The Pentecostal Teacher

In this episode, Dr. True breaks down Colossians 3:17-4:1, looking at the power of Christ to invade all of life and human relationships. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

Dr. True continues our exposition of Colossians with Colossians 3:12-17. What does it mean to live for Christ in all of Life? Check out this week's episode.For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

Dr. True continues our exposition of Colossians, looking at Colossians 3:1-11. Have you changed out your clothes to match where you live? Check out today's podcast.For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

As we continue working our way through Colossians, Dr. True looks at Colossians 2:16-23. Losing Your Religion. Paul reveals two pitfalls that can cause people to miss Christ in the shadows of religion. Have you disconnected or do you find life in Christ? For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

Water baptism is a powerful declaration of new life in Christ. In this teaching, Dr. True unpacks Colossians 2:6-15 where we see that Christians are called to walk in the reality demonstrated in their baptism. They are to walk in the way of death and resurrection, and live out resurrection life in Christ.For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this episode, Dr. True unpacks Colossians 1:24-2:5 as we continue our exposition of Colossians. Are you maturing in the mystery of the gospel? Have you experienced the power of the indwelling Christ? For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this episode, Dr. True picks up his exposition where he left off last week, continuing to look at Paul's Christological hymn. We learn that Christ is the fountain of a New Creation through resurrection, a resurrection we are invited into as believers. Listen in today!For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

As Dr. True continues his exposition of the book of Colossians, we take a look at that powerful, Christological hymn where Paul extols Christ as the image of the invisible God. Join us as we discover who this Jesus is that we follow. Take a listen today!For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

Welcome to a new session on The Pentecostal Teacher! Dr. True kicks off a new series here on the podcast, an exposition of the book of Colossians. Today, we look at Colossians 1:1-15. In this passage, we learn that Christian praise is shown in transformed ways. Join the journey through Colossians today. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

As Dr. True concludes our series "In Light of the Son," we look at 2 Timothy 3 and 4. We learn why we are compelled to share the Word. Rooted in the generations and the inspiration, we are compelled to share the Word, tom "Do the work of an Evangelist," as Paul charges. Check out our latest episode today. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

As we continue our Epiphany series, Dr. True takes a look at 2 Timothy where Paul instructs his protege to guard the good deposit. We learn to stand for the truth with confidence, our calling, and Christ. Tune in today.For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

What's the most common objection to Christianity? Is it not that the church is full of hypocrites? In this episode, Dr. True looks at the importance of allowing the faith that we profess to be reflected in the life we possess. As we continue our Epiphany teaching series, we want to live it out in light of the Son.  For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this episode, Dr. True continues our epiphany series looking at living in the light of Jesus. Today, he tackles the idea of staying alert so we aren't lulled by lawlessness. The spirit of Antichrist and the spirit of Lawlessness can lead us away from the Lord. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

Dr. True is beginning a new series here on the podcast, celebrating the season of Epiphany. Epiphany celebrates the light of Christ coming to the Gentiles, represented in the Magi coming to worship. In this first teaching in the series, Dr. True unpacks the story of Simeon and Anna, and asks how we respond to the light of the Son? How do we respond to the light of Christ?For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this episode, Dr. True engages with the idea of testimony. He highlights how this foundational element of Pentecostal culture is actually a powerful learning tool for training Pentecostal disciples. Tying testimony to the insights of British educator Charlotte Mason, Dr. True explains how Mason's method of a lesson should be engaged by Pentecostals as a means of training disciples in the language, speaking abilities, and critical thinking skills necessary to make a difference in the world. Check out Jason Barney's book A Classical Guide to Narration for more information on Mason's method of a lesson.For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

After the season of Advent, Dr. True jumps back into our series on a Pentecostal worldview. This week, we look at diversity. What role does diversity have in the Pentecostal tradition? Check out this weeks episode. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this conclusion to our Advent teaching series, Dr. True unpacks 2 Peter 3, where Peter teaches about the hope of New Creation. In this text, we learn that we are a New Creation people, living today in light of that day. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In week three of our Advent series, Dr. True unpacks Romans 8, looking at the groaning of Creation, Christians, and the Spirit. We learn how the Spirit joins us in our groaning so that we can be transformed to accomplish our purpose. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this episode of The Pentecostal Teacher, Dr. True continues our Advent series looking at being Changed in the Waiting. This week, we go to Titus 2, where we learn about being transformed by walking with Christ in the school of grace. Listen in today. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

