In Authentic, the flagship television and radio program of the Voice of Prophecy, Pastor Shawn Boonstra pursues the deepest questions of human existence. Check out the most recent episodes below.
Is God against art? What’s His deal with statues? In this episode of Authentic, Shawn Boonstra continues his series on the Ten Commandments, digging into why the Bible forbids graven images. Journey through ancient history—from Rome’s breathtaking sculptures to the empty Most Holy Place in the Jewish temple—to discover the ongoing issue at the root of idolatry.
What does it really mean to take God’s name in vain? Is it just about expletives and oaths, or is there something much greater at stake?
Shawn Boonstra explores God’s third commandment and its ties to identity theft, our daily conduct, and the majesty of Yahweh. You might be surprised at how relevant this ancient edict is today.
Is God against art? What’s His deal with statues? In this episode of Authentic, Shawn Boonstra continues his series on the Ten Commandments, digging into why the Bible forbids graven images. Journey through ancient history—from Rome’s breathtaking sculptures to the empty Most Holy Place in the Jewish temple—to discover the ongoing issue at the root of idolatry.
Back in the earliest years of Christian history, a lot of deep thinkers struggled to wrap their minds around the concept of Jesus being not just a man, and not just God, but instead BOTH things at the very same time. How could the eternal Almighty Himself come to this earth as a real flesh-and-blood human? Shawn Boonstra takes a little time to examine that claim in this special Christmas episode.
