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Blood & Oil PodcastFollowing the Drift | Inside Progressive ChristianitySomething strange is happening in public life: people are still fine with “Christianity” as long as it stays flexible, therapeutic, and non-confrontational. The moment Scripture becomes the authority again, the label suddenly turns into a problem. We dig into why that shift matters, how progressive Christianity reframes truth, and what gets lost when faith becomes “your truth” instead of God’s truth.We also wrestle with the real-world fallout of moral relativism and postmodern thinking. When feelings replace an objective standard, everything becomes negotiable: justice, sexuality, marriage, even violence justified with religious language. We connect the dots to New Age...
2026-05-011h 28
Blood & Oil PodcastDemystifying Tongues | What Does the Bible Say?A New Age “light worker” starts speaking “light language,” and it sounds uncomfortably familiar. If you’ve ever heard modern tongues and wondered, Is that the Holy Spirit, human emotion, or something darker, we go straight to the Bible and refuse to dodge the hard parts.We unpack speaking in tongues through 1 Corinthians 12–14 and Acts 2, including why Paul’s first test for spiritual manifestations is content about Jesus, not external behavior. Terrence brings a careful, historically cessationist frame, and we pressure test it against the text: Are tongues always known human languages, or is Paul describing ecstatic speech that re...
2026-04-111h 14
Blood & Oil PodcastThe Great Deception | Non‑Human Intelligence & End‑Times ProphecyA president poised to “say everything,” a former president hinting that aliens are real, millions of files disappearing, and church leaders quietly told to prepare. The headlines sound cinematic, but the stakes are pastoral: if public disclosure of “non‑human intelligence” arrives, how do we keep our hearts steady and our loves rightly ordered?We walk through the breadcrumb trail—from Oval Office rumors to DNI prep—and ask a sharper question: are these entities extraterrestrial or interdimensional? That pivot changes everything. Extraterrestrial claims collide with physics and create thorny theological problems about sin, entropy, and salvation. Interdimension...
2026-03-061h 22
Blood & Oil PodcastFrom Counterculture To Calling | Cultivating Supernatural Faith with Bob MadduxA candid, high-voltage conversation with pastor and author Bob Maddux that starts in the communes of Haight-Ashbury and lands in the urgent now: how do we carry genuine spiritual power without mixture, hype, or cover-up? Bob recounts his deliverance from the occult and the early days of the Jesus movement, then gets practical about the costs of character—real restoration, public repentance when sin is public, and the kind of accountability that can actually save a life and a church.We pull on a provocative thread: why our culture is primed to worship “forces,” UAPs, and transdimensional beings...
2026-02-161h 26
Spies, Lies and Private EyesFormer US congressman Steve Israel on his new thriller THE EINSTEIN CONSPIRACYSteve Israel is the only U.S. Congressman who ever retired from the House to open an independent bookstore, Theodore's Books, located in Oyster Bay, NY. President Clinton once called him "one of the most thoughtful Members of Congress", which, Israel noted, isn't saying all that much. He's written three widely praised novels - most recently THE EINSTEIN CONSPIRACY, an historic thriller. Visit his website at repsteveisrael.com/einstein-conspiracy/Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network#authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair#suspensebooks#authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip#writers#writersinspiration #books#bo...
2026-02-1622 min
Blood & Oil PodcastProphecy, Character, and Church DiscernmentWhen spiritual hype meets public scandal, many of us feel torn between shutting it all down and chasing the next big word. We take the harder, better road: keep the gifts, raise the guardrails, and let Scripture set the terms. Starting with a recent prophetic exposé, we unpack what the Bible actually says about prophecy, discernment, and the difference between power and holiness.We begin by reaffirming the supremacy of Scripture—unique in being inspired, inerrant, and infallible—while acknowledging that prophetic impressions can be genuinely inspired and still partial. Acts 21 becomes our model case: believers received true...
2026-02-041h 28
Blood & Oil PodcastDismantling Idolatry | Whom Do You Serve?What if the most dangerous idols are the ones no one can see? We dive straight into the heart, where good things—family, comfort, work, even ministry—can quietly take the place of God. Drawing on Ezekiel 14, Colossians 3, and Romans 1, we unpack how idolatry moves from altars of stone to patterns of desire, where love gets misdirected and lies keep us bound. The hard truth lands: many of us confess a good and sovereign God while living like our functional god is self-sufficiency, approval, or ease.We share simple but piercing diagnostics—what do you crave, fear, protec...
