Chris Larson & Bob Godfrey Discuss Ligonier's New State of Theology Survey and Curriculum on AGR

Rev. Chris Gordon, Dr. W. Robert Godfrey, and Chris Larson discuss the upcoming 2025 State of Theology Survey from Ligonier Ministries. They delve into the survey's findings, highlighting concerning trends in theological understanding among evangelicals in the US. The conversation covers a range of topics, including views on human nature, the Holy Spirit, God's love, religious pluralism, and the importance of local church membership. They also touch upon the broader societal implications of theological decline and Ligonier's efforts to promote robust biblical understanding.

00:00:00 - Introductions
00:02:30 - RC Sproul's Rare Teaching Approach
00:05:15 - Ligonier's Global Reach
00:06:00 - Lack of Formal Theological Training Among Pastors
00:07:00 - The Soon-to-Be-Released 2025 State of Theology Survey
00:09:20 - Theology as the Starting Point for Cultural Debates
00:13:35 - Survey Question: Are Men Born Good?
00:21:00 - Disconnect in Understanding the Holy Spirit
00:21:55 - Novelty Driving Theological Understanding
00:23:00 - The 20th Century's Misunderstanding of the Holy Spirit
00:24:12 - Pentecostalism's Influence and Self-Centered Experiences
00:25:50 - The Bifurcation of Worship and Teaching
00:26:40 - Why God Teaches Us Through His Word
00:27:10 - Survey Question: Does God Love All People?
00:35:25 - Church's Choice: Accommodate or Adhere to Scripture?
00:38:00 - Survey Question: Does God Accept Worship from All Religions?
00:43:50 - Survey Question: Obligation to Join a Local Church?
00:47:30 - Young People Seeking Robust Theology
00:53:10 - Survey Question: Should Marriage Be Between a Man and Woman?
01:01:40 - Theology Connects to All of Life
01:08:55 - Cognitive Decline and Offloading Critical Thinking
01:13:30 - Growing in God’s Word Curriculum
01:17:40 - Ligonier Conference at Escondido URC: Semper Reformanda

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