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In today's episode, we talk about the rise of the English Bible, the life of John Wycliffe, and the persecution of the Baptist Lollards.  Will you stand for your faith even if death is the consequence?  Will you stand when no one else stands?  Would you be willing to risk your life simply to help others have a piece of God's Word?  All of these were answered with a heart "YES"...

Today's episode is something that needs to be addressed in our churches across the nation.  It is a crucial part of our faith and something we need to rally behind and defend.  A pastor recently said that he has never seen anyone "stay right with God" when they failed in this area.  It's vital.  It's important.  It's needed.  For some, this topic will be hard to swall...

Why do we only recommend the preaching and teaching of those who teach the same as we do?  It's a good question and one that should be answered.  In today's episode, we will answer that question and give a Biblical and logical view on what our approach should be in recommending preachers and teachers to others.  I ask you this question: Why have to spit out the bones? Submit a quest...

Lesson #8 of Baptist History covers the Preparation for the Reformation: Part 2.  In this episode, we talk about the other things that set the stage for the Protestant Reformation: the Printing Press, the Renaissance, Exploration, God's Sovereignty, and the rise of the Vernacular Bible.  What does "vernacular" even mean?  Find out in this episode! Submit a question for our Q&A:...

In the final part of Bible Versions, we discuss specifically, almost exclusively, the King James Bible.  We discuss several topics and how we can defend and answer the critics of the KJB.  Join me, as we talk about the "old words", the authors of the books, and so much more! Submit a question for our Q&A: https://sandycreekstirrings.com/contact/

In our final episode on "The Necessity of Devotions", we discuss a vital, but often forgotten, necessity in our devotions: Family Devotions.  Do you and your family meet together daily and spend time with God? Do you have a set aside time to pray and read God's Word together?  Join me as we talk about some methods of family devotions and practical tips for implementing them into your dai...

In this segment of Baptist History, we discuss the preparation for the Protestant Reformation.  We start by examining the first step towards the Reformation: The corruption of the Roman Catholic Church.  Join me as we discuss the Catholic Inquisition, the Crusades, the wicked lives of the pope and priests, and more! Make sure to stick to the end as we answer that question: "Are Baptists...

In Bible Versions Part 2, we discuss that vital belief of “not  taking away from or adding to the Words of God”.   Take a look with me  as we examine the facts behind the truth of this vital subject.  Here is  a bit of truth for you: All modern Bible versions use or consult the  faulty Critical Text for their translations.  Did the NKJV and MEV  transla...

As  we continue our mini-series entitled "The Necessity of Devotions", we  examine our Prayer Time.  In this portion, we discuss the importance of  prayer time in your daily devotions and hope to help make your prayer  time come alive again with helpful insights.  I will also give you the  greatest tool you have available for prayer and a system that can  in...

As  we continue talking about early Baptists, hear the stories of the  Paulician's and the Waldensian's in today's episode! They suffered persecution but  they stood up for their faith.  They were executed but  they spread the gospel anyway.   They were told to not serve God but they continued just the same. May we have the  same fighting spirit for our...

Have  you heard questions regarding what Bible version to use?  Does it even  matter?  Are there really any differences between them?  In part 1 of  our Bible Versions episodes, we discuss the hundreds of English translation with an interesting twist: When you look at the  hundreds of English translations, you really don't see hundreds - you see two.  Join m...

In this episode, we begin the first part of a mini-series entitled "The Necessity of Devotions".  In this first part, we start out by talking about our Bible Time - how to hit refresh and make our Bible time come alive.  Our Bible Time is so vital and important to our spiritual lives, but it's something so many struggle with.  Gain some practical tips and wisdom needed to get back t...

Where did the name "Baptist" begin?  Why don't we just call ourselves "Christians" and just leave it at that?  Why is there a need to define who and what we are?  As we dive into today's episode, take a look with me at one of the early Baptist groups known as the "Donatist's".  Let's examine together the struggle and persecution they, Baptists, faced in early history.   Vi...

I sat there shocked.  A Baptist preacher had just told me that Christ is not in the Old Testament.  I had heard Jehovah Witnesses say that.  I had heard other religions say that.  But, to that day, I had never heard a Baptist say that before.  The question is: was he right?  Does Christ appear bodily in the Old Testament?  Was the "Christ that would be crucified"...

Do  you realize that your social media contributes to your testimony as a  Christian?  Whether good or bad, the things you post, follow, like,  share, tweet, or "story about" all affect how people look at you and  your testimony in Christ.  Together, let's examine Biblical principles  and wise rules for our social media and how we can make sure we use them  ...

To properly understand the history of the Baptists, we must get to know a little bit about those who attacked and persecuted the Baptist people for over 1500 years.  We entitle this portion of Baptist History - "The Rise of the Roman Catholic church".  Did the "RCC" really start with Peter?  Was Peter really the first pope?  When did the Catholic church truly come into existenc...

In Part 2 of our episodes on Calvinism, we breakdown the final 3 of the 5 main tenets of Calvinism: Limited Atonement, Irresistible Grace, and Perseverance of the Saints.  Join me as we arrive at a logical, Biblical conclusion about the errors of Calvinism.  Listen to the end as we mention some Calvinistic "preachers/teachers" to be careful of, and finally, we will answer the question: D...

A seasoned man of God once told me, "Every time you see something good  in the Bible, dig deep to find the cause."  In this episode, we discuss  the principles of cause and effect and how to learn from anyone and  everyone!  Do you see someone being successful in something and you  desire the same?  Learn how to examine the example and testimony of  those ar...

Baptist History Lesson #3 - The Apostle Paul gives two warnings to the early churches about some things that are going to happen, both inside and outside the church.  Tune in as we discuss those 2 things and look at some men who began to come into the churches and propagate their false doctrines within them.  These men would come to be called "Church Fathers" by Catholics...but are they...

In today's apologetics episode, we discuss the belief system of "Calvinism", sometimes also called "Reformed Theology".   In part 1, we breakdown the first 2 of the 5 major tenets of Calvinism: Total Depravity and Unconditional Election.  We will also discuss the following questions:  -  Who is John Calvin and what kind of man was he?  - Did God pick who will go to He...

In  this episode, we talk about how to make your Bible YOUR Bible.  To start off, we answer our first question submitted for our Q&A.  After that, we get into the main topic for the day: MY Bible.  We talk  about practical tips for personalizing your Bible, thoughts on Bible  tools, tips for study time, and other valuable insights.  If you are in the market f...

What is the significance of denominational titles?  What do the names "Baptist", "Catholic", "Presbyterian", or "Methodist" really mean?  In this episode, we discuss the 11 core beliefs that a denomination must have in order to be truly Christian.  Without these essential 11 doctrines, the name "Christian" cannot be applied.  These doctrines, as clearly outlined in Scripture, a...

"If you died today, are you 100% sure you would go to Heaven?"  This is the most important question anyone can ever answer.  Sadly, the more I ask that question to those around me, the more I realize how many truly don't know.  Is it a process?  Is it based on works?  Can I lose my salvation?  Can you really even know for sure? What really is "salvation"?  What d...

Want to hear an embarrassing blunder I made during our journey as missionaries?  Then this is the episode for you!  Not only do I share my personal story but we also discuss practical tips for being a help to your authority, a blessing to your pastor, a testimony to your boss, and a good follower to any leader you may have.  The best leaders start out by being the best followers. &n...

In our very first episode on Baptist History, we answer two very important questions:   1: Who started the New Testament church?  Christ or Peter?  2: When was the New Testament church started?  During the time of Christ or at Pentecost?     We examine the Biblical answer to both of these questions and talk about the importance of the Biblical foundation of the N...