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Reformed Thinking
"Reformed Thinking" is a podcast dedicated to unraveling the intricacies of biblical teachings and theological questions, influenced by the abundant heritage of Reformed theology and Puritan writings. Whether exploring weighty Bible passages or dissecting influential Reformed books and articles, our goal is to offer insights that not only cultivate intellectual expansion but also, and more crucially, spiritual edification. Join us as we traverse the depths of scripture and Reformed thought…
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Counterfeit Covenant Zeal: Deceit, Defilement, and the Profanation of Circumcision (Genesis 34:13–17)
Deep Dive into Counterfeit Covenant Zeal: Deceit, Defilement, and the Profanation of Circumcision (Genesis 34:13–17)Genesis 34:13-17 presents a profound…
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Safety, Fullness, and Sweet Refreshment in Christ (Isaiah 32:3) | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into Safety, Fullness, and Sweet Refreshment in Christ (Isaiah 32:3) by Jonathan EdwardsJonathan Edwards' sermon explores the prophecy of Isaiah…
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Why Do the Nations Rage? The Reign of God’s Anointed King (Psalm 2) | David Brown, et al.
Deep Dive into Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible by David Brown, et al. - Psalm 2Psalm 2 is a highly poetical work organized into four…
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Revive Me According to Your Word (Psalm 119:25–32) | Charles Spurgeon
Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 119:25-32The passage explores the psalmist's deep spiritual depression and his complete…
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The One Ultimate Purpose of Creation | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into A Dissertation Concerning The End For Which God Created The World by Jonathan Edwards - Showing That the Ultimate End of the Creation of the…
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Toward a Biblical Model of Cultural Engagement
Deep Dive into Biblical Missions: Principles, Priorities, and Practices by Mark Tatlock and Christ Burnett - Toward a Biblical Model of Cultural EngagementThe…
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ὑπακοή (Hypakoē): Obedience and Submission
Deep Dive into ὑπακοήThe Greek term hypakoe primarily denotes a state of compliance, submission, and obedience, stemming from the concept of listening and…
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Sin Crouching at the Door and the Responsibility of Fallen Man (Genesis 4:7)
Deep Dive into Sin Crouching at the Door and the Responsibility of Fallen Man (Genesis 4:7)Genesis 4:7 captures a pivotal moment in redemptive history just…
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Loss, Reward, and Reversal in the Kingdom of Christ (Matthew 19:27–30)
Deep Dive into Loss, Reward, and Reversal in the Kingdom of Christ (Matthew 19:27–30)Peter's question about what the disciples will receive for leaving…
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The Seduction of Shechem: The Peril of Covenantal Compromise (Genesis 34:8-12)
Deep Dive into The Seduction of Shechem: The Peril of Covenantal Compromise (Genesis 34:8-12)Genesis 34:8-12 recounts the unsettling negotiations between…
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Dishonesty (Exodus 20:15) | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into Dishonesty (Exodus 20:15) by Jonathan EdwardsIn his 1740 sermon on the eighth commandment, Jonathan Edwards defines the sin of dishonesty as any…
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Eschatology: Doctrine of Last Things
Deep Dive into The Moody Handbook of Theology, Revised and Expanded by Paul Enns - Eschatology: Doctrine of Last ThingsEschatology, the doctrine of last…
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Open My Eyes to Behold Your Word (Psalm 119:17–24) | Charles Spurgeon
Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 119:17-24Charles Spurgeon's exposition of Psalm 119:17-24 explores the believer's deep…
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What Is the Glory and Name of God? | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into A Dissertation Concerning The End For Which God Created The World by Jonathan Edwards - Wherein is Considered What is Meant by the Glory of God…
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Discernment in Missions Leadership
Deep Dive into Biblical Missions: Principles, Priorities, and Practices by Mark Tatlock and Christ Burnett - Fighting through the Fog: Exercising Discernment…
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The Biblical Roots of Endurance | John Piper
Deep Dive into The Roots of Endurance by John Piper - The Biblical Roots of EnduranceJohn Piper argues that Christian endurance is an urgent necessity in a…
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מִשְׁפָּט (Mishpat): Justice, Judgment, and Righteous Order
Deep Dive into מִשְׁפָּטThe Hebrew noun mishpat, derived from the root shapat, is a multifaceted term encompassing concepts of judgment, justice, and law. In a…
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Present Sonship, Future Christlikeness, and Present Purity (1 John 3:2–3)
Deep Dive into Present Sonship, Future Christlikeness, and Present Purity (1 John 3:2–3)The sources examine 1 John 3:2-3, emphasizing that the Christian life…
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Human Inability and Divine Grace (Matthew 19:23–26)
Deep Dive into Human Inability and Divine Grace (Matthew 19:23–26)The provided sources offer a theological exposition of Matthew 19:23–26, focusing on Jesus'…
