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Grow in your faith, study the Bible, learn from the stories and insight of trusted teachers and pastors. Welcome to Bible college! For over 100 years, Elim Bible College in Lima, New York has faithfully pursued the calling to train Christ-centered, Spirit-empowered servant leaders for global ministry and worldwide revival. If you like what you're hearing here, you'll love Bible college. Visit elim.edu to dive in.

  1. Oct 10 ·  Bonus

    5 habits every Christian needs | Dr. Tanmay Pramanik (SERMON)

    International speaker and Christian higher education expert Dr. Tanmay Pramanik takes you through five key habits from Ephesians 5:15-20 that are critical for every Christian living their faith in the world today. Visit ⁠⁠⁠elim.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about Elim Bible College! This message was recorded at Elim Bible College on October 6, 2026. ___ Tanmay Pramanik, D.R.E. has been the Vice President of Institutional Compliance for the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS) since 2010. Having previously served in many leadership roles at Temple Baptist College, he has presented at academic and religious conferences in the US and abroad. On the national front, Dr. Pramanik serves as a member of the Committee on Recognition for the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Among his hobbies and interests, Dr. Pramanik enjoys playing the piano, guitar, leading worship, and reading on apologetics and comparative religions. Originally from India, he and his wife Dina live in Lynchburg, Virginia. ___ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠elim.edu

    5 habits every Christian needs | Dr. Tanmay Pramanik (SERMON)

  2. Oct 2

    Apologetics CRASH COURSE | Shaun Fowler (#16)

    Apologetics and business professor Shaun Fowler joins Richard Raines for a rundown of apologetics, from the basics to some of the most powerful arguments about God and the Bible. Stay tuned for next time, and visit elim.edu⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about Elim Bible College! ___ Shaun Fowler teaches in and chairs the business department at Elim Bible College. He is also the owner of Friendly Neighborhood Bookkeeping, helping small businesses manage their finances. Shaun holds an MBA in accounting as well as a certificate in apologetics, and has years of experience in both corporate finance and the church. He and his wife, Allison, have built a life around faith, family, and service — Shaun volunteers with the Lima ambulance service and serves at New Horizon Church in Avon, NY. ___ As Elim's Vice-President of Mission Advancement and Recruitment, Richard Raines oversees Admissions, Marketing, and Recruiting. He is married to Jessica, a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and they have five adult children. With a passion for teaching, Richard served bi-vocationally in local church ministry for over thirty years while working in healthcare and politics before joining Elim as an Adjunct Instructor in Theology in 2021. Richard and Jessica live near Jacksonville, Florida, and attend the Church of Eleven22. ___ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠elim.edu ___ 0:00 Meet Shaun Fowler 0:57 What is apologetics? 9:02 Ontological argument (Anselm, Craig) 12:24 The weight of an all-loving God 14:52 Break 15:29 Moral argument 23:25 The problem of evil and suffering 33:49 Kalam cosmological argument 49:37 Personal faith and doubts 55:41 Reliability of the Bible 1:01:55 Neo-Darwinism is dead 1:04:52 Where to start reading

    Apologetics CRASH COURSE | Shaun Fowler (#16)

  3. Sep 29 ·  Bonus

    Climbing mountains taught me something about God | Claude Valdes (SERMON)

    Enjoy this bonus sermon episode from President's Chapel at Elim! Pastor and church planter Claude Valdes shares about the promise of God's presence in the midst of difficulty, and how hard things can bring about great outcomes. Visit ⁠⁠elim.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about Elim Bible College! For more from Pastor Claude and Centerway Church, visit centerwaychurch.com. This message was recorded at Elim Bible College on September 22, 2026. ___ Claude Valdes is the Lead Pastor of Centerway Church in Mendon, New York. Before Centerway, Claude and his wife, Meredith, spent 17 years serving at Word of Life AG in Baldwinsville. In 2018, they stepped out to plant a church in the Finger Lakes region, and they've led it together through seven years of growth since. Claude has a deep passion for organizational leadership and biblical studies, having spent years studying both formally and applying them throughout his ministry experience. When not pastoring and consulting, Claude enjoys spending time in nature and is a 46er, having summited all 46 of the Adirondack High Peaks. ___ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠elim.edu

    Climbing mountains taught me something about God | Claude Valdes (SERMON)

  4. Sep 22 ·  Bonus

    How to follow the will of God | Richard Raines (SERMON)

