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Dive Into: This Addictive Full Audiobook For Busy Professionals.
Dive Into: This Addictive Full Audiobook For Busy Professionals.Under the Halo by Rod BergenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/50720to listen full audiobooks. Title: Under the Halo Author: Rod Bergen Narrator: Rod Bergen, Jeff Jenkins Format: mp3 Length: 12 hrs and 8 mins Release date: 03-06-25 Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 4 ratings Genres: Religious Studies Publisher's Summary: Under The Halo is an examination of whether William Branham, a twentieth-century faith-healer and evangelist, was a prophet of God as believed by an estimated 1 to 1.5 million followers who call his teachings the “Message.“ Written by a former Message member who shares his journey into and out of this cult, it’s a well-researched review of the prophecies, vision...
2025-03-0612h 08Listen To This Spellbinding Full Audiobook — Perfect On The Go.
Listen To This Spellbinding Full Audiobook — Perfect On The Go.Under the Halo by Rod BergenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/50720to listen full audiobooks. Title: Under the Halo Author: Rod Bergen Narrator: Rod Bergen, Jeff Jenkins Format: mp3 Length: 12 hrs and 8 mins Release date: 03-06-25 Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 4 ratings Genres: Religious Studies Publisher's Summary: Under The Halo is an examination of whether William Branham, a twentieth-century faith-healer and evangelist, was a prophet of God as believed by an estimated 1 to 1.5 million followers who call his teachings the “Message.“ Written by a former Message member who shares his journey into and out of this cult, it’s a well-researched review of the prophecies, vision...
2025-03-0612h 08Respecting Health
Respecting HealthComing Face to Face With Bias in Global Health Imagery Esmita Charani Societal biases appear just about everywhere, and once you notice them, it is impossible to consider how they affect our decisions and they way we build our societies. You also realize how normalized they can be. Artificial intelligence trainers are thinking more about bias in data sets. Data scientists are thinking more about how bias creeps into the data used to analyze just about everything related to health, from research to resource allocation. A lot of it though is somewhat hidden, especially in data sets. You really have to know your way around...
2024-02-0740 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 90 - Charles Paisley (Part 2)Charles Paisley was born into the message and grew up in raised in Faith Assembly Church in Clarksville, Indiana where Junior Jackson was the pastor. Charles became assistant pastor of the church in the years after Raymond Jackson died. Charles is currently a minister at The Gospel Church of Jeffersonville, Indiana, where he is working […]
2022-11-0232 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 89 - Charles Paisley - Another minister leaves the messageCharles Paisley was born into the message and was raised in Faith Assembly Church in Clarksville, Indiana where Junior Jackson was the pastor. Charles became assistant pastor of the church in the years after Raymond Jackson died. He has traveled international and has visited dozens of message Churches. His family has been in the message […]
2022-09-071h 36Off The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 88 - The Serpent's Tail (Part 5)This is the conclusion of our interview with Deborah Daulton Thibodeau. Her story is chronicled in “The Serpent’s Tail”, which Deb has authored. The book is published by Adelaide books is available directly from the publisher or from Amazon. Why were Ed Daulton’s last words : “Brother Branham, lied to me. I have been betrayed!” … Continue reading ""
2022-06-2546 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 87 - The Serpent's Tail (Part 4)Rod continues his interview with Deborah Daulton Thibodeau in this episode. Her story is chronicled in “The Serpent’s Tail”, which Deb has authored. The book is published by Adelaide books is available directly from the publisher or from Amazon. The transcript of our podcast is available to download:
2022-05-3140 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 86 - The Serpent's Tail (Part 3)In Part 3, Rod continues his interview with Deborah Daulton Thibodeau. Her story is chronicled in “The Serpent’s Tail”, which Deb has authored. The book is published by Adelaide books is available directly from the publisher or from Amazon. The transcript of our podcast is available to download:
2022-05-0229 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 85 - The Serpent's Tail (Part 2)In this episode, Rod continues his interview with Deborah Daulton Thibodeau. Her story is chronicled in “The Serpent’s Tail”, which Deb has authored. The book is published by Adelaide books is available directly from the publisher or from Amazon. The transcript of our podcast is available to download:
2022-04-031h 05Off The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 84 - The Serpent's Tail - Abuse in the ParkIn this episode, Rod interviews Deborah Daulton Thibodeau, the youngest daughter of Ed Daulton. Her story is chronicled in “The Serpent’s Tail”, which Deb has authored. The book is published by Adelaide books and is available on Amazon and directly from Adelaide Books. In the summer of 1962, about sixty members of several large extended … Continue reading ""
2022-03-0346 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 83 - The Downfall of the Message in Brazil? (Part 2)This is part 2 of our interview with Arthur Antunes, the author of “The Secret of the Seventh Angel: The Downfall of Branhamism” which was published in July 2021 in Brazil. Arthur Antunes is a pseudonym or pen name and the true identity of the author remains a secret. For the purpose of this interview […]
2022-01-2555 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 82 - What is happening to the Message in Brazil? In this episode, Rod interviews Arthur Antunes, the author of “The Secret of the Seventh Angel: The Downfall of Branhamism” which was published in July 2021 in Brazil. Arthur Antunes is a pseudonym or pen name and the true identity of the author remains a secret. For the purpose of this interview the voice of our guest has been disguised using up to date computer technology. Followers of the message in Brazil have been rocked by a sexual scandal involving Joaquim Gonçalves da Silva, one of the most well known message pastors in Brazil. The alleg...
2021-12-221h 03Off The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 81 – Pastor James Manuel of South Africa (Part 3) Rod, Emily and Tim conclude their discussion with former message pastor James Manuel of Cape Town, South Africa. James was in the message for almost 40 years. Link to the Testimony of James Manuel The following is a transcript of the podcast: OTS-81-James-Manuel-TranscriptDownload
2021-11-2732 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 80 – Pastor James Manuel of South Africa (Part 2) Rod, Emily and Tim continue their discussion with former message pastor James Manuel of Cape Town, South Africa. James was in the message for almost 40 years. The following is a transcript of the podcast: OTS-80-James-Manuel-TranscriptDownload
2021-10-221h 45Bli med backstage
Bli med backstageHelge Jordal - Motbakkeorkesteret og hele Bergens Helge JordalHelge Jordal er en viktig mann for kulturen i Bergen. Som både artist og skuespiller har han vært en del av bransjen i over 50 år. Han inngikk et samarbeid med Motbakkeorkesteret for noen år siden, et fint prosjekt som han forteller om i denne episoden. Helge byr også på historier fra sitt liv og karrieren. Bli med backstage da vel! En podcast av Bergen Live. Programleder: Emilie Dyrøy. Produksjon: Frida Rød.
