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Knowing FaithRemember to Form? Or, Formed to Remember? You Are a Formed Remember? No, That Can't Be Right...JT English and Kyle Worley discuss their new books, “ Remember and Rehearse” and “Formed for Fellowship,” and how they are valuable tools for discipleship.Questions Covered in This Episode:What were you thinking when you were trying to build a theological education department in the church?What is “You are a Theologian”?What’s different about Remember and Rehearse?What did you learn about the story of the Bible while you wrote this book?What’s different about Formed for Fellowship?What did you learn while writing this book?What's the value of books for Christian discipleship?...2025-07-1726 min

This vs. ThatForgiveness vs. Communion with God - Kyle WorleyOn this episode of This vs. That, we welcome Kyle Worley, founder and lead pastor of Mosaic Church in Richardson, Texas. We explore the profound concept of our identity in Christ and what it means to be adopted as children of God. Kyle unpacks how our relationship with God as Father transcends mere acquittal from a holy judge—it's an invitation into a family where we are welcomed and delighted in despite our unworthiness. We discuss the struggle many Christians face in accepting this gift of grace and how to overcome the hurdle of feeling undeserving. Kyle shares powerful in...2025-06-2550 min

Knowing Faith"For or Against the Church?" - Live from the Gospel CoalitionJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Jason Allen and Patrick Schreiner live from the Gospel Coalition Conference. Questions Covered in This Episode:How has the deep discipleship program been a part of how you do women's ministry?Is the church meant to be for or against the world?Am I supposed to be going out into the world thinking I am ready for battle or ready for love?Is it a Godly expression of love to oppose that which is evil?In Jesus’ ministry, is there a pattern of “welcome and warning”?JT, can...2025-06-1958 min

Coffee and Bible Time PodcastFighting Distraction with Spiritual Formation │ Kyle WorleySpiritual formation isn't about doing more for God, it's about being with him. In this episode, pastor and author Kyle Worley joins Ellen to discuss: Navigating distraction in our spiritual livesHow our habits shape usPerfectionism vs. processThis conversation is for anyone who needs a breakthrough in their walk with God! Grab your coffee and cozy up ☕Scripture references: Matthew 22:37Genesis 1-3Revelation 21-22Romans 1:22-25Psalm 16:11Mark 6:7-13Hebrews 10:141 John 2Get your copy here: Formed for Fellowship: Becoming What You BeholdLearn more about Kyle: Website │ Instagram │ XKyl...2025-05-1534 min

Bookish Talks with LiaBecoming What You Behold with Kyle WorleyIn this episode of Bookish Talks with Lia, I’m joined by Kyle Worley—pastor, author, and co-host of the Knowing Faith Podcast. Kyle and I talk about what it really means to be at home with God through union with Christ, and how we’re all being spiritually formed every day—often without realizing it. We dive into his books, Home with God and Formed for Fellowship, and explore how beholding God changes everything. If you’ve ever wondered how theology fits into your everyday life or what spiritual formation really looks like, this conversation will leave you encouraged...2025-05-1251 min

Knowing FaithWaters of Death & Feasting with Jesus (Baptism and the Lord's Supper)Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley have a conversation about the meaning, significance, and different views of Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why have baptism and the Lord’s Supper been so contentious historically?What is the best argument for believers' baptism?What is the best argument for infant baptism?What are the dangers of not fully understanding each of these positions?What about churches that acknowledge both positions of baptism?What is baptism?How does the Lord’s Supper connect to baptism in a way that is complimentary but di...2025-05-0842 min

The Downline Podcast: Gospel Driven DiscipleshipFickle Hearts and Unchanging Grace: Kyle Worley on Union with ChristWhat does it mean to be "in Christ?" What does it mean to have Christ "in you?" Jamie and pastor and author, Kyle Worley explore these questions, particularly in relation to Kyle's recent book, Home With God. They discuss how the concept of being "in Christ" reframes our understanding of identity, obedience, and mission, and how it serves as a foundation for active, daily discipleship.Check out Kyle's book - Home With GodFollow Kyle on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/kyleworley/Listen to Knowing Faith PodcastTune in t...2025-04-2130 min

The Christian Parenting Podcast - Motherhood, Teaching kids about Jesus, Intentional parenting, Raising Christian kidsHelping your kids understand their identity in Christ with Kyle WorleyToday I’m joined by Kyle Worley, and we’re breaking down what it actually means to have union with Christ and anchor our children’s identity in God in the middle of a world full of noise, confusion, and competing worldviews. Here’s what you’ll hear in today's conversation:Understanding our connection to God through Jesus gives kids a steady anchor in a shifting world. Kyle explains how we can teach our kids that faith is about relationship, not just rules. A solid identity in Christ shapes how we parent, how our kids see themselves, and...2025-04-0834 min

Knowing FaithHome with God: Our Union with Christ (Doctrine of Salvation)Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue their discussion on the core doctrines of the Christian faith by having a conversation about union with Christ.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is union with Christ? Why does it matter?Why do we have an unbalanced understanding of this? Why do we think more about Christ in me?How does the story of the prodigal son show us union with Christ?What is the difference between Union with Christ and communion with God?How is the story of union with Christ the story of “home with Go...2025-04-0335 min

Honestly, ThoughEpisode 143 | Our Union With Christ | Guest: Kyle WorleyWho are we, and how does that answer change when we become Christians? In this compelling conversation, pastor and podcaster Kyle Worley sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Nika Spaulding to discuss life's deepest questions and how they all find their "yes and amen" in Christ. To all who are lost or lonely, Kyle beckons you to come "Home with God."Purchase Kyle's book, Home with God: Our Union with Christ HERE.Learn more about Kyle's podcasts and projects HERE.We love hugs! And when you rate, review, and share Honestly, Though on Apple Podcasts (and a...2025-03-0346 min

Group Answers Podcast with Brian Daniel297. Deep Discipleship: Cultivating a Life in Christ, Community, and Mission with Kyle WorleyDiscipleship is more than a program—it’s a way of life. In this episode, Brian Daniel welcomes Pastor Kyle Worley to discuss how discipleship has evolved at Mosaic Church and why a clear, intentional model is essential for growth. They explore the importance of cultivating a discipleship culture rooted in biblical literacy, community, and mission. Kyle also shares insights from his new book, Home with God, which unpacks the doctrine of union with Christ and its profound impact on identity and church unity.Whether you're a small group leader, a discipleship pastor, or simply passionate about maki...2025-02-1939 min

