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Christ the Center

Reformed Forum
Reformed Theology
Kingdom Of God
Biblical Theology
Cornelius Van Til
Eschatology
Covenant Theology
Old Testament
Theological Education
New Testament
Puritan Theology
Geerhardus Vos
Jesus Christ
Evangelism
Roman Catholicism
Redemptive History
Theology
Reformed Forum
Biblical Meditation
Orthodox Presbyterian Church
Genevan Réveil

Christ the Center is an audio program centered on Christian reformed theology. In each episode a group of informed panelists discuss important issues and stimulate listeners to critical thinking and a better understanding of reformed doctrine designed to yield godly living.

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Latest Episodes

Camden Bucey speaks with Daniel R. Hyde about A Christian’s Pocket Guide to the Presence of God (Christian Focus, 2026), tracing this great biblical theme from Eden’s garden sanctuary through the tabernacle, temple, exile, incarnation, church, and ne... more

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In this episode, we introduce Camden Bucey’s new book, Defending Our Hope: An Introduction to Christian Apologetics, and trace its development from an adult Sunday school class at Hope Presbyterian Church to a twelve-lesson Reformed Academy course an... more

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We welcome David Noe and Chad Van Dixhoorn to discuss the first volume in Reformation Heritage Books’ new edition of The Works of Samuel Rutherford: Arminianism: A Systematic and Theological Response. Noe translated the work from Latin, while Van Dix... more

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In this free-for-all episode of Christ the Center, Camden Bucey is joined by Derrick Brite, Lee Hutchings, and Dan Borvan for a wide-ranging conversation following the summer season of Presbyterian and Reformed assemblies. They reflect on the PCA Gen... more

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Recent Guests

David Noe
Translator of the Rutherford volume
Translator, Volume 1 of The Works of Samuel Rutherford
Episode: Samuel Rutherford’s Systematic Response to Arminianism
Chad Van Dixhoorn
General Editor of The Works of Samuel Rutherford series
Reformation Heritage Books
Episode: Samuel Rutherford’s Systematic Response to Arminianism
Derrick Brite
PCA Minister, Aliceville, Alabama
Presbyterian Church in America
Episode: General Assemblies, Rome, and Artificial Intelligence
Lee Hutchings
Board member, Reformed Forum; PCA Church pastor
Presbyterian Church in America
Episode: General Assemblies, Rome, and Artificial Intelligence
Dan Borvan
URC minister, Anaheim
Reformed Church in North America
Episode: General Assemblies, Rome, and Artificial Intelligence
Harrison Perkins
Pastor of Oakland Hills Community Church
Oakland Hills Community Church
Episode: Meeting God in His Means of Grace
Stephen Yuille
Director of Puritan Publishing at Reformation Heritage Books; professor and pastor with extensive work on Puritan studies
Reformation Heritage Books
Episode: Lively Truths and Puritan Spirituality with Stephen Yuille
Randy Lee
Ruling elder at Hope Orthodox Presbyterian Church; taught for OPC foreign missions in Uganda
Hope Orthodox Presbyterian Church / OPC Foreign Missions
Episode: Global Theological Education and Faith-Centered Finance with Randy Lee and Adam York
Adam York
Pastor of Hope OPC in Grays Lake; participated in OPC foreign missions in Ethiopia
Hope OPC, Grays Lake
Episode: Global Theological Education and Faith-Centered Finance with Randy Lee and Adam York

Host

Camden Bucey
Host of the show; guides conversation and introduces guests across episodes

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • Best show

    Fantastic show.

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    5
    KB Brown
    United States4 years ago
  • Top quality content

    I’ve been listening to Reformed Forum for the past 7+ years. There is no other program out there that consistently engages in such in-depth theological discussion. Dr. Lane Tipton is one of the best teachers in the world on biblical theology (redemptive-historical hermeneutics). Dr. Camden Bucey is a fine teacher as well, thoroughly conversant with the best authors. Dr. Waddington is also a fine fellow, very knowledgeable and kind. This content is the gold standard for heavy hitting theology fro... more

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    5
    Josef Urban
    United States5 years ago
  • Where are old episodes?

    I can never browse older episodes by subscribing to this podcast. I have to subscribe to the catch-all Reformed Forum podcast but that makes it hard to manage playlists.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BlueJeans501
    United States7 years ago
  • Like you’re back at Old Princeton

    The kind folks at Christ the Center are solid reformed and confessional saints. If you are looking for Rich theological dialogue grounded in Scripture and the confessions, then you won’t find a better podcast than this. Consistent, edifying, challenging, yet not pretentious and even fun at time. It’s like you’re back at old Princeton with Vos and the rest of them. This is a rare find, and I beg Camden and the guys to stay true to the mission of simple, lovely, confessional, already / not yet con... more

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    5
    Reformer1689
    United States8 years ago
  • Great Stuff

    One of the best Reformed Podcasts around. Insightful and in-depth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lord Lacey
    United States8 years ago

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Many appreciate the clear pastoral and historical perspective and the challenging but accessible content.

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Justin Poythress | Who You Are in Christ—Identity, Purpose, and the Christian Life
Q: What role do the means of grace play in identity formation, and how should pastors incorporate this into teaching?
The guest argues that the means of grace are essential to transformation, not optional; preaching should present becoming what you are in Christ, and pastors should help believers engage worship, Scripture, prayer, and sacraments as pathways to growth.
Justin Poythress | Who You Are in Christ—Identity, Purpose, and the Christian Life
Q: Could you describe the idea of master identities and why these should not function as ultimate identities apart from Christ?
Justin explains that master identities organize all other identities but should be rooted in Christ, with Jesus as the ultimate master identity; everything else (family, work, politics) should be understood under the central identity we have in Christ to avoid distortions.
Lively Truths and Puritan Spirituality with Stephen Yuille
Q: What is the Puritan view on the holiness of God and how does it relate to salvation and sanctification?
The discussion covers seeing God's holiness as foundational to understanding sin, salvation, and grace; the Puritans connect beholding Christ with transformative love and obedience, shaping practical Christian living.
Lively Truths and Puritan Spirituality with Stephen Yuille
Q: What does a distinctively biblical understanding of meditation look like for Puritans, and how might that translate for contemporary readers?
The guest explains meditation as a disciplined engagement with Scripture that aligns the mind, affections, and will, stressing that it is about applying truth to the heart and life, not merely intellectual exercise; contemporary readers are encouraged to pursue this integrated practice.
Cornelius W. Grafton: “Mississippi’s Greatest Minister”
Q: What stands out about Grafton's stance on lynching and social issues?
Grafton publicly condemned lynching in multiple instances and insisted that the Word of God does not permit private citizens to carry out lethal justice, highlighting a nuanced position within the era's racial dynamics.

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This program centers on confessional Reformed theology, with panelists and guest scholars exploring biblical theology, church governance, ecclesiology, and pastoral ministry through a historically informed lens. Episodes frequently feature discussions of historic theologians, church order, and practical implications for preaching, pastoral care, and church life today. A notable strength is its ability to pair rigorous doctrinal analysis with real-world applications, from pastoral formation to church planting, while maintaining a consistently confessional posture. It likely appeals to clergy, seminary students, and lay listeners who enjoy deep theological dialogue anchored in Scripture and the Reformed confessions.

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Christ the Center launched 19 years ago and published 971 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Christ the Center include:

1. David Noe
2. Chad Van Dixhoorn
3. Derrick Brite
4. Lee Hutchings
5. Dan Borvan
6. Harrison Perkins
7. Stephen Yuille
8. Randy Lee

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