In this episode, Aldo Leon critiques the views of Owen Strachan, a Baptist theologian and professor, on the relationship between the Great Commission and the civil sphere. Leon argues that Strachan has a narrow and pietistic understanding of the Great Commission, which excludes the role of the law, the magistrate, and the Christianization of society. Leon contends that the Great Commission is not just about making disciples through baptism and teaching, but also about applying the lordship of Ch...
Feb 21, 2024•1 hr 50 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, Aldo Leon tackles the controversial topic of the local vs. global flood debate. He examines the biblical text of Genesis 6-9 and argues that there is no textual or theological basis for a local flood interpretation. He also responds to some of the arguments and objections raised by Gavin Ortlund, a pastor and theologian who advocates for a local flood view. Aldo shows how the local flood view undermines the connection between the Noahic flood and the final ju...
Feb 14, 2024•1 hr 38 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, Pastor Aldo Leon critically examines an article, "Lessons from the Lutheran Tradition for 2024" ( https://www.firstthings.com/web-exclusives/2024/01/lessons-from-the-lutheran-tradition-for-2024 ) by Carl Trueman, a prominent Reformed theologian and historian, who argues that Christians should not be preoccupied with the temporal and civil affairs of this age, but rather focus on the eternal truths of the gospel and the confessional documents of Protestantism....
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 14 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, Pastor Aldo Leon talks with his friend and fellow pastor, George Sayour, about the dangers of Christ-centered antinomianism, a way of interpreting the Bible that neglects the moral and ethical implications of the Old Testament narratives. They discuss how this approach is contrary to the Reformed tradition, the biblical theology of Christ and his Spirit, and the call to live by faith in union with Christ. They also share their personal journeys of discovering...
Jan 31, 2024•1 hr 20 min
This Kingdom Polemics episode is a rebroadcast from the "City of God" podcast wherein Pastor Rob Pacienza from Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church talks with Pastor Aldo Leon from Pinelands Presbyterian Church and David Bibee, the director of Christian Education at Coral Ridge, about the theological foundation of Christian nationalism and how it relates to eschatology and cultural engagement. They discuss the problems and implications of Dispensationalism, the most common end times view among Americ...
Jan 23, 2024•1 hr 4 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, host Aldo Leon provides an introduction to a rebroadcast of The Westminster Standard ( https://www.youtube.com/@RFBWCF/podcasts ), hosted by Ryan Biese. Pastor Biese invites four ministers to discuss the historic Protestant view of the second commandment and its implications for the use of images of Christ in worship and education. The panelists are Dr. T. David Gordon, George Sayour, Andrew Smyth, and Aldo Leon. They explore the biblical, theological, and co...
Jan 17, 2024•1 hr 45 min
In this episode, Aldo Leon, the host of Kingdom Polemics, teaches on the Westminster Confession of Faith Chapter 19 ( https://students.wts.edu/resources/creeds/westminsterconfession.html#Chapter_19 ), which deals with the law of God and its use for mankind. He explains the difference between the moral, ceremonial, and judicial laws, and how they apply to all people in all times. He also challenges some common misconceptions and errors regarding the law of God, such as antinomianism, theonomy, an...
Jan 11, 2024•47 min
In this episode, Aldo Leon, the host of Kingdom Polemics, explores the differences between theonomy and Westminster theology. He argues that theonomy is incompatible with the classic theism, covenantalism, and law distinctions of the Westminster divines. He also critiques the social trinitarianism, monocoventalism, and judicial moralism of the theonomists. He challenges the listeners to examine the sources, systems, and streams of their theology and to be faithful to the confessional standards o...
Jan 06, 2024•1 hr 48 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, host Aldo Leon interacts with Al Mohler's discussion on Christian nationalism and the role of the church in society. Leon, a Presbyterian pastor and theologian, agrees with some of Mohler's points, but also challenges his Baptist perspective on the relationship between the first and second table of the law, the confessional state, and the covenantal worldview. Leon argues that the Christian worldview is both the foundation and the threat of the American const...
Jan 01, 2024•1 hr 22 min
In this episode, Pastor Aldo Leon interacts with a conversation between Kevin DeYoung and David VanDrunen on the book Politics After Christendom, written by VanDrunen. Pastor Aldo challenges some of the claims and arguments made by the author, especially regarding the nature and role of the Noahic covenant in political theology. He also offers a different perspective that is more consistent with Reformed covenant theology and the Westminster standards. Some of the topics discussed in this episod...
Dec 29, 2023•1 hr 57 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, your host Aldo Leon offers insightful commentary on a recent Presbycast podcast episode titled "Surviving Thanksgiving...and Prepping for 2024" ( https://presbycast.libsyn.com/surviving-thanksgivingand-prepping-for-2024 ), featuring guests Dr. R. Scott Clark, Job Dalomba, and Mayor Sean. Aldo delves into the discussion, addressing the critique of Christian nationalism and Presbycast's reluctance to engage in certain conversations. Throughout the episode, he u...
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr 54 min
In this episode, host Aldo Leon discusses a controversial topic in the church: whether women can teach doctrine to men in settings other than the public worship service. He invites Zachary Garris, a pastor and author, to share his perspective and insights from Scripture and the Reformed tradition. They explore the following questions: What do the Westminster Standards say about the role of women in teaching and leading in the church and the family? How do the passages in 1 Corinthians 14 and 1 T...
Dec 11, 2023•1 hr 47 min
In this episode, Aldo Leon reviews and critiques Doug Wilson's YouTube video response to an article written by Kevin DeYoung on the Moscow mood, the cultural and theological project led by Doug Wilson. Leon argues that DeYoung's article is too flattering and weak, and that Wilson's response is narcissistic and evasive. Leon also points out some of the rotten fruits and false teachings of Wilson's ministry, such as: Paedocommunion: Wilson advocates for giving the Lord's Supper to infants and todd...
Dec 07, 2023•1 hr 20 min
In this episode, host Aldo Leon discusses how the law or gospel paradigm, popularized by some Reformed theologians, can lead to ethical problems and biblical distortions. He argues that this paradigm is not faithful to the Reformed tradition or the Scripture, and that it fails to account for the complexity and diversity of the law and the gospel in their various senses and uses. He interacts with some tweets by R. Scott Clark, a prominent proponent of this paradigm, and shows how they are incons...
Dec 04, 2023•1 hr 7 min
In this episode, Aldo Leon challenges the common view that the New Testament church is in a state of perpetual wandering and exile, like Israel in the wilderness or Babylon. He argues that this view is based on a misinterpretation of the biblical motifs of sojourner and exile, and that it ignores the promises of God to restore and renew his people and his creation. He also explains how this view leads to pessimism and passivity in the church, and how it contradicts the hope and mission of the go...
Nov 14, 2023•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, Pastor Aldo Leon interviews Pastor Gavin Beers, a minister of the Free Church of Scotland (Continuing) in Burlington, NC. They discuss the biblical doctrine of the establishment principle, which teaches that civil magistrates have a duty to promote and protect true religion according to God's law. Pastor Beers explains the historical and theological background of this doctrine, as well as its implications for church and state relations in the present day. He also responds to som...
Nov 04, 2023•1 hr 36 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, Pastor Aldo Leon shares his journey from being almost convinced of exclusive psalmody to embracing psalms mostly as his position on singing in public worship. He explains why he thinks the reformed tradition has room for difference on this issue and why he believes that other elements of worship, such as prayer, preaching, and the Lord's Supper, allow for expounding the word of God in our own words. He also warns against being too narrow and divisive on matte...
Oct 31, 2023•33 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, Pastor Aldo Leon responds to some of the tweets by Owen Strachan, a prominent evangelical leader and theologian. Pastor Leon challenges some of the common Christian cliches that Strachan promotes, such as: There is no Christian prince in Scripture There is no New Testament mandate to theonomize the nations There is no replacement of suffering Christianity with martial Christianity The nations will not become Christian in this age There is no call to Christian...
Oct 28, 2023•1 hr 1 min
In this episode, Pastor Aldo Leon and Pastor Edwin Ramirez discuss the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas from a biblical and covenantal perspective. They explore the historical and theological roots of the tension, the role of God's judgment and mercy, and the implications for Christians today. They also challenge some common misconceptions and assumptions about Israel and the Middle East. The conflict between Israel and Hamas is not a recent phenomenon, but a result of God's prophecy and...
Oct 25, 2023•1 hr 41 min
In this episode, Aldo Leon exposes the misuse and abuse of the term gospel-centered in the evangelical world. He argues that many people claim to be gospel-centered, but in reality they are not. He shows how the gospel is often reduced to a slogan, a formula, or a technique, rather than a comprehensive and glorious truth that shapes our whole lives. He then clarifies what gospel-centered means and why it matters. He says that being gospel-centered means living in light of the person and work of ...
