Courageous Theology

Episode 71: Dark Holler w/ Ward Hiney

Courageous Theology — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Ward Hiney, creator and director of Dark Holler: High Strangeness in Low Places, a documentary exploring the seemingly unexplainable in Appalachia. To find out more about the documentary, visit darkhollerfilm.com.

Now, without further ado, sit back, relax and enjoy!

Episode 70: Old Time Rural Mission w/ Will Basham & Jason Cook

Courageous Theology — Mon, 03 May 2021 16:32:07 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Will Basham and Jason Cook, the authors of the new books Rural Mission and Old Time Religion, respectively. Will is a West Virginia native who pastors New Heights Church in Milton, West Virginia and is the West Virginia area leader for the Acts 29 network. Jason, also a West Virginia native, served in the rural ministry context for 15 years as a United Baptist Elder before joining New Heights Church. Both are collaborators on Rural Church Voices, a small collaboration of leaders who care deeply about the rural church.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Episode 69: Hobbits, Wizards, & the King of Kings w/ Michael Jahosky

Courageous Theology — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 15:00:03 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Michael Jahosky. Michael is an assistant professor of humanities at St. Petersburg College in Florida, where he routinely incorporates the writings of J. R. R. Tolkien into his curricula. He is also the host of the Mythic Mission podcast, and his first book, "The Good News of the Return of the King: The Gospel in Middle-Earth" endeavors to show the truth, goodness, and beauty of Jesus Christ, the gospel, and the biblical meta-narrative by engaging the imagination through J. R. R. Tolkien's writings, and is the topic of our conversation today.

Also as a note, I was having some internet issues when this interview was recorded, so the first part is a bit choppy, sorry about that. Now, without further ado, sit back, relax and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Episode 68: Help! I'm Married to my Pastor w/ Jani Ortlund

Courageous Theology — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 11:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Jani Ortlund. Jani is a well-known writer and conference speaker and the wife of Ray Ortlund, who is an author, a former seminary professor and pastor, and the president at Renewal Ministries. Jani, a former schoolteacher, holds a master's degree in education and serves as executive vice president at Renewal Ministries. The Ortlunds have four children and fifteen grandchildren. On top of all that, Jani is the author of the new book "Help! I'm Married to my Pastor: Encouragement for Ministry Wives and Those Who Love Them", which is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Episode 67: Spilling Tea on Gen Z & Ministry w/ Tim McKnight

Courageous Theology — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 15:42:16 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Dr. Tim McKnight. Tim is director of the Global Center for Youth Ministry and associate professor of youth ministry and missions at the Clamp Divinity School of Anderson University. He has been a pastor for thirty years, with much of that time in youth ministry. His new book, "Engaging Generation Z: Raising the Bar in Youth Ministry" provides insights to equip, grow, and encourage today's young people to follow Christ and to take student ministry to the next level, and is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Episode 66: Prayers in the Night w/ Tish Harrison Warren

Courageous Theology — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Tish Harrison Warren. Tish is a priest in the Anglican Church in North America and has worked in ministry settings for over a decade, most recently as the writer-in-residence at Church of the Ascension in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she lives with her husband and three children. Tish is also the author of Liturgy of the Ordinary: Sacred Practices in Everyday Life, and Prayer in the Night: For Those Who Work or Watch or Weep, which is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Episode 65: No Teenage Wasteland w/ David Murray

Courageous Theology — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Dr. David Murray. David is professor of Old Testament and practical theology at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he and his wife live. He is also a counselor, conference speaker, and the author of "Exploring the Bible: A Bible Reading Plan for Kids", and two new books "Why Am I Feeling Like This?" and "Why Is My Teenager Feeling Like This?" which both deal with the subjects of anxiety and depression in teenagers, and are the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 53" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 64: Ordinary Perseverance w/ Glenna Marshall

Courageous Theology — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Glenna Marshall. She is a pastor's wife and mother of two energetic sons and writes regularly at GlennaMarshall.com on biblical literacy, suffering, and the faithfulness of God. Her most recent book, "Everyday Faithfulness: The Beauty of Ordinary Perseverance in a Demanding World" is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 51" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 63: Encouragement in Suffering from Scripture w/ Mark Talbot

Courageous Theology — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 11:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Mark Talbot. Mark is associate professor of philosophy at Wheaton College with areas of expertise including philosophical psychology, philosophical theology, David Hume, Augustine, and Jonathan Edwards. He and his wife, Cindy, have one daughter and three grandchildren. His book, When the Stars Disappear: Help and Hope from Stories of Suffering in Scripture, is volume 1 in a series on Suffering and the Christian life, and is our topic of conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 49" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 62: Loving God, Enjoying the World w/ Joe Rigney

Courageous Theology — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 18:21:37 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Joe Rigney. Joe is assistant professor of theology and literature at Bethlehem College & Seminary in Minneapolis, Minnesota where he lives with his wife and three sons. He is also a pastor at Cities Church and the author of Live Like a Narnian, The Things of Earth, and his latest book, Strangely Bright: Can You Love God and Enjoy This World, which is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 48" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 61: Meaningful Mentoring w/ Melissa Kruger

Courageous Theology — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Melissa Kruger. Melissa serves as director of women's initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. Her husband, Michael, is the president of Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte, and they have three children. She is the author of multiple books, including The Envy of Eve, Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood, and her most recent book Growing Together: Taking Mentoring Beyond Small Talk and Prayer Requests, which is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 46" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 60: Mortifying the Modern Self w/ Carl Trueman

Courageous Theology — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Carl Trueman. Carl is professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College. Carl is a member of The Orthodox Presbyterian Church and co-host of the Mortification of Spin podcast. He has authored or edited more than a dozen books, including Luther on the Christian Life; Histories and Fallacies; and his latest book, The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution, which is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 46" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 59: Leading the African Church w/ Conrad Mbewe

Courageous Theology — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Conrad Mbewe. Conrad is a Baptist pastor in Zambia, and senior lecturer at African Christian University. He and his wife have three children and three foster children. Conrad has authored more nine books as well as contributed to many others, including his latest book God's Design for the Church: A Guide for African Pastors and Ministry Leaders, which is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 46" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 58: Family Discipleship w/ Adam Griffin

Courageous Theology — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Adam Griffin. Adam is the lead pastor of Eastside Community Church in East Dallas, Texas. And he previously served as an elder and spiritual formation pastor at The Village Church in the Dallas Fort Worth area. He is also the coauthor of the book Family Discipleship: Leading Your Home Through Time, Moments, and Milestones, which is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 44" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 57: COVID, Civil Disobedience, & John MacArthur w/ Gavin Ortlund

Courageous Theology — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Some of you have noticed that the podcast was on a hiatus for July and August as well. However, before we kick back into regular episodes starting on September 7, I wanted to give you a conversation I had with repeat guest Gavin Ortlund about an article he wrote titled, "Should Churches in California Defy Government Restrictions? A Response to John MacArthur." Gavin is a pastor in southern California, so this isn't something theoretical for him—these things affect him and his church as well. I hope you enjoy this conversation, and hopefully get something from it. Regardless of which side of the debate you fall on, we should all strive for unity within the body of Christ.

Now, without further ado, sit back, relax, and here we go…

Episode 56: Living the Love Riot w/ Sara Barratt

Courageous Theology — Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Sara Barratt. Sara is a writer and lead editor for The Rebelution, a growing online platform that reaches more than half a million Christian teens, parents, and youth workers each year. She's a frequent speaker on topics including using your teen years for Christ, purity, and fighting modern-day slavery. She has also written for The Gospel Coalition, Desiring God, Girl Defined, and Lies Young Women Believe. Her first book, "Love Riot: A Teenage Call to Live With Relentless Abandon for Christ" was written when she was just eighteen, and is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 26" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 55: Saints & Scoundrels w/ Nancy Guthrie

Courageous Theology — Mon, 22 Jun 2020 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Nancy Guthrie. Nancy is a Bible teacher, conference speaker, and along with her husband David, cohosts the GriefShare video series used in more than 12,000 churches nationwide and host Respite Retreats for couples who have experienced the death of a child. She is also the host of Help Me Teach the Bible, a podcast of The Gospel Coalition. She is also the author of the new book, Saints & Scoundrels in the Story of Jesus, which is the topic of today's conversation.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 25" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 54: Finding a Place to Belong w/ Megan Hill

Courageous Theology — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Megan Hill. Megan serves as an editor for The Gospel Coalition. A pastor's wife and a pastor's daughter, she lives in Massachusetts with her husband and four children, where they belong to West Springfield Covenant Community Church. She is also the author of Praying Together, Churches and Contentment, and her latest book,A Place to Belong: Learning to Love the Local Church, which is our topic of conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 24" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 53: Bringing Old Books to Life w/ Jordan Riggle

Courageous Theology — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Jordan Riggle. Jordan is a guy with a microphone and a mission: to get the deep books of the Reformed tradition into as many hands as he can. The way he is tackling this goal is by professionally reading and recording audiobooks to promote the deep, faith-building, Christ-exalting works of the past in a format that lets modern, busy people experience these rich theological works on the go. Additionally, the books are incredibly affordable at just under $5 a piece.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 22" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 52: When Doctrine Divides w/ Rhyne Putman

Courageous Theology — Mon, 18 May 2020 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Dr. Rhyne Putman. Rhyne is an associate professor of theology and culture at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, where he has served since 2010. He is the pastor of preaching and vision at First Baptist Church in Kenner, Louisiana, and the author of In Defense of Doctrine, and his newest book When Doctrine Divides the People of God, which releases tomorrow and is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 20" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 51: Christians in a Post-Christian Age w/ Dr. Gene Veith

Courageous Theology — Mon, 11 May 2020 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Dr. Gene Edward Veith. Dr. Veith is a writer and a retired literature professor. He is Provost Emeritus at Patrick Henry College. He previously served as Culture Editor of WORLD MAGAZINE and Professor of English and Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences at Concordia University Wisconsin. He is the author of more than 25 books, including Postmodern Times, The Spirituality of the Cross, Classical Education, God at Work: Your Christian Vocation in All of Life, and his most recent book, Post-Christian: A Guide to Contemporary Thought and Culture, which is the topic of our conversation of today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 19" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 50: Joy in the Age of Self w/ Jen Oshman

Courageous Theology — Tue, 05 May 2020 12:55:42 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Jen Oshman. Jen is a wife, mom, and writer, and has served as a missionary and pastor's wife for over two decades on three continents. She currently resides in Colorado, where her family planted Redemption Parker, an Acts29 church. She writes regularly at www.jenoshman.com and has a weekly podcast called All Things. She recently released her first book, "Enough About Me: Find Lasting Joy in the Age of Self", which is the topic of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 18" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 49: Seizing the Day w/ Dr. Os Guinness

Courageous Theology — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 10:00:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Dr. Os Guinness. Os is an author, social critic, and great-great-great grandson of Arthur Guinness, the famous Irish brewer. Os has written or edited more than 30 books that each offer valuable insight into the cultural, political, and social contexts in which we all live. His most recent book, Carpe Diem Redeemed is the focus of our conversation today.

Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 17" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 48: Finding Hills to Die On w/ Gavin Ortlund

Courageous Theology — Mon, 20 Apr 2020 10:00:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat again with Gavin Ortlund. Gavin serves as the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai in Ojai, California. He is the author of several books, including Anselm's Pursuit of Joy, Retrieving Augustine's Doctrine of Creation, Theological Retrieval for Evangelicals, and Finding the Right Hills to Die On, which releases tomorrow and is the focus of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 16" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 47: Theological Retrieval w/ Gavin Ortlund

Courageous Theology — Tue, 14 Apr 2020 01:02:30 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Gavin Ortlund. Gavin serves as the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai in Ojai, California. He is the author of several books, including Anselm's Pursuit of Joy, Retrieving Augustine's Doctrine of Creation, and Theological Retrieval for Evangelicals, which is the focus of our conversation today.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 15" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 46: Steal Away Home w/ Matt Carter & Aaron Ivey

Courageous Theology — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 01:22:45 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Matt Carter and Aaron Ivey, pastors of The Austin Stone Community Church in Austin, Texas. They are also the authors of the book, "Steal Away Home: Charles Spurgeon and Thomas Johnson, Unlikely Friends on the Passage of Freedom." Now, without further ado, sit back, relax and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 14" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 45: Quarantine & The Common Rule w/ Justin Whitmel Earley

Courageous Theology — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Justin Whitmel Earley. Justin is the creator of The Common Rule, a program of habits designed to form us in the love of God and neighbor. He is also a mergers and acquisitions lawyer in Richmond, Virginia. He previously spent several years in China as the founder and general editor of The Urbanity Project and as the director of Thought and Culture Shapers, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the community through arts. He and his wife, Lauren, have four sons and live in Richmond, Virginia. His book, The Common Rule: Habits of Purpose for an Age of Distraction, and resource Spiritual Rhythms of Quarantine, are the subject of today's conversation. Now, without further ado, sit back, relax and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 13" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 44: Put Down Your Fork, Pick Up Your Cross w/ John Clark

Courageous Theology — Tue, 24 Mar 2020 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with John Clark, the CEO of Soulcon, a Christian nonprofit organization committed to inspiring men to increase their fitness levels and embrace a special forces lifestyle for Jesus Christ. He has been a Commissioned Minister, security coordinator, and men's group leader for several years with Celebration Church in New Orleans. He also serves as the Assistant Chaplain for his local Sheriff's Office, as well as a Reserve Deputy Sheriff. Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 12" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 43: To Be a Christian w/ Dr. Joel Scandrett

Courageous Theology — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Dr. Joel Scandrett. Dr. Scandrett is assistant professor of historical theology and director of the Robert E. Webber Center at Trinity School of Ministry. He is a lifelong lover of Christian history, theology and doctrine, and currently serves as priest at Church of the Ascension, a parish within the Anglican Church in North America located in Pittsburgh. The focus of our discussion today is a book he edited with Dr. J.I. Packer titled, "To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism." Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 11" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 42: Epic Journeys in Church History w/ Tim Challies

Courageous Theology — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode I chat with Tim Challies. Tim is a best known for being a blogger, author, and book reviewer who blogs daily at challies.com. Additionally, he is a husband, father, and proud Canadian. His newest project, "Epic: An Around-the-World Journey through Christian History," releases March 31 in book form, and as a 10 episode docuseries on April 14, and is the topic of our discussion.

Now, without further ado, sit back, relax and Here we go…

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 10" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 41: Fear and the Gospel w/ Scarlet Hiltibidal

Courageous Theology — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 11:30:00 +0000

On today's episode, I chat with Scarlet Hiltibidal. Scarlet is a daughter, wife, mother, and author of the books, "He Numbered the Pores on My Face," and "Afraid of All the Things: Tornadoes, Cancer, Adoption, and Other Stuff You Need the Gospel For"—the latter of which is the main topic of today's conversation. "Afraid of All the Things" was one of my favorite books of 2019 and the most honest and helpful book I've read on the subject of fear and the gospel.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 9" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 40: Hope for Scotland's Poorest w/ Gerald White

Courageous Theology — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 11:30:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats with Gerald White, church planter and pastor at Hope Bingham in Edinburgh, Scotland. Hope Bingham is part of the 20 Scheme's network of gospel-centered churches bringing the light of the gospel to Scotland's poorest communities. To find out more about 20 Schemes, click here. To find out more about Gerald and the work he is doing at Hope Bingham—including info on how to give support to that work—click here. Now sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 7" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 39: EveryPsalm w/ Poor Bishop Hooper

