Three Guys Theologizing (3GT)

The following episode is sponsored by Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary. With the prosecuting parishioner away on trial, the pastor and professor handle this latest episode of 3GT. Given the significance of an event in the life of the seminary, Pastor Borg interviews President York regarding it. In November 1923, the Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian …

Of all the episodes that the prosecuting attorney would miss, it should not have been this one! Yet so it was, as the parishioner was on spring break when the pastor and professor were finally able to record again. For the topic they chose to discuss was that of God and His justice. In the …

On this episode, the guys take up a topic submitted by a listener. However, before they do, the listener asks Kyle a question regarding BeReal. He acts as if this French app is better than Snapchat, Instagram, or Facebook, but his explanation will leave you dubious. They then get down to the true question at …

After conferring upon Barry another title and hearing what a good time he and Scott had together over the weekend, Kyle brings up another topic that shows the 3GTers are about all things Presbyterian. For they discuss the process of a man becoming a pastor through the presbytery.  They explain what it means for a …

For a funny reason, the guys get introduced as characters from Back to the Future such as Biff and Marty McFly, which is about the only theme that ties this episode together. For the guys take a break from their normal singular focus and discuss a variety of seemingly unrelated topics on this installation of …

After establishing Kyle‘s proper location and noting that Scott is wearing a pink sweater, the guys get down to the task at hand. What does it mean for elders to shepherd the flock of God? As Elder Hunt is about to head into a session meeting, the 3GTers start there. What is the session and …

In this episode, Kyle, Barry, and the other guy bring a special guest to help them with a controversial topic. Pastor Colin Samul joins the pastor, o the professor, and the other guy discuss his review of the book The Case for Christian Nationalism by Stephen Wolfe. They begin the episode by having Colin define …

As the boys open up another episode of 3GT, they go about their common bantering to begin. But then they settle in to discussing the topic at hand, which is “What is the difference between elements and circumstances of worship? And why is it important?” They begin by defining what are the necessary elements, or …

Though down a professor, the parishioner and pastor bring on another one far more renowned. For Dr. Rosaria Butterfield, author of Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age, comes onto 3GT to discuss her new book. Well, at least she does once someone else’s book gets out of the way! After introducing herself and reminding listeners …

After a lengthy, way-too-long introduction that involves the likes of Michael Bolton, Scott finally reigns it in and gets to the subject at hand. A listener wants to know how to treat the subject of masculinity in today’s culture. The guys begin by addressing the strong-handed approach to the subject from men as diverse as …

It’s not often that the 3GTers have repeat guests on the show. But some people have such a story one episode hardly does it justice. Such is the case regarding the story of Naghmeh Panahi. A few years ago, Naghmeh was on 3GT to share her incredible story that can be heard here. She recounted …

Many listeners know that on February 27, 2022, Barry’s son-in-law, Tommy Mangan, was shot through the throat in the line of duty as a police officer in Indianapolis. (To learn and hear more about this story, see Abiding in the Almighty’s Shadow, Continuing to Abide in the Almighty’s Shadow, Shattered, and Tommy’s CaringBridge site.) On …

Well, it finally happened. Only one guy showed up to record an episode. Of the three, which one is most likely to be able to monologue for an entire episode? Yep, you guessed it. On this episode of Three Guys Theologizing, or should we say One Guy Monologuing, Kyle takes the microphone and never relinquishes …

Want a podcast introduction that basically contradicts the theme of the episode? Leave it to the 3GTers! After the guys joke around like teenagers for a while, they get down to the task at hand which is discussing the need for maturity in the Christian life. The guys establish the truth from Scriptures that the …

Pennsylvania civil magistrates may not be the best place to look for clothing decisions, with some men dressing as women and others, well, hardly dressing at all. But Kyle, knowing these are Barry’s legislators, wants to go there. After discussing the latest kerfuffle on Capital Hill caused by a Pennsylvania senator, the guys discuss dressing …

The boys banter about the change in weather, going to kid’s fall sporting events, and Scott wearing a cardigan. Then they get down to the subject at hand. They discuss what is known as pneumatology, or the person and work of the Holy Spirit. They begin pointing out how misunderstandings of the Trinity create false …

The old joke goes that many church folks have roast preacher for Sunday dinner, as they go home after the service and criticize the sermon. As the parishioner had recently read a list of ten criticisms a famous preacher had received, he wondered if his less-than-famous preacher friends had received any of them. So he …

After a summer hiatus, the guys are back! After catching up a bit, they turn their attention to the important topic of preparing to come to the Lord’s Table. In the words of institution the Apostle Paul gave the church at Corinth, he told them they were to “examine themselves” so as not to come …

As the three amigos / three musketeers / three stooges (You choose one!) are back together again, they respond to a question from a regular listener. What are Christians who have earthly riches to do? So they have a discussion regarding wealth. They seek to define it and note how wealth is often defined in …

Often discussions about church and state are of the big picture variety. Theological debates about Christ’s rule over the nations. Arguments over the boundaries of ecclesiastical and governmental authority. Opinions about supporting and voting for candidates in federal elections. But what about some practical ways a local church can be involved in its local government? …

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The guys open up this episode reflecting on the recent passing of some prominent pastors, such as Gordon Keddie, Tim Keller, and Harry Reeder. These ministers were not only pastors but theologians and authors whose ministries impacted many. With Scott away, the pastor and professor use these notable deaths to discuss On the Character of …

Pink-Floyd protested, with deliberate grammatical incongruity, against bad school systems. As they said, we don’t need just another brick in the wall. But what should the education of our children look like? One listener asked, and the 3GT Team responded! They begin this episode by discussing the purpose of education. Reasons related to anthropology, God’s …

Thankfully, all three guys are back behind their mics for this episode! After catching up with one another, they jump right into the topic of the day. The transgender movement. What are Christians to do? They share statistics that show among this current generation an alarming rate of increase in young people who identify as …

Finally, the guys are back in the recording studio! Well, at least two of them are. After their usual banter, they get down to the task at hand as they discuss the necessity of church membership. Where does the Bible warrant membership in the local church? The guys point out numerous scriptures that indicate this …

While the parishioner is away on vacation, the guys were still able to keep the 3 in 3GT! For they welcome pastor and author, Dr. Nathan Eshelman, as they review his new book I Have a Confession. After hearing of Nathan’s journey into Presbyterianism, the guys discuss the place of a confession of faith in …

With all the guys in the studio again, they are putting the 3 back into 3GT! With the increasing hostility in the culture against Christ and the church, they discuss the subject of enemies and how to deal with them on this episode. The guys first look at some basic texts on treating rightly our …

Well, the boys are back together again! With all three of them on their mics, they jest about the worst episode ever, their Argentinian listeners (or lack thereof), and Barry’s ability (?) to sing 70’s pop songs. But eventually they get down to business. For in this episode they discuss how Presbyterianism helps in the …

Well, the last time it was only Kyle and Scott recording, one listener said on social media that it was the “worst episode ever.”  So, with these two again back at their mics, they decide to treat a topic guaranteed to get better ratings. Church budgets! As congregations hold their annual meetings this time of year, …

With Kyle away on an United Nations–like trip, it’s up to Barry and Scott to hold down the home fort. So after hearing about Scott’s journey in becoming a lawyer and why he enjoys practicing law, the guys turn to a discussion of Christian misunderstandings of the Law of God. They do so by looking …

In this episode of Three Guys Theologizing, they decide to mix the unmixable. For they have a lively discussion about religion and politics. More specifically, about how politics should be treated from the pulpit. After repeating Timothy’s charge to Timothy not to engage in endless controversies and speculations, the pastor tosses out a number of …

On this episode of 3GT,the parishioner and the prof conduct a book review. They are joined by none other then Kyle Borg, author of a new book entitled What is Love? That’s right – they are interviewing 3GT‘s own resident loveologist! They begin by having Kyle explain, as president of the Education and Publication Board …

All three guys are together again so this episode starts off a bit rambunctious. The parishioner (or is it placeholder?) is teased for wearing a cardigan while exercising. The pastor is dubbed the “loveologist.” But then they settle down and get to business. For they address the subject of passing the Christian faith down to …

Though the prof was kept away from recording by a snowstorm, this episode brings rejoicing for the wandering parishioner has returned! Yes, Kyle is joined by Scott in this episode. Together at last, they bring in a “ghost guest” in the form of Carl Trueman as they take a quote of his about the Roman …