Taking a break from our series on A Pentecostal Worldview, Dr. True takes a look at the power of waiting in the Christian life. The season of Advent on the church calendar celebrates the waiting of God's people for their King and Messiah, and we, too, are a waiting people, looking for the full salvation to be brought about by the return of Jesus. Tune in over the next few weeks to hear about being Changed in the Waiting. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

One of the core Pentecostal teachings is the prophethood of all believers. Most people understand that we are all priests, based in the reformation teaching of Martin Luther, but Classical Pentecostalism teaches that we are all prophets as well, empowered by the Spirit of God to speak His word. What difference does this make in Pentecostalism? What should are worship gatherings look like if we truly believe all can be used by the Spirit of God to speak for God? Join Dr. True today as he unpacks this important topic. Dr. True's teaching on Numbers 11, episode 1 of the podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445820/episodes/16551165For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

What role does experience play in spiritual formation? What role does our encounter with the supernatural have in growing like Christ? In this episode, Dr. True unpacks the role of experience in a Pentecostal life. What would happen if we brought our experiences into conversation with the Word of God? For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

Do Pentecostals learn differently? What role does the Holy Spirit have in education? In this episode, Dr. True unpacks a Pentecostal epistemology. He explains the work of Jackie David and Cheryl Bridges Johns, and their work on Pentecostal knowing. He also brings in the work of British educator Charlotte Mason and "The Great Recognition." What would it look like for Pentecostals to live in The Great Recognition?For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

What does it mean to be a Classical Pentecostal? Are there elements of Classical Pentecostalism that are unique and different from other segments of the Evangelical church? Over the next few episodes, Dr. True is going to unpack some of his research on a Pentecostal worldview and the unique perspectives that lie underneath the Classical Pentecostal faith. In this episode, Dr. True is going to look at the Pentecostal problem. By looking at our Pentecostal educational institutions, one can see where we adopted the philosophy and methods of the fundamentalists and evangelicals that have put us where we are today in the Pentecostal movement, almost indistinguishable apart from our theology. Have a listen today. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this episode, Dr. True looks at the liturgical tradition, and specifically their sacrament of confirmation. What many may not know is the way this ceremony represents a Pentecostal experience. Dr. True will share footage from Dr. Chris E. W. Green, a Pentecostal theologian and bishop of the Diocese of Saint Anthony. He will also read an article by Catholic theologian Marek Kluz on confirmation in the thought of Pope Benedict. In all of this, we will see the strong connections between confirmation and an empowering, sanctifying experience of the Holy Spirit. Sanctuary Sunday Service, Pentecost and Confirmation Sunday:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swTFEBPZggEThe Ecclesiastical Role of The Holy Spirit in the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Teaching of Benedict XVIhttps://czasopisma.upjp2.edu.pl/analectacracoviensia/article/view/3635/3520 For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

Pentecostal Fire in Other Traditions. In this series, we've been looking at how the fires of Pentecost burn in other Christian traditions. This week, we look at the Wesleyan Tradition. John Wesley, founder of Methodism and the modern holiness movement, taught that there was an experience of sanctification beyond the initial moment of justification. The holiness movement tied this experience of Entire Sanctification with the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. In this episode, Dr. True looks at a Wesleyan perspective on Entire Sanctification and the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. What is Christian Perfection by Ryan Dankerhttps://youtu.be/BQ1KMocOCoo?si=KqmtqmJuqyJR_u4_ Sanctification//Articles of Religion by Dr. Bob Blackhttps://youtu.be/YAC-iEu9BLg?si=z58XqXbYP4hBmainFive Signs of Sanctification by L. B. Hickshttps://youtu.be/SD9KkAbc0rg?si=cDuylm-J2ZwwlIRBFor more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

