Christian's Colloquy
51 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago -Christian's Colloquy is a show committed to exploring the theology and history of the Church. Namely, learning from and engaging with the wisdom of the past to approach issues of the present. Special attention will be given to English & North American church history (from the Reformation through the Evangelical Revival), Caribbean spirituality, Baptist ecclesiology, and prayer.
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Ethiopia’s Stretched Hands: The Calvinistic Zeal of 18th-Century Afro-Atlantic Writers
June 21, 2023 22:06 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBA recording of a lecture given for The Solas Council. https://discord.gg/solascouncil
From Georgia to Jamaica to Cameroon, Pt. 2: Jamaican Baptists
February 27, 2023 23:00 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode, we continue our series exploring a dramatic story of black Baptist missionary work by entering the world of Jamaican Baptists! We'll learn about their origins and expansion, their priorities and objectives, and key elements of their spirituality and legacy. Let me know what you think! Sources and Resources: https://jbu.church/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Our-Origin.pdf https://scholar.acadiau.ca/islandora/object/theses%3A158/datastream/PDF/view https://www.amazon.com/Free...
From Georgia to Jamaica to Cameroon, Pt.1: George Liele
February 02, 2023 15:20 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBIn this episode, we begin a short series exploring one story within the amazing world of black Baptist missionary work. We'll meet the characters, churches, and movements that brought the Baptist tradition all the way from Georgia to Cameroon. Today, we're meeting George Liele: the black Baptist pastor who planted the African American Baptist church and brought the Baptist tradition to Jamaica! Let me know what you think! Sources and Resources: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-librar...
Big Plans for 2023! Black Church History, Academic Interviews, PhD Stuff, and More!
January 18, 2023 18:40 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBWelcome back to Christian's Colloquy! Just want to say a big thanks to everyone who regularly watches, subscribes, and shares my content. I love creating these videos and the conversations that spark because of them! Thank you for making this channel what it is! In this channel update, I share my plans for 2023! Expect more of the same but also some fresh ideas. More content related to my research (19th-century missions and eschatology), academic interviews with peers and professors, and s...
Charles Simeon and the Ascension
September 15, 2022 23:50 - 20 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this episode, I introduce the amazing evangelical Charles Simeon! An influential and respected evangelical Anglican preacher, Simeon is a Christian worth getting to know! After a brief biographical sketch, I share the highlights of Simeon's clear and convicting sermon the Ascension of Christ. Join me as we learn why the Ascension is at the heart of our blessing as Christians. Enjoy! TGC Canada Articles: https://ca.thegospelcoalition.org/article/stones-of-remembrance-ontarios-first-afr...
A Baptist's Thoughts on the Sign of the Cross
August 09, 2022 13:48 - 8 minutes - 16.1 MBToday is the third edition of a Baptist's Thoughts on... In this episode, I share my thoughts on the sign of the cross! Let me know what you think! CA Article: https://www.catholic.com/tract/sign-of-the-cross Latimer Sermon: http://www.anglicanlibrary.org/latimer/card/sermon06.htm My Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fordeheim My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christiansquietlife My Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristiansColloquy
Charles Spurgeon's Marks of Fatih
July 31, 2022 16:00 - 29 minutes - 54.2 MBIn this episode, we explore Charles Spurgeon's sermon: Marks of Faith. Listen well as Spurgeon, the great Prince of Preachers, explains the three stages of faith, three diseases that plague faith, and three questions to consider about your faith. This is a sermon that is both convicting and encouraging. Enjoy! And, as always, let me know what you think in the comments down below! Marks of Faith: https://www.spurgeongems.org/sermon/chs317.pdf Spurgeon's Sermon Set: https://www.christianbo...
Ethical Stewardship: The Environment
July 02, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this episode, Connor and I approach the topic of the environment. We why and how conservative Protestants should care about, speak of, and actively steward the natural world. As always, this is an open and honest conversation, please let us know what YOU think! Connor's network: https://transcendenttruthmedia.com/ My Blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christiansquietlife My Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fordeheim My YouTube: https://www.youtube.c...
Harriet Tubman, the Salem Chapel, and the Underground Railroad
June 24, 2022 12:00 - 13 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode, we begin a new mini-summer series! Join me as I take you through some critical figures and locations of my province's church history! Today, we turn to St. Catharines and the history of Harriet Tubman's involvement in the underground railroad. Learn how this abolitionist and "conductor" was shaped by her devout Methodist faith! Relevant and Recommended Resources: https://www.amazon.ca/Harriet-Tubman-Moses-Her-People/dp/0486438589 https://www.salemchapelbmechurch.ca/inde...
