Our primary focus at Theocast is to encourage weary pilgrims to rest in Christ. We facilitate simple conversations about the Christian life from a reformed perspective through our weekly podcasts, primers, books, articles, and educational material.
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Honor Everyone, Love the Brotherhood Hey brother! When you join the Church, you join a family. The Reformed Brotherhood delivers a definitive episode each week that will have you so excited you’ll feel like running through a wall. Hosted by Jesse and Tony, who have over 400 episodes under their belts, our podcast offers a confessional approach to exploring Reformed doctrines, church history, and practical Christian living, all grounded in the teachings of the Bible. Join us as we dive into r ...
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#DatPostmil Podcast believes that Christ currently reigns from Heaven, and He must reign until all enemies are under his feet. We look at the church, culture, and politics with this biblical worldview.
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Five For Fruit | Five Minutes of Reformed Theology | The Christian Podcast For The Busy Believer
Cary Gephart: Bringing a Reformed Pastoral Perspective for the Everyday Christian
A once weekly five minute podcast about the gospel, culture and the Christian life from a reformed perspective. Five For Fruit seeks to encourage fellow believers to grow in the grace and knowledge of their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ by creating biblical, challenging, convicting and encouraging media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Today’s conversation is one that Jon and Justin wanted to have as they look at the broader Christian landscape. Even within their own churches, it seems that many Christians operate out of fear and are overly concerned with certain theological directions. This fear may prevent us from partnering with sincere, well-meaning Christians to promote the …
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Church Discipline and Sacraments Demystified
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In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood Podcast, hosts Tony Arsenal and Jesse Schwamb engage in a deep exploration of the theological insights of John Knox as delineated in the Scots Confession. The discussion intricately weaves through various theological concepts, emphasizing the critical role of the Lord's Supper as an integral part of Refor…
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What is the origin of the naturalistic view of Genesis 6? There is a surprisingly alarming and sinister history to the conception and widespread acceptance of the Sethite, non-supernatural view of scripture. In this episode, Jon and Doug give an overview and summary of Doug’s article on the origin and history of the Sethite heresy and how it was us…
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When you hear the word “humility,” what comes to mind? How do you feel when you recall how a pastor, perhaps in your past, spoke to you about the need to be humble? How did that affect you? In today’s episode, Jon and Justin have a conversation about humility—specifically, humbling ourselves before and under the mighty hand of God. The purpose of h…
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In this episode, Jesse Schwamb and Tony Arsenal of the Reformed Brotherhood delve into the parable of the wheat and tares, offering an insightful discussion on the challenges of discerning true believers from false ones. They explore the theological implications of this parable, emphasizing the responsibility of Christians to recognize the true Chu…
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As confessional pastors, Jon and Doug hold historic, biblical theology in high regard. However, tradition is not our highest authority. Scripture is our highest authority! That being said, is newer theology that differs from church tradition inherently bad, worse, or even, dangerous? Doug’s Podcast: Giant Steps Doug’s Books Doug’s Website Join the …
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Jon and Justin were recently invited onto the Room for Nuance podcast with Sean DeMars to discuss various topics surrounding assurance of salvation, law-gospel distinction, and the relationship between faith and works. We hope you find this conversation informative and encouraging! ROOM FOR NUANCE Join the Theocast Community! FREE EBOOK PARTNER WIT…
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Understanding the Soul's Immortality
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In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood Podcast, hosts Jesse Schwamb and Tony Arsenal delve into Chapter 17 of the Scots Confession, focusing on the intriguing subject of the soul and its significance within Reformed theology. They explore how the soul's immortality is perceived in Reformed teachings and what this means for believers. The conve…
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Demon exorcisms, pulling demons out of people, casting out demons… Are these things Christians should be trying to do? Do we even hold the power to do so? Popular culture, sensationalism, and media would say yes, but what does scripture say about these phenomena? Unsurprisingly, the common ideas of these actions are far off from how the Bible instr…
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Oh no, Jon and Justin are talking about obedience again. Yes, we are—and it’s an important subject because, to be frank, we truly want everyone who listens to this podcast to obey sincerely. The question is, how is that accomplished? There is no good news for those who only emphasize obedience. We have to look to a power beyond ourselves, and that’…
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In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood Podcast, Tony Arsenal and Jesse Schwamb engage in a comprehensive discussion about the theological intricacies of the Lord's Supper. They explore the significance of the elements used in the sacrament, focusing on the symbolism of the bread and wine and their cultural analogs. The hosts emphasize the impo…
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Demon possession? Demon oppression? Like with many things Jon and Doug have discussed, we see these concepts all throughout popular culture and art, but are these concepts biblical? Today, we’ll be answering your questions about the powers of these evil spiritual forces as well as their limitations. And, most importantly, how we can defend our hear…
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We live in a time where we’re prone to throw mud, be condescending, self-righteous, and accusatory, and we often misrepresent those with whom we disagree. This behavior doesn’t seem to align with what Scripture teaches about being gentle, kind, patient, and avoiding arguments. So, today, Jon and Justin are going to talk about that. We’ll also discu…
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In this enlightening episode of the Reformed Brotherhood Podcast, hosts Jesse Schwamb and Tony Arsenal engage in a profound discussion on the theological significance and intimacy of the Lord's Supper. They explore its role as a spiritual seal and a un...
