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The Table Podcast

Dallas Theological Seminaryhendrickscenter.dts.edu
The Table is a weekly podcast on topics related to God, Christianity, and cultural engagement brought to you by The Hendricks Center at Dallas Theological Seminary. The show features a variety of expert guests and is hosted by Dr. Darrell Bock, Bill Hendricks, Kymberli Cook, Kasey Olander, and Milyce Pipkin.

Episodes

Reading Literature Well

In this episode, Darrell Bock, Kasey Olander, and Karen Swallow Prior discuss how reading literature shapes character—highlighting how reading fosters empathy—and share practical tips for choosing and engaging with meaningful books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 11, 202554 minEp. 640

How Mentors Empower Women - Classic

In this episode, Bill Hendricks and Diane Paddison discuss women in the business world, focusing on how godly mentoring can improve their lives and careers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 04, 202548 minEp. 639

Misconceptions about the Bible's Red Letters

In this episode, Kymberli Cook, Mikel Del Rosario, and Michael Burer discuss the history of red letters in the Bible and their impact on how we interpret Scripture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 25, 202537 minEp. 642

Engaging Culture Through Film

In this episode, Darrell Bock and Kasey Olander discuss with Claude Alexander and Ryann Heim the intersection of faith and culture through films, emphasizing how movies can foster empathy, open dialogue, and offer valuable insights for Christian communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 11, 202555 minEp. 644

A Glimpse of the African-American Church: Classic

In this classic episode, Drs. Darrell L. Bock and Eric C. Redmond discuss key distinctives of African-American churches, including worship, preaching style, and the importance of tradition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 04, 202551 minEp. 639

The Church in Nigeria

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Jan 28, 202553 minEp. 638

Winning Hearts with the Truth

In this episode, Jeremiah Chandler and Preston Perry discuss Preston's book, How to Tell the Truth: The Story of How God Saved Me to Win Hearts—Not Just Arguments, focusing on how your heart posture and conduct in evangelism are just as important as what you share, and while we are all called to be evangelists, our methods may look different based on how God has uniquely created us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 21, 202547 minEp. 637

Beholding Beauty

In this episode, Kasey Olander and Brian Chan discuss the objective nature of beauty, its reflection of God’s character, and its role in spiritual formation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 14, 202554 minEp. 636

Depravity and the Mind

In this episode, Kymberli Cook, Rankin Wilbourne, Thomas Dunham, and Lanier Burns discuss how sin impacts the mind and brain, expanding the understanding of sin beyond moral failures to its effects on neural pathways and physical processes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 07, 202553 minEp. 635

Law and Justice

In this episode, Darrell Bock and Matthew Martens discuss the intersection of Christian theology and the criminal justice system, emphasizing the need for a biblically informed approach to justice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 17, 202455 min

Using AI in Ministry

In this episode, Kasey Olander, Bill Hendricks, John Dyer, and Drew Dickens explore the rapidly growing phenomenon of Artificial Intelligence and its implications for humanity and the Christian faith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 10, 202452 minEp. 633

Theology, Culture, and the Global Church

In this episode, Jeremiah Chandler, Heather Preston, and Stephen Pardue discuss how culture and diverse cultural perspectives enrich our theology and deepen our understanding of God and His Word. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 03, 202455 minEp. 632

Christians Need Relational Skills Too

In this episode, Kymberli Cook and Ken Sande discuss Sande’s work at Relational Wisdom 360 and how the tools and principles they teach can help us be more like Christ and have flourishing relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 26, 202437 minEp. 631

Persecution Facing the Global Church

In this episode, Bill Hendricks and Ryan Brown, CEO of Open Doors US, discuss the persecution faced by 365 million Christians worldwide, highlighting the physical violence and societal discrimination they endure as well as their inspiring prayers for strength to remain faithful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 19, 202454 minEp. 630

Why Bible Exposition Matters

In this episode, Darrell Bock and Elliott Johnson discuss the role of the Bible Exposition department at DTS, exposition’s distinction from exegesis, and how biblical exposition helps congregations better understand Scripture in local churches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 12, 202448 minEp. 629

Board Games and the Church?

In this episode, Kasey Olander, John Adair, and Travis Cook discuss how board games, when approached thoughtfully, provide a meaningful way for Christians to connect with each other and the world around them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 05, 202449 minEp. 628

Ministry Investigations

In this episode, Kymberli Cook and Theresa Lynn Sidebotham discuss best practices for conducting investigations within churches and ministries, common mistakes to avoid, and how to ensure integrity and fairness throughout the process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 31, 202446 minEp. 627

A Look at the IVF Controversy

In this episode, Darrell Bock and Scott Rae discuss the Southern Baptist Convention's stance on in vitro fertilization (IVF) and the moral and theological conversations around the use of IVF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 22, 202455 minEp. 626

Current Trends in Christian Philanthropy

In this episode, Bill Hendricks, David Wills, and Josh Kwan discuss the evolving landscape of Christian philanthropy, focusing on how to steward wealth in a godly way through redemptive entrepreneurship, impact investing, and passing on a legacy of generosity to future generations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 15, 202454 minEp. 625

Understanding Dispensationalism

In this 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 08, 20241 hrEp. 624

Black Dignity and the Dead Sea Scrolls

In this episode, Jeremiah Chandler, Jamal Dominique Hopkins, and Kevin Hawkins discuss Jamal's research on the Dead Sea Scrolls and how it reshapes the narrative around blackness, affirming dignity in a context where that has not always been granted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 01, 20241 hr 1 minEp. 623

Urban Ministry and Cross-Cultural Ministry - Classic

In this classic episode, Dr. Darrell Bock and Christopher Brooks discuss the challenges and opportunities of urban ministries in diverse and ethnic neighborhoods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 24, 202448 minEp. 622

Servant Leadership in Hierarchical Organizations

In this episode, Bill Hendricks and Ken Cochrum discuss Ken's extensive experience in Christian ministry and leadership in large organizations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 17, 202453 minEp. 621

Nature, God, and Faith

In this episode, Bill Hendricks and Amos Smith discuss Smith’s work with A Christian Ministry in the National Parks, focusing on how the ministry helps people connect with nature and deepen their understanding of God and themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 03, 202458 minSeason 1Ep. 619

The Role of Apologetics in the Church

In this episode, Jeremiah Chandler, Eric Mason, and Frank Turek delve into the vital role of apologetics in the church, covering its significance in evangelism, discipleship, and guarding against false teachings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 27, 202455 minSeason 1Ep. 618

Probing the Pressures of the Press

In this episode, Milyce Pipkin sits down with Timothy C. Morgan, Radha Vyas, and Warren L. Maye to discuss the challenges they encounter in their careers and how they manage to handle them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 20, 202449 minSeason 1Ep. 617

Christianity in South Africa

In this episode, Darrell Bock and Greg Seghers discuss Greg’s missionary work with ZEMA in South Africa amongst the AmaZioni people and how God is in working that part of the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 13, 202448 minEp. 616

Feminism and Womanism: What's the Difference?

In this episode, Darrell Bock, Christina Crenshaw, Cheyenne Coote and Sandra Glahn discuss the difference between womanist and feminist theology and how Christians should respond to ideologies different than their own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 06, 202451 minEp. 615