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The current education system in the United States is increasingly misaligned with the needs of many Americans. This paper explores the shortcomings of our “federalist” approach to education, emphasizing how federal overreach and bureaucratic stagnation have hindered progress and outcomes.While federal involvement was intended to promote equity and accountability, it has often devolved into inflexible mandates and uniform policies that erode local autonomy and fail to address the unique needs of communities. These dynamics not only limit the ability of families to govern themselves but also weaken the cultivation of moral character, which is vital for personal and societal growth.Ray Nothstine is a Future of Freedom Fellow and senior editor and writer for State Policy Network, where he primarily helps to shepherd the American Habits publication. He previously worked as opinion editor at Carolina Journal and as a Second Amendment research fellow at the John Locke Foundation in Raleigh, North Carolina.Nothstine graduated with a Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky. He also holds a B.A. in political science from The University of Mississippi in Oxford. He currently lives in North Carolina with his wife and three sons.

"For almost a decade, CBTS has been involved in teaching ministry in Latin America through our affiliated seminaries. Currently, the Master of Arts in Reformed Baptist Studies program is offered in Colombia, Ecuador, Cuba, Brazil, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Chile. With our Spanish program, we aim to complement the training offered at our affiliated seminaries by offering a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree entirely in Spanish." -Jorge A. Rodríguez Vega For more information about CBTS en Español, visit here: https://cbtsespanol.org/ For information about the upcoming Greek course taught my Dr. Timothy Decker, click here: https://cbtseminary.org/register/  

"For almost a decade, CBTS has been involved in teaching ministry in Latin America through our affiliated seminaries. Currently, the Master of Arts in Reformed Baptist Studies program is offered in Colombia, Ecuador, Cuba, Brazil, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Chile. With our Spanish program, we aim to complement the training offered at our affiliated seminaries by offering a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree entirely in Spanish." -Jorge A. Rodríguez Vega For more information about CBTS en Español, visit here: https://cbtsespanol.org/ For information about the upcoming Greek course taught my Dr. Timothy Decker, click here: https://cbtseminary.org/register/  

Professionally speaking, Philip Blackett is passionate about helping entrepreneurs and small business owners grow their dream businesses, while utilizing his skillset in sales, marketing and business development. Philip served as President of Cemetery Services, Inc., a seven-figure business he bought based in the Greater Boston area. He's worked at FedEx, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, and Chick-fil-A. Philip graduated from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary with his Masters of Divinity (M.Div) degree with a concentration in Great Commission Studies. He also earned his MBA from Harvard Business School. In college, Philip graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as a Morehead-Cain Scholar, majoring in Political Science and Economics. Philip is a Life Member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. When he is not fulfilling his purpose, Philip enjoys reading, watching sports, and raising his twin daughters, Sofia and Elizabeth, with his wife Mayra. In episode 435 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Philip decided to go to UNC Chapel Hill, why he decided to join Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., what makes companies like as FedEx, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, and Chick-fil-A successful, How can we navigate tough conversations and disagree with someone's views but still respect and love that person, how can we train ourselves to be open to new ideas and thoughts, what lessons he learned from his first failed business, what are the core four of dream business growth. Enjoy!

My guest in this edition is Jeff Hardin, Ph.D., professor and former chair of the Department of Integrative Biology at the University of Wisconsin. He holds a Ph.D. in Biophysics from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from the International School of Theology. In addition to his scholarly work in cell biology and leading textbook on this topic, Jeff has thought much about the intersection of faith and science and regularly addresses these topics in public forums. In this podcast we discuss: How Jeff got interested in studying biology The value of exploring various ideas, and noticing God in the process How, as a biologist, he benefits from inter-disciplinary conversations What career opportunities are available with a degree in the biological sciences How to zero in on the area of biology you are interested in How he has connected studying biology with his faith, and how he has thrived as a result Some challenges of being a biologist and a Christian   How he seeks to reveal God in his work as a biologist  Thoughts on how Christians can think about evolution and creation The role of understanding ethics and broader worldview and religious commitments in studying the biological sciences Character qualities/traits that are good indicators that a student will flourish studying the biological sciences The overlap of God's call for us to care for His creation and current conversations in the biological sciences  The importance for Christians to thoughtfully engage with the biology of neuroscience The importance for Christians to thoughtfully engage with the worldview, ethics, and practice of genome editing The growing conversation around “trans-humanism” that will become increasingly important in discussions in the biological sciences God's grace for those called to study the biological sciences The value of joining a professional society in the biological sciences, and connecting with other Christians in the field at the society's meetings What Jeff wished his 18-year-old self knew about majoring in the biological sciences Why it is important for biologists also to study things outside the biological sciences The importance of finding other Christians in the biological sciences, and how to find them Resources mentioned during our conversation: The Isthmus Society C. S. Lewis, Letters to Malcolm, Chiefly on Prayer Phillip Johnson, Darwin on Trial Gilbert Meilaender, Bioethics, a Primer for Christians Scott Rae, Moral Choices: An Introduction to Ethics John Wyatt, Matters of Life and Death: Human Dilemmas in the Light of the Christian Faith The American Scientific Affiliation BioLogos Reasons to  Believe The Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity The Christian Medical & Dental Association Francis Collins, The Language of God: A Scientist Presents Evidence for Belief

Austin Carty joined Boulevard Baptist Church from First Baptist Church of Corbin, KY in 2019. Austin holds an undergraduate degree in literature from High Point University (B.A.), a Master of Divinity (M.Div) from Wake Forest University, and a Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) from Emory University. He is the author of The Pastor's Bookshelf: Why Reading Matters for Ministry, which received the 2023 Christianity Today Award of Merit and was named the Book of the Year by Preaching magazine. Austin is married to April and together they have four children, Ada, Julianna, Witt, and Ben.

The reality for Black individuals and families living in the U.S. is that death happens more often and earlier on than for their white counterparts. In the last two decades, these higher rates of mortality resulted in 1.63 million excess deaths for Black Americans compared to white Americans. Doneila McIntosh brings her personal and professional experiences with this reality to her work as a researcher studying the intersections of disenfranchised grief among African American families. Disenfranchised grief occurs when a loss isn't recognized or seen as valid, often the result of stigma. The disenfranchisement of Black grief is rooted in racism, which influences both the disproportionate rates of mortality and the lack of support for grief and grief expression.  Doneila McIntosh is a doctoral student at the University of Minnesota in Family Social Science with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. Doneila has a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Theological Studies and a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (M.A.). Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, she worked as a chaplain for nearly 10 years. We discuss:  Doneila's current research on understanding the impact of disproportionate rates of death and grief in the African American community.  Her personal and professional motivation to do this work.  The desecration of sacred Black grief spaces.  How structural racism leads to Doneila and other researchers having to “prove” the reality of disproportionate rates of death for Black people living in the U.S.  The disenfranchisement of African American grief.  How the language we use to talk about grief is rooted in culture and how that can be a strength.   The gap in the research literature about Black and African American grief.  Culturally specific interventions to support grief.  How culture shapes grief expression.  Doneila's work to become literate in the historical & current context of Black grief and the cultural strengths she uncovered along the way.  How her family honors her grandfather's legacy.  Follow Doneila on IG @doneila_mcintosh

Life this side of The Fall is tough. What do we do when we have seasons of fear, hurt, anger, and sadness? This small psalm scratched out with haste by a king in crisis helps us to understand how to handle the difficulties of the believing life. And ultimately, where to find our joy. About our guest speaker: Josh Squires is the Minister of Counseling for First Presbyterian Church in Columbia, SC where he has served for nearly a decade. He holds degrees in Psychology (B.S.), Marriage and Family Therapy and Counseling (M.A.), Divinity (M.Div.), and is currently working on a PhD in Biblical Counseling. Josh is a regular contributor for John Piper's Desiring God as well as The Gospel Coalition. He and his wife Melanie have been married for more than 20 years and they have 5 children.

