gwot.rocks - God, the World, and Other Things!
Welcome to gwot.rocks, a podcast about God, the World,and Other Things! We're all about advancing the peace of Christ in the midst of an agitated world. In a time where hate, tension, and stress seem to be at an all time high in our culture. Personal transformation the peace Jesus Christ brings can ultimately result in the restoration our decaying cities.THE CITY is the core of our human existence. As our key cities go, so goes our nation. In the first century A.D., synagogues were central to Jewish worship, teaching, and community life. In Luke 4, after His baptism and temptation, Jesus begins His public ministry by attending a synagogue on the Sabbath. Following custom, He stands to read and is handed the scroll of Isaiah. The passage He reads proclaims that the "Spirit of the Lord" is upon the speaker, anointing Him to preach good news to the poor, proclaim liberty to captives, recovery of sight to the blind, and freedom for the oppressed. This passage relates to the Jewish “Year of Jubilee” (Leviticus 25), a period every 50 years when debts were forgiven, slaves freed, and land returned, symbolizing liberation and restoration. The Isaiah passage is a messianic prophecy about God's servant bringing spiritual and social renewal. It was expected that the visiting Rabbi would continue reading from the place marked in the scroll. The marker was at the 61st out of 66 chapters…“The Spirit of the Lord God is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners; to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor, and the day of our God’s vengeance; to comfort all who mourn, to provide for those who mourn in Zion; to give them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, festive oil instead of mourning, and splendid clothes instead of despair. And they will be called righteous trees, planted by the Lord to glorify him. They will rebuild the ancient ruins; they will restore the former devastations; they will renew the ruined cities, the devastations of many generations.” (Luke 4:1-4, CSB) After reading the passage, Jesus sits down, which in Jewish custom indicated He was about to teach. He then makes the profound statement, “Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing” (Luke 4:21).
On that first day of His public ministry, Jesus proclaims that He is the fulfillment of Isaiah’s prophecy - that He is the Messiah who has come to bring the spiritual and social liberation promised in the passage. This is a bold and revolutionary claim, especially in His hometown. As the account unfolds, the people’s reaction turns from amazement to rage, leading them to attempt to throw Jesus off a cliff. However, Jesus miraculously walks through the crowd unharmed and leaves Nazareth. This event is significant as it marks the beginning of Jesus' public ministry and sets the tone for His mission: to bring spiritual, physical, and social liberation. Jesus’ reading and declaration align His mission with the messianic prophecy, emphasizing he is not just a teacher or prophet but is the long-awaited Messiah who inaugurates God's kingdom of the ultimate spiritual Jubilee - spiritual liberation and the arrival of God's kingdom, bringing freedom, healing, and renewal to all people. The Jubilee of Jesus Christ for individuals AND society as a whole is available to all today! As you can tell from the title and the podcast genesis, the topics covered in the future will be an eclectic and engaging look at stories and topics that inspire you and advance the peace of Christ in your life. and in the lives around you!
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- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 12 minutes
- Episodes
- 559
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
3 Blessings of Christmas
There is a lot going on in the brief account of the Wisemen and their visit to baby Jesus, found in the Gospel of Matthew 2:1-18.
In this episode you will see how the six indictments against King Her…
PRAYER ALERT!!!
I've been sounding the alarm! The House of Representatives passed the MORE act to legalize pot and release criminals presently in prison. Sponsored by Jerry Nadler and approved by ALL Democrats and F…
Christmas Campfire Conversation
THE SHOW>>>>>>>>>>
Time to celebrate, Christmas is almost here! In this podcast Kenny talks about where we are, where we are headed for the new year, and how you can help!
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Thankful to be Alive!
Before we get into the core of the podcast, I want to let you know that you can access gwot.rocks from both Apple SIRI and Amazon Alexa voice activated devices. On Apple, if you say, “Siri, play the …
Thankful for the Big Little Things!
Before we get into the core of the podcast, I want to let you know that you can access gwot.rocks from both Apple SIRI and Amazon Alexa voice activated devices. On Apple, if you say, “Siri, play the …
The Good Fight That Advances Love Part Two
This is part two of the podcast "The Fight that Advances Love," The struggle for the advancement of the Gospel of Peace IS the fight that advances love. Jude, the half brother of our Lord and Savior …
The Good Fight That Advances Love Part One
Our world is in a mess, and we can not blame it on the Democrats and Republicans. The sad condition of our world can be laid squarely at the feet of the organized Church on the earth. As we fight the…
No Time for Dusty Feet
Sometimes you have to make a life call to shift gears and move on - get on down the road with Jesus and his Gospel Ministry and the advancement of His Unshakeable Kingdom. As you walk in obedience to…
Pot Update
In Season One, Episode 5, I went over in depth the crisis of the increasing number of states who are legalizing the use of marijuana, IN SPITE OF MARIJUANA BEING A CLASS ONE DRUG according to FEDERAL…
The Kingdom of God
Our nation and our world are in deep trouble. The cure for this deep trouble is for those of us who are devoted followers of Jesus Christ to make the main thing the main thing and get on with “preach…
Zip Ties, Duct Tape, and Bailing Wire
This episode falls into the category of "Other Things. Kenny offers some helpful household information on handy tools and stuff!
All recommendations are given to help you! I receive no sponsorship or …
Stability in Turbulent Times
Sometimes we consciously choose to walk in such a way that we recklessly abandon sound doctrine and the Godly virtues that reinforce our faith and jeopardize our stability, which can cast our confide…
What about Witches?
Since the movie “The Wizard of Oz” there has been a train of movies, television shows, and Broadway musicals and plays, that continue to promote the virtues of the “good” witch. Is that even possible…
Overcoming Hopelessness!
Dr. Jordan Peterson, clinical psychologist, university professor, public speaker and author of the best selling book "12 Rules for Life", reveals in his YouTube post, "Return Home", that he has been …
Every Good and Perfect Gift
“Where Are All the Bob Ross Paintings? We Found Them.”
Where can you find “The Joy of Painting” today?
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Where Am I?
When we blow it and by the grace of God come to our senses, God is ready to receive us back into close fellowship with Him without explanation or hesitation. Listen to the podcast to see how it all w…
Thinking of Heaven...
A recurring mental video vignette that provokes thoughts of Heaven reminds us that our future destiny can govern our present peace. Through the salvation that Jesus Christ offers to each of us freely…
The Communist
God still supernaturally manifests His power to save the lost and to rescue His followers!
Jesus-Plan of Salvation (a YouTube animated short). https://youtu.be/e-71IaDiUkY
JESUS Film
This full-length fe…
Books: The power of the written word!
In this episode Kenny inspires you to make reading an important part of your life, if it isn't already, and gives strong evidence for the power of the written word!
Jesus-Plan of Salvation (a YouTube …
Episode 41: The Lost Episode
Thanks to a dear life long friend, Kenny is made aware that episode 41 was missing! So here it is - The Case of the Flying Pot Roast!
You could learn a lot from a slab of flying roast beef!!!
Jesus-Pl…