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What Does the Bible Say about Forgiveness? Jun 26, 2023

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Jesus said, “If ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses" (Matthew 6:15). The problem is that people sometimes hurt us deeply, and forgiving them is difficult, especially when the offender never apologizes or even acknowledges the wrong.
Dr. David K. Bernard explores what the Scriptures say about forgiveness and how we can apply its teaching to our lives, including in cases of severe mistreatment and abuse.

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Does Deuteronomy 22:5 Apply to Christians? Jun 19, 2023

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Deuteronomy 22:5 says, "A woman shall not wear anything that pertains to a man, nor shall a man put on a woman’s garment, for all who do so are an abomination to the Lord your God" (NKJV). Does this obscure Old Testament command apply to Christians? If so, how do we comply?
Dr. David K. Bernard responds by explaining the connection between gender identity and dress, and what this means for modern-day believers.

Should Christians Seek Help from Deliverance Ministries? Jun 12, 2023

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Many so-called "deliverance ministries" claim they can help struggling Christians find freedom from spiritual bondage by casting out evil spirits and breaking generational curses, covenants, soul ties, and other forms of spiritual control and manipulation. Are these ministries legitimate, and does the Bible support their claims? Dr. David K. Bernard responds by turning to the Scriptures.

How Do I Become a UPCI Minister? Jun 05, 2023

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The United Pentecostal Church International (UPCI) offers three levels of ministerial credentials: local license, general license, and ordination. What is the purpose of ministerial credentials and why are there three levels? How does someone determine whether they should seek credentials with the UPCI in the first place?
General Superintendent Dr. David K. Bernard provides an overview of the UPCI's ministerial credentialing process and offers guidance to those who feel called to ministry but aren't sure how or where to begin.

What’s It like to Be General Superintendent? May 29, 2023

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In this special episode, Dr. David K. Bernard shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it is like to be the general superintendent of the United Pentecostal Church International. He explains the duties and responsibilities of being the leader of the world's largest Oneness Pentecostal organization and shares his vision for the role.

What Does “Binding and Loosing” Mean? May 22, 2023

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In Matthew 16:19, Jesus told the apostle Peter, “I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” He repeated these instructions about “binding and loosing” in Matthew 18:18.
What do these verses mean? Are Christians supposed to be binding and loosing something, and, if so, what? Dr. David K. Bernard examines these passages in their biblical context to shed light on Jesus' intended meaning.

How to Talk to a Trinitarian May 15, 2023

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Dr. David K. Bernard has had many conversations and debates with Trinitarian scholars and apologists during the course of his ministry. In this episode, he shares what he has learned from these discussions about effectively engaging with Trinitarians on the topics of the Godhead and the identity of Jesus Christ. This episode is for anyone who wants to lead others into greater understanding of biblical truth.

Are Apostolic Pentecostals Legalists? May 08, 2023

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Some critics accuse Apostolic Pentecostals of being "legalistic" because of our insistence on water baptism in Jesus' name and our pursuit of personal holiness. Is this accusation warranted? UPCI General Superintendent Dr. David K. Bernard responds to this charge with a defense of Apostolic Pentecostal teachings on both salvation and holiness.
For further study, see Dr. Bernard's book Practical Holiness: A Second Look, available at PentecostalPublishing.com.

Are Spiritual Gifts for the Church Today? May 01, 2023

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There is a debate within Christianity over whether the spiritual gifts Paul described in 1 Corinthians 12-14 still operate in the church today. Cessationists argue that spiritual gifts ceased with the apostles, while Pentecostals, including the United Pentecostal Church International, believe and teach that spiritual gifts continue to operate in the church today.
In this podcast episode, Dr. David K. Bernard responds to the most common arguments cessationists make to support their claims. In doing so, he explains why believers should expect the supernatural gifts described in the New Testament to operate in the modern church.

Has Revelation Already Been Fulfilled? Apr 24, 2023

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A school of thought within Christianity known as preterism argues that the prophecies of Daniel and Revelation already have been fulfilled. Proponents of preterism say the destruction of Jerusalem by Roman armies in AD 70 was the culmination of Bible prophecy, so there will be no future Tribulation or other so-called “end time” events. But is this teaching compatible with Pentecostal theology?
Dr. David K. Bernard examines the inherent flaws of preterism and shows why it is inconsistent with biblical teaching and Pentecostal theology.
For more information on this topic, see Upholding Our Future Hope: An Apostolic Response to Preterism, compiled by Jorge Medina, and Understanding God's Word by Dr. David K. Bernard. Both titles are available at PentecostalPublishing.com.

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