Covenant Podcast: Recent Episodes
Man of God by CBTSeminary
In this conversation, Dr. Dewey Dovel previews the upcoming course he'll be teaching for CBTSeminary.
CBTS students can register for History of Christian Philosophy through the CBTS Hub via pathway.
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"One remarkable fact that strikes readers of early Baptist history is that occurrences of the term 'baptist' are scarce. There is no evidence that the first generation of the people we call 'English Particular Baptists' used it to label themselves." -Ron Miller
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In this conversation, we speak with Dr. Waldron on the free and well-meant offer of the gospel.
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"Joint prayer was prominent in the meetings. Requests for Christ’s blessing on their preaching, church planting, and holiness of life were common. Days were appointed in the churches for prayer when special needs arose." -Ron Miller
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In this conversation, Pastors Joe Wilson and Lee McKinnon discuss how purchasing a home relates to our Christian spirituality.
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"Shortly after being initially formed, Particular Baptist churches were widely practicing associational meetings. This habit was rooted in their individual confessional statements and the specific teaching of article 47 of the 1644 London Baptist Confession of Faith." -Ron Miller
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In this conversation, Dr. Dewey Dovel interviews Dr. Austin Walker on his lifetime of faithful ministerial service to Christ's church.
Tune in and receive encouragement as you hear of God's power at work.
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"In the aftermath of Elizabeth Gaunt’s unforgettable execution, numerous accounts of her life and death appeared in the press. These generally painted a sympathetic picture of her as a gentle religious woman who cared for the needy in the area around Wapping."
Ron Miller
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In this conversation, we speak with Dr. Jon English Lee on the law and the gospel.
Tune into this topic, which is of primary importance for pastoral ministry!
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John Miller, Jim Savastio, Conrad Mbewe, Sam Waldron & Joel Beek discuss holiness and piety at the 2026 Covenant Conference Q&A Panel.
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"In this episode, we return to London in the 1680s, where the inextricably linked politics and religion of the day resulted in the burning alive of a Baptist woman for treason." -Ron Miller
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While social media has many benefits, it has often served as a breeding ground for divisiveness and hostility. Hidden behind our screens, we are often tempted to type things we would never say aloud. In this helpful book, Jeff Johnson encourages us to tame our fingers with wisdom from the Proverbs. Pick up your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Taming-Fingers-Heavenly-Wisdom-Social/dp/B0C3JNT6X2
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The following breakout session was delivered by Mary Beeke to a female audience at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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In this conversation, we speak with Dr. Justin Miller on his book "Salvation: The How and When: Order of Salvation (Ordo Salutis)."
You can grab a copy of this work here: https://www.amazon.com/Salvation-When-Order-Ordo-Salutis/dp/B0D8B8WHLC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=24O5WCKDMEA4H&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1-Q72Vx3iPJTbTcCk8xL0Q.8tpqNZ7Oot-DPw8HwQ6yjaKC5bCU-YBRLZHjBeaUPwg&dib_tag=se&keywords=ordo+salutis+Justin+Miller&qid=1781549816&s=books&sprefix=ordo+salutis+justin+mill%2Cstripbooks%2C295&sr=1-1
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The following breakout session was delivered by Dr. Jon English Lee at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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"God’s grace can overcome every obstacle, not only for salvation but for usefulness in his church. Lack of education, loss of an eye, and poverty are no impediments for God." -Ron Miller
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In this episode of the Pastor's Inbox, Pastors Joe Wilson & Lee McKinnon answer questions on Counseling Cohabiting Couples.
They discuss whether they would perform a marriage for a cohabiting couple, when church discipline may be necessary for unlawful cohabitation, and why faithfulness on this subject is important for the church's witness.
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The following session was delivered by Dr. Conrad Mbewe at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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In this conversation, we speak with Sam Waldron on Israel & the Church.
We discuss how Israel and the church relate to each other according to Scripture and how this relates to the modern state of Israel.
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The following session was delivered by Dr. Sam Waldron at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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In this conversation, we speak with Dr. Michael Barett on his new book "Old Testament Introduction."
Dr. Michael Barrett blends scholarly rigor with practical applications, calling his approach “a new book from an old-school perspective.” His Old Testament Introduction will become an essential tool for students, pastors, and Bible teachers who seek exegetical precision and impactful insights. Forged by a seasoned evangelical scholar with decades in the classroom and the pulpit, Dr. Barrett’s work stands on this bedrock conviction: Scripture is God’s inspired Word. From that foundation, readers are equipped to tackle critical theories while understanding the timeless relevance of the Old Testament for Christians today.
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The following session was delivered by Dr. Conrad Mbewe at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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History is usually told through the lens of famous men, but it’s often that lesser-known figures deserve our closer attention. Such is the case with Philip Cary (fl. 1685–1710), a Particular Baptist minister in Dartmouth, England. Cary attended the General Assembly of Baptist churches in London in 1689, and his writings were commended in a letter from that esteemed association.
This volume contains the complete works of Cary, published for the first time in 300 years. These three treatises were written to defend the distinctives of the Baptist tradition. In particular, he defended the doctrine of believer’s baptism in dialogue with his friends and fellow-townsmen, the Puritan minister John Flavel, and a local physician, Richard Burthogge.
Taylor Walls has written a substantial introduction in which we meet Philip Cary, and the reader is well-served by his survey of Cary’s theology. Cary’s view of the law and covenant theology reveal both his continuity and discontinuity with the broader Reformed tradition.
Cary’s labor was valued by Baptists in ages past and, after such a lengthy stay in dusty archives, is worthy of rediscovery in our day.
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The following session was delivered by Dr. Joel Beeke at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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In this conversation, we speak with Stephen Yuille on John Cotton. Dr. Yuille recently edited the works of Cotton published by Reformation Heritage Books.
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John Cotton shaped the doctrine, worship, and discipline of a fledgling society striving to live fully under God’s Word. With clarity, conviction, and pastoral warmth, he addressed both the great ecclesiastical questions and the intimate personal wrestlings of his time. The Works of John Cotton gathers his most important treatises and sermons in a newly edited, cloth-bound set. It recovers a vital link in the chain of Reformed thought and reintroduces a voice that helped shape the American church before it had a name.
The following session was delivered by Dr. Joel Beeke at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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"One result of Christmas Evans’ renewed spiritual vitality was a desire to recommit himself to God. The common way to do this in the 17th and 18th century reformed churches was to covenant with God. These were usually written and signed after occasions of mercy or felt need." -Ron Miller
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In this installment of the Pastor's Inbox, Joe Wilson and Lee McKinnon reflect on the preaching pedagogy of A.N. Martin. They further share their experiences of meeting Pastor Martin for the first time and provide additional tips to improve as a preacher.
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The following session was delivered by Dr. Sam Waldron at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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"Sandemanian conversion didn’t result in remaking the whole man - mind, emotions and will. It was the bare belief of the bare truth as one man said. It was not dissimilar in this respect to the modern Free Grace movement and various other forms of easy-believism." - Ron Miller
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In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, we speak with Tom Hicks on UFOs.
Dr. Hicks discusses why the United States government is currently presenting this subject to the public. He further covers reports of UFOs and provides a Christian response.
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The following session was delivered by Pastor John Miller at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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"Christmas Evans was helped by a few books written by four Johns. There was John Owen, his favorite author. There were John Bunyan and Jonathan Edwards. Finally, there was John Gill, who Evans so appreciated that he translated his commentary into Welsh."
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In this conversation, we speak with Dr. Conrad Mbewe on African Christian University.
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The following session was delivered by Dr. Joel Beeke at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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In this conversation, we speak with John Sweat, Jared Ebert, Dewey Dovel, James Edwards, Justin Miller, and Jason Gunter on their new book "From Dust to Glory: The Fourfold State of Man."
The aim of this joint project by the Savoring the Savior Fellows is to unpack the theology of the fourfold state of man for the building up of the ordinary Christian. Because we are created for God, our souls find their only true Sabbath in Him. Through the Scriptures, God provides the dual knowledge of the Creator and the self—a knowledge that guards against idolatry and anchors the soul in true worship. Grasping this story of dust to glory will cause you to long to be increasingly transformed into the image of God in Christ and long to enter the state of glory with Him.
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The following session was delivered by Dr. Conrad Mbewe at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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It is time to shift our focus to Wales and to an extraordinary man who was, according to Martyn Lloyd-Jones, arguably “the greatest preacher that the Baptists have ever had in Great Britain." - Ron Miller
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In this conversation, we speak with Dr. Brian Borgman on Preaching through Romans.
Dr. Borgman preached more than 240 sermons through Romans and shares his advice and experience on preaching through this Pauline letter.
You can listen to his sermon series here: https://www.sermonaudio.com/series/16598
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The following session was delivered by Pastor Jim Savastio at the 2026 Covenant Conference in Louisville, KY.
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In this conversation, we talk with Jared Ebert to discuss hermeneutics. Among the differing approaches to interpreting God's Word, Ebert critiques the quadriga, explains the meaning of words like allegory and typology, then provides a biblical hermeneutic.
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"My advice is to be careful what you read online. I have found that even resources claiming to represent Reformed Baptist views are often very selective in their sources. For example, if a work lays claim to a Baptistic historical view but doesn’t include Roger Williams or Isaac Backus in any meaningful way, it shouldn’t be taken seriously. Men like Murton and Williams are the historical core of the idea of soul liberty and cannot be ignored if one wants to reach credible conclusions." -Ron Miller
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In this conversation, we speak with Dr. Matthew Bingham about his book "Orthodox Radicals: Baptist Identity in the English Revolution."
Orthodox Radicals complicates of our understanding of Baptist identity, setting the early English Baptists in the cultural, political, and theological context of the wider puritan milieu out of which they arose. The book also speaks to broader themes, including early modern debates on religious toleration, the mechanisms by which early modern actors established and defended their tenuous religious identities, and the perennial problem of anachronism in historical writing. Bingham also challenges the often too-hasty manner in which scholars have drawn lines of theological demarcation between early modern religious bodies, and reconsiders one of this period's most dynamic and influential religious minorities from a fresh and perhaps controversial perspective.
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"In this conversation, Dr. Decker helps listeners to understand Hebrew Poetry better and provides homiletical advice to preach from the poetic portions of God's Word."
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In this conversation, Pastors Joe Wilson and Lee McKinnon address church splits.
They cover the causes of church splits and how to navigate them righteously whenever they seem inevitable.
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"Liberty of conscience was a significant doctrine of the Reformation. The reformers argued that the Roman church forced men to believe and practice things not taught in Scripture, often by implicit faith or by using forms of political, ecclesiastical, or economic coercion."
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In this conversation, Dr. Joel Beeke addresses Piety in Pastoral Ministry.
He covers the dangers of backsliding, the significance of watchfulness, and ways our ministry will suffer if we're not pursuing piety.
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In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, we speak with Sam Waldron on Cessationism.
Dr. Waldron teaches this doctrine from Scripture, then shows how it relates to other important doctrines like Sola Scriptura.
To learn more on this subject, pick up Dr. Waldron's book "To Be Continued?: Are the Miraculous Gifts for Today?"
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In this conversation, we speak with Priscilla Wong & Matthew Haste on the Particular Baptist author Anne Dutton. Dutton didn't view herself as a preacher or pastor. Instead, she wrote: “Publick Authoritative Teaching in the Church is forbidden unto Women... Printing is a Thing of a very different Consideration.”
Wong & Haste each edited & introduced selected writings by Dutton. These two volumes are newly available through H&E Publishing.
The Spirituality of Anne Dutton: Select Letters (Vol. 1) https://hesedandemet.com/product/the-spirituality-of-anne-dutton-select-letters-vol-1/
The Theological Tracts of Anne Dutton (Vol. 2) https://hesedandemet.com/product/the-theological-tracts-of-anne-dutton-vol-2/
"Coxe’s death and the coming of toleration didn’t immediately end the Particular Baptist differences over the scope of religious liberty. A letter by William Kiffen from September 1688 and a document from the General Assembly of 1689 shows that there was divided opinion over the Repeal campaign for several years. And yet there was at bottom, a fundamental agreement about liberty of conscience as evidenced by the 1689 Confession." - Ron Miller
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In this episode, we speak with Kyle about translating Scripture into the common languages of believers from the nations.
Bible Translation Fellowship equips church leaders to translate Scripture, so that churches are established and strengthened in the truth of God's Word.
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Michael R. Carlino (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the Operations Director for CBMW, and an Adjunct Professor of Christian Theology at Boyce College. He and his wife Kylie live with their two children in Clarksville, IN. He is a member of Kenwood Baptist Church where he serves as a Youth Leader.
In this conversation, we discuss his PhD dissertation: The Twofold Reign of Christ: A Baptist Approach to Two Kingdoms Theology
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"A study of the individual signer’s writings and personal histories shows that there were differences concerning how far freedom of conscience should extend. John Spilsbury confessed a simple, broad belief in soul liberty. Samuel Richardson argued for full religious liberty for everyone. The four events we examined last time from William Kiffen’s life shows that he believed that there were limits to freedom of religious expression. Now let’s look at more cases of conscience from the life of William Kiffen."
-Ron Miller
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In this episode, Pastors Joe Wilson and Lee McKinnon answer questions submitted to the inbox about church membership.
To answer the questions, they provide advice on encouraging regularly attending visitors to pursue church membership.
If you have a question pertaining to practical theology, pastoral theology, or practical Christian living, you can submit it to: pastorsinbox@cbtseminary.org
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"That there was not a uniform position on the subject of religious liberty, can be demonstrated by an examination of the writings and lives of three of the signers: John Spilsbury, Samuel Richardson, and William Kiffen. These men illustrate the fact that although there was basic agreement about liberty of conscience, there were significant differences among them, especially as to liberty’s limits." - Ron Miller
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In this conversation, we speak with Kyle Kearbey about Martyn Llody-Jones. We address the Doctor's theology by covering his understanding of justification, assurance, and revival. Then we discuss his philosophy of preaching.
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"Roger Williams worked strenuously and at great personal expense to put his belief in freedom of conscience into practice. In his mind, liberty was not an Englishman’s right only, but belonged to everyone, including the Indians."
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In this episode, we speak with Dewey Dovel about his Doctoral Thesis: Covenantal Culmination: Why the New Covenant Documents Signify the Cessation of Normative Post-Apostolic Revelation.
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Roger Williams’ most important work on liberty of conscience caused a sensation when first published in London in 1644 and has had an enduring impact in the debate on that subject ever since. It was entitled “The Bloudy Tenent of Persecution, for Cause of Conscience, Discussed."
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In this conversation, Pastors Joe Wilson and Lee McKinnon offer tips to help pastors lead their churches amid conflicts and disputes.
They discuss the sources of conflict, external circumstances that lead to disputes, and ways pastors can guard their hearts amid division.
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CBTS Vice President and Professor of Practical Theology, John Miller, discusses his experiences as a church-planting pastor and the lessons he learned from planting Reformed Baptist churches. He further discusses Reformed ecclesiology and missiology and their importance in church planting.
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"Williams deeply hated the idea of forced conversions or government-imposed religious rituals, like infant baptism, which placed the name Christian on people. He likened pressuring unconvinced men to worship God to a man forcing a woman into bed. He said in the true religion, Jesus Christ compels by the mighty persuasion of his preachers, but that he never used earthly weapons to compel a conscience."
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"Williams had been convinced for some time from Scripture that the church was to consist of regenerate members only. He shared this view with many of the Puritan and Separatist ministers in England and New England. But he pushed this to its logical and Biblical conclusion and applied the principle without compromise. And this is where the Baptist teaching began to convince him. If the church was to be made up of believing saints, then they alone had a right to baptism. And if the Roman Catholic and Anglican churches were corrupt and not true churches, then their baptism was invalid. If their worship was false, so must their baptism be. And so he embraced believer’s baptism."
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Our Lord Jesus calls Christians to become trained in good doctrine. “If you put these things before the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, being trained in the words of the faith and of the good doctrine that you have followed.” (1 Timothy 4:6) Doctrine means teaching. Each chapter of this book focuses on one doctrine connected to justification. These doctrines are paraphrased from Chapter 11: Of Justification, in the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith (1689)
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Jeffery Smith argues that faithful preaching is more than interpretive fidelity to the text of Scripture and an engaging delivery. It encapsulates a preacher’s heart and soul and involves nothing less than a rigorous regimen of proclamation, pleading, and prayer.
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"Roger Williams was one of the most important formative figures for the doctrine of religious liberty in the 1600s. Williams believed in the absolute authority of the Word of God and it was his source book for faith and life. He did not ground his views of soul liberty in Enlightenment ideals or a general liberalism, like Thomas Jefferson would do in the next century. He was not a rationalist or utilitarian but a man possessed by the Scriptural doctrine of a regenerate church, headed by Jesus Christ."
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In this conversation, Pastors Joe Wilson and Lee McKinnon share their experiences in Bi-Vocational ministry. They further offer encouragement to Bi-vocational ministers and discuss how to effectively preach when entangled in secular affairs.
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Along with William Carey’s Enquiry, The Serampore Form of Agreement (SFA) laid the foundation of the modern missionary movement. The Enquiry recovered the Great Commission as a duty of the church and outlined a practical agenda for its fulfillment. The SFA provided a philosophy and a guide for missionary practice on the field. Both works move boldly from theological first principles to urgent implementation. This commentary on the SFA provides another volume in the William Ward Project begun in 2023 to commemorate the bicentenary of the author’s death. Each Statement of the SFA is analyzed by international scholars whose global dispersion and varied denominational commitments give testimony to the continued relevance of this seminal document.
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"We don’t follow Murton in his Arminianized theology. But all who believe in a regenerate church, including Particular Baptists, have been rightly influenced by his arguments for freedom of conscience and liberty of religious belief and practice."
-Ron Miller
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In this conversation, Rexford Semrad recounts some of the trials that John Calvin endured throughout his life. Then Rex draws out lessons we can learn from these trials.
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In this conversation, we speak with Dr. James Anderson on Presuppositional Apologetics. We cover topics like circular reasoning, neutral ground, and more. Tune in and enjoy!
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"The two swords represent two spheres. The physical sword is wielded by kings; the spiritual sword by ministers of the gospel. Busher says, 'Kings and magistrates are to rule temporal affairs by the swords of their temporal kingdoms and bishops and ministers are to rule spiritual affairs by the word and Spirit of God, the sword of Christ’s spiritual kingdom, and not to intermeddle one with another’s authority, office, and function.' The temporal sword was not given to kings to persecute people into a religious profession or act. He repeatedly argues that this never changes anyone’s judgment and fills the churches with hypocrites."
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In this conversation, Dr. Decker recounts his recent experiences in the hospital. Then he shares several lessons the Lord taught him while awaiting a heart transplant.
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In this breakout session from the 2025 Covenant Conference, Pastor Tom Hicks critiques Christian Nationalism. For more information about CBTSeminary visit: https://cbtseminary.org
"Baptist churches arose in a 17th century England where church was joined to state. The governmental and religious institutions were not separate but existed as one establishment. The king acted as the supreme governor of both spheres. He headed the government and the Church of England, the officially established religion of the nation, and so he held both political and religious authority. The result was a fusion which declared religious dissent to be treasonous, enforced uniformity in religion, and penalized non-conformists."
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In this episode, we talk with Dr. Jon English Lee about a class he teaches for CBTS: Historical Theology II. We further cover the benefit of studying Historical Theology, as well as the impact of Augustine on the Medieval perod of church history.
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The following message was delivered at the 2025 Covenant Conference, hosted by CBTS. The theme of the 2025 conference was The Law of God. To learn more about CBTS, visit CBTSeminary.org
"The Particular Baptists were orthodox, Protestant, Reformed, and Puritan Christians. But they were also more than that. They were distinguished from other churches by a set of distinctives, a number of interconnected doctrines and practices that set them apart."
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The Lord has spoken to us in the written Word. This revelation is worthy of diligent reading by His people with every effort they can muster. This book, in a fundamental way, attempts to teach the student of Scripture how to observe, interpret, and apply the meaning of the Biblical texts. The author contends that the end of all Bible reading is joy in the Lord and enjoyment of His Son. If you wish to be like the Blessed Man of Psalm 1, learn to read and love the Bible.
Jared Ebert is married to his gracious wife, Mykala, and they have two children. God, by His grace, saved Him at the age of 7. He graduated with a Master of Divinity, with an emphasis in Biblical Languages, in 2023. He is a Master of Theology (Th.M.) graduate, having completed his studies at Covenant Baptist Seminary. Jared is the lead pastor at Mt Carmel Baptist Church.
The following message was delivered at the 2025 Covenant Conference, hosted by CBTS. The theme of the 2025 conference was The Law of God. To learn more about CBTS, visit CBTSeminary.org
When a church member leaves, it can be a challenging time for everyone involved. This video offers guidance on how to navigate these moments with compassion and wisdom. We'll explore practical steps to ensure that the departure is handled in a way that honors both the individual and the local church.
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"Hann’s pastorate in Loughwood ran from 1730 to 1758, during which time he had several helpers. Fifteen people are recorded as being baptized by him. His helpers sometimes did the baptisms, perhaps because of his absence or old age. At the end of his time there, the membership was 34, a few more than when he came."
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CBTS professor Michael Emadi and his wife, Ashley, provide several tips for "Surviving Seminary as a Family."
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The following message was delivered at the 2025 Covenant Conference, hosted by CBTS. The theme of the 2025 conference was The Law of God. To learn more about CBTS, visit CBTSeminary.org
John MacArthur once said that "no eschatology is complete or true which does not embrace the prophecy of Zechariah."
In this conversation, Ben Habegger explains how an Amillennialist understands Zechariah 14 and irenically expresses concerns with a Dispensationalist understanding of this book.
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"This study of the Loughwood Baptist church has brought to our attention a number of interesting early members. But the Hugenots, Fifth Monarchy men, and woman author weren’t the entire congregation. There were in fact several hundred believers making up the church even in its earliest years."
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Can women be pastors? Dr. Scott Aniol answers this important question with the authority of Scripture.
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William Allen and John Vernon appear in history as two believing men “of one heart and soul”.
They were the closest of friends in religion, family, the Army, and politics.
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About the Author:
John Sweat Jr. is one of the pastors at Heritage Reformed Baptist Church. He is a husband to Heather and a father to four girls. John graduated from Trinity Baptist College in 2015 and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, where he completed a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies and a Master of Arts in Christian Thought in 2019. Pastor John is an avid Georgia Bulldog fan, enjoys Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and is a Lord of the Rings enthusiast.
About Simple Truths for Communion with God:
The goal of this commentary on the Baptist Catechism is to encourage the use of catechisms again, corporately and privately. This is a devotional commentary. The aim is to explain the doctrinal truths contained in the questions and show the practical implications of how these doctrines shape our communion with God and the Christian life.
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The following message was delivered at the 2025 Covenant Conference, hosted by CBTS. The theme of the 2025 conference was The Law of God. To learn more about CBTS, visit CBTSeminary.org
In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, we talk with Dr. Sam Waldron about a class he teaches for CBTS: the Doctrine of Man.
Dr. Waldron covers important aspects of Biblical anthropology, including the image of God, the dichotomous composition of man, the noetic effects of sin, and more.
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In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Ken Glisch, Dewey Dovel, and Doug Barger continue examining the doctrine of election from John Gill's work "The Cause of God & Truth."
In this section, Gill states that he is defending absolute election against Dr. Whitby by arguing from the most principal passages from Scripture. We hope the consideration of these passages will be a blessing to all our hearers who have faith in Lord Jesus Christ, through the electing love of the Father.
