Apostolic Life in the 21st Century – Details, episodes & analysis

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. famously observed that “11 o’clock on Sunday morning is the most segregated hour in America.” In this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr. David K. Bernard reflects on that statement and its ongoing relevance for today’s church.

Dr. Bernard also discusses the importance of multicultural ministry and shares practical, biblical insights on how churches can create a welcoming environment for people of every race, ethnicity, and culture. Drawing from his experience as a pastor and church planter in Austin, Texas, as well as his years of leadership within the United Pentecostal Church International, he offers guidance for both church leaders and individual believers who desire to reflect the unity of the body of Christ.

Resources mentioned in this episode include:

• UPCI Statements Archive
• 2023 Senior Pastor Survey Results
• Anchor Points by Dr. David K. Bernard

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Will marriage exist in heaven? Why did Jesus say that people will "neither marry" nor be "given in marriage" in the resurrection?

In this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr. David K. Bernard examines Jesus’ response to the Sadducees’ question about marriage and the resurrection in Matthew 22:23–33. Dr. Bernard explains the theological significance of this passage and what it reveals about the nature of eternal life and the resurrection body.

Dr. Bernard also thoughtfully explores what Scripture does—and does not—say about relationships in eternity, offering careful biblical insight along with informed reflection on how our connections may be transformed in the world to come.

This episode provides a hopeful, Scripture-centered perspective for anyone seeking to understand Jesus’ teaching on heaven, resurrection, and life everlasting.

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Will the wicked dead suffer eternally in Hell or will they be annihilated and cease to exist? Dr. David K. Bernard looks to Scripture to settle this longstanding debate about the afterlife and the eternal fate of unrepentant sinners on this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century.

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Does the vision John described in Revelation 5 demonstrate a distinction of persons between God the Father and Jesus Christ? Dr. David K. Bernard reviews the Book of Revelation to uncover the answer.

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What do theological terms such as "church age" and "dispensation of grace" mean, and where did they originate? How do they fit within the framework of Bible prophecy and Oneness Pentecostal theology? In this episode, Dr. David K. Bernard explains dispensational theology and its implications.

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In 2 Corinthians 6:14, Paul wrote, “Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers.” Does this mean Christian singles should not date someone who doesn't share their faith? What if the "significant other" is a Christian but not an Apostolic Pentecostal? 

Dr. David K. Bernard discusses how Paul's statement applies to Christian singles who are considering marriage and who want to honor God in their choice of a spouse.

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Many Christian denominations have been publicly debating the question of whether same-sex unions should be sanctioned by the church. Dr. David K. Bernard explains the United Pentecostal Church International's stance on this issue and why the organization holds this view.

For more information on the UPCI's teachings about human sexuality, see the organization's official position paper titled "The Biblical View of Human Sexuality." For more information on the UPCI's teachings about marriage and family, see the position paper titled "The Biblical Ideal of Marriage and Family."

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In 1 Timothy 2:5, the apostle Paul wrote, “For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus.” Taken alone, this verse seems to indicate a distinction between God and Jesus Christ. Dr. David K. Bernard explains how Paul's statement fits with the whole of Scripture and its importance to understanding both salvation and the Oneness of God.

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The apostle Paul told the Corinthians to “desire spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy” (1 Corinthians 14:1, NKJV). What is the gift of prophecy, and why is it important? Dr. David K. Bernard explains how this spiritual gift operates and the value it brings to the church.

For more information on this topic, see Dr. Bernard's book Spiritual Gifts, available at PentecostalPublishing.com.

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In this Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day episode, Dr. David K. Bernard reviews the history of Pentecostalism in the United States to answer the question, "Was the United Pentecostal Church International founded on racism?"

In this episode, Dr. Bernard references his books A History of Christian Doctrine - Volume 3 and Anchor Points. Both titles are available at PentecostalPublishing.com.

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