Concerning The Times
Concerning the Times is a podcast that addresses the unsettling global events unfolding today and examines them in light of Jesus' soon return and how they will affect you. If you're curious about Jesus and what the future holds, this podcast offers insight into how these turbulent times align with end-time Bible prophecy. We discuss the urgent need for truth in a confusing world. For Christians, we discuss growing spiritual deception and apathy and encourage you to live boldly. For seekers, we invite you to explore the hope and salvation found only in Jesus. Each episode challenges listeners to consider...
Finishing Well
The Christian life isn't easy, and everyone who wants to follow Jesus must count the cost. Finishing well and enduring to the end should be the goal of every believer who longs to hear Jesus say these words to us, "Well done, good and faithful servant."
Show notes:
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Great teaching from New Testament Pentecostal Church, Ballynahinch, N. Ireland, on their YouTube channel, featuring various biblically sound speakers.
<...A Biblical Sense of Urgency
Nearly 60 million men and women will die around the world this year. Using Jesus' statistics, most of them will die unsaved and enter eternity in hell. As Jesus' followers, we must do everything possible to *warn people and reach them with the good news. This is a call to a biblical sense of urgency.
Show Notes:
This episode was recorded during a message I preached on 4/19/2026 at New Testament Pentecostal Church in Ballynahinch, Northern Ireland. Visit the church website to share in what the Lord is doing and to view sermons by my dear friend...
A Warning to America's Lukewarm Church
Christian churches in America are in imminent danger and don't realize it. Most churches boast of growing attendance, relevance, and success, yet the glory and Spirit of God departing from our gatherings is a reality. Drastic change is critical; or we risk Jesus’ words to the Laodicean church happening to us: "I will spit you out of my mouth." Let's look together at the absolute worldly nightmare most American churches have become and restore our local fellowships through repentance and humility. It's time to stop business-as-usual church and give the glory to God, not ourselves.
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Contradicting Jesus on End Time Prophecy
End-time Bible prophecy is the most debated topic among Christians in all of scripture. Healthy debate is good, but a dangerous, unbiblical precedent is being set. End-time Bible prophecy is being attacked from within the church by supposed shepherds. Let’s look at the deception that Jesus and the apostles warned us would come.Â
Show Notes:
All audio clips and book quotes are unaltered and provided for further research.
Books:Â
The Purpose Driven Life: By Rick Warren
Unraptured - How End-Time Theology Gets It Wrong: By Zack Hunt
Video footage of Mark Dris...
Pressing Toward the Goal with Determination and Dependence
Paul’s life was one of determination and dependence as he pressed on. Jesus is coming soon. We must renew our determination and dependence on the Lord as we encourage one another and press on toward the goal together. Let’s look together at Paul’s living example of pressing onward toward the prize and how we should join in imitating him.
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The Men Who Prepare the Way for Antichrist
Prominent men are preparing the way for the Antichrist. Men like Yuval Noah Harari and others are distorting the truth with lies, and this will culminate in the soon arrival of a world leader who will control the global economy and system of worship. The onset of mass surveillance, digital IDs, digital currency, and AI will soon make the unthinkable a reality.
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Show notes:
All sound bites were compiled from select speeches by Noah Yuval Harari.
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The "New Normal" Isn't Normal
The “new normal” isn’t normal, and deep down we all feel it. As society becomes desensitized to rage, violence, and unkindness, it’s easier to recognize the evil in others than the sin within ourselves. This episode challenges that reality and points to the true hope found in Jesus. Learn how He changes hearts and how sharing the Gospel can bring light and lasting impact to those we encounter every day as we near His second coming.
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The Road to Eternity is Measured in Seconds
Our lives are made up of decades, years, hours, minutes, and seconds, and there are 86,400 seconds in each day. Time is an immeasurably valuable commodity, a finite resource that we can spend, invest in, or waste just like money. We are all given a limited amount of time on earth to live, and then we die. In God’s grace and mercy, He knows when that time is for each person. As the awareness of sin marches on, the seconds of our lives tick away. Every one of those seconds is a step on the road to eternity.
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The One Sin God Won't Forgive
Jesus said that there is one sin that won't be forgiven. When people think of the unforgivable sin, they generally have a list of the so-called big and small ones. Things like murder and rape are usually at the top, while gossip and pride are lesser offenses in society's eyes. But the Bible breaks through the confusion and tells us what the unpardonable sin is and how to avoid it. We'll discuss it together in this episode.Â
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The Reason Behind Charlie Kirk's Murder
The sad news of the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk shed light on the elephant in the world’s living room. It exposed society’s underlying hatred of anything good, especially true Christians. Let’s take a realistic look at the reason behind the hate and what the Christian response should be.
Show Notes:Â
Link to article: The World Will Hate You.
