Just and Sinner Podcast

I was joined by Pastor Lewis Polzin to discuss chapter three of Henry Eyster Jacob's book "A Summary of the Christian Faith" on the doctrine of the Holy Trinity.

Today's program was more in the format of a seminary lecture than a normal podcast. I discussed the importance of the ordo salutis, the nature of contemporary objections to the idea, and finally gave a brief overview of the various aspects of the order of salvation.

On today's program I interviewed Dr Joel Biermann on his recent book "A Case for Character." We discussed virtue ethics, Law and Gospel reductionism, Escondido theology, and many other topics.

On today's program, I gave an overview of American Lutheran history, and mentioned some of the most important figures within American Lutheran history.

On today's program, I played audio from a seminary my wife (Lisa Cooper) gave at the AALC National Convention this summer on evaluating women's Bible studies. She discussed common misunderstandings of Scripture and distortions of the Gospel which one should look out for.

Explore the fascinating beliefs of the early church about the Eucharist. Discover how figures like Ignatius and Justin Martyr affirmed the real presence of Christ in the sacrament. Learn about the unique perspectives of early apologists facing accusations of cannibalism. Hear about Irenaeus's teachings linking the Eucharist to eternal life and Hippolytus on early liturgical practices. Finally, delve into the historical consensus on the real presence that shaped Christian thought through the centuries.

Dive into the fascinating nuances of the Lord's Supper as key Biblical passages are examined. The discussion contrasts Lutheran beliefs with Zwingli and Calvin, highlighting real participation in Christ's body and blood. Justin emphasizes the significance of the Last Supper's literal words and explores connections to the Passover. The debate surrounding Christ's presence raises intriguing questions, particularly regarding his human nature and divine attributes. He also touches on the promise of Christ's continual presence, enriching the theological discourse.

Explore the Lutheran perspective on the Lord's Supper, focusing on the phrase 'This is my body.' Delve into the Greek meaning of 'estin,' advocating for a literal interpretation. Discover the distinctions in Gospel accounts, particularly Luke's remembrance phrase. Analyze Paul's teachings in 1 Corinthians and address common objections from Reformed perspectives. A unique examination of figurative language reveals critical differences in meaning, particularly around the concept of representation versus literal presence.

Dive into the fascinating world of the Lord's Supper as various theological perspectives collide! Explore the Lutheran rejection of consubstantiation and discover Aquinas's views on transubstantiation. Justin contrasts Zwingli's purely symbolic interpretation with Calvin's nuanced approach of real participation. Delve into how Christology shapes Eucharistic views and the debate over 'in, with, and under' language. Plus, a look at the paradox of resistible grace awaits! This thought-provoking discussion sets the stage for an enlightening trilogy.

On today's program I finished my response to an article by Federal Vision leader Rich Lusk titled "Why the Law/Gospel Paradigm is Flawed," which can be found here. I discussed the relationship between the law and promise, the nature of the Mosaic administration, and the broad and narrow sense of the term "Law."