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You know that old, familiar ice-breaker question, “If you could have dinner with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be?” Well, during today's episode of Back Porch Theology – which was taped live at our 2025 Kerygma Summit a few weeks ago. And yes, we happen to be hugely biased, but y'all this bevy of Bible scholars could aptly be described as Wonder Women. Dr. Lynn Cohick is the Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of Houston Theological Seminary. Dr. Eva Bleeker is assistant professor of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care at Denver Seminary. Dr. Irini Fambro, she and her family reside in Dallas where she serves as president of The King's University. Dr. Dorian Coover-Cox is a beloved Old Testament professor at Dallas Theological Seminary and has tutored hundreds of students in Hebrew over the years. And rounding out this dream team is Dr. Nicole Massey Martin. She's currently the COO for Christianity Today, and served as a senior VP at The American Bible Society. Today's episode is going to be FIRE, y'all ~ so please grab a great big iced mocha. Welcome to the porch – we're so glad you've chosen to hang out with us today! Find out more from Hope For The Heart Here. Purchase NIV Application Bible here.

Sharifa Stevens, BOW Ministry Team Member Kelley Mathews, BOW Ministry Team Member Protestants in general often don't talk much about Mary, mother and disciple of Jesus. Kelley Mathews, however, provides us with lots to think about from her interesting insights into who she was and her life and witness. What are the Seven Sorrows in her life? Kelly talks about them and what we can learn from Mary about being a disciple. Don't miss this lively discussion about Mary, mother and disciple of Jesus. This episode is also available on video. Recommended resources Women in the Story of Scripture podcast episode Artwork mentioned:1) Michelangelo Buonarroti, The Pietà, 1498-1499, St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City. 2) Artist Unknown, Theotokos, Our Lady of Sorrows, created 6th-7th century. Timestamps: 00:21 Introductions 01:35 Why Talk about Mary? 02:40 Mary of the Seven Sorrows 05:31 Simeon's Prophecy 07:43 The Pietà 09:38 Protestants and Mary 10:59 What can we learn from Mary as a disciple? 17:06 The through-line between Mary's Magnificat and Jesus' themes 20:18 Mary's humility 25:26 Mary behind the scenes 29:04 Art depicting Mary 32:58 Mary as an eyewitness 35:00 Resources TranscriptSharifa >> Hello, everyone, and welcome to Beyond Ordinary Women Ministries. I am your host, Sharifa Stevens, and today I have the pleasure of talking to Kelley Mathews. Kelley Mathews has ministered to the church through writing and editing for over 25 years, though it does not look like it! Kelley has co-authored eight books, including 40 Questions About Women in Ministry. She is a freelance writer and editor, a former women's ministry director and Bible study teacher. She has been married to John, a school administrator, for 27 years. They are parents to four active, mostly grown children. Kelley earned her Master of Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary in the year 2000 and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry in New Testament from Houston Theological Seminary. Welcome, Kelley. Kelley >> Hello. Hello. It's kind of fun being on this end of the screen, right? Sharifa >> I'm glad. Kelley >> Right. Yeah. I'm usually one of the interviewers. Sharifa >> But today I'm interviewing you because we are going to be talking about Mary, the mother of Jesus. Now we're talking about her perhaps in a different light than the audience might usually be used to her. We usually don't hear about Mary unless it's Christmas time. Right? Kelley >> Right. Right. Seems a little weird to be talking about her now because it's nowhere near Christmas when we're recording. And you should be listening to this after the New Year for sure. Sharifa >> Exactly. But when we only hear from Mary about Mary at Christmas time, there is so much depth and wisdom that we miss. She is a part of our cloud of witnesses, so to speak. Kelley >> Yeah. Sharifa >> Someone to glean wisdom from and to learn from and to take inspiration from. Well, you're studying about Mary in part for your dissertation. Kelley >> Yes. Sharifa >> I want to get into it with you. One of the ways that Mary, the mother of Jesus, is identified in the larger church and traditionally in the Roman Catholic Church is as Mary of the Seven Sorrows. Is that correct? Kelley >> Yes. Sharifa >> What is. . . Kelley >> Mary has a lot of titles. Sharifa >> A lot of Titles. Kelley >> That's yeah, that's definitely one thing I think Protestants don't understand or may not even be aware of is the fact that the larger church and we could say the Catholic Church with this started way before there was any division of church when we were all united in the Patristic Era and then through the Medieval Time and all that. Mary was very much honored and she came by all these different names to emphasize different parts of her character and role within the church. Typically, as someone that would be an intercessor,

The Letter of Paul to the Ephesians is filled with excellent teachings to guide us theologically and practically.We have invited Lynn H. Cohick, PhD, to discuss Ephesians based on her new commentary in the New International Commentary on the New Testament (Eerdmans, 2020).Scroll down to learn more about Dr. Lynn Cohick.Subscribe on your favorite podcast app!Dr. Lynn H. CohickDr. Cohick is Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University. She has been the provost at two seminaries, taught at Wheaton College for eighteen years, and taught at Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology.She is President of the Institute of Biblical Research (IBR), is senior translator on the New Living Translation of the Bible, and serves on the Board of Trustees at Biola University. Dr. Cohick is also the founder and President of Center for Women in Leadership, a principal of the Visual Museum of Women in Christianity.She is also the host of The Alabaster Jar podcast, on which she and her co-hosts discuss issues impacting women at the intersection of faith, theology, and ministry.You can purchase Dr. Lynn Cohick's books from independent booksellers Byron and Beth Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore. Order online through their secure server or call 717-246-333. Mention that you heard about this book on the Reintegrate Podcast and get 20% off.Thanks for listening!Please share this podcast with your friends. Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney.Go to re-integrate.org for the latest articles on reintegrating your callings with God's mission and online resources for further learning. You can also find out about a Bible study book that you can use in your small group or individual devotions: Reintegrate Your Vocation with God's Mission.You'll find more episodes at Reintegrate's podcast page.  Get full access to Bob Robinson's Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

The Letter of Paul to the Ephesians is filled with excellent teachings to guide us theologically and practically.   We have invited Lynn H. Cohick, PhD, to discuss Ephesians based on her new commentary in the New International Commentary on the New Testament (Eerdmans, 2020).     Dr. Cohick is Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University. She has been the provost at two seminaries, taught at Wheaton College for eighteen years, and taught at Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology.   She is President of the Institute of Biblical Research (IBR), is senior translator on the New Living Translation of the Bible, and serves on the Board of Trustees at Biola University. Dr. Cohick is also the founder and President of Center for Women in Leadership, a principal of the Visual Museum of Women in Christianity.   She is also the host of The Alabaster Jar podcast, on which she and her co-hosts discuss issues impacting women at the intersection of faith, theology, and ministry.   You can purchase Dr. Lynn Cohick's books from independent booksellers Byron and Beth Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore. Order online through their secure server or call 717-246-333. Mention that you heard about this book on the Reintegrate Podcast and get 20% off. Thanks for listening! Please share this podcast with your friends.  Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. Go to re-integrate.org for the latest articles on reintegrating your callings with God's mission and online resources for further learning. You can also find out about a Bible study book that you can use in your small group or individual devotions: Reintegrate Your Vocation with God's Mission. You'll find more episodes and ways to contact Bob and David on Reintegrate's podcast page. 

