A Knock at Midnight

Darin + Monica Ministries
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A Knock At Midnight is a Bible teaching podcast with Darin and Monica Strong. Jesus said, “At midnight the cry rang out…” The call wasn’t simply to know about God. It was a call to wake up, be ready, and keep your lamp burning. Each episode releases at midnight as a reminder that every generation needs people who are awake to the voice of God. Together, we’ll open the Scriptures, read them in context, uncover what they’re actually saying, and explore how to live them in everyday life. Within our homes, marriages, families, work, and communities. The knock has come. Will you answer?

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Why Scripture Can Be Used to Justify Sin

    The Bible can be used to expose your sin or to excuse it. Darin and Monica unpack why Jesus’ wilderness temptation in Matthew 4 is not just a story about the devil, but a warning for anyone trying to discern truth in a world where Scripture itself is often used to manipulate, justify, and mislead. Darin and Monica share the personal journey that shaped their ministry, including the uncomfortable realization that God was calling them away from comfort, people-pleasing, and human approval - and into a life led by the Spirit. They talk honestly about what it means to be “sent,” why harvest season comes with separation, and how easy it is to mistake religious activity for genuine obedience. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why the devil quoting Scripture is one of the most dangerous deceptions in the BibleHow to tell whether a leader is truly sent by God or simply building a Christian careerWhat Jesus’ response in Matthew 4 teaches about boundaries, discernment, and spiritual warfareWhy repentance means turning around, not just feeling sorryHow Galatians 5 exposes the difference between the works of the flesh and the fruit of the Spirit Darin and Monica challenge listeners to examine where money, comfort, reputation, and people - pleasing may have taken the place of full surrender to God. If you’ve ever wondered why some sermons leave you unchanged, why conviction feels rare, or why your faith feels stuck in the same cycle, this episode goes straight to the heart of the issue. Support the Ministry Join our Email List Connect with Darin and Monica Timestamps 00:00 — The ministry’s mission and why the online field matters 01:10 — Why they believe God sent them online 03:57 — Ten years of following Jesus 05:20 — Harvest season and being sent 07:30 — Why profession does not equal calling 09:26 — Discernment through constant practice in the Word 11:48 — Why Matthew 4 matters 14:12 — Jesus in the wilderness and hard obedience 16:37 — The devil quotes Scripture 17:36 — How Scripture can be used manipulatively 21:21 — Ministry, money, and the pressure of a paycheck 23:30 — Preaching for money versus preaching truth 25:42 — The danger of quoting half-verses 29:07 — Harvest season, weeds, and separation 30:36 — The Word of God as a surgical tool 33:24 — Loving people more than God 35:20 — How Scripture can justify sin 36:39 — Scripture misuse and selective obedience 39:39 — Why spiritual boundaries matter 41:23 — Jesus’ first message: repent 42:18 — What repentance actually means 45:38 — The Word exposes the heart 49:48 — Money, mammon, and who people serve 52:13 — Learning to obey God instead of the budget 54:54 — Getting people back into the Word 56:59 — Galatians 5 and true freedom 58:55 — The works of the flesh versus the fruit of the Spirit 62:21 — Love, joy, peace, patience, and self-control 64:08 — Conviction around food, media, and consumption 66:31 — A warning about unrepentant living 69:09 — Asking God for a new heart

  2. 4d ago

    How We Went From Religious Routine to Real Transformation

    You can know the Bible for years and still be spiritually asleep. Darin and Monica open the door to a wake-up call for Christians who have grown familiar with faith but never truly let the Word expose, convict, and transform them. Their conversation begins with the urgency of Matthew 25 and the warning of the wise and foolish virgins, then moves into their own story of growing up religious, serving in church, and realizing at 30 that familiarity with Scripture is not the same as intimacy with Jesus. What changed everything was not more information, but surrender, humility, and the willingness to let God tear down what they thought they already knew. In this episode, Darin and Monica discuss: Why knowing the Bible can still leave you spiritually dullHow Hebrews 4 and Hebrews 5 reveal the difference between milk and solid foodWhat it means to go through a personal Gethsemane and die to selfWhy the Word of God is not merely a lecture, but a living force that exposes hidden thingsHow freedom in Christ is often the opposite of what human logic calls freedom They also share the practical shifts that followed their wake-up call: clearing out old influences, approaching Scripture with childlike humility, and learning to hear God’s voice in a way that changed their marriage, leadership, and entire way of life. This episode is for anyone who suspects they’ve been living on autopilot—especially those who grew up in church, know the verses, and still feel something is missing. If you’re ready for a deeper, harder, and more honest encounter with the Word of God, this conversation will challenge you to open your Bible, ask God to search your heart, and wake up. Perfect for believers who want more than religious routine and are ready for real transformation. Support the Ministry Join our Email List Connect with Darin and Monica

  3. 5d ago

    How Disconnection From God Changes How You See Creation

    If you’ve been sensing that something is off spiritually, culturally, or in your home, this conversation will hit hard. Darin and Monica read through Matthew 25 and Joel 2 and land on one of Scripture’s most urgent calls: “Return to Me with all your heart.” From there, the episode unpacks what it means to tear your heart, not your garments, why outward religion is not enough, and how God’s mercy, patience, and relenting over disaster reveal both urgency and hope. The episode also opens into a powerful reflection on the land, regenerative living, and how disconnecting from the Creator leads to disconnecting from creation. Darin and Monica share personal stories of leaving behind city-centered systems, encountering permaculture, and learning that God often restores not just people, but entire ways of seeing. At the heart of it all is a warning and an invitation: if a people claim God but live as if He is absent, they drift toward reproach. But if they repent, return, and humble themselves, there is still time for blessing, restoration, and renewed purpose. Repentance, stewardship, and spiritual awakening are bigger than private belief - they shape families, communities, and nations. Thank you for joining us on another episode of A Knock at Midnight. Support the Ministry Join our Email List Connect with Darin and Monica

  4. 6d ago

    A Knock at Midnight

    The advice Jesus gave about being ready is not just about the end times. It is a wake-up call for anyone who says they are waiting, but may be running out of oil. Darin and Monica launch A Knock at Midnight with a raw, Scripture-rich conversation about spiritual maturity, the refining fire of God, and why the church cannot keep tearing down what generations have already built. If you have ever felt convicted or hungry for a deeper walk with Jesus, this conversation will hit home. Darin and Monica break down 1 Corinthians 3 and Matthew 25 to show why wisdom in the kingdom looks nothing like wisdom by the world’s standards. You will hear them unpack the difference between milk and meat, the foundation already laid in Christ, and the sobering warning of the ten bridesmaids, five wise and five foolish, who all waited - but only some were prepared.

    A Knock at Midnight
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A Knock At Midnight is a Bible teaching podcast with Darin and Monica Strong. Jesus said, “At midnight the cry rang out…” The call wasn’t simply to know about God. It was a call to wake up, be ready, and keep your lamp burning. Each episode releases at midnight as a reminder that every generation needs people who are awake to the voice of God. Together, we’ll open the Scriptures, read them in context, uncover what they’re actually saying, and explore how to live them in everyday life. Within our homes, marriages, families, work, and communities. The knock has come. Will you answer?

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  • Creator
    Darin + Monica Ministries
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Darin + Monica Ministries
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    A Knock at Midnight