Christ-Centered Preaching (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.

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

Assurance

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.

Legal Preaching (Transcript)

In this episode, Jon and Justin discuss legal preaching. This kind of preaching tends to remove hope and establish fear. It tends to turn every passage of Scripture into law. It tends to focus on how people are not measuring up. We point out the prevalence of legal preaching and offer some correctives.

Legal Preaching

In this episode, Jon and Justin discuss legal preaching. This kind of preaching tends to remove hope and establish fear. It tends to turn every passage of Scripture into law. It tends to focus on how people are not measuring up. We point out the prevalence of legal preaching and offer some correctives.

Preaching [About] the Gospel (Transcript)

In this episode, Jon and Justin discuss preaching [about] the gospel. It’s been our observation that guys will get fired up about preaching the gospel, they will give the facts of the gospel, and talk a lot about the gospel–without ever offering Jesus to sinners and heralding the grace of God in Christ.

Preaching [About] the Gospel

In this episode, Jon and Justin discuss preaching [about] the gospel. It’s been our observation that guys will get fired up about preaching the gospel, they will give the facts of the gospel, and talk a lot about the gospel–without ever offering Jesus to sinners and heralding the grace of God in Christ.

Proverbs: Where is Jesus? (Transcript)

In this episode, Jon and Justin talk about Proverbs. It’s one of the most-read books in the Bible, but honestly, many of us don’t know what to do with it. Is Jesus in Proverbs? How do we understand and apply the book?

Proverbs: Where Is Jesus?

In this episode, Jon and Justin talk about Proverbs. It’s one of the most-read books in the Bible, but honestly, many of us don’t know what to do with it. Is Jesus in Proverbs? How do we understand and apply the book?

More Than a Feeling? (Transcript)

In this episode, the guys talk about feelings. Yes, that’s right. At a prominent evangelical conference, John Piper said that it is futile to try to define saving faith apart from feelings (link). We consider whether that is correct and the fallout of that perspective as it relates to assurance.

More Than a Feeling?

In this episode, the guys talk about feelings. Yes, that’s right. At a prominent evangelical conference, John Piper said that it is futile to try to define saving faith apart from feelings (link). We consider whether that is correct and the fallout of that perspective as it relates to assurance.

“Faith Alone” Is Radical

In this episode, Jon and Justin talk about sola fide (faith alone). It is a radical message. We seek to briefly clarify the doctrine before moving on to discuss the implications of it and the importance of guarding it.

What’s Love Got to Do with It?

In this episode, Jon and Justin talk about loving one another. It was a big deal to Jesus and the apostles. But if you were to ask Christians to make a list of priorities in the Christian life, where would love show up on that list?

Discipleship Is Not About You

In this episode, the guys talk about discipleship. We often hear the word “disciple” used as a verb. Is that how it’s used in the New Testament? Is there a distinction between being a Christian and a disciple? We consider these things along with the corporate nature of being a disciple of Jesus.

Obedience Is Not a Dirty Word

In this episode, we talk about how obedience is a good thing–but that sadly, many have had the experience of being scolded toward it. We discuss how assurance and peace with God in Christ actually motivates us to pursue obedience.

The Dark Side of Christianity

In this episode, we discuss the darkness that resides in all of us. Should we be surprised when Christians sin–and sin heinously? What do we mean by total depravity? What do we do when we come face to face with the wickedness of our hearts?