Knowing FaithBeauty and the Beast? (Revelation 12-13)Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the imagery and symbolic history found in Revelation 12.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is the purpose of Revelation?Where are we in the book of Revelation?Who is the dragon? Who is the child? Who is the woman?Where do we find a contrast between a woman and a dragon in the story of the bible prior to Revelation?How is Revelation providing instruction on how a Christian can rightly think about what it means to be engaged in spiritual war?What about Ephesians 6, how does that...2025-02-1345 min

Dive Into: This Addictive Full Audiobook For Busy Professionals.Home with God by Kyle WorleyPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/50685to listen full audiobooks. Title: Home with God Author: Kyle Worley Narrator: Kyle Worley Format: mp3 Length: 4 hrs and 11 mins Release date: 02-11-25 Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 10 ratings Genres: Religious Studies Publisher's Summary: You and I are invited to live at home with God in Christ Jesus. This invitation is called “union with Christ.” And it is one of the most unbelievable and overlooked realities of Christian salvation. In this book, Kyle Worley (pastor, author, and host of the “Knowing Faith Podcast”) guides listeners along the story of Scripture to help them understand that thi...2025-02-114h 11

Relish The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Thrilling!Home with God by Kyle WorleyPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/50685to listen full audiobooks. Title: Home with God Author: Kyle Worley Narrator: Kyle Worley Format: mp3 Length: 4 hrs and 11 mins Release date: 02-11-25 Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 10 ratings Genres: Religious Studies Publisher's Summary: You and I are invited to live at home with God in Christ Jesus. This invitation is called “union with Christ.” And it is one of the most unbelievable and overlooked realities of Christian salvation. In this book, Kyle Worley (pastor, author, and host of the “Knowing Faith Podcast”) guides listeners along the story of Scripture to help them understand that thi...2025-02-114h 11

The SaltworksUnshakable Union Vs. Disrupted Communion With Kyle WorleySend us a textWe have a great show for you today packed with life-changing truths. You know him from the Knowing Faith podcast– Kyle Worley is on the podcast today and he brings such good news to us about our union with Christ as we discuss his book Home with God which releases February 11th! Kyle paints for us this beautiful picture of how we as believers have belonging in Christ that cannot be taken as he breaks down this doctrine in a way we can grasp. He connects what may seem like merely a mystical con...2024-12-171h 01

Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlinCan We Be One With God? with Kyle WorleyAbout the Guest:Kyle Worley is a dedicated pastor, insightful author, and engaging podcaster. Alongside his spiritual commitments and teachings, Kyle is also a foster father, showcasing his passion for nurturing and supporting the next generation. His latest endeavor is his forthcoming book titled "Home with God: Union with Christ," which delves into the profound theological concept of union with Christ. Rebecca McLaughlin: Rebecca McLaughlin is a prominent Christian author and speaker, known for addressing contemporary issues with deep biblical insight. As the host of the Confronting Christianity podcast, she facilitates critical conversations about faith, culture, and...2024-12-1028 min

Knowing FaithIt's Me, Hi, I'm the Problem it's Me (Doctrine of Sin)Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the doctrine of sin; what is it and what it means for us.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is a good definition of sin?What is the story of sin? What is happening in Genesis 3?What is Exile, and why is it significant?What is a sin of commission? What is a sin of omission?What does it mean to be Augustinian in our view of sin?Is sin individual, or has sin impacted the world at large?Helpful Definitions:Hamartiology: Doctrine of SinSin: Rebellion...2024-11-2133 min

The Family Discipleship PodcastA Home with God with Kyle WorleyAdam Griffin, Chelsea Griffin, and Cassie Bryant are joined by Kyle Worley to discuss union with Christ.Questions Covered in This Episode:What books do you have coming out and how do people make sure they don’t miss them when they get released?Is it okay to say that being a Christian is someone who “Jesus has come to live in their heart?” Does Jesus live in them or do they live in Jesus or is it both?What part of your teaching on Union with Christ do you find that people are always responding to or...2024-10-2842 min

Knowing FaithBut Seriously, How Old is the Earth? (Doctrine of Creation and Providence)Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the doctrines of creation and providence.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why do we treat the doctrines of creation and providence together?Barry Jones says that our creation story determines the trajectory of our culture. What does that mean? What are some questions the original audience was asking?What are the essentials of a Christian doctrine of creation?What’s a good definition of providence?Helpful Definitions:Transcendent: God is other (by an infinite extent).Imminent: God is near to his creation.Creator-Creature Distinction: God is the...2024-10-1036 min

The Word in Youth Ministry - A CPYU PodcastEpisode 74: "Union with Christ" with Kyle WorleyKyle Worley, Lead Pastor at Mosaic Church in Richardson, TX, joins the podcast to discuss his book Home with God. We use his book to lead us into a discussion about how to teach about the doctrine of union with Christ to students. He tells us about some misconceptions about this important topic, and helps us address these misunderstandings. Kyle gives us insight into how the truth and beauty of union with Christ helps students when they're wrestling with topics of acceptance, identity, and difficult home lives. 2024-09-1032 min

Knowing Faith#235 — Union with Christ with Sam AllberryKyle Worley is joined by Sam Allberry to have a conversation about union with Christ and both of their new books!Questions Covered in This Episode:Why do we need more books about union with Christ?Why did you title the book “One with My Lord”?Why did you title your book “Home with God”?When did this doctrine first become precious to you?What is “union with Christ?”Do you see any connection between the covenant love of God and union with Christ?What did you learn while writing this book?When people read your book - what...2024-07-1134 min

Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlinCan We Speak The Truth in Love? with Kyle WorleyRebecca McLaughlin is joined by Kyle Worley to discuss how Christians are called to interact with others.Questions Covered in This Episode:Where does the ethos of discussing truth with grace to others with differing opinions or ideas come from?Why is there a difference between what Christians are called to (Colossians 3) and the way they live and interact with others?How do you shepherd people as we enter into a season with more intense political debate and differences?What is the future of Confronting Christianity?Kyle, what is your new book coming out?Guest Bio:Kyle Worley is the...2024-06-0426 min

Knowing Faith#180 – #DateNightJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by their spouses; Jeff Wilkin, Macy English, and Lauren Worley!Questions Covered in This Episode:Does JT quote Bavinck on date nights?How does it feel to be grandparents?Who is the “yes” parent and who is the “no” parent?What’s your favorite episode of Knowing Faith so far this season?Do any of y’all ever listen to an episode and think - “Why did I marry a weirdo/nerd?”What does ministry partnership look like for each of us?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Know...2023-03-2335 min

Knowing Faith#152 – Patreon Q&A SmorgasbordJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley answer questions submitted from their patron supporters! To learn more and become a patron visit patreon.com/trainingthechurch.Questions Covered in This Episode:We’ve heard (and subsequently forgotten) the title of JT’s dissertation. Jen and Kyle, if you had to write a dissertation, what would it be on?My new pastor has grown a lot from his UPC roots, but isn’t quite where I’m at in regards to the trinity. I appreciate that He is looking to the Word and growing, but this is still my bigge...2022-07-0749 min

Knowing Faith#129 – Freedom In ChristJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss Union with Christ, Trinitarianism, and Romans 8:1-18Questions Covered in This Episode:What is the “therefore” there for?“In Christ Jesus”How am I declared righteous?How do we reconcile the way that Spirit of Christ and Spirit in Christ are used? (V. 9)How do we understand the Spirit of Christ also being the Spirit of the Father?How is what Paul is saying here different from gnosticism? (V. 5-8, 12-18)Is the doctrine of Union with Christ that we are in Christ or that He is in us? (V...2021-12-0241 min

Radically Normal#81 - Union with Christ w/ Kyle Worley“Union with Christ, our participation in Christ, means that we have been given a new identity that doesn’t just save us from what was. It invites us into what could be. It becomes the grounds of our sanctification and our pursuit of holiness.” Today’s interview is with Kyle Worley, Lead Pastor and Church Planter of Mosaic Church in Richardson, TX and co-host of the Knowing Faith podcast. He graciously talks to us about the doctrine of union with Christ, a foundational reality of the Christian life. Union with Christ definition...2021-10-1434 min

Knowing Faith#95 – God in the Dark Places of Genesis with Tish Harrison WarrenThis episode Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Tish Harrison Warren. “We shout truths about God in the light so we can stand on them in the dark.” Kyle WorleyQuestions Covered in This Episode:Prayer in the Night - What made you want to write this book?Is it possible to find God in a dark world?Could God be good given that the world is dark?How can we pray when we feel doubt that the world around us can ever be made whole again?Helpful Definitions:Fal...2020-12-0337 min

Knowing Faith#90 – The Fall Part 2Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley wrap up their conversation on the fall in this part two of two episodes. We hope you enjoy it!Questions Covered in This Episode:Continued: Who committed the first sin?What is the impact of sin on the world? What’s the immediate aftermath in Genesis 3?Is there any blame shifting happening here?What are some of the consequences (or curses?) detailed as a result of mankind’s action?Why is understanding Genesis 3 crucial for making sense of the rest of the storyline?What is exile?Helpful Definitions:Ex...2020-10-2931 min

Knowing Faith#89 – The Fall Part 1Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley dive back into Genesis 1-11 with a focus on the fall in this part one of two episodes. They start with an overview of what happens in Genesis 3, and then talk about what’s really happening in the passage regarding rebellion, rule, reign, and the created order being inverted.Questions Covered in This Episode:Let’s start with an overview of what happens in Genesis 3.Who is the serpent and how has he arrived here?So, what’s really happening in this passage?What is the allure of being like Go...2020-10-2234 min

Knowing Faith#87 – Imago Dei and Cultural Mandate with Dr. Russell MooreDr. Russell Moore joins Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley to answer some questions within Genesis 1:26-30. They help explore what it means to be created in the image of God and its implications, what the cultural mandate is, and what it means to cultivate and subdue.Questions Covered in This Episode:What does it mean to be created in the image of God?Are you saying if humans had not fallen we would be able to speak to the winds and the waves?We are created for longing, what does that mean?What are...2020-10-0840 min

Knowing Faith#86 – The First Days: Genesis 1 & 2Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue their series within Genesis 1-11 focusing specifically on the first days of creation.Questions Covered in This Episode:Original audience for Genesis?What questions do we tend to ask that the text is not trying to answer?What is happening with the rhythms in the creation account?Is this framework intentional?What would you say to someone who says “this is just a plain reading of the text”?What are some patterns we see in the creation account?On day 4 God creates heavenly bodies, why is this significant?Gene...2020-10-0142 min

Knowing Faith#85 – Formless and Void with Nancy GuthrieJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by author, teacher, speaker, podcaster: Nancy Guthrie to discuss Genesis 1:2.Questions Covered in This Episode:What does it mean to start with God created the heavens and the earth? What is the heavens and earth?Genesis 1:2, what are we to learn studying this verse?What does “formless and void” mean?How does this verse set up meta themes that echo throughout scripture? Helpful Definitions:Tohu VaVohu: Hebrew term found in Genesis 1:2 for formless and void.Aseity: God is a se, or has aseity: He is self...2020-09-2443 min

Knowing FaithAfter the Fact: Genre and Genesis with Dr. Karen Swallow PriorKaren Swallow Prior and Kyle Worley answer how genre shapes the meaning of a text.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why is genre crucial to understanding the meaning of a given text?What are some distinctions between prose and poetry?Is Genesis historical prose?Is Genesis a unique origin story or does it have similarities with other origin stories?Helpful Definitions:Genre: A category of artistic composition, as in music or literature, characterized by similarities in form, style, or subject matter.Genesis: Origin.Prose: Written or spoken language in its ordinary form, without metrical...2020-09-2208 min

Knowing Faith#84 – Deep DiscipleshipJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss JT's new book "Deep Discipleship" and why he wrote it. They also discuss what distinguishes deep discipleship from shallow discipleship, who the book is for, how it will help people, and why we need discipleship now.Questions Covered in This Episode:JT, what is this book and why did you write it?Who is the audience for this book?How is Training the Church connected to this?Why do we need deep discipleship now?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:“Deep Discipleship” by JT EnglishTraining the ChurchAm...2020-09-1729 min

Knowing FaithAfter the Fact: A Forgotten, But Essential Aspect of the Doctrine of Creation with Dr. Ken KeathleyDr. Ken Keathley and Kyle Worley answer the question "What's a forgotten, but essential aspect of the doctrine of creation?"“The triune God without opposition or equal, and without the use of preexisting materials, created the world by his will and for his good pleasure.” Dr. Ken KeathleyQuestions Covered in This Episode:What's a forgotten, but essential aspect of the doctrine of creation?If we lose God’s freedom in creating, what do we lose about God?Helpful Definitions:Creation Ex Nihilo: Creation out of nothing.Guest Bio:Ken Ke...2020-09-1506 min

Knowing Faith#83 – Before the BeginningJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue the discussion on Genesis 1-11 by discussing what happened before the beginning, who/what existed before the beginning, the work of God prior to creation, when did God create angelic forces, and did Satan fall before the beginning.Questions Covered in This Episode:What was happening before the beginning?Who or what existed before the beginning?Trinitarian relations before the beginning?What are the practical implications of God being uncreated?The work of God prior to creation?Helpful Definitions:Trinitarianism: God eternally exists as one essence i...2020-09-1045 min

Knowing Faith#82 – The Book of GenesisJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley begin our discussion on Genesis 1-11 by asking what is the book of Genesis, why is it named Genesis, how old is the earth, who wrote it, and how does understanding the first 11 chapters of Genesis help with understanding the whole story of scripture?Questions Covered in This Episode:What is the book of Genesis?Why is it named “Genesis?”Original audience? Why does that matter?Who wrote Genesis? When?How does understanding the first 11 chapters of Genesis help with understanding the whole story of scripture?If you had to su...2020-09-0339 min

Knowing FaithBonus Episode: Union with Christ with Sam AllberryJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by pastor, author, and speaker, Sam Allberry, to talk about union with Christ.Questions Covered in This Episode:How does the doctrine of union with Christ shape your life?If I am united with Christ, how does that shape my pursuit of holiness?What about when we fail?How does this doctrine shape the way I pray?How does it shape the way I conceive of myself? My identity?If I am united with Christ, why should I bother with the church? I’m already in Christ Je...2020-05-2839 min

Conversations with ChristiansConversation with Kyle WorleyIn this conversation Kyle talks about daily spiritual rhythms in quarantine, why theology is an essential part of the Christian life, and a whole lot more! (find Kyle on Twitter (@kyleworley) // Instagram (Kyle Worley) // and on the Knowing Faith podcast) 2020-04-3022 min

Knowing Faith#76 – Paul on TrialJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley join Paul as he is on trial before people, rulers, and tribunals and eventually ends up in prison.Questions Covered in This Episode:Last time we left off with Paul standing on the steps outside of the military barracks, he was just about to speak to the people who had almost just killed him. What does he say?Why does the crowd react this way?Paul does something interesting in 22:25. What is it?Paul is then brought before the council of Jewish leaders and has an interesting exchange. What...2020-04-1630 min

Knowing Faith#75 – When the Sermon KillsJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue their discussion of Acts 20 and 21, talking about Paul's time in Ephesus, Agabus, and his speech to the Ephesian elders.Questions Covered in This Episode:Acts 20 opens up with what is essentially a map.We then get this fascinating story with Eutychus.Does Paul raise Eutychus from the dead?What is Paul saying in his speech to the Ephesian elders?Let's take a closer look at Acts 20:36-38.What is going on in the Agabus encounter in Acts 21:10-14? Is Agabus a prophet?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:2020-04-0241 min

Knowing Faith#73 – Explosions in EphesusJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue walking through the book of Acts. On this episode, they explore chapters 20 and 21 where we read about a speech from Paul, the story of Eutychus, and an introduction to the phrase, "The Way."Questions Covered in This Episode:In Acts 16, Paul and Silas are in jail, an earthquake happens and then the jailer is saved, what compels him to believe?Paul invokes this idea of Roman citizenship, what is that?Let’s discuss Paul’s speech to the Areopagus (Acts 17:22-34)...Why is it significant that Paul is a te...2020-03-2053 min

Knowing Faith#72 – Life EverlastingOn this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the last line of the Apostles’ Creed, “Life everlasting.” They talk about the difference between “eternal” and “forever,” and what we are promised in Scripture.Questions Covered in This Episode:Are we promised eternal life in scripture?Why is this in the creed?What different modes of living forever exist? Are there different states of everlasting life?What do we mean when we say separation from God?The Apostles’ Creed:I believe in God, the Father Almighty,creator of heaven and earth,2020-03-1235 min

Knowing Faith#71 – A Seller of Purple Goods, a Jailer, and an Unknown GodJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue through the book of Acts, digging into the story of a seller of purple goods, a Philippian jailer, and an unknown god.Questions Covered in This Episode:Right off the bat in Acts 16 we encounter a friend and co-worker of Paul who will factor in heavily to his future ministry from here on in: Timothy. What does he share in common with Paul?What should we make of Acts 16:7 - “...but the Spirit of Jesus did not allow them…?”So, women are gathering to pray on the Sabbath and th...2020-03-0548 min

Knowing Faith#70 – What is the Resurrection of the Body?On episode 70 of Knowing Faith, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue working their way through the Apostles’ Creed—this time talking about bodily resurrection, future resurrection, and Gnosticism.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is resurrection? Is this talking about Jesus’ resurrection?Does the creed mean to say that all of us will one day experience a bodily resurrection? Will it be like Lazarus’?What is a body?What is the difference between an earthly body and a spiritual body?How is our resurrection tied to the resurrection of Jesus?The Apostles’ Creed:I bel...2020-02-2727 min

Knowing Faith#69 – P, B, in JJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue their discussion of Acts, beginning a journey with Paul and Barnabas as they head to Jerusalem.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why are we studying Acts and what did we find in the first 13 chapters?Who are Paul and Barnabas?How’d they link up? Is this a John Lennon/Paul McCartney kind of collaboration?They encounter resistance to their message, don’t they?What were they doing?Why keep telling the same story over and over again?In Acts 14:8-18, we get a fascinating encounter, where they are...2020-02-2044 min

Knowing FaithAfter the Fact: Theology & WorshipOn the first After the Fact mini-sode of season 4, Kyle Worley and JT English discuss theology and worship—specifically, how theology ought to lead us to worship and how we can be charitable when worship is theologically "off."Questions Covered in This Episode:What do I do when I think something is off with a song we are singing in the church?Sponsored by HOPE International:Christ calls us to care for those living in poverty. The question is, how? Download your free copy of Created to Flourish: How Employment-Based Solutions Help Eradicate Po...2020-02-1807 min

Knowing Faith#67 – Season 4: Knowing Faith 101Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley catch up from the break and discuss what you can expect from season 4 of Knowing Faith!Questions Covered in This Episode:If you had to explain Knowing Faith to an alien, who didn’t know what podcasts were, how would you explain it?Why do we do this?How does this connect to our unique visions for theological education, biblical literacy, local church, and complementarianism?What’s your favorite thing to hear from a Knowing Faith listener?What are we talking about this season?Resources Mentioned in This Epis...2020-02-0629 min

Knowing Faith#66 – More Questions, More Answers (ish)Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley answer questions from listeners.Questions Covered in This Episode:How do you deal with someone being indwelt with the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament (Exodus 31:1)? How were people able to write under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit if they were not indwelt with the Spirit?What do you think is the biggest need is for college kids?When a church fills a pastoral vacancy with someone who is outside of where the church has been theologically or denominationally, what do you do when there are differences? Should...2019-12-2655 min

Knowing Faith#65 – Scattered to the WindJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss Acts 11-12 and what we’ve learned so far from this book.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why was the church scattered?How does this set up the rest of the New Testament?What have we learned from the first half of Acts?Where do we still feel confused? Or have questions?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 11-12The Advent BookAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith....2019-12-1928 min

Knowing Faith#64 – What is the Church?Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley talk about what the Apostles’ Creed really means when it says that we “believe in the holy catholic Church” and the “communion of saints.”Questions Covered in This Episode:What is a church?What is the church?What do we mean we call the church: holy catholic church?What is the “communion of saints?”The Apostles Creed:I believe in God, the Father Almighty,creator of heaven and earth,I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord,who was conceived...2019-12-1238 min

Knowing FaithAfter the Fact: West Wing EvangelismKyle Worley and JT English *finally* discuss The West Wing, why JT has watched six times through, and what lessons can be learned from it.Questions Covered in This Episode:How many times have you watched The West Wing?Why are you drawn to The West Wing?What are some things that you think this cultivates in you?Who do you think you are on the show?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:The West WingAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you...2019-12-1006 min

Knowing Faith#63 – A Blanket Full of BaconJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley walk through Acts 10 and 11. They discuss the division between Jews and gentiles, Cornelius, and Peter’s vision.Questions Covered in This Episode:Recap Acts so far...What’s happened?Turning to Acts 10-11: So, what’s the big deal between gentiles and Jews? Why the division?Who is Cornelius?Peter’s vision… What is this about?What is the significance of the Spirit falling on the gentiles?Helpful Definitions:Monolithic: Completely unified, everyone agrees on the understanding of the law.Variegated Nomism: Different understanding of the law. Intertestam...2019-12-0541 min

Knowing Faith#62 – Who is the Holy Spirit?Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue their discussion of the Apostles’ Creed, talking about the Holy Spirit. They talk about who He is, what He does, and what His role is today in believers and in the church.Questions Covered in This Episode:Who is the Holy Spirit?Is the Holy Spirit just a force or presence?What is the role of the Holy Spirit?What is the work of the Holy Spirit?What does it mean to be filled with the Holy Spirit?The Apostles Creed:I believe in God, th...2019-11-2735 min

Knowing Faith#61 – You Can Call Me PaulJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue their conversation on the book of Acts, discussing chapter nine. In this chapter, we are introduced to Saul who, after an encounter with Christ, becomes Paul. They cover what we know about Saul, how this encounter developed his theology of union with Christ, and his eventual witness.Questions Covered in This Episode:Who is Saul? What do we know about him? What is the significance of the encounter with Christ?What is happening when Saul’s sight is restored?Let’s talk about the witness of Saul. Is this...2019-11-2135 min

Knowing FaithAfter the Fact: Why Christian Education Matters for Church PlantsJen Wilkin and Kyle Worley discuss why it's important for new church plants to prioritize Christian education for their members.Questions Covered in This Episode:What have you done and what have you learned about how to implement Christian education in a church plant?Logistically, how have you solved not having a primary location and not having childcare?What are some myths you want to cut down about implementing this?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Mosaic ChurchEastside Community ChurchFollow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become...2019-11-1210 min

Knowing Faith#59 – A Martyr, a Magician, and a MissionaryIn this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue their discussion of the book of Acts, walking through chapters 6, 7, and 8. They talk about Stephen’s speech, Simon the Magician, and Philip the Missionary.Questions Covered in This Episode:Recap Acts so far: What has been going on in the story?In Acts 6 we begin with deacons...what are deacons? Why are they raised up?Let’s discuss Stephen's speech. Why is it important?How does Stephen respond in the face of death? What is a martyr?Simon: He can’t be a real magician, can he...2019-11-0750 min

Knowing Faith#57 – The Perfect Church?In this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are back to looking at the book of Acts, specifically Acts 3-5. They discuss what happens after Pentecost as we begin to see miraculous healings and the central role of Peter making connections between Christ and the fulfillment of the Old Testament. Through their discussion, they talk about the early Church—is it perfect? Is it the ideal church?Questions Covered in This Episode:All throughout Acts we see miraculous healings, what are we to make of these?Does God still heal? Like this?Are we se...2019-10-1737 min

Knowing FaithBonus Episode: Reappearing Church with Mark SayersIn this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by pastor, writer, and cultural commentator Mark Sayers. They discuss our cultural moment, what it means for the Church, and Mark's latest book, "Reappearing Church."Questions Covered in This Episode:Where did the church go? If the church is reappearing, when did it disappear?What are some things that make us anxious?What is the cultural change in how people view the church and Christians?How does Christian witness flourish when everyone is convinced they are an autonomous self?Do you see the growing...2019-10-1531 min

Knowing Faith#56 – Who is Jesus?In this episode, Kyle Worley, Jen Wilkin, and JT English continue their discussion of the Apostles' Creed. This week, they specifically dive into who Jesus is and what it means that the Son is eternally begotten.Questions Covered in This Episode:Who is Jesus Christ?Why “Jesus?” Why “Christ?”What is meant by “Lord?”What is the work of the Spirit in Christ’s conception?Was the Son of God born?Does Jesus have a mom? Is this significant?Why virgin?The Apostles Creed:I believe in God, the Father Almighty,creator of hea...2019-10-1040 min

