Baptist Perspective: Recent Episodes
Jimmy K. Barber
This podcast examines Scriptural issues from a Baptist perspective, focusing on the distinction and contrasts between Baptists and Reformers. It seeks to provide clear, concise answers to enable young believers to gain an initial, high level grasp of important issues. We desire that this podcast will enlighten and encourage the listeners in their Christian pilgrimage as they contend for the Baptist faith.
Our study for today introduces the subject of justification. Not only is justification defined, but a brief overview of justification by faith, blood, Christ, and grace reveal that faith or man believing is not the means of justification.
Our study for today shows other verses that declare without question that Christ actually redeemed, reconciled, made satisfaction, and sanctified those for whom He died. Christ saved; He did not simply make salvation possible.
Our study for today continues to show that verses like John 3:16 and 20:30-31 are generally ignored in their true sense. Various renowned commentators avoid the correct interpretation of such verses and interpret them to fit their theology rather than bow to the truth of the Holy Scriptures. Salvation is by the work of Christ alone and it is not centered on the actions of man.
Today we begin looking more specifically at the work of Christ regarding salvation. We begin by reviewing somewhat the meaning of salvation and supply some thoughts illustrating that salvation is by the finished work of Christ and not centered on any action of man.
Today we continue studying the Person and work of Christ in connection to salvation. We are continuing this discussion as introduced in the previous podcast regarding the redemptive work of Christ. Today we are showing that the Seed of the woman and the Seed of Abraham is the same Seed of David promised by the Lord.
Today we continue studying the Person and work of Christ in connection to salvation. We are continuing this discussion as introduced in the previous podcast regarding the redemptive work of Christ as it relates to the seed of Abraham regarding Genesis 15:6. Among the topics discussed are justification, faith, and the righteousness of God.
Today we continue studying the Person and work of Christ in connection to salvation. We are discussing the redemptive work of Christ as it relates to the life of Abraham regarding Genesis 15:6. Among the topics introduced are justification, faith, and the righteousness of God.
Today we continue studying the Person and work of Christ in connection to salvation. We are discussing the redemptive work of Christ as given Him by the Heavenly Father and that Christ Jesus is the Seed ordained in eternity as the Savior.
Today we continue studying the Person and work of Christ in connection to salvation. We are discussing the importance of the human nature of Christ in the incarnation and His death.
Today we continue studying the Person and work of Christ in connection to salvation. We are discussing the incarnation and the hypostatic union of Christ.
Today we continue studying the Person and work of Christ in connection to salvation. We are discussing the incarnation and the hypostatic union of Christ.
Today we continue studying the Person and work of Christ in connection to salvation. We are discussing the virgin birth of Christ as given to us by God in His inspired Word.
Today we continue studying the Person and work of Christ in connection to salvation. We are discussing the virgin birth of Christ as given to us by God in His inspired Word.
Today we continue studying the Person and work of Christ in connection to salvation. We are discussing the impeccability of Christ and the virgin birth.
Today we conclude our study of the fall and depravity of man and its connection to salvation.
Today we continue studying the doctrine of predestination and its connection to salvation. In this lesson, we will consider predestination as associated with Acts 4:28 and I Corinthians 2:7.
Today we continue studying the doctrine of predestination and its connection to salvation. In this lesson, we will consider predestination as given in Ephesians 1:5, 11.
Today we continue studying the doctrine of predestination and its connection to salvation. In this lesson, we briefly study the justified and glorified as listed in Romans 8:29-30.
Today we continue studying the doctrine of predestination and its connection to salvation. In this lesson, we study the calling of those predestinated to be conformed to the image of Christ Jesus. It is obvious that the calling is limited in scope to those loved by God before the world began.
Today we begin studying the doctrine of predestination and its connection to salvation. In this lesson, we define the term and begin to investigate more specifically how the word is used in the salvation of the people of God.
Today we continue studying the doctrine of adoption unto salvation. This podcast continues to show more information that adoption does not originate at faith and that it is an eternal and immanent act of God before the foundation of the world. It also concludes with the lengthy quote from an article on the subject by Elder J. D. Shain.
