

Simply Put
Ligonier Ministries
Have you ever wished that someone would explain theology in a way that doesn’t require a degree or a dictionary? Maybe you’ve listened to a sermon and it seemed like the pastor was speaking another language. Or perhaps you’ve thought that the notes in your study Bible could use a commentary of their own. From imputation to justification, theophany to theodicy, keeping all these concepts straight can be a challenge for any believer. This is a short podcast about long words. Every week, Barry Cooper sheds light on a different biblical or theological term, using helpful illustrations to apply it to your life. Listen to this week’s episode to expand your understanding and deepen your faith, one word at a time.
Episodes
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May 30, 2023 • 6min
87. Apocrypha
Why do the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches have more books in their Old Testaments than we do? In this episode, Barry Cooper looks at the history behind these books and considers what role they should serve in the Christian life. Read the transcript: https://simplyputpodcast.com/apocrypha/

May 23, 2023 • 7min
86. Limited Atonement
How could the perfect atonement won for us by Christ ever be considered "limited?" In this episode, Barry Cooper unpacks the precious meaning of a much-misunderstood phrase. Read the transcript: https://simplyputpodcast.com/limited-atonement-simply-put/

May 16, 2023 • 7min
85. The Offices of Christ
Jesus Christ is the ultimate Prophet, the Great High Priest, and the King of kings. In this episode, Barry Cooper examines how these three key roles are revealed throughout Scripture and perfectly fulfilled by the Son of God. Read the transcript: https://simplyputpodcast.com/offices-of-christ/

May 9, 2023 • 6min
84. Adiaphora
How should we make choices on matters that are neither commanded nor forbidden by Scripture? In this episode, Barry Cooper considers how Christians should exercise the freedom that God has given us. Read the transcript: https://simplyputpodcast.com/adiaphora/

May 2, 2023 • 6min
83. Hesed
To love others as we should, we first need to understand how deeply and irrevocably God loves His people. In this episode, Barry Cooper explains a Hebrew word that should profoundly affect our view of the Lord. Read the transcript: https://simplyputpodcast.com/hesed/

Apr 25, 2023 • 5min
82. Gnosticism
How should Christians think about their bodies? In this episode, Barry Cooper examines an ancient philosophy that continues to lead people into wrong ideas about the physical world. Read the transcript: https://simplyputpodcast.com/gnosticism/

Apr 18, 2023 • 5min
81. The Teleological Argument
Has our planet been finely crafted to sustain life, or does it merely appear that way? In this episode, Barry Cooper examines a classic, logical argument for God's existence. Read the transcript: https://simplyputpodcast.com/the-teleological-argument/