Kevin welcomes his good friend—neighbor, church colleague, and seminary colleague (soon to be boss!)—Blair Smith to the podcast. As a systematic theology professor, Blair’s expertise is on Trinitarian theology, in particular in the crucial fourth and fifth centuries. Listen in as Kevn and Blair look at the theology and the history behind the Council of Nicaea (325) and the Council of Constantinople (381). Yes, there are a lot of names and concepts flying around in the podcast studio with this one, but for good reason. What could be more important than the doctrine of the Trinity, than knowing who God is?
CHAPTERS
0:00 Sponsors & Intro
2:11 Who Is Blair Smith?
9:34 Four Degrees & Education Background
12:20 Conversation Outline & Begin Nicene Discussion
19:38 What Should We Know About The Fatherhood Of God?
25:25 Nicene Origins & The Need For Clarity
28:40 Sponsor Break
30:54 How Does This Help Us Understand The Eternal Son?
37:15 Trinity Debates & Subordination Controversy
46:59 What Led To The Revision Of The Nicene Creed?
54:53 Common Ground & Finding The Right Language
57:07 How Does Augustine Fit Into Nicene Orthodoxy?
1:01:38 Books From Blair To Consider
1:03:42 Why Should We Care About The Doctrine Of The Trinity?
BOOKS & EVERYTHING
One God Almighty: The Biblical Doctrine of the Triune God
Our Father in Heaven: Rediscovering and Embracing the Fatherhood of God
DESIRING GOD | What’s The Difference?
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