{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"God and Game Theory","title":"The Modern State of Israel - How Did This Happen? Part 1","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2913,"description":"Welcome to Episode 7 of the God and Game Theory Podcast with Tom Peterson — where we learn how to break free from the shackles of this world and uncover the deeper truths about heaven on earth.In this special episode, Tom steps outside the regular series to dive deep into one of the most controversial and important topics of our time: the modern state of Israel, its biblical significance, and the complex theology surrounding it — including dispensationalism, Christian Zionism, Judaism, premillennialism, and the rapture.🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How modern Israel connects to biblical prophecyThe origins of dispensationalism and its impact on modern ChristianityThe rise of Christian Zionism and why it shapes global politics todayThe influence of rabbinic Judaism, the Khazars, and historical interpretations of RevelationThe meaning of “Israel” and “Jerusalem” beyond geography — as spiritual symbols in ScriptureHow prophecy, deception, and world events intertwine in the unfolding of God’s plan📖 Scriptural References Discussed:Matthew 23 — Jesus and the PhariseesRevelation 2:9 & 20 — “Those who say they are Jews but are not”Luke 21:24 — The scattering of the peopleEzekiel 36–38 — The prophecy of Gog and MagogRevelation 20 — Satan’s little season and the final deception🕊️ This episode explores not just theology — but how we as Christians have been influenced by interpretations, systems, and narratives that may not align with God’s Word. Through careful research, Tom connects ancient prophecy with modern world events, revealing the spiritual forces shaping today’s headlines.🙏 Whether you’re a believer seeking understanding, a student of prophecy, or simply curious about how Bible history, geopolitics, and end-times theology fit together — this episode will challenge your perspective and deepen your faith.📖 Much of this podcast is based on Tom’s book God and Game Theory: A Guide to Living Your Best Life on Earth as It Is in Heaven.👉 Get your copy at...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/TlYNA9uexQvkf5QaggH5JrPDJN3XujEOa_S9MEKezVU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mYWVm/MzRmZDg3NjdmZTUx/N2U5MGQwMmY2ZWFm/NjhlZi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}