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In Context and Culture

by Trent Roseman and Cory Majors

Join pastors Cory Majors and Trent Roseman as they clarify and comment on critical issues pertaining to theology, the Bible, and life in the church.

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Episodes

  1. Areas of Contention in the Southern Baptist Convention

    In today's episode, Cory and Trent take a break from their study through the book of Revelation and talk about what they believe are "areas of present contention within the Southern Baptist Convention." Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Southern Baptist Convention was unable to gather in 2020…

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  2. Dreaming of Death (Rev. 9:1-12)

    In this episode, Cory and Trent take a look at the fifth trumpet judgment and the creatures that are released from "the bottomless pit." It is due to these horrifying creatures (referred to as "locusts" who inflict pain from their tail like a "scorpion) that unbelievers across the earth look and...

  3. The First Four Trumpets (Rev. 8:1-12)

    In this episode, Cory and Trent take a look at the seventh seal and the first four trumpet judgments of chapter 8 and arrive at their first disagreement with one another. Check out the episode to hear about their disagreement and learn about the significance of the trumpet judgments. If you enjoy...

  4. Eight Difficulties of Dispensationalism

    In this episode, Cory and Trent continue to take a break from their verse by verse exposition of the book of Revelation to take a look at Dispensationalism and its take on the book of Revelation. Both Cory and Trent are familiar with dispensationalism and its framework of Revelation by growing up...

  5. Rabbit Hole: Meeting Cory and Trent

    Join Cory and Trent as they take a break from their study of Revelation to “go down the rabbit hole” talking about their relationship with the Lord, their relationship with each other, and their relationship with the churches they serve.

  6. The Sealed Saints (Rev. 7:1-17)

    At the end of chapter 6, destruction erupted across the earth as the sixth seal is opened. The wrath of God poured out across the face of the earth led the inhabitants of the earth to run and hide in caves, crying out for their death, exclaiming, “…the great day of their wrath has come, and who…

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  7. The Seven Seals (Rev. 6:1-17)

    In chapter 6, the Lamb who is worthy to open the seven seals begins to open them one by one. The first four of the seals release four horsemen some who come to conquer and others who come to destroy. The fifth seal points John to a number of Christian martyrs crying out for God to bring His final...

  8. The Worthy Lamb (Rev. 5:1-14)

    In chapter 5, John remains in the heavenly throne room where the Father remains on His throne. In the Father’s right hand is a scroll with seven seals upon it no one is worthy to break. Because the scroll contains the God’s sovereign eternal plan for judgment and redemption, John weeps at the...

  9. The Heavenly Throne Room (Rev. 4:1-11)

    After writing practical and personal letters to seven local churches enduring tribulation, John is taken up to see the heavenly throne room where he sees one seated whose indescribable appearance was best likened to precious and colorful stones. The throne and the one who is seated upon it is the...

  10. The Letter to the Church in Laodicea (Rev. 3:14-22)

    Join Cory and Trent read and discuss the letter to the church in Laodicea in Revelation 3:14-22. This is the last of seven letters written to local churches enduring tribulation in Asia minor during the first century. In these seven letters Christ gives a personal and practical message for...

  11. The Letter to the Church in Philadelphia (Rev. 3:7-13)

    Join Cory and Trent read and discuss the letter to the church in Philadelphia in Revelation 3:7-13. This is the sixth of seven letters written to local churches enduring tribulation in Asia minor during the first century. In these seven letters Christ gives a personal and practical message for...

  12. The Letter to the Church in Sardis (Rev. 3:1-6)

    Join Cory and Trent read and discuss the letter to the church in Sardis in Revelation 3:1-6. This is the fifth of seven letters written to local churches enduring tribulation in Asia minor during the first century. In these seven letters Christ gives a personal and practical message for...

  13. The Letter to the Church in Thyatira (Rev. 2:18-29)

    Join Cory and Trent read and discuss the letter to the church in Thyatira in Revelation 2:18-29. This is the fourth of seven letters written to local churches enduring tribulation in Asia minor during the first century. In these seven letters Christ gives a personal and practical message for...

  14. The Letter to the Church in Pergamum (Rev. 2:12-17)

    Join Cory and Trent read and discuss the letter to the church in Pergamum in Revelation 2:12-17. This is the third of seven letters written to local churches enduring tribulation in Asia minor during the first century. In these seven letters Christ gives a personal and practical message for...

  15. The Letter to the Church in Smyrna (Rev. 2:8-11)

    Join Cory and Trent read and discuss the letter to the church in Smyrna in Revelation 2:8-11. This is the second of seven letters written to local churches enduring tribulation in Asia minor during the first century. In these seven letters Christ gives a personal and practical message for...

