Have you ever wished that someone would explain theology in a way that doesn't require a degree or a dictionary? Maybe you've listened to a sermon and it seemed like the pastor was speaking another language. Or perhaps you've thought that the notes in your study Bible could use a commentary of their own. From imputation to justification, theophany to theodicy, keeping all these concepts straight can be a challenge for any believer. This is a short podcast about long words. Every week, Barry Cooper sheds light on a different biblical or theological term, using helpful illustrations to apply it to your life. Listen to this week's episode to expand your understanding and deepen your faith, one word at a time.

Simply Put
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Have you ever wished that someone would explain theology in a way that doesn't require a degree or a dictionary? Maybe you've listened to a sermon and it seemed like the pastor was speaking another language. Or perhaps you've thought that the notes in your study Bible could use a commentary of their own. From imputation to justification, theophany to theodicy, keeping all these concepts straight can be a challenge for any believer. This is a short podcast about long words. Every week, Barry Cooper sheds light on a different biblical or theological term, using helpful illustrations to apply it to your life. Listen to this week's episode to expand your understanding and deepen your faith, one word at a time.
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Recent Episodes

August 25, 2026
Universalism and Hell
Barry Cooper explores Jesus' teachings on eternal life, contrasting them with the idea of universalism and an unpopulated hell in this interview.

August 18, 2026
Preterism
Barry Cooper explores the concept of preterism, examining how biblical end-times prophecies might have already been fulfilled.

August 11, 2026
Adonai
Barry Cooper explores the profound meaning of "Adonai," the most exalted title for God in the Old Testament, revealing His absolute sovereignty.
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Universalism and Hell
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[…] Regardless of whether you're Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic or Protestant Evangelical, all agree that Universalism is outside the bounds of Orthodox Christian teaching. But despite that fact, it's been around a long time. Back in 1647, John Owen wrote an exhaustive book called the death of death in the death of Christ, to refute the idea of universal redemption. And even further back, in 553, at the Second Council of Constantinople, the Church denounced as heretical the belief that all beings, even Satan himself, would eventually be saved. This is because, scripturally speaking, universalism is a non-starter. […]
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