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As the podcast of Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Confessing Our Hope provides biblically Reformed theological content from a distinctively confessional Presbyterian perspective.
Confessing Our Hope: The Podcast of Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
English, Religion, 1 season, 268 episodes, 2 days, 13 hours, 35 minutes
Confessing Our Hope: The Podcast of Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
English, Religion, 1 season, 268 episodes, 2 days, 13 hours, 35 minutes
#195 - Faith and Practice #49
In this edition, we deal with listener questions concerning: the history of the PCA, ruling elders, republication, homosexuality, baptism, biblical interpretation, the attributes of God, and much more.
12/12/2018 • 56 minutes, 18 seconds
#194 - The Confessional Presbyterian Journal #14
In this edition, Dr. Willborn discusses this year's edition of the Confessional Presbyterian Journal, with extended discussions of Rev. T.D. Witherspoon, family religion, the regulative principle of worship, and the late Dr. John R (Dick) de Witt.
11/1/2018 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 41 seconds
#193 - Faith and Practice #48
In this edition, we deal with listener questions concerning: sin, divorce, adultery, republication, covenant theology, the Law of God, politics, elections, voting, and much more.
10/24/2018 • 54 minutes, 47 seconds
#192 - "Rediscovering Humility" with Pastor Christopher Hutchinson
In this edition of the podcast, Pastor Christopher Hutchinson discusses his new book, "Rediscovering Humility: Why the Way Up is Down" published by New Growth Press.
10/10/2018 • 44 minutes, 32 seconds
#191 - Denominational Debrief 2018 - FCS-CS
In this edition of the podcast, Rev. Robert McCurley (BD '98) discusses the 2018 General Assembly of the Free Church of Scotland (Continuing), held May 21-24, 2018.
10/8/2018 • 30 minutes, 9 seconds
#190 - Author Interview with Dr. Mark Ward Jr
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Mark Ward Jr discusses his latest book, "Authorized: The Use and Misuse of the King James Bible," published by Lexham Press.
10/4/2018 • 52 minutes, 1 second
#189 - Denominational Debrief 2019 - RPC-Hanover Presbytery
In this edition of the podcast, Pastor Doug Douma discusses the 2018 Presbytery meeting of the Reformed Presbyterian Church - Hanover Presbytery, held September 13, 2018 in Savannah, GA.
9/28/2018 • 28 minutes, 57 seconds
#188 - Denominational Debrief 2018 - RCUS
In this edition of the podcast, Pastor Travis Grassmid (MDiv '08) discusses the 272nd Stated Meeting of the General Synod of the Reformed Churches in the United States, held May 21-24, 2018 in Golden Valley, MN.
9/27/2018 • 24 minutes, 10 seconds
#187 - Denominational Debrief 2018 - BPC
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Kevin Backus discusses the 82nd Stated Meeting of the General Synod of the Bible Presbyterian Church, held August 2-6, 2018 in Lakeland, FL.
9/14/2018 • 34 minutes, 16 seconds
#186 - Faith and Practice #47
In this edition, we deal with listener questions concerning: Two Kingdoms Theology, angels, postmillennialism, the Sabbath, divorce and remarriage, worship, the Revoice Conference, the mission of the church, and much more.
9/11/2018 • 52 minutes, 24 seconds
#185 - 2018 Revoice Conference Attendee Debrief
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Peter Jones and Mr. Joshua Gielow.
8/30/2018 • 58 minutes, 50 seconds
#184 - Revoice Conference in Review with Pastor Andrew Dionne
In this edition of the podcast, Pastor Andrew Dionne discusses the Revoice Conference, held at Memorial PCA in St. Louis from July 26 to 28. Pastor Dionne is a graduate of Covenant Theological Seminary, and pastor of Trinity PCA in Spartanburg, SC.
8/1/2018 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 31 seconds
#183 - Author Interview with Dr. George Scipione
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. George Scipione discusses the new edition of his book on the biblical doctrine of the family.
7/25/2018 • 48 minutes, 41 seconds
#182 - Denominational Debrief 2018 - RPCNA
In this edition of the podcast, Pastors Shawn Anderson, Kyle Borg, Nathan Eshelman, and Joel Wood discuss the 187th Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America, held June 27-30, 2018.
7/19/2018 • 1 hour, 14 minutes
#181 - Denominational Debrief 2018 - OPC
In this edition of the podcast, Pastor Jim Stevenson (MDiv '12) discusses the 85th Stated Meeting of the General Assembly of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church, held June 11-15, 2018.
7/18/2018 • 46 minutes, 1 second
#180 - Denominational Debrief 2018 - PCA
In this edition of the podcast, RE Mr. C. Fredric Marcinak and TE Dr. Joseph A. Pipa, Jr. discuss the 46th Stated Meeting of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in America, held June 12-14, 2018.
7/16/2018 • 58 minutes, 13 seconds
#179 - Denominational Debrief 2018 - ARP
In this edition of the podcast, Rev. Scott Cook discusses the 214th Stated Meeting of the General Synod of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church, held June 5-6, 2018.
7/2/2018 • 42 minutes, 22 seconds
#178 - Author Interview with Dr. Derek Thomas
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Derek Thomas welcomes us into his study to discuss his new book on the biblical doctrine of heaven.
6/29/2018 • 45 minutes, 43 seconds
#177 - Recent Grad Interview - Nathan John Hilton
In this edition of the podcast we talk with recent GTPS graduate Nathan John Hilton, presently serving in the Evangelical Presbyterian Church of England and Wales (EPCEW) in Gateshead, England, UK.
6/21/2018 • 40 minutes, 57 seconds
#176 - Graduate Spotlight #8 - Pastor Bill Hill
In this edition of the podcast we talk with GTPS graduate Bill Hill, currently serving as Pastor of Fellowship Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Newport, TN.
