Anabaptist Perspectives

What is the Septuagint? Should Christians be using it today? In this episode, David Bercot J.D. shares the history of the Septuagint and its use in the Church. He closes by presenting what he believes would be gained if the Septuagint was used more broadly today. Find a copy of the Septuagint at: https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/Septuagint.html#2688 This is the 63rd episode of Anabaptist Per...

How can one assist in Bible translation without being linguistically inclined? What are some of the support roles that are needed in a translation team? In this episode, Joseph shares his journey of preparing to join a Bible translation team in Asia. He also gives insight to the type of work that he plans to do while there. All-Nations Bible Translation: https://allnationsbibletranslation.org/ SAL...

In this episode, Liz Kauffman shares from her experience of working with those who have survived terrorism; specifically the girls and woman who had been kept captive for a number of years. Liz informs about ways that individuals can effectively be involved in helping with trauma victims, and exposes a few misunderstandings that are often held concerning human trafficking. This is the 61st episode...

What is plant pathology? How can one see God's work while studying plants? In this episode Phillip Martin, PhD candidate at Pennsylvania State University, tells his story of interest in plants. Phillip also shares how his studies have helped to increase his understanding of God, and presents his vision for the study of nature. This is the 60th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, a...

What is the theology of martyrdom? How have Christians in the past embraced it? In what ways should it be practiced today? In this episode, Kyle Stoltzfus defines the theology of martyrdom, gives examples from the past of how it has been practiced, and presents several ways in which it can be practiced today. This is the 59th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel...

In this episode, David Bercot J.D. shares his journey away from being a Jehovah's Witnesses, and towards the Anabaptists. He shares why he left the group, but also points out some of their strong points. Towards the end, Dr. Bercot gives a few pointers on how to interact well with a Jehovah's Witness. This is the 57th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that ex...

In what ways has the view of earlier Anabaptists remained or been dropped in Anabaptist churches? Does our opposition to abortion insist upon an opposition to capital punishment? In this episode, Nathan Zook discusses the sanctity of life, and what it looks like to have a "consistent ethic of life". Also considered is what the Christian's view of government, and their system of punishment, should...

Can the internet be safely used, or is abstinence a better option? What can one do to help use technology well? Last week’s episode consisted of the first part of a panel discussion concerning the use of technology. Kyle Stoltzfus is moderating, while Gary Miller, Harry Argo, Chris Blake, and Kevin Shenk are the panelists. In this episode, the discussion is concluded with the panelists responding...

This episode is the first half of a panel discussion aiming to give practical advice on utilizing technology well. Kyle Stoltzfus moderates the discussion while Gary Miller, Harry Argo, Chris Blake, and Kevin Shenk are the panelists. In this portion of the discussion, each panelist introduces his past experience with technology, as well as his current position on it and its use. The discussion wil...

Was Jesus' command to love our enemies a new concept presented only in the New Testament? Did God want his people to love their enemies throughout history? In this episode, Stephen Russell traces the history of Nonresistance into the Old Testament and shows that, even before the New Testament, it was God's will for his people to love their enemies. Find Russell's book at: https://www.goodreads.com...

In the previous episode, we published the first half of a conversation with Ernest Eby about welcoming seekers into churches. This week’s episode is a continuation of that conversation, with Ernest giving specific pointers both to those who are in the process of choosing a church, and to churches who want to be welcoming to newcomers. Works Cited by Ernest: No Greater Burden: https://www.plainnews...

In this conversation, Ernest Eby discusses what he has learned through observing seekers as they enter and leave Anabaptist churches. He defines what is meant by a seeker, and addresses several issues that keep seekers out of churches. Next week the conversation will be continued with Ernest presenting specific pointers to churches wanting to welcome seekers, and to individuals who are investigati...

In this episode, Valerie Miller shares about adoption and her view of it as one who has been adopted. Valerie presents what she sees as some of the primary struggles that occur during and after adoption. She also shares her vision for adoption in Anabaptist homes. This is the 50th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative...

What is the will of God? How might one cultivate the ability to make the will of God a way of life? In this episode Kyle Stoltzfus defines what is meant by "the will of God," and presents several practical pointers for how to incorporate God's will into one's life. This is the 49th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservativ...

Last week we published Keeshon Washington’s story of coming into Christ’s Kingdom; this week’s episode is a continuation of that conversation. Listen in as he shares his vision for, and gives input concerning, making disciples in urban settings. Keeshon is now teaching at Tiding of Peace Christian School in York, Pennsylvania. Read his blog at https://urbanitemusingskw.wordpress.com/. This is the...

In this episode, Keeshon Washington tells his story of being drawn into the Kingdom of God. As he was raised in a non-Christian family, there were a few Christians who showed that they cared about him by being willing to spend time with him, and to invite him into their homes. He is now teaching at Tiding of Peace Christian School in York, Pennsylvania. Read Keeshon's blog at https://urbanitemusin...

Was the United States of America really founded as a Christian nation? Were the Founding Fathers truly Christian? In this episode David Bercot explores details from the American Revolution, and considers how the values shown by those involved in the American Revolution relate to the values of the Kingdom of God. David Bercot earned his doctor of jurisprudence degree from Baylor University School o...

Anabaptist Perspectives has been taking a break from releasing episodes so we can focus on production for the next set of episodes. Thank you for your patience; we can't wait to start releasing more content soon! Anabaptist Perspectives is a weekly show about what the Anabaptist worldview teaches. This project is made possible through the support of our listeners. Find more info and read our blog...

In this conversation with John D. Martin, several aspects of the way that Jesus wishes for his followers to treat their enemies is discussed. Throughout this episode historic examples are given to help us understand how Jesus’ teachings should be applied. John closes with encouragement to keep the Kingdom of God first. This is the 45th episode in the first season of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podc...

Weynken, an early Anabaptist, was martyred for her faith in 1527. This episode, read from pages 422-424 of "Martyrs Mirror," is the story of her trial and execution. This is read by Wanita Yoder. This is the 43rd episode in the first season of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought. Read the blog: www....

In this discussion with Mike Allgyer, we hear how a church should relate to missionaries that have been sent to the mission field. He discusses how churches should respond when an individual expresses interest in serving on the mission field and how to care for him both while he is gone and when he returns home. This is the 42nd episode in the first season of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, bl...

In this episode, José Sanchez shares his journey of coming to Christ. When José and his family moved to Los Angeles, they moved into the same community that Ernest Witmer and his family lived in. As they learned to know the Witmers, José and his family started attending, and eventually joined, the Witmer's church. José is now a pastor there. To learn more about this church in Los Angeles, consider...

Earlier this year, in July, we published an interview with Matthew Landis discussing how Mennonites have responded to the Tech Revolution. Today’s episode is an excerpt from that conversation which was not included in the earlier episode. If you did not hear the earlier episode with Matthew Landis, you may consider listening to it before hearing this one. This is the 40th episode in the first seas...

In this episode, Ernest Witmer tells the story of his wife's sudden death. Shortly after Rachel's death Ernest wrote "The Way of a Bride With Her Groom" in honor of her. This book is available at https://amzn.to/2F7hFDZ. This is the 39th episode in the first season of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and tho...

In this episode, Merle Burkholder explains various difficulties that he has seen in Mennonite missions. Merle concludes with a few ideas regarding ways to overcome these difficulties. This is the 38th episode in the first season of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought. Read the blog: anabaptistperspe...