Reformed Forum » admin http://reformedforum.org Reformed Theology Podcasts, Videos, Blogs and More Fri, 18 May 2012 19:55:12 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 no Reformed Forum mail@reformedforum.org Celebrity, Authority, and Authenticity in the Church http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc229/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc229/#comments Fri, 18 May 2012 05:00:47 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2118 Read more→]]> Dr. Carl Trueman joins us once again for an exciting conversation of issues in the contemporary church. Today, we discuss Dr. Trueman’s latest book Fools Rush in Where Monkeys Fear to Tread (P&R Publishing), a collection of essays originally appearing at Reformation21.org. Dr. Trueman leads us in a critical look at at the contemporary church with his characteristic wit and historical sensitivity.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc229/feed/ 3 54:25Dr. Carl Trueman joins us once again for an exciting conversation of issues in the contemporary church. Today, we discuss Dr. Trueman's latest book Fools Rush in Where Monkeys Fear to Tread (P&R Publishing), a collection of essays originally appeDr. Carl Trueman joins us once again for an exciting conversation of issues in the contemporary church. Today, we discuss Dr. Trueman's latest book Fools Rush in Where Monkeys Fear to Tread (P&R Publishing), a collection of essays originally appeFeatured, Headline, Practical TheologyReformed Forumnono The Covenant of Grace http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe21/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe21/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 05:00:43 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2040 Read more→]]> Dr. Lane G. Tipton describes the Covenant of Grace and its two administrations. This is an important lesson that pictures for us the wonderful salvation that comes through the mediation of Jesus Christ.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe21/feed/ 0 5:09Dr. Lane G. Tipton describes the Covenant of Grace and its two administrations. This is an important lesson that pictures for us the wonderful salvation that comes through the mediation of Jesus Christ.Dr. Lane G. Tipton describes the Covenant of Grace and its two administrations. This is an important lesson that pictures for us the wonderful salvation that comes through the mediation of Jesus Christ.Soteriology, Systematic Theology, What is the Gospel?Reformed Forumnono Why Baptize Children? http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc228/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc228/#comments Fri, 11 May 2012 05:00:21 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2096 Read more→]]> Rev. Daniel Hyde, pastor of Oceanside United Reformed Church in Oceanside, CA builds a case for paedobaptism. Hyde has written Jesus Loves the Little Children: Why We Baptize Children, an excellent book treating the biblical, theological, and historical aspects of the subject. Join us for this insightful discussion.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc228/feed/ 9 44:25Rev. Daniel Hyde, pastor of Oceanside United Reformed Church in Oceanside, CA builds a case for paedobaptism. Hyde has written Jesus Loves the Little Children: Why We Baptize Children, an excellent book treating the biblical, theological, and historical Rev. Daniel Hyde, pastor of Oceanside United Reformed Church in Oceanside, CA builds a case for paedobaptism. Hyde has written Jesus Loves the Little Children: Why We Baptize Children, an excellent book treating the biblical, theological, and historical Featured, Headline, Systematic TheologyReformed Forumnono The Covenantal Context of Redemption http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe20/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe20/#comments Wed, 09 May 2012 05:00:37 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2039 Read more→]]> In speaking of the gospel, it is important to understand the covenantal context in which it occurs. Though Adam sinned in the garden and brought guilt and corruption upon all his posterity, Jesus Christ institutes a new covenant in his blood for all those who believe in him. Dr. Lane G. Tipton speaks about covenant and salvation.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe20/feed/ 1 4:20In speaking of the gospel, it is important to understand the covenantal context in which it occurs. Though Adam sinned in the garden and brought guilt and corruption upon all his posterity, Jesus Christ institutes a new covenant in his blood for all thoseIn speaking of the gospel, it is important to understand the covenantal context in which it occurs. Though Adam sinned in the garden and brought guilt and corruption upon all his posterity, Jesus Christ institutes a new covenant in his blood for all thoseSoteriology, Systematic Theology, What is the Gospel?Reformed Forumnono Speaking about the Gospel http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc227/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc227/#comments Fri, 04 May 2012 05:00:47 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2081 Read more→]]> The gospel has become a hot topic in the evangelical world, and for that all Christians should be thankful. But conversation about the gospel is only fruitful in so far as we understand it biblically. In this episode, Jim Cassidy and Camden Bucey discuss the categories Reformed theologians often use to describe the gospel – using Paul’s lesson in 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 as a foundation.

Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to you—unless you believed in vain. For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures, and that he appeared to Cephas, then to the twelve. Then he appeared to more than five hundred brothers at one time, most of whom are still alive, though some have fallen asleep. Then he appeared to James, then to all the apostles. Last of all, as to one untimely born, he appeared also to me. (1 Corinthians 15:1-8 ESV)

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc227/feed/ 19 46:56The gospel has become a hot topic in the evangelical world, and for that all Christians should be thankful. But conversation about the gospel is only fruitful in so far as we understand it biblically. In this episode, Jim Cassidy and Camden Bucey discuss The gospel has become a hot topic in the evangelical world, and for that all Christians should be thankful. But conversation about the gospel is only fruitful in so far as we understand it biblically. In this episode, Jim Cassidy and Camden Bucey discuss Headline, Soteriology, Systematic TheologyReformed Forumnono How is Redemption Applied? http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe19/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe19/#comments Wed, 02 May 2012 05:00:23 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2038 Read more→]]> The redemption accomplished by Jesus Christ is applied by the Holy Spirit as he effectually calls the elect and unites them to Christ by faith. Dr. Lane G. Tipton unpacks this great truth about the gospel.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe19/feed/ 0 4:24The redemption accomplished by Jesus Christ is applied by the Holy Spirit as he effectually calls the elect and unites them to Christ by faith. Dr. Lane G. Tipton unpacks this great truth about the gospel.The redemption accomplished by Jesus Christ is applied by the Holy Spirit as he effectually calls the elect and unites them to Christ by faith. Dr. Lane G. Tipton unpacks this great truth about the gospel.Soteriology, Systematic Theology, What is the Gospel?Reformed Forumnono The Gospel and its Implications http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc226/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc226/#comments Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:00:20 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2055 Read more→]]> Camden Bucey, Jonathan Brack, and Dan Adams speak about the gospel from the steps of the historic Tenth Presbyterian Church. Reformed Forum was delighted to be invited to the annual Philadelphia Conference on Reformed Theology, which is organized by the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals. Sinclair Ferguson, Ligon Duncan, Liam Goligher, Harry Reeder, and Rick Phillips contributed to the important theme The Gospel: What? Why? How?

This year, the Alliance considered the message and the method of the gospel. What makes the gospel a source of such abounding joy? What is the bad news, to which the gospel is the remedy? What is the power with which the gospel brings salvation? How is the cross the very center of the gospel? What was the distinct gospel message that Jesus preached, and how do we preach it today? How do pastors and churches take up the gospel ministry of reconciliation, of which we read in the Bible?

