In this episode, I talk with Matthew Martens about his recent book on criminal justice and biblical ethics. In our discussion Matt shares some of his vision for how Scripture and Christian theology can and should inform the way we think and speak about social concerns. He also argues that Love of God and love of our neighbors provides a framework for thinking about these wide-ranging issues. The book we discuss in this conversation is Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal (Crossway).    Martens is a lawyer working in Washington, DC. You can find him on twitter.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 My Most Recent Book: https://amzn.to/3ELxbBk Episode Sponsor:  https://cedarville.edu/gradpodcast Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with my friend Dr. Mitch Chase about some of his recent work in biblical theology. Mitch is both a professor and a pastor, so he is well-equipped and well-positioned to examine the relationship between the academy and the church as well as the role of a pastor-theologian. We also discuss the way the biblical canon as a whole speaks to the theological themes of death and resurrection hope. The book we discuss in this conversation is Resurrection Hope and the Death of Death (Crossway, 2022).      Chase is pastor at Kosmosdale Baptist Church and also associate professor of Biblical Studies at Southern Seminary. He also writes an excellent regular newsletter on Biblical Theology.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 My Most Recent Book: https://amzn.to/3ELxbBk Episode Sponsor:  https://cedarville.edu/gradpodcast Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Jason Kees about some of his recent research on the NT canon and the book of Revelation. We also discuss the importance of our local contexts, the relationship between the academy and the church, the need for more pastor-theologians, and the joy of reading the Scriptures. The book we discuss in this conversation is At the End of All Things: Identifying the Ideal Reader of Revelation (Fontes, 2023).    Kees is an Editor at Lifeway (Bibles & Reference). He also writes at JPKees.com and has several entries here.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 My Most Recent Book: https://amzn.to/3ELxbBk Episode Sponsor:  https://cedarville.edu/gradpodcast Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Ben Gladd about his work in biblical theology, NT studies, and the Gospel of Luke. In our conversation, we talk about the relevance of biblical theology to ministry, the use of the OT in the NT, and the literary beauty and theological depth of the Gospel narratives. His recent books along these lines are From the Manger to the Throne (Crossway), Handbook on the Gospels (Baker), and Dictionary of the NT use of the OT (Baker).    Gladd is professor of NT at Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, MS.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 My Most Recent Book: https://amzn.to/3ELxbBk Episode Sponsor:  https://cedarville.edu/gradpodcast Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Christopher Seitz about his work in hermeneutics, the history of interpretation, and canon studies. In our conversation, we talk about his development of a canonical approach over the course of his career and some of the interesting changes in the fields of Old and New Testament studies. We also discuss the work of Brevard Childs and some of the convergences the canonical approach has in scholarly and ecclesial settings. His recent books along these lines are The Elder Testament: Canon, Theology, Trinity (Baylor), Convergences: Canon and Catholicity (Baylor), and Essays on Prophecy and Canon: The Rise of a New Model of Interpretation (Mohr Siebeck).    Seitz has served as research professor at numerous institutions such as Yale University, University of St Andrews, and most recently at Wycliffe College.     This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 My Most Recent Book: https://amzn.to/3ELxbBk Episode Sponsor:  https://cedarville.edu/gradpodcast Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Peter Gurry about some of his work on the text of the NT and the discipline of textual criticism. In our conversation, we talk about the task of learning Greek, the aims of textual criticism, the overall reliability of the NT text, and the recent publication of a new manuscript fragment of sayings of Jesus. His recent books that cover these topics are Scribes and Scriptures (Crossway) and Myths and Mistakes in NT Textual Criticism (IVP).   Gurry is an Associate Professor of New Testament at Phoenix Seminary. He is also the author of A Critical Examination of the Coherence-Based Genealogical Method in New Testament Textual Criticism (Brill).    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Episode Sponsor:  https://cedarville.edu/gradpodcast Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 My Most Recent Book: https://amzn.to/3ELxbBk Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. J.R. Gilhooly about some of his work on a theology of angels, demons, and spiritual warfare. In our conversation, we discuss his recent book 40 Questions on Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare (Kregel).    Gilhooly is an Associate Professor of Philosophy and Theology at Cedarville University. He is also the author of The Devil's Own Luck: Lucifer, Luck, and Moral Responsibility (Lexington Books).    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Episode Sponsor:  https://cedarville.edu/gradpodcast Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 My Most Recent Book: https://amzn.to/3ELxbBk Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Ben Laird about some of his work on the formation and significance of the NT canon and the Pauline Corpus. In our conversation, we discuss his recent books Creating the Canon (IVP) and The Pauline Corpus in Early Christianity (Hendrickson).    Laird is an Associate Professor of biblical studies at Liberty University. He is also the co-editor with Stan Porter of Five Views of the New Testament Canon along with several other forthcoming works.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Most Recent Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CGHYDS1C/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=chedsp-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399349&creativeASIN=0199246165 Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Tomas Bokedal about some of his work in canon formation, biblical hermeneutics, and the paratextual features of the Bible. In our conversation, we discuss his recent book Christ the Center: How the Rule of Faith, the Nomina Sacra, and Numerical Patterns Shape the Canon (Lexham).    Bokedal is Lecturer at School of Divinity, King's College at the University of Aberdeen. He is also the author of The Formation and Significance of the Christian Biblical Canon: A Study in Text, Ritual, and Interpretation (T&T Clark).    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Greg Goswell about some of his work in hermeneutics, biblical theology, and the paratextual features of the Bible. In our conversation, we discuss his recent book Text and Paratext and Biblical Theology.    Dr. Goswell is Academic Dean and Lecturer in Hebrew & OT at Christ College in Sydney, Australia. He is also the author of many journal articles and books including a commentary on Ezra-Nehemiah and a biblical theology of the book of Ruth.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

Two Testaments to Tell, a sermon on 2 Timothy 2:1–10.  In this episode, I share a sermon I preached at New Community Church, STL in January (2023). This was the last session of a weekend conference on canon formation.  Thanks for listening!

In this episode, I talk with Kavin Rowe about some of his work in Hermeneutics, NT studies, and the history of Early Christianity. In our conversation, we discuss his 2002 article on "Biblical Pressure and Trinitarian Hermeneutics," his 2022 article on the question of Truth and NT Studies, as well as his recent book, Christianity's Surprise: A Sure and Certain Hope.    Dr. Rowe is Vice Dean for Faculty and Distinguished Professor of NT at Duke Divinity School. He is also the author of many books and articles including World Upside Down: Reading Acts in the Graeco-Roman Age (Oxford) and Early Narrative Christology (de Gruyter).   This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

The Rhythm of Lament, a sermon on Psalm 42.  In this episode, I share a sermon I preached in chapel at Cedarville University on Psalm 42 and the role of lament in the Christian life. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, I talk with Brandon Dean Smith about some of his work on the doctrine of the Trinity and the task of theological interpretation. In our conversation, we discuss his most recent books in this area: The Trinity in the Book of Revelation (IVP) and The Biblical Trinity (Lexham).    Brandon is Assistant Professor of Theology and New Testament at Cedarville University. His twitter handle is @brandon_d_smith, and his forthcoming books include The Trinity in the Canon (B&H).   This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

Fear and Draw Near the Son (Hebrews 4–5). In this episode, I share a recent sermon I preached in chapel at Cedarville University on the end of Hebrews 4 and the beginning of Hebrews 5.  Thanks for listening!

In this episode, I talk with Taylor Turkington (MA, DMin) about some of her work on the meaning and application of the prophetic book of Habakkuk. In our conversation, we discuss her recently published book Trembling Faith: How a Distressed Prophet Helps Us Trust God in a Chaotic World (B&H).     Taylor is the director of the biblical and theological education ministry BibleEquipping, and her DMin dissertation at Western Seminary was a homiletical commentary on the book of Habakkuk.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Peter Link about some of his work in the narratives of the Old Testament. We also speak about the joys and challenges of reading biblical texts in academic and church settings. In our conversation, we discuss his new book Bible 101: A Crash Course in Scripture (Adams Media).     Link is associate professor of Christian Studies at Charleston Southern University. His dissertation under John Sailhamer was on the meaning and purpose of Deuteronomy 29–30.   This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Matthew A. Bennett about missions, contextualization, and the pressing social issues that affect American evangelicalism. In our conversation, we discuss his new book Hope for American Evangelicals: A Missionary Perspective on Restoring Our Broken House (B&H). Matt has years of experience in the mission field and is a well-respected missiologist.      Bennett is associate professor of Missions and Theology at Cedarville University, the author of The Quran and the Christian, and several other works in the fields of theology, biblical studies, and missiology.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Stephen Dempster about biblical theology, canon studies, and the literary artistry of the book of Genesis. We discuss his book Dominion and Dynasty (IVP, 2003) as well as some of his forthcoming works in biblical theology. In our discussion, Dr. Dempster also discusses some of the literary strategy of biblical texts like Genesis 38 and the theological significance of OT genealogies.    Dempster is professor emeritus of religious studies at Crandall university, the author of Dominion and Dynasty, several OT commentaries, and a host of essays and articles on canon studies and biblical theology.    This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Mickey Klink about his recent book, The Local Church: What It Is and Why It Matters for Every Christian (Crossway, 2021). In our discussion, Pastor Mickey shares some of his insights and experience about the nature and priority of the local church for all believers. We also discuss his and Darian Lockett's book Understanding Biblical Theology: A Comparison of Theory and Practice (Zondervan, 2012) and the strategic function of biblical theology in the academy and in the churches.    Klink is Senior Pastor at Hope Church in Roscoe, IL and the author of several important works in biblical and theological studies. He was also formerly a professor at Biola University in California.      Read the books mentioned in this podcast:  The Local Church Understanding Biblical Theology This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman). Thanks for listening! Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.