The Postscript is a podcast and YouTube series that invites listeners into in-depth theological and ministry conversations with pastors, Bible scholars, missionaries, and professors.
Host of the Postscript is Brandon Briscoe, provost of the Living Faith Bible Institute and associate pastor at Midtown Baptist Temple
New episodes of the Postscript release weekly
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Episode 116: Unknown Missionary George Grenfell
In this weeks episode we sit down with Pastor James Fyffe, professor of Missiology at Living Faith Bible Institute and former missionary to Southeast Asia to discuss a missionary not often talked about, George Grenfell. For over 20 years Grenfell gave his life to establish a chain of churches through the Congo. His story is one of inspiration and resolve.
+36: The KJV Part 8: An Exegetical Defense of Formal Equivalence
In this episode of the Ps+ we look at the importance of adherence to God’s words by looking at 2 Samuel 6 and Exodus 2.
Episode 115: Reaching Latinos, Heart & the Translation of Key Tools
In this episode with Spanish Pastor Will Mata of Midtown Baptist Temple we discuss the cultural complexities regarding ministry to Spanish speakers. Will shares his heart God developed over the years after coming to faith and taking part in several ministry endeavors to Latinos. He shares what he believes will be the key to making a lasting investment in the Spanish speaking believers of the world as well as the urgency for the gospel.
Episode 114: Defining Worship, Leading Praise & Character
In this episode, we interview LFBI professor of Prayer and Worship and Midtown Baptist Temple praise team leader Eric Phillips. We set the terms of worship biblically, which includes praise as a form of worship, investigating pitfalls praise leaders often fall into, like promoting talent over character and neglecting doctrine for style. We provide answers from the Bible to these issues, as well as tips for leading the congregation in a way that exalts Jesus above all.
+35: The KJV Part 7: Problems with Dynamic Equivalence
In this episode of the Ps+ we take a look at some of the problems of a Dynamic Equivalent translation philosophy.
Episode 113: Emotional Victory & Finding Peace
In this episode with Deb Molder of Midtown Baptist Temple we discuss her new book, Emotional Victory. She tells us the fascinating history behind the book including how God freed her from an abusive relationship and the emotional captivity she once found herself in. She shares how she discovered the peace of God and continues in that peace, bringing countless women along with her.
Episode 112: The Biblical History of the Pastorate & Ministry Adaptation
We sit down with dean of LFBI and pastor of Harvest Baptist Church, Dr. Alan Shelby to discuss the unfolding biblical role of the pastor. We also see ways in which false ideas about leadership, stemming from traditions of the Imperial Church, have negatively informed the way church leaders function in their responsibilities today. Alan points back to scripture to then addresses how a leader ought to cast a vision for their local church that anticipates Christ’s imminent return and emphasizes the urgent mission before them.
Episode 111: The Disciple Conf, Oakland Heights & Southern Hospitality
We sit down with lead pastor James DeKoker of Oakland Heights Baptist Church in Cartersville, GA. We discuss the purpose and impact of biblical discipleship. James shares his testimony of salvation and how God grew him into the pastorate.
Episode 110: Spiritual Authority, Servant Leadership & Submission
In this week’s interview with Missions Pastor James Fyffe of Midtown Baptist Temple, we discuss spiritual authority - what it is and what it isn’t. James shares principles from God’s Word that guide church leaders and the congregation to better understand the dynamics of submission, envisioning and support.
Episode 109: Healing, The Call & WedStrong
Episode 109: Pastor Justin Trotter of Callie Harbin Church in Georgia tells a few stories of healing amidst grieving the loss of his father, Mark Trotter. He reflects on his special relationship with his dad & how God gives grace in times of sorrow.
He also shares how God prepared him to pastor at Callie Harbin. Lastly, he extends an invitation to married couples to attend WedStrong Marriage Conference, first established by Pastor Mark Trotter and now continued by Justin and his mother Sherri.
+32: Mission Focus 2022 Recap
In this episode of the Ps+ we look at some key points from the Mission Focus 2022 conference.
Episode 108: Race, Identity & The Body of Christ
In this episode, we interview Chair of the LFBI Foundations department Kenny Morgan regarding identity and the body of Christ. How do we relate to others and who are different from us racially or culturally? What can believers learn in a social climate where race is a divisive topic?
+31: The KJV Part 4: The Results of Textual Criticism
In this episode of the Ps+ we look at the results of using textual critical methods to reconstruct the text of the Bible.
Episode 107: Typology & Shadows in Scripture
In this episode with Pastor Brian Hedges we look at what the Bible says about figures, types & shadows. What is the value of typology? How do we properly connect types in scripture? Brian also shares about the pitfalls of forcing pictures and illusions in scripture.
Episode 106: A Preface to Mission Focus 2022
In this episode we talk with missionary James Fyffe of Midtown Baptist Temple regarding Mission Focus. We discuss the significance of the great commission for the Church (Matt. 28:18-20 & Acts 1:8), how everyone in the body of Christ has a part and why this conference is prioritized at the first of our calendar year. Lastly, what should we expect from the guest speakers and breakout sessions?
+30: The KJV Part 3: An Introduction to Textual Criticism
In this episode of the Ps+ we’ll get a high level overview of the rules and thought behind textual criticism.
Episode 105: The Value of Corporate Prayer
In this episode we invited Pastor Sam Miles of Midtown Baptist Temple to share his stories about corporate prayer. He gives us insight into what initiated the need for a weekly corporate prayer meeting and tells us all the ways in which God has used it. He also discusses how the ministry has changed over time and what he has learned about the character of God over the years of praying with his church family.
Episode 104: A Personal Conversation About the King James Bible & the 16 Bit Controversy
In this episode of the Postscript, we sit down with Van Sneed of the Ps+ and discuss how he came to believe that the Authorized Version is God’s preserved word in English. He shares how the King James is perceived culturally and how the KJV has a direct impact on doctrine.
