Podcast appearances and mentions of roger olson

We continue working through an article written by Christopher Bounds entitled "How Are People Saved? The Major Views Of Salvation With a Focus On Wesleyan Perspectives And Their Implications" . In this episode we finish up our discussion of Semi-Pelagianism and read some quotes from a Semi-Pelagian leaning (according to Bounds) writer in the Wesleyan tradition. Then we start to cover Semi-Augustinianism, and take a deep dive into the concept of "prevenient grace", which is, according to Bounds, the key distinctive of this view. We then read from Roger Olson's book "Arminian Theology: Myths and Realities", and see what he has to say about prevenient grace. Enjoy! Link to Article here: https://www.jstor.org/stable/42909800

Dr Roger Olson is preaching today with a great topic.  Christians say "Jesus is Lord" but when asked to explain that, some Christians have trouble articulating what it means.  Today's sermon is meant to help you understand and be able to explain "Jesus Is Lord"   Passage: Phillipians 2:1-11

Mayor Nancy Backus sits down with City of Auburn's special events coordinator Kristy Pachciarz and Roger Olson with the American Legion Post 78 to talk about the Auburn Veterans Parade! You know, that great big giant parade that snakes through Main Street each year??? You might be wondering how it started, how it grew so big, and what it means to the folks involved (hint: a whole heck of a lot). 

If you're not focusing on feed efficiency, you're leaving money on the table. Zinpro® dairy team members Dr. Jeff Weyers and Roger Olson join the podcast to discuss why feed efficiency provides a direct snapshot to your herd's profitability. As dairies continue to navigate market pressures, homing in on feed efficiency boosts profitability and can open the door to more benefits. Learn how to tailor your nutrition program to make the most of this metric and improve health and reproduction in the process. This episode is sponsored by Zinpro. Backed by more than 50 years of research and industry expertise, Zinpro leads in the dairy nutrition space. Our experts partner with nutritionists and producers to deliver solutions that provide flexibility and drive herd performance.

In today's episode we broadcast the seminary opening service. Roger Olson brings the Word and President Larson installs the new seminary President Dr. Troy Tysdal.   

At some point in your life, you have likely "shopped" around in search of the right product, home or even church.  The goal is always the same: finding what's right for me.  But what does it mean to find the right church.  Join us for a special service by Dr. Roger Olson to learn about the ideal church.  Passage: 1 Corinthian 12:12-27

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a topic that has been on the rise as of late - Calvinism. There are really two dynamics behind the ministry of Church & Culture: to look at the interplay between the Church and the culture of our day, but also to examine the culture within the Church itself. And it's with the latter that today's discussion lands. Episode Links There are three helpful resources that Dr. White mentioned during the podcast, particularly when it comes to the debate over passages found in Scripture referencing election and predestination, as well as an understanding of Arminianism. They are: William Klein, The New Chosen People: A Corporate View of Election. “N. T. Wright on Predestination and Election,” watch on YouTube HERE. Roger Olson, Arminian Theology: Myths and Realities. Another topic that came up frequently in the conversation was grace. Dr. White recently delivered a series at Mecklenburg Community Church called “Christianity's Most Scandalous Idea” that focused specifically on grace as it relates to the Christian faith. You can find that series HERE. Finally, the idea of women in ministry and leadership within the church is a tension point for those who hold to Calvin's beliefs. You can listen to an earlier Church & Culture Podcast on this: CCP7: On Women in Ministry. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday.

In Episode 35 of Season 3, Drew and Mick survey a brief history of church denominations - how did they emerge? What were the factors that drove those developments? What are the implications for those of us in the church today? Listen in to hear more. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Episode notes: - The Mosaic of Christian Belief by Roger Olson

This is our third full episode of Remonstrance Podcast. In this episode we will discuss the Wesleyan-Arminian Doctrine of the Atonement. First, we will explain the various major views on the Atonement. They are the Governmental, the Satisfaction, and the Penal-Substitution views. After that we will look at Hugo Grotius and the history of the Governmental View of the Atonement. Then we will look at what Arminius and Wesley taught in regards to the Atonement (spoiler alert: they did not hold to the Governmental Theory). Then we will focus on the views of the Atonement held by the major early Methodist Theologians: Watson, Pope, and Summers. Then we will discuss John Miley and how the Governmental Theory of the Atonement was introduced to Methodism. We will finish with some clarification from Thomas Oden. In this episode we reference works by Roger Olson, Kenneth J. Collins, and Thomas Oden. We highly recommend the works of all three of these theologians.

In Episode 24 of Season 3, Drew and Mick continue a dialogue on the Calvinist and Arminianist perspectives on sovereignty and free will. This episode looks more in-depth at these two specific historical expressions, whereas the last episode explored the philosophical frameworks themselves. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Episode notes: - Roger Olson overview: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/rogereolson/2018/11/calvinism-and-arminianism-compared-by-roger-e-olson/ - Andrew Wilson on 7-Point Armalvinism: https://thinktheology.co.uk/blog/article/seven-point-armalvinism - Sam Storms overview of the concept of election: https://www.samstorms.org/all-articles/post/the-calvinistic-concept-of-election

This week Dr. Roger Olson will help us look at the Advent theme of Joy.

The doctrine of the Trinity gets brought up weekly in our conversations with people who have suffered religious trauma. A better understanding of this topic will help us get a sound and biblically-based faith, as well as help us to better understand the concerns of the groups our mentees have left. With the questions we've been asked in mind, Naomi invited Dr. Roger Olson to join us to talk about this important doctrine of the Christian faith. What does the Bible actually teach about it? ---------------- Support this work by visiting https://www.beemboldened.com/donate to make a tax-deductible donation (formerly Naomi Wright Ministries / NWM).

It might seem counterintuitive for Christians to be ‘against' anything. In the tradition of Origen of Alexandria's Against Celsus, Roger Olson takes on the religion of Theological Liberalism in today's podcast.  Youtube - https://youtu.be/piePXsUmh1gAudio - https://andymilleriii.com/media/podcastApple -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-to-the-story-with-dr-andy-miller/id1569988895?uo=4 Contender: Going Deeper in the Book of Jude - This all-inclusive small group study on the book of Jude is out now. Check it out on the course page: http://courses.andymilleriii.com Five Steps to Deeper Teaching and Preaching - I'm excited to share some news with you.  Recently, I updated this PDF document and added a 45-minute teaching video with slides, explaining this tool. It's like a mini-course. If you sign up for my list, I will send this free resource to you. Sign up here - www.AndyMillerIII.com or Five Steps to Deeper Teaching and Preaching. Today's episode is brought to you by these two sponsors: Keith Waters and his team at WPO Development do an amazing job helping non-profits and churches through mission planning studies, strategic plans, feasibility studies, and capital campaigns. We are honored to have Keith and WPO on the More to the Story team. You can find out more about them at www.wpodevelopment.com or touch base directly with Keith at Keith.Waters@wpodevelopment.com.ANDWesley Biblical Seminary - Interested in going deeper in your faith? Check out our certificate programs, B.A., M.A.s, M.Div., and D.Min degrees. You will study with world-class faculty and the most racially diverse student body in the country. www.wbs.eduThanks too to Phil Laeger for the new podcast music. You can find out about Phil's music at https://www.laeger.net

As the United Methodist Church begins to separate and churches are discerning whether to disaffiliate or remain with the UMC, one of the things that institutional United Methodist leaders are saying is that there is no reason for churches to leave the UMC because the United Methodist doctrinal standards won't change. They are codified in the Articles of Religion and Confession of Faith and can't be altered because of the Restrictive Rule. And it's true that some who remain in the United Methodist Church will maintain and orthodox theological position, at least to a degree.   But we also know that from the beginning the United Methodist Church began embracing liberal theology, particularly among most of the official seminaries along with many in the Council of Bishops and denominational agencies. Liberal theology may use some of the same words and concepts as outlined in our doctrinal standards but means something very different by them. In this episode, Bob interviews Dr. Roger Olson, who is emeritus professor of theology at George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University. His latest book is Against Liberal Theology: Putting the Brakes on Progressive Christianity. Dr. Olson argues that liberal Christianity isn't really Christianity at all, but a different religion altogether. He makes the case that discerning and challenging liberal theology, along with critiquing more fundamental forms of Christianity, are keys to making Christianity Christian again.   Send us your questions and comments at podcast@wesleyancovenant.org and follow us on Twitter @WCAPod. To learn more about the Wesleyan Covenant Association visit our website.     

Many of us have grown up hearing that God is in control. While most of the time this is an encouraging thought, our feelings start to change when we go through a struggling situation in life. Was God truly in control of the tragedy I just experienced or the wrongdoing within my life? This week Dr Roger Olson will tackle this hard question.

Dr. Roger Olson joins the Seminary Unboxed podcast to discuss his new book, "Against Liberal Theology."

“In today's culture, it's not popular to be against something unless it's blatantly immoral or illegal,” writes Roger Olson. However, he adds: “If Christianity is to mean something, it has to have some shape, if not boundaries” (emphasis in original). The thesis of his new book, Against Liberal Theology, is that “liberal Christianity cuts the cord of continuity between itself and biblical, historical, classical, orthodox Christianity so thoroughly that it ought to call itself something other than Christian.” In this episode of the Influence Podcast, I'm talking to Olson about that thesis — what liberal theology is, why it's not authentically Christian, and why progressive Christians especially need to know these things. I'm George P. Wood, executive editor of Influence magazine and your host. Roger Olson is emeritus professor of theology at George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University, and author of Against Liberal Theology: Putting the Brakes on Progressive Christianity, published by Zondervan Reflective. ----- This episode of the Influence Podcast is brought to you by My Healthy Church, distributors of Bible Engagement Project. Bible Engagement Project gives churches access to a library of kids curriculum and small group resources all in one subscription. Visit BibleEngagementProject.com to download sample lessons.

Dr. Roger Olson writes a review of Dr. Craig's book and a recent conference on the Atonement of Christ.

Dr. Leighton Flowers considers the comments of both Calvinists and Arminians about what Provisionism entails. Do they get it right? Do they treat Provisionism fairly? To read the article in response to Roger Olson, click here: https://soteriology101.com/2019/04/27/prevenient-grace-is-this-a-minor-point/ To see Vocab Malone and Tyler Vela's full episode, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YEDM4DBNkM To SUPPORT this broadcast please click here: https://soteriology101.com/support/   Is Calvinism all Leighton talks about? https://soteriology101.com/2017/09/22/is-calvinism-all-you-talk-about/   DOWNLOAD OUR APP: LINK FOR ANDROIDS: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... LINK FOR APPLE: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/soterio...   Go to www.ridgemax.co for all you software developing needs! Show them some love for their support of Soteriology101!!!   To ORDER Dr. Flowers Curriculum “Tiptoeing Through Tulip” please click here: https://soteriology101.com/shop/   To listen to the audio only be sure to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play or one of the other podcast players found here: https://soteriology101.com/home/   For more about Traditionalism (or Provisionism) please visit www.soteriology101.com   Dr. Flowers' book, “The Potter's Promise” can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Potters-Promis...   Dr. Flowers' book, “God's Provision for All” can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Provision...   To engage with other believers cordially join our Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/1806702...   For updates and news follow us at:  www.facebook/Soteriology101   Or @soteriology101 on Twitter   Please SHARE on Facebook and Twitter and help spread the word!   To learn more about other ministries and teachings from Dr. Flowers go here: https://soteriology101.com/2017/09/22...   To become a Patreon supporter or make a one time donation: https://soteriology101.com/support/

Today we will have Dr. Roger Olson speaking about the person and work of the Holy Spirit.

On Fearing the Silent Places: It's okay to mourn in the cemeteries of the past... GUEST Chris Martin Book of Revelation... GUEST Dr Roger E. Olson What Chris Martin and Roger Olson said... GUEST Rev Dr. Dean WeaverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Fearing the Silent Places: It's okay to mourn in the cemeteries of the past... GUEST Chris Martin Book of Revelation... GUEST Dr Roger E. Olson What Chris Martin and Roger Olson said... GUEST Rev Dr. Dean WeaverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley answer questions submitted from their patron supporters! To learn more and become a patron visit patreon.com/knowingfaith.Questions Covered in This Episode:“Do you have recommendations for books/podcasts/resources/etc for doing something similar but age appropriate for older kids?”“Is the language about God being Father & Son literal or figurative or both?”“Are we ever at risk of reading too much into parallels, types, significant numbers etc. and drawing conclusions that weren't intended as we attempt to comprehend and interpret on our own?”“Why do you think that in the New Creation there will be no darkness (Rev. 21:22-25) yet in the first creation, before there was sin, God created darkness and light? 1 Jn 1:5 says there is no darkness in God, but why then did God create night in the first place?”“Regarding Gen 3:24. What happened to the garden, the cherubim & flaming sword after Adam and Eve left? What happened to the tree of life or tree of knowledge of good & evil?”“What is a theological belief or tradition that you used to hold too firmly but changed your mind (or at least you are no longer as confident in)?”“I've been wrestling with postmillennialism, amillennialism, and premillennialism eschatology and have been leaning towards post. I know it's not an essential of our faith but I was wondering what you guys can comment on this and any good resources as well.”“Are you ever worried about how much influence you are having through the podcast?”“Is justification by faith alone a first-tier ("essentials") issue in your view? It seems that many evangelicals do think so, but if so, how does that affect how we view people in church history like Thomas Aquinas, if this doctrine is an "essential" belief to be saved?”“Is there a resource that charitably explains what different Christian denominations believe?”“What is one of your favorite things about your fellow cohosts/friends/frohosts? How do they encourage you?”“Is the Son the only person of the Trinity we see "embodied" (I'm not even sure if it's ok to use that word in relation to the Trinity at this point) in the scriptures or do we see the Father and the Spirit take on a form? For example, is the one Isaiah sees on the throne in Isaiah 6 the Son? The Father? The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? Outside of the incarnation, how do we apply good Trinitarian theology to moments when we see God taking on "embodied" forms like in Isaiah, Ezekiel, and Revelation or more general forms like the burning bush, pillar of cloud and fire, etc.?”“I only recently came to understand that the resurrection of Jesus Christ actually changes my reality now (on this side of eternity). How should we think about the transformative power of the resurrection as it relates to the topic of besetting sins?”“Is it important that Adam was a historical figure? If so, why?”“Each of y'all's simple tips for studying scripture on your own.”“Historically God has always had masculine pronouns but recently I've noticed gender-neutral pronouns are being used more often (particularly in scholarly writings). Is our understanding of God as masculine or gender-neutral an important aspect of our relationship with God? How does that impact our view of men and women being made in the image of God?”“When reading Acts, it seems like the apostles go out of their way to lay hands on new converts and ensure they are specifically filled/baptized with the Holy Spirit in a way that causes them to prophecy, speak in tongues, etc. This seems like an additional step, not synonymous with water baptism. The apostles didn't seem to think that we are filled upon conversion, but rather manually through specific prayer. As believers today, are we missing something? Should we be doing this after we baptize someone? Am I lacking the Spirit if I haven't been converted with this procedure?”“In Isaiah 9:6 Jesus Christ, the Son is referred to both as Son and as Everlasting Father...How does this work out in the Trinitarian community? Is there a lending of their titles? ‘For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.'”“In the OT, the Angel of the Lord is often a Christophany. In Matthew 1:20 is this also a Christophany?““How should Protestants read the early fathers if their leanings are more Catholic (the church)?  Should we ignore their beliefs on Mary or communion?”“References are made to the gift of tongues throughout the NT. There seem to be two types, one of which is speaking a known language, and the other which is a bit less clear - some sort of tongues of angels or heavenly language. Paul says in Corinthians not to forbid tongues. Why is this not commonly exercised in our circles? Are we missing out on some sort of joyous fellowship with the Spirit by not pursuing this, at least in personal prayer, if not in community with other saints?”“Can you give a run through of some of the differences between dispensationalism and covenant theology. Are they in direct conflict with one another or can they be harmonized?”“Lately I've had real difficulty accepting an impassible view of God, especially when considering the suffering of Jesus on the cross. It is hard for me to think that the Father, so intimately united with the Son, did not also suffer out of compassion for him. Did God feel nothing as he watched his son die? The last thing I gather from the incarnation/crucifixion is that the Father is apathetic, so my understanding of impassibility must be off. But I don't understand how God who is capable of love could be incapable of suffering or emotion, and I would love to hear y'all's thoughts.”“Per Scripture, is baptism presented as being a part of salvation? Or, put another way, is baptism when your sins are forgiven?”“Thanks for the JL Packer essay - Early in the essay Packer defines "Unconditional election" as God's free, sovereign, unconditional choice for sinners, as sinners to be redeemed.  He then goes on to define "Limited atonement" as "The redeeming work of Christ had as its end and goal the salvation of the elect."  Is there any easy way to understand how this can be a free choice for sinners and yet you are also elect?”“What advice would you give your 25-year-old self or a 25-year old Patron with a desire to pastor?““What would your recommendation be regarding the use of outside curriculum in your church classes/studies? How would you balance using outside resources as opposed to training up your own teachers and developing your own materials?”“Why does it say in Romans 5:15 “many” died by the trespass of [Adam], versus everyone/all? Don't we all experience death and it's only through faith & allegiance to Christ that we can be born and experience true life again? Interestingly, almost all main translations have “the many.”“What book of the Bible do you think you've read/reread the most and what is it about that book that keeps drawing you back?”“Do you all reject or affirm the concept of “autotheos”? Currently reading Arminian Theology by Roger Olson in order to have a more well rounded understanding.”Where do you think the line is for having a proper place of spiritual authority?“I am wondering all y'all's thoughts on the movement of evangelicals to embrace "Torah Observance" and return to keeping the OT law. In discussing this with a friend who is being drawn to this new (old) way of life, my thoughts have been on Paul's comments about the Law in Romans. She brought up 2 Peter 3:16-17 and Peter's comments about Paul's teaching being misunderstood and misapplied leading to "lawlessness." I'd love to hear your thoughts! ““If we are continually be interceded for by God the Son (Jesus), are those who were spoken to by God in the Old Testament being spoken to from God the Son, or God the Father? The New Testament seems to suggest that we only have access to the Father through the Son, but I often hear people talk about God's words spoken to the prophets as coming from God the Father. How should we think about the trinitys function in the Old Testament, specifically concerning God speaking to men?“What recommendations or resources can you suggest to help women who want to grow their skills leading small group discussion?Helpful Definitions:Eternally Begotten: The Son's unique attribute in relation to the Father and the Spirit: the Son is sourced in the Father, but there was never a time when the Son began. All things are from the Father, through the Son and by the Spirit.Eternally Unbegotten: The Father is without origin (never been born, made, or created) and He is the fount of divinity.Archetypal Knowledge: Knowledge of God that God himself only possesses; true and full.Ectypal Knowledge: Our knowledge of God is true but not full because of our finitude.Chiasm: Is a literary technique that has bookend statements that work their way inward.Christophany: An appearance of the Son of God before the incarnation.The resurrection power of Christ means that we have been delivered from the penalty of sin. The resurrection power of Christ means that we are currently being delivered from sin's power and the resurrection power of Christ means one day we will be delivered from sin's presence.Autotheos: Self existence of God.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Revelation 21:22-25, 1 John 1:5, Genesis 2:3, Genesis 3:24, 1 John 2:1, Isaiah 9:6, John 10:30, Matthew 1:20, Romans 5:15, John 13-17, Hebrews 1, John 15:26patreon.com/knowingfaithThe Bible Project“A Case for Amillennialism” by Kim Riddlebarger“Postmillennialism” By Keith A. MathisonKnowing Faith Acts Episodes“Kingdom Through Covenant: A Biblical-Theological Understanding of the Covenants” by Peter J. Gentry and Stephen J. Wellum“God's Kingdom through God's Covenants: A Concise Biblical Theology” by Peter J. Gentry and Stephen J. Wellum“The New “New Orthodoxy”: Only The Impassable God Can Help” by Wesley Hill“The Impassable God of the Bible: Replying to Some Objections” by Wesley HillJ. I. Packer's Famous Essay on Christ's Death“Calvin, Classical Trinitarianism, and the Aseity of the Son” by Tyler R. Wittman“Iron Sharpens Iron: Leading Bible–Oriented Small Groups that Thrive” by Orlando SaerAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degrees designed to equip you to do even more to advance the cause of Christ and His Kingdom: SBTS.EDU/EXPLORE.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our website.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith

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The fourth episode in a 4-part series “Holy Heresies: A Podcast About the Things We Believe Which We Shouldn't Believe.” We're Walking Through the Book “Counterfeit Christianity” by Roger Olson  https://www.amazon.com/Counterfeit-Christianity-Persistence-Errors-Church/dp/1426772297 (https://www.amazon.com/Counterfeit-Christianity-Persistence-Errors-Church/dp/1426772297) Weeks 1-4 Intro to the Series, and Gnosticism Trinity & Doctrine of the Trinity Montanism and Marcionism - What do we do with the Bible? Moralistic Therapeutic Deism – Reducing God Walk in obedience to all that the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live and prosper and prolong your days in the land that you will possess. (Deuteronomy 5:33) ------------------------------ Episode Summary/For Further Exploration Why Do This Study? “Heresy” within Christianity isn't limited to the pages and annuls of history. Rather, Heresies exist in various forms and haven't lost any of their potency to corrupt our right, Christ-honoring understanding, faith, or worship. Just as we can use scripture wrong, we can carry incorrect belief, often without knowing. We will discuss a few heresies and how each of these have clung on through time and in which ways they may have latched onto our lives.   Moralistic Therapeutic Deism (Be Good Feel Good Religion)   MTD as described by Dr Olson in his book is characterized by 5 Broad Tenants:  (1) the belief in a god who exists and created the world and watches over life on earth,  (2) the belief that God wants people to be good, nice, and fair to each other as taught by the bible, … and various other world religions,  (3) believing the central goal in life is to be happy and feel good about oneself/live a “good” life  (4) God all that involved in my personal life except for the times when you need God to resolve a problem,  and  (5) the belief that if you're a “good person” in life, you get to go to heaven when you die. The Enlightenment view on Deism:  Belief in a supreme deity The deity ought to be worshiped Virtue combined with piety is the chief part of worship People should repent of their sins Reward and punishment follow from According to the cultural research center, 74% of Americans lean on some variation of agreement/practice with Deism and/or lean on it for life guidance. These people side with the “version of Christianity” which emphasized self, emotion, being good, rather than on God or Objective truth.  Of these 74% Americans, 95% don't consider success in life as consistent with obedience to God 91% don't believe that people are born into sin and need to be saved by Jesus Christ 88% percent get their “Truth” information or moral guidance from places other than the Bible 76% contend that people can earn a place in heaven based on being “good” 75% of these people don't believe God is at all the basis for truth And 71% don't believe the bible is true or reliable.  An Astounding 74% believe in Karma, which is in no way Christian! Dr Olson Gives some Antidotes to These Heresies Number 1: [Quote] “Christians need to recover a sense of the counterculture nature of the Gospel. The Gospel is an offense to common sense and a scandal to ordinary reason,” but it doesn't have to be an opponent to reason, just ordinary reason.  The only way to dive deeply into the fullness of the counter-cultural voice of the bible, is to know the bible through study. Number 2: Listen to the voices of Christians outside our western-american context. Although it seems sometimes like the world follows the drumbeat of American culture, it's not true. Christians in South America, Africa, and Asia have a lot to teach us and can help remind us of the Christ-centered life, despite what our culture keeps trying to convince us.  Number 3: Let's give our Christians a thicker, more...

