Theocast - Reformed Theology

Exhausted? Beat up? Suffering? Where are you, God? Why is this happening? Why can’t I hear you? Why can’t I feel your presence? For those who have these feelings and are exhausted, just needing a glimmer of hope, Justin and Jon have something for you today. We want to point you to Christ and His gospel. Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

Are there other gods? Are the other gods seen in the Bible just idols or are they real entities? We know the one, true God holds sovereignty over all, so how do these other gods operate in the spiritual realm and our reality? Jon and Doug delve into these questions and more. Doug’s Christ in All Scripture series, (ft. John Owen, Peter Allix, and Gerard De Gols) Doug’s Website Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

What is antinomianism? Are Jon and Justin, here at Theocast, antinomian? What about the law and the Christian life? Does the law have a place in the life of the believer? What about the difference between lordship salvation and antinomianism? Is it one or the other? Recently, Jon and Justin had an opportunity to discuss these topics—the uses of the law, union with Christ, and many other good subjects—with our friends over at The Pactum, Pat Abendroth and Mike Grimes. We hope this episode clarifies these issues for you and encourages you in your Christian life. Pat’s new book! The Active Obedience of Christ The Pactum Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

Does the Bible give us insight into how the spiritual realms operate? In the second of two episodes on Daniel 10, Jon is joined by Doug Van Dorn to discuss the spiritual realities of “the watchers” and the celestial courtroom in the scriptures. Doug’s Website Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

For those of us who are feeling anxious, depressed, dark, and discouraged, this is a conversation for you. How do we take what we feel and put it in the light of the gospel and the objective reality outside of ourselves? How do our feelings tend to adjust and change towards the truth of the gospel? We pray you find this conversation encouraging! Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

The Bible talks about a lot of supernatural things that most of modern Christianity seems to ignore. These are important parts of our Bibles that need to be understood! In today’s episode of Kingdoms Unveiled, Jon is joined by acclaimed pastor and author, Doug Van Dorn, well known for his studies and discussions on the more metaphysical parts of the Bible. Join Jon and Doug as they discuss how doctrinally confessional believers can better understand the history and role of demons, giants, and other spiritual forces in our reality. Doug’s Website Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER)

It has been said that Jesus is the greatest teacher of the law. Many would come to him and say, ‘How can we enter into your kingdom?’ We assume Jesus would give them the gospel. But if you read these passages, it sounds like law because he tells them to obey the law and live. Today’s episode is a discussion about the law-gospel distinction with our good friend Pat Abendroth from The Pactum. We tackle a lot of the hard passages in both the Old and New Testament. Pat’s new book! The Active Obedience of Christ The Pactum Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

The Bible talks about a lot of supernatural things that most of modern Christianity seems to ignore. These are important parts of our Bibles that need to be understood! In today’s episode of Kingdoms Unveiled, Jon is joined by acclaimed pastor and author, Doug Van Dorn, well known for his studies and discussions on the more metaphysical parts of the Bible. Join Jon and Doug as they discuss how doctrinally confessional believers can better understand the history and role of demons, giants, and other spiritual forces in our reality. Doug’s Website Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER)

Mediums?! Occultism?! Speaking to the dead?! These are all things some of us may not be familiar with, but these New Age ideas have seeped into many millions of Christians and their institutions. Many write them off as hocus pocus, but that may be even more dangerous than participating in these practices. Paul tells us in Ephesians that we wrestle “against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.” In this episode, Jon is joined by a famous New Age dissenter, Doreen Virtue, to help guide us through the alarming nature and lies of New Age, unbiblical spirituality. Special thanks to Doreen Virtue for joining us! Doreen’s Website Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER)

How do we seek first the kingdom of God? What is the purpose of the kingdom? Can we really, honestly, say that we put God’s kingdom first in our daily lives as Jesus tells us we should in the Lord’s prayer? Most people struggle with this, and don’t even know what putting the kingdom of God first looks like. Jon is back to clarify the gospel and reclaim the purpose of the kingdom. Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER)

Do you ever wonder what it means to walk by the spirit? It’s a phrase found in several places in the New Testament. If you asked ten different Christians what it means to walk by the spirit, you’d likely get ten different answers. But today on the pod, Jon and Justin are going to take a swing at answering that question. We’re going to explore this concept and offer our perspectives. Our answers might surprise you. Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