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John Vernon and his wife Anne had five known children. There names are uncertain but probably were John, Deborah, Caleb, Anne (or as she was called, Nancy), and Mary. Caleb has special interest to us because his father wrote a spiritual biography of him that is the only book I am aware from the 1600s that gives an account of the conversion, baptism, and partaking in the Lord’s Supper by someone under the age of 16. This account was entitled, “The Compleat Scholler or a relation of the life, and the latter-end especially, of Caleb Vernon who died in the Lord on the 29 th of the 9 th month, 1665, aged 12 years and 6 months”.
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Over three centuries after its initial publication, Nehemiah Coxe’s seminal work "A Discourse of the Covenants" remains as vital as ever in understanding Baptist Covenant Theology. Paired with John Owen’s Exposition of Hebrews 8:6-13, this twentieth anniversary edition of Covenant Theology from Adam to Christ features updated content and indices.
In this conversation, Richard Barcellos, Ron Miller & Fransico Orozco discuss the history of this book's initial publication, Coxe's view of the Abrahamic covenant, and more.
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The following message was delivered at the 2025 Covenant Conference, hosted by CBTS. The theme of the 2025 conference was The Law of God.
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"Vernon frequently preached against Cromwell’s Protectorate. William Kiffen and others wrote him urging to support it, but his understanding of the relationship between Christ and the English government wouldn’t allow it."
In this conversation, Pastors Joe Wilson and Lee McKinnon discuss the value of arranging a preaching calendar.
They also discuss the Spurgeonic method of preaching, the difference between topical expository sermons and sequential expository sermons, and the usefulness of having a preaching calendar within a plurality of elders.
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A great irony surrounds this biblical doctrine of God's absolute predestination of all things. Intended by the Apostle Paul to be one of the most comforting and assuring doctrines to the redeemed followers of Christ, predestination is widely scorned by those to whose souls it should soothe. There is no greater assurance of our salvation than to know its eternal security does not rest on the feebleness of our faith.
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As Samuel Richardson wrote, “there is no form of civil government in Christ’s testament”. We are reminded that it’s often easy to give ourselves to a human kingdom than Christ’s without even noticing.
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In this conversation, Chris Holmes discusses "The Preaching of Benjamin Keach."
Dr. Holmes researched Keach's use of Metaphors for his PhD Dissertation and teaches courses on Preaching and Benjamin Keach at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary.
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Some of the earliest members of the Loughwood Baptist church were colorful characters, a few of which we’ll look at next episode. Others were quite unexpected. Who would guess that several prominent families in the early years of the church were Huguenots, French protestants escaping persecution?
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In this conversation, Steve Kim presents historical data that demonstrates Jesus of Nazareth arose from the dead.
Steve Kim is the Alberta Director of Apologetics Canada Ministries.
In his early 20s, Steve experienced a faith crisis due to intellectual undernourishment. Through this experience, he has come to see apologetics as the “intellectual care of the soul” and now feels a personal burden to walk with others who may be struggling with doubt and/or seeking sincerely. Steve holds a diploma in Worship Arts and a BA in Biblical Studies from Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford, BC. He has completed a master’s degree in Christian Apologetics through Biola University in La Mirada, CA. He began his PhD studies through the University of the Highlands and Islands in Scotland, exploring any proper limits of human enhancement. A native of Korea, Steve now lives in the Edmonton area with his wife, Sharina, and two children, Maya and Tavin.
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In this episode, Pastors Joe Wilson and Lee McKinnon discuss the importance of training men for Pastoral Ministry.
They discuss the duty of teaching men who will be able to teach others as well; they cover why this duty is especially necessary for older ministers; then, they conclude the conversation by providing tips to accomplish this task.
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"In the last episode I mentioned that a young John Ash was baptized and joined the
Loughwood Baptist Church in Dorset. This church erected a chapel in the 1650s that is still
standing; a beautiful little building fully restored by Great Britain’s National Trust.
But before I tell you some of the story of the church, let me tell you about the chapel itself
because it one of the oldest and loveliest Baptist meetinghouses still standing in England."
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In this conversation, Pastor Brice Bigham presents the importance of rebuke for the Christian life. He covers how this is important for preaching, ministry, and church life for all members. Additionally, he gives helpful advice for both giving and receiving rebuke. Don't miss this important conversation that will help you to grow in an often-neglected Christian duty!
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In some ways, John Ash is reminiscent of Thomas Llewelyn, our previous pilgrim. Both men lived during the same years, were educated at Bristol, became moderately well off, and exercised academic gifts and pastoral heart. But the differences brought into their lives by providence, help us understand the variety of life in the Particular Baptist churches of mid-18th century England.
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Join us for an insightful discussion with Jared Ebert (ThM) as we delve into the retrieval of Reformed Methods in New Testament Textual Criticism. This episode offers an examination of historical approaches and their contemporary relevance to our approach to textual criticism.
To read his ThM thesis, click here: https://www.academia.edu/129594686/Retrieving_the_Reformed_Methods_of_New_Testament_Textual_Criticism
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Today’s story of another little-known Particular Pilgrim concerns Thomas Llewelyn and the
use of his academic-oriented gifts. Thomas’ last name “Llewelyn” begins with two “Ls” and
gives away his Welsh origins.
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Feeling Like You've Messed Up in Ministry? These Pastors Get It and Here's What They Learned!
After receiving helpful feedback from our previous episode titled "Failures and Regrets in Ministry," Pastors Joe Wilson and Lee McKinnon thought it useful to reflect upon ways that the Lord has grown them through pastoral trials and errors.
To listen to part 1 of this discussion, click here: https://youtu.be/gDIOwaMrop4
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The 50th Anniversary celebration of the Baptist Missionary Service was held on May 31st and June 1st and 2nd, 1842, in Kettering. So large were the expected crowds that two meetinghouses were used – one the Baptist and the other the Congregational. On the first day in the evening, Andrew Leslie was asked to preach. His text was Acts 14:27, “and when they had arrived and gathered the church together, they declared all that God had done with them, and how he had opened a door of faith to the Gentiles”. Leslie imitated Paul’s actions from the text, and gave a sermon “replete with interesting and important details respecting the East India mission, and the absurd, impure superstitions of the people among whom it is planted”.
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Equipped to Evangelize is a comprehensive guide that brings clarity and biblical depth to the vital task of sharing the Christian faith. Drawing from three decades of experience, Rob Ventura outlines a practical and systematic approach to evangelism that both encourages and equips believers for this essential work.
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"Andrew Leslie’s grief over the death of the one he called “his dear Eliza” hindered him for some years. In the months following his “great affliction” he stopped writing letters and doing most work. But after an initial period of grieving, he began to reengage in his various missionary pursuits. And in a letter written to R. B. Sherring six months after Eliza’s death, he includes some news of a spiritual nature. He tells of 7 baptisms in the previous months."
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In this episode, Jeremy W. Johnston introduces our audience to C.S. Lewis and discusses some of his most important writings.
Clive Staples Lewis (1898-1963), a British writer and scholar, is best known as C.S. Lewis, the author of the beloved children's series The Chronicles of Narnia, as well as influential works of Christian apologetics like Mere Christianity and The Screwtape Letters. Born in Belfast and holding academic positions at Oxford and Cambridge, Lewis was a prominent member of the "Inklings" literary group with J.R.R. Tolkien. His conversion from atheism to Christianity profoundly shaped his writing, imbuing his diverse works, ranging from literary criticism to science fiction, with theological and allegorical depth, ensuring his enduring popularity and impact on literature and Christian thought.
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Join us for a thought-provoking discussion with Pastor Ben Carlson as he dives into one of the Old Testament's most intriguing figures: the Angel of the LORD. In this episode, Ben presents compelling scriptural evidence and theological insights to explain why he believes the Angel of the LORD is none other than a pre-incarnate appearance of Jesus Christ Himself. From the burning bush to Gideon's encounter, we explore key passages where this mysterious figure appears, examining the profound implications for our understanding of God's character and the continuity of His redemptive plan throughout history.
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https://cbtseminary.org/where-is-the-angel-of-the-lord-found-ben-carlson/
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"Any missionary heading to India had to wrestle with the reality that they could die shortly after arrival. Surely, none of them expected to return to England. Moving to a hot, wet climate without immunities or medical remedies against exotic diseases, was part of the cost of reaching the lost. And Eliza Leslie had considered this."
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William D. Dennison (MDiv, ThM, Westminster Theological Seminary; PhD, Michigan State University) was Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies at Covenant College and Visiting Professor of Apologetics and Systematic Theology at Northwest Theological Seminary. He is the author of Paul's Two-Age Construction and Apologetics (Wipf and Stock, 2000), A Christian Approach to Interdisciplinary Studies (Wipf and Stock, 2007), The Young Bultmann (Peter Lang, 2008), and Karl Marx (P&R).
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Dr. Meade joined the Phoenix Seminary Faculty in 2012. He teaches courses in Hebrew Language, Old Testament Literature, Greek Language and Literature, and Biblical Theology. His research interests include Origen’s Hexapla, the Septuagint, Textual Criticism of the Hebrew Bible, the Canon of Scripture, and Biblical Theology. He also presents papers at scholarly meetings such as the Evangelical Theological Society, the International Organization for Septuagint and Cognate Studies, and the Society of Biblical Literature.
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"The Leslies grew in love for one another and appear to have sincerely rejoiced at the opportunity to serve God in India, despite the sacrifices this involved. Their first year passed relatively quietly with no children, but with much learning and usefulness."
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Pastors Doug Barger, Dewey Dovel, and Ken Glisch discuss the doctrine of election from John Gill's "The Cause of God & Truth."
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Feeling Like You've Messed Up in Ministry? These Pastors Get It and Here's What They Learned!
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"I do not know of any other book that exalts Christ Jesus more clearly in the salvation of sinners than this little book by Hanserd Knollys. The treasure of this book is Christ." - Jeffrey D. Johnson
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"We know little else about Eliza’s early childhood, but I have a careful portrait of her drawn about age 18 by William Thomas Fry, an important English engraver. It shows a small, attractive young lady with elaborately curled hair sitting in a chair holding a letter. She bears a pleasant resemblance to her father."
What makes worship pleasing and acceptable to God? All Christians know that God ought to be worshipped, but some do not know why and how. Through His Word, God instructs us in how He wants to be worshipped. This introductory book is designed to walk through what true worship is, what worship should include, and how to identify true worship in a church.
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Francis Franklin, father of Eliza, was born on December 9, 1772 in Mursley, Buckinghamshire. He was the youngest of seven children; his parents being William and Mary Franklin. Just before he turned 15 he moved to Oxford to apprentice as a cabinet and chair maker to his cousin, John Payne. He regularly attended the parish church, as he had been raised, but found the Baptist ministry of James Hinton to be more useful. He also took up the habit of reading, especially George Whitefield’s sermons.
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Dr. Justin Miller is the author of this newly released book: The Not So Loving Side of Gentle Parenting: A Biblical Plea to Parents.
A new Trojan horse took baby steps into the nursery and has now launched big steps into the church family—“Gentle Parenting.” It is likely this novel parenting philosophy has been adopted by families in your church body. This book will (1) characterize and define what Gentle Parenting is (2) critique it by comparing and contrasting it with the Holy Scriptures, (3) call believers back to raising their children in truth, and then (4) carefully consider the essential need to rely solely upon the sufficiency of Scripture in parenting. Parenting is a blessed stewardship believers are called to carry out for God’s glory in His Word.
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"It is clear from his letters that Andrew Leslie was marked for India as a missionary after graduation from Bristol Academy. But before he could go there were several things he needed to do."
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Should believers make friendships with unbelievers? If so, how should they go about this? What principles ought they remember so they are not making themselves “friends with the world?” (Jam. 4:4).
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"The next person I want to present to you is Andrew Leslie. I’m fairly certain none of you know that name. But I hope that after several episodes, his “hidden life” and “unvisited tomb”, to use George Eliot’s phrases from the last line of her novel “Middlemarch”, will be honored."
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In this conversation with Pastor John Sweat, we discuss Francis Turretin's Natural Theology.
Sweat explains how Turretin distinguishes between False Natural Theology and True Natural Theology. He further discusses some influences upon Turretin's articulation of this doctrine.
To read John Sweat's blog series on this subject, click here: https://cbtseminary.org/francis-turretins-natural-theology-clearing-the-historical-record-john-sweat/
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"One of the few original letters I possess from our Particular Baptist forebears is from Robert Hall Jr. to John Ryland. Robert was the youngest son of Robert Hall Sr. whose life we explored. Robert Jr. was blessed with unusual gifts and was one of the greatest preachers of the first half of the 1800s. Like his father, Robert was a Particular Baptist, but with peculiar views on a number of subjects. I expect we will examine his life at a later date. But know that he was constantly in demand to preach."
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In this episode, Sam Waldron contrasts the New Perspective on Paul with the historic Reformed understanding of Sola Fide.
Dr. Waldron references multiple resources authored by Jeff Smith and himself in this conversation. These resources can be found here:
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Now that we have begun to see the gifts of John Ryland and his growth in the grace of humility, it is time to tell more of his story. He spent 10 years helping his father in the school and church before his ordination to the pastoral office. During this time, he was frustrated in his inability to find a wife. And so he wrote to John Newton about it, who regularly responded with good counsel.
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"For almost a decade, CBTS has been involved in teaching ministry in Latin America through our affiliated seminaries. Currently, the Master of Arts in Reformed Baptist Studies program is offered in Colombia, Ecuador, Cuba, Brazil, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Chile. With our Spanish program, we aim to complement the training offered at our affiliated seminaries by offering a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree entirely in Spanish." -Jorge A. Rodríguez Vega
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As a young believer, John Ryland struggled with the ups and downs of doubts and assurance. At times, he despaired of being truly converted. He also knew times of considerable confidence that
Christ had saved him. His parents both ministered to his spiritual needs and a few months before
age 15, his father baptized him, crying out, “Thanks be to God for this boy”. John said he never
forgot that sound and was much affected at the time by it. That same month, September, he
joined the church. Their records say, “September 11, 1767, aged 14 ¾” which probably shows the
unusually young age of his membership.
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In a crisis, the body’s burst of adrenaline can boost the average person’s physical abilities, so that a man is able to lift a car off a trapped bicyclist and a mother can fight off a polar bear threatening her son.
Author Mark Chanski makes the case that encouragement is able to do emotionally and psychologically for the soul what adrenaline does for the body. While Christians are sometimes reluctant to offer encouragement, we must do so in order to love our neighbors as ourselves. Building on the foundation of the gospel as the ultimate encouragement from God, the author—using quotations, historical references, illustrations, and examples—sets forth the Christian’s obligation to offer encouragement and then shows us how we can be encouraging in our families, in our churches, and in the world.
Get your copy of Mark's book here.
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"John Ryland was born on January 29, 1753, as the oldest child of John Collett Ryland and his wife Elizabeth. His birthplace was Warwick, where his father first pastored and established his boarding school. As mentioned in previous episodes, John Ryland was often called John Ryland Jr. to distinguish him from his father, though technically, he wasn’t a junior. The son often signed his name this way. Later when awarded an honorary theological doctorate, he was called Dr. Ryland, again to differentiate him from his illustrious parent, who, after receiving his honorary degree, went by John Ryland, M.A."
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Can you speak of the value of fostering friendships with other like-minded pastors? How can ministers make ministerial friendships in this very busy “on to the next thing” culture?
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On this installment of Gill Group, Pastors Dewey Dovel and Ken Glisch discussion Reprobation from Part II of John Gill's "The Cause of God & Truth."
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John Collett Ryland played an important role in English nonconformist education for forty years. Dissenting academies, as they were called, were necessitated by the reestablishment of the monarchy and state church in 1660. Subsequent legislation made it impossible for conscientious dissenters to gain entrance to English universities. Pre-university education was also difficult because any school had to be licensed by the local bishop. But after the 1720s, non-conformist education began to be recognized and even monetarily subsidized by the government. And so by the time Ryland began to teach, he was generally able to freely run his schools.
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Keith Foskey is a pastor, podcaster and humorist. He is one of three elders who pastor at Sovereign Grace Family Church in Jacksonville, Florida. Keith holds to the First London Baptist Confession of Faith (1646).
Keith is a graduate of Ashford University and Jacksonville Baptist Theological Seminary. He and wife Jennifer have been married since 1999, and they have been blessed with six beautiful children.
Keith is the creator of the YourCalvinist YouTube channel, where he teaches on theology, hosts podcasts and showcases comedy sketches. He is a regular guest speaker at conferences across the United States.
If you ever heard the name of John Collett Ryland before these podcasts, it was probably in regard
to an infamous interchange he was reported to have had with William Carey. There are several
accounts of it in print, but I especially like the details and perspectives that Dr. Michael Haykin
provides in his biography of John Sutcliff, entitled “One Heart and One Soul”.
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Carl ministered at Grace Church from 1990 to 1993, was ordained, and pastored two churches in the Los Angeles area from 1994 to 2014 before returning to Grace Church. He is passionate about foreign missions and travels internationally yearly, supporting leaders and volunteers in various countries. He is the co-founder of the African Revitalization Centre. Carl serves on several missions boards and holds a certification with the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC). He directs the Grace Advance ministry of Grace Church, which provides pastoral leadership for church planting and revitalization in North America. Carl has earned degrees from The University of Cincinnati and The Master's Seminary (M.Div., Th.M., D.Min.), and he serves as an associate professor of pastoral ministries and church relations ambassador at The Master's Seminary. Currently, Carl co-pastors the Anchored fellowship group. He and his wife, Joanna, have five children.
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In this conversation, Rexford Semrad explains the importance of irenicism when discussing eschatology. Then, he explains the similarities between postmillennialism and amillennialism. Finally, he gives ten reasons why he doesn't hold to a postmillennial eschatology.
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Having seen how John Collett Ryland’s wide friendships likely influenced his change of views regarding church communion, let us now examine his only writing on the subject. This came in a 3 page broadsheet-style publication in very small type dated June 15, 1772 and signed Pacificus. It was entitled “A Modest Plea for Free Communion at the Lord’s Table; between true believers of all denominations: In a letter to a friend.”
This defended free communion in the form of a letter beginning, “Dear Sir”. It gave eight reasons for Pacificus’ church practice and four answers to objections before a half-page conclusion. Given its small size and presumably small printing, it’s a marvel any of these pieces of ephemera survive. Two copies are known to exist. The first one was discovered by Robert Oliver about 1981.
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In this conversation, Pastors Joe Wilson and Lee McKinnon address friendship within the local church.
Some have said that pastors should NOT make friends within their own congregation. Our cohosts think otherwise.
Our cohosts also discuss the importance of avoiding partiality in friendship fostering, and how church members can go about cultivating friendships with fellow church members.
FACT CHECK: John Fawcett is indeed the Particular Baptist Pastor that Pastor Joe and Pastor Austin were trying to call to remembrance. For more information on this story, listen to Particular Pilgrims, episode 102, "The Life John Fawcett. Pt.3." here: https://manofgodnetwork.com/particularpilgrims/
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We now turn to John Collett Ryland’s espousal of what he called free communion, also known as open or mixed communion. His position was familiar to his fellow Baptists. For example, John Rippon states, “it is well known that he was what is commonly called, a mixed communion Baptist; that is, a Baptist admitting other good men to the Lord’s table, though in his opinion they are unbaptized."
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The life and ministry of John Collett Ryland will transition our studies away from hyper-
Calvinism among Particular Baptists. He is an appropriate figure for this move because he was
close friends with a number of orthodox men with varied views on Calvinism.
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With the torrent of publications on the use of the Old Testament in the New Testament, the time is ripe for a dictionary dedicated to this incredibly rich yet diverse field. This companion volume to the well-received Commentary on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament (CNTUOT) brings together leading evangelical biblical scholars to explore and explain the many facets of how the New Testament writers appropriated the Old Testament.
Order the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Dictionary-New-Testament-Use-Old/dp/1540960048
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Hot Water: A Baptismal Controversy from the 1690s and its Relevance for Today
In the 1690s a contentious debate broke out in Suffolk, England, between an Anglican rector and those we have come to know as Particular Baptists. The purpose of this book is to examine this controversy and consider some crucial issues it raised, principally the nature of the church of the Lord Jesus Christ. It involved three men, William Burkitt (1650–1703), John Tredwell, and Benjamin Keach (1640–1704). It is the hope of the author that these events in the 1690s and their thoughtful consideration found within these pages will help Christians think through issues of church membership, Baptism, church discipline and other issue pertaining to the theology and practice of ecclesiology.
Order the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Hot-Water-Baptismal-Controversy-Relevance-ebook/dp/B0DDL9MPHN
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Hyper-Calvinism in English Baptist circles in the 19th century grew and changed in significant ways. But rather than continue on into the 19th century too far, I want to take another approach to complete, for now, our look at hyper-Calvinism in Baptist circles. Let me point you to a 5 volume study entitled “The Strict Baptist Chapels of England.”
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The KJV beautifully rendered the Scriptures into the language of turn-of-the-seventeenth-century England. Even today the King James is the most widely read Bible in the United States. The rich cadence of its Elizabethan English is recognized even by non-Christians. But English has changed a great deal over the last 400 years, and in subtle ways that very few modern readers will recognize. In Authorized Mark L. Ward, Jr. shows what exclusive readers of the KJV are missing as they read God's word.
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In this conversation, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel speak with Brice Bigham on the Law of God.
Brice Bigham came on staff at CBTS in 2019. He serves as a Deacon at Grace Reformed Baptist Church of Owensboro, KY. He has earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Columbia International University and a Master of Divinity from CBTS (’24). He lives with his wife Alina and their four children. Brice particularly enjoys church history, homesteading, and spending time with his family.
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The active obedience of Christ is a vital biblical doctrine that helps sinners see Jesus better.
Many know Jesus to be the one who atoned for sin, securing forgiveness for those who trust in Him. This is both wonderful and crucial. But being forgiven is not enough. God requires perfect obedience for eternal life. Even Jesus says so. Thankfully, God not only requires perfect obedience but also graciously provides through His Son.
In addition to atonement, Jesus positively fulfilled the divine requirement by His perfect obedience. In other words, Jesus removes guilt for wrongdoing, and Jesus provides perfect righteousness by His obedience to the divine law. In The Active Obedience of Christ, readers are directed to Jesus—the one who is better than many may have ever realized!
Patrick Abendroth is Senior Pastor of Omaha Bible Church, author of Covenant Theology, and host of the Pactum. He is a graduate of the University of Nebraska (B.A.), the Master’s Theological Seminary (MDiv), and the Ligonier Academy (DMin).
Pat and his wife, Molly, have five children and reside in Omaha, Nebraska.
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In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Pastor Dewey Dovel interviews Pastor Bart Carlson on a "Call to the Ministry."
Pastor Bart Carlson graduated from Trinity Ministerial Academy in 1992. After a brief time assisting churches in the Philippines he became an elder at Trinity Baptist Church in 1995 and since then has served the church in full-time preaching, teaching and pastoral duties.
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Readers of this volume will be both informed and perhaps even transformed, by a better understanding of the Early English Baptist development of a biblically distinctive theology of religious liberty in an era when it was not enjoyed by many and was endorsed by few, well before the radical cultural and intellectual shifts of the eighteenth century.
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In this conversation, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Dr. Nettles on Elements of Baptist Identity, drawn from his book "The Baptists: Vol.1".
Dr. Nettles writes that Baptists are: 1) Orthodox 2) Evangelical 3) Ecclesiological Separate 4) Conscientiously Confessional.
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The Mission of God and the Witness of the Church with Justin Schell
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“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth” (Gen. 1:1). This declarative phrase introduces fundamental questions circling the minds of skeptics and believers of Christianity alike. What was God’s mission when he chose to create? And why, through the Savior’s death on the cross and the witness of his church, does he continue to redeem the very creation that rebels against him?
