Theology Thursday LIVE
by john c black
Reformed podcast dealing with various theological topics. Sit back, grab a drink, or the steering wheel, or just turn up the volume while you're doing your thing wherever you are and let's see what we can learn about the one true God.
Episodes
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Theology Thursday LIVE Hermeneutics (8) "How to Read the Bible"
In this episode we look at the proper way to read the Bible. Hermeneutics is the study of biblical interpretation, and surely that is a necessary part of properly reading the Bible, but there is also a heart attitude. The acronym for this talk is WELCOME. Worship, Listen, Context, Meditate, Explain.
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Theology Thursday LIVE: Hermeneutics (7) "Biblical Languages"
In this episode we take an introductory look at how a person who does not know Biblical languages is able to benefit from many the tools which are available.
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Theology Thursday LIVE: Hermeneutics 6 "Parallelism"
It's not as boring as it sounds. As a matter of fact, it is one of the most useful (and fun!) Methods of interpreting old testament poetry.
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Theology Thursday LIVE: Hermeneutics 5: "Grammatico-Historical Interpretation"
In this episode we look at what is called the grammatico-historical method of interpretation. It is something you will run across when reading certain Christian literature. This episode will give you a very brief description of what it is, so that you can better understand what those authors are...
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Theology Thursday LIVE: Hermeneutics 4: Literal Interpretation
GeTMA: Genre, Type of Speech, Meaning, Application. The Bible is to be interpreted "literally" (according to the letters), in other words, it is to be interpreted as literature. Poetry as poetry, history as history, etc. Then we must recognize hyperbole, parable, etc. Finally we look at the...
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Theology Thursday LIVE: Hermeneutics III "The Infallible Rule of Biblical Interpretation"
"The Infallible Rule of Biblical Interpretation" Sometimes called the "Analogy of Faith". God is His own interpreter. Scripture interprets scripture. VITA. Verbal Inspiration, Truth, All-knowing (Omniscient author).
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Theology Thursday LIVE: Hermeneutics II "Perspicuity" (The Understandability of Scripture) R.U.L.E.
The Bible is God's Revelation, therefore it is Understandable. We have to Love it to understand it. We need to Explain it to others (or Evangelize or Encourage).
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Theology Thursday LIVE: Hermeneutics 1; Why Proper Interpretation is so Important
this episode I give three reasons why proper biblical interpretation is so important. Remember GAP. God's Authorship, Authority, Power. Because God is the author of scripture, it has authority and power in the life of the believer.
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Theology Thursday LIVE: "The Nativity"
A talk on how we should approach this cultural moment known as "Christmas".
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Theology Thursday LIVE: Ethics (9) Truth (3) "Speaking the Truth"
In this episode we look at what it means to speak the truth.
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Theology Thursday LIVE: Ethics (8) "Truth, pt. 2 (Epistemology)"
How do we know true truth? This episode we define truth as "that which corresponds to reality." How do we recognize reality? We explore this question in this episode. We all recognize reality by faith.
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Theology Thursday LIVE: Ethics (7) Truth, pt. 1
In this episode we begin looking at the concept of "truth". In this introductory message, I talk about the need to speak the truth and the need to know when to hold your tongue.
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Theology Thursday LIVE: Ethics (6) *Love, Law, and Trust"
In this episode we look at the relationship between love and obedience as well as the role of trust in our work with God.
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#133 Ethics (5) "Neighboring"
In this episode we explore Jesus' concept of not just deciding who our neighbors are but rather how can we be a neighbor to others
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#132 Ethics (4) Ethics and Morality
In this episode we look at the difference between ethics and morality as well as their connection. Of course we look at this with an emphasis on Christian ethics which is based on Christian morality.
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#131 Ethics (3) Sin (Original & Actual)
In this episode we look at the doctrine of original sin. Original sin being sent inherited from Adam, and actual sin being those sins which flow from that inherited sinful nature. What do we do about it? That's the gospel.
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#130 Ethics (2) Law and Grace
This episode talks about Christian ethical behavior and how the difference between law and grace affects this. Also, if we are under grace, why follow the law?
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#129 Ethics (1) The Golden Rule
This podcast is the fist of a series Christian ethics. We begin with what is known as. "The Golden Rule": "do unto to others what you would have them do unto to you." We are not saved by the law, but we are given the Spirit of Christ when we are saved. We are told to follow in his steps. Today's...
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#128 The Atonement (3) - Limited Atonement
In this episode we look at limited atonement. A better name for this doctrine would be particular redemption. This doctrine addresses the idea, "for whom did Christ die?", for "the elect" only of for everyone who ever lives?
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#127 The Atonement (2) - Its Necessity
In this episode we look at the necessity of the atonement. The atonement the only method available to God to secure our redemption? Could we be saved without an atonement?
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#126 The Atonement (pt. 1)
This week we begin looking at the doctrine of the Atonement. This episode is an introduction to that study.
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#125 The 70th Week of Daniel & The Battle of Armeggedon
In this episode we look at, as the title proclaims, the 70th week of Daniel in the Battle of Armageddon. This is the final installment of our eschatological meanderings. The 70th week of Daniel is a prophetic vision of the coming of Christ. Why would it not be? The Battle of Armageddon, since it…
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#124 Post-Millennialism
We continue our discussion on the various views on the Millennium.
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#123 The Millennium
In this episode we continue our discussion of eschatology (study of the end times), with an introduction to the Millennium.
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#122 The Rapture & Dispensationalism (pt3). A comparison to Covenant Theology.
Is the title explains, we continue our discussion of dispensationalism focusing on the Rapture and comparing dispensationalism to covenant theology.
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#121 The Rapture (pt. 2) and Dispensationalism.
Further inquiry into the rapture has led us smack into dispensationalism (oh my!). Join in as we explore this fascinating and divisive topic.
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#120 The Rapture pt. 1 (The Great Christian Rupture)
Part 1 of a look at the doctrine popularly known as the Rapture. Is it biblical? Does anyone care? Is it just assumed that is biblical and read into the text? Is it just assumed that it's biblical and we leave it at that?
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#119 Is it the End of the World?
Many people are asking, "Is this the end of the world?" Let's explore that question biblically.
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#118 666: The Mark of the Beast
In this episode I discuss who the Beast of Revelation is and what the mark of the beast is. I'm doing exegetical reading from Vern Poythress' commentary on the book of the Revelation, "The Returning King ".
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#117 Can Psalm 91 Save us from COVID-19?
In this episode we address the use of Psalm 91 by many Christians who are saying that the proper interpretation and application of the psalm will protect believers from getting sick.
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#116 Repentance: Some Ways to Think About Sin
Continued look at Puritan writer, Thomas Watson's book, "The Doctrine of Repentance". We examine 6 different ways to look at (think about) sin, to see the "sinfulness of sin". 1) Every sin is a recession from God (a pulling away from). 2) Sin is a walking contrary to God. 3) Sin is an injury to...
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#115 Repentance (The Other Side of the Gospel) and Its Impediments
As we preach a Gospel of love and hope, we need to also be aware that there is wrath being stored up for the non-believer. So how are we to give an answer for the hope that's within us while also lovingly explaining the necessity of repentance. In this episode we continue our examination of the...
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#114 Prayer, Providence, and Peace
A little longer today. I am addressing the current cultural moment of awaiting for Hurricane Corona. How we are to demonstrate the Peace of God from the Prince of Peace. 1. God is in control. (The Providence of God) 2. Speaking Peace 3. Functional Gods
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#113 Weaknesses of the American Church
The weakness of the American church is manifold: 1) uncoverted pastors leading unconverted people 2) the biblical illiteracy of Christians 3) the idolatry of children (loving and worshiping our children more than we love Christ). 4) the worship of material things and as always seeing "prosperity"...
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#112 Repentance: Do I Have It? The Comfort of Those Who Do
We continue looking at Puritan writer Thomas Watson's book The Doctrine of Repentance. In this episode we look at tests to see if your repentance is actual godly repentance and the comforts for those who are truly repentant before God.
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#111 Repentance: Exhortations to Speedy Repentance
We continue looking at Puritan writer Thomas Watson's book The Doctrine of Repentance. In this episode we look at reasons for a person not to delay his repentance.
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#110 Repentance: Powerful Motives to Repentance
Continuing to work through puritan Thomas Watson's book, The Doctrine of Repentance. #7 An inlet to spiritual blessings; #8 Ushers in spiritual blessings; #9 Staves off judgment from a land; #10 Makes joy in heaven; #11 How dear our sins cost Christ; #12 The end (purpose) of all afflictions which...
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#109 Repentance: Powerful Motives to Repentance
Continuing to work through the Puritan Thomas Watson's work, The Doctrine of Repentance, breaking it down to be understandable to the modern audience. . On today's episode we look at six of his twelve powerful motives to repentance. #1 It fits us for holy duty. #2 It is highly acceptable to God.…
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#108 Repentance: It is an Ongoing Necessity for Christians
We continue a discussion of puritan Thomas Watson's book, The Doctrine of Repentance. This episode discusses the doctrine of ongoing repentance in the life of a believer.
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#107 Repentance: Its Necessity for All People: Civil People & Hypocrites
We continue our look at the Puritan Thomas Watson's book, The Doctrine of Repentance. This episode explores Watson's idea that both supposedly moral people and hypocrites need repentance.
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#106 “Repentance: Its Necessity for All People”
We continue our exploration of the Puritan Paperback classic The Doctrine of Repentance by Thomas Watson first published in 1668. This episode explores the need for those in authority to repent as well as the need for national repentance.
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Reformed podcast dealing with various theological topics. Sit back, grab a drink, or the steering wheel, or just turn up the volume while you're doing your thing wherever you are and let's see what we can learn about the one true God.
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