Just and Sinner Podcast

A Defense of the Real Presence of Christ

7 snips
Jun 2, 2025
Engage in a lively exploration of theological debates sparked by a Harvard conversation between an Ethiopian Orthodox Christian and an evangelical apologist. Dive into the complexities surrounding sacraments like Holy Communion, as various perspectives clash. Learn about the historical significance of baptism and the Eucharist while pondering the deeper implications of Jesus' figurative language. Reflect on themes of remembrance in the Lord's Supper and the transformative power of these sacred acts in the journey of faith.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
ANECDOTE

Dr. Cooper's Connection to Cliff

  • Dr. Jordan Cooper relates knowing Cliff from local public access shows in the 90s.
  • This experience shows the typical apologetics style Cliff and Stuart employ with college students.
ADVICE

Admit Ignorance to Build Credibility

  • Admit when you don't know something instead of answering ignorantly.
  • Saying "I don't know" builds credibility and avoids undermining all your points.
INSIGHT

Paul Affirms Real Presence Holistically

  • Paul's discussion in 1 Corinthians affirms participation in Christ's body and blood.
  • Cherry-picking verses ignores the holistic biblical and contextual argument for real presence.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app