Best Romanempire Podcasts (2024)

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Revealing Jesus (A Revelation During the 1st Century) | S2 E6 19:32

5+ y ago19:32

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 2 | Episode 6 In this final episode of season two, we look at how the last book of the Bible must be situated during the first century. This is the longest of the videos because it is crammed full of contextual information about the book of Revelation. These episodes are the first several videos in a course cal…

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Revealing Jesus (A Revelation against the Empire) | S2 E5 15:58

5+ y ago15:58

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 2 | Episode 5 The last book of the bible is against the empire, in its spiritual and physical manifestations. John's apocalyptic letter confronts the arrogance of Rome and summons Christ-followers into allegiance to the Lamb alone. These episodes are the first several videos in a course called: Revealing Jesus.…

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Revealing Jesus (A Revelation for the Church) | S2 E4 12:13

5+ y ago12:13

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 2 | Episode 4 The last book of the Bible is a letter written to seven churches in the first century. These churches are not symbolic of the various scenarios and players in an end times drama, but were real communities facing real challenges in a real time and place. These episodes are the first several videos …

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Revealing Jesus (A Revelation to John) | S2 E3 12:39

5+ y ago12:39

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 2 | Episode 3 Who was John? What world did he step into and why should that shape our understanding of Revelation? Many believe that he was John the disciple of Jesus. However, evidence seems to point in a different direction. What we do know, however, is that Jesus used him in a powerful way. The last book of …

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Revealing Jesus (A Revelation of Jesus) | S2 E2 12:10

5+ y ago12:10

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 2 | Episode 2 How does Revelation "Reveal Jesus?" The opening line of the book makes a compelling claim: "A Revelation of Jesus Christ." This is the purpose of the last book of the Bible, but we often struggle to understand how the Jesus of the Gospels is anything like the image of him we see in Revelation. Whe…

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Revealing Jesus in Revelation (Introduction) | S2 E1 10:31

5+ y ago10:31

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 2 | Episode 1 In this first episode of season two, Kurt Willems frames the unique video formatting of the next several episodes. These episodes are the first several videos in a course he created, called Revealing Jesus. They can be listened to without video (especially if you are driving!) or can be utilized f…

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666 | S1 E8 (EP-8) 38:51

6y ago38:51

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 1, Episode 8 (Spring Season, 2018) In this episode, Kurt explores the mysterious and infamous number in the bible: 666. It is the topic of horror films and turn-or-burn preachers alike. But what did it mean in the first century? What significance does it have for us today or in the future? Time to get our so-ca…

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1 Dragon and 2 Beasts | S1 E7 (EP-7) 44:24

6y ago44:24

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 1, Episode 7 (Spring Season, 2018) In this episode, Kurt continues to look at Revelation in broad sweeps. Specifically, he looks at the 'dragon' (devil) and the two 'beasts' who show up in popular conversation about Revelation. Who are they for John and his audience? You might be surprised that the beasts are l…

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Lowercase gods, 7 Churches, & Worship | S1 E6 (EP-6) 56:22

6y ago56:22

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 1, Episode 6 (Spring Season, 2018) In this episode, Kurt Willems explores the imperial cult, the gods of the Roman Empire, and how they influence the 7 cities in Revelation. The followers of Jesus have to navigate how to give the slaughtered Lamb their full allegiance, when the forces around them seek to take c…

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Resistance and Hope in Revelation | S1 E5 (EP-5) 48:17

6+ y ago48:17

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 1, Episode 5 (Spring Season, 2018) In this episode, Kurt Willems looks at Revelation through its broad themes and genre. It is apocalyptic literature and must be read as such. It is a book of resistance and hope in the midst of oppression. Civil religion wants our imagination; this allegiance of the mind belong…

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Cosmic Signs Don't Signal a Rapture (Unless People Disappear Next Week) | S1 E4 (EP-4) 40:29

6+ y ago40:29

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 1, Episode 4 (Spring Season, 2018) In this episode, Kurt Willems talks about a self-proclaimed "Christian Numerologist" and multi-failed rapture predictor, David Meade. The conspiracy theories continue to abound, especially when it comes to using numbers and constellations in the sky to predict a rapture. But h…

