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.
Episodes
184 episodes
US Presidential Election Special
In this US presidential election special episode, Dr. David K. Bernard discusses a Christian's civic responsibilities, including proper stewardship of the right to vote and how believers should respond to election outcomes.Visit
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Season 4
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Episode 184
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11:51
Are Oneness Pentecostals Modalists?
Are there theological similarities between modern Oneness Pentecostalism and the so-called "modalism" of early church history? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. David K. Bernard compares what is known about modalism in the early church wit...
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Season 4
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Episode 183
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13:04
What Does Salvation by Grace Through Faith Mean?
In Ephesians 2:8-9, Paul wrote, “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast.” Some Christians say these verses prove that practices such as baptism cannot ...
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Season 4
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Episode 182
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15:34
Why Did Jesus Pray to His Father?
If Jesus is God, why did He pray? Jesus' prayers in the Gospels, particularly in John 17, would seem to present a conundrum for Oneness Pentecostals due to their insistence that there is no separation of persons in the Godhead. Not surprisingly...
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Season 4
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Episode 181
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12:44
Didn’t Paul Say We Shouldn’t Speak in Tongues in Church?
Did Paul say Christians shouldn't speak in tongues during church services? Some critics of Pentecostalism make this claim, citing 1 Corinthians 14:23. Dr. David K. Bernard responds to this assertion with a biblical defense of speaking in tongue...
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Season 4
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Episode 180
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12:54
How Do You Prepare for General Conference?
Dr. David K. Bernard shares his perspective on the UPCI's annual General Conference, which will be held this week in Long Beach, California. Dr. Bernard discusses his conference schedule and responsibilities, what he does to prepare, and how he...
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Season 4
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Episode 179
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12:42
How Do We Pray the Lord’s Prayer?
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gave us a model prayer which has come to be known as “The Lord’s Prayer.” How do we apply Jesus’ teaching to our own prayers? Dr. David K. Bernard tackles this question in this episode of Apostolic Life in the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 178
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15:05
Who Is the Antichrist?
The Scriptures describe an evil leader known as the Antichrist who will arise in the end times to rule the world and oppose God's people. Dr. David K. Bernard reviews what the Bible says about the Antichrist and the signs that will accompany hi...
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Season 4
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Episode 177
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10:16
How Did God Create the World through His Son?
Was the Son of God involved in the creation of the world? How do Oneness Pentecostals explain Hebrews 1:1-2, which states, "God ... has in these last days spoken to us by His Son ... through whom also He made the worlds" (NKJV)? Dr. David K. Be...
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Season 4
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Episode 176
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12:22
Does the Bible Support the Multiverse Theory?
Does the Bible support the theory of the existence of multiple universes, often referred to as the "multiverse"? Dr. David K. Bernard examines this idea from a scriptural perspective and shares his thoughts on its ramifications for biblical apo...
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Season 4
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Episode 175
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15:04
What Is the Word of Wisdom?
In 1 Corinthians 12:7-10, the apostle Paul includes the "word of wisdom" in his list of gifts imparted by the Holy Spirit. Dr. David K. Bernard explains what the word of wisdom is, how it operates, and how it can benefit believers, particularly...
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Season 4
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Episode 174
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10:12
Karl Barth and Oneness Pentecostals
What do a notable Swiss Reformed theologian from the mid-twentieth century and Oneness Pentecostals have in common? More than you might think. Dr. David K. Bernard reviews what Karl Barth had to say about the nature of the Godhead and the plan ...
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Season 4
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Episode 173
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17:22
What Will Hell Be Like?
The Bible offers descriptions of Hell that seem contradictory at first glance. For instance, Jesus described Hell both as a place of "outer darkness" (Matthew 8:12, 22:13, 25:30) and as a "furnace of fire" (Matthew 13:42, 50). Dr. David K. Bern...
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Season 4
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Episode 172
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17:24
Should Christian Couples Use IVF?
Is it biblically acceptable for Christian couples to use in vitro fertilization (IVF) if they are unable to conceive children naturally? Some Christian groups object to the practice because it can lead to the destruction of leftover human embry...
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Season 4
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Episode 171
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7:33
Should Christians Belong to Secret Societies?
Early Pentecostals taught that believers should not be part of so-called "secret societies" such as the Freemasons where members are bound by an oath. Dr. David K. Bernard explains the biblical rationale behind this teaching and why a Christian...
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Season 4
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Episode 170
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6:40
What about the “We” in John 14:23?
In John 14:23, Jesus said, “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him" (NKJV). If there is only one God, why does Jesus use the plural pronouns "we" and "our" in th...
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Season 4
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Episode 169
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11:15
What Is Sanctification?
Paul wrote that it is God's will for believers to experience sanctification (1 Thessalonians 4:3). What is sanctification, and how does it happen? Dr. David K. Bernard explains what sanctification is and how it works in the life of a Christian....
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Season 4
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Episode 168
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14:00
What Is the Millennial Kingdom?
In Revelation 20, John described a vision of a one thousand-year period known as the millennial kingdom during which Satan is bound and believers live and rule on earth with Jesus Christ. Dr. David K. Bernard explains the significance of this o...
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Season 4
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Episode 167
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10:04
Pentecostals and Politics: An Update
Dr. David K. Bernard explains why it is important for Apostolic Pentecostals to engage in the political arena and how ordinary believers can make a difference politically without alienating those they are trying to reach with the gospel.
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Season 4
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Episode 166
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14:42
How Should Christians Respond to Unwanted Thoughts?
How should Christians respond to unwanted thoughts that are contrary to God's Word such as hatred, profanity, or lust? In this episode, Dr. David K. Bernard outlines what we can do when evil thoughts enter our minds and how we can deter them in...
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Season 4
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Episode 165
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10:14
Is Oneness Pentecostalism a Modern Invention?
Some critics argue that Oneness Pentecostalism is a modern religious concoction seasoned with a dash of ancient heresy. Dr. David K. Bernard refutes this claim by citing evidence of key Oneness Pentecostal doctrines both in the New Testament an...
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Season 4
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Episode 164
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14:15
Does the Old Testament Promote Genocide?
In the Old Testament, God commands His people to commit what could be described as mass genocide. For instance, in 1 Samuel 15:3, God orders King Saul to attack Amalek and spare nothing within the city, including women, children, and livestock....
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Season 4
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Episode 163
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15:28
How Do We Know What Books Should Be Included in the Bible?
Books such as Enoch, the Gospel of Thomas, the Epistle of Barnabas, and many others were composed at roughly the same time as the books in our Bible, but why were they not included as part of the "canon" that we know today? In this week's episo...
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Season 4
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Episode 162
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10:44