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Distinctive Christianity

Brendon Scoggin and Skyler Hamilton
Christianity
Mormonism
Joseph Smith
LDS Church
Jesus Christ
Polygamy
Latter-Day Saints
Grace
Theology
Brigham Young
Civil Rights Movement
Nicene Creed
Trinity
Colossians
Scripture
Spanish Civil War
Book Of Mormon
Evangelical Christianity
Martin Luther King Jr.
Protestantism

Comparing Mormon and Creedal Christian Thought

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In this episode, we welcome Dr. Stephen Westerholm to discuss his book Justification Reconsidered: Rethinking a Pauline Theme. What is the Doctrine of Justification, and why is Paul so central to a Biblical definition of the doctrine?

Noting “how we... more

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Naomi Rood to discuss Homer’s Odyssey. Consisting of around 12,100 lines of verse (separated into 24 books) and being around 2,700 years old, what is the Odyssey and why does it matter? We ask about authorship, composi... more

In this episode, we welcome Dr. David Mark Rathel to discuss his book Andrew Fuller and the Search for a Faith Worthy of All Acceptation: Exploring Fuller’s Soteriology in Its Historical Context. Who was Andrew Fuller (1754-1815), and why does he mat... more

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Michael Haykin to discuss his book Rooted in the Word: Wisdom from the English Particular Baptists. Who are the Baptists, and what is both their place in a broader shared orthodoxy – as well as their core distinctives?... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Westerholm
Professor emeritus of early Christianity at McMaster University and author of Justification Reconsidered
McMaster University
Episode: 250. Stephen Westerholm on Paul's Doctrine of Justification
David Mark Rathel
Associate Professor of Christian Theology at Talbot Seminary, Biola University
Talbot Seminary
Episode: 248. David Rathel on Andrew Fuller
Michael Haykin
Professor of church history and biblical spirituality, Baptist studies director, and historian
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Episode: 247. Michael Haykin on Particular Baptist History, Theology, and Tradition
Ed Romine
Pastor of First Baptist Church of Provo and author of a book on Charles Haddon Spurgeon's preaching.
First Baptist Church of Provo
Episode: 246. Ed Romine on Elohim's Divine Complexity v. Yahweh's Divine Simplicity
Peter J. Gentry
Senior Professor of Old Testament at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; founding director of the Hexapla Institute
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Episode: 245. Peter Gentry on The Mother of the Infant King, Isaiah 7:14
Vern Poythress
Distinguished Professor of New Testament, Biblical Interpretation, and Systematic Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary
Westminster Theological Seminary
Episode: 244. Vern Poythress on Redeeming Philosophy
Andrew Malone
Dr. Andrew S. Malone, former lecturer in Biblical Studies, Old and New Testaments, and Greek at Ridley College
Ridley College (Melbourne, Australia)
Episode: 243. Andrew Malone on Biblical Priesthood
Michael J. Glodo
Reverend, Professor of Pastoral Theology at Reform Theological Seminary
Reform Theological Seminary
Episode: 242. Michael Glodo on the Aaronic Blessing: Numbers 6:22-27
Matthew Emadi
Adjunct professor at the Salt Lake School of Theology and pastor of Crossroads Church in Sandy, Utah
Salt Lake School of Theology; Crossroads Church
Episode: 241. Matthew Emadi on Romans 4:1-5:9

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Skyler
Host of the show
Scarlett
Co-host on the Distinctive Christianity Podcast
Casey
Co-host on the Distinctive Christianity Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Superb

    This podcast has continued to improve year by year. Always enjoy the guests and Skyler is an excellent conversationalist.

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    5
    Ajones45900
    United States6 months ago
  • Great podcast for Former Mormons

    This is a great podcast for those of us who grew up in and left the Lds church and are now Christians, who are gonna spend a long time untangling the many knots that Mormonism tied in our minds.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SolaGratia247
    United Statesa year ago
  • Interesting Juxtaposition

    As a member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I find this an interesting study on our differences. I don’t believe conversion happens through logical debate, I believe it happens through the Holy Spirit of God, which converted me to Jesus Christs true church. I’m often puzzled the conclusions these guys come to, particularly on the three parter of why we disciples “couldn’t believe in Jesus Christs teachings” and pulls some totally bizarre principles out of our scriptures. I’m ... more

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    Elielio4.7
    United States2 years ago
  • Extremely Insightful

    I live in Austin, TX and encounter Mormon missionaries from time to time as well and LDS neighbors. This podcast is extremely insightful to better understand these friends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Servant of One
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent!

    This podcast is really informative for those who want to take a deep dive into the differences between the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and evangelical Christianity. The podcast is also helpful in explaining the differences between the current LDS faith and old school Mormonism. Even though the episodes are lengthy, this podcast is worth your time!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Dr. Ed Romine
    United States4 years ago

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Excellent for listeners seeking deep dives into theology and church history.
Engaging, thoughtful interviews with rigorous scholarly context.
Hosts foster respectful, in-depth dialogue across theological differences.
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250. Stephen Westerholm on Paul's Doctrine of Justification
Q: What do you make of James 2?
Westerholm says James criticizes an intellectual belief that makes no difference to behavior, whereas Paul's faith is committed trust in Jesus that expresses itself in action. People are saved by faith, not works, but not by a faith without works.
250. Stephen Westerholm on Paul's Doctrine of Justification
Q: What is the doctrine of justification?
Westerholm describes it as God declaring sinners righteous through faith in Jesus Christ, whose atonement addresses their sins. Paul contrasts this gracious path with righteousness based on obeying the law, which people cannot achieve because they have broken it.
248. David Rathel on Andrew Fuller
Q: What is the theological context in which Gospel Worthy is being written?
Rathel says Fuller wrote amid a changing English debate about gospel offers and human obligation. Later hyper-Calvinists focused especially on Adamic inability and biblical arguments, rather than foregrounding the earlier doctrines of eternal justification and the glory man.
248. David Rathel on Andrew Fuller
Q: Who was Andrew Fuller and why does he matter?
Rathel describes Fuller as a pastor-theologian whose writing served his church, whose apologetics defended Christianity, and whose work supporting William Carey and challenging hyper-Calvinism helped transform Particular Baptist thought and missionary activity.
246. Ed Romine on Elohim's Divine Complexity v. Yahweh's Divine Simplicity
Q: What about those who would say, wait, don't you say God is also three? That somehow simplicity is a threat to one hand, to the other hand of finding the doctrine of the Trinity. What would you say about that?
Romine says the one divine essence is shared by the three divine persons, so what is true of God in essence is true of the Father, Son, and Spirit. The persons are distinct but the divine essence is not divided.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Distinctive Christianity

What is Distinctive Christianity about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations center on comparing Mormon and creedal Christianity through scholarly and historical lens, often featuring theologians, historians, and religious scholars. Episodes explore topics from medieval canon law to Christology, biblical interpretation, and the interactions between LDS thought and classical creedal faith, with a focus on how Scripture, church history, and philosophy shape contemporary belief and practice. Noteworthy is the mix of rigorous academic insight and practical implications for worship, ministry, and interfaith dialogue, plus a recurring emphasis on integrity in historical critique and clarity in apologetics. The range of guests—from theologians and historians to LDS scholars—keeps the discourse probing, respec... more

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