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John was a Refugee (backstory of Revelation's author) | S1 E3 (EP-3) 30:27

6+ y ago30:27

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 1, Episode 3 (Spring Season, 2018) In this episode, Kurt Willems considers the real life of John, the author of the book of Revelation. It is quite plausible that John was a refugee in a literal sense. He was part of a Jewish group of Jesus followers in Jerusalem, who were forced to flee for their lives to Asia…

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The N.T. Wright Episode | S1 E2 (EP-2) 29:40

6+ y ago29:40

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 1, Episode 2 (Spring Season, 2018) In this episode, Kurt Willems chats briefly with N.T. Wright about Revelation. Kurt spends significant time discussing Wright's work on 'new creation' and attempts to frame any conversation of the so-called 'end times' around that theme. Here’s a free resource: Revelation Chea…

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Preparing for the End | S1 E1 (EP-1) 30:35

6+ y ago30:35

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Subscribe via iTunes or Google Season 1, Episode 1 (Spring Season, 2018) In this first episode of Rapture Drill, Kurt Willems introduces the motivations for a show like this. Why do we need a podcast that is devoted to such a controversial and confusing topic? What is a "rapture drill" anyway? Why do so many people feel the need to prepare for the …

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Intro Teaser with N.T. Wright (Rapture Drill) 7:41

6+ y ago7:41

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This is a brief introduction to Rapture Drill, prior to the first episode dropping. I share a quick clip of N.T. Wright, from a conversation we had recently and frame out some of the things to expect from the podcast as a whole. Support Rapture Drill here: https://patreon.com/kurtwillems

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Kingdom 12: Additional information 2:34

11+ y ago2:34

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Well, episode 11 ends Part II and thus ends the original first edition of "Of Such Is The Kingdom, A Novel of Biblical Times." But, as you may well be aware, some questions still remain to be answered. Did Claressa embrace Manaheem's new-found faith? What happened to the bereaved family of Benjamin? Did Joseph, the oldest son get to go to Rabbi sch…

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Kingdom 11 32:27

13y ago32:27

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The search for truth, meaning and fulfillment goes on (for all three characters) (Ch.18-20) and culminates against the background of crucifixion. Ch. 21 sees Manaheem trying to get back once more with Claressa. The outro has info. on the sequel.

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Kingdom 10 28:59

13y ago28:59

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Pilate starts to send the letters when they bring Jesus. He sends Jesus to Herod who, in the presence of Manheem, taunts him, asking for a miracle, then sends him back to Pilate and they both go to the praetorium.(Ch.13-14) Barabbas (Ch.15) sees them from his cell window and asks Manaheem for help. Herod suggest that Pilate offer to release Jesus a…

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Kingdom 09 29:50

13y ago29:50

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Barabbas solicits the aid of the two beggars in robbing Benjamin (Ch7). Lucas jumps at the chance but Timotheus is hesitant. Portia (Ch. 8) tells Pilate she forgot to send the letters. The rest of Ch.8 tracks the sleep, or lack of it, of Pilate and Portia, Benjamin, Barabbas and Timotheus. Chapter 9 is the robbery. Timotheus almost turns back. The …

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Kingdom 08 27:36

13y ago27:36

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we find Barabbas and his men hiding out in cave in the forest and Deborah and the children sick with worry about him. (Pt.2, Ch.1), Claressa asking Manaheem about the mission, Benjamin, the cloth shop owner busy expanding (Ch3), and the beggars again looking for a spot (Ch.4) and viewing another miracle. Meanwhile Pilate's wife suggests that Herod …

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Kingdom 07 28:29

13y ago28:29

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Ch. 21 is titled "The Unforgettable Party," referring to Herod's birthday party at which Herodius' daughter, Salome, dances and, in answer to Herod's promise, asks for the head of John the baptist on a platter. Shortly after the head is brought in, the palace is attacked by Aertes' army. Herod, suspecting Pilate might have something to do with the …

