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For this episode, we interview Dr. Mitch Chase. Mitch Chase is the preaching pastor at Kosmosdale Baptist Church and an associate professor of biblical studies at SBTS in Louisville, Kentucky. He's the author of Short of Glory and Hope for All the Earth. He is married to Stacie, and they have four boys. You can follow him on Twitter and at his Substack, called “Biblical Theology.”Timestamps:2:10 - Introduction3:36 - What were your initial impressions of the Bible?7:48 - What resources helped you better understand the Bible?10:10 - What does biblical theology mean?15:49 - What's the difference between systematic theology and biblical theology?17:03 - How do I begin to see the interconnections in the Bible?30:42 - If Scripture is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, why should I bother with the Old Testament?34:37 - How would you answer the objection, “The New Testament authors forced their ‘Jesus interpretation' onto the Old Testament”?41:49 - What does studying the Bible look like for you now?45:40 - Where can people go to learn more from you?47:52 - Being from Texas, where's the best BBQ in Louisville?Dr. Chase's Books + Resources“Biblical Theology” on Substack40 Questions About Typology and AllegoryResurrection Hope and the Death of Death (Short Studies in Biblical Theology)Short of Glory: A Biblical and Theological Exploration of the FallHope for All the Earth: Understanding the story of the Old TestamentESV Expository Commentary: Daniel–Malachi (Volume 7)The Gospel is for Christians: Second EditionBehold Our Sovereign GodMIDTOWN RESOURCESCheck out MidtownBiblicalLiteracy.com for videos, book recommendations, and Bible reading plans“The Hebrew vs the Christian ordering of the Old Testament"How-to Study the Bible handoutHow to Study Historical Narrative handoutHow to Study Wisdom Literature handoutHow to Study the Prophets handoutHow to Study the Psalms handoutHow to Study the Gospels handoutHow to Study the New Testament in light of the Old Testament handoutOTHER RESOURCES MENTIONEDESV Reader's Bible - The format is great for reading the Bible in larger chunks!The Action Bible by Sergio Cariello Evidence that Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World by Josh McDowell and Sean McDowellPhilosophical Foundations for a Christian Worldview by J.P. Moreland and William Lane CraigMere Christianity by C.S. LewisSERMONSGhosts and Ancestors sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchRuth sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchWisdom sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchHow Long O LORD series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchThe Psalms series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch The Gospels series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchHebrews series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchTEXT-IN QUESTIONSThroughout the year, we want to know the concepts and passages you wrestle with. We'll answer some of these questions in podcast episodes throughout the year.To submit your topic or question, text either "DOWNTOWN", “LEXINGTON”, OR “TWO NOTCH” followed by your topic to 855-855-0655.Music by Levvy and Midtown MusicFind out more at Weird Tower Collective

For this episode, we interview Dr. Mitch Chase. Mitch Chase is the preaching pastor at Kosmosdale Baptist Church and an associate professor of biblical studies at SBTS in Louisville, Kentucky. He's the author of Short of Glory and Hope for All the Earth. He is married to Stacie, and they have four boys. You can follow him on Twitter and at his Substack, called “Biblical Theology.”Timestamps:2:10 - Introduction3:36 - What were your initial impressions of the Bible?7:48 - What resources helped you better understand the Bible?10:10 - What does biblical theology mean?15:49 - What's the difference between systematic theology and biblical theology?17:03 - How do I begin to see the interconnections in the Bible?30:42 - If Scripture is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, why should I bother with the Old Testament?34:37 - How would you answer the objection, “The New Testament authors forced their ‘Jesus interpretation' onto the Old Testament”?41:49 - What does studying the Bible look like for you now?45:40 - Where can people go to learn more from you?47:52 - Being from Texas, where's the best BBQ in Louisville?Dr. Chase's Books + Resources“Biblical Theology” on Substack40 Questions About Typology and AllegoryResurrection Hope and the Death of Death (Short Studies in Biblical Theology)Short of Glory: A Biblical and Theological Exploration of the FallHope for All the Earth: Understanding the story of the Old TestamentESV Expository Commentary: Daniel–Malachi (Volume 7)The Gospel is for Christians: Second EditionBehold Our Sovereign GodMIDTOWN RESOURCESCheck out MidtownBiblicalLiteracy.com for videos, book recommendations, and Bible reading plans“The Hebrew vs the Christian ordering of the Old Testament"How-to Study the Bible handoutHow to Study Historical Narrative handoutHow to Study Wisdom Literature handoutHow to Study the Prophets handoutHow to Study the Psalms handoutHow to Study the Gospels handoutHow to Study the New Testament in light of the Old Testament handoutOTHER RESOURCES MENTIONEDESV Reader's Bible - The format is great for reading the Bible in larger chunks!The Action Bible by Sergio Cariello Evidence that Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World by Josh McDowell and Sean McDowellPhilosophical Foundations for a Christian Worldview by J.P. Moreland and William Lane CraigMere Christianity by C.S. LewisSERMONSGhosts and Ancestors sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchRuth sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchWisdom sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchHow Long O LORD series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchThe Psalms series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch The Gospels series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchHebrews series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchTEXT-IN QUESTIONSThroughout the year, we want to know the concepts and passages you wrestle with. We'll answer some of these questions in podcast episodes throughout the year.To submit your topic or question, text either "DOWNTOWN", “LEXINGTON”, OR “TWO NOTCH” followed by your topic to 855-855-0655.Music by Levvy and Midtown MusicFind out more at Weird Tower Collective

For this episode, we interview Dr. Mitch Chase. Mitch Chase is the preaching pastor at Kosmosdale Baptist Church and an associate professor of biblical studies at SBTS in Louisville, Kentucky. He's the author of Short of Glory and Hope for All the Earth. He is married to Stacie, and they have four boys. You can follow him on Twitter and at his Substack, called “Biblical Theology.”Timestamps:2:10 - Introduction3:36 - What were your initial impressions of the Bible?7:48 - What resources helped you better understand the Bible?10:10 - What does biblical theology mean?15:49 - What's the difference between systematic theology and biblical theology?17:03 - How do I begin to see the interconnections in the Bible?30:42 - If Scripture is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, why should I bother with the Old Testament?34:37 - How would you answer the objection, “The New Testament authors forced their ‘Jesus interpretation' onto the Old Testament”?41:49 - What does studying the Bible look like for you now?45:40 - Where can people go to learn more from you?47:52 - Being from Texas, where's the best BBQ in Louisville?Dr. Chase's Books + Resources“Biblical Theology” on Substack40 Questions About Typology and AllegoryResurrection Hope and the Death of Death (Short Studies in Biblical Theology)Short of Glory: A Biblical and Theological Exploration of the FallHope for All the Earth: Understanding the story of the Old TestamentESV Expository Commentary: Daniel–Malachi (Volume 7)The Gospel is for Christians: Second EditionBehold Our Sovereign GodMIDTOWN RESOURCESCheck out MidtownBiblicalLiteracy.com for videos, book recommendations, and Bible reading plans“The Hebrew vs the Christian ordering of the Old Testament"How-to Study the Bible handoutHow to Study Historical Narrative handoutHow to Study Wisdom Literature handoutHow to Study the Prophets handoutHow to Study the Psalms handoutHow to Study the Gospels handoutHow to Study the New Testament in light of the Old Testament handoutOTHER RESOURCES MENTIONEDESV Reader's Bible - The format is great for reading the Bible in larger chunks!The Action Bible by Sergio Cariello Evidence that Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World by Josh McDowell and Sean McDowellPhilosophical Foundations for a Christian Worldview by J.P. Moreland and William Lane CraigMere Christianity by C.S. LewisSERMONSGhosts and Ancestors sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchRuth sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchWisdom sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchHow Long O LORD series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchThe Psalms series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch The Gospels series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchHebrews series - Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchTEXT-IN QUESTIONSThroughout the year, we want to know the concepts and passages you wrestle with. We'll answer some of these questions in podcast episodes throughout the year.To submit your topic or question, text either "DOWNTOWN", “LEXINGTON”, OR “TWO NOTCH” followed by your topic to 855-855-0655.Music by Levvy and Midtown MusicFind out more at Weird Tower Collective

