Michael Easley inContext

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

Answered in this episode:  Are there false prophecies in the Bible? Is there accuracy to Dispensationalism? Where do I learn what the Bible says about women? How do I start reading the Bible? Did Jesus die for all, or only for the elect? Was God at work among ancient people groups besides the Israelites? And, if so, do their ancient texts line up with ours? For timestamps for each question + resou...

Michael teaches through the book of Philippians in order to offer a closer look. Many are familiar with the book of Philippians, but we come to Scripture with new perspective throughout our lives. We may know these verses well, but a reminder or closer look might yet yield a surprising revelation. For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-philippians

Dr. Michael Burer joins Michael to continue discussing Paul's letter to the Ephesians. In this conversation: Vertical implications of our salvation Horizontal implications of our salvation The singularity of God + unity of the church Spiritual gifts Gender Roles and Responsibilities as given in Ephesians The Armor of God "The salvation that God has given us is so deep, so extensive, it leaves no a...

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Ephesians. Do you love God, and would anybody know it? These are the questions Paul encourages the believer to consider in the book of Ephesians. https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-ephesians

Dr. Jeff Robinson joins Michael to continue our discussion of Paul's letter to the church at Galatia. In this conversation: -The one gospel -Salvation by faith -Living in the flesh, by faith -Fruit of the spirit Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-galatians

How do you know if a person is saved? What do we believe? How do we behave—and can that be measured? As a Christian, we generally agree on belief—but what behaviors are acceptable? This is precisely the question Paul addresses to the church in Galatia. Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-galatians/

Dr. George Guthrie joins Michael to continue our look at Paul's letters to the church at Corinth. In this episode, Michael and Dr. Guthrie discuss:  Paul's Christology The gift of being comforted, that we may comfort others The illuminating affect of growing in Christ Momentary suffering The Resurrection What it means that God's power is perfected in our weakness For Show Notes:

An overview of the book of 2 Corinthians; the Apostle Paul's most personal letter. Are you suffering? Are you concerned your prayers don't matter? Do you wonder if you're growing as a Christian? Are you struggling to maintain hope? Believer in Christ, don't lost heart. This episode is for you. https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-2corinthians/

Dr. Craig Blomberg joins Michael to share insights about the book of 1 Corinthians and discuss its application for the Church today. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Blomberg discuss: -Paul's corrections to the church at Corinth -Division and unity in the church -Judgment -What it means to inherit the Kingdom of God For notes or to learn more about Dr. Blomberg: https://michaelincontext.com/b...