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Noah has an in-depth conversation with his former seminary professor Dr. David Turner about macro trends in Christian colleges and seminaries, and deep concerns about Noah's alma mater and Dr. Turner's employer of 32 years, Cornerstone University & Grand Rapids Theological Seminary. The conversation will address abusive leadership, dishonesty and manipulation, and merging Christianity with politics, all while boldly claiming to be Christ-centered. This conversation comes from a deep love both Noah and David have for Cornerstone University, and a responsibility they feel to speak up for Kingdom values. 
 
We hope this creates a space for CU/GRTS alumni to process and grieve, and for those who aren't connected with the school to think critically about trends within American Christianity and how that compares to the Jesus of the Bible. 
 
You don't have to agree with everything we say in this conversation. Noah and David don't agree on everything. But we hope this helps you think deeply and pray more effectively. 
 
https://www.instagram.com/voiceofcu https://voiceofcu.wordpress.com/ https://www.instagram.com/cornerstonejournalism/ 
https://drdavidlturner.com/category/theological-education/ 
 
Dr. David Turner began teaching at Grand Rapids Baptist Seminary in 1986, later named Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, where he retired in 2018. David is an ordained minister, and has served as a pastor and an interim pastor at four churches. Before coming to Grand Rapids he taught at Baptist Bible College of PA and Grace Theological Seminary. Currently he serves as a Scholar in Residence for New Testament Studies at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary. He has published two commentaries on Matthew and a monograph on Jesus and the Jewish leaders in Matthew 23. His latest book Interpreting the Gospels and Acts was published by Kregel Publications in their Handbooks for New Testament Exegesis series. He blogs at drdavidlturner.com.

 
You can also watch the podcast episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/65Oy4v1oEh4
 

Flip Side Notes:
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Support Flip Side sponsor Angry Brew by using promo code FLIP at angrybrew.com or fivelakes.com to pick up some Angry Brew or Chris’ Blend coffee at 10% off.
 
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Get a free month of Accountable2You keyword accountability: a2u.app/beyond (do not use “www”)
 
Support the show and get some sweet swag by becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/noahfilipiak – includes exclusive access to email the show and request topics.
 
Purchase Beyond the Battle and Needed Navigation by Noah Filipiak.

Noah has an in-depth conversation with his former seminary professor Dr. David Turner about macro trends in Christian colleges and seminaries, and deep concerns about Noah's alma mater and Dr. Turner's employer of 32 years, Cornerstone University & Grand Rapids Theological Seminary. The conversation will address abusive leadership, dishonesty and manipulation, and merging Christianity with politics, all while boldly claiming to be Christ-centered. This conversation comes from a deep love both Noah and David have for Cornerstone University, and a responsibility they feel to speak up for Kingdom values. 
 
We hope this creates a space for CU/GRTS alumni to process and grieve, and for those who aren't connected with the school to think critically about trends within American Christianity and how that compares to the Jesus of the Bible. 
 
You don't have to agree with everything we say in this conversation. Noah and David don't agree on everything. But we hope this helps you think deeply and pray more effectively. 
 
https://www.instagram.com/voiceofcu https://voiceofcu.wordpress.com/ https://www.instagram.com/cornerstonejournalism/ 
https://drdavidlturner.com/category/theological-education/ 
 
Dr. David Turner began teaching at Grand Rapids Baptist Seminary in 1986, later named Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, where he retired in 2018. David is an ordained minister, and has served as a pastor and an interim pastor at four churches. Before coming to Grand Rapids he taught at Baptist Bible College of PA and Grace Theological Seminary. Currently he serves as a Scholar in Residence for New Testament Studies at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary. He has published two commentaries on Matthew and a monograph on Jesus and the Jewish leaders in Matthew 23. His latest book Interpreting the Gospels and Acts was published by Kregel Publications in their Handbooks for New Testament Exegesis series. He blogs at drdavidlturner.com.
 

You can also watch the podcast episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2QtUppjwRHI
 

Flip Side Notes:
Join an upcoming Beyond the Battle online group at www.beyondthebattle.net
 
Support Flip Side sponsor Angry Brew by using promo code FLIP at angrybrew.com or fivelakes.com to pick up some Angry Brew or Chris’ Blend coffee at 10% off.
 
