Show Notes
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He outlined the main topics for the day’s show, including Trump’s message to cartels by blowing up boats, speculation about Trump working with China and Russia against the “New World Order,” and an upcoming WordNWorship segment about prophecies of Israel.
The WordNWorship segment is available exclusively on FaithNFreedom TV at faithandfreedom.tv or on the new Rumble channel, searchable as “Word with the N worship.”
Ukraine Conflict and Global Leaders
Rick discussed Putin’s invitation to Zelensky for security talks while continuing to bomb Ukraine, and Trump’s plans to speak with both leaders.
He shared his belief that the Ukraine war was a “money laundering scheme of the elites” and that Putin had to intervene because of alleged bio labs in Ukraine.
Rick characterized the media coverage of Ukraine with blue and yellow colors as a “complete psyop” designed to generate support for sending billions of dollars to Ukraine.
Thoughts on World Leaders
Rick delved into his thoughts about world leaders, questioning whether Putin, Xi Jinping, and even Kim Jong-un might be secretly working against the “New World Order” or the “deep state” despite their public actions.
He referenced “Q drops,” suggesting that Trump might be coordinating with China and Russia to eliminate the “New World Order.”
Rick acknowledged that Putin has done “anti-God things” and that the CCP engages in human rights abuses, but still questioned whether these leaders might be fighting against a greater evil.
Trump’s Social Media and Q Drops
Rick discussed Trump’s social media post criticizing Xi, Putin, and Kim Jong Un for “conspiring against the United States,” but suggested this might be “optics” rather than Trump’s true position.
He referenced a Q drop asking, “What if China, Russia, and others are coordinating with POTUS to eliminate the new world order?”
Rick speculated that these leaders might be fighting their own “deep states” while maintaining appearances for strategic reasons.
Trump’s Actions Against Cartels
Rick covered Trump’s announcement about blowing up a cartel boat carrying drugs, which he framed as sending a message to both cartels and Venezuela.
He played clips of Trump discussing the boat attack, stating that the boat contained “massive amounts of drugs coming into our country to kill a lot of people.”
Rick also played a clip of Senator Marco Rubio explaining that interdiction alone doesn’t work against cartels because they factor losses into their business model, but destroying their boats and personnel would be more effective.
Israel’s Military Actions
Rick discussed Israel’s military actions against various regional adversaries, framing these conflicts in religious terms and suggesting divine intervention in Israel’s favor.
He described how Israel, despite being surrounded by hostile nations, had successfully neutralized threats from Hezbollah, Gaza, Iran, and the Houthis.
Rick characterized these developments as “miracle after miracle” and compared them to the biblical story of Haman from the Book of Esther, where enemies of Israel “get hung on their own gallows.”
During the WordNWorship segment, Rick will teach on prophecies of Israel and the Bible’s reliability, available on the WordNWorship channel on Rumble or FaithNFreedom TV.
Voter ID and Paper Ballots
Rick discussed Trump’s promise to implement voter ID and paper ballots through executive orders.
He quoted Trump’s social media post stating, “voter ID must be part of every single vote, no exceptions,” and mentioning plans for an executive order to that end.
Trump also called for no mail-in voting except for those who are ill or far away, and the use of paper ballots only, which Rick interpreted as a rejection of electronic voting machines, referred to as “selection machines.”
Migrant Encounters and Labor Market
Rick reported that migrant encounters at the southwest border had dropped 90% from the prior year, and that more than 1.2 million immigrants had left the US labor force between January and July 2025, according to census bureau data.
He suggested this was opening up jobs for Americans, though he acknowledged it might cause some businesses problems because they had been “taking advantage of five dollar wages when they should be paying 15 or 20.”
Epstein Documents Release
Rick discussed the release of Epstein-related documents, noting that they comprised 33,000 pages released as individual PDFs that were not easily searchable or analyzable by AI.
He suggested this was intentional to make research difficult.
