Jordan talks with Garrett Walden about eternal justification, exploring its historical context, theological implications, and its association with hyper-Calvinism and antinomianism. Garrett shares his background and interest in John Gill's theology, discussing the distinctions between virtual and actual justification, and the importance of understanding imminent and transient acts in the context of justification. The conversation also touches on the risks of normalizing eternal justification in contemporary discussions and the historical debates surrounding the doctrine.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Eternal Justification01:44 Garrett Walden's Background and Interest07:25 Understanding Hyper-Calvinism12:01 Defining Hyper-Calvinism and Its Implications14:30 Antinomianism: A Related Concept16:06 The Association of Hyper-Calvinism with Baptists17:48 Exploring Eternal Justification19:34 Virtual vs. Actual Justification23:06 The Distinction Between Imminent and Transient Acts27:01 Gill vs. Turretin on Justification29:26 The Risks of Normalizing Eternal Justification39:11 The Historical Context of Justification Discussions43:13 Personal Reflections on the Doctrine of JustificationSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan talks with Glenn Butner delve about economics, theology, and moral formation. They explore the nature of markets, the theological implications of economic systems, and how incentives can influence moral behavior. The conversation also touches on the fact-value distinction in economics, the role of common grace in market systems, the influence of institutions and social norms, the ongoing injustices present in economic interactionsm, and more!Resources:1) Work Out Your Salvation: A Theology of Markets and Moral Formation, Glenn Butner2) Business for the Common Good: A Christian Vision for the MarketplaceChapters00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast04:59 Understanding Markets: Definitions and Dynamics12:03 Theological Perspectives on Markets and Moral Formation18:01 Behavioral Economics: The Impact of Incentives on Morality23:05 Fact-Value Distinction in Economics: A Philosophical Inquiry26:19 The Role of Theology in Economics28:03 Understanding Common Grace and Markets30:40 Influence of Institutions and Social Norms35:21 Addressing Injustice in Market Systems40:37 Moral Obligations in Economic Systems44:09 The Intersection of Theology and EconomicsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan talks with Dr. Ronni Kurtz about his book 'Light Unapproachable: Divine Incomprehensibility in the Task of Theology.' They explore the concept of divine incomprehensibility, its implications for theology, and the historical context surrounding the doctrine. The conversation delves into the relationship between incomprehensibility and accommodation, the significance of theological figures like Pseudo-Dionysius, the importance of epistemic humility in understanding God, the distinction between dogmatic and systematic theology, the implications of language in theological discourse, and more!Resources:1) Light Unapproachable: Divine Incomprehensibility and the Task of Theology, Ronni Kurtz2) No Shadow of Turning: Divine Immutability and the Economy of Redemption, Ronni Kurtz3) Fruitful Theology: How the Life of the Mind Leads to the Life of the Soul, Ronni KurtzChapters00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast01:52 Exploring Divine Incomprehensibility03:54 Motivation Behind the Book06:00 Understanding Incomprehensibility10:10 The Relationship Between Incomprehensibility and Accommodation13:03 Theological Antiquity and Incomprehensibility17:07 The Importance of Pseudo-Dionysius20:24 Implications of Incomprehensibility22:32 Understanding God's Incomprehensibility24:09 Dogmatic Theology vs. Systematic Theology26:29 The Role of Language in Theology36:24 Theological Posture and Humility40:46 Reflections and Future ProjectsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan talks with Zach Williams about the life and theological contributions of Abraham Booth, an 18th-century English Baptist. They explore Booth's doctrine of sanctification, his historical context, and the rise of antinomianism, discussing its implications on the understanding of justification and holiness in the Christian life.Resources:1) The First Counsellor of Our Denomination, Michael Haykin2) A Messenger of Grace: A Study of the Life & Thought of Abraham Booth, Raymond Arthur CoppengerChapters00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast22:15 The Doctrine of Sanctification and Antinomianism29:33 The Complexity of Justification and Holiness39:03 The Role of Law in Sanctification46:13 Booth's Place in the Reformed TraditionSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan talks with Elisabeth Kincaid about her new book, 'The Law from Below,' which explores the legal theories of Francisco Suarez. They cover topics like how Christians can engage with law, the concept of law from below, the role of women in political life, the influences of Augustine and Aquinas on Suarez's thought, the differences of Richard Hooker and John Locke, the appeal of power in contemporary politics, and more!Resources:1) Law from Below: How the Thought of Francisco Suárez, SJ, Can Renew Contemporary Legal Engagement, Elisabeth KincaidChapters00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast01:31 Meet Dr. Elisabeth Kincaid05:08 Understanding Francisco Suarez's Legal Theories09:01 Law from Below: A New Perspective13:53 The Role of Women in Political Life17:41 Influences of Augustine and Aquinas21:12 Contrasting Suarez with Hooker and Locke24:29 The Appeal of Power in Contemporary Politics28:29 The Dialectic of Power and Custom32:02 The Importance of Historical Context in Law36:05 The Institute for Faith and Learning at BaylorFor more information on our reading groups visit our website.