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James Hely Hutchinson - The Psalms, New Covenant Newness, and the Life of a Seminary Principal

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 49:36


In today's episode we sat down with James Hely Hutchinson, the principal of the Brussels Bible Institute. We asked James about his recent work on the Psalms, in particular reference to his latest book Answering the Psalmist's Perplexity. We talked as well about his work in leading the Brussels Bible Institute and how he sees the work of his seminary equipping the wider body of Christ.  Find out more about the work of the IBB here. 

An Overview of the Psalms - James Hely Hutchinson

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 25:38


In this episode we feature a talk by James Hely Hutchinson on the whole book of The Psalms. James helps his listeners understand how The Psalms works as a coherent book and how we can understand its overarching narrative. On Friday's episode we'll be speaking to James more about his work on The Psalms, as well as his work as the principal of the Brussels Bible Institute.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Campbell & Audrey Patterson - How to Run a Bible Study and How to Stay Encouraged

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 41:35


Today we continued our conversation with Campbell and Audrey Patterson concerning Bible studies. Campbell and Audrey run the small-group ministry at All Souls Langham Place in London and in this episode shared stories of how they've seen Bible studies equip and strengthen those who partake in them. The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

John 5:18-47 - Gwilym Davies

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 43:44


In this episode we feature a talk given by Gwilym Davies on John 5:18-47 concerning the authority of scripture. It was part of a series Gwilym gave on the doctrine of the word of God in John's Gospel, and you can listen to the whole series here.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Campbell & Audrey Patterson - Why Bible Studies Equip the Church for the Work of Ministry

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 40:11


In today's episode, we sat down with Campbell and Audrey Patterson to discuss Bible studies. Campbell and Audrey run the small-group ministry at All Souls Langham Place in London and believe that small group Bible studies are one of the most effective ways of equipping the saints for the work of ministry. In addition to this, we discussed recent studies they've led on 1 Corinthians 15.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

John 1:1-18 - Gwilym Davies

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 37:02


In this episode we feature a talk given by Gwilym Davies on John 1:1-18 concerning the necessity of scripture. It was part of a series Gwilym gave on the doctrine of the word of God in John's Gospel, and you can listen to the whole series here.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

William Taylor & Tim Sheppard - 1 Timothy 3 and What God Requires for Christian Leaders

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 41:02


In today's episode, we sat down once again with William Taylor and Tim Sheppard to discuss 1 Timothy 3 and the subject of Christian leadership. We referred specifically to a talk Tim had given on 1 Timothy 3 which you can listen to on our channel.  You can listen to the whole of this teaching series here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

1 Timothy 3:1-13 - Tim Sheppard

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 31:20


In this episode we feature a talk on 1 Timothy 3:1-13 given by Tim Sheppard. The passage concerns the characteristics and attributes required for a leader in God's church. On the next episode of the Bible Matters podcast we'll be speaking to Tim more about his work on this passage, as well as on the theme Christian leadership. You can listen to the whole of this teaching series here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

William Taylor & Tim Sheppard - 1 Timothy 2, and Men and Women's Roles as Redeemed People of God

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 47:41


In this episode, we speak to William Taylor and Tim Sheppard of St Helen's Bishopsgate about their recent work in the book of 1 Timothy. In Particular, we spoke to them about a talk William had given in 1 Timothy 2:8-15 concerning men and women's different but complementary roles within the church. We asked William about how he understands this passage and how he implements it within the church he serves, as well as why God's design for men and women is good.  You can listen to the whole of their teaching series  here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

1 Timothy 2:8-15 - William Taylor

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 30:42


In this episode we feature a talk by William Taylor on 1 Timothy 2:8-15. The passage concerns men and women reflecting their different, God given roles within the church, and the talk reflects on how we're to understand it and implement it today. We'll be talking to William further about this talk on the next episode of the podcast.  If you want to listen to the whole of William's series, you can do so here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Mārtiņš Martinson - Finding Jesus in a Soviet State, and Teaching the Word of God in Latvia

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 44:42


In this episode we sit down with Mārtiņš Martinson, pastor at Pārdaugava Reformed Church in Riga, Latvia. We spoke to Mārtiņš about his story of coming to know Jesus in Soviet country, and how he now seeks to hold out the Gospel to those around him in Riga.  More details on Mārtiņš's work can be found here. The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Matthew 28:16-20 - Dick Lucas

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 19:58


In this episode we feature a talk from Dick Lucas given in 1975 on Matthew 28:16-20. Dick considers the commission given to all disciples to go and make disciples of all nations.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