5/21/2018 • 54 minutes, 45 seconds
#175 - Faith and Practice #46
In this edition, we deal with listener questions concerning: images of Christ, innovative ecclesiastical practices, God's decrees, ministerial practices of rest, Reformed catholicity, church summer camps, and much more.
5/14/2018 • 57 minutes, 12 seconds
#174 - Graduate Spotlight #7 - Dr. Vincent Wood
In this edition of the podcast we talk with GTPS graduate Dr. Vincent Wood, currently serving as Pastor of Providence Presbyterian Church (PCA) in York, PA.
4/23/2018 • 35 minutes, 23 seconds
#173 - Graduate Spotlight #6 - Benjamin Wontrop
In this edition of the podcast we talk with GTPS graduate Benjamin Wontrop, currently serving as a pastor in the Evangelical Presbyterian Church of England and Wales, in partnership with Presbyterian Evangelistic Fellowship.
4/12/2018 • 41 minutes, 1 second
#172 - Faith and Practice #45
In this edition, we deal with listener questions concerning: reading the Old Testament for spiritual benefit, speaking the truth in love, the regulative principle of worship, hymnody and psalmody, holidays, counseling, preaching, traducianism, and more.
4/2/2018 • 58 minutes, 52 seconds
#171 - MORE in the PCA Interview with Charlie Nave
In this edition of the podcast, Mr. Charles "Charlie" Nave, Esq. introduces MORE in the PCA, an organization committed to encouraging Ruling Elders in the PCA to actively participate in the courts of the church at every level.
3/20/2018 • 47 minutes, 42 seconds
#170 - Denominational Spotlight with Rev. Peter Szabo of the RPCCEE
In this edition of the podcast, Rev. Peter Szabo of Budapest, Hungary discusses the ministry of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of Central and Eastern Europe. There are 16 congregations and five preaching stations of the RPCCEE in Hungary, Ukraine, and Romania. Rev. Szabo pastors the Budapest congregation.
3/6/2018 • 34 minutes, 37 seconds
#169 - Faith and Practice #44
In this edition, we deal with listener questions concerning: Neo-Orthodox Covenant Theology, paid nursery workers for Sunday services, the wisdom of having a crush on an unbeliever, distinguishing between God's decree and Satan's devices, and much more.
3/6/2018 • 58 minutes, 34 seconds
#168 - New Student Interview with Zach Dotson
In this edition of the podcast, Zach Dotson, originally of Wise, VA, shares about his choice of GPTS, experience as a first-year student, and other aspects of his service to Christ and His church. Zach currently serves as the Intern (and Pulpit Supply preacher) of Coldenham-Newburgh Reformed Presbyterian Church in Coldenham, NY.
2/27/2018 • 51 minutes, 55 seconds
#167 - Author Interview with Rev. Geoff Gleason
In this edition of the podcast, Pastor Geoff Gleason discusses with us his latest book - "A Family Worship Guide to Luke." Pastor Gleason serves as the Pastor of Cliffwood Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Augusta, GA.
2/20/2018 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 3 seconds
#166 - Faith and Practice #43
In this edition, we deal with listener questions concerning: abortion, politics, boycotts, women teaching in seminary, public prayer, the flag in public worship, social media use, and more.
2/6/2018 • 56 minutes, 52 seconds
#165 - Faith and Practice #42
In this edition, we deal with listener questions concerning: demons, charismatic gifts, reformation, tongues, tithing, rhetoric, the fear of God, covenant benefits, preaching, Hosea and Gomer, marriage, and more.
1/10/2018 • 58 minutes, 42 seconds
#164 - Author Interview with Rev. Dr. David Garner
In this edition of the podcast, author Rev. Dr. David Garner discusses with us his latest book - "Sons in the Son." Dr. Garner is Associate Professor of Systematic Theology and Vice President of Advancement at Westminster Theological Seminary in Glenside, PA.
12/11/2017 • 44 minutes, 3 seconds
#163 - Faith and Practice #41
In this edition, we deal with listener questions concerning: Christmas, self-defense, parenting, comforting mourners, organ donation, cremation, Trinitarianism, eschatology, revival, spirituality of the church, and more.
12/4/2017 • 1 hour, 1 minute
#162 - Author Interview with Rev. Dr. Bruce McDowell
In this edition of the podcast, author and pastor Rev. Dr. Bruce McDowell discusses with us two of his latest books - "Faith in the Mosaic," and "Christian Baptism." Dr. McDowell is the Minister of Global Outreach at Tenth PCA in Philadelphia, PA.
11/29/2017 • 54 minutes, 56 seconds
#161 - Faith and Practice #40
In this edition, we deal with listener questions concerning: commerce, the church, justification, salvation, the Pledge of Allegiance, patriotism, parachurch ministries, money management, revival, believing all things, and covenant theology.
11/10/2017 • 59 minutes, 59 seconds
#160 - New Student Interview - Fall 2017
Isaac Overton of Geelong, Australia and J. Logan Shelton of Jacksonville, Alabama share about their experience as new students at Greenville Seminary.
10/30/2017 • 30 minutes, 21 seconds
#159 - Latin Poetry for Personal Worship
In this special "field edition" of Confessing Our Hope, listen to Greenville Seminary graduate Michael Spangler (MDiv '17) present his work on Theodore Beza's Latin poetry, as well as its usefulness for personal worship, at Liberty University's Reformation 500 Conference.
10/5/2017 • 29 minutes, 20 seconds
#158 - The Biblical Basis for and Use of Creeds
In this special "field edition" of Confessing Our Hope, listen to Dr. Pipa defend and advance the biblical basis for and use of creeds and confessions at Liberty University's Reformation 500 Conference. Includes both Dr. Pipa's delivery of his paper as well as a brief Q and A Session with conference attendees.