Rick speculated about the timing of various revelations, suggesting that information about Epstein would come after other scandals were exposed, uniting Americans in demanding “military tribunals for the people that hurt their children.”
DARPA and Big Tech Surveillance
Rick began reading a lengthy post from “Digital Soldier” claiming that Facebook, Google, YouTube, and other tech companies were created by DARPA as surveillance tools.
Overview: Digital SwQlljer 17 claims Q drops on September 2, 2025, exposed the collapse of [DEEP STATE] “firewalls,” revealing [DARPA], [BIG TECH], blackmail, and [FBI] control, with patriots dismantling it.
-Key Themes:
- Q drops show a hidden battle involving patriots, [CIA]/[DARPA], blackmail, and [FAKE NEWS].
- Trump, an outsider, challenges the [CABAL]’s global control.
-Patriots in Place:
- Q drop (2057, Sep 2, 2018) highlighted Ezra Cohen-Watnick, a Flynn-selected DIA officer in Trump’s NSC, proving patriots were embedded in intelligence.
-Collapse of [FBI] Firewalls:
- Q drop (2059, Sep 2, 2018) exposed [FBI]’s Bill Priestap and Peter Strzok as “firewalls” protecting the [COUP], now vulnerable due to their exposure.
-[DARPA] and [BIG TECH]:
- Q drops (2060, 2061, Sep 2, 2018) linked Facebook, Google, YouTube, and 23andMe to [DARPA]’s surveillance, with family ties (Brin, Wojcickis) controlling data.
-[GMAIL] Espionage:
- Q drop (2063, Sep 2, 2018) revealed [GMAIL] drafts used for [COUP] against Trump, tied to [DARPA] and Eric Schmidt’s resignation.
-Military Role:
- Q drop (2065, Sep 2, 2018) with SEAL Team 6 imagery signaled active military operations in “THE PLAN.”
Rick mentioned he would continue reading the Digital Soldier thread in tomorrow night’s show.
WordNWorship Channel
Rick explained that the WordNWorship segment would focus on studying Israel prophecies in the Bible and how they came true, demonstrating the reliability of the Bible.
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Day 5: The Return from Babylonian Exile
By Rick Rene of Blessed2Teach Ministries (https://blessed2teach.com)
Objective: Examine the predicted return and rebuilding, encouraging spiritual growth through restoration. We will cover this in 3 parts:
- Prophecy of Return to the Land
- Prophecy of Cyrus’ Role
- Application for Modern Day Christians
Part 1: Prophecy of Return to the Land
Prediction:
Jeremiah 29:1-14: These are the words of the letter that Jeremiah the prophet sent from Jerusalem to the surviving elders of the exiles, and to the priests, the prophets, and all the people, whom Nebuchadnezzar had taken into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon…
I will be found by you, declares the Lord, and I will restore your fortunes and gather you from all the nations… and I will bring you back to the place from which I sent you into exile.
Related Prediction:
Jeremiah 30:3: For behold, days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will restore the fortunes of my people… and I will bring them back to the land that I gave to their fathers, and they shall take possession of it.
Fulfillment: Ezra 2:1: Now these were the people of the province who came up out of the captivity of those exiles whom Nebuchadnezzar the king of Babylon had carried captive to Babylonia. They returned to Jerusalem and Judah…
Related Fulfillment: Nehemiah 7:6: These were the people of the province who came up out of the captivity… They returned to Jerusalem and Judah…
Non-Biblical Evidence:
- Elephantine Papyri: Egyptian documents from the 5th century BC show Jewish communities that had returned from exile and settled in Egypt. These records mention their religious practices and interactions, confirming their presence after the Babylonian exile.
- Murashu Archives: Babylonian tablets note the absence of Jews in certain Babylonian regions after 538 BC, suggesting they had returned to Judah. This shift in population aligns with the historical accounts of Jews leaving Babylon under Persian permission.
