Best Travis Michael Fleming Podcasts (2025)

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#252 | The Love That Shapes Everything: Rediscovering the Great Commandment 48:43

8d ago48:43

48:43

Love God. Love people. Sounds simple, but in many churches today, the Great Commandment has largely been unintentionally overlooked. Today's conversation is about rediscovering the Great Commandment, which calls us to love God with the entirety of our being and to extend that love to our neighbors. But it's not about love in abstract theory, but ev…

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#251 | Fixing Our Evangelism: 4 Ways to Reclaim the Great Commission 54:03

17d ago54:03

54:03

The primary focus of this podcast episode is the evolving nature of evangelism and discipleship in light of contemporary cultural shifts, as articulated in Travis Michael Fleming's book, "Blueprint: Kingdom Living in the Modern World". The discussion emphasizes that traditional methods of evangelism, once effective in a more monocultural context, a…

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A Holy Week Devotional & Prayer 3:13

25d ago3:13

3:13

A holy week devotional and prayer for those going about the Lord's business.By Travis Michael Fleming

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#250 | Navigating the Crisis: A Blueprint for Church Renewal 21:34

1M ago21:34

21:34

Travis Michael Fleming embarks on a profound exploration of his book, Blueprint: Kingdom Living in the Modern World, addressing the prevailing crisis within evangelicalism. He articulates a sobering assessment of the current state of the church, underlining the alarming statistics that indicate a significant exodus from church attendance, quantifie…

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#249 | Exploring the Depths of Scripture: The Importance of the Whole Story with Christopher J.H. Wright, Pt. 2 33:22

1M ago33:22

33:22

Travis Michael Fleming and Christopher J.H. Wright engage in a profound discourse concerning the implications of Chris' book, "The Great Story and the Great Commission". Central to their conversation is the assertion that the Great Commission must not merely be perceived as a task to be completed, but rather as an enduring invitation to partake in …

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#248 | Exploring the Depths of Scripture: The Importance of the Whole Story with Christopher J.H. Wright, Pt. 1 29:02

2M ago29:02

29:02

In this enlightening episode of "Those Who Serve the Lord," Travis Michael Fleming engages Christopher J.H. Wright in a thought-provoking discussion that centers around the latter's book, The Great Story and the Great Commission. The discourse emphasizes the importance of a coherent understanding of the biblical narrative, which is essential for ef…

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#247 | Building Unity Amid Polarization: Calling You Deeper Than Media Headlines with James Davison Hunter, Pt. 2 52:33

2M ago52:33

52:33

Travis Michael Fleming engages in a profound dialogue with Dr. James Davison Hunter regarding the pressing themes articulated in Hunter's seminal work, "Democracy & Solidarity: The Roots of America's Political Crisis". Central to their discourse is the assertion that genuine political change is inextricably linked to the deeper structures of cultur…

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#246 | Building Unity Amid Polarization: Calling You Deeper Than Media Headlines with James Davison Hunter, Pt. 1 48:55

2M ago48:55

48:55

In this episode, Travis Michael Fleming sits down with Dr. James Davison Hunter to unpack the deep fractures in our political and cultural landscape—fractures that don’t just divide Republicans and Democrats but also cut through the pews of our churches. How can Christian leaders navigate these landmine differences without blowing up their churches…

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#245 | The Art of Living in Season with Sylvie Vanhoozer 43:36

5M ago43:36

43:36

The more we are online, the more disembodied we are. As Christians, we want to be rooted in a time and in a place. In The Art of Living in Season, Sylvie Vanhoozer invites readers to join this community of little saints and to follow them not only at Christmas but also throughout the whole year. Each chapter introduces a new santon (little saint) a…

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July Update! 3:13

10M ago3:13

3:13

We will be back in August! Sign up for the Apollos Watered newsletter. Help support the ministry of Apollos Watered and transform your world today!By Travis Michael Fleming

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#244 | When Helping Hurts with Brian Fikkert 53:00

11M ago53:00

53:00

What if the help that you are giving to people in the community or on a mission trip actually do the exact opposite of what you want? In other words, what if your helping hurts? Today's guest is Dr. Brian Fikkert. Dr. Fikkert is Professor of Economics and Community Development and the Founder of the Chalmers Center for Economic Development at Coven…

