Christ and Kingdom

Episode: 57Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann Description  In this episode of Christ and Kingdom, we finish up on Reformed apologetics by talking about three critical aspects of the pre-suppositional argument in apologetics. Every worldview claims they have an ultimate authority, It is important in apologetics to challenge that authority, biblically, and consistently. We also […] The post Reformed Apologetics, Pt3 appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 56Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann Description  In this episode of Christ and Kingdom, we discuss Part 2 of Reformed Apologetics as part of the Reformed Path of theology. In this episode we discuss the importance of such topics as the Reformed view of Nature and Grace, Image and Covenant over against the Roman […] The post Reformed Apologetics, Pt2 appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 55Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann Description  In this episode, we continue to develop the Reformed Path of theology. We return to the subject of Reformed Apologetics. Mike Theimann and Emilio Ramos begin to lay the groundwork for a consistently Reformed and biblical apologetics. This episode is meant to introduce us to a comprehensive […] The post Reformed Apologetics Pt1 appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 54Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann Description  In this third installment of Reformed Biblical Theology, we break down the various approaches to biblical theology and the uniqueness of the Reformed Path. Once again, we discussed the organic nature of Reformed thought. Reformed Trinitarianism, Reformed Federalism and Reformed Biblical Theology all functioning together. Subscribe and […] The post Reformed Biblical Theology, Part 3 appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 53Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann Description    In this episode we continue to consider the nature of Reformed Biblical Theology as part of the “Reformed Path” of theology. In this episode we will talk through Vos' definition of Biblical Theology as well as the role of hermeneutics and typology in biblical theology. A rich discussion […] The post Reformed Biblical Theology, Part 2 appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 52Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann Description    In this episode, we continue our study through the reform path of theology. We return our focus to Reformed biblical theology. What is biblical theology how does “Reformed” biblical theology differ specifically? How does it impact the rest of our theology? And how do we integrate it with […] The post Reformed Biblical Theology, Part 1 appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 51Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann Description    In this episode, we continue to break down the theology of Reformed Federalism by exploring the three essential covenants in Reformed theology. We talk about the exegetical and the theological importance of the Covenant of Redemption, the Covenant of Works, and the Covenant of Grace. We […] The post Reformed Federalism Part 3 appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 50Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann Description    In this episode, we continue to develop the Reformed Path of theology as we continue to develop Reformed Federalism. The Reformed view of covenant theology is foundational for understanding the true logic of the gospel. We contrast Reformed Federalism with competing views of theology including New Covenant theology, Federal Vision […] The post Reformed Federalism, part two appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 49Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann Description    In this episode of Christ and Kingdom, we move on to the subject of Reformed Federalism or covenant theology. As part of the “Reformed Path” of theology, Reformed Federalism is an essential part of Reformed theology. This foundational aspect of Reformed thought has many important facets that need […] The post Reformed Federalism, part one appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 48Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann This is part three of Reformed Trinitarianism as we continue our current series working through the “Reformed Path” of theology. In this episode we focus on the components of Reformed Trinitarianism and highlight the importance of such concepts as Equal Ultimacy in the Trinity, Perichoresis, Autotheos, and the […] The post Reformed Trinitarianism, part three appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 47Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann In this episode on Christ and Kingdom we develop part two of second on Reformed Trinitarianism and focus on the error of mutualism. Too often Evangelicals and even Reformed thinkers develop a doctrine of God that results in some level of development in God. This is the mutualist error. […] The post Reformed Trinitarianism, part two appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 46Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann In this episode we discuss Reformed Trinitarianism as part of the “Reformed Path”- a series of studies that seeks to establish a consistent Reformed understanding of theology in critical areas of doctrinal formation. In this episode of Christ and Kingdom, we discuss the importance of the doctrine of […] The post Reformed Trinitarianism, part one appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 45Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann In this episode Mike Theimann and Emilio Ramos continue work through Sinclair Ferguson's, The Christian Life, a remarkably helpful book on practical Christianity and foundational biblical doctrine. In this episode we discuss the precious doctrine of Adoption. God has not only saved us and justified us but welcomed us