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Joshua Lewis and Michael Rowntree reach the sixth bowl in their walk through Revelation, and with it the only verse in the Bible that names Armageddon (Revelation 16:16). Michael doesn’t think it describes a war between nations at Megiddo. Josh pushes back with Ezekiel 38–39, Joel 3, and Zechariah 14, and the two of them dive deep in back-and-forth dialogue. IN THIS EPISODE: - Why John calls it a mountain when Megiddo is flat - What the Old Testament prophets saw, and what they couldn’t have known yet - How “make war” gets used everywhere else in Revelation - Who Jesus says will be safe when it comes (Revelation 16:15) Join us for an interesting conversation exploring the Scriptures on the end times and Armageddon. 0:00 – Introduction 1:13 – Armageddon: One Last Battle 4:14 – Literal Battle Interpretation 10:37 – Safe in Armageddon 13:18 – Make War as Persecution 20:53 – Mount Megiddo Symbolism 22:34 – Progressive Revelation & Israel 30:05 – Logical Problems with Literalism 35:27 – Global State-Sponsored Persecution 43:01 – Revelation 14 Eternal Gospel 48:34 – Israel Alliance and Idolatry 54:41 – Revelation 19 Final Victory BOOK: 📖The World Made Right by Michael Rowntree: https://www.michaelrowntree.com/the-world-made-right/ Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Jesus crossed the Sea of Galilee, freed one man from a legion of demons, then sailed straight back (Mark 5:1-21). Why that shore? Scott of BLK SHP Bible Talk suggests an answer, and it starts fourteen centuries earlier with Joshua. God told Joshua the conquest of Canaan wasn’t finished and said, “I myself will drive them out” (Joshua 13:6). Scott’s argument is that Jesus took that personally. Follow where he casts out demons, he says, and you’re tracing the ground Israel never cleared. IN THIS EPISODE: -What God says to Joshua about the unfinished conquest, and why Scott hears a promise in it -Why “Galilee of the nations” (Isaiah 9:1) carries more weight in a Deuteronomy 32 worldview -Capernaum, the far side of the lake, and the road toward Sidon: three exorcisms and what Scott sees connecting them -Giants, Nephilim, and Scott’s view of where some demons come from -The strong man of Matthew 12:29, and how Scott’s reading differs from the way John Wimber preached it -Josh’s question: pattern or coincidence? 0:00 – Introduction 0:36 – Meet BLK SHP Scott 7:25 – Joshua's Unfinished Conquest 11:44 – Jesus, the Greater Joshua 15:06 – Galilee of the Nations 19:14 – Nephilim Giants in Canaan 25:35 – Coincidence or Intentional Pattern? 31:17 – Gerasene Demoniac in Bashan 35:21 – Syrophoenician Woman at Sidon 44:54 – Are Demons Dead Nephilim? 49:38 – No Exorcisms in Judea 56:45 – BLK SHP Scott Resources ABOUT THE GUEST: SUBSTACK: https://blkshpbible.substack.com/ BOOK: Dynasty of Slaves: Uncovering the Archeological Record of Israel in Egypt https://www.amazon.com/Dynasty-Slaves-Uncovering-Archeological-Record/dp/B0H1JTDWSW/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

In Revelation 7, John hears a roll call: 144,000 from the twelve tribes of Israel. Then he turns to look and sees a crowd from every nation, too big to count. What you make of that moment says a lot about where you think Israel fits in the end times. Joshua Lewis sits down with Michael Rowntree to work through Scripture to better understand the role of Israel in the end times. ABOUT THE EPISODE We recorded this episode knowing the subject is tense. Antisemitism is showing up in places we never used to see it, including among professing Christians, while at the same time many believers have also been taught that loving Jesus means signing off on whatever the modern state of Israel does. So before we get to prophecy, Michael separates three things that get lumped together under one word: ethnic Israel, the nation of Israel, and God’s covenant people in Christ. He also explains his thoughts on “replacement theology” and where he stands on supersessionism. The rest of the hour is Bible. Who are the people of God, and does Romans 9-11 promise a future for ethnic Israel? Did 1948 start a prophetic time clock? Who are the 144,000 in Revelation 7, what is the temple in Revelation 11, and who is the woman clothed with the sun in Revelation 12? Does a third temple have to be rebuilt in Jerusalem before the man of lawlessness appears (2 Thessalonians 2:3-4)? And what do we do with Daniel’s seventy weeks (Daniel 9:24-27)? Michael comes at this as an amillennialist, Josh leans a different direction on the temple, and neither of us expects to make either camp happy. In the end, we hope our discussion drives you back to the Scriptures for further exploration.  0:00 – Introduction 5:05 – Replacement Theology Defined 12:00 – One People of God 19:20 – 1948 Prophetic Time Clock 24:37 – Abraham's Land Promises Expanded 28:37 – Revelation 5: Lion and Lamb 31:53 – Revelation 7: The 144,000 34:08 – Revelation 11 Measured Temple 37:30 – Rebuilt Temple and Antichrist 44:27 – Revelation 12 Woman Explained 59:24 – Daniel's Seventy Weeks 1:04:43 – Dispensationalism's Parenthesis Problem BOOK: 📖The World Made Right by Michael Rowntree: https://www.michaelrowntree.com/the-world-made-right/ Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Joshua Lewis, Michael Rowntree, and Michael Miller are just back from the Remnant Conference, "Prophecy & Hearing God's Voice," and they brought the Q&A panel questions home with them. Real questions from real believers curious about the gift of prophecy and want it handled biblically. So we're taking them one at a time, Word and Spirit together. If you've been carrying a question about prophecy or hearing God's voice, there's a good chance someone at the conference asked it for you. 0:00 – Introduction 0:34 – Conference Highlights 6:07 – Delivering Directional Prophecy 12:00 – Spiritual Covering Needed? 19:08 – Testing Predictive Prophecy 26:28 – Prophecy in Church Services 33:18 – Can All Believers Prophesy? 39:22 – Word of Knowledge Explained 45:02 – Private Prayer Tongues 47:27 – Baptism in the Spirit 52:36 – Tongues on Command? 59:51 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

"I don't believe in the rapture" has become a common line among Christians tired of end times hype. Michael Rowntree argues that every believer holds to a rapture of some kind. The real debate is when. ABOUT THE EPISODE:  We're back in our series on the book of Revelation, and this time Josh and Michael discuss the timing of the rapture, examining pre-tribulation, pre-wrath, and post-tribulation views. They look at Revelation 3:10, Revelation 4, the 144,000 in Revelation 7, and Paul's warning in 2 Thessalonians 2 about the rebellion, the man of lawlessness, and the restrainer. They also discuss what the early church expected. Where does John Nelson Darby fit, and what should we make of Irenaeus and Pseudo-Ephraem?  Then Josh asks the question many are too embarrassed to raise: if Jesus is coming down, why are we going up? Join us for a biblically-grounded discussion about the Rapture. BOOK: 📖The World Made Right by Michael Rowntree: https://www.michaelrowntree.com/the-world-made-right/ 0:00 – Introduction 0:57 – Three Rapture Views 4:54 – Wrath and God's People 14:23 – Revelation 3:10 Explained 16:33 – Revelation 4 Rapture Argument 22:21 – Pre-Wrath and Revelation 7 29:04 – The 144,000 Explained 33:53 – The Restrainer: 2 Thessalonians 42:25 – Apostasia: Rebellion or Departure 44:14 – Church Fathers and Darby 53:07 – Why Caught Up? 57:46 – Revelation 19 Military Imagery 59:29 – The World Made Right Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Most of us have asked God for more power. Pastor Jon Thompson wants to know when you last asked God what you DON'T get. Jon has spent nearly three decades on staff at Sanctus Church in Toronto. Along the way he led a functionally cessationist congregation into spiritual gifts, spiritual disciplines, and a three-year season of renewal. So when he says "God's 'no' is your best friend," it isn't a slogan. It comes from a close reading of Romans 12:3 and the "measure" God assigns to every gift. ABOUT THIS EPISODE A lot of believers were told that if they prayed harder, fasted longer, and lived holier, more anointing would follow. And when it didn't, some burned out, while others quietly stopped asking God for anything at all. Joshua Lewis sits down with Jon, author of Convergence, to examine whether that promise was biblical in the first place. Josh and Jon discuss: - Why Jon reads Romans 12:3 as a guardrail for leaders, not a ceiling to break through - Whether praying, fasting, and holiness unlock "more" anointing - What 1 Corinthians 14:1 and 2 Timothy 1:6 mean for pursuing spiritual gifts - The regulative vs. normative principle - Where godly ambition comes from, and where it doesn't - Whether spiritual gifts are residential or occasional - Common, office, gift, and assignment authority in deliverance ministry They don't agree on everything. Join us for a healthy discussion among Christian brothers about how to biblically operate in spiritual gifts. 0:00 – Introduction 3:07 – Convergence Book Origins 6:20 – Regulative vs Normative Principle 11:52 – Courts of Heaven Gnosticism 16:02 – Romans 12 Anointing Limits 32:12 – Godly Ambition & Sovereignty 49:01 – Guaranteed Places of Encounter 59:41 – Revival and House Rules 1:03:09 – Love, Word, Power Gifts 1:08:29 – Residential vs Occasional Gifts 1:15:13 – Office & Authority in Deliverance ABOUT THE GUEST: - Jon Thompson Books & Resources: https://jonthompsonresources.com/ Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

A generation raised on Left Behind was told to watch for a world leader who survives a fatal head wound and rises from the dead. Revelation 13 really does describe a death and a resurrection. But whose death? And when? ABOUT THE EPISODE: Joshua Lewis and Michael Rowntree pick up part two of our 'Who is the Antichrist?' conversation and work through the beast, the wound, and what John wants the church to expect. We Explore: - Where the "Antichrist rises from the dead" idea comes from in Revelation 13:3, 12, and 14 - Whether the wound points to a person, an empire, or something bigger - Why Revelation 12 and 13 may need to be read together - Nero, the Nero myth, and the partial preterist reading of Revelation 17 - The "eighth head" and whether a final persecuting ruler is still coming - Why Revelation 11:15 gives believers a reason for hope, not fear BOOK: 📖The World Made Right by Michael Rowntree: https://www.michaelrowntree.com/the-world-made-right/ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES MENTIONED: - The Islamic Antichrist by Joel Richardson: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7761560 - Before Jerusalem Fell by Kenneth Gentry: https://a.co/d/08slVT87 - Revelation (The Expositor's Bible Commentary) by Alan F. Johnson: https://a.co/d/07pJ7hP2 0:00 – Introduction 0:41 – Antichrist Part One Recap 2:40 – Beast's Mortal Wound 6:47 – Literal or Figurative Resurrection 7:40 – Joel Richardson's Islamic Antichrist 10:27 – Revelation 12 and 13 19:10 – Daniel 7 Beastly DNA 24:11 – Nero as Antichrist 28:17 – Revelation 17 Beast's Return 32:01 – Partial Preterism and Vespasian 37:32 – Wound, Plague, and Sword 41:37 – The Beast's Destruction Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Michael Rowntree recently posted a short addressing Deion Sanders speaking in tongues at a press conference, and pointed to Paul's instruction that tongues shouldn't be spoken in the congregation with an unbeliever present unless an interpreter is there too, so the unbeliever isn't left thinking you've lost your mind (1 Corinthians 14:23, 14:27-28).  Comments came fast: isn't there a difference between tongues spoken publicly in a church service and a private prayer language used to build yourself up (1 Corinthians 14:4)? And what about in Acts when people are speaking in tongues with no interpreter? Was Deion praying in a private prayer language or was he doing what Paul describes as speaking in tongues in church (in public) in front of a mix of believers and unbelievers, where the interpretation rule applies?  Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller, and Michael Rowntree will answer the comments, working through 1 Corinthians 14 and the book of Acts.  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

After our episode on John Bevere getting the gospel wrong (https://youtu.be/FXXvRTiLNbQ) blew up in the comments, one argument kept coming back: doesn't the Bible say your obedience keeps you saved? So we called in Theocast's Jon Moffitt to answer your questions. ABOUT THE EPISODE: Joshua Lewis and Jon Moffitt go straight into the texts people cited: Romans 8, Matthew 7, Matthew 19, James 2, John 15, and Galatians 3 and 5. They give a verse-by-verse case that Christ's finished work is what saves and sustains, and that obedience is the fruit of that faith, not the fuel keeping it alive. If you've ever read James 2 and started sweating, or wondered whether the fruitless branch in John 15 is you, this conversation answers your questions. 0:00 – Introduction 2:22 – Jon Moffitt with Theocast 4:00 – Calvinism & Reformed Theology 10:07 – Romans 8 Flesh | Spirit 34:52 – Matthew 7 Workers | Lawlessness 37:54 – Rich Young Ruler 46:54 – James 2 Faith | Works 1:06:51 – John 15 Abiding Vine 1:26:18 – Galatians New Perspective Debate 1:33:06 – Galatians 5 Fruit of the Spirit 1:50:31 – Closing Thoughts On Assurance Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Everyone loves to speculate about who the Antichrist is, but the word "antichrist" never once appears in the book of Revelation. So where did our mental picture of him actually come from, and does Scripture back it up? ABOUT THE EPISODE: Most of what we think about the Antichrist comes from pop culture, not Scripture. So what does the Bible say? Joshua Lewis interviews fellow co-host Michael Rowntree in part 3 of our Revelation series. Together, they work through 1 John, 2 Thessalonians 2, Daniel 7, and Revelation 13 to ask whether the Antichrist is one final man, a recurring category, or something in between. 0:00 – Introduction 1:31 – Singular Versus Plural Antichrist 5:18 – Pop Culture Antichrist View 10:11 – Man of Lawlessness Explained 13:00 – Daniel's Little Horn Imagery 19:09 – Defining the Antichrist Archetype 29:12 – False Teachers and Persecution 34:07 – Daniel's Four Beasts Unified 44:01 – Nero, Hitler, and Popes 49:00 – Avoiding Newspaper Exegesis 54:03 – Practical Takeaways Today 57:28 – Book Recommendation Closing 📖BOOK: The World Made Right: Finding Confident Hope in the Book of Revelation  https://www.michaelrowntree.com/the-world-made-right/ Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What if the prophecy that came true wasn't from God at all? Scripture says that not only is that possible, but it's happened before. And, it's happening now. How can you tell the difference? ABOUT THE EPISODE: Michael Rowntree tackles the question, "Can demons prophesy?" The answer matters because it changes how prophecy gets practiced, interpreted, and discerned.  Starting with King Saul's unsettling character arc across 1 Samuel 10, 18, and 19, Michael traces how the same Hebrew word for prophesying gets applied to the Spirit of the Lord, to a harmful spirit, and to the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18. Michael also examines whether demons can predict the future and explores why that question has to be answered carefully. Satan isn't the opposite of God, and he doesn't share God's omniscience, but Scripture and church history both describe a limited, counterfeit version of foresight that can look convincing.  Join Michael to better understand, from Scripture and church history, whether demons can prophesy and learn how to discern the real from the counterfeit. 0:00 – Introduction 0:33 – King Saul's Demonic Spirit 2:04 – Saul's Election Prophecy 2:58 – Spirit of Lord Returns 5:02 – Prophets of Baal 5:52 – Micaiah's Lying Spirit 6:49 – Deuteronomy 13 Nuance 8:01 – Irenaeus and Marcus 9:13 – Chrysostom on Discernment 9:56 – Can Demons Predict Future? 13:17 – Demonic Prophecy Conclusion 14:22 – Testing the Spirits RESOURCES MENTIONED: - 1 Samuel 10, 18, 19 (ESV) - 1 Kings 18, 22 (ESV) - Deuteronomy 13, 18 (ESV) - Isaiah 46:9-10 (ESV) - Acts 16:16-18 (ESV) - 1 Corinthians 12; 1 John 4 - Irenaeus, Against Heresies - John Chrysostom, Homily on 1 Thessalonians 5 Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Everyone agrees Christians are supposed to serve. The question this episode asks is different: did we accidentally turn the pastor into a trainer instead of a minister, and is that even biblical? Who should actually be ministering? ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller, and Michael Rowntree examine T. David Gordon's 1994 ETS paper (link below) that Ephesians 4:11-12 has been misread for decades. Gordon doesn't question whether ordinary Christians should serve. He questions whether the ordained minister was ever supposed to be a trainer at all, or whether that reading caught on because it fit American egalitarian, populist instincts more than it fit the text. We're exploring Gordon's grammar, his word study, and his provocation about American church culture, and testing all three against Scripture ourselves. Does his argument hold up, or does he overreach? And if his proposition holds, what does that mean for churches built on the idea that pastors only equip the saints? GORDON'S PAPER: https://etsjets.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/files_JETS-PDFs_37_37-1_JETS_37-1_069-078_Gordon.pdf Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

How should we read the Book of Revelation? It's easy to write it off as the most confusing book in the Bible, with multiple viewpoints on how to interpret it. Joshua Lewis sits down with fellow co-host Michael Rowntree, author of the new book The World Made Right, to discuss the rules and perspective we should apply to apocalyptic literature (the genre Revelation belongs to). Michael says the moment we reach for a newspaper to decode Revelation, we've already misread it. ABOUT THE EPISODE: Michael and Josh examine why the Apostle John calls his own book "signified" in the very first verse, why Revelation interprets itself and leans on the Old Testament, and why the book was written to form the church, not just predict its future. Michael breaks down the layers of genre at work, apocalyptic, prophetic, and a letter all at once, and why getting that right changes how you read every image in the book. They also explore recapitulation, the way Revelation circles back and re-magnifies the same events (Revelation 4, 6, 11, 16) instead of moving in a straight timeline, and discuss the four major interpretive lenses believers bring to the book: preterist, futurist, idealist, and historicist. Join us to hear why Michael says, "Revelation is for us, but it's not about us," and how reading it with the right rules and perspective turns it into a book of hope, not fear. 0:00 – Introduction 0:56 – Reading Revelation Differently 4:31 – Symbolism vs Literalism 10:14 – Apocalyptic Genre Explained 16:15 – Prophecy Foretelling Forthtelling 20:04 – Revelation As Letter 22:34 – Why Genre Matters 33:06 – Preterist Futurist Idealist Views 37:54 – Recapitulation In Revelation 44:07 – Four Views Compared 54:55 – Tools For Interpretation 58:45 – Book Pre-Order | Available at RemCon ABOUT THE BOOK: The World Made Right: Finding Confident Hope in the Book of Revelation by Michael Rowntree (Zondervan, October 20, 2027 — pre-order includes bonus content, including a commentary on Daniel 7): https://www.michaelrowntree.com/preorder-bonuses/ RESOURCES MENTIONED: The Climax of Prophecy: Studies on the Book of Revelation by Richard Bauckham: https://www.amazon.com/Climax-Prophecy-Studies-Book-Revelation/dp/0567086259 The Theology of the Book of Revelation by Richard Bauckham: https://www.amazon.com/Theology-Book-Revelation-New-Testament/dp/0521356911 Apocalyptic by Leon Morris: https://www.amazon.com/Apocalyptic-Leon-Morris/dp/0802814557 The Fathers on the Future: A 2nd-Century Eschatology for the 21st-Century Church by Michael Svigel: https://www.amazon.com/Fathers-Future-2nd-Century-Eschatology-21st-Century/dp/1496487664 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Skillet's John and Korey Cooper just described spiritual abuse they endured at an NAR church. Unfortunately, their story shapes a pattern showing up in many churches across the country. Josh, Michael and Michael will speak with a former elder of the Cooper's church to understand what happened and learn how to better recognize spiritual abuse.  ABOUT THIS EPISODE: John and Korey Cooper recently sat down for a long, detailed interview on Alisa Childers' YouTube channel (link to full episode below) and described what they say happened inside Korey's lifelong church. Leadership they'd trusted for decades had quietly embraced New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) theology. When the Coopers began asking direct theological questions, they say the response wasn't a proper answer. Instead, it was pressure, prophetic words used against people close to them, and warnings that leaving would cost them God's blessing. In reviewing the Coopers' story, Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller, and Michael Rowntree will walk through what the New Apostolic Reformation actually teaches about apostolic authority, why "sound doctrine" so easily gets redefined once a leader claims that kind of role, and why asking a direct question about a church's beliefs should never be treated as rebellion. We'll look at where this movement's theology runs into what Scripture actually says about who qualifies to lead (1 Timothy 3, Titus 1:9), who the church is actually built on (Ephesians 2:20), and whether any leader, even a real apostle, is above correction (Galatians 1:8). Join us to better understand the Coopers' story and learn how to spot spiritual abuse before it costs you. ALISA CHILDERS' INTERVIEW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GwayjaKqfQ  0:00 – Introduction  2:13 – Caleb's Background Story  3:20 – Reacting to Cooper Interview  9:36 – Church Structure Overview  15:12 – VNC Course Explained  18:23 – Apostles as Foundation Doctrine  27:47 – Caleb's Theological Journey  33:35 – Relational Leverage and Control  39:24 – Darvo Text and Gaslighting  44:07 – Right vs Wrong Loyalty  50:41 – Isolation and Matthew 18  58:00 – Gossip vs Slander Defined  1:06:35 – Third-Party Investigation Findings  1:11:24 – False Visions Red Flags  1:16:11 – Hope and Healing After  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

John Bevere's "Under Cover" has sold close to half a million copies and shaped how a generation of churches views submission. In a previous episode, Joshua Lewis and Michael Miller discussed the dangers of the type of authority Bevere's book promotes (see link below). But does "Under Cover" also present a different Gospel?  ABOUT THIS EPISODE Josh and Michael return to "Under Cover" to track how often the book confuses law and gospel, treating obedience as the source of faith and the ground of salvation instead of its fruit. They compare Bevere's own quotes against Luke 14, Matthew 7, Galatians, Hebrews 11, and James 2.  Unfortunately, what they find is a consistent pattern: obedience is the ground of assurance instead of its fruit, and faith is treated as something you earn your way into rather than something freely given. Join us to understand where Bevere's book veers from Scripture and how to better recognize doctrinal drift when you see it. 0:00 – Introduction 1:03 – Law and Gospel Explained 6:49 – Luke 14 Wedding Parable 17:16 – Matthew 7:21 Lord Lord 30:41 – Bevere's Sobering Vision 35:04 – God's Unconditional Acceptance 42:43 – Cain, Abel, and Faith 50:31 – Galatians and Witchcraft Curse 59:51 – Abraham's Obedience Examined 1:09:16 – James, Faith Without Works PREVIOUS EPISODE ON JOHN BEVERE'S "UNDER COVER": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWoF5MsH9pE Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Ask a first-century rabbi if biblical prophecy had ceased, and he'd say yes. Ask him if God still spoke, and he'd tell you about the Bat Kol. ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Josh, Michael and Michael explore the biblical case that prophecy operates at more than one level of authority. Scripture itself is uniquely inspired, infallible, and authoritative, while other genuine prophetic revelation can still occur without becoming Scripture. To explore this more, we turn to rabbinic Judaism and the fascinating concept of the Bat Kol. Bat Kol means "daughter of a voice." It's rabbinic Judaism's term for a diminished echo of prophecy that kept showing up long after the age of the biblical prophets. This historical evidence suggests that the idea of genuine, non-canonical revelation was not foreign to ancient Jewish thought and may provide important historical support for the continuity view of prophecy. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can you take the mark of the beast by accident? Get it through an RFID chip? A vaccine? A barcode to buy and sell? It's a question that's kept believers concerned, especially with new technologies appearing. But most answers on the Internet start in the wrong place. Michael Rowntree starts in the Bible with Ezekiel and Deuteronomy. ABOUT THIS EPISODE Michael walks through Revelation 13:16–18, then follows it back to its Old Testament roots. His case: the mark of the beast was never a physical mark, but a spiritual insignia, a counterfeit of God's own seal. What it actually signifies is allegiance. Join Michael to understand: - Why Ezekiel 9 and Deuteronomy 6 hold the real key to interpreting Revelation 13:16–18 - How the seal of God in Revelation 7:3 and 14:4 and the mark of the beast counterfeit each other - Why the mark speaks of allegiance, ownership, and protection, and why none of those happen to you by accident - A closer look at gematria, the practice of calculating 666 to pin down a specific antichrist, and why Michael thinks it falls short - What Michael believes it actually means to prepare for the mark of the beast today 0:00 – Introduction 1:11 – Revelation 13 Mark Text 3:34 – Seal Context Revelation 6-7 7:55 – Ezekiel 9 Background 10:00 – Deuteronomy 6 Background 11:57 – Counterfeits in Revelation 13 13:40 – Daniel 7 & the Four Beasts 15:27 – Tests of Allegiance 18:46 – Technology and the Mark 20:20 – Decoding 666 23:48 – The World Made Right 25:21 – Hope in Revelation 📖BOOK: The World Made Right: Finding Confident Hope in the Book of Revelation  https://www.michaelrowntree.com/the-world-made-right/ Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

A lot of churches either forbid tongues in public altogether or let them run with no interpretation and no order. Scripture never actually gives you those two options. So what does the Bible prescribe for the gift of tongues in church?  ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Josh, Michael, and Michael sit down with the question that splits churches on both sides of the Word and Spirit divide: what does it actually look like to practice the gifts of tongues and interpretation, named together in 1 Corinthians 12:10, in corporate worship, biblically? Not in theory, but in practice, on a Sunday, in a room full of people, with order intact and the body edified. Cessationist churches simply avoid the conversation entirely by not recognizing that the gift of tongues is still for today. Meanwhile, many charismatic churches practice tongues publicly with real sincerity but without the structure Paul actually prescribed: no clear call for interpretation, no one recognized as an interpreter of tongues, no accountability, no sense of "let it be done for building up," for the edification of the church (1 Corinthians 14:26). Both extremes miss what Scripture is actually asking for. As such, many believers are left without a clear, biblical middle to stand on. We'll walk through 1 Corinthians 14 verse by verse, laying out Paul's actual instructions: what tongues in the assembly is for, why interpretation matters, who should speak and how many, and why "let all things be done decently and in order" (1 Corinthians 14:40) isn't a suppression of the gift but the framework that lets it function safely. 0:00 – Introduction 4:51 – Verifying Authentic Tongues Gift 12:14 – Interpretation Required for Every Tongue? 19:38 – Who Calls Interpretation? 33:49 – Tongue And Interpreter Roles 34:48 – Limits On Tongue Speakers 45:53 – No Interpreter Present 49:54 – Singing In Tongues 52:14 – Interpretation Accuracy Standards 1:02:59 – Shutting Down False Tongues 1:10:36 – Order Not Quenching Spirit Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Why do we need a nuclear family? What actually determines the difference between a boy and a girl? These feel like brand-new questions, but the ideas that make them askable were actually seeded four hundred years ago. Dr. Jordan Cooper joins us to trace them back to their source. ABOUT THE EPISODE:  Lutheran theologian and pastor Dr. Cooper walks Josh through the philosophical roots of the modern progressive mind and the broader philosophy of the left: Descartes and Cartesian doubt, Kant's Copernican Revolution, Hume's empiricism and skepticism, Hobbes's social contract theory, and Thomas Paine's radical individualism, the intellectual scaffolding beneath everything from critical theory to postmodernism. It's the same scaffolding underneath the questions above. Once Hume argues that even something as basic as cause and effect is just an assumption rather than a certainty, and Kant argues that categories like space and time are imposed by the mind rather than discovered in the world, the door opens to treating categories like family and gender the same way: not given, but constructed, and open to being remade. Dr. Cooper's book Makers of the Modern Mind grew out of years doing campus ministry at Cornell, watching students absorb progressive assumptions and secular philosophy they'd never actually examined. Drawing on his background in Lutheran theology and Christian apologetics, this conversation is a guided tour through where those assumptions came from, and why the question underneath almost all of them, in philosophy, politics, and the modern culture wars alike, is simply: what is a human being? 0:00 – Introduction 1:14 – Dr. Jordan Cooper 2:45 – Lutheran Branding Problem 4:21 – Makers of the Modern Mind 10:23 – Union With Christ Doctrine 16:30 – Descartes' Cogito Ergo Sum 26:38 – Kant's Copernican Revolution 31:33 – David Hume's Skepticism 42:35 – Thomas Paine & Liberalism 51:21 – Right Vs Left Liberalism 56:52 – Applying Philosophy Today ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖https://www.amazon.com/Makers-Modern-Mind-Thinkers-Formed/dp/1952295823 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

A pastor pulls a college kid on stage, lays hands on him, tells him to "speak the holy language," and when nothing comes out, tells him his faith is weak. That's the true story that opens a recent Dial In Ministries episode on tongues. We're responding to their episode . . . and we agree with more of it than you'd expect.  ABOUT THE EPISODE:  Jonny Ardavanis and Hank Bowen make a solid biblical case that tongues in Acts and 1 Corinthians means real human languages, not gibberish or glossolalia in the ecstatic-speech sense, and that "tongues of angels" in 1 Corinthians 13 is rhetorical, not literal. We agree with them on both.  Where we split: they're arguing from a cessationist frame — that the sign gifts of the Holy Spirit ceased with the apostles. We're continuationists and believe the gift of tongues is still active in the church today. We'll discuss where we agree and disagree on the exegesis, and why we land in a different place on whether spiritual gifts like this one continue. 0:00 – Introduction 0:17 – Dial In Ministries Overview 1:57 – Rowntree's Opening Thoughts 2:43 – Miller's Opening Thoughts 4:41 – Acts 2 Known Languages 8:49 – Xenolalia Vs Glossolalia 21:29 – Acts 10 And 19 28:21 – 1 Corinthians 14 Tongues 33:52 – Prayer Language Debate 43:52 – Baptism Of Holy Spirit 53:48 – Preaching Versus Experience 1:04:41 – Tongues In Church History Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Pharaoh's magicians didn't fake it. Exodus 7 says they did the same thing Moses and Aaron did, "by their secret arts." So what does the Bible actually say is happening when magic works? ABOUT THE EPISODE: Nelly Van Sickle, pastor at Evergreen Calvary Chapel and creator of The Dancing Toaster Podcast joins Remnant Radio to walk through his "History of Magic" series, a biblical dig into where magic in the Bible actually comes from, starting in the ancient Near East with Egypt and Mesopotamia. Egypt called its force Heka, something built into the fabric of creation itself, not invoked so much as cooperated with. Mesopotamian mythology named its spirits and negotiated with them directly. If the power on display in Old Testament magic was real, where did it actually come from, and why does Deuteronomy 18 treat some of it as off-limits instead of harmless nonsense? Dr. Michael Heiser used to point out that God doesn't legislate against things that don't exist, and that idea sits underneath this whole conversation: a biblical worldview takes demonology seriously precisely because it takes the supernatural worldview of Scripture seriously. From there, the conversation turns to names, authority, and who actually gets to use the power of Jesus's name in spiritual warfare (think Sons of Sceva). Nelly also shares how researching the ancient occult reshaped his own theology of the supernatural, moving him from cautious and functionally cessationist toward a more continuationist conviction, wanting to see the gifts of the Spirit practiced rightly. The occult is surging back into Western culture, and most Christians don't have a framework for it beyond "that's not real" or "don't go near it." This episode is an attempt to give you one. Join us as we trace the history of magic and the authority we have in Christ to stand against it. 0:00 – Introduction 1:19 – Nelly Van Sickle 2:20 – Origins of History of Magic 3:45 – Egyptian Magic in Exodus 8:03 – Mesopotamian Spiritual Worldview 11:47 – Myth of White Magic 16:04 – Naming Spirits and Deities 21:07 – Egypt's Heka System 33:05 – Yahweh's Name and Authority 37:38 – Continuationist Cessationist Testimony 45:36 – Magical Practices and Divination 59:05 – Why Context Matters Today Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Deuteronomy 18 is the traditional chapter people reach for to test a prophet. But is Deut 18 the right test for the modern church? Or is it more nuanced for the New Covenant? Does modern prophecy in the local church operate the same? Josh, Michael, and Michael will examine Deut 18 together and explore whether this passage operates the same in the modern church as it did with Moses and a theocratic nation. 0:00 – Introduction 0:41 – Cessationist Video Response 4:30 – Reading Deuteronomy 18:15-22 8:02 – Christ Exclusive View 10:43 – Early Church Fathers Quotes 15:04 – Combined View Explained 19:25 – Meaning of Presumptuously 24:20 – Deuteronomy 13 vs 18 32:03 – Nathan Misses Prophecy 43:56 – Acts 21:4 Analysis 1:13:05 – True vs False Prophets 1:18:33 – Accountability and Closing Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Have you ever prayed for a breakthrough that never came, and wondered what that says about your faith? Dr. Craig Keener, one of the most respected New Testament scholars, says we're only looking at half the story. He joins Remnant Radio to explore the theology of suffering - not as a theological afterthought for the Spirit-filled believer, but an essential part of the story Scripture actually tells. ABOUT THE EPISODE: Dr. Craig Keener, F.M. and Ada Thompson Professor of Biblical Studies at Asbury Theological Seminary, has spent his career defending the biblical and historical case for the miraculous. His two-volume Miracles is an essential read for believers (also available in his shorter version Miracles Today). His newest book on suffering turns to the question that so often gets left unanswered: what do we do when we've prayed, and prayed, and the diagnosis doesn't change? Keener explores what Scripture actually shows us about suffering and healing side by side, including in the lives of the apostles. The conversation moves through difficult ground in Christian theology: whether suffering can be God's will, how the crucifixion holds together the greatest evil and the greatest good in human history, and why the two churches in Revelation given no correction from Christ are the two enduring persecution. This isn't an argument against miracles. Keener has given his career to defending them. Rather, it's an invitation to hold suffering and hope together, the way Scripture always has. 0:00 – Introduction 2:06 – Keener's Testimony and Ministry 4:16 – Why Write About Suffering 8:38 – Western vs Global Suffering 14:19 – The Problem of Evil 15:55 – Miracles as Foretaste 23:10 – Purpose Found in Suffering 32:52 – Keener's Divorce and PTSD 41:34 – Faith Defined Rightly 44:46 – Birth Pangs and New Creation 54:16 – Caring for the Poor 58:48 – God's Will and Suffering ABOUT THE GUEST: - Dr. Craig Keener's website — https://craigkeener.com - Suffering: Its Meaning for the Spirit-Filled Life by Craig S. Keener  https://a.co/d/0iO8MUtB - Miracles Today https://a.co/d/0i145Az1 - Miracles : 2 Volumes: The Credibility of the New Testament Accounts https://a.co/d/0gOxo5Ar Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when submission to God quietly becomes submission to a leader? When questioning your pastor starts getting treated like questioning God? Those are the questions we're exploring as we review John Bevere's "Under Cover," one of the most widely read books on spiritual authority in the modern charismatic Church. We're holding up the book's conclusions against Hebrews 13, Romans 13, and what Jesus himself said about leaders exercising authority over believers. Does "Under Cover" hold up? Or does it hand pastors an authority the New Testament never actually gives them? To be clear, we're not arguing against leadership or real spiritual authority rightly stewarded. We're asking where the line sits between genuine biblical submission and spiritual abuse dressed up in biblical language. For a lot of people in the body of Christ right now, that line has gotten blurry, and it's cost them. 0:00 – Introduction 9:57 – Romans 13 and Submission 28:03 – Spheres of Delegated Authority 41:40 – James and Jerusalem Council 59:48 – Submission Versus Obedience 1:18:59 – "Not Being Fed" Excuse 1:31:52 – Discerning Leaders' Decisions 1:39:38 – Exposing Versus Concealing Sin 1:48:28 – Korah's Rebellion Explained 1:55:52 – Ham, Noah, Cover-Up Culture 2:02:33 – Miriam, Aaron, Judgment 2:20:45 – Closing Thoughts and Resources Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

