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What is the truth about what history really reveals about how the apostles died? What did Foxes Book of Martyrs get right, and what did it get wrong? I published my Ph.D. dissertation on the deaths of the apostles in 2014, an academic book in 2015, and just completed a 1-year update (Routledge). In this video, David Wood asks me all the right questions about their fates. Enjoy...and please share! READ: The Fate of the Apostles, by Sean McDowell (https://amzn.to/3GaBOZI)*Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf)*USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM)*See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK)FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://x.com/Sean_McDowellTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/Website: https://seanmcdowell.org
I was raised as a cessationist. That means I was raised to believe that all miracles and revelations and spiritual gifts ENDED when Jesus ASCENDED and the New Testament was finished. Only the APOSTLES were able to access them. This means that when the last apostle died, those special abilities ceased. They were only necessary to validate Jesus and the church to help it get established, and would not be needed after that. Is that true? This study investigates that view, and you might just be surprised what Scripture actually teaches in this area. (By the way, if I was a paid preacher at most any kind of church today, WHATEVER position I took would most probably get me fired. The good news for me is that since you don't pay me you can't fire me. Therefore I am free to just teach what the BIBLE says on this.) I just want to “speak where the Bible speaks and be silent where the Bible is silent,” but the Bible conclusions here might shock you… Part 6 focuses on miracles. Active-Faith.org/taking-ground1 Download 4 The One Studio app to view Taking Ground https://active-faith.org/active-faith-online-studies SteveHemphill1@me.com https://active-faith.org/donate/
Alam mo ba na si Apostol Tomas—kilala bilang "Doubting Thomas"—ay naglakbay hanggang India upang ipalaganap ang Ebanghelyo? Sa episode na ito, tatalakayin natin ang nakamamanghang paglalakbay ni Tomas mula sa Jerusalem papuntang Silangan, ang kanyang mga misyon, mga himala, at ang kanyang pagka-martir sa India. Ang kwento ni Tomas ay patunay na ang pananampalataya ay walang hangganan—kahit sa harap ng panganib at kamatayan.
Evangelist Timothy Fleming continues his series on the transformation of the Apostle Paul. In this episode he focuses on the purpose Paul finds in his life through Christ.
We are told in 2 Timothy 3 verses 16 that "all Scripture has been breathed out by God". This includes the book of Revelation which is known in the Greek as 'the Apocalypse'. It was as its first verse tells us given to the Lord Jesus Christ by his Father who showed our Lord the matters "revealed" in that book. But having received those wonderful matters Jesus 'reveals' those matters via his angel through John the Apostle to all believers. In Revelation we have the only book in the Bible directly given to believers by the Lord Jesus Christ (1 verse 1) and encompassing blessings on the diligent readers (v3). It contains letters of advice in chapters 2-3 from the Lord which are portrayed in the opening vision of 1verses 9-20,. Each of the seven ecclesias in Turkey are told what's wrong with their attitude, and also they receive commendation for their successes. The 7 letters all emphasise faithful works that are necessary to please our Father and His Son. These works are seen in the faithful lives of His children as they strive to walk to the Father's kingdom guided daily by the energy drawn from the love of the Father and His Son and given to us through the Word of the Almighty. From this amalgam of instructions we are to be both warned and encouraged; in order for us to, like our Lord 'overcome' the world (2 verses 26-27) and so be blessed to inherit the Kingdom.
