BUILDING ON BEDROCK

Jesus Christ Himself and the Word of God, the Bible, comprise the bedrock believers are called to build on. I hope to give believers a vision for fruitful activity as the days grow darker and His return gets closer. Radically Biblical, and Biblically radical!

Building on Bedrock - Synagogues, Summary and Conclusion 07/06/2026

Building on Bedrock - Synagogues, Summary and Conclusion Here is the final wrapup of the series that began in January. It has been difficult and controversial, but I'm convinced it's both Biblical and essential for the future until the Lord Jesus Christ returns. May God bless and encourage very listener! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/41981515

Building on Bedrock - gentleness and Self-Control 06/29/2026

Building on Bedrock - gentleness and Self-Control This is our final look at how the Character of Christ should be reflected in local assemblies, notably, the Fruit of the Spirit. One more episode and "Building on Bedrock" will be completed. /episode/index/show/reflections/id/41886930

Building on Bedrock - Longsuffering and Kindness 06/22/2026

Building on Bedrock - Longsuffering and Kindness This is a double episode: we consider 2 aspects of the Fruit of the Spirit: longsuffering, or patience, and kindness. May all believers reflect these qualities every day of our lives. /episode/index/show/reflections/id/41728020

Building on Bedrock - Peace is a Person 06/15/2026

Building on Bedrock - Peace is a Person We're examining the Fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22 and 23 as the character of Christ manifested in the body of Christ. As always, I hope it's an encouragement and a blessing! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/41652690

Building on Bedrock - Spiritual Joy 06/08/2026

Building on Bedrock - Spiritual Joy We continue our consideration of the Fuit of the Spirit as an aspect of "Christ in Session"; the Corporate Christ in action! We "reflect" on the difference between Joy and happiness. As always, I hope it's a blessing and an encouragement! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/41575865

Building on Bedrock - The Love of God 06/01/2026

Building on Bedrock - The Love of God In our examination of the New Testmaent model for local churches, we turn from the power and authority of Christ to His character. The first and primary aspect of that is God's Agape Love. May we all reflect it to each other and our neighbors! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/41499280

Building on Bedrock - the Teaching Ministry 05/25/2026

Building on Bedrock - the Teaching Ministry In this series we've already seen how Christ should be manifested in local churches in POWER: basically, Holy Spirit giftings. With this episode, we complete how He should be manifested in AUTHORITY: Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Shepherds and Teachers. The final way He should be seen in us, CHARACTER, will start next. As always, I hope this is a blessing! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/41417670

Building on Bedrock - Pastors and Teachers 05/18/2026

Building on Bedrock - Pastors and Teachers Keeping in mind that all these authoritative ministries are TEAMS and not individuals, we consider the role of "shepherds" in the local churches. While they are related to teachers, and often the same office, our tranditons have clouded the true functions of these offices. May God steer us away from trends and traditions to open our hearts to his truth! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/41335885

Building on Bedrock - New Testament Evangelists 05/11/2026

Building on Bedrock - New Testament Evangelists Outside of Jesus Himself, we have only one example of Evangelist in the New Testament: Philip, who started out in Acts 6 as a deacon. As always, I hope this episode is a blessing, an encouragement...and a push in the rith direction. /episode/index/show/reflections/id/41251170

Building on Bedrock - Prophets in the Churches 05/04/2026

Building on Bedrock - Prophets in the Churches Almost everybody who reads the title of this episode will think he or she knows what I say in it, and most of them will be wrong. It's a controversial subject, and what I say won't really support any of the more vocal positions. Whether you agree or disagree, I hop it'll be a blessing and an encouragement! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/41147815

Building on Bedrock Addendum - The Signs of an Apostle 04/27/2026

Building on Bedrock Addendum - The Signs of an Apostle This episode is based on 2 Cor. 12:12 which mentions "the signs of an apostle". I believe both cessationists and charismaniacs abuse this verse. The important words are "among you", and I seek to understand the verse that way. And there ARE warnings about "false signs". Let's always seek for balance in our Christian walk! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/41035420

Building on Bedrock - Authoritative Ministries 04/20/2026

Building on Bedrock - Authoritative Ministries We now turn to Ephesians 4:11 and consider the list of ministries that God gave to the church. This is a controversial topic, but I believe this perspective will help the believers in the days to come. As always, I hope it's a blessing! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/40944145

Building on Bedrock - New Testament Prophecy 04/13/2026

Building on Bedrock - New Testament Prophecy With the pouring out of God's Holy Spirit on all His people, the nature of prophecy changed. Now it is to be evaluated by the other believers. The last section of First Corinthians chapter 14 teach about this subject. As always, I hope this is an encouragement and a blessing! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/40859490

BUILDING ON BEDROCK - THE NORMAL CHURCH SERVICE 04/06/2026

BUILDING ON BEDROCK - THE NORMAL CHURCH SERVICE Like they used to say on the radio and TV shows: "Keep those cards & letters comin'!" Here we examine the next few verses in First Corinthians 14 about what should happen when Christians get together. I'm looking forward to hearing from you about it, even if you disagree. but, as alwasy, I do hope it's a blessing. /episode/index/show/reflections/id/40751385

BUILDING ON BEDROCK - PRAYING, SINGING, BLESSING 03/30/2026

BUILDING ON BEDROCK - PRAYING, SINGING, BLESSING Continuing in First Corinthians 14, we examine verses 15 through 19. I'm not trying to take doctrinal sides in this, but to examine everything in the passage, regardless of denominational positions. Please remember that I'm seeking and sharing what I'm convinced is Truth, not Trends nor traditions. As always, I hope it's a blessing. /episode/index/show/reflections/id/40673360

