Join us on Reformed Reference, where the wisdom of the great Reformed theologians echoes through the ages. Each episode is dedicated to quoting and reflecting on the writings of dead, but influential Reformed thinkers-those whose work has shaped the church in the world. From Calvin to Warfield, and from Martin Luther to J Gresham Machen, their profound insights will be brought into modern conversations applying their theology to contemporary issues and struggles.
Every episode includes carefully selected, quotes, theological reflections, and practical applications of these teachings.
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18 Jun 2026
Season 2 Episode 4 The Trinity
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31 May 2026
Polemics
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25 May 2026
Theology is exact!
Is dogmatic theology more exact than physical science?
20 May 2026
Dogmatic theology: What is it?
What does the term "dogma" mean?
10 May 2026
Is science neutral?
Is science "neutral?" Does it require prior presuppositions?
4 May 2026
Is Education Neutral?
Join Dr. Scarlett Clay in this episode as we examine this quote from Dr. Greg Bahnsen. "The Bible tells us it is impossible for there to be a neutral education. Neutrality in general is impossible and then also specifically because of the demands of education." 28:50 Markhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFnl1oGn4MkDr. Clay has a website at https://bluepurpleandscarlett.com/
26 Apr 2026
Is True Knowledge Possible?
What is knowledge, and is true knowledge possible?
19 Apr 2026
Always buy the coffee
How should Christians engage with unbelievers? Don't budge on truth but always buy the coffee.
12 Apr 2026
Autonomous Government Reason and Natural Law
Is government without God a rebellion? Can man consistently govern himself with Natural Law? Join Pastor Bret and John for an enlightening conversation.
Sources
"Allmodern conceptions of government that rest upon natural law, a social compact,or the consent of the governed are manifestations of secular and autonomousreason and man's rebellion against God". Theonomy in Cristian Ethics
Crenshaw,Ben R. “New Covenant Fulfillment and the End of the Law: A Critique ofTheonomic Hermeneutics and Political Ethics - the London Lyceum.” The LondonLyceum - Analytic, Baptist, & Confessional Theology, July 13, 2024.https://thelondonlyceum.com/new-covenant-fulfillment-and-the-end-of-the-law-a-critique-of-theonomic-hermeneutics-and-political-ethics/.
"Allmodern conceptions of government that rest upon natural law, a social compact,or the consent of the governed are manifestations of secular and autonomousreason and man's rebellion against God". Theonomy in Cristian Ethics
Crenshaw,Ben R. “New Covenant Fulfillment and the End of the Law: A Critique ofTheonomic Hermeneutics and Political Ethics - the London Lyceum.” The LondonLyceum - Analytic, Baptist, & Confessional Theology, July 13, 2024.https://thelondonlyceum.com/new-covenant-fulfillment-and-the-end-of-the-law-a-critique-of-theonomic-hermeneutics-and-political-ethics/.
5 Apr 2026
Unavoidable presuppositions
What are presuppositions? Does everyone have them? Join Mike G from the Closet Calvinist Podcast to find out.
29 Mar 2026
Science & Faith
Are science and faith compatible? What is science? What is scientism? Tune in to find out.
22 Mar 2026
The Unbeliever's Dilemma
What dilemma do unbelievers face when presented with Christianity?
15 Mar 2026
Human Reason
What is the relationship between human reason and divine revelation? Find out in this episode.
8 Mar 2026
Only Christianity
Christianity gives the ONLY basis of coherence in reality. If not, what view would you suggest?
1 Mar 2026
Logical Consistency
Greg Bahnsen underscores a centralconviction of presuppositional apologetics: unbelief cannot remainintellectually neutral or selectively consistent. Every worldview rests onfoundational assumptions, and when those assumptions are followed to theirlogical end, they inevitably reveal internal tensions or outrightcontradictions apart from the Christian worldview.
23 Feb 2026
Head on collision Greg Bahnsen
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Reformed Reference, we dive into a powerful quote from Greg Bahnsen, exploring his perspective on engaging the natural man in apologetics. Bahnsen challenges the reformed apologist to confront the natural man’s worldview—not by avoiding conflict, but by seeking a "head-on collision" with his systems of thought. This clash, Bahnsen argues, is essential for exposing the suppressed sense of deity in the natural man, opening the door to a deeper understanding of God’s truth.
Key Topics Covered:
The natural man's interpretation of reality and his suppression of the sense of deity
The importance of engaging the natural man's worldview head-on
Why a confrontation with secular systems of thought is essential for effective apologetics
Bahnsen’s call for reformed apologists to go beyond mere agreement and engage deeply with opposing worldviews
Featured Quote:
"Disagreeing with the natural man’s interpretation of himself as the ultimate reference point, the reformed apologist must seek his point of contact with the natural man, and that which is beneath the threshold of his working consciousness, and the sense of deity which he seeks to suppress. And to do this, the reformed apologist must also seek a point of contact with the systems constructed by the natural man. But this point of contact must be in the nature of a head-on collision."
Resources:
Greg Bahnsen's Always Ready: Directions for Defending the Faith
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