The Apostolic Classroom

The Apostolic Classroom

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. 6 FEB

    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
  2. 19/12/2025 · BONUS

    God’s Kingship: A New Book for Biblical Study — Pre-Orders Now Open

    In this special launch episode of The Apostolic Classroom, Steven, Jeremias, and Andrew introduce God’s Kingship—the new companion volume developed alongside Semester 1 of the podcast.Over the course of the semester, the hosts committed to writing essays that would parallel and expand upon each week’s discussion, resulting in a collection of forty-two essays tracing God’s kingship from Genesis through church history. In this conversation, they reflect on the vision behind the book, the decision to prioritize clarity and accessibility over exhaustive treatment, and the desire to create a resource valuable for students, pastors, teachers, and serious readers of Scripture.Topics include the structure of the book, the balance between biblical theology and historical scholarship, the role of careful sourcing and footnoting, and the importance of engaging respectfully with both Apostolic and non-Apostolic scholarship. The hosts also discuss the significance of the cover design, the use of archaeological and historical evidence, and their hope that the book will serve as an entry point into deeper theological study rather than a final word on the subject.This episode offers listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how God’s Kingship came together, why it exists, and how it is intended to be used—as a tool for learning, teaching, and continued conversation about the identity of Jesus Christ and the nature of God’s rule throughout Scripture.

    25 min
  3. 05/12/2025 · BONUS

    Bonus Episode: Using Biblical Languages Well — Tools, Caution, and Confidence in Scripture

    In this bonus episode of The Apostolic Classroom, Andrew and Jeremias step aside from the main semester arc to discuss a topic that affects every serious student of Scripture: how to engage the biblical languages wisely and fruitfully. Whether someone has formal training in Hebrew and Greek or has only used tools like concordances and interlinears, this conversation helps listeners understand both the benefits and the pitfalls of working with the original text.Drawing from their academic backgrounds, the hosts explain how biblical languages can illuminate nuance, deepen confidence in translation, and sharpen a preacher’s understanding—while also stressing the importance of humility, context, and good hermeneutics. They discuss common mistakes (such as picking favorite definitions from a lexicon), the limitations of modern Hebrew/Greek for interpreting ancient forms, how grammatical features shape meaning, and why biblical languages are never meant to be mystical shortcuts to revelation.The episode concludes by offering practical guidance: recommended tools, accessible starting points, trustworthy learning pathways, and examples of how even small steps—like learning the alphabet—can enrich one’s devotional and teaching life.A thoughtful and encouraging bonus conversation reminding listeners that while biblical languages are valuable, God’s Word in faithful translation remains fully capable of forming, guiding, and transforming His people.

    36 min

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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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