The Fruit of Doug Wilson’s Pen…
Written by Jon Moffitt This week, a valuable discussion took place between Chris Gordon and Doug Wilson on @agradeo1. (Full video and comments can be found here: Link). Within the first 24 hours of the video being live, there were over 1,000 comments, many of which were pointedly critical of Chris Gordon, and at […]
Hope for the Weary
“Tetelistai” You Can’t Add To Perfection
By Pastor Jon Moffitt
Theonomy: A Reformed Baptist Response
“Tetelistai” You Can’t Add To Perfection
By Pastor Jon Moffitt
Is the Whole Bible Really About Jesus?
Is the whole Bible really about Jesus? Here at Theocast, we believe that it is. Jon and Justin consider the pattern of Jesus and the apostles with regard to how they understood the Bible. The guys consider typology and how it is useful in understanding the Scriptures–and biblicism and how it is not helpful.
Strong Disciples Only?
People often get the impression that being a disciple of Jesus is only for the strong. When it comes to discipleship, there is no room for fear or doubt. Is that the presentation of the gospel writers? Is that what we see in the New Testament epistles? Are followers of Jesus ever afraid? Do they doubt? Jon and Justin consider these things.
What is Repentance?
If you look around in the church or on Christian social media, there seems to be a lot of confusion about repentance. What exactly is it, biblically? In this episode, Jon and Justin talk about repentance from various places in Scripture. And they consider repentance at conversion and the ongoing repentance that characterizes the Christian life.
Prodigal, God Still Has You
Can Christians sin to the point that there is no mercy left? Is it normal for Christians to struggle with sin–even heinous or intentional sins? When Christians sin badly and for a long time, do we fall from God’s favor? Is there any comfort for the struggler? Jon and Justin consider all of this and more in today’s episode.
There Is No Christ in Your Genesis, Sir
Is there any Christ in your Genesis? The book of Genesis is often mishandled. Peripheral things are over-emphasized and the main point is lost. Jon and Justin talk about Genesis from a redemptive-historical, covenantal, and Christ-centered perspective.
Self + Righteousness = Rubbish
Let’s be real, self-righteousness is a problem in the church. When we are self-righteous, it is very dangerous for others–and it is detrimental for ourselves. Jon and Justin talk about the blindness of self-righteousness, the harm that comes from it, and, of course, the sufficiency of Christ.
MEMBERS: What Is-and Is Not-the Gospel? (Transcript)
The guys give advice to those who are stuck in a pietistic context.
Is Christ-Centered Preaching Dangerous? (Transcript)
There are a number of things discussed in the church as though they are part of the gospel–things like faith, repentance, obedience, and surrendering all to Jesus. But are these things the gospel? The guys have that conversation.
MEMBERS: Are Spiritual Disciplines Biblical? (Transcript)
The guys have a lively conversation about how spiritual disciplines are highly individualized–and how the corporate realities of life in the church are what matter.
Are Spiritual Disciplines Biblical? (Transcript)
Spiritual disciplines are a big deal in our modern church context. Where did they come from? Are they biblical? How is it that we are sustained and grown in the Christian life? Jon and Justin consider all these things.
MEMBERS: Did It Matter How Jesus Died? (Transcript)
Jon and Justin consider why we would interpret the Bible in any other way than a redemptive-historical fashion with Jesus at the center.
MEMBERS: Dazed and Confused: Does 2 Peter 1:1-12 Teach Pietism? (Transcript)
Members Podcast: Jon and Justin talk pastorally and personally about the fallout of evangelical confusion over justification and sanctification.
MEMBERS: Assurance (Transcript)
The guys continue the conversation on assurance by considering good works, the ongoing struggle with sin, and the work of Christ.
Assurance (Transcript)
So many of the questions we get at Theocast come down to the issue of assurance. How do we know we will be finally saved? How is it that we have peace before God- now and in the future? We talk personally of our own experiences, make some observations about evangelicalism, and then point people to Christ and his sufficiency
How acceptable are our good works?
How acceptable are our good works? We all have bad days, but on our best days what does the Father think of our obedience? Is He only concerned with sincerity of heart? Does He approve of those who give their best effort? The answer: Scripture tells us that our best attempts at holiness are so […]