The Lost Mission Podcast

Welcome to episode 2 on aliens! Are aliens real? Should we be worried about them? Does the Bible talk about aliens? What about UFO's? Has the government been lying to us the whole time. Aliens, Aliens, ALIENS!!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/don-vanzant/support

Today we are discussing the top of alien, or extra terrestrial life. Are aliens real? Should we be worried about them? Does the Bible talk about aliens? What about UFO's? Has the government been lying to us the whole time. Aliens, Aliens, ALIENS!!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/don-vanzant/support

In this second episode I will be responding to a video from a Holiness pastor, claiming to provide answers for confused Christians and pastors surrounding holiness issues. Although, his claim is to provide answers and shed truth, he does none of that. The goal of this video is to expose the errors spoken by Brent, and also to clear up many Biblical errors. This is meant in love, and hopefully will be received as such. Hard things are said, but the hope is redemption and reconciliation. If Brent would like to reach out to me personally he can reach me on Facebook. Speaking of Facebook. Here's the link to my podcast page: https://www.facebook.com/TheLostMissionPodcast Also here is the link to Brent's original video: https://www.youtube.com/live/vAzLna_pC4w?feature=share 2 Peas On A Pod Rebuttal: https://youtu.be/TbTFBddnnkY --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/don-vanzant/support

In this episode I will be responding to a video from a Holiness pastor, claiming to provide answers for confused Christians and pastors surrounding holiness issues. Although, his claim is to provide answers and shed truth, he does none of that. The goal of this video is to expose the errors spoken by Brent, and also to clear up many Biblical errors. This is meant in love, and hopefully will be received as such. Hard things are said, but the hope is redemption and reconciliation. If Brent would like to reach out to me personally he can reach me on Facebook. Speaking of Facebook. Here's the link to my podcast page: https://www.facebook.com/TheLostMissi... Also here is the link to Brent's original video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAzLna_pC4w&t=259s --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/don-vanzant/support

“Many Christians have a basic desire to live a holy life, but have come to believe they simply cannot do it. They have struggled for years with particular sins or deficiencies of character. While not living in gross sin, they have more or less given up ever attaining a life of holiness and have settled down to a life of moral mediocrity with which neither they nor God are pleased.” The Pursuit of Holiness Does salvation ever feel like a struggle? Holiness feel unattainable? In this video we discuss what it truly means to leave the kingdom of darkness for the Kingdom of God. Often our response to becoming a Christian is reactionary, rather than provisional. We think we must react to the world around in order to avoid all its temptations and snares, rather than rest in the security provided us in Christ. Now, we must resist temptation. That's a given. There is a warfare to fight. We would do well to remember, that Satan was defeated by Christ at Calvary. So, when we are saved we don't just switch sides. We enter an eternal kingdom of righteous, peace, joy, and victory. Rejoice O' Christian! You are victorious in Christ! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/don-vanzant/support

With everything to consider when we discuss holiness, the single most important thing is Christ. It is only because of His holiness that we can achieve any degree of holiness. Before we can really consider our own personal holiness, we must consider the holiness of Christ. That's what were talking about on todays show, so stick around! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/don-vanzant/support

In todays episode I will be responding to a popular holiness podcast that discusses holiness standards, specifically the issue of hair length for men and women. This particular episode was full of misleading, misogynistic, false, and sometimes outright cultish tactics. I pray this episode is a blessing and hopefully answers some common objections raised by fundamentalists preaching when it comes to this difficult passage. Three things to remember when reading this setting of Scripture are submission, distinction, and worship. The Bible is a book intended to be both read and studied. This is an example of a bad reading of scripture, leading to bad study, and ultimately bad conclusions. If you are interested in doing better study I have three book recommendations for you: "Exegetical Fallacies", DA Carson https://www.amazon.com/Exegetical-Fallacies-D-Carson-ebook/dp/B00CZALQ1A/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=exegetical+fallacies+by+d.a.+carson&qid=1676767460&sprefix=exegetical+%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-1 "How To Read Your Bible For All It's Worth", Gordon Fee, Douglas Stuart https://www.amazon.com/How-Read-Bible-All-Worth-ebook/dp/B00GS084YA/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=how+to+read+your+bible+for+all+its+worth&qid=1676768065&sprefix=how+to+read+your+bible+for%2Caps%2C305&sr=8-1 "How To Eat Your Bible", Nate Pickowicz https://www.amazon.com/How-Eat-Your-Bible-Approach/dp/B08ZWH9BJJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=15DOL5S6SV2NZ&keywords=how+to+eat+your+bible&qid=1676768097&sprefix=how+to+eat+your+%2Caps%2C171&sr=8-1 Follow Us On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLostMissionPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

“Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.”  (Hebrews 12:14)  What exactly do these words mean? Why does God demand holiness? In the end, will our salvation somehow depend on our holiness? In this video I give reasons for the necessity of holiness...or is it four?  At any rate, were discussing Heb. 12:14, and why holiness is not an option in the life of a believer. Stick around, it's gonna be a good one!  This study is taken from Jerry Bridges "The Pursuit of Holiness" To purchase a copy simply click the following link:  https://www.amazon.com/Pursuit-Holiness-Jerry-Bridges/dp/1631466399/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3SV4YQ16K2NI9&keywords=the+pursuit+of+holiness&qid=1670713818&sprefix=the+%2Caps%2C147&sr=8-1 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

In todays episode we discuss the holiness of God. If we are to be holy, we must first remember that God is holy. Topics of discussion in this video include: Why Does Holiness Matter At All? A Cultural Holiness Holiness As An Attribute of God Holiness In The Character of God But how does the holiness of God affect our lives? If you're interested then check out the episode! Link to the book: https://www.amazon.com/Pursuit-Holiness-Jerry-Bridges/dp/1631466399/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+pursuit+of+holiness+jerry+bridges&qid=1662390302&s=books&sprefix=the+pursuit+of+hol%2Cstripbooks%2C191&sr=1-1 Follow The Lost Mission Podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100035320212410 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Welcome back to the Lost Mission Podcast. After an extended sabbatical I am back with an all new series on holiness. This series is called "Pursuing Holiness". We are going to tackle the real issues of what holiness is and how it functions in the life of a Christian. The resource for this study is the incredible book "The Pursuit of Holiness" by Jerry Bridges. In this episode I will tackle the question "Is Holiness For You?" Maybe your questioning the holiness movement, or have just left a fundamentalist background, but still have a desire for biblical holiness. If that is you, then stick around. This show is for you! Link to the book: https://www.amazon.com/Pursuit-Holiness-Jerry-Bridges/dp/1631466399/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+pursuit+of+holiness+jerry+bridges&qid=1662390302&s=books&sprefix=the+pursuit+of+hol%2Cstripbooks%2C191&sr=1-1 Follow The Lost Mission Podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100035320212410 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

In this episode we briefly cover chapters 5 and 6 of Galatians and see what answer he provides for legalism. The answer is simple. Be led by the Spirit! Aaaand stick around to the end for an update on the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

In todays episode I interview Dr. Stephen Boyce on the topic of legalism. We discuss the nature of legalism, share a few laughs, and he gives some helpful insight for thinking through the extremes of law and liberty. Enjoy the episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

In chapter 4 of Galatians Paul is going to remind the Galatians that since they have been saved, they should not return to elementary principles of the world. In this video we are going to answer four basic questions about the chapter. 1. What is the heir? (v. 1-7) 2. Is slavery to the world better than slavery to the law? (v.8-10) 3. How does legalism affect brotherly love? (v. 12-20) 4. How are Abrahams sons an illustration of legalism and liberty? (v. 21-31) One of the dangers of coming out of legalism is the temptation to become progressive, or deconstruct our faith entirely. The reality of faith is that it strips away everything but Christ. So then, legalism is not the answer, but neither is "worldliness." https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/justin-taylor/why-abba-does-not-mean-daddy/ https://www.amazon.com/Galatians-You-Reading-Feeding-Leading/dp/1908762578 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

In chapter 3 of Galatians Paul is going to give three different arguments for why justification is by faith alone. These arguments are: A Personal Argument A Scriptural Argument A Logical Argument At the end of these arguments he is going to show how legalism is a prison, because all who live under the law, are living in bondage. Enjoy the video. Warren Wiesrbe "Be Free" Commentary https://www.amazon.com/Be-Free-Galatians-Spirituality-Commentary/dp/1434767477 Follow on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheLostMissionPodcast/?ref=pages_you_manage --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

In this second part of our series on Galatians and legalism we'll be looking at how Paul deals with legalism inside the church at Galatia. His surprising encounter with the apostle Peter highlights how the modern evangelical church, specifically the holiness/fundamentalist groups should deal with legalism in their churches today. Enjoy the episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

In this first video on Paul's epistle to the Galatians we are going to look at a few claims made within the Holiness Movement, and see if they are what we would consider legalism. We are also going to give some background as to why Paul wrote Galatians. Who were the false teachers? Why was he so upset about their apparent apostasy? And Paul's claims that there is no other Gospel. Enjoy the video! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

What is Christian Science? Today I give a brief overview of the history and origins of the cult of Christian Science. I discuss it's founder, Mary Baker Eddy, her mentor P.P. Quimby, her many ailments and what the church looks like in modern culture. Enjoy the episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

The rise and fall of the cult of David Koresh and the Branch Davidians in Waco Texas is one of the most well known stories of modern Christian tragedy. But there's much more to the story that the siege of April 19, 1993. Much more. What started as a split from the Seventh Day Adventist church evolved into a sad tale of death and destruction. Today we discuss the humble beginnings and fiery end of the Branch Davidians in Waco, Texas --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

The Seventh Day Adventists have a long history of doctrinal errors. In this episode I discuss their views of the Sabbath, The Mark of The Beast, The Investigative Judgment and more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Who are the Seventh Day Aadventists? Are they a cult? Are the Christian? Are they somewhere in between? In this epsode I give a brief history of the origins of this group. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

The mysterious disappearance and death of Gabby Petito has been in forefront of American thinking lately. It has been seen across social media and the news. But where was God? How does the Gospel interact with this story? In this episodeI give a Christian response to the sad story of the life and death of Gabby Petito. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Today we discuss various dangers, and allegations of abuse within the Watchtower Organization. Jehovah's Witnesses have a history dangerous doctrines and practices that have caused great harm, and trauma for their members. The degree of religious trauma that many within the group have faced is alarming to say the least. Usually I say, I hope you enjoy the episode...but today may not be so enjoyable. It needs to be discussed though... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Today we discuss several failed prophecies from Jehovah's Witnesses, as well as The New World Translation of the Bible. This group has been infamous for making bold predictions surrounding the end of the world, the apocalypse, and Armageddon. None of their predictions have come true. Furthermore their translation of Scriptures has many flaws of it's own. In this sort of two parts in one video, we discuss both these issues. Enjoy the episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

What do Jehovah's Witnesses believe about God, Heaven and Hell? What about the 144,000? In today's video we discuss many core beliefs of the cult of Jehovah's Witnesses. We should strive to know how to lovingly engage this group. But we should also be aware of their beliefs. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Who are Jehovah's Witnesses? Was Charles Taze Russell a false teacher? Why do Jehovah's Witnesses go door to door? All of these are legitimate questions when we think of the group. JW's are among the most recognizable groups when we consider cults. But most do not know their history., Where they came from, and their tendency to completely change their beliefs when they no longer fit their agenda. This is video number one of four, where we will discuss the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, otherwise known as...Jehovah's Witnesses. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Deliver us from evil. It's a popular phrase in culture. But, is Jesus referring to an abstract evil force, or is He referring to the devil himself? When we pray, deliver us from evil, are we basically admitting "the devil made me do it" when it comes to evil. Today, we discuss this issue and more, in this final episode of our series on The Lord's Prayer. Thanks for checking out The Lost Mission Podcast! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

No amount of prayer will ever eliminate temptation from our lives. The difference prayer makes is in the way we pray when we are dealing with temptation, and even how we understand what temptation is, in the first place. Today, we are going to try and understand more about what temptation is, and what Christ meant by telling us to pray that we would not be led into temptation in the first place. Matthew 6:13And lead us not into temptation… #leadusnotintotemptation #prayer #thelostmissionpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

If you've ever struggled in prayer with forgiveness of sins this video is for you. How do we forgive? What is a debt? What is a sin? Do I have to forgive to be saved? We address these issues and more in this episode of The Lost Mission Podcast. Enjoy the episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

In this episode we discuss the fourth petition of The Lord's Prayer. This is the petition dealing with daily bread. Is God concerned with our day to day needs? Is it just a pious thing to pray for bread when we have an abundance of food and material things? Today, we talk about all those things. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Today we are actually going to cover not just one, but two petitions in the prayer. The petitions thy kingdom come and thy will be done. Matthew 6:10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. So, after Jesus has completed speaking about how we are to hallow God's name in prayer, He then turns His attention to God's kingdom. He teaches His disciples to pray “thy kingdom come, thy will be on earth as it is in Heaven. Of all seven petitions on the prayer. Petitions 2 & 3 have a greater sense of sureness to them. These are the prayers God will answer. His will and His Kingdom will be accomplished. That's not to say man doesn't have free will, but in the grand scheme of things, God wins. I hope all believers can agree there. #thykigdomcome #prayer #willofgod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

In this continued series on prayer we are going to discuss the first petition of the Lord's Prayer. Is it a prayer, a praise, something else. Let's talk about it! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

There are right ways to pray, and wrong ways to pray. Today we are going to discuss two ways you might be praying...the wrong way. But, don't be discouraged, were also going to talk about how we can pray the right way. Enjoy the podcast! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Prayer is one of the most personal and intimate connections with God that the believer has. It can also be one of the greatest struggles we face, as Christians. This is the first episode in our new series on prayer. For the next several weeks are are going to be looking into The Lord's Prayer, as we endeavor to enrich our prayer lives, and understand this spiritual discipline in a greater way. In this video we are going to explore just what prayer is, what The Lord's Prayer is, and a few differences that occur in Matthew and Luke's accounts of the prayer. Enjoy the podcast! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Welcome to the finale of the Bible Reports! This week we are going to discuss a very important issue, and one that I feel is vital to the conversation surrounding Bible translation, especially in the age of social media. We're also going to answer a few objections surrounding the use of modern English translations. Let's get into it! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

This week we finish our conversation on modern translations by discussing the NIV, NKJV, and ESV. Enjoy the episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

This week we are going to discuss modern English translations. The Good, The Bad, The Ugly, and The Odd. Translations we cover this week are the ASV, the NWT, the RSV, and the NASB. Let's get into it! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Today we are talking to Mark Ward about his book Authorized: The Use and Misuse of the King James Bible. Enjoy the show! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

This week we discuss the Critical and Majority Texts, as well as translation theories. Word for Word, thought for thought, and paraphrases. Enjoy this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

This week we talk about the years immediately following the translation of the KJV. This beloved and persistent translation has endured for hundreds of years. And there is still much to be said about the KJV, but there's also much to be said about the Bible as it made its way to the many English forms it exists in today. Let's get into it! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

This week we conclude our discussion of the translation process of the King James Version of the Bible. Enjoy this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

For the next couple of weeks we will be discussing the translation of the KJV. Do not think of this as a critique of the translation or of the texts used to translate. Rather, this is an overview of the men involved in the translation, and their mindset through and after the process of translation. As you will see the KJV was a very well thought out, and incredibly scholarly work in its time. Lets get into it! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

I am very privileged to speak to Dr. Stephen Boyce this week about Desiderius Erasmus, the Textus Receptus, and text types. Enjoy the show! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Have you ever wondered what the English Bible like before the KJV existed. It's hard to imagine a world, or a church without this beloved translation, but we must remember there was nearly 2000 years of history without the KJV. Other translations existed. But what exactly did the Bible look like before the KJV. Today were going to tackle topic. Let's get into it! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Tonight we will be discussing the Bible through several hundred years, but with limited information. This is the period referred to as the Dark Ages. And it was definitely dark. The Catholic Church rises to power and essentially puts a stranglehold on the rest of Christendom during this time. It was a time of war, of persecution, and a time when the church really began tot go off the rails. But even in the midst of this God preserved His Word, and there were some (unlikely) heroes of translation. Let's get into it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

In this episode we discuss the four great uncial codices, as well as the Latin Vulgate. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

Tonight, we are going to discuss the history of the Bible during the first three centuries after Christ. So, this portion will cover from 1 AD- 299 AD, or CE, whichever suits you better. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

In this episode we continue our series on the history and translation of the Bible. Today we discuss the all important doctrine of inspiration. Enjoy the episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support

So, this week we will be beginning a new series. I'm not even going to call this a teaching series. I honestly feel underqualified to be the guy to speak on this topic, but I see the need and urgency to discuss this issue. So instead of teaching, consider this more of a live diary. Each week I will research and come back to report to you guys my findings. I've just taken to calling it “The Bible Reports” Basically, for the next several weeks we are going to do a somewhat deep dive into the history of the translation of the Bible. We'll discuss the various Greek, Latin, and English iterations of the Bible, the life and tragic deaths of the translators, why so many different English translations, exist, and yes, we will discuss the ever-important question “Should we only use the King James Version Bible?” (Spoiler alert: right now, my answer is no…but that could change) So with nothing further…let's go! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/don-vanzant/support