Theology Gals

Theology Gals | Episode 115

On this week's episode Coleen and Angela discuss Church history with Dan Van Voorhis.

Episode Resources:

Christian History Almanac  podcast

1517 Academy

Soul of Christianity podcast

Calvin F. Bruce Gordon

A History of Christianity: The First Three Thousand Years by Diarmaid MacCulloch

Brand Luther: How an Unheralded Monk Turned His Small Town into a Center of Publishing, Made Himself the Most Famous Man in Europe--and Started the Protestant Reformation by Andrew Pettegree

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On this week's episode Coleen and Angela will be discussing MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) with Stephanie Schumacher. Stephanie has written a wonderful article about MOPS. Check out Stephanie's article Why Your Church (and You, Believer) Should Stop Associating with MOPS International. Check out our more extensive resource sheet for this episode here.

A Note From Coleen:

Theology Gals exists to encourage women in the study of God's Word, sound theology and discernment. When we became aware of the problems with MOPS International, we knew this was an important topic that needed to be addressed. I have spent a lot of my time the last month researching MOPS, including reading Mandy Arioto's (President and CEO of MOPS) books and speaking with ladies that are currently and were previously involved in MOPS, some in leadership positions.

We are aware that women have various experiences with MOPS as each program can be run differently. We are also aware that some of these programs are diligent in sharing the gospel clearly each week, which we are grateful for. We have been informed of a possible gospel presentation in the MOPS Christmas and/or Easter videos. Our concerns are still the same. The true gospel is not clear in Mandy's books and it is not central to the MOPS program.

While we state our case strongly, we are not saying anything new. I think most, if not all of  our concerns have been communicated by others to both Mandy Arioto and the MOPS board. You can find the same concerns in "1 star" reviews regarding Mandy's books on both Amazon and ChristianBook. Sarah Wilkins brought up many of the same concerns in 2016 in her Open Letter to MOPS. As I mention at the end of the episode "when the faith is on the line, the tone is necessarily strong" quoting this article.

I have spoken with women that have brought their concerns to MOPS and some that even spoke with Mandy directly. I'm aware of some of the responses and accusations that may come our way. We are speaking out because we love God and our neighbor, because we love The Church, .

I know that one of MOPS responses to concerns has to do with the number of women that "get saved" at MOPS each year. I have heard stories of some of the testimonies of these women and I'm convinced that some counted in those numbers have no idea what the gospel is. This means they still need the gospel. I have no doubt that some women have come to saving faith in Christ through MOPS programs, I've spoken with a few myself. However, we believe that it is necessary for doctrinally sound, gospel preaching churches, to separate from MOPS. We discuss the reasons in detail in the episode.

~Coleen Sharp

Theology Gals host

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Episode Resources:

Extended Resource sheet for this episode

Discernment: Growing Up In Christ Theology Gals Episode

What is the Gospel? Michael Horton (video)

Open Letter of Concern Over MOPS International Sarah Wilkins

MOPS and Its Move Away from Biblical Christianity Sarah Wilkins

Mysticism: We Don’t Need You Theology Gals Episode

Moralistic Therapeutic Deism Theology Gals Episode

Christless Christianity Michael Horton (video)

Christless Christianity: The Alternative Gospel of the American Church by Michael Horton (book)

Tone Deaf Ref by Carl Trueman

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Theology Gals | Episode 113

On this episode Kerry Baldwin joins the gals to discuss Rachel Jankovic’s new book, You Who? They discuss themes from the book regarding philosophy, identity, theology, and the implications.

Episode Resources:

You Who? Why Rachel Jankovic is Wrong on Identity by Kerry Baldwin

Resources from Theology Gals episode on Rachel Jankovic’s errors concerning identity and obedience

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Theology Gals | Episode 112

Coleen and Angela tackle the Lordship controversy on this week's episode. The controversy was a debate between dispensationalists and yet some in the Reformed will claim to hold to Lordship Salvation. The gals explain how both sides are inconsistent with confessional Reformed theology.

