Jesus didn’t come to tweak your life. He came to confront and overthrow the empire to make way for the Kingdom of God. In this final episode of our "Gospel of the Kingdom" series, we get honest about what it means to follow Jesus in a world built on power, fear, violence, and domination. The Kingdom is more about allegiance than mere words. It’s about action. The Kingdom is lived, not just preached. It’s time to choose your King.
In this episode of the Gospel of Peace podcast, Jerry Robinson explores how the bold Kingdom message Jesus preached was slowly reduced to creeds, doctrines, and check-the-box religion. From the early church to Constantine, we trace how a living gospel became a list of beliefs, and why recovering the Kingdom message today matters more than ever.
Jesus didn't say, "Believe in me so you can go to heaven." He said, "The kingdom of God is at hand—repent and believe the good news." In this episode, Jerry Robinson kicks off a new three-part series exploring the original gospel Jesus preached—the Gospel of the Kingdom. Discover how the modern church has reduced the message to sin management and afterlife insurance, and why reclaiming the kingdom is essential to following Jesus today.
Got questions about the atonement? In this bonus episode of The Gospel of Peace, Jerry Robinson returns to answer some of the most pressing questions that have come in since the release of our three-part series on the atonement. Questions like: Doesn’t Isaiah 53:10 say it pleased the Lord to crush Jesus? How do you reconcile Hebrews 9:22 with the idea that God doesn’t need blood to forgive? Isn’t God’s justice retributive? Doesn’t sin demand punishment? Why do the apostles use sacrificial langua...
Was the cross about punishment—or victory? In this third and final teaching in our series, Jerry Robinson explores how the cross was never about satisfying God's wrath, but about defeating the powers of sin, death, and darkness. Drawing from Scripture and the wisdom of the early Church, this episode unpacks biblical alternatives to penal substitution, highlights the meaning of Christ’s resurrection, and reframes the atonement through the lens of love, reconciliation, and liberation. Discover how...
If Jesus had to die, whose idea was it—God’s or ours? Many Christians assume God required the crucifixion to satisfy divine wrath, but have you ever noticed how clearly the apostles place responsibility for Jesus’ death on humanity? In Acts 2, Peter says explicitly, "you put him to death." Yet many believers still think God demanded Jesus’ murder. How could the murderers of Jesus possibly be fulfilling God’s will? In this powerful episode, Jerry Robinson invites us to carefully revisit the Scrip...
Why did Jesus have to die? For many of us, the answer seems simple. We’ve been told that Jesus died to pay for our sins or to take our punishment. But is that really the whole story? In this episode, we take a fresh look at the cross and explore whether we’ve misunderstood the reason for Jesus’ death. Was it about satisfying God’s wrath? Or was something deeper happening? Join me as we rethink the cross together. Follow Us Online Apple Podcasts: apple.co/3xFMmfs Spotify: https://open.spotify.com...
Who is my neighbor? That’s the question a lawyer asked Jesus, and His answer was nothing short of revolutionary. In this episode of The Gospel of Peace, we dive deep into the parable of the Good Samaritan and how Jesus uses it to break down social, religious, and cultural barriers to love. We’ll explore how true neighborly love goes beyond comfort and convenience, calling us to extend mercy even to those we consider outsiders. The cross itself is the ultimate Good Samaritan moment as Christ resc...
What if the cross of Jesus wasn’t about appeasing a wrathful God, but about exposing the futility of violence and revealing the unstoppable power of love? In this episode of The Gospel of Peace podcast, we explore how Jesus overcame evil—not through retaliation, but through self-giving love. The crucifixion was humanity’s ultimate act of violence, yet God’s response was forgiveness, reconciliation, and resurrection victory. We’ll dive into what this means for us as followers of Christ, why the m...
In this third episode of the Gospel of Peace podcast, entitled “Reading the Old Testament in Light of Christ,” unpack the idea that the Old Testament can only be truly understood when viewed through the lens of Jesus Christ. If you’ve ever wrestled with the contrast between the seemingly violent God of the Old Testament and the nonviolent love of Christ, this episode is for you.
