

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
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May 25, 2023 • 58min
The Best Case for Jesus' Resurrection with Mike Licona
In this video I interview Mike Licona about arguments for the resurrection of Jesus. Mike is one of the world's leading scholars on this topic.
See Mike's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@MikeLiconaOfficial
Get Mike's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Resurrection-Jesus-New-Historiographical-Approach/dp/0830827196/truthunites-20
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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May 25, 2023 • 8min
Why Believe in Real Presence in the Eucharist?
Explore the belief in the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist, including the historical Baptist view. Dive into the evolution of this belief throughout church history and its significance in the purpose of the Eucharist. Discover different theological perspectives on the Eucharist as a sacrifice and the importance of reviving a rich theology among evangelicals.

May 20, 2023 • 6min
Tim Keller's Powerful Parting Words
In this video I reflect on Tim Keller's legacy, and the urgent need to continue in the gospel work he committed his life to.
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/

May 16, 2023 • 25min
Response to George Farmer and Allie Beth Stuckey on Catholicism Vs. Protestantism
George Farmer and Allie Beth Stuckey discuss Protestant and Roman Catholic differences. The podcast covers misunderstandings of Protestantism, Protestantism as a return to the early church, the changes in the Roman Catholic Church, debates on authority and salvation, and the fallibility of fourth-century councils in settling the issue of canon in the Roman Catholic Church.

May 16, 2023 • 28min
Defending My Views on the Canon and Icons
In this video I respond to Suan Sonna on icons and Trent Horn on the canon of Scripture, two key issues in Roman Catholic and Protestant dialogue.
Read Cyril of Jerusalem on the canon here: https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/310104.htm
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/

May 3, 2023 • 1h 1min
Mainline Denominations and Church Unity? With Redeemed Zoomer
In this video I talk with Redeemed Zoomer about the unity of the church, especially as it relates to the mainline Protestant denominations.
Check out his channel: https://www.youtube.com/@redeemedzoomer6053
Check out Stephen Charnock's The Existence and Attributes of God: https://www.crossway.org/books/the-existence-and-attributes-of-god-premiumhc/
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/

Apr 30, 2023 • 16min
Dennis Prager is Wrong About Porn
In this video I offer three reasons why Dennis Prager is wrong about pornography, following his recent dialogue with Matt Fradd.
See my article on Fighting Porn by F.A.I.T.H.: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/fighting-porn-by-f-a-i-t-h/
See information about link between porn and sex trafficking: https://fightthenewdrug.org/by-the-numbers-porn-sex-trafficking-connected/
Jonathan Haidt's book, The Righteous Mind: https://www.amazon.com/Righteous-Mind-Divided-Politics-Religion/dp/0307455777/truthunites-20
Matt Fradd's book, The Porn Myth: https://www.amazon.com/Porn-Myth-Exposing-Reality-Pornography/dp/162164006X/truthunites-20
My Dad's book, The Death of Porn: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Porn-Integrity-Building-Nobility/dp/1433576694/truthunites-20
See the original discussion between Matt Fradd and Dennis Prager here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xp8UaU7PboM
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/

Apr 30, 2023 • 28min
Is Papal Infallibility in the 1st Millennium? Response to Erick Ybarra
In this video I respond to Erick Ybarra on Suan Sonna's channel about whether papal infallibility is in the first millennium of church history. See their video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVH_j22lkrA
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/

Apr 30, 2023 • 6min
Why I'm a Baptist
The podcast discusses the reasons for identifying as a Baptist, including Credo Baptism, congregational church government, and the separation of church and state. It also explores the role of individual Christians in political activism and the distinct call of the church, emphasizing the different approach of the kingdom of God compared to worldly kingdoms.

Apr 18, 2023 • 12min
Does Pope Leo I Validate Vatican 1?
Does the pontificate of Leo the Great in the fifth century validate the Roman Catholic Church's claims about papal supremacy? In this video, interacting with my friend Erick Ybarra, I highlight what must be reviewed to answer this question. Check out Erick's interview on the excellent channel Gospel Simplicity: https://youtu.be/G39_Jf2PYnM
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/