10/5/2017 • 25 minutes, 13 seconds
#157 - Faith and Practice #39
In this edition, we deal with the following topics: prophecy in the Apostolic Age, the priesthood of all believers, so-called common grace, Sabbath, Christian hope, friendship, ecumenicity, Trinitarian worship, the mark of the Beast, the reliability of Scripture, Antichrist, confessional subscription, and textual bases of the Bible.
10/3/2017 • 57 minutes, 32 seconds
#156 - "Uncensored" Author Interview
In this edition of the podcast, author and pastor Rev. Dr. Brian Cosby discusses with us his latest book, earlier publications, upcoming projects, and his work as Editorial Director for the Gospel Reformation Network. Dr. Cosby is the Senior Pastor of Wayside PCA in Chattanooga, TN, and a visiting professor in Church History at RTS-Atlanta.
9/21/2017 • 33 minutes, 48 seconds
#155 - Denominational Debrief 2017 - FCS-CS
In this edition of the podcast, Rev. Robert McCurley discusses the 2017 General Assembly of the Free Church of Scotland (Continuing), held May 22-25, 2017.
9/8/2017 • 38 minutes, 22 seconds
#154 - Faith and Practice #38
In this edition, we deal with the following topics: corporate prayer, heresy, divorce, remarriage, communion, the Lord's Name, drunkenness, the parousia, headcoverings, devotions, corporate worship, works of necessity, the rights and duties of church members, and Calvin's prospects for ordination in the PCA.
9/8/2017 • 1 hour, 6 minutes
#153 - Denominational Debrief 2017 - BPC
In this edition of the podcast, Rev. Dr. Kevin Backus discusses the 81st General Synod of the Bible Presbyterian Church (BPC), held August 3-7, 2017.
8/15/2017 • 43 minutes, 7 seconds
#152 - Faith and Practice #37
In this edition, we deal with the following topics: the Lord's Supper, congregation sizes, liturgy in family worship, flags in the worship space, benedictions, presbytery-level relationships, Election and Lordship, prayer meetings, and faith.
8/8/2017 • 53 minutes, 31 seconds
#151 - Denominational Debrief 2017 - RPCNA
In this edition of the podcast, Rev. Kyle Borg discusses the 186th Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America (RPCNA), held June 28-30, 2017.
7/13/2017 • 1 hour, 8 seconds
#150 - Faith and Practice #36
In this edition, we deal with the following topics: liturgical dance, performance of sacred music, sacraments, covenant children, good works, definite atonement, spiritual gifts, and John Knox.
7/11/2017 • 59 minutes
#149 - Denominational Debrief 2017 - OPC
In this edition of the podcast, Rev. Brad Peppo discusses the 84th General Assembly of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church (OPC), held May 29 - June 6, 2017.
7/7/2017 • 31 minutes, 51 seconds
#148 - Graduate Spotlight #5 - Berti Kona
In this edition of the podcast we talk with GTPS graduate Berti Kona, currently serving as a PCA church planter in Albania.
7/6/2017 • 50 minutes, 30 seconds
#147 - Denominational Debrief 2017 - PCA
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Ben Shaw discusses the 45th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), held June 12-15, 2017.
6/29/2017 • 40 minutes, 59 seconds
#146 - Graduate Spotlight #4 - Mike Cuneo
In this edition of the podcast we talk with GTPS graduate Mike Cuneo, currently serving as a PCA church planter in Viterbo, Italy.
6/27/2017 • 25 minutes, 45 seconds
#145 - Denominational Debrief 2017 - RCUS
In this edition of the podcast, Rev. Travis Grassmid discusses the 271st Stated Meeting of the General Synod of the Reformed Church in the United States (RCUS), held May 15-18, 2017.
6/23/2017 • 34 minutes, 36 seconds
#144 - Denominational Debrief 2017 - ARP
In this edition of the podcast, Rev. Jeff Kingswood discusses the 213th Stated Meeting of the General Synod of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church, held June 6-8, 2017.
6/21/2017 • 30 minutes, 2 seconds
#143 - Graduate Spotlight #3 - Ross Fearing
In this edition of the podcast we talk with GTPS graduate Ross Fearing, currently serving with Ministry to the Military and International in San Antonio, TX.
6/16/2017 • 29 minutes, 11 seconds
#142 - Faith and Work: An Interview with Rev. Mark Robinson
In this edition, we welcome Rev. Mark Robinson into the studio to discuss the Theology of Work as he prepares to speak at a conference on the theme at Trinity PCA in nearby Spartanburg, SC. Tune in for a thoughtful dialogue, information about the conference, and a slew of book recommendations.
6/9/2017 • 59 minutes, 18 seconds
#141 - Faith and Practice #35
In this edition, we deal with the following topics: effects of the Fall, textual preferences, raising a son, family worship, union with Christ, exclusive psalmody, the regulative principle of worship, Federal Vision, and confessional subscription.
6/5/2017 • 59 minutes, 17 seconds
#140 - Gospel Reformation Network: An Interview with Mr. Mel Duncan and Dr. Richard Phillips
In this edition, we welcome Mr. Mel Duncan and Dr. Richard Phillips into the studio to discuss the Gospel Reformation Network: its history, aims, and methods.
5/22/2017 • 49 minutes, 4 seconds
#139 - 500 Years of Reformation: An Interview with Dr. James McGoldrick
In this edition, we welcome Dr. James McGoldrick into the studio to discuss 500 years of the Protestant Reformation, Martin Luther's role, Roman Catholic responses, and Dr. McGoldrick's personal interest in the subject.
5/16/2017 • 38 minutes, 27 seconds
#138 - Faith and Practice #34
In this edition, we deal with the following topics: prayer and law-keeping, transitions to Presbyterianism, British preachers in American pulpits, error and heresy, worldly wealth, paedobaptism, cessationism and charismania, sabbatarian issues, and Theonomy in the WCF.
5/11/2017 • 58 minutes, 29 seconds
#137 - Graduate Spotlight #2 - Nick Batzig
In this edition of the podcast we talk wtih GTPS graduate Nick Batzig, the organizing pastor of New Covenant PCA in Richmond Hill, GA.
5/4/2017 • 39 minutes, 13 seconds
#136 - Faith and Practice #33
In this edition, we deal with the following topics: Ruling Elders, Just War Theory, Church Discipline, the Church's Mission, WSC Q4, Baptism, Eschatology, Musical Instruments in Worship, and Justification.
4/11/2017 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 2 seconds
#135 - Faith and Practice #32
In this edition, we deal with the following topics: every member ministry, Romans 7, personality systems, textual issues in the NT, Paul's journey to Jerusalem, ceremonial laws, praying for our leaders, and others.
3/30/2017 • 51 minutes, 45 seconds
#134 - Faith and Practice #31
In this edition, we deal with the following topics: worship, careers on the Lord's Day, the subject of prayer, divorce and remarriage, the exegesis of Matthew 13:24-30, church calendars and Halloween, the sacred name of God, and others.
1/9/2017 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 1 second
#133 - The Confessional Presbyterian 2016
In this edition of the podcast we talk wtih Dr. Nick Willborn about the Confessional Presbyterian, an annual theological journal.
12/5/2016 • 44 minutes, 10 seconds
#132 - Graduate Spotlight #1 - Lowell Ivey
In this edition of the podcast we talk wtih GTPS graduate Lowell Ivey, the organizing pastor of Reformation OPC in Va. Breach, VA.
11/7/2016 • 45 minutes, 6 seconds
#131 - A Sad Departure
In this edition of the podcast we discuss a book titled "A Sad Departure" detailing the events that led numerous churches to leave the church of Scotland.
10/31/2016 • 48 minutes, 36 seconds
#130 - Presbytopia
In this edition we discuss a book titled "Presbytopia."
10/24/2016 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 25 seconds
#129 - Faith and Practice #30
In this edition, we deal with the following topics: Union with Christ, church nurseries, modernization of the Westminster Standards, systematic theology, republication and the OPC study report, Eastern Orthodoxy and more.
10/17/2016 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 52 seconds
#127 - The Christian and Education
Dr. Jay Green is our guest as we discuss the Christian and education.
10/10/2016 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 12 seconds
#128 - Faith and Practice #29
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to choirs, repentance, leadership in the church, confessional subscription, licensure and ordination exams, racial reconciliation and more.
10/10/2016 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 18 seconds
#126 - The Federal Vision and Historic Christianity
Rev. Dewey Roberts is our guest as we discuss his book "The Federal Vision and Historic Christianity."
10/3/2016 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 18 seconds
#125 - Faith and Practice #28
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to the vitals of religions, the Lord's supper, preaching, God's leading, the Sabbath Day, and more.
9/9/2016 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 50 seconds
#124 - Faith and Practice #27
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to preahing, exceptions to the standards, interpretation of Jude 1:9, excommunication and more.
9/2/2016 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 30 seconds
#123 - Is The Trinity Practical?
In this edition of the podcast, Greenville Seminary professor Dr. Ryan McGraw discuss the doctrine of the trinity and its practical importance in the life of the Christian.
8/19/2016 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 29 seconds
#122 - The Biblical Languages
In this edition of the podcast, Greenville Seminary professors Dr. Ben Shaw and Dr. Sid Dyer talk candidly about the importance and value of the Biblical languages.
8/18/2016 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 21 seconds
#120 - PCA General Assembly 2016 Report
In this edition of the podcast, PCA minister and member of the board of trustees of Greenville Seminary Daniel Jarstfer discusses the 2016 General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in America.
8/12/2016 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 23 seconds
#121 - A Way Forward for PCA Peace, Health, and Unity
In this edition of the podcast, PCA minister Dr. David Hall talks with us about his article written in response of a decision made at the 2016 PCA General Assembly to erect a study committee regarding woman's ministry in the church.
8/12/2016 • 36 minutes, 27 seconds
#119 - ARP General Synod 2016 Report
In this edition of the podcast, ARP minister and chairman of the board of trustees of Greenville Seminary Jeff Kingswood gives a report on the 2016 ARP General Synod.
8/5/2016 • 49 minutes, 21 seconds
#118 - OPC General Assembly 2016 Report
In this edition of the podcast, OPC minister, and Greenville Seminary graduate Jim Stevenson gives a report on tyhe 2016 OPC General Assembly.
7/29/2016 • 58 minutes, 43 seconds
#117 - Prepration for Ministry
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Allan Harman discusses his book "Preparation for Ministry."
7/22/2016 • 48 minutes, 8 seconds
#116 - Faith and Practice #26
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to libertarianism, Christain sabbath, covenant children, the Trinity, and more.
7/15/2016 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 40 seconds
#115 - The Westminster Assembly and Pastoral Care
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Chad Van Dixhoorn discusses the highlights of the upcoming Summer Institute class held each year at the seminary.
7/8/2016 • 29 minutes, 17 seconds
#114 - Southern Presbyterian Theology
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Nick Willborn talks about Southern Presbyterian Theology and the class that is offered each summer at Greenville Seminary
7/1/2016 • 43 minutes, 20 seconds
#113 - Faith and Practice #25
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to the prayer meetings and women praying, head coverings and veils, praying to the Father and prayer in general and more.
