After Class Podcast

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6.52 - Merry Christmas! Dec 25, 2023

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Share your Christmas Morning with the After Class Podcast this year and listen to the reading of the birth of Jesus from Matthew & Luke. Each author has their own theological agenda and calls the reader to pay attention to different aspects of Jesus's birth and salvation history.

Today, the guys read both perspectives and ask, how are the characters portrayed, and what is the author trying to do in their account?

Let's compare, contrast, and appreciate both accounts of the birth of our Lord.

Merry Christmas!

6.51 - The Millennium Dec 19, 2023

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What is the nature of Christ's millennial kingdom referred to in the book of Revelation? What must happen before Jesus returns, and what part does the church play? The above questions are not answered in this podcast, but now that we have your attention: This week, Ron, Sam, and John engage the pre-, post-, and amillennial 'when's' of the Bible. When does it happen? What would the original audience have in mind? And what message does it hold for the martyrs? You are just in time to find out!

6.50 - Shamgar Deconstructed Dec 12, 2023

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In last weeks episode, Sam, Ron, and John satirically covered the story of Shamgar, playfully pushing the limits of exegetical fallacies. Today, they revisit the story of Shamgar to offer correction and set the record straight, while pointing out how easy it can be to get carried away when we do not stick to sound hermeneutic principles.

6.49 - Justice for Shamgar Dec 05, 2023

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The guys take a second look at Shamgar, questioning the traditional classification of Shamgar as a minor judge. With only two verses dedicated to his legacy in the scriptures, some might be led to believe he is not a significant figure. However, it's not the size of the story, but the work it does that matters. Let's slow down and take a closer look at how these two verses say more than you think.

***Attention!*** The following episode is satirical and stretches exegetic and hermeneutic fallacies to their extremes. The views in this episode are meant to entertain the listener while showing how quickly we can go off the rails when interpreting the Bible. In the following episode the guys will expose these fallacies giving proper justice to the text. Listener discretion is advised.

#justiceforshamgar

6.48 - Evangelism in the NT & Now- More Than Words Nov 27, 2023

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We suffer through back pain, migraine, and Sams's sarcasm to bring you today's episode on evangelism in the NT. Who was the first evangelist and to whom and how was the message proclaimed? What does it look like today for our evangelism to be accompanied by signs? The Kingdom of God has broken into world history. There is a new kingdom reality and human dynamic to be experienced in the Lord, even now. How is it displayed in your life? How beautiful are your feet?

6.47 - Evangelism in the OT - Piecing it Together Nov 20, 2023

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Today, the guys delve into evangelism and its origins for God's people, starting with the Old Testament. How does God help His people piece together the puzzle to reveal the full picture of His plan for them and their mission to evangelize the nations? Do we have a reference, or are we simply holding onto corner pieces?

6.46 - Advice to New Mentors Nov 13, 2023

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Are you being discipled by someone? If not, why not? Are you discipling someone? If not, why not? What is discipleship? What does it mean to make disciples? Interestingly, some of the most effective evangelists are recent converts, but who are they discipled by? Are we disciples of our favorite pop icons? Today, the guys discuss (you guessed it) discipleship, mentoring, and the role of dedicating your life to making disciples as a Christian.

6.45 - Advice to New Christians Nov 06, 2023

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"Yes, I believe in Jesus! What do I do now?"

Saying "Yes" to Jesus is an amazing moment full of joy, but it can also be a time of confusion, leaving one to wonder, "Where do I go from here?" In today's episode Sam, John, and Ron point to a few habits, best practices, and resources to guide new Christians on their walk. For those of us who have been seeking the Lord long enough to forget what it is like to be new, today's episode serves as a helpful reminder of how we can be intentional about welcoming others into the body of Christ.

Tune in to hear the discussion on why, and how to truly get connected.

Complementary Episodes:

Episode 1:28-2:3, Highpoints of the Bible story

Episode 2:4-2:9; 2:28-31, An Introduction to the Gospel

Episode 4:3-22 Introduction to the Bible

External Beginner Resources: Bible Project, Study Bibles such as the NRSV, NIV, etc., ChristianBook.com, A Christian Mentor

Invest in Christian Education – www.glcc.edu

Series of interest:

4:24 - 26 History of Israel

6:27 - 6:44 - God's People and the Use of Violence

6.44 - God's People & Violence: Part Eighteen - Concluding Thoughts Oct 30, 2023

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Can we partake in occupations and activities that are contrary to the message of the cross? How do we view recreation, sports, video games, parenting, and political and global affairs through the lens of non-violent Christian activity? In today's episode, the guys conclude the series on God's people and the use of violence, addressing remaining listener questions and sharing their final thoughts on the matter. Just in time for Halloween!

6.43 - God's People & Violence: Part Seventeen - Reactions to Violence Oct 23, 2023

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As we near the end of the series the guys draw conclusions on what it might look like to overcome evil with good in light of our study. Sam, John, and Ron return to the lead question of the series: What is an acceptable reaction to someone breaking into my house? Are there acceptable levels of physicality? Join Sam, John, and Ron as they present the implications and applications of our study on the Christian use of violence.

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