23 Minutes In Hell Podcast

Why does evil exist in the world, and why do Christians experience suffering? In this episode, we explore three primary reasons evil occurs: Satan’s destructive work, the sinful nature of humanity, and the effects of sin on creation. We'll discuss what the Bible teaches about God’s character, His will, and understanding things He allows and things He desires. Using the Bible, we challenge the belief that every tragedy, sickness, or disaster is something God intended to happen.

Discover how to stand firm in faith, forgive others, resist the enemy, trust God through difficult seasons, and use the authority and spiritual weapons He has given us. This episode will encourage you to seek God’s wisdom, stand on His Word, and remain steadfast in your faith.

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Scripture warns us that false brethren, false teachers, and false prophets will arise, sometimes from within the church itself. Through John’s warnings in 1 John, and several real-life accounts of false and unscriptural teachings, we expose dangerous errors that distort the gospel. Not every person who claims to represent Christ speaks biblical truth. We must carefully examine every teaching in light of God’s Word rather than being deceived by a person’s influence, reputation, or spiritual claims.

How can we distinguish genuine followers of Christ from those who merely profess to know Him? We'll explore three biblical tests found in 1 John: correct belief, obedience to God’s commandments, and genuine love for others. In a time when confusion and deception can easily influence the church and culture, believers must remain grounded in Scripture and exercise spiritual discernment. Join us as we consider how to recognize false teaching, stand firm in biblical truth, and live out an authentic Christian faith that honors the Lord.

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In this episode we discuss why the Bible’s account of Noah’s Flood points to a worldwide flood, not a local one. Looking at five key reasons from Scripture, we share how Genesis describes the waters covering the earth and all living things, and how Jesus and other biblical writers also refer to the Flood as a global event.

Why does this topic matter? If we change the clear meaning of Scripture in foundational areas like the Flood and Creation, it can become easier to reinterpret other parts of God’s Word. This discussion challenges listeners to take Scripture seriously and trust what God has clearly revealed about Creation, the Flood, and His judgment.

For more information about Bill Wiese and Soul Choice Ministries please visit us at: https://soulchoiceministries.org/ 

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This episode explores the Christian claim that Jesus Christ uniquely died for humanity’s sins, was buried, and rose again from the dead. Drawing from the bible passages, we examine the biblical accounts of Jesus appearing to His disciples, Peter, Paul, James, and more than 500 people. We also consider the significance of these reported eyewitnesses, the transformation of people such as Peter and Paul, and the willingness of early Christians to endure persecution and death while proclaiming that they encountered the risen Christ. We also address the significance of the empty tomb and the claim that Jesus’ body was never found.

 Ultimately, the episode presents the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the central foundation of the Christian faith. Each person must decide how to respond to the claims of Jesus and belief that salvation is found only through Jesus Christ.

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This episode examines the theory that a previous world existed between Genesis 1:1 and 1:2 and was destroyed before the creation described in the six days of Genesis. We'll focus on scripture which presents the six days of creation as the complete beginning of heaven, earth, humanity, and all living things. We also explore why the interpretation of Genesis matters in relation to biblical authority and taking Scripture literally.

Drawing from several biblical passages along with commentary from figures such as Henry Morris, Wayne Grudem, Matthew Henry, and John MacArthur, this episode concludes that Genesis describes a gradual six-day creation process rather than the reconstruction of a previously destroyed earth. The Gap Theory adds an event to Scripture that the Bible does not explicitly describe and conflicts with the biblical creation account.

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Have  you ever considered the remarkable complexity found throughout the animal and insect kingdom as evidence of intentional design and the existence of God? Focusing especially on the honeybee, we examine the precision of the honeycomb, the colony’s specialized roles, the remarkable communication of bees through their intricate dances, and their ability to navigate using the position of the sun. We also discuss the biblical significance of honey, highlighting passages that describe it as a blessing, a source of nourishment, and a gift from God.

The discussion then expands from the honeybee to the complexity of the human body and the natural world. From interconnected bodily systems to the extraordinary design of the eye, the episode considers whether such complexity can reasonably be attributed to random processes or points instead to a Creator. Through biblical passages, historical quotations, and examples from nature, we invite listeners to consider the intricate order and functionality of creation and what it may reveal about God.

For more information about Bill Wiese and Soul Choice Ministries please visit us at: https://soulchoiceministries.org/ 

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In this episode, we explore the story of Samson from the book of Judges 14 and the lessons it holds for Christians about strength, obedience, character and the consequences of compromise. Samson’s encounter with the lion, the honey, and the Philistines’ deceit reveal both God’s supernatural power and Samson’s human weakness. His life reminds us of the importance of honoring our commitments to God, resisting temptation, controlling our anger, and leaving vengeance in God’s hands. When we play too closely with the enemy, our choices can lead to painful consequences.

More importantly, Samson’s story points to God’s faithfulness even when people fail. Though Samson’s disobedience brought great trouble, he ultimately called upon God, and God gave him strength one final time. His life leaves us with both a warning and an encouragement: if you play with the enemy, you will get burned—but God remains faithful when we turn back to Him.

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In this episode we examine Jesus’ account of the rich man and Lazarus in Luke 16 and present it as a true event rather than a parable. The episode explores ten points about the reality of hell, emphasizing that death is followed immediately by a person’s eternal destination. The account also describes a permanent separation between the righteous and those in torment, portraying hell as an actual and eternal place from which there is no escape.

The rich man in Luke 16 remembered his family and understood that his brothers needed to repent, yet Abraham explained that those who refuse to listen to Scripture will not necessarily believe even if someone rises from the dead. We share accounts of near-death experiences and additional testimonies, but the central message remains the authority of God’s Word. We encourage listeners to take Jesus’ warning seriously, turn from sin, receive Him as Lord and Savior, and choose the path of life and salvation.

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This episode examines one of the central biblical reasons for a pre-tribulation Rapture: the Church has not been appointed to experience God’s wrath. Drawing from bible passages, we distinguish between the persecution Christians have suffered at the hands of people and the divine wrath described as coming upon the earth during the Tribulation.

This discussion also explores the distinction between the Church and the saints described during the Tribulation, the worldwide judgments and suffering prophesied for that seven-year period, and Jesus’ promise in Luke 21:36 to “escape all these things.” The episode challenges the post-tribulation view by asking how the Church could be subject to a period repeatedly described in Scripture as God’s wrath against the wicked and rebellious, while emphasizing the hope and deliverance promised to those who belong to Christ.

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In this episode, we explore the biblical concept of God’s delayed judgment and what it reveals about His mercy and grace. Because Jesus came first to reconcile humanity to God, we are living in an age where God’s wrath has been satisfied through Christ’s sacrifice on the Cross. From the warnings of the Old Testament prophets to the examples of Israel, Sodom and Gomorrah, and the teachings of Jesus and the apostles, Scripture reminds us that God is patient but His judgment is certain.

We’ll also examine the moments God brings discipline or judgment, and what these examples teach believers today. As the age of grace moves toward its conclusion and Scripture points to Christ’s return and the coming day of judgment, we are called not to condemn others or seek vengeance, but to pray, forgive, extend mercy, and leave justice in God’s hands. This episode is a sobering reminder that God’s patience is an expression of His grace, while His warnings call us to take sin seriously and live faithfully in light of Christ’s return.

For more information about Bill Wiese and Soul Choice Ministries please visit us at: https://soulchoiceministries.org/ 

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