Knowing Faith

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley have a conversation around giving and generosity in the life of a believer.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• What does the word “tithe” mean?
• Where do we get the principle of the “tithe?”
• What's the difference between tithes and offerings?
• How is Israel functioning in the Old Testament?
• Is tithing biblical? Must Christians tithe?
• Should they give 10% of their earnings/income?
• How do you pastor ...

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Ian Harber to have a conversation about deconstruction in the Christian faith. 

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• Is deconstruction good?
• What is deconstruction?
• What are some common examples?
• What is your personal story of deconstruction?
• How is your faith different from what it was before your deconstruction journey?
• Is there such a thing as healthy and unhealthy doubt?
• How can w...

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Ronni Kurtz to discuss the impassability of God.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• Why this is problematic to say (if it is): God has an emotional life.
• Does God feel?
• Is impassability part of historic Christian doctrine?
• What is true and beautiful about this?
• Are passions and emotions the same thing?
• When we say God is simple, what are we saying?
• What if you don’t feel God’s love?
• ...

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss what preaching is and its purpose in the church.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• Does preaching still matter?
• What is preaching?
• How is preaching different from other forms of teaching in the church?
• Should preaching be a part of corporate worship? What are the core concerns/questions/considerations around this?
• Why is preaching not more formative in the lives of church people?
• Does t...

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss the role of an apostle and the importance of understanding its meaning when using the term.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• Are there modern-day apostles?
• Why are we asking this question right now?
• Are bishop and apostle the same thing?
• What is an apostle?
• What about Ephesians 4? Is that indicating that “apostle” is an office?
• Do the apostles ever provide instructions or character qua...

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss what makes someone a real Christian.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• What makes a real Christian?
• Is everyone who claims to be a Christian a Christian?
• How does anyone get to define what Christianity is or is not?
• Why would we say a Jehovah's Witness or a Mormon is not a Christian?
• If Jesus is not God, does it change the nature of the atonement?
• How do you determine which denomination...

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley have a conversation about how therapeutic language has invaded the church.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• Has therapeutic language invaded the church?
• What are the root theological issues at play in therapeutic language and the church?
• What do we mean by therapy language?
• What is the history that got us here?
• How should the Christian enter into therapeutic practices?
• How does this show up in...

Season 15 of the Knowing Faith podcast begins on August 21st! In this episode, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley give you a preview of what is to come in Season 15.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• What are some of our main disagreements?
• What is our goal?
• What are we talking about this season?

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Romans 9-11

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Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley answer questions submitted by their Patreon supporters!

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• How do we decide what the original author meant, specifically when using the word “all” in Romans 3:23 and Romans 9-11?
• What are some of the rich implications practically and culturally for the doctrine of the Image of God?
• What are your personal rhythms for continuing to learn and grow?
• Is it essential ...

Kyle Worley is joined by Adam Griffin and Amy Gannett to discuss updates from the Training the Church podcast family.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• What have you learned in doing Tiny Theologians?
• What was the vision for the Tiny Theologians podcast?
• What was the vision for The Family Discipleship podcast?
• What is the future for these podcasts?
• If someone wanted to follow your podcast, how can they do that?

Resources Mention...

Jen Wilkin and Kyle Worley are joined by Elizabeth Woodson to discuss her new study on the book of Galatians.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• Why Galatians?
• What did you learn as you wrote this study?
• Who were your favorite commentary sources?
• What was the most challenging part to write about?
• How is this study designed to work and be used?
• What are the false stories in Galatians that the gospel brings freedom from?
• What hit you the...

JT English and Kyle Worley discuss their new books, “ Remember and Rehearse” and “Formed for Fellowship,” and how they are valuable tools for discipleship.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• What were you thinking when you were trying to build a theological education department in the church?
• What is “You are a Theologian”?
• What’s different about Remember and Rehearse?
• What did you learn about the story of the Bible while you wrote ...

Jen Wilkin and Kyle Worley are joined by Hunter Beless and Courtney Doctor to discuss their new Bible study on the book of Titus.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• Why did you decide to do a study on Titus?
• Why did you do this project together?
• How is this study designed to work?
• What is Titus about?
• What is something you learned while writing this study?
• Did you feel any hesitation when talking about morality?
• What was the trickiest ...

Kyle Worley is joined by Thomas West and Trevin Wax to discuss their new book, The Gospel Way Catechism.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• What’s all this talk about a catechism? Isn’t the bible enough?
• What is the relationship between a catechism and bible study?
• What is the response from people when you told them you were working on a catechism?
• Why another catechism?
• Are catechisms supposed to be contextual?
• Can you share an examp...

JT English and Kyle Worley discuss how the Training the Church Ministry Cohort can help you shape and form deep disciples in your ministry.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• Why did we choose to name this “Training the Church”?
• When did we launch our first cohort?
• What kind of people participate in the cohort?
• What is something people will learn from the cohort?
• What format is the cohort offered in (in-person, Zoom, online class)?
• Wh...

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Jason Allen and Patrick Schreiner live from the Gospel Coalition Conference. 

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• How has the deep discipleship program been a part of how you do women's ministry?
• Is the church meant to be for or against the world?
• Am I supposed to be going out into the world thinking I am ready for battle or ready for love?
• Is it a Godly expression of love to oppo...

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley answer questions submitted by their Patreon supporters!

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• Why is God referred to as three “persons”?
• I heard someone say that Adam would be in heaven. What are your thoughts on this?
• What are some great books to listen to?
• While studying Revelation, our group is leaving more fearful than encouraged. How do we read and understand this book correctly?
• How importan...

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss why they created the Deep Discipleship program, what it is, and who it is for.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• What is our goal?
• How does someone become a theological contributor?
• Why is it important to do theology in community?
• How does dissonance play a role in learning?
• What does the Deep Discipleship Program look like for a participant?
• What is one of the challenges of hosting thi...

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley answer questions submitted by listeners!

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• What 2-3 things that are essential when teaching others about the Trinity?
• How much time do you spend reading the Bible?
• What is your favorite Bible translation?
• How do you get people interested in theology?
• Did Jesus descend into hell when he died on the cross?
• What book of the Bible is often overlooked?
• Are there multip...