After Class Podcast
317 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsWhat happens when you lock an Old Testament, New Testament, and Theology professor in a room to discuss provocative topics related to bible and theology? Find out as you listen to the podcast of three professors from Great Lakes Christian College engage the sorts of questions students ask ... after class.
Featuring (from left to right in the logo) Samuel C. Long, Ronald D. Peters, John C. Nugent
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Episodes
2.30 - Displaying the Kingdom
July 30, 2019 02:31 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBHaving set the foundation in the previous 2 episodes of what it means to embrace God's Kingdom, the guys turn their attention to displaying it. How do Christians live in such a way they the rest of the world sees us living out the reality we have embraced?
2.29 - Embracing the Kingdom 2
July 22, 2019 12:12 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBThis episodes continues the discussion of what it means to embrace God's Kingdom. It is a radical and extreme thing to do, yet many Christians fail to do it. The guys discuss why and point to some possible solutions.
2.28 - Embracing the Kingdom Part 1
July 15, 2019 11:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBAfter a bit of a hiatus, the guys return to John's book, Endangered Gospel. After spending some episodes describing the 6 Ws of the Kingdom, now they start putting some flesh on the concept and its implications for the Christian life.
2.27 - Pondering the Spade
July 08, 2019 12:59 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MBIn this episode the guys interview Dr. David Schreiner about his book, Pondering the Spade, and discuss what archaeology adds to biblical studies.
2.26 - Pulling Back the Veil on 1 Corinthians 11
July 01, 2019 12:26 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBHave you ever wondered what is going on with Paul's discussion about head coverings in 1 Corinthians 11? Should women be wearing head coverings today or not? In this episode the guys try to pull back the veil to illuminate this interesting passage.
2.25 - Our Father...updated
June 24, 2019 12:16 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBThe Pope has come out proposing a revision to the translation of the Lord's Prayer. The guys examine the validity of this translation as well as the rest of the prayer and suggest a few improved ways to view the purpose behind some of the phrases in the prayer.
2.24 - Eagerly Desire the "Greater" Gifts?
June 17, 2019 02:36 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBShould Christians desire certain spiritual gifts more than others? Can spiritual gifts be cultivated as we train ourselves to be used by the Spirit? Are spiritual gifts given at birth or after one's baptism? These and many other questions are addressed in our latest podcast.
2.23 - Pentecost Power Today? Part 2
June 10, 2019 13:35 - 50 minutes - 46 MBThis episode is part 2 addressing the question of miraculous, spiritual gifts. Are they still around? Does God still work in this way?
2.22 - Pentecost Power Today? Part 1
June 03, 2019 13:14 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBAre spiritual gifts still around or have they stopped? The guys begin to tackle the great “cessation” question in the first of 2 parts about the miraculous.
Fielding Questions for Shane Claiborne
May 27, 2019 14:10 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBIn this episode the guys tackle some of the questions that were posed to Shane Claiborne after his first session at the Michigan Christian Convention. The content incorporates government, laws, justice, and grace.
2.20 - From Calcutta to the City of Brotherly Love - Shane Claiborne
May 20, 2019 13:31 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBThis episode is Shane Claiborne's first presentation at the Michigan Christian Convention. Shane is an engaging presenter and storyteller who has intentionally placed himself among the least of these to live out the gospel in the context of inner city Philadelphia. We will use this presentation to do some follow up Q&A next week.
2.19 - More Straightening Out
May 13, 2019 13:37 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBSince we didn't get through all the questions we had on our list in the last episode, we tackle a few more. Specifically, we discuss "Is the Church the world's conscience?" and "What role does politics have in social justice?"
2.18 - Getting our answers straight
May 06, 2019 13:24 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBHopefully you were able to listen to John's Michigan Christian Convention presentation laying the groundwork for a biblical view of social justice. In this episode we follow up and try to answer some of the questions that were thrown at him. John gets a second crack and them and Ron and Sam add their thoughts as well.
2.17 - Getting Our Story Straight
April 29, 2019 15:24 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBThis "episode" is John's presentation at the Michigan Christian Convention. The theme for the whole conference was "Social Justice" and this presentation lays the groundwork for what is to come.
2.16 - Becoming a Biblically Inclusive Church
April 22, 2019 13:18 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBAs the guys bring their "sex talk" to a close, they discuss what it means for the church to embrace biblical sexuality and to live that ideal out day and and day out in the community of believers.
2.15 - What the Bible says about same-sex eroticism
April 15, 2019 15:47 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBIn this second episode about homosexuality, the guys tackle some of the New Testament passages regarding the topic and attempt to explain them in a gracious yet biblically faithful way.
2.14 - Does the Bible really talk about homosexuality?
