
Reformation Fellowship
Welcome to the Reformation Fellowship Podcast. Reformation Fellowship provides support and fellowship to all who would stand for the reformation of Christ's Church worldwide. We long to see the Church revitalized by the gospel and seek to encourage all who share that vision. We gather together for gospel-hearted fellowship around gospel-minded theology. We are a ministry of Union, and gather around the following four values and convictions. Delight in God. We desire to know, love, and enjoy God. Grow in Christ. We long to be more fully alive in the truth, goodness, and beauty of Jesus. Serve the Church. We are a ministry for the Church, for the sake of the Church, that she might be fit for Christ. Bless the World. Joining God's mission to fill the earth with the glory of Jesus as we are led by the Spirit. If that is your desire as well, then friends, welcome to the Fellowship.
Latest episodes

Apr 29, 2022 • 33min
The Shape of Sonship with Clive Bowsher
In this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell talks with Dr. Clive Bowsher about how our shared sonship with Christ transforms our lives.Clive is a pastor-theologian with a passion for understanding and communicating the word of Christ. He leads and manages the School as Provost, and teaches and researches in NT and Biblical Theology. Previously, he served as lead minister of a local church in Oxfordshire, UK, and co-mentored Union’s Learning Community in Oxford. He brings extensive academic experience to the School, having held positions at the Universities of Oxford, Cambridge, Edinburgh and Bristol. His book, Life in the Son: Johannine Union, Oneness and Participation with Christ, is forthcoming in IVP’s New Studies in Biblical Theology series. He is married to Kerstin, and together they have a son, Alasdair.If you would like to connect with us and learn more about the Reformation Fellowship, please visit our website at reffellowship.orgMusic Copyright New Beginnings by Scott Holmes Music

Apr 2, 2022 • 37min
Pastoral Fellowship Groups with Andy Taylor and Michael Swindell
In this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell talks with Andy Taylor and Michael Swindell about how pastors can intentionally do life together and encourage one another. Andy Taylor has been the senior pastor of Arrow Heights since August of 2015. He is married to Laurie, and they have three children: Seth, Cole and Lexie. Andy earned a Bachelor of Arts in Religion (Bible emphasis) from Oklahoma Baptist University, a Masters of Divinity in Biblical languages from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, a Graduate Certificate in Christian Apologetics from Biola University, and a Doctor of Ministry in Expository Preaching from The Master’s Seminary. In addition, Andy served for over 8 years as a full-time US Army Chaplain. Michael Swindell is the connections and discipleship pastor at Wellspring Community Church in Hudsonville, MI. He is also a coach for those seeking to discern calling and identity, as well as leadership and ministry/career development. Michael has a B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies from Wheaton College and a Master of Divinity from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is a thankful husband and father of two.If you would like to connect with us and learn more about the Reformation Fellowship, please visit our website at reffellowship.orgMusic Copyright New Beginnings by Scott Holmes Music

Mar 17, 2022 • 34min
Eternal Life and Union with Christ with Clive Bowsher
In this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell talks with Dr. Clive Bowsher about the fulness of life that Jesus enjoys with Father and how we are invited into this life through our union with Christ.Clive is a pastor-theologian with a passion for understanding and communicating the word of Christ. He leads and manages the School as Provost, and teaches and researches in NT and Biblical Theology. Previously, he served as lead minister of a local church in Oxfordshire, UK, and co-mentored Union’s Learning Community in Oxford. He brings extensive academic experience to the School, having held positions at the Universities of Oxford, Cambridge, Edinburgh and Bristol. His book, Life in the Son: Johannine Union, Oneness and Participation with Christ, is forthcoming in IVP’s New Studies in Biblical Theology series. He is married to Kerstin, and together they have a son, Alasdair.If you would like to connect with us and learn more about the Reformation Fellowship, please visit our website at reffellowship.orgMusic Copyright New Beginnings by Scott Holmes Music

Mar 10, 2022 • 41min
What Jesus Has to Say About Life with Clive Bowsher
In this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell talks with Dr. Clive Bowsher about Jesus' teachings on eternal life found in John's Gospel.Clive is a pastor-theologian with a passion for understanding and communicating the word of Christ. He leads and manages the School as Provost, and teaches and researches in NT and Biblical Theology. Previously, he served as lead minister of a local church in Oxfordshire, UK, and co-mentored Union’s Learning Community in Oxford. He brings extensive academic experience to the School, having held positions at the Universities of Oxford, Cambridge, Edinburgh and Bristol. His book, Life in the Son: Johannine Union, Oneness and Participation with Christ, is forthcoming in IVP’s New Studies in Biblical Theology series. He is married to Kerstin, and together they have a son, Alasdair.If you would like to connect with us and learn more about the Reformation Fellowship, please visit our website at reffellowship.orgMusic Copyright New Beginnings by Scott Holmes Music

