Knowing Faith
430 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2.1K ratingsThe Christian faith is not mindless or irrational. Knowing Faith is a podcast exploring how our faith is founded upon Scripture. We believe the Bible is for everyone and are committed to helping the Church understand where their faith is rooted. Hosted by Jen Wilkin, JT English and Kyle Worley, this podcast dives into Christian story, belief, and practice in a way that is accessible to everyone.
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#233 — Season 12 Q&A
June 20, 2024 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley answer questions submitted by listeners! Questions Covered in This Episode: While we have unity in Christ…what 2nd, 3rd or 4th tier issues "divide" my favorite podcasters? What do you think are going to be the challenges of ministry in the local church in the next ten years? My local church has a tone of saying: “Just because you study the bible doesn’t mean you're mature in the faith…and discipleship doesn’t happen in programs, it happens in real ...
#232 — Remaking the World with Andrew Wilson
June 13, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Andrew Wilson to discuss his new book, Remaking the World. Questions Covered in This Episode: Why did you write this book? What did you want people to take away from this book? Can you explain the “WEIRDER” acronym and how it’s helpful for understanding the Western world? What do you mean by romanticism? How would you help someone see the lenses they have on when reading the Bible and how to shape and form new ones? Are American r...
REMIX: A Generous Complementarianism
June 06, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss complementarianism and why a healthy ecclesiology is important for this conversation. Before you listen to this episode be sure to listen to Knowing Faith Episode #44 – A Generous Complementarianism. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is a pastor? Why is there confusion over this office/title? How is this title misused? Who can be a pastor? How does the office of pastor relate to the priesthood of all believers? Who is qualified to ...
After the Fact: How Do We Pray the Bible? with Don Whitney
May 31, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.31 MBKyle Worley is joined by Don Whitney to answer the question, how do we pray the Bible? Questions Covered in This Episode: How do we pray the Bible? Where should people begin when starting to pray the Bible? Guest Bio: Dr. Whitney is Associate Dean of the School of Theology and Professor of Biblical Spirituality. Dr. Whitney is a member of Third Avenue Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky. He is the author of many books including but not limited to; Praying the Bible and Spiritual Disc...
#231 – Looking Back on Exodus
May 30, 2024 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley wrap up the conversation on the book of Exodus! Questions Covered in This Episode: What have you learned as we explored Exodus over these two seasons? Where did we see the themes in Exodus in the rest of the Story of the Bible? What is biblical theology and how are we able to make connections across scripture? How can someone learn how to make connections across scripture? How can someone dive deeper into the study of Exodus? Helpful Definitions...
#230 — The Glory of the Lord with Amy Gannett (Exodus 40)
May 23, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Amy Gannett to continue the story of Exodus by discussing the themes found in Exodus 40. Questions Covered in This Episode: What’s your favorite part of the Exodus story? What is the purpose of the Tabernacle? Does the Tabernacle contain the glory and presence of God? Where has the cloud and fire shown up so far in the story? What is God inviting his people into with the tabernacle, journey into the land, and waiting? Do we get th...
#229 — A.W. Pink, "The Attributes of God"
May 16, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the significance of “The Attributes of God” by A.W. Pink. Questions Covered in This Episode: When did you first come across AW Pink? Who was AW Pink? Why is he significant? What are the attributes of God? How significant was Pink's work when you were writing your books on the attributes? How do the attributes of God help us understand scripture? Does god have attributes or is God his attributes? Why do you keep reading this book? What s...
After the Fact: Why For the Church? with Jason Allen
May 10, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.69 MBKyle Worley is joined by Jason Allen to answer the question; “why for the church”? Questions Covered in This Episode: Why is the motto for Midwestern, “For the Church”? When you look back, what is one thing you see at Midwestern that is a direct result of your mission? Guest Bio: Dr. Jason Allen is the president of Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. In addition to his role as president, he also serves as a professor for preaching and pastoral ministry. He is the author of a number...
#228 — The Tabernacle: Designed to Tell a Story (Exodus 37-39)
May 09, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley trace the themes found in the Tabernacle and throughout the rest of scripture. Questions Covered in This Episode: Why is this section of text important? How does its design tell the story of the world? What is the Tabernacle? In what way is the tabernacle a shadow? How is the Tabernacle foreshadowing the end of the story? What about all of the stones, gems, and precious jewels? Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Exodus 37-39, Gen 2:1-3, John...
