A study of verses 17 to 20 of Revelation 1. In this study I look into what Jesus means by the "keys of Hades and of Death" and what having these "keys" signified in the Greco-Roman world. I then end Chapter 1 by looking at the interpretation of the seven stars and seven golden lampstands.
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A study of verses 8 to 16 of Revelation 1. This study heavily focuses on John's vision of the glorified Jesus as well as the similarities we see described to us regarding Jesus' appearance and that of a "messenger" in Daniel 10.
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A study of the first 7 verses of Revelation 1. This study includes a discussion on the divine origin of the Book of Revelation, the various views of the 7 Spirits before the throne of God, the allusions to Daniel and Zechariah in verse 7, the divine council & "Sons of God", and more.
Timestamps
02:43 Focus of the Book of Revelation
05:00 Theme of the Book of Revelation
05:58 Verses 1 - 2
07:17 Verse 3
10:35 Verses 4 - 6
24:26 Verse 7
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I go through a list of useful Christian resources including books, commentaries, websites, ministries, podcasts, social media pages, and witnessing tools.
Timestamps
02:22 Book Recommendations
08:59 Commentaries and Websites
12:37 Ministries and Individuals
17:11 Recommended Podcasts
19:09 Social Media Pages
20:54 Witnessing Tools (The Rapture Kit)
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An introduction to the book of Revelation. In this first episode to the series, I tackle some key questions to lay the groundwork for the rest of the study. "Who wrote Revelation?" "What's the genre of Revelation?" "When was Revelation Written?" "How is Revelation interpreted?" And "Who was Revelation Written to?"
Timestamps:
03:14 The meaning of "Revelation" in Greek
07:59 Who wrote the book of Revelation?
10:25 Who is the Primary Audience of Revelation?
10:44 What's the genre of the book of Revelation?
13:25 When was Revelation written?
19:44 How is the book of Revelation divided?
20:10 Discussing the 4 different ways Revelation is interpreted
Show Notes:https://himitsustudy.com/introduction-to-the-book-of-revelation/
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In this episode, I go over the events beyond the blessed hope (the rapture of the church). At the rapture we'll get our glorified bodies then we'll be taken to heaven to take part in the Judgment Seat of Christ (the Bema seat judgment).
What follows will be the marriage of the lamb and the marriage supper of the lamb, Jesus's Second Coming and our return with Him, the Millennial Reign of Christ, and finally, the eternal state.
I answer questions such as what will happen during the rapture and what comes after the rapture? What happens at the Judgment Seat of Christ? What are the five crowns that we'll get in heaven? What happens during the millennium? And more.
Timestamps
02:16 The Rapture
04:15 Glorification of Believers
08:50 The Judgment Seat of Christ
12:52 The Five Crowns
14:23 Marriage of the Lamb and the Marriage Supper of the Lamb
17:27 Judgment of the Wicked at Christ's Second Coming
19:32 The Millennial Reign of Christ
21:15 The Eternal State: New Heavens and New Earth
22:30 Live in Light of Eternity
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/beyond-the-blessed-hope/
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An overview of the Millennium (Millennial Reign of Christ). I start the episode by defining the millennium and ask key questions such as "What happens during the millennium?" "What happens after the millennium?" and "What is the purpose of the millennium?"
I also take a brief look at the varying views of the millennium: premillennialism, amillennialism, and postmillennialism. This episode will give you a solid overview of this thousand-year reign of Christ.
Timestamps
00:54 What is the Millennium/Millennial Reign of Christ?
02:53 Defining Premillennialism
04:50 Defining Amillennialism
07:35 Defining Postmillennialism
09:08 What happens during the Millennium?
11:17 What happens after the Millennium?
11:49 Why is the Millennium necessary?
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An overview of the tribulation period. I start the episode by defining the tribulation and the other names its known by: Daniel's 70th Week, Jacob's Trouble, and the Day of the Lord. Then I address questions such as "What is the tribulation?" "What is the abomination of desolation?" and "What is the purpose of the tribulation?" to help us better understand what Scripture says about this time.
Using Daniel 9:24-27, I talk about the 70-week prophecy and why we say that the tribulation is 7 years long. This episode will give you a good overview of the tribulation.
Timestamps
00:58 What is the Tribulation?
03:39 How is the Tribulation Divided?
04:40 How does the Tribulation start?
06:09 How do we know the Tribulation is 7 years long?
21:36 What is the Abomination of Desolation?
22:52 What is the purpose of the tribulation?
24:27 How can you escape the tribulation?
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/defining-the-tribulation/
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A discussion about what some exvangelicals are calling "Rapture Anxiety" - a fear of the rapture. I take a look at CNN's article about rapture anxiety and offer my thoughts and commentary.