BUILDING ON BEDROCK - TONGUES AND INTERPRETATION 03/23/2026

BUILDING ON BEDROCK - TONGUES AND INTERPRETATION Here I examine 1 Cor. 14: 1-15. I tried not to ignore anything in this passage, but I DID ignore all the various church traditions about it (except to correct one or two). I'm especially excited to announce "Christ in Session" meetings at Discover Church in Camp Hill, PA startiing Tuesday, April 7! As always, I hope this episdoe is a blessing. /episode/index/show/reflections/id/40593905

CHRIST IN SESSION -WHAT REALLY CEASED 03/16/2026

CHRIST IN SESSION -WHAT REALLY CEASED It's no accident that this message follows several on agape Love. I present this with the firm conviction that the ONLY thing that "ceased" with the completion of the Bible was...the writing of the Bible! Whether you agree or disagree, I pray this message causes prayerful examination of God's Word on this and every subject. Blessings! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/40500430

CHRIST IN SESSION - LOVE IN ACTION 03/09/2026

CHRIST IN SESSION - LOVE IN ACTION I have to apologize for the lack of professionalism in this one. I'm not really tech-savvy, so something I don't understand made it impossible for me to edit out all the grunts, snorts, false starts and verbal pauses. I hope it's a blessing and encouragement anyway. God bless! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/40373540

CHRIST IN SESSION 5 - ONE BODY, MANY MEMBERS 03/02/2026

CHRIST IN SESSION 5 - ONE BODY, MANY MEMBERS Picking up where the last episode left off, we examine First Corinthians 12, verses 22 through 27. We can't operate in the supernatural manifestation and gifts without understanding the dynaics of the Body of Christ in action, and we need to be properly realted to each other. As always, I hope it's an inspiration and a blessing! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/40288500

CHRIST IN SESSION FOUR - UNITY IN DIVERSITY 02/23/2026

CHRIST IN SESSION FOUR - UNITY IN DIVERSITY Continuing our controversial series on how the Body of Christ is designed to function, we examine 1 Corinthians 12, verses 12 abd 13. Even ministries that emphasize teaching of God's Word verse by verse tend to glide over this. This may surprise some saints. but, as Al Jolson used to say, "You ain't heard nothin' yet!" As always, I hope it's a blessing. /episode/index/show/reflections/id/40204790

CHRIST IN SESSION 3 - THE MANIFESTATION OF THE SPIRIT 02/16/2026

CHRIST IN SESSION 3 - THE MANIFESTATION OF THE SPIRIT The subject of "gifts of the Spirit" is controversial, and I'm sorry to say I don't agree with any of the popular positions on the subject. But I do believe that a proper understanding of this truth can liberate local churches from the clutches of either demonic chaos or legalistic control. Please let me know your own thoughts on this. /episode/index/show/reflections/id/40129110

CHRIST IN SESSION 2 02/10/2026

CHRIST IN SESSION 2 Has Church tradition crippled the Church? Not in most ways, but certainly in some! Here we begin to examine 1 Corinthians 12 through 14 without using the "lens" of any denominational bias. I welcome all responses, even if you disagree! My hope is to prepare Christians for coming changes in our culture. Blessings! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/40065325

Christ in Session Part 1 - Romans 12 02/02/2026

Christ in Session Part 1 - Romans 12 Here we begin to examine a hotly debated topic: spiritual gifts. I don't want to be guilty of either over or under emphasizing them. This will probably be a whole new perspective for many, since I'm not a devotee of any specific "camp" regarding this. Please let me know what you think! Blessings! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/39970015

BUILDING ON BEDROCK - GARMENTS AND WINESKINS 01/26/2026

BUILDING ON BEDROCK - GARMENTS AND WINESKINS Christ Himself is the foundation the Church is built on. What are we building on this foundation, and how are we building it? This answer is controversial: radically Biblical and Biblically radical! I left the music off this one: straight Bible sharing. Which do you prefer? /episode/index/show/reflections/id/39888055

BUILDING ON BEDROCK Introduction 01/22/2026

BUILDING ON BEDROCK Introduction Here I begin to examine what the New Testament says about how "church" is designed to function. I'm not trying to shock or upset anyone. I am trying to prepare believeers for what might be in our near future. I hope it encourages those who hear this word. Pleases let me know your thoughts! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/39828540

THE NECESSITY OF GOD'S LAW 09/22/2025

THE NECESSITY OF GOD'S LAW Continuing our Reflections on Psalm 19, we begin the second part: God's Revelation in Scripture. This all-important theme appears throught the Bible, as it should As always, I hope it's a blessing. /episode/index/show/reflections/id/38314655

THE SUN REVEALS THE SON 09/15/2025

THE SUN REVEALS THE SON We continue our Reflections on Psalm 19, learning how even our natural world reveals our Creator and Redeemer to us! I trust it's a blessing! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/38230030

THE HEAVENS DECLARE, PART 2 09/08/2025

THE HEAVENS DECLARE, PART 2 In our last Reflection we focused on Psalm 19 verse 1. This time we'll look at the first 3 verses together. Let's let our understanding and perception of our Creator and Redeemer be broadened and deepened by His Word. /episode/index/show/reflections/id/38134675

THE HEAVENS DECLARE THE GLORY OF GOD 09/01/2025

THE HEAVENS DECLARE THE GLORY OF GOD We begin Reflecting on Psalm 19, and we don't get any further than the Truth-packed first verse! As always, I hope it's a blessing. /episode/index/show/reflections/id/38047120

THE HERITAGE OF FAITH 08/25/2025

THE HERITAGE OF FAITH Continuing Genesis 13, we see Lot's foolish and selfish choice, and how God blessed Abram! I don't know where the "underwater" effect came from, and I hope it's not distracting. Blessings, listeners! /episode/index/show/reflections/id/37948055

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