Unitarian Christian Alliance
88 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsThe Trinity doctrine is perplexing. Many Christians prefer explicit Scriptures on the one God over catholic creeds. Mark Cain explores living as a lower-case-u unitarian amid a trinitarian majority with insights and stories from unorthodox guests.
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35. The Spirit of Error
September 29, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MBTwo sides of a curious coin—right doctrine with wrong spirit, and wrong doctrine with right spirit. Can any sense be made of these possibilities? OPENING REMARKS Appreciation for guests, pronouncing "error," one error in three persons, and mystical grammar. CLOSING REMARKS Reassurances about talking to Mark at the UCA conference, Dana from Pennsylvania comes up for air between episodes 26 and 27, and rub off some spirit kindness. RESOURCES Episode 31. Behind the Scenes - Brandon ...
34. My Homeschooling Nail-biter - Amanda Dunn (Part 2)
September 22, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MBThis was not how it was supposed to happen. A "Statement of Faith" navigation goes awry. CLOSING REMARKS Words from Paul in Georgia, Jackie in Ireland, and Amanda in Idaho The 2021 UCA Conference, Oct. 15-17 Episode 26. Road Trip & Late Night Christology - Eric Miller God's Death - A Counterfactual Historical Reconstruction (the puppet show) RESOURCES Episode 6. Working at the Colson Center - Anna Brown Classical Conversations, homeschooling program Biblical Unitarian wikip...
33. My Trinitarian Best Friend - Amanda Dunn
September 15, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 78.2 MBWhat if revealing your unitarian faith might cost you your most treasured friendship, and what if it flourished instead? OPENING REMARKS This podcast is not *for* Trinitarians Episode 1. The Perilous Trinity Deep Dive, UCA podcast Opinions do vary Do not try this at home Mythological equestrian creature CLOSING REMARKS Notes from Justin in Florida and PJ in Tennessee The 2021 UCA Conference, Oct. 15-17 UCA Membership Map The UCA Podcast email subscription list Stephan...
33. My Trinitarian Best Friend - Amanda Dunn (Part 1)
September 15, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 78.2 MBWhat if revealing your unitarian faith might cost you your most treasured friendship, and what if it flourished instead? OPENING REMARKS This podcast is not *for* Trinitarians Episode 1. The Perilous Trinity Deep Dive, UCA podcast Opinions do vary Do not try this at home Mythological equestrian creature CLOSING REMARKS Notes from Justin in Florida and PJ in Tennessee The 2021 UCA Conference, Oct. 15-17 UCA Membership Map The UCA Podcast email subscription list Stephan...
32. Negotiating with Trinitarians - John Lawson
September 01, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBHow a Torah observant Christian seeking a first century faith learned wisdom from a hostage negotiator. CLOSING REMARKS The UCA Podcast YouTube channel, closed captioning for hearing impaired, a request for a consult, prepping for the UCA conference, Hector's excitement to be attending the UCA conference, behind the scenes of my episode emails, and a clip of one of John's videos. RESOURCES The Truman Show BiblicalUnitarian.com Restitutio podcast, Sean Finnegan One God Report po...
31. Behind the Scenes - Brandon Duke Interviews Mark Cain
August 18, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MBMy motivations, machinations, and mission—Brandon Duke interviews Mark Cain about his podcasting pursuits. OPENING REMARKS Adding yourself to the UCA map and my inner thoughts about today’s guest host. CLOSING REMARKS Teaching a podcasting workshop, your possible interest in starting a podcast, your possible disinterest in starting one, podcast varieties, Breakfast Theology, knock-knock joke from Brandon Russell, The UCA Podcast email list, former guests’ magical meetup, and the 20...
30. Shamrock and Condiments - Jackie Thompson
August 04, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 62.5 MBGrowing up in violent Northern Ireland, Jackie came through it with a heart for God and a humble willingness to let go of past errors...and analogies. OPENING REMARKS Amanda's thoughts, the grinding machine, Satan's influence, the pattern of authoritarian leaders and group identity, mystery as the final destination, the industry of mocking, the singular God, our growth, and admitting, "I was wrong." CLOSING REMARKS UCA Conference, get your shamrocks full-sized, my ultimate plan to ha...
