How can church history strengthen the church today? What can we learn from the bold men and women of old for the days ahead of us? Which heresies and false doctrine can we avoid by looking at those who protected truth before us? In this episode of the Theologian Series, pastor Dale Partridge interviews Dr. Dustin Benge about why all Christians should study church history. 

Dr. Benge is the Provost and professor of church history and preaching at Union School of Theology in the United Kingdom. Dr. Benge is the author of several books and is the host of the Walking Worthy podcast. In this discussion, Dustin and Dale discuss why Christians must seek to have a working knowledge of Church History and how having this knowledge can protect themselves and their families against false doctrine and bad theology.

Vital Lessons From Church History with Dustin Benge and Dale Partridge

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As secularism erodes at society’s remaining Christian values, many are running to the Roman Catholic Church for a sense of stability. But big institutions aren’t safe if they’re dead. Join Dale Partridge as he discusses the allure and danger of the Roman Catholic Church.

The Allure and Danger of Roman Catholicism

In today's episode, we're delving deeper into our ongoing series on postmillennialism. Specifically, we'll be exploring the fascinating realm of Kingdom parables. If you've been following along, you'll know that this is part five of our series. In earlier episodes, we tackled topics like pessimistic eschatology and the gospel's impact on society. We even discussed the gradual salvation of the world. Today, we're continuing our exploration of the parables, focusing on two pivotal Kingdom parables and their implications for a postmillennial perspective. So, get ready for another insightful discussion as we unravel the mysteries of these parables and their significance in shaping our worldview.

Part 5: Postmillennialism and the Kingdom Parables

In this episode of Real Christianity, host Dale Partridge continues the captivating exploration of optimistic eschatology. With three insightful episodes already behind us, Dale guides listeners through a profound discussion on the triumph of Christ versus the gradualism of God. Unveiling the concept that the resurrection of Christ will outpace and outperform the fall of Adam, this episode promises to ignite thought and reflection on the victorious nature of Christ's redemption. Join us as we delve into this compelling conversation, offering fresh insights into the unparalleled victory found in Christ.

Part 4: How God Gradually Saves the World

In this episode of Real Christianity, Pastor Dale Partridge discusses how the gospel doesn’t only shape spiritual matters, but also societal matters.

Part 3: How the Gospel Ought to Shape Society

Welcome to part 2 of our discussion on The Paralysis of Pessimistic Eschatology. In this episode, we explore the fascinating realm of architecture, drawing a captivating parallel between the monumental cathedrals of the past, constructed over centuries for the greater good, and the contemporary trend of investing only a fraction of that time in building churches. Consider, for a moment, the mindset required to initiate a project that your great-great-great-grandchildren might witness completed. It's a testament to kingdom thinking and a reflection on what it means to contribute to something enduring for the greater good, beyond our immediate influence. Join us as we unravel the significance of these majestic cathedrals as pieces of architecture that communicate far beyond their physical structure.

Vital Lessons From Church History with Dustin Benge and Dale Partridge

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