Explore every episode of the podcast Two Journeys

The Holy Spirit empowers Christians to change the world through healthy local churches that are marked by ten key elements of kingdom life.

The post The Spirit’s Power Through a Healthy Church (Acts Sermon 9) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Babylon faces divine judgment and is swiftly destroyed due to immorality and persecution of the faithful, causing lament among its supporters while saints rejoice.

The post Revelation Episode 24: Babylon Has Fallen appeared first on Two Journeys.

Peter boldly proclaims that salvation is found only through Christ before the people of Israel and courageously declares that obedience to God takes precedence over any human authority.

The post Salvation is Found in No One Else (Acts Sermon 8) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Revelation 17 conveys a repeated biblical lesson: love for the world equates to enmity with God. The prophecies in the chapter warn of worldly power enticing people away from Him.

The post Revelation Episode 23: The Great Harlot and the Beast appeared first on Two Journeys.

The healing of a beggar in Acts 3 serves as a reminder that true blessing comes from recognizing our spiritual poverty and dependence on God’s grace.

The post A Physical Beggar Healed, Spiritual Beggars Summoned (Acts Sermon 7) appeared first on Two Journeys.

The passage emphasizes that true believers resist sin, strive for holiness, and grow in Christliness while recognizing the clear distinction between good and evil.

The post Class in 1 John: Genuine Christians Will Be at War with Sin appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul urges the believers to seek unity whenever possible, grow to maturity spiritually, and to love each other always. He warns them to avoid causing others to stumble.

The post Class in Romans: Maintaining Unity in the Midst of Diversity appeared first on Two Journeys.

These are the final expressions of God’s wrath in human history, paving the way for the final judgment and the New Heavens and the New Earth.

The post Revelation Episode 22: The Seven Last Plagues appeared first on Two Journeys.

God has ordained the gospel to be spread primarily through healthy churches. They are marked by love for Jesus Christ, his word, the gospel, each other, and the lost.

The post A Timeless Display of a Healthy Church (Acts Sermon 6) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Jesus is the perfect man who set the standard for men to seek Christlike masculinity through humility, strength, and faithful service.

The post Class Jesus and Masculinity: Jesus the Perfect Paradigm of a Man appeared first on Two Journeys.

This chapter stands over every generation, over every tribe and language and people and nation of sinners calling them to fear God and flee to Christ while there's time.

The post Revelation Episode 21: God Prepares the Final Judgments for Earth appeared first on Two Journeys.

These verses depict the dual harvests of human souls: the righteous to eternal life and the wicked to eternal destruction. All judgment is handed to the glorified Christ.

The post Revelation Episode 20: Two Visions of Divine Judgment: Harvest and Winepress appeared first on Two Journeys.

Peter preaches essential truths about Jesus' resurrection, proving Christ's deity and our forgiveness. He also models a holy yearning for the salvation of others.

The post Peter’s Pentecost Sermon, Part 2 (Acts Sermon 5) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Seeing Jesus coming in the clouds with power and blinding glory will utterly transform us. From that moment on, none of the redeemed of Christ will ever sin again.

The post Class in 1 John: The Beatific Vision – Seeing Jesus as He Really is appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul discusses gospel principles of unity to help believers love one another in Christ. He urges each to act from faith with thanksgiving as unto the Lord Jesus Christ.

The post Class in Romans: Church Unity Despite Disputable Matters – Part 2 appeared first on Two Journeys.

God's three angels give final inducements to salvation: the eternal gospel, a prediction of Babylon's fall, and the warning about eternal conscious torment in hell.

The post Revelation Episode 19 – The Proclamations of the Three Angels appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul urges the Roman Christians to strive for "conspicuous unity" patterned on the Trinity by growing in love and spiritual maturity around truths revealed in scripture.

The post Class in Romans: Church Unity Despite Disputable Matters – Part 1 appeared first on Two Journeys.

Discover who are the 144,000 standing with Jesus the Lamb of God on Mount Zion at the end of the world.

The post Revelation Episode 18 – The Lamb and His 144,000 appeared first on Two Journeys.

Empowered by the Holy Spirit, Peter preaches convincingly about the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

The post Peter’s Pentecost Sermon, Part 1 (Acts Sermon 4) appeared first on Two Journeys.

John instructs the believers to behold Christ and be ever more transformed into his likeness. He says you will be recognized by the fruit of your life, for good or ill.

The post Class in 1 John: True Children of God Purify Themselves from All Sin appeared first on Two Journeys.

Andy examines the debt of love all Christians owe to God and neighbor. This love is expressed in delighting to do good to others and walking in holiness by the Spirit.

The post Class in Romans: Love Fulfills God’s Law appeared first on Two Journeys.

This episode reveals the deceptive, idolatrous reign of the antichrist and the beast. The mark of the beast is required for all buying and selling, but Christians resist.

The post Revelation Episode 17 – The Beast from the Earth appeared first on Two Journeys.

Behold the miracle of Pentecost when God sent the Holy Spirit down on the early church. The Spirit empowers their bold witness to others of salvation in Jesus Christ.

The post Pentecost: Sound, Fire, Tongues, Proclamation (Acts Sermon 3) appeared first on Two Journeys.

False prophets under Satan's evil sway deny the incarnation of the Christ. The Holy Spirit protects Christians by testifying Jesus is the Son of God in the flesh.

The post Class in 1 John: The Dividing Line of the Incarnation appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul commands the submission by Christians to God-ordained authorities.

The post Class in Romans: Submission to God-Ordained Authority, Part 2 appeared first on Two Journeys.

From this chapter arises the terrifying beast from the sea. Satan sets him on a throne to rule the surviving earthly population and blaspheme against Almighty God.

The post Revelation Episode 16 – The Beast from the Sea appeared first on Two Journeys.

Andy teaches how the Holy Spirit works together with the Bride of Christ (the church!) to call lost people to salvation in Christ through evangelism

The post The Spirit and the Bride Say, “Come!” appeared first on Two Journeys.

This Bible study unpacks the anointing of the Holy Spirit. At salvation the Spirit indwells believers, teaching them the deity and truthfulness of Jesus Christ.

The post Class in 1 John: The Anointing of the Holy Spirit appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul commands the submission by Christians to God-ordained authorities.

The post Class in Romans: Submission to God-Ordained Authority, Part 1 appeared first on Two Journeys.

Almighty God protects his people and accomplishes his divine purposes even under the relentless and brutal onslaught of Satan's attacks.

The post Revelation Episode 15 – The Woman, the Dragon, and the Child – Part 2 appeared first on Two Journeys.

Andy teaches timeless principles of church planting for the glory of God. Each local body sacrificially loves, serves, and sends members out to spread the gospel.

The post Parkside Baptist Church Commissioning Service appeared first on Two Journeys.

It’s vital for Christians to gain a proper, biblical understanding of government. Join Andy as he explores government's fascinating origins in the Noahic Covenant.

The post Politics and Faith: The Covenant with Noah and Its Importance for Government appeared first on Two Journeys.

John warns of antichrists coming in the "last hour" who will deny Jesus is God's Son. The Holy Spirit anoints believers so they can recognize the true gospel.

The post Class in 1 John: True Christians Persevere in the Gospel appeared first on Two Journeys.

Revelation 12 describes how God protects the infant Jesus and a mysterious woman from Satan's murderous attacks, foreshadowing the devil's ultimate demise.

The post Revelation Episode 15 – The Woman, the Dragon, and the Child – Part 1 appeared first on Two Journeys.

Jesus continues his life-saving rescue of the world through his fledgling church. The apostles obey his instructions while waiting for the Holy Spirit.

The post The Church Prepares to Change the World (Acts Sermon 2) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Andy and the men in discuss John's warnings about false teachers and the final Antichrist. They also examine God's view of time and how true Christians endure until the end.

The post Class in 1 John: Antichrists and the Antichrist appeared first on Two Journeys.

At the blast of the seventh trumpet God victoriously unveils his eternal kingdom, rewards his children, judges unrepentant sinners, and reveals the ark of the covenant.

The post Revelation Episode 14: The Seventh Trumpet  appeared first on Two Journeys.

Finally, God moves Naomi from famine to feasting as the birth of Obed leads to the coming King of kings, Jesus Christ, God's ultimate fulfillment of all his promises.

The post Boaz Marries Ruth… and Christ Comes as a Result appeared first on Two Journeys.

Begin a thrilling journey through Acts to see Jesus spread his kingdom by the Holy Spirit through frail, fearful followers. Now, we are the witnesses.

The post Christ Commissions His Church (Acts Sermon 1) appeared first on Two Journeys.

John encourages Christians to resist the sin of pride by living for eternity, not this temporary earth. He begins describing the end of the world.

The post Class in 1 John: Who Will Abide Forever? appeared first on Two Journeys.

God reveals his design for mature masculinity as godly Boaz redeems, loves, and marries Ruth for her flourishing, safety, and joy.

The post Ruth Seeks Boaz’s Protection as Kinsman-Redeemer appeared first on Two Journeys.

The bold gospel witness of God's two prophets incites seething rage and hostility. After seeing them killed, resurrected, and taken up, some people repent and believe.

The post Revelation Episode 13: The Two Witnesses appeared first on Two Journeys.

In the unfolding of this marvelous story, God blesses Ruth and Boaz, who model godly gender-based roles.

The post Ruth Meets Boaz: Two Godly People Find Each Other appeared first on Two Journeys.

John teaches Christians to defeat the deadly allure of materialism by being rich towards God and making sure he is your first love.

The post Class in 1 John: Living for God in an Evil Age appeared first on Two Journeys.

God sends an angelic warrior with a message to John and commissions him to proclaim it to the whole world. The open scroll represents God's authoritative word.

The post Revelation Episode 12: The Angel and the Little Scroll appeared first on Two Journeys.

See God's sovereign plan unfold as tragedy and loss pave the way for a life-changing crossroads where Ruth decides to follow Naomi and her God out of Moab to Bethlehem.

The post A Glimmer of Light in a Dark Time  appeared first on Two Journeys.

The battle joined in Eden rages on as deceitful worldliness still allures people with lust and the pride of life. Learn how Christians resist by loving God instead.

The post Class in 1 John: Do Not Love the World appeared first on Two Journeys.

The wrath of God is carefully measured out as demons are given power to torment but not kill unbelievers, giving them time to repent while Christ shields believers.

The post Revelation Episode 11: The Fifth and Sixth Trumpets: Satan and His Demons Devastate the Earth appeared first on Two Journeys.

A healthy church is intentionally multigenerational, recognizing the promise of children, the strength and courage of youth, and the wisdom of fathers.

The post Class in 1 John:  John Writes to Children, Young Men and Fathers appeared first on Two Journeys.

Obedience to God does not lead to justification, but obedience as a pattern of life provides evidence of being born again and knowing the Lord.

The post Class in 1 John: Every Moment Should Be a Matter of Obedience appeared first on Two Journeys.