Sometimes, ideas for 3GT episodes are presented to the guys on a plate—or, perhaps, in this case, a font. Kyle is about to go out on a pastoral call to prepare parents who have just had a child for baptism. So, the 3GTers address this issue to bring clarity to this important Presbyterian practice.

Presbyterians are not the only branch of the church that practices the baptism of babies. The guys first distinguish our practice from that of other bodies, such as Roman Catholics or Lutherans, who can teach the false doctrine of baptismal regeneration. They speak of the promises and signs of the covenant that the Lord has made through the ages of the church, fulfilled in Jesus Christ. They further discern the practice of covenant baptism and baby dedications.

From there, they discuss more pastoral and family issues. How will Kyle prepare this family for baptism? They remind listeners of the baptismal vows of the RPCNA, as they highlight both the Biblical promises of God for our children and the responsibilities Christian parents have in raising their children. The church’s proper role in the life of the family is addressed as well.

Join this episode so you can appreciate further this beautiful picture of the gospel of grace in the life of the Christian family!

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Or should it be Chat 3GPT? Either way, the three guys get together to have a little summer fun at the expense of artificial intelligence. Along the way, the one host accused of yapping too much by a binge-listening new follower promises not to do so on this episode. We’ll let you be the judge if he succeeded!

The guys ask Chat GPT to rate the ministry and work of each cohost. They even get graded in the process! Then, they turn their attention to the podcast itself. What does AI think of 3GT? And perhaps most importantly, what about those listeners in Argentina? You’ll have to listen to find out!

Disclaimer: If you’re looking for their typical dosage of some robust theology, you may want to wait until the next episode. But if you want a laugh at the 3GTers’ expense, this episode is for you!

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On this episode of 3GT, the three guys welcome a fourth. Drew Gordon, Publications Director at Crown & Covenant Publications and a long-time ruling elder of Covenant Fellowship Reformed Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh, joins 3GT to discuss his new book, The Elders of the People: Leadership in Christ’s Church, the latest release in the Grassmarket Press series.

In this interview, Drew calls us back to the Bible’s plain, clear, and practical picture of what good leaders are in the church and society. He shares anecdotes and stories of how he has seen that model work in today’s church—the encouraging and the difficult. He answers questions such as: What makes a good leader? How can you be a leader in your own context? What should everyday leadership look like in the local church? If you are interested in understanding Presbyterianism and the eldership, Drew’s book serves as a companion volume to his good friend and Grassmarket editor Kyle Borg’s book Household of Faith (see 3GT Episode 315).

With so many failures in leadership today, we need to return to the humble, servant-oriented model the Scriptures teach and Drew has exhibited for decades. So tune into this episode of 3GT to learn more, and you might also hear how you can win a free copy!

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With one guy gone putting away bad guys, Kyle runs to the rescue from his children’s track meet to record this episode of Three Guys Theologizing. After he catches his breath and explains the joy of watching his children in track and field, Barry interviews him regarding the topic of courage.

For Pastor Borg had recently spoken on this topic at a Presbytery youth retreat. He explains that he chose this topic to address the youth because, like fish in a river, the currents of our modern world will sweep them away unless they are equipped to swim upstream. He defines biblical courage as “the fruit of faith whereby a person confidently obeys God despite real or perceived dangers.” Kyle highlights ways that fear can diminish our courage, using the life of Peter to illustrate it. He also shares biblical ways that our courage can be strengthened, particularly by developing a greater fear of the Lord.

Not only the church’s youth need fresh measures of boldness; all of God’s people do. So, listen to this episode of 3GT as it may put more courage into your soul!

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Do you know Agur? Rhoda? How about Mnason?  Perhaps these Biblical names appear vaguely familiar to you. Yet do you know their stories? If not, you will want to listen to this podcast and consider reading the book God’s Lesser Knowns by Pastor Brian Coombs. 

Kyle and Scott interview Brian about his purpose in writing the book and the ways he hopes readers will be encouraged. With keen pastoral and practical insight, Brian brings characters like the ones above alive so that you get to know them and, better yet, the Lord Jesus each one was following. And, if the book’s title seems to describe you, your heart will warm to know how vital even the least person in the kingdom of God is to Christ.

Listen to Brian describe his book and how you can win a free copy on this episode of Three Guys Theologizing!

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Finally, the boys are all back behind their mics! Though it has been some time since they were all together, they pick right back up where they left off. After some banter and happy birthday wishes to Kyle, they turn to the topic of men leaving the ministry.

