A follow-up to my conversation with Samuel Parkison on baptism and the faith of children. We rightly guard against false assurance—but can that caution lead us to delay baptism too long? In this episode, we explore household theology, the “paedobaptist pull,” and the danger of penalizing kids for good catechesis or “boring” testimonies. How can Baptists recover discernment without drifting into legalism or despair? Read Samuel’s Article: https://samuelparkison.substack.com/p/the-baptist-case-for-baptizing-believing Subscribe to Samuel’s Substack: https://samuelparkison.substack.com/ Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
Many Baptists delay baptism for children, but is that really faithful to Scripture and the church’s theology? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Samuel Parkison to discuss his provocative case for baptizing believing children. We explore why hesitation often stems from fear of “false professions,” how delaying baptism can unintentionally weaken our view of membership and the sacraments, and what it looks like to encourage genuine childhood piety without lapsing into legalism. Samuel also shares practical wisdom on how pastors and congregations can discern a child’s faith, navigate questions of “re-baptism,” and recover a healthier, grace-filled culture of catechesis. Read Samuel’s Article: https://samuelparkison.substack.com/p/the-baptist-case-for-baptizing-believing Subscribe to Samuel’s Substack: https://samuelparkison.substack.com/ Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
If you’ve ever wondered how the Bible fits together—or how its story leads us to Jesus—this episode is for you. I sit down with Dr. Jonathan Linebaugh, New Testament scholar and expert on Paul’s theology, to explore how the law, grace, and gospel fit within the grand narrative of Scripture. We talk about how Paul reads the Old Testament, why the gospel is not just good advice but good news, and how grasping the biblical story can reshape the way we live as Christians today. Get Jonathan’s book: The Well that Washes What It Shows Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
From the Archives: Revisiting an old favorite! Think you know the Reformation? Most Protestants reject Catholic teaching—but do we really understand what was at stake? In this episode, Dr. Guillaume Bignon unpacks the real debates between Catholics and Protestants and shows why they still matter for our faith today. Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
In this episode, I sit down with Wyatt Graham, Executive Director of The Davenant Institute and TGC Canada, to explore what it means for Baptists to embrace Protestant retrieval today. We trace how Baptists began as a renewal movement within the wider church, seeking to recover biblical faithfulness, and how that story speaks into our present moment. Wyatt helps us wrestle with the dangers of fundamentalism, the temptation of fragmentation, and the hope of retrieval for shaping a deeper, more catholic, and more reformed Baptist identity. Together, we ask what it would look like for Baptists not merely to react to culture, but to recover the riches of the historic Christian tradition for the renewal of the church. 👉 Learn more about Wyatt’s work at The Davenant Institute 👉 Explore more from Wyatt at TGC Canada Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
In a time when discipleship often feels like a buzzword, how do we actually form Christians who know and love the faith? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Alex Fogleman, author of Making Disciples: Catechesis in History, Theology, and Practice. We dive into how the ancient practice of catechesis can revitalize discipleship today. From the early church’s baptismal formation to practical wisdom for modern churches, Dr. Fogleman shows how catechesis isn’t just for kids—it’s a rich, intentional process for forming mature believers in doctrine, worship, and life. Get Alex’s Book Making Disciples: Catechesis in History, Theology, and Practice: https://a.co/d/ixZ1Vze Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
What if the Baptists weren’t just a pragmatic breakaway movement—but a theologically rich tradition born out of deep conviction? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Matthew Bingham, Associate Professor of Church History at Phoenix Seminary and author of Orthodox Radicals: Baptist Identity in the English Revolution. We talk about the real origins of the Baptist movement, the surprising ways early Baptists saw themselves in relation to the wider Reformed tradition, and what that means for evangelicals today—especially those wrestling with a pull toward higher-church traditions. Dr. Bingham’s Books: Orthodox Radicals: Baptist Identity in the English Revolution: https://a.co/d/7wQCMoI A Heart Aflame for God: A Reformed Approach to Spiritual Formation: https://a.co/d/04TRmRH Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
In this episode, we sit down with theologian Ryan Hurd to explore one of the most profound and often misunderstood attributes of God: His mercy. Drawing from his deep engagement with classical theism, scholastic theology, and biblical exegesis, Ryan walks us through the rich doctrinal framework that helps us understand how God's mercy is not in conflict with His immutability or sovereignty, but rather flows from the very heart of who God is. We talk about how modern theology often misses the mark by reading human emotion back into God. If you’ve ever wrestled with how God can be merciful without changing, this episode is for you. Follow Ryan’s writing on Substack: https://rmhurd.substack.com/ Take a Class from Ryan: https://davenanthall.com/ Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