On this episode, the panel spends time discussing many of these questions while exploring the implications of the good news of Jesus Christ for all of life.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc226/feed/ 1 39:42Camden Bucey, Jonathan Brack, and Dan Adams speak about the gospel from the steps of the historic Tenth Presbyterian Church. Reformed Forum was delighted to be invited to the annual Philadelphia Conference on Reformed Theology, which is organized by the ACamden Bucey, Jonathan Brack, and Dan Adams speak about the gospel from the steps of the historic Tenth Presbyterian Church. Reformed Forum was delighted to be invited to the annual Philadelphia Conference on Reformed Theology, which is organized by the AHeadline, Systematic TheologyReformed Forumnono The Benefits of Salvation http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe18/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe18/#comments Wed, 25 Apr 2012 05:00:21 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2037 Read more→]]> The gospel is first and foremost the good news about the resurrected Christ. Through union with the resurrected Christ believers receive justification, adoption, sanctification, and all other benefits which either flow from or accompany them. In this video, Dr. Lane G. Tipton describes these benefits and how they relate to one another.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe18/feed/ 0 3:45The gospel is first and foremost the good news about the resurrected Christ. Through union with the resurrected Christ believers receive justification, adoption, sanctification, and all other benefits which either flow from or accompany them. In this videThe gospel is first and foremost the good news about the resurrected Christ. Through union with the resurrected Christ believers receive justification, adoption, sanctification, and all other benefits which either flow from or accompany them. In this videSoteriology, Systematic Theology, What is the Gospel?Reformed Forumnono Redemption Accomplished and Applied http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe17/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe17/#comments Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:33:17 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2025 Read more→]]> Dr. Lane G. Tipton, Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, PA, speaks about the distinction between the once for all accomplishment of redemption and its application to those who have faith in Jesus Christ.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe17/feed/ 0 10:18Dr. Lane G. Tipton, Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, PA, speaks about the distinction between the once for all accomplishment of redemption and its application to those who have faith in JeDr. Lane G. Tipton, Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, PA, speaks about the distinction between the once for all accomplishment of redemption and its application to those who have faith in JeSoteriology, Systematic Theology, What is the Gospel?Reformed Forumnono What is the Gospel? http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe16/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe16/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 22:11:00 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2022 Read more→]]> Dr. Lane G. Tipton, Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, PA, speaks about the heart of the Christian message. Christians must be careful not to mistake the gospel for the benefits of the gospel. While the benefits of the gospel, such as justification, adoption, and sanctification, are essential, we can misunderstand the gospel if we do not focus on the benefactor. The heart of the gospel is the person and work of Jesus Christ, who died and was raised for sinners.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe16/feed/ 0 4:53Dr. Lane G. Tipton, Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, PA, speaks about the heart of the Christian message. Christians must be careful not to mistake the gospel for the benefits of the gospelDr. Lane G. Tipton, Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, PA, speaks about the heart of the Christian message. Christians must be careful not to mistake the gospel for the benefits of the gospelSoteriology, Systematic Theology, What is the Gospel?Reformed Forumnono The Creator / Creature Distinction http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe15/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe15/#comments Wed, 28 Mar 2012 05:00:44 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?p=1926 Read more→]]> This is the first lesson in a series examining the theological foundations of Reformed and covenantal apologetics. In this video, Camden Bucey looks at the important difference between God and his creation.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rfe15/feed/ 2 2:38This is the first lesson in a series examining the theological foundations of Reformed and covenantal apologetics. In this video, Camden Bucey looks at the important difference between God and his creation.This is the first lesson in a series examining the theological foundations of Reformed and covenantal apologetics. In this video, Camden Bucey looks at the important difference between God and his creation.Apologetics, Systematic TheologyReformed Forumnono The Five Solas Today http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/he20/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/he20/#comments Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:21:27 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?p=1783 Read more→]]> Camden Bucey speaks at Faith OPC in Pole Tavern, NJ on the topic of the five solas and their abiding significance. This lesson was part of Faith OPC’s annual Reformation Day celebration. We apologize in advance for the audio quality in the latter half of the recording. For various reasons, the recorder had to be moved to a nearby pew rather than remain on the lectern. Regardless, this is an exciting lesson that emphasizes the contemporary church’s position in the history of doctrine and her task to hold those truths firm in the present day.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/he20/feed/ 3 44:31Camden Bucey speaks at Faith OPC in Pole Tavern, NJ on the topic of the five solas and their abiding significance. This lesson was part of Faith OPC's annual Reformation Day celebration. We apologize in advance for the audio quality in the latter half ofCamden Bucey speaks at Faith OPC in Pole Tavern, NJ on the topic of the five solas and their abiding significance. This lesson was part of Faith OPC's annual Reformation Day celebration. We apologize in advance for the audio quality in the latter half ofReformed Forumnono Princeton Conference on Reformed Theology http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rmr43/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rmr43/#comments Thu, 23 Sep 2010 05:00:19 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?p=1405 Read more→]]> Representatives from the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals visit to speak about the Princeton Conference on Reformed Theology (PrCRT) series.  The conference titled The Glory of Christ in all of Scripture will take place November 5-6, 2010 at Miller Chapel on the campus of Princeton Theological Seminary.  With speakers Kent Hughes and David Helm this conference should be a rewarding event.

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/rmr43/feed/ 2 24:44Representatives from the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals visit to speak about the Princeton Conference on Reformed Theology (PrCRT) series.  The conference titled The Glory of Christ in all of Scripture will take place November 5-6, 2010 at Miller ChRepresentatives from the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals visit to speak about the Princeton Conference on Reformed Theology (PrCRT) series.  The conference titled The Glory of Christ in all of Scripture will take place November 5-6, 2010 at Miller ChReformed Forumnono Hebrews 13:7-20 – In Search of a City (Edmund P. Clowney) http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/in-search-of-a-city-hebrews-137-20-edmund-p-clowney/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/in-search-of-a-city-hebrews-137-20-edmund-p-clowney/#comments Sun, 11 Oct 2009 05:00:36 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?p=808 Read more→]]> View this sermon at SermonAudio.com

Hebrews 13:7-20

1 Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith. 8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. 9 Do not be led away by diverse and strange teachings, for it is good for the heart to be strengthened by grace, not by foods, which have not benefited those devoted to them. 10 We have an altar from which those who serve the tent have no right to eat. 11 For the bodies of those animals whose blood is brought into the holy places by the high priest as a sacrifice for sin are burned outside the camp. 12 So Jesus also suffered outside the gate in order to sanctify the people through his own blood. 13 Therefore let us go to him outside the camp and bear the reproach he endured. 14 For here we have no lasting city, but we seek the city that is to come. 15 Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name. 16 Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God. 17 Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they are keeping watch over your souls, as those who will have to give an account. Let them do this with joy and not with groaning, for that would be of no advantage to you. 18 Pray for us, for we are sure that we have a clear conscience, desiring to act honorably in all things. 19 I urge you the more earnestly to do this in order that I may be restored to you the sooner. 20 Now may the God of peace who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant,

ESV

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/in-search-of-a-city-hebrews-137-20-edmund-p-clowney/feed/ 2 34:20View this sermon at SermonAudio.com Hebrews 13:7-20 1 Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith. 8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. 9 DoView this sermon at SermonAudio.com Hebrews 13:7-20 1 Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith. 8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. 9 DoReformed Forumnono Luke 9:18-36 – Glory Revealed: Christ and His People (Eric Alexander) http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/luke-918-36-glory-revealed-christ-and-his-people-eric-alexander/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/luke-918-36-glory-revealed-christ-and-his-people-eric-alexander/#comments Sun, 04 Oct 2009 05:00:41 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?p=798 Read more→]]> View sermon at St. Georges-Tron

Luke 9:18-36

18 Now it happened that as he was praying alone, the disciples were with him. And he asked them, “Who do the crowds say that I am?” 19And they answered, “John the Baptist. But others say, Elijah, and others, that one of the prophets of old has risen.” 20Then he said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” And Peter answered, “The Christ of God.” 21 And he strictly charged and commanded them to tell this to no one, 22 saying, “The Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and on the third day be raised.”

23 And he said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. 24For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will save it. 25 For what does it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses or forfeits himself? 26For whoever is ashamed of me and of my words, of him will the Son of Man be ashamed when he comes in his glory and the glory of the Father and of the holy angels. 27But I tell you truly, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God.”

28 Now about eight days after these sayings he took with him Peter and John and James and went up on the mountain to pray.

29And as he was praying, the appearance of his face was altered, and his clothing became dazzling white.

30And behold, two men were talking with him, Moses and Elijah,

31who appeared in glory and spoke of his departure, which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem.

32Now Peter and those who were with him were heavy with sleep, but when they became fully awake they saw his glory and the two men who stood with him.

33And as the men were parting from him, Peter said to Jesus, “Master, it is good that we are here. Let us make three tents, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah”? not knowing what he said.

34As he was saying these things, a cloud came and overshadowed them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud.

35And a voice came out of the cloud, saying, “This is my Son, my Chosen One; listen to him!”

36And when the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone. And they kept silent and told no one in those days anything of what they had seen.

(ESV)

]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/luke-918-36-glory-revealed-christ-and-his-people-eric-alexander/feed/ 0 42:55View sermon at St. Georges-Tron Luke 9:18-36 18 Now it happened that as he was praying alone, the disciples were with him. And he asked them, "Who do the crowds say that I am?" 19And they answered, "John the Baptist. But others say, EView sermon at St. Georges-Tron Luke 9:18-36 18 Now it happened that as he was praying alone, the disciples were with him. And he asked them, "Who do the crowds say that I am?" 19And they answered, "John the Baptist. But others say, EReformed Forumnono A Comparison of Rahnerian to Reformed Apologetics http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc74/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc74/#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2009 05:00:10 +0000 admin http://reformedforum.org/?p=678 Read more→]]> Christ the Center discusses the theology of the influential Roman Catholic Karl Rahner.  Rahner’s theology is a composite of Kantian, Hegelian and Heideggerian philosophies.  The panel discusses these philosophic influences and compares Rahner’s approach to apologetics with a Reformed approach – particularly the system taught by Cornelius Van Til.  This episode will prove useful not only for the philosophically-minded apologist, but also for anyone interested in seeing the influence of one’s theological system upon apologetic methodology.  The discussion may also help listeners to realize that much of modern Roman Catholic theology is quite different from that which was taught during the Reformation.

This episode is brought to you in part by The Confessional Presbyterian, a journal for discussion of Presbyterian doctrine and practice.

This discussion follows the structure of Camden Bucey’s recent paper entitled A Reformed Critique of the Role of Natural Law in Rahnerian Apologetics which won the 2009 Greene Prize in Apologetics at Westminster Theological Seminary.  Ten years ago, Jeff Waddington won the same award for his paper Worldviews Collide: The Unapologetic Apologetic of Abraham Kuyper.

Links

Bibliography

Kilby, Karen. Rahner: Theology and Philosophy. London; New York: Routledge, 2004.

Livingston, James C., Francis Schussler Fiorenza, Sarah Coakley, and James H., Jr. Evans. Modern Christian Thought: The Twentieth Century. 2nd ed. Fortress Press, 2006.

