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So We Speak An Exciting Announcement!As of this morning, we are live on YouTube! Check out the So We Speak channel and our first series, Empires. Subscribe for more series in the coming weeks. In addition, Cole gives a preview of our next two series coming up on the podcast. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sowespeak

2024-10-0903 min

So We Speak Renewal and the Legacy of Tim Keller with Terry FeixHow will Tim Keller be remembered? In previous episodes, Cole and Terry have discussed Keller's series of articles, "The Decline and Renewal of the American Church." Here, they reflect on the dynamics of renewal in the church and talk about the impact Tim Keller had on their lives and on the church.

2023-06-0139 min

So We Speak John Owen and the Puritans with Dr. Crawford Gribben"John Owen was the greatest - and certainly the most formidable - of English Protestant theologians.” So begins Crawford Gribben's book, An Introduction to John Owen, the best introduction to one of the most influential and enduring Christian theologians. But there's more to Owen than his theology. He was a man of the church, served as Vice Chancellor of Oxford, and lived through one of the most turbulent times in English history. In this episode, Cole talks with Dr. Gribben about Owen's life, impact, and legacy today. Find more of Dr. Crawford Gribben's work at his website Pu...

2023-05-2436 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 13: What’s Your View? With Terry FeixIn this final episode on the book of Revelation, Terry and Cole discuss the following questions: 1. What does it mean that we will be judged by our deeds and how does this square with salvation by faith? 2. Will there be rewards in heaven? 3. What is your view on Revelation? Watch the whole Apocalypse series at Crossings Community Church.

2023-05-1933 min

So We Speak Worship Leading and Song Writing with Mars ColemanWhat makes a great worship set? How does God use the planning, preparation, all the different pieces, and promptings in the moment to meet his people in worship? This week Mars Coleman joins the podcast to talk about leading worship, writing songs, and life as a Christian artist. Follow Mars on his website and on Spotify.

2023-05-1742 min

So We Speak How Were People Saved Before Jesus? With Terry FeixIf we're saved by grace through faith, how were people saved before Jesus's death and resurrection? In this episode, Cole and Terry talk about salvation in the Old Testament, specifically salvation through faith when faith has not yet become sight.

2023-05-1232 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 12: Eternal Punishment?In this episode, Terry and Cole discuss these questions: 1. How do different views of the end times affect engagement with culture? 2. Does anyone deserve eternal punishment? Is that just?

2023-05-0525 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 11: Islam and the End Times?In this episode, Terry and Cole discuss the following questions: 1. How does the vision of the end times in Islam fit with the picture in Revelation? 2. When Satan is released at the end of the thousand-year reign, who is he deceiving and who is he stirring up to rebellion? 3. In the post-millennial view, who binds Satan? 4. Is the rapture in the Bible? Where does it come from? Follow the Apocalypse Wednesday night series at Crossings Community Church.

2023-04-2827 min

So We Speak Return of the God Hypothesis: Part 3 with Dr. Ben WilliamsIn the third part of this conversation on Stephen Meyer's book Return of the God Hypothesis, Cole and Ben discuss the rebuttals to Meyer's arguments and the future of the faith and science conversation.

2023-04-2645 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 10In this episode, Terry and Cole discuss the following questions: Could AI be the anti-Christ? Will there be a literal battle of Armageddon? Follow the Apocalypse Wednesday night series at Crossings Community Church.

2023-04-2127 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 9In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss the following questions: 1. If you get the mark of the beast in order to feed your family will you lose your salvation? 2. How can you know that your name is written in the book of life? Follow the Apocalypse series on Revelation at Crossings Community Church.

2023-04-1722 min

So We Speak Return of the God Hypothesis: Part 2 with Dr. Ben WilliamsIn the second part of this conversation on Stephen Meyer's book Return of the God Hypothesis, Cole and Ben discuss the central argument of the book: the scientific consensus surrounding the origin of the universe, the design of the universe, and the design of life is best explained by a theistic worldview.

2023-04-1247 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 8Questions included in this episode: Why do some manuscripts say the mark of the beast is 616? Can Christians be deceived into getting the mark of the beast? Does the progressive Christianity movement resemble the false prophet? Will Christians fight in the battle of Armageddon? Follow the Wednesday night Apocalypse series at Crossings Community Church.

2023-04-0718 min

So We Speak Maundy Thursday with Terry FeixOn Thursday of Holy Week, Jesus ate the Passover meal with his disciples in what we now call the "Last Supper." Then he washed the disciples' feet and they went to the Garden of Gethsemane to pray. But Maundy Thursday gets its name from something else that happened that Thursday. Jesus gave his disciples a "new commandment," or in Latin, a "new mandate" to love one another. This command of love has been celebrated in the church for centuries. In this message, Terry Feix gives a message on Maundy Thursday and explains the way the whole Bible c...

