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N. Gray Sutanto offers a fresh reading of Herman Bavinck's theological epistemology and argues that his Trinitarian and organic worldview utilizes an extensive range of sources. Sutanto unfolds Bavinck's understanding of what he considered to be the two most important aspects of epistemology: the character of the sciences and the correspondence between subjects and objects. Writing at the heels of the European debates in the 19th and 20th centuries concerning theology's place in the academy, and rooted in historic Christian teachings, Sutanto demonstrates how Bavinck's argument remains fresh and provocative. God and Knowledge: Herman Bavinck's Theological Epistemology (T&T Clark, 2021) explores archival material and peripheral works translated for the first time in English. The author re-reads several key concepts, ranging from Organicism to the Absolute, and relates Bavinck's work to Thomas Aquinas, Eduard von Hartmann, and other thinkers. Sutanto applies this reading to current debates on the relationship between theology and philosophy, nature and grace, and the nature of knowing; and in doing so provides students and scholars with fresh methods of considering Orthodox and modern forms of thought, and their connection with each other. Dr. Sutanto serves as the Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary, Washington D.C. and an associate editor of the Journal of Reformed Theology. He has received visiting fellowships at the Theological University of Kampen-Utrecht and Princeton Theological Seminary. He is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and is on the steering committee for the Reformed Theology and History Unit of the American Academy of Religion. Along with the theologian Herman Bavinck, Dr. Sutanto's research interests are broad, ranging from modern Protestant theology, prolegomena, humanity and sin, the relationship between philosophy and theology, analytic theology, and Christianity and culture. For previous NBN conversations on similar topics, see these interviews on Herman Bavinck's Christology and academic addresses or an introduction on Neo-Calvinism or the T&T Clark handbook on the global movement. For the NBN conversation on a Bavinck biography. 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
N. Gray Sutanto offers a fresh reading of Herman Bavinck's theological epistemology and argues that his Trinitarian and organic worldview utilizes an extensive range of sources. Sutanto unfolds Bavinck's understanding of what he considered to be the two most important aspects of epistemology: the character of the sciences and the correspondence between subjects and objects. Writing at the heels of the European debates in the 19th and 20th centuries concerning theology's place in the academy, and rooted in historic Christian teachings, Sutanto demonstrates how Bavinck's argument remains fresh and provocative. God and Knowledge: Herman Bavinck's Theological Epistemology (T&T Clark, 2021) explores archival material and peripheral works translated for the first time in English. The author re-reads several key concepts, ranging from Organicism to the Absolute, and relates Bavinck's work to Thomas Aquinas, Eduard von Hartmann, and other thinkers. Sutanto applies this reading to current debates on the relationship between theology and philosophy, nature and grace, and the nature of knowing; and in doing so provides students and scholars with fresh methods of considering Orthodox and modern forms of thought, and their connection with each other. Dr. Sutanto serves as the Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary, Washington D.C. and an associate editor of the Journal of Reformed Theology. He has received visiting fellowships at the Theological University of Kampen-Utrecht and Princeton Theological Seminary. He is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and is on the steering committee for the Reformed Theology and History Unit of the American Academy of Religion. Along with the theologian Herman Bavinck, Dr. Sutanto's research interests are broad, ranging from modern Protestant theology, prolegomena, humanity and sin, the relationship between philosophy and theology, analytic theology, and Christianity and culture. For previous NBN conversations on similar topics, see these interviews on Herman Bavinck's Christology and academic addresses or an introduction on Neo-Calvinism or the T&T Clark handbook on the global movement. For the NBN conversation on a Bavinck biography. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory
N. Gray Sutanto offers a fresh reading of Herman Bavinck's theological epistemology and argues that his Trinitarian and organic worldview utilizes an extensive range of sources. Sutanto unfolds Bavinck's understanding of what he considered to be the two most important aspects of epistemology: the character of the sciences and the correspondence between subjects and objects. Writing at the heels of the European debates in the 19th and 20th centuries concerning theology's place in the academy, and rooted in historic Christian teachings, Sutanto demonstrates how Bavinck's argument remains fresh and provocative. God and Knowledge: Herman Bavinck's Theological Epistemology (T&T Clark, 2021) explores archival material and peripheral works translated for the first time in English. The author re-reads several key concepts, ranging from Organicism to the Absolute, and relates Bavinck's work to Thomas Aquinas, Eduard von Hartmann, and other thinkers. Sutanto applies this reading to current debates on the relationship between theology and philosophy, nature and grace, and the nature of knowing; and in doing so provides students and scholars with fresh methods of considering Orthodox and modern forms of thought, and their connection with each other. Dr. Sutanto serves as the Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary, Washington D.C. and an associate editor of the Journal of Reformed Theology. He has received visiting fellowships at the Theological University of Kampen-Utrecht and Princeton Theological Seminary. He is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and is on the steering committee for the Reformed Theology and History Unit of the American Academy of Religion. Along with the theologian Herman Bavinck, Dr. Sutanto's research interests are broad, ranging from modern Protestant theology, prolegomena, humanity and sin, the relationship between philosophy and theology, analytic theology, and Christianity and culture. For previous NBN conversations on similar topics, see these interviews on Herman Bavinck's Christology and academic addresses or an introduction on Neo-Calvinism or the T&T Clark handbook on the global movement. For the NBN conversation on a Bavinck biography. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/christian-studies
In this episode, Cory, Marinus, and Gray discuss Geerhardus Vos and Dutch-American Neo-Calvinism with with George HarinckImportant note pointed out by one of our listeners:Verbondsgeschiedenis by S.G. de Graaf has been translated into English by H. Evan Runner and published in Canada by Paideia Press in 1977. It was later published by P& R Books as Promise and Deliverance. It is availble at this link: https://www.cantaroinstitute.store/products/promise-and-deliverance-volume-4-christ-and-the-nationsReach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommonOur theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0
Dr. Robert Joustra joins The Biblical Mind Podcast to explore one of the most neglected questions in Christian ethics: What does the Bible have to say about international politics? Beginning with difficult questions like the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Joustra argues that Christians need more than political pragmatism—they need a distinctly biblical framework for thinking about war, diplomacy, justice, nationalism, and global responsibility.Drawing from the theological tradition of Augustine, Calvin, and Abraham Kuyper, Joustra explains how concepts like just war theory, ordered loves, sphere sovereignty, and the common good help Christians navigate today's geopolitical challenges. The conversation examines whether Scripture speaks to foreign policy, how the prophets shape our understanding of nations, and why political power must always remain penultimate to the kingship of Christ.The discussion also engages contemporary debates surrounding nationalism, empire, immigration, religious identity, and the American political experiment, offering a thoughtful Christian response to the complexities of modern international relations.Whether you're interested in biblical theology, political philosophy, Christian ethics, or global affairs, this episode provides a rich introduction to thinking faithfully about the nations, justice, and the role of Christians in an increasingly interconnected world. Order Dr. Joustra's new book: (Click Here)We are listener supported. Give to the cause here: https://thebiblicalmind.org/give/For more articles: https://thebiblicalmind.org/Social Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebraicThoughtInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hebraicthoughtThreads: https://www.threads.net/hebraicthoughtX: https://www.twitter.com/HebraicThoughtBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hebraicthought.orgChapters:00:00 Introduction to Robert Joustra and his book01:52 The significance of 40-minute podcasts for engagement03:55 Joustra's background and the genesis of his book07:13 The impact of 9/11 on Christian political thought09:57 The biblical basis for justice and international relations14:59 The influence of Neo-Calvinism and the tradition of Kuyper and Calvin19:54 The relationship between land, language, and culture in identity24:53 Empire versus nation: Hazony's perspective and Joustra's critique30:06 The importance of rightly ordered loves in politics35:14 The role of scripture, prophets, and realism in international relations40:07 The American experiment and its unique identity44:45 The significance of geography and land in national identity50:00 The future of nations and the importance of proximate goodsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, Marinus and Gray discuss two events in the world of Neo-Calvinsim: the new T&T Clark Studies in Neo-Calvinism series and the upcoming conference "Neo-Calvinism and Barthianism: Controversies and Convergences in Dogmatics and Public Theology."T&T Clark Studies in Neo-Calvinism https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/series/tt-clark-studies-in-neocalvinism/Neo-Calvinism and Barthianism: Controversies and Convergences in Dogmatics and Public Theologyhttps://www.neocalvinism.org/neo-calvinism-and-barthianism/Reach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommonOur theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0
The State of Neo-Calvinism in A.D. 2026In this episode, Marinus, James, and Gray, reflect on the field of Neo-Calvinism after the Kuyper Conference in March.Reach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommonOur theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0
The relationship between the Church and the world has been a subject of debate since the Church's earliest days. In A Church for a Secular World: The Development of Klaas Schilder's Ecclesiology (Brill, 2025), Marinus De Jong explores how Stanley Hauerwas, with his emphasis on the Church as polis, made a significant contemporary contribution—one that has also faced strong criticism. This study examines the distinctive insights of second-generation neo-Calvinist theologian Klaas Schilder (1890-1952) on this issue. Neo-Calvinism is renowned for its development of Reformed theology, particularly in this area, and Schilder builds on this tradition with a critical eye. Engaging with the increasing secularity of the twentieth century, he carefully interacts with Karl Barth's writings while refining his own perspective. In doing so, Schilder's position comes close to the Anabaptist stance of Hauerwas, yet remains firmly rooted in the Reformed understanding of creation. Marinus de Jong, Ph.D., is assistant professor of the theology of neo-Calvinism at Theologische Universiteit Utrecht, the Netherlands. He co-editedThe Klaas Schilder Reader: The Essential Theological Writings (Lexham, 2022). 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