#227 — Calvin, "Institutes of the Christian Religion"
May 02, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the significance of “Institutes of the Christian Religion” by John Calvin. Questions Covered in This Episode: When was the first time you heard of Calvin? Who was John Calvin? What is Calvin’s Institutes of the Christian Religion? Why do you keep reading this book? If I am not a Calvinist is there a benefit in reading the Institutes? What stands out to you from the book? Helpful Definitions: Five points of Calvinism: Total depravity, ...
#226 — Sabbath, Contributions, and Devotion (Exodus 34-36)
April 25, 2024 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley have a conversation about the themes found throughout Exodus 34-36 and trace them throughout the rest of Scripture. Questions Covered in This Episode: What are on the tablets Moses receives in Exodus 34:1-9? Why do we need the 10 commandments, again? Does Exodus 34:7 mean that if a father sins there will be some sort of judgment that is passed down generationally? Why is the proclamation of the name significant? Where does the number 40 show up ...
#225 — Luther, “Commentary of Galatians”
April 18, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the history and importance of Luther’s “Commentary of Galatians.” Questions Covered in This Episode: Who was Martin Luther? Why is he significant? What was the point of the reformation? What are the 95 theses and indulgences? What is Luther’s Galatians Commentary? Why was it significant? What do you love about it? Resources Mentioned in this Episode: “Commentary of Galatians” by Martin Luther “The Curse Motif of the Atonement” by RC Sp...
After The Fact: Why Read Anything Other Than The Bible? with Jared Wilson
April 12, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.48 MBKyle Worley is joined by Jared Wilson to answer the question, “Why read anything other than the Bible?” Questions Covered in This Episode: Why read anything other than the Bible? Who are some of your favorite Christian writers to read? Guest Bio: Jared C. Wilson serves as Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry, Author in Residence, and General Editor, For the Church. He is the author of a number of books including but not limited to Gospel Wakefulness, The Prodigal Church, The Pastor’...
#224 — Divine Judgment Against False Gods (Exodus 32-33)
April 11, 2024 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the themes found in Exodus 32-33. Questions Covered in This Episode: Why is Moses interceding? Why does Israel respond this way if they are going to get the land? Is the tent of meeting outside the camp the same or different from the Tabernacle? Is Israel’s distinctiveness rooted in the presence of Yahweh? What is the presence of God? What is the glory of God? Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Exodus 32-33, Jonah 4:2, 2 Corinthians ...
After the Fact: What is Religious Liberty? With Jason Duesing
April 05, 2024 08:00 - 9 minutes - 8.55 MBKyle Worley is joined by Kody Gibson to answer the question, “What is religious liberty?” Questions Covered in This Episode: What is religious liberty? What is the goal of religious liberty? How does religious liberty impact Christians during an election year? Guest Bio: Jason Duesing serves as the Provost, Senior Vice President for Academic Administration, and Professor of Historical Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He came to MBTS after serving for more than a dec...
#223 — Chesterton, "Orthodoxy"
April 04, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley have a conversation about “Orthodoxy” by GK Chesterton. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is the value of reading across church history? Who was GK Chesterton? Why is he significant? Why did you read this book originally? Why do you keep reading it? What is Orthodoxy? What stands out to you from the book? What are Chesterton’s theological views? Why should a listener consider reading it? Helpful Definitions: Modernity: The acceleration ...
After the Fact: The 3 Biggest Myths About Seminary w/Kody Gibson
March 29, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.61 MBKyle Worley is joined by Kody Gibson to answer the question, “What are the three biggest myths about seminary?” Questions Covered in This Episode: What are the three biggest myths about seminary? Guest Bio: Kody Gibson serves as Vice President of Communications and Brand Strategy at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Spurgeon College. Kody has served for over 10 years in theological education leading recruiting and communications efforts at both Southern Seminary and Phoenix Sem...
#222 — The Temptation of Idols (Exodus 32)
March 28, 2024 09:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are back in the book of Exodus to trace the themes of idols found in Exodus 32:1-10 and the rest of the Bible. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is an idol? What is idolatry? Where had Israel come from? Why a golden calf? Where does the gold come from? Where does idolatry show up in the rest of the story? What is God’s response? Why does Moses remind God about the promises He made, why is this language used? Why does the judgment take th...
After the Fact: Why is Moses at the Transfiguration? with Patrick Schreiner
March 22, 2024 10:00 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBKyle Worley is joined by Patrick Schreiner to answer the question; why is Moses at the transfiguration? Questions Covered in This Episode: Why is Moses at the transfiguration? Who did Moses see on top of the mountain? What is the manner of glory we see during the transfiguration? Guest Bio: Dr. Patrick Schreiner is the Director of the Residency PhD program and Associate Professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of a nu...
#221 — Augustine, "Confessions" and "City of God"
March 21, 2024 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the importance of the work “Confessions” by Saint Augustine. Questions Covered in This Episode: Who was St. Augustine? Why is he significant? When was the first time you came across Confessions? What is Confessions? Why do you keep reading it? What stands out to you from the book? Resources Mentioned in this Episode: “Confessions” by Saint Augustine “City of God” by Saint Augustine “Augustine of Hippo: A Biography” by Peter Brown Fol...
After the Fact: What Does The Law of Moses Have To Do With a Christian? with Jason DeRouchie
March 15, 2024 10:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBKyle Worley is joined by Jason D. to answer the question, what does the law of Moses have to do with the Christian? Questions Covered in This Episode: What does the law of Moses have to do with the Christian? Guest Bio: Dr. Jason S. DeRouchie serves as Research Professor of Old Testament and Biblical Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He teaches both MDiv and PhD students and direct doctoral dissertations. Dr. DeRouchie's research interests include biblical hermeneutics...
#220 — Sabbath and Worship (Exodus 31)
March 14, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley have a conversation about how the sabbath is connected to worship in Exodus 31:12-18. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is a summary of the story of Exodus so far? Why the unique filling of the Spirit with these two craftsmen/artists? Do we see other moments like this in the story of the Bible? Why all of this attention to the beauty of the temple? What is the purpose of the sabbath? How is sabbath practice connected to worship? Where els...
After the Fact: Do I Really Need Systematic Theology To Be A Disciple Of Jesus? with Matthew Barrett
March 08, 2024 11:00 - 10 minutes - 9.6 MBKyle Worley is joined by Matthew Barrett to answer the question, do I really need systematic theology to be a disciple of Jesus? Questions Covered in This Episode: Is systematic theology necessary for discipleship? How would you encourage someone who is looking to do this but is intimidated by the bigger books? Guest Bio: Dr. Matthew Barrett is Associate Professor of Christian Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also the founder and executive editor of Credo Magaz...
#219 — Athanasius, "On the Incarnation"
March 07, 2024 11:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss “On the Incarnation” by Athanasius. Questions Covered in This Episode: Who was St. Athanasius? When did you read On the Incarnation for the first time? What stands out to you from the book? Why should a listener consider reading this book? How does reading more classical devotional works help us with Biblical study? Helpful Definitions: Trinitarianism: God eternally exists as one essence and three distinct persons, God the Father, God t...
#218 — Worship and Sacrifice (Exodus 30 & 31)
February 29, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are back in the book of Exodus to discuss the worship and sacrifice in Chapter 30. Questions Covered in This Episode: Why are sacrifices offered to God? What do sacrifices have to do with worship? What is the tax doing? Why the attention given to cleanliness as it pertains to worship? Where else do we see the anointing oil in the story of scripture? Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Exodus 30:1-10, Psalm 46, Luke 1:5-25, Psalm 23, Matthew 3:...
#217 — A Church History Reading Guide
February 22, 2024 11:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley take a break in their journey through Exodus to spotlight some major questions, discussions, and works in church history. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is the value of reading across church history? What is the relationship between the testimony of scripture and the testimony of the church’s historic witness (i.e. tradition)? Who are some of the widely agreed upon significant names/thinkers to be familiar with throughout the history of th...
#216 — Exodus - Priesthood and the High Priest (Exodus 28:1-5, Exodus 29:1-9)
February 15, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue the story of Exodus to discuss what it means to be a priest. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is a priest according to the Bible? Have we encountered priests before this moment? What was the role of these priests? What did they do? Why all the fancy clothes? The priests are consecrated by blood: Why? Helpful Definitions: Priest: Someone who represents God to the people, and the people to God. Resources Mentioned in this Episode...
#215 — Exodus: Atonement, Consecration, and Holiness (Exodus 25:10-22)
February 08, 2024 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the design of the Tabernacle and God’s presence. Questions Covered in This Episode: How is the Exodus 20 and beyond instruction, not legalism? What is the Ark of the Covenant? Where would we find it? What is inside the Ark? What is atonement? What about the table for bread and the golden lampstand? What about the altar of incense? Is the presence of God exclusionary? What do we learn about the call to holiness in these passages? Help...
#214 — Exodus - The Themes so Far
February 01, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley trace the themes found throughout the book of Exodus. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is biblical theology? What are some of the themes we covered in the story of Exodus so far? Where do we see the birth narrative before, during, and after the book of Exodus? Is deliverance a theme in the book of Exodus? What about covenants? Helpful Definitions: Systematic Theology: What the Bible says about specific doctrines. Biblical Theology: Cat...