2023-04-0633 min

So We Speak Can We Prove the Resurrection? With Terry FeixHow confident can we be that Jesus really rose from the dead? Holy Week builds up to Easter, the most important day of the Christian calendar. Jesus rose from the dead. Many have argued that we cannot know if Jesus really rose from the dead. In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss the resurrection and the confidence we can have this Holy Week.

2023-04-0539 min

So We Speak Unhitch from the Bible? With Terry FeixDo you have to believe everything the Bible says to be a Christian? Should we try to prove the Bible to new converts? Andy Stanley and others have argued that we should unhitch from the Bible and tether our faith to the resurrection. In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss the merits and flaws in this line of reasoning.

2023-03-2246 min

So We Speak The Unjust Manager in Luke 16 with Terry FeixThe "unjust manager" is the most difficult of Jesus's parables. Is Jesus telling us to imitate shrewd and dishonest people? What does he mean that children of this world are wiser than the children of the light? Cole and Terry unpack this parable and draw a few lessons for today.

2023-03-1531 min

So We Speak Return of the God Hypothesis: Part 1 with Dr. Ben WilliamsWhat ever happened to the new atheists? In the last decade, more scientists are embracing theism not in spite of science, but because of it. In his new book Return of the God Hypothesis, Stephen Meyer discusses the history of science and faith and the strongest scientific arguments for theism. In the first of three episodes, Dr. Ben Williams joins the podcast to discuss the book and the history of science and faith.

2023-03-0841 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 7: What is the abomination of desolation?In this episode, Terry answers the following questions: 1. Is the altar and incense of Exodus 30 the same, at least symbolically, as the altar and incense of Revelation 8:3? 2. In Revelation 7:13 the 144,000 and multitude in white robes - Are these the same people as in Revelation 6:9, the souls under the altar? 3. What is the abomination that causes desolation in Daniel 9:27? You can watch the Revelation lessons at Crossings.Church.

2023-03-0320 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 6: Does the Book Start Over?In this episode, Cole and Terry answer these questions: 1. What is the significance of the 1/3 numbers in the trumpets? 2. Who is the mighty angel in chapter 10, and what is the significance of his feet being on the water and the land? 3. At the end of chapter 10, John is given a little scroll and commanded to prophesy again. Does the book start over here? Follow the lessons each week at Crossings Community Church, then tune in for the questions every Friday!

2023-02-1722 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 5: The Souls under the AltarIn this episode, Cole and Terry answer these questions: 1. What is the scroll that the lamb opens? 2. Can Christians today have the gift of prophecy like John? 3. In Rev. 6:9, it mentions the "souls under the altar." Doesn't this, along with the thief on the cross, imply that we go straight to heaven when we die rather than soul sleep? 4. Do we know the identity of the 144,000? How would the Jews of that day have known their tribe? Follow the lessons each week at Crossings Community Church, then tune in...

2023-02-1031 min

So We Speak The Book of Esther with Terry FeixEsther is the only book in the Bible that never mentions God, but as you read the story, you'll see God moving on every page. The story is messy, real, and above all, a testament to God's faithful provision for his people. For these reasons, Esther is one of the most applicable and relevant books in the whole Bible.

2023-02-0832 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 4: What about the Rapture?Questions in this episode: How could Jesus leave his church, his bride, here on earth while he pours out his wrath? Is 2 Thess. 2 a rebuttal to pre-tribulation rapture? What about people who have near-death experiences and come back to talk about it? How do we know John actually had these visions? Were there witnesses? Are they explainable through his familiarity with the visions of Ezekiel and Isaiah? Follow the lessons each week at Crossings Community Church, then tune in for the questions every Friday!

2023-02-0329 min

So We Speak Does God Care about Our Bodies? With Dr. Lainey GreerWhat does God say about our bodies? Are we eternal souls who happen to have bodies? In this episode, Cole is joined by Dr. Lainey Greer to discuss what the Bible says about our bodies and how we have been called to steward them. They cover body image, resurrection, fitness, health, and several other topics related to a theology of the body. If you'd like to read more of Dr. Greer's work, visit her website, https://laineygreer.com/ or check out her podcast, Forsaken Body.

