Christ is the Cure

Season five of the CITC podcast kicks off discussing the question of whether Christians receive rewards in Heaven and whether those rewards are of differing degrees. This is part 1 of 2.    Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2025/02/06/rewards-in-heaven-pt-1/   Christ is the Cure is subscriber-supported: Join the support team at  patreon.com/christisthecure  or go to  https://christisthecur...

By popular demand, CITC season four closes with a re-release of 2023's Reformation special, "Halloween and the Reformation (combined edition)." In order to preserve timestamps, no editing has been done, and so any updates concerning CITC are outdated. Here are the timestamps for this episode: Time Stamps:   0:00-6:49 Introduction 6:49-19:51 Samhain 19:51-40:00 All Saints Day 40:00-42:08 Summary 42...

In this episode of BTB, we continue to describe some spiritual disciplines, focusing on practical tips and applications. Additionally, this episode concludes the Back to Basics series and season 4.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/10/10/btb-20...

In this episode of BTB, we briefly describe some spiritual disciplines, focusing on practical tips and applications. Here we mostly focus on scripture and disciplines related to it.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/10/03/btb-19-spiritual-disci...

In this episode of BTB, we examine sanctification, discuss what it is and is not, and briefly discuss spiritual disciplines.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/09/26/btb-18-sanctification/     Pick up books from CITC: https://christisthecure.org...

In this episode, we dive into the basics of eschatology, or the doctrine of last things. Instead of exploring intricate end-times theories, we focus on broad theological topics like death, heaven, hell, and Jesus' second coming. We clarify that eschatology includes more than just end-time events, touching on topics like the intermediate state, Hades, and the resurrection of the body. We explore ho...

In this episode of the BTB series, we examine the doctrine of the church and the ordinances/sacraments. We discuss pictures of the church as presented in scripture, the invisible vs. visible church, and the church's work. From there, we describe baptism and the Lord's Supper, focusing particularly on the communal aspect of the Lord's Supper.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerful...

In this episode of BTB, we look at the work accomplished for us by Christ and salvation, covering things such as justification, redemption, adoption, and more.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/08/22/btb-15-salvation/     Pick up books from CIT...

In this episode of BTB we look at the person of the Holy Spirit, discussing the personhood and deity of the Holy Spirit while briefly re-touching on the Trinity and the work appropriated to the Spirit.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/08/01/bt...

In this episode of BTB, we move into Christ the Mediator, pt. 2. In part 1, we looked at who Jesus is and his person before and after the incarnation. We describe the hypostatic union and the importance of its reality concerning Christ as our mediator. In part 2, we examine Christ's threefold office of Prophet, Priest, and King and their significance in summarizing Christ's work.   Christ is the C...

In this episode of BTB, we move into Christ the Mediator, pt. 1. In part 1, we look at who Jesus is and his person before and after the incarnation. We describe the hypostatic union and the importance of its reality concerning Christ as our mediator.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this e...

This BTB episode explores creation and the fall from a theological perspective. It explores the consequences of the fall, the effects of sin on humanity and the need for a savior.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/06/20/btb-11-creation-the-fall...

In this episode of BTB, we delve into God's attributes. We'll first explore God's incomprehensibility, then look at the distinction between God's incommunicable and communicable attributes, before moving on to some specific attributes, such as God's simplicity, immensity, eternality, and so on.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon....

This installment of BTB explores one of the series' most difficult topics: the doctrine of the Trinity. We examine briefly what the Trinity is and is not and provide explanations of often confusing terminology.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024...

This installment of BTB explores the doctrine of scripture, highlighting the Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy. It discusses the concept of inspiration, the dual authorship of scripture, and the authority and infallibility of the Bible. The podcast also delves into the importance of scripture in the life of Jesus and the New Testament authors. Additionally, it touches on the different philos...

In this installment of BTB, we introduce Bibliology and the Bible in general. The episode delves into the origins of the Bible, discussing its composition, languages, and means of communication from God to man. The podcast also briefly addresses the preservation of the Bible over the centuries and addresses common misconceptions and controversies surrounding its transmission.   Christ is the Cure...

In this episode, we introduce doctrine and theology, both in terms and concepts. We highlight the importance of both theology and creeds before summarizing theological categories and moving into the doctrine of Revelation. The episode discusses the distinction between General and Special Revelation.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at pat...

In this episode, we will explore the importance of developing a Biblical worldview for Christians. A worldview is like a pair of glasses that allows us to observe and understand the world around us. Without a clear lens, our perception of reality may be distorted. We will delve into important elements of a Biblical worldview.   Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joini...

This episode of BTB explores the concept of discipleship in both the Old and New Testaments. We go into the definition of discipleship and moves into examples of discipleship in the Old Testament. Following this we look at the New Testament and what it has to say on discipleship. The episode additionally tries to highlight the continuity of discipleship from the Old Testament to the New Testament....

This episode delves into the intersection of religion and relationship within Christianity. It challenges the common notion of Christianity solely as a relationship and not a religion, emphasizing that it is both. Following this, the episode highlights the need for believers to be part of a community of individuals, the criteria for identifying a sound church, and the spiritual significance of bap...

The second installment of BTB delves into "First Things," beginning with the narrative of redemption in the Christian faith. We explore the meta-narrative of scripture through the categories of Creation, The Fall, Redemption, and Restoration. The episode also discusses the significance of understanding the Gospel well for the believer and those within the believer's sphere before articulating the...

Season four continues with the beginning of a new series: Back to Basics (BTB). This introductory episode lays cards on the table regarding the series' content, what one can expect from the series, and the goals of the series. It also delves into the holistic nature of the Christian life. It explores the transformation that occurs when one is united to Christ and highlights the necessary balance b...

In this episode, we wrap up the Denomination series by briefly looking into Miscellaneous groups and concluding the series. See the landing page for the denomination series guide.    Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2024/02/15/denominations-12-misc-and-conclusions/     Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode goes into the Restorationist movement. We summarize its history, sources of authority, structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. See the landing page for sources/further reading.   Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2024/02/08/denomination...

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode goes into the Pentecostal movement. We summarize its history, sources of authority, structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. See the landing page for sources/further reading.   Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2024/02/01/denominations-1...