The Best Theologians in Church History You've Never Heard Of
Summary
White Horse Inn hosts Justin Holcomb, Bob Hiller, Walter Strickland, and Mike Horton discuss lesser-known theologians to challenge the stereotype that Reformers ignored church history. They highlight figures like Epiphanius, Macrina, C.F.W. Walther, and Bernard of Clairvaux, emphasizing their contributions to biblical theology, law and gospel, and union with Christ. The episode aims to expand listeners' reading lists by retrieving these faithful, often overlooked voices from church history.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Suffering, Reformers, and Bernard of Clairvaux
Epiphanius, Macrina, and Petrus de Thenas
Charles Octavius Booth: Theology and African American Faith
J.D. Otis Roberts: Reconciliation vs. Liberation Theology
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C.F.W. Walther: Law, Gospel, and Pastoral Care
Bernard of Clairvaux: Influence on Calvin and Luther
Richard Hooker: Anglican Theology and Comfort
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