Revelation Part 11 – Philadelphia: The Open Door of Promise

Join Pastor Jason and Financial Advisor Benjie in this thought-provoking installment of Financial Advisor and Pastor Walk Into a Bar as they turn their attention to the church in Philadelphia. In Revelation Part 11, the duo explores the encouraging message delivered to Philadelphia, a church set apart by its unwavering faith and the promise of an open door that no one can shut.

Drawing on historical context and personal insights, Jason and Benjie unpack the rich imagery of God’s invitation—a call to remain steadfast amid opposition, to hold fast to what you have received, and to trust that God’s protection will preserve the faithful. They reflect on the contrasts between worldly complacency and genuine spiritual vitality, challenging listeners to assess their own walk with God while embracing His relentless promise of salvation and perseverance.

Revelation Part 10 – Sardis: Wake Up and Strengthen What Remains

Join Pastor Jason and Financial Advisor Benjie as they kick off Revelation Chapter 3 with a deep dive into the message to the church in Sardis. In this episode, they unpack the six powerful verses addressing Sardis—a church that receives both commendation and condemnation—and explore what it means to be alert in your spiritual walk. The duo examines Sardis’ unique history—a city built on a plateau with only one way in, twice overrun when its guards fell asleep—and draws intriguing parallels to our own experiences of complacency and hypocrisy.

With personal reflections and practical insights, Benjie and Jason challenge listeners to “wake up” from spiritual sleep, strengthen what remains, and repent before it’s too late. They discuss the tension between following God’s call even when it might not feel comfortable, and the promise that those who remain faithful will be honored and clothed in white. This episode is an invitation to reflect on your own life, ask hard questions, and embrace a deeper commitment to living out your faith with integrity.

Revelation Part 9 – Thyatira & Timely Warnings

Join Pastor Jason and Financial Advisor Benjie in the latest episode of A Financial Advisor and Pastor Walk Into a Bar as they finish up the church in Pergamum and dive into the message to the church in Thyatira. In this installment, the hosts unpack the vivid imagery and challenging admonitions found in the letter, exploring themes of compromised faith, tolerance of false teaching, and the call to genuine repentance. With insightful historical context and personal reflections, they discuss how ancient warnings resonate powerfully in today’s culture, urging believers to discern and live out authentic worship.