Puritan Moments

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This is a podcast all about puritan thoughts on specific subjects. Rob works through various puritan quotes in an attempt to bring out some of the truths found within some of the most wonderful writings in Christian history.

  1. 08/20/2025

    The Perfect Law's Perfect Demand: Understanding the Covenant of Works with John Colquhoun

    Deep dive into the relationship between God's perfect law and His gracious gospel with 18th-century Scottish minister John Colquhoun. In this episode of Puritan Moment, we explore a profound passage from Colquhoun's "A Treatise on the Law and the Gospel" that reveals how every duty God has ever required was contained in the original covenant with Adam - and how Christ's perfect fulfillment of that same covenant secures our salvation. Key Themes: The comprehensive nature of God's moral lawThe covenant of works and Adam's voluntary consentWhy faith and repentance are legal requirementsThe perfection of God's law vs. our imperfectionChrist as the successful covenant keeperPractical implications for Christian livingScripture Focus: Psalm 19:7, Romans 5:18-19, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Matthew 22:37-40 (Legacy Standard Bible) Perfect for anyone seeking to understand the deep theological foundations of the Christian faith and how they apply to everyday discipleship. About Puritan Moment: Each episode explores wisdom from Reformed theologians and Puritan writers, helping modern Christians grow in biblical understanding and practical godliness.

    28 min

  2. 07/30/2025

    God's Absolute Right to Command: A Puritan Moment from John Colquhoun

    In this episode of Puritan Moments, we explore a profound passage from John Colquhoun's "The Law and the Gospel" examining the foundation of God's sovereign authority over mankind. Colquhoun reveals how God's right to command perfect obedience flows from His nature as Creator, preserver, benefactor, and sovereign ruler. This 15-minute devotional unpacks the theological richness of natural law and our absolute subjection to our Creator, offering gospel-centered insights for believers today.

    21 min

  3. 07/23/2025

    The Law and the Gospel: The Center, Sum, and Substance of Divine Revelation | John Colquhoun

    In this episode, we dive deep into a powerful excerpt from John Colquhoun’s classic The Law and the Gospel, where he states that law and gospel are the “center, sum, and substance of all the other parts” of Scripture. What does that mean for how we read the Bible, understand redemptive history, and live the Christian life? Through theological reflection and pastoral application, we explore how every passage of Scripture and every human life falls along the twin lines of conformity to the moral law and belief or disbelief in the gospel. Drawing from Romans, Galatians, and the wisdom of the Puritans, this teaching will help you rightly divide the Word of Truth—and rejoice more deeply in the finished work of Christ. 📚 Recommended Reading:– The Law and the Gospel by John Colquhoun– The Marrow of Modern Divinity (with Thomas Boston’s notes)– 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith, Chapter 19 #PuritanTheology #LawAndGospel #JohnColquhoun #ReformedTheology #ChristianLiving #BibleTeaching #SolaFide #1689Confession

    16 min

  4. 07/09/2025

    From Enmity to Communion: John Newton on Our Union with Christ

    John Newton powerfully describes our natural state apart from Christ—hateful in God’s sight and filled with hostility toward one another. But through faith, by union with Christ, we are brought into fellowship with the Father, the Son, and with each other. In this Puritan Moment, we reflect on the glorious truth of our communion with God and the church, as members of one body under Christ our Head. Be encouraged by the gospel’s power to reconcile and unite! 💡 Scriptures referenced: Titus 3:3, 1 John 1:3, Ephesians 2:14-16, Ephesians 4:16💬 Leave a comment: How has your union with Christ changed how you view fellowship with others? #PuritanMoment #JohnNewton #UnionWithChrist #ChristianFellowship #ReformedTheology #1689Baptist #Puritans #GospelTruth #ChristTheHead #BodyOfChrist #ChurchUnity #BiblicalTeaching #ChristianEncouragement

    23 min

  5. 07/02/2025

    Union with Christ Is Bigger Than You Think | John Newton’s Deep Theology

    What does it really mean to be united with Christ? John Newton called it a mystery too great to capture with any earthly image—intimate, unbreakable, rich, and transforming. In this video, we explore Newton’s profound insight and apply it with Scripture from the Legacy Standard Bible. This doctrine is not just for scholars—it’s the lifeline of every Christian soul. #UnionWithChrist #JohnNewton #LSB #LegacyStandardBible #ReformedTheology #ChristianDoctrine #Sanctification #ChristianAssurance #GospelTruth #SpiritualUnion #PuritanWisdom #BiblicalMeditation #DeepTheology #ChristInUs #ChristianIdentity

    14 min

  6. 02/27/2025

    The Hard Work of Conversion: Bunyan's Insight on Spiritual Transformation

    Join us as we explore John Bunyan's vivid depiction of conversion as a process of breaking and healing. In this video, we unravel how spiritual transformation involves a necessary wounding, akin to grafting in nature, where cutting and flowing sap signify new life. Through the lens of the Legacy Standard Bible, we'll examine why conversion is neither painless nor quick, understanding that true change in Christ requires both the acknowledgment of sin and the embrace of new life in Him. Be inspired to see your spiritual journey as one of profound transformation. Understand why conversion is often a struggle. Learn about the healing power of spiritual brokenness. See conversion as a grafting into Christ's life. Reflect on the necessity of spiritual growth through pain. Perfect for those on the path of faith or curious about the depth of Christian conversion. Tags: #JohnBunyan #SpiritualConversion #ChristianTransformation #LegacyStandardBible #SpiritualGrowth #HeartBreaking #GraftingInChrist #NewLifeInJesus #SpiritualHealing #RepentanceAndSalvation #FaithJourney #ChristianChange #SpiritualStruggle #ConversionProcess #BunyanQuotes #SpiritualAwakening #PainfulGrowth #ChristianFaith #SpiritualLife #LifeInChrist

    19 min

  7. 02/20/2025

    Earthly Sojourn, Heavenly Focus: Richard Baxter's Timeless Wisdom

    Explore the profound insights of Richard Baxter as he reminds us that our time on earth is merely a passage to eternity. In this video, we unpack how understanding life's transience can transform our daily living, urging us to cultivate a heart set on heaven. We'll delve into how to live with an eternal perspective, using scripture from the Legacy Standard Bible to anchor these truths. Join us to discover how shifting our focus from earthly to heavenly can lead to a life of true fulfillment and purpose. Learn to view your life through the lens of eternity. Understand how to set your heart on heavenly things. Be inspired to live differently by prioritizing the spiritual. Reflect on scriptures that guide us toward an eternal mindset. This video is perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their faith by aligning it with eternal truths. Tags: #RichardBaxter #HeavenlyMindset #EternalPerspective #LegacyStandardBible #ChristianLiving #SpiritualFocus #LifeOnEarth #HeavenlyTreasures #FaithfulLiving #SpiritualPriorities #ChristianWisdom #EternalLife #HeartForHeaven #BiblicalPriorities #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth #LifePurpose #ChristianHope #DivineFocus #BaxterQuote

    14 min

  8. 02/13/2025

    Seeing and Seizing Salvation: John Gill on the Dynamics of Faith

    Discover the profound teaching of John Gill on faith as both the eye and hand of the soul. In this video, we explore how faith allows us to see Christ and to actively receive Him, leading to personal righteousness and peace. Through the Legacy Standard Bible, we'll unpack how faith in Christ transforms our understanding, our actions, and ultimately, our state of being. Join us to learn how to cultivate this faith for a life of peace and assurance in Christ. Learn how faith shapes our spiritual vision. Understand the active role of faith in receiving Christ. See how faith in Christ leads to true righteousness. Be inspired to embrace peace through faith. Ideal for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of faith's role in Christian life. Tags: #JohnGill #FaithInChrist #SpiritualEyes #SoulHand #LegacyStandardBible #ChristianRighteousness #PeaceInFaith #SeeingChrist #ReceivingJesus #FaithJourney #ChristianPeace #SpiritualInsight #SalvationByFaith #FaithAndWorks #ChristianAssurance #SpiritualGrowth #BiblicalFaith #GraceThroughFaith #FaithDynamics #ChristianDoctrine

    15 min
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This is a podcast all about puritan thoughts on specific subjects. Rob works through various puritan quotes in an attempt to bring out some of the truths found within some of the most wonderful writings in Christian history.

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  • Creator
    Rob Grunden
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Rob Grunden
  • Show Website
    Puritan Moments