This episode features an interview with Gavin Ortlund on his outstanding new book What It Means to be Protestant: The Case for an Always-Reforming Church.

Tune into the whole video to hear the answers to the following questions.

1. Why is there such an increased interest in liturgy and in the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions by some Evangelical intellectuals?

2. How should we think about the complex, confusing developments in the 2,000-year history of the Church?

3. How can we be fair, reasonable, and conciliatory, while pointing out the major errors that developed in non-Protestant traditions?

4. How did we get the New Testament—did the Roman Catholic Church give it to us?

5. Are the scriptures our final authority, or are both Scripture and sacred tradition our final authority?

6. Do the Roman Catholics and Eastern Orthodox both really think they are the one true Church?

7. Is Jesus’ salvation given to those with faith, or is it given to those with faith plus works?

8. What are some fundamental errors in Roman Catholicism?

9. What are fundamental errors in Eastern Orthodoxy?

10. How is mere Protestantism a renewal of biblical Christianity?

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Understanding Spiritual Warfare and the Holy Spirit: Part 2 - Scripture in Black and White

Welcome to part two of our series on the spiritual life and the demonic in 'Scripture in Black and White.' In this episode, we dive into the New Testament's teachings on walking in the Holy Spirit, identifying God's voice, and the role of worship in spiritual growth. We also explore the nature of spiritual warfare, discerning demonic influences, and the authority Christians have through Jesus Christ to battle these forces. Finally, we discuss the nuanced relationship between mental illness and demonic influence, and address viewer questions on these complex topics.

Key Takeaways 00:00 Introduction and Series Overview 01:00 Walking in the Spirit: A Deep Dive 02:30 Discerning the Spirit's Voice 04:20 Providence and Personal Testimonies 06:35 The Power of the Holy Spirit 09:42 Transition to Demonic Influence 12:52 Understanding Spiritual Warfare 17:03 Degrees of Demonic Influence 21:04 Casting Out Demons: Biblical and Historical Perspectives 25:17 Understanding Authority Over Demons 26:26 Biblical Foundations of Exorcism 27:23 Jesus' Victory Over Demons 30:21 Authority in the Heavenly Realms 32:39 Practical Applications and Personal Testimonies 40:57 Q&A Session with Elders 50:04 Concluding Thoughts and Future Episodes

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In this episode, we share a special teaching from Bobby Harrington at Harpeth Christian Church. Bobby leads an in-depth discussion on the teachings of Scripture regarding being led by the Holy Spirit and interacting with the demonic. Sharing personal experiences and historical context, he elaborates on the interconnection between these spiritual elements, providing insights from his journey dating back to his early ministry days. Key discussions include the validity and experiences of demonic encounters, the role of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives, and the stance of Harpeth Christian Church on these issues. He also touches on the doctrine of Sola Scriptura and its importance in understanding and navigating spiritual warfare in modern times.