Episode Resources:

The Lordship Controversy - Michael Horton

Lordship Salvation - Reformed Brotherhood 

Christ the Lord: The Reformation and Lordship Salvation edited by Michael Horton

Can I Have Assurance by R. Scott Clark

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Theology Gals | Episode 111

Coleen and Angela talk with Darby Stouffer, granddaughter of R. C. Sproul. They discuss the good and the bad about celebrity pastors and how we can have a balanced approach. Darby  tells some stories about her grandfather, R.C. Sproul. She also talks about her business, Darby's dresses, and offers some tips for other moms that work from home.

Darby's Dresses 15% off discount code: THEOLOGY15

Episode Resources:

Darby's Dresses (Facebook Group)

Darby's Dresses Boutique (Facebook Group)

Darby's Dresses (website)

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Theology Gals | Episode 110

This week Coleen and Angela address being wise with our money. Below you'll find an outline of the topics discussed.

Budgeting

Budgeting software options

Work on your budget together as a couple

Budget for everything

Getting out of debt

Pay off highest interest debts first

Pay more than the minimum

If you aren't carrying a balance on your credit card DON'T START!

Saving

Emergency Funds

Saving for bigger purchases

Christmas

Vacations

Home improvements

Cars

Saving for retirement (which will tie in with investing)

Investing

Types of investments

Debt (bonds)

Real Estate

Equity (stocks)

Derivative investments (options, hedges, other very complex instruments)

Why Invest

Inflation

Lifetime avg return on the market

Basics

Start early

Max it out, get every match dollar

Diversify (talk about risk)

Individual stocks >40

Mutual funds

Diversify across asset type as well

Shift strategy with age

Not so great financial decisions

MLMs

Credit cards

Buying too much house

Viewing a car as an investment

Not saving for retirement

Whole life insurance

Giving

Teaching children to be wise.

Young children

Teenagers

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Theology Gals | Episode 109

On this week's episode, Coleen, Angela and Ashley discuss the tendency to overcorrect in response to certain errors. In response to purity culture, some say, “I'll wear whatever I want.” Is that the Biblical response? They also discuss overcorrection to feminism and patriarchy.

Episode Resources:

Modesty | Theology Gals Episode

Purity Culture with Rebecca Lemke | Theology Gals Episode

Eternal Subordination of the Son with Rachel Miller | Theology Gals Episode

Patriarchy with Rachel Miller | Theology Gals Episode

Patriarchy Part 2 | Theology Gals Episode

Feminism | Theology Gals Episode

Of course leggings are sexually arousing. Duh by Suzzane Venker

 

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Theology Gals | 108

This week Coleen and Angela answer listener questions. Topics discussed include “Christian” yoga, spiritual formation, Calvinism and evangelism, teaching and ruling elders, connecting spiritually with your husband.

Episode Resources:

Discernment: Growing Up In Christ | Episode 81 Theology Gals

Mysticism, We Don’t Need You | Episode 86 Theology Gals

Evangelism | Episode 68 Theology Gals

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Theology Gals | Episode 107

On this week's episode, Coleen and Angela discuss Rachel Hollis’ new book, Girl, Stop Apologizing

Episode Resources:

Girl, Check Your Theology Theology Gals Episode

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Theology Gals | Episode 106

This week Coleen and Angela talk with Rachel Miller about feminism.

Topics Discussed:

What is feminism?

The history of the feminist movement.

Positive aspects of first wave feminism

How the feminist movement has changed.

Distinguishing between Biblical and cultural principles.

What Scripture really says about Biblical Womanhood.

And more….

Episode Resources:

The Essential Feminist Reader

Subverted: How I Helped the Sexual Revolution Hijack the Women’s Movement  by Sue Ellen Browder

No, I’m Not a Feminist or an Egalitarian by Rachel Miller

My 2 Cents: Feminism, Stereotypes, and Experiences by Rachel Miller

Eternal Subordination of the Son with Rachel Miller Theology Gals

Patriarchy with Rachel Miller Theology Gals

Patriarchy Part 2 Theology Gals

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