Michael Easley inContext

Michael teaches through the very short, personal letters of 2 and 3 John. Each letter details the facets of fellowship and encourages believers to hold fast to the truth of Christ. For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-23john/

Dr. Charles Baylis helps us unpack this first epistle from the Apostle John. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Baylis discuss: John's Apostolic defense Apostolic teaching as the foundation of the church Who is John? (He's not Jesus' half-brother!) John's surprising reference to the New Covenant Christ's unlimited atonement And more...    For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episo...

There are lots of debates about what this first epistle from John is about, but he makes his purpose statement clear: "These have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name." Join us as we study this encouraging letter.  For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-1john/

Dr. Tom Schreiner is back to help us continue to unpack Peter's 2nd letter. His episode on 1 Peter was illuminating and we're grateful to share his wisdom and expertise again in this episode! For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-2-peter/

Michael teaches through the book of 2 Peter.  This is a marvelous book and a final address from the Apostle Peter, the original spokesperson of the Church, imploring the believers to remember what he taught after he's gone. For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-2peter/

Dr. Tom Schreiner joins Michael to discuss the book of 1 Peter. In this episode, Michael and Dr. Schreiner talk about: For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-1peter/

A truly pastoral charge, the book of 1 Peter deals with living with and in suffering and calls us to rejoice nonetheless in the joy of our salvation. Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-1peter/

Dr. William Varner joins us to continue our discussion on the book of James. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Varner discuss: The person: James The Jerusalem council Enduring trials Wisdom: what is it, how do we get it? And much more.  For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-james/

The book of James is often called "The Proverbs of the New Testament." It's filled with commands, allusions to the Old Testament, and language reminiscent of Jesus' famous Sermon on the Mount.  Join us as we examine what this text tells us about: Faith & works Enduring trials Wisdom Temptation & The will of God For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-james/

Dr. George Guthrie is back on inContext to help us continue our study of the book of Hebrews. "Your perseverance in the Christian life will be in direct proportion to the clarity with which you see who Jesus is and what He has accomplished on our behalf." Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-hebrews/

A look at the rich and rewarding text of Hebrews. "Hebrews integrates Old Testament theology and New Testament Christology in a way no other book does." For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-hebrews/

Dr. Constantine Campbell joins Michael to discuss the short book of Philemon. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Campbell discuss: Paul, history's most profound missionary The relational oneness of believers Paul's unique word choices in his letter to Philemon Navigating Christian values in the ancient culture "Effective" fellowship in the faith Implications of this text for present-day ministr...

Michael teaches through the book of Philemon. Though short in length, what this text covers has great depth. "The world is crazy, but Scripture is stable and trustworthy. Don't let the world teach you theology." For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-philemon/

Dr. Bob Yarbrough joins Michael to discuss Paul's letter to Titus. In this episode, Michael and Dr. Yarbrough discuss:  The person: Titus Leadership roles in the church Being "above reproach" Leadership qualities and character Works/deeds versus faith Faith, hope, and love Conflict in the church "Sound doctrine is foundational to living a fruitful life." -Dr. Yarbrough Show Notes: https://michaeli...

Michael teaches through Titus: a great book and a timely message. "The tension of faith and works will always exist in the heart of man because, I think, sown in somewhere to our sinful life is: "I gotta do good." The motivation for what we do, and why we do it, is the hard part to diagnose." https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-Titus

Dr. E is back in the studio answering your questions! In this episode:  Do you still think the NASB is the translation closest to the original text? Is the Trinity three Persons, or one with three roles? What are your thoughts on the age of the earth? ...What about dinosaur bones? For show notes including timestamps for each question: https://michaelincontext.com/ask-dr-e-13/

A teaching on the book of 2 Timothy. Paul's second letter to Timothy, the last letter he wrote, stands alone as a personal exhortation from a father in the faith to his spiritual son. In it, Paul encourages: Be strong and courageous Do not be ashamed of the gospel Entrust sound doctrine to those who will also teach others Endure hardship Fulfill your ministry This text is unique in its warning, en...

Dr. Mark Bailey joins Michael to discuss Paul's letters to Timothy, and how they apply to us today. Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-1-2-timothy/

A short book full of practical theology, we look at the first of the three Pastoral Epistles today: 1 Timothy. Paul writes to a younger Timothy about how to organize and and oversee the church at Ephesus. His instruction is loving, simple, and timeless.  https://michaelincontext.com/1-timothy/

Janet Parshall joins Michael to answer our 10 Questions.  In this conversation Michael and Janet discuss: Sharing in the suffering of Christ Urgency for sharing the gospel with others Walking and growing in intimacy with God "I'm not trying to win over the favor of a party or a political candidate, I want to articulate God's truth in the marketplace of ideas." Show Notes: https://michaelincontext....

Michael teaches through the book of 2 Thessalonians: persevere when facing persecution, stand firm on sound doctrine, and follow the right examples of faith. https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-2-thessalonians/

Dr. Jeffrey Weima joins Michael to discuss Paul's letters to the Thessalonians. In this conversation, Michael & Dr. Weima discuss: Paul's missionary history & his time in Thessalonica Trinitarian theology in 1 Thessalonians Persecution of the church End times: the return of Christ The empowerment of the Holy Spirit to live a sanctified life. The rapture A Biblical perspective on work And much more...

Michael teaches through the book of 1 Thessalonians: a common-sense overview of sanctification. In this letter, we see Paul's fatherly affection, encouragement, and nurturing toward the Thessalonian believers—and his fatherly exhortation: grow in Christ and be bold in sharing the gospel. For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-1-thessalonians/

Dr. Joshua Jipp joins Michael to continue our discussion on the book of Colossians. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Jipp talk about: Why Paul wrote the letter to the Colossians The ancient cultural context of Colossae Our role in our own sanctification A Christian's role in politics Paul's instructions for marriage For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-colossians

Michael teaches through the book of Colossians, a deeply Christ-centered text that prompts each of us to ask: what's at the center of our lives? https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-colossians