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12/17/2025

Christmas Cranks and Christmas Blessings with Justin Taylor and Collin Hansen

If you are looking for a podcast where three friends talk about whatever they want to talk about and ramble on about sports, books, and grievances, then this is the episode for you! It’s also an opportunity to hear the three amigos laugh, tell funny stories, and end with a reflection on the many simple gifts and graces in their lives.

12/17/2025

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1h 6m
12/15/2025

Life and Ministry in Charlotte and in the SBC with Clint Pressley

In a rare cultural anomaly that may never be repeated in our lifetimes, the current SBC President and current PCA Moderator live in the same neighborhood just a few streets apart. What a time to be alive, people! In this hometown episode, Kevin talks with Clint Pressley—native Charlottean, senior pastor at Hickory Grove Baptist, and current president of the Southern Baptist Convention—about life and ministry in the Queen City and how things work in the SBC. Stick around to the end and find out which one of these Charlotte pastors lifts weights with other people and which one prefers to run around away from people.

12/15/2025

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53 min
12/18/2025

Did the Son of God Leave Heaven When He Came to Earth?

In this episode, Kevin DeYoung reads his article Did the Son of God Leave Heaven When He Came to Earth?, reflecting how the Son of God descended from heaven in such a way as to still be in heaven.

12/18/2025

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9 min
03/31/2025

A Reformed Approach to Spiritual Formation with Matthew Bingham

It is often believed, by friends and critics alike, that the Reformed tradition, though perhaps good on formal doctrine, is impoverished when it comes to spiritual formation. The charge is that the Reformed approach to piety is all about head knowledge, about learning things as brains on sticks. Other Christians may be less critical but simply assume that there is no right or wrong way to do spiritual formation. This often leads evangelical to adopt an eclectic approach to personal growth in Christ. Many Christians in conservative Protestant churches end up adopting Catholic and Orthodox approaches as being more fulsome and effective. But what if there is a Reformed approach to spiritual formation that is rich, deep, historic, and more biblical than the alternatives? That’s what Kevin explores with Matthew Bingham (associate professor of church history at Phoenix Seminary) as they dig into Matthew’s fantastic new book A Heart Aflame for God: A Reformed Approach to Spiritual Formation (Crossway). Chapters: 0:00 Sponsors & Intro 3:27 Tell Us About Yourself 8:16 Spiritual Formation 14:18 A Heart Aflame for God 21:15 A Reformed Approach to Spiritual Formation 26:53 Sponsor Break 29:44 Biblical Centrality 40:40 The Reformed Triangle of Spiritual Formation 47:24 Quick Takes 1:06:41 Final Thoughts 1:12:14 Until Next Time… Books & Everything: ESV New Testament, Share the Good News® Edition Desiring God | Holy Week GPTS | A Sacred Calling WTS | MA in Theological Studies Heart Aflame for God: A Reformed Approach to Spiritual Formation

03/31/2025

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1h 13m
12/10/2025

In Search of Chivalry

In this episode, Kevin DeYoung reads his new article In Search of Chivalry, reflecting on how the best of Christendom called knights to be a different kind of warrior—one marked by courage, humility, and virtue.

12/10/2025

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9 min
09/12/2022

Apologetics and Critical Race Theory with Neil Shenvi

Although Neil has a PhD in theoretical chemistry, he’s made a name for himself as an expert on Critical Race Theory (and Critical Theory more generally). Is CRT just a legal theory? Can anyone know what it really is? Is CRT just a plot by conservatives to gin up votes? Should Christians take CRT and chew the meat and spit out of the bones? Kevin and Neil answer these questions and many more. They also dive into Neil’s new book on apologetics and explore the wild world of evangelical Twitter. Timestamps: Intro and Sponsor: Crossway [0:00-2:35] Guest Introduction: Neil Shenvi [2:36-14:46] Neil's Map of Evangelical Twitter [14:47-22:27] Why Believe? [22:28-28:43] What is Apologetics For? [28:44-36:50] Sponsor 2: Westminster Seminary Press [36:51-38:02] How to Understand Critical Race Theory [38:03-1:10:06] Pastoral Responses [1:10:07-1:20:26] Books: Why Believe: A Reasoned Approach to Christianity - Neil Shenvi The Screwtape Letters - C.S. Lewis Cold Case Christianity - J. Warner Wallace Critical Race Theory: An Introduction - Richard Delgado Is Everyone Really Equal? - Ozlem Sensoy & Robin D'Angelo God is a Black Woman - Christena Cleveland

09/12/2022

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1h 20m
02/20/2025

Preaching and Pastoral Ministry with John Piper

In this wide-ranging interview, recorded live at Christ Covenant Church in conjunction with the Coram Deo Pastors Workshop, Kevin asks John about everything from preaching style, to the influence of his parents, to growing up in the South, to his strengths and weaknesses as a pastor. You’ll hear lots of stories, pastoral wisdom, and personal transparency. This is one episode you won’t want to miss. Chapters: 0:00 Sponsors 1:42 Introduction 2:35 The Privilege of Preaching 29:53 Humility in Pastoral Ministry 41:38 On Marriage 46:31 Sponsor Break 48:13 Pastoral Communication 53:30 Did You Ever Think of Leaving Ministry? 54:58 Parental Influence 1:01:23 Additional Thoughts 1:13:53 John Piper’s Legacy Books & Everything: Ask Pastor John The Supremacy of God in Preaching GPTS | Midweeker Master of Arts in Theological Studies

