When we launched the podcast in 2017, we knew that we eventually wanted to interview Dr. David Bernard, the UPCI General Superintendent. We have both read and referenced many of his writings over the years and his books played an important role in Bryce's journey of faith.When we began to discuss evangelism and discipleship, we knew this was the perfect time to reach out. Thankfully, Bro. Bernard was gracious enough to join us for what turned out to be an incredible episode. We cover a lot of ground in this episode but our main concern is with evangelism and discipleship. We discuss the incredible growth of the church in Austin, TX under Bro. Bernard's leadership, as well as the importance of intentional multicultural outreach.Be sure to pick up a copy of Dr. Bernard's incredible book, "Reaching Austin". Available wherever you buy books or directly from Pentecostal Publishing House: https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/reaching-austinDavid K. Bernard is the general superintendent of the United Pentecostal Church International, which has 5.3 million constituents in over 42,000 churches in 232 nations and territories. He founded New Life Church of Austin, Texas, out of which 16 additional churches were started under his leadership. He is also the founding president of Urshan College and Urshan Graduate School of Theology. He earned both a master's and a doctor of theology degree in New Testament from the University of South Africa, a doctor of jurisprudence with honors from the University of Texas, and a bachelor of arts magna cum laude in mathematical sciences and managerial studies from Rice University. He has written 30 books and 10 booklets that have been published in 40 languages with a total circulation of more than a million copies. In addition, he has traveled to over 110 nations and territories on six continents. He and his wife, Connie, have three children and six grandchildren.Please take the time to reach out on social media and let us know your thoughts or send us an email at 2pentecostals@gmail.com.If you would like to support our show, use the "Buy Us a Coffee" link on 2pentecostals.com to send a donation. We won't actually be using that for coffee but for an editor, which will allow us to produce and release weekly content. Thanks for listening to 2 Pentecostals and a Microphone!

Reaching Austin: An Interview with Dr. David Bernard

In the latest episode of "2 Pentecostals and a Microphone" we have the pleasure of speaking with Rev. Aaron Arrowood about the origins of "El Refugio" (or "The Refuge" in English). This outreach program for kids and youth was founded by Aaron Arrowood and has made a significant impact on the community. During this interview, Bryce and Jaredith talk with Aaron about the challenges he faced when starting the program and the new challenges of a mature outreach program. The current program offers various activities, including sports, arts and crafts, and music. It also provides hot meals, snacks, and transportation for the kids. The hosts discuss with Aaron the importance of building trust with families in the community and how the program has evolved over the years to meet the changing needs of the kids and youth. Aaron shares with them some heartwarming stories of how the program has positively impacted the lives of the kids and youth who participate, including helping them with their schoolwork, providing them with positive role models, and giving them a sense of belonging and community. We have seen kids baptized and filled with the Holy Ghost and entire families have come into the church as a result of El Refugio. Overall, this interview provides an inspiring and informative look at the origins of El Refugio and the impact it has had on the lives of the kids and youth in the community. It's a testament to the power of grassroots efforts to make a positive difference in the world. So, tune in to "2 Pentecostals and a Microphone" to listen to this incredible conversation with Aaron Arrowood about "El Refugio" and the life-changing power of loving your neighbor.Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Also, feel free to "buy us a coffee" at one of the links on our site. We are making improvements to the podcast and all of that comes at a cost. Please consider supporting us with a small donation.

The Origins of El Refugio (The Refuge) with Aaron Arrowood

In this episode, we discuss the rise of AI and its implications on culture and the church. If we can simply use AI to write songs for us, will art die? What about essays? Sermons?Let us know your thoughts on the coming AI revolution.*Note: We recorded this episode before the explosion of OpenAI's ChatGPT. We will record a follow-up addressing some of the crazy developments of the past couple of months.Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Also, feel free to "buy us a coffee" at one of the links on our site. We are making improvements to the podcast and all of that comes at a cost. Please consider supporting us with a small donation.

The AI Revolution

In this episode of '2 Pentecostals and a Microphone', we dive into Eminem's recent appearance on the track, "Use This Gospel", which marks his first venture into the Christian music genre. We discuss the lyrics and how they may reflect Eminem's personal beliefs and journey. We also explore the potential impact of this new direction on his career and the broader music industry. Reach out on social media and let us know what you think of the track and your predictions of what this could mean for Eminem's career, the Christian music industry, and the music industry at large.Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.comAlso, feel free to "buy us a coffee" at one of the links on our site. We are making improvements to the podcast and all of that comes at a cost. Please consider supporting us with a small donation.

Is Eminem a Christian Rapper?

In June 2022, Jaredith took a weeklong mission trip to Guatemala with two other people, his sister and the assistant pastor of an Asamblea Apostolic church in Indiana. In this episode, he recounts some of his experiences there visiting the sick, preaching in rural churches, giving away backpacks and Bibles, touring the Mayan ruins at Tikal, and living on a farm with his host family.Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.comAlso, feel free to "buy us a coffee" at one of the links on our site. We are making improvements to the podcast and all of that comes at a cost. Please consider supporting us with a small donation.

