Christ is the Cure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode begins with our first denomination: Anglicanism. We summarize its history, sources of authority, governmental structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. See the landing page for sources/further reading. Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/11/30/denominations-3-anglicanism/ Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the new series on Denominations. This episode speaks on defining and counting denominations. We'll discuss the criteria for denominations, and who will be 'in' for this series, and this will be followed with a conversation on 'how many' are there. We will specifically discuss the myth that there are 33,000 protestant denominations. Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/11/16/denominations-2-defining-and-counting-denominations/ Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues by beginning the new series on Denominations. This episode is the introduction laying out what to expect, the approach of the series, and some preliminary discussions. Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/11/09/denominations-1-introduction-preliminaries-approach/ Pick up the supplementary graphics for this episode here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BzCtht10sYH7zKVjJ01sJu10dHJ1DZPu?usp=share_link Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

CITC season four continues with Reformation specials through October. Here is the last installment of these specials, "The Reformers and the catholic church." In this episode, we cover how the Reformers viewed the catholic church and catholicity. The topic is covered broadly, using Calvin as a case study. Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/10/26/the-reformers-and-the-catholic-church/ Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure Intro Audio narrative from Martin Luther (1953) starring Niall MacGinnis as Luther.

CITC season four continues with Reformation specials through October. Here is the third installment of these specials, "5 Myths of the Reformation." In this episode, we cover just that: popular myths that are spread about the Protestant Reformation. Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure Intro Audio narrative from Martin Luther (1953) starring Niall MacGinnis as Luther.

Time Stamps: 0:00-6:49 Introduction 6:49-19:51 Samhain 19:51-40:00 All Saints Day 40:00-42:08 Summary 42:08 - 55:23 Pre-Reformation Reforms 55:23 - 1:09:10 The Reformation 1:09:10 - 1:31:53 Modern Halloween 1:31:53 - End | Drawing Conclusions Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/10/17/halloween-and-the-reformation-pt-1-2-combined/ Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure Intro’s Audio narrative from Martin Luther (1953) starring Niall MacGinnis as Luther.

CITC season four opens with Reformation specials through October. Here is the second installment of these specials, "Halloween and the Reformation pt. 2." In this episode, we cover the movements of Reform in relation to the Saints, the Modern Era and Halloween traditions, Movements around Halloween, and then we will conclude with positions and my conclusions. Enjoy! Time Stamps: 0:00-3:25 Introduction 3:26 - 16:28 Pre-Reformation Reform 16:29-30:51 - Reformation 30:52 - 53:36 Modern Halloween 53:36 - End Positions and Conclusions See the notes on the landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/10/12/halloween-and-the-reformation-pt-2/ Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure Intro’s Audio narrative from Martin Luther (1953) staring Niall MacGinnis as Luther.

CITC season four opens with Reformation specials through October. Here is the first installment of these specials, "Halloween and the Reformation pt. 1." In this episode, we cover Samhain and All Saints Day in preparation to discuss Halloween as it relates to the Reformation and Practical Applications in Part 2. Enjoy! Time Stamps: 0:00-6:49 Introduction 6:49-19:51 Samhain 19:51-40:00 All Saints Day 40:00-End Conclusions/Summary See the notes on the landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/10/05/halloween-and-the-reformation-pt-1/ Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure Intro’s Audio narrative from Martin Luther (1953) staring Niall MacGinnis as Luther.

