Truth Unites

Gavin Ortlund
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Mar 29, 2023 • 58min

Answering Questions From My Patrons

Here I answer 10 questions from my patrons. Become a patron here: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai. SUPPORT: Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites One time donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://gavinortlund.com/
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Mar 29, 2023 • 53min

Apologetics, The Deity of Christ, and Protestantism (with Jeremiah Short)

In this video I chat with Jeremiah Short about the needs of Christian apologetics, the deity of Christ, and Protestantism. Check out Jeremiah's YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@TheBlackDoctor21 Check out Jeremiah's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackdoctor21?_t=8aoXHsqdRJW&_r=1 Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai. SUPPORT: Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites One time donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://gavinortlund.com/
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Mar 20, 2023 • 43min

Would Augustine Embrace Evolution?

Augustine, a theologian, would probably embrace some form of evolution if he were alive today. The podcast discusses the concept of theological triage and the controversy surrounding creation issues. It explores Augustine's potential acceptance of evolution, his perspective on Genesis interpretation, and his view on science and humility.
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Mar 17, 2023 • 59min

Did Satan's Fall Corrupt Nature?

This podcast explores the concept of angelic fall theodicy and its relevance in understanding natural evil. It delves into the relationship between stars and angels, the challenges of pre-human natural evil, and different perspectives on natural evil. The podcast also discusses angelic faulty odyssey in J.R.R. Tolkien's Silmarillion, the counterintuitive nature of young earth creationism, the physical impact of Satan and demons on the world, and the Christian imagination and the enchantment of the stars.
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Mar 17, 2023 • 8min

Which Denomination Should You Choose?

If you are convinced of Protestantism, how do you go about deciding which Protestant denomination to join? Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai. SUPPORT: Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites One time donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://gavinortlund.com/
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Mar 13, 2023 • 27min

What is Sola Scriptura? Response to the Catechumen

Here I respond to the critique from @thecatechumen of my case for sola Scriptura in a recent debate. See his video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GY2V4KGUi0k Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai. SUPPORT: Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites One time donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://gavinortlund.com/
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Mar 9, 2023 • 1h 9min

Sola Scriptura Debate Review (with Josh Schooping and Sean Luke)

In this video Josh, Sean, and Gavin reflect on Gavin's debate on sola Scriptura with Trent Horn hosted by Pints with Aquinas on March 2, 2023. Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai. SUPPORT: Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites One time donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://gavinortlund.com/
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Feb 18, 2023 • 35min

Revival at Asbury? A Theological Reflection

Here I share my thoughts about revival, responding to the recent events happening at Asbury University.    See Jonathan Edwards' work on revival: https://www.amazon.com/Distinguishing-Marks-Spirit-Vintage-Puritan-ebook/dp/B017KSC9JY/truthunites-20 Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai. SUPPORT: Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites One time donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://gavinortlund.com/
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Feb 18, 2023 • 52min

How Secularism Borrows From Christianity (with Glen Scrivener)

Glen Scrivener is an ordained Anglican who writes, speaks, and makes media to equip the church and reach beyond it.    Check out his book, The Air We Breathe: https://www.amazon.com/Air-We-Breathe-Kindness-Christian/dp/1784987492/truthunites-20  Check out the ministry he serves, Speak Life: https://speaklife.org.uk/  Speak Life on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/speaklifemedia Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai. SUPPORT: Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites One time donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://gavinortlund.com/
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Feb 18, 2023 • 41min

The BEST and WORST Responses to my Icons Video

In this video I work through the best and worst responses to my video on venerating icons, identifying 5 arguments we need to leave behind, and then 3 we need to keep exploring. Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai. SUPPORT: Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites One time donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/truthunites FOLLOW: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://gavinortlund.com/

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