Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In episode 11 we take a deep dive into the book of Job. We discuss what the book teaches us about God, his incomprehensibility and sovereignty. We talk about suffering and how we can apply the book of Job in our ministry to others in the midst of suffering. We also touch on the interaction between God and the Satan ...
May 05, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 11
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In episode 10 we discuss the book of Esther. Esther is a strange book that doesn't mention God once! Does this mean that God is not present in the story? What part does this book play in the broader biblical narrative? What do we do with the ideas raised in this book about war? Join us as we talk about these ideas a...
Apr 27, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In episode 9 we're joined by Dr Paul Byun as we take a look at the book of Ezra Nehemiah. The book tells the story of the Israelites' return from exile, and we discuss the themes raised by the story - renewal, the problem of the human heart, God's use of ordinary people, and more. We also think about how we can appl...
Apr 20, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this special bonus episode, we speak with Nancy Guthrie about her approach to teaching the Bible. We ask her to help us teach the book of Ruth, and discuss the importance of seeing the book in its place in redemptive history. Nancy shows us how we can fruitfully apply the book by looking for the 'ordinary Israeli...
Apr 13, 2022•48 min0
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In episode 8 we explore the books of Kings and Chronicles (mostly Kings). We spend time thinking about the theme of Kingship in redemptive history as the books get us to ask whether this king is the one who is has been promised. We also touch on topic of prophecy, and look at the differences between Kings and Chroni...
Apr 06, 2022•56 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In episode 7 we dive into the book of Samuel (that's right - book, not books!). We track the stories of Hannah, Samuel, Saul, and David as we explore the themes of kingship, sonship, covenant, and more. We hone in on the messianic promises in 2 Samuel 7 and talk about how all these themes point to Jesus. In Season 2...
Mar 29, 2022•57 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this special bonus episode, we speak with Professor Kelly Kapic about his new book, You're Only Human . We explore the idea of our finitude (i.e. that we are created creatures) and what it means to be human. We touch on the difference between finitude and sinfulness and ask questions like, "Does God LIKE us?". Jo...
Mar 22, 2022•45 min0
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In episode 6 we enjoy the numerous memorable stories in the books of Judges and Ruth. We see how comparing the two books brings out the biblical theme of God's faithful love in the face of Israel's unfaithfulness. We also take a look at some wonderfully faithful women, and discuss the work of the Spirit. Join us for...
Mar 15, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In episode 5, we're honing in on the book of Joshua as the Israelites cross into the promised land. Will they trust the Lord who saves, or continue in their unfaithfulness? Join us as we examine the story of Joshua in light of larger biblical themes like covenant, recreation and rest. We also touch on how to read an...
Mar 08, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In episode 4, we're whizzing through Leviticus, Numbers & Deuteronomy. It's easy to struggle with the last 3 books of the Pentateuch, especially when it comes to the parts about the law; but they teach us important ideas about God and His relationship with His people. Listen in as we discuss how we can engage wi...
Mar 01, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In episode 3, we're getting stuck into the book of Exodus. Exodus is so crucial to the unfolding narrative of God's people that it is sometimes called the gospel of the Old Testament. Join us as we overview the book, explore its themes in relation to God's big picture, and give thoughts on how to engage with and tea...
Feb 23, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In episode 2, we're looking at the book of Genesis. Genesis is a book of origin stories and we examine how these stories give rise to the major themes that permeate the Scriptures. We also discuss the structure of the book, how it connects to the big story of the Bible, and give some tips for fruitfully reading and ...
Feb 15, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome to season 2 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this first episode of season 2, we lay the foundations for the season ahead by looking at the story of the Bible. We discuss what the Bible is, its overall story and major themes, and how we should engage with and teach it. We also examine the difference between Biblical Theology and Systematic Theology. Join us ...
Feb 08, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Final Episode (#34) of Season 1 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this episode, we share what we've learnt and taken out of the first Season of the show. We then give a sneak peak at what to expect for Season 2 due out in February 2022! Thank you so much for tuning in this Season and supporting the show. We look forward to having you join us for Season 2! Thoughts, questions or feedba...
Nov 12, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Episode #33 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this episode, we get stuck into the final chapter of the WCF - The Last Judgement. What happens at the end? What will happen to creation? What will the new heavens and earth be like? How do we live today in light of the end? What do we make of passages saying we'll be judged according to our works? Join us as we discuss these questions and...
