In this episode of Christ the Center, Camden Bucey and Carlton Wynne are joined by Rev. Stephen Spinnenweber, author of Loving the Law: The Law of God in the Life of the Believer (Christian Focus), to explore the enduring significance of God’s moral law in the Christian life. They discuss the book’s development, its theological foundations, and its practical applications for pastors, congregants, and Christian parents.

The conversation clarifies the Reformed understanding of the threefold use of the law and addresses common misconceptions surrounding legalism and antinomianism. Stephen offers a pastoral and theologically rich vision for delighting in the law as a gracious guide for believers—one rooted in God’s character and purpose for humanity. The trio also touches on civil use of the law, the Sabbath, and the broader cultural and political implications of God’s moral order.

This episode is a refreshing call to recover a joyful obedience to God’s commandments—not as a means of earning salvation, but as the grateful response of those saved by grace and empowered by the Spirit.

Watch on YouTube

Chapters

• 00:00:07 Introduction
• 00:10:32 Coming to this Project
• 00:18:40 The Choice of the Subtitle
• 00:20:39 The Law/Gospel Distinction
• 00:33:11 The Ceremonial, Civil, and Moral Law
• 00:39:29 God’s Law and the State
• 00:47:08 The Fourth Commandment and the State
• 00:51:44 The Spirit’s Working in Providing The Will and Ability to Obey
• 01:07:31 Conclusion

Participants: Camden Bucey, Carlton Wynne, Stephen Spinnenweber

In this conversation, Camden Bucey welcomes Matt Adams, Derrick Brite, and Stephen Spinnenweber. They reflect on their experiences at the Twin Lakes Fellowship and discuss the often-neglected Larger Catechism, its practical applications, and the value of humor in theological discussions. 

Registration for the Reformed Forum Conference is now open. We mention the event, highlighting its expansion to accommodate more attendees. 

The panelists discuss the Larger for Life podcast, focusing on its mission to make the Larger Catechism accessible and engaging for listeners. The conversation concludes with insights on future directions for both the podcast and the conference. In this engaging conversation, the participants explore various themes including the future of their band, the importance of catechism, personal projects like book writing and PhD studies, the significance of prison ministry, upcoming conferences, and the role of appearance in ministry. They share insights on how to dress appropriately for ministry and the impact of personal presentation on one’s effectiveness in preaching and teaching.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Welcome
• 03:03 Reflections on Twin Lakes Fellowship
• 05:58 Experiences and Insights from Twin Lakes
• 08:52 The Importance of Fellowship and Connection
• 12:05 Reformed Forum Conference Announcement
• 15:06 Exploring the Larger For Life Podcast
• 17:57 The Larger Catechism: A Deep Dive
• 21:07 Practical Applications of the Larger Catechism
• 23:56 Commentaries and Resources for the Larger Catechism
• 27:01 Humor and Theology in Conversations
• 29:59 Future Directions for the Podcast
• 37:16 The Future of the Band
• 39:24 The Importance of Catechism
• 40:49 Book Writing and Personal Projects
• 41:32 PhD Studies and Theological Contributions
• 43:49 Prison Ministry and Education
• 49:41 Upcoming Conferences and Events
• 51:14 Dressing for Ministry
• 01:01:23 The Role of Appearance in Ministry

Participants: Camden Bucey, Derrick Brite, Matt Adams, Stephen Spinnenweber

In this lively Friday afternoon livestream recorded on January 17, 2025, Camden Bucey and a panel of guests discuss upcoming events, including Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary’s Confessional Conference, themed “The Pastor: His Call, Character, and Work.” The panel includes Pat Daly (Greenville Seminary), Stephen Spinnenweber (Westminster PCA, Jacksonville), Ryan Noha (Reformed Forum), and Carlton Wynne (Westminster PCA, Atlanta; Reformed Theological Seminary, Atlanta).

They preview the conference’s lineup, including talks on pastoral calling, ministry, and the broader applications of confessional theology.

Camden and Ryan highlight upcoming Reformed Forum events in Oklahoma City and California, offering opportunities to engage in robust theological discussions and fellowship.

Stephen shares insights from his current sermon series on the Book of Numbers, uncovering its rich ecclesiological and redemptive themes. The panel also reflects on the challenges of preaching through difficult books and the joy of revealing Christ in all of Scripture.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Live Stream and Panel
• 03:00 Greenville Conference Overview
• 08:07 The Unique Community of the Greenville Conference
• 10:02 Carlton Wynne’s Insights on Pastoral Calling
• 15:54 Exploring the Nature of Pastoral Ministry
• 18:07 Upcoming Events and Future Plans
• 24:56 Fellowship and Worship Opportunities
• 26:45 Upcoming Conferences and Events
• 28:26 Memorable Experiences and Connections
• 30:11 Exploring Historical Figures and Their Impact
• 31:36 Engaging with Contemporary Discussions
• 33:08 Critiques and Insights on Apologetics
• 37:39 Theological Frameworks in Apologetics
• 41:09 Preaching Through Challenging Texts
• 42:00 Insights on the Book of Numbers
• 48:37 Exploring the Book of Numbers
• 50:12 The Impact of Preaching on Congregation
• 51:41 Challenges in Old Testament Preaching
• 54:15 The Aaronic Benediction and Its Significance
• 56:23 Resources for Preaching and Teaching
• 58:17 Introduction to Stephen’s Book
• 01:01:01 Understanding the Law of God
• 01:03:51 The Three Uses of the Law
• 01:06:12 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

Participants: Camden Bucey, Carlton Wynne, Pat Daly, Ryan Noha, Stephen Spinnenweber