Today we continue studying the doctrine of adoption unto salvation. This podcast continues to show more information that adoption does not originate at faith and that it is an eternal and immanent act of God before the foundation of the world.
Today we continue studying the doctrine of adoption unto salvation. This podcast continues to show that adoption does not originate at faith and that it is an eternal and immanent act of God before the foundation of the world.
The study for today is concerning the doctrine of adoption unto salvation. In this podcast we see that many theologians are at odds with the Scriptures as to the origin of adoption.
The study for today continues with the doctrine of election unto salvation. In this podcast we are simply seeking to answer the charge that believing the doctrine of election will not cause one to live a life of sinfulness.
The study for today continues studying the doctrine of election unto salvation. In this podcast we find that it is the elect of God that are preserved and kept by faith not only in this life but they shall be ushered into the presence of the Lord in the world to come.
The study for today continues to show that election was not merely by the sovereign mercy and grace of God, but that it was purposed by Him in eternity and not based on any good in the creature. It was according to the will of God to the praise of His glory and honor.
The study for today is beginning to show that salvation is founded on the sovereign election of God and that it was not based on any action of man as foreseen by God in eternity. If man must do anything for his sins to be remitted then salvation is by works and not by grace.
Salvation is not left to the weakness of sinful man. God manifested His sovereignty in creation and He continues to manifest His sovereignty in providence. Equally, salvation is accomplished according to the sovereign grace of God.
Salvation was not an afterthought with God as a result of the fall of man. A brief study of some of the basic attributes of God proves this. The salvation of man was in the mind and purpose of God from all eternity.
The study for today establishes the standard by which we not only define and describe the doctrine of salvation and its related subjects, but it is the foundation on which all our podcasts are constructed. This seeks to avoid the confusion caused by the plurality of so-called translations propagated in modern times. It is essential that we know the will of God given by Him in the Holy Scriptures.
The study for today is the first of a series concerning the doctrine of salvation. Obviously, this subject is an umbrella covering many other doctrines taught in the Scriptures. The lesson today introduces the need for such a subject because of the general misconceptions believed by many.
The study today concludes the topic of “The Christian and Civil Government.” It provides some instructions regarding the individual responsibility of every individual toward God. Though the conscience of man is not to be forced by others in worshiping God, each person is responsible to bow to God and render obedience to Him as demanded by the Holy Scriptures.
The study today provides some general suggestions regarding individual responsibility toward civil government. Obviously, no society or government will rise any higher than the people and the values and goals established by them.
The study today gives insights concerning the overall status and confusion of many denominations and congregations regarding the importance of this subject. It is feared that not only all branches of so-called Christian religion, but the Baptists as a whole are totally unaware of the importance of the place of the Christian and his association with civil government.
The study today gives insights to the struggles and inconsistencies of the Baptists (particularly in the New England states) after securing religious freedom in the First Amendment of the Constitution of the United States of America. It further outlines why many today are quick to give up their freedom to the government because of taxation advantages.
The study today gives an overview of the podcast concerning the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America and supplies some of the inconsistencies of the Baptists during the same era.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America and John Leland’s work after he returned to Massachusetts from Virginia.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America as took place in Virginia. This podcast contains the letter sent to President George Washington from the Baptist General Committee as prepared by John Leland and the President’s reply to it.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America as took place in Virginia. It gives more insights regarding the times of John Leland and his influence in getting James Madison elected to the House of Representatives and the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America as took place in Virginia. It gives more insights regarding the times of John Leland and his influence in getting James Madison elected as a delegate of Virginia and religious freedom included in the ratification of the Constitution.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America as took place in Virginia. It gives more insights regarding the times of John Leland and the pivotal role of Patrick Henry in ratification of the Constitution.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America as took place in Virginia. It gives more insights regarding the times of John Leland and the persecutions in this colony prior to religious freedom.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America as took place in Virginia. It gives more insights of the persecutions in this colony during the life of John Leland.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America and sets the stage showing somewhat the lack of religious freedom in Virginia and the influence of John Leland in securing the freedom of worship in our nation. While government does not have the right to govern the conscience of man, man must ever know that he is responsible to be obedient to the law of God.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America and introduces John Leland and his valuable influence in securing the freedom of worship in our nation.
