Catechized

[WE are a podcast about the historic, reformed confessions and catechisms. We are hoping to connect the church of the present with the church of the past in order to equip Christians today to know why they believe what they believe in a way that enables them to pass on the faith to the next generation.] // BASICALLY - we've both benefitted a lot from study of the Westminster and Heidelberg catechisms - and other similar things- and we think that they are underrated. We want to share what has been exciting for us to learn in a way that makes old reformed documents more interesting and accessible. // SO give us a chance - the souls of your children depend upon it! //// ABOUT your hosts: // JOSH is a high school Bible teacher and classic 'jack of all trades, master of none' ... at least the master of none part. He is a graduate of Grove City College and Reformed Theological Seminary (DC) and is newly married to a beautiful woman who is grateful for another outlet for his biblical and theological ramblings. (She requests that you all keep listening so that she has some continued rest from, "just another thing I was thinking about.") // JON 'the divine' is originally from in the middle of nowhere in Michigan. He grew up in a Lutheran church memorizing creeds and singing liturgies like it was his job, until he went to college and the Reformed tradition got ahold of him. Now, he is a student at Reformed Theological Seminary, a director of youth ministry in his local church, and a heavy consumer of books, film, and music.

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2.8 Three Doctrines of Sin

WE'RE BACK! As expected... and we're discussing the 18th question of the Shorter Catechism. This question and answer have allowed us to expand on three main doctrines regarding a biblical understanding of sin - Imputed Guilt, Original Sin, and Total Depravity. We also get to here Jon pronounce 'deprivity' in an indefensible way - check it out.

Sep 07, 2020•40 min

2.7 Sin and Misery

The 17th question of the Catechism takes us to a discussion on the consequences of sin. Listen in on our discussion of the two-fold way we understand these consequences in a way that challenges us to long for justice and show great compassion.

Aug 31, 2020•41 min

2.6 Adam's Covenant Headship

Ever wondered why Adam's sin ruined all of humanity? WSC 16 addresses why Adam's fall plunged mankind and all of creation into sin and our discussion this week seeks to explain how that works.

Aug 24, 2020•48 min

2.5 The Fall

Join us for a discussion of Genesis 3 and the narrative of the Fall! This week we cover the story of sin's entrance into the world along with some (non-heretical) biblical/theological speculations about that event. Enjoy!

Aug 17, 2020•50 min

2.4 Sin Defined

This week we look at and discuss a biblical definition of sin. Our conversation covers the nature and reality of God's law as well as some reflection on historic confessions of sin.

Aug 10, 2020•43 min

2.3 Intro to Sin and the Fall

This week we discuss the 13th question of the catechism and introduce a mini series working through questions on the Doctrine of Sin. Today we briefly focus on refuting accusations that God is the author of sin.

Aug 03, 2020•52 min

2.2 The Covenant of Works

This week we discuss covenant theology. Question 12 of the Shorter Catechism addresses God's dealings with Adam -- we use this as an opportunity to talk about how God's relationship with Adam was covenantal in nature. This episode is a lot of fun BUT more importantly covers a topic that is lesser known and also fundamental to the biblical understanding of redemption.

Jul 27, 2020•43 min

2.1 God's Work of Providence

WE'RE BACK! Back to the Westminster Shorter Catechism with a discussion of Question 12. This week we dig in to God's providence and how it ought to be comforting to know that God is guiding all of his creatures and their actions.

Jul 20, 2020•50 min

What is Divine Impassibility? (Footnotes and Proof-Texts)

Inspired by recent events and discussions of articles AND a request that came to us on Instagram we are discussing the doctrine of Impassibility. This often forgotten attribute of God has a lot of encouragement and comfort to offer those who understand it - we hope this episode helps all who listen to that end.

Jul 13, 2020•55 min

What is Reformed Theology? (Footnotes and Proof-Texts)

Our first 'Footnotes and Proof-Texts' episode covers a basic summary of Reformed Theology. In this sub-series we answer important and relevant but slightly off topic questions. Tune in to learn a little bit about some of the main identifiers of Reformed Theology.

Jul 06, 2020•50 min

1.11 Bearing God's Image

In the finale of Catechized Season One we discuss the creation of man as the image bearer of God. We hope our elaboration of a familiar topic is helpful, clarifying, and entertaining. (leave a comment on Apple Podcasts to get Jon cookies // send questions for the show to catechized@gmail.com)

Jun 15, 2020•54 min

1.10 Westminster and the Views of Creation

The long anticipated (by the hosts) episode covering different views of the Genesis creation narrative has finally αrived. After discussing the Shorter Catechism's summary of God's work of creation we discuss competing views of Genesis 1 and the Bible's (and Catechism's) support of those views.

Jun 08, 2020•54 min

1.9 Creation and Providence Intro

This week we discuss the connection between God's decree and his works. Our conversation is a collaboration with the Larger Catechism question 14 which allows us to dig a little bit deeper into some ideas that we hope will stimulate your mind and comfort your heart. Stay tuned to the end to see how you can help out Jon the Divine.

Jun 01, 2020•44 min

1.8 The Divine Decree

In episode eight we get real reformed! Our discussion of God's plan, or his decree, covers intellectual and emotional difficulties with God's sovereignty, misconceptions concerning sovereignty, and the goodness in knowing that God is indeed the author of past, present, and future.

May 25, 2020•52 min

1.7 The Trinity

This week we discuss the doctrine of the Trinity. Tune in to hear all about the ways the Bible reveals God to be triune and what exactly that means. We've also got some fun heresies and analogies for you so stick around to the end!

May 18, 2020•39 min

1.6 One, Living, and True God

This week we take a look at the Shorter Catechism's fifth question and answer. Our discussion cover's the Bible's assertion of monotheism and distinction between and refutation of both polytheism and idolatry.

May 11, 2020•37 min

1.5 What is God?

What is God? This week we talk about the answer to this question provided by the fourth question of the Westminster Shorter Catechism. In our discussion we look at God's nature, the unique relationship between God's nature and his attributes, and the blessing it is to know God as he has revealed himself.

May 04, 2020•43 min

1.4 What does Scripture Teach?

Our discussion of the third question of the Westminster Shorter Catechism expands on the doctrine of the sufficiency of scripture. As we talk about what God has revealed in the Old and New Testaments we address loving God and obeying God as the two summative categories of scripture.

Apr 27, 2020•47 min

1.3 The Rule of Faith

This week we discuss the Westminster Shorter Catechism Question 2. In light of the question we talk broadly about the relationship between tradition and scripture and the doctrine Sola Scriptura which flowed from the Reformation.

Apr 20, 2020•47 min

1.2 Man's Chief End

This week we jump into the Westminster Shorter Catechism with a discussion on the most (and maybe only) famous question and answer. We also challenge some thoughts from the guys at the Bible Project (whom we genuinely respect and appreciate).

Apr 20, 2020•44 min

1.1 A Brief History of Westminster and Why Catechisms Matter

The show's first episode! To kick off our time we discuss the Westminster Assembly and the publishing of the Confession and Larger and Shorter Catechisms. Following that "history lesson" we talk about why we value these historic documents and share our reasons for doing the show.

Apr 19, 2020•46 min

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