Greetings, Remnant Fam! Here’s what you’ll find in this week’s issue:

• Episodes This Week:
  -Examining 2025 Prophecies: Joseph Z and Amanda Grace
  -Andrew Klavan: How Reading about Murder Led Me to Christ

• Remnant Mini Shows:
  -Is Your Church Becoming A Cult? 4 Red Flags You Can’t Ignore

• Doctrine of God: Theology Course: Only $27

• Blog: Prophecy: How to Discern Truth and Avoid Deception

• Your Questions Answered

• Last Week’s Shows:
  -Political Forecasting or TRUE Prophecy? 2025 Prophecy Review: Perry Stone, Joseph Z & Julie Green
  -Before Genesis: The Eternal Covenant That Shapes Everything

• Extra: Come Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are - Michael Miller on the Unrefined Podcast

• Connect

• Remnant Courses

• Support the Show

• Public Speaking Schedule

EPISODES THIS WEEK:

Tune in to The Remnant Radio and join the Remnant Community Live Chat on Monday’s and Wednesday’s at 4:00 p.m. CDT / UTC-5.

Examining 2025 Prophecies: Joseph Z and Amanda Grace Put to the Test

Are modern prophets hearing from God or just reading headlines? Part 2 of our deep-dive into national prophetic words for 2025 examines claims from Joseph Z and Amanda Grace.

We continue our biblical analysis of prominent 2025 prophetic declarations. Building on our previous examination, we’ll provide practical tools for testing prophetic words while maintaining a balanced, Scripture-based approach to modern prophecy.

Join the LIVE Chat on Monday, May 19 at 4:00 p.m. CDT/UTC-5.

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Andrew Klavan: How Reading about Murder Led Me to Christ

What happens when a crime novelist steeped in atheism starts asking hard questions about good, evil, and the meaning of life? In this episode of Remnant Radio, Andrew Klavan—bestselling author, Daily Wire host, and former atheist—reveals how reading some of the darkest literature in Western history unexpectedly paved his road to Christ. From Dostoevsky’s Crime and Punishment to the disturbing philosophies of the Marquis de Sade, Klavan shares how the reality of evil pointed him toward objective moral truth—and ultimately, the beauty of the Gospel. This is not your typical testimony; it’s a mind-bending journey through murder, meaning, and redemption.

We also unpack Klavan’s latest book, The Kingdom of Cain: Finding God in the Literature of Darkness, where he argues that some of the most haunting stories in art and culture can become unlikely tools of grace. Can Christians engage deeply with stories of depravity without compromising their faith? Is modern Christian art too safe to be spiritually transformative? And why is beauty, even when born from evil, such a powerful witness to truth? This episode is a bold invitation to think more deeply about art, suffering, and the soul. Don’t miss it.

📖BOOK: The Kingdom of Cain: Finding God in the Literature of Darkness

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Is Your Church Becoming A Cult? 4 Red Flags You Can’t Ignore

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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS:

Have a theology question? Drop it here. While we can't guarantee we'll tackle every question, we'll dive into one or two each week. So, fire away and let's explore together!

Question from Doug in Utah: Is it ok to preach someone else’s sermon?

Y’all call out prophetic people for “cheating”, but is it “cheating” to use someone else’s sermon (transcript, notes, outline, etc) WITH PERMISSION (ie-legally acquired)?

It’s a popular thing these days for preachers to share their notes, series, creatives, outlines, and even transcripts for use by other pastors, and often attribution is not required for use.

Answer: It’s not illegal or inherently sinful to use someone else’s materials when permission is explicitly given and you’re sticking to the terms of that agreement. But I think the real question you’re asking is this: Is it ethically okay, especially for a pastor or teacher, to present someone else’s material, word-for-word, as if it’s their own original work?

James 3:1 tells us, “Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we will be judged with greater strictness.” Pastors and teachers are held to a higher standard. We have a responsibility to handle the Word of God with integrity and to be honest in our presentation.

Now, there’s a long-standing and perfectly acceptable practice of drawing from other materials, gleaning insights from other theologians, and incorporating those ideas into your own message.

But here’s where we draw the line: We’d advise against taking someone else’s sermon, word-for-word, and presenting it as your own. Even if they give you permission, it just doesn’t sit right. It feels…disingenuous.

Why? Because preaching isn’t just about delivering information; it’s about sharing what God has personally revealed to you through prayer, study, and experience. It’s about sharing your heart, your passion, and your unique perspective.

We believe it’s best to strive for the ideal: to attribute sources whenever possible. Give credit where credit is due. Be transparent about where your ideas are coming from. It shows humility, integrity, and respect for the work of others.

Now, practically speaking, we get it. Pastors are busy! Sometimes you need a little help. But even then, we’d encourage you to adapt the material, make it your own, and let it flow through your own voice and style.

Ultimately, we believe that God wants us to be authentic and genuine in our ministry. He wants us to share what He has given us, not just regurgitate what someone else has said.

So, while it might not be “cheating” in the strictest sense of the word, we’d encourage pastors to aim higher. Always strive for integrity, transparency, and authenticity.

SHOWS LAST WEEK:

If you missed joining the Live Chat, you can still catch the episodes:

Political Forecasting or TRUE Prophecy? 2025 Prophecy Review: Perry Stone, & Julie Green

Is it prophecy, political forecasting or wishful thinking? How do we separate divine revelation from educated guessing? We’re examining and testing national prophetic words given for 2025.

In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller & Michael Rowntree lead a biblical analysis of national prophetic declarations for 2025 from Perry Stone and Julie Green.

As we review their specific prophecies for 2025, we'll discuss: • Distinguishing divine prophecy from political guestimates • The use of “prophetic tools” such as Hebrew calendar, Hebrew alphabet and biblical numerology • Testing modern prophetic words biblically • Maintaining prophetic accountability • Charismatic discernment in modern times

Whether you’re charismatic, skeptical, or simply seeking biblical wisdom about testing prophecy, this episode provides essential insights for navigating today’s prophetic landscape. Join us as we hold fast to what is good while testing everything (1 Thess 5:21).

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Before Genesis: The Eternal Covenant That Shapes Everything

What if the Bible’s story didn’t start in Genesis, but in eternity past? Discover the eternal covenant between Father and Son that shapes all of Scripture and salvation history.

In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis sits down with Dr. Ryan McGraw, professor of systematic theology at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, to unpack the powerful doctrine of Covenant Theology.

But this isn’t just about ancient agreements—it’s about the eternal plan of salvation crafted before time began. Dr. McGraw lays out the “covenant of redemption,” the intra-Trinitarian agreement between the Father and the Son to redeem a people through the perfect obedience and atoning death of Christ. This covenant provides the foundation for everything that unfolds in redemptive history—from Adam’s failure under the covenant of works, to the unfolding covenant of grace that culminates in Christ and continues through the Church.

Together, they trace the storyline of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation, showing how the theme of covenant brings coherence and clarity to God’s dealings with His people. You’ll hear how the law reveals not just commands, but the very character of God; how the gospel is embedded even in the earliest pages of the Old Testament; and how the biblical distinction between the seed of the woman and the seed of the serpent runs throughout all redemptive history. Whether you’re new to covenant theology or looking to deepen your theological roots, this episode will help you see that the Bible is not a disjointed anthology—but a breathtaking, unified narrative of God’s eternal purpose in Christ.

📖BOOK: What Is Covenant Theology?: Tracing God's Promises through the Son, the Seed, and the Sacraments

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