At Kathryn Krick's Houston book signing for "Ignite Revival," over 200 people showed up. Attendees ended up on the floor, shaking, weeping and convulsing, while Krick kept signing copies of her book and called it "revival." Plenty of people online are calling it staged or coercive. Instead of responding to the experiences, Joshua Lewis and Michael Rowntree read the book itself. What they found was more like cultish language than Scripture-based teaching. Krick promotes a clear structure where apostles and prophets hold the greatest anointing, disagreement gets dismissed as "old wine," and readers are steered away from any teacher outside Krick's own lineage, a lineage she traces to her "spiritual father," Tanzanian prophet GeorDavie, not to ordination or accountability.  Josh and Michael compare the book against Scripture, chapter and verse. They land on why this pattern isn't just concerning . . . Kathryn Krick is mark and avoid. 0:00 – Introduction 2:49 – Katherine Krick Book Overview 6:53 – Apostles Prophets Greater Anointing 16:42 – Prophetic Reward Prosperity Claims 22:16 – Five-Fold Ministry Holiness 38:44 – Discrediting Other Ministries 45:29 – Old Wine New Wine Doctrine 50:25 – Removing Disagreement Dissent 56:58 – Spiritual Buffet Isolation Tactics 1:03:06 – Katherine's Unique Anointing Claims 1:06:51 – Spiritual Father Pecking Order 1:17:33 – Closing Thoughts PREVIOUS RR EPISODE ON KATHRYN KRICK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_ifO5PX4NQ Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

"Jesus Calling" has sold more than 50 million copies across its brand. It's been promoted by Christian leaders, shelved in bookstores and gift shops, and quoted from pulpits. A recent episode from Little Light Studios and Stephanie Griffin Ministries has raised a hard question about it: does this beloved devotional have New Age roots? Joshua Lewis and Michael Miller will explore the claims, call balls & strikes, and help you discern whether this is a book to have on your nightstand or not. Original episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGvP6K8aP54  0:00 – Introduction 2:11 – Sarah Young Background 3:52 – God Calling Origins 6:01 – Miller's Initial Thoughts 11:40 – God Calling Introduction Quote 17:08 – Why So Popular Question 26:36 – Pantheism Quote Debate 39:04 – Making Jesus First Priority 45:22 – Contemplative Meditation Quote 49:52 – Cocoon Of Light Anathema 59:06 – Last Words And Blasphemy Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is hell a divine torture chamber? Dr. Paul Copan says no, and he's the one defending the traditional view. In Part 2 of our Hell Debate series, the Palm Beach Atlantic University philosopher and co-editor of the forthcoming Concerning Hell makes the biblical case for eternal conscious punishment while giving annihilationism the fairest hearing you'll find anywhere. Fresh off Kirk Cameron's viral Hellgate roundtable, Copan and Joshua work through the texts, the caricatures, and the question underneath it all: who is the God doing the judging? ABOUT THE EPISODE: When people think of hell, images of the devil tormenting souls with a pitchfork and eternal fire come to mind. Dr. Paul Copan defends the traditional view of hell, but he wants that picture gone. So if that's not hell, what is? And if the popular image is a caricature, what exactly has the church been arguing about? Copan isn't watching this debate from the cheap seats. He was at the table for Kirk Cameron's Hellgate roundtable, the conversation that lit up half the Christian internet. He co-edited the forthcoming book Concerning Hell (IVP Academic) with Chris Date, the very annihilationist who made the opposing case in Part 1 of this series. Friends on opposite sides, writing the book together. Now he sits down with Joshua for the conversation Hellgate didn't have time for. And the texts get harder the closer you look. Jesus calls the prodigal son "lost" with the same destruction language annihilationists build their case on, yet the son walks home alive. Smoke rises forever in Revelation 14:10-11 from something that supposedly no longer exists. Matthew 25:46 puts eternal punishment and eternal life in the same breath, and both sides claim that verse as their own. Copan walks through each one, and along the way he admits something scholars rarely admit on camera: a text he used to read wrong, and what changed his mind about 2 Thessalonians 1:9. Then Joshua asks the question this whole debate keeps circling: at what point does our picture of hell describe a different God altogether?  Watch Part 1: https://youtu.be/sVOQfKMB6RI 0:00 Introduction 1:09 Dr. Paul Copan Introduction 3:08 Eternal Punishment vs Annihilationism 8:53 Kirk Cameron Hellgate Discussion 13:50 Early Church Fathers 17:55 Matthew 25 Eternal Punishment 29:17 Destruction Language: Matthew 10 38:05 2 Thessalonians: God's Presence 41:04 Revelation 14: Apocalyptic Imagery 52:04 Worshiping a Different God? 1:03:48 Universalism and Orthodoxy 1:11:41 Closing Thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST:  - Concerning Hell: The Doctrine in Theological, Philosophical, Historical, and Biblical Dialogue (ed. Paul Copan & Christopher M. Date, IVP Academic, available for pre-order): https://www.ivpress.com/concerning-hell - Dr. Paul Copan's website: https://www.paulcopan.com RESOURCES MENTIONED: - The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis: https://www.amazon.com/Great-Divorce-C-S-Lewis/dp/0061774197 - Erasing Hell by Francis Chan & Preston Sprinkle: https://www.amazon.com/Erasing-Hell-About-Eternity-Things/dp/0781407257 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

A cessationist prays for a sick friend, and the friend recovers. He calls it answered prayer. A continuationist watches the same moment and calls it the gift of healing. Same event, same God, two labels. And that difference explains more about why this debate stalls than almost anything else. ABOUT THIS EPISODE: The conversation continues. In Part 1, Joshua Lewis and Michael Miller looked at how continuationists and cessationists end up misrepresenting each other: different theological streams, suspicion of motives, judging each other's worst instead of engaging each other's best. This episode picks up where that one left off, and it examines the reasons behind the arguments. Because the deepest divides in this debate aren't really about the facts. Both sides can watch the identical healing and walk away more convinced of their own position. So Josh and Michael dig into the questions underneath: Does personal experience count as theological evidence, or is testimony inadmissible from the start? Why do charismatic scandals go viral while other traditions' failures stay quiet? And how do personal wounds, the cold church that dismissed your experience or the one that manipulated your trust, quietly harden into theology? Join us for an episode on how we can better see each other's point of view and how to find common ground as Christian brothers and sisters in the continuationist versus cessationist debate. PART 1 EPISODE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDmzY30Ddl4 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What does the Bible actually say happens to the lost? Chris Date of ​Rethinking Hell joins the show to lay out the biblical case for annihilationism / conditional immortality, the view that the unsaved are resurrected, judged, and then die a second death rather than suffering consciously forever. ABOUT THE EPISODE: Chris spent his first years as a believer firmly convinced of eternal conscious torment, until an interview with the late Edward Fudge sent him back to the text. What followed was months spent trying to defend the traditional view and failing to find a version of it that held up exegetically. In this conversation, he walks through why. A lot of believers are quietly wrestling with the doctrine of hell right now, caught between a traditional view that many find hard to square with the character of God and a universalism that abandons judgment altogether. Chris argues conditionalism is neither of those things: it takes judgment seriously while insisting the Bible describes that judgment as death, not endless suffering. Wherever you land on after watching, Chris's closing word is worth sitting with: this is a debate the creeds leave open, and how we treat brothers and sisters who land differently matters as much as the conclusion we reach. 0:00 – Introduction 0:54 – Chris Date's Testimony 6:49 – Defining Conditional Immortality 14:50 – Tree Of Life Motif 19:37 – Why Hell Debate Now 35:37 – Daniel & Matthew 25 42:22 – Matthew 10:28 Apollumi 49:47 – 2 Thessalonians 1:9 57:21 – Revelation 20 Lake Fire 1:13:35 – Partial Conditionalism Debate 1:20:46 – Rethinking Hell Resources 1:30:52 – Closing Thoughts: Atonement ABOUT THE GUEST: Rethinking Hell: https://rethinkinghell.com/ Chris Date's website: https://www.chrisdate.info/ Chris Date's journal articles: https://www.chrisdate.info/journal-articles RESOURCES MENTIONED: Edward Fudge, The Fire That Consumes: https://www.amazon.com/Fire-That-Consumes-Historical-Punishment/dp/1608999300 Edward Fudge, Hell: A Final Word: https://www.amazon.com/Hell-Final-Edward-W-Fudge/dp/0891121498 Edward Fudge & Robert Peterson, Two Views of Hell: https://www.ivpress.com/two-views-of-hell Rethinking Hell: Readings in Evangelical Conditionalism: https://rethinkinghell.com/rethinkinghell-book/ A Consuming Passion: Essays on Hell and Immortality in Honor of Edward Fudge: https://rethinkinghell.com/aconsumingpassion-book/ Concerning Hell (Copan, Date & Huff, IVP Academic): https://www.amazon.com/Concerning-Hell-Theological-Philosophical-Historical/dp/1514004976 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Continuationists and cessationists spend a lot of time responding to one another, but how often is that response actually accurate? Joshua Lewis and Michael Miller explore the caricatures both sides fall into when talking about the gifts of the Spirit. ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Most debates about the gifts of the Spirit aren't really debates. They're two sides responding to a caricature of the other. Cessationists often get flattened as denying the supernatural altogether. Continuationists get painted as accepting any miracle claim with zero discernment. Neither one is a fair assessment, and in a body of Christ already low on trust, sloppy caricatures do real damage. This isn't a conversation about one bad take or one public figure. Joshua and Michael zoom out to examine the broader habits that shape our theological debates. How should we define each other’s positions? What responsibility do we have to correct our own overstatements? And how can we strongly disagree while still representing one another truthfully? The goal isn't to erase the real differences between continuationism and cessationism. Those differences matter, and this episode doesn't pretend otherwise. The goal is precision, humility, and the kind of Christian charity that's supposed to mark how believers disagree, because you can't fairly critique a position you haven't first tried to understand. 0:00 – Introduction 1:36 – Continuationism & Cessationism Defined 2:29 – Bethel Church Misdefinition 4:38 – Justin Peters Discussion 13:56 – Show Outline Overview 15:32 – Wesleyan Vs Reformed Roots 22:46 – God Told Me Providence 28:21 – Ordinary Vs Extraordinary Grace 40:11 – Suspicion Of Motives 56:02 – Judging Worst Not Best 1:00:26 – Destiny Image Concerns Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Heresy doesn't knock and announce itself. It shows up wearing just enough biblical language to sound credible. Joshua Lewis breaks down Cracking the Time Code by Candice Smithyman (Destiny Image, 2025), offering a robust scriptural critique that doubles as a lesson in how to spot the same patterns anywhere else you find them. Joshua's review traces how the book builds toward a word of faith framework, where your own faith produces blessing and protects against loss, and even extends into a claim that death itself may be optional for a sufficiently "heaven-attuned" believer. If that sounds familiar, it should. Prosperity theology, gnostic anthropology, and low Christology have circled through church history since the first century, just with new packaging each time. Watch this episode to better understand why this book is promoting false teaching and heresy, not Christianity. Additionally, use Josh's teaching as a case study for recognizing the false. The goal is for all of us to get sharper at telling the difference between genuine insight and repackaged error. 0:00 – Introduction 2:16 – Cracking the Time Code 2:32 – Greek and Hebrew Foundations 4:22 – Invented Word Meanings 10:18 – Correct Words, Wrong Theology 15:01 – Word of Faith Imports 21:53 – Gnosticism in the Book 28:01 – Most Dangerous Claims 34:53 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

There are still God-fearing, God-loving people attending Bethel Church. That's exactly what makes this episode hard to make. But in light of recent events, we have to ask: Have we reached the point of mark and avoid? This is a one-stop, 30-minute review of concerns with Bethel to see the patterns. ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Remnant Radio has kept an eye on Bethel for years - through the grave soaking scandal, through Bill Johnson's daughter-in-law describing the Holy Spirit as a "genie," through the New Age framework quietly baked into Physics of Heaven, through Culture of Honor, through Bob Jones and Kenneth Copeland getting platformed anyway, and now through Shawn Bolz. We have reviewed many of these practices and situations over the years, and our comments have grown firmer and sterner toward Bethel leadership. Now there's a new development, and it's not about doctrine. According to Mike Winger's sources, the people currently being let go at Bethel are the ones who kept asking the questions about transformation and change. If that's accurate, it isn't a staffing decision, but a pattern about the thinking and decision making of Bethel leadership. So Josh asks the question a lot of Bethel's own alumni have been asking quietly for months, and finally says out loud what he's suspected for a while: is this still a church working through its mistakes, or has leadership moved somewhere it can't recover from? Are we at mark and avoid? This isn't a pile-on. It's for the people who've genuinely loved this church and are trying to figure out what faithfulness looks like now that the pattern is this clear. 0:00 – Introduction 0:22 – Bethel Controversy Background 3:55 – Grave Soaking & Genie Scandal 5:34 – Michael Brown Interviews Bill Johnson 6:20 – Winger's First Bethel Review 7:21 – Physics Of Heaven Exposed 8:32 – Kenneth Copeland Endorsement 8:58 – Shawn Bolz Scandal Breaks 10:03 – Winger Exposes Shawn Bolz 13:56 – Bethel's Public Apology 16:47 – Passion Translation Plagiarism 17:23 – Layoffs And NDAs 20:01 – NDA Rights And Scripture 27:01 – PR Versus Real Repentance 29:54 – Examine Your Own Church PLAYLIST ON POLICING THE CHARISMATIC MOVEMENT: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFHSZqA1Q85VKxRrkvEYXBec PREVIOUS RR EPISODES OF BETHEL CHURCH: 2020 - https://youtu.be/sOTdC5LnrVA 2020 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soFFhiYZY-E 2020 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMkKILXkKWs 2020 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRvpVqmk5RU 2020 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6k91pFZWVc 2022 - https://youtu.be/w8b7y7mWIvg 2022 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XlUPjWRqpc 2022 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hseSRlFKzSM 2022 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTcgjtvc91E 2022 - https://youtu.be/9Bys8_ylGUk 2026 - https://youtu.be/TN6UbN0Vq6E 2026 - https://youtu.be/NSWzRCDTPNU 2026 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7U1-rugrYZM 2026 - https://youtu.be/PEKIozi7Cjc 2026 - https://youtu.be/z0PTDwlpQPo 2026 - https://youtu.be/AcXNqe4vg6E Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

You were probably taught to read Daniel like a codebook with beasts to identify, timelines to chart, and an Antichrist to spot. Dr. Jim Hamilton thinks the church has been missing the point, and he makes a compelling case that the key to Daniel's strangest visions is hiding in the stories of chapters 1–6. ABOUT THE EPISODE: Dr. Jim Hamilton, professor of biblical theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and senior pastor of Kenwood Baptist Church, joins Joshua Lewis to walk through his book With the Clouds of Heaven: The Book of Daniel in Biblical Theology. His central claim: Daniel wrote real history and real prophecy, and the apocalyptic visions of chapters 7–12 aren't a departure from the narratives of chapters 1–6, but rather a projection of them.  Look to the patterns: Nebuchadnezzar attacks God's people, plunders the temple, and tries to indoctrinate the faithful in Daniel 1, and that same pattern gets pressed onto the end times, again and again, until it culminates in resurrection of the dead (Daniel 12:2). Dr. Hamilton makes the case that Daniel interpreted his own God-given visions through a mind saturated with earlier Scripture, describing Nebuchadnezzar's shattered statue in the language of Psalm 1 and Psalm 2.  However, the sparks fly on the fourth man in the fiery furnace. Dr. Hamilton argues it was an angel, not the pre-incarnate Christ, and Joshua isn't ready to concede. You'll also get his take on the 70th week of Daniel, resurrection hope in the Old Testament, and why Daniel parallels the book of Revelation. ABOUT THE GUEST: - https://jimhamilton.info - With the Clouds of Heaven: The Book of Daniel in Biblical Theology https://a.co/d/00WPN6Zr - Typology: Understanding the Bible's Promise-Shaped Patterns https://a.co/d/0d5vWjzG RESOURCES MENTIONED:  - Waking from the Dust: Daniel 12:2 and Resurrection Hope in Biblical Theology by Mitchell L. Chase https://a.co/d/02n8iyCx - Knowing God by J.I. Packer: https://a.co/d/0bSWnkek - The Book of Revelation (NIGTC) by G.K. Beale: https://a.co/d/0dUD4rQ9 0:00 – Introduction 2:40 – Daniel's Theology Overview 4:30 – Dating Daniel's Prophecies 6:59 – Nebuchadnezzar Patterns Repeated 13:07 – Daniel in the Writings 16:29 – Eden to Daniel 19:57 – Nebuchadnezzar's Dream, Psalm 1 28:46 – Fourth Man Debate 46:02 – Daniel 10 Angelic Visions 49:08 – Resurrection in Daniel 57:03 – Daniel's 70th Week 1:02:42 – Closing Encouragement Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is it wrong to publicly name a false teacher, or is staying quiet the real problem? Emma Stark of the Global Prophetic Alliance recently released a video arguing that exposure ministries are "measuring fruit in hopelessness," and that real biblical justice can only be administered through a five-fold ministry structure where prophets alone have the authority to remove someone's spiritual credibility. Joshua Lewis and Michael Miller go clip by clip through her argument. ABOUT THE EPISODE: When leaders in charismatic and continuationist spaces are credibly accused of abuse, plagiarism, or false prophecy, who actually has the standing to say so, and does saying so publicly make you the villain? Josh and Michael walk through Emma Stark's claims of relationship with Ron Cantor, Mike Winger, JonMark Baker, and Remnant Radio, and then test her "five-fold justice" model against Proverbs 29:18, Ecclesiastes 9:18, Titus 3:10-11, 1 Corinthians 5, Ephesians 5:11, and 1 Timothy 5:20. The core problem: scripture never assigns justice to a single office. It's given to the whole body of Christ. When that responsibility gets narrowed down to "only prophets can call this out," the practical result isn't more accountability, but less.  This is a Word & Spirit conversation from a charismatic theology perspective. We're not cessationists, and we're not interested in throwing out the gifts of the Spirit. But when a new doctrine gets invented and taught as biblical without a single verse that actually supports it, biblical accountability requires we say so.  RESOURCES MENTIONED: Full Emma Stark Episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dY9mfDoZ35I  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Joe Rogan's latest viral guest claims the Catholic Church genetically eliminated psychic ability from humanity through the Inquisitions. But is that true? ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Joe Rogan recently hosted Dr. Dean Radin, chief scientist at the Institute of Noetic Sciences, to discuss his "psi gene" theory. During the interview, Radin claimed that the Catholic Inquisitions systematically targeted and killed people with a genetic predisposition for psychic ability, effectively removing that trait from Christianized populations over centuries. It's the kind of theory that sounds compelling on first listen. Joshua Lewis did the historical review to test it. Is this true? Josh also explores the theological question underneath all of this. Why did the early church oppose occult practice in the first place? Was it a power grab as Dr. Radin suggests? Join us to better understand the full discussion. Don't get caught flat-footed when secular podcasts make "confident historical claims" about Christianity. 0:00 – Introduction 0:14 – Dean Radin's Psychic Research 1:28 – The Psi Genetic Project 5:50 – Joshua's Historical Analysis 7:20 – The Four Inquisitions 9:57 – Spanish Inquisition & Witchcraft 13:03 – Scientific Problems Examined 14:12 – Church, Magic, & Scripture 17:02 – Closing Thoughts Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What is simony? And where do you draw the line? Here at Remnant Radio, we do sell courses and conferences teaching people about the gifts of the spirit. We want to be honest and upfront about that, and it's exactly why we're discussing simony in this episode. We want to examine whether what we do holds up under Scripture.  ABOUT THIS EPISODE: The word "simony" comes from Acts 8, when Simon Magus tried to purchase the power of the Holy Spirit and Peter answered him: "May your money perish with you, because you thought you could buy the gift of God with money" (Acts 8:20, ESV). That confrontation gave the body of Christ an important category for thinking about money and ministry that we're going to explore. What did Peter actually condemn, and what didn't he condemn? Scripture is more specific than most people realize, and the early church, as documented in the Didache, wrestled openly with where the line sits between legitimate support for ministry and exploiting the gifts of God for personal gain. This episode takes a hard look at that line. There are things that should never carry a price tag. Prayer ministry and deliverance ministry are on that list, and we'll walk through why Scripture draws that boundary so clearly. But the conversation doesn't stop there. What about seminary or Bible college? Christian books and music? The Bible itself?  Join us for a biblical exploration of simony and where Scripture draws the line. 0:00 – Introduction 0:21 – Ethics of Charging for Ministry 8:53 – Scripture on Giving Freely 12:20 – Isaiah 55 and Matthew 10:8 17:47 – Payment for Healing Prayers? 18:55 – Compensation for Itinerant Ministers 23:12 – Honorariums and Speaking Fees 27:18 – Bibles, Seminaries, and Simony 32:03 – Simon the Sorcerer in Acts 8 37:37 – Suggested Donations for Deliverance? 51:38 – Didache on Itinerant Prophets 56:02 – Dangers of Full-Time Itinerancy Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Was America's founding a genuinely Christian project, or has that idea been read backward into history by people who want it to be true? Dr. Ben Carson, famed neurosurgeon, former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and founder of the American Cornerstone Institute, joins Joshua Lewis to make the case that the founders' faith wasn't incidental to the American project, but was foundational to it. ABOUT THE EPISODE: Carson walks through the well-known stories: George Washington's providential survival during the French and Indian War, Benjamin Franklin's call to prayer at the Constitutional Convention, John Adams' conviction that the Constitution was built for "a moral and religious people." Carson recounts these as evidence that the founders understood their rights as God-given rather than state-granted and argues this conviction is what allowed the young nation to move as fast as it did. But this episode tackles some of the harder questions about America's Christian roots. In fact, many Christians today are wrestling with where the line falls between honoring faith's role in government and slipping into theonomy or Christian nationalism (using the Bible not just to inform conviction, but to enforce practice). Josh and Dr. Carson walk through the difficult cases, including Thomas Jefferson's private letters calling Paul "the first corruptor" of Christ's doctrine, the Treaty of Tripoli's explicit statement that the U.S. government is "not in any sense founded on the Christian religion," and the uncomfortable reality that some founders held views far messier than the Sunday-school version of American history. What emerges is a conversation about the difference between a Christian moral framework shaping a leader's conscience and a Christian theocracy shaping a nation's laws and why the founders, having fled state-enforced religion in Europe, were careful to avoid recreating it here. Dr. Carson also addresses the founders' inconsistencies head-on, including slavery, and how a constitution "inspired" by Christian conviction could coexist with such a profound moral failure. If you've ever felt caught between two unsatisfying camps with "America was a secular Enlightenment experiment" on one side, and "America should be governed by biblical law" on the other, this conversation gives you a third way to think about it: historically honest, theologically grounded, and avoidant to both extremes. 0:00 – Introduction 0:51 – Built on Faith Children's Book 1:00 – Washington's Providence Stories 4:34 – Christianity Twisted by Marxism 6:09 – Founders and Deism Debate 8:00 – Declaration vs Constitution 11:06 – Theonomy and Theocracy 12:47 – Christian Ethics and Lawmaking 19:12 – Washington's Christian Faith 20:50 – Jefferson's Mixed Beliefs 26:49 – Benjamin Franklin's Faith 33:39 – Treaty of Tripoli Question 35:32 – James Madison and Constitution 38:05 – Christian Political Involvement   RESOURCES MENTIONED: - Dr. Ben Carson's children's book, Built on Faith (co-authored with Kirk Parrish): https://www.amazon.com/Built-Faith-Ben-Carson/dp/1967002711 - American Cornerstone Institute: https://americancornerstone.org - Andrew Wilson, Remaking the World: How 1776 Created the Post-Christian West: https://www.crossway.org/books/remaking-the-world-hcj/ - Carl Trueman, The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: https://www.crossway.org/books/rise-triumph-modern-self-hcj/ - Treaty of Tripoli (1797), Article 11 (full text): https://avalon.law.yale.edu/18th_century/bar1796t.asp Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can a prophetic word reach someone an argument never could? What if the most effective evangelism tool in Scripture is a detail about someone that only God could have known? JonMark Baker of the Minor Prophets Podcast joins Remnant Radio to talk about the gift of prophecy and words of knowledge as on-mission tools for evangelism. ABOUT THIS EPISODE: We live in a culture that's heard plenty of arguments for God and built a callus against most of them. Apologetics still matters. But what do you do with someone whose heart hardened against Jesus before you ever opened your mouth? That's where a word of knowledge does something logic can't. A divinely-given word proves to a stranger that God sees them, knows them, and has His eye on the actual details of their life. Paul described exactly this in 1 Corinthians 14:24-25: an outsider walks in, the secrets of his heart are laid bare through prophecy, and he falls on his face declaring that God is really among you. It's the New Testament's own case study for prophecy as evangelism. This is a conversation about giftings doing what they were always meant to do: building up the body of Christ, and pushing back the darkness in a culture that needs reminding God is real, and still speaks. 0:00 – Introduction 2:27 – JonMark Baker 4:36 – Prophesying & Availability 9:54 – God Speaks Subtly 20:49 – Spirit, Mind, Thought 25:33 – Prophetic Evangelism Steps 36:38 – Parable of the Soils 44:36 – Power & Evangelism 49:30 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Samuel Rutherford helped write the Westminster Confession. He also developed a four-part test for evaluating prophetic words. That's not a charismatic running loose, but a Westminster divine doing careful pastoral theology on the gifts. ABOUT THIS EPISODE: There's an assumption that the debate over spiritual gifts is a recent one: a 20th-century Pentecostal invention set against centuries of Reformation clarity. But the historical record tells a different story. John Knox was called "the prophet and apostle of our nation." John Welsh reportedly prayed a dead man back to life. George Wishart publicly predicted Cardinal Beaton's death from the pulpit. These weren't fringe figures. They were architects of the Scottish Reformation. In this episode, Joshua Lewis responds to a four-part viewer question that cuts to the heart of what cessationists often ask about continuationism:   1. Did any Protestant Reformers — Luther, Calvin, Knox, Wesley — actually affirm the continuation of miraculous spiritual gifts? 2. Are there accredited seminaries that teach continuationism, and if so, why don't more charismatic leaders pursue formal degrees? 3. Did the lack of denominational accountability in charismatic churches contribute to the scandals the show has covered? 4. Are continuationists mostly Arminian, or do Calvinists hold this position too? Joshua works through each question with the historical and theological care. Join us for an informative episode. 0:00 – Introduction 0:34 – Questions 2:23 – Reformation-Era Continuationism 5:26 – Continuationist Seminaries 7:01 – Charismatic Anti-Intellectualism 11:27 – Denominational Accountability & Scandal 14:52 – Calvinism vs. Arminianism RESOURCES MENTIONED:  - Scots Worthies by John Howie (unedited, Project Gutenberg): https://www.gutenberg.org/files/28272/28272-h/28272-h.htm - Spirit Hermeneutics by Craig Keener: https://www.amazon.com/Spirit-Hermeneutics-Reading-Scripture-Pentecost/dp/0802874398 - Barna Research — "Is There a Reformed Movement in American Churches?": https://www.barna.com/research/is-there-a-reformed-movement-in-american-churches/ Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

The early church didn't just baptize new believers. They delivered them first. For the first several centuries of Christianity, exorcism wasn't a dramatic spectacle reserved for extreme cases. It was woven into the baptismal rite itself, practiced across traditions, and considered a normal part of welcoming someone into the body of Christ. Somewhere along the way, we forgot. ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Matthew Esquivel returns to Remnant Radio to walk us through overlooked chapters in church history. We'll examine the deep and consistent link between baptism and deliverance in the early church. From the Apostolic Tradition attributed to Hippolytus of Rome in the third century, to the Seventh Council of Carthage in 258 AD, to the near-universal practice of renouncing Satan as part of the baptismal liturgy, the historical record is clear. The church fathers didn't see deliverance as a crisis intervention. They saw it as part of what it meant to cross from one kingdom into another. This episode is for believers who want to understand deliverance ministry historically and theologically. It's for people who've seen something real in deliverance prayer but haven't had the church history to back it up. And it's for the skeptics who wonder whether any of this has any grounding in Christian tradition. 0:00 – Introduction 4:52 – Baptism & Deliverance Overview 7:31 – Defining Christian Initiation 13:29 – Baptism in Scripture 21:36 – Acts 8 & Typology 31:03 – Tertullian on Baptism 40:45 – Cyprian's Baptismal Rite 58:16 – Augustine's Exorcism Account 1:05:40 – Practical Application Today 1:11:42 – Closing Thoughts INTRODUCTION TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

