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The Freed Thinker

Doctrines of Grace – Total Depravity

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In this episode of the show, we start a series dealing with the  Doctrines of Grace (typically called Calvinism). Getting some of these concepts in place will not only help resolve some of the recent debates on Molinism that the apologetical world has been engaged in, but also sets the stage for what I think are more robust and biblical answers to objections based on the problem of evil, suffering, and the “God is a moral monster” brand of argumentation.
 
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Tyler Vela

Tyler studied Philosophy and English at Sonoma State University, graduated Preseminary (Biblical and Theological Studies) from Moody Bible Institute, and is currently working on my Masters of Biblical Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary.

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The Freed Thinker

Reformation Day Discussion – Molinism (Part 2)

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Happy Reformation Day everybody!

In this edition of the show, we are actually a Part II of a conversation I had with Rob Johnson of the Apologetics105 blog and podcast. We discuss everything from our eerily similar conversions, to atheistic fundamentalist David McAfee, but the main topics for the show are Molinism, Arminianism and Calvinism.

To listen to the show just find us on iTunes, the Stitcher app, or stream the episode from http://thefreedthinker.podbean.com/e/reformation-day-discussion-molinism-part-2/ or at www.christusvictornetwork.com! So many great ways to hear the content of this podcast!

You can catch Part I of the show by listening to Apologetics105 on iTunes or streaming it from Podbean. For more information on his show, find him on the Apologetics105 Facebook group or from his blog at www.apologetics105.com.

And for those Apologetics105 listeners who are finding The Freed Thinker for the first time, Welcome home to our freed thinking embrace!

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Tyler Vela

Tyler studied Philosophy and English at Sonoma State University, graduated Preseminary (Biblical and Theological Studies) from Moody Bible Institute, and is currently working on my Masters of Biblical Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary.

http://freedthinkerpodcast.blogspot.com
Memento Mori

‘Fear The Walking Dead’ News & Spiritual Formation

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“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10

A relatively spoiler free discussion on what we know about Fear The Walking Dead, the spinoff series that begins this summer. Then we address a tweet about spiritual formation that caused some controversy on Facebook. Continue reading ‘Fear The Walking Dead’ News & Spiritual Formation →

Owen Paun

Owen grew up in Los Angeles and moved overseas after college. After a brief stint in political campaigns, Owen returned overseas as a missionary in Russia & Bulgaria with his wife and son.

http://www.MyDailyTestimony.com
The Freed Thinker

Bible Atrocities 2.1 – Doesn’t the Bible Condone Slavery?!

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We return in this episode to the series we had started on the so called Bible Atrocities and will start to address the question, “Doesn’t the Bible condone slavery?!” Answering this question may take 3 to 4 episodes as we explore the cultural and historical contexts of Ancient Israel, examine some of the casuistic (case) laws in the Pentateuch, investigate how the New Testament addresses the issue of slavery and servitude in light of the person and work of Jesus Christ found in the Gospel and then wrap up considering the role that Bible played in the New World African slave trade.

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Tyler Vela

Tyler studied Philosophy and English at Sonoma State University, graduated Preseminary (Biblical and Theological Studies) from Moody Bible Institute, and is currently working on my Masters of Biblical Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary.

http://freedthinkerpodcast.blogspot.com
Memento Mori

Entertainment: Drew Hood (Gotham Central)

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“Whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Cor 10:31

We are joined by special guest Drew Hood, co-host of the Gotham Central podcast for a discussion about entertainment through a Christian worldview.

In addition to TWD, we discuss changes in the television industry and media consumption.

Continue reading Entertainment: Drew Hood (Gotham Central) →

Owen Paun

Owen grew up in Los Angeles and moved overseas after college. After a brief stint in political campaigns, Owen returned overseas as a missionary in Russia & Bulgaria with his wife and son.

http://www.MyDailyTestimony.com
Memento Mori

Narrative Theology

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“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.” Psalm 19:1

Narrative is the single most common literary form in Scripture. We were recently critiqued by a host on the Bible Thumping Wingnut Podcast – in this episode we will springboard off that to discuss the importance of engaging with story and how it is fundamental to Christian theology:

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Owen Paun

Owen grew up in Los Angeles and moved overseas after college. After a brief stint in political campaigns, Owen returned overseas as a missionary in Russia & Bulgaria with his wife and son.

http://www.MyDailyTestimony.com
Memento Mori

The State of Nature: Len Pettis (Bible Thumping Wingnut)

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“Behold, I was brought forth in iniquity, and in sin did my mother conceive me.” Psalm 51:5

We are joined by special guest Len Pettis, co-host of the Bible Thumping Wingnut podcast. In addition to TWD, we discuss Presuppositional Apologetics and Theonomy:

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Owen Paun

Owen grew up in Los Angeles and moved overseas after college. After a brief stint in political campaigns, Owen returned overseas as a missionary in Russia & Bulgaria with his wife and son.

http://www.MyDailyTestimony.com
Memento Mori

All Life is Precious: 05×16 “Conquer”

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“He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God” Micah 6:8

  • Did Rick’s Group Cause This?
  • Passion Overtaking Reason
  • Mercy in Three Duels
  • The Diverging Roads of Rick and Morgan
  • How Many Should We Kill?
  • Are We Called to Effectiveness or Faithfulness?
  • Money & Jubilee (Bible, not Marvel)
  • Materialism – Mammon’s Lure
  • The Walking Dead is a Sandbox

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Owen Paun

Owen grew up in Los Angeles and moved overseas after college. After a brief stint in political campaigns, Owen returned overseas as a missionary in Russia & Bulgaria with his wife and son.

http://www.MyDailyTestimony.com
Memento Mori

Thoughts on Season 5 Finale?

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Call in and share your thoughts on the Season 5 finale!

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Owen Paun

Owen grew up in Los Angeles and moved overseas after college. After a brief stint in political campaigns, Owen returned overseas as a missionary in Russia & Bulgaria with his wife and son.

http://www.MyDailyTestimony.com
Memento Mori

Safety: 05×15 “Try”

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“He disarmed the rulers and authorities and put them to open shame, by triumphing over them in him.” Col 2:15

  • The Coming Conflict
  • Deanna vs. Rick – Governing Style
  • Living Inside the Same as Living on the Outside
  • What Should Deanna Have Done?
  • What is Safety?
  • “It’s their world, we’re just living in it”
  • Rick Flips Out
  • Listener Feedback

Continue reading Safety: 05×15 “Try” →

Owen Paun

Owen grew up in Los Angeles and moved overseas after college. After a brief stint in political campaigns, Owen returned overseas as a missionary in Russia & Bulgaria with his wife and son.

http://www.MyDailyTestimony.com