In this episode, we sit down with Bobby Jamieson, senior pastor of Trinity Baptist Church in Chapel Hill and author of the insightful new book Everything Is Never Enough: Ecclesiastes' Surprising Path to Resilient Happiness. Bobby draws on his scholarly background and pastoral heart to guide us through Ecclesiastes—not as a gloomy tragedy, but as a gateway to deeper, enduring joy grounded in God’s goodness. We dig into themes like ambition, burnout, fleeting pleasures, and finding satisfaction unmasked by the relentless pursuit of “more.” Bobby shows how this ancient wisdom speaks directly into our fast-paced, high-expectation culture, pointing us toward a joy that lasts. 🔗 Learn more about Trinity Baptist Church: https://www.trinitybc.church/ 📘 Grab Bobby’s Book: Everything Is Never Enough on Amazon Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
In this episode, we’re joined by Jeremy Treat, pastor for preaching and vision at Reality LA and author of the new book, On the Incarnation: The Good News of Jesus for the Renewal of the World. Drawing from the brilliance of Athanasius—an early church father who defended the full divinity of Christ—Treat makes ancient theology come alive for modern readers. We explore how Athanasius's Christ-centered theology speaks to the cosmic scope of salvation, the brokenness of our world, and the beauty of Jesus’s incarnation. Jeremy also shares how theology and pastoral ministry intersect in his own life, and why recovering the early church’s voice matters today. Buy the Book: On the Incarnation: The Good News of Jesus for the Renewal of the World Whether you're new to church history or looking to go deeper into the Incarnation, this episode will help you see why the theology of Athanasius still matters—and why Jesus didn’t just save souls, but came to renew everything. Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
Are Baptists just LARP-ing when they talk about tradition and retrieval? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ian Clary—historian, theologian, and co-host of Into Theology—to explore how Baptists fit within both the Protestant and broader catholic tradition. We dive into questions of church history, patristic theology, and the resurgence of retrieval among younger evangelicals. Can Baptists draw from the deep wells of Nicaea, Augustine, and Aquinas without losing their distinctives? Are we heirs or imposters in the great tradition? Find out in this episode. Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel Resources & Affiliations: Into Theology Podcast (TGC Canada) Center for Baptist Renewal
Are courage, wisdom, humility, and justice gendered? Are certain virtues inherently masculine or feminine? Drawing on philosophical reasoning, Aristotelian ethics, and the incarnational model of Christ, we explore three compelling arguments for why virtue should be understood as fully human, not gender-coded. Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
How do we understand the relationship between the Persons of the Trinity—and why does it matter? We sit down with Dr. Blair Smith, President of RTS Charlotte to talk about the centrality of the Trinity to Christian faith and practice, common misconceptions about “eternal generation”, modern misunderstandings about hierarchy and subordination in the Trinity, and how a Trinitarian theology transforms our prayer life. If you care about understanding God rightly—and living in deeper communion with Him—you don’t want to miss this episode. 🔗 Resources and Links: RTS Charlotte: rts.edu/campuses/charlotte Blair Smith Faculty Page: https://rts.edu/people/dr-d-blair-smith/rts.edu/charlotte/faculty Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew Koperski (Hillsdale College, Ad Fontes) to explore one of the most debated and often misunderstood practices in the history of Christianity: baptism. Drawing from his in-depth research, Andrew takes us through the earliest Christian sources—from Second Temple Judaism to Justin Martyr, and from household baptisms to the evolving liturgical traditions of the early church. We discuss: Did the earliest Christians baptize infants or only professing believers? How did the theology of the church fathers evolve and adapt to the shifting environment of the Roman Empire? What role does sociology play in the development of infant baptism? Why modern categories of “credobaptist” and “paedobaptist” may not neatly map onto the early church. Resources from this episode: Justin Martyr: Ostensible Credobaptist? https://adfontesjournal.com/andrew-koperski/justin-martyr-ostensible-credobaptist/ Baptismal Trajectories in Early Christianity (Part I): The Liturgical Dark Age & Second Temple Judaism https://adfontesjournal.com/church-history/baptismal-trajectories-in-early-christianity-part-i-the-liturgical-dark-age-and-second-temple-judaism/ Part II: Households, Tertullian, and Archeology https://adfontesjournal.com/church-history/baptismal-trajectories-in-early-christianity-part-ii-households-tertullian-and-archeology/ Part III: Toward an Explanation https://adfontesjournal.com/church-history/baptismal-trajectories-in-early-christianity-part-iii-toward-an-explanation/ Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
