Mt Pleasant Podcast

Do you know the name of the man who lived the longest of anyone on earth? Methuselah. He lived to be 969 and died just before Noah’s Flood. So, why did people live so long? Why, as much as we try to fight death with our modern technology, do we struggle to live longer than 80-90 years? Join us as we answer the question: “Why Did People Live So Long Before the Flood?” You might be surprised by what you learn!

Cain and Abel had the opportunity to bring their best offering to God, instead, Cain brought his leftovers. That act led to jealousy and rage and ultimately to the first murder, as Cain killed his brother. What a travesty, and yet, sin crouches at all of our doors. We must be on guard. Join us as we see: “The First Murder and Why?”

Jesus spoke seven "words or phrases” as He hung on the cross. Those seven “words” are some of the most profound words ever spoken. Join us as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and rejoice over: “The Last Word of Jesus from the Cross.”

The command was simple: “Don’t eat from that tree.” And yet, Adam and Eve disobeyed God. Join us as we see “The Bite that Changed Everything,” and while the juice of the forbidden fruit was running down the throats of Adam and Eve, Jesus was preparing to come to earth to break the curse of their sin.

In Genesis 2:18, God said, “It is not good that the man should be alone, I will make him a helper fit for him.” And there you have it: “God’s Divine Design for Marriage.” Of course, the culture says, “Marriage is anything you want it to be.” Join us as we see what Biblical Marriage is and why God designed it the way He did.

Why do we have a seven-day week? An evolutionist can’t or won’t answer that question. That’s because it points back to six days of creation and a 7th day of rest. Join us as we see God’s plan for rest and His plan for work on the earth. We’ll see that work was created before the “Fall of Man,” (when sin came into the world) and see why work is so valuable and good for humanity.

“Let us make man in our image.” That’s one of the most monumental statements of all time. God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit making Adam in the image of the God-head. What does that mean? It means we are all spirit beings. As followers of Jesus we know: to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Join us as we see God’s plan for humanity as we are all “Made in God’s Image.”

Contrary to the Evolutionary teaching of our day, God created everything in the universe in six 24-hour days, just as Scripture teaches. And in that creation, God created everything according to their “kinds,” which crushes the evolution narrative. Join us, and we will see why as we dive in and investigate the “Six Days of Creation.”

Since Charles Darwin’s “Origin of the Species” was published in 1859, there has been a debate about where humanity came from. Was it an explosion in space and we’re the product of “Survival of the Fittest” or did God create us, “In the Beginning?” Join us Sunday as we begin our new series, “In the Beginning” and we see why evolution is the biggest hoax of our the past 150 years and why the Bible is our authority for all that happened “in the beginning."

Invitations. We get them all the time. We get them to weddings, birthday parties, graduations, baby showers, etc. The decision is then: can we go or not? For Jesus and His invitation to all to join Him in heaven…He’s been offering that invitation for over 2,000 years. However, time will eventually come to an end, and the invitation will end. Join us Sunday as we see “Jesus’ Last Invitation.” In fact, this is your invitation to come!

The word: “Maranatha,” means: “Come Lord.” Many churches have the word in their name. That one word sums up the hope and longing of the church for Jesus to return and take us home! Join us as we see the definite certainty of Christ’s return: “Jesus IS Coming Back!”

The Bible tells us that the throne of God and Jesus will be in the New Jerusalem and the “servants will worship Him.” And think about this: Revelation 22:4 says: “They will see his face…” Can you fathom what that moment will be like? There are no words that can describe it. That moment will be the fulfillment of all that we have longed and hoped for! Join us as we celebrate: “Seeing God,” as we ponder the joy that awaits the follower of Christ!

Jesus said He was going away to prepare a place for His people. That place is the New Jerusalem. It’s the New Jerusalem that has streets of gold and gates of pearl. Join us as we see the fascinating details of this prepared place that contains the “Father’s House” with many rooms.

What a day it will be for the believer in Christ to arrive in heaven where there will be no more tears, death, mourning, or pain. These are called the “No Mores of Heaven.” Don’t miss tomorrow as we are encouraged through the trials and difficulties of life as we ponder the “no mores.”

Think about it. Heaven, the earth, and Jerusalem have all been tainted by Satan and sin. Satan rebelled in heaven, leaving a trail of mutiny, and then, having been banished to earth, tempted Adam and Eve to sin and ultimately, laughed as Jesus died on Calvary outside the city walls of Jerusalem. Because of these events, God will bring a New Heaven, New Earth, and New Jerusalem into existence. Join us as we see all things become new as every tear is wiped away and the former things pass away.

After Jesus returns to this earth, He will set up what is described in Revelation 20 as the: “Millennial Kingdom.” That kingdom will be set up from Jerusalem, where Jesus will reign for 1,000 as He keeps His promise to Israel to rule and reign from the throne of David as Israel’s king. Join us as we see: ’The Reign of Christ.”

Jesus is coming back! Do you believe that? You better! As sure as He came the first time, which we just celebrated at Christmas, He’s coming again! Join us as we see the details of: “The Glorious Second Coming of Jesus.” Truly, these details are so powerful and enthralling, you don’t want to miss it!

