Truth Unites

A deep dive into personal reflections on faith and doubt, exploring the roots of deconversion in American Evangelical Christianity, challenging traditional views of God as unknowable, discussing the limits of religious perspectives, and examining virtues across belief systems.

Exploring Anselm's ontological argument for God's existence, comparing God to a greatest possible being and a hypothetical island. Delving into Kant's views on existence as a predicate and the significance of existence as a great-making quality. Unpacking objections and nuances of deriving God's existence from abstract concepts and contemplating the emotional depth of hierarchy and greatness.

Two individuals discuss the journey from atheism to agnosticism, arguments for the existence of God and Christianity. Topics include the moral argument, fine-tuning argument, psychophysical harmony, eternal love as evidence for theism, and the trilemma argument for Christ's resurrection.

In this video Gavin Ortlund preaches a sermon on I Kings 19 about how God's perspective enables us to overcome discouragement.  Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://truthunites.org/

In this video I discuss whether the mode of Christ's presence in the Eucharist can be compared to the nature of the incarnation. See Dr. Arcadi's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Incarnational-Eucharist-Current-Issues-Theology-ebook/dp/B07B7LXBN8/ See George Hunsinger's The Eucharist and Ecumenism here: https://www.amazon.com/Eucharist-Ecumenism-Current-Issues-Theology/dp/0521719178/ Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://truthunites.org/

This podcast explores the concept of 'fullness of the faith' in Eastern Orthodoxy, the historical development of the doctrine of no salvation outside the church, the theological framework of Eastern Orthodox Christianity, the different perspectives on the one true Church, and concerns about exclusivity claims and reassurance of salvation.

In this video Gavin Ortlund reflects on how disagreement in the church is happening right now, stemming from responses to Alistair Begg's recent comments about attending a gay wedding ceremony. Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://truthunites.org/

Explore the challenges of wilderness seasons and how they can lead to growth and purpose. Discover how God’s provision shows up in unexpected ways, inspired by biblical stories of Elijah and a widow. Reflect on the perseverance of notable figures like Winston Churchill, highlighting that enduring trials prepares us for bigger destinies. The conversation encourages trust in divine faithfulness, suggesting that hardships are not just obstacles but opportunities for deeper spiritual development.

Gavin Ortlund, President of Truth Unites, discusses the local flood view. They address misconceptions, interpret the flood story, and debate different theories. They explore the credibility of Christians, arrogance, and ignorance, and discuss the interpretation of passages related to the flood.

I give three reasons in five minutes why the doctrine of the Trinity is in the New Testament. Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://truthunites.org/