Knowing Faith

Kyle Worley, JT English, Jen Wilkin
Knowing Faith
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  • Knowing Faith

    Is The Bible For Everyone? Really? But, Really? with Mary Wiley

    2026-04-23 | 37 mins.
    Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Mary Wiley to answer the question, Is the Bible for everyone?

    Questions Covered in This Episode:

    Is the Bible really for everyone?

    What about folks who can’t read?

    What about people who don’t have the Bible in their language?

    How is literacy struggling?

    What is the distinction between magisterial and ministerial authority in Reformed theology considering God’s word related to other forms of communication?

    What is the purpose of stained glass or other visual tools?

    Why do we need God’s word?

    What would you say to women who have fallen in love with bible study, but are a bit skeptical of studying doctrine/theology?

    Guest Bio:

    Mary Wiley is associate publisher at B&H, a bible teacher, and the author of a number of books, including but not limited to: Everyday Theology and Discovering the Bible. She holds an MA in theological studies from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Mary and her husband, John, have three children and live in the Nashville area. She hosts the Questions Kids Ask podcast, and you can connect with her on Instagram or at marycwiley.com.

    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

    2 Timothy 3:16, James 3:1

    “Leadership: Six Studies in World Strategy” by Henry Kissinger

     

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  • Knowing Faith

    Should Women Wear Head Coverings in Church?

    2026-04-16 | 25 mins.
    Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss whether women should wear head coverings in church today.

    Questions Covered in This Episode:

    Should women wear headcoverings in the church?

    Where does the Bible talk about this?

    What is some context for Corinth?

    What are modern day examples of how this would play out?

    What are healthy contemporary applications?

     1 Corinthians 11

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  • Knowing Faith

    How Do I Resist False Gospels? with Elizabeth Woodson

    2026-04-09 | 29 mins.
    Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Elizabeth Woodson to have a conversation about her new book “Habits of Resistance” and how we can resist false gospels.

    Questions Covered in This Episode:

    Why did you write this book?

    How did you decide what you were going to focus on as you wrote this book?

    What is a false gospel? Can you give some examples?

    Is this for individuals or for groups?

    Where are false stories frequently told to people?

    How do I resist false gospels?

    What part of what you wrote felt the most personal?

    Is there a habit people are resistant to?

    Why are we talking about habits so much?

    What is the key habit of Christian resistance to false stories?

    Helpful Definitions:

    “Narrative is our culture's currency; he who tells the best story wins.” Bobette Buster 

    False Gospel: An experience of a problem with a solution that does not contain Christ.

    Guest Bio:

    Elizabeth Woodson is a bible teacher, speaker, the founder of the Woodson Institute and the host of the podcasts: Starting Place with Elizabeth Woodson and Shalomies. Elizabeth is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary with a Masters in Christian Education and the author of several books including: Embrace Your Life,  From Beginning To Forever, Live Free, and the recently released Habits of Resistance: 7 Ways You’re Being Formed by Culture and Gospel Practices to Help You Push Back. 

    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

    Genesis 3

    “Habits of Resistance” by Elizabeth Woodson

    “Remember and Rehearse” by JT English

    “Atomic Habits” by James Clear

    “You Are What You Love” by James K.A. Smith

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  • Knowing Faith

    Does God Endorse Violence?

    2026-04-02 | 31 mins.
    Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss whether violence is immoral or amoral, whether God acts or endorses violence, and how we are supposed to act in light of these things.

    Questions Covered in This Episode:

    Does God endorse violence?

    In Joshua and judges it seems like God is endorsing violence; is that accurate?

    Where does the Bible talk about violence?

    Is violence immoral or amoral?

    Should the modern-day church then perceive itself to be a weapon of violence?

    Should we think in violent terms as it relates to those who oppose the Lord?

    How do you deal with wrong motivations?

    Helpful Definitions:

    Violence: Physical action against another person that seeks to either restrain or rebuff, and may or may not cause bodily harm.

    Hamas (חָמָס): Hebrew for violence

    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

    Psalm 11:5, Genesis 6, James 4:6, Psalm 58, Psalm 3, Isaiah 53, Romans 13, Revelation

    “The Peaceable Kingdom: A Primer in Christian Ethics” by Stanley Hauerwas

    “Why I'm Not a Pacifist” by C.S. Lewis

    Deep Discipleship Curriculum

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  • Knowing Faith

    Is Church Discipline Biblical?

    2026-03-26 | 38 mins.
    Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss how to think theologically and literately about church discipline.

    Questions Covered in This Episode:

    Is church discipline biblical?

    What does the bible say about discipline generally?

    What is the confusion around discipline?

    What does the bible say about church discipline?

    Is this how you think about church discipline?

    What happens before discipline?

    What’s the goal of church discipline?

    Does the tradition you are a part of play a part in church discipline?

    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

    Hebrews 12:5, 1 Corinthians 5, Proverbs 13

    Training the Church Ministry Cohort

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About Knowing Faith

The Christian faith is not mindless or irrational. Knowing Faith is a podcast exploring how our faith is founded upon Scripture. We believe the Bible is for everyone and are committed to helping the Church understand where their faith is rooted. Hosted by Jen Wilkin, JT English and Kyle Worley, this podcast dives into Christian story, belief, and practice in a way that is accessible to everyone.
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