After Class Podcast

What happens when you lock an Old Testament, New Testament, and Theology professor in a room to discuss provocative topics related to bible and theology? Find out as you listen to the podcast of three professors from Great Lakes Christian College engage the sorts of questions students ask ... after class. Featuring (from left to right in the logo) Samuel C. Long, Ronald D. Peters, John C. Nugent

8.43 - 1 Peter: Faithful Suffering 11/18/2025

8.43 - 1 Peter: Faithful Suffering Have you put sin behind you? Hurray! Way to go! Now it’s time to suffer! Wait—what? Are you at the point where you’re making tough decisions because of your faith? Do your ways seem strange to the watching world? Are you suffering and wrestling in your walk with Christ? Tune in to today’s episode on 1 Peter chapter 4, where the guys unpack the “suffering, faithful witness” and the gospel proclaimed to the dead. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/39070845

8.42 - 1 Peter: Husbands and Wives 11/10/2025

8.42 - 1 Peter: Husbands and Wives How do we respond to opposition from unbelievers who don’t treat us well? Can we still offer a God-honoring witness through our suffering? And what does that look like within the context of marriage to an unbeliever? Tune in today as the guys explore how Peter calls believers to live faithfully, even when faced with unfair treatment or difficult relationships. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/38971710

8.41 - 1 Peter: Slaves and Masters 11/03/2025

8.41 - 1 Peter: Slaves and Masters Tune in to today’s episode as we dive deeper into the crumbling power dynamics of our world. We’re continuing our discussion on aliens and exiles, moving from how we relate to governing structures to how we respond to employers—and even slave owners in the ancient context, and...today? What do we do with Peter’s call to submit to those in charge, even when they’re less than desirable? Are we suffering for doing good, or are we suffering because we’re bringing trouble on ourselves? Also, a quick shoutout to A Beck Creations—the amazing coffee gifted to the guys in a previous episode! You can check them out at: 👉 /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/38886975

8:40 - 1 Peter - Life As Witness 10/27/2025

8:40 - 1 Peter - Life As Witness New episode, new section in the book of 1 Peter as we dig into the idea of a cruciformed witness among the nations. (1 Peter 2:11 onward). We are in the world, but not of it—resident aliens representing the Kingdom of God wherever we go. How do we relate properly to non-believers and the powers of the world? Tune in today as the guys explore what Peter calls us to, and how this call challenges the way we live and love in our modern context. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/38787620

8.39 - 1 Peter: Combating Regression 10/20/2025

8.39 - 1 Peter: Combating Regression Picking up in chapter 2 of 1 Peter, we return to the theme of love. Not all babies go to the nursery—so what keeps us from growing? Could malicious talk, insincerity, or selfish motives be getting in the way of your witness? In today’s digital world, where division often dominates the conversation, we’re reminded how easy it is to return to old habits and worldly concerns—like a dog returning to its vomit. Tune into today’s episode as the guys unpack how our love for one another can be tested, challenged, and sometimes compromised—and how to guard against it in faith and truth. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/38639860

8.38 - 1 Peter: Universal Love 10/13/2025

8.38 - 1 Peter: Universal Love Does God call us to love everyone in a universal way, or are we called to love in a specific, concentrated way? For some, this is an easy answer; for others, it’s a point of contention. Which is it for you? In an age of polarizing tension, the world could really use some love. In today’s episode, the guys explore what it means to purify ourselves—and what that has to do with love. So, tune in today as the guys discuss how we can offer the best loving witness to the world! /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/38558870

8.37 - 1 Peter: Faith, Works, Foreknowledge 10/06/2025

8.37 - 1 Peter: Faith, Works, Foreknowledge Continuing in chapter 1, verse 17, we resume our study of 1 Peter. God will judge each person according to their works, yet we are saved by grace through faith—not by works. Do Paul and Peter preach different gospels? How do we synthesize these messages? Join the guys as they wade into deep theological waters. Works, faith, predestination, and more await you in this installment of the After Class Podcast. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/38475550

