Cincy Reformed Podcast

What exactly are we asking when we pray the Lord's Prayer? In this episode, Pastors Brandon and Zac walk through each petition of the Lord's Prayer.  For more information, see:  Heidelberg Catechism Q.116-129 Sacred Dissertations on the Lord's Prayer by Herman Witsius  The Lord's Prayer by Thomas Watson  Can the Pope Change the Lord’s Prayer?  by Cincy Reformed 

What exactly are we asking when we pray the Lord's Prayer? In this episode, Pastors Brandon and Zac walk through each petition of the Lord's Prayer.  For more information, see:  Heidelberg Catechism Q.116-129 Sacred Dissertations on the Lord's Prayer by Herman Witsius  The Lord's Prayer by Thomas Watson 

In this episode, Pastor Zac interviews Rev. Sam Perez of Grace Reformed Church in Jersey City. 

According to Scripture, it is God who opens wombs ( Gen. 29:31; 30:17-24; Ps. 113:9 ) and closes wombs ( Gen. 20:18; 1 Sam. 1:5 ). God is Lord of the womb and, under God’s Lordship, life begins and a soul is created by God when an egg is fertilized. With this background, how should Christians think about the killing of a person in his or her mother's womb? God forbids murder ( Exo. 20:13; Rev. 21:...

Scripture exhorts us, "Let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous" (Heb. 13:4), "The body is not meant for sexual immorality, but for the Lord," (1 Cor. 6:13), "But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality," (Ephesians. 5:3), and "Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and...

Scripture exhorts us, "Let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous" (Heb. 13:4), "The body is not meant for sexual immorality, but for the Lord," (1 Cor. 6:13), "But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality," (Ephesians. 5:3), and "Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and...

When the Canons of Dort speak of "Pelagianism," of whom is it referring? Were the Remonstrants Pelagian? In this episode, Pastors Brandon and Zac discuss the these questions and more.  For more information, see:  The Canons of Dort .  Saving the Reformation: The Pastoral Theology of the Canons of Dort by Robert Godfrey  Crisis in the Reformed Church: Essays in Commemoration of the Great Synod of D...

When the Canons of Dort speak of "Pelagianism," of whom is it referring? Were the Remonstrants Pelagian? In this episode, Pastors Brandon and Zac discuss the these questions and more.  For more information, see:  The Canons of Dort .  Saving the Reformation: The Pastoral Theology of the Canons of Dort by Robert Godfrey  Crisis in the Reformed Church: Essays in Commemoration of the Great Synod of D...

What is "Calvinism"? Can it really be summed up into five points? Is the acronym TULIP sufficient for our understanding of salvation? In this episode, Pastor Zac discusses the Canons of Dort .  For more information, see:  Saving the Reformation: The Pastoral Theology of the Canons of Dort by Robert Godfrey  Crisis in the Reformed Church: Essays in Commemoration of the Great Synod of Dort  ed. by P...

On September 8, 2023 it was claimed that a Eucharistic Miracle happened in Cincinnati, OH wherein the bread of the Lord's Supper became stained with physical blood. The samples were subsequently sent off for verification. In this podcast episode, Pastor Brandon reflects on this local event from a Reformed perspective. 

Should we swear? What about oaths? In this episode Pastor Zac discusses the Third Commandment.  For more information, see:  Heidelberg Catechism Qs. 99-102. 

How should children be educated? What is education? What is the goal of education? What should be taught? Are the children products of chance, or are they covenant children made in God's image? Are teachers passive chaperones or mature shepherds who lead with authority? Who shapes the curriculum and what is included? What is the standard for education? Numerous theories on education seek to answer...

In this episode, Pastor Brandon discusses Proverbs 12:25 and Psalm 45:1-6 . What is the "good word" that lifts anxiety and gives hope to the heart?  For more information, see:  A Small Book for the Anxious Heart: Meditations on Fear, Worry, and Trust by Ed Welch  Depression: Looking Up from the Stubborn Darkness by Ed Welch  Overcoming Anxiety: Relief for Worried People by David Powlison  "Paralyz...

In this episode, Pastor Zac explores the salvation of covenant children from an article in the Canons of Dort (1.17): Since we must make judgments about God’s will from his Word, which testifies that the children of believers are holy, not by nature but by virtue of the gracious covenant in which they together with their parents are included, godly parents ought not to doubt the election and salva...

In this episode, Pastor Brandon gives a devotional from Song of Songs 2:15 .  For more information, see:  Sermon on Song 2:15 by Ian Duguid  Song of Songs (Reformed Commentary) by Ian Duguid

In this episode, Pastor Zac explains the role of gratitude in the Christian life.  For more information, see:  Heidelberg Catechism 

It is so comforting that God cares for the next generation, and they are in His mighty hands. Even when we fail, God is faithful to His covenant promises. But that doesn't mean we don't have a lot of work to do. Judges 2:10 recounts a sad story when "there arose another generation after them who did not know the Lord or the work that he had done for Israel." How could this happen? How could they f...

In this episode, Pastor Zac continues the series on Amillennialism, speaking here of the two ages found in Scripture.  For more information, see:  Musings on Amillennialism - Part 1 by Pastor Brandon  A Case for Amillennialism: Understanding the End Times by Kim Riddlebarger Notes:  Biblical Texts Which Speak of “This Age” Matthew 12:32 - There is no forgiveness for blasphemy against the Holy Spir...

What is Amillennialism? If you were asked to define it, where would you start? In this episode, Pastor Brandon gives some overarching contours for understanding the Amillennial position.  For more information from the Amillennialist Perspective, see:  Critical Questions of Postmillennialism by Cincy Reformed Understanding Revelation 20:1-15 - The Millennial Reign of Christ and the Binding of Satan...

In this devotional, Pastor Zac clarifies the nature of a sacrament. Too often people conceive of sacraments like a bare memorial akin to a photo album. But is that what the Bible teaches? For more information, see: The Lord's Supper: Answers to Common Questions by Keith Mathison  The Lord's Supper as a Means of Grace: More Than Just a Memory by Richard Barcellos  Reformed Dogmatics (Vol. 5) by Gee...

In this episode, Pastor Brandon unpacks Ephesians 5:15-21: Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. 17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. 18 And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, 19 addressing one another in psalms and hymns and...

How does a church plant differ from an established church? What preparation goes into church planting? What are some tips for people joining a church plant? In this episode, Pastor Brandon interviews Pastor Zac on his church planting experience.  For more information, see:  How to Plant a Reformed Church  by URCNA How to Plant a Reformed Church by URCNA (online version) Planting, Watering, Growing...

According to the Bible, "Pride goes before destruction" (Prov. 16:18), "When pride comes, then comes disgrace" (Prov. 11:2), "The Lord tears down the house of the proud" (Prov.15:25), "The pride of your heart has deceived you" (Obad. 1:3), and “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble" (Jas. 4:6). If Pride is one of those root sins that give rise to many other sins, how can we fight the...

According to the Bible, "Pride goes before destruction" (Prov. 16:18), "When pride comes, then comes disgrace" (Prov. 11:2), "The Lord tears down the house of the proud" (Prov.15:25), "The pride of your heart has deceived you" (Obad. 1:3), and “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble" (Jas. 4:6). If Pride is one of those root sins that give rise to many other sins, how can we fight the...

What are the benefits for a church in owning their own building? In this episode, Pastors Zac and Brandon discuss a new chapter in the life of Westside Reformed Church , as we begin the process of renovating and moving into our own property.  For more information, see:  https://westsidereformed.org/building/