Podcasts about Classical theism

Confessing the Faith Conference 2025Join us live as we gather to deepen our understanding of the historic Reformed confessions—the Second London Baptist, Westminster, Savoy, and Belgic. Through faithful preaching and teaching, we aim to magnify Christ and recover the clarity, unity, and conviction found in the great doctrinal summaries of the Christian faith.Speakers: Dr Sam Renihan and Dr James Dolezal.Conference website: https://www.confessingthefaith.ca

In this session, Dr. James Dolezal teaches on the often misunderstood doctrine of divine impassibility—the truth that God does not undergo emotional change or suffering. While God is deeply relational and perfectly loving, He is not subject to mood swings, surprise, or reaction in the way creatures are. Dolezal walks through Scripture and the 1689 Confession to explain how impassibility safeguards God's immutability, sovereignty, and faithfulness. He demonstrates that this doctrine is not a cold abstraction, but a profound comfort: the God who saves does not change. This session challenges modern distortions of God's nature and helps restore a view of the Lord that is both high and holy. This message is especially helpful for pastors, teachers, and Christians seeking to recover the historic, biblical understanding of who God is and how He interacts with His creation. Key Scriptures: Malachi 3:6 – "For I am the Lord, I do not change." Numbers 23:19 – "God is not a man, that He should lie…" Job 35:6–7 – "If you have sinned, what do you accomplish against Him?" Speaker Bio: Dr. James Dolezal is professor of theology at Cairn University and visiting professor at International Reformed Baptist Seminary. He is the author of God Without Parts and All That Is in God, and contributor to Divine Impassibility and Classical Theism. About the Conference: Confessing the Faith promotes reverent teaching on the doctrine of God as expressed in the 1689 Second London Baptist Confession. Each year focuses on one chapter of the confession. Upcoming: Join us in April 2026 for Chapter 3 – Of God's Decree Details and registration: www.confessingthefaith.ca

In this foundational session, Dr. James Dolezal teaches on the doctrine of divine simplicity—the truth that God is not made of parts or composed of differing attributes. He explains how simplicity safeguards God's unity, independence, immutability, and perfection. Far from being an abstract philosophical idea, divine simplicity is vital to understanding the God of Scripture and worshiping Him rightly. Through careful biblical reasoning and historical confessional support, Dr. Dolezal shows how this doctrine undergirds all others. Without simplicity, the God we profess becomes subject to change, complexity, or contradiction. This message calls the church to recover this essential aspect of theology proper and to rest in the unchanging wholeness of our God. Key Scriptures: Deuteronomy 6:4 – "The Lord our God, the Lord is one." Exodus 3:14 – "I AM WHO I AM." James 1:17 – "The Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning." Speaker Bio: Dr. James Dolezal is professor of theology at Cairn University and visiting professor at International Reformed Baptist Seminary. He is the author of God Without Parts and All That Is in God, and contributor to volumes like Divine Impassibility and Classical Theism. About the Conference: Confessing the Faith promotes reverent teaching on the doctrine of God as expressed in the 1689 Confession. Each year focuses on one chapter. Upcoming: Join us in April 2026 for Chapter 3 – Of God's Decree Details and registration: www.confessingthefaith.ca

In this opening message of the Confessing the Faith 2025 Conference, Dr. Samuel Renihan sets the theological foundation by introducing the doctrine of classical theism and its connection to confessional unity. Drawing from the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith (1689), he shows how the historic church has confessed the nature of God with precision, humility, and care. Dr. Renihan challenges the church today to recover this clarity—rejecting novelty in our language about God and holding fast to the "pattern of sound words" that promotes lasting unity across generations and denominations. This session also lays out the broader purpose of the conference: equipping believers to joyfully confess the doctrine of God as revealed in Scripture and summarized in our confessional heritage. Key Scriptures: Jeremiah 31:34 – "They shall all know Me…" 2 Timothy 1:13–14 – "Hold fast the pattern of sound words…" Hebrews 13:7–9 – "Remember those… who have spoken the word of God to you…" Speaker Bio: Dr. Samuel Renihan is pastor of Trinity Reformed Baptist Church in La Mirada, California. He holds an MDiv from Westminster Seminary California and a PhD from the Free University of Amsterdam. He is the author of The Mystery of Christ, Deity and Decree, and Crux, Mors, Inferi. About the Conference: Confessing the Faith promotes reverent teaching on the doctrine of God as expressed in the 1689 Confession. Each year focuses on one chapter. Upcoming: Join us in April 2026 for Chapter 3 – Of God's Decree Details and registration: www.confessingthefaith.ca

Is God emotionless and unchanging? Many systematic theologians have long argued that God is completely impassible—meaning He cannot feel, suffer, or be influenced by creation. But is this truly what the Bible teaches? In this episode, Dr. R.T. Mullins joins The Biblical Mind Podcast to challenge traditional ideas about God's nature, emotions, and engagement with the world. He explains how philosophy has often shaped theology more than scripture, why systematic theologians ignore biblical descriptions of God's emotions, and what it actually means to call God all-powerful and all-knowing. Dru and R.T. explore the hidden assumptions behind classical theism, why ancient theologians rejected the idea that God could suffer, and whether modern theology needs a reset. Mullins also discusses how our view of God shapes how we pray, worship, and think about suffering. If you've ever wondered why theology sometimes feels disconnected from the Bible, or why certain doctrines sound more like philosophy than scripture, this episode will challenge you to rethink how we describe God. For More of RT Mullin's Content, Check Out His Podcast: https://www.rtmullins.com/podcast We are listener supported. Give to the cause here: https://hebraicthought.org/give For more articles: https://thebiblicalmind.org/ Social Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebraicThought/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hebraicthought/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/hebraicthought/ X: https://www.twitter.com/HebraicThought/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hebraicthought.org Chapters: 00:00 Understanding the Doctrine of God 03:21 Concepts of God: Models and Attributes 06:23 The Role of Scripture in Systematic Theology 09:15 Historical Perspectives on God's Attributes 12:21 Philosophical Underpinnings of Theological Claims 15:12 The Challenge of Defining God's Perfections 18:04 Empathy and Knowledge in God's Nature 21:13 The Intersection of Philosophy and Scripture 24:11 Concluding Thoughts on God's Nature 30:53 The Nature of God's Communication 33:08 Empathy and the Divine: A Theological Dilemma 36:18 Impassibility and the Perfection of God 38:45 The Role of Empathy in Hebrew Moral Philosophy 41:44 The Disconnect Between Systematic Theology and Biblical Texts 45:28 Cultural Perspectives on Biblical Literature 47:16 Upcoming Projects: Debates and Collaborative Works

This week I was joined by Dr. Lina Langby to discuss her dissertation, "God and the World: Pragmatic and Epistemic Arguments For Panentheistic and Pantheistic Conceptions of the God-World Relationship". Langby takes us on a journey searching for a God worthy of worship assessing the impacts of Classical Theism, Panentheism, and Pantheism on gender equality, environmental concerns, science, and the problem of evil. Enjoy! RESOURCES: God and the World (Dissertation) *A special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys

In this episode Trent breaks down Alex O'Connor's recent debate with 20 Christians on the Jubilee show "Surrounded". Classical Theism on Animal Suffering: https://www.classicaltheism.com/keltz/ https://www.classicaltheism.com/steck/ Jimmy Akin on Genocide in the Bible: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9I-7qEAfDks

The CTF Conference will be held April 25 and 26th, 2025 in Chilliwack, B.C.Website and Registration: https://www.confessingthefaith.ca Host church: Free Grace Baptist Church, https://www.freegrace.ca

This is a MEGA re-release episode with our 2 interviews with Dr. Edward Feser. The first comes from 2019 on his book Five Proofs of the Existence of God and the second from 2024 on What is Classical Theism.  The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He founded the Catholic Church. We place a strong emphasis on the first pillar, defending classical theism, drawing upon the work of Thomistic philosopher Dr. Edward Feser and many others. John DeRosa www.classicaltheism.com/support Support the show: Check out my book One Less God Than You: How to Answer the Slogans, Cliches, and Fallacies that Atheists Use to Challenge Your Faith >> www.classicaltheism.com/newbook Support on Patreon to help keep the podcast going and to allow me to produce even more quality content: www.classicaltheism.com/support

What is meant by the Incarnation? What is meant by the hypostatic union? How can the God of classical theism become Incarnate if He is immutable? What does it mean to say that the Son of God died? How can we answer two analytic objections to the Trinity and Incarnation? Dr. Tim Pawl joins the show again to discuss these topics. Want to be a part of these Live Q & A sessions? Join the Community: https://www.classicaltheism.com/support