2021-10-0744 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 79 – Pastor James Manuel of South Africa (Part 1) Rod, Emily and Tim interview former message pastor James Manuel of Cape Town, South Africa. James was in the message for almost 40 years. This interview continues James’ story from where we left off in Episode 52.  External links: BelieveTheSign article – Message pastor Vin Dayal charged with money launderingBelieveTheSign article – The Testimony of James ManuelHow does a person become a Christian? The following is a transcript of the podcast: OTS-79-James-Manuel-transcript-part-1Download
2021-09-211h 27Off The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 78 - Pastor Jeff Jenkins - 7 Years Later (Part 4) Jeff Jenkins was the pastor of Believers Christian Fellowship in Lima, Ohio for almost 33 and a half years. In the conclusion of our interview, we talk about whether what his advice is to those that have left the message and what the proper approach should be to religion and faith based on his experience since leaving the message. Links– Finding God in the Waves by Mike McHargue– Our first interview with Pastor Jeff– Jeff Jenkins discusses the 1963 Arizona Cloud The following is a transcript of the podcast: OTS-76-Jeff-Jenkins-Part-4Download
2021-08-2038 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 77 - Pastor Jeff Jenkins - 7 Years Later (Part 3) Jeff Jenkins was the pastor of Believers Christian Fellowship in Lima, Ohio for almost 33 and a half years. In part 3 of our interview, we talk about whether he has had any contact with other message ministers since he left the message and how his ministry has developed over the past 7 years. Links– Our first interview with Pastor Jeff– Jeff Jenkins discusses the 1963 Arizona Cloud The following is a transcript of the podcast: OTS-76-Jeff-Jenkins-Part-3Download
2021-07-2329 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 76 - Pastor Jeff Jenkins - 7 Years Later (Part 2) Jeff Jenkins was the pastor of Believers Christian Fellowship in Lima, Ohio for almost 33 and a half years. In part 2 of our interview, we talk about what has surprised him most since he left the message. Links – Our first interview with Pastor Jeff – Jeff Jenkins discusses the 1963 Arizona Cloud The following is a transcript of the podcast: OTS-76-Jeff-Jenkins-Part-2Download
2021-06-2624 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 75 - Pastor Jeff Jenkins - Seven Years Later (Part 1) Jeff Jenkins was the pastor of Believers Christian Fellowship in Lima, Ohio for almost 33 and a half years. Rod Bergen and Tim Kraus talk to Jeff about: – What have been the biggest changes in his thinking since he left the message 7 years ago? – What has surprised him most since he left the message? – Has he had any contact with other message ministers since he left?  – How has his ministry developed since he left the message? – What is his advice to those that have left the message? – What is the proper approach to religion and f...
2021-05-2130 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 74 - Talks with Tim - Donny Reagan Gets Excited This is the first in a new series that we are going to be doing called Talks with Tim.  Tim Kraus, as our regular listeners know, is one of the co-hosts on Off The Shelf.  If you would like some background on Tim, please listen to episode 61 where we talk to Tim at length about his experiences with the message. We get people who send us video links on occasion.  And some of them are, honestly, so disturbing, that we feel we need to respond to them.  This podcast is one such response.  Related video link...
2021-05-141h 54Off The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 73 - The 2020 Debate (Part 7) This is the conclusion of our discussion with message pastor Jesse Smith regarding the status of William Branham as a prophet.  Jax Cox and Tim Kraus act as moderators. The discussion focused around this agreed issue: William Branham is considered by his followers to be a prophet and, specifically, the messenger to the church of Laodicea (the fulfillment of Rev 3:14), the Elijah prophet (fulfilling Malachi4:5-6) and the angel of Revelation 10:7. Was William Branham who his followers say he is?This episode is comprised of the closing statements of both Jesse Smith and Rod Bergen.
2021-05-0727 minBli med backstage
Bli med backstageTorkjell “Toschie” Rød: Fans av rock er ikke som andre fans og å kombinere artistlivet med en annen jobbTorkjell “Toschie” Rød er vokalist i rockebandet Audrey Horne og det er han som gjester denne episoden. Han forteller om at fans av rock ikke er som andre fans. Han er tatovør og forteller også om hvordan det er å kombinere artistlivet med en annen jobb. Bli med backstage da vel! En produksjon av Bergen Live.
2021-05-0558 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 72 - The 2020 Debate (Part 6) This is part 6 of our discussion with message pastor Jesse Smith regarding the status of William Branham as a prophet.  Jax Cox and Tim Kraus act as moderators. In this portion of our discussion, we deal with: If William Branham’s teaching is correct, why do message followers display so little love for those who leave?Why is the fruit of the message so bad?Did William Branham have any valid prophecies?  Three prophecies are specifically considered: First, the immoral condition of the church; Second, that no greater ministry to the Gentiles would rise than William Branham; and Thir...
2021-04-3048 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 71 - The 2020 Debate (Part 5) This is part 5 of our discussion with message pastor Jesse Smith regarding the status of William Branham as a prophet.  Jax Cox and Tim Kraus act as moderators. Specifically, in this portion of our discussion, we deal with: Specifically, in this portion of our discussion, we deal with the following: If William Branham’s teaching is correct, why did God require Christians in earlier ages to believe false doctrine in order to be saved?Are Trinitarians Christians?Is there clear proof that William Branham lied habitually?Why did William Branham fake that he spoke in tongues? ...
2021-04-2352 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 70 - The 2020 Debate (Part 4) This is part 4 of our discussion with message pastor Jesse Smith regarding the status of William Branham as a prophet.  Jax Cox and Tim Kraus act as moderators. Specifically, in this portion of our discussion, we deal with: Specifically, in this portion of our discussion, we deal with Does the Holy Spirit lead a person into the message?Was William Branham lying when he said that he was standing under the Cloud?Does the doctrine of the Trinity teach that God has 3 minds?Did any giants of the Christian faith not follow the doctrine of the T...
2021-04-1639 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 69 - The 2020 Debate (Part 3) This is part 3 of our discussion with message pastor Jesse Smith regarding the status of William Branham as a prophet.  Specifically, in this portion of our discussion, we deal with: How do we respond to WMB’s failed visions given the clear requirements of Deuteronomy 18:20 to 22?How is this affected by cognitive bias?Is the baptism of the Holy Spirit a separate work of grace, like salvation?Do you have to accept the message of William Branham to be born again?If WMB was the messenger to the church of Laodicea, the Elijah prophet and the angel of rev...
