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A podcast for Christians with questions about theology, philosophy, and practice. Biblically informed. Slightly irreverent.
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In this episode, we’re joined by Jeremy Treat, pastor for preaching and vision at Reality LA and author of the new book, On the Incarnation: The Good News of Jesus for the Renewal of the World. Drawing from the brilliance of Athanasius—an early church father who defended the full divinity of Christ—Treat makes ancient theology come alive for modern readers.
We explore how Athanasius's Christ-centered theology speaks to the cosmic scope of salvation, the brokenness of our world, and the beauty of Jesus’s incarnation. Jeremy also shares how theology and pastoral ministry intersect in his own life, and why recovering the early church’s voice matters today.
Buy the Book: On the Incarnation: The Good News of Jesus for the Renewal of the World
Whether you're new to church history or looking to go deeper into the Incarnation, this episode will help you see why the theology of Athanasius still matters—and why Jesus didn’t just save souls, but came to renew everything.
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Tuesday May 27, 2025
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Are Baptists just LARP-ing when they talk about tradition and retrieval? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ian Clary—historian, theologian, and co-host of Into Theology—to explore how Baptists fit within both the Protestant and broader catholic tradition. We dive into questions of church history, patristic theology, and the resurgence of retrieval among younger evangelicals. Can Baptists draw from the deep wells of Nicaea, Augustine, and Aquinas without losing their distinctives? Are we heirs or imposters in the great tradition? Find out in this episode.
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Tuesday May 13, 2025
Tuesday May 13, 2025
Are courage, wisdom, humility, and justice gendered? Are certain virtues inherently masculine or feminine? Drawing on philosophical reasoning, Aristotelian ethics, and the incarnational model of Christ, we explore three compelling arguments for why virtue should be understood as fully human, not gender-coded.
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Tuesday Apr 29, 2025
Tuesday Apr 29, 2025
How do we understand the relationship between the Persons of the Trinity—and why does it matter?
We sit down with Dr. Blair Smith, President of RTS Charlotte to talk about the centrality of the Trinity to Christian faith and practice, common misconceptions about “eternal generation”, modern misunderstandings about hierarchy and subordination in the Trinity, and how a Trinitarian theology transforms our prayer life. If you care about understanding God rightly—and living in deeper communion with Him—you don’t want to miss this episode.
🔗 Resources and Links:
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RTS Charlotte: rts.edu/campuses/charlotte
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Blair Smith Faculty Page: https://rts.edu/people/dr-d-blair-smith/rts.edu/charlotte/faculty
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Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew Koperski (Hillsdale College, Ad Fontes) to explore one of the most debated and often misunderstood practices in the history of Christianity: baptism. Drawing from his in-depth research, Andrew takes us through the earliest Christian sources—from Second Temple Judaism to Justin Martyr, and from household baptisms to the evolving liturgical traditions of the early church.
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Did the earliest Christians baptize infants or only professing believers?
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How did the theology of the church fathers evolve and adapt to the shifting environment of the Roman Empire?
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What role does sociology play in the development of infant baptism?
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Why modern categories of “credobaptist” and “paedobaptist” may not neatly map onto the early church.
Resources from this episode:
Justin Martyr: Ostensible Credobaptist?
https://adfontesjournal.com/andrew-koperski/justin-martyr-ostensible-credobaptist/
Baptismal Trajectories in Early Christianity (Part I): The Liturgical Dark Age & Second Temple Judaism
https://adfontesjournal.com/church-history/baptismal-trajectories-in-early-christianity-part-i-the-liturgical-dark-age-and-second-temple-judaism/
Part II: Households, Tertullian, and Archeology
https://adfontesjournal.com/church-history/baptismal-trajectories-in-early-christianity-part-ii-households-tertullian-and-archeology/
Part III: Toward an Explanation
https://adfontesjournal.com/church-history/baptismal-trajectories-in-early-christianity-part-iii-toward-an-explanation/
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Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
What happens when church leadership stops being a one-man show? In this episode, we sit down with Dave Harvey, President of The Great Commission Collective, to discuss his book The Plurality Principle We dive into why shared leadership isn’t just a good idea, but a biblical necessity, how to navigate power dynamics among elders, and what happens when churches get plurality wrong.
Dave shares insights on leading well, avoiding burnout, and creating a team that thrives—not one that just survives. We also discuss the role of a “first among equals” and why accountability is essential for long-term health in church leadership.
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Dave Harvey’s Website → https://revdaveharvey.com/
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Am I Called? (Helping Leaders Discern Their Calling) → https://amicalled.com/
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Great Commission Collective → https://www.gccollective.org/
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Tim Keller on Leadership & Church Dynamics → https://gospelinlife.com/manual-paper/leadership-and-church-size-dynamics/
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Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
In this episode, we explore the significance of Ash Wednesday and the season of Lent—40 days of repentance, mourning, and fasting in preparation for Easter. Drawing parallels to an athlete’s disciplined training, we discuss how fasting trains us to rely on God’s Word rather than our appetites. Jesus Himself calls us to fast, and through this practice, we create space for prayer, reflection, and repentance. We dive into the deeper purpose of fasting, how it sharpens our prayers, and how it helps us live in greater dependence on God.
Show Notes
Listen to Jay’s Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thatll-preach/id1585680895?i=1000697624037
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Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Lent is more than giving up social media—it’s a season of discipline, abstinence, and reliance on God. In this episode, we explore the history of Lent, common misconceptions, and the purpose of fasting. True fasting disciplines both body and soul, teaching us to depend on God rather than our most basic needs. If we can’t give up a meal for Christ, how can we give up our lives? Join us as we reflect on Jesus’ 40 days in the wilderness and what it means to live by every word from the mouth of God.
Show Notes
Visit: St. Mark’s Anglican Church
Jay’s Substack: https://jaybthomas14.substack.com/
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Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
Struggling to stay consistent in your Bible reading? Feeling stuck in your spiritual growth? In this episode, we explore how to cultivate a deep, sustainable joy in God’s Word—no guilt trips, just practical tools to help you engage Scripture in a way that sticks. From biblical meditation to church resources, we’ll show you how method fuels motivation.
Show Notes
Recommended Resource: Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Don Whitney – Get it here
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Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
What if every pastor had access to deep, biblical theological training—no matter where they lived?
In this episode, we sit down with John Miller, Vice President and Academic Dean at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary, whose mission is nothing short of transformational. With a burning passion to equip indigenous pastors, John is spearheading efforts to plant seminaries around the world, ensuring that church leaders in Africa, Asia, and beyond have the theological foundation they need to shepherd their congregations faithfully.
John shares his personal journey—how God led him from the classroom to the frontlines of global theological training. He paints a picture of the urgent need for solid biblical education in regions where pastors often lead churches with little to no formal training. We’ll hear powerful stories from his work overseas, the challenges of building sustainable seminaries, and why equipping local leaders is the key to lasting gospel impact.
Show Notes
International Seminary Affiliates – Explore the global seminaries where John Miller teaches and trains pastors. Learn More
Theological Training in Kenya – Discover TPC (The Pastor’s College), where John teaches and advises. Visit TPC
Global Seminaries:
- Facultad Teológica Bautista – Training pastors in Colombia. Website
- Seminario Bautista Confesional Ecuador – Equipping church leaders in Ecuador. Facebook
- Seminário Batista Confessional Brasil – Strengthening Reformed theology in Brazil. Website
- Seminario Bautista Confesional México – Training indigenous pastors in Mexico. Website
- Seminario Bautista Confesional Chile – Biblical training for pastors in Chile. Website
- Lusaka Ministerial College – Theological education for pastors in Zambia. Website
- Lux In Tenebris Reformed – Gospel-centered training in Nigeria. Website
Spanish Resources – Legado Bautista Confesional is translating and publishing key theological works into Spanish. Explore More
For more details on how you can support or get involved, visit Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary.
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