The relationship between the Church and the world has been a subject of debate since the Church's earliest days. In A Church for a Secular World: The Development of Klaas Schilder's Ecclesiology (Brill, 2025), Marinus De Jong explores how Stanley Hauerwas, with his emphasis on the Church as polis, made a significant contemporary contribution—one that has also faced strong criticism. This study examines the distinctive insights of second-generation neo-Calvinist theologian Klaas Schilder (1890-1952) on this issue. Neo-Calvinism is renowned for its development of Reformed theology, particularly in this area, and Schilder builds on this tradition with a critical eye. Engaging with the increasing secularity of the twentieth century, he carefully interacts with Karl Barth's writings while refining his own perspective. In doing so, Schilder's position comes close to the Anabaptist stance of Hauerwas, yet remains firmly rooted in the Reformed understanding of creation. Marinus de Jong, Ph.D., is assistant professor of the theology of neo-Calvinism at Theologische Universiteit Utrecht, the Netherlands. He co-editedThe Klaas Schilder Reader: The Essential Theological Writings (Lexham, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history
The relationship between the Church and the world has been a subject of debate since the Church's earliest days. In A Church for a Secular World: The Development of Klaas Schilder's Ecclesiology (Brill, 2025), Marinus De Jong explores how Stanley Hauerwas, with his emphasis on the Church as polis, made a significant contemporary contribution—one that has also faced strong criticism. This study examines the distinctive insights of second-generation neo-Calvinist theologian Klaas Schilder (1890-1952) on this issue. Neo-Calvinism is renowned for its development of Reformed theology, particularly in this area, and Schilder builds on this tradition with a critical eye. Engaging with the increasing secularity of the twentieth century, he carefully interacts with Karl Barth's writings while refining his own perspective. In doing so, Schilder's position comes close to the Anabaptist stance of Hauerwas, yet remains firmly rooted in the Reformed understanding of creation. Marinus de Jong, Ph.D., is assistant professor of the theology of neo-Calvinism at Theologische Universiteit Utrecht, the Netherlands. He co-editedThe Klaas Schilder Reader: The Essential Theological Writings (Lexham, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/european-studies
The relationship between the Church and the world has been a subject of debate since the Church's earliest days. In A Church for a Secular World: The Development of Klaas Schilder's Ecclesiology (Brill, 2025), Marinus De Jong explores how Stanley Hauerwas, with his emphasis on the Church as polis, made a significant contemporary contribution—one that has also faced strong criticism. This study examines the distinctive insights of second-generation neo-Calvinist theologian Klaas Schilder (1890-1952) on this issue. Neo-Calvinism is renowned for its development of Reformed theology, particularly in this area, and Schilder builds on this tradition with a critical eye. Engaging with the increasing secularity of the twentieth century, he carefully interacts with Karl Barth's writings while refining his own perspective. In doing so, Schilder's position comes close to the Anabaptist stance of Hauerwas, yet remains firmly rooted in the Reformed understanding of creation. Marinus de Jong, Ph.D., is assistant professor of the theology of neo-Calvinism at Theologische Universiteit Utrecht, the Netherlands. He co-editedThe Klaas Schilder Reader: The Essential Theological Writings (Lexham, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion
The relationship between the Church and the world has been a subject of debate since the Church's earliest days. In A Church for a Secular World: The Development of Klaas Schilder's Ecclesiology (Brill, 2025), Marinus De Jong explores how Stanley Hauerwas, with his emphasis on the Church as polis, made a significant contemporary contribution—one that has also faced strong criticism. This study examines the distinctive insights of second-generation neo-Calvinist theologian Klaas Schilder (1890-1952) on this issue. Neo-Calvinism is renowned for its development of Reformed theology, particularly in this area, and Schilder builds on this tradition with a critical eye. Engaging with the increasing secularity of the twentieth century, he carefully interacts with Karl Barth's writings while refining his own perspective. In doing so, Schilder's position comes close to the Anabaptist stance of Hauerwas, yet remains firmly rooted in the Reformed understanding of creation. Marinus de Jong, Ph.D., is assistant professor of the theology of neo-Calvinism at Theologische Universiteit Utrecht, the Netherlands. He co-editedThe Klaas Schilder Reader: The Essential Theological Writings (Lexham, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/christian-studies
After a brief discussion about the challenges of introversion, this episode examines Paul's authority to judge unrepentant sin in 1 Corinthians 5, highlighting that biblical discipline is restorative, not punitive. It then explores the doctrine of hell as self-chosen separation from God, using both Jesus's teaching on Gehenna and C.S. Lewis's imagery. Pastor Derek next clarifies the meaning of baptism and the Lord's Supper as tangible means of grace. A listener question about Neo-Calvinism prompts discussion of Kuyper's “every square inch” theology and how it calls believers to integrate faith into all of life, while maintaining a gospel-centered humility. The episode concludes with reflections on prayer, noting that unanswered petitions often reveal God's deeper work of shaping our trust and dependence on Him.
