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Episode 6: The Times of the Gentiles – Daniel’s Statue and the Four Beasts

From Babylon’s golden splendor to Rome’s iron grip, the rise and fall of Gentile empires isn’t chaos—it’s choreography. In this sweeping episode of Footsteps of the Messiah, we dive into two of the most iconic visions in biblical prophecy: Nebuchadnezzar’s dazzling statue (Daniel 2) and Daniel’s terrifying beasts (Daniel 7). Though seen through different eyes, both reveal the same truth—God is sovereign over every kingdom, and all history is marching toward one final throne.

We’ll trace the prophetic sequence of:

• Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece, and Rome
• The future ten-king federation and the rise of Antichrist
• And the coming of the stone “cut without hands”—Jesus Christ, the Son of Man

You’ll learn how these visions define the Times of the Gentiles—the era from Israel’s exile to Messiah’s return—and why Jesus pointed to it in Luke 21:24. More than political headlines or historical trivia, this episode reveals the divine script behind human empires—and the invincible kingdom that’s coming soon.

Key Verse:

“In the days of those kings the God of heaven will cause a kingdom to rise up which will never be destroyed…” — Daniel 2:44 (LSB)

Footsteps of the Messiah is a podcast from Shoe Leather Gospel, a listener-supported ministry helping believers understand God’s prophetic plan with clarity and confidence. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review or like the show wherever you get your podcasts? It helps others discover the truth we’re sharing.

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Episode 5: Dispensations and the Meta-Narrative of History

Is the Bible just a collection of spiritual truths—or is it a divinely structured story with a beginning, middle, and soon-coming end?

In this pivotal episode of Footsteps of the Messiah, we step back to see the full canvas of redemptive history—seven divine dispensations, one sovereign Author, and a single thread that ties it all together: the summing up of all things in Christ (Ephesians 1:10).

Before we move forward on the prophetic timeline, we look back to understand how God governs history. What is a dispensation? Why do they matter? And how do they help us read prophecy with clarity, not confusion?

We’ll explore:

• The biblical foundation for dispensational theology
• The seven stewardships of history from Eden to the Kingdom
• Why distinguishing Israel and the Church matters for interpreting prophecy
• How progressive revelation unfolds without contradiction
• What it means to live faithfully in the Age of Grace—awaiting the next event: the Rapture

Whether you’re a Bible teacher seeking structure or a faithful forager longing to connect the dots, this episode offers a roadmap through Scripture’s epic narrative—and shows why prophecy is preparation, not speculation.

Key Verse:

“unto the summing up of all things in Christ, things in the heavens and things on the earth.” — Ephesians 1:10 (LSB)

Footsteps of the Messiah is a podcast from Shoe Leather Gospel, a listener-supported ministry helping believers understand God’s prophetic plan with clarity and confidence. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review or like the show wherever you get your podcasts? It helps others discover the truth we’re sharing.

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Why does prophecy often seem so confusing? Because many believers skip the very tools God gave us to understand it. In this episode of Footsteps of the Messiah: The Beginning of the End, we build on the Golden Rule of Interpretation and introduce four essential biblical principles that sharpen how we read and apply end-times prophecy.

You’ll learn:

• Literal Interpretation: Why we take God’s Word at face value unless context clearly says otherwise.
• Double Reference: How one prophecy can span both Christ’s first and second comings.
• Recurrence: Why God often restates prophetic truths with added detail, building layer upon layer.
• Context Is King: How surrounding passages protect us from distortion and confusion.

We’ll walk through key examples from Isaiah, Daniel, Matthew 24, Revelation, and more—seeing how these rules preserve the integrity of God’s promises and fuel confidence in His coming reign. Prophecy isn’t a foggy puzzle—it’s a clear promise, meant to prepare us for the days ahead.

Key Verse:

“The Spirit of the Lord Yahweh is upon Me… to proclaim the favorable year of Yahweh…” — Isaiah 61:1–2a (LSB); Luke 4:17–21

Next Episode: The Dispensational Meta-Narrative — exploring how God’s redemptive plan unfolds through distinct stages in history, revealing His purposes for Israel, the Church, and the coming Kingdom.