2021-04-111h 42BB-podden
BB-poddenBB-podden #3 "Menighet" med Per Arne Gjerde og Morten GundersenMenighet er et tema du finner som en rød tråd fra perm til perm i Bibelen, og dermed et viktig tema her på Bergen Bibelskole.Men hva er menighet, hva er poenget, og ikke minst hvorfor være en del av det?Disse spørsmålene vil du få svar på i denne episoden, i tillegg til informasjon om hvordan elever ved BB blir inkludert i menighetsliv i Bergen under skoleåret.Bergen Bibelskole feiret i 2020, 30 år med skoledrift.Følg BB-podden og rate oss gjerne på iTunes o...
2021-04-0936 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 68 - The 2020 Debate (Part 2) This is part 2 of our discussion with message pastor Jesse Smith regarding the status of William Branham as a prophet.  Specifically, in this portion of our discussion, we deal with the King James Version Only-ism, women wearing pants and whether it is OK to condemn people who are not Christians. Jay Cox and Tim Kraus are the moderators of our discussion. The agreed question for discussion: William Branham is considered by his followers to be a prophet and, specifically, the messenger to the church of Laodicea (the fulfillment of Rev 3:14), the Elijah prophet (fulfilling Malachi4:5...
2021-03-2649 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 67 - The 2020 Debate (Part 1) On September 12, 2020, the first-ever English language debate was held between a message pastor (Jesse Smith of Akron, OH) and an ex-message Christian (Rod Bergen from the Off The Shelf podcast and the BelieveTheSign website). The discussion was moderated by C. Jay Cox and Tim Kraus. The agreed question for discussion: William Branham is considered by his followers to be a prophet and, specifically, the messenger to the church of Laodicea (the fulfillment of Rev 3:14), the Elijah prophet (fulfilling Malachi4:5-6) and the angel of Revelation 10:7. Was William Branham who his followers say he is?
2021-03-2250 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 66 - The Seven Thunders - An Interview with Eleisha Moreno (Part 3) This is the conclusion of the interview with Eleisha Moreno, a former follower of Joseph Coleman, who initiated the Seven Thunders Inspiration, a sub-cult within the “Message” (which is how followers of William Branham refer to themselves). Book – When Prophecy Fails by Leon Festinger Music – Losing My Religion by Lauren Daigle from the album, “Look Up Child” – Available on Apple Music
2021-03-0134 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 65 - The Seven Thunders - An Interview with Eleisha Moreno (Part 2) In this episode, Emily, Rod, and Tim interview Eleisha Moreno, a former follower of Joseph Coleman, who initiated the Seven Thunders Inspiration, a sub-cult within the “Message” (which is how followers of William Branham refer to themselves).Rod starts the podcast with an editorial comment on a topic that is getting a lot of play on social media with followers of William Branham – the election of Kamala Harris as vice president of the united states AND the fact that she wore a purple dress at her inauguration. External Links – The Kamala Harris Prophecy – The FBI re...
2021-01-2422 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 64 - The Seven Thunders - An Interview with Eleisha Moreno (Part 1) In this episode, Emily, Rod, and Tim interview Eleisha Moreno, a former follower of Joseph Coleman, who initiated the Seven Thunders Inspiration, a sub-cult within the “Message” (which is how followers of William Branham refer to themselves).Joseph Coleman preached his first sermon in Eleisha’s grandparents’ home in the early 1960’s, so Eleisha’s knowledge of the Seven Thunders movement dates to its infancy. Music – Man Comes Around by Johnny Cash from the album, “American IV: The Man Comes Around” – Available on Apple Music
2020-12-2024 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 63 - Introducing Your New Co-Hosts (Part 3) This episode concludes the discussion with our new co-hosts. Rod Bergen talks to Emily Arndt and Tim Kraus about a number of important issues relating to the message. External links - Article on Pastor Vinworth Dayal from Trinidad Music - God Still Loves Me by Andrae Crouch - Available on Apple Music
2020-11-161h 01Off The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 62 - Introducing your new co-hosts (Part 2) This episode continues the introduction of our new co-hosts. Rod Bergen talks to Emily Arndt and Tim Kraus about a number of important issues relating to the message. Music - The Storm Still Rages by Rhonda Vincent - Available on Apple Music
2020-10-1828 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 61 - Season 2 Kick-Off - Introducing Your New Co-Hosts Season 2 (Episode 61) of Off The Shelf starts with an introduction to our new co-hosts. Rod Bergen talks to Emily Arndt (see episode 16) about what has happened to her over the last couple of years and Tim Kraus tells of how he came to the message and why he left. Music - Call Nobody Here Your Teacher by Don Francisco - Available on Amazon
2020-09-191h 29Off The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 60 - An interview with message follower C. Jay Cox (Part 4) Listen to Jay Cox, a message follower, in a conversation with Rod Bergen, a former message believer.  In this conclusion of their interview,, they discuss why someone should follow William Branham and the status is of those who do not follow William Branham.   Other topics referred to in the interview: Dallas Willard on Post-modern Holiness - see video belowThe Insanity of God by Nik Ripken - see video below (learn more)The status of message followersWhat should we believe? https://youtu.be/RjVh-8mqgfo Nik Ripken - The Insanity of God ...
2020-05-0846 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 59 - An interview with message follower C. Jay Cox (Part 3) With apologies for an almost 2 year hiatus, Rod continues his conversation with Jay Cox, a follower of William Branham.  In part 3, they discuss whether William Branham made any real prophecies.  Their discussion includes (click on the underlined links to read further): 1. Was William Branham credible? 2. The mystery of the Branham Tabernacle cornerstone 3. Vicarious Filii Dei Related Links Searching for VindicationPillar of fire on the Ohio river - newspaper article Houston photograph of the pillar of fireThe prophecy of the egg-shaped cars The Hagin prophecy Music - Blues composition from Band-in-a-Box (Rod Be...
2020-05-0335 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 58 – An interview with message follower C. Jay Cox (Part 2)Rod continues his conversation with Jay Cox, a follower of William Branham.  In this second part, they discuss whether William Branham made any real prophecies.  Their discussion includes: What is the Biblical Test for a Prophet? The Seven Visions of 1933 Did President Roosevelt start World War 2? Video – The prophecy of the egg-shaped car The problems with the prophecy of driverless cars Music – Freedom by Josh Garrels from the album Underquiet – available from Josh Garrels website.
2018-08-2755 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 58 - An interview with message follower C. Jay Cox (Part 2)Rod continues his conversation with Jay Cox, a follower of William Branham.  In this second part, they discuss whether William Branham made any real prophecies.  Their discussion includes: What is the Biblical Test for a Prophet? The Seven Visions of 1933 Did President Roosevelt start World War 2? Video – The prophecy of the egg-shaped car The problems with the prophecy of driverless cars Music – Freedom by Josh Garrels from the album Underquiet – available from Josh Garrels website.