29. Thirty Years in the Wilderness - Jay & Eileen Kuntsman
July 28, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 54.1 MBWhile not into "the promised land," this unitarian couple has moved on from their (sometimes hilarious) journey into a small, meaningful, and growing fellowship. OPENING REMARKS The 2021 UCA Conference, not being Universalists, our deceptive super power, and counting the cost. CLOSING REMARKS On knock-knock jokes, a call for entries to the unitarian Christian museum, Tyndale's translation, a message from Philippus, discussing a UCA video (The Trouble with the Trinity) with Brandon Du...
28. The “None Besides God” Rule - Isaiah 43:11
July 14, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 48.2 MBIs there another savior besides God? Mark Cain considers Kristen's question, and offers space-saving advice for one's Trinity Tool Belt™. OPENING REMARKS Thoughts on episode #27 from Mom and host, Biblical Hebrew, and types of UCA podcast episodes. CLOSING REMARKS Interlinear translations, and a recommended Bible app, inWORD. SCRIPTURES Isaiah 43:11 - No savior besides God 2 Kings 13:5-7 - God gave Israel a savior Judges 3:9 - Othniel was also a savior John 4:25ff - Sam...
27. Brazilian Jewish Portuguese Speaking YouTuber - Mark Silveira
July 07, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 56.3 MBA theological redemption sparked by the Shema—how Mark Silveira turned his embarrassment into a unique YouTube ministry. OPENING REMARKS Being a niche, TINOs, counting the Father and the Son, and "I and the Father are two." CLOSING REMARKS Brandon Duke and host discuss a recent UCA video, cross promotion of UCA videos and podcast, and an interruption by Thomas. SCRIPTURES John 10:30 - I and Father are one John 8:17-18 - I and Father are two Philippians 2:11 - Kneeling to Jesus...
26. Road Trip and Late-Night Christology - Eric Miller
June 30, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MBWhat is it like being an Arian surrounded by Biblical Unitarians? Turns out it can be quite delightful. Eric tells of his weekend at the 20s and 30s Conference. OPENING REMARKS Loved ones in person, differences exist, and it's the transportation not the destination. CLOSING REMARKS Anonymous thanks, Converge vs. UCA Conference, dunking booths, and pies. RESOURCES Episode 17: Fellowship Effectively Less Frequently God’s Bible School & College Churches of Christ Jehovah Wit...
25. Wandering, Arguing, and Culture - Anne Fischhaber
June 16, 2021 10:00 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBWhat happens when an argumentative world traveler drops into a college full of wrong people? (Clue: only the penitent will pass.) Learn how Anne's first hand experience with agency and honor opened the door to actually listening. OPENING REMARKS Mark has laryngitis, and his wife, Karen, saves the day! CLOSING REMARKS Brief explanation of "Abrahamic Faith," feedback from Cheryl on episode 19. Credibility and God's Death, "Thomas" says a few words, and Andrew from the U.K. weighs in...
24. Conscience
June 02, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBWhat is the conscience? What is it doing in there? Host Mark Cain attempts an answer...and regrets eating the cookie. CLOSING REMARKS Alan’s reflection on The Wheels Fell Off, notes from Josiah and Chloe on episode 22, and a save-the-date announcement of the upcoming UCA Conference, Oct. 15-17, 2021 in Millersville, Tennessee. SCRIPTURES 1 John 3:19 - Heart at rest and confidence. Genesis 1:26 - Man made in God’s image. John 8:34 - A slave to sin. Romans 6, Titus 3, 2 Peter 2 -...
23. The Wheels Fell Off - Chuck Graham
May 26, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 56.8 MBA tale of two church splits—one that was and one that wasn’t. Meet a down-home pastor of an independent group unaware that others were just across town. OPENING REMARKS On a two week absence, achieving “irrational fear” herd immunity, and believing non-irrationalities. CLOSING REMARKS Brandon Duke and I discuss “Uncomplicated Roles - Jesus and His God,” the latest UCA video on the Unitarian Christian Alliance YouTube Channel. RESOURCES Lil Country Church North Hills Church of Go...
22. Aliens on a New Planet (Fort Lauderdale) - Mary McCarty
May 05, 2021 10:00 - 49 minutes - 68.9 MBComfort zones...? A pastor’s daughter from the Midwest USA moves to Florida expecting sand and surf—but finds unlikely friendships. SCRIPTURES Luke 7:36-50 - The woman anoints Jesus' feet with her tears. FEEDBACK You know it's on your mind so go ahead. Say your first name and your state or country. "Hey, it's Wayne from Ukraine. Can I get the three blenders as a value pack?" Email [email protected] Click here to RECORD A MESSAGE Or call: 615-581-1158 LISTEN...
21. The Three Blunders UCA Video - Brandon Duke
April 28, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 52.2 MBDid the Trinity doctrine develop over time? Discussing a short video that reveals a long story—one that many have never heard. OPENING REMARKS Chalcedonean-like negatives, creedal credibility, and a suggestion for rapidly catching-up on who we are (episodes 1-4). CLOSING REMARKS Blunder 1 of 3 (audio version), Letters from PJ and Dan, introducing the effort to make the UCA directory more reliable, and a 30 second UCA podcast promo. RESOURCES Unitarian Christian Alliance YouTube Ch...
20. The Good, the Bad, and the Boys Home - Josiah Wright
April 21, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MBBehaviors brought him to the boys home. Scriptural discoveries brought him new life. OPENING REMARKS Three shalt thou not count, and Counterfactual Historical Reconstruction. CLOSING REMARKS Michael investigates with fear and trembling, what's all the fuss, Trinitarian friends, ignoring those pesky details, absolute truth, Dale walks his dog, and the UCA Membership Map. RESOURCES YouTube - Monty Python, Killer bunny and the Holy Hand Grenade (...the number of the counting shall be...
19. Credibility and God's Death
April 14, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MBConsidering credibility, and a journey in time to the night of the big reveal. What might have happened when they found out...God died? OPENING REMARKS Credibility, contrary opinions, confidence in audience, punching bag voodoo dolls, schmoozing with the enemy, creed proskyneo, compatibility vs. proof, reaction to Kevin George's interview, and welcoming Trinitarians to our world. CLOSING REMARKS Fred Sanders quote, UCA Member Map, how to contact UCA members, the UCA videos, and annou...
18. Rex’s Legacy / Music of Grace / The Loaf - Laura Varnadore
March 31, 2021 10:00 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MBStarting a family from a deficit? Laura Varnadore and host, Mark Cain, talk of their dad’s determination for a loving home of faith...and a heated incident with a loaf of bread. OPENING REMARKS What the UCA all about, the "pre-trinitarian age" pass, MISO, and the UCA's narrow niche. RESOURCES Church of God General Conference Atlanta Bible College Atlanta Bible College Korean Extension (English site) FEEDBACK Transform your thoughts into sound waves. Say your first name and your...
17. Fellowship Effectively Less Frequently - Kenny Willenburg
March 24, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBWhat if regular gatherings aren’t practical? Cast a wider net for unitarian Christian fellowship. Kenny describes his efforts for a Kentucky summer event. OPENING REMARKS Jesus having a God, whacking with a stipulation stick, UCA serving, and serving via the UCA. RESOURCES 20's & 30's Christian Conference, June 4-6, 2021, Paducah, KY (registration) 20’s & 30’s Christian Conference Facebook group. FEEDBACK Let your ideas escape your head. Say your first name and your state or coun...
16. Bible Feed Podcast - Dan Weatherall, Paul Davenport
March 17, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBA Christadelphian podcast about "Bible stuff" over a British cup of tea. Dan and Paul discuss their church, their website, and the vision for the Bible Feed Podcast. OPENING REMARKS A message from Lisa, the unitarian uses of "The Triune God" by Fred Sanders, and entrancing wordiness. CLOSING REMARKS Encouraging notes from Anna and Jonathan and the "fly on the wall" model. RESOURCES The Biblical Unitarian Podcast - Dustin Smith The Triune God, Fred Sanders Video: Triune God Bo...
15. Why I’m Not a Trinitarian
March 10, 2021 11:00 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBWhat does the abundance of one’s heart reveal? Examining mouth output in the pursuit of truth. OPENING REMARKS On delaying an episode, pausing to check one’s motivation, and what you do and don’t get from the host. RESOURCES Reading comprehension quiz. Question 1? Answer: C. Question 2? Also answer C. Didn’t expect them both to be C, did you? The Forgotten Trinity - James White Systematic Theology - Wayne Grudem Episode 5: "Uh, Did God Put Coal in My Stocking?" Episode 12: "...
14. An Astounding Disappointment in Experts - Kevin George (Part 2)
February 24, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBDoes leaning on Trinitarian theologians bring confidence? Kevin George did, and he found a disheartening double standard. SCRIPTURES John 17:3 - The Father is the only true God. Luke 1:32 - Jesus is of the lineage of David. Isaiah 11:1 - The promise of a shoot from the stump, or root, of Jesse. John 8:48 - Jesus says who he is, a man who told us what he heard from God. Deuteronomy 18:18 - The prophet who is prophesied to speak the words God will give him. Philippians 3:11 - Pau...
13. An Absolute Distrust of Unitarians - Kevin George (Part 1)
February 17, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBHow might a Conservative Baptist view a unitarian Christian? Kevin George describes that deep distrust and recounts the moment, reading Acts 1, when he paused to consider. CLOSING REMARKS Philip expresses a concern and the UCA podcast email list is begotten. RESOURCE Sign up for the UCA podcast email list to get an email for each episode and a few extra thoughts...if that’s your thing. SCRIPTURES 1 Peter 5:1-3 - The leader should be from among the flock, not lording over them. ...
12. An American in “Messianic” Israel - Stephanie Schlegel
February 10, 2021 11:00 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MBWhat's it like raising a family in Israel, then discovering "Messianic" could mean more (and cost more, too)? Stephanie Schlegel tells of her experiences living 25 years in Jesus' homeland. OPENING REMARKS Gospel reading exercise "Was Jesus' God a single person?" Collective error, a ne'er-do-well reformer, and a brief intro to Bill Schlegel, Stephanie's husband. RESOURCES YouTube Testimony Bill & Stephanie Schlegel - From Trinity to One God Satellite Bible Atlas by Bill Schlegel ...
11. The Brutal and the Loving at Face Value
February 03, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 48.3 MBWas Jesus on board with the violence in the Old Testament? Mark responds to Vicq's question as a unitarian Christian. OPENING REMARKS Seeing the face value (apparent) meaning of Scripture should be encouraged. It can be refined patiently with increased understanding. Teachers? REFERENCES Trinities Podcast Restitutio Podcast The Table Anglican - How to Read Difficult Old Testament Passages and Still Keep Your Faith SCRIPTURES James 3:1 - Teachers are held to higher standard. ...
10. Dropped Out of Baptist Bible College, Twice - Jason Guess
January 27, 2021 11:00 - 47 minutes - 66.5 MBCan two attempts at Southern Baptist colleges reverse the damage? Jason Guess, reading Scripture as an impressionable youth, missed the Trinity entirely. OPENING REMARKS The Trinity and a rock and a hard place, the pressure-relieving save of a Clever Trinitarian Apologist, and the transformation of incomprehension into spiritual bounty. CLOSING THOUGHTS Jared's thoughts on Episode 8, "What If It's Me, Not Yahweh? John 8:58" Correcting my egregious time-based mathematical error from...
9. The Biblical Unitarian Podcast - Dustin Smith
January 20, 2021 11:00 - 42 minutes - 58.8 MBSeeing a unitarian niche and filling it. How Dustin Smith began producing a weekly podcast to start conversations on the one God and His human son, the Messiah. OPENING REMARKS Books on tape, cassettes, excessive audio consumption, and growing up in a church which didn’t teach me to keep my mouth shut. RESOURCES Church of God General Conference Biblical Unitarianism Atlanta Bible College Wisdom Christology is in episodes 19 - 26 Book: The Son of God - Three Views of the Identit...
8. What If It’s Me, Not Yahweh? John 8:58
January 12, 2021 11:00 - 37 minutes - 51.8 MB“Before Abraham was, I am” in a non-trinitarian way—is it possible? Are we mad? Mark Cain considers a question from Lisa and suggests several resources for deeper study. SCRIPTURES Revelation 5:9-10 - They ascribed worth to Jesus for what he accomplished. John 7, 8, 9 - The context of John 8:58. John 17:3 - Jesus prayer about the only true God. John 8:40 - Jesus describes himself as a man who tells what he hears from God. John 20:17 - Jesus’ Father and our Father, Jesus God and ou...
7. On Oneness and Wrongness - Dan Gill
January 05, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MBWhat is Oneness and how does it relate to unitarian Christians and Trinitarians? Dan Gill describes how he went from “wrong” to an influential website ministry. OPENING REMARKS Two ingredients that do not mix well: Theory and Essentialness. RESOURCES YouTube: Is the Doctrine of the Trinity Essential? - William Lane Craig YouTube: Is the Trinity Essential? Response to Dr. Craig - James R. White, Alpha & Omega Ministries. James plays the above Craig video at the start. Coke and Me...
