It’s been four weeks since we last opened the book of Ezekiel… and now we step into one of the most sobering chapters in all of Scripture.

In Ezekiel 9, judgment doesn’t just get talked about—it arrives.

Who is spared? Who is judged? And what does it mean to be “marked” by God?

In this episode, we break down Ezekiel 9 from a Reformed perspective, starting with a quick refresher on the hidden idolatry exposed in Ezekiel 8… and then walking verse-by-verse through the terrifying reality of God’s justice.

This isn’t just about ancient Israel.

This is about us.

– What does it look like to truly grieve over sin? – Has the modern church become comfortable with what God hates? – And how do you know if you are marked… or just religious?

With insights from theologians like John Calvin and Matthew Henry, and real-world application for today’s culture, this episode will challenge you to examine your heart in light of God’s holiness.

And most importantly—it will point you to the only place where judgment is satisfied…

The cross of Jesus Christ.

Because in the end, there are only two groups of people: Those who have the mark… and those who don’t.

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What happened this week with Jaden Ivey wasn’t just a sports moment—it was a spiritual challenge.

In a culture that tells believers to stay quiet, blend in, and keep faith private, we witnessed something different… boldness.

In this episode, we break down:

• The events surrounding Jaden Ivey’s public stand
• Why Romans 1:16 (“I am not ashamed of the Gospel”) still confronts us today
• What it actually means to die to yourself (Luke 14:27, Luke 9:23)
• Why friendship with the world is dangerous (James 4:4)
• The real cost of following Jesus in today’s culture

This isn’t just about one athlete.

This is about you.

👉 Would you stand for Christ if it cost you your reputation?

👉 Your platform? Your comfort? Everything?

Jesus never called us to fit in—He called us to take up our cross.

If you’ve been living a comfortable Christianity, this episode will challenge you to step into bold, unashamed faith.

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• Share this with someone who needs boldness in their faith
• Drop a comment: “I am not ashamed.”

What kind of “fragrance” are you leaving behind?

In this episode, we take a deep, sobering look at 2 Corinthians 2:15–16 and what it truly means to be the fragrance of Christ in a culture that increasingly rejects truth.

As believers, we are not neutral.

Our lives are constantly communicating something—either life to those being saved or death to those who are perishing.

This episode explores:

• What it means to be an ambassador for Christ
• Why the gospel produces two completely different responses
• How God’s sovereignty shapes salvation
• The danger of watering down truth in today’s culture
• And how we can live faithfully without compromising

This is a call to examine your life, your witness, and your impact.

Because whether you realize it or not…

👉 You are leaving a fragrance everywhere you go.