Strength to Strength
Strength to Strength provides resources to strengthen listeners' faith in Jesus and offer solid grounding in a changing world. The vision focuses on inspiring flourishing communities of faithful Jesus-followers, while the mission is to advance Jesus' kingdom by assisting the church in contending for the faith. They tackle thought-provoking topics, stimulate candid discussions, and share faith-building testimonies through podcasts, videos, and books, while pointing people to local communities of believers. Their speakers and writers support a Christ-centered, kingdom-focused, Scripture-based lifestyle, especially as modeled by the Anabaptist tradition.
Episodes
"The Power of Faithfulness in the Mundane" by Carol Myer
August 1, 2026Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Carol Myer to encourage faithfulness in the little things.When we consider the power of Faithfulness, we have to first step back and recognize that we are stewards. Can anyone know what to steward if we don’t recognize our gifts?We will look at some amazing but practical ways that Faithfulness is part of our everyday, turning mundane moments into
S2S Author Interview: "The False Equation" by Ryan Roth
Does secularism truly deserve credit for rationality, scientific progress, and tolerance?In this S2S Books interview, author Ryan Roth discusses his new book, *The False Equation: Challenging the Claim that Secularism Equals Rationality and Tolerance*.Ryan examines the historical narrative that equates secularism with reason and progress. The conversation explores objective truth, the relationship
"The Power of Limits in an Age of Distraction" by Kristi Mast
July 4, 2026Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Kristi Mast to discuss the power of a focused life.Most of us understand that our phones are stealing our attention and sometimes even our fruitfulness. But how do we practically master our devices instead of letting them master us, especially when we are drained or looking for escape? Embracing our human limits frees us to employ technology as a t
"Anabaptist Origins Documentary: Retracing the First 100 Years" by Reagan Schrock
June 25, 2026Strength to Strength welcomes Reagan Schrock to share the story of the Anabaptist Origins documentary.Anabaptist Origins is a ten-part documentary series tracing the first hundred years of the Anabaptist movement. Filmed on location across Switzerland, Austria, the Czech Republic, Germany, France, and the Netherlands, the series brings viewers to the actual places where men like Conra
"Would the 1st Century Christians Go to War?" by Anan Twijjukye
June 23, 2026 Strength to Strength welcomed Anan Twijjukye to answer a much-disputed question: should Christians fight for their country?What does it mean to love our enemies? What did the early Christians believe, and would they stand with modern Christians on war?Join us to learn about the practices of the early Christians.An interactive question-and-answer period follows.https://strengthtostren
S2S Sisters: "Backsliding, Remarriage, and Restoration: A Testimony of God’s Faithful Provision" by Jane Hodges
June 6, 2026Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Jane Hodges to share her testimony and life story.In the Talk, Jane discusses the downward spiral of sin and the hopelessness that life brings. But the love and goodness of God is enduring. Even when stumbling and backsliding, God came out on the mountainside to find His lost sheep and restore her back to the fold.An interactive question-and-answer
"God Is Faithful and the Gates of Hell Will Not Prevail Against the Church" by Stephen Russell
May 23, 2026Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell for this wrap-up talk on our Sacred Roots series.In the Sacred Roots series, we have surveyed the history and development of the Church of Jesus Christ from its founding through to the end of the Reformation. We will look at what happened during this 1600 years, both the good and the bad, and consider how this history may effectively give d
"Does Progressive Dispensationalism Fit in Christ's Kingdom?" —an S2S rebuttal
Strength to Strength responds to a recent episode by Anabaptist Perspectives. In this response video, Greg Weaver is joined by Justin Zehr and Bryant Martin to offer a rebuttal to the presentation offered by Julian Stoltzfus.In this episode, we respond to a presentation on Progressive Dispensationalism. Is Progressive Dispensationalism compatible with the Christo-centric hermeneutic or Anabaptism?
