In this special episode, Dr. David K. Bernard shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it is like to be the general superintendent of the United Pentecostal Church International. He explains the duties and responsibilities of being the leader of the world's largest Oneness Pentecostal organization and shares his vision for the role.

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In Matthew 16:19, Jesus told the apostle Peter, “I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” He repeated these instructions about “binding and loosing” in Matthew 18:18. 

What do these verses mean? Are Christians supposed to be binding and loosing something, and, if so, what? Dr. David K. Bernard examines these passages in their biblical context to shed light on Jesus' intended meaning.

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Dr. David K. Bernard has had many conversations and debates with Trinitarian scholars and apologists during the course of his ministry. In this episode, he shares what he has learned from these discussions about effectively engaging with Trinitarians on the topics of the Godhead and the identity of Jesus Christ. This episode is for anyone who wants to lead others into greater understanding of biblical truth.

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Some critics accuse Apostolic Pentecostals of being "legalistic" because of our insistence on water baptism in Jesus' name and our pursuit of personal holiness. Is this accusation warranted? UPCI General Superintendent Dr. David K. Bernard responds to this charge with a defense of Apostolic Pentecostal teachings on both salvation and holiness.

For further study, see Dr. Bernard's book Practical Holiness: A Second Look, available at PentecostalPublishing.com.

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There is a debate within Christianity over whether the spiritual gifts Paul described in 1 Corinthians 12-14 still operate in the church today. Cessationists argue that spiritual gifts ceased with the apostles, while Pentecostals, including the United Pentecostal Church International, believe and teach that spiritual gifts continue to operate in the church today.

In this podcast episode, Dr. David K. Bernard responds to the most common arguments cessationists make to support their claims. In doing so, he explains why believers should expect the supernatural gifts described in the New Testament to operate in the modern church.

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A school of thought within Christianity known as preterism argues that the prophecies of Daniel and Revelation already have been fulfilled. Proponents of preterism say the destruction of Jerusalem by Roman armies in AD 70 was the culmination of Bible prophecy, so there will be no future Tribulation or other so-called “end time” events. But is this teaching compatible with Pentecostal theology?

Dr. David K. Bernard examines the inherent flaws of preterism and shows why it is inconsistent with biblical teaching and Pentecostal theology.

For more information on this topic, see Upholding Our Future Hope: An Apostolic Response to Preterism, compiled by Jorge Medina, and Understanding God's Word by Dr. David K. Bernard. Both titles are available at PentecostalPublishing.com.

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In Matthew 28:19, Jesus told His disciples to baptize their converts "in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.” So why did Peter preach that believers should "be baptized ... in the name of Jesus Christ" (Acts 2:38)? How do we reconcile this apparent discrepancy between what Jesus commanded and what Peter said on the Day of Pentecost?

Dr. David K. Bernard examines the context of Jesus' words at the conclusion of Matthew's Gospel and explains how to bridge the seeming gap between what Jesus said and what His disciples did in the Book of Acts.

In this episode, Dr. Bernard references his books In the Name of Jesus and Understanding God's Word . Both titles are available from PentecostalPublishing.com.

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How do we know if a church is healthy? Should we look at average attendance, the number of conversions, the size of the offerings, or some other metric?

Dr. David K. Bernard looks to the Book of Acts to identify the vital signs of a healthy Apostolic church. His answer provides a New Testament template that pastors and ministry leaders can use to determine how their congregation compares with the early church.

In this episode, Dr. Bernard references his book Spiritual Leadership in the Twenty-First Century, available at PentecostalPublishing.com.

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The thief on the cross in Luke 23:32-43 was never baptized, never spoke in tongues, and never joined a church, but Jesus responded to his simple cry of faith by saying, “Today you will be with Me in Paradise” (verse 43, NKJV). Considering this, should we conclude that a simple prayer of faith is sufficient for salvation?

Dr. David K. Bernard examines this passage in the light of what the rest of Scripture says about salvation. He explains the importance of Peter's command in Acts 2:38 while responding to questions about the fate of those who, like the thief on the cross, face extenuating circumstances.

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Regardless of what ministry we are in, none of us will be in that ministry forever. A wise leader will plan for the inevitable day when he or she is no longer around. Dr. David K. Bernard shares his thoughts on ministry succession and offers advice on how leaders can empower the next generation.

In this episode, Dr. Bernard references his book Spiritual Leadership in the Twenty-First Century and Successful Succession: Preparing for a Pastoral Transition by Garry Tracy. Both titles are available at PentecostalPublishing.com. 

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