Podcast appearances and mentions of Thomas A Tarrants

Mark 1:16-20 How many in this room would call themselves followers of Jesus? How many in this room would call themselves Christians? How many in this room would call themselves Disciples? All four Gospels and Acts include Jesus calling the first disciples and who they were.  Mark 1:16-20 Matthew 4:18-22 Luke 5:4-11 John 1:29-2:2, John never names all the disciples in full. Acts 1:13 names all the disciples except Judas Iscariot since he betrayed Jesus and killed himself. The men at the heart of the verses we are looking at here in Mark…at the point of these verses already knew who Jesus was, heard of Him, seen Him and were following Jesus.  The point of these verses in Mark is this… These four men (Simon, Andrew, James, and John) They are already followers, or “disciples” of Jesus, and now being called into action. They now had to choose obedience to the Lord or to themselves. They now had to choose Jesus above all. This couldn't have been easy because Jesus was setting out to shake things up. Jesus was healing people on the Sabbath Healing diseased people like lepers Causing a ruckus and turning over money-changers tables in the temple Casting out demons Jesus wasn't playing around. So who did Jesus get to be followers, or disciples for Him? Fisherman Tax Collector Zealot who supported anarchy, and plotted to overthrow Roman rule Treasurer, dealt with money (and stole it) So mostly fisherman and a few with less than desirable resumes. Who did Jesus not call? Jesus didn't call the Pharisees, Sadducees, or the Scribes. Jesus didn't call those who were actively in schools or seminaries. Jesus didn't call those who were rich and could provide for His ideas. Jesus didn't call those who were perfect and had everything figured out. Jesus called on those who would follow Him! Three places in the NT that mention the word Christian and this is where we get our understanding of what it means to be a Christian: Acts 11:19-26 1 Peter 4:14, 16 Acts 26:28-29 Being a Christian is the same as being a disciple. There is no difference. When one professes faith in and receives Salvation through Jesus Christ they are at that moment disciples. On the C.S. Lewis Institute website there is an article by Thomas A Tarrants from June 5, 2014 titled: ARE YOU A CHRISTIAN OR A DISCIPLE? IS THERE A DIFFERENCE? WHY IT MATTERS! In this article “Noted New Testament scholar Michael Wilkins is quoted as saying, “a disciple is “one who has come to Jesus for eternal life, has claimed Jesus as Savior and God, and has embarked on the life of following Jesus.” So the definition of a follower of Jesus is really a Disciple of Jesus, which is also a Christian! Who here today would agree that we who profess to be Christians are to observe the command given us in Matthew 28:19-20? How can one who is not a disciple of Jesus, go and make disciples for Jesus? When Jesus called to Simon, Andrew, James, and John they responded immediately. They left their boats, left their family and went walked with Jesus. I wonder if there are some in this church who are being called? Are you responding immediately? How are we as Christians living today? Just showing up to church constitutes being a Christian? Better yet some don't even go to church, the just claim the word Christian! Remember that being a Christian is following Jesus, it's being a disciple! It's living like Jesus and doing what He would do. Is that you? Are you ready to give up everything and follow Jesus who gave up everything for you? Are you ready to begin living out your Christianity and become true disciples of Jesus? Cite from CS Lewis Website: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/are-you-a-christian-or-a-disciple-is-there-a-difference-why-it-matters/ 14. William L. Kynes, PhD, New Testament scholar, pastor, and currently moderator of the Evangelical Free Church of America, in private correspondence with author.

Join Jonathan for part two of a real life story that has kept us on the edge of our seats. Today Jonathan finishes his two-part conversation with Thomas Tarrants, a former white-supremacist and Klansman, once infamously called the "most dangerous man in Mississippi".  If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to the first part of this conversation with Thomas. Then, join us to uncover the power of prayer in Thomas' conversion, his path to racial reconciliation, and his heart for discipleship.  Thomas A. Tarrants is President Emeritus of the C.S. Lewis Institute. After serving twelve years as president and nine years as vice President, he retired from his position as Vice President for Ministry and Director, Washington Area Fellows Program, with CSLI in June 2019.  Tom holds a Master of Divinity Degree, as well as a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Christian Spirituality. He is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Church Alliance and a member of the Evangelical Theological Society.Get Your Copy of Consumed by Hate, Redeemed by LoveAfter you listen to this episode, you may have your own questions. We would love to hear from you! To ask Jonathan a question or connect with the Candid community, visit https://LTW.org/CandidAlso, join the conversation on our social media pages:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candidpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/candidpodTwitter: https://twitter.com/thecandidpod

A former white-supremacist and Klansman, once infamously called the "most dangerous man in Mississippi," sits with Jonathan and retells his incredible journey from a life of violence and hate to a life of radical love fueled by the grace and mercy of Jesus Christ.  In high-school, Thomas was enticed by extremist ideology and became involved in the White Knights of the Ku Klux Klan. He was shot and wounded several times and arrested by police after an attempted bombing of the home of a Jewish leader. Thomas was sentenced to thirty years in the Mississippi State Penitentiary. He then escaped prison but was captured by the F.B.I. He was returned to prison where he would spend the next three years in a small, solitary cell.  During this time, Thomas began to search for truth. He started with the great philosophers and was then led to the Bible where he truly encountered Jesus Christ for the very first time.  This dramatic interview will have you in awe and on the edge of your seat as Thomas tells of his radical transformation that smacks of a live action movie. His complete change is evidence that the Gospel of Christ can transform even the hardest heart and mind.Thomas A. Tarrants is President Emeritus of the C.S. Lewis Institute. After serving twelve years as president and nine years as vice President, he retired from his position as Vice President for Ministry and Director, Washington Area Fellows Program, with CSLI in June 2019.  Tom holds a Master of Divinity Degree, as well as a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Christian Spirituality. He is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Church Alliance and a member of the Evangelical Theological Society.Get Your Copy of Consumed by Hate, Redeemed by LoveAfter you listen to this episode, you may have your own questions. We would love to hear from you! To ask Jonathan a question or connect with the Candid community, visit https://LTW.org/CandidAlso, join the conversation on our social media pages:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candidpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/candidpodTwitter: https://twitter.com/thecandidpod

EMPOWERED: UNDERSTANDING THE PERSON AND MINISTRY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT •••Bible Study Verse: Acts 1.4-8, II Timothy 3: 1-7, Ephesians 4:14, Galatians 5:16-23, John 14:16, Matthew 3:16, II Corinthians 3:17, II Cor. 2:10-11, Ephesians 4:30, Acts 16:6-11, Acts 13:2, John 15:26, Rom. 8:26, Genesis 1:1-2, 2 Tim. 3:16, John 3:5-8, Romans 8:26, 2 Thessalonians 2:13, John 14:36, Luke 4:18-19, John 14:16-17, John 16:13, II Corinthians 12:7-11, Ephesians 1:13-14, John 20:19. “Being led by the Holy Spirit is at the heart of the Christian life. This is clear in the Bible and in the history of the church. If we let the Spirit lead us, our lives will blossom and flourish. But if we neglect or refuse His leading, our lives will languish. Strangely, many believers today seem to misunderstand the Spirit’s leading and how it relates to personal transformation. A clearer grasp of what the Bible teaches about this vital truth will help us all as we seek to grow in grace" Thomas A. Tarrants III, D.C. Area, C.S. Lewis Institute . "...All that we spiritually know of ourselves, all that we know of God, and of Jesus, and his Word, we owe to the teaching of the Holy Spirit; and all the real light, sanctification, strength and comfort we are made to possess on our way to glory, we must ascribe to Him. To be richly anointed with the Spirit is to be led into all truth; and to be filled with the Spirit is to be filled with love to God and man” Octavius Winslow, "The Work of the Holy Spirit" †“For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God" Romans 8:14, NKJV If we do not understand the person and ministry of the Holy Spirit, how are we going to walk in the Spirit? What is the Big Deal about the Holy Spirit? Why Do we need the Holy Spirit? Who or What is the Holy Spirit? Why Is the Holy Spirit Important in the life of a Believer? Are you living in the reality of His presence in your life? Have you experienced the Power of the Holy Spirit’s Ministry in your Life? Pastor Godwin Otuno expounds on this and much more on the exciting journey of Fresh Encounter Radio Podcast originally aired on May 16, 2020 on WNQM, Nashville Quality Ministries and WWCR World Wide Christian Radio broadcast to all 7-continents on this big beautiful blue marble, earth, floating through space. Please be prayerful before studying The Word of God so that you will receive the most inspiration possible. This Teaching Podcast is brought to you by Christian Leadership International and all the beloved of God who believe in it’s mission through prayer and support. Thank you. COVER ART CREDIT: Photo by Photo by Poseidon X on Unsplash, art direction by gil on his mac. † https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Being_Led_and_Transformed_by_the_Holy_Spirit_FullArticle BONUS URL: https://thepublicans.org/2013/02/13/jonathan-edwards-c-s-lewis-on-the-holy-spirit/FERP200516Episode #120 GOT200509ep119 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on The B.A.R. Podcast we have Karl Johnson (“KJ”) is the director of the C.S. Lewis Institute in Chicago. We talk about his time in the service and how God called him into discipleship. Here is the article referenced during the show by KJ: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/webfm_send/1157 Books mentioned: Consumed by Hate, Redeemed by Love by Thomas A. Tarrants Lewis on the Christian Life by Joe Rigney From the Inside Out by Tom Okarma Podcasts mentioned: Thinking Out Loud and Getting to 'Yes, And' email: kj@CSLewisInstitute.orgFB: https://www.facebook.com/CSLIChicago/Twitter: @KJ7562 and @CSLIChicago IG: @KJ7562 and @CSLIChicago LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-kj-johnson-22b9507/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-b-a-r-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Signposts, I am joined by Thomas A. Tarrants. A former klansman whose life was radically changed by the gospel, Tarrants is president emeritus of the C.S. Lewis Institute, where he served from 1998 to 2019. Prior to working at the Institute, he was co-pastor of a multi-racial church, in Washington, DC. The post A Conversation with Former Klansman Thomas A. Tarrants appeared first on Russell Moore.

Being led by the Holy Spirit is at the heart of the Christian life. This is clear in the Bible and in the history of the church. If we let the Spirit lead us, our lives will blossom and flourish. But if we neglect or refuse His leading, our lives will languish. Strangely, many believers today seem to misunderstand the Spirit’s leading and how it relates to personal transformation. A clearer grasp of what the Bible teaches about this vital truth will help us all as we seek to grow in grace. Thomas A. Tarrants III, D.Min.