RTS Washington, D.C. Faculty Podcast 2020

Hindsight is 2020

December 29, 2020

Episode 41: As 2020 comes to an end, we take time to reflect on lessons we have learned and things we are grateful for over the course of this wild year. Highlights: God, pastors, fear, this podcast, and YOU our listeners.

Born of the Virgin Mary

December 23, 2020

Episode 40: Continuing our series through the Apostles’ Creed, today we talk about the other side of the incarnation: the Son was not only “conceived of by the Holy Spirit“ but also “born of the Virgin Mary.” What’s the significance of this uniquely miraculous birth? We touch on other miraculous births in the Bible, the Magnificat, Mary as theotokos, and Jesus’ qualifications as our Savior. Merry Christmas!

Who Was Conceived of by the Holy Spirit

December 15, 2020

Episode 39: We return to our series on the Apostles’ Creed, rounding into the Christmas season with a discussion of the Spirit's work in the conception, birth, life, and death of our Lord. The Spiritual conception of Jesus is more than just proof that he is a Divine person—it does that, but it is also the climactic moment in which God fulfills his promise to be with his people in a new and and perfect way.

The Fathers on Fatherhood of God

December 9, 2020 • Dr. Blair Smith

Episode 38: We welcome Dr. D. Blair Smith, Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at RTS Charlotte, for a discussion on the Fatherhood of God as it relates to the doctrines of the Trinity and redemption. What’s the value of reading patristic writings in this connection? What does the Old Testament teach us about the Fatherhood of God? And how can a fuller understanding of God as Father enrich our worship and everyday lives? Also, don’t miss Blair’s excellent, climactically articulated 4-point “ramble” in response to Tommy’s question.

Christianity Among the Philosophers

December 2, 2020 • Chris Watkin

Episode 37: We welcome Chris Watkin to the podcast to discuss how Christianity helps us think about the crucial philosophical and cultural issues of the day. Our faith resists a binary appropriation of ideas, as if we must either affirm or reject the culture around us. Rather, it "diagonalizes" issues by bringing God's word to bear on everything we address.

And in Jesus Christ, His Only Son, Our Lord

November 24, 2020

Episode 36: Each word describing Jesus in the creed is rich with significance. He is "Son" and "Messiah" and "Lord." How do these three interact? What is their biblical and theological significance? How do they relate to the ministry of the church, both theologically and practically?

The Trinitarian Grammar of Salvation

November 17, 2020 • Dr. Scott R. Swain

Episode 35: The doctrine of the Trinity is at the heart of the Christianity. "When Scripture wants to summarize salvation," says Dr. Scott Swain, "it summarizes it in a Trinitarian way." We are pleased to welcome Dr. Swain, President and James Woodrow Hassell Professor of Systematic Theology at RTS Orlando, to this week's discussion.

Maker Of Heaven And Earth

November 20, 2020

Episode 34: The doctrine of creation is at the heart of the Christian religion and confession. We can't understand the work of Christ without first understanding the Trinitarian work of creation. This week the faculty discusses how creation ex nihilo shapes our witness and message.

I Believe in God the Father Almighty

November 3, 2020

Episode 33: The creed is more than a set of propositions; it's a personal commitment that begins with a defining relationship, God the Father. This week the faculty considers the nature of faith, the Trinitarian character of the creed, and the significance of the claim that God is Father.

The Gospel and the Beautiful Community (ReForum 2020)

October 28, 2020 • Dr. Irwyn Ince

Episode 32: We were pleased to welcome Dr. Irwyn Ince at our annual ReForum for a discussion of his recent book, The Beautiful Community. Listen in as Irwyn and the faculty discuss issues of ethnicity, community, and ecclesiology.

Bavinck and Ministry In Global Cities

October 19, 2020 • Tim Keller, Gary Sutanto

Episode 31: Gray Sutanto and Tim Keller discuss Herman Bavinck, Christian epistemology, and gospel ministry in global cities. The conversation was moderated by Scott Redd and Jay Harvey as part of a joint effort between RTS Washington and RTS New York City and was recorded on the evening of Oct. 19, 2020.

The Apostles' Creed: Its Necessity, History, Legacy

October 13, 2020

Episode 30: In this milestone episode (our 30th!) of The Faculty Podcast we introduce a new logo, new music, and a new series! This week we begin a phrase by phrase discussion of The Apostles' Creed. In this episode we discuss why creeds are necessary for the Christian Church, their unifying function, and the way in which they encourage both creativity and orthodoxy. Note to our listeners: this series on the creed will be our "regular" programming, interspersed between special guests and one-off episodes.

The Life and Thought of H. Bavinck

October 5, 2020 • James Eglinton

Episode 29: Dr. James Eglinton joins us to discuss his recent book on Herman Bavinck. Though sometimes presented as a "Jekyll and Hyde" figure (the modern Bavinck and the orthodox Bavinck), Eglinton argues that Bavinck was a comprehensive, organic, and wholistic thinker, integrating the Christian worldview into every area of life. We touch on politics, education, anthropology, and his relationship with Vos and Kuyper.

Adoring Christ in All the Scriptures

September 29, 2020 • Nancy Guthrie

Episode 28: This week we welcome international speaker and celebrated author (and podcaster) Nancy Guthrie to the show. Nancy talks with us about the importance of Biblical Theology for understanding the Scriptures: all of the Scripture is practical because "it causes us to adore Christ." Other topics include: how women can use their seminary education and how pastors can treat women in their church as theological colleagues.

The Life And Work of Geerhardus Vos

September 22, 2020 • Danny Olinger

Episode 27: This week we discuss the life and legacy of Geerhardus Vos with author and pastor Rev. Danny Olinger. What drove his work? What relationships influenced him? And why did he go on so many long walks? We additionally consider the work of his wife Catherine and daughter Marianne Radius.

Reformed Theological Seminary

Dr. Gray Sutanto, Dr. Paul S. Jeon, Dr. Peter Lee, Dr. Scott Redd, Dr. Thomas Keene