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Saints Edified

By Arturo Hurtado

Saints Edified is an independent and online ministry founded by Arturo Hurtado. It's purpose is to it build up Christians by providing resources for spiritual growth, encouragement and to reach the non-believing world. Visit our website at www.saintsedified.org for more!
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Ep. 21 - Molinism, Apologetics & Christian Character w/ Eli Ayala

Saints EdifiedFeb 11, 2020

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Ep. 32 - Scripture is Supreme - Pt 6/6 (WCF 1.9-10)
Oct 16, 202026:18
Ep. 31 - Scripture is Understandable - Pt 5/6 (WCF 1.7-8)
Oct 02, 202028:25
Ep. 30 - Scripture is Sufficient - Pt 4/6 (WCF 1.6)
Sep 25, 202029:03
Ep. 29 - Scripture is Authoritative & Self-Authenticating - Pt 3/6 (WCF 1.4-5)

Ep. 29 - Scripture is Authoritative & Self-Authenticating - Pt 3/6 (WCF 1.4-5)

I Will update the description and show notes soon!

Sep 18, 202028:30
Ep. 28 - Scripture is Inspired - Pt 2/6 (WCF 1.2-3)

Ep. 28 - Scripture is Inspired - Pt 2/6 (WCF 1.2-3)

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Sep 11, 202025:04
Ep. 27 - Scripture is Special Revelation - Pt 1/6 (WCF 1.1)

Ep. 27 - Scripture is Special Revelation - Pt 1/6 (WCF 1.1)

In this episode, we cover General and Special Revelation. 

Westminster Confession of Faith Ch. 1, Sect. 1

Although the light of nature, and the works of creation and providence, do so far manifest the goodness, wisdom, and power of God, as to leave men inexcusable;a yet are they not sufficient to give that knowledge of God, and of his will, which is necessary unto salvation;b therefore it pleased the Lord, at sundry times, and in divers manners, to reveal himself, and to declare his will unto his Church;c and afterwards, for the better preserving and propagating of the truth, and for the more sure establishment and comfort of the Church against the corruption of the flesh, and the malice of Satan and of the world, to commit the same wholly unto writing;d which maketh the holy Scripture to be most necessary;e those former ways of God’s revealing his will unto his people being now ceased.

General Revelation

Light of Nature - We are made in the image of God and therefore have a sense of the divine. The fact we are moral,rational creatures with dignity and value shows us, being image bearers of God, that God is true in the simplest way. It’s foolish to reject God when such evidence is within our very being, as image bearers of God

The Works of Creation and Providence - The natural world and everything about it demonstrates a Creator, and not just any creator, but a Sustainer of all things that provides all things. God created sun, moon, stars, animals and nature which all reflect him as Creator, Sustainer and Provider.

Special Revelation

Scripture - Scripture contains the will of God and knowledge of salvation for the church. There’s really no better way to explain this special revelation than pointing to Scripture itself: “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God[b] may be complete, equipped for every good work.” (2 Tim. 3:16-17)

“...those former ways of God’s revealing his will unto his people being now ceased.”

I argued that the prophets and apostles were on the same "level" in that the church recognized their role for the being God's mouthpiece through Scripture for the church. I used Ephesians 2:19-20 to make this point. I also make the argument that the Apostle Paul was the last apostle - no more came after him. Why is this important? To put it simply, God used the prophets and apostle to communicate his word through Scripture. No one outside of that "prophet and apostle" category hears from God the way these authors did. Hebrews 1:1-2 confirms this.

To learn more about this, stay tuned for upcoming episodes! You can search for "closed canon" articles to help understand this perspective a little more. Here's a short article: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/is-the-canon-closed/

Aug 27, 202025:43
Ep. 26 - Intro. To New Series: "Scripture Is..."

Ep. 26 - Intro. To New Series: "Scripture Is..."

In this episode, I introduce the series we will be covering called “Scripture is…”

We will be using the Westminster Confession of Faith (WCF) Ch. 1 for this series. I referenced a teaching series by Pastor Joel Ellis were he goes through the WCF section by section. You can check out the entire series here.

