Simply Put
Simply Put is a short podcast about long theological words. Each week, Barry Cooper explains a different biblical or theological term in simple language, using illustrations to make it applicable to daily life. The podcast aims to help listeners understand concepts like imputation, justification, theophany, and theodicy without needing a degree or dictionary. It is produced by Ligonier Ministries, a Christian educational organization.
Episodes
Justification
We can never be good enough to meet the demands of God's law. In this episode, Barry Cooper testifies to the One who met those demands on our behalf. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/justification/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://d
Sanctification
On this episode of Simply Put, Barry Cooper considers what it means to be sanctified: to be set apart by God for a purpose. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/sanctification/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explo
Original Sin
Sin isn't just what we do; it's who we are. On this episode of Simply Put, Barry Cooper defines the term "original sin" and explains how it became our natural state. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/original-sin/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Do
Universalism and Hell
Why do some people claim that hell will ultimately be unpopulated? Today, Barry Cooper contrasts this idea with the clear teaching of Jesus on who will inherit eternal life and who will not. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/universalism-and-hell/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported o
Preterism
Is it possible that the apocalypse has already happened without many of us realizing it? Today, Barry Cooper considers two related ways of interpreting the Bible's end-times prophecies. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/preterism/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligoni
Adonai
The name Adonai refers to God's absolute sovereignty over creation. Today, Barry Cooper explains the most exalted title used to describe God in the Old Testament. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/adonai/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: htt
Theophany and Christophany
If we're paying attention in our Bible reading, we'll find that the New Testament isn't the first place we meet Jesus. Today, Barry Cooper considers the Old Testament appearances of Christ and the Lord's heart to be present with His people. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/theophany-and-christophany/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Min
Biblical Theology
To make sense of the many details in Scripture, we need to get to grips with the overarching story of the Bible, following God's unfolding revelation chapter by chapter and book by book. Today, Barry Cooper introduces the important discipline of biblical theology. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/biblical-theology/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle fr
Biblical Theology
To make sense of the many details in Scripture, we need to get to grips with the overarching story of the Bible, following God's unfolding revelation chapter by chapter and book by book. In this episode, Barry Cooper introduces the important discipline of biblical theology. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/biblical-theology Study Reformed theology with a free resource
Anthropomorphism
When God wanted to reveal Himself in the most unmistakable way imaginable, He spoke with language that our minds can understand. Today, Barry Cooper explains why our Creator often uses human traits and characteristics to describe Himself in His Word. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/anthropomorphism/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Min
Impassibility
In His unchanging divine nature, God does not and cannot suffer. Does that mean He's unable to love us or to empathize with our pain? Today, Barry Cooper explains why the doctrine of divine impassibility is wonderful news for sufferers and sinners. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/impassibility/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministri
Immutability
We live in a world that never stops changing. But there is One who is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Today, Barry Cooper spells out the security we have in knowing the unchanging God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/immutability/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach
Postmillennialism
How optimistic are you about the future? Today, Barry Cooper examines one of the main views Christians have held about the end of the world, the glory of God's kingdom, and the reign and return of Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/postmillennialism/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-s
Apollinarianism
When we read in John 1:14 that "the Word became flesh," we recognize that Jesus took on a human body. But did Christ take on a human soul too? Today, Barry Cooper discusses a fourth-century heresy that seems slightly off but actually makes a world of difference. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/apollinarianism/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from L
The Second Coming
If you are a Christian, your best days are ahead of you and getting closer by the moment. Today, Barry Cooper considers how the promised return of Jesus calls us to steward our lives faithfully and look with hope to the moment we see Him face to face. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-second-coming/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier M
Eschatology
What makes people so obsessed about the end of the world? Today, Barry Cooper considers what Christians should know about the "last days" and how we ought to live in light of the promise of Christ's soon return. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/eschatology/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-
The Ascension
When we talk about the ascension, we aren't merely referring to Jesus' physical rising into the sky. Today, Barry Cooper explains that in this climactic moment, the victorious Christ rose to His throne as King of kings and Lord of lords. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-ascension/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https:/
Lamentation
It can sometimes seem as if Christians don't have permission to be unhappy. Today, Barry Cooper reminds us that Jesus Himself was a "man of sorrows"—and our expressions of sadness are heard by our good God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/lamentation/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-suppo
Abba
God tells us in His Word to address him as "Abba," the Aramaic word meaning "Father." Today, Barry Cooper considers God's unqualified goodness as our heavenly Father. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/abba/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: h
Elders
How should a local church be organized? Does everyone in any given church have the same role, or do particular people have particular responsibilities? Today, Barry Cooper explores what Scripture says about leadership in the local church. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/elders/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.
