

The London Lyceum
Jordan Steffaniak and Brandon Ayscue
The London Lyceum seeks to encourage serious thinking for a serious church by creating an intellectual culture of charity, curiosity, and critical thinking. Find out more about us at our website: www.thelondonlyceum.com
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Oct 11, 2023 • 47min
Divine Simplicity and Modal Collapse with Daniel Pedersen
Jordan talks with Daniel Pedersen about divine simplicity and the supposed problem of modal collapse. They cover topics like: What is the problem of modal collapse? What is the distinction between hypothetical and absolute necessity? Do such accounts of necessity entail fatalism? What accounts of freedom are in the background to this discussion? What is the necessity of compulsion or immutability? And more!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 4, 2023 • 54min
Mere Social Trinitarianism with Andrew Hollingsworth
Jordan talks with Andrew Hollingsworth about social trinitarianism. They cover topics like: What is social trinitarianism? What is a mere social trinitarianism? What are the most common and most problematic accounts? What are the eternal relations of origin? And more!Resources:1) Mere Social Trinitarianism, Andrew Hollingsworth2) Analytic Christology and the Theological Interpretation of the New Testament, Tom McCallSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 29, 2023 • 43min
Baptist Buffet - Generally Particular Ep. 16
Jake and Jesse return and discuss a range of topics, including Jake's terrible coffee takes.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 27, 2023 • 52min
Anselm and the Atonement with David Mahfood
Jordan talks with David Mahfood about Anselm and the atonement and covers a wide range of topics like: What is the most common way to think of the atonement today? Does Anselm fit this paradigm? Why would anyone think the incarnation and the cross are necessary for redemption? What is unique about Anselm here? How does Aquinas on the atonement compare to Anselm? Does the necessity of atonement minimize God's freedom and the gratuity of grace? Why must there be satisfaction for sin? Why couldn’t God overlook sin? What does friendship have to do with atonement? And more!Resources:1) Aquinas on Friendship, Daniel SchwartzSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Sep 20, 2023 • 56min
Rethinking the Atonement with David Moffitt
Join Dr. David Moffitt and Jordan in a deep dive on atonement, looking beyond the cross to include resurrection, ascension, offering, and exaltation. Explore Hebrews' view of atonement, Isaiah 53, Jesus's relation to Moses, and the concept of sacred space in the tabernacle. Delve into theological nuances and biblical connections, challenging traditional perspectives on Jesus's death.

Sep 13, 2023 • 1h 1min
Arminian Baptists with David Lytle, Charles Cook, and Jesse Owens
Jordan talks with David Lytle, Charles Cook, and Jesse Owens about Arminian Baptists. They cover topics like: What is the general/free will baptist tradition? When did it begin? Was it co-extensive with calvinist streams? When did the general and free will terms begin to be applied and used? What does Arminianism mean? Do all general and free will baptists think the same? And more.Resources:1) Arminian Baptists, Edited by David Lytle and Charles Cook2) 40 Questions about Arminianism, Matt PinsonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 6, 2023 • 49min
Scripture as the Word of God with Tim Ward
Jordan talks with Tim Ward about the Bible. They cover topics like: What is the Protestant view of Scripture and how does it differ from other approaches? Is it possible to pay too much attention to the Bible and end up missing God in the process? What does the Trinity have to do with Scripture? What are the key attributes of Scripture? Should we call it inerrant? What does sola scriptura mean? Do we need resources outside of the Bible? And more!Resources:1) Words of Life, Tim Ward2) The Shape of Sola Scriptura, Keith MathisonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 5, 2023 • 28min
Should You Get a Theology PhD? - Kiffin's Keep Ep. 25
Jordan discusses PhDs, especially theology ones. What are they? Should you pursue a PhD? Should Pastor's pursue a PhD? And if you do pursue one, how can you do it well?Resources:1) Are Some PhDs a Bad Idea?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aug 30, 2023 • 58min
The Theology of Disability with Aaron Davis
Jordan and Nate talk with Aaron Davis about disability theology. They cover topics like: What is the theology of disability? Have people always researched this? What is a disability? Why is it important for theology to bring its own research agenda and voice to the discussion? If the consummation is supposed to set all things right, why would we think disabilities would remain? How can further research on disability from a theological perspective aid the church? What ways can the church be more hospitable? And more!Resources:1) Aaronbdavis.com2) The Disabled God, Nancy Eiesland3) Disability Theology, Deborah Beth Creamer4) The Medical Model with a Human Face, Justis Koon5) Disabilities Challenge to Theology, Devan StahlSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Aug 23, 2023 • 57min
Thomas Traherne and Christian Ethics with Colin Redemer
Jordan talks with Colin Redemer about the life and thought of Thomas Traherne.Resources:1) The Shining Human Creature, Thomas TraherneSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy