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Life and Books and Everything is a podcast hosted by Kevin DeYoung where discussions center on, well, life and books and everything. As a church pastor and theology professor, Kevin loves to talk about faith, theology, history, current events, and the occasional hot topic. We hope you will learn something, laugh a little, and get some good book recommendations along the way.

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A true LBE spectacular 250 years in the making. Come for Kevin’s amazing shirt. Stay for a slew of questions about America, including: What forgotten founding father deserves more attention? What is your favorite patriotic song? What four presidents ... more

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Whatever you think of Kevin, everyone knows that his wife, Trisha, is his much, much better half. After much cajoling, and by popular demand, Trisha agreed to be interviewed by her husband and share more about her background, her family, her faith, a... more

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With many decades of experience as a preacher and as an instructor in preaching, Mike Bullmore has a lot to offer pastors of every age and stage. Listen in as Mike and Kevin talk a little football, share stories, and explore what kind of heart and wh... more

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It is not an exaggeration to say that repentance is at the very heart of the gospel. And yet, Christians talk about repentance too little, and when we do, we are often confused about what repentance is and isn’t. In this episode, Chris Brauns, an aut... more

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Recent Guests

Trisha DeYoung
Wife of Kevin DeYoung, guest for this episode
Episode: The Most Special Guest Ever with Trisha DeYoung
Mike Bullmore
Pastor and author of The Heart of Preaching
Episode: The Heart of Preaching with Mike Bullmore
Chris Brauns
Author of The Way of Repentance
Author, The Way of Repentance
Episode: The Way of Repentance with Chris Brauns
Rick Phillips
Pastoral colleague, PCA pastor
Episode: The Redeemed Man with Rick Phillips
Collin Hansen
Guest (historian and author)
Author and editor, Crossway-related circles
Episode: The Best of Times and the Worst of Times with Justin Taylor and Collin Hansen
Justin Taylor
Guest (scholar/editor)
Desiring God / Gospel Coalition circles
Episode: The Best of Times and the Worst of Times with Justin Taylor and Collin Hansen
Jan Van Vliet
Professor at Dordt University and author focusing on Adam Smith
Dordt University
Episode: Sense, Sensibility, and Adam Smith with Jan Van Vliet
Matthew Spalding
Professor of Constitutional Government at Hillsdale College and author of 'The Making of the American Mind'
Hillsdale College
Episode: The Making of the American Mind with Matthew Spalding
Neil Shenvi
Co-author of 'Post Woke' and cultural commentator
Episode: What Is Wrong with Wokeness? With Neil Shenvi

Host

Kevin DeYoung
Pastor, theologian, and author; leads ministry at Christ Covenant Church and teaches at RTS; frequently hosts discussions on theology, preaching, and Christian living.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 861 ratings
  • Very special guest indeed!

    I can see why God put you two together! What a good match. Please thank Trisha for sharing a bit of herself with your listeners!

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    5
    Bjoifdstjhdtu
    United States14 days ago
  • Wisdom!

    I gain wisdom every time I listen to this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    krisschaal
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love theology, insights, books and…sports talk..and Christmas!

    This podcast is my favorite! Well, it’s tied with “Mortification of Spin.” I have been waiting for the Christmas episode to drop, and I AM doing the dishes as I listen! I can’t wait for 2025 content. In all seriousness, I appreciate the clear and theologically sound conversations, thoughts and book recommendations from LBE.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ohmywordeverynameistaken
    United States6 months ago
  • Thoughtful and Informative

    I appreciate the depth of discussion and how thoroughly the topics are handled. Hosts are great to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lori Ann Wood
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Great hosts and book recommendations!

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    elozier
    United States2 years ago

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The Heart of Preaching with Mike Bullmore
Q: What makes for clear, effective preaching?
Clarity is essential because in an oral setting listeners need to track the argument as it unfolds; avoid over-complicated structures or too many subpoints—keep the main claim in view and let the text lead.
The Heart of Preaching with Mike Bullmore
Q: How have you thought about application and its placement in a sermon?
Application should flow from the exposition and be text-driven, not tacked on at the end; it should arise naturally from the primary claim and be delivered in a way that speaks to the listener from the start.
The Way of Repentance with Chris Brauns
Q: Is repentance a gift or a work we perform?
Repentance is a gift from God that is part of the saving work, though believers are called to work out their repentance through ongoing life and obedience; salvation is by faith, not by works, but true repentance will show itself in deeds.
The Desecration of Man with Carl Trueman
Q: How should the church respond to modern anthropology and the machine's influence on humans?
The church should teach a robust anthropology through creed, cultivate worship that reinforces that creed, and practice hospitality that honors people as persons, not as abstractions or commodities.
The Desecration of Man with Carl Trueman
Q: So what is the difference between disenchantment and desecration, and why does it matter for our anthropology?
Disenchantment is a more passive erosion of meaning, while desecration involves an intentional, even exhilarating, destruction of what it means to be made in God's image; understanding this helps frame how modern culture asks us to redefine humanity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Life and Books and Everything

What is Life and Books and Everything about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A faith-forward, theology-heavy show that blends book discussion, biblical exposition, and cultural critique. Episodes frequently center on preaching craft, Christian living, church history, and debates within evangelicalism, often featuring pastors, theologians, and Christian authors as guests. The tone is thoughtful, scholarly, and sometimes playful, with a strong emphasis on gospel centrality and practical ministry wisdom. Listeners are likely pastors, seminarians, students of religion, and Christian professionals who value robust analysis of scripture, church history, and current events through a Reformed lens. A notable pattern is longtime engagement with biblical interpretation, theological tradition, and practical shepherding, along ... more

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