Everyday Theology

In this episode, Dustin and Ben lead their listeners through Acts 17:16-31 about Paul's ministry in Athens after leaving Thessalonica. Paul modeled some wonderful examples of ministry moving forward for the current-day church as well.  This episode is brought to you by Welch College Divinity School . Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christia...

For the content of this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss the importance of integrating a plurality of leadership in the local church as a way of sharing the ministry and caring for the elders.  This podcast is brought to you by Welch Divinity School ! Through the Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree, Welch Divinity School seeks to foster Christian scholarship and to provide leaders with graduate...

As the new year embarks, we are going to introduce our listeners to F. Leroy Forlines's The Quest For Truth: Theology for Postmodern Times . This episode is dedicated to the first chapter dealing with upper story knowledge. To buy the book, click here .

Church polity is the way in which you organize and lead your church. However, there are so many different iterations for how this plays out in the church. In this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss some nuances of polity for believers.

The most popular Old Testament prophecy regarding the birth of Christ is from Isaiah 9:1-7. There is nothing more hopeful, peaceful, joyful, and loving than to meditate on the truth that God sent Jesus Christ, His Son, into the world for our salvation. 

There are many believers who have never read the prophet Zepheniah's words. However, this minor prophet has a wonderful word for us in this Advent season!  Welch Divinity School: https://welch.edu/academics/graduate-programs/mdiv-master-of-divinity-degree/

In this first Advent episode, Ben and Dustin discuss the hope found in John 1:14 about God becoming a man for us. 

In this episode, Ben and Dustin dive a bit deeper into the justification topic regarding other theologians' understandings of Paul and his theology of justification by faith. Often, this is called the "New Perspectives on Paul," however we find some errors within its bounds.  Links for "The New Perspectives": Paul and Palestinian Judaism - E.P. Sanders Paul and the Faithfulness of God - N.T....

In this episode of Everyday Theology, Ben and Dustin discuss the necessity of renewing the future by retrieving the past. What is the necessity of creeds and confessions in the Church today? What is the purpose of connecting with Christianity's past? All of this and more are discussed in this episode!  Links:  Theological Retrieval for Evangelicals - Gavin Ortlund Arminian and Baptist -...

In this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss the non-negotiables of Christian proclamation. Lots is lost whenever these elements are neglected in sermon development and delivery.

In Romans and Galatians, Paul gives some very specific language about a believer's justification before God. In this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss justification and the different perspectives on it.

In your own Bible study, do you find yourself in slumps from time to time trying to figure out the meaning of a particular text? In this episode, Dustin and Ben discuss helpful ways to study the Bible! 

In this episode, Ben and Dustin follow up on the "Delighting in the Bible" episode and speak to the topic of how to know you are a Christian. What is it that can one can see in your life to confirm your salvation? Ultimately, this question is answered by the believer's sanctification. This episode gives ordinary, everyday believers hope for progressing in growth in Christ.  Books mentioned: "...

In this episode, Dustin and Ben discuss some practical principles for how everyday believers can delight in the Bible.

In this episode, Ben and Dustin grapple through the Reformed Arminian position of assurance of salvation. To see Ben's presentation at the 2021 Theological Symposium, click here !

We are pleased to announce a new publication from our contributor, Ben Campbell! He has published his first book titled, Expository Preparation , and Dustin interviews Ben about the book!  To purchase the book, go to www.everydaytheology.co/publications, and to use your discount, you can use the code first25 and receive 25% off! 

Why should you, your family, and even your church participate in the mission of God? In this conversation, Ben interviews Don Matchett, Director of Development at IM, Inc., to discuss these topics!  IM, Inc.

One distinct element of Baptist theology is the importance of associations (or communion) or churches. Why are associations important? Jake Stone and Ben discuss it in this bonus episode!

Have you ever wondered how Baptists came to be? Have you had questions about the history of Baptists? Jake Stone gives wonderful insights into the history of Baptist thinking and how general and particular Baptists can work together to advance the kingdom of Christ.

In this episode, we interview Matthew Steven Bracey, Assistant Professor of Theology and Culture at Welch College. We discuss the main tenants of how Christians should involve themselves in the world as we know it. For more information on Welch College, visit welch.edu. Bruce Ashford's "Every Square Inch"  Albert Wolters' "Creation Regained"

In this episode, Ben and Dustin follow up Dustin's post "Where Do We Go From Fere?" and answer the question on how ministry should be moving forward post-pandemic.  Dustin's original post: " Where Do We Go From Here? "

In this episode, Ben and Dustin discuss the plurality principle for eldership in the local church. 

In this episode, Dustin interviews Ben with an update on their family's journey through their son's Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis.

In this episode, Ben and Dustin further discuss the ministry and necessity of deacons in the local church. 

In this episode, Ben interviews Jeff Rice, Owner of Post Tenabrus Lux Bible Rebinding, about preaching the Epistle to the Hebrews. There are several generalized perspectives on this book of the Bible to discuss. Jeff's business: Post Tenebras Lux Bibles