In this episode, Pat and Mike discuss ten reasons they say no to theonomy. Resources in this episode: – Critique of Theonomy; a Taxonomy by T. David Gordon – Some Common Theonomic Arguments by Lee Irons You can also access a copy of Pat’s dissertation here ....
May 19, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode Pat and Mike discuss the ordinary means of grace ordained by the Lord for the church. Resources mentioned in this episode: – Ordinary Means by Michael Brown – Ordinary by Michael Horton
May 12, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Join Pat and Mike as they talk about the benefits of being a confessional Christian. Resources mentioned in this episode: – The Creedal Imperative by Carl Trueman – The Need for Creeds Today by J.V. Fesko
May 05, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode we discuss Islam, the second largest religion in the world. We highlight some similarities and key differences between Christianity and Islam. We trust that you will be helped to better understand Islam and be encouraged to love and share Christ with Muslims.
Apr 28, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this last episode of our Machen series, we discuss the final chapter of "Christianity and Liberalism" by J. Gresham Machen.
Apr 21, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode we discuss the sixth chapter on salvation from J. Gresham Machen's work, "Christianity and Liberalism."
Apr 14, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Join us as we discuss chapter four of J. Gresham Machen's "Christianity and Liberalism" on Christ.
Apr 07, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Join us this week as we look at chapter four of Machen's "Christianity and Liberalism."
Mar 31, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 10
On this week's episode we discuss chapter 3 from J. Gresham Machen's book, "Christianity and Liberalism."
Mar 24, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 9
This week we look at chapter two of "Christianity and Liberalism" by J. Gresham Machen. Join us as we look at some of the major themes from the chapter.
Mar 17, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This week we begin a short series, “Marching with Machen,” where we talk about J. Gresham Machen and specifically discuss themes from his book, “Christianity and Liberalism.” You can access “Christianity and Liberalism” here .
Mar 10, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 7
What is a covenant? On this episode of The Pactum we discuss what a covenant is and then discuss eight covenants we see in Scripture. Resources we mention in this episode: – Politics after Christendom (Chapter 2) by David VanDrunen – Biblical Covenants timeline
Mar 03, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This week on The Pactum we discuss Zionism as it relates to hermeneutics. Join us as we work through eight problems with Christian Zionism. Resources mentioned in this episode: – Understanding the Land of the Bible by O. Palmer Roberston (specifically Chapter 10) – Kingdom Prologue by Meredith Kline...
Feb 24, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 5
What does it mean for Jesus to be vindicated and how does this relate to us as believers? Join us as we discuss the justification of Jesus in this episode of The Pactum.
Feb 17, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode we discuss the need for Christians to read the Bible like Christians. Join us as we discuss five biblical reasons for Christ centered preaching, teaching, and reading of God’s Word. Resources mentioned in this episode: – Interpreting Scripture with the Great Tradition: Recovering the Genius of Premodern Exegisis by Craig A. Carter – Canon, Covenant, and Christology: Rethinking Jesus and the Scriptures of Israel by Matthew Barrett – Him We Proclaim by Dennis Johnson – Walking with...
Feb 10, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 3
What is the Law and Gospel paradigm and why is it so important? Join us as we discuss this important topic and see how you do on the Law/Gospel quiz at the end of the episode. Resources mentioned in this episode: – Christless Christianity by Michael Horton – The Christian Faith by Theodore Beza – Institutes of Elenctic Theology by Francis Turretin...
Feb 03, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Join us on The Pactum as we discuss Biblicism. We discuss what biblicism is, where it came from, and its dangers. Resources mentioned in this episode: – The Need for Creeds Today by J.V. Fesko – The Creedal Imperative by Carl Trueman – The London Baptist Confession of 1689 – The Shape of Sola Scriptura by Keith Mathison...
Jan 27, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 1