For those of us not currently connected to the academic world, the idea of furthering our education as Christians can be daunting. Where do you start? What should you consider before taking on this experience? Is it worth it even if it doesn't increase your earning potential?  In this episode, JP and Stan share practical advice and wisdom for evaluating the costs and benefits of going beyond learning in an informal setting; specifically as it relates to masters and doctoral degrees in philosophy and ministry. In this podcast, we discuss: How do you know whether or not further formal education is a good fit for you and your season of life? What are the differences between Masters of Divinity (M.Div.) and Masters of Arts? On the doctoral level, what is the difference between a Ph.D. and a Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)? What is the discernment process for deciding which program might be the best fit? What is the difference between studying under mentors who are masters at their craft and learning on your own? How can different types of cohorts shape graduate education? How to evaluate a program when considering graduate studies and where to find more information. What is the lasting value of furthering education as a Christian? Resources and citations: Agnieszka Tennant, “Masters of Philosophy” in Christianity Today Talbot School of Theology at Biola University College Faith, 6: How to Choose a College – Dr. David Wunder Intervarsity Press, Academic Catalog Master of Arts, Philosophy of Religion | Palm Beach Atlantic University

Dr. Benjamin Haupt joined Jill Devine and Ryan Pfendler for a two-part discussion about the challenging times we are encountering in our society. Dr. Haupt made reference to Luke 10:25-37, The Parable of the Good Samaritan, in this week's episode.Dr. Haupt is associate provost and associate professor of Practical Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. As associate provost, Dr. Haupt assists the Seminary provost in achieving key strategic priorities in support of the mission of the Seminary. He oversees the Seminary's recruitment and admissions teams and serves as a liaison to faculty and staff involved in accomplishing the Seminary's enrollment goals related to its residential, distance and multiethnic Ministerial Formation programs and Advanced Studies programs. Dr. Haupt has been a faculty member since 2013. His areas of interest and expertise include the history of the text of the New Testament, early Christianity prior to Constantine, the intersection of church and society, 19th century Lutheran missiology, the theology and practice of preaching, and pastoral/congregational leadership.He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from the University of Birmingham, U.K. (2019), and both a Master of Sacred Theology (S.T.M.) and a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis (2011, 2005). He received a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon (2000). During his M.Div. program, he studied for a year at Lutherische Theologische Hochschule in Oberursel, Germany. After graduation he was installed as an associate pastor at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Boca Raton, Fla., and served there until 2008. From 2008-13 he was the sole pastor of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Gainesville, Ga.Dr. Haupt has been speaking, teaching and writing since 2008 and has been involved with a variety of seminars ranging from lay-focused sessions for people in Haiti to breakout sessions at conferences throughout the United States. His writing includes a translation of a sermon for Luther's Works, vol. 58, essays on the early history of the New Testament text in the writings of church fathers, his Ph.D. dissertation titled “Tertullian's Text of the New Testament Outside the Gospels,” a volume of translated and edited essays by Hans Joachim Iwand on Church and Society, and a volume of translated essays on early LCMS mission. Dr. Haupt is married to Celina, who works at Captain Elementary School. They have two sons. He and his family are avid travelers, comics readers, Lego-maniacs and video gamers. He leads the Concordia Wine Society.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hauptbenTwitter: @benhauptEmail: hauptb@csl.eduNormal Goes A Long Way Website: https://www.normalgoesalongway.com/Normal Goes A Long Way Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/normalgoesalongway/Normal Goes A Long Way Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Normal-Goes-A-Long-Way-110089491250735Normal Goes A Long Way is brought to you by Messiah St. Charles: https://messiahstcharles.org/Two Kids and A Career: https://www.jilldevine.com/podcast

Dr. Benjamin Haupt joined Jill Devine and Ryan Pfendler for a two-part discussion about the challenging times we are encountering in our society. Dr. Haupt is associate provost and associate professor of Practical Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. As associate provost, Dr. Haupt assists the Seminary provost in achieving key strategic priorities in support of the mission of the Seminary. He oversees the Seminary's recruitment and admissions teams and serves as a liaison to faculty and staff involved in accomplishing the Seminary's enrollment goals related to its residential, distance and multiethnic Ministerial Formation programs and Advanced Studies programs. Dr. Haupt has been a faculty member since 2013. His areas of interest and expertise include the history of the text of the New Testament, early Christianity prior to Constantine, the intersection of church and society, 19th century Lutheran missiology, the theology and practice of preaching, and pastoral/congregational leadership.He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from the University of Birmingham, U.K. (2019), and both a Master of Sacred Theology (S.T.M.) and a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis (2011, 2005). He received a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon (2000). During his M.Div. program, he studied for a year at Lutherische Theologische Hochschule in Oberursel, Germany. After graduation he was installed as an associate pastor at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Boca Raton, Fla., and served there until 2008. From 2008-13 he was the sole pastor of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Gainesville, Ga.Dr. Haupt has been speaking, teaching and writing since 2008 and has been involved with a variety of seminars ranging from lay-focused sessions for people in Haiti to breakout sessions at conferences throughout the United States. His writing includes a translation of a sermon for Luther's Works, vol. 58, essays on the early history of the New Testament text in the writings of church fathers, his Ph.D. dissertation titled “Tertullian's Text of the New Testament Outside the Gospels,” a volume of translated and edited essays by Hans Joachim Iwand on Church and Society, and a volume of translated essays on early LCMS mission.Dr. Haupt is married to Celina, who works at Captain Elementary School. They have two sons. He and his family are avid travelers, comics readers, Lego-maniacs and video gamers. He leads the Concordia Wine Society.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hauptbenTwitter: @benhauptEmail: hauptb@csl.eduNormal Goes A Long Way Website: https://www.normalgoesalongway.com/Normal Goes A Long Way Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/normalgoesalongway/Normal Goes A Long Way Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Normal-Goes-A-Long-Way-110089491250735Normal Goes A Long Way is brought to you by Messiah St. Charles: https://messiahstcharles.org/Two Kids and A Career: https://www.jilldevine.com/podcast

Leo F. Armbrust is an esteemed author, educator, and former Catholic priest, known for his inspiring work that encourages readers to discover their path to happiness and self-esteem by asking the right questions in life. Born in Hamilton, Ohio, Leo and his family relocated to Hialeah, Florida in 1959, where his life's journey began to unfold.In 1965, Leo embarked on a spiritual journey by entering the seminary, dedicating himself to a life of service and devotion. His passion for helping others led him to be ordained as a Catholic priest in 1977, where he would serve the community with compassion and understanding for several decades. Throughout his time in ministry, Leo took on diverse roles, serving as a pastoral associate, teacher, counsellor, diocesan communications director, and chaplain for collegiate and professional sports teams.However, in 2010, Leo chose to step away from active ministry to explore new avenues for fulfilling his purpose. Guided by his desire to make a significant positive impact on the lives of others, he set his sights on addressing the issue of homeless youth and their transition into independent living. In 2005, Leo founded Vita Nova, an organization dedicated to supporting young individuals aged 18-25 as they transitioned from foster care to independent living. Through his relentless dedication and the support of influential connections he had made through his involvement in football, he successfully raised over thirty million dollars to make Vita Nova's vision a reality.Leo's academic pursuits have been extensive and diverse. He holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Divinity (M.Div.), a Master of Theology (M.Th.), and a Master of Education (M.S.Ed.). Driven by his love for learning and a deep thirst for knowledge, Leo has taught on various academic levels and seeks to expand education to as many people as possible.Beyond his professional and intellectual endeavours, Leo is a man of many interests and talents. As a notary public, he continues to use his skills to serve others and uphold the values of honesty and authenticity. Additionally, he is an avid golfer and open-water diver, embracing adventure and exploration. In the realm of martial arts, Leo holds a black belt in Tae Kwon Do, embodying the discipline and dedication that he imparts to his readers and students alike.Apart from his professional and physical pursuits, Leo finds joy and relaxation in an array of hobbies. He is an enthusiastic cook and baker, finding creative expression in the culinary arts. His green thumb extends to gardening, appreciating the beauty and serenity of nature. Leo's love for exploration also extends to travel, where he gains new perspectives and insights from different cultures and landscapes. As an avid reader and writer, he values the power of words and storytelling in shaping human experiences. Finally, his passion for sports continues to thrive as he remains an ardent sports fan.Through his life experiences, formal education, and diverse interests, Leo F. Armbrust has become a beacon of compassion, healing, and guidance for those seeking personal transformation and success. His inspirational book serves as a roadmap to self-examination, wellness, and achieving inner peace and self-confidence, guiding readers to ask the critical questions necessary for their own journey of happiness and fulfilment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derwin Gray is a Living Example of TransformationJoin me for an incredible conversation with Dr. Derwin Gray, a former NFL player whose life was completely transformed by Jesus. He is inspiring, brilliant, and a powerful example of what happens when you find out who Jesus really is. Derwin is a thought leader, incredible speaker and writer, pastor of one of American's fastest growing churches, and an all around fascinating and inspiring person. You're going to be challenged by this talk, and Derwin actually made me cry, twice, on my own podcast. I'm so honored to be able to introduce you to our new friend, Dr. Derwin Gray.About Dr. GrayAfter graduating from Brigham Young University, Derwin played professional football in the NFL for five years with the Indianapolis Colts (1993-1997) and one year with the Carolina Panthers (1998). During that time, he and Vicki began their journey with Christ and experienced God's faithfulness and direction as He moved their hearts to know Him and make Him known.Derwin and Vicki began an itinerant speaking ministry in 1999, One Heart At A Time Ministries. Derwin went on to graduate magna cum laude from Southern Evangelical Seminary with a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, with a concentration in Apologetics, where he was mentored by renowned theologian and philosopher, Dr. Norman Geisler.Following God's call on their lives and their desire to shepherd people towards transforming their world through the mission of Christ, the Lord transitioned Derwin from his primary role of itinerant speaker to serving as the Lead Pastor of Transformation Church in January of 2010. Coupling his dynamic speaking style with a shepherd's heart, his intense passion for seeing lives and culture transformed is both contagious and inspiring.In 2015, he was awarded an honorary doctorate from Southern Evangelical Seminary. In 2018, he received his Doctor of Ministry in the New Testament in Context at Northern Seminary under Dr. Scot McNight. In addition to his role at Transformation Church, Derwin teaches at conferences nationwide. He is the author of Hero: Unleashing God's Power in a Man's Heart (2010), Limitless Life: You Are More Than Your Past When God Holds Your Future (2013), Crazy Grace for Crazy Times Bible Study (2015), The Good Life: What Jesus Teaches About Finding True Happiness (2020), Building a Multiethnic Church (2021), God, Do You Hear Me? (2021), and How to Heal the Racial Divide (2022).Derwin also starred in the hilarious YouTube video called “The Evangelism Linebacker.”You can click on the cover below to pre-order my new book, Hope is the First Dose. Self-Brain Surgery with Dr. Lee Warren is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drleewarren.substack.com/subscribe

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Derwin Gray joins the podcast to talk about his football career, faith, and shares his thoughts on the racial divide and what he thinks it'll take to heal it.About Derwin Gray: After graduating from Brigham Young University, Derwin played professional football in the NFL for five years with the Indianapolis Colts (1993-1997) and one year with the Carolina Panthers (1998). During that time, he and Vicki began their journey with Christ and experienced God's faithfulness and direction as He moved their hearts to know Him and make Him known.Derwin and Vicki began an itinerant speaking ministry in 1999, One Heart At A Time Ministries. Derwin went on to graduate magna cum laude from Southern Evangelical Seminary with a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, with a concentration in Apologetics, where he was mentored by renowned theologian and philosopher, Dr. Norman Geisler.Following God's call on their lives and their desire to shepherd people towards transforming their world through the mission of Christ, the Lord transitioned Derwin from his primary role of itinerant speaker to serving as the Lead Pastor of Transformation Church in January of 2010. Coupling his dynamic speaking style with a shepherd's heart, his intense passion for seeing lives and culture transformed is both contagious and inspiring. Key Takeaways:1. Derwin talks about how he transitioned from being an NFL player to becoming a pastor.2. He talks about the relationship between modern-day politics and religion in the US.3. He speaks to white leaders looking to diversify their churches. 4. If you're not developing your character, you're not going to have longevity as a leader.Quotes From the Episode:“If you're filtering your faith through Republican politics or Democratic politics, that is idolatry.” “Only a theological cure can heal a theological problem.” “Why don't white people go to minority lead churches?”“Leadership is the development of your character.”“Do not compare, bigger is not better, better is better.”Resources Mentioned:How to Heal Our Racial Divide by Dr. Derwin GrayThe Good Life by Dr. Derwin GrayMultiethnic Church RoundtableBuilding a Multiethnic Church by Dr. Derwin GrayTransformation ChurchConformed to His Image by Kenneth BoaConnect with Derwin:Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

It can be hard enough to seek the counsel of a professional psychologist, let alone find one that can speak to your specific struggles with good and true theology. Grounded in Scripture, centered on Christ, distinguishing Law and Gospel, and living under a theology of the cross, Lutherans have a unique approach to Christian counseling. Guest Dr. Rick Marrs is a seminary professor and licensed psychologist who authored the book Making Christian Counseling More Christ Centered. In this episode, Dr. Marrs guides listeners through the initial hurdle of identifying a trusted Christian counselor and describes what makes counseling through the lens of Lutheran theology unique and particularly beneficial. Marrs also answers questions about the modern trend toward telehealth counseling and discusses the upsides and downfalls of this practice.    Bio: Dr. Richard “Rick” Marrs is professor of Practical Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis.  Marrs was called to the faculty in the fall of 2006. He previously served as the dean of faculty (2010–13), director of Continuing Education and Parish Services (2007–09) and director of the Master of Divinity (M.div.) and Residential Alternate Route (RAR) Programs (2013-21).  His areas of interest and expertise include pastoral care and counseling, Christian counseling and Christian reconciliation.  Before coming to the Seminary, he served at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Junction City, Kan. (2000–06), first as a vicar and then as a pastor. He was a professor of psychology and a counselor at St. John's College in Winfield, Kan. (1983–86; admissions counselor 1982–83), and at Concordia University Chicago, River Forest, Ill. (1986–98). He also has done counseling, clinical and consulting work with Lutheran Child and Family Services; the Baldwin Center for Psychological Services; the Center for Applied Psychology and Forensic Studies; the Kansas State University counseling center; Rapha (a Christian inpatient psychiatric group); Concordia University, Ann Arbor, Mich.; Lutheran Special Education Ministries; and various districts of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS).  Marrs received certification for pastoral ministry through the Seminary's RAR Program and earned his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) both from Concordia Seminary (2001, 2008). He also holds an Associate of Arts (A.A.) from St. John's College (1978); a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Concordia College, River Forest, Ill. (now Concordia University Chicago) (1980); a Master of Science (M.S.) in counseling from the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kan. (1985); and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in counseling psychology from Loyola University Chicago in Chicago, Ill. (1994). He has been licensed as a psychologist since 1996.  In 2019, Marrs published the book Making Christian Counseling More Christ Centered, which focuses on the relevance of Luther's soul-care theology in Christian counseling (WestBow Press). He continues and expands that discussion in a blog series on Concordia Theology. He and Seminary Emeritus Professor Dr. Robert Kolb also are co-authoring an article about Lutheran contributions to the theology of Christian psychology.  Marrs contributed the new introduction to the reprint of Walter J. Koehler's book Counseling and Confession: The Role of Confession and Absolution in Pastoral Counseling (Concordia Publishing House, 1982, 2011). He has authored numerous Bible studies, articles and training programs for the LCMS. He also co-authored The Lesson Organizer Routine, a special education learning strategy trainer for the University of Kansas' Edge Enterprises, which has sold more than 20,000 copies.  Marrs is married to Laura, who operates her own professional organizing business. They have two adult daughters, two sons-in-law and four grandchildren. Marrs coached the Seminary's varsity tennis team from 2007–16 and still enjoys playing tennis. He also competes nationally in stair-climb races.  Learn about LCMS Life Ministry at lcms.org/life, and email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org. Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

Preaching for the Fifth Sunday of Lent, JoAnn Melina Lopez offers a reflection on our call to journey to the tomb and co-create, with God, new life: "God is bringing life to birth, restoring and renewing our world. Do we see it? God is calling us to partner in rolling away the stones and untying the bonds of injustice. Do we hear it? This resurrection hope in the life-giving power of God is not just something for us to say we believe, but it must be encountered and experienced – and it only comes to us who are at the tomb. We must be willing to acknowledge our suffering, and the suffering of the world, and open ourselves up to God's Spirit at work." JoAnn Melina Lopez, M.Div. has been immersed in Catholic formation, education, and action for fifteen years. After completing her undergraduate degree at Saint Joseph's University, she served as a Jesuit Volunteer in Houston, working with asylum seekers and refugees. She received her Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry and spent seven years as Campus Minister for Liturgy at Seattle University. JoAnn currently serves as Director of Faith Formation at St. Basil's Catholic Parish in Toronto, and is pursuing a diploma focused on social justice and community empowerment. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/03262023 to learn more about JoAnn, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

Lawrence E. Adjah, MBA, M.Ed, M.Div. is an Author, Spiritual Advisor, Host, Community Builder and relationship thought leader who has been on a mission to help high achieving professionals and communities establish and strengthen their most important relationships [with God, people & themselves (mind & body)].He's widely known for his work around the issue of loneliness in the digital age, founding and leading a movement, Our Family Dinner (Family Dinner Foundation), which reached nearly 50,000 young adults across nearly 40 cities around the world for over a decade.His work has been featured in Ebony, Black Enterprise, Essence, The Chicago & Miami Tribunes and other nationally syndicated news and media outlets. He currently serves as Host and panelist for the Just Heal, Bro global tour for mental health and wellness amongst men, and hosts the show “Watch God Work.”He is a licensed and ordained Minister (of the Gospel), a Prepare-Enrich Certified Marriage Counselor, Chaplain & Coach who leads a successful private gospel-based practice which specializes in one-on-one & couple-based spiritual advisory, direction, (pre) marital counseling & chaplain and life coaching services for professionals & professional organizations, in and out of season professional athletes, traveling healthcare and other remote professionals including deployed military and more. Lawrence began his career at McKinsey & Company, after being an All-American track & field athlete.Lawrence holds a B.A., from Harvard University, an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business, an M.Ed from The University of Texas at Austin with distinction and a Masters of Divinity (M.Div) from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary where he was a faculty-selected recipient of the Preaching Award from the Division of Practical Theology and the John D. Tate awardee.MAIN TAKEAWAYS:It [Community]still matters because humans need proximity, energy, and interaction to thrive. For example, showing up in times of crisis vs a phone call shows the need for connection and human interaction. Lawrence said, “hearing the claps of celebration in person satisfies proximity and connection.”We learned during the pandemic what we should never take for granted. However the pandemic and the conditions it created opened up opportunities for connecting with people from all over the world. When it comes to time management, Adjah expresses that everyone has a choice to make, and prioritizing your time is part of the way to make those decisions when it comes to your family and career. We want to do it all but we have to prioritize and be comfortable with what we can't do. If you try to do everything you end up doing nothing. Trying to do it all at the same time is what Adjah calls the “Cheesecake Factory Effect”…we get so much information daily and we must choose. Time management is a struggle.It's hard to have a quality life with depth and it involves choosing who and what to spend your life interacting with. We must make choices of what's most valuable to us without feeling we are diminishing the value of other options.Living intentionally vs following the societal norm or traditions, is imperative to not have regrets. Adjah said you can't control regrets at the end and he decided to live more intentionally with his time because he wants no regrets if he has no more time left.Knowing you put in work to intentionally be present and intentionally act success. If you think the cost of success is too high wait till you get the bill for regret.”We all desire to recreate ourselves and we must be honest that Ai and robot use is possibility. The motive behind it is important. How can using robots make humanity better and improve the good of society? It can be exciting but...

Lawrence E. Adjah is a Community Builder and Host serving at the nexus of Business, Faith, and Community Wellness.   Lawrence builds communities and hosts conversations that unite, heal and transform lives. Lawrence serves as the Founder and Chairman of the Family Dinner Foundation whose mission is to connect the world as a family at and beyond the dinner table. Beginning with its first initiative, Our Family Dinner in 2008, which reached nearly 50K young professionals around the world, its work has expanded to empowering an ecosystem of initiatives dedicated to connecting brothers and sisters as a family beyond the dinner table.  In a time where many of us are mediating our lives behind a computer screen and are living in cities without strong pre-existing relationships, Lawrence became burdened by the sleeping giant of our time: loneliness.  Observing that we've become more digitally connected than we've ever been, yet more isolated and disconnected interpersonally than ever before, it became his mission to address this growing issue. He believes that we were never meant to do life alone and that it is vital for people to have a space where they can build lifelong, life-sustaining relationships.  Through his experience in business and community building, he became convinced the solution to this challenge is as much a spiritual matter as it is a civic, social, and technological opportunity. He pursued formal theological education and training and became an ordained Pastor and spiritual counselor who brings this foundation into every aspect of his approach to community building, business and life.  Lawrence currently hosts two shows, Watch God Work, a show featuring leaders from all arenas of business, entertainment, civic leadership and culture sharing their “God Stories” and A2D (Agree2Disagree) a weekly conversation that intentionally tackles the “the challenging conversations” in our community we are having or need to have in our families, friendships and/or romantic relationships.  Lawrence began his career as a management consultant for McKinsey & Company in its New York office, helping to serve some of the world's largest professional sports organizations and media companies. Prior to joining McKinsey, he was a nationally ranked track and field competitor through college, where he entered as a National Champion & HS All-American.  After McKinsey, Lawrence served as the Senior Director of Business Development at a premiere sports and entertainment marketing agency in New York.  Lawrence has served as a trusted Executive Advisor and Counselor to business leaders, from C-suite executives to solo lead small business owners, with nearly 15 years of experience through his firm, Adjah.  He's also a licensed and ordained Pastor, a Prepare + Enrich Certified Marriage Counselor, and Spiritual Coach & Trainer, who also leads the world's first gospel-based spiritual gym, Foundation JC. Lawrence serves as an Advisory Board Member and Former President of the Board of Directors for The Harvard Black Alumni Society (HBAS). Lawrence also serves on the Board of Directors for the Urbanworld Film Festival and the national Board of New City Kids. He's also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity, Inc.  Lawrence holds a B.A., from Harvard University, an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business, an M.Ed from The University of Texas at Austin with distinction and a Masters of Divinity (M.Div) from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bemoretoday/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bemoretoday/support

Natalie Edmonson joins the GraceStory Podcast to share about herself and Berean Holiness, which she founded. Natalie is the general editor for the content you will find at Berean Holiness. Natalie is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree in Theology. She is a graduate of both Free Gospel Bible Institute (2017) and Hobe Sound Bible College (2019), holding a Bachelor's degree in Christian counseling.  Amber Jones, President and founder of GraceStory Ministries also joins this conversation and weaves in her own unique experiences, perspectives, and even a few questions for Natalie.  You can out more about Natalie and Berean Holiness by going to bereanholiness.com Reach out through our FREE, confidential Counselor Referral form here: gracestoryministries.com Do you have a question you would like for us to help find an answer for? Have feedback? Want to hear more on a certain topic? Have a suggestion for a guest? We are listening. You can email me at nate@gracestoryministries.com. We would love for you to join the GraceStory Community Group on Facebook. There is great content in this exclusive, closed group that you won't want to miss out on. Consider becoming a supporter of GraceStory Ministries with a donation. Whether it's a one time gift or you want to join others in the GraceStory Community with a reoccurring donation, you can give by texting GRACESTORY to 44321. Follow GraceStory Podcast on Facebook Join GraceStory Community Group Follow GraceStory Podcast on Twitter @GraceStoryPod GraceStory on Instagram: @my_grace_story @gracestoryministries @gracestorypodcast

Connecting with people to help, heal, and serve the worldSuzi has the pleasure of chatting with Bruce Kittle, Life & Performance Coach and Community Outreach & Co-Host of Hidden Pearls Podcast. Bruce works 1-on-1 with veterans, athletes, and others to help them mindfully discover and express their authentic self through meditation, mindfulness, breath work, yoga, affirmations, visualization and variable identities. As co-host of The Hidden Pearls Podcast, Bruce connects with people to help, heal, and serve the world by way of storytelling to inspire and heal, develop and connect with communities to create personal growth & healing; and supporting organizations and people serving veterans, athletes, and the world.Bruce is an experienced criminal defense lawyer with a long history of working with clients with mental health and addiction issues, veterans, and those living in poverty, unemployment, and with physical disabilities. Years of experience working with clients incarcerated in prisons/jails and with probation and parolees on reentry efforts. Bruce also holds a Masters of Divinity (M.Div) with a focus in Social Justice from Chicago Theological Seminary. Ordained through the United Church of Christ. Additionally, Bruce is an experienced high school, college, and D1 Position Coach (Offensive Line) in Football, Leadership / Player Development, Recruiting and Athletic Administration.Follow Bruce LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-kittle6161/ Instagram @hiddenpearlspodcastTwitter https://twitter.com/kittlebruceContact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com if you want to be a guest on Be Crazy Well Podcast.Suzi's challenge: Have the courage to talk about what happened and how it affected you! You deserve to heal and be the person you want to be and create the life you want to live.Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast's theme song “Bee Your Best Self”Follow us on IG @cominghomwell_bts and @behindtheservicepodcastFacebook at Coming Home Well or Behind The ServiceLinkedIn at Coming Home Wellcominghomewell@gmail.comvetsandplayers.orgwildhorserescue.org

In this episode, hosts Ben and Dustin discuss chapters 8 and 9 of The Quest for Truth regarding anthropology (the theology of man). This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, hosts Ben and Dustin discuss the third question of the Free Will Baptist Catechism and discuss the question, "When Did God Begin to Exist?" This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, hosts Ben and Dustin discuss the second question of the Free Will Baptist Catechism and discuss the question, "Is There Any Other God?" This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, hosts Ben Campbell and Dustin Walters dive headfirst into the Free Will Baptist Catechism and discuss the question, "Who is God?" The doctrine of God is our primary theological endeavor, for without it, we cannot know anything else. This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome back to the next season of the Everyday Theology Podcast! In this continuation of the Forlinesean Friday series, Ben and Dustin discuss what Mr. Forlines calls, "testing worldviews." This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. To purchase the Quest for Truth, click here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we talk with Steve Fish, our church leadership catalyst group leader @ Leaders Alliance. Steve shares his personal experience concerning the crucial topic of how to transition in leadership. Steve Fish is passionate about bringing people into their identity and into deeper intimacy with God. He is an apostolic leader who travels internationally, and ministers prophetically, with a heart to see each generation encounter God and carry His love to all the nations. Steve, and his wife Marci, have been pastors at Convergence Church in Fort Worth, Texas, since 1990 (https://convergencechurch.com). Steve has a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

SOLA Network had the privilege of speaking to Harold Kim, pastor of Christ Central of Southern California and president of SOLA Network. Harold Kim talked with Jason Chao, video manager at SOLA Network about burned-out pastors and how to help them. Check out this important interview where they discuss why so many church leaders are discouraged during this season and what to say to a church leader who is contemplating quitting ministry right now. Harold Kim is the senior and founding pastor of Christ Central of Southern California and serves on the Board for Christ Central Network (CCN). He received his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and his Master of Theology (Th.M.) from Princeton Theological Seminary. He was ordained in the Presbyterian Church of America (PCA) in 2001 and is now a member of the Korean American Presbyterian Church (KAPC). Harold is a happily married husband to SunHi, and devoted father to his two daughters, Taylor and Elizabeth. Harold serves as the President of SOLA Network. Video and full transcript: https://sola.network/article/hope-and-encouragement-for-burned-out-pastors-interview/ Links: Weekly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/tgif Monthly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/newsletter Facebook: https://facebook.com/thesolanetwork Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesolanetwork Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesolanetwork YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqsoKbSYBbZZoovA24PhqAg Podcast: http://anchor.fm/solanetwork Website: https://sola.network

Harold Kim, pastor of Christ Central of Southern California and president of SOLA Network, led the fourth session of the AALC Conference. His encouraging message focused on Psalm 42 and how it offers an assessment of your condition – with practical prescriptions – to better preach to your own soul and the soul of others. Harold Kim is the senior and founding pastor of Christ Central of Southern California and serves on the Board for Christ Central Network (CCN). He received his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and his Master of Theology (Th.M.) from Princeton Theological Seminary. He was ordained in the Presbyterian Church of America (PCA) in 2001 and is now a member of the Korean American Presbyterian Church (KAPC). Harold is a happily married husband to SunHi, and devoted father to his two daughters, Taylor and Elizabeth. Harold serves as the President of SOLA Network. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cm23X2JZYoQ

In this episode, hosts Matt Honeycutt and Ben Campbell answer listener's questions. This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode of Everyday Theology, Ben and Dustin discuss chapter six of The Quest for Truth regarding the doctrine of the Trinity. This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. Books on the Trinity: Simply Trinity The Trinity: An Introduction Nicea and Its Legacy --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Matt interviews Dustin about his life and testimony. This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Ben interviews our newest contributor on the blog, Matt Honeycutt. This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Ben and Dustin describe the importance and necessity of Christ's death on Good Friday. This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Ben and Dustin interview J. Matthew Pinson about his newest book, 40 Questions about Arminianism. This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Ben and Dustin continue discussing The Quest for Truth by F. Leroy Forlines. This chapter is chapter 5 entitled "The Nature and Attributes of God." Picirilli's Articles on Molinism: Part 1, Part 2, Addendum This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss the importance of networking with others in your church and other pastors as pastors yourselves. This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss the importance of godly pastoral character. This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. To buy Expository Preparation, click here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Rev. Wendy Hamilton stops by the show to talk about why she is running to be Washington D.C.'s Congressional Delegate.   Rev. Wendy is an ordained minister, social justice advocate, and mother of one, who currently resides in Washington, DC. She is originally from a small town in southern Ohio (Portsmouth).   Rev. Wendy proudly received her Bachelor's Degree from Howard University (B.S. Human Development, in 1991) and her Master's Degree from Howard University School of Divinity ( M.A. Religious Studies, 2006.) She credits her educational experiences and single motherhood as being two of the most transformative of her life.   Doug Pagitt is the Executive Director and one of the founders of Vote Common Good. He is also a pastor, author, and social activist.  @pagitt   Robb Ryerse is a pastor, author, and Political Organizer at Vote Common Good. You can find his book about running for congress as a Progressive Republican in Arkansas here: Running For Our Lives  @RobbRyerse   The Common Good Podcast is produced and edited by Daniel Deitrich. @danieldeitrich Our theme music is composed by Ben Grace. @bengracemusic   votecommongood.com votecommongood.com/podcast facebook.com/votecommongood twitter.com/votecommon  

What is the process of taking discipleship to the next level? Or is discipleship a necessity for church ministry? In this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss the nature and necessity of discipleship. This episode is brought to you by the Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss the fifth chapter in The Quest For Truth - Inspiration and Authority. This chapter helps us understand how the Bible was given to us through divine means and human authors, yet also presumes its authority despite human authors. This episode is brought to you by the Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this discussion, Ben and Dustin discuss the nature and foundations of the first human created by God, Adam and its consequences for denying such a man existed. This episode is brought to you by the Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss the importance and nature of the pastor of a local church being the resident theologian. This episode is brought to you by the Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Ben and Dustin converse over the relevance and importance of the Old Testament for believers today. It is Jesus' Bible, it is over 2/3 of the Bible's content, and it is a foretelling narrative of the coming Messiah! This episode is brought to you by the Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss chapter 2 of Forlines', The Quest For Truth, about General and Special Revelation. This episode is brought to you by the Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hi there! Welcome, if this is your first time, glad to have you join us! If you are returning, glad to have you join us once again! Please allow me to introduce you to Gina Dobson is a Christian, a member of the clergy, a thinker, an intellectual, an educator and an encourager to many people.  Already armed with a Bachelor's of Communication Arts from a Historically Black College and University, Gina holds three earned Master degrees: A Master's of Divinity (M.Div), a Master's in Education (M.Ed), as well as: a Master's of Science in Educational Administration (M.ED.Admin) Gina has been in education for fifteen years, but in several ways, she feels she is a student of Eternal learning. Gina enjoys pouring the Gospel of Hope (Jesu Christ) into the souls of many, spending time with her family, teaching, and learning. You can find more details about Gina's book on Amazon.ca with a book called: Stop-Scapegoat-Understanding-Scapegoating-Theological Share with someone that needs to be inspired and empowered. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe. Best Health, Mo Akins

Getting to Know the Millennial and Gen Z in the Church and What They Want: Cultivating Momentum in a Peculiar Age with a Digital Crowd In this episode, host Devin E. West and guest Dacari J. Middlebrooks discuss how they were raised in predominantly African American Protestant churches – what they were told to do as well as what they were not told. Among other things, they will also talk about how Millennials/Gen Z stay connected to the church and how our new normal with virtual worship can help them be a positive and creative voice for the church. Our guest, Dacari J. Middlebrooks, is a huge advocate for human development and a chief catalyst for social and cultural change. He earned his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree from Vanderbilt University. Inspired by his own battle with depression, Middlebrooks authored his book, “The Depressed Millennial: Surviving Unmet Expectations.” It is his hope that those battling depression, particularly Millennials, will find inspiration in his story, seek treatment, and survive the unmet expectations levied against them. His book can be found on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Depressed-Millennial-Dacari-J-Middlebrooks/dp/171860582X Host Devin E. West currently serves as the pastor at Pilgrim Baptist Church in Hamilton, OH. He has earned a B.A. in Pastoral Counseling and a Master of Divinity (M.Div.). Pastor West is currently pursuing his doctorate at Union Institute & University in the Ethical and Creative Leadership program with a focus in Transforming Leadership. Pastor West is very active in the community, working closely with city leaders, officials, and pastors. He has worked on various boards and helped to energize organizations with his exuberance and commitment. He has held positions such as Dean of Christian Education and associate dean. He seeks to bridge the gap of racial divide that continues to hinder and hurt our churches, leaving them bereft of change.

This episode is a continuation of the previous where Ben and Dustin discussed Paul's Athenian apologetic method for presenting the God of the Bible to the people of Athens. A challenge for all of us is to do anything necessary to take the gospel to those lost and without Christ in our communities. This episode is brought to you by Welch Divinity School. Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Dustin and Ben lead their listeners through Acts 17:16-31 about Paul's ministry in Athens after leaving Thessalonica. Paul modeled some wonderful examples of ministry moving forward for the current-day church as well. This episode is brought to you by Welch College Divinity School. Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

For the content of this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss the importance of integrating a plurality of leadership in the local church as a way of sharing the ministry and caring for the elders. This podcast is brought to you by Welch Divinity School! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate education in the classical theological disciplines and their integration with the practice of Christian ministry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dr. M. David Litwa is a current Research Fellow, Institute for Religion and Critical Inquiry, Australian Catholic University, Australia Co-coordinator, Biblical and Early Christian Studies Seminar Library Liaison Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) University of Virginia Master of Theology (Th.M.) Duke University Master of Divinity (M.Div.) Emory University Instructor in Early Christianity, Virginia Tech Department of Religion and Culture, USA from August 2016 to June 2017 Lecturer in Classics, College of William & Mary, USA from January to May 2016 Lecturer in Classics, University of Virginia, USA from January 2013 to May 2015 Steering Committee for Bible, Myth, and Myth Theory, Society of Biblical Literature from 2015 to the present In this video we discuss Litwa's book, "Hermetica II" which is a scholarly translation of the Hermetic Texts from ancient egypt of the Hellenistic Age. We compare and contrast the Mystery cults of Hermes, Horus, Dionysus, and Jesus. Hermetica II: The Excerpts of Stobaeus, Papyrus Fragments, and Ancient Testimonies in a English Translation with Notes and Introductions (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2018). He has also written: How the Gospels Became History: Jesus and Mediterranean Myths (New Haven: Yale University Press, 2019). Desiring Divinity: Self-deification in Ancient Jewish and Christian Mythmaking. Forthcoming from Oxford University Press, 2016. Refutation of All Heresies: Text, Translation, and Notes, Writings from the Greco-Roman World 40 (Atlanta: SBL Press, 2015). Iesus Deus: The Early Christian Depiction of Jesus as a Mediterranean God (Minneapolis: Fortress Academic, 2014). Becoming Divine: An Introduction to Deification in Western Culture (Eugene, OR: Cascade, 2013) We Are Being Transformed: Deification in Paul's Soteriology (Beihefte zum Zeitschrift für Neutestamentliche Wissenschaft 187; Berlin & New York: Walter de Gruyter, 2012). Forthcoming: Found Christianities: Remaking the World of the Second Century Coming March 2022 from Bloomsbury For more from M. David Litwa: https://mdavidlitwa.wordpress.com/about/ https://www.acu.edu.au/research/our-research-institutes/institute-for-religion-and-critical-inquiry/our-people/m-david-litwa https://www.amazon.com/M.-David-Litwa/e/B00J5VOVCS%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share #MDavidLitwa #Hermetica #MysteryCults #Gnostic #GnosticInformant --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gnosticinformant/message

Dr. Derwin L. Gray is the founding and lead pastor of Transformation Church, a multiethnic, multigenerational, mission-shaped community just south of Charlotte, North Carolina. He has written several books, most recently God, Do You Hear Me? And the bestselling The Good Life. Gray and his wife Vicki have been married since 1992 and have two adult children. After graduating from BYU, Pastor Derwin played professional football in the NFL—five years with the Indianapolis Colts (1993–1997) and one year with the Carolina Panthers (1998). During that time, he and Vicki began their journey with Christ and experienced God's faithfulness and direction as He moved their hearts to know Him and to make Him known. Pastor Derwin went on to graduate magna cum laude from Southern Evangelical Seminary with a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, with a concentration in Apologetics. He was mentored by renowned theologian and philosopher, Dr. Norman Geisler. In 2015, he was awarded an honorary doctorate from Southern Evangelical Seminary. In 2018, he received his Doctor of Ministry in the New Testament in Context at Northern Seminary under Dr. Scot McNight.God Do You Hear Me Book HereInstagram Follow The Story Box on Social Media► INSTAGRAM ► TWITTER ► FACEBOOK ► WEBSITE SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE! ► Apple Podcast ► Spotify WATCH HERE:► YouTube If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe to YouTube & Apple Podcasts, and leave a 5-star positive rating and review over on Apple Podcasts. Share it around with your friends and family.Support The Show Here:Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thestorybox. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Meet Barbara Barbara is a military spouse, executive director, and founder of SisterHood Ministry, a 501c(3) nonprofit organization network geared towards women in the military community, both past and present affiliation, who have a heart for ministry. The nonprofit focuses on Faith-based network connections while providing tools and resources for managing ministry operations with Christian leadership development. Barbara is also pursuing a Master of Divinity – M.Div. focused in Christian Leadership from Grand Canyon University. On the podcast, we discuss how she got her start in ministry with military spouses, how the organization provides tools and resources to manage ministry operations successfully, and how to mend those cultural gaps between military families and the local community. If you want to be inspired by the ministry through military spouses, check out this podcast episode. More information on the Sisterhood Ministry can be found at https://www.sisterhoodministry.com.

Friends for Life is an entire podcast devoted to the intersection of church and life issues, theology and how it informs our personal caring of ourselves and our neighbors. Now 8 episodes in, we pause to answer some foundational questions, including “What does it mean to be pro-life,” “Is there a better term to use than the politically charged term pro-life?,” and “How does our Christian theology lead us to be a life-affirming people?” Professor emeritus at Concordia Seminary, Dr. Jeff Gibbs, joins us to give his Gospel-centered answers and to challenge listeners to rethink their motivation when it comes to  involvement in the life arena. Because the Gospel. Changes. Everything.   Learn about LCMS Life Ministry at lcms.org/life. Find Matthew – Concordia Commentary by Dr. Jeffrey A. Gibbs at cph.org/p-685-Matthew-11-111-Concordia-Commentary.aspx. Find the resource "Gracious and Multi-Faceted - When Theology Drives Involvement in the Life Arena" in Winter 2020 issue of Concordia Journal by clicking this link. (Article Copyright Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, 2020. Linked with permission.) Subscribe to the Concordia Journal at csl.edu/resources/publications/concordia-journal. Bio: Dr. Jeffrey Gibbs is a professor emeritus at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. He retired in 2020 after 28 years of distinguished service. His areas of interest and expertise include the Synoptic Gospels, New Testament eschatology and Matthew. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, Va. (1995). He earned a Master of Sacred Theology (S.T.M.) and Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Ind. (1988, 1979). After graduating from Concordia Theological Seminary, Dr. Gibbs was ordained in 1979 and was called to two congregations in northwestern Oregon. He served there for 10 years. His writing works include Jerusalem and Parousia: Jesus' Eschatological Discourse in Matthew's Gospel (Concordia Publishing House [CPH], 2000); Matthew 1:1—11:1, Concordia Commentary (CPH, 2006); Matthew 11:2—20:32, Concordia Commentary (CPH, 2010); and Matthew 21:1-28:20, Concordia Commentary (CPH, 2018). Dr. Gibbs and his wife, Renee, live in St. Louis and are active in life-affirming ministry, especially on behalf of unborn children. They have four grown children and more than a dozen grandchildren, the total number of which is happily beyond their control. 

Preaching for the Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Natalie Terry offers a reflection on our authority and responsibility to go to live our calls among God's people: "Our authority is not in doctrine or canon or religious rule, it is in love. A transformative love that we embody and that we have the ability and responsibility to share." Natalie Terry is a minister, preacher and educator with an ever-evolving call to accompany people and communities in their spiritual journeys. She currently serves as the Assistant Executive Director of Villa Maria Education & Spirituality Center in Northwestern Pennsylvania. In her ministry journey, Natalie has served as the director of an Ignatian spirituality center, as a faith-based community organizer and as a high school campus minister and philosophy teacher. She received a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/07112021 to learn more about Natalie, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

Preaching for Trinity Sunday, JoAnn Melina Lopez offers a reflection on our call to share God's love with the world: "This isn’t a trite, saccharine kind of love. It’s not the kind of love that helps us fall asleep at night, warm and cozy in our beds. It’s a fierce, fiery, energizing, transforming love, that calls us to awaken every morning and go about our days as enfleshers of freedom, and disruptors of every system that obscures God’s love." JoAnn Melina Lopez currently serves as Campus Minister for Liturgy at Seattle University. She completed her undergraduate degree at Saint Joseph’s University, before going on to serve as a Jesuit Volunteer in Houston, working with asylum seekers and refugees. She received her Masters of Divinity (M.Div.) from the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry, and joined Seattle U’s Campus Ministry team six years ago. JoAnn grew up in India and Singapore, where she learned the importance of hospitality, inclusion, sharing meals, and how to live in an multifaith and multicultural world. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/05302021 to learn more about JoAnn, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

During this interview between Greg Stier and long time Dare 2 Share speaker Derwin Gray the topic of race and christianity is something that is discussed in depth. Derwin talks about how to talk about race in the church and how as Christians we should be handling everything in the world. About The Greg Stier Youth Ministry Podcast: Being a youth pastor can be a massive challenge on top of everything a youth leader must do today to help their youth ministry. Greg Stier has over thirty years of youth ministry experience and is here to help you with your youth group. The Greg Stier Youth Ministry Podcast is all about helping youth leaders by using biblical analysis, stories from his own life, profiling leaders in youth ministry, and bringing in other experts in the Christian world. This is the perfect resource to learn how to be a youth leader with new episodes dropped the last Tuesday of every month. About Greg: Greg Stier is a champion for unleashing this generation with the Gospel. As the founder of Dare 2 Share Ministries, he is driven to help the Church activate Christian teenagers to reach their friends. In the last 30 years, Greg has trained millions of youth leaders and students on how to relationally engage their world with the Good News of Jesus. A much sought-after speaker, Greg is a former pastor, church planter, youth leader, as well as the author of numerous books. https://connect.dare2share.org/podcast​ Follow Greg Stier on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greg.stier/​ Follow Greg Stier on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregstier​ Follow Greg Stier on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregstier/​ About Dare 2 Share: Teenagers desperately need the hope of Christ and their peers are the best possible messengers of that hope. Imagine what could happen in our communities if every teen, everywhere, heard the Gospel from a friend. That’s why Dare 2 Share comes alongside the Church to help equip teens to share their faith and youth leaders to build youth ministries that advance the Gospel. For nearly 30 years, Dare 2 Share has been a leader in evangelism training resources and events, helping youth leaders overcome the challenges of building a thriving youth ministry that advances the Gospel and consistently reaches teenagers with the message of Jesus Christ. About Derwin Gray: Derwin met his wife, Vicki, at Brigham Young University. He played for the BYU Cougars football team. They have been married since 1992 and have two children.  After graduating from Brigham Young University, Derwin played professional football in the NFL for five years with the Indianapolis Colts (1993-1997) and one year with the Carolina Panthers (1998). During that time, he and Vicki began their journey with Christ and experienced God’s faithfulness and direction as He moved their hearts to know Him and make Him known. Derwin and Vicki began an itinerant speaking ministry in 1999, One Heart At A Time Ministries. Derwin went on to graduate magna cum laude from Southern Evangelical Seminary with a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, with a concentration in Apologetics, where he was mentored by renowned theologian and philosopher, Dr. Norman Geisler. Following God’s call on their lives and their desire to shepherd people towards transforming their world through the mission of Christ, the Lord transitioned Derwin from his primary role of itinerant speaker to serving as the Lead Pastor of Transformation Church in January of 2010. Coupling his dynamic speaking style with a shepherd’s heart, his intense passion for seeing lives and culture transformed is both contagious and inspiring. In 2015, he was awarded an honorary doctorate from Southern Evangelical Seminary. In 2018, he received his Doctor of Ministry in the New Testament in Context at Northern Seminary under Dr. Scot McNight.  In addition to his role at Transformation Church, Derwin teaches at conferences nationwide. He is the author of Hero: Unleashing God’s Power in a Man’s Heart (2010), Limitless Life: You Are More Than Your Past When God Holds Your Future (2013), Crazy Grace for Crazy Times Bible Study (2015), The High-Definition Leader (2015), and The Good Life: What Jesus Teaches About Finding True Happiness (2020).z Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derwinlgray/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DerwinLGray Twitter: https://twitter.com/johnlcooper?s=17https://twitter.com/DerwinLGray

Pastors get front-row seats to people changing, but they often become too busy, burdened, and blind to their own needs for change or to see the change happening in them. Pastor Harold Kim shares his own story of recovering from burnout and blindspots. Bio: Harold Kim is the founding pastor of Christ Central of Southern California and serves on the Board for Christ Central Network (CCN) and as President of SOLA. He graduated from UC Berkeley, received his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and his Master of Theology (Th.M.) from Princeton Theological Seminary. He was ordained by the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) in 2001. Harold is gratefully married to Sun Hi and a happy father of two daughters, Taylor and Elizabeth. His great joy and passion is to see lives changed as Jesus Christ becomes central to everything. Shownotes: Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kIhv4KY895g Read the article transcript: https://sola.network/article/blindspots-people-still-look-like-trees More from SolaCon21: All Content https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAoJ5wNGQQE2hIRu3cUCl76WF0xklNIC9 More from SolaCon21: Plenary Speakers and Panels https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAoJ5wNGQQE3zRPZBsZUjX4KFRrGW8RpB More from SolaCon21: Microtalks and Interviews https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAoJ5wNGQQE05DKlOea0N_ScPArVSpnz- More from SolaCon21: Behind the Scenes https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAoJ5wNGQQE2VhtNvTxK-oHGkyZMHX0x7 Links: Weekly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/tgif Monthly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/newsletter Facebook: https://facebook.com/thesolanetwork Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesolanetwork Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesolanetwork YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqsoKbSYBbZZoovA24PhqAg Podcast: http://anchor.fm/solanetwork Website: https://sola.network

The Church has been called to be a witness of Christ to the ends of the earth, but recently it seems like there are so many reasons to be done with the Church. What is the Church? And how does the Church provide no better witness despite being broken and blemished? Harold is the founding pastor of Christ Central of Southern California and serves on the Board for Christ Central Network (CCN) and as President of SOLA. He graduated from UC Berkeley, received his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and his Master of Theology (Th.M.) from Princeton Theological Seminary. He was ordained by the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) in 2001. Harold is gratefully married to Sun Hi and a happy father of two daughters, Taylor and Elizabeth. His great joy and passion is to see lives changed as Jesus Christ becomes central to everything. Shownotes: Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/B02zlLWCiDM Read the article transcript: https://sola.network/article/the-church-no-better-witness More from SolaCon21: All Content https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAoJ5wNGQQE2hIRu3cUCl76WF0xklNIC9 More from SolaCon21: Plenary Speakers and Panels https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAoJ5wNGQQE3zRPZBsZUjX4KFRrGW8RpB More from SolaCon21: Microtalks and Interviews https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAoJ5wNGQQE05DKlOea0N_ScPArVSpnz- More from SolaCon21: Behind the Scenes https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAoJ5wNGQQE2VhtNvTxK-oHGkyZMHX0x7 Links: Weekly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/tgif Monthly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/newsletter Facebook: https://facebook.com/thesolanetwork Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesolanetwork Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesolanetwork YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqsoKbSYBbZZoovA24PhqAg Podcast: http://anchor.fm/solanetwork Website: https://sola.network

Nate Claiborne and Jonathan Duckett continue a mini-series on the objectives and aims of NewCity's Student Community (NCSC).  In this episode, they give some of their background as staff members leading NCSC. Both Nate and Jonathan graduated from Word of Life Bible Institute before completing their undergrad at Liberty University. Nate continued on with his studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, where he graduated in 2011 with a Master of Theology (Th.M). Duckett is graduating later this month from Reformed Theological Seminary with his Master of Divinity (M.Div) and continue his studies this summer as he starts the MAC Program (Master of Arts in Counseling).Both Nate and Duckett have an extensive background in teaching and youth ministry and bring these spiritual gifts and talents into the ministry of NewCity Orlando to Middle and High School students.

St. John Paul the Great, our beloved Pope, taught us how to find our identity in God. He inspired so many young people during his life, constantly reminding them to find their worth in Christ instead of any false ideas of the world. Our worth can only be found in the sum of God's love for us. His legacy is one of great inspiration and a call to heroically live out the Christian call. Our guest podcaster today is Rev. Fr. Charles Canoy. He is a Catholic priest of the Diocese of Lansing in Michigan. “Father Chas,” as he is more commonly called, grew up in Columbia, Missouri. He graduated from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University in 1994. He then worked for a few years as a business planning associate for General Mills and then as a regional director for Legatus, an organization of Catholic business leaders.  Before entering seminary, Fr. Canoy studied two years at Franciscan University in Ohio and a year in Rome. A transformative 30-day Ignatian retreat during the Lent of 2001 prompted him to pursue the diocesan priesthood and enter Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, where he earned his Master of Divinity (M.Div.), graduating summa cum laude in 2005.  On June 11, 2005, Fr. Canoy was ordained to the priesthood of Jesus Christ. He served for five years at two parishes, St. Thomas the Apostle in downtown Ann Arbor and St. Andrew the Apostle in Saline, Michigan. In 2010, he then served on the faculty of the same seminary from which he graduated, Sacred Heart Major Seminary, for four years while completing his S.T.L. degree from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas with a specialty in the New Evangelization in 2014. Fr. Chas been serving as the pastor at St. John the Evangelist in Jackson, Michigan ever since.Fr. Chas still enjoys his childhood sport of golf, but now with a glass of bourbon on the rocks afterward.  Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-john-paul-the-great/This podcast is sponsored by: Littlewithgreatlove.com + Redbird.love.Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; guest podcaster Fr. Chas; teammates Danielle Knight & Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

