Whole & Holy: Navigating Faith in a Fragmented World

Most teenagers aren’t rejecting the Bible—they’re just bored or disconnected from it. Dr. Graham Stanton joins Justin Polsley to unpack why “just getting teens to read” misses the point. Together they explore what happens when youth leaders move beyond information transfer toward relational, dialogical, and theologically grounded engagement with Scripture. The conversation reframes what spiritual...

Dr. Al Tizon discusses missiology, the mission of the church, and the intersection of the gospel and mission. He emphasizes the importance of reconciliation in the church and the need to embrace diversity. He also explores the concept of false and half gospels and advocates for a holistic understanding of the gospel. Finally, he offers insights on how youth ministries can engage in mission in a me...

Professor Dan Treier wrote a big book about Jesus. In this podcast, Dan thoroughly explains key things about Jesus. Dr. Treier talks about why Jesus had to be fully God and fully human. He says if Jesus wasn't really God, worshipping him would be wrong. And if Jesus wasn't fully human, he couldn't make all of human life right again. The episode explores how Jesus is the "mediator" between God and...

Zero Cost Way To Support Me :) Dr. Gareth Crispin and Dr. Robin Barfield discuss the top-down and bottom-up approaches to children's ministry and the growing tension between the two. They explore the philosophical and sociological factors that have led to the shift from top-down to bottom-up approaches. They also delve into the theological anthropology of James Loder and how it informs their under...

Support for free by subscribing to my Substack Dr. Collin Cornell discusses the mission of God and challenges the traditional view of God's mission as solely reparative. He emphasizes God's desire to draw near to creation and dwell with it. Dr. Cornell also explores the relationship between God's mission and Israel, highlighting the importance of understanding Israel's purpose beyo...

Dr. Felipe Do Vale discusses his book 'Gender as Love: A Theological Account of Human Identity, Embodied Desire, and Our Social Worlds.' He explains his interest in the topic of gender and how it has evolved over the years. Dr. Do Vale argues for a theological approach to gender, bridging the gap between those who focus on gender and those who focus on theology. He proposes that gender is...

Summary Dr. Patrick Schreiner discusses the transfiguration of Jesus and its significance. He explains that the transfiguration is often overlooked in comparison to other events in Jesus' life, but it is an important event that reveals Jesus' glory and confirms his identity as the Son of God. The presence of Moses and Elijah represents the law and the prophets, affirming Jesus' role in...

Summary Dr. Carmen Imes, Associate Professor of Old Testament at Biola University, discusses the concept of the image of God in her interview with Justin on the Reorthodox Theology podcast. She explains that the image of God is not tied to a specific human capacity, but rather to our physicality as human beings. Dr. Imes argues that every human, regardless of disability or other differences, is th...

Join us for a thought-provoking episode as we dive into the fascinating world of Tertullian's view of Christology and its profound influence on the development of the Western Church. Our guest for this enlightening conversation is Dr. David Wilhite, a distinguished Professor of Christian Theology with a deep expertise in the subject matter. Dr. Wilhite, having obtained his PhD from The Univers...

Rudolf K. Gaisie is a Research Fellow at the Akrofi-Christaller Institute of Theology, Mission and Culture at Akropong-Akuapem, Ghana, and serves as Director of the Institute’s Centre for Early African Christianity (CEAC). He is brilliant! Get full access to Whole & Holy at wholenholy.substack.com/subscribe

Join us on (Re)Orthodox Theology as we dive into the revolutionary insights of Dr. John Goodrich, a distinguished scholar from the Moody Bible Institute. In this episode, we explore Dr. Goodrich's essay, "Paul’s Suprahumanizing Exegesis: Rewriting the Defeat of God’s Enemies in 1 Corinthians, Romans, and Ephesians," published in Brill's acclaimed volume, Demons in Early Judaism and...

