Best Logos Bible Study Podcasts (2025)

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Responsible Use of AI in Bible Study | Mark Barnes 47:20

17d ago47:20

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Join host Kirk E. Miller in this episode of Logos Live as he sits down with Mark Barnes, Principal Product Manager at Logos. Together, they examine how AI can be responsibly and effectively used in Bible study and ministry. Mark shares his insights on the theological considerations of AI, its potential dangers, and the safeguards Logos has implemen…

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Timon Cline and the Work of American Reformer 56:45

6d ago56:45

56:45

The Pugs conclude their interviews at the PCA General Assembly in Chattanooga, TN as they welcome Timon Cline back onto the show. Timon is a good friend, and Chris serves on the Advisory Board of the magazine. Today the pugs discuss the work of the publication as well as the state of the world and the church. It's a free-wheeling conversation, as n…

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Michael Foster and William Wolfe on Redeeming Institutions 56:56

13d ago56:56

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The Pugs continue their time at the PCA General Assembly with a conversation with first time guests, Michael Foster and William Wolfe. Michael is a well known pastor from Ohio and is the co-author of, It's Good to be a Man, and William worked in the first Trump Administration. Both of them have a lot to say about why we should fight for the institu…

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Matthew Everhard and the Jonathan Edwards Study Bible 1:00:20

20d ago1:00:20

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The Pugs continue their interviews at the PCA General Assembly in Chattanooga, TN with a conversation with Matthew Everhard, the editor of The Jonathan Edwards Study Bible; soon to be released by Thomas Nelson Publishing. The towering influence of Edwards casts a long shadow over American evangelicalism, and even more broadly into the national memo…

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George Grant on why "Everything You've Heard about Christopher Columbus is Wrong" 59:11

27d ago59:11

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What if everything you've heard about Christopher Columbus is wrong? Well, the Pug's good friend, George Grant comes onto the show to explain why. By the time he's done, you'll not only have a better understanding of Christopher Columbus, you'll se why he's still very relevant to the crises of our time. As usually, George is a fountain of informati…

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Zach Garris and Honor Thy Fathers 56:39

1M ago56:39

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The Pugs continue their podcasts from the 2025 PCA General Assembly and welcome Zach Garris onto the show! Zach is well known in Reformed circles for his writing on masculinity and Christianity. Today the Pugs discuss two of his books, Masculine Christianity and Honor Thy Fathers. The focus of the conversation is the teaching of the Reformers on th…

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The Meaning of Ecclesiastes | Bobby Jamieson 42:26

1M ago42:26

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In this Logos Live episode, Kirk E. Miller sits down with pastor, scholar, and author Bobby Jamieson to explore the message and enduring relevance of Ecclesiastes. Drawing from Jamieson’s book Everything Is Never Enough, their conversation delves into the philosophical nature of the text, its famous motif of hevel (“vanity”), and how the conclusion…

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Aaron Renn and Evangelical Elites (or why there aren’t any) 1:04:06

1M ago1:04:06

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The Pugs are at the PCA General Assembly! And for their first interview from Chattanooga they welcome Aaron Renn back onto the show. After catching up with Aaron about his life following the Three Worlds of Evangelicalism phenomenon he's responsible for, the conversation shifts to evangelicalism and elites--or, why evangelicals can't seem to really…

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A Mainline Reconquista with Pastor Jake Dell! 1:00:08

2M ago1:00:08

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Today the Pugs welcome Jake Dell onto the show. Jake is the pastor of the historic First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut (est. 1659). But he's also a man with a dream and a plan to win back to orthodox Christianity mainline congregations from liberal denominations. Join us today for a fascinating conversation concerning how this seem…

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Throwback: Who Is Tom Bombadil? 1:00:13

2M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Unable to meet this week, the Pugcast decided to share an episode from the 2019 archives. Tune in for this blast from the past! Perhaps the most controversial character in all of Tolkien's writing is Tom Bombadil. People seem to either love him or hate him. But regardless how you feel about him, most people can't figure out why he's even in the Lor…

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Why in the Word? | A Behind the Scenes Recap of Season 1 13:07

