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
1.17 - The Devil is in the details
August 20, 2018 17:27 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBIf the Devil is in the details, then what does the Old Testament actually say about Satan? This podcast explores references to the often enigmatic hasatan especially in Job and Zechariah.
1.16 - Could it be...Satan?
August 13, 2018 14:00 - 40 minutes - 37 MBPicking up their discussion that began debunking Satan's presence in the Garden of Eden, the guys turn their sights to two Old Testament passages that are often used to describe Satan's origins. *This is part one of a multi-episode topic
1.15 - In god We Trust?
August 06, 2018 13:31 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBTennessee Legislators passed a bill in March that will require government buildings, especially pubic schools, to display the phrase "In God We Trust." In this episode, the guys discuss whether this is a victory for the church and how far we should push for legislation that reflects Christian values.
1.14 - Christian Urban Myths - Take 2
July 30, 2018 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBOur last episode debunking misunderstandings regarding the Bible was so popular that we decided to do another! This podcast includes the following segments: What is love? (Does John's use of different love words in John 21 matter?) That's hilarious dynamite (Original word fallacies) Nice snake you got there. Is it a satan? (Is the serpent in Genesis 3 the Devil?)
1.13 - The past, present, and future of Christian music
July 23, 2018 15:00 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB"Contemporary Christian Music" began in the 70s, grew in the 80s, and exploded in the 90s as Christians began to answer Larry Norman's question, "Why Should the Devil Have All the Good Music?" with, "He doesn't!" But where is the state of Christian Music today and does it matter? All this and more will be discussed in our latest podcast.
1.12 - Should Christians take a break from vacations?
July 16, 2018 11:31 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBWho doesn't like and need a good vacation every once in a while? Vacations were made for catching up on podcasts. But does the Bible have anything to say about vacations? You might be surprised what the guys discuss in this podcast.
1.11 - I pledge allegiance to...?
July 09, 2018 18:55 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode the guys discuss the nature of biblical allegiance as Christians attempt to navigate the difficult path between Kingdom citizenship and nationalism.
1.10 - Should King James be dethroned?
July 03, 2018 14:54 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBIn this episode the guys discuss the King James Version, it's legacy, and the need for new translations.
1.9 - What does the Bible actually say about immigrants?
June 25, 2018 14:28 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBIn this episode, the guys examine biblical texts about foreigners, aliens, and immigrants to get a clearer picture of the overall message AND responsibilities that faith communities might have. They end by trying to suggest some ways for the Church to move forward on this issue. ***You are encouraged to review the alien passages for yourself by downloading a document here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/afterclass/The_Place_of_Aliens_According_to_Torah.docx
1.8 - Does Romans 13 condone family separation?
June 21, 2018 12:20 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBIn part 2 of their discussion of the current immigration situation, the guys look at the role of the government, especially in light of Jeff Sessions referencing Romans 13. **SPOILER ALERT - we don't like how we end and so have recorded a third episode that comes out at our regularly scheduled time on Monday.**
1.7 - Is Jeff Sessions really a family wrecker?
June 18, 2018 23:49 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBAs the debate over immigration and illegal immigration ramps up, the Attorney General, Jeff Sessions, released an explanation regarding the current administration's actions. In this episode the guys discuss what is going on and try to navigate non-partisan politics.
1.6 - Christian Urban Myths
June 11, 2018 21:07 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBSometimes pastors and teachers unknowingly perpetuate incorrect information. From word fallacies to poor readings of texts, these urban myths are passed down. In this episode, the guys try to set a few of them right.
1.5 - Is It Time to Give the Sabbath a Break?
June 05, 2018 01:36 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBAfter spending considerable time and energy discussing how the OT laws should impact modern Christians, the guys tackle a very specific law - the Sabbath. Are Christians bound to keep the Sabbath or was it just a border law whose purpose has passed away? Find out where each of the guys stand in this episode.
1.4 - How Not to Unhitch the OT from the Church
May 28, 2018 12:14 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBAfter discussing Andy Stanley's approach to the Old Testament in the last 2 episodes, the guys try to present a way forward in which Christians can view the Old Testament as more than an outdated section with little application.
1.3 - Is Andy Stanley a heretic or should Christians ditch the Old Testament? Part 2
May 21, 2018 11:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBIn this follow up episode to last week, the guys discuss Andy Stanley's treatment of the Acts 15 passage, attempting to correct some misunderstandings and poor interpretations that contributed to his conclusions regarding the Old Testament.
1.2 - Is Andy Stanley a heretic or should Christians ditch the Old Testament? Part 1
May 16, 2018 11:00 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBAfter listening to a sermon by Andy Stanley based on Acts 15, the guys from After Class discuss whether Andy has a point or whether he should be excommunicated. You can listen to Andy's Sermon here: https://youtu.be/pShxFTNRCWI
1.1 - Is Allah God?
May 09, 2018 20:54 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBHave you ever wondered what students and professors at a Christian College might talk about After Class? At Great Lakes Christian College, Professors Sam Long, Ron Peters, and John Nugent often are engaged by students with deep, meaningful, engaging, and sometimes challenging conversations. Become a fly on the wall and listen in as the guys unpack various topics that impact the church and wider culture. The guys handle the scriptures with great care and respect and have an appreciation fo...