6/17/2016 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 41 seconds
#112 - Evening of Confessional Concern and Prayer
In this edition of the podcast, Pastor Geoff Gleason of Cliffwood Presbyterian Church PCA discusses the 2016 edition of the Evening of Confessional Concern and PRayer being held at the PCA General ASsembly on June 20th.
6/3/2016 • 50 minutes, 47 seconds
#111 - Faith and Practice #24
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to the Lord's Day, worship and Bible translations, the Gospels, pastoral care and medical care and many others
5/20/2016 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 42 seconds
#109 - Graduating from Seminary
In this edition of the podcast, Host William Hill sits down with Mr. Benjamin Wontrap and Mr. Adam Harris who are graduating from Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.
4/26/2016 • 45 minutes, 2 seconds
#110 - Bible Translations
In this edition of the podcast, Host William Hill sits down with Dr. Ben Shaw, OT professor at GPTS, to discuss Bible translations
4/26/2016 • 56 minutes, 46 seconds
#108 - The Heart is the Target
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Murray Capill discusses his book "The Heart is the Target" and related issues centering on preaching and application.
4/20/2016 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 3 seconds
#107 - Faith and Practice #23
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to the 2016 GPTS Spring Theology conference. The questions were left over from those asked from conference attendees.
4/4/2016 • 1 hour, 3 minutes
#106 - Faith and Practice #22
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to the 9th commandment, Gal. 5:14, Amending the Westminster Standards and more.
3/1/2016 • 1 hour, 37 seconds
#102 - Faith and Practice #21
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to baptim, covenant children, Islam, the Nicene Creed, and more.
2/26/2016 • 58 minutes, 16 seconds
#105 - The Pastor's Family
In this edition of the podcast, Rev. Brian Croft sits down with host William Hill and talks about life in the ministry as it pertains to the pastor's family.
2/23/2016 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 49 seconds
#101 - Homosexual Marriage: Right or Wrong?
In this edition of the podcast, Gary Bates discusses the topic of homosexuality in preview of his upcoming 2016 GPTS Spring Theology conference lecture.
2/19/2016 • 36 minutes, 46 seconds
#104 - Who Shall Ascend the Mountain of the Lord?
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Michael Morales discusses his newest book "Who Shall Ascend the Mountain of the Lord? A Biblical Theology of the Book of Leviticus".
1/29/2016 • 44 minutes, 46 seconds
#98 - Courtship and Dating
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Richard Phillips discusses the topic of courtship and dating in preview of his upcoming 2016 GPTS Spring Theology conference lecture.
1/29/2016 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 20 seconds
#103 - From the Pen of Pastor Paul
In this edition of the podcast, Rev. Daniel Hyde talks about his new book on 1-2 Thessalonians.
1/22/2016 • 1 hour, 17 seconds
#97 - The History of Family Worship
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Benjamin Shaw discusses the history of "family worship" as well as related items surrounding this topic.
1/22/2016 • 58 minutes, 33 seconds
#96 - Marriage, Family, and Sexuality
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa runs through the upcoming GPTS Spring Theology Conference topics and speakers.
1/15/2016 • 40 minutes, 20 seconds
#95 - Faith and Practice #20
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to unions, special needs children, baptism and apostasy, missionaries, and more.
1/8/2016 • 1 hour, 14 seconds
#94 - Cheaper in Dozens
Jim Holmes was our guest as we discussed this new book selling website, the goals and mission
1/1/2016 • 39 minutes, 58 seconds
#93 - Confessional Presbyterian - Southern Presbyterianism
Dr. Nick Willborn is our guest as we discuss the theological journal, The Confessional Presbyterian as well as the winter term class Presbyterian Church History.
12/25/2015 • 38 minutes, 20 seconds
#92 - Faith and Practice #19
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to elders and elders training, the immortality of Adam, general and special revelation, ordination and more.
12/7/2015 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 58 seconds
#91 - Faith and Practice #18
In this edition of the podcast, Dr. Pipa answers questions related to apologetics, women and learning of theology, women blogging, the use of social media by Christians and more.
11/16/2015 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 58 seconds
#90 - Self-Denial
Dr. McGraw talks with us about one of his recent books. The subject of the discussion is "self-denial".
11/13/2015 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 19 seconds
#89 - Faith and Practice #17
Dr. Pipa sits down and answers questions submitted by the listeners.
11/13/2015 • 1 hour, 28 seconds
#88 - Faith and Practice #16
Dr. Pipa sits down and answers questions submitted by the listeners.
11/13/2015 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 50 seconds
#87 - Biblical Theology
Dr. Michael Morales is our guest as we discussed the subject of Biblical Theology, its importance and value to the church and preaching.
10/2/2015 • 48 minutes, 32 seconds
#86 - Faith and Practice #15
Dr. Pipa and special guest Dr. Ryan McGraw sit down and answers questions submitted by the listeners.
8/3/2015 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 49 seconds
#85 - Corporate Prayer and Preaching
Dr. McGraw is our guest as we discuss his little booklet on the topic of the prayer meeting and its relationship to preaching.
7/6/2015 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 27 seconds
#84 - Faith and Practice #14
Dr. Pipa answeres questions related to excommunication, marriage and divorce, church and culture and more.
6/1/2015 • 1 hour, 11 seconds
#83 - The Confessional Presbyterian
Dr. Nick Willborn was our guest as we talked about the theological journal "The Confessional Presbyterian"
5/25/2015 • 35 minutes, 8 seconds
#82 - The Trinitarian Piety of John Owen
Dr. Ryan McGraw was our guest as we discussed a book he edited, The Foundation of Communion with God: The Trinitarian Piety of John Owen.
5/22/2015 • 51 minutes, 50 seconds
#81 - An Evening of Confessional Concern and Prayer
Pastor Geoff Gleason (Cliffwood Presbyterian Church, Augusta GA) and Pastor Ken Pierce (Trinity Presbyterian Church, Jackson MS) joined us to discuss the upcoming "Evening of Confessional Concern and Prayer" at the 43rd PCA GA.
