Three Guys Theologizing (3GT)

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, …

With their tumultuous schedules finally colliding together, all three guys are back for this episode! After congratulating Scott again for his election victory, the 3GTers get to the subject at hand as they address preaching duty. By this topic, they do not speak of the duty of preaching. Rather, they discuss the importance in preaching …

With the old guy away, the boys decide to play! Yes, Kyle and Scott turn this episode of 3GT into 2BT – Two Boys Theologizing! – as they discuss the process for examining officers for the church. They first discuss Scott’s stirring victory in the prosecuting attorney’s race he recently won. Just as candidates for …

The boys are back! Yes, all of them! After a long hiatus, the pastor is welcomed back by the parishioner and professor on 3GT once again. After their usual banter and seeing the newest tattoo Kyle is sporting, the guys get down to the task at hand. For a listener is seeking counsel, and the …

They’re back! Well, at least two of them are. As this episode explains, each of the three guys have had unusually difficult schedules that have made recording impossible until now. Kyle has had hours devoted to a difficult church matter. Scott is working hard on the campaign trail. And, as he shares on this episode, …

The professor is recording from the Rare Books Room of RPTS where breathing in the rarified air makes him ready to tackle almost any subject. The parishioner is hot on the campaign trail as a tough prosecutor and so he is ready to rumble as well. But they get more than they bargained for with …

Still limping along in biunial fashion, the parishioner and professor decide to talk about the Trinity. Especially, they meditate on a verse describing the Triune God’s work of caring for the church. “Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with …

Not often the home of daily political news, 3GT was given the inside scoop on an exciting development. Our very own Scott J. Hunt is running for Prosecutor for Grant County in Indiana! Having just filed to begin his campaign, Barry is given an exclusive interview with the new candidate. Scott shares what is involved …

With Kyle away, the 3GT minus 1 crew decides to go a bit more tender this episode. For they address the simple yet profound topic of Christian love. In this polarized age that is affecting (infecting?) the church, the guys turn to the Lord’s three-fold command to His disciples to love found in John 13:34-35. …

As staid Presbyterian men, using their bodies in worship it’s not something Scott and Barry think about all that much. But a recent inquiry from a parishioner get them to thinking! For as Paul told the church at Rome “to present their bodies as a living sacrifice,” the guys discuss what he meant by this …

We do it all the time. Listen to sermons, that is. Yet are we listening as we ought? Most preachers behind the pulpit spend a great deal of time preparing to deliver their messages. But what about the other side of the pulpit? How should a congregation listen to those messages? Starting with James’ admonition …

After a holiday hiatus, the boys are back! Well, at least two of them are, as Kyle’s extended hiatus continues. After new year’s greetings, the guys decide to reflect on 2021 with the help of Christianity Today’s Top 20 Stories for the past year. They quickly note these stories were the most popular on CT, …

Do you have a favorite trilogy? George Lucas’ Star Wars? J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings? Perhaps even Ali v. Frazier? Well, on this episode of 3GT we have another legendary trilogy for you. For Dr. Rick Gamble has completed the third volume of The Whole Counsel of God! Rick joins Scott and Barry to …

Though still 3GT-1, Barry and Scott strike up a conversation about church planting. In particular, they discuss the different approaches that can be taken. They begin by sharing their own experiences in church planting, both together as well as individually. From there, the professor quizzes the parishioner on the various models that can be utilized …

With so much heated rhetoric, it’s difficult to have a decent conversation these days. Everyone is shouting and no one is listening. No one seems to know how to disagree peaceably anymore. And with families and friends gathering for Thanksgiving this week, help is needed in having civil discourse instead of civil war! So the …

With the pastor still absent, the parishioner and professor bring on another preacher to fill in. For Lee Hutchings, pastor of Trinity Presbyterian Church in North Canton, Ohio, joins the boys to discuss matters in his denomination of the Presbyterian Church in America. Primarily, they discuss the prime numbers of 23 and 37. For two …

Without Kyle around to stir up trouble, Barry and Scott decide to get into some trouble of their own. For on this episode they discuss wives and mothers staying at home. They begin by talking about how controversial this topic can be and why that is so. Next, the guys explain what they are not …

The parishioner and the professor decide to take a virtual walk down the driveway to the mailbox and see what it contains. They read excerpts and respond to questions and issues 3GT listeners have sent in. What types of issues? One newer listener wants to know how someone can listen to older episodes of the …

Once again the parishioner and professor invite another pastor on for tryouts (just kidding, Kyle). For Dr. Matthew Everhard, Senior Pastor of Gospel Fellowship Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Valencia, PA, joins the boys to discuss his new book Holy Living: Jonathan Edwards’s Seventy Resolutions for Living the Christian Life. Matthew introduces the listeners to Jonathan …