Understanding the Times

Understanding the Times

A compelling look at current events, Bible Prophecy and apologetics with interviews of well-known authors and prominent leaders from around the world.

Episodes

August 29, 2025 26 mins
Is the Earth flat? Did America make it to the moon? Is there a global Cabal? Conspiracy theories are everywhere. Plus, why are evangelicals invested in theology but not eschatology? And why should we study Bible prophecy? Pastor Josh and Ken talk with Lee Brainard about many important issues including apologetics. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle welcome Pete Garcia. The world is crying out for peace and safety. Will it happen, or is more conflict coming? Pastor Josh and Ken talk with Pete Garcia, a combat veteran and aviator. What is next on God’s timeline of Biblical Eschatology? What’s behind the accusations that Trump is the Antichrist and why is this not possible? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/...
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August 15, 2025 26 mins
We are seeing a staggering rise in antisemitism worldwide, and Zionism is often misunderstood. Is this deception or a new level of understanding? Pastor Josh and Ken talk to Brett Meador, Pastor at Athey Creek Church, Portland, Oregon. What does the Bible teach? And why is it so important to have a consistent and literal hermeneutic at a time when deception and delusion cause such confusion? To support this ministry financially, v...
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August 8, 2025 26 mins
Are there global players behind the scenes pulling the strings? This week, Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle have a conversation with Catherine Austin Fitts. Immunity to the law, and exemption from taxes, suggest there are two groups of people. Satan’s deceptive scheme is in progress. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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August 1, 2025 26 mins
Have you fallen into the traps of New Thought or Progressive Christianity? This week, Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle have a conversation with Melissa Dougherty. She fell into the trap of the New Thought Movement. Now she is combating New Age, New Thought, and Progressive Christianity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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July 25, 2025 57 mins
Jan Markell talks to Michele Bachmann about events that are a warning to believers that should be concerning. Then Ken Mikle and Josh Schwartz host Jan Markell in a review of this program over 25 years. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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July 18, 2025 57 mins
Jan Markell talks to Michele Bachmann about rapidly-changing events and alignments that are threatening. They challenge outrageous statements recently made by Tucker Carlson at a Charlie Kirk event and remind people and presidents that one issue cannot be mishandled or a nation pays for it. Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle talk to Tyler Hamrick about the key role of being a watchman as outlined in Ezekiel 33. To support this mi...
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July 11, 2025 57 mins
Jan Markell interviews Kari Hoffmann whose son Landen survived a demonic attack against all odds. She relates a gripping yet uplifting account. Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle talk to David Tal. The key to understanding the times is Israel’s prophetic role playing out today. And what about those sleeper cells supposedly loose in America? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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July 4, 2025 57 mins
Jan Markell talks to White House correspondent Bill Koenig. Is America headed towards consequences for its policies? Hear the open letter to President Trump. Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle talk to apologist Frank Turek. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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June 27, 2025 57 mins
Jan Markell comments on stunning comments by Candace Owens, Tucker Carlson, and more. Jill Martin Rische shares how you can be a blessing to Israel. Ken Mikle talks to Mike Gendron, who offers helpful insights into how to reach your Catholic friends with the gospel. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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June 20, 2025 57 mins
Jan Markell talks to Brandon Holthaus. Wars, rumors of war, lawlessness, and violence tell us that it is later than its ever been before. Josh Schwartz, Ken Mikle and Mark Henry also emphasize that our world today has an expiration date and we are nearing it. We are simply running out of time, so redeem the time. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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June 13, 2025 57 mins
Jan Markell is a guest on Lamb Lion’s Christ in Prophecy, with Tim Moore and Nathan Jones. They look at prominent signs that remind us that we are seeing the day of the Rapture approaching. Ken Mikle and Josh Schwartz talk to former New Ager Jenn Nizza, who offers warnings of the darkness approaching to believers. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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Jan Markell concludes with Nathan Jones. Believers will administrate the Millennium while Jesus is the ruler. It is almost—but not quite—perfection. Brandon Holthaus is the guest of Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle. Why is America doing deals with the devil? You cannot negotiate with certain elements. Find Nathan Jones’ book in our online store. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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Jan Markell talks about the Millennium with Nathan Jones. Many say we are in the Millennium now, yet that period is the prelude to Heaven and close to perfect, with the curse lifted. Ken Mikle and Josh Schwartz discuss the supposed end-time revival with Tim Moore. Find Jones’ book on the Millennium in our online store. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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May 23, 2025 57 mins
Jan Markell talks to Mark Henry, asking if the end-time agenda is on hold due to President Trump? What about his proposed golden age? He is actually paving the way for significant end-time events to play out. Then our “down under” team shares great insights and encouragement. Guests include Mondo Gonzales and Billy Crone. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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Jan Markell talks to Jeff Kinley and Mark Henry about the new Pope, known to be a globalist like his predecessor. They discuss why they feel a Pope will be the second person of the Satanic trinity—the False Prophet. Josh Schwartz talks to Trevor Rubenstein. How could the next terror attack on America drive Jews to Israel? Find Kinley’s books in our online store. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com...
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May 9, 2025 57 mins
Jan Markell and Tom Hughes discuss current issues and outline seven things to come based on the Bible and current events. Josh Schwartz talks to Dr. Mark Hitchcock and conclude the world may never be the same. Find the book “Tracking Towards Tribulation” in our online store. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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Jan Markell concludes her 2-part series with Michele Bachmann. The hinge of history changed on October 7, 2023. The spirit of death and lawlessness was unleashed on the world at that time. Ken Mikle and Josh Schwartz talk to Alex Newman. There is a global deep state. In America, it is subversive and exists in all three-letter agencies including the CIA. How can Christians come against those plotting hidden deeds of darkness? To su...
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Jan Markell and Michele Bachmann talk about the loss of two globalists—Pope Francis and Klaus Schwab. Has the one-world agenda been affected? Who ran the Biden administration and can their deeds of darkness ever be defeated? Ken Mikle and Josh Schwartz talk to Lee Brainard. Where is America in Bible prophecy and could she be the Babylon referred to in the Bible? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com...
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April 18, 2025 57 mins
Jan Markell talks to Holly Pivec about Paula White, the N.A.R., the Seven Mountain Mandate, and more. Jan also talks to Josh Schwartz about an urgent upcoming event. Ken Mikle and Josh Schwartz discuss prophecy-related issues with Nathan Jones. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29
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