Justin & Tiffany

We keep hearing this phrase in Pentecostal services: “let’s entertain the presence of the Lord”… but what does that actually mean? In this LIVE episode, we break down portions of the IBC Music Fest 2026, and expose the theology behind this kind of language. Is God’s presence something we have to create, sustain, or “not lose”… or is that an Old Covenant idea creeping into New Covenant worship? We’ll walk through what Scripture actually says about God’s presence, how emotional worship environments reinforce this belief, and why this teaching quietly puts pressure back on you. If you’ve ever felt like it was your job to “entertain” God or His presence, join us for some clarity, and a whole lot of relief. Do you not know that you are God's temple and that God's Spirit dwells in you? - 1 Corinthians 3:16 ESV Last Week: Grace Distorted: How Pentecostals Turn Salvation Into a Process – EP130 - https://youtu.be/L0YmT9-fPlo Playlists: Grace Escape - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f9ERikAYlc4GW3U04LgI0uW Holiness Standards - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f9mstgSEcS7VDrX2J4PHmzl The Church Building - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-xWOOZI8ygTa2bjHotSzfh Examining Pentecostalism - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-wcgovpsEwfpV02tWpwXAZ The “MOG” (Man of God) - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-AZ-6O6CQ3auiF-jddjuQa All About The Money - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f_vExBRUMQRIxqgbFexAMQv Abuse In The Pulpit - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f9EyN7gNkHFxr19loK8MthL Addressing NAYC 2025 Comments - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f8j9Oqo1ut5FKw65XnV0RFj FEAR!!! FEAR!!! FEAR!!! - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-ZvNiV12NPd5SbGkXsl2Sp Music’s “Play” In It All - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f_RRvftpRPuaKNylmC2G1J_ Grace, Grace, God’s Grace - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f9Ps0QA2Mx21Pz-B6VNlvSw Show Links: Exposing The Ritualistic Worship Service - S01E45 https://youtu.be/0i1AmY4M4IQ A Manufactured Move of God: Are Pentecostal Services Actually Spirit-Led? - EP83 https://youtu.be/CHBKmWbAuQ4 Empty Promises: Is Pentecostalism Authentic Or Just Hype? - EP71 https://youtu.be/Xjypyg3uVAU Always Empty, Never Enough | How Pentecostals Diminish the Holy Spirit - EP93 https://youtu.be/ynreSPnDzxw Chasing A Feeling | Pentecostal Highs Vs. Holy Spirit Truth – EP103 https://youtu.be/t_AlnNMq2YU FPCNLR - “entertain the presence” - https://www.youtube.com/live/POnbSEh4t3w?si=V_4dvTCpyhtaqXum&t=1941 IBC Music Fest 2026 - https://www.youtube.com/live/ZwVMkYuOsZY Josh Herring - “get people in the HOG!” - https://www.youtube.com/live/mXbKgKjkXic?si=NMB84knftfECRzxr&t=2802 Larry Booker - “I need to ‘catch’ something” - https://youtu.be/R3N1_Dgv9CI?si=Geh6zn0maBlD_Yzt&t=3349 Other Intro clips: CLC Service Leader - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLEJJ_snOlk&t=569s&pp=2AG5BJACAQ%3D%3D CLC Song Leader - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQ4vBJUF7-I&t=1269s&pp=2AH1CZACAQ%3D%3D POA Andrew Cox - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ew6x-PWOG5g&t=101s&pp=2AFlkAIB0gcJCdUBo7VqN5tD CLC Service Leader - https://www.youtube.com/live/IXSgoMfn2R8?t=109s Resources: DivideTheWord.blog - Responsible Faith - https://www.youtube.com/@ResponsibleFaith Spiritualabuse.org - http://SpiritualAbuse.org B.I.T.E. Model ⁠Website: https://bit.ly / B.I.T.E. Model ⁠Free PDF⁠: https://bit.ly/BITE-PDF Book: The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse - https://amzn.to/3UUFKA Book: Pagan Christianity? Exploring the Roots of Our Church Practices:⁠ https://amzn.to/3UR5IEt Book: Toxic Faith - https://amzn.to/3LsRreN Book: Christianity without the Cross: A History of Salvation in Oneness Pentecostalism - https://amzn.to/4bn8af6 Book: Free: From Legalism to Grace - https://amzn.to/4kkrYnAhttps://www.youtube.com/live/fiBMQbhDrDo?si=t7ElZtthWMmNOjq3&t=2311 https://youtu.be/2Bxc4hSCDKU?si=jjASsvJi7WXoKsvU&t=1003 https://www.youtube.com/live/8OzkiomHSRk?si=Gi3D0mrs_JzqPZuO&t=4616 https://www.youtube.com/live/iBohjYETd5I?si=IkWEO7tvtoGfUMiX&t=1283 Connect with us: 💻 http://graceescapepod.com📱Leave a message or text us! us! (484) 424-7223 ⁠⁠📨 Send us an email! hello@graceescapepod.com https://twitter.com/graceescapepod https://www.instagram.com/graceescapepod Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and commentary purposes, offering biblical critique and theological analysis based on personal opinion and publicly available material, without alleging illegal activity or defaming individuals or organizations. Portions of copyrighted content may be used under Fair Use (17 U.S.C. § 107) for criticism and education, and rights holders are encouraged to contact us with any concerns.

