Great Controversy & Cosmic Conflict
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There is a Prize | Dr. Conrad Vine
Understand the biblical perspective on suffering as promised in Scripture. Pastor Conrad Vine explains that for a Christian, suffering for Christ’s name is an expected part of discipleship, as detailed in Mark 13 and 2 Timothy 3:12. Learn the dual purpose of suffering: Satan uses it to shake our faith, while God permits it as…
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The First Missionary | Dr. Conrad Vine
Journey with Jesus as He crosses from Jewish to Gentile territory in Mark 4 and 5. Witness His divine authority over the demonic storm as He rebukes the wind and waves, revealing Himself as the Jehovah of Psalm 107. Follow Him as He penetrates every barrier of uncleanliness to meet the Gerasene demoniac, a man…
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Fireproof | Dr. Conrad Vine
Prepare to stand firm, like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, in the “fiery furnace” of modern cancel culture. Pastor Conrad Vine frames this contemporary persecution as a spiritual battle where truth is the first casualty, and elites, both in society and the church, seek to silence any who challenge their power. Discover the four spiritual lessons…
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Witnessing for Jesus: No One Is a Lost Cause | Conrad Vine
Journey across the Sea of Galilee with Jesus and His disciples in Mark 4 and 5. Witness Jesus reveal His divine authority, not only over a demonic storm (“Peace, be still!”), but over a man tormented by a “Legion” of unclean spirits. See how Jesus crosses every ritual and cultural barrier to bring healing and…
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The Unfinished Mission Task: Jesus Won’t Come Until This Is Done | Conrad Vine
Understand the primary focus of the Great Commission given in Matthew 28. Pastor Conrad Vine clarifies that the command is not simply to “go,” but to “make disciples” of all ethne, or people groups, in the world. He highlights the massive remaining task, noting that 42% of the world’s 17,500 people groups remain unreached by…
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The Wife’s Tale: What Pilate’s Wife Knew That Rome Didn’t | Conrad Vine
Examine the courageous story of Pilate’s wife, a solitary figure who stood for Jesus. Conrad Vine paints a vivid picture of the tense political and spiritual landscape of Judea, ruled by the cruel Pilate who was beholden to the anti-Semitic regime in Rome. See how Jesus’s fame had permeated all levels of society, reaching even…
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Deliverance Ministry | How to Recognize and Confront Demons | Conrad Vine
Learn the practical steps of deliverance ministry from an Adventist perspective in this final part of the “Deliverance Ministry” series. Pastor Conrad Vine outlines twelve key ingredients, emphasizing that deliverance is a process, not a ritual. Understand the necessity of a divine calling, the gift of discernment (distinguishing spiritual attacks from mental illness), and the…
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Deliverance Ministry | What Does the Bible Say about Demons? | Conrad Vine
Dive into the biblical basis for deliverance ministry in this second part of the “Deliverance Ministry” series. Pastor Conrad Vine clarifies key terms, explaining that “demonized” is a more accurate translation than “possessed,” and that fallen angels, or demons, are personal beings with intellect, will, and a malevolent purpose. Examine Old Testament idolatry, from Deuteronomy…
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Deliverance Ministry | Can a Christian Be Attacked by Demons? | Conrad Vine
Grasp the reality of the great controversy in this first part of a series on deliverance ministry. Pastor Conrad Vine outlines the cosmic war between Christ and Satan, emphasizing that this struggle is not a distant theological concept but an active battle for every human soul. Learn to identify the different levels of demonic attack,…
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John the Baptist: Discipleship Beyond Comfort | Conrad Vine
Analyze the profound cost of discipleship through the lens of Mark 6. Conrad Vine examines the “sandwich” structure of this chapter, where Jesus sending out the Twelve on a successful mission is framed around the brutal execution of John the Baptist. Understand that following Christ is not a guarantee of popular acclaim but often leads…
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Wrong Think | Critical Race Theory | Conrad Vine
Confront the challenging topic of Critical Race Theory in the third part of the “Wrong Think” series. Pastor Conrad Vine explains how CRT, as a branch of Critical Theory, is rooted in atheistic Marxist ideology. Understand how this theory reframes the world as a power struggle between “oppressors” and “the oppressed,” using Antonio Gramsci’s concept…
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Wrong Think | Is There Inclusion for Jesus Christ? | Conrad Vine
Trace the historical roots of totalitarianism back to Karl Marx and the tragic human cost of his ideology in the 20th century. Understand how Marxist economic theory has been repackaged as “Critical Theory,” shifting the focus from an economic struggle (proletariat vs. bourgeoisie) to a power struggle (oppressed vs. oppressor). This message unpacks the weaponized…
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Wrong Think | How Soft Totalitarianism Is Silencing Christians | Conrad Vine
Analyze the descent of Western society into soft totalitarianism. Pastor Conrad Vine outlines how a post-truth, post-privacy, and post-community world, marked by widespread loneliness, has created a void filled by Marxist-driven identity politics. See how this ideology, which demands adherence to lies and suppresses dissent through “cancel culture,” is aggressively undermining biblical truths about gender,…
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Money, Money, Money! | Dr. Conrad Vine
Understand the critical link between money, inflation, and end-time prophecy. See how unchecked inflation, as witnessed in the Weimar Republic, destroys a nation’s currency, wipes out savings, and erodes moral fiber, creating a trauma that paves the way for authoritarianism and false worship. Recognize the parallels to our current global financial situation, as the dying…
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The Great Controversy | David Asscherick
Explore the origin of evil and the “Great Controversy” between Christ and Satan. Start in Genesis 1, where God declared everything “very good,” establishing He is not the source of evil. Follow the evidence through the parable of the Wheat and the Tares (Matthew 13), where Jesus insists, “An enemy has done this.” Identify this…
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Deliver Us From Evil | David Asscherick
Explore the most difficult question for faith: why does a good God permit evil? In this first part of the “Deliver Us From Evil” series, David Asscherick provides the foundation for a biblical theodicy. He moves beyond simple answers to examine the very nature of God. Discover why the declaration “God is love” (1 John…
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A New World Coming | The Last Battle | David Asscherick
Explore the grand finale of Revelation, starting with the “Hallelujah” chorus in chapter 19, celebrating God’s righteous judgment on the fallen Babylon. Understand the profound symbolism of the “marriage supper of the Lamb,” representing the covenantal union between Christ and His church, and why the redeemed are clothed in white linen while Christ wears a…
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If I Were the Devil | Paul Harvey
Listen to Paul Harvey’s classic and prophetic monologue, “If I Were the Devil.” He exposes a chilling strategy to destroy a nation from within, starting with the church by whispering “do as you please” and convincing the young the Bible is a myth. Follow the devil’s imaginative plan as he corrupts education, deifies science, promotes…
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How Can I Be Sure My Name is in the Book of Life? | Conrad Vine
Explore the profound parallels between King Nebuchadnezzar’s seven years of madness in Daniel 4 and the history of spiritual Babylon. See how historical Babylon, with its pride, enforced false worship (the golden image), and divine judgment, serves as a type for the end-time spiritual Babylon described in Revelation. Understand the “777” theme: the seven years…
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Adventist History | Back to the Wilderness
Understand the pivotal 1888 Minneapolis General Conference and its aftermath. Despite Ellen White’s vision urging her to stay, witness the spirit of resistance, sarcasm, and ridicule directed towards the message of righteousness by faith presented by A.T. Jones and E.J. Waggoner. Recognize the core issue: a reliance on self-righteousness and works (“as barren as the…
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Lineage Journey
Lineage Journey traces the rise of Christianity and helps you find your place in the story. Take a journey through time with stories from Christian heritage and meet historical characters full of conviction, sacrifice and commitment.
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Adventist History | The Trumpets and the Little Book (Part 2)
Uncover the early Adventist understanding of the first four trumpets in Revelation 8. Trace the historical interpretations linking the Goths (Alaric), Vandals (Genseric), Huns (Attila), and the fall of the Western Roman Empire (Odoacer) to these prophetic symbols as God’s judgments. Understand the historicist lens used by pioneers like Uriah Smith and James White, contrasting…
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Christian Nationalism, Second Coming, Sabbath, and Protecting the Freedom to Worship God
Introduction: A Loving Call to Awareness and Compassion In a world filled with shifting tides of faith, politics, and identity, it becomes more vital than ever for us to walk together with grace and brotherly love. The movement known as Christian nationalism is one such tide—subtle in its origins, yet powerful in its influence. It…
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The Omega Deception | Omega Emerging: When All Else Fails | David Fiedler
Dive into the historical and prophetic context of the challenges facing the modern Adventist Church with Dave Fiedler. Understand the subtle shift from objective biblical truth to subjective emotional experience that has opened the door to mystical and emergent church influences. Recognize the characteristics of this “new spirituality”—often marketed as progressive—and its roots in ancient…