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What if the strangest passage in Genesis is a map for reading the moment we’re living through right now? We open Genesis 6 and follow the thread from “the sons of God” and the Nephilim to Jesus’ startling warning that the days before his return will mirror the days of Noah. Not to stir sensationalism, but to name the deep currents—unchecked desire, spiritual rebellion, and cultural numbness—and to remind ourselves that judgment in Scripture is never just an ending. It’s the limit God draws so grace can rescue what would otherwise be lost.

We dig into the language and history behind bene elohim, why early Jewish and Christian readers saw fallen angels in view, and why alternate readings don’t explain the scale of violence and corruption. From there, we move to the hard pastoral questions people actually ask: Can Christians be possessed? What opens the door to spiritual bondage? Where do addiction, occult curiosity, and chronic patterns of sin fit in a biblical view of evil? The answers are plain and practical. Believers can be harassed but not indwelt by darkness. Unbelievers can invite oppression through repeated consent. Yet none of that has the final word.

Again and again we return to hope. Jesus cast out demons with authority, restored dignity, and announced freedom to captives. That same gospel breaks chains today. Prayer is not a weak substitute for action; it is decisive action, the kind that moves what arguments and strategies cannot. If someone you love feels unreachable, take courage—persevering prayer and a clear, simple gospel have toppled stronger strongholds than the one you’re facing. Stay with us as we connect Scripture’s hardest questions to the most urgent needs in our homes and cities, and leave with a steady conviction: Jesus is stronger.

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Can a poison ever be made “safe” through testing alone? That unsettling question drives a candid conversation about vaccine safety, mandates, and the ethics of informed consent. We start with the everyday reality of lead testing in children, recall the historical use of mercury and arsenic as medicine, and ask whether modern labels can override inherent toxicity. From there, we examine how trust, data transparency, and institutional incentives shape what parents are told—and what too often gets left unsaid.

We walk through the push to retest vaccines for safety and efficacy and the counterpoint that testing alone can’t transform a harmful substance. Along the way, we discuss trial design, the presence of heavy metals like aluminum and mercury, and the cumulative burden of today’s expanded pediatric schedule. We connect rising autism rates with the growth in jabs, highlight claimed differences in chronic outcomes between vaccinated and unvaccinated children, and revisit the historical decline of childhood diseases to reframe how risk and benefit are calculated in a modern context. We also talk frankly about timing correlations with SIDS reports and the financial incentives tied to vaccination rates that most families never see.

Our goal isn’t fear—it’s agency. We advocate for informed consent and parental choice over blanket mandates, and we point you to practical resources, including the Silver Book from Physicians for Informed Consent, so you can walk into appointments with clear questions and a stronger voice. If you value transparent data, ethical consent, and the right to make careful choices for your family, this conversation gives you a roadmap. If it resonates, share it with a friend, subscribe for more, and leave a review to help others find the show. Your voice shapes the next conversation.

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What does it truly mean to walk with God? In this thought-provoking episode of Devotions with Dr. Papa, we uncover the profound spiritual legacy of ancient patriarchs like Methuselah and Noah, who stood apart as preachers of righteousness in a corrupt world.

Dr. Robert Jackson takes us on a fascinating journey through Genesis 5, revealing how Methuselah—whose very name meant "judgment coming"—carried a prophetic message throughout his extraordinary 969-year life. Imagine bearing a name that constantly reminded people of impending divine judgment! For nearly a century, both Methuselah and his grandson Noah warned of catastrophe while facing ridicule from a world that had never even seen rain.

But what truly set these patriarchs apart from their numerous siblings? The answer lies in a simple yet profound choice they made—they "set their hearts" to walk with God. Drawing powerful parallels with Ezra, who purposefully decided to study, practice, and teach God's law even while in exile, Dr. Jackson illuminates how spiritual impact flows from deliberate decisions rather than special talents or circumstances.

This message strikes at the heart of authentic discipleship. Each of us faces the same choice that confronted the ancient patriarchs—will we decide to walk closely with God, study His Word, and share His truth with our circle of influence? As Dr. Jackson powerfully reminds us: "Any one of us can become a seed planter, a soul winner, an evangelist... Any one of us can be known as that person who walks with God and consistently speaks the truth in love."

Join us for this transformative exploration of purpose, decision, and spiritual legacy. Your doctor loves you—and challenges you with the question that echoes through the centuries: "Will you decide?"

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