“Entertaining the presence of the Lord”… What does that even mean? In this live episode, Justin and Tiffany break down this common Pentecostal phrase and examine whether God’s presence is something we create—or something we already have through Christ. With real service clips and biblical context, they expose the performance-driven mindset behind modern worship and point back to the truth of the gospel. 📖 Psalm 16:11 (ESV) https://youtu.be/jg1tJKGXTls

Salvation is entirely accomplished by Christ, received through faith, not earned by works. Grace is God's unmerited favor towards the unworthy—His initiative, not our response. #GraceAlone #Salvation #FaithVsWorks #Christianity #Theology

Leaving a high-control church system? You're not alone. God's grace is sufficient as you process. Give yourself time, trust His promise. Beliefs will shift, and that's okay. Rest in His completed work. #SpiritualGrowth #FindingPeace #Grace #Trust #FaithJourney

Is salvation earned through rituals, or is it a change of heart from encountering Christ? Adding requirements to grace is a different gospel, Paul warns. #Salvation #Grace #Faith #Christianity #Theology

Grace isn’t step one. It’s everything. This week we’re exposing how salvation gets turned into a process—and why that’s not the gospel.

Grace is one of the most misunderstood and misrepresented topics in Oneness Pentecostalism, and we’re all over it this week. We unpack how many churches turn God’s free gift into a process, adding steps and requirements that Scripture never actually teaches. From “grace-only” strawman arguments, to the redefinition of the gospel itself, we walk through what the Bible really says about salvation and faith. In light of Resurrection Sunday, we anchor everything in the finished work of Christ and what the resurrection actually proves. If you’ve ever been told you didn’t do enough, say it right, or complete all the steps after encountering grace, we invite you to join us for this discussion. Last Week: Who Controls Your Music? Biblical Discernment & Freedom – EP129- https://youtu.be/t2EBVBcuDBw Playlists: Grace Escape - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f9ERikAYlc4GW3U04LgI0uW Holiness Standards - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f9mstgSEcS7VDrX2J4PHmzl The Church Building - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-xWOOZI8ygTa2bjHotSzfh Examining Pentecostalism - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-wcgovpsEwfpV02tWpwXAZ The “MOG” (Man of God) - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-AZ-6O6CQ3auiF-jddjuQa All About The Money - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f_vExBRUMQRIxqgbFexAMQv Abuse In The Pulpit - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f9EyN7gNkHFxr19loK8MthL Addressing NAYC 2025 Comments - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f8j9Oqo1ut5FKw65XnV0RFj FEAR!!! FEAR!!! FEAR!!! - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-ZvNiV12NPd5SbGkXsl2Sp Music’s “Play” In It All - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f_RRvftpRPuaKNylmC2G1J_ Grace, Grace, God’s Grace - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f9Ps0QA2Mx21Pz-B6VNlvSw Show Links: EP92 - Mocking Grace: Did We Leave the UPCI to Sin Freely? - https://youtu.be/MktCzjGqK_E EP126 - “Exposing Pentecostal Leaders: The Predictable Backlash of Men in Power” - https://youtu.be/igr00HrHPFI David K Bernard - “grace doesn’t just sit there” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpqRVaSPpzo&t=577s Nathaniel Urshan - “easy-greasy buffet” - https://youtu.be/ClBN0S8LQhM?si=sGvM6tXBSXXu-phE&t=626 Jeff Arnold - “nincompoops” - https://youtu.be/CLAoSNX-QsY?si=ipm29tHrMxmSvMAD&t=455 Giving An Answer - all you have to do is believe - https://youtu.be/6nxu9tSQ3P0?si=yKJg_DRlXA-cD4PL&t=1313 Brandon Stroud - “grand license to sin” - https://www.youtube.com/live/yyE4xC8yAXc?t=1575s Anthony Mangun - “greasy grace” - https://www.youtube.com/live/wDfT3stKbd4?si=3Jy8MVCnSOt_A8Tr&t=1818 David K Bernard - “have you obeyed the gospel?” - https://youtu.be/og0laciyNmc?si=mzu_QK2AkXwiRypz&t=1810 Raymond Woodward - “gospel = a circular word” -https://www.youtube.com/live/QwPfzB6Fufw?si=MIrIkLrDoXsVm7tD&t=3104 David K Bernard - “grace doesn’t leave us in our sins” - https://www.youtube.com/live/BZfcoPfOk3I?si=akjoZrd-YgpbD5e5&t=5853 Mark Morgan - “live however I wanna live” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyVIFvG1GrA&t=1000s Resources: DivideTheWord.blog Responsible Faith - YouTube Spiritualabuse.orgB.I.T.E. Model ⁠Website B.I.T.E. Model ⁠Free PDFBook: Toxic Faith Book: The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse Books: Pagan Christianity? Exploring the Roots of Our Church Practices Book: Christianity without the Cross: A History of Salvation in Oneness Pentecostalism Book: Free: From Legalism to Grace Connect with us! 📱Leave a voicemail or text us! (484) 424-7223 ⁠⁠📨 Send us an email! hello@graceescapepod.com 💻 http://graceescapepod.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram DISCLAIMER :This podcast is for educational and commentary purposes only. The views expressed in this podcast are based on personal opinions, theological analysis, and publicly available information. Our intent is to critique doctrines, teachings, and practices within fundamentalist church systems from a biblical perspective. We do not make accusations of illegal activity, nor do we intend to defame any individual or organization. Viewers are encouraged to research and form their own conclusions. Fair Use Notice: This video may contain copyrighted material used under the Fair Use Doctrine (17 U.S.C. § 107) for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, and news reporting. All footage used falls within fair use guidelines and is presented with added context and analysis. If you are a rights holder and believe your material has been used unfairly, please contact us before taking any action.

Music operates in the soulish realm, activating dopamine and creating addiction disguised as God's presence. This 'therapy with a backbeat' is a deception. We don't feel God; we discern Him. Stop the feel-good fleshly baloney and embrace sound thinking and theology. #SoundTheology #Discernment #upci #wpf #aljc #pentecostal

We taking a closer look at the lyrics being sung in many modern Pentecostal worship sets. Are these songs actually grounded in Scripture… or are they quietly teaching theology that the Bible never promised? We examine several popular worship songs and compare the lyrics directly to what God’s Word says about the gospel, the Holy Spirit, and who worship is really supposed to point to. Our goal isn’t to pick music apart, it’s to make sure the songs filling our hearts are actually pointing us to Jesus and the truth of the gospel. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. - Colossians 3:16 ESV

We’ve been exposing how music can manipulate emotions and how unbiblical lyrics can quietly shape what we believe. In this final episode of our music series, we’re bringing it all together by focusing on something deeply personal. How YOU can develop biblical discernment when it comes to music. We tackle the “secular music” question without fear, walk through practical ways to guard your heart and mind in emotionally driven worship settings, and explore what Scripture actually shows us about music. Most importantly, we want to encourage you to take back your agency and stop handing your discernment over to church leaders or worship teams. Because when the Word of Christ dwells in you richly, you don’t have to be controlled by music. You can evaluate it clearly and walk in freedom. But solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers of discernment trained by constant practice to distinguish good from evil. - Hebrews 5:14 ESV

Grace… but with conditions? 🤔 This week on Grace Escape, we’re tackling one of the biggest misunderstandings in Pentecostalism: Is grace just the starting point… or is it EVERYTHING? https://youtu.be/L0YmT9-fPlo We’re exposing the “grace-only” strawman, breaking down what the Bible actually says about salvation, and showing why adding steps to grace changes the gospel entirely. And with it being Resurrection Sunday… we’re anchoring it all in what Jesus already finished. If you’ve ever been told you didn’t do enough, didn’t say it right, or didn’t complete the process… this one’s for you. ❤️

This week we’re taking a closer look at the lyrics being sung in many modern Pentecostal worship sets. Are these songs actually grounded in Scripture… or are they quietly teaching theology that the Bible never promised? We examine several popular worship songs and compare the lyrics directly to what God’s Word says about the gospel, the Holy Spirit, and who worship is really supposed to point to. Our goal isn’t to pick music apart, it’s to make sure the songs filling our hearts are actually pointing us to Jesus and the truth of the gospel. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. - Colossians 3:16 ESV

This week we’re taking a closer look at the lyrics being sung in many modern Pentecostal worship sets. Are these songs actually grounded in Scripture… or are they quietly teaching theology that the Bible never promised? We examine several popular worship songs and compare the lyrics directly to what God’s Word says about the gospel, the Holy Spirit, and who worship is really supposed to point to. Our goal isn’t to pick music apart, it’s to make sure the songs filling our hearts are actually pointing us to Jesus and the truth of the gospel. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. - Colossians 3:16 ESV

This week we’re taking a closer look at the lyrics being sung in many modern Pentecostal worship sets. Are these songs actually grounded in Scripture… or are they quietly teaching theology that the Bible never promised? We examine several popular worship songs and compare the lyrics directly to what God’s Word says about the gospel, the Holy Spirit, and who worship is really supposed to point to. Our goal isn’t to pick music apart, it’s to make sure the songs filling our hearts are actually pointing us to Jesus and the truth of the gospel. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. - Colossians 3:16 ESV

Over the past couple episodes, we’ve exposed how music can manipulate emotions and how unbiblical lyrics can quietly shape what we believe. In this final episode of our music series, we’re bringing it all together by focusing on something deeply personal. How YOU can develop biblical discernment when it comes to music. We tackle the “secular music” question without fear, walk through practical ways to guard your heart and mind in emotionally driven worship settings, and explore what Scripture actually shows us about music. Most importantly, we want to encourage you to take back your agency and stop handing your discernment over to church leaders or worship teams. Because when the Word of Christ dwells in you richly, you don’t have to be controlled by music. You can evaluate it clearly and walk in freedom. But solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers of discernment trained by constant practice to distinguish good from evil. - Hebrews 5:14 ESV Last Week: The Worship Song Problem: Are We Singing Truth… or Just Feelings? - EP128 - https://youtu.be/UBTcNJhVuXg Playlists: Grace Escape - Full Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f9ERikAYlc4GW3U04LgI0uW Holiness Standards - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f9mstgSEcS7VDrX2J4PHmzl The Church Building - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-xWOOZI8ygTa2bjHotSzfh Examining Pentecostalism - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-wcgovpsEwfpV02tWpwXAZ The “MOG” (Man of God) - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-AZ-6O6CQ3auiF-jddjuQa All About The Money - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f_vExBRUMQRIxqgbFexAMQv Abuse In The Pulpit - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f9EyN7gNkHFxr19loK8MthL Addressing NAYC Comments - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f8j9Oqo1ut5FKw65XnV0RFj FEAR!!! FEAR!!! FEAR!!! - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aRj7l1t4f-ZvNiV12NPd5SbGkXsl2Sp Show Links: Music Manipulation: How Pentecostal Services Engineer Emotion - EP127 - https://youtu.be/jVLwtR0FJG4 EP45 - Exposing The Ritualistic Worship Service - https://youtu.be/0i1AmY4M4IQ Wesley Jackson - “you don’t get a choice!” - https://www.youtube.com/live/MpB-PvsfmPM?si=XWEXLSkqI2VvCBqr&t=4099 Tampa Life Worship - “entertain His presence” - https://www.youtube.com/live/ljauT51IrCA?si=ErqzkPl3xvXTmQAX&t=1242 Nathaniel Urshan - “you can’t listen to worldly music!” - https://www.youtube.com/live/xJv6mxTd5K8?si=vrcH_28hFzs-S7fN&t=3406 Nathan Holmes - “worship for what you FEEL” - https://www.youtube.com/live/Kgg_RKGiJmk?si=ePakY42pJ6RuFsC6&t=1677 David Johnson - “that sound HIT me” - https://www.youtube.com/live/VazGKoZiRTA?si=IOtwtcHwa-ROKdso&t=4329 Josh Herring - “they did a fantastic job!” - https://www.youtube.com/live/pudmsZ46DrM?si=zCE6yobvdMH5RmoH&t=247 Joel Holmes - “secular music praises the devil!” - https://www.youtube.com/live/z0WiTNVcZ5M?si=o4gxk25ttQKlVskA&t=5045 Jacob Phillips - “worldly music isn't coming in” - https://www.youtube.com/live/N_yAAJuCncQ?si=rLZM-arL--5eXhFO&t=6483 Robert Tisdale - “that HOG escape feeling” - https://www.youtube.com/live/ljauT51IrCA?si=wVd9ejTeVxJlWJci&t=1734 PEAK 2025 Music - “this is your opportunity!” - https://www.youtube.com/live/3K0VILkQfCE?si=PXGcvVfWBD3XPy0G&t=2374 David Jennings & Nathan Holmes - “can we show everybody?” - https://www.youtube.com/live/FkG9yAyugME?si=XG6lf5CsBwylwIl0&t=3644 Taylor Fish - “pick ‘em up & put ‘em down” - https://www.youtube.com/live/7928hDtx654?si=OsAY9sGWVcGN1g_L&t=3716 Taylor Fish - “rock with me” - https://youtu.be/BHU2VkoagwA?si=Ndrg2XiYYdQ2JFC6 Jeff Arnold - “we got Satan’s job!” - https://youtu.be/WdBpKGaJiLA?si=XFjUn-GvCCDhONSK&t=2338 Mark Crowder - “we need a jailbreak” - https://www.youtube.com/live/aoMUXS9z6R4?si=bBbkpIphZv23IZsm&t=1765 Robert Tisdale - “discernment is masked suspicion” - https://youtu.be/R96Are4kfts?si=QABB-i8rdHqGFZyz&t=110 Josh Herring - “you’re annoying everybody!” - https://www.youtube.com/live/1MONYUIHNpA?si=E82sf3tL3JRV7EzN&t=1317 Resources: DivideTheWord.blog - Responsible Faith - https://www.youtube.com/@ResponsibleFaith Spiritualabuse.org - http://SpiritualAbuse.org B.I.T.E. Model ⁠Website: https://bit.ly / B.I.T.E. Model ⁠Free PDF⁠: https://bit.ly/BITE-PDF Book: The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse - https://amzn.to/3UUFKA Book: Pagan Christianity? Exploring the Roots of Our Church Practices:⁠ https://amzn.to/3UR5IEt Book: Toxic Faith - https://amzn.to/3LsRreN https://youtu.be/2Bxc4hSCDKU?si=jjASsvJi7WXoKsvU&t=1003 https://www.youtube.com/live/8OzkiomHSRk?si=Gi3D0mrs_JzqPZuO&t=4616 https://www.youtube.com/live/iBohjYETd5I?si=IkWEO7tvtoGfUMiX&t=1283 Connect with us: 📱Leave a message or text us! us! (484) 424-7223 ⁠⁠📨 Send us an email! hello@graceescapepod.com https://twitter.com/graceescapepod https://www.instagram.com/graceescapepod