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In honor of my good friend Brent P, who teaches rhetoric at New St. Andrews in Moscow, Idaho, and along with his lovely wife is expecting their first baby any day now, I am re-sharing this lightly edited episode (from 2024) in which we discussed a wide range of topics, including: Brent carrying the Chinese Olympic torch in 08! Learning from a North Korean classmate Eating "creature soup" and grubworms Our practical tips for learning Chinese What its like to be a "star" on Chinese TV How John Piper introduced Brent and I in 2012 Running from the police and delivering Bibles in Tibet Starring on Chinese TV to pay for NSA Graduate Degree Brent's book promoting Chinese classical Christian education Here are links to the John Piper sermon that God used to introduce Brent and I almost 15 years ago... https://chinacall.substack.com/p/my-burden-for-the-truly-unreached-fbc https://www.desiringgod.org/messages/holy-ambition And here are various links to Brent's book on Chinese classical Christian education, "Redeeming the Six Arts", in both English and Chinese: Roman Roads Press:https://romanroadspress.com/store/six-arts/ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Redeeming-Six-Arts-Christian-Classical-ebook/dp/B0BXY45TSK/ 中文(Chinese): 恩道:https://ebook.endao.co/book-914# 微读:https://wdbook.com/dp/54502751633409?fbclid=IwAR2B082mM0lkt2_q_i1-ZR-G-P6Olb-XjO6Xkha27KZJfB_9jdsBIoq046E 亚马逊:https://www.amazon.com/%E6%95%91%E8%B5%8E%E5%85%AD%E8%89%BA-Redeeming-Six-Arts-Chinese/dp/1944482709/ You can follow me on Twitter, @chinaadventures, where I post daily reminders to pray for China (PrayforChina.us). You can also email me any questions or comments @ bfwesten at gmail dot com… And if you want to learn more about our missions projects or get one of my books, visit PrayGiveGo.us.

Did Jesus predict events that would happen within a single generation? In this episode, Jay Rogers traces the remarkable 40-year timeline connecting the ministry of Jesus, the rise of the apostles, Nero's persecution of Christians, the writing of Revelation, and the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70. Was Christ's warning about "this generation" meant to be taken literally? How do the events of the first century fit together? And what happens when we read biblical prophecy in its original historical context? This study follows the unfolding story from the cross to the fall of the temple, revealing how the New Testament's prophetic warnings were tied to real events experienced by the generation that first heard them. Topics covered: • Jesus and the meaning of "this generation" • The 40-year countdown from Christ to AD 70 • Nero Caesar and the persecution of the church • The apostles Peter and Paul • The Book of Revelation and its historical setting • The destruction of Jerusalem and the temple • The preterist understanding of biblical prophecy Whether you're exploring Revelation, the Olivet Discourse, Nero, AD 70, or the timing of biblical prophecy, this episode brings the entire first-century timeline together.

We start with Germany’s stunning World Cup loss to Paraguay and discover that, as usual, international soccer has a remarkable ability to make millions of perfectly rational adults behave like deranged squirrels. From there, we ponder: why so many Europeans become unexpectedly fascinated by American food and conveniences, leading us through brisket, Waffle House, Texas Roadhouse, Chick-fil-A, and Buc-ee’s, which somehow manages to be a gas station, a tourist attraction, and possibly its own form of local government. We talk air conditioning—not just as a machine that keeps people from melting into the upholstery, but as a cultural dividing line. We argue over comfort, whether humans are supposed to reshape nature or merely negotiate with it, and what it really means to "take dominion" over the world using a thermostat. We also tackle the less relaxing subjects of exit taxes, estate taxes, and the fact that governments are enthusiastic about knowing where your money is. Along the way, we examine sovereign citizen claims, why those arguments consistently fail in court, and whether anyone can truly live outside government authority. By the end, we've connected soccer heartbreak, roadside brisket, industrial-strength air conditioning, and tax law into one conversation, which is either impressive or a compelling argument that podcasts are a waste of time.

On this 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, David examines what it says about the purpose of civil government and why it is instituted in light of the Apostle Paul’s warning not to be "spoiled" by philosophies of men that are not "after Christ. Is what the Declaration says about civil government more in accord with John Locke's 17th century philosophy or the theology of Abraham Kuyper? And if the former, what should future generations aspire to?