Imago Dei
The fact that we are "made in God's image" sets us apart from every other creature on earth (Gen. 1:27). Today, Barry Cooper reminds us of the extraordinary privilege we have of being made in the image of the triune God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/imago-dei/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A
The Fall
Though darkness and death entered the world through one man, so light and life has entered through another. Today, Barry Cooper considers the fall of man and the promise of the Savior. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-fall/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier
Being Filled with the Spirit
What does it mean to be "filled with the Holy Spirit"? Today, Barry Cooper turns to Scripture to help us grasp the truth behind this often-misunderstood question. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/being-filled-with-the-spirit/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier M
Exegesis and Eisegesis
Our responsibility as Bible readers is to draw out the truth from the page open before us, not to try and make Scripture say whatever we'd like. Today, Barry Cooper highlights the importance of studying God's Word rightly. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/exegesis-and-eisegesis/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.
Selah
Have you ever seen something so beautiful, so awe-inspiring, that it left you breathless? Today, Barry Cooper ponders the meaning and significance of the Hebrew word "selah." Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/selah/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries.
Quietism and Activism
How do we grow as Christians? Do we passively "let go and let God," or is it all about us and our hard work toward holiness? Today, Barry Cooper shows how the truth revealed in Scripture avoids both of these pitfalls. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/quietism-and-activism/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligoni
Supralapsarianism and Infralapsarianism
In eternity, did God choose to elect His people to salvation based on His decision to permit humanity's fall into sin, or was it the other way around? Today, Barry Cooper takes up this heady question and the two big words that seek to answer it. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/supralapsarianism-and-infralapsarianism/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle
Demons
The New Testament is unapologetic about the reality and danger of demonic spirits. Today, Barry Cooper exhorts us to think soberly about these spiritual forces. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/demons/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https
Incarnation
The eternal Son of God took on flesh and died as a man, all so that death itself would die. Today, Barry Cooper speaks on an awesome reality, recorded in Scripture, that sets the Christian faith apart from all other religions. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/incarnation/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonie
The Sufficiency of Scripture
Is the Bible all we need to live life well? Today, Barry Cooper explains that Scripture tells us everything we must believe in order to be saved and what we must do in order to please God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-sufficiency-of-scripture/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-suppor
Abomination of Desolation
Jesus warned His disciples of an "abomination of desolation" who would defile the temple. Is this a figure we should still expect, or has he come already? Today, Barry Cooper turns to the context of Christ's warning to give clarity to this figure's identity. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/abomination-of-desolation/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle
Sabbath
After completing His work of creating the world, God rested—but not because He got tired and needed a break. Today, Barry Cooper explains how the Sabbath reminds us to regularly rest in God and enjoy the ultimate rest that He has given His people in Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/sabbath/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Minis
Irresistible Grace
When Jesus calls people to Himself, they come. Today, Barry Cooper shows how God puts His sovereign grace in display every time a lost soul is drawn to Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/irresistible-grace-simply-put/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Min
Unconditional Election
On what basis does God choose His people for salvation? Today, Barry Cooper explains that our eternal destiny doesn't ultimately depend on our free choice—and why that's a good thing. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/unconditional-election-simply-put/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-suppor
Penal Substitutionary Atonement
In order for our sin to be dealt with, someone must face the penalty our sin deserves. Today, Barry Cooper points to the only One who is qualified to take our sin upon Himself and reconcile us to God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/penal-substitutionary-atonement/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/
King
Followers of Jesus seem to be at the mercy of earthly kings bent on destroying them. But each of these rulers will instantly fold at a single word from the mouth of Christ. Today, Barry Cooper invites us to take heart in knowing the King of kings and Lord of lords. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/king/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier
Priest
If you are a believer in Jesus Christ, you have full access to the Creator and can approach Him without fear of being destroyed. Today, Barry Cooper expresses how Jesus, our Great High Priest, has atoned for our sin and intercedes on our behalf. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/priest/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https:
Prophet
While the prophets often did present God's revelation of the future, their calling had much more to do with how God's people were living in the present. Today, Barry Cooper observes how the prophets reminded God's people of their covenant obligations, culminating in the ultimate Prophet, Jesus Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/prophet/ Study Reformed theology wi
The Inspiration of Scripture
When we open the Bible, we can be sure that what we're reading has been breathed out by God. Today, Barry Cooper delves into the marvelous doctrine of the inspiration of Scripture. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-inspiration-of-scripture/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outr
High Places
All of the world's idols demand that we make endless sacrifices for them. But only Jesus has accomplished the ultimate sacrifice we need. Today, Barry Cooper explains how the idols we encounter in the Old Testament are far more relevant than we realize. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/high-places/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Minis
