“Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy!” Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Walter Strickland, and Bob Hiller delve into the story of Ruth, showing how redemption often appears in the most unexpected places, just when we are tempted to give up amidst famine and despair. CHECK OUT THIS MONTH’S OFFERS: Become a Partner to support the work…

In the story of Rahab, we encounter a startling twist in the narrative of redemption. As one commentator noted, “Rather than playing the harlot, Israel is now saved by one.” Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Walter Strickland, and Bob Hiller explore how God’s people were delivered through the unlikely and mysterious figure of Rahab in Joshua 2 CHECK …

While Tamar's story may seem out of place in the Christmas season, it beautifully illustrates how God’s grace intervenes in our lives, reaching broken families and uplifting those who suffer injustice. Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Walter Strickland, and Bob Hiller delve into Tamar's narrative in Genesis 38, uncovering why the hope of the gospel …

Send us a text Missiologist and pastor Daniel Yang and journalist Adelle Banks are co-authors with church researcher Warren Bird of the groundbreaking work Becoming a Future Ready Church. They unpack 8 trends the Church can adjust for now to be ready for the ministry the church needs to do in 2050. They beautifully inspire hope without condemnation…

Should grace impact the workplace? How does Guilt, Grace, and Gratitude impact our vocations, relationships, and society? In this episode, Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Walter Strickland, and Justin Holcomb discuss practical scenarios in which Christians can wisely—and sometimes unwisely—lean on these categories. CHECK OUT THIS MONTH’S OFFERS: Become…

Send us a text On this episode of Better Together, we’re joined by author and ministry expert Jason Moore to explore the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence and the church. In his latest book, AI and the Church, Jason provides a clear roadmap for church leaders navigating the rapidly changing world of AI. We dive into practical ways…

How we respond to our great salvation can be called “the Christian life.” In this episode, Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Walter Strickland, and Justin Holcomb discuss how gratitude shapes and embodies the Christian’s sanctification, good works, and pursuit of holiness. CHECK OUT THIS MONTH’S OFFERS: Become a Partner to support the work of White Horse…

Send us a text Seedbed Publishing President, Dr. Ivan Filby, is the author of Speak Tenderly: Prophetic Ministry Seasoned with Grace. He joins the Better Together podcast to share practical tools and stories of hearing the Holy Spirit speak personally and through prophecy. If you want to learn to discern the voice of the Holy Spirit, this episode i…

Few doctrines are as sticky as nature and grace. But when we are talking about how God saves us from the power of sin, few things are more important to understand. In this episode, Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Walter Strickland, and Justin Holcomb thoroughly examine the nature of grace and how it sets us free from our guilt and misery. CHECK OUT THI…

Send us a text What if God is calling you to be an unlikely hero? Author, professor, and biblical scholar Dr. Sandra Richter joins the Better Together Podcast to help us apply deep theological truths from the story of Deborah based on her new Epic of Eden bible study. While all of our podcasts are for men and women, female listeners who feel called…

How does the law convict us? Does it shame us? Does it tell us our being is ontologically deficient? In this episode, Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Walter Strickland, and Justin Holcomb dive into the first section of the Heidelberg Catechism to examine a biblical view of guilt and sin. CHECK OUT THIS MONTH’S OFFERS: Become a Partner to support the wo…

Send us a text The Black Church has been studied from sociological and justice perspectives, but Professor, Preacher, Consultant and Speaker, Dr. Walter R. Stickland II noticed a missing piece: the theology that has shaped Black Christianity throughout history into the present. Like a choir with the altos missing, Strickland explains, he wants to l…

What is the theology of Brené Brown? And why have so many people replaced pastors and priests with therapists and psychologists? Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Walter Strickland, and Bob Hiller discuss the popular teachings of researcher and professor, Brené Brown. Dr. Brown’s podcasts, TED Talks, and books have been consumed by millions of people…

Send us a text Love seems like the most over-discussed topic in Christianity, but what if we still don't fully understand it? Dr. Joe Dongell offers a fresh, deep perspective of love that is sure to ignite your passion for God once again. Join us as we learn from Dr. Dongell and his newest work The Most Excellent Way: John Wesley's Theology of Love…

What is the theology of Elon Musk? Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Walter Strickland, and Bob Hiller discuss the work and views of serial entrepreneur and richest man in the world, Elon Musk. The hosts try to unravel many of Mr. Musk’s claims and identify what kind of theology is implicit in his views on humanity, consciousness, and the cosmos. CHE…

While modern critical theories seek to deconstruct society and reveal its injustices, Dr. Christopher Watkin makes the case that Christianity gives us the best resources to critique culture. Get our free booklet → Law and Gospel by Michael Horton and Bob Hiller https://solamedia.org/offers LISTEN TO THE SHOW iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/po…

