Ancient Future Ministries

What is the purpose of miracles? To confirm the message of the one who performed the miracles. Although miracles don't "save" someone they can help lead us to the truth. Never forget that the real power and real miracle is a life redeemed!

What do we say when faced with opposition? Luke 12:12 reminds us that the Holy SPirit will give us the words to say. Luke 21:15 tells us that when God gives us wisdom none of our adversaries will be able to resist or contradict!

So Peter preached a sermon! 

These non-denominational Bible studies are led by Dr. Val and recorded live. Some 20-25 men meet weekly at 6:30 AM for an hour. They study and discuss a passage of Scripture. Questions are encouraged and often lead to interesting rabbit trails that help us discover and process additional Biblical truths. 

This podcast looks at the positive and negative side of evangelism. The negative side requires us to tell a sad truth. Everyone is evil and unable to approach a holy God by our own merits. The positive side is often called the "Good News" Jesus Christ made a way for us to approach God through His merit (righteousness). We also discuss the difference between confession and repentance.

The last few minutes I provide a list of practical truths gleaned from this passage of Acts Three about witnessing for Christ.

These non-denominational Bible studies are led by Dr. Val and recorded live. Some 20-25 men meet weekly at 6:30 AM for an hour. They study and discuss a passage of Scripture. Questions are encouraged and often lead to interesting rabbit trails that help us discover and process additional Biblical truths. 

What did the first church do? What was its function? These are some fo the questions we address in the end of Acts chapter two. In chapter three we discuss the healing of a crippled man. What is the responsibility of the church to those in need? Is it just monetary? or is it more? Peter and John say we don't have any money but what we do have we are willing to give you. A gift surpassing any other gift - healing (both physically and spiritually)!

These non-denominational Bible studies are led by Dr. Val and recorded live. Some 20-25 men meet weekly at 6:30 AM for an hour. They study and discuss a passage of Scripture. Questions are encouraged and often lead to interesting rabbit trails that help us discover and process additional Biblical truths.

Today's podcast continues with our study of Acts chapter two. We continue to look at some thorny issues with a bit of humor and hopefully humility. We discuss Peter's sermon on Pentecost and the ramifications or what is meant in the Greek in verse 38

Acts 2:38 (NIV)
³⁸  Peter replied, "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

What does this verse mean Is baptism required to be saved, to become a follower of Christ? This is one of the questions we deal with in this recording.

These non-denominational Bible studies are led by Dr. Val and recorded live. Some 20-25 men meet weekly at 6:30 AM for an hour. They study and discuss a passage of Scripture. Questions are encouraged and often lead to interesting rabbit trails that help us discover and process additional Biblical truths.

Some of the most confusing and difficult issues the divide believers are discussed. What is the Baptism of the Holy Spirit? How does it compare wit the filling of the Holy Spirit? What is the gift of Tongues? Does the manifestation of tongues in Acts differ from the Gift of Tongues discussed in First Corinthians 12-14? 

These are just some of the point covered in this podcast.

These non-denominational Bible studies are led by Dr. Val and recorded live. Some 20-25 men meet weekly at 6:30 AM for an hour. They study and discuss a passage of Scripture. Questions are encouraged and often lead to interesting rabbit trails that help us discover and process additional Biblical truths.

In this podcast we look at the high priority of prayer in the early church and their reliance on the direction of the Holy Spirit in the decision-making process. We also see the leadership of Peter take root as he responds to the prompting of the Holy Spirit to chose a man to replace Judas as one of the Twelve Apostles.

These non-denominational Bible studies are led by Dr. Val and recorded live. Some 20-25 men meet weekly at 6:30 AM for an hour. They study and discuss a passage of Scripture. Questions are encouraged and often lead to interesting rabbit trails that help us discover and process additional Biblical truths.

We begin a new study of the book of Acts the second volume of Luke's writings. In this podcast, we look at who wrote the book, to who was the book was written, why it was written and the significance of this early history of the church. 

These non-denominational Bible studies are led by Dr. Val and recorded live. Some 20-25 men meet weekly at 6:30 AM for an hour. They study and discuss a passage of Scripture. Questions are encouraged and often lead to interesting rabbit trails that help us discover and process additional Biblical truths. 

This week we bring our study of Hebrews to a close. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever; therefore don't get caught up in strange nd "new" doctrines.

Because our High Priest's sacrifice was performed outside of the camp, we also must leave the safety and security to go with him outside of the camp. As New Testament priest we look at our responsibility to offer spiritual sacrifices.

Then we look at our responsibility to submit and obey those who are in spiritual authority over us. And finally, a blessing is bestowed on us. 

And finally, a blessing is bestowed on us. 

This podcast is a great wrap up to our study of the epistle of Hebrews. 

These Bible studies are led by Dr. Val and recorded live. Some 20-25 men meet weekly at 6:30 AM for an hour. They study and discuss a passage of Scripture. Questions are encouraged and often lead to interesting rabbit trails that help us discover and process additional Biblical truths. 

What is brotherly love? Why are we commanded to be hospitable? Show love and compassion for those who are less fortunate than we are?  Is Jesus the same yesterday, today and forever?

These are some of the issues addressed in this podcast.

These Bible studies are led by Dr. Val and recorded live. Some 20-25 men meet weekly at 6:30 AM for an hour. They study and discuss a passage of Scripture. Questions are encouraged and often lead to interesting rabbit trails that help us discover and process additional Biblical truths.

In this podcast we compare the mountain of fear and the law to the mountain of joy and grace. We look at the different ways of experiencing God as a "consuming fire." Fire purifies but it also warms, lights our path, and provides protection from the evil that awaits us in the darkness. 

These Bible studies are led by Dr. Val and recorded live. Some 20-25 men meet weekly at 6:30 AM for an hour. They study and discuss a passage of Scripture. Questions are encouraged and often lead to interesting rabbit trails that help us discover and process additional Biblical truths.