Today,we're continuing to look at Luke 22. We are now in the upper room on Thursdayevening with our Lord Jesus Christ and His twelve disciples. In verses 14–16, theyhave sat down at the table to eat the Passover meal with Jesus the night beforeHe will be crucified. According to John's Gospel (John 13), Jesus had risenfrom the table and washed all the disciple's feet which would have includedJudas before they went through the eating of the Jewish Passover. It is afterthis that Jesus reveals the disciple who has already betrayed Him and made adeal with the chief priest (Matthew 26:14). Ona number of occasions Jesus had already hinted to His disciples that one oftheir number was not truly with Him (John 6:66-71), but now He openly spokeabout a traitor in their midst. However, He did not do this just for the sakeof the disciples, but more for the sake of Judas. Jesus had kissed Judas andwashed his feet, and now He was giving Judas another opportunity to repent. Itis most significant that Jesus did not openly identify Judas as the traitor butin a sense had protected him until the very end. Aquestion we all ask is that if Jesus knew that Judas would betray Him, why didHe choose him in the first place? And, if somebody had to betray the Lord, whycondemn Judas? After all, he simply did God's will and fulfilled the OldTestament prophecy in Psalms 41:9; 55:12-14; 69:25; 109:8; Acts 1:15-20. Youmight remember that before Jesus chose His 12 Apostles, He spent a whole nightin prayer (Luke 6:12-16), so we must believe that it was the Father's will thatJudas be among them (John 8:29). But the selection of Judas did not seal hisfate; rather, it gave him opportunity to watch the Lord Jesus closely, believe,and be saved. God in His sovereignty had determined that His Son would bebetrayed by a friend, but divine foreknowledge does not destroy humanresponsibility or accountability. Judas made each decision freely and would bejudged accordingly, even though he still fulfilled the decree of God (Acts2:23). Thefact that the disciples were puzzled by this strange announcement reveals thatthey did not know Judas' true character, their own hearts, or the prophecies inthe Psalms. It appears that they all ask the question after Jesus made thisannouncement, “Is it I?” (Matthew 26:22-25). Nor did they remember the Lord'sstatements that He would be betrayed into the hands of the enemy (Matthew17:22; 20:18). If Peter had fully understood what was happening, he might haveused his sword on Judas! Thereis much about Judas that remains a mystery to us, and we must not speculate toomuch. Judas is certainly a witness to the sinlessness of Jesus Christ, for ifanybody could have given witness against Him, it was Judas. However, theauthorities had to find false witnesses in order to build their case againstJesus. Remember when Judas went back to the chief priest and gave them back theirmoney admitted that he had "betrayed innocent blood" (Matthew27:4). Itis at this point that Judas left the Upper Room to go to the religious leadersand get ready for the arrest of Jesus in the Garden. Judas went out "andit was night" (John 13:30), for he was obeying the prince of darkness(Luke 22:53). Jesus had said, “Woe to that man by whom He is betrayed”. That man was Judas, and for him it was night,and is still night, and always will be night! Wemust also remember that Satan can still appear as an angel of light, and like Judas,sit in our church, stand in the pulpit, serve on the leadership team, and deceiveeveryone as he destroys the church. Paul warned the church about these peoplein 2 Corinthians 11:13-15. Oneday Jesus will expose these people for who they really are! In the meantime, weshould be aware! Godbless!
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Dr. Alfonso Espinosa, author, “Contending for Christ Through the Creed” Contending for Christ Through the Creed The post The Apostles' Creed and Defending the Christian Faith, Part 2 – Dr. Alfonso Espinosa, 6/19/25 (1701) first appeared on Issues, Etc..
He was one of the Twelve and a kinsman of the Lord according to the flesh (see Luke 6:16, Acts 1:13; according to holy Tradition, Joseph the Carpenter, before he was widowed, had four sons by his wife Salome: James, Hosea, Simon and Jude). As an Apostle, St Jude preached in Mesopotamia, Arabia and Syria, and met a Martyr's end in Beirut. He is the author of the New Testament Epistle that bears his name. His name ("Judas" in Greek, from "Judah" in Hebrew) means "praise".
What's Paul's Focus as a Leader? | Learning Leadership with the Apostle Paul, pt. 2 The focus of the leadership books, conferences and trainings of the last 25 years or so has been on organizational leadership. This has created a situation where good christian leaders are people who can grow big and impressive orgs. But for Paul the standard is different... the way he thinks and talks about leadership as a Christian is focused on developing people not organizations. Colossians 1:28-29 28 We proclaim Him, admonishing every person and teaching every person with all wisdom, so that we may present every person complete in Christ. 29 For this purpose I also labor, striving according to His power which works mightily within me. 2 Corinthians 11:2-3 2 For I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy; for I betrothed you to one husband, to present you as a pure virgin to Christ. 3 But I am afraid that, as the serpent deceived Eve by his trickery, your minds will be led astray from sincere and pure devotion to Christ. Galatians 4:19-20 19 My children, with whom I am again in labor until Christ is formed in you— 20 but I could wish to be present with you now and to change my tone of voice, for I am at a loss about you! The primary metric Paul used to evaluate effective Christian leadership is people being formed into Christlikeness. Free 30 Page eBook to help you Hear and Heed the Bible: https://www.johnwhittaker.net Support this ministry: Set up a recurring monthly or a one-time donation at the link below. http://worldfamilymissions.org/john-whittaker/ The Listener's Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself: https://www.listenerscommentary.com Connect with John: Social Media- connect on facebook and instagram Email - john@johnwhittaker.net If you've been helped by this teaching leave a review and share freely - on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, via email.
