The Table Podcast

By Dallas Theological SeminarySociety & Culture Religion & Spirituality Christianity

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The Table Podcast episodes

March 31 Is God Really There?
Is God really there? Listen in with Kymberli Cook as analytic theologian Kevin Wong and philosopher Charity Anderson explore one of the oldest and deepest questions, diving into the complex concept of divine hiddenness and asking why a loving God might not always make His presence obvious.

Time codes:
3:19 What is Divine Hiddenness?
5:29 Classic Arguments for Divine Hiddenness
8:27 How Divine Hiddenness Affects How We Think About God
14:33 How Creating a Stronger Argument for Divine Hiddenness is Helpful
22:31 Hiddenness and a Knowable God
27:24 Navigating Divine Hiddenness as a Christian
32:12  Wrestling with the Question of Divine Hiddenness
41:34  Summary of Divine Hiddenness

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45 min
March 24 Is Christian Education The Same As Discipleship?
On this episode of The Table Podcast, Kymberli Cook and Rick Yount explore the crucial difference between the structured programs of Christian education and the life-changing, relational process of discipleship. Listen to discover practical ways church leaders and believers can revitalize ministries and foster genuine spiritual growth through clarity, warmth, and flexibility.
Time codes:
2:49 What Happens in Christian Education
5:54 When Did Christian Education Arise as a Field
10:33 Key Objectives for Christian Education
15:42 Process vs Program: The Difference between Discipleship and Education
26:29 How to Reignite the Life in Your Organization
34:38 The Three Most Important Things About Teaching

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40 min
March 17 Understanding Dispensationalism (Classic)
In this classic episode, Kymberli Cook, Glenn Kreider, and Craig Blaising discuss the history, core beliefs, and diversity within dispensationalism, including its view of salvation and the relationship between Israel and the Church.
Timecodes
02:39 What is Dispensationalism?
09:27 What Makes Dispensationalists Unique?
20:06 The Historical Context for Dispensationalism’s Growth
28:39 Controversy Surrounding Dispensationalism
41:12 Rooting Dispensationalism in Scripture
43:36 Progressive Dispensationalism
51:00 Diversity within Dispensationalism

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1 hr
March 10 The Spirit World in the Old Testament (Classic)
In this classic episode, Kymberli Cook, Bob Chisholm, and John Walton discuss the reality of spiritual beings in the Old Testament and how to understand them in their proper context.
Time Codes

02:04 Walton’s Background in the Old Testament
06:16 Chisholm’s Background in the Old Testament
10:34 Context for a Discussion Around the Spirit World
17:37 Approaches to Old Testament Interpretation
23:13 Describing the “Good Guys” in the Spirit World
29:25 Defining the “Bad Guys” in the Spirit World
38:57 The Description of Satan in the Old Testament
46:32 How Does Our Understanding of the Spirit World Impact Us?

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53 min
March 03 Transposing Earthly Riches Into the Treasures of Heaven
How can business be used as an economic engine for God’s kingdom? In this episode, Bill Hendricks sits down with Raymond Harris, a highly successful architect turned “venture capitalist in God's kingdom,” to discuss the biblical theology of wealth and stewardship.
Time codes:
1:14 Raymond’s Background
6:53 Raymond’s Theology of Money and Stewardship
11:57 The Purpose of Business
16:05 What Does it Mean to Take Care of the Poor?
19:57 Investing in the Kingdom
28:19 Helping Others Develop an Economic Engine
36:00 Exchange your Earthly Wealth for Heavenly Wealth
38:18 The Role of an Entrepreneur
41:04 Satisfaction from Investing in People
43:09 Who is The Most Generous Person?

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49 min
February 24 Predestination and Free Will (Classic)
In this classic episode, Kymberli Cook, Timothy Yoder, and Paul Smalley discuss free will and predestination, exploring their existence in Scripture and the tension that arises between these two ideas.

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1 hr 6 min
February 17 Fear, Film, & Faith
Join Kasey Olander, Brian Chan, Rebecca Carrell, and Aaron Switzer as they explore a Christian perspective on horror films, discussing the role of fear, spiritual discernment, and how the genre can unexpectedly reveal truth and beauty.

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51 min
February 10 What You Believe About the End Shapes How You Live Now (Classic)
In this Classic episode, Kymberli Cook, Darrell Bock, and Michael Svigel discuss why eschatology is important and the direct correlation it has on how we live our lives.

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46 min
February 03 Spiritual Growth
Does your spiritual life feel like a bed of cold ashes? Join Dr.
Mark Yarbrough, Bill Hendricks, and Dr. Darrell Bock as they discuss how to
navigate the mundane struggles of daily life and apply six spiritual essentials to rekindle your heart for God

Time Codes
3:50 The Rekindled Heart
8:11 Faith in the Mundane Life
11:25 Knowledge vs. Transformation: The Goal of Bible Study
17:20 Rekindled Devotion and Bold Trust in God's Word
24:53 Trust in the Lord With All Your Heart
30:44 Rekindled Love: Authentic Compassion for Others
41:33 Rekindled Holiness
46:01 Rekindled Servanthood
49:41 Rekindled Zeal: A Burden for the World

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1 hr
January 27 Christianity in Sudan and South Sudan
Join Darrell Bock and Jake Prochaska as they explore the
resilience of the church in Sudan and South Sudan as indigenous leaders
navigate persecution and extreme poverty to build self-sustaining communities centered on the gospel

Time codes:
1:37 Background to Sudan and South Sudan
9:32 Building a Community with the Church
14:54 The Ripple Effect of Church Planting
16:52 The Importance of Indigenous Leadership and Training
23:09 How Western Christians can Help

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38 min

About The Table Podcast

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The Table Podcast is a weekly show discussing issues of God and culture to show the relevance of theology to everyday life. Brought to you by The Hendricks Center at Dallas Theological Seminary, the…