Farmer Theologian

Eric discusses highlights from the 2024 Shepherds Conference.

Eric discusses his strategy for reading and gives a few podcast recommendations.

Eric discusses making applications once we've rightly understood the Word of God.

Eric discusses what it means to have Christ and the Gospel the center of our lives.

Eric discusses the topic of stewardship and preparing for 2024.

"Living by the Compass" Tom Pennington: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOtNgP7Z8nk

"The Brevity and Urgency of Life" Don Green: https://www.thegracelifepulpit.com/sermons.aspx?code=2023-05-21-DG

Redeeming Productivity, Reagan Rose: https://redeemingproductivity.com/

Eric discusses Colossians 3.15-17 and what it teaches us about thankfulness.

Eric discusses what Leviticus reveals about the holiness of God.

Eric Discusses Colossians 3.15 and what it teaches about living Peaceably.

Sermon mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVNy7dBkLlk

Eric discusses how the book of Exodus displays the faithfulness of God.

Eric completes his Main Points series with a look at the doctrine of eschatology.

Eric discusses what the book of Genesis reveals about the sovereignty of God.

Eric discusses fellowship in the local church.

Eric offers the next installment of his "Main Points Series" with a look at the doctrine of ecclesiology.

Eric gives a brief report on his trip to Honduras and how we can be praying for the ministry work there.

Eric discusses dangerous errors caused by using descriptive passages of Scripture to ignore the clear prescriptions given in Scripture.

Eric discusses God's design for marriage from Genesis 2.18-25.

Eric discusses the vital need for men and women in the church to live sensible lives.

The Baptism Debate: https://www.amazon.com/Baptism-Debate-Understanding-Evaluating-Reformed-ebook/dp/B0BW4W8C1B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3VQ9RIT15IXHC&keywords=The+Baptism+Debate&qid=1690311420&sprefix=the+baptism+debate%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-1

Eric discussing what proverbs teaches about answering fools.

Eric discusses the narrow way of biblical fidelity and the importance of avoiding doctrinal ditches.

Eric looks at leadership principles drawn from Jesus' teaching in John 10.

The Word Unleashed: https://thewordunleashed.org/

Faithful Stewards Conference: https://thewordunleashed.org/faithfulstewards/

The Pastor, His Call, Character, and Work: https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/church-ministry/the-pastor/

Eric discusses the "Cage Stage," whether it is a biblical concept, and how we can grow in our understanding and handling of hard truths.

Leading with Love: https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Love-Alexander-Strauch/dp/0936083212/ref=sr_1_1?crid=UQWXDS4B2CF4&keywords=leading+with+love&qid=1687288160&sprefix=leading+with+lov%2Caps%2C130&sr=8-1

Eric continues the main points series with a look at the doctrine of soteriology.

Bible Sojourner Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-bible-sojourner

Men of the Word podcast series on soteriology: https://www.gracechurch.org/sermons/series/1295

Eric continues his discussion of social media and it's effects on the local church.

Eric Continues his "Main Points" series with a look at the doctrine of hamartiology.

Steadfast Bibles: https://www.steadfastbibles.com/

Holiness (Ryle): https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/christian-living/holiness-2/

Holiness (Sproul): https://www.ligonier.org/store/the-holiness-of-god-paperback

Eric discusses the good and bad of social media.

Squirrelly Joe's Coffee: https://www.squirrellyjoes.com/

Eric continues his Main Points series with a look at the doctrine of anthropology.

Eric discusses a biblical understanding of the Bereans in Acts 17 and how we can imitate their faith in the local church.

Eric discusses the Creation Mandate and it's implications on how we live today.

Eric returns to the "Main Points" series with a look at the doctrine of Pneumatology.

Eric Discusses the importance of having speech (and social media posts) that reflect Christ's work in our hearts.

Eric continues his "Main Points" series with a look at Christology.

Eric covers the main points of Theology Proper.

Eric discusses a biblical perspective on revival.

Eric discusses the vital topic of forgiveness and why it is essential in the life of a believer.

Eric discusses the main points of bibliology and discusses D. Martin Lloyd-Jones' book What Is an Evangelical?

Book: https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/church-ministry/what-is-an-evangelical/

Eric discusses how Christians should view all of life as a stewardship to be used to faithfully serve and honor the Lord.

Eric discusses the benefits of reading works from church history.

Eric Discusses the distinction between positional and progressive sanctification, as well as the means of Grace by which God works out our progressive sanctification.

Sanctification: The Christian's Pursuit of God-Given Holiness, Mick Riccardi: https://www.gracebooks.com/sanctification.html

Eric offers some helpful recommendations for podcasts and online content to encourage you in the new year.

Eric offers five theological truths that should drive our worship this Christmas season.

Eric discusses the doctrine of assurance and the difference between the reality of assurance and the feeling of assurance.

The Bruised Reed: https://www.amazon.com/Bruised-Reed-Puritan-Paperbacks/dp/1848718039/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1JHC6RL2WIIDN&keywords=The+Bruised+Reed&qid=1670962615&sprefix=the+bruised+reed%2Caps%2C103&sr=8-1

The Heart of Christ: https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/christian-living/the-heart-of-christ/

Christ Crucified: https://www.christianfocus.com/products/1522/christ-crucified

Eric Discusses the need for Christians to be steadfast and sensible in the midst of a reactionary culture.

How to Eat Your Bible: https://www.amazon.com/How-Eat-Your-Bible-Approach/dp/0802420397/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1882JISL79MRE&keywords=How+to+eat+your+bible&qid=1670360441&sprefix=how+to+eat+your+bible%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-1

Eric uses Ezra 7.10 as an outline for how we can study God's Word.

Books Mentioned:

Living By the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Book-Science-Reading-Bible/dp/0802408230/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3A1FJS4KKV4OC&keywords=living+by+the+book&qid=1669749229&sprefix=living+by+the+book%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-1

Grasping God's Word: https://www.amazon.com/Grasping-Gods-Word-Fourth-Hands/dp/0310109175/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2DRRVB10KHVWX&keywords=Grasping+God%27s+Word&qid=1669749268&sprefix=grasping+god%27s+word%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-1

The Hermeneutics of the Biblical Writers: https://www.amazon.com/Hermeneutics-Biblical-Writers-Interpret-Scripture/dp/0825443245/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SCPNBQVT98RA&keywords=Hermeneutics+Biblical+Writers&qid=1669749292&sprefix=hermeneutics+biblical+writers%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-1

Eric gives biblical thoughts and practical exhortations for thanksgiving, as well as discusses the joys of smoking a turkey.

Eric discusses common dangers in studying theology and how we should avoid them. Eric also reviews his favorite book on prayer, Alone with God by John MacArthur.

You can pick up a copy of Alone with God here: https://www.gty.org/store/books/452007/alone-with-god-

Eric discusses God's design for government and how believers can honor our heavenly King as stewards of our temporary, earthly citizenship.

Eric explains the name "Farmer Theologian," and how it encapsulates the goals of this podcast.