Marmion, Declan., and Mary E. Hines. The Cambridge Companion to Karl Rahner. Cambridge companions to religion. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2005.

Rahner, Karl. Foundations of Christian Faith: An Introduction to the Idea of Christianity. New York: Seabury Press, 1978.

———. Hearers of the Word. [New York: Herder and Herder, 1969.

———. Spirit in the World. [New York: Herder and Herder, 1968. 

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]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc74/feed/ 8 76:38Christ the Center discusses the theology of the influential Roman Catholic Karl Rahner.  Rahner's theology is a composite of Kantian, Hegelian and Heideggerian philosophies.  The panel discusses these philosophic influences and compares Rahner's approacChrist the Center discusses the theology of the influential Roman Catholic Karl Rahner.  Rahner's theology is a composite of Kantian, Hegelian and Heideggerian philosophies.  The panel discusses these philosophic influences and compares Rahner's approacApologetic Method, Apologetics, Featured, Systematic TheologyReformed Forumnono Cultural Relevance, Mercy Ministry and the Social Gospel http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc30/ http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc30/#comments Fri, 15 Aug 2008 07:00:15 +0000 admin http://www.castlechurch.org/?p=347 Read more→]]> The Christ the Center panelists converse with the Rev. Richard Phillips, Senior Minister at 2nd Presbyterian Church of Greenville, SC about the importance of a Reformed approach to evangelism and mercy ministry.  The tendency can be to remain inside the four walls of the church when the church has been called to proclaim the gospel to a dying world.  Phillips points out that it is possible to be solidly Reformed and also committed to getting the message of the gospel out into the highways and byways of our various communities.  Rev. Phillips draws upon his own pastoral experience and one of his most recent publications, Jesus the Evangelist.  While believers are called upon to give a reason for the hope that is in them as they are given opportunity (1st Pet. 3:15), the primary means of evangelism is the proclamation of the Bible from the pulpit in public worship.

The panel also discussed the rightful place of mercy ministry and cultural engagement.  It is important that the church take care of its own, but there is also a place for demonstrating mercy to those outside the church.  However, there is always the danger that demonstrating God’s love in deeds of mercy will eclipse the clear, forthright declaration of the gospel.  The church must never forget its mission or identity by compromising or conforming to the culture of this world.  The social gospel and inadequate methods of cultural engagement have confused and in some cases lost the truth of the gospel.

The Christ the Center panelists along with Rev. Phillips conclude that with evangelism and mercy ministry, all must be done to bring glory and honor to the Triune God of Scripture (1st Cor. 10:31).  In other words, the main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing!

Panel

  • Rick Phillips
  • Nick Batzig
  • James Dolezal
  • Jim Cassidy
  • Jeff Waddington
  • Camden Bucey

Links

Bibliography

Carrick, John. The Preaching of Jonathan Edwards. Banner of Truth, 2008.

Fesko, J. Justification : Understanding the Classic Reformed Doctrine. Phillipsburg N.J.: P&R Pub., 2008.

Johnson, Gary L. W., and Ronald N. Gleason. Reforming or Conforming? : Post-Conservative Evangelicals and the Emerging Church. Wheaton, Ill.: Crossway Books, 2008.

Phillips, Richard D. Hebrews. Reformed expository commentary. Phillipsburg, N.J.: P&R Pub., 2006.

—. Jesus the Evangelist : Learning to Share the Gospel From the Book of John. Lake Mary, FL: Reformation Trust Pub., 2007.

—. What’s So Great About the Doctrines of Grace? Lake Mary FL: Reformation Trust Pub., 2008.

—. Zechariah. P & R Publishing, 2007.

Poythress, Vern S. The Returning King: A Guide to the Book of Revelation. P & R Publishing, 2000.

Van Til, Cornelius and K. Scott Oliphint, ed. The Defense of the Faith. 4th ed. Phillipsburg N.J.: P & R Pub., 2008.

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]]> http://reformedforum.org/podcasts/ctc30/feed/ 3 61:44The Christ the Center panelists converse with the Rev. Richard Phillips, Senior Minister at 2nd Presbyterian Church of Greenville, SC about the importance of a Reformed approach to evangelism and mercy ministry.  The tendency can be to remain inside the The Christ the Center panelists converse with the Rev. Richard Phillips, Senior Minister at 2nd Presbyterian Church of Greenville, SC about the importance of a Reformed approach to evangelism and mercy ministry.  The tendency can be to remain inside the Practical Theology, Systematic TheologyReformed Forumnono