Episode 536 - What Went Wrong with the Kingdom of Judah

What went wrong with the Kingdom of Judah? In Jeremiah 2, God exposes a profound failure of spiritual leadership. Priests, prophets, and rulers knew the Scriptures but failed to truly know God. Their spiritual blindness led the nation into apostasy and judgment. In this episode, Steve Wood explores the dangers of religious knowledge without a living relationship with God, the warning of Jesus about the blind leading the blind, and what Jeremiah’s message means for spiritual leaders and Christians today. Discover the promise of shepherds after God’s own heart and the New Covenant promise that all God’s people can truly know Him. Listen now and discover why knowing God is at the heart of authentic faith and faithful leadership. For more resources, visit us online at www.BibleforCatholics.com.  

In Jeremiah 2, God reminds Judah of their early devotion before prosperity led them to forget Him. Steve Wood explores the warning of Deuteronomy 8 and its relevance to America today: how blessings can lead to pride, idolatry, and the loss of our first love for God. Discover why Jeremiah’s message still matters. For more resources, visit us at www.BibleforCathoilcs.com.  

What does it mean that “the word of the Lord came to Jeremiah”? Steve Wood explores Jeremiah’s fire-filled words, the power of Scripture, and the connection between Jeremiah’s time of apostasy and our own. Discover how prayerful, consistent Bible reading can set our hearts on fire and transform our lives. Get the free Jeremiah handout mentioned in this episode at www.BibleforCatholics.com.  

The Prophet Known by God: Before He Was Conceived | Jeremiah 1 Before Jeremiah was formed in the womb, God knew him, consecrated him, and appointed him for a difficult prophetic mission. In this episode, Steve Wood explores Jeremiah’s surprising call as a young man, the biblical teaching of predestination, and what Jeremiah’s calling reveals about God’s purpose for each of us. Why did God call Jeremiah so young—and does the Church today make room for young people to answer God’s call to serious service? Listen now to Episode 533 and continue the new series on the Book of Jeremiah! For more resources, visit us online at www.BibleforCatholics.com.  

A new series on the book of Jeremiah begins with this powerful look at the consequences of losing - and rediscovering - the Word of God. In Jeremiah 1, and 2 Kings Chapter 22, Steve Wood examines the story of King Josiah, who rediscovered the Book of the Law and responded with repentance. Why has Steve chosen Jeremiah for this new prophetic Bible study? Because Jeremiah’s warnings about spiritual decline, judgment, and the neglect of Scripture carry a striking relevance for the Church and our culture today. Listen now to begin this new journey through the book of Jeremiah. For more resources, visit www.BibleforCatholics.com.  

In this episode, Steve Wood concludes his series on the Book of Revelation, exploring its central theme: the establishment of God’s Kingdom throughout the earth and the judgment of the evil kingdoms of this world. Steve also recommends the best commentary on Revelation to accompany this study and help you dig deeper into the book. For study guides and more resources from this series, visit www.BibleforCatholics.com.  

Why does Jesus say, "I am coming soon" in Revelation 22 when nearly 2,000 years have passed? In this final episode of our Revelation series, Steve Wood examines what the Bible teaches about the Second Coming of Christ, the last days, and God's perfect timing. Discover how Revelation, 2 Peter, and Jesus' own words answer one of the most common questions about biblical prophecy and why Christians are called to live ready for Christ's return. Listen now for this powerful conclusion to our study of the Book of Revelation. Visit us online at www.BibleforCatholics.com.  

In this episode of Luke21, Steve Wood explores the biblical vision of Greater Israel by connecting Ezekiel 47–48, Revelation 21–22, and Romans 4:13. Rather than pointing to modern territorial expansion, Scripture reveals that God's covenant promises to Abraham find their ultimate fulfillment in the new heavens and new earth, where the River of Life brings healing to all nations and God's Kingdom extends worldwide. Listen now to discover why Revelation is the key to understanding Ezekiel's prophecy, how the promises to Abraham culminate in a global inheritance, and why this biblical perspective reshapes today's debates about Israel, prophecy, and the end times. Download the free Ezekiel & Revelation today!

What if the River of Life in Revelation 22 isn't just a promise for eternity—but a reality God wants you to experience today? In this episode of Luke 21, Steve Wood explores the breathtaking vision of the River of Life flowing from God's throne and reveals how it fulfills the prophecies of Ezekiel 47 and Zechariah 14. Discover the biblical pattern of paradise lost and paradise restored, and learn the powerful "already/not yet" key that unlocks this prophetic passage. Steve also explains Jesus' dramatic invitation in John 7: "If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink." Through the gift of the Holy Spirit, believers can begin experiencing the life-giving river of God's grace right now—not just in the age to come. In a spiritually dry culture where countless young Catholics are leaving the faith, this episode offers a hopeful reminder: the answer isn't another program, but a deeper encounter with the Holy Spirit. Also in this episode: Steve's new book, Transforming Grace, is available for a donation of any amount through August 15 at RescuingYoungCatholics.com before its release on Amazon. Listen now and discover how God invites you to move from an ankle-deep faith into the overflowing River of Life.

Will a Third Temple be built before the return of Christ? Many Christians assume the answer is yes—but does Scripture actually teach that? In this episode of Luke 21, Steve Wood examines 2 Thessalonians 2 alongside Revelation 21, explores what the Early Church Fathers believed, and contrasts those views with the teachings of St. Augustine and modern biblical scholarship. Is the greatest end-times deception tied to a rebuilt temple in Jerusalem, or is the real danger much closer to home? Don't miss this thought-provoking study on biblical prophecy, the Antichrist, and the Church. Listen now. For more resources, visit us online at www.BibleforCatholics.com.