2018-08-2755 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 57 - An interview with message follower C. Jay Cox (Part 1)Listen to Jay Cox, a message follower, in a conversation with Rod Bergen, a former message believer.  In this first part, they discuss what it means to be a follower of William Branham; where Jay places himself in the world of the message and the types of prophecies that William Branham made. External links: The American Cynic Party page on Facebook (Jay Cox) The American Cynic Party channel on Youtube (Jay Cox) Power to Change William Branham and “Thus Saith The Lord“ The Five Types of Prophecies that William Branham made The problem of William Branham and Ma...
2018-07-3021 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 56 - An interview with Cindy and Anna Bergen (Part 2)Rod concludes the interview with his wife, Cindy and their daughter, Anna, regarding their experiences in the message and why they left. Go to Part 1 Music – Father and Daughter by Paul Simon from the album The Essential Paul Simon (2007) – Available on iTunes
2018-06-1831 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 55 - An interview with Cindy and Anna Bergen (Part 1)In this installment of Off The Shelf, Rod interviews his wife, Cindy and his daughter, Anna, about their experiences in the message. External links: BelieveTheSign article – The Municipal Bridge Vision Searching For Vindication website Music – You Are So Beautiful by Joe Cocker from the album 20th Century Masters – The Millennium Collection: The Best of Joe Cocker (2000) – Available on iTunes  
2018-05-2130 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 54 - An Interview with Dr. Gabriel Pollen (Part 2)This is the conclusion of the interview with former message follower Dr. Gabriel Pollen of Zambia. Dr. Pollen recently received a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of London. Dr. Pollen was raised in the message but recently came to grips with the problems in William Branham’s ministry.  This is his story. Go to Part 1 Music – Love Education by Jon Gibson from the album Love Education (1995) – available from Amazon. Lyrics for Love Education So here I am in solo fashion I sit alone inside my passion
2018-04-2331 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 53 - An Interview with Dr. Gabriel Pollen (Part 1)Rod interviews former message follower Dr. Gabriel Pollen of Zambia. Dr. Pollen recently received a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of London. Dr. Pollen was raised in the message but recently came to grips with the problems in William Branham’s ministry.  This is his story. Music – Songs That Answer Questions by Gaither Vocal Band from Lovin’ God & Lovin’ Each Other (Sep 9, 1997) – available from iTunes.
2018-03-1934 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 52 - An interview with Pastor James Manuel of South Africa (Part 3)Rod continues his interview with former message pastor James Manuel of Cape Town, South Africa. James was in the message for almost 40 years. Since leaving the message, James has embarked on a mission to expose the lies, deception, fraud and corruption in the message wherever and whenever he gets an opportunity.  He has challenged message ministers all over the world to prove the message correct and as a result has had some threaten his life. James has stated that he is willing to publicly repent, recant and return to the message if anyone can convince h...
2018-02-1933 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 51 - An interview with Pastor James Manuel of South Africa (Part 2)Rod continues his interview with former message pastor James Manuel of Cape Town, South Africa. James was in the message for almost 40 years.  He believed it, he lived it and he preached it. The message was all his wife and children knew and it was all he knew. James has stated that he is willing to publicly repent, recant and return to the message if anyone can convince him with hard evidence that his claims are false.  Likewise, if you fail to disprove what he claims, are you willing to turn your back on the message and fo...
2018-02-1225 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 50 - An interview with Pastor James Manuel of South Africa (Part 1)James Manuel Rod interviews former message pastor James Manuel of Cape Town, South Africa. James was in the message for almost 40 years.  He believed it, he lived it and he preached it. The message was all his wife and children knew and it was all he knew. Since leaving the message, James has embarked on a mission to expose the lies, deception, fraud and corruption in the message wherever and whenever he gets an opportunity.  He has challenged message ministers all over the world to prove the message correct and as a result has had some threaten hi...
2018-02-0521 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 49 - A Biblical view of the Seven Church Ages - An Interview with Andrew Loza (Part 2)Rod and Andrew Loza, a former police detective, continue their discussion of the doctrine of the seven church ages. External links: BelieveTheSign article on the Seven Church Age doctrine BelieveTheSign article on whether the message is a cult BelieveTheSign article on Christians that were required to believe Satanic doctrine Music – Wishful Thinking  by MercyMe from Welcome to the New (2014) – available from iTunes
2018-01-2921 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 48 - A Biblical view of the Seven Church Ages - An Interview with Andrew Loza (Part 1)Rod and one of our listeners, Andrew Loza, a former police detective, discuss growing up in the message and  what led him to leave the message.  They also begin a discussion of the doctrine of the seven church ages. Sermon quotes played in this podcast: William Branham, The Invisible Union Of The Bride Of Christ, 65-1125, para. 240. Chad Lamb, Believers Christian Fellowhip, The 7 Seals, part 14, Sept. 27, 2017 Chad Lamb, Believers Christian Fellowhip, The 7 Seals, part 16, October 8, 2017 External links: BelieveTheSign article on the Seven Church Age doctrine BelieveTheSign article on whether the message is a cult Be...
2018-01-2220 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 47 - How to defend William Branham... poorly (Part 5)Rod & John continue to examine Wisper Gwena’s defence of William Branham.  In this episode, Pastor Gwena’s defense of William Branham is challenged on the basis that: All of William Branham’s prophecies are “after the fact” and even some of those he gets wrong. William Branham made no valid “before the fact” prophecies on any of his publicly recorded sermons. External Links: A challenge to all message followers Seek The Truth article on Roosevelt Seek The Truth  article on Roosevelt vs. Hitler Believe The Sign article on Franklin D. Roosevelt Pastor Wisper Gwena’s sermon – Divine Com...
2018-01-1526 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 46 - How to defend William Branham... poorly (Part 4)Rod & John continue to examine Wisper Gwena’s defence of William Branham.  They examine what cognitive dissonance is and discuss Pastor Gwena’s claim that he is not the one suffering from cognitive dissonance, rather it is John and Rod that are the ones that are experiencing cognitive dissonance.  But is this really the case? External Links: Seek The Truth article on Cognitive Dissonance BelieveTheSign article on Cognitive Dissonance Video on the Brown Bear vision Seek The Truth blog – How ‘Bout Them Second Brown Bears BelieveTheSign article on the Brown Bear Vision The Mystery of the Empty Corne...
2018-01-0825 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 45 - How to defend William Branham... poorly (Part 3)Rod & John continue to examine Wisper Gwena’s defence of William Branham.  Pastor Gwena is from Waltham Abbey (North London), UK where he is the pastor of Spoken Word Ministry church.  Joining Rod is John Collins, author of the Seek The Truth website and grandson of Willard Collins, the former pastor of Branham Tabernacle in Jeffersonville, Indiana. External Links: Article on the use of red herring arguments in defence of William Branham Article on William Branham’s use of Thus Saith The Lord Article on Testing a Prophet Pastor Wisper Gwena’s sermon – Divine Commentary on the Message ...
2018-01-0134 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 44 - Christmas in the messageRod and his daughter, Anna, share stories from our listeners about their experiences with celebrating (or not celebrating) Christmas in the message.  Rod ends the podcast with a description of what Christmas is really all about. External links Article on Christianity and the Celebration of Christmas Article on William Branham and the Birth of Jesus Music – Hark! The Herald Angels Sing from Christmas Cookies (2005) by The Oak Ridge Boys – available on iTunes
2017-12-2423 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 43 - How to defend William Branham... poorly (Part 2)Rod & John continue to examine Wisper Gwena’s defence of William Branham.  Specifically, they examine a number of significant problems with William Branham such as the lack of newspaper articles which William Branham said appeared across the US and Canada; his lies about travelling around the world seven times; his visit to Pigalle; the problems with Congressman Upshaw; William Branham’s first commission which he stopped talking about after he changed his story; and the failed healing of Donny Morton.  Detailed links are below. External Links: Seek The Truth article on the 1933 baptism Believe The Sign article...
2017-12-1828 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 42 - How to defend William Branham... poorly (Part 1)In this episode, Rod  responds to a defense of William Branham that was presented by Wisper Gwena, pastor of Spoken Word Ministry church, Waltham Abbey (North London), UK.  Rod is joined by John Collins, author of the Seek The Truth website and grandson of Willard Collins, the former pastor of Branham Tabernacle in Jeffersonville, Indiana.  John is also the author of two books, “Stone Mountain to Dallas: The Untold Story of Roy Elonza Davis” and “Jim Jones – The Malachi 4 Elijah Prophecy”. In this episode, Rod & John discuss the following: Personal accusations made by Pastor Gwena. Is there a diffe...
2017-12-1122 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 41 - Recovering from the messageSeveral weeks ago, we received an email from a listener.  Here is an excerpt from that email: In a nutshell, I feel like I am in the very beginning stages of “Message Recovery”… terrified of attending “any church”, still struggling with fear of “damnation” and “total confusion” of who/what God is vs. the Indoctrination of the Message. Your Podcasts were my turning point….thank you so much for putting them out there….  Thank you, I wait every Sunday for a new one to be released….they are my Lifeline right now. Struggling with severe depression, bu...
2017-12-0424 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 40 - Interview with Paul & Kathy Jenkins (Part 2)This is part 2 of the interview with former message followers, Paul & Kathy Jenkins.  Paul’s father, Lonnie Jenkins, was a well known teacher in the message and Paul was also the worship leader for many years at Believers Christian Fellowship in Lima, Ohio.  Paul is the brother of Jeff Jenkins, who we have interviewed several times on Off The Shelf. External Links: What is cognitive dissonance and why do message followers suffer from it? Facebook discussion page BelieveTheSign – complete list of issues with the message Music – Freedom by Josh Garrels from The House of Worship Project (2...
2017-11-2735 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 39 - Interview with Paul & Kathy Jenkins (Part 1)In this episode, Rod talks to former message followers, Paul & Kathy Jenkins.  Paul’s father, Lonnie Jenkins, was a well known teacher in the message and Paul was also the worship leader for many years at Believers Christian Fellowship in Lima, Ohio.  Paul is the brother of Jeff Jenkins, who we have interviewed several times on Off The Shelf. External Links: Facebook discussion page BelieveTheSign – complete list of issues with the message Music – Freedom by Josh Garrels from The House of Worship Project (2012) – available from Bandcamp.
2017-11-201h 20Off The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 38 - Interview with John Collins (Part 4)This is the conclusion of our interview with John Collins, author of the Seek The Truth website. In this episode, John talks about, among other things: William Branham and the Ku Klux Klan (the KKK) William Branham and Roy Davis William Branham and Jim Jones The Latter Rain Movement The Manifest Sons of God External Links: Stone Mountain to Dallas: The Untold Story of Roy Elonza Davis Jim Jones – The Malachi 4 Elijah Prophecy Seek The Truth website CBC Story – How a dead U.S. evangelist inspires London’s reviled street preachers Music – Love Thy Neigh...
2017-11-1333 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 37 - Interview with John Collins (Part 3)This is part 3 of our interview with John Collins, author of the Seek The Truth website. In this episode, John talks about, among other things: His views on the message street preachers in London, Ontario – Steve Ravbar and Matthew Carapella. Were William Branham’s derogatory statements only against women that were not his followers? Would William Branham condone the type of things that Matthew Carapella and Steve Ravbar are saying and doing? External Links: Stone Mountain to Dallas: The Untold Story of Roy Elonza Davis Jim Jones – The Malachi 4 Elijah Prophecy Seek The Truth website ...
2017-11-0526 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 36 - Interview with John Collins (Part 2)This is part 2 of the interview with John Collins, author of the Seek The Truth website. In this episode, John talks about, among other things: Are people who leave the message bitter or angry towards people in the message? What led him to start seekyethetruth.com in early 2012.   The new direction in his blog External Links: Stone Mountain to Dallas: The Untold Story of Roy Elonza Davis Jim Jones – The Malachi 4 Elijah Prophecy Seek The Truth website CBC Story – How a dead U.S. evangelist inspires London’s reviled street preachers Music – New Pharisees ...
2017-10-2936 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 35 - Interview with John Collins, author of the Seek The Truth websiteIn this episode, Rod talks to John Collins, author of the Seek The Truth website and grandson of Willard Collins, the former pastor of Branham Tabernacle in Jeffersonville, Indiana.  John is also the author of two books, “Stone Mountain to Dallas: The Untold Story of Roy Elonza Davis” and “Jim Jones – The Malachi 4 Elijah Prophecy”. In this episode, John talks about, among other things: Growing up in the message (followers of William Branham refer to themselves as being “in the message”). How is being born into the message different from those who came into the message later in life? ...
2017-10-2235 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 34 - Abdu Murray - A former Muslim discusses the doctrine of the Trinity (Part 3)In this episode, Rod concludes his interview with well known apologist and author, Abdu Murray. For most of his life, Abdu was a proud Muslim who studied the Qur’an and Islam. After a nine-year investigation into the historical, philosophical, and scientific underpinnings of the major world religions and views, Abdu discovered that the historic Christian faith can answer the questions of the mind and the longings of the heart. In this episode, Rod and Abdu discuss the doctrine of the Trinity including: whether analogies are useful in understanding the Trinity: baptism in the na...
2017-10-1624 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 33 - Abdu Murray - A former Muslim discusses the doctrine of the Trinity (Part 2)In this episode, Rod continues with part 2 of his interview with h well known apologist and author, Abdu Murray. For most of his life, Abdu was a proud Muslim who studied the Qur’an and Islam. After a nine-year investigation into the historical, philosophical, and scientific underpinnings of the major world religions and views, Abdu discovered that the historic Christian faith can answer the questions of the mind and the longings of the heart. In this episode, Rod and Abdu discuss the doctrine of the Trinity, including: the biblical basis for the doctrine of th...
2017-10-0930 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 32 - Abdu Murray - A former Muslim talks about the doctrine of the Trinity (Part 1)In this episode of Off The Shelf, Rod talks to Abdu Murray, a well known apologist and the author of two books, including his latest, Grand Central Question: Answering the Critical Concerns of the Major Worldviews. For most of his life, Abdu was a proud Muslim who studied the Qur’an and Islam. After a nine-year investigation into the historical, philosophical, and scientific underpinnings of the major world religions and views, Abdu discovered that the historic Christian faith can answer the questions of the mind and the longings of the heart. Abdu has spoken to di...
2017-10-0226 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 31 - Sylvia Perkins - Why I left the message (Part 3)This is part 3 of our interview with Sylvia Perkins.  Sylvia attended Branham Tabernacle as a child.  She was in a myriad of William Branham’s services and even watched TV with Joseph Branham, the youngest of the Branham children. She was at the funeral of William Branham and attended Lee Vayle’s church for 18 years following the William Branham’s death.  She was at the opening of the opening of the cornerstone of Branham Tabernacle after it was struck by a car and saw what it contained.  She even had an interview with William Branham and he told her s...
2017-09-2521 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 30 - Sylvia Perkins - My Years in the Message (Part 2)This is part 2 of our interview with Sylvia Perkins.  Sylvia attended Branham Tabernacle as a child.  She was in a myriad of William Branham’s services and even watched TV with Joseph Branham, the youngest of the Branham children. She was at the funeral of William Branham and attended Lee Vayle’s church for 18 years following the William Branham’s death.  She was at the opening of the opening of the cornerstone of Branham Tabernacle after it was struck by a car and saw what it contained.  She even had an interview with William Branham and he told her s...
2017-09-1818 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 29 - Sylvia Perkins - Growing up in Branham Tabernacle (Part 1)Sylvia Perkins attended Branham Tabernacle as a child.  She was in a myriad of William Branham’s services and even watched TV with Joseph Branham, the youngest of the Branham children. She was at the funeral of William Branham and attended Lee Vayle’s church for 18 years following the William Branham’s death.  She was at the opening of the opening of the cornerstone of Branham Tabernacle after it was struck by a car and saw what it contained.  She even had an interview with William Branham and he told her she was a prophetess. Join Brya...
2017-09-1124 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 28 - Were some Christians required to believe Satanic doctrine to be saved?Did you you know that William Branham taught that some Christians were required to believe Satanic doctrine in order to be saved?   This podcast outlines William Branham’s teaching on the subject with direct quotes from his sermons. This number 10 (and the last) in our summer series of podcasts that we have entitled “Summer Shorts”.   They are only 5-10 minutes long… just enough to get you thinking about something that you might not have thought about. Relevant links to this podcast Read the details on William Branham’s teaching on this subject Were William Branham’s teachings...
2017-09-0320 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 27 - William Branham's visit to the graves of Buddha, Confucius and MuhhamadWilliam Branham stated on several occasions that he had visited the graves of Muhammad, Buddha and Confucius.  But did he?  We looked at the issue to determine whether William Branham actually visited these famous graves. I think you will be surprised at what we found… well, maybe not if you’ve been listening to our podcasts. This podcast is number 9 in our summer series of podcasts that we are calling “Summer Shorts”.   They are only 5-10 minutes long… just enough to get you thinking about something that you might not have thought about. Relevant links t...
2017-08-2806 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 26 - Did William Branham travel around the world seven times?William Branham stated on numerous occasions that he had traveled around the world seven times.  We had a question from a listener asking if we had ever checked whether this was the case.  So we did some research to determine whether William Branham actually went around the world seven times. I think you will be surprised at what we found… well, maybe not if you’ve been listening to our podcasts. This podcast is number 8 in our summer series of podcasts that we are calling “Summer Shorts”.   They are only 5-10 minutes long… just enough to get you think...
2017-08-2104 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 25 - The prophet and the eagleWilliam Branham stated many times that the Bible compared God’s prophets to eagles. However, he never provided one scriptural example of where this was the case.  So we thought we would check out whether what he said was actually based in the Bible. I think you will be surprised at what we found… well, maybe not if you’ve been listening to our podcasts. This podcast is part 7 in our summer series of short podcasts that we are calling “Summer Shorts”.   They will only be 5-10 minutes… just enough to get you thinking about something that y...
2017-08-1404 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 24 - The significance of a seven-lettered nameWilliam Branham stated that there was significance in names name ending in H-A-M.  It was also significant that Billy Graham’s name was six letters, the number of a man, but Branham was 7 letters, which was perfection.   Really?   William Branham also stated that his ministry and Billy Graham’s were the only worldwide ministries of anyone with a name ending in H-A-M.  But he obviously did not know about Frank Boreham. This podcast is part 6 in our summer series of short podcasts that we are calling “Summer Shorts”.   They will only be 5-10 minutes… just enough to get you...
2017-08-0706 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 23 - To Message Followers: God commands you to answer the questions of skeptics!In this podcast, Bryan & Rod provide scriptures which specifically require message believers to provide answers to the questions that researchers into the message have been publicly asking for the past 5 years. This podcast is part 5 in our summer series of short podcasts that we are calling “Summer Shorts”.   They will only be 5-10 minutes… just enough to get you thinking about something that you might not have thought about.   Some may be the two of them, while others may just be solo. Relevant links to this podcast Our first challenge to followers of William Branham Our sec...
2017-07-3107 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 22 - Did William Branham have any real prophecies??We have been unable to find a single occurrence where we have a clear prophecy recorded on tape that was later clearly fulfilled. This is a test for anyone that is a follower of the message of William Branham. Did William Branham make any REAL “before the fact” prophecies in any of his tapes? THIS IS THE CRITICAL QUESTION – Can you provide us with an unambiguous prophecy made by William Branham that was recorded publicly before the fact (i.e. we can verify on a tape) and that was later fulfilled in a clear manner?  Surely...
