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The Pactum
Theological Discussion for Christ's Church The Pactum is shorthand for the Latin Pactum Salutis. The Pactum Salutis is the trinitarian covenant made before the foundation of the world spoken of in texts such as Ephesians 1 and John 17. It is also known as the covenant of redemption. According to the pactum salutis, the triune God who works all things after the counsel of His will commits to save elect sinners. Since the pactum salutis is the basis for all of God's work in human history, we find…
Episodes
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Ep. 228 - Re-Entry
Pat and Mike are back from a summer break and are re-entering the Pactumverse. Listen in as they talk about what has been happening over the summer, what's…
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Ep. 227 - Journeys with Jesus
All Christians agree that the Bible is important, but understanding what it means by what it says is more challenging. And more challenging still is how the…
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Ep. 226 - God's Two Words
When we fail to recognize the distinction between the law and the gospel, we fail to read the Bible like Christians. So wouldn't it be nice if we had a…
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Ep. 225 - Taught of God
Have we been misguided when it comes to Bible interpretation? Joining Pat to talk about hermeneutics in this episode is Brandon D. Smith. Brandon is a…
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Ep. 224 - More Than Heaven
Is there a coming judgment day for believers? On this episode of the Pactum, Pat is joined by T. Jeff Taylor who says, "There is no coming Judgment Day for the…
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Ep. 223 - Celebrity Crushes
Meet your heroes! That is a favorite saying on The Pactum because showing honor where honor is due is one thing, but hero worship by Christians is just gross…
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Ep. 222 - What is Faith?
If you have been a Christian for even a brief time you know that Ephesians 2:8-9 teaches clearly that salvation is by grace through faith. But ask ten…
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Ep. 221 - Mission to Rome
In this episode, Pat is joined by Johnny Gravino to talk about gospel ministry in Rome, Italy. You can find more about Johnny Gravino at Lifegate Worldwide
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Ep. 220 - The Reformatory
In this episode Pat is joined by Josh Lofthus to talk about life, ministry, and his podcast, The Reformatory. You can find more from Josh and The Reformatory…
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Ep. 219 - Pactum Responsum
Listen in to this Pactum Responsum episode where we answer listener questions. Resources mentioned in this episode: - Reformed Covenant Theology: A Systematic…
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Ep. 218 - Sports
Is the Bible pro sports? What is the ultimate motivation for an athlete? Listen in as Pat, joined by his son, Owen, talk about christians and sports.
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Ep. 217 - The Plan of Salvation
From start to finish, salvation belongs to the Lord! In this episode, Pat and Mike talk about the book The Plan of Salvation by B.B. Warfield. You can download…
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Ep. 216 - Temple
In this episode, Pat and Mike tackle the temple. It's not just some ancient building; it's a massive biblical theme that runs from Genesis to Revelation…
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Ep. 215 - Active Obedience Birthday
On this episode, Pat and Mike talk about the doctine of the active obedience of Christ in honor of the one year anniversary of the release of Pat's book, The…
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Ep. 214 - Eastern Orthodoxy
In this episode, Pat and Mike discuss five questions about Eastern Orthodoxy. 1. What is Orthodoxy? 2. Why care about Eastern Orthodoxy? 3. What are some of…
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Ep. 213 - Raised in Splendor
In this episode Pat is joined by Jason Alligood to talk about the important doctrine of glorification. Jason has a Ph.D. from Midwestern Baptist Theological…
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Ep. 212 - Pactum Responsum
In this episode, Pat and Mike answer listener questions about the sabbath, justification, false gods, baptism, ministry, and more. Resources mentioned in this…
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Ep. 211 - God Without Passions
In this Pat is joined by Sam Renihan to talk about the unchangeable nature of God and the doctrine of impassability. Sam Renihan is pastor of Trinity Reformed…
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Ep. 210 - Let's Pray
Pat and Mike talk about seven motivations for prayer in this episode. This is not a guilt trip to make you feel bad about your prayer life, but a little nudge…
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Ep. 209 - Sovereignty of God
In this episode, Pat and Mike talk about what R.C. Sproul called God's favorite doctrine—the sovereignty of God.
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Ep. 208 - Law Gospel Primer
In this episode we are talking about law and gospel with Mike Abendroth. Mike recently released the book, Law & Gospel: A Primer available here. You can find…
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Ep. 207 - Amillennialism
Jesus is the Christ, the Messiah, the King and He is therefore reigning and will reign forever and ever! Join us on this episode of the Pactum as we discuss…
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Ep. 206 - Bad Theology
In this episode Pat sits down with special guest R. Scott Clark to talk about bad theology. They talk about pietism, biblicism, antinomianism, neonomianism…
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Ep. 205 - Depart from Me
I never knew you, depart from me you who practice lawlessness! Could there be anything worse for anyone to hear from Jesus and how can one avoid hearing it on…
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Ep. 204 - Pactum Responsum
In this episode Pat and Mike answer listener questions about the Bible, theology, and Christian living. Resources mentioned in this episode: - Knowing God by…
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Ep. 203 - Gray Areas
Life is filled with decisions to be made. So, what is the Christian to do? Follow the Bible? Yes. But what about when the Bible doesn't say? Listen in as Pat…
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Ep. 202 - Theology for Breakfast
Theological education is important so we're talking about it on this episode. Listen in as Pat and Mike talk about Theology for Breakfast, a ministry at Omaha…
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Ep. 201 - Good Works
In this episode Pat and Mike talk about the topic of good works. Are good works required for salvation? What should be the motivation for our good works?…
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Ep. 200 - Theonomy and the Law
In this episode we are listening in to the sixth session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God's Good Law. This session is titled "Theonomy and the Law" from…
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Ep. 199 - Legalism and Antinomianism
In this episode we are listening in to the fifth session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God's Good Law. This session is titled "Legalism and Antinomianism"…
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Ep. 198 - Covenant Theology and the Law
In this episode we are listening in to the fourth session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God's Good Law. This session is titled "Covenant Theology and the…
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Ep. 197 - The Law's Three Uses
In this episode we are listening in to the third session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God's Good Law. This session is titled "The Law's Three Uses" from…
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Ep. 196 - Natural Law
In this episode we are listening in to the second session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God's Good Law. This session is titled "Natural Law" from conference…
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Ep. 195 - The Law-Gospel Paradigm
In this episode we are listening in to the first session from the 2024 Pactum Conference, God's Good Law. This session is titled "The Law-Gospel Paradigm" from…
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Ep. 194 - The Lawmen
In this live episode, recorded at the 2024 Pactum Conference, Pat and Mike are joined by conference speakers J.V. Fesko, David VanDrunen, and Mike Abendroth to…
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Ep. 193 - Dispensationalism 2.0
In this episode, Pat and Mike continue their discussion on dispensationalism by talking about what it is, where it comes from, and some of its flaws.
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Ep. 192 - Dispensationalism 1.0
In this episode Pat and Mike begin a series of episodes on dispensationalism. Listen in as they talk about what dispensationalism is, who started it, and what…
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Ep. 191 - Clarity
Pat and Mike discuss the matter of clarity in this episode. They talk about the importance of being clear and give some tools and tips to help you be clear…
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Ep. 190 - Elect Exiles and Elections
In this episode Pat and Mike discuss seven reminders for this election season...and always!
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Ep. 188 - Pactum Responsum
In this Pactum Responsum epidsoe Pat and Mike answer questions about assurance, law and gospel, expository preaching, and more.
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Ep. 187 - Knowing God
In this episode Pat and Mike are joined by Steve Meister to talk about the doctrine of God. Steve Meister is the Pastor at Immanuel Baptist Church in…
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Ep. 186 - The Upside-Down Gospel
Why is it that so many Christians are miserable? On today's episode of the Pactum we will be discussing the need for Christians to think rightly about the…
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Ep. 185 - Spurgeon: A Life
On this episode Pat and Mike discuss the life and ministry of Charles Haddon Spurgeon with author Alex DiPrima. Alex's latest work on Spurgeon is a biography…
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Ep. 184 - Greatest Hits: D.V.D. on Natural Law
It's summertime at The Pactum! While we take a little break we want you to enjoy some of our favorite episodes. Today's episode is D.V.D. on Natural Law. In…
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Ep. 183 - Greatest Hits: Sane Student Ministry
It's summertime at The Pactum! While we take a little break we want you to enjoy some of our favorite episodes. Today's episode is Sane Student Ministries. Pat…
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Ep. 182 - Greatest Hits: Exodus for Christians
It's summertime at The Pactum! While we take a little break we want you to enjoy some of our favorite episodes. Today's episode is Exodus for Christians. Pat…
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Ep. 181 - Greatest Hits: Getting the Gospel Right
It's summertime at The Pactum! While we take a little break we want you to enjoy some of our favorite episodes. Today's episode is Getting the Gospel Right. In…
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Ep. 180 - Pactum Responsum
In this Lone Ranger episode Pat answers listener questions about the unpardonable sin, law and gospel, Bible study resources, and more. If you have questions…
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Ep. 179 - Reformed Covenant Theology
In this episode, Pat and Mike are joined by Harrison Perkins to discuss his new book, Reformed Covenant Theology. Harrison Perkins is the pastor of Oakland…
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Ep. 178 - Loving Pastors
In this episode, Pat and Mike are joined by Jody Anderson to discuss suggestions that will help you love your pastor. Jody Anderson is the pastor at Christ…
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Ep. 177 - Jesus and Healing
What does the Bible have to say about healing? Does God still heal people today? Join Pat and Mike as they discuss these questions and more on this episode of…
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Ep. 176 - Jesus and Cancer
In this episode, Pat talks with Mike Abendroth about his newest book, Cancer is Not Your Shepherd: A 31-Day Guide to Suffering. You can find more from Mike…
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Ep. 175 - Evangelizing Christians
Is the gospel only for unblievers? Why would you evangelize a christian? Pat and Mike finish the Romans Refresh series with a discussion about evangelizing…
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Ep. 174 - Assurance
Pat and Mike continue the Romans Refresh series with a discussion on Romans 8 and assurance. Resources mentioned in this episode: - The Assurance of Faith by…
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Ep. 173 - Final Justification
Pat and Mike continue the Romans Refresh series by rounding out their discussion on the doctrine of Justificaion.
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Ep. 172 - Justification
In this episode, Pat and Mike continue in the series from the book of Romans called Romans Refresh. Listen in as they talk about twelve distinctives of the…
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Ep. 171 - Stupid Hurts
In this Lone Ranger episode, Pat begins a short series from the book of Romans called, Romans Refresh. This episode looks at the topic of righteousness.
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Ep. 170 - Old Testament Jesus (Part 2)
In this episode, Pat and Mike finish out their list of ten guidelines to reading all of the Bible as Christian Scripture. Resources mentioned in this episode…
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Ep. 169 - Old Testament Jesus
In this episode, Pat and Mike talk about some guidelines for reading all of the Bible as Christian Scripture.