Theology Gals

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  • Understanding the Law
    Theology Gals | Episode 143
    This week Coleen and Rachel discuss the division and uses of the law. 
    Episode Resources:
    Which Laws Apply? by R.C. Sproul
    The Place of the Law by Guy Waters
    God's Law in Old and New Covenants OPC Q&A
    Are Believers Under The Law As A Schoolmaster? R. Scott Clark 
     
    “The Reformed confessions teach that the pedagogical (second use) use of the law never disappears. Question 115 of the Heidelberg Catechism asks, “No one in this life can obey the Ten Commandments perfectly: Why then does God want them preached so pointedly?” Here is the answer: “First, so that the longer we live the more we may come to know our sinfulness and the more eagerly look to Christ for forgiveness of sins and righteousness.” Likewise, the Westminster Confession of Faith (19.6) states that the second use of the law remains of great use to the believer. The law helps believers to discover “the sinful pollutions of their nature, hearts and lives, so as, examining themselves thereby, they may come to further conviction of, humiliation for, and hatred against sin, together with a clearer sight of the need they have of Christ, and the perfection of His obedience.”" John Fonville 
    "all three uses of the law (i.e., civil, pedagogical and normative) are always present in the believer’s life. However, these three uses do not function the same. To begin with, for unbelievers, the second use of the law is primary and the third use of the law does not even apply. For believers, the third use of the law becomes primary. In this sense, the law functions as a rule of life—guide of gratitude—providing the norms for the Christian life." John Fonville 
    "the law as a rule of life should be preached to guide believers in their gratitude (e.g., Titus 1:5-9; 2:2-10; 3:-12; 8-14). However, the law must never be preached to believers as a condition of life (i.e., a covenant of works: “Do this and live or else be cursed”)." John Fonville 
     
