the chad bozarth show

Chad Bozarth

Hi! Welcome to The Chad Bozarth Show where we have deep (sometimes shallow) conversations on theology, acting, business, and more! I’m Chad, a middle-aged sometimes-perfectionist diving into podcasting to explore life’s big questions with fascinating friends. From faith and creativity to entrepreneurship, we uncover stories and insights to inspire you. Perfect for anyone seeking growth in midlife. Subscribe for weekly interviews and let’s learn together!

  1. Exploring the Grand Narrative of the Bible | Chad Bozarth Show #041 w/Dr.  Scot Keen

    2D AGO

    Exploring the Grand Narrative of the Bible | Chad Bozarth Show #041 w/Dr. Scot Keen

    In this episode, I talk to Dr. Scot Keen, Instructor of Bible Exposition at Dallas Theological Seminary. Listen as he shares his journey from growing up in southeast Kentucky—nominal church goer, losing his dad at 15 to a brain aneurysm, then drugs and partying—to finding Jesus on a Florida beach through a gospel tract and Christian friends, sparking a deep hunger for God’s Word that led to ministry, Bible college, missions, and recently finishing his PhD at Dallas Theological Seminary. We cover his intense PhD experience (theological languages, walking 48 miles a week memorizing Scripture for comps, 125k-word dissertation just approved), his testimony, teaching at Ethnos360 Bible Institute for over 20 years, and why the Bible is one unified grand narrative. He walks through the Story of Scripture: God’s original plan for humanity as image-bearers (Genesis 1–2), the fall and serpent conflict (Genesis 3), the seed promise of a coming Deliverer, building through Abraham, Israel, David’s line, the prophets, and finding its fulfillment in Jesus as the promised Seed and King. We also hit literary structure, how books connect across the Bible, why Old Testament context matters for missions and translation, and how seeing the big picture changes everything (no more random verse-picking). A must-listen for anyone wanting the Bible’s overarching story, DTS folks, biblical theology fans, or powerful redemption testimonies. Resources: Free Grand Narrative course: https://learn.e360bible.org/courses/grand-narrative-of-scriptureDr. Keen at DTS: https://www.dts.edu/employee/wiley-keenTeach Me The Bible podcast with Dr. David Klingler (chapter-by-chapter Bible teaching):Website: https://teachmethebible.com/podcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-me-the-bible/id1565986757Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5poVyWPw9CqTWzMWfyZ31MThe Biblical Story: https://thebiblicalstory.org Books mentioned: "Living God's Word: Discovering Our Place in the Great Story of Scripture" by J. Scott Duvall and J. Daniel Hays"The Drama of Scripture: Finding Our Place in the Biblical Story" by Craig G. Bartholomew and Michael W. Goheen"Torah Story: An Apprenticeship on the Pentateuch (Second Edition)" by Gary Edward Schnittjer"Thy Kingdom Come: Tracing God's Kingdom Program and Covenant Promises Throughout History" by J. Dwight Pentecost"The Greatness of the Kingdom: An Inductive Study of the Kingdom of God" by Alva J. McClain

    41 min
  2. Spiders, Snakes & Rats: Missions in the Amazon | Chad Bozarth Show #040 w/Adam Bostic

    FEB 23

    Spiders, Snakes & Rats: Missions in the Amazon | Chad Bozarth Show #040 w/Adam Bostic

    In this episode, I talk to Adam Bostic. Listen as he shares his journey from responding to God's call at age 13, serving as a youth pastor, training at Christ for the Nations, and stepping into full-time missions in the Amazon jungle of Peru. He now oversees short-term outreaches and global missions training back at CFNI in Dallas. We explore his dramatic calling when God's presence fell like a ton of bricks upon landing in the jungle, scouting trips that broke his wife's heart in the slums of Belén (Bethlehem), buying one-way tickets with no guaranteed housing, living in the back of a barn with a tree growing through the floor, tarantulas, snakes, rats, and a rain poncho as sheets, while raising their young son in a hammock for protection. Adam opens up about the high missionary failure rate (50-80% worldwide and in his area), the grace God provides for extreme conditions, why proper training and expectations prevent burnout, prioritizing family day (Fridays off for pool time and games), envelope budgeting to protect kids from sacrificial over-giving, embracing separation from extended family traditions, staying focused on a clear vision list (Bible school, children's ministry, church planting, hosting teams), measuring real impact (launching 100+ pastors and missionaries), and the life-changing power of short-term missions trips (boosting long-term response from 2% to 25%). He describes his current role at Christ for the Nations—leading short-term outreaches (including family teams to Peru in July), teaching in the Global Missions Major, and preparing students called to the nations—while still supporting ongoing work in the Amazon jungle. A must-listen for missionary testimonies, jungle life realities, overcoming hardship with God's grace, family-first ministry in hard places, the value of short-term trips, and encouragement for anyone (young or retired) feeling called to missions—start by joining a solid sending organization!

    32 min
  3. From Southern Baptist to Anglican Priest | Chad Bozarth Show #039 w/Justin Murff

    FEB 16

    From Southern Baptist to Anglican Priest | Chad Bozarth Show #039 w/Justin Murff

    In this episode, I talk to The Venerable Canon Justin Murff. Listen as he shares his journey from 18 years as a Southern Baptist—serving in a charismatic-leaning church, leading college ministry, working at a large Dallas church, and doing overseas missions focused on reaching people from the Middle East in Europe—to becoming an Anglican priest and Canon for the Middle East and North Africa with ACNA and Global Affairs with GAFCON. We explore his growing attraction to historic liturgy, apostolic succession from St. Peter, the real presence in the Eucharist that shifted his understanding during communion, rich baptismal services that felt like community revivals, and Anglicanism as the beautiful intersection of charismatic, evangelical, Catholic, and Orthodox traditions. Justin opens up about lost friendships and relationships after leaving Baptist circles, powerful Holy Spirit encounters (healings, tongues, miraculous moments, and salvations as a Baptist missionary), and the urgent need for Christians to collaborate across denominations—especially in the persecuted churches of the Middle East facing church burnings, assassinations, and apostasy laws—while emphasizing humility, a broader global perspective, and unwavering fidelity to Scripture. He describes his unconventional priestly role ministering to bishops and archbishops around the world, bridging churches, NGOs, and governments, and recommends resources like Prayercast (daily nation-by-nation prayers), Mission Network News, "The Anglican Way" by Thomas McKenzie, and "Church History in Plain Language" by Bruce Shelley. A must-listen for Baptist-to-Anglican testimonies, understanding the draw of liturgy over modern worship, the ongoing gifts of the Holy Spirit, Christian unity beyond borders, and standing firm amid global persecution. Check out my interview with Justin's Wife: https://youtu.be/DyIKATPNOBw?si=53eJw-z2DYaOaLmI

    40 min
5
out of 5
6 Ratings

About

Hi! Welcome to The Chad Bozarth Show where we have deep (sometimes shallow) conversations on theology, acting, business, and more! I’m Chad, a middle-aged sometimes-perfectionist diving into podcasting to explore life’s big questions with fascinating friends. From faith and creativity to entrepreneurship, we uncover stories and insights to inspire you. Perfect for anyone seeking growth in midlife. Subscribe for weekly interviews and let’s learn together!