Beacons Of The Gospel

In this episode, Season 2 -Episode #13, of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast, we will be closing out Season #2 and our exhaustive examination of "The Great Commission," or as I have renamed it, "Mission Impossible." This Episode is titled "We Are Not Alone," and we will be looking at the words of Jesus, presented in verse 20, of the Matthew chapter 28 presentation of "The Great Commission." We will attempt to understand the full implication of Jesus' words, "And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast, we will look at the second half of the disciple-making process, presented in the Great Commission passage from Matthew chapter 28 verses 16 to 20. This is the "Sanctification" or maturing phase of being a disciple. We will examine the very precise wording in verse 20 of the passage. We will then take notice of the kind of leaders Jesus is commissioning. Then we will take a close look at the important difference between "Teaching" and "Training." We will conclude the episode by comparing the difference between spiritual "Isolation" and spiritual "Insolation" in living as disciples of Jesus.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" podcast, we will be examining what it means to act in, speak in, or in any other way, represent “The Name of the Lord.” We will be showing that this is a very serious thing to do, and that it, likewise, has very serious consequences if done in error. We will then apply this responsibility to “The Great Commission,” because Jesus commands us to “make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” So, it must be understood that, in that passage, “in the name of” means “baptizing” people consistently with all that is in accord with the will and the word of “The Trinitarian Godhead” We will also be looking at the "Calling on the Name of the Lord" and "The Sinners Prayer" responses to "The Gospel," which are falsely being taught in so many modern-day churches.

In this episode of the "Becons of the Gospel" podcast, we will finish up our examination of "Infant Baptism," and then look at the concept of Biblical "Saving Faith." We will also take a serious look at the concept of "Sola Fide," which came out of the Reformation, and see if it matches up with what the New Testament teaches. We will then look at a few relevant Biblical passages that will help us gain some objectivity on what constitutes a "Work of the Flesh," as opposed to what is just simple obedience to the instructions of God.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast, we will be continuing our in-depth study of the subject of "Baptism." We will be looking at the subject of "Infant Baptism." We will discuss the origins of "Infant Baptism" and its practice within the Roman Catholic Church after Constantine sanctioned Christianity as the State religion of the Roman Empire. We will then examine the Protestant Reformation and its impact on Christian Theology.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast series, we will be continuing our in-depth study of the subject of "Baptism." We will begin by looking at the very controversial passage, from 1 Peter chapter 3 verses 18 to 22, and breaking down what Peter means in his comparison of Noah's Flood to "Baptism." We will then do a quick comparison of how differently we treat "Baptism" and "Marraige," in "The Church." Then we will close by spending most of our time reading the writings, concerning "Baptism," of those whom most people refer to as "The Church Fathers."

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast, we will continue our in-depth examination of "Baptism." We will start by looking at the phrase "Born Again," and see how it ties into saving faith and our response to "The Gospel Message." Then we will look at Old Testament circumcision and compare it to New Testament Baptism, to see the differences and similarities. Then, we will conclude this episode by noticing the deliberate attempt, by some people, to dissect Baptism away from the Biblical response to "The Gospel."

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast, we will continue our in-depth examination of "Baptism." We will look at the conversion accounts presented in The Book of Acts and focus on the consistent formula and pattern that these accounts follow.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" podcast, we will begin our exhaustive study of "Biblical Baptism." We will examine the definition and history of baptism in Judaism and Christianity. Then, we will look at John the Baptist's ministry and his baptism of Jesus. We will conclude this episode by looking at the beginning of the ministry of Jesus, which included His disciples continuing to baptize.

In this episode of the "Beacons of The Gospel" podcast, we will continue our in-depth examination of "The Great Commission," by looking at the next 4 topics on our component list of the "Gospel Message." These topics are #2 Sin, #3 Jesus is the atoning sacrifice for our Sin, #4 Confession & Repentance is a prerequisite to receiving forgiveness of our Sin, and finally, #5 The Confession of Jesus, as Lord & Savior, is also a prerequisite to receiving forgiveness of our Sin.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast, we will continue our examination of "The Great Commission," which I have re-titled "Mission Impossible," by identifying and listing the component topics of "The Gospel Message." We will then concentrate on laying the foundation for making new converts by looking at the Biblical argument for trusting in God's Word as "The Truth." This is topic number 1 in our list. We will also identify the fact that the adversary of our faith is Satan and that he will stop at nothing to try and mislead us, in our efforts to learn "The Truth," and correctly teach "The Truth" to others.

In this episode, we will continue our examination of "The Great Commission." We pick up by closing out our look at the declared supreme authority of Jesus. We then examine the contractual relationship between Church clergy and "The Church" laity. I also examine the question of whether this current relationship hinders a greater participation in the ministries of evangelism and disciple-making within The Church. I then look at the word "go," in "The Great Commission" and compare that to the current approach to evangelism, of inviting people to church. Next, we review our understanding of what a genuine "disciple" is. We then close out the episode by suggesting that the phrase "baptizing them" is a synecdoche.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast series, we will begin our study of "The Great Commission," which I have re-titled "Mission Impossible." In our study, we will be unpacking the first 3 verses of Matthew chapter 28, verses 16 to 20, which detail "The Great Commission." We will be looking at the importance of "showing up" when Jesus calls. Then we will take an in-depth look at "Doubt" and "Worship." Finally, we will begin an examination of the all-encompassing "Authority" of Jesus, as He gives His disciples their "Marching Orders."

