Distilling Theology
181 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 46 ratingsA 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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Ep. 15: A Conversation with Gary VanRiper about the Sanctity of Human Life // Tasting J.R. Ewing Bourbon
March 11, 2020 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBBlake & Justin are joined by Justin's father Gary VanRiper for this special conversation about the sanctity of human life, abortion, and sharing the Gospel. They taste J.R. Ewing Private Reserve Bourbon and don't tell so many dad jokes in this more somber, serious episode. Next week, Justin and Blake will be doing a "brief" introduction to the study of theology and they will be tasting Talisker Dark Storm. Thank you for listening! Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content a...
Episode 15: A Conversation with Gary VanRiper about the Sanctity of Human Life + J.R. Ewing Bourbon
March 11, 2020 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBBlake & Justin are joined by Justin's father Gary VanRiper for this special conversation about the sanctity of human life, abortion, and sharing the Gospel. They taste J.R. Ewing Private Reserve Bourbon and don't tell so many dad jokes in this more somber, serious episode. Next week, Justin and Blake will be doing a "brief" introduction to the study of theology and they will be tasting Talisker Dark Storm. Thank you for listening! Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content a...
Ep. 14: Soli Deo Gloria // Tasting Macallan Rare Cask 2017 (No 2.)
February 25, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBThe fifth and final of our series on the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. Justin & Blake taste the delectable Macallan Rare Cask 2017 (No 2.) while discussing the central doctrine of Soli Deo Gloria: All for the Glory of God Alone. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Distilling...
Episode 14: Soli Deo Gloria + Macallan Rare Cask 2017 (No 2.)
February 25, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBThe fifth and final of our series on the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. Justin & Blake taste the delectable Macallan Rare Cask 2017 (No 2.) while discussing the central doctrine of Soli Deo Gloria: All for the Glory of God Alone. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Distilling...
Episode 13: Sola Scriptura + High West Double Rye Gin Finish
February 17, 2020 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBThe fourth of five episodes about the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. Justin & Blake taste a special rye whiskey sent in by a member of our facebook group. High West Double Rye - Gin Finish. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology) Support the show (https://www...
Ep. 13: Sola Scriptura // Tasting High West Double Rye Gin Finish
February 17, 2020 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBThe fourth of five episodes about the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. Justin & Blake taste a special rye whiskey sent in by a member of our facebook group. High West Double Rye - Gin Finish. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology) Support the Show.
Ep. 12: Solus Christus // Tasting Bunnahabhain 12 Year
January 28, 2020 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBThe 3rd episode in our five part series covering the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. This week, Blake & Justin discuss the doctrine of Salvation in Christ Alone while tasting one of their favorite single malts: Bunnahabhain 12 Year old - an unpeated Islay whisky finished in sherry casks. To support the podcast, get early release episodes, exclusive video content, and bonus episodes, head over to Patreon.com/DistillingTheology Also, join the conversation in our new facebook group...
Episode 12: Solus Christus + Bunnahabhain 12 Year
January 28, 2020 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBThe 3rd episode in our five part series covering the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. This week, Blake & Justin discuss the doctrine of Salvation in Christ Alone while tasting one of their favorite single malts: Bunnahabhain 12 Year old - an unpeated Islay whisky finished in sherry casks. To support the podcast, get early release episodes, exclusive video content, and bonus episodes, head over to Patreon.com/DistillingTheology Also, join the conversation in our new facebook group...
Episode 11: Sola Fide + Glenlivet 12 Year
January 10, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBThe 2nd episode in our five part series covering the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. This week, Blake & Justin discuss the doctrine of Sola Fide (Salvation by Faith Alone) while tasting Glenlivet 12 Year old, "The manilla envelope of scotch." To support the podcast, get early release episodes, exclusive video content, and bonus episodes, head over to www.Patreon.com/DistillingTheology Also, join the conversation in our new facebook group, "Distilling Theology!" Cheers & Amen! ...
Ep. 11: Sola Fide // Tasting Glenlivet 12 Year
January 10, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBThe 2nd episode in our five part series covering the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. This week, Blake & Justin discuss the doctrine of Sola Fide (Salvation by Faith Alone) while tasting Glenlivet 12 Year old, "The manilla envelope of scotch." To support the podcast, get early release episodes, exclusive video content, and bonus episodes, head over to www.Patreon.com/DistillingTheology Also, join the conversation in our new facebook group, "Distilling Theology!" Cheers & Amen! ...
Episode 10: Happy New Year with Jonathan Edwards' 70 Resolutions + Blade and Bow Bourbon
January 01, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBHappy New Year! Justin and Blake kick back, sip some Blade & Bow Kentucky Bourbon, and read the 70 resolutions of Jonathan Edwards to jump into 2020. Plenty of dad jokes along the way. To get early release episodes, bonus video content, and more, head over to: https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology And visit www.DistillingTheology.com for more info about the podcast! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology)
Ep. 10: Happy New Year with Jonathan Edwards' 70 Resolutions // Tasting Blade and Bow Bourbon
January 01, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBHappy New Year! Justin and Blake kick back, sip some Blade & Bow Kentucky Bourbon, and read the 70 resolutions of Jonathan Edwards to jump into 2020. Plenty of dad jokes along the way. To get early release episodes, bonus video content, and more, head over to: https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology And visit www.DistillingTheology.com for more info about the podcast! Support the Show.
Episode 10: Sola Fide + Glenlivet 12 Year
December 25, 2019 14:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBTemp upload Support the show
Episode 9: A Conversation with Les Lanphere about Worship (Part 1)
December 15, 2019 00:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBFor this episode, we are joined by a special guest: Les Lanphere, one of the hosts of the Reformed Pubcast and the director of a new documentary film about how we worship called "Spirit and Truth." Blake, Justin, and Les discuss theology and specifically the topic of how we worship God in part one of a two part interview/conversation. To watch the film, head over to: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/spiritandtruth where you can rent or buy the documentary using Vimeo On Demand! To see part two...
Episode 9A: A Conversation with Les Lanphere about Worship (Part 1)
December 15, 2019 00:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBFor this episode, we are joined by a special guest: Les Lanphere, one of the hosts of the Reformed Pubcast and the director of a new documentary film about how we worship called "Spirit and Truth." Blake, Justin, and Les discuss theology and specifically the topic of how we worship God in part one of a two part interview/conversation. To watch the film, head over to: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/spiritandtruth where you can rent or buy the documentary using Vimeo On Demand! *Part two is no...
Ep. 9A: A Conversation with Les Lanphere about Worship (Part 1)
December 15, 2019 00:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBFor this episode, we are joined by a special guest: Les Lanphere, one of the hosts of the Reformed Pubcast and the director of a new documentary film about how we worship called "Spirit and Truth." Blake, Justin, and Les discuss theology and specifically the topic of how we worship God in part one of a two part interview/conversation. To watch the film, head over to: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/spiritandtruth where you can rent or buy the documentary using Vimeo On Demand! *Part two is no...
Ep. 8: Sola Gratia // Tasting Woodford Reserve
December 12, 2019 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBThis episode is the first of five in a new series covering the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. The guys taste Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Blake's presuppositions get in the way, they talk Star Wars, make some bad puns, and dive into Sola Gratia - Saved by Grace Alone. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the Show.
Episode 8: Sola Gratia + Woodford Reserve
December 12, 2019 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBThis episode is the first of five in a new series covering the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. The guys taste Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Blake's presuppositions get in the way, they talk Star Wars, make some bad puns, and dive into Sola Gratia - Saved by Grace Alone. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the show...
Ep. 7: Balvenie 14 Year + Thanksgiving Day!
November 28, 2019 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBHappy Thanksgiving! Justin and Blake pour a glass of Justin's favorite single malt whisky: Balvenie 14 year old Caribbean Cask finish. They discuss Thanksgiving in America and explore some Christian discourse around the concept of thankfulness. Join us for the special tasting! Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the Sh...
Episode 7: Balvenie 14 Year + Thanksgiving Day!
November 28, 2019 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBHappy Thanksgiving! Justin and Blake pour a glass of Justin's favorite single malt whisky: Balvenie 14 year old Caribbean Cask finish. They discuss Thanksgiving in America and explore some Christian discourse around the concept of thankfulness. Join us for the special tasting! Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the sh...
Ep. 6: Maker's 46 Bourbon, Star Wars, and Providence (feat Nick Visel)
November 25, 2019 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBThis week, Justin and Blake are joined by Nick Visel, one of the co-hosts of the Reformed Pilgrims Podcast. The three of them taste Maker's 46 Bourbon and discuss everything from the doctrine of God's sovereignty to Star Wars to manual transmissions. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the Show.
Episode 6: Maker's 46 Bourbon, Star Wars, and Providence (feat Nick Visel)
November 25, 2019 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBThis week, Justin and Blake are joined by Nick Visel, one of the co-hosts of the Reformed Pilgrims Podcast. The three of them taste Maker's 46 Bourbon and discuss everything from the doctrine of God's sovereignty to Star Wars to manual transmissions. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/...
Ep. 5: Regeneration // Tasting Highland Park 18 year
November 17, 2019 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBEnjoy the 5th episode of Distilling Theology! Blake and Justin give a brief primer on the doctrine of regeneration. This discussion is paired with the magnificent Highland Park 18 year old. Are men morally neutral? Do we naturally seek after God? Or is our human nature sinful to the root and in need of radical transformation and new birth? Join us as we attempt to dig into these important issues with exegesis of John 3, Ephesians 2, and Romans 8. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check u...
Episode 5: Regeneration + Highland Park 18 year
November 17, 2019 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBEnjoy the 5th episode of Distilling Theology! Blake and Justin give a brief primer on the doctrine of regeneration. This discussion is paired with the magnificent Highland Park 18 year old. Are men morally neutral? Do we naturally seek after God? Or is our human nature sinful to the root and in need of radical transformation and new birth? Join us as we attempt to dig into these important issues with exegesis of John 3, Ephesians 2, and Romans 8. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check u...
Ep. 4: In The Beginning // Tasting Jim Beam Rye
November 08, 2019 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBJoin Justin and Blake on the fourth episode of Distilling Theology as they taste Jim Beam Rye (Pre-Prohibition Style) for the first time while discussing their upbringings, Creation, and some other fun theological rabbit trails. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the Show.
Episode 4: In The Beginning + Jim Beam Rye
November 08, 2019 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBJoin Justin and Blake on the fourth episode of Distilling Theology as they taste Jim Beam Rye (Pre-Prohibition Style) for the first time while discussing their upbringings, Creation, and some other fun theological rabbit trails. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology)
Ep. 3: Reformation Day!
October 31, 2019 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBJoin Justin and Blake for a special bonus episode of Distilling Theology to celebrate Reformation Day - 502 years after Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the church in Wittenberg, Germany. In a break from their usual format, the guys sip beer in honor of Luther and of the Reformation as a whole. In the second half of the episode, they read all 95 Theses, commenting occasionally along the way. Pour a spirit, some beer, or a glass of wine, and join us in celebrating the Protes...
Episode 3: Reformation Day!
October 31, 2019 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBJoin Justin and Blake for a special bonus episode of Distilling Theology to celebrate Reformation Day - 502 years after Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the church in Wittenberg, Germany. In a break from their usual format, the guys sip beer in honor of Luther and of the Reformation as a whole. In the second half of the episode, they read all 95 Theses, commenting occasionally along the way. Pour a spirit, some beer, or a glass of wine, and join us in celebrating the Protes...
Episode 2: The Gospel + Oban 18 Year
October 26, 2019 18:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBJoin us for Episode 2 of Distilling Theology! Blake and Justin discuss the transcendent truths of the Gospel while tasting the transcendently delicious Oban 18 year old single malt scotch whisky. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology)
Ep. 2: The Gospel // Tasting Oban 18 Year
October 26, 2019 18:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBJoin us for Episode 2 of Distilling Theology! Blake and Justin discuss the transcendent truths of the Gospel while tasting the transcendently delicious Oban 18 year old single malt scotch whisky. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the Show.
Episode 1: Introductions + Teeling Single Malt Irish Whiskey
October 12, 2019 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBJoin Justin and Blake as they launch a new podcast discussing theology, distilled spirits, and dad jokes. In this introductory episode, Blake and Justin introduce themselves, their passion for theology, whiskey, and dad jokes, and the general concept of the podcast. Disclaimer: some bad puns ahead. Check us out on Patreon for exciting exclusive content and pre-release episodes! https://www.patreon.com/DistillingTheology Learn more at www.DistillingTheology.com Support the Show.