The Daily Reformation Podcast

Continuing the current series on systematic theology, Jason discusses the doctrine of God, known as Theology Proper. Hope it’s helpful! Section Timestamps: 1:15 - Introduction 4:01 - The Existence of God 10:35 - The Names of God 19:18 - The Attributes of God 45:41 - The Triunity of God 1:04:00 - The Will of God 1:15:54 - The Creative Work of God 1:22:27 - Conclusion

Jason begins a new series on systematic theology, starting with the doctrine of Scripture known as bibliology. Enjoy! Section Timestamps: 2:48 - Introduction 5:01 - Revelation 24:06 - Inspiration 1:12:31 - Canonization 1:25:39 - Transmission 1:32:49 - Translation 1:41:16 - Inerrancy & Infallibility 1:50:36 - Authority 1:51:54 - Sufficiency 1:55:33 - Perspicuity 1:58:00 - Illumination & Interpretation 2:13:46 - Conclusion Texts of Scripture Cited: Psalm 19:1-2, Romans 1:19-20, Matthew 5:45b, Acts 14:17, Daniel 2:21, Romans 2:14-15, John 1:18, John 14:10, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Matthew 22:31b, Matthew 4:4, 7, 10, John 10:35b, Matthew 12:40, Matthew 19:4-5, Matthew 22:39, John 17:17, Mark 12:36, Matthew 15:3, Matthew 5:17-18, Luke 4:16-21, John 5:39, Luke 24:25-27, Luke 24:44, Luke 22:20, Matthew 26:28, Mark 14:24, John 14:26, Matthew 28:18-20, John 6:63, Luke 21:33, Matthew 24:35, Mark 13:31, John 16:13, Hebrews 1:1-2, Ephesians 2:20, 2 Peter 3:16, 1 Timothy 5:18, 1 Corinthians 14:37, Revelation 1:1-3, Revelation 22:18-19, John 10:27, Mark 16:9-20, John 7:53-8:11, 1 John 5:7, Psalm 14:1, 1 Corinthians 2:12-14, 2 Timothy 2:7, 2 Peter 3:15-17 Additional Scriptural Texts for Further Study: Psalm 119, Hebrews 4:12, 1 Peter 2:2 Some Sources Utilized for Research: Dan McCartney, Charles Clayton (Let the Reader Understand) Joel Beeke (Reformed Systematic Theology, Vol. 1) Norman L. Geisler, William E. Nix (From God to Us) John Brown of Haddington (Systematic Theology) Paul Enns (The Moody Handbook of Theology) Craig D. Allert (A High View of Scripture) Walter E. Elwell (The Portable Seminary) Herman Bavinck (Reformed Dogmatics) R.C. Sproul (Everyone’s a Theologian) Louis Berkhof (Systematic Theology) John MacArthur (The Inerrant Word) Thomas Watson (A Body of Divinity) Michael J. Kruger (Canon Revisited) Gregg Allison (Historical Theology) W. Robert Godfrey (Sola Scriptura)

After a brief important announcement at the beginning, Jason evaluates five of the most thought-provoking opinions to close out Daily Reformation’s series going through various controversial viewpoints. Hope it’s a blessing! Here are the timestamps: 2:47 “You don't have to go to church to be a Christian but it's good to go” 6:44 “Christians shouldn't dress up on Halloween” 11:40 “Women should and must be keepers at home” 16:27 “America should be a Christian theocracy republic” 21:55 “A lot of Catholics are saved”

The third part in Daily Reformation's ongoing series going through various unpopular opinions. Enjoy! Here are the timestamps: 1:18 “Old people are better friends than young people” 3:45 “Many Christians’ obsession with Trump is cult-like” 7:37 “Lusting is your own personal sin, you can't blame it on someone who is immodest” 9:27 “Women do have some control over whether or not they cause men to stumble” 10:39 “Masks do not help” 13:56 “Progressive Christianity is not Christianity” 16:48 “God doesn't love everyone equally” 20:49 “Children should stay in the worship service. Children's church isn't biblical” 23:36 “Online worship is not worship” 27:17 “Cereal is a soup” 28:55 “Monarchy is a superior system to democracy”

This week on the podcast Jason picks up where he left off on the last episode, going through some controversial opinions and subjects that were submitted by listeners through the @daily.reformation IG page. Here are the timestamps: 1:43 - “God predestines who will be saved” 5:52 - “Most charismatic churches focus too much on feelings rather than on the Word” 7:58 - “Neglecting to sing Psalms in corporate worship is disobedience” 9:50 - “Most contemporary Christian music is terrible and unoriginal” 11:36 - “More than half of the worlds ‘proclaiming’ Christians aren't actually saved” 15:00 - “A hotdog is a sandwich” 16:34 - “Speaking in tongues doesn't really happen anymore” 18:50 - “Being godly in daily life that no one sees is more important than ‘being involved at church’” 21:14 - “Women should wear head coverings in church” 23:58 - “Christians shouldn't drink alcohol” 26:54 - “Hyper theatrical worship is still acceptable worship” Music: “Amazing Grace” by Citizens & Saints ℗ BEC Recordings (Madison Park) All Rights Reserved. Used By Permission.