- Jerusalem Excavations: Archaeological layers in Jerusalem from around 538 BC contain Persian artifacts, indicating rebuilding after the exile. These findings, like pottery and structures, support the idea that Jews resettled and began restoring their homeland.
Summary: After enduring exile in Babylon, the Jewish people clung to prophetic promises of returning to their homeland, a hope that sustained them through dark times. Around 538 BC, under leaders like Ezra and Nehemiah, they journeyed back to Jerusalem, rebuilding their lives and city, as evidenced by Persian-era artifacts in Jerusalem, the Elephantine Papyri showing thriving Jewish communities in Egypt, and the Murashu Archives noting their absence from Babylon. This triumphant return was not just a physical homecoming but a powerful testament to their faith and resilience, inspiring us today to persevere through challenges and believe in the possibility of renewal.
Part 2: Prophecy of Cyrus’ Role
Prediction: Isaiah 44:28: who says of Cyrus, ‘He is my shepherd, and he shall fulfill all my purpose’; saying of Jerusalem, ‘She shall be built,’ and of the temple, ‘Your foundation shall be laid.’
Related Prediction: Isaiah 45:13: I have stirred him up in righteousness… he shall build my city and set my exiles free, not for price or reward,” says the Lord of hosts.
Fulfillment: Ezra 1:2: “Thus says Cyrus king of Persia: The Lord, the God of heaven, has given me all the kingdoms of the earth, and he has charged me to build him a house at Jerusalem…”
Related Fulfillment: Ezra 6:3: In the first year of Cyrus the king… Concerning the house of God at Jerusalem, let the house be rebuilt…
Non-Biblical Evidence:
- Cyrus Cylinder: This artifact from 539 BC records Cyrus’ policy of allowing captives to return to their homelands and rebuild their temples. It provides direct evidence of his decrees supporting the restoration of religious sites, including potentially the Jewish temple in Jerusalem. (see picture from Day 2 above)
Nabonidus Chronicle: This historical text details Cyrus’ conquest of Babylon and his subsequent policies toward conquered peoples. It highlights his approach to governance, which included allowing displaced groups to return and restore their cultural practices.
Behistun Rock: This Persian inscription confirms Cyrus’ reputation for tolerant and inclusive rule over his empire. It supports the idea that he permitted subject nations, like the Jews, to rebuild their sacred spaces, aligning with his broader policy of cultural respect.
Mathematical Discussion: Return from all nations (1/100) and naming Cyrus 150 years early (1/1,000) yield a 1/100,000 chance, defying chance.
Summary:
Cyrus the Great’s role in restoring Jerusalem’s temple is an inspiring example of how one leader’s actions can align with a greater purpose, sparking hope in the power of destiny and compassion. Ancient prophecies foretold a ruler who would rebuild the city and free the Jewish exiles, a vision fulfilled when Cyrus, king of Persia, decreed the temple’s reconstruction. Non-biblical sources like the Cyrus Cylinder, Nabonidus Chronicle, and Behistun Rock confirm his policy of kindness, allowing displaced peoples to return and revive their sacred spaces. The remarkable precision of these ancient predictions, made long before Cyrus’ time, underscores the awe-inspiring idea that even the greatest rulers can play a role in a divine plan, encouraging us to believe in the possibility of a purposeful future.
Part 3: Application for Modern Day Christians
Refuting Skeptical Objections:
- Objection: Isaiah was written after Cyrus’ time (post-539 BC).
Refutation: The Dead Sea Scrolls, dated before 200 BC, include the full text of Isaiah with Cyrus’ name, proving it predates his era. This specific mention aligns with the Cyrus Cylinder’s record of his actions, making later authorship unlikely. - Objection: Cyrus’ policy of freeing captives was common, not divine.
Refutation: The prophecy’s precise naming of Cyrus and detailed prediction of the temple’s restoration go beyond typical policies. Persian texts like the Cyrus Cylinder confirm these unique actions, supporting the prophecy’s distinctiveness.