In this second episode of the Gospel of Peace podcast, titled “The God Who Forgives: How Jesus Transformed Our Understanding of Mercy,” we dive deep into one of the most powerful—and sometimes challenging—aspects of the Christian faith: forgiveness. We explore how Jesus’ life and teachings reveal a God whose mercy knows no limits, and how we’re called to live out that same grace, even when it’s hard. I also share some personal reflections on my own struggles with forgiveness and the journey God ...
In this inaugural episode of The Gospel of Peace, Jerry Robinson dives into a foundational and transformative truth: God looks like Jesus. For centuries, humanity has wrestled with questions about God’s true nature. Is He angry, vengeful, or distant? Or is He something entirely different? Join Jerry as he unpacks how Jesus reveals the heart of God—not as a wrathful deity waiting to punish, but as a merciful Father reaching out in love. Through stories, scripture, and powerful insights, this epis...
In this episode of the True Riches podcast, Jerry Robinson continues the crucial discussion on the intersection of faith and firearms. Drawing from profound stories of nonviolent resistance during World War II, Jerry challenges the theological belief that the right to bear arms is God-given. He explores the concept of spiritual weapons, God's nonviolent nature, and the significance of Jesus as the "slain lamb" in both the Old and New Testaments. This episode offers clarity, encouragement, and a ...
Welcome friends, to another episode of the True Riches podcast. In this episode, we begin a crucial and timely series titled 'God and Guns.' In this first part, we'll delve into the complex and often controversial topic of guns in the context of our faith. Whether you are wrestling with questions about self-defense, seeking to understand the true nature of discipleship, or simply curious about a Christ-like response to violence, this teaching is for you. We'll explore Jesus' teachings on nonviol...
Whether you're grappling with questions about the nature of God, seeking to deepen your understanding of nonviolence, or looking for ways to actively embody the teachings of Jesus in your daily life, this new teaching offers both inspiration and practical guidance. Join us as we explore how the steadfast love of God not only anchors us in times of change but also empowers us to be agents of His unending peace in our communities and beyond. In this thought-provoking session, Jerry will guide us t...
In this pivotal session, we delve into one of Jesus' most radical teachings: "Love Your Enemies." We explore the transformative power of responding to hostility with compassion and forgiveness, reflecting the boundless love of God. Through profound discussions and challenging questions, we uncover the practical application of this teaching in our daily lives, learning how to navigate conflicts and cultivate a spirit of reconciliation. This session challenges us to embody the revolutionary princi...
In a world rife with violence and conflict, our new "The Gospel of Peace" teaching series serves as a light in the present darkness that can lead us back to the heart of Jesus's teachings on nonviolence. Jerry Robinson, an author, speaker, and Bible teacher, takes you on a profound journey through Scripture, challenging prevailing notions of violence in Christianity and uncovering the deep, peace-filled wisdom of the gospel. Session #2 - The Foundation of Nonviolence (Part 2) Teacher: Jerry Robi...
In a world rife with violence and conflict, our new "The Gospel of Peace" teaching series serves as a light in the present darkness that can lead us back to the heart of Jesus's teachings on nonviolence. Jerry Robinson, an author, speaker, and Bible teacher, takes you on a profound journey through Scripture, challenging prevailing notions of violence in Christianity and uncovering the deep, peace-filled wisdom of the gospel. Session #1 - The Foundation of Nonviolence (Part 1) Teacher: Jerry Robi...
Ever wondered what Just War Theory is all about? Well, we've got you covered! In a nutshell, Just War Theory is a set of ethical principles used to assess the morality of using military force. But here's the kicker—we need to explore it from a critical perspective, especially for those of us who strive to follow Christ's teachings of peace. Related Video: Just War Theory vs Jesus Christ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5TV7OrJaws Just War Theory acknowledges that war and violence are generally s...
“And because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold.” (Matthew 24:12) Has your love grown cold? The love of many has grown cold in America (and around the world,) which explains why so many today prefer hatred of enemies over Christ’s law of enemy love. Enemy love is an unpopular message both in the pews and the pulpits. (Let alone outside the four walls of the church.) When we hate our enemies, we become what we hate. This is the way of death. The way of life is found in peace...
