Dr. Hormoz Shariat—known as the "Billy Graham of Iran"—joins Joel Rosenberg to discuss the regime’s fears, the people’s hopes for change, and an unprecedented spiritual awakening sweeping the nation. How are Iranian Christians responding? Is the regime near collapse? And how do these events tie into Bible prophecy?

Get a quick overview here and catch the full, thought-provoking conversation by listening to the complete episode on the Inside the Epicenter podcast feed!

 

 

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Dr. Hormoz Shariat&mdash;known as the "Billy Graham of Iran"&mdash;joins Joel Rosenberg to discuss the regime&rsquo;s fears, the people&rsquo;s hopes for change, and an unprecedented spiritual awakening sweeping the nation. How are Iranian Christians responding? Is the regime near collapse? And how do these events tie into Bible prophecy?
Get a quick overview here and catch the full, thought-provoking conversation by listening to the complete episode on the Inside the Epicenter podcast feed!
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Learn more about The Joshua Fund: JoshuaFund.com Make a tax-deductible donation: Donate | The Joshua Fund Stock Media provided by DimmySad / Pond5

Inside The Epicenter with Joel Rosenberg is a powerful podcast hosted by New York Times bestselling author and Middle East expert Joel C. Rosenberg, alongside his wife and co-host, Lynn A. Rosenberg—a writer, Bible teacher, and co-founder of The Joshua Fund with a Master’s in leadership and theology. Together, they offer a unique, biblical perspective on the most urgent issues facing Israel and the Middle East. Drawing from Joel’s private meetings with presidents, prime ministers, kings, and clerics—and their shared life as dual U.S.-Israeli citizens living in Jerusalem—the podcast explores current events, End Times prophecy, and how Christians can pray, give, and go with purpose.

Inside The Epicenter with Joel Rosenberg is a powerful podcast hosted by New York Times bestselling author and Middle East expert Joel C. Rosenberg, alongside his wife and co-host, Lynn A. Rosenberg&mdash;a writer, Bible teacher, and co-founder of The Joshua Fund with a Master&rsquo;s in leadership and theology. Together, they offer a unique, biblical perspective on the most urgent issues facing Israel and the Middle East. Drawing from Joel&rsquo;s private meetings with presidents, prime ministers, kings, and clerics&mdash;and their shared life as dual U.S.-Israeli citizens living in Jerusalem&mdash;the podcast explores current events, End Times prophecy, and how Christians can pray, give, and go with purpose.

Joel C. Rosenberg is a New York Times Bestselling Author & Middle East expert. He has spent 20 years bringing a uniquely Biblical view on the Epicenter; this podcast will share insights from his private meetings with presidents, prime ministers,...

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Weekend Edition: Dr. Hormoz Shariat on on What’s Next for Iran

In this episode of Inside the Epicenter, hosts Joel and Lynn Rosenberg reflect on the importance of Passover as Jews worldwide—and especially in war-torn Israel—celebrate this ancient festival. They explore the biblical story of Exodus, its connection to God’s redemption through the Messiah, and why these traditions remain powerful today. Join them as they discuss how Passover applies during moments of crisis and what lessons it offers all believers right now.

05:47 Passover story and current context
07:35 God calls Moses to lead Israel
12:33 Passover and Persian New Year overlap
14:41 Explaining the Passover story
18:30 Discussing Passover and its meaning
21:51 Donations and Exodus reflections
24:53 God's role in the Iran conflict
26:38 Israeli resilience during wartime
31:28 Discussing Jewish traditions and faith
33:26 Teaching traditions to the next generation
36:26 Making Passover interactive for kids
39:55 Celebrating Passover and God's plan
43:07 Paul on generosity and giving

 

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Related Episodes:
Ambassador Yechiel - US-Israel Strategy and Successes #354 
Senator Lindsey Graham and Joel Rosenberg on Middle East Transformation #353
SPECIAL REPORT: How is the war in Iran connected to Queen Esther, Haman & Biblical history and prophecy? Joel & Lynn report from Washington #351
Mike Huckabee on Iran, Gaza, and Trump’s Vision for Peace #347


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In this episode of Inside the Epicenter, hosts Joel and Lynn Rosenberg reflect on the importance of Passover as Jews worldwide&mdash;and especially in war-torn Israel&mdash;celebrate this ancient festival. They explore the biblical story of Exodus, its connection to God&rsquo;s redemption through the Messiah, and why these traditions remain powerful today. Join them as they discuss how Passover applies during moments of crisis and what lessons it offers all believers right now.
05:47 Passover story and current context 07:35 God calls Moses to lead Israel 12:33 Passover and Persian New Year overlap 14:41 Explaining the Passover story 18:30 Discussing Passover and its meaning 21:51 Donations and Exodus reflections 24:53 God's role in the Iran conflict 26:38 Israeli resilience during wartime 31:28 Discussing Jewish traditions and faith 33:26 Teaching traditions to the next generation 36:26 Making Passover interactive for kids 39:55 Celebrating Passover and God's plan 43:07 Paul on generosity and giving
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Inside Passover: Spiritual Strength Amid War in Israel #357

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Welcome to Inside the Epicenter! In this episode, host Lynn Rosenberg speaks with Dr. Hormoz Shariat of Iran Alive Ministries about the historic events unfolding in Iran. Together, they explore how, even amid escalating conflict and government oppression, the underground church is growing, and Iranians are embracing faith in Jesus like never before. Hormoz Shariat shares eye-opening stories from inside the country—highlighting the courage of Iranian women and the surge of hope changing hearts in the face of darkness. This conversation is both timely and inspiring, offering a glimpse into the spiritual revival in Iran and inviting you to join in prayer and support for real change in the epicenter of world events.