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In this episode, we conclude TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode survey's the debate on eternal security and provides listeners with formal and informal conclusions to the series as we close out season three. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/06/01/tulip-16-eternal-security-in-arminianism-and-calvinism-and-formal-informal-conclusion-to-the-tulip-series/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode, we continue TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode survey's the debate on the extent of the Atonement. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/05/29/tulip-15-arminianism-and-calvinism-on-the-extent-of-the-atonement/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode, we continue TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode continues on the topic of Predestination and Election. Here we will discuss the Calvinism conception in particular. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/05/25/tulip-14-calvinism-on-election-and-predestination/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode, we continue TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode moves us into Predestination and Election. Here we will discuss the Arminian conception in particular. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/05/18/tulip-13-arminianism-on-election-and-predestination/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode, we continue TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode moves us into a brief discussion on conversion and regeneration before prepping for the discussions on predestination. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/05/11/tulip-12-conversion-regeneration-and-preliminaries-on-predestination/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode, we continue TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode moves us into the doctrine of Grace. Here we’ll cover the Calvinist conception of Grace, the effectual and general call, and more. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/05/04/tulip-11-the-doctrine-of-grace-calvinism-and-irresistible-grace/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode, we continue TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode moves us into the doctrine of Grace. We'll briefly explain Grace and the points of agreement between Calvinists and Arminianism. This will be followed by a discussion on the Arminian conception of Prevenient Grace. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/04/27/tulip-10-the-doctrine-of-grace-arminianism-and-prevenient-grace/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode, we continue TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode focuses on the Calvinistic understanding of the human will, normally called Compatibilism. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/04/20/tulip-9-calvinism-compatibilism-and-the-human-will/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode we continue the series: TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode focuses on Arminian Libertarian Free Will, Sovereignty, and Foreknowledge. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/04/13/tulip-8-arminian-libertarian-free-will-sovereignty-and-foreknowledge/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode we continue the new series: TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode begins by discussing the human will, particularly where there are areas of agreement between Classical Arminians and Calvinists. Further, this episode brings up some historical points of interest for the discussion. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/04/06/tulip-7-the-human-will-points-of-agreement-and-initial-considerations/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

An Easter Special. Time Stamps: 3:00-11:04: Introduction 11:05-25:29: Cheap Paganism 25:30-38:55: A Tale of Two Terms (Easter and Eostre) 38:56-43:02: Ishtar and Easter 43:03 - 1:04:19: The History of Easter 1:04:20 - 1:17:29: The Passover 1:17:30 - 1:27:32: Bunnies and Eggs Free PDF show-Notes Available Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZI8KTj7l3bvieyn6-bkjFDqAPU-a4byu/view?usp=share_link Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/03/24/easter-passover-and-the-pesky-pagans/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode we continue the new series: TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode continues on the topic of Total Depravity and focuses on the corruption of man on key points. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/03/16/tulip-6-total-depravity-arminianism-and-calvinism/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode we continue the new series: TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode moves into the topics of Total Depravity, Original Sin, and Original Guilt and focuses on Original Guilt predominately. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/03/09/tulip-5-total-depravity-original-sin-original-guilt/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode we continue the new series: TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode wraps up our examination of Historical Points of Interest with an overview of the Reformation era surrounding Jacob Arminius and the Synod of Dort. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/03/02/tulip-4-reformation-era-pt-2-arminius-dort-and-summary-of-key-terms/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode we continue the new series: TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode continues our examination of Historical Points of Interest with an overview of the Semi-Pelagian Controversy, the position of Orange, and a move into the Reformation Era. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/02/23/tulip-3-semi-pelagianism-orange-and-the-reformation-era-pt-1/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode we continue the new series: TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode continues our examination of Historical Points of Interest with an overview of the Pelagian Controversy, the position of Augustine, and a brief detour on the terminology on Monergism and Synergism. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/02/16/tulip-2-pelagianism-augustine-and-monergism-synergism/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode we launch the new series: TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode discusses expectations, goals, and the general outline for the series. Furthermore, this episode begins our examination of Historical Points of Interest with a brief look at Soteriology before the controversies between Augustine and Pelagius. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/02/09/tulip-1-introduction-and-historical-points-of-interest-pt-1-pre-pelagianism/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In our last episode for the year, we wrap up discussing whether or not the statement "Christ is the law" is theologically appropriate or accurate. In part 2, we conclude the discussion on the Torah, Memra, Logos, and Wisdom and move into synthesis and discussion on Christ as our righteousness. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/12/08/christ-is-the-law-pt-2-christmas-special-ish/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this episode we begin discussing whether or not the statement "Christ is the law" is theologically appropriate or accurate. In part 1, we specifically look at the connections between the Torah, Memra, Logos, and Wisdom. Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/12/01/christ-is-the-law-pt-1-christmas-special-ish/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this week's episode we talk about Apollinarianism and William Lane Craig's proposal of Neo-Apollinarianism asking whether or not this proposal is a valid/orthodox proposal. We begin by briefly explaining the controversy of Apollinarianism, then move on to explaining WLC's position and examining it. Article mentioned in the episode: https://reformedarsenal.com/william-lane-craig-neo-apollinarianism-5/ Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/11/17/neo-apollinarianism-of-william-lane-craig-a-valid-orthodox-proposal/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

Today we talk about the doctrine known as the Perpetual Virginity of Mary. In part 2 we'll speak to three major arguments for and against the doctrine. Debate mentioned in the episode: Debate: Did Mary Have Other Children? (White vs Matatics) Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/11/10/the-perpetual-virginity-of-mary-pt-2-scriptural-argument-analysis/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

Today we talk about the doctrine known as the Perpetual Virginity of Mary. We discuss the Historical Theology around the doctrine in part 1 and in part 2 we'll speak to three major arguments for and against the doctrine. Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/11/03/the-perpetual-virginity-of-mary-pt-1-historical-survey/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

The information is all in the title my friends. Episode landing page and related resources: https://christisthecure.org/2022/10/27/reformation-day-special-on-indulgences/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

In this weeks episode, part 2 of 2, I defend the thesis that Christians were people of the Bible in accordance with their historical and cultural context. While recognizing that Christians most likely didn’t have access to their own physical copy of the complete Bible, Christians certainly had access to the contents of the scriptures and relied heavily upon them for faith, life, and practice while devoting themselves to the instructions of the book. In part 2 we discuss: Jewish Communities and the Book Christian Communities The Distribution of Manuscripts Early Christian Statements on Scripture Conclusion Episode landing page and related resources: https://christisthecure.org/2022/10/20/people-of-the-book-pt-2/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

In this weeks episode, part 1 of 2, I defend the thesis that Christians were people of the Bible in accordance with their historical and cultural context. While recognizing that Christians most likely didn’t have access to their own physical copy of the complete Bible, Christians certainly had access to the contents of the scriptures and relied heavily upon them for faith, life, and practice while devoting themselves to the instructions of the book. In part 1 we discuss: General Discussions on Literacy Reading Communities Book Culture Literacy Further Considered Episode landing page and related resources: https://christisthecure.org/2022/10/13/people-of-the-book-pt-1/ Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

Not the episode you're looking for. Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/10/06/easy-street/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

Today we have a stand-alone episode on the subject of False Prophets, Syncretism, New Age, and Divine Revelation. Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/09/22/false-prophets-syncretism-new-age-and-divine-revelation/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

This week we wrap up our three-part discussion on the Historical Existence of Jesus. In part three we discuss the charge that Jesus is just a copycat of myths such as Horus, Osiris, and Mithras. Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/09/15/the-historical-existence-of-jesus-pt-3-jesus-the-copycat-deity/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

This week we continue our three-part discussion on the Historical Existence of Jesus. In part two we discuss the Gospels, specifically the synoptic Gospels, as Historical Witnesses. Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/09/08/the-historical-existence-of-jesus-pt-2-the-gospels-as-historical-witnesses/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

This week we begin a three-part discussion on the Historical Existence of Jesus. In part one we introduce the topic and discuss Non-Christian sources. Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/09/01/the-historical-existence-of-jesus-pt-1-introduction-and-non-christian-sources/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

This week, the podcast comes back from a week off with a shorter episode discussing the often quoted, "Christianity is a relationship, not a religion" axiom. Enjoy! Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/08/25/why-i-love-jesus-but-also-love-his-religion/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

In part 3 on the Apocrypha, we wrap up discussing the works of the Apocrypha by summarizing each work and speaking to its influence (when applicable) on Jews, the New Testament writers, and post-New Testament Christians. In part 3 we discuss: The letter of Jeremiah Daniel Additions 1-4 Maccabees Esdras Prayer of Manasseh Psalm 151 Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/08/11/the-apocrypha-pt-3/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

In part 2 on the Apocrypha, we discuss the works of the Apocrypha by summarizing each work and speaking to its influence (when applicable) on Jews, the New Testament writers, and post-New Testament Christians. In part 2 we discuss: Tobit Judith Greek Esther Wisdom of Solomon Ecclesiasticus/Sirach Baruch Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/08/04/the-apocrypha-pt-2/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

In part 1 on the Apocrypha we discuss: Defining the Old Testament Apocrypha/Deuterocanon Broadly highlighting its contents The question of Inclusion in collections denotes canon Why the term “canon” can be problematic when considering the early data Historical examination of a stream canonical lists Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/07/28/the-apocrypha-pt-1/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