As Dr. True continues looking at Pentecostal fire in other traditions, Dr. True turns his attention to the Fundamentalist movement. Building on the Spirit-filled history of Early Baptists, this week examines the way that many in Fundamentalism demonstrate a somewhat Pentecostal understanding of the fullness of the Holy Spirit.Fresh Oil by Dr. Jack Hyles: https://youtu.be/-jzFfFi0WHo?si=GVwWgIO-xXKWpx5SThe Power of Pentecost by Dr. John R. Rice:https://classics.preachthebible.org/episode/the-power-of-pentecost-dr-john-r-rice/With the Holy Ghost by Dr. Ray Young:https://hylesanderson.edu/sermons/with-the-holy-ghost-ray-young/Victory Through the Filling of the Spirit by Dr. Paul Chappell:https://www.lancasterbaptist.org/sermons/pastor-paul-chappell-victory-through-the-filling-of-the-spiritFor more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

Are there elements of Pentecostal fire in other traditions? As we begin season 2 on The Pentecostal Teacher, we're going to begin looking at elements of the Pentecostal faith that are present in other Christian traditions. Today, we begin by looking at the Spirit's fullness in early Baptist history. Dr. True reads and responds to an article by Dr. Christopher L. Schelin entitled "The Spirit-filled Life of Early Baptists." Dr. Schelin's Article: https://www.wordandspiritbaptists.com/post/the-spirit-filled-life-of-early-baptistsPleasant View Baptist Church, McQuady, Kentucky Sunday Service, July 27, 2025:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2R7fas2ofBQ&t=2700s For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

What do we do when the Word of God hits tough? You know, when your toes get stepped on as the preacher preaches? In this episode, Dr. True unpacks a portion of Amos 7 where the plumbline of the Word is dropped over the life of Israel. In it, we learn how to submit to the Word as the standard of our lives, or reject it to our own peril. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

What happens when we're broken?  In this week's episode, Dr. True unpacks the story of Naaman, and demonstrates how there's restoration in God's instructions. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

What do we do when we lose a loved one? In this episode, Dr. True unpacks the story of Elijah and Elisha when Elijah's taken up into heaven. In it, he talks about looking to continue the legacy of our loved one. We must fight through the voices of separation and have a vision to continue the legacy.For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

What do you do when life is tough? When you find yourself between a rock and a hard place? In this episode, Dr. True begins a new series looking at what to do in tough situations by unpacking a story from the life of Elijah when he found himself at the end of his rope. Rest and revelation helped move him from a breakdown to a breakthrough. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this episode, Dr. True unpacks Acts 19:1-7 where Paul asks the Pentecostal question. This question highlights the hurdles we often must overcome to walk in the Pentecostal experience. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

Central to Classical Pentecostalism is the doctrine of the initial physical sign of speaking in other tongues. In this episode, Dr. Jake True unpacks Acts 10:34-48 as the strongest scriptural case for the doctrine of evidential tongues. Tongues declare that Christ is Lord of all, and therefore play a central role in redemption history. That's why Classical Pentecostals are on firm footing for believing that the baptism of believers in the Holy Spirit is witnessed by the initial, physical sign of speaking in tongues. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this week's episode, Dr. True unpacks the Pentecostal doctrine of subsequence, how the Baptism of the Holy Spirit is an experience that is subsequent to and distinct from the New Birth. Using Acts 8 as a text, Dr. True demonstrates that the prerequisite of Pentecost is a transformed heart. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this week's episode, Dr. True is joined by Chris Powell of Chris Powell Ministries and Bobby Ferguson of Bought Back Ministries in a panel discussion through Acts 2. Join us as we talk through Acts 2:1-13. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this episode, Dr. True unpacks Acts 1, where Jesus teaches his disciples about the Holy Spirit. In it, we see the purpose of Pentecostal power to anoint and enable Kingdom witness till Christ returns. Join us over the next few weeks to unpack passages in Acts that relate to the Pentecostal experience of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this final message from the series "Led by Fire," Dr. True unpacks Deuteronomy 31 where Moses is commanded to raise up a son and a song to pass on this faith. From this, Dr. True asks us what song we are passing on to the next generation. Are we leaving a heritage of fire? What song will the next generation sing? For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this episode, Dr. True continues journeying with the people of God as they are led by fire. In this episode, we learn how to move from pardon to possession by the power of the Holy Spirit. It's the fullness of the Spirit that allows us to be wholehearted followers of Christ. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Can I get a little respect? In this episode, Dr. True unpacks Numbers 12, where the pillar of cloud appears in judgement for Miriam and Aaron's disrespect of Moses. In this story, we see the seriousness with which God takes the way we treat our brothers and sisters in Christ. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

