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The Onesimus Collective
by Harrison D. Wilson
The Onesimus Collective is a discussion of Christianity minus the theological rhetoric. It is hosted by Harrison D. Wilson, who invites the followers of Jesus Christ, or the just curious, to take this journey together.
Episodes
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Thanksgiving 2025
This is a rebroadcast of last year's (2024) Thanksgiving episode. I hope you enjoy it.
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Episode 25: Baptism (Sermon from September 2025)
This is Harrison Dee Wilson of the Onesimus Collective. The following is a sermon I preached in September of 2025, concerning baptism. If you disagree with my assessment of baptism or tongues, which are also talked about, please be cordial and respectful in any correspondence with The Onesimus...
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Episode 24: James Chapter 3
Show Description: The human tongue, or the human mouth, and the words coming from it can do damage like a wildfire. This episode will explore how to keep the tongue in check by exploring James chapter 3 and other Scripture associated with being careful of what we say. BIBLIOGRAPHY Doriani, Daniel...
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Episode 12: The Easter Episode Remastered
Show Description: In this remastered episode, we will discuss the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We will also discuss the idea that Jesus’s disciples stole His body to make it appear Jesus arose from the dead. Please rate the show where you get your podcasts. BIBLIOGRAPHY Byas,...
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A Christmas Episode
Show Description: In this episode - a few Christmas memories and a short discussion of the true meaning of the Christmas Season. BIBLIOGRAPHY: Costa Isaäc da, The Four Witnesses: Being a Harmony of the Gospels on a New Principle. (New York, NY: R. Carter & Brothers, 1855), 476-77.…
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A Thanksgiving Episode
In this bonus episode, I talk a little about some of my Thanksgiving memories. I pray you and your family has a wonderful Thanksgiving!!!
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Bonus Episode for November 2024
Show Description: In this Bonus Episode: What is the Christian life all about? Is it about health, wealth, and fame? Is it always about what we can get, or does the Christian life serve a different purpose? Is the congregation you are a part of serving Christ or serving self? This episode should...
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Episode 23:The Book of James Part 3
Show Description: In this episode, there is a narration loosely based on James chapter 2 with an unexpected ending. Since James chapter 2 is important, I also addressed the controversies circling James's and Paul’s respective theologies. I have attempted, at some length, to explain that both men...
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Episode 22: The Book of James Part 2
Show Description: This is part 2 of our study of the Book of James, of which the contents might be offensive to some. This episode further analyzes the double-minded person and discusses the remainder of Chapter 1 of the Book of James. Bibliography: Doriani, Daniel M. James. Phillipsburg, NJ,...
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Episode 21: The Book of James Part 1
Show Description: This episode is the first in a multi-episode series on the Book of James. In this episode, we will discuss some of the history of the book and the first eight verses of chapter one. BIBLIOGRAPHY: Doriani, Daniel M. James. Phillipsburg, NJ, UNITED STATES: P & R Publishing, 2007....
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Update: July 27, 2024
I have endeavored to research the Book of James to determine some of the history of the book, the issues the early church had with the book, and the conflict between Paul and James concerning justification (faith and works). I am working on the research, and research takes time. This will be at...
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Episode 20: An Atmosphere of Worship
Worship is essential to the Christian life, but what is real worship? An understanding of Who is being worshiped is the only place to start. Source: Adana, Kor. “Why Was Baptism Important In The Early Church | Christian.Net.” Accessed June 25, 2024....
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Episode 19: Format Change and a Snippet of "A Christmas Carol"
For the foreseeable future, “The Onesimus Collective” will go to one episode per month. Also, a test snippet of a narration of "A Christmas Carol."
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Episode 18: A Collection of Narrations Remastered
I have been revisiting existing episodes and making a few changes. This week, four stories from other episodes are all in one place. If you enjoyed them in the past now you can enjoy them together....
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Episode 17: I'm Not Sacrificing That!
Sacrifice is usually not something we enjoy. We sacrifice time with family to work and make money. Some sacrifice their ethics and morals to make more money; some seem to sacrifice everything and still end up with nothing. God demands sacrifice from His people but sacrificing for God always...
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Lamentations of the Host
Podcasting pitfalls and a desire to share the Gospel.
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Episode 16: Suffer the Little Children
This week we will hear a story about a little boy. Not a lot of detail is given, but we gather he is from the inner city and drugs and alcohol affect his life in horrible ways. For a small boy, he comes across as gritty and tough. However, he is just a little boy who needs Jesus. The Jesus of the...
