Join me for an encouraging and practical conversation with Dr. Andy Naselli on the topic of sanctification—how Christians grow in holiness. I recently had the opportunity to host this Q&A with Dr. Naselli at a conference hosted by Faith Evangelical Free Church in Grand Forks, ND.
We had a previous conversation on episode 91 of the podcast, where we discussed his book ‘How to Read a Book: Advice for Christian Readers.’
Dr. Naselli serves as Professor of Systematic Theology and New Testament at Bethlehem College and Seminary in Minneapolis, and as lead pastor of Christ the King Church in Stillwater, MN. He has authored around 25 books on theology and Christian living.
In this conversation, we explore:
- The role of works in the Christian life
- How God’s sovereignty and human responsibility intersect
- Practical ways to pursue Christlikeness
- The role of theology in spiritual growth
- The importance of reading and cultivating a learning culture in churches
Listen to the Conversation
Meet Our Guest

Andy Naselli is a professor of systematic theology and New Testament at Bethlehem College and seminary in Minneapolis and one of the pastors of The North Church in Mounds View, Minnesota. He’s also an avid reader, an author, and has additional resources available at AndyNaselli.com.
Additional Resources
- Pick up a copy of How To Read A Book
- Visit AndyNaselli.com for additional resources

How to Understand and Apply the New Testament: Twelve Steps from Exegesis to Theology
In his easy-to-understand guide to New Testament exegesis, Andrew Naselli explains and illustrates each step of a logical twelve-stage interpretive process that pastors, scholars, teachers, and laypeople can use with benefit. Move from genre to textual criticism, take Greek grammar and literary context into account, and journey through the passage all the way to practical application. Learn how to track an author’s thought-flow, grasp the text’s message, and apply the ancient Word in this modern world, all in light of Christ’s redeeming work. Then plunge into Naselli’s recommended resources to go further in your studies every step of the way.