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  1. Are the Marian Dogmas Credible?

    16 juni 2023 · 11 min

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    See the full interview here: https://youtu.be/r1Fvxd8VI3s
    See Becket Cook's channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@BecketCook
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    Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  2. Protestant-Orthodox Relationship: The Moment That Defined It

    6 juni 2023 · 18 min

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    In this video I draw three lessons for ecumenical theology from an important but often overlooked dialogue in the 1570s and 1580s between
    Lutheran theologians and Jeremiah II, Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople. In particular, I suggest that the dialogue clarifies two different approaches to catholicity.
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    Read the letter exchange here: https://www.amazon.com/Augsburg-Constantinople-Correspondence-Theologians-Confession/dp/0916586820/
    My video on the Essence-Energies Distinction: https://youtu.be/gvfPICJGcHo

    Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  3. How to Get Assurance of Salvation

    6 juni 2023 · 30 min

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    In this episode I argue that assurance of salvation is possible and then suggest practical steps to pursue it. Lees meer

    Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  4. The Best Case for Jesus' Resurrection with Mike Licona

    25 mei 2023 · 58 min

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    In this video I interview Mike Licona about arguments for the resurrection of Jesus. Mike is one of the world's leading scholars on this topic. Lees meer

    See Mike's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@MikeLiconaOfficial
    Get Mike's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Resurrection-Jesus-New-Historiographical-Approach/dp/0830827196/truthunites-20

    Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  5. Why Believe in Real Presence in the Eucharist?

    25 mei 2023 · 8 min

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    In this video I offer three reasons in about 5 minutes to accept the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist, or the Lord's Supper. Lees meer

    My tweet thread about real presence being the historic Baptist view: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund/status/1608158093824921601
    My dialogue with Brett Salkeld at Gospel Simplicity on this topic: https://youtu.be/UgW8DFomt20

    Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  6. Tim Keller's Powerful Parting Words

    20 mei 2023 · 6 min

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    In this video I reflect on Tim Keller's legacy, and the urgent need to continue in the gospel work he committed his life to. Lees meer

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  7. Response to George Farmer and Allie Beth Stuckey on Catholicism Vs. Protestantism

    16 mei 2023 · 25 min

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    In this video I respond to the recent debate between George Farmer and Allie Beth Stuckey on Protestant and Roman Catholic differences. I offer three clarifications about misunderstandings of Protestantism. Lees meer

    See the original debate here: https://youtu.be/EopEAQkAhJA
    See Tony's Lane Treatment of Sola Scriptura here: https://www.amazon.com/Pathway-into-Holy-Scripture/dp/0802840787/truthunites-20
    See my interview with John Meade about the Old Testament canon here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCwZNr1Q64w

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  8. Defending My Views on the Canon and Icons

    16 mei 2023 · 28 min

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    In this video I respond to Suan Sonna on icons and Trent Horn on the canon of Scripture, two key issues in Roman Catholic and Protestant dialogue. Lees meer

    Read Cyril of Jerusalem on the canon here: https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/310104.htm

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  9. Mainline Denominations and Church Unity? With Redeemed Zoomer

    3 mei 2023 · 1 uur 1 min

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    In this video I talk with Redeemed Zoomer about the unity of the church, especially as it relates to the mainline Protestant denominations. Lees meer

    Check out his channel: https://www.youtube.com/@redeemedzoomer6053
    Check out Stephen Charnock's The Existence and Attributes of God: https://www.crossway.org/books/the-existence-and-attributes-of-god-premiumhc/

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  10. Dennis Prager is Wrong About Porn

    30 april 2023 · 16 min

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    In this video I offer three reasons why Dennis Prager is wrong about pornography, following his recent dialogue with Matt Fradd. Lees meer

    See my article on Fighting Porn by F.A.I.T.H.: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/fighting-porn-by-f-a-i-t-h/
    See information about link between porn and sex trafficking: https://fightthenewdrug.org/by-the-numbers-porn-sex-trafficking-connected/
    Jonathan Haidt's book, The Righteous Mind: https://www.amazon.com/Righteous-Mind-Divided-Politics-Religion/dp/0307455777/truthunites-20
    Matt Fradd's book, The Porn Myth: https://www.amazon.com/Porn-Myth-Exposing-Reality-Pornography/dp/162164006X/truthunites-20
    My Dad's book, The Death of Porn: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Porn-Integrity-Building-Nobility/dp/1433576694/truthunites-20
    See the original discussion between Matt Fradd and Dennis Prager here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xp8UaU7PboM

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  11. Is Papal Infallibility in the 1st Millennium? Response to Erick Ybarra

    30 april 2023 · 28 min

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    In this video I respond to Erick Ybarra on Suan Sonna's channel about whether papal infallibility is in the first millennium of church history. See their video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVH_j22lkrA Lees meer

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  12. Why I'm a Baptist

    30 april 2023 · 6 min

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    In this video I share three reasons why I am a Baptist Christian: credobaptism, congregationalism, and the separation of church and state. Lees meer

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  13. Does Pope Leo I Validate Vatican 1?