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David Jackman - 2 Corinthians 12, and How God Works in Our Weakness

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 34:35


In this episode we continued our conversation with David Jackman, Bible teacher, author and founder of the Cornhill Training Course. We spoke to David about a talk he gave in 2 Corinthians 12-13, and particularly Paul's description of the thorn in flesh. We talked about how Christians are to deal with their own weaknesses and the manner in which they lead us to relying on God's strength.  You can listen to David's series on 2 Corinthians here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

2 Corinthians 12:1-13:14 - David Jackman

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 40:22


In this episode, we feature a talk given by David Jackman on 2 Corinthians 12-13:14. It's a talk on the famous passages of Paul's vision of heaven as well as the thorn in his flesh and God giving him strength amidst his weakness. David reflects on what Christians can learn from this and what to expect from the life of ministry.  You can listen to the full series David preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

David Jackman - 2 Corinthians and the Humility of Gospel Ministry

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 39:55


In this episode we spoke to David Jackman, Bible teacher, author and founder of the Cornhill Training Course. We spoke to David about the expository ministry he has been involved with across five decades, as well as a recent series he preached in the book of 2 Corinthians.  You can listen to David's series on 2 Corinthians here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

2 Corinthians 1:1-2:13 - David Jackman

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 44:50


In this episode, we feature a talk given by David Jackman on 2 Corinthians 1:1-2:13. It's a talk which gives an overview of the book, as well as dwelling on the theme of the weakness of the Christian and the power of God. On the next episode, we'll speak to David more about this talk, as well as about his ministry and 2 Corinthians in general. You can listen to the full series David preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Gwilym Davies - Hebrews 12, Running the Race, and Applying the Bible Well

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 48:14


In this episode we spoke to Gwilym Davies once again about his talk series in the book of Hebrews. In particular, we talked about Hebrews 12 with reference to a recent sermon Gwilym had preached on it, as well as Gwilym's book titled 'Application' concerning how to apply the Bible well.  You can listen to the full series Gwilym preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Hebrews 12:1-29 - Gwilym Davies

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2024 32:23


In this episode we feature a talk by Gwilym Davies on Hebrews 12:1-29. It was the final talk Gwilym preached in this series on Hebrews and focussed on the exhortation for the reader to finish running the race. On Friday we'll be chatting to Gwilym more about this and about how to accurately apply the Bible.  You can listen to the full series Gwilym preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Gwilym Davies - Hebrews 2, Falling Away, and Why Hebrews Shouldn't be Called Hebrews

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 47:32


In this episode we sit down with Gwilym Davies. Gwilym is a tutor on the Cornhill Training Course in London and recently preached a series on the book of Hebrews. We spoke to Gwilym about his study of the whole book, and in particular about a talk he gave on Hebrews 2-3 which you can listen to on our channel. In addition we spoke to Gwilym about falling away from the faith and how the book of Hebrews acts as a remedy to Christians tempted to give up.  You can listen to the full series Gwilym preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

Hebrews 2:5-3:6 - Gwilym Davies

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 36:49


In today's episode we feature a talk by Gwilym Davies on Hebrews 2:5-3:6. It's a talk which concerns Jesus' descent to the world in order to be made like his brothers so that he could make them like him. We will be discussing this talk with Gwilym, along with wider themes in the book of Hebrews, on Friday's episode.  You can listen to the full series Gwilym preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Peter Muturi - Training Bible Teachers in Kenya and Battling against the Prosperity Gospel

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 50:25


In this episode we spoke to Peter Muturi who works with iServe Africa to train apprentices to handle the Bible well and teach the word of God effectively. We spoke to Peter about contending for the Gospel in a country where the false teaching of the prosperity Gospel is rampant, as well as his testimony in coming to believe in the true Gospel of Jesus Christ.  You can learn more about the work of iServe Africa here.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org     

David Helm - Matthew 21, The Charles Simeon Trust, and Being Workers in the Vineyard

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 35:06


In this episode we continued our conversation with David Helm, senior pastor of Christ Church Chicago and founder of the Charles Simeon Trust. David recently preached a series on Matthew's Gospel at his church, and we sat down with him to talk to him more about his work on Matthew 21, as well as the story of how he started the Charles Simeon Trust and trains people to preach expositionally.  You can listen to the whole of David's series on Matthew here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org     

