Following Jesus is a dynamic journey of faithful obedience in continually changing contexts. What do we need to know about the Word that shapes us, the World in which our faith is to be lived out, and the Work that we are called to do? This podcast highlights research from Carey Baptist College that weaves together God’s Word, the World we live in, and the Work we are called to do. We invite you to join us as we explore ways in which we can live, serve, and witness in our constantly changing world.
Abuse, Purity Culture, and the David & Bathsheba story with Joy Sweeney
Dr Michael Rhodes (Old Testament lecturer at Carey Baptist College) interviews Joy Sweeney about how the teaching of “Purity Culture” has let down victims of sexual abuse and led to a mis-reading of the David and Bathsheba story. WARNING: This episode contains sensitive material.
21 Aug 2023
Discerning the mind of Christ: Obstacles and a way forward with Elisha Hartley
Elisha Hartley’s research looks at congregational decision-making. Informed by social scientific theory and theology, it explores practical and healthy ways that congregations can discern the mind of Christ so that the church can flourish! Elisha is interviewed by Dr Christa McKirland, a lecturer at Carey Baptist College in systematic theology.
7 Aug 2023
Spurgeon’s preaching: Implications for the church today with Phil Brown
Dr John Tucker (Principal of Carey Baptist College) talks with Phil Brown (Pastor at Redeemer Church and Carey Graduate) about his thesis that focuses on the relationship between unconditional election and evangelistic fervor in the preaching of Charles Spurgeon, and the implications for the church today.
13 Jul 2023
Pastors’ emotional well-being with Glenn Melville
Dr Glenn Melville shares insights from his research on how pastors can experience emotional well-being in a profession traditionally associated with stress, burnout, depression, anxiety, and high attrition rates. Glenn is interviewed by Dr Phil Halstead, a lecturer at Carey Baptist College in the areas of pastoral care and counselling.
26 Jun 2023
The dance of faith and motherhood with Allison Davidson
Allison Davidson’s research looks at the intersection of motherhood and faith in Aotearoa New Zealand. It explores the joys, challenges, and importance of mothers’ faith journeys. Allison is interviewed by Phil Halstead, a lecturer at Carey Baptist College in the areas of pastoral care and counselling.
12 Jun 2023
Re-thinking Youth Discipleship with Simon Mahoney and Sam Kilpatrick
Simon Mahoney's research looks at how Baptist churches undertake youth discipleship, and explores how transformation, participation, and connection are crucial for effective discipleship today. Simon is interviewed by Sam Kilpatrick, the programme leader of youth ministry at Carey Baptist College.
29 May 2023
Challenging assumptions with Emma Stokes
Nicola Mountfort, Carey Field Education and Internships Lead, talks with Emma Stokes, a lecturer in Bible and Mission at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Emma’s research on the Samaritans in the Gospel of Luke, encouraging us to move beyond the stereotype of the Samaritans as hated enemies of the Jewish nation, and to consider what other assumptions we bring to the Bible that limit our understanding.
15 May 2023
Surprising connections with Jonathan Robinson
John Tucker talks with Jonathan Robinson, a lecturer in the New Testament at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Jonathan's recently published book on the Gospel of Mark, exploring how Mark's Gospel connects Jesus’ miracles to stories from the Jewish Scriptures in surprising ways.
1 May 2023
Just Discipleship with Michael Rhodes
John Tucker talks with Michael Rhodes, a lecturer in Old Testament at Carey Baptist College. Michael recently completed a book called Just Discipleship: Biblical Justice in an Unjust World. If you’re a disciple of Jesus, if you love the Bible, if you want to act justly and love mercy and walk humbly with your God, then jump into this conversation.
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