Knowing Faith

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley wrap up their season-long discussion of the book of Acts.Questions Covered in This Episode:Paul gets bit by a snake?Paul ends up healing many on the island. Does God still heal like this?Paul heads to Rome and finally arrives there and it seems like he has some freedom there?Acts ends with a cliffhanger. What happened to Paul?Q&A:How are we supposed to view deception as it plays out in redemptive history?Why did Jesus say “it is finished” before he was resurrected?Influential books?What are good resources to give someone who does not believe the Bible is trustworthy?Why do New Testament writers change words when they quote the Old Testament?Is my NIV Bible trustworthy? I have heard it is not a good translation?What are your thoughts on virtual communion?Favorite Bible commentary?Did Jesus descend to hell for three days?Book recommendations on Christology or trinity? Is New Testament election the same or different than the chosen people of Israel in the Old Testament?How should a Christian respond to the tension between election and praying for the lost?Why do you think beatific vision is so under sourced in recent church history?On google it claims that Augustine used stoicism or other forms of philosophy to interpret the Bible, is that true? And if so, is that okay?What will happen to Knowing Faith?Helpful Definitions:The Noble Lie: A lie that you tell for the benefit of injustice not being able to be perpetrated. Categorical Imperative: You could never do that which you would not do in any circumstance at any time among any people.Beatific Vision: Our greatest hope is to behold the face of God and enjoy his presence.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 28, Acts 14, Exodus 1:7, Esther, Genesis 1-2, Revelation 21, Ephesians 4:8, Romans 9-11“Acts” by Howard Marshall“On the Incarnation” by Saint Athanasius“On the Trinity” by Saint Augustine of Hippo“Augustine of Hippo” by Peter Brown“The Holiness of God” by R.C. Sproul“Confessions” by Saint AugustineThe Valley of Vision“Paul: An Outline of his Theology” by Herman Ridderbos“The Drama of Doctrine” by Kevin Vanhoozer“Paul and Union with Christ” by Constantine R. Campbell“Calvin: Institutes of the Christian Religion” by John CalvinKnowing Faith Episode #58 – What Did Christ Do with Matthew Emerson“Canon Revisited” by Michael KrugerCanon Fodder“The New Testament Use of the Old Testament” Article by Dan G. McCartney“An Old Testament Theology” by Bruce K. WaltkeStoryline Fellowship“He Descended to the Dead” by Matthew Emerson“God the Son Incarnate” by Stephen J. Wellum“Delighting in the Trinity” by Michael Reeves“The Trinity” by Gilles Emery“The Trinity” by Scott Swain“Trinity, Revelation, and Reading” by Scott Swain“Reformed Dogmatics” by Herman Bavinck“Grounded in Heaven” by Michael Allen Training the ChurchAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by HOPE International:Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithJen, JT, and Kyle wrap up their season-long discussion of the book of Acts. Sponsored by HOPE International: Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.  Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast  | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchMidwestern Seminary is excited to announce FTC Talks, exclusive conversations with MBTS faculty about ministry related topics. Completely online and FREE, you can sign up for any and all FTC Talks today at mbts.edu/ftctalks to reserve your spot. Join us for talks about women's discipleship, God's heart for the nations, gospel-driven ministry, Spurgeon's pastoral ministry, and how every Christian is a counselor. We hope these conversations will spur you on in your service to the local church and help you connect with even more ministry leaders and friends across the country. Sign up today at mbts.edu/ftctalks.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 explore how to think about global crises and what the Bible says about the “last days.”Questions Covered in This Episode:It is not uncommon, in the face of global crises, for conversations to pick back up regarding the end times, the last day, the end of the world, the 2nd coming of Christ. Have you heard this or felt it during these strange days of the world reeling from the COVID pandemic?Why does it seem like people are drawn to this question/idea?How do you respond when someone asks you, “Are we living in the end times?”Is Jesus's return imminent?Should we live as though his return is imminent? What does that look like?What are the different views on the end times?What are the essential beliefs about the end of the world?Q&A:What is the significance of the daughters of Zelophehad, historian numbers, why would that provision have already been in the law?How would I talk about the end times with high school students?What is orthodox belief?Helpful Definitions:False Stories: All of us are living in the midst of a narrative that informs us on what the good life is. By default all of us are living in false stories and need to be invited to participate in the true story - the Christian story.Progressivism: The story that says, “Things are continually getting better.” Advancements in science, technology, economics, etc., are constantly improving the human condition. The good life is the belief that through human ingenuity, we are better today than yesterday and we will be better tomorrow than we were today.Pre-Millennialism: The view on the end times that we are existing prior to a millennial reign of Christ Jesus, it typically treats the millennial reign as a defined 1,000 year period