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In this episode my good friend, and former professor, Dr. Tim Laniak joins us to talk about his decades-long focus on Biblical shepherding and what it tells us about God's call to those who lead His people. Tim's books on Biblical Shepherding: Shepherds After My Own Heart (NSBT) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0830826211/ The Good Shepherd - https://www.amazon.com/Good-Shepherd-Biblical-Insights-Leadi...

In this episode, the world's leading CS Lewis literary critic enters the Dojo to discuss the ingenious literary code embedded in the Chronicles of Narnia, which Lewis himself kept hidden from everyone! Dr. Michael Ward's resources: * Planet Narnia - https://www.amazon.com/Planet-Narnia-Seven-Heavens-Imagination/dp/019973870X/ * The Narnia Code - https://www.amazon.com/Narnia-Code-Lewis-Secret-Heav...

In this episode we are joined by author, pastor, and theologian Dr. A.J. Swoboda to talk about the need for being teachable (something many of us are lacking at times, if we are honest with ourselves!) and his new book from @zondervanreflective8962 "A Teachable Spirit", which is available at: https://www.amazon.com/Teachable-Spirit-Learning-Strangers-Absolutely/dp/0310153433/ More resources from A...

In this series we are reading through the Psalms one by one and pointing out cool stuff along the way. The goal is to help get the Psalms into our theological landscape so that they help form our outlook as they have done for God's people for nearly 3,000 years. Previous videos in the series can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4bbdsVUgfc6Z_lp1cLDdhsXE_k0hoEP_ Our Baal Myth pla...

The book of Enoch is famously mysterious...and was read by some early Christians--even referenced in a New Testament book. So, what are Christians to make of it today? In this episode, renowned Apochrypha & NT scholar Dr. David DeSilva stops in to talk about Enoch, as well as some of the other Pseudepigraphical books! For more from David DeSilva, see: * Why Christians Should Read the Apochrypha (w...

In this episode Dr. Nijay Gupta returns to the Dojo to talk about what many Christians overlook when it comes to the Apostle Paul. Paul for the World is available at: https://www.amazon.com/Paul-World-Grounded-Life_Not-Friendship/dp/1540966925/ Nijay’s substack: https://nijaykgupta.substack.com/ Nijay and AJ Swaboda’s “Slow Theology” podcast on the 7 Churches of Revelation: https://open.spotify.co...

In this episode JM talks to martial arts legend Bas Rutten about his journey back to faith in Jesus, the Catholic Church, discipleship & suffering, and some of his stories from over the years as an MMA champion! For those who don't know Bas, his accomplishments include: * King of Pancrase (Japanese martial arts championship) * UFC Heavyweight Champion * Member of the UFC Hall-of-Fame * Retired wit...

In this episode Olatunde Howard returns to the Dojo to answer a viewer's question about Pastoral Counseling and what to do when you suspect you're dealing with an actual case of mental illness! Olatunde is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Cary, NC. He can be reached at: https://one-eightycounseling.com/olatunde-howard/ Recommended resources: Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Basics and Beyond...

In this episode Dr. Sandra L. Richter and JM talk about why Christians often struggle so much with the concept of environmentalism, and what Scripture calls God's people to as stewards of HIS creation! Stewards of Eden is available at - https://www.amazon.com/Stewards-Eden-Scripture-Environment-Matters/dp/0830849262/ For more from Dr. Richter, including her substack and the studies mentioned in th...

In this episode Olatunde Howard returns to the Dojo to answer a viewer's question about Pastoral Counseling, and to demonstrate how Cognitive Behavior Therapy is both Biblical and effective! Olatunde is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Cary, NC. He can be reached at: https://one-eightycounseling.com/olatunde-howard/ Recommended resources: Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Basics and Beyond -...

In this series we will be reading through the Psalms one by one and pointing out cool stuff along the way. The goal is to help get the Psalms into our theological landscape so that they help form our outlook as they have done for God's people for nearly 3,000 years. Previous videos in the series can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4bbdsVUgfc6Z_lp1cLDdhsXE_k0hoEP_ Our Baal Myth...

In this series we are reading through the Psalms one by one and pointing out cool stuff along the way. The goal is to help get the Psalms into our theological landscape so that they help form our outlook as they have done for God's people for nearly 3,000 years. Previous videos in the series can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4bbdsVUgfc6Z_lp1cLDdhsXE_k0hoEP_ Our Baal Myth pla...

In this episode we welcome @Theologyintheraw back into the Dojo to talk about his new book "From Genesis to Junia" and specifically to walk us through the passage in 1 Corinthians on head coverings. “From Genesis to Junia” is available at: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Junia-Honest-Search-Leadership/dp/0830785809/ For more on passages involving women's roles in the church, see our discussion with...

In this episode we welcome Associate Professor of Old Testament, Bethel Seminary, Dr. Kaz Hayashi (not the pro wrestler!) into the Dojo to talk about being a Hebrew Bible scholar, a Japanese Christian, studying the martial arts, and his love of anime & manga! Kaz’s chapter on “YHWH as Tyrant” can be found in the volume “Anime, Religion, and Theology” - https://www.amazon.com/Anime-Religion-Theolog...

In this episode Dr. Megan C. Roberts walks me through the entire book of Isaiah at a macro level to see how this magisterial (and daunting!) Prophetic work comes together and what it has to say to us all these millennia later! Megan's dissertation "Memory Formation in Isaiah 40-55: Poetic Reimagination that Accomplishes Comfort" is available from Brill Academic: https://brill.com/display/title/709...

In this episode JM's favorite author, Christopher Wright, talks about the recently revised edition of his bestselling Biblical Theology "The Mission of God"! Other books by Christopher Wright: * The Mission of God (2nd edition) - https://www.amazon.com/Mission-God-Unlocking-Bibles-Narrative/dp/1514000040/ * The Mission of God's People - https://www.amazon.com/Mission-Gods-People-Biblical-Theology/...

What do the Beatitudes have to do with Israel's exile? Why does the Septuagint matter? Does Paul Sloan deny the Atonement?? Here is part 2 of our discussion with Dr. Paul Sloan about his new book "Jesus and the Law of Moses" from Baker Academic, which is available at: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Law-Moses-Restoration-First-Century/dp/1540966380/ Other resources: * Jesus and Jewish Law podcast - h...

In this episode we are talking with Dr. Paul Sloan about his new book "Jesus and the Law of Moses" from Baker Academic, which is available at: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Law-Moses-Restoration-First-Century/dp/1540966380/ Other resources: * Jesus and Jewish Law podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-and-jewish-law/id1791111864 * Paul's OnScript episode with Matthew Bates and Jason...

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In this episode we welcome our friend Dr. Dru Johnson of the Center for Hebraic Thought back into the Dojo to discuss his new book "Understanding Biblical Law", which is available at: https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Biblical-Law-Thinking-Through/dp/1540967093 My recent review of Dru's book can be found at: https://youtu.be/8ixSCH1uhJI?si=s9CBA5kq5CW-kVRn Dru's previous Dojo episodes: What Hat...

In this episode we welcome back our good friend, Dr. Joey Dodson to talk about his new book, "Paul the Rabbi Philosopher" (which can be pre-ordered at: https://www.amazon.com/Paul-Rabbi-Philosopher-Philosophy-Apostles/dp/B0FD7QD4BD/ ) Joey's prior Dojo episode on Romans 7 can be found at: https://youtu.be/aoUZ9F9nQaw For more on Stoicism and Christianity: https://dailystoic.com/joseph-dodson/ ***D...

Previous episodes in the series can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4bbdsVUgfc6Z_lp1cLDdhsXE_k0hoEP_ ***Disciple Dojo shirts and gifts are available over in our online store! - https://www.zazzle.com/discipledojo ***Become a monthly Dojo Donor and help keep us going! - https://www.discipledojo.org/donate ***Dojo Donor Patches: If you are a monthly donor and would like an iron-...

In this episode we welcome @PrestonSprinkleRaw into the Dojo to talk shop! You can find the Theology in the Raw podcast at: https://theologyintheraw.com/ Pre-order Preston’s upcoming book “From Genesis to Junia” at: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Junia-Honest-Search-Leadership/dp/0830785809/ Preston's other books are available at: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Preston-Sprinkle/author/B00NAFEYGI Wa...

In this episode, we talk to evangelical scholars Bruce Fisk and Ben Norquist about their recent book on the Gaza genocide and Christian responses to it. Being Christian After the Desolation of Gaza is available at: https://www.amazon.ca/Being-Christian-After-Desolation-Gaza/dp/B0FMPF3HRQ/ Read (and sign!) the Church at the Crossroads declaration at: https://churchatthecrossroads.com/declaration/ W...

In this episode we welcome someone whose work I've wanted to highlight for a long time: Kelly Kelly, Founder of @thegracefulwarriorproject1898 finally steps into the Dojo! Read more about (support!) her work at https://www.thegracefulwarriorproject.com And https://instagram.com/thegracefulwarriorproject For more on Jesus and Jiujitsu see these other Dojo videos: * What can churches learn from Jiuj...