Pastor Scholar Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 48 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we sit down with Dr. Richard Bargas, Executive Director of the IFCA, to explore why the IFCA continues to champion biblical faithfulness in a rapidly changing church culture and why this year's theme, Holy Ambition, has sparked an important conversation. What should truly drive the church, and are today's ambitions...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 47 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we see that Scripture teaches that every believer has been gifted for the building up of Christ's body, yet many Christians spend their entire lives wondering where they fit. Are spiritual gifts something we discover through assessments, experience, or the ordinary means God has already provided? This conversation wrest...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 46 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we ask if a Christian can hold to both Calvinism and Dispensationalism, or if these systems ultimately collide. Behind the labels are deeper questions about salvation, God’s sovereignty, Israel, the Church, and how Scripture should be interpreted. We wrestle with why these debates exist in the first place and whether a liter...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 45 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we ask what if the way we measure “church health” isn’t as clear as we think? Scripture calls us to make disciples, not just count visible responses, yet we often look for numbers to tell the story. In this conversation, we wrestle with what baptism truly signifies, what it doesn’t, and whether our metrics reflect genuine sp...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 44 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we discuss how Jesus spoke of life, yet also called His followers to take up their cross and follow Him. Scripture doesn’t shy away from suffering, but what happens when the church does? In a culture drawn to comfort and positivity, this conversation wrestles with whether something essential is being left unsaid. If we misun...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 43 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we ask what it means to recover something that was never meant to be reinvented. In a time when labels shift and identities blur, we ask whether the word evangelical still carries the weight of a high view of Scripture, the exclusivity of Christ, and a zeal for gospel proclamation. If the church is “the pillar and support of...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 42 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we see that missions are not sustained by passion alone, but by truth rightly understood. Scripture warns that zeal without knowledge leads astray, and what we believe about God will shape how we proclaim Him to the nations. If Christ and His Word are not central, even well meaning missions can mislead.  Chad Vegas is the fo...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 41 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we see that throughout Scripture, God reveals His faithfulness to His promises and His saving purposes for both Jew and Gentile. We explore gospel ministry among Jewish people and the enduring hope found in Jesus Christ, the promised Messiah. As the Word exposes humanity’s need for redemption, it calls every person to repent...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 40 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we see that understanding Scripture requires seeing the unfolding story of God’s promises from Genesis to Revelation, where the biblical covenants progressively reveal His character, His faithfulness, and the development of His redemptive plan. These covenants form the framework for God’s dealings with Israel and the Church,...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 39 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we explore the long-debated idea of Biblicism—how believers approach Scripture and why it matters for understanding God’s truth. Throughout Scripture, God calls His people to hear, believe, and obey His Word, trusting that it is clear, sufficient, and authoritative. This conversation invites you to consider what it truly mea...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 36 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we see that in every generation, people long to see God move in power. With headlines claiming revival and church attendance on the rise, how should believers discern what’s truly happening? Scripture reminds us that genuine awakening begins not with emotion, but with repentance and faith in Christ alone. Watch as we examine...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 37 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we pull back the curtain on the heart, vision, and prayer that shaped the Pastor | Scholar Podcast. From the very first idea to today’s most impactful discussions, discover how a desire to proclaim truth and equip believers has guided every episode. -------------------------------------------------- At Pastor | Scholar, we b...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 36 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we ask the question of what it truly means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. The Bible calls us not only to believe but to follow—denying ourselves, taking up our cross, and walking in obedience to Him. We examine what Scripture teaches about discipleship, the Great Commission, and how churches today often miss this vital tr...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 35 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we see that throughout Scripture, we are told to watch and be ready, for the signs of the times will not take us by surprise if we cling to God’s Word. In this conversation, we open the Bible and consider what Jesus taught about wars, rumors of wars, nations rising against nations, and the beginning of birth pangs. The call...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 34 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we unpack the most misquoted and misunderstood verses in modern Christianity. Not everything said in the name of Scripture is faithful to what God actually said. Sometimes what sounds biblical is far from what the Bible really teaches. In this episode, we test familiar phrases against the Word rightly handled. The goal is no...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 33 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we explore some of the most pressing questions Christians are asking today. From how to disciple children, to sharing truth with Catholic or charismatic friends, to responding biblically to criticism and immigration. What is true fellowship? Can Christians use social media without compromise? Is your local church preparing y...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 32 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we explore the spiritual gifts. Are they still active or were some meant only for a time? In this episode, we challenge popular assumptions about tongues, healing, and prophecy by turning to Scripture. What if what many believe today doesn’t align with what the Bible actually teaches? The answers may surprise you. ----------...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 31 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we explore what is Heaven really like and who actually qualifies to enter? We look into questions about the afterlife, from the nature of the pearly gates to whether we’ll know each other there. What does Scripture truly say about eternity?  -------------------------------------------------- At Pastor | Scholar, we bridge th...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 30 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we explore this powerful yet often misunderstood phrase, "Christ is King", through the lens of Scripture. From the Old Testament roles of prophet, priest, and king to Jesus’ words before Pilate, we unpack what it means for Christ to reign now and in the future as well as address common misuses and misunderstandings...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 29 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we we tackle some of the most pressing issues facing the Church today—from the rise of women pastors to the dangers of Christian celebrity culture. Should seminary education be required for preachers? Are mass baptisms truly honoring the Lord's ordinance? How should believers conduct themselves online? These and more on...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Episode 30 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we sit down with Dr. Chris Burnett to explore the Current State of International Missions. From the decline of full-time missionaries to the urgent need to reach the unreached in the 10/40 Window, this episode uncovers the challenges and opportunities facing evangelical missions today. Dr. Burnett, a leader with The Master’s...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most controversial and misunderstood topics in Christianity—Hell. Why do so many people believe in Heaven, but not in Hell? What does the Bible really teach about Hell, Hades, Sheol, and the Lake of Fire? Join us as we explore: + The origin of Hell and its biblical foundations - 00:03:45 + Hell, Hades, Sheol, Lake of Fire-Are these the...

Send us Fan Mail What Makes a Book Publishable? 📚 In this special episode of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Madison Trammel to delve into the world of Christian publishing. + Discover the criteria publishers consider when selecting books for publication. + Explore if there are pressures and expectations within academic publishing, including the push for innovative and challeng...

Send us Fan Mail What is a Premillennial view of the end times? How do hermeneutics effect your view of the end times? Does Dispensationalism help explain what Christ will do in the Millennial Kingdom? Join Pastor Ryan Day, Dr. Cory M. Marsh, and Chris Miller as they answer these question in episode 25 from the Pastor Scholar Podcast. Interested in learning more about Dispensationalism history? Dr...

Send us Fan Mail Why do we celebrate Christmas on the 25th? Why was Mary chosen to bare Jesus Christ? In episode 24 of the Pastor Scholar Podcast, Pastor Ryan Day, Dr. Cory M. Marsh, and Chris Miller answer this question. -------------------------------------------------- At Pastor | Scholar, we bridge the gap between the local church and Christian academia, diving deep into Scripture, theology, a...