Send us a text A destructive force is tearing through modern churches, and its name is familiar to Bible readers throughout history: the Jezebel spirit. This isn't about one woman from ancient Israel but a demonic influence that continues to seduce God's people into compromise, false teaching, and rebellion. When Jesus addressed the church in Revelation 2:20, He wasn't angry at the world for being worldly—He was furious at believers for tolerating what should have been rejected. "You are permitting that woman, that Jezebel, who calls herself a prophet, to lead my servants astray." This same spirit flourishes today wherever churches trade biblical standards for cultural relevance and holy fire for empty entertainment. The Jezebel spirit manifests when pastors preach self-help instead of repentance, when worship stirs emotion but never confronts sin, and when denominations rewrite scripture to affirm what God explicitly condemns. It thrives in a culture obsessed with tolerance—but as this powerful episode reveals, tolerance without truth isn't love at all. It's betrayal. Churches proudly declare "we welcome everyone" while failing to understand that welcoming people doesn't mean affirming sin. Through a compelling examination of scripture and a thought-provoking fictional narrative about "The Church That Hosted Jezebel," this episode confronts the uncomfortable reality that many believers are unknowingly entertaining this destructive influence. Whether through entertainment choices, laughter at sin, or attendance at churches that prioritize growth over godliness, Christians must examine where they've compromised. The message is clear and urgent: The remnant church must rise. The spirit-filled community must burn again with holy fire. Only believers who reject the seductive call to blend with culture will be prepared for Christ's return. Text someone a link to this episode, visit renewedmindsets.com, and join the movement of believers who refuse to tolerate what God condemns. The church that casts down Jezebel will see revival fire fall again. Available on Amazon https://a.co/d/h9N33uZ Support the show Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/renewedmindsets Renewed Mindsets can be found on Facebook, Twitter (X), Threads and Instagram as Renewed Mindsets. Our website is renewedmindsets.com Leave a voicemail message, yellow microphone on every page, I might just use it on a future episode. If you like what you hear then tell someone about the show. Your continued support ensures that God's message to the podcast world will continue to be available for everyone. And know, 50% of all funding will be used as an offering to my local church. The rest will help supplement the cost of providing a quality show ie. equipment, bandwidth fees, Tylenol etc. HA! The Intro/Outro music is Are You Ready? by Floodgate. From the Album, Are You Ready? copyright 2002 OffBeat Ministries, Inc. Floodgate is available on Apple Music and iTunes. Music used with permission. Thank You. I Love You! SEE YA! Rick
