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This podcast is about the power of books and the people they’ve shaped. Stephen Nichols joins R.C. Sproul and other teachers in their personal libraries to discover the books that have left a mark on these men and their ministries.

Open Book with Stephen Nichols Ligonier Ministries

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.9 • 439 Ratings

This podcast is about the power of books and the people they’ve shaped. Stephen Nichols joins R.C. Sproul and other teachers in their personal libraries to discover the books that have left a mark on these men and their ministries.

    Season Five Begins Next Week

    Season Five Begins Next Week

    A new season of the Open Book podcast begins April 25. Listen to the trailer to discover which special guest is joining Stephen Nichols to share the books that have influenced their faith. Follow the podcast so you can hear each Thursday’s episode.

    • 1 min
    Derek Thomas on Sproul’s Chosen by God

    Derek Thomas on Sproul’s Chosen by God

    Derek Thomas saw R.C. Sproul as a brilliant theologian. Years later, they met and became friends. Today on the Open Book podcast, Stephen Nichols and Derek Thomas share stories about the founder of Ligonier Ministries and look at one of his most cherished books.
    Get R.C. Sproul's book Chosen by God: https://www.ligonier.org/store/chosen-by-god-paperback
    Read the transcript: https://openbookpodcast.com/derek-thomas-on-sprouls-chosen-by-god/

    • 10 min
    Derek Thomas on Machen’s Christianity and Liberalism

    Derek Thomas on Machen’s Christianity and Liberalism

    J. Gresham Machen's book Christianity and Liberalism may be even more urgent now than when it was published 100 years ago. Today on the Open Book podcast, Stephen Nichols and Derek Thomas discuss this 20th-century classic.
    Stream Stephen Nichols' 12-message teaching series on Christianity and Liberalism: https://www.ligonier.org/learn/series/christianity-and-liberalism
    Watch messages from Reformation Bible College's 2023 Winter Conference, Machen's Christianity and Liberalism: 100 Years Later: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZjnVlXGsQDA2OgTS5OtSkEK69_P7nbJu
    Read the February 2023 edition of Tabletalk magazine, "Christianity and Liberalism": https://tabletalkmagazine.com/print-issue/#christianity-and-liberalism
    Read the transcript: https://openbookpodcast.com/derek-thomas-on-machens-christianity-and-liberalism/

    • 9 min
    Derek Thomas on Calvin’s Sermons on Job

    Derek Thomas on Calvin’s Sermons on Job

    Preaching from the book of Job, John Calvin said, "It is a great thing to be subject to the majesty of God." Today on the Open Book podcast, Derek Thomas tells Stephen Nichols about the collection of sermons that captivated him for seven years.
    Read the transcript: https://openbookpodcast.com/derek-thomas-on-calvins-sermons-on-job/

    • 10 min
    Derek Thomas on Murray’s The Epistle to the Romans and Studies in Theology

    Derek Thomas on Murray’s The Epistle to the Romans and Studies in Theology

    John Murray was a towering figure for the advancement of Reformed theology in the 20th century. Today on the Open Book podcast, Stephen Nichols and Derek Thomas look at Murray's influential commentary on Romans and theological writings.
    Read the transcript: https://openbookpodcast.com/derek-thomas-on-murrays-the-epistle-to-the-romans-and-studies-in-theology/

    • 15 min
    Derek Thomas on Lloyd-Jones’ Preaching and Preachers

    Derek Thomas on Lloyd-Jones’ Preaching and Preachers

    Generations of preachers have been influenced by the ministry of Martyn Lloyd-Jones. Today on the Open Book podcast, Derek Thomas discusses his favorite book on preaching with Stephen Nichols.
    Read the transcript: https://openbookpodcast.com/derek-thomas-on-lloyd-jones-preaching-and-preachers/

    • 12 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
439 Ratings

439 Ratings

Rammmmmer ,

“Ter ere Van een “

Uitsekende Theologische verlichting op Christelijke geschiedenis. What a lovely way to remember a cherished scholar like RC, .....Steven. I’m sure he must be smiling from heaven! I hope you post a list of all these beloved books at the end of this season. RC’s ministry and all of you have taught me so much as a young Christian. I feel blessed to have RC’s ministry live on in your capable hands. May the Lord bless you all. Warm regards, Laurie A. Brady

nothing like it anywhere ,

Hinds' Feet on High Places By Hannah Hurnard

I love listening to your wonderful interaction with Derek Thomas. Thank you!
Will you do an episode of Hinds' Feet on High Places
By Hannah Hurnard?

AnyaofEmma ,

Great to Hear Their Voices

This wonderful podcast is a way to be reminded of old favorites, be introduced to new books, and learn theology along the way. It’s so great to hear these men’s voices and have an unguarded glimpse of their personalities as they discuss their favorite books.

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