Jordan B Cooper

Just and Sinner Podcast

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A weekly discussion of theology from a Lutheran perspective.

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Jordan B Cooper

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Religion

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www.jordanbcooper.com

Latest episode

Jun 19, 2026

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Episodes

The Theologia Germanica 10.01.2025

This episode is the fourth in our series on the mystical union. Here, I give an overview of the medieval mystical book which influenced Luther, titled the Theologia Germanica .

The Doctrine of the Mystical Union Part 3 08.01.2025

This is the third episode in our series on the mystical union. In this program, I finish the discussion of David Hollaz's treatment of the subject.

The Doctrine of the Mystical Union Part 2 06.01.2025

This episode is the second in a series on the mystical union, in which I continue discussing David Hollaz's treatment of the subject.

David Hollaz on the Mystical Union 02.01.2025

This is the first episode in a series on the Mystical Union. In this episode, I begin a discussion of the Lutheran orthodox theologian David Hollaz's take on the subject.

Has Modern Society Failed Men? 25.10.2024

This is the first of three talks delivered at a men's conference on Long Island. These talks discuss the current crisis men in the West are facing. 

A Critique of Tom Holland's Portrayal of Martin Luther 21.10.2024

This episode covers a recent multi-part series on The Rest is History podcast hosted by historian Tom Holland on Martin Luther and the Reformation. I discuss the errors in the portrayal of the reformer present throughout this series.

An Introduction to the Lutheran Confessions 18.10.2024

This episode is part of our Just & Sinner Essentials series. I give a background to each of the documents in the Lutheran Confessions, and discuss what it means to be a "Confessional" Lutheran.

Defining Papal Infallibility: The Maximal Infallibility Position of Manning 11.10.2024

This second in our series on Papal infallibility explores the maximal infallibility position taken by Henry Edward Manning.

The Doctrine of Human Rights According to F.J. Stahl 07.10.2024

This continuation of our discussion of the thought of Lutheran political philosopher Friedrich Julius Stahl covers his conception of rights.

The Doctrine of Election (Formula of Concord Article XI) 04.10.2024

This final talk in our series on the Formula of Concord covers the Lutheran doctrine of predestination as differentiated from that of the Calvinists.

The Descent Into Hell and Adiaphora (Formula of Concord Articles IX-X) 01.10.2024

This episode continues our discussion of the Formula of Concord as I discuss the descent of Christ into hell and the controversy surrounding adiaphora.

The Communication of Attributes (FC VIII) 30.08.2024

This program discusses article eight of the Formula of Concord in which the relationship between the divine and the human natures in Christ is discussed. This program covers the debates between Lutheran and Reformed theologians on the communication of majesty.

Christ's Presence in the Lord's Supper (FC VII) 26.08.2024

This next part in the series of talks on the Formula of Concord addresses the debates surrounding the nature of Jesus's presence in the Lord's Supper.

A Christian Approach to the Relationship Between Theology and Philosophy (What's Wrong with Modern Thought 4) 23.08.2024

This fourth lecture in a series on modern thought discusses how Christians should view the relationship between theology and philosophy, or faith and reason.

Poststructuralism and the End of Modernity (What's Wrong with the Modern World 3) 19.08.2024

This third talk in the What's Wrong with the Modern World series addresses the end of modernity and the rise of postmodernity.

How Modern Philosophy Shaped the World (What's Wrong with Modern Thought 2) 16.08.2024

This is the second lecture in a series of talks on the ideas of modernity. In this talk, I discuss Rene Descartes. 

The Rise of Skepticism (What's Wrong with Modern Thought 1) 12.08.2024

This is the first of five talks I gave on the problems with modern thought and how Lutherans should respond to these challenges. Here I discuss Pierre Charron and the birth of modern skepticism.

The Mystery of Beauty 09.08.2024

This is a talk I gave to the Graduate Christian Fellowship at Cornell University on the subject of beauty.

The Third Use of the Law (FC VI) 05.08.2024

This continuation of our study of the Formula of Concord addresses controversies related to the third use of the law. 

The Distinction Between Law and Gospel (FC V) 02.08.2024

This continuation of our study of the Formula of Concord overviews the distinction between the law and the gospel in light of debates among second generation Lutherans.

Are Good Works Necessary for Salvation? (FC Article IV) 29.07.2024

This fourth part of our series on the Formula of Concord address the relationship between good works and salvation.

A Lutheran Response to Modernity (What's Wrong with Modern Thought 5) 29.07.2024

This is the final lecture in the What's Wrong with Modern Thought series, in which I provide a Lutheran response to the basic questions and challenges of modernity.

Judith Butler's Ideology of Gender Performativy (Makers of the Modern World) 26.07.2024

This continuation of the Makers of the Modern World series examines the theories of gender theorist Judith Butler on gender which stands behind much modern confusion on the issue.

The Righteousness of Faith (FC Article III) 24.07.2024

This episode discusses article three of the Formula of Concord on the nature of the righteousness of God and justifying faith.

A Discussion of Regime Change by Patrick Deneen 18.05.2024

This episode is a discussion of Roman Catholic political philosopher Patrick Deneen's book Regime Change.

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