Knowing Faith

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the connection between Sabbath and worship in Exodus 31. They explore themes of rest as devotion, the importance of beauty in worship, and the deeper meaning of Sabbath as communion with God. The conversation delves into biblical figures, anointing language, and the significance of the tabernacle as a dwelling place for God among the Israelites.

Kyle Worley is joined by Matthew Barrett to answer the question, do I really need systematic theology to be a disciple of Jesus?Questions Covered in This Episode:Is systematic theology necessary for discipleship?How would you encourage someone who is looking to do this but is intimidated by the bigger books?Guest Bio:Dr. Matthew Barrett is Associate Professor of Christian Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also the founder and executive editor of Credo Magazine. He is the author of numerous books including: Simply Trinity: The Unmanipulated Father, Son, and Spirit, None Greater: The Undomesticated Attributes of God, and God’s Word Alone: The Authority of Scripture.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:1 John“On the Incarnation” by Saint Athanasius“The Consolation of Philosophy” by Ancius Boethius Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcast:Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Explore the insightful discussion about 'On the Incarnation' by Athanasius, covering topics such as Trinitarianism and the Hypostatic Union. Reflect on the value of reading classical devotional works and how it aids in Biblical study. Learn about the deep theological significance of the incarnation and its impact on understanding God's love and humanity's mortality.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are back in the book of Exodus to discuss the worship and sacrifice in Chapter 30.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why are sacrifices offered to God?What do sacrifices have to do with worship?What is the tax doing?Why the attention given to cleanliness as it pertains to worship?Where else do we see the anointing oil in the story of scripture?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Exodus 30:1-10, Psalm 46, Luke 1:5-25, Psalm 23, Matthew 3:13-17, Luke 7:36-50 Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcast:Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Exploring major works in church history, significance of studying church history, key figures and creeds highlighted, influences of Aquinas, Eastern Orthodoxy, and the Reformation discussed, prominent figures like Luther and Calvin explored, call for audience engagement and support in theological training

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue the story of Exodus to discuss what it means to be a priest.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is a priest according to the Bible?Have we encountered priests before this moment?What was the role of these priests? What did they do?Why all the fancy clothes?The priests are consecrated by blood: Why?Helpful Definitions:Priest: Someone who represents God to the people, and the people to God.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Exodus 28:1-5, Exodus 29:1-9, Isaiah 9:6, Revelation 4, 1 Peter 2:9 Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcast:Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the design of the Tabernacle and God’s presence.Questions Covered in This Episode:How is the Exodus 20 and beyond instruction, not legalism?What is the Ark of the Covenant? Where would we find it?What is inside the Ark?What is atonement? What about the table for bread and the golden lampstand?What about the altar of incense?Is the presence of God exclusionary?What do we learn about the call to holiness in these passages?Helpful Definitions:Transcendence: God is set apart.Immanence: God is close.Atonement: At one with God.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Exodus 25:10-22, Leviticus 16, Romans 3:25, Revelation 4, John 1:14, Hebrews 10“The Crucified King” by Jeremy Treat“The Atonement” by Jeremy Treat Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcast:Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley trace the themes found throughout the book of Exodus.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is biblical theology?What are some of the themes we covered in the story of Exodus so far?Where do we see the birth narrative before, during, and after the book of Exodus?Is deliverance a theme in the book of Exodus?What about covenants?Helpful Definitions:Systematic Theology: What the Bible says about specific doctrines. Biblical Theology: Categorizing themes or stories throughout Scripture. Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Exodus, Genesis 3:15, John 3, Genesis 15, Matthew 1 Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcast:Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are back to continue studying the book of Exodus by giving an overview of the story, themes, and characters found in the book.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why are we taking two seasons to explore Exodus?Are the themes in Exodus found throughout the rest of Scripture?What happens before the book of Exodus?How does Exodus begin?Who are the major characters in the first half of the story?What happens after Moses' birth?Why is Mount Sinai important?Is Sinai the final destination of Israel?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Genesis 22, Exodus 3, Exodus 19 Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcast:Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Season 12 of the Knowing Faith podcast begins on January 25! In this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley give you a preview of what is to come in Season 12 as they continue to cover the book of Exodus!Questions Covered in This Episode:What are we going to cover this season?What are you most excited about exploring as we continue to discuss Exodus? Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcast:Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.