This is part of a somewhat humourous critique that I will be doing on the audio version of Left Behind by Tim LaHaye and Jerry Jenkins. This is the first part and barely gets into the opening chapter of the first book. I introduce why I am doing this to begin with and why, although I am handling this is a joking manner, infantile reduction of Christianity in American Christianity is a major problem.
Issues Discussed
Only being able to talk about Christianity - i.e. being that embarassing weird guy at Church.
Being obsessed with the “End Times” and the “Rapture” - i.e. the Rapture is not the Gospel nor is it our calling to wait around to be snatched out of the world.
Christian cliches - i.e. “Christians aren’t perfect, they are just forgiven.” “Real Men Love Jesus”. “In case of rapture, this car will be unmanned.”
Using scare-tactic eschatology as a witnessing tool.
Representing that rapturism is the straight-forward teaching of the Bible without question.
Carnal exaltation of ethic Israel.
When the literalists find Russian bombers and modern nations in passages that speak of wooden weapons.
Newspaper exegesis.
Links and Resources
Things I Learned from Christian Comics by Johnny EC. This is a MUST see. Do not have anything liquid in your mouth while perusing. I bear no responsibility for any damage to your monitor that may result.
Gary DeMar discusses Ezekiel 38 and 39 (audio file) - go to the Preterist Site Audio Page and look for the file under DeMar. I cannot link to audio files here or PodPress uses that file for my podcast instead of my file. I don’t think Gary would be very appreciative of his show being in iTunes as my show.
I had a podcast ready to upload tonight but it appears that I upgraded to the newest WordPress too quickly as the podcasting plug-in isn’t yet compatible. The developer for PodPress does the work for free in his spare time and does wonderful work, so patience is a must. So far, PodPress has given a date of about July 27th for a fix. It is possible that my perpetual WordPress ninja hero cirisme may be able to revert the database back, but I don’t want to burden him - he helps me so much already. Stay subscribed to the posts rss for more news.
Ep. 14 is the eighth of an ongoing verse by verse study of the Olivet Discourse as recorded in Matthew 24 and is intended to be an audio companion to the written commentary It’s Not the End of the World located at http://www.preteristsite.com/plain/warrenend.html. The topic in this episode is Matthew 24:15:
Therefore when you see the ‘abomination of desolation,’ spoken of by Daniel the prophet, standing in the holy place” (whoever reads, let him understand)
Matthew 24 Fulfilled, John L. Bray, John L. Bray Ministry 1996 (caveat - author slipped into NeoHymenæan apostasy and has an addendum to the end of this book announcing such - however, this book is fully orthodox)
Rapture: The End-Times Error That Leaves the Bible Behind, David B. Currie, Sophia Institute Press, 2003
God Crucified by Richard Bauckham - I just found out that his expansion on this work is going to be out in September and is available for pre-order at Amazon!!! Squeeeeee!!!!!!
Other Episode Credits and Information
Take Off by Bob & Doug McKenzie
Shame, Shame, Shame by Ratt
Remember you can always contact me at preteristpodcast@gmail.com or come and visit at TheologyWeb.
The Preterist Podcast is part of a trio of resources for the study of orthodox preterism including The PreteristSite and The Preterist Blog.
This podcast took about 15 hours to create from start to finish. I give this information because I have a particular fan who believes that I must drop everything and debate him on premillennialism, and unless I do, I can’t say it is wrong. Wow - everything hinges on my debating this particular person. It isn’t like I have dozens of pieces listed at The PreteristSite ~ Millennial Meanderings, Contra-Chiliasm, and The DDW files that refute premillennialism including multiple things authored by me. Oh well. Guess what? I am not debating this individual, and premillennialism is still ridiculously wrong. But hey, I must be a fascinating person. I have a fan page dedicated to me that has sent me more readers and listeners. My very own ValleyWag. I am to my fan like Apple is to me. Kind of. In a creepy kind of way. As long as he doesn’t get a chakram tattoo, things are cool.
I may be curtailing my posting here a tiny bit while I finish up work on my personal blog site. It may turn out that things remain business as usual, but just a heads up. I gotta set some time aside to get that done as well as a very large review project I am working on for World of Apple. So if I don’t respond to posts or am slow, that is why.
