Maranatha Teachings Nikolas Larum

This episode begins our new series on the Apostles' Creed based on Michael F. Bird's book What Every Christian Ought to Believe. Join us as we examine the history and importance of Christianity's historical creeds, their impact on the biblical canon, and their importance and benefit for us today.

In this final episode of our series, we examine the healthy functioning of the body of Christ as its members use the grace bestowments of God in their midst. Along the way we explore purpose, identity, and functionality as individuals and as a community of faith. If you have ever received instruction on "motivational gifts" out of Romans 12, you'll be blessed to find that the text has richer truths to reveal to us than a personality battery.

Fear not, this is not a polemic against "new age" crystal faith or ESP practices! In this powerful episode, we take a fresh look at Romans 12:2 and what it means to have a renewed mind.

Sister manifestation to speaking in unknown tongues, inspired interpretation through the Spirit brings tongues out of the prayer closet into the congregation for the edification of all. Join us as we examine this simple and profound manifestation of the Spirit, how it is accessed, and how it is to be employed in the congregational setting.

In this episode, we continue our examination of the Holy Spirit manifestations listed by Paul in 1 Corinthians 12. If you are curious about the phenomenon of "speaking in tongues" or are a seasoned charismatic, the information here may surprise you. We investigate tongues in light of biblical theology and the Deuteronomy 32 world view.

If you, like me, were taught that discerning of spirits had to do with identifying evil spirits and casting them out, this episode is for you. If you were taught that it had to do with keen insight in to human motivations and nature, this episode is for you. In fact, since the first letter to the Corinthians is for the church, we all stand in need of a clear Scriptural understanding of the grace endowment of discerning of spirits. Join us in this powerful and equipping sharing on a gift that the church desperately needs to embrace.