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By Joshua Sommer

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Francis Turretin on the Relation of Natural Theology to Supernatural Theology

The Baptist BroadcastSep 16, 2021

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Can AI Produce Art?

Can AI Produce Art?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is growing in its cultural significance. As we move into an age more and more influenced by AI, it is important to think about the big questions. Can AI produce art?

Mar 06, 202416:37
Pastoring the Next Generation of Pastors
Feb 26, 202436:49
What Is Old Landmarkism?

What Is Old Landmarkism?

In this video on the Baptist Landmark movement of the 19th century, I will focus on its origins, and two of its central claims.

Feb 26, 202450:09
Eternal Processions: From Scripture to History to Dogmatic Formulation

Eternal Processions: From Scripture to History to Dogmatic Formulation

Why Do We Call God Father? Son? Holy Spirit? This is a brief survey of the eternal processions in God as it is found in Scripture, in Christian history, and in clearer dogmatic statements such as what is found in 2LCF 2.3.

Jan 30, 202424:45
Alistair Begg on Whether Christians Should Attend Trans Weddings

Alistair Begg on Whether Christians Should Attend Trans Weddings

Should Christians attend marriage ceremonies that countenance unbiblical unions? The short answer is, "No." But watch this episode to find out why.
Jan 25, 202422:07
The Particular Baptists on Baptism

The Particular Baptists on Baptism

How were our 17th century Baptist forerunners arguing for believer's baptism?

From Shadow to Substance by Dr. Sam Renihan: https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Substance-Theology-Particular-1642-1704/dp/1907600310/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1PQIV6CAZ84I7&keywords=from+shadow+to+substance&qid=1706046775&sprefix=from+sha%2Caps%2C1452&sr=8-1

Unity and Continuity... by Andrew Woolsey: https://www.amazon.com/Unity-Continuity-Covenantal-Thought-Westminster/dp/1601782160/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JF7Y5R2QHFKR&keywords=unity+and+continuity&qid=1706046831&sprefix=un%2Caps%2C950&sr=8-1

Jan 23, 202426:02
Does the New Testament "Re-Interpret" the Old Testament?

Does the New Testament "Re-Interpret" the Old Testament?

How are we to understand the relationship between the Old and New Testaments given progressive revelation?

Jan 19, 202428:16
Responding to Gavin Ortlund on Noah's Flood

Responding to Gavin Ortlund on Noah's Flood

Was Noah's flood global? Short answer? Yes! This video is intended to interact with Gavin Ortlund's recent podcast arguing for a local flood.

Jan 16, 202401:46:10
Does God Become Angry When I Sin?

Does God Become Angry When I Sin?

Every Christian has wrestled with this question at one time or another. Are you under a divine microscope? Is it possible for God to change from loving you to not loving you?

Jan 15, 202429:03
Law, Gospel, & Sanctification w/ Jon Moffitt & Justin Perdue of Theocast

Law, Gospel, & Sanctification w/ Jon Moffitt & Justin Perdue of Theocast

How should both law and gospel inform our understanding of sanctification? How does the gospel relate to the good works flowing our of God's work of sanctification in the lives of Christians?

Jan 10, 202452:49
Christology in Augustine and Hilary of Poitiers

Christology in Augustine and Hilary of Poitiers

How should we understand the incarnation and how it relates to our reading of Christological passages in Scripture?

Dec 28, 202329:36
Federal Vision, Baptism, Law/Gospel, and Justification

Federal Vision, Baptism, Law/Gospel, and Justification

I finish up the series by looking at some of the language of the JFVS regarding baptism, its law/gospel distinction, and lastly its doctrine of justification.

Dec 19, 202359:48
Gregory of Nyssa on Divine Attributes

Gregory of Nyssa on Divine Attributes

Attributes, Trinity, and help from an old friend from the 4th century.

Dec 14, 202336:40
Federal Vision, Church, and Covenant

Federal Vision, Church, and Covenant

Looking at the Joint Federal Vision Statement on the church and the covenant of life.

Dec 12, 202351:52
Federal Vision and the Trinity

Federal Vision and the Trinity

What does the Joint Federal Vision Statement state concerning God the Trinity? BOOK MENTION: Trinity & Creation by Dr. Richard Barcellos — https://www.amazon.com/Trinity-Creation-Scriptural-Confessional-Account/dp/1725280345/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28WCJUFYCTFPF&keywords=Trinity+%26+Creation&qid=1701228953&sprefix=trinity+%26+creation%2Caps%2C114&sr=8-1

Nov 29, 202351:38
Theological Masculinity

Theological Masculinity

What does it mean to "be a man"? It seems the answers to this question are manifold today. In this episode, I hope to bring some clarity by ordering our thinking properly.