Babylon, the great prostitute, was used and abused by the devil, and judged by God almighty. Meanwhile, the lovely Bride has readied herself for her marriage to the Lamb who bought her with His blood. Join us as we rejoice and look forward to that glorious wedding in Heaven.

Have you ever thought about this: “What if Jesus Had Not Come?” If He had not come, we would be a people still suffocated by the darkness, overcome by death, and have no hope of eternal life. The thought of that is mind-numbing, yet true. Join us as we rejoice together because Jesus did come and because of Christmas we have victory over spiritual darkness and death and have the guarantee of eternity in heaven with Him. It’s Christmas! May we truly celebrate and rejoice because Jesus came to save us!

The Church is described in Scripture as the Bride of Christ. Jesus bought us with His own blood. For the Antichrist, he chose a harlot called “Babylon.” As the Tribulation Period comes to an end on earth, the harlot will be destroyed and the Antichrist’s kingdom will crumble. Join us as we see: “The Destruction of the Antichrist,” and ask the question: “Do you belong to the Bride or the Harlot?”

In every age, the Church is always in danger of accommodation, especially as it attempts to present the Gospel. Churches feel they need to be “seeker-friendly” and dumb down the teaching to "keep with cultural norms.” Those phrases should scare us to death! Because those phrases tell us that there’s a great likelihood for a “false gospel” to be taught. During the Tribulation that’s exactly what will happen. Join us as we see the "False Religion of the Antichrist,” and we learn how not to be deceived.

Let’s just be honest, Joy can be difficult to find these days. The joy that the world tries to sell us is a counterfeit, so if we only look at the things happening in this world, we will miss out on the joy that God wants us to know and experience every day of our lives. That’s why we need fresh, daily reminders that God’s mercies are new and that we have every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus. Join us for a special Thanksgiving message as we return to the Word of God to find the fount of every blessing.

The Tribulation Period is a season of time that will be unlike anything this earth or its inhabitants have ever seen. And that is certainly true when God pours out His wrath through what are known as the “Bowl Judgments.” Join us for "Judgment and Armageddon," as we see all the catastrophes that will come upon this earth during the bowl judgments and the march to the valley of Megiddo for war.

Fall is a time of harvest. It’s the way the seasons work. In heaven we’ll witness the harvest of all the souls who have trust Jesus and followed Him as Lord and Savior. That’s the good news! The bad news is there is also a harvest of the disobedient, who chose to reject the Lord Jesus. A harvest of wrath has been stored up for them. Join us as we see the future harvest of souls in “The Great Harvest.”

We don’t necessarily think about singing when we study the book of the Revelation, right? After all, we know terrible things are happening: tribulation, strife, wrath, and judgment! But there will also be singing! There is singing because justice is going to be served. There is singing because the right will triumph over wrong…and good over evil! Join us as we see: “Voices of Victory” during the Tribulation and we’re encouraged to keep singing!

Yes, the world is marching toward future chaos. A season of time known as the Tribulation Period is going to bring with it a worldwide outcry for relief and order at almost any cost. That will set the stage for the emergence of a new world leader who will promise a solution to all problems. He will negotiate world peace and promise order and security. This man is known as the Antichrist. Never has there been a dictator or tyrant like this man. Join us as we see: “The Antichrist Revealed.”

By the middle of the seven-year Tribulation period, the Antichrist is going to be on the warpath seeking to hunt down anyone who doesn’t have his mark on their forehead or wrist. He will come after Christians and the nation of Israel. Yet again, God will provide and Israel will be protected and cared for during the last 3 1/2 years of the Tribulation. Join us as we see: “Satan’s Plot to Destroy.” You will be encouraged knowing that God protects you and Satan can do nothing to you outside of God’s will for your life.

In great pride the angel Lucifer chose to rebel. He wanted to ascend to the throne that is occupied by God, yet He was overthrown, along with 1/3 of the angels, who are now his demonic hoard. Join us as we see: “War in Heaven,” as Michael the archangel and God’s holy angels fight against Satan and his demons. We’ll see that Satan and his demons are no match for God and his angels. You’ll be encouraged as we see where our strength comes from in Christ!

Today, the majority of the world hates Israel. But you haven’t seen anything yet! As we rush toward the End Times and future catastrophic judgments, Israel is going to be abandoned by every nation. They will be left totally alone with no support! But God!! He will come to Israel's aid and defense. But, yet again, during the Tribulation Period, Israel will be the target of Satan. Join us as we see why Israel is so important to the future of the world.

One of the most famous movies of our time was: “Raiders of the Lost Ark.” The character Indiana Jones sought to find the ark. Well, it’s not here! It’s in heaven! Join us now as we see inside the throne room of heaven and see the ark of the covenant and learn what will be happening in heaven during the Tribulation! This will be a fascinating message!

