Knowing Faith

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley conclude their discussions of 1 and 2 Samuel as they discuss 2 Samuel 24.Questions Covered in This Episode:We are at the end of 2 Samuel...what’s the story so far?So, in 2 Sam. 24, we find out David can count….and God is angry about that...right? Why does this matter?Isn’t this kind of an abrupt ending for 2 Samuel?What are some takeaways from 1-2 Samuel?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:2 Samuel 24, Psalm 20:7, 1 Chronicles 21:1, Genesis 50:20, 1 Kings, 2 Samuel 7, 2 Kings 25, Knowing Faith Episode #25 - Providence, Sovereignty, Aseity—Oh My!1 Samuel The Village Church2 Samuel The Village ChurchSponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithJen Wilkin, JT English and Kyle Worley conclude their discussions of 1 and 2 Samuel as they discuss 2 Samuel 24. Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever wondered what Jesus is currently doing? Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley share scripturally rooted thoughts about this question on Episode 46.Questions Covered in This Episode:In a previous episode, we talked about the ascension...but what was Jesus ascending to?What is Jesus doing right now?The present ministry of Jesus: When is it happening, where is it happening?How should this change the way we view prayer?Why is this work significant?Helpful Definitions:Theopneustos (θεόπνευστος): God-BreathedUnivocally: One-to-one correspondence between what is being said and what is happening.Equivocally: No correspondence between what is said and what is happening.Analogical: Expressing or implying analogy. The way the Bible is speaking is 100% truthful, accurate, inerrant, it's the inspired word of God but it is analogous to what is actually going on.Anthropomorphic: A way of expressing, in humanly understandable terms, something that is true.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 28, 1 Timothy 3:16, Deuteronomy 18:14-22, Hebrews 1:1-2, Romans 8, Hebrews, Hebrews 10, Ephesians 1:7-10, Revelation 21-22, Matthew 6:5-15Knowing Faith Episode #43 – And Don’t You Forget It: The Ascension of Jesus with Mason King“Salvation by Allegiance Alone” by Matthew Bates“The Letter to the Ephesians” by Peter O’BrienAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithHave you ever wondered what Jesus is currently doing? The Knowing Faith crew shares scripturally rooted thoughts about this question on Episode 46. Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are back with more on 2 Samuel and how to read poems and songs in Scripture.Questions Covered in This Episode:What is the story so far?Is this a Psalm? Why is David singing? Is he a poet? Why is he expressing himself in this way?What are some weaknesses in how we often approach the Psalms?What are some of the attributes of God and his work that David magnifies?What does this teach us about tying in our story with God’s story?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:2 Samuel 22, 1 Samuel 2, Psalm 18, Exodus 20, Genesis 1:2, Revelation 21:1“The Freedom of Self Forgetfulness” by Tim KellerAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithThe Knowing Faith crew is back with more on 2 Samuel and how to read poems and songs in Scripture. Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Knowing Faith, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley talk about something that’s been getting a lot of buzz: complementarianism. What does it mean and how can we practice this well within the church?Questions Covered in This Episode:What is complementarianism?Why do we care about this doctrine?How should theological method play a role in the complementarianism discussion?What arguments are put forward in regards to trinitarianism? Our views on complementarianism have to live in the tensions of scripture: What is New Testament preaching? How do we synthesize 1 Cor. 14 with 1 Tim. 2? What is the nature of authority?What offices of the church are available to men?What offices of the church are available to women?Helpful Definitions:Complementarianism: All humans, both male and female, have been created in God’s image. We share in dignity, power, authority, the mission of God; but men and women are not interchangeable; they are distinct.Theological method: How do you appropriately draw conclusions from the bible. Eternal functional subordination: A position that subordinates the Son’s divine will to the Father’s divine will.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:1 Timothy 2, Judges 5:2-31TVC The Role of Women ShortTVC The Role of Women LongKnowing Faith Episode #10 - Brothers & Sisters: Can we Do Theology Together?“Classical Trinitarianism and Eternal Functional Subordination” by Steve HolmesSponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithOn this episode of Knowing Faith, we talk about something that’s been getting a lot of buzz: complementarianism. What does it mean and how can we practice this well within the church? Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mason King joins Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley to discuss Christ’s ascension and its significance.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why is the ascension the forgotten act of Christ?What is the ascension? Where is it in scripture?Is this his Coronation ceremony? KingshipDoes the ascension connect with any larger biblical themes or motifs?’Could we be saved apart from the ascension?Why is Jesus seated?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 1:6-11, 1-2 Samuel, Ephesians 4:8, John 17 “The Cross and the Christian Life” Ligon Duncan Forum“The Trinity and Christian Prayer” Sam Alberry SermonThe Apostles Creed“Jesus Ascended” by Gerrit Dawson“Educated” by Tara Westover“Who God Says You Are” by Klyne Snodgrass“Where Mortals Dwell” by Craig Bartholomew“Apologetics at the Cross” by Josh ChatrawAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithMason King joins Jen Wilkin, JT English and Kyle Worley to discuss Christ’s ascension and its significance. Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley, and special guest Taryn Mays dive back into 2 Samuel to discuss what transpires between David and his son, Absalom.Questions Covered in This Episode:Who is Absalom and why does he matter?What is the conspiracy that Absalom undertakes?Is God choosing Absalom?Let’s look at David’s response in 2 Samuel 16:5-14.What is special about the way David mourns Absalom's death?Does the Lord actively bring harm upon people?Why care about the family of this ancient king that has a messed up family?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:2 Samuel 14-201 Samuel The Village Church2 Samuel The Village Church“Leap Over a Wall” by Eugene PetersonAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithJen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley and special guest Taryn Mays dive back into 2 Samuel to discuss what transpires between David and his son, Absalom. Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley, and Mason King discuss the history and theology of the Lord’s Supper, exploring its different views and its connection to biblical and theological themes. They define the terms "ordinances" and "sacraments" and provide helpful definitions such as transubstantiation and consubstantiation. The hosts also discuss the significance of the Lord's Supper in corporate worship, emphasizing its role in remembrance and connection with fellow believers.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley discuss the story of David and Bathsheba and some of the dominant ways it’s misunderstood today.Questions Covered in This Episode:The story of David and Bathsheba in 2 Sam. 11-13. Let’s retell the story up to this point, what’s been happening?(2 Sam. 11:1-5) David is in Jerusalem, but his armies are out at battle and David goes up to his roof and sees a woman bathing. Most will stop here and say that this woman is flaunting her business, is that what is really going on?Why didn’t she just say no?Isn’t David a man after God’s own heart, how does this square with that?Let’s talk about Nathan’s rebuke of David: What is going on here and why is it significant?What are we to learn from this story?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:2 Samuel 11-13, Genesis 3, James 1:14-15Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithJen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley discuss the story of David and Bathsheba and some of the dominant ways it’s misunderstood today. Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley are joined by Jeff Medders to talk about his new book, “Humble Calvinism.”Questions Covered in This Episode:Why did you write this book?What is Calvinism and why does it matter?Why should I care about Calvinism?Is humble Calvinism different from just good old fashioned Calvinism? What area of Calvinism seems to get the most pushback?Helpful Definitions:Total Depravity, Unconditional Election, Limited Atonement, Irresistible Grace, Perseverance of the SaintsGuest Bio:Jeff Medders serves on staff at Risen Church and the Risen Collective in Houston, TX. He’s a Ph.D. student in biblical spirituality at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He also hosts The Acts 29 Podcast. Jeff is a writer, a preacher, and unashamed coffee snob. You can follow his writing and monthly newsletter at spiritualtheology.net.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:John 5:39, Luke 24“Humble Calvinism” by J.A. Medders“Rooted” by J.A. Medders“Gospel Formed” by J.A. Medders“Systematic Theology” by Wayne Grudem“Young, Restless, and Reformed” by Collin Hansen“Death of Death in the Death of Christ” by John OwensAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithJen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley are joined by Jeff Medders to talk about his new book, “Humble Calvinism.” Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley are joined by their spouses to talk about what it’s like to live with a theologian.Questions Covered in This Episode:What’s it like living with a theologian?How do theological matters come up at home and how do we work through them when they show up?What’s it like to deal with theological issues as a couple? What have y’all found works for you and what hasn’t?Most common biblical or theological truth that shapes the convos in your home?Is there a book of the bible that your home seems to always come back to in conversation, faith, and practice?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Job, Psalms, Philippians 2:1-11, Psalm 34:3“Systematic Theology” by Louis Berkhof“Praying the Bible” by Donald S. Whitney“Women of the Word” by Jen Wilkin“None Like Him” by Jen Wilkin“In His Image” by Jen Wilkin“Union with Christ” by Rankin WilbourneAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaithJen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley are joined by their spouses to talk about what it’s like to live with a theologian. Sponsored by:You can learn about the Bible through the eyes of its people. Or, you can take a journey to see Christ as central to the storyline of scripture. Find out more about the Bible studies at lifeway.com/characters and lifeway.com/gospelfoundations. Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway’s Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.