Category Archives: Soteriology

The Family of Abraham

Posted on May 17, 2019 by Alastair Roberts

I have just completed a 42-part, 25-hour-long, series on the story of the family of Abraham. Within it, I discuss the book of Genesis from chapter 11 to the end and reflect upon its relevance for us today. Take a … Continue reading →

Posted in Audio, Bible, Genesis, OT, OT Theology, Podcasts, Soteriology, Theological | 4 Comments

Podcast: Felix Culpa

Posted on November 27, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

On the latest Mere Fidelity episode, Derek, Matt, and I put on our theology nerd hats and discuss the concept of the felix culpa. You can also follow the podcast on iTunes, or using this RSS feed. Listen to past episodes on Soundcloud and … Continue reading →

Posted in Controversies, OT Theology, Philosophy, Podcasts, Soteriology, Theological | 1 Comment

Video: The Trinity in the OT, the Faith of OT Believers, the Angel of the Lord

Posted on November 6, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: A number of years ago there was a lot of debate in certain circles in the UK revolving around these topics: the degree to which Christ/the Trinity is explicitly present in the OT; the nature of the Angel … Continue reading →

Posted in Audio, Bible, Christology, Controversies, Doctrine of God, OT, OT Theology, Podcasts, Questions and Answers, Soteriology, The Triune God, Theological, Video | 4 Comments

Video: Legal and Natural Consequences of Sin

Posted on November 5, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: What is your understanding of the legal and natural consequences of sin? Should we separate the two? Is there any difference between God’s judgement/wrath and the natural consequence of being handed over to sin/the powers? If you have … Continue reading →

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Video: Why Did Satan Enter into Judas to Betray Jesus if He Knew the Cross Would Defeat Him?

Posted on October 1, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “How should we understand Satan entering into Judas and his ensuing plan to betray Jesus (Luke 22:3-6)? The wilderness temptations, the rebuke of Peter (Matt. 16:21-23), Christ’s agony in the garden, and even the calls to him to … Continue reading →

Posted in Audio, Bible, Hermeneutics, Holy Week, Luke, NT, NT Theology, Podcasts, Soteriology, The Atonement, Theological, Video | 13 Comments

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 →

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Video: How Can Peter Describe False Teachers as Having Been ‘Bought’ By Christ?

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “Why does Peter say that the Lord “bought” false teachers in 2 Peter 2:1? How can Christ be said to have “purchased” or “bought” those who are unsaved?” If you have any questions for me, please leave them … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Peter, Bible, Christian Experience, Election, NT, NT Theology, Podcasts, Questions and Answers, Soteriology, Theological, Video | 2 Comments

Podcast: Incarnation Anyway?

Posted on December 25, 2016 by Alastair Roberts

  Merry Christmas, everyone! As a special Christmas episode—and our final episode of 2016—this week Derek, Matt and I discuss the Incarnation. In particular, we ask whether, if humanity had not sinned, Christ would still have come. Much theological nerdiness … Continue reading →

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Podcast: Disability

Posted on October 12, 2016 by Alastair Roberts

On this week’s episode of Mere Fidelity, Matt and I are joined by Kelby Carlson to discuss disability. Kelby has previously guest posted on my blog on the subject. Next week, we will be returning to our reading of Lewis’ The Four … Continue reading →

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Podcast: The Pursuing God

Posted on June 21, 2016 by Alastair Roberts

This week Derek and I were joined by our friend Joshua Ryan Butler to discuss his new book, The Pursuing God. Josh is great, his book is great, and we had a great time catching up with him. Our previous … Continue reading →

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