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How Was The Church Formed | with Mike Chu and Karla Adcox

In this episode, join Mike and Karla for a table-side conversation in a new mini-series that explores questions about the birth of the Church and its progression into today's denominations. 
 
If you've ever wondered how Christianity came about, who the early church fathers were, how the essentials of the faith were formed, and how Christianity has progressed into multiple denominations today, then this mini-series is for you! This first episode will answer the question: “How was the Church formed?”, and will cover the birth of the church as seen in the book of Acts - AD 70.
 
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Women in Ministry Part 2 | Can Women Teach or Hold a Position of Authority in Church | with Dr. William Spencer and Dr. Aída Besançon Spencer

In this episode, we will discuss the topic of women in ministry with the main question centered around 1 Timothy 2, discussing whether women should teach or hold a position of authority in the church. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. William Spencer and Dr. Aída Besançon Spencer to get your questions answered!
 
To check out Dr. William Spencer and Dr. Aída Besançon Spencer’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
 
The Exegetical Process: How to Write a New Testament Exegesis Paper Step-by-Step
https://amzn.to/4euUDVY
 
Beyond the Curse
https://amzn.to/4dXLftR
 
Three in One: Analogies of the Trinity
https://amzn.to/3RSHduh
 
The Digital Evangelist: Expanding Your Ministry by Writing for Publication
https://amzn.to/4e7ORbr

Women in Ministry | Should Women Be Silent in the Church Today? | with Dr. William Spencer and Dr. Aída Besançon Spencer

In this episode, we will discuss the topic of women in ministry with the main question centered around 1 Corinthians 14 and if women should be silent in the church today. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. William Spencer and Dr. Aída Besançon Spencer to get your questions answered!
 
To check out Dr. William Spencer and Dr. Aída Besançon Spencer’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit these links:
 
The Exegetical Process: How to Write a New Testament Exegesis Paper Step-by-Step: Spencer, Aida Besancon: 9780825449161: Amazon.com: Books
 
Beyond the Curse
 
Three in One: Analogies of the Trinity
 
The Digital Evangelist: Expanding Your Ministry by Writing for Publication
 
 
 

Revelation | Questions on the great multitude, the new heaven and new earth, and the wrath of the trumpets | with Dr. Matthew Halsted

In this episode, we will discuss the book of Revelation with questions centered on the great multitude, the new heaven and new earth, and the wrath of the trumpets. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. Matthew Halsted to get your questions answered!
 
To check out Dr. Halsted’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
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Revelation | Questions on end time views, and context and symbolism throughout the book | with Dr. Matthew Halsted

In this episode, we will discuss the book of Revelation with questions centered on the various end-time views, the context we should keep in mind as we read the book, and the symbolism used throughout the book. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. Matthew Halsted to get your questions answered!
 
To check out Dr. Halsted’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
https://amzn.to/3R5aWQ5

Hebrews | Questions on can you loose your salvation and entertaining angels | with Dr. David Moffitt

In this episode, we will discuss the book of Hebrews with questions centered on whether you can lose your salvation, if the ascension was part of the atonement, and hospitality as entertaining angels. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. David Moffitt to get your questions answered!
 
To check out Dr. David Moffat’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
 
Rethinking the Atonement: David M. Moffitt, Wright, N. T.: 9781540966230: Amazon.com: Books

Hebrews | Questions on the heavenly assembly and Melchizedek | with Dr. David Moffitt

In this episode, we will discuss the book of Hebrews with questions centered on what the heavenly assembly is and how Jesus is described as from the priestly line of Melchizedek. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. David Moffitt to get your questions answered!
 
To check out Dr. David Moffat’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Rethinking the Atonement: David M. Moffitt, Wright, N. T.: 9781540966230: Amazon.com: Books

1-2 Timothy, Titus & Philemon | Questions on the last days and sound doctrine | with Dr. Ben Witherington

In this episode, we will discuss the books of -2 Timothy, Titus & Philemon with questions centered around the last days and sound doctrine. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. Ben Witherington to get your questions answered!
 
To check out Dr. Ben Witherington’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Full Catalog of Books: https://amzn.to/4rP8PgS

1-2 Timothy, Titus & Philemon | Questions on hierarchy, elders and deacons, and women in ministry | with Dr. Ben Witherington

In this episode, we will discuss the books of -2 Timothy, Titus & Philemon with questions centered around hierarchy, elders and deacons, and women in ministry. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. Ben Witherington to get your questions answered!
 
To check out Dr. Ben Witherington’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Full Catalog of Books: https://amzn.to/4rP8PgS

2 Corinthians | Questions on comfort during times of trouble, who “the god of this age” is, and how weakness can cause us to boast in Christ | with Dr. Ben Witherington

In this episode, we will discuss the book of 2 Corinthians with questions centered on how God comforts us in times of trouble, who “the god of this age” is, and how suffering and weakness can cause us to boast in Christ. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. Ben Witherington to get your questions answered!
 
To check out Dr. Ben Witherington’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Books:
Biblical Theology: The convergence of the Canon: https://amzn.to/4aSbJex
Conflict and Community in Corinth: A Socio-Rhetorical Commentary on 1 and 2 Corinthians: https://amzn.to/468IDFb