2M ago13:07

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What in the Word? wraps up a rich and thought-provoking first season. In this special finale, host Kirk E. Miller turns the mic on himself, as Matt Barrios, the show’s producer, leads a reflective interview covering lessons learned, favorite passages, surprising insights, and behind-the-scenes moments. From tackling tough texts like Genesis 6, 1 Co…

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Is Technology-Worship America's New Religion? 53:40

2M ago53:40

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Today the Pugs discuss a provocative essay in the English publication, AirMail by Tara Isabella Burton. In this article she explores a new and very self-conscious religious disposition that is taking hold among tech elites in Silicon Valley. While there has been some buzz about a revival of interest in Christianity there, this is something very dif…

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Is the Song Allegorical? | Fellipe do Vale on Song of Solomon 47:27

2M ago47:27

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What’s the Song of Solomon really about? Is the Song a literal love poem, an allegory of God’s love, or something in between In this episode of What in the Word?, Kirk E. Miller is joined by Fellipe do Vale to explore the interpretive challenges of one of the Bible’s more difficult books. They examine the Song of Song's character dynamics, imagery,…

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Father Mark Perkins and Educating Boys to Become Men 1:02:32

2M ago1:02:32

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Today the Pugs welcome Fr. Mark Perkins of St. Dunstan's Academy in Virginia onto the show! St. Dunstan's brings together Christian formation in the Anglican tradition alongside an education in the classics, skilled trades, and agriculture. Its vision is to help boys grow into mature Christian manhood through rites of passage and through a deep eng…

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What Makes a Church Healthy? | Mark Dever 29:47

2M ago29:47

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In this Logos Live episode, host Kirk E. Miller welcomes Mark Dever, longtime pastor of Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, D.C., and founder of 9Marks, to discuss what makes a healthy church. Dever draws on his decades of pastoral experience and deep engagement with church history and ecclesiology to challenge modern assumptions and reframe…

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What Does It Mean to Work Out Our Salvation? | Lynn Cohick on Philippians 2:12–13 53:28

2M ago53:28

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In this episode of What in the Word?, Lynn H. Cohick joins Kirk E. Miller to unpack Paul's exhortation in Philippians 2:12–13. What does it mean to “work out your salvation with fear and trembling”? Does this imply salvation is earned? How do we reconcile Paul’s call to action with his insistence elsewhere that salvation is not by works? Together, …

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The Spiritual Side of Mental Health 58:10

3M ago58:10

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On today's episode the Pugsters welcome clinical mental health counselor Dr. Natalie Atwell onto the show. Dr. Atwell noticed a tremendous increase in the unusual number of rare mental health cases in her practice, many of which were in people who were engaged in occult practices. This has led her to work discerning the boundaries between mental he…

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On Spiritual Abuse | Michael Kruger 41:25

3M ago41:25

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In this episode of Logos Live, Kirk E. Miller speaks with Dr. Michael J. Kruger about the problem of spiritual abuse in the church, a topic he addresses in his book Bully Pulpit. Together, Mike and Kirk explore how to recognize spiritual abuse, prevent it, care for those impacted by it, and foster church cultures marked by humility, safety, and acc…

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Did Jesus Falsely Predict His Return? | Jeannine Brown on Matthew 16:28 58:41

3M ago58:41

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In this episode of What in the Word?, Kirk E. Miller is joined by New Testament scholar Jeannine Brown to explore one of Scripture’s most challenging passages: Matthew 16:28. Did Jesus mistakenly predict his return? Together, they examine various interpretations—such as the transfiguration, the resurrection, Pentecost, the fall of Jerusalem, and th…

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Racial Essentialism and Multiculturalism 1:02:24

3M ago1:02:24

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This week, Glenn brings up a dangerous idea that is growing in some Reformed circles: the idea of racial essentialism, that is, that different races have immutable characteristics that affect their worth. The guys talk about the image of God, the origins of the modern idea of race, and the challenges of working and ministering in a multicultural co…

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Where Did Satan Come From? | Phillip Cary on Genesis 3 52:27