Series Outline: Scripture Is…

Pt. 1 – Scripture is Special Revelation – Pt 1/6 (WCF 1.1)

Pt. 2 – Scripture is Inspired – Pt 2/6 (WCF 1.2-3)

Pt. 3 – Scripture is Authoritative & Self-Authenticating – Pt 3/6 (WCF 1.4-5)

Pt. 4 – Scripture is Sufficient – Pt 4/6 (WCF 1.6)

Pt. 5 – Scripture is Understandable – Pt 5/6 (WCF 1.7-8)

Pt. 6 – Scripture is Supreme & Interprets Itself – Pt 6/6 (WCF 1.9-10)

I do recommend for listeners to review each section of the WCF CH. 1, along with its scripture references. Each section can be summarized by doctrine(s) in this way:

  1. General & Special Revelation
  2. The Canon of inspired Scripture
  3. Apocrypha Not Canon/Inspired
  4. Sola Scriptura – Authority of Scripture
  5. Self-Authenticity
  6. Sufficiency & illumination
  7. Perspicuity
  8. Translation and Regulative Principle of Worship
  9. Analogy of Faith
  10. Supremacy of Scripture

More resources:

https://www.ligonier.org/learn/series/westminster-confession-of-faith/
https://reformed.org/
Confessing the Faith: A Reader’s Guide to the Westminster Confession of Faith Hardcover by Chad Van Dixhoorn
Hold Fast The Faith: A Devotional Commentary on the Westminster Confession by Matthew Everhard

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Aug 18, 202024:48
Ep. 25 - Reformed Faith and Assurance

Ep. 25 - Reformed Faith and Assurance

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In this episode I discuss my reading in Louis Berkhof's "Assurance of Faith" and how the Reformed view faith and assurance. I do this after I discuss some important updates, of course. I hope you enjoy the new kind of episodes for a while. It will be this way until my schedule lightens up a bit. Love you guys! Soli Deo Gloria!

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May 26, 202013:49
Ep. 24 - Hypostatic Union w/ RJ (The Reformed Society) Pt. 2

Ep. 24 - Hypostatic Union w/ RJ (The Reformed Society) Pt. 2

Enter Puritan Prayer Giveaway Here: https://kingsumo.com/g/n8i1wd/saints-edified-puritan-prayer-giveaway-15oz-coffee-mug

This is part 2 of my interview with RJ. In this episode, we continue to go through the Hypostatic Union of Christ post he created for his page (link below). I recently learned that RJ is getting more involved with the IG video feature, so make sure to follow him on Instagram as well! Here are some important links mentioned in this episode. Enjoy!

The Reformed Society's Post on the Hypostatic Union: https://www.facebook.com/TheReformedSociety/posts/562011607955594

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Apr 09, 202040:19
Ep. 23 - Hypostatic Union w/ RJ (The Reformed Society) Pt. 1

Ep. 23 - Hypostatic Union w/ RJ (The Reformed Society) Pt. 1

Enter Puritan Prayer Giveaway Here: https://kingsumo.com/g/n8i1wd/saints-edified-puritan-prayer-giveaway-15oz-coffee-mug

My second interview, ever, was with RJ. It was mid-December when we recorded this and I explain why it took me so long to upload this one in the episode, but it's finally here! I recently learned that RJ is getting more involved with the IG video feature, so make sure to follow him on Instagram as well! Here are some important links mentioned in this episode. Enjoy!

The Reformed Society's Post on the Hypostatic Union: https://www.facebook.com/TheReformedSociety/posts/562011607955594

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Apr 07, 202048:33
Ep. 22 - A Reformed Response to Flame's "Extra Nos" Pt. 1 - Biblical Assurance w/ Ricky Roldan
Mar 23, 202001:43:31
Ep. 21 - Molinism, Apologetics & Christian Character w/ Eli Ayala
Feb 11, 202001:38:31
Ep. 20 - The Fight Against Abortion w/ Ben and Amaris Salazar Pt. 3
Jan 23, 202033:08
Ep. 19 - The Fight Against Abortion w/ Ben and Amaris Salazar Pt. 2
Jan 21, 202035:15
Ep. 18 - The Fight Against Abortion w/ Ben and Amaris Salazar Pt. 1
Jan 16, 202033:05
Ep. 17 - Pro-life Ministry w/ Nick Diercks Pt. 3
Jan 14, 202033:01
Ep. 16 - Pro-life Ministry w/ Nick Diercks Pt. 2
Jan 09, 202038:59
Ep. 15 - Pro-life Ministry w/ Nick Diercks Pt. 1
Jan 07, 202044:47
Ep. 14 - Puritan Prayers & Devotions

Ep. 14 - Puritan Prayers & Devotions

I would like to upload daily episodes (Mon-Fri) of puritan prayers and devotions from The Valley of VIsion.  This would be an introduction to a new segment or aspect of the podcast I would like to produce for you all! It will be called  "Moments in Meditation" which will be short episodes that help you meditate on God's goodness, the Christian life, theology, etc...

Please pray that Banner of Truth grants me permission to use The Valley of Vision on the podcast. Once they give me the okay, I'll be able to work on these episodes immediately. :) 

Soli Deo Gloria! 

Dec 31, 201904:17
Ep. 13 - Discussion with Rev. Randy Martin Pt. 3
Dec 26, 201925:46
Ep. 12 - Discussion with Rev. Randy Martin Pt. 2

Ep. 12 - Discussion with Rev. Randy Martin Pt. 2

This is part 2 of a 3-part discussion with my pastor, Rev. Randy Martin.

In 2010, Randy Martin debated a well-known atheist activist and Constitutional lawyer, Eddie Tabash. We discuss the debate and much more in this discussion! In this particular episode, Randy speaks on debate preparation, especially when your opponent simply aims to overwhelm you with a multitude of arguments at once; he also discusses the "problem of morality" and how it's possibly the strongest argument against the atheistic worldview.

Spoiler Alert: In the final part, I asked Randy questions that dig a little deeper into the morality argument. We discuss his cross-examination answers and his reference to freewill! You won't want to miss it!

Soli Deo Gloria!

Dec 24, 201918:08
Ep. 11 - Discussion with Rev. Randy Martin Pt. 1

Ep. 11 - Discussion with Rev. Randy Martin Pt. 1

This is part 1 of a 3-part discussion with my pastor, Rev. Randy Martin. 

In 2010, Randy Martin debated a well-known atheist activist and Constitutional lawyer, Eddie Tabash. We discuss the debate and much more in this discussion! In this particular episode, Randy shares his testimony, advice on evangelism, shares some of the background and context of the debate and speaks on Christian conduct.

Soli Deo Gloria!

Dec 19, 201923:35
Ep. 10 - Judged By Our Words (& Updates)
Dec 12, 201917:15
The Oneness Error Pt. 3 w/ Jamal Bandy - Polemical Edition

The Oneness Error Pt. 3 w/ Jamal Bandy - Polemical Edition

We revisited James 2 to clarify a few things, especially since the Federal Vision debate seems to be a thing again on social media. Although our clarification does not directly relate to Oneness Pentecostalism, it is important nonetheless.

In this episode, we cover Isaiah 9:6, Acts 2:38 (again) and Deuteronomy 6:4. A clear and consistent understanding of these passages, in their context, would not lead one to Modalism, and that's what we prove in this episode.  

If you would like to support Saints Edified, please visit our Patreon page here: https://www.patreon.com/Saintsedified 

Go follow Jamal too! 

Website: https://www.prescribedtruth.com
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Nov 27, 201953:01
The Oneness Error Pt. 2 w/ Jamal Bandy - Polemical Edition

The Oneness Error Pt. 2 w/ Jamal Bandy - Polemical Edition

We continue this series on critically examing the oneness error, more commonly known as Modalism, along with the heretical teaching of baptismal regeneration. Our brother, Jamal Bandy from Prescribed Truth, joins us once more!

For our first episode of the Polemical Edition, we have a special guest: Jamal Bandy from Prescribed Truth! 

Jamal's Links:

Website: https://www.prescribedtruth.com

YouTube: www.youtube.com/prescribedtruth

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jb_prescribedtruth/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bandy_jamal

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/prescribedtruth


We discuss the "Oneness Error" and the arguments that are usually presented to defend their false doctrine of Modalism and Baptismal Regeneration. Listen to this episode as we continue to demonstrate their misuse of Acts 2:38, John 3:5, Mark 16:16, 2 Peter 3:21 and James 2:26.

Oct 30, 201901:03:07
The Oneness Error Pt. 1 w/ Jamal Bandy - Polemical Edition

The Oneness Error Pt. 1 w/ Jamal Bandy - Polemical Edition

For our first video episode of the Polemical Edition, we have a special guest: Jamal Bandy from Prescribed Truth!

Jamal's Links: Website: https://www.prescribedtruth.com
YouTube: www.youtube.com/prescribedtruth
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bandy_jamal
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/prescribedtruth 

We discuss the "Oneness Error" and the arguments that are usually presented to defend their false doctrine of Modalism and Baptismal Regeneration.  Listen to this episode as we discuss our experiences, background with Oneness Pentecostals and more important, the Scriptures that refute their false theology.   Oneness Pentecostals usually like to refer themselves as "Apostolics." The two links below describe what they believe:

Modalism: https://www.theopedia.com/modalism
Baptismal Regeneration: https://www.gotquestions.org/baptisma... 

From UPCI.org: “Some people maintain that only one of three divine persons, a second person who is called “God the Son,” came in flesh, but the Bible does not make such a claim; it simply says that God was manifest in the flesh. Jesus is not the incarnation of one person of a trinity but the incarnation of all the identity, character, and personality of the one God.” (https://www.upci.org/statement-archiv...)

Oct 15, 201901:04:32
Ep. 9 - Time To Preach! (The Gospel Series)
Sep 26, 201928:22