Lynn H. Cohick earned her PhD in NT and Christian Origins from the University of Pennsylvania. She is distinguished professor of NT at Houston Christian University, and director of the Houston Theological Seminary. She has written commentaries on Ephesians and Philippians, and books on women in the NT, including Christian Women in the Patristic World and Women in the World of the Earliest Christians. In this conversations, we talk about Lynn's latest research on freed female slaves in the New Testament world and how this shapes our reading of the household codes, and also the role and impact that women had on the church in the first few hundred years of Christianity. Register for the Austin conference on sexualtiy (Sept 17-18) here: https://www.centerforfaith.com/programs/leadership-forums/faith-sexuality-and-gender-conference-live-in-austin-or-stream-online Register for the Exiles 2 day conference in Denver (Oct 4-5) here: https://theologyintheraw.com/exiles-denver/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Episode of This is a Woman, host Sophia dives into a conversation with Elizabeth Wonning as she shares her testimony of leaving her lgbt identity as her faith led her to emotional healing and restoration in her sexuality.Elizabeth shares her testimony, discusses the thousands of others she interacts with the same story of restoration in their sexuality, touches on what todays lgbtq+ culture is doing to society, answers the hot topic question of are you born gay? and so much more! Elizabeth Woning is co-director of the CHANGED Movement, a worldwide network of people who have questioned their sexuality (or are questioning) and have chosen to turn away from LGBTQ identities and culture. She attended seminary openly lesbian before her faith led her to emotional healing and restoration in her sexuality. Elizabeth's work focuses on the intersection of faith with culture pertaining to same-sex sexuality and gender identity. She is an outspoken voice advocating for the legal rights of Christians with same-sex sexual attraction or gender dysphoria to abandon LGBTQ in their lives to align with their biological sex. In addition to member support and church equipping, CHANGED Movement works with politicians and think tanks providing insight and messaging on the LGBTQ experience. Elizabeth is currently completing her Doctor of Ministry degree at Houston Theological Seminary. She resides in Northern California with her husband, Doug. To learn more from Elizabeth visit: elizabethwoning.com | changedmovement.com | IG: @changedmvmt

This week, Ken and Grant are joined by Elizabeth Woning. Elizabeth Woning is the founder of CHANGED. Here is a snapshot of her history. I "came out" in my early 20s and attended a Presbyterian Church (USA) seminary openly lesbian after questioning my sexuality for several years. As a student in seminary between 2000 and 2003, I lobbied for marriage and ordination of LGTBQ individuals and ministered among gay youth, espousing a theology that embraced homosexuality. Upon graduating, I served as a youth pastor in a small rural community, where an encounter with Jesus radically shifted my perspective. The love of God drew me into a revelation that led to repentance and healing. I married my husband, Doug, in 2005. I co-founded the CHANGED Movement, a network of men and women who have walked away from LGBTQ identity. In addition to member support, the CHANGED Movement works with legislators and think tanks to protect the First Amendment Rights of all those seeking freedom from LGBTQ culture and its social labels. I hold a Master's in Theology and am completing my Doctor of Ministry degree in New Testament Theology at Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University in Texas. I am a licensed pastor and teach emerging leaders at Bethel Church's School of Ministry in Redding, California. Our upcoming IGNITION conference follows last year's FUSION conference to explore how we become God's partners in building a SUSTAINABLE MOVE of God in our generation. Join us in Nashville for Kingdom IGNITION! Registration is open. Click here for more information! ⁠https://kingdomignition.org/ We long for your faith to be encouraged and the fire of the Holy Spirit to ignite in your life by hearing these messages. We look forward to what God has in store for all of us living and working in His Kingdom as we prove to our world that "God is not a Theory." Thanks for watching God is Not a Theory, a podcast of Orbis Ministries. For more information, visit orbisministries.org. If you'd like to hear more from Ken or join the Orbis Ministries community, you can download the free Orbis Ministries mobile app here: https://get.theapp.co/kjwz. Check out Ken's book, On the Road with the Holy Spirit. Partner with Orbis Financially Are you interested in Holy Spirit-led ministry? Visit Orbis School of Ministry at https://orbissm.com, or email our Registrar, Jo McKay, at jo@orbisminstries.org Upcoming Orbis Ministries overseas ministry trips are posted behind the registration/login portal under the Train-Join an International Ministry Trip link on orbisministries.org. Do you want to join Ken's private God is not a Theory discussion group on Facebook? Please send a Facebook Direct Message to Bryan Orbis ALONG WITH a Friend Request asking to be added. If you'd like to receive Ken's monthly prayer letter, please go to orbisministries.org and scroll down to the bottom right for "Prayer Letter Signup".

You know those party game questions where you're asked if you could have dinner with anyone – dead or alive – who would you choose? Well, this is my party game answer come true because I had the hugely undeserved privilege of sitting down with seven of my theological HEROES – Dr. Jim Howard, my spiritual mentor and a Denver Seminary professor; Dr. Lynn Cohick, distinguished professor of NT and director of Houston Theological Seminary, formerly the provost of my alma mater – Den Sem; Dr. Scot McKnight, acclaimed NT scholar, author of more than sixty books, who's been a seminary professor for many decades and guest teaches at Oxford; Dr. Dorian Coover Cox, a world renowned expert on Exodus and Israel's journey from captivity to Canaan and beloved professor of Old Testament at Dallas Theological Seminary; Dr. Eva Bleeker, a licensed counselor and chaplain, bereavement expert, and professor at Denver Seminary as well as one of the kindest, most empathetic scholars you'll ever meet; Dr. Craig Keener, a palpably humble, albeit world renowned biblical scholar, author of the IVP Bible Background Commentary which is on the shelves of pretty much every minister I know as well as eight Bible commentaries, 37 books and over a hundred academic articles, he's a professor in the doctoral program at Asbury Theological Seminary; and finally the gentleman who's the main reason I chose the doctoral program at Denver Seminary, Dr. Craig Blomberg, who's a world renowned NT scholar, has authored and edited many, many academic works like The Historical Reliability of the New Testament and Interpreting the Parables, he was on the translatory team for the most recent edition of the NIV Bible, has served as a research fellow at Cambridge and recently retired from Denver Seminary but continues to teach a few classes in his role as professor emeritus of the NT. The credentials held by this dream teaching team are unstinkin' believable y'all but their humility, kindness, and generous willingness to help the rest of us fall deeper in love with Jesus eclipses their academic resumes. This perfectly numbered crew of seven scholars became a family of spiritual big brothers and sisters to us at Kerygma and I trust you'll come to feel that way as well as they open your eyes even wider to the God who loves us more than we can ever ask or imagine. You'll want to bring a notebook along with something caffeinated and your Bible to the porch today, welcome to this special scholars edition of Back Porch Theology! Sponsored by BetterHelp. Save 10% at BetterHelp.com/LisaHarper The Guided Prayer Journal for Teen Girls is available at https://www.lifeway.com or wherever you buy books. Save 25% on Dwell at DwellBible.com/Lisa Save 25% at The Good Book.com. Use code Save 25 at checkout.

