Christ is All: Frank Viola Audio

#255: Rediscovering the Apostolic Church

This episode combines the eighth and ninth interviews on Frank Viola’s seminal book, “The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded.” In these back-to-back interviews, Frank discusses the powerful story of the apostolic church and how it brings the New Testament letters to life. He covers some often misunderstood texts as well as the shortcomings of chronological Bibles. He also issues a timely word to the Charismatic and Pentecostal movements. For details on this new volume, go to http://frankviola.org/uts.

#254: A Bombshell Dropped on the New Testament Playground

This is the seventh interview on Frank Viola’s seminal book, “The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded.” In the interview, Frank discusses the main hindrances that prevent us from fully understanding God’s Word and their remedies. Some have called this revolutionary book “a bombshell dropped on the New Testament playground.” For details on this new volume, go to http://frankviola.org/uts. Also mentioned on this episode:

The Deeper Christian Life Network

Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom

Frank's Blog

#253: Christians Are Behind the Ball Again

Introducing Masterminds. For details about Frank Viola's high-level mastermind for pastors, preachers, and teachers, go to THE INSURGENCE EXPERIENCE – A Mastermind for Kingdom Leaders and apply. Exploring the connection economy for Christians.

#252: 3D Glasses for Reading the New Testament: Frank Viola & Leonard Sweet

In this mini-seminar, Frank Viola talks with Leonard Sweet and his doctrinal students about four obstacles that prevent us from fully understating the New Testament along with a remedy. Frank discusses his new book The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded (2025) which functions as a pair of 3D glasses that make the New Testament clear. A question-answer session follows. For details on Frank’s book, The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded (2025), go to http://frankviola.org/uts.

Frank and Leonard have co-authored three books together on Jesus. View them at http://frankviola.org/JesusTrilogy.

#251: Restoration Q & A

Ministers, students, and faculty ask Frank questions about his message “A Collision of Temples: God’s Restoration Work Continues” – which is episode #248 of this podcast. Restoration 2025.

#250: Despise Not the Day of Small Things: Restoring God’s Eternal Purpose

Frank delivers a captivating message to a network of churches in Michigan. Restoration 2025.

#249: Mud In Your Eye: Jesus vs. the Religious Mind

Frank delivers a unique message to ministers, faculty, and grad students at a Christian college in Michigan. Restoration 2025.

#248: A Collision of Temples: God’s Restoration Work Continues

Frank delivers a powerful message at a conference hosted by a Christian college in Michigan. Restoration 2025.

#247: Romans 8 Dramatized

Frank delivers a powerful remix of Romans 8:28-39 at a conference in Nashville, TN.

#246: The Feast of Tabernacles Meets the Church

The IXP Mastermind

Frank's Blog

All Podcast Episodes

Free Stuff

The Insurgence Podcast

#245: Revival, Reformation, Restoration, and Revolution

Revival, Reformation, Restoration, and Revolution

Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom

The Insurgence Podcast

#244: Genesis 1 & 2 Remixed

Today, we are featuring a message Frank delivered at a conference in Indiana. The entire series of messages – along with many other conferences messages, unreleased interviews, and two never-before-released eBooks – will be part of an asynchronous online seminar to release in January 2026.

The seminar will be called Reimagining Scripture, Prayer, and Discipleship.

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#243: Changed Into His Likeness: How We Are Transformed

This is another message Frank delivered at a conference in Mississippi recently. (You can listen to another message from the same conference in episode #242.)

The entire series of messages – along with many other conferences messages, unreleased interviews, and two never-before-released eBooks – will be part of an asynchronous online seminar to release in January 2026.

The seminar will be called Reimagining Scripture, Prayer, and Discipleship.

Get on Frank’s Thursday UNFILTERED email list to be notified when the seminar is available. Subscribe for free at frankviola.org/join

#242: Encountering the Risen Christ: Then and Now

Today, we are featuring a message Frank delivered at a conference in Mississippi recently. The entire series of messages – along with many other conferences messages, unreleased interviews, and two never-before-released eBooks – will be part of an asynchronous online seminar to release in January 2026.

The seminar will be called Reimagining Scripture, Prayer, and Discipleship.

Get on Frank’s Thursday UNFILTERED email list to be notified when the seminar is available. Subscribe for free at frankviola.org/join

#241: Examples of How We Misunderstand the New Testament

This is the sixth interview on Frank Viola’s seminal book, The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded. In the interview, Frank describes his book as a distillation of over 1,000 books combined into one volume. He answers many unique questions about the book, both theological and spiritual, and gives examples of how certain verses are routinely misunderstood by Christians as a result of not knowing the Narrative. For details on this new volume, go to http://frankviola.org/uts.

#240: A Revolution in Understanding Your New Testament (Spiritual Windshield Wipers)

This is the fifth interview on Frank Viola’s landmark book, The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded. In the interview, Frank answers the question, “What do you think the Holy Spirit is saying to the body of Christ today?” He also talks about how Aaron Judge, the New York Yankee baseball player, has a copy of the book. For details on this new volume, go to http://frankviola.org/uts.

#239: Three Scholars Mix It Up with Frank on the New Testament

A theologian, a New Testament professor, and an Old Testament professor mix it up with Frank Viola on his landmark book, The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded. From the After Class Podcast with Samuel C. Long, Ronald D. Peters, and John C. Nugent. This is the fourth interview on this title. For details on the book, go to http://frankviola.org/uts.

#238: The New Testament Decoded

David Capes, Senior Research Fellow, Dean of Biblical & Theological Studies and Professor of Greek and New Testament at Wheaton College, interviews Frank on his new book, The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded. This is the third interview on this title. For details on the book, go to http://frankviola.org/uts.

#237: BURN THAT CANDLE: Unlocking the New Testament Story

Frank delivers a powerful message on the New Testament narrative. It opens and ends with a short music trailer. The message has been described as “a jaw-dropping, earth-sharking performance. A hydrogen bomb of sheer force, it builds up the drama as it proceeds. A powerhouse from the very beginning – passionate, emotive, insightful with nuclear-energy. The message expands the author’s sonic palette and leaves listeners with a devastating impression.” For details on the book mentioned at the beginning and the end, go to http://frankviola.org/uts.

#236: Rethinking the New Testament

This is the second interview Frank did on his new book, The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded. It covers different ground than his first interview (which is available on this podcast – episode #235). The new edition of the book has a stunning white cover with elegant brushstrokes on the borders, and it’s been endorsed by 20 first-rate scholars. For details on the book, go to http://frankviola.org/uts.

#235: The Kingdom in the New Testament Drama

This is the very first interview Frank did on his new book, The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded. The new edition has a stunning white cover with elegant brushstrokes on the borders, and it’s been endorsed by 20 first-rate scholars. The interview is a replay from the Insurgence Podcast (due to its importance). For details on the book, go to TheUntoldStory.net.

#234: The Storm Before the Calm

For details on Frank’s new book on the New Testament story, go to http://frankviola.org/uts.

#233: Live Q & A - Leadership Conference

After he spoke at a leadership conference, pastors and teaches ask Frank questions. This audio contains the entire question and answer session.

For a catalog of all of Frank’s books, go to frankviola.org/books.

#232: Rethinking the Fear of the Lord

The Fear of God vs. His Limitless Grace

Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom

The Insurgence Podcast

#231: The Kingdom of God vs. the Church - Exposing a Myth

In this interview, Frank Viola talks about the gospel of the kingdom and destroys a myth regarding the kingdom vs. the church.

Insurgence: Insurgence.org

Frank's A-List Blog: frankviola.org

Insurgence Podcast: frankviola.org/insurgencepodcast

Kingdom Website: GospeloftheKingdom.com

 

#230: What is the Gospel of the Kingdom?

Frank is interviewed on his 2008 book with George Barna (PAGAN CHRISTIANITY) and his 2018 book (INSURGENCE). Both books are similar in that one deconstructs modern concepts of "church" and the other deconstructs modern concepts of "kingdom" yet also offers solutions (INSURGENCE).

Insurgence: Insurgence.org

Frank's A-List Blog: frankviola.org

Podcast: frankviola.info/podcast

Kingdom Website: GospeloftheKingdom.com

#229: How Do You Hear the Voice of Jesus Today?

How does Jesus Christ speak today and how do you recognize His voice? These are the questions that Frank Viola answers in this fascinating interview. To learn more about the book mentioned in the interview, go to JesusSpeaks.me

Insurgence: http://Insurgence.org
Frank's A-List Blog: http://frankviola.org
Podcast: http://frankviola.info/podcast
Kingdom Website: http://GospeloftheKingdom.com

#228: The Race Card of Jesus Christ

Substance TV interviews Frank on racism, attacking subversive books, the gospel of the kingdom, the progressive left, the conservative right, and water baptism. Originally aired in 2018. For details, see Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom.

#227: Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom

The Gospel of the Kingdom. In this video, Eric Metaxas introduces the topic which is followed by an introduction by Frank Viola along with several chapters from "INSURGENCE: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom." For details, go to Insurgence.org.

