distract you. They will hire theologians to discourage and intimidate you. All these things happened to Nehemiah. So, do not be discouraged, but: Anticip...

A church in ruins, usually implies severe economic problems. More often than not, this includes preying people who exploit the weak and vulnerable as they carve out a career for themselves. Justice and the Law of God should apply equitably.  Nehemiah is willing to confront the rich and powerful who violate the rules of Scripture with their capitalist values. He actually forces them to give ba...

As you have mourned, identified and started repairing while others are doing nothing; expect opposition! There is a reason why the Church is in ruins presently. A lot of people are perfectly happy with the current state as they benefit from it. They consider the Law of God and His idea of worship a major imposition if not a threat for their kingdoms and way of life. They prefer to be in control th...

As we are considering the ruinous state of the church and western civilisation, the book of Nehemia comes up with sound advice. It is often easier to repair than buil anew. Identify what still can be mended, start close to home, prioritize and involve everyone. Every blessing as you listen to this next episode in our series "Church in ruins"

When faced with the ruinous state of the Church, people are often in shock. Nehemiah was as well. He responded with mourning and prayer. This we  saw in the first episode of "Church in ruins". Still, it is important that you move beyond this initial stage of shock, For real change to happen it is important to assess the damage. Only then will you be able to suggest realistic solution and fix...

An acquaintance of mine, Dr Paul L Williams has written a book called "Church in ruins". It describes how the Roman Catholic Church fell to pieces from a Biblical perspective. From a church with huge attendance and Biblical teaching to a modernist denomination, plagued with moral scandals. In the western world only a handful of people still attend, despite the claims of millions of members on pape...

In John 16 Jesus discusses the mission of the Holy Ghost. Why should the Spirit come? And what would be his job description? Our Lord gives a surprising answer that is likely to be very different from what is preached in many churches today. Some of the most difficult verses in St John's Gospel are found in chapter 16: " 7 Nevertheless  I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that...

This episode of Bible time traces the Christian origins of Mothers Day and shows how five seemingly irrelevant facts help you understand the message of John's Gospel. The Church Fathers referred to the Bible as a collection of Holy Letters and Syllables.  When the Bible mentions seemingly accidental things or trivia, there usually is a reason.  In this episode we will take a look at &nbs...

This episode of Bible Time explains how the Australian government has joined the Dark Side by disenfranchising "Jedi knights". Using the church festival of Christ the King it explores the character of the reign of Jesus in a world were very many things do go wrong, not in the least place in churches. Have you ever wondered about the biblical expression sons of Belial? Do you realize its connection...

This episode of Bible Time explains how the Australian government has joined the Dark Side by disenfranchising "Jedi knights". Using the church festival of Christ the King it explores the character of the reign of Jesus in a world were very many things do go wrong, not in the least place in churches. Have you ever wondered about the biblical expression sons of Belial? Do you realize its connection...

St Antony was one of the great saints of the early church, when saints were still saints because of their life and example and not for church political reasons. The word of Jesus (Mark 10) caused him to give up everything and become a desert father. The Old Testament saint Job also lost everything because of God's word and counsel allowing Satan to do his worst. His friend Eliphaz came and told hi...

Was she a prostitute or even married to the Lord Jesus? A holy woman or a repentant sinner? Mary Magdalene has been the subject of speculative books and movies. Who was she really? Is there a holy blood line? Why is she portrayed with a red egg on Byzantine icons? What is even more important, what is the Lord's message for you as the Holy Spirit recorded facts about her life in the Bible. Join me...

Onder zeer grote belangstelling sprak professor Zuiddam op het voormalig eiland Urk over het belang van de Bijbelse scheppingsleer. Hij liet zien hoe er wezenlijke zaken op het spel staan, waarmee de leer van de Kerk van alle tijden staat of valt. Moet je de historische betrouwbaarheid van Genesis 1-11 omarmen om een orthodox christen te zijn of te blijven?