Today's study continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America and concludes our review of the life and influence of Isaac Backus in securing this freedom for our nation.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America. Today’s lesson shows how our nation strayed from the initial intent of the First Amendment and is in bondage to pagan philosophy.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America. It provides some background of the Baptists and their connection and influence regarding the general Congress and the war with England along with aid of Isaac Backus.
The study today continues with the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America. It provides some background of this struggle around the life of Isaac Backus who was introduced in the previous podcast.
The study today continues the history of sufferings of Obadiah Holmes in the struggles of religious freedom in the United States of America as it relates to the colony of Massachusetts. It also includes a brief introduction to Isaac Backus.
The study today continues the history of sufferings of Obadiah Holmes in the struggles of religious freedom in the United States of America as it relates to the colony of Massachusetts.
The study today continues looking into some of the history of the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America as it relates to the colony of Massachusetts and the life of Obadiah Holmes.
The study today begins with the struggles for religious freedom in the United States of America as it relates to the colony of Massachusetts.
The study today turns from the time of the Reformation to the early days of the colonies of the United States of America and the struggles for religious freedom.
The study today continues by supplying more information concerning John Calvin and his contribution to the reformed teachings and practices regarding the civil government’s role in punishing “heretics.”
The study today continues to supply history from the lives of Zwingli and Calvin regarding the Christian assembly and civil government as addressed by the Protestants and Baptists.
The study today continues in supplying some history of the dichotomy regarding the Christian assembly and civil government as addressed by the Protestants and Baptists.
Today we will briefly review our previous studies and begin to supply some history of this dichotomy regarding the Christian assembly and civil government as addressed by the Protestants and Baptists.
Our lesson today is another overview as to the relevancy of our subject. Too many Christians, including ministers, have disregarded this subject too long. May the Lord awaken us before it is too late and all of our liberties and freedoms are removed from us.
The lesson today involves the remaining verses listed by the Protestant confessions to support the congregation striving to change governmental rules and regulations and to promote a social climate under the tenets of the Bible.
We interrupt our studies today to reflect somewhat concerning the Christian, the congregation of God, and the civil government in connection with the Covid-19 virus.
We return today to our study of reviewing some of the scriptural references as listed in the confessions. This lesson discusses Isaiah 49:23, Deuteronomy 13:5-6 and Titus 3:1.
Our study today is a break from reviewing scriptural references of the confessions. It is an overview of the “religious right” and civil government.
We will continue our study of reviewing some of the scriptural references as listed in the confessions in today’s lesson. This lesson centers around I Timothy 2:1-2 and the Christian praying for in authority over us in civil government.
Today we will continue our study of Luke 3:14 and the overview of a Christian soldier along with the role of the Christian and civil government.
In this lesson, we continue to look at the relationship of civil government and the Christian as taught in the Scriptures. Today’s study is concerning their relationship to war and the Christian soldier as referenced in Luke 3:14.
Today we continue looking at the relationship of civil government and the Christian as taught in the Scriptures. Today’s study is centered around II Samuel 23:3 and Psalm 82:3-4.
Our study today is a break from our previous studies of this subject. It is an overview of the difficulties involved in seeking to draw the line of demarcation between that which belongs to Caesar and that which belongs to God.
Today we continue looking at the relationship of civil government and the Christian as taught in the Scriptures. Today’s study revolves around I Peter 2:13-17.
In our study today, we begin looking at the place of civil government as taught in the Scriptures and the role of the Christians related to this government.
In our study today, we summarize the issues from the previous two podcasts regarding this topic. We introduce briefly the foundations of modern religious involvements in civil government that has resulted in the government becoming more active in defining acceptable religious worship and working to set the guidelines for it.
Today’s study continues to examine various Protestant confessions to show not only some differences within them, but to demonstrate an acceptance of modern social issues within the Christian worship.