The Third episode in a 4-part series, “Holy Heresies: A Podcast About the Things We Believe Which We Shouldn't Believe.” We're Walking Through the Book “Counterfeit Christianity” by Roger Olson https://www.amazon.com/Counterfeit-Christianity-Persistence-Errors-Church/dp/1426772297 (https://www.amazon.com/Counterfeit-Christianity-Persistence-Errors-Church/dp/1426772297) Weeks 1-4 1. Intro to the Series, and Gnosticism 2. Trinity & Doctrine of the Trinity 3. Montanism and Marcionism - What do we do with the Bible? 4. Moralistic Therapeutic Deism – Reducing God ------------------------  Walk in obedience to all that the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live and prosper and prolong your days in the land that you will possess. (Deuteronomy 5:33) ------------------------ “Not even the least of the divine and holy mysteries of the faith ought to be handed down without the divine Scriptures. Do not simply give faith to me speaking these things to you except you have the proof of what I say from the divine Scriptures. For the security and preservation of our faith are not supported by ingenuity of speech, but by the proofs of the divine Scriptures...” - Cyril of Jerusalem ------------------------ Episode Summary/For Further Exploration Why Do This Study? “Heresy” within Christianity isn't limited to the pages and annuls of history. Rather, Heresies exist in various forms and haven't lost any of their potency to corrupt our right, Christ-honoring understanding, faith, or worship. Just as we can use scripture wrong, we can carry incorrect belief, often without knowing. We will discuss a few heresies and how each of these have clung on through time and in which ways they may have latched onto our lives. What is “Revelation?” Very Simply, the term “revelation” means the revealing, uncovering, or disclosure of something. Theologians divide revelation into “General” and “Specific” Revelation What is the Bible? (From Bible Project) https://youtu.be/ak06MSETeo4 (https://youtu.be/ak06MSETeo4) Antidotes to Heresies of Biblical Interpretation Antidote for Montanism, if someone declares to have a “new,” revelation does it answer “yes” to any of the following: 1. Does the prophecy promote the prophet over Christ? 2. Is the message inconsistent with the writings of the Apostles? 3. Does it promote schism/separation over unity? 4. Does it require a sacrifice of your intellect to accept a new idea? 5. Does it exalt anything other than Jesus into the role of messiah/leader/savior? Antidote for Marcionism: Revere all scripture, Read AND study of ALL Scripture from start to end (not necessarily in one sitting or in order). Final Thoughts: Check your practices, check your heart, and trust the history and traditions of the church as it relates to having “right” faith. Be willing to think hard and long over your beliefs, and test everything in a community of Christ-centered, Bible honoring, Christians. Learn these heresies so you know what is right and wrong, to remove obstacles from your own faith, and pursue Christ faithfully without hurdles. ------------------------ Related Scripture Passages All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness… (2 Timothy 3:16 ESV) Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful. (Joshua 1:8 NIV) For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. And no creature is hidden from his sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must give account. (Hebrews 4:12-13 NIV)  But he answered, “It is written, Man shall

The second episode in a 4-part series “Holy Heresies: A Podcast About the Things We Believe Which We Shouldn't Believe.” We're Walking Through the Book “Counterfeit Christianity” by Roger Olson  https://www.amazon.com/Counterfeit-Christianity-Persistence-Errors-Church/dp/1426772297 (https://www.amazon.com/Counterfeit-Christianity-Persistence-Errors-Church/dp/1426772297) Weeks 1-4 Intro to the Series, and Gnosticism Trinity & Doctrine of the Trinity Montanism and Marcionism - What do we do with the Bible? Moralistic Therapeutic Deism – Reducing God Walk in obedience to all that the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live and prosper and prolong your days in the land that you will possess. (Deuteronomy 5:33)   “For it is known with complete certainty from the scriptures and is thus to be devoutly believed and the mind's eye can also achieve a faint but undoubted glimpse of the truth that the father is, and the son is, and the Holy Spirit is, and that the son is not the same as the father is, nor is the Holy Spirit the same as the Father or the Son. So human inadequacy searched for a word to express three what, and it said substances or persons. By these names it did not wish to give any idea of diversity, but it wished to avoid any idea of singleness; so that as well as understanding unity in God, whereby there is said to be one being, we might also understand trinity, whereby there are also said to be three substances or persons.” -  St. Augustine, “The Trinity”   ---------- Episode Summary/For Further Exploration Why Do This Study? “Heresy” within Christianity isn't limited to the pages and annuls of history. Rather, Heresies exist in various forms and haven't lost any of their potency to corrupt our right, Christ-honoring understanding, faith, or worship. Just as we can use scripture wrong, we can carry incorrect belief, often without knowing. We will discuss a few heresies and how each of these have clung on through time and in which ways they may have latched onto our lives.  ---------- Related Scripture Passages28 I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand. 29 My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all c; no one can snatch them out of my Father's hand. 30 I and the Father are one.”.  (John 10:28-30) 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. (John 1:1-5) 22 and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.” (Luke 3:22) 3 Exalted to the right hand of God, he has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear. (Acts 2:33) *If you have thoughts or questions, we'd love to talk with you! Email your questions to sam@fbchav.org or john@fbchsv.org*   ---------- More Resources & References for After You Listen “St Patrick's Bad Analogies [of the Trinity]” (4min) https://youtu.be/KQLfgaUoQCw (https://youtu.be/KQLfgaUoQCw) The Creed of Nicea (A.D. 325) We believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of all things, visible and invisible And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of God, begotten from the Father, only-begotten, that is, from the essence of the Father, God from God, light from light, true God from true God, begotten not made, of one essence with the Father, through Whom all things came into being, things in heaven and things on earth, Who because of us men and because of our salvation came down and became incarnate, becoming man, suffered and rose again on the third day,...

The first episode in a 4-part series on heresies which remain in our churches... and within ourselves. We're Walking Through the Book “Counterfeit Christianity” by Roger Olson  https://www.amazon.com/Counterfeit-Christianity-Persistence-Errors-Church/dp/1426772297 (https://www.amazon.com/Counterfeit-Christianity-Persistence-Errors-Church/dp/1426772297) Weeks 1-4 Intro to the Series, and Gnosticism Trinity & Doctrine of the Trinity Montanism and Marcionism - What do we do with the Bible? Moralistic Theraputic Deism – Reducing God Walk in obedience to all that the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live and prosper and prolong your days in the land that you will possess. (Deuteronomy 5:33)   The perfect person does not only try to avoid evil. Nor does he do good for fear of punishment, still less in order to qualify for the hope of a promised reward. The perfect person does good through love. His actions are not motivated by desire for personal benefit, so he does not have personal advantage as his aim. But as soon as he has realized the beauty of doing good, he does it with all his energies and in all that he does. He is not interested in fame, or a good reputation, or a human or divine reward. The rule of life for a perfect person is to be in the image and likeness of God. —St. Clement of Alexandria   ---------- Episode Summary/For Further Exploration Why Do This Study? “Heresy” within Christianity isn't limited to the pages and annuls of history. Rather, Heresies exist in various forms and haven't lost any of their potency to corrupt our right, Christ-honoring understanding, faith, or worship. Just as we can use scripture wrong, we can carry incorrect belief, often without knowing. We will discuss a few heresies and how each of these have clung on through time and in which ways they may have latched onto our lives.  How do we avoid the heresy of Gnosticism? Much like SOC, don't read scripture in a vacuum Consult the Authority of Scripture Consult theologians/talk to your Pastor Be willing to Examine Yourself for any beliefs or practices which fall outside orthodox Christian belief and practice.  ---------- Related Scripture Passages Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.  (1 Chronicles 16:34) Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth; for the first heaven and the first earth passed away, and there is no longer any sea. And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, made ready as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne, saying, “Behold, the tabernacle of God is among men, and He will dwell among them, and they shall be His people, and God Himself will be among them, and He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will no longer be any death; there will no longer be any mourning, or crying, or pain; the first things have passed away.” And He who sits on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” And He *said, “Write, for these words are faithful and true.” Then He said to me, “It is done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give to the one who thirsts from the spring of the water of life without cost. He who overcomes will inherit these things, and I will be his God and he will be My son. But for the cowardly and unbelieving and abominable and murderers and immoral persons and sorcerers and idolaters and all liars, their part will be in the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:1-8) *If you have thoughts or questions, we'd love to talk with you! Email your questions to sam@fbchav.org or john@fbchsv.org* ----------  More Resources & References for After You Listen “TOM WRIGHT ON GNOSTICISM” (9min) https://youtu.be/wOzQnDRIp7s (https://youtu.be/wOzQnDRIp7s) Check out All our Other...

Who is Jesus?  What does it mean that he is the redeemer?  Lord?  Son of God?  Eternal?  How is Jesus the answer to the sin problem?  Does Jesus still matter today? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Brett, Jim, and Allen discuss question 21 of John Wesley's Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism: Who is the redeemer of God's elect (mankind).  They discuss the divinity of Jesus, his humanity, and why it is important that he was more than a great teacher and moral figure from the past.  The guys will also talk about some different heresies, church councils, and what the early church really thought of him. Along the way, Jim will make a wager, Allen will dream of shamrocks, and Brett will be craving a bowl of Lucky Charms by the end of the episode. Listen and Subscribe to Podechesis on: Apple (Leave a 5-Star Review!!!), Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, Google, YouTube, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, Listen Notes, and Deezer. A New Podcast Offering The Podechesis Podcast has started a daily (M-F) devotional podcast based on the Psalms called The Daily Psalms Podcast. Check it out by clicking this link or find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Questions? Send us an email or leave a voicemail. questions@podechesis.com Voicemail: (404) 635-6679‬ Important Links For This Episode Scripture Proofs: 1 Timothy 2:5-6; John 1:14; Galatians 4:4; Romans 9:5; Luke 1:35; Colossians 2:9; Hebrews 7:24-25 Wesley's Revision of the Shorter Catechism (From Seedbed.com): https://store.seedbed.com/collections/the-john-wesley-collection/products/wesleys-revision-of-the-shorter-catechism Wesley One Volume Bible Commentary Absolute Basics of the Christian Faith by Phil Tallon Catechetical Discourses by Gregory of Nyssa For a great entry level look at some of the heresies and church councils we mentioned in this episode see Turning Points by Mark Noll and The Story of Christian Theology by Roger Olson.  

  There has been some controversy stirring around the practices of a few highly influential churches in contemporary worship. What are the issues? Are there truly some biblical conflicts with them? And if so, should other churches continue to utilize their music in corporate worship services?   So what are the issues with these churches and how much should we be concerned?   What unites Christians? What are the essentials?   Randy Recommends a Book: The Mosaic of Christian Belief by Roger Olson for information on the differences between Christian groups on secondary matters and schools of thought under the umbrella of orthodox, historic, Christianity.    The historic creed that has been historically fundamental, irreducible, and uniting for Christians: The Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty; Maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord;  who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary;  suffered under Pontius Pilate,  was crucified, dead and buried; the third day he rose from the dead;  he ascended into heaven;  and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty;  from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.    I believe in the Holy Spirit;  the holy catholic (universal) Church;  the communion of saints;  the forgiveness of sins;  the resurrection of the body;  and the life everlasting. Amen.   Submit Q&A Questions and episode suggestions here.    Watch the podcast video here!    

  Dr. Roger Olson Bio: Roger Olson, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist at St. Luke’s Center for Neurobehavioral Medicine in Boise, Idaho.  He received his doctorate in clinical psychology from George Fox University and completed his internship at the University of Utah Neuropsychiatric Institute.  He has been in practice for 20 years and enjoys helping children and families thrive from a strength-based perspective. In his spare time, he loves spending time in the outdoors (running, fishing, golfing, etc.). An author who inspires him is Viktor Frankl.  In his book “Man’s Search for Meaning.” He says, “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” He teaches us that we have response-ability, the ability to choose our response rather than just react and take on a helpless stance.  He gives us a great example of resilience in the face of adversity. In this episode we talk about: How Roger got started in his work Details about the Strong Minds program that he put together Special success stories from his work with parents and families Book Recommendations: Biglan, A., Flay, B., Embry, D., & Sandler, I. (2012).  The critical role of nurturing environments for promoting human well-being.  American Psychologist, 67(4), 257-271.  Gottman, J. (1998). Raising an emotionally intelligent child. New York, NY: Simon and Schuster. Hughes, D., & Baylin, J. (2012). Brain-based parenting: The neuroscience of caregiving for healthy attachment. New York, NY: Norton. Kabat-Zinn, J. & Kabat-Zinn, M. (1997). Everyday blessings: The inner work of mindful parenting. New York, NY: Hachette Books. Niemiec, R. (2014). Mindfulness and Character Strengths. Boston, MA: Hogrefe Publishing.   Seaward. B. (2007). Stand like mountain, flow like water: Reflections on stress and human spirituality. Dearfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc. Shaddix, C. & Duncan, L. (2016). Mindful parenting begins at the beginning. In  I. Ivtzan & T. Lomas (Eds.), Mindfulness in positive psychology: The science of meditation and wellbeing. New York, NY: Routledge.  Siegel, D., & Hartzell, M. (2003). Parenting from the inside out: How a deeper self- understanding can help you raise children who thrive. New York, NY: Tarcher/Penguin. Suskind, D., (2015). Thirty million words: Building a child’s brain. New York, NY: Dutton.   Websites https://developingchild.harvard.edu/ https://www.viacharacter.org/ https://www.stlukesonline.org/communities-and-locations/facilities/clinics/st-lukes-childrens-center-for-neurobehavioral-medicine

Dr. G.E. Moller was the longest serving principal at Omaha's Central High School., serving in that post for 27 years from 1968-1995. Roger Olson, who graduated from Central during Moller's tenure, saluted his former principal this morning and explained why he is so highly respected.

In today's interview, clinical psychologist Dr. Roger Olson talks about three different characters that each of us can develop that will help strengthen minds and build connection and resilience. Each character represents a set of skills that children can learn from their parents. The Captain refers to executive functioning skill. In other words, one's "capacity to meet challenges and accomplish goals." The Lookout refers to mindfulness, awareness and perspective taking. The Storyteller is all about making sense of our life story, reframing obstacles as opportunities and shaping our inner dialogue to be language that has the potential to serve our highest self. All of this, of course, begins with parental modeling of these character traits and skills. 

In this episode of the Code Phoenix podcast we enter view Roger Olson. Roger was one of the paramedics who responded to the Aurora Theater shooting the night of July 20th 2012. Listen in as this former Medic retails his experience and some lessons to learn in the aftermath.

WOWT's Rusty Lord and I take a look at what last night's storms did throughout the area, then KFAB's resident horse-racing expert Roger Olson places a bet on whether the Derby officials will withdraw the DQ.

Dr. Leighton Flowers, Director of Evangelism and Apologetics for Texas Baptists, interview Dr. Roger Olson, Professor of Theology; Holder of the Foy Valentine Professor of Christian Theology and Ethics at Truett Seminary, about his book "Against Calvinism." They also discuss a few of their nuanced differences regarding the doctrine of Prevenient Grace within Arminianism and Traditional Southern Baptists (Provisionists). To learn more about Dr. Olson: https://www.baylor.edu/truett/index.php?id=927923 To read Dr. David Allen's article referenced in this program: https://soteriology101.com/2018/10/08/dr-david-l-allen-what-semipelagianism-really-is/ To read Dr. Flowers article critiquing Dr. Olson's view of Prevenient Grace: https://soteriology101.com/2018/12/12/prevenient-grace-an-arminian-error/ To SUPPORT this broadcast please click here: https://soteriology101.com/support/ To ORDER Dr. Flowers Curriculum “Tiptoeing Through Tulip” please click here: https://soteriology101.com/shop/ To listen to the audio only be sure to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play or one of the other podcast players found here: https://soteriology101.com/home/ For more about Traditionalism (or Provisionism) please visit www.soteriology101.com Dr. Flowers’ book, “The Potter’s Promise” can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Potters-Promise-Biblical-Traditional-Soteriology/dp/0692561846/ref=nodl_ To engage with other believers cordially join our Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/1806702782965265/?ref=group_header&view=group For updates and news follow us at: www.facebook/Soteriology101 Or @soteriology101 on Twitter Please SHARE on Facebook and Twitter and help spread the word! To become a Patreon supporter or make a one time donation: https://soteriology101.com/support/

Idaho Matters looks at an innovative program that takes a new, holistic approach to pregnancy, birthing and neo-natal care with Dr. Roger Olson, Holly Lammer and Kristi Rhodes of St. Luke's.

It's National Root Beer Float Day!What's the #1 most searched term on Bible Gateway? The Enabling of Cardinal McCarrick and What the Church Can Do About It? Nursing home residents went missing at a Heavy Metal Festival! Parenting teenagers ... GUEST Duffy Robbins ... author and Professor of Christian Ministries from Grove City College. Carrie Underwood criticized by fans for saying she might have lost the window for having a big family. Who Is God? J&K interview Dr Roger Olson, Foy Valentine Professor of Christian Theology & Ethics at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary (Waco, TX). The Duquesne Incline, it’s history and importance to the city of Pittsburgh. Live in studio with John & Kathy is the Marketer for the Duquesne Incline, Tom Reinheimer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's National Root Beer Float Day!What's the #1 most searched term on Bible Gateway? The Enabling of Cardinal McCarrick and What the Church Can Do About It? Nursing home residents went missing at a Heavy Metal Festival! Parenting teenagers ... GUEST Duffy Robbins ... author and Professor of Christian Ministries from Grove City College. Carrie Underwood criticized by fans for saying she might have lost the window for having a big family. Who Is God? J&K interview Dr Roger Olson, Foy Valentine Professor of Christian Theology & Ethics at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary (Waco, TX). The Duquesne Incline, it’s history and importance to the city of Pittsburgh. Live in studio with John & Kathy is the Marketer for the Duquesne Incline, Tom Reinheimer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg talks about his relationship with Roger Olson and why he and Roger referred to themselves as 'The Odd Couple.' Send Questions To: Dan: @thatdankentTwitter: @reKnewOrg Facebook: ReKnew Email: askgregboyd@gmail.com Links: Greg's book:"Crucifixion of the Warrior God" Website: ReKnew.org  

Since my voice is shot today, I asked Jim Rose, Roger Olson, Gary Sadlemyer, and Lucy Chapman to take shifts and keep watch over me today. So, topics ranged from North Korea to Daylight Savings to Porn Stars to International Women's Day.

In our 22nd audio adventure with John, Jonny, and Jonathan, there is some discussion on deep voices… and not-so-deep voices.  And SPEAKING of deep voices, Jonathan interviews Chris Hall.  Dr. Hall currently serves as president of Renovaré (an amazing organization that you need to learn more about ASAP).  Before becoming President of Renovaré, Chris was Director of Academic Spiritual Formation and Distinguished Professor of Theology at Eastern University. He is the author of a number of books, including The Mystery of God (with Steven D. Boyer; Baker Academic), Reading Scripture with the Church Fathers, Learning Theology with the Church Fathers, Worshiping with the Church Fathers (InterVarsity Press), and The Trinity (with Roger Olson; Eerdmans).  After the interview, the three Js basically have to take a second because their brains are full… but they get rolling and share some thoughts about what it means to take some of the ideas presented by Dr. Hall and apply them to youth ministry settings.  They discuss things like silent retreats, experiential prayer, and how someone could regularly attend church for 12 years and still be the same person.  It’s good study - enjoy!

Shane Blackshear continues our Catechesis discussion on what is the Bible with thoughts and extras that didn’t make it into the sermon. Quotes and Resources Mentioned: The Trinity (Guides to Theology), by Roger Olson and Christopher Hall Scot McKnight blog posts on the Trinity controversy St Patrick’s Bad Analogies (YouTube) The post What does it mean that God is a trinity? (Catechesis Bonus Podcast Week 3) appeared first on Austin Mustard Seed.

Dan Dawson interviews Roger Olson about his recent book "The Essentials of Christian Thought."

Dan Dawson interviews Roger Olson about his recent book "The Essentials of Christian Thought."

Dan Dawson interviews Roger Olson about his recent book "The Essentials of Christian Thought."

In this episode we will be revisiting the topic of Open Theism and specifically focus on how Open Theism differs from Wesleyan-Arminian Theology in regards to Meticulous Providence. We will first illustrate the beliefs of Open Theists by quoting Open Theists. We will then introduce the Wesleyan-Arminian perspective based on a combination of secondary sources and primary sources. Along the way we look into a very interesting exchange that took place between Roger Olson and Thomas Oden over Open Theism. This conversation will continue in our next episode so stay tuned.  Links: http://www.patheos.com/blogs/rogereolson/2017/06/memories-thoughts-thomas-oden/ http://dsntl8idqsx2o.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2013/03/classical-arminianism-and-open-theism.pdf  

This is our third full episode of Remonstrance Podcast. In this episode we will discuss the Wesleyan-Arminian Doctrine of the Atonement. First, we will explain the various major views on the Atonement. They are the Governmental, the Satisfaction, and the Penal-Substitution views. After that we will look at Hugo Grotius and the history of the Governmental View of the Atonement. Then we will look at what Arminius and Wesley taught in regards to the Atonement (spoiler alert: they did not hold to the Governmental Theory). Then we will focus on the views of the Atonement held by the major early Methodist Theologians: Watson, Pope, and Summers. Then we will discuss John Miley and how the Governmental Theory of the Atonement was introduced to Methodism. We will finish with some clarification from Thomas Oden. In this episode we reference works by Roger Olson, Kenneth J. Collins, and Thomas Oden. We highly recommend the works of all three of these theologians.  Here is the link to the J. Matthew Pinson Article on the Atonement: http://www.etsjets.org/files/JETS-PDFs/53/53-4/JETS_53-4_773-785_Pinson.pdf It is titled, "The Nature of Atonement in the Theology of Jacob Arminius." If you want to learn what Arminius taught on the Atonement then READ THIS ARTICLE! Also download Remonstrance Podcast Minisode 7.     

In this minisode we will begin exploring what Arminius taught on the Doctrine of the Atonement. It is clear that Arminius did not hold to the Governmental Theory of the Atonement but to (at least) the Satisfaction Theory instead. This episode will show this from the works of Jacob Arminius "Oration IV." We will also receive theological guidance from Dr. Roger Olson and his excellent book, "Arminian Theology Myths and Realities." Be on the look out for our next full episode that will be entirely devoted to the Wesleyan-Arminian view of the Atonement. Please subscribe! Here is a link to "Arminian Theology Myths and Realities" by Roger E. Olson. You should buy it! http://www.amazon.com/Arminian-Theology-Realities-Roger-Olson/dp/0830828419    

In this minisode we will start looking at the views of Jacob Arminius on the Doctrine of Divine Providence. To help begin this investigation we read "Disputation 28: On the Providence of God" from the complete works of Jacob Arminius. After reading through the disputation there is a brief analysis of the disputation with help from Roger Olson, Keith Stanglin, and Thomas McCall. This minisode will be followed up by our next full episode that will be all about the doctrine of Divine Providence that will be released in early May. Please subscribe! Also check out the "Theologians" page on our website to find links where you could find the books referenced in this minisode by following this link:  https://remonstrancepodcast.com/theologians/    

Theology needs the Church and the Church needs good theology. This episode dives into the reason of why the Church and Theology cannot be mutually exclusive. If the Church is to do good theology, Church leaders need to understand it is a life long commitment of study that centers on allowing oneself to be soaked in how Scripture itself does theology. Scot mentions three books to get started on the journey of doing good theology: 1) The Great Theologians: A Brief Guide by Gerald McDermott ( http://goo.gl/KWLrwi) 2) The Story of Christian Theology by Roger Olson (http://goo.gl/YpQ2po) 3) Reading Backwards by Richard Hays (http://goo.gl/LjanXr) Be sure not to miss an episode of Kingdom Roots with Scot McKnight by subscribing to the podcast on iTunes or Sticher. Learn more about Northern Seminary’s Master of Arts in New Testament at www.seminary.edu/MANT.