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(4:04) Bible Study: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 What Is righteousness? – father explains Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18 What does it mean that Jesus always does what is pleasing to the Father? (23:21) Break 1 (24:27) Letters: Father talks about the feeding of the five thousand, Father talks also about blessing of houses. Father answers these and other questions. Send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (38:36) Break 2 (40:24) Word of the Day Trumpet (42:19) Phones: Kathy - we are trying to get to know our priest. seems standoffish. scrutinizes people who come to parish. criticizes how people dress. Brian- when Christ rose from the dead didn’t he bless Apostles with Holy Spirit? I am confused
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What does it truly mean to receive God's witness? This profound teaching delves into the mysterious relationship between the believer and the indwelling Holy Spirit, revealing how God's presence transforms us from within.The journey begins with an exploration of Jesus as our Advocate (Parakletos) and Comforter—terms used exclusively by John the Apostle. Through careful examination of John's Gospel, we discover that Jesus himself promised to return to his disciples through the Holy Spirit: "I will not leave you comfortless, I will come to you." This revelation challenges common trinitarian understandings and unveils a deeper truth: when we receive the Holy Spirit, we receive Jesus himself.At the heart of this message lies a powerful covenant principle—God's promises are conditional. "If you love me, keep my commandments, and I will pray the Father, and He shall give you another Comforter." This pattern is evident throughout Scripture, from Genesis to Revelation. God requires something of us before fulfilling His promise to pour out His Spirit, specifically a broken and contrite heart that sincerely wants transformation.The baptism in the Holy Spirit serves as God's divine witness and confirmation. When controversy arose in Acts 15 about Gentile believers, Peter settled the matter by pointing to God's witness: "God, who knows the heart, bore them witness by giving them the Holy Spirit." This indwelling presence empowers believers to be true witnesses of Christ, speaking not from human knowledge but by the Spirit of prophecy.Ultimately, receiving God's witness transforms us from merely talking about Jesus to manifesting His power. It shifts our focus from seeking human validation to resting in God's approval. It also fulfills God's eternal desire to tabernacle with His people, not in temples made with hands, but in human hearts wholly surrendered to Him.Are you seeking the witness that only comes from above? God promises to be found by those who seek Him with their whole heart. Start by surrendering completely to His will, and watch as He pours out His Spirit to transform you from within."Message Our Father's Heart a Question or Response"Support the showThank you so much for listening and sharing with others! We would very much appreciate you continuing to FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, and LIKE us through any of the following platforms:Substack: https://ourfathersheart.substack.com/Website: ourfathersheart.orgPodcast: https://ourfathersheart.buzzsprout.com/shareTwitter: https://twitter.com/@ofathersheart Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ofathersheartYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ourfathersheartMay God bless you and make you prosperous in Him as you listen and obey His voice!
This episode explores the radical transformation of Saul, who became Paul, emphasizing the power of God's grace to enact profound change in individuals. It discusses Saul's background as a Pharisee, his zealous persecution of Christians, and the pivotal moment of his conversion on the road to Damascus. Pastor highlights the importance of brokenness in true conversion, the necessity of identity transformation, and the call for every believer to witness for Christ, despite the inevitable suffering that may accompany discipleship. In this teaching, Pastor discusses the themes of suffering, legacy, radical conversion, grace, and the importance of surrendering to God's call. He emphasizes that following Jesus involves enduring hardships for a greater purpose, as exemplified by the Apostle Paul. The discussion highlights the transformative power of grace and the necessity of a complete commitment to living for God. Pastor encourages listeners to embrace their faith actively and to recognize the significance of their journey in the context of a larger mission.Pastor Steve Perez | June 17, 2025The Fountain Apostolic Churchone_ (2025)Learn more at tfachurch.com/plusChapters:00:00 From Zealot to Apostle: The Radical Conversion of Saul10:40 The Encounter: Grace Interrupts the Path of Destruction18:19 True Conversion: The Call for Brokenness25:09 The Transformation: From Saul to Paul29:40 The Cost of Discipleship: Suffering for the Cause of Christ32:34 Embracing Suffering for a Greater Purpose37:00 The Legacy of Paul: Finishing the Race42:13 Radical Conversion: A 180-Degree Turn47:27 The Power of Grace: Transforming Lives51:44 Surrendering to God's Call56:50 Experiencing God's Glory Through Effort
Dr. Alfonso Espinosa, author, “Contending for Christ Through the Creed” Contending for Christ Through the Creed The post The Apostles' Creed and Defending the Christian Faith – Dr. Alfonso Espinosa, 6/17/25 (1682) first appeared on Issues, Etc..