If a book promises to give you the heart of God while quietly replacing His words with someone else's, that's not a translation. It's a trap. And the trap has a paper trail. ABOUT THIS EPISODE: The Passion Translation has been endorsed by some of the most influential voices in the charismatic world. Bill Johnson called it the best thing to happen to Bible translation in his lifetime. It's been sold in Bethel's bookstore, read in prayer rooms, and handed to new believers across the movement. David Fish and JonMark Baker of the Minor Prophets Podcast spent weeks comparing the Passion Translation, line by line, against its claimed sources. What they found isn't a matter of interpretation. It's documented. Where Brian Simmons departs from the Greek text, and claims an "Aramaic" source, the renderings don't match the Peshitta, the actual Syriac New Testament. They match the Mirror Bible, The Message, and other fringe paraphrases. Fish found over 300 instances in Paul's epistles alone. Simmons also claimed co-translator credentials on a Kuna New Testament. Ethnos 360, the mission that ran the project, says he was NEVER a Bible translator. The organization's own personnel said so on record. The second half of this episode goes deeper: into Simmons' theology. In his own words, in multiple recordings, he redefines the second coming of Christ as an unveiling of a glorified end-times people rather than a bodily return. He calls the physical second coming "not in the Bible." He says, directly: "Christ is no longer a person. He is now a body, a corporate expression." That's not a slip. That's a system, and it has a name: Manifested Sons of God theology has a long history in the fringe of the charismatic world, and Brian Simmons is teaching it from the platform the movement handed him. Join us to hear the evidence for yourself as fellow continuationists examine the paper trail. 0:00 – Introduction 3:55 – Plagiarism Discovery Explained 5:53 – Examples of Copied Verses 8:16 – Why Simmons Changed Text 12:07 – Lessening Judgment: John 15 13:29 – Is Simmons a Universalist? 16:46 – Simmons' Fabricated Credentials 18:44 – Ethnos360 Exposes Simmons 20:01 – Manifested Sons Theology 37:21 – "I Know When Jesus Returns" 57:58 – "I Am My Lover" Clip 1:06:35 – "Christ Is No Longer A Person" 1:14:26 – Closing Thoughts RESOURCES MENTIONED: - The Minor Prophets/Mike Winger episode:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9--owgBjtA - Andrew Chapman's Research: https://theriveroflife.com/category/the-passion-anti-translation/ - Mike Winger's Research on The Passion Translation: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ3iRMLYFlHuv-ISp_iIw1WL8zaEm86L8 and https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ3iRMLYFlHvXha4rjCj1Po0WLQc_jGGW - Handbook on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament — G.K. Beale https://a.co/d/09nG966Z - Typology-Understanding the Bible's Promise-Shaped Patterns: How Old Testament Expectations are Fulfilled in Christ - James Hamilton https://a.co/d/01jQgVDW PETITION: Sign the petition to request YouVersion remove the Passion Translation: https://www.change.org/p/an-appeal-to-youversion-to-remove-the-passion-translation/psf/membership-ask?experience=member&allow_actions=true Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Most Christians think the debate over spiritual gifts comes down to one question: do they still happen or don't they? Dr. Vern Poythress, 50-year New Testament professor at Westminster Theological Seminary, says both cessationists and continuationists are asking the wrong question.  ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dr. Poythress proposes the term "analogous gifts" — the idea that the gifts of the Spirit are genuine, Spirit-empowered works modeled after Christ's own prophetic, priestly, and kingly ministry, but subordinate to it. Not identical to what the apostles did. Not a lower-tier substitute. Analogous with the same Spirit, the same source, a different level of authority. This reframing has real stakes for the cessationist/continuationist divide. The tension in the body of Christ right now isn't just academic: it's shaping how whole churches think about prophecy, tongues, healing, and what it means to be filled with the Spirit. Dr. Poythress argues that if Gaffin is right about New Testament prophecy being infallible, that doesn't end the conversation, but just moves it. There's still a genuine, non-inspired, Spirit-empowered gifting that needs to be accounted for. And if Grudem is right, continuationists still need to reckon with what discernment and testing actually look like in practice. Joshua and Dr. Poythress also discuss the history of cessationism, why it developed as a response to Roman Catholic claims, how the Reformation fought on two fronts (Rome and the enthusiasts), and why figures like Samuel Rutherford and even C.H. Spurgeon complicate the neat cessationist narrative. The episode doesn't try to solve the debate. It tries to widen the table. 0:00 – Introduction 0:44 – Guest: Vern Poythress 3:05 – Analogous Gifts Explained 14:52 – Cessationism vs. Completionism 20:34 – Canon and Prophecy 30:06 – Puritan Prophesying Language 44:04 – RC Sproul's Voice 53:15 – Pursuing Spiritual Gifts 59:09 – Closing Thoughts GROW IN THE GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT PLAYLIST:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFGpsFnIkPFAIzI4BFoAy3zQ ABOUT THE GUEST: "What are Spiritual Gifts?" by Dr. Poythress https://frame-poythress.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/PoythressVernWhatAreSpiritualGifts.pdf Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What if the Old Testament prophets weren't just messengers who received words from God, but participants in His heavenly court? That's the proposal Dr. Michael Heiser put forth in his works on the divine council. The Remnant Radio explores this perspective, walks through the texts, and works out what it means for how we think about prophecy today. ABOUT THE EPISODE: Dr. Michael Heiser put forth the interpretative framework that the Old Testament prophets participated in Yahweh's divine council, and access to that court is what distinguished the genuine prophet from the counterfeit. The claim from The Unseen Realm: "True prophets have stood and listened in Yahweh's divine council; false prophets have not."  Heiser's proposal focuses on the word sōd, appearing in Jeremiah 23:18 as the sōd YHWH, "the council of Yahweh," and describes what the Hebrew Bible presents as Yahweh's heavenly assembly. Jeremiah deploys it as the credibility test for prophets: the genuine ones have stood in it. The false have not. If that reading is right, the prophetic calling in the Old Testament was more than hearing a message from God. Rather, it was about access to the divine council - admission into the throne room of God.  The concept finds support across multiple texts. Amos 3:7 declares that God does nothing without first revealing his counsel to the prophets, and the council scenes throughout the Hebrew Bible show a relationship that is consistently dialogical. Isaiah is caught up into the council of YHWH so that he can give an answer. He doesn't passively receive a scroll. He's present in a scene (seraphim, a throne, a voice asking "Who will go?"), and he responds.  This idea matters for the body of Christ right now. The continuationist world is navigating real questions about prophetic legitimacy, accountability, and what it actually means to carry a word from God. Heiser's framework gives us a biblical-theological foundation for those conversations that goes deeper than most of what's currently in circulation. If the sōd YHWH is the dividing line between true and false prophecy in Jeremiah 23, that has implications we haven't fully worked out yet. This episode walks through the key texts and what it means for how we think about the prophetic today. 0:00 – Introduction 3:05 – Divine Council Overview 10:44 – Prophets in the Council 14:26 – Adam, Enoch, Noah 17:55 – Moses and Prophets 20:51 – Isaiah, Ezekiel, Jeremiah 23:41 – True vs. False Prophets 32:46 – New Covenant Implications 43:56 – Democratization of the Spirit 45:33 – Warning: Heavenly Travel PLAYLIST OF DR. MICHAEL HEISER EPISODES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFGvabVTMdkZJffia17pz7Cv Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Bethel Church released a NEW statement via email addressing the controversies and scandals involving their organization and the people they've endorsed and promoted.  We've been consistent on this: the charismatic movement needs internal voices willing to evaluate its most influential organizations with theological honesty. Tribal loyalty doesn't serve the people who've been hurt. And reflexive dismissal doesn't serve the people who are genuinely trying to find their way forward. Both are too easy. So we're reading the statement. We're weighing what's there. We'll do our best to call balls and strikes, and give you a framework for evaluating it yourself. Our hope is that this conversation helps you think through what genuine accountability and repentance look like in a public Christian context and what we should actually expect from leaders and organizations when things have gone wrong. 0:00 – Introduction 0:35 – Shawn Bolz Allegations Overview 6:14 – Kris Vallotton's Response 8:05 – Bethel's Statement  14:15 – Governance & Leadership Review 25:39 – Accountability & Safety Update 33:26 – Wider Culture Ministry Review 42:49 – Platforming & Reinstatement Policy 52:05 – California Privacy Law Concerns POLICING THE CHARISMATIC MOVEMENT: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFHSZqA1Q85VKxRrkvEYXBec ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 🛒 SHOP MERCH https://theremnantradio.myshopify.com/ 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY:  • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

The question isn't whether the lights in the sky are real. It's what doors you're actually opening when you go looking for them. Something strange has been happening at the intersection of UFO culture and spirituality. People are gathering in the dark, meditating in circles, performing rituals, and then pointing cameras at the night sky and calling it contact. Steven Greer has built an entire ecosystem around it with documentaries, paid expeditions, and a protocol he calls CE-5 or Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind. And long before Greer, a man named Albert Bender was sending telepathic transmissions into space from a room he'd converted into a chamber of horrors, complete with an altar. What is the Christian response? Many believers aren't sure how to engage the UFO conversation without dismissing it entirely or getting pulled into frameworks that are functionally occult. This episode names that tension and gives you a theological map to navigate it. 2 Corinthians 11:14 says Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. His strategy is not to appear monstrous, but to appear luminous, benevolent, and higher. The CE-5 framework, examined through that lens, looks less like a spiritual frontier and more like a very old deception wearing a new coat of paint. And underneath all of it? The desire is real. People want to know they're not alone. That contact with something higher is actually possible. That desire isn't wrong — it's just aimed at the wrong door. John 10:9: "I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved." 0:00 – Introduction 0:53 – Albert Bender's Origins 2:47 – World Contact Day 5:40 – Steven Greer & C5 9:18 – Benevolent ETs Claim 13:26 – Prophet Yahweh's Hoax 15:21 – Genuine UAP Phenomena 17:07 – Demonic Spiritual Danger 20:06 – The Gospel Answer Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

The church that prays boldly for healing and the church that honors its suffering members aren't two different churches. They're the same church. Most of us haven't figured out how to be both at once. ABOUT THIS EPISODE: There's a tension running through charismatic communities that almost no one names out loud. We believe the Spirit still heals. We preach it, we pray for it, we build entire ministry cultures around expecting it. And yet, in those same communities, those who are suffering — the chronically ill, the disabled, the ones who've prayed a hundred times and heard nothing — quietly absorb an unspoken message: If you had more faith, you would be healed. If God loved you, that diagnosis would already be gone. That's not the gospel. But it can live inside healing culture without anyone intending it.  Has our theology of healing accidentally built a hierarchy of spiritual status? Scripture doesn't let us resolve this tension cheaply. Paul prays three times for his thorn to be removed, and God says no (2 Corinthians 12:7-9). Epaphroditus nearly dies in ministry and Paul mourns it (Philippians 2:27). The man at the pool of Bethesda waits 38 years (John 5:5). The gifts of healing described in 1 Corinthians 12:9 are real, active, and given for the building up of the body, and yet the body includes members whose weakness, Paul says, is indispensable (1 Corinthians 12:22).  This episode explores what it looks like to pray with genuine faith and expectation for healing, while simultaneously building communities where suffering is not spiritually oversimplified, those who suffer long are not treated as problems awaiting solutions, and chronically ill or disabled members are not made to feel like a project or somehow less than.  HEALING & DELIVERANCE PLAYLIST: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFG2ynSDtQTV6NcDuJtZteIv Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Isaac trembled violently after realizing he blessed the wrong son. He didn't reverse the blessing. He couldn't . . . That moment, super easy to read past, is actually one of the most theologically loaded scenes in the entire book of Genesis. Most of us read past the patriarchal blessings in Genesis the same way. The text doesn't slow down to explain them. Lamech names his son Noah, announces he'll bring relief from the curse on the ground, and the narrative moves on. Jacob gathers all twelve sons and speaks over each one (tribal territories, political trajectories, a coming ruler) and the story continues. We absorb it as family drama or ancient religious custom. We rarely stop to ask: How do these words actually work? That question opens up an under-examined corner of Genesis, and the answer has real implications for how we understand prophecy, the gifts of the Spirit, and the character of a God who never stopped speaking.  In this episode, we'll discuss: - Why the patriarchal blessings in Genesis can't be explained as lucky guesses or shrewd fatherly observation - Why the "covenant authority" interpretation, that the patriarchs could speak things into existence by virtue of their office, is theologically dangerous - Why the most defensible interpretation is that the patriarchs were prophesying: instruments of divine revelation, voicing what God had already shown them - How Lamech's blessing (Genesis 5:28-29) functions as the hermeneutical template for every patriarchal blessing that follows - What the patriarchal period reveals about the cluster argument,  and why a steady, continuous stream of prophetic activity through ordinary domestic moments challenges cessationist assumptions The God of Genesis isn't a God who shows up in dramatic bursts. He's a God who never stopped speaking, threading his voice from generation to generation long before anyone had a formal theology of what a prophet even was. Join us to learn more! 0:00 – Introduction 0:15 – Patriarchal Blessings Overview 2:09 – Genesis Examples Surveyed 6:20 – How Do They Work? 9:33 – Speaking Things Into Existence 14:06 – Patriarchs as Prophets 15:02 – Lamech's Prophetic Fulfillment 17:00 – Cessationism Challenged Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Joshua Lewis and Michael Miller answer your questions from their recent livestream on the rise and fall of the Kansas City Prophets. They tackle some of the toughest questions surrounding false prophecy, discernment, and the legacy of Mike Bickle and IHOP.   Topics covered include: -How many false prophecies does it take to be considered a false prophet? -Did God really speak to Mike Bickle in Egypt while he was actively sinning? -Can movements rooted in Branhamism or the Latter Rain be redeemed? -What is the value of prophecy if words can't be taken at face value? -Was Jonah's prophecy over Nineveh a false prophecy? -Which charismatics have actually stood up and called out bad leaders? -Why didn't Rick Joyner publicly expose Paul Cain? Plus, Josh and Michael reflect on Remnant Radio's own history of prophetic reviews and why they believe charismatics need to be the ones holding other charismatics accountable. PREVIOUS LIVESTREAM: The Rise & Fall of the Kansas City Prophets:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojy0CtsS0e8 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

There's a version of complementarian theology that quietly reshapes the Trinity to make its argument. Most people who hold it don't realize that's what they're doing. Dr. Malcolm Yarnell does — and he wrote the book on why it matters. Dr. Malcolm Yarnell, professor of Theology at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and author of the Theology for Every Person series, joins Joshua Lewis to work through some of the most contested terrain in Christian doctrine: the person of Christ, the unity of the Trinity, and the debate over eternal functional subordination (EFS). What We Cover: - Why the Trinity and Christology are the two doctrines that everything else in systematic theology depends on - The three senses of "Word of God" in scripture: the personal Word (Jesus), the written Word (scripture), and the proclaimed Word - What eternal functional subordination is, where it came from, and why Dr. Yarnell considers it a grave theological error - How EFS was crafted primarily to answer feminism — not to answer a theological question — and why that origin matters - The unified will of the Trinity, and why the garden of Gethsemane is about the submission of Christ's human will, not an eternal subordination within the Godhead - A close reading of 1 Corinthians 15:28: what is actually being subjected — humanity, not deity - The Athanasian scope of scripture: limitations in the text refer to Christ's humanity; perfections refer to his deity - Why you don't need to reconfigure the Trinity to be a complementarian 0:00 – Introduction 2:08 – Theology for Every Person 5:38 – Christ's Deity and Humanity 10:42 – Word: Person vs. Scripture 15:23 – Eternal Functional Subordination 26:32 – Doctrine and Cultural Moments 33:43 – The Divine Will 54:46 – 1 Corinthians 15:28 1:00:46 – Closing Thoughts INTRO TO CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-christian-theology-course ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖Word (Theology for Every Person, Vol. 2) https://a.co/d/0ddyCS4F 📖God (Theology for Every Person, Vol. 1) https://a.co/d/0ibY6QQ1 📖God the Trinity https://a.co/d/05bCwH0d 📖The Formation of Christian Doctrine https://a.co/d/0dwRSFQH Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Dr. Sam Storms has been one of our own. He's served at our conferences, he's connected to us through the Convergence Church Network, and he's been one of the clearest continuationist voices in evangelical Christianity for decades. His new book, The Rise and Fall of the Kansas City Prophets, is the most detailed insider account of the Kansas City prophetic movement ever written — 310 pages covering 1982 to 2000, the era of Bob Jones, Paul Cain, and Mike Bickle's rise to prominence. And people are asking some tough questions about it. This episode is not a hit piece on Sam Storms. He was lied to like the rest of us. He has acknowledged that his discernment failed him. That kind of accountability takes humility and bravery. As we review his book, we're going to do our best to call balls and strikes. What does Sam get right? Where does he miss? What this episode is ultimately about is discernment — not just the discernment of individual prophetic words, but the communal discernment of a movement. How does proximity to leadership shape what we're able to see? And after everything that has happened, what does it look like to hold continuationist convictions with both faithfulness and sobriety? There is grief in this conversation, but there is also hope. We're not abandoning the prophetic because Mike Bickle and others abused it. We're asking hard questions — with honesty, with care for Dr. Storms, and with deep love for every person still healing from the IHOPKC collapse. Previous Episodes on Mike Bickle: - How Do We Process the Allegations Against Mike Bickle?  https://youtube.com/live/dlkA_FjimJo - IHOP: A House Divided - Mike Bickle & IHOPKC  https://youtube.com/live/EpcaPgqCaGo - Behind the Scenes at IHOP: Stories of Systemic Abuse Part 1  https://youtu.be/Y9tDHlOLriM - Surviving a Toxic Church: Victims of IHOP Speak Out, Part 2  https://youtu.be/rpo8wJkm--I 0:00 – Introduction 1:09 – Sam Storms' Book 8:21 – Bob Jones Controversy 12:19 – Sam's Apologies 17:46 – Sam's Skepticism 42:51 – What About Empirically Verified Prophecies? 59:51 – Paul Cain 1:02:57 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What if your mental health struggles were something more than what the DSM identifies? What if there was a spiritual aspect keeping you from walking in freedom? Dr. Natalie Atwell has spent over 20 years as a licensed therapist, and she'll be the first to tell you she ignored that question for most of her career. Then the cases got darker, standard treatments stopped working, and a deep dive into Dr. Michael Heiser's divine council worldview changed how she reads both her Bible and her intake forms. There's a quiet crisis happening inside Christian counseling offices. Clients are arriving with presentations - dissociation, compulsive sexual behavior, debilitating anxiety, sleep paralysis - that don't resolve the way they should. The DSM has no category for what some of these people are experiencing. And the therapists treating them are quietly asking a question they're not sure they're allowed to ask: Is something spiritual going on here? Dr. Atwell says yes, and she's built a clinical framework to navigate it. Drawing on the Deuteronomy 32 worldview and Dr. Michael Heiser's understanding of the three rebellions of Genesis 3, 6, and 11, she maps categories of mental health suffering back to specific entry points of spiritual darkness. It's a careful, clinically-informed attempt to take Ephesians 6:12 seriously in a treatment room. The demand in the broader body of Christ is real. Pastors are referring people to therapists because they don't have a framework. Therapists are getting stuck because they don't have the theology. Dr. Atwell's work, including her assessment tool that asks about Ouija boards, occult involvement, and even alien abduction experiences, is an attempt to build a bridge between those two worlds. Not to replace either one, but to help clinicians ask better questions. 0:00 – Introduction 1:25 – Dr. Natalie Atwell 3:58 – Satanic Ritual Abuse 7:01 – Counselor's Awakening 9:35 – Darkness Uptick Explained 17:01 – Divine Council Worldview 25:21 – Oppression vs. Possession 29:07 – Three Categories Framework 37:31 – Deliverance Treatment Model 40:06 – Other Influences Assessment 47:58 – Client Case Study 54:36 – Mental Warrior Consulting ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖 Dr. Natalie Atwell's book is coming soon! Sign up for updates at MentalWarriorConsulting.com INTRO TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is there one giant spirit of Leviathan demonizing thousands of people simultaneously or is something else going on? The answer cuts deeper than spiritual warfare. It goes straight to the nature of God. The body of Christ has a problem with demon taxonomy. On one end, cessationists deny the category entirely. On the other, some corners of charismatic practice have quietly handed evil spirits divine attributes they were never meant to have, treating Leviathan or Jezebel as omnipresent cosmic forces saturating the earth. Neither position is biblical. And the confusion isn't just theoretical. It shapes how people pray, how pastors minister, and how the church understands the very nature of God. Join Joshua Lewis, Michael Rowntree, and Michael Miller as they work through the biblical catalog of evil spirits and make the case that demons are kinds, not singular entities. They also tackle the deliverance question head-on: is naming demons in ministry Gnostic secret knowledge, or is it something more like Adam naming the animals, an exercise of discernment and authority? If you're looking for a biblically-serious review on demon taxonomy, this episode is for you. 0:00 – Introduction 7:09 – Demon Taxonomy Overview 15:18 – Effects Match Names 19:50 – Jezebel Spirit Defined 27:06 – Naming Demons, Authority 39:28 – One Spirit or Many? 43:54 – God's Omnipresence Only 46:43 – Speculative: Demonic Breath INTRO TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Lilith keeps showing up: in video games, TV shows, ancient mythology, and feminist websites. But she also shows up in the Bible. And most Christians have no idea. Michael Miller sits down with Nelly Van Sickle, pastor of Evergreen Calvary Chapel and host of The Dancing Toaster podcast, to trace the biblical and historical case for Lilith as a genuine supernatural entity. Starting with Isaiah 34:14 and working outward through the Septuagint, the Vulgate, and the Dead Sea Scrolls, this isn't mythology dressed up as scripture. It's scripture first, history second. Nelly also shares what happened when he started researching her. The demonic oppression that began almost immediately. And what finally made it stop. Along the way they cover the "Adam's first wife" theory and why Genesis 2 shuts it down, the connection between Psalm 91:5-6 and "the terror of the night," a Dead Sea Scroll exorcism hymn that names a lilit-type entity by class, and the question of what happened to the women who cohabitated with the sons of God in Genesis 6. If you've been curious about Lilith and wanted an answer that actually starts with the biblical text, this episode is for you. Scripture References: Isaiah 34:14 | Psalm 91:5-6 | Genesis 4:22 | Genesis 6:1-4 | Leviticus 17:7 | 2 Chronicles 11:15 | Deuteronomy 12  0:00 – Introduction 5:52 – Supernatural Encounters 16:24 – Lilith in Isaiah 34 27:15 – Ancient Near East Context 39:19 – Adam's First Wife Debunked 45:51 – Dead Sea Scrolls Evidence 56:07 – Female Demonic Entities 1:03:56 – Final Thoughts INTRO TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Most teaching on this gift goes one direction: detect the demon, cast it out, move on. But what if that's only a fraction of what Paul actually meant? In 1 Corinthians 12:10, Paul lists the gift of discernment of spirits and says nothing else. The silence has fueled real debate, and in this episode Michael Rowntree walks through the three most serious scholarly positions and tells you where he lands.  Michael examines the Source Testing View (held by Wayne Grudem and D.A. Carson), the Prophecy Weighing View (from Gordon Fee's commentary on 1 Corinthians), and the Prophecy Interpreting View (from scholar Doenberg). Each view has real exegetical arguments behind it. None of them are dismissed lightly. But they're not all equally convincing. But stay for the story at the end. It happened at a Remnant Conference. A quiet prayer room. Three words that showed up and shouldn't have made sense until they made all the sense in the world. That story is why this gift matters. 0:00 – Introduction 1:36 – Source Testing (Grudem & Carson) 7:31 – Prophecy Weighing (Fee) 10:57 – Prophecy Interpreting (Doenberg) 13:31 – Where Michael Lands 14:50 – Discernment in Practice 18:17 – Conclusion INTRODUCTION TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Corey Minor of the Smart Christians Channel recently posted a detailed response to Michael Miller's appearance on Deep End with Lecrae, challenging the biblical basis for generational curses and deliverance ministry. In this episode, the Remnant Radio team engages that critique directly with respect for Corey as a Christian brother and honest disagreement with his conclusions. The core question on the table: Can believers be cursed? Can unbelievers? Is anyone born under a curse? And is the term "generational curse" even biblical language? The guys unpack the Hebrew words ārar, qālal, and ālāh, expose what they believe is an etymological fallacy at the heart of Corey's argument, and trace the theology of blessing and curse from Genesis 3 through the Deuteronomic covenant all the way to Galatians 3 and the new covenant promises of Jeremiah 31. They also wrestle honestly with their own disagreements. Miller makes the case for demonic spirits traveling down family lines (citing Mark 9 and the demonized boy who'd suffered "since infancy"). Rowntree prefers the language of "generational consequences" over "generational curses." And Lewis draws a distinction between God as active agent vs. passive agent in the Deuteronomic curses -- with both Job and 1 Kings 22 shaping his thinking. Part 2 is coming. The team still needs to address whether unbelievers can curse others, how curses actually operate metaphysically, and why not everyone in a family line seems to be equally affected. 0:00 – Introduction & Episode Roadmap 10:24 – Corey Minor Clip One 14:14 – Responding to Clip One 31:09 – Hebrew Words for Curse 36:48 – Covenant Curse Framework 56:42 – Jeremiah 31 New Covenant 1:00:09 – Automatic vs. Active Freedom 1:04:59 – Deuteronomic Curses Today 1:13:27 – Closing INTRODUCTION TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What if the Church has been quietly erasing one of its most powerful practices for centuries, and we're paying for it right now? The Remnant Radio welcomes Reverend David Miller, pastor of Church Tsidkenu, to unpack the hidden, and often deliberately suppressed, history of exorcism and deliverance ministry throughout church history. David is the author of Redacted, a three-year research project that traces deliverance from the early church fathers all the way to the 20th century. What he found is striking: deliverance and revival move together. And when one is removed, the other tends to collapse shortly after. We walk through how the early church treated demonization as an assumed reality, how the medieval period saw a near-total collapse of effective exorcism, and how the Reformation ironically helped birth the modern assumption that Christians cannot have demons. David argues this isn't ancient orthodoxy. It's a pendulum swing traceable to John Calvin's polemical response to Catholic abuses, and it spread from there. We also dig into the Azusa Street controversy. David makes a compelling case that Charles Parham's now-maligned critique of the revival wasn't racial antagonism, but rather a legitimate spiritual diagnosis. Bizarre manifestations, moral fractures among leaders, and the systematic exclusion of deliverance from the revival's framework all point to something darker than the standard Pentecostal narrative admits. We close with the 20th-century resurgence of deliverance through figures like Derek Prince, Win Worley, Frank Hammond, and others. We discuss which schools of thought are most helpful for someone brand new to this ministry.  If you've been frustrated by a church culture that either dismisses deliverance ministry or refuses to confront the abuses of it, this episode is for you. 0:00 – Introduction 1:56 – David Miller Background 3:08 – Redacted Book Overview 7:07 – Revival & Deliverance Pattern 9:42 – Christians and Demonization 18:25 – Exorcism in the Middle Ages 34:00 – Luther-Calvin Baptismal Debate 38:50 – George Fox Redacted 41:29 – Azusa Street & Parham 50:16 – 20th Century Deliverance Figures 53:08 – Strategic Spiritual Warfare 1:00:52 – Closing Thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/redacted-david-m-miller/1144098925 ⛪CHURCH: https://www.churchtknh.org/ INTRODUCTION TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Warning: Not everything that looks like the Holy Spirit is the Holy Spirit - and the Church needs to know the difference! Healings, prophecies, tongues, signs, and wonders are on the rise in the Church, but so is deception. We have to ask: Can the demonic actually counterfeit the gifts of the Holy Spirit? In this episode, we explore Scripture, church history, and theology to give you a serious, grounded answer. From the sorcerers of Pharaoh's court mimicking the miracles of Moses (Exodus 7:11–12), to the witch of Endor who brings up Samuel from the dead (1 Samuel 28), to the slave girl in Philippi whose spirit of divination produced accurate prophecy (Acts 16:16–18), the Bible is remarkably frank that the enemy is in the business of imitation. Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light (2 Corinthians 11:14), and his servants are no different. Working through passages like Deuteronomy 13, Acts 16:16-18, Matthew 7:21-23, 2 Thessalonians 2:9-11, and 1 John 4:1-3, the guys walk through a biblical framework for discernment. Doctrine matters. But so does character, track record, submission to a local body, and the spiritual gift of discernment of spirits.  They also wrestle with one of the strangest categories in Scripture: unbelievers who traffic in real spiritual power. Balaam. Caiaphas. The judges. The slave girl in Philippi who prophesied accurate things by a python spirit. What do we do with that? The answer isn't to run from the supernatural, but rather to pursue maturity so you can recognize the real thing. The goal isn't fear. It's discernment. Moses didn't stop demonstrating God's power just because Pharaoh's magicians could mimic a few signs. And the church today shouldn't either. We pursue the genuine. We hold it up against the false. And we trust that Yahweh is still greater than the gods of Egypt. 0:00 – Introduction 5:13 – Counterfeit Miracles Defined 7:45 – Pharaoh's Magicians Examined 13:08 – Discerning True vs. False 19:36 – Slave Girl, Deuteronomy 13 31:37 – Unbelievers Trafficking Holy Spirit 47:38 – Eschatological False Prophets 54:04 – Personal Experiences Shared 58:09 – Biblical Evidence Summary 1:00:54 – Closing: Christ-Centered Gifts INTRODUCTION TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Did you know the Bible has thousands of hidden threads woven through it that most Christians have never been shown? There are approximately 350 direct Old Testament quotations in the New Testament, but over 3,000 allusions - indirect references scholars have documented that never made it into study Bibles. Dr. Benjamin Gladd, executive director of the Carson Center for Theological Renewal at The Gospel Coalition joins the show to talk about Connecting Scripture, a unique, first-of-its-kind study Bible he co-authored with G.K. Beale, that makes exploring these threads possible for the everyday Christian. This isn't just a study Bible upgrade. It's a whole new way of reading. Ben explains the difference between a direct quotation - those flashing red lights moments like "that it might be fulfilled" - and an allusion, which functions more like an Easter egg hidden in the text. Think of John 1:1 ("In the beginning was the Word") deliberately echoing Genesis 1:1. We also get into some of the harder questions. What do you do when the New Testament seems to use the Old Testament in ways that invert or even contradict the original meaning? And how did the Apostles read the Scriptures? Did the Old Testament authors actually know what they were writing? This episode is the kind of biblical theology content that feeds your soul and sharpens your mind. Don't miss it. 0:00 – Introduction 0:43 – Dr. Benjamin Gladd 1:47 – Connecting Scripture Study Bible 4:11 – Quotations vs. Allusions 11:08 – Identifying Intentional Allusions 22:07 – Irony in OT Use 26:16 – Typology Explained 33:06 – Apostolic Hermeneutics 47:48 – Authorial Intent Mystery 1:04:13 – Scripture Authority Debate 1:05:41 – Closing Thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖 BOOK https://a.co/d/0cQW4nYt Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Are most, if not all, unbelievers demonized? It sounds extreme. But Scripture might be less ambiguous about this than the modern church wants to admit. Most Christians default to one picture when they hear the word "demonized" - the Gadarene demoniac from Mark 5, a naked man in the tombs, chains broken, screaming at Jesus. That's a level 10. But the Bible describes demonic influence across a spectrum, and the passages we tend to skip suggest that every person outside of Christ is somewhere on it. Paul says the "god of this age" has blinded the minds of unbelievers (2 Corinthians 4:4). He describes Satan as the spirit actively at work in "the sons of disobedience" (Ephesians 2:2). John writes that "the whole world lies in the power of the evil one" (1 John 5:19). And in 1 Corinthians 10, Paul makes the explicit connection between idol worship and demon worship, which means that since everyone worships something before coming to Christ, no one gets a pass. This isn't a fringe charismatic idea. It's the Bible's own framework for understanding the spiritual condition of the lost. And if it's true, it changes everything: how we pray, how we evangelize, and what it means to walk someone out of darkness and into the kingdom. In this episode, we examine the biblical case and ask the most important follow-up question: what should believers actually be doing about it? 0:00 – Introduction 4:50 – Defining Demonization 8:46 – Possession vs. Oppression Spectrum 15:17 – Satan's Biblical Dominion 22:41 – Kingdom Transfer Scriptures 37:26 – Moral Responsibility Question 42:44 – Fear vs. Engagement 55:01 – Deliverance at Conversion? INTRO TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: 📚 https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when a charismatic prophet's own documented words contradict each other repeatedly, across years, in print and on video? Joshua Lewis and Michael Rowntree bring independent researcher Joshua Harris onto Remnant Radio to walk through the cumulative case on Jeremiah Johnson: prophetic inconsistency, documented plagiarism, and a pattern that the body of Christ needs to weigh carefully. Joshua Harris has spent months building a documented, timestamped case across multiple categories, and what he found goes far deeper than one bad prophecy or one misremembered detail.  This is the one-stop episode on everything regarding the allegations against Jeremiah Johnson: false prophecy, plagiarism, fabricated testimony, and what a leaked leadership meeting reveals about how Jeremiah is spinning the narrative behind closed doors. 0:00 – Introduction 5:28 – Trump Trumpet Prophecy 16:20 – Jeremiah's Response 22:18 – Boom in the Upper Room 39:14 – Josiah Johnson Plagiarism 43:47 – Lauren Sanford Plagiarism 52:23 – JD Hall Plagiarism 56:14 – Gift of Manasseh 1:09:07 – Elder Board Confrontations 1:25:20 – Leaked Leadership Meeting 1:43:14 – Response and Appeal Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What if your theology of deliverance has blind spots you haven't considered yet? Joshua Lewis, Michael Rowntree, and Michael Miller consider some provocative ideas about how the demonic operates, and then push back on each other to find solid ground. This is theology done with friends around a table. Not from a pulpit. These are hot takes, not finished doctrines - and that's the point. If you've ever felt theologically homeless between 'demons don't exist' and unaccountable, hyper-charismatic excess, this episode was made for you.  INTRODUCTION TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 🛒 SHOP MERCH https://theremnantradio.myshopify.com/ 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY:  • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What if the altar call you attended wasn't from God at all? And what if the spirit being imparted had nothing to do with the Holy Spirit? These aren't hypothetical questions, they're the testimonies of real believers who've come to us with real experiences. Joshua Lewis has spent over five years wrestling with an uncomfortable question: can a Christian receive a demonic impartation from a false teacher? In this episode, he lays out the biblical case, engages the hard testimonies, and refuses to give an easy answer, because the scriptures don't offer one. The goal of this episode isn't to make you afraid of every altar call. It's to make you fluent enough in the true gospel that you can tell the real thing from a counterfeit. Because the shield isn't fear -- it's the gospel itself. Know it well enough to recognize when someone is preaching another Jesus, another spirit, another gospel (2 Corinthians 11:4). That discernment could be the thing that keeps you free. 0:00 – Introduction 0:43 – Demonic Impartation Defined 1:59 – Syncretism in Charismatic Movement 4:42 – Courts of Heaven Examined 7:14 – Gnosticism & Altered States 8:42 – False Apostles, False Spirits 11:41 – Paul Cain Case Study 15:27 – Kenneth Copeland Warning 16:23 – Fellowship with Demons 18:32 – Luke 11 Reconsidered 21:12 – Gospel as Discernment Shield INTRO TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Millions of people just got a deep-dive on demonic oppression, generational curses, and exorcism from a Catholic exorcist on one of the biggest podcasts in America. We're taking a look at the conversation and seeing how these practices line-up with Scripture. Father Chad Ripperger is a Roman Catholic priest, theologian, philosopher, and exorcist serving in the Archdiocese of Denver, and founder of the Society of the Most Sorrowful Mother, a religious community dedicated to spiritual warfare, deliverance ministry, and traditional Catholic liturgy. His recent appearance on the Shawn Ryan Show wasn't a fringe internet moment, but drew millions of viewers.  The episode covered generational curses, ancestral spirits, and the structure of the demonic realm. Some of what Ripperger teaches resonates with Scripture, while some of it raises real questions worth reviewing.  We'll look at what the Bible actually says about this, where Catholic and Protestant deliverance ministries share common ground, and where they don't. 0:00 – Introduction 2:05 – Protestant vs. Catholic 4:17 – Curses and Oppression 9:27 – Cursed Media Debate 22:12 – Angelic Knowledge Claims 33:08 – Demon of Fear 45:03 – Occult Knowledge Downloads 56:15 – Delore: Demonic Pain 1:05:05 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

