Spirit Talk Theology https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com Join Miranda for episodes with scholars and theologians as she explores Scripture, unpacks history, and draws out insights that speak to everyday life.

]]> Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0800 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en us Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Religion & Spirituality:Christianity 1440 episodic Miranda Nelson Miranda Nelson No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/21468121/1x1_blank_miranda_STT81mo5.jpg Spirit Talk Theology https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com 144 144 Demystifying Christian Mysticism: Union, Formation, and Spirituality in Paul and the Medieval West Demystifying Christian Mysticism: Union, Formation, and Spirituality in Paul and the Medieval West https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/christian-mysticism/ https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/christian-mysticism/#comments Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0800 spirittalktheology.podbean.com/d962bbe8-3f85-3840-8650-c90afc786f38 Miranda explores the heart of Christian mysticism through the lives and writings of medieval theologians like William of Saint-Thierry and Mechthild of Magdeburg. Far from being strange or detached spirituality, true Christian mysticism is rooted in Christ, grounded in Scripture, and expressed through devotion, transformation, and participation in the life of God.

]]> Miranda explores the heart of Christian mysticism through the lives and writings of medieval theologians like William of Saint-Thierry and Mechthild of Magdeburg. Far from being strange or detached spirituality, true Christian mysticism is rooted in Christ, grounded in Scripture, and expressed through devotion, transformation, and participation in the life of God.

]]> Miranda explores the heart of Christian mysticism through the lives and writings of medieval theologians like William of Saint-Thierry and Mechthild of Magdeburg. Far from being strange or detached spirituality, true Christian mysticism is rooted in Christ, grounded in Scripture, and expressed through devotion, transformation, and participation in the life of God. Miranda Nelson false No 5886 11 full Dr. Eirini - Christian Light Mysticism and Symeon the New Theologian Dr. Eirini - Christian Light Mysticism and Symeon the New Theologian https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/dr-eirini-christian-light-mysticism-and-symeon-the-new-theologian/ https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/dr-eirini-christian-light-mysticism-and-symeon-the-new-theologian/#comments Mon, 02 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0800 spirittalktheology.podbean.com/cbb9cdd6-faa3-3a36-b349-08ecabe0ebb4 In this profound episode of Spirit Talk Theology, Miranda sits down with theologian Dr. Eirini Artemi to explore the life, theology, and spiritual vision of Symeon the New Theologian, one of only three persons in Christian east history formally given the title “Theologian.” Together they unpack the Orthodox understanding of uncreated (divine) light, the nature of true Christian mysticism, and why theology is not merely something we study, but something we live.

]]> In this profound episode of Spirit Talk Theology, Miranda sits down with theologian Dr. Eirini Artemi to explore the life, theology, and spiritual vision of Symeon the New Theologian, one of only three persons in Christian east history formally given the title “Theologian.” Together they unpack the Orthodox understanding of uncreated (divine) light, the nature of true Christian mysticism, and why theology is not merely something we study, but something we live.

]]> Miranda Nelson false No 4161 10 full Foot Washing: The Path of Christian Humility Foot Washing: The Path of Christian Humility https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/foot-washing-the-path-of-christian-humility/ https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/foot-washing-the-path-of-christian-humility/#comments Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:12:28 -0800 spirittalktheology.podbean.com/00d10071-4747-367d-ade1-96d5ab9f44ed Miranda Nelson explores Jesus’ foot washing in John 13, unpacking its deep meaning for humility, love, and Christian fellowship. She connects foot washing to baptism, ongoing spiritual cleansing, communion, and community, showing how serving one another reflects Christ’s sacrificial love and forms the heart of discipleship.

]]> Miranda Nelson explores Jesus’ foot washing in John 13, unpacking its deep meaning for humility, love, and Christian fellowship. She connects foot washing to baptism, ongoing spiritual cleansing, communion, and community, showing how serving one another reflects Christ’s sacrificial love and forms the heart of discipleship.

]]> Miranda Nelson explores Jesus’ foot washing in John 13, unpacking its deep meaning for humility, love, and Christian fellowship. She connects foot washing to baptism, ongoing spiritual cleansing, communion, and community, showing how serving one another reflects Christ’s sacrificial love and forms the heart of discipleship. Miranda Nelson false No 3188 1 8 full Dr. Coulter - Prophecy, Women, Pentecost, and Structure of the Early Church Dr. Coulter - Prophecy, Women, Pentecost, and Structure of the Early Church https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/dr-coulter-prophecy-women-pentecost-and-structure-of-the-early-church/ https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/dr-coulter-prophecy-women-pentecost-and-structure-of-the-early-church/#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0800 spirittalktheology.podbean.com/fa01c6c1-fdf8-31b2-b595-f0cd3cad56bd In this compelling episode of Spirit Talk Theology, host Miranda Nelson sits down with Dr. Dale Coulter — Oxford-trained historical theologian and one of Miranda’s own professors — to explore how the Holy Spirit shattered cultural barriers in the early church and raised women into their God-given callings from the very beginning. 

 

Together, they uncover how Pentecost didn’t just birth the Church — it birthed a new humanity where men and women prophesied, taught, led house churches, and advanced the gospel side-by-side, empowered by the Spirit rather than restricted by the culture of their day. From Priscilla instructing Apollos to Junia the apostle — Dr. Coulter reveals the biblical and historical evidence that women have always been central to the mission of God. 

 

They also tackle how misread texts and later priestly structures sidelined women over the centuries — and why God is restoring a prophetic model of ministry in our time, where gifting determines leadership and the body of Christ flourishes through every believer released in the power of the Spirit. 

 

This conversation will fuel your confidence in the calling of women, challenge old assumptions, and ignite fresh passion for a Church that looks like Acts — Spirit-filled, multiethnic, and fully alive in the gifts God has poured out on His sons and daughters.

]]> In this compelling episode of Spirit Talk Theology, host Miranda Nelson sits down with Dr. Dale Coulter — Oxford-trained historical theologian and one of Miranda’s own professors — to explore how the Holy Spirit shattered cultural barriers in the early church and raised women into their God-given callings from the very beginning. 

 

Together, they uncover how Pentecost didn’t just birth the Church — it birthed a new humanity where men and women prophesied, taught, led house churches, and advanced the gospel side-by-side, empowered by the Spirit rather than restricted by the culture of their day. From Priscilla instructing Apollos to Junia the apostle — Dr. Coulter reveals the biblical and historical evidence that women have always been central to the mission of God. 

 

They also tackle how misread texts and later priestly structures sidelined women over the centuries — and why God is restoring a prophetic model of ministry in our time, where gifting determines leadership and the body of Christ flourishes through every believer released in the power of the Spirit. 

 

This conversation will fuel your confidence in the calling of women, challenge old assumptions, and ignite fresh passion for a Church that looks like Acts — Spirit-filled, multiethnic, and fully alive in the gifts God has poured out on His sons and daughters.

]]> Miranda Nelson and Dr. Dale Coulter dive into how the Holy Spirit empowered women to lead, teach, and prophesy from the very beginning of the Church. They uncover biblical and historical evidence that women were central to advancing the gospel in Acts and beyond. This conversation calls the Church to fully release both men and women into their God-given callings. Miranda Nelson false No 6430 1 7 full Dr. Craig Keener - The Early Church, Revival, and the Spirit-Empowered Life Dr. Craig Keener - The Early Church, Revival, and the Spirit-Empowered Life https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/dr-craig-keener-the-early-church-revival-and-the-spirit-empowered-life/ https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/dr-craig-keener-the-early-church-revival-and-the-spirit-empowered-life/#comments Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0800 spirittalktheology.podbean.com/c90b2351-3c9e-399b-bc3d-43f8eb12e517 In this powerful conversation, Miranda Nelson sits down with world-renowned New Testament scholar Dr. Craig Keener, author of more than forty books and commentaries including Acts, Romans, and Galatians. Together they explore the heartbeat of the early church its hospitality, prayer, persecution, and passion for the Holy Spirit and what that means for believers today.

 

From Acts 2 to modern-day revivals, this episode dives deep into how the first followers of Jesus lived as faithful witnesses, empowered by the Spirit to love, serve, and persevere amid suffering. Dr. Keener unpacks themes of unity, generosity, cultural humility, prophetic witness, and revival prayer, drawing connections between the book of Acts, Revelation’s call to “first love,” and what a Spirit-filled church looks like in the 21st century.