Fund conversations that matter: donate.accessmore.comDuring today's conversation on Back Porch Theology Alli and I have the profound privilege of hanging out with two women who are spiritual heroines to us – Dr. Dorian Coover Cox, a professor of Old Testament Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, and Dr. Lynn Cohick, a Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University. I've known Dr. Cohick for many years because she was the provost at Denver Seminary and within five minutes of meeting her, I began plotting how to talk her into becoming one of my mentors! She's one of the first people I shared my dreams about Kerygma to and has been part of it since the inception. In fact, I told her a few weeks ago that she's now part of the proverbial living room furniture in my life, so she'd better never think about leaving! And while I've known of Dr. Coover Cox for years because she's one of the spiritual mentors of BPT's very own Dr. Howard, this year at Kerygma was the first time we got to hang out with her in person, and within 5 minutes she got grafted into the family too! Dr. Coover Cox is an expert on Exodus and Dr, Cohick is an expert on Ephesians so we're going to glean from these two saints' wisdom and camp out in those two books of Holy Writ today and let me encourage you to bring a notebook along with your coffee and your Bible, because you're going to want to take notes on the porch today, baby!

There was a time, back in the 70s and early 80s, when the study of Revelation, with speculations about the end times and being “left behind,” was in vogue.But today, most Christians stay away from Revelation. Preachers either ignore it or choose to teach from the safer passages, like chapters 2 through 4, or about the New Heavens and New Earth in the final two chapters. The reason is that so many of us have become frustrated by how people have portrayed it, enamored with the violence, speculation, and false predictions.Our guest on this episode is Scot McKnight, who, along with Cody Matchett, has written the book Revelation for the Rest of Us: A Prophetic Call to Follow Jesus as a Dissident Disciple (Zondervan, 2023). They say that all the future foretelling that speculative dispensationalists have been doing over the past century has distracted us from the real message of Revelation.Scroll down to learn more about Scot McKnight.Subscribe on your favorite podcast app!Scot McKnightScot McKnight is a New Testament scholar, historian of early Christianity, theologian, and author. He has written widely, including several biblical commentaries and books on the historical Jesus, early Christianity, Christian living, and church life. On Scot's Substack, he writes on a great variety of topics. He was a guest on the Reintegrate Podcast in June 2021, discussing his book, A Church Called Tov: Forming a Goodness Culture That Resists Abuses of Power and Promotes Healing. He is currently teaching in the Doctor of Ministry program at Houston Theological Seminary. You can purchase Scot McKnight's books from independent booksellers Byron and Beth Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore. Order online through their secure server or call 717-246-333. Mention that you heard about this book on the Reintegrate Podcast and get 20% off.Thanks for listening! Please share this podcast with your friends. Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney.Go to re-integrate.org for the latest articles on reintegrating your callings with God's mission and online resources for further learning. You can also find out about a Bible study book that you can use in your small group or individual devotions: Reintegrate Your Vocation with God's Mission.You'll find more episodes on Reintegrate's podcast page.  Get full access to Bob Robinson's Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

There was a time, back in the 70s and early 80s, when the study of Revelation, with speculations about the end times and being “left behind,” was in vogue.   But today, most Christians stay away from Revelation. Preachers either ignore it or choose to teach from the safer passages, like chapters 2 through 4, or about the New Heavens and New Earth in the final two chapters. The reason is that so many of us have become frustrated by how people have portrayed it, enamored with the violence, speculation, and false predictions.   Our guest on this episode is Scot McKnight, who, along with Cody Matchett, has written the book Revelation for the Rest of Us: A Prophetic Call to Follow Jesus as a Dissident Disciple (Zondervan, 2023). They say that all the future foretelling that speculative dispensationalists have been doing over the past century has distracted us from the real message of Revelation.     Scot McKnight is a New Testament scholar, historian of early Christianity, theologian, and author. He has written widely, including several biblical commentaries and books on the historical Jesus, early Christianity, Christian living, and church life. On Scot's Substack, he writes on a great variety of topics. He was a guest on the Reintegrate Podcast in June 2021, discussing his book, A Church Called Tov: Forming a Goodness Culture That Resists Abuses of Power and Promotes Healing. He is currently teaching in the Doctor of Ministry program at Houston Theological Seminary.    You can purchase Scot McKnight's books from independent booksellers Byron and Beth Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore. Order online through their secure server or call 717-246-333. Mention that you heard about this book on the Reintegrate Podcast and get 20% off. Thanks for listening! Please share this podcast with your friends.  Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. Go to re-integrate.org for the latest articles on reintegrating your callings with God's mission and online resources for further learning. You can also find out about a Bible study book that you can use in your small group or individual devotions: Reintegrate Your Vocation with God's Mission. You'll find more episodes and ways to contact Bob and David on Reintegrate's podcast page. 

Guest Bio: Lynn H. Cohick (PhD, University of Pennsylvania) is distinguished professor of New Testament and director of the Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University. Prior to coming to HCU, she served as provost/dean of academic affairs at Northern Seminary, and provost of Denver Seminary. She was Professor of New Testament at Wheaton College and taught at Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology in Nairobi, Kenya. She serves as president of the Institute for Biblical Research. Her books include The Letter to the Ephesians in NICNT (2020); Christian Women in the Patristic World: Their Influence, Authority, and Legacy in the Second through the Fifth Centuries (co-authored with Amy Brown Hughes (2017); Philippians in the Story of God Commentary (2013); Ephesians in New Covenant Commentary (2010); and Women in the World of the Earliest Christians (2009).    Show Summary: Do you ever feel like God doesn't have a purpose for you? Maybe while reading your Bible, you notice the stand-out men doing all of the amazing things in the New Testament, or the fact that women don't seem to be major participants in the events. However, Dr. Lynn Cohick noticed the remarkable way Jesus treated women and how God has a purpose for each and every one of us. She set out to teach more people about the truth of women in the New Testament. Join hosts, Elisa Morgan and Eryn Adkins, as they learn more from Dr. Lynn on this episode of God Hears Her.    Notes and Quotes:  “. . .And that story [Mary of Bethany anointing Jesus], for me, has just resonated down through the decades. Really, of someone who was in the same moment as Jesus. She's the one who recognizes His passion to come. And, she, in the face of ridicule by her friends, does what needs to be done in the name of love.” —Dr. Lynn Cohick “. . .With these women, it just broke my heart that they wanted nothing to do with Jesus because they wanted nothing to do with the Church. . .I wished they would know Jesus as I know Jesus, and I just lamented that reality. . .” —Dr. Lynn Cohick I am excited to see. . .and I dream of seeing it more and more. . .of women confidently stepping into what God has called them to do. . .and it's not like they all need to teach, or they all need to evangelize. . .whatever good work that God has for them” —Dr. Lynn Cohick “In the global church, I think it's going to be increasingly important that Christians work together for the sake of the world, as the world continues to fracture. . .” —Dr. Lynn Cohick “. . .with purpose, purpose might apply for some people as an end goal. But I think for believers we don't always know what that end goal is in a concrete sense. Paul tells the Romans, and us, that we are predestined to be conformed to the image of the Son. . .that's our ultimate goal.”  —Dr. Lynn Cohick   Verses:  Mark 14:1-9  John 4:1-26 Acts 16:11-15; 16:39-40 1 Corinthians 4:3-5 Romans 8:29 2 Corinthians 3:18   Links:  God Hears Her website: https://www.godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her newsletter sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/sign-upsfmc Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Discover the Word series “Women in the Work of Jesus”: https://discovertheword.org/series/roles-of-women-in-the-work-of-jesus/ Elisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisamorganauthor/ Eryn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eryneddy/     MB01NAKWT6WP0HQ

