Textual Community

A weekly reflection on the Sunday readings drawn from the Revised Common Lectionary. Discussion here focuses on biblical-theological themes, intertextual connections, and theological meaning that is prompted by a given set of readings.

Textual Community is a religion podcast hosted by Ched Spellman, with 80 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Ched Spellman hosts Textual Community, a religion show with 80 episodes published.

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  Episode #80

  Path to Being a Missionary w/ Ryan Robertson and Matt Bennett

  Jul 30, 20261h 5m

  In this episode, Ryan Robertson and Matt Bennett share insights on the biblical foundation of missions, the importance of local church involvement, and practical steps for aspiring missionaries. They emphasize the need for careful assessment, theological fidelity, and long-term perseverance in mission work. In our conversation, we discuss their new book, The Path to Being a Missionary: A Guide for the Aspiring (Crossway). Bennett is Associate Professor of Missions and Theology at Cedarville University. Robertson is president of Reaching & Teaching. The mission of Reaching & Teaching is "to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders." This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman ( https://linktr.ee/chedspellman ). Thanks for listening! My Most Recent Book: One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells its Story and Why it Matters Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

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  Episode #79

  Gary Schnittjer on Scripture's Use of Scripture

  Jul 23, 202658 min

  In this episode, I talk with Dr. Gary Edward Schnittjer about his extensive work on Scripture's use of Scripture. In our conversation, we discuss his new book Connected: How Scripture Guides the Study of Scripture (B&H Academic). Other works mentioned in our discussion include Torah Story and Old Testament Use of the Old Testament . Schnittjer is Distinguished Professor of Old Testament for Cairn Theological Seminary at Cairn University. He also regularly publishes on his "Carpenter's Student" Substack . You can also find this substack through https://CarpentersStudent.com . This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman ( https://linktr.ee/chedspellman ). Thanks for listening! My Most Recent Book: One Grand Story: How the Bible Tells its Story and Why it Matters Substack Series on the Canonical Approach: https://bit.ly/3rht399 Digital Tip Jar ("Buy Me a Coffee"): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chedspellman Clarifying Note: The views of special guests are their own & do not necessarily reflect my own or the organizations with which I am formally and informally affiliated.

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  Episode #78

  A Meal to Remember: From Passover to the Lord's Supper

  Apr 6, 202647 minS0

  <p>Summary: <br> In this episode, I’m sharing a sermon that I recently preached in chapel at Cedarville University. I explore the meaning of Christ’s death in light of the Passover meal, the institution of the Lord’s supper, and the hope of resurrection. </p> <p>Biblical Texts: Exod 13; Luke 22; Luke 24; 1 Cor 11; Rev 19</p> <p>Watch Here: <br> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuGg04QoNmA<br> </p> <p> </p> <p>This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/chedspellman).</p> <p>Thanks for listening!<br> <br> </p> <p>My Most Recent Book:<br> One Grand Story: Ho...

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  Episode #77

  Malcolm Yarnell on Honoring Christ Through Systematic Theology

  Mar 6, 202653 minS0

  In this episode, I talk with Dr. Malcolm Yarnell about his recent work in Systematic Theology with a focus on Christology. In our conversation, we talk about the task of theology, the life of the churches, and the urgent need for a robust Christology. Some of his books most relevant to this discussion are the first two volumes of his Theology for Every Person series: God (B&H Publishing) and Word (B&H Publishing).    Yarnell is Research Professor of Theology at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, TX.    <p>This podcast is hosted by Ched Spellman (https://linktr.ee/ched...

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  Episode #76

  Biblical Allusions and Biblical Theology w/ Ben Gladd

  Feb 21, 20261 hourS0

  In this episode, I talk with Dr. Ben Gladd about some of his recent work on the NT use of the OT. In our conversation, we talk about his new role with the Carson Center (TGC), the use of the OT in the NT, and the process of discovering and interpreting literary allusions. Some of his books most relevant to this discussion are the CSB Connecting Scripture New Testament (Lifeway/Holman) and Dictionary of the NT use of the OT (Baker).    Gladd is the executive director of The Carson Center for Theological Renewal and former professor of NT at Reformed The...

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