I am Matthew Podcast: Overcoming Past Mistakes with Spiritual Growth

Robert Howard
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The I Am Matthew Podcast builds a foundation of hope through biblical truth, prayer, and the gospel of Jesus Christ. Each episode explores Scripture—from practical Christian living to eternal promises—covering topics like faith, baptism, communion, God’s love, salvation, and the return of Christ. Join us as we walk verse by verse, strengthen our prayer life, and grow in hope rooted in God’s Word and the Revelation of Jesus Christ.

  1. 4d ago

    EP122 Hope in the Revelation: The Seventh Trumpet!

    The countdown is over. The final trumpet is about to sound, and it doesn't just signal another wave of judgment—it signals a hostile takeover. In this episode of our Revelation series, we finish out Revelation Chapter 11 and witness the blowing of the Seventh Trumpet. Throughout history, kingdoms have risen and fallen, but this is the moment heaven declares that the lease on planet Earth has expired. Satan’s time is up, and the rightful King is stepping forward to claim His throne. Using insights from the Enduring Word Commentary, we look at the incredible shift in atmosphere that happens when this trumpet sounds. There is no panic in heaven; there is absolute, explosive worship. The twenty-four elders fall on their faces because they know the mystery of God is finished, and the day of reckoning and reward has arrived. This verse-by-verse Bible study will remind you that no matter how chaotic our world looks right now, the final outcome has already been decided. This Christian podcast episode unpacks:➡️ The ultimate meaning of the Seventh Trumpet and why it changes everything➡️ The opening of God's temple in heaven and the flash of the Ark of His Covenant➡️ Why the return of Christ brings terror to the world but absolute joy to the believer➡️ The serious reality of God’s final judgment and the rewarding of His saints If you need a reminder that God is fully in control and that His kingdom wins in the end, this episode is exactly what you need to hear. Scripture Focus:Revelation 11:15–19 Support & Connect:🌐 Website: https://www.iammatthewministries.org💙 Donate on Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/IAmMatthewMinistries📧 Email: robert@iammatthewministries.org

    30 min

  2. Jun 10

    EP121 Hope in the Revelation: The Two Witnesses!

    How could the entire world simultaneously look at two bodies lying in a street in Jerusalem and celebrate their death? When John wrote the Book of Revelation 2,000 years ago, that concept was humanly impossible. Today, it’s just another Tuesday on the nightly news. In this episode of our Revelation series, we tackle Revelation Chapter 11 and dive deep into one of the most fascinating, debated passages in all of biblical prophecy: The Two Witnesses. We break down the undeniable proof that John was peering directly into the future. The text says the whole earth will see and rejoice over the death of these two prophets—a global event that could only happen in a world connected by television, satellite, and smartphones. This isn’t coincidence; it’s the supernatural accuracy of God's Word. Using insights from the Enduring Word Commentary, we also dive into the mystery of their identity. While popular opinion often points to Elijah and Moses, we lay out the biblical case for why the two witnesses are actually Elijah and Enoch—the only two men in history who never tasted death. This verse-by-verse Bible study will challenge you to look at the world around you with open eyes. This Christian podcast episode unpacks:➡️ The prophetic blueprint proving John saw our modern future➡️ The biblical case for Elijah and Enoch as the Two Witnesses➡️ The sudden, terrifying shift from global celebration to absolute fear when God breathes life back into them The signs are hiding in plain sight. If you've ever doubted the accuracy of prophecy, this episode will change the way you read Scripture. Scripture Focus:Revelation 11:1–14 Support & Connect:🌐 Website: https://www.iammatthewministries.org💙 Donate on Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/IAmMatthewMinistries📧 Email: robert@iammatthewministries.org

    31 min

  3. Jun 4

    EP120 Hope in the Revelation: The Mighty Angel and the Small Scroll!

