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Applying the rich resources of the Reformation to today's church in a weekly, multi-denominational roundtable discussion about theology and culture.

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Back in 2006, White Horse Inn released a year-long series titled Romans Revolution. This series holds a special place in the history of our organization. Our long-time listeners and supporters have shared that these discussions were foundational in s... more

Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Walter Strickland, and Justin Holcomb share their favorite lesser-known and obscure theologians from church history. While the works of Luther, Calvin, and Augustine loom large in the church's discussions (and rightly so),... more

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Every generation has seen itself in Revelation's visions, and far too many have failed to see how the book speaks to the church throughout all the ages. Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Walter Strickland, and Justin Holcomb examine how the Bible's last bo... more

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Michael Horton, Walter Strickland, Bob Hiller, and Justin Holcomb survey one of the most consequential books in the history of the world: The book of Genesis. They examine how it's theological themes confronted the myths and gods of its own time, and... more

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Recent Guests

John Fugelsang
Political commentator, comedian, interviewee
Media commentator, author of The Separation of Church and Hate
Episode: What Secular People Get Right (and Wrong) About Jesus and the Bible
Bob Hiller
Lutheran pastor
Episode: The Theology of Christopher Nolan
Dr. Robert Godfrey
President of Westminster Theological Seminary (California)
Westminster Theological Seminary
Episode: Why Are People Coming to the Reformation?
Tim Staples
Catholic apologist and Director of Apologetics at St. Joseph Catholic Radio; staff at St. Justin Martyrs' Roman Catholic Parish, Anaheim, California
St. Joseph Catholic Radio; St. Justin Martyrs' Parish
Episode: Why Are Evangelicals Becoming Roman Catholics?
Alastair McGrath
Oxford professor speaking on nationalism and faith
Oxford University
Episode: Nationalism and Evangelicals in the 1990s
Magnus Persson
Lutheran pastor, ordained Verba Divini minister; host of Reformera podcast
EFS (Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Church)
Episode: Secularism Is Dying. What's Next?
Mary Van Weelden
Content manager for Sola Media, theologian
Sola Media
Episode: How Instagram and TiKTok Are Replacing the Church
Caleb Wait
Director of Content for Sola Media
Sola Media
Episode: From Nietzsche to Nick Fuentes: The Rise of Nihilism Online
Adam Francisco
Director of Academics for 1517.org and a professor in the Concordia University system, specializing in theology and Islamic studies.
1517.org
Episode: The Rise of Islam in the West with Adam Francisco

Hosts

Michael Horton
Reformed professor and host; long-running voice in confessional theology; affiliated with Westminster Seminary California and White Horse Inn
Bob Hiller
Lutheran pastor; regular participant offering pastoral counterpoints and lived ministry perspective
Justin Holcomb
Episcopal Bishop and theology professor; provides pastoral and definitional framing
Walter Strickland
Baptist theology professor and pastor; ecumenical perspective
Dave
Host facilitating discussion; central moderator in many rounds

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Evangelical to Catholic

    I am disappointed you did not press more on Catholicism. Asked if he believes the Apocrypha is canonical. Ask if he believes Mary was a virgin for her entire life. Why does the Catholic Church believe Mary can save you as well as Jesus. I was born and raised a catholic. 12 years Catholic school. Catholics at the core have no assurance of salvation, elevate Mary to a different Mary than in the Bible, have a catechism that is larger than the Bible and very convoluted and can constantly change. Whi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    m muzik
    United States3 months ago
  • Theological and Helpful

    WHI has been an important part of my Sunday morning for years. I appreciate the sound theology and worldview discussions. With the new format, though, I miss the routine of weekly conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linwall1
    United States4 months ago
  • Positive Review

    Interesting, uplifting, and fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CHEESEBURGERSAREDELICIOUS
    United States6 months ago
  • Learning so much from this podcast

    Thank you for teaching me so much about church history, theology, discernment about the various theological and cultural arguments. I’m so grateful that you are sharing your wealth of knowledge

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seekfind
    United States10 months ago
  • Terrific

    So helpful and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KTMJosh
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests and hosts are seen as knowledgeable and passionate about Reformation-informed Christianity.
A few reviews push back on perceived woke or controversial shifts; overall sentiment skewed positive.
Listeners praise rigorous theology and accessible church history discussions.
Some critiques note a shift in format or tone with new formats or episodes.
Positive feedback highlights cross-denominational dialogue and gospel-centered content.

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We Reviewed ChatGPT's Answers to Your Theology Questions
Q: Does AI's answer capture the depth of Christian doctrine, or does it reduce faith to therapeutic language?
They argue that AI tends to reduce Christianity to buzzwords and therapeutic categories, lacking the necessary focus on sin, grace, and the objective realities of Christ's work, and thus fails to point people to Jesus crucified and risen.
We Reviewed ChatGPT's Answers to Your Theology Questions
Q: What is better for my mental health: believing in the resurrection or practicing Eastern meditation?
The panelists acknowledge AI's balanced view but contend that the resurrection offers true, objective grounding that transcends mere therapeutic benefit, arguing that ultimate hope comes from the truth of the gospel rather than transient emotional comfort.
The Rise of Islam in the West with Adam Francisco
Q: What do Muslims think about the doctrine of the Trinity?
Most Muslims believe that the Trinity is a misunderstanding of the concept of monotheism and see it as inconsistent with their belief that God cannot have partners or offspring.
The Theology of C.S. Lewis
Q: How do we engage with the more controversial aspects of Lewis?
We should recognize he is a layman wrestling with complex issues and that disagreement is part of respectful engagement.
The Theology of C.S. Lewis
Q: How should we approach his nonfiction work?
We should not skip the preface as Lewis sets out his goal for the book and takes a humble approach, discovering alongside his readers.

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A weekly roundtable sketches a broad, ecumenical approach to theology and culture, drawing on Reformation-era insights to illuminate current church life. Conversations regularly cover church history, biblical interpretation, doctrinal disputes, and how faith intersects politics, media, and society—often with a historical or confessional lens. Noteworthy is the breadth of denominations represented, the focus on “law and gospel” and historic confessions, and the willingness to tackle controversial topics, from Catholic and Orthodox perspectives to modern technocultural shifts. This mix can be especially helpful for listeners seeking rigorous theology presented in a discussion format that balances scholarship with pastoral insight.

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2. Core Christianity
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2. Bob Hiller
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5. Alastair McGrath
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