BeachCast.TV: Bible Exploration, Apologetics and Church History with Dr. Chase A. Thompson:

Does God have a physical appearance or a particular color? We might think the answer is no, but John describes God as having a very particular color in today's passage. Also: who or what are the Seven Spirits of God?

Jesus wrote seven letters to His churches almost 2000 years ago, but what does He have to say to His churches TODAY? Aren't those old letters outdated? No, actually - they are as fresh today as they were then. Also: What Does Jesus commend in the church and what does He disfavor?

Should we ever whine or complain to God in prayer? Today we discuss prayers for deliverance - how we should cry out to God when we are in desperate need for Him.

When did you come into being? Did you begin to exist at conception or - did your soul exist before your body was made? Also- is it possible for us to fully understand God and His ways?

Did Jesus write or dictate any letters in His lifetime, or did others write about Him? Today we look at 4 of the 7 letters that Jesus wrote, and consider another possible/improbable letter written by Jesus. Also: Revelation says that Pergamum is the place where Satan's throne is - what does that mean?!

What will the return of Jesus be like - will everybody around the world be able to see His return? Also: What does the risen and glorified Jesus look like in Heaven now? Does He still have an appearance like a human man? John answers both questions for us - and more - in the first chapter of the book of Revelation.

Jude is a fascinating, but short book of the Bible. In it, the author warns us against slandering an sort of heavenly being, including Satan himself. We aren't supposed to talk bad about the devil? Also: How can we practically pray in the Spirit - is praying in the Spirit the same thing as praying in tongues?

Why has it taken so long for Jesus to return - what is causing His slowness? You might be surprised to find out that He hasn't delayed long at all, because time is quite different from God's perspective than from ours. Today we focus on the second coming and how time works differently for God!

Both 2nd Peter 2 and Jude 6 talk about angels who are kept in dark chains for a particular sin they committed. Were these angels the ones referred to in Genesis 6:1-4 - the ones who had relations with human beings? Also: the dangers of false teaching.

What Bible verse is repeated more than any other? Plus: What a wonderful Psalm of Thanksgiving teaches us about the act of Thanksgiving!

Two short, but deep Psalms today, and two topics. First, we discuss the wonderful blessing of unity and the strange use of metaphors in the Old Testament. Second we discuss "raising hands" in worship. Is this a charismatic-only practice?

The Bible commands us to make our calling and election sure, but how can we do that if salvation is an act of God, and not based on the works of man. Does assurance of salvation come from our good works?

Two topics today: What does Paul mean when he writes that those who aren't working shouldn't be eating? Plus: Who is the Man of Lawlessness described in 2nd Thessalonians 2, and how can he have so much power?

Fake news hit the Thessalonian church in the first century when a FAKE apostle Paul somehow wrote to them that Jesus had already come back - which apparently caused something of a panic in this church. In today's passage, Paul writes to settle and encourage the Thessalonians, telling them that TWO important things would happen before Jesus returns. Today we discuss those two events.

What will the Second Coming of Jesus be like? Peaceful? Fiery? Frightening? Encouraging? Today we discuss Paul's description of the return of Jesus and discover why the Old Testament calls it the "great and terrible" day of the Lord.

Some trivia: What is the shortest verse in the Bible? (Hint: It's NOT "Jesus Wept," well, not exactly) More importantly: how can we avoid quenching or grieving the Holy Spirit?

Psalm 131 is one of the shortest and wisest chapters in the Bible,teaching us how to avoid controversy and troubles by not engaging in those things which are beyond us. Also: C.S. Lewis on the news and media.

No matter who you are, or where you are - the great truth about God is that He is overflowing with abundant mercy, and He is a rescuer. Look to Him and find salvation.

Two big questions today: How will the return of Jesus unfold - what will be the end-times order of events? Second question: How can we 100% know the absolute and guaranteed will of God for our lives RIGHT THIS SECOND?

Paul the apostle was one of the most effective soul winners, ministers, preachers and evangelists who ever lived. What does the Bible tell us about his methods of ministry and discipleship? How can we spread the good news like Paul did?

How do we help when our friends and family and fellow church members are going through terrible trials? Paul gives us a great blueprint to effectively help in our 1 Thessalonians 4 passage today.

Paul discusses Jesus rescuing us from "the coming wrath" in 1 Thessalonians 1. What is the coming wrath? Who is angry, and how does Jesus rescue us from that anger? Today, we discuss the last day's judgment and more!

What is the best way to demonstrate to Jesus that we love Him? We get an interesting peek into the answer to that question by listening in on a dialog between Peter and Jesus after Peter denied Jesus three times.

Sleep - most of us spend about 1/3 of our lives sleeping, but you rarely,if ever, hear a sermon about sleep, or a discussion of what the Bible teaches about sleep. Does the Bible have much to say about sleep? Yes, as it turns out.