Knowing FaithAfter the Fact: Making Sense of Philosophy & Our Cultural MomentJT English and Kyle Worley discuss how believers can make sense of philosophy, the history of ideas, and our cultural moment.Questions Covered in This Episode:What are some practical tips you can give someone to help make sense of philosophy, culture, and this cultural moment?What are resources you would suggest?Why should someone care about this?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:“The Republic of Plato” translated by Allan Bloom“The Nicomachean Ethics” by AristotleThe Qur’an“A History of Western Philosophy and Theology” by John Frame“We Are All Philosophers” by John Frame“Christian Ph...2019-10-0807 min

Knowing Faith#55 – Hot Tongues (Acts 2)In this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley jump into Acts 2, discussing what it means to speak in tongues and the work and role of the Holy Spirit. They talk about the missiological nature of speaking in tongues and Peter's sermon at Pentecost.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why Acts? What is Acts?What is Pentecost?Why tongues of fire?Who is the Holy Spirit?Is this indwelling of the Spirit normative? Is indwelling happening for the first time here?Is tongues evidence of the work of the Spirit?Peter’s sermon - What do...2019-10-0342 min

Knowing FaithAfter the Fact: Heresy HuntingKyle Worley and JT English talk about how to charitably talk about doctrine with those we might disagree with.Questions Covered in This Episode:How do you respond when someone says something that is wrong or heretical?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 18:24-28Amazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith Follow...2019-09-2407 min

Knowing Faith#53 – Up, Up, and Away?In this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley introduce the book of Acts and why they will be discussing it this season on Knowing Faith. They introduce who wrote the book, why it was written, and why it is important today. They also talk about whether we should still be casting lots to make our decisions.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why Acts?What is historical narrative?Who wrote this, who did they write it to, when was it written?In Acts 1, we end with Jesus leaving...why is Jesus leaving? Where is he...2019-09-1941 min

Knowing FaithAfter the Fact: Building, Leading & Managing a Women’s Bible StudyKyle Worley and Jen Wilkin talk about how to build, lead and manage a women's Bible study.Questions Covered in This Episode:What are some of these things you've learned about the social dynamics that are unique to Women’s Bible Study?What is the right question to ask when starting a Women’s Bible Study?What is the distinct value for having a women’s specific Bible Study?What is the natural byproduct of Women’s Bible Study that requires little to no effort?What are the steps to take to start a Women’s Bible Stud...2019-09-1007 min

Knowing Faith#51 – Season 3: Back to the BasicsIn this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley jump full swing into Season 3! They talk about their summers and what is coming this season of Knowing Faith. They also share some fun Twitter taglines and what listeners are saying about Knowing Faith. This season you can look forward to their discussions of the book of Acts and the Apostle’s Creed.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why do we do Knowing Faith? Why do we enjoy doing theology together?What do listeners say? Why might it be helpful to listen to Knowing Faith?What will...2019-09-0533 min

Knowing Faith#50 – Live from Proclaim Truth#50 - Live from Proclaim TruthJen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley, and Elizabeth Woodson talk about the doctrine of God—who God is and how God is—live from the Proclaim Truth Conference.Questions Covered in This Episode:What do I mean when I distinguish between theology and theology proper?Let me just ask our big question right up front: “Can I know who and how God is?”What difficulties/weaknesses/realities complicate my ability to know who God is?When I come to the bible should I lay down my theological beliefs and conclusi...2019-08-081h 03

Knowing Faith#48 – You Ask…We Answer (Kinda, Sorta, Not Really)Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley answer questions from listeners. They cover topics like eternal subordination of the Son, the closed nature of the canon and more.Questions Covered in This Episode:Eternal Subordination of the Son and Complementarian Theology: Let’s talk.How do we defend the closed nature of the canon?What is the meaning of 1 Timothy 2:15 -- “women are saved through childbearing?”The doctrine of justification: reformed view v.s. NT Wright’s position?What did Jesus do in the three days between his death and resurrection?Why do women no longer cover th...2019-06-1347 min

Knowing Faith#47 – King David Can Count: 2 Samuel 24 with Elizabeth WoodsonJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley conclude their discussions of 1 and 2 Samuel as they discuss 2 Samuel 24.Questions Covered in This Episode:We are at the end of 2 Samuel...what’s the story so far?So, in 2 Sam. 24, we find out David can count….and God is angry about that...right? Why does this matter?Isn’t this kind of an abrupt ending for 2 Samuel?What are some takeaways from 1-2 Samuel?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:2 Samuel 24, Psalm 20:7, 1 Chronicles 21:1, Genesis 50:20, 1 Kings, 2 Samuel 7, 2 Kings 25, Knowing Faith Episode #25 - Providence, Sovereignty, Aseity—Oh My!1 Samuel The Villag...2019-06-0633 min

Knowing Faith#45 – David Sings His Story: 2 Samuel 22Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are back with more on 2 Samuel and how to read poems and songs in Scripture.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is the story so far?Is this a Psalm? Why is David singing? Is he a poet? Why is he expressing himself in this way?What are some weaknesses in how we often approach the Psalms?What are some of the attributes of God and his work that David magnifies?What does this teach us about tying in our story with God’s story?Resources Mentioned in Th...2019-05-2332 min

Knowing Faith#43 – And Don’t You Forget It: The Ascension of Jesus with Mason KingMason King joins Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley to discuss Christ’s ascension and its significance.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why is the ascension the forgotten act of Christ?What is the ascension? Where is it in scripture?Is this his Coronation ceremony? KingshipDoes the ascension connect with any larger biblical themes or motifs?’Could we be saved apart from the ascension?Why is Jesus seated?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 1:6-11, 1-2 Samuel, Ephesians 4:8, John 17 “The Cross and the Christian Life” Ligon Duncan Forum“The Trinity and Christian Prayer” Sam Alberry S...2019-05-0931 min

