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Following the Fathers
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Following the Fathers is your modern gateway into the amazing wisdom of the early church fathers. We start by looking at Saint Antony and move through his life and the practices and wisdom that were most transformative for him. Join hosts Ben Petersen, Jason Smith, and Ben Clarke as we follow the fathers of the faith and let them be our mentors on our own journeys as disciples of Jesus.
Episodes
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Ep 19 - Thomas Aquinas: Summa Theologiae - Quaestion 1, Articuli 4-5
In this episode, we continue our journey through Thomas Aquinas’s Summa Theologiae, turning to Question 1, Articles 4–5. Aquinas asks two important questions about sacred doctrine: Is sacred doctrine a practical science or a speculative one? And is it nobler than the other sciences? We discuss...
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Ep 18 - Thomas Aquinas: Summa Theologiae - Quaestio 1, Articuli 2-3
In this episode, we continue our discussion of Thomas Aquinas's Summa Theologiae, beginning with Question 1, On Sacred Doctrine. We focus especially on Articles 2 and 3, where Aquinas asks whether sacred doctrine is truly a science and whether it is a single, unified science.
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Ep 17 - Thomas Aquinas: Summa Theologiae - Quaestio 1, Articulus 1
In the opening article of the Summa Theologiae, Thomas Aquinas asks a foundational question: is sacred doctrine necessary? Why do we need theology if human reason can discover truth about God? What exactly is sacred doctrine? In this episode, we begin our journey through Aquinas's Summa…
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Ep 16 - Confessions by St. Augustine Book VIII - Part 2
In this episode, we continue our journey through St. Augustine’s Confessions, exploring the profound story of his conversion and the transformation of his heart. Beginning with the conversion of the Roman philosopher Victorinus, we discuss Augustine’s own struggle with divided desires, his...
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Ep 15 - Confessions by St. Augustine Book VIII - Part 1
In this episode, we continue our journey through Augustine's Confessions by exploring Book VIII, sections 1-4, and the remarkable conversion story of Victorinus. Once a celebrated rhetorician and defender of paganism, Victorinus's embrace of the Christian faith became a powerful testimony to the...
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Ep 14 - Confessions by St. Augustine Book VII
In this episode, we turn to Book VII of Augustine's Confessions-the moment where Augustine's mind begins to catch up to the truth his heart has been resisting. After years of wrestling with Manichaeism, materialist assumptions about God, and false images of evil, Augustine encounters the insights...
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Ep 13 - Confessions by St. Augustine Book VI
In this episode, we dive into Book VI of Augustine's Confessions, where the struggle between spiritual longing and worldly ambition comes into sharp focus. Joined by friends, we explore Augustine's complex relationships. We talk about his philosophical influences shaping his thoughts, his...
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Ep 12 - Confessions by St. Augustine Book IV-V
In this episode, we explore Books 4 and 5 of Augustine's Confessions, where grief, ambition, and the slow unraveling of false belief begin to prepare Augustine for a deeper encounter with truth. Join us as we reflect on disordered love, the pain of loss, and the quiet, persistent work of God in…
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Ep 11 - An Interview with Garrett Berk
In this episode, I sit down with Garrett Berk to explore a paper that he wrote on Augustine and the Pelagian controversy. Together, we delve into the historical backdrop of this pivotal conflict in the early church, examining how Augustine responded to the challenges posed by Pelagius and his...
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Ep 10 - Confessions by St. Augustine Book III
In this episode of Following the Fathers, we dive into Book III of Augustine's Confessions, where Augustine begins his studies in Carthage and finds himself pulled deeper into worldly desires and philosophical questions. This chapter captures his inner turmoil as he seeks truth but becomes...
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Ep 9 - Confessions by St. Augustine Book II
In this episode of Following the Fathers, we dive into Book II of the Confessions by St. Augustine. In this Book, Augustine reflects on the reckless passions of his youth. We explore his famous account of stealing pears-not out of need, but for the pure love of wrongdoing-and what this moment...
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Ep 8 - Confessions by St. Augustine Book I
In this episode of Following the Fathers, we dive into Book I of the Confessions by St. Augustine. We explore Augustine's reflections on his early childhood, his understanding of God, and his deep longing for truth-even from a young age. How does Augustine's story help us think about sin, grace,...
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Ep 7 - A Christian View of History with Dr. Gary Ferngren - Part 2
Summary: In this conversation, Dr. Gary Ferngren discusses the Christian view of history, providence, suffering, and the power of prayer. He emphasizes that God is in control of history and that suffering can be used by God to shape and transform us. Dr. Ferngren also highlights the importance of...
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Ep 6 - A Christian View of History with Dr. Gary Ferngren - Part 1
Summary: In this episode of Following the Fathers, the hosts interview Dr. Gary Ferngren about a Christian view of history. They discuss the origins of history, the role of providence, and the Christian perspective on historical events. They also explore the views of Augustine and the differences...
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Ep 5 - The Didache
Summary: This conversation discusses the Didache, an ancient Christian manual on morals and church practice. It explores the origins of the Didache and its significance in early church theology and practice. The conversation focuses on the two ways of life and death, instructions on baptism,...
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Ep 4 - An Interview with Dr. Donald Fairbairn
In this episode Ben Petersen interviews Dr. Donald Fairbairn, an expert on early church history and the Robert E. Cooley Professor of Early Christianity at Gordon Conwell Seminary. They discuss the origins of his interest in early Christianity, the rise of monasticism, and the relationship…
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Ep 3 - Antony of the Desert: Endings
Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the life of St. Anthony by Athanasius. They explore the themes of humility, the importance of solitude, and overcoming the evil one. They emphasize the need for Christians to cultivate humility and guard against pride. They also discuss the practice of...
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Ep 2 - Antony of the Desert: Spiritual Warfare
This episode of Following the Fathers explores the life of St. Anthony as written by Athanasius. The conversation delves into topics such as spiritual warfare, the significance of the sign of the cross, and the importance of solitude and silence in the Christian life. The episode emphasizes the...
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Ep 1 - Antony of the Desert: Beginnings
Welcome to Following the Fathers, your gateway into the captivating world of early church history. In our debut episode, we embark on a journey through the life of one of Christianity's most revered figures: Saint Antony. Join host Ben Petersen as we unravel the remarkable story of Antony's…
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Following the Fathers is your modern gateway into the amazing wisdom of the early church fathers. We start by looking at Saint Antony and move through his life and the practices and wisdom that were most transformative for him. Join hosts Ben Petersen, Jason Smith, and Ben Clarke as we follow the fathers of the faith and let them be our mentors on our own journeys as disciples of Jesus.
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