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Kingdom 06 28:10

13y ago28:10

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Barabbas and his men (Ch.17) go over their attack plans and dream of their success. Meanwhile, Benjamin is also making plans--plans to expand his shop. Aertes is outraged (Ch.18) at Herod's sending Samantha back and plans to attack Herod. Meanwhile, John arrives in Tiberius and is told of Herod's adultery and bigamy. Preaching on the palace lawn, h…

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Kingdom 05 32:26

13y ago32:26

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we find Manaheem thinking. (a first person monologue of his thoughts on love and conformity as they relate to his situation with Claressa, and his decision to solve his need for more money by blackmailing Herod) while Barabbas and his men make concrete plans for the attack and Barabbas still debates whether to tell his wife. We then get a glimpse o…

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Kingdom 04 38:04

13y ago38:04

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Pilate and Portia (Ch.7) decide to send complaint letters to Caesar about Herod. A messenger from Herod tells Pilate to raise the temple tax. He replies telling Herod to mind his own business. Portia compliments Pilate, but wonders if more taxation might not be good. Manaheem recruits Barabbas (Ch.8) as insurrection leader. Barabbas tries to convey…

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Kingdom 03 35:08

13y ago35:08

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We meet Potius Pilate and his wife Portia (Ch.4). Pilate sees himself as a week ruler, but yet, explores the virtue of democratic rule. His wife encourages him to be more strict and to take over Herod's territory. He tells her Herod is his good friend, but when Herod and his wife come to call and she insults Herod, Pilate finally joins her. When He…

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Kingdom 02 40:03

13y ago40:03

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(Ch.3 of the e-book), we find out who the mysterious stranger is (in case you haven't figured it out) and also who he is working for and why he is trying to recruit an insurrection leader and to go against whom. We also gain insight into his thinking as he criticizes customs. We watch as he enters the foreboding looking palace and confronts the rul…

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Kingdom 01 24:52

13y ago24:52

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A mysterious stranger arrives in Jerusalem seeking a man who "can be inspired and trained to lead a small insurrection." Failing to interest both a rich shopkeeper and an elderly beggar, he decides to try a brawny blacksmith named Barabbas. Barabbas has already been thinking about "the evils of the Romans and their high taxation." Thus, the strange…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Rapture Drill: Reframing Revelation, the End Times, and our Weird Obsession with the Apocalypse

Kurt Willems

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Of Such Is The Kingdom, A Novel of Biblical Times

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Revealing Jesus (A Revelation During the 1st Century) | S2 E6 19:32

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Revealing Jesus (A Revelation against the Empire) | S2 E5 15:58

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Revealing Jesus (A Revelation for the Church) | S2 E4 12:13

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Revealing Jesus (A Revelation to John) | S2 E3 12:39

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Revealing Jesus (A Revelation of Jesus) | S2 E2 12:10

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Revealing Jesus in Revelation (Introduction) | S2 E1 10:31

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666 | S1 E8 (EP-8) 38:51

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1 Dragon and 2 Beasts | S1 E7 (EP-7) 44:24

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Lowercase gods, 7 Churches, & Worship | S1 E6 (EP-6) 56:22

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Resistance and Hope in Revelation | S1 E5 (EP-5) 48:17

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Cosmic Signs Don't Signal a Rapture (Unless People Disappear Next Week) | S1 E4 (EP-4) 40:29

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John was a Refugee (backstory of Revelation's author) | S1 E3 (EP-3) 30:27

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The N.T. Wright Episode | S1 E2 (EP-2) 29:40

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Preparing for the End | S1 E1 (EP-1) 30:35

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Intro Teaser with N.T. Wright (Rapture Drill) 7:41

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Kingdom 12: Additional information 2:34

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Kingdom 11 32:27

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Kingdom 10 28:59

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Kingdom 09 29:50

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Kingdom 08 27:36

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Kingdom 07 28:29

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Kingdom 06 28:10

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Kingdom 05 32:26

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Kingdom 04 38:04

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Kingdom 03 35:08

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Kingdom 02 40:03

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Kingdom 01 24:52

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