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  1. 1d ago

    The Great Falling Away of Islam - Ep. 923 - June 11, 2026

    Islam is losing ground in Iran, and Christianity is spreading through house churches, dreams, visions, and secret believers. In this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, the conversation moves from a light sponsor joke about "Globe" to a serious look at revival, persecution, and Bible prophecy. The hosts discuss recent reports that thousands of mosques have closed in Iran, while more Iranians are coming to Christ. They also talk about the role of pressure, fear, and state control, and why the gospel often grows where believers suffer most. Jeremiah 49 is brought into the discussion as they connect current events in Iran with prophetic passages about Elam, modern-day Iran. The episode also tackles a bigger question, how should Christians respond when persecution rises and the world seems unstable? The discussion points to prayer, desperation, and the power of God to move where preaching is blocked. Personal stories, news analysis, and biblical insight all come together in a fast-moving exchange that is both serious and surprisingly funny. If you follow Bible prophecy, Middle East news, Iran, revival, or Christian commentary, this episode gives you plenty to think about. It also raises a hard truth, the spiritual battle is not waiting on the headlines. It is already underway. Watch as Jeff and Allan talk through the news, the prophecy, and what may be happening behind the scenes in Iran right now. #BibleProphecy #Iran #Revival #ChristianNews #TheSmithAndRowlandShow

    29 min
  2. 5d ago

    Alan Smith: Finding The Resurrected Jesus - Ep. 921 - June 9, 2026

    Alan Smith asks a question that sits at the heart of Easter faith: have you found the risen Jesus, or do you only know the Easter story? In this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, Alan Smith looks at the resurrection of Jesus Christ through Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, and 1 Corinthians 15. He shows why the empty tomb matters, why the witnesses matter, and why the risen Christ is still speaking today. This is a clear, Scripture-focused message about the life and power of the resurrection, not just the holiday. Alan walks through the first resurrection morning, the women at the tomb, the angel's message, the guards' cover-up, Mary Magdalene's grief, the road to Emmaus, Thomas in the locked room, and Paul's account of the many witnesses who saw Jesus alive. Along the way, he points to a simple but serious truth, familiarity with Scripture is not the same as receiving what God is saying right now. He also connects resurrection faith with daily life. Words matter. Forgiveness matters. A heart that keeps reaching for old wounds can miss the voice of Christ. If Jesus is alive, then His presence, His word, and His call to believe still matter today. This message is a strong reminder that the resurrection is the center of the Christian faith. Christ died for our sins, He was buried, He rose again the third day, and He was seen. That is the gospel Paul preached, and it still stands. Watch this episode if you want a grounded, Bible-based look at the resurrection and a fresh call to hear Jesus by name. #TheSmithAndRowlandShow #AlanSmith #ResurrectionSunday #EasterMessage #JesusIsAlive

    17 min
  3. Jun 8

    Jeff Rowland: Why Is The Thessalonica Church So Shaken? - Ep. 918 - June 4, 2026

    Jeff Rowland walks through 2 Thessalonians with one clear focus, why a young church got shaken so fast. In this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, we look at Paul's letter to the Thessalonians and trace the fear, pressure, and false message that caused real confusion. The teaching follows the passage step by step, using Acts 17 and both Thessalonian letters to show the setting, the urgency, and the difference between the rapture and the day of the Lord. Jeff makes a strong case for reading prophecy with context, not panic. He contrasts street-level reading with a wider view of Scripture, then shows how Paul taught new believers about Christ's return, the gathering of the saints, and the coming day of the Lord. That wider view matters, because a forged word, a false report, or a half-read verse can shake believers who are already under pressure. This message is practical for anyone who wants to understand 1 and 2 Thessalonians, end-times teaching, and how to keep a steady mind when fear rises. It also gives a clear reminder that Scripture interprets Scripture, and that the whole counsel of God gives believers the frame they need. If you want a careful, Bible-based look at Thessalonica, prophecy, persecution, and the hope of Christ's return, this conversation is for you. Watch, listen, and hold onto the context. #TheSmithAndRowlandShow #JeffRowland #Thessalonians #BibleTeaching #EndTimesTeaching

    18 min
  4. Jun 5

    Rightly Dividing The Word of Truth: John Darby - Ep. 917 - June 3, 2026

    John Darby, the rapture, and why the Bible still settles the debate. On this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, the разговор turns to John Nelson Darby, Edward Irving, the Plymouth Brethren, and the long-running fight over dispensationalism, the pre-tribulation rapture, and replacement theology. The conversation gets straight to the point. Darby did not invent the rapture. Paul taught the Thessalonians about it right out of the gate, and the guys walk through why 1 Thessalonians 4 and 5 matter so much. They also compare Paul's teaching to Peter's message in Acts, and explain why the rapture and the second coming are not the same event. Along the way, they talk about fellowship, doctrine, and how far believers can disagree while still walking together. They also push back on the habit of turning church history into a simple story with one villain. Darby, Irving, Scofield, the Plymouth Brethren, and the old debates about word and spirit all get a fair look. If you want a real conversation about Bible doctrine, church history, pre-tribulation rapture teaching, dispensationalism, and the difference between Peter's message to Israel and Paul's message to the church, this one is for you. This episode also touches on:  * the origin of the Plymouth Brethren  * the role of John Nelson Darby  * Edward Irving and the spirit vs. word discussion  * how Christians should handle doctrinal differences  * why replacement theology is rejected here Watch through and think it through from the text of Scripture, not just the headlines people repeat about it. #TheSmithAndRowlandShow #JohnDarby #Rapture #Dispensationalism #BibleDoctrine

    31 min
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Join Alan and Jeff as they talk through today‘s news and issues bringing a current Biblical perspective!