“Finding God’s Purpose for Our Pain” by Grant Bontrager
May 9, 2026Strength to Strength welcomed Grant Bontrager to discuss lessons learned through his life story.Grant Bontrager was born as the result of a sexual assault. Although he was raised in a loving, Christian home, he still struggled intensely with identity, questions about his past, and the belief that God had a plan for his strange, confusing life.It wasn’t until he went to a counselor, took
"God Is a Wonderful Father" by Rhoda Wenger
May 2, 2026Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Rhoda Wenger to share her testimony.Traveling through life with my sweetheart of 53½ years has been an adventure I would not trade. God blessed us with 9 precious children, 5 additional precious children through marriage, and 14 treasured grandchildren.While our children were still at home, we had the privilege of all traveling together in an itiner
Announcing Caleb Summit 2026
Caleb Summit registration is open!October 29–30, 2026Schedule here: https://www.calebsummit.org/scheduleCaleb Summit is a gathering built to activate and align men (16+) with the historic Christian faith—and to ignite church planting, evangelism, and movement growth. This is not a retreat or a recovery meeting. It is a forward-leaning rally for men who want to carry the historic faith with confide
"Romans Made Simple" by David Bercot
April 25, 2026Strength to Strength welcomed David Bercot to explore Paul’s most theologically foundational—but often divisive—book, Romans.Romans can be a difficult book to navigate. As a result, people have used Romans to teach wrong doctrines like salvation by faith alone. However, Bercot explains that if we keep in mind just three simple principles, Romans becomes a book that any Christian can
S2S Sisters: "The Power of Intercessory Prayer" by Marietta Yoder
April 4, 2026Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Marietta Yoder to discuss the power of intercessory prayer."The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much." —James 5:16Without prayer, ministry becomes a human effort that is like the vapor, shadow, grass. It will not last–only burn up. It becomes a burden-an idol.Prayer causes the work you are engaged in to be eternal. Pra
S2S Author Interview: "Conflict Arraigned" by Ryan Martin
Conflict is inevitable. It is a normal part of the human experience. The important question is: “Are we doing it well?”Dare to believe that we can be peacemakers in every situation and be called the children of God. You will be surprised at the outpouring of His blessing.BUY this book here: https://strengthtostrength.org/product/conflict-arraigned-ryan-martin/
"The Kingdom in Context of the Whole Scripture" by Paul Lamicela
April 11, 2026Strength to Strength welcomed Paul Lamicela to explore the place that the kingdom of God has within the Scripture.Sometimes we use “kingdom” as a buzzword, perhaps paired with a few prooftexts from the Gospels. But what did Jesus really mean when he proclaimed that the “kingdom of God” was at hand? Hint: we have to dig into the Old Testament to get the full picture. And doing so will
"Walk the Talk #9: Spotlight on Kingdom Work" by four brothers
March 28, 2026Strength to Strength welcomed four brothers to share about initiatives that they are involved in.The unsung heroes of Jesus’ kingdom are the faithful disciples who serve their Lord without fanfare or applause.Whether you are a warrior in secret prayer, a widow who casts in the last two mites, or a worker advancing the bleeding edge of the kingdom, you can rest assured that deeds of s
"Sacred Roots: How the Reformers Slipped in Soteriology" by Philip Hess
March 14, 2026Strength to Strength welcomed Philip Hess to critique the reformer’s views of soteriology.Did the Protestant Reformers restore the true Apostolic doctrine to the church? Or did they fall short of this goal? Join us as we talk about how the Reformation teaching of “faith alone” did not represent the New Testament’s picture of faith. To support “faith alone”, the Reformers had to promo
S2S Sisters: "The Power of Love: Evangelism" by Faith Zook
March 7, 2026Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Faith Zook to discuss practical evangelism.When was the last time I had a conversation with a total stranger? Does talking to the ungodly around us make me feel uncomfortable or do I feel energized by these conversations?In this talk, Faith will show through humor and stories how we can have the confidence to talk to others about the hope that lie
"Sacred Roots: Separation—a Swiss Brethren Article of Faith" by Edsel Burdge
February 28, 2026Strength to Strength welcomed Edsel Burdge to discuss the early Anabaptists’ understanding of separation.This message explores the roots of early Anabaptism, the 500th anniversary of believer’s baptism in Zurich (1525), and the Schleitheim Articles of 1527. Learn how Michael Sattler and the Swiss Brethren emphasized separation from the world, non-resistance, discipleship, and livi