that will occur. Within this view there are different views on the rapture and tribulation.Amillennialism: The view on the end times that the millennial rule and reign of Christ is a real thing but doesn’t have a time signature. With the coming of Christ Jesus, there was a millennial rule and reign that we are currently living in that is between the already and the not yet. We are living in the millennial rule and reign of Christ Jesus that will be consummated in the second coming of Christ Jesus. Typically do not hold to a view of rapture or tribulation.Post-Millennialism: The view on the end times that a progressive reality that Christ Jesus has inaugurated the Kingdom of God and that even now is beginning to restore, remake, and recreate the world through Christ Jesus’ rule and reign and the Spirit empowering life of God’s people, the body of Christ on earth, who are functioning as the primary ministers of reconciliation bringing all things back into union with Christ Jesus. Either believe this is going to happen after a defined period of time has elapsed, or that this will happen progressively over time and be consummated with the return of Jesus Christ.Theological Triage: The effort to rank different doctrines differently.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Matthew 23-26, 1 Thessalonians 4-5, Revelation 20-21, Matthew 16The Apostles’ Creed“Three Views on the Millennium and Beyond” by Darrell L. Bock“Revelation 1-11” The Bible Project“Revelation 12-22” The Bible Project“The Last Battle” by C.S. LewisNicene CreedChalcedonian CreedAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by HOPE International:Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithJen, JT, and Kyle explore how to think about global crises and what the Bible says about the “last days.” Sponsored by HOPE International: Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.  Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast  | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchMidwestern Seminary is excited to announce FTC Talks, exclusive conversations with MBTS faculty about ministry related topics. Completely online and FREE, you can sign up for any and all FTC Talks today at mbts.edu/ftctalks to reserve your spot. Join us for talks about women's discipleship, God's heart for the nations, gospel-driven ministry, Spurgeon's pastoral ministry, and how every Christian is a counselor. We hope these conversations will spur you on in your service to the local church and help you connect with even more ministry leaders and friends across the country. Sign up today at mbts.edu/ftctalks.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 discussing Acts. On this episode, Paul is in Felix’s custody, meets Festus and Agrippa, is sent to Rome, and ends up shipwrecked.Questions Covered in This Episode:Festus meets with Paul and Paul appeals to Caesar (Acts 25:1-12). Why can Paul do this?Who is Agrippa to Festus? What’s the chain of command here?How does Paul’s defense begin?How does Agrippa respond?Then Paul is shipped to Rome, does this remind us of any other stories?What theologians and Christian writers of color would you recommend?What resources do you use to get an understanding of the things you are talking about?Helpful Definitions:Epistemology: The discipline that investigates the nature of knowledge, how knowledge works, and what it means “to know” something. How do we know what is true?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 25-27, Jonah, Genesis 6:11–9:19Storyline Fellowship“A Little Manual for Knowing” by Esther Meek“Loving to Know” by Esther Meek“The Scandal of the Evangelical Mind” by Mark NollCSB Tony Evans Study BibleDr. Carl Ellis & K.A. EllisJackie Hill Perry“The Bible, Disability, and the Church” by Amos Yong“Prophetic Lament” by Soong-Chan Rah“Introducing Black Theology” by Bruce Fields“Doctrine That Dances” by Robert SmithRobert Smith PreachingCharlie Dates Preaching“God’s Very Good Idea” by Trillia Newbell“His Testimonies, My Heritage” by Kristie Anyabwile“Prayer: How Praying Together Shapes the Church” by John Onwuchekwa“The MacArthur New Testament Commentary: Acts 1-12” by John MacArthur“The MacArthur New Testament Commentary: Acts 13-28” by John MacArthur“Acts (Expositional Commentary)” by Dr. James Montgomery BoiceAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by HOPE International:Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithJen, JT, and Kyle continue discussing Acts. On this episode, Paul is in Felix’s custody, meets Festus and Agrippa, is sent to Rome, and ends up shipwrecked. Sponsored by HOPE International: Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.  Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast  | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchMidwestern Seminary is excited to announce FTC Talks, exclusive conversations with MBTS faculty about ministry related topics. Completely online and FREE, you can sign up for any and all FTC Talks today at mbts.edu/ftctalks to reserve your spot. Join us for talks about women's discipleship, God's heart for the nations, gospel-driven ministry, Spurgeon's pastoral ministry, and how every Christian is a counselor. We hope these conversations will spur you on in your service to the local church and help you connect with even more ministry leaders and friends across the country. Sign up today at mbts.edu/ftctalks.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

Pastor, professor, and author, Dr. Gregg Allison, joins Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley for a discussion on the Holy Spirit.Questions Covered in This Episode:Who is the Holy Spirit?What does the Spirit do?What is the chief confusion you find among students when considering the doctrine of the Holy Spirit?How do you discern if something is actually the work of the Spirit?The role of the Spirit in the Old Testament vs. the New Testament…How did the doctrine of the Holy Spirit develop from the early church fathers, through the medieval period into the Reformation?So, for the last century or so, through Charismatic renewal movements...the doctrine of the Spirit has occasionally been involved in intramural skirmishes. Particularly around the spiritual gifts, specifically what are sometimes called the “sign” or the “miraculous” gifts. How can our views on the gifts of the Spirit be strengthened by deeper reflection on the person of the Spirit?Helpful Definitions:Eternal Procession: The Holy Spirit’s unique attribute in relation to the Father and Son: He has always come from the Father and the Son and will continue to do so forever. All things are from the Father, through the Son and by the Spirit.Eternally Begotten: The Son’s unique attribute in relation to the Father and the Spirit: the Son is sourced in the Father, but there was never a time when the Son began. All things are from the Father, through the Son and by the Spirit. Christology: The eternally begotten Son, who shares in the divine nature assumed upon Himself a fully human nature in the incarnation. Jesus is truly God and truly Man.Guest Bio:Dr. Gregg Allison is a professor of Christian Theology at Southern Seminary. Prior to joining the faculty of Southern, Dr. Allison was a professor at Western Seminary, and prior to that He served with campus crusade for Christ for 18 years, was a missionary in Italy and Switzerland. Dr. Allison is the author of numerous books including: Historical Theology: An Introduction to Christian Doctrine, Sojourners and Strangers: The Doctrine of the Church, and Roman Catholic Theology and Practice: An Evangelical Assessment. On top of writing and teaching, Dr. Allison serves as a pastor at Sojourn Community Church in Louisville, KY.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Ephesians 5:18, 2 Peter 3:21, John 15-16, Acts 19:20-21, John 14, Luke 11:13“The Holy Spirit” by Dr. Gregg AllisonKnowing Faith  Episode #4 - Are Catholics and Protestants One Big Family with Dr. Gregg Allsion“Historical Theology” by Dr. Gregg Allison“Sojourners and Strangers” by Dr. Gregg Allison“None Like Him” by Jen Wilkin“In His Image” by Jen Wilkin“Calvin: Institutes of the Christian Religion” by John CalvinAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by HOPE International:Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithPastor, professor, and author, Dr. Gregg Allison, joins Jen, JT, and Kyle for a discussion on the Holy Spirit. Sponsored by HOPE International: Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.  Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast  | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchMidwestern Seminary is excited to announce FTC Talks, exclusive conversations with MBTS faculty about ministry related topics. Completely online and FREE, you can sign up for any and all FTC Talks today at mbts.edu/ftctalks to reserve your spot. Join us for talks about women's discipleship, God's heart for the nations, gospel-driven ministry, Spurgeon's pastoral ministry, and how every Christian is a counselor. We hope these conversations will spur you on in your service to the local church and help you connect with even more ministry leaders and friends across the country. Sign up today at mbts.edu/ftctalks.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 join Paul as he is on trial before people, rulers, and tribunals and eventually ends up in prison.Questions Covered in This Episode:Last time we left off with Paul standing on the steps outside of the military barracks, he was just about to speak to the people who had almost just killed him. What does he say?Why does the crowd react this way?Paul does something interesting in 22:25. What is it?Paul is then brought before the council of Jewish leaders and has an interesting exchange. What does he say?23:12 -- is crazy?!What is unique about the exchange between Paul and Felix in 24?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 22-24“Dominion” by Tom HollandAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by HOPE International:Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithOn episode 76 of Knowing Faith we join Paul as he is on trial before people, rulers, and tribunals and eventually ends up in prison. Sponsored by HOPE International: Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.  Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast  | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchMidwestern Seminary is excited to announce FTC Talks, exclusive conversations with MBTS faculty about ministry related topics. Completely online and FREE, you can sign up for any and all FTC Talks today at mbts.edu/ftctalks to reserve your spot. Join us for talks about women's discipleship, God's heart for the nations, gospel-driven ministry, Spurgeon's pastoral ministry, and how every Christian is a counselor. We hope these conversations will spur you on in your service to the local church and help you connect with even more ministry leaders and friends across the country. Sign up today at mbts.edu/ftctalks.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 of Acts 20 and 21, talking about Paul's time in Ephesus, Agabus, and his speech to the Ephesian elders.Questions Covered in This Episode:Acts 20 opens up with what is essentially a map.We then get this fascinating story with Eutychus.Does Paul raise Eutychus from the dead?What is Paul saying in his speech to the Ephesian elders?Let's take a closer look at Acts 20:36-38.What is going on in the Agabus encounter in Acts 21:10-14? Is Agabus a prophet?