Speaker: Pastor Richard Hong “Share Christ, Make Disciples: To a Skeptical World” John 1:43-51 www.risenhayward.com

Jared and Bobby Napiltonia discuss the current SaaS go-to-market landscape, covering the future of subscriptions, AI in pricing and customer support, and evolving channel dynamics. They highlight AI's impact on industries, the rise of robotics, and the changing review site landscape. Emphasis is placed on adaptation, partnerships, niche markets, vertical SaaS, off-balance sheet resources, system integrators, second-party data, and market-based thinking. Understanding customer industries and building partnerships with conviction and perseverance are key themes.Takeaways:The SaaS go-to-market landscape is undergoing significant changes, and businesses need to adapt to stay competitive.The future of subscriptions is uncertain, and outcome-based pricing may become more prevalent.AI has the potential to revolutionize pricing and customer support, but it needs to be applied strategically and with a focus on customer success.The channel will play a crucial role in the future of go-to-market strategies, and businesses should consider regional expertise and trusted partners.Industries like manufacturing and welding are being disrupted by AI and robotics, leading to changes in labor markets and job requirements.Review sites are losing credibility, and businesses should focus on building trust and leveraging word-of-mouth recommendations. Partnerships and ecosystems play a crucial role in the SaaS industry, enabling companies to reach niche markets and provide specialized solutions.Vertical SaaS is gaining popularity as businesses seek industry-specific solutions that cater to their unique processes and requirements.Off-balance sheet resources, such as partnerships, can provide cost-effective solutions and expertise that companies may not have in-house.Understanding the customer's industry and challenges is essential for effective selling and building successful partnerships.Conviction and perseverance are key in building partnerships and driving success in the SaaS industry.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Revisiting the Past03:25 The Uncertain Future of Subscriptions06:26 AI's Impact on Pricing and Customer Support09:12 The Role of the Channel in Go-to-Market Strategies11:18 Disruption and Opportunities in Manufacturing and Robotics14:34 The Decline of Review Sites and the Importance of Trust21:32 The Changing Landscape of System Integrators23:41 The Value of Second-Party Data in a Cookieless World26:05 Understanding the Customer's Industry and Challenges31:08 Building Partnerships with Conviction and Perseverance

We are the church and Jesus is looking for willing vessels to boldly go into the world to share His love. Will you say yes? In this week's message, Pastor Mike O'Connell teaches from Mark 16 and gives us biblical wisdom to help us navigate Inviting a Skeptical World to Follow Jesus.

We are "de-Cathinated" (but definitely not decaffeinated) for this BONUS episode.  Ben is joined by three of his pastor friends (Adam Poe, Phil Bange, and Justin Monfort), all from local churches of different Protestant denominations, to discuss this episode's title question.  While we will be without the Catholic Chadder, these dynamic men are poised to deliver some absolutely great insights.   In true Man Talk fashion, there's a four-way free-flowing discussion throughout; as the conversation draws down, each co-host gives their final weigh-in.  The four co-hosts discuss how to effectively minister in our homes and in society, and how to reach our youth for Christ and the role technology plays in that effort.  Then it's off to new and exciting things for Ben and Chad!  Thanks again for listening and supporting us! Of course, you can always find out what Ben is up to at:   Home - Ben NeffRecommendations from our Co-hosts:The Gospel comes with a House Key by Rosiario ButterfieldJoining Jesus on His Mission by Greg FinkeQuestioning Evangelism by Randy NewmanEvangelism in a Skeptical World by Sam Chan

Mark 12:18-27Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday April 28, 2024 

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DeAndre LathamMatthew 5:13-14Worship through the Ministry of Teaching the Word!Need Prayer or Want to Give your Life to Christ?email: prayer.request@strivinghome.org. We will pray with you or for you!Get Involved: www.strivinghome.org

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Let's talk about four critical areas of evidence for the reliability of the Bible. We'll explore the wealth of evidence supporting the trustworthiness of Scripture, from thousands of biblical manuscripts and archaeological findings to the faithful preservation of original writings and the timely composition of the New Testament. 1 | Manuscript Evidence: Discover how the 6,000 New Testament manuscripts, far surpassing any other ancient document, provide a solid foundation for comparing and verifying the accuracy of Scripture. 2 | Archaeological Corroboration: Learn about the numerous archaeological discoveries that align with biblical accounts, further solidifying the historical validity of the Scriptures. 3 | Preservation of Original Texts: Understand the significance of the Dead Sea Scrolls and other ancient manuscripts in demonstrating the meticulous care scribes took in preserving the Bible's content over centuries. 4 | Historical Timing of New Testament Writings: Gain insight into how the proximity of New Testament writings to the actual events they describe adds an additional layer of credibility. For more resources on this topic, I recommend the following books: • Why I Trust the Bible by Bill Mounce https://amzn.to/2WpA0Wc • Evidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World by Josh and Sean McDowell https://amzn.to/2VSKxYc • The Historical Reliability of the New Testament: Countering the Challenges to Evangelical Christian Beliefs by Craig Blomberg https://amzn.to/2HuyKGZ • How We Got the Bible by Neil Gordon Lightfoot Get the newsletter at ReasonableTheology.org/Subscribe. The weekly email includes:the latest article or podcast episodea helpful theological definitiona painting depicting a scene from Scripture or church historya musical selection to enrich your daythe best book deal I've found that week to build your library.Support the showGET THE NEWSLETTEREach edition of the Reasonable Theology newsletter contains my latest article or podcast episode PLUS: A Theological Word or Phrase Explained Quickly and Clearly A Painting Depicting a Scene from Scripture or Church History Audio of a Hymn or other Musical Selection to Enjoy A Recommended Book or Resource to Expand Your Library SUBSCRIBE HERE

