Jared C. Wilson

Jared C. Wilson is Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Author in Residence at Midwestern Seminary, General Editor of For The Church (and co-host of the For The Church Podcast), and staff pastor for preaching and Director of the Pastoral Training Center at Liberty Baptist Church. Author of numerous books, including The Imperfect Disciple, The Gospel According to SatanLove Me Anyway, and Gospel-Driven Ministry, Jared is a frequent preacher and speaker at churches and conferences. You can visit him online at jaredcwilson.com or follow him on Twitter.

Dec 3

Proverbs by Jared C. Wilson and Sam Bierig

It’s another installment in our occasional Bible book feature. This time around, Jared Wilson visits again with the Dean of Spurgeon College Dr. Sam Bierig about the book of Proverbs. Why is it deceptively complex? How do we end up reading the book wrongly? How should we read it, and how should pastors preach it? And where do we see Jesus in it?

Nov 26

Thanksgiving by Becky Wilson and Jared C. Wilson

Jared welcomes his wife Becky to the podcast for this special Thanksgiving week episode. They talk about family traditions, tips and reminders for being a gracious host, and how to remain thankful even in the midst of anxious or uncomfortable Thanksgivings.

Nov 19

What is Biblical Theology? by Jared C. Wilson and Sam Bierig

What makes a theology biblical theology? Shouldn’t all theology be a biblical theology? On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson welcomes guest Sam Bierig, Dean of Spurgeon College, to talk about the special category of biblical theology, how the average Christian can engage in it, and resources available to help us engage in it well.

Nov 12

From the Archives | What Does it Mean to be Gospel-Centered? by Jared C. Wilson and Ronni Kurtz

Originally aired on July 21, 2021 On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ronni Kurtz break down the implications of gospel-centrality beyond the buzzword.

Nov 5

From the Archives | Gossip in the Church by Jared C. Wilson and Ronni Kurtz

Originally aired on February 3, 2021 The tongue is indeed a fire. In this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ronni Kurtz discuss the danger of church gossip.

Oct 29

FTC Mailbag by Jared C. Wilson and Ronni Kurtz

Our first mailbag installment with returning co-host Ronni Kurtz! On this installment of the FTC Mailbag, the guys discuss responsible introversion, membership covenants, preaching the gospel from the Sermon on the Mount, and fiction recommendations for ministry leaders. As always, if you have a question or topic you’d like to hear on a future installment of the FTC Mailbag, email us at [email protected]

Oct 22

When People Disappoint by Jared C. Wilson and Ronni Kurtz

To be in fellowship is to open yourself up to disappointments. But how do we deal with it when someone we trusted or respected disappoints us deeply? How can we avoid “spiritualizing” our disappointments or holding grudges? On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ronni Kurtz discuss ways to give grace to others even — especially — when they don’t deserve it.

Oct 15

Jesus by Jared C. Wilson and Ronni Kurtz

Brother and Friend. Master and Teacher. Lord and God. The glory of Jesus is inexhaustible. On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared and Ronni talk about the wonder of Jesus and the wonder of knowing him.

Oct 8

Welcome Back to Ronni Kurtz! by Jared C. Wilson and Ronni Kurtz

Our new podcast cohost is actually an old podcast cohost! Dr. Ronni Kurtz returns to the pod after a few years away. On this episode, we introduce him to new listeners and catch up on his life and ministry since his last time at Midwestern Seminary.

Oct 1

Episode 335: Hosea by Andrew King and Jared C. Wilson

It’s another installment in our occasional Bible book feature. This time around, Jared Wilson talks with Dr. Andrew King, Assoc. Prof. of Biblical Studies and Assistant Dean of Spurgeon College, about Hosea. Who was this prophet? What does his story have to do with the story of Jesus? And how can this book impact a local church?