Three Guys Theologizing (3GT)

After another week away due to some summer fun, the guys are back at it in real fashion. For they tackle the subject of foolish rulers.

In a refreshing change for Barry, Scott and Kyle first discuss all the titles they would like to be called. After that is settled, Domine Borg leads the guys toward defining Biblically what constitutes a fool. When the Right Reverend then intimates the present occupant of the White House may exhibit such qualities, and Barry agrees by pointing to Twitter examples, Esquire Hunt gets fired up. Mr. Attorney calls for equity, as many other presidents and current leaders also fit the bill. From there, the conversation moves on energetically toward such things as how the church can address leaders about their behavior, the need for judgment to begin in the house of God for foolish rulers, and how much the church should long and pray for the civil magistrate to have wisdom. And Bishop Borg even wonders if Barrister Hunt is angling for a Supreme Court nomination!

Here’s an episode sure to get some listeners riled up, so tune in and join the fun on this episode of 3GT!

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One thing the 3GTers realize they have in common. They all are, or at least have been, part of little churches. So they start a conversation about it.

They first define what size church would be classified as a small one. They discuss the advantages of being in a fellowship where everyone knows each other. The concerns and challenges of a smaller congregation are raised. Along the way, some anecdotes are shared and they poke a bit of fun at the bigger guys.

Join the guys as the diminutive is magnified on this episode of Three Guys Theologizing!

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When Sir Scott walks into a home, he’s going to look not in your medicine cabinet but certainly at your library. For he believes, and Kyle and Barry agree, that you can read a man by what he’s reading.

So he peppers the guys with questions about their libraries. What prominent theologians guide their thinking? What books would they recommend to young believers? How might that question be guided when someone is in the early “cage stage” of Calvinism? What modern authors are helpful in shaping the Christian life? What is the favorite book you have in your library? Where does fiction and novels factor in?

Listen and learn more about the guys on another rollicking episode of 3GT!

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After discussing whether the “G” in 3GT should stand for “Gentlemen” to encourage more dignity on the podcast, the gents get down to business on this episode’s topic. Why does the minister hold up his hands and quote a Bible verse at the end of the worship service?

Though seemingly a small ritual, quite a discussion ensues. The prof offers the basic definition of the word benediction. The pastor clarifies that not all Protestant worship services end this way. The parishioner gives some Biblical justification for the practice, then admits that the benediction to him is like that famous bell of Pavlov’s dog as he starts thinking about fellowship lunch. Along the way covenant theology, baptism, Catholicism, ordination, and even the doctrine of election play into the answer. Who knew such a simple practice and question could take the gents to such places!

So get ready to be blessed and tune into this latest episode of 3GT!

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For further reading, see the article “The Benediction of God” in Tabletalk magazine.

Moses’ raised hands, blessing Joshua in the battle against the Amalekites below him, became too heavy to hold up any longer. Yet Aaron and Hur stood on either side and supported his arms in his ministry. Similarly, many pastors become weary in their labors in the pastorate. How can churches support and strengthen them?

The 3GTers tackle this important topic. The unique burdens of pastoral ministry are discussed. Taking care that ministers are not pampered is highlighted. Ways ministers can take care of themselves are given. Ways a congregation can refresh their minister are offered. A unique way RPTS is seeking to help is mentioned.

Shepherds also need shepherding. So listen along and think how you can encourage your pastor on this episode of 3GT!

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