Best Calvin Fuller Podcasts (2025)

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Do Christians Have to Believe in the Virgin Birth? 11:29

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Do Christians have to believe in the virgin birth? In this video, I give three reasons, drawing on Scripture and church history, why the virgin birth is not optional but essential to historic Christianity. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Semi…

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Are Protestant Churches Valid? Examining Apostolic Succession 32:03

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Gavin Ortlund examines whether Protestant churches—and their Eucharist—are truly valid by critically assessing apostolic succession through biblical, historical, and theological lenses. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President o…

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Should We Pray to the Holy Spirit? 10:55

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Gavin Ortlund shows why praying to the Holy Spirit is not only theologically sound but crucial for living with the Spirit’s guidance, intimacy, and strength. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Pro…

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Is Annihilationism Heresy? (The Internet Is Shaping Us) 14:46

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Gavin Ortlund uses the conversation around Kirk Cameron’s views on annihilationism to reflect on how Christians can cultivate healthier, more charitable disagreement online. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unit…

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Calvinism: What Everyone Misses 15:12

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Gavin Ortlund explores a popular misunderstanding about Calvinism and why a clearer grasp of “dual causation” can help us disagree with far more patience and charity. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Vis…

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What Jesus Prays For Now (Most Christians Miss This) 49:32

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Gavin Ortlund reveals what most Christians overlook about Jesus’s present ministry, and why His intercession changes everything.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology …

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Jon Stewart Just Challenged Believers (The Problem of Evil) 16:15

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Gavin Ortlund responds to Jon Stewart’s reflections on belief and explores why the problem of evil raises even harder questions for atheism than for theism. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Prof…

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Why Protestant Is More Catholic 22:38

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Gavin Ortlund examines recent ecumenical developments and argues for a broader, more biblically grounded understanding of catholicity. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Th…

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The Night Tolkien Convinced C.S. Lewis of Christ (The Power of Myth) 21:26

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Gavin Ortlund explores the famous 1931 conversation between Lewis, Tolkien, and Dyson to explore how myth and storytelling might point to the truth of Christianity. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visit…

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Is Scripture the Only Infallible Rule? (Dr. Jordan Cooper & Dr. Michael Horton) 40:19

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Gavin Ortlund, Dr. Jordan Cooper, and Dr. Michael Horton discuss Sola Scriptura, Protestant vs. Catholic views of tradition, and the need for reformation in the Roman Catholic church. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of …

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Is Isaiah 53 About Jesus? 11:37

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Gavin Ortlund explores why a closer look at Isaiah 53 shows the “suffering servant” is more than corporate Israel, pointing instead to an individual whose mission, innocence, and sacrificial death align strikingly with Jesus. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Ful…

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A Christian View of Stars (This Will Surprise You) 27:26

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Gavin Ortlund explores the ancient Christian idea that stars are bound up with the angelic realm, showing how Scripture, church history, and the imaginations of Lewis and Tolkien reveal a far more enchanted universe than we usually perceive. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin O…

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Pascal’s Wager Is the Answer You’re Looking For 26:33

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Gavin Ortlund explains why Blaise Pascal’s wager still matters today, and why even a little openness to God might be the most important decision you ever make. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting P…

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It's Time To Speak Up 15:52

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Gavin Ortlund urges Christians to speak up against the normalization of evil and moral confusion in our culture, while staying grounded in courage, wisdom, and gospel hope.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites…

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The Best Scene In Narnia 9:34

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Gavin Ortlund shares his favorite moment from The Chronicles of Narnia, a scene that shows how even when life feels dark and confusing, Jesus is guiding our every step, just as Aslan guided Shasta. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is…

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Can This Prove Christianity? (Fulfilled Prophecy) 30:48

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Gavin Ortlund explores whether biblical prophecies offer real evidence for the truth of Christianity, examining examples from Nahum, Isaiah 53, Daniel 9, and more. Check out my other video on fulfilled prophecy: https://youtu.be/NKzUtFiIQwA?si=GLbx_lWe_fhFUpk5Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theologi…

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When Did the Papacy Begin? (Response to Joe Heschmeyer) 19:31

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Gavin Ortlund responds to Joe Heschmeyer’s accusation that he altered the Didache, explaining why his interpretation reflects the overwhelming scholarly consensus. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiti…

