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Struggling to stay consistent in your Bible reading? Feeling stuck in your spiritual growth? In this episode, we explore how to cultivate a deep, sustainable joy in God’s Word—no guilt trips, just practical tools to help you engage Scripture in a way that sticks. From biblical meditation to church resources, we’ll show you how method fuels motivation. Show Notes Recommended Resource: Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Don Whitney – Get it here Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel

What if every pastor had access to deep, biblical theological training—no matter where they lived? In this episode, we sit down with John Miller, Vice President and Academic Dean at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary, whose mission is nothing short of transformational. With a burning passion to equip indigenous pastors, John is spearheading efforts to plant seminaries around the world, ensuring that church leaders in Africa, Asia, and beyond have the theological foundation they need to shepherd their congregations faithfully. John shares his personal journey—how God led him from the classroom to the frontlines of global theological training. He paints a picture of the urgent need for solid biblical education in regions where pastors often lead churches with little to no formal training. We’ll hear powerful stories from his work overseas, the challenges of building sustainable seminaries, and why equipping local leaders is the key to lasting gospel impact. Show Notes International Seminary Affiliates – Explore the global seminaries where John Miller teaches and trains pastors. Learn More Theological Training in Kenya – Discover TPC (The Pastor’s College), where John teaches and advises. Visit TPC Global Seminaries: Facultad Teológica Bautista – Training pastors in Colombia. Website Seminario Bautista Confesional Ecuador – Equipping church leaders in Ecuador. Facebook Seminário Batista Confessional Brasil – Strengthening Reformed theology in Brazil. Website Seminario Bautista Confesional México – Training indigenous pastors in Mexico. Website Seminario Bautista Confesional Chile – Biblical training for pastors in Chile. Website Lusaka Ministerial College – Theological education for pastors in Zambia. Website Lux In Tenebris Reformed – Gospel-centered training in Nigeria. Website Spanish Resources – Legado Bautista Confesional is translating and publishing key theological works into Spanish. Explore More For more details on how you can support or get involved, visit Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel

In the final episode of our series on Brother Lawrence’s Practicing the Presence of God, we explore how to bring his insights into our daily lives. Can we truly experience God as he did, or are his claims too lofty or unrealistic? We also discuss how serving others and fostering friendships can indirectly deepen our awareness of God’s presence, offering practical ways to grow spiritually. Show Notes Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel

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