    18 april 2023 · 12 min

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    Does the pontificate of Leo the Great in the fifth century validate the Roman Catholic Church's claims about papal supremacy? In this video, interacting with my friend Erick Ybarra, I highlight what must be reviewed to answer this question. Check out Erick's interview on the excellent channel Gospel Simplicity: https://youtu.be/G39_Jf2PYnM Lees meer

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  14. This C.S. Lewis Book Predicted the 21st Century

    14 april 2023 · 50 min

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    In this episode I share about why I love C.S. Lewis' That Hideous Strength, and why it is a helpful and important book for Christians today. Lees meer

    C.S. Lewis' That Hideous Strength: https://www.amazon.com/That-Hideous-Strength-Space-Trilogy/dp/0743234928/truthunites-20
    Carl Trueman's The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: https://www.amazon.com/Rise-Triumph-Modern-Self-Individualism/dp/1433556332/truthunites-20
    My article on That Hideous Strength: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/themelios/article/conversion-in-c-s-lewis-that-hideous-strength/
    My video on Till We Have Faces: https://youtu.be/aDyg7KN_Fcg

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  15. Pope Vigilius: A Challenge to Vatican 1

    14 april 2023 · 49 min

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    In this video I discuss how the conflict between Pope Vigilius and Constantinople II in 553 A.D. represents a challenge to papal supremacy as taught at Vatican 1. Lees meer

    ESV Church History Study Bible: https://www.amazon.com/ESV-Church-History-Study-Bible/dp/1433579685/truthunites-20

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  16. The Best New Book on Protestantism (with Matthew Barrett)

    4 april 2023 · 1 uur 5 min

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    In this video I interview Dr. Matthew Barrett about his new book, The Reformation as Renewal, and why Protestantism is better positioned for catholicity than the alternatives. Lees meer

    Dr. Barrett's book: https://www.amazon.com/Reformation-Renewal-Retrieving-Catholic-Apostolic/dp/031009755X/truthunites-20
    Creeds, Confessions, and Catechisms: https://www.amazon.com/Creeds-Confessions-Catechisms-Chad-Dixhoorn/dp/1433579871/truthunites-20

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with
    an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as
    senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  17. The Simulation Hypothesis (with Parker Settecase)

    1 april 2023 · 1 uur 12 min

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    In this video I talk with Parker Settecase about the simulation hypothesis: what it is, arguments for and against it, what it reveals about our culture, and why it's important to respond to as Christians. Lees meer

    Parker's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ParkersPensees
    Our Last Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCLICdpaXj8

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  18. Answering Questions From My Patrons

    30 maart 2023 · 58 min

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    Here I answer 10 questions from my patrons. Become a patron here: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites Lees meer

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with
    an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as
    senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  19. Apologetics, The Deity of Christ, and Protestantism (with Jeremiah Short)

    30 maart 2023 · 53 min

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    In this video I chat with Jeremiah Short about the needs of Christian apologetics, the deity of Christ, and Protestantism. Lees meer

    Check out Jeremiah's YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@TheBlackDoctor21
    Check out Jeremiah's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackdoctor21?_t=8aoXHsqdRJW&_r=1

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with
    an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as
    senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  20. Would Augustine Embrace Evolution?

    20 maart 2023 · 43 min

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    In this video I do theological triage with the doctrine of creation,
    suggesting that Augustine would probably embrace some form of evolution,
    if he were alive today.
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    Check out my book on the topic: https://www.amazon.com/Retrieving-Augustines-Doctrine-Creation-Controversy/dp/0830853243/truthunites-20

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  21. Did Satan's Fall Corrupt Nature?

    17 maart 2023 · 59 min

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    In this video I explain and defend the angelic fall theodicy as an explanation for natural evil. Lees meer

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  22. Which Denomination Should You Choose?