]]> In this powerful conversation, Miranda Nelson sits down with world-renowned New Testament scholar Dr. Craig Keener, author of more than forty books and commentaries including Acts, Romans, and Galatians. Together they explore the heartbeat of the early church its hospitality, prayer, persecution, and passion for the Holy Spirit and what that means for believers today.

 

From Acts 2 to modern-day revivals, this episode dives deep into how the first followers of Jesus lived as faithful witnesses, empowered by the Spirit to love, serve, and persevere amid suffering. Dr. Keener unpacks themes of unity, generosity, cultural humility, prophetic witness, and revival prayer, drawing connections between the book of Acts, Revelation’s call to “first love,” and what a Spirit-filled church looks like in the 21st century.

]]> Miranda Nelson false No 8593 9 full Dr. Martin - Call of the Prophet Dr. Martin - Call of the Prophet https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/stts1e5/ https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/stts1e5/#comments Mon, 03 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0800 spirittalktheology.podbean.com/b073c4f5-95b8-34d9-94d6-e06c01e7dceb In this deeply rich episode of Spirit Talk Theology, host Miranda Nelson sits down with Dr. Lee Roy Martin,  renowned Old Testament scholar, theologian, and author of over 40 books — to explore the prophetic heart of Scripture and what it means to be caught up in the mind and passion of God.

Together, they discuss how the prophets embodied both the compassion and burden of the Lord, the experiential nature of the Hebrew word davar (“the Word of the Lord came to…”), and how visions, dreams, and prophetic preaching still shape God’s people today.

Dr. Martin unpacks how the Spirit continues to move beyond denominational boundaries, how prophetic ministry flows from humility and intimacy, and why true prophecy always leads us deeper into the love and holiness of God.

]]> In this deeply rich episode of Spirit Talk Theology, host Miranda Nelson sits down with Dr. Lee Roy Martin,  renowned Old Testament scholar, theologian, and author of over 40 books — to explore the prophetic heart of Scripture and what it means to be caught up in the mind and passion of God.

Together, they discuss how the prophets embodied both the compassion and burden of the Lord, the experiential nature of the Hebrew word davar (“the Word of the Lord came to…”), and how visions, dreams, and prophetic preaching still shape God’s people today.

Dr. Martin unpacks how the Spirit continues to move beyond denominational boundaries, how prophetic ministry flows from humility and intimacy, and why true prophecy always leads us deeper into the love and holiness of God.

]]> In this deeply rich episode of Spirit Talk Theology, host Miranda Nelson sits down with Dr. Lee Roy Martin, renowned Old Testament scholar, theologian, and author of over 40 books, to explore the prophetic heart of Scripture and what it means to be caught up in the mind and passion of God. Together, they discuss how the prophets embodied both the compassion and burden of the Lord, the experiential nature of the Hebrew word davar (“the Word of the Lord came to…”), and how visions, dreams, and prophetic preaching still shape God’s people today. Dr. Martin unpacks how the Spirit continues to move beyond denominational boundaries, how prophetic ministry flows from humility and intimacy, and why true prophecy always leads us deeper into the love and holiness of God. Miranda Nelson false No 7335 1 5 full Nature of Prophets: A Look At Old Testament Prophetic Call Narratives Nature of Prophets: A Look At Old Testament Prophetic Call Narratives https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/stts1e4/ https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/stts1e4/#comments Mon, 20 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0700 spirittalktheology.podbean.com/56e8459a-4c01-3532-8be8-3b4cde5f1d34 What does it mean to be a prophet of God? In this episode we explore the calling, character, and message of the prophets from the Old Testament to their fulfillment in Christ. Drawing from Scripture we look at how God speaks through His servants, how the prophetic word carries His heart, and why the message is as urgent today as ever. We will journey through passages like 2 Samuel, Jeremiah, Isaiah, Jonah, Joel, and Numbers discovering the fire and compassion in God’s word. You will see how the prophets pointed to Jesus and how the Spirit still works through God’s people today.