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Episode 15: Muddled Thinking - A Consideration of the Christian Crusades
What do you think of when you hear the word “Crusades?” Do you think of knights with big red crosses across their chests or the senseless killing in the name of the Cross of Christ? By the way, except for many of those doing the fighting, the Crusades were not about the Cross of Christ. We will...
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Episode 14: Sing Remastered
This episode will discuss Saturday night singings in the Southern Gospel tradition—those of my childhood and those more recent. Also discussed is why Christians sing.
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Episode 13: A Conversation with John and Horace
This week, we will consider whether the Gospel of John is “the superior gospel,” or gnostic ramblings. Also, the 19th-century theologian, Horace Bushnell. Are his ideas suitable for Sunday service, or should he be classified with the transcendentalist of his day. BIBLIOGRAPHY Albanese, Catherine…
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Episode 12: An Easter Episode
In this episode, we will discuss the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We will also discuss the idea that Jesus’s disciples stole His body to make it appear Jesus arose from the dead. The episode will finish with a discussion of how Jesus is the “resurrection and the life.” Please...
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Episode 11: These Dreams Remastered
A few items were removed and the audio was cleaned up a bit. This episode is personal and I hope it can be a help to the listener. In this episode, I will discuss two dreams I have had in my life. One when I was a child, the other more recently. No, this is not hocus-pocus or netherworld…
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Episode 10: A Narration of “The 26 Guards”
This week, we look, for a moment, into 2 Kings to see God’s flaming army at work. As well, we will present a narration of a story known as “The 26 Guards.” A story suspected of being fictional but inspiring just the same. Hope you enjoy it, and please let us know what you think. Website…
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Episode 9: "The Prayer"
In this episode, there will be a discussion of what Scripture says about becoming a Christian. As well, “the prayer” prayed by preachers, in their streaming or recorded messages, as well as by well-meaning children’s ministry workers, will be considered.
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Episode 8: A God-Centered God
Just because we might think we are autonomous persons doesn’t mean God won’t intervene in our lives and use us for His purpose. In this episode, we will briefly discuss a man named Cyrus whom God commissioned, without Cyrus’s knowledge, to help Israel. The question is, why? Well, it comes down to...
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Episode 7: The God of all Comfort
Anxiety, worry, and stress. We all experience these things from time to time, but God desires to help. Jesus came to bring life to an otherwise dark world. The incarnation of Christ is the most pivotal event in human history and, in this episode, is elaborated on by a short story narration called...
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Episode 6: A Narration Episode
In this week's episode, we will present a narration that summarizes some of the Christian Church's early history. BIBLIOGRAPHY Galvin, Doctor James C., “Book Outlines (all),” Life Application Study Bible, King James Version, Gen Ed. Ronald A, Beers, Carol Stream, IL, Tyndale House Publishers…
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Episode 5: Lost and Found
Would you attend a feast hosted by the richest person in town? Or would you have better things to do? Would you rather be lost or found? In this episode, the invitations have gone out. What will be your response?
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Episode 4: Standing in the Gap for You
In this episode, there will be a discussion of the importance of the local church, even though there are glaring issues in many churches today. As well, we will talk about an attempt to thwart the work of Jesus’s earthly ministry by the Jewish leaders of that day. Please rate this episode in your...
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New Promotional Episode of The Onesimus Collective
Hello, this is Harrison Wilson from “The Onesimus Collective.” If you are listening to this new promotional message for the podcast - thank you. If you have heard the original promotional message - thank you as well. However, the original message has been removed, since I now have my bearings…
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Episode 1: Why "The Onesimus Collective?"
The Book of Philemon gives us a snapshot of how faith in Jesus Christ can set the captive free. Jesus gives Onesimus new life and new hope as he returns to his master, whom he had wronged. Please rate the show in the podcast app.
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Episode 3: Christmas in January?
The extended Christmas season, Christmas traditions, how Christmas makes us happy, and the origins of Christmas will be touched on in this episode. Sources used in this episode are: “Constantine and Christmas” https://doi.org/10.1177/0039320787017001-421 “What Should a Christian Do About…
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Bonus Episode for Monday January 22, 2024
A short story narration called "The Grouchy Old Man" shines a light on the importance of church attendance. As well, a look ahead at Episode 3: A Christmas Episode? Please rate the show in the podcast app.
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Episode 2: Being the Light in a Darkened World
Episode 2 continues the light discussion of 2nd Corinthians Chapter 4 begun in Episode 1. The focus here will be on verses 1-6 and a discussion of the need for Jesus Christ in the individual's life. Please rate the show in the podcast app.
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The Onesimus Collective is a discussion of Christianity minus the theological rhetoric. It is hosted by Harrison D. Wilson, who invites the followers of Jesus Christ, or the just curious, to take this journey together.
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