Bede: Recent Episodes
Michael Haykin & Mike Pohlman
Bede is a weekly conversation about Church History by historians Drs. Michael A.G. Haykin and Mike Pohlman.
A special edition of Bede with Dr. KJ Drake on the extra calvinisticum—a vitally important doctrine on the incarnation not only in Reformed Theology, but in the history of the Church.
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Music: ”Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland”, Cantata BWV 62: I. Chorus by J. S. Bach, performed by The English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir
We continue this week to look at Constantine and the immediate impact of his reign on the trajectory of Christian history.
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Music: ”Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland”, Cantata BWV 62: I. Chorus by J. S. Bach, performed by The English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir
Bede returns after a summer hiatus exploring the significance of Constantine and the Constantinian Revolution—this week looks at the background and conversion of this consequential Roman emperor!
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Music: ”Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland”, Cantata BWV 62: I. Chorus by J. S. Bach, performed by The English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir
This week's episode looks closer at the the early conception of ecclesiology and Cyprian's legacy and contribution.
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Music: ”Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland”, Cantata BWV 62: I. Chorus by J. S. Bach, performed by The English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir
This week's episode introduces the setting of Carthage in which this third century church father, as well as a background and introduction to Cyprian's life and ministry.
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Music: ”Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland”, Cantata BWV 62: I. Chorus by J. S. Bach, performed by The English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir
In part two of this series, Dr. Haykin unpacks some of the specific figures in the history of Christian martyrdom.
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Music: ”Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland”, Cantata BWV 62: I. Chorus by J. S. Bach, performed by The English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir
In this episode, Dr. Haykin provides an overview of the nature of persecution experienced by the early church, some key antagonists, and the response of Christians.
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Music: ”Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland”, Cantata BWV 62: I. Chorus by J. S. Bach, performed by The English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir
Dr. Haykin continues to discuss some of the cultural realities on the early church in the Roman context.
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Music: ”Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland”, Cantata BWV 62: I. Chorus by J. S. Bach, performed by The English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir
In the first episode of Season 2, Dr. Haykin discusses some of the cultural realities on the early church in the Roman context.
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Music: ”Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland”, Cantata BWV 62: I. Chorus by J. S. Bach, performed by The English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir
In this preliminary episode to the new season of Bede, Dr. Haykin discusses the plan for the upcoming year.
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Music: ””Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland”, Cantata BWV 62: I. Chorus by J. S. Bach, performed by The English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir
Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman as they continue their study of the London Baptist Confession (1689) on Article III “Of God’s Decree.”
How “practical” is the Trinity? After all, what can people “do” with the Trinity? Why does this doctrine seem to be neglected in our churches? Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman as they continue their exploration of the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith. And be sure to hear Dr. Haykin’s favorite theologians in church history on the Trinity. Some of the names might surprise you!
In this episode Drs. Haykin and Pohlman continue their exploration of the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith as they take up Article I: On the Holy Scriptures. What makes the BCF unique when compared to Roman Catholicism? And what are some of the important implications of the BCF’s doctrine of Scripture for ministry today? Resource Recommendation: 1689: The Baptist Confession of Faith
It is doubtful that anyone would disagree that evangelicalism is in need of renewal. Indeed, one of the banner cries to come out of the Protestant Reformation was “always reforming.” As in every generation ours is no different: the Church is in need of reformation and revival. How will this come about? To help us answer this question we welcome to the podcast one of the founders of The Center for Baptist Renewal, Dr. Lucas Stamps. Tune in as we discuss compelling ideas like “Baptist Catholicity,” “Baptists and the Great Tradition,” and “retrieval for the sake of renewal.” To learn more about The Center for Baptist Renewal, visit centerforbaptistrenewal.com.
There’s no shortage of books trying to interpret Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence and third president of the United States. And, yet, he remains an enigma to many. How, for example, are we to understand Jefferson’s religion? In what sense, if at all, can he be considered Christian? And how do we account for the various contradictions in his beliefs and practice? Join us as we welcome distinguished historian Thomas Kidd to discuss his new biography, Thomas Jefferson: A Biography of Spirit and Flesh. To pre-order the book from your favorite bookseller, go here.
In the preface to a new publication of the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith written in 1855 by C.H. Spurgeon, he said that the truth requires a “banner.” For Spurgeon, there was no better banner for the truth of the Bible's leading doctrines than the 1689 Baptist Confession.
Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman, in part two, as they take up this banner asking and answering questions like, What is the history of the confession? Is a confession of faith biblical? What purpose does a confession of faith have in our day?
In the preface to a new publication of the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith written in 1855 by C.H. Spurgeon, he said that the truth requires a “banner.” For Spurgeon, there was no better banner for the truth of the Bible's leading doctrines than the 1689 Baptist Confession.
Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman as they take up this banner over the next several episodes asking and answering questions like, What is the history of the confession? Is a confession of faith biblical? What purpose does a confession of faith have in our day?
Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman as they discuss John Broadus, “the father of expository preaching,” with Broadus biographer Dr. Eric Smith.
Wars and rumors of wars. This is what marks our day. Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman as they welcome Dr. Gordon Heath to discuss his new book Christians, the State, and War: An Ancient Tradition for the Modern World. What is this ancient tradition and how can its recovery help us in our time?
Many African American Protestants in the early decades of the twentieth-century identified as fundamentalists. But until recently, the historiography has not sufficiently included their voices. Daniel Bare, author of Black Fundamentalists: Conservative Christianity and Racial Identity in the Segregation Era, joins the podcast to explain why these important voices have been marginalized and how our understanding of Fundamentalism is enriched by including them.
What is Christian Nationalism? What has it meant historically and how should we consider it today? Listen in as Drs. Haykin and Pohlman are joined by Dr. John Wilsey for a conversation about Christian Nationalism past and present. Articles and books of note: Progressive Nationalism (John Wilsey) One Nation Under God? An Evangelical Critique of Christian America (John Wilsey) American Exceptionalism and Civil Religion: Reassessing the History of an Idea (John Wilsey)
Some people consider John Gill the greatest Baptist pastor-theologian of the eighteenth century. And, yet, Gill remains relatively unknown compared to other Christians of the era. Why is this? And why is Gill important for our time? Join Drs. Michael Haykin and Mike Pohlman as they discuss.
Some people consider John Gill the greatest Baptist pastor-theologian of the eighteenth century. And, yet, Gill remains relatively unknown compared to other Christians of the era. Why is this? And why is Gill important for our time? Join Drs. Michael Haykin and Mike Pohlman as they discuss.
On their first episode of the New Year, Drs. Haykin and Pohlman discuss Michael’s new book The Weekly Historian: 52 Reflections on Church History. Join the conversation as they encourage Christians to “know their family tree” as they consider, among other things, what friendship has to do with protecting orthodoxy and what coffee has to do with church planting.
Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman as they continue their conversation about George Whitefield as they take up “little” issues like his debates with Wesley over election and his stance on slavery.
Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman as they take up George Whitefield, the eighteenth century revivalist some have called "The greatest evangelist since the apostle Paul."
In this week’s episode, Drs. Haykin and Pohlman take up the other famous Wesley…Charles, who’s over 7,000 hymns may be the greatest legacy of the eighteenth century evangelical awakening.
If you were to consider the outstanding hymn writers of eighteenth-century England would the name Anne Steele come to mind? To help ensure that it does, we welcome Dr. Esther Crookshank to the podcast to talk about hymns and Anne Steele’s under-appreciated contribution to the history of church music.
Join Drs. Michael Haykin and Mike Pohlman as they discuss the remarkable Puritan wife and mother, Brilliana Harley.
The Puritan movement of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, as a transatlantic reform movement within the Protestant church, has much to teach the evangelical church today. To discuss the Puritans in general and the American Puritans in particular, Drs. Haykin and Pohlman are joined by Dr. Dustin Benge, co-author of The American Puritans. Books mentioned: The American Puritans (Dustin Benge and Nate Pickowicz) Hot Protestants: A History of Puritanism in England and America (Michael P. Winship) The Puritans: A Transatlantic History (David D. Hall) First Founders: American Puritans and Puritanism in an Atlantic World (Francis Bremer)
Join Drs. Michael Haykin and Tim Scott as they discuss the eighteenth-century Bible commentator, Thomas Scott, and his relationship to John Newton.
Even as John Newton is perhaps best known for his hymns, he should also be known for his letters. Those most familiar with Newton seem to agree that “letter-writing was his greatest gift” earning him the reputation as “the great spiritual director of souls through the post.” It certainly wasn’t uncommon to write letters in eighteenth-century England, but John Newton was an uncommon letter writer. What makes his letters so significant in the history of the church? Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman as they discuss the letters of John Newton.
