The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 108 He’s the angel of light and the prince of darkness. And no, I’m not talking about Michael Jackson. I’m talking about the devil. A recent Barna research poll revealed that only 35% of Christians believe the devil is an actual spiritual being. That means at least 65% of Christians are deceived. Actually, most of these Christians aren’t even Christians, but that’s another story. Let’s just be clear on one thing today: the devil is real, and...
Jan 22, 2024•38 min•Ep. 108
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 107 In this episode, you’ll receive incontrovertible proof that Ezekiel 28 is a chapter about no mere human ruler but the devil himself. 0:00 - Introduction 2:45 - Ezekiel 28- Speak of the Devil 8:55 - Nachash- The Shining Serpent 15:55 - Great Balls of Fire 19:50 - Notes and Closing Thoughts Unveiling the Spiritual Realm in Ezekiel 28: Speak of the Devil 🎙️ Welcome to the Cross References Podcast! Join me, Luke Taylor, your guide through t...
Jan 15, 2024•29 min•Ep. 107
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 106 AND Weird Stuff in the Bible: Episode 10 The Bible is clear about the importance of seeking wisdom. But will growing in wisdom actually get you any closer to heaven? We’ll talk about that in this special crossover episode. Explore the mysterious prophecy in Ezekiel 28:1-10 that was given on January 8, 585 BC, and released on the exact 2,608th birthday of this prophecy in 2024 AD. Dive into Ezekiel 28, one of the most peculiar chapters in...
Jan 08, 2024•24 min•Ep. 106
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 105 Pastor Gary Culp of the Exceedingly Abundant Ministries podcast joins me for a reflection on what happened in Bible prophecy in 2023 and what might be on the horizon as we enter this new year. Thanks to everyone who listened to this podcast this year, it was a pleasure to have you join! 2024 will shake the world. Make sure you’re subscribed so that you can hear all the fascinating things I have planned to share with you in the new year! ...
Dec 18, 2023•22 min•Ep. 105
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 104 The Strategic Significance of the Middle East in History and Prophecy In this episode, we explore the historical and geographical significance of the Middle East through the lens of Ezekiel 27. Delving into the fallen city of Tyre and the bustling trade routes of ancient times, Taylor unravels the layers that make this region a crossroads of humanity. 0:00 - This Land is (Not) Your Land 3:55 - A Promised Land 6:30 - Why the Middle East i...
Dec 11, 2023•36 min•Ep. 104
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 103 Get into your Bible today in Ezekiel 26. A chapter you’ve probably never heard a sermon or Bible study on before. But you will today, and you might just learn something new. 0:00 - Lego Batman is Not Enough 4:55 - v1-6, The Judgement Against Tyre 9:20 - v7-11, The Siege Against the City 15:10 - v15-18, The Reaction to Tyre’s Fall 16:45 - v19-21, Tyre is Dragged Down to Hell 19:00 - Mailbag 20:35 - When it Comes to Prophecy, Don’t Assume ...
Dec 04, 2023•27 min•Ep. 103
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 102 I get it, life is hard right now. Prices are going up at the store, bills are going up, Disney+ is going up, we’re living paycheck to paycheck and by God’s grace, and it never feels like we have enough. But do we have enough? Let’s figure that out today with a story about King David from II Samuel 11-12. This story may be familiar to you, but I’m going to try to look at it from a different way. If you want to get in touch with me, send a...
Nov 27, 2023•30 min•Ep. 102
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 101 Talk about God’s timing. I started into my Ezekiel series two years ago. If I had started working on this lesson a month ago, I would have had a totally different take on it. But with everything going on in the Middle East lately, I see this chapter in a whole new light. So today, I’m going to start into Ezekiel 25, and these are his prophecies against the Gentile nations. Now this was written to the ancient versions of these nations, bu...
Nov 20, 2023•40 min•Ep. 101
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 100 AND Weird Stuff in the Bible: Episode 1 The Bible is weird right? Can’t we all agree that the Bible has got some strange things going on? Judging angels? Talking donkeys? Six-fingered Giants? Are you ever just reading along and then you come across something that seems totally out of left field? Something that challenges some of your beliefs about the supernatural realm? Have you ever wanted to stop and drill down on what they meant? If ...
Oct 30, 2023•20 min•Ep. 100
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 99 There’s something that the Bible and the average Jew-hater can agree upon: there is something different about Israel. there’s lots of racism going on in the world today, but there’s something different about anti-semitism. There is a racial hatred for the Jewish people that goes far outside the scope of typical racism. That’s because there’s a spirit behind anti-semitism that comes right from the devil himself. So today, I want to explain...