"Sacred Roots: Faith at the Stake: Michael Sattler and the Cost of Discipleship" by Finny Kuruvilla
February 14, 2026Strength to Strength welcomed Finny Kuruvilla to share the story of Michael Sattler, a short life with an large impact.Who was Michael Sattler? This talk examines the life and thought of Michael Sattler within the context of the early 1500s, highlighting the Schleitheim Confession as a formative theological statement. Sattler’s witness and martyrdom illuminates the ethical and ecc
S2S Sisters: "The Power of a Well-Ordered Home" by Mariel Frost
February 7, 2026Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Mariel Frost to discuss what a home can offer when parents properly order their family.There is power in a well-ordered home. It serves as a platform for hospitality and a launchpad for ministry. It is a sanctuary of rest and a source of peace. A well-ordered home isn’t perfect or fancy, but it functions smoothly like a well-oiled machine. It p
S2S Books: "It's Not Your Business" by Gary Miller
How can business owners intentionally pursue the kingdom of God while using their resources wisely? Find ways to keep Christ at the center of your business in a materialistic world.Purchase this book here: https://strengthtostrength.org/product/its-not-your-business-gary-miller/https://strengthtostrength.org/its-not-your-business/
"Stewarding Your Story in 2026" by Ian Miller
January 24, 2026Strength to Strength welcomed Ian Miller to share how to seek Jesus’ kingdom first in 2026.Too often we sacrifice what’s most important on the altar of the urgent. With so much demanding our attention, how can we keep first things first?I want to take a look at Jesus’ life and learn how he stayed connected to and focused on His Father’s purpose for His life. Together we will explor
"Sacred Roots: Martyrs Only in the Past: What About Us?" by Stephan Gingerich
January 10, 2026Strength to Strength welcomed Stephan Gingerich to ask if we're willing to pay the ultimate price for our allegiance to Jesus.Thousands of courageous young men willingly gave their lives to defend the “cause of freedom” in the World Wars.Where are the men and women, young and old, who would willingly risk their lives for the cause of spiritual freedom today? Why aren’t we heari
Bonus Talk: "Business as Mission" by Gary Miller
January 8, 2026Extend Cafés invited Strength to Strength listeners to join them as they host author and thought-leader, Gary Miller, for a talk on business.How can business owners intentionally pursue the kingdom of God while using their resources wisely? Find ways to keep Christ at the center of your business in a materialistic world.This talk will highlight ideas shared in his book, “It’s Not Yo
"After the Shattering: Hope for Betrayal Trauma" by Shari Zook
January 3, 2026Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Shari Zook to discuss the toughest of struggles: betrayal.What does hope have to say about a husband’s sexual addiction? In this session, Shari will share the lies she internalized as a wife, and the truth God is writing in her heart about identity, freedom, and trust.She wants this to be a safe space where the focus is on Christ and his light.A
"Conditions and Responses for a Kingdom Renewal" by Saimir Braho
December 27, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed Saimir Braho to share what we need to be as the people of God to have the outcomes in the world that we hope for.How is it that the Kingdom of God seems to be hard to recognize these days, especially in Europe? Ecclesiastes reminds us: “Do not be amazed…there is nothing new under the sun.”Yet, there are still sparks of hope scattered throughout Europe
S2S Books: "A Great Nation: Rescuing Abraham from Dispensationalism" by Gregory Weaver
Gregory Weaver. Jesus told his Jewish audience, “Your father Abraham rejoiced to see My day, and he saw it and was glad.” What did Jesus imply with this statement?In this book, Gregory Weaver examines how Jesus and his apostles understood the promises made to Abraham. Rediscover the historic view of the promises to Abraham, and see how dispensationalism is exposed as a modern, errant innovation.BU
"Behind the Scenes: Kingdom Connect Europe, Seeker’s Café, S2S Books, Church Index, Sacred Roots, Caleb Summit" by S2S admin team
December 11, 2025On our 5-year anniversary, the admin team at S2S met virtually to have another Roundtable discussion.2025 has been a busy and productive year, as this discussion shows. Besides growing our current projects, we are expanding into some new territory.Check it out!The following links point to timestamps in YouTube:0:00 — Welcome and intro4:59 — Kingdom Connect Europe (website)12:43 —
