JB Shreve & the End of History

This episode looks at the final invasion of Babylon, the destruction of Jerusalem, and the beginning of the Jewish captivity in Babylon. The era of the kings is now over. The era of the prophets would now explain and give understanding to what it meant to be the people of God. It was a painful moment for the children of God, but it was the beginning of a great unfolding and unveiling of God’s high...

In today’s episode in our Kings and Prophets podcast series, we continue to look at the life of Jeremiah and specifically his ministry during the reign of King Jehoiakim. This wicked king made one fateful and stupid move after another that set the nation of Judah up for the invasion of Babylon. Learn more about the End of History at our website https://theendofhistory.net.

In this episode, we look at the life and influence of Nebuchadnezzar and the Kingdom of Babylon. These entities are more than historical realities, but key figures and symbols used throughout scripture to define the systems and powers of this world that stand against the Kingdom of God. Learn more about the End of History at our website https://theendofhistory.net.

In this episode, we look at the beginning of the life and ministry of the prophet Jeremiah. He is, in a subtle way, one of the most influential figures in all of scripture due to his behind-the-scenes operations and writings as the Kingdom of Judah began to collapse.  Learn more about the End of History at our website https://theendofhistory.net.

In today’s episode, we will explore no fewer than three different kings of Judah: some quite terrible and one truly incredible. We examine the lives of King Manasseh, King Amon, and finally King Josiah, the great reformer king. Multiple prophets will make an appearance in this week’s episode, including one of the greatest of the prophets - Jeremiah!  Learn more about the End of History at our webs...

In this episode of the Kings and Prophets podcast series we complete our look at the reign of King Hezekiah. He would be one of the last of the great kings of Judah, and from here a dark cloud begins to cover the kingdom. Learn more about the End of History at our website https://theendofhistory.net.

In this episode, we look at the rise of King Hezekiah. The Bible marks him as among the greatest of Judah’s kings, probably even greater than Solomon. Much of his greatness is established by what he came out of when we consider who his father was. It is also based upon the great acts he took in the governance of Judah that would serve the nation well in the days ahead. Learn more about the End of...

In this week's episode, we look at the life of the prophet Isaiah. The book of Isaiah is the longest book of prophecy in the Bible, at 66 chapters. He is the most quoted prophet in the New Testament. As influential as his prophecies and work were, however, many people are not familiar with his life. Here we cover that story, including his ministry that spanned the reigns of multiple kings of Judah...

In this week’s dramatic episode, we arrive at the finale and end to the northern Kingdom of Israel and Samaria. The long foretold and anticipated judgment finally arrives in the form of the mighty empire of Assyria. We will explore the ultimate collapse of Israel-Samaria, the prophets Amos, Hosea, Jonah, and Joel. We will also look at the Assyrian Empire and the idea of the Lost Tribes of Israel. ...

We are going to cover a lot of ground in this week's podcast as we shift our gaze from the northern Kingdom of Israel and Samaria to the southern Kingdom of Judah. We will see the first and last Wicked Queen of Judah, a boy king whose life is miraculously saved, and another king taken captive by the north. Jerusalem will even be invaded in this episode! Learn more about the End of History at our w...

In 'The House of Jehu" we look at the man God used to bring judgment to the House of Ahab and Jezebel. This story includes some of the most brutal, violent, and graphic imagery recorded in scripture. There is a reason for that! We look at who Jehu was, where he went right and where he went wrong as this king of Israel steers the nation ever closer to its ultimate destruction.  Learn more about the...

As we continue our story on the Kings and Prophets of I and II Kings, we have spent the last couple of episodes looking at the life of the prophet Elisha. In today's episode, we look at how Elisha interacted not only with Israel-Samaria and Judah but also with surrounding nations. It was a unique development in the role of the prophet among the people of God.  Learn more about the End of History a...

In our last episode, we looked at the call and the beginning of Elisha's prophetic ministry. Today, in episode 11 of the Kings and Prophets podcast series we look at The Ministry of the Prophet Elisha among the people of Israel. He was a very active and engaged prophet with the surrounding society, beginning to feel the hardship of God's judgment on the land.   Learn more about the End of History...

In Episode 10 of the Kings and Prophets podcast series we look at the calling of Elisha and how God set him apart from the prophets who followed Elijah.  Learn more about the End of History at our website https://theendofhistory.net.

For the last three episodes, we have been focused on events in the northern kingdom of Israel/Samaria with the stories of Elijah, Ahab, and Jezebel. Today, we turn our focus back to the south to see what was taking shape during this same time period. We look at the good king Jehoshaphat who was succeeded by his terrible son Jehoram.  Learn more about the End of History at our website https://theen...

In this episode of our Kings and Prophets podcast series we conclude the story of Elijah and Ahab. While Jezebel outlives them both, her day of judgment is not far away. Ahab goes to war against the Kingdom of Aram. He and Jezebel steal Naboth's vineyard, and Elijah rides the whirlwind.  Learn more about the End of History at our website https://theendofhistory.net.

In episode 7 of our Kings and Prophets podcast series we come to one of the most famous stories of the Old Testament with Elijah's confrontation of the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. Immediately after this, we encounter a sudden and dramatic turn of events as Elijah falls into despair. We will unfold both events, looking at all the details you might have missed in these incredible stories.  Lea...

In episode six of our Kings and Prophets podcast series, we look at the Rise of Ahab and Jezebel in the northern kingdom of Israel, now known as Samaria. We will look at the background of this royal couple and the harsh descent of the northern kingdom into idolatry and even murderous purges of those who worshipped the one true God. We will look at the rise of Baal worship in the northern kingdom,...

In this next episode of our Kings and Prophets podcast series, we look at the Dark Days of Israel and Judah. In the northern Kingdom of Israel, we see unending tumult and chaos. Coups and uprisings continue until the House of Omri finally brings order. In the southern Kingdom of Judah, our first reformer, King Asa, comes to the throne. Learn more about the End of History at our website https://the...

In episode 4 of the Kings and Prophets podcast series, we turn our gaze to the northern kingdom of Israel and the first king of the northern kingdom - Jeroboam. From his high origins, which began with the calling and selection of God, we see Jeroboam make a series of blunderous moves. At least three prophets are included in this story, and among them is a prophecy that will plot the ultimate desti...

In episode 3 of the Kings and Prophets podcast series, we look at King Solomon's son and successor, Rehoboam. All that David and Solomon built up in the kingdom is devastated by the failure and foolishness of King Rehoboam of Judah. In this episode, we will discover the irreparable split in Israel between northern and southern kingdoms. We will also see Egypt's invasion of the southern kingdom. Le...

In episode 2 of the Kings and Prophets podcast series, we look at Solomon and the Judgment of God. As noted in the last episode, the life and reign of Solomon, as recorded in the book of 1 Kings, is marked by two key encounters with God. The first launches his reign of wisdom. The second begins the judgment for his abandonment of the commands of God. This episode is key for understanding where and...

In episode 1 of our Kings and Prophets podcast series, we look at the first half of Solomon's story. The beginning of Solomon's reign of the Israelites' history includes the temple's dedication. We explore his famous request for wisdom and the culture of wisdom and prosperity that dominated his reign. Learn more about the End of History at our website https://theendofhistory.net.

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We are looking at the Politics of God, and in this final episode in our section covering the issue of race and the politics of God, JB Shreve & the End of History take a deep dive into some scripture that may surprise you. God’s perspective on race is very different than mankind’s perspective. In this episode we explore interesting and intriguing scriptures that discuss race within the Bible. We l...