Guest Bio: Lynn H. Cohick (PhD, University of Pennsylvania) is distinguished professor of New Testament and director of the Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University. Prior to coming to HCU, she served as provost/dean of academic affairs at Northern Seminary, and provost of Denver Seminary. She was Professor of New Testament at Wheaton College and taught at Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology in Nairobi, Kenya. She serves as president of the Institute for Biblical Research. Her books include The Letter to the Ephesians in NICNT (2020); Christian Women in the Patristic World: Their Influence, Authority, and Legacy in the Second through the Fifth Centuries (co-authored with Amy Brown Hughes (2017); Philippians in the Story of God Commentary (2013); Ephesians in New Covenant Commentary (2010); and Women in the World of the Earliest Christians (2009).    Show Summary: Do you ever feel like God doesn't have a purpose for you? Maybe while reading your Bible, you notice the stand-out men doing all of the amazing things in the New Testament, or the fact that women don't seem to be major participants in the events. However, Dr. Lynn Cohick noticed the remarkable way Jesus treated women and how God has a purpose for each and every one of us. She set out to teach more people about the truth of women in the New Testament. Join hosts, Elisa Morgan and Eryn Adkins, as they learn more from Dr. Lynn on this episode of God Hears Her.    Notes and Quotes:  “. . .And that story [Mary of Bethany anointing Jesus], for me, has just resonated down through the decades. Really, of someone who was in the same moment as Jesus. She's the one who recognizes His passion to come. And, she, in the face of ridicule by her friends, does what needs to be done in the name of love.” —Dr. Lynn Cohick “. . .With these women, it just broke my heart that they wanted nothing to do with Jesus because they wanted nothing to do with the Church. . .I wished they would know Jesus as I know Jesus, and I just lamented that reality. . .” —Dr. Lynn Cohick I am excited to see. . .and I dream of seeing it more and more. . .of women confidently stepping into what God has called them to do. . .and it's not like they all need to teach, or they all need to evangelize. . .whatever good work that God has for them” —Dr. Lynn Cohick “In the global church, I think it's going to be increasingly important that Christians work together for the sake of the world, as the world continues to fracture. . .” —Dr. Lynn Cohick “. . .with purpose, purpose might apply for some people as an end goal. But I think for believers we don't always know what that end goal is in a concrete sense. Paul tells the Romans, and us, that we are predestined to be conformed to the image of the Son. . .that's our ultimate goal.”  —Dr. Lynn Cohick   Verses:  Mark 14:1-9  John 4:1-26 Acts 16:11-15; 16:39-40 1 Corinthians 4:3-5 Romans 8:29 2 Corinthians 3:18   Links:  God Hears Her website: https://www.godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her newsletter sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/sign-upsfmc Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Discover the Word series “Women in the Work of Jesus”: https://discovertheword.org/series/roles-of-women-in-the-work-of-jesus/ Elisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisamorganauthor/ Eryn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eryneddy/     MB01NAKWT6WP0HQ

Dr. Lynn Cohick was recently appointed to be on the translation committee for the popular New Living Translation. In this episode, host Kevin Grasso discusses Lynn's translation philosophy and how she handles certain exegetical and translational issues in Ephesians, on which she has written the commentary in the NICNT series. Particular attention is given to Ephesians 2:9 and the translation of ἐξ ἔργων as well as 5:21-24 and the translation of ὑποτάσσω and κεφαλή. You don't want to miss this thought-provoking conversation! Lynn H. Cohick (Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania) is Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of the Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University. Prior to coming to HCU, she served as Provost/Dean of Academic Affairs at Northern Seminary, and Provost of Denver Seminary. She was Professor of New Testament at Wheaton College and taught at Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology in Nairobi, Kenya. She serves as President of the Institute for Biblical Research. Her books include The Letter to the Ephesians in NICNT (2020); Christian Women in the Patristic World: Their Influence, Authority, and Legacy in the Second through the Fifth Centuries (co-authored with Amy Brown Hughes (2017); Philippians in the Story of God Commentary (2013); Ephesians in New Covenant Commentary (2010); Women in the World of the Earliest Christians (2009). As always, this episode is brought to you by Biblingo, the premier solution for learning, maintaining, and enjoying the biblical languages. Visit biblingo.org to learn more and start your 10-day free trial. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app and leave us a review. You can also follow Biblingo on social media @biblingoapp to discuss the episode with us and other listeners.

In his teaching about family relations (e.g. Eph. 5:21–6:9), Paul is echoing descriptions of a household that had been formalized by Aristotle, but in so doing Paul turns Aristotle's teaching on its head. Dr. Lynn Cohick is Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University. Among her many publications are The Letter to the Ephesians (NICNT) and (with Amy Brown Hughes) Christian Women in the Patristic World: Their Influence, Authority, and Legacy in the Second through Fifth Centuries.   Learn more about related programs: M.A. in Biblical Exegesis  B.A. in Classical Languages - Greek, Hebrew, and Latin