"Sacred Roots: Q&A on Anabaptists’ Understanding of the Sacraments" by Dean Taylor
December 13, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed Dean Taylor for a Q&A on the sacraments.This Q&A follows Dean’s talk of November 8, 2025, “Sacred Roots: The Anabaptists, the Sacraments, and the Words of Jesus.” It is recommended you listen to that Talk prior to this Q&A.This Q&A specifically addresses questions submitted by our audience surrounding the Anabaptists’ understanding of
S2S Sisters: Author Interview: “New Books: Living Faithfully as Women” interview of Regina Rosenberry and Gina Martin
December 6, 2025Strength to Strength Sisters welcomes two authors to discuss their recent books.- "Every Girl's Journey" by Regina Rosenberry(https://strengthtostrength.org/product/every-girls-journey-regina-rosenberry/)- "She Shall Be Praised" by Gina Martin(https://strengthtostrength.org/product/she-shall-be-praised-gina-martin/)Also, mention of:- "Colossians: A Devotiona
S2S Author Interview: "Pablo Yoder Memoir: Reflections on His Life and Last Book" by two brothers
Two brothers who were closely connected to Pablo joined S2S Books for a conversation about his life, ministry and books. As you will hear, Pablo lived his life to the fullest and many were brought to the faith through his life, however, even with his passing, it can be said as the Hebrew writer said of Abel, “he being dead still speaks.” May God be gloried through this conversation.Pablo Yoder has
S2S Sisters: Bonus Talk: "A Hope-Filled Conversation on Addictions" by Janelle Glick & Karen Peachey
November 22, 2025Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Janelle Glick & Karen Peachey on this off-schedule meeting to join a panel discussion on breaking addictions.An interactive question-and-answer period follows.https://strengthtostrength.org/a-hope-filled-conversation-on-addictions/
"Christians and Politics: Charlie Kirk, Shane Claiborne, or Jesus?" by Micah Hozen
November 22, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Micah Hozen to share about the relationship of earthly politics and the kingdom of God.Christianity and politics, exploring whether Christians should engage in politics and voting. Jesus’ words, “My kingdom is not of this world,” form the theological foundation for this discussion. In what ways is the Kingdom of God fundamentally different from world
"Sacred Roots: The Anabaptists, the Sacraments, and the Words of Jesus" by Dean Taylor
Strength to Strength welcomes Dean Taylor for another episode on the Radical Reformation.In this episode of Strength to Strength, Dean Taylor revisits the Radical Reformation through the lens of the sacraments—Baptism and Communion—and challenges many of our modern assumptions about them. Too often, he argues, the early Anabaptists are dismissed as anti-sacramental. In reality, their vision was pr
S2S Sisters: "The Sisters’ Role in Intentional Church Life" by Crystal Johnson and Alyssa Wray
November 1, 2025Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Crystal Johnson and Alyssa Wray to help us rediscover the vital role of sisters in the Christian community.What are the roles and responsibilities of sisters in Christian community? Because women in many of our churches are not preaching at the Sunday gathering and are not in main leadership roles, it may feel as if their contributions are not
"Walk the Talk #8: Spotlight on Kingdom Work" by 4 brothers
October 25, 2025Strength to Strength hosts periodic Talks to spotlight Kingdom initiatives that can be an inspiration to others in the greater community of Jesus’ followers.Strength to Strength welcomed four brothers to share about initiatives that they are involved in.The unsung heroes of Jesus’ kingdom are the faithful disciples who serve their Lord without fanfare or applause.Whether you are a
"Sacred Roots: The Radical Reformation: A Model For Our Time" by Dean Taylor
October 11, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed Dean Taylor for a conversation on the Radical Reformation—that fascinating yet often misunderstood period that followed the medieval and magisterial reformations.Historians have sometimes described it as “the left wing of the Reformation,” suggesting that its participants, especially the Anabaptists, were radicals who discarded all tradition in pursuit
S2S Books Follow-up Interview: "Jesus and the Mennonites" by Hector Troyer
Hector Troyer. Get ready for a frank and honest look at the underside of today’s Anabaptist evangelism culture. We’ll talk about some pretty sacred stuff. Like… Is worldly Christianity’s view of a relationship with Jesus destroying the Mennonite understanding of the Gospel? Do we need to sacrifice New Testament holy living to fulfill the great commission? Should we be content to bicker and split a
"Two Nations Under God? Comparing the Competing Claims of Christian Nationalism versus the Kingdom of God" by Matthew Milioni
