RTS Washington Faculty Podcast

Episode 35 The doctrine of the Trinity is at the heart of the Christianity. "When Scripture wants to summarize salvation," says Dr. Scott Swain, "it summarizes it in a Trinitarian way." We are pleased to welcome Dr. Swain, President and James Woodrow Hassell Professor of Systematic Theology at RTS Orlando, to this week's discussion. Allen & Swain, eds., The Oxford Handbook of Reformed Theology, https://www.amazon.com/Oxford-Handbook-Reformed-Theology-Handbooks/dp/0198723911 Swain, The Trinity: An Introduction, https://www.amazon.com/Trinity-Introduction-Studies-Systematic-Theology/dp/1433561212/ Holmes, The Quest for the Trinity: The Doctrine of God in Scripture, History and Modernity, https://www.amazon.com/Quest-Trinity-Doctrine-Scripture-Modernity/dp/0830839860/

Episode 34 The doctrine of creation is at the heart of the Christian religion and confession. We can't understand the work of Christ without first understanding the Trinitarian work of creation. This week the faculty discusses how creation ex nihilo shapes our witness and message.

Episode 33 The creed is more than a set of propositions; it's a personal commitment that begins with a defining relationship, God the Father. This week the faculty considers the nature of faith, the Trinitarian character of the creed, and the significance of the claim that God is Father.

Episode 32 We were pleased to welcome Dr. Irwyn Ince at our annual ReForum for a discussion of his recent book, The Beautiful Community. Listen in as Irwyn and the faculty discuss issues of ethnicity, community, and ecclesiology.

Episode 31 Gray Sutanto and Tim Keller discuss Herman Bavinck, Christian epistemology, and gospel ministry in global cities. The conversation was moderated by Scott Redd and Jay Harvey as part of a joint effort between RTS Washington and RTS New York City and was recorded on the evening of Oct. 19, 2020. Show notes: Bavinck, Christian Worldview: https://www.amazon.com/Christian-Worldview-Herman-Bavinck/dp/1433563193/ Keller, The Reason for God: https://www.amazon.com/Reason-God-Belief-Age-Skepticism/dp/1594483493/ Keller, Center Church: https://www.amazon.com/Center-Church-Balanced-Gospel-Centered-Ministry/dp/0310494184/ Sutanto, God and Knowledge: Herman Bavinck's Christian Epistomology: https://www.amazon.com/God-Knowledge-Theological-Epistemology-Systematic/dp/0567692280/

Faculty members from RTS Washington discuss the significance of the Apostles' Creed, its necessity in the Christian Church, and how creeds promote unity and orthodoxy. They explore the historical origins of the Creed, its role in shaping beliefs, and the value of memorizing and understanding creeds for theological studies.

Episode 29 Dr. James Eglinton joins us to discuss his recent book on Herman Bavinck. Though sometimes presented as a "Jekyll and Hyde" figure (the modern Bavinck and the orthodox Bavinck), Eglinton argues that Bavinck was a comprehensive, organic, and wholistic thinker, integrating the Christian worldview into every area of life. We touch on politics, education, anthropology, and his relationship with Vos and Kuyper. Show notes: Eglinton, Bavinck: A Critical Biography, https://www.amazon.com/Bavinck-Critical-Biography-James-Eglinton/dp/1540961354/ Bavinck, Christian Wordlview, https://www.amazon.com/Christian-Worldview-Herman-Bavinck/dp/1433563193/ Bavinck, Reformed Dogmatics, https://www.amazon.com/Reformed-Dogmatics-Set-Herman-Bavinck/dp/0801035767/

Episode 28 This week we welcome international speaker and celebrated author (and podcaster) Nancy Guthrie to the show. Nancy talks with us about the importance of Biblical Theology for understanding the Scriptures: all of the Scripture is practical because "it causes us to adore Christ." Other topics include: how women can use their seminary education and how pastors can treat women in their church as theological colleagues. Show notes: www.nancyguthrie.com Help Me Teach the Bible Podcast. https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/podcasts/help-me-teach-the-bible/ God Does His Best with Empty. https://www.amazon.com/God-Does-Best-Work-Empty/dp/1496439694 Clowney, The Unfolding Mystery. https://www.amazon.com/Unfolding-Mystery-Second-Discovering-Testament/dp/1596388927 Wright, Knowing Christ Through The Old Testament. https://www.amazon.com/Knowing-Jesus-Through-Old-Testament/dp/0830816933 Goldsworthy, The Goldsworthy Trilogy. https://www.amazon.com/Goldsworthy-Trilogy-Gospel-Kingdom-Revelation/dp/1842270362 DeRouchie, 40 Questions about Biblical Theology. https://www.amazon.com/40-Questions-About-Biblical-Theology/dp/0825445604

Author and pastor, Danny Olinger, discusses the life and work of Geerhardus Vos, a renowned biblical theologian. They explore Vos's relationships, his passion for long walks, and the contributions of his wife and daughter. The podcast highlights Vos's significant influence on theology, his interest in connecting biblical and systematic theology, and his enduring legacy in the field.

Episode 26 Many of us have and continue to worship virtually during this difficult season, which raises the question: why did we ever worship together in the first place? Is it merely a matter of convenience? A relic of a pre-internet era? This week we discuss the importance of embodied corporate worship. Why does God want us to meet together, and how can we begin to return to that vision safely post-Covid?