If I had a dollar for every time I was accused of being a “Pelagian” or “Semi-Pelagian,” I’d have at least enough money to put my eldest through college. Typically, the accusation comes from those who are less informed about the historical use of these labels and there actual meanings as it relates to our current soteriological disagreements.[1] So, let’s get educated. Pelagius was a 5th century British monk who was accused of teaching that people had the natural ability to fulfill the commands of God by an exercise of the human will apart from divine assistance (grace). Pelagianism came to be known as the belief that mankind is born basically good, without a sinful nature, and is thus capable of doing good without God’s help. [2] Because Pelagius was deemed a heretic, little of his work survived to the present day except in the quotes of his opponents (not the most reliable of sources). Many modern scholars suspect that Pelagius’ actual teachings were greatly misrepresented so as to demonize and marginalize him (this is not difficult to imagine). Despite what is commonly known of Pelagius, evidence indicates that he and his followers taught that all good works come only by divine aid (grace), which was seen as “enabling,” not “effectual/irresistible” in nature. For instance, in a letter to the Pope defending himself, Pelagius is reported to have written: “This grace we for our part do not, as you suppose, allow to consist merely in the law, but also in the help of God. God helps us by His teaching and revelation, whilst He opens the eyes of our heart; whilst He points out to us the future, that we may not be absorbed in the present; whilst He discovers to us the snares of the devil; whilst He enlightens us with the manifold and ineffable gift of heavenly grace… This free will is in all good works always assisted by divine help.” [3] And in an accompanying confession of faith, he states, “Free-will we do so own, as to say that we always stand in need of God’s help,” And he affirmed, “We do also abhor the blasphemy of those who say that any impossible thing is commanded to man by God; or that the commandments of God cannot be performed by any one man.” So, while Pelagius maintained human responsibility to keep the commands of God he still seemed to maintain the need of divine aid in doing so.[4] Augustine, a contemporary of Pelagius, was the first on record to teach the concept of individual effectual election to salvation. Even Calvinistic historian Loraine Boettner concedes that this “was first clearly seen by Augustine” in the fifth century. In fact, Boettner notes, not only did the earliest Church Fathers not interpret the doctrine of election “Calvinistically,” but much of their teaching stands in strong opposition to such conclusions. A great emphasis on the absolute freedom of the human will and repudiations of individual predestination to salvation is found clearly throughout the earliest writings of the church. [5] John Calvin himself acknowledged this fact when he stated: “Further, even though the Greeks [Early Church Fathers] above the rest—and Chrysostom especially among them—extol the ability of the human will, yet all the ancients, save Augustine, so differ, waver, or speak confusedly on this subject, that almost nothing certain can be derived from their writings.”[6] So, by Calvinists own admission, Augustine introduced much of these unique (and often controversial) doctrinal beliefs in the 5th century.[7] Pelagius stood up against Augustine’s new doctrinal positions and even went so far as to accuse him of being under the influence of his former Manichean (Gnostic) roots, which was known to teach pagan fatalism as if it were a Christian doctrine.[8] Augustine, in turn, accused Pelagius of denying any need for divine aid in the conversion process. It is likely that both of them went too far in their accusations, but history reveals that it was Augustine’s smears of Pelagius that won over in the court of public opinion.[9] Pelagianism, therefore, has become known historically as “the teaching that man has the capacity to seek God in and of himself apart from any movement of God or the Holy Spirit, and therefore that salvation is effected by man’s efforts.”[10] Traditionalists, like myself, wholeheartedly deny this belief and consider the label offensive and completely misrepresentative of our actual teachings (and I’m under the impression Pelagius himself would express similar sentiments if given a fair hearing today). Here are a few reasons why this label would not rightly represent our views: We believe man has the capacity to respond willingly to God’s means of seeking to save the lost, NOT that man would seek God if left alone. We believe God is graciously actively working in and through creation, conscience, His bride, His Holy Spirit filled followers, and his Word to aid humanity in their conversion. We believe salvation is wholly of God in that He owes no man forgiveness or eternal life, even if they freely repent and humbly submit to Him as Lord and Savior. Asking for forgiveness no more merits that forgiveness than the prodigal son’s return home merited the reception he received from his father. That was the choice of a gracious father alone. WHAT ABOUT SEMI-PELAGIANISM? First, it should be noted that the term “Semi-Pelagian” was first introduced in the late 16th century by Calvinistic theologians attempting to combat the rising popularity of Molinism, an alternative method of reconciling the problem of divine omniscience and human freedom.[11] Calvinistic Apologist, Matt Slick, describes Semi-Pelagianism in this way: “Semi-Pelagianism is a weaker form of Pelagianism (a heresy derived from Pelagius who lived in the 5th century A.D. and was a teacher in Rome). Semi-Pelagianism (advocated by Cassian at Marseilles, 5th Century) did not deny original sin and its effects upon the human soul and will, but it taught that God and man cooperate to achieve man’s salvation. This cooperation is not by human effort as in keeping the law but rather in the ability of a person to make a free will choice. The semi-Pelagian teaches that man can make the first move toward God by seeking God out of his own free will and that man can cooperate with God’s grace even to the keeping of his faith through human effort. This would mean that God responds to the initial effort of a person and that God’s grace is not absolutely necessary to maintain faith.”[12] In my lengthy discussion with Matt Slick over our soteriological differences, he more than once accused me of “Semi-Pelagianism.” Do Traditionalists, like myself, believe that “God and man cooperate to achieve man’s salvation?” Let me respond to that by asking this question: “Did the prodigal son and his father cooperate to achieve the son’s restoration, or was that a gracious choice of the father alone upon his son’s return?”  The false belief that forgiveness is somehow owed to those who freely humble themselves and ask for it leads to erroneous conclusions such as this. Do Traditionalists teach that “man can make the first move toward God by seeking God out of his own free will?” I challenge anyone to find just one Traditional Southern Baptist scholar who has even come close to making this kind of claim. I’m tempted to offer an award…(maybe a year supply of play-doh or something?) Do Traditionalists teach that “God responds to the initial effort of a person?”  Of course not! Belief that mankind is able to willingly respond to the gracious means of God to seek and save the lost IS NOT equal to mankind making “the first move toward God.” If it was proven that I could not call the President of the United States on the phone, would you also conclude, based on that information, that it would be impossible for me to answer the phone if the President tried to call me? Of course not, but that is exactly what those who accuse us of Semi-Pelagianism are doing. In their shortsighted and ill-informed effort to discredit our perspective, they have resorted to what is known as a “boogie-man fallacy.” This is a certain type of argument, which, in fact, is not an argument, but a means of forestalling discussion and erroneously labelling an opponent’s position with that of a known heresy so as to demonize and discredit it. For example, someone in a debate might say, “See, his view sounds like something Hilter said once, so you shouldn’t listen to him any more.” Hitler is a known “boogie man” or “bad character,” so if I can associate my opponent’s views with Hilter, then I’ll discredit him all together.  Likewise, Pelagius has become the Calvinist’s go to “boogie man,” and many of them will stop at nothing to slap that label on us so as to marginalize and discredit anything we say. This method bears a certain resemblance to the ad hominem fallacy, and comes from the same root motivation: Discredit and marginalize the person and their views rather than objectively evaluating and offering a sound, non-fallous rebuttal. The ad hominem fallacy consists of attempting to refute an argument by impeaching the character of its proponent, where as the boogie man fallacy seeks to associate an argument with that of someone whose character (or belief) has already been impeached (like poor ol’ Pelagius).  This would be like an Arminian calling Dr. John Piper a “Hyper-Calvinist” (those who denounce the need of evangelism) on the basis that he teaches some similar views to that of known hyper-Calvinists. This is pure “guilt by association” and it is the lazy man’s approach to avoid an otherwise rational and informed discussion of the issues. Those who resort to such tactics either do not know any better or they are nefariously attempting to marginalize and demonize the views of those who disagree with them. Readers of this article can no longer appeal to the former as an excuse. Added Note: Some Arminians have mistakenly joined in this accusation against Southern Baptist Traditionalists. To read my response to Roger Olson’s critique of the Traditional Statement: CLICK HERE. And to read a more thorough historical and biblical rebuttal of those who disagree on this issue:CLICK HERE. To listen to my discussion with an Arminian over this subject: CLICK HERE [1] http://baptistcenter.net/journals/JBTM_10-1_Spring_2013.pdf [Note: I highly recommend reading this journal article by Dr. Adam Harwood explaining in great detail why Traditionalists are not Semi-Pelagian.] [2] Matt Slick, CARM Ministries: https://carm.org/pelagianism [3] Bonner, Gerald (2004). “Pelagius (fl. c.390–418), theologian”. Oxford Dictionary of National Biography. Oxford University Press. doi:10.1093/ref:odnb/21784. Retrieved 28 October 2012. [4] Pohle, Joseph. “Pelagius and Pelagianism.” The Catholic Encyclopedia. Vol. 11. New York: Robert Appleton Company, 1911. 18 Jan. 2014 [5] Loraine Boettner, Calvinism in History: Before the Reformation, web site, available fromhttp://www.seeking4truth.com/before_reformation.htm; Internet; accessed 17 April 2015. [6] John Calvin, Institutes of the Christian Religion: web page: https://books.google.com/books?id=0aB1BwAAQBAJ&pg=PA259&lpg=PA259&dq=or+speak+confusedly+on+this+subject,+that+almost+nothing+certain+can+be+derived+from+their+writings&source=bl&ots=qBEMo_kr1v&sig=FjMfiVDcr7iliN31rPJ5pVSraI4&hl=en&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiy5YqU3P_KAhVGmIMKHZGXBgYQ6AEIHzAB#v=onepage&q=or%20speak%20confusedly%20on%20this%20subject%2C%20that%20almost%20nothing%20certain%20can%20be%20derived%20from%20their%20writings&f=false [7]  Robert Arakaki, Calvin Dissing the Early Church Fathers: https://blogs.ancientfaith.com/orthodoxbridge/calvin-dissing-the-fathers/ [8] Augustine is known for his nine-year fascination with Manichaeism: http://blogs.record-eagle.com/?p=4705 [9] The determination of the Council of Orange (529) could be considered “semi-Augustinian.” It defined that faith, though a free act, resulted even in its beginnings from the grace of God, enlightening the human mind and enabling belief. However, it also explicitly denied double predestination (of the equal-ultimacy variety), stating, “We not only do not believe that any are foreordained to evil by the power of God, but even state with utter abhorrence that if there are those who want to believe so evil a thing, they are anathema.” The document links grace with baptism, which was not a controversial subject at the time. It received papal sanction.[Oakley, Francis (Jan 1, 1988), The Medieval Experience: Foundations of Western Cultural Singularity, University of Toronto Press, p. 64.; Thorsen, Don (2007), An Exploration of Christian Theology, Baker Books, 20.3.4. Cf. Second Council of Orange ch.5-7; H.J. Denzinger Enchiridion Symbolorum et Definitionum, 375-377; C. H. (1981) [1967]. “Faith”. The New Catholic Encyclopedia 5. Washington D.C. p. 797; Cross, F. L., ed. The Oxford dictionary of the Christian church. New York: Oxford University Press. 2005] [10] Adams, Nicholas (2007). “Pelagianism: Can people be saved by their own efforts?”. In Quash, Ben; Ward, Michael. Heresies and How to Avoid Them. London: SPCK Publishing. p. 91. [11] Named after 16th Century Jesuit theologian Luis de Molina, is a religious doctrine which attempts to reconcile the providence of God with human free will: Joseph Pohle, “Semipelagianism” in Catholic Encyclopedia 1912. [12] https://carm.org/semi-pelagianism [Note: Ironically there is also much dispute as to whether Cassian actually taught what he was accused of teaching as well: The view that Cassian propounded Semipelagianism has been disputed. Lauren Pristas, writes: “For Cassian, salvation is, from beginning to end, the effect of God’s grace. It is fully divine. Salvation, however, is salvation of a rational creature who has sinned through free choice. Therefore, salvation necessarily includes both free human consent in grace and the gradual rehabilitation in grace of the faculty of free choice. Thus Cassian insists salvation is also fully human. His thought, however, is not Semi-Pelagian, nor do readers who submit to the whole corpus emerge Semi-Pelagians.” [see Lauren Pristas (1993), The Theological Anthropology of John Cassian, PhD dissertation, Boston College,OCLC 39451854]

