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Theology on the Go
by Jonathan Master
Theology on the Go is a brief conversation on eternal truths. It features Jonathan Master — seminary president and author — and James Dolezal — author and university professor. Each bi-weekly discussion features a key biblical doctrine in both a thoughtful and accessible way, proving the relevance of theology for Christians every day!
Episodes
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The Preacher and the Teacher with Sinclair Ferguson
From our audio archives: Sinclair Ferguson is associate minister at Saint Peter’s Church in Dundee, Scotland. He’s a long-time professor of theology, a former member of the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals council, and author of numerous works, including Some Pastors and Teachers, which is the...
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Heaven on Earth with Derek Thomas
From our audio archives: What do we think when we think about heaven? Is heaven our eternal home? Derek Thomas joins us for conversation about the delightful topic of heaven and the new earth. He’s currently the senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Columbia, SC. In this encouraging...
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The Tools You Need from ABC to PhD with James & Jonathan
From our audio archives: Last time, our hosts discussed why one must study theology. Now Jonathan and James give practical tools to do just that in the form of book recommendations. These will encourage us to see the importance of the doctrine of God. They will also teach us something about...
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Why Study Theology? with James & Jonathan
From our audio archives: Theology on the Go starts the new year with an exciting announcement. Jonathan Master is pleased to introduce his new regular co-host Dr. James Dolezal. James is not only Jonathan’s friend but also a colleague at Cairn University where he teaches trinitarian theology,...
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Ezra-Nehemiah...At Last! with Gary Schnittjer
In this episode of Theology on the Go, hosts Jonathan and James sit down with their friend and frequent guest, Gary Schnittjer, Distinguished Professor of Old Testament at Cairn University. Today they discuss Gary’s forthcoming commentary on Ezra and Nehemiah which has been many years in the...
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What is Chalcedonian Christology?
If you enjoy thinking deeply about Christian theology, today’s episode is for you! Jonathan and James discuss the historic Council of Chalcedon, an ecumenical gathering convened for the principal purpose of reasserting the teachings of the ecumenical Council of Ephesus against the teachings of...
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Scripture Guiding the Study of Scripture
He’s back! Jonathan and James are once again joined by their good friend, Gary Schnittjer, a distinguished professor of Old Testament at Cairn University, to discuss his latest book, Connected: How Scripture Guides the Study of Scripture. In this work, Gary focuses on the importance of...
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A Special Update from Theology on the Go
You may have heard that our dear friend and colleague James Dolezal was recently struck by a car and suffered very serious injuries. He remains in the hospital and is receiving excellent medical care, but his condition is grave. Before the accident, James and Jonathan had recorded several...
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Pilgrim's Progress, Part 12
The three J’s – Jonathan, James, and Jeff – continue their exploration of John Bunyan's classic, Pilgrim's Progress, exploring the themes of flattery, ignorance, and the challenges faced by Pilgrims on their journey to the Celestial City. The hosts discuss the dangers of being led astray by...
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Reformed Confessionalism
Reformed Churches describe themselves as confessional, but what does that mean, and what does it matter? Blair Smith, president of the Charlotte campus of Reformed Theological Seminary, sits down with James and Jonathan today to answer these questions based on his new book, Reformed...
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The Desecration of Man
Jonathan and James are pleased to sit down with their friend and fellow Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals podcast host Carl Trueman, professor of Biblical and Theological Studies at Grove City College, to discuss his latest book, The Desecration of Man: How the Rejection of God Degrades Our...
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Duties of Church Members
Christians often think about the responsibilities of pastors to their flocks, but today James and Jonathan flip the script and consider the responsibilities of church members toward their pastors. Drawing insights from the works of John Owen, our hosts explore the biblical mandates for honoring,...
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The Scandal of Church Division
Never should anyone run faster to deal with division in Church than someone would run to put out a fire in a house. – Matthew Vogan Jonathan and James engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Matthew Vogan, editor of the book The Scandal of Church Divisions: Healing the Wounds of Schism by...
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Pilgrim's Progress, Part 11
The dynamic trio continues their exploration of John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress, focusing on the characters Ignorance and Little Faith. Join Jonathan, James, and Jeff Stivason as they unpack the complexities of faith and ignorance in the Christian journey. Discover how Ignorance, despite his...
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Declaring Our Faith
In this episode of Theology on the Go, Jonathan and James welcome back John Fesco, Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary, to discuss the upcoming Philadelphia Conference on Reformed Theology, Declaring Our Faith: Confessions in a Modern Age, at which…
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Personal Devotions
Personal devotions is a practice that is a kind of consecrated time, a setting apart of your heart's attention and focus. – James Dolezal Jonathan and James spend some time considering the significance of personal devotions and private worship in the Christian life. They explore the importance of...
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Why Me? The Problem of Evil and Suffering
Jonathan and James welcome Gabe Fluhrer, the senior minister of First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to discuss Gabe’s latest book, Why Do I Personally Experience Evil and Suffering?, a deeply practical guide for anyone wrestling with depression, anxiety, chronic illness, abuse,...
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Voices of the Sages
Jonathan and James sit down with award-winning teacher and Old Testament scholar Brian Toews to discuss his insightful book, Voices of the Sages: Old Testament Wisdom in Dialogue. Voices of the Sages delves into biblical wisdom by exploring Old Testament wisdom texts within the Hebrew Bible's...
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The Pilgrim's Progress, Part 10
Jonathan, James, and their trusty companion, Jeff Stivason, continue their conversation about John Bunyan's classic work, The Pilgrim's Progress. Episode 10 focuses on Doubting Castle and the Delectable Mountains, unpacking the significance of these allegorical locations and their relation to the...
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Applying the Benefits of Grace
Jonathan and James welcome back Todd Rester, associate professor of Church History at Westminster Theological Seminary, to discuss the profound themes of assurance, faith, and the application of redemption as presented in Volume Five of Petrus van Maastricht's Theoretical Practical Theology. The...
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Free Will in Glory?
The guys are switching things up today, with Jonathan interviewing James about the profound topic of free will in glory. They explore the nuances of free will as defined in the confessions, discussing how glorified saints in heaven experience a unique form of freedom. In the state of glory, your...
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Hosannas Forever!
“Music transports us to the heavenly. It moves our souls and puts courage in our bones.” On this episode of Theology on the Go, Jonathan and James engage in a heartfelt conversation with David and Barbara Lehman, authors of Hosannas Forever: Hymns of Heaven and Our Pilgrimage. In Hosannas…
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The Pilgrim's Progress, Part 9
Back by popular demand, Jonathan and James continue their exploration of John Bunyan's classic, The Pilgrim's Progress, with expert Jeff Stivason. They delve into the harrowing encounter with Giant Despair, discussing themes of depression, guilt, and the importance of fellowship in overcoming...
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The Book of Numbers...Revisited
We left our listeners on a cliffhanger at the end of Numbers 19. – Jonathan Master But never fear, Jonathan and James are pleased to welcome Michael Morales back to the podcast to continue where he left off when he was a guest late last year. A professor of Biblical Studies at Greenville...
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Christ of the Consummation
Jonathan and James are joined by noted theologian O. Palmer Robertson, founder of Consummation Ministries. They delve into his monumental work, Christ of the Consummation, a three-volume series in which he explores progressive revelation across the redemptive history of the New Testament. Today's...
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One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church
Today, James and Jonathan talk with Guy Waters, the James M. Baird Jr. Professor of New Testament and academic dean at Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi, and author of One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church: The Biblical Doctrine of the Church. Guy’s latest book provides a...
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The Pilgrim's Progress, Part 8
Jonathan, James, and regular guest, Jeff Stivason, continue their discussion of John Bunyan’s classic allegory, The Pilgrim’s Progress, delving into the themes of true versus false contentment. Today, Christian and Hopeful arrive at a strange monument, before having a period of rest along a...
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The Little-Known Girolamo Zanchi
James and Jonathan welcome Patrick O'Banion back to Theology on the Go to discuss Girolamo Zanchi, a pivotal yet often overlooked figure who made significant contributions to Reformation theology. In particular, they focus on Zanchi's book, Confession of the Christian Religion, which Patrick...
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The Lord Our Righteousness
In his days Judah will be saved, and Israel will dwell securely. And this is the name by which he will be called: 'The LORD is our righteousness.' – Jeremiah 23:6 Jonathan and James sit down for a one-on-one discussion today to discuss the life and work of Puritan author Obadiah Grew…
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Loving the Law
Jonathan and James sit down with Steven Spinnenweber today, the senior minister of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville, Florida, about his new book, Loving the Law: The Law of God in the Life of the Believer. Stephen offers a fresh, engaging exploration of the Ten Commandments and…
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1700th Anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea
On today’s episode of Theology on the Go, Jonathan and James explore the pivotal Council of Nicaea, held in 325 A.D, when the Nicene Creed was written which has shaped the church for centuries. What were the heretical teachings that led to this significant council, and why was the development of…
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The Pilgrim's Progress, Part 7
The Pilgrim's Progress book club continues today as Jonathan, James, and Jeff Stivason continue their exploration of Bunyan's classic work. This week, Christian and Hopeful leave Vanity Fair and encounter a new character on their journey, known as By-Ends. The discussion delves into the...
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Why Should We Care About the Puritans?
In this episode, James and Jonathan engage in a thought-provoking discussion about Puritanism with Steven Yuille, the director of Puritan Publishing at Reformation Heritage Books and a professor of church history. Today, many people consider the Puritans to be a serious, joyless, dutiful group of...
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On Classical Trinitarianism
Today, Jonathan and James engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Matthew Barrett, a professor of Christian theology and editor of the recently released book On Classical Trinitarianism: Retrieving the Nicene Doctrine of the Triune God. Motivated by the longstanding need to retrieve the...