Find show notes here. What should you do when it feels like you don't have what it takes to follow your dream? Whether it's time, energy, know-how, or all of the above, many of us struggle with feeling like we don't have enough to accomplish the dream that God has given us. Rachel Baker knows what it's like to grapple with these questions. She's the author of Deconstructed, a bible study guide for anyone who feels overwhelmed or ill-equipped to study the Word of God. She's also a pastor's wife and the director of women's ministries at their home church in Northern Nevada.  She has a passion for spiritual formation and is currently seeking a master's degree in apologetics from Houston Theological Seminary. With everything on her plate, it can feel overwhelming, yet Rachel is confident that God has placed a calling on her life to support other women in their study of God's Word and to grow in confidence that His hand upon their lives. Previously, Rachel shared in episode 223 The Best Way to Get Started When You Don't Know Where To Begin. She's back to talk about the key things God has shown her as she's brought her lack before Him.  In this episode, you'll learn about:  ·         Depending on God for all that you feel you lack, ·         Keeping your dream surrendered to God so He can continue to shape it and grow it, and ·         Leaning into God to define success for each season of your dream. NEXT STEPS:  Connect with Merritt: Website || Instagram || Book a Discovery Call Get Connected with the Facebook Community Support the Podcast Leave a Review: Apple Podcasts/iTunes Subscribe: on Apple Podcasts * on Android

Gary Thomas is a writer-in-residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon, and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas. He is the author of twenty books including the highly popular Sacred Marriage, also Sacred Pathways, Cherish, Sacred Parenting, and the Gold Medallion Award-winning Authentic Faith.  Gary has a master's degree from Regent College, where he studied under Dr. J.I. Packer, and was awarded an honorary doctorate in divinity from Western Seminary. Gary has spoken in forty-nine states and ten different countries. He has appeared numerous times on various national radio and television programs, including CBN, Focus on the family. and Family Life Today.  To contact Gary or to get a copy of his new book (Making Your Marriage a Fortress), just go to his website: http://www.GaryThomas.com 

Top Ten from 2021: #3 Mutually Pleasing Sex in Marriage: An Interview with Gary Thomas   Your lips drop sweetness as the honeycomb, my bride; milk and honey are under your tongue. Song of Songs 4:11 (NIV)   Questions We Discuss: Will you tell me more about a few of your take aways from studying Song of Songs What wisdom can you offer to couples who are asking "is this ok?" Will you share ways to get the most out of involving all five senses in married sex?   Gary Thomas' writing and speaking focuses on bringing people closer to Christ and closer to others.   He is the author of 20 books that together have sold over two million copies and have been translated into more than a dozen languages. These books include When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People;  Sacred Marriage: What if God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy?, The Sacred Search: What If It's Not About Who You Marry, but Why?, and the Gold Medallion award winner Authentic Faith.   Gary holds a B.A. in English Literature from Western Washington University, an MA degree in systematic theology from Regent College (Vancouver, BC), and an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Western Seminary (Portland, OR).   He serves on the teaching team (and as Writer in Residence) at Second Baptist Church, Houston—a congregation with six campuses and 70,000 members—and is an adjunct faculty member at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas.   Gary's speaking ministry has led him to speak in 49 states and nine different countries, and on numerous national television and radio programs, including multiple appearances on Focus on the Family and Family Life Today. Gary's interviews on Focus on the Family have been chosen among the “Best of 2013,” “Best of 2014” and “Best of 2017.”   Gary enjoys running in his spare time and has completed 14 marathons, including the Boston Marathon three times. He and his wife Lisa have been married for 35 years and they have three adult children and the smartest, cutest, most adorable granddaughter on the planet.   Gary is active online through his website (www.garythomas.com), twitter (@garyLthomas) Facebook (www.facebook.com/authorgarythomas) and Instagram (garythomasbooks)   At The Savvy Sauce, we will only recommend resources we believe in! We also want you to be aware: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.    Married Sex   Thank You to Our Sponsor: WinShape Marriage   Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook or Instagram or Our Website   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)   Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

Top Ten from 2021: #5 Nine Ways to Connect with God with Gary Thomas   “So then, let us pursue [with enthusiasm] the things which make for peace and the building up of one another [things which lead to spiritual growth].” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭14:19‬ ‭(AMP‬‬)   Questions We Discuss: 1. Will you teach us what each of these nine spiritual temperaments are? 2. How can each of us identify our primary pathway? 3. What benefits come from identifying our own pathway and the pathway of others?   Gary Thomas' writing and speaking focuses on bringing people closer to Christ and closer to others.   He is the author of 20 books that together have sold over two million copies and have been translated into more than a dozen languages. These books include When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People;  Sacred Marriage: What if God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy?, The Sacred Search: What If It's Not About Who You Marry, but Why?, and the Gold Medallion award winner Authentic Faith.   Gary holds a B.A. in English Literature from Western Washington University, an MA degree in systematic theology from Regent College (Vancouver, BC), and an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Western Seminary (Portland, OR).   He serves on the teaching team (and as Writer in Residence) at Second Baptist Church, Houston—a congregation with six campuses and 70,000 members—and is an adjunct faculty member at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas.   Gary's speaking ministry has led him to speak in 49 states and nine different countries, and on numerous national television and radio programs, including multiple appearances on Focus on the Family and Family Life Today. Gary's interviews on Focus on the Family have been chosen among the “Best of 2013,” “Best of 2014” and “Best of 2017.”   Gary enjoys running in his spare time and has completed 14 marathons, including the Boston Marathon three times. He and his wife Lisa have been married for 35 years and they have three adult children and the smartest, cutest, most adorable granddaughter on the planet.   Gary is active online through his website (www.garythomas.com), twitter (@garyLthomas) Facebook (www.facebook.com/authorgarythomas) and Instagram (garythomasbooks)   At The Savvy Sauce, we will only recommend resources we believe in! We also want you to be aware: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.    Sacred Pathways: Nine Ways to Connect with God   Thank You to Our Sponsor: WinShape Marriage   Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook or Instagram or Our Website   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)   Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

On this week's episode of Melody and Friends, Melody travels to Texas to speak with best selling author and international speaker Gary Thomas to discuss something that can be very difficult for spouses, when to walk away. Gary talks about how as Christians, we often feel the guilt and responsibility of meeting the needs of unhealthy people in our lives. Gary says that instead of attempting the impossible task of mollifying toxic people, it's time we dedicate our energy to a more worthwhile effort: completing the work God has given us by investing in reliable people. He shares his experience on how to identify truly toxic people, how to deal with them in difficult situations, and the most important aspect for many, when and how to walk away from a toxic relationship. Our listeners can learn more about Gary Thomas, his books and more by visiting the links below: https://garythomas.com/ , and can check out When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People by clicking the link here:  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0310346762/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0310346762&linkCode=as2&tag=garythomas0e-20&linkId=4e994c710a924b11a90d60ab148d43e2 Who is Gary Thomas? Gary Thomas is a bestselling author and international speaker whose ministry brings people closer to Christ and closer to others. He unites the study of Scripture, church history, and the Christian classics to foster spiritual growth and deeper relationships within the Christian community.  Gary is the author of 20 books that together have sold over two million copies, have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and won numerous awards . His writings have established him as a thought-leader in the areas of marriage, parenting, and spiritual formation.  Gary holds a B.A. in English Literature from Western Washington University, an MA degree in systematic theology from Regent College (Vancouver, BC), and an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Western Seminary (Portland, OR). He has served on the teaching team at Second Baptist Church, Houston and as an adjunct faculty member at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston Texas. Things We Talk About in this Episode The difference between labeling and name calling and why labeling can be important for victims in relationships with toxic individuals. What truly defines a toxic person in a relationship and how their behavior will differ from the “normal” spouse or partner. How someone can actually experience a rebirth when they learn to remove themself from that toxic relationship and how to know “when to walk away.” How to decipher when someone is exhibiting toxic behavior versus being a toxic person and what to do when a spouse begins acting toxic towards their partner. How to deal with toxicity when it's overt, but also covert where the partner may look great to those looking outside the home, but inside they are continually abusive in passive aggressive ways. How to reveal to your wife that you are dealing with sexual addictions without creating greater trauma and chaos in her life by doing so.

Episode 185 - Married Life WIth Gary Thomas, Part 2 Episode sponsored by DiverseChurchJobs.com Marriage and Married Life is a journey. And...marriage is often on the job training. Insight, Help, Wisdom, and helpful Content will be a part of the tools that God can and will use to empower your marriage. We welcomed Gary Thomas, international speaker and author of more than twenty (20) books on marriage, married life, family, and spiritual formation. You can listen to Part 1 of the discussion here. Gary is the author of 20 books that together have sold over two million copies, have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and won numerous awards . His writings have established him as a thought-leader in the areas of marriage, parenting, and spiritual formation. Gary holds a B.A. in English Literature from Western Washington University, an MA degree in systematic theology from Regent College (Vancouver, BC), and an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Western Seminary (Portland, OR).  He has served on the teaching team at Second Baptist Church, Houston and as an adjunct faculty member at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston Texas. Gary's speaking ministry has led him to speak in 49 states and nine different countries, and on numerous national television and radio programs, including multiple appearances on Focus on the Family and Family Life Today. Gary's interviews on Focus on the Family have been chosen among the “Best of 2013,” “Best of 2014” and “Best of 2017.” Gary is a lifelong advocate of using the Christian classics to bring people closer to Christ. Gary enjoys running in his spare time and has completed 14 marathons, including the Boston Marathon three times. He and his wife Lisa have been married for 35 years and they have three adult children and the smartest, cutest, most adorable grandchildren on the planet. You can connect with Dr Gary Thomas here: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | If you need further assistance or have questions, feel free to email us at info@thewiseideapodcast.com ================== For Coaching, Questions, or Additional Information: You can contact us at info@thewiseideapodcast.com  - Subscribe via: iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, TuneIn, RSS Feed, and Spotify Enjoy what you're hearing & seeing? Do you mind Rating & Reviewing This Podcast? Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. Your feedback also lets me know how I can better serve you. If you have the desire to donate financially to The Wise Idea Podcast, you can do so here. A donation of any amount will be helpful in allowing us to creating the movement to INSPIRE WISDOM. DONATE HERE!                                                            About Our Host: Christopher J. Harris, a native of Palatka, Fla., is currently Executive Pastor of Crossover Church of Tampa, Fla. He is also the Director of Administration & Vision Implementation working collaboratively with the Presiding Bishop's Office and Administration for Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International. He's served at ministries in Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Chicago,IL. He's an author and blogger with two books, Temporary Assignments and Church Strategies and Ministry Systems. He's an alumnus of Florida State University, University of South Carolina, special studies at Princeton Theological Seminary and doctoral work at Nova Southeastern University. He is the Founder / CEO of DiverseChurchJobs.com, a platform helping people of color in ministry to find ministry opportunities. Harris currently resides in Florida with his wife Dr Carmen J Harris and their children. You can check him out here: www.ChristopherJHarris.com You can see his Social media here on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Periscope, and LinkedIn ALL at @CJHarrisOne Here are Christopher's Theological Beliefs: http://christopherjharr...

This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm chatting with author Gary Thomas about his book Married Sex: A Christian Couple's Guide to Reimagining Your Love Life. Gary is a writer in residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon, and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas. He is the author of 20 books, including When to Walk Away, Sacred Pathways, Cherish, and Sacred Marriage (over one million copies sold). He has a master's degree from Regent College and was awarded an honorary doctorate in divinity from Western Seminary. Gary has spoken in 49 states and 10 different countries. Key Points from Our Conversation: Healthy sex should include 3 main components - it should be mutually pleasurable, affirm the relationship, and honor God. “It's very different when you use sex to cherish your spouse rather than using your spouse to cherish sex.” The first toward redirecting unhealthy sex is to find out what's not working. It may be theological, relational, physical, or creative. The Bible celebrates the sexual relationship between husband and wife in Song of Songs. It's a gift from God that provides pleasure, creates life, and bonds us relationally. For sex to thrive it has to be mutually pleasurable. There is nothing sinful or selfish about wanting to experience pleasure - God designed your body for it. Common "sexpecations" - Because you love each other sex will be amazing. You'll always desire your spouse sexually. Sex will always be easy. Sex is primarily for men. All five senses create their own sense of sexual pleasure. By being intentional about these areas, you can create a different kind of sexual experience. Let's Get Real Practical: There are only two practical steps for you to follow this week - buy Married Sex then read and discuss it with your spouse. Resources Mentioned: Debra Fileta Episode Sponsor: How to Communicate Effectively with Your Spouse or Loved Ones – a one-page document with 6 easy steps to communicate your thoughts and feelings you can use in any tough conversation. Connect with Gary: website | Instagram | Facebook Connect with Rachael: website | Instagram | Facebook

