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Whom Does Your Church Serve? part 2

Whom Does Your Church Serve? part 2

10/29/2021 -- There is an overwhelming increase of Christians becoming "outcasts" within their own home churches. Why? For standing up for their individual God-given freedoms. For seeking truth, clarity, and conviction from the very pulpits they use to trust to preach God's Word -- all of it not just the "feel good", lukewarm, "politically correct" portions.In the second of a series, I continue addressing the nearly daily concerns I am receiving from God-fearing, Bible-believing Christians who have started asking "whom is my church serving?"

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Whom Does Your Church Serve? part 2

Whom Does Your Church Serve? part 2

10/29/2021 -- There is an overwhelming increase of Christians becoming "outcasts" within their own home churches. Why? For standing up for their individual God-given freedoms. For seeking truth, clarity, and conviction from the very pulpits they use to trust to preach God's Word -- all of it not just the "feel good", lukewarm, "politically correct" portions.In the second of a series, I continue addressing the nearly daily concerns I am receiving from God-fearing, Bible-believing Christians who have started asking "whom is my church serving?"

Whom Does Your Church Serve? part 1

Whom Does Your Church Serve? part 1

10/27/2021 -- There is an overwhelming increase of Christians becoming "outcasts" within their own home churches. Why? For standing up for their individual God-given freedoms. For seeking truth, clarity, and conviction from the very pulpits they use to trust to preach God's Word -- all of it not just the "feel good", lukewarm, "politically correct" portions.In the first of a series, I address the nearly daily concerns I am receiving from God-fearing, Bible-believing Christians who have started asking "whom is my church serving?"

Daily Constitutional 10-11-21

Daily Constitutional 10-11-21

Various headlines randomly opined on: James Bond, Mandates and Walkouts, Let's Go Brandon, Gender-Neutral Toy Aisles, Catholic Vandalism and Vaccinations

The 1800s Shift part 1 - Dispensationalism

The 1800s Shift part 1 - Dispensationalism

October 1, 2021 -- Major worldwide changes took place during the 19th century in all areas of religion, education, politics, and even science. In this first of a short series, I will introduce the background of a major shift in Christianity due largely to the founding and eager support of Dispensationalism in the 1800s United States.

Daily Constitutional 09-09-21

Daily Constitutional 09-09-21

Various random headlines reviewed in this first episode of a special series: White House staffers playing Harry Potter games on the clock, Maricopa County Canvass results, Facebook AI labeling black men as "primates", Fauci-funded Wuhan Lab facts begin to surface, Satanic Temple joining fight against Texas Heartbeat Law, San Francisco paying criminals to not shoot people, Jimmy Kimmel suggesting unvaccinated be denied ICU beds, Australia returning to a penal colony on the world stage, and more.

The Death of Education - part 1

The Death of Education - part 1

Broadcast Date: 09/07/21 - From social media as a religious movement, equality through diversity, climate awareness without exploration, and even revitalization of the space program antics, the world -- not just the United States -- has become thoroughly desensitized to the moral order.

The Unchained Power Of The Supreme Court

The Unchained Power Of The Supreme Court

Broadcast: 09/01/21 -- While the nation continues to react to Afghanistan, all sides weigh the constitutional ramifications of the last few days. However, there are larger issues in play and today I will briefly cover the latest on the fight here in Texas which will affect the entire nation and how the Supreme Court is a major contributor to the war against Christianity and conservativism.

LIVE Launches This Week -- Introduction Episode

LIVE Launches This Week -- Introduction Episode

Broadcast: 8/30/21 -- The new LIVE format of my podcasts begins this week. As a teaser, I re-introduce myself and the mission of 1st Century Press.

In Case I Haven't Offended You Yet

In Case I Haven't Offended You Yet

1CP - Once again, I find myself clarifying why I stand where I stand on many of the issues which seem to be offending my audience - especially, the Christian portion. I would apologize for the length of this episode, but that would actually defeat the purpose of this very episode, wouldn't it?

Labourers With God

Labourers With God

1st Century Press - Centering on 1 Corinthians 2-3, we discuss the need to place our faith and search for wisdom in the Spirit rather than the "natural man" and where our role as labourers with God fits within this present age and the age to come.

The Authorized Version

The Authorized Version

1st Century Press - Is there a definitive translation of the Lord's Word? Debate over the accuracy of our English translations of the Holy Scriptures has gone on for centuries and will most certainly continue on until Jesus returns. After an extended hiatus from podcasts, I return this Memorial weekend in order to begin covering some of the issues seemingly muddying our clear interpretation of the Word of God, altering our understanding of God's will for us through this present darkness.

What The Church DIDN'T Teach Me

What The Church DIDN'T Teach Me

1st Century Press - After more than thirty years of professional and personal biblical studies, I've finally begun to understand what was missing from my Bible study all those years.

Reclaiming My Time

Reclaiming My Time

It is far beyond the time to re-establish the firm foundations of my faith, and hopefully yours as well. In the next hour, I will reclaim my time regarding the origins of creation, the superior structure of humanity, the definitive priority of true Christianity (versus all other faiths), and the false teachings about the end times.

2021 - Where We Are and Where We Will Be

2021 - Where We Are and Where We Will Be

1st Century Press - My 2021 update produced during the chaotic events of January 6th, 2021. In this re-introduction after several months hiatus during 2020, I explain where I personally have been, where we are as a people, and where I see us going in the future.

Mark 11: Fleshly Israel v Spiritual Church

Mark 11: Fleshly Israel v Spiritual Church

1CP - Mark 11:11-22 was far more than merely the telling of a cursed fig tree and the turning over of a few tables in the Jerusalem temple. Jesus was overtly declaring the replacement of the fleshly Israel and the old covenant with the spiritual Church and the establishment of a new covenant.

The Lost Church In A Lost World

The Lost Church In A Lost World

1st Century Press - Is your church producing false teachings? Would you recognize them if it was? Wondering why there is as much lost within the church as in the world? Welcome to the cancer of the emergent church.

Errors in the Sun Q Tzu Thread

Errors in the Sun Q Tzu Thread

1st Century Press - In response to the recent attack on Evangelical Leaders by Qanon-supporting Twitter account Sun Q Tzu, I decided to address the thread posted Monday evening, July 20, 2020. If you are still Christian and pro-Qanon movement, this is a good video to further explain why I left the movement.#qanon #Christianity #OneWorldReligion #OneWorldGovernment #NewWorldOrder #OneWorldSystem #FalseProphet #EndTimes

The Play Within The Play - Christians Serving 2 Masters

The Play Within The Play - Christians Serving 2 Masters

1st Century Press - As I continue to receive harassing fightback from current Qanons, especially ones claiming a simultaneous Christian walk, I again attempt to clarify my reasons for leaving the movement and address the 2-master issue facing those still caught-up in the movement. I also address the similarity between the Q movement and today's Dominion Theology/New Apostolic Reformation.#1stcenturypress #Qanon #ChristianWalk #DominionTheolgy #NAR #NewApostolicReformation

One World Religion: Catholicism Part 2

One World Religion: Catholicism Part 2

1st Century Press - In this 2-hour third video in the One World Religion series, I complete my summary of Catholicism. From the sacraments to the symbols, the rituals to the Rosary. #OneWorldReligion #1stCenturyPress #Catholicism #EndTimes #FalseReligions #MysteryReligions

Why I Left Qanon

Why I Left Qanon

1st Century Press - For those long-term followers who are shocked by my abrupt switch from Qanon supporter to condemner, I have produced a 20+ minute testimonial about the process that led to my new stance.