Knowing Faith#42 – Absalom’s Daddy Issues: 2 Samuel 14-20 with Taryn MaysJen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley, and special guest Taryn Mays dive back into 2 Samuel to discuss what transpires between David and his son, Absalom.Questions Covered in This Episode:Who is Absalom and why does he matter?What is the conspiracy that Absalom undertakes?Is God choosing Absalom?Let’s look at David’s response in 2 Samuel 16:5-14.What is special about the way David mourns Absalom's death?Does the Lord actively bring harm upon people?Why care about the family of this ancient king that has a messed up family?Resources Mentioned in This...2019-05-0236 min

Knowing Faith#41 – The Lord’s SupperJen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley, and Mason King discuss the history and theology of the Lord’s Supper.Questions Covered in This Episode:The Lord’s Supper is one of two ordinances/sacraments. What is an ordinance or sacrament?Where would we go in the bible to talk about the Lord’s Supper?How does the Lord’s supper connect with broader biblical/theological themes?What is happening in the Lord’s supper?What are the different views on the Lord’s Supper?Helpful Definitions:Ordinances: Baptism & the Lord’s Supper are the means by which...2019-04-2544 min

Knowing Faith#40 – Not What It Looks Like: 2 Samuel 11–12Jen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley discuss the story of David and Bathsheba and some of the dominant ways it’s misunderstood today.Questions Covered in This Episode:The story of David and Bathsheba in 2 Sam. 11-13. Let’s retell the story up to this point, what’s been happening?(2 Sam. 11:1-5) David is in Jerusalem, but his armies are out at battle and David goes up to his roof and sees a woman bathing. Most will stop here and say that this woman is flaunting her business, is that what is really going on?Why didn’t...2019-04-1834 min

Knowing Faith#39 – Humble Calvinism with Jeff MeddersJen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley are joined by Jeff Medders to talk about his new book, “Humble Calvinism.”Questions Covered in This Episode:Why did you write this book?What is Calvinism and why does it matter?Why should I care about Calvinism?Is humble Calvinism different from just good old fashioned Calvinism? What area of Calvinism seems to get the most pushback?Helpful Definitions:Total Depravity, Unconditional Election, Limited Atonement, Irresistible Grace, Perseverance of the SaintsGuest Bio:Jeff Medders serves on staff at Risen Church and the Risen Colle...2019-04-1151 min

Knowing Faith#38 – Living With a TheologianJen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley are joined by their spouses to talk about what it’s like to live with a theologian.Questions Covered in This Episode:What’s it like living with a theologian?How do theological matters come up at home and how do we work through them when they show up?What’s it like to deal with theological issues as a couple? What have y’all found works for you and what hasn’t?Most common biblical or theological truth that shapes the convos in your home?Is there a book of the bib...2019-04-0445 min

Knowing Faith#37 – An Ark and a Covenant: 2 Samuel 5–8 with Jamin RollerJen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley and guest Jamin Roller discuss the Ark, the Davidic covenant and more found in 2 Samuel 5–8.Questions Covered in This Episode:After defeating the Philistines, David’s first order of business is securing the “Ark of the Covenant.” What is this Ark and why does David want it?Why does God kill Uzzah in 6:5-11?Why so much celebration for the ark?Take a look at 2 Sam. 6:21-22 “I will become even more undignified than this…” 2 Samuel 7 is the covenant with David. What is a covenant? How are they employed throughout scripture? How...2019-03-2853 min

Knowing Faith#36 – A Lesson in Pronouns: The Doctrine of Union with ChristJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the doctrine of Union with Christ.Questions Covered in This Episode:Let’s begin: Define the doctrine of “Union with Christ.”Where do we see this in the Old Testament? How about in the New Testament?Why does this doctrine matter? Helpful Definitions:Union with Christ: We enter in by grace through faith into Jesus Christ. Salvation is not just something God gives us it is something we receive.Union with Christ: “The intimate, vital, and spiritual union between Christ and His people, in virtue of which He...2019-03-2140 min

Knowing Faith#35 – People Getting Shanked: 2 Samuel 3-5Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley talk about all of the death and drama in 2 Samuel chapters 3 through 5.Questions Covered in This Episode:In the last discussion of 2 Samuel we looked at the fading of Saul’s kingship and the emergence of the Davidic kingship, but 2 Samuel 3:1 captures that even clearer doesn’t it?Who is Abner in 2 Samuel and why does he matter?Let’s talk about 2 Samuel 3:14.Then the murders start happening: Abner is murdered, then Ish-bosheth (Saul’s son)...why does this matter? Why is God ok with all this bloodshed?In 2 Samuel 5...2019-03-1434 min

Knowing Faith#34 – Taking the Plunge Into Baptism with Nate ElginJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley dive into the topic of baptism, discussing everything from what the Bible says about it to why it’s so controversial.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why are we talking about baptism?What is baptism? What does it do? What does it signify?Who should be baptized? When? How?Why was Christ baptized?If someone is listening to this and they were baptized as an infant, how would you walk them through consideration of believer’s baptism?Helpful Definitions:Believer’s Baptism: Immersion in water of a believe...2019-03-0745 min

Knowing Faith#33 – A Tale of Two Kings: 2 Samuel 1–3Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss 2 Samuel 1–3—everything from the death of Saul to the anointing of David and what is happening with Joab and Abner.Questions Covered in This Episode:Who is Saul and why does his death matter?Why is David so sad about the death of Saul and Jonathan?Let’s talk about 2 Samuel 1:11-16. What is happening here? Didn’t Saul ask to be killed? Then David kills the guy that killed him?David is anointed in 2 Samuel 2:1-7. Why is this significant for the rest of scripture? What is anointin...2019-02-2824 min

Knowing Faith#32 – Christology and Creeds: The Doctrine of ChristologyJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley dive deep into the doctrine of Christology, discussing what it is and the biblical texts and historical creeds that have informed our understanding of it.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is Christology?Jen, what are the most traveled passages in scripture when dealing with the doctrine of Christ?When we start to consider our doctrine of Christ, what are the sources historically we often lean on? Why do these matter?What recommendation would you make for someone looking to consider Christology further?Helpful Definitions:Christology: The...2019-02-2138 min

Knowing Faith#30 – How to Read the BibleHow and why should you read Scripture? Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley explore everything from choosing a reading plan to knowing why it’s important to understand the various literary genres that make up the Bible.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is the bible?Why do we read the bible?How should we read the bible?What are your bible reading tips?What is the relationship between bible reading and bible study?What about “devotions” and bible reading?Helpful Definitions:Revelation: The self-disclosure of God. God Himself is the sole and proper...2019-02-0739 min

