
Transformed
By Shorter University

TransformedMar 04, 2020

Psalm 1 - How the Psalms Shape our LIfe
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What If "Your Guy" Loses the U.S. Presidential Election
Cory and Aaron discuss how Christians should approach the results of the upcoming U.S. Presidential election. Christians need to be ready to live faithfully regardless of the outcome of the upcoming election.
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What If "Your Guy" Wins the U.S. Presidential Election
Cory and Aaron discuss how Christians should approach the results of the upcoming U.S. Presidential election. Christians need to be ready to live faithfully regardless of the outcome of the upcoming election.
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Transformed Interviews - Ryan Matherly
Ryan Matherly joins us for a conversation about ministry and theological education.
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We Believe in the Holy Spirit - Nicene Creed Part 4
The doctrine of the Holy Spirit and the Spirit's work in the church is often neglected. Cory and Aaron discuss how understanding core truths about the Holy Spirit is vital for the biblical worldview.
The Nicene Creed is one of the most important summaries of what Christians believe. In this final episode of our series on the Nicene Creed, Cory and Aaron discuss the meaning of the Nicene Creed, how it reflects biblical doctrine, and how it informs a life lived for the glory of God.
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We Believe in One Lord Jesus Christ - Nicene Creed Part 3
How do Christians understand the essential truths about who Jesus is? How does what we believe about Jesus make a difference in our lives?
The Nicene Creed is one of the most important summaries of what Christians believe. In this ongoing series on the Nicene Creed, Cory and Aaron discuss the meaning of the Nicene Creed, how it reflects biblical doctrine, and how it informs a life lived for the glory of God.
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We Believe in God the Father Almighty - Nicene Creed Part 2
How does what we believe about God the Father impact the way we live out the Christian life?
The Nicene Creed is one of the most important summaries of what Christians believe. In this ongoing series on the Nicene Creed, Cory and Aaron discuss the meaning of the Nicene Creed, how it reflects biblical doctrine, and how it informs a life lived for the glory of God.
Check Out Cory's most recent book here: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Students-Skills-Succeed-Education/dp/1535982160/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3VHALWQD6MOHM&dchild=1&keywords=kingdom+students&qid=1597436922&sprefix=kingdom+stu%2Caps%2C231&sr=8-1
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The Council of Nicaea - Nicene Creed Part 1
This episode kicks off a new series on the Nicene Creed.
The Nicene Creed is one of the most important summaries of what Christians believe. Understanding the background of the creed helps us understand how it is still relevant today.
Check Out Cory's most recent book here: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Students-Skills-Succeed-Education/dp/1535982160/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3VHALWQD6MOHM&dchild=1&keywords=kingdom+students&qid=1597436922&sprefix=kingdom+stu%2Caps%2C231&sr=8-1
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Transformed Interviews - Jason Britt
Jason Britt, Pastor of Bethlehem Church and Shorter alumnus, joins Cory to talk about how COVID 19 has impacted ministry strategy.
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State of Theology - An Analysis of How Americans Understand The Christian Faith
Cory and Aaron talk through the Ligoneer/LifeWay State of Theology Survey for 2020.
To see the results of the study: https://thestateoftheology.com/
For an in depth explanation of the methodology of the study go to: http://lifewayresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Ligonier-State-of-Theology-2020-White-Paper.pdf
Check Out Cory's most recent book here: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Students-Skills-Succeed-Education/dp/1535982160/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3VHALWQD6MOHM&dchild=1&keywords=kingdom+students&qid=1597436922&sprefix=kingdom+stu%2Caps%2C231&sr=8-1
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Spending Free Time For The Glory of God

Communicating for the Glory of God
Aaron and Cory talk about how communication is a gift from God which should be used for God's glory and the good of those who bear his image.
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Biblical Relationships
Cory and Aaron discuss how to develop healthy relationships as Christians.
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Leading in College and in Life
Aaron and Cory talk about how students and others can grow in their ability to lead for God's glory.
Check Out Cory's most recent book here: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Students-Skills-Succeed-Education/dp/1535982160/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3VHALWQD6MOHM&dchild=1&keywords=kingdom+students&qid=1597436922&sprefix=kingdom+stu%2Caps%2C231&sr=8-1
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A Christian Conversation on Race
Tarin Madden joins Cory Barnes for a candid conversation on how Christians should approach race.
For more information on Tarin and Noah's church planting efforts, email noah@lifecommunitynow.org to be added to their newsletter.
This link is for an article where Cory discusses the importance of listening on the issue of race, especially for white Christians: https://www.northwestgeorgianews.com/rome/lifestyles/religion/listening-to-scripture-and-neighbors-as-god-s-people/article_4a6194cc-a67e-11ea-9756-0baaa4ad2099.html

Early Church History - Early Heresies
Church History gives us valuable windows into applying the biblical worldview. In episode two of a series on early Church history, Dr. Cory Barnes discusses the early heresies of Gnosticism and Marcionism and how elements of both beliefs still persist in the contemporary church.

