Playing off of the bestseller "The Coddling of the American Mind" (Lukianoff & Haidt, 2018), the profs talk about the dangers and symptoms of coddling in the church—excessive concern for the safety of others that keep them from dealing with the truth of God's word.

Pastor John Piper has impacted millions of evangelicals throughout his ministry. This week, the profs reflect on Dr. Piper's contributions to the church, discussing his written works, preaching, and undeniable love of God's word.

In a recently published article—“Can the Church Talk about Politics?”—Prof. Bryan Laughlin and Dr. Doug Ponder explain how and why the church can and must talk about politics. In this episode, the profs discuss how to think properly about the nature of politics, the role of the state, and common errors and objections made by modern evangelicals.

With plenty of “What they didn't teach me in seminary” videos floating around, is it possible we’re still missing several big issues? We think so. This week, the profs discuss wielding biblical authority in the church, building a healthy elder culture, and suffering well.

Matt Cohen sits down with Joe Holland to discuss his journey from elite gymnastics to becoming a preacher and pastor. In this interview, Profs Cohen and Holland explore the great need for postgraduate studies in preaching and Grimké’s vision for training gospel preachers for the church. Matt Cohen is Dean of the Center for Christ-Centered Preaching at Grimké Seminary and the Lead Pastor at Citylight Church in Philadelphia, PA.

Like the men of Issachar, wise pastors should understand the times and know what the people of God should do (1 Chr. 12:32). This week, the profs highlight the acids of our anti-Christian age, offering critical wisdom for pastors to navigate it.

Listen in as Prof Holland interviews Grimké graduate Justin Honaker (MTS, 2021)—a former coal miner and pharmacist turned pastor. Pastor Honaker talks about his journey to pastoral ministry, life in the mountains, and how Grimké has shaped his church and relationships with other men in ministry. Justin Honaker is the Lead Pastor of Lebanon Community Fellowship in Lebanon, VA, and the Fraternity Director of Grimké Fraternity.

With the best intentions, the Gospel-Centered Movement attempted to refocus churches on the primacy and centrality of the gospel in all of life. This week, the profs discuss the movement’s benefits and unintended man-fearing, sin-minimizing effects.

Enjoy this dialogue with Dr. Andrew J. Newell, Professor of Historical Theology and Culture at both Grimké Europe and Grimké Seminary. Dr. Newell explains the historical challenges of training ministers in the UK and the growing distrust of public institutions with Prof. Laughlin and Dr. Ponder.

In this episode, the profs discuss the church's role in training pastors in distinctly masculine ways and spaces.