Episodes

  • To the Church in Sardis | Revelation 3:1-6

    To the Church in Sardis | Revelation 3:1-6
    Nov 9 2025
    Jesus declares himself as one with full power and authority and declares that the church in Sardis, though having the reputation of being alive, was actually dead. It had become a church where it was just going through the motions with no fight left in them. They had no significance to God's Kingdom, no threat to Satan and the enemy, and no signs of life. But yet, Jesus still does not give up on them and exhorts them to wake up, repent, and remember the truth of God's words. Even in a dire condition as this, Jesus recognizes that there will be some who will remain faithful. He promises swift judgment upon those who remain in their deadened state. But for those who remain faithful, Jesus gives the assurance of recognition and eternal life.
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    28 mins
  • To the Church in Thyatira | Revelation 2:18-29

    To the Church in Thyatira | Revelation 2:18-29
    Nov 3 2025
    To the church in Thyatira, Jesus presents himself as the holy king who is worthy of total allegiance from his church. He then calls out his church for embracing worldliness especially through tolerating sin. As such, Jesus exhorts his church to carry out church discipline. Lastly, Jesus reassures his church that instead of being overcome by the world, they will overcome the world.
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    34 mins
  • To the Church in Pergamum | Revelation 2:12-17

    To the Church in Pergamum | Revelation 2:12-17
    Oct 26 2025
    To the church in Smyrna, Jesus presents himself as the righteous judge who authoritatively speaks the truth to his church. He then warns his church against compromising the truth by entertaining false teachers. As such, Jesus exhorts his church to turn away from false teachers and to return to the truth of God's Word. Lastly, Jesus reassures his church that the truth will set them free for a flourishing life.
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    32 mins
  • To the Church in Smyrna | Revelation 2:8-11

    To the Church in Smyrna | Revelation 2:8-11
    Oct 19 2025
    To the church in Smyrna, Jesus presents himself as the one who has sovereignly experienced and victoriously defeated death for his church. He then affirms that his church is blessed even in the face of persecution. As such, Jesus exhorts his church to not be fearful but instead to be faithful in the midst of ongoing persecution. Lastly, Jesus reassures his church that he has secured indestructible life that goes beyond death.
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    33 mins
  • To the Church in Ephesus | Revelation 2:1-7

    To the Church in Ephesus | Revelation 2:1-7
    Oct 13 2025
    To the church in Ephesus, Jesus presents his authority and affection for his church. He then commends his church for their steadfast diligence and sound doctrine, but he rebukes them for spurning their devotion. Doing everything else right while neglecting the main thing leads to having nothing. As such, Jesus exhorts his church to remember, to repent, and to repeat their devotion. Lastly, Jesus reassures his church that they will enjoy perfect love in his presence forevermore.
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    35 mins
  • Looking Back and Looking Forward | Numbers 13-14

    Looking Back and Looking Forward | Numbers 13-14
    Oct 7 2025
    In leading the Israelites to the Promise Land, God calls upon His people to look back and to look forward. Likewise, in the face of new opportunities and challenges before us, instead of shrinking back in fear, we can move forward with confidence in our faithful God.
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    44 mins
  • The Joy of the Lord Is Our Strength | Esther 9-10

    The Joy of the Lord Is Our Strength | Esther 9-10
    Sep 28 2025
    Through a new decree that was passed, the Jews are able to defend themselves and find victory against Haman's evil plot. They then inaugurate the Feast of Purim as a celebration and remembrance of God's deliverance. Although we do not celebrate Purim, we have a greater joy, a greater victory, a greater understanding of God's deliverance under the New Covenant in the act of communion. Therefore, we can live from a place of strength and victory and know joy and celebration even in a world of despair and chaos.
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    37 mins
  • The Gospel According to Esther | Esther 5-8

    The Gospel According to Esther | Esther 5-8
    Sep 21 2025
    After making preparations, Esther comes before the king to make her request. Through the unfolding of events, we see how God carries out His plan of salvation. God remains faithful to His people despite their unfaithfulness. God sovereignly works to bring forth good out of evil. God victoriously prevails over evil with justice. God graciously invites people everywhere to repent and join His Kingdom. The gospel according to Esther is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus.
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    36 mins