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Calvinism – Part 5: Total Depravity

Published on January 7, 2016 By Mike

Episode 8 Here we come to consider the “T” in T.U.L.I.P., which stands for “total depravity”. The question is this: What is man’s condition after the fall and before the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit? In other words, what is natural and fallen man’s condition? What is he capable of and what is he …Read More

Calvinism – Part 4: Unconditional Election

Published on December 31, 2015 By Mike

Episode 7 In this episode Joe Anady and Mike Thezier turn their attention to the doctrine of unconditional election. This is one of the so-called five points of Calvinism. Here we encounter the Biblical teaching that God has predestined some for salvation from before the creation of the world. This election is based, not upon …Read More

Calvinism – Part 3: First Things First: God’s Sovereignty, and All Things for the Glory of God

Published on December 18, 2015 By Mike

Episode 6 Joe Anady and Mike Thezier continue to converse about foundational things in preparation for a detailed consideration of the Doctrines of Grace (Calvinism). In this episode, God’s sovereignty is considered as well as the Biblical teaching that all things happen ultimately for the glory of God. These are truly basic and foundational concepts. …Read More

Calvinism – Part 2: First Things First: What is Our Authority for Truth?

Published on December 3, 2015 By Mike

Episode 5 This is the second episode in a series on the topic of Calvinism. Joe Anady, Austin Pine, and Mike Thezier continue to deal with foundational issues, asking the question, what is our authority for truth? The way that we answer this question will undoubtedly have a huge impact upon what we believe. We …Read More

Calvinism – Part 1: First Things First: Introductory Remarks; Addressing Common Misconceptions

Published on November 19, 2015 By Mike

Episode 4 This is the first episode of who-knows-how-many on the subject of Calvinism. Joe Anady, Mike Thezier, and Austin Pine begin the conversation by addressing some common misconceptions.

Interview with Pastor Jason Walter of CRBC

Published on November 17, 2015 By Mike

Episode 3 Joe Anady interviews Pastor Jason Walter of Christ Reformed Baptist Church located in Vista, California. Listen in to hear Jason’s testimony and about the history of CRBC. You can find Pastor Jason’s sermon on Psalm 133 here. You can find Jason’s teaching on church associations here.  

What is the Gospel and Who is Called to Preach It?

Published on November 12, 2015 By Mike

Episode 2 What is the Gospel? That may sound like a simple question, but it’s surprising the variety of answers you’ll hear in response. Joe Anady, Mike Thezier, and Austin Pine attempt to present the Gospel message in a succinct and memorable way. The question, who is called to preach it? is also addressed in …Read More

What Does it Mean to Be a Reformed Baptist?

Published on September 29, 2015 By Mike

Episode 1 What kind of church is Emmaus Christian Fellowship? That is a question we often hear. The answer is that we are Reformed Baptists. But what does that mean, exactly? In this first episode Joe Anady, Mike Thezier, and Austin Pine attempt to give a brief answer to the question, what does it mean …Read More


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