To answer these imperative questions, author Justin Schell takes readers on a canonical journey exploring the mission of the eternal God—Father, Son, and Spirit. Drawing insights from creation, the exodus of God’s people, the suffering servant, the Great Commission, and consummation, this book examines the purpose and beauty of God’s great story. It is out of an abundance of love that God brings us into union with him, calling his church to bear witness to all that has been done in Christ, until the day that he returns.
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In this conversation, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview James Renihan on the Psalms. They discuss why Christian ministers should preach this portion of God's Word Christologically, a method for doing so, and examples of this interpretive approach.
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In this episode, Austin McCormick interviews Mark Ward on Bible Translations.
Mark Ward holds a Ph.D. in New Testament Interpretation from BJU Seminary. His dissertation was entitled, "Paul’s Positive Religious Affections." He currently works for Crossway Publishers on special projects. Before that, he was a writer and editor and presenter for Logos, whose mission is to use technology to equip the church to grow in the light of the Bible. He have written several books, including "Authorized: The Use and Misuse of the King James Bible," which comes “highly recommended” by D.A. Carson-and has an accompanying Faithlife documentary.
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Gordon Taylor received his B.A. from Cedarville University in Speech and Pre-Seminary Bible in 1966. He received the M.Div. from Grand Rapids Baptist Theological Seminary in 1969. He was the pastor of two different churches. He served at Calvary Baptist Church in Greene, Iowa from 1969 to 1975. He served at the Sycamore Baptist Church near East Moline, IL for 33 years from 1975 – 2008. While pastor at Sycamore he led the church to adopt the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith. In 2008, he was called to be the Coordinator of the Association of Reformed Baptist Churches of American and served for 7 years retiring in 2015. Since he retired he helped form the Reformed Baptist Network where he now serves as the Network’s voluntary Coordinator. He is married to Rayna and they have 4 married children and 15 grandchildren.
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Dr. Scott N. Callaham is Dean of the Institute of Public Theology. He is the lead editor of World Mission: Theology, Strategy, and Current Issues, as well as the author of Biblical Aramaic for Biblical Interpreters in both English and Chinese. He is the host of the Daily Dose of Aramaic podcast and a composer of Chinese worship music for congregational singing. For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
Navigating Cultural Chaos with Children & Teens with Andrew Walker
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Dewey Dovel interviews George McDearmon in this conversation on "Child Rearing to the Glory of God." For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Brian Borgman on his book "Don't Waste Your Breath: Ecclesiastes and the Joy of a Fleeting Life."
Paul Washer said of this book, "I will never look at the book of Ecclesiastes the same way again."
Here is a brief description of the book: "Your life is a mere breath. This reality can be difficult for us to live by. The book of Ecclesiastes takes us on a journey to show us that although this life is a vapor, it is still a gift from God meant to be enjoyed. Instead of giving a pessimistic look at life under the sun, Ecclesiastes shows us how to glorify God in this fleeting life by enjoying the ordinary, good gifts God bestows."
You can order your copy here: https://freegracepress.com/products/dont-waste-your-breath
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In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Pastor Dewey Dovel interviews former NASA employee Jeff Williams.
"Williams was selected for the NASA Astronaut Class of 1996. In addition to his space flights, he has performed various technical duties in both the space shuttle and International Space Station Programs. He has served in the Extravehicular Activity (EVA), Space Station, and Soyuz Branches of the Astronaut Office, led the development of a space shuttle cockpit upgrade, and completed temporary assignments at Marshall Space Flight Center supporting the test and evaluation of the ISS U.S. Laboratory Module and at NASA Headquarters in support of legislative affairs. In July 2002, Williams commanded a nine-day coral reef expedition operating from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Aquarius undersea habitat off the coast of Florida. Williams has also served on the ISS backup flight crews for Expeditions 12, 19, 20, as well as the backup for the one-year flight spanning Expeditions 43 through 46. Williams has logged more than 534 days in space, including nearly 32 hours in five spacewalks."
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In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Timothy Decker on Textual Criticism. They discuss the importance of textual criticism for pastors, different methodologies, and the necessity of this discipline.
If you're interested in registering for or auditing the class referenced in this conversation, you can click here: https://form.jotform.com/241626055201142
Richard B. Dewey, Jr., MD is a neurologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease, but more importantly, he is a believer in Jesus Christ, the eternally-existing Son of God who gave Himself a ransom for many.
Dr. Dewey was saved as a young child being brought up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord by faithful, believing parents. Throughout his youth he was taught the Word in a series of Bible churches, and in high school, he began leading small group Bible studies in homes and later in college dorms. During his college years he discovered the tape ministry of John MacArthur and began listening to as many tapes of his sermons that he could get his hands on. Shortly after moving to Dallas, he joined Countryside Bible Church which was later (and is now currently) pastored by Tom Pennington, a former associate pastor at Grace Community Church in California. In 2007 Dr. Dewey was asked by Countryside’s leadership to develop a home fellowship Bible study program. In connection with this ministry, he wrote study questions covering 14 books of the Bible which were used by the church as the home fellowship curriculum. In 2016 he was asked to serve as an elder at Countryside, and later that same year he began serving as a member of the board of directors of the Master’s University and Seminary. He retired from the Master’s board in 2021 and moved to Florida in 2022 where he is now attending a like-minded church that seeks to glorify Christ in all that it does.
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In this mini-episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick asks Dr. Sam Waldron to provide some books that have been helpful to his 45-year ministry. Additionally, Austin asked Dr. Waldron about the usefulness of having "Dead Theological Mentors."
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In this conversation, Pastor Austin McCormick interviews Pastor Dewey Dovel to discuss "Five Distinguish Marks of a Reformed Baptist." Dewey explains that Reformed Baptists are Catholic, Calvinistic, Confessional, Covenantal, and Credo-Baptist.
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Gill Group #3 - The Cause of God and Truth, Pt.1 | Covenant Podcast
In this conversation, Pastors Austin McCormick, Dewey Dovel, and Ken Glisch discuss various sections of Part 1 of John Gill's "The Cause of God and Truth." This work defends the doctrines of grace, i.e., Calvinism.
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In this conversation, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel speak with Jim Savastio about the Virtual Public Square. More specifically, we talk about how Reformed Baptists can use the mediums in our day to produce edifying content.
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In this episode, Dewey Dovel and Austin McCormick speak with Dr. Justin Miller, Pastor of FBC Puxico (MO), about the Expositor's Institute
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In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, we play a Sunday School lecture that Dewey Dovel presented to his congregation, Emmanuel Reformed Baptist Church in SeaTac (WA).
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In this conversation, we discuss a Christian Apologetic against Mormonism with Bradley Campbell.
Bradley is a part of the God Loves Mormons team, and leads both the Youth and Young Adult groups at The Mission Church.
The GLM YouTube Channel is designed to provide helpful and thought-provoking content for Mormons who are trying to better understand the Christian faith, and for Christians who are wanting to lovingly engage their Latter-day Saint neighbors and friends.
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"It is always gratifying to see increased exegetical clarity with regard to an important passage of Scripture. It is especially gratifying when that clarity provides timely, practical guidance to the believer. Such clarity and practicality are the blessed results of Tim Decker's study on Romans 13. I have been convinced for many years of his exegetical approach to and understanding of Romans 13 and have defended it in my Political Revolution in the Reformed Tradition: An Historical and Biblical Critique. Recent events in the church and society have only emphasized both the doctrinal and practical necessity of this understanding of Romans 13. May God give this book great influence." -Dr. Sam Waldron
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In this conversation, Dewey Dovel interviews Jimmy Johnson and Austin McCormick on "Preaching through Proverbs."
Jimmy and Austin discuss some different approaches to preaching through this book, some useful reasons to do so, and some Christologically rich passages.
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In this episode, Dewey Dovel and Jimmy Johnson discuss the history of the Reformed Forum with Dr. Camden Bucey.
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In this conversation, Austin McCormick, Jimmy Johnson, and Dewey Dovel interview Dr. Joel Beeke on Puritanism.
Dr. Beeke lists some of his favorite Puritans and describes how he became interested in the Puritans.
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In this episode, Austin McCormick, Jimmy Johnson and Dewey Dovel discussed Inaugurated Eschatology with Dr. Joel Beeke.
Dr. Beeke describes why he prefers the name "Inaugurated Eschatology" over "Amillennialism," then recaps his conference sessions from CovCon24.
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"Since the beginning of the biblical counseling movement in 1970, biblical counselors have argued that counseling is a ministry of the Word, just like preaching or missions. As a ministry, counseling must be defined according to sound biblical theology rather than secular principles of psychology."
Pick up a copy of the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Theology-Biblical-Counseling-Doctrinal-Foundations/dp/0310518164/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vrNwnVmFtQ8wZe_OtF4lXIfWYUcyMfaFJKUx7Gypp9kyVoYreKx8uFFhMpNAFgoaQhmQnMpKRkfAFgYmntBnMdHpk6BwXhuHoQKt-O-TM-G6YCJ3noke_3C4AoodbXV179Lo9EeMwDw8wJROBTuHWvFP6RNsAwuaTraLQNXiW0Oy2Qyb-zFd5a2Dv8cSNJe8HVU_iteUXfZXfvvACx8Bq7oJdCy_zBwLgXF_7rgGPis.hFGDsUdVhQH8JP5nHp5SzHDQXhKp7Ei-mCXO7WrNjQI&dib_tag=se&hvadid=580696372702&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9014720&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=15452750106118937879&hvtargid=kwd-242208565447&hydadcr=22592_13493326&keywords=theology+of+biblical+counseling&qid=1710780857&sr=8-1
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Check out these previous episodes with Rexford Semread to learn more about John Calvin:
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Lessons from John Calvin with Rexford Semrad: https://covenantpodcast.podbean.com/e/lessons-from-john-calvin-with-rexford-semrad/
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Calvin, Servetus, and the Libertines with Rexford Semrad: https://covenantpodcast.podbean.com/e/calvin-servetus-and-the-libertines-with-rexford-semrad/
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In this second episode of #GillGroup Austin McCormick, Dewey Dovel, Jimmy Johnson, and Ken Glisch discuss John Gill's Commentary on the Song of Solomon, with emphasis on his Christological interpretive approach to this book.
In our first ever #GillGroup we discussed the importance of Gill and why were doing these episodes on his life, ministry, and theology. If you missed that conversation, you can catch it here: https://youtu.be/l0DIXsxMhyw?si=DquAap6_NsRitnDR
The Theology of Robert Hall Jr.: The Undermining of Calvinism among the English Particular Baptists
by Austin WalkerPurchase the book here: https://hesedandemet.com/product/robert-hall/
Robert Hall (1760-1831) became a prominent figure in Nonconformist and wider circles during the first three decades of the nineteenth century. He was preeminently a preacher endowed with unusual powers of oratory which captivated his congregations in Cambridge, Leicester, and Bristol. He was brought up in a Particular Baptist environment (his own father was the “father figure” in the Northamptonshire Baptist Association). However, he did not consistently follow in those footsteps. The Theology of Robert Hall Jr. gives an account of how he espoused universal atonement, how his doctrine of justification appeared more Baxterian than biblical, and how he strenuously promoted open communion, together with his pragmatic approach to ecclesiology. Hall represented a generation of Baptists who were departing from their Calvinistic roots, a departure which sadly continued at an even more rapid rate following his death.
"We believe in sola scriptura! But we also believe that Christ has been giving gifts to His church for these last 20 centuries. Indisputably, one of those gifts—and, indeed, one of the greatest of those gifts—was Charles Haddon Spurgeon. For us as Reformed Baptists, he ought to have the greatest respect that may be given to one of the pastor-teachers (Eph.4:11) given to Christ’s church. We ought to listen and learn when he speaks, and especially when he speaks on an issue so practically important as the Christian Sabbath. Brandon Rhea has done the church a great service by reminding us in this book of Spurgeon’s confessional views of the Christian Sabbath and indeed of the law of God in general. May God give this book great influence for good!"
-Sam Waldron President, Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary Pastor, Grace Reformed Baptist Church, Owensboro, Kentucky.
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"Living in God’s Two Kingdoms illustrates how a two-kingdoms model of Christianity and culture affirms much of what is compelling in these transformationist movements while remaining faithful to the whole counsel of Scripture. By focusing on God’s response to each kingdom―his preservation of the civil society and his redemption of the spiritual kingdom―VanDrunen teaches readers how to live faithfully in each sphere."
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"The men whose stories appear in this book made up a network of pastors. Through personal contact, or influence, or by reading each other’s books, they were bound together in a spiritual brotherhood. They shared a common burden to see God glorified, his Son magnified, and his Spirit honoured by wholesome and practical biblical preaching, wise pastoral counselling, church and family strengthening, and faithful Christian living. Haste and Parker introduce us to these men, their theology, and the lessons we can learn from them."
J.R.R. Tolkien: Christian Maker of Middle-Earth by Jeremy W. Johnston https://hesedandemet.com/product/j-r-r-tolkien-christian-maker-of-middle-earth/
“In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit.” So begins J.R.R. Tolkien’s marvellous tale of wizards, elves, dragons, and dwarves in the children’s book, The Hobbit. Since Bilbo Baggins entered the hearts and minds of readers in 1937, millions of people around the world have gone on to read, watch, and study Tolkien’s epic masterpieces The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion. Yet, in spite of the legacy and the world-wide fame of Tolkien’s Middle-earth, many people know more about hobbits, trolls, and magic rings than they do about the man behind it all. So who was J.R.R. Tolkien, the maker of Middle-earth? In his own words, he says, “I am a Christian” and plainly states that he wrote The Lord of the Rings “to be consonant with Christian thought and belief.” This is why Tolkien’s Christian faith is the linchpin for fully understanding and appreciating his voluminous writings. This biography is intended to show readers that Tolkien’s Christian faith was central to his life and work, personally, professionally, and—most importantly—creatively.
An Evangelical Conversation on Church Planting with Tom Hawkes | The Covenant Podcast
Confessional, Affordable, Theological Education CBTS is a Confessional Reformed Baptist Seminary Providing Affordable Online Theological Education to Help the Church in its Calling to Train Faithful Men for the Gospel Ministry.
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In this episode, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Phil Johnson about Charles Finney. They discuss emotionalism, revivalism, the anxious bench, the altar call, and more.
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In this conversation, we speak with Dr. Matthew Stanton about his book "Liturgy and Identity: London Baptists and the Hymn-Singing Controversy." To purchase this book, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Liturgy-Identity-Baptists-Hymn-Singing-Controversy/dp/B0B9QMQC1J?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1∣=ATVPDKIKX0DER
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In this episode, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Dr. Matthew Stanton about the Benjamin Keach Project. Dr. Stanton, along with the publishing aid of Particular Baptist Heritage Books, is helping to get the works of Benjamin Keach into the hands of 21st-century believers.
To buy volume 1 of the works of Benjamin Keach, click on this link: https://www.particularbaptistbooks.com/benjamin-keach-volume-1
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In this inaugural episode of #GillGroup Austin McCormick, Dewey Dovel, Jimmy Johnson, and Ken Glisch discuss the significance of John Gill. Additionally, Jimmy Johnson provides a biographical sketch of Gill.
The Covenant Podcast drew inspiration to create this "show within a show" by profiting from the Reformed Forum's "Vos Group."
Listen to previous episodes of the Covenant Podcast here: https://covenantpodcast.podbean.com/
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In this episode, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Patrick Abendroth on his book, "Covenant Theology." We discuss i) the importance of Covenant Theology, ii) the covenants of works, grace, and redemption, iii) the problems of biblicism, and more.
Pick up a copy of Dr. Abendroth's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Covenant-Theology-Patrick-Abendroth/dp/0976080427
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In this conversation, Austin McCormick interviews John Divito to discuss "Evangelizing Mormons." Before John was saved by the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, he lived as a Mormon for some time. John has a burden to see the Lord save more Mormons from this false religion to the praise of God's glory.
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Abraham Kuyper and Herman Bavinck sparked a theological tradition in the Netherlands that came to be known as Neo-Calvinism. While studies in Neo-Calvinism have focused primarily on its political and philosophical insights, its theology has received less attention.
In Neo-Calvinism: A Theological Introduction, Cory C. Brock and N. Gray Sutanto present the unique dogmatic contributions of the tradition. Each chapter focuses on a distinct theological aspect, such as revelation, creation, salvation, and ecclesiology. Neo-Calvinism produced rich theological work that yields promise for contemporary dogmatics. This book invites readers into this rich theological trajectory.
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Steve Lawson serves as president of OnePassion Ministries and professor of Preaching at The Master's Seminary. A graduate of Texas Tech University, Dallas Theological Seminary, and Reformed Theological Seminary, he also serves on the board of directors of The Master's University and Seminary and the ministerial board for Reformed Theological Seminary. Steve and his wife, Anne, have four children.
At the request of one of our listeners, Pastor Jimmy Johnson addresses the doctrine of "Progressive Sanctification." We hope that this conversation is useful as we seek to equip our listeners with theological content from a 1689 Baptist perspective!
This episode is a narration of Dewey Dovel's work titled "The Holy Spirit in Christian Education."
Here are the sources for his paper:
[1] Steven B. Cowan and James S. Spiegel, The Love of Wisdom: A Christian Introduction to Philosophy (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2009), 1-4.
[2] Although the disciplines of philosophy, science, and theology are often seen in conflict with one another, Vern S. Poythress demonstrates how this should not be the case on pages 13-31 of Redeeming Science: A God-Centered Approach (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 2006) and pages 13-19 of Redeeming Philosophy: A God-Centered Approach to the Big Questions (Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2014).
[3] “Social Media Statistics Details,” Undiscovered Maine, October 8, 2021, https://umaine.edu/undiscoveredmaine/small-business/resources/marketing-for-small-business/social-media-tools/social-media-statistics-details/.
[4] Even secular neurological and psychological studies have disclosed that human cognition is foundational to human experience. Consider the following resource as a sampling of this research: Celeste Kidd and Benjamin Y. Hayden, “The Psychology and Neuroscience of Curiosity,” Neuron 88, no. 3 (November 4, 2015): 449–60.
[5] On the basis of recorded human history, Tyrel Eskelson argues for at least 5,000 years of formal education in “How and Why Formal Education Originated in the Emergence of Civilization,” Journal of Education and Learning 9, no. 2 (February 5, 2020): 29–47, https://doi.org/10.5539/jel.v9n2p29.
[6] A sample of book length treatments teasing out competing methodologies of formal education are Russell Lincoln Ackoff and Daniel A. Greenberg, Turning Learning Right Side Up: Putting Education Back On Track (Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, 2016) and James M. Lang, Small Teaching: Everyday Lessons From the Science of Learning (San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass, 2021).
[7] James N. Anderson, What’s Your Worldview?: An Interactive Approach to Life’s Big Questions (Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2014), 69-70.
[8] As defined by John M. Frame in A History of Western Philosophy and Theology (Phillipsburg, NJ: P & R Publishing, 2015): “[Materialism is the belief that] all events can be explained in terms of matter and motion. On this view, there is no immaterial soul. If there is something we can call soul, it is either material (the Stoic view) or an aspect of the body” (10-11).
[9] Greg L. Bahnsen, Always Ready: Directions for Defending the Faith, ed. Robert R. Booth (Nacogdoches, TX: Covenant Media Foundation, 2000), 51.
[10] George R. Knight, Philosophy & Education: An Introduction in Christian Perspective (Berrien Springs, MI: Andrews University Press, 2006). 224.
[11] Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture references are derived from the New American Standard Bible (1995).
Furthermore, this paper is not arguing that it is impossible to attend or work for a secular academic institution and be faithful to one’s Christian witness. Rather, this paper is observing that at the philosophical level, secular and Christian academic institutions are operating from fundamentally antithetical presuppositions. By definition, secular academic settings seek a neutral/non-religious stance from the outset of formulating curriculum, hiring staff, etc. On the other hand, Christian academic settings seek a positive religious stance from the outset of formulating curriculum, hiring staff, etc. Yet ironically—given the philosophical impossibility of neutrality—the former approach is not only unable to satisfy its own expressed intentions, but it also necessarily sets itself in opposition to biblical Christianity (e.g., Matt. 12:30; Luke 9:50). Therefore, by virtue of being incompatibile with biblical Christianity, secular educational philosophies should be understood as materializing from the god of this age (2 Cor. 4:4). At bottom, Believers who choose to be immersed into secular educational contexts need to be aware of the preceding antithesis from the outset of their involvement.
[12] Although all of the triune God’s ad extra works in creation are inseparable, many passages of Scripture will appropriate specific works to one person of the Godhead. For more on the “essence-appropriate”—“persons-appropriate” distinction, see Mark Jones, God Is: A Devotional Guide to the Attributes of God (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 2017), 22-23.
[13] The inescapability and universality of presuppositions is teased out on page 5 of Cornelius Van Til, Christian Apologetics, ed. William Edgar, 2nd ed. (Phillipsburg, NJ: P & R Publishing, 2003): “Everyone ‘sees’ through a lens. There can be no neutrality, because everything in our awareness flows out of some kind of presupposition.”
[14] Theologians have historically designated God’s revelation in nature as general revelation, and God’s revelation in Scripture as special revelation. More expansive definitions of these terms can be found on page 936 of John MacArthur and Richard Mayhue, eds., Biblical Doctrine: A Systematic Summary of Bible Truth (Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2017).
[15] Cornelius Van Til, The Defense of the Faith, ed. K. Scott Oliphint (Phillipsburg, NJ: P & R Publishing, 2008), 176.
[16] Lamenting the state of secular education in “What Shall We Feed Our Children?,” Presbyterian Guardian 3 (1936), Cornelius Van Til calls for the people of God to retrieve a distinctly Christian education:
“Our child will certainly attend the grade school for several years and that for five days a week. In Sunday school our child has learned the nineteenth psalm. As he goes to school those beautiful words, ‘The heavens declare the glory of God’ still reverberate through his mind. But when he enters the school room all this has suddenly changed. There the ‘starry universe above’ somehow operates quite independently of God. And what is true of ‘the heavens above’ is true of everything else. At home the child is taught that ‘whether we eat or drink or do anything else’ we must do all to the glory of God because everything has been created by God and everything is sustained by God. In school the child is taught that everything comes of itself and sustains itself. This much is involved in the idea of ‘neutrality’ itself. At best this means that God need not be brought into the picture when we are teaching anything to our children. But is it not a great sin for Christian parents to have their children taught for five days a week by competent teachers that nature and history have nothing to do with God? We have no moral right to expect anything but that our children will accept that in which they have been most thoroughly instructed and will ignore that about which they hear only intermittently” (23-24).
[17] On this point, the axiom “all truth is God’s truth” is especially applicable. For insights into the utilization of such an axiom, see Frank E. Gaebelein, The Pattern of God’s Truth: Problems of Integration in Christian Education (Chicago, IL: Moody Press, 1968), 20.
[18] In Reformed Dogmatics: Prolegomena, ed. John Bolt, trans. John Vriend, vol. 1, 4 vols. (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2003), Herman Bavinck argues that the “operation of God’s Spirit and of his common grace is discernible not only in science and art, morality and law, but also in [false] religions” (317). Hence, the ability for humanity to know any true things in reality is an extension of God’s common grace, with a special appropriation to the Holy Spirit’s work in creation.
[19] These twin truths were championed by the Dutch Reformed Neo-Calvinists of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. A sampling of this observation is portrayed in Cory C. Brock and Nathaniel Gray Sutanto, Neo-Calvinism: A Theological Introduction (Bellingham, WA: Lexham Academic, 2022), 91-92.