Ethical Stewardship: Introduction (ft. Connor Longaphie)
June 17, 2022 13:19 - 28 minutes - 51.8 MBToday, we introduce what might be the most interesting (and perhaps controversial) series on Christian's Colloquy! Alongside my dear friend, Pastor Connor, we will be exploring the topic of Ethical Stewardship. Join us as unpack topics such as creation care, sustainability, veganism/plant-based diets, and so much more, all from a conservative, Protestant perspective. Please join the conversation and let us know what you think! Connor's network: https://transcendenttruthmedia.com/ Connor's ...
Interview 19: Caleb Sadler's Mission Trip to Vietnam
June 11, 2022 12:59 - 25 minutes - 46.7 MBToday, we are joined by my longtime friend Caleb! Caleb shares about his recent mission trip to Vietnam, discussing the objectives, challenges, and blessings of this particular mission and mission trips in general. Enjoy! My Blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christiansquietlife My Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fordeheim My YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristiansColloquy
A Baptist's Thoughts on Exorcisms
June 01, 2022 21:25 - 6 minutes - 11.8 MBToday is the second edition of a Baptist's Thoughts on... In this episode, I share my thoughts on exorcisms! Let me know what you think! My Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fordeheim My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christiansquietlife My YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristiansColloquy
Samuel Ajayi Crowther: Linguist, Missionary, Evangelical Churchman
May 24, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 21.2 MBIn today's episode, we introduce the bishop Samuel Crowther. This evangelical was the first African bishop in the Anglican Church, worked to translate the Bible into several languages, and worked to promote evangelical spirituality across West Africa. Let me know what you think! Recommended Resources: https://africa.thegospelcoalition.org/article/samuel-ajayi-crowther-christianity-in-africa/ https://www.9marks.org/article/the-triumph-and-tragedy-of-anglicanisms-first-african-bishop/ ht...
A Baptist's Thoughts on the Crusades
April 30, 2022 12:11 - 6 minutes - 11 MBToday is the first episode in a new series: A Baptist's Thoughts on... In this series, I will share my thoughts on various non-Baptisty things. Today we start with the Crusades! Let me know what you think or what things you would like to hear my thoughts on! My Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fordeheim My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristiansColloquy
Phillis Wheatley's Poetry
April 23, 2022 12:00 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode, we read and discuss two poems from the great Phillis Wheatley. See how this early African American poet put to verse her evangelical spirituality and experience as a slave stolen from Africa in the eighteenth century. Enjoy! On Virtue: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45466/on-virtue Edwards connection: http://commonplace.online/article/vol-17-no-3-monescalchi/ On Being Brought from Africa to America: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45465/on-being-brought-...
Phillis Wheatley: Slave, Poet, Evangelical Christian
February 12, 2022 17:00 - 11 minutes - 20.8 MBIn today's episode, we introduce the poet Phillis Wheatley. This evangelical had the incredible experience mixing the social elite of the 18th-century while a slave due to her literary prowess. Make sure to catch the next episode when we examine some of her poetry! Complete Writings of Wheatley: https://www.amazon.ca/Complete-Writin... My Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fordeheim My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristiansColloquy
Evangelicalism and Abolitionism
February 03, 2022 23:00 - 15 minutes - 28.5 MBHello everyone! In this episode, we introduce some of the figures, works, and realities of early Evangelicalism’s relationship to slavery in the British Empire. While we must accept the hard truth that many theological heroes of Evangelicalism supported the evil of slavery, we must also complicate that picture: (1) while worthy of condemnation, we must understand the nuance of Evangelical support for slavery, (2) we must recognize that opposition to slavery in the British Empire largely came...
Interview 18: Arece Hampton on Fatherhood
January 29, 2022 15:00 - 34 minutes - 62.5 MBToday, we are joined by my good friend Arece. We dive into joys, challenges, and theological truths around fatherhood. Hopefully, this will be edifying for you no matter where you are in life! If you have any questions for Arece, please let me know! The Ology: https://www.amazon.com/dp/194257228X First Bible Basics: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736972323 My Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fordeheim My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristiansCollo...