Nov 03, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 33
** Special Bonus Episode of our podcast to announce the winner of our second giveaway! ** Thanks to our wonderful listeners for leaving your reviews and entering our giveaway courtesy of Tulip Publishing! Check them out at www.tulippublishing.com.au. Tune in to find out who wins the prize! Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at downundertheology@gmail.com . --- Episode Hosts: Allister Lum Mow ( @allisterlm ) Cameron Clausing ( @cam_clausing ) Murray Smith Producer: Nick Rabe Ep...
Oct 28, 2021•1 min0
Episode #32 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this episode, we dive into the topic of Resurrection (or 'the state of men after death, and the resurrection of the dead' as per the Confession). What happens to us when we die? What is the intermediate state? Why is a bodily resurrection so important? How does it shape how we live today? In this first season of the podcast we will hone in...
Oct 26, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Episode #31 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this episode, we explore Synods and Councils. We take a look at forms of church government beyond the local congregation. Where is this seen in the bible? What authority should wider church government have? What purpose does it serve? Join us as we chat about these issues and more in today's episode. In this first season of the podcast we ...
Oct 20, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 31
A special Bonus Episode of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. David Burke joins us again to continue our discussion on Church Censures. In this episode we explore more 'reactive' discipline in the church. David shares some of his experiences in dealing with church discipline issues at both a local and denominational level. We talk about the importance of approaching discipline with God's hea...
Oct 15, 2021•47 min0
Episode #30 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. Today we discuss Church Censures. What does this topic even mean? What is the biblical view of church government? What's the difference between an elder, deacon, minister, pastor, bishop, etc.? How do these offices work practically in the discipline and discipleship of the church? Join us as we flesh these questions out with special guest, Da...
Oct 13, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Episode #29 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. Today we discuss The Lord's Supper in part three of our three part mini-series on the sacraments. What is the Lord's Supper? Where does it come from in the bible? What does it mean and do? How does it relate to the covenant? Should children participate in it? Can we substitute the bread and wine for other elements? Join us as we discuss these...
Oct 05, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Episode #28 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. Today we discuss Baptism in part two of our three part mini-series on the sacraments. What is baptism? It it just a Christian and New Testament thing? What does it mean and do? How does it relate to the covenant? Should we baptise children? Join us as we discuss these issues in this episode. In this first season of the podcast we will hone in...
Sep 29, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Episode #27 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. Today we take a look at the sacraments in part one of a three part mini-series. What exactly is a sacrament? What do they do? What does it meant for them to be a 'sign and seal'? How many sacraments are there? And can anyone administer them? Join us for this introduction to the topic (and in the next couple of weeks for a closer look at each ...
Sep 22, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Episode #26 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. Today we talk about Communion of Saints. What should the church look like in our day-to-day relationships? Are there boundaries to our union with each other and Christ? How do we express our communion when we can't gather in person? What about churches revolving around subcultures? Join us as we investigate these questions in this episode. In...
Sep 15, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Episode #25 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this episode we talk about The Church. We share some of our own church experiences and dive into the biblical theology and language surrounding the church. What is church? What's the purpose and the mission of the church? Is 'online church' church? Join us as we discuss these questions and more in this episode. In this first season of the ...
Sep 08, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Episode #24 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this episode we examine issues in Marriage and Divorce. What does the bible say about marriage? What about polygamy in the Old Testament? What about singleness? Who should Christians marry? Can Christians divorce? And dare we mention 'headship and submission'?! Just us for discussions on these issues and more. In this first season of the p...
Sep 01, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 24
** This month we've got a giveaway thanks to Tulip Publishing. Listen on for more! ** Episode #23 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this episode we're joined by special guest Kamal Weerakoon to talk about the Civil Magistrate. This episode explores the relationship between Church and State - what does the Bible have to say about this relationship? How has this relationship changed ove...
Aug 25, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 23
** It's August giveaway time! This month we're giving away a pack of books thanks to Tulip Publishing. Check out this episode for all the details! ** Episode #22 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this episode chat about the topic of Oaths and Vows. Why is this in the Confession? Is it really that important a topic? What's the difference between oaths, vows and promises? How does this ...
Aug 18, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 22
** It's August giveaway time! This month we're giving away a pack of books thanks to Tulip Publishing. Check out this episode for all the details! ** Episode #21 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this episode chat about the topic of Worship and the Sabbath. What is worship - singing? gathered worship? all of life? Do we need to worship God in particular ways? What is the 'regulative p...
Aug 11, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Bonus Episode #3 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church. In this special episode, Cam and Murray have a chat with Kelly Kapic about being a Theologian. They explore the importance of theology for every Christian, and look at how theology intersects with every day life. Dr Kelly M. Kapic is a lecturer at Covenant College, a liberal arts college in Lookout Mountain, Georgia. He is the author of ...
Aug 04, 2021•44 min0