[20] Upon reflecting on Christian teachers’ absolute dependence on the Holy Spirit throughout the educational process, J.T. English offers sage insights in Deep Discipleship: How the Church Can Make Whole Disciples of Jesus (Nashville, TN: B & H Publishing Group, 2020): “There is no path for deep [learning] other than living the Christian life by the power of the Holy Spirit; only he can make us whole again and conform us to the image of the Son. If not for the work of the Holy Spirit, all of our best ministry plans [and efforts] would be laid to nothing” (136).
[21] As argued by Stephen Wellum in “From Alpha to Omega: A Biblical-Theological Approach to God the Son Incarnate,” Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society 63, no. 1 (2020): 71–94, the Lord Jesus Christ is both at the center of Scripture and is the goal (telos) of Scripture.
[22] By virtue of divine simplicity, and the ensuing doctrine of inseparable operations, the entirety of the Godhead co-equally receives glory through any self-revelation in creation or Scripture. As footnote 12 indicates, “persons-appropriate” language does not undermine the co-equality of God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit.
[23] Daniel J. Treier’s chapter in Christian Dogmatics: Reformed Theology for the Church Catholic, ed. Michael Allen and Scott R. Swain (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2016), 216-42 is especially helpful in accentuating the lordship of Christ subsequent to His humiliation and exaltation (e.g., Phil. 2:5-11).
[24] James D. Bratt, ed., Abraham Kuyper: A Centennial Reader (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 1998), 488.
[25] The following excerpt from Joel R. Beeke and Paul M. Smalley, Reformed Systematic Theology: Revelation and God, vol. 1, 3 vols. (Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2019) incisively communicate the unique relationship that Jesus has to God’s special revelatory purposes:
“Possessing unique intimacy with the Father, the Son is uniquely qualified to make known. Christ is ‘the Word,’ the living Revelation of God who has been from the beginning, so that no one has ever known God unless ‘the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father,’ has ‘declared him’” (266).
[26] See footnotes 12 and 22 for clarifying comments about “persons-appropriate” language in Scripture.
[27] In Institutes of the Christian Religion, trans. Henry Beveridge (Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2015), John Calvin unpacks how the Old and New Testament authors were guided by the Holy Spirit to divulge the person and work of Jesus Christ:
“If what Christ says is true—‘No one sees the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him’ [Matt. 11:27]—surely they who would attain the knowledge of God should always be directed by that eternal Wisdom… Therefore, holy men of old knew God only by beholding him in his Son as in a mirror (cf. 2 Cor. 3:18). When I say this, I mean that God has never manifested himself to men in any other way than through the Son, that is, his sole wisdom, light, and truth. From this fountain Adam, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and others drank all that they had of heavenly teaching” (763).
[28] The Holy Spirit’s role in bearing witness to the person and work of Christ is summarized on pages 13-14 of Roy B. Zuck, Spirit-Filled Teaching: The Power of the Holy Spirit in Your Ministry (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, 1998).
[29] Perhaps the quintessential evidence of global confusion surrounding Christology, and other basic tenets of orthodox Christianity, is encapsulated in the bi-annual State of Theology Survey conducted by Ligonier Ministries and LifeWay Research. To access the results of every survey from its inception in 2014, see “Data Explorer,” The State of Theology, accessed August 30, 2023, https://thestateoftheology.com/.
[30] Chapter 17 (i.e., “The Holy Spirit and Scripture”) of Gregg R. Allison and Andreas J. Köstenberger, The Holy Spirit (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2020), 307-23 supply readers with many helpful insights pertaining to the connection between a believer’s reverence for God’s written word, and how such a reverence cultivates a posture of submission to Christ’s lordship.
[31] Although the notion of “thinking God’s thoughts after Him” is usually attributed to Johannes Kepler (1571-1630), Jason Lisle provides several practical ways in which believers can “think God’s thoughts after Him” on pages 54-61 of The Ultimate Proof of Creation: Resolving the Origins Debate (Green Forest, AR: Master Books, 2022).
[32] The definition recorded for education is a paraphrase of the more expansive definition transcribed in Robert B. Costello, ed., Random House Webster’s College Dictionary (New York, NY: Random House, 1992), 425. In the technical sense, this definition is a faithful synopsis of what any education experience will offer.
[33] Based on the model of Acts 2:37, Lawrence O. Richards and Gary J. Bredfeldt propose that there are three integral dimensions to imparting divine truth to students (or people in general): (1) cognitive; (2) affective; (3) behavioral. The cognitive dimension pertains to exposing others to truth, the affective dimension alludes to the process whereby one explains how attitudes/values should be impacted by the truth, and the behavioral dimension refers to how a lifestyle should be impacted as a result of embracing the newly discovered truth. Each of these insights documented by Richards and Bredfeldt signify a uniform perspective on the relationship between what one knows intellectually and how one applies that particular data. To access the chapter long treatment of these subjects, see Creative Bible Teaching (Chicago, IL: Moody Publishers, 2020), 145-63.
[34] Arthur W. Pink, The Holy Spirit (Seaside, OR: Rough Draft Printing, 2016), 107-8.
[35] Despite many individuals and institutions who claim the name Christian, and embrace orthodox doctrinal/ideological convictions, an evaluation of their observable lifestyle reveals that they are not Christian in any meaningful (i.e., biblical) sense of the term. Francis Turretin highlights the nature of those who model proper head knowledge, but display no fruit of living it out: “[Unbelievers of this kind possess knowledge that] sticks to the uppermost surface of the soul (to wit, intellect); [but] it does not penetrate to the heart, nor does it have true trust in Christ.” Institutes of Elenctic Theology, ed. James T. Dennison, trans. George M. Giger, vol. 2, 3 vols. (Phillipsburg, NJ: P & R Publishing, 1994), 588.
[36] This threefold line of argumentation employed throughout the paper has followed this biblically-based template:
Knowledge: Christian Education Must be Shaped by Divine Revelation.
Righteousness: Christian Education Must be Shaped by the Lordship of Jesus Christ.
Holiness: Christian Education Must be Shaped by Holiness of Living.
Incidentally, a synonymous line of reasoning is likewise expressed in Question and Answer 13 of the Baptist Catechism: “Question: How did God create man? Answer: God created man, male and female, after his own image, in knowledge, righteousness, and holiness, with dominion over the creatures (Gen. 1:26-28; Col. 3:10; Eph. 4:24).”
An online edition of the Baptist Catechism can be accessed here: “The Baptist Catechism,” Founders Ministries, September 12, 2022, https://founders.org/library/the-baptist-catechism/#:~:text=God%20created%20man%2C%20male%20and,4%3A24).
A New Degree Program at CBTSeminary The Master of Theology (ThM) program is designed to deepen the student’s theological understanding to better serve in pastoral ministry, teaching, or further academic scholarship. Students have three tracks to choose from.
“This program will expand and deepen a student’s abilities in ministry by providing a focused opportunity in advanced biblical scholarship. Students are equipped for leadership in pastoral ministry and academia as they gain greater mastery in an area of study that is normally possible at the MDiv level. This program is an excellent choice for the student who is seeking further expertise in a specific area of study or seeking further preparation before a PhD program. Do you aspire to be part of the next generation of Pastor-Scholars? Come study with us!” -Sam Waldron, President, CBTSeminary.
Three Program Tracks CBTSeminary is excited to offer the ThM degree in three program tracks. Each program track consists of 30 credit hours and each program track enables students to choose which route will best equip them for additional theological training.
Track option #1 ThM in Reformed Baptist Studies consists of 12 courses tailored to Confessional Baptist distinctives. Students in this track will study the following subjects: Biblical Theology, Theological Latin, Symbolics, Ecclesiology, Eschatology, Reformed Baptist Covenant Theology, Baptist Historical Theology, Law & Gospel in Pastoral Ministry, and Hyper-Calvinism & the Free Offer of the Gospel.
Track option #2 ThM in Reformed Baptist Studies (Thesis Option) consists of 10 courses that are likewise tailored to Confessional Baptist distinctives. The subjects of study for Track Option #2 are the same as Track Option #1. For this option, students will prepare a 100–150 page Thesis paper. The topic of this paper must be approved by the thesis advisor and defended (preferably) live in person in Owensboro, KY.
Track option #3 ThM in Reformed Baptist Studies (Research Option) includes Theological Latin I & II and four Research Classes. Students in this track option will be overseen by an academic advisor who assigns reading material related to the student’s area of specialization. After researching and writing on subjects assigned by the academic advisor, the student will prepare a 100-150 thesis.
Theological Latin “We praise the Lord for His kindness in giving us the privilege of offering further study here at CBTS through our ThM program. It is especially designed for men in the ministry to have the opportunity to delve more deeply into a particular area of theological study. The program provides three possible tracks of study that enable MDiv graduates from CBTS and other schools to be further equipped for their service to Christ and His Church.
For each track, students are required to complete two classes in Theological Latin. I am thankful I had the opportunity to take Latin during my own MDiv studies and have benefited greatly from that study. Although not a Biblical Language, a facility in Latin is helpful to students for a number of reasons. First, students will be able to read portions of the Biblia Sacra Vulgata (The Latin Vulgate), an important translation used for much of church history. Second, students can gain a clearer understanding of the theological writings of voices from the past in Latin, such as Augustine in the Early Church period, John Calvin in the Reformation period, and John Owen in the Puritan era. Third, students will better understand theological terminology. Fourth, English and Spanish speakers will better understand their native language since both derive a significant percentage of their vocabulary from Latin. For these reasons and more, I encourage students to consider studying Theological Latin at CBTS!” -John Miller, Vice President, CBTSeminary.
Areas of Specialized Study For students in Track Option #3 ThM in Reformed Baptist Studies (Research Option), the following areas of specialized study are offered: Systematic Theology, Historical Theology, Biblical Linguistics, Old Testament Studies, New Testament Studies, Christian Ethics, and Covenant Theology.
Program Start-Date CBTS has begun accepting applications for the program and plans to add a rotation of Theological Latin beginning in the fall of 2023. You can apply here: https://cbtseminary.org/thm/
About CBTSeminary The vision of CBTSeminary is to see the church of the Lord Jesus Christ strengthened and expanded worldwide to the end that Christ would be known, loved, and exalted. Its mission, therefore, is to help the church to prepare men to undertake the full range of pastoral responsibilities they will face in serving Christ and His kingdom and to equip Christians for effective service in the church. They do this work by providing rigorous academic training and facilitating extensive pastoral mentoring.
To learn more about Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary, visit CBTSeminary.org.
Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Dr. Ian Shaw and discuss his new book, "Leslie Land: His Life and Ministry." The description for the book reads as follows on H&E's website:
"In this book, we encounter a man whose twentieth-century life and ministry mirrored a concern for faithful preaching, pastoral care, and the mission field. Leslie Land avoided labels, but his gentle, impeccably courteous, yet penetrating expositions laid the foundations of a Reformed evangelicalism which was to influence many in the United Kingdom from his church in Leicester. He would say, “I have sought to emphasize none other loyalty than Christ and His Word.” The second half of the book gives a selection of extended outlines of his biblical, doctrinal, and experiential preaching, grouped according to declaring the gospel to those who were not Christians, the relation between faith and life, the life of the church, and the necessary defense of the gospel."
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In this interview, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel ask Dr. Beale questions like:
Should we emulate the interpretive method of Christ and the Apostles?
How does the New Testament relate to the Old Testament?
What are some of the hermeneutical presuppositions that help us interpret the New Testament in light of the Old Testament?
We hope this conversation with Dr. Beale is edifying and encouraging to you. God bless!
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Dewey Dovel, Jimmy Johnson, and Austin McCormick discuss some books they have recently read and/or books they are currently reading.
What have you been reading recently? If there is a particular work you have benefited from recently, share with others in the comments!
RERUN!!!
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Michael Haykin about the Particular Baptist, Samuel Pearce. In this talk, Dr. Haykin describes Pearce's life as being characterized by "Holy Love."
Other people in this talk include Samuel's wife, Andrew Fuller, William Carey, etc.
In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick provides a biographical sketch of William Carey and gives three applications in light of Carey's life and ministry. The applications are i) the Obligation to Use Means, ii) the Importance of Friendship, and iii) the Significance of Evangelical Calvinism.
This work is a compilation of material utilizing several sources, but since the following are used significantly throughout the episode, they are also included here:
Timothy George, “William Carey (1761-1834)” in The British Particular Baptists 1638-1910, Vol.2. ed. Michael A.G. Haykin (Springfield, MO: Particular Baptist Press).
Thomas J. Nettles, “William Carey (1761-1834)” in The Baptists: Key People Involved in Forming a Baptist Identity, Volume One, Beginnings in Britain, (Fearn, Scotland: Christian Focus Publications, 2005).
Michael A.G. Haykin, The Missionary Fellowship of William Carey. (Orlando, FL: Reformation Trust, 2018).
In this episode, Dewey Dovel interviews Brian Croft about the following subject "Faithfulness in Pastoral Ministry."
Brian is the former Senior Pastor of Auburndale Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky and is the Founder and Executive Director of Practical Shepherding, Inc. He is also Senior Fellow for the Mathena Center for Church Revitalization and an Adjunct Professor at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the husband of Cara and father of four children, son, Samuel and daughters, Abby, Isabelle, and Claire. He has served in pastoral ministry for over twenty-five years, spending seventeen of those years as Senior Pastor of Auburndale Baptist Church.
In this episode, we speak with Jonathan Goodwin about vocalization. Our brother provides some helpful tips to improve voice and explains the importance of using the voice as a minister of God's Word.
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Brian Talbot joins the show to discuss a book he coedited, "Under the Mulberry Tree: The Correspondence of Andrew Fuller & Christopher Anderson.
Brian came to Broughty Ferry from Carbrain Baptist Church in Cumbernauld in July 2007. In addition to work within the congregation, Brian serves on the chaplaincy team of three local schools: Barnhill and Forthill Primary Schools and Grove Academy. He also represents the church at the Dundee Evangelical Christian Alliance, a growing inter-church body that unites a variety of evangelical causes in the city. Brian, in line with the longstanding approach of this congregation, is committed to working within the wider Baptist family. He serves on the Board of Ministry of the Baptist Union of Scotland. In the European Baptist context, this has led to a partnership with the Baptist Union of Serbia (North), where Broughty Ferry Baptist Church has been committed to supporting a church-plant work in the town of Ruma. Brian is also involved in the work of the Baptist World Alliance.
For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
This conversation was originally a Twitter Spaces conversation. Since it was a beneficial discussion, we decided to republish it here as an episode of the Covenant Podcast.
Pastor J. Ryan Davidson, Ph.D.(C)Professor of Practical TheologyJ. Ryan Davidson is a Ph.D. candidate at the Free University of Amsterdam, researching pastoral theology in the early church period. He is a graduate of Samford University (B.A.), The College of William & Mary (M.Ed.), and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (Th.M.). He currently pastors Grace Baptist Chapel, a Reformed Baptist Church in Hampton, VA. He is married to Christie and they have four children.
Courses taught: Introduction to Pastoral Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling, History of Counseling & Pastoral Care.
Pastor Timothy Decker, Ph.D.Professor of Biblical LanguagesDr. Timothy Decker is one of the pastors of Trinity Reformed Baptist Church of Roanoke, VA, having joined them in 2018. He holds a B.A. and M.A. biblical studies from Carolina University (formerly Piedmont International University), a Th.M. in New Testament from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. in biblical studies from Capital Seminary and Graduate School. In his dissertation research, he examined the style of biblical Hebrew poetry in the New Testament. He has presented various papers at academic society meetings and authored numerous articles in several different scholarly journals. He is a member of ETS and IBR. When he is not reading or researching, he enjoys spending time with his wife and four children.
Courses taught: Elementary Greek I, Elementary Greek II
Pastor Josh Wilson, Ph.D.Professor of Biblical LanguagesJosh lives in Park Hills, MO with his wife (Sarah, married in 2002) and their eight children (Joshua, Jakob, Timothy, Caleb, Katelynne, Natalie, Luke, and Simon). He enjoys playing boardgames with his family and, when he has the time, backcountry backpacking on the Ozark Trail. Josh has been serving as the senior pastor of First Baptist Church in Park Hills since 2012 and has been teaching Bible for Missouri Baptist University since 2008. He holds a B.A. in Religious Education and Biblical Languages from Missouri Baptist University as well as a M.Div. in Biblical and Theological Studies from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Through Southern Seminary, he also earned a Ph.D. in Old Testament with an emphasis in Greek, Hebrew, and Hebrew Literature. Josh has spoken at several regional conferences and has written articles for both Answers in Genesis and the Answers Research Journal.
Courses taught: Elementary Hebrew 1, Elementary Hebrew 2.
In the episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Brian Borgman on "The Preaching of Albert Martin."
Brian Borgman is the founding pastor of Grace Community Church. He earned a B.A. in Biblical Studies from Biola University (La Mirada, CA), a Master of Divinity from Western Conservative Baptist Seminary (Portland, OR) and a Doctor of Ministry from Westminster Seminary (Escondido, CA) and a ThM from Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary in Historical Theology. Brian and his wife Ariel have been married since 1987. They have three wonderful children, Ashley, Zach and Alex and three grandsons.
For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Dr. Josh Wilson on the translation of Genesis 1:1. They compare different translations of this verse and consider their strengths, weaknesses, and implications. For more information, visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this episode, Jimmy Johnson and Dewey Dovel interview Jim Cassidy on Karl Barth.
Dr. Cassidy's Ph.D. dissertation is titled: “The God Who Has Time for Us: The Rapprochement of Eternity and Time in Karl Barth’s Church Dogmatics.”
Dr. James "Jim" Cassidy has been the pastor of South Austin Presbyterian Church since its inception in July 2014 as a daughter congregation of Providence Presbyterian Church in Pflugerville, Texas. Jim previously served in OPC pastorates in Pennsylvania (Johnstown) and New Jersey (Ringoes). In his ministry he has been and continues to be committed to proclaiming Christ and Him crucified from all the Scriptures. Jim earned an MDiv at Westminster Theological Seminary as well as the PhD in Historical and Theological Studies, concentrating in Systematic Theology. You can follow him on Twitter at @jjcassidy.
In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Dewey Dovel interviews Tom Pennington. They discuss "Preaching through the Book of Romans."
Tom Pennington has served as Pastor-Teacher at Countryside Bible Church since October, 2003. Prior to arriving in Texas, he served 16 years at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, including as an elder. He spent his last four years there as Senior Associate Pastor and as personal assistant to John MacArthur. Prior to that, he served as Managing Director of Grace to You, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the international radio, tape, publications, and internet ministry.
Tom completed his B.A. and M.A. at Bob Jones University and served as a member of the faculty while taking additional Ph.D. classes in New Testament Interpretation. In 2013, he received an honorary Doctor of Divinity (D.D.) from The Master’s University.
In this episode, Austin McCormick interviews the General Editor of Particular Baptist Heritage Books, Pastor Doug Barger.
PBHB has recently brought into publication the following titles:
Beddome's Sermons Vol.1
Works of Abraham Booth Vol.1
Works of John Gill Vol.1 Works of
John Gill Vol.2
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In this episode, Austin McCormick interviews Scott Aniol about his conference sessions at #CovCon23
Scott Aniol, PhD, is the executive vice president of G3 and is a teacher of culture, worship, aesthetics, and church ministry philosophy. He lectures around the country in churches, conferences, and seminaries, and he has authored several books including Changed from Glory into Glory: The Liturgical Story of the Christian Faith and Biblical Foundations of Corporate Worship, and dozens of articles published in theological journals. In addition to his role with G3, Scott is Professor of Pastoral Theology at Grace Bible Theological Seminary in Conway, Arkansas. Scott holds a masters degree in theological studies (SWBTS), a masters degree in aesthetics (NIU), and a PhD in worship theology (SWBTS). Scott and his wife, Becky, have four children: Caleb, Kate, Christopher, and Caroline.
For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this short episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick interviews Dr. Tom Nettles about his conference lecture at #CovCon23.
In addition to preaching about praise to God, Dr. Nettles has authored a book titled "Praise is His Gracious Choice." You can purchase your copy here: https://press.founders.org/shop/praise-is-his-gracious-choice-corporate-worship-expressing-biblical-truth/
Dr. Tom Nettles is widely regarded as one of the foremost Baptist historians in America. He joined the faculty of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary after teaching at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School where he was a professor of Church History and chairman of that department. Previously, he taught at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary. He received a B.A. from Mississippi College and an M.Div. and Ph.D. from Southwestern. In addition to writing numerous journal articles and scholarly papers, Dr. Nettles has authored or edited nine books including By His Grace and For His Glory, Baptists, and the Bible, and Why I Am a Baptist.
Courses taught at CBTS: Historical Theology of the Baptists, Historical Theology Overview, Jonathan Edwards & Andrew Fuller.
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In this short episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick interviews Pastor Conrad Mbewe at #CovCon23. In this conversation, he overviews his 3 conference messages from John 4.
Conrad Mbewe has served as pastor of Kabwata Baptist Church in Lusaka, Zambia, since 1987. KBC is presently overseeing the establishment of about 20 new Reformed Baptist churches in Zambia and other African countries. Mbewe also maintains an itinerant preaching ministry in different countries around the world and is the editor of Reformation Zambia magazine. He has written about 40 booklets in Africa and four books that have been published internationally, including Foundations for the Flock and Pastoral Preaching: Building a People for God.
For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this week's episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview the general secretary of the OPC, Danny Olinger.
Danny has authored a book titled "Geerhardus Vos: Reformed Biblical Theologian, Confessional Presbyterian" published by the Reformed Forum. In this conversation, Olinger discusses the life and theology of Vos through his friendships, education, biblical theology, and eschatology.
You can purchase Danny's book here: https://reformedforum.org/product/geerhardus-vos-reformed-biblical-theologian-confessional-presbyterian/
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In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick interviews Justin Schell on a book he has coauthored, "Come and See: A History and Theology of Mission."
In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick speaks with James Renihan and Sam Waldron on the Perspicuity of Scripture. Drs. Renihan and Waldron were the keynote speakers of the 2023 Founders Midwest Conference in Fenton, Missouri.
In this conversation, they summarize their conference messages. Additionally, our guests had the opportunity to summarize their newest books, "How Then Should We Worship?" (Waldron) and "To the Judicious and Impartial Reader" (Renihan).
You can find these titles and more in the following links below:
How Then Should We Worship? : https://www.amazon.com/How-Then-Should-We-Worship/dp/1783973110/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1O18HILKDSAR8&keywords=how+then+should+we+worship+sam+waldron&qid=1677868574&sprefix=How+then+should+we%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-1
To the Judicious and Impartial Reader: https://press.founders.org/shop/fto-the-judicious-and-impartial-reader-baptist-symbolics-volume-2/
For the Vindication of the Truth: https://press.founders.org/shop/for-the-vindication-of-the-truth-baptist-symbolics-volume-1/
For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick interviews Dewey Dovel in a friendly critique of theonomy.
Below are some links to the resources Dewey mentioned in the episode:
https://cbtseminary.org/theonomy-a-reformed-baptist-assessment-sam-waldron/
https://cbtseminary.org/should-government-punish-false-worship-or-coerce-true-worship-tom-hicks/
For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick interviews Rexford Semrad to discuss two incidents in John Calvin's life: the situation with Severtus and Calvin's stance against the Libertines.
For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Dr. Rob Lyerly on the preaching legacy of Doctor Martyn Lloyd-Jones.
For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this episode, we speak with Pastor Matt Duckett of Metro East Baptist Church, Wichita, KS. Pastor discusses the doctrine of Christ's descent with our audience.
In this episode, we speak with Pastor Garrett Walden about a not-so-well-known Particular Baptist Pastor from the 18th century, John C. Ryland.
In this week's episode, we talk with Dr. Renihan about his new book "To Judicious and Impartial Reader" an Exposition of the 2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith.
In this conversation, we speak of Pastor Trace Turner of Grace Presbyterian Church, State College, PA., on reading the Song of Solomon Christologically.