Henry Venn's Guidelines for Reading Scripture
January 22, 2022 15:00 - 17 minutes - 33 MBIn today's episode, we introduce Henry Venn, an 18th-century establishment Evangelical pastor and pioneer. My recent lecture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPlVVd3Rl5w My Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fordeheim My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristiansColloquy
Channel Update #4 - The 2022 Return
January 15, 2022 14:00 - 5 minutes - 10.1 MBHello everyone! Welcome back to Christian's Colloquy. Due to school (and life in general), I had to take a few months off, but now we're back! Let me know what you would like to see from CC in 2022 in the comments, over email, or via Twitter! My Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fordeheim My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristiansColloquy
Interview 17: Tom Gray on the Open Brethren
August 13, 2021 16:30 - 1 hour - 122 MBToday, we are joined by Tom from Scotland! Tom is a member of a Gospel Hall within the Open Brethren. In this interview, we learn about the Brethren movement and also get an inside look into Christianity in Scotland. Please let us know what you think! Check out Tom's recommendations: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_Brethren https://www.amazon.ca/Narrative-Lords-Dealings-George-Muller/dp/143753323X https://www.brethrenarchive.org/people/thomas-newberry/ https://www.amazon.ca/Believers...
Interview 16: Jacob Hootman on Anglicanism
August 06, 2021 14:20 - 57 minutes - 106 MBToday, we are joined again by Jacob Hootman! Jacob shares with us the origins of Anglicanism, the various streams within the tradition, the foundation of their unity, and what goes in an Anglican parish. There is a lot to take in here, so if you have any questions or comments, please let us know! Check out Jacob's previous interview and his recommendations: https://youtu.be/9pq_1yWm870 [More to come!] My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Christia...
Interview 15: Connor Longaphie on Lutheranism
July 30, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 127 MBToday, we are joined by Connor Longaphie, my friend and a Lutheran vicar. Connor is very active in his denomination and brilliantly unpacks Lutheran history, theology, and church life for us. If you have any questions or comments, please drop us a comment! Check out Connor's work and recommendations: Connor's blog: https://cwlongaphie.wordpress.com/ Canadian Lutheran Gospel Network: https://canadianlutherangospelnetwork.wordpress.com/ Connor's church: https://youtube.com/channel/UC8SE...
Interview 14: Greg Seeds on Presbyterianism
July 24, 2021 20:20 - 1 hour - 162 MBToday, we are joined by Greg! Greg is a friend I've known from Reddit for a long time and he joins us now to share about Presbyterianism. We get into a lot of the history, denominations, and church life within Presbyterianism, so if you have any questions, please ask away! Check out Greg's recommendations: Confessions: https://thewestminsterstandard.org/the-westminster-standards/ A chart on Presbyterian Denominations: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/32/Presbyterian_Fam...
Christian Traditions Series 2021 (The Purpose of Denominational Dialogue)
July 16, 2021 15:00 - 8 minutes - 15.7 MBAfter some questions and feedback, I thought I would present and explain the purpose of this Christian Tradition Series. If you have any questions or comments please let me know! My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristiansColloquy
Interview 13: Alexander Proudfoot on the Dutch Reformed
July 09, 2021 14:00 - 57 minutes - 105 MBToday, we are joined by my friend Alexander! Alexander tells us about the history and theology of the Dutch Reformed tradition and then shares his experience in the United and Christian Reformed Churches. Please let us know what you think or if you have any questions! Check out Alexander's recommendations: Confessions: https://www.urcna.org/threeforms A Dutch Reformed blog: https://heidelblog.net/ History of the Reformed Church in North America: https://www.amazon.ca/Goodly-Heritage....
Interview 12: Josiah Blencowe on Pentecostalism
July 02, 2021 14:00 - 43 minutes - 80 MBIn this interview, we begin a series introducing and discussing various Christian denominations and traditions. Today, my friend Josiah presents Pentecostalism, specifically the PAOC. Please let us know what you think or if you have any questions! Check out Josiah's recommendations: https://wordcom.paoc.org/products/canadian-pentecostals---a-history-of-the-pentecostal-assemblies-of-canada-by-thomas-miller https://www.amazon.ca/Holy-Spirit-Pentecostal-Anthony-Palma/dp/0882437860 http:/...