5/19/2015 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 24 seconds
#80 - Faith and Practice #13
Dr. Pipa answeres questions related to spousal abuse, the Law, the Westminster Standards, headcoverings and more.
5/15/2015 • 1 hour, 45 seconds
#79 - NT Use of the OT
Dr. Ben Shaw discusses the New Testament and its use of the Old Testament. This is based on a class he teaches at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
5/8/2015 • 1 hour, 5 seconds
#78 - Faith and Practice #12
Dr. Pipa answeres questions related to Double imputation of Christ, intimacy in marriage and the Lord's Day, theonomy, sexual abuse in the church, sin in the church and church discipline, exclusive psalm singing, tithing, and others.
3/16/2015 • 1 hour, 10 seconds
#76 - Faith and Practice #11
Dr. Pipa answeres questions related to the Lord's Day, apologetics, Christmas, the Lord's supper and more.
2/27/2015 • 1 hour, 34 seconds
#75 - Robert Rollock
Pastor Breno Macedo as we discuss Robert Rollock and the covenant of works.
2/26/2015 • 47 minutes, 20 seconds
#74 - The Ruling Elder
Pastor Bill Shisko is our guest as we discuss the important office of Ruling Elder in the church
2/25/2015 • 32 minutes, 23 seconds
#73 - Faith and Practice #10
Dr. Pipa answeres questions related to the Lord's Day, church and state relations, church offices, and more.
1/5/2015 • 1 hour, 17 seconds
#72 - Confessing Our Faith
On this program we sit down with Dr. Chad Van Dixhoorn and discuss his book "Confessing the Faith: A Readers Guide to the Westminster Confession of Faith" as well as related subjects.
1/2/2015 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 17 seconds
#71 - Church Membership
On this program we discuss the topic of church membership. Is it biblical? Is it important? We answer these questions and many more as we sit down with two pastors and discuss this vital and important subject.
11/14/2014 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 43 seconds
#70 - Faith and Practice #9
In this ninth installment of the Faith and Practice segment Dr. Pipa answers questions related to the Lord's Day, excommunication, prayer and more.
10/17/2014 • 54 minutes, 55 seconds
#69 - The Faith-Shaped Life
Dr. Ian Hamilton was our guest as we discussed his book "The Faith-Shaped Life".
9/30/2014 • 55 minutes, 32 seconds
#68 - Faith and Practice #8
In this eighth installment of the Faith and Practice segment Dr. Pipa answers questions related to the Lord's Day, weekly communion, short-term mission workand many more.
9/22/2014 • 57 minutes, 26 seconds
#67 - Mission Work to Particularization
Rev. Matt Figura sat down and discussed the process and work it takes to move from a mission plant to a particularized church.
9/22/2014 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 32 seconds
#66 - Cultivating Biblical Godliness
Dr. Ryan McGraw is our guest as we discuss a new series on the subject of "cultivating biblical godliness".
7/18/2014 • 48 minutes, 39 seconds
#65 - Faith and Practice #7
In this seventh installment of the Faith and Practice segment Dr. Pipa answers questions related to the Lord's Day, fundamentalism, same-sex attraction, and many more.
6/20/2014 • 52 minutes, 15 seconds
#64 - Confessional Concern and Prayer
Pastor Geoff Gleason (Cliffwood Presbyterian Church, Augusta GA) and Pastor Ken Pierce (Trinity Presbyterian Church, Jackson MS) joined us to discuss the upcoming "Evening of Confessional Concern and Prayer" at the 42nd PCA GA.
6/6/2014 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 29 seconds
#63 - Selected Writings of B.M. Palmer
Dr. Nick Willborn talks with us about the book he edited: Selected Writings of B.M. Palmer
6/3/2014 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 16 seconds
#62 - Faith and Practice #6
In this sixth installment of the Faith and Practice segment Dr. Pipa answers questions related to the Lord's Day, the Lord's Supper, the Presbyterian form of government and many more.
5/23/2014 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 14 seconds
#61 - Studies in Presbyterian Theology
In this edition we sat down and talked with Dr. Nick Willborn about his upcoming class on the Studies of Southern Presbyterian Theology to be held at GPTS this summer.
5/14/2014 • 51 minutes, 15 seconds
#60 - Providence or Fatalism?
In this edition we sat down and talked with Dr. Joseph Pipa about his theology conference lecture: Providence or Fatalism?
3/8/2014 • 46 minutes, 52 seconds
#59 - Seminary Life: An Interview with Two First Year Students
In this edition we sat down and talked with two first year students, Mr. Sam Ketcham and Mr. Michael Spangler, about seminary life thus far.
3/8/2014 • 58 minutes, 55 seconds
#58 - Providence and the Problem of Evil
Dr. Ben Shaw was our guest as we discussed his GPTS Spring Theology Conference lecture topic: "Providence and the Problem of Evil"
3/7/2014 • 56 minutes, 13 seconds
#57 - Providence and Middle Knowledge
Dr. Derek Thomas was our guest as we discussed his GPTS Spring Theology Conference lecture topic: "Providence and Middle Knowledge".
3/6/2014 • 44 minutes, 38 seconds
#56 - Calvinism and the Origin of Sin
Dr. James Anderson, Associate Professor of Theology and Philosophy at Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte NC was our guest as we discussed his GPTS Spring Theology Conference lecture topic: "Calvinism and the Origin of Sin".
2/10/2014 • 49 minutes, 32 seconds
#55 - Faith and Practice #5
In this fifth installment of the Faith and Practice segment Dr. Pipa answers questions related to the Larger Catechism, the Trinity, worship, republication, general equity and many more.
