New Churches Masterclass

Mary Wiley explores God’s incommunicable attributes—those He does not share with humanity. Wiley emphasizes that studying these attributes should lead not merely to intellectual understanding but to deeper relational knowledge, worship, and awe of the transcendent yet knowable God.

Contemporary challenges to the doctrine of the Trinity are examined by highlighting historic and modern heresies that distort the biblical understanding of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Malcolm Yarnell encourages believers to combat these errors by grounding their communities in Scripture, classical creeds, prayerful dependence on the Spirit, and careful teaching that honors both the myster...

Malcolm Yarnell presents a rich biblical and theological overview of the Trinity, emphasizing that the one true God eternally exists as three coequal and coeternal persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Drawing from key Scriptures and historic Christian doctrine, he unpacks the eternal relations of origin, mutual indwelling, and the unified yet distinct roles of each person of the Godhead in creat...

Malcolm Yarnell explores the beauty, awe, and transformative power of God's holiness, drawing from Scripture, theology, and historical insight to emphasize God's absolute purity and otherness. 

Malcolm Yarnell provides a thorough exploration of the doctrine of God, examining His existence, nature, and attributes, including the differences between communicable and incommunicable traits as well as His transcendent and immanent qualities. Yarnell highlights God's infinity, holiness, and love, urging worship and obedience in response to His perfect and gracious revelation.

Michael Kruger explores why Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John stand apart from other so-called “gospels” as the most historically reliable sources about Jesus. By examining their early dating, apostolic connections, restrained storytelling, and acceptance by the early church, Kruger makes a compelling case for trusting the canonical Gospels over later writings.

Many Christians struggle to remember what they read in the Bible—not because of poor memory, but because they rely on reading alone instead of practicing biblical meditation. Don Whitney explains the difference between worldly and biblical meditation, urges believers to “read big, meditate small,” and offers simple, practical methods to absorb God’s Word deeply for lasting transformation.

Don Whitney explores the personal spiritual discipline of prayer, addressing the common struggle of boredom and repetition in prayer by offering a simple, biblical solution: praying the Bible. By turning Scripture—especially the Psalms—into personalized prayers, believers can deepen their communion with God, avoid mindless repetition, and experience a more meaningful, Spirit-led prayer life.

Reading the Bible well requires more than just knowing what it says—it calls for a balanced, intentional approach that engages the mind (information), the heart (theology), and the soul (transformation). Jonathan Pennington encourages a holistic, Spirit-led approach to Scripture that shapes how we live, lead, and love others.

The Bible is not a disconnected anthology of spiritual writings, but a unified, divinely authored story that unfolds God’s plan of redemption through Jesus Christ. With clarity and conviction, Jeff Medders presents the Bible as an epic narrative—true, authoritative, and hope-filled—calling pastors, church planters, and believers to live, preach, and disciple in light of the grand story of creation...

Michael Kruger addresses the foundational Christian belief in the Bible as God’s word and explores how the 27-book New Testament canon came to be recognized. Contrary to modern critiques, Kruger presents historical and theological evidence for a second-century core canon, showing early consensus and divine authorship.

In a world full of false promises and shifting truths, Scripture stands as a timeless, trustworthy foundation—offering clarity, purpose, and hope for those who follow Christ. Walter Strickland explains how the Bible is more than a book of facts. It reveals the character of God, fuels our sanctification, shapes our prayers, and empowers every aspect of Christian life—from resisting temptation to di...

Biblical inerrancy begins with a God who lovingly and clearly reveals Himself to His people through both general and special revelation, culminating in Scripture as His perfect, trustworthy Word. Grounded in historical, theological, and exegetical foundations, Walter Strickland explains inerrancy’s meaning, its development, and its vital implications for how we read, interpret, and submit to the B...

What does it mean for Scripture to be inspired? Brandon Smith explains that, far more than emotional or moral influence, divine inspiration means that the Bible is the very breath of God—authoritative, unified, and powerful—shaping the church by the Spirit and equipping believers to faithfully proclaim God’s Word with confidence and reverence.

Gospel-centered ministry isn’t a trend—it’s biblical Christianity that must remain at the heart of our message, motivation, model, means, and mission. Using the “Five M’s,” Jeff Medders unpacks how the gospel is not just the starting point of faith but the sustaining power that shapes every aspect of life and ministry.

True Christian theology must be grounded in a personal response to the gospel, not just knowledge of it—Christ and his redemptive work are the foundation, framework, and focus of all doctrine. Jeff Medders discusses how, from brief conversations to full sermons, pastors should be prepared to clearly communicate the gospel at any moment, recognizing that every theological truth ultimately points ba...

In a time of deep polarization, theological triage offers a biblical and practical framework for discerning which doctrines are essential to the Christian faith and which allow for charitable disagreement. Gavin Ortlund explains that by distinguishing between first-rank gospel truths and secondary or tertiary issues, believers can uphold both theological integrity and Christian unity without dying...

The pastor theologian is not an academic specialist but a shepherd who interprets all of life through the lens of God’s Word for the sake of forming disciples. Rooted in the church and shaped by Scripture, Kevin Vanhoozer explains that pastor theologians cultivate biblical, doctrinal, and cultural literacy through preaching, catechesis, prayer, and communal reading—guiding believers to live in Chr...

Theology exists to form faithful, wise disciples by shaping both individual believers and the church through a deep understanding of Scripture and doctrine. Learn from Kevin Vanhoozer how theology equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, conviction, and gospel-centered purpose in every context.

Theology is not dry speculation but a joyful, practical pursuit grounded in God’s self-revelation—especially in Christ—and meant to shape how we live and worship. Kevin Vanhoozer clarifies key misconceptions, distinguishes theology from religious studies, and defends systematic theology as both biblical and unifying when centered on the gospel.

The New Churches Masterclass podcast is your go-to source for practical, gospel-centered training to fuel faithful ministry. Each episode features sessions from a variety of masterclass courses—covering theology, preaching, church planting, sending churches, and more. Whether you’re a pastor, planter, or ministry leader, you’ll gain the biblical foundations, practical tools, and leadership insight...