The Sattler College Podcast

Jan 14 2025 19 ep. 53 mins 3
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This is the Sattler College Podcast, where President Johnson dives into topics of Relational Discipleship and Academic Excellence with the staff and faculty of Sattler College and beyond.

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Faith, Media, and Mission Balancing the Call

Jan 14 2025 55 mins  
In this episode, Daniel Willis shares his inspiring journey from a tumultuous past to a faith-driven life as a videographer and editor spreading the gospel. Join us as we delve into transformative journeys of faith, exploring the intersections of personal testimony, early Christian teachings, and the pursuit of authentic discipleship. Through an engaging conversation, we uncover th

Exploring the Holiness Movement

Nov 08 2024 40 mins  
Wallace Thornton Jr., a minister and independent scholar with deep expertise in the Holiness movement, shares his journey through over 30 years of ministry, which includes teaching church history across three colleges, pastoring, and writing extensively on the Holiness movement. Known for his works like Radical Righteousness and When the Fire Fell, he offers unique insights into th

Navigating the World of Christian Denominations

Oct 25 2024 44 mins  
In this episode, Joshua Lindsey, creator of the YouTube channel Ready to Harvest, shares his journey from Bible college to becoming a prominent voice in the study of Christian denominations. Joshua explains how he maintains a neutral point of view when covering various denominations and dives into the research process behind his in-depth videos. He also discusses the ethics of crea

"Greek Never Died"

Oct 04 2024 48 mins  
In this episode, Jose Diaz, a PhD student in Greek New Testament studies at Andrews University and new faculty member at Sattler College, shares his journey from Mexico to the U.S., his passion for teaching biblical Greek, and how he uses second language acquisition methods to make Greek a living language for students. He also discusses the debate over Greek pronunciation, using pr

Evangelism in Daily Life

Sep 19 2024 59 mins  
Sattler alumnus Timothy Miller reflects on how his journey of faith led him to pursue a calling in pastoral ministry and family business. Timothy shares insights on the importance of spiritual disciplines, integrating faith with work, and how the gospel shapes our view of life’s challenges. They explore the significance of witnessing to the resurrection in everyday life and how e

The Founding and Future of Sattler College

Jun 12 2024 47 mins  
Dr. Finny Kuruvilla joins President Johnson to discuss his vision for Sattler College and the story behind its founding. He shares how childhood and college experiences inspired this vision. His father started a Bible college in India and Dr. Kuruvilla led Intervarsity Christian Fellowship on his campus. He describes how studying twentieth century revivalists and watching Harvard s

In My Element: Reshaping a Life for Eternal Impact

May 29 2024 42 mins  
DescriptionA Sattler alumnus tells how God took him from his comfort zone to start a business in India. After a personal tragedy revived his passion for eternal things, he replanned his life which eventually led him to prepare at Sattler College. While finishing his studies, he and his team started a business and prepared to move to India. He explains his risky decision to move abr

Hope and Healing from Sexual Addiction

Apr 30 2024 49 mins  
Special guest Arthur Nisly shares his passion for redemption from sexual brokenness. He started an organization to help men find freedom from unwanted sexual behaviors and to train others to do the same. In this conversation with President Zack Johnson, he shares his story of leaving El Salvador after 30 years and hearing God’s call to start this ministry. He explains why many st

Culture Shock, Thermal Shock - From India and Kenya to Boston

Apr 19 2024 38 mins  
When Lesther and Vishwas arrived in Boston from Kenya and India, they were warned about cold winters. They have since learned there are bigger adjustments to life in the US. These freshmen study computer science at Sattler College. They share their backgrounds, reasons for choosing Sattler, and their experiences coming to the US for the first time. Both students were attracted by t

Working the Road

Mar 21 2024 65 mins  
David Eicher loves learning. In this episode, he discusses his lifelong passion for learning and a newer passion for literacy. He tells President Johnson how he got into college, then teaching and educational consulting. The journey included dinner conversations about grammar, a blue-collar boss who encouraged his pursuits, and a realization of his life calling. Experience David’