In this discussion, we speak with Rexford Semrad about lessons learned from John Calvin. We discuss misconceptions about Calvin and two stories from Calvin's life.
In this week's discussion, we chat with Jonathan Swan about John Gill. Jonathan is involved with the John Gill project by the London Lyceum and H&E Publishing. He has written an introduction for a recently republished work by John Gill, which has been titled "What is Theology?". You can purchase that book here: https://hesedandemet.com/product/what-is-theology/
In this week's discussion, we speak with Dr. Patrick Schreiner about his newly released book "Political Gospel."In Political Gospel, Patrick Schreiner argues Christianity not only has political implications but is itself a politic. The gospel at its very core is political––Jesus declared Himself to be King. But He does not allow you to put Him in your political box.
You can pick up your copy of the book here:https://www.amazon.com/Political-Gospel-Public-Witness-Politically/dp/1087755174
In this episode, we speak with Jake Stone about a Baptist figure named Isaac Backus. Jake is known for his interest in Baptist history and aspires to extensively research Backus.
In this episode, we speak with Matthew Reynolds. He has spent extensive time researching William Ward. Be on the lookout for his forthcoming book by H&E publishing.
Dr. Joel Beeke joins the show to discuss his book "Reformed Preaching." Reformed experiential preaching not only informs minds, but also engages hearts and transforms the conduct of its hearers! Experienced pastor and professor Joel R. Beeke examines Reformation sermons from Zwingli, Calvin, Bunyan, Edwards, Davies, Lloyd-Jones, and others—and bridges the historical gap by showing ministers how to convey life-transforming truths today. You can purchase the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Reformed-Preaching-Proclaiming-Preacher-People/dp/1433559277 For more information about CBTS visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this week's episode, we speak with Ed Romine, Ph.D., on the subject of his dissertation: "Spurgeon & Open Air Preaching."
In this week's episode we discuss Biblical Counseling with author, Chris Chumita. Brother Chris has authored multiple books related to this subject. You can check them out below:
Light through the Spectrum: https://www.amazon.com/Light-Through-Spectrum-Biblical-Counseling/dp/B08QWH38PX/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3IFJ4OMONHMDP&keywords=Chris+Chumita&qid=1667239521&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=chris+chumita%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-2
Dark Night of the Soul: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Night-Soul-Light-Darkness/dp/B09XF8QS3T/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3IFJ4OMONHMDP&keywords=Chris+Chumita&qid=1667239548&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=chris+chumita%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-3
For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this week's episode, we speak with Pastor Rob Ventura on a forthcoming book that he edited, "A New Exposition of the London Baptist Confession of Faith of 1689."
For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this week's episode, we speak with Pastor Rob Ventura on a forthcoming book that he edited, "A New Exposition of the London Baptist Confession of Faith of 1689."
For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this week's episode, we speak to CBTS administrator and deacon of Grace Reformed Baptist Church, Owensboro, KY, Brice Bigham.
Brice presents a biblical theology of irony by explaining retributive and redemptive irony.
Check out this discussion! For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
In this week's episode, we speak to CBTS administrator and deacon of Grace Reformed Baptist Church, Owensboro, KY, Brice Bigham.
Brice presents a biblical theology of irony by explaining retributive and redemptive irony.
Check out this discussion! For more information visit: https://cbtseminary.org
Purchase David Prince's book here: https://hesedandemet.com/product/preaching-the-truth-as-it-is-in-jesus-a-reader-on-andrew-fuller/
Preaching the truth as it is in Jesus: A reader on Andrew Fuller
By David E. Prince | Foreword by Michael A.G. Haykin
“Every Divine truth bears a relation to him: hence the doctrine of the gospel is called ‘the truth as it is in Jesus,'” according to Andrew Fuller. Biblical history is the story of the truth as it is in Jesus. Fuller never lost sight of this foundational truth. His pastoral commitment to pursue the truth as it is in Jesus transformed every aspect of Fuller’s thinking, including his understanding of the task of preaching, sermon preparation, and the preparation of the preacher himself. He believed in the primacy of faithful, Christ-centered expository preaching. Of preaching, he wrote, “Oh how important! We preach for eternity!” These pages call the reader alongside Andrew Fuller as he teaches us through his writings and sermons to “Preach not only the truth, but all truth, ‘as it is in Jesus.'”
Purchase David Prince's book here: https://hesedandemet.com/product/preaching-the-truth-as-it-is-in-jesus-a-reader-on-andrew-fuller/
Preaching the truth as it is in Jesus: A reader on Andrew Fuller
By David E. Prince | Foreword by Michael A.G. Haykin
“Every Divine truth bears a relation to him: hence the doctrine of the gospel is called ‘the truth as it is in Jesus,'” according to Andrew Fuller. Biblical history is the story of the truth as it is in Jesus. Fuller never lost sight of this foundational truth. His pastoral commitment to pursue the truth as it is in Jesus transformed every aspect of Fuller’s thinking, including his understanding of the task of preaching, sermon preparation, and the preparation of the preacher himself. He believed in the primacy of faithful, Christ-centered expository preaching. Of preaching, he wrote, “Oh how important! We preach for eternity!” These pages call the reader alongside Andrew Fuller as he teaches us through his writings and sermons to “Preach not only the truth, but all truth, ‘as it is in Jesus.'”
In this week's episode, we speak with Dr. Andrew T. Walker about "Natural Law." Dr. Walker is Associate Professor of Christian Ethics and Apologetics; Associate Dean, School of Theology; Director, Carl F.H. Henry Institue for Evangelical Engagement at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Walker joined the faculty of Southern Seminary in 2019. His previous appointment was Senior Fellow in Christian Ethics at the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission. His calling as a professor is to defend and advance the moral witness of the gospel.
Walker has academic interests in sexual ethics, human dignity, family stability, gender, anthropology, natural law, public theology, and church-state studies. He has published widely in these fields. He is the co-author of Marriage Is: How Marriage Transforms Society and Cultivates Human Flourishing. He is the editor alongside Russell Moore of the Gospel for Life series. He is the co-author of the First Freedom religious liberty small group curriculum. He authored the award-winning book God and the Transgender Debate: What Does the Bible Actually Say About Gender Identity? He has contributed chapters to several books, delivered papers at academic conferences, and has done independent study through the Witherspoon Institute.
He speaks all over the nation on issues related to Christian ethics. He is a lay leader in his local church where he teaches fifth graders weekly and leads a community group.
In this week's episode, we speak with Dr. Andrew T. Walker about "Natural Law." Dr. Walker is Associate Professor of Christian Ethics and Apologetics; Associate Dean, School of Theology; Director, Carl F.H. Henry Institue for Evangelical Engagement at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Walker joined the faculty of Southern Seminary in 2019. His previous appointment was Senior Fellow in Christian Ethics at the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission. His calling as a professor is to defend and advance the moral witness of the gospel.
Walker has academic interests in sexual ethics, human dignity, family stability, gender, anthropology, natural law, public theology, and church-state studies. He has published widely in these fields. He is the co-author of Marriage Is: How Marriage Transforms Society and Cultivates Human Flourishing. He is the editor alongside Russell Moore of the Gospel for Life series. He is the co-author of the First Freedom religious liberty small group curriculum. He authored the award-winning book God and the Transgender Debate: What Does the Bible Actually Say About Gender Identity? He has contributed chapters to several books, delivered papers at academic conferences, and has done independent study through the Witherspoon Institute.
He speaks all over the nation on issues related to Christian ethics. He is a lay leader in his local church where he teaches fifth graders weekly and leads a community group.
In this week's episode, we chat with gifted brother Cody Edds.
Cody has been studying Cyril of Alexandria for more than a few years and is deeply interested in his thought. We hope you enjoy this conversation about Cyril!
In this week's episode, we chat with gifted brother Cody Edds.
Cody has been studying Cyril of Alexandria for more than a few years and is deeply interested in his thought. We hope you enjoy this conversation about Cyril!
Make sure you pick up a copy of this book, here: https://www.amazon.com/Spurgeon-Pastor-Recovering-Biblical-Theological/dp/1087747848/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=1345803868623566&hvadid=84113001097335&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=49574&hvlocphy=50474&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvtargid=kwd-84113743968603%3Aloc-190&hydadcr=8238_13501884&keywords=spurgeon+the+pastor&qid=1664380337&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjUwIiwicXNhIjoiMS4zNyIsInFzcCI6IjEuNjAifQ%3D%3D&sr=8-1
How would you get more than 5,000 people to show up at your church?
Almost every pastor feels the pressure to get people in the doors. More people means more success, more stability, and more godly influence, right? Often, in their zeal for fruit and growth, pastors and church leaders adopt worldly mechanisms for church growth that end up undermining the very call God has given them.
Charles Spurgeon, the Prince of Preachers, was a pastor to well over 5,000 people in a day long before "mega-churches" were the norm. But you might be surprised to know that Spurgeon's vision for ministry was not pragmatic. He did not borrow "best practices" from the business leaders of his day. Rather, his ministry vision was decidedly, staunchly biblical and theological in nature—and it was a ministry vision we ought to adopt more than a century later.
In Spurgeon the Pastor, Geoff Chang, director of the Spurgeon Library at Midwestern Seminary, shows how Spurgeon models a theological vision of ministry in preaching, baptism and the Lord's supper, meaningful church membership, biblical church leadership, leadership development, and more.
Don’t get caught up in worldly methods to pursue ministry growth. Follow the example of the Prince of Preachers, and entrust your ministry to the sovereignty of the Prince of Peace.
Make sure you pick up a copy of this book, here: https://www.amazon.com/Spurgeon-Pastor-Recovering-Biblical-Theological/dp/1087747848/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=1345803868623566&hvadid=84113001097335&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=49574&hvlocphy=50474&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvtargid=kwd-84113743968603%3Aloc-190&hydadcr=8238_13501884&keywords=spurgeon+the+pastor&qid=1664380337&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjUwIiwicXNhIjoiMS4zNyIsInFzcCI6IjEuNjAifQ%3D%3D&sr=8-1
How would you get more than 5,000 people to show up at your church?
Almost every pastor feels the pressure to get people in the doors. More people means more success, more stability, and more godly influence, right? Often, in their zeal for fruit and growth, pastors and church leaders adopt worldly mechanisms for church growth that end up undermining the very call God has given them.
Charles Spurgeon, the Prince of Preachers, was a pastor to well over 5,000 people in a day long before "mega-churches" were the norm. But you might be surprised to know that Spurgeon's vision for ministry was not pragmatic. He did not borrow "best practices" from the business leaders of his day. Rather, his ministry vision was decidedly, staunchly biblical and theological in nature—and it was a ministry vision we ought to adopt more than a century later.
In Spurgeon the Pastor, Geoff Chang, director of the Spurgeon Library at Midwestern Seminary, shows how Spurgeon models a theological vision of ministry in preaching, baptism and the Lord's supper, meaningful church membership, biblical church leadership, leadership development, and more.
Don’t get caught up in worldly methods to pursue ministry growth. Follow the example of the Prince of Preachers, and entrust your ministry to the sovereignty of the Prince of Peace.
In this week's episode we chat with Dr. Gazal to discuss a book he edited to bring to republication, "The Doctrine of Baptism by Thomas Patient."
The Doctrine of Baptism and the Distinction in Covenants (1654) by Thomas Patient stands as one of the most significant defenses of credo-baptism from a Reformed perspective. Specifically, he vindicates credo-baptism and critiques paedo-baptism on the basis of the Covenant of Grace as a spiritual covenant into which one is initiated not by an external sign, but by faith.
You can purchase the book here: https://hesedandemet.com/product/the-doctrine-of-baptism/
In this week's episode we chat with Dr. Gazal to discuss a book he edited to bring to republication, "The Doctrine of Baptism by Thomas Patient."
The Doctrine of Baptism and the Distinction in Covenants (1654) by Thomas Patient stands as one of the most significant defenses of credo-baptism from a Reformed perspective. Specifically, he vindicates credo-baptism and critiques paedo-baptism on the basis of the Covenant of Grace as a spiritual covenant into which one is initiated not by an external sign, but by faith.
You can purchase the book here: https://hesedandemet.com/product/the-doctrine-of-baptism/
In this week's episode, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Jimmy Johnson and Ryan Pendergraft on the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints. This is the last episode on a series on the doctrines of grace.
Dr. Burns has written an excellent work on Adoniram Judson called: "A Supreme Desire to Please Him: The Spirituality of Adoniram Judson." You can purchase it here: https://www.amazon.com/Supreme-Desire-Please-Him-Spirituality-ebook/dp/B01MY5ERX8
Adoniram Judson was not only a historic figurehead in the first wave of foreign missionaries from the United States and a hero in his own day, but his story still wins the admiration of Christians even today. Though numerous biographies have been written to retell his life story in every ensuing generation, until now no single volume has sought to comprehensively synthesize and analyze the features of his theology and spiritual life. His vision of spirituality and religion certainly contained degrees of classic evangelical piety, yet his spirituality was fundamentally rooted in and ruled by a mixture of asceticism and New Divinity theology. Judson's renowned fortitude emerged out of a peculiar missionary spirituality that was bibliocentric, ascetic, heavenly minded, and Christocentric. The center of Adoniram Judson's spirituality was a heavenly minded, self-denying submission to the sovereign will of God, motivated by an affectionate desire to please Christ through obedience to his final command revealed in the Scriptures. Unveiling the heart of his missionary spirituality, Judson himself asked, "What, then, is the prominent, all-constraining impulse that should urge us to make sacrifices in this cause?" And he answered thus: "A supreme desire to please him is the grand motive that should animate Christians in their missionary efforts."
How then Should We Worship sets out guidelines for a distinctively Reformed worship, according to the regulative principle of the church. You can grab your copy of the book here:
https://www.amazon.com/How-Then-Should-We-Worship/dp/1783973110/ref=sr_1_1?crid=H6AW06DQ5AF6&keywords=How+then+should+we+worship&qid=1662735951&sprefix=how+then+should+we+worship%2Caps%2C88&sr=8-1
In this week's episode, co-hosts Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Mike Gendron. Brother Mike has a passion to spread the gospel to Roman Catholics, since the Lord converted him out of Roman Catholicism. We hope this episode will be of profit to you.
To check out Mike's ministry called "Preaching the Gospel" here: https://www.proclaimingthegospel.org/
Broken Wharfe exists to glorify Christ and edify his church in the UK and Europe through the production, republication and dissemination of confessional Baptist resources.
They are a distinctly confessional Baptist resource base in the UK consistent with the faith and life characterised by those churches affirming the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith.
Check them out right here: https://brokenwharfe.com/
In this week's episode, Austin McCormick interviews Christopher Ellis Osterbrock on a book that he co-edited for republication "A Brief History of Dissenters by Joseph Ivimey.
You can obtain that book here if you are interested: https://hesedandemet.com/product/a-brief-history-of-the-dissenters/
In this episode, we speak with an editor of Particular Baptist Press, Doug Holcomb.
Particular Baptist Press is a Missouri non-profit organization established in 1995 for the purpose of reviving the doctrine and history of Particular/Regular Baptists of old, both British and American. The names and works of persons who were well known a hundred or more years ago have been all but forgotten by today’s Baptists. We have far too rich a heritage in the Baptist faith to let it fall by the wayside of apathy and ignorance. We have as our goal the opening again of those wells of spiritual soundness and beauty that characterized the mainstream of the Particular Baptist witness of former days. By providing instructive and edifying literature in a quality, collectible format which we trust will appeal to the earnest, sincere Christian, we desire to make known again the lives and works of those who went before us in the faith, and from whom we can learn much.
In this episode, we speak with Pastor Jimmy Johnson and Pastor Ryan Pendergraft about the doctrine of total depravity.
All Things New: Essays on Christianity, culture & the arts
By Jeremy W. Johnston | Foreword by Janice Van Eck
This is a collection of essays on Christianity, culture and the arts, most of which appeared in Barnabas magazine over the past decade. The essays are split into 6 sections, focusing on art & creativity, the artist’s call, literature, music, cinema and faith & culture. The idea of the essays is to engage Christians to think through how their faith impacts their interaction and involvement with arts & culture, specifically in seeing the value of the imagination, the enrichment creativity brings to all of society and the delight the arts bring to daily life.
Particular Baptist Heritage Books (PBHB) is a non-profit publishing ministry
founded in connection with a local Baptist church (PBHB team) located in the United States, working in harmony with an auxiliary advisory board consisting of Baptist Pastors, Professors and Historians who seek to preserve the history, theology and relevancy of the Particular Baptists by republishing their literary works.
In this week's episode Dewey Dovel and Austin McCormick interview Jimmy Johnson and Ryan Pendergraft on the doctrine of Irresistible Grace. This episode defines and demonstrates this doctrine. It further defends and devotes this teaching. We hope you are encouraged and profited by this discussion.
In this episode, we speak with Brother Tim Hoak about his teaching series titled "Gospel Parenting in an Upside-down World." The aim of this conversation is to lay some general principles about parenting from a biblical perspective. We cover topics like 1) parental responsibilities, 2) discipline, 3) resources, 4) encouragement, etc.
As a native of Southern California, Eric was graduated from The Master’s University. He served as a youth pastor at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, CA in the 1980’s while attending The Master’s Seminary (TMS).
After a 20-year career in many management and executive advisory roles at FedEx, Eric returned to TMS to complete a Masters of Divinity. He then pastored churches in Kentucky and Bryan, Texas.
Eric is currently completing his Doctor of Ministry at TMS. The title of his nine-sermon preaching project is: Work in a Manner Worthy of Your Calling: Practicing Biblical Principles in the Marketplace.
As the Sr. Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at The Master’s Academy International (TMAI), Eric provides strategic global communication and reporting to TMAI’s expanding partners and major donor constituency. His Dallas/Fort Worth office location allows Eric to travel both domestically and internationally for his responsibilities at TMAI while remaining involved and under the elders at Countryside Bible Church in Southlake.
Steve Lawson serves as president of OnePassion Ministries and professor of Preaching at The Master's Seminary. A graduate of Texas Tech University, Dallas Theological Seminary, and Reformed Theological Seminary, he also serves on the board of directors of The Master's University and Seminary and the ministerial board for Reformed Theological Seminary. Steve and his wife, Anne, have four children.
Though written thirty-five years ago as Sam Waldron’s ThM thesis, Political Revolution in the Reformed Tradition brings crucial perspective to guide the church and the Christian through perplexing ethical and societal questions that have emerged in the present day. Does the Bible support or prohibit political revolution? What did John Calvin, the founder of the Reformed tradition, believe on the topic of political insurrection, and did his thoughts line up with the Word of God? Does Romans 13 call us to obey the government blindly in all situations? What is the relationship between subordination to civil magistrates and obedience to the same authorities? You’ll find answers to these questions and more in this scholarly examination of the tension between living in the kingdom of God and, simultaneously, in the kingdom of man.
A few years ago we interviewed Dr. Craig Carter and Dr. Chris Bolt on the Covenant Podcast. The topic of our conversation was “Christian Metaphysics, Epistemology, and Apologetics.” Since that time, discussions on Aquinas, Van Til, classic theism, and classical apologetics have been continual and sometimes people have talked past one another. We could think of no better way to try to resolve this issue than by having Dr. Carter and Dr. Bolt talk about the following topic: Van Til, Aquinas, and Biblicism
In this discussion, we discuss: “The Thought of Cornelius Van Til.” Some of the topics discussed (amongst others): Gordon Clark Karl Barth Reformed Thomism The Great Tradition Stay tuned for this episode!
En este episodio conversamos con el Pastor Jorge Rodriguez Vega acerca de lo que Dios está haciendo en el mundo de habla hispana por medio de la casa editorial Legado Bautista Confesional.
Esperamos que le cause gozo escuchar como Legado Bautista Confesional está traduciendo obras de autores como Bejamin Keach, Beddome, entre otros. También han traducido la Segunda Confesión de Fe Bautista de Londres y el Catecismo Bautista.
Para más información, visite su página web: https://legadobautistaconfesional.com/
In this week's episode we talk with Pastor Jorge Rodriguez Vega to discuss what God is doing in the Spanish speaking world through Confessional Baptist Legacy.
You’ll be encouraged to hear how Legado Bautista Confesional is translating authors like Benjamin Keach, Beddome, etc., into Spanish. They have also translated 2LCF and the Baptist Catechism.
For more information, check out LBC here:
https://legadobautistaconfesional.com/
In this episode, we discuss "Sunday School, Sunday Evening Worship, and Discipleship with Steve Meister." Steve makes a case for how Sunday Evening worship is one of the best ways to keep the Lord's Day holy. He also talks about how useful Sunday School can be, although it is not commanded in Scripture.
We hope this episode will encourage you to consider avenues to best disciple Christians in your churches!
This episode is the third episode in our series on the doctrines of grace.
Episode 1: An Introduction to the Doctrines of Grace
Episode 2: The Doctrines of Grace: Unconditional Election
Episode 3: The Doctrines of Grace: Limited Atonement
Sanctification of the Sabbath: The Permanent Obligation to Observe the Sabbath or Lord's Day.
by. Robert Haldane
https://www.heritagebooks.org/products/sanctification-of-the-sabbath-the-permanent-obligation-to-observe-the-sabbath-or-lords-day-haldane.html
Check out some of the books edited by Dustin Benge and published by Hesed and Emet here: https://hesedandemet.com/page/2/?s=dustin+benge
To learn about or donate to the John Gill Project, click here: https://www.thelondonlyceum.com/the-john-gill-project/
To learn more about John Gill, listen to this episode of the London Lyceum (with guest interviewee Michael Haykin):
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-london-lyceum/id1476529038?i=1000507534809
In this week's episode, we speak with Dr. Peter Sammons about his new book: "Reprobation and God's Sovereignty."
Purchase your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Reprobation-Gods-Sovereignty-Redeeming-Biblical/dp/0825447437/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1649430058&sr=8-1
This episode is our second in our series on the doctrines of grace. Though the "TULIP" acronym begins with the doctrine of "Total Depravity" we have chosen to take up the doctrines in the historical order in which they were formulated. You'll here more about that in this episode!
In this episode, we talk with Julius E. Santiago about his book "Preaching as the Primary Means of Grace."
This work is soon to be published by the Broken Wharfe, but is currently available on Amazon under its first edition. You can purchase it here: https://www.amazon.com/Preaching-as-Primary-Means-Grace/dp/B096C461KJ
In this episode, we ask Pastor Ron Miller and Dr. Tom Nettles one question:
Can you name a few Baptists who have been spiritually formative for you in your walk with Christ, and give us some book recommendations by them?
In this episode Dewey Dovel and Austin McCormick interview Jimmy Johnson and Ryan Pendergraft about the Doctrines of Grace.
We answer questions like: "Can Southern Baptists be Calvinists?" and "Does the SBC have historically Calvinistic roots?"
Dr. Wellum has recently written a book titled: "The Person of Christ: An Introduction". This volume is part of the Short Studies in Systematic Theology. You can find a copy of it here:
https://www.amazon.com/Person-Christ-Introduction-Systematic-Theology/dp/1433569434/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+person+of+christ&qid=1644886339&sprefix=the+person+of+christ%2Caps%2C252&sr=8-1
Dr. Wellum has recently written a book titled: "The Person of Christ: An Introduction". This volume is part of the Short Studies in Systematic Theology. You can find a copy of it here:
https://www.amazon.com/Person-Christ-Introduction-Systematic-Theology/dp/1433569434/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+person+of+christ&qid=1644886339&sprefix=the+person+of+christ%2Caps%2C252&sr=8-1
In this week's episode, we talk with Mark Chanski about the Reformed Baptist Network. For more information on RBNet, check out their website here: https://reformedbaptistnetwork.com/
In this episode we talk with Mark Jones on his new book:
Knowing Sin: Seeing a Neglected Doctrine Through the Eyes of the Puritans
Order here: https://www.amazon.com/Knowing-Sin-Neglected-Doctrine-Puritans-ebook/dp/B099PFMDWN
The topic of this week's episode is "Preaching through Esther." In this chat, Pastor Jimmy Johnson discusses 1) what led him to preach through this book, 2) how he outlined it, 3) what its major preaching themes are, 4) ways that we see Christ in Esther, 5) recommendations for commentaries, and 6) reasons for why you should preach through Esther!
Pre-order Dr. Renihan's commentary on the First London Confession of Faith here: https://press.founders.org/shop/for-the-vindication-of-the-truth-baptist-symbolics-volume-1/
Read what Crawford Gribeen (Professor of Early Modern British History at Queen's University Belfast) has to say about this book: In this scrupulously researched and carefully argued book, Professor Renihan uncovers the faith that lies behind the most famous of the Particular Baptist confessions and shows why it matters today. This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the roots of the Particular Baptist movement and the contribution it has made to the formation of Reformed theology.
In this episode, we discuss "Spurgeon & the Downgrade Controversy with Geoff Chang" of Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Dr. Chang gives us a brief biographical sketch over the later part of Spurgeon's life. He then gives us a window view into the Downgrade controversy with some applications. May you be profited by this conversation.
In this episode we talk with Dr. Michael Haykin about the Particular Baptist, Samuel Pearce. In this talk, Dr. Haykin describes Pearce's life as being characterized by "Holy Love."
Other people in this talk include Samuel's wife, Andrew Fuller, William Carey, etc.
In this episode we talk with Pastor Wilson Marsh about Tobacco and Theology. Marsh gives a biblical explanation for why a Christian can smoke. He then talks about some of the dangers of Tobacco, i.e., how it can become sinful. Additionally, he gives a brief historical consideration of some Christians who smoked Tobacco.
James Dolezal (Ph.D., Westminster Theological Seminary) is Associate Professor of Theology at Cairn University where he teaches church history, trinitarian theology, and philosophy. He is a California native and is a graduate of The Master’s College, The Master’s Seminary, and Westminster Theological Seminary. Prior to his current appointment, James served as the pastor of a Reformed Baptist church in Alberta, Canada.
James Dolezal (Ph.D., Westminster Theological Seminary) is Associate Professor of Theology at Cairn University where he teaches church history, trinitarian theology, and philosophy. He is a California native and is a graduate of The Master’s College, The Master’s Seminary, and Westminster Theological Seminary. Prior to his current appointment, James served as the pastor of a Reformed Baptist church in Alberta, Canada.
We're back with a new season of podcasts! To kick it off, we recorded an episode with Pastor Jerry Dorris of Reformation Church Shelbyville, KY.
The theme of this episode is evangelism. In this chat, you'll hear about practical ways to start evangelizing and ways that Ref Church is seeking to fulfill the great commission.
Here are some resources their church provides:
Reformation Church: https://www.refchurch.com/
Reformation Frontline Missions: https://reformationfrontline.org/
5 Solas Press: https://5solaspress.com/
One more week until we begin a new season, with new episodes!
Until then, we re-run an oldie but a goodie. J. Ryan Davidson helps the listener consider anxiety. Enjoy!
Years ago, we recorded with Jared Bumpers on Benjamin Keach's hermeneutic methodology. As we get closer to a new season of episodes, enjoy this rerun.
As we await a new season in December we are replaying some of our favorite episodes. Enjoy this conversation on Nehemiah Coxe with James Renihan!
As we anticipate a new season of the Covenant Podcast (starting in December), we are rerunning some of our favorite episodes. In this interview, we discussed the topic "family worship" with John Divito.
In this week's episode, we re-run a conversation with Pastor Richard Barcellos on the Covenant of Works.
In this "best of" episode co-hosts Jimmy Johnson and Austin McCormick interview pastor Tom Hicks on the law and the gospel.
In this episode, Jimmy Johnson interviews Austin McCormick about the doctrine of repentance.
“Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.” (Mark 1:14–15, ESV)
Recommended Resources
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By His Grace and For His Glory -Tom Nettles
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The Life and Thought of John Gill -Michael Haykin
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Theologians of the Baptist Tradition -Timothy George and David Dockery
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Commentaries of Old and New Testament -John Gill
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Magnum Opus, A Complete Body of Doctrinal and Practical Divinity- John Gill
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The Cause of God and Truth -John Gill
Cohosts Jimmy Johnson and Austin McCormick discuss one of Benjamin Keach's more popular works, "The Travels of True Godliness."
Here are additional episodes previously record that relate to Benjamin Keach
The Life of Benjamin Keach: https://covenantpodcast.podbean.com/e/the-life-of-benjamin-keach-with-jimmy-johnson/
Benjamin Keach with Drs. Tom Hicks and Chris Holmes: https://covenantpodcast.podbean.com/e/benjamin-keach-with-drs-tom-hicks-and-chris-holmes/
Popery in a New Dress: the Baxterian Controversy: https://covenantpodcast.podbean.com/e/baxter-keach-justification/
In this episode co-hosts Jimmy Johnson and Austin McCormick discuss the value, importance, and practicality of utilizing catechisms for discipleship.
Aleph with Beth Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/AlephwithBeth
Aleph with Beth Website: https://freehebrew.hismagnificence.com/
Alpha with Angela Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe0ilqwSO8XVnCw4m3UYC1Q
Alpha with Angela Website: https://freegreek.hismagnificence.com/
John Divito currently serves as Pastor of Cornerstone Fellowship Church in Newburgh, IN. He is also a Board Member of Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. He received his MDiv from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
John Divito currently serves as Pastor of Cornerstone Fellowship Church in Newburgh, IN. He is also a Board Member of Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. He received his MDiv from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Jim Savastio has been with RBC since 1990. He was set aside by the church for full-time ministry in November of 1991. Jim was brought to faith as a teenager and soon began to experience a desire to preach God’s Word. He trained for the ministry at Columbia Bible College in Columbia, SC (now Columbia International University) and at the Trinity Ministerial Academy in Montville, NJ.
Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Yours-Till-Heaven-Charles-Spurgeon/dp/0802419526
Enter the remarkable untold love story of Charles and Susie Spurgeon.
Charles Spurgeon is esteemed for his writing, preaching, and passion for the Lord. But behind the great man was a great wife—and between the man and wife was a profound marriage.
Yours, Till Heaven invites you into the untold love story of Charles and Susie Spurgeon to discover how the bond between this renowned couple helped fuel their lifelong service to the Lord. Discover how Charles and Susie traversed the challenges of loneliness, physical affliction, popularity, controversy, and other trials together with a heavenly vision. Just as the Spurgeons lived their lives as witnesses of Christ, in Yours, Till Heaven their marriage continues to be an example for how all marriages today can remain faithful, loving, and joyful despite the challenges that life may bring.
With historical precision and narrative craft, Spurgeon scholar Ray Rhodes Jr. captures the inner-life of this Victorian romance that not only served the Spurgeons in their day, but that can also continue to empower and encourage couples today. For more on the lives of the Spurgeons, find Susie by Ray Rhodes Jr.
Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Yours-Till-Heaven-Charles-Spurgeon/dp/0802419526
Enter the remarkable untold love story of Charles and Susie Spurgeon.
Charles Spurgeon is esteemed for his writing, preaching, and passion for the Lord. But behind the great man was a great wife—and between the man and wife was a profound marriage.
Yours, Till Heaven invites you into the untold love story of Charles and Susie Spurgeon to discover how the bond between this renowned couple helped fuel their lifelong service to the Lord. Discover how Charles and Susie traversed the challenges of loneliness, physical affliction, popularity, controversy, and other trials together with a heavenly vision. Just as the Spurgeons lived their lives as witnesses of Christ, in Yours, Till Heaven their marriage continues to be an example for how all marriages today can remain faithful, loving, and joyful despite the challenges that life may bring.
With historical precision and narrative craft, Spurgeon scholar Ray Rhodes Jr. captures the inner-life of this Victorian romance that not only served the Spurgeons in their day, but that can also continue to empower and encourage couples today. For more on the lives of the Spurgeons, find Susie by Ray Rhodes Jr.
In this episode we discuss 1) The Apostolic Fathers, 2) Herman Bavinck, and 3) Pastoral counseling. "A.B.C."s
Pastor Ryan has been serving at Grace Baptist Chapel since August of 2008. Ryan is married to his beautiful wife Christie, and they have four wonderful children: Micah, Lydia, Shaphan, and Magdalene. Ryan holds degrees from Samford University (B.A.), The College of William & Mary (M.Ed.) in Counseling, and Southern Seminary (Th.M.) in Louisville, KY, and is completing a (Ph.D.) from The Free University of Amsterdam, Netherlands in Early Church History/Pastoral Theology. He has also undertaken further graduate studies at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, Grand Rapids, MI. Ryan also teaches adjunctly at one local University and in several seminaries around the world. He has published a few resources to aid the body of Christ including Thinking Through Anxiety (Ichthus, 2017) and Green Pastures: A Primer on the Ordinary Means of Grace (Reformed Baptist Academic Press, 2019).
Check out some previous episodes that we have recorded with Him here:
Anxiety and the Christian: https://covenantpodcast.podbean.com/e/anxiety-and-the-christian-with-j-ryan-davidson/
The Ordinary Means of Grace: https://covenantpodcast.podbean.com/e/the-means-of-grace-with-j-ryan-davidson/
Phil Newton, the co-author of the helpful book Elders in the Life of the Church. Phil has served as pastor at South Woods Baptist Church for over thirty years. He has an M.Div. from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, a D.Min. from Fuller Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Southeastern Theological Seminary. He has written or co-written several books including the one mentioned earlier. He and his wife Karen have been married for over forty years. They have five children and six grandchildren.
Gospel Smugness: Displaying Christlike Character in Evangelism Buy the Book here: https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Smugness-Displaying-Christlike-Evangelism/dp/0578825511
Building Donation Link:
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Parresia Books:
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Priscilla Wong (MTS, Toronto Baptist Seminary) is an independent scholar and the author of Anne Steele and Her Spiritual Vision: Seeing God in the Peaks, Valleys, and Plateaus of Life and The Bold Evangelist: The Life and Ministry of Selina Hastings, Countess of Huntingdon.
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Thoughts for Young Men
By J. C. Ryle | Edited by Bennett Rogers
Thoughts for Young Men was originally published in 1888 as a chapter in The Upper Room, and it has become a minor spiritual classic in its own right. It has few equals among the all-too-short list of solid Christian books for young men. Ryle’s insights were derived from more than four decades of pastoral experience, three decades of parenting, and his own experiences as a young man. Ryle always had a heart for young men. He regularly addressed groups like the Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) and the Church of England’s Young Men’s Society. By all accounts J.C. Ryle was a “man’s man,” and his Thoughts for Young Men have proven to be both valuable and timeless.
This new edition is designed for devotional reading, small group studies, and one-to-one discipleship. The text has been divided into short readings based on Ryle’s own subheadings and lightly edited to make it more accessible to modern readers. It also includes:
· Scripture quotations and memory verses from the ESV
· Information boxes and chapter summaries
· Reflection questions and suggestions for further reading
· A discussion guide for group leaders
We’ve also included Daniel the Prophet, a biographical lecture Ryle delivered to a group of young men at the Liverpool YMCA in 1889, which hasn’t been published since that time. This work summarizes and illustrates many of the main points Ryle makes in Thoughts for Young Men.
In partnership with Reformed Youth Ministries (www.rym.org)
Purchase James Eglinton's critical biography on Herman Bavinck here:
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James Eglinton's short biography from his website:
I am the Meldrum Senior Lecturer in Reformed Theology at New College, the University of Edinburgh. Prior to this, I was a postdoctoral research fellow, and then senior researcher in systematic and historical theology, at the Theologische Universiteit Kampen. I hold undergraduate degrees in law (LLB Hons, Aberdeen) and theology (BTh Dist., Glasgow). My PhD, on the Dutch dogmatician Herman Bavinck, was written at the University of Edinburgh.
I work as a systematic and historical theologian. To date, the bulk of my research and writing has focused on neo-Calvinism, a form of Reformed Christianity that developed between the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries in the Netherlands, and that has continued to evolve in a range of international contexts. My first book, Trinity and Organism, was published by Bloomsbury in 2012. More recently, I was the co-editor of Neo-Calvinism and the French Revolution, with the same publisher. In 2017, my book Herman Bavinck on Preaching and Preachers, was published by Hendrickson. Following this, I worked on Christian Worldview (co-edited and co-translated with Gray Sutanto and Cory Brock), which was published by Crossway. My most recent book, Bavinck: A Critical Biography was published in 2020 by Baker Academic, and won the History and Biography Book of the Year prize at The Gospel Coalition 2020 Book Awards. It is also a finalist in the 2021 ECPA Christian Book Awards.
I serve as Associate Editor of the Journal of Reformed Theology, published by Brill.
I have written for The Times, The Herald, The Scotsman, Christianity Today, Modern Reformation, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, and Nederlands Dagblad, and have taken part in broadcasts on BBC Radio Scotland, BBC Alba and BBC Radio nan Gàidheal.
I have broad interests in Reformed theologies and theologians, with particular foci on Scottish-Dutch Reformed connections, public theology, and the relationship of theology to the phenomenon of multilingualism.
I speak, read and write English, Scottish Gaelic, Dutch and French.
Jason Montgomery's short bio from his church's website:
What a joy it is for me to serve as the pastor of Faith Community Baptist Church. By God's great grace, along with several other precious brothers and sisters in Christ, we started FCBC, December of 1998.
I did my graduate work at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary receiving in 1997 a Master of Divinity degree in which I focused on Biblical languages, primarily New Testament Greek. In December of 2018 I graduated from Southwestern again with a PhD in Historical Theology/Church History with a focus in Baptist studies, and did my dissertation on English Particular Baptist pastor Benjamin Beddome. I also am a Teaching Fellow at Southwestern and serve as Adjunct Professor of Church History at IRBS Theological Seminary in Mansfield, TX.
I have been blessed for over 28 years being married to my wife, Janice. We have seven wonderful and very busy children: Timothy (married to Cady and living in Austin, TX attending UT), Katie (currently enrolled in the master's program at Southwestern and teaching at Southwestern in the Scarborough College), Nathan (a sophomore at a local community college), Benjamin, Abigail, Averie, and Bethany.
Jason Montgomery's short bio from his church's website:
What a joy it is for me to serve as the pastor of Faith Community Baptist Church. By God's great grace, along with several other precious brothers and sisters in Christ, we started FCBC, December of 1998.
I did my graduate work at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary receiving in 1997 a Master of Divinity degree in which I focused on Biblical languages, primarily New Testament Greek. In December of 2018 I graduated from Southwestern again with a PhD in Historical Theology/Church History with a focus in Baptist studies, and did my dissertation on English Particular Baptist pastor Benjamin Beddome. I also am a Teaching Fellow at Southwestern and serve as Adjunct Professor of Church History at IRBS Theological Seminary in Mansfield, TX.
I have been blessed for over 28 years being married to my wife, Janice. We have seven wonderful and very busy children: Timothy (married to Cady and living in Austin, TX attending UT), Katie (currently enrolled in the master's program at Southwestern and teaching at Southwestern in the Scarborough College), Nathan (a sophomore at a local community college), Benjamin, Abigail, Averie, and Bethany.
Jason Montgomery's short bio from his church's website:
What a joy it is for me to serve as the pastor of Faith Community Baptist Church. By God's great grace, along with several other precious brothers and sisters in Christ, we started FCBC, December of 1998.
I did my graduate work at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary receiving in 1997 a Master of Divinity degree in which I focused on Biblical languages, primarily New Testament Greek. In December of 2018 I graduated from Southwestern again with a PhD in Historical Theology/Church History with a focus in Baptist studies, and did my dissertation on English Particular Baptist pastor Benjamin Beddome. I also am a Teaching Fellow at Southwestern and serve as Adjunct Professor of Church History at IRBS Theological Seminary in Mansfield, TX.
I have been blessed for over 28 years being married to my wife, Janice. We have seven wonderful and very busy children: Timothy (married to Cady and living in Austin, TX attending UT), Katie (currently enrolled in the master's program at Southwestern and teaching at Southwestern in the Scarborough College), Nathan (a sophomore at a local community college), Benjamin, Abigail, Averie, and Bethany.
Pastor Ron was installed as a Pastor of Covenant Baptist Church on July 2, 2017. Prior to coming to Clarksville, Pastor Ron was one of the pastors at Grace Reformed Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY for many years.
Pastor Ron is a native of southern Illinois, where he was blessed to be brought up in a Christian home in which his father was a pastor. He was converted at an early age by the grace of God in Christ. He holds a degree in Philosophy from Cedarville University. From the time he was in college, his family has attended Reformed Baptist churches, seven in all.
Pastor Ron was installed as a Pastor of Covenant Baptist Church on July 2, 2017. Prior to coming to Clarksville, Pastor Ron was one of the pastors at Grace Reformed Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY for many years.
Pastor Ron is a native of southern Illinois, where he was blessed to be brought up in a Christian home in which his father was a pastor. He was converted at an early age by the grace of God in Christ. He holds a degree in Philosophy from Cedarville University. From the time he was in college, his family has attended Reformed Baptist churches, seven in all.
Purchase the Diary of James Hinton edited by Chance Faulkner here: https://hesedandemet.com/product/the-diary-of-james-hinton/
The name of the eighteenth-century Baptist minister James Hinton (1761–1823) is not one that is well-known by any standard, even to those who specialize in the study of English Baptist history. Yet, along with his friends Andrew Fuller (1754–1815) and John Ryland, Jr. (1753–1825), Hinton was ‘one of those Baptist leaders who, at the end of the eighteenth century, secured the revival of Baptist life in Britain.’ And like many of his theological persuasion—Hinton was a Dissenter of Calvinistic Baptist convictions—Hinton regarded the keeping of a diary as a spiritual discipline. Hinton’s diary is no longer extant, but large portions of it can be found embedded in a biographical study of Hinton by his son John Howard Hinton (1791–1873). This book contains these portions that have been skillfully re-assembled by Chance Faulkner as a diary.
Question 2: What must you know to live and die in the joy of this comfort? Answer: Three things: first, how great my sin and misery are;(a) second, how I am set free from all my sins and misery;(b) third, how I am to thank God for such deliverance.(c) (a) Romans 3:9-10 1 John 1:10 (b) John 17:3 Acts 4:12 (c) Matthew 5:16 Romans 6:13 Ephesians 5:8-10 2 Timothy 2:15 1 Peter 2:9-10
Robert is a husband of 18 years to his wife Diana, and a father of 4 children, Sophia, Bella, Joziah, and Micah Luke. He is a veteran (retired) of the United States Marine Corps, and is currently studying to become a Physician Assistant. Robert has a passion for the unity and diversity of the Reformed tradition, and a love for the local church. Robert and his family reside in Southern California.
Mitch Chase (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the pastor at Kosmosdale Baptist Church and an adjunct professor at Boyce College in Louisville, Kentucky. He’s the author of Behold Our Sovereign God, The Gospel Is for Christians (2nd ed.), and 40 Questions About Typology and Allegory. He is married to Stacie, and they have four boys. You can follow him on Twitter.
Buy his book, 40 Questions About Typology and Allegory: https://www.amazon.com/40-Questions-About-Typology-Allegory/dp/0825446384
Samuel Renihan (Ph.D.) lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Kimberly, and their son, Owen. Sam is pastor and author of various books, including The Mystery Christ, his Covenant & his Kingdom, and From Shadow to Substance: The Federal Theology of the English Particular Baptists (1642-1704)
Deity and Decree: This book is a primer, in three parts, dealing with God's Unity, God's Trinity, and God's Decree. Deity and Decree intends to teach the longstanding doctrine of God taught in the Christian church throughout the centuries. Christians who confess the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith (1689) will find it especially pertinent to explaining the language and teaching of chapters 2 and 3 of those confessions of faith.
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Jeremiah is pastor of FBC Sedalia, MO. He is a graduate of Southwest Baptist University and received his Master of Divinity from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is currently working on his Doctorate of Ministry in Biblical Counseling and is a columnist for the Missouri Baptist newspaper, "The Pathway." Previously, he was the Senior Pastor at FBC St. John in St. Louis. He is also an Adjunct Professor at Missouri Baptist University.
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The Empire of the Holy Spirit: Reflections on biblical and historical patterns of life in the Spirit
By Michael A.G. Haykin
In an interview that he gave in 2011, historian Mark Noll related how an African scholar had once told him that Western historians needed “to get the Holy Spirit back” into their writing of history. Western historians have been so focused on a multitude of ways of explaining the past—via “political systems, strong personalities, military conflicts, economic forces”—that they have had no space for understanding the work of the Holy Spirit in history. This collection of essays on the person and work of the Holy Spirit seeks to show what a proper pneumatological focus can mean for both historical and theological reflection, and why this observation by this African Christian is so vital for the West in the twenty-first century.
Jimmy Johnson serves as the Senior Pastor at Vista Baptist Church of Osceola, Missouri. He is a husband and father, and a sinner saved by the awesome grace of God in Jesus Christ. He is the cohost of Covenant Podcast. He received his BA in Christian Ministry, emphasizing in Biblical Languages. He will receive His MDiv from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in May of 2020. He subscribes to the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith as a faithful summary of biblical teaching. He can be found on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
He co-founded this website to be dedicated to providing biblical, theological, confessional, and historical content that is accessible and beneficial to the Church of Jesus Christ. He contributes to the website to become more skilled as a writer, theologian, and pastor.
James Renihan is the President of IRBS Theological Seminary. He also serves IRBS Theological Seminary as a Professor of Historical Theology. Renihan earned his B.S. from Liberty Bible College, his M.Div from Seminary of the East, and his Ph.D. from Trinity Evangelical School. Renihan is the author of multiple books including 1)Edification and Beauty: The Practical Ecclesiology of the English Particular Baptists, 1675-1705, 2) A Toolkit for Confessions, 3) Associational Churchmanship: Second London Confession of Faith 26.12-15, 4). True Love: Understanding the Real Meaning of Christian Love.
You can learn more about Dr. Renihan and IRBS Theological at their website:https://irbsseminary.org/
Quest. 1. What is thy only comfort in life and death?
Answ. That both in Soul and Body, whether I live or dye, I am not mine own, but belong wholly unto my most faithful Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ: who by his most precious Blood fully satisfying for all my Sins, hath delivered me from all the power of the Devil, and so preserveth me, that without the will of my Heavenly Father not so much as an Hair may fall from my Head; yea, all things must serve for my safety: wherefore by his Spirit, also he assures me of everlasting Life, and maketh me ready and prepared, that henceforth I may live to him.
1 Cor. 6:19; 1 Thess. 5:10; Rom. 14:8; 1 Cor. 3.23; 1 Pet. 1:18-19; 1 Joh. 1:7; 2:2; 1 Joh. 3:8; Heb 2:14-15; Joh. 6:39; Mat. 10:30. Luk. 21:18; Rom. 8:28; 2 Cor. 1:21; 5:5. Ephes 1:13-14; Rom. 8:24:25
Hercules Collins. "An Orthodox Catechism"
In this episode, Jimmy Johnson and Austin McCormick introduce the Orthodox Catechism by Hercules Collins
To read through this resource click the link below:
https://www.thecalvinist.net/etc/1680%20Orthodox%20Catechism%20(Hercules%20Collins).pdf
Bennett Wade Rogers (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is a pastor and teacher in Mississippi and has written several articles on J. C. Ryle and John Bunyan.