2/10/2014 • 56 minutes, 47 seconds
#54 - Housewife Theologian
Mrs. Aimee Byrd was our guest as we discussed here book "Housewife Thoelogian: How the Gospel Interrupts the Ordinary".
1/28/2014 • 56 minutes, 18 seconds
#53 - The URC Report
Dr. Cornelis Venema, president of Mid-America Reformed Seminaqry is our guest as we discuss the current state of the United Reformed Church
1/27/2014 • 55 minutes, 6 seconds
#52 - Faith and Practice #4
In this fourth installment of the Faith and Practice segment Dr. Pipa answers questions related to paedobaptism, mission churches, the Lord's Day and many more.
1/24/2014 • 59 minutes, 32 seconds
#51 - Reformed Church in America Report
In this broadcast we sit down and speak with Rev. Ben Kappers, a Teaching Elder in the Reformed Church in America. We discuss the current state of the denomination and other related issues and topics.
1/23/2014 • 59 minutes, 29 seconds
#50 - Mission to Italy
In this broadcast we sit down and speak with Rev. Michael Cuneo, missionary to Viterbo, Italy. Mr. Cuneo is a graduate of Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary and has been working in Italy for quite a few years.
12/13/2013 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 42 seconds
#48 - The ARP General Synod Report
This week we talked with Jeff Kingswood, moderator of the ARP General Synod, about news and events related to the Associate Reformed Church, particularly items discussed at the 2013 General Synod.
10/25/2013 • 51 minutes, 39 seconds
#47 - The Angel of the Reformation
This week we interviewed Tom Ertl, president of Zurich Publishing on this book: Pierre Viret: The Angel of the Reformation. Viret was very influential in the life John Calvin.
10/18/2013 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 38 seconds
#46 - The RPCNA and Sexual Orientation
This week we sat down with Howard Huizing and Ken Smith who were on the committee of the RPCNA that discussed and drafted the Contemporary Issues on Sexual Orientation report for the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America
10/11/2013 • 52 minutes, 54 seconds
#45 - Engaging With Keller
This week we welcome Dr. William Schweitzer, editor of the book "Engaging With Keller: Thinking Through the Theology of an Influential Evangelical".
10/4/2013 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 8 seconds
#44 - Faith and Practice #3
In this third installment of the Faith and Practice segment Dr. Pipa answers questions related to "exceptions to the Westminster Confession"; "The Lord's Day"; "1 Peter 3:19-20" and many more.
9/27/2013 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 2 seconds
#43 - Love Into Light
Rev. Peter Hubbard was our guest as we discussed his book "Love Inot Light: The Gospel, the homosexual and the church" as well as related issues.
9/23/2013 • 52 minutes, 58 seconds
#42 - A Neglected Grace
Rev. Jason Helopoulos was our guest as we discussed his book "A Neglected Grace: Family Worship in the Christian Home".
9/23/2013 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 59 seconds
#41 - The OPC General Assembly
Rev. Jonathan Holst was our guest as we discussed the most recent OPC General Assembly as wellas related issues and topics.
9/23/2013 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 21 seconds
#40 - Christ's Glory, Your Good
Ryan McGraw was our guest as we discussed his book "Christ's Glory, Your Good".
8/19/2013 • 57 minutes, 59 seconds
#39 - A Philosophy of Missions
Dr. Tony Curto was our guest as we talked about missions, specifically a biblical philosophy regarding missions.
8/9/2013 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 41 seconds
#38 - Faith and Practice #2
In this second segment of "Faith and Practice" Dr. Pipa deals with questions regarding honoring civil authorites, cessationism, church membership, music in worship, the Puritan doctrine of assurance, paedocommunion and the basics of Christianity.
7/26/2013 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 1 second
#37 - The 41st PCA General Assembly
Dr. Shaw, professor of Old Testament at GPTS sits down with us and discusses the 41st PCA General Assembly
7/19/2013 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 4 seconds
#36 - Faith and Practice #1
In this first segment of "Faith and Practice" Dr. Pipa deals with questions regarding the Lord's Day, two-kingdom theology, differences between the OPC and PCA as well as God's sovereignty in the face of disasters.
6/11/2013 • 51 minutes, 43 seconds
#35 - Reflections of Seminary Life
A discussion with two graduating seniors, Mr. Joshua Sparkman and Mr. Mike Myers, of GPTS on their life and experience as seminary students.
5/21/2013 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 12 seconds
#34 - Good and Necessary Consequence
A discussion with Rev. Ryan McGraw on his book "By Good and Necessary Consequence".
5/15/2013 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 43 seconds
#33 - Paedocommunion
A discussion with Dr. Joseph Pipa on the topic of paedcommunion in light of two articles posted on the By Faith Online website.
4/19/2013 • 52 minutes, 46 seconds
#32 - Questions to Ask When Candidating
A discussion with Dr. Robert Cathcart on items that should be considered when candidating for a pastoral position at a church.
3/13/2013 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 28 seconds
#31 - A Puritan Theology
Dr. Joel Beeke was our guest as we discussed what he has called his Magnum opus: A Puritan Theology: Doctrine for Life.
1/25/2013 • 39 minutes, 19 seconds
#30 - Experiences of a New Minister
Rev. Seth Starkey, assistant pastor of Second Presbyterian Church, PCA in Greenville, SC was our guest as we discussed his personal experiences as a new minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
1/7/2013 • 53 minutes, 50 seconds
#29 - Warfield on the Christian Life
Dr. Fred G. Zaspel was our guest as we took a brief but informative look at his book on the Christian life through the eyes of B.B. Warfield
1/7/2013 • 53 minutes, 25 seconds
#28 - The Election: Observations and Exhortations for God's People
Dr. Joseph Pipa was our guest as we discussed the recent election with some observations and perspectives as well as some exhortations for God's people in the church today.