Are we saved by works? The answer to this question might astonish you. In fact, we are saved by works! The real question is, whose works save us? Ours? Or someone else’s? In today’s episode, Jon, Justin, and our friend Pat Abendroth from The Pactum will be discussing the active obedience of Christ, a vital biblical doctrine that helps sinners see Jesus better. We pray you will find this conversation informative and encouraging. Pat’s new book! The Active Obedience of Christ The Pactum Join the Theocast Community! COVENANT Conference FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

Emphasizing grace, grace boys, antinomianism, the law, preaching, harsh – these are all words that seem to be circulating widely on the internet. We wanted to address this topic. First and foremost, what is antinomianism? Is preaching Christ from all of Scripture, Christ-centered preaching, generally considered antinomian? Moreover, why is it that Reformed theology, and Theocast, is wrongly considered antinomian? We’ll explain this by examining the uses of the law and church discipline. Join the Theocast Community! Jon’s Course: Saint, Sinner, and the Supernatural Justin’s Course: Law and Gospel Distinction Our episode on Romans 7 COVENANT Conference FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

In this episode, Jon and Judith discuss chapter 5 of the book “For the Love of Discipline: When the Gospel Intersects with Tantrums and Time-Outs.” How do we know if we are being too strict or too permissive with our parenting? When do we “choose our battles?” What does giving our children grace look like? These are meaningful discussions concerning the battlefield of our children’s hearts. For the Love of Discipline: When the Gospel Meets Tantrums and Time-Outs by Sara Wallace Theocast Episode on Pietism Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

The baptism debate. Typically, when we hear this, we cringe because it’s not really done well; there are a lot of strawmen. We don’t represent each other’s side well, and it becomes heated and emotional. We don’t want to do that today. We want to talk about the differences and where they stand biblically, and then why we would hold to a position known as the credo-baptist position: the 1689 Baptist view of baptism. Most of all, we pray that you’re informed and encouraged. We love our brothers who are paedo-baptists, and we hope that comes out in this podcast. Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK Sam Renihan’s book, The Mystery of Christ, His Covenant & His Kingdom Jewett’s book, Infant Baptist and the Covenant of Grace VanDorn’s book, Waters of Creation Nettles’s Article, Baptists and the Ordinances Our “Remember Your Baptism” episode COVENANT Conference

In this episode, Jon and Judith discuss the contents of chapter 4 from the book titled “For the Love of Discipline: When the Gospel Intersects with Tantrums and Time-Outs.” Fear is a multifaceted concept, yet from a biblical perspective, it reveals the awe-inspiring and transformative nature of God. Guiding our children to revere the Lord involves instilling in them the confidence to rely on a higher power beyond their own capabilities. How can we nurture our children to recognize and have faith in God throughout their developmental stages, rather than solely relying on themselves? We trust that this episode provides valuable insights and encouragement on this journey. For the Love of Discipline: When the Gospel Meets Tantrums and Time-Outs by Sara Wallace Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST OUR WEBSITE YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

Have you ever wondered what the differences are between a confessional Baptist position on covenant theology and a confessional Presbyterian position? (We know you have–because you’ve asked us.) Jon and Justin talk about the differences today. It really all comes down to how one understands the covenant of grace to be revealed and then established. We hope this conversation brings some clarity for you! Sam Renihan’s book, The Mystery of Christ, His Covenant & His Kingdom 1689 Federalism Website Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK COVENANT Conference

What is the difference between rewards and bribes? How can and should rewards for good behavior lead us to the Gospel? In today’s episode. Jon and Judith Moffitt cover chapter 3 of the book, “For the Love of Discipline: When the Gospel Meets Tantrums and Time-Outs.” How do we help reinforce good behavior in our children while teaching them the gospel? For the Love of Discipline: When the Gospel Meets Tantrums and Time-Outs by Sara Wallace Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK

In today’s episode, Jon and Justin have a conversation about the Reformation and the streams that flowed out of it pertaining to covenant theology. While there are disagreements amongst and between various traditions, Presbyterians, the Reformed, and confessional Baptists agree on a lot! This discussion covers some history, as well as the significant points of agreement. Let’s make Reformed catholicity a thing! Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK COVENANT Conference More episodes on Covenant Theology

Is punishment the same as discipline? Definitely not! In this segment, Jon and Judith Moffit shed light on how the gospel influences discipline, emphasizing that punishment is a detached and impersonal approach that doesn’t align with our roles as godly parents. Making this crucial distinction plays a significant role in molding our children’s hearts towards their connection with God. For the Love of Discipline: When the Gospel Meets Tantrums and Time-Outs by Sara Wallace Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WITH THEOCAST YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM X (TWITTER) FACEBOOK