Pistis with Us ZenCast (https://zencast.fm) Pistis with Us invites people of faith to join in the conversation of the Christian faith as we seek to understand God's revelation through his word, his world, and the Word made flesh. We believe who we understand God to be bears incredible weight on how we live. Our goal is to stand alongside people of the faith and walk together through the pistis venture leading us always to the Messiah and his calling on our lives in obedience to him, where we find true freedom and rest. © 2022 en Sat, 14 Mar 2026 03:54:42 +0000 https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website https://podcdn.zencast.fm/download/Podcast%2Fartworks%2F11831%2Flarge%2F27eae8c9f8c59e3f6fcbc8b4fc279db5eea8380218838a18095d8159e3e1502f%2Fe422360ff961ad9b.png Pistis with Us https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website Raleigh Clay Raleigh Clay Pistis with Us Pistis with Us is a podcast about the Christian faith and the God we worship. Join the Conversation! Pistis with Us invites people of faith to join in the conversation of the Christian faith as we seek to understand God's revelation through his word, his world, and the Word made flesh. We believe who we understand God to be bears incredible weight on how we live. Our goal is to stand alongside people of the faith and walk together through the pistis venture leading us always to the Messiah and his calling on our lives in obedience to him, where we find true freedom and rest. Pistis with Us invites people of faith to join in the conversation of the Christian faith as we seek to understand God's revelation through his word, his world, and the Word made flesh. We believe who we understand God to be bears incredible weight on how we live. Our goal is to stand alongside people of the faith and walk together through the pistis venture leading us always to the Messiah and his calling on our lives in obedience to him, where we find true freedom and rest. episodic Theology,Systematic Theology,Biblical Theology,Theological Method,Theological Praxis,Bible Study Methods,God,Kingdom of God,Faith,Pastors Raleigh Clay pistiswithus@gmail.com No false No no full Pistis with Us: Vindicating the Vixens- "Bathsheba: Vixen or Victim?" Pistis with Us: Vindicating the Vixens- "Bathsheba: Vixen or Victim?" An abuse of power No No 3c4061b3-1cb0-4f84-996f-f8899474f8ff Mon, 26 Aug 2024 23:48:42 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pistis-with-us-vindicating-the-vixens-bathsheba-vixen-or-victim Raleigh is joined by Sarah Bowler to discussed the often misunderstood story of King David and Bathsheba. If you have ever read 2 Samuel 10-11 and wondered if the traditional ways of teeling the story have been mistaken, you will not want to miss this episode.

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]]> Raleigh is joined by Sarah Bowler to discussed the often misunderstood story of King David and Bathsheba. If you have ever read 2 Samuel 10-11 and wondered if the traditional ways of teeling the story have been mistaken, you will not want to miss this episode.

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4327 full Pisits with Us- Roman Faith and Christian Faith with Dr. Teresa Morgan Pisits with Us- Roman Faith and Christian Faith with Dr. Teresa Morgan Join the Conversation! No No 97e0bc44-6e75-446f-ae39-aff61e481328 Thu, 13 Jun 2024 17:47:55 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pisits-with-us-roman-faith-and-christian-faith-with-dr-teresa-morgan Curious about how the Romans and early Christians understood faith and what it means for us today? Tune in as I chat with Dr. Teresa Morgan, an expert in ancient history, to uncover the fascinating concept of pistis (Greek) or fides (Latin) and its profound implications for our modern faith in a faithful God. Join the conversation!

Links mentioned in this episode:

Roman faith and Christian Faith: https://a.co/d/b6ZLRMD

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Curious about how the Romans and early Christians understood faith and what it means for us today? Tune in as I chat with Dr. Teresa Morgan, an expert in ancient history, to uncover the fascinating concept of pistis (Greek) or fides (Latin) and its profound implications for our modern faith in a faithful God. Join the conversation!

Links mentioned in this episode:

Roman faith and Christian Faith: https://a.co/d/b6ZLRMD

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 2926 full Pistis with Us: The Evangelical Imagination with Dr. Karen Prior Pistis with Us: The Evangelical Imagination with Dr. Karen Prior No No 33b693b7-c322-4285-95a0-262e6f73105b Fri, 24 May 2024 01:12:41 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pistis-with-us-the-evangelical-imagination-with-dr-karen-prior On this episode I speak with Dr. Karen Prior about the state of Evangelicalism in America and how we can move forward faithfully without abandoning the ship. American evangelicals have much to consider and evaluate when it comes to a myriad of issues including, Christian Nationalism, radical individualism, the meaning and extent of the gospel in relation to issue of social justice and reform.

The Evangelical Imagine: https://a.co/d/d4r2Anm

]]> On this episode I speak with Dr. Karen Prior about the state of Evangelicalism in America and how we can move forward faithfully without abandoning the ship. American evangelicals have much to consider and evaluate when it comes to a myriad of issues including, Christian Nationalism, radical individualism, the meaning and extent of the gospel in relation to issue of social justice and reform.

The Evangelical Imagine: https://a.co/d/d4r2Anm

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3703 full Pistis with Us: Theology and Philosophy with Dr. Timothy Yoder Pistis with Us: Theology and Philosophy with Dr. Timothy Yoder No No ab195f28-6b4e-42d6-9566-c0532125e27b Thu, 09 May 2024 15:16:55 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pistis-with-us-theology-and-philosophy-with-dr-timothy-yoder Clement of Alexander once said, "Theology is the queen of the sciences and philosophy is her handmaid." But, have you ever considered how theology and philosophy intersect in the Christian life? Can the church learn anything from the philosophers? Resident philosopher at Dallas Theological Seminary, Dr. Timothy Yoder, and I delve into the profound connections between theology and philosophy, uncovering the fascinating ways in which they inform and inspire one another. While some Church Fathers embraced the philosophical tradition with reverence and sought to harmonize it with Christian theology, others approached it with caution or skepticism. Yet, regardless of their perspectives, the dialogue between theology and philosophy has left an indelible mark on the development of Christian thought. Whether we recognize their influence or not, those thoughts are still prevalent in the 21st-century church. Join the Conversation!

]]> Clement of Alexander once said, "Theology is the queen of the sciences and philosophy is her handmaid." But, have you ever considered how theology and philosophy intersect in the Christian life? Can the church learn anything from the philosophers? Resident philosopher at Dallas Theological Seminary, Dr. Timothy Yoder, and I delve into the profound connections between theology and philosophy, uncovering the fascinating ways in which they inform and inspire one another. While some Church Fathers embraced the philosophical tradition with reverence and sought to harmonize it with Christian theology, others approached it with caution or skepticism. Yet, regardless of their perspectives, the dialogue between theology and philosophy has left an indelible mark on the development of Christian thought. Whether we recognize their influence or not, those thoughts are still prevalent in the 21st-century church. Join the Conversation!

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3231 full Pistis with Us: "Vindicating the Vixens: Junia/ Joanna: Herald of the Good News" with Dr. Amy Peeler Pistis with Us: "Vindicating the Vixens: Junia/ Joanna: Herald of the Good News" with Dr. Amy Peeler No No 4cdc278e-621a-46bb-b620-da31bb4bf48f Sat, 20 Apr 2024 00:05:18 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pistis-wit-us-vindicating-the-vixens-junia-joanna-herald-of-the-good-news-with-dr-amy-peeler On this episode of the Pistis with Us Podcast, I speak with Dr. Amy Peeler about Junia/ Joanna. The apostle Paul commended Julia in Romans 16 for her diligence in the gospel, which likely got her thrown in Roman prison. She is only mentioned overtly in Romans 16 but has been the subject of much deliberation. Join Dr. Peeler and me as we discuss this remarkable person. #Romans #StPaul #grace #love #gospel

Links mentioned in this episode: Vindicating the Vixens: https://a.co/d/9raV7nU

]]> On this episode of the Pistis with Us Podcast, I speak with Dr. Amy Peeler about Junia/ Joanna. The apostle Paul commended Julia in Romans 16 for her diligence in the gospel, which likely got her thrown in Roman prison. She is only mentioned overtly in Romans 16 but has been the subject of much deliberation. Join Dr. Peeler and me as we discuss this remarkable person. #Romans #StPaul #grace #love #gospel

Links mentioned in this episode: Vindicating the Vixens: https://a.co/d/9raV7nU

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3267 full Pistis with Us: A Longing to Belong Pistis with Us: A Longing to Belong Reflections on Faith, Identity, and Race No No 7c7665b4-6427-479d-8c4b-b569b4aef10f Fri, 08 Mar 2024 20:30:52 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pistis-with-us-a-longing-to-belong On this episode of "The Pistis with Us Podcast," I speak with Dr. Michelle Lee-Barnewall about issues of race, particularly in the church. Dr. Lee-Barnewall discusses what it was like for her to grow up in an area where she and her family were the only people of Asian descent and how that impacted her growth as a person. Her new book, "A Longing to Belong: Reflections on Faith, Identity, and Race," is a must-read for anyone wanting to understand race relations from a personal and vulnerable perspective.

Links mentioned in this episode: Purchase the book, "A Longing to Belong: https://a.co/d/4fN6oK8

Purchase "Neither Complementarian nor Egalitarian: https://a.co/d/cHMZdv2

]]> On this episode of "The Pistis with Us Podcast," I speak with Dr. Michelle Lee-Barnewall about issues of race, particularly in the church. Dr. Lee-Barnewall discusses what it was like for her to grow up in an area where she and her family were the only people of Asian descent and how that impacted her growth as a person. Her new book, "A Longing to Belong: Reflections on Faith, Identity, and Race," is a must-read for anyone wanting to understand race relations from a personal and vulnerable perspective.

Links mentioned in this episode: Purchase the book, "A Longing to Belong: https://a.co/d/4fN6oK8

Purchase "Neither Complementarian nor Egalitarian: https://a.co/d/cHMZdv2

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4285 full Pistis with Us- Strange Religion: with Dr. Nijay Gupta Pistis with Us- Strange Religion: with Dr. Nijay Gupta How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling No No de8f1ec1-7a3d-4144-9b4d-acc5020bc477 Sat, 24 Feb 2024 02:05:23 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pistis-with-us-strange-religion-with-dr-nijay-gupta The new Pisits with Us episode is now available! In this episode, I speak with Dr. Nijay K Gupta about his new book, "Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling." We discuss topics such as 1) how the early church stood out from Roman society and culture, 2) just what did the earliest Christ followers looked like in their cultural setting, 3) what made Christians different from the Roman worshippers of the pantheon, 4) how does the earlier Christian example inform how we should be weird, dangerous, and compelling in our own place in history. Join the Conversation!

Links mentioned in this episode: Strange Religion: How the First Christians were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling- https://a.co/d/edqIDFk

]]> The new Pisits with Us episode is now available! In this episode, I speak with Dr. Nijay K Gupta about his new book, "Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling." We discuss topics such as 1) how the early church stood out from Roman society and culture, 2) just what did the earliest Christ followers looked like in their cultural setting, 3) what made Christians different from the Roman worshippers of the pantheon, 4) how does the earlier Christian example inform how we should be weird, dangerous, and compelling in our own place in history. Join the Conversation!