Gossip and lies have the power to wound us deep in our souls. How should a Christian handle things when they are the target of unfair rumors or slander? Also: Does God's Word promise to keep Christians from ALL harm?

Today we consider the individual experiences some of Jesus' followers had with Him after His resurrection, and also discuss how the holy day among some Jews switched from Saturday to Sunday after the resurrection. What could have caused such a shift?

What were the last words said by Jesus before He died - Matthew, Luke and John all give us three different possibilities. Are these contradictions, or marks of genuineness? ALso: What is the single most important word in the Bible?

As Christians, how are we to act when people mistreat us, attack us, and unjustly accuse us of things. Should we vehemently defend ourselves in the name of truth and justice, or has Jesus shown us a quite different way?

The longest prayer of Jesus is in John 17 - what can we learn from reading His prayer? Interestingly - Jesus begins His prayer very, very simply, and He mixes in normal conversation with His requests + more insights on prayer form Jesus.

Christian "extremists" have been in the news over the past few years - people doing violent or harmful things and claiming to do so in the name of Jesus, or in God's name. Such things have been going on for at least 2,000 years - what causes people to attribute terrible deeds to God or Jesus?

Today we finish Psalm 119 and discuss the benefits of delighting in God's Word and the fact that humans are broken - even the best of us - and are like wandering sheep.

Psalm 119 is basically a love poem - an ode, but not to a romantic interest, instead, the entire Psalm - longest in the Bible - is focused on the goodness of God's Word and the blessings that come to those who read it, savor it and seek to follow it.

Jesus says that we will bear great fruit if we abide in Him and will be able to do absolutely nothing if we don't...so what does it mean to abide in Jesus, and how can we abide?

Today we discuss one of the more controversial claims about Jesus - are there many paths to God, or only one? Did Jesus conclusively teach that He Himself was the only, single way to God the Father and Eternal life?

How are Christians supposed to love each other? In John 13, Jesus gives us a mind-blowing and utterly illogical example of how we are to love each other, and in doing so, the King of Kings takes on the likeness of a humble, foot-washing servant.

Today we look at Mary of Bethany - a spiritual giant in the Bible that is not as well known as she should be. Nobody in the Bible exemplified a Great Commandment lifestyle more than Mary, and we can learn much from her!

How many people does the Bible record that Jesus raised from the dead? I suspect the actual number might surprise you + how did Jesus cope when friends and those around Him faced death - what was His reaction?

When you hear the word "meditation" what do you think of? There is a vast amount of difference between eastern meditation and biblical meditation, and today we explore that difference, as well as the great spiritual benefit that is found in meditation on the Bible.

In Psalm 119, the Psalmist mentions how it was fair and good or God to cause him affliction. Does God cause affliction and trouble for His people - does God cause bad things to sometimes happen to us today?

How does Jesus define our relationship with Him - how should our relationship with Him be? Is He like our best friend, or does He give us an even better metaphor than that?

One of the biggest question of all - why does God allow bad things to happen to people that don't seem to deserve it. Why does God let bad things happen to ME? Today we discuss some of the reasons the Bible gives for our suffering.

How can you know beyond a shadow of a doubt that you are saved by Jesus and destined for Heaven? In John 8, Jesus tells us how we can have real and genuine assurance of salvation. Also, did Jesus really save an adulterous woman from being stoned?

How can we have true living water from Jesus? It turns out that water is eternal, free and wonderful, and was purchased by Jesus and His death on the cross. Because He died thirsty, we never have to thirst again!

Was Jesus loved by the commoners and hated by the elites? Not exactly - it turns out that Jesus was so radical, that He could turn off normies and the top 1 percenters with the same teaching, and today we will hear about a teaching of Jesus that caused many of His DISCIPLES to turn away and stop following Him. What teaching?

Are you in a difficult place right now - your nose buried in the metaphorical dust of some difficult trial or terrible time? If so - today's pod discusses how you can be rescued and intensely invigorated by God. Check it out!

Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Bible, and one of the richest and deepest. In the first few chapters, the Psalmist gives us a great key and power to overcome sin in our lives - what is that key?

A Great Controversy exists on the exact relationship of Jesus with God? Is Jesus God -are they the same? Is Jesus also the Son of God? Today we discuss the Bible's teaching on the deity of Christ.

One of the most fascinating conversations in the Bible is the one between Jesus and the woman at the well. Society's rules said Jesus shouldn't talk to, or even acknowledge a foreign woman, but Jesus not only engaged her in conversation, but He had a deep and spiritual conversation with her that led to her salvation. How did He do it?

Most people assume that being born again just means to become a Christian, but Jesus uses this metaphor to communicate some of the deepest truths about following Him. What does it mean to be born again, and how can you be born again?

Was Jesus peaceful and serene all of the time when He was on the earth? It turns out that Jesus appeared angry at least sometimes. What in the world could make Jesus mad?