Oct 16, 2023•52 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, Aldo Leon continues his critique of Owen Strachan's views on Christianity and politics. He challenges some of the arguments that Strachan makes at the G3 about Christian Nationalism, such as: The idea that Christianization is only a future reality, not a present one. The idea that suffering for Christ is incompatible with seeking Christian influence in society. The idea that faith in the gospel is opposed to faith in God's covenantal promises for the nations....
Oct 11, 2023•49 min
In this episode, Aldo Leon responds to some of the comments made by Owen Strachan, a prominent evangelical theologian and professor, at the G3 conference on the topic of Christian nationalism. Leon challenges Strachan's views on free speech, blasphemy laws, and the role of the church and the state in society. He argues that Strachan is not consistent with the biblical, reformed, and historical perspective on these issues, and that he is influenced by secular and Baptist assumptions. Leon also in...
Oct 07, 2023•1 hr 13 min
In this riveting episode of Kingdom Polemics, Pastor Aldo Leon takes us on a deep dive into Acts 27, revealing the true essence of masculinity through the lens of Paul's life. Discover how Paul's courage and leadership extended beyond theology and doctrine, making him a beacon of strength in real-life situations. This episode challenges men in the church to embody these qualities, facing life's trials with faith and vulnerability. But it doesn't stop there! Pastor Leon illuminates how Christ, as...
Sep 26, 2023•9 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, host Aldo Leon talks with Robbie Crouse, a professor of systematic theology at Knox Theological Seminary, about the case for weekly communion. They discuss the historical views and practices of the church regarding the frequency and significance of the Lord's Supper, as well as the biblical and confessional basis for celebrating it every Lord's Day. They also address some common objections and challenges to weekly communion, such as the fear of being too Roma...
Sep 23, 2023•1 hr 13 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, Aldo Leon provides a rebroadcast of Pinelands Presbyterian's Catechism (6-Aug-23) of the Westminster Confession of Faith VII.5 and VII.6, where he teaches on the covenant of grace and how it is the only way that God relates to sinners after the fall. He explains how the covenant of grace was differently administered in the Old and New Testaments, and how the New Testament saints have a greater fullness and spiritual efficacy of the same grace. He also address...
Sep 11, 2023•44 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, Pastor Aldo Leon talks to Pastor Sean McGowan, a PCA pastor and author of the book "Psalms that Curse: A Brief Primer" ( https://a.co/d/7i6Oj6x ). They discuss the following topics: What are imprecatory psalms and why did Sean write a book about them? How do imprecatory psalms fit with the New Testament teaching on loving our enemies and praying for those who persecute us? How do imprecatory psalms reflect the character and justice of God and his word? How ca...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of Kingdom Polemics! In this installment, Pastor Aldo brings you a captivating excerpt from Ryan Biese's podcast, The Westminster Standard ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-westminster-standard/id1697897574 ). Join Pastor Aldo as he engages in a dynamic discussion with Pastor Ryan Biese ( https://www.fpfo.org/leadership ) and Pastor Derrick Brite ( https://www.firstpresaliceville.org/ ), prominent figures within the PCA. Together, they delve...
Aug 31, 2023•43 min
In this episode of Kingdom Polemics, Aldo Leon warns about the dangers of white wokeness, a movement that elevates white ethnicity and culture to a spiritual and moral level. He exposes the faulty assumptions and arguments of white woke advocates, such as the Daily Genevan, who claim to defend their Christian nation, Anglo heritage, and God from globalist and anti-Christ enemies. He also traces the roots of white wokeness to the theonomic teachings of Rousas Rushdoony, who advocated for racial a...
Aug 24, 2023•1 hr 31 min
Welcome to Kingdom Polemics, the podcast where we explore the reformed perspectives on Christ's kingship and kingdom. In this episode, you will hear Pastor Aldo Leon preach on Psalms 2 from the pulpit of Pinelands Presbyterian Church in Cutler Bay, Florida. Psalms 2 is a powerful text that shows how Christ triumphs over the raging nations and blesses those who take refuge in him. The sermon connects Psalms 2 with Psalms 1, and shows how the blessed man of Psalms 1 has earned a kingdom by his obe...
Aug 19, 2023•1 hr 5 min
In this episode, Pastor Aldo Leon discusses the problem of churches that are more conservative than they are confessional. He argues that many churches in the reformed Presbyterian world have a superficial understanding of the first table of the law, which deals with our duties to God, and a lack of awareness of the confessional standards that summarize the biblical teaching on worship, liturgy, images, holy days, and the Sabbath. He points out the inconsistencies and dangers of this approach, a...
Aug 16, 2023•1 hr 9 min
