Soteriology 101 w/ Dr. Leighton Flowers

Professor Leighton Flowers responds to Pastor Sean Cole's podcast over the doctrine of Total Inability and the need for the Effectual Calling. In part 2, we deal specifically with the biblical texts that Sean uses to support these Calvinistic views.   For more please visit us at www.soteriology101.com

Professor Leighton Flowers responds to Pastor Sean Cole's podcast over the doctrine of Total Inability and the need for the Effectual Calling.   For more please visit us at www.soteriology101.com

Professor Leighton Flowers has Pastor Sean Cole, a SBC Calvinist, on the show again. This time they specifically discuss Romans 9 and other common proof texts dealing with soteriology.  These two always model a Christlike attitude and graciousness that is all too rare today.  Let's dive in!  This program is also on Prof. Flowers' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hmxkt290BAE   To jo...

Dr. James White, of Alpha and Omega Ministries, answered a caller on his most recent program about Prof. Flowers soteriological perspective and today he responds.  White's marginalization tactic is unveiled along with several false presumptions of the caller and Dr. White.  Let's dive in. For more go to www.soteriology101.com

Tony Miano recently apologized for his offensive comments regarding Michael Brown not being saved (kind of) and the Bible Thumping Wingnuts, Len, Andrew and Tim, address this on their show. In their discussion, the old ACCUSATION of MISREPRESENTATION (i.e "you are ignorant of my view") was leveled toward me. I unpack why this strawman fallacy and accusations of it will always continue in these typ...

During an interview between John Piper and Matt Chandler the topic of soteriology came up and today we respectfully confront the perspective that was presented.  We get into the Calvinistic view of God's two opposing wills. We discuss the biblical doctrine of judicial hardening as in contrast with the Calvinistic conclusions about God's two opposing wills. Let's dive in.   For more information ple...

A great Sound of the Saints episode where we answers Calvinistic questions and hear from you, our listeners. We look at John 10, where Jesus says, "I lay down my life for the sheep," and other arguments over the atonement of Christ.  Let's dive in!   For more information or to join in the conversation go to www.soteriology101.com

Since coming to faith in 1971 as a 16 year-old, heroin-shooting Jewish rock drummer, Dr. Michael Brown has devoted his life to fostering awakening in the Church, sparking moral and cultural revolution in the society, raising up gospel laborers for the nations, and reaching out to his own Jewish people. He is the host of the nationally syndicated Line of Fire radio broadcast, the president of FIRE...

Dr. Robert Morey of faithdefenders.com has put out a video on YouTube that has become pretty popular.  He answers the question, "Does God Love Everyone?" from a "Reformed" perspective...though it could be argued that many Calvinistic believers would oppose this view as much as I do.  Let's dive in. For more visit us at www.soteriology101.com   Here is the video from Dr. Morey: https://www.youtube....

In a recent "Ask Pastor John" podcast, Dr. John Piper answers the question about the major difference between Arminians and Calvinists.  He speaks of the decisive factor in the salvation process and Professor Flowers responds to his answer.  Let's dive in. For more information go to www.soteriology101.com

Matt Slick, the founder and President of CARM ministries and an accomplished apologist, appears on the Bible Thumping Wingnut podcast to answer the question, "What must we do to be saved?" My contention is that Slick contradicts the clear biblical teaching of man's responsiblity to humble himself. Let's dive in. For more information please visit www.soteriology101.com   What also must be noted is...

Dr. Brian Wagner Ph. D, Professor of Biblical Languages at Virgina Baptist College, joins the discussion again today over the biblical doctrine of Divine hardening and how that can help us better understand the the meaning of Romas 9 in its context. To join Professor Wagner and Professor Flowers in a discussion over this topic and much more please visit www.soteriology101.com

This is part two of two in our discussion with Dr. Adam Harwood over the doctrine of Original Guilt, the nature of man from birth.  We discuss Dr. Harwoods much needed work over the doctrine of man in relation to inherited guilt and the nature of sin. You do not want to miss both parts of this highly educational podcast.  Dr. Harwood drops a bomb, of sorts, so be sure to tune in... To join our dis...

Professor Flowers reads several positive and some no so positive comments about his podcast off Social Media and iTunes reviews.  In the last part of the podcast he interacts with one comment over the issue of exegesis.  A segment from Pastor Sean Cole's most recent podcast over the Romans 9 debate is played for a balanced approach. Let's dive in!   To join the conversation visit www.soteriology10...

This is part one of two in our discussion with Dr. Adam Harwood over the doctrine of Original Guilt, the nature of man from birth.  We discuss Dr. Harwoods much needed work over the doctrine of man in relation to inherited guilt and the nature of sin. You do not want to miss both parts of this highly educational podcast.   To join our discussion go to www.soteriology101.com   To read more from Dr....

Dr. Brian Wagner Ph. D, Professor of Biblical Languages at Virgina Baptist College, joins the discussion today over the role of the Holy Spirit in Salvation. To join Professor Wagner and Professor Flowers in a discussion over this topic and much more please visit www.soteriology101.com

Professor Flowers was addressed on the "downgrade" segment of the Pulpit and Pen Podcast hosted by JD Hall.  Hall took issue with Flowers' definition of "Divine Sovereignty," in a recent article ran by SBC Today, yet Hall never really engaged Professor Flowers on their point of contention. Here is a copy of the article from www.soteriology101.com   The attribute of God’s Sovereignty is not an eter...

Another great "Sound of the Saints" episode where we hear from a faithful listener and patron of the podcast, Stephen Bowen. Practical theology is the primary topic of discussion as Leighton and Stephen discuss how theology affects every part of our lives.  Some time is also spent talking about the debate with James White and others over the doctrines of Calvinism.  Let's dive in.   To join Profes...

Professor Leighton Flowers has Pastor Sean Cole, a SBC Calvinist, on the show to discuss the different soteriological perspectives while modeling a Christlike attitude and graciousness that is all too rare today.  Let's dive in!   To join the discussion visit us at www.soteriology101.com   Song: Hey Brother by Aviccii

Reclaiming the Mind Ministries puts out a great podcast called "Theology Unplugged" that I highly recommend.  They are reformed brothers discussing theology and though I agree with them most of the time I do take issue with a few of their views regarding sovereignty, free will and the doctrines of salvation. This podcast tackles the question about God's infinite knowledge of the future and whether...

Pastor and Author Tim Keller preached a message over Romans 8:28-39 where he discussion Divine Foreknowledge and His sovereign control over every thing that comes to pass.  While I agree with many of his views there are a few apparent differences that have to be pointed out and rightly understood within the biblical context. Let's dive in.   To join the discussion visit us at www.soteriology101.co...

Today we listen to the "sounds of the Saints" (Audio Adrenaline).  The podcast is dedicated to letting our listeners voices be heard. We often hear the critiques of the podcast, but rarely do we hear from those who stand in agreement.  Today we listen to Trinity Radio where two Ph. Ds provide a positive review of the debate on Romans 9.  We also read the reviews off iTunes and Amazon.  A big shout...

Commentary on Romans 8:28-39 By Leighton Flowers   28  And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to  His  purpose.    The Greek verb οἶδα (oida), translated as “we know,” is a perfect active indicative form of the verb, meaning “to observe and therefore perceive.” [1] The perfect tense indicates past completed action w...

Peter is concerned that His Lord doesn't suffer.  He sincerely want to protect the glory of His Lord, but Jesus calls him a stumbling block. Could some people unintentionally be seeking to protect what they feel is the glory of God while actually serving as stumbling blocks to what is truly glorious?  Let's dive in. Join our discussion at www.soteriology101.com

We listen to a clip from the Seminary Dropout Podcast with Shane Blackshear and his guest Austin Fischer, author of Young, Restless and No Longer Reformed. Austin makes a great point about what a true humanistic and man centered theology looks like in light of the God we see best reflected in Christ. We end the podcast by playing the closing remarks in my most recent debate with Dr. James White.  ...