    17 maart 2023 · 8 min

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    If you are convinced of Protestantism, how do you go about deciding which Protestant denomination to join? Lees meer

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  23. What is Sola Scriptura? Response to the Catechumen

    14 maart 2023 · 27 min

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    Here I respond to the critique from @thecatechumen of my case for sola Scriptura in a recent debate. See his video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GY2V4KGUi0k Lees meer

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  24. Sola Scriptura Debate Review (with Josh Schooping and Sean Luke)

    9 maart 2023 · 1 uur 9 min

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    In this video Josh, Sean, and Gavin reflect on Gavin's debate on sola Scriptura with Trent Horn hosted by Pints with Aquinas on March 2, 2023. Lees meer

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  25. Revival at Asbury? A Theological Reflection

    18 februari 2023 · 35 min

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    Here I share my thoughts about revival, responding to the recent events happening at Asbury University. Lees meer

    See Jonathan Edwards' work on revival: https://www.amazon.com/Distinguishing-Marks-Spirit-Vintage-Puritan-ebook/dp/B017KSC9JY/truthunites-20

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  26. How Secularism Borrows From Christianity (with Glen Scrivener)

    18 februari 2023 · 52 min

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    Glen Scrivener is an ordained Anglican who writes, speaks, and makes media to equip the church and reach beyond it. Lees meer

    Check out his book, The Air We Breathe: https://www.amazon.com/Air-We-Breathe-Kindness-Christian/dp/1784987492/truthunites-20

    Check out the ministry he serves, Speak Life: https://speaklife.org.uk/

    Speak Life on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/speaklifemedia

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  27. The BEST and WORST Responses to my Icons Video

    18 februari 2023 · 41 min

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    In this video I work through the best and worst responses to my video on venerating icons, identifying 5 arguments we need to leave behind, and then 3 we need to keep exploring. Lees meer

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  28. Spiritual Gifts and Spiritual Warfare (with Sam Storms)

    25 januari 2023 · 1 uur 2 min

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    In this video I interview Sam Storms about spiritual gifts, spiritual warfare, and the Holy Spirit's work in our lives. Lees meer

    Sam's ministry: https://www.samstorms.org/

    Understanding Spiritual Gifts: A Comprehensive Guide: https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Spiritual-Gifts-Comprehensive-Guide/dp/0310111498/truthunites-20 Understanding

    Spiritual Warfare: A Comprehensive Guide: https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Spiritual-Warfare-Comprehensive-Guide/dp/0310120845/truthunites-20

    Practicing the Power: Welcoming the Gifts of the Holy Spirit in Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Practicing-Power-Welcoming-Gifts-Spirit/dp/0310533848/truthunites-20

    Truth Unites is a mixture of apologetics and theology, with an irenic focus.

    Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai.

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  29. The Puritans: 5 Books to Start With

    25 januari 2023 · 8 min

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    Here I offer five recommendations for books to get started engaging with the Puritans. Lees meer

    Links:

    1) Samuel Rutherford's Letters: https://www.amazon.com/Loveliness-Christ-Samuel-Rutherford/dp/0851519563/truthunites-20

    2) John Owen, The Mortification of Sin: https://www.amazon.com/Mortification-Sin-Puritan-Paperbacks/dp/0851518672/truthunites-20

    3) Thomas Goodwin, The Heart of Christ: https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Christ-Vintage-Puritan/dp/1941129218/truthunites-20

    4) Richard Sibbes, The Bruised Reed: https://www.amazon.com/Bruised-Reed-Puritan-Paperbacks/dp/1848718039/truthunites-20

    5) Richard Baxter, The Reformed Pastor: https://www.amazon.com/Reformed-Pastor-Puritan-Paperbacks/dp/1848712111/truthunites-20

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  30. The Church Fathers: 5 Books to Start With

    25 januari 2023 · 9 min

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    Here are 5 books from the church fathers that are great starting points for those seeking to grow in their knowledge of church history. Lees meer

    1) Augustine's Confessions: https://www.amazon.com/Confessions-Penguin-Classics-Saint-Augustine/dp/014044114X/truthunites-20

    2) Athanasius' On the Incarnation: https://www.amazon.com/Incarnation-Saint-Athanasius-Popular-Patristics/dp/0881414271/truthunites-20

    3) Irenaeus' On the Apostolic Preaching: https://www.amazon.com/Apostolic-Preaching-Irenaeus-Saint-Bishop/dp/0881411744/truthunites-20

    4) Gregory the Great's Book of Pastoral Rule: https://www.amazon.com/Book-Pastoral-Rule-Gregory-Patristics/dp/0881413186/truthunites-20

    5) John of Damascus' Three Treatises on the Divine Images: https://www.amazon.com/Treatises-Vladimirs-Seminary-Popular-Patristics/dp/0881412457/truthunites-20

