The Housetop

Teryl & Diane Hebert
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Welcome to The Housetop Podcast, the teaching arm of Oikos Ministries. Jesus said, “Jesus said, “Whatever I tell you in the dark, speak in the light; and what you hear in the ear, preach on the housetops.” Join our host, Teryl Hebert, as he teaches God's Word. For more information on Oikos Ministries, visit us on our website: www.HouseChurchesUSA.com

  1. #174 - Daniel's End Time Vision, Part 1, "The Goat and the Ram"

    10H AGO

    #174 - Daniel's End Time Vision, Part 1, "The Goat and the Ram"

    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/bKR-A2VQER8 Rumble Link:

    1h 17m
  2. #173 - Beware - Doctrines of Augustine, Part 4, "The Wheat and the Tares"

    FEB 26

    #173 - Beware - Doctrines of Augustine, Part 4, "The Wheat and the Tares"

    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/IfP2P9Ldf0c Rumble Link: https://rumble.com/v76bnyo-173-beware-doctrines-of-augustine-part-4-the-wheat-and-the-tares.html This teaching is a strong critique of historical doctrinal shifts that have shaped mainstream Christianity. The original New Testament church was radically different—focused on relational discipleship, separation from worldly powers, and moral purity. The fusion of church and state initiated by Constantine, compounded by Augustine’s theological reinterpretations, created a corrupted church paradigm that persists today and must be rejected for true biblical faithfulness. Believers need to examine the Scriptures closely, reject traditional errors, and pursue a genuine, scriptural Christianity free from worldly compromise and political entanglement. This message is a passionate plea for reform and spiritual awakening grounded strictly in biblical authority. - Christians should repent from Augustine’s theological errors and the Constantine church-state alliance. - The church must return to the apostolic model: small, relational gatherings, Bible-centered teaching, and community accountability. - Reject infant baptism, forced conversions, and tolerance of immorality within the church. - Emphasize obedience to Scripture as the sole authority. - Recognize that the church is “in the world, but not of the world”, maintaining a clear distinction from worldly values and systems. - Many who claim to be Christians are deceived by tradition and false teaching, needing a heartfelt return to Christ’s gospel.

    59 min
  3. #172 - Beware - Doctrines of Augustine, Part 3, "Original Sin, Infant Baptism, Purgatory"

    FEB 19

    #172 - Beware - Doctrines of Augustine, Part 3, "Original Sin, Infant Baptism, Purgatory"

    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/XDZUhD-0ZI0 Rumble Link: https://rumble.com/v75zn8m-172-beware-doctrines-of-augustine-part-3-original-sin-infant-baptism-purgat.html This session provides a historically grounded, scripture-focused critique of Augustine’s doctrines, highlighting their impact on church structure, theology, and Christian life, while advocating a return to apostolic faith and biblical authority. - Constantine’s reforms and Augustine’s doctrines initiated a profound shift from apostolic Christianity to institutional religion. - Augustine’s theology laid the groundwork for Roman Catholicism’s sacramental system and Calvinism’s predestination. - Original sin, infant baptism, and purgatory are Augustinian constructs lacking clear biblical foundation. - The biblical gospel calls for repentance, confession, and believer’s baptism, emphasizing free will and personal responsibility. - The church’s entanglement with state power led to violent suppression of dissent and theological uniformity enforced by law.

    1h 1m
  4. #171 - Beware - Doctrines of Augustine, Part 2, "Salvation Pre and Post Constantine"

    FEB 12

    #171 - Beware - Doctrines of Augustine, Part 2, "Salvation Pre and Post Constantine"

    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/Y-1wucdx3Wg Rumble Link: https://rumble.com/v75o792-171-beware-doctrines-of-augustine-part-2-salvation-pre-and-post-constantine.html This teaching critically examines the historical and theological impact of Augustine and Constantine on Christian doctrine, particularly focusing on salvation and its transformation from the early church to post-Constantinian theology. The speaker contends that Augustine’s theology has profoundly distorted biblical Christianity, influencing Western theology and practice negatively for over 1700 years. - Salvation in early Christianity was a dynamic process involving grace and human obedience, with real consequences for sin and apostasy. - Augustine’s doctrines introduced a fatalistic, deterministic view that removed human agency and justified coercion and persecution. - Constantine’s political reforms institutionalized Christianity, merging it with state power, resulting in a hybrid system far removed from the biblical model. - Modern practices like infant baptism and the sinner’s prayer often reflect Augustinian influences rather than apostolic teaching. - True Christian faith requires a personal, Spirit-wrought conversion marked by conviction, repentance, and ongoing obedience, not mere ritual or nominal affiliation. - The Christian’s kingdom is spiritual, not political or worldly; attempts to use state power to enforce faith contradict Jesus’ teachings. - A call for repentance involves rejecting false doctrines and returning to the pure gospel and church practices of the early believers. We must be warned against the enduring influence of Augustine’s doctrines and Constantine’s political reforms, which together have distorted biblical Christianity by removing human responsibility in salvation, blending the old and new covenants improperly, and legitimizing the use of political power to enforce faith through persecution. The teaching exhorts believers to return to the apostolic gospel, embrace true conversion and obedience, and reject the corrupt, institutionalized church system (Corpus Christianum) that dominates much of Christianity today.

    1h 2m
  5. #170 - Beware - Doctrines of Augustine, Part 1, "History"

    FEB 5

    #170 - Beware - Doctrines of Augustine, Part 1, "History"

    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/Y-1wucdx3Wg Rumble Link: https://rumble.com/v75o572-170-beware-doctrines-of-augustine-part-1-history.html - The doctrines of Augustine have deeply influenced and corrupted both Catholic and Protestant Christianity by introducing false teachings that dilute the gospel. - The church must return to its New Testament roots: relational, small groups, focused on holiness, repentance, and discipleship rather than institutional power, rituals, or forced inclusion. - Christians are urged to examine their doctrines critically, be wary of spiritual deception, and embrace a genuine, transformative faith that involves struggle, repentance, and co-crucifixion with Christ. - The current church system is likened to Babylon, and believers are encouraged to step out of Babylon into genuine faith communities. - There's urgency to this message in light of the falling away and spiritual deception prophesied in Scripture.

    1h 1m
  6. #169 - Holy, Holy, Holy - Spirit, Soul, & Body, Part 12, "Summary Review"

    FEB 1

    #169 - Holy, Holy, Holy - Spirit, Soul, & Body, Part 12, "Summary Review"

    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/eHBwVZTtJ48 Rumble Link: https://rumble.com/v751naa-169-holy-holy-holy-spirit-soul-and-body-part-12-summary-review.html - Holiness and sanctification must encompass spirit, soul, and body, not just spiritualimputation or belief. - Christian living requires active, forceful engagement, including fasting, prayer, andspiritual warfare. - Temptation is universal but can be overcome by fleeing sin and walking in the Spirit. - The manifestation of Christ in believers’ physical lives is essential and visiblethrough faith and holy living. - The fear of the Lord is crucial for true holiness, spiritual health, and physicalwell-being. - Discipleship should be relational, holistic, and transformational, addressing cognitive,behavioral, and emotional domains. - Thought life and communication reflect spiritual condition and must be renewed andcontrolled. - Divine healing and physical health are integral to God’s promises and require faithand obedience. - Physical discipline, including overcoming laziness and practicing fasting, is vital forspiritual and physical vitality. - Joy and praise are powerful spiritual and physical medicines that believers shouldcultivate. - False doctrines, especially those that remove accountability and the fear of God,must be challenged and rejected.

    1h 8m
  7. #168 - Holy, Holy, Holy - Spirit, Soul, & Body, Part 11, "A Merry Heart is Medicine"

    JAN 22

    #168 - Holy, Holy, Holy - Spirit, Soul, & Body, Part 11, "A Merry Heart is Medicine"

    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/97DjWjX2wvU Rumble Link: https://rumble.com/v74pf3k-168-holy-holy-holy-spirit-soul-and-body-part-11-a-merry-heart-is-medicine.html This teaching calls believers to embrace a balanced, biblical fear of Godthat motivates holiness and healing, to reject fear-based bondage, and to livejoyfully empowered by the Holy Spirit in all facets of life.   - Holistic sanctification involves spirit, soul, and body,with the fear of the Lord as the key spiritual principle that governs abeliever’s health and holiness. - Repentance and faith are essential to renew the mind andappropriate God’s healing and peace. - The fear of the Lord contrasts with worldly fear and anxiety, which cause sickness and depression. - True healing is both spiritual and physical,demonstrated in Jesus’ ministry and promised in scripture. - Joy, praise, and a merry heart are vital medicinesthat sustain life and health. - The Holy Spirit’s anointing empowers believers to overcome demonic oppression and sickness withoutreliance on emotionalism or entertainment. - Compassion for the poor and brokenhearted is integral to living out the gospel’s healing power. - Faith in God’s Word and the finished work of Christ is crucial to experiencing divine healing and freedom from the law of sin and death.

    1h 1m
  8. #167 - Holy, Holy, Holy - Spirit, Soul, & Body, Part 10, "Arise, O Sluggard"

    JAN 15

    #167 - Holy, Holy, Holy - Spirit, Soul, & Body, Part 10, "Arise, O Sluggard"

    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/oG8J_CQgA7I Rumble Link: rumble.com/v74gfdy-167-holy-holy-holy-spirit-soul-and-body-part-10-arise-o-sluggard.html Conclusions - Holistic Sanctification is essential: spirit, soul, and body must be sanctified and preserved blameless for a full Christian life. - Spiritual lethargy and slothfulness are major spiritual and physical threats, characterized by laziness, excuses, and deep sleep that hinders growth and health. - Renewal of mind and body requires repentance and faith, which reprogram brain patterns and align the whole person with God’s will. - Fear of the Lord is foundational for both spiritual wisdom and physical healing, influencing core health at the marrow and blood level. - Active vigilance and sobriety are necessary to avoid spiritual sleep and lethargy; believers are called to “arise” and be productive, alert, and faithful. - Laziness leads to poverty, poor health, and spiritual death, while diligence models biblical wisdom and promotes prosperity and spiritual vitality. - Spiritual community and fellowship provide accountability and light, helping believers overcome slumber and lethargy.

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Welcome to The Housetop Podcast, the teaching arm of Oikos Ministries. Jesus said, “Jesus said, “Whatever I tell you in the dark, speak in the light; and what you hear in the ear, preach on the housetops.” Join our host, Teryl Hebert, as he teaches God's Word. For more information on Oikos Ministries, visit us on our website: www.HouseChurchesUSA.com

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  • Creator
    Teryl & Diane Hebert
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    175
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Teryl & Diane Hebert
  • Show Website
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