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Kenwood Institute
The Kenwood Institute exists to strengthen Christ’s church, a pillar and buttress of the truth, by promoting and defending the whole counsel of God’s Word in the Reformed and Baptist traditions.
We accomplish our mission by training faithful pastors and church members (Kenwood Hall), providing resources to believers (KenwoodInstitute.org), and networking like-minded pastors and churches (Kenwood Network).
We accomplish our mission by training faithful pastors and church members (Kenwood Hall), providing resources to believers (KenwoodInstitute.org), and networking like-minded pastors and churches (Kenwood Network).
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Jan 30, 2026 • 43min
Reformed Theology | Session 3: What is Reformed Theology? | Dr. Kyle Claunch
Dr. Kyle Claunch, professor of systematic theology and seminary elder, gives a clear, concise introduction to Reformed theology. He distinguishes it from mere five-point summaries. He situates Reformed thought within catholic and Protestant traditions, explains classical theism, sola Scriptura, justification, monergism, and how Baptist convictions fit inside the Reformed circle.

Jan 27, 2026 • 59min
A Biblical Theology of Romans - Session 11
A Biblical Theology of Romans is a Kenwood Hall Anchor Class taught during the Spring 2025 term by Dr. James M. Hamilton Jr., Dr. Colin Smothers, and Dr. Thomas J. Sculthorpe.
“This epistle is really the chief part of the New Testament, and is truly the purest gospel. It is worthy not only that every Christian should know it word for word, by heart, but also that he should occupy himself with it every day, as the daily bread of the soul.” - Martin Luther

Jan 26, 2026 • 43min
Reformed Theology | Session 2: The Nature of Theological Language | Dr. Kyle Claunch
Dr. Kyle Claunch, professor of systematic theology and elder at Kenwood Baptist Church, explains how language about God must be analogical because of his transcendence. He contrasts divine presence and incomprehensibility, explores creator–creature distinction, and teases how the Word made flesh affects non-analogical speech. Expect clear distinctions between figurative, anthropomorphic, and proper theological language.

Jan 23, 2026 • 42min
Reformed Theology | Session 1: The Incomprehensibility of God | Dr. Kyle Claunch
Dr. Kyle Claunch, professor of systematic theology and elder at Kenwood Baptist Church, teaches Reformed Theology. He opens with Moses at the burning bush and explores Yahweh’s self-existence. He defines incomprehensibility: God can be truly known yet not exhaustively known. He contrasts extremes, discusses intimate covenantal knowing, and draws biblical proofs without losing reverent worship.

Jan 22, 2026 • 1h 45min
Episode 5: How Should Christians Think About Israel?
In this episode of the Kenwood Institute Podcast, Institute director Tom Sculthorpe has a conversation with Jim Hamilton and Kenwood Network pastor Dallas Goebel of Memorial Baptist Church in Bowling Green, Kentucky. In it they discuss Israel, Iran, foreign policy, and how Christians ought to think about these matters.
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Jan 20, 2026 • 1h 9min
A Biblical Theology of Romans - Session 10
A Biblical Theology of Romans is a Kenwood Hall Anchor Class taught during the Spring 2025 term by Dr. James M. Hamilton Jr., Dr. Colin Smothers, and Dr. Thomas J. Sculthorpe.
“This epistle is really the chief part of the New Testament, and is truly the purest gospel. It is worthy not only that every Christian should know it word for word, by heart, but also that he should occupy himself with it every day, as the daily bread of the soul.” - Martin Luther

Jan 14, 2026 • 1h 12min
A Biblical Theology of Romans - Session 9
A Biblical Theology of Romans is a Kenwood Hall Anchor Class taught during the Spring 2025 term by Dr. James M. Hamilton Jr., Dr. Colin Smothers, and Dr. Thomas J. Sculthorpe.
“This epistle is really the chief part of the New Testament, and is truly the purest gospel. It is worthy not only that every Christian should know it word for word, by heart, but also that he should occupy himself with it every day, as the daily bread of the soul.” - Martin Luther

Jan 8, 2026 • 1h 23min
Episode 4 - Is Gentle Parenting Biblical?
In this episode of the Kenwood Institute Podcast, Institute director Tom Sculthorpe has a conversation with Jim Hamilton and Matt Damico about what Biblical discipline looks like for our children. Should we spank our children? What about "gentle" parenting? Join us as we discuss this important issue! If you enjoyed this episode of the Kenwood Institute Podcast, please like the video, comment, and subscribe! You can also find the Kenwood Institute Podcast wherever you find podcasts! Visit our website: https://kenwoodinstitute.org/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/kenwoodinst If you would like to support the Kenwood Institute financially, please give here: https://kenwood.breezechms.com/form/2a420d

Jan 6, 2026 • 1h 2min
A Biblical Theology of Romans - Session 8
A Biblical Theology of Romans is a Kenwood Hall Anchor Class taught during the Spring 2025 term by Dr. James M. Hamilton Jr., Dr. Colin Smothers, and Dr. Thomas J. Sculthorpe.
“This epistle is really the chief part of the New Testament, and is truly the purest gospel. It is worthy not only that every Christian should know it word for word, by heart, but also that he should occupy himself with it every day, as the daily bread of the soul.” - Martin Luther

Dec 22, 2025 • 1h 8min
A Biblical Theology of Romans - Session 7
A Biblical Theology of Romans is a Kenwood Hall Anchor Class taught during the Spring 2025 term by Dr. James M. Hamilton Jr., Dr. Colin Smothers, and Dr. Thomas J. Sculthorpe.
“This epistle is really the chief part of the New Testament, and is truly the purest gospel. It is worthy not only that every Christian should know it word for word, by heart, but also that he should occupy himself with it every day, as the daily bread of the soul.” - Martin Luther


