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Truth Unites

Truth Unites

NewGod is Not “Non-Binary”November 12, 2026 · 16 min
Episodes
405
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Latest episode
Nov 12, 2026

About the podcast

Truth Unites promotes gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Church. Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/ https://www.patreon.com/truthunites

Episodes 405

  1. God is Not “Non-Binary”

    16 min

    Gavin Ortlund explains why God is neither male nor female, but why Christians should still reject the term “non-binary” and embrace the language God uses to reveal himself in Scripture.Truth Unites …

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    Gavin Ortlund explains why God is neither male nor female, but why Christians should still reject the term “non-binary” and embrace the language God uses to reveal himself in Scripture.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Talbot Seminary Phoenix, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  2. Should Christians Forgive Their Enemies?

    14 min

    Gavin Ortlund responds to President Trump's comments about hating his enemies and explores what it means to forgive those who have hurt us.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel …

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    Gavin Ortlund responds to President Trump's comments about hating his enemies and explores what it means to forgive those who have hurt us.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Talbot Seminary Phoenix, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  3. Is Jesus God? Christian vs. Theist (with Matthew Adelstein)

    1 h 41 min

    Gavin Ortlund and Matthew Adelstein discuss the divinity of Jesus, agnosticism, and Matthew's thoughts on Gavin's latest book: Why Christianity Makes Sense.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to …

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    Gavin Ortlund and Matthew Adelstein discuss the divinity of Jesus, agnosticism, and Matthew's thoughts on Gavin's latest book: Why Christianity Makes Sense.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Talbot Seminary Phoenix, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  4. Were the 95 Theses Protestant?

    13 min

    Gavin Ortlund explores three surprising features of Martin Luther’s 95 Theses, explaining why they weren’t yet fully Protestant, how they emphasized repentance, and where we can already see the seeds of the …

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    Gavin Ortlund explores three surprising features of Martin Luther’s 95 Theses, explaining why they weren’t yet fully Protestant, how they emphasized repentance, and where we can already see the seeds of the Reformation.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Talbot Seminary Phoenix, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  5. Did Paul Hijack Christianity?

    21 min

    Gavin Ortlund examines the claim that the apostle Paul hijacked Christianity, exploring early Christian traditions, Paul's relationship with the other apostles, and the continuity between his teachings and …

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    Gavin Ortlund examines the claim that the apostle Paul hijacked Christianity, exploring early Christian traditions, Paul's relationship with the other apostles, and the continuity between his teachings and those of Jesus.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Talbot Seminary Phoenix, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  6. The Dangers of Christian Nationalism

    28 min

    Gavin Ortlund shares three concerns about Christian nationalism, examining its historical foundations, the dangers of religious coercion, and the proper limits of government from a Christian perspective.Truth …

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    Gavin Ortlund shares three concerns about Christian nationalism, examining its historical foundations, the dangers of religious coercion, and the proper limits of government from a Christian perspective.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Talbot Seminary Phoenix, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  7. Christianity's Overlooked Superpower (C.S. Lewis on Sehnsucht)

    24 min

    Gavin Ortlund explores the deepest longing of the human heart through the writings of C.S. Lewis and considers how this mysterious ache might point us toward the truth of Christianity.Truth Unites …

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    Gavin Ortlund explores the deepest longing of the human heart through the writings of C.S. Lewis and considers how this mysterious ache might point us toward the truth of Christianity.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Talbot Seminary Phoenix, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  8. I Let My Followers Ask Me Anything

    50 min

    Gavin Ortlund answers 15 personal questions about life outside of theology, including marriage, parenting, sports, board games, travel, writing fiction, productivity, and more.Truth Unites …

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    Gavin Ortlund answers 15 personal questions about life outside of theology, including marriage, parenting, sports, board games, travel, writing fiction, productivity, and more.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  9. Should Executions Be Livestreamed?

    14 min

    Gavin Ortlund considers whether Christians should watch a livestreamed execution, arguing that justice should be carried out with sobriety rather than turned into a spectacle, and reflecting on how viewing …

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    Gavin Ortlund considers whether Christians should watch a livestreamed execution, arguing that justice should be carried out with sobriety rather than turned into a spectacle, and reflecting on how viewing violence can shape us.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  10. How Can Christians Disagree Better?

    26 min

    Gavin Ortlund shares five practical strategies for navigating disagreement with curiosity, wisdom, love, listening, and persuasion.Get my book, The Art of Disagreeing, here …

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    Gavin Ortlund shares five practical strategies for navigating disagreement with curiosity, wisdom, love, listening, and persuasion.Get my book, The Art of Disagreeing, here: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Disagreeing-Conversations-disagreement-resolution/dp/1802541403/truthunitesbo-20Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  11. Should Christians Argue For Their Faith Differently Now?