Living and Active Bible:
Hebrews 4:12: For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword…
Isaiah 44:28’s prophecy of Cyrus, fulfilled in Ezra 1, shows Scripture’s truth. The Cyrus Cylinder affirms this, inspiring us to seek restoration today.
Applications for Spiritual Growth:
1. Seek Personal Restoration
Jeremiah 29:14’s promise of return encourages prayer for healing from personal “exiles,” like broken relationships, trusting God’s restoration.
- Jeremiah 29:14: “I will be found by you, declares the Lord, and I will restore your fortunes and gather you from all the nations and all the places where I have driven you, declares the Lord, and I will bring you back to the place from which I sent you into exile.”
- Psalm 51:12: “Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit.” This verse emphasizes God’s ability to renew personal joy and strength through repentance and prayer.
- Joel 2:25: “I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten, the hopper, the destroyer, and the cutter, my great army, which I sent among you.” This highlights God’s promise to heal and redeem lost time or brokenness.
- 1 Peter 5:10: “And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.” This assures believers that God actively works to restore them after trials.
2. Trust Unexpected Leaders
Cyrus’ role (Ezra 1:2) shows God uses unlikely people, encouraging prayer for wisdom to support leaders advancing God’s kingdom.
- Ezra 1:2: “Thus says Cyrus king of Persia: The Lord, the God of heaven, has given me all the kingdoms of the earth, and he has charged me to build him a house at Jerusalem, which is in Judah.”
- Daniel 2:21: “He changes times and seasons; he removes kings and sets up kings; he gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding.” This verse affirms God’s sovereignty in appointing leaders for His purposes.
- Romans 13:1: “Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.” This teaches that God places leaders in authority, even unexpected ones, for His plans.
- Proverbs 21:1: “The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord; he turns it wherever he will.” This illustrates God’s ability to guide even unlikely leaders to fulfill His will.
3. Build God’s Kingdom
Isaiah 45:13’s city rebuilding inspires active faith, urging believers to volunteer in church or community to strengthen God’s work and grow spiritually.
- Isaiah 45:13: “I have stirred him up in righteousness, and I will make all his ways level; he shall build my city and set my exiles free, not for price or reward, says the Lord of hosts.”
- Nehemiah 2:18: “And I told them of the hand of my God that had been upon me for good, and also of the words that the king had spoken to me. And they said, ‘Let us rise up and build.’ So they strengthened their hands for the good work.” This shows the call to actively participate in rebuilding God’s work.
- 1 Corinthians 3:9: “For we are God’s fellow workers. You are God’s field, God’s building.” This emphasizes believers’ role as partners in advancing God’s kingdom through active service.
- Ephesians 4:12: “To equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.” This highlights the importance of contributing to the growth of the church community through service.
Summary: After years of exile in Babylon, the Jewish people’s return to Jerusalem around 538 BC, led by figures like Ezra and Nehemiah, stands as a powerful testament to hope and restoration, inspiring modern believers to trust in renewal despite adversity. Ancient prophecies foretold their homecoming and the pivotal role of Cyrus the Great, who, as confirmed by the Cyrus Cylinder, Nabonidus Chronicle, and Behistun Rock, allowed captives to rebuild their sacred spaces, demonstrating compassion that aligned with a divine plan. Archaeological evidence, such as Persian-era artifacts in Jerusalem and the Elephantine Papyri, further supports this remarkable return, showing thriving Jewish communities post-exile. For today’s Christians, this story encourages personal healing, faith in unexpected leaders, and active participation in building God’s kingdom, reminding us that perseverance and belief in a purposeful future can transform lives and communities.
Father, You guided history through Cyrus, fulfilling prophecies to restore Your people. Lord, fill me with Your joy and guide me to serve Your kingdom boldly, like Ezra and Nehemiah, and use me to advance Your plan. Help me build Your church with faith. In Jesus’ name, Amen.