Early Church History - Early Christian Apologists
Church History gives us valuable windows into applying the biblical worldview. In episode two of a series on early Church history, Dr. Cory Barnes discusses the misconceptions early Christian apologists addressed and how their message continues to inform our worldview today.

Early Church History - First and Second Century Persecution
Church History gives us valuable windows into applying the biblical worldview. In episode two of a series on early Church history, Dr. Cory Barnes discusses what persecution in the first and second centuries continues to teach Christians today.

Early Church History - Christianity Separates from Judaism
Church History gives us valuable windows into applying the biblical worldview. In episode one of a series on early Church history, Dr. Cory Barnes discusses what the separation of Judaism and Christianity in the early years of the church continues to teach Christians today.

Transformed Interviews: Dr. Angie O'Neal on Poetry
Shorter University English Professor Dr. Angie O'Neal discusses why Christians have a unique reason to value reading and enjoying poetry.

Reading the Bible
Aaron and Cory talk through how and why we read Scripture.

Reading Fiction and Poetry
Cory and Aaron discuss the unique way fiction and poetry bless Christian readers.

Reading Biography
Aaron and Cory discuss how reading biography through an intentionally Christian lens helps us see God's hand through all of history.

Reading for the Glory of God
Cory and Aaron discuss how reading helps shape our worldview.

Episode 13: How The Story of Christmas Shapes the Way We See The World
Aaron and Cory read through the Christmas story in Luke 2 and explore how this beloved story shapes our worldview as Christians.

Episode 12: The Message of Christmas Carols
Cory and Aaron talk about how Christmas carols shape our celebration of Advent and Christmas.

Episode 11: Celebrating Advent
Aaron and Cory discuss how individuals, families, and congregations can make the most of the celebration of Advent.

Episode 10: What is Advent?
Cory and Aaron discuss Advent. This season of intentional preparation for the celebration of the coming of Christ helps Christians live in hope of Jesus's second coming

Episode 9: Faith at Work Part 2
Aaron and Cory discuss practical things that should set those with a biblical worldview apart in the workplace.

Episode 8: Taking Faith to Work
Roughly 1/3 of our lives are spent in the workplace. In this episode, Cory and Aaron discuss how Christians should have a unique view of this significant portion of our lives.

Episode 7: Strategies for Productivity
Aaron and Cory discuss how Christians can put strategies for productivity to work in their everyday lives.

Transformed Interviews: Dr. John McCluskey on Kanye West
Musicologist Dr. John McCluskey talks with Cory about the new Kanye West album and how it helps us understand some cultural perceptions of Christianity.

Episode 6: Chicken Sandwiches and Biblical Worldview
Cory and Aaron weigh in on the Chick Fil A vs. Popeyes debate.

Why Should Christians Care About Productivity?
Productivity increases our ability for good work. Understanding God's calling on our lives gives us a reason to maximize our ability to do the work to which he has called us.

Episode 4: The Biblical Worldview in an Age of Doubt
How does the biblical worldview guide us in an age of doubt and postmodernism? Aaron and Cory discuss how to confront doubt and postmodernism with integrity and a genuine search for truth rooted in the truth of Scripture.

Episode 3: Why is a Biblical Worldview Necessary?
Cory and Aaron talk about why we need to intentionally examine our worldview as Christians. If our worldview is to be truly biblical, we must be intentional about thinking through how the Bible applies to our approach to all issues in life.

Episode 2: The Biblical Narrative and the Biblical Worldview
Aaron and Cory discuss several passages of Scripture that shape the biblical worldview.

Transformed Interview #1: Dr. Justin Pettegrew on History
Justin Pettegrew, professor of history at Shorter University, discusses the definition of history and why it is relevant to the biblical worldview.

Episode 1: What is a Biblical Worldview?
What is a worldview?
Why do Christians need to be conscious of worldview?
Why Biblical Worldview?