Andrew Rappaport's Rapp Report

Rapp Report episode 331 Head coverings have emerged as a hot topic in recent discussions, as highlighted by Dale Partridge, who notes that this issue has not really been a point of contention for centuries but is now gaining traction. The conversation pivots around Dale Partridge's book, "A Cover for Glory," which argues that head coverings were once a universal practice among women in the church...

Rapp Report episode 330 Discussed from What We Believe? “Therewere two kinds of gifts given totheearly church. Miraculous gifts of divine revelation and healing were given temporarily intheapostolic era forthepurpose of confirmingtheauthenticity oftheapostles’ message ( Hebrews 2:3-4 ; 2 Corinthians 12:12 ). Ministering gifts were given to equip believers for edifying one another. WiththeNew Testa...

Rapp Report episode 329 Discussed from  What We Believe? "There were two kinds of gifts given to the early church. Miraculous gifts of divine revelation and healing were given temporarily in the apostolic era for the purpose of confirming the authenticity of the apostles’ message ( Hebrews 2:3-4 ;  2 Corinthians 12:12 ). Ministering...

Rapp Report episode 328 Discussed from What We Believe? "The Bible teaches the calling of all saints to the work of service ( 1 Corinthians 15:58 ;  Ephesians 4:12 ;  Revelation 22:12 ). "The need of the church is to cooperate with God as He accomplishes His purpose in the world. To that end, He gives the church spiritual gifts....

Rapp Report episode 327 Discussed from What We Believe? "The purpose of the church is to glorify God ( Ephesians 3:21 ) by building itself up in the faith ( Ephesians 4:13-16 ), by instruction of the Word ( 2 Timothy 2:2 ,  15 ;  3:16-17 ), by fellowship ( Acts 2:47 ;  1 John 1:3 ), by keeping the ordinances ( Luke 22:19 ;  Acts 2:38-42 ), and by advancing and communicating the...

This podcast episode features a lively discussion between Andrew Rappaport and Caleb Gordon, centered on the importance of evangelism and the upcoming Built to Conquer Conference in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Rappaport emphasizes that the first step in discipleship is evangelism, urging listeners to overcome their fears and share the gospel, which is fundamentally about inviting others into a relatio...

This episode emphasizes the critical importance of engaging with the Word of God as a foundational aspect of the Christian life. Pastor Dan explores Deuteronomy 6, highlighting the command to love the Lord with all one's heart, soul, and might while integrating Scripture into daily life. He encourages listeners to not merely read the Bible but to meditate on it, allowing its teachings to shape the...

Join Andrew Rappaport and Chris Honholz as they dive into a lively discussion about evangelism, humor, and the unexpected connections between pop culture and the Christian faith. The episode kicks off with a humorous exploration of Chris's unique experiences dressing up as Captain America and the infamous Buddy the Elf, setting a light-hearted tone for the conversation. As the discussion progresse...

This episode of the Rap Report dives deep into the critical importance of Christian education, highlighting the distinctives of classical education as exemplified by the Lagos Christian Academy. Hosts Andrew Rappaport and Dominic Grimaldi discuss how Christian schools provide not only a biblical worldview but also a robust academic framework that fosters critical thinking and personal responsibili...

Join Andrew Rappaport as he interviews Chance, the founder of 1689 Cigars, in a lively discussion about faith, personal transformation, and the art of cigar making. Chance shares his fascinating journey from growing up in a pagan family, filled with anger and despair, to experiencing a profound conversion through the Gospel. The conversation delves into the intricacies of cigar blending, highlight...

Rapp Report episode 321 Dusty Devers and Andrew Rappaport engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the necessity of Christians stepping into the political arena, emphasizing that silence in the face of societal decay is not an option. They argue that the separation of faith from public life allows for a moral vacuum that can lead to dire consequences, akin to historical tragedies. Devers sha...

TC Cook shares his inspiring journey of faith and ministry, highlighting how his experiences as a young Christian shaped his current work at the Southwest Indiana Powerhouse. The conversation delves into the importance of building relationships with youth and the challenges of operating a community-focused organization without federal funding. With a light-hearted tone, TC recounts humorous anecdo...

