Gaudiumetspes22 podcast Thomas Harmon discusses his new book on St. Augustine with Larry Chapp
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Dec 18, 2024 
Thomas Harmon, a theology professor at the University of St. Thomas and contributor to Word on Fire, dives deep into St. Augustine's profound theology. He discusses the nuances of Augustine's views on universal salvation and baptism, revealing how they challenge common misconceptions. Harmon contrasts Augustine's vision of divine love versus self-love and explores the complexities of sin and grace in the context of church membership. The conversation also emphasizes the relevance of Augustine's thoughts for contemporary societal challenges.
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Universal Way of Salvation
- Augustine's "universal way of salvation" responds to Porphyry's pagan alternative to Christianity.
- Porphyry argued that paganism, through theurgy, offered salvation for all, though controlled by elites.
Augustine's Critique of Porphyry
- Augustine critiques Porphyry's system for dividing people.
- He argues Christ unites humanity, healing divisions of nature and society in one act.
Incarnation as Key
- Augustine doesn't deny varying human abilities, but Christianity offers a universal path.
- This is achieved through Jesus, who heals disparities in a single person.
