

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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May 29, 2023 • 1h 49min
The Theological Interpretation of Scripture Roundtable
Jordan and Garrett host a roundtable on the theological interpretation of Scripture with Dan Treier, Con Campbell, Heath Thomas, and Mark Gignilliat.Resources:1) Reading Scripture Canonically, Mark Gignilliat2) Introducing Theological Interpretation of Scripture, Dan Treier3) A Manifesto for Theological Interpretation, Craig Bartholomew and Heath ThomasFind out more about our exclusive content here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 24, 2023 • 55min
The Fear of the Lord with Michael Allen
Jordan and Jacob talk with Michael Allen about theological method and the doctrine of God. They cover topics like: When we talk of theological method what do we mean? Is there any sense in which there has been a consistent pattern through the history of the church? What does it look like for theology to fear the Lord? Why is theology important for the life of the local church? What is retrieval and what is its promise for theology? And more!Resources:1) The Fear of the Lord, Michael Allen2) The Knowledge of God, Michael Allen3) Reformed Catholicity, Michael Allen and Scott SwainFind out more about our exclusive content here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 17, 2023 • 49min
The Ordinary Means of Grace with Neil Stewart
Jordan talks with Neil Stewart about the ordinary means of grace. They cover topics like: What do we mean by the ordinary means of grace? What are extraordinary means? What are the sacraments and how are they to be used? Should we think of the Word as more fundamental than baptism and the eucharist? How do they fit together? How does this spirituality differ from contemporary spirituality? What are the benefits and why might someone be uncomfortable with this approach? And more!Find out more about the Reformation and Worship conference here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 11, 2023 • 51min
No Jellyfish Here: Baptists and Confessions - Generally Particular Ep. 6
Jake and Jesse return for episode 6.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 10, 2023 • 1h 2min
Knowledge for the Love of God with Tim Pickavance
Jordan and Matt Ntiros talk with Tim Pickavance about his work on knowledge for the love of God. They cover topics like: What is knowledge? How does it differ from belief, intuition, faith, etc.? What are the various kinds of knowledge and how do they relate? Why does philosophical knowledge matter for me and my children and other people in Jesus's church? Does Jesus really care about knowledge? And more!Resources:1) Knowledge for the Love of God, Tim Pickavance2) Metaphysics, Tim Pickavance and Rob KoonsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 5, 2023 • 56min
The Hanover House - Changing Churches, Eschatology, and Application in Preaching
Jordan and Morgan talk about a range of subjects on changing churches, eschatology, and preaching and application.Subscribe to gain access to all of our exclusive content here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 3, 2023 • 47min
The Millenium with Tom Schreiner
Jordan and Hunter talk with Tom Schreiner about the millennium and Revelation 20. They cover topics like: What do we mean when we speak of the millennium? What are the various views on Revelation 20? What are the common pitfalls when interpreting books like Revelation? How should the rest of the canon function in developing a sound interpretation of Revelation 20? Do any OT prophetic texts foreshadow Revelation 20 and not just Revelation 21-22? Why should pastors think and study about the millenium? What about the average Christian? And more!Resources:1) The Puritan Hope, Iain Murray2) The Bible and the Future, Anthony HoekemaSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 26, 2023 • 42min
Idealism with Jim Spiegel
Jordan talks with Jim Spiegel about idealism. They cover topics like: What is idealism and who are some figures in the Christian tradition that have been either idealists or friendly to it? What is Berkeleyan idealism and how does it differ from idealism in general? Why has there been a surge in idealism? In what sense is an immaterialist account consistent with theological doctrines like incarnation and resurrection? Is idealism consistent with the ecumenical creeds or most protestant confessions?Resources:1) jimspiegel.com2) Idealism and Christian Theology3) Idealism and Christian PhilosophySupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 19, 2023 • 1h 3min
Jacob Arminius and Soteriology with Tom McCall and Keith Stanglin
Jordan and Hunter talk with Tom McCall and Keith Stanglin about Arminius and soteriology. They cover topics like : What is Arminius's position with respect to the infamous 'facientibus quod in se est' statement? Is Arminius a 'syngergist'? (And, of course: What is 'synergism' anyway?) Given Arminius's statements, is he rightly considered a 'Semi-Pelagian'? Should we think of Arminius as Reformed? How similar is his soteriological system to what we think of as Reformed today? Resources:1) Jacob Arminius: Theologian of Grace, Tom McCall and Keith Stanglin2) After Arminius: A Historical Introduction to Arminian Theology, Tom McCall and Keith Stanglin3) Center for Christian Studies4) Trinity, Christology, and the Theological Interpretation of Scripture with Tom McCall5) Book Review: Arminius and the Reformed Tradition, Tom McCallSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 12, 2023 • 48min
Reformed Epistemology and Classical Theism with Tyler McNabb
Jordan and Hunter talk with Tyler McNabb about reformed epistemology, classical theism, and aliens. They cover topis like: What is Reformed epistemology? How does it differ from other approaches? Is the Reformed Calvinistic? How does reformed epistemology differ specifically from something like scott oliphints "covenantal epistemology"? Is Reformed epistemology plausible outside our western context? What is classical theism? How does it compare or contrast with Buddhist thought? Can a buddhist be a classical theist? What are the main buddhist objections to classical theism? Do these map onto more modern western objections? And more!Resources:1) Religious Epistemology, Tyler McBabb 2) Classical Theism and Buddhism, Tyler McNabb 3) Eastern Philosophy, Victoria Harrison4) Engaging Buddhism, Jay GarfieldSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy