You Tube Theology

In this powerful episode of Spirit Talk Theology, Miranda sits down with world-renowned New Testament scholar Dr. Craig Keener for a deep dive into the early church, the book of Acts, and what authentic Christian discipleship looks like today.

Together they explore:
• The outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost
• How the early church lived, prayed, and walked in unity
• Persecution in the first century and what it means for believers today
• Jesus’ call to take up our cross and follow Him
• The Transfiguration and the glory of Christ
• Prophecy, spiritual gifts, and building the body of Christ
• Revelation’s seven churches and returning to first love
• Acts 15 and how the early church broke out of religious boxes
• What it means to walk out the gospel in a modern cultural context

Dr. Keener brings decades of biblical scholarship, pastoral wisdom, and Holy Spirit passion — making this one of the richest theological conversations we’ve ever hosted.

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👉 Missed our last episode? Watch our conversation with Dr. Martin here:
https://youtu.be/5SX6m1Oi1R0
📺 Other Episodes You Might Like:
• Dr. Adewuya on Biblical Holiness → https://youtu.be/UkhRPDXqAhc?si=Ohyoa6jWDEWmT1US
• Dr. Coulter on Holiness Theology → https://youtu.be/b24Ff6Cy1oE?si=38cPNKiFFfxfdyz3

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00:00 – Introduction & Purpose of the Conversation
15:00 – The Birth of the Early Church & Pentecost Power
30:00 – Community Life: Prayer, Teaching & House Churches
45:00 – Persecution, Suffering & The Cost of Discipleship
1:00:00 – The Glory of Jesus & The Transfiguration
1:15:00 – Spiritual Gifts, Prophecy & Building the Church
1:30:00 – Acts 15: The Jerusalem Council & Breaking Boxes
1:45:00 – Revelation’s Churches & Returning to First Love
2:00:00 – Applying the Early Church to Today’s Culture
2:15:00 – Final Encouragements & Closing Thoughts