Dr. David K. Bernard explains how the United Pentecostal Church International was formed in 1945 by the merger of two smaller organizations, the Pentecostal Assemblies of Jesus Christ and the Pentecostal Church, Incorporated. The UPCI will celebrate the 80th anniversary of this event during General Conference 2025, which begins this week in St. Louis, Missouri, the site of the 1945 merger conference.

Resources mentioned in this episode:
• A History of Christian Doctrine: Volume 3 by Dr. David K. Bernard
• Understanding the Articles of Faith by Dr. David K. Bernard
• United We Stand by Arthur L. Clanton & Charles E. Clanton

For information about General Conference 2025, visit UPCIGC.net.

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In 1 Corinthians 12:8, the apostle Paul includes the "word of knowledge" in his list of gifts imparted by the Holy Spirit. Dr. David K. Bernard explains what the word of wisdom is and how it operates. He also provides biblical examples and shares how he has seen the word of wisdom work in a modern church setting.

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If a Christian struggles with sin, does it mean they're not really saved? Dr. David K. Bernard explores the meaning of 1 John 3:6, which states, "No one who abides in him keeps on sinning; no one who keeps on sinning has either seen him or known him" (ESV). Dr. Bernard explains what it means to abide in God while still facing the reality of human weakness.

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