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The Spirit-Filled Life and Authority in Jesus' Name
The Spirit-filled life is a term we often hear and read about, but what exactly does it mean? In this timely message, Pastor Ian Huxham provides a biblical overview of the Holy Spirit's role in our Christian life. He explains why being Spirit-filled, led, and empowered should be the norm, not the exception, in the daily lives of every follower of Jesus.Â
This episode is from one of the messages at the 2025 Southwest Bible Week Conference in Bicton, UK. Pastor Ian Huxham is a dear friend of mine, and I trust that you will be as blessed a...
Summer 2025 End Time Prophecy Update
Many people are breathing a collective sigh of relief as it seems we've averted an all-out war in the Middle East. In reality, numerous geopolitical, economic, and social crises are at a boiling point around the globe, and many people remain unaware of them, leading to a growing false sense of peace and safety. Let's take a biblical look at the current realities we face and the troubles that will come upon the whole earth in the days ahead, as we near the end of history and Jesus' return.
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Living for Jesus in a World That Calls Evil Good and Good Evil
Woe to those who call evil good and good evil! When Isaiah spoke these words, he warned the people of his day about moral and spiritual blindness. Here we are, nearly three millennia later, and not only is most of humanity in a moral free-fall, but it’s normal for evil to be called good and good called evil. Let’s explore the personal implications and how we should respond to a world full of people who think true Christians are the bad guys.
Read the article in Concerning The Times.
Here is the link to t...
When the Son of Man Comes, Will He Find Faith on Earth?
When Jesus asked this question two thousand years ago, He was alerting His followers about the prevailing spiritual condition of people on earth at the time of His return. Jesus knew the answer: the close of the age would be marked by a mass defection from the truth. What will they be falling away from? The faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. Let’s look at the current defection from the faith leading toward total apostasy and what we can do about it.
Show Notes:
A.W. Tozer's book: The Knowledge of...
The Coming Global False Revival
We are witnessing a growing number of spiritual movements in our time that are masquerading as authentic revivals, but seem to originate from a different spirit. Let’s examine how this spiritual deception sets the stage for the coming global false end-time revival and the worship of the Antichrist. Read, The Coming Global False Revival at: https://concerningthetimes.com/the-coming-global-false-revival/
Show Notes:
Our YouTube video on:Â The coming global false revival
Book by Leonard Ravenhill: Why Revival Tarries
Book by A.W. Tozer: Fiery Faith
Introducing Keith Green to a New Generation
Few people have impacted the world for Jesus as quickly as Keith Green did. His life on this earth was only a brief 28 years, but when he was born again, he used his platform as a singer & musician to win lost people to Jesus and fire up believers. Let's look together at Keith's life of no compromise and be encouraged to increased boldness for Jesus and love for others. Every blessing!
Show Notes:
Last Days Ministries - (Keith & Melody's ministry)
No Compromise -A Book about Keith's life.
Make My...
Encouraging People on Their Way to Hell
In this episode, we'll discuss how many Churches and Christians are encouraging people on their way to hell. How and why is this done? Some Christians do it unwittingly because their seeker-sensitive, purpose-driven church leaders have taught them to win people to a building, not Jesus.Â
Many Churches and leaders do it to tickle ears, keep their seats and services full, and care about man-pleasing, not God-pleasing. Let's look at this end-time spiritual deception together and see what the Bible says about not warning people—the consequences will be eternally tragic!
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<...China's Rise in the End-Times
China’s growing economic, tech, and military power makes it the elephant in the world’s living room we can’t ignore. Let’s examine how China’s rise in the end-times could affect us as individuals and globally. This should be a wake-up call to all of humanity, especially Christians.
Show Notes:
Click here to write letters to our fellow Christians in Chinese prisons.
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Are We Entering a Golden Age or the Abyss?
Although many Christian leaders presume we’re entering a golden age for the US and the world, I strongly disagree. End-time Bible prophecy points toward a widespread false sense of security, then sudden destruction. Let’s look at the shocking global events ahead for us and how we should respond to the supposed peace in our time. Donald Trump isn't the Prince of Peace; Jesus is.
Show Notes:
No President, Prime Minister, or King will bring lasting peace. Only Jesus, The Prince of Peace, will when He returns.
Related Bible vers...
Authentic Manhood in the End Times
In this conversation, we discuss the reality of spiritual warfare, emphasizing the active role of Satan in seeking to destroy men, marriages, families, and testimonies. I want to stress the seriousness of this battle and the need for discernment and vigilance as we live out authentic manhood in the end times.
Show Notes:Â I highly recommend books, teaching, and videos by:
Dave Hunt - Dave's teaching can be found on YouTube and at the ministry site of The Berean Call. He went to be with the Lord in 2011.
R...
When Love Grows Cold: A Call for True Unity Among Believers
Jesus said one of the signs of the end times is the love of many growing cold. We are rapidly approaching a time when brothers and sisters in the Lord will offend, betray, and hate one another. This is a call for true unity and genuine love among believers as love grows cold.
