Lipscomb University's College of Bible and Ministry Podcast

Lipscomb University
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Welcome to Lipscomb University's College of Bible and Ministry Podcast, where we seek to integrate strong academics with spiritual formation and biblical study! Sit down with our hosts, Evan Richardson and Olivia Jaques, as they meet with the Christian scholars and educators that make up our college's staff to discuss their specialties, current projects, and spiritual journeys. New episodes are released every other Thursday during the academic calendar.

  1. 12/04/2025

    Dr. Mike Williams

    Professor Mike Williams shares how his background in anthropology and his understanding of ancient Greek shape the way he approaches biblical interpretation. He highlights the importance of humbly recognizing multiple possibilities within the text rather than assuming one obvious meaning. We also discuss why rigorous study matters for the life of the church and how careful engagement with scripture helps form more grounded and thoughtful ministers. Click here to get connected with Hazelip! Outro: "Alright" by The Lipscomb University Gospel Choir

    23 min

  2. 11/20/2025

    Nathan Scott

    Lipscomb senior Nathan Scott discusses his journey to Nashville from Albany, New York and how Lipscomb has impacted his faith and calling. He reflects on how mentorship and exegesis have deepened his love for scripture, how 1 Corinthians reveals the power of self-giving love, and how he’s learning to “live in the tension” between future ministry and present faithfulness. Click here to get connected with Hazelip! Outro: "Alright" by The Lipscomb University Gospel Choir

    21 min

  3. 11/06/2025

    Savannah Brouwer

    M.Div. student Savannah Brouwer joins us to talk about spiritual embodiment, singleness, and the beauty of asking hard questions. She shares how her study of theology and church history has created opportunities for knowledge to become devotion and practice. Savannah also reminds us that God delights in partnering with His people to bring renewal to the world. Click here to get connected with Hazelip! Outro: "Alright" by The Lipscomb University Gospel Choir

    28 min

  4. 10/23/2025

    Dr. Paavo Tucker

    Old Testament professor Dr. Paavo Tucker shares how his early love for Hebrew and faithful parents guided him into a lifelong calling to study and teach scripture. He discusses his exploration of how the Psalms shape our understanding of beauty and how our most difficult questions about the Bible can actually draw us nearer to God if the text is treated as more than an object of study. Click here to get connected with Hazelip! Outro: "Alright" by The Lipscomb University Gospel Choir

    25 min

  5. 10/09/2025

    Windy Frank

    Adjunct professor Windy Frank shares how her journey from journalism to ministry shaped her passion for storytelling, Scripture, and spiritual formation. She reflects on how stories connect faith and emotion, how students can find their place in God’s larger narrative, and why curiosity and honesty matter when engaging the Bible. Click here to get connected with Hazelip! Outro: "Alright" by The Lipscomb University Gospel Choir

    22 min

  6. 09/25/2025

    Dr. Joshua Strahan

    Dr. Strahan reflects on 15 years of teaching at Lipscomb, sharing why the essentials of faith matter most and why Scripture is “a live experience, not just an artifact to observe.” He talks about the joy of guiding students through the Story of Jesus class, the role of the Apostles’ Creed in shaping interpretation, and how teaching continues to surprise and inspire him. Links: Book: The Basics of Christian Belief Video Series: The Basics of Christian Belief Click here to get connected with Hazelip! Outro: "Alright" by The Lipscomb University Gospel Choir

    25 min

  7. 09/11/2025

    Kristen Flake

    Kristen Flake, PhD candidate in Lipscomb’s Lanier Center for Archaeology, shares how her research on early Christian mosaics connects art, theology, and worship. She also reflects on teaching Bible courses, guiding students to see Scripture as a living story, and how digs in Israel and Jordan bring the biblical world to life. Links: Lipscomb's Lanier Center for Archaeology Tel Gezer Excavation Project Illustration & article on ancient Israelite housing Click here to get connected with Hazelip! Outro: "Alright" by The Lipscomb University Gospel Choir

    30 min

  8. 08/28/2025

    Dr. Earl Lavender

    Dr. Earl Lavender shares how his life in ministry, education, and missions has been shaped by unexpected opportunities and a deep commitment to God’s story. From coaching baseball in Italy to launching the Center for Vocational Discovery at Lipscomb University, Lavender reflects on vocational calling and the unfolding narrative of God’s redemptive work through the church—a story into which every believer is invited to participate. Links: Lipscomb's Center for Vocational Discovery Click here to get connected with Hazelip! Outro: "Alright" by The Lipscomb University Gospel Choir

    33 min
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Welcome to Lipscomb University's College of Bible and Ministry Podcast, where we seek to integrate strong academics with spiritual formation and biblical study! Sit down with our hosts, Evan Richardson and Olivia Jaques, as they meet with the Christian scholars and educators that make up our college's staff to discuss their specialties, current projects, and spiritual journeys. New episodes are released every other Thursday during the academic calendar.

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