The podcast explores the recent election results in America, with a focus on the significant impact of ballot propositions, particularly regarding abortion. Andrew Rapoport and his guest, Matthew, discuss the surprising outcomes in various states, including Florida's Amendment 4, which aimed to expand abortion rights but ultimately faced defeat. They emphasize the importance of not just voting in...

Rapp Report episode 318 This podcast episode focuses on the theme of persecution and how Christians should prepare for it, particularly in light of current societal trends in America. Andrew Rappaport delivers a message derived from 1 Peter 4:12-19, emphasizing the inevitability of fiery trials for believers and the importance of not being surprised by such hardships. He highlights the necessity o...

Rapp Report episode 316 Andrew talks with Joe from Squirrelly Joe’s Coffee . Learn all about coffee. Can a business be a ministry? This podcast is a ministry of Striving for Eternity and all our resources  Listen to other podcasts on the Christian Podcast Community Support Striving for Eternity Leave us a review Give us your feedback, email us  info@StrivingForEternity.com Get the book W...

Rapp Report episode 316 Austin Brown challenges the current view of Limited Atonement in his book A Boisterously Reformed Polemic Against Limited Atonement . Resources mentioned: Bonus: Superintending the Solution to Calvinism vs. Arminianism, What We Believe, Part 27 This podcast is a ministry of Striving for Eternity and all our resources  Listen to other podcasts on the Christian Podcast C...

Rapp Report episode 315 Greg Moore of the Dead Men Walking podcast, Keith Foskey of the You Calvist podcast, and Andrew Rappaport of the Rapp Report and Apologetics Live podcasts join together to discuss our responsibility to our fellow brothers and sisters in need in light of disasters.

Rapp Report episode 314 Andrew interviewed Alex Wright of Vessels for Christ . Hear how Christ redeemed him for drug addiction and now uses him around the world to further the kingdom of God. If you want to support Vessels for Christ's ministry , you can use Zelle and send it to awright@vesselsforchrist.org. All donations are tax-deductible. This podcast is a ministry of Striving for Eternity and...

Rapp Report episode 315 Andrew comes on the Are You Just Watching podcast to review the movie Am I Racist. See the detailed show notes .

Rapp Report episode 312 The purpose of the church is to glorify God ( Ephesians 3:21 ) by building itself up in the faith ( Ephesians 4:13-16 ), by instruction of the Word ( 2 Timothy 2:2 ,  15 ;  3:16-17 ), by fellowship ( Acts 2:47 ;  1 John 1:3 ), by keeping the ordinances ( Luke 22:19 ;  Acts 2:38-42 ), and by advancing and communicating the gospel to the entire world ( Mat...

Rapp Report episode 311 Andrew returns to the series What We Believe . The local church is autonomous, free from any external authority or control, with the right of self-government and freedom from the interference of any hierarchy of individuals or organizations ( Titus 1:5 ). It is scriptural for true churches to cooperate with each other for the presentation and propagation of the faith. Each...

Rapp Report episode 310 Andrew returns to the series What We Believe in part 5 on the church. The Scriptures explain the importance of discipleship ( Matthew 28:19-20 ;  2 Timothy 2:2 ), mutual accountability of all believers to each other ( Matthew 18:5-14 ), as well as the need for discipline of sinning members of the congregation in accordance with the standards of Scripture ( Matthew 18:1...

Rapp Report episode 309 Andrew teaches a Bible study from 1 Peter 3:8-9 on how to live together as Christians. This podcast is a ministry of Striving for Eternity and all our resources  Listen to other podcasts on the Christian Podcast Community Support Striving for Eternity Leave us a review Give us your feedback, email us  info@StrivingForEternity.com Get the book What Do They Believe...

Rapp Report episode 308 Andrew interviews Megan Basham about his new and important book Shepherds for Sale . This podcast is a ministry of  Striving for Eternity , and all our resources  Listen to other podcasts on the  Christian Podcast Community Support Striving for Eternity Leave us a review Give us your feedback, email us  info@StrivingForEternity.com Get the book&nbsp...

Rapp Report episode 307 Andrew addresses the Christian response to Social Justice from the Rise Up Conference.