Podcast Episodes

285: R.C. Sproul - The Birth of Jesus

Let's Not Talk About Love.

In this episode, we discuss R.C. Sproul's Christmas sermon wherein he preaches on the Gospel of Luke chapter 2. The espresso kicked in early, and we read through the whole …

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

284: Early Church Fathers on the Birth of Jesus

Is It Too Early for Jesus' Birth?

In this episode, we read excerpts from various early church fathers on Jesus' birth, with a heavy emphasis on the historicity of God's incarnation. What part did ear…

Published on 3 years ago

283: Luther - It is true that the child was born of the virgin and is mine

It's Addressed To You. Open It!

In this episode, we discuss Martin Luther's sermon on Luke 2 for Christmas afternoon. What's the consequence of the "to you" and "for you" of Luke's Gospel message for…

Published on 3 years ago

282: Irenaeus - Learn that Christ, born of the virgin, is your Lord and Savior

Ted, Just Admit It! He's Always Been The Lamb.

In this episode, we discuss Irenaeus' Proof of Apostolic Preaching and what he has to say to those who make a show of faith but deny the incarnation of …

Published on 3 years ago

281: The Torah Anticipates Lawbreaking

Torah! Torah! Torah!

In this episode, we discuss the book, Reading Moses, Seeing Jesus: How the Torah (Law) Fulfills its Goal in Yeshua (Jesus). This time it's all about how to read and exegete the S…

Published on 3 years ago

280: Augustine - The Righteousness Which is of God, and the Righteousness Which is of the Law

Who's Running the Verbs of Grace?

In this episode, we discuss Augustine's defense of God's grace against the Pelagians, with a healthy dose of Reformation theology added for seasoning.

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Published on 3 years ago

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Published on 3 years ago

279: Tim Keller - The Purpose of Christmas

They Call Me… Tim.

In this episode, we discuss Tim Keller's sermon, The Purpose of Christmas. Does it matter that Jesus' birth is a historical fact? What's the difference between an eyewitness accoun…

Published on 3 years ago

278: Nestorius - Against the Theotokos

Divide by Two, but Add by One.

In this episode, we discuss Nestorius' sermon on whether Mary was Theotokos or not and what happens when one tries to comment on the two natures of God using Greek phil…

Published on 3 years ago

277: Von Rad - The Prophet's Freedom

God Doesn't Do Prophet-sharing.

In this episode, we discuss Gerhard von Rad's explanation of a prophet's freedom and lack of choice regarding his call and proclamation. What's at stake for preachers,…

Published on 3 years, 1 month ago