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Trinity and Salvation: Redeemed by the Son (Ephesians 1:7–11) | Calvinism: The Plan of Salvation (Lesson 7) Jan 20, 2025

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This is the seventh lesson in Dr. Lane G. Tipton's Reformed Academy course, Calvinism: The Plan of Salvation. This lesson covers the following topics:

0:00 The Historical Accomplishment of Redemption

2:57 The Blood of Christ as the Climax of Old Testament Redemption

6:26 Blood and the Forgiveness of Sins

8:14 Deliverance by Blood in the Book of Revelation

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Greg Beale | The Use of the Old Testament in Colossians Jan 17, 2025

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In this episode we welcome back Dr. G. K. Beale, professor of New Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary in Dallas, to discuss Paul's use of the Old Testament in his letter to the church in Colossae. Dr. Beale has written an insightful commentary on Colossians and Philemon in which he highlights the theological depth and practical application of these epistles, focusing on the Old Testament allusions in Colossians and their relevance to Paul's message of Christ's supremacy and the believer's union with Him.

The conversation explores the nature of Paul's argument against syncretistic false teaching, the significance of Christ as the true temple, and the practical implications of Paul's exhortations for the church today. Dr. Beale also shares his method for identifying Old Testament allusions and discusses the relationship between Ephesians and Colossians.

This episode is a rich resource for pastors, teachers, and students interested in biblical theology, exegesis, and the practical application of Scripture.

Chapters

00:07 Introduction
04:36 AI in NT Studies
13:10 Reformed Forum Seminary in Oklahoma City
15:37 Introduction to Colossians
21:27 Quotations and Allusions
25:15 The Nature of the Colossian Heresy
29:12 The Relationship between Colossians and Ephesians
32:05 Old Testament Allusions in Colossians
53:12 Initiation into and Maturity in Christ
55:19 The Elemental Principles of the World
58:46 Conclusion

Summary of Christian Doctrine: The Second Coming of Christ Jan 14, 2025

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This week on Theology Simply Profound, Rob and Bob discuss Louis Berkhof’s little book, Summary of Christian Doctrine. On today’s episode, under the larger section, “The Doctrine of the Last Things,” we begin to discuss chapter XXIX, “The Second Coming of Christ.”

Participants: Rob McKenzie, Robert Tarullo

Trinity and Salvation: Eternally Elected by the Father (Ephesians 1:3–6) | Calvinism: The Plan of Salvation (Lesson 6) Jan 13, 2025

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This is the sixth lesson in Dr. Lane G. Tipton's Reformed Academy course, Calvinism: The Plan of Salvation. This lesson covers the following topics:

0:00 Introduction

4:16 Present Union with Christ

9:18 Predestinarian Union with Christ

14:10 The Basis and Goal of Predestination

19:40 The Grace of God

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Vos Group #93 — Truth in the Fourth Gospel and Jesus' View of the Bible Jan 10, 2025

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In this episode, we consider the profound theological insights of Geerhardus Vos as found in pp. 355–360 of his Biblical Theology. Camden Bucey and Lane Tipton explore the Johannine concept of truth, which transcends human-centered definitions like coherence or correspondence theories. Instead, John presents truth as an intrinsic, divine attribute embodied in the Logos, Jesus Christ, and rooted in heavenly realities.

The discussion highlights how Jesus is both the fulfillment and culmination of the Old Testament, uniting Christocentrism and Christotelism to show that all Scripture points to him. From heavenly realities and earthly shadows to worship in Spirit and truth, the episode unpacks the eschatological depth of John's Gospel and the organic unity of God's redemptive revelation.

We also reflect on Jesus' own hermeneutic, his attitude toward Scripture as the "most orthodox of the orthodox," and how his approach undergirds the Reformation's emphasis on the open access of Scripture to all people. This rich conversation will deepen your understanding of biblical theology, worship, and the relationship between the Old and New Testaments.

Join us as we uncover how Christ is not only the center but also the goal of all Scripture, illuminating God's unified message of redemption across the ages.