Augustus Toplady's Reflections on a Thunder Storm
June 25, 2021 13:00 - 12 minutes - 23.3 MBToday, we discuss another work of the great Anglican theologian and hymnist, Augustus Toplady. Through his reflection on thunderstorms, we consider God as Creator and his powerful use of the created world. Let me know what you think! My recent sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDFajrUNQjc First CC Augustus Toplady episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKXeKV83_XY Toplady's Reflections on a Thunder Storm: https://regenerationandrepentance.wordpress.com/tag/augustus-toplady/ T...
Anne Dutton's Christ Crucified, Risen, and Ascended
June 18, 2021 14:20 - 25 minutes - 47 MBIn this hymn review, we unpack Anne Dutton's Christ Crucified, Risen, and Ascended. This is a wonderful and unique hymn about the work of promises of Jesus Christ, and I hope it will provide a lot of further material for your reflection and meditation. Make sure to let me know if you have any suggestions for future hymn reviews! First CC Anne Dutton episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ju1Sg1nOdM Dutton's Poems and Hymns: https://www.amazon.ca/Selected-Spiritual-Writings-Dutton-Eight...
Charles Spurgeon's The Personality of the Holy Spirit
June 11, 2021 14:00 - 21 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this episode, we present Charles Spurgeon, the prince of preachers! After a short introduction to the life and legacy of this leading Baptist preacher, we discuss his sermon The Personality of the Holy Spirit. This sermon is deep, it not only defends the true personhood of the Holy Spirit, but also provides a wonderful demonstration of the importance of Trinitarian awareness among evangelical Christians. Please let me know what you think! Recommendations: The Sermon (text): https://www....
Jonathan Edwards' The Most High a Prayer-Hearing God
June 04, 2021 14:00 - 33 minutes - 61 MBToday, we finally discuss Jonathan Edwards on the channel! After a brief discussion of his life and influence, we turn his sermon The Most High a Prayer-Hearing God. This is a powerful sermon, which demonstrates a traditional Evangelical approach to preaching, prayer, and Scripture. Please let me know what you think! Recommendations: The Sermon: https://www.biblebb.com/files/edwards/prayer.htm Short Biography of Edwards: https://banneroftruth.org/us/about/banner-authors/jonathan-edwards...
Interview 11: Cameron Brinkman on Congregationalism in Lutheran Thought
May 28, 2021 14:00 - 44 minutes - 81.9 MBIn today's interview, Cameron returns to discuss congregational polity in a Lutheran context. Through a presentation and brief conversation, Cameron tells us about the history, theology, and state of present-day discussions surrounding Lutheran polity. This is the final entry in the congregationalism series, I hope you enjoyed it! Please let me know if you have any further comments, questions, or suggestions. Check out Cameron's recommendations and mentioned sources: https://www.amazon.com...
Channel Update: One Year (and a bit) In!
May 21, 2021 14:00 - 14 minutes - 27.1 MBHey everyone! Christian's Colloquy is now a year old! Thank you for all that you do as a part of this community. Whether you're watching, listening, liking, commenting, sharing, or diving in, you help make this channel/community what it is, so thank you! For this update, I review the past year, talk about plans for the future, and share a little about the other projects I have going on. If you have any suggestions for future content, please let me know! My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ ...
Interview 10: Lue-Yee on Henry VIII, Edward VI, and Anglican Identity
May 13, 2021 14:50 - 40 minutes - 74.6 MBIn today's interview, Lue-Yee returns to discuss the reigns and reformational roles of Henry VIII and Edward VI. Please check out Lue-Yee's blog and other recommendations: https://epeuthutebetes.wordpress.com/ https://northamanglican.com/author/epeuthutebetes/ https://wcccc.us/ https://youtu.be/MR0xM3t3vNE https://www.royal.uk/coronation-oath-2-june-1953 Today's Recommendations: https://www.amazon.ca/English-Reformation-G-Dickens/dp/0271028688 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...
Congregationalism Q&A - Part 2: Discipline, Heresy, and Development
May 04, 2021 17:30 - 32 minutes - 58.8 MBIn this episode, I answer the final three of the questions I have received about congregational polity. Please feel free to reach out with any other questions or comments you have about church government, I would love to continue the conversation! Stay tuned for the final show of this series where I will interview a Lutheran about their practice of congregational polity. Today's Recommendations: On the discipline of elders: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/erik-raymond/different-pr...