Many will think this topic is not essential for our modern times, but in reality it is extremely important. In fact, many Baptists are following Reformed ideology more than the historic Baptist position.
The study for today concludes our studies of the offices of the congregation and the overall subject of “ecclesiastical government.”
The study for today continues looking at the officers in the congregation that the Lord Jesus Christ appointed and their particular function. This session continues to study the office of deacon.
The study for today continues looking at the officers in the congregation that the Lord Jesus Christ appointed and their particular function. This session concludes studying the word for elder and his relationship within the assembly and begins looking into the office of deacon.
The study for today continues looking at the officers in the congregation that the Lord Jesus Christ appointed and their particular function. This session concludes studying the word for elder and his relationship within the assembly and found in I Timothy chapter five.
The study for today continues looking at the officers in the congregation that the Lord Jesus Christ appointed and their particular function. This session continues studying the word for elder and his relationship within the assembly.
The study for today continues looking at the officers in the congregation that the Lord Jesus Christ appointed and their particular function. This session continues studying the word for elder.
The study for today continues looking at the officers in the congregation that the Lord Jesus Christ appointed and their particular function. This session concludes the study of bishop and begins studying the word for elder.
The study for today continues looking at the officers in the congregation that the Lord Jesus Christ appointed and their particular function.
The study for today begins looking at the officers in the congregation that the Lord Jesus Christ appointed and their particular function.
Today’s podcast is the beginning of studying the Scriptures to see what is taught regarding the government of the New Testament congregation.
Our study today is the conclusion of why the Protestants believe in synods and councils that rule ecclesiastically over independent congregations as found in the Westminster Confession and under “The Form of Presbyterial Church-Government” of that confession.
We are continuing our study of why the Protestants believe in synods and councils that rule ecclesiastically over independent congregations as found in the Westminster Confession under “The Form of Presbyterial Church-Government.”
We are continuing our study of why the Protestants believe in synods and councils that rule ecclesiastically over independent congregations as found in the Westminster Confession under "The Form of Presbyterial Church-Government."
We are continuing our study of why the Protestants believe in synods and councils that rule ecclesiastically over independent congregations.
Today in our study on the subject of “Ecclesiastical Government” we will show that the council at Jerusalem in Acts chapter fifteen included the whole congregation and was under its authority.
Today we continue studying the subject of “Ecclesiastical Government” and will show the basic distinctions between the government of the Baptist and Protestants.
Today we will begin our subject of “Ecclesiastical Government” by looking at some reasons why this subject has become confused and clouded.
Today we will conclude discussing some of the benefits as listed in the confessions where both Protestants and Baptists agree.
Today we will continue discussing some of the benefits as listed in the confessions where both Protestants and Baptists agree.
Today, we will continue discussing some of the benefits as listed in the confessions where both Protestants and Baptists agree.
Today we will continue discussing some of the benefits as listed in the confessions where both Protestants and Baptists agree.
Today we will begin discussing some of the benefits as listed in the confessions where both Protestants and Baptists agree.
Our study today is of a more positive nature in that the remaining articles in both the Westminster and Baptist confessions are essentially the same. Therefore, we will discuss of blessings of the Lord’s Supper.
Our study today involves a further study of the distinction of the Lord’s Supper between the Protestants and the Baptists. Is it a mystery linked with various emotions or is it revealing the death of Christ in a memorial service?
In this study we begin comparing the difference between the standard reformed view and the Baptist view of the Lord’s Supper. This lesson also reviews again what is meant by the term “sacrament” because it is generally misunderstood by most people.
Today we will begin looking at the distinction between the Reformers and the Baptist regarding the Lord’s Supper. In this lesson we will show some of the basic positions of the Reformers.
The purpose of baptism is aligned with an understanding of the finished work of Christ. Too often in the worship of God today, baptism is centered on an emotional experience of the candidate or the increasing of a membership role. Hopefully, our study today will give deeper insight to the purpose of baptism.
