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Truth Unites

Gavin Ortlund
Church History
Christian Theology
Trinity
Purgatory
Christianity
Noah's Flood
Protestantism
Flood Of Noah
Divine Simplicity
John Chrysostom
Elijah
Historical Theology
Prayers For the Dead
Eastern Orthodoxy
Gospel Assurance
The Protestant Reformation
Genesis
Theology
Holy Spirit
Agnus Domini

Truth Unites promotes gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Church. Support: truthunites.org/donate/ www.patreon.com/truthunites

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Gavin Ortlund explores why a closer look at Isaiah 53 shows the “suffering servant” is more than corporate Israel, pointing instead to an individual whose mission, innocence, and sacrificial death align strikingly with Jesus.

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Gavin Ortlund explains why Blaise Pascal’s wager still matters today, and why even a little openness to God might be the most important decision you ever make.

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Gavin Ortlund
Host and theologian who promotes theological depth and respectful dialogue on diverse theological views. He engages thoughtfully with complex religious issues while fostering a spirit of Christian charity among differing perspectives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Excellent!

    Gavin combines academics with accessibility and he does it all while seeking to live out the greatest commandments—Love of God and neighbor. Gavin’s YouTube channel and podcast is one of a kind. Thanks for all the work you do Gavin!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Schaufe
    United States22 days ago
  • engaging and helpful

    What stands out most is the clarity and calmness he brings to complex theological discussions. The podcast isn’t driven by emotion or debate for its own sake—it’s guided by reason, charity, and a sincere pursuit of truth. Every episode leaves you more grounded, more informed, and more encouraged.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThomasRoacho
    United States23 days ago
  • Engaging & Biblical

    I came across this podcast while reading “What it means to be Protestant “ by Gavin. This book addressed everything I was currently thinking about especially the Eastern Orthodox claims to apostolic succession and Roman Catholic claims to being the original church that was born at Pentecost. Long story short this was a timely book for me. This podcast is very informative and encouraging! Thanks Gavin!

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MG1776KC
    United States2 months ago
  • Truth unites, so lies tear apart

    Gavin Ortlund embodies the contradictions of Protestantism: he preaches “mere Christianity” while sanctifying fragmentation, reduces salvation to courtroom metaphors while ignoring theosis, and cherry-picks the Fathers to prop up modern individualism. His irenic apologetics mask a deeper relativism, softening the radical claims of the one true Church into lowest-common-denominator religion.

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    Shrandpa
    United States2 months ago
  • Great resource

    I'm so thankful for Gavin and his thoughtful, biblical content. His perspective is refreshing and wise. He is academic, so some info may be a little hard to follow, but he does his best to make everything accessible for the common person. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
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    KSB1203
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep theological insights and respectful dialogues, often noting the host's humility and clarity in complex discussions.
A few critiques mention occasional disagreements with the theological positions presented, but overall feedback remains overwhelmingly positive.
Many find the content engaging and relevant, emphasizing the uniqueness of the host's approach to addressing controversial topics in theology.
Some express gratitude for the podcast's role in deepening their faith and understanding of Christian doctrine.

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The State of Protestant Apologetics
Q: Who should dive into Protestant apologetics?
Those who are eager should be more cautious, and those who are cautious should be more eager.
Best Evidence for Jesus OUTSIDE the Bible (With Tom Schmidt)
Q: How do we do that with this?
Dr. Schmidt recommends that Josephus' testimony lends credence to the New Testament narratives, showing that the apostles believed in the resurrection and affirming the historical accuracy of their accounts.
Best Evidence for Jesus OUTSIDE the Bible (With Tom Schmidt)
Q: Based on all the factors, how confident are you that this paragraph is authentic to Josephus?
Dr. Schmidt expressed very high confidence, suggesting that he believes the majority of it is authentic due to the extensive linguistic parallels and its acceptance among scholars.
Best Evidence for Jesus OUTSIDE the Bible (With Tom Schmidt)
Q: What initially drew you to the topic of Josephus and his testimony about Jesus?
Dr. Schmidt became interested in Josephus because of his historical accounts related to Jesus and wanted to investigate the authenticity of those accounts against the skepticism of scholars.
Is the Book of Job Evil?
Q: Is Job's restoration a crass replacement?
No, Job's children are not replaced; they potentially exist in the presence of God.

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