April 08, 2019 14:55 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBThe guys continue their "sex talk" and move to the specific topic of homosexuality. In this episode they lay out the biblical understanding of sex as a foundation for interpreting this very prominent issue.
Michigan Christian Convention Top 10
April 03, 2019 16:18 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBWe interrupt our regularly scheduled podcasts to give a shout out to the Michigan Christian Convention!! It's next weekend, April 12-13 at GLCC. Here are our top 10 reasons why you should attend! Check out more details and register today at https://www.michiganchristianconvention.org/
2.13 - Why Christians can’t ignore Leviticus on sex
April 01, 2019 15:17 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBAs the guys continue their discussion of sex and sexuality, they use the decisions of the Jerusalem council (Acts 15) to guide their understanding. But in order to truly grasp their logic, it requires an understanding and acceptance of Levitical laws. Tune in to see how the guys navigate the testaments to inform their views on sex.
2.12 - What the Bible says about Porn
March 25, 2019 14:47 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBIn this episode the guys continue their discussion of all things sex related and talk about the Greek word "porneia" and its usage in the Bible. Their conclusions and applications might surprise you!
2.11 - Let's Talk About Sex
March 18, 2019 13:44 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBThis episode follows up on the discussion of whether legalizing sex work should be condoned by Christians. The guys lay out a biblical view of sex and marriage, which is often counter to cultural norms and trace the concept of "one flesh" through the Old and New Testaments.
2.10 - Indecent Proposal
March 11, 2019 13:57 - 47 minutes - 43 MBA presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, has brought prostitution into the national spotlight by suggesting that sex work should be legalized. The guys discuss what, if any, response Christians should have to such legislation. But in reality, this episode will function as a gateway to further discussion about sexual ethics in God's Kingdom.
2.9 - Explaining the Kingdom - How and Why
March 04, 2019 15:43 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBOur whole discussion of God's Kingdom has been leading to this episode. The guys discuss why God even needed to institute this Kingdom and how it comes about. Check out how the guys wrap up this series.
2.8 - Explaining the Kingdom - When
February 25, 2019 15:27 - 48 minutes - 44 MBAs their investigation continues, the guys turn their attention to the "when" of the Kingdom of God. What does it mean for a kingdom to exist in the "now and the not yet"?
2.7 - The Kingdom from a Cross-Cultural Perspective
February 18, 2019 15:44 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBWith John still laid up from back surgery, the guys bring in a pinch hitter to fill the gap. GLCC's own Kate Blakely joins Ron and Sam to discuss the Kingdom from a more mission-minded, cross cultural perspective. Kate provides important insights to help translate the Kingdom into all cultures.
2.6 - Galatians 6:6 - Sharing All Good Things
February 11, 2019 17:01 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBDue to some recording complications, we take a break from our discussion of the Kingdom and share a podcast we recorded in December where we interview some graduates of GLCC to hear about their ministries and their memories. This episode features Jordan Kellicut, Adrienne Stratton, and Kelsey Bushong.
2.5 - Explaining the Kingdom - What and Where
February 05, 2019 14:06 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBIn this episode the guys continue to unpack the Kingdom of God, and try to describe it in such a way as to put flesh to a somewhat elusive concept.
2.4 - Explaining the Kingdom - Who and What
January 28, 2019 15:31 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBIn this episode the guys attempt to explain and unpack the Kingdom of God using Journalism 101 techniques - the 5 Ws. Specifically they focus on the who of the Kingdom (King and subjects) and the what of the Kingdom.
2.3 - Telling the Story - A Kingdom Corrective
January 22, 2019 01:12 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBHaving set the stage in past episodes of what God's Mission in the world is, the guys turn their attention to the New Testament to see how that mission continues. Specifically they look at the message of Jesus and what the gospel is and is not.
2.2 - Telling the Story - Prophetical Critique
January 14, 2019 18:54 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBIn this episode the guys pick up the story of Israel after being established in the land to see how well the people lived out their call to be a blessing to the world. The prophets picture Israel's purpose as being a light to the nations, yet the people regularly contributed to the darkness, eventually leading to exile and unfulfilled expectations.
2.1 - Telling the Story - God's Plan to Bless the World
January 07, 2019 14:38 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIn this episode the guys continue telling the story of the Bible as we are introduced to Abraham and Moses--two of the foundational figures in God's efforts to reconcile the world. As the story moves quickly toward the New Testament, they also ponder what it means to be a city on a hill.
1.36 - Year in Review
December 31, 2018 13:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBIn our final episode of this season and 2018, the guys look back at their highs and lows. They also look forward to the new season and where they plan on going.
1.35 - Christmas in Context
December 24, 2018 14:55 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBIn this episode the guys look at some of the prophecies about Jesus in their original context to show how they shed light on the coming of the Messiah.
