Meet Me In Eschatopia

John Wiertzema

Embark on this thrilling podcast journey with John Wiertzema, author of Settling the Rapture Debate, as he decodes the sacred blueprints of scripture, illuminating a path through today’s chaotic world. At the heart of our quest lies the elusive timing of the rapture—a subject cloaked in intrigue and often misunderstood. Shunning the allure of sensationalism, we don't chase fleeting headlines. Instead, we unlock the scriptures’ hidden depths, allowing their ancient wisdom to speak with electrifying clarity. Prepare for a riveting exploration that will spark profound reflection.

  1. 12/28/2025

    One Overlooked Verse Reveals the Correct Timing of the Rapture: Parousia and Day of Lord Connection

    In this in-depth Bible study, we dive into Apostle Paul's teachings in 1 Thessalonians 4 and 5 to uncover exactly when he believed the resurrection and rapture would occur. Discover how Paul ties these events to the Day of the Lord, drawing from Old Testament prophecies like Zephaniah and connecting them to key passages in Revelation (chapters 6, 11, 12, and 14). We explore Greek word studies, the midpoint of the seven-year tribulation, the onset of God's wrath, and symbolic cosmic signs representing the fall of spiritual powers. If you're looking into end-times timing, this video will clarify Paul's perspective straight from Scripture. What questions do you have about the end times? Drop them in the comments!Also, you will find many fresh insights from Settling the Rapture Debate (available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9cUj6Kx ). Perfect for Bible study on the day of the Lord, the timing of the rapture, and eschatological prophecy in general.Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3tbym4AHZDsVZU1u2jmQxOListen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-me-in-eschatopia/id1836803926Listen on Amazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/0a524658-316d-44c5-b3bf-dac4c9861594/meet-me-in-eschatopiaListen on iHeart Radiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-meet-me-in-eschatopia-291351993/?cmp=web_share&embed=trueListen on Goodpodshttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/meet-me-in-eschatopia-705127Listen on Pocket Castshttps://pca.st/maagkx4uFor a more in depth study into the chronology of Revelation, check out my book, Settling the Rapture Debate.https://a.co/d/9cUj6KxSupport This Channelhttps://johnwiertzema.com/support/

    57 min
  2. 12/04/2025

    Measuring The Temple: 42 Months Of Testing Before Inheritance

    In Revelation 11:1-2 John is given a rod like a staff and told to measure the temple, the altar, and the worshipers inside. In this video I explain exactly what this means for believers during the first half of Daniel's 70th week.If you're exploring the Book of Revelation and looking for biblical understanding of end-time prophecy, then you don't want to miss this episode. I take the time to explain the correct method of interpretation to use in identifying if this is referring to a literal temple or something else. Also, you will find many fresh insights from Settling the Rapture Debate (available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9cUj6Kx ). Perfect for Bible study on the day of the Lord, the timing of the rapture, and eschatological prophecy in general.Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3tbym4AHZDsVZU1u2jmQxOListen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-me-in-eschatopia/id1836803926Listen on Amazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/0a524658-316d-44c5-b3bf-dac4c9861594/meet-me-in-eschatopiaListen on iHeart Radiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-meet-me-in-eschatopia-291351993/?cmp=web_share&embed=trueListen on Goodpodshttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/meet-me-in-eschatopia-705127Listen on Pocket Castshttps://pca.st/maagkx4uFor a more in depth study into the chronology of Revelation, check out my book, Settling the Rapture Debate.https://a.co/d/9cUj6KxSupport This Channelhttps://johnwiertzema.com/support/

    17 min
  3. 11/13/2025

    The Black Horse Is Not Famine - It's Much Worse: The First Five Seals Of The Apocalypse

    I used to believe, like most still do, that the black horse and its rider holding the scales meant that famine and scarcity would come in the last days right before Jesus returns. But now I think the meaning of the 3rd seal and the black horse is not speaking of famine, it's way worse than that. Famine is mentioned as one of the four means used to kill people under the 4th seal and green horse, but the description of the scales, wheat, barely, and high price of the black horse do not represent famine, but rather, are meant to identify those who will be the ones being killed by famine, the sword, the pestilence, and the beasts of the earth.If you're exploring the Book of Revelation and looking for biblical understanding of end-time prophecy, then you don't want to miss this episode. I take the time to go through the details and the symbolism of the first five seals from a scriptural understanding of biblical imagery. Also, you will find many fresh insights from Settling the Rapture Debate (available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9cUj6Kx ). Perfect for Bible study on the day of the Lord, mark of the beast, and eschatological prophecy.Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3tbym4AHZDsVZU1u2jmQxOListen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-me-in-eschatopia/id1836803926Listen on Amazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/0a524658-316d-44c5-b3bf-dac4c9861594/meet-me-in-eschatopiaListen on iHeart Radiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-meet-me-in-eschatopia-291351993/?cmp=web_share&embed=trueListen on Goodpodshttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/meet-me-in-eschatopia-705127Listen on Pocket Castshttps://pca.st/maagkx4uFor a more in depth study into the chronology of Revelation, check out my book, Settling the Rapture Debate.https://a.co/d/9cUj6KxSupport This Channelhttps://johnwiertzema.com/support/

