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How important is reading? In this episode, we make a theological case that reading the written word is deeply significant, not only the Bible but books of all genres in general. Dan and I discuss our journies with reading and several tips for what to read and how to develop a habit of reading. For more about our ministry, visit: afci.us

In this episode, we discuss the controversial "He Gets Us" Super Bowl ad and the foot-washing scene in John 13. What is Jesus teaching by washing His disciple's feet? Why does Jesus only wash the feet of the twelve? What does the Bible mean by love and hate? We answer all these questions and more as we consider the reality of the gospel. For more information about our ministry, visit: afci.us

What motives should characterize gospel ministry? What are the impure motives that tend to stigmatize many preachers and evangelists? What are the methods consistent with the gospel? Does God care about methods? We answer these questions as we unpack 1 Thessalonians 2:3-4 and consider Paul's ministry amidst a negative world. To learn more about our ministry, visit: afci.us

In this episode, we discuss the history of evangelicalism in America and how we, as evangelical Christians, arrived in a negative world. Long before Aaron Renn popularized his framework of the three worlds of evangelicalism, Dan reminds us that a number of earlier evangelical leaders were warning us about the sudden shift in America in doctrine, morality, and fundamental worldview beliefs. Men like Francis Schaeffer and Chuck Colson are among them. Apparently no one listened to their warnings. To learn more about our ministry, visit: afci.us

Are we in the middle of a conflict with the spiritual forces of evil? Are there demons working actively against the truth and the kingdom of God? What is our responsibility in this spiritual war? How do we fight and resist the doctrine of demons? Join us as we talk with John Stambaugh as he traces the theme of the cosmic conflict through Scripture. For more information about our ministry, visit: afci.us https://pushpay.com/g/acfiusa?fnd=yxHf05h0MbuQZgrnfWrSmQ&fndv=Lock&lang=en&src=pcgl You can follow John on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/johnwstambaugh/

What does true manhood look like? What things should a young man pursue in his life? What place do physical strength and fighting ability have in defining manhood? How important is physical appearance? King David serves as an ideal that young men can strive towards. His life exemplifies biblical manhood and maturity. To learn more about my ministry, visit: afci.us To support this podcast and my ministry, visit: https://pushpay.com/g/acfiusa?fnd=yxHf05h0MbuQZgrnfWrSmQ&fndv=Lock&lang=en&src=pcgl

Is there a future for the nation of Israel? Are Jews still considered God's people? What is the relationship between Israel and the Church? What are the different positions regarding Romans 11:26? Is there more than one meaning of Jew? To learn more about my ministry, visit: afci.us To support this show and my ministry visit: https://pushpay.com/g/acfiusa?fnd=yxHf05h0MbuQZgrnfWrSmQ&fndv=Lock&lang=en&src=pcgl

In this episode, we discuss what a true man is by contrasting true manhood with the sons of worthlessness. Throughout the Old Testament, especially in the book of 1 Samuel, a recurring title shows up -- son of worthlessness. A son of worthlessness is what a man should not be. The life of a worthless man is a life a man must reject in order to be a true, godly man. To learn more about our ministry, visit: afci.us To support our ministry and this podcast, visit: https://pushpay.com/g/acfiusa?fnd=yxHf05h0MbuQZgrnfWrSmQ&fndv=Lock&lang=en&src=pcgl

In this episode, we discuss our evangelistic experiences at KU in September of 2023. We regularly practice two types of evangelism: open-air dialogues where students initiate conversations with us and initiative evangelism where we initiate conversations with students. In this episode, we play audio recordings of how we begin our conversations with students when doing initiative evangelism. Also, we tell a story of our experience with a street preacher at KU. To learn more about our ministry, visit: afci.us To help fund my ministry and this podcast, visit: https://pushpay.com/g/acfiusa?fnd=yxHf05h0MbuQZgrnfWrSmQ&fndv=Lock&lang=en&src=pcgl

What is the difference between an itinerate preacher and a pastor? Does the church need itinerate evangelists? What does the ministry of an itinerate preacher and evangelist look like? Join Dan and me, as we talk with Stan Hankins, an itinerate preacher and evangelist who has served as an itinerant preacher for over 30 years. To learn more about my ministry, visit: afci.us To donate, visit: https://pushpay.com/g/acfiusa?fnd=yxHf05h0MbuQZgrnfWrSmQ&fndv=Lock&lang=en&src=pcgl

Dan and I discuss the current state of masculinity. More and more statistics and studies confirm a real problem among men. And the cultural narrative continues to equate biblical masculinity with toxicity and mental illness. Dan and I key into the issue of spiritual warfare. The devil wants to make men impotent and passive. The devil wants men to be infertile and immoral. To learn more about my ministry, visit: afci.us To donate, visit: https://pushpay.com/g/acfiusa?fnd=yxHf05h0MbuQZgrnfWrSmQ&fndv=Lock&lang=en&src=pcgl

This is part two of our discussion on the miraculous gifts in 1 Corinthians 12-14. Does Paul use tongues as a private prayer language? Is tongues cognitive speech? Why does Paul value prophecy over tongues in the context of the church? And most importantly, have the gifts in Corinth continued into today? To learn more about my ministry, visit: afci.us To donate, visit: https://pushpay.com/g/acfiusa?fnd=yxHf05h0MbuQZgrnfWrSmQ&fndv=Lock&lang=en&src=pcgl