In this episode, we share a conversation the team had this past May in São Paulo, Brazil at the conference titled "A Public Gospel: Evangelicals, Neo-Calvinists, and Society" held at Mackenzie University. They discuss the growing interest in neo-Calvinism in Brazil.Reach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommonOur theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0
In this episode, James and Cory introduce a new series where they will be reading and discussing Herman Bavinck's Philosophy of Revelation. They discuss the significance of this work within the context of Neo-Calvinism and cultural apologetics. The conversation explores the intellectual landscape of Bavinck's time, including his engagement with Nietzsche, and offers insights into how readers can approach Bavinck's complex lectures. Read along with us as we walk through the chapters of this significant work.Works mentioned:Herman Bavinck, Philosophy of Revelation: A New Annotated Edition Adapted and Expanded from the 1908 Stone Lectures: Presented at Princeton Theological Seminary, A new annotated edition, ed. Cory Brock and Nathaniel Gray Sutanto, with Princeton Theological Seminary (Hendrickson Publishers, 2018).https://www.amazon.com/Philosophy-Revelation-Annotated-Herman-Bavinck/dp/1683071360James D. Bratt, “The Context of Herman Bavinck's Stone Lectures: Culture and Politics in 1908,” The Bavinck Review 1 (2010): 4–24.https://bavinckinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Article-1-Bratt.pdfGeorge Harinck, “Why Was Bavinck in Need of a Philosophy of Revelation?,” in The Kuyper Center Review, ed. Gordon Graham, vol. 2, The Kuyper Center Review (William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2010). Chapters00:00 Introduction to Philosophy of Revelation02:38 The Importance of Bavinck's Work05:35 Context of the Stone Lectures08:34 Challenges of Reading Bavinck's Stone Lectures11:47 Bavinck's Engagement with Culture14:37 Cultural Apologetics in Bavinck's Philosophy of Revelation17:36 The Personal Narrative Behind the Lectures20:32 Cultural Apologetics30:36 Why a Philosophy of Revelation?44:30 Historical Intellectual Background53:48 Reading TipsReach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommonOur theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0
In this episode, Cory and Gray finish their series reviewing Abraham Kuyper's Lectures on Calvinism. This week, they discuss Lecture 6 on Calvinism and the Future.Sources mentioned in this episode:Abraham Kuyper, Lectures on Calvinism: Six Lectures Delivered at Princeton University [in 1898] (Grand Rapids, MI: W. B. Eerdmans, 2002).N. Gray Sutanto, A Sense of the Divine: An Affective Model of General Revelation from the Reformed Tradition, 1st ed. (Cambridge University Press, 2025), https://www.cambridge.org/us/universitypress/subjects/religion/theology/sense-divine-affective-model-general-revelation-reformed-traditionBrad S. Gregory, The Unintended Reformation: How a Religious Revolution Secularized Society (Cambridge, Mass: Belknap Press of Harvard University Press, 2012).Nathanial Gray Sutano and Cory C. Brock, eds., T&T Clark Handbook of Neo-Calvinism, T&t Clark Handbooks (London ; New York: T&T Clark, 2024).Cory C. Brock, A Student's Guide to Scripture, Series eds. John Perritt and Linda Oliver, (Fearn: Christian Focus, 2025). https://www.christianfocus.com/en-gb/product/9781527112834/track-a-students-guide-to-scripture-paperbackExploring Neo-Calvinism: Foundations for Cultural Apologetics6-SESSION WEEKLY ONLINE COHORTMONDAYS, MAY 26 - JUNE 30, 2025https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/cohort/neo-calvinist-theology-for-apologetics-august-2025/Reach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommonOur theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0
Based on the work of 16th-century theologian John Calvin, Calvinism often centers on the identity and implications of "the elect" as noted in Scripture. Some distinctions held by "Neo-Calvinists" can inadvertently confuse or divide--so what are followers of Christ to do?
Based on the work of 16th-century theologian John Calvin, Calvinism often centers on the identity and implications of "the elect" as noted in Scripture. Some distinctions held by "Neo-Calvinists" can inadvertently confuse or divide--so what are followers of Christ to do?