2023-02-0234 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 3: Can You Lose Your Salvation?Questions in this episode: In Rev. 2:11, the letter to Smyrna, what is the second death? In Rev. 2:20, the letter to Thyatira, what does it mean to eat food sacrificed to idols? In Rev. 3:5, the letter to Sardis, what does it mean to have your name blotted out of the book of life? Can you lose your salvation? Follow the lessons each week at Crossings Community Church, then tune in for the questions every Friday!

2023-01-2733 min

So We Speak 1 Timothy with Terry FeixTimothy was one of Paul's co-workers and proteges. In this letter, Paul instructed him in all kinds of things concerning the household of God, from elders and deacons to widows and quarrels. Today, 1 Timothy is like a manual for navigating the extended family of God that is the church. Cole and Terry do an overview of the book, talk about difficult texts, and apply the letter to today. For more on deacons, see this white paper.

2023-01-2557 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 2: What Do the Symbols Mean in the Letters?Questions in this episode: Does every symbol have an explanation? In 2:7, letter to Ephesus; What is the paradise of God? In 2:10, letter to Smyrna; What is the crown of life? In 2:14, letter to Pergamum; What is sexual immorality? In 2:17, letter to Pergamum; What is the white stone? Which is your favorite of the 7 letters? Which one is the most difficult?

2023-01-2021 min

So We Speak Revelation Questions 1: Is Jesus Coming Soon? Who Are the Angels?In this first episode, we answer these questions: Did the early church think Jesus was coming back in the first century? Who are the angels to the seven churches? What research and resources are you doing for this series?

2023-01-1316 min

So We Speak The Parable of the Ten Virgins with Terry FeixThe parable of the ten virgins is rarely taught. Ten women wait for the bridegroom who delays into the night. When he comes, five have oil and the others don't. What does it all mean? In this episode, Cole and Terry cover this difficult text, looking at Jesus's teaching on the second coming, perseverance, and being watchful in the meantime.

2023-01-1140 min

So We Speak Coming Soon! Revelation Questions with Terry FeixStarting next week, Terry Feix will begin a 15-week study of the book of Revelation on Wednesday nights at Crossings Community Church. In addition to that, we'll be answering your Revelation questions on Fridays on the So We Speak podcast. Text questions during the lesson or email us at info@sowespeak.com.

2023-01-0604 min

So We Speak Can We Trust the Bible? With Dr. John MeadeCan we trust the Bible? How do we know that what we're reading today is what God actually said thousands of years ago? John Meade and Peter Gurry answer these questions in their new book Scribes & Scripture: The Amazing Story of How We Got the Bible. In this episode, Cole talks with John about the history of the Bible, the manuscript tradition, how we know we have the right books, and what translations to use.

2023-01-0458 min

So We Speak Who Were the Magi? With Terry FeixWho were these mysterious magi that came to worship Christ? Were they three kings from the orient? Were they magicians? In this Christmas episode, Cole and Terry discuss the different theories and clues about the identity of the Magi.

2022-12-2322 min

So We Speak The Best Books of 2022 with Terry FeixCole's Favorite Books: Rogues - Patrick Radden Keefe Scribes and Scripture - John Meade and Peter Gurry The Life We're Looking For - Andy Crouch The Existence and Attributes of God - Stephen Charnock Churchill & Son - Josh Ireland Terry's Favorite Books: Innovation - Peter Ackroyd Leadership - Henry Kissinger A Non-Anxious Presence - Mark Sayers Strange New World - Carl Trueman Post your favorite So We Speak article or this episode to enter our...

2022-12-2154 min

So We Speak From Prisoner to Prince: The Joseph Story with Sam EmadiThe story of Joseph is the capstone of the book of Genesis, but it also points forward to many things to come, including the story of Daniel and Christ's death on the cross. In this episode, Cole is joined by Sam Emadi to talk about his book From Prisoner to Prince: The Joseph Story in Biblical Theology. They discuss the role of biblical theology, how to see the big themes of Scripture, and the important role the Joseph story plays in the story of Scripture.

2022-12-1446 min

So We Speak Baptism for the Dead? 1 Cor. 15:29 with Terry FeixWere people in Corinth being baptized on behalf of dead people? 1 Corinthians 15:29 is just an example in Paul's argument, but it has baffled commentators and Bible readers ever since. Cole and Terry discuss whether the Corinthians were actually doing baptisms on behalf of people who have died or if there is another explanation of this verse.

2022-12-0735 min

So We Speak The Messianic Secret in Mark with Terry FeixIf you read through the gospels, you quickly encounter a very strange feature of Jesus's ministry. He keeps instructing people not to talk about who he is and what he's doing. Why is that? How does it square with the Great Commission? This facet of Jesus's ministry has come to be known as the "Messianic Secret." In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss the different ways of understanding the secret and give their opinions on how to interpret these texts in the Gospel of Mark.

