Reclaiming the Faith

In episode 119, I analyze Marc Turnage’s argument in episode 29 of his podcast, Windows Into the Bible, that in Luke 22, Jesus permits His disciples to use swords to defend themselves against people who would seek to do them harm.  Marc Turnage - Windows Into the Bible Faithful Witness: The Early Church’s Theology of Martyrdom         Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In episode 118, I discuss the similarities and differences between the beliefs and practices of the Essenes and those of Jesus and His Apostles.   Faithful Witness: The Early Church’s Theology of Martyrdom         Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In episode 117, I interview my friend, Careem McBean about how his view of God has evolved throughout his life. We also discuss how reading the earliest Christian writings have impacted his biblical worldview.   Faithful Witness: The Early Church’s Theology of Martyrdom         Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In episode 116, I look at several biblical examples of superstitions and discuss what the early Christians believed about them.   Faithful Witness: The Early Church’s Theology of Martyrdom         Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In episode 115, I look at how the early Christians navigated the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70. I also discuss how they treated the Jewish people in those days and during the Bar Kokhba revolt of the 2nd Century.   Faithful Witness: The Early Church’s Theology of Martyrdom         Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

My new book is out, and in Episode 114 I give away chapter 3 for free. You can find audio and kindle versions basically anywhere those are available, and a print-on-demand option is found on Amazon. If it’s a blessing to you, please leave a rating and review!  Faithful Witness: The Early Church’s Theology of Martyrdom         Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In Episode 113 I interview my friend, Dan Enright, about creating healthy, biblical communities. We also talk about the events that led us to resign from the church from where we both served on staff.       Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In Episode 112 I interview Dr. Judd Burton about his new book on Gobekli Tepe and Sacred Geography. You can find links to Dr. Burton’s classes on the Apocrypha and other important subject matters at his websites, burtonbeyond.com and tioba.org.   Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In Episode 111, I discuss the CIA’s MK-Ultra program, and how it compares to the Calvinistic doctrine of Compatibilism. Compatibilism states that while God determines all things, mankind maintains free will. Definition of Compatibilism Article on Sirhan Sirhan & MK-Ultra  Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In Episode 110 I interview Dr. Leighton Flowers about Soteriology, and how a distorted view of God’s sovereignty can lead to many unbiblical beliefs and actions. You can find links to Dr. Flowers’ resources at his website, soteriology101.com and his YouTube channel, Soteriology 101. Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

Episode 77 is part one of my interview with Chuck Pike. In this episode, Chuck discusses several shadows of Christ in the Old Testament. Chuck Pike is an environmental engineer whose professional career has focused on water and wastewater treatment. He has been actively involved in Bible teaching for three decades. His ministry has focused mainly on expository teaching, along with prophecy-based apologetics and the kingdom perspective, incorporating insights from the early Christians. Chuck lives in the Boston area with his wife Alison and their two children. “Prove It” apologetics series: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0UdYKSChMSi5SxjEDLgdTA Chuck’s recent teachings: https://walking-by-faith.org/  My book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ My website – https://philsbaker.com My Patreon - patreon.com/philsbaker My iTunes Channel - Reclaiming the Faith My Music - https://store.cdbaby.com/Artist/PhilBaker  Justen Faull - https://www.fourthwatchradio.com  Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com BDK - www.omegafrequency.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html 

In Episode 109 I interview Dr. Judd Burton about the origin and significance of the Apocrypha. You can find links to Dr. Burton’s classes on the Apocrypha and other important subject matters at his websites, burtonbeyond.com and tioba.org.  Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In Episode 108 I discuss a rather unfortunate comment made by Mark Driscoll several years ago about some of his hearers being matchsticks. I then examine writings of Martin Luther and John Calvin that could have contributed to Mark’s thought process. Finally, I discuss how the idea of unconditional election played a role in shaping the Puritans' views and treatment of Native Americans. You can hear Driscoll’s comment on human matchsticks on the podcast, The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill by Christianity Today. Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

Episode 107 is about three areas of the early Church’s writings. First, I discuss what they viewed as absolutes for Christians to believe and practice. Then, I highlight two obvious errors by major early Christian writers. Finally, I talk about two issues the New Testament is silent about that one early Christian tried to treat like essential areas of the faith.  Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In Episode 106, Dr. Judd Burton joins me to talk about his upcoming book on witchcraft, The Book of the Grey. We not only talk about ancient witchcraft, but modern forms as well, and discuss how God’s people of past and present times have fallen into syncretistic involvement with this forbidden practice. You can find links to this book and all his resources on his websites, tioba.org and burtonbeyond.com. Contact him at professorburton@yahoo.com to find out more information.  Contact Dr. Burton - professorburton@yahoo.com Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com Early Christian Resources - The Historic Faith The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In Episode 105, I am blessed to interview Stephanie Quick, one of the producers of the Sheep Among Wolves II, which is a documentary about the Church in Iran. This interview will shock, amaze and inspire you to live out your faith with more love and less fear. Check out sheepamongwolvesfilm.com for more details.  Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In Episode 104, I had a conversation with my beautiful wife, Stephanie Baker, about a disturbing trend in the Church. So many Christians with various platforms are either falling away from the faith or falling into serious sin. Stephanie and I explore why this may be happening, and what we can do to prevent following in their steps. Please make sure to check out Stephanie’s show, The Faithful Podcast, at faithfulpodcast.podbean.com. The Faithful Podcast with Stephanie Baker -  faithfulpodcast.podbean.com Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com Early Christian Resources - The Historic Faith The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In Episode 103, I was blessed to interview Dr. Judd Burton about Demonology. This was such an informative and inspirational conversation. Dr. Burton offers a course on Demonology on his website, tioba.org. Contact him at professorburton@yahoo.com to find out more information about that and many other courses he offers.  Contact Dr. Burton - professorburton@yahoo.com Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com Early Christian Resources - The Historic Faith The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

In Episode 102, I had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Eric Hankins about his article on Romans 9 and Reprobation, which was published in the Journal of Baptist Theology and Ministry. Dr. Hankins is the pastor of First Baptist Fairhope in Fairhope, Alabama. If you have a question for Dr. Hankins, feel free to email him at ehankins@fbcfairhope.org. Dr. Hankins' Article on Romans 9 & Reprobation -  https://soteriology101.com/2018/04/09/romans-9-and-the-calvinist-doctrine-of-reprobation/ Contact Dr. Hankins - ehankins@fbcfairhope.org Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com Early Christian Resources - The Historic Faith The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html

Episode 101 is the last of my two-part series on how the teachings of Augustine compare and contrast to those of the early Christians. Here we see why and how Augustine began to justify the Church torturing and condemning its opponents of the 5th Century. Phil’s Website – https://philsbaker.com Patreon Page - patreon.com/philsbaker Apple Podcasts Channel - Reclaiming the Faith Book New: Wineskins and the Simple Words of Christ BDK - www.omegafrequency.com Contact me – emailphilsbaker@gmail.com Early Christian Resources - The Historic Faith The Ante-Nicene Writings - https://www.scrollpublishing.com/store/more-CD-ANF.html