The Apostolic Classroom

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Long-form discussions on the most important subject matter in Christian learning, theology, biblical studies, and more. This podcast mirrors a semester-based structure (16 episodes) and brings Bible college classroom discussion to listeners in a podcast format. In addition to the podcast, The Apostolic Classroom offers published materials designed to equip educators and students with the resources they need in the Christian classroom.

  1. 1D AGO · BONUS

    Did Paul Abandon Judaism? Reframing the Apostle Paul (Bonus Episode)

    In this bonus episode of The Apostolic Classroom, Steven Gill takes listeners inside one of the essays from the upcoming book God’s Kingship, offering a deeper look at the life, background, and theology of the Apostle Paul.Drawing from both Scripture and historical scholarship, Steven explores a common claim found in modern biblical studies—that Christianity emerged in two stages: an early Jewish form centered on Jesus and a later version shaped by Paul that departed from Judaism. Through a careful reading of the New Testament, he challenges this narrative and argues that Paul’s teaching was not a rejection of Judaism but a continuation and fulfillment of the Hebrew Scriptures.The episode examines Paul’s Jewish identity, his continued participation in Jewish practices after his conversion, and his consistent reliance on the Old Testament in teaching about Christ, salvation, and the nature of God. Steven also addresses modern misunderstandings surrounding Paul’s relationship to the law of Moses, the role of Gentiles in God’s plan, and the dangers of both replacement theology and attempts to impose Jewish law on the church.By reframing Paul within his historical and biblical context, this episode highlights how the apostle understood the church not as a radical departure from Israel, but as the fulfillment of God’s promises revealed in the law and the prophets.This bonus episode offers listeners a preview of one of the essays included in God’s Kingship, the companion volume developed alongside the first semester of The Apostolic Classroom. Learn more at https://publications.truthbook.co/godskingship.

    47 min

  2. MAR 6

    Can We Trust The Bible We Have Today? Exploring The Trustworthiness of Scripture

    In this episode of The Apostolic Classroom, Steven Gill, Jeremias Zuniga, and Andrew Herbst continue their discussion on one of the most important questions in Christian apologetics: how we can trust the Bible we have today.Building on the previous episode’s exploration of how the canon of Scripture was recognized, the conversation turns to the preservation, transmission, and reliability of the biblical text. The hosts examine how the early church identified apostolic writings, why certain books were received as authoritative, and how the canon developed through recognition rather than invention.Along the way, they address common misconceptions about how the Bible was formed, discuss the role of the early church in preserving Scripture, and consider why the canon remains a crucial foundation for Christian theology and practice. Rather than viewing the Bible as a collection of writings assembled centuries later by institutional authority, the discussion highlights how the canon emerged organically within the life of the early church as believers recognized the voice of God in apostolic teaching.This episode continues the apologetics framework of Season 2, helping believers understand and articulate why the Bible can be trusted as the preserved Word of God. This episode of The Apostolic Classroom was sponsored by Liv Hill Nutrition. Visit them at livhillnutrition.net

    1h 7m

  3. FEB 27

    The Canon of Scripture: How the Early Church Guarded the Bible

    In this episode of The Apostolic Classroom, Steven and Andrew move from theology to history—examining how the early church understood, received, and defended the canon of Scripture.Was the Bible assembled centuries later by church councils? Were there competing “Christianities” with competing Bibles? Or was there a consistent apostolic core recognized from the beginning?Drawing from early sources such as Irenaeus, the Muratorian Fragment, Origen, Eusebius, and Athanasius, the hosts show that the canon was not created by vote or preference—but guarded against distortion.Rather than inventing Scripture, early Christians defended what they had received.Season 2 continues its focus on apologetics, equipping believers to understand the historical integrity of the Bible and to answer modern skepticism with confidence. This episode of The Apostolic Classroom was sponsored by Liv Hill Nutrition. Visit them at livhillnutrition.net

    52 min

  4. FEB 20

    Who Decided What Books Belong in the Bible? Canon, Authority, and Preservation

    In this episode of The Apostolic Classroom, Steven Gill and Andrew Herbst turn to one of the most foundational questions in Christian apologetics: Who decided what books belong in the Bible? Rather than beginning with church councils or popular internet theories, the discussion starts where it must—with theology. The hosts explore the meaning of “canon,” clarifying the difference between recognizing Scripture and creating it. They address common misconceptions about the Council of Nicaea, the role of church authority, and the claim that the Bible was assembled cafeteria-style by powerful leaders centuries after the apostles. Key themes include apostolic authority, internal biblical evidence for canonicity, the early church’s recognition of Scripture, and why quotations from books like Enoch or references to extra-biblical writings do not automatically grant them scriptural status. The conversation also examines how forged gospels and pseudonymous writings were identified and rejected in the early centuries, demonstrating that early Christians were neither naïve nor careless in handling sacred texts. Far from being a product of ecclesiastical politics, the canon emerges as something received, preserved, and defended—grounded in apostolic witness and affirmed by the church rather than invented by it. This episode advances the apologetics framework of Season 2, equipping believers to respond thoughtfully to questions about the Bible’s formation and to articulate why the sixty-six books of Scripture stand with enduring authority. This episode of The Apostolic Classroom was sponsored by Liv Hill Nutrition. Visit them at livhillnutrition.net

