Theology for the Church

Joshua Greever, Associate Professor of New Testament at Bethlehem College and Seminary, joins Caleb to discuss a progressive covenantalist perspective on Paul and Moses's law. Topics include the unity of the law, its applicability to Christians today, and the role of Moses's law in civil governments. They explore Paul's view on the law, its temporary nature, and his interpretation of civil government. They also touch on the church's mission, engagement with society, and resources for understanding progressive covenantalism and ethics.

Jason DeRouchie, Professor of Old Testament, discusses applying Moses's law to Christians. Topics include: tripartite division of the law, laws relevant to Christians today, interpreting laws through Christ's fulfillment, applying individual laws in ministry, and the unity of Moses's law expressing love for God and neighbor.

In this episode, Caleb is joined by Daniel Scheiderer (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) pastor at Grace Baptist Church in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania to compare Baptist covenant theologies: 1689 Federalism and Progressive Covenantalism. Together they discuss questions like: Where did these systems emerge from? How does each system understand the theological and historical covenants? What similarities and differences are their between these two systems? And more. Resources:Comparing Baptist Covenant Theologies by Richard Lucas ⁠https://equip.sbts.edu/publications/the-past-and-future-of-baptist-covenantal-theology-comparing-1689-federalism-and-progressive-covenantalism/⁠Christ Over All (Long and short form journal articles overviewing PC) ⁠https://christoverall.com/theme/a-primer-on-progressive-covenantalism/⁠Kingdom through Covenant: A Biblical-Theological Understanding of the Covenants by Stephen Wellum and Peter Gentry ⁠https://a.co/d/2fH7oHt⁠Progressive Covenantalism: Charting a Course between Dispensational and Covenantal Theologies ⁠https://a.co/d/9EQIqTr⁠Covenantal and Dispensational Theologies: Four Views on the Continuity of Scripture edited by Brent Parker and Richard Lucas ⁠Covenantal and Dispensational Theologies: Four Views on the Continuity of Scripture⁠40 Questions About Biblical Theology by Jason DeRouchie, Oren Martin, and Andy Naselli ⁠https://a.co/d/aEz0HIS⁠Covenant Theology: From Adam to Christ by Nehemiah Coxe ⁠https://a.co/d/11VEmhK⁠The Mystery of Christ, His Covenant, and His Kingdom by Samuel Renihan ⁠https://a.co/d/apIdFdD⁠The Distinctiveness of Baptist Covenant Theology by Pascal Denault ⁠https://a.co/d/bgnLIAH⁠1689 Federalism.com ⁠https://www.1689federalism.com/

The podcast delves into the comparison between Baptist covenant theologies: 1689 Federalism and Progressive Covenantalism. Topics include the historical origins, theological distinctiveness, Covenant of Works, interpreting the Decalogue for ethics, harmonizing theological differences in church fellowship, and key resources on Baptist covenantal theology.

In this episode, Caleb is joined by Darrell Bock (PhD, University of Aberdeen) professor of New Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary to discuss progressive dispensationalism (PD) and dispensational theologies. Together they discuss topics like: key tenets of PD, hermeneutics, covenants and eschatology compared and contrasted with/to other dispensational and covenant theologies.Resources: Covenantal and Dispensational Theologies: Four Views on the Continuity of Scripture edited by Richard Lucas and Brent Parker Progressive Dispensationalism by Craig Blaising and Darrell Bock Dispensational Hermeneutics: Interpretation Principles that Guide Dispensationalism's Understanding of the Bible's Storyline by Michael Vlach Dispensationalism: Essential Beliefs and Common Myths by Michael Vlach

Daniel Hummel, Director of The Lumen Center and an expert in American religious history, dives into the captivating world of dispensationalism. He traces its origins with John Nelson Darby and unveils key figures like Dwight Moody who shaped its rise. Their discussion reveals dispensationalism’s profound influence on American culture, evangelicalism, and Christian education. Hummel critiques the gap between popular and academic understandings, while reflecting on personal experiences growing up within this theological framework.

In this episode, Caleb and guest, Steve Wellum (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School), discuss the theological system known as progressive covenantalism and how it helps us understand and apply the storyline of Scripture to our lives. Wellum is Professor of Christian Theology at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of numerous essays, articles, and books. Most notably he is the co-author with Peter Gentry of Kingdom through Covenant, God the Son Incarnate: The Doctrine of the Person of Christ, and is currently working on a two-volume systematic theology, the first of which will be available for purchase in February of 2024.Resources Christ from Beginning to End: How the Full Story of Scripture Reveals the Full Glory of Christ by Steve Wellum and Trent Hunter https://a.co/d/is2LMKj God's Kingdom through God's Covenants: A Concise Biblical Theology by Steve Wellum and Peter Gentry https://a.co/d/4cfgKOt Progressive Covenantalism: Charting a Course between Dispensational and Covenantal Theologies edited by Steve Wellum and Brent Parker https://a.co/d/70jf5nb Covenantal and Dispensational Theologies: Four Views on the Continuity of Scripture edited by Richard Lucas and Brent Parker https://a.co/d/7ZaYyea The Past and Future of Baptist Covenantal Theology: Comparing 1689 Federalism and Progressive Covenantalism by Richard Lucas https://equip.sbts.edu/publications/the-past-and-future-of-baptist-covenantal-theology-comparing-1689-federalism-and-progressive-covenantalism/

In this episode, Caleb talks with Dr. Patrick Abendroth (Dmin, Ligonier) lead pastor of Omaha Bible Church and co-host of the Pactum Podcast to discuss his new book, Covenant Theology. https://www.thepactum.org/Covenant Theology by Pat Abendroth

Dr. Brandon Crowe discusses biblical theology of covenant and law, highlighting the relationship between a king and his people, the progression of covenants from Noah to the new covenant in Christ. Emphasizes faith over works, Jesus as the ultimate covenant fulfiller, and the importance of obedience in Christian life. Recommends theological resources for deeper understanding.

Brent Parker and Richard Lucas, PhD graduates from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, delve into their latest book on covenantal and dispensational theologies. They discuss the importance of various theological frameworks for understanding Scripture, highlighting continuity between the Old and New Testaments. The conversation explores key concepts like the relationship between Israel and the Church, and emphasizes the need for humility in theological discourse. Their insights offer valuable perspectives for ministry and church unity amidst diverse views.