CrossReferences

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 72 What is the difference in guilt and repentance? We’ll talk about that today as we continue our study in Ezekiel on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Stephen, the First Martyr 3:15 - v33-39, Under the Rod 8:30 - v40-44, The King Over the Mountain 14:35 - Things and Stuff 17:25 - Repentance 22:30 - Conviction 32:55 - True Conviction, True Repentance If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 71 Stephen is known as the first martyr in the book of Acts. He was going around Jerusalem proclaiming the Gospel. The Jewish Sanhedrin arrested him and put him on trial, asking why he felt compelled to preach Jesus. His response was a history lesson. Now, what’s that all about? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Stephen, the First Martyr 6:20 - Stephen on Trial 20:52 - Why Stephen Had to Die 23:30 - Recap and Closing Thoughts If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 70 What do most Christians get wrong when they pray? What can we learn from the Bible and history about the life cycle of a nation? And where is America on that cycle? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 5:45 - v18-26, Rebellion in the Wilderness, Again 25:30 - v27-32, Rebellion in the Promised Land 31:10 - Mailbag 38:50 - Closing Thoughts If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 69 Why do some people ignore the Old Testament- even pastors? What does history teach us about what God is going to do in the future? And does it make any sense for Chick-Fil-A to be closed on Sundays? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 6:10 - v1-4, Israel is Arraigned 9:15 - v5-9, Rebellion in Egypt 13:00 - v10-17, Rebellion in the Wilderness 26:00 - Mailbag & Closing Thoughts If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 68 There’s a lot of confusion over the rapture and the second coming- with many Christians believing they’re the same event, or not quite knowing how to differentiate in which is which. I’m bringing back my Bible teacher and friend, Chet Morton, to help us sort these things out on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 2:15 - Chet Morton Returns 12:00 - The Rapture & Second Coming 19:40 - The Set-Up of Things to Come If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 67 There’s a theory that’s been batted around that there are 7 raptures in the Bible. Is there any truth to this? I will chat about this with my friend and teacher, Chet Morton, on today’s episode of the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 9:15 - Various Theories 21:50 - Chet Morton’s Analysis If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 66 Our society has been collapsing for the past several years. Many of us have been praying for the country to turn around and be saved. But have we reached the point of no return? We’ll talk about that today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Intro 19:20 - v1-9, The Lion Kings 28:45 - v10-14, A Vine 36:30 - Mailbag 44:30 - Closing If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 65 Jesus left this earth 2,000 years ago. Why hasn’t He come back yet? Would you be surprised to learn that He actually told us why He hasn’t come back? I’ll let you in on that secret today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Intro 4:00 - v30-32, God’s Heart for the Lost 16:30 - Application & Close If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 64 A continuation of the lesson in the previous episode. So how DO you make two step pasta? And how does that relate to salvation? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Intro 2:50 - Two-Step Pasta 6:30 - Two-Step Apostasy 11:25 - In Their Own Words 16:30 - Three! 20:21 - American Apostasy 24:30 - Closing Thoughts The Tenets of So-Called “Progressive Christianity there are many paths to heaven (universalism) the Bible is not the inerrant Word of God - even if Jesus wasn’t God, He was still a good teacher - hell is not real - we need to “decolonize” our faith (saying Christianity is too “white”) - God doesn’t judge/have wrath - pro-abortion - gay-affirming churches - there are more than two genders (or that someone can change their gender) If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 63 What is the world going to be like right before the rapture? What is the Great Falling Away in II Thessalonians 2? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Intro 3:00 - What Needs to Happen Before the Rapture 19:55 - The Definition of Apostasy 30:15 - The Path to Apostasy 35:05 - The Timing of the Apostasy Come back next time for the conclusion of this study! If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 62 A longstanding debate in Christianity: Can salvation be lost? And if salvation CAN be lost- HOW can it be lost? We’ll try to answer those questions today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Intro 3:00 - My Journey on This Issue 17:00 - Ezekiel 18:21-29, Losing My Religion 29:00 - How to Lose Your Salvation 46:00 - Closing Thoughts (Hebrews 3) If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 61 How does making excuses just pour fuel on a fire? Why did God instruct the Israelites to kill every last Amalekite, even destroying their property? And is it ok to break the traffic laws to make it to church on time? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 60 Why did Harry Truman like to say “the buck stops here”? Does God hold a child responsible for the sins of his parents? Are some people more genetically predisposed to certain sins- and if so, does that get them off the hook for them? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Intro 2:30 - v1-4, Sour Grapes 15:55 - v5-18, Case Studies in Salvation 23:40 - v19-20, God’s Mouse Trap 29:10 - Closing Thoughts If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 59 Where does the word Christian come from? Why did Naomi try to change her name? Is there a difference in a soul and a spirit? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - I’m a VIP 12:25 - The Definition of a Saint 24:20 - Mailbag 31:00 - Naomi or Mara? If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

