The Portable Pastor Podcast

The Portable Pastor Podcast

Applying ancient Biblical truth to today's challenges and discovering that God is pro-you in the process!

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October 7, 2025 35 mins

The seven seal judgments in Revelation are no joke. From pet attacks to slashing murderers, to disappearing islands, it is hard to hear the truth about the first part of God's judgment in the book of Revelation. It would be best to be saved from the wrath of God before the rapture. 

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Romans 8:28, Eph. 5:26-27, Phil. 1:6

I heard a reporter say the theories around Charlie Kirk's death are insane. You have to admit, they are a little incredible and wild, but I wouldn't say they are insane. Most of them are improbable, but not stuck in the realm of the impossible. And for the church, in light of end-times prophecies that we have been studying, there is one touted theory of this murder that is havin...

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September 21, 2025 28 mins

The First, Post-Rapture Worship Service

Rev. 4:1-5:14

 John noticed about the event that:

  1. There were a lot of worshippers at the worship event (4:2-7)
  2. The entire worship event continued day and night (4:8)
  3. They spoke worshipful sayings (4:9-11)
  4. There was a scroll (5:1-5)
  5. Jesus took his rightful place (5:6-10)
  6. All of the worship attendees participated (5:11-14)
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September 14, 2025 28 mins

Up, Up and Away

Revelation 3:10

Four theories concerning the timing of the Rapture. 

  1. Pre-tribulation 
  2. Mid-tribulation 
  3. Pre-wrath 
  4. Post-tribulation 

 Top 10 Reasons to Believe in a Pre-Tribulation Rapture:

  1. There is no Tribulation instruction for the church. – Rev. 6-18
  2. Wrath is not assigned to the church. – 1 Thess. 5:9
  3. We are looking for the return of Christ. – Titus 2:11-13; 2 Thess. 2:1-2
  4. The Holy Spirit will stop restraining e...
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The Seven Churches of Revelation 2-3

Ephesus (Rev. 2:1-7)

  1. Compliment – You work hard, endure persecution, call out false teachers, and disagree with the Nicolaitans who promote Gnosticism. (2, 3, 6)
  2. Complaint – Your love for God and others has taken a back seat to doctrinal purity. (4)
  3. Warning – Repent or lose your opportunity to be a lampstand. (5)
  4. Promise – Those showing love while doing this purifying work will be rewarded with e...
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August 24, 2025 27 mins

Seeing Jesus

Revelation 1:9-19

 Notice that:

  1. John was one of us. (9)
  2. John was given a task while worshipping. (10)
  3. John mentioned seven churches. (11)

 Jesus:

  1. Was in the center of seven lampstands. (12)
  2. Appeared human. (13)
  3. Wore a long robe and golden sash. (13)
  4. Had white hair and flaming eyes. (14)
  5. Had feet that looked like bronze. (15)
  6. Had a voice louder than the ocean. (15)
  7. Was holding seven stars. (16)
  8. Used words that cut like a...
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August 17, 2025 25 mins

This Prophecy is For Real!

Revelation 1:1-12

 Four approaches to interpreting the book of Revelation.

  1. Preterist approach 
  2. Historicist approach
  3. Idealist approach 
  4. Futurist approach

 Notice the prophecy.

  1. The prophecy is God's. (1)
  2. The prophecy is for the servants of Jesus. (1)
  3. The prophecy tells of what will happen. (1)
  4. The prophecy was communicated to us by John. (1-2)
  5. The prophecy intends blessing. (3)

 Notice the initial...

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August 10, 2025 32 mins

End times prophecy can be scary and confusing. It's unnerving to consider the social, physical, and spiritual turmoil that will occur during that time. It is also uncomfortable for most churches and Christians to discuss spirit realm events and beings. However, we cannot understand the end times prophecies without getting into the uncomfortable and often ignored passages of the Bible.  This podcast episode is the introductory ...

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June 15, 2025 27 mins

The Godly Man – His Protection

1 Timothy 6:1-2; 20-21

 Show honor to those in authority:

  1. To all authorities (1)
    1. To protect the reputation of God
    2. To protect the teaching of the scriptures
  2. To Christian authorities (2), 
    1. To protect the benefit of the fellow Christian.
    2. To protect your relationship with them.

Guard God’s deposit.   

  1. Protect the truth. (20)
  2. Protect conversations. (20)
  3. Protect the Kingdom (21)

 The ...