    26 min
  4. 11/13/2025

    Jesus Begins Separating Sheep and Goats at Midpoint

    What if the Second Coming doesn’t happen at the END of the 7 years — but right in the MIDDLE? In this powerful episode of the Midweek Rapture Podcast, we dive deep into Matthew 25 and show how Jesus begins separating the sheep from the goats at the midpoint of Daniel’s 70th Week — not the end.This isn’t just another end-times theory — it’s a biblical timeline that changes everything.✝️ Jesus appears in glory at the 6th Seal at Midpoint✝️ War in Heaven (Rev 12) Satan is cast down at Midpoint✝️ Babylon falls at Midpoint✝️ The rapture & resurrection happen at Midpoint✝️ Then begins a 3.5-year process of global separationJesus chose this metaphor for a reason.🐑 Sheep = Dependent on the Shepherd, follow His voice, submit in crisis🐐 Goats = Independent, rebellious, fight or flee from authorityThis episode connects Matthew 24, Revelation 6–12, Daniel 12, and Psalm 2 into one cohesive timeline.Check out my book, Settling the Rapture Debate. https://a.co/d/9cUj6KxSupport This Channelhttps://johnwiertzema.com/support/Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3tbym4AHZDsVZU1u2jmQxOListen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-me-in-eschatopia/id1836803926Listen on Amazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/0a524658-316d-44c5-b3bf-dac4c9861594/meet-me-in-eschatopiaListen on iHeart Radiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-meet-me-in-eschatopia-291351993/?cmp=web_share&embed=trueListen on Goodpodshttps://goodpods.com/podcasts/meet-me-in-eschatopia-705127Listen on Pocket Castshttps://pca.st/maagkx4u

    27 min
  5. 10/24/2025

    Three Angels Tell All and Reveal Time Of God's Judgment

    Dive deep into biblical eschatology with this episode of the Midweek Rapture Podcast! Host John Wiertzema guides you through Revelation 14:6-7 and connected scriptures (Isaiah 13, Revelation 6, Matthew 25) to reveal how the three angels' announcements pinpoint the timing of key end-times events. Discover why the "hour of His judgment" is good news, how Babylon's fall frees the nations, and the midweek connection to the sixth seal, rapture, and Jesus' appearing. This scriptural mosaic challenges traditional views and encourages thinking biblically about the Lord's return. If you're exploring pre-trib, mid-trib, or post-trib rapture debates, this episode ties it all together with fresh insights from Settling the Rapture Debate (available on Amazon). Perfect for Bible study on the day of the Lord, mark of the beast, and eschatological prophecy. Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3tbym4AHZDsVZU1u2jmQxO Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-me-in-eschatopia/id1836803926 Listen on Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/0a524658-316d-44c5-b3bf-dac4c9861594/meet-me-in-eschatopia Listen on iHeart Radio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-meet-me-in-eschatopia-291351993/?cmp=web_share&embed=true Listen on Goodpods https://goodpods.com/podcasts/meet-me-in-eschatopia-705127 Listen on Pocket Casts https://pca.st/maagkx4uFor a more in depth study into the chronology of Revelation, check out my book, Settling the Rapture Debate. https://a.co/d/9cUj6KxSupport This Channel https://johnwiertzema.com/support/

    24 min

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Embark on this thrilling podcast journey with John Wiertzema, author of Settling the Rapture Debate, as he decodes the sacred blueprints of scripture, illuminating a path through today’s chaotic world. At the heart of our quest lies the elusive timing of the rapture—a subject cloaked in intrigue and often misunderstood. Shunning the allure of sensationalism, we don't chase fleeting headlines. Instead, we unlock the scriptures’ hidden depths, allowing their ancient wisdom to speak with electrifying clarity. Prepare for a riveting exploration that will spark profound reflection.