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Season 3

Nov. 19, 2024

Translating the Bible for Native Populations: A Conversation with Ter…

In this episode, James sits down with Terry Wildman. Terry is the lead translator of the First Nations Version: An Indigenous Translation of the New Testament . Terry and James discuss the current state of minsitry to Native ...

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Nov. 14, 2024

Thinking about the Old Testament: A Conversation with Dr. Kevin Chen

In this episode, James welcomes Dr. Kevin Chen, author of Wonders of Your Law . James and Kevin discuss Kevin's idea of "nexus passages" and their value in understanding the Old Testament, tracing themes, and pulling together...

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Nov. 12, 2024

The Blessing of Being in God's Presence: A Conversation with Samuel P…

In this episode, James hosts Samuel Parkison author of To Gaze Upon God. They discuss the beatific vision, eschatology, and Christians conceptions of the afterlife. To connect with James, visit usefultogod.com or get his late...

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Nov. 7, 2024

A Redemption Story: Tony Cardello's Testimony

In this episode, James and Nate host Tony Cardello. Previously featured on "I Am Second," Tony shares his testimony. He describes his life prior to coming to Christ and the way Christ healed his marriage, family, and life. T...

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Nov. 6, 2024

Thinking Christian after the Election: Our Task Doesn't Change

In this episode, James offers a biblical perspective on regime changes based on the transition from judges to monarchy in ancient Israel as portrayed in 1 Samuel. He considers the consistent call to love God and neighbor and ...

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Nov. 5, 2024

Theology, Religion, and 'The Office': A Conversation with Dan Cameron

In this episode, James wecomes Dan Cameron. Dan is the editor of Theology, Religion, and 'The Office': Beauty in Ordinary Things that will be available later this year. They discuss James's contribution to the volume, as well...

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Oct. 31, 2024

Thinking Christian about Manhood: A Conversation with Vince Miller

In this episode, James wecomes Vince Miller. Vince is an author and speaker focused on helping men live faithfully. Vince and James discuss Vince's new book ( Essential Elements: Forging Godly Men ) the difference between wal...

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Oct. 29, 2024

Suffering, Endurance, and the Importance of Discipleship: A Conversat…

In this episode, James welcomes Justin Kendrick author of How to Quiet a Hurricane. James and Justic discuss the pitfalls and promise of helping God's people establish a firm foundation in their faith. They talk about the rol...

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Oct. 24, 2024

Thinking about Anxiety, Media, and Politics: A Conversation with Zach…

In this episode, James speaks with Zach Clinton author of Even If: Developing the Faith, Mindset, Strength and Endurance of Those Who Are Built Different. James and Zach discuss the "even if" life, as well as diving into disc...

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Oct. 22, 2024

Privileging God (and the Truth) over Politics: A Conversation with De…

In this episode, James wecomes Denise Grace Gitsham. James and Denise discuss the way Chrisitan participation in politics differs from participation in politics more generally. Denise is an on-air political commentator and st...

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