Theology in Particular

Episode 51 of Theology In Particular is the last in a six-part series on the doctrine of baptism. In this episode, we offer a friendly critique of the reformed paedobaptist position.

James Renihan, historian specializing in church history, discusses the historical perspective of baptism and challenges the claim that Baptists are out of step with church history. The episode explores the dominance of infant baptism, the historical shift to believers' baptism, essential books on the topic, and the cost of books and historical evidence supporting credobaptist position.

Episode 49 of Theology In Particular is the fourth in a six-part series on the doctrine of baptism. In this episode, consider baptism in light of covenant theology.

Episode 48 of Theology In Particular is the third in a six-part series on the doctrine of baptism. In this episode, Dr. James Renihan presents the Old Testament background to the New Covenant ordinance of baptism. 

Dr. James Renihan argues from the New Testament that baptism should be applied only to those who make a credible profession of faith. Topics include the New Testament's teachings on believer's baptism, the Jewish background of baptism, the availability of books on believer's baptism, contrasting perspectives on the children of believers, the meaning of holiness in 1 Corinthians 7:14, and the appropriate age for baptism.

Dr. James Renihan discusses believer's baptism, arguing that only those who make a credible profession of faith should receive the sacrament. The podcast also covers different views on baptism, the pronunciation of 'Paedobaptist,' tolerance among reformed Baptists, and the importance of believer's baptism.

Episode 45 is the sixth in a series of six on the doctrines of grace. Here I speak with Dr. James Renihan about the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints.

Episode 44 is the fifth in a series of six on the doctrines of grace. Here I speak with Dr. James Renihan about the doctrine of effectual calling.

Episode 43 is the fourth in a series of six on the doctrines of grace. Here I speak with Dr. James Renihan about the doctrine of particular redemption, or limited atonement.

Episode 42 is the third in a series of six on the doctrines of grace. Here I speak with Dr. James Renihan about unconditional election. This is a controversial doctrine, but one that is clearly taught in scripture. Pastors must teach this doctrine with care. We hope this episode helps in some way.