2022-11-3035 min

So We Speak What Happens When You Die? 1 Thess. 4The Thessalonians were wondering what would happen to those who died before the second coming. Paul's response answered that question but raised several others. What happens when we die? Do we go straight to heaven or sleep until the second coming? Is there a rapture or is Paul talking about the second coming? Cole and Terry work through these questions and others about the end times in this latest episode.

2022-11-2347 min

So We Speak Election and Mercy in Romans 9If you've ever been in a small group or a Bible study, election has undoubtedly come up. How can God elect some for salvation and still be just? How can he find fault with us? These are precisely the questions Paul takes up in Romans 9. In this difficult text, Cole and Terry talk about how to read this passage, Calvinism, Wesleyanism, and God's mercy in election.

2022-11-091h 02

So We Speak The Rich Man and Lazarus in Luke 16The Rich Man and Lazarus is a popular text in Luke for preaching and teaching. Like so many of Jesus's parables, it immediately sticks in your mind, but it also has much more to it than meets the eye. First of all, is it a parable or a true story? Is Jesus's description of the afterlife what we should expect or just for the story? Finally, what's the takeaway from this parable and how should we apply it? Cole and Terry continue the difficult texts series by discussing these questions and others in Luke 16.

2022-11-0246 min

So We Speak Lessons from 300 Funerals with Lance WardNo one likes to talk about death, but until Christ returns we'll all taste death. Lance Ward has done more than 300 funerals in his roles as a pastor and chaplain. In this episode, Cole and Lance talk about walking through seasons of sorrow, caring for the dying, and a few dos and don'ts of funerals.

2022-10-2753 min

So We Speak Rebellious Angels in Jude 6As an opening example, Jude mentions angels who left their proper position and rebelled against God. In the end, he reminds the reader that God will punish this group of angels for their false teaching. But what is he talking about? When did this happen? Connection Genesis 6, Psalm 8, and Jude 6, Cole and Terry discuss rebellious angels and the supernatural realm.

2022-10-1239 min

So We Speak Lessons from 66 Bible Overviews with Terry FeixIn this episode, Cole and Terry reflect on what they learned by doing book overviews for every book in the Bible, discuss Bible reading plans, and make recommendations for reading the Bible every day.

2022-09-2135 min

So We Speak Hebrews with Terry FeixThe book of Hebrews ties the storylines of the Bible together. Jesus is the true and better Moses, Melchizedek, and High Priest. But why does the author make this grand argument? Dive into the background, original audience, and the timeless message of the "word of exhortation" to the Hebrews.

2022-09-1458 min

So We Speak The Song of Songs with Terry FeixWhat is the Song of Songs? Is it an allegory of Christ and the church? Is it a description of Christians and their sex lives? Is it good marriage advice? In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss Song of Songs as wisdom literature and the implications that has for our vision of love, sex, and intimacy.

2022-09-0737 min

So We Speak Ezekiel with Terry FeixEzekiel can lay claim to being the strangest of the major prophets. His life became his message and he prophesied through the worst period of Israel's history. But his message wasn't all lament and woe. Captured by the glory of God, Ezekiel foretells the restoration and redemption of Israel, a time when they will have new hearts and new Spirits to live with God forever.

2022-08-311h 03

So We Speak Ruth with Terry FeixRuth is one of the great short stories in history. People have called it a Cinderella tale from the Old Testament. Each character gives an insight into the faithfulness of God. They model righteousness in difficult circumstances. In the end, we get an incredible picture of God's plan to redeem and to save through his Son Jesus.

2022-08-2429 min

So We Speak 1 & 2 Chronicles with Terry FeixWhy do we have 1 & 2 Chronicles, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings when they all relate similar events? In the Hebrew Scriptures, Chronicles is the last book, a kind of recap of the history of Israel and a message of hope for those coming back from the exile. What can we learn from the similarities and differences? Why does the Chronicler focus on the Levites and the Temple? The answers to these questions create a unique message of hope found at the very end of the history of Israel.

2022-08-1743 min

So We Speak 2 and 3 John with Terry FeixWhat do these short letters offer the church today? At the end of John's life he was still pastoring. In 2 John, he addresses a church, and in 3 John, he addresses a church leader, instructing them and encouraging them to live out their faith in the midst of opposition and false teaching. These short encouragements to the church are packed with implications for our lives today.

