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The Table Podcast is a weekly show discussing issues of God and culture to show the relevance of theology to everyday life. 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, Dr. Kymberli Cook, Kasey Olander, and Milyce Pipkin.
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- Yesterday50 min
Winsomeness and Empathy for Our Age
In an increasingly polarized and outrage-driven culture, how can Christians practice genuine empathy, active listening, and perspective-taking without compromising biblical truth and moral conviction? Darrell Bock sits down with Tim Muehlhoff and Sean McDowell to address the current debate surrounding empathy, polarization, and the vital role of communication theory in Christian engagement. Join them as they explore how overcoming agenda anxiety, empathy, and leading with Christlike grace and hope can build meaningful and relational bridges in a divided world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago54 min
Succeeding at Succession: When Churches and Ministries Change Leaders
How can churches, ministries, and nonprofits successfully navigate leadership transitions without falling victim to ego, mission drift, or organizational failure? In this episode of The Table Podcast, Bill Hendricks is joined by Steve Woodworth (founder of Masterworks) and Peter Greer (CEO of HOPE International) to discuss why nearly half of successions stumble and how intentional planning can protect an organization’s mission. Join them as they examine the importance of building an internal leadership pipeline and the essential posture of humility required to pass the baton well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago47 min
Christian Unity in a Polarized World
Why do local churches fracture over secondary and cultural gray areas rather than rallying around core gospel truth? In this episode of The Table Podcast, Darrell Bock is joined by Craig Schill where they discuss the gray areas in the church today and the critical distinction between cardinal, clear, and gray theological issues. Join them as they explore how embracing adiaphora, extending gracious freedom, and cultivating unity across diverse perspectives demonstrates the authentic power of the gospel in a polarized world. 00:00 Unity in the Church and Cultural Polarization 02:21 From Human Resources to Pastoral Ministry and DTS 03:22 The Challenge of Triage 05:13 The Genesis of Gray Church: Surveying Causes of Church Discord 07:07 Defining Gray Issues: Beyond Cardinal and Clear Teachings 09:30 New Testament Precedent: Dietary Laws, Romans 14–15, and Jew-Gentile Unity 13:02 How Unity Proves the Gospel Works 15:39 Pastoral Pressures and the Splits Over Secondary Issues 17:40 Recovering the Reformation Concept of Adiaphora 20:31 Distinguishing Cardinal Doctrines, Clear Commands, and Gray Areas 22:50 The Danger of Elevating Gray Areas 24:56 Historical Creeds, Statements of Faith, and the Big Four Church Conflicts 26:37 Practical Advice for Congregations and Pastors: Offering Grace and Options 29:09 The Core Center of Fellowship and the Gray Issues 31:11 Unity Under the Cross as the Test of Christianity 33:49 Elevating Adiaphora: Caring More About Fewer Things 36:58 Truth with Distinction: Navigating Differences Within Scripture 39:04 Diversity in Heaven, Creation Mandate, and Gender Collaboration 42:16 Moving Beyond Tribal Competition to Family in Christ 43:27 How To Cultivate a Culture of Unity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago53 min
Profound Power of Poetry
Why does Scripture rely so heavily on poetry, metaphor, and song? Join host Kasey Olander as she sits down with singer-songwriter Jimmy Needham and ministry founder Christine Crawford to explore how poetry fosters embodied faith, deepens worship, and helps us process grief and trauma. Discover practical ways Christians can slow down, notice beauty, and engage the artistic heart of God in everyday life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 4 weeks ago54 min
Discerning God's Will for Your Life
Are you waiting for a sign from God before making your next big move? Join Bill Hendricks and Jen Wilkin on this episode of The Table Podcast as they explore the important topic of how to decern God’s will for your life and explain why developing biblical wisdom is better than waiting for a magical sign. Discover how trusting God's slow process of sanctification can finally relieve the pressure of perfect decision-making. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Aug 18, 20262 min
The Table Podcast - Season 15 Trailer
Premiering August 25, Season 15 of The Table Podcast is tackling the biggest issues at the intersection of God and culture. Whether we are discussing the future of artificial general intelligence or uncovering the beauty of the Psalms, our goal remains the same: showing the relevance of theology to everyday life. Subscribe now and join the conversation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 27, 20261 min
Seasons Announcement!
Darrell Bock shares an exciting update on the future of The Table Podcast! To help us better serve you, our listeners, and continue bringing you high-quality conversations, we are officially transitioning to a seasonal format. Thank you for being part of this journey with us, and we look forward to bringing you brand new episodes this August! Helpful Links: Explore curated theme series and resources: https://hendrickscenter.dts.edu/podcast-series/ Follow DTS on social media for updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dallasseminary?igsh=MTdtbDQyazZhM20xaQ== X: https://x.com/DallasSeminary Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GrDpbH61v/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 26, 202645 min
The Church, Evangelicals, and Israel
Is Evangelical support for Israel declining among the next generation? Darrell Bock joins polling experts and Mitch Glaser to reveal surprising new survey data on how modern Christians truly view Israel, and the end times. Discover why biblical theology, rather than politics, continues to drive the Church’s worldview in this episode of The Table Podcast. Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:08 The 2025 Survey on Christian Attitudes Toward Israel 05:34 Surprising Data 07:59 The Theological Foundation: The Abrahamic Covenant 13:11 The Generational Divide 17:17 The Impact of Social Media & Echo Chambers 28:10 Do Evangelicals Only Care About the End Times? 32:14 Evangelical Support for the Palestinians 38:23 Combating Misinformation 41:25 Final Encouragement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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