STT 125 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (11): Have You Ever Thought about How Trinitarianism Can Help Your Marriage?

STT 125 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (11): Have You Ever Thought about How Trinitarianism Can Help Your Marriage?

Author: Jonathan Shirk August 31, 2023 Duration: 9:25

NEW BOOKS: I have some study leave in September. I'll be working on releasing an (1) electronic version of the Heidelberg Catechism for Kindle on Amazon and (2) a devotional edition of the Heidelberg Catechism with Scripture references (NASB) and discussion questions. Look for their release SOON!

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You'll find Small Town Theologian emerging from an unlikely studio: Rev. Jonathan Shirk's walk-in closet. There's a grounded, unvarnished quality to these conversations that feels like a direct reflection of that humble setting. Each episode is deliberately crafted to fit within a ten-minute window, offering a focused moment of clarity amid a busy day. The approach is consistently biblical and rooted in a confessional Reformed perspective, but the aim is deeply practical. Jonathan draws on these theological foundations to address the real and often messy challenges that families and individuals face, seeking to translate ancient truths into present comfort and guidance. This isn't about abstract lectures; it's about applying enduring gospel truths to the complexities of modern life. The result is a podcast that feels both thoughtful and accessible, a brief respite that offers substance without demanding a huge investment of time. You can expect each compact session to deliver a clear, comforting thought to carry with you, making profound concepts feel approachable and immediately relevant. It's a quiet space for reflection built from the ground up in a small town.
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SPECIAL (013) - Why I Pulled Episode 129 on Secular Counseling [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:53
On Thursday, November 2, I released an episode titled "Secular Counseling vs. the Sufficiency of Christ & His Word." It was part of my series titled "A Marriage Made in Heidelberg." I removed the episode from my podcast.…