Apologetics from the Attic

During AK Richardson 's debate with James White on Romans 9 on Thursday evening, he gave me a shout out! He mentioned the debate He and I had on perseverance of the saints, and the section where we debated Romans 8 on the topic. This debate took place several years ago on the IrresistibleTruth  channel and we each chose three passages of Scripture which we felt best taught our position. Please enjoy this throwback episode and I apologize there has been no new content for a few weeks. New content coming soon...Link to Romans 9 Debate https://www.youtube.com/live/VOrVpiRAWVY?si=U8uPrH7x8I53x2sm

Here is the audio of a debate I was involved in on May 10, 2021 on the topic of Faith and Regeneration. It was a 3 on 3 debate, where I was on the team taking the position that regeneration precedes faith. 3 Arminians (Dane Van Eys, David Pallmann, Dan Chapa) take on 3 Calvinists (Tyler Fowler, Ty Brillhart, David Louis) in this 2 HOUR EPISODE to debate the thesis "Does Faith Precede Regeneration?"Order of Events:1ST HOUR1) Dane Van Eys - 15 Min Positive Opening Statement2) Tyler Fowler - 15 Min Negative Opening Statement3) David Pallmann - 15 Min Positive Rebuttal4) Ty Brillhart - 15 Min Negative Rebuttal----------10 MIN BREAK----------2ND HOUR1) 40 Min Cross Examination (4x 10 min segments)2) Dan Chapa - 10 Min Positive Closing Statement3) David Louis - 10 Min Negative Closing StatementModerators:Joshua "Jimmy" Davidson & Cole Perkins

In this episode, we continue studying the topic of Limited Atonement by reading through the excellent introduction by J.I. Packer to the Banner of Truth Edition of John Owen's "Death of Death in the Death of Christ". This intro deserves to be read regularly by those who want to understand the issues at stake between Calvinism and Arminianism. Link to Intro here : https://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/sdg/packer_deathintro.html

In this video, I cover the excellent presentation of Dr. David Allen and Dan Chapa, laying out the issues surrounding the Sufficieny of Christ's Atonement in the Limited Atonement debate. This discussion took place on  @Soteriology101  We look at the 4 terms that Dr. Allen says are crucial to understanding the issues at stake. We also look at Dan Chapa's McDonald's fries analogy, which I change to the Chick Fil-A fried analogy :)Original Video https://www.youtube.com/live/1a574NEYJnw?si=0Hyp90tNlE9h4XLV Shai Linne -Mission Accomplished https://youtu.be/hZ_jFO2VzRQ?si=oSkqO9DtkVrDaUm7

In this episode, we read through a chapter in Curt Daniel's book "The History & Theology of Calvinism" where he details the Reformed view of Limited Atonement. We cover what he sees and the consensus in their writings and go over many quotes. This is in preparation as I am planning several response videos to Dr. David Allen and Dan Chapa on their response to the recent Limited Atonement debate.

This is special audio of when I joined TurretinFan live to review the Limited atonement Debate between Nortier & White vs. Farris & Chapa. We cover Dr. Farris's Cross exam of Dr. White. Enjoy.TurretinFan's youtube page - https://www.youtube.com/@TurretinFanDebate Link - https://www.youtube.com/live/6KjJI5P_M3o?si=La0rGKQ2Tg0VmnEh

In this video, We read through a section of Phillip Schaff's "History of the Christian Church" entitled External History of the Pelagian Controversy. We discover that the controversy between Pelagius and Augustine is much more complicated and detailed than many modern accounts you will hear. We see how having this more in depth knowledge of the history will equip you to respond to non-calvinists and their claims about Pelagianism and Augustine.

In this video, we continue our review of an interaction between  @StrivingforEternity  and  @Soteriology101  on the topic of Provisionism and Calvinism. Some very important topics were discussed and Sye Ten Bruggencate makes and appearance at the end which you can't miss!

This is a two part review of a discussion between Andrew Rappaport of  @StrivingforEternity  and Leighton Flowers of  @Soteriology101  where they discuss Calvinism and Provisionism. This is a very interesting and cordial discussion where many important questions are asked of Leighton and his responses are interacted with.

In this episode, we continue our series on the Biblical Theology of Penal Substitutionary Atonement. We walk through the book of Numbers and see how God's anger is kindled against Israel in the wilderness, and how Moses, Aaron and others are called to intercede and make atonement for the people.

We continue our study of the Biblical Theology of penal substitutionary atonement by going through the book of Leviticus and seeing what it teaches us.

