Cincy Reformed Podcast

In this episode, Pastor Zac continues his series on Christian hospitality.  For more information, see:  The Gospel Comes with a House Key: Practicing Radically Ordinary Hospitality in Our Post-Christian World by Rosaria Butterfield For the previous episodes in this series, see:  Introduction to Christian Hospitality  by Pastor Zac  God's Hospitality in the Old Testament Scriptures  by Pastor Zac O...

In this episode, Pastor Zac continues his series on Christian hospitality.  For more information, see:  The Gospel Comes with a House Key: Practicing Radically Ordinary Hospitality in Our Post-Christian World by Rosaria Butterfield For the previous episodes in this series, see:  Introduction to Christian Hospitality  by Pastor Zac  God's Hospitality in the Old Testament Scriptures  by Pastor Zac O...

In this episode, Pastor Zac continues his series on Christian hospitality.  For more information, see:  The Gospel Comes with a House Key: Practicing Radically Ordinary Hospitality in Our Post-Christian World by Rosaria Butterfield Introduction to Christian Hospitality  by Pastor Zac  God's Hospitality in the Old Testament Scriptures  by Pastor Zac Old Testament Examples of Godly Hospitality  by P...

In this episode, Pastor Zac continues his series on Christian hospitality.  For more information, see:  The Gospel Comes with a House Key: Practicing Radically Ordinary Hospitality in Our Post-Christian World by Rosaria Butterfield Introduction to Christian Hospitality  by Pastor Zac  God's Hospitality in the Old Testament Scriptures  by Pastor Zac

In this episode, Pastor Zac continues his series on Christian hospitality.  For more information, see:  The Gospel Comes with a House Key: Practicing Radically Ordinary Hospitality in Our Post-Christian World by Rosaria Butterfield Introduction to Christian Hospitality  by Pastor Zac 

In this episode, Pastor Zac kicks off his series on Christian hospitality.  For more information, see:  The Gospel Comes with a House Key: Practicing Radically Ordinary Hospitality in Our Post-Christian World by Rosaria Butterfield  

Is the Roman Catholic Church shifting their view on homosexuality? Officially, the Catholic Catechism believes that Scripture views homosexuality as a "grave depravity," which is why Catholic Tradition has declared it "intrinsically disordered," and "contrary to the natural law." Regarding acceptance of the act or practice, the Catechism says, "Under no circumstances can they be approved." For tho...

Is the Roman Catholic Church shifting their view on homosexuality? Officially, the Catholic Catechism asserts that Scripture views homosexuality as a "grave depravity," which is why Catholic Tradition has declared it "intrinsically disordered," and "contrary to the natural law." Regarding acceptance, the Catechism says, "Under no circumstances can they be approved." For those struggling with same-...

Many exciting things are happening in 2024. Westside Reformed Church is moving into a new building and will, subsequently, have to undergo a name change as well. Also, Pastor Brandon is now the church planter for Christ Reformed Church in Northern Kentucky. This means that there will be changes also to the podcast in 2024. In this episode we go over those exciting changes! 

Many exciting things are happening in 2024. Westside Reformed Church is moving into a new building and will, subsequently, have to undergo a name change as well. Also, Pastor Brandon is now the church planter for Christ Reformed Church in Northern Kentucky. This means that there will be changes also to the podcast in 2024. In this episode we go over those exciting changes! 

In this episode Pastors Zac and Brandon discuss the Song of Mary from Luke 1:46-56 .  For more information, see:  Song of Mary from the Trinity Psalter Hymnal 

In this episode Pastors Zac and Brandon discuss the Song of Mary from Luke 1:46-56 .    For more information, see:  Song of Mary from the Trinity Psalter Hymnal 

Who was Guido de Bres, the author of the Belgic Confession of Faith? In this episode, Pastors Brandon and Zac survey the life of de Bres.  For more information, see:  The Belgic Confession of Faith (online) The Belgic Confession (hardcover)  Faithfulness Under Fire: The Story of Guide de Bres (children's books) by William Boekestein Three Men Came to Heidelberg and Glorious Heretic: The Story of G...

Who was Guido de Bres, the author of the Belgic Confession of Faith? In this episode, Pastors Brandon and Zac survey the life of de Bres.  For more information, see:  The Belgic Confession of Faith (online) The Belgic Confession (hardcover)  Faithfulness Under Fire: The Story of Guide de Bres (children's books) by William Boekestein Three Men Came to Heidelberg and Glorious Heretic: The Story of G...

What makes a baptism valid? Is a bathtub baptism performed by a family member a valid baptism? Is a Roman Catholic baptism a valid baptism? In this episode, pastors Zac and Brandon think through those necessary elements of baptism.

In this week's episode, Pastor Zac reflects on the word "Advent" and what it means for us, especially during the month of December.  For more information, see:  O Come, O Come Emmanuel: A Liturgy for Daily Worship from Advent to Epiphany by Jonathan Gibson 

Who was Cornelius Van Til ? In this episode, Pastor Brandon surveys his biography and contributions to theology and apologetics.  For more information, see:  Cornelius Van Til: Reformed Apologist and Churchman (book) by John Muether Van Til the Evangelist  (article) by K. Scott Oliphint  To Protect Christ's Little Ones  (article) by Allen Guelzo Cornelius Van Til  (article) by Robert den Dulk Chri...

In this episode, Pastors Zac and Brandon discuss the positive role of ritual in the Christian life.  For more information, see:  What Happens When We Worship by Jonathan Cruse 

What is the process of appointing elders and deacons? In this episode, Pastor Zac sheds light on the process.  For more information, see: Church Order of the URC

What is the United Reformed Churches of North America (URCNA or URC for short)? In this episode, Pastor Brandon interviews Pastor Zac on the history, practices, and distinct characteristics of the URC.  For more information on the URC or the general history of the Dutch Reformed Church, see:  https://www.urcna.org Cornelis P. Venema, "Integration, Disintegration, and Reintegration: A Preliminary H...

What is the United Reformed Churches of North America (URCNA or URC for short)? In this episode, Pastor Brandon interviews Pastor Zac on the history, practices, and distinct characteristics of the URC.  For more information on the URC or the general history of the Dutch Reformed Church, see:  https://www.urcna.org Cornelis P. Venema, "Integration, Disintegration, and Reintegration: A Preliminary H...

In this episode, Pastor Zac gives reflections on giving thanks to God.   

In this episode, Pastor Zac highlights the intersection of current events with various theological proposals regarding the nation of Israel. Is Palestine still considered the "Holy Land"? How should Christians view battles over land?  For more information, see:  https://elder2elder.substack.com/p/contrasting-perspectives-on-the-land?utm_source=profile&utm_medium=reader2    

In this episode, Pastors Brandon and Zac discuss the up-and-coming church plant: Christ Reformed Church in Florence, KY. Pastor Brandon, currently a co-pastor at Westside Reformed Church, will be sent out as a "home missionary" to labor in Northern Kentucky. On November 26, 2023 at 6:00 PM Pastor Brandon will lead a Bible study on the topic of Law and Gospel from a Reformed perspective at Amazing...

In this episode, Pastors Brandon and Zac discuss the up-and-coming church plant: Christ Reformed Church in Florence, KY. Pastor Brandon, currently a co-pastor at Westside Reformed Church, will be sent out as a "home missionary" to labor in Northern Kentucky.   On November 26, 2023 at 6:00 PM Pastor Brandon will lead a Bible study on the topic of Law and Gospel from a Reformed perspective at Amazin...