2026-01-161h 29
Blood & Oil PodcastAnnihilationism, Hell, & the Weight of God’s HolinessWhat if shrinking God’s wrath also shrinks His love? In response to recent comments from Kirk Cameron, we step straight into the debate around annihilationism—whether the wicked simply cease to exist—and test it against Scripture, God’s holiness, and the staggering worth of Christ’s sacrifice. With clear definitions and an open-handed tone, we unpack why Jesus spoke so often and so specifically about hell, how Matthew 25 ties “eternal life” and “eternal punishment” together, and why the smoke of torment rising “forever and ever” in Revelation poses a serious challenge to temporary judgment.From Eden to the cross, we...
2026-01-021h 38
Blood & Oil PodcastThe Christmas Controversy | Kingdom or Commercial?The holiday arguments are loud, but the center is quiet and clear: the kingdom of God is not about eating, drinking, or a date on the calendar. We wade into the Christmas debates with receipts, Scripture, and pastoral wisdom, showing how to keep your conscience clean and your love strong without slipping into legalism or compromise.We start by dismantling the common claims about December 25. Drawing from early church voices like Hippolytus, Tertullian, and Julius Africanus, we show how Christians honored the Incarnation long before Nicaea and long before Sol Invictus was linked to that day. From...
2025-12-171h 31
Blood & Oil PodcastPolitical Islam | Discerning Sharia's Trend in the WestWhat if the global order that kept the seas open and the dollar strong is the same order that must weaken for prophecy to unfold? We dig into the petrodollar’s origins, why America’s role as world policeman must eventually fade, and how this correlates to an Islamic invasion built around Sharia—more than a religion, a system. From “house of war” vs “house of peace” to the logic of taqiyya and the many faces of jihad, we connect headlines to history without losing sight of people Jesus loves.We field hard questions on Sunni and Shia, the auth...
2025-11-261h 36
Blood & Oil PodcastShow Me Your Glory | When Suffering Clashes with the Spirit with Eric SwithinWatch on YouTubeWhat if the most beautiful worship you’ll ever offer comes from the bottom—when all you have left is trust? Director and combat veteran Eric Swithin sits down with us to unpack Show Me Your Glory, a film forged in prayer that gathers verified testimonies from around the world and refuses to skip the chapters on suffering. We talk through why Scripture pairs miracles with waiting and weakness, how God “recycles” pain into ministry, and what real fruit looks like beyond hype: people saved, faith strengthened, and Jesus at the center.Eric sha...
2025-11-041h 30
Blood & Oil PodcastThe Disclosure Deception | Choose Your KingdomWatch on YouTubeHeadlines are calling it “non-human intelligence,” but the deeper question is allegiance: which kingdom are we dealing with, and how do we respond without fear or naivety? We take you from congressional hearings and military UAP videos to the places most shows won’t go—historical occult roots, theological implications of “life out there,” and what it means when abduction accounts end the moment someone invokes the name of Jesus.We unpack how Genesis, Romans 8, and the incarnation define the limits of “ET salvation,” why today’s interdimensional language actually fits the biblical category...
2025-10-171h 35
Blood & Oil PodcastAftershock and Awakening | Kingdom Perspective on Current EventsWatch on YouTubeA single feed can shake a world—and also wake it up. When a public murder ricocheted across the internet, the outrage machine roared, but something else broke through the noise: a surge of raw hunger for God. We trace the shock, the manipulation, and the unexpected fruit, and we talk plainly about what it means to fight spiritual battles with spiritual weapons—prayer, intercession, truth, and a church family that refuses to fracture.We dig into how shared trauma forges a global zeitgeist, why media can govern emotions like sorcery, and how...
2025-09-301h 28
Blood & Oil PodcastPrayer & Miracles from the Front Lines with Ryan SkoogWatch on YouTubeWhat if the most powerful catalysts for spiritual revival aren't sophisticated strategies or cutting-edge methodologies, but something far more fundamental—prayer rooted in friendship with Jesus?Ryan Skoog, founder of Venture.org and author of "Lead with Prayer," takes us on a riveting journey into what he calls the "three uns"—unsafe, unreached, and unresourced areas of the world. Having witnessed unprecedented church growth in the most challenging environments imaginable, Ryan reveals the surprising truth behind the global revival that missiologists call the largest numerical expansion of Christianity in history.Thro...