In this episode, we continue our Biblical Theology of Penal Substitutionary Atonement, walking through the book of Exodus. We look at the Passover, the giving of the Law, the intercession of Moses and other sections which bear on the Biblical presentation of this important doctrine.

In this video, I was invited to come on  @IrresistibleTruth  with Derek Murrell live and answer the 20 questions posed by  @BraxtonHunter  and Trinity Radio.

In this episode, we begin a series where we look at the doctrine of Penal Substitutionary Atonement from a Biblical Theology foundation. Here we walk through the book of Genesis, and explore themes like sacrifice, the curse, the shedding of blood, the patriarchal blessing & curse and Covenant.

In this video, we review a video posted by  @Soteriology101  where Dr. Leighton Flowers has a conversion with  @TwitchyTheologian  about Acts 28 and Genesis 4. We explore how Dr. Flowers presuppositions about original sin and human responsibility in his refuting of Calvinism, if applied to matters of the core Gospel message end up eroding the very foundations of the Gospel.

In this episode, we look at the excellent article written by Bruce Ware entitled "The Compatibility of Determinism and Human Freedom" in the book "Whoever He Wills". It is an excellent study of Biblical texts that teach us that there must be 2 answers to why things happen in history, and not just 1. You were determined from the foundation of the world to watch this video, but you also freely chose to watch it! Enjoy

In this episode, we conclude our review of the video put out by Provisionist Perspective entitled - Response to Calvinism vs BIBLICAL Context Which Makes More Sense. We discuss open theism and some of the problems with online theological discourse.

In this episode, I respond to comments made on a recent video posted by  @TheProvisionistPerspective  where they respond to Chris Date's response to Braxton Hunter asking him to respond to non-calvinist proof texts! :) My concern here isn't necessarily to defend calvinism per se, but to caution that the desire to come against "determinism" in Calvinism can push one to the other extreme and end up denying key elements of the gospel. Enjoy.Link to full video at provisionist perspective here-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3cewbaACBQ&t=9155s

In this episode, we continue our series on Advent by going over the four readings in the ACNA lectionary. We discuss prophetic expectations, Paul's exhortations about anxiety & our thought life, and the ministry of John the Baptist.

In this Episode, we go over the readings in the lectionary for the 2nd sunday in Advent. We discuss the expectations for the first coming of the Messiah and how they were overturned by Christ. We also talk about Paul's ministry to the Corinthians and the teachers that came in after he left and some of the dangers they posed to the health of the Church and ministry.

In this video, we look at the Sunday lectionary readings for the 1st Sunday of Advent. We talk about eschatology and how to interpret prophecies of the future in light of the 1st and 2nd coming of Christ. Then we talk about the history of "online" reformed theology and it's leaders across the generations and the current fruit that is being reaped that is realigning and shaking the world of "reformed" theology online.

In this episode, we continue our study of the book of Romans. We look at how Paul has the Exodus narrative in the background as the type of which Christ is the fulfillment.

In this episode, we continue talking about systematic theology. We discuss the role of theological study, and whether it is intellectual or practical. What is the relationship between knowledge and practice?

We continue our verse by verse study of the book of Romans by discussing the Mind of the Flesh vs. the Mind of the Spirit, and the idea of putting the sinful deeds of the body to death by the Spirit.

In this episode, we look at the all different tools or disciplines used to study the Bible, including-Exegetical Theology-Biblical-Hisotorical-Systematic-Philosophical-Apologetic/Polemical-Ethical-Practical/Poimenic

In this episode, we resume our verse by verse study of the Book of Romans. We talk about how the law is fulfilled in us when we repent, believe and crucify our flesh and walk in the Spirit.

In this episode we watch a clip where John Macarthur explains the importance of Systematic Theology, then we look at a few pages from Reformed Systematic Theology by Beeke and Smalley. Need a Bible Rebound or want to purchase a new rebound Bible? Go to:www.newkenbiblerebinding.com

I was recently invited to be a guest on the Youtube channel called Method Ministries to discuss Justification by Faith Alone and Eastern Orthodoxy as represented by Fr John Whiteford. Link to Method Ministries Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwLRS0w8eHU&t=2510s

In this episode, I review a video posted by Jordan Hatfield on his Great Light Studios Youtube channel where he interviews Geoffrey Robinson about his new book critiquing calvinism. Let's see if this latest critique brings anything new or interesting in the long line of those who have tried to defeat reformed theology. Original video here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUZzj5UVdDw&t=2517s

Here is audio of my appearance on The Gospel Truth with Marlon Wilson, where I was invited to ask questions of 2 Arminians with my friend Jeremiah NortierCheck out Jeremiah's Page and Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/@TheApologeticDogCheck out Marlon's Page and Subscribe!https://www.youtube.com/@tgtengage

