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Sep 12, 2018 • 42min

#21 – This is Knowing Faith: Season 2

On the first episode of season two, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley talk about their summers, a few updates and what to expect on this season of Knowing Faith.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is the Knowing Faith podcast?What did we talk about last season? What was the most memorable episode or moment?What are we covering this season?Why did you feel strongly about doing a bible study on 1st and 2nd Samuel? As we head into the Training Program’s 4th year, what are the biggest surprises after three years of doing theological education in the local church?What are you reading/did you read over the summer?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Mosaic Church“What is a Disciple?” JT English SermonKnowing Faith Episode #4 - Are Catholics and Protestants One Big Family with Dr. Gregg AllisonKnowing Faith Episode #12 - The Story of the Holy Spirit with Tim MackieKnowing Faith Episode #7 - The Best Sermon Ever with Dr. PenningtonKnowing Faith Episode #3 - Is God Three or One?Knowing Faith Episode #10 - Brothers & Sisters: Can We Do Theology Together?“Paul an Apostles Journey” by Douglas Campbell“The Great Omission” by Dallas Willard“Gospel of the Kingdom” by George Eldon Ladd“Some Pastors and Teachers” by Sinclair B. Ferguson“The Vanishing American Adult” by Ben SasseAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithOn the first episode of season two, the crew talks about their summers, a few updates and what to expect on this season of Knowing Faith. Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast  | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurch Midwestern 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. (feel free to riff off this, but this is the content).To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.
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Jul 19, 2018 • 54min

#20 – Questions, Answers, & a Little Bit of Debate

On this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Elizabeth Woodson to answer theological questions from our listeners. Listen to the crew discuss (and debate) topics like how we should read passages about Israel in 2018 or why God seems to be silent about the treatment of women…Questions Covered in This Episode:Are Israel and the Church the same in the New covenant? How should we read passages about Israel in 2018? Do they relate to current events in the state of Israel?Why does God seem to be silent in the OT regarding the treatment of women/multiple wives/treating women like property? There is harsh punishment for other things…What will the role of the Holy Spirit be in eternity? Kyle, what brand of toothpaste do you use? What brand of laundry detergent does Kyle use to get the toothpaste out of his shirt? How can we understand God’s moral will versus His sovereign will? He commands: Thou shalt not kill. Yet, he orders the genocide of the Canaanites by the Israelites. Are you a cessationist or continuationist and why?Is the Village a Baptist church? Why are you a baptist?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Genesis 12:1-3, Romans 9, Galatians 3, Romans 11:1-2, Romans 11:11, Romans 11:25-26, Romans 11:29, Exodus 21, Deuteronomy 4, John 15:26“Progressive Dispensationalism” by Craig Blaising “Kingdom Through Covenant: A Biblical-Theological Understanding of the Covenants” by Gentry and Wellum“God's Kingdom through God's Covenants: A Concise Biblical Theology” by Gentry and WellumCulture Matters Episode #34 - Apologetics, Hard Conversations & the Phenomenon of Stranger Things“Is God a Moral Monster” by Paul CopanSBCNAMBERLCAmazon 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, we answer theological questions from our listeners. Listen to the crew discuss (and debate) topics like how we should read passages about Israel in 2018 or why God seems to be silent about the treatment of women in the Old Testament. 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/trainingthechurch Midwestern 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. (feel free to riff off this, but this is the content).To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.
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Jul 5, 2018 • 28min

#19 – Can You Trust Your Bible with Dr. Michael Kruger

Dr. Michael Kruger discusses the Bible's trustworthiness and origins, addressing misconceptions about the canon. The episode explores self-authentication in scripture, doubts about the Bible, and the importance of seeking answers to strengthen faith.
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Jun 21, 2018 • 30min

#18 – In His Image with Jen Wilkin

JT English and Kyle Worley chat with Jen Wilkin about her new book, “In His Image,” and how we, as limited humans, might strive to display the character of our limitless God.Questions Covered in This Episode:Jen, how many books have you written and what are they all about? What’s the elevator pitch for “In His Image?”I want to know God’s will for my life. What should I do?What is the difference between incommunicable and communicable attributes?Is holiness given a preeminent standing in describing the character of God?How do I become like Christ?When you think of patience in particular, what are some ways patience and power work together?Helpful Definitions:Incommunicable Attributes: Things that can only be true of God. Communicable Attributes: Things that are true about God that can also be true about us. Resources Mentioned in This Episode:“Women of the Word” by Jen Wilkin“None Like Him” by Jen Wilkin“In His Image” by Jen Wilkin“The Holiness of God” RC Sproul “Patient Ferment of the Early Church” by Alan KreiderAmazon 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/knowingfaithShow Notes:In His ImageNone Like Him 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/trainingthechurch Midwestern 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. (feel free to riff off this, but this is the content).To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.
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Jun 7, 2018 • 33min

