It’s no secret that many Christians feel disoriented when it comes to understanding the relationship between faith and politics. Much of this confusion comes from the fact that we’ve adopted a modern conception of freedom. To the modern mind freedom refers to the ability to do whatever you want, but what if that assumption is wrong? What if Christianity provides a concept of freedom that’s not only true, but beneficial for the common good? Brad Littlejohn joins us to talk about a Christian conception of freedom, a proper understanding of religious liberty, and the role of technology in shaping our society for good or ill.  Show Notes Purchase Brad’s Book: Called to Freedom: Retrieving Christian Liberty in an Age of License Subscribe to Brad’s Substack Commonwealth Dispatches Learn more about the Ethics and Public Policy Center: https://eppc.org/ Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel

Explore the profound impact of attention on spiritual life, drawing from Brother Lawrence’s insights. Discover how distractions can hinder our connection with God and the importance of discipline in cultivating awareness. Learn how our focus shapes our values and relationships, as well as practical tips for maintaining presence in prayer. Delve into the art of storytelling in faith, emphasizing the significance of both narrative and prayer. Lastly, understand how intentional attention fosters personal transformation and deeper spiritual growth.

Join Paul Rezkalla, a philosopher and military academy teacher, as he dives into the essence of 'Practicing the Presence of God' this Christmas. He contrasts modern views with traditional teachings, emphasizing how distractions can draw us away from a deeper connection with the divine. The conversation touches on the importance of cultivating spiritual awareness in everyday life and recognizes a personal experience of God's presence. Rezkalla's insights remind us that the season is a perfect time to deepen our spiritual practices amidst holiday bustle.

Rhys Laverty and Mark Hamilton, co-authors of "Augustine: Advent Homilies," share insights into Augustine's transformative sermons on Advent. They discuss how Augustine's rich rhetoric blends theology and pastoral care, emphasizing joy and spiritual depth. The guests explore the relevance of these ancient teachings for modern faith journeys, urging listeners to reflect on Christ's dual nature and the significance of joy in Advent, while encouraging a more profound approach to contemporary preaching.

In this engaging discussion, Matt Colvin, author of "The Lost Supper," dives into the Jewish roots of the Last Supper and its connections to Passover. He reveals how Jesus used coded messages to convey his identity and the significance of communal fellowship in the Eucharist. Colvin emphasizes the misunderstandings that arose from the church's historical disconnect from Judaism. He also explores the relationship between the church and Israel, urging a respectful acknowledgment of their spiritual heritage and the intrinsic value of Jewish traditions.

A lot of ink’s been spilled over the timeline of Matthew 24, the famous “Olivet Discourse”. Jon Sedlak helps us to step back from the debates throughout church history and examine this famous discourse with fresh eyes. What if Jesus doesn’t answer his disciples’ questions in the order they’re asked? What if he intends for his disciples to hear his words as solely about the destruction of the Temple? And if so, how does that forge new pathways to understand the gospel of Matthew and resolve longstanding tensions in the text? We explore all of these questions and more.  Show Notes Get Jon's Book Reading Matthew, Trusting Jesus Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel

Everybody wants to know the secret of “reaching the next generation”, but as many anxious parents know there’s many obstacles to teens maintaining their faith into college. This leads to books helping teens reconcile science with faith, understand modern issues about sexuality, or offer historic apologetics for the resurrection. All of these matter, but they’re insufficient for the task at hand. Brad East joins us to talk about his book Letters to a Future Saint, a collection of letters designed to engage young minds with the history of the faith, the importance of the church, the significance of creation, and the testimony of the martyrs. Along the way we talk about ways a truncated gospel undermines our faith in Christ and sets up students for failure. Show Notes Get Brad’s Book Letters to a Future Saint: Foundations of Faith for the Spiritually Hungry Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel

Join Dr. Matt Hoskin, a scholar from the Davenant Institute specializing in the history of Christianity, as he unravels the twists and turns of the first thousand years of church history. Discover the pivotal early councils that defined Christian doctrine, the fierce debates over Christ's nature, and the political intrigue that shaped these theological discussions. From the controversies of the Council of Ephesus to the tensions around iconoclasm, this conversation offers a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of faith and history.

Discover how shyness, or 'pusillanimity,' is often mistaken for humility and can lead to self-centeredness. Dive into theological insights on overcoming timidity and the importance of expressing one’s gifts. Explore the interplay of power, love, and self-control in faith, along with the challenges social media presents to genuine connections. Reflect on ambition in the Christian life, encouraging listeners to embrace their potential in all pursuits. Humor and anecdotes make the journey of personal growth relatable and engaging.

There’s a common myth that Martin Luther cut out seven books of the Old Testament as a way to remove biblical support for Roman Catholic doctrines. In reality the early church disputed whether to include the “deuterocanon” or “apocrypha” from the Old Testament Scriptures and this debate carried on until the Council of Trent in 1545. So why did the Reformers reject books like 1-2 Maccabees, Tobit, Judith, and Wisdom of Solomon, not to mention additional chapters of both Esther and Daniel? And how does recent scholarship on this issue get to the bottom of this dispute? John Meade From Phoenix Seminary joins us to shed light on this controversy by looking at early church canon lists and little known facts about the Reformers, Trent, Augustine, Jerome, and the significance of the collection of OT Greek translations called the “Septuagint”. Show Notes John’s Books: Scribes and Scripture: https://a.co/d/eW0vPYT The Biblical Canon Lists From Early Christianity: https://a.co/d/ettaa2R Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel