Pastor Scholar Podcast

Revolve Bible Church
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Mar 24, 2026 • 42min

EP 44 | Should Churches Downplay the Topic of Suffering

Send us Fan MailJoin us on Episode 44 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we discuss how Jesus spoke of life, yet also called His followers to take up their cross and follow Him. Scripture doesn’t shy away from suffering, but what happens when the church does? In a culture drawn to comfort and positivity, this conversation wrestles with whether something essential is being left unsaid. If we misunderstand suffering, we may misunderstand the very path Christ calls us to walk.  --------------------------------------------------👍 Enjoyed this episode? Leave us a review and let us know your thoughts!📺 Check out our YouTube channel to find full video episodes, shorts, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@RevolveBible📖 Looking to deepen your understanding of the Bible? Dr. Cory Marsh's book: A Primer on Biblical Literacy, is a handy tool that will help readers grow in their understanding of, and reverence for, God's Word.Grab your copy here: https://amzn.com/dp/0986444286  🎙️New Episodes Drop Every 3 Weeks at 7 AM PST. ✔️Subscribe to our channel for more scripture-centered episodes ⛪Visit https://revolvebiblechurch.org to learn more about our church.  
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Mar 4, 2026 • 1h 13min

EP 43 | Recovering a Vintage Faith: Five Fundamentals of Evangelical Identity

Send us Fan MailJoin us on Episode 43 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we ask what it means to recover something that was never meant to be reinvented. In a time when labels shift and identities blur, we ask whether the word evangelical still carries the weight of a high view of Scripture, the exclusivity of Christ, and a zeal for gospel proclamation. If the church is “the pillar and support of the truth,” what happens when truth itself becomes negotiable? This conversation presses beyond slogans and into the question beneath them all: are we still anchored to the Word that defines us?  To purchase and learn more about Dr. Cory Marsh's book, visit: https://a.co/d/03kVj3Df--------------------------------------------------👍 Enjoyed this episode? Leave us a review and let us know your thoughts!📺 Check out our YouTube channel to find full video episodes, shorts, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@RevolveBible📖 Looking to deepen your understanding of the Bible? Dr. Cory Marsh's book: A Primer on Biblical Literacy, is a handy tool that will help readers grow in their understanding of, and reverence for, God's Word.Grab your copy here: https://amzn.com/dp/0986444286  🎙️New Episodes Drop Every 3 Weeks at 7 AM PST. ✔️Subscribe to our channel for more scripture-centered episodes ⛪Visit https://revolvebiblechurch.org to learn more about our church.  
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Feb 11, 2026 • 1h 35min

EP 42 | Why Theology Matters in Missions

Send us Fan MailJoin us on Episode 42 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we see that missions are not sustained by passion alone, but by truth rightly understood. Scripture warns that zeal without knowledge leads astray, and what we believe about God will shape how we proclaim Him to the nations. If Christ and His Word are not central, even well meaning missions can mislead.  Chad Vegas is the founding pastor of Sovereign Grace Church in Bakersfield, California, where he has served since planting the church in 2006 after completing his M.A. in Theology at Talbot School of Theology. He is the founding board chairman of Radius International and Radius Theological Institute, the founding vice chairman of Providence Classical Academy, and the author of By What Standard? as well as a co author of Missions By The Book. His passion is to know Christ and to make Him known.To learn more about Chad Vegas, visit: https://www.radiusinternational.org/aboutTo learn more about Radius International, visit: https://www.radiusinternational.org/To learn more about the missions debate, visit: https://vimeo.com/306712364--------------------------------------------------👍 Enjoyed this episode? Leave us a review and let us know your thoughts!📺 Check out our YouTube channel to find full video episodes, shorts, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@RevolveBible📖 Looking to deepen your understanding of the Bible? Dr. Cory Marsh's book: A Primer on Biblical Literacy, is a handy tool that will help readers grow in their understanding of, and reverence for, God's Word.Grab your copy here: https://amzn.com/dp/0986444286  🎙️New Episodes Drop Every 3 Weeks at 7 AM PST. ✔️Subscribe to our channel for more scripture-centered episodes ⛪Visit https://revolvebiblechurch.org to learn more about our church.  
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Jan 20, 2026 • 1h 16min

EP 41 | Reaching Jews for Christ

Send us Fan MailJoin us on Episode 41 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we see that throughout Scripture, God reveals His faithfulness to His promises and His saving purposes for both Jew and Gentile. We explore gospel ministry among Jewish people and the enduring hope found in Jesus Christ, the promised Messiah. As the Word exposes humanity’s need for redemption, it calls every person to repent of sin and believe in Christ alone, in whom forgiveness and life are found. Isaac Brickner serves as the Los Angeles Branch Leader for Jews for Jesus, continuing a family legacy of sharing the good news of the Messiah that began with his great-great-grandmother Esther in Ukraine. Raised in San Francisco, Isaac grew up deeply connected to Jews for Jesus through Camp Gilgal and later embraced God’s calling on his life during a formative missions trip to Israel and India in 2008.To learn more about Isaac Brickner, visit: https://jewsforjesus.org/staff/isaac-bricknerTo learn more about Jews for Jesus, visit: https://jewsforjesus.org/--------------------------------------------------👍 Enjoyed this episode? Leave us a review and let us know your thoughts!📺 Check out our YouTube channel to find full video episodes, shorts, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@RevolveBible📖 Looking to deepen your understanding of the Bible? Dr. Cory Marsh's book: A Primer on Biblical Literacy, is a handy tool that will help readers grow in their understanding of, and reverence for, God's Word.Grab your copy here: https://amzn.com/dp/0986444286  🎙️New Episodes Drop Every 3 Weeks at 7 AM PST. ✔️Subscribe to our channel for more scripture-centered episodes ⛪Visit https://revolvebiblechurch.org to learn more about our church.  
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Dec 30, 2025 • 1h 5min

EP. 40 | Understanding God's Covenants

They trace God’s promises through Scripture and explain how covenants shape the biblical storyline. They compare ancient Near Eastern treaties with biblical usage and outline a threefold covenant pattern. They debate which covenants are explicitly biblical and investigate who the new covenant was given to. They explore how Jesus interacts with and fulfills covenant promises across redemptive history.
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Dec 10, 2025 • 54min

EP 39 | What Is Biblicism and Why Does It Matter?

Join Dr. Cory Marsh, a New Testament scholar passionate about Scripture's authority, and Ryan Day, founding pastor of Revolve Bible Church, as they dive into the importance of biblicism. They discuss how this commitment to biblical authority shapes evangelical identity. Cory critiques modern retrievalism and misconceptions about biblicism, emphasizing the clarity of Scripture for all believers. Tune in to explore the balance between historical context and the enduring truth of God's Word!
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Oct 27, 2025 • 50min

EP 38 | Is Revival Happening in America Right Now?

Discussion asks whether recent trends signal a true spiritual awakening in America. They compare historical revival markers from Edwards and Keller with modern signs. Conversation covers conviction, repentance, and how outreach strategies shape conversion. They debate ordinary means of grace, younger generations boosting attendance, and how churches should respond with discipleship and discernment.
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Oct 27, 2025 • 49min

EP 37 | Special Episode: How Bridging the Gap Became a Podcast

Send us Fan MailJoin us on Episode 37 of the Pastor | Scholar Podcast as we pull back the curtain on the heart, vision, and prayer that shaped the Pastor | Scholar Podcast. From the very first idea to today’s most impactful discussions, discover how a desire to proclaim truth and equip believers has guided every episode.--------------------------------------------------👍 Enjoyed this episode? Leave us a review and let us know your thoughts!📺 Check out our YouTube channel to find full video episodes, shorts, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@RevolveBible📖 Looking to deepen your understanding of the Bible? Dr. Cory Marsh's book: A Primer on Biblical Literacy, is a handy tool that will help readers grow in their understanding of, and reverence for, God's Word.Grab your copy here: https://amzn.com/dp/0986444286  🎙️New Episodes Drop Every 3 Weeks at 7 AM PST. ✔️Subscribe to our channel for more scripture-centered episodes ⛪Visit https://revolvebiblechurch.org to learn more about our church.  
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Sep 30, 2025 • 47min

EP 36 | What Does It Truly Mean to be a Disciple?

Explore what it truly means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. Discover how the Greek term for disciple frames followers as learners under a teacher. Delve into the crucial connection between obedience and discipleship, and understand the implications of the Great Commission for all believers. The discussion touches on Bonhoeffer's views on the cost of true discipleship and why many Christians struggle with being discipled today. Learn about the essential roles of professors and pastors in fostering a vibrant discipleship culture.
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Sep 9, 2025 • 55min

EP 35 | Are We Living in the End Times?

They unpack Jesus' teaching on wars, famines, and cosmic signs from the Olivet Discourse. They debate preterism versus futurism and how to read 'this generation.' They trace the abomination of desolation, the man of lawlessness, and the timing of tribulation. They warn against newspaper exegesis and call listeners to readiness and active evangelism.

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