Category Archives: Audio

Video: Should We Read The Story Of David And Goliath Primarily As An Underdog Narrative?

Posted on August 30, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “Was David’s victory over Goliath a miracle? Was he really an underdog or was this a case of misperception as to who was the favorite? We know it is not uncommon for smaller people to defeat larger people … Continue reading →

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Theopolis Podcast: Fifteenth Sunday After Pentecost

Posted on August 29, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

In this episode of the Theopolis Podcast, Peter Leithart and I discuss the readings for the fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9; Ephesians 6:10-20; and Mark 7:14-23. You can follow the Theopolis podcast on Soundcloud, iTunes, and on most podcast apps. You … Continue reading →

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Video: Why are there so many ‘Binitarian’ Formulations in the New Testament?

Posted on August 29, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “Why are so many references to God in the NT binitarian (Father and Son) rather than trinitarian (Father, Son and Spirit)? I’m thinking of Paul’s greetings, Stephen’s vision, Jesus’ speeches about unity with the Father, etc. Admittedly the … Continue reading →

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Video: Should the Lord’s Supper Have a Sombre Tone?

Posted on August 28, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “I am wondering about your take on whether the Lord’s supper should be a somber event of introspection or a joyous meal of celebration. My understanding is that throughout church history it has been observed more as a … Continue reading →

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Video: How Does Proverbs Fit in with the Rest of the OT?

Posted on August 27, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “How does the book of Proverbs fit in with the rest of the OT? It seems so general and universal, and hardly draws upon Israel’s particular covenant history. It rarely if at all appeals to special revelation from … Continue reading →

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WordMP3 Interview

Posted on August 21, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

A brief interview with me has just been posted over on WordMP3 (a site you really must make use of, if you are not already aware of it). They also have the audio lectures from my recent Theopolis course available … Continue reading →

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Video: What Are The Benefits and Dangers of Bible Software?

Posted on August 6, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “Do you use any Bible software (e.g., Logos) to support your studies? Do you have any thoughts on how they might help or hinder our study and perception of the written word?” Here is the piece I mention … Continue reading →

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Video: What Is Meant By Calling Marriage A Natural Institution?

Posted on August 5, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “If marriage is a pre-political institution then none of the measures laid down by the state (e.g. registration, marriage certificates etc.) make a marriage legitimate in God’s eyes. In which case, what does constitute a legitimate marriage in … Continue reading →

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Video: Does New Creation Undermine Natural Law?

Posted on August 4, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “What implications does the promise of new creation have for Christian ethics? Specifically does new creation undermine natural law ethics since we are now to orientate our lives, not towards what is revealed in nature, but towards the new … Continue reading →

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Video: How Should We Understand the People Who Fall Away in Hebrews 6?

Posted on August 2, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “How do we properly understand what Hebrews 6 refers to as those who “fall away” and the impossibility of their redemption?” If you have any questions for me, please leave them on my Curious Cat account. If you have … Continue reading →

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