The Pursuit of Wisdom

What are should we watch as christians? How should we think about the content we consume? How are we to think about these things in light of Jesus sacrifice for us? Joel Otten and TPoW team take a deep dive in the topic of faith and film through the lens of the historic drama: Gladiator (2000)

Enjoy this extended episode with 4 of the 2025 christian union presidents as they discuss wisdom in leadership and other topics. There are funny moments, serious moments and a lot in between.

So after going through the fear of the Lord, and what the proverbs say about humility, we are looking at the heart. What is the heart? What does the old testament mean when it talks about it? How should we guard our heart? Join us as we have our final discussion with Grant Moore in the book of Proverbs.

Humility is an important topic that the bible talks about a lot both in the old and new testaments. Join us as we explore what the Proverbs say on the topic of humility with Grant Moore.

What does the bible mean when it's says we are to "fear the Lord"? Join us as we explore the wisdom literature in the Proverbs with Grant Moore starting with "the fear of the Lord..." (Proverbs 1:7).

God! A big topic with a lot to talk about, so join us in part two of our chat with Campbell Markham about, God and the Trinity. Why is knowing of all three persons of God relevant? How does it apply to the Gospel? How do we know an infinite God? Campbell's Book Suggestions: Knowing God - J.I. Packer: ⁠https://reformers.com.au/products/9780340863541-knowing-god-with-study-guide-third-revised-editio...

God. A big topic with a lot to talk about, so join us in part one of our chat with Campbell Markham about, who is God? Why is He relevant? Can we know God exists? What is His plan? Campbell's Book Suggestions: Knowing God - J.I. Packer: https://reformers.com.au/products/9780340863541-knowing-god-with-study-guide-third-revised-edition-packer-j-i Holiness - J.C. Ryle: https://koorong.com/product/hol...

Welcome back as we dive into a few brief questions on theology and the testimony of how it can change lives. We were joined by Terence for this discussion and had a great time; we hope you do too.  Note: The one more C' of the Reformed Faith is 'Calvinist'. Something we'll be keen to look into in the future.  Terence's book recommendations: J.I. Packers Sovereignty and Evangeli...

Enjoy this episode as Joel Otten joins us to discuss the topic of Church & Worship. What does the bible say? What is the purpose of the worship? How should we worship? Those are just some of the questions we tackle in the second part of this discussion. ⁠ Book Recommendations from Joel: ⁠ What Happens When We Worship?: https://reformers.com.au/products/9781601788160-what-happens-when-we-worshi...

Enjoy this episode as Joel Otten joins us to discuss the topic of Church & Worship. What does the bible say? What is the purpose of the Church? Can I leave my church? Those are just some of the questions we tackle in the first part of this discussion. Book Recommendations from Joel: Devoted to God's Church - Sinclair B. Ferguson https://reformers.com.au/products/9781848719767-devoted-to-go...

Join us as we discuss how we are transformed by the truth of the gospel with William Taylor. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_pursuit_of_wisdom_podcast_/

Join us as we discuss the reliability of the gospel and what implications that has for us today. Book Recommendation: During the recording Ann mentions a book by Craig Blomberg on Creation. This was a mistake, the book is actually 'In the Beginning' by Henri Blocher. A book Ann suggests, is helpful for understanding more of creation. Go follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_pursui...

Join us as we chat with Pastor Mark Vivian and discuss the question, What is the gospel?

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