A History of Christian Theology

Chad Kim

Engaging the historic doctrines and theologians of the Christian faith.

  • 55 minutes 34 seconds
    Episode 174: Episode 174: Brad Littlejohn- "Called to Freedom"

    Welcome back to A History of Christian Theology! This week we're happy to welcome Dr. Brad Littlejohn to the podcast to discuss his newly released book "Called to Freedom: Retrieving Christian Liberty in an Age of License" with B&H Academic Press. He and Chad take a bit of a break from our regular sort of conversations to discuss contemporary issues of freedom, what it is and isn't, and how we as Christians ought to think about it. Dr. Littlejohn is currently a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washington D.C. We're thankful to B&H Academic Press for sending us a copy of his book, and Dr. Littlejohn for sitting down to chat. We hope you enjoy!


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    22 January 2025, 12:24 am
  • 49 minutes 13 seconds
    Episode 173: Episode 173: Nijay Gupta- "The Affections of Christ Jesus"


    In this episode, Chad interviews Dr. Nijay Gupta about his upcoming book "The Affections of Christ Jesus- Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology" with Eerdmans Publishing: it is scheduled for release near the end of February this year. They discuss how the idea of love is often overlooked in Paul's work as well as the Biblical view of affection and emotion in Christian Theology. Dr. Gupta's accomplishments are wide-ranging. Currently, he is a professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, serves as co-chair of the Pauline Theology seminar of the Institute for Biblical Research, has authored numerous books, co-hosts the "Slow Theology" podcast, and is the senior editor for the New Living Translation of the Bible. We're very thankful to Dr. Gupta for taking the time to sit down with Chad and to Eerdmans Publishing for providing an early copy of the book and setting up the interview. We hope you enjoy!


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    10 January 2025, 3:58 am
  • 53 minutes 14 seconds
    Episode 172: Episode 172: Ronnie Kurtz- "Light Unapproachable"

    This week Chad sits down with Dr. Ronnie Kurtz to discuss the topics of his latest book "Light Unapproachable: Divine Incompressibility and the Task of Theology" with InterVarsity Press. They cover a number of topics ranging from 2nd vs 3rd person theology all the way to their shared love for St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kurtz is an Assistant Professor of Theology at Cedarville University as well as the author of a number of other books. He previously taught at both Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College as well as pastoring a church in Kansas City. We're glad we got the opportunity to talk with him and we hope you enjoy!

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    28 December 2024, 3:40 am
  • 1 hour 7 seconds
    Episode 171: Episode 171: Rubén Rosario Rodriguez- "Calvin for the World"


    This week Chad sits down with Dr. Rubén Rosario Rodriguez to discuss his newest book "Calvin for the World: The Enduring Relevance of His Political, Social, and Economic Theology" with Baker Academic Press. Dr. Rosario Rodriguez is an associate professor of theology at St. Louis University and the coordinator for both the MTS and MARE programs. Some of you may remember when he joined Chad last year to discuss one of his other 5 books, we're thankful to have Dr. Rosario Rodriguez back on the podcast. In this episode, Ruben and Chad discuss several topics surrounding Calvinism including the historical context of his work as well as why and how Calvin has impacted communities outside of the Western world. Special thanks to Dr. Rosario Rodriguez as well as Baker Academic Press, we hope you enjoy!


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    10 December 2024, 11:21 pm
  • 1 hour 11 minutes
    Episode 170: Episode 170: Philip Hussey- "Supralapsarianism Reconsidered"


    Dr. Philip Hussey joins Chad today to discuss his new book "Supralapsarianism Reconsidered: Jonathan Edwards and the Reformed Tradition" with T&T Clark as part of their "Studies in Systematic Theology" series. Along with being an author, Dr. Hussey is the head pastor at Christ Fellowship Church in St. Louis, Missouri. Chad's conversation with Dr. Hussey covers systematic vs dogmatic theology, supralapsarianism, Johnathan Edwards, and much more. Huge thanks to Dr. Hussey for joining us as well as T&T Clark.


    Just a reminder, there are several upcoming episodes on their way so make sure to stay tuned for those. We hope you enjoy!


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    25 November 2024, 4:14 pm
  • 57 minutes 44 seconds
    Episode 169: Episode 169: Brad East- Letters to a Future Saint


    Welcome back to A History of Modern Theology! On this episode, Chad talks with Dr. Brad East about one of his newest books "Letters to a Future Saint" by Eerdman's Publishing. Dr. East talks about the idea behind the book and his views on the different types of Christian literature. Although you may be used to Chad reviewing more academic or rigorous books, Dr. East's book is an intriguing read and offers insight into shepherding Christians who are new to the faith. As always, we hope you enjoy!


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    23 October 2024, 12:22 am
  • 56 minutes 51 seconds
    Episode 168: Episode 168: Alex Fogleman


    Welcome to Episode 168. Today Chad join Dr. Alex Fogleman to discuss his newly released book "Knowledge, Faith, and Early Christian Initiation" with Cambridge University Press. Dr. Fogleman is an Assistant Research Professor of Theology at Baylor University as well as the founding director of "The Catechesis Institute." His book covers what the early church thought it meant to know God and how they chose to teach it. Thanks again to Alex for his insightful book and thought provoking conversation. We hope you enjoy!


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    The Catechesis Institute


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    25 September 2024, 5:27 pm
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Episode 167: Episode 167: Andrew Rillera

    On this episode, Dr. Andrew Remington Rillera discuses his new book "Lamb of the Free" with Chad. Dr. Rillera's new book looks at the different ways that New Testament authors apply sacrificial imagery to Jesus through the lens of Old Testament law. Dr. Rillera received his PhD from Duke university where he studied New Testament, Theology, and Early Judaism and is currently an associate professor of Biblical Studies and Theology at King's University in Edmonton, Alberta. He discusses a few of his other extensive works while talking with Chad, some of those are linked below.

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    More works by Dr. Rillera:

    Dr. Rillera's work on the Ephesians

    His interview on The Bible Project Podcast

    11 September 2024, 7:21 pm
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    Episode 166: Episode 166: Thomas Harmon on Augustine and Philosophy

    Dr. Thomas Harmon joins Chad on the podcast to discuss the background for his new book "The Universal Way of Salvation in the Thought of Augustine", how Augustine challenged the philosophers of his time, as well as some of Dr. Hamon's work with Shakespeare. Dr. Harmon is the associate director of Catholic Studies at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas and has been published in numerous journals about several topics.

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    27 August 2024, 4:05 pm
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    Episode 165: Special Episode: Tom, Trevor, and Chad's Spiritual Journeys Pt. 2

    In a special release of an episode that was previously a Patreon exclusive, we present the second and final part of Tom, Chad, and Trevor's discussion on conversion and their spiritual journeys. In response to questions from multiple listeners, our hosts get personal and shed some light on their upbringings in faith. For more exclusive episodes, backlog files, and other content, subscribe to our Patreon.

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    5 August 2024, 9:13 pm
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Episode 164: The Reluctant Leader - An Augustinian Cure for a Modern Malady at the Schaeffer House

    Chad Kim gives a lecture on Augustine as a leader drawing insights from his dissertation research at the Schaeffer House in St. Louis, MO. 

    29 July 2024, 3:42 pm
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