In this episode of The Magistrate, Josh Howard and James Baird respond to horrifying reports from Great Britain and ask a sobering question: What happens when civil authorities stop punishing evil and begin protecting it?Using the famous Barnhouse warning about Satan taking over a city, they examine how judicial failure, social decay, and gospel-less churches are often connected—not isolated problems.What is the Christian response when justice collapses?Prayer, courage, local faithfulness, and unwavering commitment to Christ’s rule. Christians must oppose evil without losing hope, because Christ still reigns.

On this Canada Day episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Michael Thiessen is joined by Dr. Joe Boot and Dr. Aaron Rock for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of Canada in 2026. Is Canada a nation to celebrate, lament, or both? They reflect on the spiritual and cultural condition of the country, the continuing relevance of George Grant’s Lament for a Nation, the dangers of progressivism and statism, and the urgent need for Christians to recover a biblical vision of law, liberty, nationhood, and public life. From church leadership and Christian education to government overreach, surveillance, and the question of whether Canada will live under God’s law or man’s law, this episode calls Christians away from despair and toward faithful, hopeful, generational obedience under the lordship of Jesus Christ.

Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down with Cody Fields. Cody is the owner of Westminster Effects and the host of the Westminster Effects Doxology Podcast. As a long time freind of the show, they discussed recent events including the issues with New Christendom Press, Texas requiring bible reading in public schools, and the backlash comic Nate Bargatze received for attending the UFC fight at the White House. Enjoy! Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING

This week’s episode of the Prison Pulpit begins with a few thoughts about the ongoing situation in Venezuela, as well as the lesser-known persecution in India, before taking a deeper look at the current situation for Christians in China, and how things have continued to worsen since around the time of the pandemic in 2020. I'm your China travel guide in exile, Missionary Ben. Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I share a new Chinese city to pray for every single day. Feel free to email anytime: chinacompass @ privacyport.com. Check out PrayGiveGo.us for everything else, incl. Patreon, Substack & books… How Has China (Fuyang, especially) Changed in the Past Five Years? https://chinapartnership.org/blog/2026/06/fuyang-with-god-in-the-storm/ Give to Upcoming Venezuela Outreach (also, India, China, Pakistan, etc) MCI3.org Unbeaten: My Arrest, Interrogation, and Deportation from China Unbeaten.vip Follow China Compass Thank you for listening! Subscribe & leave a review on your preferred podcast platform! And don’t forget to visit PrayGiveGo.us for books + Heb. 13:3: Remember those who are in prison, “as bound with them”!

Why did Jesus cleanse the temple—and what did it really mean? In this episode of The Based Boomer, Mike D'Virgilio explores the deeper redemptive-historical significance behind Jesus’ cleansing of the temple, His cursing of the fig tree, and the coming judgment on Jerusalem in A.D. 70. Was this merely a protest against corruption, or was Jesus announcing something far greater? Connecting Christ’s actions to Leviticus 14 and the laws concerning an unclean house, Mike argues that the temple cleansing symbolized God’s final judicial sentence against a corrupt covenant order—fulfilled in the destruction of Jerusalem, just as Jesus foretold. This episode examines prophecy, covenant judgment, and why A.D. 70 remains one of the most important events for understanding the New Testament. Subscribe for more biblical theology, apologetics, culture, and eschatology from The Based Boomer on the EM Network.

On this week’s episode of The Sentinel Report: President Trump issues strong warnings about communism as the Supreme Court hands down major rulings with nationwide implications on the Federal Reserve, elections, and immigration. Alex Newman also examines the Communists’ key victories in New York City and the fraud through Obamacare being exposed by RFK Jr and Dr. Oz. Guests shine light on the news: Then, Brent Knudsen joins us to expose the alarming collapse of America’s bee population, why it poses a serious threat to our food supply and public health, and what can be done to reverse the crisis. Next, Melanie Kurdys of United States Parents Involved in Education breaks down H.R. 2691, legislation that would abolish the U.S. Department of Education, end federal education programs, and return authority—and funding—to the states. Finally, former Albanian President and Prime Minister Sali Berisha joins Newman to explain the Trump administration’s decision to lift sanctions against him, Albania’s escalating political turmoil, and the ongoing battle against George Soros’ influence in the Balkans. Don’t miss this important broadcast.