Nov 23, 202342:21
Law, Gospel, & Justification

Law, Gospel, & Justification

What do law & gospel have to do with our justification before God? This is one of the most important questions both Christians and non-Christians can ask.

Nov 16, 202325:50
What Is Christian Liberty?

What Is Christian Liberty?

Christian liberty is a gospel issue. But why? Join me as I consider this wonderful doctrine.

Nov 09, 202351:00
Are Baptists "Reformed"?

Are Baptists "Reformed"?

Some do not believe Baptists should apply the term "Reformed" to themselves. Others differ. I will try to shed some light on the issue.

Nov 01, 202343:23
The Baptist Doctrine of the Universal Church

The Baptist Doctrine of the Universal Church

From abuse to neglect, the doctrine of the universal church has been the subject of much controversy over the centuries. But, when rightly understood, it becomes an important doctrinal and practical consideration for Christ's people.

Oct 19, 202338:39
Israel, Palestine, & the Church

Israel, Palestine, & the Church

It's exciting to talk politics, speculate on Bible prophecy, and fantasize about the rapture. But do we ever think about God's churches?

Oct 12, 202319:03
Kenotic Christology, Open Theism, & Process Theism

Kenotic Christology, Open Theism, & Process Theism

What's the relationship of Kenotic Christology to open theism and/or process theism? In this episode, I will define each of these terms and discuss the connections.

Oct 05, 202329:18
Beatific Vision In Baptist Dogmatics

Beatific Vision In Baptist Dogmatics

The Beatific Vision seems antiquated today. Much less does it appear to belong in Baptist theology. Join me as I briefly explore what the beatific vision is, and also where we can find it among the Baptists.

Sep 28, 202324:34
Answering the Cults | Mormonism (II)

Answering the Cults | Mormonism (II)

This second and final part on Mormonism seeks to bring Christian orthodoxy into a confrontation with the Mormon distinctives discussed in the first part.

Sep 27, 202344:34
The Ground of Communion & Comfort

The Ground of Communion & Comfort

What is the only ground of our communion, comfort, and dependence upon God? Join me as I discuss 2LCF 2.1-3!

Sep 21, 202325:41
An Evaluation of King James Onlyism

An Evaluation of King James Onlyism

Is the King James Only position a sound position? Let's look at some of the evidence.

Sep 20, 202332:08
Answering the Cults | Mormonism (I)

Answering the Cults | Mormonism (I)

This first part on Mormonism surveys history, ecclesiology, and doctrinal distinctives of the Mormon organization. The second part will be the Christian response, looking at Scripture & historical Christian theology.

Sep 18, 202339:45
Answering the Cults | Introduction

Answering the Cults | Introduction

A course on how to apply Christian orthodoxy in our response and outreach to the cults.

Sep 11, 202345:39
Is Mormonism Christian?

Is Mormonism Christian?

Some are under the impression Mormonism is a Christian organization. This is not true. Join me to find out why!

Sep 07, 202334:39
A Such a Thing as Orthodoxy: What Makes a Christian a Christian?

A Such a Thing as Orthodoxy: What Makes a Christian a Christian?

There is an identifiable Christian orthodoxy the church has always believed. Those who would reject it or twist it do so to their own exclusion from Christianity.
Sep 01, 202325:25
Why Are Baptist Churches Dying?

Why Are Baptist Churches Dying?

Smaller Baptist churches across the country are struggling to keep their doors open. Why?

Aug 25, 202334:58
Calvinism & Causality w/ Dr. Peter Sammons

Calvinism & Causality w/ Dr. Peter Sammons

Join Peter and I as we discuss the doctrines of grace, primary & secondary causality, and human responsibility. Check out Peter's related book here: https://www.amazon.com/Reprobation-Gods-Sovereignty-Redeeming-Biblical/dp/0825447437/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3C5HA4586FRN1&keywords=peter+sammons&qid=1691460771&sprefix=%2Caps%2C290&sr=8-1

Aug 08, 202356:05
BIBLICISM w/ Pastor Steve Meister

BIBLICISM w/ Pastor Steve Meister

Another interview on the Broadcast. This time, on biblicisms! Leading up to our August 9th - 10th Conference, "Confessing the Faith".

Aug 03, 202355:36
Baptism Through the Centuries

Baptism Through the Centuries

Where have Christians agreed on baptism? Where have they disagreed? After I flesh out the Baptist position, I'd like to trace lines of both continuity & discontinuity on baptism in general throughout the years.

Jul 27, 202355:37
What About Epistemology?

What About Epistemology?

What is epistemology? How should we think about it? How should we NOT think about it? Presuppositionalism, classicalism, realism, critical theory—join me as I talk about it all in this episode.

Jul 20, 202301:13:21
Contemplating God with John Cassian

Contemplating God with John Cassian

The active life serves the contemplative life according to our Lord in Luke 10:38-42. Let's hear the ancient John Cassian on our Lord's words to Martha & Mary.

Jul 14, 202320:38
Postmillennial Theonomy, the Cultural Mandate, & the Covenant of Works

Postmillennial Theonomy, the Cultural Mandate, & the Covenant of Works

Does Postmillennial Theonomy mix law/gospel, or the covenant of works with the covenant of grace?

Jul 06, 202336:09
INTERVIEW: Nehemiah Coxe, Thomas Collier, & Socinianism w/ Dr. Jim Renihan

INTERVIEW: Nehemiah Coxe, Thomas Collier, & Socinianism w/ Dr. Jim Renihan

Join Dr. Renihan and I as we discuss the Particular Baptist response to the 17th c. heretic, Thomas Collier, through the means of a young but gifted Nehemiah Coxe.
Jun 29, 202341:29
Fight by Flight?

Fight by Flight?

Should Christians flee "blue states" in order to fight blue states? What about local churches in those states?

Jun 26, 202349:11
What Are the Virtues?

What Are the Virtues?

Moral, Intellectual, Cardinal, and Theological Virtues. What are they? Join me as I jump into this HUGE philosophy and Christian theology area. Augustine, De Libero Arbitrio (On the Free Choice of the Will): https://spot.colorado.edu/~pasnau/4020/augustine.pdf

Jun 22, 202341:14
Baptists Plunder Riches from Lutherans!

Baptists Plunder Riches from Lutherans!

Benjamin Keach & Thomas DeLaune in their notable work 'Tropologia', use several German Lutheran Reformers to support various Scriptural observations.

Jun 15, 202333:15
SERMON: Old Testament Worship

SERMON: Old Testament Worship

Last week, we introduced worship. This week, we begin looking at the details--beginning in the Old Testament; its circumstance, confinement, complexity, and anticipation.

Jun 13, 202332:44
The Vice of Curiosity

The Vice of Curiosity

Curiosity is a sin. But before you click out of this video, Thomas can explain...
Jun 08, 202334:43
SERMON: What Is Worship?

SERMON: What Is Worship?

This is a pilot sermon edition of the Broadcast, where sermons preached at Victory Baptist Church are uploaded here & on all podcast platforms. In addition, all sermons preached at Victory Baptist Church are available on Sermon Audio.

Jun 06, 202353:38
John Gill Challenges Modern Eschatology

John Gill Challenges Modern Eschatology

John Gill's eschatology and its challenge to us moderns.

Jun 01, 202355:24
'The Reformation as Renewal' by Dr. Matthew Barrett

'The Reformation as Renewal' by Dr. Matthew Barrett

While this isn't a review or endorsement, I just wanted to comment on my enjoyable experience and thoughts on this book so far.

May 25, 202315:50
Legalism, the Games, & Virtue Ethics

Legalism, the Games, & Virtue Ethics

The ancients had the games. Today, we have sports, books, movies, and video games. All of it—entertaining. All of it—easily abused. But where is the sin? Is it the "thing" or man's approach to the "thing"?

May 23, 202321:05
The Image of God & What's Left of It

The Image of God & What's Left of It

What is left of the imago Dei in man following the fall of Adam?

May 17, 202349:27
The Three Uses of the Law

The Three Uses of the Law

What are the three uses of the law, and how does each relate to the law/gospel distinction?

May 17, 202316:16
What Does It Mean to "Obey the Gospel"?

What Does It Mean to "Obey the Gospel"?

Is the gospel a "new law" which we must obey in order to inherit "final justification"?

May 10, 202332:33