Down Under Theology

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** SPOILER ALERT: This time it's Murray's turn to spoil The Good Place at 43:00. You can start up again at 44:10. Sorry! **

Episode #9 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 wrestle with the topic of Free Will. What is free will? Do we really have it? Does God have it? How has the state of our free will changed in light of the fall? How do these things affect the way we should live our lives as Christians? Join us as we explore this difficult topic 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 9 - Show Notes

• Big Words That End in Shun! by Colin Buchanan
• GIVEAWAY - Westminster Confession Pack 2 from Reformers Bookshop

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Human Nature in its Fourfold State by Thomas Boston
• Reforming Free Will: A Conversation on the History of Reformed Views by Paul Helm
• The Whole Christ: Legalism, Antinomianism, and Gospel Assurance by Sinclair B. Ferguson

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

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Episode #8 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 talk about our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Jesus is the heart of the Westminster Confession and, more importantly, of the Christian's life. Join us as we explore who he is and what he has done, is doing, and will do in today's jam-packed 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 8 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• The Cross of Christ by John Stott
• Rejoicing in Christ by Michael Reeves
• The Person of Christ: An Introduction by Stephen Wellum
• Not Home Yet: How the Renewal of the Earth Fits into God's Plan for the World 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 #7 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 discuss the topic of God's Covenant. What is a covenant? What is God's covenant with humankind? Where do we see God's covenant in Scripture? What's the difference between the covenant of works and the covenant of grace? Why should we read Scripture through this theological lens? Join us as we explore 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 7 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Covenant Theology: Biblical, Theological and Historical Perspectives by Guy Prentiss Waters, Nicholas J. Reid and John R. Muether (editors)
• The Trinity and the Covenant of Redemption by John V. Fesko

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

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Episode #6 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 discuss the topic of Sin and the Fall. What is sin? What does "original sin" mean? How do we think about corporate sin and how does it relate to individual culpability? How does sin relate to God's providence and sovereignty? Are all sins equal? Join us as we explore 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 6 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Adam, the Fall, and Original Sin by Hans Madueme and Michael R. E. Reeves (editors)
• Overcoming Sin and Temptation by John Owen (edited by Kelly Kapic and Justin Taylor)

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

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Episode #5 of our podcast equipping and encouraging the Australian church in thinking theologically about life and mission.

In this episode, we explore the topic of Providence. We confess that God is sovereign over all things, but this belief raises many questions - what about human freedom and agency? What role does God have to play in sickness and suffering like the COVID-19 pandemic? How does this doctrine affect our prayer life? Join us as we discuss 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 5 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• What is Providence? by Derek W. H. Thomas
• Calvin on Sovereignty, Providence, and Predestination by Joel Beeke
• Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God by J. I. Packer
• How Long O Lord: Reflections on Suffering and Evil by D. A. Carson

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

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Episode #4 of our podcast equipping and encouraging the Australian church in thinking theologically about life and mission.

In this episode, we explore the topic of Creation. What does creation ex nihilo (out of nothing) say about God? How do we think about science and creation? Do humans have a unique place in God's creation? What does it mean to be made in the image of God? Join us for a wide-ranging discussion of these questions and more!

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)
• Murray Smith
• Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 4 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• The New Creation and the Storyline of Scripture by Frank Thielman
• Thinking Through Creation: Genesis 1 and 2 as Tools of Cultural Critique by Christopher Watkin

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

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** Spoiler Alert: skip ahead at 17:00 if you don't want to hear Cam spoil "The Good Place" for you again! **

Episode #3 of our podcast equipping and encouraging the Australian church in thinking theologically about life and mission.

In this episode, we explore the topic of God's Eternal Decree. Has God already chosen those whom He will save? Has He preordained some to destruction? How do we reconcile this with His goodness? Do we have free will? What does this mean for prayer and evangelism? Join us as we wrestle with these questions and more!

Just a reminder that the first season of this podcast 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.

Questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

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

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 3 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Chosen by God by R.C. Sproul
• Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God by J.I. Packer

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.

** Spoiler Alert: skip ahead at 13:00 if you don't want to hear Cam spoil "The Good Place" for you! **

Episode #2 of our podcast equipping and encouraging the Australian church in thinking theologically about life and mission.

In this episode, we do our best to comprehend the incomprehensible nature of God and the Trinity! Who is God? Where does the idea of the Trinity come from? How is it even possible? Join us as we discuss these questions and more in Episode 2.

Just a reminder that the first season of this podcast 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.

Questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

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

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 2 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• The Deep Things of God: How the Trinity Changes Everything by Fred Sanders
• The Trinity: An Introduction by Scott Swain
• Jesus and the God of Israel: God Crucified and Other Studies on the New Testament's Christology of Divine Identity by Richard Bauckham

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

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Episode #1 of our new podcast equipping and encouraging the Australian church in thinking theologically about life and mission.

In this episode, we take a look at Scripture and the nature of revelation. How do we know who God is? What exactly is Scripture? Why is it called the Word of God? Join us as we discuss all these questions and more!

Just a reminder that the first season of this podcast 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.

Got a name for the podcast? Questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

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

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 1 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Words of Life: Scripture as the Living and Active Word of God by Timothy Ward
• Canon Revisited: Establishing the Origins and Authority of the New Testament Books by Michael Kruger

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 #0 of our new podcast equipping and encouraging the Australian church in thinking theologically about life and mission.

In this episode, we introduce the podcast, explore the importance of thinking theologically and discuss the reasons for confessing the faith in creeds and confessions.

Our first season 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.

Got a name for the podcast? Questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

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Episode Hosts:

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

Producer:

• Nick Rabe

Episode Sponsor:

• Christ College, Sydney

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Episode 0 - Show Notes

Recommended Resources - 

• Westminster Confession of Faith (Free Online Link)
• Westminster Confession of Faith (Reformers Bookshop Link)
• Confessing the Faith: A Reader's Guide to the Westminster Confession of Faith by Chad van Dixhoorn
• The Creedal Imperative by Carl Trueman
• The Apostles' Creed: A Guide to the Ancient Catechism by Benjamin Meyers
• Pilgrim Theology: Core Doctrines for Christian Disciples by Michael Horton

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.