In this episode I cover a topic that I haven't really addressed: the topic of Christian Nationalism. I do this by reviewing a video presbycast put out on the topic and I look at a brief clip from Doug Wilson's appearance on Tucker Carlson. Video Link Here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnOV-QdRoCM

This is a sermon recently preacher by Pastor Dave Louis at Abiding Grace Church on Sunday April 21, 2024.Church Websitehttp://www.abidinggracechurch.com/

In this episode we wrap up our review of the White/Flowers debate on John 6:44. This is where the debate really gets heated, and especially Dr. Flowers kind of loses his cool and he departs substantially from the topic of the debate and wanders off into subjects to toss choice red meat to his base. Enjoy! 

In this episode we continue our study of the book of Romans. We looked at the concept of being set free from sin and becoming a slave of righteousness in Romans 6:15-23...and we discover that Paul's autobiographical description in Romans 7:14-25 fits this description. We talk about true repentance and other related issues. 

In this episode we continue our review of the White/Flowers debate on John 6:44We make it through Dr. White's first cross ex of Dr. Flowers and Dr. Flowers first cross ex of Dr. White. This is where the debate gets interesting. 

In this episode, we continue our study of what Paul means when he says we "died to sin". To do this I show how Paul explains the indicatives of 6:1-14 in 7:1-13. We go over the marraige analogy that Paul works from and we see Paul's own experience of dying to sin. 

In this episode, we continue our review of the John 6:44 debate between Flowers and White. We finish up Dr. Flowers opening statement, and look at his use of John 10, John 3 and his understanding of how John 6:45 and his interpretation of it is to be read back into the entirety of John 6:35-44. Next time we will begin looking at the cross examination period. Episode done by Rogue Calvinist Channel that I mentionedhttps://youtu.be/b6a5455afCk?si=icpJjJYqe-B35s0w

We continue working through an article written by Christopher Bounds entitled "How Are People Saved? The Major Views Of Salvation With a Focus On Wesleyan Perspectives And Their Implications" . In this episode we read Bounds short section describing Augustinianism. Then we spend the rest of the time reading the sources cited. We read a sectioen from Augustine's Enchiridion, the Westminster Confession, Calvin's Institutes, and a statement by the LCMS (Lutheran Church MIssouri Synod) Of the Election of Grace. Link to Article here: https://www.jstor.org/stable/42909800Link to sourceshttps://www.projectwittenberg.org/pub/resources/text/wittenberg/mosynod/web/doct-14.html

In this new episode of our study of the book of Romans, we introduce a very important but very difficult section of Romans: chapters 6 and 7. Here we lay the groundwork for future episodes, by talking about the relationship of these two chapters, looking at Paul's understanding of the role of the Law, and talking about the difference between the indicative and the imperative. 

In this episode, I review parts of the video released by American Gospel, where Sam Storms and Michael Brown have a conversation with Jim Osman and Justin Peters on the topic of the charismatic movement and if the leading figures are false teachers or if they are headed for hell. Both sides make several good points, but the conveersation also goes off the rails at points. This is an excellent opportunity to discuss what the "foundational" doctrines of the Christian Church are, what accountability in the local church should look like, and how the internet and Youtube have created the wild west of doctrine and practice. Link to full 4 hour discussionhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dd8b2ia66ms&t=6174sAmerican Gospel's Response to Michael Brown bringing up the anti-semitism of Lutherhttps://www.americangospelfilm.com/ag3-production-blog/michael-brown-martin-luther-manipulationLink to where Chris Rosebrough calls into MIchael Brown's show https://youtu.be/qay9pEzvJXM?si=7T_ZSgcxwxj3LGrK

In this episode, we begin a review of the recent debate between James White and Leighton Flowers. We looked at about 2/3 of Dr. Flowers opening statement. Orignal link to debate:https://www.youtube.com/live/dtjVLhR9uYw?si=DnC5xFvy6ZJytSyzOther debate reviews to look at:https://www.youtube.com/live/0mWAlBMgx2g?si=VIjnfQ96xRZU11jmhttps://www.youtube.com/live/4sBgXPdunuc?si=UUy-PBKvRwrYEUXYhttps://youtu.be/zj4Mu2iePj4?si=hEhaEDt65BzRhbC4https://youtu.be/k5WwkB6ZQ0E?si=evP2k0WxvdbkXJ0ahttps://youtu.be/6cFm7kPl-iQ?si=d9u3oJeLJjV1doAa

In this episode I begin with some comments about the "online world" of theology and apologetics. Then we continue our study through the book of Romans. We walk through this passage and define the terms and show what all who are "in Adam" recieve from Adam and we also look at what all who are "in Christ" recieve from him. We also read a passage from The Discipline of Grace by Jerry Bridges on the federal headship of Adam and Christ, and set the stage for the next part of Romans, chapters 6-7.