October 14, 2025Well of Life invites Strength to Strength listeners to join them as they host Matthew Milioni to discuss the American political landscape from a radically Christian perspective.As the United States continues to divide into increasingly polarized factions, there is a war raging to control the identity and meaning of words like: God, Nation, Christian, Freedom, and even Good and Evil
“Sacred Roots: The Radical Reformation: A Model for Our Time” by Dean Taylor
October 11, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed Dean Taylor for a conversation on the Radical Reformation—that fascinating yet often misunderstood period that followed the medieval and magisterial reformations.Historians have sometimes described it as “the left wing of the Reformation,” suggesting that its participants, especially the Anabaptists, were radicals who discarded all tradition in pursuit
S2S Sisters: "For We Are Temples" by Christina Baer
October 4, 2025Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Christina Baer to discuss a common, but underappreciated, phrase from the Bible.Scripture says that our bodies are temples and the Spirit of God dwells in us. This phrase can get tossed around quite a bit, but what does it mean for us Christian women? How should we conduct ourselves inwardly, outwardly and spiritually?Please join us as I discuss
S2S Sisters: "Living Strategically to Honor God: My Journey of Faith" by Sarah Knapp
Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Sarah Knapp to share her testimony.Sarah’s deepest longing, and life’s ultimate aim, is to honor God and live intentionally for the advancement of His kingdom. Sarah doesn’t offer her story as a model of perfection, but hopes that in sharing some of her journey – both strengths and failures, we can be drawn closer to Christ.Some consistent themes in Sarah’s wa
"Salt & Light" financial stewardship course (interview 3)
Salt & Light is a Bible-based financial teaching course to help you demonstrate God’s kingdom locally. It helps you discover how to become better stewards of God’s resources and actively engage with your local community, church, and youth.SALT reaches out globally to people in material poverty in dozens of countries through savings groups, agricultural development, microloans, and vocational t
S2S Sisters: "Becoming Women of Discernment" by Susan Schlabach
Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Susan Schlabach to answer the question: How do we become women who make wise choices in the marketplace of life?Eve showed us that as women we are vulnerable to the voices out there. What happened at Eden also shows that even when we lack discernment, we have influence.To know truth is to be attentive to God. This search is not so much the pursuit of an idea,
"Sacred Roots: Panel discussion Q&A on church history" by four panelists
July 26, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed a group of four panelists to answer your hardest questions on church history.This Q&A is not limited to specific topics discussed in our Sacred Roots series, but is limited to questions of church history in the first 1500 years.During this Talk, David Anderson was asked for recommended reading for non-scholars who wish to get into the early church. Hi
"Sacred Roots: Setting the Stage for the Reformation" by Stephen Russell
July 12, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss the events and background that led up to the Reformation.The Reformation was an earthquake preceded by a thousand tremors. In this Talk, we will now look at numerous factors which were significant in setting the stage for the Protestant Reformation (1517–1648). First we will look at a number of people and events, roughly chronol
S2S Sisters: "Personal Bible Study" by Carol Nisly
Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Carol Nisly to share about cultivating meaningful personal Bible Study."He to whom the Eternal Word speaketh is delivered from a multitude of opinions." —Thomas à KempisI find there is no shortage of opinions on most any topic under the sun, and many of them leave me anxious. With Simon Peter, I say, “Lord, You have the words of life.”While the amount
"Sacred Roots: Canonization of the New Testament" by Philip Hess
June 28, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed Philip Hess to discuss the canonization of the New Testament.Christians believe that the New Testament is not only a trustworthy record of historical events in the first first century but the inspired revelation of God’s Son and his new covenant with mankind. But how did we get the New Testament? How do we know that it is inspired? How do we know that we
"Sacred Roots: Monasticism: Holiness and the Communal Rhythm of Life" by David Anderson
Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson for a discussion of what monasticism contributes to a holistic and healthy life.In its best form, monasticism was a form of resistance: not just against compromise in the church, but against hurry, distraction, and disordered desire in the soul.This episode explores the history of monasticism and what it offers today: not escape, but attention; not perf
S2S Sisters: "Discipling Our Children Through Homeschooling" by four homeschooling mothers
Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed four homeschooling mothers to share about their experience in their children’s formal education.Can we effectively disciple our children through homeschooling? Join four experienced homeschooling moms for an interactive discussion on topics like academics, sustainability, structure and resources. There will be a time for you to share your questions. Come prepa
"Sacred Roots: Nature of the Church: 'Assembly of the Saints' vs. 'Hospital for Sinners'" by David Anderson
May 24, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the nature of the church.What kind of community did Jesus intend the church to be? Is it a place for the pure or the penitent – a gathering of the saints or a hospital for sinners? These questions are just as much alive for us today as they were in the time of the apostles. Join us as we explore how the Church has wrestled with th
Bonus Talk: "My Journey from the Navy to a Kingdom Warrior" by Luke Tiroly
Strength to Strength welcomed Luke Tiroly to share his testimony of life-changing shift of allegiances.In this presentation, Luke shares his testimony on how he went from desiring to kill for the government to wanting to serve Jesus and advance God’s kingdom.An interactive question-and-answer period follows.Resources:Document: CO letters by Luke TirolyYouTube: “It’s Just War—Should Christians Figh
"A Quiet Resistance: Beyond the Status Quo" by Bryant Martin
Strength to Strength welcomed Bryant Martin to discuss the unlikely way to change the world.We all want to be part of changing the world but let’s be real, many things—the world, the flesh and the devil, a.k.a., tech, tiredness and toys—can threaten this dream and make it seem distant and dull. How do we cut through the noise and stay true to our values?We will dive into three mindsets that can ma
S2S Sisters: "Being Effective Women in Ministry for God’s Honor and Glory" by Tara Foster
Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Tara Foster to share her experiences sharing the Gospel on a college campus.In this Talk, Tara explores various aspects of what it means to be a woman in ministry as an older single. We will talk about relational boundaries, respect for authority, and our own soul’s needs.Tara’s perspective will focus on how this looks on American soil and in an academic setti
"Salt & Light" financial stewardship course (interview 2)
Salt & Light is a Bible-based financial teaching course to help you demonstrate God’s kingdom locally. It helps you discover how to become better stewards of God’s resources and actively engage with your local community, church, and youth.SALT reaches out globally to people in material poverty in dozens of countries through savings groups, agricultural development, microloans, and vocational t
"Sacred Roots: Sacred Roots: Medieval Europe: The Dark Ages, or…?" by Stephen Russell
Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss the church during the medieval period.Medieval Europe is often seen as the Dark Ages. It was a time of great changes and turmoil. G. K. Chesterton, referring to that period, wrote in Orthodoxy, "The Church was the only thing that ever brought us out of [the Dark Ages]."Join us as we discuss the church in the medieval period, an era l
“Understanding the Current Conflict in Gaza” by Ryan Grove
Strength to Strength welcomed Ryan Grove to discuss the ongoing conflict in Gaza.The current conflict in Israel and Gaza gets large amounts of attention by many people who have very different viewpoints. We recognize and mourn the ongoing and recent human suffering by the inhabitants of these lands that are full of history and religious significance. We will look at some history and the viewpoints
S2S Sisters: "God's Purposes for Singleness" by Jennifer Miller
April 5, 2025Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Jennifer Miller to discuss how singleness can be a blessing.Sometimes we get the message that a woman most truly fulfills her purpose as a woman when she is in the role of wife and mother. A more robust understanding of God’s purpose for marriage, however, reveals that both singleness and marriage are intended to showcase God’s plan for His relati
"Sacred Roots: Trinity and Christology – part 2" by David Anderson