Oct 23, 2023•40 min•Ep. 99
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 98 A recap of some of the highlights in our journey through the book of Ezekiel. We have just finished chapter 24, so we’re halfway through. Also: an exciting announcement about episode 100! 0:00 - Introduction 2:00 - Our Nation’s in Jeopardy, Baby 8:40 - Chapters 1-3, God is in Control 19:00 - Chapters 4-5, A God of Precision 23:50 - Chapter 7, The Lord Who Strikes 29:30 - Chapter 14, A God Who Deceives? 37:00 - Chapter 17, An Extreme Examp...
Oct 16, 2023•52 min•Ep. 98
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 97 The Old Testament does not get great ratings. Most sermons, most bible study, most bible reading is centered around the New Testament. And that’s understandable. Testament means covenant. And we are, after all, in the New Covenant. But the OT still has something to say, and it says them on a level that you’ve probably never realized before. So if you’re somewhat familiar with the story of Israel in the Old Testament, you might know the st...
Oct 09, 2023•46 min•Ep. 97
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 96 Ezekiel as a book has been full of sign-acts- ways that Ezekiel acts things out in his life to demonstrate what God wants to communicate to the people of Israel. And in this chapter, he’s going to get his toughest one yet. Everybody wants to be a prophet. They think giving oracles and performing sign-acts sounds so cool and exciting. They don’t realize what being a prophet costs. Hosea had a unique assignment; he had to marry an unfaithfu...
Oct 02, 2023•44 min•Ep. 96
I think we’ve all been there: those times that we pushed a little too far, got in over our head, tried to do it our own way, and it all blew up in our face. And that’s certainly what happened to the city of Jerusalem in Ezekiel chapter 24. They just thought they were invincible, that nothing they did would have longstanding consequences- because after all, they were God’s city, right? But, they blew it. And it was going to be a long, hard road to setting things right. So what do we do when we’ve...
Sep 25, 2023•44 min•Ep. 95
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 94 There’s a lot of things that I hear Bible prophecy teachers say that actually aren’t predicted anywhere in the Bible. There are things that just get repeated and repeated and repeated for years, but don’t actually have a scriptural basis. There’s a lot of assumptions that get thrown into the mix when we talk about the timeline of the rapture. Now, I believe in the rapture, but I don’t want to make assumptions. We need to re-analyze the ba...
Sep 21, 2023•41 min•Ep. 94
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 93 Every time I talk about the rapture, I’m told “you just believe the rapture because you follow John Nelson Darby.” But after years of being told I’m a disciple of John Nelson Darby, I finally researched who the guy is. And you get to benefit from that research if you listen to today’s episode. 0:00 - Intro 6:55 - Has the time of Jesus’ return already been appointed? 10:45 - Could the rapture be a catalyst for the Antichrist’s kingdom? 12:...
Sep 18, 2023•42 min•Ep. 93
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 92 Interview with Dr. Larry Brothers about his new book “And the Angels Came,” available at the links below. This is a collection of stories of people with supernatural experiences during the Joplin tornado in 2011. Buy it on Amazon (paperback): https://a.co/d/bpayEFE Amazon Kindle: https://a.co/d/eMfB5bf If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor...
Sep 11, 2023•21 min•Ep. 92
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 91 Who are Oholah and Oholibah? These two sisters appear in chapter 23 and God doesn’t have many nice things to say about them. But who are they? And also, what does God think about entering partnerships with non-Christians? What are the different cups mentioned in the Bible- and why do they matter? What is the biggest cup mentioned in the Bible? You’ll be glad when you know about the biggest cup in the Bible, and you’ll find out what it is ...
Aug 28, 2023•53 min•Ep. 91
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 90 As you read the headlines, it looks like things are falling apart. But perhaps they’re actually just falling into place. Does that mean the rapture is right around the corner? Well, it always could be any moment, but I suspect that it might be still at least a few years out. We’ll look at some reasons why today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Intro 7:30 - Long, Hard Times to Come 22:30 - A Timeline of the End 29:35 - Closing Thoug...
Aug 21, 2023•40 min•Ep. 90
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 89 “Today’s conspiracy theories are tomorrow’s headlines.” That’s what I told Youtube when they deleted one of my episodes recently for spreading conspiracy theories. Well, Youtube probably won’t like what I’m sharing today, either. There’s an acronym you need to know: W-E-F. You’ll learn what it stands for today. Could their plans be setting up the kingdom of the Antichrist in the near future? We’ll discuss that and more today on the CR pod...
Aug 14, 2023•30 min•Ep. 89
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 88 We were, by nature, deserving of wrath. Ephesians 2:3 0:00 - v17-22, The Dross of Silver 8:20 - v23-29, Bad Leaders 18:10 - v30-31, Someone to Stand in the Gap If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor
Aug 07, 2023•29 min•Ep. 88
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 87 What actions can incite God to wipe out a nation? Israel had 15 of them. Is America copying Israel’s homework? And does the solar eclipse crossing over America next year mean anything spiritually? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 3:45 - v1-12, 15 Reasons Why 29:35 - v13-16, No Empty Threats 34:00 - Notes 38:10 - Parallels with the USA 49:00 - Is God Drawing an X Over America? If you want to get in...
Jul 31, 2023•57 min•Ep. 87
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 86 This time, we’re joined by Nate Vainio, host of the Something to Gnaw On podcast. Nate is here to talk about the impact a story can have. His podcast is full of deep truth packed in charming anecdotes. Check out his show at SomethingToGnawOn.com If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor
Jul 24, 2023•36 min•Ep. 86
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 85 Three important topics in the news that you need to be paying attention to if you want to be an informed Christian. These three developments are setting up the Antichrist’s empire. Understand the times! 0:00 - Introduction 2:25 - The AntiChrist’s Surveillance System 23:30 - The AntiChrist’s Enforcement System 37:00 - The AntiChrist’s Financial System 51:10 - Closing Thoughts If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossrefer...
Jul 17, 2023•58 min•Ep. 85
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 84 What’s the process God gives us for making the correct decision on issues where the Bible is silent? Is there any justification for this Old Testament practice of Casting Lots to determine the will of God? And what is the best flavor of ice cream? The answers to all these questions may surprise you, and you’ll find out what they are today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Mint Chocolate Chip 3:30 - v18-24, Making a Decision 10:30 - ...
Jul 10, 2023•46 min•Ep. 84
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 83 Why does God threaten “the righteous” of Israel in Ezekiel 21? How was Ezekiel different from Jeremiah in his personality. And what hope do you have if your nation falls under God’s judgment? You’ll find out today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 3:00 - v1-7, Why the Righteous? 16:10 - v8-17, The Song of the Sword 22:00 - Mailbag If you want to get in touch with me, send an email to crossreferencespodcast@gmail.com Hos...
Jul 03, 2023•30 min•Ep. 83
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 82 Should Christians use the preferred pronouns of people who identify as transgender? Some say yes, some say no, some propose a third way. What about using someone’s so-called deadname? We’ll analyze those issues today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Review: Embodied by Preston Sprenkle 12:30 - Christian Views on Pronoun Usage 19:00 - My Views 31:45 - Deadnaming 35:55 - Closing Thoughts If you want to get in touch with me, send an e...
Jun 29, 2023•43 min•Ep. 82
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 81 Can somebody generate tongues on their own- or can they learn it in a classroom setting? How do you explain tongues that show up in other religions? And why is it that you don’t see tongues show up a lot in much of church history? You’ll find out the answers to those questions today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Mailbag on Tongues 19:10 - Objections to Tongues for Today 36:00 - Questions for Cessationists If you want to get in t...
Jun 26, 2023•44 min•Ep. 81
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 80 What are you going to do if a transgender person walks into your church? We’ve spent three episodes this month talking about the topic of transgenderism. But a topic is not what is going to walk into your church. A person is walking into your church. We can talk about topics all day long. It’s not that hard to talk about a topic. It’s another thing to talk to a person, and show love to a person. You’ll find out how to do that today on the...
Jun 22, 2023•43 min•Ep. 80
The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 79 We’ve spent a couple weeks talking about why there’s a gift of speaking in tongues, and how it operates. Or at least, how it’s SUPPOSED to operate. But where do tongues come from? There’s only one pattern I find in Scripture, and you’ll find out what that is today on the Cross References podcast. 0:00 - Introduction 3:40 - The Testimony of Acts 8:00 - The Baptism in the Holy Spirit is Subsequent to Salvation 14:15 - Tongues Come With or F...
Jun 19, 2023•35 min•Ep. 79
