The Pactum
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 salutes, 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 find The Pactum a fitting banner for our conversations of all things theological.
Episodes
Everyone seems to have an opinion about Israel. And while that's all fine and good, it seems that as of late, some pretty amazing things are being said about Israel and the Jews, and by pretty amazing, we mean outlandish and crazy.
On this episode, listen in as Pat and Mike talk about seven things to keep in mind regarding Israel, social media, and the news.
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In this episode, Pat is joined by Aaron S. to talk about gospel ministry in South Asia
Life is filled with heartbreak because of bad theology, infidelity, family fights, church conflicts, loss of loved ones, cancer, and on and on and on the list could go. The heartbreak is diverse and plentiful!
On this episode, Pat and Mike talk about how to handle heartbreak with some guidelines that may prove helpful.
This episode comes from the Sunday sermon at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Michael Beck preaches on Noah and the Gospel.
This episode comes from the third pre-conference session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Mike Abendroth speaks on sharpening your preaching skills.
This episode comes from the second pre-conference session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Pat Abendroth interviews Chris Peterson about pastoral counseling.
This episode comes from the first pre-conference session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Michael Beck speaks on biblical theology and preaching.
Listen in to this Q&A session from the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel.
This episode comes from the sixth session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Harrison Perkins speaks on repentance and the gospel.
This episode comes from the fifth session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Mike Abendroth speaks on sanctification and the gospel.
This episode comes from the fourth session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Michael Beck speaks on glorification and the gospel.
This episode comes from the third session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Harrison Perkins speaks on justification and the gospel.
This episode comes from the second session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Chris Larson speaks on R.C. Sproul and the gospel.
This episode comes from the first session at the 2025 Pactum Conference, God's Great Gospel. Patrick Abendroth speaks on the pactum and the gospel.
In this episode, Pat and Mike highlight insights about the Holy Spirit that can help you in evangelism.
This week on The Pactum we are giving you the inside look at all things Pat. Get to know Pat, what makes him tick, his heart for ministry, and more.
In this episode, Pat is joined by Mike Abendroth to talk about his latest book, "King: How the Sovereignty of God Changes Everything."
Mike is the Senior Pastor at Bethlehem Bible Church in West Boylston, MA. He is the author of many books including Law & Gospel: A Primer and is the host of No Compromise Radio.
In this episode Pat is joined by fellow elder and friend, Todd Swift, to talk about friendship and life in ministry.
In this responsum episode, we answer listener questions on topics from covenant theology, good works, suffering and hope, and more.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- The Giver of Life by J.V. Fesko
- The Bruised Reed by Richard Sibbes
- Be Thou My Vision by Jonathan Gibson
- The Psalms: A Christ-Centered Commentary by Christopher Ash
- More Than Heaven by T. Jeff Taylor
- Review: More Than Heaven by Harrison Perkins
In this episode, Pat and Mike talk through some highlights of the book of Philippians
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