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Theology for the Church

Caleb Lenard
Covenant Of Works
Baptist Covenant Theology
Covenant Of Grace
Dispensationalism
Covenant Theology
Old Testament
Genesis
Progressive Covenantalism
Biblical Law
Jesus Christ
Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Authority Of Scripture
Hermeneutics
Theological Triage
David
Abraham
Noah
Obedience To God
American Evangelicalism
Covenants In Redemptive History

Theology for the Church aims to provide accessible, theologically rich conversations that have an eye toward applied theology and a heart for the local church. Weekly episodes hosted by Caleb Lenard (DEdMin, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) cover all kinds of topics and themes in Christian doctrine, biblical theology, and Christian formation through engaging interviews with pastors, bibl... more

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In this conversation, Caleb and Dr. Vern Poythress (PhD, Harvard; DTh, Stellenbosch) professor of New Testament, biblical interpretation, and systematic theology at Westminster Theological Seminary discuss the nature and purpose of spiritual gifts as... more

In this conversation, Caleb and Dr. Sam Storms (PhD, the University of Texas) discuss Sam's his journey from cessationism to continuationism regarding spiritual gifts. He defines continuationism, addresses common misconceptions, and explains the natu... more

In this week's episode, Caleb is joined by Mary Hannah (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) director of women in ministry at Second Presbyterian Church in Memphis, Tennessee to disucss the theology of the book of Ruth. Together they cover the s... more

How does the "Emmaus Road" narrative reshape our understanding of the entire Bible? In this episode, Caleb sits down with Dr. Brian Tabb, President of Bethlehem College and Seminary, to discuss his book After Emmaus. They explore why the Old Testamen... more

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Recent Guests

Mary Hannah
Guest theologian, Mary Hannah
Second Presbyterian Church, Memphis; Women in Ministry
Episode: The Book of Ruth with Mary Hannah
Brian Tabb
Author of After Emmaus, How the Church Fulfills the Mission of Christ
Bethlehem College & Seminary (President)
Episode: How the Church Fulfills the Mission of Christ with Brian Tabb
Andrew Malone
Author of Knowing Jesus in the Old Testament
Author, theologian
Episode: Christophanies: Three Views with Andrew Malone
Kelly Kapic
Dr. Kelly Kapic, theologian and author of Christian Life
Covenant College (teaching context mentioned), theologian
Episode: The Christian Life with Kelly Kapic
Stephen Wellum
Professor of Theology, expert in biblical theology and covenant theology
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Episode: Baptism and the Relationship Between the Covenants with Steve Wellum
Brian Rosner
An Australian theologian and educator.
Ridley College, Melbourne
Episode: Strengthened by the Gospel: A Theology of Romans with Brian Rosner
Dr. Donnie Berry
A minister who serves the church through Training Leaders International, focusing on biblical and theological training.
Training Leaders International
Episode: God's Glory with Donnie Berry
Dr. Michael Seufert
Pastor in St. Paul, Minnesota, part of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church, with a PhD in Old Testament studies.
Orthodox Presbyterian Church
Episode: The Book of Judges with Michael Seufert
David Mathis
Senior teacher and executive editor at Desiring God, author of A Little Theology of Exercise
Desiring God
Episode: A Theology of Exercise with David Mathis

Host

Caleb Lenard
Host of Theology for the Church

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • A great podcast for busy pastors trying to stay sharp on biblical theological topics.

    Caleb’s show is one of my favorites! It’s always a treat to see what pastor, or scholar, and topic they are tackling next.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MattFerg Pizza
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Resource for Biblical Theology

    Caleb does a great job and interviews great theologians with the purpose of equipping God’s church.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A.BOV316
    United States5 months ago
  • One of the best hosts and lineups of guests!

    Caleb’s show is one of my favorites! He always has such a great lineup of pastors and scholars who dive deep into their respective fields of theology. Keep up your great service to the church!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MattFerg Pizza
    United States6 months ago
  • Thanks Caleb!

    Caleb, you’re doing a great job with this podcast brother. I really appreciate the wide array of guests and perspectives that you bring to the show, all the while holding to your own perspective. You do a nice job of facilitating these conversations. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hoosier-Josh
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent Reformed Baptist Discussions

    Caleb and his guests do the work of laying out the particularly Baptist views of issues within the historically Reformed context. Their conversations lay out the tablecloth for feasting on the rich heritage of Baptists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    insta_sdb
    United States2 years ago

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High-quality conversations with top theologians from around the world.
Thoughtful, theology-forward discussions equip pastors and scholars for ministry.
Wide array of guests and perspectives while staying rooted in scripture.

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The Book of Ruth with Mary Hannah
Q: What would the main idea and purpose of the Book of Ruth be, in a concise way?
The main idea is that the Book of Ruth presents the Lord's loyal love and redemptive kindness as the framework for Israel's salvation history, encouraging trust in God and imitation of His character, while also establishing the Davidic lineage and foreshadowing Christ. The purpose is twofold: to comfort a beleaguered people during a time without a king and to unfold God's providence through ordinary people who act with faithfulness, ultimately pointing to Jesus as the greater king and redeemer.
Spiritual Gifts: A Continuationist Perspective with Sam Storms
Q: What practical guidance can you offer for decision-making when seeking divine guidance without relying solely on miraculous signs?
Trust Scripture, use wisdom and counsel, and make decisions as mature Christians, recognizing that God can guide through the ordinary means rather than requiring constant miraculous direction.
Spiritual Gifts: A Continuationist Perspective with Sam Storms
Q: How should believers pursue earnestly desiring gifts without falling into sensationalism?
Desire should be grounded in Scripture, tested by the Word, pursued with prayer, interpreted within the community, and always subordinate to Scripture, avoiding pride or over-realized eschatology.
Spiritual Gifts: A Continuationist Perspective with Sam Storms
Q: How should Christians understand tongues within the broader biblical framework?
Tongues have multiple expressions, some resembling human languages and others being a prayer language to God, with interpretation needed for understanding in communal settings.
Spiritual Gifts: A Continuationist Perspective with Sam Storms
Q: What is the most concise, biblical definition of spiritual gifts and their purpose?
Gifts are manifestations of the Holy Spirit for the common good, given to build up the body, with all gifts functioning under God's sovereignty for edification.

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This show pairs accessible, theologically rich conversations with pastors, biblical scholars, and theologians to explore Christian doctrine, biblical theology, and formation for local churches. Episodes routinely center on topics like covenant theology, biblical justice, gospel-centered living, and the relationship between Scripture and church practice, often featuring scholars and pastors who connect deep doctrine to everyday faith and ministry. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on doctrinal clarity, practical implications for church life, and engagement with classical and contemporary theological debates, making it a valuable resource for listeners who want rigorous theology that remains applicable to ministry and personal growth.

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1. Mary Hannah
2. Brian Tabb
3. Andrew Malone
4. Kelly Kapic
5. Stephen Wellum
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