The Theology Pugcast

Have you ever wanted to ask the Pugcast a question? Today Glenn, Tom, and Chris respond to questions from supporters of the Pugcast on Patreon. The conversation covers a great span of matters--tune in and find out if they discuss something you've wondered about! And if you'd like them to answer one of your questions you can join their Patreon and ask! Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Contact Private Family Banking at banking@privatefamilybanking.com For a free e-book entitled "How to Build Multi-Generational Wealth Outside of Wall Street and Avoid the Coming Banking Meltdown" go to https://protectyourmoneynow.net/ To set up a FREE 30-Minute Consultation, use the link below: https://calendly.com/familybankingnow/30min Check out the Got a Minute? Podcast with Rich Lusk and Larson Hicks: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fswVZmNEfSXA1JLZzgPhj

The hosts discuss how Cluster B personality disorders dominate society and shape culture. They explore emotional manipulation and the importance of investing in reality. Being authentic and cleaning up institutions are also discussed. Striving for excellence and the complicated symbolism of a photograph are explored. Manipulative individuals and the need for genuine community are examined. The hosts express gratitude and ways to support the show.

Today the Pugcast is live at Evangelical Reformed Church in Tacoma, Washington and Chris and Glenn are joined by Dr. John West of the Discovery Institute. Together they discuss the strange and disconcerting tendency of evangelical intellectuals to prefer the company and approval of secular elites to fellow Christians. Tune in and learn about Christian Stockholm Syndrome! Connect with the Discovery Institute: https://www.discovery.org/ Contact Private Family Banking at banking@privatefamilybanking.com For a free e-book entitled "How to Build Multi-Generational Wealth Outside of Wall Street and Avoid the Coming Banking Meltdown" go to https://protectyourmoneynow.net/ To set up a FREE 30-Minute Consultation, use the link below: https://calendly.com/familybankingnow/30min Check out the Got a Minute? Podcast with Rich Lusk and Larson Hicks: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fswVZmNEfSXA1JLZzgPhj Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8

Register for the conference: https://trinityreformedkirk.com/tentmaking/ The Apostle Paul was not only the best-educated apostle, and one of the most influential intellectuals in the history of the world, he was a tradesman. He made tents for a living. It was the perfect trade for a man on the road.  In 1 Corinthians 9 he made the case for making a living from the gospel, yet he didn’t take advantage of his right to do so. He even said, “But I have made no use of (my) rights, nor am I writing these things to you to secure any such provision. For I would rather die than have anyone deprive me of my ground for boasting.” (1 Cor. 9:15) Could you say that? Would you like to be able to?  Because Paul was able to support himself financially he enjoyed the sort of freedom that many pastors today can only dream of. But not all pastors. There are a few who even today enjoy the sort of freedom Paul boasted of. And they’ve done it while seeing their ministries actually prosper because of it. Would you like to learn how? Join us, October 17th in Huntsville, Alabama to hear more.

Today the Pugs reflect on a short essay by Patrick Deneen published in the Post-Liberal Substack, entitled, In Defense of Order. In the essay Deneen reflects on a book, originally published in 1974 by Russell Kirk, The Roots of American Order. The call to order is hardly heard today over the cacophony of voices praising, and demanding liberty. Yet according to classical thinkers, liberty without order ultimately leads to tyranny. And more and more that seems to be the case in our time. Join the Pugs today as they ruminate on the nature of ordered liberty. In Defense of Order - Part 1, by Patrick J. Deneen: https://www.postliberalorder.com/p/in-defense-of-order-part-1?fbclid=IwAR182VsBMRYAgHaTk1PB5_G_FAsUuPo8GeDvoZjnQmdwVD1tc2jIKLQ2gGI Contact Private Family Banking Partners (The Pugcast’s first sponsor!) at www.protectyourmoneynow.net and download a free copy of their latest e-book entitled "Protect Your Money Now!  How to Build Multi-Generational Wealth Outside of Wall Street and Avoid the Coming Banking Meltdown" or email them directly at Banking@privatefamilybanking.com To set up a free 30 Minute Consultation, click the link below to make an appointment for a day and time the works best for you: https://calendly.com/familybankingnow/30min Register for The Apostle Paul’s School For Tentmaking Conference on October 17, 2023:https://trinityreformedkirk.com/tentmaking/ Check out the Got a Minute? Podcast with Rich Lusk and Larson Hicks: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fswVZmNEfSXA1JLZzgPhj Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8

Register for the conference: https://trinityreformedkirk.com/tentmaking/ The Apostle Paul was not only the best-educated apostle, and one of the most influential intellectuals in the history of the world, he was a tradesman. He made tents for a living. It was the perfect trade for a man on the road.  In 1 Corinthians 9 he made the case for making a living from the gospel, yet he didn’t take advantage of his right to do so. He even said, “But I have made no use of (my) rights, nor am I writing these things to you to secure any such provision. For I would rather die than have anyone deprive me of my ground for boasting.” (1 Cor. 9:15) Could you say that? Would you like to be able to?  Because Paul was able to support himself financially he enjoyed the sort of freedom that many pastors today can only dream of. But not all pastors. There are a few who even today enjoy the sort of freedom Paul boasted of. And they’ve done it while seeing their ministries actually prosper because of it. Would you like to learn how? Join us, October 17th in Huntsville, Alabama to hear more.

The podcast delves into bridging the gap between STEM and humanities through the concept of beauty. Topics include the synergy between STEM fields and philosophy, the historical connections between mathematics and philosophy, the mysteries of quantum physics, the relationship between music, math, and physics, elegance in scientific progress, and the limits of human understanding in quantum mechanics.

Just how deep a dive is possible when it comes to Tolkien and metaphysics? About as deep as Thomas Aquinas goes, according the New Saint Andrews Fellow, Jonathan McIntosh. In this free ranging discussion the Pugs dive into the creation story of the Silmarillion, the nature of power and language, G. K. Chesterton, and dozens of other things. Tolkien nerds will now be able to nerd out in a whole new way! Order The Flame Imperishable: Tolkien, St. Thomas, and the Metaphysics of Faerie: https://a.co/d/ivZ1YJO Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Check out The Good Life Podcast with Matt Carpenter: https://mattcarpenter.podbean.com/

Douglas Wilson, expert on all things Chesterton and Reformed, discusses the relationship between Chesterton and Calvinism, the attitude of freedom among early Protestants and Puritans, salvation by grace, the value of reading old books and appreciating differing theological views, the detachment of a word-centered faith, and reflections on writing styles and the apologetic value of beauty.

Dr. Joshua Mitchell, a political philosopher at Georgetown University, joins the Pugs to discuss identity politics and its connection to Christianity. They explore the impact of identity politics on society, address issues of guilt and atonement, and emphasize the importance of face-to-face relationships. The chapter also discusses the threat of identity politics, the need to empower intact families and mediating institutions in the black community, and the long-term consequences of turning away from generative practices. Finally, they delve into the brokenness of human history and how the gospel provides a solution.