After a fascinating discussion via the Instagram stories on the @daily.reformation account the other day, Jason goes over some of the many different "unpopular opinions" that were shared and voted on. Enjoy! Timestamps: 2:37 "Baptism is required for salvation" 6:24 "Pineapple belongs on pizza" 7:28 "Guys should make the first move" 9:33 "Women shouldn't preach to men" 12:25 "Youth group does more harm than good" 14:42 "French fires are vegetables" 15:32 "Christians shouldn't watch secular TV" 18:07 "Alcohol is not inherently sinful" 20:31 "Chick-fil-a is overrated" 21:42 "The death penalty is biblical" 25:17 "Mission trips are often just ego-boosters" 27:53 "Bacon is not that good" 28:46 "Christians shouldn't send their kids to public school"

This past Friday, two of the most popular worship groups (Elevation and Maverick City) just released a collaboration project called "Old Church Basement." On this week's episode of the podcast, Jason discerningly analyzes the lyrics of this record in order to bring to light some of the doctrinal issues with Elevation's teaching and emphasis. Hope it's helpful! Intro/Outro Music: “Amazing Grace” by Citizens & Saints ℗ BEC Recordings (Madison Park) All Rights Reserved. Used By Permission.

On this week's episode, instead of a topical study, Jason simply delves into a famous and powerful text of Scripture known as the Carmen Christi or "hymn to Christ" in Philippians 2. Hope it's an encouragement! Music: “Amazing Grace” by Citizens & Saints ℗ BEC Recordings (Madison Park) All Rights Reserved. Used By Permission.

After a 4-week break, Jason is back with an episode on the importance of good theology especially in regards to the Gospel itself.\n\nIn the episode Jason begins by going through a concise gospel presentation found on Instagram that represents a common trend today of turning the gospel upside down by making us victims rather than perpetrators, also making us the main focus rather than Christ. After going over this, Jason plays a famous clip from Rev. Voddie Baucham Jr. relevant to the topic of the episode.\n\nHope it\'s an encouragement! God bless.\n\nAlso as you may have noticed, DailyRef has new music!\n“Amazing Grace” by Citizens & Saints\n℗BEC Recordings (Madison Park)\nAll Rights Reserved. Used By Permission.

Wanted to let everyone know I\'m planning to temporarily step away from the podcast for a brief 4-week hiatus to dedicate time to focus on deeper studying of theology and the Word, so that I can improve the quality in the long-term and ultimately better glorify God through the content.\n\nGod bless you all, and I\'ll be back soon!

Assurance of salvation is one of the most practical and significant theological concepts found in all of Scripture, yet so many of us struggle with it on daily basis. How can we have full confidence and assurance of our salvation in Christ? On this week\'s episode Jason seeks to answer that question biblically. Hope it\'s helpful!\n\nHere are some of the texts of Scripture referenced in the episode:\nHebrews 7:24-26, John 6:39, John 10:27-29, Romans 8:1, 33-35, Hebrews 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Romans 9:16, Philippians 1:6, 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24, 2 Peter 1:10, 2 Peter 1:5-13, John 3:16, John 5:24, Romans 10:9-13, James 2:19, John 14:15, Rev. 13:8, Revelation 3:19-20, 1 John 5:13, 1 John 1:8-9, 1 John 2:3, 1 John 3:23, 1 John 3:23, 1 John 4:8,1 John 3:9, 1 John 5:18, 1 John 4:13, Romans 8:16, 2 Corinthians 3:18\n\nMusic: \"Arrival of the Lore\" by Courtland Urbano

This week Jason walks through what Scripture says about total depravity and the human will in regards to salvation, and specifically the question of whether or not man naturally has the ability to choose the things of God. Hope it's a helpful summary! Here are some of the texts referenced in the episode: Genesis 3:1-24 Romans 5:12 1 Corinthians 15:22 Ephesians 2:1-3 Ecclesiastes 9:3 Jeremiah 17:9 (in the episode I somehow said Hebrews 17:9 accidentally haha) Romans 3:10-12 Romans 1:21 2 Timothy 3:7 John 8:34 Romans 8:7-8 1 Corinthians 2:14 1 Corinthians 1:18 John 6:44 Ephesians 2:4-5 Colossians 2:13 2 Corinthians 5:17 Ezekiel 36:26 Philippians 1:29 John 6:37 Romans 8:30 Matthew 11:27 Acts 13:48 Music: "Arrival of the Lore" by Courtland Urbano

In today's world, the topic of homosexuality and the LGBTQ movement seem to be front and center in the cultural conversation. As Biblical Christians how should we view this, and how can we lovingly address the subject with balance and clarity? On this week's episode, Jason seeks to explain and explore what Scripture says about this topic and how these texts ought to be properly understood and applied. Music: "Arrival of the Lore" by Courtland Urbano

