Ambassadors in Chains was created by Shane Reuther and Dan Doktor in an effort to expand the body of Christ. On May 15th 2023, the show went through a reorganization and has made a staff change welcoming Rusty Fennell to join Shane Reuther as the new co-host. Rusty is a seasoned pastor, and brings a great deal of knowledge and experience to the show. He holds a Bachelors Degree in psychology from Baylor University and a Masters in Divinity from Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary. The m ...
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This show is a continuation of last weeks podcast about the brutal and unprovoked attack by Hamas on Israel. We talk about what a possible solution to this conflict might be, and whether or not the results of that solution would be a benefit to both sides.By Shane Reuther & Rusty Fennell
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This is a special episode covering the despicable attack on Israel by Hamas. We get into some of the history of the region and the conflicts that occur there. We also discuss Biblical history and the meaning behind it. Join us as we cover the war in Israel.By Shane Reuther & Rusty Fennell
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Navigating the Postmodern Worldview
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In this episode we discuss how to avoid the traps and ideals associated with postmodernism.By Shane Reuther & Rusty Fennell
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Postmodernism is an intellectual stance or mode of discourse characterized by skepticism toward the "grand narratives" of modernism; rejection of epistemic (scientific) certainty or the stability of meaning; and sensitivity to the role of ideology in maintaining political power. Claims to objectivity are dismissed as naive realism with attention dr…
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Another addition to our series discussing the book "Out of Egypt" by Rusty Fennell. In this episode Shane and Rusty talk about the cultures that develop in bondage and how these cultures effect people who are in early recovery. So many people are uneducated when it comes to these cultures, and it's this lack of knowledge that more times than not ca…
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As we dig deeper into Rusty’s book “Out of Egypt” we move from the discussion on “Loss of Thinking” in our last episode, to “Loss of Trust” in this episode. These are two central components that are lost in addiction. The loss of trust is something that begins to take shape early in the life of the addict. It usually begins in the home where early …
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In this episode, we talk about how our choices shape our values, beliefs, and our decision making process. We also talk about what happens when our choices are taken away. In addiction, it's not the addict who is making the decisions, they are being made by his drug of choice instead of him/herself. The loss of being able to make decisions and heal…
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This episode is a follow up to our previous episode “Out of Egypt” and the discussion that we had about Rusty’s book of the same name. The title of this episode which is “Through the Wilderness”, describes the crucial time that exists after an addict has cleansed themselves of their drug of choice. It is during this delicate time that someone who i…
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Just as the Israelites moved from bondage to freedom in the promised land, addicts are on a similar journey. The characteristics of bondage, whether physical or drug related, are similar, as are the characteristics of recovery. In this episode we talk about Rusty's book that draws on the Exodus story of bondage, the process of deliverance, and most…
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Historical Context of the Ministry of Jesus
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In this episode we discuss the context with which Jesus spoke to people during the time of his ministry on earth. Jesus never found himself at a loss for words, and what he said always had deep meaning that either hammered home a deliberate point. Or he spoke in parables that always had contextual meaning to the times in which he lived. His words c…
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In this episode we discuss the historical reliability of The Gospel. We use three events and specific time periods and key dates in history as anchor points to tie down some truths about The Gospel. Join us as we push further into the series of The Gospel of Jesus Christ.By Shane Reuther & Rusty Fennell
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In this episode we continue the discussion on the crucifixion of Jesus. We'll get into the significance of the cross, and explain the reason why Jesus died upon a cross, and not in some other of the many ways that people were murdered by the Romans at that point in history. To report the facts in this episode, we rely on scripture, historical data,…
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This episode on crucifixion will be delivered in two parts. Part one will detail the history of crucifixion and its uses within the Roman Empire. We will also talk about some of the physical aspects, effects on the human body, the political attributes behind the idea of crucifixion, and the techniques that were developed over time. Crucifixion was …
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This episode begins a series on the historical Jesus. We discuss the historical truth about the resurrection of Jesus after his crucifixion on the cross. Join us as we get into the details of what historical documents, eyewitnesses, and the scriptures say about what happened after Jesus was put to death on the cross. Over hundreds of years there ha…
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In this episode Dan will give his personal testimony. He tell's us what his life was like before he was saved by Christ, how he came to know our savior, and how it has effected his life up until present day. Join us in what is sure to be an exciting episode! It is always exciting to hear a person's transformation from lost to saved.…
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The first episode of 2023 season 2 of Ambassadors in Chains. In this episode we discuss the importance of prayer. We will also cover some of what we plan to have on the upcoming episodes for 2023. Join us as we dive into a new year with Christ, and discover the power and glory of The King!By Shane Reuther & Rusty Fennell
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Attack On The Family Part II (With Pastor David Nelson)
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In this episode, we get together with Pastor David Nelson who is the senior pastor at Jay Valley Baptist Church in Longview Texas. Tonight we finalize our two-episode series "Attack On The Family." Pastor Nelson brings sharp insight to the show, with his keen intellect and years of experience pastoring families. The Christian family is under direct…
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In this episode, we discuss the Satanic attack on the family in the United States. The enemy knows that if he can wreck the Christian Family, then he can steal, kill, and destroy much easier. Join us as we talk about how the devil wants to keep you and your family as far from Christ as he possibly can.…
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This is a follow-up to the last podcast. We cover some more information on what is going on in the world. Some of the nefarious entities in the world may be out to cause harm to the general populous, especially members of the body of Christ! We certainly don't know it all, but we are trying to shed some light on what we have discovered. Our podcast…
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Join us as we bring information about the agenda of the enemy! In this episode, we bring you some information that we have researched dealing with what we believe to be a strategy designed to ultimately destroy the human race! In spite of what the adversary would have you think, it is his objective to wreck you before you have a chance to learn and…
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Coming off of our two-part series on deception, we move into the evils of witchcraft. Our world is thick with this abomination to God, and it's no accident that we are releasing this episode in time for Halloween. Kick back and listen as we guide you through some eye-opening information about what we consider to be the most dangerous scourge to bot…
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In this episode, we shine some more light on Satan's deception of the human race. Join us as we dive a little deeper into the craftiness of the enemy of man, and the father of lies.By Shane Reuther & Rusty Fennell
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In this episode, we discuss the origin and effects of satan's deception of the human race. We dive into what scripture says about this trickery, and how Jesus warns us what to look for. It's up to us to search the word of God and learn how to discern the many ways in which we are deceived. This trechery is hidden, secret, and mysterious. We must be…
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In this episode, we get into 2 Timothy and talk a bit about what is going on in this important book of the Bible. And how it impacts the world that we live in, and our Christian walk. Join us as we dive in and learn what the Apostle Paul was talking about in this intimate letter to Timothy.By Shane Reuther & Rusty Fennell
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Welcome to our first podcast! In this episode we discuss who we are and make our introductions to you, our beloved audience. This episode is not easy to describe, as it is our first attempt. So, please excuse the nerves, and the bad editing as we will get better! I promise! But please enjoy! And we very much hope that you get something from it. We …
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