How should we respond to the presence of God? In this episode, Dr. True looks at the various ways people often respond to God's presence. God wants us to move from being spectators to abiding and remaining in His presence.For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this episode, Dr. True looks at how God's presence led the Israelites in victory over the obstacles and enemies that pursued them on their journey. In it, we learn that when we are led by God, we, too, can overcome whatever may stand in our way as we walk with God. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

God wants to lead His people. In the first teaching in this series, Dr. True begins looking at the Pillar and the Cloud that led the people of God throughout their journey from Egypt to the promised land. Listen in to hear how God, by His presence, wants to lead us, too. We, too, can be led by fire. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

What would happen if we lived toward the transformation that is coming when God makes all things new? In this episode, Dr. True unpacks the last portion of 1 Corinthians where we look at living in light of resurrection hope. The hope of resurrection should empower a steadfast, immovable work for the kingdom, and that's what Paul's entire aim has been in 1 Corinthians. Tune in to see how to live toward resurrection. For more information about Dr. Jake True, The Pentecostal Teacher, visit www.jaketrue.com or email [email protected] more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

What will it be like when we're resurrected? What will the resurrection body be like? In this week's episode, Dr. True unpacks the next segment of 1 Corinthians 15 where Paul gives a natural picture to help us understand the resurrection life: Bodies blooming by the Spirit. Check it out!For more information about Dr. Jake True, visit www.jaketrue.com or email [email protected]. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

It's Spring Time! As we move toward Easter, Dr. True is continuing to break down 1 Corinthians 15 and the topic of resurrection.  In this week's teaching, Dr. True continues his study, looking at verses 12-34. Here, we learn that the Christian faith is resurrection faith, and that the resurrection of Christ provides the foundation for what we believe and what Christ is doing in the world. For more information on the Pentecostal Teacher, Dr. Jake True, visit jaketrue.com, or email [email protected]. For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

Spring brings with it the celebration of Easter. Easter is probably the single most important holiday in the Christian calendar, celebrating the resurrection of Christ. Over the next few weeks, Dr. True is going to be walking through 1 Corinthians 15 where Paul gives some of his most important teachings on the resurrection. This week, we're looking at "The Message We Proclaim," and understand that resurrection is THE central message of Christianity as God makes all things new through Jesus Christ. For more information about The Pentecostal Teacher and Dr. Jake True, visit www.jaketrue.com, or email [email protected] more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

In this episode, Dr. True unpacks Psalm 146. In it, he looks at the frail and the faithful. In a world of human frailty, we must trust the faithful God. In a world tempted to look to human leaders, we must remember the Lord of lords and King of kings. We must look to the faithful God. The frail must trust the faithful. For more information on Dr. Jake True, please visit www.jaketrue.com or email [email protected]  For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

What are you living for? Ever wonder if what you are doing will make a difference? The book of Ecclesiastes talks about the desire of the human heart to seek advantage in life. So often, we are caught in the hamster wheel of life, never getting ahead.  The Teacher of Ecclesiastes gives us some wisdom from heaven, reminding us that in a world desiring to pursue the advantage, we can enjoy our portion as a gift from God. It's there that we can find true satisfaction and happiness in life.For more information on Dr. Jake True, please visit www.jaketrue.com or email [email protected]  For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram

"What do you do for a living?" That question is often asked in our introductory conversations as we meet someone for the first time. In it, we see how often our value and identity is caught up in what we do. In this podcast episode, Dr. True looks at a passage from Ecclesiastes that reminds us that we are not to find our identity in what we produce, but in who we are as image-bearers of God. For more information on Dr. Jake True, please visit www.jaketrue.com or email [email protected]  For more information about Dr. Jake True and The Pentecostal Teacher: [email protected] us on: FacebookInstagram