In this week's episode we discuss: Deification in Eastern theology Deification in Western theology (Lutheran & Reformed traditions) The Biblical Data An examination of the Word of Faith - little god theology Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/ Episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2022/07/21/deification-in-christian-thought-a-look-at-little-god-theology/ Music details: “Turn your Eyes,” Original words (V1) and music by Helen H. Lemmel. Add. words (V2-4) by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. Chorus by George Romanacce, Nathan Stiff, Nic Trout, and Kevin Winebarger. © 2019 Sovereign Grace Worship/ASCAP, Sovereign Grace Praise/BMI, Sovereign Grace Songs/SESAC (adm. by Integrity Music). Sovereign Grace Music, a division of Sovereign Grace Churches. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

Today we conclude the Through Nicaea series with a shorter wrap-up. I hope the series has been a blessing for you all, God bless you and I look forward to moving into season 3 of Christ is the Cure. Christ is the Cure is subscriber-supported, prayerfully consider supporting CITC today: https://www.patreon.com/christisthecure See the resources used on the launch page here: https://christisthecure.org/2022/06/30/through-nicaea-23-we-look-for-the-resurrection-of-the-dead/ Song Details: “This is Our God” Words and Music by Neil DeGraide, Doug Plank, Dave Fournier, Zach Jones, and George Romanaccee. © 2015 Sovereign Grace Praise (BMI). All rights reserved. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

This week we wrap up through Nicaea with a double feature. Today we will work through two clauses on the church and baptism and Thursday we'll conclude the series with our final line of the creed. Christ is the Cure is subscriber-supported, prayerfully consider supporting CITC today: https://www.patreon.com/christisthecure See the resources used on the launch page here: https://christisthecure.org/2022/06/28/through-nicaea-22-one-body-one-baptism/ Song Details: “This is Our God” Words and Music by Neil DeGraide, Doug Plank, Dave Fournier, Zach Jones, and George Romanaccee. © 2015 Sovereign Grace Praise (BMI). All rights reserved. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

This week we continue through Nicaea and continue our discussion on the Holy Spirit with a bit of time spent discussing the post-381 controversy surrounding the Filioque clause! Christ is the Cure is subscriber-supported, prayerfully consider supporting CITC today: https://www.patreon.com/christisthecure See the resources used on the launch page here: https://christisthecure.org/2022/06/23/through-nicaea-21-who-proceeds-who-is-worshipped/ Song Details: “This is Our God” Words and Music by Neil DeGraide, Doug Plank, Dave Fournier, Zach Jones, and George Romanaccee. © 2015 Sovereign Grace Praise (BMI). All rights reserved. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

This week we continue through Nicaea and begin our discussion on the Holy Spirit! Christ is the Cure is subscriber-supported, prayerfully consider supporting CITC today: https://www.patreon.com/christisthecure See the resources used on the launch page here: https://christisthecure.org/2022/06/16/through-nicaea-20-we-believe-in-the-holy-spirit-the-giver-of-life/ Song Details: “This is Our God” Words and Music by Neil DeGraide, Doug Plank, Dave Fournier, Zach Jones, and George Romanaccee. © 2015 Sovereign Grace Praise (BMI). All rights reserved. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

This week we continue through Nicaea and wrap up the section on Jesus Christ. In this episode, I mentioned I would need a week or so to prep the next section, but we should be carrying on like normal next week! Christ is the Cure is subscriber-supported, prayerfully consider supporting CITC today: https://www.patreon.com/christisthecure See the resources used on the launch page here: https://christisthecure.org/2022/06/09/through-nicaea-19-he-ascended-he-will-come-again/ Song Details: “This is Our God” Words and Music by Neil DeGraide, Doug Plank, Dave Fournier, Zach Jones, and George Romanaccee. © 2015 Sovereign Grace Praise (BMI). All rights reserved. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org

This week we continue through Nicaea and we particularly zoom in on Mark 15 in our discussion of the cross of Christ, and the expectant victory even in Christ's suffering. Christ is the Cure is subscriber-supported, prayerfully consider supporting CITC today: https://www.patreon.com/christisthecure See the resources used on the launch page here: https://christisthecure.org/2022/06/02/through-nicaea-18-crucified-buried-and-rose-again/ Song Details: “This is Our God” Words and Music by Neil DeGraide, Doug Plank, Dave Fournier, Zach Jones, and George Romanaccee. © 2015 Sovereign Grace Praise (BMI). All rights reserved. Used by permission. www.SovereignGraceMusic.org