Faith, life, and theology come together in this weekly look into the people and ideas that shape Regent College.
In this episode, we turn the mic around to interview Christina Zacharias-Aji, Regent College Podcast producer and student. Christina reflects on her journey at Regent, her love for the Old Testament, and the challenges of navigating faith, mental health, and community. She shares highlights from her time on the podcast, including meaningful series like peace in Israel and Palestine, and offers heartfelt insights into what she’s learned along the way.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
12/23/24 • 42:52
In this episode, we explore the fascinating topic of embedded genres in the New Testament. Jeannine discusses how recognizing literary forms within Scripture—like hymns, parables, and poems—can deepen our understanding of its message. We dive into case studies, the relationship between genre and theology, and the practical implications for preaching, teaching, and personal study. Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
12/16/24 • 57:48
In this episode, we delve into the profound theme of divine presence in the Old Testament. Drawing from his extensive teaching and research, Matt explores how God’s presence is depicted in Scripture—from the Garden of Eden to the Tabernacle and Temple, and into the prophetic visions of restoration. We discuss how these ancient texts challenge and shape our understanding of God’s nearness and transcendence. Whether you’re wrestling with questions of faith, longing to experience God’s presence, or seeking fresh insights into the Old Testament, this conversation is full of wisdom and hope.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
12/9/24 • 56:25
In this episode, Dr. Tom Wright joins us to discuss his latest book, Jesus and the Powers, co-authored with Michael Bird. Tom explores how Jesus’ teachings challenge worldly power structures and reframe our understanding of politics and authority. He unpacks the New Testament’s depiction of “the powers” and what it means for Christians navigating the complex intersections of faith and government today. From the role of the church in society to contemporary issues, this conversation offers profound insights for living faithfully in a world marked by power and division. Join us for a timely discussion on the revolutionary implications of Jesus’ kingdom.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
11/22/24 • 55:27
In this episode, Dr. Jesse Nickel discusses his latest book, A Revolutionary Jesus: Violence and Peacemaking in the Kingdom of God, which examines Jesus's perspective on violence and its implications for his followers. We explore how Jesus's teachings and actions present a vision of God's reign defined by peace, contrasting with the eschatological violence prevalent in Second Temple Jewish expectations. Jesse also shares insights into how this understanding challenges contemporary Christian praxis and the church's role in peacemaking today. Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
11/17/24 • 89:39
In this episode, Nabil reflects on the current situation in Lebanon, the challenges facing the Lebanese society and the church, and the role of Christians in advocating for justice and peace in the region. We also explore current pressing theological questions such as Christian Zionism, the meaning of the temple in the New Testament and the relationship between Israel and the church.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
11/8/24 • 61:49
Dr. Accad shares insights from his own experience as a Lebanese Christian, offering a historical overview of the Lebanon-Israel conflict and the ongoing tensions shaping the region. We also explore the implications of Christian Zionism in Lebanon, its effect on Christian-Muslim relations, and how Middle Eastern Christians navigate the challenges of their existence in the face of apocalyptic prophecies. With his global perspective, Dr. Accad reflects on the global Christian response to the crisis and provides thoughtful reflections on justice, peacemaking, and the hope for reconciliation in Israel, Palestine, and Lebanon.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
10/28/24 • 71:00
In this episode of the Regent College Podcast, we sit down with Jennifer Roosma to discuss her involvement with Women Wage Peace, a grassroots movement dedicated to fostering reconciliation between Israelis and Palestinians. Jennifer shares her personal journey into peace advocacy, the history and mission of Women Wage Peace, and how followers of Jesus can contribute to the work of peacemaking. Join us as we explore the challenges and hopes of building bridges across deep divides in the pursuit of lasting peace.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
10/23/24 • 62:04
In this episode of the Regent College Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Yohanna Katanacho, a Palestinian Christian theologian, to discuss his experience living in the heart of the Israel-Palestine conflict. Yohanna shares his reflections on the challenges facing Palestinian Christians, the complexities of the ongoing violence, and how faith, grief, and hope shape his work in peacemaking. Join us as we delve into what it means to seek reconciliation and embody the love of Christ in a region marked by deep division.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
10/11/24 • 68:23
In this episode, we talk with Yehuda Mansell, about the complexities of Christian Zionism and its impact on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Yehuda challenges the "blind support" many Christians offer to Israel and emphasizes the need for true Christian love to advocate for peace and healing. We also discuss his involvement with Standing Together, a movement bringing Jews and Palestinians together to find pragmatic and hopeful solutions.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
10/4/24 • 75:37
In this episode, we dive into Dr. Elizabeth Shively's research on the Gospel of Mark, exploring the profound themes of Christology and discipleship. We’ll discuss how Mark portrays Jesus as the suffering servant and what it means for us to follow him as disciples today. Dr. Shively will also share how these insights challenge our understanding of faith and leadership.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
9/28/24 • 60:44
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Uli Chi, author of The Wise Leader, to explore the role of wisdom in leadership. Drawing on decades of experience in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors, Uli delves into the importance of cultivating character, humility, and ethical decision-making in leadership. We discuss the challenges of leading in a complex and fast-paced world, the relationship between power and humility, and how wisdom can guide leaders in making difficult decisions.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
9/20/24 • 59:17
Dr. Thomas, an expert in Pauline theology and early Christianity, invites us to revisit early Christian interpretations of the doctrine of justification. We dive deep into key theological debates, exploring how justification has been understood throughout history, particularly in the work of figures like Martin Luther and John Calvin, and the nuances introduced by the New Perspective on Paul. We also examine the roots of justification in both the Old and New Testaments, looking at the roles of faith, works, and grace.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
9/13/24 • 67:05