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#243 | The Spirit of Our Politics with Michael Wear, Pt. 2 53:48

11M ago53:48

53:48

In this second conversation with Michael Wear, Travis and Michael continue discussing his book, The Spirit of Our Politics: Spiritual Formation and the Renovation of Public Life. Travis and Michael discuss abortion, same-sex marriage, partisan politics, how politics is spiritually forming us, political exhaustion, helplessness, Dallas Willard, and …

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#242 | The Spirit of Our Politics with Michael Wear, Pt. 1 56:25

11M ago56:25

56:25

We are in the political season and every election cycle, we hear that there is so much at stake and that this election is the most important ever. We hear about one scandal or another, and we hear about the issues (which are extremely important), but it's gotten to the point where it is a zero-sum game, and Christians are being used to engage in po…

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#241 | Cultural Sanctification with Stephen O. Presley, Pt. 2 49:27

11M ago49:27

49:27

We are in a time where the cultural topography is shifting. The message hasn't changed, but our position in the culture has. Is there an example we can look to to find inspiration? Stephen O. Presley believes so. Drawing upon the first three centuries of Christianity, Stephen takes us on a journey into the mind of the early church of the first few …

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#240 | Cultural Sanctification with Stephen O. Presley, Pt. 1 50:34

11M ago50:34

50:34

What should be our posture to the quickly changing, chaotic world around us? We all know about the early church in the book of Acts, but what about after that? What was the church's approach to the world around it in the second and third centuries? Can we learn anything from them? Stephen O. Presley believes that our time is not so similar from the…

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#239 | The State of the Bible: A Deep Dive into America's Faith Crisis with John Plake 1:12:25

12M ago1:12:25

1:12:25

John Plake, of the American Bible Society is back to present us with the State of the Bible report for 2024. Stats tell stories, the question is, what story are the stats telling us right now? What is the state of Bible reading in America? What does that tell us? What does it mean for our churches? What does it mean for the different ethnic groups?…

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#238 | Contextualization in the New Testament with Dean Flemming, Pt. 2 43:32

12M ago43:32

43:32

Is the book Acts about the Holy Spirit? The apostles? Spiritual gifts? Or the interaction with cultures? What is the purpose of the church? What does it mean to be a follower of Jesus in a pluralistic society? How do we build a bridge to communicate the gospel and then confront the new culture with the gospel message? Is there a "pure" gospel? What…

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#237 | Contextualization in the New Testament with Dean Flemming, Pt. 1 47:02

12M ago47:02

47:02

"Just be biblical!" "Preach the Word!" are phrases we hear from well-meaning Christians who want to see lives transformed. Rarely, however, do we think about exactly how we are supposed to do it. What do we mean by "be biblical"? Does that mean act like those in the first century? And what exactly are we preaching? Christ crucified for sure, but wh…

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#236 | Can We Actually Be Political Disciples? with Vincent Bacote 1:10:07

1y ago1:10:07

1:10:07

"Christians should not be talking about politics!" is what I heard when I was a young Christian. Is that true? How can Christians be engaged in politics in a biblically faithful way? What does it mean to be a political disciple? Should we as Christians stay out of politics? These are questions that we all must wrestle with if we are to have an effe…

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#235 | What Are Christians For? with Jake Meador, Pt. 2 57:15

1y ago57:15

57:15

Travis and Jake continue their conversation discussing his book, "What Are Christians For?" Surprisingly, there is a great deal of confusion as to what the role of Christians should be in society. Is it only to be disciples who make disciples? Is it to glorify God and enjoy Him forever? What about in our public life? What role does our Christian fa…

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#234 | What Are Christians For? with Jake Meador, Pt. 1 57:16

1y ago57:16

57:16

What Are Christians For? Is it only to be disciples who make disciples? Is it to glorify God and enjoy Him forever? What about in our public life? What role does our Christian faith play in the political sphere? Our vocation? Does it have any effect on the environment? The answer is an unequivocal, yes! Jake Meador is today's guest on Apollos Water…

