Heart Pocket Podcast

Part 2 with Su Kim, who took a class by Dr. Larry Dinkins at Dallas Theological Seminary and discovers the power of Bible stories and deep discussion. There is no junior Holy Spirit for children. Su challenges pastors and the academics saying, "If it's good enough for Jesus, it's good enough for us." Today's show: Children find depth in the Word Valuing others in the teaching process Postmodern co...

Su Kim, a highly educated pastor, audits a class by Dr. Larry Dinkins at Dallas Theological Seminary and discovers the power of narrative theology, preaching with Biblical stories, and the Hebraic roots of discussing Scripture.  For all ages and education, people wonderfully discover more new treasures in the Bible. Today's show: Engaging all ages Working with the current generation Narrative apol...

How does the church body reach those who refuse to come to church? How does our value system of giftings compare to God's value system? This eye opening conversation could help us all value the giftings of people, even if they don't know Christ. Today's show: God's value system Reaching non-believers New seasons of life Links … Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God's Story: From Creation to...

Saying goodbye to a ministry you love can be heart wrenching. God moved Tami into a new season and she describes the impact. During this time of transition God was also moving on her husband's heart through God's Story: From Creation to Eternity . Today's show: Discussion style teaching Sabbaticals and the benefits God's Story: From Creation to Eternity Links … Simply the Story … Upcoming workshop...

Tami describes how her husband once refused to hear about Jesus and what caused him to finally listen to Bible stories. She shares that STS taught her about the deep relationships in the global body of Christ, good listening skills, and listening to the heart. Today's show: Respectful communication The Chosen Active listening Links … Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God's Story: From Creati...

In Part 2 of Academic Orality, Butch and Larry discuss Secondary Orality and how electronic media affects modern culture using The Ark and the Creation Museum as examples. They share how discussion helps participants to understand the accurate meaning of the story as well as to make personal applications. Today's show: The screen time and youth Google's impact on reading Secondary Orality Links …...

Orality is often presented as a tool for people with low literacy skills. But what happens when Orality meets Seminary? Butch Vernon and Larry Dinkins discuss the graduate class that they are teaching at Dallas Theological Seminary, and they relate how they lay an academic, apologetic foundation for teaching by oral methods. Today's show: Overview of DTS orality class Teaching students the practic...

This podcast with Pastor Dave Johnson of Calvary Chapel Old Towne will have you laughing at some points as he shares about the pot holes and the elephant herds. You will also be deeply touched in another part as Dave gives the testimony of a blind student that graduated from an Oral Bible School. Today's show: Leadership Development Invitation to Visit Refugee Camps Travel Adventures in Uganda Lin...

Pastor Dave Johnson from Calvary Chapel Old Towne describes a major move of God among the refugees in Uganda and Kenya. The number of STS Oral Bible Schools are spreading rapidly. Hear how the Bible impacts theology, doctrines and villages. Today's show: Training Center in Adjumani Being Ready In Season and Out of Season All Ages Learning Bible Together Links … Simply the Story … Upcoming workshop...

Pastor Dave Johnson shares his heart to equip the church body and discipleship. In the midst of implementing this desire, he explains the dynamics of transitioning from a missions pastor to the senior pastor during the covid lockdown. We also hear how this mid-sized church has grown spiritually over the past year. Today's show: Healthy Pastoral and Leadership Transition Marriages Healed Preparing...

For many years people have been taught to study narrative passages the same as non-narrative portions of the Bible. Butch discusses how stories in scripture can be studied using different tools and processes with depth and understanding.  He points out how the story can lose its power and beauty if it is dissected into minute pieces of information. Today's show: The beauty of story Genres in Scrip...

Training a child in the way he should go, takes time and teaching. Rachel shares the hard struggles of having a child that lied, confessions of an older child, and building a good name. Every parent has access to the same life manual, the Bible, and can implement these easy and creative ideas. Hear the impact the children have on others.    Today's show: Nuts and Bolts character development Childr...

Wondering how to help children learn the Bible? Struggling to train a child in the way he should go? This podcast with Rachel brings to light creative ideas for implementing Scripture in every day life, not just in school. Hear the amazing ways her children respond to God's promptings.    Today's show: Children praying specific prayers Character issues in kids  Sibling interaction with Matthew 18...

Larry Dinkins describes the impact of orality among the Buddhists, Tom Steffen shares his experience with story based methods among the animists, and Bill Bjoraker gives similar testimony of Bible narrative with Jewish people. The experience and studies that these 3 men have, runs wide. If you're wondering whether oral methods or STS might work in your region, this podcast is worth the listen.   ...

Join Larry Dinkins and Bill Bjoraker they discuss the application of the Shema in Deuteronomy 6 to our everyday lives today. Their renewed vigor for the Word of God helped lay a foundation for using the Bible in their every day marketplace adventures. Hear how this deep dive into Biblical storying improved marriages as well!    Today's show: Understanding the Shema Application of "The Chosen"   Sc...

Carolyn shares what it was like to reach retirement age and encourages others how to find the niche God has for them. The Lord used Moses at age 80, how could He use you? In Carolyn's quest for a greater ministry she describes how storytelling the Bible has expanded her ministry even with her grandchildren. Today's show: Sit for Retirement? No way! Working with People in Grace Working through Hard...

Carolyn worked as an IT Specialist for years, but when she reached retirement she asked God for an expanded ministry. As a result of obeying the Lord, hear what has impacted her from the shores of Timor to the jungles of Thailand. Now Carolyn offers the same opportunities to others to expand their ministries. Today's show: Caretaker's Struggle with Dimentia Bible Stories in Everyday Life Working t...

The Simply The Story Burkina Faso leader continues sharing some challenges from a recent workshop. Her wise words regarding the expenditure of time should cause many to rethink what we do. Hear how her children, who are also involved in ministry, encouraged pastors and leaders. Today's show: How we spend our time Children encourage leaders in the Word Bible school director impacted Links … Simply...

In this wonderful report, the Simply The Story Burkina Faso leader describes the impact of recent STS workshops as well as the use of God's Story: From Creation to Eternity. Hear how Bible students and 2 communities respond to God's Word.    Today's show: STS Impact Report Man Celebrates 2 Births in 1 Day Solar Audio Players Play the Word.   Links … Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God's St...

Listen to an inspiring interview with Jennifer as she describes her research into STS Oral Bible Schools in Ethiopia. She found that participants in these schools not only grew in their own  faith, but were able to empower others in their poor villages  to share God's Word.    Today's show: Oral Bible Schools Empowering the poor   STS in Ethiopia   Links … Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … G...

Libby shares an amazing Bible story about Gideon, and helps listeners discover how God can help them to face fear in their lives.    Today's show: Gideon Fear  Trust   Links … Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God's Story: From Creation to Eternity …   Moment for Eternity - Training for Evangelism   Follow us on Twitter ~ YouTube ~ Facebook ~ iTunes Podcast ~ Vimeo  

Join Larry Dinkins as he shares the story of the Good Samaritan, and gives vivid examples of the risks that present day good Samaritans take.    Today's show: • Taking risks • Reaching the lost   • Thailand Links … Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God's Story: From Creation to Eternity …   Moment for Eternity - Training for Evangelism … Larry Dinkins   Follow us on Twitter ~ YouTube ~ Faceb...

Jennifer Jagerson ties together her study on narrative interpretation with the powerful method of Simply The Story.  She shares common themes from people she interviewed in a poor part of Ethiopia. Quotes like, "It's [the Bible] in our heart pocket." and "I can give scripture anywhere" encourages many Christian leaders to enlist the help of STS for their people. This highly relational method is kn...

Jon Melin shares a little about his verse by verse study through the book of Romans. In 18 weeks he and his group are now in chapter 3! Jon approaches Romans from a Jewish perspective to help illuminate what Paul writes.   Today's show: Old Testament impact on Romans Justification Free Romans study and covenant series   Links … Simply the Story … Upcoming workshops … God's Story: From Creation to...

God created man with meaning and purpose. As the Western world transitioned away from Biblical worldview towards secularism, people found other ways to explain who we are and why we are here. Discover how communal time in God's Word impacts the way people work through difficult situations. Quantum personality changes are occurring as a result of Simply The Story groups. Learn why.   Today's show:...