Ep. 13 is the seventh of an ongoing verse by verse study of the Olivet Discourse as recorded in Matthew 24 and is intended to be an audio companion to the written commentary It’s Not the End of the World located at http://www.preteristsite.com/plain/warrenend.html. The topic in this episode is Matthew 24:14:
And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come.
The Greek word I promised to spell here: oikoumene
Other Episode Credits and Information
Can I Get a Witness by Barbara McNairy can be purchased on iTunes
Unchained Melodyby The Righteous Brothers can be purchased on iTunes
Xena sound clip from Xena: Warrior Princess, The Furies, Season Three, Episode One
Technical Terms Defined
Patookey: Crap. Such as in “What a load of horse patookey!”
Remember you can always contact me at preteristpodcast@gmail.com or come and visit at TheologyWeb. Also, as mentioned on the show, please go and view my FAQ at the PreteristSite.
The Preterist Podcast is part of a trio of resources for the study of orthodox preterism including The PreteristSite and The Preterist Blog.
I had a question graciously posed to me about my pen-name that I plan on posting a short episode on so that everyone is educated on the topic and taking a look at my notes for the next installment on the Olivet Discourse, there is a real possibility I might be able to get those two things uploaded this weekend. That section of Scripture is not going to take as long as I thought or … I am missing part of my notes.
And maybe…. I have had a little fun just laughing at Left Behind, so maybe that too.
Remember if you are a podcaster and want to exchange promos provided we don’t find each other’s shows objectionable, shoot me an email. I love to support the podcasting community. I have one for the next Olivet installment, but nothing after that.
If you take a look at the sidebar, there is a link for “promote this podcast” when you can download images and an audio promo. The Audio promo is also available in the feed.
Ep. 12’s topic is a follow-up to the two-part Episode 8 “There’s Something About Gary” and discusses the comments made in several blogs after those episodes as well as Gary DeMar’s continued ambiguity in his radio programs with specific audio examples given.
Get-It-Done Guy - The Get-it-Done Guy’s Quick and Dirty Tips to Work Less and Do More is a celebration of, well, getting things done. Join host Stever Robbins to learn how to be more productive at work and at home, and have more fun while doing it.
How Everything Must Change - The Herescope blog detailing McLaren’s confession of hyperpreterism and praise of Marxism
Gary’s Radio Show Home Page - the show referenced in this podcast is “Earthquakes & Cyclones aired on May 17, 2008
Other Episode Credits and Information
No More Drama by Mary J. Blige can be purchased at the iTunes stores
And one more thing….
Unite and Conquer - despite my opposition to their particular eschatologies, any non-preterists who affirm orthodox eschatology are my brethren. Sometimes in our fallen state other things get in the way of showing this unity, but no matter our own failings, we are ineffably bound together in Christ. To attempt to partner with heretics to attack secondary doctrines of other brethren can obscure, but cannot sever, that bond. However it is disobedience. What fellowship hath darkness with light? If we are so zealous with our particular point of view that we would rather a brother or sister embrace heresy or abandon the faith because they have different eschatological positions than us, there is something out of whack. If you are a futurist, and anything I am saying is disturbing to you in a way that is causing doubt or heresy to arise in your heart - don’t listen. There is a time and season for everything. Now is not your season for this issue. I would rather all of Christendom become non-preterist than for one of the brethren to embrace hyperpreterism or abandon the faith altogether. Zeal can be a four-letter word.
Ep.11 is the sixth of an ongoing verse by verse study of the Olivet Discourse as recorded in Matthew 24 and is intended to be an audio companion to the written commentary It’s Not the End of the World located at http://www.preteristsite.com/plain/warrenend.html. The topic in this episode is Matthew 24:9-13:
Then they will deliver you up to tribulation and kill you, and you will be hated by all nations for My name’s sake. And then many will be offended, will betray one another, and will hate one another. Then many false prophets will rise up and deceive many. And because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold. But he who endures to the end shall be saved.
We will examine if this verse fits in with a first century fulfillment.
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Say Hello to My Little Friend - Glenn talks about philosophy and stuff with a cool accent that makes the rest of us feel stupid:) - but he hasn’t seen fit to put an iTunes subscription link on his page, so click here to subscribe to his podcast.