We are continuing to study the purpose of baptism. In this day of emphasizing emotions and experiences over spiritual wisdom, it is essential that the purpose of baptism is ascertained.
Today we will begin studying the purpose of baptism. Since it is only taught in the New Testament, it is important that we know the purpose for which God gave this ordinance to His repentant believers.
Today’s episode contains Part 4 of our study of I Corinthians 12:13. It is a compilation of various scholars who support the view that this verse is water baptism and not some kind of “spirit baptism.”
Today’s episode contains Part 3 of our study of I Corinthians 12:13. In this episode, we will mainly consider the interpretation of the verse itself.
This episode is Part 2 of our study of I Corinthians 12:13. As previously stated, this passage is often used by both Baptists and Protestants to teach what is considered “spirit baptism” or “regeneration.”
As stated in our last podcast, today we will study I Corinthians 12:13. This passage is often used by both Baptists and Protestants to teach what is considered “spirit baptism” or “regeneration.”
Today we will look at the remaining passages given from the Westminster Confession of Faith which the Protestants use to support the baptism of infants of believing parents.
Today we continue to look at some of the other basic passages which the Protestants use to support the baptism of infants of believing parents.
We have studied the Greek words for baptism and their connection with the rite of water baptism in the New Testament. Today we will look at some of the other basic passages which the Protestants use to support the baptism of infants of believing parents.
In our previous studies regarding Greek words for baptism and their connection with the rite of water baptism, we covered the gospels and the book of Acts. Today we continue by looking into the epistles.
Previously we studied the passages in the gospels regarding the Greek words for baptism and how they are used in connection with baptism. Our study today continues with this theme in the book of Acts.
Today we begin considering who is the proper subject or candidate for baptism. In this study, we find that a major difference between Baptists and Reformers is that the Reformers include infants whereas Baptists do not. This podcast covers how the Greek words for baptism are used in connection with the rite of baptism in the gospels.
As we conclude our study of the mode of baptism, we will see from meaning and use of the Greek words for immersion, sprinkling, and pouring are not synonymous. Scripture shows the Lord using these three words together in the same context and it is obvious that they are not identical. Also, the use of prepositions with the Greek word for baptism clearly teaches that baptism is performed “in water” and not “with water.”
This episode continues our study on the mode of baptism. We see the importance of following the details of the inspired Word of God. Equally, it asserts that immersion, sprinkling, and pouring are not synonymous and gives a simple illustration to prove this.
Since the truth of baptism is essential to the identity of a New Testament congregation, we need to know what baptism is. This podcast begins this discussion. The question of the right to change the way that baptism was originally performed begins to be addressed with this broadcast.
The message today opens the discussion as to why it is important to know what one believes and why he should believe it. In a world that proclaims that truth is relative, we find that foundational principles of what one believes force him to hold to a world view, and that view is not relative. It is truth to him.
This podcast shows the difference between an ordinance and a sacrament. The reformers believe that the sacraments are means of grace and a mystery of revealing the Lord to those who participate in them. Conversely, the Baptists maintain they are ordinances given by the Lord to be performed by believers for His honor and glory.
In our discussion today, we begin to see some of the basic doctrinal differences between Baptists and Reformers directly resulting from the disagreement regarding the relationship between the Old and New Covenants. Many of these differences are very fundamental to the overall interpretation of the Scriptures concerning these doctrines.
While there are many covenants given in the Scriptures, many of the differences between Baptists and Protestants are due to how the Old and New Testaments are viewed. The Protestants believe that the New Testament is an extension of the Old, while the Baptists maintain that it is not.
While there are many covenants given in the Scriptures, many of the differences between Baptists and Protestants are due to how the Old and New Testaments are viewed. The Protestants believe that the New Testament is an extension of the Old, while the Baptists maintain that it is not.
It is generally accepted that of the Christian religion everyone is either a Catholic or Protestant. This podcast shows that this is not the case. It further shows that the historical Baptist position is that they are not Protestants.
Today’s message shows the causes of doctrinal differences and a brief description of the major theological positions. It concludes by showing that according to the Scriptures there are only two ways of salvation - grace or works.