Dr. Sam Waldron is the president of CBTS and professor of Systematic Theology. He is also one of the pastors of Grace Reformed Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY. Dr. Waldron received a B.A. from Cornerstone University, an M.Div. from Trinity Ministerial Academy, a Th.M. from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. From 1977 to 2001 he was a pastor of the Reformed Baptist Church of Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Waldron is the author of numerous books including A Modern Exposition of the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith, The End Times Made Simple, Baptist Roots in America, To Be Continued?, and MacArthur’s Millennial Manifesto: A Friendly Response.
Who Runs the Church?
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Confessing Sound Words: A discipleship curriculum utilizing the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith and the 1695 Baptist Catechism.
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Bill Ascol began his ministry at Bethel Baptist Church in September 2005 after 28 years ministering in Louisiana Baptist churches. He is a former Vice-President of the Executive Board of the Louisiana Baptist Convention as well as a former President of the Louisiana Baptist Pastors' Conference. He served as the Chairman of the Board of Founders Ministries and is the Coordinator of the Saved By Faith Youth Challenge Camps for young people. He received the MDiv degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
In this episode, we get an update on Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary from their admin staff: Rex Semrad, Brice Bigham, Blake Cassell, and Roberto Soriano.
CBTS is a confessional Reformed Baptist Seminary that provides affordable online theological education to help the church in its calling to train faithful men for the Gospel ministry. They are fully accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at their website, which is CBTSeminary.org
This episode is brought to you in Partnership with Free Grace Press. Check them out here: https://freegracepress.com/
Free Grace Press is firmly committed to the gospel of Jesus Christ and the Biblical truths of His Word (the inspiration of Scripture, the Trinity, the deity of Christ, the doctrines of grace, and the importance of the local church) as expressed by the historical reformed confessions, such as the 1689 London Baptist Confession. To this end, Free Grace Press seeks to publish a wide assortment of Christian literature from both historical and contemporary authors who uphold these core commitments; propagating books and tracts that we believe will be spiritually inspirational, doctrinally educational, and practically helpful for the universal church of God. The mission of FGP is to glorify God by assisting others in obtaining a deeper knowledge and a greater enjoyment of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Jake Stone is a Pastor-Theologian serving the Lord at New Testament Baptist Church in Biloxi, Mississippi. Pastor Jake has contributed articles to the Publican and to Founders Ministries. Jake is also a graduate of William Carey University. To find out more about his church visit their website: https://ntbcbiloxi.com/
“I cannot see but that the Doctrine some Men strive to promote, is but little better than Popery in a new Dress.”[1] In Benjamin Keach’s sermon titled The Marrow of True Justification, Keach is concerned about Christians who err on this important doctrine. Keach was staunchly opposed to the teaching that sincere obedience (or works) plus faith equates justification. He thought that this teaching was reverting to Roman Catholicism—popery in a new dress. If my word count is correct, Keach references “Mr. Baxter” 6 times in this sermon. In this podcast episode, we examine what has come to be called the Baxterian controversy.
[1] Benjamin Keach, The Marrow of True Justification, (London: Dorman Newman, 1692), 17.
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Richard C. Barcellos, Ph.D., is pastor of Grace Reformed Baptist Church (www.grbcav.org), Palmdale, CA, and author of In Defense of the Decalogue: A Critique of New Covenant Theology, The Family Tree of Reformed Biblical Theology, and The Lord’s Supper as a Means of Grace: More than a Memory, from Christian Focus Publications.
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Richard C. Barcellos, Ph.D., is pastor of Grace Reformed Baptist Church (www.grbcav.org), Palmdale, CA, and author of In Defense of the Decalogue: A Critique of New Covenant Theology, The Family Tree of Reformed Biblical Theology, and The Lord’s Supper as a Means of Grace: More than a Memory, from Christian Focus Publications.
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Creston grew up with a family that loved the person of Christ but he was hostile towards the gospel at a young age after seeing professing believers living in willful sin. While attending a church function, he came to the knowledge that all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God but the Lord’s mercies overflowed by graciously calling him from death to life around the age of 14. After this supernatural work, the Lord has continuously grown him in the knowledge of the Sustainer of the universe. He became a member at Wheeler Chapel Missionary Baptist Church and New St. Hurricane Missionary Baptist Church.
By Creston growing up most of his life on the Westside of Pine Bluff, he was able to see the brokenness and hurt in his marginalized community. The memories of the brokenness seen in Pine Bluff created a heart to see Christ exalted in dark spaces. This heart led him to share the love of Christ with refugee families from Burundi, Nepal, Tanzania, and Burma in Memphis, TN, and Fort Worth, TX. While being transplanted to Kentucky for seminary, he was involved with various ministries at the Kentucky State Prison, Louisville Rescue Mission, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
Creston graduated from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Masters of Divinity in Biblical and Theological Studies. While at Southern, he became a member at the Reformed Baptist Church of Louisville. His interests include studying Biblical languages, Patristics, Reformation history, and Apologetics. Prior to attending Southern, he obtained an undergraduate degree at the Herff College of Engineering at the University of Memphis. He is bi-vocational as a leader at Christ the Redeemer.
Reformation Day with Nate Pickowicz (Episode 39)
Our guest this week is Pastor Nate Pickowicz. Nate was raised in Gilmanton Iron Works, New Hampshire, where he now lives with his wife, Jessica, and two children, Jack and Elizabeth. Nate is the pastor of Harvest Bible Church. He is the author of Reviving New England: The Key to Revitalizing Post-Christian America and Why We're Protestant: An Introduction to the Five Solas of the Reformation. He is also the general editor of The American Puritans Series.
Recommended Readings:
- Why We're Protestant by Nate Pickowicz
- Why the Reformation Still Matters by Michael Reeves and Tim Chester
- Zondervan Five Sola Series Pack
- These are currently discounted on kindle.
- Justification by Faith by John Calvin, Edited by Nate Pickowicz
- Institutes of the Christian Religion by John Calvin
- The Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther
James E. Dolezal is associate professor of theology in the School of Divinity at Cairn University in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. He is the author of God without Parts (Pickwick, 2011) and All That Is in God (Reformation Heritage, 2017).
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James E. Dolezal is associate professor of theology in the School of Divinity at Cairn University in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. He is the author of God without Parts (Pickwick, 2011) and All That Is in God (Reformation Heritage, 2017).
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Listen to the Podcast as we discuss eschatology with Dr. Sam Waldron
Dr. Sam Waldron is the president of CBTS and professor of Systematic Theology. He is also one of the pastors of Grace Reformed Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY. Dr. Waldron received a B.A. from Cornerstone University, an M.Div. from Trinity Ministerial Academy, a Th.M. from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. From 1977 to 2001 he was a pastor of the Reformed Baptist Church of Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Waldron is the author of numerous books including A Modern Exposition of the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith, The End Times Made Simple, Baptist Roots in America, To Be Continued?, and MacArthur’s Millennial Manifesto: A Friendly Response.
Eschatology Books Written by Dr. Waldron
The End Times Made Simple:https://www.amazon.com/End-Times-Made-Simple/dp/1879737507
More of the End Times Made Simple:https://www.amazon.com/MORE-End-Times-Made-Simple/dp/1879737698/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_14_t_0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=12S3QZ7WYRNZ1HK5CBBW
MacArthur's Millennial Manifesto:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/098021792X/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i5
Dr. Waldron's Book Recommendations
A Case for Amillennialism: Understanding the End Times by Kim Riddlebarger: https://www.amazon.com/Case-Amillennialism-Understanding-End-Times/dp/0801015502/ref=dp_ob_title_bk
Kingdom Come: The Amillennial Alternative by Sam Storms: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Come-Amillennial-Sam-Storms/dp/1781911320/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2/144-2255268-3944760?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1781911320&pd_rd_r=bf822fb8-aff3-4c12-9bd5-289eef62ed9d&pd_rd_w=r4Apv&pd_rd_wg=q67Fg&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=8SWWXWDJAET2F17QYH1H&psc=1&refRID=8SWWXWDJAET2F17QYH1H
The Bible and the Future by Anthony A. Hoekema: https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Future-Anthony-Hoekema/dp/0802808514/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_3/144-2255268-3944760?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0802808514&pd_rd_r=84506706-0046-41c7-875d-18fb24a54927&pd_rd_w=vX8fD&pd_rd_wg=Apc68&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=X3HRARQNZ5A1DN3K0584&psc=1&refRID=X3HRARQNZ5A1DN3K0584
The Man of Sin: Uncovering the Truth about the Antichrist by Kim Riddlebarger: https://www.amazon.com/Man-Sin-Uncovering-Truth-Antichrist/dp/0801066069/ref=pd_sbs_14_22?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0801066069&pd_rd_r=60d35600-af7c-4dd3-a1f3-43bbe4774bf9&pd_rd_w=8e0NH&pd_rd_wg=1oOd3&pf_rd_p=d66372fe-68a6-48a3-90ec-41d7f64212be&pf_rd_r=7QNHFXHDECGAGX92WYVH&psc=1&refRID=7QNHFXHDECGAGX92WYVH
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Fred Malone has served as pastor of First Baptist Church, Clinton, Louisiana, since 1993, having previously served eleven years as founding pastor of Heritage Baptist Church, Mansfield, Texas. He holds an M. Div. degree from Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi (1974), and a Ph. D. degree in New Testament from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas (1989). He is the blessed husband of Deborah, and the happy father of three grown children and six grandchildren. Pastor Malone was a founding Board Member of Founders Ministries and has served as a Trustee for The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky.
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Fred Malone has served as pastor of First Baptist Church, Clinton, Louisiana, since 1993, having previously served eleven years as founding pastor of Heritage Baptist Church, Mansfield, Texas. He holds an M. Div. degree from Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi (1974), and a Ph. D. degree in New Testament from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas (1989). He is the blessed husband of Deborah, and the happy father of three grown children and six grandchildren. Pastor Malone was a founding Board Member of Founders Ministries and has served as a Trustee for The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky.
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Jimmy's Primary Source Recommendations:
- Augustine
- The Confessions
- On Christian Teaching
- On the Instruction of Beginners in the Faith
- Commentary on the Psalms
- John Chrystosom
- Exposition of Scripture
- Anthanthius
- On the Incarnation
- Hilary of Poitiers
- On the Trinity
- Gregory of Nazianzus
- Theological Orations (27-31)
- Gregory of Nyssa
- On the Holy Spirit, against the followers of Macedonius
- On the Holy Trinity, And of the Godhead of the Holy Spirit
- On "Not Three Gods"
- Basil of Caesarea
- On the Holy Spirit
Jimmy's Secondary Source Recommnedations
- 2000 Years of Christ's Power Vol. 1 by Nick Needham
- Rediscovering the Church Fathers by Michael Haykin
- Credo Magazine, The Great Tradition: Patristic Edition
- The Letter and the Spirit by Keith Stanglin
- Interpretting Scripture with the Great Tradition by Craig Carter
- When Athens Met Jerusalem by John Mark Reynolds
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Jeff is a pastor of Grace Bible Church and the directors of academics at Grace Bible Theological Seminary in Conway, Arkansas, a community where he resides with his wife and his four children. Additionally he is the owner of a publishing company, Free Grace Press. Jeff is also the author of numerous books including The Kingdom of God, the Absurdity of Unbelief, The Pursuit of Glory, Behind the Bible, He Died for Me, and The Church.
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Who is Ryan Pendergraft? (Episode 72)
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Creeds and Confessions (Episode 71)
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Church Membership (Episode 70)
In this episode Jimothy and Austin discuss the importance of church membership.
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The American Puritans with Dr. Dustin Benge (Episode 69)
Dr. Benge is currently Senior Fellow of The Andrew Fuller Center for Baptist Studies at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and Creative Director for the Seminary, where he was awarded his PhD on Jonathan Edwards. Previously he was Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church, Jackson, KY. He is also a Visiting Professor at Munster Bible College in Cork, Ireland, and Editor of OnePassion Ministries’ magazine, Expositor. He is the author of eight books and many academic articles. His wife, Molli, is a primary school teacher.
Dr. Benge will soon be moving to Wales to become Provost of Union School of Theology
Dr. Benge will be based at the South Wales campus of Union School of Theology, leading faculty and overseeing Union School of Theology’s academic programmes. He succeeds Dr Ian Shaw who becomes CEO of the Opal Trust after serving for three years as Provost.
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Christian Metaphysics, Epistemology, and Apologetics: A Conversation Between Chris Bolt and Craig Carter (Part 2). (Episode 68)
Chris is a pastor and teacher at Elkton Baptist Church in Elkton, Tennessee and head of Theology at Legacy Bible College. He is married to his wife Kerri and they have 3 children.
Craig A. Carter (PhD, University of St. Michael's College) is professor of theology at Tyndale University College and Seminary in Toronto, Ontario. He previously served as vice president and academic dean at Crandall University and at Tyndale University College. He has written numerous articles and is the author of Rethinking "Christ and Culture": A Post-Christendom Perspective and Interpreting Scripture with the Great Tradition: Recovering the Genius of Premodern Exegesis
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Christian Metaphysics, Epistemology, and Apologetics: A Conversation Between Chris Bolt and Craig Carter (Part 1). (Episode 67)
Chris is a pastor and teacher at Elkton Baptist Church in Elkton, Tennessee and head of Theology at Legacy Bible College. He is married to his wife Kerri and they have 3 children.
Craig A. Carter (PhD, University of St. Michael's College) is professor of theology at Tyndale University College and Seminary in Toronto, Ontario. He previously served as vice president and academic dean at Crandall University and at Tyndale University College. He has written numerous articles and is the author of Rethinking "Christ and Culture": A Post-Christendom Perspective and Interpreting Scripture with the Great Tradition: Recovering the Genius of Premodern Exegesis
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Family Worship with John Divito (Episode 66)
John Divito currently serves as Pastor of Cornerstone Fellowship Church in Newburgh, IN. He is also a Director of African Pastors Conferences and a Board Member of Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. John and his wife Jennifer have been married for 20 years and have four children. He received his MDiv from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
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The Gospel of Mark (Episode 65)
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Godly Leadership with Dr. Jason K. Allen
Elected on October 15, 2012, Dr. Jason K. Allen serves as the fifth president of Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, in Kansas City, Mo., and is one of the youngest presidents in all of American higher education. Since coming to Midwestern Seminary, he has led the institution to become one of the largest and fastest growing seminaries in North America.
In addition to his role as President, Dr. Allen serves the institution in the classroom, as professor for preaching and pastoral ministry. More broadly, he serves the church through his preaching and writing ministries as well. He is the author of two recently-released books, The SBC & the 21st Century (B&H Publishing) and Discerning Your Call to Ministry (Moody Publishing). Dr. Allen regularly posts essays on his website, jasonkallen.com, and hosts a weekly podcast, “Preaching & Preachers,” which can also be found at jasonkallen.com.
Before coming to Midwestern Seminary, Dr. Allen served as a pastor, and as a senior administrator at Southern Seminary in Louisville, Ky. He and his wife, Karen, are both from Mobile, Ala., and have five children: Anne-Marie, Caroline, William, Alden, and Elizabeth.
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Cascading into Cessationism: A Discussion on the Miraculous Gifts with Dr. Sam Waldron (Part 2)
Dr. Sam Waldron is the president of CBTS and professor of Systematic Theology. He is also one of the pastors of Grace Reformed Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY. Dr. Waldron received a B.A. from Cornerstone University, an M.Div. from Trinity Ministerial Academy, a Th.M. from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. From 1977 to 2001 he was a pastor of the Reformed Baptist Church of Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Waldron is the author of numerous books including A Modern Exposition of the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith, The End Times Made Simple, Baptist Roots in America, To Be Continued?, and MacArthur’s Millennial Manifesto: A Friendly Response.
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Cascading into Cessationism: A Discussion on the Miraculous Gifts with Dr. Sam Waldron (Part 1)
Dr. Sam Waldron is the president of CBTS and professor of Systematic Theology. He is also one of the pastors of Grace Reformed Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY. Dr. Waldron received a B.A. from Cornerstone University, an M.Div. from Trinity Ministerial Academy, a Th.M. from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. From 1977 to 2001 he was a pastor of the Reformed Baptist Church of Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Waldron is the author of numerous books including A Modern Exposition of the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith, The End Times Made Simple, Baptist Roots in America, To Be Continued?, and MacArthur’s Millennial Manifesto: A Friendly Response.
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This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/
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This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/
A Church History Conversation with Jake Stone (Episode 60)
Jake Stone is a Pastor-Theologian serving the Lord at New Testament Baptist Church in Biloxi, Mississippi. Pastor Jake has contributed articles to the Publican and to Founders Ministries. Jake is also a graduate of William Carey University.
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James P. Boyce with Dr. Tom Nettles (Episode 59)
Dr. Tom Nettles has most recently served as the Professor of Historical Theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He previously taught at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School where he was Professor of Church History and Chair of the Department of Church History. Prior to that, he taught at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary. Along with numerous journal articles and scholarly papers, Dr. Nettles is the author and editor of fifteen books. Among his books are By His Grace and For His Glory; Baptists and the Bible, James Petigru Boyce: A Southern Baptist Statesman, and Living by Revealed Truth: The Life and Pastoral Theology of Charles H. Spurgeon.
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This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/
The Free Offer of the Gospel with Dr. Sam Waldron (Episode 58)
Dr. Sam Waldron is the president of CBTS and professor of Systematic Theology. He is also one of the pastors of Grace Reformed Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY. Dr. Waldron received a B.A. from Cornerstone University, an M.Div. from Trinity Ministerial Academy, a Th.M. from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. From 1977 to 2001 he was a pastor of the Reformed Baptist Church of Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Waldron is the author of numerous books including A Modern Exposition of the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith, The End Times Made Simple, Baptist Roots in America, To Be Continued?, and MacArthur’s Millennial Manifesto: A Friendly Response.
On this episode of the Podcast we dialogue with Dr. Waldron about his book: "The Crux of the Free Offer of the Gospel". https://www.amazon.com/Crux-Free-Offer-Confessional-Theological-ebook/dp/B07NSMRKYS
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This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Nehemiah Coxe with Dr. James Renihan (Episode 57) James Renihan is the President of IRBS Theological Seminary. He also serves IRBS Theological Seminary as a Professor of Historical Theology. Renihan earned his B.S. from Liberty Bible College, his M.Div from Seminary of the East, and his Ph.D from Trinity Evangelical School. Renihan is the author of multiple books including: 1)Edification and Beauty: The Practical Ecclesiology of the English Particular Baptists, 1675-1705, 2) A Toolkit for Confessions, 3) Associational Churchmanship: Second London Confession of Faith 26.12-15, 4). True Love: Understanding the Real Meaning of Christian Love. You can learn more about Dr. Renihan and IRBS Theological at their website:https://irbsseminary.org/ Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Presuppositional Apologetics with Dr. Chris Bolt Chris is a pastor and teacher at Elkton Baptist Church in Elkton, Tennessee and head of Theology at Legacy Bible College. He is married to his wife Kerri and they have 3 children. Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Elders in the Life of the Church with Dr. Phil Newton (Episode 54) Phil Newton, the co-author of the helpful book Elders in the Life of the Church. Phil has served as pastor at South Woods Baptist Church for over thirty years. He has an M.Div. from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, a D.Min. from Fuller Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Southeastern Theological Seminary. He has written or co-written several books including the one mentioned earlier. He and his wife Karen have been married for over forty years. They have five children and six grandchildren. Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Bi-Vocational Ministry (Episode 53) Wade has been blessed to pastor four different churches over the past 20 years. For the past six years, Wade has been the pastor of the church where he grew up, Beryl Baptist Church in Vilonia, Ar. As much as he loves being a pastor, Wade has never lost his love for music and singing. In the year 2000, Wade formed a part-time group called Canaanland, which consisted of his wife, Amanda; his brother, Lee; along with Ronnie LaCaze and Curt Crook. Wade is a Husband, Father, Pastor, Bass Singer, and Expositor of scripture. Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Friendships with Dr. Michael Haykin (Episode 52) Born in England of Irish and Kurdish parents, Michael A.G. Haykin serves as a professor of church history & biblical spirituality. Haykin has a B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Toronto (1974), a Master of Religion from Wycliffe College, the University of Toronto (1977), and a Th.D. in Church History from Wycliffe College and the University of Toronto (1982). Haykin and his wife, Alison, have two grown children: Victoria and Nigel. Resources: https://www.9marks.org/article/little-help-my-friends/ https://www.amazon.com/How-Should-Develop-Biblical-Friendship-ebook/dp/B010OAK03C Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ The Great Tradition with Dr. Craig Carter (Part 2) Dr. Carter served as a pastor for seven years in Baptist churches in Prince Edward Island and Moncton, New Brunswick, and taught Philosophy and Religious Studies at Atlantic Baptist University (now Crandall University). From 1995 to 2000, he served as Vice President and Academic Dean at Atlantic Baptist University. From 2000 to 2004, he served as Vice President and Academic Dean at Tyndale University College and led the process of obtaining provincial permission to offer Bachelor of Arts degrees. Since 2004, he has been teaching full-time. He has published a number of articles and reviews in various publications and is the author of four books, including the recently published: Interpreting Scripture with the Great Tradition: Recovering the Genius of Premodern Exegesis. Recommended Resources Interpreting Scripture with the Great Tradition by Craig A. Carter The Last Superstition by Edward Fesser Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ The Great Tradition with Dr. Craig Carter (Part 1) Dr. Carter served as a pastor for seven years in Baptist churches in Prince Edward Island and Moncton, New Brunswick, and taught Philosophy and Religious Studies at Atlantic Baptist University (now Crandall University). From 1995 to 2000, he served as Vice President and Academic Dean at Atlantic Baptist University. From 2000 to 2004, he served as Vice President and Academic Dean at Tyndale University College and led the process of obtaining provincial permission to offer Bachelor of Arts degrees. Since 2004, he has been teaching full-time. He has published a number of articles and reviews in various publications and is the author of four books, including the recently published: Interpreting Scripture with the Great Tradition: Recovering the Genius of Premodern Exegesis. Recommended Resources Interpreting Scripture with the Great Tradition by Craig A. Carter The Last Superstition by Edward Fesser Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Spurgeon's Later Ministry (Episode 49) Sources: Sinclair B. Ferguson and J.I. Packer, New Dictionary of Theology (Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2000), 658. https://blog.logos.com/2012/06/june-7-1891-charles-spurgeon-preaches-his-last-sermon/ https://www.crossway.org/articles/this-day-in-history-the-death-of-charles-spurgeon/ https://www.christianitytoday.com/history/people/pastorsandpreachers/charles-spurgeon.html Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Redeeming the New Year (Episode 48) Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Christ's Kingdom Considered with Brandon Adams (Episode 45) Brandon's work can be found at his personal blog (https://contrast2.wordpress.com/). He also manages 1689 Federalism for those who are interested in Particular Baptist Covenant Theology (https://www.1689federalism.com/). Recommended Resources Bastion Magazine An Essay on the Kingdom of Christ by Abraham Booth The Political Church by Jonathan Leeman Understanding Meredith Kline by Lee Irons A Christian View of Men and Things by Gordon Clark Living in God's Two Kingdoms by David VanDrunen Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Theological Education & CBTS with Rex Semrad (Episode 44) Rexford Semrad became a Christian in 1994, and shortly thereafter attended Bible college. While attending this (Arminian) Bible College he came to love the Doctrines of Grace, after being introduced to the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith he wholeheartedly embraced it. He loves spending time with his wife, Marion, and his 8 wonderful children. He serves Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary as the Administrator, among other roles. Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Social Media with Dr. Dustin Benge (Episode 43). Dustin W. Benge (Ph.D., The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is a lecturer and administrative research assistant at The Andrew Fuller Center for Baptist Studies on the campus of Southern Seminary. He is also a visiting professor at Munster Bible College, Cork, Ireland. In addition, he is the associate editor of Expositor Magazine, a publication ministry of OnePassion Ministries. He has also served as a pastor in Kentucky and Alabama. Dustin enjoys doing research and writing in the areas of biblical spirituality, church history, poetry, and American history, and his books include: A Journey Toward Heaven: Daily Devotions from the Sermons of Jonathan Edwards, Lifting Up Our Hearts: 150 Prayers from John Calvin, Sweetly Set on God: The Spirituality of David Brainerd, and Pulpit Aflame. Dustin and his wife, Molli, live in Louisville, KY. Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Sermon Delivery with Wade Lentz (Episode 42) Wade has been blessed to pastor four different churches over the past 20 years. For the past six years, Wade has been the pastor of the church where he grew up, Beryl Baptist Church in Vilonia, Ar. As much as he loves being a pastor, Wade has never lost his love for music and singing. In the year 2000, Wade formed a part-time group called Canaanland, which consisted of his wife, Amanda; his brother, Lee; along with Ronnie LaCaze and Curt Crook. Wade is a Husband, Father, Pastor, Bass Singer, and Expositor of scripture. Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Productivity and Overcoming Laziness with Brad Weber (Episode 40) Brad serves as Associate Pastor/Elder of Youngstown Metro Church. Him and his wife, Christine, have been married since 2016 and reside in Poland with their 2 dogs, Rory and Tiger. Brad currently hosts video platform Theology Nights and runs his own media company called Weber media. Brad is driven with a heart for sound doctrine which is fueled for his love for God's people. Brad highly values biblical teaching/preaching as well, and contributes to the life of the church through scripture accountability. He is a “guardian of truth” and God uses him well in this capacity at Youngstown Metro Church. Recommended Readings: What's Best Next by Matt Perman How to Get Unstuck by Matt Perman Atomic Habits by James Clear Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Reformation Day with Nate Pickowicz (Episode 39) Our guest this week is Pastor Nate Pickowicz. Nate was raised in Gilmanton Iron Works, New Hampshire, where he now lives with his wife, Jessica, and two children, Jack and Elizabeth. Nate is the pastor of Harvest Bible Church. He is the author of Reviving New England: The Key to Revitalizing Post-Christian America and Why We're Protestant: An Introduction to the Five Solas of the Reformation. He is also the general editor of The American Puritans Series. Recommended Readings: Why We're Protestant by Nate Pickowicz Why the Reformation Still Matters by Michael Reeves and Tim Chester Zondervan Five Sola Series Pack These are currently discounted on kindle.
