Do Lutherans consider Calvinists heretical, heterodox, or what?

Do Lutherans consider Calvinists heretical, heterodox, or what?

Author: 1517 August 3, 2020 Duration: 9:57

Ted asks Rod about how Lutherans view Calvinists and their doctrine. Rod talks about what he was taught about the differences and speaks about his history with Mike Horton on the White Horse Inn radio program, and what he thinks is the most important focus of both camps.

SHOW NOTES:
"Wittenberg vs. Geneva" by Pastor Brian Thomas
https://www.amazon.com/Wittenberg-vs-Geneva-Biblical-Doctrines/dp/1945500379/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2CWX4A3FS7N8Y&dchild=1&keywords=wittenberg+vs+geneva&qid=1596477204&sprefix=wittenberg+vs+%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-1

"Between Wittenberg and Geneva" by Robert Kolb and Carl Trueman
https://www.amazon.com/Between-Wittenberg-Geneva-Lutheran-Conversation/dp/0801049814/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Robert+kolb+carl+trueman&qid=1596477135&s=books&sr=1-2

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In the spirit of those free-flowing back deck conversations in Irvine, Talks with Dad Rod captures the essence of long talks about life, faith, and everything in between. This podcast is a continuation of that tradition, now hosted by Rod and his son, Ted. Each brief episode distills the warmth and depth of those discussions into a six-minute format, offering a moment of reflection amidst daily routines. Listeners will hear candid exchanges rooted in a Christian worldview, yet broadly engaging with culture, philosophy, and the nuances of modern society. It’s less a formal lecture and more like pulling up a chair to listen in on a thoughtful dialogue between a father and son. The podcast naturally explores spirituality and personal experience, aiming to provide genuine connection and insight one short talk at a time.
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