Send us a text What role does anxiety play in the Church? As Americans start paying more attention to mental health, what role can Christians play in the healing process? Author and professor, Rev. Dr. Michael Jordan joins the Better Together podcast to share ways laity and clergy can point people to Christ with integrity in an Age of Anxiety. Supp…

What is the theology of Andrew Huberman? And why are so many people craving a rule of life from a neuroscientist? Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Walter Strickland, and Bob Hiller discuss the rise of the popular podcaster and tenured professor at the Stanford School of Medicine, Andrew Huberman. While Dr. Huberman is known for speaking about scienc…

Send us a text Our finances (good, bad and everything in between) are often symptoms of what is going on underneath. Let’s go beneath the surface as we explore some of the lies we tell ourselves and the strongholds hindering our financial progress. For more, check out Healthy Money: A 30-Day Journey toward Spiritual, Emotional, and Financial Freedo…

What is the theology of Jordan B. Peterson? And why are millions of people, especially young men, flocking to hear Dr. Peterson give three hour lectures on philosophy and life? Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Walter Strickland, and Bob Hiller discuss the meteoric rise of the popular author, psychologist, online educator, and Professor Emeritus at t…

Send us a text Our experiences with money shape us, but we don’t always stop to notice how. In God’s hands, even the worst experiences can be used to draw us deeper in our faith and grow us as disciples of Jesus Christ. Join us as we unpack some of the teaching from our latest book Healthy Money. Use discount code IPPICARDO30 to get 30% off the boo…

Michael Horton and Adam Smith are joined by special guest Dr. Elizabeth Mburu, Associate Professor of New Testament and Greek at Africa International University, Kenya. In this episode, the hosts discuss the impact of culture on biblical interpretation, the challenges and opportunities of doing theology across cultures, and the global church's need…

Send us a text In this week’s episode of the Healthy Money podcast series, we dive into the topic of "Childhood Money Memories" and how they shape the way we think about and handle finances today. What memories from your childhood impact your relationship with money today? Were you raised in a home where money was talked about openly or was it a so…

Hosts Michael Horton and Justin Holcomb travel to Nairobi, Kenya, for Sola Media’s annual Theo Global Symposium and are joined by David Tarus and Joseph Byamukama. The conversation explores the challenges of theological education in Africa and the importance of addressing real-life questions with sound biblical theology, ensuring that theological i…

Send us a text Why is it so challenging to align what we know about money with what we actually do? Join us in this episode as we dive into the Healthy Money Mindset Assessment, a free tool designed to help you discover your unique financial mindset. Created by authors Rosario and Callie Picardo, this 17-question survey offers real-time results and…

Hosts Michael Horton and Justin Holcomb travel to Nairobi, Kenya, for Sola Media’s annual Theo Global Symposium and are joined by Dr. Frew Tamrat and Dr. Seble Daniel. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in advancing theological education and deepening the church's understanding of the gospel in the region. They also discuss an early refo…

Send us a text On this episode of the podcast, we welcome Matt Lake, pastor and author of Crossing the Discipleship Chasm. Matt shares insights from his new book, offering a transformative approach to adaptive discipleship that bridges the gap between cultural obstacles and the church's original mission. He challenges us to move beyond quick fixes …

Hosts Michael Horton and Adam Smith travel to Nairobi, Kenya, for Sola Media’s annual Theo Global Symposium. While there, they met with local pastors Ken Mbugua and Joshua Lemaiyan from Emmanuel Baptist Church. In this discussion, the hosts and guests explore the unique challenges and commonalities of pastoring in Nairobi and America and delve into…

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Matt O'Reilly to discuss his new book, Free to Be Holy. Much of the gospel you’ve heard might focus on hope for the next life, forgiveness, and freedom from guilt. But what about freedom from the sin itself? Free to Be Holy shines a light on the often-overlooked part of the gospel: holiness for t…

Earlier this summer, Hosts Michael Horton and Justin Holcomb spent two weeks in Egypt and Kenya with Theo Global, another project of Sola Media. This trip was part of Theo Global's annual efforts to gather leading theologians and biblical scholars from across the Middle East and then from East Africa to do theology together—so that the theological …

We are ending our historical tour with what may be the most famous episodes of White Horse Inn. Our 1992 conversation with the founding pastor of what was the Crystal Cathedral, Robert Schuller. This conversation is full of astounding and surprising moments. CHECK OUT THIS MONTH’S OFFERS: Bible Studies from Sola Media Become a Partner to support th…

In this episode from 1996, classic hosts, Michael Horton, Kim Riddlebarger, and Rod Rosenbladt discuss the topic of “pragmatism” in the church. The ultimate question of pragmatism is not, “Is this true, good, or beautiful?,” but rather, “Will it work?” On this program, the hosts trace this pragmatic spirit throughout the history of American Christi…