Ad Fontes
If you want the pure truth, you have to go back to the source. Today, Barry Cooper considers a rallying cry from the Reformation that calls us ever back again to God's Word, the source of true wisdom. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/ad-fontes/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported out
Sacrament
The sacraments of baptism and the Lord's Supper help the church to see spiritual realities that would otherwise be hidden from us. Today, Barry Cooper addresses how these visible depictions of the gospel stir up our faith in Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/sacrament/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.lig
Perseverance
No one who is truly united to Christ can ever be snatched from the hand of God. Today, Barry Cooper examines an encouraging truth: when God gives someone the gift of saving faith, He will preserve that faith to the end. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/perseverance/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/
Hallelujah
This word of praise erupts out of the final chapters of the book of Psalms and of the book of Revelation. Today, Barry Cooper explores a word that calls us to marvel at the self-sustaining, eternally existing, utterly transcendent nature of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/hallelujah-2/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries:
Amen
Christians all over the world regularly use this word, but what does it actually mean? Today, Barry Cooper explores the significance of "amen" and how this ancient word is intimately connected to Jesus. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/amen/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outrea
Apocrypha
Why do some Bibles include 15 extra books that are not found in other Bibles? Today, Barry Cooper digs into the history behind these books and considers what role they should serve in the Christian life. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/apocrypha/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported
Limited Atonement
How could the perfect atonement won for us by Christ ever be considered "limited?" Today, Barry Cooper unpacks the precious meaning of a much-misunderstood phrase. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/limited-atonement-simply-put/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier
Offices of Christ
Jesus Christ is the summit of a long line of prophets, priests, and kings. But unlike all who came before Him, Christ bears all three of these roles and perfectly fulfills them. Today, Barry Cooper describes the glory of Jesus' threefold office. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/offices-of-christ/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministr
Adiaphora
How should we make choices on matters that are neither commanded nor forbidden by Scripture? Today, Barry Cooper considers how Christians should exercise the freedom that God has given us. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/adiaphora/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Lig
Hesed
To love others as we should, we first need to understand how deeply and irrevocably God loves His people. Today, Barry Cooper explains a Hebrew word that should profoundly affect our view of the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/hesed/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreac
Gnosticism
What is the Christian view of the body? Do we need to be freed from the physical world in order to be truly spiritual? Today, Barry Cooper talks about an ancient philosophy that still leads many people to have wrong ideas about our physical bodies. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/gnosticism/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries:
The Teleological Argument
When we look at the intricate order, balance, and patterns that are intrinsic to life and the universe, is it rational to conclude that these things are the product of blind and random forces? Today, Barry Cooper considers a classic argument for our Creator's existence. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-teleological-argument/ Study Reformed theology with a free reso
Providence
Is God like a cosmic cheerleader who is rooting for us on the sidelines but cannot get involved in the game? Today, Barry Cooper explores how the Lord is actively unfolding His good plan for His people, a plan that was set irrevocably before time began. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/providence/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Minist
The Nicene Creed
Historical creeds and confessions are like letters from Christians who have come before us, warning us against dangerous theological mistakes that have threatened the church in the past. Today, Barry Cooper considers one of the most important Christian creeds ever written. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-nicene-creed/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource b
The Noetic Effects of Sin
What does it look like to love the Lord with all our mind? Today, Barry Cooper shows how sin affects our thinking and how our minds can become aligned with God's truth. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-noetic-effects-of-sin/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonie
Pentecost
Pentecost means "fiftieth day," and the Bible describes two very significant "fiftieth day" events. Today, Barry Cooper describes the similarities and differences between those events so we may better know God's gifts to His people of deliverance and life. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/pentecost/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Mini
Special Revelation
The Creator has revealed His existence by creating. But He has done much more than that. In this episode, Barry Cooper considers how God has made Himself known clearly and specifically by speaking to His creatures. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/special-revelation/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org
The Eternity of God
Eternity isn't the place where God lives. God is where eternity lives. Today, Barry Cooper considers the timelessness of God and our yearning to be in His everlasting presence. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-eternity-of-god/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligon
Deism
Do you believe in a God who respects your personal space, one you can keep at arm's length? Today, Barry Cooper explores the origins and impact of a philosophy that tries to place God at a safe distance. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/deism/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outr
Miracles
Throughout redemptive history, the Lord has worked wonders that are impossible to explain apart from His divine power. Today, Barry Cooper describes what miracles are and what they are for. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/miracles/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Lig