]]> What does it mean to be a prophet of God? In this episode we explore the calling, character, and message of the prophets from the Old Testament to their fulfillment in Christ. Drawing from Scripture we look at how God speaks through His servants, how the prophetic word carries His heart, and why the message is as urgent today as ever. We will journey through passages like 2 Samuel, Jeremiah, Isaiah, Jonah, Joel, and Numbers discovering the fire and compassion in God’s word. You will see how the prophets pointed to Jesus and how the Spirit still works through God’s people today.

]]> What does it mean to be a prophet of God? In this episode we explore the calling, character, and message of the prophets from the Old Testament to their fulfillment in Christ. Drawing from Scripture we look at how God speaks through His servants, how the prophetic word carries His heart, and why the message is as urgent today as ever. We will journey through passages like 2 Samuel, Jeremiah, Isaiah, Jonah, Joel, and Numbers discovering the fire and compassion in God’s word. You will see how the prophets pointed to Jesus and how the Spirit still works through God’s people today. Miranda Nelson false No 4632 1 4 full Dr. Coulter - Holiness Theology Dr. Coulter - Holiness Theology https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/stts1e3/ https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/stts1e3/#comments Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:49:32 -0700 spirittalktheology.podbean.com/5f3db1a7-285b-39b0-88e5-02aa7e283333 In this episode, Church Historian & Theologian Dr. Dale Coulter joins us to explore the depth and beauty of holiness, not as legalism, but as healing, wholeness, and divine love at work in the human heart. Dr. Coulter shares from his Oxford research on Richard of St. Victor and the Abbey of St. Victor, where spirituality, worship, and study came together in a holistic pursuit of knowing God. He explains how meditation, contemplation, and imagination open us to revelation and how the Spirit transforms both head and heart into harmony. 

• Holiness as healing and wholeness, not rule-keeping.

• The union of intellect, worship, and emotion in spiritual life.

• The link between meditation, contemplation, and revelation.

• The influence of Richard of St. Victor and medieval spirituality.

• How divine love reshapes our desires and actions.

• Holiness expressed through compassion and social renewal

]]> In this episode, Church Historian & Theologian Dr. Dale Coulter joins us to explore the depth and beauty of holiness, not as legalism, but as healing, wholeness, and divine love at work in the human heart. Dr. Coulter shares from his Oxford research on Richard of St. Victor and the Abbey of St. Victor, where spirituality, worship, and study came together in a holistic pursuit of knowing God. He explains how meditation, contemplation, and imagination open us to revelation and how the Spirit transforms both head and heart into harmony. 

• Holiness as healing and wholeness, not rule-keeping.

• The union of intellect, worship, and emotion in spiritual life.

• The link between meditation, contemplation, and revelation.

• The influence of Richard of St. Victor and medieval spirituality.

• How divine love reshapes our desires and actions.

• Holiness expressed through compassion and social renewal

]]> In this episode, Church Historian & Theologian Dr. Dale Coulter joins us to explore the depth and beauty of holiness, not as legalism, but as healing, wholeness, and divine love at work in the human heart. Dr. Coulter shares from his Oxford research on Richard of St. Victor and the Abbey of St. Victor, where spirituality, worship, and study came together in a holistic pursuit of knowing God. He explains how meditation, contemplation, and imagination open us to revelation and how the Spirit transforms both head and heart into harmony. Miranda Nelson false No 6050 1 3 full Dr. Adewuya - Biblical Holiness and Transformative Grace Dr. Adewuya - Biblical Holiness and Transformative Grace https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/stts1e2/ https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/stts1e2/#comments Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:43:47 -0700 spirittalktheology.podbean.com/1bfea867-d550-3a44-8b44-a1c6c2f7f448 Welcome back to Spirit Talk Theology! 🎙️ In our second episode, we sit down with Dr. Ayodeji Adewuya, a New Testament scholar and teacher, for a rich conversation on holiness, grace, and what it truly means to live as God’s people. From Romans to James, Dr. Adewuya helps us see how Scripture calls us beyond compromise and into a life of transformation, restoration, and love.

 

📖 Topics we cover in this episode:

• Predestination in Romans 8 — understanding God’s purpose for His people.

• Holiness as transformation — grace, sanctification, and consecration.

• Communal holiness — why living in community shapes our faith.

• Relevance vs compromise — the salt metaphor and Christian conviction.

• Romans 7 — unpacking the “wretched man” passage. • What Jesus meant by “Be perfect as your Father is perfect.”

