The Sword & The Trowel TS&TT: Theology and Philosophy: A Discussion with Josh Tinkham
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Jan 29, 2026 Josh Tinkham, pastor and adjunct theology professor, joins to discuss revelation, philosophy, and pastoral ministry. He explains why philosophy matters for making doctrine intelligible. Conversations cover logic, metaphysics of God, Romans 1 and general revelation, limits of reason versus special revelation, and how philosophical clarity shapes worship and pastoral practice.
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Pastor Who Teaches From The Pulpit
- Josh explains he is a pastor first and will 'die at the church,' using his seminary role to serve his local church.
- He teaches so students see lived pastoral ministry, not just detached academic theory.
Philosophy Makes Doctrine Intelligible
- Philosophy is necessary to articulate and explain theological truths that Scripture reveals but does not detail.
- The Westminster confession assumes a moderate realist philosophy that shapes doctrines like simplicity and impassibility.
Teach A Sound Philosophical Framework
- Give students and pastors a sound philosophical framework instead of leaving them with unconscious assumptions.
- Teach the moderate realist metaphysic that the confessions implicitly use to avoid adopting bad philosophies.
