Knowing Faith

Listeners are treated to a humorous take on the contrast between Christmas and New Year celebrations. The hosts share personal writing journeys and discuss the deep discipleship program for church leaders. The conversation touches on theological concepts, like dispensationalism versus covenant theology, while emphasizing humility in faith. Practical advice is offered for starting women's Bible studies within churches. They explore prayer and communion dynamics, culminating in a rich conversation about the balance of human will and God's sovereignty.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue the story of scripture by looking at the wisdom literature and the prophets. Questions Covered in This Episode:What happens from the time Israel departs Sinai until the end of the Old Testament?What is wisdom literature? Why does it matter?Which book has been the most formative for you?How is wisdom situational?What is exile?What role do the prophets play in the story of the Bible?What confuses people when they read the prophets?How do we read in the prophets?Helpful Definitions:Wisdom Literature: Jobs, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon. These books help us to live well in the face of God in all life's circumstances.Exile: Being sent out of the presence of God. Resources Mentioned in this Episode:1 Kings 8, Genesis 3“Three Philosophies of Life” by Peter Kreeft 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.

Kyle Worley is joined by Jason Duesing to answer the question, “What is the purpose of a confession of faith if we already have the Bible?Questions Covered in This Episode:What is the purpose of a confession of faith if we already have the Bible?What is a helpful way to read confessions of faith?In your view, what is the most significant Baptist confession?Guest Bio:Jason Duesing serves as the Provost, Senior Vice President for Academic Administration, and Professor of Historical Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He came to MBTS after serving for more than a decade on the administrative leadership team and faculty at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. Duesing earned his Ph.D. in Historical Theology and Baptist Studies from Southwestern Seminary in 2008. He also holds a M.Div. from Southeastern Seminary and a B.A. in Speech Communications from Texas A&M University in College Station. Duesing is married to Kalee, and together they have four children. 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.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley to discuss the Exodus event and how it’s impactful for understanding the rest of Scripture.Questions Covered in This Episode:What do we learn about God in the Exodus event?How is Exodus a birth and a decreation narrative?What do we learn about deliverance and redemption from Exodus?How does Exodus create a paradigm for understanding salvation throughout the Bible?Why does God want people to have the law?As a Christian, must I obey the Ten Commandments? What is my relationship to the Ten Commandments?What role does the law play in our spiritual formation?How does what happens at Sinai connect with the 4 Ps?Why is this event worth giving this much attention to?What core doctrines do we learn about in Exodus?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Exodus 3:14, Genesis 1-2Knowing Faith Exodus Episodes“Drama of Scripture”  by Craig Bartholomew and Michael W. Goheen“Remember and Rehearse” by JT English 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.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the covenants in the Bible and why it's important to understand them.Questions Covered in This Episode:What happens in Genesis 1-11?What is a covenant?What are some covenants we find in the Bible?How do covenants form a structure for reading and interpreting the Bible’s story?What is involved and entailed in the covenant with Abraham?What are the core promises of God’s covenant with Abraham?How does the covenant with Abraham shape the rest of the story?In the covenant with Moses, what is entailed or unveiled?Why do people find that the story of the bible opens up for them as they come to understand the significance and structure of covenants?Helpful Definitions:Covenant: Promise in which God obligates Himself to His people to act on their behalf.Pactum Salutis: Covenant in which God has said He is going to secure and save for Himself a people in Christ Jesus. (Exists before creation.)Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Genesis 1-11, 12, 15, Ephesians 1, Revelation 13, 2 Samuel 7, Jeremiah 31, Genesis 22TGC25“Words of Life” by Timothy Ward 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.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the themes, imagery, and encouragement found in Revelation 10-11.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is the Old Testament imagery found in 10:1?Why is the scroll sweet to the taste, but bitter to the tummy?What are the themes we have seen so far?What is going on with the measuring of the temple? What does it signify?How does a reader understand what is going on in Revelation 11:1-3?What is going on with the “two witnesses”?What happens to these witnesses, and why is it significant?In verse 11, why is it 3 and a half days?What is the seventh trumpet?How does Revelation 10-11 encourage us as Christ’s people?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Revelation 10-11, Exodus 15:22-25, Ezekiel 3:1-7, 33, 1 Corinthians 3, Hebrews, 1 Peter, Zachari 4, 1 Kings 17:1, Matthew 17, Revelation 16:18, Joshua 6:20“Revelation: Eternal King, Everlasting Kingdom” by Jen Wilkin 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.

Jared Wilson, Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry and author, and Patrick Schreiner, New Testament scholar and theologian, engage in a lively Q&A at a theological conference. They tackle whether the gospel is political and the nuances of doctrinal disagreements. They offer tips for sharing faith with those unfamiliar with church culture, explore gender dynamics in ministry, and discuss the importance of humility in leadership. The conversation wraps up with reflections on becoming more like Jesus and navigating personal faith journeys.

Jared Wilson, Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry and author, and Patrick Schreiner, Associate Professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology, delve into the essence of the gospel. They explore whether the gospel is primarily a story or doctrine, stressing Christ's centrality. The duo discusses the importance of gospel centrality in personal transformation and the delicate balance between grace and morality in preaching. They also touch on the interplay between faith and government, urging listeners to engage thoughtfully with both realms.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the doctrine of sin; what is it and what it means for us.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is a good definition of sin?What is the story of sin? What is happening in Genesis 3?What is Exile, and why is it significant?What is a sin of commission? What is a sin of omission?What does it mean to be Augustinian in our view of sin?Is sin individual, or has sin impacted the world at large?Helpful Definitions:Hamartiology: Doctrine of SinSin: Rebellion against God.Fractures our relationship with God, one another, the created order, and ourselves.Total Depravity: We have a sinful nature because of Adam and Eve.Exile: Lost access as humanity to the beatific presence with God.The experience of pain and suffering that results from the knowledge that there is a home where one belongs, yet for the present one is unable to return there. Sin of commission: A sin that we commit, an action.Sin of omission: What we have left undone.Augustinian:Gen 1-2: Able to not sin.Gen 3: Not able to not sin.Post Christ's life: Able to not sin.Future: Not able to sin.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Romans 5, Genesis 1-3, Romans 3“Remember and Rehearse: An Invitation to Participate in God's Story” by JT English“Formed for Fellowship: Becoming What You Behold” by Kyle Worley 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.

The discussion delves into the rich imagery and symbolism within Revelation 8-9, particularly the significance of the seven trumpets and their connection to biblical judgments. Engaging comparisons are made between these apocalyptic events and the plagues of Egypt, emphasizing the cyclical nature of divine judgment and restoration. The speakers explore the role of significant symbols like the eagle and the fallen star, while also addressing the importance of humility and self-reflection in understanding cataclysmic events as potential divine messages.