The Millennium
Christians have spent a lot of time mulling over the precise meaning of the thousand-year period spoken of in Revelation 20. Today, Barry Cooper explains the significance of the Millennium and the different views surrounding it. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-millennium/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.li
The Final Judgment
What could be more appalling than living in a world where nothing really matters, where even the most extreme cruelty is met with vacuous silence? Today, Barry Cooper explains why God's judgment is actually something for which we should be thankful. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-final-judgment/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Mi
The Necessity of Scripture
If someone comes to us claiming to speak for God, how could we ever know whether they're telling the truth? Today, Barry Cooper shows why God's written Word is absolutely necessary if we are to know the life-giving truth of His Son. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-necessity-of-scripture/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries:
The Fruit of the Spirit
What should the Christian life look like? Today, Barry Cooper identifies nine qualities that the Spirit of God grows and cultivates in every true believer. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-fruit-of-the-spirit/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. D
The Resurrection
If you are a Christian, you don't have to feverishly tick off items on your bucket list as if "you only live once." You can give your life away for the sake of others, knowing you have a thousand lifetimes to enjoy in the life to come. Today, Barry Cooper revels in the glory of Christ's resurrection and ours. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-resurrection/ Study Ref
Theodicy
Whatever questions we may have about the reason behind our pain, Christians can't possibly conclude that God is aloof from suffering, that He doesn't care about evil, or that He hasn't done anything about it. Today, Barry Cooper presents three truths that help us trust in the goodness of God when facing the darkness of this world. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/theod
The Day of Atonement
Only once in the whole year could the high priest of Israel enter the Holy of Holies to approach the fearsome presence of a holy God: the Day of Atonement. Today, Barry Cooper explains what this day revealed about the depth of our guilt and how it pointed forward to a greater day when the sin of God's people would be dealt with forever. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put
Temple
The temple was an enduring representation of the fact that the Lord, as the God of His people, will never leave them. Today, Barry Cooper points us to a greater temple that is more enduring still. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/temple/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach o
Tabernacle
Why does the Old Testament contain exacting instructions for building a meeting place with God? Should we follow these assembly instructions today so that God may dwell with us? Today, Barry Cooper explains the role of the tabernacle and the One who has fulfilled it. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/tabernacle/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from L
Contradiction and Paradox
God does not ask His people to abandon logic and simply accept the teachings of His Word on faith. Today, Barry Cooper helps us distinguish between a paradox and a contradiction. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/contradiction-and-paradox/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach
The Babylonian Captivity
The Lord is slow to anger, but His patience with religious hypocrites does not last forever. Today, Barry Cooper considers what Israel's exile into Babylon teaches us about the danger of becoming complacent with our sin. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-babylonian-captivity/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.
Propitiation
Anger is the response of a perfectly loving God when sin is committed against Him and others. Today, Barry Cooper explains the merciful way that God has appeased His wrath against His people in order to spare them from His righteous judgment. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/propitiation/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: htt
Gospel
Because of what Jesus Christ has done, death and darkness are on borrowed time. Today, Barry Cooper delivers the best news that we can ever hear. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/gospel/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligon
The Kingdom of God
The Lord reigns as King over all things. Yet, there is another sense in which the kingdom of God has not yet fully come. Today, Barry Cooper considers the meaning behind the metaphors pertaining to God's kingdom. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-kingdom-of-god/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/
Messiah / Christ
Far from being Jesus' last name, "Christ" is a title that carries immense meaning. Today, Barry Cooper tells of the glory that Jesus bears as the ultimate Prophet, Priest, and King. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/messiah-christ/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligon
The Abrahamic Covenant
What does a Mesopotamian sheep herder from 4,000 years ago have to do with us? Today, Barry Cooper explains how God's promise to Abraham reveals the good news of Jesus Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-abrahamic-covenant/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Lig
Adoption
It has become a cliché to say, "We're all God's children." But actually, that isn't true. Today, Barry Cooper articulates the extraordinary privilege Christians have in being adopted into the family of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/adoption/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supporte
The Apostles' Creed
Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/the-apostles-creed/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
Glory
A significant part of our lives is driven by the pursuit of two words: "Well done." Today, Barry Cooper observes that the pursuit of glory is not a bad thing—as long as we're seeking it in the right place. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/glory/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported ou
Sin
When we sin, we strive to substitute our own authority for God's. Today, Barry Cooper explains what makes our sin so devastating and points to another substitution as our only source of hope. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/sin/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org
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