8.36 - 1 Peter: Believing Without Seeing 09/29/2025

8.36 - 1 Peter: Believing Without Seeing The world distorts, persecutes, lies, and tempts us to be distracted. Despite this, are you experiencing the indescribable joy found in Christ? When we embrace the vision of the Kingdom of God inaugurated in Christ, it produces a joy that looks ahead to the fullness we will one day experience — yet can already taste now. As Peter writes: “Even though you have not seen Him, you love Him. Though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and are filled with a glorious joy that cannot be put into words, for you are receiving the salvation of your souls — the final result of your faith.” So now what? Join the guys as they unpack what it means to believe without seeing, gird up the loins of our minds, and discover how joy can spring up even in the midst of suffering for the faith. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/38389270

8:35 - 1 Peter: Living Hope 09/22/2025

8:35 - 1 Peter: Living Hope Today the guys continue our study and examine 1 Peter 1:3–9. To choose allegiance to Christ and His Kingdom is to enter into conflict and enmity with the world wherever you may roam. What does it mean that our inheritance is kept in heaven? Are we Livin’ on a Prayer, or is it true that the world Can’t Touch This salvation we hope for as we follow The Man, the Lord Jesus Christ? Don’t Stop Believin’—don’t miss out on the great things God is calling us into! Pick your walk-up song and get ready for the endgame in today’s episode of the After Class Podcast. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/38301080

8.34 - Faith Amid Tragedy 09/15/2025

8.34 - Faith Amid Tragedy We break from our scheduled study to speak about the tragic death of a brother in Christ. As the media engine turns out various narratives tuned to match the algorithms of the viewer, how do we process what has happened in a distinctly Christian way—one that seeks to glorify Christ and strengthen our walk together as witnesses to the Kingdom of God? /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/38217660

8.33 - 1 Peter: Context 09/08/2025

8.33 - 1 Peter: Context The guys are cruising into a brand-new series, ready to park in 1 Peter for a while. Rooted in the Old Testament, this letter shows us how the gospel still speaks directly into our lives today. As exiled brothers and sisters in Christ, scattered across the globe, 1 Peter delivers a timely word for each of us. In this episode, the guys check the mirrors with some historical context and then shift gears into a conversation about predestination. Were you predestined to listen to this episode? There’s only one way to find out… /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/38123715

8.32 - Top 10 Ways NOT to Listen 09/01/2025

8.32 - Top 10 Ways NOT to Listen After 8 years or so of podcasts, we thought it might be a good idea to remind our listeners of what we do and why we do it. But instead of just telling you, we thought a top 10 list would be appropriate. So this episode pays homage to David Letterman and gives you “The Top 10 Ways NOT to listen to the After Class Podcast.” /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/38045125

8.31 - Holy Humor Pt. 9 08/25/2025

8.31 - Holy Humor Pt. 9 Today’s episode wraps up our “Holy Humor” series. We finish with a few stories and statements in the New Testament and then end with each of the guys name what they think is the funniest book, story, and line. Prepare to roll right out of your chair with laughter. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/37946095

8.30 - Holy Humor Pt. 8 08/18/2025

8.30 - Holy Humor Pt. 8 Some of the best Bible stories can be found in Acts. Many of those stories include a humorous element – drunkenness, defying authority, left at the front door, and more! Check them out as we continue our Holy Humor series. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/37861230

8.29 - Holy Humor Pt. 7 08/11/2025

8.29 - Holy Humor Pt. 7 Today our series introduces some awkward humor into the discussion. Nothing like a streaker running around naked to make you laugh. Plus we get Luke’s unique contributions to the gospel story, many of which are pretty humorous. Tune in as we continue our Holy Humor series. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/37753490

8.28 - Holy Humor Pt. 6 08/05/2025

8.28 - Holy Humor Pt. 6 Imagine if Jesus had a side gig as a stand up comedian. What kind of jokes would he tell? Where would he draw his material from? While there is no evidence that Jesus was a comic, he did like to entertain his audience with a joke here or there. As our Holy Humor series moves into the New Testament, we get a glimpse into “funny Jesus” who used humor to illustrate deeper theological points. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/37678190

8.27 - Holy Humor Pt. 5 07/28/2025

8.27 - Holy Humor Pt. 5 The Bible regularly decries idolatry, especially be prohibiting the use of idols. But what happens when an author decides to get clever and attempts a take down of idolatry? Humor ensues! Today’s episode continues through different humorous episodes in the Bible and includes a satire of idolatry, humorous proverbs, and more! /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/37576235