  16. The Letter to the Church in Ephesus (Rev. 2:1-7)

    Join Cory and Trent read and discuss Revelation 2:1-7. In this episode, Cory and Trent will begin the discussion of the letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation in chapters 2 and 3. They will talk about the common structure in, and purpose of, each letter. As you will hear, they…

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  17. The Son of Man and His Churches (Rev. 1:9-20)

    Join Cory and Trent read and discuss Revelation 1:9-20. In this episode they will talk about the presence of Christ with His churches during tribulation enabling them to endure with patience. They will also talk about the common outline of the book found in verse 19 and give their take on who…

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  18. A Greeting from the Soon Returning Ruler (Rev. 1:4-8)

    Join Cory and Trent read and discuss Revelation 1:4-8. In this episode they will talk about the author and audience of the book. They will also talk about how looking at the power of God, our position before God, and our peace with God is the key to enduring difficult days. Lastly, they will talk...

  19. An Apocalyptic Letter Filled with Prophecy (Rev. 1:1-3)

    Join pastors Cory Majors and Trent Roseman as they open Revelation 1:1-3 and look at its context, Christ, our culture, and and controversy that arises in the text. In this first study in Revelation, Cory and Trent will be discussing three important things in the first three verse. Namely, that...

  20. The Book of Revelation

    Join pastors Cory Majors and Trent Roseman as they begin season two of In Context and Culture by opening the book of Revelation together. They’ll look at the letter’s original purpose as well as practical applications of the book today.

  21. Elders Part 2: 10 Things About an Elders Relationship to the Church They Serve

    In this second episode about elders in the local church, Cory and Trent discuss a list of 10 important facts about elders and the local churches they serve. 1. Elders lead the local church. 2. Elders are always a plural group. 3. Elders must meet and maintain certain character qualifications that...

  22. From The Blog: Jesus' Present Authority Assures Us of Our Final Victory

    One of the ways we glimpse into God’s present power and are able to grasp His future promise of victory is in Jesus’ encounters with demons in the gospels. Jesus’ present authority assures us of our final victory.

  23. From The Blog: The Local Church is a Necessary Gift

    Have you ever heard: "I'm a christian, but I don't believe it's necessary to be a part of an organized church?” While a phrase like this has become common place in our culture the truth is that Christ believed and taught that the local church is absolutely necessary in the life of a Christian. In...

  24. Elders Part 1: The Benefit of Elders in a Local Church

    In the first part of this two part discussion, Cory and Trent discuss the blessing, role, and relationship of elders in the local church. Cory walks us through the process of his church’s plan to (for the first time) institute elders.

  25. From The Blog: The Ninth Commandment and the Susceptibility of Sin on Social Media

    As believers (witnesses of truth) we must prize truth as the Lord does. Therefore, we have to be better about perpetuating false information on social media. When we fail to investigate personally what we propagate publicly, we will find it easy to break the ninth commandment. Join Trent as...

  26. Embracing or Engaging the Culture

    In this episode Cory and Trent invite Darren Selvidge, Worship Pastor at First Baptist Church Tampa, to discuss the church’s role in the culture at large. They discuss the current political and societal unrest as well as how the church can be a unique and distinct witness in its midst.

  27. Kanye West, CCM, and Church Worship with Brock Caldwell

    In this episode Cory and Trent invite their friend Brock Caldwell to ask the question “Where in the world is Kanye West?” They discuss the countless opinion blogs that published immediately after Kanye professed faith in Christ and they give their take on how christians should’ve responded. Not...

  28. Online Church and Virtual Communion

    In this episode Cory and Trent discuss online church and if it’s possible to truly “gather” online. They discuss that a church is a group of disciples who necessarily and regularly gather together. They also discuss the ability pastors through have to minister to families by providing resources...

  29. Cancellations, Complementarianism, and Christian Clichés

    In this episode Cory and Trent discuss the cancellation of the 2020 Southern Baptist Convention, complementarianism, and Christian clichés that may be common, but prove to be unhelpful. Christian clichés that Cory and Trent cover are: - "It's a relationship, not a religion" - "You are enough" -...

  30. Growing Without The Gathering

    What does it look like to grow as believers when we can’t gather with the Body of Christ? What are Biblical spiritual disciplines and how do we pursue them? Check out this weeks podcast with Cory and Trent as they discuss how to make the most use of your time while in quarantine.

  31. The Gift of The Gathering

    Maybe you’ve heard someone say, “I’m a Christian but I don’t feel a need to be part of an organized church.” This is a common phrase for individuals not attending church. But what does Christ say? If a Christian is called to obey the commands of Christ, does Jesus command us to be a part of the...

  32. The Pitfall of Pragmatism

    What is pragmatism? Is it a problem in the church? What does its popularity tell us about the state of the church in our era? Join Cory and Trent as they discuss the methodology of pragmatism and how its pursuit leaves out a church's cultural context as well as the commands of God to produce a...

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Join pastors Cory Majors and Trent Roseman as they clarify and comment on critical issues pertaining to theology, the Bible, and life in the church.

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Trent Roseman and Cory Majors

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