    See Trevin Wax's comment on Sarah Ruden's new translation of Augustine's Confessions: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/trevin-wax/augustine-the-lover-sarah-rudens-new-translation-of-confessions/

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  31. Icon Veneration in the Early Church? Response to Craig Truglia

    25 januari 2023 · 42 min

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    In this video I respond to Craig Truglia on the veneration of icons in the early church. Lees meer

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  32. Response to Horn and Akin on Icons

    25 januari 2023 · 33 min

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    In this video I respond to Jimmy Akin and Trent Horn on the veneration of icons. Lees meer

    See their original video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0I33o_GA1M

    See Tim Keller's book on idolatry here: https://www.amazon.com/Counterfeit-Gods-Empty-Promises-Matters/dp/1594485496/truthunites-20

    See Greg Beale's book on idolatry here: https://www.amazon.com/We-Become-What-Worship-Biblical/dp/083082877X/truthunites-20

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  33. Dissecting Arguments for God (with Lukas Ruegger)

    9 januari 2023 · 58 min

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    In this video Lukas Ruegger and I dissect various arguments for the existence of God. Check out Lukas' Channel Deflate: https://www.youtube.com/@Deflate2020 Lees meer

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  34. Icon Veneration is CLEARLY an Accretion!

    9 januari 2023 · 1 uur 15 min

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    Here I give an overview of the Protestant concern about venerating icons, looking at its development in church history in three phases, and the Protestant biblical interpretation of that development. Lees meer

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  35. A MAJOR Problem With "Doctrinal Development"

    20 december 2022 · 30 min

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    In this video I engage the doctrine "no salvation outside the church" as a window into the Roman Catholic conception of doctrinal development. Lees meer

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  36. Lessons From Tim Keller's Ministry with Collin Hansen

    20 december 2022 · 51 min

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    In this interview I discuss what Christians can learn today from Tim Keller's ministry with Collin Hansen, author of Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation. Lees meer

    Buy Collin's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Timothy-Keller-Spiritual-Intellectual-Formation/dp/0310128684/truthunites-20

    Another book referenced is Chris Watkin's Biblical Critical Theory: How the Bible's Unfolding Story Makes Sense of Modern Life and Culture: https://www.amazon.com/Biblical-Critical-Theory-Unfolding-Culture/dp/0310128722/truthunites-20

    Collin Hansen serves as vice president for content and editor in chief of The Gospel Coalition. He hosts the Gospelbound podcast and has written and contributed to many books, including Rediscover Church: Why the Body of Christ Is Essential. He has published with the New York Times and the Washington Post and offered commentary for CNN, Fox News, NPR, BBC, ABC News, and PBS NewsHour. He is an adjunct professor at Beeson Divinity School, where he also co-chairs the advisory board.

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  37. Are Protestants Like Skeptics? A Response to Michael Lofton

    20 december 2022 · 31 min

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    In this video I respond to Michael Lofton's critique of my interpretation of the Roman Catholic teaching concerning "no salvation outside the church." Lees meer

    Michael's video: https://youtu.be/niuYKEYBs18

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  38. What is Protestantism? With Dr. Jordan Cooper

    14 december 2022 · 1 uur 14 min

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    Dr. Jordan Cooper and Dr. Gavin Ortlund discuss, "what is Protestantism?" We address a Protestant view of history, catholicity, and then authority. Learn more about Dr. Cooper's ministry: https://www.justandsinner.org/ Lees meer

    Dr. Cooper's YouTube ministry: https://www.youtube.com/@DrJordanBCooper

    Davenant Institute: https://davenantinstitute.org/

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  39. Engaging Suan Sonna's Typological Argument for the Papacy

    9 december 2022 · 51 min

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    In this video I engage Suan Sonna's typological argument for the papacy in Matthew 16 and Isaiah 22. At 43:57 I meant Matthew 16, not Matthew 18. Lees meer

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  40. Response to Jimmy Akin on Typology

    8 december 2022 · 18 min

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    In this video I respond to Jimmy Akin on the issue of typology in Matthew 16 and the argument for Peter as the "new Eliakim" from Isaiah 22. Lees meer

    My initial video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLzzG-BTcOg

    See Jimmy's video here: https://youtu.be/AkDho9cp6IQ

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  41. How to KNOW You're in the Right Church

    8 december 2022 · 15 min

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    People involved in ecumenical study and dialogue between Protestant, Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and other Christian traditions often experience "ecclesial anxiety" -- the worry and dread that comes from the fear of being in the wrong church. In this video I offer a way to arrive upon assurance and peace from a broadly Reformed perspective. Lees meer

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  42. Can Typology Establish Doctrine?