2022-08-1031 min

So We Speak Decline and Renewal in the American ChurchIn this episode, Cole and Terry discuss the fourth installment of Tim Keller's essay, "The Decline and Renewal of the American Church." They touch on reasons for decline and strategies, promises, and glimpses of renewal.

2022-08-0342 min

So We Speak Leviticus with Terry FeixLeviticus may not be anyone's favorite book of the Bible, but it is central to understanding how and why we worship God. Cole and Terry discuss the outline and purpose of Leviticus and draw lessons for our worship today.

2022-07-2748 min

So We Speak Summer Book Recommendations with Terry FeixTerry's Recommended Reads: For the Making of Modern Israel series: Leadership, Henry Kissinger Six Days of War, Michael Oren Israel, Noa Tishby Crisis: The Anatomy of Two Major Foreign Policy Crises, Henry Kissinger The Arab-Israeli Wars, Chaim Herzog Islamic Imperialism, Efraim Karsh General: One Damn Thing After Another, William Barr Here’s the Deal, Kellyanne Conway The Kingdom of God in America, Richard Niebuhr The Expulsive Power of a New Affection, Thomas Chalmers Enco...

2022-07-2046 min

So We Speak Zechariah with Terry FeixLike Daniel, Ezekiel, and Revelation, Zechariah is an apocalyptic book, but that doesn't mean it has no relevance for the church today. The images and visions in Zechariah are some of the strongest and most repeated in scripture. In a time of terrible discouragement, Zechariah offers encouragement by the Spirit of God and a picture of God fulfilling his promises.

2022-07-1344 min

So We Speak Revelation: Part 3 with Terry FeixIn this final episode on the book of Revelation, Cole and Terry look at the millennium, the final judgment, and the vision of the new heavens and the new earth. Though many people have different views on the millennium, we can all come together on the stunning vision at the end of the Bible - God making all things right and dwelling with his people forever.

2022-07-0645 min

So We Speak Revelation: Part 2 with Terry FeixThe middle vision of Revelation spans chapters 4-16 and includes three sets of seven: seals, trumpets, and bowls. In the middle, God brings judgment on the world and sustains his people. Beginning with a glimpse into the throne room of Heaven and ending with peals of thunder and earthquakes, there is a lot to take away from the second vision. In this second part, Cole and Terry look at John's vision from the throne room and draw lessons for reading Revelation and applying it today.

2022-06-291h 07

So We Speak Revelation: Part 1 with Terry FeixRevelation is the capstone of the whole Bible. Allusions and images from the prophets are interwoven to reveal God's plan for things that must soon take place. It may also be the most controversial book of the Bible. In this episode, we look at the structure of the book, four ways to interpret it, and examine the letters to the seven churches. For more on Revelation see Terry Feix's 10-part series.

2022-06-2243 min

So We Speak The Book of Micah with Terry FeixMicah is one of the great prophets of Judah. A younger contemporary of Isaiah, Micah advised Hezekiah during the Assyrian siege and prophesied the Babylonian exile. But he also prophesied comfort for the people of God. In this episode, see what the prophecy of Micah teaches us about living in the already/not yet kingdom of God.

2022-06-1538 min

So We Speak Numbers with Terry FeixNumbers is a misnomer; this book is full of stories. Starting at Mount Sinai, Numbers records the journey to the Promised Land and back out into the wilderness for 40 years. It is a story of God's faithfulness and there are several important visions of the coming Messiah who won't just bring the people into the Promised Land, but will reign in a kingdom of peace forever.

2022-06-0137 min

So We Speak The Book of Galatians with Terry FeixThe letter to the Galatians may be the trickiest of Paul's letters - both for the background and the content - but it is packed with insight into the law, the work of the Spirit, and the freedom of the Christian life. In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss Paul's letter to the Galatians and the application for today.

2022-05-2545 min

So We Speak The Book of Daniel with Terry FeixDaniel is at once one of the most thrilling narrative books and one of the most cryptic prophetic books in the Bible. Daniel's life spanned the rise and fall of great empires and the message of his life and his visions point us to Christ - his faithfulness and his eternal reign.

2022-05-1855 min

So We Speak Remember Jesus ChristShai Linne - “Rember Jesus Christ” At this year's Together for the Gospel Conference, Shai Linne preached on 2 Timothy 2:8, "Remember Jesus Christ." What does that mean and why did Paul feel the need to remind Timothy? In this episode, Cole and Terry talk about love and knowledge, the resurrection, and Shai Linne's message to remember Jesus Christ. Top T4G Talks: Al Mohler - “The Open Door Is the Only Door” Kevin DeYoung - “Never Spoke a Man Like This Before: Inerrancy, Evangelism and Christ’s Unbreakable Bible” ...