Mission Trip to Guatemala

Join us for a great conversation with Jeff Ready! Bro. Ready was with UPCI's Multicultural Ministries and is now a missionary to the First Nations tribes of North America. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.com

A Conversation with Jeff Ready (Multicultural Evangelism)

Just a quick update following from Jaredith on his return from Guatemala and what's coming up for the podcast.Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.com

Update (Back in the USA)

Welcome to Season 3! We kick this season off with an introduction to some interviews on the topic of discipleship and evangelism. Looking forward to this series on the number one thing that we are called to do: love people.Thanks for sticking around! Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.com

Discipleship & Evangelism

This episode is an impromptu discussion of the state of Apostolic art. What is happening in the world of Apostolic music, writing, fine art, etc? What did we miss? What is your opinion on the topic?Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.com

The State of Apostolic Art

Understanding the dual nature of Christ is key to understanding who God is. This is part two of a two-part episode exploring this topic. This also wraps up our ongoing series on doctrine, for now...Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.com

Doctrine Series: The Dual Nature of Christ (Part 2)

Understanding the dual nature of Christ is key to understanding who God is. This is part one of a two-part episode exploring this topic. Part two will release a week after part one.Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.com

Doctrine Series: The Dual Nature of Christ (Part 1)

We are alive and well! We're back to finally finish up season 2 and launch season 3. Check out this life update and let's get back to it!Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.com

We're Alive and We're Back!

Quick update from Jaredith. Exciting things are coming. • The last few episodes of "Season 2" and the kickoff of "Season 3" over the next few weeks. • "Buy Us a Coffee" is a new feature on the website. We will be using any donations to improve the quantity and quality of the podcast. Check out the link if you want to support the podcast:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/2pentecostals

Update: Season 3 Coming Soon!

This was a difficult episode to record and it will no doubt be difficult to listen to. Especially if you followed the ministry of Ravi Zacharias and held him in high regard, as we did. It was recently revealed through allegations and a subsequent investigation by RZIM and a third-party law firm that Ravi had participated in an ongoing scheme of sexual abuse against multiple women. This news came close on the heels of his death last year from cancer. Please take the time to listen to the entire episode, including the victim's statement that we added at the end, and read both the statement from RZIM and the law firm's report on the investigation. Both of these documents will be linked below. Most importantly, let this begin a discussion in the church on how to prevent these kinds of tragedies in the future. Thank you for listening to 2 Pentecostals and a Microphone.Open Letter from the RZIM Board of Directors - https://www.rzim.org/read/rzim-updates/board-statementMiller & Martin Report - https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/rzimmedia.rzim.org/assets/downloads/Report-of-Investigation.pdf

What Ravi Did & What We Do Now

Oneness believers have often been accused of being Modalists. This is not a new argument, it's been going on for nearly 2,000 years. Is this accusation fair? What exactly is Modalism?Do modern, Oneness Pentecostals actually believe in Modalism?We address these questions and more in this episode.Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.com

Doctrine Series: Do Oneness Pentecostals Believe in Modalism?

In previous episodes, we've discussed some verses that may have been misused in the Oneness vs. Trinity and some verses that, when used in context, are less than ideal for either side. In this episode, we will discuss some verses that are much more relevant to this debate.Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.com

Doctrine Series: Relevant Scriptures for the Oneness vs. Trinity Debate

In this episode, we welcome our wives back on the podcast for a fun "Holiday Special". We cover Thanksgiving, Christmas, favorite foods, family traditions, and Anne's fear of bread. Good times were had by all (at Anne's expense). We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!Reach out on social media to share your favorite holiday stories! Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/2-pentecostals-a-microphone/id1271186562?mt=2Google Podcasts: https://play.google.com/music/m/Ievomhvj42xwyvjh2yp2g4a2d5y?t=2_Pentecostals__a_MicrophoneSpreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/2-pentecostals-a-microphoneYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ47f7Z-RFSar8lxetrF7xgAlso available on Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and other platforms.

The 2020 Holiday Special! (feat. Sandra Kyle & Anne Mize)

In this episode, we discuss an often-debated passage in the Oneness vs Trinity debate, Matthew 28:19.What are your thoughts on this verse? Let us know on your favorite social media platform.What does Matthew 28:19 tell us about the Godhead? Does this verse support a Oneness or Trinitarian view of God? Is this verse telling us how to baptize or simply that we should go and do it, while the specific formula is given on by Peter in Acts 2?Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Coming soon to Apple Music!Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.Visit our home on the web: 2pentecostals.com

Doctrine Series: Matthew 28:19 - Oneness or Trinity?

In this episode, we discuss one of the most controversial verses in all of Scripture, 1 John 5:7.We will be asking some tough questions but we want to do more than just give you our answers. We want to hear your take on this verse. What does 1 John 5:7 tell us about the Godhead? Does this verse support a Oneness or Trinitarian view of God? Should we bring this scripture into the discussion at all?Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with your take on this discussion.

Doctrine Series: Does 1 John 5:7 Support the Oneness or Trinitarian View of God?

In this episode, we continue a previous discussion of the nature of God, specifically in regard to the doctrines of Oneness and the Trinity.  We started this conversation back in 2019 but held off on releasing the rest of the series, due to our desire to give the subject the treatment it deserves. We are finally ready to have the discussion at length.  In this episode, which is basically part 2 of the series introduction, we discuss some reasons why this series is necessary, both for our oneness and trinitarian listeners. As this segment of the Doctrine Series continues, we will discuss some of the nuances ofthe debate. We will look at some problematic scriptures, dive into a little textual criticism (can't wait for the backlash from that one...),  and specifically talk about Modalism (and why we are not Modalists). You can find us on your favorite podcast app or on our website, 2pentecostals.com.2pentecostals.com is also home to our blog, 2 Pentecostals and a Word Processor. Please reach out to us with any feedback, questions, or rebuttals. We want this conversation to go beyond the podcast and into social media and our listeners' everyday conversations. Reach out to us at 2pentecostals.com or @2pentecostals on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. If you haven't already done so, we would appreciate it greatly if you could leave us a review on your favorite podcast app!Thanks for listening to 2 Pentecostals and a Microphone!

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