Christians are called to live in unity with one another, but that is often a difficult task. Like any family, we have differences and deal with conflict. Paul shares the one way we can live in harmony with other believers: by humbling ourselves as Christ did. That may seem impossible to some, but we have … Continue reading "Theology Unfiltered 012: Philippians Chapter 2:1-11"

What does it mean to be a faithful follower of Jesus Christ? How do we deal with the various trials and circumstances of life? Can we live a life “worthy of the gospel”? Paul has a lot to say about these things in his letter to the Philippian church. The theological richness of this text … Continue reading "Theology Unfiltered 011: Philippians Chapter 1"

Communion is a very important sacrament in the life of the Christian. It is a true means of grace for the believer to remember what Christ has done, proclaim His death, restore broken fellowship and so much more. We discuss different views and what it means to take it in a worthy manner honoring Christ … Continue reading "Theology Unfiltered 010: Communion"

What is baptism? Why is it important and how are we to think about it? Traditions vary widely in their theology and practice of baptism. It is a primary sacrament of the church and is sometimes undervalued and misunderstood by professing believers. In this episode, we talk about what the Bible teaches and how the … Continue reading "Theology Unfiltered 009: Baptism"

We continue our discussion this week with the Arminian response to the five points of Calvinism. Do Calvinists and Arminians agree on anything? Can a person lose their salvation? What about the grace of God? Or the sovereignty of God? These questions are important to how we view God and live out our faith before … Continue reading "Theology Unfiltered 008: Calvinism vs. Arminianism, Part 2"

In this episode the centuries-old debate between Calvinism and Arminianism will finally be settled. Well, not quite, but we will have a good time sharing our opposing views in this two-part discussion. What part, if any, do we play in our own salvation? Does God elect and predestine our salvation, or do we have free … Continue reading "Theology Unfiltered 007: Calvinism vs. Arminianism, Part 1"

We continue our discussion of soteriology and get into the subject of the atonement. What did Christ accomplish on the cross? What is the effect on us and for us? Why did God have to provide a sacrifice for us? The big point here is that Christ gets all the credit and no one receives … Continue reading "Theology Unfiltered 006: The Doctrine of Salvation, Part 2"

The doctrine of salvation, or Soteriology as we stuffy theologians like to call it, is a subject that affects every human being on the planet. The need for salvation is universal. All of us fall short of God’s glory and perfection, but most people believe they are “good enough” to go to heaven. However, if … Continue reading "Theology Unfiltered 005: The Doctrine of Salvation, Part 1"

In this episode, we discuss literary genres in the Bible and how they affect our understanding and interpretation of the Scriptures. If we read Scripture without recognizing the genre of a particular text, we can end up with an improper understanding of its meaning and application. That would be no bueno, so join us for … Continue reading "Theology Unfiltered 004: Literary Genres in the Bible"

Jeff and Kevin discuss the topic of hermeneutics, or biblical interpretation in this thrilling episode. What dangers do we face when we interpret the Bible incorrectly? What are some common mistakes that well-meaning Christians fall into as they read the Scriptures? Believers should all care about having a correct understanding of the Bible. To do … Continue reading "Theology Unfiltered 003: Biblical Interpretation"