Theological Discussion for Christ's Church The Pactum is shorthand for the Latin Pactum Salutis. The Pactum Salutis is the trinitarian covenant made before the foundation of the world spoken of in texts such as Ephesians 1 and John 17. It is also known as the covenant of redemption. According to the pactum salutis, the triune God who works all things after the counsel of His will commits to save elect sinners. Since the pactum salutis is the basis for all of God’s work in human history, we f ...
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In this Pat is joined by Sam Renihan to talk about the unchangeable nature of God and the doctrine of impassability. Sam Renihan is pastor of Trinity Reformed Baptist Church in La Mirada, CA. He is the author of God Without Passions: The Majesty of God's Unshakeable Perfection. You can find Sam on X @Petty_France…
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Pat and Mike talk about seven motivations for prayer in this episode. This is not a guilt trip to make you feel bad about your prayer life, but a little nudge and encouragment to approach the throne of grace with confidence.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode, Pat and Mike talk about what R.C. Sproul called God's favorite doctrine—the sovereignty of God.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode we are talking about law and gospel with Mike Abendroth. Mike recently released the book, Law & Gospel: A Primer available here. You can find more from Mike Abendroth at No Compromise Radio.Από τον The Pactum
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Jesus is the Christ, the Messiah, the King and He is therefore reigning and will reign forever and ever! Join us on this episode of the Pactum as we discuss seven questions about Amillenialism. Resources mentioned in this episode: - A Call for Theological Triage and Christian Maturity by Albert Mohler - A Case for Amillennialism: Understanding the …
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Ep. 206 - Bad Theology
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1:07:21In this episode Pat sits down with special guest R. Scott Clark to talk about bad theology. They talk about pietism, biblicism, antinomianism, neonomianism, and more. R. Scott Clark is a minister in the URCNA, Professor of Church History and Historical Theology at Westminster Seminary California. He is the author of numerous books including the for…
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I never knew you, depart from me you who practice lawlessness! Could there be anything worse for anyone to hear from Jesus and how can one avoid hearing it on judgment day? Listen in as Pat and Mike discuss Matthew 7:21-23 and engage pertinent questions about the passage.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode Pat and Mike answer listener questions about the Bible, theology, and Christian living. Resources mentioned in this episode: - Knowing God by J.I. Packer - Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God by J.I. Packer - On Covenant Theology by J.I. Packer - R.C. Sproul: A Life by Stephen J. Nichols - Not by Faith Alone: The Neonomianism of R…
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Life is filled with decisions to be made. So, what is the Christian to do? Follow the Bible? Yes. But what about when the Bible doesn’t say? Listen in as Pat and Mike talk about some guiding principles for decision-making and gray areas.Από τον The Pactum
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Theological education is important so we're talking about it on this episode. Listen in as Pat and Mike talk about Theology for Breakfast, a ministry at Omaha Bible Church that has been helpful in training and educating men in the church.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode Pat and Mike talk about the topic of good works. Are good works required for salvation? What should be the motivation for our good works? Listen in as they discuss these questions and more.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode we are listening in to the sixth session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God’s Good Law. This session is titled “Theonomy and the Law” from conference speaker, David VanDrunen.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode we are listening in to the fifth session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God’s Good Law. This session is titled “Legalism and Antinomianism” from conference speaker, Mike Abendroth.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode we are listening in to the fourth session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God’s Good Law. This session is titled “Covenant Theology and the Law” from conference speaker, J.V. Fesko.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode we are listening in to the third session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God’s Good Law. This session is titled “The Law's Three Uses” from conference speaker, J.V. FeskoΑπό τον The Pactum
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In this episode we are listening in to the second session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God’s Good Law. This session is titled “Natural Law” from conference speaker, David VanDrunen.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode we are listening in to the first session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God's Good Law. This session is titled "The Law-Gospel Paradigm" from conference speaker, Patrick Abendroth.Από τον The Pactum
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In this live episode, recorded at the 2024 Pactum Conference, Pat and Mike are joined by conference speakers J.V. Fesko, David VanDrunen, and Mike Abendroth to talk about matters related to law/gospel, theonomy, antinomianism, and the church.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode, Pat and Mike continue their discussion on dispensationalism by talking about what it is, where it comes from, and some of its flaws.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode Pat and Mike begin a series of episodes on dispensationalism. Listen in as they talk about what dispensationalism is, who started it, and what is its fatal flaw.Από τον The Pactum
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Pat and Mike discuss the matter of clarity in this episode. They talk about the importance of being clear and give some tools and tips to help you be clear whether you are teaching, preaching, writing, leading a Bible study, etc. Resources mentioned in this episode: - The Big Picture Story Bible - The Unfolding Word by Zach Keele…
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In this episode Pat and Mike discuss seven reminders for this election season...and always!Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode Pat and Mike talk about the glory of God.Από τον The Pactum
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In this Pactum Responsum epidsoe Pat and Mike answer questions about assurance, law and gospel, expository preaching, and more.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode Pat and Mike are joined by Steve Meister to talk about the doctrine of God. Steve Meister is the Pastor at Immanuel Baptist Church in Sacramento, CA. Immanuel Baptist Church will be hosting the Sacramento Gospel Conference on September 20-21, 2024 with guest speaker James Dolezal. You can find more information and register here. Res…
