RTS Washington Faculty Podcast

Episode 29 Dr. James Eglinton joins us to discuss his recent book on Herman Bavinck. Though sometimes presented as a "Jekyll and Hyde" figure (the modern Bavinck and the orthodox Bavinck), Eglinton argues that Bavinck was a comprehensive, organic, and wholistic thinker, integrating the Christian worldview into every area of life. We touch on politics, education, anthropology, and his relationship with Vos and Kuyper. Show notes: Eglinton, Bavinck: A Critical Biography, https://www.amazon.com/Bavinck-Critical-Biography-James-Eglinton/dp/1540961354/ Bavinck, Christian Wordlview, https://www.amazon.com/Christian-Worldview-Herman-Bavinck/dp/1433563193/ Bavinck, Reformed Dogmatics, https://www.amazon.com/Reformed-Dogmatics-Set-Herman-Bavinck/dp/0801035767/

Episode 28 This week we welcome international speaker and celebrated author (and podcaster) Nancy Guthrie to the show. Nancy talks with us about the importance of Biblical Theology for understanding the Scriptures: all of the Scripture is practical because "it causes us to adore Christ." Other topics include: how women can use their seminary education and how pastors can treat women in their church as theological colleagues. Show notes: www.nancyguthrie.com Help Me Teach the Bible Podcast. https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/podcasts/help-me-teach-the-bible/ God Does His Best with Empty. https://www.amazon.com/God-Does-Best-Work-Empty/dp/1496439694 Clowney, The Unfolding Mystery. https://www.amazon.com/Unfolding-Mystery-Second-Discovering-Testament/dp/1596388927 Wright, Knowing Christ Through The Old Testament. https://www.amazon.com/Knowing-Jesus-Through-Old-Testament/dp/0830816933 Goldsworthy, The Goldsworthy Trilogy. https://www.amazon.com/Goldsworthy-Trilogy-Gospel-Kingdom-Revelation/dp/1842270362 DeRouchie, 40 Questions about Biblical Theology. https://www.amazon.com/40-Questions-About-Biblical-Theology/dp/0825445604

Author and pastor, Danny Olinger, discusses the life and work of Geerhardus Vos, a renowned biblical theologian. They explore Vos's relationships, his passion for long walks, and the contributions of his wife and daughter. The podcast highlights Vos's significant influence on theology, his interest in connecting biblical and systematic theology, and his enduring legacy in the field.

Episode 26 Many of us have and continue to worship virtually during this difficult season, which raises the question: why did we ever worship together in the first place? Is it merely a matter of convenience? A relic of a pre-internet era? This week we discuss the importance of embodied corporate worship. Why does God want us to meet together, and how can we begin to return to that vision safely post-Covid?

Episode 25 Julius Kim, the new President of The Gospel Coalition (TGC) joins us for a wide ranging discussion about ministry in a digital age. After a discussion of the unique work of TGC, we address pastoral burnout, race and division in the US, the role of seminary education, and the nature of pastoral leadership. Show notes: The New President of TGC: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/unlikely-pilgrimage-tgc-new-president-julius-kim/ Kim, Preaching the Whole Counsel of God, https://www.amazon.com/Preaching-Whole-Counsel-God-Gospel-Centered/dp/0310519632/ Sande, The Peacemaker, https://www.amazon.com/Peacemaker-Biblical-Resolving-Personal-Conflict/dp/0801064856/

Episode 24 Paul tells Timothy to entrust "what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses" to "faithful men who will be able to teach others also" (2 Tim. 2:2). In this episode we discuss our "philosophy of teaching." Why do we teach the way we do, and what have we learned over the years? What makes for effective education in the church and the seminary? Show Notes: Adler, How to Read a Book, https://www.amazon.com/How-Read-Book-Classic-Intelligent/dp/0671212095/ Reinke, Lit!, https://www.amazon.com/Lit-Christian-Guide-Reading-Books/dp/1433522268/ Webster, The Culture of Theology, https://www.amazon.com/Culture-Theology-John-Webster/dp/1540960803/ Keller, Preaching, https://www.amazon.com/Preaching-Communicating-Faith-Age-Skepticism/dp/0143108719/

Episode 23 How should Christians use the authority and influence that they have received from God? Should Christians seek power, and if they have it how should they steward it? This week we discuss how the cross transforms the way we think about the nature of power and authority, whether locally, pastorally, or politically.

Episode 22 Dr. Mike Allen, Professor of Systematic Theology and Academic Dean at RTS Orlando, joins us to discuss the Theological Interpretation of Scripture (TIS), an increasingly influential approach to reading and exegeting the Bible. Topics include ministering to the whole person, Mike's upcoming Ephesians commentary, and tools for the theologian's toolkit. Show notes: Allen, Ephesians. https://www.amazon.com/Ephesians-Brazos-Theological-Commentary-Bible/dp/1587430967 Barclay, Paul and the Gift. https://www.amazon.com/Paul-Gift-John-M-Barclay/dp/0802875327/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=barclay+the+gift&qid=1597773317&sr=8-2 Reno, Sanctified Vision, https://www.amazon.com/Sanctified-Vision-Introduction-Christian-Interpretation/dp/0801880882/ IVP, Ancient Christian Commentary, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075V9S2DN Treier, Introducing Theological Interpretation of Scripture, https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Theological-Interpretation-Scripture-Recovering/dp/0801031788 Christian Classics Ethereal Library, https://www.ccel.org

Episode 21 This week we welcome George Harinck to the podcast to discuss the legacy of Abraham Kuyper. What was his theological program all about, and in what respect does his work continue in neocalvinism?

Episode 20 We often talk about rest as if it is a necessary evil, a failure of will, a problem to overcome. The Bible speaks very differently about rest. It is a reward, a victory, a celebration, and an act of faith. Join us as we discuss the need to rest and explore best practices for its pursuit, especially in pastoral ministry.