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Francis Chan Opens Up About the Eucharist 1:55:51

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Gavin Ortlund and Francis Chan discuss the Eucharist, Protestantism, and God's unconditional love. Francis's new book: https://a.co/d/7dStDVm Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Histor…

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The Papacy Is Not From God 45:54

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Gavin Ortlund offers his summative argument against the papacy, arguing that it is a human development, not a divine institution. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theolog…

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Before Dunking on Keller … Consider This 17:39

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Gavin Ortlund responds to critics of the third waysim and explains why this approach still matters for faithful Christian engagement today. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historic…

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Atheist-Christian Dialogue: The Meaning of Life (Mindshift & Gavin Ortlund) 1:14:08

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Gavin Ortlund and Brandon from Mindshift discuss existentialism, objective morality, love, and the meaning of life. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix S…

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You Should WANT Christianity To Be True 18:24

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Gavin Ortlund shows why the claim that Jesus rose from the dead is not only true, but the best possible news you could ever hear. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theolog…

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Are Catholic Rituals Man-Made? 24:32

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Gavin Ortlund responds to Ben Shapiro’s surprising comments on Protestantism and explains why the issue isn’t rituals themselves, but treating man-made ones as divinely required. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth…

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The Early Church on Genesis 1: A Forgotten Debate 59:38

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Gavin Ortlund explores how the Church Fathers interpreted the days of creation in Genesis 1, revealing both diversity and depth in early Christian thought. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Profe…

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The State of Protestant Apologetics 13:54

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Gavin Ortlund offers three big picture reflections on the current health of Protestant apologetics in light of Cleave to Antiquity's recent conversion to Eastern Orthodoxy. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unite…

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What Now? 14:24

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Gavin Ortlund shares five strategies for how Christians can respond to fear, anger, and cultural turmoil with the hope and light of the gospel. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Hist…

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Can Protestants and Orthodox Agree? (Fr. Josiah Trenham & Gavin Ortlund) 47:48

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Gavin Ortlund and Fr. Josiah Trenham discuss culture, Christian collaboration, and their upcoming conference, Marriage: Bedrock of Civilization. Get your tickets here! - https://www.themarriageconference.com/ Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological S…

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If You Need Hope... 7:32

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Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org…

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Why Joe Rogan Is "Sticking With Jesus" 15:24

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Gavin Ortlund looks at Joe Rogan’s comment about "Sticking with Jesus" and shows how the Big Bang, fine-tuning, and science itself point beyond naturalism. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Profe…

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How To Find the One True Church™ (You Need Faith) 29:34

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Gavin Ortlund discusses the invisibility of the church, how Christians have understood the church throughout history, and what it looks like to see the church through the eyes of faith. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President o…

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Did Jesus Descend Into Hell? 8:34

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Gavin Ortlund explores what it means that Jesus ‘descended to hell,’ looking at the creeds, church history, Scripture, and the hope this gives us in facing death. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visitin…

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Should Christians Use Profanity? (Gavin Ortlund & Joe Rigney) 1:01:13

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Gavin Ortlund and Joe Rigney discuss whether Christians should use profanity. To dig deeper into these issues, see the prior correspondence between Denny Burk and Doug Wilson: https://www.dennyburk.com/the-serrate... https://dougwils.com/books-and-cultur... Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theologica…

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Craig and Ortlund Clash on the Eucharist (Respectful Dialogue) 1:01:33

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Gavin Ortlund and William Lane Craig discuss their differing views of the eucharist. Previous Dialogues with William Lane Craig: William Lane Craig Defends His View on the Historical Adam: ⁠ • William Lane Craig Defends His View on the... ⁠ William Lane Craig Discusses the Atonement:⁠ • William Lane Craig Discusses the Atonement ⁠ Truth Unites (⁠ht…

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The Athanasian Creed: Christianity’s Most Controversial Statement of Faith 45:00

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Gavin Ortlund explains the Athanasian Creed, tracing its history, theology, and lasting importance for how Christians understand their faith. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Histor…

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The Most Miserable Sin 43:36

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Gavin Ortlund explains how envy steals happiness, but God restores happiness. This Sermon was preached at Reality LA on August 10th, 2025. Check out Reality LA here: https://realityla.com/ Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is Presiden…

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The ULTIMATE Case for Sola Scriptura 38:31

