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Jesus Christ reigns over all things, and this podcast exists to help people see the reality and ramifications of this truth. We post at least four times a month: Twice, we will read aloud a longform essay from our monthly theme. And twice, we will discuss each essay with its author and another Christian leader. Listen in to live in light of Christ’s Lordship.

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  1. 5.55 Albert Mohler, David Schrock & Stephen Wellum • Interview • "The Pastor & the Social Order"

    Listen in as David Schrock and Dr. Stephen Wellum interview President of SBTS, Albert Mohler on the issue of politics in pastoral ministry. Resources to Click · Theme of the Month: Pastors (Should We) Be Political · Give to Support the Work

  2. 5.54 Michael Clary, Trent Hunter, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • "Bringing Religion into Politics: Five Things Pastors Owe to the Public Square"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as Trent Hunter & Stephen Wellum interview Michael Clary on his latest COA Longform Essay, "Bringing Religion into Politics: Five Things Pastors Owe to the Public Square" Resources to Click “Bringing Religion into Politics: Five Things Pastors Owe to the Public Square”…

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  3. 5.53 Michael Clary • Reading • "Bringing Religion into Politics: Five Things Pastors Owe to the Public Square"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Oftentimes pastors are praised for keeping politics out of their sermons. What if we told you that’s actually a failure to shepherd God’s flock? Resources to Click “Bringing Religion into Politics: Five Things Pastors Owe to the Public Square” – Michael Clary The Baptist Faith…

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  4. 5.52 Levi Secord, James Baird, & David Schrock • Interview • Is Big Government Christian?: A Review of James Baird's King of Kings/Too Small to Succeed: A Review and Response to Servant Not Savior

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Join David Schrock, Levi Secord, & James Baird for this lively discussion and debate on their two respective books dealing with matters of church and state Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 03:00 – Meet the Pastors: James Baird and Levi Secord 07:11 – How Ecclesiology and Eschatology...

  5. 5.51 Levi Secord & James Baird • Reading • "Is Big Government Christian?: A Review of James Baird's King of Kings/Too Small to Succeed: A Review and Response to Levi Secord's Servant Not Savior

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Plato or Paul? See how Levi Secord defends his book “Servant Not Savior” in response to James Baird’s arguments. • Despite their many points of agreement, James Baird takes a stand for his book “King of Kings” against Levi Secord’s arguments. Resources to Click “Too Small to...

  6. 5.50 David Schrock, Stephen Wellum, & Trent Hunter • Interview • “Set Apart For Worship: Ten Words about the Fourth Commandment”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as Stephen Wellum and Trent Hunter interview David Schrock on his COA Longform Essay "Set Apart for Worship: Ten Words about the Fourth Commandment" and speak on what it means to hold a Progressive Covenantal view of the Sabbath. Timestamps · 00:00 – Intro · 04:30 –...

  7. 5.49 David Schrock • Reading • “Set Apart For Worship: Ten Words about the Fourth Commandment”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE The 4th Commandment instructs believers to “keep the Sabbath holy.” But now that Christians are under the New Covenant, what does that command mean for Christians? Is the 4th Commandment fully fulfilled in Christ? Or does it have continuing moral authority over our lives? David...

  8. 5.48 Stephen J. Wellum, David Schrock, & Trent Hunter • Interview • "Reflections on the Law of God in Scripture and Theology"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock and Trent Hunter interview Stephen Wellum on his COA Longform Essay "Reflections on the Law of God in Scripture and Theology" Sponsor Kairos Christian Alliance’s Muscular Christianity Conference Join The Federalist CEO, Sean Davis, pastor J Chase…

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  9. 5.47 Stephen J. Wellum • Reading • "Reflections on the Law of God in Scripture & Theology"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE What is the law of God? There are many answers to this question, but what does the Bible say, and how does God's law function within Scripture's covenantal structure? Sponsor Kairos Christian Alliance’s Muscular Christianity Conference Join The Federalist CEO, Sean Davis, pastor…

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  10. 5.46 Albert Mohler, David Schrock, Stephen Wellum • Interview • Albert Mohler on Christian Nationalism

    ABOUT THE EPISODE: Albert Mohler joined the Christ Over All podcast to discuss Christian nationalism. Listen to his interview here. Resources to Click Theme of the Month: COA Mixtape 2022-2026 Give to Support the Work

