Luke21 - Catholic Biblical Prophecy

In this Jeremiah halftime report, Steve Wood takes a break after the sobering warnings of Jeremiah’s war trumpet to explore the history and prophetic significance of the Book of Jeremiah. Discover why Jeremiah is the longest book in the Bible, how much of it Catholics actually hear at Mass, and why the Book of Deuteronomy is central to understanding Jeremiah’s prophecies. Steve also explores the d...

In this episode, Steve Wood examines the prophet Jeremiah’s warnings of impending judgment and the consequences of refusing to listen to God’s Word. Drawing from Jeremiah 4, 6, and Ezekiel 33, Steve explores the responsibility of spiritual watchmen to warn others of coming danger, even when their message is unpopular. He also shares his concerns about the possibility of future world war and calls...

What does it mean to truly hear God’s Word? In this episode of Luke21, Steve Wood explores the biblical theme of hearing and obeying God in Jeremiah, Revelation, Proverbs, and the teachings of Jesus. From Israel’s refusal to listen to God to the spiritual deafness of the seven churches in Revelation, Scripture warns that hearing God’s Word must lead to obedient action. Discover how the message of...

What do the books of Jeremiah and Proverbs teach us about listening and obedience? In this episode of Biblical Prophecy with Luke21, Steve Wood explores the powerful connection between Deuteronomy, Jeremiah, and Proverbs, showing why hearing and obeying God’s Word is essential to spiritual formation, parenting, and Christian education. Discover how the Hebrew word shema—to hear and obey—connects J...

In Jeremiah, God repeatedly called His people to listen, repent, and obey, but they persistently refused. In this episode, Steve Wood examines the serious consequences of Judah’s continued rejection of God’s warnings through the prophet Jeremiah, including the coming destruction of Jerusalem and exile to Babylon. What can we learn from Jeremiah’s warning about the danger of persistently refusing t...

In this episode of Luke21, Steve Wood explores the central message of the prophet Jeremiah: listen to God, hear His Word, and obey. Examining key passages from Deuteronomy and Jeremiah, Steve reveals how Judah’s persistent refusal to listen to God led to the destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. He also examines the serious consequences of disobedience, including idolatry and child sa...

What is the key to understanding Jeremiah’s prophecies? Steve Wood explores the biblical meaning of Shema—to hear, listen, and obey—and its connection to Deuteronomy 6 and 28. Discover how Judah’s failure to listen and obey God helps explain the warnings and judgments found throughout Jeremiah. Listen now to uncover the key to understanding Jeremiah’s message and biblical prophecy. For more resour...

What went wrong with the Kingdom of Judah? In Jeremiah 2, God exposes a profound failure of spiritual leadership. Priests, prophets, and rulers knew the Scriptures but failed to truly know God. Their spiritual blindness led the nation into apostasy and judgment. In this episode, Steve Wood explores the dangers of religious knowledge without a living relationship with God, the warning of Jesus abou...

In Jeremiah 2, God reminds Judah of their early devotion before prosperity led them to forget Him. Steve Wood explores the warning of Deuteronomy 8 and its relevance to America today: how blessings can lead to pride, idolatry, and the loss of our first love for God. Discover why Jeremiah’s message still matters. For more resources, visit us at www. BibleforCathoilcs.com.  

What does it mean that “the word of the Lord came to Jeremiah”? Steve Wood explores Jeremiah’s fire-filled words, the power of Scripture, and the connection between Jeremiah’s time of apostasy and our own. Discover how prayerful, consistent Bible reading can set our hearts on fire and transform our lives. Get the free Jeremiah handout mentioned in this episode at www. BibleforCatholics.com.  

The Prophet Known by God: Before He Was Conceived | Jeremiah 1 Before Jeremiah was formed in the womb, God knew him, consecrated him, and appointed him for a difficult prophetic mission. In this episode, Steve Wood explores Jeremiah’s surprising call as a young man, the biblical teaching of predestination, and what Jeremiah’s calling reveals about God’s purpose for each of us. Why did God call Jer...

A new series on the book of Jeremiah begins with this powerful look at the consequences of losing - and rediscovering - the Word of God. In Jeremiah 1, and 2 Kings Chapter 22, Steve Wood examines the story of King Josiah, who rediscovered the Book of the Law and responded with repentance. Why has Steve chosen Jeremiah for this new prophetic Bible study? Because Jeremiah’s warnings about spiritual...

