Before Genesis: The Eternal Covenant That Shapes Everything
What if the Bible’s story didn’t start in Genesis, but in eternity past? Discover the eternal covenant between Father and Son that shapes all of Scripture and salvation history. In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis sits down with Dr. Ryan McGraw, professor of systematic theology at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, to unpack the powerful doctrine of Covenant Theology. But this isn’t just about ancient agreements—it’s about the eternal plan of salvation crafted before time began. Dr. McGraw lays out the “covenant of redemption,” the intra-Trinitarian agreement between the Father and the Son to redeem a people through the perfect obedience and atoning death of Christ. This covenant provides the foundation for everything that unfolds in redemptive history—from Adam’s failure under the covenant of works, to the unfolding covenant of grace that culminates in Christ and continues through the Church.Together, they trace the storyline of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation, showing how the theme of covenant brings coherence and clarity to God’s dealings with His people. You’ll hear how the law reveals not just commands, but the very character of God; how the gospel is embedded even in the earliest pages of the Old Testament; and how the biblical distinction between the seed of the woman and the seed of the serpent runs throughout all redemptive history. Whether you’re new to covenant theology or looking to deepen your theological roots, this episode will help you see that the Bible is not a disjointed anthology—but a breathtaking, unified narrative of God’s eternal purpose in Christ. ABOUT THE GUEST:📖BOOK: https://a.co/d/3pURRRB 00:00 – Introduction01:20 – Dr. McGraw's Background in Ministry & Academia02:30 – Covenant Theology: A Blessing You Didn’t Know You Needed04:45 – What Is a Covenant?07:15 – God’s Character in the Law & the Gospel10:00 – Covenant of Works, Grace, and Redemption Explained14:30 – The Unity of Scripture in Covenant Theology18:10 – Typology and the Shadows of Christ22:45 – Seed of the Woman vs. Seed of the Serpent27:00 – Distinguishing Covenant Members: External vs. Internal30:00 – Christ’s Obedience and the Covenant of Works34:20 – Covenant of Redemption vs. Covenant of Grace39:00 – Old Covenant vs. New Covenant43:15 – Assurance in Covenant Theology47:40 – Discipleship and Covenant Application52:30 – Is Covenant Theology Just for Presbyterians?58:15 – Growing in Grace Through the Covenant1:02:15 – Sacraments & Covenant Theology1:08:45 – Final Reflections & Book InfoKairos Classroom: Use Promo Code Remnant for 10% offhttps://kairosclassroom.com/classesSupport the showABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 🌐📧 Check Out Our Church PagesJosh's ChurchMiller's ChurchRowntree's Church
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Political Forecasting or TRUE Prophecy? 2025 Prophecy Review: Perry Stone & Julie Green
Is it prophecy, political forecasting or wishful thinking? How do we separate divine revelation from educated guessing? We're examining and testing national prophetic words given for 2025.In this episode of Remnant Radio, Joshua Lewis, Michael Miller & Michael Rowntree lead a biblical analysis of national prophetic declarations for 2025 from Perry Stone and Julie Green.As we review their specific prophecies for 2025, we'll discuss: • Distinguishing divine prophecy from political guestimates • The use of "prophetic tools" such as Hebrew calendar, Hebrew alphabet and biblical numerology • Testing modern prophetic words biblically • Maintaining prophetic accountability • Charismatic discernment in modern timesWhether you’re charismatic, skeptical, or simply seeking biblical wisdom about testing prophecy, this episode provides essential insights for navigating today’s prophetic landscape. Join us as we hold fast to what is good while testing everything (1 Thess 5:21).Kairos Classroom: Use Promo Code Remnant for 10% offhttps://kairosclassroom.com/classesSupport the showABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 🌐📧 Check Out Our Church PagesJosh's ChurchMiller's ChurchRowntree's Church
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A Mercy Culture or a Cover-Up Culture? The Truth About Dr. Michael Brown
Where do we stand on the Dr. Michael Brown investigation & reinstatement? Michael Miller shares a heartfelt response on Remnant Radio.In this episode, we address one of the more painful and controversial topics we’ve covered: the recent investigation into Dr. Michael Brown and his reinstatement by Mercy Culture Church in Fort Worth, Texas, under the leadership of Pastor Landon Schott. As one of the most visible figures in the charismatic and evangelical world, Dr. Brown’s influence has shaped thousands—including us. But recent findings in the independent FireFly report have brought serious allegations of spiritual and emotional misconduct into the light.In this short but direct video, Michael Miller offers a heartfelt and honest response to the scandal, the investigation, and especially the decision by Mercy Culture Church to restore Dr. Brown to ministry with what many have called stunning speed and minimal accountability. What do we do when a leader we’ve admired is credibly accused? What does true mercy look like? And what should disqualify a pastor from ministry?We’ll also examine the public statements made by both Landon Schott and the Line of Fire board, asking whether these responses reflect biblical integrity or institutional self-preservation. This episode is for anyone wrestling with the tension between grace and truth, restoration and responsibility.If you’ve ever listened to Michael Brown on Remnant Radio and wondered where we now stand, this is our answer.