Justification by Faith by John Calvin, Edited by Nate Pickowicz Institutes of the Christian Religion by John Calvin The Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Biblical Sexuality with Dr. Christopher Yuan (Episode 38) Dr. Christopher Yuan has taught the Bible at Moody Bible Institute for over ten years and his speaking ministry on faith and sexuality has reached five continents. He speaks at conferences, on college campuses, and in churches. He has co-authored with his mother their memoir, Out of a Far Country: A Gay Son’s Journey to God, A Broken Mother’s Search for Hope (100,000 copies sold and now in seven languages). He is also the author of Giving a Voice to the Voiceless. Christopher graduated from Moody Bible Institute in 2005, Wheaton College Graduate School in 2007 with a Master of Arts in Biblical Exegesis and received his doctorate of ministry in 2014 from Bethel Seminary. Dr. Yuan’s newest book is Holy Sexuality and the Gospel: Sex, Desire, and Relationships Shaped by God’s Grand Story. Recommended Readings: Holy Sexuality and the Gospel by Christopher Yuan Out of a Far Country by Christopher Yuan The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert by Rosaria Butterfield Openness Unhindered by Rosaria Butterfield The Gospel Comes with a Housekey by Rosaria Butterfield Love Thy Body by Nancy R. Pearcey Overcoming Sin and Temptation by John Owen Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Anxiety and the Christian with J. Ryan Davidson (Episode 37) Ryan serves as the Pastor of Grace Baptist Chapel a Reformed Baptist congregation in Hampton, VA. He is married to Christie and they have four wonderful children, Micah, Lydia, Shaphan and Magdalene. He holds degrees from Samford University (B.A), The College of William & Mary (M.Ed.), The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (Th.M.), and is a Ph.D. candidate (Patristic Pastoral Theology) at the Free University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands. He is the author of "A Covenant Feast: Reflections on the Lord's Supper (Ichthus, 2016) and Thinking Through Anxiety: A Brief Christian Look (Ichthus, 2017) and teaches adjunctly at several institutions, Recommended Readings: Thinking Through Anxiety by J. Ryan Davidson Running Scared by Edward T. Welch Green Pastures by J. Ryan Davidson Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ John A. Broadus with Dr. Jared Bumpers (Episode 36) Jared Bumpers is the Director of Student Life and Events and serves as Assistant Professor of Preaching and Ministry at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Prior to joining the team at Midwestern, Jared served for over a decade as a student pastor, then as an associate pastor of preaching, at a church in southwest Missouri. He has also served as an interim pastor and spoken at numerous conferences throughout the United States. Jared holds a Ph.D. in Christian Preaching from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. His doctoral research focused on the hermeneutic and homiletic of John Albert Broadus. Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. They are now fully Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Evangelism with Dr. Tom Johnston (Episode 35) Dr. Johnston serves as Professor of Evangelism and as the director of the Midwestern Evangelistic Teams. Born in Paris, France, to missionary parents, Dr. Johnston’s heart for missions and evangelism was forged in the context of post-Christian Europe. His fluency in French and familiarity with European cultures have served him well in leading evangelistic team in six countries and across four continents. He also brings to his students sixteen years of pastoral ministry experience in the United States and Canada. Dr. Johnston received the Doctor of Philosophy degree from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, the Master of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and the Bachelor of Science from Wheaton College.Johnston is married to Raschelle. They have three children and four grandchildren. His research interests include Medieval French history, the Swiss Reformation, and related textual studies in theology and practice. For example, he has written on the evangelistic zeal of Calvin’s Geneva and approaches to the Great Commission in the 12th and 13th Centuries in Southern France. His articles have appeared in Trinity Journal, the Journal for Baptist Theology and Ministry, Midwestern Journal of Theology, Perichoresis, Preaching Magazine, as well as Decision Magazine, the Lausanne Movement, and Preaching Online. While serving as president of the Southern Baptist Professors of Evangelism Fellowship for six years, and currently as its Secretary-Treasurer, Dr. Johnston edited Mobilizing a Great Commission Church for Outreach (Wipf and Stock), with chapters by 19 Southern Baptist professors of evangelism. Resource Recommendation: http://www.evangelizology.com/ Consumed! A Passion for the Great Commission. by Dr. Tom Johnston:https://www.amazon.com/Consumed-Passion-Great-Commission/dp/0983152675/ Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. CBTS exists to provide ministerial training in the context of a confessional, local church. They are, among other things, confessional, baptist, affordable, and accessible. You can learn more about them at https://cbtseminary.org/ Biblical Hermeneutics with Dr. John Greever Dr. John Greever is the pastor of First Baptist Church of Fenton, MO and recently retired professor of Bible at Missouri Baptist University. He has pastored for over four decades in Texas, Oklahoma, Indiana, and Missouri, 25 of those years at FBC Fenton. During that time he has also taught ministry, Bible, theology and religious classes for several Christian Institutions. He holds the Doctor of Theology degree from Trinity Theological Seminary, the Master of Divinity degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and the Bachelor of Arts degree from Howard Payne University. His passion and vision for the church are faithfulness to the gospel of Jesus Christ in our generation. He seeks to ground the church in its worship, life, and ministry in a biblically-based, Christ-exalting, and gospel-centered way. Book Recommendations Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics:https://www.amazon.com/Introduction-Biblical-Hermeneutics-Search-Meaning/dp/0310279518/ref=sr_1_1?crid=525MF07P5XEE&keywords=introduction+to+biblical+hermeneutics&qid=1569869779&sprefix=Introduction+to+biblica%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1 Grasping God's Word:https://www.amazon.com/Grasping-Gods-Word-Hands-Interpreting/dp/0310492572/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3CYAN2RD971EN&keywords=grasping+god%27s+word&qid=1569869883&sprefix=grasping+go%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-1 Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher. Founders Midwest Conference: Keynote Speaker: Dr. Greg Gilbert Theme: Union With Christ Location: First Baptist Church of Fenton, Missouri. Dates: February 25-26 https://sbfcmw.com/
Listen to the Podcast as we discuss eschatology with Dr. Sam Waldron Dr. Sam Waldron is the president of CBTS and professor of Systematic Theology. He is also one of the pastors of Grace Reformed Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY. Dr. Waldron received a B.A. from Cornerstone University, an M.Div. from Trinity Ministerial Academy, a Th.M. from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. From 1977 to 2001 he was a pastor of the Reformed Baptist Church of Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Waldron is the author of numerous books including A Modern Exposition of the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith, The End Times Made Simple, Baptist Roots in America, To Be Continued?, and MacArthur’s Millennial Manifesto: A Friendly Response. Eschatology Books Written by Dr. Waldron The End Times Made Simple:https://www.amazon.com/End-Times-Made-Simple/dp/1879737507 More of the End Times Made Simple:https://www.amazon.com/MORE-End-Times-Made-Simple/dp/1879737698/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_14_t_0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=12S3QZ7WYRNZ1HK5CBBW MacArthur's Millennial Manifesto:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/098021792X/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i5 Dr. Waldron's Book Recommendations A Case for Amillennialism: Understanding the End Times by Kim Riddlebarger: https://www.amazon.com/Case-Amillennialism-Understanding-End-Times/dp/0801015502/ref=dp_ob_title_bkKingdom Come: The Amillennial Alternative by Sam Storms: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Come-Amillennial-Sam-Storms/dp/1781911320/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2/144-2255268-3944760?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1781911320&pd_rd_r=bf822fb8-aff3-4c12-9bd5-289eef62ed9d&pd_rd_w=r4Apv&pd_rd_wg=q67Fg&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=8SWWXWDJAET2F17QYH1H&psc=1&refRID=8SWWXWDJAET2F17QYH1HThe Bible and the Future by Anthony A. Hoekema: https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Future-Anthony-Hoekema/dp/0802808514/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_3/144-2255268-3944760?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0802808514&pd_rd_r=84506706-0046-41c7-875d-18fb24a54927&pd_rd_w=vX8fD&pd_rd_wg=Apc68&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=X3HRARQNZ5A1DN3K0584&psc=1&refRID=X3HRARQNZ5A1DN3K0584 The Man of Sin: Uncovering the Truth about the Antichrist by Kim Riddlebarger: https://www.amazon.com/Man-Sin-Uncovering-Truth-Antichrist/dp/0801066069/ref=pd_sbs_14_22?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0801066069&pd_rd_r=60d35600-af7c-4dd3-a1f3-43bbe4774bf9&pd_rd_w=8e0NH&pd_rd_wg=1oOd3&pf_rd_p=d66372fe-68a6-48a3-90ec-41d7f64212be&pf_rd_r=7QNHFXHDECGAGX92WYVH&psc=1&refRID=7QNHFXHDECGAGX92WYVH Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary https://cbtseminary.org/ Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
"By faith the walls of Jericho came down, and by faith this wall will come down too." -C.H. Spurgeon Listen to the Podcast as we discuss the buildings that Spurgeon ministered in before the Metropolitan Tabernacle was built. Sources: Cathcart, William, ed. The Baptist EncyclopÊdia. Philadelphia: Louis H. Everts, 1881. Pg. 1093. C. H. Spurgeon: The People’s Preacher. Directed by Crawford Telfer. Studio: FilmRise. 2010. Galli, Mark, and Ted Olsen. 131 Christians Everyone Should Know. Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman Publishers, 2000. Application Devote yourself to the Ordinary Means of Grace Preach Simple, Biblical and Doctrinal Sermons Remember that with faithfulness comes suffering. Understand that God works through imperfect Pastors and churches to accomplish his mission. Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
Listen to this week's episode of the Covenant Podcast as we discuss Expository Preaching with Pastor Wade Lentz. Bro Wade is currently serving as the Pastor of Beryl Baptist Church in Vilonia, Arkansas. Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
Episode 29- Original Sin (With a quick examination of Pelagianism, Semi-Pelagianism). Bible References: Genesis 2:17, 3:6, 16-19. Romans 5:12-14, 8:7-8. 1 Corinthians 15:21-22. Ephesians 2:1-3. Sources: Bavinck, Herman, John Bolt, and John Vriend. Reformed Dogmatics: Sin and Salvation in Christ. Vol. 3. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2006. Pg, 86,90-91, 93-94. Dagg, J. L. Manual of Theology, First Part: A Treatise on Christian Doctrine. Charleston, SC; Richmond, VA; Macon, GA; Selma, AL; New Orleans: Southern Baptist Publication Society; S. S. & Publication Board; B. B. & Colporteur Society; B. B. & Book Depository; B. B. Depository, 1859. Vos, Geerhardus. Reformed Dogmatics. Edited by Richard B. Gaffin. Translated by Annemie Godbehere, Roelof van Ijken, Daan van der Kraan, Harry Boonstra, Jonathan Pater, Allan Janssen, Richard B. Gaffin Jr., and Kim Batteau. Vol. 1–5. Bellingham, WA: Lexham Press, 2012–2016. Ward, Mark, Jessica Parks, Brannon Ellis, and Todd Hains, eds. Lexham Survey of Theology. Bellingham, WA: Lexham Press, 2018. Keep up with our Podcast via: Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastcovenant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
Jimmy is the Pastor of Vista Baptist Church, a graduate of Missouri Baptist University and student of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Jimmy is also a Co-Host of the Made New Podcast:https://madenewinchrist.podbean.com/ Recommended Readings: The Reign of Grace The Death of Legal Hope Essay of the Kingdom of Christ Keep up with our Podcast via: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
Spurgeon's Wife and Family Proverbs 18:22 (KJV) 22Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, And obtaineth favour of the Lord. Sources: C. H. Spurgeon: The People’s Preacher. Directed by Crawford Telfer. Studio: FilmRise. 2010. Douglas, J. D., Philip Wesley Comfort, and Donald Mitchell. Who’s Who in Christian History. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House, 1992. https://banneroftruth.org/us/about/banner-authors/susannah-spurgeon/ https://www.christianity.com/christian-life/who-was-susannah-spurgeon.html
The Life of Benjamin Keach with Jimmy Johnson In a recent tweet, Marshal Perry provides us with an interesting scenario. His tweet reads as follows: "You have reservations for yourself and four others. One person from the 17th, 18th, 19th, and 20th century. Who are they?" Pastor Jimmy (@jimmyinchrist37) answered that his 17th century reservation is Benjamin Keach. In this episode we have the privilege to learn about Benjamin Keach from Pastor Johnson. Jimmy is the Pastor of Vista Baptist Church, a graduate of Missouri Baptist University and student of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Jimmy is also a Co-Host of the Made New Podcast:https://madenewinchrist.podbean.com/ Recommended Readings: The Marrow of True Justification The Travels of True Godliness The Glories of the True Church (Above found here:http://www.solid-ground-books.com/detail_517.asp ) Tropologia: https://www.logos.com/product/161947/tropologia-a-key-to-open-scripture-metaphors An Exposition of the Parables:https://www.logos.com/product/32829/an-exposition-of-the-parables-and-express-similitudes-of-our-lord-and-saviour-jesus-christ The Excellent Benjamin Keach by Austin Walker:https://www.amazon.com/Excellent-Benjamin-Keach-PB/dp/1894400631 Application: The Willingness to Suffer for the Truth. The Need for Faithful Pastors. The Importance of the Doctrine of Justification. The Importance of Bible Interpretation. The Importance of Godliness. Keep up with our Podcast via: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
God's Holiness with Allen Nelson IV Allen S. Nelson IV is the pastor of Perryville Second Baptist Church in Perryville, AR, where he and his wife Stephanie make their home with their 5 children. He's been in vocational ministry for 13 years serving as youth pastor, associate pastor, and senior pastor in various churches. Allen's other titles include podcaster, conference speaker, and regular blogger at thingsabove.us (but his kids just call him Dad). Most imporantly, he is a recipient of the undeserved grace of God. You can buy a copy of Allen's first book, "From Death to Life: How Salvation Works" here:https://www.amazon.com/Death-Life-How-Salvation-Works/dp/1599256037/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=allen+nelson+iv&qid=1563829752&s=gateway&sr=8-1 You can buy a copy of Allen's second book, "Before the Throne, Reflections on God's Holiness" here:https://www.amazon.com/Before-Throne-Reflections-Gods-Holiness/dp/1733851704/ref=pd_sbs_14_1/183-2036819-2566802?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1733851704&pd_rd_r=6474dc26-5640-4b29-b5bd-1a59ed50b8f7&pd_rd_w=uojqO&pd_rd_wg=71EZl&pf_rd_p=588939de-d3f8-42f1-a3d8-d556eae5797d&pf_rd_r=KV8ZM6C7TG89YP1PE11T&psc=1&refRID=KV8ZM6C7TG89YP1PE11T We will be giving away a copy of "Before the Throne" to a listener who leaves a review of the Podcast via: iTunes or Podbean. Once you have left a review, take a screen shot and send it in to be entered into the giveaway! Grace and Peace! Keep up with our Podcast via: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
Spurgeon’s Early Ministry 1 Peter 2:7 (KJV) 7 Unto you therefore which believe he is precious: In this episode we observe Spurgeon’s First Sermon, Spurgeon’s First Pastorate, and Spurgeon’s call to New Park Street Chapel. Sources: Cathcart, William, ed. The Baptist EncyclopÊdia. Philadelphia: Louis H. Everts, 1881. Pg. 1093. C. H. Spurgeon: The People’s Preacher. Directed by Crawford Telfer. Studio: FilmRise. 2010. Reeves, Michael. 10 Things You Should Know About Charles Spurgeon. February 19th, 2018. https://www.crossway.org/articles/10-things-you-should-know-about-charles-spurgeon/ Applications: Always Be Ready! God Can Use Whoever He Chooses. God is Gracious. Keep up with our Podcast via: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
Spurgeon’s Conversion & Baptism Isaiah 45:22 (KJV) 22 Look unto me, and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth: For I am God, and there is none else. Sources Bush, L. Russ, and Tom J. Nettles. Baptists and the Bible. Revised and expanded. Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman Publishers, 1999. Pg. 222. Galli, Mark, and Ted Olsen. 131 Christians Everyone Should Know. Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman Publishers, 2000. Pg. 101. Applications: God’s Sovereignty over Spurgeon’s Salvation The Free Offer of the Gospel as a Necessity to Preaching Scripture as the Authority for Doctrinal Beliefs. Keep up with our Podcast via: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-podcast/id1464738712 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xaNyHKd85BZl3Cxw5CUk8?si=T89hvJfVQUCcvmVxvrfEfw YouTube, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Stitcher.
What exactly is Cessationism? Check out the Podcast this week as Mike Brown addresses the topic. For more information/updates on the Covenant Podcast, keep up with our Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/ The Covenant Podcast is available via: iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, and Podbean. Sources: MacArthur, John F., Jr. 2 Peter and Jude. MacArthur New Testament Commentary. Chicago: Moody Publishers, 2005.
Sources: https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2019/04/22/some-americans-dont-use-the-internet-who-are-they/ Resources: https://www.logos.com/ https://twitter.com/BroAustin7 Recommended Podcasts 1)The Briefing -Dr. Albert Mohler 2)The Dividing Line -Dr. James White 3)Doctrine & Devotion -Joe Thorn & Jimmy Fowler 4)Made New – Jimmy Johnson, Ryan Pendergraft, Justen McCarter 5)The Sword and Trowel – Founders Ministries.
Check out more about 1689 Federalism here: http://www.1689federalism.com/ Our Podcast is also available via: iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, YouTube, and Podbean! Keep up with the Podcast on IG:https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/
Why should the Christian study Andrew Fuller? Within this episode, Pastor Jimmy gives us a biographical examination of the life of Andrew Fuller. Within this examination of Fuller, Jimmy mentions selected works by this Pastor-Theologian, as well influencers/beneficiaries of Fuller's ministry. Why should the Christian study Andrew Fuller? Listen and find out! Jimmy is the Pastor of Vista Baptist Church, a graduate of Missouri Baptist University and student of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Jimmy is also a Co-Host of the Made New Podcast:https://madenewinchrist.podbean.com/ Check out more episodes of the Covenant Podcast:https://covenantpodcast.podbean.com/ Also Available via: iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitchers, & YouTube. For updates on the Covenant Podcast check out the IG:https://www.instagram.com/covenantpodcast/
Tim Carter Apologetics is a ministry dedicated to equipping the saints with the knowledge of God through His inspired Word, the Bible. This ministry stands on the conviction that the Word of God is the ultimate authority in the life of all those who profess to follow Christ. It is by His Word alone that we are to be governed in our faith and practice. The means in which this ministry strives to achieve its goals is through teaching, whether it be administered through online sources such as Facebook and YouTube or in person for conferences and special seminars. Check out Tim Carter's Apologetics ministry:https://www.facebook.com/timcarterapologetics/
Have you been Adopted? “For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God,” (Romans 8:14–16, ESV). Other Verses used: Galatians 4:4-7, John 1:12, Ephesians 1:5, 1 John 3:1-2. Sources: Berkhof, L. Systematic Theology. Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. B. Eerdmans publishing co., 1938. Boyce, James Petigru. Abstract of Systematic Theology. Bellingham, WA: Logos Bible Software, 2010. For more updates on the Covenant Podcast: Twitter:https://twitter.com/BroAustin7 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/austin.mccormick.7 Subscribe and Leave a Review! Grace and Peace.
Within this episode John Stroup discusses his ministry (Freeway ministry), the upcoming grand opening for the Freeway HQ, his newest book (From the Pit to the Pulpit), and some projects that he is working on right now.
Within this episode, we examine 4 cases that have led to the modern culture of death. Griswold Vs. Connecticut Roe Vs. Wade Doe Vs. Bolton Planned Parenthood Vs. Casey -"Legal History of Abortion in America", Dr. Alan Branch.
Borchert, Gerald L. John 12–21. Vol. 25B. The New American Commentary. Nashville: Broadman & Holman Publishers, 2002. The Holy Bible: English Standard Version. Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles, 2016. (John 12:27-36).
Bro. Mike Brown and Bro. Austin McCormick examine the context of the most well known verse of the Bible... John 3:16.
In this Episode, I had the privilege to interview Bro. Jimmy Johnson of Vista Baptist Church in Vista, Missouri. Bro. Jimmy is the Host of the "Made New" Podcast (check it out on Podbean). Enjoy Bro. Jimmy's testimony and contextual breakdown of Matthew 19:24. -Bro. Austin
In this episode of the context is key podcast, I examine what Paul meant when he wrote: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Sources: Melick Jr, Richard R. The New American Commentary: An Exegetical and Theological Exposition of Holy Scripture. Vol. 32. Philippians, Colossians, Philemon. (Nashville,TN). B&H Publishers. 1991.
In this Podcast, I had the privilege of discussing one of my favorite verses in the Bible: John 14:6. The intention of this podcast is to provide devotional context to the listener, rather than refuting false teachings/misconceptions about a context. Don't forget, "Context is Key"!
In this episode, interviewee Bro. Mike Brown discusses the context of Matthew 18:20. Bro. Mike addresses the importance of context, and how people commonly take Matthew 18:20 out of context.
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Welcome to the first episode of the "Context is Key" Podcast by Austin McCormick. Throughout this channel we will be examinig the context of certain passages in the Bible. This first episode examines the context of Luke 4:1-13, while emphasizing Luke 4:7. For more information on the "Context is Key" Podcast follow me on IG: @broaustinmccormick and on Twitter: @BroAustin7