Reformed and Confessional Podcast
By Reformed and Confessional
Reformed and Confessional PodcastApr 08, 2024
WLC Q7: God is Most Holy
In this episode, we discuss the holiness of God and the call for his people to be holy (Leviticus 19:2; Isaiah 6:1-7; Luke 5:1-10).
Notes:
Geerhardus Vos on God's holiness (see page 187 of the PDF)
Holy Helps for a Godly Life by Richard Rogers
Confronting Abortion: When Does Life Begin?
In this episode, we look at the term "baby" in Luke's Gospel and David's "unformed substance" in the Psalms to clarify when life begins according to the Author of Scripture, Yahweh (Luke 1:39-45; 2:12-16; Psalm 139:13-16).
(Announcement) Morning Prayer: Praise and Thanksgiving
Our Morning Prayer podcast and devotionals are moving to our new podcast, called, Joyful and Triumphant. Starting May 1st these will be published only on the Joyful and Triumphant podcast so head over and subscribe so you don't miss a beat!
Resurrection Blessings
In this episode, we share a blog about the blessed benefits of the resurrection: salvation, justification, blamelessness, and eternal life (Acts 24:14-16; 26:22-23; Romans 4:25; 1 Corinthians 15:21-22).
The Decalogue EP 5: The First Commandment PT 4 - Atheism
Covenant Conference 2024 Review
In this episode, John briefly highlights the wonderful displays of Reformed solidarity at this year's Covenant Conference: Conquering and to Conquer (Revelation 6:2).
WLC Q7: God Knows All Things and is Most Wise
In this episode, we examine and apply the Divines' claim that God knows all things and is most wise (1 Samuel 2:3; Psalm 147:4; Hebrews 4:12-13; Psalm 139:5-12).
The Decalogue EP 4: The First Commandment PT 3
Communing with the Trinity
In this episode, we read a recent blog that establishes the doctrine of the Trinity as the foundation for all our communion with God (Luke 11:1-4; 1 Thess. 5:17; Ps. 51:10; 2LBC 2.3). We also provide practical help for your everyday prayers. Sola Gratia!
The Decalogue EP 3: The First Commandment PT 2
WLC Q7: Episode 9 God is Almighty
In this episode, we continue examining the WLC Q7 by studying the term "Almighty" (Genesis 17:1; Job 40:1-2).
Notes:
Instructions on how to obtain access to our Patron-exclusive podcast: Polemics
Geerhardus Vos on El Shaddai (go to page 103 in the PDF)
The Decalogue EP 2: The First Commandment PT 1
The Decalogue EP 1: Preface To The 10 Commandments
WLC Q7: Episode 8 God is Incomprehensible & Everywhere Present
In this episode, we continue examining the WLC Q7 by studying God's incomprehensibility and omnipresence (1 Kings 8:27; Psalm 139:1-13).
WLC Q7: Episode 7 God is Eternal & Unchangeable
In this episode, we continue examining the WLC Q7 by studying God's eternality and unchangeableness (Psalm 90:2; James 1:17). Notes: Review of Jeremiah Burroughs' The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment.
WLC Q7: Episode 6 God is All-Sufficient
In this episode, we continue our series titled "Getting to Know Our Great God" by examining the WLC Q7 (Genesis 17:1; James 1:17). We learn that God is all-sufficient with the help of Herman Bavinck and Edward Pearse.
Reformed & Confessional: History of the Doxology by Rob Smith
WLC Q7: Episode 5 God's Blessedness and Perfection
Among the Vesper Spires by Gregory Graybill
A Beam of Divine Glory by Edward Pearse
For information on James Ussher, see Archbishop James Ussher (1581-1656): His Life and Work, the Scholarship About Him, and His Significance for Confessional Presbyterians by Harrison Perkins
A Biographical History of England by James Granger
Meet the Puritans by Joel Beeke and Randall Pederson
WLC Q7: Episode 4 God's Being and Glory
In this episode, we continue examining the WLC Q7 by studying two aspects of God's infinity: Being and Glory (Exodus 3:14; Acts 7:2; John 11:4).
WLC Q7: Episode 3 God is Infinite
In this episode, we revisit the WLC Q7 which asks, "What is God?" Then, we provide some biblical basis for Louis Berkhof's claim that God is infinite, or free from all limitations (Job 11:1-9; 38:4-5).
Blog: The Blessing of Church Discipline
In this episode, we share a sermon manuscript on Matthew 18:12-20 titled The Blessing of Church Discipline.
Blog: The Heavenly Proprietor
In this episode, we present the idea of God's proprietary rights over all that he has made (Genesis 1:1; Exodus 20:8-11; Deuteronomy 5:12-15; Psalm 130:8; Galatians 4:5; Psalm 24:1; Psalm 50:12; Psalm 89:11).
Blog: Counseling Theology: Roles of Men and Women
In this episode, we compare the egalitarian and complementarian views on the roles of men and women, providing scripture, commentary, and conclusions from each position (Ephesians 5:22-25; 1 Peter 3:1-7; Colossians 3:18-19; Galatians 3:28).
WLC Q7: Episode 2 God is Spirit
WLC Q7: Episode 1 Getting to Know Our Great God
Prayer Request: Pray for Guam
Episode 10: Calvinism: A Gateway to Covenant Theology
In this episode, we connect the doctrine of Unconditional Election with Covenant Theology by observing how God chose Abram from among all of Ancient Mesopotamia to covenant with (Genesis 2:9-15; 9:8-9,11; 17:1-2; Exodus 24:7-8; 2 Samuel 7:16; Luke 22:20).
Covenants Made Simple: Understanding God's Unfolding Promises to His People by Jonty Rhodes
The Mystery of Christ, His Covenant, and His Kingdom by Samuel Renihan
Blog: A Promise of Forgiveness
In this episode, we examine the command of our Savior to confess our sins alongside his promise to forgive and cleanse us when we do (1 John 1:9). If you are struggling with thoughts and feelings about unresolved sin in your life, may this episode encourage you to embrace God's promise of forgiveness.
Episode 9: The Sin and Sorrow of Israel's Kings
Join us in this episode as we examine how worldly sorrow led to the death of one king and how godly sorrow led to repentance for the other (2 Corinthians 7:10-11; 1 Samuel 16:13-14).
Blog: Abraham’s Role in the First Advent
Episode 8: Applying Exodus 20:8
Blog: A Creational Covenant
Blog: God's Work in Affliction
In this episode, we examine how God comforts and sanctifies his people in times of affliction (2 Corinthians 1:3-5; Psalm 119:67).
Episode 7: The "Good" in Romans 8:28
In this episode, we discuss the term "good" in Romans 8:28 and God's promise to conform us to the image of his Son (Romans 8:28-30; 2 Corinthians 12:7-10; Luke 18:43; Psalm 55; 2 Corinthians 1:3-5).
Blog: Covenant in Joshua, Judges, and Ruth
Episode 6: When People Are Big and God Is Small
Blog: In Remembrance of Me
Blog: A Brief Response to the Exclusive Psalmody Position
Blog: Adam And Eve Were Never Perfect
Were Adam and Eve perfect? Well not necessarily. We are often told things in our traditions and families that aren't actually in accordance with the bible. So, it's good to reorient ourselves to the scripture and reconsider some things - especially something like this!
Blog: Counseling Theology: The Image of God In Man
Blog: The Transcendence and Immanence of God in Jesus Christ
Blog: Limited Atonement
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Blog: Counseling Theology: the Trinity, and its biblical basis
“Whosoever will be saved, before all things it is necessary that he hold the catholic faith. Which faith except every one do keep whole and undefiled; without doubt he shall perish everlastingly. And the catholic faith is this: That we worship one God in Trinity, and Trinity in Unity; Neither confounding the Persons; nor dividing the Essence…”
Blog: A Man After God's Own Heart
Blog: A Conversation With Jeremy Shaffer
Blog: Prayer Is Absolutely Amazing
Blog: Hope and Suffering
In this episode, we discuss the pain of suffering, the promise of our King, and the present comfort we have from our Savior.
Blog: Sometimes the Humble Response is Simply, “Thank You.”
How do you express humility after you've done something objectively well? In this Blogcast you will hear from David Chamber how the bible encourages us to humbly accept the praise of those around us, and be thankful to the Lord for the work that he has done!
Blog: Evangelism Day 5: Love Motivates Evangelism
In this episode, we conclude our series with an examination of how biblical-based evangelism finds its motive in a God-oriented love (1 John 5:3; 1 Thessalonians 2:8).
Episode 5: The Vitality of Prayer
Join us in this episode as we walk through the first paragraph of the Directory for Family Worship and discuss the vitality of personal, family, and corporate prayer in the lives of God's people (Exodus 30:7-10; Psalm 141:2; Luke 1:8-10; Luke 11:1-4).
Blog: Evangelism Day 4: Friendship is the Prime Ground for Evangelism
In this episode, we examine how friendship acts as a fertile soil for planting and watering gospel seeds (John 1:40-51; Acts 17:26).