Episode 185 - Married Life WIth Gary Thomas, Part 1 Episode sponsored by DiverseChurchJobs.com Marriage and Married Life is a journey. And...marriage is often on the job training. Insight, Help, Wisdom, and helpful Content will be a part of the tools that God can and will use to empower your marriage. We welcomed Gary Thomas, international speaker and author of more than twenty (20) books on marriage, married life, family, and spiritual formation. Gary is the author of 20 books that together have sold over two million copies, have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and won numerous awards . His writings have established him as a thought-leader in the areas of marriage, parenting, and spiritual formation. Gary holds a B.A. in English Literature from Western Washington University, an MA degree in systematic theology from Regent College (Vancouver, BC), and an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Western Seminary (Portland, OR).  He has served on the teaching team at Second Baptist Church, Houston and as an adjunct faculty member at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston Texas. Gary's speaking ministry has led him to speak in 49 states and nine different countries, and on numerous national television and radio programs, including multiple appearances on Focus on the Family and Family Life Today. Gary's interviews on Focus on the Family have been chosen among the “Best of 2013,” “Best of 2014” and “Best of 2017.” Gary is a lifelong advocate of using the Christian classics to bring people closer to Christ. Gary enjoys running in his spare time and has completed 14 marathons, including the Boston Marathon three times. He and his wife Lisa have been married for 35 years and they have three adult children and the smartest, cutest, most adorable grandchildren on the planet. You can connect with Dr Gary Thomas here: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | If you need further assistance or have questions, feel free to email us at info@thewiseideapodcast.com ================== For Coaching, Questions, or Additional Information: You can contact us at info@thewiseideapodcast.com  - Subscribe via: iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, TuneIn, RSS Feed, and Spotify Enjoy what you're hearing & seeing? Do you mind Rating & Reviewing This Podcast? Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. Your feedback also lets me know how I can better serve you. If you have the desire to donate financially to The Wise Idea Podcast, you can do so here. A donation of any amount will be helpful in allowing us to creating the movement to INSPIRE WISDOM. DONATE HERE!                                                            About Our Host: Christopher J. Harris, a native of Palatka, Fla., is currently Executive Pastor of Crossover Church of Tampa, Fla. He is also the Director of Administration & Vision Implementation working collaboratively with the Presiding Bishop's Office and Administration for Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International. He's served at ministries in Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Chicago,IL. He's an author and blogger with two books, Temporary Assignments and Church Strategies and Ministry Systems. He's an alumnus of Florida State University, University of South Carolina, special studies at Princeton Theological Seminary and doctoral work at Nova Southeastern University. He is the Founder / CEO of DiverseChurchJobs.com, a platform helping people of color in ministry to find ministry opportunities. Harris currently resides in Florida with his wife Dr Carmen J Harris and their children. You can check him out here: www.ChristopherJHarris.com You can see his Social media here on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Periscope, and LinkedIn ALL at @CJHarrisOne Here are Christopher's Theological Beliefs: http://christopherjharris.com/what-i-believe/ Thank You's:

Mutually Pleasing Sex in Marriage with Gary Thomas   *This episode contains adult themes and is not intended for young ears*   Your lips drop sweetness as the honeycomb, my bride; milk and honey are under your tongue. Song of Songs 4:11 (NIV)   Questions We Discuss: Will you tell me more about a few of your take aways from studying Song of Songs What wisdom can you offer to couples who are asking "is this ok?" Will you share ways to get the most out of involving all five senses in married sex?   Gary Thomas' writing and speaking focuses on bringing people closer to Christ and closer to others.   He is the author of 20 books that together have sold over two million copies and have been translated into more than a dozen languages. These books include When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People;  Sacred Marriage: What if God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy?, The Sacred Search: What If It's Not About Who You Marry, but Why?, and the Gold Medallion award winner Authentic Faith.   Gary holds a B.A. in English Literature from Western Washington University, an MA degree in systematic theology from Regent College (Vancouver, BC), and an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Western Seminary (Portland, OR).   He serves on the teaching team (and as Writer in Residence) at Second Baptist Church, Houston—a congregation with six campuses and 70,000 members—and is an adjunct faculty member at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas.   Gary's speaking ministry has led him to speak in 49 states and nine different countries, and on numerous national television and radio programs, including multiple appearances on Focus on the Family and Family Life Today. Gary's interviews on Focus on the Family have been chosen among the “Best of 2013,” “Best of 2014” and “Best of 2017.”   Gary enjoys running in his spare time and has completed 14 marathons, including the Boston Marathon three times. He and his wife Lisa have been married for 35 years and they have three adult children and the smartest, cutest, most adorable granddaughter on the planet.   Gary is active online through his website (www.garythomas.com), twitter (@garyLthomas) Facebook (www.facebook.com/authorgarythomas) and Instagram (garythomasbooks)   At The Savvy Sauce, we will only recommend resources we believe in! We also want you to be aware: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.    Married Sex   Thank You to Our Sponsor: Midwest Food Bank   Have you ordered your 2022 Powersheets Intentional Goal Planner yet? We highly recommend it!   Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook or Instagram or Our Website   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)   Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

The Mattsons invited Debra Fileta and Gary Thomas to talk about their new book, Married Sex: A Christian Couple's Guide To Reclaiming Your Love Life.   For far too long, the church has remained silent on the topic of married sex. That's why we are doing a very short, but important series on sex in marriage. The importance of saving sex for marriage is  famously preached, but what about savoring sex after marriage? What happens when people who have been taught that their sexual desires are bad get married and want to instantly awaken their sex life? What happens when the church fails to promote the enjoyment of God's greatest physical gift to humanity? At best: mediocre sex. At worst: no sex. What happens when our expectations meet reality and we have to work at a our sex life.   Debra Fileta is a licensed professional counselor, national speaker, relationship expert, and author of True Love Dates, Choosing Marriage, Love in Every Season, as well as Are You Really OK? She's also the host of the hotline style Love + Relationships Podcast. Her popular relationship advice blog, TrueLoveDates.com, reaches millions of people with the message that healthy people make healthy relationships.   Gary Thomas is a writer in residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon, and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas. He is the author of 20 books, including When to Walk Away, Sacred Pathways, Cherish, and Sacred Marriage (over one million copies sold). He has a master's degree from Regent College and was awarded an honorary doctorate in divinity from Western Seminary. Gary has spoken in 49 states and 10 different countries.     Find Debra online: Facebook or Instagram @DebraFileta   Find Gary online: Garythomas.com Facebook @AuthorGaryThomas Twitter @garyLthomas Instagram @garythomasbooks   We love our listeners and our audience continues to grow. Welcome to our community! Join our monthly newsletters or subscribe to our weekly podcasts at livingwholehearted.com where you can learn more about how we are helping leaders like you, live and lead with integrity in the home, work and community. You can also follow us @living_wholehearted and @terramattson on Instagram or jeffterramattson and wearelivingwholehearted on Facebook.

Debra Fileta is a licensed professional counselor, national speaker, relationship expert, and author of True Love Dates, Choosing Marriage, Love in Every Season, as well as Are You Really OK? She's also the host of the hotline-style Love + Relationships Podcast. Her popular relationship advice blog, TrueLoveDates.com, reaches millions of people with the message that healthy people make healthy relationships. Connect with her on Facebook or InstagramGary Thomas is a writer in residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon, and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas. He is the author of 20 books, including When to Walk Away, Sacred Pathways, Cherish, and Sacred Marriage (over one million copies sold). He has a master's degree from Regent College and was awarded an honorary doctorate in divinity from Western Seminary. Gary has spoken in 49 states and 10 different countries.Married Sex Book Buy it Here: 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.