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 20-21Knowing Faith Episode #58 - What Did Christ Do? with Matthew EmersonAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by HOPE International:Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithJen, JT, and Kyle continue their discussion of Acts 20 and 21, talking about Paul's time in Ephesus, Agabus, and his speech to the Ephesian elders. Sponsored by HOPE International: Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.  Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast  | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchMidwestern Seminary is excited to announce FTC Talks, exclusive conversations with MBTS faculty about ministry related topics. Completely online and FREE, you can sign up for any and all FTC Talks today at mbts.edu/ftctalks to reserve your spot. Join us for talks about women's discipleship, God's heart for the nations, gospel-driven ministry, Spurgeon's pastoral ministry, and how every Christian is a counselor. We hope these conversations will spur you on in your service to the local church and help you connect with even more ministry leaders and friends across the country. Sign up today at mbts.edu/ftctalks.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 wrap up their discussion of the Apostles' Creed that they began last fall. Tune in as they talk about big takeaways and why the Creed is so important.Questions Covered in This Episode:What stood out to you from our look at the creed? What do you find yourself going back to?Why does it end with “Amen?”Why is creedal orthodoxy so essential for us to recover?Should every church recite the apostles' creed?How does the creed help with bible literacy?How does the creed help us live the Christian life?The Apostles’ Creed:I believe in God, the Father Almighty,creator of heaven and earth,I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord,who was conceived by the Holy Spiritand born of the virgin Mary.He suffered under Pontius Pilate,was crucified, died, and was buried;He descended to hell.The third day He rose again from the dead.He ascended to heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty.From there He will come to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit,the holy catholic church,the communion of saints,the forgiveness of sins,the resurrection of the body,and the life everlasting. Amen.Helpful Definitions:Amen: So be it. Credo: Latin “I believe.”Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Knowing Faith Episode #58 - What Did Christ Do? with Matthew EmersonThe Apostles Creed“The Apostles' Creed - Bible Study Book: Together We Believe” by Matt Chandler“The Apostles’ Creed” by Ben Myers“Affirming the Apostles' Creed” by J.I. Packer“What Christians Ought to Believe” by Michael F. Bird“The Apostles’ Creed” by Al MohlerAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by HOPE International:Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithJT, Jen, and Kyle wrap up their discussion of the Apostles' Creed that they began last fall. Tune in as they talk about big takeaways and why the Creed is so important. Sponsored by HOPE International: Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.  Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast  | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchMidwestern Seminary is excited to announce FTC Talks, exclusive conversations with MBTS faculty about ministry related topics. Completely online and FREE, you can sign up for any and all FTC Talks today at mbts.edu/ftctalks to reserve your spot. Join us for talks about women's discipleship, God's heart for the nations, gospel-driven ministry, Spurgeon's pastoral ministry, and how every Christian is a counselor. We hope these conversations will spur you on in your service to the local church and help you connect with even more ministry leaders and friends across the country. Sign up today at mbts.edu/ftctalks.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 walking through the book of Acts. On this episode, they explore chapters 20 and 21 where we read about a speech from Paul, the story of Eutychus, and an introduction to the phrase, "The Way."Questions Covered in This Episode:In Acts 16, Paul and Silas are in jail, an earthquake happens and then the jailer is saved, what compels him to believe?Paul invokes this idea of Roman citizenship, what is that?Let’s discuss Paul’s speech to the Areopagus (Acts 17:22-34)...Why is it significant that Paul is a tent maker?Let’s talk about Priscilla and Aquila pulling Apollos aside…What is second baptism or baptism of the Spirit?What is happening here with the sons of Sceva?What’s going on in Ephesus?Helpful Definitions:Empiricism: The quest for knowledge is sourced in sensory experience and nature.Stoicism: The good life is lived by becoming virtuous by abstinence. Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 16-19, Acts 22Knowing Faith Special Episode: Jesus the Philosopher with Dr. Jonathan PenningtonAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by HOPE International:Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithJen, JT, and Kyle continue walking through the book of Acts. On this episode, they explore chapters 20 and 21 where we read about a speech from Paul, the story of Eutychus, and an introduction to the phrase, "The Way." Sponsored by HOPE International: Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.  Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast  | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchMidwestern Seminary is excited to announce FTC Talks, exclusive conversations with MBTS faculty about ministry related topics. Completely online and FREE, you can sign up for any and all FTC Talks today at mbts.edu/ftctalks to reserve your spot. Join us for talks about women's discipleship, God's heart for the nations, gospel-driven ministry, Spurgeon's pastoral ministry, and how every Christian is a counselor. We hope these conversations will spur you on in your service to the local church and help you connect with even more ministry leaders and friends across the country. Sign up today at mbts.edu/ftctalks.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

