Local Theologians

@MBTS dean and prof Jared Kathcart shares a story about being humbled in his early years in ministry. Full episode out now wherever you listen! Link in comments.

The normal path for newcomers in ministry, education, and more: overconfident ignorance->disappointing humility->steadily growing competence. "The Blessing of Being Humbled" with Jared Kathcart out now: open.spotify.com/episode/6rBfor…

Good theology is meant to humble us, not as a punishment but as God's good design for creatures. Being humbled opens a door to wonder. New episode with Dr. Jared Kathcart, dean and prof at @MBTS: open.spotify.com/episode/6rBfor…

Advances in AI reveal our confusion about humanity. What really sets us apart? Maybe Hebrews 2 is more relevant than we've recognized. "Who Needs Philosophy and Apologetics?" with Thor Madsen out now: open.spotify.com/episode/3vLtkg…

No, Christian theology is not full of ideas from pagan philosophy. But that doesn't mean we don't need technical theological and even philosophical terms to define and defend biblical truth. Episode with Thor Madsen out now: open.spotify.com/episode/3vLtkg…

Studying philosophy can help you read the Bible! New episode with Dr. Thor Madsen out now: open.spotify.com/episode/3vLtkg…

Having Thor as my philosophy professor has been such a joy. Thor has a deep and expansive view of the value and goals of philosophy. He has helped shaped my view of what philosophy is and should be.

Philosophy can help you understand your neighbors' thoughts—oftentimes, better than they do themselves. New @MBTSGlobal Forum out now with Dr. Thor Madsen: open.spotify.com/episode/3vLtkg…

If you ever have the opportunity to discuss literally any topic with Dr. Madsen, take it. He will instantly present a clear and cogent answer to your question like it's nothing. But start with this topic: how does a knowledge of philosophy help us defend and declare the gospel?

I was just talking about Dr. Madsen to my church life group last night. He’s a real blessing to the @MBTS @SpurgeonColl @MBTSGlobal community! Can’t wait to listen to this!

Pastor: What is philosophy good for? Philosopher: What do you mean by 'good'? New episode out now with Dr. Thor Madsen, professor of New Testament, ethics, and apologetics at @MBTS: open.spotify.com/episode/3vLtkg…

If you're discerning your call, exegete yourself! From "Every Christian a Missionary?" with Zach Salsbury. Link below!

Is evangelism the only thing that makes 'secular' work worth doing? "Every Christian a Missionary?" with Zach Salsbury out now: open.spotify.com/episode/5WVbgJ…

Are you called or are you running? New episode out now: "Every Christian a Missionary?" with Zach Salsbury of @mbts @SpurgeonColl. Link below!

If we call it "the Great Commission," why isn't every single Christian called to leave home and be a missionary? New episode out now with Zach Salsbury, dean of students and assistant professor of Christian studies @mbts @SpurgeonColl!

Church history matters for every Christian. It's the tale of God's providence for His people. Through @MBTSGlobal, undergrad and grad students from around the world can study live on video with @ThomasSKidd beginning next month: mbts.edu/register