Works mentioned:
An Authentic Narrative (John Newton, 1764)
Wise Counsel: John Newton’s Letter to John Ryland Jr. Edited by Grant Gordon with a foreword by Michael A.G. Haykin (Banner of Truth, 2009)
Letters of John Newton Edited by Josiah Bull (Banner of Truth, 2007/1869)
Since the Gutenberg Revolution in the fifteenth century, Christians have embraced technology for the spread of the gospel and sometimes at great cost to the faith. Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman as they discuss the history of Evangelicals and technology. What can this history teach us as the church strives for faithfulness in our digital age? Work discussed: Broadcasting the Faith: Protestant Religious Radio and Theology in America, 1920-1950 by Michael E. Pohlman
Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman as they consider Andrew Fuller: pastor, theologian, missiologist, apologist, and rope-holder extraordinaire. Work discussed: Reading Andrew Fuller by Michael Haykin Other works on Andrew Fuller The Pastoral Priorities of 18th Century Baptists: An Examination of Andrew Fuller's Ordination Sermons by Nigel Wheeler The Armies of the Lamb: The Spirituality of Andrew Fuller edited by Michael Haykin Understanding Andrew Fuller: Life, Thought, and Legacies (Volume 1) Edited by Nathan A. Finn, Jeff Robinson SR., and Shane Shaddix What is Truth? by Andrew Fuller Backslider by Andrew Fuller Preaching by Andrew Fuller @pohlman @bedepod @afcbs @hesedandemet
Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman, with special guest Dr. Ray Rhodes, as they discuss Charles and Susannah Spurgeon. Susannah is in many ways “the forgotten Spurgeon”—but needs to be remembered in a new generation if we would understand better Charles and the impact of their ministry together. Works discussed Yours, Till Heaven: The Untold Love Story of Charles and Susie Spurgeon (Ray Rhodes Jr.) Susie: The Life and Legacy of Susannah Spurgeon (Ray Rhodes Jr.) Twitter Ray Rhodes(@NITW1) Bede Podcast (@bedepod) Mike Pohlman @Pohlman Bede is in partnership with H&E Publishing (@hesedandemet)
Join Drs. Haykin and Pohlman as they discuss St. Benedict, the sixth century monk who, according to Mark Noll, “gave the most decisive, and most beneficial, shape to monasticism.” What can the church today learn from Benedict?
Works discussed: The Rule of St. Benedict: An Introduction to the Contemplative Life (Translation and Introduction by Philip Freeman) Dialogues by Pope Gregory the Great
In today’s episode Drs. Haykin and Pohlman discuss The Venerable Bede. Author of nearly forty books from church history to biblical studies, as well as, major translation works including a magisterial Latin Bible, listen in as our hosts consider why this eighth century English monk has enduring relevance for our time. Major works discussed: Ecclesiastical History of the English People (731 AD) Bede’s Letter to Bishop Egbert (734 AD)
On this episode, Dr. Haykin discusses the importance of friendship.
- How did the ancients view friendship?
- What does the Bible say?
- How do we cultivate friendships among those older/younger in the faith?
Join us this summer for the “Reading Augustine” online course with Dr. Michael A.G. Haykin.
This reading course focuses on three key aspects of the theology of Augustine of Hippo (354–430), arguably the most influential theologian of the Ancient Church. The readings explore his account of his personal pilgrimage (the Confessions), his Trinitarianism (On the Trinity), and his theology of history (On the City of God). Augustine’s interaction with Scripture and his perspective on living coram Deo in each of these areas of thought is especially highlighted.
$200.00 (Audit) $400 (For Credit – through Toronto Baptist Seminary)
May 25-August 24 | Tuesday 7:00-9:00PM (EST)
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On this episode Dr. Michael Haykin discusses Andrew Fuller's relation with his son, Robert.
On this episode, Dr. Haykin discusses Andrew Fuller in remembrance of his death on May 7, 1815.
On this episode, Dr. Michael Haykin answers some questions about the resurrection of Christ:
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What was the Graeco-Roman world's view of resurrection?
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What is the significance of the phrase "and he was buried" in 1 Corinthians 15:4?
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What is the significance of the empty tomb?
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How should the reality of the resurrection shape the believer?
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What resources on the resurrection do you recommend?
In the episode, Dr. Michael Haykin discusses his new book Pro Nobis: Christ’s Saving Work—Scripture Readings and Patristic Meditations for Easter Week.
In this episode Dr. Haykin answers the following questions:
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How has church history impacted your own Christian life?
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What advice do you have for aspiring historians?
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How are you so productive?
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What does a typical week look like for you?
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How can the contemporary Christian help the future historian studying church history in 2021?
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Do you keep a journal, what do you include in it?
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How do you remember everything, and do you have any systems in place to help you with later research and recall?
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What are helpful connections you’ve had with scholars across disciplines?
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What are some hazards to avoid in the study of church history?
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What is your favourite place on earth?
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If you could have tea with any figure from church history, outside of the Bible, who would it be and why?
In this episode of Bede's podcast, we look at some of the controversies that Augustine found himself in over the course of his ministry.
In this episode of Bede's podcast, we look at Augustine's conversion and call to the ministry.
In this new episode of Bede's podcast, Augustine's life up until he comes to Milan in the autumn of 374 is traced and outlined.
