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
Sep 30, 2021 • 36min
A Pastor's First Year with Dane Ortlund
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell speaks with Dane Ortlund about his first year in the role of Senior Pastor at Naperville Presbyterian Church. Dane graciously shares about what the Lord has been teaching him as he grows into his new role in hopes that this conversation can encourage other young or first-time pastors. Before joining Naperville Pres., Dane worked for ten years in Christian publishing at Crossway in Wheaton, IL. Dane is also the author of several books such as Deeper: Real Change for Real Sinners (2021), In the Lord I Take Refuge: 150 Daily Devotions through the Psalms (2021), and Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sufferers (2020). He is married to Stacey and together they have been blessed with five precious children.If 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 ReservedMusic Copyright New Beginnings by Scott Holmes Music
Jun 10, 2021 • 33min
Pastor, How Are You Doing? with Paul Spear
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell wraps up his conversation with Paul Spear. This time they discuss the importance of pastors being self-aware and taking care of themselves spiritually and emotionally. Paul Spear is the Pastoral Dean for Union School of Theology. Before joining Union, Paul served as secretary of The Association of Grace Baptist Churches (SE). He was an elder of Highbury Baptist Church and before that was pastor/elder at Gadebridge Baptist Church. He trained for ministry back in the days when Union was ETCW. He is married to Fiona and they have three grown up children.If 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
Jun 3, 2021 • 32min
Pastor, Welcome to Your Church with Paul Spear
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell speaks with Paul Spear about shaping your ministry around the particular church you have been called to serve. Paul Spear is the Pastoral Dean for Union School of Theology. Before joining Union, Paul served as secretary of The Association of Grace Baptist Churches (SE). He was an elder of Highbury Baptist Church and before that was pastor/elder at Gadebridge Baptist Church. He trained for ministry back in the days when Union was ETCW. He is married to Fiona and they have three grown up children.If 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
May 27, 2021 • 36min
Pastor, Your Heart Matters with Paul Spear
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell speaks with Paul Spear about the significance of the pastor's heart for healthy ministry and finishing well. Paul Spear is the Pastoral Dean for Union School of Theology. Before joining Union, Paul served as secretary of The Association of Grace Baptist Churches (SE). He was an elder of Highbury Baptist Church and before that was pastor/elder at Gadebridge Baptist Church. He trained for ministry back in the days when Union was ETCW. He is married to Fiona and they have three grown up children.If 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
May 20, 2021 • 38min
The Theology of Adoption for Suffering Sojourners with Dan Cruver
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell speaks with Dan Cruver about the theology of adoption. How our adoption in Christ by the Spirit draws us into the love and care of the Father, and how this is a great comfort in our darkest hour. Dan Cruver is the Director of Student and Family Ministries at Heritage Bible Church in Greer, South Carolina, and the President and Co-Founder of Together for Adoption. He is married to Melissa and they have three children. If 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
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May 13, 2021 • 34min
Biblical Spirituality: Principles and Practices with Dustin Benge
Dustin Benge joins the Reformation Fellowship Podcast to discuss Biblical Spirituality, emphasizing the importance of a personal relationship with God. They explore the lost art of biblical meditation and its benefits in spiritual growth. The conversation also delves into the impact of biblical spirituality on ministry and the inspiring life of missionary David Brainerd.
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May 6, 2021 • 27min
The Puritans Are Speaking to Us with Dustin Benge
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell continues his conversation with Dustin Benge. This time they discuss the Puritans. Specifically, who they were and what wisdom they have for our lives and ministries today. Dr. Dustin Benge is Union's Provost and lecturer in church history after several years of pastoral and academic work in the United States. He received his PhD in biblical spirituality and church history from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky, where he continues to serve as a Senior Fellow at The Andrew Fuller Center for Baptist Studies. He and his wife, Molli, a primary school teacher, live in Porthcawl.If 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
Apr 29, 2021 • 28min
Called and Trained for Gospel Ministry with Dustin Benge
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell talks with Dustin Benge about the call to ministry and how to train for gospel ministry. Dr. Dustin Benge is Union's Provost and lecturer in church history after several years of pastoral and academic work in the United States. He received his PhD in biblical spirituality and church history from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky, where he continues to serve as a Senior Fellow at The Andrew Fuller Center for Baptist Studies. He and his wife, Molli, a primary school teacher, live in Porthcawl.If 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
Apr 22, 2021 • 39min
Theological Retrieval for the Good of God's People with Daniel Hames
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell talks with Daniel Hames about the idea of retrieving great resources and teaching from the Church's past. Dan shares how Christian's can greatly benefit from learning and being shaped by their forerunners in the faith. Dr. Daniel Hames is Union's Associate Director and lectures in Systematic & Historical Theology. He is a a local church minister and is completing a PhD in Systematic Theology at the VU Amsterdam.If 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.com
Apr 15, 2021 • 31min
Biblical Theology for Equipping Local Churches with Stephen Moore and Steffen Jenkins
On this episode of the Reformation Fellowship Podcast, Justin Schell continues his conversation with Stephen and Steffen. They wrap up their time together by discussing how Biblical Theology can help churches teach and understand their Bibles better. Biblical Theology is important for our churches because it helps us understand the story of Scripture and how the whole Bible is interconnected.Dr. Stephen Moore is a lecturer in Hebrew and Old Testament at Union School of Theology. Stephen is an Assyriologist, specialising in the languages and literature of ancient Mesopotamia, having previously studied Assyriology, Semitic languages and Theology. Steffen Jenkins is a lecturer in Greek and Biblical studies at Union School of Theology. 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.If 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.com