Courageous Theology — Mon, 10 Feb 2020 11:30:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats with Jesse and Leah Roberts, better known as the band Poor Bishop Hooper. The Roberts are currently undertaking a three year long journey to write a song inspired by the Psalms, called EveryPsalm. As a bonus for listeners, I'll be including a download to the songs each week for the length of the project. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Psalm 6" by Poor Bishop Hooper

Episode 38: Spirit and Truth w/ Les Lanphere

Courageous Theology — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 11:30:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats with Les Lanphere, director of the movies Calvinist and Spirit and Truth: A Film About Worship, the latter being the focus of the discussion. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Spirit and Truth

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Effortless" by Mars Ill

Episode 37: The Joy of Calvinism w/ Dr. Greg Forster

Courageous Theology — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 11:30:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew continues to chat with Dr. Greg Forster, director of the Oikonomia Network at the Center for Transformational Churches at Trinity International University. He is the author of numerous books and articles, both scholarly and popular including The Joy of Calvinism, which is the focus of today's discussion.

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Mediator" by Ghost Ship

Episode 36: Economics, Politics, & Culture—OH MY! w/ Dr. Greg Forster

Courageous Theology — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 11:30:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats with Dr. Greg Forster, director of the Oikonomia Network at the Center for Transformational Churches at Trinity International University. In addition, Dr. Forster is a visiting assistant professor of faith and culture at Trinity. He is the author of numerous books and articles, both scholarly and popular including: The Church on Notice; Joy for the World; The Joy of Calvinism; The Contested Public Square; and Economics A Student's Guide.

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "Money Song" by L.A. Symphony

Episode 35: Reviving the Past w/ Troy Frasier of Revived Thoughts

Courageous Theology — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats with Troy Frasier, one of the host of Revived Thoughts, a podcast bringing to life sermons from the past. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.

Revived Thoughts

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "The Problem of Pain" by Heath McNease

Episode 34: Rural Liturgy w/ Josh Robinson

Courageous Theology — Mon, 06 Jan 2020 12:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats with Josh Robinson, church planter and pastor of New Haven Church in Chapmanville, WV. Liturgy is the topic of conversation, and its importance in everyday—and church—life. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.

New Haven Church

Music on today's episode:

Intro/Outro - "Sweetness of Freedom" by Citizens

Mid Episode - "The Great Divorce" by Heath McNease

Episode 33: Intentionally Intentional

Courageous Theology — Fri, 06 Sep 2019 10:30:00 +0000

Seven months...now that's a hiatus.

We all struggle with intentionality. Obviously I do, because if I had been intentional, there wouldn't be such a gap in podcast episodes.

What is it you struggle to be intentional with: relationships, work, spiritual life? Whatever it is, you can choose to be intentional today!

Saved Sinners 4: Cody Fields

Courageous Theology — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Cody Fields of Westminster Effects shares how God saved him from legalism.

Episode 032: New Scottish Hymns

Courageous Theology — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 11:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats with Greg de Blieck, hymn writer, guitarist, and signer of New Scottish Hymns. Greg and Drew talk about writing new hymns for the church, the role of music in our worship, Scottish poetry, and Scottish accents.

Saved Sinners 3: Julia Moses

Courageous Theology — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Julia Moses shares how God has been faithful during the difficult and devastating trials of life.

Saved Sinners 2: Philip Moses

Courageous Theology — Wed, 19 Sep 2018 10:00:00 +0000

The bi-weekly episode series, Saved Sinners, continues with Philip Moses. Check out how God's grace has sustained Philip through trials.