    25 min

    Gavin Ortlund explains why arguments still matter in apologetics and how Christians can use them with greater sensitivity, creativity, and effectiveness.Order my new book …

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    Gavin Ortlund explains why arguments still matter in apologetics and how Christians can use them with greater sensitivity, creativity, and effectiveness.Order my new book here!:https://www.amazon.com/Why-Christianity-Makes-Sense-Mysteries-ebook/dp/B0GRGLZHGN/truthunitesbo-20Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  12. Is Online Apologetics Poisoning Our Souls?

    20 min

    Gavin Ortlund offers 10 reflections on how Christians can engage in online apologetics and social media without being spiritually shaped by anger, anxiety, pride, and the need to win.Truth Unites …

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    Gavin Ortlund offers 10 reflections on how Christians can engage in online apologetics and social media without being spiritually shaped by anger, anxiety, pride, and the need to win.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  13. The Reliability of the Fourth Gospel (This Is Huge)

    33 min

    Gavin Ortlund examines the historical reliability of the Gospel of John, considering its date, relationship to the Synoptic Gospels, and theological purpose while exploring reasons to take seriously its claim …

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    Gavin Ortlund examines the historical reliability of the Gospel of John, considering its date, relationship to the Synoptic Gospels, and theological purpose while exploring reasons to take seriously its claim to preserve reliable historical testimony about Jesus.


    Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  14. Praying to Saints: Defending the Protestant View

    1 h 2 min

    Gavin Ortlund defends the Protestant view that Christians should pray to God alone, examining the biblical, theological, Jewish, and historical evidence surrounding the practice of praying to the saints.Truth …

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    Gavin Ortlund defends the Protestant view that Christians should pray to God alone, examining the biblical, theological, Jewish, and historical evidence surrounding the practice of praying to the saints.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  15. Why God Gave You Spiritual Gifts

    30 min

    Gavin Ortlund explores what the Bible teaches about spiritual gifts and how they help build up the church in unity, maturity, and gospel-centered love.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote …

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    Gavin Ortlund explores what the Bible teaches about spiritual gifts and how they help build up the church in unity, maturity, and gospel-centered love.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  16. Should Christians Pray to Saints?

    23 min

    Gavin Ortlund examines the Protestant case for praying to God alone, responding to biblical, historical, and practical arguments for asking the saints in heaven for their intercession.Truth Unites …

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    Gavin Ortlund examines the Protestant case for praying to God alone, responding to biblical, historical, and practical arguments for asking the saints in heaven for their intercession.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  17. Christian Apologetics Is Changing

    15 min

    Gavin Ortlund explores five major trends reshaping Christian apologetics today and considers how Christians can respond faithfully and effectively in a rapidly changing cultural landscape.Truth Unites …

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    Gavin Ortlund explores five major trends reshaping Christian apologetics today and considers how Christians can respond faithfully and effectively in a rapidly changing cultural landscape.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  18. Did John Calvin Burn Michael Servetus?

    28 min

    Gavin Ortlund examines John Calvin’s role in the execution of Michael Servetus and considers what this dark episode in church history can teach us about religious coercion, humility, and the Christian call to …

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    Gavin Ortlund examines John Calvin’s role in the execution of Michael Servetus and considers what this dark episode in church history can teach us about religious coercion, humility, and the Christian call to respond to error with witness rather than violence.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  19. The 10 Worst Arguments Against Protestantism (And the 3 Best)

    37 min

    Gavin Ortlund examines the ten worst arguments against Protestantism and highlights three of the strongest challenges Protestants should take seriously, including the canon, fragmentation, and appeals to …

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    Gavin Ortlund examines the ten worst arguments against Protestantism and highlights three of the strongest challenges Protestants should take seriously, including the canon, fragmentation, and appeals to antiquity and ecclesial authority.
    Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  20. How is Jesus God AND Man? Lutheran vs. Reformed Views of Chalcedon

    45 min

    Gavin Ortlund compares Lutheran and Reformed views of Chalcedonian Christology, examining how each tradition understands the relationship between Christ’s divine and human natures and the question of whether …

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    Gavin Ortlund compares Lutheran and Reformed views of Chalcedonian Christology, examining how each tradition understands the relationship between Christ’s divine and human natures and the question of whether divine attributes like omnipresence can be communicated to Christ’s humanity.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  21. Is Song of Songs About Sex—or God?

    49 min

    Gavin Ortlund explores whether the Song of Songs is about human sexuality, God's love, or both, showing how this often-misunderstood biblical book points to the beauty of marriage and ultimately to Christ.Truth …

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    Gavin Ortlund explores whether the Song of Songs is about human sexuality, God's love, or both, showing how this often-misunderstood biblical book points to the beauty of marriage and ultimately to Christ.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  22. Can Evangelicalism Be Repaired? 5 Pathways Forward

    34 min

    Gavin Ortlund asks whether evangelicalism can be repaired and presents five pathways for moving forward, including a renewed focus on the gospel, deeper Christian worship, healthier pastoral culture, stronger …

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    Gavin Ortlund asks whether evangelicalism can be repaired and presents five pathways for moving forward, including a renewed focus on the gospel, deeper Christian worship, healthier pastoral culture, stronger community, and partnerships across denominational lines.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  23. Bart Ehrman Agrees With Wes Huff on the Isaiah Scroll?