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast, Season 1, Episode #12, titled "Revelation & Interpretation,” we will conclude our exploration of the concept of "Truth." We will also be continuing our examination of the process of God's “Revelation” of Himself to mankind. Additionally, we will revisit the fact that God's "Revelation" of Himself was ultimately fulfilled in the incarnation of Jesus, God's Son, and in His atoning death, burial, and resurrection, which the New Testament meticulously details as "The Gospel Message." We will conclude the episode by emphasizing the importance of, and the methodology for, achieving a proper “Interpretation” of God's written Word, the Bible.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast, Season 1, Episode #11, titled "The Reality of Morality," we will continue our exploration of the concept of "Truth." We will once again focus on "Truth" as the starting point for all evangelistic and disciple-making conversations, as it serves as the foundation for everything else we will eventually teach. Additionally, we will examine the progressive nature of God's "Revelation" of Himself, beginning with "Natural Revelation" and then continuing on to "Special Revelation." We will conclude the episode by emphasizing that God's "Revelation" of Himself was ultimately fulfilled in the incarnation of Jesus, God's Son, and in His atoning death, burial, and resurrection, which are all meticulously detailed in the New Testament as "The Gospel Message."

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast, Season 1 Episode #10 titled "The Question of Truth, Part III," we will continue our examination of the concept of "Truth." We will present "Truth" as the starting point for all evangelistic and disciple-making conversations, as it is the foundation for everything else we will eventually teach. Then we will conclude our identification and examination of the five dominant counterfeit sources of "Truth." Those counterfeit sources are Experience, Religion, Politics, Philosophy, and Science.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the gospel" Podcast, Season 1 Episode #9 titled "The Question of Truth, Part II," we will continue our examination of the concept of "Truth." We will present "Truth" as the starting point for all evangelistic and disciple-making conversations, as it is the foundation for everything else we will eventually teach. Then we will continue with our identification and examination of the five dominant counterfeit sources of "Truth." Those counterfeit sources are Experience, Religion, Politics, Philosophy, and Science.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the gospel" Podcast, titled "The Question of Truth, Part I," we will begin our examination of the concept of "Truth." We will present "Truth" as the starting point for all evangelistic and disciple-making conversations, as it is the foundation for everything else we will eventually teach. Then we will begin our identification and examination of the five dominant counterfeit sources of "Truth." Those counterfeit sources are Experience, Religion, Politics, Philosophy, and Science.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the gospel" Podcast, we will be examining the deliberate redefining and misuse of words as a tactic to manipulate people into supporting otherwise fringe group agendas and societal and cultural behavior. As such, disciple makers need to be informed and proactive in confronting this agenda by constantly defining the important Biblical words and terms we use, as well as encouraging the people we engage with to do the same with the words and terms they use.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the gospel" Podcast, we will be examining the processes of Farming, Building, and Fishing, and using them as metaphors by noticing the parallels between them and the process of making disciples of Jesus Christ and the Gospel. In doing this, we will be recognizing that this process of making disciples requires us to identify the different stages or phases that must be navigated through to develop thoroughly trained disciples.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the gospel" Podcast, I will be discussing the use of illustrations in teaching. Then we will examine how learning how and when to utilize them can dramatically increase our effectiveness in communicating the Gospel Message to people who don't understand it.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the gospel" Podcast, I will be discussing what the purpose of "The Church" is and how well churches are presently doing at fulfilling that purpose. I will also be citing some current surveys and studies, which reveal some disturbing trends in the declining numbers of churches and attendance, since the turn of the century. I will then discuss the use of argumentation in the presentation of the gospel when sharing our faith. Finally, we will look at an experiment that illustrates our tendency toward embracing traditions and learned behavior.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast, we will continue our examination of "The Jesus Method" and how it works. I will once again be sharing, from my personal experiences, how the asking of probing and insightful questions can have a remarkable impact on the effectiveness of our evangelistic encounters.

In this episode of the "Beacons of the Gospel" Podcast, I will be examining "The Jesus Method" of teaching, evangelizing, and disciple-making. This method is demonstrated by the boy Jesus while He is interacting with the Teachers of the Law. This incident is recorded for us in Luke chapter 2 verses 39 to 52.

In this inaugural episode of my "Beacons of the Gospel" podcast series, we will first present the introduction to the series by explaining its purpose, which is to equip prospective evangelists and disciple-makers with the communication skills, techniques, methods, and strategies to achieve more successful results in those endeavors. Second, I will share my eulogy, given for my dear friend, John Moseley, as a way of sharing some of my background, in an attempt to establish my credibility to teach this material.