Joseph Z Podcast

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June 1, 2026

**The thief was not judged for his crime but rewarded for his choice of Jesus.** In Red Church today, Pastor Bob Yandian teaches about the two thieves crucified with Jesus. He shares insights on grace, salvation without works, and the significance of Jesus' sacrifice. Understand how these biblical principles highlight the importance of faith over deeds and God's desire for all to be saved.
Pastor Bob teaches about the two thieves crucified alongside Jesus, as recorded in Luke 23:42-43. He explains that neither thief had heard Jesus preach or witnessed His miracles, though they may have heard of Him and His works. Both thieves observed how Jesus remained silent when He was beaten and crucified, and they heard Him pray, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they're doing." 
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He goes on to reveal that the veil of the temple was torn from top to bottom at Jesus' death, not to let God out, but to allow us to enter. He encourages us to remain in God's presence and to repent of our sins whenever we fail Him. Pastor Bob illustrates that we represent the thieves on the cross, noting that they didn't perform any charitable works, yet still made it to the kingdom of God. Their salvation was not based on good works, as Ephesians 2:8-9 states, we are saved by grace through faith, and not by works, so that no one can boast.
Pastor Bob emphasizes that salvation is not dependent on our good works, nor are good works required to maintain our salvation. He explains that God chose two thieves to be crucified alongside Jesus to represent all of humanity and illustrate two responses to the gospel: one accepted Jesus, while the other rejected Him. He points us to Acts 17:26, which shows that God made all nations from one man, so they would inhabit the entire earth, and determined the appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands.
He further warns that our good works cannot take us to heaven; only through faith in Jesus can we be saved, as He alone makes us righteous and worthy of heaven. Pastor Bob emphasizes that heaven and hell are our choices, as God desires that all people be saved, as stated in 1 Timothy 2:4. He concludes by emphasizing that the thief was not punished for his crimes but was rewarded for his choice to accept Jesus.
May 31, 2026

**You have no idea how God is conspiring to bless you!** Join Joseph Z and special guest Ed Rush as they discuss how conversations with God can transform our lives and guide our actions. Explore the importance of engaging with God in every aspect of life.
Ed shares the inspiration behind his newly released book, "God Talks," illustrating how God's responses to his questions reshaped his perspective on life. He emphasizes that we can converse with God about everything, including our businesses and means of livelihood, because God cares about every intricate part of our lives. 
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He explains that everything begins with a conversation with God, highlighting that our goal as Christians should be to bring God's kingdom to earth through our actions. Ed encourages us to recognize that each of us is naturally inclined to hear from God and urges us to develop the practice of discussing even the smallest details of our lives with Him.
Interestingly, Ed shares the motivation behind his decision to pursue a career in the marine industry, helping us understand that at every moment, God is working to fulfill His purpose in our lives, transforming us into something incredible. He emphasizes that next to salvation is hearing God's voice, and when we walk with God, we can navigate any challenge. He concludes by reminding us that "the blessings of the Lord make one rich and add no sorrow." 
May 30, 2026

**Unlock spiritual transformation by understanding the power of meditating on God's Word. Discover how to align your thoughts with scripture to manifest divine promises, navigate end-times challenges, and combat crisis fatigue. Join Joseph Z as he explores faith, renewal, and the call to stand firm in a chaotic world.**
Joseph teaches that if we're born again, we're saved in the spirit. He clarifies that meditation is what we obsess over, and if we do not meditate on what is pure and of good repute, we experience the same result as an unbeliever. He cautions against fighting thoughts with thoughts; we fight them by speaking against them and declaring God's Word over them. He reminds us of God's warning in Romans 12:1-3, which urges us not to conform to the pattern of this world but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. Thus, when we meditate on the written Word of God and mix it with our faith, we break into the spirit realm and begin to manifest all that Christ has obtained for us in the natural. 
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He explains that we will give birth to whatever we imagine and meditate on, urging us to examine ourselves regularly to ensure that our thoughts and desires are aligned with God's Word. He emphasizes that as a man thinketh in his heart, so is he. He goes on to analyze the end-times timeline, pointing out the segment of time we are currently in and disclosing that the antichrist cannot manifest because of the great restrainer (the church). 
Joseph cites Matthew 24:36 to remind us that no one knows the time and hour of the coming of the Son of Man, except our Father in heaven. He also reveals that, as the days of Noah were, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. He warns that normalcy is also part of the end; as things become overwhelming, people will continue with their normal lives, just as in the days of Noah, when people were dining and drinking until the flood came. 
He further observes that believers are struggling with crisis fatigue and emphasizes how the devil creates doctrinal differences to divide the church. He stresses the need to stand firm on God's Word and promises rather than being swayed by the conspiracies that flood our timelines every day. 
May 29, 2026

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May 28, 2026