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Distilling Theology

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A podcast pairing discussions of theology and distilled spirits. And dad jokes. Join Justin VanRiper and Blake Cortright as they embark on this adventure through Christian theology, with whiskey in hand, and dad jokes at the ready!

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Episode 61: Covenant Theology Reacts to Dispensationalism // Tasting Casamigos Blanco Tequila

March 16, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

This week - Blake and Justin react to some overviews of Dispensationalism from a Covenantal perspective. They sip Casamigos Blanco Tequila and enjoy a more casual conversation. DT Glasses are available for pre-order for ONE DAY MORE: Head over to http://shopdistillingtheology.com to PRE ORDER our first batch of Distilling Theology Glencairn glasses - Batch 001, available now through MIDNIGHT  TOMORROW (eastern time) March 17th, 2021. Patreons get at 10% discount on all purchase in the DT m...

Episode 61: Covenant Theology Reacts to... // Tasting Casamigos Blanco Tequila

March 16, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

This week - Blake and Justin react to some overviews of Dispensationalism from a Covenantal perspective. They sip Casamigos Blanco Tequila and enjoy a more casual conversation. DT Glasses are available for pre-order for ONE DAY MORE: Head over to http://shopdistillingtheology.com to PRE ORDER our first batch of Distilling Theology Glencairn glasses - Batch 001, available now through MIDNIGHT  TOMORROW (eastern time) March 17th, 2021. Patreons get at 10% discount on all purchase in the DT m...

Ep. 61: Covenant Theology Reacts to Dispensationalism // Tasting Casamigos Blanco Tequila

March 16, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

This week - Blake and Justin react to some overviews of Dispensationalism from a Covenantal perspective. They sip Casamigos Blanco Tequila and enjoy a more casual conversation. DT Glasses are available for pre-order for ONE DAY MORE: Head over to http://shopdistillingtheology.com to PRE ORDER our first batch of Distilling Theology Glencairn glasses - Batch 001, available now through MIDNIGHT  TOMORROW (eastern time) March 17th, 2021. Patreons get at 10% discount on all purchase in the DT m...

Episode 60: What is Biblical Theology // Sipping Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey

March 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

This week - Blake and Justin are joined by their part-time cohost Eric and the trio sip Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey while discussing the discipline of Biblical Theology. The guys exegete the wilderness temptation of Christ recorded in the fourth chapter of Matthew's Gospel and examine parallels with other Biblical narratives. DT Glasses are available for pre-order for ONE MORE WEEK: Head over to http://shopdistillingtheology.com to PRE ORDER our first batch of Distilling Theology Glencair...

Ep. 60: What is Biblical Theology // Sipping Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey

March 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

This week - Blake and Justin are joined by their part-time cohost Eric and the trio sip Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey while discussing the discipline of Biblical Theology. The guys exegete the wilderness temptation of Christ recorded in the fourth chapter of Matthew's Gospel and examine parallels with other Biblical narratives. DT Glasses are available for pre-order for ONE MORE WEEK: Head over to http://shopdistillingtheology.com to PRE ORDER our first batch of Distilling Theology Glencair...

Episode 59: Angelology // Tasting Aviation Gin

February 23, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

This week, Justin and Blake sip Aviation Gin while discussing the Systematic Theology of Angels - Angelology. They crack some dad jokes, explore some tasting notes, and examine some of the things Scripture teaches us about angelic beings. They also have a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT in the episode, so stay tuned! Next week, the guys are going to exegete a passage and briefly touch on the study of Biblical Theology while sipping... a mystery spirit! Head over to http://shopdistillingtheology.com t...

Ep. 59: Angelology // Tasting Aviation Gin

February 23, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

This week, Justin and Blake sip Aviation Gin while discussing the Systematic Theology of Angels - Angelology. They crack some dad jokes, explore some tasting notes, and examine some of the things Scripture teaches us about angelic beings. They also have a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT in the episode, so stay tuned! Next week, the guys are going to exegete a passage and briefly touch on the study of Biblical Theology while sipping... a mystery spirit! Head over to http://shopdistillingtheology.com t...

