Monthly Archives: September 2018

Video: More on Two Kingdoms

Posted on September 23, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

In today’s video, I address some questions that were raised in response to my previous video. Within the video, I reference Brad Littlejohn’s The Two Kingdoms: A Guide for the Perplexed and his Richard Hooker: A Companion to His Life and Work. … Continue reading →

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Video: The Two Kingdoms

Posted on September 22, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “Could you say more about the Two Kingdoms theology—especially how it need not fall back into a narrow pietism?” Within the video, I reference Brad Littlejohn’s The Two Kingdoms: A Guide for the Perplexed. If you have any … Continue reading →

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Theopolis Podcast: Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost

Posted on September 22, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

In this episode of the Theopolis Podcast, Peter Leithart and I discuss the readings for the eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Jeremiah 11:18-20, James 3:13—4:10, and Mark 9:30-37. You can follow the Theopolis podcast on Soundcloud, iTunes, and on most podcast apps. You can … Continue reading →

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Video: Echoes of the Eucharist?

Posted on September 21, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “What would be a text that you would go to demonstrate the multifaceted elements of the Eucharist? Can you recommend any books or resources that explore the many symbolic and typological elements of the Eucharist, much like your … Continue reading →

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Video: Does Baptism Save Us?

Posted on September 20, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “In Q&A#46, you seem to say that baptism (with water) is necessary for salvation. Am I interpreting your perspective correctly, and if so, what do you think about the man on the cross next to Jesus going to … Continue reading →

Posted in Audio, Bible, NT, NT Theology, Podcasts, Questions and Answers, Soteriology, The Sacraments, Theological, Video | 4 Comments

Podcast: Augustine’s ‘Confessions’, Book 12

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

In the latest episode of Mere Fidelity, I join Matt and Derek to explore Augustine’s discussion of the proper interpretation of Genesis’ account of creation in Book 12 of the Confessions. You can also follow the podcast on iTunes, or using this RSS feed. Listen … Continue reading →

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Video: My Ten Most Stimulating Bible-Related Books

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “What are the ten most stimulating Bible-related books that you have read?” 1. James B. Jordan, Through New Eyes 2. Meredith Kline, Images of the Spirit 3. Peter Leithart, A House For My Name 4. N.T. Wright, Jesus … Continue reading →

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Video: Matthieu Pageau’s ‘The Language of Creation’

Posted on September 18, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Within this video, I discuss Matthieu Pageau’s stimulating book, The Language of Creation: Cosmic Symbolism in Genesis. If you have any questions for me, please leave them on my Curious Cat account. If you have found these videos helpful, please tell … Continue reading →

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Video: Seeing the Bible Through New Eyes

Posted on September 17, 2018 by Alastair Roberts
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Video: Is Abortion to be Solved by Controlling Male Sexual Behaviour?

Posted on September 16, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

This video is a response to a widely-shared, much discussed, and controversial Twitter thread. Within the discussion, I reference a few articles and books: New York Times: He Asked Permission to Touch, but Not to Ghost GQ: Why Sperm Counts Are … Continue reading →

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