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The Learning Laborers54 - Persecution and Suffering in 1 Peter: A Historical and Pastoral ExaminationIn this episode of the Learning Laborers Podcast, Taylor hosts a conversation with Dr. Matthew McBirth on the themes of persecution and suffering faced by the recipients of 1 Peter. They delve into the historical and sociological contexts of early Christians, discussing how their faith led to social and cultural conflict. The episode surveys scriptural references and relevant historical background to offer nuanced insights into whether these early Christians experienced formal persecution. The discussion addresses the importance of understanding this context for modern-day believers and leaders, providing guidance on pastoral care and the appropriate Christian response to suffering and hostility.
2026-01-261h 01
Proximity PodcastThe Lost Art of Hospitality - Dr. Matthew McBirthProximity Podcast - Episode 2The Lost Art of Hospitality - Dr. Matthew McBirthHospitality is more than a great charcuterie board or a night of laughter with friends. Inmany cultures, it’s a rite of passage—a sacred invitation into belonging andunderstanding. In this episode of Proximity, we rediscover hospitality as a way of life,not just an occasional event.Jesus modeled this kind of radical welcome—sharing tables with the outcast and theoverlooked, turning ordinary meals into moments of transformation. True hospitality isn’tabout presenta...
2025-10-1734 min
College Heights Christian Church PodcastThe Life of David | The Wounds We Don't Heal | Matthew McBirth | 7.20.2025College Heights is a Jesus-centered, multi-generational, Bible-based church in Joplin, MO, where we are committed to following the Way of Jesus together.
2025-07-2138 min
King's Way Podcast215: Peter's Discipleship Journey w/ Dr. Matthew McBirthIf Jesus were giving out superlative awards to the people we read about in the New Testament, Peter's would be for Most Improved.In this week's conversation, Trevor and Ryan sit down with NT professor Dr. Matthew McBirth to talk about a new book that he contributed to on the life and transformation of Peter. Their conversation spans Peter's entire life, centering on Peter's understanding of suffering as a healthy part of the Christian life. Join the conversation by commenting what stuck out to you from their talk!And...
2025-05-2250 min
Spiritually IncorrectWhat Does the Bible Say About Suffering?The problem of evil has been a major theological and philosophical conundrum for millennia. Writers even before the time of Jesus were wrestling with the idea of why God (or the gods) would allow such pain and suffering in the world. Where is God in the midst of all this evil?Needless to say, Scripture is not silent on this issue. On this episode, we jump straight into this thorny issue with Dr. Matthew McBirth and look particularly at how St. Peter dealt with the issue in the Bible. In short, we have Peter, pain, and the...
2025-05-201h 12
College Heights Christian Church PodcastPhilippians | I Seek to Know Christ | Matthew McBirth | 11.17.2024College Heights is a Jesus-centered, multi-generational, Bible-based church in Joplin, MO, where we are committed to following the Way of Jesus together.
2024-11-1833 min
Beyond the Event: A Youth Ministry PodcastBTE3.16 Addressing Hot Button Issues in Ministry with Matthew McBirthMailbag questions or topic suggestions? Text us!Here's how you can connect with us:www.ciy.com@christinyouth on Instagram: you can find all of our individual program accounts in the bioCIY Community Facebook GroupEmail us at podcast@ciy.comAs always, be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. It also helps us out if you rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and send this episode to a friend!
2024-04-2952 min
The Learning Laborers25 - Cracking Open the Apocrypha with Matthew McBirthWhat is the Apocrypha? Why is it included in some Bibles and not in others? Is it safe for an evangelical Protestant to read these “hidden” books?!
Denver and Taylor sit down with Matthew McBirth to discuss these questions and others related to the study of Second Temple Jewish literature. Matthew is a Professor of Bible and Ministry at Ozark Christian College in Joplin, Missouri. In this episode, Matthew does a great job explaining why it is so important for students of the Bible to be familiar with works like those found in the Apocrypha, and how this knowledge...
2024-01-221h 12
King's Way PodcastEpisode 117 - How We Got the Bible (pt.2) w/ Prof. Matthew McBirthThe Bible is a deep well where we can learn about God's character and history in a way that helps us hear his ancient words of love and learn to feel his presence with us today. The Bible is also a long and complex collection of ancient books that we are majorly separated from by time, space, and language. Is it worth the effort to get past those hurdles? In fact, how can we trust the Bible? Where did it come from? If these are questions you're asking or thoughts you're having, this is the series for you.
2022-07-2138 minKing's Way PodcastEpisode 116 - How We Got the Bible (pt.1) w/ Prof. Matthew McBirthThe Bible is a deep well where we can learn about God's character and history in a way that helps us hear his ancient words of love and learn to feel his presence with us today. The Bible is also a long and complex collection of ancient books that we are majorly separated from by time, space, and language. Is it worth the effort to get past those hurtles? In fact, how can we trust the Bible? Where did it come from? If these are questions you're asking or thoughts you're having, this is the series for you.
2022-07-1441 min
Ozark Christian College PodcastOne Hit Wonders: Philemon: Inclusion vs Exclusion - Matthew McBirthwww.OCC.edu - Ozark Christian College - Joplin, Missouri - 417.626.1234
2022-04-0500 minOzark Christian College PodcastMartin Luther King Jr - Matthew McBirth and Matt Proctorwww.OCC.edu - Ozark Christian College - Joplin, Missouri - 417.626.1234
2022-01-1800 minOzark Christian College PodcastA Broken World, A Better Way: Racism - Matthew McBirthwww.OCC.edu - Ozark Christian College - Joplin, Missouri - 417.626.1234
2021-03-0200 min
Joplin ToadCastEpisode 7 | The Toad Listens: Pain and Perspective | Part TwoJaron Scott and Matthew McBirth use grace, humor, experience and wisdom to help us better understand what the BLM movement is, and what it isn’t. They walk through a series of common debate questions, covering topics like police brutality, the ethics of rioting, media bias, what systemic racism actually means, and the important difference between racism and indifference. This conversation aims to skip the ‘political’ element of the debate and get to the true heart of it- helping us better love and understand our black and brown friends and neighbors in Joplin and everywhere.
2020-09-091h 35
Joplin ToadCastEpisode 6 | The Toad Listens: Pain and Perspective | Part OneOver the next two episodes, Jaron Scott and Matthew McBirth use grace, humor, experience and wisdom to help us better understand what the BLM movement is, and what it isn’t. They’ll walk through a series of common debate questions, covering topics like police brutality, the ethics of rioting, media bias, what systemic racism actually means, and the important difference between racism and indifference. This conversation aims to skip the ‘political’ element of the debate and get to the true heart of it- helping us better love and understand our black and brown friends and neighbors in Joplin...
2020-09-0952 min
Faith > FearEp. 25: Tell Me More - Racial Reconciliation with Matthew McBirth“Tell me more.” These three words could be the bridge over a chasm of argument, debate, and hate as racial tensions are so keenly felt in the USA today. Matthew McBirth, Director of Diversity at Ozark Christian College, explains this simple but powerful suggestion along with several other steps toward racial reconciliation in this episode.Join us twice a week to learn from everyday individuals about how they are learning and living in an uncertain world. Episodes are also available at https://gnpi.org/updates/faith-fear.
2020-06-1036 min