In 1 Corinthians 12:9, Paul lists faith as one of the gifts of the Spirit. In this podcast episode, Dr. David K. Bernard explains the difference between the "gift of faith" and the faith that is a prerequisite for salvation.

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The Azusa Street Revival in Los Angeles in the early 20th century gave birth to the modern Pentecostal and Charismatic movements. Dr. David K. Bernard explains what happened at Azusa Street and how those events have shaped the current religious landscape.

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Dr. David K. Bernard explains why Pentecostals believe in miracles and emphasize the miraculous in their prayers and preaching. He also shares accounts of miracles he has witnessed in his own life and ministry.

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In this US presidential election special episode, Dr. David K. Bernard discusses a Christian's civic responsibilities, including proper stewardship of the right to vote and how believers should respond to election outcomes.

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Are there theological similarities between modern Oneness Pentecostalism and the so-called "modalism" of early church history? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. David K. Bernard compares what is known about modalism in the early church with modern Oneness Pentecostalism.

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In Ephesians 2:8-9, Paul wrote, “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast.” Some Christians say these verses prove that practices such as baptism cannot be necessary for salvation because they are “works." Dr. David K. Bernard refutes this argument with an explanation of the biblical understanding of grace and faith.

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If Jesus is God, why did He pray? Jesus' prayers in the Gospels, particularly in John 17, would seem to present a conundrum for Oneness Pentecostals due to their insistence that there is no separation of persons in the Godhead. Not surprisingly, this is one of the most frequently cited objections by Oneness critics. Dr. David K. Bernard answers this important question regarding the identity and nature of Jesus Christ.

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Did Paul say Christians shouldn't speak in tongues during church services? Some critics of Pentecostalism make this claim, citing 1 Corinthians 14:23. Dr. David K. Bernard responds to this assertion with a biblical defense of speaking in tongues during corporate worship.

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