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Gavin Ortlund makes a case for Sola Scriptura by exploring what Scripture is, how it functions, and why no other authority can rival it. Videos Mentioned: "Obey Tradition!" is LITERALLY IN THE BIBLE! -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29QF5bFT4LE&ab_channel=GavinOrtlund Ecclesial Infallibility Has No Foundation! (My Response to Joshua Charles) - http…

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Should Pastors Use Profanity? 21:35

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In this video, Gavin Ortlund addresses the growing normalization of profanity and ungodly speech among Christians, urging them to follow the Bible’s call to speak with humility, grace, and integrity. Substack article: https://kaeleytrillerharms.substack.com/p/doug-wilsonjust-the-facts-maam?r=gu9cl&utm_medium=ios&fbclid=IwY2xjawMIU_RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQA…

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A Knockout Blow to Penal Substitution? Engaging John Mark Comer on the Atonement 23:11

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In this video, Gavin Ortlund responds to recent comments by John Mark Comer suggesting that a new book may be the “final knockout blow” to penal substitutionary atonement (PSA). Gavin offers five reasons why PSA remains a vital part of Christian theology. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological …

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Why I Reject Infant Baptism (This Convinced Me) 39:20

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Gavin Ortlund explores whether the parallel between circumcision and baptism is overextended in Reformed theology. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Se…

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Atheism is Devastating and Unlivable 32:23

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Gavin Ortlund addresses some of the practical challenges involved in embracing atheism, particularly concerning questions of meaning and death. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Hist…

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Christ's Ascension is Stranger Than You Think 11:12

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Gavin Ortlund discusses the theological significance of Christ's ascension, drawing from the theology of Thomas Torrance. Patrick Schreiner's book: https://www.amazon.com/Ascension-Christ-Recovering-Neglected-Snapshots/dp/1683593979Gavin's article referenced: https://etsjets.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/files_JETS-PDFs_54_54-4_JETS_54-4_749-766_O…

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These A.I. Videos Raise a Theology Question 17:17

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Gavin Ortlund discusses whether it is acceptable to depict Christ visually, looking at new A.I. videos of Christ as one recent example.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Th…

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5 Years On YouTube: Looking Back and What's Next 26:30

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Gavin Ortlund shares how Truth Unites began, how he is currently doing, and what is next for the channel. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, a…

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How to Read the Bible (A Plan That Works) 31:32

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Gavin Ortlund gives tips for reading the Bible, particularly with a view to daily devotional reading of Scripture. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Se…

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How Did Infant Baptism Begin? A Story of Five Centuries of Church History 58:48

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Gavin Ortlund describes how infant baptism may have arisen in the early church from a credobapist perspective.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminar…

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How Rebuttals Go Wrong: Joe Heschmeyer and the Canon Debate 18:33

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Gavin Ortlund responds to Joe Heschmeyer about Protestant and Roman Catholic views of the biblical canon.Joe's video: https://youtu.be/xdaWAX8FsOs?si=RcJj3p551RCys0krOur original video: https://youtu.be/hwfq4r4yi6M?si=deR-g9KVFZLw-DVVTruth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (…

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Is the Book of Job Evil? 13:40

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Gavin Ortlund discusses whether God's blessing Job with new children after his suffering is a replacement of his prior children.Gavin’s article on heaven: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-eternal-shoreMichael Jones video on Job: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZKuixGmiMwAllen Parr video on Job: https://youtu.be/1_cKn9PF3QE?si=2LInQhbUqwOph…

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Do Muslims and Christians Worship the Same God? 28:41

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Gavin Ortlund argues that Christians and Muslims do not worship the same God because Christian worship is informed by the Incarnation and the Trinity. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor …

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The Protestant Canon Defended (With Javier Perdomo and Cleave to Antiquity) 1:15:10

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Gavin Ortlund discusses the Protestant canon with Javier Perdomo and Ben from Cleave to Antiquity, considering Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox objections, the testimony of church history, and more.Javier's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@javierperd2604Cleave to Antiquity: https://www.youtube.com/@CleavetoAntiquityTruth Unites (https://truthun…

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Best Evidence for Jesus OUTSIDE the Bible (With Tom Schmidt) 57:55

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Gavin Ortlund and Tom Schmidt discuss historical evidence for Jesus in Josephus, particularly the Testimonium Flavianum.Read the book here: academic.oup.com/book/60034Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Vis…