292 episodes

Theology For The Rest of Us gives quick simple answers to some of the toughest questions about God and the Bible. We answer questions on a variety of topics related to theology in a way that any person can understand, not just theology experts. This podcast is hosted by author and speaker Kenneth Ortiz. This show covers topics such as systematic theology, prayer, new covenants, baptism, tithing, love, sex, gambling, legalism, spiritual gifts, the resurrection of Jesus, church history, relationships, fasting, Calvinism and Arminianism, eschatology, common heresies, the importance of global missions, and even some political topics. Episodes feature experts such as David Mathis, Andy Stanley, Aubrey Sampson, Don Whitney, Shannon Ethridge, Preston Sprinkle, several Gospel Coalition contributors, Acts 29 pastors, ARC pastors, Crossway authors, and many others.

Theology for the Rest of Us Kenneth Ortiz

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.6 • 310 Ratings

Theology For The Rest of Us gives quick simple answers to some of the toughest questions about God and the Bible. We answer questions on a variety of topics related to theology in a way that any person can understand, not just theology experts. This podcast is hosted by author and speaker Kenneth Ortiz. This show covers topics such as systematic theology, prayer, new covenants, baptism, tithing, love, sex, gambling, legalism, spiritual gifts, the resurrection of Jesus, church history, relationships, fasting, Calvinism and Arminianism, eschatology, common heresies, the importance of global missions, and even some political topics. Episodes feature experts such as David Mathis, Andy Stanley, Aubrey Sampson, Don Whitney, Shannon Ethridge, Preston Sprinkle, several Gospel Coalition contributors, Acts 29 pastors, ARC pastors, Crossway authors, and many others.

    291: Navigating Different Social-Distancing Convictions

    291: Navigating Different Social-Distancing Convictions

    In this episode, Kenny tackles the reality that there will be various opinions and convictions from different people in our lives and churches as we make attempts to return to some sense of normalcy in the coming weeks and months. This is going to require wisdom and grace.



    Instead of demands, expectations, social pressures, harshness, judgmental attitudes, or virtue-signaling, Christians ought to actually lead the way with kindness, grace, and diplomacy in the midst of this unique season that may have the potential to be filled with some awkward moments.



    Resources



    Navigating Different COVID-19 Recovery Convictions (By Costi Hinn)



    Coronavirus and Christ (By John Piper)



    What Courage Might Corona Unleash? (By Marshall Segal)



    Let the Lily Have Today (By Marshall Segal)

    • 9 min
    290: Reacting to COVID-19 on Social Media

    290: Reacting to COVID-19 on Social Media

    In this episode, Kenny encourages and challenges listeners to be very careful with what they post on social media during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many Christians are posting things that seem to be motivated by fear, politics, or conspiracy theories, and these sorts of posts tend to cause us to lose credibility. This behavior misrepresents Jesus and potentially jeopardizes our ability to share the gospel.



    In this moment in history, people are looking for sources of comfort and encouragement. People are often looking for voices they can trust, and voices that can be the source of wisdom. Let's be what they are looking for, so that we can point them to Jesus.



    Resources



    Navigating Different COVID-19 Recovery Convictions (By Costi Hinn)



    Coronavirus and Christ (By John Piper)



    What Courage Might Corona Unleash? (By Marshall Segal)



    Let the Lily Have Today (By Marshall Segal)

    • 17 min
    289: These Are Not Uncertain Times! (What About COVID-19?)

    289: These Are Not Uncertain Times! (What About COVID-19?)

    Currently, the world is facing a global pandemic—the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). In the midst of the panic, fear, and frustrations there are many different responses. One common phrase used by many is the statement, "These are 'uncertain' times." However, for the Christian—the genuine believer in Christ—nothing is uncertain.



    In this episode, Kenny makes clear that the believer never has anything to worry about. No matter what we face, even if we die due to a virus, we are in the hands of Christ! Kenny closes the episodes with a great quote from Francis J. Grimké who was a pastor during the Spanish Flu of 1918:



    "While the plague was raging, what a comfort it was to feel that we were in the hands of a loving Father, whether we were smitten with the epidemic or not, we knew it would be well with us, that there was no reason to be alarmed."



