The Doxology Podcast

Welcome to our second installment of Heresy Month. Last year went so well, we thought we would try it again. October 2021 boasts an intense lineup of all things heresy. We kick it off with a bang by exploring Pelagianism. What is it? Where do we see it crop up today? Tune in for more, and remember, there's nothing spookier than bad theology.   Be sure to check out Richie Rust. He creates all our i...

On today's Christians of History episode Lukas shares the life and times of Theodore of Tarsus. He was born in the Byzantine Empire, but found himself the Archbishop of Canterbury later in life. How did such a transformation occur? Tune in to learn more.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

It's time for another installment of "What are Jens and Lukas reading at the moment?" As you likely already know, the guys love books, so here are a few of the books on their nightstands currently. Buy them. Read them. Enjoy them.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

Abolitionist and women’s rights advocate Maria W. Stewart was one of the first women of any race to speak in public in the United States. She was also the first Black American woman to write and publish a political manifesto. Her calls for Black people to resist slavery, oppression, and exploitation were radical. Stewart’s thinking and speaking style even influenced Frederick Douglass & Sojourner...

On today's episode the guys break down one of Basil's homilies from "On Social Justice." This particular homily is entitled, "I Will Tear Down My Barns." What on earth could this sermon from the 300's A.D. have to say about life in the modern world? Well, a lot, actually.    Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

Theology 101 continues with the next logical topic: revelation. No, not the book that closes out the New Testament. We are talking about general and special revelation. How do we know who God is? To what extent can we know him? Get your pencil and paper ready. Class is in session.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

Who among us is not weary from time to time? Our jobs, finances, health, relationships, and lack of sleep can all contribute to our sense of weariness. On this episode the guys talk frankly about their own experience with weariness, while also sharing the relief they've found along the way.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

Welcome to Theology 101, a new segment that you will find from time to time here at Doxology on Friday's. Tune in as the guys begin this class where any theology class should start: the trinity.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

Today the guys sit down for part two of their interview with Dr. Gavin Ortlund. Here they specifically discuss Gavin's recent book, "Anselm's Pursuit of Joy," which is about Anselm's masterwork, the "Proslogion." They cover reasons why Anselm's Ontological Argument gets so much press compared to the rest of the work, Anselm's high view of friendship, and more.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@...

On this special "Christians of History" episode, Jens and Lukas sit down with Dr. Gavin Ortlund. This is part one of a two part conversation on all things Anselm. Dr. Ortlund has devoted a great deal of time to studying Anselm and his theology. Here they discuss his life and works. Don't miss this episode. Be sure to tune in this coming Tuesday for part two on Anselm's Pursuit of Joy.   Find us on...

On this episode the guys tackle a complex topic that was recommended by a listener. What is EFS/ESS? What are the theological implications of affirming this doctrine? What about Nicene Trinitarianism? Tune in for answers to some of these questions, and more.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

It is a fight to the death (pun intended). We are pitting the Westminster Confession against the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith. On this edition, the guys explore the chapter entitled "Of the State of Man After Death and the of the Resurrection of the Dead." That is a mouthful. Here, they explore how the two confessions talk about our bodies and souls after death, what is meant by "resurr...

Today the guys explore the seven deadly sins. What are they? Where do we see them manifest themselves today? What can we learn from these "root sins?" Sin is serious business, and we ought to take it seriously.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

Jens and Lukas had a really busy week and were unable to record a Friday episode. This is only the second time they've ever been unable to release new content. They did not want to leave you guys hanging, so they decided to release a throwback episode from their early days. Enjoy!   Original episode notes: "On this week's episode, Darth Vader and Luke (Lukas) Skywalker continue the Christians of H...

You cannot escape it. Social media is everywhere. Perhaps you found this very podcast episode because of a social media post. How does one engage on social media? How is it transforming us? Tune in to hear some thoughts on how Christians should engage on social media.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

Creeds & Confessions "Versus Edition" returns again. Today the guys compare the Westminster and 1689 confessions as they pertain to the church.   Comparison chart for reference: https://www.proginosko.com/docs/wcf_lbcf.html   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

After talking about predestination generally a few weeks back, the guys got some feedback requesting that they explore predestination as it pertains to salvation more specifically. That is exactly what they do here today: they explore biblical texts, church history, and theologians who have discussed these matters.    Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram...

The guys are shaking up the Creeds & Confessions formula a little bit. Instead of exploring one given creed or confession, they take a look at two different traditions and their respective confessions. How are they similar? How do they differ? Tune in for an interesting discussion.    The comparison chart for reference: https://www.proginosko.com/docs/wcf_lbcf.html   Find us on: Email: doxologypod...

Today the guys sit down to chat with Dr. Brandon Smith. He is the host of the Church Grammar podcast, a professor at Cedarville University, and a director at the Center for Baptist Renewal. On this episode they discuss theological retrieval and how it can be used to renew the church. This is an episode you won't want to miss!   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast...

On this special Christians of History episode the guys celebrate episode #150 by exploring the lives of four Christians from Alexandria. Tune in to learn about Clement, Origen, Athanasius, and Cyril.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

Consider this a companion to last week's episode "What is Hell?" Here, the guys explore the idea of heaven. What is it? Where is it? What do we get wrong about heaven? What is the point of heaven? Tune in for more!   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

On today's Christians of History episode, Lukas shares the life of an absolute giant in the theological world. Don't miss this episode on St. Thomas Aquinas.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

What the h-e-double-hockey-sticks are the guys up to today? We are glad you asked. On this episode, the guys take some time to talk about the nature of hell. How did the idea develop? Are Sheol and Gehenna the same thing? They are not discussing people or beings that dwell in hell, but are rather focused on understanding what the bible actually has to say about it as a place. Tune in for more!   F...

On the latest installment of the critically acclaimed (by us) Christians of History, Jens brings us the life of St. Catherine of Siena. Tune in to learn about this medieval saint.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @doxologypodcast Instagram: @doxologypodcast

Predestination, election, and free will are big topics with big questions that can be overwhelming and mind bending. The guys start a conversation to try and tackle some of these big questions as best as they can. Don’t expect the final word on any of these ideas, but tune in to join our conversation as we try and cover some of key ideas on these doctrines.   Find us on: Email: doxologypodcast@gma...