History and Hope

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, White Nationalism, Korean  Church: An Interview with Peter Lee

A look at the 4th-century heresy and its application for today

Links related to this episode: @burnsclan_ Pass the Mic The Witness

An interview with Benjamin Sebrell and his experience in the Independent Fundamental Baptist movement Links related to this episode: Christian nationalism: an unholy union https://lmtytml.storenvy.com/ https://www.patreon.com/historyandhope

An interview with Rich Damey covering his experience in North Valley Baptist Church WARNING this account contains details about abuse and may be difficult for some listeners to hear.

A discussion on Biblical manhood and womanhood with Dr Allison Murray   Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: @AEMurrayHoC @WomenInTheology

A historical and biblical look at women preachers.   Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode:   No Little Women by Aimee Byrd

A discussion on the systemic issues in private Christian schools with special guests from the Black Sheep Initiative. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: blacksheepinitiative.org  

Kyle J Howard discusses how our ecclesiology can prevent or promote abuse in the church. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: https://kylejhoward.com/ @KyleJamesHoward on Twitter Redeeming Power: Understanding Authority and Abuse in the Church by Diane Langberg Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--And Freeing Yourself from Its Power By Wade Mullen The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse: Recognizing and Escaping Spiritual Manipulation and False Spiritual Authority Within the Church By David Johnson and Jeff Vanvonderen

Kyle J Howard discusses how our ecclesiology can prevent or promote abuse in the church. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: https://kylejhoward.com/ @KyleJamesHoward on Twitter Redeeming Power: Understanding Authority and Abuse in the Church by Diane Langberg Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--And Freeing Yourself from Its Power By Wade Mullen The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse: Recognizing and Escaping Spiritual Manipulation and False Spiritual Authority Within the Church By David Johnson and Jeff Vanvonderen

Accounts of abuse from Anna Simmers of Black Sheep Initiative along with other students of Anchorage Baptist School. WARNING some of these accounts contain graphic information about sexual abuse and may be difficult for some listeners to hear.   Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode:   blacksheepinitiative.org   Redeeming Power: Understanding Authority and Abuse in the Church by Diane Langberg

An interview with Trey Ferguson.   Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Reading While Black: African American Biblical Interpretation as an Exercise in Hope by Esau McCaulley Stand Your Ground: Black Bodies and the Justice of God by Kelly Brown Douglas  

Part two of our response to objections raised concerning the episode on Whiteness Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Divided by Faith by Michael O. Emerson and Christian Smith

Part one of a response to objections raised concerning the episode on Whiteness   Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Stamped from the beginning by Ibram X. Kendi

Part nine in the series on the Baptists Distinctives: Separation of Church and State Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: A Short Declaration of the Mystery of Iniquity (1611/1612)” by Thomas Helwys

Description: Part eight in the series on the Baptists Distinctives: Two Offices   Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: What’s the Difference between Elders and Deacons? By Isaac Adams

Part seven in the series on the Baptists Distinctives: Saved Church Membership   Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Democratic Religion: Freedom, Authority, and Church Discipline in the Baptist South 1785-1900 by Gregory A. Wills

Part Six in the series on the Baptists Distinctives: Individual Soul Liberty   Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: 1689 Confession chapter 21

We discuss the system of Whiteness in America   Recommended resources on the topics discussed in this episode:   Video of Jarvis Williams on "Whiteness" 

Part Five in the series on the Baptists Distinctives: The Lord's Supper   Recommended resources on the topics discussed in this episode:   9Marks video on Baptism and the Lord's Supper  

We sit down with the lead pastor of Faith Bible church, Sung Cho, to discuss ministry during the Corona virus. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Statement on Anti-Asian racism in the Time of Covid-19 How DC Churches Responded When the Government Banned Public Gatherings During the Spanish Flu of 1918

We sit down with a member of our church, John Warren, and listen to his story of growing up Black in America in the 50s and 60s. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Divided by Faith By Michael O. Emerson and Christian Smith

Part four in the series on the Baptists Distinctives: Baptism Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Sojourners and Strangers: The Doctrine of the Church By Gregg Allison Believer's Baptism Sign of the New Covenant in Christ edited by Thomas R. Schreiner and Shawn Wright

We discuss the problem of abuse in the church and what the Bible calls us to do about it. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: For spiritual care for abuse recovery The Bruised Reed by Richard Sibbes RAINN support hotline

Part three in the series on the Baptists Distinctives: Priesthood of all believers. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: The Priesthood of All Believers and the Quest for Theological Integrity by Timothy George

Part two in the series on the Baptists Distinctives: Autonomy of the local church and congregationalism. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: "Don't Fire Your Church Members: The Case for Congregationalism" by Jonathan Leeman

We start a series on the Baptists Distinctives by discussing Biblical Authority. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Baptists and the Bible by L. Russ Bush and Tom J. Nettles Daily Does of Greek By Dr Robert Plummer

We discuss the first Baptist in Ireland and his legacy with special guest Micah Caswell Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Thomas Patient: The Father of the Irish Baptist Church By Micah Caswell

We discuss the history of Baptists in relation to the Reformation and Protestantism. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: The Baptist Heritage: Four Centuries of Baptist Witness by H. Leon McBeth

We discuss the history of altar calls and the man that made them so popular. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: A brief history of altar calls by Thomas Kidd

We discuss the historical relationship between Independent Baptists and the King James Version of the Bible.

We answer some of the questions we have received from listeners. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Plain Theology for Plain People by Charles Octavius Boothe

How Baptists viewed the American Revolution before, during, and after the war. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Baptists in America: A History by Thomas Kidd and Barry Hankins Was America Founded as a Christian Nation? by John Fea

Mark and Matthew discuss the first Baptist Missionary George Liele and the influence of his ministry.    Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode:   Slave Religion: The "Invisible Institution" in the Antebellum South by Albert J. Raboteau   The Baptist Heritage: Four Centuries of Baptist Witness by H. Leon McBeth   Missionaries You Should Know: George Liele by Lesley Hildreth  

Mark and Matthew discuss the recent discussion around a post from John MacArthur about race. They discuss where race came from and the origins of the Curse of Ham Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Post by MacArthur Stamped from the Beginning by Ibram X Kendi

This week Mark and Matthew discuss the book The Trail of Blood by James Carroll. They discuss what claims the book makes, why Baptists want to make those claims, and if they stand up to historical scrutiny.  Suggested reading on this topic include:   Christianity Through the Centuries by Earle E. Cairns   The Baptist Heritage: Four Centuries of Baptist Witness by H. Leon McBeth

Mark and Matthew discuss the first Baptist confession from 1611. Who wrote it, why he wrote it, and what it means to be a Baptist based on history. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: A Declaration of Faith of English People by Thomas Helwys 1611 Readings in Baptist History: Four Centuries of Selected Documents by Joseph Early Jr

Mark and Matthew discuss Calvinism. What it is and isn't, where it came from, and how it should be viewed by Arminians. Recommended reading on the topics discussed in this episode: Tulip and Reformed Theology by R.C. Sproul The Forgotten Spurgeon by Iain Murray By His Grace and for His Glory by Thomas Nettles

Mark and Matthew introduce the theme and style of the podcast.