Congregationalism Q&A - Part 1: Bishops, Priests, and Autonomy
April 15, 2021 21:10 - 26 minutes - 49.4 MBIn today's show, I answer three of the questions I have received about congregational polity. Stay tuned for the next episode when I answer the final three. Feel free to reach out with more questions and comments! Today's Recommendations: https://www.9marks.org/article/hierarchy-church/ https://churchsociety.org/blog/entry/formulary_friday_priests_or_presbyters Thanks to Marek for the channel art: https://kyrios.webflow.io/ Thanks again to Andrew for the music: https://soundcloud.com...
Hymn Review 4: Charles Wesley's O the Depth of Love Divine
March 26, 2021 20:50 - 18 minutes - 34.7 MBIn today’s episode, I bring you into some of my coursework by presenting a Charles Wesley hymn on the Lord’s Supper! In this hymn, O the Depth of Love Divine, we see Wesley speak about the Lord’s Supper in a traditional Reformed manner. In contrast to both memorialism and physical presence, this hymn reflects the classic spiritual presence view of Christ and the Lord’s Supper. This is some pretty heavy theology for a hymn review, so please check out the resources below and let me know what y...
Episode 21: Baptist Polity Today - An Introduction
March 20, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 60.7 MBIn this episode, I unpack my church's statement of faith paragraph on "the local church.' While much of the content is similar to what we discussed in Cotton, I believe this will give you a decent idea of how many Baptists in the present-day approach and discuss issues of church leadership and governance. If you have any questions or suggestions, please let me know! Please go to the youtube page to see the full list of recommendations! Link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yMlLi8s_W...
Interview 9: Marek Kizer on Limited Atonement
March 06, 2021 18:20 - 31 minutes - 57.2 MBIn this episode, I am once again joined by my friend Marek! Marek recently took part in a debate on limited atonement and I thought he would be well equipped to discuss this doctrine with us. In this interview, Marek presents the biblical foundation for limited atonement, its historical precedent, and how it relates to pastoral and evangelistic questions. This is heavy stuff! Please check out the resources below and make sure to reach out with any questions that may come to mind! Please ch...
Episode 20: John Cotton's Keys of the Kingdom of Heaven (Part 3) - Independency
February 24, 2021 18:00 - 31 minutes - 58.3 MBSkip the intro and recap: 4:10 In this episode, we continue our series in Congregationalism and examine chapter 7 of John Cotton's Keys of the Kingdom! In this chapter, Cotton presents his view of church independency. This is the critical point of congregational polity, let me know what you think or if you have any questions! Today's Recommendations: https://ccel.org/ccel/cotton_john/keyes/keyes. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cambridge_Platform https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Savoy_Dec...
Episode 19: John Cotton's Keys of the Kingdom of Heaven (Part 2)
February 13, 2021 21:50 - 26 minutes - 48.5 MBSkip the intro: 5:30 In this episode, we continue our series in Congregationalism and examine chapter 6 of John Cotton's Keys of the Kingdom! In this chapter, Cotton presents his historic congregational view of Synods and their purpose and power. Let me know what you think in the comment section down below! Today's Recommendations: https://ccel.org/ccel/cotton_john/keyes/keyes. Thanks to Marek for the channel art: https://kyrios.webflow.io/ Thanks again to Andrew for the music: https://...
Interview 8: Kaylon Joseph on Life After Seminary
January 29, 2021 21:50 - 52 minutes - 96 MBMy dear friend Kaylon Joseph finally joins us for an interview! We discuss classes at seminary, finding ministry positions, and some of the objectives and challenges of youth ministry. Let us know what you think! Please check out Kaylon's website, book recommendations, and our recent collaborative blog post: https://www.kaylonjoseph.com/ https://www.paultripp.com/products/lead-book https://chancery.home.blog/2021/01/23/why-we-love-heritage/ My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ My YouTu...
Episode 18: John Cotton's Keys of the Kingdom of Heaven (Part 1)
January 18, 2021 21:50 - 34 minutes - 63.6 MBSkip the intro: 6:39 In this episode, we continue our series in Congregationalism by examining John Cotton's Keys of the Kingdom! Despite the books short length, it covers a lot of biblical and theological ground, so this part of the series will be done in two parts. Let me know what you think in the comment section down below! Today's Recommendations: https://ccel.org/ccel/cotton_john/keyes/keyes. https://youtu.be/JwUQru1OAEQ https://biblehub.com/interlinear/acts/14-23.htm https://bib...