8.26 - Holy Humor Pt. 4 07/21/2025

8.26 - Holy Humor Pt. 4 What do bald heads, bears, bad drivers, and bad timing have in common? They all make for humorous episodes in the Bible. The guys delve into some pretty comical stories in today’s episode and shed some light on some well known and some not very well known stories. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/37479185

8.25 - Holy Humor Pt. 3 07/14/2025

8.25 - Holy Humor Pt. 3 Oscar Wilde is credited with saying, “Sarcasm is the lowest form of wit, but the highest form of intelligence.” If true, then there were some smart people in the Bible! Today’s episode continues our “Holy Humor” series and includes sarcasm, puns, and other humorous stories and statements from the mouths of Samson, Elijah, and more. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/37392165

8.24 - Holy Humor Pt. 2 07/07/2025

8.24 - Holy Humor Pt. 2 As we continue our humor in the Bible series, we turn our attention to the Gideon story. Now you might be saying to yourself, “How can that story be funny enough to earn it’s own episode?!?” You’ll just have to listen to find out. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/37305170

8.23 - Holy Humor Pt. 1 07/01/2025

8.23 - Holy Humor Pt. 1 The Bible is many things, but it is also the source of hilarity. Stories, witty comments, irony, sarcasm and more fill the pages of God’s Word, yet we often miss it. This episode is the first of a new series that takes a look at those humorous passages in the Bible and hopefully brings a little levity to your life. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/37231585

8.22 - Celebration 06/23/2025

8.22 - Celebration Is there a place in Christian faith for parties? Of course! Part of what helps make this life bearable is celebrating what God has done and is doing. In this episode the guys discuss the spiritual discipline of celebration and provide some concluding thoughts on the series. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/37117155

8.21 - Guidance 06/16/2025

8.21 - Guidance Many of us yearn for the days of old when God would speak clearly to his people. But burning bushes, dreams, visions, and visitations seem to be in short supply. Does God still speak and guide His people? Find out what the guys have to say about the spiritual discipline of guidance in today's episode. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/37024945

8.20 - Worship 06/09/2025

8.20 - Worship Many Christians get very passionate about worship and debate so many aspects—styles, songs, actions, and more. Yet, so much of what the modern church centers around is corporate worship. As the series on spiritual disciplines continues, the guys turn their attention to worship and emphasize the importance of submission and unity in corporate worship, debating the role of singing and the practical aspects of worship practices. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/36911505

8.19 - Confession 06/02/2025

8.19 - Confession In a world where people keep their private lives private and their sins hidden, God’s Kingdom is characterized by openness, honesty, and grace. But in order to experience those qualities, God’s people must be willing to confess their sins to each other and hold each other accountable. In this episode, the guys talk about the benefits of confession and ways that we can make this spiritual discipline a part of our faith. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/36826510

8.18 - Service 05/26/2025

8.18 - Service Servant leadership, service trips, servant's heart, served your way right away. Our culture talks a lot about service, but what does it look like as a spiritual discipline? Can people engage in service as a discipline without even knowing it? Find out on today's episode. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/36705170

8.17 - Submission 05/19/2025

8.17 - Submission In a world where we don’t like being told what to do, what does it look like to put yourself under someone else’s authority intentionally and why would that even be a good, healthy act? Find out today as the ACP guys discuss the spiritual discipline of “submission.” /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/36623600

8.16 - Solitude 05/12/2025

8.16 - Solitude Introverts – rejoice! There is a spiritual discipline just for you. Technically it is for everyone and might even be more beneficial for extroverts. Regardless, tune in today as the guys walk through the spiritual discipline of solitude to see how getting away from it all can open up our communication with God. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/36531595

8.15 - Simplicity 05/05/2025

8.15 - Simplicity Springtime is the season for cleaning, decluttering, and the inevitable garage sales to aid those efforts. Could that be a spiritual discipline? Is simplicity a spiritual issue or it just a fad to figure out what “brings joy”? And furthermore, is it just about our stuff or could our schedules use some decluttering? Find out today as the guys talk about the spiritual discipline of simplicity. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/36436095

8.14 - Study 04/28/2025

8.14 - Study If studying is just committing a bunch of factoids to memory, then what does it look like to be a spiritual discipline? Or maybe study as a spiritual discipline looks differently and has a different purpose. Tune in to today’s episode as the guys discuss study and what it means to dedicate ourselves to God’s Word. /episode/index/show/afterclass/id/36336855

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