Voice of Reason Radio

Voice of Reason Radio

Chris and Rich explore biblical theology and practical application in a weekly podcast.

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September 27, 2023 68 mins

This is a Special Edition episode for all our listeners. This week, Chris joined Keith Foskey on "Conversations with a Calvinist" for his episode: "G3 Review by 2 Nerds Who Didn't Go!" The video version of this conversation can be found at the link below. Please enjoy and share this episode.

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G3 Review by 2 Nerds Who Didn't Go!

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This week we look back at when Chris and Rich discussed the issue of food hoarding and prepping. While often associated with the Mormon church, many people, including Christians, store up mass quantities of food and water in preparation for times of difficulty. Is this a biblical precept? How should Christians view it?

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Ultimate Survival Space article

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September 16, 2023 79 mins

This week, Chris discusses the conservative argument that we cannot address hypocritical or sinful behavior on the part of our political allies because the need for victory outweighs the need to hold them accountable. Should Christians practice this ideology?

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This week we look back at when Chris and Rich walked through 1 Peter to encourage Christians to live righteously in a time of tribulation and persecution. Walking in holiness is a living testimony to the excellencies of our Savior.

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September 4, 2023 87 mins

This week, Chris takes on some listener questions regarding possible discord within the LGBT socio-political realm and "Generative AI." He also encourages Christians to focus their motivations on glorifying Christ while being His humble servants in this world.

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This week, we revisit Chris and Rich taking on the ever-present argument that Christians need to be winsome and nuanced on social issues lest we offend the lost. Is this biblically true or are the pitfalls Christians need to be aware of?

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Just Thinking - A Nuanced Gospel

Martyn Lloyd-Jones - Man and Sin

Martyn Lloyd-Jones - Ungodliness

James R. Wood - How I Evolved on Tim Keller

James R. Wood - This Article is Not About ...

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August 12, 2023 67 mins

This week, Chris and Rich discuss Paul's letter to Colossae where he states he rejoiced in his suffering. How can Christians view suffering as a blessing from God and find joy in the trial?

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Desiring God - What is the Secret of Joy in Suffering?

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August 7, 2023 85 mins

This week, we revisit Chris and Rich's discussion that when Christ came into the world, He came among the lowest of society. There is no barrier to any rank or social status to have access to God if they come in the manner He has prescribed. 

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A.W. Pink - Access to God

Cessationist Conference

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July 28, 2023 81 mins

In a solo episode this week, Chris discusses three mini topics covering sexual immorality, fighting on social media, and humility in serving Christ, which all point to a single issue - we should always seek to live our lives in a way that honors and glorifies Christ.

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This week, Chris and Rich have a little fun discussing the topic of "high strangeness," a popular term for stories of mysterious animals, UFOs, ghosts, and more. While demonstrating how much that is reported is the product of misidentification, hoax, or natural causes, and some things defy explanation, they encourage Christians to not take their eyes off of Scripture when confronted with these matters. 

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GTY - Demons and...

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The following is an audio reading of the article "Humility in Exalting Christ" which can be found at: https://www.slavetotheking.com/2023/07/05/humility-in-exalting-christ/.

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This week we look back at Chris and Rich's discussion on primary and secondary issues of Scripture. Does a doctrine being designated "secondary" mean it is irrelevant or should not be debated? 

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G3 Article - The Doctrine of Sympathy 

STTK - On Rick Warren, Women Pastors, and "Secondary Issues."

Blue Letter Bible - The Writings of Paul

Christianity.Com - Paul's Letters

CARM - Doctrine Table

Ligonier - What is Sound Doctri...

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June 23, 2023 65 mins

This week, with the backdrop of a controversial sermon at the SBC Annual Meeting, Chris and Rich discuss what it means to have biblical unity and ask if it is always bad for there to be division.

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VOR Episode - The Debate Over Secondary Issues in Scripture

Video - SBC Convention Sermon Reaction and Review

Got Questions - What does the Bible say about division?

Got Questions - What is the cause of church splits?

Ligonier ...

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June 10, 2023 128 mins

This week, Chris and Rich address a number of posts made by former Saddleback Church Pastor Rick Warren on the eve of the SBC Annual meeting. Warren's efforts to influence the Meeting are quite evident as he attempts to manipulate SBC members with posts intended to inflame passionate emotions. Christians need to be discerning of such tactics. 

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Rick Warren's Open Letter

TGC - Confessions of Faith and the Baptist Traditi...

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June 2, 2023 70 mins

This week, Chris Huff of Matter of Theology joins Chris as they talk about the love of God from Ephesians 2 and 3.

 

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May 27, 2023 65 mins

This week, as we prepare to enter "Pride Month" in America, there are those who declare it is more important to be loving than theological. However, when we rightly understand Scripture, we recognize there is no biblical love in pride.

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Got Questions - Love Your Neighbor

Got Questions - Phileo Love

Got Questions - Friendship With the World is Enmity With God

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This week, Chris and Rich discuss biblical marriage roles in the context of Ephesians 5: 22-33. Husbands and wives are called to certain roles which are defined by their own submission to Christ.

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Submission and Love - Biblical Marriage Defined

AiG Article - Inferior or Equal

 

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This week, Rich and Chris talk about how Christians should approach having debates and discussions with their brethren over important topics. While we can certainly engage in passionate discussions, we should always seek to avoid unnecessary divisiveness and look to build one another up in a spirit of humility, compassion, and kindness.

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A Christian Directory, Vol. 4 - Richard Baxter

Got Questions - Why are Christians al...

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April 29, 2023 75 mins

This week, Chris and Rich celebrate God's grace in allowing this podcast to be on the air for 7 years. May this episode bless and entertain you all.

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VOR's Very First Episode

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This week we look back at when Chris Huff of Matter of Theology joined VOR. Following the SBC Annual Meeting, we discuss the drift of the denomination, the actions of its leaders, and ask the question: is it time for churches to leave the SBC?

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Donate to "Cessationist" Movie Project

STTK Article: On Rick Warren, Women Pastors, and "Secondary Issues."

Megan Basham Article: Southern Baptists' #MeToo Moment

Tennessean New S...

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