In this episode, Tudor discusses the recent antisemitic incidents and the perceived media bias towards them. She criticizes the media for downplaying these incidents and compares it to the extensive coverage of the George Floyd case. Dixon shares her personal faith journey and the importance of prayer in her life. She also discusses the challenges of expressing faith in a society that sometimes views it negatively. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tudor discusses the recent antisemitic incidents and the perceived media bias towards them. She criticizes the media for downplaying these incidents and compares it to the extensive coverage of the George Floyd case. Dixon shares her personal faith journey and the importance of prayer in her life. She also discusses the challenges of expressing faith in a society that sometimes views it negatively. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tudor discusses the recent antisemitic incidents and the perceived media bias towards them. She criticizes the media for downplaying these incidents and compares it to the extensive coverage of the George Floyd case. Dixon shares her personal faith journey and the importance of prayer in her life. She also discusses the challenges of expressing faith in a society that sometimes views it negatively. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Date: November 5Series: We Love HollandTeacher: Patty Jonescentralholland.org

In this episode, Zoey shares her story and intuitive journey in a new way through being interviewed by her friend Nicole Denison. Zoey and Nicole discuss Zoey's vivid childhood memories and how she began to understand her gifts, what it feels like to be surrounded by angelic energy, leaning into new creative endeavors, the importance of remaining curious as an evolving human, and so much more. Connect with Nicole: http://nicolemichellecreative.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@laluna.productions https://www.instagram.com/laluna.productions/ Connect with Zoey: Schedule a 1:1 channeled reading with Zoey Order your personal aura reading www.merhipsy.com www.instagram.com/the_merhipsy www.tiktok.com/@the_merhipsy  

Seventh in T.K. Anderson's series "Freedom: Living Above Your Circumstance: Wisdom From Paul's Prison Letters"

Glen Scrivener and Nate Morgan Locke speak to Sam Chan about personal evangelism and his book 'How to Talk about Jesus (Without Being That Guy): Personal Evangelism in a Skeptical World'. This was recorded at our House Party on 4th May 2023.Come along to our next House Party: https://speaklife.org.uk/houseparty/Subscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There's bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/giveContact the show: info@speaklife.org.ukSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukAre you a creative Christian? Would you like to join us for a day, a week or 10 months? Find out more here:speaklife.org.uk/foundrySocial Mediafacebook.com/speakLifeuktwitter.com/speaklifeukinstagram.com/speaklifeuktiktok.com/@speaklifeukSupport the show

Have you ever heard someone say something like, "Well, I'd like to believe in Jesus, but I just need more proof"? What is it about us as humans that attracts us to skepticism? Does God still do the miraculous, and would we take notice if He did? Sometimes we choose to not believe because of what it would cost if we believed it.

How do we live as salt and light in a world that is growing increasingly skeptical toward all things of the Christian faith? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Jonathan Murphy, department chair of pastoral ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary. Jonathan is also a teaching pastor and the author of Authentic Influencer. Together, Jonathan and Jason explore ways to overcome some of the challenges that society presents to us in ministry. They also look at how a specific biblical character models a way to release ourselves and our people to live as salt and light in our world.Dig deeper into this conversation: Find the free Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide, all resource links, and more at http://PastorServe.org/networkSome key takeaways from this conversation:Jonathan Murphy on encouraging our people to be salt and light in their relational spheres: "We need to help mobilize the church, to see… they have the freedom to figure out how to serve the Lord Jesus Christ in the little sphere of life that they have been placed”Jonathan Murphy on the value God places on ministering relationally: “God's primary tool of shaping other people's lives is people who step up, it's through meaningful relationships”Jonathan Murphy on the example of Barnabas for ministry leaders: “Barnabas models for us, as pastors and ministry leaders, how to be able to live in a hostile society”-------Looking to dig more deeply into this topic and conversation? FrontStage BackStage is much more than another church leadership show, it is a complete resource to help you and your ministry leaders grow. Every week we go the extra mile and create a free toolkit so you and your ministry team can dive deeper into the topic that is discussed.Visit http://PastorServe.org/network to find the entire Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide (Our team pulls key insights and quotes from every conversation with our amazing guests. We also create engaging questions for you and your team to consider and process, providing space for you to reflect on how that episode's topic relates to your unique church context. Use these questions in your regular staff meetings, or other settings, to guide your conversation as you invest in the growth of your Looking to dig more deeply into this topic and conversation? FrontStage BackStage is much more than another church leadership show, it is a complete resource to help you and your ministry leaders grow. Every week we go the extra mile and create a free toolkit so you and your ministry team can dive deeper into the topic that is discussed.Visit http://PastorServe.org/network to find the Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide. Our team pulls key insights and quotes from every conversation with our guests. We also create engaging questions for you and your team to consider and process, providing space for you to reflect on how each episode's topic relates to your unique church context. Use these questions in your staff meetings, or other settings, to guide your conversation as you invest in the growth of your ministry leaders. Love well, live well, & lead well Complimentary Coaching Session for Pastors http://PastorServe.org/freesession Follow PastorServe LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | FacebookConnect with Jason Daye LinkedIn | Instagram...

We need all the encouragement we can get in evangelism, especially in our world today that sees Christians as the “bad guys.” Sam Chan helps us a ton. Recommended Resources: How to Talk about Jesus (Without Being That Guy): Personal Evangelism in a Skeptical World by Sam Chan. Use the Bible to introduce your friends in Jesus. Discover how you can open the Bible with someone and allow them to meet Jesus for themselves. Explore tools to help you live your faith and share Jesus at work through the City Bible Forum.

See our merch - TrueStrengthApparel.com Our bible of choice is the Berean Standard Bible - Bereanbibles.com — How can a Christian deal with Doubt? By the OneMinuteApologist - https://youtu.be/gY0DXkXhUE4 God in the Dark book by OS Guiness- God in the Dark: The Assurance of Faith Beyond a Shadow of Doubt https://a.co/d/6tpP5ej Evidence that Demands a Verdict by Josh Mcdowell - Evidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World https://a.co/d/4qXFTAG — Learn more about the Berean Study Bible translation from my interview with the head coordinator of the translation, Dr. Gary Hill - https://youtu.be/eDWcgq2EISI

What is the Marxist theory of class? Did Marx have a mature class theory in Capital or is Marx's theory of class unfinished and ultimately unclear? Many scholars contend that Marx does not have a clear class theory. But too often Marxists do not offer any alternative to the theory of class, so Marxism ends up with very little to say about class. Our guest in this episode, Raju Das, disagrees with many contemporary Marxists who tend to sideline Marx's theory of class. In this conversation, we learn that Marx does have a theory of class and we break it all down and show how central it is to his thought.  We begin with a critique of Analytical Marxist and Post-structuralist Marxist theories of class and we learn about a more materialist and dialectical foundation for class theory. Das helps us to theorize class at both the transhistorical level and at the level of capitalism.  Raju Das is the author of Marxist Class Theory for a Skeptical World.