What happens when church leadership stops being a one-man show? In this episode, we sit down with Dave Harvey, President of The Great Commission Collective, to discuss his book The Plurality Principle We dive into why shared leadership isn’t just a good idea, but a biblical necessity, how to navigate power dynamics among elders, and what happens when churches get plurality wrong. Dave shares insights on leading well, avoiding burnout, and creating a team that thrives—not one that just survives. We also discuss the role of a “first among equals” and why accountability is essential for long-term health in church leadership. Resources from this episode: Dave Harvey’s Website → https://revdaveharvey.com/ Am I Called? (Helping Leaders Discern Their Calling) → https://amicalled.com/ Great Commission Collective → https://www.gccollective.org/ Tim Keller on Leadership & Church Dynamics → https://gospelinlife.com/manual-paper/leadership-and-church-size-dynamics/ Support the Podcast Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
In this episode, we explore the significance of Ash Wednesday and the season of Lent—40 days of repentance, mourning, and fasting in preparation for Easter. Drawing parallels to an athlete’s disciplined training, we discuss how fasting trains us to rely on God’s Word rather than our appetites. Jesus Himself calls us to fast, and through this practice, we create space for prayer, reflection, and repentance. We dive into the deeper purpose of fasting, how it sharpens our prayers, and how it helps us live in greater dependence on God. Show Notes Listen to Jay’s Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thatll-preach/id1585680895?i=1000697624037 Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
Lent is more than giving up social media—it’s a season of discipline, abstinence, and reliance on God. In this episode, we explore the history of Lent, common misconceptions, and the purpose of fasting. True fasting disciplines both body and soul, teaching us to depend on God rather than our most basic needs. If we can’t give up a meal for Christ, how can we give up our lives? Join us as we reflect on Jesus’ 40 days in the wilderness and what it means to live by every word from the mouth of God. Show Notes Visit: St. Mark’s Anglican Church Jay’s Substack: https://jaybthomas14.substack.com/ Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
Struggling to stay consistent in your Bible reading? Feeling stuck in your spiritual growth? In this episode, we explore how to cultivate a deep, sustainable joy in God’s Word—no guilt trips, just practical tools to help you engage Scripture in a way that sticks. From biblical meditation to church resources, we’ll show you how method fuels motivation. Show Notes Recommended Resource: Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Don Whitney – Get it here Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
What if every pastor had access to deep, biblical theological training—no matter where they lived? In this episode, we sit down with John Miller, Vice President and Academic Dean at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary, whose mission is nothing short of transformational. With a burning passion to equip indigenous pastors, John is spearheading efforts to plant seminaries around the world, ensuring that church leaders in Africa, Asia, and beyond have the theological foundation they need to shepherd their congregations faithfully. John shares his personal journey—how God led him from the classroom to the frontlines of global theological training. He paints a picture of the urgent need for solid biblical education in regions where pastors often lead churches with little to no formal training. We’ll hear powerful stories from his work overseas, the challenges of building sustainable seminaries, and why equipping local leaders is the key to lasting gospel impact. Show Notes International Seminary Affiliates – Explore the global seminaries where John Miller teaches and trains pastors. Learn More Theological Training in Kenya – Discover TPC (The Pastor’s College), where John teaches and advises. Visit TPC Global Seminaries: Facultad Teológica Bautista – Training pastors in Colombia. Website Seminario Bautista Confesional Ecuador – Equipping church leaders in Ecuador. Facebook Seminário Batista Confessional Brasil – Strengthening Reformed theology in Brazil. Website Seminario Bautista Confesional México – Training indigenous pastors in Mexico. Website Seminario Bautista Confesional Chile – Biblical training for pastors in Chile. Website Lusaka Ministerial College – Theological education for pastors in Zambia. Website Lux In Tenebris Reformed – Gospel-centered training in Nigeria. Website Spanish Resources – Legado Bautista Confesional is translating and publishing key theological works into Spanish. Explore More For more details on how you can support or get involved, visit Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel
In the final episode of our series on Brother Lawrence’s Practicing the Presence of God, we explore how to bring his insights into our daily lives. Can we truly experience God as he did, or are his claims too lofty or unrealistic? We also discuss how serving others and fostering friendships can indirectly deepen our awareness of God’s presence, offering practical ways to grow spiritually. Show Notes Support us on Patreon Website: thatllpreach.io IG: thatllpreachpodcast YouTube Channel