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I was researching ancient history and religion when I came across the Sumerian King's List. Have you heard of it? It caught my attention for a particular reason, but let me tell you what it is first. From the Sumerians, we have the earliest instances of recorded history dating back to 3500 BC. The Sumerian […]

Is Free Grace A License To Sin? You’ve heard it a bunch, I bet. Supposedly, grace is some kind of sin pass. The claim is that if we teach that grace is really “free,” then we will be inadvertently encouraging people to sin since they will no longer have their feet dangling over hell. While […]

What is the Meaning of Life? The meaning of life can be understood differently depending on where you stand in your spiritual journey. If you haven’t yet believed in Jesus for salvation, the goal of your existence is to receive eternal life. That is the goal of being here on earth. The method by which […]

What is the Gospel? Hey there, I'm Lucas Kitchen. So, what is the gospel? You’ve probably heard the word thrown around in church, maybe in songs or even in casual conversation. But what does it actually mean? The Meaning of the Word "Gospel" The word "gospel" comes from the Old English "godspell," which means "good […]

What is Heaven? Many people imagine heaven as sitting on a cloud, strumming a harp, and how soul-crushingly boring that sounds. Others think heaven might be a non-bodily or non-physical experience, or even outside of time. But that is not the case. Heaven, the Kingdom of Heaven, and the Millennial Reign of Christ, which is […]

In this thought-provoking episode of "More to the Story" with Lucas Kitchen, we explore the capabilities of AI in predicting Biblical End Time events. Join us as we humorously experiment with different AI personalities and delve into a series of AI-generated predictions linking current events to Biblical prophecies. Through this exploration, Lucas reveals a crucial […]

< PREV | SERIES In this episode, we explore the increasing violence in Israel and the Palestinian territories as the Cold War ends. It covers the First Intifada starting in 1987 after a tragic incident in Gaza, highlighting the Palestinian unrest and Israel's security-driven response. The narrative then shifts to the Oslo Accords and the rise of […]

< PREV | SERIES | NEXT > This episode discusses Israel's history from 1967 to 1987, starting with its quick victory in the Six-Day War which increased its territory and boosted national morale. However, Israel then faced ongoing conflicts, especially against Egypt, which included regular skirmishes and the support of the Soviet Union to Israel's enemies. The 1973 Yom […]

< PREV | SERIES | NEXT > This episode looks at the pivotal events in the Middle East from 1956 to 1967, focusing on Israel's national security challenges and regional conflicts. It covers the Suez Crisis when Egypt nationalized the Suez Canal, leading to a military response from Israel, the UK, and France. The aftermath showed the changing power […]

In this podcast, we a recent quote from Barbra Streisand's about how her life has lacked fun. Despite a trophy case filled with Grammy and Academy Awards, Streisand's own admission suggests a different, less glamorous story. We'll examine the complexities of success and question the traditional narrative that success equals happiness, and exploring what fulfillment […]

< PREV | SERIES | NEXT > The Jewish people, after enduring the horrors of World War II, sought to establish a homeland in Palestine. With the British Mandate struggling to maintain peace, the UN stepped in with a controversial plan to divide the land, sparking hope for some and outrage for others. Tensions escalated into a fierce struggle […]

< PREV | SERIES | NEXT > In this video, we’ll take a look at the history of the Land that is modern-day Israel from 70 AD to the modern era. We’ll cover major events like the Roman conquest, various ruling empires, and the region's changing landscape and population. Learn about the different groups who lived there, their struggles, […]

< PREV | SERIES | NEXT > Journey through time in this powerful episode as we unravel the tumultuous history of the Jewish people, from the 18th-century "Jew Bill" controversy in Britain to the establishment of Israel in 1948. Explore the pivotal moments, including the pervasive anti-Semitism, the profound impacts of industrialization, the horrifying atrocities of the Holocaust, and [...

< PREV | SERIES | NEXT > The Script A People Without A Place. Episode 5 of The History Of The Holy Land. In the last episode, we talked about the Jewish-Roman War. That war was followed by a mass displacement known as the Jewish Diaspora. It spanned centuries and continents and is a tale of dispersion, adaptation, and endurance. […]

< PREV | SERIES | NEXT > The Script Welcome back to More To The Story. I'm Lucas Kitchen, and this is episode two in a special podcast series called "The History of the Holy Land: From Abraham To Hamas." For previous episodes, video and audio versions of this podcast and transcripts, go to freegrace.in  This episode is entitled: […]

< PREV | SERIES | NEXT > The Script Welcome back to More To The Story, I'm Lucas Kitchen and this is episode two in a special podcast series called "The History of the Holy Land: From Abraham To Hamas." For previous episodes, video and audio versions of this podcast, and transcripts go to freegrace.in  This episode is entitled: […]

< PREV | SERIES | NEXT > The Script After exploring the vibrant and pivotal Biblical Era of Israel, it's time to turn our attention to an equally fascinating and crucial chapter: the Intertestamental Period. This stretch of time, nestled between the well-known tales of the Old and New Testaments, is like a bridge connecting […]

SERIES | NEXT > Episode Script Welcome to "The History of the Holy Land: From Abraham To Hamas. This podcast epic will be a historical journey from the biblical era to the modern state of Israel and so much in between. We'll explore the rich events, peoples, and narratives that have left an indelible mark […]

Leaded and Unleaded Motivation The internal combustion engine changed the world. While the early concept was developed in the 1600s, the first practical gas engine wasn’t built until Étienne Lenoir in 1860. By the 1920s, there was a known problem with gasoline engines: knocking.  Knocking is when a pocket of gas and air gets trapped […]

Come to Me / Abide in Me | Salvation And Discipleship 365 A constant storm is raging in the treacherous waters of the sea, and you are a poor, broken, rusted boat. In the darkness, as you fight the waves, you spot a piercing beam of light, coming from a  lighthouse standing against the night. […]

Forgiven And Approved | Salvation And Discipleship 365 Growing up, you often quarreled with a neighborhood friend. As children often do, you got into petty squabbles and disagreements, sometimes escalating into bigger fights. Unfortunately, the two of you ended on bad terms. Fast forward to adulthood, and you're out in the job market, trying to […]

Imagine you’re a puppy waiting for adoption at the local shelter. You’ve got everything going for you—big doughy eyes, ears too big for his head, a tail that wags like a metronome on double time. One day a would-be owner comes into the shelter and spots you. With arms wide open, the offer is clear. […]

Picture a courtroom. You are the defendant, guilty of a crime you can't deny. You can almost hear the judge's gavel falling, signaling your doom. But then, a surprise twist: your lawyer, whom you've never met before, steps in and takes your place. He accepts the verdict, the punishment, everything. He pays your fine out […]

Imagine a mother, cradling her newborn baby for the first time. There is joy in her eyes and a promise of love unconditional. She knows as she holds this child, their life has just begun, but it’s the journey of growth that lies ahead that will shape this baby into the person they will become. […]

Your insanely rich great aunt’s ex-husband has recently died. Don’t worry, you have never met him. In his will, he left you a condo at an all-inclusive resort in the tropics. It’s unlike any place you’ve ever seen before. Your ownership of the place promises entry and a lifetime stay, a grand meal plan, and […]