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Defilement, Covenant Outrage, and the Need for a Righteous Redeemer (Genesis 34:1–7)
Deep Dive into Defilement, Covenant Outrage, and the Need for a Righteous Redeemer (Genesis 34:1–7)Genesis 34:1-7 records a deep theological crisis for the…
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The Providence of God | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into The Providence of God by Jonathan EdwardsJonathan Edwards argues that God’s providence, which involves managing and utilizing His creation, is a…
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The Wrath of God Revealed and the Cross of Christ | John Owen
Deep Dive into A Dissertation on Divine Justice by John Owen - The third argument — This divine attribute demonstrated in the works of providence — That…
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How a Young Man Keeps His Way Pure (Psalm 119:9–16) | Charles Spurgeon
Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 119:9-16Charles Spurgeon's commentary on Psalm 119:9-16 explores how a believer, particularly…
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Why God Created the World to Share His Goodness | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into A Dissertation Concerning The End For Which God Created The World by Jonathan Edwards - Places of Scripture from Whence It May Be Argued, That…
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Strategic Gospel Partnerships in Africa
Deep Dive into Biblical Missions: Principles, Priorities, and Practices by Mark Tatlock and Christ Burnett - Partnership Strategies in Africa with Local…
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China’s Balancing Act in the Ukraine-Russia War: Trade, Tech, and Peace Plans with the Teeth Removed
Deep Dive into China’s Balancing Act in the Ukraine-Russia War: Trade, Tech, and Peace Plans with the Teeth RemovedChina's stance on the Ukraine-Russia…
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The Fruit of the Spirit: Sanctification in the Life of Those Who Belong to Christ (Galatians 5:22-25)
Deep Dive into The Fruit of the Spirit: Sanctification in the Life of Those Who Belong to Christ (Galatians 5:22-25)In their expositions of Galatians 5:22-25…
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The Rich Young Man and the Cost of Following Christ: Self-Righteousness, Idolatry, and Eternal Life (Matthew 19:16–22)
Deep Dive into The Rich Young Man and the Cost of Following Christ: Self-Righteousness, Idolatry, and Eternal Life (Matthew 19:16–22)Matthew 19:16-22 recounts…
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From Shechem to Worship: Covenant Fulfillment and Incomplete Rest (Genesis 33:18–20)
Deep Dive into From Shechem to Worship: Covenant Fulfillment and Incomplete Rest (Genesis 33:18–20)The provided texts analyze Genesis 33:18-20, viewing Jacob's…
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Why You Must Grow in the Knowledge of God’s Truth (Hebrews 5:12) | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into The Importance and Advantage of a Through Knowledge of Divine Truth (Hebrews 5:12) by Jonathan EdwardsJonathan Edwards, drawing from Hebrews…
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Key Words That Unlock Romans 1 (Romans 1) | Marvin R. Vincent
Deep Dive into Word Studies in the New Testament by Marvin R. Vincent - Romans 1Marvin R. Vincent’s commentary on Romans 1 provides a detailed linguistic and…
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Blessed Are Those Who Walk in God’s Law (Psalm 119:1–8) | Charles Spurgeon
Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 119:1-8The provided text explores Charles Spurgeon's commentary on the first eight verses of…
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Created for His Name and Praise
Deep Dive into A Dissertation Concerning The End For Which God Created The World by Jonathan Edwards - Places of Scripture That Lead Us to Suppose, That God…
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Cooperation and Separation in Gospel Partnership
Deep Dive into Biblical Missions: Principles, Priorities, and Practices by Mark Tatlock and Christ Burnett - Cooperation and Separation: Partnership in the…
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Contextualizing Theology
Deep Dive into Christian Theology by Millard J. Erickson - Contextualizing TheologyMillard J. Erickson's chapter on contextualizing theology addresses the…
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Adiectio in the English Bible: Addition, Repetition, and Rhetorical Force
Deep Dive into Adiectio in the English Bible: Addition, Repetition, and Rhetorical ForceThe concept of adiectio in the English Bible encompasses two distinct…
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Do Not Lose Heart: Present Affliction and Eternal Glory (2 Corinthians 4:16–18)
Deep Dive into Do Not Lose Heart: Present Affliction and Eternal Glory (2 Corinthians 4:16–18)In 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, the Apostle Paul provides a profound…
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The Kingdom of the Helpless: Christ’s Call to the Little Children (Matthew 19:13-15)
Deep Dive into The Kingdom of the Helpless: Christ’s Call to the Little Children (Matthew 19:13-15)The provided texts offer theological expositions of Matthew…
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From Fear to Favor: Providence, Humility, and Reconciliation (Genesis 33:1–17)
Deep Dive into From Fear to Favor: Providence, Humility, and Reconciliation (Genesis 33:1–17)Genesis 33 details the tense reunion between Jacob and Esau twenty…
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God’s Sovereign Decree and the Doctrine of Election | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into Concerning The Divine Decrees In General, And Election In Particular by Jonathan EdwardsJonathan Edwards defends the doctrine of divine decrees…
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Christ in the Psalms | E.S. McKitrick
Deep Dive into Christ in the Psalms by E.S. McKitrickThe Book of Psalms serves as a concentrated summary of the entire Bible, largely because Jesus Christ is…
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This Is the Day the Lord Has Made (Psalm 118) | Charles Spurgeon
Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 118Charles Spurgeon's commentary on Psalm 118 characterizes it as a triumphant national hymn…
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Scripture Proves God Created All Things for His Glory | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into A Dissertation Concerning The End For Which God Created The World by Jonathan Edwards - Particular texts of Scripture, that show that God’s…
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Biblical Collaboration in Missions
Deep Dive into Biblical Missions: Principles, Priorities, and Practices by Mark Tatlock and Christ Burnett - Can We Work Together? A Biblical Theology of…
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Sins of Omission: The Failure to Love One’s Neighbor
Deep Dive into Sins of Omission: The Failure to Love One’s NeighborMany people falsely measure their morality by the sins they avoid, believing that a life…
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The Invincible Frailty of the Earthen Vessel: Divine Power in Human Weakness (2 Corinthians 4:7-10)
Deep Dive into The Invincible Frailty of the Earthen Vessel: Divine Power in Human Weakness (2 Corinthians 4:7-10)The provided texts offer a comprehensive…
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Marriage, Singleness, and the Kingdom of Heaven (Matthew 19:10–12)
Deep Dive into Marriage, Singleness, and the Kingdom of Heaven (Matthew 19:10–12)In Matthew 19:10-12, the disciples react with alarm to Jesus' strict teaching…
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Broken to Cling: Jacob’s Transformation at Peniel (Genesis 32:24–32)
Deep Dive into Broken to Cling: Jacob’s Transformation at Peniel (Genesis 32:24–32)Genesis 32:24–32 details Jacob's transformative nighttime struggle at the…
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God the Best Portion of the Christian (Psalm 73:25) | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into God the Best Portion of the Christian (Psalm 73:25) by Jonathan EdwardsJonathan Edwards’s sermon, based on Psalm 73:25, asserts that a truly…
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Ecclesiology: Doctrine of the Church
Deep Dive into The Moody Handbook of Theology, Revised and Expanded by Paul Enns - Ecclesiology: Doctrine of the ChurchThe Christian church, originating from…
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Praise the Lord, All Nations (Psalm 117) | Charles Spurgeon
Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 117Psalm 117 is recognized as both the shortest chapter in the Scriptures and the central…
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God’s Glory as the Ultimate Purpose of Creation | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into A Dissertation Concerning The End For Which God Created The World by Jonathan Edwards - The Scriptures Represent God as Making Himself His Own…
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Missions in Hard-to-Reach Places
Deep Dive into Biblical Missions: Principles, Priorities, and Practices by Mark Tatlock and Christ Burnett - Difficult-to-Access Ministry Trips: Principles…
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Jesus, the Eternal Son of God
Deep Dive into Jesus, the Eternal Son of GodThe identity of Jesus Christ as truly God and the eternal Son of God is the foundational truth of the Christian…
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δίκαιος (Dikaios): Righteous and Just
Deep Dive into δίκαιοςThe Greek word family centering on "dikaios" (righteous or just) and its derivatives like "dikaiosyne" (righteousness) and "dikaioo" (to…
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עֵץ (Etz): Tree, Wood, and Life
Deep Dive into עֵץThe Hebrew word ʿēṣ, occurring approximately 330 times in the Old Testament, is a masculine noun primarily translated as tree or wood…
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From Veil to Glory: New Covenant Freedom and Transformation (2 Corinthians 3:16–18)
Deep Dive into From Veil to Glory: New Covenant Freedom and Transformation (2 Corinthians 3:16–18)In 2 Corinthians 3:16–18, the Apostle Paul presents a…
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What God Has Joined Together: Christ’s Restoration of Marriage (Matthew 19:1–9)
Deep Dive into What God Has Joined Together: Christ’s Restoration of Marriage (Matthew 19:1–9)In Matthew 19:1-9, the Pharisees attempt to trap Jesus by asking…
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Fear, Prayer, and Providence: Jacob’s Crisis (Genesis 32:1–23)
Deep Dive into Fear, Prayer, and Providence: Jacob’s Crisis (Genesis 32:1–23)Genesis 32:1-23 depicts Jacob's tense return to the Promised Land, where he must…
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Justified in Christ (Romans 4:5) | Jonathan Edwards
Deep Dive into Justified in Christ (Romans 4:5) by Jonathan EdwardsIn his theological commentary on Romans 4:5, Jonathan Edwards argues that individuals are…