    There is a moment in the middle of chaos when God tells you to pause, stand up, and consume His word—even when it hurts. In this episode of our Revelation series, we walk through Revelation Chapter 10. The trumpet judgments have been devastating, but before the final trumpet sounds, heaven pauses again. A mighty angel descends, wrapped in a cloud with a rainbow over his head, holding a little open scroll. Using insights from the Enduring Word Commentary, we dive deep into this verse-by-verse Bible study to look at the strange and powerful command given next: John is told to take the scroll and eat it. In his mouth, it tastes sweet as honey. But in his stomach, it turns bitter. This isn't just a bizarre vision; it’s a profound picture of the believer's call to understand biblical prophecy. God’s Word is sweet because it promises redemption, mercy, and the ultimate victory of Christ. But it is bitter because it demands total surrender and carries the heavy weight of judgment for a lost world. John couldn’t just observe the prophecy—he had to digest it. And then, he was told to go out and preach the gospel again. This Christian podcast episode forces us to look in the mirror and ask:➡️ Are we just skimming the surface of God's Word, or are we truly digesting it?➡️ Do we feel both the sweetness of our salvation and the bitter weight of a world heading toward judgment?➡️ Are we ready to speak truth, even when the message is hard to swallow? The delay is over. God is wrapping up His mystery, and He is still calling His church to stand up and speak. Scripture Focus:Revelation 10:1–11 Support & Connect:🌐 Website: https://www.iammatthewministries.org💙 Donate on Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/IAmMatthewMinistries📧 Email: robert@iammatthewministries.org

    26 min

  4. May 28

    EP119 Hope in the Revelation: The Fifth and Sixth Trumpets

    Do you feel like the world is spiraling out of control?When we read about the locusts of the abyss and the four angels of the Euphrates, it’s easy to be consumed by fear. But what if these judgments aren't just about destruction? What if they are a loud, final call of mercy? In this episode, we dive deep into Revelation Chapter 9. While the world focuses on the sting of the locusts and the magnitude of the loss, we are looking at the "Seal of God." We explore the profound truth that even in the midst of the Fifth and Sixth Trumpets, God’s elect are marked and spared. We serve a God who measures His judgments. Even when a third of mankind is lost, two-thirds remain—a testament to His lingering patience and His desire for the world to turn back to Him before the end. If you’ve felt like you are "too far gone," this episode is a reminder that God’s hand is still moving, His people are still protected, and His mercy is still available. In this episode, we cover: The Mark of Protection: Understanding who is spared from the "stings" of the abyss. The Math of Mercy: Why the "one-third" judgment is actually a sign of God's restraint. The Call to Repentance: Why the world remains hardened, and how we can stay softened. Connect & Support the MissionIf this message spoke to you, consider partnering with us to help reach the forgotten and rejected with the hope of Jesus Christ. 🌐 Website: https://www.iammatthewministries.org 💙 Donate on Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/IAmMatthewMinistries 📧 Email: robert@iammatthewministries.org “The Called. The Changed. The Commissioned.”

    18 min

  5. May 21

    EP118 Hope in the Revelation: The Silence before the Storm

    In this episode of our Revelation series, we step into Revelation 8, where the seventh seal is finally opened — and before anything happens, heaven falls silent. For about half an hour, there is silence in heaven. After all the worship, thunder, voices, and movement throughout Revelation, this silence stands out powerfully. It is the calm before the storm. A holy pause before the trumpet judgments begin. Using insights from the Enduring Word Commentary, we unpack the weight of this moment and what it reveals about the seriousness of what is about to unfold on the earth. We also look at the prayers of the saints rising before God like incense. Even in judgment, prayer still matters. God still hears His people. As the trumpets begin to sound, we see devastation unfold across the earth — affecting the land, the sea, the waters, and the heavens. But through it all, Revelation continues to remind us that none of this is random chaos. God is still sovereign, still just, and still calling humanity to repentance. This chapter challenges us to reflect on:➡️ The holiness and justice of God➡️ The power of prayer before His throne➡️ The seriousness of rejecting Him➡️ And the hope still available through Jesus Christ Even in the silence before judgment, God is speaking. Scripture Focus: Revelation 8:1–13 Support & Connect: 🌐 Website: https://www.iammatthewministries.org💙 Donate on Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/IAmMatthewMinistries📧 Email: robert@iammatthewministries.org