  11. 5.45 Clinton Manley, David Schrock, Trent Hunter • Interview • "How Then Shall We Mock? Ten Principles for Wielding the Sword of Holy Satire"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock and Trent Hunter interview Clinton Manley on his Christ Over All essay: “How Then Shall We Mock? Ten Principles for Wielding the Sword of Holy Satire" Timestamps 00:26 – Intro 03:52 – Clinton Manley’s Background 05:43 – How Did Manley Come to Write…

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  12. 5.44 Trent Hunter, David Schrock, Kevin Briggins • Interview • "Socialism and the Twisted Legacy of Slavery: A Cautionary Tale from the 'Great Society'"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock is joined by special guest Kevin Briggins to interview Trent Hunter on his COA Longform Essay, "Socialism and the Twisted Legacy of Slavery: A Cautionary Tale from the 'Great Society'" Resources to Click The Off Code Podcast “One Constitution, or Two?...

  13. 5.43 Aaron Edwards, David Schrock, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • “Soft Jihad: Multiculturalism, Islamic Conquest, and Christianity”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock and Stephen Wellum interview Aaron Edwards on his testimony and COA Longform Essay "Soft Jihad: Multiculturalism, Islamic Conquest, and Christianity" Resources to Click “Soft Jihad: Multiculturalism, Islamic Conquest, and Christianity” – Aaron Edwards...

  14. 5.42 Alex Kocman, David Schrock, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • "The Order of Love and a Defense of Biblical Patriotism"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock and Stephen Wellum interview Alex Kocman on his COA Longform Essay, "The Order of Love and a Defense of Biblical Patriotism" Timestamps 00:00 – Understanding Ordered Love and Biblical Patriotism 04:58 – Exploring the Core of “Ordered to Love” 07:50 –...

  15. 5.41 Ryan Helfenbein, David Schrock, & Trent Hunter • Interview • “Retrieving The Christianity of America’s Founding”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock and Trent Hunter interview Ryan Helfenbein on his COA Longform Essay, "Retrieving The Christianity of America's Founding" Timestamps 00:00 – Introducing Ryan Helfenbein 04:33 – Ryan’s Path From Seminary to Liberty University 11:30 – Falwell’s Shift…

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  16. 5.40 Ryan Helfenbein • Reading • “Retrieving The Christianity of America's Founding"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Americans have grown increasingly unfamiliar with their own founding documents, and as a result, our country has grown increasingly less Christian. What is the path forward? Resources to Click “Providence, Protestantism, and the Classroom: The Christianity of America’s Founding...

  17. 5.39 Auron MacIntyre, David Schrock, & Stephen Wellum •Interview & Reading • "The Five Republics of the United States"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Our republic is not the same as it was at its founding. Though the Constitution remains unchanged, the way it is interpreted has not. Understanding that distinction is essential. Resources to Click “The Five Republics of the United States” – Auron MacIntyre The Auron MacIntyre...

  18. 5.38 Brad Green, Trent Hunter, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • "What Kind of Conservative Are You?: A Comparison"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as Trent Hunter and Stephen Wellum interview Brad Green on his COA Longform "What Kind of Conservative Are You?: A Comparison" Timestamps 00:00 - Introducing "God (B)less America" and Our Guests 01:54 - The Genesis of COA 05:22 - A Friend's Perspective on U.S. Politics...

  19. 5.37 Alex Kocman • Reading • “The Order of Love and a Defense of Biblical Patriotism”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE On America’s 250th anniversary, the questions Christians keep asking about flags and fireworks all reduce to an older one: where does love of country belong in the order of our loves? Resources to Click “The Order of Love and the Defense of Biblical Patriotism” – Alex Kocman...

  20. 5.36 Brad Green • Reading • "What Kind of Conservative Are You?: A Comparison"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Conservatism is no longer a simple catch-all term but a movement fractured into competing streams. This fragmentation demands an answer. Ultimately, there is only one sufficient foundation for renewal: Christ. Resources to Click “What Kind of Conservative Are You?: A Comparison”…

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  21. 5.35 Tony Costa, David Schrock, & Trent Hunter • Interview • "Lost Brothers or Mortal Enemies: A History of Islam's Teaching on Christianity"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Are Islam and Christianity separated brothers, mortal enemies, or something in between? History tells the story Sponsor This month, we’re talking about how Christians engage with Islam, a conversation Southern Seminary has taken seriously for a long time. As President Al Mohler...