Chapters

00:07 Introduction
05:27 Upcoming Oklahoma City Seminar
10:12 True and Truth in the Gospel of John
19:57 Heavenly Realities and Earthly Shadows
31:47 Jesus' Attitude toward the Old Testament
35:16 Christo-Centrism and Christotelism
47:28 The Fulfillment of the Scriptures
55:26 Conclusion

God's Sovereign Election (Romans 9:9–23) | Calvinism: The Plan of Salvation (Lesson 5) Jan 06, 2025

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This is the fifth lesson in Dr. Lane G. Tipton's Reformed Academy course, Calvinism: The Plan of Salvation. This lesson covers the following topics:

0:00 Introduction to Unconditional Election

5:06 Jacob I Loved, But Esau I Hated

12:27 The Prayer of the Tax Collector

16:57 Pharoah's Heart Hardened

18:34 God's Sovereign Election: Objections Answered

21:13 Pastoral Application of Unconditional Election

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Highlights from 2024 Jan 03, 2025

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In this episode, we look back upon the year and highlight clips from our ten most watched videos.

00:00:07 Introduction
00:04:14 Adonis Vidu — Exploring the Doctrine of Inseparable Operations
00:11:17 Aaron Renn — Life in the Negative World
00:15:15 Harrison Perkins — Exploring Covenant Theology among the Theological Disciplines
00:24:11 Van Til Group #13 — Roman Catholic and Evangelical Views of Sin and Human Consciousness
00:34:09 Iain Wright and Yannick Imbert — Reclaiming the "Dark Ages"
00:41:49 Greg Beale — Union with the Resurrected Christ
00:48:15 David Hall — Irony and the PCA
00:52:13 Cornelis Van Dam — Considering the Historicity of Genesis 1 and 2
00:55:21 Greg Beale and Ben Gladd — Dictionary of the NT Use of the OT
00:57:41 Alan Strange, Darryl Hart, Nick Willborn, and Timon Cline — Politics, Culture, and the Spiritual Mission of the Church
01:11:49 Conclusion

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The Plan of Salvation: Historical Options, Part 2 | Calvinism: The Plan of Salvation (Lesson 4) Dec 30, 2024

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This is the fourth lesson in Dr. Lane G. Tipton's Reformed Academy course, Calvinism: The Plan of Salvation. This lesson covers the following topics:

0:00 On What Basis Does God Save? (Universalism vs. Particularism)

3:10 Remonstrant Arminianism

8:37 Wesleyan Arminianism

18:05 Post-Reformation Lutheranism

27:39 Particularism or Calvinism

32:03 Conditional vs. Unconditional Election

33:45 Two Basic Truths

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The 2024 Christmas Extravaganza Dec 27, 2024

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Join us for the Reformed Forum Christmas Extravaganza 2024, a four-hour special filled with lively theological discussion, reflections on the past year, and a look ahead to what's in store for 2025. Hosted by Camden Bucey, this festive livestream features contributions from regular panelists Lane Tipton, Bob Tarullo, Jim Cassidy, Carlton Wynne, and special guests like Ruth Huang, a Mid-America Reformed Seminary student working on translating Reformed resources into Chinese.

Explore topics ranging from the state of the church worldwide to the joys and challenges of ministry in different cultural contexts. Enjoy special segments with Pamela York performing jazz piano, Kurt Vetterli sharing insights on ministry in Switzerland, and James Chu discussing the challenges and opportunities for ministry in the Philippines. These moments provide a global perspective on the Reformed faith and the work of the church across cultures.

Plus, enjoy games, giveaways, and reflections on Reformed theology, all delivered with the warmth and camaraderie of the Reformed Forum community. Whether you're a long-time listener or discovering us for the first time, this episode captures the heart of our mission: to equip believers to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Visit ReformedForum.org/donate to support our year-end campaign and help us continue providing free theological resources worldwide.

Chapters

00:00:00 Sponsor: Five More Talents
00:01:04 Introduction
00:33:58 Ruth Huang and the Church in Asia
01:08:04 Steve Schmidt Hosts Wits & Wagers
01:44:12 Joe Cristman's Top Books of 2024
02:18:56 Ministry and Campaign Update with Ryan Noha
02:28:38 Pamela York Plays Jazz
02:47:56 Kurt Vetterli on Ministry in Switzerland
03:11:19 Brad Isbell with the Top Stories of 2024
03:29:35 James Chu on Ministry in the Philippines
03:59:05 Wrap-Up and Announcement of Giveaway Winners

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A Very Merry Christmas Dec 24, 2024

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For our Ninth Annual Christmas Special, Rob and Bob are here to bring you Christmas cheer with our annual Christmas silliness. This year we talk about the historical Nicholas, Bishop of Myra, otherwise known as St. Nicholas, and how the faithful defender of the faith has been transformed into Santa Claus. Of course, we do this with our traditional laughter and hysterics.

More seriously, friends, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you. Thank you for listening to Theology Simply Profound. We very much appreciate your ongoing support.

Participants: Rob McKenzie, Robert Tarullo

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