Matthew 21:33-46 - David Helm

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 31:13


In this episode we feature a talk by David Helm on Matthew 21:33-46 which is Matthew's account of Jesus' parable of the tenants in the vineyard. The talk the work of the Lord and the Lord's judgement on faithless tenants. On Friday's episode, we will discuss this passage with David, as well as his work with the Simeon Trust, and the work the Lord has given us to do.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org     The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

David Helm - Matthew 17, Expositional Preaching and Why We Don't Listen to Jesus

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 36:09 Transcription Available


In this episode we spoke to David Helm, senior pastor of Christ Church Chicago and author of a number of books including Expositional Preaching. David recently preached a series on Matthew's Gospel at his church, and we sat down with him to talk to him more about a sermon he preached in Matthew 17:1-13, as well as more generally about expositional preaching.   You can listen to the whole of David's series on Matthew here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org     

Matthew 17:1-13 - David Helm

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 37:03


In this episode we feature a talk by David Helm on Matthew 17:1-13 which Matthew's account of the transfiguration of Jesus. The talk concerned the essential need for all people to listen to Jesus. On Friday's episode, we will discuss this passage with David, as well as Matthew's Gospel in general and how to teach Gospel narrative.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

Amy Wicks - 2 Thessalonians 3, Good Bible Studies, and What they Don't Teach You at Bible College

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 41:50


In today's episode, we continued our conversation with Amy Wicks, Bible teacher and Women's minister at St Silas church in Glasgow. We spoke to Amy about a recent series she taught at a conference for women in ministry on 2 Thessalonians. In this episode, we focused particularly on 2 Thessalonians 3 and what it has to say about the nature of Gospel work.  You can listen to all of Amy's 2 Thessalonians talks on the Proclamation Trust website.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.     The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.        To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

2 Thessalonians 3:1-18 - Amy Wicks

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 40:00


In this episode we feature a talk by Amy Wicks on 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18 which she delivered to a conference for women in ministry. The passage concerns the Gospel work all Christians are called to get involved in, and the danger of disorder (Amy's understanding of the word 'idleness') within a church setting. We will speak to Amy more about this talk and other things concerning 2 Thessalonians and her ministry on Friday's episode.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Amy Wicks - 2 Thessalonians 2, Jesus' Return and Famously Difficult Passages

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 40:38 Transcription Available


In today's episode, we sat down with Amy Wicks, Bible teacher and Women's minister at St Silas church in Glasgow. We spoke to Amy about a recent series she taught at a conference for women in ministry on 2 Thessalonians. In this episode, we focused particularly on 2 Thessalonians 2, a famously tricky passage in the New Testament. In addition we talked about the end of the world and how considering Jesus' return can change Christians' lives now.  You can listen to all of Amy's 2 Thessalonians talks on the Proclamation Trust website.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 - Amy Wicks

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 40:13


In this episode we feature a talk by Amy Wicks on 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 which she delivered to a conference for women in ministry. The passage concerns the end of the world and contains difficult ideas such as the future rebellion and the man of lawlessness. We will speak to Amy more about this talk and other things concerning 2 Thessalonians and her ministry on Friday's episode.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Carl Porter - Evangelism in the Workplace and How to Reach the Ends of the Earth

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 47:08


In today's episode we sat down with Carl Porter. Carl came to know the Lord Jesus ten years ago, and since then has held a deep conviction of reaching his friends, family and colleagues with the Gospel. We spoke to Carl about the ways he's sought to do this, the disciplines which enable him to do this effectively, as well as how he believes all Christians should see their workplaces as a key mission-field in their evangelism.   If you'd like to contact Carl about any matters raised in this episode, he's happy to be emailed at carlporter127@yahoo.co.uk  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

William Taylor - 1 Thessalonians 4, Christ's return, and the Christian Hope in Death

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 41:53


Today we continued our conversation with William Taylor about his recent work in 1 Thessalonians. We asked him particularly about a sermon he preached in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, and about how Christians are to understand the return of Jesus Christ.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 - William Taylor

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 25:00


In this episode, we feature a talk by William Taylor on 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 concerning the return of Jesus Christ and the reality for Christians who die ahead of Jesus' return. We will speak to William more about this talk on the next episode of The Bible Matters Podcast.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

William Taylor – 1 Thessalonians, Bold Speech and the Work of Authentic Gospel Ministry

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 48:23


In today's episode, we sat down with William Taylor, Rector of St Helen's Bishopsgate in London, to discuss his recent work on 1 Thessalonians. We spoke to him in particular about 1 Thessalonians 2 and the marks of an authentic Gospel ministry, as well as the decline in Gospel work in mainline denominations.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org     

1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 - William Taylor

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 24:51


In this episode, we feature a talk by William Taylor on 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 concerning the marks of authentic Gospel ministry. We will speak to William more about this talk on the next episode of The Bible Matters Podcast.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Update on The Bible Matters Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 2:48


Season 2 is coming out next week! We're really excited to share it with you.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org  

George Diwakar - Acts 19, Biblical Apologetics, and the Unstoppable Advance of the Kingdom

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 51:21


In the final episode of this series, we speak to George Diwakar about a sermon he preached on Acts 19. We talked to George about apologetics, and how the Bible acts an apologetic for itself, as well as more widely about the book of Acts, its structure and its purpose. We were also joined by William Taylor and Tim Sheppard who contributed to the same teaching series on the book of Acts.   In this episode we feature a talk from George Diwakar, curate at St Helen's Bishopsgate on Acts 19:21-41. The talk explores the shallow nature of opposition to the Gospel and the underlying motives of those who would attack the kingdom of Jesus Christ. On Friday's episode, we'll be speaking to George more about this talk, and will be joined by pastors William Taylor and Tim Sheppard who also contributed to this series.   You can listen to the entire series on the book Acts here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org        

Acts 19:21-41 - George Diwakar

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 32:51


In this episode we feature a talk from George Diwakar, curate at St The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Denesh Divyanathan - Judges 6, God's Faithfulness, and Preaching Simply

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2024 40:00


In this episode, we sat down again with Denesh Divyanathan, senior pastor of The Crossing church in Singapore. We continued our conversation with Denesh concerning the book of Judges, and particularly the story of Gideon in Judges 6. Additionally, we asked Denesh about how to make talks simple and memorable, as well as the theme of God's faithfulness to an unfaithful people.   You can learn more about The Crossing church on their website here: https://thecrossing.com.sg/   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Judges 6:1-40 - Denesh Divyanathan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 29:16


In this episode, we feature a talk on Judges 6:1-40 by Denesh Divyanathan, senior pastor of The Crossing church in Singapore. This talk concerns God's faithfulness to his people, despite their repeated failings and faithlessness in him; a message that is as true and relevant for Christians today as it was for ancient Israel. In the next episode of the Bible Matters podcast, we'll sit down with Denesh to discuss the book of Judges, as well as the topics and themes of this talk.   You can learn more about The Crossing church on their website here: https://thecrossing.com.sg/   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Denesh Divyanathan - Judges 1, Preaching Narrative, and Battling Compromise

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 48:42


In today's episode, we sat down with Denesh Divyanathan, senior pastor of The Crossing church in Singapore. Denesh recently preached a series of sermons in the book of Judges, and so we spoke to him about the first talk in that series of Judges 1, as well as the book in general. We asked him about preaching Old Testament narratives, as well as the theme of compromise in the Christian life.   You can learn more about The Crossing church on their website here: https://thecrossing.com.sg/   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Judges 1:1-2:5 -Denesh Divyanathan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 33:08


In this episode, we feature a talk on Judges 1:1-2:5 by Denesh Divyanathan, senior pastor of The Crossing church in Singapore. This talk concerns compromising on God's word and how God is always faithful despite the failures of his people. In the next episode of the Bible Matters podcast, we'll sit down with Denesh to discuss the book of Judges, as well as the topics and themes of this talk.   You can learn more about The Crossing church on their website here: https://thecrossing.com.sg/   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Dr. Kevin DeYoung – Revelation 8, Apocalyptic Literature, and How to Make History

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 49:32


This week we sat down with Dr. Kevin DeYoung, senior pastor of Christ Covenant Church, North Carolina to speak to him about a recent talk he gave on Revelation 8:1-5. We asked him about preaching the book of Revelation and how to navigate the challenges that come with it, as well as about the message of his sermon, that God has ordained our prayers to be the moments that come to define history.   You can listen to the whole of Kevin's series on Revelation on the Covenant Church website here: https://christcovenant.org/sermon-archive/   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org        

Revelation 8:1-5 - Dr. Kevin DeYoung

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 45:23


In this episode, we feature a talk on Revelation 8:1-5 by Dr. Kevin DeYoung, senior pastor of Christ Covenant Church, North Carolina. It's a talk concerning the prayers of God's people as they pray for the Lord's return, and how these humble prayers of the believer are in fact the moments that define world history. In the next episode of The Bible Matters Podcast, we'll sit down with Kevin to ask him further about how he wrote this talk, as well the general principles which shape his preaching.   You can listen to the whole of Kevin's series on Revelation on the Covenant Church website here: https://christcovenant.org/sermon-archive/   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Andrew Sach – Amos 8, and the Horror of Telling God to Shut Up

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 47:18


In this episode we sat down once again with Andrew Sach, pastor at Grace Church Greenwich to continue our conversation on the book of Amos, and discuss a talk he gave on Amos 8:4-14. We continued discussing the theme of God's judgement, and particularly in reference to God withdrawing understanding from his people. We also discussed preaching with the right emotional tone, and considering God's judgement in evangelism.   You can listen to the whole of Andrew's series on Amos on the Gracechurch Greenwich website which can be found here: https://greenwich.church/talks/  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Amos 8:4-14 - Andrew Sach

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 34:03


In this episode, we feature a talk on Amos 8:4-14 by Andrew Sach, pastor of Gracechurch Greenwich. It's a talk that continues the theme of God's judgment on the nations, but in this passage manifests in the withdrawal of his lifegiving word. In the next episode of The Bible Matters Podcast, we will be continuing to talk to Andrew about his series in Amos, how he preached this talk, and the theme of God's word.   You can listen to the whole of Andrew's series on Amos on the Gracechurch Greenwich website which can be found here: https://greenwich.church/talks/  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Andrew Sach - Amos 1-3, God's Judgement, and Preaching Plot Twists

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 42:23


In this episode we sit down with Andrew Sach, pastor at Grace Church Greenwich and author of mulitple books including Pierced for our Transgressions, Dig Deeper, and Are You 100% Sure You Want To Be an Agnostic? We discussed a recent sermon Andrew gave on Amos 1:1-3:8 and discussed with him preaching on God's judgement, as well as how the form of a sermon should match the way in which a Bible passage is told.   You can listen to the whole of Andrew's series on Amos on the Grace Church Greenwich website which can be found here: https://greenwich.church/talks/  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Amos 1:1-3:8 - Andrew Sach

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 34:56


In this episode, we feature a talk on Amos 1:1-3:8 by Andrew Sach, pastor of Grace Church Greenwich. It's a talk concerning God's judgement on sin and his justice, which extends even to his own people. In the next episode of The Bible Matters Podcast, we will be talking to Andrew more about this talk, how he wrote this talk, and more about the subject of God's judgement on wickedness and how to preach on such a subject.   You can listen to the whole of Andrew's series on Amos on the Grace Church Greenwich website which can be found here: https://greenwich.church/talks/  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

William Taylor - Luke 19 and Investing your Life in the Kingdom of God

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 48:06


In this episode we were joined once again by William Taylor, rector of St Helen's Bishopsgate, London. We continued our conversation about Luke 17-19 and focussed today particularly on a talk he gave on Luke 19:11-27 which concerns the parable of the ten minas. We discussed how someone invests their whole life for the Gospel work, as well as how the Gospel changes people.   Listen to the talk series on Luke 17-19 here: https://www.st-helens.org.uk/resources/series/5447/   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Luke 19:11-27 - William Taylor

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 27:56


In this episode, we feature a talk on Luke 19:11-27 by William Taylor, Rector of St Helen's Bishopsgate. It is a talk about the Kingdom of God and why the Gospel is worth giving our lives to. In the next episode of The Bible Matters Podcast, we will be talking to William more about this talk, how he wrote this talk, and more about the subject of working for the Kingdom.  You can listen to the whole of William's series on Luke 17-19 here: https://www.st-helens.org.uk/resources/series/5447/  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

William Taylor - Luke 18 and Teaching the Bible to Bible Teachers

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 46:00


William Taylor is the Rector of St Helen's Bishopsgate, London, and author of multiple books including Revolutionary Sex, Revolutionary Work, and Revolutionary Worship. In today's episode, we spoke to William specifically about a talk he did to leaders in his church from Luke 18:9-30 concerning how the Kingdom comes today. We spoke as well about Luke's Gospel and its structure, as well as how the Gospel motivates a Christian leader to keep on going.   Listen to the talk series on Luke 17-19 here: https://www.st-helens.org.uk/resources/series/5447/   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Luke 18:9-30 - William Taylor

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 34:01


In this episode, we feature a talk on Luke 18:9-30 by William Taylor, Rector of St Helen's Bishopsgate. The talk concerns the Kingdom of God and what it will look like as it comes to the world today. In the next episode of The Bible Matters Podcast, we will be talking to William more about this talk, how he wrote it, and more about the subject of the Kingdom of God in Luke's Gospel.  You can listen to the whole of William's series on Luke 17-19 here: https://www.st-helens.org.uk/resources/series/5447/  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org      

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