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Why is it that so many Christians are miserable? On today's episode of the Pactum we will be discussing the need for Christians to think rightly about the gospel so that they might have joy, better relationships, and glorify God. Joining us for this episode is Chris Peterson, Associate Pastor at Omaha Bible Church.…
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On this episode Pat and Mike discuss the life and ministry of Charles Haddon Spurgeon with author Alex DiPrima. Alex's latest work on Spurgeon is a biography titled, Spurgeon: A Life and is available here at Reformation Heritage Books. Alex DiPrima is senior pastor of Emmanuel Church in Winston Salem, North Carolina. He holds a PhD from Southeaster…
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It’s summertime at The Pactum! While we take a little break we want you to enjoy some of our favorite episodes. Today’s episode is D.V.D. on Natural Law. In this episode, Pat sits down with David VanDrunen to take a deep dive into the topic of Natural Law. David VanDrunen is a minister of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church and is the Robert B. Strimp…
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It’s summertime at The Pactum! While we take a little break we want you to enjoy some of our favorite episodes. Today’s episode is Sane Student Ministries. Pat and Mike are joined this week by special guest, Andrew Meyer to talk all things Student Ministry. Andrew is a pastor at Omaha Bible Church with Pat and Mike and leads the student ministries.…
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It’s summertime at The Pactum! While we take a little break we want you to enjoy some of our favorite episodes. Today’s episode is Exodus for Christians. Pat and Mike talk about the book of Exodus and why it is vital for Christians. Resources mentioned in this episode: – Reformation Study Bible – Gospel Transformation Bible – Echoes of Exodus by Br…
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Ep. 181 - Greatest Hits: Getting the Gospel Right
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1:04:57It's summertime at The Pactum! While we take a little break we want you to enjoy some of our favorite episodes. Today's episode is Getting the Gospel Right. In this special live episode, Pat and Mike are joined by Mike Abendroth from No Compromise Radio, Jon and Justin from Theocast, and R. Scott Clark from the Heidelcast as they discuss what makes…
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Ep. 180 - Pactum Responsum
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1:03:26In this Lone Ranger episode Pat answers listener questions about the unpardonable sin, law and gospel, Bible study resources, and more. If you have questions you would like us to answer on future episodes you can email us at [email protected]Από τον The Pactum
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Ep. 179 - Reformed Covenant Theology
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1:07:46In this episode, Pat and Mike are joined by Harrison Perkins to discuss his new book, Reformed Covenant Theology. Harrison Perkins is the pastor of Oakland Hills Community Church in Farmington Hills, Michigan, contributor to Ligonier, Modern Reformation, and the Heidelblog. He is also the author of A Guide to Living Out Reformed Theology and Presby…
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In this episode, Pat and Mike are joined by Jody Anderson to discuss suggestions that will help you love your pastor. Jody Anderson is the pastor at Christ Church of Guntersville, AL. You can find Jody on X here.Από τον The Pactum
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What does the Bible have to say about healing? Does God still heal people today? Join Pat and Mike as they discuss these questions and more on this episode of The Pactum.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode, Pat talks with Mike Abendroth about his newest book, Cancer is Not Your Shepherd: A 31-Day Guide to Suffering. You can find more from Mike Abendroth at www.nocompromiseradio.comΑπό τον The Pactum
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Is the gospel only for unblievers? Why would you evangelize a christian? Pat and Mike finish the Romans Refresh series with a discussion about evangelizing christians.Από τον The Pactum
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Pat and Mike continue the Romans Refresh series with a discussion on Romans 8 and assurance. Resources mentioned in this episode: - The Assurance of Faith by Louis BerkhofΑπό τον The Pactum
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Pat and Mike continue the Romans Refresh series by rounding out their discussion on the doctrine of Justificaion.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode, Pat and Mike continue in the series from the book of Romans called Romans Refresh. Listen in as they talk about twelve distinctives of the biblical doctrine of justification.Από τον The Pactum
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In this Lone Ranger episode, Pat begins a short series from the book of Romans called, Romans Refresh. This episode looks at the topic of righteousness.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode, Pat and Mike finish out their list of ten guidelines to reading all of the Bible as Christian Scripture. Resources mentioned in this episode: - The Saint's Advantage by Christ's Ascension by Christopher LoveΑπό τον The Pactum
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In this episode, Pat and Mike talk about some guidelines for reading all of the Bible as Christian Scripture.Από τον The Pactum
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On this week's episode, Pat and Mike talk about covenant theology to celebrate the one year birthday of Pat's book, Covenant Theology.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode, Pat and Mike are joined by the guys from Theocast to discuss the topic of antinomianism. Jon Moffitt is the Senior Pastor of Grace Reformed Church in Spring Hill, TN. Jusin Purdue is the Lead Pastor of Covenant Baptist Church in Arden, NC. Resources mentioned in this episode: - The Law and the Gospel by John Colquhoun - The Whole C…
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In this episode, Pat and Mike discuss the matter of leadership. What is leadership? How do you know if you are being a successful leader? Where can we learn to be good leaders?Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode, Pat talks with Jon Moffitt and Justin Perdue from Theocast about the law and the gospel. To find the John Colquhoun book, The Law and the Gospel, and other resources, visit www.thelawandthegospel.com.Από τον The Pactum
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In this week's episode, Pat and Mike discuss the vital doctrine of the active obedience of Christ. They discuss who believes the doctrine, why it's important, where we see it in the Bible, and more. You can find Pat's new book, The Active Obedience of Christ on Amazon.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode Pat and Mike discuss the encouragement that christians need in these last days.Από τον The Pactum
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In this episode Pat and Mike are joined by special guest, Caleb Lenard, to talk about all things biblical literacy. Caleb Lenard is the is the host of the podcast Theology for the Church and the equipping pastor at Grace Life Church in Ankeny, Iowa. You can find his podcast, dissertation, and more from Caleb on his website.…
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