As Jim Davis and Michael Graham chronicle in their book The Great Dechurching, many congregations are bleeding members and closing in America. This phenomenon of the sheep leaving the folds is precipitated by the shepherd leaving them as well. As this article, “A shortage of shepherds,” explains in WORLD, ministers are either quitting their work or contemplating doing so.

The 3GTers discuss and respond to this article. They highlight key points and offer their own ideas about the factors causing pastors to leave. They offer some solutions for addressing this problem.

If you have been affected in any way by The Great Dechurching or The Great Depastoring, then tune into this episode of Three Guys Theologizing!

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Having had difficulty recording due to full schedules, and still down to two with Kyle away, at least Scott and Barry were available to man the mics. Given questions and feedback received from a recent article on Gentle Reformation called “SSA is SSA,” the parishioner and priofessor decide to tackle further the polarizing topic of same-sex attraction.

In the article, Barry makes the point that same-sex attraction is sinful sexual attraction. So the guys engage this issue by making necessary theological distinctions. They look at natural desires, such as hunger, and sinful desires that are idolatrous. They define the difference between temptation and sin. They explain at what points heterosexual and homosexual attraction are similar in being unlawful. They then further distinguish between sinful and righteous heterosexual desires. They show the relationship between this discussion and matters involving such modern concept as self-definition and transsexuality. These discussions lead them to touch on further topics such as original sin, conversion through the gospel, sanctification, and more.

Tune into this episode of Three Guys Theologizing (okay, at least two of them are) to understand how, yes, SSA is SSA!

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On this episode of Three Guys Theologizing, Pastor Ed Blackwood of the Springs Reformed Church of Colorado Spring, CO, joins them to discuss a ministry he has developed called Worship Connected. Ed, who just completed a doctoral project on this subject at Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary, describes this unique approach of connecting family worship of people in a congregation to the weekly worship services.

The 3GTers first discuss with Ed the support for the concept of daily family worship found in the Scriptures and church history, particularly in the Reformed branch. Ed then discusses how congregations are to build their lives and ministries around the Lord’s Day and its worship. Taking these two concepts, he explains his approach to connecting them in his ministry program of Worship Connected.

Pastor Blackwood has his congregation build their family worship times for a week around reading and meditating on passages related to the text he will preach from on a given Lord’s Day. Members of the church are given booklets containing a series of daily readings with questions and worship guidance (see here for samples). Three days of the readings (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) prepare them for the sermon they will hear on the coming Lord’s Day, then another series of readings for three days (Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday) reflect back the message they heard. As Ed says, “What pastor would not want his congregation meditating on his sermons throughout the week?”

Ed explains Worship Connected, gives guidance on how pastors could adopt it in their ministries, and shares the blessing it has been to his congregation. So, have a listen and see if your congregation and pastor might benefit from connecting family worship to corporate worship in this manner!

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After an all-time great introduction by the parishioner, he and the pastor wish the professor a happy birthday before they get to the subject at hand. A listener named Ian wanted the 3GTers to address the subject of church cliques.

Scott begins by distinguishing between factions based on ideological and theological differences, friendships based on natural relationships between church members, and cliques. The guys define a clique as a group of members associating with one another based on theological commitments or friendships of shared experiences who do not readily allow others to join them. They discuss how to address cliques without destroying healthy friendships and fellowship. Biblical themes, personal anecdotes, and shepherding people through overcoming cliques are offered.

For a church to flourish well, this subject must be addressed. Tune in to this offering and find ways to encourage greater fellowship in your congregation!

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Imagine having a podcast episode where Charles Spurgeon is interviewed about his prayer life as a preacher. Undoubtedly, it would be 3GT’s most popular program ever! Well, though you will not hear the Prince of Preachers’ voice in this episode, you will hear from one who has come to know him well through his research and writing.

For the guys welcome Dr. Keeney Dickerson, Baptist pastor and the Founder and Director of Prayeridigm, to Three Guys Theologizing. Keeney has just published a book entitled Spurgeon: The Prayer-Powered Pulpit of the Prince of Preachers. Not only is the title filled with good alliteration, but this book is filled with keen insights into Spurgeon’s life and teaching about the connection of prayer with preaching. Keeney, whose pastoral heart and passion for praying will be heard throughout the interview, offers a wealth of knowledge. He explains how Spurgeon saturated his preaching with prayer, from the first moments of sermon preparation to the time of delivery to the Spirit applying a delivered message. The interview is lively and was a blessing to the 3GTers as Keeney shares anecdotes and golden nuggets of Spurgeon’s wisdom throughout.

You will likewise be blessed as you listen! And, you can even enter to win a free copy of the book if you do so carefully. So tune in to this latest episode of 3GT!

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