Coffee Cup Theology

#022: David and Jesus both warn against hypocrisy and lying lips that disguise evil hearts. In this episode, Brance and Lauren explore Psalm 28:3 and Matthew 12:33-37, discussing how our words reflect our inner life and why Christians must speak the truth in love, grounded in Scripture and guided by the Spirit.

Coffee Talk: Brance and Lauren talk about decaf coffee

Book Talk: David Livingstone: Missionary, Explorer, Abolitionist (use code COFFEE at checkout for 5% off)

Defining Theology: Brance and Lauren define and discuss the theological term Special Revelation.

Resources Mentioned:

2LCF (2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith)

David Livingstone: Missionary, Explorer, Abolitionist (use code COFFEE at checkout for 5% off)

#021: Discover the joy and responsibility of continual praise in Psalm 34:1-3. Brance and Lauren explore the personal call to bless the Lord, the privilege of worship through Christ, and how praising God transforms our perspective in life’s trials. Learn why praise is both our obligation and our greatest joy.

Coffee Talk: Brance and Lauren talk about the pleasure of a warm cup in your hand.

Defining Theology: Brance and Lauren define and discuss the theological term General Revelation.

Resources Mentioned:

2LCF (2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith)

#020: A discussion of Charles Spurgeon’s Morning and Evening devotional for January 2nd emphasizing the vital role of persistent prayer in the believer’s life, and Spurgeon’s suggested topics for prayer throughout the year. This particular devotional has been of continuing value to us for several years and we highly recommend meditating on it.

Coffee Talk: Brance and Lauren talk about family coffee breaks.

Defining Theology: Brance and Lauren define and discuss the theological term Divine Revelation: God’s gracious act of making Himself known to His creatures.

Resources Mentioned:

2LCF (2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith)

C.H. Spurgeon: Morning & Evening

#019: A.W. Pink’s chapter on the Supremacy of God, reflects on how modern conceptions of God often reduce Him to a powerless figure of the human imagination. Comfort and strength comes from knowing God reigns sovereignly over all creation, nature, and the hearts of men, and trusting His absolute rule brings rest and assurance to believers.

Coffee Talk: Brance and Lauren talk about tea?!

Defining Theology: Brance and Lauren define and discuss the theological term Infallibility.

Resources Mentioned:

The Attributes of God by A.W. Pink

2LCF (2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith)

#018: John Bunyan’s striking imagery of the River of Death in The Pilgrim’s Progress illustrates the passage from earthly life into eternal rest. Bunyan took the image from the Scripture’s account of Israel crossing the Jordan River and entering the Promised Land under the leadership of Joshua. His account highlights the Christian’s hope and reliance on the grace of Christ when facing life’s final trial.

Coffee Talk: Brance and Lauren talk about bourbon barrel aged coffee.

Defining Theology: Brance and Lauren define and discuss the theological term inerrancy

Resources Mentioned:

2LCF (2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith)

Pilgrim’s Progress (use the code COFFEE for 5% off at checkout)

#017: Titus 1:1 explains that truth and godliness are inseparably connected in the Christian life. Sound doctrine is not a cold intellectual pursuit but the root of heartfelt devotion, worship, and obedience to God. The conversation covers how theology fuels orthopraxy, the dangers of divorcing belief from practice, and why the sufficiency of Scripture is essential for living a life of faith.

Coffee Talk: Brance and Lauren talk about bean density.

Defining Theology: Brance and Lauren define and discuss the theological term The Sufficiency of Scripture.

Resources Mentioned:

2LCF (2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith)

#016: Isaiah 54:17 is a powerful promise that no weapon formed against God’s people will ultimately succeed. A discussion of the historical and prophetic context of this promise, and God’s sovereignty over trials, sheds new light on how this verse applies to the individual believer and the local church. It encourages hope and perseverance in the faith.

Coffee Talk: Brance and Lauren talk about creamer

Defining Theology: Brance and Lauren define and discuss the theological term Orthopraxy.

Resources Mentioned:

2LCF (2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith)

2000 Years of Christ’s Power

#015: Isaiah 52:7 reveals that the gospel is not only for the lost but a continual source of hope, peace, and encouragement for believers. In this episode, Brance and Lauren explore why Christians need to hear “Your God reigns” regularly, reflect on Christ’s suffering for His people, and discuss the importance of church creeds and confessions in sustaining faith.

Coffee Talk: Brance and Lauren talk about their favorite coffee mugs.

Defining Theology: Brance and Lauren define and discuss the theological term Symbolics.

Resources Mentioned:

2LCF (2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith)

#014: God’s foreknowledge is often misunderstood or intentionally redefined, but the results inevitably lead to erroneous and dishonoring ideas about God. Drawing from A.W. Pink’s The Attributes of God, chapter 4, we discuss how Scripture consistently presents foreknowledge as God’s sovereign love for persons, not mere foresight of human actions, in a way that preserves God’s omnipresence, omniscience, and omnipotence.

Coffee Talk: Brance and Lauren talk coffee grinders.

Defining Theology: Brance and Lauren define and discuss the theological term Subordinate Standards.

Resources Mentioned:

The Attributes of God by A.W. Pink

Chappel Library

2LCF (2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith)

#013: What does it truly means to be a godly, encouraging friend? Drawing from 1 Samuel 23:16, we discuss Jonathan’s example of strengthening David’s hand in God during a time of fear and uncertainty, and practical, biblical ways to support friends in distress by: showing up, speaking God’s promises, and reassuring them they are not alone.

Listeners will gain insight into how true friendship points others to Christ, equips them to persevere in faith, and reminds them of God’s unshakable promises. Brance and Lauren also highlight practical steps for applying these principles in today’s digitally connected but often relationally distant world.

Coffee Talk: Brance and Lauren talk about their current coffee time reading.

Defining Theology: Brance and Lauren define and discuss the theological term: Catechism.

Resources Mentioned:

2LCF (2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith)

James Stoddard (Author)

The Nigh Land, a story retold

The Evenmere Chronicles