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.
Latest episodes
Sep 28, 2022 • 36min
Ep. 87 - Dealing with Discouragement
There is a lot to be discouraged by these days. Politics, pain, disease, sin, issues in your family, issues in the church, and the list could go on! Join Pat and Mike as they talk about some strategies that will assist you in dealing with discouragment in your life.
Sep 21, 2022 • 31min
Ep. 86 - The State of Theology
This week, Mike and Pat briefly discuss some of the findings in The State of Theology survey from Ligonier Ministries. You can find the full results of the survey here (https://thestateoftheology.com).
Sep 14, 2022 • 25min
Ep. 85 - The Pactum Salutis
In this quick moving episode, Mike and Pat talk about their top ten reasons that the covenant of redemption matters.
Sep 7, 2022 • 46min
Ep. 84 - Roulette with No Compromise
Pat is joined by Mike Abendroth this week to talk about some books that can be found in the NoCo library. Mike Abendroth is is the Senior Pastor of Bethlehem Bible Church in West Boylston, MA and host of No Compromise Radio.
Aug 31, 2022 • 39min
Ep. 83 - Questioning the Covenant of Works
Is salvation by works? Is the Covenant of Works gracious? What is mono-covenantalism? Mike asks Pat these questions and more as they continue discussing the Covenant of Works.
Aug 24, 2022 • 40min
Ep. 82 - Covenant of Works Litmus 2
Join in as Pat and Mike wrap up thier discussion on the covenant of works, one of their most favorite doctrines to talk about.
Aug 17, 2022 • 34min
Ep. 81 - Covenant of Works Litmus
This episode begins a two part look at the covenant of works. Join in as Pat and Mike talk about one of their most favorite doctrines to talk about.
Aug 10, 2022 • 34min
Ep. 80 - Expository Warning
Expository preaching. What exactly is it and should it be THE test to determine if a church is teaching sound doctrine? Join Pat and Mike for a discussion and warning about expository preaching.
Aug 3, 2022 • 34min
Ep. 79 - What About Aquinas?
Who was Thomas Aquinas? Why does he matter and what should we make of him? Pat and Mike talk about these questions and more in this week's episode. Resources mentioned in this episode: - Thomas Aquinas (part 1) by R.C. Sproul - Thomas Aquinas (part 2) by R.C. Sproul - Should We Read Thomas Aquinas by Keith Mathison - Was Thomas Aquinas the Most Brilliant Theologian Ever? by R.C. Sproul - Aquinas Among the Protestants 1st Edition by Svensson and VanDrunen - Introduction to Reformed Scholasticism by Willem J. Van Asselt
Jul 27, 2022 • 36min
Ep. 78 - Poolside Pactum
Pat and Mike spend time answering live questions from members of the Pactumverse at the Ligonier Regional Conference in Escondido, CA. They talk about topics ranging from Law/Gospel, treasuing Christ, Calvin and Luther, The Lord's Supper, and more.
