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Heidelcast

R. Scott Clark
Reformed Theology
Philippians
Jesus Christ
Heidelberg Catechism
Grace
Canons Of Dort
Theonomy
Covenant Of Grace
Abrahamic Covenant
Baptism
Sacraments
Natural Law
Roman Catholic Church
Justification
Hebrews
Christianity
Westminster Confession Of Faith
Reformed Liturgy
Heidelberg Reformation Association
Judaizers

Recovering the Reformed Confession

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In this episode, Dr. Clark continues the series, "Rome, Constantinople, Or Geneva?" looking at the doctrine of salvation, especially the doctrine of justification. The biblical understanding of our justification for God is that we are justified, or d... more

The church of Jesus Christ finds itself in a time when there is a shortage of faithful pastors to fill its pulpits. In this episode, the Superfriends address some of the challenge churches are facing in finding pastors and consider some of the reason... more

In this episode Dr Clark and Brad Isbell discuss ecumenism. What is it? From where does the word come (hint: it's Greek), what should we think about it and can we be ecumenical and faithful to the Scriptures as confessed by the Reformed churches?

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In this episode, Dr. Clark gives more thoughts on reforming the church. A listener asks, "How does a member of a NAPARC church address concerns to the session in an official capacity with out being devisive?" And, " At what point should serious diffe... more

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Recent Guests

Scott McDermond
Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, PCA, Bad Axe, Michigan
First Presbyterian Church, PCA, Bad Axe
Episode: Heidelcast: Pastoral Ministry with Special Guest Rev. Scott McDermand II
Mike Abendroth
Pastor and host of No Compromise Radio
Bethlehem Bible Church / No Compromise Radio
Episode: Heidelcast: On Pastoral Ministry with Special Guest Mike Abendroth
Scott Swarth
Guest on Heidelcast, discussed medieval sacramental theory
Heidelcast
Episode: Heidelcast: Rome, Constantinople, or Geneva (Part 9): The Sacramental System (3)
Jason B. Alligood
Assistant Professor of Theology, Cedarville University
Cedarville University
Episode: Heidelminicast: Superfriends Saturday: Psalms Set to Modern Musical Interpretation and the Boundries of the Regulative Princple of Worship
Scott Swarbrick
Guest on Heidelcast introduced as such
Episode: Heidelminicast: How Should We View the Warning Passages? (Part 1)
Dr. Mike Horton
Host/Founder, Westminster Seminary California context speaker
Westminster Seminary California
Episode: Heidelcast: Best of: God's Holy Law (5)
R. Scott Clark
Pastor and church historian
Heidelcast / Heidelblog.net
Episode: Heidelcast: A Special Episode on Michael Servetus and John Calvin in Geneva
Josiah Wagner
College freshman, reader who sent a letter with questions
Episode: Heidelcast: Superfriends Saturday: Helps to Prepare for Seminary | The Roman Catholic View of Matthew 16:13-20
Dr. Clark
The guest addressed as Dr. Clark; discussed exegetical and historical perspectives
Unspecified in transcript
Episode: Heidelcast: Superfriends Saturday: Exodus 20:4 and Statues, Family Photos, and Art

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Scott Clark
Host of Heidelcast; associated with the Heidelberg Reformation Association; appears across many episodes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 608 ratings
  • The Grass Withers, the Flower Fades.

    Reformed Superfriends is hands down the best podcast under the sun, if you’ve ever wondered how well your favorite covenant theologian takes care of his lawn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Regnum Gratiae
    United Statesa month ago
  • Radio is not dead!

    It lives on in the excellent and pithy content found on the Heidelcast. From the concise contemplations of the Heidelminicasts to the convivial crew on the Superfriends Saturday episodes, you are sure to find much needed winsome encouragement in Reformed piety and practice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ElCaminonome
    United States3 months ago
  • Discovered and recovered

    I was introduced to the Heidelcast during a several-years span of languishing under legal, broad evangelical preaching. I crawled into a Reformed congregation (although, as a Calvinist I thought I was Reformed already), sat in the back row, and would flee before the benediction. But the Gospel mystery of sanctification was understood by this blessed pastor and, little by little, the shackles loosened and I learned my only comfort in life and death. At some point along the way, he mentioned the H... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nate ☕️
    United States3 months ago
  • A Baptist Listener

    I am a Reformedish Baptist pastor and have been listening for years now every Sunday before I go to church. I enjoy the Superfriends especially but listen to many other episodes and use the Heidelblog as a resource too. Though Baptists like me are the butt of many jokes and objections, I have been greatly helped by the Reformed discussion especially on ecclesiology. And yes, I am a Baptist still. Thank you, Dr. Clark.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrRJF1983
    United States3 months ago
  • Great job!

    A highly edifying podcast on the Reformed Faith, theology, history and many others. Scott is very knowledgeable, not to mention hilarious! I would highly recommend this podcast to anyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phil E S
    United States4 months ago

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Heidelminicast: Was Christ's Divine Nature Necessary to Fulfill the Law as the Last Adam?
Q: Was Christ's divine nature necessary to fulfill the law as the Last Adam? If so, how could Adam have obeyed God's command by virtue of only his human nature?
The host explains that Christ's deity underwrites the sufficiency of his suffering and active obedience to bear God's wrath and satisfy the law, while also acknowledging historical debate about whether Christ needed to be fully divine to accomplish this, with various scholars offering differing views on imputation of active obedience.
Heidelminicast: Paid Musician Gigs at Church and the Fourth Commandment
Q: Is the career of church musicians legitimate or a violation of the Fourth Commandment?
Playing music is allowed on ordinary days, but paying church musicians—especially unbelievers or non-members—raises concerns about fidelity to Scripture and the church's confession, suggesting reform toward simpler worship without instrumentalists.
Heidelminicast: Paid Musician Gigs at Church and the Fourth Commandment
Q: Can you play musical instruments for money in a PCA church worship service?
Yes, the host explains that paying professionals is a legitimate vocation in society, but from the standpoint of the Fourth Commandment and the regulative principle, it is problematic to pay instrumentalists who are not members or believers of the church, and a move toward a cappella worship is favored.
Heidelcast: Superfriends Saturday: Where Does the Roman Catholic Rite of Exorcism Come From?
Q: Where does the modern Roman Catholic rite of exorcism come from?
The hosts explain that exorcism has roots in biblical exorcisms, early church practices, and baptismal rites, with later development and reform leading to canonical rules that restrict who may perform major exorcisms and under what conditions.
Heidelcast: Superfriends Saturday: On Schism & Fidelity: A Reply To Redeemed Zoomer
Q: What is schism, and is it always the fault of those who leave a denomination?
Schism is a formal and willful separation from church unity, but the hosts argue that leaving a church due to irreformable corruption can be fidelity to the Word of God rather than mere schism, especially when the church ceases to be faithful to its confessions.

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A thought-provoking, theology-forward program that centers Confessional Reformed doctrine, church history, and pastoral application. Across recent episodes, the hosts and guests explore covenant theology, the law and gospel, the sacramental system, ecclesiology, and denominational history, often contrasting Reformational viewpoints with Roman Catholic and mainline traditions. The conversation blends rigorous exegesis with practical questions about church life, governance, and translation, offering a distinctive, historically grounded perspective that emphasizes confessional fidelity, pastoral clarity, and accessible debate for listeners who value doctrinal precision and historical nuance.

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Recent guests on Heidelcast include:

1. Scott McDermond
2. Mike Abendroth
3. Scott Swarth
4. Jason B. Alligood
5. Scott Swarbrick
6. Dr. Mike Horton
7. R. Scott Clark
8. Josiah Wagner

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