Covenant Theology VS Dispensationalism

What are the major differences between covenant theology and dispensationalism? That’s a question we get a lot. Jon and Justin sit down to discuss the differences under three main headings: Christ in all of Scripture, law/gospel distinction, and the covenant of works (active obedience of Christ).

How to Prepare for Parenting

In this segment, Jon and Judith Moffitt delve into chapter one, titled “The Game Plan: Let’s Get Ready.” While discipline may sometimes carry a negative connotation, it is not portrayed that way in the Bible. The biblical perspective emphasizes that discipline should stem from a place of love rather than being perceived as punitive. Furthermore, it is not a choice but a responsibility for all parents. How should we tackle this aspect? We trust that contemplating your connection with your heavenly father and your role as a parent will be encouraging.

The Power of the Gospel (w/ Chris Gordon)

Paul declares to the church, “I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God.” He urges us not to feel ashamed because the gospel embodies a power that transcends our universe – God’s power. This concept often perplexes modern Christians. How can mere words encapsulate God’s power? This episode delves into this question, exploring how we can embrace the gospel’s benefits. Essentially, Paul emphasizes that while the world may ridicule it, Christians recognize the gospel as God’s power for their lives.

Discipline in Light of the Gospel

In contemporary culture, the term “discipline” carries a negative connotation, yet the Bible portrays it as an expression of our heavenly father’s love. We frequently misconstrue discipline as mere punishment. Regrettably, the gospel seems largely overlooked in our approach to raising children through disciplined means. In their series, Jon and Judith Moffitt will delve into “For the Love of Discipline: When the Gospel Meets Tantrums and Time-Outs,” offering further insights and biblical perspectives on parenting and discipline. Tune in as they present an episode for each chapter, and don’t forget to grab a copy of the book!

How to Feel Christ’s Love

Here is the reality for Christians: the one we love the most is the one we’ve never seen. There are times we have a hard time comprehending what God is like. We have a hard time feeling his love for us. And so, God can feel distant from us. It is hard for us to feel safe approaching him. Jon and Justin talk about our relationships with Jesus, his love for us, how he is with his people, seeing him in the Word of God and more in today’s episode.

He Gets Us

Many of you watched the Super Bowl and saw the “He Gets Us” ad. Many of you are aware of the controversy surrounding Alistair Begg in recent weeks. There is a lot of concern amongst Christians about wokeness and liberalism and condoning sin. In today’s episode, Jon and Justin have a conversation about our call to love others–even those outside the church. Does showing compassion to an unbeliever who is engaging in sin mean we are condoning that sin? What does it mean to be salt and light and the aroma of Christ? What about speaking the truth of the law? What about sharing the gospel?

Be Honest… Are You Scared of Jesus Coming Back? (w/ Chris Gordon)

Are you afraid of the second coming of Jesus? You might have been taught a fearful eschatology. The book of Revelation should not be a scary thing for the Christian. Instead, we should find ourselves encouraged and our hope strengthened by our study of it. Join Jon and Justin in a conversation with Rev. Chris Gordon from Abounding Grace Radio in this podcast from the January 2024 Theocast/AG Radio Conference, “Suffering & The Hope of Christ’s Return.”

Why Doctrine Can Feel Cold

Do you ever feel like you know a lot about Jesus–but you can’t remember the last time you felt that he loves you? Has doctrine ever felt cold to you? Have you ever been tempted to pit doctrine and experience against each other? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, today’s podcast is for you. Jon and Justin have a conversation about Jesus and his love for us. The guys make an effort to pull us into God’s story of redemption and into the way Christ loves us.

The Burden of Bible Reading

For many people, reading the Bible can feel like a burden. It seems that the whole conversation around Bible reading is riddled with guilt and shame. It shouldn’t be that way. It is good that we would know and love the Word of God! It is important that we, as Christians, be regularly engaging with the Word. That said, there are a number of ways that we can do that. Jon and Justin consider how we are called to know, love, and obey the Word in today’s episode.

Satan, Did You Know?

Every year around Christmastime, Christians love to argue about the song “Mary, Did You Know?” That’s another conversation for another day. (Mary did know some things, but she didn’t know everything.) A more significant question is, “Satan, did you know?” Did you know that Christ was bruising your head at the cross? How much did Satan know of the gospel? Jon and Justin talk about the victory of Christ over Satan in today’s episode.

Law, Gospel, and Sanctification (w/ The Baptist Broadcast)

When you assess your life and your sanctification, do you conclude that there’s no way you could be God’s child? If so, it is possible that the categories of the law and the gospel have not been clearly explained for you. In today’s episode, Jon and Justin have a conversation with Josh Sommer (host of The Baptist Broadcast) about the law/gospel distinction and sanctification.

How to Repent of Sin

Perfect love casts our fear. And certainly, the love of God for us is perfect. Yet, fear reigns often–in our hearts before God and even in our relationships with others in the church. Here’s the thing, fear is actually a hindrance to repentance. Are you having a hard time repenting? The answer is not fear and dread. The answer is to lean into the love of God for us. United to Christ, trusting his righteousness, we walk by the Spirit. And there is freedom unto repentance.

How to Lose Friends and Alienate People!

Happy New Year from us here at Theocast! We assume that you might’ve had some difficult conversations over the holidays about Jesus or about matters of theology and the Christian life. In light of that, how should we approach disagreement–amongst our family and friends, or even in our churches? (Hint: patience, gentleness, and love are generally useful.)

How Then Shall We Live?

It matters how we live as Christians. In light of Jesus–because he has saved us and because he loves us–how do we live our lives? What is our purpose? What is our mission? Why do we pursue obedience and holiness? Does God have a plan for our lives? Jon and Justin talk about all of this in today’s episode. We hope it encourages and motivates you to live for the sake of the kingdom of Christ.

The Dark Side of Christmas

Christmas isn’t always the happiest time of year for everyone. Some grieve each year as December shows up on their calendar. How should we, as Christians, view this holiday when we suffer? How do we find joy when there seems to be nothing to celebrate? Jon provides the hope of the gospel for those who are struggling. Joy can be found, but it may not be in presents or hallmark endings but in the love of Christ.

Concerns About Obedience?

Many people raise sincere, well-intentioned concerns toward us here at Theocast–and toward other confessional Reformed believers–that perhaps we don’t talk enough about obedience. Or that there isn’t enough application of Scripture being done, as it pertains to our personal conduct and holiness. How would Jon and Justin respond to these concerns? The guys have that conversation in today’s episode.

Don’t Quit Yet!

Jon picks up where he left off last week, “Feel like quitting?” He walks the listener through the hope of the Gospel and how it fuels our lives in the Kingdom. Life is not about what we can see and feel but what is true and in our future. How does the Kingdom bring us true joy and hope?

Train Wrecks Welcomed

Fairly regularly, we see posts or correspondence discouraging people from listening to Theocast because this podcast attracts those whose lives are shipwrecked. From our perspective, we are happy to receive such a compliment. Jesus came to seek and save the lost. He came to save sinners. He came for the weak and frail. He came for those who were weighed down by guilt and shame. This is the gospel. And, here’s the thing: it is anything but the celebration and condoning of sin.

Feel Like Quitting?

Have you hit the point where nothing in life seems to matter anymore? Even faith seems pointless. Every day seems worse than the day before. In this episode, Jon speaks on how easy it is for all Christians to fall into this trap and how it happens. What hope is there for us? How does the Kingdom of Christ help us through these times?

The Meat of the Word IS NOT About Your Obedience

If you think the “meat of the word” is about our obedience and what we do, this episode is for you. Jon and Justin explain how holiness and obedience is a fruit of our growth in Christ–but how to eat the meat of the word is to grow in our understanding of the gospel of Christ, our union with Christ, the mystery of Christ, and even of the local church.