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In this episode, pastor Andrew Wilson discusses his recent work on the meaning of happiness. We discuss some of the theological motivations that  Christians have to pursue happiness and some of the practical challenges and rewards of this pursuit. In our conversation, we discuss his new book, Happiness: What it is, How to Find it, and How to Make it Last Forever (Crossway).  Wilson teaches, preaches, and writes in the areas of theology and pastoral ministry.     This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! My Most Recent Book: One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells its Story and Why it Matters Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.  

In this episode, Ryan Robertson and Matt Bennett share insights on the biblical foundation of missions, the importance of local church involvement, and practical steps for aspiring missionaries. They emphasize the need for careful assessment, theological fidelity, and long-term perseverance in mission work. In our conversation, we discuss their new book, The Path to Being a Missionary: A Guide for the Aspiring (Crossway).  Bennett is Associate Professor of Missions and Theology at Cedarville University. Robertson is president of Reaching & Teaching. The mission of Reaching & Teaching is "to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders."    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! My Most Recent Book: One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells its Story and Why it Matters Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.  

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Gary Edward Schnittjer about his extensive work on Scripture's use of Scripture. In our conversation, we discuss his new book Connected: How Scripture Guides the Study of Scripture (B&H Academic). Other works mentioned in our discussion include Torah Story and Old Testament Use of the Old Testament.     Schnittjer is Distinguished Professor of Old Testament for Cairn Theological Seminary at Cairn University. He also regularly publishes on his "Carpenter's Student" Substack. You can also find this substack through https://CarpentersStudent.com.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! My Most Recent Book: One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells its Story and Why it Matters Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

Summary: In this episode, I’m sharing a sermon that I recently preached in chapel at Cedarville University. I explore the meaning of Christ’s death in light of the Passover meal, the institution of the Lord’s supper, and the hope of resurrection.  Biblical Texts: Exod 13; Luke 22; Luke 24; 1 Cor 11; Rev 19 Watch Here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuGg04QoNmA   This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! My Most Recent Book: One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells its Story and Why it Matters Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Malcolm Yarnell about his recent work in Systematic Theology with a focus on Christology. In our conversation, we talk about the task of theology, the life of the churches, and the urgent need for a robust Christology. Some of his books most relevant to this discussion are the first two volumes of his Theology for Every Person series: God (B&H Publishing) and Word (B&H Publishing).    Yarnell is Research Professor of Theology at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, TX.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! My Most Recent Book: One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells its Story and Why it Matters Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Ben Gladd about some of his recent work on the NT use of the OT. In our conversation, we talk about his new role with the Carson Center (TGC), the use of the OT in the NT, and the process of discovering and interpreting literary allusions. Some of his books most relevant to this discussion are the CSB Connecting Scripture New Testament (Lifeway/Holman) and Dictionary of the NT use of the OT (Baker).    Gladd is the executive director of The Carson Center for Theological Renewal and former professor of NT at Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, MS.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! My Most Recent Book: One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells its Story and Why it Matters Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I share a crossover episode that I recorded last year with Brian Totten on his YouTube channel Across the Canon. In our conversation, we talk all things biblical theology and explore the topics in my recent book, One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells Its Story and Why It Matters.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! My Most Recent Book: One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells its Story and Why it Matters Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

Seth Postell, academic dean of Israel College of the Bible and a biblical scholar, dives deep into the intriguing world of narrative analogy. He shares insights from his book, emphasizing how analogy, a fundamental aspect of human thought, enriches our understanding of scripture. Postell contrasts narrative analogy with typology, advocating for its exegetical strength. He explores captivating parallels, like David and Joseph, arguing they reveal critical theological insights. With a layperson's guide, Seth aims to make these complex ideas accessible and encourages long-term reflection in interpretation.

In this episode, I share two presentations on Stephen Dempster's recent book, Return of the Kingdom: A Biblical Theology of God's Reign (IVP, 2024). In the first part, Dempster discusses how and why he wrote this book on the theme of the Kingdom of God. In the second part, I reflect upon the significance of Dempster's work for teaching and understanding the discipline of biblical theology. Both of these papers were originally delivered as part of a panel discussion of Dempster's book at the annual meeting of the Evangelical Theological Society in 2024.  See also my previous discussion with Dempster on canon studies, biblical theology, and the book of Genesis.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! My Most Recent Book: One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells its Story and Why it Matters Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Drs. Sam Bierig and Jarred Bumpers about preaching, hermeneutics, and pastoral ministry. Sam and Jarred work at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and they have also served the churches for many years. They both have insight into the process of preparing sermons and also the theological issues at stake in the pastoral task.    Bierig Associate Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology, VP of Undergraduate Studies, and Dean of Spurgeon College at MBTS. Bumpers is Associate Professor of Preaching and Evangelism and FTC Cohorts Faculty Coordinator at MBTS. You can find further resources by Bierig here and Bumpers here.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! My Most Recent Book: One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells its Story and Why it Matters Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.