March 22, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the church’s development in understanding who Jesus is.Is the Trinity just an abstract doctrine? Why did early Christians fight so hard to define who Jesus is? In this two-part episode, David Anderson breaks down the Trinity and Christology in simple terms showing how they are not just abstract ideas but central to our salvation
"Sacred Roots: Trinity and Christology – part 1" by David Anderson
March 22, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the church’s development in understanding who Jesus is.Is the Trinity just an abstract doctrine? Why did early Christians fight so hard to define who Jesus is? In this two-part episode, David Anderson breaks down the Trinity and Christology in simple terms showing how they are not just abstract ideas but central to our salvation
"Sacred Roots: Beyond the West: How Africa Shaped Christianity" by Twijjukye Anan
Strength to Strength welcomed Anan Twijjukye to share an underappreciated historical reality: western Christianity has deep roots in Africa.Christianity is often labeled a “Western export” to Africa. However, long before European missionaries arrived, African communities had embraced Christianity for centuries, forging movements and shaping a faith that transcends geography. This talk reclaims tha
S2S Sisters: "Never Alone: My Testimony" by Manya Hozen
Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Manya Hozen to share her testimony.Join in on the story of God’s faithfulness in my life even yet while I fell, failed, feared, fought, and fled in ignorance. He ultimately brought me to the place of fidelity and faithfulness.An interactive question-and-answer period follows.
"Sacred Roots: Development of the Relationship Between Church and State" by Stephen Russell
February 22, 2025 Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss how the apostolic church’s original stance towards their earthly nation shifted over time.The first 300 years of the Church’s existence were marked by distrust and persecution of the Church by the Roman Empire. The next twelve centuries reveal an ever-closer entanglement of Church and State in western Europe (the core of Ch
Bonus Talk: "Walk the Talk #7: Spotlight on Kingdom Work" by six brothers
February 15, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed six brothers to discuss what their lives look like being a disciple of Jesus.The unsung heroes of Jesus’ kingdom are the faithful disciples who serve their Lord without fanfare or applause.Whether you are a warrior in secret prayer, a widow who casts in the last two mites, or a worker advancing the bleeding edge of the kingdom, you can rest assured th
"Sacred Roots: Practical Distinctives of the Early Church" by David Anderson
February 11, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the uniqueness of the Early Church.The early church “turned the world upside down” (Acts 17:6) through their lives, teaching, and witness. This talk explores the practical distinctives of the early church from the New Testament era to the fourth century with a special focus on the nature of the church meeting, attitudes towar
S2S Sisters: "Biblical Headship" by Mary Ann Brechbill
Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Mary Ann Brechbill to share insights she’s learned.Discover how to use the power of influence in your role as a woman, and allow your position as a woman in Christ to grow you personally and spiritually. Experience the beauty, freedom, and power found in embracing Biblical Headship.An interactive question-and-answer period follows.
"Sacred Roots: Neo-gnosticism: Today’s Most Serious Threat to the Church" by Stephen Russell
January 25, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss Gnosticism and its effects.God has told us in the first two chapters of Genesis about the world he has made. It has a spiritual and a physical aspect. And, it is all good. But in the early days of the church there were those who rejected the truth, only saw the spiritual as good, and yet considered themselves Christians.An in
"Sacred Roots: Gnosticism: The First Serious Threat to the Church" by Stephen Russell
January 25, 2025Strength to Strength welcomed Stephen Russell to discuss Gnosticism and its effects.God has told us in the first two chapters of Genesis about the world he has made. It has a spiritual and a physical aspect. And, it is all good. But in the early days of the church there were those who rejected the truth, only saw the spiritual as good, and yet considered themselves Christians.An in
S2S Books: "If Anyone Would Follow Me" by John Coblentz
John Coblentz. Five hundred years ago, a group of seekers determined to follow the call of Christ in the Scriptures without regard to the cost. As they followed the New Testament pattern of repentance, baptism, and surrender to the Spirit, a believers’ church was born. In the years that followed, the commitment to follow Christ supremely was tested by pressures both within the church and from with
"Counting the Cost: The True Call to Follow Jesus" by Sam Baer
Strength to Strength welcomed Sam Baer to discuss crossbearing.What has it cost you to be a disciple of Jesus? Are you willing to make the sacrifice? What did Jesus mean when he asked us to bear our cross?We readily agree that Jesus has asked us to bear our cross but are we willing to clarify what that means?Jesus not only calls us to bear our cross; He offers the resources needed and great reward
S2S Books: "The Victor's Crown of Glory" by Dorcas Hoover and John Samara
Dorcas Hoover. The Victor’s Crown of Glory takes the reader to the frontlines of the battle in the Middle East where God’s miraculous power is displayed in the midst of evil. Stories of God at work in the 21st Century feel as if they come straight from the book of Acts. Gripping accounts showcase daring, modern day heroes of the faith risking all to follow Jesus in the face of radical ISIS terrori
S2S Sisters: "Living Well in an Urban Setting" by Marlene Nisly
Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Marlene Nisly to share about the blessings and challenges of living in a population center like New York City.Having grown up in rural Pennsylvania and now living in Brooklyn, NY, for nearly twenty-five years, Marlene will talk about the call and the challenge to live well as followers of Jesus, with specific focus on an urban setting.An interactive question-a
“Sacred Roots: Why Study Church History” by David Anderson
December 28, 2024 Strength to Strength welcomed David Anderson to discuss the value church history is to our lives today.We are the product of, not only our reading of scripture, but two millenia of church history that has shaped our culture and experience. Only by knowing the past can we be informed to chart a way forward.Skeptics of the value of church history are encouraged to bring their harde
"Salt & Light" financial stewardship course (interview 1)
Salt & Light is a Bible-based financial teaching course to help you demonstrate God’s kingdom locally. It helps you discover how to become better stewards of God’s resources and actively engage with your local community, church, and youth.SALT reaches out globally to people in material poverty in dozens of countries through savings groups, agricultural development, microloans, and vocational t
"Sacred Roots: The Book of Acts: Descriptive or Prescriptive?" by Finny Kuruvilla
Strength to Strength welcomed Finny Kuruvilla to reexamine the record of the church as recorded in Acts.Is the book of Acts an historical account which is not intended to be repeated? Or is it supposed to be the template for the Christian life? This talk will explore this age-old question and make a biblically grounded proposal.An interactive question-and-answer period follows.https://strengthtost
"Sacred Roots: The Book of Acts: The Kingdom of God Fills the Earth" by Finny Kuruvilla
December 14, 2024Strength to Strength welcomed Finny Kuruvilla to explore how, and more importantly, why the earliest church flourished.One of the themes of the Jesus’ preaching was the kingdom of God. In the book of Acts, we watch as the kingdom of God expands throughout the Roman empire. This talk will explore the biblical theology of the book of Acts and practical principles of the kingdom.An i
S2S Sisters: "Navigating the Journey of Grief" -Panel Discussion
December 7, 2024Strength to Strength Sisters welcomed Gina Martin, Laura Smucker, and Delphine Martin for a panel discussion to share about lessons that walking through grief can teach us.Can life ever be good again after devastating loss? What questions should I be asking God about the valley I have experienced? How can I look outward in my muddled state? Join us for this panel discussion on Navi
S2S Roundtable: "S2S Books Anniversary, Europe Conference ’25, Salt & Light, and Creel Café"
On the one-year anniversary of S2S Books, the Strength to Strength team met to discuss the latest news and updates.Sam is headed to Europe in 2025, leading a new initiate called “Kingdom Connect,” which is an effort to bring together European kingdom Christians.S2S Books is collaborating with the Salt team from Christian Aid Ministries to bring new Salt & Light courses to the market.Joining us
S2S Books: “A Great Nation: Rescuing Abraham from Dispensationalism” by Gregory Weaver
Gregory Weaver. Jesus told his Jewish audience, “Your father Abraham rejoiced to see My day, and he saw it and was glad.” What did Jesus imply with this statement?In this book, Gregory Weaver examines how Jesus and his apostles understood the promises made to Abraham. Rediscover the historic view of the promises to Abraham, and see how dispensationalism is exposed as a modern, errant innovation.ht
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