  22. 5.34 Aaron Edwards • Reading • “Soft Jihad: Multiculturalism, Islamic Conquest, and Christianity”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Islam—in all its varieties—has gained a prominent foothold in Great Britain like a Himalayan Balsam flower. And if Christians don’t do anything, the West will be overcome by a soft Jihad that conquers through the empty slogans of multiculturalism. Sponsor This month, we’re…

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  23. 5.33 Tony Costa • Reading • "Lost Brothers or Mortal Enemies? A History of Islam's Teaching on Christianity"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE: Are Islam and Christianity separated brothers, mortal enemies, or something in between? History tells the story. Sponsor This month, we’re talking about how Christians engage with Islam, a conversation Southern Seminary has taken seriously for a long time. As President Al…

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  24. 5.32 A.S. Ibrahim, David Schrock, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • “Inside the Muslim Mind: Seven Pillars of the Islamic Worldview”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock and Stephen Wellum interview A.S. Ibrahim on his COA Longform Essay, "Inside the Muslim Mind: Seven Pillars of the Islamic Worldview" Sponsor This month, we’re talking about how Christians engage with Islam, a conversation Southern Seminary has taken...

  25. 5.31 A.S. Ibrahim • Reading • "Inside the Muslim Mind: Seven Pillars of the Islamic Worldview"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE If you want to understand Muslims and how to best share the gospel in light of their worldview, this is for you. Sponsor This month, we’re talking about how Christians engage with Islam, a conversation Southern Seminary has taken seriously for a long time. As President Al Mohler...

  26. 5.30 Joshua Schooping • Reading • "Aerial Toll Houses, or The Saving Weight of Works: The Soul’s Trial by Demons After Death according to Eastern Orthodoxy"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE According to Eastern Orthodoxy, at death the soul ascends to various levels where Angels and Demons engage in a courtroom battle. What determines whether the soul goes up to heaven or down to hell? (Spoiler: it’s not Jesus) Sponsor This month’s sponsor is Grimke Seminary.…

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  27. 5.29 Knox Brown, David Schrock, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • “All Protestants Go to Hell”: Eastern Orthodoxy’s Official Rejection of the Gospel at the Synod of Jerusalem

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock and Stephen Wellum interview Knox Brown on his COA essays, "Divine Energies: Eastern Orthodoxy's Strangest and Most and Most Important Doctrine" and "All Protestants God to Hell": Eastern Orthodoxy's Official Rejection of the Gospel at the Synod of...

  28. 5.28 Tony Costa, David Schrock, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • "The Challenge of Eastern Orthodoxy: Comparing Evangelical and Eastern Orthodox Theology"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Join David Schrock and Stephen Wellum as they interview Tony Costa on his COA Longform "The Challenge of Eastern Orthodoxy: Comparing Evangelical and Eastern Orthodox Theology" Sponsor This month’s sponsor is Grimke Seminary. Pastors are called to care for the church of God that...

  29. 5.27 Knox Brown • Reading • “”All Protestants Go to Hell”: Eastern Orthodoxy’s Official Rejection of the Gospel at the Synod of Jerusalem”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Many Christians assume that Eastern Orthodoxy does not deny the gospel like Roman Catholicism did at the Council of Trent (1545–1563). But the Eastern Orthodox Synod of Jerusalem (1672) has some very fiery words about Protestants. Sponsor This month’s sponsor is Grimke Seminary....

