Full Proof Theology Chase Davis
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- Religion & Spirituality
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Conversations with Christian intellectuals and thinkers about theology, scholarship, and life.
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133 - Doug Wilson on Christianity and Anti-Semitism
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Summary
In this episode, Chase Davis interviews Douglas Wilson, author of 'American Milk and Honey,' about his book and the topic of anti-Semitism. They discuss the importance of understanding the relationship between Christians and Jews, the different views on supersessionism, and the role of Old Testament figures in salvation. They also explore eschatological positions, such as postmillennialism and amillennialism, and the mixed bag nature of religious texts like the Talmud. The conversation delves into the definition of anti-Semitism and the need to acknowledge both the positive and negative contributions of Jews throughout history. They also discuss the strategy outlined by Paul in Romans for winning the Jews through Gentiles living under God's blessings. The conversation explores the complex relationship between Christians and Jews, addressing topics such as historical persecution, criticism of Israel, and the influence of Jewish individuals in various industries. It distinguishes between legitimate criticism and anti-Semitism, emphasizing the importance of fair and honest discussions. The conversation also highlights the need for Christians to engage in cultural and political spheres rather than retreating from them. Overall, it encourages open dialogue while cautioning against resentment and bigotry.
Takeaways
Understanding the relationship between Christians and Jews is important in addressing issues of anti-Semitism.
Different views on supersessionism exist, ranging from hard supersessionism to soft supersessionism.
Old Testament figures were saved by looking forward in faith to Christ, while Christians are saved by looking back to Christ.
Eschatological positions like postmillennialism and amillennialism have different perspectives on the course of human history.
Religious texts, such as the Talmud, should be approached with discernment, recognizing both positive and negative aspects.
Anti-Semitism is the notion that Jews are uniquely malevolent, but it is important to acknowledge the mixed bag nature of Jewish contributions throughout history.
Paul's strategy in Romans involves Gentiles living under God's blessings, which can provoke Jews to envy and lead to their salvation. The relationship between Christians and Jews has been complex throughout history, with instances of both persecution and protection.
Legitimate criticism of Israel's actions or policies is not inherently anti-Semitic, but it is important to distinguish between criticism and unfounded accusations.
Ethno-religious loyalty and influence in various industries should be evaluated on an individual basis rather than making sweeping generalizations.
Engaging in fair and honest discussions about sensitive topics is crucial, but it is equally important to avoid resentment and bigotry.
Christians should actively participate in cultural and political spheres rather than retreating, allowing for meaningful dialogue and understanding.
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132 - William Wolfe on Fighting the Liberal Drift in the SBC
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Standing for Freedom - https://www.standingforfreedom.com/
Christ Over All - https://christoverall.com/
American Reformer - https://americanreformer.org/
Founders Ministries - https://founders.org/
Conservative Baptist Network - https://conservativebaptistnetwork.com/
Summary
In this episode of Full Proof Theology, Chase Davis interviews William Wolfe, the executive director of the Center for Baptist Leadership and Organization. They discuss the importance of the Southern Baptist Convention and its impact on American life. They also delve into the role of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) and its failure to defend conservative Southern Baptist interests. They highlight the need for a conservative president in the Southern Baptist Convention to appoint the right people to committees and trustees. They also address the issue of sexual abuse within the convention and emphasize the importance of biblical justice and due process. In this conversation, William Wolfe and Chase Davis discuss the need for reform within the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC). They highlight the importance of upholding biblical standards of justice and rejecting the crisis narrative that has been used to weaken the SBC. They also discuss the upcoming SBC presidential election and the qualities that conservatives should look for in a candidate. They emphasize the need for a president who supports the law amendment, financial transparency, conservative reform-minded trustees, and strengthening the boundaries of SBC cooperation. They also address concerns about the law amendment and the importance of passing it to maintain the SBC's commitment to complementarianism.
Takeaways
The Southern Baptist Convention is the largest Protestant Christian denomination in America and its health and theological purity are crucial not only for Southern Baptists but for all Christians.
The Center for Baptist Leadership aims to revitalize the Southern Baptist Convention, defend it from external threats, and provide a better Baptist voice in the public square.
The Southern Baptist Convention can be reformed by electing a conservative president who appoints the right people to committees and trustees, leading to a change in direction.
The issue of sexual abuse within the Southern Baptist Convention should be addressed with biblical justice, ensuring care for potential victims and protection for potential falsely accused individuals. The Southern Baptist Convention needs to reject the crisis narrative and focus on upholding biblical standards of justice.
Conservatives should look for a presidential candidate who supports the law amendment, financial transparency, conservative reform-minded trustees, and strengthening the boundaries of SBC cooperation.
Passing the law amendment is crucial to maintaining the SBC's commitment to complementarianism and preventing the slide into theological liberalism.
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131 - Timon Cline & Clifford Humphrey - BUILD A FORTRESS
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https://americanreformer.org/2024/03/build-a-fortress/
https://americanreformer.org/2024/03/restore-baptist-churches-to-save-the-west/
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss the concept of fortresses in the context of Christianity in today's world. They explore the differences between culture warriors and cultural engagement, highlighting the flaws in both approaches. They introduce the concept of cultural insurgency as a strategy for Christians in the current negative world. The hosts delve into the importance of shifting loyalties and owning space, emphasizing the need for Christians to understand the distinction between the ruling regime and the nation. They also discuss the significance of fortresses as a metaphor for strengthening the Christian position and launching from a place of strength. The conversation explores the concept of fortresses as a strategy for Christians in a negative world. Fortresses are tangible, martial in spirit, and serve as defensive structures that can be a base for launching forward. The progression in building fortresses is similar to the progression in strategy games, starting with small settlements and advancing to defensive structures. Fortresses are cultural spaces that provide a necessary area of life for Christians. Examples of fortresses include American Reformer and classical education. Churches owning their own space is crucial in a negative world. Screening is important to attract the right people and protect the integrity of the fortress. Normies can be won over by offering a better and higher life.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions
03:44 Culture Warriors vs Cultural Engagement
09:18 Cultural Insurgency
13:56 Shifting Loyalties
26:00 The Importance of Fortresses
28:50 Introduction to the Concept of Fortresses
29:19 The Importance of Tangibility and Martial Spirit
30:14 Progression in Building Fortresses
31:09 Fortresses as Cultural Spaces
32:08 Building a Network of Fortresses
33:07 Examples of Fortresses: American Reformer and Classical Education
36:43 The Importance of Churches Owning Space
39:29 Screening and the Importance of Attracting the Right People
44:16 The Controversy of Screening and Ruffling Feathers
45:38 The Concept of Normies and Acquiring Their Loyalty
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130 - Joe Rigney Responds to Ligon Duncan and the “Moscow Mood”
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“Jesus Has AIDS” - https://www.russellmoore.com/2009/12/01/jesus-has-aids/
Summary
In this episode, Chase Davis and Joe Rigney discuss the interview with Ligon Duncan and the concept of the Moscow Mood. They explore the contrasting attitudes towards different opponents and the use of mockery and caricature. They also delve into the inner circle dynamics and the exclusionary nature of Big Eva. The conversation highlights the attraction to inner rings and the prevention of face-to-face interaction. They conclude by examining the motive behind the slapdown and the refusal to engage in meaningful conversation. The conversation explores the importance of inviting different voices and engaging with different perspectives, even if there is a lack of reciprocity. It highlights the dangers of dignifying every error and the need for clarity over nuance. The conversation also discusses the currency of credibility and the transition from a neutral to a negative world. It emphasizes the importance of courage and the recognition that leaders will make mistakes. Ultimately, the conversation encourages trust in the Lord and Jesus as the ultimate source of guidance.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:00 Discussing Ligon Duncan and the Moscow Mood
03:47 The Use of Mockery and Caricature
06:09 The Irony of Criticizing Moscow Mood
07:11 The Inner Circle and Exclusion
09:21 The Duplicity of Big Eva
11:28 The Attraction to Inner Rings
21:12 The Evangelical Industrial Complex
25:17 The Inner Ring and Human Nature
28:24 The Motive Behind the Slapdown
34:35 Refusing Face-to-Face Conversation
35:18 Inviting Different Voices
36:08 The Lack of Reciprocity
36:59 Engaging with Different Perspectives
37:26 The Importance of Engagement
38:21 The Dangers of Dignifying Every Error
39:20 Paul's Response to Mistaken Identity
40:19 The Number of Times in Acts
41:16 The Mistaken Identity of Paul and the Apostles
41:45 The Currency of Credibility
45:08 The Inconsistency of Criticism
46:23 The Ritual Denunciation Strategy
48:23 Transitioning from Neutral to Negative World
49:48 The Incentive Structure of Ritual Denunciation
50:47 The Importance of Courage in Negative World
52:36 The Importance of Clarity over Nuance
54:31 The Apprehension of Trusting Leaders
57:10 Different Approaches Based on Community Context
59:05 Learning from Mistakes and Developing Faithfulness
01:03:48 Trust in the Lord and Jesus
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129 - Ryan Visconti on War Time Ministry
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Summary
Ryan Visconti, a pastor from the Assemblies of God (AG) background, shares his journey and the shifts in his ministry approach. He discusses his early years as a pastor's kid and his initial reluctance to enter ministry. Ryan's encounter with God in Iraq led him to embrace his calling and become a pastor. He talks about the shift in his ministry approach in 2020, where he started addressing controversial cultural issues and taking a stand against progressive ideologies. Ryan also shares his experience of speaking out against Andy Stanley and the challenges he faced within the AG culture. The conversation explores topics such as avoiding the perception of marketing strategy, adapting to the times and leading boldly, post-denominationalism and denominational distinctives, theological distinctives in the Assemblies of God, the role of charismatic gifting in the church, women in ministry and complementarianism, navigating the tension between charismatic and complementarian views, understanding the Assemblies of God's view on women in ministry, navigating differences in church practices, and linking arms despite theological differences.
Takeaways
Ministry approaches can evolve and shift over time based on personal experiences and convictions.
Addressing controversial cultural issues can lead to growth and unity within the church.
Speaking out against false teachings and ideologies requires courage and a commitment to biblical truth.
Categorizing people based on their commitment to biblical truth rather than denominational affiliation can foster unity and collaboration. It is important to avoid the perception of using marketing strategies or being a 'weathervane Christian' while adapting to the times and reaching people with the gospel.
Leading boldly and remaining convictional is crucial in avoiding the mistakes of previous generations and effectively reaching the lost.
While there is a move towards post-denominationalism, denominational distinctives can provide grounding and stability for individuals in a transient culture.
The Assemblies of God has a mix of theological positions, including both Arminian and Calvinist perspectives, and a range of views on women in ministry.
Charismatic gifting can bring life and vibrancy to a church, but it is important to maintain order and focus on the primary goal of salvation.
Navigating the tension between charismatic and complementarian views requires understanding and respect for different theological perspectives.
The Assemblies of God has a cooperative fellowship that supports and credentials women in ministry, but the number of female lead pastors is still relatively low.
It is important to differentiate between churches that embrace women in ministry due to feminist ideology and those that do so based on their interpretation of scripture.
Despite theological differences, it is important for churches to link arms and work together for the greater cause of the gospel.
To learn more about Generations Church and Ryan Visconti's ministry, visit generation.church or follow him on social media.
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128 - Jordan Bush on Why Christians Should Care About Bitcoin
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Summary
In this episode, Chase Davis interviews Jordan Bush about the topic of Bitcoin. They discuss the background of money production, the role of central banks and fiat currency, and the introduction of Bitcoin as a decentralized digital currency. They also explore the concept of Bitcoin mining and how it relates to the creation of new Bitcoin. This conversation explores various aspects of Bitcoin, including its open-source nature, governing rules, and differentiation from other cryptocurrencies. It also discusses the durability of Bitcoin in crisis situations and its potential as a tool for mitigating threat models. The conversation delves into the cost of mining Bitcoin, finding cheap energy sources, and the role of Bitcoin in fixing the energy industry. It emphasizes Bitcoin as a long-term savings strategy and provides insights into where to buy Bitcoin. The conversation concludes with a discussion on Bitcoin and taxes.
Takeaways
The ethics of money production have a significant impact on individuals and societies.
Central banks and fiat currency allow governments to manipulate the dynamics of sowing and reaping in the economy.
Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency that operates outside the control of central banks.
Bitcoin mining involves the use of dedicated computers to solve complex mathematical problems and earn new Bitcoin. Bitcoin is an open-source project that operates on a set of governing rules and parameters.
Bitcoin differentiates itself from other cryptocurrencies by its decentralized nature and resistance to large-scale changes.
Bitcoin can serve as a durable resource in crisis situations, but its usability depends on the availability of the internet and power supply.
Bitcoin can be a tool for mitigating threat models, such as debanking and censorship.
Mining Bitcoin requires finding cheap energy sources, and the cost of entry varies depending on the type of mining equipment.
Bitcoin can be purchased as a long-term savings strategy, and it is advisable to buy small amounts regularly rather than attempting to swing trade.
Bitcoin can be bought from platforms that specialize in Bitcoin transactions.
Bitcoin is taxed when it is sold, and accepting Bitcoin as payment can be a way to accumulate it without triggering immediate tax liabilities.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
09:37 The Ethics of Money Production
32:12 Central Banks and Fiat Currency
35:58 Introduction to Bitcoin
40:39 Bitcoin Mining
42:44 Introduction to Bitcoin and its Open Source Nature
44:09 Bitcoin's Governing Rules and Parameters
46:19 Differentiating Bitcoin from Other Cryptocurrencies
47:40 Currencies vs. Stocks and the Desirability of Bitcoin
50:09 The Durability of Bitcoin in Crisis Situations
51:08 Bitcoin as a Tool for Mitigating Threat Models
52:39 Bitcoin and the Control of Central Banks
56:06 Bitcoin as a Solution for Debanking
57:19 Mining Bitcoin and the Cost of Entry
59:03 Different Types of Bitcoin Miners
01:00:01 Bitcoin's Role in Fixing the Energy Industry
01:03:15 The Cost of Mining Bitcoin and Finding Cheap Energy Sources
01:06:18 Bitcoin as a Long-Term Savings Strategy
01:07:00 Where to Buy Bitcoin
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