Kaitlyn and Skye Jethani are back to explain the egalitarian stance. What Bible verses at first glance seem complementation, but may reveal, with context, a more egalitarian view? What else do people overlook in our desire to find a clear “role for women” in the church? 0:00 - Theme Song 3:21 - Biblical Exemples 7:20 - Prescription vs Description 16:18 - Looking for Scriptural Logic 20:36 - Sponsor - Zocdoc - Stop putting off those doctor's appointments! Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/KAITLYN 22:02 - Egalitarian Reading of Corinthians 29:24 - The Historical Church Perspective 36:26 - What's Lost with the Complementarian Argument? 38:42 - Resources 41:02 - End Credits Resources: Discovering Biblical Equality: Biblical, Theological, Cultural, and Practical Perspectives by Ronald W. Pierce, Cynthia Long Westfall, and Christa L. McKirkland: https://a.co/d/bTqtG6m Icons of Christ: A Biblical and Systematic Theology for Women's Ordination by William G. Witt: https://a.co/d/9C53kJo Paul and Gender: Reclaiming the Apostle's Vision for Men and Women in Christ by Cynthia Long Westfall: https://a.co/d/dNtFT9z
Community of Christ's 2025 World Conference has come and gone, but the excitement and challenge felt by those gathered has not yet waned. In the quiet moments after the “storm” of Conference, newly ordained Apostle, Matt Frizzell, sat in his new office reflecting on what had taken place and what it meant for him ... and for us ... as we move into the future. In this special episode of What's Brewing, Matt asks us to dream with him. Imagine what we can accomplish in this world if we first choose to dream... and then make that dream a reality. Find the original blog post here.Download TranscriptThanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services). All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey. NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.
Evangelist Timothy Fleming continues his series on the transformation of the Apostle Paul. This episode looks at how Apostle Paul grows in his life through Christ.
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Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Sam Marr are talking about a seeming paradox. Why were the apostles promised blessings and rewards by Christ for following Him, but they seemed to suffer so much? How did they maintain joy through this suffering? Please listen to this and every episode of
https://newsongpeople.com/messages/church-the-communion-of-the-saintsWelcome to Week 8 of our Life Blood series!
A Critique of Practicing the Way, Part 8 - The Uniqueness of the Apostles, presented by Bob DeWaay and Barb Gretch. 1John 1:1-3 clearly describes the objectivity of the incarnation. John's relationship with Jesus as an apostle was unique and tangible in ways that aren't true of believers today. John describes how we can have fellowship with Him, not be His apprentices. (duration 00:22:34) Click here to play
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This text concludes the account of Peter and John's encounter with the Sanhedrin. We see from this passage that there are varying responses to the gospel and the Jesus that the apostles proclaimed. I. The response of the Sanhedrin II. The response of Gamaliel III. The response of the Apostles
Have you ever pondered what it truly means to be a son or daughter of God? To be adopted into His family and become an heir to His promises? In this message, Apostle Harold Williams will be diving into the "The Essence of Sonship," exploring what it means to have a spiritual relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ. Listen with expectation to gain a deeper understanding of the love, acceptance, and purpose that come with our true identity in Him.Visit our website at www.givinglight.org.Download the Giving Light App available for free on iOS and Android.
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In this episode of FACTS, we confront the growing wave of hyper-skepticism that claims the apostles of Jesus never existed—let alone died for their faith. Stephen Boyce examines the historical and textual evidence for the lives, ministries, and martyrdoms of the apostles, drawing from the biblical texts and early Christian sources. Were the apostles invented to prop up a legend, or were they real men whose lives—and deaths—testified to something far more profound? Tune in as we dismantle modern mythicist arguments and make the historical case for the apostolic witness.If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner that receives newsletters and one on one discussions with Dr. Boyce, here's a link: https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=6381a2ee-b82f-42a7-809e-6b733cec05a7 Here is the link to the response on Inspiring Philosophy: https://www.youtube.com/live/LRUAoLr6Pjo?si=L54tRn1BdLa3POInHere is the original link to the claim: https://youtu.be/uhRtSHJt0m8?si=TbvsQaFWKEJ32Vra
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Fr. Pierre Konja - 2nd Sunday of The Apostles 2025 by Chaldean Diocese
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Years ago, a popular YouTube Bible teacher uploaded "50 Reasons to Never Quote Paul Again." Rejecting Paul as an Apostle, many of his followers stopped reading a large portion of their Bibles. In concern for the Body of Christ, we published a video debunking his reasons and warned him that he is on the path of rejecting the Messiah completely. He denied it. Shortly thereafter, the fruit of rejecting Paul became evident for all to see. This is an evaluation of the fruit of the doctrine stretching over 5 years, so all may be without excuse: To know the consequences, and the reasons rejecting Paul leads to rejecting Christ. Support Rise on Fire Ministries by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/rise-on-fireRead transcript
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