  30. 5.26 Donald Fairbairn, David Schrock, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • "Eastern Orthodoxy: How Did It Emerge In History"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Join David Schrock and Stephen Wellum as they interview Dr. Donald Fairbairn on his COA Longform Essay, "Eastern Orthodoxy: How Did It Emerge In History". Sponsor This month’s sponsor is Grimke Seminary. Pastors are called to care for the church of God that God called them to.…

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  31. 5.25 Tony Costa • Reading • “The Challenge of Eastern Orthodoxy: Comparing Evangelical and Eastern Orthodox Theology”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Young Protestants are reportedly departing for Eastern Orthodoxy in droves. What are the major differences between Eastern Orthodoxy and Evangelical Protestant Christianity? Sponsor This month’s sponsor is Grimke Seminary. Pastors are called to care for the church of God that…

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  32. 5.24 Donald Fairbairn • Reading • "Eastern Orthodoxy: How Did It Emerge in History?"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Discover where Eastern Orthodoxy came from and how it differs from other Christian traditions. Sponsor This month’s sponsor is Grimke Seminary. Pastors are called to care for the church of God that God called them to. So why do seminaries require men to leave their church to...

  33. 5.23 David Schrock, Trent Hunter, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • “On the Third Day: Seeing Resurrection from Beginning to End”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as Trent Hunter and Stephen Wellum interview David Schrock on his COA Longform essay, "On the Third Day: Seeing Resurrection from Beginning to End" Sponsor This month’s sponsor: Indianapolis Theological Seminary (indysem.org). For men interested in pastoral training,...

  34. 5.22 David Schrock • Reading • "On the Third Day: Seeing Resurrection from Beginning to End"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE The theme of resurrection is prominent in scripture from its very first pages until the end. See how it is present in the creation account of Genesis. Sponsor This month’s sponsor: Indianapolis Theological Seminary (indysem.org). For men interested in pastoral training, take a...

  35. 5.21 David Schrock, Trent Hunter, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • “The Seeds of Resurrection Hope in the Scriptures”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Join David Schrock, Trent Hunter, and Stephen Wellum as they discuss Stephen Dempster's COA Longform Essay "The Seeds of Resurrection Hope in the Scriptures" Timestamps This month’s sponsor: Indianapolis Theological Seminary (indysem.org). For men interested in pastoral…

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  36. 5.20 Stephen Dempster • Reading • "The Seeds of Resurrection Hope in the Scriptures"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE The resurrection of Christ on the third day is a key piece of the gospel message. Did the idea of a third day resurrection come from nowhere, or was this event foreshadowed by the Old Testament? This month’s sponsor: Indianapolis Theological Seminary (indysem.org).For men...

  37. 5.19 David Schrock, Trent Hunter, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • “Seeking a Convention That Is Not Southern Baptist In Name Only: How to Regain Trust, Rebuild the Trustee System . . . "

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as Trent Hunter and Stephen Wellum interview David Schrock on his COA Longform Essay, "Seeking a Convention That Is Not Southern Baptist In Name Only: How to Regain Trust, Rebuild the Trustee System, and Avoid an Impending Exodus of Vocal Conservatives" Timestamps…

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  38. 5.18 David Schrock • Reading • “Seeking a Convention That Is Not Southern Baptist In Name Only: How to Regain Trust, Rebuild the Trustee System, and Avoid an Impending Exodus of Vocal Conservatives”

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Many aspects of the SBC are broken, and this article charts a possible route forward into a dawn marked by humble leaders, diligent trustees, and a reorganization. Resources to Click “Seeking a Convention That Is Not Southern Baptist In Name Only: How to Regain Trust, Rebuild…

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  39. 5.17 Willy Rice, David Schrock, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • "Getting to Know SBC Presidential Candidate Willy Rice"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock and Stephen Wellum interview SBC Presidential Candidate Willy Rice. Timestamps 00:51 – Intro 05:08 – Why Willy Rice Has Sought the Presidency of the SBC 06:57 – What Changed Willy Rice’s Perspective 10:07 – Insiders and Outsiders 14:30 – The Breakdown...

  40. 5.16 Josh Powell, David Schrock, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • "Getting to Know SBC Presidential Candidate Josh Powell"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock and Stephen Wellum interview SBC Presidential Candidate Josh Powell. Timestamps 00:46 – Intro 06:07 – Why Josh Powell Wants to Be SBC President 13:52 – What are Some of the Biggest Things the SBC Has? 16:17 – Concrete Ways of Moving Forward without a...

  41. 5.15 David Schrock, Brad Green, & Mark Coppenger • Interview • "Five Reasons to be Thankful for the Southern Baptist Convention" & "Stewardship of Our SBC Land"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock interviews both Mark Coppenger and Brad Green on their COA Essays. Timestamps 00:24 – Intro 06:20 – What are Some Things that are Encouraging about the SBC? 09:32 – Concerns about the SBC 13:07 – Four Different Way to Treat the Environment 19:54 –…

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  42. 5.14 Clint Pressley, David Schrock and Stephen Wellum • Interview • "The SBC: A Presidential Perspective with Clint Pressley

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Join David Schrock and Stephen Wellum as they interview SBC President Clint Pressley on the current state of the SBC. Timestamps · 01:00 – Intro · 05:28 – What is Clint Pressley as SBC President,Doing Throughout the Year? · 09:14 – What’s Been Some Encouragements andChallenges...

  43. 5.13 David Schrock, Brad Green, & Mark Coppenger • Reading • "Five Reasons to be Thankful for the Southern Baptist Convention" & "Stewardship of Our SBC Land"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE There’s a lot to love about the Southern Baptist Convention. Here’s what I’m most thankful for. / / The Southern Baptist Convention is like a beautiful landscape . . . scarred by five disasters from recent years. We need understand these problems so we can then work towards...

  44. 5.12 Stephen J. Wellum, David Schrock, & Brad Green • Interview • "Reflections on the Retrieval of Classical Theism in Evangelical Theology"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock and Brad Green interview Stephen Wellum on his COA Longform, "Reflections on the Retrieval of Classical Theism in Evangelical Theology" Timestamps 00:41 – Intro 04:45 – What is Classical Theism and How Do We Define That Term? 07:55 – The Development of...

  45. 5.11 Stephen J. Wellum • Reading • "Reflections on the Retrieval of Classical Theism in Evangelical Theology"

    ABOUT THE EPISODESometimes an old compass is all you need to make it back home, and so it is with the church’s Nicene doctrine of God. Resources to Click · “Reflections on the Retrieval of Classical Theism in Evangelical Theology” – Stephen J. Wellum · “Does Complementarianism Depend on ERAS?: A...

  46. 5.10 Kyle Claunch, David Schrock, & Stephen Wellum • Interview • "Axioms of Theology Proper: Guiding Lights for the Doctrine of God"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock & Stephen Wellum interview Kyle Claunch on his COA Longform Essay, "Axioms of Theology Proper: Guiding Lights for the Doctrine of God" Timestamps 00:35 – Intro 03:40 – How Did Dr. Claunch’s Interest for the Doctrine of God Begin to Grow? 07:25 – What...

  47. 5.09 Kyle Claunch • Reading • "Axioms of Theology Proper: Guiding Lights for the Doctrine of God"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE: Who is God and what is he like? Take off your sandals and follow the light as we seek to comprehend the incomprehensible! Resources to Click · “Axioms of Theology Proper: Guiding Lights for the Doctrine of God” – Kyle Claunch · “God the Father: Namesake of all Fatherhood” –…

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  48. 5.08 Charles Lyons, Jordan Howe, Trent Hunter, & David Schrock • Interview • "Protestors are Coming to Your Church Are You Ready? Twenty-Five Action Steps Before the Day Comes"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock & Trent Hunter interview Charles Lyons and Jordan Howe on their respective articles for Christ Over All and Center for Baptist Leadership Timestamps 00:25 – Intro 03:43 – The incident at Cities Church Hits Close to Home 06:08 – How David Met Charles...

  49. 5.07 Ryan Helfenbein • Reading • "Incrementalists and Abolitionists Together?"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE We want to abolish abortion. And we can do that better when we are united in making incremental political victories. Resources to Click “Incrementalists and Abolition Together?” – Ryan Helfenbein “Voters in Kanasas decide to keep abortion legal in the state, rejecting an...

  50. 5.06 Ginna Cross, David Schrock & Stephen Wellum • Interview • "Is Every Woman Who Pursues Abortion a Victim?: The Feminist Capture of the Pro-Life Movement"

    ABOUT THE EPISODE Listen in as David Schrock and Stephen Wellum interview Ginna Cross on her COA Article "Is Every Woman Who Pursues Abortion a Victim?: The Feminist Capture of the Pro-Life Movement" Timestamps 00:50 – Intro 05:27 – Ginna Cross’ Background and How She Became Interested in the…

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