The Antichrist will turn on Israel and the people of Earth midway through the Tribulation. Yet, He will believe he has all power over the people because of fear and intimidation. Yet, that’s not the case! God will send Two Witnesses to preach the Gospel to the world! Many will be saved and the Antichrist will kill them. Is this the end? Join us as we see the ministry of: “The Two Witnesses.”

Finally, God is going to say, “Enough.” Time will have run out for those on the earth during the Tribulation Period. God in His sovereign power and judgment will use a mighty angel to execute His final judgments on the earth. There will be no more delay. Join us as we study the “Bittersweet Book of Heaven.” Why is it bitter and sweet at the same time? Join us to find out!

The devastation continues as Trumpets are blown from heaven. Demons that look like locusts will appear and torment the earth's inhabitants. Ultimately, 1/3 of mankind will be destroyed as the fifth and sixth trumpets are blown. You would think the people would repent. They won’t! Why? Join us and we’ll see!

Join us as we see Jesus break open the Seventh Seal on the scroll in heaven. Seven Trumpets will be blown unleashing more catastrophes: hail, fire, and blood falling from heaven causing 1/3 of the trees to be burned, then 1/3 of the sea becoming blood, 1/3 of the freshwater to be polluted and 1/3 of the sun, and moon and stars being darkened. It seems beyond comprehension, but it’s as true as the fulfillment of all the other prophecies in Scripture. We’ll see these details now.

There has been much debate through the centuries about a group of people identified in the Book of Revelation as the 144,000. Just exactly who are these people? How will they be selected and what will be their role during the Tribulation Period? Join us for a fascinating message answering the question: “Who Are The 144,000?”

The Rapture has happened! The followers of Jesus Christ have been taken to heaven and all those who had not repented their sins have been left behind on earth. Jesus has now taken the scroll into his hands, detailing what is next in this prophetic timeline. What is next? The Tribulation! Join us to see the beginning of God's just verdict of judgment upon the wicked on the earth.

Jesus Christ is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Some people believe that and some don’t. However, there will come a day when Jesus will reveal Himself to the World as just that…King of All. Join us as we continue to see inside the throne room of Heaven and why Jesus is worthy of honor, praise, and glory!

Heaven. It’s hard to fathom all that followers of Jesus will enjoy in Heaven. Our finite minds can’t grasp the joys we’ll behold. Join us as we get a glimpse of Heaven from the Apostle John! We’ll be mesmerized and encouraged by “Scenes of Heaven.”

Join us as we summarize the lessons we’ve learned in our study of the seven churches of the book of Revelation. We’ll see the striking similarities of the admonitions Jesus offered to these churches. From: “I know your works,” to the “one who conquers,” to “I have this against you,” to “He who has an ear…” All of these admonitions point to repentance. Who learned the lessons and who didn’t? We’ll see the stark contrasts now.

No one likes feeling nauseated. It’s an uneasy, unsettling feeling and that feeling goes into overdrive when the vomiting finally happens. Ugh! Jesus described the church at Laodicea as a people who nauseated Him and He wanted to spit them out of His mouth. Why? Because they were arrogant, and pompous and thought they needed nothing. Yet, they were poor, naked, and blind. How does a person get to the place where they can call themselves a “Christian” but be okay with living like the world and what can be done to remedy this nauseating condition? Join us now for the answer!

The “City of Brotherly Love.” We know that as Philadelphia in Pennsylvania. But, this city was also found in Asia Minor in the first century and praised by Jesus for how they used “open doors” of opportunity to share the Gospel. After all, that’s the job of any church: share the Gospel. But that takes the people inside that church to do so. Join us as we see “open doors” set before us to share the Good News that Jesus Saves!

How did everything come to be? Who am I, and why am I here? Why is there evil? Why do I need to be saved? Can I trust the Bible? Join us now, find answers to these questions, and see the Bible reflected in your everyday life.

Join us as we see: “The Autopsy of a Dead Church.” A dead church? Yes, the great preacher, Dr. Vance Havner said the church at Sardis was “Nothing more than a morgue with a steeple.” That can happen to the Christian as well. We can look good on the outside, but be dead on the inside. We can have the right outward appearance, but be living in sin. Jesus offers the cure for the dead church…but, it’s a path down Repentance Lane. It’s not easy, but there’s joy to be had for those who repent.

The Church of Thyatira was called: “The Church of Jezebel.” Wow! Can you imagine a church being identified by Jesus with such a terrible name? Jezebel was the evil queen of King Ahab of the Old Testament. However, her name is still known today because of how she pushed overt evil and sin to get her way and to turn her husband’s head from the truth. Disaster awaits those who tolerate sin in their lives, their homes, and their churches. Join us as we see how Jesus encouraged the church at Thyatira to stand on truth and what would happen to them if they continued to tolerate sin.

We live in an age of compromise. Often the word used for compromise is “tolerance.” Yes, we should be a tolerant people in that we are patient and kind to all. However, “tolerance” is often used today to excuse and even applaud lifestyles and practices that are blatantly contrary to Scripture. Join us now as we see what compromise does to a life, a church, and to a nation: “When Truth is Compromised."