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African Reformed Theology PodcastChrist' Resurrection and African ReligionThe Resurrection of Christ is the Christian's hope in both salvation and future glory. In this episode, I discuss different African stories and myths of resurrection and the centrality of the resurrection in the Christian faith's salvation and future hope.2023-04-2639 minAfrican Reformed Theology PodcastSalvation Part 6: The Ancestral Realm and the Beatific VisionIn glorification Christians enter into the Beatific Vision of God and at death, Africans believe to enter into the intermediate realm of the ancestors. In this episode, I discuss the final phase of salvation, death, and life after death in both the Christian faith and the African religion.2023-04-1238 minAfrican Reformed Theology PodcastThe Crucifixion and AfricansWhat does the death of Christ have anything to do with Africans? In this episode, I discuss how Africans are connected and can benefit from the death of Christ on the cross. 2023-04-0637 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastSalvation Part 5: SanctificationSanctification of one of the hallmarks of what it means to be a Christian. In this episode, I discuss the doctrine of sanctification as understood in both the Christian faith and the African religion. Lastly, I look at how the South African indigenous community understand it.2023-03-3039 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastSalvation Part 4: JustificationThe doctrine of justification by faith alone is an article upon which the church stands or falls. In this episode, I discuss the theme of justification in the Christian faith, African religion, and how it is understood and taught in the South African indigenous churches.2023-03-2242 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastSalvation Part 3: RegenerationRegeneration or new birth in African religion and Christian faith. In this episode, I discuss how it is understood in both the African religion and the Christian faith. The South African Independent Churches teach regeneration similar to the African religion's view than the Christian faith. 2023-03-0841 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastSalvation Part 2: SacrificesSacrifices are a universal language of religion. We find a different understanding of sacrifices in African religions and the Christian faith. In this episode, I take a look at both similarities and differences of sacrifices in the African Religion in South Africa and the Christian faith2023-03-0135 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastSalvation Part 1: African and BiblicalIn this episode, I discuss how salvation is understood in the traditional and modern South African religion(s) and Christian faith. In South African religion, we consider different aspects of its worldview, which then offers a context in which salvation is understood by Africans. In the Christian faith, we consider the reality of sin and the centrality of Christ in the salvation of sinners.2023-02-2039 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastUpdates, Hopes and Plans.In this short episode, I give a short update and announcements on the upcoming episodes and plans for the podcast.2023-02-0709 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastBiblical vs African Understanding of Sin: Part 2In the previous episode, I talked about sin as a universal reality, which every people group and culture must define and contextualize in their own worldview. However, cultural and worldview definitions of sin are limited and deficient due to the effect of sin. In this episode, I talk about sin as defined and understood from a biblical view. The Bible offers a true definition, and view of sin. Therefore, it is only when we understand the biblical view of sin that we both see it for what it is and the necessity of salvation from Christ Jesus.
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African Reformed Theology PodcastBiblical vs African Understanding of Sin: Part 1Sin is a universal phenomenon that is found in every culture and people group. Africans have their own understanding of sin: its definition, nature, and consequences. In this episode, I talk about sin in African Traditional Religion and context. I explore the different understandings of sin both in the African traditional context and in modern South African indigenous communities.2022-11-2829 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastSouth African Cultic ChurchesAmong the South African indigenous/independent churches, some have strayed so far from Christian fundamentals that they became cults. In this episode, I discuss the two most influential cults within indigenous/independent churches. I evaluate errors in their doctrines and practices. Finally, I share some ways and emphasis when the Gospel to these cults.2022-11-1430 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastSouth African Zionist ChurchesSouth African Indigenous Churches movement resulted in many sects and cults. One sect born out of this movement are the Zionist churches. In this episode, I about Zionist churches group, which is one of the largest church groups in South Africa. I talk briefly about their history and practical and doctrinal distinctions. Finally, I share different emphases in sharing the Gospel or helping Zionists understand the Gospel better.2022-11-1439 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastSouth African Indigenous Charismatic ChurchesCharismatic churches have become the face of Christianity in South African communities. South African indigenous charismatic churches are divided into different sub-groups. In this episode, I discuss the two major groups of charismatic churches, the extremes, and the moderates. I also offer a few critiques of charismatic theology and what can these churches do better. 2022-10-2632 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastThe State of South African Indigenous ChurchesSouth African Indigenous Churches can be divided into many groups and sub-groups. These groups and sub-groups have different theological issues. In this episode, I give an overview of the state and theological issues in these churches. And then I discuss what reformed theology can offer in solving these theological issues. 2022-10-2621 min
African Reformed Theology PodcastTrailer EpisodeIn this trailer episode, I explain the background of the African Reformed Theology Podcast and what you can expect from the upcoming episodes.2022-09-0707 min