In this episode, Michael Haykin elaborates reasons why Evangelicals need to read the early Church Fathers.
In this episode, Michael Haykin elaborates reasons why Evangelicals need to read the early Church Fathers.
On this episode we look at Jonathan Edwards' ministry to the Stockbridge Mohican Indians—the area of Edwards' life and ministry which has been most neglected and misunderstood.
Resources:
Jonathan Edwards and the Stockbridge Mohican Indians: His Mission and Sermons
In this episode of Bede's Podcast the thinking of the fourth century monastic author Macarius on the Christian life and the necessity of the help of the Spirit in the battle against sin is discussed.
This second part on Macarius outlines his thinking on conversion and the beginner's struggle against sin through the power of the Spirit
In this episode of Bede's Podcast the thinking of the fourth century monastic author Macarius on the Christian life and the necessity of the help of the Spirit in the battle against sin is discussed. This first part introduces Macarius and looks at his view of humanity outside of Christ.
This week, we continue to recall the real Patrick and his remarkable mission to Ireland.
History has been very kind to Patrick by remembering him every year on March 17, St. Patrick's Day, and yet at the same time this historical memory has obscured the real man. He was not Irish, did not cast out all of the snakes from Ireland (later medieval legend) and certainly did not drink green beer (a modern way of celebrating St Patrick)! In this two-part episode we recall the real Patrick and his remarkable mission to Ireland through one of his genuine writings, his Confession, written just before his death around 460.
In this episode we look in detail at the lineaments of Irenaeus of Lyons' argument against Gnostic thinkers like Marcion and Valentinus.
On this episode we discuss the up and coming webinar, "Reading Andrew Fuller."
First, the webinar will seek to provide the reader with an informed awareness of major aspects of this great theologian’s thinking. Second, Fuller’s God-centred thought and piety will be presented as a model for imitation. After an overview of Fuller’s life and times, this reading course will focus on Fuller’s theology and piety through a variety of texts from Fuller’s hand: sermons, circular letters that he wrote for the Northamptonshire Association, theological tracts, and personal letters.
We will meet every Monday and Thursday evening in June and July from 7:00–8:30 pm Eastern Time (via zoom)
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Books mentioned on this episode
The Life of Samuel Pearce
Andrew Fuller:: Holy Faith, Worthy Gospel, World Mission
Being a Pastor
Ardent Love for Jesus: English Baptists and the Experience of Revival in the Long Eighteenth Century
The Works of Andrew Fuller (Sprinkle edition)
In this episode we look at the second-century Greek theologian Irenaeus of Lyons, sketching what we know of his life and the nature of the major error he was called upon to combat, namely, Gnosticism, which has some remarkable similarities to modern New Age thinking. A second installment next week will look in more detail at the actual lineaments of his argument against Gnostic thinkers like Marcion and Valentinus. Bede's Podcast is in partnership with H&E Publishing (www.hesedandemet.com) You can follow H&E Publishing on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram
In the nineteenth and twentieth centuries the attribution of beauty to God was a rarity in both academic and popular theological literature. On this podcast, we explore why this is so and especially look at the way in which the beauty of God was a staple of theological reflection from the Scriptures down to the early modern era. The change in thinking took place in the eighteenth century and it is appropriate to reflect on one thinker from that era, namely, Jonathan Edwards, who is a fabulous representative of the older, classical thinking in this regard, namely, that ultimate and primal beauty is found in the Triune God.
In this episode of Bede’s Podcast, we explore the literary and sermonic legacy of the evangelical Anglican historian Henry Melvill Gwatkin, who was born near the beginning of the Victorian era in 1844 and who died in 1916. He is most famous for his work on the early heresy of Arianism; but we look at other aspects of his historical work before gleaning some lessons from a sermon that he preached on Isaiah 6, a few days after the death of Queen Victoria.
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On this podcast we remember and celebrate the baptism of Andrew Fuller on April 20, 1770, by recalling first the way that Baptists in the eighteenth century were the sole upholders of believer's baptism and what this entailed in terms of discrimination, even mild persecution. We then look at the way Andrew Fuller delineated the meaning of baptism in a tract entitled The Practical Uses of Christian Baptism (1802). Fuller especially highlighted baptism as the place of public dedication to God and saw it as a key element in preserving the church from worldliness. We close with a note about Fuller's view of baptism as a radical act and also as insufficient to preserve spiritual vitality. For the latter it was the presence of the Spirit that was necessary.
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On this episode, Dr. Michael A.G. Haykin examines the historical evidence of the defining event of Christianity—the bodily resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ from the dead.
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On this pilot episode, Dr. Michael Haykin explains the meaning behind "Bede's" Podcast. Who was Bede and why does he matter?