Episodes
March 12, 2021
The Rich of the Earth (Ep 63)
Believers are called “the rich of the earth” in several translations of Psalms 22:29. This is a reference to what Jesus called “true riches.” It is important to see yourself, not as a struggling defeated person, but someone r...
March 6, 2021
The Prosperous of the Earth Part 2 (Ep 62)
Is the “Prosperity Gospel” right or wrong—or is there a balanced biblical view of this concept that is healthy, beneficial, and wholesome? In the last podcast, we examined our calling to be “The Prosperous of the Earth” (Psal...
Feb. 26, 2021
The Prosperous of the Earth (Ep 61)
God’s people are named “the prosperous of the earth” in Psalm 22:29. Why would God do that unless prosperity is something He intends to pour out. But does that always involve material or financial gain? Is there a balanced an...
Feb. 19, 2021
A Holy Nation (Ep 60)
In Exodus 19:6 Israel is called “a holy nation”; in 1 Peter 2:9 the church is called “a holy nation.” Whether Old or New Covenant, the requirement for fellowship with God is the same: holiness. Because God is holy, He command...
Feb. 12, 2021
Ministers of the Altar (59)
Priests were called “ministers of the altar” in the Old Testament. Believers now fulfill this calling too, on a higher level—ministering to people and ministering to God. Abraham was an altar-builder. Learn about the seven sp...
Feb. 5, 2021
Hidden Mysteries of Ancient Altars Part 1 (Ep 58)
Ancient altars, designed by God, contained hidden, prophetic symbolism concerning New Testament realities. In the Old Testament, priests were called “ ministers of the altar ” (Joel 1:13). This is true for New Testament pries...
Jan. 29, 2021
A Royal Priesthood (Ep 57)
In 1 Peter 2:9 God calls His people “A ROYAL PRIESTHOOD.” That blends two opposite callings together into one: the calling to be “kings” (ruling with Jesus over the darkness of this world) and “priests” (serving God and servi...
Jan. 22, 2021
A Holy Priesthood (Ep 56)
Born-again believers are called “a holy priesthood” in 1 Peter 2:5. The function of a priestly calling was first evidenced in Abel and continued through patriarchs like Job, Noah, and Abraham. What lessons can we learn from t...
Jan. 15, 2021
God’s people are called to be “saviors” (Ep. 55)
The word “savior” means “one who brings salvation.” Jesus is the “Savior of the world” (1 Jn. 4:14). But those who sincerely follow Him often share the message of salvation with others and thus, reflect His image and inherit ...
Jan. 8, 2021
The Light of the World (Ep. 54)
Two times Jesus said, “I am the light of the world.” Circumstances surrounding that powerful declaration speaks an enlightening message to those who inherit the same calling. Learn mysteries concerning the symbol of light in ...
Jan. 5, 2021
Cheerful Givers (Ep. 53)
Being a cheerful giver means so much more than just contributing finances to His work. Once God deposits gifts in your life, the joy of life is to give those gifts away to others, opening your mind to creative ideas sent from...
Dec. 25, 2020
A Gift For The Lord (Ep. 52)
As you are opening gifts on this Christmas Day, learn how you are called to be a gift to God. Host Mike Shreve talks about God's gift to us then goes into Scripture to share how you can be gift to Him.
Dec. 18, 2020
God’s Elect Part 2 (Ep. 51)
God has an elect people, predestined and chosen in Him before the foundation of the world. Discover the confidence that comes with the realization of this status. Learn the balanced view that opens the door of salvation to al...
Dec. 11, 2020
God’s Elect (Ep. 50)
“Who shall bring a charge against God’s elect? It is God who justifies” (Romans 8:33). This eye-opening message will reveal why God calls His people “the elect” and the power of receiving a divine election, a predetermined pl...
Dec. 4, 2020
A Seal Upon God’s Heart (Ep. 49)
In the Song of Solomon, the bride asks to be placed as “a seal” upon the heart of the Shepherd/King/Bridegroom. A seal is an emblem of authenticity and authority that bears an image identified with the owner. This is all abou...
Nov. 27, 2020
Witnesses Become World Changers (Ep. 48)
Just before ascending, Jesus identified a primary title that would rest upon the church. He said, “You shall be witnesses.” They changed the world. On the first Thanksgiving in 1621, the pilgrims “witnessed” their gratitude t...
Nov. 20, 2020
Called to Be “True Yokefellows” (Ep. 47)
Jesus removes the yoke of sin but offers a new yoke—the yoke of discipleship. He urges, “Take my yoke upon you and learn of Me.” Animals yoked together must be willing to go the same direction at the same speed. Explore the b...
Nov. 13, 2020
The Bride of Christ: His Undefiled (Ep. 46)
The bride of Christ is called “His Undefiled” in the Song of Solomon. How is that possible? We have all been defiled by the fallen nature. Yet “the bride” has been presented as a “chaste virgin to Christ.” Restored spiritual ...
Nov. 6, 2020
His Dove (Ep. 45)
The bride of Christ is named “His Dove” in the Song of Solomon. Those who are married to the Lord Jesus in a covenant relationship fulfill this symbol in five profoundly beautiful ways. This revelation is rich and will give y...
Oct. 30, 2020
The Mystery of the Shulamite Bride (Ep. 44)
The “Shulamite” is a unique name for God’s people in the Song of Solomon. That deeply symbolic book features loving conversations between a bridegroom and his bride-to-be, symbolizing Jesus, the heavenly Bridegroom and the br...
Oct. 23, 2020
Adopted Sons (Ep. 43)
The Holy Spirit is called “the spirit of adoption” (Romans 8:15). In that role, he fills the hearts of those who are estranged from God and births them into the family of God. From that point, we are no longer orphans, helple...
Oct. 16, 2020
The Anointed of The Lord (EP. 42)
What is the “anointing” and who are the “anointed”? Why is oil a symbol of the anointing and why does the Bible promise, “The yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing” (Isaiah 10:27)? Learn why the word “Messiah” mean...
Oct. 9, 2020
Heirs of Salvation (Ep. 41)
The word “salvation” means deliverance. It means far more than just being forgiven of sin and restored to a right relationship with God. It means deliverance from any negative or evil thing encountered in this world including...
Oct. 2, 2020
The Temple of God (Ep. 40)
Solomon’s temple contained many mysterious, prophetic symbols revealing the nature of the true, permanent Temple of God that He is presently constructing with living stones (born again believers) in this New Testament era. Bo...