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June 8, 2025 27 mins

The Godly Man – His Provisions

1 Timothy 6:17-19

 The Conviction of the Godly Rich:

  1. Be humble. (17)
  2. Trust God for provisions. (17)

 The Instruction to the Godly Rich: 

  1. Do good things with your wealth. (18)
  2. Convert wealth to work. (18)
  3. Share your wealth. (18)

 The Compensation for the Godly Rich:

  1. Heavenly savings (19)
  2. A secure fund (19)
  3. An eternal retirement (19)

 Application for the Godly Man:

  1. Prioritize God’s plan...
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June 1, 2025 24 mins

The Godly Man – His Promise

1 Tim. 6:12-16

 Paul felt the need to remind Timothy to:

  1. Fight for faith (12)
  2. Live with eternity in mind (12)
  3. Remember your call and promise (13)

 Keep your promises because Jesus:

  1. Will come again when the Father sends Him. (15)
  2. Has the highest authority. (15)
  3. Will assign immortality (16)
  4. Knows the truth (16)
  5. Limits who will see Him (16)
  6. Will be honored (16)
  7. Will be in charge forever (16)

 The applic...

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May 25, 2025 21 mins

The Godly Man – His Pursuits

1 Timothy 6:3-11

 Flee these things.  

  1. Contradictory doctrine and ungodly instruction: (3)
  2. The trap of wealth (9-10)

Pursue these things: (11)

  1. Righteousness 
  2. Godliness 
  3. Faith 
  4. Love 
  5. Steadfastness 
  6. Gentleness 

 The outcome of pursuing the right things: (6-8)

  1. Godliness 
  2. Contentment 

 Application for the Godly man:

  1. Evaluate what you are pursuing.
  2. Enjoy contentment.

 The application for ev...

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May 18, 2025 25 mins

Be On Guard

1 Timothy 4

  1. Guard your faith (1-5)
  2. Guard your interests (7-10)
  3. Guard your reputation (12-15)
  4. Guard your friends (6, 11, 16)

To every young person listening, vow to the Lord to guard your doctrine, passion, reputation, and friends. Pray that the Holy Spirit will set your mind to this work. To every parent, grandparent, and guardian listening, vow to stand between your children and the world until they are old enough t...

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May 11, 2025 20 mins

The Godly Woman – Her Wisdom

Proverbs 31:10-31

  1. Her wisdom is beneficial. (18)
  2. Her wisdom is confident. (21, 25)
  3. Her wisdom is shareable. (26)
  4. Her wisdom is God-given. (30)

 The Takeaways for the godly woman:

  1. Be wise and confident with what God gives you. 
  2. Share your wisdom and faith.

Application for everyone else:

  1. Learn from the wisdom of godly women in your life. 
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April 30, 2025 26 mins

The Godly Woman: Her Work

Proverbs 31:10-31

 The work habits of a godly woman: 

  1. She is willing to work. (13)
  2. Her work is multifaceted.
  • She is an importer/exporter (14) 
  • She is a caterer (15)
  • She is an entrepreneur (16)
  • She works in textiles (19)
  • She runs a charitable organization (20)
  • She is an interior decorator (22)

     3.  She is not lazy. (27)

     4. She deserves rewards and praise. (31)

 Takeaways for the godly woman:

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April 24, 2025 21 mins

The Godly Woman: Her Worth

Proverbs 31:10-31

 Worth is the value of someone measured by:

  1. The high regard others assign to that person and/or 
  2. The presence of godly qualities in that person's life

She-has-worth bullet points:

  1. God calls her valuable. (10)
  2. She will save you money. (11)
  3. She will preserve your life. (12)
  4. She will be a source of strength to you. (17)
  5. She will elevate your reputation. (23)
  6. She is praiseworthy. (28)
  7. ...

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April 17, 2025 15 mins

The Plot Twist

Mark 16:1-7

 Notice some things about this plot twist. 

  1. It took three days. (1-2)
  2. It involved uncertain commitment. (3-4)
  3. It required several miracles. (5-6)
  4. It all hinged on a promise. (7)

The application: As the plot twist goes, so goes your salvation from your penalty of death.

  1. It has taken a while.
  2. It will take faith.
  3. It will take God's grace.
  4. It will take His promise.
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April 10, 2025 22 mins

The Abandonment

Mark 15:33-39

On Thursday Night, Jesus was:

  1. Abandoned by Judas (14:10-21)
  2. Abandoned by the Disciples (14:43-50)
  3. Abandoned by the Fringe Follower (14:51-52)

 On Friday Morning, Jesus was:

  1. Abandoned by Peter (14:66-72)
  2. Abandoned by His chosen nation (15:6-15)
  3. Abandoned by His Father (15:33-34)

Application: Should you experience total abandonment, will you stick to the plan?

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April 3, 2025 21 mins

The Meal

Mark 14:22-24

 Notice:

  1. The Planning
  2. The Presentation
  3. The Procurement
  4. The Precision  

 Application:

  1. Notice your exact placement in God’s plan.
  2. Take time to see what God is offering.
  3. Agree that Jesus is the determining factor of your destiny.
  4. Be thankful to be one of the many.
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March 27, 2025 20 mins

The Alignment

Mark 14:1-2; 10-11, ESV

 Points:

  1. The leaders were afraid.
  2. A follower got swayed. 
  3. A betrayer got paid.

 Main Point: People will align against Jesus. 

 Application:

  1. Be careful around faithless cowards.
  2. Be aware of tempting offers.
  3. Be more than a follower.
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