COLLABORATION: This episode was produced and hosted by the Wake Up and Win Podcast in collaboration with Mike Winger, Stephen Powell, and Michael Miller with Remnant Radio. Pastor Jake Kail publicly acknowledged that the scandal surrounding Jeremiah Johnson's plagiarism and false prophecies had merit. In a leaked call, the pastors network out of the North Georgia Revival responded with cover-up culture, siding with Jeremiah Johnson and rebuking Jake. Mike Winger, Blaise Foret, Michael Miller and Stephen Powell review this call and respond to why Jake Kail's post was biblical, according to 1 Timothy 5:20. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Are you raising your kids to survive the spiritual war or just survive Sunday school? Melissa Dougherty (apologist, author, and fellow YouTube creator) is back on Remnant Radio, and this time she's brought a children's gospel allegory and a straight-talking framework for raising kids who can actually defend their faith in the real world. Most Christian parents want to pass the faith to their kids, but somewhere between memorizing Psalm 23 and answering questions about dinosaurs and reincarnation, the strategy gets fuzzy. Melissa Dougherty, known for her work on new thought, new age, and Christian apologetics, brings her background in early childhood education to a conversation that every Christian parent needs to hear. We dig into the real challenge facing Christian parents today: how do you disciple kids in a world that is actively working to undo everything you teach them? Melissa offers practical wisdom for every parenting stage, from toddlers asking "Who made God?" to teenagers staring blankly through family devotion time.  Additionally, we discuss how to celebrate the resurrection with joy and intentionality, why Christians should be making a bigger deal of Easter than Christmas, and how to think through the Easter Bunny, Easter eggs, and commercial culture without either being legalistic or losing the point.  0:00 – Introduction 1:29 – Melissa Dougherty Background 2:32 – Brave Books Partnership 6:11 – Allegory & Gospel 13:06 – Human Sin Nature 19:44 – Teaching Kids Theology 27:44 – Family Devotions 39:14 – Easter & Resurrection 53:00 – Book & Closing ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖 BOOK https://bravebooks.us/products/the-day-that-made-the-way 📺 PREVIOUS EPISODE WITH MELISSA https://youtube.com/live/JQTWQ7j5SS0 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when secular clinicians start doing what Jesus commissioned His disciples to do? Licensed psychiatrists, psychologists and therapists are encountering something in their patients they can't fully explain: external entities that aren't part of the self, that want to destroy, torment, and deceive. What they're calling "unattached burdens," the body of Christ has been calling demons for two thousand years. Josh is joined by Michael Miller and guest David Fish to dig into Robert Falconer's book The Others Within Us. They discuss what happens when the clinical sciences start bumping into the supernatural. Robert Falconer is not a Christian and doesn't believe in demons - at least not officially. But in his book The Others Within Us, he documents something that every deliverance minister will recognize: external entities that enter traumatized people and set up shop. They come in through open wounds. They offer false comfort. They isolate. They destroy. And when you try to reason with them, they can't see anything true or good. He calls them Unattached Burdens. We call them demons. Same thing. We walk through Falconer's framework step by step, the Internal Family Systems model that underlies it, the diagnostic tests he uses to tell human "parts" from outside entities, and the clinical process he follows to try to remove them. It's genuinely impressive how much he gets right. And it's genuinely concerning because without the authority of Christ, without repentance, without the Holy Spirit, "secular exorcism" may be simply moving entities around more than casting them out. C.S. Lewis's "chronological snobbery" gets brought up for good reason: the ancient near east understood spiritual warfare better than the modern materialist west ever has. But the secular world is waking up. Insurance companies are covering Reiki. New Age and Wicca are exploding. The spiritual landscape is shifting fast, and the body of Christ needs to recover its authority in this space. 0:00 – Introduction 2:10 – Guest David Fish 9:44 – Robert Falconer's Framework 17:45 – Diagnosing UBs vs. Self 37:42 – How UBs Enter 41:31 – Secular Exorcism Methods 49:32 – Sending UBs Away 1:04:54 – Closing Thoughts INTRO TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

If you've been burned by the church, this episode is for you. Church hurt isn't rare, it isn't new, and it isn't evidence that something is uniquely broken in you. From prophetic words that never came to pass, to pastors who weaponized loyalty language, to leadership boards that protected predators instead of people, church hurt and spiritual abuse happen. Many believers are left sitting on the edges of the body of Christ, quietly debating whether walking back through those doors is even worth it. What makes this moment different is that people are no longer just recognizing these patterns at the national level. They're seeing them in their own local churches: the same cover-ups, the same gaslighting, the same spiritual abuse dressed up in theological language. And the question they're asking isn't just "what went wrong?" It's "how do I ever trust again?" In this episode, Joshua Lewis gives you the theological grounding to stop blaming yourself, the cultural and structural markers to help you spot a healthy church before you're two years deep in another painful situation, and the practical steps to walk back in - slowly, wisely, and without getting burned again.  If you or someone you love is theologically homeless right now or wondering how to find a healthy church, this one is worth your full attention. 0:00 – Introduction 0:15 – Church Hurt Narrative 5:24 – Disillusionment Defined 6:13 – Leadership Failures Normalized 10:12 – Enemy's Isolation Tactic 12:14 – Head vs. Heart Tension 13:27 – Nine Marks Overview 20:09 – Cultural Markers (Krueger) 27:28 – Finding a Healthy Church RESOURCES MENTIONED: 📖Nine Marks of a Healthy Church by Mark Dever https://a.co/d/01cz5F9t 📖Bully Pulpit by Michael Kruger https://a.co/d/081hfOmw 🌐9Marks Ministry: www.9marks.org Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Some deliverance practices will set people free. Others will make things worse. Can you tell the difference? Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller, and Michael Rowntree review and rank real deliverance ministry practices from biblical to dangerous so the body of Christ can stop guessing and start discerning. 0:00 – Introduction 2:50 – Ranking System Explained 4:50 – Interviewing for Spiritual History 8:48 – Inner Healing Before Deliverance 19:31 – Discerning of Spirits 21:50 – Binding and Loosing 28:39 – Commanding Spirits' Names 33:35 – Corporate Deliverance Prayer 45:15 – Praying in Tongues 47:27 – Renouncing Generational Curses 52:46 – Renouncing Occult Involvement 55:40 – Proxy Deliverance Ministry 1:01:09 – Inner Vows and Word Curses 1:04:27 – Closing Remarks INTRO TO DELIVERANCE MINISTRY: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-deliverance-ministry PLAYLISTS:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFG2ynSDtQTV6NcDuJtZteIv  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFGr5FPfkCgifaVLHznA2mZF   Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

The mainstream church doesn't want to talk about judgment, but the Bible won't stop. Dr. Tom Schreiner, one of the most respected New Testament scholars in the evangelical world and a professor at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, joins Remnant Radio for a straight-shooting conversation on what Scripture actually teaches about divine justice, eternal punishment, and why recovering this doctrine is urgent for the body of Christ right now. If you want to understand why divine justice is not God's dark side but His very goodness on display, this conversation is for you. 0:00 – Introduction 1:43 – Dr. Schreiner's Background 3:35 – Cultural Allergy to Judgment 8:07 – God's Holiness & Justice 11:19 – Wrath vs. Judgment 22:39 – Annihilationism vs. Eternal Conscious Punishment 39:09 – Jesus on Judgment 41:20 – Atonement & Propitiation 46:29 – Judgment as Vindication 50:03 – Justification & Works 56:02 – Assurance of Salvation Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Maybe history doesn't exactly repeat itself, but it does have a way of rhyming. In many charismatic spaces today, some of the most troubling patterns from pre-Reformation Rome have resurfaced, and the body of Christ deserves an honest conversation about it. As continuationists, we aren't here to tear down Spirit-filled Christianity, but rather protect it. In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua, Michael, and Michael walk through parallels between the errors of Rome and what we're seeing in charismatic church culture today. We'll cover the full spectrum: from the way extra-biblical practices have entered in to the church, to the devastating sexual immorality scandals that keep surfacing, to the cultural pressure that silences anyone who dares to question a prominent voice and more. If you've been burned by a church system that protected its brand over its people, this one's for you. If you're a charismatic believer who still believes in the gifts but can't ignore what you're seeing, we invite you to pull up a chair. 0:00 – Introduction 3:11 – Charismatic Self-Critique 8:40 – Papal Authority Parallels 25:07 – Unverified Miracle Claims 35:53 – Indulgences & Simony 46:42 – Extra-Biblical Practices 56:31 – Clergy as Mediators 1:05:18 – Sexual Immorality Parallels 1:09:54 – Silencing Dissent Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

The unseen battle is more real than most of us realize — and the Bible has a lot more to say about it than we've been taught. Dr. Joel Muddamalle, director of theology and research at Proverbs 31 Ministries, joins Joshua Lewis to unpack the cosmic spiritual warfare woven throughout Scripture — from the Garden of Eden to the cross of Christ. Drawing on his PhD research in biblical theology under Dr. Patrick Schreiner and the late Dr. Michael Heiser, Joel walks us through the divine council worldview, the two-family household of God, and why the supernatural rebellion described in Genesis 6 and Deuteronomy 32:8–9 isn't just ancient history — it's the backstory of the gospel itself. We cover: -Eden as the mountain of God and the original household of the divine council -The sons of God (Ben Elohim), the Nephilim, and what Genesis 6 is actually describing -The Tower of Babel, the scattering of nations, and the gods placed over them -How Christ's death, resurrection, and ascension disarms the rulers and authorities -What spiritual warfare actually looks like in the everyday life of a believer 0:00 – Introduction 4:10 – Book’s purpose 12:13 – Numb to supernatural 18:56 – Eden as temple 24:11 – God's two-family household 32:03 – “Let us” debate 42:43 – Genesis 6 Nephilim 54:00 – Ancient myths context 1:06:05 – Babel and nations 1:16:40 – Jesus and powers 1:29:50 – Spiritual warfare today 1:40:29 – Closing thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK https://a.co/d/0i4GE3x5 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Bethel Church has shut down the BSSM Alumni Facebook Group — a 5,000+ member community where former students had been raising concerns, sharing experiences, and asking for accountability. Now Bethel has issued a public statement. We read it. We talked about it. And we're not going to pretend it doesn't raise serious questions. To be clear, we're continuationists. We believe in the ongoing work of the Spirit. We want Spirit-filled churches to thrive, which is exactly why we care when transparency breaks down, when safe church processes get sidestepped, and when "move this to proper channels" starts to sound more like damage control than genuine pastoral care. What does real accountability look like when leadership is under scrutiny? Does centralizing these conversations protect the vulnerable or does it protect the institution? What does real repentance and meaningful accountability look like when leadership is under scrutiny? If you love the gifts of the Spirit and you love the Word, you already know these two things aren't in tension: a church can be Spirit-filled and biblically accountable. We're holding out for both. This conversation is for anyone who cares about charismatic theology, church reform, and building communities where the most vulnerable are protected - not silenced. 0:00 – Introduction 1:39 – Alumni Page Overview 3:36 – Reading Bethel's Statement 8:01 – Silencing Victims 14:14 – Ben Armstrong Investigation 18:42 – Double-Speak Exposed 22:01 – Path to Repentance Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

We've spent a lot of time talking about what biblical accountability looks like at the national level - Bethel, Shawn Bolz, Mike Bickle, Chris Reed, or Michael Brown to name a few - examining cover-up culture that protects powerful leaders while silencing victims. But here's the question we keep getting in the comments and in our inboxes: What do I do when it's happening in my own church? That's a harder question — and honestly, a more important one. In this episode, Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller, and Michael Rowntree come back to ground level: your actual local church, where you know these people, where your kids go to Sunday school, where you serve. What does Matthew 18 actually look like when you're sitting across the table from an elder who won't listen? When do you escalate? When do you leave? When do you go public following 1 Timothy 5 — and is that ever right for a layperson to do? We're walking through the biblical process step by step, giving you real categories for navigating one of the hardest situations a believer can face. This isn't about gossip, mob justice, or protecting institutions. It's about protecting people — and honoring the Word of God in the process. 0:00 – Introduction 3:10 – Local Church Exposure Questions 4:28 – Sins Requiring Public Exposure 15:37 – Handling Private Repentant Sin  26:00 – Matthew 18 Church Discipline 36:38 – Church Whistleblower Accountability 45:26 – 1 Timothy 5 Elders Discipline 52:38 – When to Go Public  54:45 – Leaving Abusive Church Leadership 1:00:23 – Dangers of Toxic Church Culture 1:01:35 – Healthy Repentance and Discipline Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Paul lists words of wisdom and words of knowledge in 1 Corinthians 12:8 alongside healings, miracles, prophecy, tongues, and interpretation. But he never defines them. That silence has sparked a real debate in the body of Christ, and in this episode Michael Rowntree works through it carefully. Are these giftings simply elevated Bible teaching, or are they something more? Are they specific, Spirit-initiated operations that reveal hidden things, provide supernatural guidance, and speak into real-life situations? Michael walks through the major interpretive positions, from cessationist scholars like Dr. Tom Schreiner to charismatic perspectives. He'll examine the biblical moments that make you stop: Jesus knowing the woman at the well's full story before she said a word (John 4:17–18). Peter confronting Ananias and Sapphira with information no one told him (Acts 5:1–11). Paul warning a ship's captain of coming disaster before a storm cloud appeared (Acts 27:9–10). Are those words of knowledge and words of wisdom in action? By the end you'll have working definitions of revelation, prophecy, word of knowledge, and word of wisdom. And you'll sit with Paul's deeper question: are we using these gifts to exalt Jesus and build up the body of Christ, or to build a platform for ourselves? 0:00 – Introduction 0:04 – Defining the question 0:34 – Reading 1 Corinthians 12 1:52 – Cessationist teaching view 3:17 – Contextual pushback 5:22 – Word of knowledge defined 6:15 – Word of wisdom defined 7:19 – Cluster of extraordinary gifts 8:24 – Knowledge under prophecy 11:05 – Blending gift categories 14:34 – Defining key terms 16:00 – Using gifts rightly 16:37 – Closing thoughts Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is “exposure ministry” biblical or just Christian gossip? In this episode of Remnant Radio, we dig into what the New Testament actually says about exposing sin, calling out false teachers, and practicing church discipline, and we ask the hard question: when does discernment become destruction of the body of Christ? We walk through passages like Ephesians 5, Matthew 18, and 1 Timothy 5 and explore: when does the Bible command us to bring things into the light, who is responsible to confront it, and what is the end goal—repentance, restoration, and protection of the flock, or outrage and entertainment? If you’ve ever wondered whether calling out false teachers online is a prophetic assignment or a fleshly hobby, this episode will help you think biblically and critically. 0:00 – Introduction 0:47 – Exposure vs Coverup Culture 4:42 – Biblical Theology Exposure Ministry 11:15 – Leaders Accountable Biblical Law 14:38 – Elders Duty Investigating Sin 18:04 – Communal Responsibility 21:14 – Culpability Remaining Silent  32:48 – Prophets Confronting Institutional Power 36:40 – Misapplying Matthew 18 Rebukes 39:13 – John the Baptist Public Rebukes 43:15 – Jesus Correcting Pharisees Publicly 52:08 – Paul Rebuking Peter  54:57 – Protecting the Flock  59:17 – Defining Slander  106:04 – Navigating Unhealthy Church Cultures 115:14 – Closing  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can you train someone in spiritual gifts? Joshua Lewis walks through why training doesn’t manufacture gifts of the Spirit, but rather creates a biblical, accountable community to discover and steward the spiritual gifts God has already given. If you’ve wondered how to grow in spiritual gifts without sliding into charismatic chaos, this episode will give you biblical categories, guardrails, and practical next steps. You’ll see why training in spiritual gifts is less about hype and more about cultivating a theologically serious, Jesus-centered community that pursues Christian theology with real accountability. 0:00 – Introduction 0:31 – What training isn’t 1:41 – Sovereign gifts explained 2:12 – Impartation, Paul’s role 2:51 – Rejecting unbiblical methods 3:45 – Training defined biblically 5:50 – Prophecy and healing model 6:12 – How God speaks 7:44 – Practicing prophecy safely 8:30 – Objections and schools 9:35 – Summary of training approach Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

How does the non-physical mind and spirit interact with the biological brain? We're jumping in to the fascinating intersection of neuroscience, Christian faith, and mental health with board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Karl Lehman,  author of Mind and Brain: Separate but Integrated.  Explore biblical evidence for the mind's independence from the brain—like near-death experiences and scriptural accounts of afterlife consciousness—while unpacking cutting-edge brain science on learned helplessness, OCD, depression, and trauma's impact on relational circuits.  0:00 – Introduction 3:48 – Book purpose: bridging science and faith 5:00 – Mind-brain distinction biblical basis 10:06 – Scientific evidence: NDEs 20:07 – Brain-mind interaction 26:21 – Reductionism critique 31:20 – Mind makes brain sick: learned helplessness 40:00 – OCD studies: bidirectional effects 46:48 – Brain issues and repentance 50:51 – Trauma healing example 55:36 – Inner healing dos/don’ts 1:00:03 – Troubleshooting blockages 1:09:54 – Biblical support for inner healing 1:29:50 – Closing and resources ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK: Mind and Brain: Separate but Integrated Digital: https://a.co/d/02KZRZXC Hardcover: https://humble-shack.myshopify.com/collections/immanuel-approach-dr-karl-lehman/products/mind-and-brain-separated-but-integrated Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

The scandals in the charismatic movement have us examining: what is the difference between cover up culture and exposure culture? What is the biblical response? How do we stay in the radical middle, fostering a culture of transparency and accountability that listens to victims and doesn't hide predators without developing a culture of witch hunt? Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller & Michael Rowntree explore biblical principles for a healthy church and practical steps to build cultures of transparency that honor Scripture. 0:00 – Introduction 3:29 – Defining Coverup Culture 4:37 – Anointing vs. Qualifications in Leadership 9:23 – King David, Saul, and Church Leadership Structures 17:04 – Mission and Vision Tied to Leaders 19:44 – Defining Exposure Culture and Ephesians 5:11 25:05 – Potential Dangers of Exposure Culture 29:34 – Failure Exploitation 34:04 – How Coverup Culture Views Congregants 40:45 – Whistleblowers as Accusers of the Brethren 45:16 – How Exposure Culture Views Victims 53:57 – Discipline in Coverup Culture 59:44 – When Public Exposure Is Necessary 1:03:58 – Exposure Equals Destruction 1:11:04 – Mob Justice and Cancel Culture 1:17:02 – Role of YouTubers in Church Correction Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

When the dust settles after spiritual abuse and public scandal, is any of this charismatic stuff actually real—or should you walk away from it all for good? Many believers are asking hard questions: “If so much has been falsified, are all prophecies fake? Are healings just wishful thinking? How do I trust again?” In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis, Michael Rowntree and Michael Miller open up as pastors and fellow survivors of charismatic fallout to help you process the pain without abandoning the work of the Spirit.​ The hosts will examine: -Can a “cheater” still give an accurate prophetic word? -How do we discern between genuine Christian prophecy, demonic counterfeits, and pure manipulation? -What do we do with verified healings or real words of knowledge that came through morally compromised ministries? -How do we honor spiritual gifts without platforming abusive leaders or building new celebrity cultures? This episode is deeply pastoral and aimed at those who feel spiritually disoriented, retraumatized, or jaded after charismatic abuse. If you’re struggling with charismatic ministry gone wrong, this is a safe space to process without being shamed for your doubts. You’ll hear how to move from gullibility, through cynicism, into true discernment—learning to separate God’s voice from human abuse, and the gifts of the Spirit from the sins of leaders. 0:00 – Introduction 1:53 – Pastoral scandal response 3:05 – Miller’s abuse testimony 4:00 – Josh’s prophetic trauma 7:18 – Gifts still real biblically 12:00 – Abuse across church offices 17:19 – Cheaters getting it right 19:48 – Four power sources 23:04 – Don’t trust exposed prophets 28:16 – Ordinary means of grace 30:56 – Healing and discernment process 36:01 – Submit gifts to God 39:18 – Final pastoral encouragement Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Danny Silk just dropped a statement to his Loving on Purpose community owning up to his mishandling of Shawn Bolz's abuses. But did his apology level up to repentance? Is it too little too late? We'll review his statement, acknowledging what he got right while also calling out where deeper heart change is still needed. We'll discuss leadership accountability, "honor culture," spiritual failures, and what true biblical restoration looks like. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

This week on Remnant Radio, we’re tackling some of the questions received from our recent Remnant Conference "Growing in the Gifts." We’re diving into topics related to spiritual gifts submitted by RemCon attendees. Get ready for biblical insights, practical answers, and a dynamic discussion that will empower your faith. 0:00 – Introduction 2:11 – Conference Stories and Healings 4:47 – Holy Spirit Bombs?  11:48 – Apostles in Five-Fold Ministry 15:54 – False Prophet vs. Mistake 20:30 – Spiritual Gifts Changing 25:24 – Healing from Spiritual Abuse 30:58 – Prophecy in Corporate Setting 38:08 – Tongues and Interpretation 42:34 – Heavenly vs. Earthly Tongues 45:41 – 1 Corinthians 13 Gifts Cease Discussion 49:30 – Repentance for Deliverance? 53:23 – Relating to Holy Spirit as Mother 59:05 – Closing  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Have you been praying the Lord's Prayer all wrong? We sit down with Brad Gray and Brad Nelson from Walking The Text to discuss their book Bringing Heaven Here and their cinematic feature film on the Lord's Prayer. And trust us, this isn't your Sunday school recap. Our conversation explores the historical, geographical, and biblical context of the most familiar prayer in Christian theology, revealing layers you've probably never noticed: Exodus connections, first-century Jewish cosmology, the kingdom of God as spiritual warfare, and why Jesus structured this prayer as the blueprint for kingdom living. Turns out, the Lord's Prayer isn't just something to recite—it's a declaration of war against the forces of darkness and a daily roadmap for partnering with God's mission on earth. We explore how "Our Father in the heavens" (yes, that's plural!) connects to ancient Israelite cosmology, why the kingdom of God is the heartbeat of Jesus's ministry, and how every line of this prayer maps onto Christ's life and mission. We'll also tackle spiritual warfare from a biblical perspective, challenging both hyper-charismatic extremes and the dangerous denial that evil is real. If you've ever felt stuck between "there's a demon behind every bush" and "spiritual warfare isn't really a thing," this episode will recalibrate your understanding. Plus, we get into the nerdy stuff: the Didache's instruction to pray this three times a day, the connection between the Shema and daily prayer rhythms, how liturgy functions as operating software for the soul, and why the Sermon on the Mount is structured with the Lord's Prayer at its center.  If you've been treating the Lord's Prayer like a religious formality, prepare to have your mind blown. This is about joining Jesus in the mission of bringing heaven to earth—pushing out chaos, advancing God's rule and reign, and living with eyes wide open to the war unfolding around us. 0:00 – Introduction 5:35 – Why create a book on the Lord's Prayer 8:34 – The Lord's Prayer as blueprint for life 14:24 – How the prayer condenses Jesus's ministry 23:16 – "Our Father" and the Exodus 4 connection 31:38 – "In the Heavens": Ancient Jewish cosmology 44:54 – Spiritual warfare and advancing God's kingdom 55:46 – Resources and closing ABOUT THE GUESTS: 🎬 FILM: https://www.angel.com/movies/lords-prayer 📖 BOOK: https://a.co/d/fBY6i8a 📺 TV SERIES: https://thesacredthread.com/ 🌐 WEBSITE: TheLordsPrayer.com Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What does the charismatic movement look like after the fallout from Bethel, IHOP, and Hillsong and prominent figures like Shawn Bolz, Todd White, Todd Bentley and Dr. Michael Brown? What comes next for those who still believe the Spirit moves today? Join us as we address the collapse of major charismatic institutions and leaders, and the pathway to rebuilding something better. As continuationists who believe in the biblical continued use of spiritual gifts, we're asking the hard questions from inside the house: What went wrong? How did movements that claimed to champion the Holy Spirit end up producing so much spiritual abuse, financial scandal, and theological compromise? We'll explore the theological foundations that cracked under pressure, the celebrity culture that replaced accountability, and the prophetic voices that missed the mark.  But this isn't just an autopsy, rather it's a blueprint for renewal. We're laying out what a reformed charismatic movement could look like: one anchored in biblical theology, marked by genuine accountability, and free from the hype-driven circus that's dominated the landscape. How do we reclaim the authentic work of the Holy Spirit while rejecting the excesses? What safeguards need to be in place to prevent future scandals? And how can local churches cultivate Spirit-filled ministry without falling into the same traps? We'll discuss practical steps forward—from restoring biblical eldership and testing prophetic words against Scripture, to dismantling the celebrity pastor industrial complex and prioritizing character over charisma. This is about building a culture that's sustainable, scriptural, and spiritually healthy for the next generation. ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 🛒 SHOP MERCH https://theremnantradio.myshopify.com/ 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY:  • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Who is the mysterious “Angel of the LORD” who keeps showing up all over the Old Testament—and why does he talk, act, and receive worship as if he is God Himself? In this episode, Joshua Lewis walks through key Old Testament passages to argue that the Angel of the LORD is not a created angel at all, but the pre-incarnate Son of God, Jesus Christ, appearing long before Bethlehem. From Hagar in the wilderness, to Abraham on Mount Moriah, to Moses at the burning bush, to Gideon in the wine press, these Old Testament stories form a consistent pattern: this Angel carries the divine name, makes covenant promises, swears by Himself, declares “I am the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob,” accepts worship and sacrifice, and is recognized as Yahweh—with no correction from Scripture. Josh carefully exegetes key passages like Genesis 16, Genesis 22, Exodus 3, and Judges 6, showing how the biblical authors themselves move seamlessly between “the Angel of the LORD” and “Yahweh,” presenting one divine being in more than one person. Along the way, we explore how this fits within Christian theology, biblical prophecy, and the developing revelation of the Trinity. How can God the Father be “invisible” and yet God is repeatedly seen in the Old Testament? How does the New Testament’s teaching that the Son is “the image of the invisible God” resolve this tension? And what does it mean for spiritual warfare, for covenant, and for our reading of the entire Bible if Jesus has been present and active in redemptive history from the very beginning? If you’re hungry for a deeper dive into Christian theology, Old Testament theophanies, and the identity of the Angel of the LORD as the pre-incarnate Christ, this episode will help you see Jesus woven all through the story of Israel - speaking, saving, commissioning, judging, forgiving, and revealing the Father long before the incarnation. 00:00 – The Mystery of the Angel of the LORD Introduced 01:55 – The Angel of the LORD as the Pre-Incarnate Son of God (Thesis) 02:14 – Genesis 16: The Angel of the LORD Appears to Hagar 06:13 – Genesis 22: The Angel swears by Himself to Abraham 09:08 – Exodus 3: The Angel in the Burning Bush 12:11 – Judges 6: The Angel Commissions Gideon 17:56 – Summary: What the Angel Does Only God Can Do 18:47 – The Son as the Image of the Invisible God 20:06 – Jesus Has Always Been Present in God’s Story Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Did Bethel Church actually repent over the Shawn Bolz scandal? In this episode of The Remnant Radio, we carefully examine the public statements and actions of Bethel Church leadership—including Bill Johnson, Kris Vallotton, and Danny Silk—to determine whether their response represents genuine biblical repentance or merely institutional damage control. From questions of prophetic accountability and false prophecy to the broader credibility of charismatic theology, this conversation aims to help believers think clearly, biblically, and sober-mindedly about what true repentance looks like in church leadership. We walk step-by-step through what Bethel leaders said, what they admitted, what they failed to address, and how their response compares to the biblical standard for repentance, confession, and restoration. We also interact with the wider conversation sparked by Mike Winger and others, exploring how prophecy abuse and leadership silence can damage trust in the church and distort the witness of the gospel. As continuationists who affirm the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit, we believe accountability is not an attack on the charismatic movement—it is essential to its integrity. Critical Questions Discussed: -Is Bethel's apology genuine or just PR spin?​ -What does biblical restoration require beyond saying "I'm sorry"?​ -Why did it take Mike Winger's exposé for leadership to act?​ -What about Kenneth Copeland, The Passion Translation, and other concerning endorsements?​ -How can churches protect victims while reconciling fallen leaders to the body of Christ? Our goal is not to tear down, but to tell the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15), to test everything and hold fast to what is good (1 Thessalonians 5:21), and to call the Church to holiness, transparency, and faithfulness to Christ. If you care about sound theology, responsible use of spiritual gifts, and protecting God’s people from spiritual harm, this conversation is for you. Special thanks to the Bethel alumni who held their leaders accountable—your faithfulness in speaking truth in love catalyzed this moment of repentance. This could be a watershed moment for the charismatic movement if genuine fruit follows these words. 0:00 – Introduction 2:04 – Context and Prior Bethel Concerns 13:23 – Bethel's Response  23:23 – Kris Vallotton's Personal Disclosure 30:28 – The Jezebel Passage Misinterpretation 33:34 – Bethel's New Core Values  38:10 – Bethel Issues That Remain Unaddressed 49:03 – Bill Johnson's Repentance Message 1:00:40 – Bill Johnson's TBN Interview Mistake 1:17:43 – Danny Silk's Email  1:34:05 – Final Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What does biblical prophecy with integrity actually look like? In a charismatic landscape riddled with false prophecies and manipulation, the Remnant Radio crew is calling the Church back to accountable, Christ-centered prophetic ministry. Join Joshua Lewis, Michael Rowntree, and Michael Miller as they lay out a roadmap for practicing spiritual gifts with character, biblical grounding, and zero tolerance for spiritual abuse. This isn't just another critique of charismatic excess—it's a solution. The hosts dive deep into prophetic integrity at three critical levels: local church ministry, conference settings, and national prophetic words. Discover practical frameworks for training believers in the gift of prophecy, establishing accountability systems, and creating environments where the Holy Spirit can move without manipulation or data mining scandals. What You'll Learn: -What the democratization of the Holy Spirit means   -How to implement prophetic accountability in your local church, including recording prophecies and establishing prayer teams -The crucial difference between a missed prophecy and a false prophet -Why national prophetic words should be the exception, not the norm -Guardrails to prevent spiritual abuse through prophetic manipulation -Biblical examples of prophetic training (Samuel, the 72 elders, Acts 21:4) The Remnant hosts explore 1 Corinthians 14, Acts 2, Numbers 11, and other key scriptures while sharing real stories from their own ministry experiences. They're not afraid to call out abuses while also casting vision for what healthy prophetic culture could look like in the body of Christ. Whether you're a cessationist questioning if spiritual gifts are real, a charismatic burned by prophetic abuse, or a pastor wanting to cultivate the gifts in your congregation, this episode offers a balanced, biblically-sound approach to prophetic ministry that honors both the power of the Spirit and the authority of Scripture. 0:00 – Introduction 1:33 – Why Prophetic Integrity Matters 6:29 – Prophetic Integrity in Local Churches 11:16 – Democratization of the Holy Spirit 20:02 – Establishing Prophetic Teams and Training 27:44 – Prophetic Values and Weighing Words 43:15 – Handling Missed Prophecies and Accountability 48:42 – Prophetic Integrity at Conferences 56:40 – National Prophetic Words and Accountability Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can science actually PROVE God exists? Dr. Antony Latham joins us to explore how the cosmos, consciousness, and the complexity of life all point to divine design—and why the Big Bang might be Christianity's best friend. In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis sits down with retired physician and author Dr. Antony Latham to tackle one of the most critical questions facing believers today: Does science contradict Christian faith, or does it actually confirm it? From his own journey as a teenage skeptic who lost faith studying evolution to becoming a Christian in Kenya and diving deep into biology, consciousness, and cosmology, Antony brings a unique perspective that bridges the gap between the lab and the sanctuary.​ What We Discuss: -The Big Bang & Biblical Creation  -Fine-Tuning of the Universe -The Cambrian Explosion -Consciousness & the Soul  -Moral Law & Objective Beauty  -Miracles & an Open Universe  Whether you're wrestling with doubts about faith and science, or you're looking for solid apologetic tools to strengthen your biblical worldview, this conversation will equip you with evidence-based answers rooted in both Scripture and scientific discovery.  0:00 - Introduction 1:04 - From Skeptic to Scientist to Believer 5:13 - Big Bang: Friend or Foe to Christian Faith? 9:20 - Fine-Tuning Arguments & Cosmological Evidence 12:17 - String Theory & Multiple Universe Objections 14:03 - The Exquisite Precision of Universal Constants 15:37 - God of the Gaps Argument Addressed 17:04 - Origin of Life & Irreducible Complexity 19:30 - Old Earth Creation & Genesis Interpretation 22:56 - The Cambrian Explosion & Fossil Record 28:03 - Reading Genesis 1 Poetically & Theologically 31:17 - Consciousness & Evidence for the Immaterial Soul 35:17 - Moral Objectivity, Beauty, & Free Will 41:02 - Mind-Body Dualism & Christian Worldview 43:03 - Taking Back Science for the Kingdom ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖Book: "When I Consider Your Heavens: How Science and Philosophy Lead Us to God" https://a.co/d/i4VyGpT Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when leaders stay silent about abuse? In this episode, the Remnant Radio hosts—Joshua Lewis, Michael Rowntree, and Michael Miller—break down Mike Winger's explosive six-hour investigation into Shawn Bolz and the devastating coverup culture plaguing charismatic Christianity.​ The hosts dive deep into the evidence Mike Winger presented showing how Shawn Bolz faked prophetic words through data mining, committed sexual misconduct, and how Bethel Church leadership knew about it for years but failed to warn their own congregation. This isn't just disappointing—it's dangerous. When victims suffered devastating consequences from fraudulent prophecies, where was the public accountability?​  Joshua, Michael, and Michael also respond to Kris Vallotton's recent sermon that many see as damage control rather than genuine accountability. They examine his claims about social media fake news, family confidentiality, and shepherding complexity—but find these arguments fall short of biblical standards for church discipline.​  This episode tackles critical questions every Christian needs to wrestle with:  -What does biblical prophecy actually look like versus manipulation and fraud?​  -When should church leaders publicly expose false prophets and abusers?​  -How do we balance mercy with justice against deception?​  -What does 1 Timothy 5:19-20 require when multiple witnesses come forward?​  Whether you're navigating charismatic theology, concerned about spiritual abuse, or simply want to understand what biblical accountability looks like in the modern church, this episode provides crucial insights. EXTRA LINKS: Mike Winger episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GH05S53QlY0&t=14543s Bethel Sermon: Starts at 1:41:36 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s25IuN0oDrs 0:00 – Introduction 0:51 – Overview of Mike Winger's Investigation & Kris Vallotton's Response 3:48 – Background on Victims 5:38 – Timeline of Bethel's Knowledge  9:50 – Analysis of Kris Vallotton's Speech: Complexities of Shepherding Claim 22:04 – Critique of "Everyone Has a Platform" and Fake News Narrative 27:03 – Evaluating the "No Family Talks Anymore" Defense 34:26 – The Problem of Breaking Confidentiality vs. Protecting Victims 43:58 – "Innocent Until Proven Guilty" and the Investigation Excuse 55:17 – Using Judas and Broken People as Justification 1:10:04 – Were the Prophetic Words Valid? Addressing Nuance vs. Deflection 1:21:04 – Revelation 2:20 and Tolerating Jezebel: A Self-Defeating Argument Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

