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Theologically Driven

Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary

A podcast for those who want to know God through his word and have that knowledge drive their decisions. Learn more at dbts.edu.

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  • S1 · E236
    May 28 · 26 min

    Slavery in the Greco-Roman World w/ Ryan Meyer

    In this episode of Theologically Driven, host Phil Cecil sits down with Dr. Ryan Meyer to explore one of the most challenging topics in New Testament studies: Paul's view of slavery. Before diving into Paul's letters, Dr. Meyer lays essential groundwork by unpacking what slavery actually looked like in the first-century Greco-Roman world — and it may surprise you. Dr. Meyer explains how slavery in Paul's day differed dramatically from the race-based chattel slavery of American history. In major Roman cities, up to a third of the population were enslaved. Slaves held roles ranging from household servants to doctors, teachers, ship captains, and city officials. Slavery was primarily a legal category, not an ethnic one, and manumission by age 30 was a reasonable expectation for many urban slaves. Yet none of that softens its fundamental evil. As Dr. Meyer puts it, what makes all slavery wrong — ancient or modern — is one image bearer owning another. This episode helps listeners avoid two common errors: minimizing how bad slavery was in order to defend Paul, or reading first-century texts through a purely modern lens. It's an honest, careful look at the historical context every reader of Paul's letters needs.

  • S1 · E233
    May 7 · 32 min

    The Reformational View of Justification and Sanctification w/ Mark Snoeberger

    Host Phil Cecil continues his conversation with Dr. Mark Snoeberger on one of theology's most debated distinctions — the relationship between justification and sanctification. After reviewing the Roman Catholic view from last week, they turn to Holiness theologies, tracing their roots through Wesley. Dr. Snoeberger unpacks Wesley's "sequence of graces," the concept of a second work of grace, and why that framework falls short of the Reformation view — which holds justification and sanctification as distinct but inseparable benefits of union with Christ, both received at the moment of regeneration. A clear and accessible walk through a topic that matters for how every believer understands the Christian life. Learn more about the DBTS summer schedule here.

  • S1 · E232
    April 30 · 23 min

    The Roman Catholic View of Justification w/ Mark Snoeberger

    Preorder McCune's Systematic Theology of Biblical Christianity here. What's the difference between justification and sanctification — and why does it matter? In this episode of Theologically Driven, host Phil Cecil sits down with Dr. Mark Snoeberger of Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary to unpack two of the most important doctrines in Christian theology and explore how different traditions relate them to one another. Dr. Snoeberger begins by carefully defining each term. Justification is the one-time, legal declaration that a sinner is righteous before God, grounded in the imputed righteousness of Jesus Christ and received by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. Sanctification, by contrast, is the experiential process of being made holy — typically described in three phases: definitive (or initial) sanctification at conversion, progressive sanctification throughout the Christian life, and final sanctification or glorification. From there, the conversation turns to the central question: how are justification and sanctification related? Dr. Snoeberger lays out three major positions: The Roman Catholic view, which absorbs sanctification into justification through an ongoing process of infused grace, sacraments, merit, and a final justification at the end of life. The Holiness/Keswick view, which divorces the two by inserting a "second work of grace." The Reformation view, which treats them as parallel, simultaneous benefits flowing from the believer's union with Christ. This episode focuses on a thorough examination of the Roman Catholic position — including baptismal regeneration, the role of the sacraments, venial and mortal sins, purgatory, and why the Reformers' insistence on sola fide (faith alone) was such a watershed moment. Dr. Snoeberger also explains the "hopeful and causal relationship" Catholic theology draws between sanctification and final justification, and why this framework leaves believers without assurance. Whether you're a pastor, student, or curious listener, this episode offers a clear, accessible introduction to a doctrine at the heart of the gospel and the Protestant Reformation. Topics covered: Definitions of justification and sanctification Imputed vs. infused righteousness Definitive, progressive, and final sanctification Union with Christ and the duplex beneficium Roman Catholic soteriology, sacraments, and purgatory Venial and mortal sins Why Luther opposed the sale of indulgences Theologically Driven is a podcast of Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary. Learn more at dbts.edu.

  • S1 · E231
    April 23 · 38 min

    Serving Kids with Disabilities

    Today, we are joined by Ben and Wendy Russell to discuss how churches can serve kids with disabilities. Learn more about DBTS at https://dbts.edu

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