In this unscripted conversation with Stephen Russell, various aspects of modern church history are discussed. From Mennonites fighting with Hitler to colonial churches in North America, history is examined and points are made. Stephen encourages more people to seriously study history. Visit Faith Builders Educational Programs at: www.fbep.org/ This is the 74th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life an...
Dec 18, 2019•15 min•Ep. 74
Is it right for Christians to vote? How should Christians view governments? In this episode, Dean Taylor discusses the Christian's interaction with governments. Dean encourages Christians to view themselves as embassies for the Kingdom of God. Find Taylor's book at: https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-change-allegiance.html Visit Sattler College's website at: https://www.sattlercollege.org/ This is the 73rd episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that exa...
Dec 11, 2019•30 min•Ep. 73
How does the New Testament discuss racial divides within the Church? What does segregation currently look like in American churches? In this episode, Dr Finny Kuruvilla discusses ethnic divides in churches today. Dr Kuruvilla shows how the early church worked through ethnic divides and gives advice for eliminating ethnic barriers. This episode is sponsored by Sattler College: https://www.sattlercollege.org/ This is the 72nd episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel...
Dec 05, 2019•21 min•Ep. 72
You’ve enjoyed our stuff. Now, pay it forward! Important Biblical aspects of Anabaptist teaching and lifestyle are not well represented on the modern internet. Let’s change that! Your donation makes much needed teaching freely available through YouTube, Facebook, and podcast. Our second season of 50 episodes runs through May 2020. Now, help fund a third season! Our $10,000 #GivingTuesday goal will fully fund 20 episodes! Donation Page - https://anabaptistperspectives.org/giving-tuesday/ Be sure ...
Dec 01, 2019•3 min
What are the steps necessary to become a Bible translator? What is the end goal of Bible translating? In this episode, Marvin shares his story of being called to the work of Bible translation and the various steps that he has taken since then to prepare for work in Asia. To Marvin, the end goal of Bible translation is to plant a mature, indigenous church. All-Nations Bible Translation: www.allnationsbibletranslation.org/ SIL International: www.sil.org/ This is the 71st episode of Anabaptist Pers...
Nov 27, 2019•17 min•Ep. 71
In this episode, Nathan Zook PhD discusses his view of the Christian's involvement in politics, and how it has changed over the last number of years. In addition to sharing his personal reasons for not being involved in politics, Nathan explains why he believes that his current position is Biblical. He encourages us to maintain a Christlike attitude as we consider political events. This is the 70th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various asp...
Nov 21, 2019•27 min•Ep. 70
In this episode, Timothy Stoltzfus presents a brief profile of contemporary Anabaptist youth, based off of a survey that he took in 2017. He discusses issues that youth are facing today and the proper response to those issues. Timothy closes by encouraging individuals to engage in relationships with those around them. See the survey results at: https://timothystoltzfus.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/i-can-tell-something-is-bothering-you1.pdf. This is the 69th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a p...
Nov 14, 2019•31 min•Ep. 69
What misconceptions are there about city life? Why is it important for Christians to live in cities? In this episode, Clayton Shenk shares his vision for Christians living and working in the city. He also shares ways in which many are wrongly prejudiced against those who live in cities. This episode is sponsored by Sattler College: https://www.sattlercollege.org/ This is the 68th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservativ...
Nov 07, 2019•19 min•Ep. 68
How has the Apocrypha been viewed throughout Church history? What can the Apocrypha add to one's understanding of the New Testament? In this episode, Stephen Russell shares the history of the canon, specifically considering how the Apocrypha was formed. Mr Russell ends the episode by presenting his view of the Apocrypha as being useful for history, but likely not scriptural. This is the 67th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of...
Oct 31, 2019•24 min•Ep. 67
In this episode, David Bercot J.D. explores the Apocrypha and its use throughout time. He shares how it was viewed by the apostles, the early church, and the reformationists. Buy Bercot's in-depth CD study on the Apocrypha at: www.scrollpublishing.com/store/apocryhpha.html. This is the 66th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought. Read the blog: www.anabaptistperspectives.org/ Visit our You...
