#184: Why Robbers Cave Is Special
Herbert W. Armstrong College just concluded its 14th Robbers Cave campout. Some historic events in God’s Church have occurred during this campout. On today’s show, Stephen Flurry shares his personal perspective as he recounts this history.
#183: Nations Teach History in Ways that Sculpt Their Peoples
The question “What happened?" is at the heart of the study of history. It should be an easy and straightforward one to answer. But people can’t seem to agree on it. Today’s episode explores the way national governments teach history to their peoples in ways that shape the populations. In some nations, history is taught in a manner that is designed to fill students with patriotism and nationalism. In others, it is taught in ways that make the students ashamed of their country. But perverting history—whether to make it brighter or darker—obscures its precious and vital truth. This episode offers listeners a free book that unlocks crucial truths about history that are unavailable anywhere else.
#182: The Battle Over the Bible’s Place in Archaeology
For 30 years there has a been a concerted effort to downgrade the Bible as a trusted historical source, especially in the least-expected place—Israel. In today’s program, recorded from Jerusalem, Israel, Brent Nagtegaal describes the specific battle over the historicity of King David and his son Solomon.
#181: America Is Falling Apart
There has never been a time of trouble like what America will experience just before the return of Jesus Christ. God Almighty will intervene in the affairs of men to cut short these days of trouble—but not until these days occur.
#180: An Angry America and a Divided Germany
Many Americans are angry about the course the United States is taking. And as the campaign season continues to heat up, there has been no dearth of politicians promising to restore America's greatness. The U.S. was the greatest superpower in history, and understandably people are upset as they begin to see that status fade. But there’s only one way to actually make America great again, and no politicians have come close to proposing this solution. On today’s program, Stephen Flurry looks back at what made America great in the first place.
Also on today’s show, the growing rift between Germany’s ruling coalition and what it means for the nation’s leadership.
#179: How Would Jesus Vote?
Can you imagine Jesus Christ coming into Galilee and campaigning for as much support as possible? Can you imagine Him going on and on about Himself and His accomplishments? Nowhere in the Bible can you find evidence to support those scenarios. Christ said He came to declare the Father! He didn’t involve Himself in the political affairs of the day. But He did bring a message about a new world government. To learn more on what the Bible says about man’s system of government, listen to today’s Trumpet Daily Radio Show.
#178: Super Lose-Day—Campaign Season Marked by Childish Insults and Breathtaking Arrogance
What does this election season say about America? Nominees have stooped to childish levels in their campaigns, bickering with opponents, and exchanging insults. Not only is this behavior embarrassing and revealing about the candidates themselves, but the fact that many Americans are in favor of it shows how low the country is descending. Bible prophecy has a lot to say about the qualities of America’s leaders today. To learn more about where it is leading the United States, listen to the Trumpet Daily Radio Show.
#177: Crisis at the Close and Guttenberg’s Return to Power
In Matthew 24, Jesus Christ was asked what events would signal the end of this present age of man. He answered by listing a number of worldwide problems that would intensify into the crisis at the close. Today we are experiencing the outer edges of the storm that will lead to the end of this age and the establishment of God’s Kingdom on Earth. On today’s program, Stephen Flurry highlights world events that are fulfilling those prophecies.
Also on today’s show, when Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg was pushed out of office in 2011, the Trumpet told followers to continue watching him. We wrote numerous articles predicting his eventual return to German politics. Now, in the midst of Germany’s numerous crises and as the post-Merkel era looms, many news outlets are writing about Guttenberg's inevitable return. How was the Trumpet so accurate with this predication? Find out on today’s program.
#176: President Obama Erases Yet Another Red Line
In December, President Barack Obama said he was open to visiting Cuba sometime before leaving office, but he first wanted to see more freedom for ordinary citizens. Without such progress, he said in an interview, he was unlikely to visit the Communist island nation. Then in January, the Castro regime arrested 1,474 dissidents—the second-highest number ever. Despite Cuba’s worsening human rights record, President Obama announced this week that he will soon pay a visit to Cuba, effectively erasing yet another red line. For more, listen to Stephen Flurry on today’s Trumpet Daily Radio Show.
#175: The Dark Side of Technology
Modern technology has allowed man to advance at rates never before seen in history. People can now share ideas and communicate from anywhere on Earth. Despite these great advances, problems in the world continue to escalate. But technology is not the problem—it’s the wrong use of technology. On today’s show, Stephen Flurry exposes the dark side of technological advancement and shows how technology can be used in a positive way.