We continue working through an article written by Christopher Bounds entitled "How Are People Saved? The Major Views Of Salvation With a Focus On Wesleyan Perspectives And Their Implications" . In this episode we finish up our discussion of Semi-Pelagianism and read some quotes from a Semi-Pelagian leaning (according to Bounds) writer in the Wesleyan tradition. Then we start to cover Semi-Augustinianism, and take a deep dive into the concept of "prevenient grace", which is, according to Bounds, the key distinctive of this view. We then read from Roger Olson's book "Arminian Theology: Myths and Realities", and see what he has to say about prevenient grace. Enjoy! Link to Article here: https://www.jstor.org/stable/42909800

In this episode, I was invited to appear on Jeremiah Nortier's youtube channel, The Apologetic Dog, to review the debate that took place at the "Why Calvinism?" conference between James White and Jason Breda on the topic "The Reformed Doctrine of Atonement is Biblical and Important". The Apologetic Dog Youtube channel link:https://www.youtube.com/@TheApologeticDog/featuredLink to Debate:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Yg2cIpfyeg&list=PLXIir_ZnSKgIyUrg9YVqOas_om0-6FU48&index=1&t=3434sLink to playlist of all talks at Why Calvinism Conference:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXIir_ZnSKgIyUrg9YVqOas_om0-6FU48&si=ynMYWuAJm7U4Kkpd

In this episode ,we continue our verse by verse study of the book of Romans and we look at the controversial question of what it means that death spread to all men, "because all sinned". What does this phrase mean? Does it simply mean that all humans born from Adam inherit a sin nature and will eventually sin and die? Or is there something more Paul is saying here? Tune in and find out! We also look at the Westminster Confession and it's teaching on the Fall of Adam and original sin.

In this special live episode, Pastor Steve Vinay from Abiding Grace Church joins us to walk through James 2 and Romans 4, to discuss how James and Paul are actually standing back to back fighting against 2 different issues, rather than seeing them as contradicting each other. Abiding Grace Church Websitewww.abidinggracechurch.comSermon Audio of Abiding Grace Church https://www.sermonaudio.com/source_detail.asp?sourceid=agcsouthhills

In this episode, we review an interview that Dr. Matthew Barrett did with Dr. Craig Carter, where he was asked the question, "what is biblicism" and what is wrong with it. We look briefly at how Dr. James White frames this issue, and then we dive into Dr. Carter's comments. We also read from Phillip Shaff and we read from Athanasius himself. Original interview Video here: https://youtu.be/fqOWygMJuQA?si=wlFwrmymF7d9dPzfVideo of Marlon Wilson's interview with Dr. James White here: https://www.youtube.com/live/Dp6-qt_z74U?si=obUnAtRWJyJnr2Jr

We continue working through an article written by Christopher Bounds entitled "How Are People Saved? The Major Views Of Salvation With a Focus On Wesleyan Perspectives And Their Implications" . In this episode we finish up our discussion of Pelagianism by reading from Schaaf on the council of Ephesus. Then we transition to Semi-Pelagianism and read from the Council of Orange.Link to Article here: https://www.jstor.org/stable/42909800

In this new episode, we begin our study of the Four Views of Salvation (Pelagianism, Semi-Pelagianism, Semi-Augustinianism and Augustinianism), by working through an article written by Christopher Bounds entitled "How Are People Saved? The Major Views Of Salvation With a Focus On Wesleyan Perspectives And Their Implications" . We discuss the spectrum of Pelagianism and Augustinianism, the concepts of synergism vs. monergism and we look at some of Pelagius;s writings. Link to Article here:https://www.jstor.org/stable/42909800

In this episode, we continue our verse by verse study of the book of Romans...We look at how this section is a hinge point of the book, and how the Paul is instructing us to consider the work of God in Christ to Justify us as a motivation to hope for the future. We also discuss the role of suffering in our lives to make us more Christlike.

In this special livestreamed episode, Vic Rockhill and Colton Carlson join me to review an episode put out by Faith Unaltered with the title "Killing Calvinism". We take questions from the live chat and Leighton Flowers himself even joins us for the last half-hour or so! Link to the original "Killing Calvinism" video here:https://www.youtube.com/live/EIz_5oWEUuM?si=qIuh5rJWQ1YNVDQh