On the Tin Foil Hat Podcast, Kyle and Ben dive deep into end times prophecy with author and screenwriter Brian Godawa, exploring the controversial perspectives of Preterism, the destruction of the Temple in AD 70, and its implications for modern biblical interpretation.
We discuss:
Preterism and eschatology
Matthew 24
The Generation
Coming of the Son of Man
Symbolism in Bible prophecy
Judgment language in prophecy
Gathering of the Elect
The dating of Revelation
The temple in prophecy
These guys are open-minded and thoughtful questioners.
While only a small portion of the site has been excavated, the clues point to one solid conclusion: It was meant as a point of contact with the gods.
Our usual Iron and Myth crew is joined by special guest Dr. Aaron Judkins (aaronjudkins.com, aaronjudkins.substack.com), co-author with Dr. Judd Burton (burtonbeyond.net) of the best-selling book Decoding Göbekli Tepe: Biblical Anatolia and the Watchers (https://amzn.to/4hcbvyX).
Rounding out the discussion are Doug Van Dorn (douglasvandorn.com), author, pastor of the Reformed Baptist Church of Northern Colorado in Boulder and host of the Giant Steps podcast, and Brian Godawa (godawa.com), best-selling author and award-winning screenwriter, whose new novels Judah Maccabee, Part 1: Abomination of Desolation and Judah Maccabee, Part 2: Against the Gods of Greece will be the topic of next month’s Iron and Myth.
Our conversation digs into the significance of Göbekli Tepe, exploring its classification as the world’s oldest temple and the cultural implications of its construction.
The discussion highlights the mysterious influences that may have contributed to the site’s creation, including supernatural elements and connections to biblical narratives.
Recent discoveries at Göbekli Tepe, including evidence of habitation and the symbolism of the vulture stone, are examined, alongside the ongoing research and future excavations that may further illuminate this ancient site. Judd and Aaron explore the historical and spiritual significance of Göbekli Tepe, discussing its connections to biblical narratives, the influence of supernatural entities known as the Watchers, and the site’s implications for understanding ancient burial practices and archaeoastronomy.
Finally, they share the links between Göbekli Tepe and the first humans, Adam and Eve, emphasizing the site’s role in the broader context of ancient history and its relevance to modern biblical studies.
In this conversation, Jenny Mire welcomes award winning author Brian Godawa to the show.
Brian dives into the story of Judah Maccabee and the Maccabean revolt, exploring the historical context, the significance of the Apocrypha, and the prophecies in the Book of Daniel.
Brian discusses how these elements intertwine to provide a deeper understanding of Jewish history and its implications for Christian faith.
Brian Godawa joins The Ryan Files to uncover the supernatural war hidden in history!
From Genesis 6 to the Watchers, Nephilim, and Fallen Angels, Brian breaks down how cosmic forces have shaped humanity’s destiny for millennia. Are ancient gods and divine wars still influencing the modern world?
In the Ancient Near East, the dead never really went away. And if you didn’t care for them properly, they could make your life hell.
With us to discuss the cult of the dead in the lands around ancient Israel is our Iron and Myth crew: Hosted by Derek Gilbert (DerekPGilbert.com), author of The Gates of Hell; Dr. Judd Burton (www.BurtonBeyond.net), author of Interview with the Giant; Doug Van Dorn (www.douglasvandorn.com), author of Giants: Sons of the Gods; and Brian Godawa (www.Godawa.com), best-selling author of the theological thriller Cruel Logic, and a new novel based on the period of the Maccabees in Judea.
We explore the cult of the dead in ancient Israel, examining its practices, rituals, and the influence of ancestor worship.
The discussion delves into archaeological findings, biblical references, and comparative analysis with other cultures, particularly focusing on the Rephaim and the significance of rituals like the Marzeah feast.
The pervasive nature of these beliefs and practices in ancient societies is evident in biblical references to the Rephaim and the cult of the dead, and we discuss how these concepts have influenced modern spiritual practices.
We also discuss how Jesus’ ministry and the Last Supper serve were spiritual warfare against the cult of the dead, drawing parallels to contemporary practices that echo these ancient beliefs.
In this episode of Bible Over Brews, the hosts and guest Brian Godawa delved into the themes of God’s silence during the intertestamental period, the significance of the Apocrypha, and the role of the Septuagint in understanding scripture.
They explore the Maccabean revolt, the spiritual warfare between heavenly and earthly powers, and the character development in Godawa’s new novel, Judah Maccabee.
The conversation emphasizes the importance of narrative theology and the intersection of faith and history.
Brian Godawa discusses the interplay between imagery, storytelling and cultural narratives, emphasizing how these elements can convey truths within different contexts.
He explores the relationship between paganism and Christianity in storytelling, the role of superheroes as modern deities, and the ideological shifts in media influenced by DEI.
Godawa also delves into the significance of historical context in storytelling, the impact of nihilism on narratives and the creative boundaries that shape his writing.
Throughout the discussion, he highlights the importance of engaging worlds and the theological implications of his work, particularly regarding the Watchers in his novels.