Episode 58: The Church + Covid-19 with Tony Arsenal // Tasting Glenfiddich Fire & Cane

February 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

Taking a break from the ongoing series exploring Systematic Theology, Justin and Blake are joined by Tony Arsenal of the Reformed Brotherhood podcast. The trio sit down, sip Glenfiddich Fire & Cane, and discuss the Church and Covid-19 in 2021.  Next week, the guys are going to discuss Angelology, the study of angels, and sip Aviation Gin. Check out our new "Covenant Theology is Distilled Theology" apparel over at https://shopdistillingtheology.com/ Enjoy extended episodes, watch us live ...

Ep. 58: The Church + Covid-19 with Tony Arsenal // Tasting Glenfiddich Fire & Cane

February 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

Taking a break from the ongoing series exploring Systematic Theology, Justin and Blake are joined by Tony Arsenal of the Reformed Brotherhood podcast. The trio sit down, sip Glenfiddich Fire & Cane, and discuss the Church and Covid-19 in 2021.  Next week, the guys are going to discuss Angelology, the study of angels, and sip Aviation Gin. Check out our new "Covenant Theology is Distilled Theology" apparel over at https://shopdistillingtheology.com/ Enjoy extended episodes, watch us live ...

Episode 57: Pneumatology Pt 3 - The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit // Tasting Whistlepig 10 Year Rye Single Barrel

February 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MB

A week behind, the guys jump back into Systematic Theology with their third (and final) introductory episode exploring Pneumatology -- the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. Taking a lesson from Sinclair Ferguson's Ligonier lecture series "Who is the Holy Spirit?," Blake and Justin reflect upon the person and work of the Holy Spirit while sipping a Barrel Pick of Whistlepig 10 Year Old Rye - Single Barrel. Next week, they'll pause their ST discussion and reflect upon Covid-19 and the Church with ...

Ep. 57: Pneumatology (Pt 3) - The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit // Tasting Whistlepig 10 Year Rye Single Barrel

February 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MB

A week behind, the guys jump back into Systematic Theology with their third (and final) introductory episode exploring Pneumatology -- the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. Taking a lesson from Sinclair Ferguson's Ligonier lecture series "Who is the Holy Spirit?," Blake and Justin reflect upon the person and work of the Holy Spirit while sipping a Barrel Pick of Whistlepig 10 Year Old Rye - Single Barrel. Next week, they'll pause their ST discussion and reflect upon Covid-19 and the Church with ...

Episode 57: Pneumatology (Pt 3) - The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit // Tasting Whistlepig 10 Year Rye Single Barrel

February 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MB

A week behind, the guys jump back into Systematic Theology with their third (and final) introductory episode exploring Pneumatology -- the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. Taking a lesson from Sinclair Ferguson's Ligonier lecture series "Who is the Holy Spirit?," Blake and Justin reflect upon the person and work of the Holy Spirit while sipping a Barrel Pick of Whistlepig 10 Year Old Rye - Single Barrel. Next week, they'll pause their ST discussion and reflect upon Covid-19 and the Church with ...

Episode 56: Pneumatology (Pt 2) - Cessationism v Continuationism // Tasting Kronan Swedish Punsch

January 26, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

This week, we're continuing our discussion of the Doctrine of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology) and diving into cessationism and continuationism. The guys sip Kronan Swedish Punsch and exegete some passages together while reflecting upon the meaning of the word "miracle" in theological language.  Next week, they'll examine the Person and Work of the Holy Spirit while tasting Whistlepig 10 Year Old Rye - Barrel Strength. Check out our new "Covenant Theology is Distilled Theology" apparel over ...

Ep. 56: Pneumatology (Pt 2) - Cessationism v Continuationism // Tasting Kronan Swedish Punsch

January 26, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

This week, we're continuing our discussion of the Doctrine of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology) and diving into cessationism and continuationism. The guys sip Kronan Swedish Punsch and exegete some passages together while reflecting upon the meaning of the word "miracle" in theological language. Next week, they'll examine the Person and Work of the Holy Spirit while tasting Whistlepig 10 Year Old Rye - Barrel Strength. Check out our new "Covenant Theology is Distilled Theology" apparel over ...

