THEY BURIED PEOPLE INSIDE WALLS. No, this isn't the plot of a horror movie. Archaeologists have discovered skeletons encased within famous landmarks and ancient structures around the world. Why? What if one forgotten practice unlocks some of the most mysterious passages in the Bible? What do these seemingly unrelated things have in common?The Passover"Behold, I stand at the door and knock..." (Revelation 3:20)The London BridgeThe Stone of Scone used in British coronationsWedding thresholdsShip christeningsRed carpetsThe answer is something called The Threshold Covenant—an ancient practice so widespread that once you see it, you'll never read Scripture the same way again. On this episode of the Cross Files Podcast, Jennifer Parks of the Gritty Ladies Book Club joins us to explore the shocking connections hidden in plain sight. In this episode, you'll discover:The REAL meaning of Revelation 3:20—and why it's probably NOT what you were taught in Sunday school.Why ancient cultures around the world buried living humans beneath foundations to "protect" buildings.Why the Passover wasn't bizarre in its original context—it was understood by everyone living in the ancient world.The chilling connection between Psalm 91 and threshold language that gave us goosebumps.The disturbing reality of human depravity... and why the grace of God is the ONLY difference between us and the darkest people who have ever lived.David Berkowitz ("Son of Sam"): Is his prison conversion genuine? One pastor spent over 100 hours with him behind bars.Jacob's Ladder, the Stone of Scone, and why Britain's monarchy still incorporates ancient symbolism today. And stay until the very end...Jennifer shares a deeply moving vision that had us fighting back tears. It is a powerful reminder that no matter how dark the world becomes, God's mercy still reaches people at the threshold. Have you ever heard of the Threshold Covenant before? Watch the episode and let us know what surprised you the most.Book Mentioned:The Threshold Covenant by Henry Clay Trumbull (public domain)Also discussed:Monster Mirror — the story of David BerkowitzSpecial Guest:Jennifer ParksGritty Ladies Book Club

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