Most historians are quick to acknowledge the historical credibility of the works of Herodotus or Thucydides or Julius Caesar's invasion of Gaul. How does the Bible's reliability stack up against these? The evidence is overwhelming: the Bible is the most well-attested ancient document we have.Resources:"Evidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World" - Josh McDowell & Sean McDowell, PhD"The New Testament Documents: Are They Reliable?" - F. F. Bruce

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In this episode we have a conversation with J.D. Payne around apostolic imagination, missions, and church planting. J. D. Payne serves as professor of Christian Ministry at Samford University.  Prior to this, he was the pastor for church multiplication with The Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, Alabama.  Before moving to Birmingham, he served for ten years with the North American Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention and as an Associate Professor of Church Planting and Evangelism in the Billy Graham School of Missions and Evangelism at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky, where he also directed the Center for North American Missions and Church Planting.Over the years, he has written numerous articles and reviews in the area of missions and evangelism and church growth.  He is the host of Strike the Match, a podcast that addresses missions, innovation, and leadership.J. D. speaks frequently for churches, denominations, networks, and mission agencies/societies. Believing that every believer is supposed to be a “fruit-bearing” disciple in a local church, he is passionate about seeing the Body of Christ grow as local congregations work to carry out the Great Commission.He is married to Sarah, a physician in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics with Christ Health Center in Birmingham, Alabama. They have three children:  Hannah, Rachel, and Joel.  He may be contacted at jd.payne@samford.eduJ.D.'s books:Amazon Author PageApostolic ImaginationJ.D.'s recommendations:Effective Intercultural Evangelism by Jay Moon and Bud SimonSharing Jesus without Freaking Out by Scott HildrethEvangelism in a Skeptical World by Sam ChanGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shiftingculturepodcastSupport the show

Suz and Esther explore the worldwide sensation of 'Wordle' and how a simple game has given us an avenue for deeper connection with those around us. We discover the beauty of having a shared goal and how our surroundings influence the depth of connection with others. Human connection is complex and diverse- how are you connecting with people in your life?    Resources Evangelism in a Skeptical World by Sam Chan  https://www.nytimes.com/games/wordle/index.html Call Convos Insta callconvospod@gmail.com

No one can follow through on an act or message without first thinking or seeing in their mind that it is possible to accomplish it. You can mentally achieve participation by helping your audience visualize and see in their mind how your product or service will help them. How are you doing creating images in the mind of your prospect?  Are your prospects questioning your credibility?  Have you lost trust with people?   Evoking the Imagination as a Strategy of Influence Join me for this week's podcast as we tackle both issues that hurt your ability to influence.  The podcast is Lost Trust? - How To Rebuild Credibility In A Skeptical World.

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It can be a daunting thought when it comes to sharing your faith with your unbelieving friends, family and Coworkers. However there are some key thing to keep in mind to both help settle our nerves and create an environment for this type of conversation to naturally occur. Sam Chan from City Bible Forum in Sydney joins us for episode 9 of Way of Life Podcast. Sam is an Evangelist and author and has much experience and when it comes to sharing the gospel in an uninterested and skeptical world and will be sharing his thoughts, observations and tips when it come to sharing the good news of Jesus with our friends, family, and work colleagues.   If you would like to check our City Bible Forum's "Sharing Jesus at Work" training, visit plus.citybibleforum.org/sharejesus   This episode was recorded live at Wynnum Baptist Church on 19 September 2021   Follow us on the socials - linktr.ee/wayoflifepodcast