Mar 3, 2022 • 54min
How Church History Shapes Us Today with Michael Haykin
In this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell talks with Dr. Michael Haykin about what we can learn from our spiritual forerunners. Topics covered are evangelism, preaching, suffering, and more. Michael A. G. Haykin serves as the Chair and Professor of Church History and the Director of the Andrew Fuller Center for Baptist Studies at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. He is the author of a number of books, most of which are focused on fourth-century Patristic thought and British Dissent in the long eighteenth century. He was also recently appointed as the director for Union's Newton House.If you would like to connect with us and learn more about the Reformation Fellowship, please visit our website at reffellowship.orgMusic Copyright New Beginnings by Scott Holmes Music

Feb 24, 2022 • 39min
Iron Sharpens Iron with Michael Haykin
In this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell talks with Dr. Michael Haykin about the serious need for pastors to recover meaningful friendships in the ministry. Michael shares from experience, and provides examples from Scripture and Church history in order to cast a vision for friendships centered on the grace of God.Michael A. G. Haykin serves as the Chair and Professor of Church History and the Director of the Andrew Fuller Center for Baptist Studies at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. He is the author of a number of books, most of which are focused on fourth-century Patristic thought and British Dissent in the long eighteenth century. He was also recently appointed as the director for Union's Newton House.If you would like to connect with us and learn more about the Reformation Fellowship, please visit our website at reffellowship.orgMusic Copyright New Beginnings by Scott Holmes Music

Feb 17, 2022 • 33min
Is the Old Testament Christian? with Steffen Jenkins
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell concludes his conversation with Dr. Steffen Jenkins about the consistent message of justification by faith throughout Scripture. In this final conversation, Steffen helps us understand how the Old Testament is in fact Christian and applicable for the Church today. Before joining the Union faculty, Steffen was a Tutor in Biblical Languages at Tyndale House, Cambridge. He was also associate Minister of Chelmsford Presbyterian Church, having completed his PhD under Professor Gordon Wenham. Steffen is married to Sally-Ann, and together they have two sons, Ben and Daniel.If you would like to connect with us and learn more about the Reformation Fellowship, please visit our website at reffellowship.orgMusic Copyright New Beginnings by Scott Holmes Music

Feb 10, 2022 • 34min
Justification by Faith & Moses with Steffen Jenkins
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell continues his conversation with Dr. Steffen Jenkins about the consistent message of justification by faith throughout Scripture. In this second of three conversations, Steffen unpacks how Moses continues in the way of Abraham and being justified by faith. He gives particular attention to the addition of the Law and how the Law functions in light of grace. Before joining the Union faculty, Steffen was a Tutor in Biblical Languages at Tyndale House, Cambridge. He was also associate Minister of Chelmsford Presbyterian Church, having completed his PhD under Professor Gordon Wenham. Steffen is married to Sally-Ann, and together they have two sons, Ben and Daniel.If you would like to connect with us and learn more about the Reformation Fellowship, please visit our website at reffellowship.orgMusic Copyright New Beginnings by Scott Holmes Music

Feb 3, 2022 • 38min
Justification by Faith in Genesis with Steffen Jenkins
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell talks with Dr. Steffen Jenkins about the consistent message of justification by faith throughout Scripture. In the first of three conversations, Steffen begins with the book of Genesis as the starting place for God's redemptive plan of justifying sinners by grace through faith in His appointed Savior, Jesus Christ. Before joining the Union faculty, Steffen was a Tutor in Biblical Languages at Tyndale House, Cambridge. He was also associate Minister of Chelmsford Presbyterian Church, having completed his PhD under Professor Gordon Wenham. Steffen is married to Sally-Ann, and together they have two sons, Ben and Daniel.If you would like to connect with us and learn more about the Reformation Fellowship, please visit our website at reffellowship.orgMusic Copyright New Beginnings by Scott Holmes Music

Dec 23, 2021 • 32min
Servant Leadership with Joel Morris
In this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell concludes his time with Dr. Joel Morris. This time they chat about leadership, and how one can lead in such a way that they and those around them can spiritually flourish. Joel is Union’s Executive Director, overseeing the strategic and operational direction of the organisation. He is a leader and trustee of Grace Community Church, Porthcawl. He has been a missionary working in 28 countries with Operation Mobilisation before a doctorate and career in Materials Engineering which took him from Aerospace to the Nuclear sector. Joel is married to Hye Lim and they have three childrenIf you would like to connect with us and learn more about the Reformation Fellowship, please visit our website at reffellowship.orgMusic Copyright 2021 K. Jason French All Rights Reserved www.crossworksmusic.comMusic Copyright New Beginnings by Scott Holmes Music