I address the rapture of the church and if it's a biblical doctrine. I also make distinctions between the partial rapture view and the pre-trib rapture view.
Timestamps:
02:20 Addressing Misconceptions About the Rapture
05:33 What is "Rapture Anxiety "?
06:14 Highlighting the works-based system in the article
07:05 Addressing fears of the rapture
10:56 Is the rapture a recent invention?
15:39 The word "rapture" isn't in the Bible. Is it False?
17:41 Addressing the claim that the rapture is a "poetic metaphor".
24:47 Is the rapture a "taboo" subject?
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An overview of the rapture of the church. I start the episode by defining the Rapture and then address questions such as "Is the rapture biblical?" "When is the rapture" and "What will happen during the rapture?"
The episode will give you a good start in understanding what does the bible say about the rapture as well as the various views: pre-trib rapture, mid-trib rapture, pre-wrath rapture, post-trib rapture, and the partial rapture view.
I also look at the glorification of believers and what are some things we can expect from our new glorified bodies (resurrection bodies).
Timestamps:
04:51 What does the bible say about the rapture?
07:45 What will happen during the rapture?
09:32 Glorification of Believers
14:00 When is the Rapture?
14:37 Pre-tribulation Rapture
15:08 Mid-tribulation Rapture
15:28 Pre-wrath Rapture
16:29 Post-tribulation Rapture
17:06 No Rapture & Partial Rapture Views
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In this final episode of season 1, I answer a question from one of my Instagram followers, Will we recognize our loved ones in heaven?
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/will-god-wipe-away-our-memories-in-eternity
Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:42 Main Question: Will We Know Our Loved Ones in Heaven?
00:58 Different Beliefs About Memory in Heaven
01:37 Biblical References and Interpretations
04:01 The Story of Lazarus and the Rich Man
07:23 Conclusion and Encouragement for Future Questions
07:52 Closing Remarks
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In this episode, I tackle the question, "Why Does God Allow Evil and Suffering to Exist?". I look at the fall of man to show that the world we live in today is of our making and discuss how spiritual warfare factors into this.
Through Christ, we can have peace through life's trials and rest in the hope that ultimately, evil and suffering will be done away with and believers will live in God's intended design, forever.
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/why-does-god-allow-evil-and-suffering-to-exist
Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:46 Understanding the Question of Evil and Suffering
01:49 Biblical Perspective on Creation and the Fall
03:31 The Role of Spiritual Warfare
06:09 God's Sovereignty and Purpose in Suffering
10:03 The Promise of Peace and Eternal Life
15:07 The Gospel and Salvation
18:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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In this episode, I interview Tibbs (JayTibbs23), a fellow believer I connected with on X to delve into Olivet Discourse, specifically the differences between Matthew 24 and Luke 21.
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/the-olivet-discourse-with-tibbs
Timestamps:
00:25 Tibb's Journey to Ministry
01:33 Focus on Matthew 24 and Context
03:11 Comparing the Gospels: Matthew and Luke
06:03 Reading and Analyzing Luke 21
09:01 Reading and Analyzing Matthew 24
13:06 Key Differences and Emphasis
18:29 "Easy Buttons" for Understanding
27:17 Rapture Discussion and Clarifications
33:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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In this episode, I continue where I left off from part 1 of this mini-series by going through the remaining 6 reasons to study bible prophecy:
7) Bible Prophecy Motivates Us to Holy Living
8) Bible Prophecy Helps Us to Establish Proper Priorities
9) Bible Prophecy Gives Us Hope
10) Bible Prophecy Motivates Us to Love
11) Bible Prophecy Serves as an Apologetic
12) Bible Prophecy Gives Us Urgency to Share the Gospel
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/12-reasons-to-study-bible-prophecy-part-2/
Timestamps:
00:08 Recap of Part One
00:58 Reason 7: Motivates Us to Holy Living
06:50 Reason 8: Establishes Proper Priorities
10:54 Reason 9: Gives Us Hope
19:12 Reason 10: Motivates Us to Love
20:50 Reason 11: Serves as an Apologetic
21:31 Reason 12: Urgency to Share the Gospel
24:27 Conclusion and Recap
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In this episode, I delve into the importance of studying Bible prophecy. In part 1, I address common concerns and misconceptions people have regarding bible prophecy. I then cover the first 6 points from my article:
1) Bible Prophecy is Interwoven Throughout Scripture
2) Bible Prophecy Deepens Our Understanding of God’s Plan of Salvation
3) Bible Prophecy Deepens Our Understanding of the Rest of Scripture
4) Bible Prophecy Helps Us Better Understand God’s Prophetic Plan
5) Bible Prophecy Reminds Us that God is Sovereign
6) Bible Prophecy Reminds Us that God is Good
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/12-reasons-to-study-bible-prophecy-part-1
Timestamps:
00:03 Why Study Bible Prophecy?
01:01 Common Misconceptions About Prophecy
03:09 Encouragement to Study Prophecy
03:33 Bible Prophecy in Scripture
06:50 Understanding God's Plan of Salvation
13:42 Prophecy and the Rest of Scripture
15:58 God's Prophetic Plan
19:02 God's Sovereignty
21:00 God's Goodness
26:16 Conclusion and Summary
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In this episode, I interview Lee Brainard, about his ministry and his book, "Recent Pre-Trib Findings in the Early Church Fathers".
He delves into the various interpretations of the rapture found in scripture, addresses misconceptions about early church beliefs, and discusses the arguments often used against the pre-tribulation rapture.
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/the-pre-trib-rapture-in-the-early-church-with-lee-brainard/
Timestamps:
00:27 Lee Brainard's Testimony and Ministry
02:14 The Importance of Bible Prophecy
02:40 Challenges and Encouragement in Ministry
03:41 Understanding Bible Prophecy and the Rapture
07:30 Debating the Timing of the Rapture
10:32 Early Church Fathers and the Rapture
23:31 The Didache and Early Church Views
25:14 Debunking Rapture Myths
33:25 Translation Work and Integrity
37:38 Conclusion and Future Work
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In this episode, I introduce apologetics, its importance for Christians and the goal of apologetics, emphasizing that it should be used as a tool to share the gospel and help others rethink their worldviews through thoughtful questions.
I drew from Greg Koukl's book, "Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions" which covers practical tactics to facilitate productive conversations about faith.
The goal of this episode is to encourage believers to practice these tactics to become more comfortable and effective in sharing their faith.
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/introduction-to-apologetics/
Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Episode 01:19 Understanding Apologetics 03:24 The Goal of Apologetics 05:52 Common Questions and Tactics 10:27 The "Columbo" Tactic 16:11 Reversing the Burden of Proof 21:37 "Taking the Roof Off" 30:30 Conclusion and Encouragement Support the Ministry: https://donorbox.org/support-himitsu-ministries
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In this episode, I interview Mondo Gonzalez, co-host of Prophecy Watchers, to discuss his new book, The Red Heifer Ritual (formerly titled The Red Heifer Prophecy), and the significance of the red heifers. Mondo Gonzalez shares his journey to faith, his work with Prophecy Watchers, and dives into his book.
The conversation covers the prerequisites for building the Third Temple, and the implications for Christians. He clarifies common misconceptions and misinformation about the red heifers and the Third Temple, offers his perspective on whether Christians should support these efforts, and clearly articulates how events surrounding the Third Temple should excite the Christian as it points to the Lord's soon return and the end of this age.
Mondo was a pastor for 16 years and also has a graduate degree in Biblical archaeolgy. He is the director of the Psalm 19 Project which has a university class observatory with three separate telescopes scanning and photographing the heavens. He also enjoys theology, running, and traveling. You can find him hosting the Prophecy Watchers TV program and daily Podcast.
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/red-heifers-the-third-temple-with-mondo-gonzales/
Timestamps: 00:12 Mondo's Background and Prophecy Watchers
01:51 The Red Heifer Ritual
02:02 Significance of the Red Heifer in Bible Prophecy
04:28 Christian Perspectives on the Red Heifer
09:59 Misinformation and Media Sensationalism
15:13 Preparations for the Third Temple
20:53 Thoughts on the Future Location of the Third Temple
26:36 Final Thoughts and Book Information
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In this episode, I delve into my testimony and faith journey. I also explain what led me to create Himitsu Ministries and why I focus on eschatology and apologetics.
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/ayos-testimony/
Timestamps:
00:32 Early Life and Background
01:16 College Years and Faith Struggles
03:12 A Life-Changing Dream
06:55 Rediscovering Faith Through Scripture
10:52 Journey into Eschatology
16:17 Passion for Apologetics
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In the first episode, Ayo introduces himself, sharing his background and interests, including his passion for theology, languages, and cultural foods. Ayo outlines the purpose of Himitsu Ministries, which focuses on evangelism and discipleship through eschatology, apologetics, and outreach to the Japanese community.
He explains the meaning behind the ministry's name and highlights what listeners can expect from future episodes, including studies on Revelation, apologetics, guest interviews, and current event analyses. He also discusses the planned seasonal structure for the podcast.
Show Notes: https://himitsustudy.com/welcome-to-himitsu-ministries-podcast/
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:26 Meet Ayo: Background and Interests
01:48 Hobbies and Passions
02:33 Role in Ministry and Fig Tree Watchers
03:09 Purpose and Focus of the ministry
03:50 Meaning Behind 'Himitsu'
05:40 Eschatology and Apologetics
08:35 Japanese Outreach and Goals
09:42 Podcast Content and Schedule
11:52 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview
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