11/13/2012 • 50 minutes, 40 seconds
#27 - The Timeless Nature of the Bible's Social Mandates
Dr. Joseph Pipa was our guest as we discussed hermeneutics, especially in light of the social issues that affect the church.
11/2/2012 • 50 minutes, 31 seconds
#26 - Parenting By God's Promises
Dr. Joel Beeke was our guest as we discussed his book "Parenting By God's Promises: How To Raise Children in the Covenant of Grace" as well as related issues.
10/19/2012 • 38 minutes, 14 seconds
#25 - We Become What We Worship
Dr. G.K. Beale was our guest as we discussed his book "We Become What We Worship" as well as related topics on the issue of Idolatry.
10/5/2012 • 48 minutes, 28 seconds
#24 - Did God Really Say?
Dr. David Garner is our guest as we discuss a book he edited titled "Did God Really Say?" In this discussion we examine the never changing importance of the doctrine of Scripture.
9/21/2012 • 52 minutes, 39 seconds
#23 - Letters From the Front
Dr. Barry Waugh was our guest as we discussed this book he edited detailing various letters from J. Gresham Machen while he served the troops during World War 1.
9/7/2012 • 55 minutes, 23 seconds
#22 - When a Pastor Leaves His Church
What happens to a pastor when he believes that God is calling him to leave one congregation to pastor another congregation? What are some of the pitfalls and problems associated with it? Are there any fundamental processes that a pastor can use to help him determine if this is the will of God? In this broadcast we examine these questions, and many more, with a man who labored over this exact issue. Our guest is Rev. Ryan McGraw.
8/31/2012 • 53 minutes, 32 seconds
#21 - Elders and Deacons
Thabiti Anyabwile was our guest as we discussed his book "Finding Faithful Elders and Deacons" as well as related issues.
8/24/2012 • 56 minutes, 50 seconds
#20 - Galatians and the Lectio Continua Commentary Series
Dr. J.V. Fesko was our guest as we discussed his newest work on the book of Galatians in the Lectio Continua Expository Commentary Series.
8/10/2012 • 56 minutes, 41 seconds
#19 - SermonAudio.com
Stephen Lee, founder and owner of Sermon Audio, was our guest as we talked about the start of Sermon Audio, its purposesand plans for the future.
8/8/2012 • 37 minutes, 16 seconds
#18 - Day One Publications
Colin Jones, chairman of the board of Day One Publications, was our guest as we discussed this publication house, its beginnings and purposes as well as goals and other topics.
7/14/2012 • 39 minutes, 38 seconds
#17 - An Analysis of the 40th PCA General Assembly
Dr. Rick Phillips was our guest as we sat down and discussed the recent 40th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in America. In this discussion, held in the Gresham Conference Room of Second Presbyterian Church in downtown Greenville, SC.
6/30/2012 • 1 hour, 8 seconds
#16 - Church Planting in Difficult Circumstances
Scott Moore was our guest as we discussed his desire to plant a PCA church in urban Mobile, Alabama. We discussed numerous issues related to this topic including the difficulty associated with planting a church in an urban center.
6/26/2012 • 59 minutes, 18 seconds
#15 - The Day of Worship
Pastor Ryan McGraw was our guest as we discussed his book "The Day of Worship: Reassessing the Christian Life in Light of the Sabbath" as well as related matters.
6/22/2012 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 22 seconds
#14 - The Solid Ground of the Word of God
Pastor Gabe Fluhrer was our guest as we discussed a book he edited on the sacred Scriptures, the Word of God.
6/4/2012 • 41 minutes, 20 seconds
#13 - The Creation Issue and the PCA
Pastor Wes White was our guest as we discussed the creation issue, bio-logos, and a host of related topics especially as it affects the Presbyterian Church in America.
6/4/2012 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 40 seconds
#12 - Samuel Miller and Old Princeton
Pastor Andy Webb was our guest as we discussed Samuel Miller, his life and theology as well as related matters pertaining to the gospel ministry.
5/29/2012 • 57 minutes, 30 seconds
#11 - Pastoral Struggles and the Christian Ministry
Dr. Sean Lucas was our guest as we discussed various aspects related to struggles in the pastoral ministry.
5/9/2012 • 58 minutes, 48 seconds
#10 - The Experience of a Divinity Education
4th year students Jim Stenvenson and Steve Walton sat dowwn with the host to discuss their time and experience as Divinity students at Greenville Seminary as well as related topics.
5/8/2012 • 57 minutes, 39 seconds
#09 - Church Planting
Pastor Nick Batzig was my guest as we discussed church plantiong as well as related topics.
4/23/2012 • 58 minutes, 19 seconds
#08 - Prison Ministries and the Local Church
Pastor Daniel Jarstfer was my guest as we discussed prison ministries, especially in the light of the local church.
4/20/2012 • 36 minutes, 32 seconds
#07 - Metanoia Prison Ministries
Mark Casson was my guest as we discussed prison ministries including the work and labors of Metanoia Prison Ministries.
4/17/2012 • 53 minutes, 8 seconds
#06 - I Have A Dream: The Future of Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Dr. Joseph Pipa was my guest as we discussed his Silver Anniversary address given on March 12, 2012 regarding the future of Greenville Seminary.
3/29/2012 • 53 minutes, 13 seconds
#05 - The Hodge-Thornwell Exchange
Dr. Nick Willborn was my guest as we discussed the issues and concerns in the debates between Charles Hodge and James Henley Thornwell.
3/5/2012 • 46 minutes, 10 seconds
#04 - The Old Testament and Princeton Seminary
A roundtable discussion with Dr. Ben Shaw on the Old Testament and Princeton Seminary.
2/28/2012 • 45 minutes, 41 seconds