    Enjoy this bonus sermon episode from President's Chapel at Elim! Longtime teacher and scholar Richard Raines speaks on how to follow God's will, falling in love with His voice and His Word. Visit ⁠elim.edu⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about Elim Bible College! This message was recorded at Elim Bible College on September 1, 2026. ___ As Elim's Vice-President of Mission Advancement and Recruitment, Richard Raines oversees Admissions, Marketing, and Recruiting. He is married to Jessica, a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and they have five adult children. With a passion for teaching, Richard served bi-vocationally in local church ministry for over thirty years while working in healthcare and politics before joining Elim as an Adjunct Instructor in Theology in 2021. Richard and Jessica live near Jacksonville, Florida, and attend the Church of Eleven22. ___ Instagram Facebook YouTube elim.edu

    How to follow the will of God | Richard Raines (SERMON)

  5. Sep 18

    Where did Calvin get his doctrine of double election? | Richard Raines (#15)

    Theology and church history scholar Richard Raines joins the podcast to talk with Ian about bi-vocational ministry, the state of Christian higher education, and his doctoral work on John Calvin's development of the doctrine of double election. Visit elim.edu⁠⁠ to learn more about Elim Bible College! ___ As Elim's Vice-President of Mission Advancement and Recruitment, Richard Raines oversees Admissions, Marketing, and Recruiting. He is married to Jessica, a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and they have five adult children. With a passion for teaching, Richard served bi-vocationally in local church ministry for over thirty years while working in healthcare and politics before joining Elim as an Adjunct Instructor in Theology in 2021. Richard and Jessica live near Jacksonville, Florida, and attend the Church of Eleven22. ___ Ian Laird is the Marketing Director at Elim Bible College. He and his wife, Bridget, met at Elim, graduated together in 2023, and have been leading worship and serving in ministry together for years, and are part of the planting team of Flower City Church in Rochester, NY. They share a passion for creativity, and helping people glorify God and know Him in spirit and truth. Ian is also a graphic designer, and has worked with non-profit organizations and Christian music artists to help them communicate their story beautifully and effectively. You can view some of his work here. ___ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠elim.edu⁠ ___ 0:00 Intro: Richard Raines's Story 7:32 How Elim serves the church 13:08 Calling vs. vocation 17:30 Gen Z and Jesus 20:13 Why Christian education matters 29:17 Theology and worship 31:16 PhD research on John Calvin 37:04 Calvin's doctrinal development 50:54 Balance and charitable discussion 51:57 Unique research 53:01 Leaving a Gospel legacy 56:58 Ministry calling and training 58:33 Parents need to hear this.

    Where did Calvin get his doctrine of double election? | Richard Raines (#15)

  6. 09/28/2025

    Brenno - Christian Music, Authenticity, and the Gospel (#14)

    Christian rap artist and Elim graduate Brenno Aquino joins the show to talk about authenticity in music and ministry, and how Elim Bible College gave him a foundation for powerful impact! Check out Brenno’s music, follow his ministry, and pre-save his debut album VIDA at instagram.com/brenno.music. Visit elim.edu⁠⁠ to learn more about Elim Bible College! Featured Songs: Brenno, Don Ready - Still Good Brenno, Marty - Thank GOD You Ain’t GOD Born in Brazil and raised in the U.S., Brenno is a Christian artist who’s passionate about spreading the message of Jesus across languages and cultures. Rooted in a deep love for both worship and urban sounds, Brenno blends English and Portuguese in a bold, Spirit-led sound that resonates across borders. From powerful collaborations with KB, Aline Barros, and Nesk Only to solo tracks that echo Christ, Brenno represents a new wave of global Kingdom music. With every lyric and beat, the mission remains clear: to glorify Jesus and unite hearts through the power of sound. — Ian Laird is the Servant Ministry Coordinator and Marketing Assistant at Elim Bible College. He and his wife, Bridget, met at Elim, graduated together in 2023, and have been leading worship together for years, currently serving with Elim and at Covenant Life Church in Henrietta, NY. They share a passion for helping people glorify God and know Him in spirit and truth, and are honored and excited to travel and minister with the Servant team. Ian is also a graphic designer, and has worked with multiple non-profit organizations and Christian music artists to help them communicate their story beautifully and effectively. You can view some of his work here.

