The London Lyceum

Jordan and Matt Ntiros talk with Jeff Koperski about physics, metaphysics, and Thomism. They cover topics like: What are Thomistic metaphysics and physics? What are its central commitments? What are the key aspects of Thomistic physics and metaphysics that you find problematic? What metaphysical shifts needed to occur in order for modern science and the scientific revolution to take off? What alternative metaphysical commitments does modern science depend on? Does any of this change with the advent of quantum mechanics? Is quantum mechanics perhaps more consistent with Thomism than classical physics, or is the situation still the same? And more!Support the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan discusses the necessity and role of confessions for local church and denominational life.Resources:1) The Creedal ImperativeSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan talks with Alex DiPrima about Spurgeon's ministry to the poor. They cover topics like: What is mercy ministry? Where should we think of mercy ministry and social concern as fitting the larger mission of the church? How did Spurgeon find time to focus on things besides preaching? Was Spurgeon's mercy ministry a standard approach among reformed congregations or was it unique? What can churches use today from Spurgeon's past ministry? Where are churches today deficient? Did Spurgeon get any pushback from his fellow Baptists in London on these matters? And more!Resources:1) Spurgeon and the Poor, Alex DiPrimaSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan is joined by Garrett, Morgan, Jacob, and Hunter as they discuss a wide range of topics including inerrancy, John Gill and premodern interpretation, the Song of Solomon, the intellect and evangelism, the authorial intent of creeds and confessions, anthropology, and more.Support the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan talks with Derek King about the problem of divine hiddenness. They cover topics like: What is the problem of divine hiddenness? How is it related to the problem of evil? Who has advanced this worry? Is it common among lay thinkers? What is Gregory of Nyssa's concept of knowing God by participation? How is it relevant? What is the role of the church in the problem of divine hiddenness? What does group agency have to do with anything? How is Christ present in the liturgy? Which liturgical actions are most important and why? And much more!Resources:1) The Church and the Problem of Divine Hiddenness, Derek KingSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jake and Jesse introduce themselves and describe the purpose of the show.Resources:1) 8 reasons Baptist history should matter to youSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan talks with Thomas Jay Oord about open and relational theology. They cover topics like: What is open and relational theology? How might it differ from conventional theologies like classical or neo-classical theism? What does it mean for God to be loving? What is the logic of love? If the future is open and undetermined how can God predict the future and have detailed prophecies recorded in scripture? What should we make of texts that ascribe plans to the definite foreknowledge of God? Why assume freedom for creatures must have genuine choices among possibilities?  And much more.Resources:1)  Center for Open and Relational TheologySupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Joel Chopp, a Wesleyan theologian and expert on Thomas Aquinas, dives into fascinating discussions about Aquinas's relationship with Scripture and free will. He challenges the idea that Aquinas is a proto-Protestant on sola scriptura by highlighting his reverence for Scripture's authority. Chopp explains scholastic exegesis and critiques of medieval methods, while also examining Aquinas's complex ideas of divine freedom and God's will. He argues that God's creation isn't necessary and emphasizes how these insights can benefit modern pastors.

*Kiffin's Keep is a YouTube channel that is only available in podcast format for subscribers. Watch them all for free here on YouTube.*Jordan explains what Analytic Theology is, offers resources on it, defends it against the most common objections, and answers several questions.Resources:T&T Clark Handbook to AT: https://amzn.to/3Z5WKoyThe Nature and Promise of AT: https://amzn.to/3IakLnT (It's actually affordable now contra my memory!)An Invitation to Analytic Christian Theology: https://amzn.to/3Z0aIIKAnalytic Theology as a Way of Life: https://jat-ojs-baylor.tdl.org/jat/ar...Support the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan talks with Paul Gavrilyuk about divine impassibility. They cover topics like: What is the doctrine of divine impassibility? Is the doctrine biblical in any sense? Is it a false dilemma to choose between an unrestrictedly impassible and unrestrictedly passible God? Are there various different ways it has been understood in history? Is impassibility consistent with any passions being ascribed to God such as love or delight? Is impassibility consistent with God having emotions? If God is to have compassion can he be impassible? Does compassion require suffering?Resources:1) The Suffering of the Impassible God: The Dialectics of Patristic Thought, Paul GavrilyukSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy