One Little Candle

One Little Candle

Christian, do you feel that you aren‘t equipped enough to make a valuable, lasting impact in God‘s kingdom? Don‘t believe the lie! As Christians, we are the light of the world, Jesus says, and He tells us not to hide our lights but to let them shine.The world is growing darker by the hour and now more than ever, God‘s people need to have the light of God‘s truth burning bright within them. Here at One Little Candle podcast, you‘ll find a variety of topics that will encourage, empower, and inspire you to be the light that God has called you to be by contending for the faith that God has entrusted to His people so that we may pass down, un-defiled, the truth of God‘s infallible word to the next generation. As God‘s people, we all have a purpose and responsibility in advancing God‘s kingdom; standing for truth. When each of us, as a candle in God‘s kingdom, come together in unity and truth, a great light burns bright and dispels the darkness!*Encouraging/inspirational stories and testimonies*Spiritual warfare *Cultural issues*Special GuestsStop by every Monday for a brand new episode; some on the lighthearted side and some that tackle life‘s most controversial and challenging subjects. After all, isn‘t that what our Christian walk entails? A little of both?Rebecca Berschwinger is the creator and host of One Little Candle Christian Podcast. Several years ago, Rebecca responded to God‘s call to go forth and empower and encourage believers to know not just what they believe, but why they believe and to stand firm in God‘s transcendent truths. She has had the privilege of teaching Christian Worldview classes to high-schoolers along with creating and teaching Bible studies to the male and female inmates at her local county jail. She has served as a crisis pregnancy counselor for the Alpha Pregnancy Center and most recently as a Discipleship Coach for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.Along with studying Systemic Theology and for her certificate in Christian Apologetics, Rebecca enjoys her role as a wife, mom of four, and Nana to seven precious grandchildren. In addition to spending time with her family, Rebecca also enjoys reading, writing, creating Christian t-shirts, camping, and gardening.

Episodes

April 23, 2024 32 mins
The dramatic saga intensifies in chapters 4 to 7 of the Book of Esther. Tune in as we explore a night of royal restlessness that shifts the fate of Mordecai, witness Haman's fall from arrogance to humiliation, and marvel at Esther's bravery as she orchestrates a banquet that turns into Haman's downfall – all under the watchful, though unseen, hand of Providence. As we recount Esther's peril and Haman's ill-fated schemes, we are r...
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In this episode (105), we begin an intriguing study of the first 3 chapters of the book of Esther. We'll explore profound themes of justice, God's underlying sovereignty, and how even in seemingly chaotic times, there's Divine purpose at work. We also look at how we can draw parallels to today's challenges, urging trust and hope in the face of adversity. From Esther's courage, Mordecai's wisdom, to Haman's downfall, Esther remind...
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Join us as we delve into the heart of the purpose of church with Andrew Rappaport and members of the Christian Podcast Community.  We'll discuss moving beyond the walls and steeples to the call of gathering, equipping and taking the gospel out into the world while confronting sobering truths about modern perceptions of the church and concerns about our priorities in ministering both to believers and unbelievers alike.   Episode 104...
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In today's episode (104) , we'll take a look at how in a world of both comfort and discomfort, we find hope in knowing that God is unchanging and faithful. As we approach Good Friday and Easter, we reflect on the immense sacrifice and the ultimate victory of Jesus. Through the darkest moments, we are reminded that God can turn bitter into sweet and that Sunday is coming. The message of redemption and grace carries us through, offer...
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Today's powerful episode (103), is the second part of our heart-to-heart interview with Laura Perry. In this episode, we continue the deeply moving story of Laura's transformative journey from living as a transgender man back to embracing her God-given feminine identity. Today, Laura opens up about her profound conversations with God, her struggle with her past identity, and her powerful testimony detailed in her must-read book, "T...
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Today's episode (102) is a profound tale of transformation featuring Laura Perry, who, joined by her husband, Perry Smalts,  shares her intense journey from grappling with gender identity and spiritual darkness to a place of healing and faith. Laura shares her struggle and quest for identity, her  battle with demonic oppression, as well as her eye-opening return to the church she once rejected and deemed intolerant and the accepta...
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In today's episode (101) of One Little Candle, we'll explore the controversial "He Gets Us" campaign, an ambitious endeavor with a staggering $100 million funding aimed at rebranding Jesus for today's younger generations.  As we wade through the narratives and outreach efforts of this movement—from its use of secular media strategies to its misrepresentation of today's contentious societal issues—we examine: The portrayal of Jesu...
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In this pivotal 100th episode,  host, Rebecca Berschwinger, brings to a close the enlightening series refuting the popular yet misleading book "Soul Boom. Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution." Standing firm in the truth of the Scriptures, she dissects the author's vision of utopia—a world where religious boundaries blur into a unified theory which outright ignore the reality of sin and mankind's fallen nature.  The author's idea of...
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In this episode (99), host, Rebecca Berschwinger tackles chapters 8 and 9 of Rainn Wilson's book, where she dismantles the proposed principles of Soul Boom, the Religion, using God's Word. Topics include: - The authors rejection of the doctrine of hell and eternal punishment  -Soul Boom's creation of moral guidelines without God   -Patriarchy and leadership roles and the idea that all interpretations of holy writings are valid a...
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In this episode (98), Rebecca delves deep into Chapter 7,  challenging the core teachings of various religions and emphasizing  the uniqueness of Christianity. The episode raises thought-provoking discussions on the foundations of faith,  a higher power, moral compass, and the power of love across different spiritual traditions, answering the question, "Can the "commonalities" of differing religions bring unity and peace?" https:...
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Is spirituality the new religion?  Join host, Rebecca Berschwinger, as she  delves deep into the book "Soul Boom, Why We Need A Spiritual Revolution" by Rainn Wilson, and challenges  the concept of a new-age approach to spirituality and its implications.  Wilson presents an alternative to traditional religion rooted in Baha'i beliefs, Buddhism, and Native American spirituality. But is this the answer to a deeper connection with the...
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Episode 96. Many, including those within the Christian community, are becoming increasingly weary as the death toll in Gaza rises,  resulting in increasing calls for a ceasefire. In this episode,  Rebecca responds to one such call from within the Christian community and shares her thoughts on the subject of a ceasefire. Discussion Points Contrast between living in certain parts of the world and daily reality of missile strikes...
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One Little Candle  Episode 94 In today's episode, titled "Israel. From Exodus to Triumph: Unveiling Miracles, Conflict, and Divine Intervention in the Promised Land," we will be providing you with the amazing story of the incredible journey of the nation of Israel through Amir Tsarfati's teaching, "The Miracle Called Israel." From biblical times to modern-day events,  miraculous moments have shaped this remarkable nation.  Join u...
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Special Edition Episode. The latest updates on the war in Israel; a personal and biblical perspective and how you can fight alongside Israel from where you're at. TIME STAMPED OVERVIEW 00:00:01] Special edition podcast addressing war in Israel [00:03:01] Our spiritual connection with Israel. [00:07:38] Imagining the horror. [00:08:10] Brave couple hides twins, shoots terrorists, dies. [00:16:01] Facebook took down video, comments,...
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In this episode(93), we finish up addressing the fallacies in chapter 4, The Notorious G.O.D. Including: *Exploring the complex nature of God and the various ways people perceive and worship Him. * Challenging unbiblical notions of God * Exploring the role of hypocrisy within religious communities. * The powerful impact of trials and suffering * The enduring friendship of Jesus * The importance of living as a positive example i...
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In this chapter of the book Soul Boom, Author, Rainn Wilson, presents a negative portrayal of the God of the Old Testament, describing Him as an anthropomorphized entity who occasionally flies into rages, can be vindictive and violent, and who is narcissistically obsessed with people bowing down and worshipping Him. While these claims are commonly echoed in secular media and atheistic books, it's essential to examine the contex...
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Actor and author, Rainn Wilson says that what is wrong with this world and the answers we need are spiritual in nature and that humanity's only hope is a spiritual revolution. But are the "solutions" he's suggesting really what this lost world needs or are they a part of the problem? In this episode(#90): Jesus not the only "Divine manifestation?" Blending truth and untruth Accountability to God The futility of moralism Denyi...
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We've all heard about the miracles of Jesus. But did they really happen? Or are they instead spiritual in meaning only? Episode #89 Time Stamp 00:02:20 Why a spiritual revolution is necessary. 00:05:21 Miracles not significant; proofs only for present. 00:07:24 Outward miracles hold little importance in reality. 00:12:19 Luke wrote Gospel, moved by Holy Ghost. 00:14:41 Eyewitnesses confirm Jesus's life, miracles, and truth. 00:1...
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In today's episode Rebecca begins the process of examining author Rainn Wilson's book, Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution. Does the man behind the Office's Dwight Schrute offer a correct spiritual solution when it comes to important societal issues, the breakdowns in society, and the future of humanity? Included discussions: The Office, the concept of spirituality, the Baha'i religion, Universalism, the belief in prog...
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Welcome to the first episode of One Little Candle's monthly special edition, Making Sense With Gen Z. In this episode, we tackle the ever-relevant topic of gender identity and the challenges that come with it for the Christian. My generation Z co-host and I, will have a thought-provoking conversation as we explore the nuances of pronouns and the shared space of language, addressing the question of how we can embrace truth and ...
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