s7e11 Kuyper's Lectures on Calvinism - Lecture 5, Calvinism and Art In this episode, Marinus, Gray, and James continue a series reviewing Abraham Kuyper's Lectures on Calvinism. This week, they discuss Lecture 5 on Calvinism and Art.Sources mentioned in this episode:Abraham Kuyper, Lectures on Calvinism: Six Lectures Delivered at Princeton University [in 1898] (Grand Rapids, MI: W. B. Eerdmans, 2002).Gavin Ortlund, Why God Makes Sense in a World That Doesn't: The Beauty of Christian Theism (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Academic, a division of Baker Publishing Group, 2021).Robert Covolo, “Arts,” in T&T Clark Handbook of Neo-Calvinism, ed. Nathaniel Gray Sutanto and Cory Brock, 1st ed. (Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 2024), 487–97. https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/tt-clark-handbook-of-neocalvinism-9780567698094/Robert Covolo, Fashion Theology (Waco, Texas: Baylor University Press, 2020).Hans Rookmaaker, Modern Art and the Death of a Culture, Crossway print (Wheaton, Ill: Crossway Books, 1994).Roger D. Henderson, The Artistic Sphere: The Arts in Neo-Calvinist Perspective, 1st ed (Westmont: InterVarsity Press, 2024).Reach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommonOur theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0
Christians have been pressed once again to reconsider what is a biblical way of being politically and culturally engaged. In light of the US Election and in light of increased calls here in Canada to return our countries to our Christian heritage, many - even Christians - are worried of a rise of Christian Nationalism or at least a Christian politicization. One response has been to call Christians to remember the heritage of "two distinct kingdoms," the kingdom of this world and the kingdom of God. This is called R2K (Reformed Two Kingdom) theology. We will examine if this is an adequate response to society becoming increasingly antagonistic to religion, especially Christianity. We will also examine the theological heritage of L'Abri, Neo-Calvinism. (This talk was given late November 2024.) The Copyright for all material on the podcast is held by L'Abri Fellowship. We ask that you respect this by not publishing the material in full or in part in any format or post it on a website without seeking prior permission from L'Abri Fellowship. Also, note that not all views expressed in the lectures or in the discussion time necessarily represent the views of L'Abri Fellowship. © Canadian L'Abri 2020
A discussion of a Reformed Two Kingdoms view, and the possibility of a distinctively Christian view of the believer's cultural activity according to an orthodox Neo-Calvinism, in contrast with a Scholastic view. Key points from episodes 4 and 19 are summarized, and the Two Kingdoms view being addressed is described. The use of the term Scholasticism is explained against an objection. And a key difference between Neo-Calvinism and a Scholasticized view is variously illustrated.https://reformedlibertarians.com/021Main Points of Discussion00:00 Introduction00:32 Episode description02:08 Key points from episode 4 on Christian cultural activity07:09 Key points from episode 19 on religious non-neutrality09:23 Reformed Two Kingdoms distinctions13:41 The views of David VanDrunen18:43 The term Scholasticism as modified Aristotelianism 24:04 Reiteration of key difference between Neo-Calvinist and Scholastic views25:58 More about VanDrunen's views27:52 Religious views of a saltshaker32:43 The question of logical norms34:54 Similar to interpreting Scripture36:20 Religious views of limited civil governance40:35 Conclusion *Usually we catch these things, but Gregory didn't catch his mispronunciation of philological til later.Additional ResourcesEpisode 4: How Should Christians View Culture and What Are Some Mistaken Views?https://reformedlibertarians.com/004 Episode 19: The Myth Of Religious Neutralityhttps://reformedlibertarians.com/019 See David VanDrunen's more scholarly book Natural Law and the Two Kingdoms (2009)https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802864430/ and his more popular-level book Living in God's Two Kingdoms (2010)https://www.amazon.com/dp/1433514044/ “Five Versions Of Two Kingdoms and Foundations For Christian Cultural Activity” by Gregory Baushttps://reformedlibertarians.com/five-versions-of-two-kingdoms-and-foundations-for-christian-cultural-activity/ Info on Meredith G. Klinehttps://meredithkline.com/ Especially see Kline's book Kingdom Prologue (1993)https://www.amazon.com/dp/1597525642/ Michael Beck's book Covenant Lord and Cultic Boundary (2023)https://www.amazon.com/dp/1666737577/ The Catholic Encyclopedia (1912) entry on “Scholasticism”https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/13548a.htm See the first two chapters (93 pages) of Herman Dooyeweerd's Reformation And Scholasticism In Philosophy, Volume 2 (1950) for historical background on the development of Neo-Calvinism and its criticism of Scholastic views.https://vcho.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Reformation-and-Scholasticism-in-Philosophy-A-Vol-5-2.pdf#page=25 For example of a non-Christian's view of limited civil governance from creational revelation, see Murray Rothbard's For A New Liberty (1973)https://mises.org/library/book/new-liberty-libertarian-manifestoand Ethics Of Liberty (1982) audio: https://mises.org/library/book/ethics-liberty text: https://cdn.mises.org/The%20Ethics%20of%20Liberty%2020191108.pdf The Reformed Libertarians Podcast is a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute: https://libertarianchristians.com and a member of the Christians for Liberty Network: https://christiansforliberty.net Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com
Who was the "real" Bonhoeffer and why has he left such an enduring legacy? What can we learn from his life today? And is the new film about his life, Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin, accurate? In this interview, we talk with Dr. Brant Himes, a professor and scholar who has studied the life and theology of Bonhoeffer for two decades.Brant is a full time faculty member at Los Angeles Pacific University (part of the Azusa Pacific University System), teaching online courses in Bible, theology, and history. He also serves as the Young Adults Coordinator at Westside Church in Bend, Oregon. His publications include Dietrich Bonhoeffer, and Discipleship for the Common Good; Faith, Life and Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Neo-Calvinism in Dialogue: Perspectives in Public Theology. ==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.
