Just and Sinner Podcast

Exploring the Flacian controversy and the Formula of Concord, focusing on debates over sin and human nature. Discussing original sin as an inherited defect, redemption in 'Star Wars' and Christianity, and the philosophical terminology used in the Lutheran confessions.

Exploring God's glory in Lutheran and Reformed theology, delving into divine attributes like love and wrath. Jesus' selfless nature and the importance of glorifying God without introspection. Embracing forgiveness joyfully and understanding atonement theories and Trinitarian relationships. The battle against corruption and the Christian struggle with sin and perfection.

This is the fifth in a series of lectures on the solas of the Reformation. I discuss the Christocentric character of Lutheran theology.

The podcast explores the semi-Pelagian controversy and Council of Orange, connecting it to the Lutheran Reformation. Key topics include Augustine's influence, original sin, the debate on salvation by grace alone, and the condemnation of Pelagianism. The evolution of Prosper of Aquitaine's theology and the relationship between grace alone and universal grace are also discussed.

This is the third of my talks on the five solas of the Reformation. In this talk, I discuss my transition from the Reformed to the Lutheran church and some differences between these two branches of the Protestant Reformation.

The podcast discusses challenges to Sola Scriptura and ecclesiastical authority, exploring the criticisms and contrasting viewpoints on tradition and scripture interpretation. It delves into historical contexts, like the early church and theological disputes, and examines the division of authority between scripture and tradition before the Reformation. Additionally, it explores the absence of scriptural and traditional support for same-sex marriage and the impact on division and unity in Protestantism and Roman Catholicism.

Exploring the historical roots of modern rights concepts, contrasting perspectives on the state of nature and rights by Hobbes and Locke, analyzing the shift in government legitimacy from divine right to social contract theory, delving into debates on future generations' obligations, and discussing conflicts in defining and prioritizing rights in modern society.

Exploring the origins and interpretations of the Solas of the Reformation, tracing historical contexts and nuances. Delving into the evolution of justification from Augustine to Luther, contrasting medieval views on salvation and sins. Highlighting Luther's theology on righteousness and perspectives on justification and faith across different churches. Examining justifying faith through examples of Abraham and Augustine, emphasizing deeper insights beyond terminology.

Exploring the Lutheran perspective on forgiveness at conversion versus ongoing repentance. Delving into Luther's view on salvation through baptism. Emphasizing the ongoing nature of justification in Christianity. Linking forgiveness of sins with sacraments like the Lord's Supper. Exploring the power of absolution in continuous forgiveness. Highlighting the intertwining of forgiveness and justification in Christianity.

Exploring Luther's doctrine of two kinds of righteousness, the podcast delves into the evolution of 20th-century Lutheran thought on sanctification and the balance between antinomianism and legalism. The discussion expands to explore the implications of passive and active righteousness in theological debates, human relationships, and obedience in the Christian life.