
Richard Lucas
Pastor of Teaching and Reaching at First Baptist Jacksonville. Holds a PhD from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and discusses God’s covenant with creation from a progressive covenantalist perspective.
Top 3 podcasts with Richard Lucas
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Apr 2, 2025 • 1h 8min
How Will “All Israel” Be Saved? | Richard Lucas on Romans 11:26
Richard Lucas, Pastor at First Baptist Church and a New Testament scholar, dives deep into the theological intricacies of Romans 11:26. He explores what Paul means by "All Israel will be saved," contemplating interpretations from the salvation of ethnic Jews to the concept of spiritual Israel. The discussion navigates the implications for both Jews and Gentiles, shedding light on divine mercy and the broader narrative of God's salvation plan. Lucas encourages thoughtful engagement with these ideas, highlighting their relevance in today’s faith community.

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Apr 5, 2024 • 1h 25min
Comparing 1689 Federalism and Progressive Covenantalism with Richard Lucas
The podcast delves into the comparison between Baptist covenant theologies: 1689 Federalism and Progressive Covenantalism. Topics include the historical origins, theological distinctiveness, Covenant of Works, interpreting the Decalogue for ethics, harmonizing theological differences in church fellowship, and key resources on Baptist covenantal theology.

Jul 14, 2025 • 1h
The Creation Covenant with Richard Lucas
Richard Lucas, Pastor of Teaching and Reaching at First Baptist Jacksonville and a PhD holder, dives deep into God’s covenant with creation. He contrasts progressive covenantalism with dispensationalism, emphasizing how creation serves as a foundation for biblical understanding. The discussion highlights Adam's significant role within these covenants and the theological implications of the Covenant of Works. Lucas also explores how covenant relationships shape our understanding of salvation history, culminating in Christ's redemptive promise.