Challenging the caricatures of Calvinism

In this repeat broadcast, Mike shares an article by Dr. Thomas Ascol of Founder Ministries  in which he writes,” I hope I live long enough to see the day when the common caricatures of the doctrines of sovereign grace have been so widely exposed that any self-respecting preacher will be ashamed to keep serving them up as if they were irrefutable critiques of what John Broadus called “that exalted system of Pauline truth which is technically called Calvinism.”  On todays program, Mike examines the gross misrepresentation what he calls “the true exposition of Scripture.” 

Additional Resources: Timmy Brister on The Gospel and the SBC 

Young,Restless & Reformed

What is this “resurgence” of interest in Reformed Theology, especially among younger Christians? On today’s program, Mike interviews Collin Hansen, author of the book Young, Restless, Reformed: A Journalists Journey with the New Calvinists. Mike and Collin talks about the factors that have led to the new interest, the leading voices, and what effect it will have on the church.

Additional resources:

• Crossway Books
• Collin Hansen’s article in the Sept. 2006 edition of Christianity Today
• The Resurgence of Reformed Theology CD Series by Mike Corley

Truth more than Error?

Jesus said in John 17:17, “…Thy Word is Truth.” Are we certain of the what the Truth, the Gospel, is, and are we being faithful in proclaiming it? And…do we focus more on exposing error than proclaiming the Truth? On this program, Mike takes a look at these topics, plus shares a portion of a Mark Driscoll message on preaching.

Challenging Caricatures of Calvinism

Dr. Thomas Ascol of Founder Ministries writes,” I hope I live long enough to see the day when the common caricatures of the doctrines of sovereign grace have been so widely exposed that any self-respecting preacher will be ashamed to keep serving them up as if they were irrefutable critiques of what John Broadus called “that exalted system of Pauline truth which is technically called Calvinism.”  On todays program, Mike examines the gross misrepresentation what he calls “the true exposition of Scripture.” 

Additional Resources: Timmy Brister on The Gospel and the SBC 

Saved or Self Deceived?

How can so many who claim to be Christians, not have a proper, scriptural understanding of salvation? As Dr. John MacArthur states in the teaching series Salvation Survey: Saved or Self Deceived?, “I am convinced that in the name of Christianity there are many places that call themselves churches and they’re not churches. And they have men leading them who call themselves pastors and they’re not pastors.” On this program, Mike asks the question are many saved or deceived? 

Theology 101-Soli Deo Gloria

In this special repeat broadcast, Mike and his pastor Scott Reiber study the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation, focusing on Soli Deo Gloria, “to God alone be the glory”. As the Westminster Shorter Catechism asks, “What is the chief end of man? Man’s chief end is to glorify God and to enjoy him forever.”

The Sovereignty of God-Deal with It!

Ask almost any Christian if they believe in the Sovereignty of God and 9 out of 10 will say “of course”. But dig deeper and you might find them saying, “I believe God is sovereign, but…”. Sharing a reading from A.W. Pinks classic “The Sovereignty of God” and portion of a tremendous message by Jeff Noblit, Mike explains that the proper understanding of God is absolutely necessary for the believer.

   

Discussing the Doctrine of Election

Mike is joined by GMI marketing associate Renea Edwards and they have an impromptu discussion on the subject of election. Does God chose to save some and not others? Do people choose to be saved?  What does the Word of God have to say about the subject and is the Bible our standard for judging this subject and others?

 

Eric Holmberg & The Apologetics Group

Mike visits with Eric Holmberg, founder and director of  The Apologetics Group, as they discuss his ministry and the resurgence of the Reformed faith.  They also discuss the hugely successful documentary Amazing Grace: The History and Theology of Calvinism.

 

Theology 101-Soli Deo Gloria

Mike and Scott Reiner complete their study on the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation, concluding with Soli Deo Gloria, To God Alone be the Glory.