110. Justin VanRiper Interview | A Practical Postmillennialism Series

SUMMARY In this episode, Kendall Lankford and Justin VanRiper discuss the practical implications of post-millennialism. They emphasize that post-millennialism is not just an ivory tower doctrine, but a belief that has real value for how Christians live their lives. They recommend several books on post-millennialism, including works by Ken Gentry, R.C. Sproul, and Douglas Wilson. They also discuss the relationship between post-millennialism and partial preterism, and how these beliefs impact the way Christians view the future. They highlight the importance of the cultural mandate and the reinvigoration of Christianity in society. Finally, they address the negative connotations associated with indoctrination and emphasize the need for Christians to catechize their children. This conversation explores the impact of indoctrination and culture, the role of the church in shaping culture, the importance of education and catechism, the abandonment of the mind, the significance of post-millennialism, the responsibility of men as theologians in the home, the impact of post-millennialism on daily life, and the high view of every aspect of life. TAKEAWAYS AND TOPICS ChatGPT 1. Post-millennialism is a belief with practical implications for Christian living. 2. Recommended books include works by Ken Gentry, R.C. Sproul, and Douglas Wilson. 3. It's often linked with partial preterism, the belief that many eschatological prophecies have been fulfilled. 4. Post-millennialism revitalizes the cultural mandate, emphasizing active Christian engagement in society. 5. Biblical indoctrination is crucial for raising children in the faith; the question is not "if" but "by whom." 6. The church plays a vital role in shaping culture and shouldn't withdraw from it. 7. Education and catechism are essential for passing on the faith to future generations. 8. Abandoning the mind is harmful to Christianity. 9. Post-millennialism invigorates the mind, encouraging men to fulfill their role as theologians at home. 10. It has practical implications for daily life, including work, family, and community. 11. Every aspect of life should be done to glorify Christ. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction and Background 02:45 - Understanding Post-Millennialism 06:41- Recommended Reading on Post-Millennialism 10:24 - Post-Millennialism and Partial Preterism 14:08 - The Practical Implications of Post-Millennialism 25:13 - The Eschatology of Victory 30:05 - The Impact of Dispensationalism 37:05 - The Importance of Indoctrination 38:28 - The Impact of Indoctrination and Culture 39:28 - The Role of the Church in Shaping Culture 41:22 - The Importance of Education and Catechism 44:31 - The Abandonment of the Mind 46:45 - The Significance of Post-Millennialism 48:42 - The Responsibility of Men as Theologians in the Home 52:09 - The Impact of Post-Millennialism on Daily Life 57:29 - The Practical Application of Post-Millennialism in the Home 01:03:11 - The High View of Every Aspect of Life