Episode 031: Iron Sharpens Iron w/ Mike Yarbrough

Courageous Theology — Fri, 07 Sep 2018 10:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats with Mike Yarbrough, founder and podcast host of Wolf & Iron, and owner of Rustic & Main. The two talk manliness and the Christian life. Check it out!

https://wolfandiron.com/

https://rusticandmain.com/

Featured music:

Under Bridges by Brave Saint Saturn

Intro & Outro music:

Sweetness of Freedom by Citizens and Saints

Saved Sinners 1: Phil Raynes

Courageous Theology — Thu, 06 Sep 2018 00:46:13 +0000

The new episode series, Saved Sinners, kicks off with Phil Raynes. Check out how God's grace saved Phil from himself.

Episode 030: Scheme Churches w/ Matthew Spandler-Davison

Courageous Theology — Fri, 31 Aug 2018 10:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats with Matthew Spandler-Davison, executive director of Scotland's 20Schemes, operations manager of Acts 29's Church in Hard Places, and pastor of Redeemer Fellowship Church in Bardstown, Kentucky.

https://20schemes.com/us/

https://www.acts29.com/network/church-in-hard-places/

Episode 029: Updates

Courageous Theology — Fri, 24 Aug 2018 10:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats about some updates coming soon to Courageous Theology.

Instagram: @CourageousTheology

Episode 028: Sola Feels

Courageous Theology — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 10:00:00 +0000

On Today's Episode

Drew talks with Cody Fields—owner of Westminster Effects and co-host of the Doxology Podcast—about worship, baseball, Reckless Love, politics, and why you should #BuyPedals.

https://www.westminstereffects.com/

Episode 027: Lowered Expectations

Courageous Theology — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 11:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew discusses lowering our expectations while raising our standards.

Instagram: @CourageousTheology

Episode 026: Red, White & You

Courageous Theology — Wed, 04 Jul 2018 10:00:00 +0000

And we are back!!!

On this week's episode, Drew talks patriotism, football (soccer for the uncivilized), and a Christian ethic of national pride....congrats, you're probably now on a watch list.

Episode 025: Momentary Affliction

Courageous Theology — Wed, 23 May 2018 09:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew talks about dealing with difficulties in life, overcoming momentary afflictions, and relying on God when you can't see the outcome.

Episode 024: When Life Gives You Lemons

Courageous Theology — Wed, 09 May 2018 10:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew talks about the craziness currently going on in his life, keeping ourselves reliant on God, and doing everything—including weeping—to His glory.

Episode 023: Life in General

Courageous Theology — Wed, 25 Apr 2018 10:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew gives an update on life.

Episode 022: What Ya Reading #2

Courageous Theology — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 10:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew talks about the books he has read so far in 2018; gives details about some books he is currently reading; and nerds out on the books he is looking forward to reading later in the year. It's a short episode, but a goodin'

It's not too late to jump on the #52Booksin52Weeks challenge. Just join in and get reading!

Episode 021: Practice What You Preach

Courageous Theology — Wed, 04 Apr 2018 10:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew makes a confession, talks the difference in two synonyms, and starts to break the habit. Check it out!

Episode 020: Fit Theology w/ Paul C. Maxwell

Courageous Theology — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 09:30:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew talks with Paul C. Maxwell, host of the TheoFit podcast and owner of Theo.Fit, a website dedicated to helping people reach their fitness goals. You're going to love it!

Check out TheoFit here: www.theo.fit

Episode 019: Saving Unborn Lives

Courageous Theology — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 01:54:41 +0000

On today's episode, Drew talks with Joseph Spurgeon, pastor of Sovereign King Church in Indiana and an active anti-abortion minister.

Resources from today's episode:

The Silent Scream: https://youtu.be/gON-8PP6zgQ
The Doctrine of the Lesser Magistrates: http://amzn.to/2tocxW7
Legal Fight Could Make Kentucky Only State With No Abortion Clinic - NY Times: http://nyti.ms/2pBzj7b
Abortion in Jesusland - Danish Documentary: https://youtu.be/Qo7UvuTtYsk
Pro-Lifers - VICELAND: http://bit.ly/2oRchKC

Episode 018: Buddy System

Courageous Theology — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew talks about having buddies in your corner to help bear burdens, do ministry with, and to smack you upside the head when need be.