    10 min

    Gavin Ortlund discusses Bart Ehrman’s agreement with Wes Huff on the remarkable stability of the textual transmission of the book of Isaiah, and argues for a more fair and charitable approach to evaluating …

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    Gavin Ortlund discusses Bart Ehrman’s agreement with Wes Huff on the remarkable stability of the textual transmission of the book of Isaiah, and argues for a more fair and charitable approach to evaluating Christian apologetics, scholarship, and counter-apologetics.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  24. The Foundation of Christian Theology: Divine Aseity

    43 min

    Gavin Ortlund explores the doctrine of divine aseity, God's self-existence and absolute independence, showing why it is foundational to the Christian understanding of God, deeply rooted in Scripture, and …

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    Gavin Ortlund explores the doctrine of divine aseity, God's self-existence and absolute independence, showing why it is foundational to the Christian understanding of God, deeply rooted in Scripture, and essential for understanding creation, the Trinity, and our relationship with God.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  25. Did Protestantism Cause Secularization?

    25 min

    Gavin Ortlund examines the claim that Protestantism caused modern secularism, offering five historical reasons to question that narrative while highlighting ways the Reformation has positively shaped the …

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    Gavin Ortlund examines the claim that Protestantism caused modern secularism, offering five historical reasons to question that narrative while highlighting ways the Reformation has positively shaped the world.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  26. What Church Was ACTUALLY Like In 150 A.D.

    5 min

    Gavin Ortlund explains what a church service in the year 150 A.D. was like.Special thanks to Ryan Roark for the animation. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through …

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    Gavin Ortlund explains what a church service in the year 150 A.D. was like.Special thanks to Ryan Roark for the animation. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/MY ACADEMIC WORK:https://truthunites.org/mypublications/PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truth-unitesDISCORD SERVER ON PROTESTANTISMStriving Side By Side: https://discord.gg/MdTt6d5PVsCHECK OUT SOME BOOKS:https://www.amazon.com/Why-Christianity-Makes-Sense-Mysteries/dp/0310182204/truthunitesbo-20https://www.amazon.com/What-Means-Be-Protestant-Always-Reforming/dp/B0CNFFP6LK/truthunitesbo-20https://www.amazon.com/Makes-Sense-World-That-Doesnt/dp/1540964094/truthunitesbo-20https://www.amazon.com/Theological-Retrieval-Evangelicals-Need-Future/dp/1433565269/truthunitesbo-20https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Right-Hills-Die-Theological/dp/1433567423/truthunitesbo-20https://www.amazon.com/Retrieving-Augustines-Doctrine-Creation-Controversy/dp/0830853243/truthunitesbo-20

  27. Was Jesus a False Prophet?

    26 min

    Gavin Ortlund examines the claim that Jesus was a false prophet and argues that a closer look at his predictions actually strengthens the case for Christianity.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to …

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    Gavin Ortlund examines the claim that Jesus was a false prophet and argues that a closer look at his predictions actually strengthens the case for Christianity.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  28. Young Earth vs Old: A Better Way? (With Dr. Marcus Ross)

    1 h 51 min

    Gavin Ortlund and Dr. Marcus Ross discuss differing interpretations of the Genesis 1, the age of the earth, the historicity of Adam and Eve, and how to have healthy conversations around creation.Truth Unites …

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    Gavin Ortlund and Dr. Marcus Ross discuss differing interpretations of the Genesis 1, the age of the earth, the historicity of Adam and Eve, and how to have healthy conversations around creation.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  29. Where Is the True Church? (Fr. Stephen De Young & Gavin Ortlund)

    1 h 28 min

    Gavin Ortlund and Fr. Stephen De Young discuss Eastern Orthodox exclusivity, the boundaries of the church, and what it means to be a Christian.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel …

    Show notes

    Gavin Ortlund and Fr. Stephen De Young discuss Eastern Orthodox exclusivity, the boundaries of the church, and what it means to be a Christian.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

  30. Is Stoning Children Really Commanded in the Bible?

    20 min

    Gavin Ortlund examines one of the Bible’s most difficult passages, Deuteronomy 21’s law concerning a rebellious son, and explores its historical context, purpose, and what it reveals about justice, mercy, and …

    Show notes

    Gavin Ortlund examines one of the Bible’s most difficult passages, Deuteronomy 21’s law concerning a rebellious son, and explores its historical context, purpose, and what it reveals about justice, mercy, and the character of God.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/

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