More Than Theology

Contemporary life often feels like an assault of appointments, deadlines, emails, social media, and headlines. Is it possible that this frenetic, crazy-making pace of life might be compromising our spiritual health? In this episode, Richard talks with Bible teacher Mark Forrest about developing a slower, more reflective rhythm of life and ways we can use that to make greater room for God.

Open Brethren churches have their own lexicon of traditional, old-timey words—like "assembly", "fellowship", and "meeting". But these old-school words often express ideas that are theologically rich and remarkably contemporary. In this episode, Richard interviews lifelong Open Brethren Bible teacher, Brian Goodwin, about these distinctive terms, what they tell us about these churches—and what they...

Are we facing a crisis of character? In recent years, we've witnesseed leaders abroad, inside and outside the church, demonstrate an often remarkable lack of character—and, in many instances, ordinary believers being happy to cheer them on. It seems that virtue is in short supply. So how do we develop Christlike character? In this episode, Richard talks with veteran Bible teacher, pastor and missi...

The pandemic has forced churches to gather in homes. But what if that was our permanent way of "doing church"? Sarah and Nick Field, founders of "The Way" home church network, talk about home churches and the massive benefits they hold for discipleship, community and "everyday mission".

Join Ben, our Pathways Online Courses Manager as he talks about conversational evangelism with Dave Mann from the Shining Lights Trust.   In this podcast, Dave reveals who his evangelism hero is, how to find freedom in evangelism, and some tips on how to approach evangelism in 2021 during a worldwide pandemic.   Stay tuned to the end of the episode for a special giveaway.   Helpful...

Join Rosie, our School of Worship Leading Co-ordinator, as she chats with Malcolm Gordon about the journey of worship and reframing our understanding of liturgy. Malcolm unpacks his thoughts on how to lead in a way that honours both our emotions and our intellect, and treasures the new as well as the old. Malcolm redefines liturgy and how it adds value to gathered worship and our lives as a whole....

Welcome to the More Than Theology Podcast.   In this weeks episode, Rory shares some thoughts around the Internet, big tech and shares his story and how that led him to launch Safe Surfer.   Safe Surfer is an incredible platform that helps family's keep safe in the digital surf.  Rory shares about what Safe Surfer is and we preview some basic usage of the app and desktop platfo...

Welcome to the More than Theology Podcast. A warm welcome to Zoë Forrest as she discusses her journey as a Pākehā women seeking to engage with Maori better in Aotearoa, New Zealand. #morethantheology #maori #pakeha

Welcome to the More Than Theology Podcast.  In this episode we invite Taryn Dryfhout to share what a Māori perspective on family and adoption looks like.   #maori #family #adoption #morethantheology

To vaccinate or not vaccinate? That is the question people are asking in our ministries—so what should a church or ministry leader say? In this episode, we interview Dr. Jacob Martin, an accomplished scientist and a Christian, about the COVID-19 vaccine and get his advice for talking about vaccines with your church, youth group or ministry.   To read the blog Jacob mentioned on this podcast,...

Join Rosie Devery our SOWL Co-ordinator and Chris Opie (Worship Development Coach Chase Oaks Church) as they talk about the role of invitation in our worship and much more.

Join Richard and Jeremy as they talk about innovation in the context of ministry.

Welcome to our More Than Theology Podcast. More Than Theology is created by Pathways College of Bible and Mission. Join Richard and Ben in this episode as we launch this exciting new endeavour, share who we are and what this podcast is all about.