In this episode, Marinus and Gray discuss the legacy of Karl Barth, his relationship to the neo-Calvinist tradition, and how (and if) he can be a helpful resource. Sources discussed in this episode: Matthew Lee Anderson, Confidence in Life: A Barthian Account of Procreation, 1st ed, T&T Clark Enquiries in Theological Ethics Series (London: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 2024). Karl Barth and Edwyn Clement Hoskyns, The Epistle to the Romans (London: Oxford University Press, 1968). Karl Barth, Nein! Antwort an Emil Brunner, (Germany: C. Kaiser, 1934). Herman Bavinck, The Foremost Problems of Contemporary Dogmatics: On Faith, Knowledge, and the Christian Tradition (Bellingham, WA: Lexham Press, 2024). David Fergusson, “Karl Barth's Doctrine of Creation: Church‐bells beyond the Stars,” International Journal of Systematic Theology 18, no. 4 (October 2016): 414–31. George Harinck and D. van Keulen, eds., De receptie van Karl Barth in Nederland (Amersfoort: Uitgeverij De Vuurbaak, 2022). Paul T. Nimmo, Being in Action: The Theological Shape of Barth's Ethical Vision, Library of New Testament Studies (London: T&T Clark, 2007). Christiane Tietz and Victoria J. Barnett, Karl Barth: A Life in Conflict (Oxford New York (N.Y.): Oxford university press, 2021). Shao Kai Tseng, “Neo-Calvinism and the Theology of Karl Barth,” in T&T Clark Handbook of Neo-Calvinism, Cory Brock and Nathaniel Gray Sutanto, eds., 1st ed (London: T&T Clark, 2024). John Visser, “Karl Barth's Appreciative Use of Herman Bavinck's Reformed Dogmatics,” Calvin Theological Journal 45, no. 1 (2010): 79–86. Reach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommon Our theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0
As a podcast which gets its name from Herman Bavinck's Reformed Dogmatics, Neo-Calvinism is obviously a theological tradition and project near and dear to our hearts. But it's one that so often gets a bad rap, or is misconstrued. In this week's episode, spurred on by our conversations with recent guests over the past few months, we seek to take stock not only of what it is, but to explore some of its native tensions as well as the ways in which it is often viewed by others in the broader Reformed tradition. Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA. Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
In this first episode of season 6, James, Gray, and Marinus discuss a forthcoming article written by Marinus on the French theologian Auguste Lecerf. While looking at how Lecerf adapted neo-Calvinism for the French context, the team also discusses how neo-Calvinism looks in other contexts. Our theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0 Reach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommon
In this episode we're joined by Rev. Dr. N. Gray Sutanto, who is Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary in Washington, DC, and the author or editor of several books on Neo-Calvinism and the theology of the Dutch theologian Herman Bavinck, including translating into English some of his previously untranslated works. Over the course of our conversation we talk about education, politics, and other elements related to the cultural mandate and the application of Reformed thought to culture. The episode is a bit of a hinge, functioning as a Protestant perspective on monasticism and asceticism, and as an entry point into our forthcoming episodes on politics and social life. Team members on the episode from The Two Cities include: Dr. John Anthony Dunne and Rev. Daniel Parham. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What were Calvin's views regarding the future of Israel and the thousand-year reign of Christ? [1 hour 5 minutes]
Support the show!! - https://www.patreon.com/chasedavisGo to ionlayer.com and use code FPT to get $100 off your first kit. Go right now to hillsdale.edu/proof to enrollX - @jackmat100Neo-Calvinism - https://americanreformer.org/2023/12/neo-calvinism-and-american-decline/SummaryIn this episode, Chase Davis interviews Jackson Waters about the complexities of Neo-Calvinism, its historical roots, and its implications for contemporary Christianity. They discuss the characteristics of Neo-Calvinism, its relationship with cultural Christianity, and the influence of key figures like Karl Barth and Abraham Kuyper. The conversation also touches on the challenges of maintaining a vibrant faith in a pluralistic society and the role of the church in addressing societal issues.Support the showSign up for the Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/chasedavisFollow Full Proof Theology on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fullprooftheology/Follow Full Proof Theology on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fullprooftheology/
What are some of the issues with Neo-Calvinism? [1 hour 5 minutes]
Andy introduces Neo-Calvinism and gives an overview of the study to come. [1 hour 10 minutes]
In this week's episode, Pastor Zac kicks off a new series of episodes in which we'll be gathering voices from around the Reformed tradition, both within the CRC and without, to give their insights on what the Reformed faith is all about. With Pastor Mark on a missions trip this week to New Mexico, Pastor Zac takes the reigns and kicks off the series with Dr. Michael Allen, author and professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, FL. Topics covered include Reformed theology, Neo-Calvinism, and the catholicity of the Reformed tradition. Visit www.rts.edu/campuses/orlando for more information about Reformed Theological Seminary's Orlando campus. Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA. Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
T&T Clark Handbook of Neo-Calvinism (T&T Clark, 2023) comprehensively demonstrates neo-Calvinism's unique contribution to theology and Christian philosophy. It offers excellent contributions on the movement's most important historical and thematic loci, including its impact on Reformed denominations and churches across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Divided into 3 sections, this handbook first surveys the entire landscape of the neo-Calvinist movement as it pertains to key theological topics. These loci, which range from revelation and Scripture to Christology and theological ethics, show that neo-Calvinist theologies are uniquely modern and yet typically confessional. The second section discusses the influence of key figures from the first and second generation of neo-Calvinist thought, including both principal figures like Abraham Kuyper and lesser known thinkers like August Lecerf. The final section charts the legacy of neo-Calvinism, in non-Dutch geographies, for other sciences, and for the church. Cory Brock is the minister at St Columbas Free Church of Scotland in Edinburgh and part-time lecturer in Systematic Theology and Preaching at Edinburgh Theological Seminary. He is the author of Orthodox Yet Modern: Herman Bavinck's Use of Friedrich Schleiermacher (Lexham Press 2020). Nathaniel Gray Sutanto is Assistant Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary, Washington, USA. He is the author of God and Knowledge: Herman Bavinck's Theological Epistemology (T&T Clark, 2020). Brock and Sutanto also coauthored Neo-Calvinism: A Theological Introduction (Lexham Academic Press 2022). Listeners can find that interview here. Listeners interested in topically related NBN interviews, should listen to Zach McCulley's interview with James Eglinton on Bavinck: A Critical Biography and Justin McGeary's interviews with Bruce Pass on The Heart of Dogmatics: Christology and Christocentrism in Herman Bavinck and On Theology: Herman Bavinck's Theological Orations. 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
Discover the rich theology of Neo-Calvinism. Abraham Kuyper and Herman Bavinck sparked a theological tradition in the Netherlands that came to be known as Neo-Calvinism. While studies in Neo-Calvinism have focused primarily on its political and philosophical insights, its theology has received less attention. In Neo-Calvinism: A Theological Introduction (Lexham Press, 2023), Cory C. Brock and N. Gray Sutanto present the unique dogmatic contributions of the tradition. Each chapter focuses on a distinct theological aspect, such as revelation, creation, salvation, and ecclesiology. Neo-Calvinism produced rich theological work that yields promise for contemporary dogmatics. This book invites readers into this rich theological trajectory. "This book is the sign that [Neo-Calvinist] theology has now passed beyond the Dutch fairway. It has reached the international waters." --George Harinck Cory Brock is the minister at St Columbas Free Church of Scotland in Edinburgh and part-time lecturer in Systematic Theology and Preaching at Edinburgh Theological Seminary. He is the author of Orthodox Yet Modern: Herman Bavinck's Use of Friedrich Schleiermacher (Lexham Press 2020). Nathaniel Gray Sutanto is Assistant Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary, Washington, USA. He is the author of God and Knowledge: Herman Bavinck's Theological Epistemology (T&T Clark, 2020). Listeners interested in topically related NBN interviews, should listen to Zach McCulley's interview with James Eglinton on Bavinck: A Critical Biography and Justin McGeary's interviews with Bruce Pass on The Heart of Dogmatics: Christology and Christocentrism in Herman Bavinck and On Theology: Herman Bavinck's Theological Orations. 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 this episode, Cory, Gray, Marinus, and James discuss how the ideas in the neo-Calvinist tradition are connected to Scripture. Our theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0 Reach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommon
In another live episode from the 2024 Kuyper Conference, James, Marinus, Gray, and Cory sit down with George Harinck to discuss the state of the neo-Calvinist movement in 2024. George brings a unique perspective as a Dutch historian. From the rise of neo-Calvinist studies in 2008 to today, the team discusses what has changed and what might be needed for the future. Our theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0 Reach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommon
Gayle Doornbos joins the podcast to talk about her journey of faith and education and current ministry at Dordt University. Gayle brings us into conversation with Herman Bavinck and the importance of his work as a theologian who sits patiently with Scripture and the tradition as he works to apply theology to his own day, helping us learn what it means to live before the face of God. We discuss such questions as how might Neo-Calvinism help us navigate present questions of church and state? What does it mean for Christians to engage the world in the mode of pilgrims? How can we retrieve the tradition faithfully? All this and much more on this episode!
Episode 185. Neo-Calvinism, China, and Western Philosophy (ft. Alex Tseng) Prior to his lecture in our Global Bavinck Scholars series at RTS Washington, Alex Tseng joined us for a far ranging discussion of missions, the Chinese church, the impact of Western Philosophy on Eastern culture, and, of course, Neo-Calvinism. More about RTS: rts.edu/campuses/washington-dc/ Donate: give2rtsdc.com/
In this episode, we end our discussion on chapters from Gray and Cory's book Neo-Calvinism, by discussing the 16 theses provided at the end of the book. Publications mentioned in this episode: Brock, Cory C., and N. Gray Sutanto. Neo-Calvinism: A Theological Introduction. Bellingham: Lexham Press, 2023. Reach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommon
In this episode, we return to the discussion on chapters from Gray and Cory's book Neo-Calvinism: A Theological Introduction. In particular, we return to the discussion about Neo-Calvinism's ecclesiology and how the Church relates to the world. Publications mentioned in this episode: Brock, Cory C., and N. Gray Sutanto. Neo-Calvinism: A Theological Introduction. Bellingham: Lexham Press, 2023. Kaemingk, Matthew, and Cory B. Willson. Work and Worship: Reconnecting Our Labor and Liturgy. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Academic, a division of Baker Publishing Group, 2020. Bavinck, Johan Herman. De Zegen van den Arbeid. J.N. Voorhoeve, 1949 Reach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommon
Since 2008, we have been taking time around New Year's Day to bring you some of the top moments from the preceding year. We have several great clips lined up for you today. The Top Episodes of 2023 (by YouTube views) Dan Ragusa — Preterism and 2 Peter 3 (YouTube) Gray Sutanto and Cory Brock — A Theological Introduction to Neo-Calvinism (YouTube) Greg Beale — The New Testament Use of the Old Testament (YouTube) Carlton Wynne — Calvin’s Institutes of the Christian Religion (YouTube) Camden Bucey — The Importance of Cornelius Van Til for Today (YouTube) Jim Cassidy — Introducing and Interpreting Karl Barth (YouTube) Danny Olinger — Christianity and Liberalism: Introduction (YouTube) Lane Tipton — Exitus and Reditus in the Theology of Thomas Aquinas (YouTube) Jonathan Master — Reformed Theology (YouTube) Michael Beck — Covenant Theology and Cultural Engagement in the Thought of Meredith G. Kline (YouTube) Chapters 00:00:07 Introduction 00:03:26 The Top 10 Episodes of 2023 00:15:13 [Dan Ragusa] Preterism and 2 Peter 3 00:24:22 [Gray Sutanto and Cory Brock] A Theological Introduction to Neo-Calvinism 00:30:14 [Greg Beale] The New Testament Use of the Old Testament 00:39:28 [Carlton Wynne] Calvin’s Institutes of the Christian Religion 00:46:58 [Camden Bucey] The Importance of Cornelius Van Til for Today 01:00:24 [Jim Cassidy] Introducing and Interpreting Karl Barth 01:12:16 [Danny Olinger] Christianity and Liberalism: Introduction 01:16:59 [Lane Tipton] Exitus and Reditus in the Theology of Thomas Aquinas 01:25:09 [Jonathan Master] Reformed Theology 01:34:52 [Michael Beck] Covenant Theology and Cultural Engagement in the Thought of Meredith G. Kline 01:40:52 Conclusion Participants: Camden Bucey, Carlton Wynne, Cory Brock, Dan Ragusa, Danny Olinger, Greg Beale, Jim Cassidy, Jonathan Master, Lane G. Tipton, Michael Beck, Nathaniel Gray Sutanto
In his message at TGC Netherlands 2023, James Eglinton delves into Tim Keller's evolving relationship with Neo-Calvinism. He recommends Central Church by Tim Keller as the primary source for understanding Keller's mature theological voice and biblical basis for his ministry.Eglinton's sermon discusses the evolution of Keller's thinking, showcasing a shift from a distant association with Neo-Calvinism to Keller explicitly identifying as a Neo-Calvinist in later years. Eglinton suggests that a careful examination of both explicit and implicit engagements with Neo-Calvinist thought in Center Church is essential to understanding Keller's theological journey.Original conference media courtesy of: https://www.geloofstoerusting.nl/
Dr. Michael Beck joins us to speak about his book, Covenant Lord and Cultic Boundary: A Dialectic Inquiry Concerning Meredith Kline and the Reformed Two-Kingdom Project (Wipf and Stock), which is a theological exploration of the ideas of Meredith Kline and their impact on the Reformed Two-Kingdom Project. The book provides a literature review of relevant works on the topic and highlights the broader universe of discourse in which this study exists. In the book and in this conversation, Dr. Beck offers a unique analysis of Kline's theology and its practical implications for contemporary Christian life and practice. Michael Beck is a pastor at Gracenet Community Church as well as a lecturer of Old Testament and biblical theology at Grace Theological College (New Zealand). Dr. Beck earned his PhD from the South African Theological Seminary Michael also co-hosts the Two-Age Sojourner podcast. Chapters 00:00:07 Introduction 00:02:56 Dr. Beck’s Ministry in New Zealand 00:10:48 Introduction to Kline 00:17:24 The Point of the Book: Kline and Cultural Engagement 00:30:21 Theonomy, Perspectivalism, and Neo-Calvinism 00:36:31 The Noahic Covenant 00:47:09 The Cultural Mandate 00:54:39 Considering Theological Differences 01:01:50 Conclusion Participants: Camden Bucey, Michael Beck