In today's episode we got to sit down with Dr. Derwin Gray! Derwin is the founding and lead pastor of Transformation Church, a multiethnic, multigenerational, mission-shaped community located in Indian Land, South Carolina, just south of Charlotte, North Carolina. Derwin met his wife, Vicki, at Brigham Young University. He played for the BYU Cougars football team. They have been married since 1992 and have two children. Football After graduating from Brigham Young University, Derwin played professional football in the NFL for five years with the Indianapolis Colts (1993-1997) and one year with the Carolina Panthers (1998). During that time, he and Vicki began their journey with Christ and experienced God's faithfulness and direction as He moved their hearts to know Him and make Him known. Ministry Derwin and Vicki began an itinerant speaking ministry in 1999, One Heart At A Time Ministries. Derwin went on to graduate magna cum laude from Southern Evangelical Seminary with a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, with a concentration in Apologetics, where he was mentored by renowned theologian and philosopher, Dr. Norman Geisler. Transformation Following God's call on their lives and their desire to shepherd people towards transforming their world through the mission of Christ, the Lord transitioned Derwin from his primary role of itinerant speaker to serving as the Lead Pastor of Transformation Church in January of 2010. Coupling his dynamic speaking style with a shepherd's heart, his intense passion for seeing lives and culture transformed is both contagious and inspiring.

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Brian Scott and Justin Boeding are two Masters of Divinity (M.O.D.) talk about pop culture and God. They come on the 2 Bald Pastors Podcast to talk about their podcast and how they go about making an excellent show. In this podcast we get into The Mandalorian and so much more!

Welcome to The Shaun Tabatt Show! Today my special guest is Daniel R. Hyde and we'll be talking about his book A Well-Ordered Church: Laying a Foundation for a Vibrant Church (EP Books, 2015). About The Book: "Jesus is my personal Lord and Savior." No phrase captures better the ethos of modern evangelical Christianity. And while this is absolutely necessary for a Christian to believe and profess, what typically gets lost in much evangelical thinking and acting is Jesus' church. This book seeks to present to evangelical Christians the basics of ecclesiology, or, the biblical doctrine of the church. The authors say in these pages, “This is a church, in the most basic and fundamental of ways. No matter what view of church government you may hold, the goal is to draw you back to the big principles of Scripture to help you understand the church s identity, authority, ecumenicity, and activity.” About The Author: Rev. Daniel R. Hyde--"Pastor Danny" to the members of Oceanside United Reformed Church--has an eclectic past: he was baptized Roman Catholic, was converted in a Foursquare church, attended an Assemblies of God college where he flirted spiritually with Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism before he discovered the riches of the historic Protestant and Reformed Christian faith. All of this prepared him to minister in the diverse religious culture of Southern California. In 2000, while still in seminary, Danny planted the Oceanside United Reformed Church (United Reformed Churches in North America) in Carlsbad/Oceanside, California. Fifteen years on later he continues as pastor and is married with four children. He and his wife enjoy showing hospitality in their home for meals, prayer, and to study the Word. Pastor Danny has a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Vanguard University, Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Westminster Seminary California, and a Master of Theology (Th.M.) from Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary. His Th.M. thesis was entitled, "Of Great Importance and of High Concernment: The Liturgical Theology of John Owen (1616-1683)," and was read by Drs. Joel Beeke, Derek W. H. Thomas, and Mark Jones. He is currently a Ph.D. candidate at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. For additional show notes, visit ShaunTabatt.com/013.

478 Near Death Experiences studied by Ann Frances Ellis, in which she based her doctoral dissertation, sharing about the love reported so often by those who returned from heaven. Her first career was as computer systems programmer/database system researcher/data communications network manager for the U.S. Navy. Her second career was as a hospital/hospice chaplain. Her third career is now author/owner of Trail of Hope Publishing. She has degrees in Mathematics (B.A.), Computer Science (M.S.), Divinity (M. Div.), and Religious Studies/Comparative Religion (Ph.D.). She is a licensed minister and one smart lady. Inspirting and LOVING. After hearing her experiences we talk about how we can experience the feeling of love DAILY and often. Easy homework for a great life. Enjoy the conversation with Ann! -Sandra

On the April 15 Boomer Generation Radio program, Rabbi Address and a panel of clergy discuss the psychological and spiritual aspects of Passover and Easter holidays on seniors. The panelists are: The Revs. Eloise Scott and Cheryl Wade, from Second Baptist Church in Germantown Rabbi Eric Goldberg from Congregation Shir Ami, Bucks County.   Eloise R. ScottPastoral Psychotherapist Eloise R. Scott is a pastoral psychotherapist in private practice in the Wynnefield Heights section of Philadelphia (PA). She received the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree from The Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia, where she subsequently served as Director of Student Services, Evening (2003-2008) and as Director of Assessment (2008-2010). From 2008 to 2010 she was a staff psychotherapist (part-time) at the Samaritan Counseling Center (Chestnut Hill, PA). She continues to serve the seminary as a small group and workshop facilitator. Eloise is a graduate of the Psychoanalytic Center of Philadelphia where she received a 2 year certificate in psychodynamic psychotherapy; she remains a member there. She is also a member of the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. An ordained minister of American Baptist Churches, USA, she is an associate minister at the Second Baptist Church of Germantown (Philadelphia, PA). Prior to entering ministry full-time, Eloise, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, was employed for over 25 years in the ethical pharmaceutical industry, where she served as a Research Veterinary Pathologist and Director of Regulatory Affairs. Eloise, also known as “Scotti”, works with individuals and couples, and small groups focused on personal growth, spiritual and leadership formation.     Rev. Cheryl WadeSecond Baptist ChurchGermantown Cheryl Wade is  ordained in The American Baptist Churches USA.  She is retired from a 28 -year -career largely in denominational  leadership, including her role as Associate General Secretary and Treasurer. She has served on the board of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA where she chaired the Finance and Administration Committee and served as a Vice President.  She served on the Central Committee of the World Council of Churches.  She also served as Director for Philanthropy for the Kendal Corporation, a nonprofit system of continuing care retirement communities.  Cheryl has been an associate pastor at Second Baptist Church of Germantown in Philadelphia, Pa for nearly 20 years.             Rabbi Eric Goldberg Rabbi Eric Goldberg serves as Director of Education at Shir Ami in Newtown, Pennsylvania. Rabbi Goldberg is happily married to Rabbi Geri Newburge, and they have a son, Jay. Growing up in the Philadelphia area, Rabbi Goldberg loves all four Philadelphia sports teams and eagerly awaits another parade down Broad Street. In addition to his love for Philadelphia sports, Rabbi Goldberg is passionate about Israel and believes all people should travel there at least one time in their life. Boomer Generation Radio airs on WWDB-AM 860 every Tuesday at 10 a.m., and features news and conversation aimed at Baby Boomers and the issues facing them as members of what Rabbi Address calls “the club sandwich generation.” You can hear the show live on AM 860, or streamed live from the WWDB website. You can email comments and questions for the show to boomergenerationradio@gmail.com. Subscribe to the RSS feed for all Jewish Sacred Aging podcasts. Subscribe to these podcasts in the Apple iTunes Music Store.

Ann Frances Ellis, Ph.D., feels she has been guided all along the way to write Revelations of . It is based on her doctoral dissertation, Profound Love as Revealed by Profound Love Near-Death Experiences, which examined 478 near-death experiences to learn about the love reported so often by those who returned from trips to heaven. She concluded that seven primary themes emerged from their reports: *We don't die, *The nature of profound love is greater than we ever imagined, *Profound love has higher qualities, *Profound love emanates from many sources, *We are all one and love is our essence, *There is a reason and purpose for everything, *In life, love is most important. She also compared what near-death experiencers reported with the texts, primary and secondary, of three world religions. She was able to find evidence of all the above conclusions within each religion. She believes it is likely that every world religion has realized these truths. She has degrees in Mathematics (B.A.), Computer Science (M.S.), Divinity (M. Div.), and Religious Studies/Comparative Religion (Ph.D.). She is a licensed minister. Her first career was as a civilian computer systems programmer/database system researcher/data communications network manager for the U.S. Navy. Her second career was as a hospital/hospice chaplain. Her third career is as author/owner of Trail of Hope Publishing.