Gavin Ortlund and Pat Flynn discuss arguments for God, classical theism, and Christian worldview. See Pat's book: https://www.amazon.com/Best-Argument-God-Patrick-Flynn/dp/1644137801 Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://truthunites.org/

What is classical theism? What is sacred scripture? Is it possible to interpret Scripture without a particular metaphysics or particular philosophical assumptions? Is the God described in the Bible compatible with the classical theist conception of God? Dr. Gaven Kerr joins the show to tackle these topics (and more!). Join our community: https://www.classicaltheism.com/support  

Dr. Gavin Ortlund recently debated Dr. Ryan Mullins on divine simplicity. After, John DeRosa hosted Gavin and myself for a bit of a debrief and extended conversation on the topic. Here's the replay, from John's Classical Theism podcast.

In today's episode, I want to give you a version of my presentation at the Evangelical Philosophical Society meeting in Georgia. “Why Would God Create Anything at All? A Question that Classical Theism Cannot Answer.” Credits Host: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, and a visiting professor of philosophy at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions. ⁠⁠⁠⁠rtmullins.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support the Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66431474⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/rtmullins⁠⁠⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-mullins/support

Tim Pawl is a professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN. He works on metaphysics, philosophical theology, and moral psychology.In metaphysics he works on truthmaker theory, modality, and free will. In philosophical theology, he has published on transubstantiation, Christology, and Classical Theism. In moral psychology he has worked with psychologists on questions concerning how best to grow in virtue, and whether the traditional wisdom of the Christian moral tradition is conducive to growth in virtue. You can peruse his work, research and publications at his website: https://timpawl.wordpress.com/.This is a 3-part interview series discussing varied aspects of marital debt. Perhaps you've heard of this before or maybe this is the first time you've ever heard such a phrase. While this might sound like it's a heady conversation, Dr. Pawl does an incredible job of breaking down what the marital debt is, where it comes from, what it's not, and if it's possible to say "no" to your spouse for sex (is it actually morally permissible?). We go in-depth in this conversation and look at various aspects of this often-controversial topic! This is part 3 of the 3-part series on marital debt. SHOP MY AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://amzn.to/3MRxbTCSHOP MY BEAUTY & SKINCARE PRODUCTS: https://www.beautycounter.com/bridgetbusackerDISCOUNT CODES: 20% OFF PROOV TEST STRIPS: https://proovtest.com/?wly=5789320% OFF YOUR FIRST OLIVE & JUNE MANI KIT: http://fbuy.me/v/bridgetbusackerbc10% OFF YOUR TEMPDROP: http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/managingyourfertility3 MONTHS FREE & 20% OFF YOUR HALLOW SUBSCRIPTION: hallow.com/managingyourfertility10% OFF YOUR ODER AT EMBER CO: https://www.theember.co/?ref=91010% OFF YOUR ORDER AT BE A HEART: beaheart.com/managingyourfertility10% OFF YOUR ORDER AT ABUNDANTLY YOURS: abundantlyyours.org/bridget 10% OFF YOUR MENTIONABLES ORDER: https://www.shopmentionables.com/?snowball=FERTILITY10&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=affiliate-program&utm_campaign=FERTILITY10DISCLOSURE: This description may include affiliate links for products or services mentioned in the podcast. If you purchase products or services at these links I receive a small commission for the referral. I appreciate your support of my business!

This episode -- focusing on classical theism, divine simplicity, and ultimate explanation -- is a special replay of a conversation with Dr. Christopher Tomaszewski as featured on The Classical Theism Podcast. Pat appears toward the end to engage Chris on what resources (if any) classical theism might afford to meta-epistemology. Check out John's Classical Theism Podcast (it's one of the best) and consider supporting him on Patreon: https://www.classicaltheism.com/support 

Jon and Gus discuss classical theism and and 'God's simplicity' means.

Tim Pawl is a professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN. He works on metaphysics, philosophical theology, and moral psychology.In metaphysics he works on truthmaker theory, modality, and free will. In philosophical theology, he has published on transubstantiation, Christology, and Classical Theism. In moral psychology he has worked with psychologists on questions concerning how best to grow in virtue, and whether the traditional wisdom of the Christian moral tradition is conducive to growth in virtue. You can peruse his work, research and publications at his website: https://timpawl.wordpress.com/.This is a 3-part interview series discussing varied aspects of marital debt. Perhaps you've heard of this before or maybe this is the first time you've ever heard such a phrase. While this might sound like it's a heady conversation, Dr. Pawl does an incredible job of breaking down what the marital debt is, where it comes from, what it's not, and if it's possible to say "no" to your spouse for sex (is it actually morally permissible?). We go in-depth in this conversation and look at various aspects of this often-controversial topic! This is part 2 of the 3-part series on marital debt. SHOP MY AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://amzn.to/3MRxbTCSHOP MY BEAUTY & SKINCARE PRODUCTS: https://www.beautycounter.com/bridgetbusackerDISCOUNT CODES: 20% OFF PROOV TEST STRIPS: https://proovtest.com/?wly=5789320% OFF YOUR FIRST OLIVE & JUNE MANI KIT: http://fbuy.me/v/bridgetbusackerbc10% OFF YOUR TEMPDROP: http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/managingyourfertility3 MONTHS FREE & 20% OFF YOUR HALLOW SUBSCRIPTION: hallow.com/managingyourfertility10% OFF YOUR ODER AT EMBER CO: https://www.theember.co/?ref=91010% OFF YOUR ORDER AT BE A HEART: beaheart.com/managingyourfertility10% OFF YOUR ORDER AT ABUNDANTLY YOURS: abundantlyyours.org/bridget 10% OFF YOUR MENTIONABLES ORDER: https://www.shopmentionables.com/?snowball=FERTILITY10&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=affiliate-program&utm_campaign=FERTILITY10DISCLOSURE: This description may include affiliate links for products or services mentioned in the podcast. If you purchase products or services at these links I receive a small commission for the referral. I appreciate your support of my business!

Tim Pawl is a professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN. He works on metaphysics, philosophical theology, and moral psychology.In metaphysics he works on truthmaker theory, modality, and free will. In philosophical theology, he has published on transubstantiation, Christology, and Classical Theism. In moral psychology he has worked with psychologists on questions concerning how best to grow in virtue, and whether the traditional wisdom of the Christian moral tradition is conducive to growth in virtue. You can peruse his work, research and publications at his website: https://timpawl.wordpress.com/.This is a 3-part interview series discussing varied aspects of marital debt. Perhaps you've heard of this before or maybe this is the first time you've ever heard such a phrase. While this might sound like it's a heady conversation, Dr. Pawl does an incredible job of breaking down what the marital debt is, where it comes from, what it's not, and if it's possible to say "no" to your spouse for sex (is it actually morally permissible?). We go in-depth in this conversation and look at various aspects of this often-controversial topic! This is part 1 of the 3-part series on marital debt. SHOP MY AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://amzn.to/3MRxbTCSHOP MY BEAUTY & SKINCARE PRODUCTS: https://www.beautycounter.com/bridgetbusackerDISCOUNT CODES: 20% OFF PROOV TEST STRIPS: https://proovtest.com/?wly=5789320% OFF YOUR FIRST OLIVE & JUNE MANI KIT: http://fbuy.me/v/bridgetbusackerbc10% OFF YOUR TEMPDROP: http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/managingyourfertility3 MONTHS FREE & 20% OFF YOUR HALLOW SUBSCRIPTION: hallow.com/managingyourfertility10% OFF YOUR ODER AT EMBER CO: https://www.theember.co/?ref=91010% OFF YOUR ORDER AT BE A HEART: beaheart.com/managingyourfertility10% OFF YOUR ORDER AT ABUNDANTLY YOURS: abundantlyyours.org/bridget 10% OFF YOUR MENTIONABLES ORDER: https://www.shopmentionables.com/?snowball=FERTILITY10&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=affiliate-program&utm_campaign=FERTILITY10DISCLOSURE: This description may include affiliate links for products or services mentioned in the podcast. If you purchase products or services at these links I receive a small commission for the referral. I appreciate your support of my business!

In addition to denying the existence of a substantial, enduring self, Buddhists are usually understood to deny the existence of a God or gods. However, in Classical Theism and Buddhism: Connecting Metaphysical and Ethical Systems (Bloomsbury, 2022), Tyler Dalton McNabb and Erik Baldwin argue that there is conceptual space to affirm both basic Buddhist metaphysical claims and Classical Theism without contradiction. Their book argues that three fundamental commitments are generally agreed upon by Buddhists: all things are interdependent, impermanent, and empty of "own-being" (svabhāva). However, since Classical Theists like Aquinas deny that God—who is eternal, immutable, impassible, and metaphysically simple—is a thing among other things, accepting the existence of such a God poses no problem for a Buddhist. The book unpacks this thesis, also taking up historical Buddhist and contemporary philosophical objections to a divine being, arguing for a synthesis of Buddhist and theistic ethics and soteriology, and closing with a discussion of the problem of religious pluralism for Christians and Buddhists. Malcolm Keating is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale-NUS College. His research focuses on Sanskrit works of philosophy in Indian traditions, in the areas of language and epistemology. He is the author of Language, Meaning, and Use in Indian Philosophy (Bloomsbury Press, 2019) and host of the podcast Sutras & Stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In addition to denying the existence of a substantial, enduring self, Buddhists are usually understood to deny the existence of a God or gods. However, in Classical Theism and Buddhism: Connecting Metaphysical and Ethical Systems (Bloomsbury, 2022), Tyler Dalton McNabb and Erik Baldwin argue that there is conceptual space to affirm both basic Buddhist metaphysical claims and Classical Theism without contradiction. Their book argues that three fundamental commitments are generally agreed upon by Buddhists: all things are interdependent, impermanent, and empty of "own-being" (svabhāva). However, since Classical Theists like Aquinas deny that God—who is eternal, immutable, impassible, and metaphysically simple—is a thing among other things, accepting the existence of such a God poses no problem for a Buddhist. The book unpacks this thesis, also taking up historical Buddhist and contemporary philosophical objections to a divine being, arguing for a synthesis of Buddhist and theistic ethics and soteriology, and closing with a discussion of the problem of religious pluralism for Christians and Buddhists. Malcolm Keating is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale-NUS College. His research focuses on Sanskrit works of philosophy in Indian traditions, in the areas of language and epistemology. He is the author of Language, Meaning, and Use in Indian Philosophy (Bloomsbury Press, 2019) and host of the podcast Sutras & Stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/philosophy

In addition to denying the existence of a substantial, enduring self, Buddhists are usually understood to deny the existence of a God or gods. However, in Classical Theism and Buddhism: Connecting Metaphysical and Ethical Systems (Bloomsbury, 2022), Tyler Dalton McNabb and Erik Baldwin argue that there is conceptual space to affirm both basic Buddhist metaphysical claims and Classical Theism without contradiction. Their book argues that three fundamental commitments are generally agreed upon by Buddhists: all things are interdependent, impermanent, and empty of "own-being" (svabhāva). However, since Classical Theists like Aquinas deny that God—who is eternal, immutable, impassible, and metaphysically simple—is a thing among other things, accepting the existence of such a God poses no problem for a Buddhist. The book unpacks this thesis, also taking up historical Buddhist and contemporary philosophical objections to a divine being, arguing for a synthesis of Buddhist and theistic ethics and soteriology, and closing with a discussion of the problem of religious pluralism for Christians and Buddhists. Malcolm Keating is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale-NUS College. His research focuses on Sanskrit works of philosophy in Indian traditions, in the areas of language and epistemology. He is the author of Language, Meaning, and Use in Indian Philosophy (Bloomsbury Press, 2019) and host of the podcast Sutras & Stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

In addition to denying the existence of a substantial, enduring self, Buddhists are usually understood to deny the existence of a God or gods. However, in Classical Theism and Buddhism: Connecting Metaphysical and Ethical Systems (Bloomsbury, 2022), Tyler Dalton McNabb and Erik Baldwin argue that there is conceptual space to affirm both basic Buddhist metaphysical claims and Classical Theism without contradiction. Their book argues that three fundamental commitments are generally agreed upon by Buddhists: all things are interdependent, impermanent, and empty of "own-being" (svabhāva). However, since Classical Theists like Aquinas deny that God—who is eternal, immutable, impassible, and metaphysically simple—is a thing among other things, accepting the existence of such a God poses no problem for a Buddhist. The book unpacks this thesis, also taking up historical Buddhist and contemporary philosophical objections to a divine being, arguing for a synthesis of Buddhist and theistic ethics and soteriology, and closing with a discussion of the problem of religious pluralism for Christians and Buddhists. Malcolm Keating is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale-NUS College. His research focuses on Sanskrit works of philosophy in Indian traditions, in the areas of language and epistemology. He is the author of Language, Meaning, and Use in Indian Philosophy (Bloomsbury Press, 2019) and host of the podcast Sutras & Stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/buddhist-studies

In addition to denying the existence of a substantial, enduring self, Buddhists are usually understood to deny the existence of a God or gods. However, in Classical Theism and Buddhism: Connecting Metaphysical and Ethical Systems (Bloomsbury, 2022), Tyler Dalton McNabb and Erik Baldwin argue that there is conceptual space to affirm both basic Buddhist metaphysical claims and Classical Theism without contradiction. Their book argues that three fundamental commitments are generally agreed upon by Buddhists: all things are interdependent, impermanent, and empty of "own-being" (svabhāva). However, since Classical Theists like Aquinas deny that God—who is eternal, immutable, impassible, and metaphysically simple—is a thing among other things, accepting the existence of such a God poses no problem for a Buddhist. The book unpacks this thesis, also taking up historical Buddhist and contemporary philosophical objections to a divine being, arguing for a synthesis of Buddhist and theistic ethics and soteriology, and closing with a discussion of the problem of religious pluralism for Christians and Buddhists. Malcolm Keating is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale-NUS College. His research focuses on Sanskrit works of philosophy in Indian traditions, in the areas of language and epistemology. He is the author of Language, Meaning, and Use in Indian Philosophy (Bloomsbury Press, 2019) and host of the podcast Sutras & Stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/indian-religions

In addition to denying the existence of a substantial, enduring self, Buddhists are usually understood to deny the existence of a God or gods. However, in Classical Theism and Buddhism: Connecting Metaphysical and Ethical Systems (Bloomsbury, 2022), Tyler Dalton McNabb and Erik Baldwin argue that there is conceptual space to affirm both basic Buddhist metaphysical claims and Classical Theism without contradiction. Their book argues that three fundamental commitments are generally agreed upon by Buddhists: all things are interdependent, impermanent, and empty of "own-being" (svabhāva). However, since Classical Theists like Aquinas deny that God—who is eternal, immutable, impassible, and metaphysically simple—is a thing among other things, accepting the existence of such a God poses no problem for a Buddhist. The book unpacks this thesis, also taking up historical Buddhist and contemporary philosophical objections to a divine being, arguing for a synthesis of Buddhist and theistic ethics and soteriology, and closing with a discussion of the problem of religious pluralism for Christians and Buddhists. Malcolm Keating is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale-NUS College. His research focuses on Sanskrit works of philosophy in Indian traditions, in the areas of language and epistemology. He is the author of Language, Meaning, and Use in Indian Philosophy (Bloomsbury Press, 2019) and host of the podcast Sutras & Stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

In this episode, we cover Classical Theism, the need for the Church to be able to decide things, and the fact that even protestants have tradition.

What is classical theism? What makes it distinct from theism in general? How should we answer common charges that classical theism makes God cold, distant, and unloving? Is there accuracy to the charge that classical theism is based purely on Greek philosophy as opposed to Scripture? What should we make of the confusion over terminology, specifically regarding "theistic personalism", "neo-classical theism", "process theism", and other labels? Dr. Edward Feser joins us to discuss these topics. The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He founded the Catholic Church. We place a strong emphasis on the first pillar, defending classical theism, drawing upon the work of Thomistic philosopher Dr. Edward Feser and many others.  John DeRosa www.classicaltheism.com/support Support the show: Support on Patreon to help keep the podcast going and to allow me to produce even more quality content: www.classicaltheism.com/support Check out my book One Less God Than You: How to Answer the Slogans, Cliches, and Fallacies that Atheists Use to Challenge Your Faith >> www.classicaltheism.com/newbook  

This week I am joined by Daniel A. Downbrowski to discuss mystical and spiritual experiences through the lens of Process philosophy. Can Classical Theism account for such experiences? Dan thinks not! We walk through a few critiques of Classical Theism and introduce so different ways of thinking about God. Enjoy.  Resources: Process Mysticism (Book) Join the Patreon

In today's episode, I discuss some listener questions about Hell and Instagram. I give you the gossip on the latest Carolina Analytic Theology workshop. I discuss the alleged debate between Classical Theism vs Theistic Personalism. Then I critique Brian Davies' claim that God is not a moral agent. Credits Host: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne. Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions. rtmullins.com Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66431474 https://ko-fi.com/rtmullins

Jordan and Hunter talk with Tyler McNabb about reformed epistemology, classical theism, and aliens. They cover topis like: What is Reformed epistemology? How does it differ from other approaches? Is the Reformed Calvinistic? How does reformed epistemology differ specifically from something like scott oliphints "covenantal epistemology"? Is Reformed epistemology plausible outside our western context? What is classical theism? How does it compare or contrast with Buddhist thought? Can a buddhist be a classical theist? What are the main buddhist objections to classical theism? Do these map onto more modern western objections? And more!Resources:1) Religious Epistemology, Tyler McBabb 2) Classical Theism and Buddhism, Tyler McNabb 3) Eastern Philosophy, Victoria Harrison4) Engaging Buddhism, Jay GarfieldSupport the show

Dr. Jonathan Fuqua discusses his holistic approach to addrdssing the problem of evil. 

Thomas Jay Oord is a prolific writer who has some very provocative things to say about the nature of God, love, and creation. But not everyone loves what Tom Oord is up to. In today's episode, I have on Brian Orr to offer a classical theistic critique of Tom's doctrine of God. We discuss classical theism, divine power, love, creation ex nihilo, and so much more.   Credits Host: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews) is a visiting professor of philosophy at Palm Beach Atlantic University and the University of Lucerne. Guest: Brian Orr (PhD, London School of Theology) is a pastor at Sovereign Way Christian Church.  Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions. rtmullins.com Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66431474 https://ko-fi.com/rtmullins

In this episode Lucy Peppiatt talks about how theology has shaped her life and leadership, and how it affects the practical mission of the church. We also talk through the authority of Jesus and the given authority we have as Christ-followers and the implications of that practically through healing, deliverance, women in leadership, and more.Lucy Peppiatt is the Principal of Westminster Theological Centre (WTC) in the UK. She lectures in Christian doctrine and in spiritual formation and has written on discipleship, Christ and the Spirit, Paul and Women, 1 Corinthians, and charismatic theology and practice among other topics. Lucy also oversees a small network of community churches in Bristol and London. She is married to Nick Crawley and they have four married sons.Westminster Theological CentreLucy's Recommendation:Jesus and the God of Classical Theism by Steven J. DubyConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@allnations.usGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook or Instagram at www.facebook.com/shiftingculturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/shiftingculturepodcast/Consider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below.Support the show

Dr. Kenneth Pearce returns to Philosophy for the People to (primarily) discuss his development of the argument from contingency for God's existence as framed within the context of metaphysical grounding, and, more specifically, how one can avoid necessitarianism when taking this approach. Along the way, however, many other matters are discussed, including the theoretic virtue of simplicity, the principle of analogy, and the privation theory of evil. If you enjoy this podcast, please like, comment your thoughts, share, and subscribe. Also, check out Pat's philosophy Substack at: https://chroniclesofstrength.substack.com/ 

Doctors Matthew Dugandzic and Kevin Clarke discuss divine impassibility and related divine attributes (such as immutability) with Father Dylan Schrader.

A discussion between Tim Pawl and R.T. Mullins on Classical Theism and Conciliar Christology. They discuss the aloneness argument against classical theism for the first half and the two sons worry for conciliar Christology in the second half. They take listener questions throughout as well.Watch it on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTnxe39TT8QSupport the show

Does the God of classical theism exist? What metaphysical arguments has Dr. Koons been working on as of late? Does the passage of time itself point to a purely actual cause of time's flow? Dr. Robert Koons joins us to discuss these topics. The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He founded the Catholic Church. We place a strong emphasis on the first pillar, defending classical theism, drawing upon the work of Thomistic philosopher Dr. Edward Feser and many others. John DeRosa BOOK (bulk deal): One Less God Than You: How to Answer the Slogans, Cliches, and Fallacies that Atheists Use to Challenge Your Faith by John DeRosa BOOK (Amazon): One Less God Than You by John DeRosa SUPPORT: Patreon page SUPPORT: One-time donations

From his books to the chalkboard, R.C. Sproul communicated the deep things of God in an accessible way. When asked what the core of his legacy was all about he exclaimed, “Classical Theism!” But Sproul’s commitment to classical theism was foundational to his defense of the faith as well, which explains why Sproul was so… Download Audio

Jordan talks with Steven Duby about Jesus and the God of Classical Theism. They cover topics like what Classical Theism means, what are the Christological challenges to it, what role metaphysics has in our theology, how God can be simple with the eternal relations of origin, how the Son can suffer with an impassible divine nature, whether Classical Theism is tied to Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas, and more!Resources:1) Jesus and the God of Classical Theism, Steven Duby2) God in Himself, Steven Duby3) The Summa Theologiae, Thomas Aquinas4) Commentary on the Sentences, Thomas Aquinas5) Institutes of Elenctic Theology, Francis TurretinSupport the show

Jordan is joined by Tom McCall, Scott Williams, Tim Pawl, and Oliver Crisp for a special edition live roundtable event. During this live discussion, our goal is to understand classical theism. Expect topics like: What is the proper way to think about the Trinity and Divine Simplicity? What has the Great Tradition thought about these doctrines? Are there only certain formulations allowed? Can we reject actus purus, the identity thesis for DDS, or affirm various "Social" Trinitarian models and remain within the bounds of the ecumenical creeds?Find more info about the London Lyceum or contact us at our website.Support the show

Right now, two controversies are brewing. In the world of theology, conservative evangelicals are torn over classical theism and pre-modern hermeneutics. And in the missions world, Bible translation methodologies remain a lightning-rod issue. In this meaty conversation from the Radius Missiology Conference, Steve Meister, pastor and board member for Bible Translation Fellowship, explains why these two theological controversies are two sides of the same coin—and how classical hermeneutics can cut through the fog currently enveloping missiology. Watch the video version of this episode on the ABWE YouTube channel. Listen to all of our RMC22 exclusives here. Support this podcast and impact God's mission. Want to ask a question or suggest a topic? Email alex@missionspodcast.com.

From his high perch within a “boutique denomination,” Carl feels comfortable taking shots at Todd and the much larger PCA. With the sniping finally in check, the didactic duo brings aboard a special guest. Dr. Steven Duby is the author of Jesus and the God of Classical Theism: Biblical Christology in Light of the Doctrine of God. He's associate professor of theology at Phoenix Seminary and has written several substantial books on the Doctrine of God. In his latest, Duby asserts that—when Classical Theism informs our Christology—we can better understand Jesus' unique incarnation, how He relates to the Father and the Holy Spirit, and the efficacy of the Lord's atonement. We have a few copies of Stephen's book to give away; register here for the opportunity to win one.

Does the philosophical knowledge of God known as Classical Theism enrich our reading of Scripture? Or does it get in the way? Derek and Alastair have a conversation with Dr. Steve Duby about the retrieval of Classical Theism and its interaction with good Christology. Full show notes at www.merefidelity.com.

June is “LGBT Pride Month” and so Trent joins John DeRosa of the Classical Theism podcast to share some tips for how we can defend the Church's teaching on marriage and sexuality as well as answer common objections like “the Church hates gay people.”

Today we have Jordan Steffaniak on the podcast to talk about classical theism. Jordan is the co-founder and President of The London Lyceum, a podcast and website exploring analytic philosophy and confessionally Reformed Baptist theology, and a research fellow at the L. Russ Bush Center for Faith and Culture at SEBTS.Get all the links from this episode in the show notes.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

(originally aired 08/2021, "What do Catholics Say about the Atonement? (http://www.classicaltheism.com/atonement/)" on the Classical Theism Podcast) John is a fantastic man. He's a high school math teacher at a public school and defends 2,000 years of the Catholic Intellectual Tradition on the side. He really does love the God of classical theism. This was initially aired on his great podcast: Classic Theism Podcast, episode 160. Here's his show notes about the episode: What do Catholics believe about the atonement? Why does it matter that some guy died 2000 years ago? How can we distinguish Catholic views from Reformed protestant views of the atonement? How might we understand Leviticus 16, Isaiah 53, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Romans 8:3, and 1 Peter 2:24 in light of the Catholic view? Michael Gormley joins us to tackle these issues head-on.

I was joined by Capturing Christianity's Cameron Bertuzzi to talk about the Papacy and things Roman Catholic today for about seventy minutes or so. I did tack on about ten minutes at the end regarding the move toward -the Great Tradition- and -Classical Theism- at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

I was joined by Capturing Christianity's Cameron Bertuzzi to talk about the Papacy and things Roman Catholic today for about seventy minutes or so. I did tack on about ten minutes at the end regarding the move toward -the Great Tradition- and -Classical Theism- at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Snuck another program in up here in Moscow, looking in-depth at John 5 and John 17 in reference to the Scriptural testimony to the relationship of Father and Son. Commented along the way on -Classical Theism's- obfuscation of Biblical truths and serious concerns about the development of this new -Baptist Scholasticism,- which, by its adherents, is a -recovery of classical theism.-