What is the riddle of the eagles in Ezekiel 17 all about? Are we bound to the promises we make to everyone- even people who seek our harm? Also, I have a few thoughts to share on the Asbury revival going on in Kentucky, including an eyewitness testimony. Make sure you stick around for that, and a lot more today, on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Elephants and Donkeys 3:00 - v1-10, The Riddle 11:20 - V11-21, The Point 30:55 - The Asbury Revival 48:20 - The #HeGetsUs Super Bowl Commercial 57:40 - v22-24, The Gospel If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

Why am I going to stop using the term “progressive christians”? And how many times does Andy Stanley need to put himself in the hot seat before we just stop listening to him? Also, might be a good time for a prophecy update, as things are happening and they seem to just keep happening. And after that, we’ll run through a few more mailbag questions; all of that today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Unhitch from Andy Stanley 14:40 - Where Christians Get Their Identity 26:35 - Progressive Christianity- does it exist? 40:10 - Prophecy Update- (Ukraine vs Russia) 51:30 - Mailbag If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

What was the sin of Sodom? It might seem obvious, but the answer to this question has become a controversial topic over the past few years. We’ll sort it all out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 5:00 - v44-52, The Family Tree 19:30 - v53-58, Apologize to Sodom 23:00 - v59-63, Remembering the Covenant 31:00 - Mailbag: Answering Your Questions 54:00 - The Sin of Sodom If you want to get in touch with us, send us an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

What is the connection between idolatry and adultery. Why is Ezekiel so explicit and crude at times? And what is the most logical response to getting saved? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 6:30 - v1-14, Israel’s Origins 17:50 - v15-22, The Honeymoon is Over 32:30 - v23-34, Scatology 101 40:40 - v35-42, Grace is Suspended 48:20 - Updates & Recap 54:00 - v43, Be Thankful If you want to get in touch with us, send us an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

Why did people have such a hard time recognizing Jesus after His resurrection? The answer to that question will make you love Jesus more than ever. And you’ll find out that answer today on the Cross References podcast. If you want to get in touch with us, send us an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

Earlier this year, I ended a nine-year run as a youth pastor. I would like to share my final message to the teens at that church on this episode of the Cross References podcast. If you want to get in touch with us, send us an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

What does God look like? Is this something you’ve ever asked yourself before? Does the Bible give any kind of answer? You might be surprised to find out that it gives several. And you’ll hear all about them today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 4:30 - Genesis 3 8:25 - Genesis 15 11:00 - Exodus 33 15:50 - Numbers 9 17:30 - I Kings 19 20:20 - Daniel 7 22:30 - Luke 2 24:40 - John 1 If you want to get in touch with us, send us an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

What does God think about Christians who don’t accomplish anything? What does the common Old Testament vine metaphor mean to us today? And what’s the most pointless thing Ezekiel could find to talk about? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 4:10 - Israel the Vine 11:05 - Cross References 17:30 - Jesus the True Vine If you want to get in touch with us, send us an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

If you’ve learned much about end-of-the-world Bible prophecy, you have probably heard about “the great tribulation”: a 7-year length of time that brings about cataclysmic and apocalyptic events on the earth. Revelation is the book of the Bible that tells us the most about what happens during this time. But did you know that Revelation never mentions a 7-year period? Of all the 7s you can find in that book, it never talks about 7 years. It talks about periods of 3-and-a-half years, but it never says anything about a 7-year period. So, where does that 7-year idea come from? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 3:30 - How Far We’ve Come (Daniel 9) 10:45 - Verse 24: The Who, When and What 20:00 - Verse 25: The Breakdown 27:40 - Verse 26: The Cutoff 39:20 - Verse 27: The Final Week 47:30 - Closing Thoughts If you want to get in touch with us, send us an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

Why does God send judgments in fours? How do we know that Daniel wrote Daniel? And why does God need to judge the entire planet in Revelation? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 7:50 - v12-14, Strike 1 13:30 - v15-16, Strike 2 17:35 - v17-18, Strike 3 20:05 - v19-20, Strike 4 31:20 - v21-23, Consolation Prize 34:15 - Coming Soon 39:45 - Recap & Application If you want to get in touch with us, send us an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor

Daniel Moore joins us once again this week to give us seven reasons we can trust that the rapture will take place before the tribulation. You don’t want to miss this one, and you don’t want to miss part one either. Make sure you listen to the previous episode first, and then join us as we continue right here on the Cross References Podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 4:40 - Recap 7:30 - Reason #7 11:45 - Reason #8 15:35 - Reason #9 17:30 - Reason #10 20:30 - Reason #11 23:05 - Reason #12 25:15 - Reason #13 30:00 - Conclusion If you want to get in touch with us, send us an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor