106. Interview With Martin Selbrede (How the Bible PROVES Postmillennialism - Part 2)

April 19, 2024 • Kendall Lankford, Martin Selbrede

SUMMARY

In this part of the conversation, Martin Selbrede discusses the biblical case for post-millennialism from the New Testament. He starts by examining John the Baptist's testimony in Matthew 3:11-12, where he speaks about the winnowing hand of the Messiah purging the threshing floor. Selbrede explains that this process of purifying the world is initiated by the Messiah and is happening now. He also highlights passages like Isaiah 42 and John 12 that speak about the victory of justice and the drawing of all men to Christ. Selbrede emphasizes the importance of having faith in the promises of God and actively working towards the expansion of His kingdom. The conversation explores the theme of salvation and the ultimate goal of a saved world. It discusses the idea that salvation is not just about rescuing God's elect, but also about destroying God's enemies. The concept of fire is used as a metaphor for God's wrath and justice, which is being poured out on all unrighteousness. The conversation emphasizes the importance of following God's law and living righteously in order to navigate through a world that is aflame. It also highlights the need for Christians to fulfill the Great Commission by discipling the nations and teaching them to obey everything Jesus commanded. The conversation explores the eschatological themes in the New Testament and how they relate to the reversal of the Adamic curse. It emphasizes that Jesus, as the true and better Adam, will make believers fruitful, multiply them, and fill the world with worshippers. The discussion also highlights the importance of understanding and applying the Word of God, as well as the need to actively work towards the fulfillment of the Great Commission. The conversation concludes with a challenge to be a generation known for pushing the gospel forward and trusting in the promises of God.

KEYWORDS

1. Post-millennialism - A belief in Christianity that Christ will return after a thousand-year reign of God's kingdom on Earth, marked by peace and righteousness.

2. John the Baptist - A biblical figure who prepared the way for Jesus, emphasizing repentance and baptism.

3. Winnowing hand - Symbolically refers to separating good from bad, as a farmer separates grain from chaff.

4. Great Commission - Jesus' command to his followers to spread his teachings to all nations.

5. Discipleship - The process of following Jesus and learning from his life and teachings.

6. Eschatology - The study of the end times and the events associated with it in religious texts.

7. Adamic curse - The consequences of sin introduced into the world through Adam, according to the Bible.

8. Gospel - The teachings of Christ and the message of salvation through him, central to Christian belief.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. The winnowing hand of the Messiah is purging the world and purifying it from chaff.

2. The process of purifying the world is happening now and is initiated by the Messiah.

3. The New Testament speaks about the victory of justice and the drawing of all men to Christ.

4. Having faith in the promises of God and actively working towards the expansion of His kingdom is important. Salvation involves both rescuing God's elect and destroying God's enemies.

5. God's wrath and justice are symbolized by fire, which is being poured out on all unrighteousness.

6. Living righteously and following God's law allows us to navigate through a world that is aflame.

7. The Great Commission calls Christians to disciple the nations and teach them to obey everything Jesus commanded.

8. Salvation is not the end of the game, but the beginning of a new life of service. Jesus, as the true and better Adam, will reverse the Adamic curse and make believers fruitful, multiply them, and fill the world with worshippers.

9. Understanding and applying the Word of God is essential for fulfilling the Great Commission and experiencing the transformation of the world.

10. Believers should actively work towards the fulfillment of the Great Commission and trust in the promises of God.

11. The current generation has the opportunity to be known for pushing the gospel forward and trusting in the promises of God.

131. Critical Race Theory (Ten Reasons Why Voting Democrat Is A Sin - Reason #9)

August 30, 2024 • Kendall Lankford

In this video, Pastor Kendall Lankford exposes the toxic roots of Critical Race Theory and explains why voting for the Democratic Party is not just a political decision but a sin against God's commands. Pastor Kendall draws parallels between Israel’s misguided choice of Saul and today’s dangerous obsession with identity politics, showing how CRT directly opposes Biblical truth. Through Scripture, he reveals how the Democrats' embrace of CRT is leading our nation into moral decay and spiritual ruin. Discover why supporting the Democratic Party's agenda, including their promotion of CRT, is not morally neutral but a betrayal of Biblical principles. If you're ready for bold, unfiltered Biblical teaching that challenges the status quo, this video is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for more teachings on Biblical truth and culture! 🔔 Also JOIN AS A MEMBER BEGINNING THIS WEEK! 📢 Like, share, and comment to spread the Gospel further! 📢 Follow us on Social Media: 🌐 Website - https://http://www.theshepherds.church 📘 Facebook - https://http://www.facebook.com/kendall.w.lankford 🐦 X - https://twitter.com/kendalllankford 📸 Instagram - https://http://www.instagram.com/theshepherdschurch 🎵 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@reformed_pastor Join us in worship at The Shepherd's Church: 📍 Location: 10 Jean Ave, Chelmsford, MA 01824 📅 Service Time: Sunday School @ 8:30am Lord’s Day Worship @ 10am Contact us: 📧 mailto:contact@theshepherds.church 📞 (978) 304-6265

