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Theology for the Church
The Order of God's Decrees: Lapsarian Views with Richard Phillips
Mar 3, 2025
In this discussion, Richard Phillips, senior minister of Second Presbyterian Church, shares insights from his journey of faith shaped by military and family influences. He explores the complexities of God's decrees, diving into lapsarian views like superlapsarianism and infralapsarianism. The conversation also navigates divine sovereignty, the significance of the fall, and the intricate relationship between predestination and free will. Phillips invites listeners to deepen their understanding of God's justice and grace through theological exploration.
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- Dr. Richard Phillips shares his transformative journey from a military background to embracing faith through significant experiences with Christ.
- The podcast explores lapsarian views, notably superlapsarianism and infralapsarianism, highlighting their implications on understanding divine sovereignty and grace.
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The Journey to Faith
Dr. Richard Phillips shares his remarkable journey to faith, beginning with his upbringing as a third-generation army tank officer in a military family with a liberal Protestant background. His mother's encouragement led him to explore his faith while attending graduate school at the University of Pennsylvania. After a series of providential events, including a memorable church experience that highlighted the redemptive power of Christ, Phillips surrendered his life to Jesus Christ. This transformative experience redirected his future toward ministry, ultimately leading him to teach at West Point and pursue a career in gospel ministry.
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