Theocast

Many of us have spent our Christian lives chasing after experiences. We live in pursuit of spiritual highs and that "first-time feeling." There is something different and better. Jon and Justin talk about what that is. Members Podcast: The guys talk about pietistic, emotionally-based preaching, as well as the armor of God and the Lord's Table. Our Free eBook: Theocast.org/Primer FOLLOW Theocast:http://theocast.orghttps://twitter.com/theocast_orghttps://www.facebook.com/Theocast.orghttps://www.instagram.com/theocast_org

What is Christian liberty? Is it about more than alcohol, dancing, and music? What is the weaker brother? What is it that governs the exercise of our freedoms? Jon and Justin consider these questions. Members Podcast: Jon and Justin talk about how to go about setting people free who have been in a heavy-handed church context. FOLLOW Theocast:http://theocast.orghttps://twitter.com/theocast_orghttps://www.facebook.com/Theocast.orghttps://www.instagram.com/theocast_org

What is the purpose of your sanctification? Who is it for? (Hint: It's not for you.) We survey a number of passages from the New Testament to demonstrate the point of our growth in Christ. Members' Podcast: Jon and Justin talk about how freeing it is to realize your sanctification isn't for you. Recommended Resources:Dazed and Confused: Hebrews 12:1-14 and Holiness

Where does all bad theology come from? From our perspective, it comes from a loss of the church's one foundation--that is, Jesus Christ and his work counted to us by faith alone. Members Podcast: Jon and Justin deal with common objections to "faith alone" and "Christ alone." FOLLOW Theocast:http://theocast.orghttps://twitter.com/theocast_orghttps://www.facebook.com/Theocast.orghttps://www.instagram.com/theocast_org

Should you regularly be questioning your salvation? What about self-examination? When and how should you do that? The guys answer these questions and consider several passages of Scripture that speak to these issues. Members' Podcast: The guys pointedly answer the question posed by John Piper's article, "How often should you question your salvation?" Link to Article FOLLOW Theocast:http://theocast.orghttps://twitter.com/theocast_orghttps://www.facebook.com/Theocast.orghttps://www.instagram.com/theocast_org

There are a number of things discussed in the church as though they are part of the gospel--things like faith, repentance, obedience, and surrendering all to Jesus. But are these things the gospel? The guys have that conversation. Members' Podcast: The guys have a pastoral conversation about how the gospel isn't about us at all. Recommended Resources:"Faith vs Faithfulness: A Primer on Rest""Safe in Christ: A Primer on Assurance"Episode: Law/GospelEpisode: Assurance"The Whole Christ" by Sinclair Ferguson

Jon and Justin discuss an article entitled, “4 Ways Bad Biblical Theology Warps Sermons.” Is Christ-centered, redemptive-historical preaching dangerous? Is it unhelpful? Does it produce bad things in the church? The guys talk about this—and more. Members' Podcast: Jon and Justin talk about the concerns that might be underneath an article like the one discussed in today's episode.

At Theocast, we talk a lot about pietism. What is it? What is the difference in piety and pietism? How does pietism affect us? Is there something better? If you find yourself struggling in the Christian life, is there something wrong with you? The guys answer these questions and more. Members Podcast Description: The guys give advice to those who are stuck in a pietistic context.

2020 has been a difficult year. (Understatement.) Jon and Justin reflect on what they have learned, as well as the faithfulness of God. Members Podcast: The guys continue reflecting on 2020 and the faithfulness of God. Read Episode Transcripts

We had the joy of recording with Chad Bird, Daniel Emery Price, and Erick Sorensen of the 1517.org ministry for a special Christmas podcast. Why is the incarnation of Jesus important? How does it bring us hope, joy, and peace? We hope this conversation is uplifting and encouraging.