130. Climate Hysteria (Ten Reasons Why Voting Democrat Is A Sin - Reason #10)

August 23, 2024 • Kendall Lankford

In this video, Pastor Kendall Lankford confronts the modern idols of our time, comparing them to Nebuchadnezzar’s golden statue, and reveals why Christians cannot bow to the false gods of climate hysteria and political manipulation. Pastor Kendall explores how today’s cultural pressures mirror the ancient demands of Babylon and explains why voting for the Democratic Party is not just a political choice but a sin against God’s commands. Through biblical teaching, he unpacks the real dangers of the climate agenda and calls Christians to stand firm in faith, rejecting fear and embracing the truth of God’s sovereignty. Discover why supporting the Democratic Party's climate policies is not morally neutral but a betrayal of Biblical principles. If you're ready for bold, unfiltered Biblical teaching that challenges the status quo, this video is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for more teachings on Biblical truth and culture! 🔔 📢 Like, share, and comment to spread the Gospel further! 📢 Follow us on Social Media: 🌐 Website - https://http://www.theshepherds.church 📘 Facebook - https://http://www.facebook.com/kendall.w.lankford 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/kendalllankford 📸 Instagram - https://http://www.instagram.com/theshepherdschurch 🎵 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@reformed_pastor Join us in worship at The Shepherd's Church: 📍 Location: 10 Jean Ave, Chelmsford, MA 01824 📅 Service Time: Sunday School @ 8:30am Lord’s Day Worship @ 10am Contact us: 📧 http://theshepherds.church

129. Interview with Jacob Tanner (Postmillennialism and Pain)

Kendall Lankford, Jacob Tanner

SUMMARY In this conversation, Kendall Lankford interviews Jacob Tanner about his new book, 'Weight and Hope: Pure and Wisdom for Joyful Suffering.' They discuss the importance of understanding and dealing with suffering in the Christian life, particularly in light of the prosperity gospel. Jacob shares his personal journey of finding hope and joy in the midst of suffering through the teachings of the Puritans and a deeper understanding of God's attributes. They also discuss the role of community and fellowship in overcoming depression and anxiety. The conversation emphasizes the need to apply the gospel specifically to our individual circumstances and combat lies with the truth of who God is. In this conversation, Kendall Lankford and Jacob Tanner discuss how to combat lies and accusations with the truth of God's word. They emphasize the importance of knowing God and His word in order to know who we are and how to respond to various issues. They also discuss the concept of mortification, which is the process of killing sin and putting it to death. They highlight the need to actively fight against sin and replace it with godly desires. They also touch on the topic of assurance of faith and how it is both an active work and a consequence of mortification and worship. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the post-millennial hope of the Puritans and how it shapes our perspective on suffering and the future. KEY TAKEAWAYS Suffering is a normative part of the Christian experience, and it is important to have a biblical understanding of it. The prosperity gospel has often distorted the way Christians view and deal with suffering. The Puritans provide valuable insights on how to approach and minister to those who are suffering. Community and fellowship with other believers are essential in finding joy and strength in the midst of suffering. Contemplating God's attributes and the gospel can bring deep joy and help us endure through suffering. It is important to combat lies with the truth of who God is and apply the gospel specifically to our individual circumstances. Combat lies and accusations with the truth of God's word Know God and His word to know who we are and how to respond to various issues Mortification is the process of killing sin and putting it to death Actively fight against sin and replace it with godly desires Assurance of faith is both an active work and a consequence of mortification and worship The post-millennial hope shapes our perspective on suffering and the future Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 02:25 - Understanding and Dealing with Suffering 05:18 - The Distortion of the Prosperity Gospel 13:28 - The Role of Community in Overcoming Depression and Anxiety 19:47 - Contemplating God's Attributes and the Gospel for Joyful Suffering 29:48 - Combatting Lies with the Truth of Who God Is 34:38 - Combatting Lies and Accusations 41:26 - The Process of Mortification 45:05 - Actively Fighting Against Sin 49:47 - Assurance of Faith 55:35 - The Post-Millennial Hope 📢 Like, share, and comment to spread the Gospel further! 📢 Follow us on Social Media: 🌐 Website - https://http://www.theshepherds.church 📘 Facebook - https://http://www.facebook.com/kendall.w.lankford 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/kendalllankford 📸 Instagram - https://http://www.instagram.com/theshepherdschurch 🎵 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@reformed_pastor Join us in worship at The Shepherd's Church: 📍 Location: 10 Jean Ave, Chelmsford, MA 01824 📅 Service Time: Sunday School @ 8:30am Lord’s Day Worship @ 10am Contact us: 📧 mailto:contact@theshepherds.church 📞 (978) 304-6265