The Pactum
The Pactum
Theological Discussion for Christ's Church
The Pactum is shorthand for the Latin Pactum Salutis. The Pactum Salutis is the trinitarian covenant made before the foundation of the world spoken of in texts such as Ephesians 1 and John 17. It is also known as the covenant of redemption. According to the pactum salutis, the triune God who works all things after the counsel of His will commits to save elect sinners. Since the pactum salutis is the basis for all of God's work in human history, we find The Pactum a fitting banner for our conversations of all things theological.
The Pactum is shorthand for the Latin Pactum Salutis. The Pactum Salutis is the trinitarian covenant made before the foundation of the world spoken of in texts such as Ephesians 1 and John 17. It is also known as the covenant of redemption. According to the pactum salutis, the triune God who works all things after the counsel of His will commits to save elect sinners. Since the pactum salutis is the basis for all of God's work in human history, we find The Pactum a fitting banner for our conversations of all things theological.
Episodes
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Dec 31, 2025 • 43min
Ep. 247 - Heartbreak
Life is filled with heartbreak because of bad theology, infidelity, family fights, church conflicts, loss of loved ones, cancer, and on and on and on the list could go. The heartbreak is diverse and plentiful! On this episode, Pat and Mike talk about how to handle heartbreak with some guidelines that may prove helpful.
Dec 24, 2025 • 46min
Ep. 246 - Noah and the Gospel
This episode comes from the Sunday sermon at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Michael Beck preaches on Noah and the Gospel.
Dec 17, 2025 • 57min
Ep. 245 - Sharpening Your Preaching Skills
This episode comes from the third pre-conference session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Mike Abendroth speaks on sharpening your preaching skills.
Dec 10, 2025 • 49min
Ep. 244 - Reforming Pastoral Counseling
This episode comes from the second pre-conference session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Pat Abendroth interviews Chris Peterson about pastoral counseling.
Dec 3, 2025 • 55min
Ep. 243 - Biblical Theology and Preaching
This episode comes from the first pre-conference session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Michael Beck speaks on biblical theology and preaching.
Nov 26, 2025 • 49min
Ep. 242 - Pactum Conference Q&A
Listen in to this Q&A session from the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel.
Nov 19, 2025 • 45min
Ep. 241 - Repentance and the Gospel
This episode comes from the sixth session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Harrison Perkins speaks on repentance and the gospel.
Nov 12, 2025 • 45min
Ep. 240 - Sanctification and the Gospel
Mike Abendroth, a pastor and conference speaker, dives into the vital relationship between sanctification and the gospel. He argues that many misunderstand sanctification, disconnecting it from the gospel’s core. Highlighting the monergistic nature of this process, he emphasizes it as God's work. Mike stresses the importance of union with Christ for overcoming sin and living a holy life, and he cautions against merely offering practical tips—urging the sharing of gospel truths to inspire transformation. He wraps up by encouraging faith-filled efforts in the pursuit of holiness.
Nov 5, 2025 • 43min
Ep. 239 - Glorification and the Gospel
This episode comes from the fourth session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Michael Beck speaks on glorification and the gospel.
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Oct 29, 2025 • 42min
Ep. 238 - Justification and the Gospel
Harrison Perkins, a pastoral theologian and conference speaker, dives deep into the intersection of Christ's kingship and justification. He discusses why understanding Jesus as a king is essential for grasping the gospel. Perkins critiques common misinterpretations by unbelievers and addresses trends that attempt to separate justification from the core of the gospel. He emphasizes that justification by faith not only offers personal salvation but also establishes believers' heavenly citizenship, ultimately making the gospel a profoundly good news.