Barry and Kyle are still searching for Scott, who is wandering somewhere out there in the political landscape. If they cannot find him, they may have to start having tryouts for a new parishioner. But in the meantime, they still put the 3 in 3GT as they are joined by RPTS Professor of Old Testament …

Scott is absent once again. 3GT slipped a spot in its Argentina ratings since the last episode. But all is not lost, for the guys are joined by Dr. Matthew Everhard as he discusses his new book Souls: How Jesus Saves Sinners. Matthew explains his desire in writing this book was to deepen gospel understanding. …

Scott is away, undoubtedly hot on the trail of criminals as the newly elected prosecutor. But Kyle is firmly back in his seat as a tripod-caster (or is that tri-podcaster?). And Barry is eager to record, having recently discovered that 3GT is on the Top 100 list of a South American country. So with a …

Yes, you can read that title more than one way! But the way it is meant is that pastors have a variety of gifts and abilities they bring to the ministry. That was the intended theme of this episode of 3GT. But wow, how things go off the rails right from the start! Granddad jokes. …

As this very episode demonstrates with Scott away, it can be difficult to get parishioners to gather in small groups during the week. So armed with a question from a listener, Kyle and Barry discuss what the other six days beyond the Lord’s Day should look like for a congregation. Each of them share the …

On this episode of Three Guys Theologizing, blogger and author Tim Challies joins the guys to discuss his newest book. Yet this is no ordinary book review. For in his book Seasons of Sorrow, Tim chronicles and shares reflections after the sudden death of his son, Nick. A beautifully written book, Seasons of Sorrow follows …

After talking about Scott getting his picture with babies and encouraging Kyle to read his own T-shirt, the 3GTers get down to business. Ligonier ministries just came out with their 2022 State of Theology Report on the evangelical church, and the news is not good. For church folk sure do believe strange doctrines. They think …

Picking apples always seems to get guys in trouble. At least, that’s the message Kyle and Scott deliver to Barry. Late to record once again, like Adam Barry appears to blame his wife and their time in an apple orchard for his tardiness. Then the truth comes out that he wasted time picking the wrong …

Scott starts this episode with gusto and even receives a compliment from Kyle. But as he continues on, the normal order is quickly restored as Kyle gets his digs in. For this week’s 3GT offering is on the church’s use of social media , and Scott needs a little help. He asks for the different …

No, it’s supposed to be a C not a T. For the guys on 3GT are talking about PCSD – Post-Covid Stress Disorder. For like the aftershocks of an earthquake, the aftermath of Covid has impacted the church. Fractures have developed. Sheep have strayed. People are hesitant. So how does the church respond? The guys …

With the prof away, the boys play! For the pastor and parishioner throw out some big words and then get down to business. Irenical Animadversions is a book written by the Dutch theologian Herrman Witsius. Addressing a historical theological controversy regarding God’s law, the title means “conciliatory or peaceful critiques.” The book is Witsius’ teaching …

With the guys “Kyle-less” once again, the parishioner and professor tackle a subject the solo pastor may not have wanted to discuss. What about congregations having more than one pastor? For Scott’s congregation is headed that way, and he decides to have a conversation with Barry about it. For starters, they identify the principles of …

One of 3GT’s favorite guests is back! Gordon Keddie joins the guys as he discusses the new release of William McEwen’s The Glory and Fullness of Jesus Christ: In the Most Remarkable Types, Figures, and Allegories of the Old Testament. Gordon begins by recounting the life – sadly shortened by illness – of this young …

This episode begins with some typical shenanigans. Kyle has to explain that the “Super Spreader” shirt he is wearing is not advertisement for a fertilizing company, but punishment for bringing Covid home to his family from Synod. Scott brings up quotes from a movie he and Kyle watched from their youth, while Barry is again …

With all three guys finally back in the saddle, they decide to tackle an issue the whole country is discussing. They theologize over the momentous news of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. They first rejoice over how the Lord used unlikely providence to bring this event to pass. They then explain …

With Scott back out on the campaign trail kissing babies, Barry and Kyle turn to letters sent to 3GT for this episode’s topic. As such, their tone turns more serious. For a faithful listener wants to know how to counsel her friend who has been through divorce. To establish a proper understanding of this subject, …