02/20/2025

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1h 16m
04/28/2025

Nicene Orthodoxy with Blair Smith

Kevin welcomes his good friend—neighbor, church colleague, and seminary colleague (soon to be boss!)—Blair Smith to the podcast. As a systematic theology professor, Blair’s expertise is on Trinitarian theology, in particular in the crucial fourth and fifth centuries. Listen in as Kevn and Blair look at the theology and the history behind the Council of Nicaea (325) and the Council of Constantinople (381). Yes, there are a lot of names and concepts flying around in the podcast studio with this one, but for good reason. What could be more important than the doctrine of the Trinity, than knowing who God is? CHAPTERS 0:00 Sponsors & Intro 2:11 Who Is Blair Smith? 9:34 Four Degrees & Education Background 12:20 Conversation Outline & Begin Nicene Discussion 19:38 What Should We Know About The Fatherhood Of God? 25:25 Nicene Origins & The Need For Clarity 28:40 Sponsor Break 30:54 How Does This Help Us Understand The Eternal Son? 37:15 Trinity Debates & Subordination Controversy 46:59 What Led To The Revision Of The Nicene Creed? 54:53 Common Ground & Finding The Right Language 57:07 How Does Augustine Fit Into Nicene Orthodoxy? 1:01:38 Books From Blair To Consider 1:03:42 Why Should We Care About The Doctrine Of The Trinity? BOOKS & EVERYTHING The Nicene Creed Reformed Confessionalism One God Almighty: The Biblical Doctrine of the Triune God Our Father in Heaven: Rediscovering and Embracing the Fatherhood of God CROSSWAY | The Nicene Creed DESIRING GOD | What’s The Difference? GREENVILLE SEMINARY | Pastoral Theology WESTMINSTER SEMINARY | Biblical Languages

04/28/2025

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1h 5m
09/27/2023

Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age with Rosaria Butterfield

Is homosexuality normal? Is transgenderism a sin? Is Christian kindness the same thing as spiritual niceness? What's the difference between acceptance and approval? In this episode, Kevin and Rosaria probe these questions and many others like them. Whether you are struggling with sexual sin, know someone who is, or even if you think Kevin and Rosaria are dead wrong, you won't want to miss this important and provocative episode. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:40 A Little About Rosaria 15:43 Sponsor: Crossway | The Lord of Psalm 23 16:19 Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age 27:26 Lie #1: Homosexuality is Normal 41:48 Lie #2: Being a Spiritual Person is Kinder Than Being a Biblical Christian 48:30 Lies #3, 4, & 5 55:20 Sponsor: DesiringGod | 20th Anniversary of ‘Don’t Waste Your Life’ 55:55 Arguments Against Coming Out 1:10:55 “Would you rather have a dead daughter or a living son?” 1:18:46 The Difference Between Acceptance and Approval Books & Everything: Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age The Lord of Psalm 23: Jesus Our Shepherd, Companion, and Host The New Reformation Catechism on Human Sexuality Don't Waste Your Life

09/27/2023

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1h 24m
05/05/2025

The Biblical View of Abortion with Tom Pennington

What does the Bible say about life in the womb? When does life begin? What about personhood? What has the church taught about abortion over the centuries? How should we respond to familiar slogans like “My body, my choice”? In this important episode, Kevin talks with Tom Pennington, Pastor at Countryside Bible Church in Southlake, Texas, about his new book The Biblical View of Abortion: God’s Heart for Life in the Womb. Listen in as Tom and Kevin try to equip Christians to defend life and love the unborn, just like God does. CHAPTERS 0:00 Sponsors 1:39 Greeting & Salutations 2:48 Who Is Tom Pennington? 4:16 Grace To You Origins 5:04 Tom’s Time In Texas 7:24 Let’s Talk About The Book 9:08 What’s Happened Since Roe v. Wade Overturned? 11:40 The Effort To Persuade & Promote Biblical View 15:17 Counterargument To “Historical Acceptance” 18:33 Counterargument To “Might As Well Make It Safe” 20:13 Counterargument To “Keep State Out Of Bedroom” 21:35 Counterargument To “My Body, My Choice” 22:19 Counterargument To “Can’t Legislate Morality” 24:30 Positive Rights & Negative Rights 29:28 Lack of Scientific Debate About Origin Of Life 30:25 How Do We Diagnose This Issue Spiritually? 33:55 Sponsor Break 35:54 Speak To The Person Who Hates What We’re Saying 39:42 Counterargument To “When Personhood Begins” 42:24 Connections To Jesus Christ & Christology 45:25 The SLED Acronym 47:08 Church History Related To Abortion 49:10 Rape, Incest & Life Of The Mother 57:04 Ending Treatment vs Ending Life 58:38 Pray For Us Pastor Tom 1:00:55 Thank You & Goodbye BOOKS & EVERYTHING The Biblical View of Abortion: God’s Heart for Life in the Womb by Tom Pennington CROSSWAY | A Light On The Hill DESIRING GOD | Be Happy Event GREENVILLE SEMINARY | Pastoral Theology WESTMINSTER SEMINARY | Theological Studies

05/05/2025

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1h 2m

In an age of confusion and complication, we believe one of the great needs in our day is for clarity. People all over the world need Bible truths and sound theology presented clearly and applied carefully—to their lives and to the problems of our day. Learn and grow with thousands of resources from the ministry of Kevin DeYoung.

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