Why Classical Theism Still Matters Today - Kiffin's Keep Ep. 82

Moral Apologetics, described by the speaker as a short companion co-authored with Jamie Dew, aims to provide practical resources for churches addressing moral and apologetic questions. The speaker notes the book is around 192 pages, dense, and covers useful topics for congregational use. It is presented as a forthcoming or newly received author copy intended to support church teaching and engagement with moral issues. The book is positioned as accessible and helpful for pastors and lay leaders looking for concise apologetic material. The description reflects the speaker's endorsement and expectations for its usefulness in ministry contexts.

The End of the Timeless God is referenced by the speaker as a contemporary critical work engaged in debates about divine simplicity and timelessness. Jordan Stefaniak reads and critiques passages from the book to illustrate what he regards as historically inadequate representations of divine simplicity. The book is used in the episode as a foil for demonstrating different definitions and historical readings of classical doctrines. The speaker cites specific pages and quotations to argue that the critic's definition is not representative of the whole Christian tradition. The mention frames the book as part of ongoing controversies in contemporary theological literature.

Jordan Steffaniak’s Classical Theism: A Christian Introduction explains the historical and philosophical roots of classical theism for students and pastors. The book surveys central doctrines such as divine simplicity, immutability, impassibility, and eternity, clarifying common misunderstandings. Steffaniak situates classical theism in church history, addresses modern critiques, and offers pastoral and pedagogical guidance. The author aims to keep a 'big tent' approach while providing clear conceptual guardrails for discussing God’s attributes. The book is published under Lexham Academic (distributed via Baker) and intended as an accessible textbook-length treatment for learners.