The Remnant Radio's Podcast Cessationism EXPLAINED With Dr. Thomas Schreiner
Apr 12, 2021
Dr. Thomas R. Schreiner, a leading Southern Baptist theologian and author, dives deep into cessationism, detailing his academic journey and the shift from continuationism to skepticism about New Testament prophecy. He explores the common ground between cessationists and continuationists, advocating for respectful dialogue. Key topics include the distinct roles of historical and modern prophetic gifts, the foundation laid by apostles, and the criteria for judging prophetic utterances. Schreiner emphasizes a charitable stance in discussing spiritual gifts, aiming for unity despite diverse views.
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Schreiner's Formation Story
- Thomas Schreiner recounts his teaching career across seminaries and a long pastoral stint which shaped his views on gifts.
- He describes personal interactions with charismatic friends like John Piper and Wayne Grudem that influenced his thinking.
The 'Gateway' Books And Friends
- Schreiner describes reading Wayne Grudem's dissertation and Carson's Showing the Spirit as turning points toward continuationism earlier in life.
- He explains how friendships and conferences familiarized him with careful continuationist arguments.
Burden Of Proof On Prophecy Differences
- Schreiner says the burden of proof lies on those who claim New Testament prophecy differs from Old Testament prophecy.
- He argues judging prophets only by their utterances, not their person, still means prophecy must be assessed for truth.