Oct 24, 2019•22 min•Ep. 66
What are the different church planting models? How would planting an indigenous church in North America work? In this episode, Ernest Eby shares what he sees as the preferred method of church planting. He also gives a few pointers and resources to those who are interested in planting a church. Works Cited by Ernest: www.ChurchPlantersForum.org https://www.churchplantersforum.org/events/church-planters-forum-and-retreat-2019/ This is the 65th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, a...
Oct 15, 2019•13 min•Ep. 65
In this episode, Stephen Russell defines nonresistance and traces it throughout Church history. He starts at the early church, touches on the reformation, and finishes by showing the place that nonresistance has in the Church today. Find Russell's book, "Overcoming Evil God's Way", at: www.goodreads.com/book/show/3994541. This is the 64th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought. Read the bl...
Oct 09, 2019•20 min•Ep. 64
What is the Septuagint? Should Christians be using it today? In this episode, David Bercot J.D. shares the history of the Septuagint and its use in the Church. He closes by presenting what he believes would be gained if the Septuagint was used more broadly today. Find a copy of the Septuagint at: https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/Septuagint.html#2688 This is the 63rd episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabap...
Oct 02, 2019•24 min•Ep. 63
How can one assist in Bible translation without being linguistically inclined? What are some of the support roles that are needed in a translation team? In this episode, Joseph shares his journey of preparing to join a Bible translation team in Asia. He also gives insight to the type of work that he plans to do while there. All-Nations Bible Translation: https://allnationsbibletranslation.org/ SALT Microfinance Solutions: https://christianaidministries.org/program/salt-microfinance-solutions/ Th...
Sep 25, 2019•15 min•Ep. 62
In this episode, Liz Kauffman shares from her experience of working with those who have survived terrorism; specifically the girls and woman who had been kept captive for a number of years. Liz informs about ways that individuals can effectively be involved in helping with trauma victims, and exposes a few misunderstandings that are often held concerning human trafficking. This is the 61st episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of c...
Sep 19, 2019•16 min•Ep. 61
What is plant pathology? How can one see God's work while studying plants? In this episode Phillip Martin, PhD candidate at Pennsylvania State University, tells his story of interest in plants. Phillip also shares how his studies have helped to increase his understanding of God, and presents his vision for the study of nature. This is the 60th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought. Read t...
Sep 11, 2019•28 min•Ep. 60
What is the theology of martyrdom? How have Christians in the past embraced it? In what ways should it be practiced today? In this episode, Kyle Stoltzfus defines the theology of martyrdom, gives examples from the past of how it has been practiced, and presents several ways in which it can be practiced today. This is the 59th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought. Read the blog: www.anaba...
Sep 04, 2019•33 min•Ep. 59
In this episode, David Bercot J.D. shares his journey away from being a Jehovah's Witnesses, and towards the Anabaptists. He shares why he left the group, but also points out some of their strong points. Towards the end, Dr. Bercot gives a few pointers on how to interact well with a Jehovah's Witness. This is the 57th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought. Read the blog: www.anabaptistper...
Aug 20, 2019•35 min•Ep. 57
In what ways has the view of earlier Anabaptists remained or been dropped in Anabaptist churches? Does our opposition to abortion insist upon an opposition to capital punishment? In this episode, Nathan Zook discusses the sanctity of life, and what it looks like to have a "consistent ethic of life". Also considered is what the Christian's view of government, and their system of punishment, should be. This is the 56th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that e...
Aug 15, 2019•19 min•Ep. 56
Can the internet be safely used, or is abstinence a better option? What can one do to help use technology well? Last week’s episode consisted of the first part of a panel discussion concerning the use of technology. Kyle Stoltzfus is moderating, while Gary Miller, Harry Argo, Chris Blake, and Kevin Shenk are the panelists. In this episode, the discussion is concluded with the panelists responding to questions that the audience has raised. Find the full discussion at: https://kingdomfellowshipwee...