On this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the last line of the Apostles’ Creed, “Life everlasting.” They talk about the difference between “eternal” and “forever,” and what we are promised in Scripture.Questions Covered in This Episode:Are we promised eternal life in scripture?Why is this in the creed?What different modes of living forever exist? Are there different states of everlasting life?What do we mean when we say separation from God?The Apostles’ Creed:I believe in God, the Father Almighty,creator of heaven and earth,I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord,who was conceived by the Holy Spiritand born of the virgin Mary.He suffered under Pontius Pilate,was crucified, died, and was buried;He descended to hell.The third day He rose again from the dead.He ascended to heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty.From there He will come to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit,the holy catholic church,the communion of saints,the forgiveness of sins,the resurrection of the body,and the life everlasting. Amen.Helpful Definitions:Beatific Vision: Our greatest hope is to behold the face of God and enjoy his presence. Resources Mentioned in This Episode:John 3:16, John 5:28-29, John 10:10The Apostles Creed“Better: A Study of Hebrews” by Jen Wilkin“Deep Discipleship” by JT English“Grounded in Heaven” by Michael Allen“The Skeletons in God’s Closet” by Joshua Ryan ButlerCulture Matters Episode #34 - Apologetics, Hard Conversations & the Phenomenon of Stranger ThingsAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by HOPE International:Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithOn this episode, Jen, JT, and Kyle discuss the last line of the Apostles’ Creed, “Life everlasting.” They talk about the different between “eternal” and “forever,” and what we are promised in Scripture. Sponsored by HOPE International: Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.  Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast  | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchMidwestern Seminary is excited to announce FTC Talks, exclusive conversations with MBTS faculty about ministry related topics. Completely online and FREE, you can sign up for any and all FTC Talks today at mbts.edu/ftctalks to reserve your spot. Join us for talks about women's discipleship, God's heart for the nations, gospel-driven ministry, Spurgeon's pastoral ministry, and how every Christian is a counselor. We hope these conversations will spur you on in your service to the local church and help you connect with even more ministry leaders and friends across the country. Sign up today at mbts.edu/ftctalks.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 through the book of Acts, digging into the story of a seller of purple goods, a Philippian jailer, and an unknown god.Questions Covered in This Episode:Right off the bat in Acts 16 we encounter a friend and co-worker of Paul who will factor in heavily to his future ministry from here on in: Timothy. What does he share in common with Paul?What should we make of Acts 16:7 - “...but the Spirit of Jesus did not allow them…?”So, women are gathering to pray on the Sabbath and they meet a woman named Lydia. Why are they down by the river?Why does Luke mention she is a seller of purple goods?Household baptisms? What are they?Wait, Paul gets annoyed? Isn’t he an apostle?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 16, Philippians 1:19Amazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by HOPE International:Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithEpisode 71 continues through the book of Acts, digging into the story of a seller of purple goods, a Philippian jailer, and an unknown god. Sponsored by HOPE International: Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Poverty, written by HOPE International President and CEO Peter Greer. HOPE International focuses on alleviating physical and spiritual poverty in 16 countries through Christ-centered microenterprise development.  Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast  | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchMidwestern Seminary is excited to announce FTC Talks, exclusive conversations with MBTS faculty about ministry related topics. Completely online and FREE, you can sign up for any and all FTC Talks today at mbts.edu/ftctalks to reserve your spot. Join us for talks about women's discipleship, God's heart for the nations, gospel-driven ministry, Spurgeon's pastoral ministry, and how every Christian is a counselor. We hope these conversations will spur you on in your service to the local church and help you connect with even more ministry leaders and friends across the country. Sign up today at mbts.edu/ftctalks.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.