In this latest episode, Bible teacher/author Jerry Robinson explores the profound and often misunderstood teaching of Jesus on turning the other cheek. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus famously issued this radical command to all who would follow Him: “You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ But I tell you not to resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also." (Matthew 5:38 ,39) This powerful message of forgiven...
What does the Bible say about good and evil? In this next video episode of the Rethink series, teacher/author Jerry Robinson tackles the topic of good and evil. Jerry begins with a basic review of God's good creation to reveal that God only does and makes "good" things. Next, he examines the tree of the knowledge of good and evil and provides a simple, but often overlooked, explanation for what the text is revealing to us about God's true nature. Later, Jerry explains what it means that Jesus ca...
One of the greatest questions that faced the early church was whether Christians could join the military and participate in war. When the question of Christians joining the military and using the sword arises, inevitably someone will turn to Matthew 8:5-13 where Christ publicly praises the faith of a Roman centurion (soldier) who requests a miracle. Put simply, the Centurion’s “faith” coupled with Christ's silence on the Centurion's occupation has long been used as a reason why Christians can jo...
Have you ever questioned the morality of Christian involvement in war? It's a complex and nuanced topic that has been debated for centuries within the Christian community. On one hand, the Bible teaches that Jesus Christ came to bring peace and that Christians are called to love their enemies and turn the other cheek. On the other hand, there are passages in the Old Testament that seem to condone violence and warfare. One way to understand the Christian perspective on war is through the concept ...
Watch the video teaching here: https://youtu.be/37TtcOqyKA8 In this new video teaching, Bible teacher/author Jerry Robinson takes you on a deep dive into understanding what the New Testament says about the topic of peace. Specifically, Jerry focuses this teaching on: - The Prince of Peace - The way of peace - The gospel of peace The world doesn't know peace. Any peace it claims to have is short-lived and always ends in more war and savagery. Those who are spiritually lost have a deep yearning fo...
Watch the video teaching here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQSUtgDqjpg What does the Bible say about rebels and rebellion against authority? In this second episode of the Rethink series, teacher/author Jerry Robinson tackles the thorny topic of rebellion. Whether it’s rebellion against parents, the governing authorities, or God, the Bible warns us to avoid the path of the rebel. "My son, fear the LORD and the king; And do not associate with those who are given to change [of allegiance, and a...
When you think of America’s founding father Thomas Jefferson, what comes to mind? Some might point to his writing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence or his establishment of the University of Virginia. Others might recall Jefferson as the third President of the United States who helped lead the infant American nation through its early turbulent period. In this new teaching, Bible teacher/author Jerry Robinson takes you on a deep dive into the spiritual beliefs of Thomas Jefferson. This teach...
When you think of Adolf Hitler, what comes to mind? For most, the name Hitler conjures thoughts of the Nazi regime that terrorized continental Europe throughout the 1930s and 1940s. Others will recall Hitler as the visionary engineer of the Nazi-led Holocaust, which led Germany to systematically enslave and murder millions of Jews and other minority groups in an effort to purge the Aryan (white) race of the defiling presence of “impure” and “inferior” races. But few, if any, living in the 21st c...
Gun violence has long been a hallmark of America, but it has become even more so in recent decades. Today, American Christians are bombarded by messages of fear from the corporate media regarding the rise of gun violence across the country. This fear has caused many otherwise well-intentioned Christians to assume that in order to fight evil, they must resort to the same tactics and use the same weapons employed by evildoers. But is this true? Has the Prince of Peace called his followers to fight...
So far in 2022, America is averaging 10 mass shootings per week. In this new episode of True Riches Radio, Bible teacher/author Jerry Robinson briefly explains how American Christians should view gun violence in light of Jesus' teachings on weapons. Related links referenced in today's episode: VIDEO TEACHING: Does Jesus Command His Followers To Carry A Sword? https://truerichesradio.com/does-jesus-command-disciples-to-carry-a-sword/ VIDEO SERIES: Questions for Jehovah's Witnesses https://www.you...