Episode 55: Pneumatology (Pt 1) // Tasting Compass Box "The Tale of the Spaniard"

January 19, 2021 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

This week the guys sit down around a pour of Compass Box's "Tale of the Spaniard" Blended Malt Scotch Whisky to discuss the Loci of Systematic Theology dedicated to the Person and work of the Holy Spirit: Pneumatology. This will be the first episode in a series of episodes unpacking and introducing this big, often misunderstood, but crucial point of doctrine. Next week, they'll continue the journey with a discussion of Continuationism vs. Cessationism and they will be sipping Kronan Swedish...

Episode 55: Pneumatology // Tasting Compass Box "The Tale of the Spaniard"

January 19, 2021 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

This week the guys sit down around a pour of Compass Box's "Tale of the Spaniard" Blended Malt Scotch Whisky to discuss the Loci of Systematic Theology dedicated to the Person and work of the Holy Spirit: Pneumatology. This will be the first episode in a series of episodes unpacking and introducing this big, often misunderstood, but crucial point of doctrine. Next week, they'll continue the journey with a discussion of Continuationism vs. Cessationism and they will be sipping Kronan Swedish...

Ep. 55: Pneumatology (Pt 1) // Tasting Compass Box "The Tale of the Spaniard"

January 19, 2021 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

This week the guys sit down around a pour of Compass Box's "Tale of the Spaniard" Blended Malt Scotch Whisky to discuss the Loci of Systematic Theology dedicated to the Person and work of the Holy Spirit: Pneumatology. This will be the first episode in a series of episodes unpacking and introducing this big, often misunderstood, but crucial point of doctrine. Next week, they'll continue the journey with a discussion of Continuationism vs. Cessationism and they will be sipping Kronan Swedish...

Ep. 54: Happy New Year! // Tasting Hillrock Solera Aged Bourbon

January 05, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

Happy New Year from your friends at Distilling Theology! Justin and Blake sip Hillrock Solera Aged Bourbon, crack a ton of dad jokes, reflect on 2020, discuss some thoughts heading into the new year, and even get into an extended conversation about the doctrine of Divine Impassibility. We will be taking a break next week, but will be back on 1/19/21 sipping Compass Box "The Spaniard" blended scotch. Stay tuned! Check out our new "Covenant Theology is Distilled Theology" apparel over at http...

Episode 54: Happy New Year! // Tasting Hillrock Solera Aged Bourbon

January 05, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

Happy New Year from your friends at Distilling Theology! Justin and Blake sip Hillrock Solera Aged Bourbon, crack a ton of dad jokes, reflect on 2020, discuss some thoughts heading into the new year, and even get into an extended conversation about the doctrine of Divine Impassibility. We will be taking a break next week, but will be back on 1/19/21 sipping Compass Box "The Spaniard" blended scotch. Stay tuned! Check out our new "Covenant Theology is Distilled Theology" apparel over at http...

Ep. 53: Christmastime // Tasting Gracias a Dios Mezcal

December 29, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MB

Sorry the episode is a bit late! Blake has been in quarantine this week and had a slight delay getting the episode edited, but here it is in time for New Years Eve! Our Christmastime episode. Blake and Justin sip Gracias a Dios Mezcal while discussing the Christmas season, the virgin Birth, and trying to not fall too far into a full episode on Christology just yet. Check out our new "Covenant Theology is Distilled Theology" apparel over at https://shopdistillingtheology.com/ Enjoy exten...

Episode 53: Christmastime // Tasting Gracias a Dios Mezcal

December 29, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MB

Sorry the episode is a bit late! Blake has been in quarantine this week and had a slight delay getting the episode edited, but here it is in time for New Years Eve! Our Christmastime episode. Blake and Justin sip Gracias a Dios Mezcal while discussing the Christmas season, the virgin Birth, and trying to not fall too far into a full episode on Christology just yet. Check out our new "Covenant Theology is Distilled Theology" apparel over at https://shopdistillingtheology.com/ Enjoy exten...

Episode 52: Of God's Decree // Tasting Cocchi Barolo Chinato

December 22, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

This week, Blake and Justin read from WCF 3.1&2 and the parallel articles in LBCF. They discuss God's eternal decree and providence while sipping Cocchi's Barolo Chinato. Next week, the guys will be discussing Christmas. A big congratulations to the winner of our Calvin Giveaway (announced in the episode)! Check out our new "Covenant Theology is Distilled Theology" apparel over at https://shopdistillingtheology.com/ Enjoy extended episodes, watch us live stream our episodes before they ...

Ep. 52: Of God's Decree // Tasting Cocchi Barolo Chinato

December 22, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

This week, Blake and Justin read from WCF 3.1&2 and the parallel articles in LBCF. They discuss God's eternal decree and providence while sipping Cocchi's Barolo Chinato. Next week, the guys will be discussing Christmas. A big congratulations to the winner of our Calvin Giveaway (announced in the episode)! Check out our new "Covenant Theology is Distilled Theology" apparel over at https://shopdistillingtheology.com/ Enjoy extended episodes, watch us live stream our episodes before they ...

Episode 51: My Only Comfort in Life and Death // Tasting Green Chartreuse

December 15, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

This week, Justin and Blake dive into Question 1 of the Heidelberg Catechism: "What is your only comfort in life and in death?" They work through the answer presented in the catechism, stopping to examine all the proof texts given for every statement in the answer, and grow increasingly encouraged by the pastoral wisdom present in the Heidelberg. They sip Green Chartreuse  - a first for Justin - and share a few laughs and dad jokes as always. There's still time to enter for a chance to wi...

Ep. 51: My Only Comfort in Life and Death // Tasting Green Chartreuse

December 15, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

This week, Justin and Blake dive into Question 1 of the Heidelberg Catechism: "What is your only comfort in life and in death?" They work through the answer presented in the catechism, stopping to examine all the proof texts given for every statement in the answer, and grow increasingly encouraged by the pastoral wisdom present in the Heidelberg. They sip Green Chartreuse  - a first for Justin - and share a few laughs and dad jokes as always. There's still time to enter for a chance to wi...

Ep. 50: Calvin and the Gospel // Tasting Johnnie Walker Director's Cut Blade Runner Edition

December 08, 2020 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

50 episodes! We're ecstatic to have hit this milestone. A tremendous thank you to all of our listeners for keeping with us for all the time, and especially to our Patreons for supporting us and making the podcast possible. Justin & Blake sip Johnnie Walker "Director's Cut" / Blade Runner Edition while discussing Calvin and the Gospel. The duo crack a few dad jokes and reflect on the last 50 episodes of Distilling Theology. We've launched our "Calvin Giveaway" and you can enter to win now th...

Episode 50: Calvin and the Gospel // Tasting Johnnie Walker Director's Cut Blade Runner Edition

December 08, 2020 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

50 episodes! We're ecstatic to have hit this milestone. A tremendous thank you to all of our listeners for keeping with us for all the time, and especially to our Patreons for supporting us and making the podcast possible. Justin & Blake sip Johnnie Walker "Director's Cut" / Blade Runner Edition while discussing Calvin and the Gospel. The duo crack a few dad jokes and reflect on the last 50 episodes of Distilling Theology. We've launched our "Calvin Giveaway" and you can enter to win now th...

Ep. 49: Christians + Alcohol // Feat. Assurance of Pardon

December 01, 2020 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB

This week, we're airing a crossover episode with our friends Scott and Gage of Assurance of Pardon. We all sit down, drink beers, and have a casual conversation about Christians and alcohol. Between some dad jokes, lessons from church history, and some more somber moments of reflection, we had a blast as always hanging out with these guys and we hope you enjoy it too! Next week,  we'll be back to our regularly schedule programming and the guys will be sipping Johnnie "The Director's Cut" Bl...

Episode 49: Christians + Alcohol // Feat. Assurance of Pardon

December 01, 2020 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB

This week, we're airing a crossover episode with our friends Scott and Gage of Assurance of Pardon. We all sit down, drink beers, and have a casual conversation about Christians and alcohol. Between some dad jokes, lessons from church history, and some more somber moments of reflection, we had a blast as always hanging out with these guys and we hope you enjoy it too! Next week,  we'll be back to our regularly schedule programming and the guys will be sipping Johnnie "The Director's Cut" Bl...

Ep. 48: Perseverance of the Saints // Tasting Lagavulin Distiller's Edition

November 24, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MB

We've finally arrived at the grand finale in our 5 part series exploring the five points of Calvinism! Can true believers in Jesus Christ ultimately lose their salvation? This week Blake, Justin, and Eric imbibe Lagavulin Distiller's Edition while discussing the doctrine of the Perseverance of the Saints. The trio crack plenty of dad jokes along the way, but also get pretty emotional discussing the glorious salvation that is found in Jesus. This is the fifth episode in a series of five epi...

Episode 48: Perseverance of the Saints // Tasting Lagavulin Distiller's Edition

November 24, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MB

We've finally arrived at the grand finale in our 5 part series exploring the five points of Calvinism! Can true believers in Jesus Christ ultimately lose their salvation? This week Blake, Justin, and Eric imbibe Lagavulin Distiller's Edition while discussing the doctrine of the Perseverance of the Saints. The trio crack plenty of dad jokes along the way, but also get pretty emotional discussing the glorious salvation that is found in Jesus. This is the fifth episode in a series of five epi...

Episode 47: Irresistible Grace // Tasting Lagavulin 16

November 17, 2020 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MB

Eric is back this week as he joins Blake and Justin to imbibe Lagavulin 16 year old while discussing the doctrine of "Irresistible Grace." The trio share many jokes and laughs, as well as some solemn discussion with a reverent awe at the mercy of a holy God. This is the fourth episode in a series of five episodes examining the five points of Calvinism -- a reference to the acrostic "TULIP" which summarizing the Reformed "Doctrines of Grace" pertaining to salvation theology (or Soteriology)...

Ep. 47: Irresistible Grace // Tasting Lagavulin 16

November 17, 2020 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MB

Eric is back this week as he joins Blake and Justin to imbibe Lagavulin 16 year old while discussing the doctrine of "Irresistible Grace." The trio share many jokes and laughs, as well as some solemn discussion with a reverent awe at the mercy of a holy God. This is the fourth episode in a series of five episodes examining the five points of Calvinism -- a reference to the acrostic "TULIP" which summarizing the Reformed "Doctrines of Grace" pertaining to salvation theology (or Soteriology)...

Ep. 46: Limited Atonement // Tasting Lagavulin 11 (Nick Offerman Edition)

November 10, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MB

Justin and Blake sip Lagavulin 11 (Nick Offerman Edition) while discussing the doctrine of "Limited Atonement," or as some Reformed theologians prefer to call it, "Definite Atonement." They crack more than their fair share of puns in this limited engagement, and they'll probably need to atone for these jokes later... This is the third episode in a series of five episodes examining the five points of Calvinism -- a reference to the acrostic "TULIP" which summarizing the Reformed "Doctrines o...

Episode 46: Limited Atonement // Tasting Lagavulin 11 (Nick Offerman Edition)

November 10, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MB

Justin and Blake sip Lagavulin 11 (Nick Offerman Edition) while discussing the doctrine of "Limited Atonement," or as some Reformed theologians prefer to call it, "Definite Atonement." They crack more than their fair share of puns in this limited engagement, and they'll probably need to atone for these jokes later... This is the third episode in a series of five episodes examining the five points of Calvinism -- a reference to the acrostic "TULIP" which summarizing the Reformed "Doctrines o...

Ep. 45: Unconditional Election // Tasting Lagavulin 9 (GOT edition)

November 03, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

Continuing on in our journey through the five points of Calvinism, the guys discuss the second point in the acrostic: Unconditional Election. They read several key passages of Scripture and reflect upon the implications of this doctrine in life and other aspects of our theology. The duo sips Lagavulin 9-year old (game of thrones edition) and crack more than a few election jokes. This is the second episode in a series of five episodes examining the five points of Calvinism -- a reference to ...