Aug 05, 2019•29 min•Ep. 55
This episode is the first half of a panel discussion aiming to give practical advice on utilizing technology well. Kyle Stoltzfus moderates the discussion while Gary Miller, Harry Argo, Chris Blake, and Kevin Shenk are the panelists. In this portion of the discussion, each panelist introduces his past experience with technology, as well as his current position on it and its use. The discussion will be concluded in the next episode with the panelists responding to questions from those in the audi...
Jul 30, 2019•36 min•Ep. 54
Was Jesus' command to love our enemies a new concept presented only in the New Testament? Did God want his people to love their enemies throughout history? In this episode, Stephen Russell traces the history of Nonresistance into the Old Testament and shows that, even before the New Testament, it was God's will for his people to love their enemies. Find Russell's book at: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3994541-overcoming-evil-god-s-way. This is the 53rd episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a...
Jul 25, 2019•17 min•Ep. 53
In the previous episode, we published the first half of a conversation with Ernest Eby about welcoming seekers into churches. This week’s episode is a continuation of that conversation, with Ernest giving specific pointers both to those who are in the process of choosing a church, and to churches who want to be welcoming to newcomers. Works Cited by Ernest: No Greater Burden: https://www.plainnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/No-Greater-Burden-in-2014-.pdf Overview of Values Commonly Held by C...
Jul 17, 2019•12 min•Ep. 52
In this conversation, Ernest Eby discusses what he has learned through observing seekers as they enter and leave Anabaptist churches. He defines what is meant by a seeker, and addresses several issues that keep seekers out of churches. Next week the conversation will be continued with Ernest presenting specific pointers to churches wanting to welcome seekers, and to individuals who are investigating joining a church. Works Cited by Ernest: No Greater Burden: https://www.plainnews.org/wp-content/...
Jul 10, 2019•20 min•Ep. 51
In this episode, Valerie Miller shares about adoption and her view of it as one who has been adopted. Valerie presents what she sees as some of the primary struggles that occur during and after adoption. She also shares her vision for adoption in Anabaptist homes. This is the 50th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought. Read the blog: www.anabaptistperspectives.org/ Visit our YouTube chann...
Jul 03, 2019•8 min•Ep. 50
What is the will of God? How might one cultivate the ability to make the will of God a way of life? In this episode Kyle Stoltzfus defines what is meant by "the will of God," and presents several practical pointers for how to incorporate God's will into one's life. This is the 49th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought. Read the blog: www.anabaptistperspectives.org/ Visit our YouTube chan...
Jun 27, 2019•23 min•Ep. 49
Last week we published Keeshon Washington’s story of coming into Christ’s Kingdom; this week’s episode is a continuation of that conversation. Listen in as he shares his vision for, and gives input concerning, making disciples in urban settings. Keeshon is now teaching at Tiding of Peace Christian School in York, Pennsylvania. Read his blog at https://urbanitemusingskw.wordpress.com/. This is the 48th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various ...
Jun 20, 2019•46 min•Ep. 48
In this episode, Keeshon Washington tells his story of being drawn into the Kingdom of God. As he was raised in a non-Christian family, there were a few Christians who showed that they cared about him by being willing to spend time with him, and to invite him into their homes. He is now teaching at Tiding of Peace Christian School in York, Pennsylvania. Read Keeshon's blog at https://urbanitemusingskw.wordpress.com/. This is the 47th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTu...
Jun 10, 2019•20 min•Ep. 47
Was the United States of America really founded as a Christian nation? Were the Founding Fathers truly Christian? In this episode David Bercot explores details from the American Revolution, and considers how the values shown by those involved in the American Revolution relate to the values of the Kingdom of God. David Bercot earned his doctor of jurisprudence degree from Baylor University School of Law and his Bachelor of Arts degree from Stephen F. Austin State University. He presently operates...
Jun 06, 2019•43 min•Ep. 46
Anabaptist Perspectives has been taking a break from releasing episodes so we can focus on production for the next set of episodes. Thank you for your patience; we can't wait to start releasing more content soon! Anabaptist Perspectives is a weekly show about what the Anabaptist worldview teaches. This project is made possible through the support of our listeners. Find more info and read our blog at www.anabaptistperspectives.org. Videos: youtube.com/anabaptistperspectives Facebook: facebook.com...
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