Michael Easley inContext

God’s peace, His shalom, can penetrate every aspect of your life—spiritually, mentally, physically, and emotionally. Although the word shalom appears 550 times in the Scriptures and was a constant theme in Jesus’ teachings, it is a neglected topic today. As a result, God’s peace has been elusive to so many followers of Jesus. New Testament scholar and author, Dr. Jeremiah J. Johnston joins Michael to discuss his latest book, "Unleashing Peace: Experiencing God's Shalom in your pursuit of happiness".

Michael interviews Dr. Eric Ortland about his new book, Suffering Wisely and Well: The Grief of Job and the Grace of God.Why does God allow suffering? The pain of suffering can be overwhelmingly mysterious, but the Bible does provide answers. Throughout Scripture, God allows trials in order to accomplish specific purposes in the lives of his people. When faced with suffering they experience spiritual growth; repentance from sin; or, as in the Old Testament story of Job, the chance to demonstrate devotion to God in the face of inexplicable agony.In Suffering Wisely and Well, Eric Ortlund explores different types of trials throughout Scripture, revealing the spiritual purpose for each and reassuring readers with God’s promise of restoration. The majority of the book focuses on Job, one of the most well-known yet misunderstood stories of suffering. Ortlund thoughtfully analyzes the text chapter by chapter, including the doubt of Job’s friends, God’s response to Job’s questions, and the meaning behind important imagery including references to Leviathan and Behemoth. Suffering Wisely and Well shows readers how to deepen their relationship with God during painful experiences in their own lives and how to comfort others who are hurting.Read Chapter 1

Michael interviews Terry Linhart, who has more than 25 years of experience training youth workers. They discuss his book, Teaching the Next Generation, where Terry brings together expert Christian educators representing a broad array of evangelical institutions and traditions to show how teaching connects to discipleship and the church in current contexts.

Michael interviews Andrew Peterson about his latest book, The God of the Garden, and the strong biblical connection between people and trees.

Robert Morgan has a unique and hard-won perspective on the experience of God's faithfulness. He joins Michael on inContext in this episode to talk about faithfulness as one of God's attributes and how we can be sure of His faithfulness no matter what.In this conversation: How ministry flows from personal time with God Changes in culture and how they influence the church Maintaining exegetical integrity in discipleship and Bible teaching When God doesn't answer prayers Testimony: God's faithfulness in Robert's life and the loss of his late wife. "Great is His faithfulness, the Bible says, and even that is an understatement."Just for inContext listeners:Visit logos.com/incontext to save 15% on Logos 9 until 12/31/2021!Partner With UsMichael Easley inContext is fully funded by the support of our listeners. If you're a regular listener, would you consider giving a one-time or ongoing gift to our ministry? Click Here to Learn More.

What comes to mind when you think of Thanksgiving? Family? Food? Friends?In this short Thanksgiving message from inContext, Michael brings a bit of history—recent and ancient—to our observation of this week's holiday. Happy Thanksgiving from the inContext team! All orders from the inContext shop will ship free in November when you use the code "GRATEFUL4U" at checkout. Partner with usMichael Easley inContext is fully funded by our listeners. If you're encouraged by our ministry, please support us by:Sharing the show with othersMaking a one-time or ongoing donation to inContext. Learn more HERE.

Kerby Anderson joins Michael to talk through some admittedly alarming data about current trends in Christianity, and how we can move toward a hopeful future in the church. What does the data actually say about trends in the church? Why are younger people disconnected from faith? If a new or younger believer's doctrinal theology isn't exactly orthodox (yet), does that mean they aren't saved? This is a sobering, but ultimately hopeful conversation that will inspire you to remember the simplicity of the Gospel: Christ came in the form of a human, He lived, He died, He was buried and resurrected, to accomplish for you and me what we could never do for ourselves.If you're encouraged by this conversation, share it with a friend!Free Shipping from the inContext ShopFor the month of November, use the code "GRATEFUL4U" at checkout on any order from the inContext shop all month!Partner With UsMichael Easley inContext is fully funded by the support of our listeners. If you're a regular listener, would you consider giving a one-time or ongoing gift to our ministry? Click Here to Learn More.

Dr. Ken Boa is back on inContext. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Boa discuss: How to move beyond using the same words each time you pray What to do when prayer doesn't "work" How to "be anxious for nothing," practically Hope How knowing God's promises changes your life "We ought to hope for things, but we should be careful never to place our hope in them. Our hope must be in God alone—in His character and the promises in His Word."If you found this episode encouraging, share it with a friend!*LIMITED TIME OFFER*inContext listeners can get 15% off + Free Standard Shipping on Ken Boa's books until December 1, 2021. Visit Ken Boa's Shop and use the code "incontext" at checkout.Free Shipping from the inContext ShopFor the month of November, use the code "GRATEFUL4U" at checkout on any order from the inContext shop all month!Partner With UsMichael Easley inContext is fully funded by the support of our listeners. If you're a regular listener, would you consider giving a one-time or ongoing gift to our ministry? Click Here to Learn More.

Bill Howard joins Michael to discuss: How to Share the Gospel.Evangelism is a concept that challenges and intimidates many, but should it?What if we know we should share the gospel with others, but we have no idea where to start?Bill answers these questions and many more in this conversation with Michael about: Turning conversations toward spiritual topics Obstacles keeping people from embracing God What keeps Christians from talking to others about God What to do when people don't want to hear about God The power of sharing the gospel to invigorate other believers "Evangelism is loving people enough to tell them the truth about who God is."FREE SHIPPING!It's November, and we want you to know how grateful we are to you for listening & supporting our show. All month long, you can get free shipping on anything in our store with the code "GRATEFUL4U" at checkout! Thank you for being here. We're grateful to get to grow in Christ with you.Don't forget this special offer:Visit logos.com/incontext for 15% off select Logos products from now until the end of the year. Use the code INCONTEXT2021 at checkout!Partner With UsFinally, Michael Easley inContext is fully funded by the generous support of our listeners. If you're a regular listener, would you consider giving a one-time or ongoing gift to our ministry? Click Here to learn more. Thank you!

Pastor Erwin Lutzer is back on inContext today to answer our 10 Questions. You may recall his episode in our last series, we received great feedback from that episode—if you missed it, it's worth your time to go back and listen!In this episode, Michael and Pastor Lutzer discuss: What spending time with God looks like, practically speaking Valuable life lessons regarding people Valuable life lessons regarding God How to learn to trust God Seeing life from an eternal perspective The blessing and charge of parenthood "The older I get, the more mystery there is to God, but also the more certainty that we do know Him through Jesus Christ."Click here for show notes & recommended resources.Special offers just for inContext listeners:Visit logos.com/incontext for 15% off select Logos products from now until the end of the year. Use the code INCONTEXT2021 at checkout!Click Here to grab your own copy of We Won't Be Silenced & get 50% off with the code "silenced" at checkout.Last chance! Get your Don't Let the World Teach You Theology long sleeve tee for $5 off with the code "Fall5"Michael Easley inContext is fully funded by the generous support of our listeners. If you're a regular listener, would you consider giving a one-time or ongoing gift to our ministry? Click Here to learn more. Thank you!