Today, I talked to Dr. Janet Timbie, a Professor at the Catholic University of America. She is an expert on all things ancient Egypt and Christianity. We talk about an ancient monk, Shenoute, and his Christology! Get full access to Whole & Holy at wholenholy.substack.com/subscribe

This week I talk to Dr. Sammy Alfaro about his amazing book, Divino Compañero: Toward a Hispanic Pentecostal Christology (Princeton Theological Monograph Series Book 147)  Get full access to Whole & Holy at wholenholy.substack.com/subscribe

Dr. Derwin Gray joins the show to discuss his book " How to Heal Our Racial Divide " and emphasizes the importance of understanding the theological implications of racism and prejudice. In this conversation, Dr. Gray shares his personal story of transformation, the inspiration behind his book, and the need to embody a holistic gospel that produces justice, evangelism, and discipleship. The...

The (Re)Orhodox Theology podcast recently featured Dr. Gregory Vall, a professor of Sacred Scripture at Notre Dame Seminary of New Orleans, to discuss the significance of Ignatius of Antioch and his Christology. Ignatius, a church father who lived around 113 AD, was a member of the church at Antioch, which was significant in the early days of Christianity due to its mixed community of Jewish and G...

In this episode, Dr. Turman discusses her brilliant research on the intersection of race, faith, and gender and how she challenges sexism in the Black church. As a pioneering womanist theologian, Dr. Turman's work aims to empower marginalized communities and address issues of violence against Black women in Christianity. She has received numerous awards for her contributions to the field of th...

On today's episode, we have Dr. Matthew Lynch, a professor, author, and podcaster, who shares his insights on the Old Testament and how his studies in Israel captured his imagination and deepened his understanding of its context. In this conversation, Dr. Lynch challenges the notion that the Old Testament is simply a source of spiritual edification and life lessons and instead highlights its c...

In this Episode, we explore the topic of Christology in a pluralistic world with Professor Veli-Matti Kärkkäinen from Fuller Theological Seminary. As we live in an increasingly diverse and globalized world, it's essential to consider finding common ground with those with different beliefs without compromising our orthodoxy. Professor Kärkkäinen shares his perspective on accepting other culture...

In this podcast episode, Patrick Miller, a pastor at The Crossing, and Justin discuss the challenges of navigating politics in a divided society, finding common ground, and engaging in dialogue to understand one another. They also talk about the discomfort Miller feels when referred to as a pastor and speculate that this may be a result of their Midwestern roots. They highlight the need for discip...

In this episode of the Young and Sanctified podcast, host Justin interviews Dr. Jessica Joustra, an assistant professor of Religion and Theology at Redeemer University. Dr. Joustra shares her research on the imitation of Christ and the works of Herman Bobbing and John Howard Yoder. The conversation provides valuable insights into how different Christian traditions have explored the question of imi...

In this episode, Dr. John Stackhouse delves into the history and core beliefs of Evangelicalism, highlighting its emergence in the 18th century from Puritanism and Pietism. He clarifies that Evangelicals take the Bible seriously, are Trinitarian Christians, and recognize each other as kin, working together to spread the message of Jesus Christ. The conversation also explores the criticism that Eva...

In this episode, Dr. Kenneth J. Collins, a leading scholar in historical theology and Wesley Studies, shares his expertise in Wesleyan theology and his forthcoming book. Dr. Collins also talks about the Asbury University Revival, highlighting the emphasis on holiness, a distinguishing factor of the Wesleyan tradition. The conversation covers John Wesley's biography, unique approach to interrel...

In this episode, Justin is joined by Dr. David Parris to discuss the complexity of Jesus' identity and the various interpretations of his teachings. Dr. Parris sheds light on his journey into studying parables, as well as his 15-year experience in cognitive linguistics. They also talk about the safe and dangerous nature of parables, their application in everyday life, and their ability to chal...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Vince Bantu delves into the history of Christianity and its impact on global cultures. He discusses the problem of Christianity being constantly associated with Western or white culture and how this has affected evangelism and the perception of Christianity in non-Western parts of the world. He also explores the impact of imperial councils, like the Council of Nicaea,...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Amy Peeler and Justin discuss the book of Hebrews and its significance for the early church. They highlight the paradoxes in the book that demonstrate the holiness and grace of God, as well as the unique way Hebrews cites the Old Testament as God's speech. The conversation explores the warnings and admonitions in the book and how it has been a valuable resource for...