    1h 15m

  5. FEB 6

    Christianity and Science: Friends, Not Enemies

    In this episode of The Apostolic Classroom, Steven Gill and Andrew Herbst tackle one of the most persistent questions in modern apologetics: Is Christianity compatible with science?Rather than rehearsing caricatures or surface-level talking points, the conversation reframes science as a method of inquiry—not a rival worldview—and explores how scientific discovery and Christian theology have historically informed one another. Drawing from philosophy, church history, and well-documented scientific developments, the hosts examine how figures such as Galileo, Newton, Boyle, and Maury understood their work not as a challenge to Scripture, but as an outgrowth of belief in a rational, ordered Creator.Key themes include the limits of scientific certainty, the difference between observability and metaphysics, the misuse of poetic and literary biblical texts in anti-Christian arguments, and why appeals to “settled science” often reveal philosophical assumptions rather than empirical conclusions. The discussion also addresses common objections surrounding evolution, thermodynamics, cosmology, and biblical interpretation—showing how many modern critiques of Christianity rest on misunderstandings of both science and Scripture.This episode advances the apologetic framework of Season 2 by equipping believers to respond thoughtfully to claims that science has disproven the Bible—and by demonstrating that faith and reason, rightly understood, are not enemies but allies in the pursuit of truth.This episode of The Apostolic Classroom was sponsored by Testament Coffee Roasters. Visit them at testament.coffee

    57 min

  6. JAN 30

    Has God Spoken? Revelation, Scripture, and Why the Bible Can Be Trusted

    In this episode, Steven, Jeremias, and Andrew move from the existence of God to the issue of revelation—examining how and why God makes Himself known. Rather than assuming the authority of Scripture, the conversation explores the necessity of revelation for any meaningful Christian worldview and why the Bible stands at the center of the faith.The hosts distinguish between general and special revelation, discussing what creation reveals about God and why Scripture is essential for knowing Him personally. Along the way, they address common misunderstandings surrounding biblical authority, inspiration, and interpretation, showing how revelation forms the backbone of Christian theology, worship, and practice.This episode advances the apologetics framework of Season 2, equipping believers to understand, articulate, and defend why Scripture matters—and why revelation is essential to the Christian faith.This episode of The Apostolic Classroom was sponsored by Full Armor Training. Visit them at https://www.facebook.com/Fullarmortrainingllc/.

    1h 4m

  7. JAN 23

    Season 2 Premiere: Why Apologetics Matters for the Modern Church

    Semester 2 of The Apostolic Classroom begins with a new focus: apologetics.In this season premiere, Steven, Jeremias, and Andrew lay the foundation for why defending the Christian faith matters in the modern church. Rather than beginning with debates or objections, the conversation centers on the purpose, posture, and responsibility of apologetics in a skeptical age.The hosts discuss common misunderstandings of Christianity, the dangers of shallow answers, and the need for believers to be grounded in Scripture, history, and sound reasoning. Drawing from biblical and historical examples, they explore how apologetics serves the church—not as a tool for winning arguments, but as a means of preserving truth, strengthening faith, and faithfully representing Christ.This episode sets the tone for Season 2, establishing a thoughtful, apostolic framework for engaging questions, challenges, and objections to the Christian faith.This episode of The Apostolic Classroom was sponsored by Exousia Group. Visit them at exousiagroup.com.

    1h 15m

  8. 2025-12-26 · BONUS

    Celebrating Christ at Christmas | History, Scripture, and Christian Conviction

    Christmas is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the Christian world—but it’s also one of the most debated.In this special Christmas episode of The Apostolic Classroom, Steven Gill, Jeremias Zuniga, and Andrew Herbst take a thoughtful, biblical look at the question: Should Christians celebrate Christmas?The discussion explores the historical development of Christmas, common objections surrounding its origins, and—most importantly—how Scripture guides Christian worship, conscience, and liberty. Rather than approaching the topic polemically, the hosts aim to bring clarity, balance, and biblical grounding to a conversation that often generates more heat than light.Whether you’ve celebrated Christmas your whole life, questioned it, or avoided it altogether, this episode invites believers to think carefully, biblically, and charitably about how Christ is honored. Pre-order God's Kingship at https://publications.truthbook.co/godskingship

    1h 3m
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Long-form discussions on the most important subject matter in Christian learning, theology, biblical studies, and more. This podcast mirrors a semester-based structure (16 episodes) and brings Bible college classroom discussion to listeners in a podcast format. In addition to the podcast, The Apostolic Classroom offers published materials designed to equip educators and students with the resources they need in the Christian classroom.

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  • Creator
    The Apostolic Classroom
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
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