When Jamie Wheal comes on Bulletproof Radio we always dig into mind-bending topics. This time, our conversation spans a special four-part mini-series to discuss his new book: “Recapture the Rapture: Rethinking God, Sex and Death in a World That's Lost its Mind.” In this Part 3 episode, we talk about the “meaning crisis” and the role of biohacking in human consciousness.Jamie makes the case that more than ever people generally distrust and scrutinize larger governing institutions. When people don't trust the things they used to trust, they're led to greater stress, less connection and are more likely to reach for extremism and nihilism. “​​Any belief system where people are doubling and tripling down in the face of contravening evidence, that's happening, and so is nihilism, where people are just giving up knowing anything at all or the fact that anything is actually ever truly knowable,” Jamie says. “We see the rise in diseases and despair and all the accompanying rudderlessness. We're in a tight spot, and it's not happening in a vacuum, right?”Our conversation focuses on ways to find belonging and how you can be in tune with the part of yourself that wants to flee in times of stress. You can get out of a hive-mind centered world, which keeps your body in hyper-stress mode, and instead get into prioritizing range and resiliency in your body, mind and heart. In order to transform cultural consciousness, Jamie's research found five techniques that most commonly help you do that: respiration, embodiment, sexuality, substances and music. You'll learn how to do each of these activities intentionally and get the best results for you.“We need to reclaim the story of what's happening and where do we all go now together,” Jamie says.Jamie studies neuroanthropology, which brings together culture, biology, and psychology. He's the founder of the international Flow Genome Project, an organization that helps people reach their peak human performance. He's currently focusing on Hedonic Engineering, a combination of neuroscience and optimal psychology. His book looks at the world's collapse of meaning, the embracing of nihilism, and how you can shift your stories to tackle the world by connecting to others and revitalizing yourself. Don't miss Part 1, The Neuroscience of Sex – Jamie Wheal, Part 1 with Dave Asprey – #845, where you learn about Jamie's research on sex and the power sex has to improve your life.Then there's Part 2, Taking the Kink Out of Kinky – Jamie Wheal, Part 2 with Dave Asprey – #846, where Jamie suggest ways you can engage with your partner and reclaim the full spectrum of human physiology and psychology.Be sure to follow the conversation to its conclusion in Part 4.Enjoy! And get more resources at Dave.Asprey/podcasts.Got a comment, idea or question for the podcast? Submit via this form.WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Minerals for Cellular Health: https://www.beamminerals.com, use code DAVE to get 20% offNature's Nootropic: https://trukava.com, use code DAVE15 for 15% offHigh-Performance Leadership: https://www.humanpotentialinstitute.com/coach-training/ 7TH ANNUAL BIOHACKING CONFERENCE: SEPTEMBER 17-19, 2021: https://www.biohackingconference.comDAVE ASPREY BOX: https://daveaspreybox.com/UPGRADE YOURSELF WITH DAVE ASPREY: https://ourupgradecollective.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Jamie Wheal comes on Bulletproof Radio we always dig into mind-bending topics. This time, our conversation spans a special four-part mini-series to discuss his new book: “Recapture the Rapture: Rethinking God, Sex and Death in a World That's Lost its Mind.” In this Part 3 episode, we talk about the “meaning crisis” and the role of biohacking in human consciousness.Jamie makes the case that more than ever people generally distrust and scrutinize larger governing institutions. When people don't trust the things they used to trust, they're led to greater stress, less connection and are more likely to reach for extremism and nihilism. “​​Any belief system where people are doubling and tripling down in the face of contravening evidence, that's happening, and so is nihilism, where people are just giving up knowing anything at all or the fact that anything is actually ever truly knowable,” Jami says. “We see the rise in diseases and despair and all the accompanying rudderlessness. We're in a tight spot, and it's not happening in a vacuum, right?”Our conversation focuses on ways to find belonging and how you can be in tune with the part of yourself that wants to flee in times of stress. You can get out of a hive-mind centered world, which keeps your body in hyper-stress mode, and instead get into prioritizing range and resiliency in your body, mind and heart. In order to transform cultural consciousness, Jamie's research found five techniques that most commonly help you do that: respiration, embodiment, sexuality, substances and music. You'll learn how to do each of these activities intentionally and get the best results for you.“We need to reclaim the story of what's happening and where do we all go now together,” Jamie says.Jamie studies neuroanthropology, which brings together culture, biology, and psychology. He's the founder of the international Flow Genome Project, an organization that helps people reach their peak human performance. He's currently focusing on Hedonic Engineering, a combination of neuroscience and optimal psychology. His book looks at the world's collapse of meaning, the embracing of nihilism, and how you can shift your stories to tackle the world by connecting to others and revitalizing yourself. Don't miss Part 1, The Neuroscience of Sex – Jamie Wheal, Part 1 with Dave Asprey – #845, where you learn about Jamie's research on sex and the power sex has to improve your life.Then there's Part 2, Taking the Kink Out of Kinky – Jamie Wheal, Part 2 with Dave Asprey – #846, where Jamie suggest ways you can engage with your partner and reclaim the full spectrum of human physiology and psychology.Be sure to follow the conversation to its conclusion in Part 4.Enjoy! And get more resources at Dave.Asprey/podcasts.Got a comment, idea or question for the podcast? Submit via this form.WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Minerals for Cellular Health: https://www.beamminerals.com, use code DAVE to get 20% offNature's Nootropic: https://trukava.com, use code DAVE15 for 15% offHigh-Performance Leadership: https://www.humanpotentialinstitute.com/coach-training/ 7TH ANNUAL BIOHACKING CONFERENCE: SEPTEMBER 17-19, 2021: https://www.biohackingconference.comDAVE ASPREY BOX: https://daveaspreybox.com/UPGRADE YOURSELF WITH DAVE ASPREY: https://ourupgradecollective.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Jamie Wheal comes on Bulletproof Radio we always dig into mind-bending topics. This time, our conversation spans a special four-part mini-series to discuss his new book: “Recapture the Rapture: Rethinking God, Sex and Death in a World That's Lost its Mind.” In this Part 3 episode, we talk about the “meaning crisis” and the role of biohacking in human consciousness.Jamie makes the case that more than ever people generally distrust and scrutinize larger governing institutions. When people don't trust the things they used to trust, they're led to greater stress, less connection and are more likely to reach for extremism and nihilism. “​​Any belief system where people are doubling and tripling down in the face of contravening evidence, that's happening, and so is nihilism, where people are just giving up knowing anything at all or the fact that anything is actually ever truly knowable,” Jami says. “We see the rise in diseases and despair and all the accompanying rudderlessness. We're in a tight spot, and it's not happening in a vacuum, right?”Our conversation focuses on ways to find belonging and how you can be in tune with the part of yourself that wants to flee in times of stress. You can get out of a hive-mind centered world, which keeps your body in hyper-stress mode, and instead get into prioritizing range and resiliency in your body, mind and heart. In order to transform cultural consciousness, Jamie's research found five techniques that most commonly help you do that: respiration, embodiment, sexuality, substances and music. You'll learn how to do each of these activities intentionally and get the best results for you.“We need to reclaim the story of what's happening and where do we all go now together,” Jamie says.Jamie studies neuroanthropology, which brings together culture, biology, and psychology. He's the founder of the international Flow Genome Project, an organization that helps people reach their peak human performance. He's currently focusing on Hedonic Engineering, a combination of neuroscience and optimal psychology. His book looks at the world's collapse of meaning, the embracing of nihilism, and how you can shift your stories to tackle the world by connecting to others and revitalizing yourself. Don't miss Part 1, The Neuroscience of Sex – Jamie Wheal, Part 1 with Dave Asprey – #845, where you learn about Jamie's research on sex and the power sex has to improve your life.Then there's Part 2, Taking the Kink Out of Kinky – Jamie Wheal, Part 2 with Dave Asprey – #846, where Jamie suggest ways you can engage with your partner and reclaim the full spectrum of human physiology and psychology.Be sure to follow the conversation to its conclusion in Part 4.Enjoy! And get more resources at Dave.Asprey/podcasts.Got a comment, idea or question for the podcast? Submit via this form.WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Minerals for Cellular Health: https://www.beamminerals.com, use code DAVE to get 20% offNature's Nootropic: https://trukava.com, use code DAVE15 for 15% offHigh-Performance Leadership: https://www.humanpotentialinstitute.com/coach-training/ 7TH ANNUAL BIOHACKING CONFERENCE: SEPTEMBER 17-19, 2021: https://www.biohackingconference.comDAVE ASPREY BOX: https://daveaspreybox.com/UPGRADE YOURSELF WITH DAVE ASPREY: https://ourupgradecollective.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Jamie Wheal comes on Bulletproof Radio we always dig into mind-bending topics. This time, our conversation spans a special four-part mini-series to discuss his new book: “Recapture the Rapture: Rethinking God, Sex and Death in a World That's Lost its Mind.” In this Part 3 episode, we talk about the “meaning crisis” and the role of biohacking in human consciousness.Jamie makes the case that more than ever people generally distrust and scrutinize larger governing institutions. When people don't trust the things they used to trust, they're led to greater stress, less connection and are more likely to reach for extremism and nihilism. “​​Any belief system where people are doubling and tripling down in the face of contravening evidence, that's happening, and so is nihilism, where people are just giving up knowing anything at all or the fact that anything is actually ever truly knowable,” Jami says. “We see the rise in diseases and despair and all the accompanying rudderlessness. We're in a tight spot, and it's not happening in a vacuum, right?”Our conversation focuses on ways to find belonging and how you can be in tune with the part of yourself that wants to flee in times of stress. You can get out of a hive-mind centered world, which keeps your body in hyper-stress mode, and instead get into prioritizing range and resiliency in your body, mind and heart. In order to transform cultural consciousness, Jamie's research found five techniques that most commonly help you do that: respiration, embodiment, sexuality, substances and music. You'll learn how to do each of these activities intentionally and get the best results for you.“We need to reclaim the story of what's happening and where do we all go now together,” Jamie says.Jamie studies neuroanthropology, which brings together culture, biology, and psychology. He's the founder of the international Flow Genome Project, an organization that helps people reach their peak human performance. He's currently focusing on Hedonic Engineering, a combination of neuroscience and optimal psychology. His book looks at the world's collapse of meaning, the embracing of nihilism, and how you can shift your stories to tackle the world by connecting to others and revitalizing yourself. Don't miss Part 1, The Neuroscience of Sex – Jamie Wheal, Part 1 with Dave Asprey – #845, where you learn about Jamie's research on sex and the power sex has to improve your life.Then there's Part 2, Taking the Kink Out of Kinky – Jamie Wheal, Part 2 with Dave Asprey – #846, where Jamie suggest ways you can engage with your partner and reclaim the full spectrum of human physiology and psychology.Be sure to follow the conversation to its conclusion in Part 4.Enjoy! And get more resources at Dave.Asprey/podcasts.Got a comment, idea or question for the podcast? Submit via this form.WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Minerals for Cellular Health: https://www.beamminerals.com, use code DAVE to get 20% offNature's Nootropic: https://trukava.com, use code DAVE15 for 15% offHigh-Performance Leadership: https://www.humanpotentialinstitute.com/coach-training/ 7TH ANNUAL BIOHACKING CONFERENCE: SEPTEMBER 17-19, 2021: https://www.biohackingconference.comDAVE ASPREY BOX: https://daveaspreybox.com/UPGRADE YOURSELF WITH DAVE ASPREY: https://ourupgradecollective.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is apologetics a part of disciple making? If yes, how should we do apologetics? We will answer these and other questions about apologetics in youth ministry. So grab a cup of coffee and put your feet up as we have some fun.Time Stamps:Intro - 2:00What is Apologetics? - 5:18How is Apologetics Harmful/Helpful? - 13:08Role of Apologetics in our Ministries - 23:08Practical Application of Apologetics - 26:53Books we mentioned:The Questions Christians Hope No One Will Ask: (With Answers) by Mark MittlebergExpository Apologetics: Answering Objections with the Power of the Word by Voddie Baucham Jr.How (Not) to Read the Bible: Making Sense of the Anti-women, Anti-science, Pro-violence, Pro-slavery and Other Crazy-Sounding Parts of Scripture by Dan KimballEvidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World by Josh MDowellContact us:email: disciplemakingym@gmail.comInsta: @Disciple_making_ymJeremy's info:Insta: @jeremydavidcollinsYoutube: Genuine_jcJoel's Info:Youtube: Word With FriendInsta: @jpfriend17Music:Bensound Music: Creative Minds https://www.bensound.comIntro and Outro-Just Smile by LiQWYD https://soundcloud.com/liqwydCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/-just-smileMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lMGw8bTCBww

In week 2 of our series “Dollars and Sense” pastor Jason Wing preached from Matthew 6:19-24 about God’s perspective on money.Resources:ESV Archaeology Study BibleWhy I choose to believe The Bible taught by Voddie BauchamWhy Trust the Bible? by Greg GilbertEvidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World by Josh McDowellBiblical Archaeology Magazine

In the final installment of their series on the Habits of a Missionary (which was supposed to be 8 parts, but ended up being 7), Jeff and John discuss chapter 8 of Sam Chan's new book, How to Talk about Jesus without Being THAT Guy: Personal Evangelism in a Skeptical World. In this episode, they discuss... - The inevitability of disagreement when sharing the gospel. - Why disagreement can be a good thing. - Letting Jesus do the heavy lifting in disagreements. - Going on the offensive in conversations - And much more...

Pastor Jason Wing started our new series “Dollars and Sense” by teaching from I Timothy 6:6-10 and addressing the fruit, root, and solution to our ultimate money problem.Resources:ESV Archaeology Study BibleWhy I choose to believe The Bible taught by Voddie BauchamWhy Trust the Bible? by Greg GilbertEvidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World by Josh McDowellBiblical Archaeology Magazine

On class reductionism, commodity fetishism, and value theory. To discuss Covid, the state as 'PMC leviathan', and the politics of value theory, we’re joined by philosopher Elena Louisa Lange, who also explains why class reductionism is not a theoretical position or a mere mistake, but a social reality. We also address the value of 'going back to school', take on the new Leftist 'holy trinity' of class-race-gender, and hear from Elena why we need to theorise the world before we change it. Readings: The Middle-Class Leviathan: Corona, the “Fascism” Blackmail, and the Defeat of the Working Class, Elena Louisa Lange and Joshua Pickett-Depaolis, Crisis and Critique, 2020 Marxism and the Crisis of Development in Prewar Japan, Germaine A. Hoston, Princeton, 1987 Lawyer’s Fees, Beetroot, and Music, Elena’s Substack Value Without Fetish, Elena Louisa Lange, Brill 2021 Marxist Class Theory for a Skeptical World, Raju J. Das, Haymarket, 2018

In the third and final week of “Asking for a Friend: Part 2”, Pastor Jason answers the question of how we can know the Bible is trustworthy.Resources:Why I choose to believe The Bible taught by Voddie BauchamWhy Trust the Bible? by Greg GilbertEvidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World by Josh McDowell

In the fourth of an 8-part series, Jeff and John discuss chapter 5 of Sam Chan's new book, How to Talk about Jesus without Being THAT Guy: Personal Evangelism in a Skeptical World as a template. In this episode, they discuss... - Evangelism as story-telling. - Deconstructing the dominant Western story - Using stories about Jesus to share the gospel. - Connecting the gospel story to your personal story - And much more...

In the fourth of an 8-part series, Jeff and John discuss chapter 4 of Sam Chan's new book, How to Talk about Jesus without Being THAT Guy: Personal Evangelism in a Skeptical World as a template. In this episode, they discuss... - The golden rule of evangelism. - The different forms of listening. - The listening cycle. - What to listen for in conversations - And much more...

In the first of an 8-part series, Jeff and John discuss living life as a missionary, using Sam Chan's new book, How to Talk about Jesus without Being THAT Guy: Personal Evangelism in a Skeptical World as a template. In this episode, they discuss... - The connection between being a disciple-maker and being a missionary - Why evangelism is a team sport (John 13, 17) - Connecting our Christian social network with our non-Christian social network - Plausibility structures and the role of community in belief formation - Belonging before believing And much more...

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Would you consider yourself evangelistic? Honestly, not many would. In our extremely skeptical world where there's an abundance of worldviews, trying to get someone to repent and believe in Jesus is a daunting task. With us this week to talk about evangelism in a skeptical world is Dr. Sam Chan. Not only does Sam help us… The post Ep. 134: Evangelism in a Skeptical World appeared first on indoubt.

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On this special episode, Nate chats with Dr. Sam Chan, author of Evangelism in a Skeptical World and How to Talk About Jesus Without Being That Guy. They discuss what to do and what NOT to do when sharing your faith in today's hostile culture! Take a listen! For more from Sam, go to www.citybibleforum.org and www.espressotheology.com Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and don't miss out on our brand new shows: Is It Christian? and Debate Teacher Reacts   Sign up for our unique newsletter that contains material only for subscribers at (www.clearlens.org)!   Twitter: @AClearLens Facebook: www.facebook.com/clearlens Instagram: @AClearLens   "Day by Day" by Citizens is used with permission. Check out their website: wearecitizens.net