#213 — Exodus - The Story so Far
January 25, 2024 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are back to continue studying the book of Exodus by giving an overview of the story, themes, and characters found in the book. Questions Covered in This Episode: Why are we taking two seasons to explore Exodus? Are the themes in Exodus found throughout the rest of Scripture? What happens before the book of Exodus? How does Exodus begin? Who are the major characters in the first half of the story? What happens after Moses' birth? Why is Mount Si...
Season 12 Teaser
January 18, 2024 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MBSeason 12 of the Knowing Faith podcast begins on January 25! In this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley give you a preview of what is to come in Season 12 as they continue to cover the book of Exodus! Questions Covered in This Episode: What are we going to cover this season? What are you most excited about exploring as we continue to discuss Exodus? Follow Us: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website Our Sister Podcasts: The Family Discipleship Podcast | Confronting Chris...
#212 — Patreon Q&A
January 11, 2024 11:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley answer questions submitted by their patron supporters! Questions Covered in This Episode: If God didn’t reveal his name as Yahweh until he told Moses, why do we see Moses using that name throughout the book of Genesis in quotations by Adam (Gen 4:1), Lamech (Gen 5:29), Noah (9:26)? I think when most people think of God in Exodus and the Old Testament in general they think of the Father. Could you all discuss the work of the economic Trinity througho...
Live at The Gospel Coalition
January 04, 2024 11:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Jared C. Wilson and Dr. Matthew Barrett during The Gospel Coalition Conference to record a live episode! Questions Covered in This Episode: Why this interest in Exodus? What are we learning together about Exodus? Why is the theme of exile important? Jen, why did you write a book of the ten commandments? What is the significance of Mt. Sinai in Israel’s story? Is there a new covenant here at Sinai or are we seeing a further unfoldin...
#211 — Cap or No Cap (Season 11 Q&A)
December 21, 2023 11:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley wrap up the season by answering questions submitted by listeners! Questions Covered in This Episode: Do you know what cap means? Do you consider Catholicism a denomination of Christianity or is it a whole different religion? What do you tell your children about Santa? Are there any dangers in using imagination for comprehending the bible? Can we take biblical theology too far? I.E. Read too much into connections across scripture? Can a child ca...
#210 — Dwelling with God (Exodus 25:1-9)
December 14, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the theme of God dwelling with his people in Exodus 25 and throughout the rest of the story of Scripture. Questions Covered in This Episode: Why does God want to dwell with His people? Is this new? Does God continue to want to dwell with His people? What is the tabernacle? Why is God dwelling in a tent significant? Where did Israel get all the stuff to build the Tabernacle? Resources Mentioned in this Episode Exodus 25:1-9, Genesis 1-3,...
#210 — Dwelling with God
December 14, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the theme of God dwelling with his people in Exodus 25 and throughout the rest of the story of Scripture. Questions Covered in This Episode: Why does God want to dwell with His people? Is this new? Does God continue to want to dwell with His people? What is the tabernacle? Why is God dwelling in a tent significant? Where did Israel get all the stuff to build the Tabernacle? Resources Mentioned in this Episode Exodus 25:1-9, Genesis 1-3,...
#209 — Blood and Covenant (Exodus 24)
December 07, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue to trace themes found in the book of Exodus by looking at chapter 24. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is the book of the covenant? Why are these law codes helpful for Israel? What covenant is being confirmed here? Is it a new covenant or an old covenant? Where does blood show up in the Exodus story? Why the blood? How does blood play into covenant-making outside of the story of Exodus? Why is verse 9-11 significant for understa...
#209 — Blood and Covenant
December 07, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue to trace themes found in the book of Exodus by looking at chapter 24. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is the book of the covenant? Why are these law codes helpful for Israel? What covenant is being confirmed here? Is it a new covenant or an old covenant? Where does blood show up in the Exodus story? Why the blood? How does blood play into covenant-making outside of the story of Exodus? Why is verse 9-11 significant for understa...
#208 — Rescue and Moral Transformation with Adam Ramsey
November 30, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Adam Ramsey to discuss God’s law and limits. Questions Covered in This Episode: What’s your new book about? Why did you write it? Why does God include rest into the law? How does the law limit God’s people? How does God’s law in the Torah serve as a witness to us of what God invites his rescued people into? What have you learned about bringing the wisdom of God to the temptations of a world of limitless living? Can you explain, “Yo...
#207 — Liturgy and Law (Exodus 20:1-21)
November 23, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley have a conversation about the purpose of the Ten Commandments and why they are significant for us today. Questions Covered in This Episode: Is verse two important to the Ten Commandments? What is the purpose of the law? Is the order of the laws significant? What is the liturgical purpose of the law? Where do we see the law in the rest of the Story of Scripture? What is the proper role of the Ten Commandments in the life of a Christian? Resource...
