Discussion on defining true Christianity, dissecting Martin Luther King Jr.'s faith, and the importance of recognizing Jesus' kingship in the gospel. A musician accuses Taylor Swift of satanism. Theologian Matthew Bates explains the importance of Jesus' kingship in the gospel narrative.

Matthew Bates, author of Gospel Allegiance, discusses in this podcast the meaning of εὐαγγέλιον (Gospel) and πίστις (Faith/Allegiance). The podcast explores Bates' understanding of the pistis word group, euangelion, and their relationship with other concepts in the Bible. They also touch on controversies, response, challenges, and upcoming projects.

Matthew Bates, Professor of Theology at Quincy University, analyzes the sequence and theology of Ephesians 1. They discuss predestination, the historical sequence of inclusion, and the association of election with Christ. They also explore the identity of the audience in Ephesians and the theme of inclusivity. Dr. Bates delves into the concept of the spirit as our own and the language of redemption in Ephesians 1:11-14.