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The Shorter, a podcast on The Shorter Catechism where 2 pastors take 20 minutes to confess their way through the 107 questions of the Westminster Shorter Catechism. Our goal for every episode is to demonstrate that The Shorter Catechism is for all and use

The Shorter Podcast


    • Sep 27, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 31m AVG DURATION
    • 84 EPISODES


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    Dr. Bryan Chapell Interview on The Lord's Prayer

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 32:58


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Bryan Chapell on The Lord's Prayer and his book Praying Backwards. Dr. Chapell has served as the President of Covenant Seminary, a pastor at a number of churches, most recently Grace Presbyterian Church, and is currently serving as the State Clerk of the PCA. You can learn more about Dr. Chapell and his ministry on his web-site We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. GET $5 from Westminster Book Store Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Guy Richard Interview on Prayer: Question 98

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 39:11


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Guy Richard, Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology and President at Reformed Theological Seminary in Atlanta, GA. They discuss Dr. Richard's book on prayer: Persistent Prayer Resources mentioned in this episode: New Blessings of Faith Series by P&R We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. GET $5 from Westminster Book Store Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q98 - What Is Prayer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 27:51


    The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. Today's episode looks at question 98 on Prayer - What is prayer? Check out Tommy's article on tabletalk We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Two great resources on Prayer: Persistent Prayer by Guy Richard, A Praying Life by Paul Miller, and Pray with Your Eyes Open by Richard Pratt Get $5 from Westminster Books Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Guy Waters Interview on the Lord's Supper: Questions 96-97

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021 35:56


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Guy Waters, Professor of New Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, MS. They discuss Questions 96-97 of the Shorter Catechism concerning the Lord's Supper. Check out Dr. Waters great book on the Lord's Supper from Crossway Get This New Book on The Shorter Catechism: Something Worth Living For by Randall Greenwald We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. GET $5 OFF your Order from Westminster Bookstore Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Guy Richard Interview on Baptism: Questions 94-95

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2021 36:18


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Guy Richard, Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology and President at Reformed Theological Seminary in Atlanta, GA. They discuss Dr. Richard's book on Baptism: Answers to Common Questions Resources mentioned in this episode: Covenantal Baptism by Jason Helopoulos We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. GET $5 from Westminster Book Store Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q94-95 - What is Baptism?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2021 34:00


    The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. Today's episode looks at question 94-95 on the Sacraments Check out Tommy's article on tabletalk We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Two great resources on Baptism: Answer to Most Common Question by Guy Richard and Covenantal Baptism by Jason Helopoulos Get $5 from Westminster Books Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Matt Howell for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Ian Hamilton on the Sacraments: Questions 91-93

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 35:43


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Ian Hamilton former pastor at Cambridge Presbyterian Church and serves on the board of Banner of Truth and Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find Andy's music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenwebber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q91-93 What Is a Sacrament?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 23:55


    The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. Today's episode looks at question 91-93 on the Sacraments We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Matt Howell for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Rev. Brian Habig Interview on the Bible: Questions 89-90

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 46:08


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Rev. Brian Habig, Pastor at Downtown Presbyterian Church in Greenville, SC, on the bible and preaching as a outward means of grace. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find Andy's music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenwebber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q. 89. How is the word made effectual to salvation?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2021 29:47


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. This week starts season 3 of our podcast as we consider the last part of the Shorter Catechism. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen continue their journey through The Shorter Catechism by looking at Question 89 to 90 Resources mentioned in this episode: We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Rev. Mike Glodo Interview on Means of Grace: Question 88

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2021 41:07


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Mike Glodo, Professor of New Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, FL. They discuss Question 88 of the Shorter Catechism concerning the means of grace Resources mentioned in this episode: Mike Glodo Article: Improving your Baptism and Sign and Seal We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. GET FREE $5 from Westminster Bookstore Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q. 88. What are the outward and ordinary means whereby Christ communicateth to us the benefits of redemption?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 23:28


    The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. Today's episode looks at question 88 concerning the outward and ordinary means of grace. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Matt Howell for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Sean Michael Lucas Interview on Faith & Repentance: Questions 85-87

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2021 29:19


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Sean Michael Lucas Senior Pastor at Independent Presbyterian Church in Memphis and Church History Professor with RTS. Dr. Lucas has written great books on Church History. If you want to learn more about Presbyterianism you must read On Being Presbyterian by Dr. Lucas. They discuss Questions 85-87 of the Shorter Catechism concerning faith and repentance. Resources mentioned in this episode: What is Faith? by Guy Richard What Is Grace? by Sean Michael Lucas The Grace of Repentance by Sinclair Ferguson We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q. 85-87: What Is Faith in Jesus Christ?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2021 27:50


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. This week starts season 3 of our podcast as we consider the last part of the Shorter Catechism. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen continue their journey through The Shorter Catechism by looking at Question 86 and 87 concerning faith in Jesus and repentance unto life. Q. 85. What doth God require of us that we may escape his wrath and curse due to us for sin? A. To escape the wrath and curse of God due to us for sin, God requireth of us faith in Jesus Christ, repentance unto life, with the diligent use of all the outward means whereby Christ communicateth to us the benefits of redemption. Q. 86. What is faith in Jesus Christ? A. Faith in Jesus Christ is a saving grace, whereby we receive and rest upon him alone for salvation, as he is offered to us in the gospel. Q. 87. What is repentance unto life? A. Repentance unto life is a saving grace, whereby a sinner, out of a true sense of his sin, and apprehension of the mercy of God in Christ, doth, with grief and hatred of his sin, turn from it unto God, with full purpose of, and endeavor after, new obedience. Resources mentioned in this episode: We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Rev. Neil Stewart Interview on Questions 82-84

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2021 41:06


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Rev. Neil Stewart, Pastor at Christ Covenant Church in Greensboro, NC. Resources mentioned in this episode: We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. GET $5 from Westminster Book Store Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q. 82-84: What Doth Every Sin Deserve?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 31:34


    The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. Today's episode looks at the serious sin as laid out in questions 82-84. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Matt Howell for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. J.V. Fesko Interview on The Need for Creeds Today

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 34:37


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. J.V. Fesko, Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, MS. They discuss Dr. Fesko's new book The Need for Creeds Today Resources mentioned in this episode: The Creedal Imperative by Carl Trueman Why Do We Have Creeds? by Burk Parsons We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. GET $5 from Westminster Book Store Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    10th Commandment - Do not Covet

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 29:28


    The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Matt Howell for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. James Anderson Interview on the 9th Commandment

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 35:57


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. This episode we interview Dr. James Anderson from Reformed Theological Seminary on Christian ethics and the 9th Commandment Resources You Shall Not Bear False Witness by Dr. James Anderson We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and Matt Howell for the exit music. You can find his music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    The 9th Commandment - Tell the Truth

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 28:30


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Matt Howell for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    The 8th Commandment - Shalt Not Steal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 29:04


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Holly Dutton for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    The 7th Commandment - You Shall Not Commit Adultery

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 29:59


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Holly Dutton for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    The 6th Commandment - No Murder

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 16:37


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Holly Dutton for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Chad Van Dixhoorn Interview on Westminster Confession of Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 36:46


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. This episode we interview Dr. Chad Van Dixhoorn from Westminster Theological Seminary on the history of the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Catechisms Resources Reformed Theology in Full Harvest by Dr. Chad Van Dixhoorn We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find his music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    The 5th Commandment - Honor Father & Mother

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 27:50


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find his music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. David Strain Interview on The Sabbath

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 48:34


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. This episode we interview Dr. David Strain on the 4th Commandment Resources Why Christians Should Be Sabbatarians by Dr. David Strain We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find his music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    The 4th Commandment - The Sabbath

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 29:52


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find his music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Carl Trueman Interview - The Rise & Triumph of the Modern Self

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2021 38:32


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. This episode we interview Dr. Carl Trueman from Grove City College on his new book The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self and the importance of catechisms. Resources The Creedal Imperative by Carl Trueman The Carl Trueman interview from Crossway Carl Trueman Reading Chapters 1 and 2 of The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self GET $5 from Westminster Bookstore We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find his music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    3rd Commandment - The Name Above all Names

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 27:42


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find his music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Rev. Jason Helopoulos Interview on 2nd Commandment & Worship

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 33:42


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. This episode we interview Rev. Jason Helopoulos on the 2nd Commandment, Regulative Principle of Worship, and his book Let the Children Worship. Resources Sprit and Truth Documentary - Buy a Digital Copy on Vimeo or a DVD Let the Children Worship by Jason Helopoulos We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find his music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    2nd Commandment - No Graven Images

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 28:29


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find his music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    1st Commandment - No Other Gods

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 26:06


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Overview of the Moral Law - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 26:49


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discuss the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Rev. Les Newsom Interview on The 10 Commandments

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021 30:26


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Rev. Les Newsom, Lead Pastor at Christ Presbyterian Church in Oxford, MS, on his recent sermon series on the 10 Commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find Andy's music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenwebber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Overview of the Moral Law - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 28:46


    Welcome to the first episode of season 2 of The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to start this journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In season 2 of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen will go through the second section of the Shorter Catechism and discus the moral law/10 commandments. We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenwebber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Kelly Kapic Interview on A Little Book for New Theologians

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 30:39


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Kelly Kapic, Professor of Theological Studies at Covenant College, on his book Little Book for New Theologians. Resources mentioned in this episode: Little Book for New Theologians: Why and How to Study Theology by Kelly Kapic We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find Andy's music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about this talented musician here: https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenwebber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Rev. Randy Greenwald Interview on Questions 37 & 38

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 46:47


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Rev. Randy Greenwald, Senior Pastor at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Oviedo, FL. They discuss Questions 37 and 38 of the Shorter Catechism concerning the benefits that christians received from Christ at death and the resurrection. Randy Greenwald is author of Something Worth Living For: God, the World, Yourself, and the Shorter Catechism. Q. 37. What benefits do believers receive from Christ at death? A. The souls of believers are at their death made perfect in holiness, and do immediately pass into glory; and their bodies, being still united to Christ, do rest in their graves till the resurrection. Q. 38. What benefits do believers receive from Christ at the resurrection? A. At the resurrection, believers, being raised up in glory, shall be openly acknowledged and acquitted in the day of judgment, and made perfectly blessed in the full enjoying of God to all eternity. Resources mentioned in this episode: Something Worth Living For by Randall Greenwald (Randy's new book on the Shorter Catechism) The Bible and the Future by Anthony Hoekema The Weight of Glory by CS Lewis Grounded in Heaven by Michael Allen We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q. 37: What benefits do believers receive from Christ at death?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 29:56


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen continue their journey through The Shorter Catechism by looking at Question 37 and 38 concerning the benefits that believers receive Christ at death. Q. 37. What benefits do believers receive from Christ at death? A. The souls of believers are at their death made perfect in holiness, and do immediately pass into glory; and their bodies, being still united to Christ, do rest in their graves till the resurrection. Q. 38. What benefits do believers receive from Christ at the resurrection? A. At the resurrection, believers, being raised up in glory, shall be openly acknowledged and acquitted in the day of judgment, and made perfectly blessed in the full enjoying of God to all eternity. Resources mentioned in this episode: We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenwebber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Burk Parsons Interview on Question 36

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 46:19


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Burk Parsons, Senior Pastor at St. Andrews Chapel in Sanford, FL and a Teaching Fellow with Ligonier and Tabletalk. They discuss Questions 36 of the Shorter Catechism concerning the benefits of Christ that flow for the gospel. Q. 36. What are the benefits which in this life do accompany or flow from justification, adoption and sanctification? A. The benefits which in this life do accompany or flow from justification, adoption and sanctification, are, assurance of God's love, peace of conscience, joy in the Holy Ghost, increase of grace, and perseverance therein to the end. Resources mentioned in this episode: We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. You can buy your own copy of the Shorter Catechism from Christian Focus at https://www.christianfocus.com/products?q=Shorter+Catechism&restrict= Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q36: What are the benefits which in this life do accompany or flow from justification, adoption and sanctification?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 19:26


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen continue their journey through The Shorter Catechism by looking at Question 36 concerning the benefits that flow from justification, adoption and sanctification. Q. 36. What are the benefits which in this life do accompany or flow from justification, adoption and sanctification? A. The benefits which in this life do accompany or flow from justification, adoption and sanctification, are, assurance of God's love, peace of conscience, joy in the Holy Ghost, increase of grace, and perseverance therein to the end. Resources mentioned in this episode: We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Michael Allen Interview on Question 35

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2020 33:49


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Michael Allen, Professor of Systematic Theology of Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando. They discuss Questions 35 of the Shorter Catechism concerning the doctrine of sanctification. Q. 35. What is sanctification? A. Sanctification is the work of God's free grace, whereby we are renewed in the whole man after the image of God, and are enabled more and more to die unto sin, and live unto righteousness. Resources mentioned in this episode: Devoted to God: Blueprints for Sanctification by Sinclair Ferguson A Little Book of the Christian Life by John Calvin Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoffer We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. GET $5 from Westminster Bookstore Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q35: What Is Sanctification?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 28:15


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen continue their journey through The Shorter Catechism by looking at Question 35 concerning sanctification. Q. 35. What is sanctification? A. Sanctification is the work of God's free grace, whereby we are renewed in the whole man after the image of God, and are enabled more and more to die unto sin, and live unto righteousness. Resources mentioned in this episode: How Does Sanctification Work? by David Powlison Devoted To God: Blueprints for Sanctification by Sinclair Ferguson Christian's Pocket Guide to Grow in Holiness: Understanding Sanctification by JV Fesko The Mortification of Sin by John Owen What Are Justification and Sanctification by Guy Waters (An Article at Ligonier) Set Apart to Die and Live by Burk Parsons (article) We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. GET $5 from Westminster Bookstore Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. C.N. Willborn Interview on Question 34

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 34:01


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. C.N. Willborn, Senior Pastor at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Oak Ridge, TN and Professor of Historical Theology of Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. They discuss Questions 34 of the Shorter Catechism concerning the doctrine of adoption. Q. 34. What is adoption? A. Adoption is an act of God's free grace, whereby we are received into the number, and have a right to all the privileges of, the sons of God. Resources mentioned in this episode: Training Hearts, Teaching Minds by Starr Meade Sanctification by Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary (Dr. Willborn has a article on Adoption in this volume) We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q34. What Is Adoption?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 28:27


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen continue their journey through The Shorter Catechism by looking at Question 34 concerning adoption. Q. 34. What is adoption? A. Adoption is an act of God's free grace, whereby we are received into the number, and have a right to all the privileges of, the sons of God. Resources mentioned in this episode: What Is Adoption? By Michael Milton Adoption into God's Family from Ligonier (article) The Family of God by Iain Duguid (article) We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenwebber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Randy Greenwald Interview: Something Worth Living For and the Shorter Catechism

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2020 37:00


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Rev. Randy Greenwald, Pastor at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Oviedo, FL on his book Something Worth Living For: God, the World, Yourself, and the Shorter Catechism concerning the Shorter Catechism. This is a great book you should buy one for yourself and a friend. Resources mentioned in this episode: Something Worth Living For: God, the World, and the Shorter Catechism by Randall Greenwald Shorter Catechism Memory Cards by Great Commission Publications We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro and exit music. You can find his music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about Andy here: https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Guy Waters Interview on Question 33

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2020 33:30


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Guy Waters, Professor of New Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, MS. They discuss Questions 33 of the Shorter Catechism concerning justification. Q. 33. What is justification? A. Justification is an act of God's free grace, wherein he pardoneth all our sins, and accepteth us as righteous in his sight, only for the righteousness of Christ imputed to us, and received by faith alone. Resources mentioned in this episode: A Christian's Pocket Guide to Being Made Right with God: Understanding Justification by Guy Waters Teaching Series from Ligonier: The Life and Theology of Paul by Guy Waters Justification and New Perspective on Paul by Guy Waters What Is Justification by Faith Alone? by J.V. Fesko Get This New Book on The Shorter Catechism: Something Worth Living For by Randall Greenwald We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. GET $5 OFF your Order from Westminster Bookstore Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q33. What Is Justification?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 29:28


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen continue their journey through The Shorter Catechism by looking at Questions 33 concerning justification Q. 33. What is justification? A. Justification is an act of God's free grace, wherein he pardoneth all our sins, and accepteth us as righteous in his sight, only for the righteousness of Christ imputed to us, and received by faith alone. Resources mentioned in this episode: A Christian's Pocket Guide to Being Right With God: Understanding Justification by Guy Waters Justification by Philip Ryken The Greatest Issue We Face by RC Sproul - an article from Ligonier Great NEW BOOK on the Shorter Catechism: Something Worth Living For by Randall Greenwald We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. GET $5 from Westminster Book Store Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenwebber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Joseph Pipa Interview on Questions 29-31

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 30:04


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Joseph Pipa, President Emeritus and Professor of Systematic & Applied Theology at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. They discuss Questions 29-31 of the Shorter Catechism concerning effectual calling. Dr. Pipa has written a helpful study guide on the Westminster Confession of Faith. The Reading Guide for Westminster Confession of Faith. Dr. Pipa has a great little book on the Lord's Day. Q. 29. How are we made partakers of the redemption purchased by Christ? A. We are made partakers of the redemption purchased by Christ, by the effectual application of it to us by his Holy Spirit. Q. 30. How doth the Spirit apply to us the redemption purchased by Christ? A. The Spirit applieth to us the redemption purchased by Christ, by working faith in us, and thereby uniting us to Christ in our effectual calling. Q. 31. What is effectual calling? A. Effectual calling is the work of God's Spirit, whereby, convincing us of our sin and misery, enlightening our minds in the knowledge of Christ, and renewing our wills, he doth persuade and enable us to embrace Jesus Christ, freely offered to us in the gospel. Resources mentioned in this episode: Dr. Pipa's Reading Guide Through the Westminster Standards Redemption Accomplished Applied by John Murray Summary of Christian Doctrine by Louis Berkhof Study Guide for the Westminster Confession of Faith by Joey Pipa We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q29-31. What Is Effectual Calling?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 28:05


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen continue their journey through The Shorter Catechism by looking at Questions 29-31 Q. 29. How are we made partakers of the redemption purchased by Christ? A. We are made partakers of the redemption purchased by Christ, by the effectual application of it to us by his Holy Spirit. Q. 30. How doth the Spirit apply to us the redemption purchased by Christ? A. The Spirit applieth to us the redemption purchased by Christ, by working faith in us, and thereby uniting us to Christ in our effectual calling. Q. 31. What is effectual calling? A. Effectual calling is the work of God's Spirit, whereby, convincing us of our sin and misery, enlightening our minds in the knowledge of Christ, and renewing our wills, he doth persuade and enable us to embrace Jesus Christ, freely offered to us in the gospel. Resources mentioned in this episode: We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenwebber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Dr. Sean Michael Lucas Interview on Questions 27 and 28

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 37:16


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen interview Dr. Sean Michael Lucas Senior Pastor at Independent Presbyterian Church in Memphis and Church History Professor with RTS. Dr. Lucas has written great books on Church History. If you want to learn more about Presbyterianism you must read On Being Presbyterian by Dr. Lucas. They discuss Questions 27 and 28 of the Shorter Catechism concerning the humiliation and exaltation of Christ. Q. 27. Wherein did Christ's humiliation consist? A. Christ's humiliation consisted in his being born, and that in a low condition, made under the law, undergoing the miseries of this life, the wrath of God, and the cursed death of the cross; in being buried, and continuing under the power of death for a time. Q. 28. Wherein consisteth Christ's exaltation? A. Christ's exaltation consisteth in his rising again from the dead on the third day, in ascending up into heaven, in sitting at the right hand of God the Father, and in coming to judge the world at the last day. Resources mentioned in this episode: The Person of Christ by Donald MacLeod What Is Grace? by Sean Michael Lucas We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenweber at https://www.wpcajax.us

    Q27 and Q28. Wherein did Christ's humiliation consist?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 30:13


    Welcome to The Shorter Podcast: the podcast that demonstrates that the Shorter Catechism is for all and useful for all of life. You'll find all of the The Shorter episodes right here. We are excited to journey through the Shorter Catechism with you. Please invite a friend to listen along. In this episode of the podcast, Tommy and Stephen continue their journey through The Shorter Catechism by looking at Questions 27 an 28 concerning the humiliation and exaltation of Christ. Q. 27. Wherein did Christ's humiliation consist? A. Christ's humiliation consisted in his being born, and that in a low condition, made under the law, undergoing the miseries of this life, the wrath of God, and the cursed death of the cross; in being buried, and continuing under the power of death for a time. Q. 28. Wherein consisteth Christ's exaltation? A. Christ's exaltation consisteth in his rising again from the dead on the third day, in ascending up into heaven, in sitting at the right hand of God the Father, and in coming to judge the world at the last day. Resources mentioned in this episode: PRE ORDER THIS NEW BOOK ON THS SHORTER CATECHISM Something Worth Living For by Randall Greenwald The Person and Worth of Christ by BB Warfield Reformed Dogmatics, Vol. 3 by Herman Bavinck Humiliation to Exaltation by RC Sproul - a short article We are thankful to Christian Focus Publications for gifting us with great copies of the Shorter Catechism. Get $5 from WTS Thanks to Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns for our intro music and Bruce Benedict for our exit music. You can find their music on platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. You can learn more about these talented musicians here: Andy Zipf and Yellowhammer Hymns at https://www.yellowhammerhymns.com Bruce Benedict at https://cardiphonia.org/ Tommy Park can be found at www.unf.ruf.org and Stephen Spinnenwebber at https://www.wpcajax.us

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