In this episode, James and Jonathan engage in a thought-provoking discussion about Puritanism with Steven Yuille, the director of Puritan Publishing at Reformation Heritage Books and a professor of church history. Today, many people consider the Puritans to be a serious, joyless, dutiful group of people. In fact, it has been said that “a Puritan is mortified by the thought that someone, somewhere, is enjoying themselves.” What is Stephen’s response to this caricature?

I just encourage people to lay all that aside, forget everything they think they know and have ever heard and all the little quips and sounds bites, here, there and floating everywhere, and just go back and read the Puritans, and recognize that when it comes to their approach to the Christian life, the starting point… is this: Theology is the science of living blessedly forever. It might surprise people to discover that the Puritans end up being the opposite of what they are often perceived to be. – Stephen Yuille

Tune in and reconsider your own views as we explore the rise of Puritanism in England, its theological significance, and its implications for personal piety today.

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Show Notes:

Stephen Yuille recommended the Puritan Treasures for Today for listeners. Specifically, these would be great books to start with.

A Perfect Redeemer by William Perkins

The Fountain of Life by John Flavel

The Blessed and Boundless God by George Swinnock (Stephen’s personal favorite)

Today, Jonathan and James engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Matthew Barrett, a professor of Christian theology and editor of the recently released book On Classical Trinitarianism: Retrieving the Nicene Doctrine of the Triune God. Motivated by the longstanding need to retrieve the classical doctrine of the Trinity, Matthew brought together Protestant, Roman Catholic, and Eastern Orthodox scholars to contribute to this important work.

In today’s discussion, they explore the challenges posed by social trinitarianism and its implications for contemporary theology, emphasizing the importance of returning to the Nicene understanding of the Trinity.

The Trinity is not “relevant”; it is the foundation of our faith and understanding of God. – Matthew Barrett

Matthew shares insights on the historical context, the relevance of classical theism, and the foundational pre-commitments necessary for a robust understanding of the doctrine of the Trinity.

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Wherever the Christian should find truth, understand that wherever he may find it, it is his Lord's. – Saint Augustine

In this episode of Theology on the Go, Jonathan and James engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the significance of philosophy for Christians. Delving into the relationship between philosophy and theology, they explore how philosophical inquiry can enhance our understanding of faith, truth, and the world around us.

Good philosophy, even if in the hands of a pagan, is actually the ally of the Christian who loves truth and loves divine wisdom. – James Dolezal

Discover why cultivating a philosophical mindset is essential for defending the truths of Christianity and how it can enrich your theological journey.

Thanks to the generosity of our friends at Reformation Heritage Books, we are pleased to award two copies of James Dolezal’s book, All That Is In God, to our listeners: Mitchell W. from Crowley, TX and Ryan C . from Glendale, AZ.