👉 For more context, watch our full-length interview with Ron Cantor, who was among the first to raise whistleblower concerns. https://www.youtube.com/live/YwoLTysfNrE?si=6xhXB082M4qBC8DGKairos Classroom: Use Promo Code Remnant for 10% offhttps://kairosclassroom.com/classesSupport the showABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 🌐📧 Check Out Our Church PagesJosh's ChurchMiller's ChurchRowntree's Church
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When Theologians Turn on Each Other: What Owen vs. Baxter Teaches Us About Christian Division
What happens when two theological giants who love Jesus have a FIERY public fallout? 🔥 The forgotten conflict between Puritans John Owen and Richard Baxter holds a sobering lesson for today.In this episode of Remnant Radio, we sit down with Dr. Tim Cooper, a leading scholar on 17th-century Puritanism, to unpack the intense disagreement between Owen and Baxter—two titans of the post-Reformation era. Despite their shared love for Christ, Scripture, and the Gospel, their clash over salvation, church structure, and Christian ethics led to a public split that fractured the Puritan movement. Their story shows us how pride, personality, and past wounds can tragically impact even important theological debates.But this isn’t just fascinating history! This episode is a direct challenge to today’s church. As theological disputes rage online and in person, the Owen–Baxter conflict raises urgent questions for us:-How should believers navigate public disagreement biblically?-When does contending for truth accidentally lead to unnecessary division?-What kind of Christ-like character must accompany our doctrine?If you’ve ever wrestled with how to hold strong convictions while still loving others and avoiding toxic conflict, this conversation is for you. ABOUT THE GUEST:📖BOOK: https://a.co/d/9yrvp4CKairos Classroom: Use Promo Code Remnant for 10% offhttps://kairosclassroom.com/classesSupport the showABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 🌐📧 Check Out Our Church PagesJosh's ChurchMiller's ChurchRowntree's Church
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The Dr. Michael Brown Report: Did the Board Get It Wrong? Ron Cantor Weighs In
Did the Line of Fire Elder Accountability Board get it wrong? Ron Cantor joins us to expose what he calls critical flaws and inconsistencies in their report on Dr. Michael Brown, raising serious questions about the board’s conclusions and motivations.Join us as Ron Cantor meticulously examines the Line of Fire Elder Accountability Board report, alleging a pattern of misrepresented facts, a failure to address critical power dynamics, and a deeply concerning lack of trauma-informed care. We’ll delve into specific examples from the report, including:-Inconsistencies in Dr. Brown’s Statements-Misrepresentation of Sarah’s Testimony-The Missing Element: Power Differential-Trauma-Informed Care Failure-The Question of Due ProcessThis episode is not about assigning guilt but about pursuing truth and accountability. We’ll be asking the hard questions, examining the evidence, and seeking to understand whether the Line of Fire Elder Accountability Board report truly served the interests of justice and healing for all involved.ABOUT THE GUEST:Ron Cantor's full response: https://www.roncantor.com/responding-to-dr-michael-brown-s-elderKairos Classroom: Use Promo Code Remnant for 10% offhttps://kairosclassroom.com/classesSupport the showABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER https://www.theremnantradio.com 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES https://www.theremnantradio.com 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheRemnantRadio • Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GC2Z86XHHG4X6&ssrt=1686780016992 🌐📧 Check Out Our Church PagesJosh's ChurchMiller's ChurchRowntree's Church
The Remnant Radio educates and equips believers in God's Word & Spirit, exploring Christian theology, church history, and the gifts of the Spirit in a manner that is engaging, relatable, and inspiring. Weekly, we bring together Christian influencers from various denominations to explore theology, church history, and the gifts of the Spirit. We don't always agree with the views of our guests. And, we don’t expect that you will always agree, either. But we are brothers and sisters in Christ, and we agree to humbly approach God’s Word so we can better understand it together. In each episode, we strive to offer constructive dialogue and healthy pushback without veering into argumentative or combative territory. Expect each Remnant Radio episode to be not only informative but also encouraging, entertaining, and, hopefully, inspiring. Our ultimate goal is to help every individual break out of their theological echo chamber and engage in the conversation. Visit our website and subscribe to our newsletter at www.theremnantradio.com.
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