    29 min

  6. May 14

    EP117 Hope in the Revelation: A Pause in the Judgement

    In this episode of our Revelation series, we walk through Revelation 7, a powerful pause in the middle of judgment that reveals something incredible about the heart of God: even in the midst of judgment, God is still calling people to Himself. As the world moves deeper into tribulation, heaven is not closed off to humanity. Instead, we see the mercy of God still reaching, still sealing, still redeeming. We unpack the sealing of the 144,000 and then focus heavily on the great multitude standing before the throne — people from every nation, tribe, and language who came out of the tribulation and now stand before the Lamb in worship. One of the most powerful parts of this chapter is the honor given to these tribulation saints. Scripture says they serve God day and night in His temple. Many of these people may have come to Christ later than others, during the darkest days imaginable — and yet they are brought incredibly close to God. This is a powerful picture of Jesus’ words that the last shall be first, and the first last. And that brings hope. Hope for the wayward son.Hope for the prodigal.Hope for the person everyone thinks is too far gone.Hope for the one people have given up on. Because as long as there is breath in someone’s lungs, God is still able to save. This chapter reminds us:➡️ God’s mercy is still active even during judgment➡️ No one is beyond the reach of redemption➡️ Faithfulness through suffering is seen and rewarded by God And through it all, we see the tenderness of the Lamb — leading His people, shepherding them, and wiping away every tear from their eyes. Even in Revelation’s darkest moments, hope continues to shine through Jesus Christ. Scripture Focus: Revelation 7:1–17Support & Connect: 📧 Email: ⁠robert@iammatthewministries.org⁠ 🌐 Website: https://www.iammatthewministries.org💙 Donate on Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/IAmMatthewMinistries

    25 min

  7. May 7

    EP116 Hope in the Revelation: The Fifth and Sixth Seals

    In this episode of our Revelation series, we continue into the fifth and sixth seals in Revelation 6 — where the focus shifts from what is happening on earth to what is happening in heaven… and then back again. With the fifth seal, we see the souls of those who were martyred for their faith, crying out to God for justice. This moment reminds us that God sees every act of persecution, every sacrifice, and every life laid down for His name. Their cry is not ignored — it is heard. Then, as the sixth seal is opened, everything begins to shake. The earth responds with upheaval, and people from every level of society recognize something sobering — the wrath of the Lamb. We unpack these moments carefully, focusing not on fear, but on truth:➡️ God does not overlook injustice➡️ There is a coming day of accountability➡️ Even in judgment, God is revealing Himself This passage is both sobering and hope-filled. For those who belong to Christ, it is a reminder that suffering is seen and that justice will come. For the world, it is a call to recognize who is truly on the throne. The same Lamb who was slain is also the righteous Judge — and that truth calls us to both reverence and hope. Scripture Focus Revelation 6:9–17Support & Connect: 🌐 Website: https://www.iammatthewministries.org💙 Donate on Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/IAmMatthewMinistries📧 Email: robert@iammatthewministries.org

    22 min

  8. Apr 30

    EP115 Hope in the Revelation: The First Four Seals!

    In this episode of our Revelation series, we walk through the opening of the first four seals in Revelation 6 — often known as the four horsemen. As the Lamb begins to open the scroll, we see the start of what unfolds on the earth: conquest, conflict, scarcity, and death. These aren’t random events — they are released under the authority of Christ, reminding us that even in judgment, God is still in control. We take a careful, Scripture-centered look at each of the first four seals and what they represent, while keeping our focus grounded in truth — not fear. This passage can feel heavy, but it points us to something deeper:➡️ Nothing is outside of God’s authority➡️ Judgment is not chaos — it is purposeful➡️ Even in difficult passages, our hope remains in Christ The same Lamb who was slain is the One opening the seals. That matters. This episode continues to build our understanding of Revelation while keeping our foundation steady — not in speculation, but in the sovereignty of God and the hope we have in Jesus. Scripture Focus Revelation 6:1–8 Connect With Us! 🌐 Website: https://www.iammatthewministries.org💙 Donate on Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/IAmMatthewMinistries📧 Email: robert@iammatthewministries.org

    29 min
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The I Am Matthew Podcast builds a foundation of hope through biblical truth, prayer, and the gospel of Jesus Christ. Each episode explores Scripture—from practical Christian living to eternal promises—covering topics like faith, baptism, communion, God’s love, salvation, and the return of Christ. Join us as we walk verse by verse, strengthen our prayer life, and grow in hope rooted in God’s Word and the Revelation of Jesus Christ.

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