The question of who Christ's death on the cross was intended to save is a very fascinating yet controversial one that has been debated throughout church history. This week on the podcast, Jason seeks to Biblically explain and defend the view that Jesus died to save particularly the elect (those graciously chosen by God for salvation), and not every single human being on earth. Yet Jason also acknowledges that this view is not a dogmatic essential worth dividing over. Nevertheless, hopefully the episode is a helpful explanation! The song mentioned at the end of the episode is called ”Mission Accomplished” by Shai Linne For Scripture references and further clarification on this doctrine, check out the following link to a highlight on the Daily Reformation IG page: https://www.instagram.com/s/aGlnaGxpZ2h0OjE4MDU5MDkwNDQwMjczNzAy?igshid=dyfra7nssvsh&story_media_id=2514812874163275122 Intro/outro music: “Arrival of the Lore” by Courtland Urbano

This week Jason discusses the tragic story of Ravi Zacharias, after the conclusions of a thorough investigation were publicly released just recently. How could this sort of thing happen? Was he truly saved? Should we now throw out his teaching? What do we make of this? Christianity Today Article: https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2021/february/ravi-zacharias-rzim-investigation-sexual-abuse-sexting-rape.html RZIM Report and Open Letter: https://www.rzim.org/read/rzim-updates/board-statement Music: "Arrival of the Lore" by Courtland Urbano

This week Jason surveys much of the Bible's teaching on the subject of sanctification and its practical implications for the daily Christian life. Hope it's helpful and encouraging to you! Below are some of the texts of Scripture referenced in the episode: Hebrews 13:12, 1 Corinthians 6:11, Hebrews 10:14, Philippians 1:6, Hebrews 12:14, 2 Peter 1:5-8, Philippians 2:12-13, John 15:15, Ephesians 2:8-10, Colossians 3:5, 1 Thessalonians 4:3, 2 Peter 1:10, 1 John 3:2, 2 Corinthians 3:18, 2 Peter 3:18. Intro and outro music: "Arrival of the Lore" by Courtland Urbano

For this week's episode Jason is joined by Marcie Morris from the Instagram account @ProvokedToProclaim. They discuss the dangers of the famous personality test and typological tool known as the Enneagram, and also the importance of doctrine and discernment in general. Hopefully it's helpful! Here are some of the resources mentioned in the episode: Provoked to Proclaim IG post on the Enneagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CKWaDHDFQ5T/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Marcia Montenegro CANA website: http://www.christiananswersforthenewage.org Doreen Virtue Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/pFkYsry9njY

This week Jason is joined by two good friends and fellow podcasters Nick Campbell & Paul Tkaczuk to answer your theology questions on everything from evangelism to the enneagram. Enjoy! Christ is the Cure podcast and website: https://christisthecure.org Peals of Thunder podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peals-of-thunder/id1513103843 Below is a list of all the questions addressed in the episode: -If once saved always saved, what do you think of Ravi Zacharias? Was he saved if he was living in habitual sin? -Could you explain Matthew 7:1-2 “judge not..”? -Thoughts on Enneagram? Is it cultist? Should Christians associate with it? -What is your view on images depicting Christ in movies painting, etc? Is this acceptable or does it violate the 2nd commandment? -Propitiation and expiation - how are they connected, or are they not connected at all? -How do I present the Gospel to unbelievers? -How is God just in predestination? -Can you lose your salvation? Or if you fall away did you ever really have it? -What’s your view on communion? -What does the Bible say about self-love? -What is a theologically sound answer to the claim that God created evil and is therefore evil? If God is infinitely holy should that not eliminate the capability of sin originating? How to simply answer the problem of evil? -Would you say belief in the trinity is an essential Christian doctrine? Why/why not? Is it wrong to have fellowship with someone who denies trinity -Are all sins equal? -After preaching the gospel according to the Bible what is left for the sinner to do? -The relationship between imputed righteousness and Christ’s active obedience? -Is heaven a physical place (a renewed earth when Jesus arrives)?

What does the Bible say about predestination? What are the different views and interpretations of election? All this and more on today's episode of Daily Reformation! For Scriptural texts cited in this episode, see the following link: http://www.openbible.info/topics/election Music: "Arrival of the Lore" by Courtland Urbano

This week Jason seeks to Biblically address the common trend of therapeutic self-help teaching within professing Christianity. The discussion is based on a recent post on DailyRef's IG account (@daily.reformation). Hopefully it's helpful and thought-provoking! Here are all the names of the teachers mentioned: 9 Motivational Speakers: -Mike Todd -Chad Veach -Judah Smith -Steven Furtick -Carl Lentz -Craig Groeschel -Rich Wilkerson Jr. -Jeremy Foster -Stephen Chandler 9 Biblical Preachers: -Voddie Baucham -Paul Washer -Steven Lawson -Alistair Begg -John MacArthur -David Platt -Costi Hinn -John Piper -H.B. Charles Jr. Keep in mind, the first 9 are not all 100% wrong and the last 9 are not all 100% right, but the general focus and emphasis of both groups is quite consistent: the former, man-centered and therapeutic; the latter, Christ-centered and Biblical.