#17 – Theology 101

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the basics of developing a theological method, like looking to your Bible, utilizing your community and praying for the Holy Spirit to reveal truth.Questions Covered in This Episode:When presented with a theological question, assigned a topic, or have an interest peaked...where do you start? Where do you go from there?What are common pitfalls in theological study? How do you avoid them?How to build a biblical and theological library? Outside of scripture, what is your go to resource?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:The Nicene CreedChalcedonian CreedThe Apostles Creed“Calvin: Institutes of the Christian Religion” by John Calvin“Reformed Dogmatics” by Herman Bavinck“Systematic Theology” by Louis Berkhof“Essential Truths of the Christian Faith” by RC Sproul The New City Catechism“The Doctrine of God” by John Frame“The Doctrine of the Christian Life” by John Frame“The Doctrine of the Knowledge of God” by John FrameAmazon 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/knowingfaithShow Notes:Knowing Faith, Ep. 8 – ”Do You Even Theology, Bro?”Knowing Faith, Ep. 10 – ”Brothers & Sisters: Can We Do Theology Together?”“Bad Theology Kills” Article on TVC Resources 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/trainingthechurch Midwestern 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. (feel free to riff off this, but this is the content).To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.
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May 24, 2018 • 35min

#16 – The End of the World as We Know It

Join Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley as they discuss eschatology—the end of the world—through the lens of Matthew 23 – 25.Questions Covered in This Episode:Focusing in on Matt. 23-25, what is going on in these chapters? Are there any unique features of these chapters?Is Matthew 24 about the past, present, or future?Is Matthew 25 about the past, present, or future?What is the relationship between God’s judgment described in these chapters and the love of God?Helpful Definitions:Woe: “Is a pronouncement of doom with pity”Intertestamental Period: 400 years of silence between the Old Testament and the New Testament. Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Matthew 23-25, Ezekiel 10:18, Ezekiel 11:23, DanielThe Gospel of Matthew Part 1 The Village Church The Gospel of Matthew Part 2 The Village Church 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/knowingfaithShow Notes:The Kingdom Remade 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/trainingthechurch Midwestern 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. (feel free to riff off this, but this is the content).To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.
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May 10, 2018 • 28min

#15 – Playing God with Andy Crouch

Explore the intersections of theology, culture, power, and institutions with Andy Crouch. Discover the importance of creative power over coercion in the church. Delve into the impact of coercive power on theology, relationships, and human flourishing.
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Apr 19, 2018 • 33min

#14 – The Cross-Shaped Kingdom with Jeremy Treat

Discussing the connection between the kingdom and the cross, Jeremy Treat explores how the crucifixion of Jesus is an enthronement ceremony reshaping gospel narratives. They delve into the unity of the kingdom and the cross, challenging the divide in theological discussions. The episode explores the humiliation and exaltation of Christ, emphasizing the victory of the crucified king. Traditional theological views like Christus Victor and penal substitutionary atonement are also discussed.
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Apr 5, 2018 • 36min

#13 – So, What’s Triumphal About a Donkey?

Explore the significance of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem and the symbolic meaning of him riding on a donkey. Discover the themes of kingship in the book of Matthew and the foreshadowing of Jesus as the true king. Delve into the chaos of Jesus flipping tables in the temple and the connection to his authority over religious life. Learn about the importance of studying scriptures and engaging in community-based theology for a deeper understanding of Jesus.
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Mar 22, 2018 • 32min

#12 – The Story of the Holy Spirit with Tim Mackie

Join Jen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley, and Tim Mackie as they explore the evolution of the Holy Spirit's role from the Old to the New Testament, debunk common misconceptions, and discuss the transformative power of the Spirit in believers' lives. Learn about the Bible Project's mission to create engaging animated videos exploring Scripture and how the Spirit empowers the church today.

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