    29 november 2022 · 4 min

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    In this video I point out that the concern that typology should not be used to establish doctrine is a historic instinct in the Christian church, not just a contemporary Protestant view. Lees meer

    Link to original interview with Jimmy Akin: https://youtu.be/Mi6YIqv0iSM

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  43. Cameron Bertuzzi's Conversion to Rome: Protestant Response

    21 november 2022 · 52 min

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    Here I offer a Protestant Response to the reasons why Cameron Bertuzzi of Capturing Christianity offered for his conversion to Roman Catholicism. Lees meer

    Check out the original video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bilP-Rh6jYk

    For diving into church history as a Protestant, check out my book, Theological Retrieval for Evangelicals: https://www.amazon.com/Theological-Retrieval-Evangelicals-Need-Future/dp/1433565269

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  44. Anselm on Friendship: What the Modern World is Missing

    6 november 2022 · 20 min

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    Here I unpack Anselm's view of friendship, which reveals one of our culture's biggest blind spots: loneliness. Lees meer

    For Anselm's letters, vol. 1: https://www.amazon.com/Letters-St-Anselm-Canterbury/dp/0879077964/

    For Richard Southern's biography of Anselm: https://www.amazon.com/St-Anselm-Landscape-Richard-Southern/dp/0521438187/

    For a helpful book on friendship, check out Drew Hunter's Made for Friendship: The Relationship That Halves Our Sorrows and Doubles Our Joys: https://www.amazon.com/Made-Friendship-Relationship-Sorrows-Doubles/dp/143355819X

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  45. Should Evangelicalism Be Deconstructed?

    6 november 2022 · 1 uur 1 min

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    In this talk at the 2022 Center for Pastor Theologians Conference, Gavin Ortlund shares what church history can teach us about reconstructing evangelicalism. Lees meer

    The Center for Pastor Theologians exists to equip pastors to be theologians for today’s complex world.

    Check out the work they are doing: https://www.pastortheologians.com/vision-mission

    Link to the sessions for the entire conference: https://centerforpastortheologians.vhx.tv/products/reconstructing-evangelicalism

    Link to the original video: https://centerforpastortheologians.vhx.tv/packages/reconstructing-evangelicalism/videos/session-1-gavin-ortlund-1

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  46. Protestant vs. Orthodox Dialogue: Gavin Ortlund and Craig Truglia

    27 oktober 2022 · 1 uur

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    This is a dialogue between Gavin Ortlund and Craig Truglia from December 2021 addressing the questions "why are you Protestant?" and "why are you Orthodox?" Thanks to Craig for allowing me to reproduce it on my channel. Lees meer

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  47. The Hussites: The Amazing Story of the "First Reformation"

    16 oktober 2022 · 39 min

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    In this video I introduce the Hussites, the Bohemian Reformers inspired by Jan Hus, drawing from the 15th century Hussite historian Laurence of Brezona. I give an overview of how they were persecuted and then explore the theological reforms they initiated, particularly focusing on their theology of the Eucharist. I conclude with one cautionary lesson for Protestants today. Lees meer

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  48. Tongues, Healing, Prophecy: For Today?

    4 oktober 2022 · 53 min

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    In this video I do theological triage on continuationism and cessationism, the question of whether miraculous spiritual gifts like speaking in tongues, prophecy, and healing ceased in the past or are for the church today. Lees meer

    See Sam Storms' Ministry: https://www.samstorms.org/

    See my articles on apostles and cessationism: https://gavinortlund.com/2010/05/23/apostles-and-cessationism/

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  49. Is the Eucharist a Sacrifice?

    22 september 2022 · 8 min

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    A Protestant take on whether the Eucharist, or the Lord's Supper, is a sacrifice. Thanks to Brett and Austin for a fantastic dialogue! See the full dialogue here: https://youtu.be/UgW8DFomt20 Lees meer

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  50. A Christian Approach to Justice: Gregory of Nyssa on Slavery

    22 september 2022 · 14 min

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    One of the most controversial topics in our culture is justice. In the church, issues related to justice have been divisive and fracturing. Here I propose several ways we can learn about what it means to stand up for justice from the early church father Gregory of Nyssa, particularly his opposition to slavery. Lees meer

    This talk was originally delivered at Karam Forum 2021. Learn more about the great work of the Karam Forum here: https://karamforum.org/

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