6. Working at the Colson Center - Anna Brown
December 29, 2020 10:30 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBWhat was it like working at a Christian organization, and how did being a unitarian Christian factor in? A light-hearted talk with Anna Brown about her pleasant experience at the Colson Center. OPENING REMARKS Mainstream Christianity's general unawareness of unitarian Christians, Peter Pan, TINOs, and councel from the wise-sounding man. SCRIPTURES John 1:1 - A prime go-to verse to clearly layout to unitarian Christians how they are clearly wrong. REFERENCES Unitarian Christian Alli...
5. Uh, Did God Put Coal in my Stocking?
December 16, 2020 10:30 - 29 minutes - 41.4 MBInner discomfort doesn't feel like peace. Is God just making our lives difficult? Hildy felt it; we feel it. What role might it play in a pursuit of truth? OPENING REMARKS Why would unitarian Christians bow down to one who isn't God? And what is the deal with all that bowing to humans in the Bible? REFERENCES UCA podcast: 3. Scripture vs. Scales - Hildy Chandler UCA podcast: 4. Reemergence - Hildy Chandler The Mandalorian SCRIPTURES Matthew 28:18 - God gave Jesus authority. ...
4. Reemergence - Hildy Chandler (Part 3)
December 09, 2020 10:30 - 41 minutes - 57.8 MBWere Hildy's fears realized? Would she teach again? How God brought her through the aftermath of her son’s theological bombshell and then opened new doors. OPENING REMARKS Brief explanation of the term “Biblical Unitarian” and help for those who bristle at the term “Biblical.” SCRIPTURES 1 Corinthians 8:6 - For us there is one God, the Father. Acts 17:10-11 - The Bereans who were noble because they searched to see if Paul spoke truth. John 6:52-69 - Jesus’ hard sayings caused man...
3. Scripture vs. Scales - Hildy Chandler (Part 2)
December 01, 2020 11:30 - 40 minutes - 56.4 MBHildy goes deep for proof that her son’s rejection of the Trinity was a mistake. Which side will emerge the victor? She takes a methodical, three-pronged approach: Scripture, the historical record, and trinitarian scholars. SCRIPTURES Acts 2:22 - A man attested by God with mighty works...that God did through him. Acts 2:36 - God has made Jesus both Lord and Messiah. Philippians 2:9 - God highly exalted Jesus, giving him the name above every name. Acts 10:38 - God anointed Jesus of...
2. Mother Disrupted, "My Son Is a Heretic"- Hildy Chandler (Part 1)
November 23, 2020 06:00 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MBWhat if your son abandoned his trinitarian upbringing? Hildy Chandler recounts that fateful day at the dinner table. Experience it through her eyes, coping with the fear and uncertainty that upended her world. REFERENCES The God of Jesus in Light of Christian Dogma, book by Kegan Chandler. SCRIPTURES John 10:30 - I and the Father are one. John 17:11 - They may be one as we are one. Matt. 28:19 - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Mark 13:32 - Son doesn’t know the day of his return. ...
2. Mother Disrupted - Hildy Chandler (Part 1)
November 23, 2020 06:00 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MBWhat if your son abandoned his trinitarian upbringing? Hildy Chandler recounts that fateful day at the dinner table. Experience it through her eyes, coping with the fear and uncertainty that upended her world. REFERENCES The God of Jesus in Light of Christian Dogma, book by Kegan Chandler. SCRIPTURES John 10:30 - I and the Father are one. John 17:11 - They may be one as we are one. Matt. 28:19 - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Mark 13:32 - Son doesn’t know the day of his return. ...
1. The Perilous Trinity Deep Dive
November 17, 2020 03:42 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBThe challenges and dangers of Trinity study may help one appreciate why the UCA exists (wish it didn’t, though). Mark Cain considers four layers of difficulty when digging deep into the Trinity. The warning label The difficulty The extra-biblical content The need for church history If you take this journey, you may win the prize! Yay. REFERENCES The UCA Affirmation Dale Tuggy, “podcast 302 - The Stages of Trinitarian Commitment” Trinities, September 7, 2020. https://trinities....
0. Introductions
October 24, 2020 22:37 - 8 minutes - 11.5 MBIntroducing the Unitarian Christian Alliance (UCA) podcast, the organization, why it was created for unitarian Christians, and welcoming trinitarians who happen by. REFERENCES Unitarian Christian Alliance website UCA Frequently Asked Questions Host Mark Cain is affiliated with the Church of God General Conference and describes himself as a Biblical Unitarian FEEDBACK Ask questions or leave comments. Say your first name and your state or country. I may add your voice to the podcast!...