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In today's episode, Charlton interviews David Bercot an Early Church Scholar on the history of Christianity in Africa. Brother David Bercot has a dedication not only to understand the historic Christian faith but to make the faith once for all delivered to the saints accessible to the everyday Christians. His works include but are not limited to, "A Dictionary of Early Christian Beliefs", "The Kingdom That Turned the World Upside Down", "Will the Real Heretics Please Stand Up" and "Will the Theologians Please Sit Down".Scroll Publishing The Historic Faith Online Course

In this episode, we discuss one of our favorite times of the year the Paschal celebration! This is a time to reflect and celebrate the death, burial, resurrection of Christ. We see types and shadows in the Hebrew Scriptures and we get an image in the New Testament, but the reality is Jesus the Christ. As Melito of Sardis says "Christ is the mystery of Pascha." 

Trying to see the world through the eyes of a child is full of adventure, curiosity, and wonder.An airplane becomes a spaceship, taking off into a sea of stars. Flying into an undiscovered galaxy, with the anticipation of discovering the unknown. A vacuum cleaner automatically transforms into a giant robot sucking up everything in its path.A snowstorm is a dancing wonderland, with promises of fresh doughnuts, hot chocolate and endless castles to be built. These were some of the things we saw through the eyes of our children on our recent ‘round the world’ trip to the United States. As a couple, we have been on countless airplanes and seen incredible places over the years. But traveling with our children, as a whole family, turned this particular trip into a beautiful memory that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. We were blessed to share such a sweet time together. During our trip, our five Ugandan children became US Citizens and had many new and exciting experiences.Join us for today’s new podcast episode where we share about our recent travels, and some of the encouraging and funny moments we shared along the way. Also, we talk about our adoption immigration appointment, and why we made the decision to not swear an oath during our adoption proceedings. Instead opting to affirm, which is a verbal, and formal declaration.

In this episode, we welcome back to the show Dr. Finny Kuruvilla the founder of Sattler College in Boston, MA. Dr. Kuruvilla shares the vision behind Sattler College to equip Jesus' peaceful revolution in a rigorous academic atmosphere centered around Christian discipleship. The three C's of Sattler College:- Cost - Core Curriculum- Christian Discipleship https://www.sattlercollege.org/

Differences of opinion when it comes to spiritual doctrines and worldview can be very challenging, especially in the marriage relationship. In this episode, we discuss a bit of our Christian journey and share 5 biblical principles for when convictions collide in marriage. 1. Prayer and Blessing2. Share Convictions in Love3. Start with a Blank Slate4. Build the Puzzle Together 5. Live out the Truths You Discover

In today's episode, we discuss the book "Target Africa" which explores neocolonialism and the ongoing oppression it is causing in developing countries. We also discuss justice from the biblical perspective and how God's desire is for His people to be part of the solution bringing "Restorative Justice" to the hurts in the world. We hope this will be the start of many conversations about these issues.

Here in Uganda, we have been staying up to date with everything happening in the United States. The whole world is watching. And our native brothers and sisters have a few things to say. So we want to use this small platform that we have, our podcast, to invite a few of our Ugandan/Kenyan brethren on to have a discussion. As Christians living in the world, but not of the world. As blacks living in Africa, not in the United States. We want to have an open and honest conversation about culture, race, and racism. Stereotypes and biases. How do we break down walls? What can we do to reach out to those that are hurting? What does this look like for the global church? Racial reconciliation is vitally important to the gospel.

In this episode, Charlton and Yann continue the conversation about eco-theology, specifically addressing 2 Peter 3:10 which seems to convey the idea of creation being destroyed by fire, but is that the true picture that scripture paints, we look at the several New Testament uses for the greek word stoicheion to bring clarity to the passage in 2 Peter. We hope this episode will challenge you to dig deep into your own studies and appreciate the literary styles of the bible.

In this episode, we have a biblically grounded discussion about ecology. We sit down with Yann Larrieu and define Ecotheology, and where it came from. What is a Christian's role in creation? What is our responsibility, and what should our outlook be towards God's cosmos? We also discuss the three main ways to understand the creation mandate. Natasha also shares 10 Tips For a More Eco-Friendly Sustainable Lifestyle, that will have you saving money while you're at it!

In this episode, we invited Stan and Graham our Canadian brothers from episode 9 to join us for a discussion about how the Covid-19 lockdown has impacted our day to day schedules and how we can use our time wisely, and keep principles of separation in focus especially with all the "digital distractions".

In this episode, we highlight the work of His Image Ministries which is an anti-abortion ministry that operates in Kampala. We also discuss how COVID-19 is impacting Uganda. If you would like to find out more about His Image Ministries or Antioch Christian Resource Center please visit our website http://www.antioch-of-africa.comWhatsApp # +256.780.245.230

In this episode, we discuss the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and how we as Christians are called to love and embrace those around us.

