After a brief hiatus, the boys are back ready to rumble. And for this episode, they have added a fourth guy to help them do so.

Dr. Richard Gamble is Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary, author of The Whole Counsel of God, and (importantly for this episode) a black belt in karate. He joins the 3GTers to answer a question from a listener. What is two kingdom (2K) theology, and how does it relate to the theological perspective of Christ’s mediatorial kingdom (CMK)?

Dr. Gamble warms up by tracing the teaching of the two kingdoms from Augustine to Luther. He then strikes by showing some key distinctions between classical and modern 2K theology. From there, Rick defends the mediatorial kingship of Christ, and then counters 2K with explaining how CMK is a better expression of the Westminster standards and the Scriptures themselves. The episode concludes with the practical outworking of each of these theological perspectives, with CMK’s hand clearly lifted as the winner.

Tune in for some controlled yet vigorous exercise on this episode of 3GT!

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On May 10th, Geneva College will host a dedication event in honor of John Gerstner, as the theological library and papers of this prominent theologian and prolific author are donated by his family to the college. In anticipation of this time, 3GT invited his biographer, Jeffrey McDonald, on the program to interview him about Gerstner.

Dr. McDonald wrote the work John Gerstner and the Renewal of Presbyterian and Reformed Evangelicalism in Modern America. As the guys interview Dr McDonald, we learn of such things as his conversion; the influences that shaped Gerstner’s theology; his ecclesiastical journey and battles; the seminaries, ministries, and movements he influenced; his relationship with men such as R.C. Sproul; and of course his books.

So join the guys as they remember this spiritual giant of man, and if you are in the area on May 10th join us at Geneva College as we do more of the same!

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On this hodgepodge of an episode, the guys have a little fun and discuss the podcast. They “rewind” some of their episodes and point out a few of their blunders. The subjects of angels, Biblical masculinity, and Mary’s conception of Jesus are revisited. A letter from an overseas listener is read and a future topic suggested. The idea of a 3GT-shirt is pondered. Some of the behind-the-scenes details are divulged.

It’s a bit of this and that on this episode of 3GT!

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After clarifying among the three who the real hillbilly is (it’s the one who has goats), the guys get to the true subject at hand. How does a congregation go about evangelism in the age of the internet?

We hear how the Lord used digital mean in the life of the younger two guys (and establish that the hillbilly is also old as he predates the internet). The 3GTers then share how their congregations use apps, web pages, and social media for outreach. They then weigh the pros and cons of doing evangelism through digital means. Finally, they discuss how the very nature of the gospel itself should discourage us away from a latent Gnosticism that relies solely on digital resources and urges us toward “bodily” presence in witnessing to the lost.

So listen along and hopefully be encouraged in telling others the good news of Christ on this episode of 3GT!

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Why do various Reformed denominations – and even those within a denomination – have differing viewpoints regarding whether women should be deacons or not? 3GT attempts to offer a charitable primer on the issue.

They first clarify the marked difference between elders and deacons. Next they explain the three primary practices (and a fourth, less exercised one) regarding women and the diaconate: male-only deacons, women deacons, and non-ordained deaconesses. The 3GTers highlight the case for women deacons, which is the position of the denomination to which they belong. They then discuss how other churches arrive at differing conclusions. Scriptural study, matters of authority, and even the defining parameters of what constitutes a deacon are raised. They conclude with a reminder of how important women’s involvement in mercy ministry is and the need for elders to discuss the service of women like gentlemen.

So tune in and listen along to this episode of 3GT!

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