Nine Ways to Connect with God with Gary Thomas   “So then, let us pursue [with enthusiasm] the things which make for peace and the building up of one another [things which lead to spiritual growth].” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭14:19‬ ‭(AMP‬‬)   Questions We Discuss: 1. Will you teach us what each of these nine spiritual temperaments are? 2. How can each of us identify our primary pathway? 3. What benefits come from identifying our own pathway and the pathway of others?   Gary Thomas' writing and speaking focuses on bringing people closer to Christ and closer to others.   He is the author of 20 books that together have sold over two million copies and have been translated into more than a dozen languages. These books include When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People;  Sacred Marriage: What if God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy?, The Sacred Search: What If It's Not About Who You Marry, but Why?, and the Gold Medallion award winner Authentic Faith.   Gary holds a B.A. in English Literature from Western Washington University, an MA degree in systematic theology from Regent College (Vancouver, BC), and an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Western Seminary (Portland, OR).   He serves on the teaching team (and as Writer in Residence) at Second Baptist Church, Houston—a congregation with six campuses and 70,000 members—and is an adjunct faculty member at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas.   Gary's speaking ministry has led him to speak in 49 states and nine different countries, and on numerous national television and radio programs, including multiple appearances on Focus on the Family and Family Life Today. Gary's interviews on Focus on the Family have been chosen among the “Best of 2013,” “Best of 2014” and “Best of 2017.”   Gary enjoys running in his spare time and has completed 14 marathons, including the Boston Marathon three times. He and his wife Lisa have been married for 35 years and they have three adult children and the smartest, cutest, most adorable granddaughter on the planet.   Gary is active online through his website (www.garythomas.com), twitter (@garyLthomas) Facebook (www.facebook.com/authorgarythomas) and Instagram (@garythomasbooks)   At The Savvy Sauce, we will only recommend resources we believe in! We also want you to be aware: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.    Sacred Pathways: Nine Ways to Connect with God   Thank You to Our Sponsor: WinShape Marriage   Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook or Instagram or Our Website   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)   Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

Our guest today is author and speaker Gary Thomas. Gary's writing and speaking focuses on bringing people closer to Christ and closer to others.   He is the author of 20 books that together have sold over two million copies and have been translated into more than a dozen languages.He serves on the teaching team (and as Writer in Residence) at Second Baptist Church, Houston—a congregation with six campuses and 70,000 members—and is an adjunct faculty member at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas. Gary enjoys running in his spare time and has completed 14 marathons, including the Boston Marathon three times. He and his wife Lisa have been married for 35 years and they have three adult children.Gary Thomas Website Chasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Website

Gary Thomas is a writer in residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon, and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas. He is the author of nineteen books, including When to Walk Away, Sacred Pathways, Cherish, and Sacred Marriage—over one million copies sold. He has a master's degree from Regent College and was awarded an honorary doctorate in divinity from Western Seminary. Gary has spoken in forty-nine states and ten different countries. We chatted about: 9 Essential Conversations before You Say I Do: topics that many/most couples avoid? Why? Why is it so important? One major thing he thinks people get "wrong" about dating Most single people are plagued with the question "whom will I marry?" and how we should be asking an all together different question: WHY do I want to get married? Practical ways to make the shift from selfishly seeking our own happiness to seeking the holiness of our spouse Encouragement for someone who feels their marriage is on autopilot or they are in a dry season

On episode thirteen, I have a conversation with Dr. Ben C. Blackwell about the subject of his excellent book, "Engaging Theology: A Biblical, Historical, and Practical Introduction" (https://amzn.to/3o5O5jc). We also talked about his time as a research assistant for N. T. Wright while he was in England and much more! About Ben: Ben is an associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University and director of Houston Theological Seminary. He earned his PhD at Durham University and is a part of a Vineyard church in Stafford, TX. Ben's Work: "Christosis: Engaging Paul's Soteriology with His Patristic Interpreters" (https://amzn.to/3o593i6)  "Paul and the Apocalyptic Imagination" (https://amzn.to/39Ow1Fg) "Engaging Theology: A Biblical, Historical, and Practical Introduction" (https://amzn.to/392nnnn) "Reading Mark in Context: Jesus and Second Temple Judaism" (https://amzn.to/39NvOSO) "Reading Revelation in Context: John's Apocalypse and Second Temple Judaism" (https://amzn.to/391AcOF) "Reading Romans in Context: Paul and Second Temple Judaism" (https://amzn.to/2LT7iYe)

Dr. Ben Blackwell is a professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. He is also the director of Houston Theological Seminary. He is the co-author of "Engaging Theology: A Biblical, Historical, and Practical Introduction." To hear more from Eric, head over to www.ericroseberry.com. "Soul Shaker" is performed by Reaktor Productions.

Gary Thomas is a bestselling author and international speaker whose ministry aims to draw people closer to Christ and to others. He uses the study of Scripture, church history, and the Christian classics to foster spiritual growth and deeper relationships within the Christian community. Gary is the author of several books, including When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People, that have established him as a thought-leader in the areas of marriage, parenting, and spiritual formation. He also serves on the teaching team (and Writer in Residence) at Second Baptist Church, Houston, and is an adjunct faculty member at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon, and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston Texas. Gary's writing and speaking ministry has led him across the globe, with broadcasts on national television and radio programs, including multiple appearances on Focus on the Family and Family Life Today. In this episode, we chat about developing spiritual defenses and guarding your calling. How do we make the most of our lives, and using the example of Jesus to feel free to walk away from toxic relationships? How do we make the most of our time to move us forward in our God-given Kingdom mission? We dive into Scripture to see what Jesus had to say about just this. Listen, share, repeat!Connect with Gary Instagram YouTube Facebook Twitter Closer to Christ Blog Closer to Others Blog ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with us at TWU Student MinistriesFollow us on Instagram 

Gary Thomas is a writer in residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas. He is the author of 19 books, including Sacred Marriage (Over 1 MILLION copies sold!), Sacred Pathways, Cherish, Sacred Parenting, and the Gold Medallion Award-winning Authentic Faith. He has a master's degree from Regent College, where he studied under Dr. J.I. Packer and was awarded an honorary doctorate in divinity from Western Seminary. Gary has spoken in 49 states and 10 different countries. He has appeared numerous times on various national radio and television programs, including CBN, Focus on the Family and Family Life Today. ... Get exclusive access to even more inspiring and helpful content by becoming a patron! Find us on Patreon at patreon.com/thecollectedpodcast. To learn more about Collected Workshops email hello@collectedworkshops.com. Collected workshops are centered on worship, restorative creativity, and designated time for reflection, evaluation, and setting intentions. We provide a safe environment for practicing low-stakes creative risk-taking that will spur participants on to have the grit and courage to embrace their gifting and step further into their calling. For access to all episodes and show notes, please visit thecollectedpodcast.com. Follow us on Instagram! Tia @TiaMcNellyNotes- Blogging about digging for the divine in the everyday. Are you longing to hear from God? Visit tiamcnelly.com for Five Ways God Speaks in Everyday Life Jes @sprezzafoundry- Use code ‘podcast' for 10% off your order of hand lettered art at sprezzafoundry.etsy.com Mikala @thecreativespaceNC Collected @collectedworkshops This episode of The Collected Podcast was recorded and edited by Jacob Early.

Professor Craig Evans, John Bisagno Distinguished Professor of Christian Origins at Houston Theological Seminary and a New Testament scholar, discuss Biblical archaeology and how it helps Christians to understand the meaning behind Biblical text. He also speaks about the James ossuary. Listen to part 2 here.