The Table Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Taylor Swift, the Gospel, and Being Human (62 Minute Version) (From the Vault) Dec 16, 2025

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In this special extended episode, Todd Agnew, Sarah Griffith, and Kasey Olander Speak Now about Taylor Swift—cultural phenomenon born in 1989 whose Reputation was bolstered by the Eras tour—discussing why fans are so inspiRed by this musician and how Christians can engage thoughtfully and Fearlessly with art while pointing to the ultimate Lover, Christ, whose affections endure Evermore. This version of the episode contains 15 bonus minutes of never-before-released content throughout the discussion!

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5:41  Reasons for Extraordinary Popularity of Taylor Swift

12:33 Taylor’s Songwriting, Bridges, Musicality, Concert Experience

18:53 The Gospel’s Relationship to Human Longings

32:42  Communities’ Responses to Taylor Swift

40:45  Storytelling, Art, and Thoughtful Engagement

52:01  Psalms and Emotional Expression

56:42  Concluding Thoughts on Christians Interacting with Taylor Swift’s Music

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What the Early Church Fathers Said About the End Times Dec 09, 2025

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Join Kymberli Cook, Michael Svigel, and Paul Weaver as they unpack how the early church understood the End Times and why those views still shape Christian life today.

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4:15 Why Early Fathers’ View on Eschatology Matters Today

9:54 The Background of New Testament Eschatology

14:12 The Other Early Christians on the End Times

17:19 Guidelines Around Understanding the End Times

25:34 Top Five Passages on the End Times

37:52 Wild End Time Theories

40:55 Resources for Understanding the End Times

Resources

Three Views on the Millennium and Beyond

Three Views on the Rapture

Michael J. Svigel, The Fathers on the Future: A 2nd-Century Eschatology for the 21st-Century Church

John Walvoord, Commentary on Daniel

John Walvoord, Commentary on Revelation

John Walvoord, Bundle of Walvoord’s Commentaries on Eschatology

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Did Jesus Claim to be God? Dec 02, 2025

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Join Kasey Olander, Darrell Bock, and Mikel Del Rosario as they explore the historical Jesus—His titles, teachings, works, and what they reveal about His claims to divinity.

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6:17 Jesus as Prophet

9:38 Jesus as Son of Man

11:26 Jesus as Christ

14:01 Christ’s Actions Demonstrating His Divinity/Christ Authority and Miracles

20:20 The Healing of the Paralytic

22:53 The Other Contemporary Perspectives on Christ

26:04 Where Should Skeptics Start

28:52 Did Jesus Claim to be God?

42:00 Jesus as Lord

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How Ancient Inscriptions Help Us Understand the Biblical World (Classic) Nov 25, 2025

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In this classic episode, Darrell Bock, Sandra Glahn, and Gary Hoag discuss the world of Ephesus and how understanding the context gives unique insight into the world of the New Testament.

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Ink & Impact in Creative Writing Nov 18, 2025

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Join Kasey Olander with creative writing professors Brian Chan and Reg Grant for a conversation about creative writing, the discipline behind the craft, and how stories can shape culture and Christian faith.

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2:01 What is Creative Writing?

8:42 Transforming Power of Stories

14:22 Embodiment of Story

17:40 How Stories Draw us in

23:42 How to Craft a Story

30:16 Giving Life to a Story

35:52 How Writing Impacts Culture

45:40 Closing Thoughts

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Preaching The Word Nov 11, 2025

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Join Bill Hendricks and Carl Laney as they talk about expository preaching, its definition, its role, and its impact on the church today.

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7:05 What is Bible Exposition?

10:26 How Does Scripture Apply to Our Lives?

13:49 Bridging the Gap to the World of the Text

19:24 What About Topical Preaching?

26:50 How to Become a Better Preacher and Teacher

32:39 The Benefits and Pitfalls of Expositional Preaching

38:36 Who was Nathan D. Maier?

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The Power of Telling Your Story Nov 04, 2025

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Join Milyce Pipkin, Bill Hendricks, and Rebecca Jowers as they unpack how honest storytelling reframes trauma and reveals us as God’s handiwork, made in His beautiful image.

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7:32 Processing Trauma Through Story

14:58 The Importance of Being Kind to Yourself

17:32 Co-Authoring Your Story with God

25:31 Reframing our Story

35:53 Poiema’s Mission

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Christians in International Development Oct 28, 2025

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Join Darrell Bock and David Hoehner as they discuss international aid, its role, and its Christian ethos.

Time codes2:17 Time in Russia and Ukraine

7:53 After Ukraine

12:25 How to Strengthen Governance

16:37 What is USAID?

19:37 Impact of Closing USAID

32:04 A Reconfiguration of International Development

35:59 Post International Development

38:51 The Implicit Christian Justice of International Aid

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On the Role of the Prophet Oct 21, 2025

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Join Kymberli Cook, Amy Peeler, and Mike Balbier as they explore the role of prophets in Scripture and discuss how Christians today can wisely navigate modern prophecy in the church.

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5:54 What is a Prophet?

12:15 Guidelines Around Prophets

17:53 Old Testament Prophets

22:26 New Testament Prophets

24:57 The Difference Between New and Old Testament Prophets

27:26 The role of the Holy Spirit in Prophecy

30:23 How Different Church Traditions Handle Prophecy

39:11 How Can Christians Today Navigate Modern Prophecy?

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Advancing the Gospel Through Evangelical Unity Oct 14, 2025

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