#226: The Subtlety of God's Presence

An excerpt from one of the messages Frank delivered at the 2018 Deeper Christian Life Conference. The theme of the conference was BEAUTIFUL PURSUIT: Lessons on Knowing the Lord. Gain access to it at The Deeper Christian Life Network.

#225: What's the Full Gospel, Really?

Every wondered what the full gospel is? Well, it's much more than signs, wonders, miracles, and speaking in tongues. In this interview with popular radio host Vince Coakley, Frank Viola unveils the full gospel and explains just how radical it is. 

Insurgence: http://Insurgence.org
Frank's A-List Blog: http://frankviola.org
Podcast: http://frankviola.info/podcast
Kingdom Website: http://GospeloftheKingdom.com

#224: Frank Interviews a Famous Pastor in America (Spoof)

The pastor, whose notable sermon was featured on episode #212 (“Things You've Never Heard About the Bible”), joins Frank in the studio to be grilled with incisive questions. Be sure to listen to the very end where the interview takes a tragic turn. Following the interview, Frank takes calls from listeners.

Things You’ve Never Heard About the Bible (Spoof)

#223: The Conservative Right, the Progressive Left, and the Politics of Jesus

Frank Viola is interviewed by Bob Dutko on the gospel of the kingdom, the Insurgence, and the politics of Jesus. A challenge to both the conservative right and the progressive left.

For details, go to Insurgence.org.

#222: The Kingdom of God & Politics Among Today's Youth

Frank Viola is interviewed by top Christian Millennial leader where they discuss the gospel of kingdom (the Insurgence) among 20s and 30s today. A must for Christians of all ages. Politically controversial.

Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom

The Insurgence Podcast

Frank’s Book Catalog

#221: The Industrial Religious Complex

In this interview, Frank Viola answers incisive questions about what he calls “The Industrial Religious Complex.”

48 Laws of Spiritual Power

Developing Your Spiritual Taste Buds

The IXP Mastermind

The Deeper Christian Life Network

I Don’t Fit Into the Club

The Message That Sparked a Revolution

Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom

The Insurgence Podcast

Frank’s Book Catalog

#220: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part VI

Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the sixth part of a series. Questions answered are: How do I stay energized and avoid burnout in this demanding vocation? I have listened to many of your podcasts and read many of your books but I'd like to make an observation and ask a question. Why is it that nearly all of your podcast conversation partners are "lead pastors" or seminary graduates instead of actual practitioners of the things you teach and emphasize in most of your books and teachings. Why don’t you do episodes on organic church life?

48 Laws of Spiritual Power

The IXP Mastermind

Frank’s Book Catalog

The Deeper Christian Life Network

#219: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part V

Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the fifth part of a series.

Questions answered are: How do you respond to criticism? What is the most difficult aspect of ministry for you? I’m a 35-year old lead pastor and I’m interested in your IXP Mastermind. Can you tell me about it? The research shows that the majority of pastors in the US suffer from depression, and from my experience in ministry, this is true. What would you say to a pastor struggling with depression?

48 Laws of Spiritual Power

Frank’s Book Catalog

The Deeper Christian Life Network

The IXP Mastermind

Most Christian Leaders Have No Clue About …

If You’re a Pastor, You Need to Read This!

#218: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part IV

Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the fourth part of a series.

Questions answered are: What spiritual disciplines do you find important to your ministry? How do you personally practice mutual submission in ministry?

The IXP Mastermind

Living by the Indwelling Life of Christ

Jesus Speaks

The Deeper Christian Life Network

#217: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part III

Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the third part of a series.

Questions answered are: What is something you wish someone had prepared you for when you began in ministry? How do you define success in ministry? What one or two books are you reading right now?

48 Laws of Spiritual Power

God’s Favorite Place on Earth

Rethinking Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh

15+ Years of Projects (and Failing Gloriously)

The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded

Conference Messages

The Jesus Trilogy

#216: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part II

Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the second part of a series.

Questions answered are: How do you prepare your messages?

48 Laws of Spiritual Power

Conference Messages

Frank’s Book Catalog

#215: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part I

Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the first part of a series.

Questions answered are: How do I balance the demands of ministry with family life and personal time?

48 Laws of Spiritual Power

The Insurgence Podcast

Frank’s Book Catalog

PROLIFIC program

#214: An Improvised Opus (Lord, Breathe)

The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded

The IXP Mastermind

Messages from the Ministry Leadership Conference

O Lord, Breathe Thy Spirit on Me (Lyrics)

#213: A Recipe for Finding Fellowship

Frank’s Book Catalog

The Insurgence Podcast

The Deeper Christian Life Network

What is the Deeper Journey?

Why You Can’t Find an Organic Church

Articles

Industrial Church and Discipleship

Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom

How to Form a Kingdom Cell Where You Live

Songs for the Kingdom

Conference Messages

#212: Things You’ve Never Heard About the Bible (Spoof)

Frank features a Bible-based preacher (and self-professed scholar) who gives an interesting discourse on Paul of Tarsus in the New Testament. Namely, the bad things Paul did, the good things Paul did, and the things that Paul did that were neither good nor bad. One of the biblical references the preacher cites is 1 Corinthians 9:27 in the NASB (1977 version) which reads, “But I buffet my body and make it my slave, lest possibly, after I have preached to others, I myself should be disqualified.”

#211: Uncommon Advice for Christian Leaders and Creators: Part IV

Part 4 of Josh Khachadourian’s interview with Frank. This episode covers how to deal with criticism, the three types of critics, when you know it’s time to write a book, Frank’s favorite books in his catalog, the main pieces of advice for Christians who want to make an impact in the world, the revolutionary kingdom message, how to find a mentor.

Preface from Frank for this episode: “I was a guest on a show tailored to Christian men in ministry and business. In it, I discussed what I believe to be critical insights for all leaders and creators, both women and men. While the context was faith-based, the substance is universal. And while the specific podcast I was interviewed on was geared toward men, the advice is for everyone. The interview contains some of my best advice for those making a ruckus – ministers, writers, teachers, musicians, artists, teachers, spiritual leaders, etc.” 

48 Laws of Spiritual Power

Frank’s Book Catalog

The Insurgence Podcast

Mentoring Articles & Audios

The IXP Mastermind

Donations

#210: Uncommon Advice for Christian Leaders and Creators: Part III

Part 3 of Josh Khachadourian’s interview with Frank. This episode covers failure and reassurance, handling compliments and criticisms, how to reframe failure and learn from it, the necessity for investing in training, mentor/mentee relationships, a critical resource for authors, bloggers, creators.

Preface from Frank for this episode: “I was a guest on a show tailored to Christian men in ministry and business. In it, I discussed what I believe to be critical insights for all leaders and creators, both women and men. While the context was faith-based, the substance is universal. And while the specific podcast I was interviewed on was geared toward men, the advice is for everyone. The interview contains some of my best advice for those making a ruckus – ministers, writers, teachers, musicians, artists, teachers, spiritual leaders, etc.” 

How to Defend Yourself Against Alien Abduction (the episode referred to in the interview)

The SCRIBE Online Training

#209: Uncommon Advice for Christian Leaders and Creators: Part II

Part 2 of Josh Khachadourian’s interview with Frank. This episode covers the definition of success, knowing when to launch, the weight of experience, controversy, navigating joy, life, and peace in your work, the meaning of courage.

Preface from Frank for this episode: “I was a guest on a show tailored to Christian men in ministry and business. In it, I discussed what I believe to be critical insights for all leaders and creators, both women and men. While the context was faith-based, the substance is universal. And while the specific podcast I was interviewed on was geared toward men, the advice is for everyone. The interview contains some of my best advice for those making a ruckus – ministers, writers, teachers, musicians, artists, teachers, spiritual leaders, etc.” 

48 Laws of Spiritual Power

#208: Uncommon Advice for Christian Leaders and Creators: Part I

Part 1 of Josh Khachadourian’s interview with Frank. This episode covers trends in Christianity, superficial spirituality vs. the deeper Christian life, productivity hacks and distractions, the studio life vs. the industrial life, dealing with discouragement.

Preface from Frank for this episode: “I was a guest on a show tailored to Christian men in ministry and business. In it, I discussed what I believe to be critical insights for all leaders and creators, both women and men. While the context was faith-based, the substance is universal. And while the specific podcast I was interviewed on was geared toward men, the advice is for everyone. The interview contains some of my best advice for those making a ruckus – ministers, writers, teachers, musicians, artists, teachers, spiritual leaders, etc.” 

PROLIFIC program

48 Laws of Spiritual Power

#207: Rejection, Resilience, and Reframing

Living by the Indwelling Life of Christ

I Don’t Fit Into the Club

Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom

The Day I Met Jesus

ReGrace: What the Shocking Beliefs of the Great Christian Can Teach Us Today

The Insurgence Podcast

Free Stuff

Donations

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#206: Living in the Presence of the Future: Part II

This message is part of the Exquisite Passion Master Class on The Deeper Christian Life Network. It’s called “Living in the Presence of the Future: The Already But Not Yet."

The Deeper Christian Life Network

Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom

The Insurgence Podcast

Revise Us Again

Frank's Blog