Author Archives: Bryan Hodge

About Bryan Hodge

I am a minister and missionary to numerous countries around the world.

Three Roles to Consider

Posted on April 7, 2023 by Bryan Hodge

I want to highlight three roles which are mentioned in the book of Ezekiel. These roles are: the watchman, the hearers, and the shepherds. 1. The Watchman (Ezekiel 3, 33). The prophet or preacher is compared to a watchman. It … Continue reading →

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Drink Ye All of It and Other Reflections

Posted on March 31, 2023 by Bryan Hodge

It has been over three years since Covid-19 was first reported in the U.S.A. January 20, 2020 was the date of the first lab-confirmed case in the United States, according to the CDC (CDC Museum Covid-19 Timeline, cdc.gov). Here are … Continue reading →

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UFOs/UAPs and LGM/ETs

Posted on March 20, 2023 by Bryan Hodge

The first two terms are used as synonyms. UFO means, “Unidentified Flying Object.” The term was coined by USAF in 1952. It was initially used to describe objects which remained unidentified after investigation. It is now colloquially used of unidentified … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Bryan Hodge

Here are some questions. Who was this Patrick? What is the origin of this day? What should Christians think about this day? Who was this Patrick? He lived in the fourth and fifth centuries. He was born either in Romano-Britain, … Continue reading →

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Stand In the Gap

Posted on March 8, 2023 by Bryan Hodge

The city of Constantinople (modern Istanbul) was well protected. It was positioned on a horn or peninsula that was surrounded by water. It could be reached from the Black Sea, in the north, by the Bosporus strait. It could be … Continue reading →

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Ezekiel’s Vision (Ezekiel 1-3)

Posted on March 2, 2023 by Bryan Hodge

Have you ever noticed how many times it is that before God sends a messenger, He first impresses the messenger with a glimpse of His glory? Here are some examples: (1) Moses (Exodus 3); (2) Isaiah (Isaiah 6); (3) Ezekiel … Continue reading →

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Isaiah’s Vision (Isaiah 6)

Posted on February 28, 2023 by Bryan Hodge

When one get a glimpse of the glory of God, it can change his life. It may change how one views himself. It may change how one views others. It did for Isaiah. Look Up Isaiah had a vision of … Continue reading →

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More Woes in Isaiah

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Bryan Hodge

The word “woe” appears 21 times in the book of Isaiah. The word “woe” is an interjection of sorrow or grief. It is sometimes used as a warning. We have considered six of these “woes,” which occur in Isaiah 5, … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day and Love

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Bryan Hodge

The origin of this day is uncertain. Here are some theories: (1) Some (not all) believe that it is a “christianized” form of the Roman festival of Lupercalia. This festival occurred each year between February 13th and 15th. It is … Continue reading →

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Speak Smooth Things

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Bryan Hodge

“This is a rebellious people… who say to the seers, ‘Do not see,’ and to the prophets, ‘Do not prophesy to us right things; speak to us smooth things, prophesy deceits. Get out of the way, turn aside from the … Continue reading →

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