In this episode, Steve Wood concludes his series on the Book of Revelation, exploring its central theme: the establishment of God’s Kingdom throughout the earth and the judgment of the evil kingdoms of this world. Steve also recommends the best commentary on Revelation to accompany this study and help you dig deeper into the book. For study guides and more resources from this series, visit www. Bi...

Why does Jesus say, "I am coming soon" in Revelation 22 when nearly 2,000 years have passed? In this final episode of our Revelation series, Steve Wood examines what the Bible teaches about the Second Coming of Christ, the last days, and God's perfect timing. Discover how Revelation, 2 Peter, and Jesus' own words answer one of the most common questions about biblical prophecy and why Christians ar...

In this episode of Luke21, Steve Wood explores the biblical vision of Greater Israel by connecting Ezekiel 47–48, Revelation 21–22, and Romans 4:13. Rather than pointing to modern territorial expansion, Scripture reveals that God's covenant promises to Abraham find their ultimate fulfillment in the new heavens and new earth, where the River of Life brings healing to all nations and God's Kingdom e...

What if the River of Life in Revelation 22 isn't just a promise for eternity—but a reality God wants you to experience today? In this episode of Luke 21, Steve Wood explores the breathtaking vision of the River of Life flowing from God's throne and reveals how it fulfills the prophecies of Ezekiel 47 and Zechariah 14. Discover the biblical pattern of paradise lost and paradise restored, and learn...

Will a Third Temple be built before the return of Christ? Many Christians assume the answer is yes—but does Scripture actually teach that? In this episode of Luke 21, Steve Wood examines 2 Thessalonians 2 alongside Revelation 21, explores what the Early Church Fathers believed, and contrasts those views with the teachings of St. Augustine and modern biblical scholarship. Is the greatest end-times...

he Third Temple is one of the most debated topics in biblical prophecy—but is a future temple in Jerusalem really what Revelation predicts? Millions are watching for it to be rebuilt, but what if Scripture points to a different reality? Steve Wood examines Revelation 21, Ezekiel, and the New Testament to uncover what the Bible actually teaches about the Third Temple. For more resources on biblical...

A Special ReAir of Episode 474, originally aired on June 5, 2025.  In this episode of Luke 21, Steve Wood continues the Beginner’s Survey of the Book of Revelation, unlocking one of the greatest keys to understanding its prophetic vision: the Old Testament book of Ezekiel. Did you know Revelation references the Old Testament more than any other New Testament book? Today, you’ll discover how St. Jo...

In this episode of Luke21, Steve Wood explores the breathtaking mystery of the New Jerusalem in Revelation 21 and answers a surprising question: What makes it so extraordinary? From the puzzling phrase “the sea was no more” to the awe-inspiring dimensions of the heavenly city, this episode reveals how biblical symbolism points to something far greater than a literal city. For more on biblical prop...

In this eye-opening episode of Luke21, host Steve Wood tackles a question many parents, priests, teachers, and youth leaders urgently need to address: Why does heaven seem boring to so many people—and what does the Bible actually say about eternity with Christ? The Bible doesn’t promise a boring, cloud-filled afterlife, but a new heaven and a new earth where resurrected believers live embodied, me...

Preparing for Disclosure Day examines the growing interest in UFOs, UAPs, government disclosures, and the film Disclosure Day. As these topics move into mainstream conversation, many Christians are asking important questions about spiritual deception, biblical prophecy, and the nature of non-human intelligences. In Episode 523 of Luke21, Steve Wood explores these topics through the lens of Scriptu...

How can misreading biblical prophecy lead to dangerous real-world consequences? In this episode, Steve Wood explains how ignoring three key verses in Revelation 20:7–9 distorts the prophecy of Gog and Magog and has even been used to justify modern nuclear war. You’ll learn why Ezekiel 38 is symbolic—not a prediction about Russia or Iran—and how biblical numerology (especially the number seven) rev...

What does “new heavens and new earth” really mean in Revelation 21:1–5? Is God destroying the world and starting over—or transforming creation into something glorified and renewed? In this episode, Steve Wood explains Revelation 21 using Scripture, the early Church, and the Catechism of the Catholic Church, showing that the Bible points to renewal, not annihilation. Drawing from Isaiah, 2 Peter, a...

Steve Wood continues the study of the Little Season in Revelation 20 (vv. 1–3, 7–10), connecting key Scriptures that describe Satan’s binding, his release from the abyss, and the worldwide deception that leads to the final battle. This episode also connects Revelation’s warnings to the Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel, showing how it mirrors the structure of Revelation 20, and reflects on sober...