2025-09-181h 23
Blood & Oil PodcastWon by Love | From Satanism to Salvation with Riaan & AdeleWatch on YouTubeWhat happens when a former Satanist who orchestrated 8,000 witches to curse a woman ends up not only finding Christ but becoming her ministry partner? In this powerful episode of Blood and Oil, we witness one of the most extraordinary testimonies of God's redemptive work as Adele and Riaan share their journey from darkness to light.Adele Vrey, who spent decades in Satanism before encountering Christ during a failed kidnapping attempt of a pastor's son, wrote a book exposing occult practices in South Africa. Years later, Riaan Swiegelaar—then a spokesperson for the So...
2025-09-021h 42
Blood & Oil PodcastSpirit Empowered | The God Who Works Through His PeopleThe divine partnership between God and humanity stands as one of Christianity's most beautiful mysteries. Why would the Creator of everything choose to work through flawed, broken vessels to accomplish His purposes? In this profound conversation, we explore how God invites former enemies into kingdom collaboration.Using the powerful imagery of the refiner's fire from Malachi, we unpack how sanctification transforms believers into sacred vessels. Just as a silversmith watches carefully until he can see his reflection in the purified metal, God applies heat through life's trials to remove our impurities, always present in the process. The...
2025-08-261h 31
Blood & Oil PodcastThe Problem of Evil | Wrestling with TheodicyWhy would a loving God allow evil to exist? This question has troubled seekers and believers for centuries, yet remains uniquely challenging for Christianity compared to other faith traditions. In this thought-provoking episode, we explore theodicy—the problem of evil—from multiple angles that will challenge and deepen your understanding.The conversation begins by examining why this question specifically targets Christianity rather than other religions. Unlike Islam where Allah authors both good and evil, or dualistic religions with competing powers, Christianity claims a God who is simultaneously all-good, all-powerful, and sovereign—creating an apparent contradiction that demands resolu...
2025-08-121h 21
Blood & Oil PodcastChristus Victor | The Gospel and Spiritual WarfareWhat does it mean to live in spiritual victory? Christ won a decisive battle in His death and resurrection, yet many Christians still approach spiritual warfare as if they're fighting for victory rather than from victory.In this illuminating episode, we unpack the profound implications of Christ's triumph over the demonic realm. The cross wasn't just a historical event—it fundamentally altered the spiritual landscape by disarming the enemy and breaking Satan's legal claim over humanity. Through Christ's blood, believers have been transferred from the domain of darkness into God's kingdom, yet many continue living as though th...
2025-08-051h 37
Blood & Oil PodcastThe Power of Gathering | Safety in the Church at the End of the AgeWhat do persecuted Christians around the world crave most? Not just Bibles, but the ability to gather freely in worship. While Western believers debate whether church attendance really matters, underground believers risk their lives just to meet together. This spiritual disconnect reveals something profound about what's truly at stake.In this powerful episode, the hosts of Blood and Oil tackle the critical importance of church attendance in an age where individualism has infiltrated Christian thinking. Drawing from Scripture, church history, and contemporary accounts from the persecuted church, they build a compelling case for why gathering isn't optional...
2025-07-151h 39
Blood & Oil PodcastUnity in the Body | Healing Church DivisionsWhat happens when the people we're called to love become the hardest to get along with? In this raw, honest conversation about church conflict and unity, we unpack the messy reality of Christian community and offer gospel-centered wisdom for navigating the tensions.The discussion begins by examining a crucial distinction many believers miss: when is conflict driven by our flesh versus spiritual forces? As we explore this question, we discover that applying the gospel transforms how we respond to being wronged. "No matter what happens in this conflict," Pastor Jesse reflects, "I'm still doing better than I...
2025-07-011h 37
Blood & Oil PodcastCall Me By My Name | A Testimony of Finding the True JesusWhat happens when all your spiritual practices fail to protect your family from darkness? In this riveting testimony, Noel Wheeler takes us on her extraordinary journey from the depths of occult exploration to an undeniable encounter with Jesus Christ.From nightmares that started at age two to shamanic rituals by nine, Noel's early experiences with the supernatural realm set her on a path of spiritual seeking. Her story takes us through alcoholism, manipulation, and a suicide attempt on the Golden Gate Bridge that was dramatically interrupted by divine intervention. "God, I wish there was something worth living...