  7. 08/01/2025

    Servant wants to bless your church! - Ian Laird (#13)

    Hosts Dr. A and Ian Laird talk about Elim's revived traveling worship ministry, Servant, from its origins to its objectives and, most importantly how YOU can bring them to your church! To connect with Servant and request a visit, go to elim.edu/servant. Visit elim.edu⁠⁠ to learn more about Elim Bible College! Ian Laird is the Servant Ministry Coordinator and a Marketing Assistant at Elim Bible College. He and his wife, Bridget, met at Elim, graduated together in 2023, and have been leading worship together for years, currently serving Elim and at Covenant Life Church in Henrietta, NY. They share a passion for helping people glorify God and know Him in spirit and truth, and are honored and excited to travel and minister with the Servant team. Ian is also a graphic designer, and has worked with multiple non-profit organizations and upstart Christian music artists to help them communicate their story beautifully and effectively. You can view some of his work ⁠here⁠. — Dr. Fred Antonelli currently serves as President of Elim Bible College. Prior to his role at the college, Dr. Antonelli served on the Board of Trustees as well as attended EBC in the early 1970’s during the Charismatic and Jesus People Movements (the 4th and last Great Awakening) in the United States. Dr. Antonelli was a Senior Pastor for 23 years and hosted Rock Alive, a nationally syndicated Christian Rock show heard over both the CBN and SRN radio networks from 1992-1999. He also founded Life Counseling Center, Inc., with five offices on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Delaware. Dr. Antonelli has a Bachelor's Degree in Theology, a Masters in Clinical Counseling, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. He is an author and writes for national Christian magazines. He and his high school sweetheart, Debbie, live in Lima, NY and have three children and six grandchildren.

  8. 07/11/2025

    Dr. Mark Rutland - The Empowerment of the Holy Spirit (#12)

    Dr. A and Sammy Foster have a great dialogue with a wide range of wisdom from the renowned Dr. Mark Rutland! To see more from Dr. Rutland or check out his books, visit ⁠⁠drmarkrutland.com⁠⁠. Visit ⁠elim.edu⁠ to learn more about Elim Bible College! Dr. Mark Rutland is the founder of Global Servants, which he began in 1977 with his wife, Alison. Over the years Dr. Rutland has served as the Senior Pastor of Calvary Assembly in Orlando, FL and a University President at Southeastern University in Lakeland, FL and Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, OK. A native of Texas, he was educated at the University of Maryland, Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, and holds a Ph.D. from California Graduate School of Theology. Through Global Servants, Rutland has traveled in missionary evangelism around the world and founded ministries in Ghana and Thailand. The House of Grace home for tribal girls in Chiang Rai, Thailand was founded in 1988 and houses over 100 girls. He also is a sought-after speaker for leadership seminars and conferences in the U.S. and abroad. — Since 2010, Sammy Foster and his wife Ruth have led Lighthouse.Church in fulfilling its mission to reach the lost and make disciples. Along with their children, Asher, Lucia & Silas they are passionate about sharing the life-changing message of Jesus and watching Him radically transform lives through the power of His love. He is the author of Elements, Foolproof, The Messenger, Super.Natural.Change., RE: A Guide For The Disconnected, Plain & Simple: The Essentials of Following Jesus, and Mind Your Business: The Art of Staying in Your Lane. — Dr. Fred Antonelli currently serves as President of Elim Bible College. Prior to his role at the college, Dr. Antonelli served on the Board of Trustees as well as attended EBC in the early 1970’s during the Charismatic and Jesus People Movements (the 4th and last Great Awakening) in the United States. Dr. Antonelli was a Senior Pastor for 23 years and hosted Rock Alive, a nationally syndicated Christian Rock show heard over both the CBN and SRN radio networks from 1992-1999. He also founded Life Counseling Center, Inc., with five offices on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Delaware. Dr. Antonelli has a Bachelor's Degree in Theology, a Masters in Clinical Counseling, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. He is an author and writes for national Christian magazines. He and his high school sweetheart, Debbie, live in Lima, NY and have three children and six grandchildren.

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Grow in your faith, study the Bible, learn from the stories and insight of trusted teachers and pastors. Welcome to Bible college! For over 100 years, Elim Bible College in Lima, New York has faithfully pursued the calling to train Christ-centered, Spirit-empowered servant leaders for global ministry and worldwide revival. If you like what you're hearing here, you'll love Bible college. Visit elim.edu to dive in.

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