Theology ki Baath

Theology ki Baath is centered around topics of interest to the church in India. www.ets-india.org, baath@acaindia.org

Practical Challenges of Church Discipline

Three of our professors who are also pastoring churches, respond to students' questions during a panel discussion on the importance of and practical insights about church discipline.

05-31
47:43

Thinking about Life after Seminary

Drs. Stephen and Saji Thomas talk to the students of Evangelical Theological Seminary about the multifaceted challenges and steps to overcome in transitioning from seminary days to life and ministry after their training. 

04-23
01:05:04

Spiritual Life in the Seminary

In this podcast Drs. Stephen George and Saji Thomas engages in a live and candid conversation about the meaning and means of spiritual formation in the seminary. Is the demand of academic rigor a hindrance to spiritual growth or a means to it? What role does the local church play in their spiritual growth and ministry while at seminary?

01-27
01:04:04

Abortion in India: Church's Call to Act

Dr. Saji discusses abortion in India with a pro-life advocate, exploring the silence of the society and church on the issue and examine the theological implications and the adverse impacts abortion has on mothers, families, the church, and the national economy. They emphasize why the church must address this crisis and how it can support its members and community in protecting unborn lives.

07-30
45:22

Aging Well, and Caring for our Elderly - Part 2

Drs. Stephen George and Saji Thomas engage in conversation with a Christian geriatric, Dr. Dominic Benjamin about the importance of preparing for and navigating through the phase of old age. Dr. Dominic challenges us with a Christian world view about the value of old age and how to treasure our elderly with perseverance and grace.

07-01
24:19

Aging Well, and Caring for our Elderly - Part 1

Drs. Stephen George and Saji Thomas engage in conversation with a Christian geriatric, Dr. Dominic Benjamin about the importance of preparing for and navigating through the phase of old age. Dr. Dominic challenges us with a Christian world view about the value of old age and how to treasure our elderly with perseverance and grace.

07-01
25:50

Singlehood Continued... & Christ-Iconic Preaching

Also, we discuss with Dr. Abe about his real passion––Preaching. As a professor of preaching at The Southern Baptist Seminary (Louisville, KY), and an accomplished author on the subject including several theological commentaries for preachers, he shares briefly about the importance of preaching the "thrust of the units of biblical texts" with a single actionable application.

05-28
21:18

Ecclesiological Singlehood

Drs. Stephen George and Saji Thomas discuss the divine gift of Christian singlehood with Dr. Abraham Kuruvilla who is both single and passionate about God's calling to be single, for life. He challenges Christians to reflect on this neglected gift of God as fulfilling as married life.

05-28
19:30

Politics and the Kingdom of God

Drs. Stephen George and Saji Thomas discuss the question of how as Christians we should be thinking about the upcoming elections and political engagement. Our Christian worldview that anticipates the coming rule of Christ on earth does not make us passivists. Until his kingdom comes,  how are we to live as Gospel people amidst political changes to realise God's Kingdom in the sphere of our influence?

04-22
45:08

Finding Rest in a Burnout Society (Part-2)

Drs. Saji Thomas and Stephen George discuss with Dr. Kevin Stores a book they read: The Burnout Society by Byung - Chul Han. Christians now live in a competitive culture of internal and external pressures aided with high-tech facilities for "success" which is taking a toll on the individual, family and the church community. The topic calls for a biblical theology of rest and reflection from our perpetual tiredness.

02-01
29:59

Finding Rest in a Burnout Society (Part-1)

Drs. Saji Thomas and Stephen George discuss with Dr. Kevin Stores a book they read: The Burnout Society by Byung - Chul Han. Christians now live in a competitive culture of internal and external pressures aided with high-tech facilities for "success" which is taking a toll on the individual, family and the church community. The topic calls for a biblical theology of rest and reflection from our perpetual tiredness.

02-01
26:58

Christian perspective on the future of work

Drs. Saji Thomas and Stephen George discuss the future of work, looking at retirement, role of AI in work, creativity and managing the struggles of corporate life

12-14
30:52

Christian perspective on vocation

Drs. Saji Thomas and Stephen George discuss how a Christian understands the meaning and significance of their vocation.

12-14
31:09

Parenting in a globalized India

Here Drs. Saji Thomas and Stephen George discuss their own personal histories as parents and their own parents and share how biblical wisdom on parenting still applies today

08-02
01:06:46

Understanding Transgenderism

Here Drs. Saji Thomas, Stephen George and Joy John discuss the complexities of transgenderism and how Indian Christians can engage with them and understand related issues.

12-01
01:01:02

Christian perspective on Wealth

Dr Joy George, chancellor of the Asian Christian Academy, joins Drs. Saji Thomas and Stephen George to talk about how Christians should view money and wealth.

10-05
53:14

Expository Preaching and Listening

In this episode of Theology ki Baath, Drs. Stephen George and Saji Thomas discuss the benefits of expository preaching and how listeners can position themselves to hear God speak.

08-15
01:01:49

The Lord's Table: Theology and Practice

Drs. Saji Thomas and Stephen George discuss the theology of the Lord's Table, its significance in Christian life and issues related to practice and Church life

07-21
01:04:21

Contributions of Christians in Nation Building

Description: In this podcast, Dr. Saji Thomas and Prof. Joy John discuss with our special guest, author and historian Dr. Babu K. Verghese,on the topic of Christians' contributions in nation building. Dr. Babu has done much research and published several books on this topic.

06-27
45:05

What should Indian Christians do when invited to Festivals?

Here Drs. Stephen George and Saji Thomas discuss with Dr. Augustine Arumugum about how Christians can navigate participation in festivals and maintain relationships with their family, friends and neighbours.

05-13
55:06

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