Links mentioned in this episode: Strange Religion: How the First Christians were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling- https://a.co/d/edqIDFk

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4219 full Pistis with Us: Vindicating the Vixens- Rehab the Canaanite Pistis with Us: Vindicating the Vixens- Rehab the Canaanite What We Talk about When We Talk about Rahab No No 313cc9e5-6a26-43a7-a9c2-718efb721a70 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 20:36:35 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pistis-with-us-vindicating-the-vixens-rehab-the-canaanite On this episode, I speak with Dr. Eva Bleeker about her contribution to "Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible." Dr. Bleeker wrote an inspiring chapter on Rahab of the Canaanites, revealing how many people do not understand her place in the narrative and how we should read and understand such a beautiful and complex story.

Topics discussed:

  1. The Israelite entrance into the land of Canaan
  2. Removal of identity rather than annihilation
  3. The love of God for all peoples
  4. Rahab theCanaanite as the revealer of the character of Yahweh within an Israelite text

Links mentioned in this episode: Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible: https://a.co/d/bfvH9qj

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> On this episode, I speak with Dr. Eva Bleeker about her contribution to "Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible." Dr. Bleeker wrote an inspiring chapter on Rahab of the Canaanites, revealing how many people do not understand her place in the narrative and how we should read and understand such a beautiful and complex story.

Topics discussed:

  1. The Israelite entrance into the land of Canaan
  2. Removal of identity rather than annihilation
  3. The love of God for all peoples
  4. Rahab theCanaanite as the revealer of the character of Yahweh within an Israelite text

Links mentioned in this episode: Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible: https://a.co/d/bfvH9qj

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4662 full Pisits with Us- "Vindicating the Vixens: The Woman at the Well" with Dr. Lynn Cohick Pisits with Us- "Vindicating the Vixens: The Woman at the Well" with Dr. Lynn Cohick No No 181a2398-53cd-4ca4-8d73-42f36290c5a5 Thu, 07 Dec 2023 21:19:01 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pisits-with-us-vindicating-the-vixens-the-woman-at-the-well-with-dr-lynn-cohick On this episode, I speak with Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University about her contribution to "Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible." Dr. Cohick wrote a chapter on the woman at the well of John chapter 4. If you have ever viewed the woman at the well as a sexually promiscuous person who couldn't keep a husband, please join the conversation and discover a different lens through which to read the narrative.

Topics discussed:

  1. Salvation
  2. The woman at the well
  3. John 4
  4. Jews and Samaritans
  5. God's love for the vulnerable

Links mentioned in this episode: https://a.co/d/gtrnXEY

Lynn H. Cohick (PhD, University of Pennsylvania) is Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University. She was provost at two US-based evangelical seminaries, taught at Wheaton College for eighteen years, and taught at Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology (now Africa International University) when she and her family lived in Kenya. She is President of the Institute of Biblical Research (IBR), is senior translator on the New Living Bible Translation for Tyndale Publishing House, and serves on the Board of Trustees at Biola University and the Board of Directors for Langham Partnership USA. Dr. Cohick is the founder and President of Center for Women in Leadership, a principal with Dr. Sandra Glahn and Dr. George Kalantzis of the Visual Museum of Women in Christianity, and the founder and host of The Alabaster Jar podcast.

]]> On this episode, I speak with Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University about her contribution to "Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible." Dr. Cohick wrote a chapter on the woman at the well of John chapter 4. If you have ever viewed the woman at the well as a sexually promiscuous person who couldn't keep a husband, please join the conversation and discover a different lens through which to read the narrative.

Topics discussed:

  1. Salvation
  2. The woman at the well
  3. John 4
  4. Jews and Samaritans
  5. God's love for the vulnerable

Links mentioned in this episode: https://a.co/d/gtrnXEY

Lynn H. Cohick (PhD, University of Pennsylvania) is Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University. She was provost at two US-based evangelical seminaries, taught at Wheaton College for eighteen years, and taught at Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology (now Africa International University) when she and her family lived in Kenya. She is President of the Institute of Biblical Research (IBR), is senior translator on the New Living Bible Translation for Tyndale Publishing House, and serves on the Board of Trustees at Biola University and the Board of Directors for Langham Partnership USA. Dr. Cohick is the founder and President of Center for Women in Leadership, a principal with Dr. Sandra Glahn and Dr. George Kalantzis of the Visual Museum of Women in Christianity, and the founder and host of The Alabaster Jar podcast.

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4003 full Pistis with Us- Vindicating the Vixens Episode 3: The Virgin Mary Pistis with Us- Vindicating the Vixens Episode 3: The Virgin Mary Regaining Our Respect No No 327d05b7-32f1-48c9-81ce-738d40479480 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 01:07:48 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pistis-with-us-vindicating-the-vixens-episode-3-the-virgin-mary Why is the mother of Jesus so often marginalized within Protestantism? How should we think of the Virgin Mary? Join Raleigh Clay and Dr. Tim Ralston as they discuss this prominent figure of the New Testament and endeavor to regain a healthy respect for Mary and her life.

Topics discussed:

  1. Theotokos- Mother of God
  2. The virgin birth
  3. Nicene Creed
  4. Discipleship

Links mentioned in this episode: Vindicating the Vixens: Rivisting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women in the Bible: https://a.co/d/71fAZwo

]]> Why is the mother of Jesus so often marginalized within Protestantism? How should we think of the Virgin Mary? Join Raleigh Clay and Dr. Tim Ralston as they discuss this prominent figure of the New Testament and endeavor to regain a healthy respect for Mary and her life.

Topics discussed:

  1. Theotokos- Mother of God
  2. The virgin birth
  3. Nicene Creed
  4. Discipleship

Links mentioned in this episode: Vindicating the Vixens: Rivisting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women in the Bible: https://a.co/d/71fAZwo

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3638 full PwU: Vindicating the Vixens- "Eve: The Mother of all Seducers?" with Dr. Glenn Kreider PwU: Vindicating the Vixens- "Eve: The Mother of all Seducers?" with Dr. Glenn Kreider No No b661a64e-96db-4085-b680-7f390588b2ac Thu, 09 Nov 2023 16:28:54 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pwu-vindicating-the-vixens-eve-the-mother-of-all-seducers-with-dr-glenn-kreider Raleigh speaks with Dr. Glenn Kreider about his contribution in Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible, discussing the person of Eve. Understandings vary about her and her part in the rebellion of humanity. Dr. Kreider provides a thoughtful and compelling view of Eve and her relationship to all women.

Topics discussed:

  1. Eve's position in the creation narrative
  2. Hierarchy between the first man and woman
  3. Eqaulity and compliments between men and women
  4. Male and female relationships in the church

Links mentioned in this episode: https://a.co/d/bZkXgBC

]]> Raleigh speaks with Dr. Glenn Kreider about his contribution in Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible, discussing the person of Eve. Understandings vary about her and her part in the rebellion of humanity. Dr. Kreider provides a thoughtful and compelling view of Eve and her relationship to all women.

Topics discussed:

  1. Eve's position in the creation narrative
  2. Hierarchy between the first man and woman
  3. Eqaulity and compliments between men and women
  4. Male and female relationships in the church

Links mentioned in this episode: https://a.co/d/bZkXgBC

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3511 full Pistis with Us: Vindicating the Vixens Episode 1 Pistis with Us: Vindicating the Vixens Episode 1 Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women in the Bible No No f197e152-f4cf-4dfe-a7fc-1b5ede3705fb Wed, 01 Nov 2023 23:25:57 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pistis-with-us-vindicating-the-vixens-episode-1 An Introductory episode with Dr. Sandra Glahn, who was the General Editor for "Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible." Dr. Glahn and I begin the Vindicating the Vixens series, in which I will speak to each author of the book, discussing some overlooked or often misunderstood women within the biblical story. I hope you will join us as we introduce several themes that will play out over the next few months. Join the Conversation!

Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women in the Bible: https://a.co/d/9aFbtuR

]]> An Introductory episode with Dr. Sandra Glahn, who was the General Editor for "Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible." Dr. Glahn and I begin the Vindicating the Vixens series, in which I will speak to each author of the book, discussing some overlooked or often misunderstood women within the biblical story. I hope you will join us as we introduce several themes that will play out over the next few months. Join the Conversation!

Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women in the Bible: https://a.co/d/9aFbtuR

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 2915 full Pistis with Us: Reforming Criminal Justice- A Christian Proposal II Pistis with Us: Reforming Criminal Justice- A Christian Proposal II How how Christians engage with perpetrators of crimes to follow Christ's mandate of loving one's enemy? No No 93dcbaea-7095-481a-8851-1a438a86a9dd Tue, 10 Oct 2023 22:17:59 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pistis-with-us-reforming-criminal-justice-a-christian-proposal-ii How should Christians think about and treat those who have perpetrated and been convicted of crimes, particularly crimes against another? Join prosecutor and defense attorney Matthew Martens as he speaks with Dr. Glenn Kreider and me about the love of one's enemy in regard to the criminally guilty.

Topics discussed:

  1. Criminal Justice
  2. Love of the perpetrator and the victim
  3. A Christian proposal regarding criminal justice
  4. Forgiveness
  5. Practical steps forward regarding criminal justice and love for the victim and perpetrator

Links mentioned in this episode: Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal: https://a.co/d/2I6wQsl

]]> How should Christians think about and treat those who have perpetrated and been convicted of crimes, particularly crimes against another? Join prosecutor and defense attorney Matthew Martens as he speaks with Dr. Glenn Kreider and me about the love of one's enemy in regard to the criminally guilty.

Topics discussed:

  1. Criminal Justice
  2. Love of the perpetrator and the victim
  3. A Christian proposal regarding criminal justice
  4. Forgiveness
  5. Practical steps forward regarding criminal justice and love for the victim and perpetrator

Links mentioned in this episode: Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal: https://a.co/d/2I6wQsl

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4370 full PwU- Ephesians Episode3 PwU- Ephesians Episode3 Faith in the Lord and love for all the saints No No 7f97bfe3-df6b-47d0-9791-8209d31ffcc0 Mon, 02 Oct 2023 20:36:36 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pwu-ephesians-episode3 I am joined again by Justin Seebok Leung as I continue to work through St. Paul's letter to the saints in Ephesus. In this episode, we spend some time reviewing Paul's argument through verse 13 of chapter 1 and then expound upon the remarkable and awe-inspiring reality of salvation going to the Gentiles through the Lord Jesus, which begins Paul's reason for praising God for their love for all the saints. I hope that you will continue along with us. Join the conversation.

Topics discussed:

  1. Overflowing love
  2. How the Gentiles come into the family of God through Christ
  3. Purpose/ result clauses

Join the conversation!

]]> I am joined again by Justin Seebok Leung as I continue to work through St. Paul's letter to the saints in Ephesus. In this episode, we spend some time reviewing Paul's argument through verse 13 of chapter 1 and then expound upon the remarkable and awe-inspiring reality of salvation going to the Gentiles through the Lord Jesus, which begins Paul's reason for praising God for their love for all the saints. I hope that you will continue along with us. Join the conversation.

Topics discussed:

  1. Overflowing love
  2. How the Gentiles come into the family of God through Christ
  3. Purpose/ result clauses

Join the conversation!

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3044 full Pistis with Us- Ephesians episode 2 Pistis with Us- Ephesians episode 2 Who in the world is "we," "us," and "our" in the first chapter of Ephesians? Then, who is the "you?" No No d22a45a2-a0e6-49be-af58-2ad583d2d76c Thu, 21 Sep 2023 21:19:13 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pistis-with-us-ephesians-episode-2 In this episode, Raleigh and Seebok discuss Ephesians 1:3-14, asking, "Who is Paul referring to in his use of the pronouns?" When we understand the referent of the pronouns, the argument of the letter becomes more apparent, and God's story begins to unfold in vivid detail. Join the conversation. #biblestudy #grace #love #Christ #Israel #salvation #God #Jesus #Bible

Topics discussed:

  1. Election
  2. Predestination
  3. Chosenness
  4. "In Christ"

Join the conversation!

]]> In this episode, Raleigh and Seebok discuss Ephesians 1:3-14, asking, "Who is Paul referring to in his use of the pronouns?" When we understand the referent of the pronouns, the argument of the letter becomes more apparent, and God's story begins to unfold in vivid detail. Join the conversation. #biblestudy #grace #love #Christ #Israel #salvation #God #Jesus #Bible

Topics discussed:

  1. Election
  2. Predestination
  3. Chosenness
  4. "In Christ"

Join the conversation!

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3530 full PwU- Wisdom for Faithful Reading PwU- Wisdom for Faithful Reading Old Testament Hermeneutics and Faithful Reading No No 50f8d02f-c652-4c09-ba19-9a1601693ca2 Tue, 12 Sep 2023 19:06:36 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pwu-wisdom-for-faithful-reading In this episode, Dr. John Walton and I discuss Old Testament hermeneutics and how to read faithfully.

Topics discussed:

  1. Biblcal hermeneutics
  2. Faithful reading
  3. Biblical Interpretation

Links mentioned in this episode: "Wisdom for Faithful Reading" https://a.co/d/ijWlOxg "The Lost World of te Israelite Conquest" https://a.co/d/jhb6On8

]]> In this episode, Dr. John Walton and I discuss Old Testament hermeneutics and how to read faithfully.

Topics discussed:

  1. Biblcal hermeneutics
  2. Faithful reading
  3. Biblical Interpretation

Links mentioned in this episode: "Wisdom for Faithful Reading" https://a.co/d/ijWlOxg "The Lost World of te Israelite Conquest" https://a.co/d/jhb6On8

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3921 full Savoring Scripture Savoring Scripture A discussion about Bible study methods and practice. No No 8aacef09-3217-46f4-bb2c-96ba91c24bd4 Thu, 10 Aug 2023 14:32:46 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/savoring-scripture Dr. Andy Abernethy and I discuss his book, Savoring Scripture: A six-step guide to Studying the Bible." Dr. Abernethy lays out a practical and accessible way for us to study Scripture that doesn't end with itself but pushes beyond mere knowledge of the Bible to knowing the one who has revealed himself in it. Even if you are a seasoned student of the Bible, you will find Dr. Abernethy's work refreshing and much-needed. Join the conversation!

Topics discussed:

  1. Bible Study
  2. Encountering God through Scripture

Links mentioned in this episode: "Savoring Scripture: A Six-Step Guide to Studying the Bible" https://a.co/d/7TsYt5E

]]> Dr. Andy Abernethy and I discuss his book, Savoring Scripture: A six-step guide to Studying the Bible." Dr. Abernethy lays out a practical and accessible way for us to study Scripture that doesn't end with itself but pushes beyond mere knowledge of the Bible to knowing the one who has revealed himself in it. Even if you are a seasoned student of the Bible, you will find Dr. Abernethy's work refreshing and much-needed. Join the conversation!

Topics discussed:

  1. Bible Study
  2. Encountering God through Scripture

Links mentioned in this episode: "Savoring Scripture: A Six-Step Guide to Studying the Bible" https://a.co/d/7TsYt5E

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4131 full PwU: Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal PwU: Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal Reimagining criminal justice considering Christ's law of love. No No 0d6fedad-131b-4178-b1ee-5bb66f79f38c Wed, 02 Aug 2023 22:52:29 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pwu-reforming-criminal-justice-a-christian-proposal On this episode, I am joined by Dr. Glenn Kreider and Matthew Martens to discuss Matt's forthcoming book, "Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal." Matt is a trial lawyer and partner at an international law firm in Washington, D. C. Matt also holds a master's in biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. Throughout the book, Matt provides a panorama of criminal justice from the perspective of Christ's mandate to "love your neighbor as yourself," which is both refreshing and challenging on multiple levels. Join the conversation!

Topics discussed:

  1. Criminal Justice
  2. Social Justice
  3. Loving one's neighbor, even one's enemy in the context of justice.
  4. The attributes of God
  5. Divine Simplicity
  6. Hope

Links mentioned in this episode: Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal: https://a.co/d/7VyuWiW

]]> On this episode, I am joined by Dr. Glenn Kreider and Matthew Martens to discuss Matt's forthcoming book, "Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal." Matt is a trial lawyer and partner at an international law firm in Washington, D. C. Matt also holds a master's in biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. Throughout the book, Matt provides a panorama of criminal justice from the perspective of Christ's mandate to "love your neighbor as yourself," which is both refreshing and challenging on multiple levels. Join the conversation!

Topics discussed:

  1. Criminal Justice
  2. Social Justice
  3. Loving one's neighbor, even one's enemy in the context of justice.
  4. The attributes of God
  5. Divine Simplicity
  6. Hope

Links mentioned in this episode: Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal: https://a.co/d/7VyuWiW

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4376 full PwU- Nobody's Mother PwU- Nobody's Mother An exploration with Dr. Sandra Glahn concerning the Artemis cult in Ephesus and its impact on St. Paul's letters. No No ef0cb6b6-3528-4904-a453-02b728c056a5 Thu, 27 Jul 2023 01:52:53 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pwu-nobodys-mother On this episode, Raleigh speaks with Dr. Sandra Glahn about her new book, "Nobody's Mother: Artemis of the Ephesians in Antiquity and the New Testament."

Topics discussed:

  1. Women will be saved in child bearing
  2. Women in ministry
  3. 1 Timothy 2.15

Links mentioned in this episode: Nobosy's Mother: https://a.co/d/5nxJ9qP

]]> On this episode, Raleigh speaks with Dr. Sandra Glahn about her new book, "Nobody's Mother: Artemis of the Ephesians in Antiquity and the New Testament."

Topics discussed:

  1. Women will be saved in child bearing
  2. Women in ministry
  3. 1 Timothy 2.15

Links mentioned in this episode: Nobosy's Mother: https://a.co/d/5nxJ9qP

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3980 full The AITheist The AITheist Discussion with Dr. Michael Svigel about his new book, "The AITheist." No No df0bb8d7-e6f7-4a5a-8af3-4367218ca3b7 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 14:00:43 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/the-aitheist On this episode, Raleigh sits down with Dr. Michael Svigel to discuss his new fiction book, "The AITheist." The book is an entertaining read bringing up concepts such as theology, faith, doubt, the problem of evil, forgiveness, and more. Dr. Svigel presents a dialog between a former professor of theology turned atheist who is hired to dissuade a sentient AI from believing in the Christian God. The book exposes several real to life issues that will have the reader invested and contemplating their own experiences and conversations.

Links mentioned in this episode: For a list of Dr. Svigel's works visit, (https://www.amazon.com/stores/Michael-J.-Svigel/author/B0063MFK72?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true)

]]> On this episode, Raleigh sits down with Dr. Michael Svigel to discuss his new fiction book, "The AITheist." The book is an entertaining read bringing up concepts such as theology, faith, doubt, the problem of evil, forgiveness, and more. Dr. Svigel presents a dialog between a former professor of theology turned atheist who is hired to dissuade a sentient AI from believing in the Christian God. The book exposes several real to life issues that will have the reader invested and contemplating their own experiences and conversations.

Links mentioned in this episode: For a list of Dr. Svigel's works visit, (https://www.amazon.com/stores/Michael-J.-Svigel/author/B0063MFK72?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true)

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3395 full Politics with Us Politics with Us Politics and theology cannot be separated, and as Christians, we must engage well in political theology. No No c12c6252-6a37-4b1e-920c-9f94bc5c45fc Thu, 15 Jun 2023 14:23:08 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/politics-with-us In this episode, I speak with author, theologian, PhD student at Duke Divinity School about theology and politics. Join us as we discuss the bridging of theology and politics. We engage with some voices of the past from Augustine and some early church understanding of politics and the church, as well as some contemporary voices.

Kaitlyn is anticipating the release of her newest book, "The Ballot and the Bible," which you can preorder at https://a.co/d/j8rVxDV. Her first book, "The Liturgy of Politics" is available at https://a.co/d/jk0Vpnz

I hope you will join us as we speak about an inescapable subject for all of us.

Topics discussed:

  1. Politics and the Christian
  2. Theology and politics
  3. Politics in Christian history

Links mentioned in this episode:

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> In this episode, I speak with author, theologian, PhD student at Duke Divinity School about theology and politics. Join us as we discuss the bridging of theology and politics. We engage with some voices of the past from Augustine and some early church understanding of politics and the church, as well as some contemporary voices.

Kaitlyn is anticipating the release of her newest book, "The Ballot and the Bible," which you can preorder at https://a.co/d/j8rVxDV. Her first book, "The Liturgy of Politics" is available at https://a.co/d/jk0Vpnz

I hope you will join us as we speak about an inescapable subject for all of us.

Topics discussed:

  1. Politics and the Christian
  2. Theology and politics
  3. Politics in Christian history

Links mentioned in this episode:

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4209 full Ministry in Context Ministry in Context Ministry is never the same from location to location or even from different at different times in the same place. How should we approach these different norms with love and compassion as we seek unity in the body? No No 63166adf-9d75-44c9-aa85-b9548cf2675c Tue, 06 Jun 2023 12:59:36 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/ministry-in-context On this episode, Raleigh speaks with pastors Dan Walbert and Ruskin Clay about ministering within a certain contextual situatedness. They also discuss parternering with other local pastors and churches for the benfit of the body of Christ and how that may look in different contexts of ministry. Join the conversation!

Topics discussed:

  1. Pastorship
  2. Contextual Ministry
  3. Pastoral Care
  4. Ecumenicalism

Links mentioned in this episode: Kaitlyn Schiess: "The Litergy of Politics" (https://a.co/d/gahauC6)

]]> On this episode, Raleigh speaks with pastors Dan Walbert and Ruskin Clay about ministering within a certain contextual situatedness. They also discuss parternering with other local pastors and churches for the benfit of the body of Christ and how that may look in different contexts of ministry. Join the conversation!

Topics discussed:

  1. Pastorship
  2. Contextual Ministry
  3. Pastoral Care
  4. Ecumenicalism

Links mentioned in this episode: Kaitlyn Schiess: "The Litergy of Politics" (https://a.co/d/gahauC6)

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4496 full The King Jesus Gospel The King Jesus Gospel The essence of the gospel is that Jesus is King! No No 3a093423-a17b-464d-8bbd-b56c5a024272 Thu, 25 May 2023 20:44:42 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/the-king-jesus-gospel This week, Seebok and Raleigh, are joined by Dr. Matthew Bates to sppeak about his new book, "Why the Gospel" as well as several other topics. Join the Conversation!

Topics discussed:

  1. Why the gospel?
  2. What have we missed about the gospel?
  3. What is the gospel and how does it transform the creation?

Links mentioned in this episode: "Why the Gospel" https://a.co/d/6CVJgH2 "Salvation by Allegiance Alone" https://a.co/d/cwil1z9 "Gospel Allegiacne" https://a.co/d/0HsaHqZ "The Gospel Precisely" https://a.co/d/0YOaFKn "The Faithfulness of the Risen Christ" https://a.co/d/cEODDwd

]]> This week, Seebok and Raleigh, are joined by Dr. Matthew Bates to sppeak about his new book, "Why the Gospel" as well as several other topics. Join the Conversation!

Topics discussed:

  1. Why the gospel?
  2. What have we missed about the gospel?
  3. What is the gospel and how does it transform the creation?

Links mentioned in this episode: "Why the Gospel" https://a.co/d/6CVJgH2 "Salvation by Allegiance Alone" https://a.co/d/cwil1z9 "Gospel Allegiacne" https://a.co/d/0HsaHqZ "The Gospel Precisely" https://a.co/d/0YOaFKn "The Faithfulness of the Risen Christ" https://a.co/d/cEODDwd

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3722 full Theology with Us Theology with Us A Conversation about theology, theological method, and God's revelation of himself. No No a90ff1d5-fd62-491d-873f-780e5525ad0e Wed, 26 Apr 2023 22:09:09 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/theology-with-us This week, Seebok and I are joined by Professor of Theology at Dallas Theological Seminary, Dr. Glenn Kreider. We discuss what theology is, how we should approach theology, and how God has revealed himself to his creation, among other topics.

Topics discussed:

  1. Theology
  2. Revelation
  3. The Bible

Links mentioned in this episode: [https://www.amazon.com/Practical-Primer-Theological-Method-Discussing-ebook/dp/B07KDZC6XT/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2B7MEP1DZ5O6R&keywords=glenn+Kreider&qid=1682546310&sprefix=glenn+kreider%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-4]

https://www.amazon.com/God-Us-Exploring-Interactions-Throughout/dp/1596381183/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2B7MEP1DZ5O6R&keywords=glenn+Kreider&qid=1682546338&sprefix=glenn+kreider%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-5

Additional works by Dr. Kreider: https://www.amazon.com/Eschatology-Biblical-Historical-Practical-Approaches/dp/082544344X/ref=sr_1_6?crid=2B7MEP1DZ5O6R&keywords=glenn+Kreider&qid=1682546338&sprefix=glenn+kreider%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-6

https://www.amazon.com/Dispensationalism-History-Redemption-Developing-Tradition/dp/080240961X/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2B7MEP1DZ5O6R&keywords=glenn+Kreider&qid=1682546338&sprefix=glenn+kreider%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-4

https://www.amazon.com/Did-God-Father-Really-Kill-ebook/dp/B087D5TSDH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B7MEP1DZ5O6R&keywords=glenn+Kreider&qid=1682546338&sprefix=glenn+kreider%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-1

]]> This week, Seebok and I are joined by Professor of Theology at Dallas Theological Seminary, Dr. Glenn Kreider. We discuss what theology is, how we should approach theology, and how God has revealed himself to his creation, among other topics.

Topics discussed:

  1. Theology
  2. Revelation
  3. The Bible

Links mentioned in this episode: [https://www.amazon.com/Practical-Primer-Theological-Method-Discussing-ebook/dp/B07KDZC6XT/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2B7MEP1DZ5O6R&keywords=glenn+Kreider&qid=1682546310&sprefix=glenn+kreider%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-4]

https://www.amazon.com/God-Us-Exploring-Interactions-Throughout/dp/1596381183/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2B7MEP1DZ5O6R&keywords=glenn+Kreider&qid=1682546338&sprefix=glenn+kreider%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-5

Additional works by Dr. Kreider: https://www.amazon.com/Eschatology-Biblical-Historical-Practical-Approaches/dp/082544344X/ref=sr_1_6?crid=2B7MEP1DZ5O6R&keywords=glenn+Kreider&qid=1682546338&sprefix=glenn+kreider%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-6

https://www.amazon.com/Dispensationalism-History-Redemption-Developing-Tradition/dp/080240961X/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2B7MEP1DZ5O6R&keywords=glenn+Kreider&qid=1682546338&sprefix=glenn+kreider%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-4

https://www.amazon.com/Did-God-Father-Really-Kill-ebook/dp/B087D5TSDH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B7MEP1DZ5O6R&keywords=glenn+Kreider&qid=1682546338&sprefix=glenn+kreider%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-1

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4606 full Holy Week Ruminations Holy Week Ruminations A reflection of Holy Week, the crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus the Messiah King. No No 55458389-474e-4af7-85df-d9234a995637 Wed, 12 Apr 2023 20:45:48 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/holy-week-ruminations In this episode, pastors Seebok Leung and Raleigh Clay discuss the significance of Holy Week to the Christian faith.

Topics discussed:

  1. The "Triumphant Entry"
  2. The ascention of Jesus the Messiah
  3. How should we approach Holy Week?

Links to sermons mentioned in this episode https://youtu.be/NjJI9t79KzU https://youtu.be/sF-pfQe4Drs

Join the conversation! https://www.facebook.com/PistiswithUs/ Raleigh@fccdallas.org Seebok.leung@fccdallas.org

]]> In this episode, pastors Seebok Leung and Raleigh Clay discuss the significance of Holy Week to the Christian faith.

Topics discussed:

  1. The "Triumphant Entry"
  2. The ascention of Jesus the Messiah
  3. How should we approach Holy Week?

Links to sermons mentioned in this episode https://youtu.be/NjJI9t79KzU https://youtu.be/sF-pfQe4Drs

Join the conversation! https://www.facebook.com/PistiswithUs/ Raleigh@fccdallas.org Seebok.leung@fccdallas.org

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 4635 full Commanding Violence: SW ETS Presentation Commanding Violence: SW ETS Presentation This episode of Pist with Us diverges a bit from our regular format to present a talk from Raleigh Clay given at SW ETS on 3/25/2023 titled, "Commanding Violence: Moral Concerns regarding the Canaanite Conquest and Christ's Law of Love." No No df4290ce-dcec-4607-9186-29bd810c6065 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 17:27:13 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/commanding-violence-sw-ets-presentation In this episode, Raleigh Clay presents a paper titled, "Commanding Violence: Moral Concerns regarding the Canaanite Conquest and Christ's Law of Love."

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> In this episode, Raleigh Clay presents a paper titled, "Commanding Violence: Moral Concerns regarding the Canaanite Conquest and Christ's Law of Love."

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 1573 full Prayer Prayer Just what in the heavens is prayer all about? No No cc8e13db-8b34-4c86-80de-ee7efef6572c Tue, 14 Mar 2023 21:58:23 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/prayer This week, pastors Seebok and Raleigh discuss prayer. What is prayer? What does prayer accomplish? How do know if God is listening? We disccus these among other issues surrounding the vast and often mysterious topic of prayer.

This episode is not intended to be a systematic or academic approach to prayer, but an honest wrestling with the implications and pulchritude of having an audience with the King.

Please join us in the conversation.

]]> This week, pastors Seebok and Raleigh discuss prayer. What is prayer? What does prayer accomplish? How do know if God is listening? We disccus these among other issues surrounding the vast and often mysterious topic of prayer.

This episode is not intended to be a systematic or academic approach to prayer, but an honest wrestling with the implications and pulchritude of having an audience with the King.

Please join us in the conversation.

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 2744 full Prolegomena- getting started Prolegomena- getting started The introductory episode of Pisitis with Us detailing what the podcast is all about and what we hope to accomplish. No No f0eee5d4-ed05-46f3-bf22-0342b5b02aa5 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 20:56:52 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/prolegomena-getting-started This week, pastors Seebok and Raleigh discuss the intention of the show and why they feel a podcast of this nature is important. Some topics briefly discussed are: theology, theological method, theological praxis, biblical theology, future guests and episode topics.

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> This week, pastors Seebok and Raleigh discuss the intention of the show and why they feel a podcast of this nature is important. Some topics briefly discussed are: theology, theological method, theological praxis, biblical theology, future guests and episode topics.

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Raleigh Clay false no 2469 full PwU- Ephesians Introduction PwU- Ephesians Introduction An introductory episode for a study through St. Paul's letter to the saints in Ephesus. No No 32d69536-234c-48ce-b621-1e66b05e71fa Thu, 14 Sep 2023 16:07:14 +0000 Raleigh Clay https://pistis-with-us.zencast.website/episodes/pwu-ephesians-introduction I'm thrilled to introduce you to our journey through St. Paul's letter to the Ephesian saints, and I'm not doing it alone – I will have guests throughout the series, including my good friend, Seebok Leung, who joins me for the introduction. Together, we're diving deep into the theological heart of this incredible writing. At its core, this letter is all about unity in Christ. St. Paul passionately urges the believers in Ephesus to come together as one body, and he paints a vivid picture of the resurrected and ascended Messiah, calling the dead to life. It's a powerful message that should draw us together in the grace of God. Unity is a theme that runs through much of St. Paul's work, and it's as relevant today as it was back in the 1st century AD. This message is more important than ever in a world that often seems divided and churches that divide themselves for seemingly any reason. I hope you will join me over the next few months, witnessing the grace of God through the story of Scripture seen through the lens of St. Paul's Ephesian letter. I hope to hear from you along the way. If you have questions or comments, please post them in the comments so that everyone following can challenged and encouraged. Join the conversation!

Topics discussed:

  1. What does the title "Christ" mean?
  2. Who is Paul and why does he introduce himself the way he does?
  3. What does the title "Lord" mean?
  4. Who are the Ephesians and what does St. Paul mean by calling them saints?
]]> I'm thrilled to introduce you to our journey through St. Paul's letter to the Ephesian saints, and I'm not doing it alone – I will have guests throughout the series, including my good friend, Seebok Leung, who joins me for the introduction. Together, we're diving deep into the theological heart of this incredible writing. At its core, this letter is all about unity in Christ. St. Paul passionately urges the believers in Ephesus to come together as one body, and he paints a vivid picture of the resurrected and ascended Messiah, calling the dead to life. It's a powerful message that should draw us together in the grace of God. Unity is a theme that runs through much of St. Paul's work, and it's as relevant today as it was back in the 1st century AD. This message is more important than ever in a world that often seems divided and churches that divide themselves for seemingly any reason. I hope you will join me over the next few months, witnessing the grace of God through the story of Scripture seen through the lens of St. Paul's Ephesian letter. I hope to hear from you along the way. If you have questions or comments, please post them in the comments so that everyone following can challenged and encouraged. Join the conversation!

Topics discussed:

  1. What does the title "Christ" mean?
  2. Who is Paul and why does he introduce himself the way he does?
  3. What does the title "Lord" mean?
  4. Who are the Ephesians and what does St. Paul mean by calling them saints?
]]> Raleigh Clay false no 3248