Down Under Theology

Final Episode (#34) of Season 1 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church.

In this episode, we share what we've learnt and taken out of the first Season of the show. We then give a sneak peak at what to expect for Season 2 due out in February 2022!

Thank you so much for tuning in this Season and supporting the show. We look forward to having you join us for Season 2!

Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

• Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)
• Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)
• Murray Smith

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 34 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• According to Plan by G. Goldsworthy
• Biblical Theology by G. Vos
• The Story Retold by G. K. Beale and B. L. Gladd
• Not Home Yet by Ian K. Smith

Christ College, Sydney
Preparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.

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Episode #33 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church.

In this episode, we get stuck into the final chapter of the WCF - The Last Judgement. What happens at the end? What will happen to creation? What will the new heavens and earth be like? How do we live today in light of the end? What do we make of passages saying we'll be judged according to our works? Join us as we discuss these questions and more in today's episode.

In this first season of the podcast we will hone in on the topics of the Westminster Confession of Faith, using them as a springboard for discussing how these important theological issues impact the life and mission of the church.

Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

• Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)
• Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)
• Murray Smith

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 33 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Between the Beginning and the End by J. H. Bavinck
• Last Things First by J. V. Fesko
• Not Home Yet by Ian. K. Smith
• The Last Things by Herman Bavinck (Amazon Link)

Christ College, Sydney
Preparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

** Special Bonus Episode of our podcast to announce the winner of our second giveaway! **
  
Thanks to our wonderful listeners for leaving your reviews and entering our giveaway courtesy of Tulip Publishing! Check them out at www.tulippublishing.com.au. Tune in to find out who wins the prize!

Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

• Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)
• Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)
• Murray Smith

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

Christ College, Sydney
Preparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Episode #32 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church.

In this episode, we dive into the topic of Resurrection (or 'the state of men after death, and the resurrection of the dead' as per the Confession). What happens to us when we die? What is the intermediate state? Why is a bodily resurrection so important? How does it shape how we live today?

In this first season of the podcast we will hone in on the topics of the Westminster Confession of Faith, using them as a springboard for discussing how these important theological issues impact the life and mission of the church.

Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

• Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)
• Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)
• Murray Smith

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 32 - Show Notes

Cam's Unofficial Recommendations - 

• Embodied Hope by Kelly Kapic (see Murray's recommendation below)
• This Too Shall Last by K. J. Ramsey

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Rejoicing in Lament by J. Todd Billings
• Finishing Our Course With Joy by J. I Packer
• Raised Forever by Rory Shiner
• Not Home Yet by Ian K. Smith
• Embodied Hope by Kelly Kapic

Christ College, Sydney
Preparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Episode #31 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church.

In this episode, we explore Synods and Councils. We take a look at forms of church government beyond the local congregation. Where is this seen in the bible? What authority should wider church government have? What purpose does it serve? Join us as we chat about these issues and more in today's episode.

In this first season of the podcast we will hone in on the topics of the Westminster Confession of Faith, using them as a springboard for discussing how these important theological issues impact the life and mission of the church.

Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

• Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)
• Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)
• Murray Smith

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 31 - Show Notes

• Episode 23: Civil Magistrate

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Who Runs the Church? Four Views on Church Government edited by Steve B. Cowan
• Form of Presbyterial Church Government (Amazon link)

Christ College, Sydney
Preparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

A special Bonus Episode of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church.

David Burke joins us again to continue our discussion on Church Censures. In this episode we explore more 'reactive' discipline in the church. David shares some of his experiences in dealing with church discipline issues at both a local and denominational level. We talk about the importance of approaching discipline with God's heart - in a pastoral way and with restoration in mind.

David Burke was previously a lecturer at Christ College and still lectures at the College as an adjunct member of staff. He has a lot of pastoral experience with church discipline and discipleship at both a local level and within the Presbyterian denomination and brings his experience to our discussion today.

In this first season of the podcast we will hone in on the topics of the Westminster Confession of Faith, using them as a springboard for discussing how these important theological issues impact the life and mission of the church.

Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

• Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)
• Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)
• Murray Smith
• David Burke

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Bonus Episode 4 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Resolving Everyday Conflict by Ken Sande and Kevin Johnson
• Church Discipline by Jonathan Leeman
• Principle or Principal by David Burke and Paul Cooper (due out March 2022)
• TEE for the 21st Century edited by David Burke and Richard Brown

Christ College, Sydney
Preparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Episode #30 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church.

Today we discuss Church Censures. What does this topic even mean? What is the biblical view of church government? What's the difference between an elder, deacon, minister, pastor, bishop, etc.? How do these offices work practically in the discipline and discipleship of the church? Join us as we flesh these questions out with special guest, David Burke.

David Burke was previously a lecturer at Christ College and still lectures at the College as an adjunct member of staff. He has a lot of pastoral experience with church discipline and discipleship at both a local level and within the Presbyterian denomination and brings his experience to our discussion today.

In this first season of the podcast we will hone in on the topics of the Westminster Confession of Faith, using them as a springboard for discussing how these important theological issues impact the life and mission of the church.

Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

• Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)
• Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)
• Murray Smith
• David Burke

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 30 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• How Jesus Runs the Church by Guy Prentiss Waters
• The Church of Christ by James Bannerman
• Calvin's Company of Pastors by Scott M. Manetsch (Amazon link)

Christ College, Sydney
Preparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Episode #29 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church.

Today we discuss The Lord's Supper in part three of our three part mini-series on the sacraments. What is the Lord's Supper?  Where does it come from in the bible? What does it mean and do? How does it relate to the covenant? Should children participate in it? Can we substitute the bread and wine for other elements? Join us as we discuss these issues in this episode.

In this first season of the podcast we will hone in on the topics of the Westminster Confession of Faith, using them as a springboard for discussing how these important theological issues impact the life and mission of the church.

Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

• Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)
• Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)
• Murray Smith

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 29 - Show Notes

• Episode 7: God's Covenant

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• The Lord's Supper as the Sign and Meal of the New Covenant by Guy Prentiss Waters
• Feasting with Christ by Joel Beeke

Christ College, Sydney
Preparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Episode #28 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church.

Today we discuss Baptism in part two of our three part mini-series on the sacraments. What is baptism? It it just a Christian and New Testament thing? What does it mean and do? How does it relate to the covenant? Should we baptise children? Join us as we discuss these issues in this episode.

In this first season of the podcast we will hone in on the topics of the Westminster Confession of Faith, using them as a springboard for discussing how these important theological issues impact the life and mission of the church.

Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

• Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)
• Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)
• Murray Smith

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 28 - Show Notes

• Episode 7: God's Covenant

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Children of the Promise by Robert Booth
• Covenantal Baptism by Jason Helopoulos
• The Biblical Case for Baptizing Infants and its Pastoral Implications by Murray Smith
• Calvin: Institutes of the Christian Religion by John Calvin
• Christian Baptism by John Murray

Christ College, Sydney
Preparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Episode #27 of our podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church.

Today we take a look at the sacraments in part one of a three part mini-series. What exactly is a sacrament? What do they do? What does it meant for them to be a 'sign and seal'? How many sacraments are there? And can anyone administer them? Join us for this introduction to the topic (and in the next couple of weeks for a closer look at each individual sacrament!).

In this first season of the podcast we will hone in on the topics of the Westminster Confession of Faith, using them as a springboard for discussing how these important theological issues impact the life and mission of the church.

Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

• Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)
• Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)
• Murray Smith

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 27 - Show Notes

• Episode 25: The Church

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Treatises on the Sacraments by John Calvin
• A Better Way by Michael Horton
• The Sacrifice of Praise by Herman Bavinck
• Calvin: Institutes of the Christian Religion by John Calvin

Christ College, Sydney
Preparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.