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[Introduction to the Westminster Shorter Catechism] Q/A 10 Jul 31, 2023

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This is an audio podcast of "Introduction to the Westminster Shorter Catechism," taught by Dr. James J. Cassidy. Videos of each lesson including Spanish and Chinese subtitles are available for free online at reformedforum.org.

Dr. Cassidy is the pastor of South Austin Presbyterian Church. He graduated in 2014 from Westminster Theological Seminary with the Ph.D in systematic theology writing on the theology of Karl Barth. He is the author of God's Time For Us: Barth on the Reconciliation of Eternity and Time in Jesus Christ (Lexham Press).

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Q. 10. How did God create man? A. God created man male and female, after his own image, in knowledge, righteousness and holiness, with dominion over the creatures.

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The Living Hope Revealed in 1 Peter Jul 28, 2023

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Explore the profound wisdom of 1 Peter in this episode of the Christ the Center podcast. Camden Bucey is joined by Ryan Noha, Reformed Forum’s Director of Education and Advancement, and Rev. Dr. Kevin Chiarot, pastor of Westminster PCA in Rock Tavern, New York. Together, they discuss the teachings of 1 Peter, unraveling its rich eschatological themes of exile, suffering, our heavenly inheritance, hope, and resurrection.

Don’t miss this episode if you’re interested in the rich redemptive-historical themes of 1 Peter, or if you’re simply looking for an enriching and thought-provoking conversation on Reformed theology.

Chapters

00:06 Introduction
05:50 1 Peter and the Series of Courses at Reformed Academy
10:57 Elect Exiles and the Audience of 1 Peter
15:37 Eschatology and Ethics in 1 Peter
23:15 A Living Hope through the Power of the Resurrection
29:45 1 Peter 3:15—Defense, Hope, and Reverence
40:48 Eschatological Elders
43:58 Difficult Exegetical Issues in 1 Peter
50:38 Conclusion

Participants: Camden Bucey, Kevin Chiarot, Ryan Noha

Of Heaven and Earth (Chapter 3) Jul 26, 2023

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This lesson is part of the course, The Gospel of John: A Study in the Truth (Chapters 1–10), taught by James J. Cassidy.

This course is an overview of the Gospel of John. It is geared toward adults and could be used in a Sunday school class or in a Bible study. As an overview, the course will leave most details uncovered. However, its purpose is to give students key themes in John’s Gospel (e.g., truth) which will help them in their interpretation of the book as a whole. In addition, the material is intended to be edifying, showing the centrality of Christ in all of Scripture. With this course, students will—by God’s grace—be made to grow in the knowledge of who Jesus is and what he came to do. This, in turn, will equip students to share Christ more clearly and effectively with others.

Jim Cassidy is the pastor of South Austin Presbyterian Church. He graduated in 2014 from Westminster Theological Seminary with the Ph.D in systematic theology writing on the theology of Karl Barth. He is the author of God’s Time For Us: Barth on the Reconciliation of Eternity and Time in Jesus Christ (Lexham Press).

View the course and its accompanying materials at https://reformedforum.org/courses/the-gospel-of-john-a-study-in-the-truth-chapters-1-10/

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[Introduction to the Westminster Shorter Catechism] Q/A 9 Jul 24, 2023

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Q. 9. What is the work of creation? A. The work of creation is God's making all things of nothing, by the word of his power, in the space of six days, and all very good.

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New Courses and Upcoming Events Jul 21, 2023

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Ryan Noha and Camden Bucey discuss two new courses from Reformed Academy as well as the new online community and several upcoming events. Camden, Jim Cassidy, and Lane Tipton will be attending a meetup in Dallas on August 1, 2023 while Camden and Carlton Wynne will be present for a meetup in Atlanta on August 11. Reformed Forum will also be hosting an online symposium on Reformed Moral Theology on August 24, 2023. Information is available on our calendar.

After discussing all these matters, we include Jim Cassidy’s first lecture from a new course on Barth as well as a recording of a live Q&A session with Jim on the lecture.

Chapters

00:00:07 Introduction
00:03:02 Course on 1 Peter with Kevin Chiarot
00:06:14 John 1–10: A Study in the Truth
00:10:02 Van Til and Barth: A Confessionally Reformed Critique
00:16:25 Our Online Community
00:18:02 Local Meetups in Dallas and Atlanta
00:21:37 Symposium on Reformed Moral Theology
00:31:12 Online Study Groups
00:35:09 Jim Cassidy, Karl Barth Lecture 1
01:19:15 Live Q&A with Jim Cassidy
02:05:02 Conclusion

Participants: Camden Bucey, Jim Cassidy, Ryan Noha

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Witness to the True Lamb (Chapters 1–2) Jul 19, 2023

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This lesson is part of the course, The Gospel of John: A Study in the Truth (Chapters 1–10), taught by James J. Cassidy.

View the course and its accompanying materials at https://reformedforum.org/courses/the-gospel-of-john-a-study-in-the-truth-chapters-1-10/

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[Introduction to the Westminster Shorter Catechism] Q/A 8 Jul 17, 2023

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Q. 8. How doth God execute his decrees? A. God executeth his decrees in the works of creation and providence.

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The Character of Christ Jul 14, 2023

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In this episode, we speak with Jonathan Landry Cruse, author of The Character of Christ, a thought-provoking book that explores the character of Christ and the fruit of the Spirit. Join us as we consider the profound concepts of love, joy, and peace, and discover how Jesus embodies these virtues and offers them to us. Cruse shares insights into the true source of joy, practical strategies for cultivating the fruit of the Spirit, and a deeper understanding of the transformative power of Christ’s love. Don’t miss this engaging conversation that will inspire and encourage you in your walk with Christ.

Rev. Cruse is Pastor of Community Presbyterian Church (OPC) in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Other Books by Jonathan Landry Cruse

Chapters

00:00:07 Introduction
00:02:14 Background on Jonathan Landry Cruse
00:09:35 Books and Hymns by the Author
00:12:28 The Beginnings of This Book
00:15:29 This Is Not a How-To Book but a “He-Did” Book
00:22:48 Godly Characteristics as Facets of a Diamond
00:34:25 The Role of the Affections
00:38:03 The Source of True Joy
00:43:35 Peace as Reconciliation
00:50:37 Cultivating Fruitfulness in the Christian Life
00:53:59 The Fruit of Self-Control
00:59:59 How to Approach This Book
01:03:50 Conclusion

Participants: Camden Bucey, Jonathan Landry Cruse

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Introduction and the Prologue (Chapter 1) Jul 12, 2023

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This lesson is part of the course, The Gospel of John: A Study in the Truth (Chapters 1–10), taught by James J. Cassidy.

View the course and its accompanying materials at https://reformedforum.org/courses/the-gospel-of-john-a-study-in-the-truth-chapters-1-10/

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Summary of Christian Doctrine: The Offices of Christ Jul 12, 2023

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This week on Theology Simply Profound, Rob and Bob discuss Louis Berkhof’s little book, Summary of Christian Doctrine. In chapter 16, “The Offices of Christ,” we delve into the topic of the threefold offices of Christ as Prophet, Priest, and King.

Participants: Rob McKenzie, Robert Tarullo

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