Theology for the Church

Caleb Lenard
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Theology for the Church

Theology for the Church aims to provide accessible, theologically rich conversations that have an eye toward applied theology and a heart for the local church. Weekly episodes hosted by Caleb Lenard (DEdMin, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) cover all kinds of topics and themes in Christian doctrine, biblical theology, and Christian formation through engaging interviews with pastors, biblical scholars, and theologians from across the globe.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    The Biblical Canon with Peter Gurry

    In this episode, Caleb is joined by Peter Gurry (PhD, University of Cambridge) professor of New Testament at Phoenix Seminary and Text & Canon Institute Director to discuss the canonicity of Scripture. Together they discuss common questions and misconceptions surrounding the formation and history of the Bible in an accessible and apologetic manner.  Resources Scribes and Scripture: The Amazing Story of How We Got the Bible by John Meade and Peter Gurry Text & Canon Institute directed by Peter Gurry and John Meade

    59 min

  2. JAN 6

    A Biblical Theology of Resurrection Hope with Jeff Brannon

    In this episode, Caleb is joined by Jeff Brannon (PhD, University of Edinburgh) professor of biblical studies to discuss a biblical theology of resurrection hope. Together, they trace the theme of resurrection hope and life after death from Genesis to Revelation discussing practical applications along the way. Resources The Hope of Life After Death: A Biblical Theology of Resurrection by Jeff Brannon Resurrection Hope and the Death of Death by Mitch Chase By Faith, Not by Sight: Paul and the Order of Salvation Richard Gaffin Union with the Resurrected Christ: Eschatological New Creation and New Testament Biblical Theology by Greg Beale

    1h 1m

  3. 12/30/2024

    Friendship with God with Mike McKinley (S2E62)

    In this episode, Caleb is joined by Mike McKinley (MDiv, Westminster Theological Seminary) senior pastor of Sterling Park Baptist Church in Sterling, Virginia to discuss his book, Friendship with God: A Path to Deeper Fellowship with the Father, Son, and Spirit. Together, they define what friendship with God means and offer practical guidance for how to develop fellowship with Him—such as obeying the Scriptures commands, acknowledgment of sin, prayer, belonging to a local church, and more. Resources Friendship with God: A Path to Deeper Fellowship with the Father, Son, and Spirit by Mike McKinley Communion with the Triune God by John Owen edited by Kelly Kapic and Justin Taylor The Cross of Christ by John Stott Knowing God by J.I. Packer The Holy Spirit by Sinclair Ferguson

    41 min

  4. 12/23/2024

    What Does it Mean to Follow Jesus? with Tim Wiebe (S2E61)

    In this episode, Caleb is joined by Tim Wiebe (DMin, Southern Seminary) pastor of spiritual formation at Brookside Church in Omaha, Nebraska to discuss Tim's new book, What Does It Mean to Follow Jesus?: A Clear, Biblical Picture of Discipleship. Together they discuss what a framework for holistic discipleship that is biblical, practical, and accessible looks like. Resources What Does It Mean to Follow Jesus?: A Clear, Biblical Picture of Discipleship by Tim Wiebe Following the Master: A Biblical Theology of Discipleship by Michael Wilkins Renovation of the Heart: Putting on the Character of Christ by Dallas Willard The Complete Book of Discipleship: On Being and Making Followers of Christ by Bill Hull Knowing God by J.I. Packer

    50 min

  5. 12/16/2024

    Preaching Practical Application from Every Text of Scripture with Murray Capill (S2E60)

    In this episode, Caleb is joined by Murray Capill (DMin, Westminster Seminary) Dean of Ministry Development and Lecturer in Pastoral Ministry at Reformed Theological College (Melbourne, Australia) to discuss the topic of how to preach practical application from every text of Scripture. Resources ​⁠The Heart Is the Target: Preaching Practical Application from Every Text⁠ by Murray Capill ​⁠Reformed Preaching: Proclaiming God's Word from the Heart of the Preacher to the Heart of His People ⁠by Joel Beeke ​⁠Putting the Truth to Work: The Theory and Practice of Biblical Application ⁠by Dan Doriani ​⁠Preaching: Communicating Faith in an Age of Skepticism ⁠by Tim Keller ⁠The Supremacy of God in Preaching​⁠ by John Piper

    50 min

  6. 12/09/2024

    Ancient Wisdom for the Care of Souls with Shawn Wilhite and Coleman Ford (S2E59)

    In this episode, Caleb is joined by Shawn Wilhite (PhD, Durham University) associate professor of New Testament at California Baptist University and Coleman Ford (PhD, Southern Seminary)  assistant professor of humanities at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary to discuss their new book,  Ancient Wisdom for the Care of Souls: Learning the Art of Pastoral Ministry from the Church Fathers. Together they discuss what a scriptural vision of ministry is, how patristic voices help inform this vision, and how pastors today can cultivate this pastoral vision in their churches. Ancient Wisdom for the Care of Souls: Learning the Art of Pastoral Ministry from the Church Fathers by Shawn Wilhite and Coleman Ford The Book of Pastoral Rule: St. Gregory the Great The Contemplative Pastor: Returning to the Art of Spiritual Direction by Eugene Peterson Confessions by Augustine On God and Christ: The Five Theological Orations and Two Letters to Cledonius by Gregory of Nazianzus The Spirit of Early Christian Thought: Seeking the Face of God by Robert Louis Wilken

    1h 6m

  7. 12/02/2024

    Conceived by the Holy Spirit: The Virgin Birth in Scripture and Theology with Rhyne Putman (S2E58)

    In this episode, Caleb is joined by Rhyne Putman (PhD, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary) Professor of Christian Ministries at Williams Baptist University to discuss his new book, Conceived by the Holy Spirit: The Virgin Birth in Scripture and Theology. Together, they discuss the birth narratives of Christ from the gospels and demonstrate not only the truth of the virgin birth, but also its necessity for orthodox theology and its implications for Christian life. Resources:  Conceived by the Holy Spirit: The Virgin Birth in Scripture and Theology by Rhyne Putman A Savior Is Born: From Heaven’s Throne to Bethlehem’s Manger by William Cook Was Jesus Really Born of a Virgin? By Bandon Crowe The Lord Jesus Christ: The Biblical Doctrine of the Person and Work of Christ by Brandon Crowe The Virgin Birth of Christ by J. Gresham Machen

    1h 3m

  8. 11/25/2024

    The Book of Hebrews with Dennis Johnson (S2E57)

    In this episode, Caleb is joined by Dennis Johnson (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) professor emeritus of practical theology at Westminster Seminary California and assistant pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Dayton, Tennessee to discuss his new book, Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims: A Theology of Hebrews. Together, they discuss the purpose, main idea, structure, and key themes as well as teaching tips for better communicating the message of Hebrews to others. Resources: ​Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims: A Theology of Hebrews by Dennis Johnson​Hebrews in the ESV Expository Commentary Series by Dennis Johnson​The Epistle to the Hebrews by F.F. Bruce​Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary by Tom Schreiner​The Teaching of the Epistle to the Hebrews by Gerrhardus Vos​Hebrews by Richard Phillips​Hebrews by William Lane

    54 min
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Theology for the Church aims to provide accessible, theologically rich conversations that have an eye toward applied theology and a heart for the local church. Weekly episodes hosted by Caleb Lenard (DEdMin, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) cover all kinds of topics and themes in Christian doctrine, biblical theology, and Christian formation through engaging interviews with pastors, biblical scholars, and theologians from across the globe.

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  • Creator
    Caleb Lenard
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    103
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Caleb Lenard
  • Show Website
    Theology for the Church

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