Roger Olson is professor of theology at George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University in Waco, Texas. He is also one of the most prolific patheos bloggers and has probably written at least two blog posts on whatever theological topic you can come up with. Check it out. In our conversation Olson describes his understanding of divine providence and the need for Christians to seriously wrestle with it. He engages and critiques classical theology, process, open theism, panentheism, calvinism, scripture, science, tradition, and more. Luckily you can listen and also check out the text of the talk itself here. After you hear this and decide to get yourself a book of Olson's check out The Mosaic of Christian Belief, The Journey of Modern Theology: From Reconstruction to Deconstruction, and Questions to All Your Answers. If you are wise you will check out the book both Roger and I love - A Scandalous Providence by E. Frank Tupper. It changed my life. Follow the podcast, drop a review, send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week for our Community Gathering for Worship, we welcomed Dr. Roger Olson to the pulpit. Dr. Olson currently serves as the Foy Valentine Professor of Christian Theology and Ethics at George W. Truett Theological Seminary. We were also pleased to welcome Christian musician and composer Bill Gaither. The title for Dr. Olson's sermon is: "Certainty Not," and it is drawn from Proverbs 3:5-6

This week for our Community Gathering for Worship, we welcomed Dr. Roger Olson to the pulpit. Dr. Olson currently serves as the Foy Valentine Professor of Christian Theology and Ethics at George W. Truett Theological Seminary. We were also pleased to welcome Christian musician and composer Bill Gaither. The title for Dr. Olson's sermon is: "Certainty Not," and it is drawn from Proverbs 3:5-6

Chapter 13 – Athanasius, Ambrose and Arianism The variety of issues discussed in the Council of Nicaea (325 AD) ranged from how to date Easter to whether to ordain eunuchs as priests, but everything was secondary to settling the Arian controversy. Arius taught that Jesus was made by God and was not divine on the same level as God. Athanasius played a key role in opposing Arianism, condemning it as heresy and emerged as the key figure in the triumph of orthodox theology. Ambrose also continued to oppose heresies in the church. He sold off his family holdings and gave the proceeds to those in need. He opposed the Empress Justina who was a strong supporter of Arianism. Key Words Eusebius of Nicomedia, The Bishop of Nicaea, Theognis, Hosius, homoousios, “one substance”, “consubstantial”, “begotten not made”, homoiousios, “of a similar substance”, “semi-Arians”, Roger Olson, Constantine, Constantius, radical subordinationism, Julian, Jovian, Valens, hypostases, Tertullian, “Trinitarian formula, una substantia, tres personae”, Justo Gonzalez, Frances Young, St. Ambrose, the Bishop of Milan, Auxentius, Valentinian, Empress Justina, Theodosius

Chris Gehrz interviews Roger Olson on the contributions that Pietists have made to the philosophy of education.

Santa & Jesus aren't white, Christmas isn't about Capitalism, the Pope isn't a Marxist leftist, the Christian Calendar is a hardcore form of resistance, and you find out that Roger Olson's own student turned Tripp into a Process theologian. That is just a bit of what is in store for you in this special Christmas episode! Tripp planned on just getting a TNT segment out of his chat with Adam... then they just kept talking... and it turned in to a Christmas present for all the Deacons. Dr. Adam English, author of The Saint Who Would be Clause and Remixing Theology, is professor of Religion and Philosophy at Campbell University.  He has been on the podcast before discussing St. Nick & giving us a little taste of Post-LiberalConservative theology. Follow the podcast, drop a review, send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Santa & Jesus aren’t white, Christmas isn’t about Capitalism, the Pope isn’t a Marxist leftist, the Christian Calendar is a hardcore form of resistance, and you find out that Roger Olson’s own student turned Tripp into a Process theologian.  That is just a bit of what is in store for you in this special Christmas… Read more about The Historical St. Nick, the White Santa, Marxist Pope, & More: Christmas Special w/ Adam English

Tripp and Bo tackle everything from the problem of evil (theodicy) to eschatology, kenosis to creation ex nihilo - all from a Process perspective in this mega-cast. We enjoy call from Evelyn, Nathan, Bill and Tony. Roger Olson set off a fantastic conversation with blog post last week. We have been gearing up for this episode by responding to Roger Olson, engaging Tony Jones' post, and fleshing out some pastoral implications of the Process persuasion. Be sure to check our Deacon Gilmour's Christian Humanist Podcast & the awesome Star Wars episodes!  Also get yourself subscribe to the new Christian Feminist Podcast. Books Mentioned in the Podcast God and the World & Christ in a Pluralistic Age by John Cobb Process and Reality by Alfred North Whitehead Against Calvinism by Roger Olson The Reality of God and Other Essays by Schubert M. Ogden A Scandalous Providence: The Jesus Story of the Compassion of God by E. Frank Tupper The Trinity & the Kingdom by Jurgen Moltmann Follow the podcast, drop a review, send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tripp and Bo tackle everything from the problem of evil (theodicy) to eschatology, kenosis to creation ex nihilo – all from a Process perspective in this mega-cast. We enjoy call from Evelyn, Nathan, Bill and Tony. Roger Olson set off a fantastic conversation with blog post last week. We have been gearing up for this… Read more about Talking #ProcessTheology, Roger Olson & Your Calls #NerdOut #GeekOut

This week at our Community Gathering for Worship we celebrated our Spring Convocation service. Truett Seminary Professor of Theology, Roger Olson, delivered the convocation address, which is titled: "Confessions of an Eclectic, Ecumenical Baptist".

This week at our Community Gathering for Worship we celebrated our Spring Convocation service. Truett Seminary Professor of Theology, Roger Olson, delivered the convocation address, which is titled: "Confessions of an Eclectic, Ecumenical Baptist".

This week at our Community Gathering for Worship we continued our semester long sermon series entitled: "Worship and the People of God", featuring sermons delivered by Truett Seminary faculty. This week's sermon was given by Dr. Roger Olson, Professor of Theology here at Truett. The title of Dr. Olson's sermon is: "The Impossible Possibility of Community", drawn from Philippians 2:1-4.

This week at our Community Gathering for Worship we continued our semester long sermon series entitled: "Worship and the People of God", featuring sermons delivered by Truett Seminary faculty. This week's sermon was given by Dr. Roger Olson, Professor of Theology here at Truett. The title of Dr. Olson's sermon is: "The Impossible Possibility of Community", drawn from Philippians 2:1-4.