Apostolic Life in the 21st Century
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Apostolic Life in the 21st Century
A podcast dedicated to helping modern-day believers live out the teachings of the first century church. This podcast is part of the teaching ministry of Dr. David K. Bernard, the general superintendent of the United Pentecostal Church International.
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What Is the Septuagint?
What is the Septuagint, and how did it help shape the Bible we read today?
In this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr. David K. B...
Are Pentecostals Too Emotional?
Many Christians appreciate heartfelt worship, but where is the line between genuine spiritual expression and emotionalism? Critics have long argued th...
Did Peter and Paul Preach Different Gospels?
Did Peter and Paul preached different gospels? Some proponents of hyper-dispensationalism argue that the church did not begin on the Day of Pentecost...
Is It Wrong for Christians to Be Patriotic?
What does the Bible say about patriotism?
As Americans celebrate Independence Day, many Christians find themselves reflecting on an important qu...
What Is the Biblical Role of an Evangelist?
What is the biblical role of an evangelist?
Many Christians associate evangelists with traveling revival preachers who move from church to churc...
Does Daniel 7 Disprove Oneness Theology?
Daniel 7 records one of the most dramatic visions in Scripture. In it, the prophet Daniel sees the Ancient of Days seated on a heavenly throne while “...
Can You Grieve the Holy Spirit?
What does it mean to “grieve the Holy Spirit,” and should Christians be concerned about it today?
In this episode of Apostolic Life in th...
What If a Parent Prohibits their Child’s Baptism?
What should a pastor do when a child sincerely wants to be baptized in Jesus’ name, but a parent refuses to give consent?
In this episode...
Is There Such a Thing as a Just War?
Is war ever morally justified? Can Christians support military action while still following the teachings of Jesus?
In this episode of Apostolic...
The Gifts of Healing: A Gift for Some or a Sign for All?
In this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr. David K. Bernard addresses an important question about divine healing and the gifts of the...
Called by God or Hired by a Search Committee?
What does it really mean to be “called” to a ministry?
In Pentecostal circles, pastors often testify that God specifically led them to a church,...
Should Apostolics Pursue Higher Education?
Should Apostolics pursue higher education, or does academic study put faith at risk?
In this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr....
Who Was Tertullian?
Who was Tertullian—and why does he still matter to Christians today?
In this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr. David K. Bernard...
Is the Pope Really the Successor to Peter?
With the Pope once again in the global spotlight, questions about his authority—and the authority of the church he leads—are drawing renewed attention...
Are There “Heaven or Hell” Rules for Christians?
Are there any “Heaven or Hell” rules Christians must follow in order to be saved? If so, what are they and how should we understand them?
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Can We Really Do Greater Works than Jesus?
Can We Really Do Greater Works than Jesus?
Apostolic Life in the 21st Century with Dr. David K. Bernard
In John 14:12, Jesus made a remark...
Did Jesus Go Preach in Hell?
Did Jesus Go Preach in Hell?
What happened between Good Friday and Easter Sunday?
Christians around the world pause each year to remember...
How to Pray with Spiritual Seekers
How to Pray with Spiritual Seekers
Apostolics are rightly passionate about praying with those who are seeking the baptism of the Holy Spirit, bu...
Is It OK for Christians to Sue?
Is It OK for Christians to Sue?
An Apostolic believer recently asked an important question: If a Christian is injured in an accident, is it wron...
Is God the Father Also the Son?
What is the biblical relationship between the Father and the Son? In this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr. David K. Bernard explains...
Can We Derive Doctrine from Bible Stories?
Can We Derive Doctrine from Bible Stories?
Apostolic Life in the 21st Century with Dr. David K. Bernard
Nearly 60 percent of the Bible is...
Should Women Wear Head Coverings When They Pray?
Episode 252: Should Women Wear Head Coverings When They Pray?
In 1 Corinthians 11:5–6, the apostle Paul wrote that a woman who prays or prophesi...
Should I Cut My Parents Out of My Life?
Family relationships are being reexamined across today’s culture, as more adult children choose to cut off contact with their parents in the name of “...
Has the Church Replaced Israel in God’s Plan?
Has the Church Replaced Israel in God’s Plan?
Apostolic Life in the 21st Century with Dr. David K. Bernard
In light of ongoing global atte...
What Is the Didache?
Does the Didache teach Trinitarian baptism?
In this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr. David K. Bernard examines the Didache, an...
Is Abortion Ever Justified?
Is abortion ever justified? Although the 1973 Roe v. Wade Supreme Court ruling has been overturned, abortion remains widespread, and debate continues—...
How Do We Build Multicultural Congregations?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. famously observed that “11 o’clock on Sunday morning is the most segregated hour in America.” In this episode of Apostolic...
Why Won't We Be Married in Heaven?
Will marriage exist in heaven? Why did Jesus say that people will "neither marry" nor be "given in marriage" in the resurrection?
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How Do You Practice Spiritual Disciplines When Life Gets Chaotic?
How Do You Practice Spiritual Disciplines When Life Gets Chaotic?
How do you remain spiritually consistent when life becomes busy, overwh...
Does Bringing Back Extinct Animals Challenge God's Design?
Can genetic engineering resurrect extinct animals—and does that challenge God’s role as Creator?
Recent headlines from Colossal Bioscienc...
Was Jesus Born on December 25th?
Was Jesus Christ actually born on December 25? And does determining the exact date of His birth truly matter? In this episode of Apostolic Life in the...
What Is the Spiritual Gift of the Working of Miracles?
What did the apostle Paul mean when he listed “the working of miracles” as a spiritual gift in 1 Corinthians 12:10? If God can perform miracles throug...
“By Their Fruits:” Is Jesus Dismissing Tongues?
In Matthew 7:16, Jesus said, “You will know them by their fruits” (NKJV). Some use this verse to argue against the Pentecostal belief that speaking in...
Does Deuteronomy 6:4 Support Oneness or the Trinity?
Does Deuteronomy 6:4 teach the absolute oneness of God, or does the Hebrew text support a Trinitarian understanding of God’s nature? On this episode o...
Can Christians “Decree and Declare” Blessings?
Can Christians decree and declare blessings? On this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr. David K. Bernard responds to a question from a...
Is It God or Just My Imagination?
How can we tell when God is truly speaking to us—and when it’s merely our own thoughts? In this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr. Dav...
Will the Wicked Cease to Exist in Hell?
Will the wicked dead suffer eternally in Hell or will they be annihilated and cease to exist? Dr. David K. Bernard looks to Scripture to settle this l...
Who Is Authorized to Baptize?
Who is authorized to perform Christian baptisms? While the New Testament clearly emphasizes baptism in Jesus’ name for salvation, it does not directly...
Why Don’t We See More Devils Cast Out in North America?
The Gospels include many accounts of Jesus casting out devils. In Mark 16:17 (NKJV), Jesus told His disciples that "those who believe" will "cast out...
Why Did Paul Say Christ Didn’t Send Him to Baptize?
In 1 Corinthians 1:17, Paul wrote, "Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel" (NKJV). Some cite this verse to downplay the importan...