Reformed Podmatics

Calvinism Today - Episode 50

In the wake of the "Young, Restless, and Reformed" movement of the early 2000s, what is the status of Calvinism in America today? Pastor Zac and Pastor Mark take a look at previous events and present trends.
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Who Is Herman Bavinck? - Episode 49

In this new series on Reformed Podmatics we'll venture through Church history and learn more about the "great cloud of witnesses" that surrounds us today. This episode gives a basic introduction to Herman Bavinck, whose masterful work as a theologian continues to grow in influence throughout the world.
Fun Fact: The title of this podcast plays on the title of Bavinck's magnum opus, Reformed Dogmatics. You can purchase his work here.
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Criticism & Encouragement - Episode 48

How can we best offer feedback, both positive and critical, to people in church? Pastor Zac and Pastor Mark give examples of how encouragement and criticism has gone well and how it has been unhelpful for us in the past.
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Beauty and Aesthetics - Episode 47

Why should beauty matter to Christians? What place do art, architecture, music, films, and literature have in how we celebrate God's glory?
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Critical Race Theory - Episode 46

Over the past few months Critical Race Theory has been much-discussed but often misunderstood. What should a Christian make of this movement? Is it compatible with a biblical worldview?
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Modest Is Hottest? - Episode 45

While the topic of modesty has faded a bit in prevalence among evangelicals, there is still much confusion about the matter. What does the Bible say about modesty? Is this only a "women's issue?"
Additional Reading:
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/modesty-conversation/
https://alastairadversaria.com/2013/09/07/some-rambling-and-unwelcome-reflections-on-modesty-debates/
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A Word for Argumentative Calvinists - Reformed Podmatics: Episode 44

Why are so many Reformed pastors argumentative and suspicious of any idea that differs slightly from their established doctrines? In this episode of Reformed Podmatics Pastor Zac and Pastor Mark address polemics, which Oxford defines as "the art or practice of engaging in controversial debate or dispute." 
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Women's Ordination - Reformed Podmatics: Episode 43

We're going there! Pastor Zac and Pastor Mark discuss differing beliefs about women's ordination. 
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Ingredients of a Good Sermon - Reformed Podmatics: Episode 42

What are the ingredients of a good sermon? This episode of Reformed Podmatics will prompt listeners to evaluate the quality of a sermon with more criteria than "How did it make me feel?"
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The Case for Christian Education - Reformed Podmatics: Episode 41

One trait of Reformed churches that many evangelicals find peculiar is our dedication to Christian day school education. Special guest Joe Venema, principal of the upper school (middle school and high school) at Ripon Christian joins Reformed Podmatics to help us understand why Christian education is so important to many Reformed believers.
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The Charismatic Movement - Reformed Podmatics: Episode 40

One of the most influential trends within Christianity over the past 30 years has been the charismatic movement. Charismatic leaders have impacted beliefs on worship, music, evangelism, theology, and ecclesiology. Pastor Zac and Pastor Mark discuss some of the blessings and challenges that have arisen as a result of the expanding influence of charismatic theology.
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Roman Catholicism - Reformed Podmatics: Episode 39

What should a Reformed Christian make of the Roman Catholic Church? This question originated in the Reformation and continues to this day.
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3 Good Arguments Against Christianity - Reformed Podmatics: Episode 38

What are some of the more theologically or philosophically substantial arguments against the Christian faith? Pastor Zac and Pastor Mark share their thoughts on how a wise, faithful Christian can respond to these matters.
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Reformed Podmatics - Episode 37: A Catalog of Bad Arguments Against Christianity

As western culture moves further into a "post-Christian" era, there will be various arguments made against our faith. Some arguments are better than others. In this episode Pastor Zac and Pastor Mark address some of the weaker arguments against the orthodox, historic Christian faith.
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Reformed Podmatics - Episode 36: Youth Ministry

What are some distinctive traits of Reformed youth ministry? Today we welcome special guest, Pastor Patrick Anthony, to Reformed Podmatics for a discussion on the purpose and goal of youth group.
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Reformed Podmatics - Episode 35: Non-Reformed Voices

Which non-Reformed theologians and pastors are doing Christ-centered ministry in a way that is blessing Reformed believers? What criteria do we use to evaluate who is influencing our life and doctrine? Pastor Zac and Pastor Mark give their lists of non-Reformed voices that have blessed them.
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Reformed Podmatics - Episode 34: Nomadic Spirituality

Polls suggest that churchgoers are becoming less and less likely to officially join a church and worship every week with that congregation. There are a number of factors that contribute to this phenomenon of "nomadic spirituality." Pastor Zac and Pastor Mark discuss some of the dangers of transience, both for pastors and for the average churchgoer.
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Reformed Podmatics - Episode 33: Easter

Christ is Risen! He is Risen, indeed!
Enjoy this short episode on why it's great to be a Reformed Christian on Easter Sunday. 
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Reformed Podmatics - Episode 32: Fallen Leaders

In recent years the Church has endured a spate of moral failings of influential leaders. What leads to such catastrophes? How can a Christian respond when a trusted pastor falls? 
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Reformed Podmatics - Episode 31: Identity

What is your most foundational identity? American? Mother? Alumnus? Member of ______ church? One of the questions Jesus came to answer was the question of identity. Pastor Zac and Pastor Mark look to Scripture and Reformed theology for insights on this essential matter.
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