1.34 - Christmas Urban Myths
December 17, 2018 14:12 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBWe all know the Christmas story, right? Little baby Jesus asleep in the hay, in a barn, surrounded by animals, shepherds, and 3 wise men. Or does the Bible describe a slightly different scene? And how do we take the "Jesus prophecies" in the Old Testament? We tackle all this and more in our latest episode.
1.33 - Telling the Story - Babel
December 10, 2018 14:44 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MBIn this episode the guys continue to work through the Primeval History of the Bible to demonstrate how far humanity has fallen and to set up the lengths to which God will go to restore them.
1.32 - Telling the Story - The Flood
December 03, 2018 13:35 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBThis episode might better be entitled, "Of demigods and the deluge or warlords and water?" The guys discuss the flood account, beginning with the much debated interpretation of "sons of God" and "daughters of men" in Genesis 6:1-4, in an effort to see how this story fits into God's story.
1.31 - Rocky Mountain Highlights
November 26, 2018 16:03 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBWhile at a conference in Denver, CO, the guys caught up with some GLCC alumni and found out what has been going on in their lives since they left the school. More importantly, we found out the great things God has been doing in their lives and how they have been use for God’s Kingdom.
1.30 - Telling the Story - Raising Cain
November 19, 2018 15:49 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBAs the guys continue telling the story of God's interaction with humanity, they turn to Genesis 4 and the story of Cain and Abel followed by the appropriation by Lamech.
1.29 - Telling the Story: Creation's Collapse
November 12, 2018 14:25 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBIn this episode the guys continue their discussion of God's story by examining Genesis 3, often referred to as "The Fall." The good creation of chapters 1 and 2 collapses, moving the story in a very dark direction, and bringing with it various curses and consequences
1.28 - Telling the Story - Creation
November 05, 2018 14:16 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBIf getting to some afterlife existence is not our goal (heaven centered view), and making this world a better place is not our goal (human centered or world centered view), then what is? In order to answer that question we first need to understand the story of the Bible. And so we begin...in the beginning.
1.27 - Not Heaven...but not quite right
October 29, 2018 15:29 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIn this episode the guys evaluate 2 other approaches to Christian living. If earning heaven is not the goal, then how should Christians live and approach this world?
1.26 - Ooh Heaven is a place on earth
October 22, 2018 10:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MBIn this episode the guys bring their discussion of heaven to a close, locating "heaven" as a restoration of the created world, rather than an eternal existence somewhere else.
1.25 - Stone, Twain, and MLK--the past and future of the Restoration Movement
October 15, 2018 13:27 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBIn this episode, the guys interview Jerry Harris--Lead Minister of The Crossing and Publisher of the Christian Standard and the Lookout. He regales us with tales from the Restoration Movement’s past and challenges us to seek unity, especially with our African-American Church of Christ brothers and sisters.
1.24 - Restoration Movement...Unplugged
October 08, 2018 17:13 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBIn this episode, the guys invite Professor Kate Blakely on to talk about the Restoration Movement--its core values and impact on us as Christians. ***Due to technical difficulties, the sound quality is less than optimal (thus the "unplugged"). Be assured that our sound engineer has been reprimanded and promises to do better.
1.23 - I'll fly away...when I die?
October 01, 2018 15:02 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBIn this episode the guys discuss different views that Christians have of heaven and the afterlife, and then compare those views to those found in the New Testament. Are our views biblical or are then informed by something else?
1.22 - When we all get to...Sheol?
September 24, 2018 14:17 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBIn this episode, the guys tackle the "heaven centered" view of the gospel by discussing the Old Testament's view of the afterlife. What did heaven mean to the ancient writers? How is it the same or different than our modern understanding?
1.21 - Losing My Religion
September 17, 2018 14:58 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBIn this episode, the guys interact with John's book, Endangered Gospel and set the foundation for future discussions about what it means for the church and Christians to live out their kingdom mission, especially in a "Christian nation."
1.20 - Satan Unveiled
September 10, 2018 13:06 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBIn this final episode on the topic of Satan, the guys survey the rest of the New Testament and try to come to some conclusions and application from the rest of the study.
1.19 - Satan vs. Jesus
September 03, 2018 11:55 - 46 minutes - 43 MBAfter surveying the data from the OT and Intertestamental literature in previous episodes, the guys finally make it to the New Testament. In this episode they examine how the gospels portray Satan and determine if his function has changed significantly or remains similar to the OT.
1.18 - Satan Sprouts Horns
August 27, 2018 12:46 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MBIn this episode the guys continue their study of Satanology, focusing on the intertestamental literature (the stuff written between the testaments). Finally we begin to get a glimpse of this figure that many associate with Satan.