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The Broken Wharfe PodcastEP 38: The Covenant of Works, Nehemiah Coxe and Angels, Ft. Oliver Allmand-SmithIn this episode, Oliver Allmand-Smith joins the show to discuss the Covenant of Works with Jonny and John-Mark. They discuss its implications, referencing the Baptist Catechism and the recent publication of 'Covenant Theology from Adam to Christ' by Nehemiah Coxe and John Owen. Topics include the significance of headship, the distinctions between grace and covenant, and how the covenantal relationship between Adam and God impacts creation. The conversation also explores the relationship between angels and humanity in covenantal terms and the overarching importance of understanding the Covenant of Works in Reformed theology. Tune in for a deep theological discussion...2025-04-2946 minThe Broken Wharfe PodcastEP 35: John Bunyan's Life and Legacy: A Thoughtful Critique, Ft. Oliver Allmand-SmithIn this episode, Oliver Allmand-Smith returns to give a thoughtful critique of the legacy of John Bunyan, its impact on present-day evangelicalism and the importance of confessionalism. The way Bunyan's strengths led to his weaknesses is explored, alongside his weak view of Baptism and Church Membership, and his hyper-individualistic approach to the Christian life. Oliver and John-Mark stress the importance of understanding Bunyan in his own historical context, before closing with a re-emphasis of the admirable qualities of John Bunyan.Send us a textContact Broken Wharfe Tweet us @Brokenwharfe...2025-03-1932 minThe Broken Wharfe PodcastEP 27: An Often Forgotten Aspect of the Gospel, Ft. Pat AbendrothIn this episode, the guys discuss an often forgotten element of the Gospel - the active obedience of Christ, with Patrick Abendroth, Pastor of Omaha Bible Church, Nebraska. They discuss what active obedience is, why the Bible teaches it, why it's important for us to understand it, how it relates to covenant theology, and how we are saved by it! Other things discussed are the relationship between good works and justification, the doctrine of final justification and the usefulness of confessions of faith. Tune in to find out more.Get hold of Patrick's book "The...2024-09-1136 min
Calvary Christian Fellowship - Silksworth11.08.24 PM - 1 Timothy 6:16Speaker: John Mark Allmand-Smith2024-08-1150 minCalvary Christian Fellowship - Silksworth07.05.23 PM - 1 Corinthians 1:17-25Speaker: John-Mark Allmand-Smith2023-05-0755 minThe Broken Wharfe PodcastDoes Having a Confession of Faith Make You a Narrow Church? Ft. Oliver Allmand-SmithDoes having a confession of faith make a church narrow in theology, critical of other churches and hunkered down in their own bunker, unwilling to work with others?John Mark and Jonny talk with Oliver Allmand-Smith about the true spirit of the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith, those who wrote it and how the Confession promotes a generous and warm orthodoxy challenging churches to pray for each other and partner for the gospel.Resources for Further Study:- Recovering Our Confessional Heritage Bundle : Masterfully brings together biblical, systematic and historical...2022-08-1135 min