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Peter Shaw, an experienced leadership coach and author of Shaping Your Future Leadership. Dr. Shaw brings decades of expertise in leadership development and offers practical insights for leaders looking to navigate the complexities of their roles. We discuss how to shape your leadership journey with intentionality, the importance of self-reflection, and how leaders can adapt to evolving challenges in both their personal and professional lives.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
9/6/24 • 44:55
Welcome to the last episode of season 4 of the podcast!In this episode, we explore the profound impact of technology on our daily lives and spiritual well-being. Andy delves into the distinction between tools and devices, highlighting how modern conveniences can sometimes replace essential human skills and relationships. We discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by AI and other technological advancements, and how these innovations intersect with our economy and community life.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
7/19/24 • 70:57
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7/12/24 • 59:18
In this episode, we dive into the intricate world of modern media with Dr. Jeffery Bilbro. Jeff discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by today's digital landscape, emphasizing the importance of discernment and thoughtful engagement. We explore how Christians can navigate the overwhelming influx of information and maintain a focus on what truly matters. Jeff offers practical insights and wisdom for cultivating a media diet that nourishes the soul and fosters community.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
6/28/24 • 48:00
In this conversation, Dr. Isabelle Hamley talks to us about the nature of humans in relation to one another, God, and the earth, as reflected throughout the Old Testament. Using Genesis, Exodus, the Law, and the Psalms, Dr. Hamley answers questions about election into mission as well as gender and equality. Additionally, she touches on how to live in the tension of being in community while facing human limitedness and the reality of death.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
6/15/24 • 52:55
In this conversation, Dr. Tom Schwanda defines concepts such as soul recreation, contemplation and enjoying the divine. He discusses the roles of Scripture, the visual arts, and the person of Jesus in building the human soul and the connection with God. Finally, he highlights the difference that a contemplative and spiritually grounded church can make in society today.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
6/1/24 • 58:01
In this conversation, Dr. Brent Strawn walks us through the wisdom of Ecclesiastics; discussing the place of the book in the Old Testament; trying to deal with the scepticism and existential questions of Qoheleth; and examining the theological themes and their cultural significance then and now.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
5/18/24 • 56:42
In this conversation, Dr. Michael Gorman talks to us about Paul's spirituality —the transformative, lived experience of participating in Christ by the power of God's Spirit— and how he spoke about the nature of spirituality, dying and rising with Christ, spiritual transformation, prayer, the reality and significance of suffering, and the church as holy and missional community in his letters. Dr. Gorman concludes with the implications of Paul's spirituality on believing communities, individual believers, and ministers in Paul’s own day and in the life of the contemporary church.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
5/5/24 • 61:00
In this conversation, Beth defines the common term of Biblical Womanhood and tells the history of how Biblical Womanhood and patriarchy, shaped by culture, became models for the Church and the Christian home. She engages with theological, historical, and cultural arguments revealing the crucial roles that women have held in the Bible and the Church and emphasize the importance of teaching this history for the sake of the Christian community today.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
4/19/24 • 74:19
How did the early church understand its identity and mission? What happened at Pentecost and how did the followers of Jesus explain it? How did the church expand to include other ethnicities and races? All this and more in this episode with Dr. Steve Walton.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
4/6/24 • 66:38
The post-Christian cultural turn is creating the conditions for a crisis of confidence in the church and in pastoral ministry. While this seems concerning, Mark offers a hopeful vision for the unique time that the church finds itself at. In this conversation, Mark suggests a biblical and practical vision for churches seeking to receive and extend the healing of Christ.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
3/23/24 • 54:22
In this conversation, Dr. George Yancey discusses the issues of racial injustice and division. Why should we as Christians care about matters of race, and how can Christians respond to divisions based on race? Dr. Yancey proposes a unifying, deeply Christian solution of collaborative conversations to move beyond color blindness and anti-racism, toward reconciliation.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
3/8/24 • 37:26
An introduction to a Regent 2024 Summer course! What made an ancient Israelite king a good covenant king? How does the narrative support or problematize the narrator’s evaluation of each king? And, how might the lives of these ancient kings call us to faithful Christian living? All this and more about kingship in the Old Testament with Dr. Lissa Wray Beal.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
2/26/24 • 58:34
In this conversation, Dr. Jonathan A. Anderson, the Eugene and Jan Peterson Associate Professor of Theology and the Arts at Regent talks to us about the relation between art and theology. He explains how the visual arts has and continue to serve not merely as an illustration for theology but as theological ideas, conversations, and arguments.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
2/10/24 • 65:30
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Iain Provan talks to us about some of the scientific, cultural and theological lies that have invaded our Christian nest. Iain thoughtfully lays out a biblical source for what it means to be human and to live in God's creation while discerning new ideas.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
1/27/24 • 47:21
Disagreement within the church is not something new but it seems like we are getting more anxious everyday about our differences. Dr. Wesley Hill walks us through the history of disagreement within the church and how we see it reflected in the Bible.He discusses the idea of impaired communion and offers us a way to move forward into a hopeful form of unity despite our disagreements.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
1/12/24 • 48:49
How does God enter into our daily lives––the mundane, the joyful, and the devastating? Today we're talking to Tish Harrison Warren about her book, Prayer in the Night: For Those Who Work or Watch or Weep. How do we allow the Spirit to work through our grief, our joy, and our uncertainty? How do we reconcile faith and hope with a growing awareness of our own limits? Can we trust God to keep bad things from happening to us and those we love––and if not, what kind of trust are we left with? Join us for this vital conversation.Thanks for listening!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.To learn more about our summer programs visit:https://www.regent-college.edu/summerSubscribe to our newsletter to hear all about Regent College:https://www.regent-college.edu/about-us/subscribe
12/22/23 • 61:53