#207 — Liturgy and Law
November 23, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley have a conversation about the purpose of the Ten Commandments and why they are significant for us today. Questions Covered in This Episode: Is verse two important to the Ten Commandments? What is the purpose of the law? Is the order of the laws significant? What is the liturgical purpose of the law? Where do we see the law in the rest of the Story of Scripture? What is the proper role of the Ten Commandments in the life of a Christian? Resource...
#206 — Bread and Water
November 16, 2023 11:00 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the themes found in the stories of God turning bitter water sweet, the provision of manna, and water flowing from the rock Moses strikes. Questions Covered in This Episode: After the Song of Moses and Miriam, we get this interesting little account of God turning bitter water sweet for Israel: How is this significant? How do these three stories fit together? How do these stories connect to Jesus? Where do we see this miraculous provision of...
#206 — Bread and Water (Exodus 16:1-12)
November 16, 2023 11:00 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the themes found in the stories of God turning bitter water sweet, the provision of manna, and water flowing from the rock Moses strikes. Questions Covered in This Episode: After the Song of Moses and Miriam, we get this interesting little account of God turning bitter water sweet for Israel: How is this significant? How do these three stories fit together? How do these stories connect to Jesus? Where do we see this miraculous provision of...
After the Fact: What Does It Mean to Read The Bible Theologically? with Sam Bierig
November 10, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.93 MBKyle Worley is joined by Sam Bierig to answer the question, what Does It Mean to Read The Bible Theologically? Questions Covered in This Episode: What does it mean to read the Bible theologically? How can someone practice a theological reading of Scripture? Resources Mentioned Chalcedonian Creed Nicene Creed Guest Bio: Samuel Bierig serves as Vice President of Undergraduate Studies, Dean of Spurgeon College, and Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies at Spurgeon College. Sam complet...
#205 — The Song of Deliverance
November 09, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley take a look at Exodus 15:1-8 and how imprecatory psalms, songs, prayers show-up throughout the story of Scripture. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is the substance of this song? What is it celebrating? What are imprecatory psalms, songs, prayers? Why do we not use this language anymore? How do we talk about judgment when people don't have a category for it? How do songs of deliverance and redemption show up throughout scripture? What is C...
#205 — The Song of Deliverance (Exodus 15:1-8)
November 09, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley take a look at Exodus 15:1-8 and how imprecatory psalms, songs, prayers show-up throughout the story of Scripture. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is the substance of this song? What is it celebrating? What are imprecatory psalms, songs, prayers? Why do we not use this language anymore? How do we talk about judgment when people don't have a category for it? How do songs of deliverance and redemption show up throughout scripture? What is C...
After the Fact: Are We Wrong to Learn Leadership Lessons From Old Testament Stories? with Charles Smith
November 03, 2023 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.5 MBKyle Worley is joined by Charles Smith to answer the question, are We Wrong to Learn Leadership Lessons From Old Testament Stories? Questions Covered in This Episode: Are We Wrong to Learn Leadership Lessons From Old Testament Stories? If you were going to identify one leadership story in the Old Testament that you resonate with, who would it be? Guest Bio: Dr. Charles Smith serves as Senior Vice President for Institutional Relations and Assistant Professor of Christian Leadership at Mi...
#204 — Baptized Through Water
November 02, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss Exodus 14:26-31 and how the theme of water can be traced throughout the entire story of scripture. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is the story of Exodus so far? What have we already discovered about water in the story of the Pentateuch? What about Yahweh’s power over water? Where else do we discover stories of deliverance that involve water? Can we go back to the serpent king? Is there any connection with the absence of the sea...
#204 — Baptized Through Water (Exodus 14:26-31)
November 02, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss Exodus 14:26-31 and how the theme of water can be traced throughout the entire story of scripture. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is the story of Exodus so far? What have we already discovered about water in the story of the Pentateuch? What about Yahweh’s power over water? Where else do we discover stories of deliverance that involve water? Can we go back to the serpent king? Is there any connection with the absence of the sea...
#203 — Passover and the Lord's Supper (Exodus 12:21-28)
October 26, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the Passover in Exodus 12:21-28 and the themes we can trace throughout the story. Questions Covered in This Episode: What was the Passover event? Why the blood? Aren’t sacrifices of blood barbaric? Why the ceremony around how to prepare for the Passover? Where else do we see these covenant-making or covenant-keeping meals? Is the Lord’s Supper a direct fulfillment of the Passover? Why do we not need to offer sacrifices of blood anymore?...