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Church History and TheologyCHT | S2E9: Wolves Will AriseCHT | S2E9: Wolves Will Arise As Paul nears the end of his life and ministry, he warns the church leaders in Ephesus that false teachers (wolves) will arise from even among their own number. In this episode, we look into Paul's presentation to the church in Ephesus about how to identify them, avoid them, and keep watch over yourselves. False teachers wander away from revealed truth, true teachers stand firm. As do all Christians who keep watch over their faith. Title: Wolves Will Arise Date: AD 57-67 Place: Miletus, Ephesus Key Figures and Events: Paul, Timothy, Ephesians Elders, Ephesian...
2024-08-211h 16Church History and TheologyCHT | S2E8: Paul - the Apostle to the GentilesCHT | S2E8: Paul - the Apostle to the Gentiles No other person outside of Jesus Christ has affected so much of the development and theology of the church than Paul. His writings make up nearly half of the books of the New Testament and his leadership helped found the churches of Asia Minor, Greece, and Rome. He helped align the focus of missions, theology, and gentile relations in the Church of Jerusalem. Join the study this evening as we construct his story and timeline, appreciating the wisdom that has come down to us from Paul. Title: Paul - the...
2024-08-0758 minChurch History and TheologyCHT | S2E3: Christ the Head of Church HistoryToday's episode has us talking about headship and leadership. Both in the Invisible Church and the Visible Church. And wouldn't you know it? God is consistent everywhere He goes. The general idea is this: the only bottleneck of leadership ought to be on Christ; not on any other human or leader. Christ instituted a concept of multifocal leadership for the church: multiple apostles appointing multiple elders who enlist the help of multiple deacons. It is not a Christian habit to follow only one apostle or one pastor or leader. Title: Christ the Head of Church History Date: 1st-21st Century...
2024-05-2947 minChurch History and TheologyCHT | S2E2: Why Study Church History?Title: Why Study Church History? Date: 1st-21st Century Place: Worldwide Key Figures and Events: Our Brothers and Sisters Documents of Significance: The Bible (as always) Narrative Overview: As we get into the "Why" of the study of church history, we cover how it has affected us already, where God is at work, the tie-ins to ecclesiology and eschatology. In the end, as an extension of Christian fellowship, the study of Church History ought to result in humility. If it doesn't, that is cause for concern. Want to Support the Show? If you'd like to help cover hosting costs, development...
2024-05-1546 minChurch History and TheologyCHT | S2E1: What is Church History?Title: What is Church History? Date: Creation - Present Day Place: Worldwide Key Figures and Events: God and His People Documents of Significance: The Bible :) Narrative Overview: This introductory episode explores the fundamentals of Church History and Theology. What exactly is Church History? Where does it begin, who is included, and what are its boundaries? We'll delve into these questions, discussing the definitions, scope, and key figures involved. Expect a candid discussion of your host's perspectives and biases—which are, of course, always correct. Want to Support the Show? If you'd like to help cover hosting costs, development, and general su...
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Gospel of JohnDeep Dive #6: Ignatius - Writings of Church HistoryIn this episode, we go back to the earliest part of the 2nd century (100s) to listen to the Bishop of Antioch writing to a church in Smyrna as well as his letter to that church's bishop, a man named Polycarp.These are only two of the seven letters Ignatius wrote on his trip to Rome to be martyred. They are worthy of our attention, as are the other five (another episode). If you want to follow along, here are the links to the translations (Roberts Donaldson) I am using:Epistle to the Smyrnaeans: http://earlychristianwritings.com/text/ignatius-smyrnaeans-roberts.htmlEpistle...
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The Big Book: Cover to Cover2 TimothyA teaching on the book of 2 Timothy. Paul's second letter to Timothy, the last letter he wrote, stands alone as a personal exhortation from a father in the faith to his spiritual son. In it, Paul encourages:Be strong and courageousDo not be ashamed of the gospelEntrust sound doctrine to those who will teach othersEndure hardshipFulfill your ministryThis text is unique in its warning, encouragement, and warmth. Read the full show notes here.
2023-01-1949 minThe Big Book: Cover to Cover1-2 Timothy Bonus with Dr. Mark BaileyDr. Mark Bailey joins Michael to discuss Paul's letters to Timothy.If we make the mistake of equating position with value, we've missed the teaching of Jesus at the core level with His disciples, because they thought position was equal with value, they wanted to sit at His right and left. And He said, you don't understand: that's the way gentiles think, but the servant is the greatest of all.Read the full show notes here.
2023-01-181h 05The Big Book: Cover to Cover1 TimothyA short book full of practical theology, the first of the three Pastoral Epistles: 1 Timothy. Paul is telling the younger Timothy, pray—bring your requests and your thanksgiving—to God, pray for others and for your leaders, so that you might live a tranquil and quiet life with all godliness and dignity. That's fighting the good fight. It's not going to be fun, it's going to be hard, but it's the right fight.Read the full show notes here.
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Michael Easley inContextThe Big Book—Cover to Cover: 2 TimothyA teaching on the book of 2 Timothy.
Paul's second letter to Timothy, the last letter he wrote, stands alone as a personal exhortation from a father in the faith to his spiritual son. In it, Paul encourages:
Be strong and courageous
Do not be ashamed of the gospel
Entrust sound doctrine to those who will also teach others
Endure hardship
Fulfill your ministry
This text is unique in its warning, encouragement, and warmth.
For Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-2-timothy
2021-04-2050 min
Michael Easley inContextBonus Episode: 1 & 2 Timothy with Dr. Mark BaileyDr. Mark Bailey joins Michael to discuss Paul's letters to Timothy, and how they apply to us today.
Show Notes: https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-1-2-timothy/
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Michael Easley inContextThe Big Book—Cover to Cover: 1 TimothyA short book full of practical theology, we look at the first of the three Pastoral Epistles today: 1 Timothy.
Paul writes to a younger Timothy about how to organize and and oversee the church at Ephesus. His instruction is loving, simple, and timeless.
https://michaelincontext.com/1-timothy/
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