Knowing Faith

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss complementarianism and why a healthy ecclesiology is important for this conversation. Before you listen to this episode be sure to listen to Knowing Faith Episode #44 – A Generous Complementarianism.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is a pastor?Why is there confusion over this office/title?How is this title misused?Who can be a pastor?How does the office of pastor relate to the priesthood of all believers?Who is qualified to do what? (Non-qualified men, women, non pastors, etc.)How should some of the other ongoing conversations among evangelicals and Southern Baptists shape the way we approach these questions?Helpful Definitions:Pastor: Office an elder, bishop, overseer, pastor. Defined and reserved for qualified men, who are ordained, to function and hold the office in local churches of what it means to be a pastor/elder/shepherd.Episkopos (ἐπίσκοπος)Presbyteros (πρεσβύτερος)Poimenas (ποιμένας)Anthropology: The doctrine of humanity.Ecclesiology: The doctrine of the church.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Knowing Faith Episode #44 – A Generous ComplementarianismEphesians 4:11“Saddleback Female Pastors Debate Raises Bigger Questions for the SBC” Christianity Today ArticleTraining the Church CohortAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degree programs designed to equip you to be more effective in full-time ministry or as a lay leader: SBTS.EDU/EXPLOREFollow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship 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.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley celebrate episode 150 of Knowing Faith by answering questions submitted by listeners! Questions Covered in This Episode:How do we reconcile judgment day with the knowledge that when we repent God forgets or casts away our sins?Will we see King Saul in heaven?Are false stories the same thing as worldviews?How can brothers in Christ best supportz sisters in Christ who are pursuing some form of ministry in the US context?Is the soul inherently gendered as male and female? If yes or no, what are the implications for complementarianism?Do you consider women’s bible study and women’s ministry the same thing?Can you help me understand the difference between the ontological and economic Trinity? Why does it matter?What are your thoughts on Paul saying to not pay attention to genealogies in 1 Timothy?Why is the Father referred to as God the Father but Christ is referred to as the Son of God, not God the Son? Does this language confuse the equality of the Trinity in any way?Who is your favorite of the minor prophets and why?How do we pray Trinitarianly?Does Kenosis deny the deity of Christ?I want to develop my own curriculum for our study to use, where should I start?Romans 7:4 says we have died to the law in Christ Jesus but in Matthew 5:17 Jesus says he didn’t come to abolish the law but to fulfill it. So if we are in Christ it means that we have died to the law, but also we have fulfilled the law in Christ. How can both be true at the same time? Did we die to the law or did we fulfill the law in Christ?I reckon after these tough questions you and your families need a holiday to NZ! What say you all?Helpful Definitions:Anthropomorphic: Ways of talking about God in human terms so we can understand a concept.“Narrative is our culture's currency, he who tells the best story wins.” Bobette BusterAnthropology: The doctrine of humanity.Dichotomy: We are made up of two parts, body and soul.Trichotomy: We are made up of three parts, body, soul, and spirit.Ontological (Imminent) Trinity: The view that centers on the Trinity in and of Himself, or the internal relations between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit as present (immanent) only to Himself (c.f. Jn 1:1-2,18); this perspective is distinguished from that of the economic Trinity. Economic Trinity: A view of the Trinity focused on God in the history of redemption, or the functional acts (economies) of the Godhead in the creation and salvation of the world; this perspective is distinguished from that of the immanent Trinity.How to pray: To the Father through the Son by the Spirit.Kenosis: Jesus gives over his divine rights (Philippians 2:7).Resources Mentioned in This Episode:1 Timothy 1:4, Amos, Nehemiah, Philippians 2:7, Romans 7:4, Matthew 5:17“Jesus & Gender” by Elyse M. Fitzpatrick and Eric SchumacherAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degree programs designed to equip you to be more effective in full-time ministry or as a lay leader: SBTS.EDU/EXPLOREFollow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship 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.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley conclude their journey through Romans by discussing Romans 16.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why shouldn’t a reader zoom through Romans 16?Who is Phoebe?What do we discover in Paul’s greetings?V. 20 brings me back to the early nineties kids camp.How would you paraphrase verse 19?Can I point out something in VV. 22-24?I love the doxologies we find in Paul’s letters, what is a doxology and what purpose does it serve (VV. 25-27)?Paul using the language “the obedience of faith.”What have you learned this season in Romans?Helpful Definitions:Doxology: Worship, praise, and adoration. A forumlation of something substantive into praise. Not just a concept, a concept articulated for worship. Amen: Let it be so.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Romans 16, Romans 1:5“The Life We're Looking For” by Andy CrouchKnowing Faith Episode #116 – Murderer Turned MissionaryKnowing Faith Episode #134 – Romans 9 with Dr. Mike BirdKnowing Faith Episode #130 – The Spirit and Our Waiting with Dr. Jarvis WilliamsLeave an Apple Podcast reviewTraining the Church CohortThe Family Discipleship PodcastAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degree programs designed to equip you to be more effective in full-time ministry or as a lay leader: SBTS.EDU/EXPLOREFollow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship 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.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley give a quick overview of Romans and discuss chapter 15.Questions Covered in This Episode:Paul has been talking about “the weak.” Who are they?Isn’t it interesting how Paul ties the moral life of his audience to the witness of Christ?Verses 8-12 feel a bit like a nod back to Romans 9-11, don’t they?We get the invocation of Apostolic authority in VV. 14-16.VV. 19-21 are interesting from a missiological standpoint, aren’t they?RE: VV. 22-29 – Does Paul make it to Rome?His appeal in verses 30-33 strikes my heart.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Romans 15, Romans 1-14Knowing Faith Romans EpisodesThe Family Discipleship PodcastTraining the Church CohortAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degree programs designed to equip you to be more effective in full-time ministry or as a lay leader: SBTS.EDU/EXPLOREFollow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship 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.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss “The Law of Love” in Romans 14:13-23.Questions Covered in This Episode:How does V. 13 square with Christian liberty?Where does this cleanliness language come from?V. 17 Paul brings up the kingdom of God.Is V. 22 telling me to keep the faith and keep my mouth shut?Should we never talk about secondary issues?What are good rules for engagement in any discussion?Isn’t V. 19 a verse for our moment?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Romans 14:13-23, Leviticus 11, Acts 10:9-16, Acts 11:1-18, James 1:19Knowing Faith Episode 63 - A Blanket Full of BaconAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degree programs designed to equip you be more effective in full-time ministry or as a lay leader: SBTS.EDU/EXPLOREFollow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship 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.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue their discussion on the book of Romans by looking at Romans 14:1-12.Questions Covered in This Episode:Who is the one “weak in faith?”Weak people eat only vegetables - What’s going on here?V. 7 - What does this mean?I love the certainty of V. 8.Paul seems to be coming back to Romans 2 here?What does V. 12 mean? I have heard so many bad takes on the idea.If Paul were writing to us today, what topic would Paul have in mind?How would we deal gently with a weaker brother, how do I live at peace with them?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Romans 14:1-12, Romans 2Amazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degree programs designed to equip you be more effective in full-time ministry or as a lay leader: SBTS.EDU/EXPLOREFollow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship 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.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Jackie Hill Perry to discuss her recently released book, “Holier Than Thou.”Questions Covered in This Episode:Why did you write this book?Are holiness and goodness synonyms?What were the most helpful resources for you as you wrote the book?What does it mean that God is holy?If someone was going to look at studying the holiness of God in scripture, where would they start?How do people tend to respond to holiness?How should we look at the law?Does God want us to be holy?How has the content of this book shaped the way you teach the bible?Your first book was autobiographical and this book was theological. How did it feel to change direction in your writing?If you were rewriting the book today, is there anything you would add?If you could give one conference message to all Christians in this country: What would be your main point?Helpful Definitions:Transcendence: He is other (by an infinite extent).Guest Bio:Jackie Hill Perry is an author, poet, bible teacher and hip-hop artist whose latest album, Crescendo, released in May 2018.  Since becoming a Christian, she has been compelled to use her speaking and teaching gifts  to share the light of the gospel of God as authentically as she can. She is the author of “Gay Girl, Good God,” “Holier Than Thou,” and the bible study “Jude: Contending for the Faith in Today’s Culture.”  and At home she is a wife to Preston and Mommy to Eden, Autumn, Sage, and August.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Genesis 1-2, Isaiah 6, Exodus 3, Exodus 20, 2 Samuel 6:1-14, Luke 5:1-11, Hebrews 12:14, John 3:16, Matthew 7:21-23“Holier Than Thou” by Jackie Hill Perry“The Knowledge of the Holy” by A.W. Tozer“The Existence and Attributes of God” by Stephen Charnock“The Attributes of God” by A.W. PinkThirty Minutes with The Perrys “Story time with Preston Perry”Amazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degree programs designed to equip you be more effective in full-time ministry or as a lay leader: SBTS.EDU/EXPLOREFollow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship 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.

Kyle Worley is joined by Jeremy Pelton to answer the question, if a listener of Knowing faith wanted to take the next step in finding out more about becoming a student at Southern what would you tell them?Questions Covered in This Episode:If a listener of Knowing faith wanted to take the next step in finding out more about becoming a student at Southern what would you tell them?When you are talking with prospective students, what is something that they find to be the greatest roadblock to being a student?Guest Bio:Jeremy Pelton is the Director of Admissions for Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Campus VisitPreview DayVirtual Preview Day May 20Amazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degree programs designed to equip you be more effective in full-time ministry or as a lay leader: SBTS.EDU/EXPLOREFollow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship 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.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss Romans 13 and political theology. Questions Covered in This Episode:Does the bible have a uniform political theology?What does the bible have to say about submitting to governing authorities?What are some of the principles undergirding Paul’s words in this passage?What about bad rulers?How do we know when we should be like “Bonhoeffer”? How do we act?How do we honor our governing authorities without treating them as God?Paul transitions in V. 8 to the local and proximate and personal: And continues to reinforce our moral responsibilities to the “other.”Paul’s urgent eschatology in VV. 11-14?Helpful Definitions:Eschatology: The doctrine of the last things.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Romans 13, Romans 12“Resurrection and Moral Order” by Oliver O’DonovanKnowing Faith Episode #143 – Romans 12:9-21Knowing Faith Romans ResourcesAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degree programs designed to equip you be more effective in full-time ministry or as a lay leader: SBTS.EDU/EXPLOREFollow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship 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.

Kyle Worley is joined by Dr. Bill Cook to answer the question, why is it crucial to understand the events of Jesus’ final week?Questions Covered in This Episode:Why is it crucial to understand the events of Jesus’ final week?What is one of the most neglected events of that week?What is something that is overlooked in the judicial proceedings?Guest Bio:Dr. Bill Cook is Professor of New Testament Interpretation at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and the author of several books, including: Spiritual Warfare in the Storyline of Scripture: A Biblical, Theological, and Practical Approach And the recently released:  Jesus’s Final Week: From Triumphal Entry to Empty Tomb.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:John 13:1-17“Jesus’s Final Week” by William CookAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degree programs designed to equip you be more effective in full-time ministry or as a lay leader: SBTS.EDU/EXPLOREFollow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship 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.