Knowing Faith#28 – Lightning Round: Q&A with Mason KingJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley hit on several topics, like the Trinity, gluttony, the age of accountability and more.Questions Covered in This Episode:RE: Matt. 24:32-36...if the Father and Son are one, how does only the Father know the hour “these things shall come to pass?”How should we as Christians approach the topic of gluttony and personal health? How should we prioritize exercise and healthy food choices?As Christians, are we able to live without sinning?Does God speak to us through thoughts in our mind? For example, we ask God some...2018-12-2753 min

Knowing Faith#27 – The Incarnation (And Other Fun Advent Party Topics)You’ve probably heard the term “incarnation” before, but what does it really mean? Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley explore what we’re talking about when we talk about the incarnation, some common misconceptions around this idea and why it matters.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is Advent and why does it matter?What does the word “Incarnation” mean? What theological issues are wrapped up in the incarnation?Was the incarnation a surprise? Didn’t the OT prophesy it?Helpful Definitions:Advent: ComingIntertestamental Period: 400 years of silence between the Old Testament and the New Tes...2018-12-1342 min

Knowing Faith#26 – Talking David and Chopping Heads with Elizabeth WoodsonYou’ve more than likely heard the story of David and Goliath, but what’s really going on in this story? Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley dive into 1 Samuel 16–17 to talk about common misrepresentations of this story, the role of anointing, and kingship in the Old Testament and more.Questions Covered in This Episode:Israel has a king, but in 1 Samuel 16, David is anointed King? What’s going on here?What is the role of anointing in the OT and in kingship imagery? Is this a moment significant?What is happening in 1 Samuel 16:14?What are some...2018-11-2935 min

Knowing Faith#25 – Providence, Sovereignty, Aseity—Oh My!What is the doctrine of providence and how is that different from God’s sovereignty? Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss how God continues to reign and rule over His creation.“We talk about these things in the light so that we can stand on them in the dark.” Kyle WorleyQuestions Covered in This Episode:What is providence? What are the key positions of providence? Where do you fall?Helpful Definitions:Providence: God’s continued care and governance over the whole of his creation. Infinite: No limit of any kind.Sovere...2018-11-0840 min

Knowing Faith#24 – Don’t Even Look at It with Kelsey HencyJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Kelsey Hency, Editor in Chief of Fathom Magazine and Bible teacher, to talk about the Ark of the Covenant. They look at what it is, why it exists and its relationship to the presence of God. Questions Covered in This Episode:What’s the big deal with the ark? What is it? Why is it? How is it?Does the ark have magical power? Is this a Harry Potter situation? Why are the Philistines afraid about the presence of the ark?What is the relationship between the...2018-10-2535 min

Knowing Faith#23 – Is God Still Speaking?What is the doctrine of revelation and why is it so important? Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley explore how God has revealed Himself to us in the past and what that means for us today.Questions Covered in This Episode:If I came in this morning and began a conversation with you by saying, “JT, last night God told me…” What starts happening in your mind? What questions are raised? Why?What is the doctrine of revelation? What issues are wrapped up in this doctrine?How has God revealed himself in the world?What are th...2018-10-1132 min

Knowing Faith#22 – Blood, Names and NumbersDo you ever skip over books like 1 and 2 Samuel in your Bible reading plan? Do they just seem like a bunch of blood, names and numbers? Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss how there’s a lot more to these books than you might think, and they play an important role in the whole story of the Bible.Questions Covered in This Episode:When we get to the books of Samuel, what is the story so far?What are things about the books of Samuel that could be hard to understand?Who wrote these bo...2018-09-2733 min

Knowing Faith#20 – Questions, Answers, & a Little Bit of DebateOn this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Elizabeth Woodson to answer theological questions from our listeners. Listen to the crew discuss (and debate) topics like how we should read passages about Israel in 2018 or why God seems to be silent about the treatment of women…Questions Covered in This Episode:Are Israel and the Church the same in the New covenant? How should we read passages about Israel in 2018? Do they relate to current events in the state of Israel?Why does God seem to be silent in the OT re...2018-07-1954 min

Knowing Faith#16 – The End of the World as We Know ItJoin Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley as they discuss eschatology—the end of the world—through the lens of Matthew 23 – 25.Questions Covered in This Episode:Focusing in on Matt. 23-25, what is going on in these chapters? Are there any unique features of these chapters?Is Matthew 24 about the past, present, or future?Is Matthew 25 about the past, present, or future?What is the relationship between God’s judgment described in these chapters and the love of God?Helpful Definitions:Woe: “Is a pronouncement of doom with pity”Intertestamental Period: 400 years of silence betwe...2018-05-2434 min

Knowing Faith#11 – More Than a Piece of FruitJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Nathan Campbell to talk about the basis of sin and its effects on the world. It’s more than eating a piece of fruit that drove Adam and Eve out of Eden.Questions Covered in This Episode:Let’s talk Genesis 3: Why is it a big deal that Adam and Eve ate some fruit off of a tree? What is the best way to understand the curses of sin in Genesis 3?What is the relationship between sin, death, and the law of God?When trying to teach...2018-03-0833 min

Knowing Faith#6 – In the BeginningJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss Genesis 1-2 and how it shapes a Christian doctrine of creation by its original context and distinctives from other ancient origin creation narratives. Questions Covered in This Episode:Where was God before the beginning? When was He?Who was the original audience of the creation account? How does that shape the way we read Genesis 1-11?What do you believe is often neglected in the Christian doctrine of creation?What does it mean that humanity was created in the image of God? That we look, physically, like God?S...2017-11-2231 min

Knowing Faith#5 – Three Wise Men Walk into a BarnJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss Matthew’s account of Christ’s birth in Matthew 1:18-24 including several misconceptions of the story, how it relates to the Old testament, and why the incarnation had to happen. Questions Covered in This Episode:What is the single biggest misconception about the birth story of Jesus?What are some other ways that the story of Christ’s birth is misremembered because of popular understandings of the nativity story?Looking at Isaiah 7 (which is quoted in Matthew), why weren’t they looking for the miracle of a virgin birth?Why...2017-11-0928 min