In this episode, Jordan Steffaniak talks with Dr. Bruce Pass about the theological contributions of Herman Bavinck. They explore Bavinck's historical context, his critiques of Protestant orthodoxy, and the significance of his work in contemporary theology. The conversation also highlights the challenges of translating Bavinck's writings and the importance of engaging with both historical and modern theological ideas. Pass shares insights from his recent translation project and edited volume on Bavinck, emphasizing the need for theologians to understand the past while addressing present challenges.
Resources:
1) The Foremost Problems of Contemporary Dogmatics: On Faith, Knowledge, and the Christian Tradition, trans. Bruce Pass and Gert De Kok
2) Herman Bavinck: Centenary Essays, edited by Bruce Pass
Chapters
00:00 Creating an Intellectual Culture
01:21 Introduction to Herman Bavinck
06:29 Engaging with Bavinck's Theological Vision
11:04 The Significance of Bavinck's Lectures
14:55 Bavinck's Critique of Protestant Orthodoxy
17:50 Bavinck's Historical Context and Methodology
21:09 New Essays on Bavinck's Theology
26:08 Bavinck's Influence on Psychology and Counseling
30:09 The Need for Contemporary Theologians
33:02 Exploring Bavinck and Barth
36:42 Forming Future Theologians