Interview 7: Marek Kizer on Hymnody and Abide with Me
January 11, 2021 21:50 - 34 minutes - 63.4 MBToday, I am joined by my friend Marek! In this interview, we discuss the value of hymns, the stories behind them, and how they can fit into your devotional life and study. Let us know what you think in the comments below! Please check out Abide with Me and Marek's blog: https://kyrios.webflow.io/ https://web.archive.org/web/20141016183717/http://www.risa.co.uk/sla/song.php?songid=26985 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5nbq_VEea0 Thanks again to Andrew for the music: https://soundcloud.c...
New Year Special: John Newton's Ebenezer Hymn
January 01, 2021 21:50 - 14 minutes - 26.8 MBHappy New Year! In today's episode, I briefly discuss John Newton's hymn: Ebenezer. Building off a theme presented in 1 Samuel, Newton calls us to approach the new year with reflections on the old: to recognize our need for God and his many blessings. Enjoy! Today's Recommendations: https://creedorchaos.wordpress.com/2008/12/29/ebenezer-two-hymns-for-the-close-of-the-year-by-john-newton/ https://www.gracebc.ca/allsermons/2020/11/22/the-bibles-hope-for-a-divided-world https://banneroftruth...
Christmas Special: John Newton's Immanuel Sermon
December 25, 2020 14:00 - 9 minutes - 16.9 MBMerry Christmas! In today's episode, I briefly discuss John Newton's sermon: Immanuel. Coming from a series of sermons based on Handel's Messiah, Newton unpacks Isaiah 7:14 and the name Immanuel, God with us. Enjoy! Today's Recommendations: http://articles.ochristian.com/article13643.shtml https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCrL-Pbd5iE https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/christian-living/works-john-newton/ Thanks to Marek for the channel art: https://kyrios.webflow.io/ My blog: https://cha...
Episode 17: John Cotton, Pioneer of Congregationalism
December 18, 2020 21:50 - 32 minutes - 59.5 MBToday's episode is the first of four in a series on Congregationalism! To begin this series I give a brief introduction to the term "congregationalism" and then move on to present the life of John Cotton. Cotton was one of the leading defenders of congregationalism in the Puritan era and knowing a bit about his life and ministry will help us appreciate his major work on Congregational polity: "The Keys of the Kingdom of Heaven." Let me know what you think and if you have any questions I can ...
Hymn Review 3: Earthquake Hymns
November 27, 2020 21:50 - 17 minutes - 32.9 MBToday I bring you into some of my studies by discussing Charles Wesley's Earthquake Hymns! In particular, we look at hymn 4 of Wesley's second collection. Be sure to check out the links to other earthquake hymns below! Today's Recommendations: https://divinity.duke.edu/sites/divinity.duke.edu/files/documents/cswt/48_Earthquake_Hymns_%281750%29_Pt_I_Mod.pdf https://divinity.duke.edu/sites/divinity.duke.edu/files/documents/cswt/49_Earthquake_Hymns_%281750%29_Pt_II_Mod.pdf https://www.5minu...
Recommended Reading 2: On Evangelicalism's History
November 13, 2020 21:50 - 12 minutes - 23.3 MBToday's show is the second "Recommended Reading" episode! Presented here are three books which provide a helpful base in understanding the history and spirituality of early Evangelicalism. Hope you enjoy it! Today's Main Recommendations: https://www.ivpress.com/the-rise-of-evangelicalism https://www.paulistpress.com/Products/0621-9/emergence-of-evangelical-spirituality.aspx https://hesedandemet.com/product/eighteenth-century-evangelicals-as-spiritual-mentors/ Previous Recommended Readin...
Hymn Review 2: Exhortation To Prayer
November 06, 2020 22:00 - 22 minutes - 41.6 MBOn today's show, we discuss William Cowper's amazing hymn Exhortation to Prayer! Today's Recommendations: https://www.ligonier.org/blog/mercy-seat-connecting-dots/ https://www.poemhunter.com/poem/exhortation-to-prayer/ Thanks to Marek for the channel art: https://kyrios.webflow.io/ Thanks again to Andrew for the music: https://soundcloud.com/user-504033228... My blog: https://chancery.home.blog/ Check out my youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZL08-yut9L5gc8EZUzCg