Episode 017: Short and Sweet

Courageous Theology — Thu, 15 Feb 2018 01:38:08 +0000

On today's episode, Drew keeps things brief to remind listeners of a very important announcement.

Episode 016: Better Late

Courageous Theology — Sat, 10 Feb 2018 01:58:30 +0000

On today's episode, Drew decides it is better late than never. There are apologies, reflections on the past, and promises for the future. Perfection can kick rocks.

Episode 015: B.A.R. Theology

Courageous Theology — Wed, 31 Jan 2018 23:58:35 +0000

On today's episode, Drew talks with Dawain Atkinson, host of The B.A.R. Podcast.

www.thebarpodcast.com

Episode 014: Caffeinated Beards

Courageous Theology — Wed, 24 Jan 2018 10:30:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats with Scott Anderson. Scott is the founder of 1689 Beard, owner and operator of 5 Solas Coffee, a Marine, a full-time teacher, husband, father, and bi-vocational pastor.

Visit 1689 Beard here: www.1689beard.com

For 5 Solas Coffee, click here: http://etsy.me/2Bq0172

Remembrance Community Church: http://remembrancecc.org/welcome

Episode 013: Memento Mori, Memento Vivere

Courageous Theology — Thu, 18 Jan 2018 02:50:36 +0000

On today's episode, Drew chats about life, death, and Lord of the Rings. An announcement about upcoming goodies to email subscribers is also announced.

https://youtu.be/JgHgLHguxoI

https://youtu.be/RqZhOrXAJBQ

Episode 012: Podception

Courageous Theology — Thu, 11 Jan 2018 03:03:41 +0000

On today's podcast, Drew takes a look at the top 8 podcasts he would highly recommend.

TheoFit

Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells

The B.A.R. Podcast

The Village Church Sermons

5 Minutes in Church History

Order of Man

The Briefing

Doctrine and Devotion

The Church at Winchester

Episode 011: In the Army Now

Courageous Theology — Wed, 03 Jan 2018 11:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Drew sits down for a conversation with US Army Chaplain Captain Josh Porter. Josh talks what being a chaplain is like, how he ministers in a different cultural context, and the two reminisce about the good 'ol days.

Episode 010: Son of a Nutcracker!

Courageous Theology — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 09:30:00 +0000

On today's episode Drew recounts ghosts of Christmas past, listens to some tunes, and makes a special announcement.

Episode 009: We Are Family

Courageous Theology — Wed, 06 Dec 2017 12:00:00 +0000

Today I am joined by Will Basham, lead pastor of New Heights Church in Milton, West Virginia; husband to one; father to 2 biological and 3 adopted children.

On this episode Will and I discussion foster care, adoption, and the theological implications of loving and leading hurting children.

To learn more about Will and New Heights Church, visit www.newheightswv.com.

Episode 8: Life On Purpose

Courageous Theology — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 01:49:21 +0000

Episode 7: What Ya Reading? #1

Courageous Theology — Thu, 16 Nov 2017 03:38:36 +0000

A look at the books I'm currently reading, some that I'll be reading soon, and blanket recommendations for any reader.

Episode 6: Who Loves Ya Baby?

Courageous Theology — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 02:24:00 +0000

Episode 5: Kissing the Waves

Courageous Theology — Thu, 02 Nov 2017 01:27:58 +0000

Episode 4: Not Just American Gods

Courageous Theology — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 14:41:11 +0000

Episode 3: Rest for the Wicked

Courageous Theology — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 02:15:34 +0000

Sleep isn't just about rest, it is an act of worship.

Episode 2: Time Is On My Side

Courageous Theology — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 01:36:14 +0000

Visit www.courageoustheology.com for blog, email updates, and much more.

Episode 1: The Bearded Menace

Courageous Theology — Mon, 25 Sep 2017 19:37:46 +0000

The inaugural episode of your new favorite podcast...or not...whatever.