EPISODE · Oct 29, 2025 · 1H 7M
Is Church Still Relevant? A Biblical Case for God's Family with Dr. Carmen Imes
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In this episode of The Remnant Radio, hosts Joshua Lewis and Michael Rowntree welcome back Dr. Carmen Joy Imes, associate professor at Biola University’s Talbot School of Theology, to unpack her latest book, Becoming God’s Family: Why the Church Still Matters. Born from reflections during COVID-19, this discussion dives into the biblical roots of the church, starting with Abraham and tracing the concept of the “ekklesia”—the gathered assembly of God’s people—through both the Old and New Testaments. Whether you’re wrestling with past church hurts, seeking deeper biblical prophecy insights, or simply wanting to strengthen your understanding of Christian community, this episode reaffirms the church as a family waiting together for Christ’s return — messy, but ultimately transformative. 0:00 – Introduction 5:27 – Ekklesia: Gathered Community 7:50 – Church Vocation: Waiting Together for God 12:26 – Biblical Narrative: Worship, Wait, Work, Word 15:03 – Church Continuity from Abraham 18:20 – Deuteronomy: Community Care and Tithe 21:30 – Practical Applications to Modern Church 27:48 – New Testament Use of Old Testament Laws 32:14 – Prophets Rebuking Disorder and False Prophecy 38:49 – Addressing Abuses: Accountability and Leaving 47:15 – Navigating Political Divisions and Unity 55:38 – God's Use of Broken People in Church 59:03 – Closing: Power of Gathering as Family 📖BOOK https://a.co/d/hbtEtNa 📽️RR PLAYLIST WITH DR. IMES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMsjeViSScFFkoOXqXt8NjjQ2U-EdYv6K Subscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the show ABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit. 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip • Become a Patron • Make a Tax-Deductible Donation 🌐📧 Check Out Our Church Pages Josh's Church Miller's Church Rowntree's Church
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In this episode of The Remnant Radio, hosts Joshua Lewis and Michael Rowntree welcome back Dr. Carmen Joy Imes, associate professor at Biola University’s Talbot School of Theology, to unpack her latest book, Becoming God’s Family: Why the Church Still Matters. Born from reflections during COVID-19, this discussion dives into the biblical roots of the church, starting with Abraham and tracing the concept of the “ekklesia”—the gathered assembly of God’s people—through both the Old and New Testa...
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