Category Archives: Podcasts

Video: What is the Case Against Women’s Ordination?

Posted on September 8, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “How would you summarize the argument against the ordination of women?” If you found this video interesting, you might be interested in the videos from the recent THINK conference on The Future of Complementarity. If you have any questions … Continue reading →

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Theopolis Podcast: Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost

Posted on September 8, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

In this episode of the Theopolis Podcast, Peter Leithart and I discuss the readings for the sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Isaiah 35:4-7a, James 2:1-10, 14-18, and Mark 7:31-37. You can follow the Theopolis podcast on Soundcloud, iTunes, and on most podcast apps. You … Continue reading →

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Video: Should We Be Using the Lectionary?

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “Do you commend the use of a lectionary for preaching? If so, what advantages does this approach have over preaching through whole books of the Bible? How should we think about preaching in churches where we can no … Continue reading →

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Podcast: Augustine’s ‘Confessions’, Book 11

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

In the latest episode of Mere Fidelity, I join Matt and Derek to continue our discussion of Augustine’s Confessions, exploring Book 11 of the work. You can also follow the podcast on iTunes, or using this RSS feed. Listen to past episodes on Soundcloud and on this page on … Continue reading →

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Video: Was Jesus a Fruitful Eunuch?

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “Some have described Christ as a sort of “fruitful eunuch.” Others have pointed out that he in fact has a bride. While these would be mutually exclusive in a literal sense, does the Bible require us to choose … Continue reading →

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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: 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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Theopolis Podcast: Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost

Posted on August 23, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

In this episode of the Theopolis Podcast, Peter Leithart and I discuss the readings for the fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Isaiah 29:11-19, Ephesians 5:22-23, and Mark 7:1-13. We also discuss Dr Esther Meek’s recent Theopolis Intensive course. You can follow the … Continue reading →

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