The third part of the special podcast series "The Macedonian Chronicles: Retracing the Steps of Apostle Paul's 2nd Missionary Journey." In this episode, join Apostle Jonathan S. Ferriol as he visits the ancient City of Athens and learns more about the city.

The second part of the special podcast series "The Macedonian Chronicles: Retracing the Steps of Apostle Paul's 2nd Missionary Journey." In this episode, join Apostle Jonathan S. Ferriol as he visits the ancient city of Philippi and the prison where Apostle Paul and Silas were most likely imprisoned! Also, see the City of Berea where Paul had a successful stint preaching the gospel of Jesus!

Being biblically literate involves four key hallmarks. First, you must be a student of the Bible, actively engaging with its teachings and striving to understand its message. Second, you must be a practitioner of the Bible, applying its principles in your daily life through actions and decisions. Third, you must be an advocate of the Bible, standing firm in its truths and promoting its wisdom in your conversations and interactions with others. Finally, you must teach the Bible, sharing its message with others and helping to spread its lessons to new generations. These four hallmarks together form the foundation of biblical literacy, guiding individuals to not only understand the Scriptures but also to live by them and share them with others.

Trivia on Ancient City of PhilippiPhilippi is a well-preserved archaeological site in northeastern Greece. Philippi became a Roman colony when veteran soldiers were given land there after the battle of 42 B.C.E. in which the Roman republic effectively came to an end. Philippi was where Paul founded his first congregation in Europe, in about 49 C.E. Let us take a look on the Ancient City of Philippi with Apostle Jonathan S. Ferriol.

On a special episode of Apostle’s Take, Apostle Jonthan S. Ferriol embarked on a journey through the heart of Europe—tracing the footsteps of Apostle Paul on his Second Missionary Journey. From the city of Philippi, where the first European converts embraced the Gospel, where Apostle Paul boldly preached and faced incredible opposition—this journey forever changed the course of Christian history. Discover the incredible stories of faith, perseverance, and transformation as Apostle Jonathan retraces Paul’s mission in the Ancient City of Philippi. This isn’t just a history lesson—it’s a call to walk in faith just as Apostle Paul did. This will be a journey that will inspire your faith and strengthen your understanding of the early church.

In this episode, we dive into the importance of practicing ideal Christian conduct during elections. Discover how to make informed choices that align with our values, honor God, and support leaders who respect the Church and uphold integrity. Tune in for guidance on voting with purpose and faith!

In this 3rd installment of the four-part series of "The Church and Government". This episode focuses on "The Role of the Church in Relation with the Government", it emphasizes the importance of recognizing the leadership of human government as ultimately coming from God, even if those in power may appear evil or wicked. By honoring and respecting those in authority, regardless of their moral or spiritual state, we are, in essence, honoring God, who grants them their power. The text stresses that prayers for government should not align with political lines or ideologies but should be directed to God, regardless of who is in power.Furthermore, it highlights the importance of responsible citizenship, encouraging believers to participate in the political process—paying taxes, voting, and helping in nation-building and community prosperity. The message calls Christians to engage in both church and community matters, reminding them that they are called to be "salt and light" in the world.Additionally, the message encourages active participation in the upcoming midterm elections, urging Christians to vote for candidates who align with biblical values and virtues. However, it also stresses that when governmental laws or regulations contradict God's will, Christians must be prepared to challenge and confront them. Ultimately, the church is portrayed as a partner and friend to human governments, working to ensure that God's sovereign will prevails in all matters.

Episode 2: The Role of Human Government

Is there any demarcation line between the church and the government? Is the idea of separation of church and state even biblical? In the Bible, God recognizes himself as the ruler over His people, the Israelites. But the nation of Israel didn’t want God for a king, and they wanted to be “like the other nations.” Thus, God gave them over to their demand. As a church, we subscribe to the idea of separation of church and state, which means that the government will not control the church, and the church must not control the government. However, the PMCC (4th Watch) believes that God cannot be separated from government, which means that the church must recognize the role of government while the latter must recognize the role of God in human governance.

Apostle Jonathan S. Ferriol will talk about the Church and Government. This will be a series of discussions, and it is set to air with four episodes. The 1st part is "The Source of Government Power." He also tackled the popular Latin phrase, 'Vox Populi Vox Dei" or in English, "the voice of the people is the voice of God" biblical?

The church must remain steadfast to intercede and pray for them [politicians] regardless of their moral and spiritual standing.