Why Follow Jesus When Life Doesn't 'Work Out': Unpacking Faith and Revelation's Final Battles (Revelation Series)
Voxology
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Explore why following Jesus is worthwhile even when life doesn't 'work out' as expected, and how understanding the symbolic imagery in Revelation's final battles can deepen your faith and resilience. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into listeners' challenging questions about faith, deconstruction, and the purpose of following Jesus amidst disappointment. They also unpack Revelation 19 and 20, shedding light on the symbolic nature of the battle scenes and judgments, and preview discussions on the concepts of the Lake of Fire and being 'outside the city.'
Key Takeaways:
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Reevaluating Faith When Life Doesn’t ‘Work Out’ – Discussing why the traditional 'recipe' for a satisfying Christian life may not lead to expected outcomes, and exploring the deeper reasons for following Jesus.
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Deconstructing False Gospels – Understanding the necessity of dismantling prosperity teachings and false promises within Christianity, and how deconstruction can lead to a more authentic faith.
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Symbolism in Revelation's Final Battles – Unveiling the symbolic and apocalyptic imagery of Revelation 19 and 20, including the battle scenes, the dragon, and the lake of fire.
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Preparing for Deeper Discussions on Judgment – Previewing upcoming episodes that will delve into the concepts of the Lake of Fire and being 'outside the city,' and what these symbolize in the context of faith and judgment.
Resources Mentioned:
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Timothy John Stafford's New Single "Misfit Tribe" – Listen here
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Voxology Non-ference Details – Email hello@voxpodcast.com for information
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Previous Episode: Disappointment with God – Listen here
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As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram.
We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV.
Our Merch Store! ETSY
Learn more about the Voxology Podcast
Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify
Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon
The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio
Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook
Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre
Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford
Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy
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