Heidelcast: The Comfort of the Covenant (1)—Who Was Caspar Olevianus?

Aug 25, 2024

In this engaging discussion, Caspar Olevianus—a prominent German Reformer and covenant theology expert—delves into his own groundbreaking work, 'A Firm Foundation,' and its connections to the Heidelberg Catechism. He explores the essential role of covenant theology in understanding the gospel. Olevianus reflects on his life's tumultuous journey during the Reformation and addresses misconceptions about his and Zacharias Ursinus's views on Christ's active obedience, shedding light on their enduring impact on Protestant thought.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Introducing the Comfort of the Covenant Series and Caspar Olevianus

01:30 • 3min

Exploring Caspar Olevianus and 'A Firm Foundation'

04:33 • 2min

Exploring Caspar Olevianus and the Significance of Covenant Theology

06:58 • 5min

The Life and Legacy of Caspar Olevianus

11:56 • 18min

Exploring Theological Misconceptions: Olevianus and Ursinus

29:58 • 3min

The Turbulent Journey of Caspar Olevianus

32:31 • 28min

In this episode Dr Clark kicks off the new series, "The Comfort of the Covenant." This series will show us the value of having a good covenant theology in order to help us understand the history of redemption correctly and well. And, more particularly, to help understand the gospel and how the gospel relates to the covenant of grace.

Dr. Clark begins the series by introducing Casper Olevianus (1536-1587), a German Reformer and author of, "A Firm Foundation: An Aid to Interpreting the Heidelberg Catechism," in which comfort is a major theme.

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