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#233 | Why Evangelical Theology Needs the Global Church with Stephen Pardue 1:08:57

1y ago1:08:57

1:08:57

What do you need in your relationship with God? I am sure you can think of many things. One thing that has helped so many Christians and churches is developing a relationship with global Christians, and in doing so, you find your vision of God expands, your relationship with God deepens, and your zeal for ministry exponentially increases. Today's g…

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#232 | Jesus and the Powers: Understanding Our Political Witness with N.T. Wright, Pt. 2 40:40

1y ago40:40

40:40

In this second part of our conversation, Travis and Tom discuss our political witness, premillennial dispensationalism, bad theology, Christian nationalism, and how the gospel is bigger than we often realize. While the gospel encapsulates our personal salvation, there is much more involved than just that, but the redemption of all creation. Underst…

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#231 | Jesus and the Powers: Understanding Our Political Witness with N.T. Wright, Pt. 1 38:45

1y ago38:45

38:45

What should our Christian political witness look like in an age of totalitarian terror and dysfunctional democracies? What is the church's role between Jesus and Caesar? What does Jesus' kingdom look like in the shadow of empire? How do we testify to the powers? How do we resist them? Today we welcome N.T. Wright to the show. Prof. Wright is curren…

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#230 | Politics and Christian Nationalism with Cherie Harder 56:52

1y ago56:52

56:52

What role does politics play in the mission of God? How do we navigate the political field without stepping on a cultural landmine? What should our political engagement look like? And what do we do with things like Christian nationalism? Today's guest is Cherie Harder, President of the Trinity Forum. Cherie Harder serves as President of the Trinity…

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Travis Michael Fleming Podcasts

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Those Who Serve The Lord

Travis Michael Fleming

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#252 | The Love That Shapes Everything: Rediscovering the Great Commandment 48:43

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#251 | Fixing Our Evangelism: 4 Ways to Reclaim the Great Commission 54:03

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A Holy Week Devotional & Prayer 3:13

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#250 | Navigating the Crisis: A Blueprint for Church Renewal 21:34

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#249 | Exploring the Depths of Scripture: The Importance of the Whole Story with Christopher J.H. Wright, Pt. 2 33:22

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#248 | Exploring the Depths of Scripture: The Importance of the Whole Story with Christopher J.H. Wright, Pt. 1 29:02

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#247 | Building Unity Amid Polarization: Calling You Deeper Than Media Headlines with James Davison Hunter, Pt. 2 52:33

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#246 | Building Unity Amid Polarization: Calling You Deeper Than Media Headlines with James Davison Hunter, Pt. 1 48:55

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#245 | The Art of Living in Season with Sylvie Vanhoozer 43:36

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July Update! 3:13

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#244 | When Helping Hurts with Brian Fikkert 53:00

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#243 | The Spirit of Our Politics with Michael Wear, Pt. 2 53:48

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#242 | The Spirit of Our Politics with Michael Wear, Pt. 1 56:25

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#241 | Cultural Sanctification with Stephen O. Presley, Pt. 2 49:27

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#240 | Cultural Sanctification with Stephen O. Presley, Pt. 1 50:34

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#239 | The State of the Bible: A Deep Dive into America's Faith Crisis with John Plake 1:12:25

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#238 | Contextualization in the New Testament with Dean Flemming, Pt. 2 43:32

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#237 | Contextualization in the New Testament with Dean Flemming, Pt. 1 47:02

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#236 | Can We Actually Be Political Disciples? with Vincent Bacote 1:10:07

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#235 | What Are Christians For? with Jake Meador, Pt. 2 57:15

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#234 | What Are Christians For? with Jake Meador, Pt. 1 57:16

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#233 | Why Evangelical Theology Needs the Global Church with Stephen Pardue 1:08:57

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#232 | Jesus and the Powers: Understanding Our Political Witness with N.T. Wright, Pt. 2 40:40

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#231 | Jesus and the Powers: Understanding Our Political Witness with N.T. Wright, Pt. 1 38:45

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#230 | Politics and Christian Nationalism with Cherie Harder 56:52