Welcome to another a partners-only edition of The Payneful Truth. Today's ruminations concern little subjects like the nature of the gospel, evangelism and the importance of catechism. Is it worth fixing? The washing machine was flashing ‘F06', and as my eyes scanned down the list of error messages in the dog-eared manual, I knew in advance what it was going to say. Not something simple like “F03—“Turn the tap on, you idiot” or “F10—“Clean the filter like you were supposed to do every six months but haven't done for six years, you idiot”. Of course it was: “F06—Call our service department, and get ready to bleed cash, you poor sap”. And so the internal debate begins. Is it worth fixing? Do I want to pour $400 into a 15-year-old washing machine? Or pay $1000 for a new one? $400 would be good value if you got another 10 years out of it. But will we? Is this a good-money-after-bad scenario?I hate these sorts of dilemmas, but every exercise in repair or renovation raises them. I've been thinking in this vein recently about the revision of Two ways to live (2wtl). The 2wtl outline itself has been around now for around 40 years, with only minor nips and tucks over that time. The training material that utilises it is nearly as old, and had its last major revision about 20 years ago. It's certainly time for some renovation, but is it worth it? Or was 2wtl great for its time and context, but now just no longer relevant or useful? Would it be better to start again? This leads to the underlying questions: Why have a gospel outline in the first place? And how would you evaluate what a good one was like? Thinking back over the many conversations I've had about this since my involvement with 2wtl started in the early-80s, I think I'd summarize the rationale and nature of a gospel outline in the following six points (I guess it has to be six). OneAny outline like 2wtl is predicated on the idea that the gospel is a certain thing and not something else—that it has identifiable content that is capable of being summarized, learned and shared. A gospel is not a philosophy or a theory (although it has philosophical underpinnings and implications); it is not a story (although it has narrative elements, and often sits within a larger historical story); and it is not primarily an answer to a question that we have (although depending on the news it may answer certain questions). A ‘gospel' is the announcement of grand news. It's a trumpet blast declaring that something of great import has happened. In the case of the NT gospel, it is an announcement that certain meaningful events have taken place concerning Jesus Christ, leading to a particular state of affairs now being in effect, and a particular future being in store. (In this sense, the NT gospel announcement has the character of a promise—to be heard, believed and acted upon.) TwoWhat is the identifiable content of this announcement? It is that the crucified and risen Jesus has been established as the Christ, the Lord of all the world; that God now offers forgiveness of sins by Jesus' atoning death to all who repent and trust in him; and that in the future he will return to judge the world and save his people. Or something like that. We could argue about the precise way of putting it, how to connect the elements of the announcement together, and what background knowledge might be required to understand the announcement (e.g., knowing what ‘sins' are, or what a ‘Christ' is). But the gospel is a thing like this—a declaration of the meaning and implications of certain historical events. It's not a malleable set of metaphors that answers certain human longings. It's an announcement about Jesus that calls for a response from us. ThreeHow do we know this? How do we discover that the NT gospel is an announcement with this kind of content? The answer (as always) is to be good apprentices and sit at the feet of the apostolic authors—starting with the nutshell gospel preaching of the Gospels (“The time is fulfilled and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe the gospel”), through to the commission to preach the gospel to the nations in Luke 24, the actual examples of gospel proclamation in Acts, and the retrospective summaries of the gospel contained in the epistles (classically in places like 1 Cor 15:1-8). If we attend to these carefully, we discover a consistent core of content—a ‘tradition' as the NT sometimes calls it—that was to be kept, guarded, preached, taught, and passed on. This is in fact how 2wtl was originally written—through a process of looking at all the gospel summaries and gospel-preaching examples of the NT, identifying the core elements of the announcement and how they fitted together, and seeking to summarize them in a coherent, memorable, understandable form. FourThis leads me to a little sidebar. In pondering whether or how to renovate 2wtl, I've been looking over the various bits of feedback and critique we've received over the years. One of the more significant recent ones is found in Sam Chan's book Evangelism in a Skeptical World. Sam claims that 2wtl was written as a brilliant exercise in 1980s gospel contextualization. According to Sam, 2wtl was a success because it targeted the ex-Sunday-School-going prodigal-son university types of that period, who resonated with the idea of giving up their rebellion and submitting again to God. But that was then. Sam argues that 2wtl's main concepts (or ‘metaphors', as he calls them) of God being the ruler, and us rejecting or rebelling against his rule, “find little existential traction in the postmodern West, where authority figures impose their artificially constructed laws upon us to take away our freedom and authenticity. That's why in the postmodern West our moral heroes are the rebels who resist and overthrow authorities such as kings to preserve freedom and authenticity. Think of the American Revolution. Or the Australian bushranger. Or Braveheart and his cry of ‘Freedom!'” (p. 86) I have to say I'm struggling to understand how the anti-authoritarianism of American revolutionaries, Aussie bushrangers and Braveheart are evidence that what was contextually brilliant in the 1980s no longer has postmodern existential traction. Not to mention that it's simply not how things were in the 1980s (or 70s or 90s for that matter)—people loved rebellion and hated submission to authority in the 80s every bit as much as they do today. Perhaps even more so, I would say. But the point of this little sidebar is to correct the record as to how 2wtl came to be written. What drove the choice of concepts was not a contextualized discernment as to which metaphors might have the most traction, but a principled effort to capture the essential elements and logic of the NT gospel, and to express that in contemporary language for biblically illiterate Australians. (This raises an important larger issue, not only in Sam's thinking about evangelism, but for contemporary evangelism and apologetics more broadly—namely, whether or not it is the task of evangelism to identify what messages will have ‘traction' in our culture, and to craft our gospel message accordingly. I will come back to this in the near future, but it is more than this particular edition can cope with.) FiveWhy, we must now ask, is summarizing the gospel in a short memorable form a good idea? The main reason is the one that the NT gives whenever it does so—such as in 1 Cor 15:1-8. Paul wants to remind his readers of the gospel he preached, to lodge it firmly in their minds, so that they will hold fast to it and be saved. In other words, a gospel summary or outline is very useful as a form of catechesis—for teaching Christians the basic truths of the gospel in a way that they can grasp, learn and internalize. 2wtl was designed in part to serve this function: to lodge a simple gospel-shaped framework of belief in Christian heads. Interestingly, many of the suggestions we've received over the years to improve 2wtl have asked for it to be more doctrinal than it is—to be more explicit or detailed about the Trinity, the person and work of the Spirit, the nature of imputed righteousness, and so on. Our answer has always been that the ‘gospel' is not the sum total of the Christian faith, although it is the structuring, animating centre. None of the excellent and important doctrinal themes that have been suggested over the years form part of the gospel preaching or gospel summaries of the NT—which is why they never made it into 2wtl. SixThe other obvious (and related) purpose of a gospel outline like 2wtl is to give Christians confidence and competence in sharing the gospel with others—to ‘believe and therefore speak' (2 Cor 4:13). As I reflect back over the history of 2wtl as a resource, I think it's in this area that we have most consistently failed to explain what 2wtl is for. 2wtl was designed to be an easy-to-remember skeleton summary of the key concepts of the gospel. And like all skeletons, it needs flesh and blood in order to live. 2wtl is like six memorable hooks on which to hang a conversation, or six unforgettable landmarks on a map to arrive at a destination. It was never meant to be trotted out (or handed out) as a bullet-point gospel presentation. All the same, it has been criticized over the years for not being warm enough, or relational enough, or joyful enough, or existentially authentic enough—all things that skeletons can never be. The warmth and joy and relational authenticity come in the personal conversation that the outline equips you to have. (Or for that matter in the gospel talk or Bible study or relational 5-week course that the outline helps you to structure.) Any revision of 2wtl needs to make this clearer! What must I do?I think I might have persuaded myself that 2wtl is worth renovating rather than scrapping. After all this time, it remains a very effective attempt at capturing the core content and logic of the NT gospel—a gospel that hasn't changed in the past 40 or 400 years. It's worth looking again at how it could be sharpened and improved, and whether any of its language is now dated or less communicative. And in particular, it's worth going back to square one and thinking through how to utlilize the outline more effectively for catechising Christians and equipping them for gospel speech. To that end, I'm hoping you might help me. Later this week, I'll send around a draft revision of the 2wtl outline—just to Payneful Truth partners. I'd really appreciate your feedback and comments! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.twoways.news/subscribe

Have you ever stopped to consider why Christians of all people--with all the reasons for peace, hope, joy, love, trust, faith, self-control, and humility--are often the world's worst at spreading doubting, mistrusting, negative, toxic, doubting, conspiratorial information?Why would people with the intellectual and spiritual golden ore of truth in God's world, and the wealth of the very spirit of God, fall into the bondage of suspicious minds?Why would those with the well of wisdom of the ages, become gullible and foolish pawns of purveyors of strife and intrigue?Why do politics and parties dominate so much of the mental energy, resources and time, of those who are already members of another kingdom, with a living active King?Support the show (https://paypal.me/whatsupmd)

(Season 2 starts a few days early:  We're going to do August to May annually, and try to take June and July off for other projects and mission work.  So thank you for being here for our second season!)Have you ever stopped to consider why Christians of all people--with all the reasons for peace, hope, joy, love, trust, faith, self-control, and humility--are often the world's worst at spreading doubting, mistrusting, negative, toxic, doubting, conspiratorial information?Why would people with the intellectual and spiritual golden ore of truth in God's world, and the wealth of the very spirit of God, fall into the bondage of suspicious minds?Why would those with the well of wisdom of the ages, become gullible and foolish pawns of purveyors of strife and intrigue.  Why do politics and parties dominate so much of the mental energy, resources and time, of those who are already members of another kingdom, with a living active King?Support the show (https://paypal.me/whatsupmd)

In today's episode, we hear from Sam Chan on the theology of evangelism.Chan is the author of Evangelism in a Skeptical World. He is a public evangelist with City Bible Forum in Sydney, Australia, where he regularly shares the gospel with high-school students, city workers, doctors, and lawyers.In this lecture, Chan discusses the meaning of evangelism and that it is defined by its message rather than its audience. His lecture helps us to understand that we need a theology of evangelism and that evangelism means that we communicate the gospel to others. Chan points to the use of the Greek word euaggelion in the Bible which means, the amazing news of Jesus Christ. Chan encourages us to understand that there are many ways to communicate the gospel and that believers begin their journey by hearing the gospel but are able to continue that journey because they continue to hear the gospel.If you like what you hear, visit our website at MasterLectures.ZondervanAcademic.com, where you can watch more of John's lectures on the Old Testament, along with thousands of other lectures on the Bible and theology.

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There have been a multitude of books written on the topic of sharing your faith, but does personal evangelism taken on a new look in the 21st century? What are the cultural challenges to preaching the Gospel now that we are post-Post-Modernism? Scott Sanders speaks with Dr. Sam Chan, author of Evangelism in a Skeptical World, to see what are the essentials when approaching a generation who no longer even consider God a question worth considering. SHOW NOTES Evangelism in a Skeptical World: How to Make the Unbelievable News about Jesus More Believable, by Dr. Sam Chan Two Ways To Live The Bridge To Life  Making Sense of God: An Invitation to the Sceptical, by Tim Keller A Doubter's Guide To Jesus, John Dickson One To One Bible Reading, by David Helm The Bigger Questions podcast with Rob Martin from City Bible Forum

Weand're talking to Dr Sam Chan from City Bible Forum in Sydney about his new book and'Evangelism in a Skeptical Worldand'. Help Vision to keep 'Connecting Faith to Life': https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Chan is our guest on 'The Pastor's Heart' this afternoon talking about his new book 'Evangelism in a Skeptical World.'Sam and host Dominic Steele have both been thinking about the same issues for a long time. There's lots of areas of agreement, and some areas where they disagree. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thepastorsheart)

This weekend, we finished our journey through the Thessalonian letters with a theme that Paul mentioned in both books: the value of work. God created humans as stewards with the ability to use our intellect and effort to create order out of chaos, beauty out of ugliness, clarity out of confusion, and opportunity out of emptiness. These are all godlike activities. Work is worship, as we embrace this truth we provide for ourselves, the less fortunate and the work of God.

This weekend, we continued our journey through the Thessalonian books. In Thessalonica, the subject of the return of Christ had become an important topic. They were being persecuted and had much hope for the return of Jesus. But some had infiltrated their ranks to tell them they had missed it, and that Jesus had already returned. Paul addressed this in both of his letters to the church there. We looked at the promise of his coming and how we should live in light of these truths.

This weekend we welcomed Rick Pasquale as he shared God's word with us. Rick serves as a missionary to Italy and is the lead Pastor of the International Christian Fellowship of Rome. It is his vision to break barriers of religion, expand the outreach to over one million immigrants, and build a Lifeskills/Resource center for rescued, abused, and trafficked victims.

This week we continued our series on Thessalonians, as Pastor Jimmy looks with us at 1 Thessalonians 4:1-4 Have you met yourself? Sanctification is a process of becoming who you already are. Becoming more like Jesus is not the cause of salvation but the sign of who you already are in Christ. God wills his children to be Holy as he is Holy because, as a loving father, he knows that being sanctified is the best life for us.

This weekend, we continued our journey through the Thessalonians by looking at Paul's instruction for the grieving church. The church faced tremendous persecution and their great hope was the return of Christ to rescue them out of it. In their minds, Jesus could return at any time. They could deal with the persecution knowing that Jesus was coming back any day, but as the days went by, Jesus didn't come back, and on top of that, believers were dying, what would happen to them? Paul is concerned that they learn appropriate Christian grief, instead of the wild and hopeless mourning that typified pagan funerals. We will look into the eyes of Christ who comforts the grieving and offers hope in victory.

This weekend we continued our journey through Thessalonians as we welcomed Pastor Rachael to the pulpit. Paul's ministry to the Thessalonians was no easy task. The city, which was under Roman-Greco rule, was filled with its own problems of sexual sin, protestors, and persecution. Sound familiar? Though the city of Thessalonica was destroying itself from the inside out, Paul and his team still saw many come to Christ. How? Why? In a culture, that seemed so impossible to reach, let's take a look at what Paul did so we may apply it to our culture that also seems impossible to reach.

This weekend we continued our journey through Thessalonians as we welcomed Pastor Rachael to the pulpit. Paul's ministry to the Thessalonians was no easy task. The city, which was under Roman-Greco rule, was filled with its own problems of sexual sin, protestors, and persecution. Sound familiar? Though the city of Thessalonica was destroying itself from the inside out, Paul and his team still saw many come to Christ. How? Why? In a culture, that seemed so impossible to reach, let's take a look at what Paul did so we may apply it to our culture that also seems impossible to reach.

This week we continued our series on the letters to the Thessalonians as we looked at Paul's statements regarding the Satanic realm and the judgment of God. These aspects of our world and God's heart do not often get taught but Paul addresses the justice of God in both letters. Let us open our hearts to learn more about who God is and who He made us to be.

This weekend, we welcomed Rich McLane, AGWM Missionary to Poland as he shared the word with us. Rich is an experienced church planter and has had great favor with the Polish government as one of the only government sponsored foreigners to hold a hunting license. This has given him the ability to reach out to other hunters and witness to them, without interference.

This weekend, we continued our series on Thessalonians as we looked at the example Paul gave us when he brought the gospel to Thessalonica. Paul served the people and became a blessing to them as he proclaimed the truth. Christians have had a long history of blessing people. Schools, libraries, churches, hospitals, orphanages. Christians are programmed to do this; it's part of our DNA. It's woven into the story of Redemption the God is writing.

Pastor JR Polhemus & Jordan Drott August 23, 2015