Your Church Friends Podcast

Excluded Books of the Bible: 1st Enoch - Beyond Nephilim, Beyond the Flood

The Book of the Watchers is more than just Nephilim and the flood. It includes the list of seven archangels and describes how they serve God. It also delves into Gehenna, a real biblical location used as imagery for the appearance of the underworld. Additionally, the book provides a description of the spiritual geography of the entire creation, which was accepted by the New Testament writers and the Church Fathers in their understanding of events within the invisible creation—the spiritual world. Furthermore, it explains how these spiritual locations overlay the visible creation. The Book of the Watchers sets the stage for the coming of Christ, the Messiah.
 
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Excluded Books of the Bible: 1st Enoch - The Book of the Watchers

Genesis 6 has left many puzzled with its intriguing account of the sons of God, daughters of humankind, and the enigmatic Nephilim. But fear not, because the Book of the Watchers in 1st Enoch fills in the gaps! It unveils the story of rebellious angels who abandoned their divine duty to corrupt humanity and the earth. Discover the Archangels Michael, Gabriel, Uriel, and Raphael as they confront these fallen angels and bring justice. And let's not forget the captivating antagonist, Azazel, bound in darkness awaiting God's judgment. This is just the beginning of the thrilling journey through the Book of the Watchers!
 
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Excluded Books of the Bible: 1st Enoch - The Beginning Journey into the Controversial 1st Enoch

The Book of 1st Enoch has caused controversy among scholars and believers for centuries. While some argue that it should be included in the canon of scripture, others consider it outright heresy. Your Church Friends decided to delve into this controversy and explore the book's contents. The journey begins with an examination of Enoch's character in the Bible and what God's Word says about him. From there, we will analyze the various sections of the Book of Enoch and their dates of origin. Finally, we will delve into the first eight chapters, including the most famous section, the Book of the Watchers. This is just the Beginning Journey into the Controversial 1st Enoch.
 
Dr. Michael Heiser's Book 'Reversing Hermon:
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Excluded Books of the Bible: The Didache Part 3 - Have We Lost the Way?

If the first six chapters were about what we do, then the remaining chapters 7-16 can be categorized as how we worship God. This amazing ancient Christian writing teaches us that baptism is an important part of the covenant agreement between the believer and God, and that it is more than just a symbolic act. It provides instructions on how to make prayer a regular part of our day and life and shows us how communion should be the focal point of any worship service dedicated to God. It warns of false teachers that are everywhere and advises us, as Jesus did, to be ready for his second coming. This ancient Christian text was lost, but now discovered again, and it shows us that maybe as Christians, we need to take a closer look at our roots and what the early church was doing to help us make an impact in the world we live in today. This ancient Christian text asks the question “Have We Lost the Way?”
 
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Check out At The Intersection of East and West:
https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/eastwest/the_apostolic_fathers_the_didache
 

Excluded Books of the Bible: The Didache Part 2 - It’s All About What We Do

Chapters 1-6 of the Didache offer a compelling contrast between the Way of Life and the Way of Death. This ancient Christian text teaches that the way of life begins with loving God and loving our neighbors as ourselves. It goes on to emphasize practical actions such as blessing those who curse us, praying for our enemies, fasting for those who persecute us, and being generous. Rather than focusing solely on belief, the Didache emphasizes that Christianity is a way of life, a path that shapes how we interact with others and how we love God. It’s All About What We Do.
 
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Excluded Books of the Bible: The Didache Part 1 - What’s the Didache with You?

The Didache, also known as the Teaching of the Twelve Apostles, was written in the first century and contains vital Christian principles for leading a godly life, undergoing conversion, and participating in church rituals. Serving as a "church manual" or "handbook" of Christian ethics and church order, it outlines fundamental teachings and practices that the early Christians believed new believers needed to learn as they joined the church. This ancient Christian document provides us with a fascinating insight into our spiritual roots, offering a rare glimpse into the beliefs and practices of the early church that remain relevant today.
 
Thomas O' Loughlin - The Didache: A Window on the Earliest Christians: https://amzn.to/3nUdaTP
 
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YCF Special: Daniel 3 - Fearless in the Fire

On this YCF Special presentation, take a trip with us back in time to July 31, 2022, when Muireadhach spoke at our home church, Calvary Bellflower, on Daniel 3. He delivers a powerful message on how Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego ended up in Babylon and how their refusal to compromise on eating the food sacrificed to idols allowed them to have the strength to be 'Fearless in the Fire'.
 
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Forgotten Books of The Bible: Titus Part 5 - The Importance of Sound Doctrine

By the 8th century there were over 70 healthy churches in the city of Crete. Yes that’s the same Crete that was known to be filled with brutes, gluttons, and liars. How did that happen? Maybe it was that short three paged letter Paul wrote to Titus that really stuck to the people there and made a lasting difference in their community. A letter to remind the faithful Pastor, Titus, that to build the church properly the foundation must be sound doctrine.
 
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Forgotten Books of The Bible: Titus Part 4 - Character Over Competency

It was Crete, and we all know who the people of Crete are - nothing but brutes, gluttons, and liars. This is where Paul placed Titus to clean up the church and establish it. So, what did Titus need to do? He needed to look for people with great character, and he knew it would be difficult. But he also knew that character had to come before competency, and godliness before giftedness. If they were to grow the church of Crete for God's Kingdom, it all started with finding people with the right life, because the right life always leads to the right actions.
 
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Forgotten Books of The Bible: Titus Part 3 - The Trinity It’s Complicated

What is The Trinity? What was the view of God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament? How did the early Church view the theology of The Trinity and how could a term that’s not mentioned in the Bible bring so much debate? Listen as Your Church Friends have an authentic conversation into the Trinity from the Forgotten Book of Titus.
 
The Trinity from Scroll Publishing:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UpPmXUEK3F8
 
Best Description of The Trinity, Start Video at 17:19
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsoCM4yH9b8
 
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