The London Lyceum

The London Lyceum seeks to encourage serious thinking for a serious church by creating an intellectual culture of charity, curiosity, and critical thinking. Find out more about us at our website: www.thelondonlyceum.com

The London Lyceum is a religion podcast hosted by Jordan Steffaniak, with 427 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Jordan Steffaniak hosts The London Lyceum, a religion show with 427 episodes published.

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  Eternal Justification, Hyper Calvinism, and Antinomianism with Garrett Walden

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  Jordan talks with Garrett Walden about eternal justification, exploring its historical context, theological implications, and its association with hyper-Calvinism and antinomianism. Garrett shares his background and interest in John Gill's theology, discussing the distinctions between virtual and actual justification, and the importance of understanding imminent and transient acts in the context of justification. The conversation also touches on the risks of normalizing eternal justification in contemporary discussions and the historical debates surrounding the doctrine. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Eternal Justification 01:44 Garrett Walden's Background and Interest 07:25 Understanding Hyper-Calvinism 12:01 Defining Hyper-Calvinism and Its Implications 14:30 Antinomianism: A Related Concept 16:06 The Association of Hyper-Calvinism with Baptists 17:48 Exploring Eternal Justification 19:34 Virtual vs. Actual Justification 23:06 The Distinction Between Imminent and Transient Acts 27:01 Gill vs. Turretin on Justification 29:26 The Risks of Normalizing Eternal Justification 39:11 The Historical Context of Justification Discussions 43:13 Personal Reflections on the Doctrine of Justification Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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  Creation Care with Andrew Spencer

  —47 min

  Jordan and Chris talk with Andrew Spencer about his book on creation care. They cover topics like: What do we mean when we speak of creation care? What is a theology of creation care? How should we think about it well? What do you mean when you say that orthodox evangelical theology leads to an ethics of creation care? What is the importance of hope for creation care? What does despair do? Why care for the world if it's going to burn? What are some practical ways we can care for the environment well? And more! Resources: 1) Hope for God's Creation: Stewardship in an Age of Futility , Andrew Spencer 2) Inherit the Holy Mountain: Religion and the Rise of American Environmentalism , Mark Stoll 3) How to Think Seriously About the Planet , Roger Scruton Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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  The Literary Structure of John with Jim Hamilton

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  In this episode Zach Williams talks with Jim Hamilton about his journey to writing about the literary structure of the Gospel of John. They explore the importance of understanding the interpretive perspective of biblical authors, the various literary structures present in Scripture, and how these elements enhance our reading and interpretation of the Bible. Dr. Hamilton emphasizes the significance of repeated reading and memorization of Scripture for deeper understanding, and he provides practical advice for both lay readers and those in teaching roles. Resources: 1) In the Beginning Was the Word: Finding Meaning in the Literary Structure of the Gospel of John Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast 02:08 Meet Dr. Jim Hamilton: A Passionate Biblical Scholar 02:36 The Journey to Writing on the Gospel of John 04:42 Understanding the Interpretive Perspective of Biblical Authors 09:32 Exploring Literary Structures in the Bible 16:42 The Pervasiveness of Literary Structures Across Texts 22:42 The Impact of Literary Structure on Understanding John's Gospel 24:16 Understanding the Literary Structure of John 27:11 The Importance of Chiastic Structures 31:57 Addressing Criticism of Literary Analysis 37:41 Patterns in John's Other Writings 40:21 Practical Advice for Bible Readers 44:43 Incorporating Literary Structures in Preaching Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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  Herman Bavinck with Bruce Pass

  —42 min

  In this episode, Jordan Steffaniak talks with Dr. Bruce Pass about the theological contributions of Herman Bavinck. They explore Bavinck's historical context, his critiques of Protestant orthodoxy, and the significance of his work in contemporary theology. The conversation also highlights the challenges of translating Bavinck's writings and the importance of engaging with both historical and modern theological ideas. Pass shares insights from his recent translation project and edited volume on Bavinck, emphasizing the need for theologians to understand the past while addressing present challenges. Resources: 1) The Foremost Problems of Contemporary Dogmatics: On Faith, Knowledge, and the Christian Tradition , trans. Bruce Pass and Gert De Kok 2) Herman Bavinck: Centenary Essays , edited by Bruce Pass Chapters 00:00 Creating an Intellectual Culture 01:21 Introduction to Herman Bavinck 06:29 Engaging with Bavinck's Theological Vision 11:04 The Significance of Bavinck's Lectures 14:55 Bavinck's Critique of Protestant Orthodoxy 17:50 Bavinck's Historical Context and Methodology 21:09 New Essays on Bavinck's Theology 26:08 Bavinck's Influence on Psychology and Counseling 30:09 The Need for Contemporary Theologians 33:02 Exploring Bavinck and Barth 36:42 Forming Future Theologians Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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  Christological Agency and John Owen with Ty Kieser

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  In this episode Jordan talks with Ty Kieser about Christological agency and the nature of divine action especially as its found in John Owen's work. They explore the proper task of theology, the complexities of agency in Christology, and how Owen's insights can guide contemporary theological discussions. They also cover various aspects of Reformed Christology, including the concept of instrumentality, the implications of Spirit Christology, the theological influences on John Owen, the challenges of addressing Nestorianism, the distinctions between Eastern and Western theological traditions, and provide practical advice for aspiring educators in the field. 1) Theandric and Triune: John Owen and Christological Agency , Ty Kieser Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast 02:06 Exploring Theandric and Triune: John Owen's Influence 05:56 The Proper Task of Theology 10:11 Understanding Agency in Christology 17:58 Navigating the Complexities of Divine Agency 25:10 Exploring Instrumentality in Reformed Christology 28:30 Spirit Christology: A New Perspective 32:10 John Owen's Theological Influences 33:49 Addressing Nestorianism in Reformed Thought 35:54 East vs. West: Theological Distinctions 37:56 Advice for Aspiring Theological Educators 41:46 Balancing Teaching and Family Life 43:25 Upcoming Projects and Collaborations Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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