Podcast Transcription
Read transcripts from selected Theocast conversations.
January 27, 2021
MEMBERS: What Is-and Is Not-the Gospel? (Transcript)
The guys give advice to those who are stuck in a pietistic context.
January 27, 2021
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.
January 20, 2021
MEMBERS: Is Christ-Centered Preaching Dangerous? (Transcript)
The guys give advice to those who are stuck in a pietistic context.
January 20, 2021
Is Christ-Centered Preaching Dangerous? (Transcript)
Jon and Justin discuss an article entitled, “4 Ways Bad Biblical Theology Warps Sermons.” Is Christ-centered, redemptive-historical preaching dangerous? Is it unhelpful? Does it produce bad things in the church? The guys talk about this—and more.
January 13, 2021
MEMBERS: Leaving Pietism (Transcript)
The guys give advice to those who are stuck in a pietistic context.
January 13, 2021
Leaving Pietism (Transcript)
At Theocast, we talk a lot about pietism. What is it? What is the difference in piety and pietism? How does pietism affect us? Is there something better? If you find yourself struggling in the Christian life, is there something wrong with you? The guys answer these questions and more.
January 6, 2021
MEMBERS: Did We Fail 2020? (Transcript)
The guys continue reflecting on 2020 and the faithfulness of God.
January 6, 2021
Did We Fail 2020? (Transcript)
2020 has been a difficult year. (Understatement.) Jon and Justin reflect on what they have learned, as well as the faithfulness of God.
December 21, 2020
The Implications of the Incarnation (Transcript)
We had the joy of recording with Chad Bird, Daniel Emery Price, and Erick Sorensen of the 1517.org ministry for a special Christmas podcast. Why is the incarnation of Jesus important? How does it bring us hope, joy, and peace? We hope this conversation is uplifting and encouraging.
December 16, 2020
MEMBERS: Christ Is Enough...Now What? (Transcript)
Jon and Justin have a spirited conversation about how the church has lost its focus and mission--and how that makes it difficult for people to find legitimate communion in Christ around the means of grace.
December 16, 2020
Christ Is Enough...Now What? (Transcript)
Many listeners are tracking with us that Christ is enough--that he has completely saved us. Many have come to see that pietism is unhelpful. But, now, you're wondering: What do I do now? If that's you, this podcast is for you.
December 10, 2020
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.
December 10, 2020
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.
December 2, 2020
MEMBERS: The Cravings of the Flesh (Transcript)
Jon and Justin discuss accountability and how it is often approached in the church.
December 2, 2020
The Cravings of the Flesh (Transcript)
Sin is far worse than we often think. The Bible teaches that we are all born with lusts, cravings, passions, and desires that are wrong. Jon and Justin talk about this robust understanding of sin and its implications.
November 25, 2020
MEMBERS: The Difference Between Sin and Struggle (Transcript)
Jon and Justin talk about preaching that leads to more despair and discouragement, rather than helping us in it.
November 25, 2020
The Difference Between Sin and Struggle (Transcript)
There is a difference between unrepentant sin and struggling as a fallen person in a fallen world. How should we understand our own struggle and the struggle of other believers? And what does this mean for life together in the church?
November 18, 2020
MEMBERS: Agree to Disagree (Transcript)
What about politics? Should Christians be debating what candidate or political party one should vote for?
November 18, 2020
Agree to Disagree (Transcript)
Jon and Jimmy discuss where should we draw lines of theological disagreements. How should Christians disagree over important doctrines? How has the church lost its mission in these theological debates?
November 11, 2020
The Covenant of Grace in the Old Testament (Transcript)
If you listen to many in the church, our Christian lives should be characterized by happiness, excitement, and by overcoming difficulty. But, this life is often characterized by pain, toil, and suffering. What do we do with that? And what is it that we're called to in the church?
November 4, 2020
MEMBERS: Fantasy Christianity (Transcript)
Jon and Justin talk about the mission of the church and what it looks like to keep the main things the main things.
November 4, 2020
Fantasy Christianity (Transcript)
If you listen to many in the church, our Christian lives should be characterized by happiness, excitement, and by overcoming difficulty. But, this life is often characterized by pain, toil, and suffering. What do we do with that? And what is it that we're called to in the church?
November 2, 2020
HOT TOPIC: Is There Only One Way a Christians Can Vote? (Transcript)
These are tumultuous times in the United States. Politics are dominating much of the public conversation. And evangelical leaders have made strong statements as to how Christians should--or must--vote. Jon and Justin discuss these things and provide a historical biblical perspective.
October 28, 2020
MEMBERS Left Behind: Have We Moved On from the Gospel? (Transcript)
Jon and Justin talk about the "taste and see" reality of a church where the gospel permeates everything in the life of the congregation.
October 28, 2020
Left Behind: Have We Moved On from the Gospel? (Transcript)
Though we would never say it this way, it often seems that the gospel is just the starting point of the Christian life--and that once we believe, we need to move on to other things. Jon and Justin consider how this happens and what it means for people in the church.
October 21, 2020
Introduction To Covenant Theology Part One (Transcript)
Introduction To Covenant Theology Part One
October 14, 2020
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.
October 14, 2020
Did It Matter How Jesus Died? (Transcript)
Why is it that Jesus died on a cross--and not some other way? Does it matter? (Hint: It does.) Jon and Justin answer this question using all of Scripture from a redemptive-historical, covenantal perspective.
October 7, 2020
MEMBERS: Is Your Theological System Any Good? (Transcript)
Members' Podcast: The guys discuss whether all of Scripture is Christian Scripture, dispensationalism, and how interpretative models affect assurance.
October 7, 2020
Is Your Theological System Any Good? (Transcript)
Some people say we should read the Bible with no presuppositions--and that it isn't good to have a theological system. Is that possible? Is that right? Jon and Justin consider these things and how we should do biblical theology.
