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.
Ever wonder why the Bible has four versions of Jesus' life—in four gospels? AUTHENTIC host Shawn Boonstra kicks off a multi-part study series about how the four gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke and John—are different and alike. Series name: "The Four Witnesses."
The thought that somebody might be out there pretending to be you is enough to keep you up at night. How much money are they borrowing in your name? What kinds of crimes are they committing? When bad things happen, people have a tendency to blame God. Is it possible that we’re actually blaming the wrong person? Shawn Boonstra looks for answers in the story of Job’s unwavering commitment to God.
Turns out music might be one of the best pieces of evidence against evolution as an origins theory. Shawn Boonstra examines the seemingly miraculous story of Dae-bum Lee, a Korean baritone turned stroke survivor who’s managed to sing in classical concert halls even though he can’t speak.