2022-05-1141 min

So We Speak How the Prodigal Son Ties the Bible TogetherThe Prodigal Son is one of the greatest stories ever told. In a few lines, Jesus captures the heart of God and the plight of humanity. We have all gone into the far country and we have a Father waiting to welcome us home. But this story is also a key to understanding the whole Bible. If you understand the Prodigal Son it will help you understand many other passages across the Bible.

2022-04-2742 min

So We Speak Maundy Thursday with Terry FeixOn Maundy Thursday, we remember the last supper, the institution of communion, and the final words of Christ to his disciples. In this message, Terry Feix walks through the whole Bible and connects the last supper with the Passover. To watch this message or attend a service, go to Crossings.Church.

2022-04-1433 min

So We Speak Hosea with Terry FeixHosea may be best known through Francine Rivers's book Redeeming Love. The first three chapters tell of a prophet who marries a woman who will never love him back and he pursues her to the furthest extent. But there's even more to Hosea than that. In this episode, find out what the rest of Hosea's prophecy holds, what it teaches us about the NT, and how we can live by his words today.

2022-04-0639 min

So We Speak Prophets, Priests, and Kings with Terry FeixFor much of church history, the archetypes of Prophet, Priest, and King have been used to describe the work of Christ, but they also describe the way humans were created to function. In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss these biblical themes and apply them to everyday life.

2022-03-3042 min

So We Speak The Gospel of John with Terry FeixJohn was written after the other three gospels, and in some ways, it's totally different. What was John up to in the fourth gospel? In the simplest language in the New Testament, John plumbs some of the deepest theological depths. In this podcast, Cole and Terry discuss the themes, structure, and the purpose of John.

2022-03-1655 min

So We Speak Does Archaeology Support the Bible?One of the most frequent questions we get is whether archaeology really supports what the Bible says. Recently returned from Israel, Cole and Terry reflect on a few new archaeological finds and the relationship between faith and history.

2022-03-0423 min

So We Speak Zephaniah with Terry FeixZephaniah may be the most obscure of the minor prophets. His short prophecy foretells destruction, judgment, and the day of the Lord. But in the end, there is hope for the remnant - the people of God who have endured to the end. This short prophecy is packed with meaning for the remnant today and for all those who want to serve God in difficult times.

2022-02-1627 min

So We Speak What Is an Evangelical?In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss Tim Keller's article, "The Decline of Evangelicalism." They differentiate between evangelicals, progressives, and fundamentalists, reflect on the politicization of American Evangelicalism, and talk about how Christians can maintain their fidelity and witness in a divided world.

2022-02-0949 min

So We Speak Ephesians with Terry FeixThe letter to the Ephesians is one of the crown jewels of the New Testament. In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss the background, nature, and content of Ephesians, moving from the rich theology in the first half to the practical application in the second half. No matter how many times you've read or studied this magnificent letter, there's always more to learn.

2022-02-0254 min

So We Speak The Book of Amos with Terry FeixAmos is one of the minor prophets who spoke against the false worship of the northern kingdom of Israel. Within Scripture, he is a model prophet; Isaiah, Ezekiel, Zechariah, and others draw from his words. His words also help us to follow God today. Then and now, God calls us to worship him as he has commanded, not on our own terms. Cole and Terry discuss the historical background and the way Amos applies to our lives today.

2022-01-2633 min

So We Speak The Book of Joel with Terry FeixJoel prophesies destruction. He warns of the day of the Lord which is coming for the people of Israel. But in the midst of that, he prophesies restoration. In fact, Peter quotes Joel on the day of Pentecost to explain what God has done by sending the Spirit and founding the church. This minor prophet is packed with insight for studying the Bible and life today.

2022-01-1932 min

So We Speak Deconstruction: Part 2In this second half of the conversation on deconstruction, Cole and Terry turn to the pastoral side of doubt and disillusionment. How would you walk with someone who came to you and said they didn't believe anymore? How would you respond to someone who was questioning what they grew up believing?

2022-01-1245 min

So We Speak The Best Books of 2021 with Terry FeixCole and Terry share their favorite books of the year! Send us your picks on social media or email us at info@sowespeak.com. Check out Cole's picks this week at So We Speak.

2022-01-051h 00

So We Speak Christmas and John the BaptistIn this Christmas episode, Terry offers a few thoughts on John the Baptist and his relationship to the Christmas story. It's not a coincidence that all four gospels begin with John. He was the forerunner of Christ and God's messenger to prepare his people. But his life was spent pointing to someone else. He never saw the fulfillment of the message he preached. At Christmas, we remember that we too have been charged with a similar mission: to point to the Savior. Support So We Speak!

2021-12-2227 min

So We Speak Deconstruction: Part 1What is deconstruction? Like so many terms in our culture today, it depends on who you ask. In this first part of their conversation about deconstruction, Cole and Terry talk about the roots of deconstruction, the causes, the reason many Christians deconstruct their faith, and the ideology underneath the concept. Resources Mentioned: Joshua Ryan Butler - "4 Causes of Deconstruction" Jonathan Leeman - "Defending Sound Doctrine against the Deconstruction of American Evangelicalism" Kevin DeYoung - "Postmodernism's Revenge" Josh Howerton - "Twitter Thread on Language and Deconstruction" Matt Chandler Twitter Clip David Gushee - "The Deconstruction of American Ev...

2021-12-0853 min

So We Speak Ecclesiastes with Terry FeixThe book of Ecclesiastes is one of the most difficult to interpret in the Bible. Does it teach that life is meaningless? Is everything vanity? Cole and Terry talk about how to make sense of Ecclesiastes, the theme of the book, and prominent passages. Support So We Speak!

2021-12-0144 min

So We Speak Happy Thanksgiving from So We Speak!Thank you all for listening and supporting So We Speak. Take some time this week to remember all that God has done, to thank him, and to trust him with the future. Support So We Speak!

2021-11-2404 min

So We Speak 1 & 2 Thessalonians with Terry FeixPaul's letters to the Thessalonians are unique in so many ways. They are some of Paul's earliest letters to a church he only spent a month with before he was pushed out of town by persecution. They are also some of his most intimate letters. 1 Thess. 2:1-12 gives an insight into what it might have been like to have Paul in town - and it's also where we got the name So We Speak. In this episode, we discuss Paul's pastoral method, the man of lawlessness, and everything in between. Support So We Speak!

2021-11-1743 min

So We Speak The Book of Joshua with Terry FeixJoshua marks a transition from across the Jordan into the promised land. In the same way, it serves as a hinge book between the Torah and the rest of the Old Testament. Joshua leads the people of Israel through the flooding river and into God's promises. The whole book displays God's faithfulness, through the conquest in the first half and the land grants in the second half. The takeaway this week is promises made, promises kept. Support So We Speak!

2021-11-1034 min

So We Speak Christian Education and Discipling Your Mind with Terry FeixThere are so many great educational resources available today. Where should you start? In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss the benefits and common pitfalls of Christian education, how to start where you are and learn to love God with your mind, and the best courses and resources to seek out.

2021-11-0334 min

So We Speak October Q&AWe're answering your questions this week. What is the best Bible translation? Did the Exodus really happen? What's the best order to read the New Testament? What sermons do you listen to during the week to continue learning? (Sorry for the leafblowers part way through!)

2021-10-1238 min

So We Speak Pastoring and Theology with Dr. Cliff SandersWe have a special guest on the podcast this week. Dr. Cliff Sanders is the Director of the Wesley Center and a pastor and theologian at Crossings Community Church. In this episode, Terry and Cliff discuss theology, the character of God, teaching, and bridging the gap between Calvinism and Arminianism in the church.

2021-10-0154 min

So We Speak Resources for Personal HolinessA few weeks ago, we talked about the importance of holiness in the church today and in the Christian life. Here are some of the most helpful tactics and resources we've used to grow in holiness, accountability, and community.

2021-09-2411 min

So We Speak The Decline of the Mainlines with Terry FeixTim Keller recently wrote an essay titled, "The Decline and Renewal of the American Church: Part 1 - The Decline of the Mainline." In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss the article and the broader decline of the mainline denominations, the parallels to today, and the ways Christians can stay faithful in a secular culture.

2021-09-2136 min

So We Speak Lamentations with Terry FeixThere are many passages and prophecies in the Bible about catastrophe, but the book of Lamentations is unique. In this short lament, Jeremiah cries out to God over the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem. What can we learn from his sorrow? How can we draw near to God during catastrophes, even spiritual catastrophes?

2021-09-1428 min

So We Speak Bonus: Resources for TeachingHere are some of our favorite resources for teaching and preaching. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, here are some of our favorite tools we use each week.

2021-09-0317 min

So We Speak From Text to Teaching with Terry FeixWhat process and weekly routine does Terry use to develop his Wednesday night lessons? This week, Cole and Terry talk about teaching, preparation and delivery.

2021-08-3151 min

So We Speak The Book of Titus with Terry FeixThe pastoral epistles present a vision of ministry in the first-century church. Paul developed and employed young pastors, sent them out for short-term missions, and then launched them into church leadership. The letter to Titus underscores the connection between doctrine and character and encourages each of us to do our part in building up the church.

2021-08-2438 min

So We Speak Looking Ahead: Personhood and Ethics with Terry FeixIn this second episode on looking ahead, Cole and Terry discuss the issues on the horizon for the church. What does it mean to be a human being? How has our culture distorted the notion of the self?

2021-08-1744 min

So We Speak Looking Ahead: Personal Holiness with Terry FeixTo mark three years of So We Speak, we're looking back and looking ahead for what God has in store. In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss the importance of personal holiness in the church and in the culture.

2021-08-1040 min

So We Speak Exodus Part 2 with Terry FeixIn the second half of Exodus, we get into conversations about Moses, the Law, and what God might have to teach us today through Israel's stay at Mount Sinai. If the main theme of Exodus is the presence of God, how can we apply that to our lives today?

2021-07-2740 min

So We Speak Exodus Part 1 with Terry FeixThe way we read and understand the Exodus influences the way we read the rest of the Bible. The events in Ex. 1-18 set the stage for the law, the promised land, and the life, death, and resurrection of Christ. But there are also some difficult questions in these chapters. Who hardened Pharaoh's heart? Where is Mount Sinai? Why did God bring plagues on Egypt? We discuss each of these questions and more on this episode.

2021-07-2050 min

So We Speak Best of 2020: Accountability, Theology, and the Woman Caught in AdulteryThis week we're answering questions from listeners: How can pastors be held accountable when they don't know everyone in the church? (1:10) Should the story of the woman caught in adultery be in the Bible? (18:00) How should Christians engage in politics and legislation? (33:55) What books do you recommend for learning more about theology? (47:40) What books are you reading that you recommend? (54:45) If you have a question email us at Info@sowespeak.com

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So We Speak November Q&A: Homosexuality, American History, and PredestinationIn this episode, we're answering questions that have come in this month. We tackle the texts dealing with homosexuality in the New Testament, a question about the Christian principles in the founding, an interesting fact about David and Jonathan, and the doctrine of predestination. For future episodes submit questions to info@sowespeak.com

2020-11-1849 min

So We Speak August Q&A with Terry FeixThis week we're answering questions from listeners: How can pastors be held accountable when they don't know everyone in the church? (1:10) Should the story of the woman caught in adultery be in the Bible? (18:00) How should Christians engage in politics and legislation? (33:55) What books do you recommend for learning more about theology? (47:40) What books are you reading that you recommend? (54:45) If you have a question email us at Info@sowespeak.com

2020-08-111h 01

So We Speak The Book of Habakkuk with Terry FeixHabakkuk is one of the best known of the minor prophets. His prayer shows the inner life of the Old Testament prophet, and God's answers to his prayers gives us a glimpse of what it looks like to trust God when things don't turn out the way we hope. Email us questions, comments, or suggestions at info@sowespeak.com.

2019-11-1933 min

So We Speak 2 Timothy with Terry FeixPaul's second letter to Timothy is one of the most commonly studied letters in the New Testament, and it's easy to see why. It's perfect for one on one discipleship, ministry leadership, and understanding the essentials of the faith. Have questions or suggestions for podcast topics? Email us at info@sowespeak.com.

2019-11-1255 min

So We Speak Leadership, Time Management and Cultivating a Judicial TemperamentThis week, Terry Feix takes some of his favorite proverbs and applies them to the workplace. We're talking about leadership, specifically how to manage competing priorities and how to make wise decisions. One of the most difficult things to do as a manager is to cultivate a judicial temperament, the ability to sort through lots of competing information to take action. Have questions for the podcast? Email us at info@sowespeak.com.

2019-11-0523 min

So We Speak Preaching and Preachers with Lance Ward and Blake Bastin - Part 2We're back with Blake Bastin and Lance Ward to talk about preaching and teaching prep, preaching different genres and how to study when you're not prepping. Send in questions to info@sowespeak.com for the September/October Q&A episode!

2019-09-1053 min

So We Speak Q&A: The Trinity and the Age of the Earth with Ben Williams and Terry FeixThis week we're answering a couple of questions on the doctrine of the trinity and old and new earth creation. Send questions in to info@sowespeak.com and we'll answer them on our next Q&A episode! Donnell and Connell Explain the Trinity Faith and Science, Part 1 - What is the relationship between faith and science? Faith and Science, Part 2 - Panel Discussion

2019-08-1350 min