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan talks with Nadya Williams about her new book on children and mothers. They cover topics like whether our culture is really hostile to mothers, if there is a built-in disdain for motherhood, why many reflections on children and motherhood come from secular frameworks and push children out of view, what messages expecting mothers encounter when they go to a typical doctor's office for prenatal care, and why our culture "commodifies" children.Resources:1) Mothers, Children, and the Body Politic: Ancient Christianity and the Recovery of Human Dignity, Nadya Williams2) Brave New World, Aldous Huxley3) Hannah's Children: The Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth, Catherine PakalukFor more information on our reading groups visit our website.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode Jordan talks with Abigail Favale about her book 'Genesis of Gender.' They discuss topics like Christian feminism, the significance of origin stories, the implications of language in understanding gender, the evolution of feminism through its waves, the challenges of contemporary gender paradigms, the importance of maintaining a Christian perspective in feminist discourse, the impact of contraception on societal norms, the distinctions between sex and gender, and the misconceptions surrounding intersex conditions.Resources:1) The Genesis of Gender, Abigail Favale2) Into the Deep: An Unlikely Catholic Conversion, Abigail FavaleChapters00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast01:24 Introducing Dr. Abigail Favale and Her Book02:45 Understanding Christian Feminism04:59 The Importance of Origin Stories06:43 Language and Its Relation to Genesis09:10 The Shift in Pronoun Usage11:25 Navigating Workplace Pronoun Policies15:10 Contrasting Gender Paradigms18:10 A Brief History of Feminism21:36 The Brand Problem of Feminism24:27 Exploring Gender Roles and Identity30:27 The Impact of Contraception on Society37:49 Understanding Sex and Gender Distinctions41:58 Clarifying Intersex Conditions and MisconceptionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode Jordan talks with Derek King about his upcoming book, 'Faith Without Belief.' They explore the nature of faith, belief, and doubt, pastoral approaches to those experiencing doubt, why we doubt, if faith is blind, and more.Resources:1) Faith without Belief, Derek KingChapters00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast01:48 Exploring Derek King's New Book03:32 The Story of Ben: A Case Study in Doubt06:08 Understanding Faith and Belief09:02 The Nature of Doubt in Modern Faith13:33 The Concept of Blind Faith15:25 Faith as Allegiance vs. Acceptance17:14 The Man with Unbelief: A Biblical Perspective19:42 Defining Non-Belief in Christianity22:50 Pastoral Approaches to Doubt25:42 The Role of Commitment in Faith27:47 Saving Faith: What Does It Mean?30:14 The Intersection of Sin and Belief32:19 Ecclesiology and the Nature of Belief34:38 Faith with Belief: A Collective ConfessionFor more information on our reading groups visit our website.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan and Simon Burton discuss the world of Ramism and its implications for the Reformation and early modern philosophy. They explore the historical context of Ramism, its philosophical underpinnings, the decline narratives surrounding Protestantism, the complexities of Scotism, the eclectic nature of Reformed theology, and more!Resources:1) Ramism and the Reformation of Method: The Franciscan Legacy in Early Modernity, Simon Burton2) The Hallowing of Logic: The Trinitarian Method of Richard Baxter's Methodus Theologiae, Simon BurtonChapters (chapters are ~1 minute off)00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast01:00 Exploring Ramism and Its Historical Context03:23 Understanding Ramism: A New Methodology09:10 The Significance of Ramism in Reformed Thought11:03 Christian Philosophy and Its Role in Ramism14:13 The Relationship Between Ramism and Franciscan Thought17:27 Decline Narratives in Protestantism20:31 Scotism and Its Complexities25:29 Reformed Engagement with Scotism29:32 Eclecticism in Reformed Theology31:38 Mathematics as a Path to Understanding the Divine34:42 Ramism's Influence on Federal Theology37:28 Universal Reform and Its Impact41:07 Future Research Directions and Closing ThoughtsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hunter and Leland interview Shawn and Coleman about their new book on the care of souls. They cover topics like the significance of contemplation in the spiritual life, the nature of true retrieval, the importance of classical theology, how moral integrity shapes pastoral work, the integration of spirituality and theology, and more.Resources:1) Ancient Wisdom for the Care of Souls: Learning the Art of Pastoral Ministry from the Church Fathers, Coleman Ford and Shawn WilhiteSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy