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    • May 8, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode 45: Wrapping Up Precious Remedies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2021 14:01


    It’s the end of season one of the Theodio Podcast. I’m your host Dan Kassis. For the last 44 episodes, we have listened to and explored the book Precious Remedies against Satan’s Devices by Thomas Brooks. We have shared segments of our original audio production of the book, providing commentary and fresh insight, bringing this work […] The post Episode 45: Wrapping Up Precious Remedies appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 44: Ten Final Helps toward Home

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2021 32:14


    Episode blog post: Ten final helps toward home Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious Remedies against Satan s Devices by John Hendryx at Monergism.com Text for Precious Remedies provided by GraceGems.org Welcome back to the Theodio Podcast. I’m your host, Dan Kassis. We’re walking though the book Precious […] The post Episode 44: Ten Final Helps toward Home appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 43: Know Your Enemy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2021 28:26


    Show notes Episode blog post: Six facts about the devil and his schemes Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious Remedies against Satan s Devices by John Hendryx at Monergism.com Text for Precious Remedies provided by GraceGems.org Welcome back to the Theodio Podcast, I’m your host Dan Kassis. We’re […] The post Episode 43: Know Your Enemy appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 42: How to Avoid False Teachers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2021 29:16


    Show notes Episode blog post: What does the Bible say about false teachers? Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious Remedies against Satan s Devices by John Hendryx at Monergism.com Text for Precious Remedies provided by GraceGems.org What’s the big deal about false teachers? Why should we learn to […] The post Episode 42: How to Avoid False Teachers appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 41: The One Thing You Must Do

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2021 17:09


    Show notes: Episode blog post: How great the Father s love: How to stop worrying and love your election Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious Remedies against Satan s Devices by John Hendryx at Monergism.com Text for Precious Remedies provided by GraceGems.org Why pursue a relationship with Christ if he […] The post Episode 41: The One Thing You Must Do appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 40: Does Jesus Really Want Me?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2021 18:16


    Show notes: Episode blog post: Come, ye sinners: Jesus is willing to save Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious Remedies against Satan s Devices by John Hendryx at Monergism.com Text for Precious Remedies provided by GraceGems.org Welcome back to the Theodio Podcast, I’m your host Dan Kassis. We’re […] The post Episode 40: Does Jesus Really Want Me? appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 39: I’m Sorry, So Sorry

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2021 21:05


    Show notes: Episode blog post: Man of sorrows: Why feelings aren’t required for faith Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious Remedies against Satan s Devices by John Hendryx at Monergism.com Text for Precious Remedies provided by GraceGems.org Sorrow is not a prerequisite for salvation. Learn why you shouldn t […] The post Episode 39: I’m Sorry, So Sorry appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 38: Who Is Worthy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2021 17:21


    Show notes: Episode blog post: Worthy is the Lamb: The one measure that matters to God “Is He Worthy?” by Andrew Peterson: Spotify | Apple Music | Youtube Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious Remedies against Satan s Devices by John Hendryx at Monergism.com Text […] The post Episode 38: Who Is Worthy? appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 37: How Jesus Out-Loves Your Sin

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2021 34:51


    In this episode An introduction to chapter 6 of Precious Remedies The parable of the hidden treasure The relevant segment of our audiobook Notes from the blog Show notes Episode blog post: Mighty to save: How Jesus out-loves your sin Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity […] The post Episode 37: How Jesus Out-Loves Your Sin appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 36: The Church United

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2021 43:49


    In this episode A review of chapters 2-4 A breakdown of how Thomas Brooks lays out chapter 5 A relevant comparison to Star Wars This episode’s audiobook segment, from chapter 5 Show notes Episode blog post: Unity: The indispensable quality of an unconquerable church Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story […] The post Episode 36: The Church United appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 35: The Struggle for Holiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2021 27:56


    In this episode A story that illustrates today’s lesson The relevant segment of our audiobook Notes from the blog Show notes Episode blog post: Perspective: See the struggle for holiness through a gospel lens Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious Remedies against […] The post Episode 35: The Struggle for Holiness appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 34: Fail, Repent, Repeat

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2021 28:10


    In this episode An encouragement about your emotions The relevant segment of our audiobook Notes from the blog Show notes Episode blog post: Failure: Learn how to overcome persistent sin Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious Remedies against Satan s Devices by John Hendryx […] The post Episode 34: Fail, Repent, Repeat appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 33: Faith vs. Feelings

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2021 22:02


    In this episode An encouragement about your emotions The relevant segment of our audiobook Notes from the blog Show notes Episode blog post: What do I do when my feelings don’t match my faith? Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious Remedies against […] The post Episode 33: Faith vs. Feelings appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 32: Spiritual Warfare in the Trenches

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 55:59


    In this episode An informative conversation about “boots on the ground” spiritual warfare from a modern pastoral context. It’s our first interview, with my friend Marty Duren. Show notes Spiritual warfare on Theodio Pastor Paul’s spiritual warfare toolbox: Blog | Podcast How a spiritual warrior fights sin: Blog | Podcast Marty Duren Uncommontary Podcast: Apple […] The post Episode 32: Spiritual Warfare in the Trenches appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 31: How a Spiritual Warrior Fights Sin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2021 24:44


    In this episode: A reminder to subscribe to our newsletter The design of a spiritual warrior A segment from chapter 4 of our audiobook Notes from the blog A special episode coming next Show notes: Episode blog post: Six qualities of a spiritual warrior Podcast episode 2: Pastor Paul’s spiritual warfare toolbox Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien […] The post Episode 31: How a Spiritual Warrior Fights Sin appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 30: What We Talk About When We Talk About Grace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2021 32:59


    In this episode A reminder to subscribe to our newsletter Some thoughts about the differences between saving grace and restraining grace A longer-than-usual segment from chapter 4 of our audiobook Notes from the blog Show notes Episode blog post: What is true grace? Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original […] The post Episode 30: What We Talk About When We Talk About Grace appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 29: Why Am I Suffering?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2021 19:32


    In this episode A reminder to subscribe to our newsletter A personal note about the blog and podcast A segment from chapter 4 of our audiobook, including the story of Horatio Spafford Notes from the blog Show notes: Episode blog post: Suffering: Why does a loving God allow it? Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff […] The post Episode 29: Why Am I Suffering? appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 28: Blessed Assurance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2021 20:02


    In this episode A reminder to subscribe to our newsletter Another impression! A segment from chapter 4 of our audiobook Notes from the blog Show notes Episode blog post: Faith: an inconceivable reality Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious Remedies against Satan s […] The post Episode 28: Blessed Assurance appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 27: Renewing Your Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2021 31:45


    In this episode: Happy 2021! A reminder to subscribe to our newsletter A review of chapters 1-3 The story of the paralytic by the pool at Bethesda The first segment from chapter 4 of our audiobook Show notes Episode blog post: Do you want to be healed? Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons at […] The post Episode 27: Renewing Your Mind appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 26: The Root or the Fruit?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2020 20:56


    In this episode: Your final reminder to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber before the end of 2020 Read the Bible, from The Gospel Coalition: The podcast The final audiobook segment from chapter 3 Notes from the blog The podcast will take a break until January 2 Show notes: Episode blog post: Root vs. fruit: How […] The post Episode 26: The Root or the Fruit? appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 25: How to Encourage Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2020 29:08


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. The relevant audiobook segment My notes from the blog, including an unexpected thing about grocery stores Show notes: Episode blog post: Seven healthy ways to win your struggle against spiritual discouragement Past post: Pastor Paul’s spiritual warfare […] The post Episode 25: How to Encourage Yourself appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 24: The Real Culture War

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2020 19:52


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. The relevant audiobook segment My notes from the blog Show notes: Episode blog post: Three ways faithful Christians fight the true culture war ‘Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo and marque: Jeff Lyons at Light & Story Original music: Makeup […] The post Episode 24: The Real Culture War appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 23: Jesus Comforts the Lonely

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2020 28:38


    In this episode Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. The relevant audiobook segment My notes from the blog Show notes: Episode blog post: Six comforts for the lonely Christian Prior episode posts: Christianity is too difficult; Christianity is so easy Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo and marque: […] The post Episode 23: Jesus Comforts the Lonely appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 22: How to Recharge Your Devotion

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2020 33:01


    In this episode Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. The relevant audiobook segment My notes from the blog Show notes: Episode blog post: Five tips to recharge your devotion The Imperfect Disciple, by Jared C. Wilson Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo and marque: Jeff Lyons at Light & […] The post Episode 22: How to Recharge Your Devotion appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 21: Christianity is Difficult

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2020 26:52


    In this episode Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. The relevant audiobook segment My notes from the blog Show notes: Episode post: Christianity is difficult, and you haven’t really tried it G.K. Chesterton: What’s Wrong with the World Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo and marque: Jeff Lyons […] The post Episode 21: Christianity is Difficult appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 20: The Cost of Discipleship

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2020 27:25


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. A note about a change to our show format The relevant audiobook segment My notes from the blog Show notes: Episode blog post: The cost of discipleship The Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoeffer Seeking Allah, Finding […] The post Episode 20: The Cost of Discipleship appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 19: Jesus Is Better

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2020 15:57


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. A review of the previous episode The relevant audiobook segment A look ahead to episode 20 Show notes: Episode blog post: Four ways Jesus promised us better things Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo and marque: Jeff Lyons at Light […] The post Episode 19: Jesus Is Better appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 18: The Weakness and Meaninglessness of Wealth

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2020 26:13


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. An explanation of the historical and literary references Thomas Brooks uses here The relevant segment of the Precious Remedies audiobook One more reference explanation from the end of the book segment Show notes: Episode blog post: Four ways wealth […] The post Episode 18: The Weakness and Meaninglessness of Wealth appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 17: The Danger of Bad Influence

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2020 12:42


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. The conclusion of chapter 2 of Precious Remedies against Satan’s Devices by Thomas Brooks The relevant segment of the Precious Remedies audiobook A brief acknowledgement of the struggle between being in the world, but not of the world A look ahead to […] The post Episode 17: The Danger of Bad Influence appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 16: The Danger of Bad Doctrine

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2020 26:09


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. How we compare out sinfulness to those of others The relevant segment of the Precious Remedies audiobook A conclusion in which I explain what I believe about Satan, and why it matters An opportunity to repent and receive mercy […] The post Episode 16: The Danger of Bad Doctrine appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 15: At Least I’m Not an Axe Murderer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2020 16:41


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. How we compare out sinfulness to those of others The relevant segment of the Precious Remedies audiobook A conclusion in which I explain what I believe about Satan, and why it matters An opportunity to repent and receive mercy […] The post Episode 15: At Least I’m Not an Axe Murderer appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 14: The Hardship of Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2020 31:30


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. The suffering we will endure when the reward is worth it The relevant segment of the Precious Remedies audiobook A brief recollection about something a college friend once told me Show notes: Episode blog post: Seven wasys to […] The post Episode 14: The Hardship of Faith appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 13: Choosing Blessedness over Happiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2020 30:17


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. Comparing the world’s definition of happiness with the Bible’s The relevant segment of our original Precious Remedies audiobook recording Show notes: Episode blog post: The blessedness of unhappiness Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo and marque: Jeff Lyons at Light & […] The post Episode 13: Choosing Blessedness over Happiness appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 12: Resisting the Devil

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2020 17:23


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. The subject of “resistance” A Star Wars reference, just because The relevant segment of the Precious Remedies audiobook A historical note about Demosthenes and Plutarch Show notes: Episode blog post: Resistance is not futile Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien […] The post Episode 12: Resisting the Devil appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 11: Repentance Is Difficult, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2020 15:25


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. The final part of a three-part series on repentance Show notes: Episode blog post: Do you take God’s grace for granted? Extra post: The seven marks of true repentance Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo and marque: Jeff Lyons […] The post Episode 11: Repentance Is Difficult, Part 2 appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 10: True Repentance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2020 17:20


    In this episode: Don t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. An exclusive recording of one of my favorite personal works of writing A reminder that this is the second part of a three-part series on repentance Show notes: Extra post: The seven marks of true repentance Podcast introduction: Yabo […] The post Episode 10: True Repentance appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 9: Repentance Is Difficult

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2020 24:28


    In this episode: Don’t forget to become a Theodio Premier Subscriber. Offer ends when 2020 comes to a close. The post-war cleanliness movement Why we shouldn’t believe God is “all mercy” The relevant audiobook segment Show notes: Episode blog post: Do you take God’s grace for granted? Extra post: The seven marks of true repentance […] The post Episode 9: Repentance Is Difficult appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 8: Seeing God as ‘All Mercy’

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2020 23:45


    In this episode: A reminder about becoming a free Premier Subscriber to Theodio (visit the homepage to sign up). This offer will close at the end of 2020. The error of believing that because God is merciful, that he must be “all mercy.” An explanation of penal substitutionary atonement Our weekly audiobook segment A look […] The post Episode 8: Seeing God as ‘All Mercy’ appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 7: Everyone Does It

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2020 19:02


    In this episode: A reminder about becoming a free Premier Subscriber to Theodio (visit the homepage to sign up). This offer will close at the end of 2020. Even the heroes of our faith are sinners A comment about our culture’s fascination with tearing people down The relevant segment of Precious Remedies against Satan’s Devices Show […] The post Episode 7: Everyone Does It appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 6: Minimizing Sin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2020 19:41


    In this episode: A reminder about becoming a free Premier Subscriber to Theodio (visit the homepage to sign up) My (passable) impression of a beloved animated character The accompanying segment of the Precious Remedies audiobook Show notes: Episode blog post: Minimizing sin: This is just fine Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo and marque: Jeff Lyons at […] The post Episode 6: Minimizing Sin appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 5: Paint Sin with Virtue’s Colors

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2020 14:07


    In this episode We learn how Satan tempts us to rationalize our sin The relevant segment from the audiobook A mention of a book about Brooks by the great preacher Charles Spurgeon Show notes: From the Blog: Four ways to stop rationalizing and choose righteousness Amazon: Smooth Stones Taken from Ancient Brooks, by Charles Spurgeon […] The post Episode 5: Paint Sin with Virtue’s Colors appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 4: Present the Bait and Hide the Hook

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2020 19:00


    In this episode Jesus and Satan are both fishermen What does Hamlet have to do with spiritual warfare? The first device in chapter 2 of Precious Remedies: deceit Show notes Episode blog post: Deceit: Satan fishes with a hook Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons and Light & Story Original music: Makeup and Vanity Set Kindle version of Precious […] The post Episode 4: Present the Bait and Hide the Hook appeared first on Theodio.

    Episode 3: The Proof of the Point

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2020 15:07


    In this episode The three proofs of Brooks’s main point A brief look at the letters to the seven churches in Revelation A closer look at the letter to the church at Thyatira The audio segment of Brooks’s “proof of the point Show notes Episode blog posts: Snaring the runner in the road; Hold fast […] The post Episode 3: The Proof of the Point appeared first on Theodio.

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    Episode 2: Pastor Paul’s Spiritual Warfare Toolbox

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2020 24:06


      In this episode We introduce the book that is the focus of this podcast We talk about the “armor of God” We listen to the introduction to Precious Remedies against Satan’s Devices Show notes Episode blog post: A pastor’s spiritual warfare toolbox Podcast introduction: Yabo Obien Logo design: Jeff Lyons and Light & Story Original music: Makeup and […] The post Episode 2: Pastor Paul’s Spiritual Warfare Toolbox appeared first on Theodio.

    Introducing the Theodio Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 9:35


    This is the Theodio Podcast. History’s greatest theologians brought to life. A journey of theology and audio, exploration and discovery. Theodio is a place where we bring history’s greatest theologians to life in new ways for a new generation. Our first series features “Precious Remedies against Satan’s Devices” by the 17h century Puritan, Thomas Brooks. […] The post Introducing the Theodio Podcast appeared first on Theodio.

    Theodio Podcast Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 1:05


    What do you think when you hear the term “classic theology?” Thick books? Stuffy libraries? Lectures about stuff you maybe don’t understand and can’t relate to? I used to. But hold on. There’s amazing wisdom and insights in these old books. Wouldn’t you like to have a guide – a friend – to help you […] The post Theodio Podcast Trailer appeared first on Theodio.

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