Matt Ayars
Matt Ayars Podcast
The podcast of Matt Ayars, Ph. D., a pastor, biblical scholar. This podcast discusses seminary-level topics—biblical studies, theology, church history, spiritual formation—and makes them accessible to everyday believers, pastors, and seekers alike. Whether you’re a seasoned theologian or just beginning your faith journey, each episode invites you to think deeply, live faithfully, and love well. This isn’t just for the classroom—it’s for the church, the home, and the heart.
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Episodes
The Holy Spirit: An Introduction - Why I Wrote the Book 25.05.2023 12:13
In this episode, Dr. Ayars explains why he wrote the book on the Holy Spirit.
A Vision of God's Throne Room in Heaven 03.05.2023 33:19
In this episode we look at the meaning of John’s being called to heaven, the door to heaven, and the various features surrounding God the Father’s presence in throne room. Why a rainbow? Why the colors for carnelian, jasper and emerald? Why flashes of lightening and thunder? This episode explains all of these elements as understood by the original auidience as informed by the broader witness of th...
The Letter to the Church in Laodicea (Rev. 3:14–22) 24.04.2023 34:25
Christ rebukes the church in Laodicea because they are neither cold nor hot, meaning that they neither bring refreshment (cold) nor healing (hot) to the thirsty and diseased world around them. They are blind to their own sin, but Jesus extends grace by asking them to allow him to return to their assembly!
The Letter to the Church at Philadelphia (Rev. 3:7–13) 20.04.2023 28:44
John writes to the church at Philadelphia, a faithful church, but with little power. He promises them that he will preserve them through tribulation and that the reward for their faithfulness will be eternity in the presence of God.
The Letter to the Church at Sardis (Rev. 3:1-6) 11.04.2023 31:47
Dr. Ayars discusses the letter to the church at Sardis. The Christians in Sardis have the reputation of being alive but they are dead (still enslaved to sin). Christ calls them to be watchful lest they miss out on Christ’s return and final redemption.
The Letter to the Church at Thyatira (Rev. 2:18-29) 30.03.2023 52:03
In this episode, Dr. Ayars exegetes Revelation 2:18-29. He emphasizes that the even church is not a place safe from judgment for those who live in open rebellion against God. He also highlights that tolerance for sin in the church receives rebuke from the Son of God.
Letter to the Church at Smyrna (Rev. 2:8-11) 22.03.2023 34:47
Dr. Ayars continues his series in Revelation, covering the Letter to the Church at Smyrna (Rev. 2:8-11).
Letter to the Church at Ephesus (Rev. 2:1-7) 14.03.2023 36:24
Dr. Ayars continues his journey through the book of Revelation by examining the letter to the church at Ephesus.
The Vision of the Son of Man (Rev. 1:9-20) 07.03.2023 30:14
Dr. Ayars continues his series in Revelation, diving into John's inaugural vision.
Persecution and the Spirit on the Lord's Day (Rev. 1:9-11) 01.03.2023 29:28
Dr. Ayars examines Revelation 1:9-11.
Greeting to the Seven Churches (Rev. 1:4-8) 28.02.2023 22:04
Discussion on John's greeting to the seven churches in Asian.
The Seven Spirits Before the Throne and the Faithful Witness (Rev. 1:5-6) 23.02.2023 35:35
Revelation 1 continued - the seven spirits and the faithful witness of Jesus.
Asbury Revival with Isaiah Friedeman 17.02.2023 27:56
Dr. Ayars talks to Isaiah Friedeman, who is on the front lines of the Asbury Revival going on right now in Wilmore, Kentucky.
The Letter to the Universal Church (Rev. 1:4) 15.02.2023 35:54
Dr. Ayars continues his series in Revelation.
The Prologue to the Letter (Rev. 1:1-3) 31.01.2023 30:38
Dr. Murray Vasser guest hosts Seminary Unboxed and walks through Revelation 1:1-3.
Revelation: Distant Future, Past, or Present? 19.01.2023 31:12
Dr. Ayars discusses the four schools of interpretation and their approach to the book of Revelation.
Revelation: When Was It Written? 18.01.2023 35:44
Dr. Ayars continues his series on Revelation exploring issues surrounding the date of its writing.
Revelation- Interpreting Apocalyptic Literature 12.01.2023 49:00
In this episode of Seminary Unboxed, Dr. Ayars teaches on interpreting apocalyptic literature.
Who Wrote the Book of Revelation? 09.01.2023 35:31
Dr. Ayars begins his series on the book of Revelation by discussing the question of authorship.
"Here Are Your Gods" - Faithful Discipleship in Idolatrous times with Chris Wright 15.12.2022 37:40
In this episode, Dr. Chris Wright joins the podcast to discuss his new book, "Here are your Gods."
Five Things Theologians wish Biblical Scholars Knew with Hans Boersma 05.10.2022 48:23
Hans Boersma joins the podcast to discuss the five things theologians wish biblical scholars knew.
Spiritual Warfare and Exorcism w/ Pete Bellini 07.09.2022 57:58
Pete Belinni joins the Seminary Unboxed podcast to talk about his new book, The X-Manual.
Roger Olson- Against Liberal Theology 30.06.2022 41:11
Dr. Roger Olson joins the Seminary Unboxed podcast to discuss his new book, "Against Liberal Theology."
Bill Bellinger on Old Testament Theology 21.06.2022 37:51
Dr. Bill Bellinger joins the podcast to talk about his new book "Introducing Old Testament Theology."
Michael Brown and Cancel Culture 19.05.2022 38:09
Dr. Michael Brown joins the podcast to discuss how Christians should respond to cancel culture.
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