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    38 min
  • The Importance of Understanding Law and Gospel
    Theology Gals | Episode 142
    This week Coleen and Rachel talk about the importance of law and gospel. They also show the emphasis on law and gospel in the Reformed Faith. 
    Episode Resources:
    Law, Gospel, And The Three Uses of the Law (1) by R. Scott Clark 
    Law, Gospel, And The Three Uses Of The Law (2) by R. Scott Clark 
    The Three Uses of the Law by R. Scott Clark 
    Law and Gospel by Michael Horton
    Concerns About The Rhetoric: “X Is A Gospel Issue” by R. Scott Clark
    The Indicative and The Imperative A Reformation View of Sanctification by Michael Horton 
    Calvin on Law and Gospel by Michael Horton 
    Heidelberg Catechism 
    Chapter 1 Part 1: The Law-Gospel Distinction Lane Keister 
    Is the Law/Gospel Distinction Only Lutheran? Part 2
    Law and Gospel quotes 
    Calvin
    Further, because Paul seems to abrogate the Law, as if now-a-days it did not concern believers, we must now see how far this is the case…he does not treat of the Law in the abstract, but sets it forth invested with those of its qualities, wherein it is opposed to the Gospel; for, inasmuch as his controversy was with those who interpreted it amiss, he could not help contrasting the Law with the Gospel, as if they were in opposition to each other: not that they were really so, if their respective doctrine be dextrously applied to its proper object, but because such a conflict arose from the absurd mixture, which the false apostles introduced. They asserted that men are justified by the works of the Law, and, if this were admitted, the righteousness of faith was destroyed, and the Gospel fell to the ground. They, moreover, restored the yoke imposed on the ancient people, as if no liberty had been obtained by the blood of Christ. In this discussion it was necessary for Paul to advert only to that which is peculiar to Moses, and distinct from Christ; for although Christ and Moses perfectly accord in the substance of their doctrine, still, when they are compared with each other, it is fitting to distinguish what is peculiar to each. Calvin’s Commentaries (Commentaries on the Last Four Books of Moses 3:199-200) 
    John Owen
    The order, relation, and use of the law and the gospel do uncontrollably evince the necessity of this conviction previous unto believing. for that which any man hath first to deal withal, with respect unto his eternal condition, both naturally and by God’s institution, is the law. This is first presented unto the soul with its terms of righteousness and life, and with its curse in case of failure. Without this the gospel cannot be understood, nor the grace of it duly valued. For it is the revelation of God’s way for the relieving the souls of men from the sentence and curse of the law, Rom. 1:17. That was the nature, that was the use and end of the first promise, and of the whole work of God’s grace revealed in all the ensuing promises, or in the whole gospel. Wherefore, the faith which we treat of being evangelical,- that which, in its especial nature and use, not the law but the gospel requireth, that which hath the gospel for its principle, rule, and object,- it is not required of us, cannot be acted by us, but on a supposition of the work and effect of the law in the conviction of sin, by giving the knowledge of it, a sense of its guilt, and the state of the sinner on the account thereof. 
    John Bunyan
    If there be the terror, horror, and severity of the law discovered to a people by the servants of Jesus Christ, though they do not speak of it to the end people should trust to it, by relying on it as it is a covenant of works; but rather that they should be driven further from that covenant, even to embrace the tenders and privileges of the second, yet, poor souls, because they are unacquainted with the natures of these two covenants, or either of them, therefore, say they, ‘Here is nothing but preaching of the law, thundering of the law;’ when, alas, if these two be not held forth-to wit,
    34 min
  • Theology Gals Rewind – Discernment: Growing up in Christ
    This is a best of episode. 
    On this week's episode Coleen and Angela discuss discernment. What is discernment and how can we be discerning? They also look at some examples of bad theology and compare them with the Word of God. 
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    Episode Resources:
    What Is Discernment? by Sinclair Ferguson 
    Faith and the Internet - Theology Gals Episode 
    Personal Revelation and the Will of God - Theology Gals Episode 
    Trimming the Fatuous - Discerning the Discerners - Freed Thinker Podcast with Tyler Vela 
    The Most Abused Text In The Bible by R. Scott Clark
    10 Serious Problems with Jesus Calling by Tim Challies 
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    1 hr 12 min
  • The Humanity of Christ
    This week Coleen and Rachel talk about the nature of Christ. 
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    46 min
  • Part 2 Federal Vision: A Gospel Issue
    This is part 2 of our series on Federal Vision. In this episode we continue our discussion on Federal Vision and respond to typical statements about the topic. 
    Episode Resources:
    Resources On The Federal Vision Theology - Heidelblog 
    For Those Just Tuning In: What Is The Federal Vision? R. Scott Clark 
    Resources on Norman Shepherd - Heidelblog 
    Background on the Curr Salvation Controversy by R. Scott Clark 
    Salvation by Grace Alone Through Faith Alone in Christ Alone by Rachel Miller 
    Back to the Reformed Confessions and Catechisms by Rachel Miller 
    TRB 062 The Federal Vision Reformed Brotherhood Podcast 
    “Reformed” is Definitely Enough:
    A critique of Douglas Wilson’s book, “Reformed” is not Enough”
    By Dr. C. Matthew McMahon
    URCNA Report on the Federal Vision and Justification
    OPC Report on Justification 
    RCUS Study Committee on the Federal Vision’s Doctrine of Justification
    Just In Time For Reformation Day: The Return Of The Federal Visionists (And Their Allies) by R. Scott Clark 
    Heidelcast 131: The Heidelcast Is Back And So Is The Federal Vision
    Timeline Snapshot of Justification Debate Brandon Adams 
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    55 min
  • Theology Gals Rewind – Announcement & Faith and the Internet
    Theology Gals | Episode 139
    This week we play a previous episode of Theology Gals, Faith and the Internet. Prior to the episode are some announcements. 
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    1 hr 15 min
  • Federal Vision: A Gospel Issue Part 1
    Theology Gals | Episode 138
    This week Coleen and Rachel discuss Federal Vision. In this part one episode, the ladies focus on the history and doctrines of Federal Vision and explain how Federal Vision is a threat to the gospel. 
    Episode Resources:
    Resources On The Federal Vision Theology - Heidelblog 
    For Those Just Tuning In: What Is The Federal Vision? R. Scott Clark 
    Resources on Norman Shepherd - Heidelblog 
    Background on the Curr Salvation Controversy by R. Scott Clark 
    Salvation by Grace Alone Through Faith Alone in Christ Alone by Rachel Miller 
    Back to the Reformed Confessions and Catechisms by Rachel Miller 
    “Reformed” is Definitely Enough:
    A critique of Douglas Wilson’s book, “Reformed” is not Enough”
    By Dr. C. Matthew McMahon
    URCNA Report on the Federal Vision and Justification
    OPC Report on Justification 
    RCUS Study Committee on the Federal Vision’s Doctrine of Justification
    Just In Time For Reformation Day: The Return Of The Federal Visionists (And Their Allies) by R. Scott Clark 
    Heidelcast 131: The Heidelcast Is Back And So Is The Federal Vision
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    1 hr 17 min
  • The Trinity – Eternal Functional Subordination with Glenn Butner
    This week, Coleen and Rachel discuss the doctrine of the Trinity and eternal functional subordination with Glenn Butner. Glen has written The Son Who Learned Obedience: A Theological Case Against the Eternal Submission of the Son. 
    Episode Resources:
    The Son Who Learned Obedience: A Theological Case Against the Eternal Submission of the Son
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    54 min
  • Creeds and Confessions
    Theology Gals | Episode 136
    This week Coleen and Rachel discuss the importance of the creeds and confessions. 
    Episode Resources:
    A Call for Theological Triage and Christian Maturity by Albert Mohler
    Know The Creeds and Councils by Justin S. Holcomb 
    Know The Creeds and Councils (Justin S. Holcomb) Zondervan Academic 
    Know The Creeds and Councils Video Study, Session 1: Apostle’s Creed (Justin Holcomb) 
    If the Creeds Aren’t Infallible, Why Use Them? by Michael Horton
    This We Believe by Carl R. Trueman
    Why Christians Need Confessions by Carl R. Trueman
    The Creedal Imperative by Carl Trueman
    Dr. Carl R. Trueman – No Creed but the Bible? Video
    The Lost Soul of American Protestantism by D. G. Hart
    Memory Work Notebook by Paul Settle
    Catechism Resources
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    39 min
  • Pregnancy and Infant Loss, and Infertility
    Theology Gals | Episode 135
    This week Coleen and Rachel talk about pregnancy and infant loss, and infertility. 
    This episode deals with sensitive subjects. 
    Episode Resources:
    Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness by Rachel Miller
    People Say Stupid Things: What Not to Say When a Baby Dies by Rachel Miller
    Innocence Lost…. And Regained by Rachel Miller
    Perinatal Hospice & Palliative Care
    Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep – Remembrance Portraits 
    A Beautiful Remembrance – Gifts for those grieving the loss of a child through death, stillbirth, and miscarriage. 
    A Heart Set Free: A Journey to Hope Through the Psalms of Lament by Christina Fox 
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    59 min

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Theology Gals is a podcast by women on Reformed Theology. Coleen and Rachel bring a biblical, reformed Christian perspective to the table. They discuss theology, studying God's word and the importance…

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