The 2026 prophecies are out! We're putting those 'words for the year' under the biblical microscope, examining whether the predictions hold water or if they're just repackaged headlines with spiritual wrapping paper. Cindy Jacobs, James Goll, Bishop Joseph Garlington, Samuel Robinson, Kevin Zadai, and Rick Renner have released prophecies shaping how millions of Christians view 2026. But are these genuine revelations from God, or carefully crafted statements vague enough to always land somewhere close to "right"? The Remnant Radio hosts are digging into Scripture to test these prophecies with discernment, wisdom, and solid biblical theology.​​ The Bible gives clear instructions to test prophetic words (1 Thessalonians 5:20-21, 1 John 4:1). True biblical prophecy isn't about vague predictions that sound spiritual. The team will examine whether these prophecies contain revelation from God or enough wiggle room to never technically be wrong. True biblical prophecy isn't about farming the news cycle and repeating what is already known. The hosts will examine whether the claims are already being discussed in public forums. And true biblical prophecy doesn't come from a false prophet - someone who leads people away from Christ through their words or actions (Deut 13:1-5). This is where proper theology and discernment separates genuine revelation from religious performance. Whether you follow these prophetic voices or you're skeptical of the modern prophetic movement, this episode will challenge your thinking about biblical prophecy and evaluating spiritual claims. The guys aren't here to mock—they're here to do what Scripture calls every believer to do: test everything, hold fast to what is good, and protect the flock from deception. 0:00 – Introduction 2:16 – Purpose for reviewing prophecies 4:39 – Rick Renner's 2026 prophecy review 18:29 – Kevin Zadai's 2026 prophecy review 30:34 – Apostolic Council of Prophetic Elders review 38:44 – Critique of Hebrew calendar usage 39:06 – Discussion of political elements in prophetic words 46:03 – Closing remarks  EXTRA LINKS: Joshua Harris Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBUwSNh-r0w RR Passion Translation Episode with Mike Winger: https://youtube.com/live/sDN_50tW1lc Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when well-meaning advice becomes another layer of trauma? Michael Rowntree unpacks the book of Job to reveal how our responses to suffering people can either deepen their pain or become a pathway to healing—and why the hardest lesson might be learning when to simply sit in silence. Drawing from biblical wisdom and modern trauma therapy principles, this episode explores the dangerous beliefs that blame victims for their suffering, the common Christian platitudes that intensify pain rather than heal it, and the revolutionary practice of presence over advice. You'll discover why seven days of silence proved more helpful than lengthy speeches, how to make space for extreme emotions without condemnation, and why accepting mystery is sometimes the most honest response to suffering. Whether you're a pastor, counselor, friend, or simply someone who wants to minister compassion effectively, this teaching will transform how you approach hurting people. Michael challenges prosperity gospel thinking and retribution theology while offering a tender, Christ-centered alternative rooted in wisdom about how God's people should bear one another's burdens. The ministry of presence. The freedom to lament. Honoring complexity. These aren't just counseling techniques—they're reflections of how Jesus himself approached the broken and bruised. This is trauma-informed care as God designed it. 0:00 – Introduction 2:00 – Don't Try to Explain Their Suffering 4:02 – Don't Blame Victims 7:16 – Be Slow to Advise 9:20 – Offer the Ministry of Presence 10:49 – Make Space for Lament 13:42 – Honor the Complexity of Pain Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Kat Kerr claims she's been caught up to heaven multiple times, and her latest "revelation" involves deceased conservative activist Charlie Kirk now residing in a mansion, eating ice cream, and wielding thousands of arrows to dispel darkness on earth. She also says saints like Oral Roberts work in Jesus's "headquarters" distributing money and ideas to the living through a crystal ball. But here's the question: Does any of this line up with what the Bible actually teaches about heaven, the afterlife, and spiritual warfare? When prophecies don't come true and platforms keep amplifying these voices, what does that do to the credibility of the charismatic movement? In this episode, we unpack the biblical, theological, and practical problems with these claims. We examine what Scripture says about necromancy, testing prophecy, and false prophets in the church. This isn't about being harsh—it's about protecting Christian theology and ensuring genuine prophetic ministry can thrive. We're charismatic Christians who believe in spiritual gifts including prophecy, tongues and healing—but Scripture commands us to test every prophetic word. ​ The charismatic movement needs discernment more than ever. If we want biblical prophecy and genuine spiritual warfare to thrive, we must reject false prophets who prioritize fanciful visions over Scripture. Join us as we defend Christian theology while practicing the gifts of the Spirit with biblical integrity. 0:00 – Introduction 1:07 – Who Is Kat Kerr and Why Testing Prophecy Matters 6:38 – Video 1: Charlie Kirk in Heaven 20:52 – Video 1 Analysis 35:22 – Video 2: More Charlie Kirk Claims 50:12 – Biblical Analysis: No Grief in Heaven? 55:27 – The Danger of False Hope 1:00:00 – Final Thoughts and Closing Warnings PROPHECY REVIEWS: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFHAxEWVUTMiJvLHWHF7hOE1 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is trauma-informed counseling biblical—or is it undermining the sufficiency of Scripture? In this episode of Remnant Radio, we take a careful, biblical look at trauma-informed care, responding to recent critiques from pastors, biblical counselors, and theologians who argue that trauma-informed counseling is harming the church. Some claim that if Christians would simply repent, trust Jesus, and obey Scripture, trauma-informed approaches would be unnecessary—or even dangerous. So how should Christians think about trauma, trauma-informed counseling, and trauma-informed therapy? In Part One of this two-part discussion, we begin by defining trauma and trauma-informed care, ensuring we are speaking clearly and accurately. We then distinguish between trauma-informed pastoral counseling and trauma-informed therapy, including approaches such as EMDR, somatic experiencing, internal family systems, and polyvagal-informed therapy. We examine whether trauma-informed counseling is supported by Scripture by turning to the Book of Job, one of the Bible’s most extensive treatments of suffering, trauma, and pastoral response. Job’s condemnation of his friends as “miserable comforters” provides a sobering warning against theologically misinformed counsel that intensifies suffering rather than alleviating it. This episode also addresses key theological concerns, including: -The sufficiency of Scripture for salvation and sanctification -The doctrine of common grace and its relationship to medicine, psychology, and therapy -Whether trauma-informed care excuses sin or undermines repentance -How physiological trauma responses differ from sinful anxiety -Whether modern psychology should ever be subordinate to biblical authority Part Two will move into practical application, offering a biblical framework for trauma-informed care that upholds Scripture, guards against theological compromise, and equips pastors, counselors, and Christians to care well for those who have suffered trauma. To be released next week! 0:00 – Introduction 0:10 – Public Critiques of Trauma-Informed Care 1:53 – Defining Trauma 3:16 – Defining Trauma-Informed Care 4:29 – Is Trauma-Informed Counsel Biblical? 7:39 – Three Ways Trauma-Informed Care Goes Wrong 10:26 – Is Trauma-Informed Therapy Biblical? 12:01 – The Sufficiency of Scripture 15:20 – God Gives Common Grace 19:41 – Common Grace and Obedience 21:48 – Conclusion Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

This episode dives into the high-profile prophetic words for 2025 released by Cindy Jacobs and the Apostolic Council of Prophetic Elders—and asks the hard question: what actually came to pass, and what didn’t? In this Remnant Radio conversation, Joshua Lewis, Michael Rowntree, and Michael Miller walk through the major 2025 prophecies from Cindy Jacobs and ACPE, examining themes like national shaking, global conflict, economic turbulence, spiritual warfare, and calls to intercession and repentance. Using Scripture as the plumb line, they explore how Christians should approach national-level prophetic words, how to test them, and what it really means to practice prophetic accountability in the local church and the broader body of Christ. The guys discuss the tension between honoring prophetic ministry and refusing to give in to spiritual hype, asking honest questions about what to do when timing, details, or outcomes don’t match what was proclaimed.  If you care about Christian theology, charismatic gifts, and the future of prophetic ministry, this episode will help you think more clearly about modern prophecy, discernment, and integrity in the prophetic movement. Join the dialogue as Remnant Radio continues to pursue that radical middle—fully open to the Holy Spirit, fully anchored in the Word. Reviewing Prophecies Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFHAxEWVUTMiJvLHWHF7hOE1 0:00 – Introduction  4:30 – Psalm 25 and numerology-based themes for 2025 6:44 – “Reset of the nations” and Trump as “wartime president”  10:38 – War intensifying, spiritual warfare framing, and burdens on intercessors 15:03 – Strategic-level spiritual warfare and worship/Tabernacle of David critique 26:28 – “Enforcing victory,” economic collapse warnings, and Haman’s sons as “principalities” 48:11 – Israel, eschatology, and nationalism in prophetic words 1:07:41 – Final exhortations on testing prophecy Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Ever feel like your church calendar skips straight from Christmas cheer to Easter celebration—missing something crucial in between? You're not alone, and Lent might be the answer. Join Joshua Lewis and author Elyse Fitzpatrick to understand why Lent matters for every believer—not just the high church crowd. Elyse shares her transformative Ash Wednesday experience during the pandemic and why spending 40 days reflecting on Christ's suffering changed everything about her faith. This isn't about earning brownie points with God through religious rituals. It's about understanding that before glory comes suffering—and why Western Christianity desperately needs to recover this truth. Elyse unpacks how fasting reveals our weakness so we can rest in Christ's strength, and why biblical lament looks nothing like hopeless despair. This conversation challenges our therapeutic, comfort-obsessed culture. Discover why the church calendar isn't just liturgical tradition—it's discipleship that keeps Christ's life and work constantly before our eyes. Learn how to practice godly lament, embrace voluntary weakness, and find hope in the wilderness seasons of life. In This Episode: -Why low-church Christians should care about Lent and the church calendar -The difference between fasting for merit versus fasting for remembrance -How to practice biblical lament with resurrection hope -Why American Christianity avoids suffering and what we lose because of it -The hidden grief of Palm Sunday and burned palm branch symbolism -Balancing community service with personal solitude during Lent 0:00 – Introduction 3:07 – What is Lent and Why Does it Matter? 8:54 – The Experience of Ash Wednesday 15:12 – Jesus in the Wilderness and Voluntary Weakness 27:13 – Why "Friend of Sinners"? 34:42 – Understanding Healthy Christian Lament 42:34 – Palm Sunday Triumph and Weeping 51:03 – Closing Thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖 BOOK: https://a.co/d/52RzKOh Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

In this episode of Remnant Radio, we debunk the“prophetic words” from Jeremiah Johnson. Joined by guest co-host JonMark Baker with the Minor Prophets Podcast and Michael Miller, we clarify up front that this is not a cessationist critique—everyone on the panel affirms and practices continuationist gifts, including prophecy. Our aim is to model biblical “testing and weighing” (1 Cor. 14:29; 1 Thess. 5:19–22) for the health of the church. We walk through multiple clips from Johnson’s “2025” prophecy, assessing whether the claims are genuinely prophetic, testable, and rooted in sound exegesis—or whether they function as “words of obvious,” built from current events and broadly plausible predictions. We also address methodological red flags, including numerology-style reasoning, vague claims that cannot be meaningfully verified, and the way certain segments appear to preempt criticism by framing accusations as “Leviathan” twisting words. Along the way, we discuss the importance of judging not only the content of a prophetic word but also the prophet’s credibility and fruit, especially when public prophecy has a track record of harm, manipulation, or failed predictions. How to Test Prophecy Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFHAxEWVUTMiJvLHWHF7hOE1  Join the conversation, test everything, and hold fast to what is good. 00:00 Introduction 02:15 Why charismatics must test prophecy 04:30 How bad prophecy damages the church 07:15 Trump as a “wartime president” prophecy 10:05 Assassination warnings and predictable claims 11:55 Israel conflict prophecy evaluated 12:50 Candace Owens “Spirit of Jehu” prophecy 14:40 Kanye West prophecy that backfired 16:15 Mike Bickle and “passing the crown” prophecy 19:05 Explaining “words of obvious” 20:55 Can this be Googled? Testing modern prophecy 24:00 Numbers 25 and Matthew 25 for 2025 25:45 Sexual sin prophecy and obvious trends 27:10 Misusing Mephibosheth in prophecy 31:00 Allegations of spiritual manipulation 33:45 Bob Gladstone and the Charlotte church plant 37:15 Failed accountability and oversight 49:35 Increasing angelic activity claims 51:10 Leviathan, accusation, and twisting words 54:40 Does this prophecy point to Christ or the prophet? 57:45 Biblical tests for false prophecy (Jeremiah 23 & 28) 01:00:30 Public prophecy versus local church prophecy 01:03:45 Why we are not against prophecy 01:05:00 The cost of untested prophetic celebrity 01:06:30 Final takeaways and call to discernment Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when the power of the Holy Spirit collides with the chaos of American politics? Join Joshua Lewis as he sits down with historian Molly Worthen to explore her book Spellbound, which traces the fascinating and often controversial story of charisma—both spiritual and political—from Puritan prophets to modern-day leaders like Donald Trump. We explore the tension between institutional authority and personal revelation that has defined American Christianity and culture for centuries. Discover how figures like Anne Hutchinson challenged Puritan ministers by claiming direct assurance from the Holy Spirit, how George Whitefield revolutionized preaching with theatrical emotion, and how Joseph Smith blended enlightenment rationalism with spiritual experience to birth Mormonism. Professor Worthen, a historian at UNC Chapel Hill, reveals how charismatic leaders aren't always the charming orators we imagine—instead, they're polarizing storytellers who invite followers into transcendent narratives that give suffering and struggle cosmic significance. We explore the dangerous line between prophetic truth and spiritual manipulation, examining everyone from radical Quaker Benjamin Lay to Martin Luther King Jr., and asking the crucial question: how do we test the spirits in an age of radical individualism? Whether you're fascinated by church history, concerned about discernment in charismatic movements, or trying to understand the spiritual undercurrents shaping our political moment, this episode offers essential insights into how divine power—or the claim to it—has shaped the American experiment. 0:00 – Introduction 0:46 – Molly's background and ministry 4:49 – Defining charisma 20:11 – Anne Hutchinson & Puritan Massachusetts 30:00 – Donna Beatrice & the Congo rebellion 36:25 – George Fox & the Quaker movement 44:01 – George Whitefield & emotional preaching 50:28 – Charisma & American individualism 54:05 – Joseph Smith & the Mormon church 1:00:14 – Closing thoughts on charisma & discernment ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK https://a.co/d/e9yLtGC Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

In this end-of-year episode, the Remnant Radio crew breaks down prophetic declarations given at the start of 2025, comparing them against real-world events and spiritual markers we've witnessed throughout the year. We'll discuss the hits, the misses, and the "jury's still out" moments with honesty and biblical integrity. Our goal is to uphold the standard Scripture gives us for testing prophecy and holding modern prophets accountable to God's Word. We'll explore critical questions every believer should ask: How do we properly test prophetic words according to 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21? What separates genuine prophetic insight from wishful thinking or cultural commentary? How should the body of Christ respond when prophecies don't come to pass? And what does biblical discernment look like in an age of viral prophetic declarations? Whether you're navigating the prophetic movement, curious about spiritual gifts, or simply want to grow in biblical discernment, this episode offers practical wisdom rooted in Scripture. We're committed to honoring authentic moves of the Holy Spirit while maintaining the accountability that protects God's people from deception. As we close out 2025, join us for an honest conversation about prophecy, discernment, and what it means to test everything and hold fast to what is good. 0:00 – Introduction 3:26 – Theology of prophecy and why we review national words 8:20 – Tomi Arayomi’s prophecy 28:34 – Kay Nash prophecy 45:59 – Emma Stark / Sam Robertson prophecy 57:30 – Closing thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

We believe that the balance, or as we call it the "radical middle" between Word and Spirit isn't found through treating them like opposing forces. Rather, it's found through pursuing both fully and deeply. We want the full counsel of the Word of God. We want you to be biblically literate, equipped to rightly divide the Word for yourself. We also want the Holy Spirit to move in power, unhindered and unquenched in our lives, and we want you to see His miraculous power at work. It's easy to feel theologically homeless when you have a hunger for the Word, an appreciation for church history and liturgy, yet see the lack of spiritual depth in many churches. We also know how stifling it can feel to know there is more to experience of God's power in your life, but have so few balanced voices to learn from. The Remnant Radio was born out of our own hunger for challenging conversations,  theological depth, and a desire to experience all that God has for us!  Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can theological debates destroy Christian unity? In this raw, unfiltered conversation, we sit down with Jon Moffitt (Theocast) and Doug Van Dorn (Reformed Fringe) to discuss one of the more controversial splits in the Reformed world—and what it reveals about how we handle disagreement in the body of Christ.  Jon and Doug open up about their journey exploring the spiritual realm, the divine council, and the angel of the Lord—topics that sparked fierce opposition within their own theological circles. What began as thoughtful biblical exploration turned into accusations of heresy, demands for public repentance, and ultimately, painful separation from longtime friends and ministry partners. This isn't just another theology debate. It's a sobering look at how pride, fear, and miscommunication can fracture Christian unity, even among believers who share the same core convictions. Jon and Doug discuss the Grace Reformed Network controversy, the role of Michael Heiser's work in Reformed circles, and why talking about angels and spiritual warfare became so divisive. We dive deep into questions that matter: How should Christians handle theological disagreements? When does doctrinal clarity become doctrinal gatekeeping? And how do we fight for truth without destroying the very unity Christ prayed for ? Whether you're Reformed, charismatic, or somewhere in between, this conversation offers crucial lessons about humility, spiritual warfare, and the cost of standing for what you believe. The real enemy isn't the brother who disagrees with you—it's the one who wants to see the church divided. Join Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller, Jon Moffitt, and Doug Van Dorn for a conversation about Christian theology, biblical interpretation, spiritual warfare, church unity, and what happens when good men disagree. 0:00 – Introduction 7:12 – The (Reformed) Fringe podcast 12:43 – Heiser, the Divine Council, & pushback  20:11 – Online debates, slander, & controversy 31:05 – Strawmanning & accusations of heresy 43:06 – Internal concerns & pressure to shut down Fringe 50:04 – Email ultimatum 56:02 – Board letters, Jon & Doug’s clarifying response 1:02:24 – Doug’s theology of the Angel of the Lord 1:13:35 – How GRN handled Doug’s old paper & calls for due process 1:19:23 – Reflections on unity, charity, & spiritual warfare 1:23:28 – Closing Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

At Remnant Radio, we like to say, “make prophecy local again” – and in this episode, we’re putting that conviction on full display as we review prophetic words given to individuals during the 2025 Remnant Conferences. Joshua Lewis, Michael Rowntree, and Michael Miller unpack prophetic words given from the stage by trusted team members who have consistently demonstrated accuracy in hearing from the Lord. We'll examine their delivery of prophetic revelations and hear testimonies from recipients. 0:00 – Introduction  4:02 – Explaining the Prophecy Review Process  5:49 – First Prophecy  10:08 – Analysis  16:22 – Second Prophecy  22:35 – Discussion  27:21 – Third Prophecy  37:51 – Fourth Prophecy  45:08 – Fifth Prophecy  54:12 – Sixth Prophecy  58:07 – Seventh Prophecy  1:05:17 – Closing Thoughts  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Feeling Pulled in Every Direction? Grip on the Gospel Slipping? Find Living Hope and Stand Firm in a Hostile Culture with the Apostle Peter! Joshua Lewis sits down with Marian Jordan Ellis with This Redeemed Life to unpack the life and letters of the Apostle Peter. Explore how his story gives ordinary believers a living hope in an age of deconstruction, culture pressure, and spiritual warfare. Discover how 1 and 2 Peter equip Christians to stand firm in suffering, live as “elect exiles” in a hostile culture, and embrace their identity as a royal priesthood and holy nation. We dive into Peter’s most difficult passages, address spiritual warfare, and discuss how to confirm our calling and election.  From impulsive fisherman to faithful apostle, Peter’s journey is a model for the Christian life! 0:00 – Introduction  1:39 – Why focus on Peter?  5:18 – Peter’s life & calling 11:08 – Peter’s ministry 13:42 – Exiles, suffering, and living hope 24:18 – Royal priesthood and holy nation 33:24 – Submission to authorities & suffering 37:27 – Difficult texts 45:52 – Peter’s final “feeding the sheep” 48:05 – Confirming calling and election, assurance, and sanctification 59:26 – Inspiration of Scripture in 2 Peter 1 1:01:23 – Closing ABOUT THE GUEST: https://www.youtube.com/@UC-I3RDkbXe1leWTvCow1KQA  📖 BOOK https://a.co/d/ezVzGTD Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can a true prophet of God ever miss a word—or does one mistake automatically make you a false prophet? In this follow-up episode, the Remnant Radio crew sits down to thoughtfully engage Corey Minor’s critique of our “Can True Prophet Miss?” show, pressing into what Scripture teaches about New Testament prophecy, false prophets, and the voice of God. Original RR Episode: https://youtu.be/Iwi3E66olek Blog Post: https://www.theremnantradio.com/blogs/is-there-a-difference-between-old-testament-new-testament-prophecy 0:00 – Introduction 4:42 – Framing Corey’s response on Acts 21:4 6:34 – Were the Acts 21:4 disciples prophesying wrongly? 12:19 – Is Deut 18 about all prophets? 16:29 – “Presumptuously” in Deut 18 and rebellion vs. honest error 20:22 – Did the Acts 21 believers actually prophesy “don’t go to Jerusalem”? 33:02 – Did Nathan falsely prophesy to David about building the temple? 45:05 – Has the charismatic movement “cheapened” the voice of God? 55:17 – How churches should weigh and discipline modern prophecy 58:51 – Are mistaken charismatics “false prophets” and closing remarks Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Joshua Lewis sits down with Dr. Joy Qualls—Pentecostal scholar, Assemblies of God minister, and author to explore the history, theology, and lived experience of women in Pentecostal leadership. From early Scandinavian pietist revivals and Azusa Street to modern Assemblies of God policy, they trace how Pentecostal theology of Holy Spirit empowerment collided with institutional respectability, evangelical politics, and unspoken “invisible fences” around women’s roles in church leadership. Along the way, they unpack stories of forgotten Pentecostal heroines like Rachel Sislo, Amanda Benedict, May Eleanor Fry, and Blanch Elizabeth Britton—women who planted churches, prayed in revival, confronted injustice, and literally died on the road preaching the gospel. They also explore how AG policy has officially affirmed women in ministry since 1935, even while local practice has often lagged behind, creating dissonance for called women in Pentecostal churches. This episode will challenge both complementarian and egalitarian assumptions. It raises hard questions about ecclesiology, spiritual gifts vs. church offices, spiritual warfare over calling, and how movements lose their prophetic edge when they chase institutional respectability. This conversation provides historical context, theological categories, and pastoral wisdom for navigating the debate of women in ministry without capitulating to cultural pressure on either side. 0:00 – Introduction 2:27 – Book overview 4:59 – The rhetoric versus reality for women in AG 8:39 – Assemblies of God policy 13:31 – National leadership changes 16:54 – Growth in women’s credentialing and leadership 17:00 – Women’s role before Azusa 22:19 – Early female leaders 36:46 – Institutionalization challenges 43:03 – Pendulum swings 51:47 – Influence of respectability and evangelical integration 57:12 – Recent decades: education, policy, and hope for the future 1:03:44 – Final thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK https://a.co/d/ioTgWmb Dr. Qualls is Associate Professor of Communication Studies and Associate Dean in the Division of Communication at Biola University Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Jesus Christ, the Messiah: fully God and fully man. But how did he live as a human submitted to the Father, perform miracles by the Holy Spirit, and choose not to exercise divine prerogatives at will?  In this episode, we unpack the Chalcedonian Definition of the Hypostatic Union, exploring its historical significance and how it protects against heresy. We explore how this doctrine affects our understanding of Jesus’s miracles, the Spirit-Empowered Ministry, and the ongoing debate surrounding kenotic heresy. Learn how Jesus, as both God and Man, performed miracles and lived a life of Spirit-Empowered Ministry. The Chalcedonian definition of hypostatic union states that Jesus Christ is one person in whom two distinct natures—divine and human—are united without confusion, change, division, or separation. Each nature retains its own properties, and both are unified in one "person" or "subsistence" (\(hypostasis\)), meaning Christ is both fully God and fully man, not a mixture of the two.  One person, two natures: Christ is one person (the eternal Son of God), who is both fully divine and fully human. Without confusion or change: The divine and human natures are not merged into a single new nature. The incarnation did not diminish Christ's divinity; it was not a change from what he was. Without division or separation: The two natures are not split into two separate individuals or persons. They are held together in one unique person, the Lord Jesus Christ. Propriety of each nature is preserved: The unique attributes of each nature remain. For example, Christ's divinity is not bloodied, but as a human, he has a body and soul. One subsistence: The two natures "concur" in a single person and subsistence, a concept that safeguarded against heresies that separated the natures or blended them together. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Tired of fake prayer? Discover the real, raw heart of connecting with God beyond perfection or performance!  Want a deeper prayer life? We’re exploring how prayer is often misunderstood as a performance rather than an honest encounter with God. Josh Lewis welcomes Dr. Kyle Strobel, associate professor of spiritual theology at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University to explore spiritual formation, the messiness of prayer, and how Christian theology meets lived experience.  In this episode of Remnant Radio, Josh and Kyle navigate the tension between seeking God’s presence and living by faith even amid spiritual dryness. We’ll explore spiritual warfare and examine why our wandering minds in prayer are actually gifts, revealing the longings of our hearts. Their conversation bridges scholarly theology with down-to-earth practical wisdom, equipping you for a vibrant Christian life marked by honest prayer, theological depth, and spiritual growth. 0:00 – Introduction 5:24 – "Where Prayer Becomes Real" overview 7:23 – Common confusions about prayer 12:16 – The performance mindset  16:00 – How real honesty changes prayer 22:28 – Law vs. gospel distinction  26:20 – Prayers that avoid God 29:53 – Biblical examples: authenticity vs. performance 33:01 – The path for Christian growth 45:56 – Tension: desiring spiritual experiences and God’s sufficiency 54:09 – Seeking God’s face 59:05 – The “dark night of the soul,” longing for God, and spiritual formation 1:00:56 – Closing ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK https://a.co/d/8iUDC9k Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What’s really going on in the unseen realm? Explore demonology, fallen angels, and spiritual warfare in this REPLAY episode from 2019 with Dr. Michael Heiser. Join Remnant Radio as we revisit this powerful conversation with the late Dr. Michael Heiser, exploring demonology, fallen angels, and spiritual warfare. Discover the biblical foundations of evil spirits, the Sons of God in Genesis 6, and how these realities affect Christian theology and daily spiritual warfare. Dr. Heiser shared insights from his groundbreaking work on the spiritual realm, including themes from his acclaimed books “The Unseen Realm” and “Demons.” Whether you’re curious about the nature of fallen angels or seeking clarity on deliverance and spiritual authority, this conversation equips believers to stand firm in faith amid the unseen battle. Check out our playlist with Dr. Heiser: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFGvabVTMdkZJffia17pz7Cv 0:07 – Introduction & Guest Intro 4:22 – "Unseen Realm" Overview 10:52 – Gen 6: Early church and second temple Judaism views 15:10 – Three rebellions 23:20 – Demons vs fallen sons of God 30:05 – Demons as disembodied Nephilim spirits 32:27 – Authority and role of principalities and powers over nations 42:15 – Authority of Christ and the already/not yet kingdom 52:29 – The believer’s authority over demonic powers 58:07 – Critique of traditional deliverance ministry 1:00:58 – Role of prayer and fasting 1:07:00 – Second temple Judaism imagery 1:10:10 – Demonization in global missionary contexts 1:15:40 – Oppression vs possession 1:18:40 – Closing ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK: The Unseen Realm https://a.co/d/aSPE50k 📖BOOK: Demons https://a.co/d/gFmpMFK Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Does a single wrong prophecy make you a false prophet? Cessationists argue yes, but we’re examining examples in Acts that challenge this view.   We’ll dig into Scripture to understand how we should respond to prophecy in a way that remains biblical and faithful without quenching the Spirit. We’ll critique cessationist arguments and also offer guidance for continuationists on staying sober-minded (1 Thess. 5:19-22), testing prophecies against Scripture, and avoiding blending emotions with God’s voice to prevent harm. 0:00 – Introduction 0:06 – Can True Prophets Miss? 1:13 – Biblical Example in Acts 21 3:41 – Cessationist Perspective 5:00 – Continuationist Critiques 7:00 – Context of Prophecy in Acts 10:42 – Nature of Missed Prophecy 11:02 – Applications for All 13:30 – Warnings and Testing Prophecy 17:22 – Closing  ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 🛒 SHOP MERCH https://theremnantradio.myshopify.com/ 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY:  • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Are you missing God’s voice, or are you overthinking it? Discover the radical middle of Christian decision-making and discerning God's will. Christians often fall into two ditches, either ignoring God’s voice entirely or freezing up waiting for a divine memo on every little choice. Join us as we explore how to live in the “radical middle”—that sweet spot of leaning not on your own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6) while trusting God in all things. We’ll help you discern when you need a clear word from the Holy Spirit, and when it’s time to step out in faith with the wisdom God’s given. Whether you’re navigating career moves, relationships, or daily spiritual growth, this conversation equips you to discern God’s will without extremes. 0:00 – Introduction 3:53 – Personal Story 6:39 – Life of Jesus: Led by the Spirit 10:54 – Wedding at Cana and Divine Timing 21:18 – Gethsemane Prayer and Surrender 27:06 – Teachings of Jesus on Holy Spirit Guidance 34:55 – Life of Apostles: Guidance in Acts 49:38 – Teachings of Apostles: Will of God in Epistles 56:39 – Best Practices for Discerning God's Will 1:00:00 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Did Jesus REALLY Claim to Be God? With surveys showing nearly half of evangelicals questioning Jesus’s divinity, we’re tackling this crucial topic. In this episode of Remnant Radio, we explore Christian theology through a historical lens with Dr. Mikel Del Rosario from Moody Bible Institute. We unpack Dr. Del Rosario’s book on Jesus’s bold divine claims—examining key scenes in Mark’s Gospel, addressing skeptic challenges from scholars like Bart Ehrman, and affirming the historicity of Jesus’s divine declarations. Discover how Jesus’s miracles, authority, and role as eschatological judge set him apart, incorporating him into Israel’s Godhead as Yahweh incarnate. Learn HOW to defend the deity of Christ with courage and compassion! 0:00 – Introduction 1:38 – Book Overview 5:52 – Historical Methodology and Authenticity 10:36 – Mark 2: Forgiving Sins as Blasphemy 14:11 – Mark 14: Jesus's Trial and Divine Claim 19:03 – Why Emphasize Mark Over John 24:22 – Implicit vs. Explicit Divine Claims 29:21 – Historicity of Jesus's Jewish Examination 33:04 – Jesus Distinct from Old Testament Prophets 39:31 – Evangelical Confusion on Christ's Deity 45:35 – Countering Modern Skeptical Arguments 51:06 – Personal Application and Closing ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖 BOOK https://a.co/d/bD0dhJg Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

