Eric and Drew discuss Judicial Hardening, why Eric wants to call that doctrine something else, what Scary Shiny Jesus (the Transfiguration) has to do with all this, and how Jesus hiding Himself and the Gospel, and God hiding wisdom makes no sense if God is determining who does and does not believe.

Uploaded Aug 20, 2020

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Eric and Drew address Cole’s strange statements about free will and talk about how it is exactly that we are “in Christ” from Ephesians 1.

Uploaded August 13, 2020

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Eric and Drew respond to an episode from the Understanding Christianity podcast entitled, "The Fatal Flaws of Provisionism". Do we really have any? What does Sean Cole mean when he says we're coming to Christ "in and of ourselves"?

Uploaded August 6, 2020

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Eric and Drew tackle the topic of Calvinists misunderstanding arguments on purpose. They explore how Calvinists often misinterpret or intentionally avoid engaging with key points about free will, determinism, and the nature of God's sovereignty. The episode features detailed discussions and examples, including a conversation with Josiah Huggins, highlighting the challenges in communicating these theological perspectives. They examine biblical texts, such as Ezekiel 36:26 and the conversion of Paul on the Damascus Road, to demonstrate how God's influence and persuasion work without deterministic control. Eric and Drew also respond to common criticisms and accusations, offering a robust defense of their views on Ephesians and corporate election. Their goal is to foster sincere dialogue and encourage deeper understanding between differing theological positions.

Streamed live on Jun 23, 2024

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction and Overview
8:00 - Example: Josiah Huggins' Sincere Questions
16:00 - Debate on God's Sovereignty and Human Rebellion
24:00 - Philosophical and Theological Arguments
32:00 - Responding to Criticisms of God's Nature
40:00 - Engaging with Calvinist Arguments
48:00 - Final Examples and Insincere Engagement
56:00 - Conclusion and Call for Genuine Dialogue

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In this episode, Drew and Eric dive into a comprehensive review of the recent Redeemed Zoomer and Dr. Leighton Flowers of ‪@Soteriology101‬ debate hosted by ‪@BraxtonHunter‬ by Trinity Radio. Join us as we analyze key points, theological arguments, and our takeaways from this engaging discussion on predestination, free will, and the nature of God's sovereignty.

Streamed live on Jun 8, 2024 

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction and Casual Banter
3:10 - Starting the Debate Review
3:30 - Discussing Free Will and Determinism
10:00 - Richard's Author Analogy
13:40 - Critique of Compatibilism
20:00 - The Problem of Evil and God's Sovereignty
25:00 - The Objector in Romans 9
30:00 - Scholastic Distinctions: Permissive vs. Positive Will
38:00 - Predestination in the Bible: Romans 8 Context
46:00 - Reprobation and Esau: Misunderstanding Scriptural Context
52:00 - Engaging with Non-Calvinist Views on Romans 9
1:01:00 - Free Will, Responsibility, and God's Foreknowledge
1:10:00 - Final Thoughts and Recap

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In this special episode, hosts Eric and Drew, along with the esteemed Reverend Dr. Leighton Flowers, engage in a groundbreaking interview with ChatGPT. Together, they ask and explore various questions about Provisionism, its principles, and its place within soteriology. Discover the nuances of free will, divine provision, and the differences between Provisionism, Calvinism, and Arminianism through this unique conversation with an AI. Whether you're new to these theological concepts or looking to deepen your understanding, this discussion offers valuable insights and thoughtful analysis. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more enlightening conversations!

Published  Jun 4, 2024

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Dr. Kurt Jaros of Veracity Hill joins Eric and Drew to discuss some of Sean Cole's recent[-ish] comments on Provisionism being Semi-Pelagianism.

Streamed live on Feb 29, 2024

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Eric and Drew give their thoughts on the recent debate and pros and cons of each side. James White becomes a conspiracy theorist in the wake of the debate and it's all Drew's fault. @IdolKiller Warren McGrew and @Soteriology101 Leighton Flowers join to discuss the debate and how White is resurrecting #BaalGate

Streamed live on Mar 9, 2024

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Eric & Drew open with a screen cap from Michael Foster with a text message between him and a young man he interacted with on social media. The guys then spring board from there to explore comments from Dutch Sheets on "The Male Pride Factor" where allegedly men are just inherently more difficult to reach with the Good News of Jesus. Drew and Eric talk about the things that can be done to bring men to our churches. F3 (Fitness, Faith, Fellowship) is mentioned along with some other suggestions.

Streamed live on Mar 29, 2024

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Dan Chapa, a real life Arminian (!!), joins Drew to discuss The Provisionist Perspective's recent review of an "Arminians Take On All Challengers" episode. They will talk about Total Depravity, prevenient grace, the role of the Spirit in conversion, the nature of grace the the Scriptures, and a number of other things! You can find the original live broadcast as a patron member through the link below or by becoming a member on YouTube.

Premiered May 15, 2024

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