Ambassadors in Chains: Recent Episodes
Shane Reuther
Ambassadors in Chains was created by Shane Reuther and Dan Doktor to expand the body of Christ. Each podcast views a chosen subject through the lens of scripture, in an attempt to lead as many people as possible to salvation in Jesus Christ. The name, Ambassadors in Chains comes from Ephesians 6:20. In prison, The Apostle Paul states that even while in chains he is an ambassador for God, boldly proclaiming the mystery of The Gospel. Our prison, and our chains, are not visible. But, they are most certainly there. And we boldly proclaim the mystery of The Gospel of Jesus Christ. We discuss social subjects, politics, technology, and media, with an occasional guest or two. Come join us…
This show is a continuation of last weeks podcast about the brutal and unprovoked attack by Hamas on Israel. We talk about what a possible solution to this conflict might be, and whether or not the results of that solution would be a benefit to both sides.
This is a special episode covering the despicable attack on Israel by Hamas. We get into some of the history of the region and the conflicts that occur there. We also discuss Biblical history and the meaning behind it. Join us as we cover the war in Israel.
In this episode we discuss how to avoid the traps and ideals associated with postmodernism.
Postmodernism is an intellectual stance or mode of discourse characterized by skepticism toward the "grand narratives" of modernism; rejection of epistemic (scientific) certainty or the stability of meaning; and sensitivity to the role of ideology in maintaining political power. Claims to objectivity are dismissed as naive realism with attention drawn to the conditional nature of knowledge claims within particular historical, political, and cultural discourses. The postmodern outlook is characterized by self-referentiality, epistemological relativism, moral relativism, pluralism, irony, irreverence, and eclecticism it rejects the "universal validity" of binary oppositions, stable identity, hierarchy, and categorization. The multiple tenants of postmodernism have slowly integrated themselves into our faith as Christians! Into our churches, our doctrine, and our very lives! This must change if we are to be truly sanctified.
Another addition to our series discussing the book "Out of Egypt" by Rusty Fennell. In this episode Shane and Rusty talk about the cultures that develop in bondage and how these cultures effect people who are in early recovery.
So many people are uneducated when it comes to these cultures, and it's this lack of knowledge that more times than not cause people in early recovery to slide back into bondage. The message in this podcast is one of the most important in our shows to date, and it's because so many people who are not actually in recovery, but dealing with, or providing care for someone who is in recovery don't possess this extremely important knowledge. Please listen as we unpack this crucial episode!
As we dig deeper into Rusty’s book “Out of Egypt” we move from the discussion on “Loss of Thinking” in our last episode, to “Loss of Trust” in this episode. These are two central components that are lost in addiction. The loss of trust is something that begins to take shape early in the life of the addict. It usually begins in the home where early fundamental development processes that are considered standard conditions in the evolution of the advancement of every human being, are undermined. The results of this betrayal to a developing mind is unfortunately, and very frequently, addiction. This developmental corruption becomes so deeply ingrained that it takes considerable effort to reverse. The general response to this type of conditioning is that “the world is a dangerous place” and that “no one can take care of me, but me” pushing the individual into a life-long perspective of not being able to trust those that reach out to help them. This, of course makes assisting someone who is suffering in addiction difficult to emancipate. It is also why the power of Jesus Christ is crucial to the process of a person becoming free from their addiction. Rusty’s book, “Out of Egypt” enlightens these elements, and helps communicate a better understanding of this plight.
In this eoisode, we talk about how our choices shape our values, beliefs, and our decision making process. We also talk about what happens when our choices are taken away. In addiction, it's not the addict who is making the decisions, they are being made by his drug of choice instead of him/herself. The loss of being able to make decisions and healthy choices must be re-learned by the addict once he becomes free of his addiction. This process takes time and a strong will to overcome.
Just as the Israelites moved from bondage to freedom in the promised land, addicts are on a similar journey. The characteristics of bondage, whether physical or drug related, are similar, as are the characteristics of recovery. In this episode we talk about Rusty's book that draws on the Exodus story of bondage, the process of deliverance, and most importantly, the necessity of the wilderness to prepare the Israelites for life in the promised land. Comparisons throughout this journey can be seen in the men and women who struggle with addiction in helping them and their family members understand the dynamics of addiction, its bondage, deliverance, and the all important "wilderness journey" to help them live in the promised land as well. Join us as we discuss the details of the book and how the "wilderness journey" may possibly help deliver you or someone that you love from the difficult and misunderstood clutches of addiction.
In this episode we discuss the context with which Jesus spoke to people during the time of his ministry on earth. Jesus never found himself at a loss for words, and what he said always had deep meaning that either hammered home a deliberate point. Or he spoke in parables that always had contextual meaning to the times in which he lived.
His words conveyed exceptional theological principles with precise theory designed to outmaneuver the religious leaders of the day.
In this episode we discuss the historical reliability of The Gospel. We use three events and specific time periods and key dates in history as anchor points to tie down some truths about The Gospel. Join us as we push further into the series of The Gospel of Jesus Christ.
In this episode we continue the discussion on the crucifixion of Jesus. We'll get into the significance of the cross, and explain the reason why Jesus died upon a cross, and not in some other of the many ways that people were murdered by the Romans at that point in history. To report the facts in this episode, we rely on scripture, historical data, and the words of some of the historians of the day. Join us as we dive a little deeper into the crucifixion of our Lord and Savior.
This episode on crucifixion will be delivered in two parts. Part one will detail the history of crucifixion and its uses within the Roman Empire. We will also talk about some of the physical aspects, effects on the human body, the political attributes behind the idea of crucifixion, and the techniques that were developed over time. Crucifixion was the most brutal form of execution ever invented by man, and the Romans perfected it into an art-form. The extreme, absolute limit of suffering is what crucifixion was, and that is what our Savior endured for us. Join us as we reveal the details of this dreadful practice that was put into use well before the year 400 BC.
This episode begins a series on the historical Jesus. We discuss the historical truth about the resurrection of Jesus after his crucifixion on the cross. Join us as we get into the details of what historical documents, eyewitnesses, and the scriptures say about what happened after Jesus was put to death on the cross. Over hundreds of years there have been scholars and theologians who have invented ideas that attempt to refute the proven fact that Jesus died, was buried, and rose again. Exposing those false claims for the lies that they are is the main focus of this episode. Also, as we explain at the beginning of the show, we are welcoming a new co-host to the show, Pastor Rusty Fennell.
In this episode Dan will give his personal testimony. He tell's us what his life was like before he was saved by Christ, how he came to know our savior, and how it has effected his life up until present day. Join us in what is sure to be an exciting episode! It is always exciting to hear a person's transformation from lost to saved.
The first episode of 2023 season 2 of Ambassadors in Chains. In this episode we discuss the importance of prayer. We will also cover some of what we plan to have on the upcoming episodes for 2023. Join us as we dive into a new year with Christ, and discover the power and glory of The King!
In this episode, we get together with Pastor David Nelson who is the senior pastor at Jay Valley Baptist Church in Longview Texas. Tonight we finalize our two-episode series "Attack On The Family." Pastor Nelson brings sharp insight to the show, with his keen intellect and years of experience pastoring families. The Christian family is under direct attack in America! We must turn to Jesus if these families are going to be saved.
In this episode, we discuss the Satanic attack on the family in the United States. The enemy knows that if he can wreck the Christian Family, then he can steal, kill, and destroy much easier. Join us as we talk about how the devil wants to keep you and your family as far from Christ as he possibly can.
This is a follow-up to the last podcast. We cover some more information on what is going on in the world. Some of the nefarious entities in the world may be out to cause harm to the general populous, especially members of the body of Christ! We certainly don't know it all, but we are trying to shed some light on what we have discovered. Our podcast is just a place to start, do your own research!
Join us as we bring information about the agenda of the enemy! In this episode, we bring you some information that we have researched dealing with what we believe to be a strategy designed to ultimately destroy the human race! In spite of what the adversary would have you think, it is his objective to wreck you before you have a chance to learn and understand the truth! Listen as we deliver this message that is intended to spark your interest in God's word, and cast a spotlight on the plans of the evil one.
Coming off of our two-part series on deception, we move into the evils of witchcraft. Our world is thick with this abomination to God, and it's no accident that we are releasing this episode in time for Halloween. Kick back and listen as we guide you through some eye-opening information about what we consider to be the most dangerous scourge to both humanity and the body of Christ!
In this episode, we shine some more light on Satan's deception of the human race. Join us as we dive a little deeper into the craftiness of the enemy of man, and the father of lies.
In this episode, we discuss the origin and effects of satan's deception of the human race. We dive into what scripture says about this trickery, and how Jesus warns us what to look for. It's up to us to search the word of God and learn how to discern the many ways in which we are deceived. This trechery is hidden, secret, and mysterious. We must be vigilant in watching for these deceptions, and we pray that this podcast helps you discover the subterfuge found in modern media, and even churches and pastors.
In this episode, we get into 2 Timothy and talk a bit about what is going on in this important book of the Bible. And how it impacts the world that we live in, and our Christian walk. Join us as we dive in and learn what the Apostle Paul was talking about in this intimate letter to Timothy.
Welcome to our first podcast! In this episode we discuss who we are and make our introductions to you, our beloved audience. This episode is not easy to describe, as it is our first attempt. So, please excuse the nerves, and the bad editing as we will get better! I promise! But please enjoy! And we very much hope that you get something from it. We will be adding a platform of interaction with you all very soon. We are planning call-ins’, voicemail, email, etc.
So, stay tuned! And God bless you all! In Jesus name…