into His own […] The post The Doctrine of Adoption appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 44Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Dr. Lane G Tipton The Covenant of Works is foundational and programmatic for Reformed theology. In this episode of Christ and Kingdom, Dr. Lane G. Tipton we explore the contours of the all-important Covenant of Works. God‘s covenant with Adam in the Garden needs to be understood now more than ever. […] The post The Foundations of Covenant Theology with Lane G. Tipton appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 43Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Dr. Lane G Tipton Dr. Lane G Tipton joins Red Grace Live and Christ and Kingdom, in what will be the first in a series of episodes contrasting conceptions. The Deeper Catholic Conception, and the Deeper Protestant Conception. These conceptions dictate one's theology in the most profound ways, affecting your […] The post The Deepest Conceptions: Image & Covenant with Lane G. Tipton appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 42Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann The Kingdom of God can be described as the central focus of Scripture but what exactly is the kingdom of God and what is its nature? How has the kingdom of God developed over the ages? What is the nature of the kingdom at present? What will the […] The post Defining the Kingdom appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 41Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann We continue our discussion of Sinclair Ferguson's book, The Christian Life. Today we are tackling Chapter 9 and the all important doctrine of Justification. Not only is justification essential for understanding our standing before God and the role that faith plays in our salvation, but there are also practical […] The post The Doctrine of Justification appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 40Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann With so much discussion concerning the role of Israel on the world stage and in relation to biblical prophecy, what exactly is “Israel” and how do we interpret the role of Israel in biblical theology and especially in relation to the Church? The language of “replacement theology” is still thrown around today as a […] The post Israel, The Church and the Kingdom of God appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 39Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann The war in the middle east still rages and with this latest conflict many are warning of a greater escalation in the region. This has also revived people's interest in Dispensational theology as well as a new focus on Islam. With so much generated conversations on Israel and the end times, we […] The post Israel, Islam and the Present Evil Age appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 38Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann There are so many false notions about the nature of repentance today but in order to have a proper view of sin and salvation, the doctrine of repentance remains essential. In this episode we continue our discussion through Sinclair Ferguson's, The Christian Life. Repentance is ordained for our good. We […] The post True Repentance appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 37Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann Recapping the G3 conference and interacting with the themes of the conference including Christian Nationalism, Theonomy, and Law and Gospel. In this episode Mike Theimann and Emilio Ramos talk about the importance of a proper view of the Law, culture, eschatology and more.   Be sure and subscribe and share the show. […] The post Getting the Law and Gospel Right appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 36Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann In this episode, Mike Thiemann, shares the infamous text message that led to the development of this episode. Pastor Emilio Ramos shared some of his top concerns for the future of Christian theology and what the focus of the Reformed church should be. A lively conversation about critical […] The post Modern Concerns in Theology  appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 35Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann In the Christian life, the object of our faith is Christ himself. In this episode, Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann continue to explore The Christian Life by Sinclair Ferguson. We engage Chapter 8 and the topic of faith as we seek to determine the nature of saving faith, […] The post Faith in Christ appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 34Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann Regeneration! In this episode, Emilio Ramos and Mike Theimann continue to discuss Sinclair Ferguson's book The Christian Life, Ch.6. We explore the contours of the New Birth and its impact on the Christian life. Regeneration is remarkably profound and yet immensely practical as well. Regeneration calls for transformation in the life […] The post Born Again appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 33Featuring: Emilio Ramos, Kevin Mohr and Mike Thiemann The ministry of the Holy Spirit is profound both in salvation and judgment. In this episode pastors Emilio Ramos, Kevin Mohr, and Mike Thiemann break down Chapter 5 of Sinclair Fergusons, The Christian Life. The Spirit comes to disrupt our sinful lives as He convicts with […] The post The Conviction of Sin appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 32Featuring: Emilio Ramos | Peter Jones There are those Christian thinkers that ‘game-changing' for Christian education and discipleship, Peter Jones from TruthXchange.com joins Emilio Ramos on Christ and Kingdom to discuss his apologetics approach. In this episode we discuss the importance of what Peter Jones calls Oneism and Twoism, and the importance of the […] The post Exclusive: Peter Jones and his Apologetics appeared first on Red Grace Media.

(Episode: 31) Emilio Ramos | Lane G. Tipton Part three of a four-part series featuring Dr. Lane G. Tipton we continue discussing his recent book, The Trinitarian Theology of Cornelius Van Til. In this exclusive episode of Christ and Kingdom we focus on p.20 of Dr. Lane Tipton's book, The Trinitarian Theology of Cornelius Van […] The post Exclusive: Van Til and The Deeper Protestant Conception appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 30Featuring: Emilio Ramos, Justin Peters and Jim Osman The Shepherd's Conference is always a great time of teaching, fellowship and encouragement. This year Emilio Ramos caught up with longtime friend Justin Peters and Jim Osman to talk about their upcoming debate at the Ark Encounter with Michael Brown and Sam Storms and the need […] The post The Necessity of Discernment with Justin Peters and Jim Osman appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 29Featuring: Emilio Ramos, Kevin More and Mike Thiemann The gifts and calling of God are irrevocable, especially His sovereign call to salvation. In this episode, we continue our study of Chapter Four in The Christian Life by Sinclair Ferguson. Emilio Ramos, Kevin More, and Mike Thiemann explore the meaning and importance of understanding God's […] The post Called By God appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 28Featuring: Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann The resurrection is the capstone of our faith and yet, so many people misunderstand the nature and importance and practical relevance that the resurrection plays in Christian doctrine and living. In this episode, Emilio Ramos and Mike Thiemann discuss how to properly approach the profound doctrine of the […] The post Unpacking the Resurrection appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 27Featuring: Emilio Ramos, Kevin More & Mike Thiemann In this episode, Emilio Ramos, Mike Thiemann, and Kevin More talk about the work of Dr. Lane Tipton and his lectures from the Reformed Forum. We talk about the importance of having a consistent Reformed view of nature and grace as it is contrasted with Thomas […] The post Theological Mash Up- Lane Tipton, Apologetics, and Thomas Aquinas appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 26Featuring: Emilio Ramos, Kevin More & Mike Thiemann We continue our discussion in The Christian Life by Sinclair Ferguson. Today we discuss part two of Chapter Three entitled, The Plan of Grace. Pastors Emilio, Kevin and Mike discuss the theology of God's eternal decree, including two crucial passages that deal with this decree and […] The post God's Plan of Grace for You, Part Two appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 25Featuring: Emilio Ramos, Kevin More & Mike Thiemann We continue our discussion in The Christian Life by Sinclair Ferguson. Today we discuss part one of Chapter Three entitled, God's Plan of Grace for You. Pastors Emilio, Kevin, and Mike discuss why it is essential for believers to grasp the concept of God's decree. Too […] The post God's Plan of Grace for You, Part One appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 24Featuring: Emilio Ramos, Kevin More & Mike Thiemann We continue our discussion in The Christian Life by Sinclair Ferguson. In Chapter Two of this helpful book, Sinclair Ferguson focuses on the image of God and the effects that sin has on God's image in us as His image-bearers. Emilio, Kevin and Mike unpack Chapter […] The post God's Broken Image appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 23Featuring: Emilio Ramos, Kevin More & Mike Thiemann Practical theology (also known as Pastoral Theology) is so important in the Christian life. That is also the title of Sinclair Ferguson's book, The Christian Life: A Doctrinal Introduction. This is a rare gem of practical wisdom and biblical instruction by one of the Church's leading […] The post The Christian Life by Sinclair Ferguson appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 22 Featuring: Emilio Ramos, Kevin More & Mike Thiemann An ongoing debate within evangelical and Reformed Christians is the issue of spiritual gifts. In this episode we tackle the subject of Charismatic versus Cessationist theology. We invite a new guest to the program! Emilio Ramos and Kevin More are joined by longtime friend Mike […] The post What About the Spiritual Gifts? appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 21 Featuring: Emilio Ramos & Kevin More Paul reminds us in Galatians, there is only one Gospel! The however is not just one true undivided message, it is one message presented throughout all of Scripture. Too often Christian split their bibles in half, believing that the OT only gives us a few select prophecies […] The post Two Testaments, One Gospel appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 22 Featuring: Emilio Ramos, Kevin More & Mike Thiemann An ongoing debate within evangelical and Reformed Christians is the issue of spiritual gifts. In this episode we tackle the subject of Charismatic versus Cessationist theology. We invite a new guest to the program! Emilio Ramos and Kevin More are joined by longtime friend Mike […] The post What About the Spiritual Gifts? appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 21 Featuring: Emilio Ramos & Kevin More Paul reminds us in Galatians, there is only one Gospel! The however is not just one true undivided message, it is one message presented throughout all of Scripture. Too often Christian split their bibles in half, believing that the OT only give us a few select prophecies […] The post Two Testaments, One Gospel appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 20 Featuring: Emilio Ramos The church in the 21st-century is in unprecedented times as we face the challenge of modern and technological culture. In this episode of Christ and Kingdom, Emilio Ramos interacts with the theology and importance of Herman Bavinck. Whether we're thinking about our political seen or technological age; the church must […] The post Herman Bavinck and Theology for Today appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 19 Featuring: Emilio Ramos & Kevin More Have you really thought about implantable technology? In this episode of Christ and Kingdom, host Emilio Ramos engages with that very daunting and complex issue. Also, longtime friend Kevin More joins the show. Is it ethical for Christians to get implantable technology in the first place? How […] The post Will You Get Implantable Technology? appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 18 Featuring: Emilio Ramos A recent story that appeared on multiple platforms indicates a real push toward digital currency which begs the question of a Digital ID and a Digital Credit Score similar to Communist China. Is the American Church ready for this level of governance and what should the Christian response be to […] The post Is the Digital Credit Score Coming to America? appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 17 Featuring: Emilio Ramos Are we witnessing the takedown of the American Culture and what does that mean for the Church? In this episode of Christ and Kingdom, Emilio Ramos looks at some of the main factors that indicate a systematic and strategic dismantling of American Culture and how we respond to the crisis […] The post Taking American Down, Responding to a Culture in Peril appeared first on Red Grace Media.

Episode: 16 Featuring: Emilio Ramos Canada is moving toward infant euthanasia! Heartbreaking and horrid news but it brings up a fundamental question, “is life worth it” and why? From the secular perspective, the world has no answers as to why fighting for life is worth the trouble. We also look at Romans 1 and try […] The post Is Life Worth It? appeared first on Red Grace Media.

(Episode: 15) Featuring: Emilio Ramos Today we discuss the importance of knowing who God is in the Creator and creature relationship and distinction. Too often evangelicals are calling for a hyper-relational God who shares in our human experience thereby compromising God's divinity and transcendence. On the other side, theologians believe the creature will be exalted […] The post Reflections on Pastoral Ministry, plus, what is “The Last Gospel”? appeared first on Red Grace Media.

(Episode: 14) Featuring: Emilio Ramos | Ryan Musslemann After the pandemic of 2020, evangelism became more challenging than ever in America. People wanted to keep their distance, and were not so excited to receive a gospel track, and they were not willing to congregate in groups- all challenges to conversing with people about the gospel. […] The post Evangelism Today appeared first on Red Grace Media.

(Episode: 13) Featuring: Emilio Ramos | Ryan Musslemann In this episode, Ryan and Emilio discuss a very important subject, the doctrine of heaven. Is there a new pernicious heresy afoot? Is the doctrine of heaven being eroded? Are we developing a this-worldly theology that contradicts Scripture? Is it possible to exaggerate the hope of heaven? […] The post The Doctrine of Heaven appeared first on Red Grace Media.

(Episode: 12) Featuring: Emilio Ramos | Ken Ham Special guest Ken Ham from Answers in Genesis, the Creation Museum, and the Ark Encounter joins Christ and Kingdom to talk about our upcoming conference and the doctrine of creation. Why is “theistic evolution” impossible? Is the Genesis text speaking of a literal creation week? What are […] The post Special Guest: Ken Ham and the Consequences of Rejecting the Doctrine of Creation? appeared first on Red Grace Media.

(Episode: 11)Emilio Ramos | Lane G. Tipton Part two of a four-part series featuring Dr. Lane G. Tipton we continue discussing his recent book, The Trinitarian Theology of Cornelius Van Til. In this episode, Emilio and Lane focus more precisely on Van Til's contributions, successors (John Frame, K. Scott Oliphint, and Greg L. Bahnsen) as […] The post Exclusive: Van Til, The Self-Contained God and Reformed Trinitarianism appeared first on Red Grace Media.

(Episode: 10) Featuring:  Emilio Ramos | Lane G. Tipton Exclusive first of four episodes focusing on the new book by Lane G. Tipton. In his book The Trinitarian Theology of Cornelius Van Til, Dr. Tipton makes the case for a distinctly Reformed Federalism and Trinitarianism. In this episode Emilio and Lane discuss a wide range […] The post Exclusive: Van Til and the Doctrine of God appeared first on Red Grace Media.

(Episode: 09) Featuring:  Emilio Ramos | Josh Buice Where did the Young Restless and Reformed crowd go? Is the “new Calvinism” a success? Why is the sovereignty of God relevant now? What is G3 and what does the future for the ministry at G3 have in store? Emilio and Josh Buice discuss these important issues […] The post Special Guest: G3, Neo-Calvinism and Josh Buice appeared first on Red Grace Media.