The Podechesis Podcast

What are sacraments?  How are they different from Means of Grace?  How many sacraments are there?  How are the sacraments “effectual for salvation?”  Are the sacraments necessary for salvation?  Do the sacrament still matter today? On this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about questions 91-93 in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism that deal with the sacrame...

What is the “Word of God?”  Can the Bible be trusted?  Is preaching important?  What do “inerrancy” mean?  Infallibility?  Inspiration of scripture?  Does the Bible even still matter? On this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about questions 89-90 in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism.   The guys will talk about how the Word is living and active, the power o...

How does Christ communicate to us the benefits of redemption?  What is an “ordinance?”  What is the Word?  Sacrament?  Prayer?  Do the “Means of Grace” still matter today? On this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about question 88 in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism.   The guys will discuss why God “communicates” with us, the ways in which God reveals him...

How do we escape the punishment of sin and disobedience to God?  What does it mean to have faith in Christ?  What is faith?  What is repentance?  How does one repent of their sins? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about questions 85-87 in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism.  These questions concern what it means to have faith in Christ and to repent...

Can any person, in their own strength and power, keep the commands of God?  What are the consequences of breaking those commands?  Are all sins equal in the sight of God?  What are the wages, or earnings, of sin? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about questions 82-84 in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism.  These questions concern the consequences of...

On this special episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys are joined by Dr. Timothy Tennent, President of Asbury Theological Seminary.   They talk about Dr. Tennent’s new book, Foundations of the Christian Faith (Seedbed), the future of Methodism, and all things catechism. Questions? Send us an email or leave a voicemail. questions@podechesis.com Voicemail:  (404) 635-6679‬ Spirit & Truth The Po...

What does it mean to covet your neighbor’s things?  What is the meaning of true contentment?  Is there ever a time when it is ok not to be happy with one’s station in life?  Does the tenth commandment still matter today? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism that deal with the 10th commandment (On...

What is truth and why is it important?  Why is truth-telling a part of the Ten Commandments?  How does not bearing false witness impact our “neighbor?”  Does the ninth commandment even matter today? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism that deal with the 9th commandment (On not bearing false witn...

What is the big deal about “stealing?”  Why is theft part of the prohibitions in the Ten Commandments?  What are the implications that this commandment puts on how we live faithful lives?  What does this commandment have to say in how we treat our neighbors? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism t...

What is adultery?  In what ways does adultery manifest in our lives?  What role do we have in “preserving our own AND our neighbor’s chastity?”  How do things like “thoughts” and “words” contribute to adultery? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism that deal with the 7th commandment (On not commit...

What does it meant to not kill/murder/take a life?  What does it mean to preserve one’s life and/or the lives of others?  Are there just means in taking a life?  How does the sixth commandment speak to wider issues of life like: euthanasia, capital punishment, when life begins, poverty, education, etc.? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about the questions in John Wesley’s R...

On this special episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys are joined by Dr. Kevin Watson, Acting Director of Wesley House of Studies at T ruett Theological Seminary at Baylor University and Pastor of Discipleship at First United Methodist Church in Waco, TX.  They talk about Kevin’s new book, Perfect Love (Seedbed), the power of small groups, and how recovering the doctrine of sanctification can...

What does it mean to honor our parents?  What is purpose behind the 5th commandment?  Why do our relationships, especially between us and our parents, matter in our relationship with God?  What does this commandment say about relationships in general? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism that dea...

On this special episode of The Podechesis Podcast the guys are joined by Dr. Ken Collins, Professor of Historical Theology and Wesley Studies at Asbury Theological Seminary.  They talk about Ken’s new book,  Jesus the Stranger (Seedbed) , the beauty of historical theology, and why running is good for drawing closer to God. Listen and Subscribe to Podechesis on:  Apple  (Leave a 5-Star Review!!!), ...

What is the Sabbath?  Why is a day of “rest” so important that it is included in the Ten Commandments?  Is it really a big deal if we work on Sundays (or whenever the sabbath is)?  Does sabbath even matter today? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys are joined by Maggie Ulmer of Spirit & Truth, Firebrand Magazine, and Plain Truth: A Holy Spirited Podcast to talk about the questions...

What does the third commandment mean by “You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain?  What are ways in which we misuse God’s “name” today?  Does the third commandment speak to more than just “bad words?”  Does the third commandment still matter today? On this episode of the Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Cate...

What is the big deal with “graven images?”  Are images that depict Jesus bad?  What are images that we worship today?  What does it mean that God is a jealous God?   In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys discuss the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism that deal with the second commandment.  They talk about what “graven images” are, idolatry and th...

What is the first commandment and why does it matter?  What does it mean to not have other gods before God?  Why does God demand our complete loyalty?  How do we worship God alone?  How do we keep from worshipping other Gods?   On this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys are joined by Tony Miltenberger of The Reclamation Podcast and Spirit & Truth to discuss the set of questions in John We...

Why are the Ten Commandments important?  What does the preface to the Ten Commandments teach us about God and us?  What is it about God’s nature that binds us to keep his commands?  How is obedience the appropriate response to God’s grace?   In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys examine questions 43-44 of  John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism  and talk about th...

What is the obligation of all believers?  How are Christians to know what that obligation is?  What is the moral law?  What are the Ten Commandments and do they still matter today?     In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys examine Questions 39-42 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism and discuss Christian duty, the reason that obedience is key to faithful liv...

What happens to believers when they die?  What does it mean to “rest in their graves until the resurrection?  What is the resurrection of the dead?  Do we immediately meet Jesus upon our death or is there a “waiting” time?  Why does death and resurrection matter?   In this episode of the Podechesis Podcast, the guys discuss the benefits of death and resurrection for believers.  They will talk abou...

On this very special edition, The Podechesis Podcast  takes a break from our regularly scheduled catechetical dive into what Christians believe and why it matters to bring you a special episode featuring biblical studies professor at Asbury Theological Seminary, pastor, spiritual coach, author, and friend of the show Dr. Brian Russell.    Dr. Russell talks about his new book, Centering Prayer: Sit...

What benefits does salvation bring in this life? Why does justification and sanctification matter?  Can we be assured of God’s love for us and be confident in our salvation?  Can we truly live in joy and peace in this life?   In this episode of the Podechesis podcast, the guys discuss question 36 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism : Q36-What are the benefits that in thi...

What is sanctification?  What is Christian perfection?  Is entire sanctification in this life possible?  How does the promise of salvation continue beyond the “altar experience?”   In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys are joined by Dr. Scott Kisker, professor of church history at United Theological Seminary in Dayton, OH to discuss Question 35 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westmi...

The Podechesis Podcast (Episode 27): On the Benefits of Salvation: Justification   What is justification?  What about regeneration?  What sort of change does God work in us at the moment of our salvation?  What is salvation and why does it matter?   In this episode of the Podechesis Podcast, the guys tackle questions 33 and 34 in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism : Q33-Wh...