Show Notes:
Oswald Chambers: Click here for his books & devotionals, including My Utmost for His Highest.
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So Earthly Minded, No Heavenly Good
Being liked and accepted by the world has become an idol and obsession to the growing apostate church across America and globally. It's time to stop playing Christianity as usual and being so earthly-minded, we're no heavenly good.
Show notes:
A.W. Tozer quote from the book The Quotable Tozer 2.
Dave Hunt Quote from the book Whatever Happened to Heaven?
Dave was the founder of The Berean Call.
Vance Havner said: "The devil is not fighting religion. He’s too smart for that. He is producing a co...
Taylor Swift Fans hear the gospel in Indy
Many people came to hear Taylor Swift's concert on night 2 of the Eras Tour in Indy and heard the eternal gospel along the way to Lucas Oil Stadium. Pray that many people will believe in Jesus before it's too late. This is a 40-minute summary of our three hours of evangelism in downtown Indianapolis. Please take a moment to rate, share, and subscribe to this ministry podcast, as it helps us reach more people with the gospel. Thanks, and God bless you!
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Don't Diminish Jesus' Name
Jesus isn't a "Sky-Fairy, Old Man Upstairs, or Homeboy." He also isn't a Hallmark Channel version of God or Genie in a Bottle that much of watered-down Western Christianity makes Him out to be. We need to live bold lives that don’t obscure the good news and diminish the great name of Jesus with tepid, religious, and hypocritical behavior.
Show Notes:
Here's the link to Pastor Tim's recent sermon audio I referenced. You'll find it under (Thursday morning) messages and other excellent teaching:Â https://www.evangelchurch.co.uk/bicto...
L...
Hope for the Roman Catholic Heart
Dear Catholic friend, do you have questions about eternity? Do you worry about having to go through purgatory to get into heaven? Has trying to keep the sacraments and be good enough to please God left you worried that you might not make it? In today's episode, you will find hope for the Roman Catholic heart!
Show Notes:
Video by Dave Hunt: The Counterfeit Christianity of Roman Catholicism
Book by Roger Oakland: The eucharistic christ and new evangelization
Video by Dr. John Barnett: Why I’m not a Roman Catholic
Vi...
Letting Pride Get in the Way of the Gospel
Many Christians become so fixated on fighting against Pride Month that they miss the opportunity to warn LGBTQ people about the problem they share with everyone else. It’s the problem of sin, a holy God, and coming judgment. They let pride get in the way of sharing the gospel. In this episode, we'll discuss a loving biblical response toward LGBTQ people.
Show notes:
Article: Letting Pride Get in the Way of the Gospel article.
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I am Not Ashamed!
In America and Europe, living for Jesus, for the most part, only costs us our reputation, and for many, that’s too much of a cost to bear. You would think that with the gift of hindsight and discernment, the tepid approach of groveling for the world to like and accept us, Christians would see that it doesn’t win disciples but makes false converts.
Let's talk about what it means to say: I am not ashamed.
Show Notes:
A.W. Tozer's book, The Pursuit of God: Â https://www.amazon.com/Pursuit-God-Updated-W-Tozer/dp/1622452968
Link...
Is End-Time Prophecy for Ego, Entertainment, or Equipping?
Many Christian conferences, including end-time Bible prophecy conferences, cost upwards of $50.00 to $100.00. This is profiteering in Jesus's name! Some end-time prophecy teachers use the genre for greedy gain, selfish ambition, and ego. How should Christians respond?
 Show Notes:
Original article: Is End-Time Prophecy for Ego, Entertainment, or Equipping? https://concerningthetimes.com/is-end...
Connect to our YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbYZKFUm5-klBGu8fufbDbw
Dr. Mark Hitchcock's book, Russia Rising
https://www.amazon.com/Russia-Rising-...
Dr. Ron Rhodes's book, Bible Prophecy Under Siege
https://www.amazon.co...
How Would We Live Differently If We Knew It Was Tomorrow?
This podcast isn’t meant to make sensational predictions but to take Jesus’ repeated warnings seriously and consider how we would transform the way we live if we knew He was going to return tomorrow.
Show notes:
* This message was preached at Wheeler Men's Mission in Indy, so thank you for dealing with the background noise.
Link to our article, Is End-Time Bible Prophecy Relevant? Part 1
https://concerningthetimes.com/bible-prophecy-relevant/
Link to: Is End-Time Bible Prophecy Relevant? Part 2
https://concerningthetimes.com/bible-prophecy-relevant-part-2/
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Don't Get Distracted From Eternity
The average attention span is 8.25 seconds, down 4.25 seconds from just the year 2000. People are distracted with everyday life, while eternity is racing upon us. God will get the whole world's attention soon. Knowing that Jesus is coming soon, don't get distracted from eternity.