Episode 45: Unconditional Election // Tasting Lagavulin 9 (GOT edition)

November 03, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

Continuing on in our journey through the five points of Calvinism, the guys discuss the second point in the acrostic: Unconditional Election. They read several key passages of Scripture and reflect upon the implications of this doctrine in life and other aspects of our theology. The duo sips Lagavulin 9-year old (game of thrones edition) and crack more than a few election jokes. This is the second episode in a series of five episodes examining the five points of Calvinism -- a reference to ...

Ep. 44: Total Depravity // Tasting Lagavulin 8

October 27, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB

Blake & Justin are joined by their part-time co-host Eric as they sip Lagavulin 8 year old, discuss controversial whisky opinions, and deep dive into exegesis, Biblical theology, and Systematic theology. The trio shares some great laughs, as well as great reflection on the sweet salvation we have in Christ alone--and do their best to explain why they all affirm a Calvinistic Soteriology (Salvation Theology) by discussing fallen man's moral ability (or lack thereof) to choose God. This is t...

Episode 44: Total Depravity // Tasting Lagavulin 8

October 27, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB

Blake & Justin are joined by their part-time co-host Eric as they sip Lagavulin 8 year old, discuss controversial whisky opinions, and deep dive into exegesis, Biblical theology, and Systematic theology. The trio shares some great laughs, as well as great reflection on the sweet salvation we have in Christ alone--and do their best to explain why they all affirm a Calvinistic Soteriology (Salvation Theology) by discussing fallen man's moral ability (or lack thereof) to choose God. This is t...

Episode 43: So What? A Primer on the practical theology of the Puritans with Dr. James La Belle // Tasting Octomore 9.3

October 20, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MB

This week, Blake is joined by Dr. James La Belle, the pastor of the Presbyterian Church of Cape Cod (OPC). The two sip a recent expression of Bruichladdich's legendary smoky scotch -- Octomore, release 09.3 "Diagolos" and they discuss the richness of Puritan Theology. Part interview, part dialogue, part primer on the Puritans, this episode was a blast to record and we hope you enjoy it too! If you'd like to listen to Dr. La Belle's sermons head to: https://presbyterianchurchofcapecod.sermo...

Ep. 43: So What? A Primer on the practical theology of the Puritans with Dr. James La Belle // Tasting Octomore 9.3

October 20, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MB

This week, Blake is joined by Dr. James La Belle, the pastor of the Presbyterian Church of Cape Cod (OPC). The two sip a recent expression of Bruichladdich's legendary smoky scotch -- Octomore, release 09.3 "Diagolos" and they discuss the richness of Puritan Theology. Part interview, part dialogue, part primer on the Puritans, this episode was a blast to record and we hope you enjoy it too! If you'd like to listen to Dr. La Belle's sermons head to: https://presbyterianchurchofcapecod.sermo...

Ep. 42: Free Will or Predestination? A Primer on Christian Soteriology // Tasting Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey

October 13, 2020 04:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

Episode 42 marks ONE YEAR of Distilling Theology!! Thank you to all of our listeners for joining us for this adventure, and an extra special thanks to our Patreons who make the show possible. For this episodes, the guys sit down and sip Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey (Rum Cask Finish) and finally talk about Salvation Theology or "Soteriology" by way of introducing a few major streams of soteriology which have shown up in Church history. We're giving away a copy of "The Whole Christ" by S...

Episode 42: Free Will or Predestination? A Primer on Christian Soteriology // Tasting Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey

October 13, 2020 04:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

Episode 42 marks ONE YEAR of Distilling Theology!! Thank you to all of our listeners for joining us for this adventure, and an extra special thanks to our Patreons who make the show possible. For this episodes, the guys sit down and sip Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey (Rum Cask Finish) and finally talk about Salvation Theology or "Soteriology" by way of introducing a few major streams of soteriology which have shown up in Church history. We're giving away a copy of "The Whole Christ" by S...

