This episode explores classical theism, its biblical foundations, and its significance in Christian theology. Jordan, Leland, and Hunter discuss key attributes of God like immutability, impassibility, and simplicity, addressing common misconceptions and pastoral applications.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum and Its Mission

01:52 Exploring Classical Theism

05:20 Understanding Big God Theology

12:41 The Doctrine of Divine Simplicity

21:33 Pastoral Applications of Immutability and Impassibility

30:42 The Biblical Foundation of Classical Theism

31:53 Unity of Scripture and Theological Consistency

33:05 Methodological Approaches to Classical Theism

36:40 Historical Perspectives on Theological Authority

36:51 Insights from the Canons of Nicaea

37:53 The Role of Collective Wisdom in Church Governance

41:23 The Need for Modern Church Canons

42:38 Exploring Theological Insights from Historical Councils

45:36 Christian Nationalism and Its Implications

46:52 Metaphysics in Creeds and Confessions

47:49 Consensus in Theological Discourse

In this episode, Jordan talks with Christian Miller about the importance of honesty, the recent research on dishonesty, and the moral implications of honesty in various spheres including education, religion, and politics. They explore how societal trends are affecting our virtue of honesty and offer insights on how to preserve this treasured virtue.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Its Mission

01:51 The Rise of Interest in Honesty

03:44 Defining Honesty: More Than Just Not Lying

08:29 The Complexity of Honesty and Motivation

09:46 Are Most People Honest or Dishonest?

14:11 The Impact of AI on Academic Honesty

22:13 Strategies for Promoting Honesty in Education

24:59 Sermon Plagiarism: A Crisis in Religion

34:14 The Honesty Crisis in Politics

39:21 The Importance of Honesty in a Religious Context

42:02 Future Directions in Research on Honesty

In this episode, Jordan talks with Dr. Tom Brand discusses his book 'Intimately Forsaken' and they explore the complex theology of the cry of dereliction, divine impassibility, and the nature of the Trinity. He shares insights from his academic journey, theological reflections, and practical implications for preaching and faith.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast

01:44 Meet Dr. Tom Brand and His Background

05:27 Exploring the Cry of Dereliction

08:57 The Pillars of Divine Impassibility

12:06 The Suffering God Debate

14:09 Cyril of Alexandria and the Communication of Idioms

15:51 Understanding Divine Personhood

18:23 Real Distinction vs. Divine Simplicity

22:14 The Challenge of Language in Theology

26:22 Interpreting Scripture and Classical Theism

29:45 Preaching the Cry of Dereliction

32:51 Common Misunderstandings in Theology

35:00 Areas for Further Research

37:41 The Value of Advanced Theological Study