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Episode Links and Resources
(the exact page numbers for reference can be found in the written commentary)
Matthew 24 Fulfilled, John L. Bray, John L. Bray Ministry 1996. (caveat- author slipped into NeoHymenæan apostasy and has an addendum to the end of this book announcing such - however, this book is fully orthodox)
Rapture: The End-Times Error That Leaves the Bible Behind, David B. Currie, Sophia Institute Press, 2003.
Last Days Madness, Gary DeMar, American Vision, 1999.
Other Episode Credits and Information
I Think I am in Love With Xena is by Universal Dice and can be purchased on iTunes.
The new address for my preterist blog is http://www.preteristblog.com, and is no longer called d-dizzle fo shizzle which has been moved to a more personal blog on my yet to be constructed home page at http://www.deedeewarren.com. All of the old links and RSS feeds will work so no need for you to change anything.
And if you have a REALLY strong stomach, here is the link the “eating bugs on Fear Factor video” that I extracted some audio from. I almost vomited. It is THAT bad.
Ep.10 is the fifth of an ongoing verse by verse study of the Olivet Discourse as recorded in Matthew 24 and is intended to be an audio companion to the written commentary It’s Not the End of the World located at http://www.preteristsite.com/plain/warrenend.html. The topic in this episode is Matthew 24:6-8 concerning wars, famines, and pestilences and whether or not these items were in fact fulfilled in the first century.
Please open your Bibles and follow along
Episode Links and Resources
(the exact page numbers for reference can be found in the written commentary)
The Great Tribulation: Past or Future, Kenneth Gentry, Kregel Publications, 1999. (co-authored with Tommy Ice)
Last Days Madness, Gary DeMar, American Vision, 1999.
Matthew 24 Fulfilled, John L. Bray, John L. Bray Ministry 1996. (caveat ~ author slipped into NeoHymenæan apostasy and has an addendum to the end of this book announcing such ~ however, this book is fully orthodox)
Bandits, Prophets, & Messiahs, Richard A. Horsley, Trinity Press International 1999.
The Days of Vengeance, David Chilton, Dominion Press, 1987.
Perilous Times: Studies in Eschatological Evil, Kenneth Gentry, Covenant Media Press, 1999.
The Great Tribulation, David Chilton, Dominion Press, 1987.
The Nelson Study Bible, New King James Version, Earl D. Radmacher, ed., Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1997.
Episode Credits
I Love My Mac by Daphne Kalfon can be purchased on iTunes.
whenever I want, to plug in a peripheral
it recognizes it right away
I don’t have to sweat, and pray for a small miracle
it’s just great for me
I’m as happy as can be
and I have better productivity
I love my Mac
cuz its so dependable, so sensible so beautiful
oh it’s the only one for me
repeat
there’s never a need, to think about security, trojan horses and viruses
they don’t stand a chance, they are such a rarity
it’s just working fine
I have such peace of mind
and there’s a bond of a special kind
I love my Mac
cuz it’s so dependable, so sensible so beautiful
oh it’s the only one for me
repeat
any software I use, is always so reliable
and I can find almost anything
forums chat groups message boards and newsgroups are commendable
it’s all there for me
one big family
of Mac enthusiasts from sea to sea
I love my Mac
cuz it’s so dependable, so sensible so beautiful
oh it’s the only one for me
repeat
iPods, Macdraw, Appletalk, Powerbooks
iTunes, Quicktime, Final Cut, Appleworks
iMacs, Tiger, Firewire, USB iMovie iChat and iDvd
but the greatest one for me
it’s been the answer to my dreams
it’s the best app in the land
the funnest program ever known to man
why, Garage Band
I love my Mac
cuz it’s so dependable, so sensible, so beautiful
oh it’s the only one for me
repeat
Please remember that I squee like a schoolgirl when I get positive iTunes comments.
Okay for a while there on iTunes, episodes 2, 3, 4, and 6 weren’t even me. I figured out what I did, and I promise, I won’t do it again. After much fiddling and praying and ululating, I have it fixed. This announcement will explain.
Show Credits
If I Could be Like Xena by Marilyn Ruckman can be found at the iTunes store.
The freaky dude who collects Xena hair follicles can be observed at “The North American Geek” video on YouTube.
Now here is the begging part - please leave comments for me on iTunes or in the podcast directory of your choice. Here are some links:
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