Get a free month of Covenant Eyes at www.covenanteyes.com using promo code BEYOND
 
Get a free month of Accountable2You keyword accountability: a2u.app/beyond (do not use “www”)
 
Support the show and get some sweet swag by becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/noahfilipiak – includes exclusive access to email the show and request topics.
 
Purchase Beyond the Battle and Needed Navigation by Noah Filipiak.

Noah has a conversation with Dr. Joy Skarka about her journey of overcoming pornography, as well as the stigma and shame that it came with. Joy is on staff at Authentic Intimacy, which provides a multitude of resources to help men, women, and couples overcome unwanted sexual behavior and find healing. She and Dr. Juli Slattery's new book Her Freedom Journey: A Guide Out of Porn and Shame to Authentic Intimacy is available on July 2nd, 2024. Be sure to pick up your copy today. 
 
Dr. Joy Skarka is the Authentic Intimacy Program Manager and is on the front lines of serving the Authentic Intimacy member community. Joy joined the Authentic Intimacy team in 2020 and has built a transformational ministry for women who struggle with sexual shame and pornography. (Read Joy’s blogs here.) 
 
Joy is passionate about creating spaces to free women from sexual shame and leads online small groups for women with unwanted sexual behavior. She coaches and teaches Christian leaders how to help women find freedom from sexual shame and pornography. Joy is an Adjunct Professor at Dallas Theological Seminary teaching the course “Sexuality and Ethics”.
 
You can also watch the podcast episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z_lgJb6fGmo

Flip Side Notes:
Join an upcoming Beyond the Battle online group at www.beyondthebattle.net
 
Support Flip Side sponsor Angry Brew by using promo code FLIP at angrybrew.com or fivelakes.com to pick up some Angry Brew or Chris’ Blend coffee at 10% off.
 
Get a free month of Covenant Eyes at www.covenanteyes.com using promo code BEYOND
 
Get a free month of Accountable2You keyword accountability: a2u.app/beyond (do not use “www”)
 
Support the show and get some sweet swag by becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/noahfilipiak – includes exclusive access to email the show and request topics.
 
Purchase Beyond the Battle and Needed Navigation by Noah Filipiak.

Noah has a conversation with Jalen Seawright on worship and justice. This conversation is meant to help you think critically and come closer to the heart of God for worship and the oppressed. It centers around applying biblical texts to modern day racial and economic injustices, and casts a vision for churches and Christians who believe in the whole Bible and want to obey it and live it out. As Jalen says, "Less talk, and more walk!" You will be challenged and stretched by this conversation. If you want to grow in your walk with the Lord, tune in!

Jalen Seawright is a pastor, community activist and justice advocate. He and his wife reside in the Detroit area and have three beautiful daughters. Jalen is an experienced musician and worship leader who has spent most of his life serving churches in Michigan’s urban core. Jalen continues to work in music and leads worship for various churches in the metro Detroit region. He is currently the Worship Pastor at LifeChurch Southfield and LifeChurch Riverside. He is a member of the band Common Hymnal. 

You can also watch the podcast episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jq1Z3pDM-Co
 
Flip Side Notes:
Join an upcoming Beyond the Battle online group at www.beyondthebattle.net
 
Support Flip Side sponsor Angry Brew by using promo code FLIP at angrybrew.com or fivelakes.com to pick up some Angry Brew or Chris’ Blend coffee at 10% off.
 
Get a free month of Covenant Eyes at www.covenanteyes.com using promo code BEYOND
 
Get a free month of Accountable2You keyword accountability: a2u.app/beyond (do not use “www”)
 
Support the show and get some sweet swag by becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/noahfilipiak – includes exclusive access to email the show and request topics.
 
Purchase Beyond the Battle and Needed Navigation by Noah Filipiak.

 

Yo! This 5 MIN FLIP went way long. Just a heads up to brace yourself for 30 minutes and to think of this as more of a mini long-form episode.