    Resources



    Navigating Different COVID-19 Recovery Convictions (By Costi Hinn)



    Coronavirus and Christ (By John Piper)



    What Courage Might Corona Unleash? (By Marshall Segal)



    Let the Lily Have Today (By Marshall Segal)

    • 23 min
    288: Are Short-Term Missions a Waste?

    288: Are Short-Term Missions a Waste?

    Each year North American evangelicals spend millions of dollars on short-term missions trips. A recent listener of the podcast asked whether or not this is appropriate? Would it be better for us to simply pool our monies and send it overseas?



    In essence, short-term missions can be very effective, if done right. However, most short-term missions are done wrong. They often have the wrong goals and wrong peoples in mind. This makes much of the short-term missions activity feels very wasteful, inefficient, and even harmful. Short-term missions can be very helpful if we partner with local ministries and strategic come along side of them to help expand their pre-existing ministry and their gospel influence.



    Kenny also uses this question as the opportunity to discuss his approach to global missions and challenges the audience to engage in global missions. Each Christian has a part to play in global missions. As pastor and author John Piper states, "There are only three kinds of Christians when it comes to world missions: zealous goers, zealous senders, and disobedient. May God deliver us from disobedience!"



    However, just because we are all called doesn't mean that every opportunity makes sense. In this episode, Kenny talks about some of the pitfalls of contemporary missions efforts, especially highlighting the fact that most missions activity and giving currently goes towards groups that have already been reached with the Gospel. Kenny demonstrates the distinction between the "unreached" groups and the "unsaved" peoples. This is distinction is valuable as we determine how to spend our money and resources.



    Recommended Resources



    When Helping Hurts (by Steve Corbett & Brian Fikkert)



    Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry (by Cameron Cole & Jon Nielson)



    Let the Nations Be Glad (by John Piper)



    Missions: How the Local Church Goes Global (by Andy Johnson)

    • 14 min
    287: How Much Money Should I Be Giving?

    287: How Much Money Should I Be Giving?

    In this episode, Kenny answers the question: "How Much Money Should I Be Giving?" In essence, Kenny makes it clear that there's no precise set amount that we ought to give, but instead we ought to give generously and seek to invest in the things that lead to effective ministry.



    Christians ought to seek to give cheerfully. There is no need to feel obligated or guilty about giving, but instead we ought to seek to be prayerful and missional.



    Related Episodes:



    41: Why Should Christians Stop Tithing Immediately?



    122: Should Christians Give to Charities?



    Recommended Resources:



    The Treasure Principle (by Randy Alcorn)

    • 7 min
    286: What Does it Mean to be ‘Saved’?

    286: What Does it Mean to be ‘Saved’?

    In this episode, Kenny tackles the word "saved" and how it's utilized by many contemporary evangelicals.



    In addition, Kenny covers the prominent Christian adage that "we are saved, we are being saved, and we will be saved."

    • 8 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
310 Ratings

310 Ratings

memc83 ,

Informative and interesting!

Love this podcast! I started to listen because I’m not always able to attend Church, and this was my way to continue to grow as a Christian. This podcast is very Bible and God focused. He uses tons of scriptures to support what he’s saying (and these are used in context. His upbeat nature reals me in and helps to hold my attention- and I am not strong at only processing auditory input. He also seems to have a gift for discernment. I only wish he put out more episodes. Can we get an episode a month, please??

MaliaMagoo ,

BGU student

I have the immense privilege to be one of Kenny’s students at Bethany Global University and I just love how he can explain difficult topics with ease and always stay true to God’s Word! God bless you, Kenny!!

justdisciple.com ,

Fantastic Podcast

Mr. Ortiz is an engaging and thought provoking podcast host. He covers important questions and topics that many Christians wonder about. I highly recommend this podcast!

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