3M ago52:27

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If God is good and created all things good, where did evil come from? In this episode of What in the Word?, Phillip Cary joins Kirk E. Miller to explore Genesis 3 and the origins of evil. Where did the serpent—this cunning adversary and deceiver—come from? And how could Adam and Eve, who created good and without sin, fall into its temptation? What …

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Overcoming Language? 1:00:53

3M ago1:00:53

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Is the human capacity for language something that should be overcome? Some tech-gurus think so. Today’s show explores that topic by delving into the Christian understanding of human language as a core aspect of being made in the image of a God who is eternal Logos. Is the war on language ultimately a war on God? Join the Pugs in this rich conversat…

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Is the Creation Story Literal? | Vern Poythress on Genesis 1:1-2:3 1:03:52

3M ago1:03:52

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How should we understand the Bible’s Creation story in Genesis 1:1–2:3? In this episode of What in the Word?, Kirk E. Miller is joined by Vern Poythress to explore the genre, interpretation, and theological intent of Genesis 1:1–2:3. They discuss various interpretive models—such as literal 24-hour days, the literary framework view, day age theory, …

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Why Do Church Affiliated Colleges Always Trend Left? 1:02:55

3M ago1:02:55

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Recently James K. A. Smith said Calvin University should sue for divorce from the denomination that sponsors it because the governing body of that denomination says the university should enforce the biblical sexual teachings of that denomination. While this is the latest challenge to ecclesial authority at a ostensibly Christian college, it's defin…

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Is It Wrong to Want to Be Rich? | Malcolm Foley on 1 Timothy 6:6–10 53:13

3M ago53:13

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In this episode of What in the Word?, Malcolm Foley joins Kirk E. Miller to discuss the challenging passage of 1 Timothy 6:6–10. Together, they unpack Paul’s warnings about the desire for wealth and consider how the love of money is described as a root of all kinds of evil. Dr. Foley—pastor, scholar, and author—helps us think biblically about wealt…

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Ryan Lauterio and The Maker Institute 1:01:44

3M ago1:01:44

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Today the Pugs are pleased to welcome Ryan Lauterio of The Maker Institute of Richmond, Virginia onto the show! Ryan is an academic and artist who taught at Virginia Commonwealth University and is now the Chief Executive Officer of The Maker Institute. The mission of the Institute is to develop Gospel-gripped, theologically minded, adept culture ma…

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Is Jesus Inferior to the Father? | Michael Horton on John 14:28 48:59

4M ago48:59

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Is Jesus really less than the Father? In this What in the Word? episode, Kirk E. Miller is joined by theologian Michael Horton to tackle John 14:28, where Jesus says, “The Father is greater than I.” Does this verse contradict Jesus divinity and equality with the Father? What did Jesus mean in context—and what have Christians historically believed a…

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A Conversation with Malcolm Guite 1:05:24

4M ago1:05:24

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This week, the Pugsters are excited to welcome poet, priest, and theologian Malcolm Guite to the show. Chris leads off the conversation with Mariner, Guite’s biography of Samuel Taylor Coleridge which uniquely among studies of Coleridge brings out the importance of his return to Trinitarian Christianity to his life. The conversation uses Coleridge’…

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Is Paul Describing a Believer or Non-Believer? | Joseph Dodson on Romans 7 58:37

4M ago58:37

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Does Romans 7 describe the experience of a believer struggling with sin, or is Paul referring to something else entirely? Many in Protestant traditions assume that Paul’s use of “I” in this passage reflects the believer’s ongoing struggle with sin. But others challenge this view with strong exegetical arguments. In this episode of What in the Word?…

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On the Atonement 1:02:43

4M ago1:02:43

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After the last episode on Anselm didn’t get to his theory of the atonement, our resident historian Glenn decided we needed to go back and take another look at Anselm. But along with Anselm’s satisfaction theory, the guys look at a wide range of other ways Christians have understood the atonement over the past two millennia. Particularly at the begi…

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When Did Jesus Preach to Spirits in Prison? | Thomas Schreiner on 1 Peter 3:18–22 54:57

