Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly "Bear Christianity")

In the 43rd episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I walkthrough several passages in the Old Testament speaking to the coming king from Israel, the Messiah.. My Resources Typology: Understanding the Bible's Promised Shaped Patterns by James M. Hamilton Jr. (Jim Hamilton) Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd-Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwi...

In the 42nd episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I talk about Christ the Victor. Satan, sin, and death were defeated by the true message of the Gospel, and Jesus Christ death and resurrection. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd-Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I...

In the 41st episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I continue discussing the Priestly work of Jesus Christ. He holds a threefold office of Prophet, Priest, and King. This episode addresses a controversial topic of how to answer the question: "For whom did Christ die?" There are three main answers to this question. Universalism. General "Unlimited" Atonement. Specific "Limited" At...

In the 40th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I continue discussing the Priestly work of Jesus Christ. He holds a threefold office of Prophet, Priest, and King. This episode makes connections of Hebrew, Greek, and English words about the atonement. I then discuss the Mercy Seat and some translation options for hilasterion in Romans 3:25. At the end, I give an overview of several common theories of...

In the 39th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I continue discussing the Priestly work of Jesus Christ. He holds a threefold office of Prophet, Priest, and King. My Resources Systematic Theology by John Frame Systematic Theology by Charles Hodge Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd-Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bibl...

In the 38th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the Priestly work of Jesus Christ. He holds a threefold office of Prophet, Priest, and King. My Resources Systematic Theology by John Frame Systematic Theology by Charles Hodge Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd-Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software e...

In the 37th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the Prophetic work of Jesus Christ. He holds a threefold office of Prophet, Priest, and King. My Resources Studies in Theology by Loraine Boettner Systematic Theology by Charles Hodge Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd-Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Sof...

In the 36th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I define the Hypostatic Union and then survey some of the major Christological Heresies. The Hypostatic Union is the doctrine that Jesus Christ has a divine Nature and a human Nature united in one Person. Major Heresies: Ebionism Docetism Arianism Apollinarianism Nestorianism Eutychianism (Monophysitism) My Resources Studies in Theology by Loraine Boett...

In the 35th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the Carmen Christi (Hymn of Christ) as it applies to the Doctrine of the Incarnation. My Resources Vines Complete Expository Dictionary of the Old and New Testament Words. Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner w...

In the 34th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the prologue of the Gospel According to John. My Resources New International Commentary on the New Testament: John (NICNT, Jn) by Leon Morris Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below w...

In the 33rd episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss two ways Jesus Christ is Lord. He is Lord as Master, Ruler, Sovereign, King of kings, Judge... He is Lord as Yahweh (Jehovah) My Resources Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will...

In the 32nd episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the New Covenant by asking and answering a few investigative questions: Who? What? Why? When? My Resources Lexham Survey of Theology published by Lexham Press Typology: Understanding God's Promised-Shaped Patterns by James Hamilton Jr. God's Kingdom Through God's Covenants by Peter Gentry and Stephen Wellum  Bible verses quoted in...

In the 31st episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I walk through the major covenants of the Bible and show patterns ("types") which point to Jesus Christ. Adamic / Creation Covenant Noahic Covenant Abrahamic Covenant Mosaic / Sinai Covenant Davidic Covenant New Covenant in Christ My Resources Typology: Understanding God's Promised-Shaped Patterns by James Hamilton Jr. God's Kingdom Thro...

In the 30th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I give an overview of Covenant vs Dispensational Theology. My Resources  Continuity to Discontinuity by Benjamin Merkle Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will save you 10% on any base pa...

In the 29th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I give an overview of Covenants. What is the definition of a Covenant? How is a covenant different than a contract? How do Biblical Covenants resemble covenants of the Ancient Near East? Doxology: Our God is a Covenant-Keeping God! He is faithful. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones God's Kingdom Through God's Covenan...

In the 28th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the concept of Levirate marriage in the Old Testmant, the Kinsman Redeemer in Ruth, and how Jesus is our "Kinsman Redeemer". My Resources Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link bel...

In the 27th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I give an overview of Redemption. What is Redemption? Redemption relates to deliverance from a situation or from enemies. Most often, this involves paying a price to “buy back” the person or thing that is being ransomed. I also list out 9 facts about Redemption as presented by Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn L...

In the 26th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the doctrines of Total Depravity and Total Inability. We will survey the basics of the Pelagius v. Augustinian controversy, making the argument for Monergism, that we are saved by the grace of God alone. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul The Letter to the Romans by Dougla...

In the 25th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I talk about Original Sin. This is a condition we inherit from Adam. More specifically, I walk through Romans 5:12-21 in reference to the Original Guilt we inherit from Adam. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul The Letter to the Romans by Douglas Moo Systematic Theology by John Frame...

In the 24th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I talk about the sin of Adam and Eve eating from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul The Book of Genesis by Victor Hamilton (NICOT: New International Commentary Series) Article: Illumination and Investiture: The Royal Significance of the Tr...

In the 23rd episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I talk about what it means to be created in the image of God. In Latin, this is referred to as the Imago Dei . My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul The Book of Genesis by Victor Hamilton (NICOT: New International Commentary Series) The Letter to the Romans by Douglas Moo The Reformati...

In the 22nd episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I talk about the creation of man and woman. This includes the Creation Mandate in Genesis 1:28, as well as the creation of man and woman in Genesis 2. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul The Book of Genesis by Victor Hamilton (NICOT: New International Commentary Series) When Adam Nam...

In the 21st episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I talk about the doctrine of God's Providence. There are three aspects of the providence of God: Preservation, Government, Concurrence. God preserves His creation and His covenants. God's government is teleological -- He is focused on an end goal. Concurrence is the "running together" of divine and human agency. My Resources Great Doctri...

In the 20th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I talk about the doctrine of creation. God created ex nihilo , and all of creation is dependent on God for its existence. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Louis Berkhof's Systematic Theology John Frame's Systematic Theology Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I u...

In the 19th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I talk about Typology and the Kidron Valley. This valley runs north and south between the Temple Mount and the Mount of Olives. David crossed this brook as he was fleeing his son Absolom. Jesus also crossed this brook on the night of His betrayal. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are fro...