Understanding the Times
Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle
A compelling look at current events, Bible Prophecy and apologetics with interviews of well-known authors and prominent leaders from around the world.
Most Recent Episodes
Rapture Fervor: Why Are We Still Here?
Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle first talk to Pastor Barry Stagner. We are in the “times of the signs” prior to the Tribulation. How should followers of Jesus deal with Rapture fervor, Rapture disappointment, and Rapture fatigue? Much of this is spurred on by false date-setting?
October 3, 2025 ListenBlame the Jews!
Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle talk to Trevor Rubenstein and Pastor Aaron Braaten on the intensifying worldwide hatred of the Jews. Jesus is coming back to a Jewish nation, capital, and people! As a result, they are global targets today, as in the 1930s. They also consider the decline of Dispensationalism—the one truth-telling theology that helps us understand God’s plan for the last days! Hear the confusion of Covenant Theology and more in revealing clips. The extended version begins at 28:07.
September 26, 2025 ListenWhen Lawlessness Rules—the World is On Edge
Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle talk to Jan Markell for the hour. Political assassinations, lawlessness, and darkness seem to pervade everything. Are we in the very last of the last days? This leads to efforts to set dates for the rapture including the upcoming Feast of Trumpets. What about the mischief of the forthcoming U.N. meetings? Add to the chaos the killing of Charlie Kirk. What is the Christian to make of such instability?
September 19, 2025 ListenWhen Voices Are Gunned Down: Charlie Kirk, Technocracy Rising, Israel Condemned
A.I., the technocrats, and technocracy: Are we seeing the development of the Beast System of Revelation 13? Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle open with Patrick Wood analyzing these issues. In the extended version, Jan Markell joins David Tal and Josh to talk about the Kirk assassination and the Israeli strike on Qatar. How should the believer respond? Extended version begins at 32:21.
September 12, 2025 ListenA Glimpse of Things to Come
Should followers of Jesus read or study the book of Revelation? Is it all symbolic, or will it all come to pass in the future? Pastor Josh talks with Pastor Gary Hamrick of Cornerstone Chapel, Leesburg, Virginia. Pastor Gary has just written an insightful new book, Standing on the Edge of Eternity: The End Times According to Revelation. Find it in our online store. In the extended version at 27:58, Pastor Josh and Pastor Gary discuss how believers should be the best citizens in the countries where they live.
September 5, 2025 ListenTruth Dies by Wrong Interpretation
Is the Earth flat? Did America make it to the moon? Is there a global Cabal? Conspiracy theories are everywhere. Plus, why are evangelicals invested in theology but not eschatology? And why should we study Bible prophecy? Pastor Josh and Ken talk with Lee Brainard about many important issues including apologetics.
August 29, 2025 ListenEchoes of Peace, Whispers of War
Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle welcome Pete Garcia. The world is crying out for peace and safety. Will it happen, or is more conflict coming? Pastor Josh and Ken talk with Pete Garcia, a combat veteran and aviator. What is next on God’s timeline of Biblical Eschatology? What’s behind the accusations that Trump is the Antichrist and why is this not possible?
August 22, 2025 ListenFingerprints of Diabolical Deception
We are seeing a staggering rise in antisemitism worldwide, and Zionism is often misunderstood. Is this deception or a new level of understanding? Pastor Josh and Ken talk to Brett Meador, Pastor at Athey Creek Church, Portland, Oregon. What does the Bible teach? And why is it so important to have a consistent and literal hermeneutic at a time when deception and delusion cause such confusion?
August 15, 2025 ListenThe Hidden Hands Behind the Lies
Are there global players behind the scenes pulling the strings? This week, Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle have a conversation with Catherine Austin Fitts. Immunity to the law, and exemption from taxes, suggest there are two groups of people. Satan’s deceptive scheme is in progress.
August 8, 2025 ListenAvoid Falling into Traps
Have you fallen into the traps of New Thought or Progressive Christianity? This week, Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle have a conversation with Melissa Dougherty. She fell into the trap of the New Thought Movement. Now she is combating New Age, New Thought, and Progressive Christianity.
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