A Word in Season
At the age of twenty Brian had an encounter with Jesus Christ that would radically change his life. He knows firsthand the wonder of a Shepherd who leaves the ninety-nine to rescue that one lost lamb and will be forever grateful to his Savior. Over the years, as a tradesman and a businessman, his desire has been to “always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have”.His travel for business and ministry has afforded him opportunities to meet with members of the Body of Christ in othe...
The Throne of God
Brian Troxel’s teaching on The Throne of God presents a deeply relational and experiential vision of the Christian life, rooted in Revelation 4. He argues that God’s throne is not merely a distant, heavenly reality but something meant to be established within the believer’s heart. The imagery of the twenty-four elders reflects the unified people of God—across both Old and New Covenants—who are called to reign with Christ, beginning now through inward submission to His rule.
At the core of this message is a challenge to traditional, institutional Christianity. Brian emphasizes that the kingdom of...
Preface to Revelation 5
The preface to Revelation 5 by Brian Troxel discusses the significance of Revelation 5 as the central fulcrum of the Gospel, presented as a key moment where Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, is revealed as the only one worthy to open the sealed book of life, which represents the fate of humanity and all of creation.
Key Themes:
The Necessity of The ResurrectionThe resurrection of Jesus is central to the Christian faith, without which life has no meaning.Humanity's fall in the Garden of Eden led to death and separation from God.Revelation is About Christ, Not...An Overview of Revelation 1-4
This is really a brief overview of the book of Revelation chapters 1-4 in which Brian Troxel, emphasizes the connection between the Book of Revelation and the Tabernacle. He explores how John’s vision on the Isle of Patmos aligns with the spiritual journey through the outer court, the holy place, and holy of holies.
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The seven churches and their symbolic lampstands, representing the Holy Spirit's work.The progression of believers from worldly (outer court) to spiritual maturity (Holy of Holies).The vision of God's throne and how John is drawn into a de...Hastening The Day of The Lord
Brian emphasizes the urgency of preparing for the return of the Lord, and discusses themes of faith, love, unity, and readiness for Christ’s return. He references 2 Peter 3:12, highlighting that believers can hasten the coming of the Lord through their faith and actions.
Key themes include:
Spiritual Readiness: The day of the Lord will come suddenly and unexpectedly for the world, but believers must be prepared, like Noah building the ark.Unity in the Body of Christ: The church should be united, moving away from divisions and denominational separations.Faith and Works: True faith produces action, lo...Church of the Laodiceans - Part 4
In this final episode of “Church of the Laodiceans” Podcast series, Brian focuses once again on faith, obedience, humility, and spiritual transformation. He challenges overcoming believers in God’s remnant to count the cost of discipleship and understand the importance of personal sacrifice for spiritual growth.
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Significance of Trials and Brokenness: Personal trials, such as the story behind the hymn "It Is Well with My Soul," are highlighted as the pathway to spiritual strength and revelation.Spiritual Poverty: Brian critiques the Laodicean church's attitude of self-sufficiency, drawing from Revelation 3, and emphasizes our need for a...Church of the Laodiceans - Part 3
In this 3rd of 4 episodes in his “Church of the Laodiceans” Podcast series, Brian emphasizes the spiritual condition of the Laodicean church described in Revelation 3, drawing connections to the present-day state of believers and their walk with God.
Here are the main points:
Spiritual Temperature: The analogy of heart temperature—hot, cold, or lukewarm—serves as a metric for one's passion for God. God desires believers to be "hot," or fully committed to His purposes.Fire as a Symbol of God's Presence: Fire represents God’s presence, power, and purifying work. The "fire" in a believer's heart refl...Church of the Laodiceans - Part 2
In this second episode of his “Church of the Laodiceans” Podcast series, Brian offers a theological reflection on the biblical Church of the Laodiceans, highlighting themes of spiritual complacency, personal connection with God, and the transformative power of divine love. He critiques the lukewarm nature of the Laodicean church, emphasizing that their wealth and self-satisfaction led to spiritual blindness and estrangement from God.
Key points include:
Ownership of Faith: The Laodiceans’ church is described as man-centered rather than God-centered, contrasting with other churches addressed in the Bible.The "Amen": The significance of "Amen" as a name of Chr...Church of the Laodiceans - Part 1
In this opening episode of “Church of the Laodiceans” Podcast series, Brian provides a detailed theological analysis of the Church of Laodicea, as mentioned in Chapter 2 of the Book of Revelation. Here are the key points:
Translation and Ownership: Brian emphasizes that the Church of Laodicea is uniquely described in Greek as "the church of the Laodiceans," implying ownership by the people rather than God. This distinction suggests a church governed by human customs rather than divine guidance.Symbolism and Critique: The Laodicean church symbolizes a lukewarm and spiritually detached state, marked by apathy, self-reliance, and the absence of C...The Church in Sardis - Part 2
The second part of The Church in Sardis Brian continues exploring important aspects related to the Lord’s admonishing message to the church in Sardis, emphasizing the spiritual symbolism of the lampstand, the importance of abiding in Christ, and the continual process of spiritual growth and purification. He draws heavily on other other passages, including Zechariah 4 and Revelation 11, to convey the truth that believers are individual lampstands fueled by the Holy Spirit, represented by the oil in the lamps. He underscores the concept that true ministry stems from abiding in God's anointing and not from personal ambition.
Br...
The Church in Sardis - Part 1
In this first part of his message, on the The Church in Sardis, Brian focuses on the spiritual condition of the Church in Sardis, as described in the Book of Revelation, emphasizing the dangers of spiritual complacency, using the metaphor of a church that appears alive but is spiritually dead. He warns against the modern "antinomian"** gospel, which disregards accountability and the necessity of maintaining a living, active faith.
Key themes include:
Spiritual vigilance: The need to stay spiritually alive by maintaining a personal relationship with God, likened to tending a flame.Responsibility in faith: Brian...The Church in Philadelphia
In this message Brian offers a profound reflection on spiritual growth, particularly in the context of the church at Philadelphia in the book of Revelation as well as Peter's second epistle.
The focus is on the development of a believer's faith, moving from one level of spiritual maturity to the next, with the ultimate goal being Love—the selfless, divine love (agape) that surpasses brotherly love (phileo).
Key Themes:
Progressive Growth in Faith (2 Peter 1:5-7)Peter, aware of his imminent death, lays out a pattern for spiritual growth that includes faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance (se...