(00:02) Iran Crisis: Historic Escalation Insights
(03:15) Christianity Thrives Amid Iran Turmoil
(09:29) Hope and Love for Iran
(11:54) "Unexpected Conversion in Iran"
(15:47) Pray for Iran's Awakening
(18:45) Encouragement Amid Global Challenges
(21:21) Gender-Equal Leadership in Ministry
(25:31) "Iran Church Planting Vision."
(28:58) "Iran's Fast-Growing Church."

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Bible verse of the day:
Psalm 67:1. Verse 4, "Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for You, O Lord, judge the peoples with equity and guide the nations upon earth.
Prayer Request:
Pray that we would see the people of Iran understand this truth, that they would be glad and sing for joy, that they would see that God will bring justice, that God will bring righteousness to their country. 
Pray for victory against evil, and we pray that the spirit of Islam, which is oppressing the people of Iran, would be broken.

Links For Reference

 

Iranians’ Attitudes Toward Religion: A 2020 Survey Report

https://gamaan.org/2020/08/25/iranians-attitudes-toward-religion-a-2020-survey-report/

WATCH: Iranians and Israelis United in London for Peace and Freedom

http://youtube.com/shorts/-FBWIB2Jb4U

 

Related Episodes:
Ambassador Yechiel - US-Israel Strategy and Successes #354 
Senator Lindsey Graham and Joel Rosenberg on Middle East Transformation #353
SPECIAL REPORT: How is the Iran war connected to Queen Esther, Haman & Biblical history and prophecy? Joel & Lynn report from Washington #351
Mike Huckabee on Iran, Gaza, and Trump’s Vision for Peace #347

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Welcome to Inside the Epicenter! In this episode, host Lynn Rosenberg speaks with Dr. Hormoz Shariat of Iran Alive Ministries about the historic events unfolding in Iran. Together, they explore how, even amid escalating conflict and government oppression, the underground church is growing, and Iranians are embracing faith in Jesus like never before. Hormoz Shariat shares eye-opening stories from inside the country&mdash;highlighting the courage of Iranian women and the surge of hope changing hearts in the face of darkness. This conversation is both timely and inspiring, offering a glimpse into the spiritual revival in Iran and inviting you to join in prayer and support for real change in the epicenter of world events.
(00:02) Iran Crisis: Historic Escalation Insights (03:15) Christianity Thrives Amid Iran Turmoil (09:29) Hope and Love for Iran (11:54) "Unexpected Conversion in Iran" (15:47) Pray for Iran's Awakening (18:45) Encouragement Amid Global Challenges (21:21) Gender-Equal Leadership in Ministry (25:31) "Iran Church Planting Vision." (28:58) "Iran's Fast-Growing Church."
Learn more about The Joshua Fund: JoshuaFund.com Make a tax-deductible donation: Donate | The Joshua Fund Stock Media provided by DimmySad / Pond5
Bible verse of the day: Psalm 67:1. Verse 4, "Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for You, O Lord, judge the peoples with equity and guide the nations upon earth. Prayer Request: Pray that we would see the people of Iran understand this truth, that they would be glad and sing for joy, that they would see that God will bring justice, that God will bring righteousness to their country.&nbsp; Pray for victory against evil, and we pray that the spirit of Islam, which is oppressing the people of Iran, would be broken.
Links For Reference
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Iranians&rsquo; Attitudes Toward Religion: A 2020 Survey Report
<a href="https://gamaan.org/2020/08/25/iranians-attitudes-toward-religion-a-2020-survey-report/">https://gamaan.org/2020/08/25/iranians-attitudes-toward-religion-a-2020-survey-report/</a>
WATCH: Iranians and Israelis United in London for Peace and Freedom
<a href="http://youtube.com/shorts/-FBWIB2Jb4U">http://youtube.com/shorts/-FBWIB2Jb4U</a>
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Related Episodes: Ambassador Yechiel - US-Israel Strategy and Successes #354&nbsp; Senator Lindsey Graham and Joel Rosenberg on Middle East Transformation #353 SPECIAL REPORT: How is the Iran war connected to Queen Esther, Haman &amp; Biblical history and prophecy? Joel &amp; Lynn report from Washington #351 Mike Huckabee on Iran, Gaza, and Trump&rsquo;s Vision for Peace #347
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Dr. Hormoz Shariat - Are Iranians Turning to Jesus During Crisis? #356

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Welcome to Inside the Epicenter! In this episode, host Joel Rosenberg dives into a timely question: Are we witnessing the fulfillment of Jeremiah 49’s prophecy about Iran in today’s headlines? Against the backdrop of major upheaval in Iran’s leadership and escalating conflict, Joel Rosenberg breaks down the difference between Iran’s apocalyptic vision and the Bible’s end times perspective. He draws on both scripture and insights from key leaders to help Christians grasp what’s really happening in the Middle East—and how believers are called to respond in faith. If you want to understand the deeper spiritual and prophetic dynamics at play in current events, you’re in the right place.

(00:02) "Iran, Prophecy, and End Times"
(03:19) "Geopolitics, Prophecy, and End Times"
(07:35) Apocalyptic Islamism Explained
(12:42) Twelvers & Apocalyptic Beliefs
(16:37) "Apocalyptic Islamism and Alliances"
(21:39) "Understanding Israel and the Church"
(25:15) Signs of Christ's Second Coming
(33:17) Faith, Forgiveness, and Contrast
(36:10) Prophecy of Elam's Restoration
(38:05) Mission to Neutralize Iran's Arsenal
(43:14) Iran's Future in Biblical Prophecy
(45:57) Biblical Prophecies and Modern Events

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Make a tax-deductible donation: Donate | The Joshua Fund
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Bible verse of the day:
Jeremiah 49:34 - This is the word of the Lord that came to Jeremiah the prophet concerning Elam, early in the reign of Zedekiah king of Judah
Prayer Request:
Pray for The Joshua and that we can keep educating Christians to understand what's going on and that we can strengthen our brothers and sisters in Israel, in the Arab world, and in Iran to grow the church and to preach the gospel.

 

Related Episodes:


Ambassador Yechiel - US-Israel Strategy and Successes #354
Senator Lindsey Graham and Joel Rosenberg on Middle East Transformation #353
SPECIAL REPORT: How is the war in Iran connected to Queen Esther, Haman & Biblical history and prophecy? Joel & Lynn report from Washington #351
Why Are Millions of Muslims Turning to Jesus? #342 
Is God About To Prophetically Destroy Iran’s Regime According To Jeremiah 49? Joel interviews Hormoz Shariat, “Billy Graham of Iran” 340 

 

 

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Welcome to Inside the Epicenter! In this episode, host Joel Rosenberg dives into a timely question: Are we witnessing the fulfillment of Jeremiah 49&rsquo;s prophecy about Iran in today&rsquo;s headlines? Against the backdrop of major upheaval in Iran&rsquo;s leadership and escalating conflict, Joel Rosenberg breaks down the difference between Iran&rsquo;s apocalyptic vision and the Bible&rsquo;s end times perspective. He draws on both scripture and insights from key leaders to help Christians grasp what&rsquo;s really happening in the Middle East&mdash;and how believers are called to respond in faith. If you want to understand the deeper spiritual and prophetic dynamics at play in current events, you&rsquo;re in the right place.
(00:02) "Iran, Prophecy, and End Times" (03:19) "Geopolitics, Prophecy, and End Times" (07:35) Apocalyptic Islamism Explained (12:42) Twelvers &amp; Apocalyptic Beliefs (16:37) "Apocalyptic Islamism and Alliances" (21:39) "Understanding Israel and the Church" (25:15) Signs of Christ's Second Coming (33:17) Faith, Forgiveness, and Contrast (36:10) Prophecy of Elam's Restoration (38:05) Mission to Neutralize Iran's Arsenal (43:14) Iran's Future in Biblical Prophecy (45:57) Biblical Prophecies and Modern Events
Learn more about The Joshua Fund: JoshuaFund.com Make a tax-deductible donation: Donate | The Joshua Fund Stock Media provided by DimmySad / Pond5
Bible verse of the day: Jeremiah 49:34 - This is the word of the Lord that came to Jeremiah the prophet concerning Elam, early in the reign of Zedekiah king of Judah Prayer Request: Pray for The Joshua and that we can keep educating Christians to understand what's going on and that we can strengthen our brothers and sisters in Israel, in the Arab world, and in Iran to grow the church and to preach the gospel.
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Related Episodes:
 Ambassador Yechiel - US-Israel Strategy and Successes #354 Senator Lindsey Graham and Joel Rosenberg on Middle East Transformation #353 SPECIAL REPORT: How is the war in Iran connected to Queen Esther, Haman &amp; Biblical history and prophecy? Joel &amp; Lynn report from Washington #351 Why Are Millions of Muslims Turning to Jesus? #342&nbsp; Is God About To Prophetically Destroy Iran&rsquo;s Regime According To Jeremiah 49? Joel interviews Hormoz Shariat, &ldquo;Billy Graham of Iran&rdquo; 340&nbsp;
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Are We Witnessing Jeremiah 49 Unfold? #355

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