Show Notes:
The message was preached at Wheeler Men's Mission in Indianapolis, IN.
https://wheelermission.org/
Don't Get Distracted From Eternity video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1vpSZDhxPk&t=376s
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An Open Letter to Gen. Z About Jesus
Gen Z:Â Have questions about Jesus? Is he real or relevant? This episode is for you!
If you know someone between the ages of 15 and 30? Please share this episode.
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Show Notes:
More questions? Listen to the episode: Who is Jesus? https://concerningthetimes.buzzsprout.com/1740294/8545060
Original article: An Open Letter to Gen Z About Jesus
Have you come to saving faith in Jesus? Contact Us
Suicide and crisis helpline: Dial 988 or https://988lifeline.org/
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The Time To Act Is Now!
Global events of biblical proportions are about to take place. Jesus called them the beginning of sorrows & birth pains that would happen just before his return. We are living in the last days and the time to act is now!
Show Notes:
*Â The first 19 minutes of this episode cover the events in Israel on October 7th 2023 and refuting replacement theology concerning Israel and the Jewish people.
* Because of the graphic nature of the reporting on the Hamas massacre in Israel, please be advised this episode isn't suitable for young children.
Baseball fan says, "God's not real!" Others intrigued by preaching outside MLB game.
We preached the gospel in Cincinnati outside of Great American Ballpark during the Reds-Cubs doubleheader. There was some opposition to our street preaching, but many people were interested in what we had to say. We had some good conversations, and hope that people will remember the words they heard and come to saving faith in Jesus. Maranatha
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No time for business as usual! Jesus is coming soon.
I once read about a sister in Christ who said, "I'm looking for a church and other Christians who don't think this is the time for business as usual."
Jesus is coming soon, and I want to remind believers that we have little time left to warn people to come to saving faith before God's Judgment falls on this world. This is no time for business as usual!
Show Notes:
You can see the original article on concerningthetimes.com.
No time for business as usual on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...
Ministry Update Summer 2023
We wanted to share what the Lord is doing through our evangelism and discipleship outreach this Summer. We preached the gospel in Slovakia, Austria, and the US.
We hope you are encouraged and challenged through this praise report.
Show Notes:
Link to Erika's home church in Bratislava (there is a tab for English translation):
Viera Baptist Faith Fellowship
Link to Mark & Amy's Ministry (Josiah Venture-Training Center Kompas) in Bratislava.
https://www.josiahventure.com/people-and-places/slovakia/3887
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CTT on YouTube:
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Flirting with Jezebel! How pornography steals, kills, and destroys.
Pornography is a sin that devastates men, women, marriages, and souls.
Let’s examine the root causes, effects, and carnage from pornography in the light of scripture and expose this sin for what it does and where it leads:Â
It steals, kills, destroys, and ultimately ends in hell. We'll also talk about the forgiveness and healing from porn addiction that Jesus offers and a life free from shame and guilt.
Show Notes:
Article: Flirting with Jezebel
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The Reality of Heaven
Nearly 150,000 people die and go into eternity daily. We'll discuss popular misconceptions about the afterlife and the belief there are many ways to heaven. Let's look together at what Jesus said about heaven, what it is, and how to get there.
Show notes:
This podcast episode is taken from the video:Â The Reality of Heaven
Book by Erwin Lutzer:Â One Minute After You Die
Do you have questions about Jesus and how to be saved for all eternity?
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The Reality of Hell
There's a place so terrible most preachers won't even preach about it. It's a place Jesus warned about often. Let's look together at what the Bible says about hell.
Where will you go the second after you die?
Most people will answer they would like to go to heaven. The Bible makes it clear that heaven is one of two places people will spend eternity when they die, and the other place is hell.
Some use it as an expletive. Others relegate it to the realm of fantasy and make-believe. While others hope to avoid...
Should Christians be Preppers?
Threats of economic collapse, nuclear war, and food scarcity are causing people to stockpile massive amounts of provisions to survive. There are others who seem oblivious to the dark days ahead. What does the Bible say about prepping and the question: Should Christians be preppers?
Show Notes:
Should Christians be preppers? Click here for the YouTube video.
Should Christians be Preppers? Click here for the original article.
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A Warning About Worshiptainment
Let's look together at the spiritual deception mass marketed by groups like; Hillsong, Bethel, Elevation, and Jesus Culture. It's time to wake apathetic Christian leaders up to the truth. Behind the beautiful melodies, obscured by the fog and hidden behind the spotlights, lies an agenda. Worshiptainment is focused on man, not Jesus.
Show notes:
Link to:Â Concerning The Times Worshiptainment article
Link to: Christian Post article on Elevation Church "spontaneous baptisms."
Link to:Â A warning about Worshiptainment YouTube video
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