Ryley Heppner Podcast

Ryley Heppner Podcast


Latest Episodes

Thinking Biblically About Danger and Risk | Jeremy Lundgren
December 20, 2024

In this episode, I am joined by Jeremy Lundgren to explore his new book, The Pursuit of Safety: A Theology of Danger, Risk, and Security. Jeremy challenges assumptions about safety in modern life, asking how a biblical worldview reshapes our understanding

Bonhoeffer for the Church | Matthew D. Kirkpatrick
December 16, 2024

In this episode, I sit down with Bonhoeffer scholar, Matthew D. Kirkpatrick to discuss his new book, "Bonhoeffer for the Church: An Introduction." Kirkpatrick offers a fresh and accessible look at the life, theology, and enduring legacy of Dietrich Bonhoe

Mobilizing for the Gospel | Jim Essian
December 13, 2024

In this episode, I sit down with pastor and author, Jim Essian, to discuss his latest book, "Send: Loving Your Church by Praying, Giving, or Going." Jim shares about his journey from professional baseball to church planting and founding the Plant Fort Wo

From Southtown to P.O.D. | Sonny Sandoval
December 11, 2024

In this episode I have the amazing privilege of getting to sit down with Sonny Sandoval, the legendary frontman of P.O.D., to talk about his upcoming autobiography, Son of Southtown: My Life Between Two Worlds. This conversation was one of, if not the hig

A Multiethnic Approach to Scripture | Janette H. Ok
December 09, 2024

In this episode, I was joined by Dr. Janette H. Ok, a leading New Testament scholar, to discuss her contribution as editor and commentator in the groundbreaking commentary, "The New Testament in Color." Dr. Ok shares the inspiration behind this project an

Rediscovering Christmas Stories | Timothy Larsen
December 03, 2024

In this episode I chat once again Timothy Larsen, this time to discuss his wonderful new book, "12 Classic Christmas Stories: A Feast of Yuletide Tales" (Moody Press). Whether you're a lover of classic literature or simply looking to deepen your appreciat

The Lifelong Pursuits of a Godly Man | Tim Challies
November 28, 2024

In this episode, I sit down with well-known author and blogger, Tim Challies, to discuss his book Running to Win: The Lifelong Pursuits of a Godly Man. We dive into the spiritual disciplines and habits that shape a faithful life, exploring the parallels b

Redeeming Violent Verses | Eric A. Seibert
November 18, 2024

In today's episode, were diving into one of the most challenging topics in biblical interpretation: how to approach the Bible's violent texts in a way that is faithful, thoughtful, and pastoral. Im thrilled to be joined by Dr. Eric Seibert, a renowned s

The Barriers and Brilliance of the Book of Hebrews | Amy Peeler
November 15, 2024

Today's episode was with Amy Peeler out of Wheaton College. Amy has just released a new and wonderful Hebrews commentary in Eerdmans' "Commentaries for Christian Formation series and I had the wonderful chance to chat with her today about it. Our convers

What Makes Mark’s Gospel Unique? | Dr. C. Clifton Black
November 04, 2024

In this episode I have the privilege of chatting with New Testament scholar Dr. Clifton Black to explore his journey as a biblical scholar, his recent book Marks Gospel, and his deep insights into the unique qualities of this often-underappreciated Gospe