4M ago54:57

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1 Peter 3:18–22 is one of the most challenging passages in all of the New Testament. What does it mean that Jesus “preached to the spirits in prison”? Did he descend into hell? Was he speaking through Noah in the past, offering the deceased a second chance at offering salvation, or something else? In this episode of What in the Word?, Kirk E. Mille…

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Prayer and Contemplation with Saint Anselm 1:00:36

4M ago1:00:36

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On today's episode Tom introduces Saint Anselm, one of the most influential Western theologians whose impact remains significant on Western Christianity in particular. The pugs discussion of this founding teacher of scholastic Christianity lead into some of the riches of Christian history and theology, as well as into such fascinating territories o…

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How Will “All Israel” Be Saved? | Richard Lucas on Romans 11:26 1:08:07

4M ago1:08:07

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What does Paul mean when he says that “All Israel will be saved” in Romans 11:26? Does this refer to a restoration of the nation of Israel, the salvation of the church (i.e., “spiritual Israel”), or something else? In this episode of What in the Word?, Richard Lucas joins Kirk E. Miller to explore the various interpretations of this passage, weigh …

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The Strong Gods Are Back! 1:02:53

4M ago1:02:53

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Today Chris presents Rusty Reno's thesis from his book, Return of the Strong Gods: Nationalism, Populism, and the Future of the West. Reno's thesis is that since WW2 western leaders and intellectuals have worked to weaken natural affections that call for loyalty and sacrifice. The weak gods used to promote the program have been weakening and we now…

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Shouldn't Jesus Know the Future? | Brandon Crowe on Mark 13:32 41:30

5M ago41:30

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In Mark 13:32 (and Matthew 24:36), Jesus states that He does not know the day or hour of His return—only the Father does. But how can that be? If Jesus is fully God, wouldn’t He be omniscient? In this episode of What in the Word?, Kirk E. Miller is joined by Brandon Crowe to explore this challenging passage. They discuss different possible explanat…

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Thinking Theologically about Work | Karen Swallow Prior 36:57

5M ago36:57

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Many people view work as either a means to success or a necessary burden. But how should Christians think about work theologically? In this episode of Logos Live, Kirk E. Miller talks with Karen Swallow Prior about theological view of work, drawing from Genesis and doctrines like the priesthood of believers. They discuss how work reflects God’s ima…

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Emerging Technopaganism 1:01:41

5M ago1:01:41

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The Pugsters take a walk on the weird side with a conversation on UFOs (or, as they are now called, UAPs), AI, and quantum computing as interrelated parts of a new, emerging religion that Glenn calls Technopaganism. There's a whole lot going on in these areas and a lot of it is very strange. Join us as Glenn takes us through a survey of some of the…

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What Does It Mean to Take God's Name in Vain? | Carmen Imes on Exodus 20:7 56:02

5M ago56:02

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What does it really mean to take God’s name in vain? Is it just about using God’s name irreverently, or is there more to it? In this episode of What in the Word?, Kirk E. Miller is joined by Carmen Joy Imes, an expert in Old Testament studies, to explore Exodus 20:7 (cf. Deut 5:11). They examine the historical, linguistic, and theological dimension…

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Moral Wisdom and Natural Law 1:00:39

5M ago1:00:39

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On today's show Tom, Glenn, and Chris trace the theological heritage of historic Christian and Reformed moral theology as it drew upon and developed natural law thinking as one resource for moral wisdom and engagement with culture. As we address moral challenges of our age, we have a rich heritage in our faith, from the early Church through various…

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What is the Olivet Discourse Predicting? | Mark Strauss on Mark 13, Matthew 24, and Luke 21 51:43

5M ago51:43

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The Olivet Discourse (Mark 13; Matt 24; Luke 21) has puzzled interpreters for centuries. Is Jesus predicting the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70, his future return, or both? Dr. Mark Strauss joins Kirk E. Miller on What in the Word? to explore this complex passage. They examine its structure, exegetical issues, and interpretive options—futurist (…

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Haunted Cosmos--The Interview and the Book! 1:07:41

5M ago1:07:41

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Today the Pugs are pleased to interview Brian Suave' and Benjamin Garrett about their new book, Haunted Cosmos. It's a fun and free-ranging interview about a cosmos that is more than just "stuff." During the conversation the question, "Why are Reformed believers seemingly less willing to entertain the ongoing activity of angels and demons in our wo…

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What Does It Mean to “Render to Caesar”? | Michael Bird on Matthew 22:21 37:38

5M ago37:38

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What did Jesus mean when he said, “Render to Caesar what is Caesar’s and to God the things that are God’s” (cf. Matt 22:15–22; Mark 12:13–17; Luke 20:20–26)? Was he endorsing government authority, drawing a line between politics and faith, or making a more subversive statement? In this episode of What in the Word?, Kirk E. Miller sits down with Mic…

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Apple Pie and Rocket Ships, Is a Wholesome Technological Future Possible? 1:01:44

5M ago1:01:44

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Today Chris shares some of his work on artificial intelligence and the prospects for a wholesome humanism. The question he's attempting to answer is, "Is it possible to preserve permanent things such as traditional family life when the technology we have developed can easily tears wholesome life to shreds?" In other words, is dystopia inevitable, o…

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Why the Black Voices Collection? | Chauncey Allmond 21:57

5M ago21:57

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Why is the Black Voices Collection an important addition to Logos? In this episode of Logos Live, Kirk E. Miller and Chauncey Allmond explore the significance of highlighting Black theological voices and the challenges faced in curating this collection. While all believers are united in Christ, cultural backgrounds shape perspectives, experiences, …

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What Are the Keys of the Kingdom? | Jonathan Leeman on Matthew 16:19 40:45

5M ago40:45

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In this episode, Jonathan Leeman joins Kirk E. Miller to discuss the theologically complex passage of Matthew 16:19 and its mention of the “keys of the kingdom.” Together, they unpack the meaning of “binding and loosing,” parallel passages like Matthew 18:18, and how different interpretations have yielded competing conceptions of church authority. …

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Family Law & Manufactured Babies: An Interview of Jeff Shafer of the Hale Institute 1:04:45

6M ago1:04:45

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Today the Pugs interview Jeff Shafer about the brave new world of children without biological parents. What happens when children become products that we assemble from the gene pool and sell to the highest bidder? We don't have to wonder, it's already here. Jeff is a lawyer and the director of the Hale Institute. His recent lecture, "Machine Anithu…

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Must Christians Submit to Government? | Kaitlyn Schiess on Romans 13:1–7 49:45

6M ago49:45

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In Romans 13:1–7, Paul tells Christians to submit to governing authorities, even calling these authorities “ministers of God.” But does this mean we must always submit? Or, if there are exceptions, what are they and how do we know? Kaitlyn Schiess joins us to talk about this frequently debated text. Disclaimer: Logos values thoughtful and engaging …

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There’s Something about Mary 1:02:06

6M ago1:02:06

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In this episode, the Pugsters take a look at Mariology from a Protestant perspective. While they don’t agree with a number of elements of the Catholic doctrines of Mary, the guys agree that Protestants don’t pay enough attention to her and that there are many valuable things she can teach us. As usual, the conversation ranges over a variety of topi…

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Did God Command Genocide? | Tremper Longman on the Canaanite Conquest 52:55

6M ago52:55

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Did God command genocide in the Old Testament? Join Kirk E. Miller and Tremper Longman as they explore the challenging passages, such as Deuteronomy 7:1-6 and Joshua, examining the Canaanite conquest. Discover how to address the moral and theological concerns raised by these texts, including divine judgment, violence, and the question of religious …

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What if Screwtape Were Female? An Interview with Tilly Dillehay 1:01:54

6M ago1:01:54

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Today the Pugs are pleased to welcome to the show Tilly Dillehay, author of My Dear Hemlock. Tilly has taken Lewis's ingenious book, The Screwtape Letters as inspiration for her book in which Madame Hoaxrot (a female Screwtape) instructs a junior temptress named Hemlock (her Wormwood) in the fine art of leading a young woman astray. It's a fun epis…

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