Footsteps of the Messiah is a podcast from Shoe Leather Gospel, a listener-supported ministry helping believers understand God’s prophetic plan with clarity and confidence. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review or like the show wherever you get your podcasts? It helps others discover the truth we’re sharing.

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Confused about how to read biblical prophecy? You’re not alone. In this pivotal episode of Footsteps of the Messiah: The Beginning of the End, we explore the key that unlocks clarity in eschatology: the Golden Rule of Interpretation—“When the plain sense makes common sense, seek no other sense.”

We’ll discover why most confusion about end-times prophecy doesn’t come from what the Bible says, but from how it’s read. Applying the literal, grammatical-historical method, we’ll see how God’s Word speaks plainly—and why His promises should be trusted exactly as given.

You’ll learn:

• Why literal interpretation affirms God’s trustworthiness and prophetic precision
• How fulfilled prophecies at Christ’s first coming guarantee literal fulfillment at His return
• The dangers of allegory, preterism, and amillennialism in distorting God’s prophetic Word
• How this interpretive foundation preserves the distinction between Israel and the Church
• Why prophecy, rightly understood, leads to confidence, clarity, worship, and readiness

Prophecy isn’t a riddle to solve—it’s a revelation to believe. And as you’ll see, how we read determines how we hope.

Key Verse:

“No prophecy of Scripture comes by one’s own interpretation… men being moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.” — 2 Peter 1:20–21 (LSB)

Next Episode: The Four Rules of Prophetic Interpretation — equipping you with four essential biblical principles that explain the structure, sequence, and timing of God’s prophetic plan.

Footsteps of the Messiah is a podcast from Shoe Leather Gospel, a listener-supported ministry helping believers understand God’s prophetic plan with clarity and confidence. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review or like the show wherever you get your podcasts? It helps others discover the truth we’re sharing.

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For many believers, prophecy feels either intimidating or irrelevant. But what if it’s actually an invitation to blessing? In this second episode of Footsteps of the Messiah: The Beginning of the End, we open Revelation 1:3—a verse that promises joy, clarity, and spiritual vitality to those who read, hear, and keep the prophetic Word.

You’ll discover why biblical prophecy isn’t speculative guesswork—it’s a call to readiness, holiness, and worship. We’ll walk through:

• The personal, conditional, and timely nature of God’s prophetic blessing
• How Revelation is structured to strengthen, not confuse, the Church
• Four common myths that have sidelined prophecy in the modern Church
• How prophecy fuels worship, builds endurance, and realigns your affections

Prophecy isn’t a hobby—it’s a holy summons. And as you’ll see, understanding the end times isn’t about fear or controversy—it’s about knowing Christ more fully and living in joyful preparation for His soon return.

Key Verse:

“Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy and keep the things which are written in it, for the time is near.” — Revelation 1:3 (LSB)

Next Episode: The Golden Rule of Interpretation — unlocking the key to reading prophecy with clarity and confidence: “Literal, unless context demands otherwise.”

Footsteps of the Messiah is a podcast from Shoe Leather Gospel, a listener-supported ministry helping believers understand God’s prophetic plan with clarity and confidence. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review or like the show wherever you get your podcasts? It helps others discover the truth we’re sharing.

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Prophecy isn’t a fringe topic—it’s at the very heart of God’s redemptive plan. In this opening episode of Footsteps of the Messiah: The Beginning of the End, we set the stage for the entire series. Why does biblical prophecy matter? What does it reveal about Christ? And how can understanding the prophetic timeline deepen your walk with God?

We’ll introduce the chronological framework developed by Dr. Arnold Fruchtenbaum, previewing 11 key stages that walk us through the end-time events—from the Church Age to the Eternal State. You’ll discover that prophecy isn’t designed to confuse or divide, but to purify, encourage, and prepare the believer for Christ’s soon return.

Key Verse:

“For the witness of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.” — Revelation 19:10 (LSB)

For more, read the companion blog post: Why Biblical Prophecy Still Matters Today

Next Episode: The Blessing of Prophecy — exploring why God promises a blessing to those who read and keep the words of this book.

Footsteps of the Messiah is a podcast from Shoe Leather Gospel, a listener-supported ministry helping believers understand God’s prophetic plan with clarity and confidence. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review or like the show wherever you get your podcasts? It helps others discover the truth we’re sharing.

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