All Things Reformed Podcast

We conclude our study of church fathers by looking at Cyril of Alexandria. What was his great contribution to the church? We also discuss the roles of the church and state. Should the church and state be one or separate? What did Jesus teach about these two institutions? How does a pastor help people joining the church he pastors to be grounded in orthodoxy? We discuss these and more in this episo...

Who was John Chrysostom also known as the "golden mouthed preacher?" How did the Lord use his gift of preaching? What impact had he on the Reformers like John Calvin? What is the gospel? Can people be saved by merely observing the life of a Christian without hearing the gospel? We discuss these and more in our episode # 104 of All Things Reformed Podcast. 

While the doctrine of the Holy Trinity is beyond human comprehension, the Cappodocian Fathers did a lot of work in writing and clarifying the doctrine. But who were these Cappodocian Fathers? What was their great contribution to the church? What else can we learn from their life and ministry? We discuss these questions and more in this episode # 103 of All Things Reformed Podcast.  

In this episode we continue to share and recommend resources that might be a great help as you seek to grow in the knowledge of Christ. 

As a Christian, we believe, one of your plans for the new year is to continue growing in your knowledge of Christ. But how do you do it? How do you grow in your reading of God's word and prayer life? In this episode we share with you some resources that are a good aid in this endeavor. Some of them are available for free online like Morning and Evening by Charles Haddon Spurgeon while others you w...

In episode 100 of All Things Reformed Podcast, we are taking a moment to look back at the profound impact of St. Augustine, whose ideas continue to shape Christian thought. We'll explore how Augustine's theology laid the groundwork for the Reformation, influencing luminaries like Luther and Calvin. But, as we'll also discuss, Augustine's legacy isn't without its complexities - some of his views ra...

How did the Lord use St. Augustine's move from Carthage to Milan to bring him to faith in Christ? How does the life of St. Augustine prove to us that only Christ can give rest and meaning to weary souls in this world? Which city is really the City of God? We discuss these and more questions in this episode # 99 of All Things Reformed Podcast. 

Today we begin looking at St. Augustine of Hippo. What was his early life like?  What sin did he struggle with growing up? What does it mean for Christian fathers to be kings, prophets, and priests in their homes? As we reflect on the prayers of St. Augustine's mother for his salvation, what can we learn about the need for persistency in praying for our own lost family members and friends? We disc...

We conclude looking at Ante-Nicene father by discussing St. Dionysius the Great. What are some of the good things that he is known for? What are some things that he did not do well? As we consider the errors and heresies during the church father's time, what are some  errors and heresies in our own time that we should be concerned about? Why is the so called prosperity gospel no gospel at all? We...

In this episode we look at the life and ministry ofGregory Thaumaturgus. "Thaumaturgus" is a Greek word which means "Wonderworker." It is said that he got the name because of the miracles he performed in his time. So we take some time to discuss if miracles are for today? What does the Bible has to say on this subject? What are we also to think of those who promise miracles? Can miracles be predic...

Who was Cyprian of Carthage? What can we learn from his life and writings? Cyprian once observed, "He who has God as his Father must have the Church as his mother." Is this a sound statement? If Cyprian was living in our time, what advise would he have given to those who have stopped attending church because their local church is not faithful or may be their local church has hurt them? We discuss...

In this episode we look at another Church Father from Africa, Origen. What are some good things we can learn from him? What were some concern things in his teaching? What is the place of fasting in the Christian life? When we are to fast and pray how should we do it? We discuss these questions and more in this episode # 94 of All Things Reformed Podcast. 

We return to the Church Fathers and we look at the African church father, Tertullian. Why is there a debate on whether to regard him as a church father or not? Despite being a great theologian, Tertulian was led astray by people who claimed to be prophets. What lessons can the life of Tertulian teach us today? What should we make of those who claim to be prophets today and prophecies lies in the n...

As we celebrate Reformation Day on October 31 we revisit the history of the Protestant Reformation in 1517. Who was John Wycliffe and John Hus? What was  Martin Luther's role in the reformation? Was the reformation necessary?  What are the implications of Protestant Reformation for the believers today? We discuss these and more in this episode 92 of All Things Reformed Podcast.

In this episode we discuss six benefits of a good and biblical confession and catechism. In what ways does the confession promote unity and lead us to doxology? What should you do if you don't agree with some aspects of the confession your church subscribes to? We discuss these questions and more in this episode # 91 of All Things Reformed Podcast. 

We welcome back Pastor Confex Makhalira to the podcast. He briefly shares what he has been up to the past three months including his time at a conference on the Westminster Standards in Johannesburg, South Africa. What is the history behind the this confessional document? What has the document that was written in England almost four centuries ago to do with us here in Malawi, today. We discuss the...

We wrap up our series on the “Marks of a Healthy Church” by looking at Biblical Leadership.  Reverend David Rogers warms up the episode by sharing an interesting thought on a Biblical way to fight sin.  We also look at qualifications of elders and deacons and how a scripture centered versus man centered Church leadership will impact a local Church.

In this episode we introduce our dear brother and fellow laborer in God's vineyard, Rev. David Rogers. Zee also takes some time to discuss with David about discipleship as a means of grace which the Lord uses to conform us more and more to the likeness of his Son, Jesus Christ. 

We look into the archives and find from episode number 20, the 7th mark of a healthy Church.  How do we balance love and Church discipline?  Is Church discipline a punishment?  What does Church discipline seek to do?  How should a member going through Church discipline view themself and what should be the attitude of the rest of the Church? Today, in All Things Reformed Podcast, from the Archives.

What is the simple messages of the gospel that a Church or its members should share during evangelism?  How can one prepare for evangelism? What are some ethical considerations in evangelism?  These and other thoughts in All Things Reformed Podcast, a conclusion on A Biblical Understanding of Evangelism as a mark of a healthy Church.

Today in All Things Reformed Podcast, we see that an evangelizing Church is a healthy Church.  So, what is evangelism? And what is not evangelism?  Sandram Phiri takes us through Mark Devers’ and other thoughts.

What blessings come with being a member of a local Church?  Why can one not enjoy their spiritual walk with the Lord away from a local Church?  We look at these and more in today's edition, All Things Reformed Podcast.

We continue on our journey through the Marks of a Healthy Church.  Today we introduce "Biblical Understanding of Membership" as a mark of a Healthy Church. Why do we need to be part of a local Church?  Is it not enought to be in Christ?  We will return next week with a continuation.  

We continue to look at Marks of a Healthy Church and today we look at "A Biblical Understanding of Conversion".  What is conversion?  What is the danger that a Church falls into, when it has a wrong understanding of conversion?  Today, in All Things Reformed Podcast.

In the examination of what a Biblical Church is, we now come to the third mark that distinguishes one as such, “A Biblical Understanding of the Gospel”  We look at the 2 sides of the gospel and ask you if this is what your Church teaches.  Today, in All Things Reformed Podcast, Episode 81.