Our Timeless Faith: Recent Episodes
Wyatt McIntyre
Join host Wyatt McIntyre in an exploration of our timeless Christian faith and what it means, what it looks like against the backdrop of our changing world.
In the Heidelberg Disputation Martin Luther laid out what would become known as the Theologia Crucis, the Theology of the Cross, contrasting it against the dominant Theologia Gloriae, or Theology of Glory of his day. This Theology of the Cross would seek to return the church to a biblical understanding of the Cross, Christ, God, our Free Will and our Works, amongst other things, touching on everything from how we view God to righteousness to suffering. As relevant today as it was when Luther first laid it out, particularly as we repackage and reframe Glory Theology against the backdrop of our present age, it is important to once more explore what the Theology of the Cross is and what it means for us.
A phrase that originated from Cyprian of Carthage and one of his letters the expression "Extra ecclesiam nulla salus", or "Outside of the Church there is no salvation", is incredibly controversial in some circles, regarded as heretical by certain Protestant Churches. This isn't surprising considering how the idea has been abused and weaponized in the past, particularly by the Church in Rome prior to the Second Vatican Council. Yet is there biblical truth to it? Is there a scriptural understanding that we can apply to our life? The Protestant Reformers maintained that there was, and that the premise was correct, but the application by the Catholic church was not. How did they understand it then and what does that mean for us, particularly in an age where we say there are many paths to God. That is what Wyatt McIntyre will be exploring this week as he continues his journey into theological terms and phrases that Christians should know.
There is an inherent tension in the life of the Christian whereby they are justified, but even as they are justified they remain a sinner. What does this mean, and what does this tension look like? That’s what Wyatt McIntyre will be exploring this week as he continues his journey into theological terms and phrases by exploring Simul Justus et Peccator.
Often used by the Reformed Church and drawn from the work of a 17th century Dutch theologian the term “ecclesia reformata, semper reformanda secundum verbi Dei” is often seen as simply a Reformed expression. Yet, it represents a timeless theological truth which is applicable to all churches. This week Wyatt McIntyre explores this expression to consider its implications and application for the Church
There are two prevailing thoughts in Christianity. The first seeks to elevate creeds, councils and confessions to the same level as the Scriptures, believing them to be a second source of special revelation. The second disregards them as man made traditions that hinder our spiritual growth and stand in the way of Sola Scriptura. The Reformers understood a third way, this is that these traditions constituted the Norma Normata, the Normed Norm. What is this mean though? That’s what Wyatt McIntyre will be exploring this week.
The expression Norma Normans Non Normata is not a common expression in Christianity today. Yet, it is a phrase rich in meaning which helps us to understand the Scriptures and the authority that they have. Join Wyatt this week as he discusses what it means to say that the Word of God is “The Normative Norm which is not Normed.”
One of the popular slogans to arise out of the Reformation was "Sola Scriptura" or "By Scriptura Alone". It was an expression of the supremacy of God's Word and its place of authority over the church and in the life of the believer. Yet, it is a term which is so often misunderstood, misinterpreted or misused. Join Wyatt McIntyre this week as he continues his exploration of theological terms and phrases by exploring the meaning and the purpose of "Sola Scriptura"
Scriptural interpretation can be a daunting task, especially when one considers that they are often told that Scriptures are ambiguous and enigmatic. Yet the Reformers provided a principle to help cut through confusion and subjective views of Scripture, recognizing the unity and harmony that exists within them. In this episode join Wyatt McIntyre as he explores the idea of Scriptura Sacra Sui Ipsius Interpres.
The language we use is important, particularly when we are talking about the things of God. This means not only knowing theologically relevant words and phrases but the meaning that’s behind them. This week Wyatt McIntyre launches a new series where he will explore theological terms and ideas found in Scripture.
As we conclude our series on popular expressions and sayings found within Christianity today join Wyatt McIntyre as he discusses the importance of examining these ideas through the Scripture and why we should abandon these cliches for a more robust, deeper understanding.
Often times we hear the expression “All you need to do is just ask Jesus into your heart” as an answer to the question of “What must I do to be saved?” Continuing his exploration of common expressions and sayings that are found in Christianity Wyatt McIntyre will explore that statement and ask if It is a proper understanding of conversion to the Christian life.
We often times hear Christians say “It’s not my place to judge” or some form of it. In a world where the worst sin you can commit is to tell someone they are wrong or what they are doing is wrong it seems safe. But is it a proper Christian attitude and understanding? This week join Wyatt McIntyre as he explores the question of Christian judgment.
“When God closes a door He opens a window” has become a popular Christian saying, one that is frequently used. In this episode Wyatt McIntyre explores the history and idea behind it as he questions if it is a biblical understanding with a strong theology backing. Join him as he continues an exploration of popular Christian expressions and sayings.
Continuing our exploration of common expressions and saying we hear in Christianity today Wyatt McIntyre looks at the expression “Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin” and discusses how this statement measures up biblically, and what we mean/should mean when we say it.
In this episode we continue our ongoing series on common expressions and phrases that we hear in Christianity by exploring the idea of “God helps those who help themselves.” Join Wyatt McIntyre as he explores the origins, and the ideas behind this expression and asks the question of if it is biblical.
In the fourth part of his ongoing series on common expressions and sayings we hear in Christianity today Wyatt McIntyre talks about one of the most common statements we can hear, namely “God never gives us more than we can handle.” Join him as he discusses the theology and theological implications that lie just beneath the surface.
In part three of his exploration of common expressions found in Christianity Wyatt McIntyre explores the idea of “No Book but the Bible”, and discusses if this is a solid foundation for our faith and a proper representation of the idea of Sola Scriptura.
Join Wyatt McIntyre as he continues his exploration of different expressions and sayings that we hear in Christianity today. On this weeks episode he will explore the concept of “No Creed but Christ “ and discuss whether or not that’s an appropriate understanding relevant to our age.
Join with Wyatt as he begins a series exploring common expressions that are often used to explain Christian thought. In this episode he explores the statement “Christianity is a relationship, not a religion” and whether that is an accurate statement or not.