The Narrative

The Narrative is an intentional look at the deep "Narrative" through-lines in Scripture and how, with the help of God's Spirit, these truths can shape the plot of our lives.

The Narrative is a religion podcast hosted by merritt griffis, with 32 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

merritt griffis hosts The Narrative, a religion show with 32 episodes published.

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  The Advocate

  Jun 18, 202629 min

  Unlock the divine drama of God’s greatest act of advocacy — and discover how Jesus robed in flesh is the ultimate fulfillment of every prophetic shadow in Scripture. This episode dives deep into the story of Job, revealing how his plea for an advocate echoes through eternity and finds its perfect answer in Christ. If you've ever wondered what it truly means to have a defender in the highest courts of heaven, this is for you.From the earliest days of existence, God's desire to stand in the gap for humanity has been foreshadowed through biblical stories of prophets, kings, and sacrifices. We unpack how Job’s plea, "I need a daysman," prefigures Jesus as our Advocate — the One who not only intercedes but also bears our afflictions. You'll discover how God's revelation as the Advocate begins on Mount Sinai with Isaiah and culminates in the incarnation of Christ, who robed himself in our fallen flesh to fight for us firsthand.This episode breaks down: The significance of Job’s cry for an advocate and how it sets the stage for Jesus’ mission The prophetic symbolism in Isaiah’s coal and the altar of sacrifice, foreshadowing Calvary How the Holy Ghost, represented by tongues of fire, is God's ongoing intercession in your life The powerful connection between the thorns placed on Jesus and humanity’s fallen state The victory of the second Adam who fights Satan, not from afar, but as a man in the middle of the battle Why does this matter? Because understanding God's role as our Advocate transforms how you see your relationship with Him. It reveals that He's not a distant judge but a compassionate Savior who has walked your path, felt your pain, and fights for you at the highest level. If you're seeking assurance that you are never alone in your struggles or doubts, this episode will ignite your faith and deepen your trust in the divine Advocate.Perfect for believers craving a deeper grasp of biblical prophecy, spiritual warfare, and the redemptive plan woven throughout Scripture. Whether you're new to faith or looking to reignite your spiritual fire, this episode offers profound insights into God's relentless pursuit of us — from the burning bush to the cross, and beyond.

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  The Call of Adam & The Ministry of Eve

  May 25, 202636 min

  The narrative podcast explores the roles of Adam and Eve, emphasizing the importance of their partnership and the impact of their actions on the garden of their lives. It delves into the significance of Adam as the image bearer and the power of God manifest on earth, as well as the role of Eve as the personification of God's wisdom. The podcast also highlights the need for Adam and Eve to work together in unison, supporting and complementing each other in their respective roles. Takeaways Adam and Eve's partnership is essential for the growth and prosperity of their 'garden' (church, family, ministry, etc.) The roles of Adam and Eve are complementary, and their collaboration is crucial for the fulfillment of their individual callings Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast 09:44 Exploring the Roles of Adam and Eve 26:22 The Impact of Adam and Eve's Actions on the Garden of Their Lives

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  Dr. Talmadge French

  May 23, 202548 min

  Dr. French graduated with his Ph.D. from one of the leading European universities, the University of Birmingham in England, in December 2011. His Doctoral Thesis is the first of its kind, researching the foundations of the Oneness Movement at a major university under the supervision of well-known and well-published college administrator, educator, and author Dr. Allan Anderson, Director of the Graduate Institute at the University of Birmingham. The 140,000-word Thesis is entitled “Early Oneness Pentecostalism, G. T. Haywood, and the Interracial Pentecostal Assemblies of the World (1906-1931)” and uncovers a wealth of historical treasures and important bits of missing data regarding the early growth, development, and leadership of Oneness Pentecostalism. The core of the research documents the fascinating and important primary sources regarding Haywood’s role in the interracial success of the early movement, especially the PAW, the forerunner organization of the UPCI. The Thesis demonstrates the trajectory of the emerging movement from inception to a movement of more than 30 million today. Dr. French has also earned degrees from and/or studied at the Apostolic Bible Institute (St. Paul), Crighton College (Memphis), Wheaton College and Wheaton College Graduate School, and the University of Indiana (Bloomington). In addition to the Ph.D., he holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Ancient Language (Greek), a Master of Arts degree in New Testament Theology, and a four-year degree in Pentecostal Studies. His earlier Master of Arts Thesis at Wheaton College Graduate School on the history of the Oneness Pentecostal movement gained national recognition when published in 1999 under the title Our God Is One: The Story of the Oneness Pentecostals. It is a landmark study, and now a best-seller, regarding the history and expansion of the Oneness movement into a worldwide phenomenon. After the publication of Our God Is One, he also developed for publication a laminated doctrinal booklet series, “Steadfast in the Apostles’ Doctrine,” in a fold-out pamphlet format. The series includes two full-color titles, The Oneness and Jesus’ Name Baptism. Talmadge and Rebecca French have been married for forty-five years and have three sons. Talmadge L. French began preaching ministry in 1976 and evangelized for four years. He served three years as an assistant pastor in West Memphis, Arkansas, with Rev. Bobby McCool, then went to the Chicago area to establish a new church in Wheaton, Illinois, beginning in 1983. He served for a time on the UPCI Illinois District Board. In 1994, he began commuting to Indianapolis as an Instructor of Bible, Theology, and Biblical Languages at Indiana Bible College of Calvary Tabernacle, Paul Mooney, President. In 2000, the French family moved to Indianapolis to become the full-time Dean of the Department of Biblical Studies, continuing as a full-time Instructor. In 2005, he became the Executive Vice President of Indiana Bible College, a position he held from 2005-2007. After leaving IBC in May 2007, he became Provost of the Apostolic School of Theology, Sacramento, California, and instructor of theology and biblical languages, developing extensive course work for online accredited Apostolic studies, including online courses in Greek and Hebrew. These courses, including Greek and Hebrew, Theology and Doctrine, Philosophy, Ethics, Evangelism, and more, are now being prepared for online availability through the Oneness Studies Institute. The Frenches moved to Durham, North Carolina, in 2009, serving as a minister with the First Pentecostal Church, after which, in 2010, they established their family in the Raleigh Temple of Pentecost to begin a temporary period of full-time itinerant ministry as they entered the final year of PhD studies with the University of Birmingham, UK, which was completed in 2011. Talmadge and Rebecca became the pastor here at Apostolic Tabernacle in July of 2011.

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  Jeremy Hart

  Dec 17, 20241h 16m

  Evangelist-Oklahoma Youth President- Recording Artist- Graphic Designer.

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  Jaron Rucker

  Dec 10, 202454 min

  Kentucky District Children's Ministries Director. Pastor.

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