Theology in Particular

In episode 90 of Theology In Particular I’m joined by Dr. James Renihan to discuss a little phrase found in chapter 29 paragraph 4 of our confession: “Immersion, or dipping of the person in water, is necessary to the due administration of this ordinance.” The question is, what is meant by “due”. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

This discussion features Dr. James Dolezal, a visiting theology professor at IRBS, who delves into the intriguing realm of angelology. He highlights the divine order of unfallen angels and their essential roles as ministers and worshipers. Dolezal also critiques the cultural phenomenon of 'angel mania,' warning against distractions from God's providence. The conversation further examines angels' involvement in spiritual warfare and pastoral ministry, emphasizing the need to keep Christ at the center of their purpose.

In episode 88 of Theology In Particular, Dr. Samuel Renihan returns to tell the story of the decline of the doctrine of the descent in Reformed theology.   Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org Recommended Resources: Book: Crux, Mors, Inferi: A Primer and Reader on Christ's Descent, by Samuel Renihan Book: "He Descended to the Dead": An Evangelical Theology of Holy Saturday, by Matthew Emerson  Book: The Battle for the Keys: Revelation 1:18 and Christ's Descent into the Underworld, by Justin Bass Article: He Descended Into Hell, by Charles Hill Article: Descendit: Delete or Declare? A Defence Against The Neo-Deletionists, by Jeffery L. Hamm  

In episode 87 of Theology In Particular, Dr. Samuel Renihan makes a case from Scripture for the recovery of the doctrine of the descent of Christ into Hades (or Sheol).  Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org Recommended Resources:  Book: Crux, Mors, Inferi: A Primer and Reader on Christ's Descent, by Samuel Renihan Book: "He Descended to the Dead": An Evangelical Theology of Holy Saturday, by Matthew Emerson  Book: The Battle for the Keys: Revelation 1:18 and Christ's Descent into the Underworld, by Justin Bass

In episode 86 of Theology In Particular, Dr. Richard Barcellos walks us through the Second London Confession of Faith (7.2, 7.3, 8.6, and 20.1) demonstrating that it posits the Messianic interpretation of Genesis 3:15.  Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 85 of Theology In Particular, Dr. Richard Barcellos walks us through some key Old and New Testament texts to demonstrate that Genesis 3:15 is to be interpreted as a promise concerning the Messiah. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 84 of Theology In Particular, I continue my conversation with Dr. Richard Barcellos about the first announcement of the gospel as recorded in Genesis 3:15. Here we begin to look at the evidence for the Messianic interpretation.  Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 83 of Theology In Particular, I continue my conversation with Dr. Richard Barcellos concerning Genesis 3:15. We continue to ask the question, is it about the Messiah?, as we  consider the text in its immediate, book, authorial, testamental, and canonical context. We see this as an important and impactful topic. Lord willing, this will be the second in a series of five episodes. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbssseminary.org

In episode 82 of Theology In Particular, I speak with Dr. Richard Barcellos about Genesis 3:15. Is it about the Messiah? In other words, is it in fact the first proclamation of the gospel? We believe it is. Our confession says so.  We see this as an important and impactful topic. Lord willing, this will be the first in a series of five episodes, therefore.  Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 81 of Theology In Particular, Professor Ryan Davidson and I chat about anxiety. What is anxiety? Is it always sinful?  What makes it sinful? What are the solutions? I really enjoyed this conversation and I hope it is encouraging to you in some way.  Ryan Davidson serves as Pastor of Grace Baptist Chapel in Hampton, VA, and Adjunct Professor of Pastoral Theology at IRBS.   Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org   Recommended Resources:  Thinking Through Anxiety, J. Ryan Davidson Running Scared: Fear, Worry, and the God of Rest, Edward T. Welch The Happy Christian: Ten Ways to Be a Joyful Believer in a Gloomy World, David Murray