When should Christians separate? We explore biblical principles for unity and discernment after the Theocast split! In the wake of Theocast’s recent split between founders Jon Moffitt and Justin Perdue, join us as we dive into the heart of Christian unity—what binds us together in Christ and what to do when divisions become inevitable. We'll examine biblical principles for maintaining the faith while graciously parting ways when core convictions clash. Plus, we'll offer practical wisdom on navigating theological differences with humility and love. 0:00 – Introduction 1:23 – Theocast Split Overview 3:40 – Handling Public Divisions 7:11 – Controversy Background 9:18 – Grace Reformed Network Statement 12:51 – Analyzing the Statement 18:15 – Doug Van Dorn's Involvement 28:45 – John's Doctrinal Affirmations 39:33 – Christian Charity in Debate 47:22 – Key Takeaways 54:09 – Tribalism and Closing ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 🛒 SHOP MERCH https://theremnantradio.myshopify.com/ 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

From Darkness to Discovery: Josh Butler reveals how personal trials led him to find hidden treasures in John's Gospel, rediscovering the goodness of God! Join Joshua Lewis on Remnant Radio as he explores the transformative power of the Gospel of John with Josh Butler, author of God Is on Your Side. We’ll hear Josh’s personal journey—from his daughter’s psychotic break to his own battle with blindness—and then dive deep into iconic scenes like the wedding at Cana and the Samaritan woman at the well. Discover how these stories reveal God’s unwavering goodness, offering hope, healing, and restoration to all who seek Him. 0:00 – Introduction  6:00 – Typology in the Gospel of John 11:00 – Wedding at Cana: Abundance Symbolism 21:00 – Parallels to Moses and Restoration Themes 29:00 – Living Parables and Healing Miracles 41:00 – Grace vs. Law and Woman at the Well 57:00 – Chiasm Structure and Broader Implications 1:03:00 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK https://a.co/d/71cKaqS Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What if non-speaking autistic children are unlocking spiritual mysteries through what seems like telepathy, echoing biblical visions of angels, demons, and heavenly realms? In this episode of The Remnant Radio, we sit down with constitutional attorney turned pastor Joe Infranco to unpack the controversial “Telepathy Tapes” podcast and its claims of paranormal communication among autistic individuals.​ Joe Infranco, a veteran defender of religious freedoms who litigated landmark Supreme Court cases for churches and now serves as Associate Pastor at Highlands Church in Scottsdale, AZ, brings his courtroom rigor to these extraordinary stories. Drawing from his book Decoding Cody: Secrets of the Spectrum from People with Autism Who See, Hear, and Smell in the Unseen Realm, Joe examines how these children’s revelations align with Christian theology on the spiritual realm, discerning between demonic deception and genuine prophetic insight. We’ll explore the Telepathy Tapes—a hit 2024 podcast by Ky Dickens featuring interviews with parents and “experts” claiming nonspeaking autistics demonstrate ESP, past-life memories, and interdimensional contact—through a biblical lens. 0:00 – Introduction and Announcements 1:52 – Topic Overview: Non-Speaking Autism 6:19 – Guest Introduction: Joe Infranco 7:47 – Discovering Spelling Communication 10:51 – Supernatural Revelations Begin 18:28 – Scientific Studies and Networks 24:43 – Family Emotions and Spiritual Gifts 31:07 – Communication Wins and Concerns 37:05 – Telepathy and Pure Communication 43:12 – Angels, Non-Believers, and Visions 1:01:49 – Scriptural Discernment on Experiences 1:13:24 – Testimonies and Angel Sightings 1:29:18 – Personal Transformation and Ministry ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK https://a.co/d/6Tigyrr Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

In this episode of The Remnant Radio, hosts Joshua Lewis and Michael Rowntree welcome back Dr. Carmen Joy Imes, associate professor at Biola University’s Talbot School of Theology, to unpack her latest book, Becoming God’s Family: Why the Church Still Matters. Born from reflections during COVID-19, this discussion dives into the biblical roots of the church, starting with Abraham and tracing the concept of the “ekklesia”—the gathered assembly of God’s people—through both the Old and New Testaments. Whether you’re wrestling with past church hurts, seeking deeper biblical prophecy insights, or simply wanting to strengthen your understanding of Christian community, this episode reaffirms the church as a family waiting together for Christ’s return — messy, but ultimately transformative.  0:00 – Introduction 5:27 – Ekklesia: Gathered Community 7:50 – Church Vocation: Waiting Together for God 12:26 – Biblical Narrative: Worship, Wait, Work, Word 15:03 – Church Continuity from Abraham 18:20 – Deuteronomy: Community Care and Tithe 21:30 – Practical Applications to Modern Church 27:48 – New Testament Use of Old Testament Laws 32:14 – Prophets Rebuking Disorder and False Prophecy 38:49 – Addressing Abuses: Accountability and Leaving 47:15 – Navigating Political Divisions and Unity 55:38 – God's Use of Broken People in Church 59:03 – Closing: Power of Gathering as Family  📖BOOK https://a.co/d/hbtEtNa  📽️RR PLAYLIST WITH DR. IMES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFFkoOXqXt8NjjQ2U-EdYv6K  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Cessationism vs. Continuationism: Which side is right? Are spiritual gifts really a thing of the past?  We’re continuing our review and response to cessationist arguments that the spiritual gifts have ceased. We’re tackling Pastor Tom Pennington’s claims from G3 Ministries, exposing flaws in the logic of his arguments and championing the ongoing reality of spiritual gifts by examining Scripture.  In this episode we'll address his arguments about the spiritual gifts in church history, the sufficiency of Scripture, and New Testament rules for spiritual gifts. If you missed part 1 of our review, you can watch that episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCCSiTMkHAY 0:00 – Introduction 1:38 – Recent Testimonies of Prophecy and Healing 5:25 – Episode Overview: Pennington's Arguments 5-7 7:15 – Argument 5: Testimony of Church History 10:59 – Refuting Hebrews 2 and NT Mentions 25:15 – Early Church Fathers on Continuing Gifts 37:09 – Argument 6: Sufficiency of Scripture 44:38 – Responding to Heresies and Sufficiency 45:14 – Argument 7: NT Rules for Miraculous Gifts 51:14 – Closing Thoughts  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What if true forgiveness isn’t about waiting for an apology, but a radical choice that frees your heart—even amid deep pain? Michael Rowntree tackles common misconceptions about forgiveness, inspired by MikeWinger 's episode discussing Erika Kirk’s powerful act of forgiving her husband’s killer.  Discover how Christian theology calls us to forgive infinitely, just as we’ve been forgiven by God, and learn the difference between unconditional forgiveness and conditional forgiveness for public reconciliation. 0:00 – Introduction and Episode Inspiration 1:23 – Matthew 18: Community Discourse Overview 2:02 – Peter's Question and Jesus' Response on Forgiveness 3:16 – Misconception 1: Forgiveness as Everyday Choice 6:25 – Misconception 2: Forgoing Repayment, Not Forgetting 9:19 – Luke 17: Conditional Forgiveness Explained 11:38 – Unconditional vs. Conditional Forgiveness 13:09 – Joseph's Story: Model of Reconciliation 14:54 – Erica Kirk's Unconditional Forgiveness 16:27 – Jesus' Model of Pity and Mercy 17:26 – Closing Quote on Healed Memories MIKE WINGER'S ORIGINAL EPISODE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H74TYYjK6RU Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

When the miracles fade, what’s next? Brick Cliff with Nation-2-Nation Ministries reveals how to transform communities with practical love! What happens when a powerful move of God slows down? This week on Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis engages with international ministry leader Dr. Brick Cliff on navigating revival’s ebbs and flows, from his skeptical charismatic roots to witnessing undeniable miracles in Africa’s unreached fields.  Discover how seasons of intense spiritual gifts and signs and wonders give way to intentional seasons of love in action, equipping churches to meet real needs, foster church growth, and open hearts to the gospel. Learn how Christian theology blends with community development, relational evangelism, and biblical discernment in spiritual warfare. 0:00 – Introduction 1:04 – Guest Introduction and Ministry Background 2:23 – Charismatic Upbringing and Disillusionment 5:16 – Skepticism from Fabricated Manifestations 10:09 – Transformative Miracles in Congo 18:21 – Escape from Civil War in Congo 25:37 – Seasons of God and Holistic Ministry 33:40 – Primacy of Love in Spiritual Gifts 39:39 – Spiritual Gifts and Church Growth 44:18 – Clarifying Reception of the Holy Spirit 49:24 – The Miracle Tree for Practical Needs 53:30 – Closing Takeaway on Expressed Love ABOUT THE GUEST: https://n2nministries.org/ Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Cessationism vs. Continuationism: We debate the truth about spiritual gifts & the power of the Holy Spirit, reviewing arguments presented by Pastor Tom Pennington, speaker for G3 Ministries. In this episode, we’re engaging with the cessationist perspective, responding to their arguments with a biblical defense of continuationism. We’ll explore the sufficiency of Scripture, the nature of New Testament miracles, and the ongoing need for spiritual gifts to edify the body of Christ. Join us as we tackle misconceptions, share Scripture-driven insights, and explain why we believe the Holy Spirit’s power is alive and well for every generation! 0:00 – Introduction 0:20 – Hosts Introduction and Continuationist Stance 3:28 – First Clip: Unique Role of Miracles 6:08 – Response to Cluster Argument 24:21 – Second Clip: End of Apostleship 32:46 – Response to Apostleship Argument 43:19 – Final Clip: Nature of Miraculous Gifts 45:31 – Response to Gifts Nature 58:52 – Conclusion  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Unlock Biblical Deliverance: Get biblical answers & practical strategies for deliverance with Pastor Jonathan Thompson and the Remnant Team! This week on Remnant Radio, we’re discussing deliverance ministry with Pastor Jon Thompson, senior pastor of Sanctus Church and author of the bestselling book Deliverance! Join Joshua Lewis, Michael Rowntree, and Michael Miller as they unpack how to practice biblical deliverance in today’s church. Learn practical insights on spiritual warfare, confronting evil, and fostering freedom in Christ from seasoned practitioners! ABOUT THE GUEST: BOOK https://a.co/d/d15Rw9o Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Prophecy & Tongues: Dead or Alive? 🔥 We’re challenging cessationism & making the case for supernatural power in the church today! Did miraculous gifts really stop with the apostles? This week on Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis, Michael Rowntree, and Michael Miller are diving into the Straight Truth Podcast’s case for cessationism and pushing back as continuationists. We’ll review Dr. Richard Caldwell’s arguments about “sign gifts” and the closing of the New Testament canon, offering a biblical defense of the Holy Spirit’s ongoing power. Discover why we believe prophecy, tongues, and healing are still vital for Christian theology, spiritual warfare, and building up the church. 0:00 – Introduction 3:12 – Richard Caldwell's Video 4:54 – Defining Cessationism (Clip) 9:28 – No Text Teaches Cessationism; 1 Corinthians 13 16:23 – Face-to-Face Vision and Moses Comparison 18:31 – Ephesians 2:20 and Apostolic Foundation 22:28 – 2 Corinthians 12:12 Greek Analysis 28:21 – Ephesians 4 and Gift Continuation Timestamps 35:30 – Acts 2, Joel 2, and Isaiah 59 on Prophecy 39:20 – Categories of Sign vs. Edifying Gifts 45:10 – Acts 1: Jesus' Ongoing Ministry Through the Spirit 50:31 – Purpose of Sign Gifts (Second Clip) 52:19 – Signs Point to Christ, Not Just Messengers 58:56 – Closing Thoughts and Call to Pursue Gifts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Who is Steven Koko?  Once celebrated as the “Billy Graham of Panama,” Steven Koko is now facing horrific abuse allegations of sexual grooming, physical abuse, and cover-ups.  This week on Remnant Radio, we’re reviewing allegations against Steven Koko, who used his Cities for Christ ministry to target vulnerable women. We’ll review victim testimonies of brutal “training” sessions, Koko’s admitted affairs, and alleged attempts by board members to silence whistleblowers and cover-up Koko's sin issues.  We’ll also explore Mike Winger’s analysis and Torben Sondergaard’s warnings, calling for church accountability and third-party investigations to protect the vulnerable. Learn how to discern false leaders and navigate the evangelical trust crisis with biblical wisdom. 0:00 – Introduction 5:32 – Background on Steven Koko 6:18 – Sexual Exploitation Allegations 9:19 – Physical and Psychological Abuse 11:15 – Financial Manipulation and Deception 17:36 – CFC Board Statement Overview 19:00 – Reading CFC Statement 21:47 – Analyzing "Unwise Choices" Claim 33:13 – Accusers and Biblical Exposure 39:24 – Ministry Shutdown Decision 42:23 – Misuse of Isaiah 30:15 46:25 – Critique of Gary York and Restoration 55:12 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What YOU Wanted to Know: Answering questions about healing, deliverance, & spiritual gifts from our Remnant Conference! This week on Remnant Radio, we’re tackling some of the questions received from our recent Remnant Conference on Healing & Deliverance, with nearly 1,000 attendees and over 220 questions submitted. We’re diving into topics related to healing, deliverance, spiritual warfare, and more. Get ready for biblical insights, practical answers, and a dynamic discussion that will empower your faith! 0:00 – Introduction and Conference Recap 6:09 – Food Sacrificed to Idols (1 Corinthians 8 & 10) 17:37 – False Signs from Supernatural Sources 20:33 – Fasting for Healing and Deliverance 21:54 – When Healings Return 26:55 – Deaf and Mute Spirit in Mark 9 29:44 – Muscle Testing and EMDR Practices 40:36 – Mormonism and Freemasonry Connections 43:01 – Handling Unresolved Deliverance 50:24 – Intake Forms for Prayer Ministry 52:37 – Program Conclusion Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Are algorithm-driven bubbles and online debates hindering your faith? This week on Remnant Radio, we’re offering a roadmap for escaping echo chambers and cultivating true Christian unity. Matt Whitman with The Ten Minute Bible Hour shares his expertise on church history, Scripture, and charitable dialogue, empowering you to engage with diverse viewpoints while remaining grounded in gospel truth. Learn how to build resilience against fleeting doctrines and embrace the beauty of the body of Christ. We discuss cage-stage zeal, the translatable power of the gospel across cultures, and how vast Bible reading—coupled with insights on topics like the atonement, free will, spiritual warfare, and end times discussions—builds resilience against fleeting doctrines. Matt opens up about his journey from overconfidence to humility, emphasizing convictional unity that honors disagreements while prioritizing gospel truth for every tribe and nation. 0:00 – Introduction  1:03 – Guest Matt Whitman's Ministry and Bible Podcast Overview 4:07 – Passion for Breaking Theological Echo Chambers 7:41 – Drivers of Online Tension and Christian Tribalism 12:20 – Finding Good Christian Content and Humility Journey 15:48 – Owning Theological Opinions and Seminary Humbling Experience 25:03 – Algorithms Shaping Christian Conversations 28:04 – Psychological Insecurities and Theological Unity 34:09 – Historical Echo Chambers vs Modern Information Access 38:42 – Net Benefits of Information and Atonement Debates 50:52 – Deep Bible Reading and Theology vs Hot Takes 1:05:14 – Closing Remarks ABOUT THE GUEST: PODCAST:  https://www.youtube.com/@MattWhitmanTMBH BOOK: https://a.co/d/dLFpN9W Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Did Kim Clement, Charlie Shamp, and Mark Driscoll hear from God about the shocking events surrounding Charlie Kirk's assassination and the spiritual awakening that's followed? Tune into The Remnant Radio as we analyze these prophecies through the lens of Scripture. In this episode, we're diving into some intriguing prophecies surrounding Charlie's Kirk's death, examining them in light of biblical prophecy and solid Christian theology. We'll look at Kim's 2011 word about an "Esther" figure with "big, beautiful eyes" who steps up to bring healing and restoration to a hurting nation—a description many are now connecting to Erika Kirk's powerful call for forgiveness after her husband's tragic death. Then there's Charlie Shamp's July 23, 2023, prophecy (shared at Prepare the Way International Church in Phoenix and later on social media), where he talks about a "shot heard around the world" in Arizona that doesn't shut down the church but instead ignites deeper intercession, groaning prayers from the saints, and a fresh outpouring of revival with God's glory coming down like a cloud. And we'll hear from Mark Driscoll on the spiritual warfare side, with his message pointing out the demonic forces that could be at work and how martyrdom like this might spark real repentance and shine a light on hidden corruption. As always, we're approaching this with careful scriptural reflection—testing everything against God's Word. Tune in as we call balls and strikes on these prophetic words. Are they balls, strikes, or a mix? 0:00 – Introduction 0:30 – Charismatic Beliefs and Personal Healing Testimonies 2:59 – Biblical Framework for Testing Prophecy 10:04 – Review of Mark Driscoll's Prophetic Vision 23:36 – Review of Kim Clement's Prophecy 36:25 – Review of Charlie Shamp's Prophecy 52:17 – Summary of Tests for Prophetic Ministry 53:51 – Closing Remarks and Final Encouragement Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can spiritual gifts defeat the kingdom of darkness? We explore the biblical role of supernatural power against evil and share powerful miracle stories! Joshua Lewis welcomes Billy Hallowell and Jen Lilley with Into the Supernatural podcast as they discuss the role of spiritual gifts in combating evil and manifesting the kingdom of God. We’ll explore the biblical basis for healing, deliverance, prophecy, and other supernatural gifts, sharing inspiring testimonies of God’s power at work in the world today. Learn how to engage in spiritual warfare from a place of victory and experience the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in your life. 0:00 – Introduction  3:27 – Violence, Division, and Demonic Activity  5:50 – Spiritual Warfare, and the Power of the Holy Spirit  6:55 – The Heart of Christ  8:13 – Healing, and The Power of God’s Word  10:54 – Testimonies  11:14 - The Story of Jen and Her Miracle Working Testimony  14:51 - The Story of Billy  32:32 – Closing Thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST:  https://www.youtube.com/@IntotheSupernaturalPodcast Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is evil rising in America? Is supernatural warfare behind the increase in violence? We’re exploring the spiritual battle raging in our nation & how you can fight back with love and truth! Joshua Lewis welcomes Billy Hallowell, and Jen Lilley, co-hosts of the podcast "Into the Supernatural" - a show that explores the spiritual realm, miracles, deliverance, and spiritual warfare. Together, they discuss the rising tide of violence and evil in America, exploring the potential influence of demonic powers, the importance of biblical discernment, and the Church’s role in combating darkness with love and truth.  Discover how to stay focused on Jesus amidst cultural chaos, resist the pull of fear, and become a powerful force for good in your community. 0:00 – Introduction  3:27 – The Escalation of Violence and Evil  5:50 – Slaves to Something  7:50 – The Nature of Satan  10:07 – Demonstrating the Power of God  10:54 – The Importance of the Bible  12:03 – It is a Spiritual Battle  17:54 – The Call to Action  32:32 – Closing Thoughts ABOUT THE GUESTS: https://www.youtube.com/IntotheSupernaturalPodcast Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when faith meets finance? In this episode of Remnant Radio, we dig deep into The Religion Business to call balls & strikes on the claims made in the docuseries. The Religion Business, a seven-part investigative documentary by Nathan Apffel and Chris Ayoub, examines corruption, financial secrecy, and ethical failures in megachurches and prosperity gospel ministries. It explores issues such as religious fraud, lack of accountability, extravagant spending by religious leaders, tax-loopholes for churches, and how donors are impacted by opaque financial practices.  In our review, we’ll discuss the strongest arguments the film makes about churches and finances as well as examine parts we believe are over-generalized or under-substantiated.  0:00 – Introduction 4:16 – Documentary Overview  7:10 – Formal vs Informal Filing  20:09 - Church Auxiliaries 30:45 – Private Inurement 41:46 – Tithes 52:47 - Internal vs External Use of Resources 57:08 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is your church safe? We’re exposing grooming practices in the church & offering biblical steps to protect yourself and others! Join Joshua Lewis and Dr. Natalie Atwell as they discuss the insidious issue of grooming within church environments. We’ll define grooming behavior, explore its subtle tactics, and contrast it with healthy mentorship and discipleship. Dr. Atwell provides practical insights on identifying red flags, responding to spiritual abuse, and creating a safe church culture. This episode is essential for all Christians, especially pastors, youth leaders, and anyone in a position of spiritual authority. 0:00 – Introduction: Grooming Practices in the Church  1:47 – Defining Grooming in a Ministry Context  4:14 – Power Dynamics and Grooming vs. Sexual Sin  6:13 – Questions to Consider Regarding Grooming  11:17 – Early Warning Signs 12:14 – Emotional Dependency and Spiritual Language  16:45 – A Healthy View of Spiritual Leadership  21:24 – The CEO Model and Abuse  23:35 – Church Safeguards 28:18  - How to Support Victims & Prevent Abuse Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is it demonization or a mental health concern? Dr. Natalie Atwell shares her insights and experience as a licensed clinical mental health therapist. In this episode of Remnant Radio, we’re tackling the often-misunderstood connection between mental health and spiritual warfare. Dr. Natalie Atwell offers insights on how to discern between mental illness and demonization. We’ll explore the importance of clinical diagnosis, biblical discernment, and a trauma-informed approach to ministry. Learn how to care for those struggling with intrusive thoughts, night terrors, and other challenging symptoms in a way that is both compassionate and biblically sound. 0:00 – Introduction: Mental Health and Spiritual Warfare 3:16 – Distinguishing Mental Illness from Demonization  4:13 – Navigating Spiritual Conversations with Unbelievers  5:52 – Pastoral Care: Counseling vs. Deliverance  8:14 – The Allure of Instant Healing  9:15 – Potential Damage from Untrained Individuals  10:15 – Generational Issues  12:26 – Identifying and Addressing Generational Patterns  17:11 – The Importance of Assessment and Discernment  30:31 – Resources and Training  32:33 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Charlie Kirk’s assassination: How should Christians respond to tragedy, hate, & division? We explore biblical principles for a courageous church. Michael Rowntree reflects on the recent death of Charlie Kirk and other tragic events in September, exploring how Christians can navigate grief, anger, and division in a world of increasing lawlessness. We’ll examine biblical examples of mourning, the dangers of selective outrage, and the importance of maintaining a warm heart while standing for truth. Learn how to avoid being discipled by your anger and how to cultivate a courageous and compassionate witness in a divided nation. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Are social media algorithms controlling the narrative? We sit down with JonMark Baker from the Minor Prophets Podcast to unpack how social media algorithms are impacting our culture. In this episode of Remnant Radio, we’ll take a closer look at how social media algorithms shape the presentation of content in the age of cancel culture. Together, we’ll consider why platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube tend to push material that reinforces perspectives and keeps users locked in echo chambers. We’ll also explore how media outlets are encouraged to produce stories that sensationalize or stir up anger and outrage in order to generate clicks, shares, and likes. We'll examine what these algorithms are doing to society and how Christians can engage thoughtfully in a digital world. 0:00 – Introduction  4:07 – The YouTube Algorithm and Provocative Content  5:21 – Cultivation Theory & Cognitive Distortions  10:16 – Defining Negative Content  14:14 – Longterm Effects  17:15 – Content Creation & Motivation  30:00 – Recommendation to The Audience  53:32 – The Importance of Discernment  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

From woke left to woke right: Are both sides leading Christians astray? We explore a biblical path beyond the culture wars! In this episode of Remnant Radio, we’re examining the rise of the “woke right” and its potential impact on the church. Dr. Neil Shenvi helps us understand the core principles of critical theory, trace the origins of identity politics, and discern the dangers of adopting a “friend/enemy” mentality. We’ll explore the importance of grounding our worldview in Scripture and seeking truth with humility and grace. Discover how to navigate the complexities of culture and politics while remaining faithful to the gospel. 0:00 – Introduction  3:40 – Worldview, Critical Theory, and the Frankfurt School  10:07 – The Derivation and Application of “Woke”  17:40 – The Dangers of the Oppressor/Oppressed Lens  22:47 – False or Misplaced Focus  35:35 – Theology vs. Politics 40:51 - Rise of Antisemitism  47:36 – Is This Blame-shifting?  53:38 - Christian Nationalism 1:01:17 - Locking Arms for Common Goals? When It Goes Too Far ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK https://criticaldilemma.com/ Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can a witch really curse a Christian? Or are believers in Jesus completely protected from witchcraft and curses? We’re diving into this controversial debate on witchcraft, curses, and spiritual warfare. Can Christians be cursed by witches? Some say yes, others say no. We’ll look at arguments presented by Chris Rosebrough, Fighting for the Faith, who argues against the power of curses, and Jennifer LeClaire, who claims Christians can be affected. Most importantly, we’ll dig into what the Bible actually says about witches, curses, and the spiritual authority of believers in Christ. ORIGINAL VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAmPJm-spHw&t=4s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SKkdsr46Q0 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