2025-06-191h 34
Blood & Oil PodcastCall Me By My Name | A Testimony of Finding the True JesusWhat happens when all your spiritual practices fail to protect your family from darkness? In this riveting testimony, Noel Wheeler takes us on her extraordinary journey from the depths of occult exploration to an undeniable encounter with Jesus Christ.From nightmares that started at age two to shamanic rituals by nine, Noel's early experiences with the supernatural realm set her on a path of spiritual seeking. Her story takes us through alcoholism, manipulation, and a suicide attempt on the Golden Gate Bridge that was dramatically interrupted by divine intervention. "God, I wish there was something worth living...
2025-06-181h 36
Blood & Oil PodcastCall Me By My Name | A Testimony of Finding the True JesusWhat happens when all your spiritual practices fail to protect your family from darkness? In this riveting testimony, Noel Wheeler takes us on her extraordinary journey from the depths of occult exploration to an undeniable encounter with Jesus Christ.From nightmares that started at age two to shamanic rituals by nine, Noel's early experiences with the supernatural realm set her on a path of spiritual seeking. Her story takes us through alcoholism, manipulation, and a suicide attempt on the Golden Gate Bridge that was dramatically interrupted by divine intervention. "God, I wish there was something worth living...
2025-06-181h 35
Blood & Oil PodcastLawlessness Abounds | Finding Faith Amidst the ChaosWhat happens when the world seems to be falling apart around us? In this deeply insightful episode of Blood and Oil, Pastor Jesse, Zane, and Terrence dive into the biblical perspective on our increasingly chaotic world. Drawing from Matthew 24 and other prophetic scriptures, they identify three critical signs of the end times that are manifesting before our eyes.The hosts explore how systemic conflict has infiltrated every level of society—from geopolitical tensions surrounding Russia and Ukraine to the cultural divisions tearing apart families over political differences. They reveal how the pandemic created an unprecedented "shared cultural tr...
2025-06-101h 26
Blood & Oil PodcastRise of the Supernatural | Conflict in the Age of EnchantmentThe supernatural is no longer fringe—it's becoming mainstream culture. As society transitions from postmodern relativism into what scholars call "the age of enchantment," we're witnessing an explosion of interest in magic, mysticism, aliens, and interdimensional beings. This profound shift isn't accidental—it appears deliberately orchestrated to prepare humanity for coming deceptions.From Marvel's multiverse narratives to UFO congressional hearings discussing "multidimensional beings," supernatural concepts are being normalized across entertainment and government. Meanwhile, Christian revival is simultaneously breaking out on college campuses nationwide. This collision of spiritual awakenings—both genuine and counterfeit—creates the perfect storm for confusio...
2025-06-031h 38
Blood & Oil PodcastChurch Hurt | The Raw Reality of Religious TraumaFor too many, the church has become a source of pain, not peace. In this episode, Pastor Jesse, Zane, and Terrence pull back the curtain on the painful realities of "church hurt" - the trauma that can come from misguided religious institutions and leaders. But they also provide a path forward, guiding you to rediscover Christ's conquering love and grace, free from the distortions of man. If you're ready to heal and reclaim your faith, this is a must-listen.Poet Janette...ikz spoken wordSend us Fan MailSupport the show...
2025-05-201h 29
Blood & Oil PodcastJamie Walden | Consider Your King: Cultivating Right RelationshipThe spiritual battle is intensifying—are you prepared? In this episode, Jamie Walden shares the keys to cultivating an unshakeable relationship with the Living God in these trying times.Learn the biblical disciplines that build spiritual strength and resilienceLearn what it takes to cultivate the ability to hear God's voiceBe inspired by Jamie's testimony of God's faithfulness in an impossible circumstanceThis episode is a must-listen for any Christian seeking to deepen their walk with God and stand strong in the face of spiritual warfare. Jamie's personal testimony of God's miraculous healing will stir your faith and re...
2025-05-131h 54
Blood & Oil PodcastSoul vs. Spirit | What is the Triune Man?Have you ever wondered about the intricate interplay between your body, soul, and spirit? In this captivating episode, Pastor Jesse, Zane, and Terrence delve into the profound biblical distinctions between these essential aspects of the human experience. Through insightful discussion, scriptural reference, and thought-provoking perspectives, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how sin can affect the soul and spirit, and the remarkable transformation that occurs when one is born again in Christ. Whether you're a seasoned believer or simply curious about the complexities of the human condition, this episode will provide you with the tools to navigate t...
2025-04-221h 32