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Don't Know Much About Philosophy
Wherever the Christian should find truth, understand that wherever he may find it, it is his Lord's. – Saint Augustine In this episode of Theology on the Go, Jonathan and James engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the significance of philosophy for Christians. Delving into the...
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The Pilgrim's Progress, Part 6
In this episode, Jonathan, James and regular guest, Jeff Stivason, continue their exploration of John Bunyan's classic, The Pilgrim's Progress, focusing on the pivotal setting of Vanity Fair which represents the world's temptations and worldly pleasures that can distract pilgrims from their...
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Light Unapproachable
Jonathan and James welcome Ronnie Kurtz, assistant professor of theology at Cedarville University, to discuss his recent book, Light Unapproachable: Divine Incomprehensibility and the Task of Theology. Together, they delve into the concept of divine incomprehensibility—what it means to know God…
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Resist Tyrants, Obey God
When considering the Reformation, men like Martin Luther and John Calvin come readily to mind, but few would put John Knox in the same category. And yet Jacob Tanner, author and pastor of Christ Keystone Church in Middleburg, Pennsylvania, argues that Knox's contributions are as valuable as...
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Suffering Matters
For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. – 2 Corinthians 4:17 Jonathan and James explore the profound topic of suffering and its essential role in spiritual growth in this episode of Theology on the Go. Drawing from Jonathan's...
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Plans for Holy War
Jonathan and James sit down with returning guest Chad Van Dixhoorn, a professor of church history and theology at Reformed Theological Seminary, to explore Puritan John Arrowsmith's significant work, Plans for Holy War, one of the most expansive treatments of spiritual warfare ever written. A new...
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You Must Be Born Again
Is the new birth still relevant? Join Jonathan and James as they answer this vital question, a central theme in Jonathan's latest book, You Must Be Born Again. They discuss the significance of regeneration, its biblical foundations, and the necessity for spiritual transformation in every…
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Christ in the Book of Job
James and Jonathan sit down with returning guest C.J. Williams, professor of Old Testament at Reformed Theology Seminary in Pittsburgh, PA, to discuss his new book, The Shadow of Christ in the Book of Job. In this accessible, insightful book, C.J. shows that Job's sufferings foreshadow the...
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The Pilgrim's Progress, Part 5
Part 5 of our ongoing book discussion series about the classic work by John Bunyan, The Pilgrim's Progress, is finally here! James, Jonathan, and Jeffrey Stivason, pastor of Grace Reformed Presbyterian Church and a professor at Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary, pick up where they left…
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Pastoral Theology, Part 3
Jonathan and James conclude their insightful 3-part series with Pastor David Chanski, delving into Albert Martin's third volume of Pastoral Theology - The Man of God: His Calling and Godly Life. This is the volume that Christ's church needs today because it addresses these matters of worship of…
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Pastoral Theology, Part 2
Jonathan and James continue their conversation with David Chanski about Albert Martin's profound three-volume work, Pastoral Theology - The Man of God: His Calling and Godly Life. They discuss Volume 2, which focuses on the essential duties of preaching and teaching, including sermon preparation...
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Pastoral Theology, Part 1
Jonathan and James are excited about today’s episode, the first in a series discussing Albert Martin’s monumental three-volume work on pastoral theology, aptly titled Pastoral Theology - The Man of God: His Calling and Godly Life. Albert Martin was one of the founding pastors of Trinity Baptist...
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What's So Important About Church Membership?
Jonathan and James explore the vital topic of church membership with guest, Jonathan Landry Cruse, pastor and author. Together, they discuss why church membership is not only a biblical principle but also a profound blessing for believers despite its imperfections. The person who is hurt the most...
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How Can I Find the Right Job?
"How can I pick the right job?" This question is of utmost concern for many young people. But according to William Boekestein, pastor of Emmanuel Fellowship Church, you don't need to choose a job that's "perfect for you." But you must be faithful and productive in ways that honor God in your work...
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The Pilgrim's Progress, Part 4
We are pleased to publish the fourth episode in our ongoing book discussion series about the classic work by John Bunyan, The Pilgrim’s Progress. James, Jonathan, and Jeffrey Stivason, pastor of Grace Reformed Presbyterian Church and a professor at Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary,...
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Crowned with Glory and Honor
Michael Wilkinson, an attorney and adjunct professor at Trinity Law School, joins Jonathan and James for an engaging discussion about his new book, Crowned with Glory and Honor: A Chalcedonian Anthropology. Michael’s primary assertion is that Jesus Christ is the definitive revelation of what it...
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Theology on the Go is a brief conversation on eternal truths. It features Jonathan Master — seminary president and author — and James Dolezal — author and university professor. Each bi-weekly discussion features a key biblical doctrine in both a thoughtful and accessible way, proving the relevance of theology for Christians every day!
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