Ep. 41: Hamartiology // Tasting Templeton Maple Cask Finished Rye

September 29, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

This week, Blake & Justin sit down to discuss the doctrine of sin, known in Systematic Theology as "Hamartiology." They sip Templeton Maple Cask Finish Rye, sent to them by one of their FB Group admins. The team is going to take one week off and will pick up Episode 42 two weeks from now on 10/13. The guys are going to sip Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey as a nod to their first episode (released a year prior on 10/12/19) and they will discuss Soteriology - the doctrine of Salvation. If ...

Episode 41: Hamartiology // Tasting Templeton Maple Cask Finished Rye

September 29, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

This week, Blake & Justin sit down to discuss the doctrine of sin, known in Systematic Theology as "Hamartiology." They sip Templeton Maple Cask Finish Rye, sent to them by one of their FB Group admins. The team is going to take one week off and will pick up Episode 42 two weeks from now on 10/13. The guys are going to sip Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey as a nod to their first episode (released a year prior on 10/12/19) and they will discuss Soteriology - the doctrine of Salvation. If ...

Episode 40: The Presbyterians Strike Back w/ Carl Trueman & Todd Pruitt // Tasting Courvoisier VSOP Cognac

September 22, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

We're ecstatic to be joined this week by our esteemed guests Carl Trueman and Todd Pruitt of the Mortification of Spin podcast. This was one of the most fun episodes we've recorded to date and we hope it is entertaining, edifying, and informative for you, our listeners. We discuss Presbyterian Covenant Theology while sipping Courvoisier VSOP Cognac and cracking plenty of jokes along the way. Next week, we'll be continuing our journey through theological anthropology with a discussion of Ha...

Ep. 40: The Presbyterians Strike Back w/ Carl Trueman & Todd Pruitt // Tasting Courvoisier VSOP Cognac

September 22, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

We're ecstatic to be joined this week by our esteemed guests Carl Trueman and Todd Pruitt of the Mortification of Spin podcast. This was one of the most fun episodes we've recorded to date and we hope it is entertaining, edifying, and informative for you, our listeners. We discuss Presbyterian Covenant Theology while sipping Courvoisier VSOP Cognac and cracking plenty of jokes along the way. Next week, we'll be continuing our journey through theological anthropology with a discussion of Ha...

Ep. 39: Concerning Hobbits // A Discussion on 1689 Baptist Covenant Theology w/ Samuel Renihan // Tasting Johnnie Walker Double Black Label

September 15, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

We're thrilled to be joined this week by Dr. Samuel Renihan, author of "God without Passions," "The Mystery of Christ, His Covenant, and His Kingdom," and "From Shadow to Substance: The Federal Theology of the English Particular Baptists." Eric is back with us and he tries to become best friends with Sam, Justin revels in roasting Blake for his minority Covenant Theology position (this week), and there's enough dad jokes to last the trip to Mordor and back. The guys sip Johnnie Walker Doub...

Episode 39: Concerning Hobbits // A Discussion on 1689 Baptist Covenant Theology w/ Samuel Renihan // Tasting Johnnie Walker Double Black Label

September 15, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

We're thrilled to be joined this week by Dr. Samuel Renihan, author of "God without Passions," "The Mystery of Christ, His Covenant, and His Kingdom," and "From Shadow to Substance: The Federal Theology of the English Particular Baptists." Eric is back with us and he tries to become best friends with Sam, Justin revels in roasting Blake for his minority Covenant Theology position (this week), and there's enough dad jokes to last the trip to Mordor and back. The guys sip Johnnie Walker Doub...

Episode 38: The Covenants // Tasting Del Maguey Vida Mezcal

September 08, 2020 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MB

As the guys continue discussing a Theological Anthropology, they examine how God uses Covenants throughout redemptive history. This episode also serves as a bit of a primer for the forthcoming discussions on Covenant Theology from a Presbyterian and a Baptist standpoint. Blake and Justin taste their first Mezcal on the show: Del Maguey Vida, and as always, they make some dad jokes. Next week, we're thrilled to be joined by our special Dr. Samuel Renihan talking with us about 1689 Baptist C...

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