‘Wisdom is not simply knowledge or cleverness’.

Brent talks with Mitchell Chase about his new IVP book ‘Walking the Way of the Wise: A Biblical Theology of Wisdom’.

Mitchell is associate professor of biblical studies at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and is preaching pastor at Kosmosdale Baptist Church. 

Links mentioned in this episode:

www.sbts.edu/faculty/mitchell-l-chase/

www.amazon.com/Walking-Way-Wise-Biblical-Essential/dp/1514010917

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How has Aristotle’s thought shaped Christianity through history and how does it remain relevant for Christians today?

Brent talks with Louis Markos about his new IVP book, ‘From Aristotle to Christ: How Aristotelian Thought Clarified the Christian Faith’.

Louis is professor and scholar in residence at Houston Christian University where he holds the Robert H. Ray Chair in Humanities.  His 30 books include ‘The Myth Made Fact’ and ‘From Plato to Christ’.  He has published over 300 essays and given over 300 public lectures.   

Links mentioned in this episode:

hc.edu/contact/louis-markos/

amazon.com.au/Aristotle-Christ-Aristotelian-Clarified-Christian/dp/1514011328

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Who was Dallas Willard and why was his approach to reading and living Scripture so important?

Brent talks with Dave Ripper about his new IVP book ‘Experiencing Scripture as a Disciple of Jesus: Reading the Bible like Dallas Willard’.

Dave is the lead pastor of Crossway Christian Church, a multicongregational church in southern New Hampshire, focused on spiritual formation.  Dave is the author of ‘The Fellowship of the Suffering’ and serves as chaplain for the Boston Bruins.  

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www.daveripper.com

www.amazon.com/Experiencing-Scripture-Disciple-Jesus-Reading/dp/151401310X

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‘With the rise of online platforms, including social media and video conferencing tools, the concept of a physical church space is being redefined.  The virtual world is now an extension of our physical reality, blurring the lines between what is considered ‘real’ and what is not’.

Brent talks with Michael Huerter the author of a new IVP book called ‘Hybrid Congregation: A Practical Theology of Worship for an Online Era’.

Michael is a pastor at Holmeswood Baptist Church in Kansas City Missouri, where he leads worship and works to build community and connection.  As a lifelong church musician and digital native, he’s interested in engaging with and contributing to scholarship that bridges the gap between research and practical ministry.   

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www.amazon.com/Hybrid-Congregation-Practical-Theology-Worship/dp/1514011425

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‘Fatherhood is a sacred calling – but it doesn’t come with a manual – until now’.

Brent talks with Jeff Hamilton the author of ‘Dad Academy: Raising Courageous, Capable, Confident Kids’.

Jeff is a pastor, coach and consultant.  The role he loves the most is as a husband to Jayme, and dad to his adult kids, daughter Jordanne, son Justin and daughter in law Savannah.  The Hamilton’s have had the privilege of serving families for over 35 years in pastoral ministry.  He’s a frequent guest on podcasts and speaks at men’s gatherings and marriage retreats.  

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www.dadacademy.info

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How is time used in the Song of Solomon?

Brent and Dr. Alastair Roberts of the Theopolis Institute continue their discussion. 

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alastairadversaria.com

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How is lovesickness a theme in the Song of Solomon?

Brent talks with Dr. Alastair Roberts of the Theopolis Institute in the States. 

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alastairadversaria.com

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Who was the historical Joseph Smith?

Brent talks with Tom Hobson about his book from Elm Hill ‘The Historical Jesus and the Historical Joseph Smith’.

Tom is retired from more than 40 years as a Presbyterian minister, four years as professor of biblical studies and languages at Morthland College, and two years of the radio program ‘Biblical Words and World’ on KUTR-AM, Salt Lake City.  He’s written books and many articles. 

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www.historicaljoseph.org/tom_hobson

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What’s a truly biblical view of singleness?

Brent talks with Dani Treweek, the author of a new book from the Good Book Company called ‘Single Ever After: A Biblical Vision for the Significance of Singleness’.

Dani is the founding director of the Single Minded Ministry; she works part time as the Sydney Anglican Diocesan Research Officer and she spends the rest of her time writing, reading, speaking and training on singleness, sexuality, church community and more.  She’s the author of ‘The Meaning of Singleness’ which was Australian Christian Book of the Year in 2024.  

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amazon.com/Single-Ever-After-Significance-Perspective

danielletreweek.com

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What’s the significance of the dark wood?

Brent and Jennifer Holberg continue their discussion of Dante’s ‘Divine Comedy’ with a look at ‘Inferno’.   

Jennifer is professor and chair of the English Department at Calvin University in the States and co-director of the Calvin Center for Faith and Writing.  She’s also the author of the book ‘Nourishing Narratives’.  

Links mentioned in this episode:

World of Dante:

https://www.worldofdante.org/index.html)

Digital Dante:

https://digitaldante.columbia.edu/dante/divine-comedy

Dante Worlds:

https://danteworlds.laits.utexas.edu/

100 Days of Dante:

https://100daysofdante.com

Editions:

For all in one volume:

Mark Musa, ‘The Portable Dante’ (Penguin)

First rate notes:

Robert and Jean Hollander (Vintage/Anchor)

New poetic translation that retains the terza rima:

Michael Palma (Liveright)

Prose translation:

Charles S. Singleton (Princeton University Press)

Other notable translators:

Robin Kirkpatrick

John Ciarda

Allen Mandelbaum

Older translations by Dorothy L. Sayers

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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