The Jesus Model: Intensive Companionship, Teaching, & TestingJoin us for another interview with Finny Kuruvilla, today we explore the Why, What and How of discipleship. Brother Finny puts forth a working definition and three essential components of discipleship.Why: For the glory of God What: Building the Kingdom of God How: Through discipleship http://www.followers-of-the-way.org

We apologize for being a bit silent, but the silence is because we have had many good things happening!In this episode, we share updates about the adoption as well as some visitors we have had recently. We discuss our journey to Northern Uganda to attend an Introduction (Ugandan Wedding). We also reflect on spiritual disciplines, having a vision and setting goals for 2020. Be on the lookout for a special episode next week about discipleship with brother Finny Kuruvilla!

Happy New Year In this episode, we had the joy and pleasure to have brother Finny with us in Uganda. Finny shares a bit of his journey and what has brought him to where he is at today. Finny Kuruvilla lives and works in Boston Massachusetts with his wife and 7 children, they are faithfully living out the teachings of Jesus with many other brothers and sisters in one of the largest cities in America. We hope today's episode will be an inspiration on your faith journey!

In this episode, Natasha sits down with two friends to discuss matters pertaining to the head covering found in 1 Corinthians 11. If you haven't listened to the first episode we did on the head covering where we unpack the Apostolic teaching please go listen to help set the stage for the current discussion!Also, we encourage you to listen to a thorough teaching by brother Finny Kuruvilla on the Head covering in 1 Corinthians 11. Part 1, Part 2, Part 3

This episode is all about adoption! We share a piece of our adoption story, as well as a very exciting family update. We have also compiled a list, and discuss, four things to consider before adopting. These are things that we have learned along the way, and feel are extremely important especially in the context of international adoption.1. Understand the Emotional Impact of Adoption2. Do Your Research3. Be Prepared to Practice Patience and Perseverance 4. Show Cultural Sensitivity

Is the head covering a practice for the church today? In this episode, we address this apostolic teaching found in 1 Corinthians 11. Natasha also shares her convictions on why she began to cover her head. Also, listen to a thorough teaching by brother Finny Kuruvilla on the Head covering in 1 Corinthians 11. Part 1, Part 2, Part 3

We missed a couple of weeks on our podcast, so we wanted to update everyone on life, the tropical disease that keeps getting us down, and our newest adventure of camping in Africa with our children. We also had the opportunity to interview Graham and Stanley, our newest mission additions from Canada. They will be sojourning with us for the next year, and are diligently working on a detailed research project in oral communication patterns. This is the second podcast we have done talking about communication so if you haven't listened to our interview with Yann and Hannah Larrieu click here to listen!

In this episode Charlton reflects and shares his thoughts in light of a dear family in our fellowship who lost their baby boy. Death is the last enemy that will be destroyed and it is not the intention of our God who has given us the vocation of life. Christians have hope in the resurrected Messiah!For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality. So when this corruptible has put on incorruption, and this mortal has put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written: “Death is swallowed up in victory.”“O Death, where is your sting?O Hades, where is your victory?”The sting of death is sin, and the strength of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus the King. Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.

In this episode we discuss the why behind our choice to homeschool our children. As well as the how, with having nine students this year. Our approach to home education is founded in the scriptures, so we dig deep into the principles found in Deuteronomy. We also share what curriculum, and resources we use.Therefore you shall lay up these words of mine in your heart and in your soul, and bind them as a sign on your hand, and they shall be as frontlets between your eyes. You shall teach them to your children, speaking of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise up.

Have you ever wondered about the most effective way to communicate cross-culturally? Then this episode is for you!We had the opportunity to interview Yann and Hannah Larrieu, who just moved to Uganda from the Greek island of Lesvos where they worked in a refugee camp called Moria for several years. Yann grew up in Qatar, and Hannah grew up in Ireland. The Lord has certainly used them in big ways, and we know everyone will thoroughly enjoy this conversation.

So what is our holy calling? It certainly is nothing we can do in our own strength. In this episode Natasha is sharing parts of her testimony, and the work God has been doing in her heart over the years as she has yielded in obedience to King Jesus. She gives her reflections on the story of Mary in the Gospel according to Luke, and how Mary finds favor in God's eyes. Natasha also discusses what it means to be precious in the sight of God according to the instructions given by the apostle Peter.

Part 2 - Greater works than these will you do because I go to the Father...Today we're continuing our discussion with Matthew as we reflect on the creation story and the significance of being created in God's image. God's intention in the Gospel is to remake humanity into what He wanted humans to be, Jesus is the express image of the Father and has shown us the true way of humanity.

Part 1 - As Christians in God's Kingdom what is our place, and where do we belong in relation to the world, government, and crisis? Today we're unpacking how we confront injustice in our world with our special guest, Matthew Milioni. Matthew is a Christian who is committed to seeing the Kingdom of God on earth as it is in heaven. He played an instrumental role in serving the South Sudanese Refugees in the midst of their civil war, which displaced millions of men, women, and children. His faithful witness for our King is inspiring.

Refreshed and eager to share the wonderful ways God is working through His church after a trip back to the States. Join us as we discuss the highlights of our time away, as well as the importance of strong group discipleship, accountability, radical candor, and the role of repentance.

In this episode we discuss the ways God has been working in our lives and we answer the question "Why Uganda".