Mind + Heart

Suffering Apr 05, 2022

Mike Hillerman and Phillip Holmes discuss suffering, psychology and counseling, and how Christianity informs our response to both.

Race with Isaac Adams Mar 29, 2022

Isaac Adams and Phillip Holmes discuss healthy Christian communication, good practices for communicating via social media, and racism while discussing Rev. Adams’ book, Talking About Race: Gospel Hope for Hard Conversations.

Misconceptions Dec 15, 2021

Phillip Holmes and Dr. Ligon Duncan discuss misconceptions about covenant theology, and its practical applications, revisiting Dr. Duncan’s previous Wisdom Wednesday episode.

Justice Dec 07, 2021

In this episode of the Mind + Heart podcast, Phillip Holmes interviews Karen Ellis, the director of the Edmiston Center for the Study of the Bible and Ethnicity. Holmes and Ellis discuss biblical justice, the importance of learning from the persecuted church, and the work of the Edmiston Center.

Called Nov 30, 2021

In this week’s episode, Phillip Holmes interviews Dr. Mike Allen. Dr. Allen is the academic dean and John Dyer Trimble Professor of Systematic Theology at RTS Orlando, where he has served since 2015. Holmes and Dr. Allen discuss God’s calling to pastoral ministry and the necessary factors in discerning and carrying out calling.

Biases Nov 23, 2021

In this week’s episode, Phillip Holmes interviews Dr. Michael Kruger. Dr. Kruger is the president of Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the author of numerous books, including Surviving Religion 101. Holmes and Dr. Kruger talk about worldviews, bias, and how conversion changes a person’s worldview.

Hospitality Nov 16, 2021

In this episode, Phillip interviews Dr. Rosaria Butterfield, former tenured professor of English at Syracuse University, and the author of The Gospel Comes with a House Key. Holmes and Dr. Butterfield discuss the definition, practice, and applications of Christian hospitality and the misconceptions and challenges that it entails.

Apologetics Nov 09, 2021

In this episode, Phillip Holmes interviews Dr. John Fesko, the Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology at RTS Jackson. Holmes and Dr. Fesko talk through the biblical and theological foundations of apologetics, and discuss the function of apologetics in the lives of both believers and non-believers.

Parenting Nov 02, 2021

In this episode of the second season of Mind + Heart, Phillip Holmes interviews Mrs. Melissa Kruger, Director of Women’s Content at the Gospel Coalition, about her counsel for Christian parents. Mrs. Kruger discusses the importance of understanding Christian parenthood as a vehicle for personal sanctification, and the roles of the Word and prayer in Christian parenting.

Revelation Oct 26, 2021

For the second episode of this season of Mind + Heart, Phillip Holmes interviews Dr. Thomas Keene. Holmes and Dr. Keene explore the challenges and pitfalls of interpreting the book of Revelation and discuss some of the tools necessary to overcome these obstacles.

Leadership Oct 19, 2021

In the first episode of this season of Mind + Heart, Phillip Holmes interviews Dr. Charles M. Wingard, the author of “Help for the New Pastor: Practical Advice for Your First Year of Ministry.” Dr. Wingard discusses pastoral leadership, burnout, and the importance of contentment in pastoral ministry.

Prayer Jan 19, 2021

Dr. Ligon Duncan and Phillip Holmes discuss prayer and practical ways Christians can grow in their prayer life, revisiting Dr. Duncan's previous Wisdom Wednesday episode, "How do I pray without ceasing?"

Technology Jan 12, 2021

Dr. John Fesko and Phillip Holmes discuss technology, culture, and Christianity, revisiting Dr. Fesko’s previous Wisdom Wednesday episode, "What are the pros and cons of technology for the church?"

Racism Jan 05, 2021

Dr. Carl Ellis and Phillip Holmes discuss racism, the importance of Scripture, and the church, revisiting Dr. Ellis's previous Wisdom Wednesday episode, "What is the root of racism?"

Rapture Dec 22, 2020

Dr. Guy Waters and Phillip Holmes discuss Christ’s return and the rapture, revisiting Dr. Waters' previous Wisdom Wednesday episode, "Does the Apostle Paul Teach a Rapture?”

Joy Dec 15, 2020

Dr. Peter Lee and Phillip Holmes discuss joy and trials, revisiting Dr. Lee’s previous Wisdom Wednesday episode, "How do I find joy in suffering?"

Culture Dec 08, 2020

Dr. James Anderson and Phillip Holmes discuss worldview, culture, and how Christians can engage with culture.

Loss Dec 01, 2020

Phillip Holmes interviews Nancy Guthrie about how her personal experiences and theological training have impacted her understanding of loss, revisiting her Wisdom Wednesday episode “How can a Christian deal with loss?”

Forgiveness Nov 17, 2020

Dr. Guy Richard and Phillip Holmes revisit Dr. Richard's previous Wisdom Wednesday episode, "Must I forgive someone who doesn’t ask for forgiveness?" and discuss the connection between forgiveness and reconciliation.

Idols Nov 10, 2020

Karen Ellis and Phillip Holmes discuss idolatry: what it is, how to fight it, and why it is the biggest challenge in Christian living.

Apostasy Nov 03, 2020

Looking at various passages in Hebrews, Dr. Michael Kruger and Phillip Holmes discuss apostasy and why it’s important for believers to examine themselves as they persevere in faithfulness.

Welcome to MIND +HEART Oct 30, 2020

Mind + Heart is a new show from Reformed Theological Seminary where we discuss a variety of topics related to Christian living to assist you in your daily quest to love God and love your neighbor.

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