House church vs. Sunday service: Which is right? We dive into biblical arguments & church history to explore the truth about worship and church gatherings! Are Sunday morning worship services a modern invention, or do they have roots in the New Testament? We explore the biblical model of the early church, examining the tension between large church gatherings and house churches. Learn how the Book of Acts and the epistles shed light on the purpose and practice of corporate worship, fellowship, and one-another ministry. Discover a balanced approach to church life that honors both Scripture and church history. 0:00 – Introduction: The Question of Sunday Services  3:45 – Biblical Evidence: Large and Small Gatherings in Acts  9:38 – The Importance of Participatory Worship  12:33 – House Churches in Corinth and Rome  16:56 – Church History and a Unified Church  21:23 – Church of House Churches vs Small Groups 24:16 – Conclusion Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Are atheists secretly borrowing from God? Frank Turek with Cross Examined reveals how atheism needs God to make its case! Join Michael Rowntree and Michael Miller as they welcome apologist Frank Turek, author of Stealing from God, to explore the hidden dependencies of atheism on theism. Turek argues that atheists unknowingly “steal” concepts like morality, reason, and causality from a Christian worldview to make their arguments against God. We’ll discuss the "problem" of evil, intelligent design, and the resurrection of Jesus, equipping you to defend your faith with confidence. This episode is a must-watch for anyone seeking to understand the intellectual foundations of atheism and the enduring power of Christian apologetics. 0:00 – Introduction: Stealing From God  2:30 – Introducing Frank Turek and Stealing From God  4:43 – Atheists Stealing From God  6:28 – Morality From an Evolutionary Perspective  9:28 – Justification for Objective Morality  12:08 – Atheism as a Cracked Foundation  14:45 – Atheism More Certainly False Than Christianity Is True  17:13 – A Brief Argument for Jesus’s Resurrection  30:54 – Apologetic on a Bus  37:50 – Materialism and Free Thought  44:55 – Engaging Atheists and Moral Objectivity  1:02:29 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Unpacking the dark reality of spiritual evil: Was demon possession at play in the Minnesota school shooting? Find biblical clarity & hope. In this episode on Remnant Radio, we’re grappling with the difficult question of whether the Minnesota school shooter was demon-possessed. Beyond the headlines, we seek a biblical understanding of spiritual warfare and the influence of demonic forces in the world. We’ll explore the meaning of “demonization” in Scripture and church history, drawing on insights from Michael Heiser to shed light on the nature of supernatural evil. Discover how to discern the presence of evil spirits and find strength in the gospel to resist the darkness. 0:00 – Introduction 0:23 – Heartfelt Condolences and the Importance of the Question  1:18 – Michael Heiser Quote: Spiritual Evil and Human Depravity  3:17 – Was the Minnesota Shooter Demonically Possessed?  6:05 – What Do We Mean by “Demon Possession”?  7:36 – Can Believers Be “Demon Possessed”?  8:48 – Ownership vs. Oppression by the Devil  10:35 – Church History and Demonization Before Baptism  13:16 – Hope in the Cross of Christ  13:54 – Closing Thoughts Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is a supernatural “Joel’s Army” really coming? We’re dissecting this popular charismatic teaching and asking: What does the Bible actually say about Joel 2? For decades, some in the charismatic movement have preached about a coming “Joel’s Army”—an elite end-times company of believers who will march in supernatural power and usher in the Kingdom. But is that really what Joel 2 teaches? In this episode of Remnant Radio, we put the Joel 2 Army teaching under the microscope. We’ll trace its origins in the Latter Rain movement, how it spread through the Kansas City Prophets, and why it never appears in church history. Most importantly, we’ll go back to the text of Joel to see whether Scripture supports the idea—or if it actually teaches something very different. Join us as we debunk this popular but problematic teaching and recover the true message of Joel: a call to repentance, a promise of restoration, and the outpouring of God’s Spirit on all flesh. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is objective truth dead? Apologist Tim Barnett with Stand to Reason and Red Pen Logic joins us to battle relativism and equip Christians to defend the faith in a post-truth world! Join Joshua Lewis as he welcomes Tim Barnett to tackle the crucial issue of truth in a culture drowning in relativism. Learn the difference between objective truth and subjective truth. Explore how a postmodern worldview undermines Christianity. Discover practical strategies for engaging with those who reject absolute moral truth. You'll walk away with a compelling case for the enduring importance of biblical apologetics. 0:00 – Introduction 3:30 – Subjective vs. Objective Truth in Culture and Christianity  7:18 – Biblical Perspective on Objective Truth  12:05 – The Danger of Weaponizing Objective Truth  18:05 – Subjective Truth and Deconstruction  30:54 – Apologetics & Reaching People with a Subjective Worldview  44:15 – How Christians Can Engage With a Relativistic Worldview  55:00 – The Church’s Role in Undermining Objective Moral Truth  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be discipled by one of the most influential voices on the gifts of the Spirit? In this episode, Michael Rowntree and Michael Miller share stories and lessons from their time under Dr. Jack Deere’s mentorship—insights that shaped their ministry, theology, and everyday walk with Christ. Dr. Jack Deere, a former Dallas Theological Seminary professor and best-selling author of Surprised by the Power of the Spirit and Surprised by the Voice of God, has impacted countless pastors and leaders with his teaching on the Holy Spirit, prophecy, healing, and the life of faith. Drawing from their personal discipleship journey, Michael and Michael reflect on what they learned about humility, leadership, and dependence on the Spirit. Previous Remnant Radio Interviews with Dr. Jack Deere: https://youtu.be/7GEnriiAD90 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57Qm0Q5c9QQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SamttgSgXYQ https://youtu.be/7S9661WkL4k https://youtu.be/3Pi0XNnqvAw Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Christian Apologist David Wood with Acts 17 Polemics unpacks the real story behind Islam and equip Christians to engage in meaningful conversations with Muslims. Learn the key tenets of the Islamic faith, dispel common misunderstandings (like the true meaning of jihad), and discover practical strategies for reaching out to Muslim friends and family with the love and truth of the Gospel. David shares his personal journey from atheism to Christian apologetics, driven by a desire to support those leaving Islam. He unpacks the Islamic dilemma, a powerful argument centered on the Quran’s own affirmations of the Jewish and Christian scriptures.  Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to engage with Muslims with confidence, grace, and a commitment to truth. 0:00 – Introduction: Christian Apologetics Towards Islam  3:51 – Core Tenants of Islam and Common Misunderstandings  11:10 – Jihad in the Quran and Islamic History  21:39 – Denominations Within Islam  28:34 – Apologetically Engaging with Muslims  52:31 – The Elevator Pitch: Quick Apologetic Engagement  1:03:29 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Are spiritual gifts just an optional add-on, or are they essential to the gospel's work in the world? In this episode, we dig deep into Scripture to explore how the life, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus not only purchases our salvation but also secures the Holy Spirit's gifts for the church.  We’ll navigate the often-contentious debate between Charismatics and Cessationists, examining how both sides can sometimes miss the full picture. We’ll address the Charismatic tendency to detach the gifts from the core message of the gospel, and the Cessationist impulse to preach a “gospel” that sidelines the very gifts Christ gave to His people. Anchored in biblical theology, we’ll consider whether a gospel without the gifts is really the whole gospel at all. 0:00 – Introduction: Is the Gospel Incomplete Without Spiritual Gifts?  3:03 – Defining the Essence of the Gospel  7:52 – The Gospel as the Inbreaking of the Kingdom  10:13 – The Narrow and Broad Senses of the Gospel  15:47 – The Gospel as the Rule and Reign of God  19:09 – Defining the Gospel in Relation to Cessationism  23:30 – How to Know When God is Ruling  27:08 – The Signs of the Kingdom  39:10 – John 14:12 and Doing Greater Things  54:12 – Returning to a Gospel-Centered Approach  56:11 – A Challenge to the Open But Cautious  57:33 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What started as a plea for prayer over worsening vision became a powerful encounter with the presence of God. In this moving testimony, Liliana shares how the Lord instantly healed her eye while also breaking years of emotional pain, ministry discouragement, and spiritual oppression. Through forgiveness, prophetic insight, and the ministry of prayer, she experienced both physical healing and spiritual deliverance in a single moment. Her story is a vivid reminder that Jesus still restores—body, soul, and spirit—when we come to Him in faith. If you’ve ever wondered how God can work through healing and deliverance together, or you’re longing for breakthrough in your own life, this testimony will stir your faith and point you to the One who makes all things new. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Ever wondered if that dream you had last night was just random — or if God was speaking to you? In this episode of The Remnant Radio, we explore the fascinating world of biblical dream interpretation and how God can use dreams to guide, warn, and encourage His people today. We’ll dive into what Scripture teaches about dreams and visions, how to discern the difference between a message from God and mere imagination, and practical tools for testing the meaning of what you see in the night. Whether you’ve had vivid dreams you can’t shake, are curious about the prophetic significance of dreams, or simply want a solid biblical framework for understanding them, this discussion will give you clarity and confidence. Join us as we examine the role of the Holy Spirit in revelation, share real-life examples of God speaking through dreams, and offer wisdom on avoiding common mistakes in dream interpretation. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Joseph Z came out with a prophecy against those who would expose sin in the church. Mike Bickle’s sister, Lisa Bickle Stribling, also has broken her silence — and her shocking statements about the allegations against her brother is sparking outrage. In this episode of The Remnant Radio, we unpack their comments, explore the theological and ethical implications, and address why such statements can cause deep harm to survivors and the Church. Join us as we analyze their messages with biblical discernment, considering what Scripture says about abuse allegations, church accountability, and the prophetic movement. Whether you’re following the International House of Prayer controversy, concerned about spiritual abuse, or simply seeking truth in the midst of confusion, this discussion offers clarity, context, and a call to Christ-centered integrity. ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Ever wondered about Inspiring Philosophy's secret sauce? Michael Jones joins us to discuss polemics, the Torah, and making complex theology accessible (and funny)! In this episode of The Remnant Radio, we’re going behind the scenes with Michael Jones, the creative mind behind Inspiring Philosophy. We discuss his passion for apologetics, his approach to engaging with critics, and his commitment to making complex theological topics accessible to a wide audience. Michael shares insights into his popular Genesis series, his love for the Torah, and his belief that Christians can be both funny and faithful in their pursuit of truth. Discover the story behind Inspiring Philosophy and learn how Michael is using humor and intellect to defend the Christian faith in the digital age. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Frustrated with spiritual gift tests? We’re offering a fresh perspective on how to discover your God-given spiritual gift. Are you ready to unlock your potential and make a real impact in the body of Christ? This episode is all about how to discover your spiritual gift! We’ll discuss the pro's and con's of spiritual gifts tests, sharing our personal journeys and offering practical advice. We’ll also emphasize the importance of active service and exploration within the church. Learn how to find ministries that align with your passions, experiment with different areas of service, and ultimately discover the spiritual gifts God has uniquely given you. 0:00 – Introduction  3:48 – How do you discover your spiritual gifts?  4:30 – All believers have spiritual gifts  22:29 – What about spiritual gifts tests?  40:31 – How did we discover our spiritual gifts?  57:21 – Belief/knowledge of the gifts  57:56 – Sovereignty vs human responsibility  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Markus and Iris were just a normal Christian couple from Austria—until everything changed. After attending a deliverance conference in Latvia, Markus was set free from irrational anger, Iris was delivered and healed from years of debilitating endometriosis, and even their daughter was freed from a years-long fear. But as their family experienced powerful breakthrough, their church responded with resistance...  In this powerful and emotional testimony, hear how God met them with undeniable healing and freedom—and how stepping into deliverance cost them. Their story will stir your faith and challenge your assumptions. 00:00 - Introduction 01:18 - Marcus And Iris’ Story  03:01 - Skepticism Of Deliverance  05:08 - Marcus’ Fight With Anger  07:20 - Altar Call For The Spirit Of Anger  08:39 - The Affects Of Deliverance From Anger  09:44 - Iris’ Story Of Endometriosis  12:59 - Iris Delivered From A Spirit misogyny and violence  16:40 - Iris and Marcus’ daughter delivered from a spirit of fear  21:19 - This Testimony Has Brought Difficulty  25:33 - Making Sure Our Experience lines up with Scripture  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is modern evangelism creating false converts? Ray Comfort joins us to expose how we’ve tamed the Gospel and skipped the truth that makes the Good News make sense! Ray Comfort, a voice crying in the wilderness for decades, joins Remnant Radio to deliver a passionate and convicting message that may change how you understand the gospel. He shares his powerful testimony, unpacks the message of Hell’s "Best Kept Secret," and explains why starting with God’s law is essential for real conversion. With wit, urgency, and theological depth, Ray exposes how much of modern evangelism skips the very truth that makes the good news make sense, resulting in countless false converts. Whether you’re a seasoned believer or new to the faith, this conversation will provoke reflection and stir courage. We dive into the biblical distinction between law and Gospel, the fear of God, and why true love cannot ignore the justice of God. If you’ve ever wrestled with how to faithfully share your faith—or wondered why so many “decisions for Christ” don’t bear fruit—this episode is your wake-up call. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Are all deliverance ministry practices created equal? We’re continuing our exploration of different exorcism models, comparing them against the truth of Scripture! In this Remnant Radio episode, we’ll continue to explore the world of deliverance ministry practices. Following up on our previous discussion of the truth encounter model, inner healing model, and the Roman Catholic model (watch that episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-aC2gvFDH0), we’ll examine how different Christian traditions have approached spiritual warfare, exorcism, and casting out demons. We’ll analyze these practices in light of Scripture, helping you develop a biblical framework for casting out demons, understanding spiritual oppression, and effectively ministering deliverance to those in need. This episode is perfect for pastors, ministry leaders, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of spiritual warfare and biblical deliverance. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Should Believers Cast Demons Out of Unbelievers? | Remnant Radio Join us in this episode of Remnant Radio as Michael Miller tackles the controversial question of whether believers should cast demons out of unbelievers. We delve into theological debates, analyze scripture, and explore historical contexts to provide clarity on this topic. Discover the distinctions between Jesus' ministry and the practices of magic incantations and learn how exorcism played a crucial role in early Christian evangelism. Don't miss this insightful discussion on deliverance ministry, spiritual warfare, and the power of the Kingdom of God.  00:00 Introduction: Should Believers Cast Out Demons from Unbelievers? 00:28 Debate: Christians vs. Unbelievers in Deliverance Ministry 01:56 Biblical Context: Jesus and the Strong Man 04:10 Magic Incantations vs. Jesus' Ministry 05:16 Experiential Evidence and Historical Context 07:22 Conclusion and Call to Action ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY:  • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis and Michael Rowntree interview Dr. Tom Wadsworth to explore a controversial question: Is our modern understanding of “worship” truly biblical?  Dr. Wadsworth, a New Testament scholar, argues that what we call “worship services” today is drastically different from the gatherings of the first-century church. Instead of a primarily vertical act of offering praise to God, he proposes that early Christian assemblies focused on mutual edification – building up one another through teaching, encouragement, and the practical application of the “one anothering” commands found throughout the New Testament.  Dr. Wadsworth traces the history of our modern “worship” concept, exploring its roots in the second century and onward, highlighting the influence of Roman Catholic traditions and the evolving understanding of the Lord’s Supper. He also unpacks the crucial distinction between preaching (proclamation to outsiders) and teaching (discipleship within the community), and challenges the assumption that the early church was simply a new version of the Old Testament temple.  0:00 Introduction 7:26 Origin of Worship Language 12:54 Exploring Vertical Lines of Worship in Scripture 18:50 Are We Over-examining the Differences? 26:38 Redefining Worship 33:06 What Did a New Testament Church Look Like? 37:02 A Matter of Purpose? 44:16 Teaching 50:44 Modern Discipleship Practices 53:58 Closing Thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Wadsworth is a New Testament scholar with a PhD from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.  @tomwadsworth   📖RESEARCH https://www.tomwadsworth.com/the-christian-assembly Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What are different deliverance ministry models…and do those practices line up with Scripture? We’re digging into different deliverance ministry practices and comparing them to the Bible! In this Remnant Radio episode, we explore the fascinating (and sometimes controversial) world of deliverance ministry practices. We'll examine how different Christian traditions have approached spiritual warfare, exorcism, and the casting out of demons.  We’ll analyze these practices in light of Scripture, helping you develop a biblical framework for casting out demons, understanding spiritual oppression, and effectively ministering deliverance to those in need.  This episode is perfect for pastors, ministry leaders, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of spiritual warfare and biblical deliverance. 0:00 – Introduction  5:10 – The Truth Encounter Model  9:16 – Strengths & Weaknesses  17:40 – The Inner Healing Model  23:35 – Strengths & Weaknesses  39:43 – The Roman Catholic Model  50:04 – Strengths & Weaknesses  1:06:57 – Closing Thoughts ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY:  • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is it possible for our greatest Christian virtues to become our deadliest vices? Dr. Joe Rigney reveals how untethered empathy threatens to undermine biblical truth and transform compassion into a weapon of manipulation. In this episode of Remnant Radio, Dr. Rigney tackles the controversial intersection of emotions and truth in Christian culture from his new book, The Sin of Empathy: Compassion and Its Counterfeits. From Nazi Germany to modern church leadership, discover why good intentions without biblical boundaries lead to devastating consequences. Join Joshua Lewis and Michael Miller as they explore: • The distinction between biblical compassion and destructive empathy • How empathy without boundaries leads to tribalism • Why good men struggle with women’s displeasure • The connection between empathy and church liberalization • Real-world examples from immigration to abuse ministry Dr. Rigney, fellow of theology at New Saint Andrews College and pastor at Christ Church, provides a biblical framework for maintaining both compassion and conviction in an age of emotional manipulation. 0:00 Introduction: The Sin of Empathy 2:34 The Inspiration for “The Sin of Empathy” & Initial Reactions 6:10 Empathy, Sympathy, & Compassion Defined: Navigating the Nuances 16:44 Cultural Manipulations 21:19 When Feelings Replace God: The Idolatry of Empathy 37:04 The Blindspots of Empathy 41:30 Empathy Leads to Tribalism 50:23 Compassion + Truth VS Untethered Empathy 1:00:17 Final Thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST: BOOK https://a.co/d/8anJpvC Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What if your spiritual gifts are ready, but your character isn’t? From biblical heroes to modern ministry failures, discover why premature promotion can destroy even the most anointed leaders. In this episode of Remnant Radio, we explore the dangerous gap between spiritual gifting and spiritual maturity. Through biblical examples like Joseph and David, we’ll unpack how God often allows a season of preparation between the anointing and the appointment. Whether you’re in ministry leadership, sensing a calling, or simply want to understand God’s preparation process better, this episode provides crucial insights into the relationship between character and calling. Learn why some of God’s most powerful leaders had to wait years between their anointing and their appointment. 0:00 Introduction 6:44 Definitions 13:22 Power for Ministry 17:07 Authority in Christ 23:24 Anointings & Impartations 32:00 Appointed  ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY:  • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Ever wonder if your brain is all there is to you? Join us as we unravel the deep mysteries of the mind with author Stan Wallace, and discover what the Bible, neuroscience, and philosophy say about being truly human. We’re tackling big questions about the mind-body connection, the nature of the soul, and the impact of brain science on our spiritual formation. Stan Wallace, president and CEO of Global Scholars and author of “Have We Lost Our Minds?: Neuroscience, Neurotheology, the Soul, and Human Flourishing," unpacks how his book clarifies common misconceptions in neurotheology and provides a robust biblical anthropology.  Discover why understanding the distinction between the brain and the soul is crucial for spiritual growth, effective Christian ministry, and even navigating modern issues like AI and human identity. This discussion will equip you with a deeper understanding of human nature, spiritual formation, and the profound implications of our beliefs about the mind. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in faith and science, Christian apologetics, spiritual growth, and a deeper understanding of Christianity’s view of the human person. 0:00 Introduction: The Mind - Have We Lost It? 3:06 Setting the Framework for “Have We Lost Our Minds?” 6:00 Exploring the Errors of Neurotheologians 10:59 Addressing the Statement “We are a soul and have a body” 16:18 Analogy for Mind and Body 19:06 Understanding the Brain’s Function 29:23 Philosophical Arguments for Mind-Brain Distinction 41:04 Human Anthropology and Dichotomy/Trichotomy 49:01 Practical Implications: Loving God & Others 1:01:01 Sign Off ABOUT GUEST: BOOK https://stanwallace.org/have-we-lost-our-minds/ Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can someone operate in real spiritual power and still be in rebellion against God? We’re exploring the uncomfortable truth about powerful, yet morally compromised, figures in the Bible and the modern charismatic movement. In this challenging episode of Remnant Radio, we tackle a provocative topic crucial for Christian discernment: “Gifted but Unsanctified.” We’ll take a hard, biblical look at figures like Samson and Balaam – individuals who clearly operated in supernatural power and spiritual gifts, yet were deeply flawed and morally compromised. What do their powerful stories tell us about the intersection of spiritual gifts and personal holiness? We’ll draw crucial lessons for today’s church, especially concerning Christian leaders and individuals in the charismatic movement who may display prophetic gifts, healing gifts, or other gifts of the Spirit but lack in Christian character. Join us for a candid discussion on discerning true spiritual authority and the imperative of sanctification alongside divine gifting. This episode is vital for anyone interested in charismatic theology, spiritual maturity, and avoiding charismatic excesses. 0:00 Introduction 3:10 Saved Yet Compromised 10:33 Spiritual Gifts Don’t Equal God’s Approval 18:34 Unsaved Yet Gifted 23:07 Matthew 7 30:04 Spiritual Gifts Vs. Character 32:36 Ambiguous Examples 37:54 Transformed 43:38 Gifts Not Irrevocable 45:54 Charasmaticism INTRO TO THEOLOGY COURSE: 💥GET $50 OFF: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-christian-theology-special-offer  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

The global church is exploding with growth and miracles, but what’s their secret? We sit down with Ryan Skoog, founder of Venture & Co, to uncover how radical prayer, not just leadership principles, is fueling a worldwide revival. Ryan’s ministry works in the “three UNs”—UNsafe, UNreached, and UNresourced parts of the world, where partners face persecution and miracles are commonplace. He shares eye-opening insights from his book, Lead With Prayer, revealing how the fastest-growing churches on earth are powered by a deep, authentic prayer life. Join us as we dive into: ✅The shocking truth about prayer among Western leaders: Why more experience and education often lead to less prayer. ✅“Friendship First”: How dynamic prayer lives are built on simply “wasting time” with Jesus, not just a laundry list of requests. ✅Crafting a Day with God: Practical rhythms and habits to integrate prayer throughout your day, from morning psalms to blessing strangers. ✅From Spiritual Warfare to Miracles: Ryan shares a raw, personal story of how daily communion transformed his family’s battle with demonic nightmares and saved his business during COVID. ✅Prayer Forges Courage: Discover how spending time in God’s presence equips leaders to make tough decisions with humble confidence (hear the wild story of Ryan’s dad!). ✅Communal Prayer & Maximum Yield: How individual prayer ignites corporate movements, and how discerning God’s will through prayer can lead to unprecedented fruitfulness in ministry and life. This conversation will challenge your assumptions about what prayer can be and inspire you to engage with God in a more profound, transformational way. Take the Bible seriously, but learn not to take yourself too seriously, as we explore the radical middle of Word + Spirit. 0:00 Introduction: Ryan Skoog on Prayer 2:57 Inspiration for the Book on Prayer 5:57 Western Church & Dependence on the Spirit 9:47 Prayer Vs. Functional Atheism 18:08 Rhythms of Prayer 28:37 Humility & Western Culture 32:04 The Right Steps to Cultivate Prayer 41:13 Rewiring the Brain 45:50 How to Make It Meaningful 50:00 How to Create a Culture of Prayer 58:45 Closing Thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST: BOOK & RESOURCES https://www.leadwithprayer.com/ Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Have you ever wondered what the Baptism of the Holy Spirit truly means? Join us as we journey through the Bible to bring clarity to this powerful Christian doctrine, exploring its Old Testament roots and New Testament fulfillment. In this episode, we unravel the biblical texts that define the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, from Acts of the Apostles to Paul’s epistles. We’ll tackle the nuances of indwelling vs. empowerment, the significance of Pentecost, and the Old Testament prophecies that foretold the New Covenant outpouring of the Holy Spirit.  We'll examine: ✅ The core debate: Is the Baptism of the Holy Spirit a subsequent or simultaneous experience with conversion?  ✅ The classical Pentecostal position and their key proof texts from Acts, including the role of tongues and spiritual gifts.  ✅ The prophetic connection between baptism with fire and God’s judgment or purification.  ✅ A crucial dive into 1 Corinthians 12:13, clarifying the Baptism of the Holy Spirit as a salvific event that unites all believers into Christ’s body.  ✅ The historical context of Acts 2 and Acts 8 (Jews & Samaritans) versus Acts 10 (Gentiles) and why it matters for our understanding today.  ✅ The significance of the Day of Pentecost and its powerful parallels with Old Testament events, inaugurating the New Covenant.  ✅The crucial question: Is this just a semantic debate, or does it profoundly impact church unity, the gifts of the Spirit, and how we view fellow believers? (No “two-tiered Christians” here!)  ✅ Our concise definition of the Baptism of the Holy Spirit from a “Radical Middle” perspective. This discussion will equip you to understand this vital theological topic with clarity, charity, and a deeper appreciation for the power of the Holy Spirit in every believer’s life. 0:00 Intro: Baptism of the Holy Spirit 4:42 The Core Debate: Subsequent or Simultaneous? 6:52 Classical Pentecostal View & Proof Texts 19:39 Baptism with Fire: Judgment or Purification? 32:38 Acts 2, 8 vs. Acts 10: Historical Context 44:16 Pentecost & the New Covenant 50:53 Semantics or Real Division? 59:28 A “Radical Middle” Definition Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Do you feel stuck, dry, or disconnected in your prayer life—and don’t know why? In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis and Michael Rowntree sit down with Jeremy Linneman, pastor and author of Pour Out Your Heart: Discovering Joy, Strength, and Intimacy with God through Prayer, to uncover the forgotten prayer practices that the modern church has left behind—and why we desperately need to recover them. Jeremy shares how his own church became a praying church, and how practices like lament, praying the Psalms, intercessory emotion, and even liturgical prayer have reshaped not only his community, but his own intimacy with God. We also explore how the Western church’s pursuit of positivity has stripped prayer of honesty, grief, and depth, leaving believers spiritually malnourished. If your prayer life feels mechanical, emotionless, or shallow—this conversation could change everything. 🔑 In this episode: Why lament is essential to spiritual maturity How liturgical and spontaneous prayer work together What the Psalms teach us about real prayer Rebuilding church culture around prayer Recovering joy, strength, and intimacy with God 00:00 – Intro and Why Prayer Feels Empty 05:42 – Building a Praying Church 10:50 – Balancing Liturgical Prayers & Emotion 16:57 - Laments 22:47 - Old Testament vs New Testament Prayers 27:16 - Thankfulness 31:25 – Watchfulness/Expectancy 34:31 - Rejoicing 36:38 - Learning to Confess 44:26 - Balancing Emotions Vs Trusting God's Sovereignty 54:06 - What Does It Look Like to Pray the Psalms? 57:20 - Closing Thoughts ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK: https://a.co/d/61ZZ1Qm Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can Prophets Be Pastored? | Navigating Prophecy and Church Authority in the Charismatic Movement - Ever seen a prophet go rogue, claiming “God told me!” to bypass church leaders? We’re exploring the essential question of prophetic submission and healthy church culture. In this episode of Remnant Radio, Josh Lewis, Michael Miller, and Michael Rowntree tackle a pressing question facing many charismatic churches today: Can prophetic people submit to local church leadership? Or more provocatively — what happens when prophets refuse to be pastored? Too often, prophets are seen as untouchable figures who “hear directly from God” and use that perceived authority to bypass or even challenge pastoral leadership. We examine this cultural phenomenon in light of Scripture, offering pastoral insight, biblical parameters, and real-life stories from their own churches and ministries. We explore: * The dangers of prophetic elitism and spiritual manipulation * Biblical models of submission to elders and church order * When prophecy becomes a platform for rebellion * Historic abuses from movements like Montanism * The necessity of protocols, testing, and known character * How churches can cultivate a healthy prophetic culture without quenching the Spirit If your church operates in the gifts of the Spirit — especially prophecy — this is a must-watch conversation. You'll walk away with practical wisdom on how to encourage the prophetic while protecting your church from division, doctrinal confusion, and cult-like authoritarianism. 00:00:00 Intro: Can Prophets Be Pastored? 00:03:22 Addressing Prophets Struggling with Church Authority 00:16:15 Protocol for Prophetic Ministry 00:20:05 Biblical Parameters 00:31:49 Mutual Submission & Submission to Church Leadership 00:54:20 Conclusion: Spirit and Order in the Local Church Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when doctors say it’s over, but God says not yet? 🔥 We’re diving into medically documented, present-day miracles. In this episode of Remnant Radio, we sit down with journalist and filmmaker Billy Hallowell who takes us behind the scenes of his powerful new documentary, Investigating the Supernatural. This film explores real-life miracle claims with journalistic rigor and theological curiosity, featuring stories that challenge skeptics and inspire faith. One story stands above the rest: Jeff Markin, a man declared medically dead for 40 minutes only to be miraculously revived after a doctor—heard a divine prompting to pray. Medically documented. Spiritually profound. Could it really be a miracle? Join us as we explore: 🧠 Why even skeptics should take modern miracle claims seriously 📖 What Scripture says about God’s power to heal today 🩺 How medical professionals are responding to the miraculous 🌍 Why miracles seem more common in some parts of the world than others 🙏 The tension between faith, unanswered prayers, and God's sovereignty 🎥 Behind-the-scenes insights from the making of Investigating the Supernatural, including interviews with Craig Keener, Sam Storms, Lee Strobel, and Candy Brown Whether you're a charismatic believer, a curious cessationist, or somewhere in between, this conversation will challenge your categories and spark a fresh hunger for the power of God. 00:00 Introduction   05:25 The Story of Jeff Markin   13:20 Are Miracles Happening Today?  16:27 Do Some Believers See More Miracles? 24:30 Miracle at a Healing Conference 27:57 How Do You Know When to Pursue Healing & When to Stop? 31:40 The Story of Christopher Gunderson  34:36 How Did You Verify These Miracles? 38:51 Does Your Theology Inhibit Your Faith? 41:19 What is the Church's Responsibility? 46:16 Final Reflections on Belief and Healing  ABOUT THE GUEST: MOVIE TRAILER https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vzsP1H8VXY BUY MOVIE https://www.cbn.com/supernatural Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Generational curses… are they a real thing the Bible talks about or something new? 🤔 We’re jumping into Alisa Childers’ video and getting real about the tough questions. You might have seen Alisa Childers’ video on generational curses, and we wanted to jump in with a friendly, scriptural response. We fully respect Alisa’s heart for handling the Bible carefully, and we’re bringing that same energy to this conversation about generational curses and deliverance ministry. We’re going to unpack some of the big questions that came up. Like, do people who need deliverance actually ask for it? Is this whole deliverance thing a new idea, or is it biblical? Did Jesus always make people repent before casting out demons? We’ll also dig into some classic Bible verses that get brought up, like Exodus 20 and Ezekiel 18, and figure out if they’re describing something or commanding something. Plus, we’ll look at what Neil Anderson and Sam Storms have to say about generational curses, and we’ll even touch on that tricky question: can a Christian actually have a generational curse?  Our goal here is to help you think through these often-debated topics in a way that’s solid and biblical. We want you to feel confident in your discernment and have a balanced understanding of generational curses and deliverance ministry, all rooted in the truth of God’s Word. Come hang out with us as we dive in! 0:00 Introduction 3:38 Thoughts on Generational Curses 7:10 Clip 1: Deliverance Ministry as a Modern Fad 19:35 Clip 2: Neil Anderson and Generational Sins 1:05:46 Clip 3: Generational Sins and Demonization Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is Communion just a ritual, or something more? 🤔 Join us as we uncover the supernatural reality of this sacred meal. At Remnant Radio, we absolutely love talking about the sacraments, especially Communion! In some Protestant traditions, these practices unfortunately have taken a backseat to preaching and worship. But what is the true significance of this holy meal? In this episode, we’re re-examining Communion and diving into its rich, biblical meaning. We’ll explore: ✅ The supernatural reality of Communion – it’s not just symbolic!  ✅ Beautiful pictures of Communion in Scripture: from manna in the wilderness to the Marriage Supper of the Lamb.  ✅ How Communion is a powerful means of grace, embodying the presence of Christ.  ✅ Why this sacrament is essential, not just an optional ritual.  ✅ Its purpose and function in the life of the believer and the church. This conversation is for anyone who wants to understand and experience Communion in a deeper, more meaningful way. Let’s elevate the sacraments and rediscover the incredible gift we have in this meal! Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when a prophetic word doesn’t come true? 🤔 This episode is for anyone who’s faced the pain of prophetic disillusionment. The prophetic word can bring incredible hope and direction, but what do we do when it doesn’t come to pass the way we expected? In this episode of Remnant Radio, we’re having a candid and compassionate conversation about the reality of prophetic disillusionment. We'll explore: ✅ The pain of spiritual discouragement and soul fatigue when promises seem delayed or unfulfilled.  ✅ Why prophetic words sometimes miss the mark or are misunderstood.  ✅ How to biblically process disappointment and navigate tough questions.  ✅ Practical ways to shepherd yourself and others through prophetic disillusionment with grace and truth.  ✅ Finding renewed hope and trust in God, even when things don’t go as planned. This isn’t about dismissing the prophetic, but about building resilience and faith in the midst of challenging experiences. Whether you’ve personally experienced prophetic disillusionment or want to help others who have, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement. ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY:  • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What is Second Blessing Theology, and is it biblical? Joshua Lewis unpacks the classical Pentecostal belief that Spirit baptism is a distinct, subsequent event after salvation—often evidenced by speaking in tongues. While Josh is a continuationist who speaks in tongues and values the gifts of the Spirit, he challenges key elements of Second Blessing Theology and the doctrine of initial physical evidence. 📖 We’ll examine the strongest scriptural arguments used to support this view—Acts 2, Acts 8, and Acts 19—and test whether they truly teach a second experience of the Spirit after conversion. We’ll also explore the deeper meaning of Pentecost as the inauguration of the New Covenant, not just a charismatic encounter. Whether you’re a committed Pentecostal, a curious continuationist, or a cautious skeptic, this episode will help you think theologically, engage Scripture deeply, and pursue the Spirit without dividing the body of Christ. 0:00 Introduction 1:34 Defining Terms 4:50 Acts 2 is the Inauguration of the New Covenant 11:16 Responding to the Strongest Second Blessing Proof Text INTRO TO THEOLOGY COURSE: 💥GET $50 OFF: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-christian-theology-special-offer  Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Think Pentecostal history starts and ends with Azusa Street? Get ready to uncover powerful, historical revivals you’ve never heard of! Dr. David Gustafson, a leading historian, professor, and chair of mission and evangelism at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, shares insights from his book, “Revising Pentecostal History.” Join us as we dive into: ✅ Beyond Azusa: Significant pre-Azusa revivals (Chicago, Minnesota, Dakotas).  ✅ Scandinavian Roots: Powerful moves among Scandinavian immigrants & their global impact.  ✅ Hidden Figures: Meet forgotten pioneers like TB Barrett & Levi Petrus.  ✅ Proto-Pentecostalism: Earlier movements with similar spiritual manifestations.  ✅ Navigating Scandals: A candid look at challenges within the movement.  ✅ Latter Rain Impact: How this movement affected Scandinavian American Pentecostals.  ✅ Lessons from History: Seeking, stewarding, and expecting God to move again. This conversation challenges the common narrative and reminds us that God has been powerfully at work in surprising places and through unexpected people throughout history. It’s a must-watch for anyone interested in church history, revival, or the global move of the Spirit! ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK: https://a.co/d/1Y89AgB Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Does deliverance ministry have to be dramatic, chaotic, and just plain weird? 🤔 In this episode of Remnant Radio, we’re pulling back the curtain on deliverance ministry and exploring a biblical, balanced, and healthy approach to setting captives free. Forget the circus and the cringe-worthy antics. Genuine deliverance is powerful, but it doesn’t require sensationalism.  Join us as we discuss:  ✅ What the Bible actually teaches about demonic oppression and deliverance.  ✅ How to approach deliverance ministry with wisdom, discernment, and love.  ✅ Avoiding common pitfalls and excesses in deliverance practices.  ✅ The role of prayer, faith, and the authority of Christ.  ✅ Building a healthy foundation for spiritual freedom. If you’re curious about deliverance, have been put off by negative examples, or want to learn how to minister freedom in a biblically sound way, this episode is for you. Let’s explore how to see captives set free without the weirdness! 0:00 Introduction 2:46 Deliverance Is Weird 4:58 Two Definitions of Weird 8:36 Demonic Activity & Oppression Is Real 16:15 Demonization & Open Doors 25:46 What Did the Church Fathers Believe? 31:25 Exorcism or Deliverance Ministry? 35:29 How Do We Cast Out a Demon? 54:50 C Peter Wagner Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

When someone shares a prophetic word, how do you know it’s really from God? Joshua Lewis explores one of the most important—and often misunderstood—topics in the charismatic world: how to test prophecy biblically. Too often, Christians fall into the trap of either uncritically embracing any “prophetic word” or cynically rejecting genuine words from the Lord. But Scripture commands us to “test everything; hold fast what is good” (1 Thessalonians 5:21). In this video, Joshua unpacks: ✅ Why testing prophecy is essential for a healthy church ✅ Key biblical criteria for discerning true prophecy from deception ✅ Common errors in modern prophetic practices, including syncretism, numerology, and “fortune cookie” prophecies ✅ The role of spiritual community and accountability in weighing prophecy ✅ How prophetic words should always align with Scripture, the character of God, and the historic Christian faith Whether you’re a pastor, a prophetic minister, or a believer navigating today’s prophetic movements, this episode will equip you with solid biblical tools to discern what is truly from the Spirit of God. 0:00 – Intro: How to Test Prophecy 3:35 – Is The Prophecy Biblical? 9:44 – What Is the Source Of The Prophecy? 15:21 – Can The Prophecy Even Be Tested? 21:14 – Test All Things in Community. 24:15 – What Is the Doctrine Of The Prophet? 28:32 – What Is the Character Of The Prophet? 32:04 – What Is the Track Record Of The Prophet? INTRO TO THEOLOGY COURSE: 💥GET $50 OFF: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-christian-theology-special-offer  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

1 Peter was written to believers facing unimaginable persecution-from torture and crucifixions to even being burned alive and used as human torches in Nero's gardens. What can we learn from these first century believers?  The book of 1 Peter is a powerful guide for navigating suffering for your faith. In this episode of Remnant Radio, we sit down with leading New Testament scholar Dr. Craig Keener to discuss his commentary on 1 Peter and explore its incredibly relevant message for believers today. Dr. Keener unpacks how the original recipients of 1 Peter were called “foreigners” and “resident aliens,” a term that highlighted their vulnerable status in a hostile world, especially in the face of impending persecution. We dive into crucial themes directly related to suffering and persecution, including: -Seeing ourselves as “foreigners” in this world. -How suffering for Christ became a badge of honor. -Responding to mistreatment with Christlike love, not retaliation. -Standing firm against Satan’s attempts to make us fall away through pressure. ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK: https://a.co/d/8gh3af5 ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY:  • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Do you know what to look for in a TRUE prophet? It’s more than just accurate prophecies… In fact, Deuteronomy 13:1-5 shows us that a false prophet WILL have accurate prophecies, signs and wonders. So how can we tell the difference between true and false prophets? In this episode of Remnant Radio, we’re going back to the Old Testament prophets to examine the essential patterns we should be looking for in modern prophetic ministry. We dive deep into why true prophets not only practice right doctrine, but also have the courage to call out false doctrine. Learn: -The characteristics of true prophets in the Old Testament. -Why doctrinal faithfulness is the ultimate test of genuine prophecy (even over fulfilled predictions!). -How true prophets confront and expose false teaching. -Applying these ancient, vital patterns to modern prophetic ministry. -Cultivating robust discernment in the charismatic movement. If you want biblical wisdom on identifying true prophecy and protecting yourself from false teaching, this episode is essential.  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when a crime novelist steeped in atheism starts asking hard questions about good, evil, and the meaning of life? In this episode of Remnant Radio,  @AndrewKlavan  —bestselling author, Daily Wire host, and former atheist—reveals how reading some of the darkest literature in Western history unexpectedly paved his road to Christ. From Dostoevsky’s Crime and Punishment to the disturbing philosophies of the Marquis de Sade, Klavan shares how the reality of evil pointed him toward objective moral truth—and ultimately, the beauty of the Gospel. This is not your typical testimony; it’s a mind-bending journey through murder, meaning, and redemption. We also unpack Klavan’s latest book, The Kingdom of Cain: Finding God in the Literature of Darkness, where he argues that some of the most haunting stories in art and culture can become unlikely tools of grace. Can Christians engage deeply with stories of depravity without compromising their faith? Is modern Christian art too safe to be spiritually transformative? And why is beauty, even when born from evil, such a powerful witness to truth? This episode is a bold invitation to think more deeply about art, suffering, and the soul. Don’t miss it. 00:00 – Intro: Why Talk About Murder and Faith? 03:42 – Finding God in the Literature of Darkness 07:38 – The Philosopher Who Drove Klavan Away from Atheism 11:24 – Can Evil Stories Lead to Salvation? 15:30 – Why Shallow Christian Art Fails the Church 19:18 – What Makes Dark Stories Spiritually Powerful 23:02 – How Crime and Punishment Changed Klavan’s Soul 28:15 – The Crisis of Evangelical Storytelling 33:10 – Rules vs. Stories: Why Jesus Taught in Parables 38:06 – Drawing the Line: When Art Becomes Corrupt 44:20 – From Hollywood to Holiness: Klavan's Turning Point 51:00 – Final Thoughts: Why Christians Must Engage the Darkness ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK https://a.co/d/3CPfLVG Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Are modern prophets hearing from God or just reading headlines? Part 2 of our deep-dive into national prophetic words for 2025 examines claims from Joseph Z and Amanda Grace. We continue our biblical analysis of prominent 2025 prophetic declarations. Building on our previous examination, we’ll provide practical tools for testing prophetic words while maintaining a balanced, Scripture-based approach to modern prophecy. Key topics include: • Testing specific 2025 prophecies • Distinguishing divine revelation from current events analysis • Biblical standards for evaluating prophetic words • Understanding true vs. false prophecy • Developing prophetic discernment • Examining prophetic accountability • Practical tools for testing prophecies • Maintaining charismatic integrity Whether you’re charismatic, cautious, or simply seeking biblical wisdom about modern prophecy, this episode provides essential training for navigating today’s prophetic landscape. Learn how to test everything while holding fast to what is good (1 Thess 5:21). WATCH PART 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ql5DMYJuJBg&t=3248s 0:00 Introduction 4:21 Motives for Testing Prophecy 7:40 Reviewing Joseph Z 45:44 Reviewing Amanda Grace Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is your church drifting into dangerous territory? In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis exposes four major red flags that signal when a church culture is becoming toxic, manipulative, and cult-like. From authoritarian leadership and elitist indoctrination to behavioral control and fear-based intimidation, these warning signs aren’t just unhealthy—they’re unbiblical. Many believers find themselves in high-control church environments without realizing it, often because of powerful experiences, spiritual language, and the promise of revival. But when the fruit is fear, silence, and control, it’s time to take a closer look. This video isn’t just for those sitting in the pews—it’s for pastors and church leaders too. Even if you’ve never endorsed these patterns from the pulpit, they can still spread within your community through unchecked leaders, small groups, or rogue ministries. As shepherds, we’re called to protect the flock, not to dominate it. Join us as we explore what real, Christlike leadership looks like—and how to discern whether your church is cultivating spiritual health or harboring spiritual abuse. 00:00 – Introduction: When Good Churches Go Bad 02:04 – Red Flag #1: Authoritarian Leadership 11:58 – Red Flag #2: Indoctrination, Isolation, and Elitism 20:18 – Red Flag #3: Behavioral Control Masquerading as Discipleship 27:08 – Red Flag #4: Fear, Intimidation, and Spiritual Abuse 35:00 – Final Thoughts: Real Leadership Looks Like Jesus Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What if the Bible’s story didn’t start in Genesis, but in eternity past? Discover the eternal covenant between Father and Son that shapes all of Scripture and salvation history.  In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis sits down with Dr. Ryan McGraw, professor of systematic theology at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, to unpack the powerful doctrine of Covenant Theology.  But this isn’t just about ancient agreements—it’s about the eternal plan of salvation crafted before time began. Dr. McGraw lays out the “covenant of redemption,” the intra-Trinitarian agreement between the Father and the Son to redeem a people through the perfect obedience and atoning death of Christ. This covenant provides the foundation for everything that unfolds in redemptive history—from Adam’s failure under the covenant of works, to the unfolding covenant of grace that culminates in Christ and continues through the Church. Together, they trace the storyline of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation, showing how the theme of covenant brings coherence and clarity to God’s dealings with His people. You’ll hear how the law reveals not just commands, but the very character of God; how the gospel is embedded even in the earliest pages of the Old Testament; and how the biblical distinction between the seed of the woman and the seed of the serpent runs throughout all redemptive history. Whether you’re new to covenant theology or looking to deepen your theological roots, this episode will help you see that the Bible is not a disjointed anthology—but a breathtaking, unified narrative of God’s eternal purpose in Christ.  ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK: https://a.co/d/3pURRRB  00:00 – Introduction 01:20 – Dr. McGraw's Background in Ministry & Academia 02:30 – Covenant Theology: A Blessing You Didn’t Know You Needed 04:45 – What Is a Covenant? 07:15 – God’s Character in the Law & the Gospel 10:00 – Covenant of Works, Grace, and Redemption Explained 14:30 – The Unity of Scripture in Covenant Theology 18:10 – Typology and the Shadows of Christ 22:45 – Seed of the Woman vs. Seed of the Serpent 27:00 – Distinguishing Covenant Members: External vs. Internal 30:00 – Christ’s Obedience and the Covenant of Works 34:20 – Covenant of Redemption vs. Covenant of Grace 39:00 – Old Covenant vs. New Covenant 43:15 – Assurance in Covenant Theology 47:40 – Discipleship and Covenant Application 52:30 – Is Covenant Theology Just for Presbyterians? 58:15 – Growing in Grace Through the Covenant 1:02:15 – Sacraments & Covenant Theology 1:08:45 – Final Reflections & Book Info Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is it prophecy, political forecasting or wishful thinking? How do we separate divine revelation from educated guessing? We're examining and testing national prophetic words given for 2025. In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller & Michael Rowntree lead a biblical analysis of national prophetic declarations for 2025 from Perry Stone and Julie Green. As we review their specific prophecies for 2025, we'll discuss: • Distinguishing divine prophecy from political guestimates • The use of "prophetic tools" such as Hebrew calendar, Hebrew alphabet and biblical numerology • Testing modern prophetic words biblically  • Maintaining prophetic accountability • Charismatic discernment in modern times Whether you’re charismatic, skeptical, or simply seeking biblical wisdom about testing prophecy, this episode provides essential insights for navigating today’s prophetic landscape. Join us as we hold fast to what is good while testing everything (1 Thess 5:21). Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Where do we stand on the Dr. Michael Brown investigation & reinstatement? Michael Miller shares a heartfelt response on Remnant Radio. In this episode, we address one of the more painful and controversial topics we’ve covered: the recent investigation into Dr. Michael Brown and his reinstatement by Mercy Culture Church in Fort Worth, Texas, under the leadership of Pastor Landon Schott. As one of the most visible figures in the charismatic and evangelical world, Dr. Brown’s influence has shaped thousands—including us. But recent findings in the independent FireFly report have brought serious allegations of spiritual and emotional misconduct into the light. In this short but direct video, Michael Miller offers a heartfelt and honest response to the scandal, the investigation, and especially the decision by Mercy Culture Church to restore Dr. Brown to ministry with what many have called stunning speed and minimal accountability. What do we do when a leader we’ve admired is credibly accused? What does true mercy look like? And what should disqualify a pastor from ministry? We’ll also examine the public statements made by both Landon Schott and the Line of Fire board, asking whether these responses reflect biblical integrity or institutional self-preservation. This episode is for anyone wrestling with the tension between grace and truth, restoration and responsibility. If you’ve ever listened to Michael Brown on Remnant Radio and wondered where we now stand, this is our answer. 👉 For more context, watch our full-length interview with Ron Cantor, who was among the first to raise whistleblower concerns.  https://www.youtube.com/live/YwoLTysfNrE?si=6xhXB082M4qBC8DG Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when two theological giants who love Jesus have a FIERY public fallout? 🔥 The forgotten conflict between Puritans John Owen and Richard Baxter holds a sobering lesson for today. In this episode of Remnant Radio, we sit down with Dr. Tim Cooper, a leading scholar on 17th-century Puritanism, to unpack the intense disagreement between Owen and Baxter—two titans of the post-Reformation era. Despite their shared love for Christ, Scripture, and the Gospel, their clash over salvation, church structure, and Christian ethics led to a public split that fractured the Puritan movement. Their story shows us how pride, personality, and past wounds can tragically impact even important theological debates. But this isn’t just fascinating history! This episode is a direct challenge to today’s church. As theological disputes rage online and in person, the Owen–Baxter conflict raises urgent questions for us: -How should believers navigate public disagreement biblically? -When does contending for truth accidentally lead to unnecessary division? -What kind of Christ-like character must accompany our doctrine? If you’ve ever wrestled with how to hold strong convictions while still loving others and avoiding toxic conflict, this conversation is for you.  ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK: https://a.co/d/9yrvp4C Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Did the Line of Fire Elder Accountability Board get it wrong? Ron Cantor joins us to expose what he calls critical flaws and inconsistencies in their report on Dr. Michael Brown, raising serious questions about the board’s conclusions and motivations. Join us as Ron Cantor meticulously examines the Line of Fire Elder Accountability Board report, alleging a pattern of misrepresented facts, a failure to address critical power dynamics, and a deeply concerning lack of trauma-informed care. We’ll delve into specific examples from the report, including: -Inconsistencies in Dr. Brown’s Statements -Misrepresentation of Sarah’s Testimony -The Missing Element: Power Differential -Trauma-Informed Care Failure -The Question of Due Process This episode is not about assigning guilt but about pursuing truth and accountability. We’ll be asking the hard questions, examining the evidence, and seeking to understand whether the Line of Fire Elder Accountability Board report truly served the interests of justice and healing for all involved. ABOUT THE GUEST: Ron Cantor's full response: https://www.roncantor.com/responding-to-dr-michael-brown-s-elder Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can getting a tattoo open the door to demonic oppression? Some deliverance ministers claim tattoos are a guaranteed gateway to demonization—but is that actually biblical? In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis explores whether tattoos are inherently sinful, whether they can invite spiritual oppression, and what Scripture truly says about “open doors” and “legal rights” in spiritual warfare. Along the way, we look at Ephesians 4, Leviticus 19, Isaiah 44, and insights from scholars like Dr. Clint Arnold and Dr. Gordon Wenham. We also survey ancient Near Eastern practices, church history (including tattooed Coptic Christians), and examine real-life testimonies of deliverance linked to tattoos. ⚠️ This isn’t a clickbait scare tactic—it’s a serious theological conversation aimed at clarity, not controversy. 🔍 Topics Covered: - Do tattoos violate God’s moral law? - Are tattoos a form of idolatry or pagan worship? - What does “giving the devil a foothold” actually mean? - What kind of tattoos might invite demonic activity? - Are all tattoos off-limits, or does intent matter? Whether you have tattoos, are considering one, or are just curious about the deliverance debate, this video is for you. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Modern apologetics is losing its grip on culture - but what if Augustine, writing during Rome’s collapse, already solved our biggest evangelism challenges?  In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis explores why traditional Christian apologetics is failing to connect with our post-Christian culture. Joined by scholars Josh Chatraw and Mark D. Allen, authors of Apologetics at the Cross: An Introduction to Christian Witness, we uncover how Augustine’s methods during Rome’s collapse may provide answers for our current cultural challenges. Key topics include: • Why rational arguments alone aren’t enough anymore • Augustine’s pastoral approach to cultural engagement • Addressing expressive individualism in evangelism • Converting hearts in a skeptical age • Practical strategies for modern apologetics • Learning from early church wisdom Whether you’re a pastor seeking to reach your community, an evangelist adapting to cultural shifts, or simply interested in effective Christian witness, this episode provides crucial insights for sharing faith in today’s world. Discover how Augustine’s ancient wisdom might be the key to modern evangelism. ABOUT THE GUESTS: 📖BOOK: https://a.co/d/1pOqhkI Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is the Catholic Church at a crossroads? With Pope Francis’s passing and growing divisions over doctrine, many are asking if we’re witnessing the beginnings of a new Catholic reformation. Joshua Lewis and Michael Miller welcome former Catholic and apologetics expert Mike Shreve to examine this pivotal moment in church history. As cardinals prepare to elect a new Pope, we explore the deep tensions within Catholicism between traditional doctrine and modern reforms. Key topics include: • The significance of papal authority and titles • Controversial aspects of Pope Francis’s legacy • Understanding the papal selection process • Growing divisions over universalism and interfaith dialogue • The future of Catholic-Protestant relations • Biblical examination of Marian doctrines • The tension between tradition and Scripture Whether you’re Catholic, Protestant, or simply interested in understanding this historic moment, this episode provides crucial insights into the future of Catholicism. Join us as we examine these challenges through both Protestant and Catholic perspectives, always seeking truth with grace and biblical wisdom. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Biblical deliverance ministry or dangerous practices? Is Kathryn Krick setting people free or creating a cult-like culture? From "sowing seeds" for blessings to questionable theology and more, we’re analyzing the controversial ministry of self-proclaimed apostle Kathryn Krick. Join us as we evaluate this influential ministry through the lens of Scripture while maintaining our commitment to both Word and Spirit. We'll examine why Kathryn Krick’s ministry has raised red flags.  Whether you’re concerned about modern deliverance practices, seeking biblical discernment, or simply wanting to understand the difference between authentic and "theatrical" spiritual warfare, this episode provides crucial insights.  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is the Catholic Church heading toward another Reformation? With Pope Francis’s passing and unprecedented changes in Rome, conservative Catholics are speaking of schism while others pray for revival. In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller, and special guest Mike Shreve (author and evangelist for The Catholic Project) examine the critical crossroads facing the Catholic Church. From the controversial legacy of blessing same-sex couples to the Pachamama ritual controversies, we explore how recent Vatican decisions have left many Catholics deeply divided. We’ll unpack the historical significance of papal authority, examining how traditional titles like “Vicar of Christ” and “Pontifex Maximus” shape Catholic doctrine. Through careful analysis of recent Vatican controversies and growing resistance from traditional Catholics, we’ll explore striking parallels between today’s tensions and the conditions that sparked the Protestant Reformation. This episode provides crucial insights into one of today’s most significant religious developments. Join us as we examine these challenges through both Protestant and Catholic perspectives, seeking truth with grace and biblical wisdom. INTRO TO THEOLOGY COURSE: 💥GET $50 OFF: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-christian-theology-special-offer  Why We're Still Protesting Rome: Interview with Gavin Ortlund https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inIIadwXAUk Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can you discern between authentic prophecy and divination? Many Christians can’t. Knowing the difference isn’t just important - it’s essential for your spiritual safety. It’s never been more urgent to distinguish between Christian prophecy empowered by the Holy Spirit and New Age occult practices that masquerade as divine revelation.  In this episode of The Remnant Radio, we’ll tackle the often blurred lines between prophetic gifts and occult practices. Drawing from Leviticus 19, Acts 16, and 1 Corinthians 14, we’ll equip you with:  •  Biblical foundations for testing supernatural experiences  •  Warning signs of counterfeit spirituality  •  Practical tools for discerning God’s voice  •  Protection against deceptive spiritual practices INTRO TO THEOLOGY COURSE: 💥GET $50 OFF: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-christian-theology-special-offer  New Age & the Charismatic Movement: Interview with Steven Bancarz https://youtu.be/sOTdC5LnrVA Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

When spiritual gifts become spiritual chains: YouTube’s Allen Parr joins us to expose how false teachings are holding believers captive to unbiblical requirements. In this powerful episode of Remnant Radio, Josh Lewis and Michael Rowntree sit down with Allen Parr, creator of The Beat and author of Misled: 7 Lies That Distort the Gospel. We explore the heart of false gospel messages that have crept into the charismatic and Pentecostal movements—touching on everything from tongues without interpretation, to the health and wealth gospel, to the dangerous claim that speaking in tongues is necessary for salvation.  We discuss how teachings that seem biblical on the surface can lead believers far from the gospel clarity found in Christ alone.  If you're wrestling with discernment in the church or questioning teachings on spiritual gifts, seed faith doctrine, or the role of the Holy Spirit, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. 00:00 – Introduction  04:00 – The Danger of False Gospels in the Church 05:00 – Is Tongues a Test of Salvation? 09:00 – Why Tongues Is Elevated in Some Churches 18:30 – Wealth, Faith, and the Gospel 29:00 – When Healing Doesn’t Come: Real Stories 36:00 – Are We Guaranteed Healing? 42:00 – Tongues, Healing, and Misused Categories 52:00 – What Makes a Gospel "False"? 60:00 – Final Thoughts: Sound Theology & Hermeneutics  ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK: https://a.co/d/ao9wx1u INTRO TO THEOLOGY COURSE: 💥GET $50 OFF: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-christian-theology-special-offer  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Screaming, convulsions, vomiting… Do demons get to put on a dramatic show? Or, when a demon manifests, do we have the authority to command it to stop? Join us as we explain demonic manifestations. We'll explore the biblical accounts of Jesus casting out demons, examining how modern deliverance ministry compares to New Testament examples. From dramatic manifestations to quiet deliverances, we’ll explore what Scripture actually teaches about authority over evil spirits and whether we have the right to command how demons leave. Whether you’re actively involved in deliverance ministry or simply seeking biblical truth about spiritual warfare, this episode cuts through the confusion, hype, and conflicting teachings. Get ready for a fascinating journey into what Jesus modeled about freedom from demonic oppression - the answer might surprise you. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can Christians command demons where to go—like to the abyss or the feet of Jesus? Michael Rowntree challenges popular deliverance traditions by digging into what Scripture actually says about our authority in spiritual warfare. Michael examines key passages like Luke 8:31 and Jude 9 to challenge widespread charismatic traditions and re-center the discussion on biblical deliverance. This episode is a must-watch for anyone involved in spiritual warfare, Christian exorcism, or seeking clarity on how to rightly engage with demonology through Word & Spirit theology. Michael exposes the theological dangers of overstepping biblical authority when casting out demons—highlighting why even Jesus didn’t send demons to the abyss. Do demons go to hell? Can we tell them never to return? What does the Bible actually teach?  Whether you’re exploring how to cast out demons, confronting false charismatic traditions, or just hungry for sound teaching on deliverance, this episode provides the clarity the Church needs. Watch now and sharpen your discernment in the battle for truth. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Could the actual burial cloth of Jesus be sitting in a cathedral in Italy? New scientific evidence about the Shroud of Turin is challenging both skeptics and believers to reconsider this ancient relic’s authenticity. Join Josh Lewis as he unravels the fascinating mystery of the Shroud - from groundbreaking forensic discoveries to updated carbon dating that’s questioning long-held assumptions. We’ll examine how this controversial piece of cloth continues to perplex scientists while potentially offering compelling evidence for the resurrection of Jesus. We’ll also explore how the Shroud of Turin fits into the broader debate over faith and science, Protestant skepticism toward relics, and what all this means for our understanding of Jesus’s resurrection. INTRO TO THEOLOGY COURSE: 💥GET $50 OFF: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-christian-theology-special-offer  Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

How did the early Church’s understanding of God as Father shape everything we believe? From ancient debates to modern faith, the doctrine of the Trinity isn’t just church history—it’s your story. Join us as renowned historian and theologian Dr. Gerald Bray unveils how our doctrine of the Trinity developed through history’s greatest theological battles and victories. We explore why viewing Church history through a Trinitarian lens changes everything, and how our understanding of God as Father anchors all Christian theology. ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK: https://a.co/d/8XNXE49 LEARN MORE ABOUT THE TRINITY - INTRO TO CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY: 💥GET $50 OFF: https://www.theremnantradio.com/intro-to-christian-theology-special-offer  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Is your pursuit of revival drawing you closer to God or burning you out? Let's examine the critical difference between authentic spiritual awakening versus chasing manufactured revivalism. Throughout history, genuine moves of God have transformed communities through prayer and hunger for His presence. But for every authentic revival, countless Christians have burned out chasing emotional experiences and worldwide impact at any cost. We’ll examine how true revival, like waves in the ocean, can’t be manufactured - but we can position ourselves to catch that next wave of what God is doing. Join us as we explore the biblical path to revival without falling into the trap of revivalism. Whether you’re longing for deeper encounters with God, concerned about modern revival movements, or simply trying to discern what’s authentic, this conversation will help you navigate the difference between striving and surrender in pursuit of God’s presence. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Has your vibrant faith become routine theology? Do you long to reconnect head and heart in your faith journey? In this episode, pastor and author Ryan Denton confronts the crisis of “dead orthodoxy” - when Christians have all the right theology but have lost their first love. Join us for an encouraging discussion about rekindling authentic spiritual life without compromising biblical truth.  ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK https://a.co/d/esrFdZt Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Are we running cover for false teachers? Justin Peters, Chris Rosebrough, and Steve Kozar think so, and we’re ready to answer - our reply may surprise you. Tune in as we unpack their comments and reveal where we agree and disagree.  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

“Just pray harder” isn’t always the right answer for Christians battling depression - and Dr. Kathryn Butler helps us understand why. Join us as this former trauma surgeon turned Christian writer challenges harmful church myths about mental health while offering biblical hope for those who suffer. We explore questions like: -Is depression a spiritual failure? -How should the church respond to mental illness? -Can medication and faith coexist? What does Scripture really say about suffering, sorrow, and sanctification? Drawing from the Psalms, the life of Christ, and the stories of saints like Spurgeon and Luther, we challenge the Church to embrace a more compassionate, holistic, and theologically sound approach to mental health. ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK https://a.co/d/78DG5BW  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

"The devil made me do it!" But did he? We're challenging the popular excuse and exploring what Scripture actually teaches about spiritual warfare versus battling our own flesh. Join us for an honest conversation about facing our sin, fighting the right battles, and growing in genuine holiness. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Can true believers lose their salvation? Dr. Dennis Johnson guides us through the Book of Hebrews’ warnings about falling away and its promises of assurance. Join us for a pastoral deep-dive into this ancient sermon that still speaks to weary believers wrestling with doubt and endurance. We’ll explore the superiority of Christ, the power of the New Covenant, and what it truly means to enter God’s rest. Dr. Johnson is professor emeritus of practical theology at Westminster Seminary California and assistant pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church. ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK - Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims: A Theology of Hebrews (New Testament Theology)  https://a.co/d/0PWGzGr Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when your healing prayer is an unanswered prayer? Today we’re tackling the tension between charismatic faith for miracles and embracing biblical suffering. Join us for an honest conversation about Spirit-filled Christianity that survives life’s deepest trials. In this episode, we examine a charismatic perspective on Christian suffering, challenging common misconceptions and overly simplistic interpretations that often lead to spiritual harm. While many believers rightly highlight God's promises for healing, provision, and victory, an unbalanced focus can result in guilt, exhaustion, and disillusionment. We address the dangers of assuming suffering can always be avoided through sufficient faith or perfect confession, emphasizing how this mindset inadvertently shifts trust from God’s faithful character to our own spiritual performance. Further, we explore the profound theological tension between God's goodness and the existence of suffering, engaging common questions like "Is my suffering punishment from God?" and "Does God notice my pain?" Through biblical examples and scriptural insights, we propose a robust theology of suffering that affirms pain’s reality without declaring it inherently good. Ultimately, we encourage believers to maintain hope in God's active compassion and supernatural intervention, anchored in the promise of ultimate redemption and comfort. Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What happens when someone dies on the operating table and reports seeing details of their surgery they couldn’t possibly have known? How do we explain medically documented recoveries that physicians can’t understand? What about countless reports of modern encounters with Jesus that transform hardened skeptics? These are the kinds of supernatural claims that Lee Strobel, former atheist and legal editor of the Chicago Tribune, set out to investigate. The same investigative journalist who wrote “The Case for Christ” has now turned his analytical mind toward the supernatural, examining evidence for miraculous healings, angelic encounters, and near-death experiences. Join us as Lee Strobel shares what he discovered when he applied his journalistic rigor to the supernatural realm. From a former atheist who demands evidence, this conversation promises to challenge both skeptics and believers alike. ABOUT THE GUEST: 📖BOOK: https://a.co/d/24lhqd8 Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What does it mean to “bind and loose”? Can demons claim “legal rights”? As we continue our examination of Alisa Childers’ series on Christians and deliverance ministry, we’re exploring these crucial questions. We'll review clips discussing: • The “Daughter of Abraham” passage • Biblical teaching on binding and loosing • The concept of demonic “legal rights”  Join us as we seek to understand these challenging topics through careful study of Scripture. Naked Bible Podcast Ep 329: https://nakedbiblepodcast.com/podcast/naked-bible-329-binding-and-loosing/  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

What makes a campus fall to its knees in worship for 16 straight days? Why do some places become sacred spaces where God repeatedly pours out His Spirit? Join us as we welcome Rev. Dr. Suzanne Nicholson, Professor of New Testament at Asbury University, to reflect on the remarkable 2023 Asbury Revival two years later and discuss her new book “Cooperating with the Holy Spirit.”  From the initial 16-day outpouring that captured global attention to the lasting impact on campus life and beyond, Dr. Nicholson shares unique insights as both an eyewitness and scholar studying revival movements. We’ll explore the theological foundations of revival, practical lessons for stewarding moves of God, and how this historic event fits into both Asbury’s legacy of revivals and the broader context of spiritual awakening in America.  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Join us as we examine Alisa Childers’ discussion about binding demons and spiritual authority. We’ll explore what Scripture teaches about spiritual warfare and the believer’s relationship to demonic forces. We’ll address key questions: Does the Bible support the concept of demons having “legal rights”? What does it mean to give the devil an “opportunity”?  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church

Join us with Professor R.L. Solberg as we dive into his new book “The Law, the Christ, the Promise” - a verse-by-verse journey through Galatians that couldn’t be more timely for today’s Christian. Solberg’s analysis of Paul’s defense against false teaching provides crucial insights for believers seeking to understand and defend the true Gospel.  Whether you’re wrestling with questions about justification by faith, the role of God’s law, or how to respond to modern challenges to Christianity, this conversation will equip you with both theological depth and practical wisdom.  Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO:  The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation   🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church