2017-07-2412 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 21 - Jesus + Branham = ?What do you get when you add William Branham to Jesus?  Is it the Gospel that Paul preached?  Or is it something different? William Branham stated that “the Word in the days of the apostles does not work in this day.”  Is that what Paul preached? This podcast is part 3 in our summer series of short podcasts that we are calling “Summer Shorts”.   They will only be 4-5 minutes… just enough to get you thinking about something that you might not have thought about.   Some may be the two of them, while others may just be solo. Re...
2017-07-1707 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 20 - Two Ding Dongs and a Microphone (Summer Shorts)  One of our listeners informed us of a recent comment made by the pastor of a message church in Beaufort, South Carolina.  This pastor labeled those who dared challenge William Branham as “ding dongs”. But was it the case that no one dared challenge William Braham when he was alive?  Find out what actually happened to those who challenged William Branham. We also include a sneak preview of an upcoming interview with Sylvia Perkins in September. This podcast is part of our summer series  of short podcasts that we are calling “Summer Shor...
2017-07-1007 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 19 - William Branham in Summer ShortsFor July and August, Bryan and Rod are doing a series of short podcasts that they are calling “Summer Shorts”.   They will only be 4-5 minutes… just enough to get you thinking about something that you might not have thought about before.   Some may be the two of them, while others may just be solo. William Branham wearing “women’s underneath clothes” in South Africa William Branham stated that when a man wore shorts, he was wearing a  “woman’s underneath clothes”, but don’t men were shorts for underwear as well?  Could it be that William Branham didn’t wear any under...
2017-07-0303 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 18 - Meet Emily Arndt, missionary to Uganda (Part 3)Emily Arndt  grew up in the message in Wisconsin but never heard the good news of Jesus Christ until she was 21 years of age.  Emily became a veterinary technician and is currently living and serving with the Christian Veterinary Mission in Kampala, Uganda, East Africa. She is Assistant Clinician Facilitator in the surgical department of Uganda’s only veterinary college. She works under a missionary veterinarian from the UK and also assists the Africa Center for Apologetics Research, who work to train believers for the defense of the faith, and mobilize Christians for the neglected but essential task...
2017-06-2618 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 17 - Meet Emily Arndt, missionary to Uganda (Part 2)Emily Arndt  grew up in the message in Wisconsin but never heard the good news of Jesus Christ until she was 21 years of age.  Emily became a veterinary technician and is currently living and serving with the Christian Veterinary Mission in Kampala, Uganda, East Africa. She is Assistant Clinician Facilitator in the surgical department of Uganda’s only veterinary college. She works under a missionary veterinarian from the UK and also assists the Africa Center for Apologetics Research, who work to train believers for the defense of the faith, and mobilize Christians for the neglected but essential task...
2017-06-1921 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 16 - Meet Emily Arndt, missionary to Uganda (Part 1)Emily Arndt  grew up in the message in Wisconsin but never heard the good news of Jesus Christ until she was 21 years of age.  Emily became a veterinary technician and is currently living and serving with the Christian Veterinary Mission in Kampala, Uganda, East Africa. She is Assistant Clinician Facilitator in the surgical department of Uganda’s only veterinary college. She works under a missionary veterinarian from the UK and also assists the Africa Center for Apologetics Research, who work to train believers for the defense of the faith, and mobilize Christians for the neglected but essential task...
2017-06-1214 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 15 - The 1963 Arizona Cloud with Pastor Jeff Jenkins (Part 3)Jeff Jenkins, pastor of Believers Christian Fellowship (BCF) in Lima, Ohio for almost 35 years, discusses the 1963 Arizona Cloud with host, Rod Bergen in part 3 of  their interview. Some of the questions they discuss include: Have those the criticize our cloud research actually looked at it? What does numerology have to do the cloud?  Is numerology rooted in paganism? Did the cloud move towards Sunset Mountain? Were some of William Branham’s visions fabricated? What is Jesus Christ doing in the world today? The Parable of the Prodigal Son – Are message believers akin to the elder brother? “It’s not...
2017-06-0531 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 14 - The 1963 Arizona Cloud with Pastor Jeff Jenkins (Part 2)Jeff Jenkins, pastor of Believers Christian Fellowship (BCF) in Lima, Ohio for almost 35 years, discusses the 1963 Arizona Cloud with host, Rod Bergen. Some of the questions which they discuss include: The Cause of the Cloud – Was it the aftermath of a constellation of angels visiting the earth or was there a natural explanation? What are noctilucent clouds? – Why did no one see the cloud until sunset? Only believe? – Does Bible tell us to simply have blind faith? Articles referred to on the podcast (click on the links): Video – What caused the Cloud? The Cause of the Clo...
2017-05-2927 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 13 - The 1963 Arizona Cloud with Pastor Jeff Jenkins (Part 1)Jeff Jenkins, pastor of Believers Christian Fellowship (BCF) in Lima, Ohio for almost 35 years, discusses the 1963 Arizona Cloud with host, Rod Bergen. Some of the questions which they discuss include: The Prophecy of the Cloud – Did William Branham prophesy the cloud in advance of it appearing? The Timing of the Cloud – Why did the cloud appear 8 days before William Branham went hunting? The Location of the Cloud – Why did the cloud show up 200 miles away from where William Branham was hunting? Gene Norman’s testimony of the cloud – What did William Branham;s friend, Gene Norman...
2017-05-2128 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 12 - An interview with Careyann Muller (part 2)In this episode, Careyann continues to discuss some of the strange things she experienced in the Returned Ministry sub-cult within the message, along with the following: The strange circumstances that began her journey out of the message; Her experience with finding searchingforvindication.com’s timeline; The implications of Deut 18:20-22 Her research into whether the message was true; The reaction of her husband; Whether she really did believe the message while she was in it; The location of William Branham’s picture with the pillar of fire; Why do people stay in the message; and What it means to b...
2017-05-1528 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 11 - An interview with Careyann M.Careyann M. was raised in the message and has seen more than her share of the bizarre things that the message has to offer.  In this episode, Careyann discusses her time in the message and some of the strange things she experienced.  To be fair, not all people in the message experience the things that Careyann did but the strange sub-cults are definitely there to be found. Some of the issues she discusses include: The failure of message ministers to stand against abortion; Growing up as a girl in the message; The treatment of women in the...
2017-05-0853 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 10 - An interview with James Rozak (Part 3) Join Rod and Bryan in part 3 of their interview with James Rozak, the author of the Morning Mercy website. James Rozak was the Associate Pastor of Edmonton Word Assembly for 10 years, serving alongside Eugene Braun. James believed and preached the message as best he knew. But in February of 2013, the unthinkable happened and James made a decision with his wife to leave the message of William Branham. In this last part of the interview, James discusses: How MorningMercy.com started and how it got its name. Fear and phobia in the mess...
2017-05-0139 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 9 - An interview with James Rozak (Part 2) Rod and Bryan continue their discussion with James Rozak, the author of the Morning Mercy  website, in part 2 of their interview James Rozak was the Associate Pastor of Edmonton Word Assembly for 10 years, serving alongside Eugene Braun. James believed and preached the message as best he knew. But in February of 2013, the unthinkable happened and James made a decision with his wife to leave the message of William Branham.  Issues discussed on this podcast include: Concerns with the emphasis by ministers on William Branham, rather than Jesus Christ; Reaction of other ministers to James’...
2017-04-2423 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 8 - An interview with James Rozak, the author of Morning Mercy Join Rod and Bryan as they interview James Rozak, the author of the Morning Mercy  website. James Rozak was the Associate Pastor of Edmonton Word Assembly for 10 years, serving alongside Eugene Braun. James believed and preached the message as best he knew. But in February of 2013, the unthinkable happened and James made a decision with his wife to leave the message of William Branham. James was someone that loved the message, and lived it with a passion. He and his wife did not leave because they didn’t want to ‘live the life’. I...
2017-04-1726 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 7 - An interview with the authors of Searching For Vindication (Part 2)Join Rod and Bryan as they interview Joe and Anna Barone, the authors of the Searching For Vindication website. In this the second part of the interview, Joe and Anna Barone discuss: Overcoming the rejection and fear of the criticism of the research they undertook The reasons for their initial anonymity and their eventually making their authorship public The reasons behind their leaving the message: Hope Branham’s obituary The Pentecostal Tabernacle (later renamed as the Branham Tabernacle Hope’s nurse Doctrinal issues Other outcomes of their research Six Second Smith The 1937 Flood and the pulpit at Br...
2017-04-1031 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 6 - An interview with the authors of Searching For Vindication (Part 1)Join Rod and Bryan as they interview Joe and Anna Barone, the authors of the Searching For Vindication website. In Part 1 of this 2 part interview, Joe and Anna Barone discuss: Their reaction to: the article that BelieveTheSign published on the municipal bridge vision. Voice of God’s  2012 “Catch The Vision” publication relating to the lack of reliable historical evidence. Their desire to prove that the conclusions of BelieveTheSign were wrong. Their motivation for publishing the Searching For Vindication website The reliability of historical archives relating to the Jeffersonville area The depth of research behind the Searching For Vin...
2017-04-0330 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 5 - An Interview with Pastor Jeff Jenkins (part 2)Jeff Jenkins was the pastor of Believers Christian Fellowship (BCF) in Lima, Ohio for almost 34 years.  Pastor Jeff was a committed and fervent follower of William Branham but left the message and his church several years ago.  This is part 2 of Rod Bergen’s interview with Pastor Jeff as they discuss how he came to his monumental decision to leave the message and the church he had pastored for almost three and a half decades, as well as his current thoughts on William Branham and the message. Music – I Have Decided to Follow Jesus by Bill & Gloria Gaither...
2017-03-2727 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 4 - An interview with Pastor Jeff Jenkins (part 1)Jeff Jenkins was the pastor of Believers Christian Fellowship (BCF) in Lima, Ohio for almost 34 years.  Pastor Jeff was a committed and fervent follower of William Branham but left the message and his church several years ago.  Rod Bergen interviews Pastor Jeff to discuss his background and how he came to his monumental decision to leave the message and the church he had pastored for almost three and a half decades. Music – For the Sake of the Call  by Avalon, from their album – Another Time, Another Place: Timeless Christian Classics  – available on iTunes  
2017-03-2025 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 3 - Getting to know your hosts (part 3)Rod Bergen interviews co-host Bryan Lynch about his background, how he came into the message and what led him to leave the message after spending almost 20 years following William Branham. Music – Off The Shelf by The Brothers Bright from A Song Treasury (2012) – View More by This Artist
2017-03-1328 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 2 – Getting to know your hosts (Part 2)This is the second part of a 3 part series focused on introducing the co-hosts of the Off The Shelf podcast.  In this episode, Bryan Lynch interviews Rod Bergen about how he came into the message; what led him to leave the message after spending almost 40 years following William Branham; and his current perspective on the message and those still following the message. Music – Off The Shelf by The Brothers Bright from A Song Treasury (2012) – View More by This Artist
2017-03-0618 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 2 - Getting to know your hosts (Part 2)This is the second part of a 3 part series focused on introducing the co-hosts of the Off The Shelf podcast.  In this episode, Bryan Lynch interviews Rod Bergen about how he came into the message; what led him to leave the message after spending almost 40 years following William Branham; and his current perspective on the message and those still following the message. Music – Off The Shelf by The Brothers Bright from A Song Treasury (2012) – View More by This Artist
2017-03-0618 minOff The Shelf
Off The ShelfEpisode 1 - Getting to know your hosts (Part 1)The first three episodes of the Off The Shelf podcast will be focused on introducing co-hosts Rod Bergen and Bryan Lynch.  Hosts Bryan Lynch and Rod Bergen talk about: Why are we doing a podcast? Where did the name “Off The Shelf” come from? Then, Bryan interviews Rod about how he came into the message and what led him to leave Cloverdale Bibleway and the message after spending almost 40 years following William Branham.  Rod talks about the relationship of faith and doubt, the municipal bridge vision, conversations Rod had with Pearry Green and George Smith, Deuteronomy 18:20-22, fear in...
2017-02-2728 minBanal Politikk
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2016-05-1100 minMiami Underground Movement - M.U.M.
Miami Underground Movement - M.U.M.M.U.M & 1605 Sessions Presents "Miami Sessions with Umek" Live @ Carl Cox at Space,Ibiza "-M.U.M Episode 99Rod B. & Alvaro Garfunk bring you the Miami Underground MovementDJ UMEKUroš Umek is internationally acclaimed music producer from Slovenia, seducing the masses with his own music blend for more than a decade. Always on the look for new sounds and determined to challenge every existing cliché in music industry, he managed to define his own vision of vanguard techno. Sure, this would not happen without the support of his loyal peers who've joined him on the production platforms such as Recycled Loops, Consumer Recreation and Astrodisco, with which they defined "Slovenian te...
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