In this conversation, Camden Bucey, Ryan Noha, Lane Tipton, and Scott Cook discuss various themes surrounding Reformed apologetics, particularly focusing on the critique of Cornelius Van Til’s thought as presented in Keith Mathion’s book.

After highlighting Lane Tipton’s new book Union with Christ: The Benefits of His Suffering and Glory, they explore the challenges of understanding Van Til’s work, especially given his use of language and the philosophical context of his time. The discussion also touches on the relevance of Van Til’s thought in contemporary apologetics and the importance of engaging with the limitations of human language in theology.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 Welcome and Introduction
• 00:06:53 Lane’s New Book, Union with Christ
• 00:09:49 Van Til and Idealism
• 00:24:43 Critics of Van Til
• 00:38:28 Cunningham on Idealism
• 00:42:30 A Sale on Our Van Til Books
• 00:44:32 Van Til’s Critique of Adam’s False Ideal of Knowledge
• 00:47:46 Applying Van Til Today
• 00:57:01 Understanding Idealism
• 01:03:41 Conclusion