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We’ve all likely heard at some point that the origin of demons is that they are fallen angels, but is this true? What can historical understandings of the supernatural world from church fathers all throughout history tell us about these evil spiritual beings? Jon and Doug discuss the origin of demons and the ripples they have on our understanding o…
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Do you ever wake up thinking, “I just don’t do enough for God”? You feel like you need to be doing more. You see so many people with radical ministries and faith, helping so many, and all you do is, well, just go to church. If this sounds familiar, this podcast is for you. The idea of radical discipleship—the belief that you need to do more or some…
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In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood Podcast, hosts Tony Arsenal and Jesse Schwamb explore the profound concept of spiritual fellowship within the church, emphasizing its transcendence beyond race, geography, and time. They delve into John Knox's teachings, highlighting his perspective on the expansive and transcendent community of believers…
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Anyone who is even slightly familiar with Christianity has an idea of what angels are. However, just like hell, heaven, and Satan, our knowledge and understanding of angels is largely shaped by our cultural history and the media we consume. In this episode, Jon and Doug clarify what angels actually are. Delving into topics like the definition of “E…
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Today’s episode is a special one. Jon and Justin were recently interviewed by the hosts of Remnant Radio, Josh and Michael, and had a great conversation about all things law and gospel. We discussed the history, confusing passages, and how it is often misused to rob us of assurance. More importantly, we explored how, when used correctly, it can pro…
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Transformational Role of Law in Christianity
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In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood Podcast, hosts Jesse Schwamb and Tony Arsenal explore the Scots Confession, focusing on the transformational role of the law in a Christian's life. They articulate how the law, once perceived as a source of condemnation, is redefined through the lens of Christ as a source of encouragement and guidance. Th…
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Why does the Apostles’ Creed say that Jesus “descended into hell?” There are many frequently asked questions regarding this statement. What does “hell” mean, and where does Jesus really go after the crucifixion? In scripture, we see several Greek and Hebrew words translated as “hell.” Our culture and media have also distorted our idea of what words…
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What is the difference between godliness and legalism? Sometimes, when people define godliness, they actually describe legalism or even pietism. Understanding this distinction is crucial, and the Bible addresses it often. Today, Jon and Justin will explain where true, heart-filled, God-glorifying godliness comes from and reveal the damage caused by…
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TRB 409 Scots Confession (19) - Enjoyment of God Through Good Works
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In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood Podcast, Tony Arsenal and Jesse Schwamb engage in a rich discussion centered around the Scots Confession, particularly focusing on the themes of obedience, good works, and the enjoyment of God. They begin by addressing the common misconception that faith and obedience are synonymous, emphasizing that whil…
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“You are gods, sons of the Most High, all of you; nevertheless, like men you shall die, and fall like any prince.” What does this mean? Psalm 82 showcases God taking his place among the divine council in the midst of the gods. Jon and Doug discuss how this Psalm is truly about Jesus and His work to deliver His people from darkness. Our episode on t…
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The Christian life is often depicted by American culture as one of prosperity and health, but more frequently, our pilgrimage through this fallen world is characterized by sin, suffering, and ultimately death. Jon and Justin have discussed suffering, sickness, death, and our only hope to escape this harrowing reality in many episodes of Theocast. T…
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TRB 408 Scots Confession (18) - Integrating Faith into Everyday Actions
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In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood Podcast, hosts Tony Arsenal and Jesse Schwamb explore the profound connection between faith and good works as articulated in the Scots Confession. They delve into the understanding of what constitutes good works in the eyes of God, emphasizing that these actions should not only comply with a set of rules …
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What was the purpose of the Tower of Babel? What were they trying to achieve, connect, or, communicate with? How do the events of Genesis 11 connect to the overarching meta-narrative of the Bible? Jon and Doug continue their conversation on the Tower of Babel, ziggurats, cosmic mountains, and more! Doug’s Podcast: Giant Steps Doug’s Books Doug’s We…
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Maybe you’re out there feeling weary, burdened, beat up, or left behind. Even in your experience as a Christian in the church, you feel like you’ve been run over, like you don’t fit. You know that Jesus is real, but you wonder if the problem is with you. If you’ve felt this way repeatedly, and if you’ve been made to feel this way over and over, thi…
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TRB 407 Scots Confession (17) - Living a Life Worthy of the Gospel
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In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood Podcast, Tony Arsenal and Jesse Schwamb explore the transformative power of the Holy Spirit and how it impacts the life of a believer. They delve into the teachings of John Knox and the Scots Confession, emphasizing the freedom from sin that Christians experience through Christ. The discussion centers aro…
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What is the true significance of the tower of Babel account in Genesis? What are the parallels between Babel and what is known as a “cosmic mountain?” How does the way God operates with humanity showcase His divine and supreme authority? Jon and Doug discuss these questions and more! Doug’s Podcast: Giant Steps Doug’s Books Doug’s Website Join the …
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