

Truth Unites
Gavin Ortlund
Truth Unites promotes gospel assurance through theological depth.
Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Church.
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Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Church.
Support:
https://truthunites.org/donate/
https://www.patreon.com/truthunites
Episodes
Mentioned books

Dec 6, 2023 • 21min
How "Is Genesis History?" Harms Christian Witness
In this video Gavin Ortlund shares three concerns about the film, "Is
Genesis History?" and its case for young-earth creationism.
My interview with Jack Collins:
https://youtu.be/c5s7v0PlMho?si=kJ0vpIJ4cYKpYHkx
Jack Collins' book:
https://www.amazon.com/Reading-Genesis-Well-Navigating-History/dp/0310598575
Jack Collins/Al Moher debate:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGETfOQgNI4
Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth.
Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.
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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites
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Website: https://truthunites.org/

Dec 4, 2023 • 15min
Is Private Judgment a Problem for Protestantism?
Exploring the challenge of private judgment in choosing a church, the podcast discusses the complexities of navigating different denominations and evaluating confessional documents. It also delves into the importance of doctrinal standards, the church's authority in interpreting scripture, and the differences in interpreting scripture between Protestant and Roman Catholic perspectives.

Dec 1, 2023 • 29min
Is Religion Bad For Society?
Gavin Ortlund responds to the debate between Ben Shapiro and Alex O'Connor on whether religion is good or bad for society.
See the debate here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yspPYcJHI3k
Tom Holland's Dominion: https://www.amazon.com/Dominion-Christian-Revolution-Remade-World/dp/0465093507
Glen Scrivener's The Air We Breathe: https://www.amazon.com/Air-We-Breathe-Kindness-Christian/dp/1784987492/
My video on Gregory of Nyssa on slavery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jytXSTLLYEk
My article on creation in the image of God: https://www.etsjets.org/files/JETS-PDFs/57/57-4/JETS_57-4_673-88_Ortlund.pdf
Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth.
Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.
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/

Nov 29, 2023 • 1h 24min
Atheist and Christian Dialogue on Divine Hiddenness (Justin Schieber and Gavin Ortlund)
Gavin Ortlund and Justin Schieber discuss the problem of divine hiddenness, exploring the nature of divine love, the concept of divine hiddenness and personal relationships with God, non-resistant non-belief, the nature of divine love, the uniqueness of the relationship with God, the ultimate goal of a Christian perspective, and the importance of humility in discussions.

Nov 27, 2023 • 32min
How to Overcome Intellectual Anxiety
In this video I draw lessons from Soren Kierkegaard for how to overcome intellectual anxiety.
Thoughts on Reading Kierkegaard: https://truthunites.org/2008/06/09/thoughts-on-reading-kierkegaard/
Was Kierkegaard an Irrationalist?: https://truthunites.org/2008/01/18/was-kierkegaard-an-irrationalist/
Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth.
Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.
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/

Nov 22, 2023 • 34min
Was the Early Church Infallible? No, That's Not How it Works
Joshua Charles debates post-apostolic church infallibility in the early church, challenging views of Clement, Ignatius, and Irenaeus. Topics explore early church hierarchy evolution, nuances of infallibility vs. indefectability, bishop roles in Christianity, apostolic succession, and fallibility under Scripture.

Nov 19, 2023 • 33min
Do Baptists Believe in Real Presence in the Eucharist?
In this video I define "real presence," and argue it is the
predominating historic Baptist view of the Eucharist. I also distinguish it from transubstantiation and discuss where it is present.
Nadya Williams' Cultural Christians In the Early Church:
https://www.amazon.com/Cultural-Christians-Early-Church-Introduction/dp/0310147816/
Michael Haykin book:
https://www.amazon.com/Amidst-Our-Beloved-Stands-Recovering/dp/1683595858/
Thomas Watson, The Lord's Supper:
https://www.amazon.com/Lords-Supper-Puritan-Paperbacks/dp/0851518540/
Richard Barcellos, The Lord's Supper As a Means of Grace:
https://www.amazon.com/Lords-Supper-Means-Grace-Memory/dp/1781912688/
Stanley Fowler, More Than a Symbol:
https://www.amazon.com/More-than-Symbol-Baptismal-Sacramentalism/dp/1597527335/
Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth.
Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.
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/

Nov 15, 2023 • 1h 19min
Where Do Catholics and Protestants Agree? With Erick Ybarra
Erick Ybarra, a theological depth supporter, and Gavin Ortlund discuss areas of agreement between Catholics and Protestants on atonement, creation, classical theism, and responding to secularism. They explore various theories of atonement, the significance of the transfiguration, divine simplicity in classic theism, and how to respond to the growing secularization of society. They also touch on the influence of instant gratification and skepticism, as well as the importance of partnering together to re-Christianize Western culture while respecting disagreements.

Nov 12, 2023 • 14min
Did C.S. Lewis Abandon Apologetics After the Anscombe Debate?
C.S. Lewis, author and apologist, addresses the myth that he abandoned apologetics after his debate with Elizabeth Anscombe. The podcast explores how Lewis continued his apologetics and revised his arguments in response to Anscombe's criticisms. It also discusses Lewis's academic work at Oxford and his intentional use of a humble writing style.

Nov 9, 2023 • 28min
Does Fulfilled Prophecy Prove Christianity?
Gavin Ortlund, senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai, discusses fulfilled prophecy in the Bible as a compelling argument for the truth of Christianity. The podcast explores the power and significance of fulfilled prophecies, the distinctiveness of Christian Scripture, the development of Messianic hope, and the evidence supporting Christianity based on fulfilled prophecies.