• Holiness and social justice — from Leviticus 19 to today’s world.

• Restoration and reconciliation — how the church can heal the fallen.

• The power of Christ’s sacrifice vs the power of sin.

]]> Welcome back to Spirit Talk Theology! 🎙️ In our second episode, we sit down with Dr. Ayodeji Adewuya, a New Testament scholar and teacher, for a rich conversation on holiness, grace, and what it truly means to live as God’s people. From Romans to James, Dr. Adewuya helps us see how Scripture calls us beyond compromise and into a life of transformation, restoration, and love.

 

📖 Topics we cover in this episode:

• Predestination in Romans 8 — understanding God’s purpose for His people.

• Holiness as transformation — grace, sanctification, and consecration.

• Communal holiness — why living in community shapes our faith.

• Relevance vs compromise — the salt metaphor and Christian conviction.

• Romans 7 — unpacking the “wretched man” passage. • What Jesus meant by “Be perfect as your Father is perfect.”

• Holiness and social justice — from Leviticus 19 to today’s world.

• Restoration and reconciliation — how the church can heal the fallen.

• The power of Christ’s sacrifice vs the power of sin.

]]> In our second episode, we sit down with Dr. Ayodeji Adewuya, a New Testament scholar and teacher, for a rich conversation on holiness, grace, and what it truly means to live as God’s people. From Romans to James, Dr. Adewuya helps us see how Scripture calls us beyond compromise and into a life of transformation, restoration, and love. Miranda Nelson false No 5106 1 2 full Insights from Jude: Why We Need to Contend for the Faith with Word and Spirit Insights from Jude: Why We Need to Contend for the Faith with Word and Spirit https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/stts1e1/ https://spirittalktheology.podbean.com/e/stts1e1/#comments Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:22:44 -0700 spirittalktheology.podbean.com/2a67c7f8-4b3e-346b-80fd-1bbb68373452 The premiere episode of Spirit Talk Theology, hosted by Miranda Nelson, lays a foundation for understanding why sound theology matters for every believer. Drawing from the letter of Jude, Miranda explores the importance of good doctrine, the role of the Holy Spirit in interpretation, and the balance between Scripture, tradition, reason, and experience known as the Wesleyan Quadrilateral.

Through biblical teaching and historical insight, she unpacks Jude’s warning against false teachers, the need to “contend for the faith,” and how to stay grounded in truth while walking in love and power. From the Trinity to the role of women in ministry, Miranda challenges believers to know God rightly, live faithfully, and guard the faith that’s been handed down through generations.

Spirit Talk Theology begins here: Where Word & Spirit Unite.

]]> The premiere episode of Spirit Talk Theology, hosted by Miranda Nelson, lays a foundation for understanding why sound theology matters for every believer. Drawing from the letter of Jude, Miranda explores the importance of good doctrine, the role of the Holy Spirit in interpretation, and the balance between Scripture, tradition, reason, and experience known as the Wesleyan Quadrilateral.

Through biblical teaching and historical insight, she unpacks Jude’s warning against false teachers, the need to “contend for the faith,” and how to stay grounded in truth while walking in love and power. From the Trinity to the role of women in ministry, Miranda challenges believers to know God rightly, live faithfully, and guard the faith that’s been handed down through generations.

Spirit Talk Theology begins here: Where Word & Spirit Unite.

]]> In our very first episode, we dive into the powerful and often overlooked letter of Jude. This conversation sets the tone for Spirit Talk Theology. 📖 Topics we cover in this episode: • Opening remarks & context — a warm conversation to set the scene. • Background on the book of Jude: authorship, audience, and its place in the New Testament. • The purpose of Jude’s letter: a bold warning against false teachers and a call to contend for the faith. • Historical examples of God’s judgment — from Israel in the wilderness to fallen angels and Sodom & Gomorrah. • Characteristics of false teachers — arrogance, corruption, and rebellion (Cain, Balaam, Korah). • Encouragement for believers — building ourselves up in the faith, praying in the Holy Spirit, and keeping in God’s love. • Practical application — showing mercy, rescuing those in danger, and avoiding spiritual contamination. • Closing doxology — a celebration of God’s power to keep us from stumbling and present us blameless with great joy. Miranda Nelson false No 5826 1 1 full