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  • Silencing God's Law

    Silencing God's Law
    Sep 10 2025

    In this episode of the Outlaw God, Steven Paulson and Caleb Keith look at the mystical interpretations of Psalm 18, focusing on the phrase "God made darkness his hiding place." The discussion highlights the concept of spiritual weddings and the mystics' approach in achieving silence with God.

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    35 m
  • Mysticism's Silence of the Lamb

    Mysticism's Silence of the Lamb
    Sep 3 2025

    In this episode of the Outlaw God, Steven Paulson and Caleb Keith look at Martin Luther's interpretation of Psalm 18 and connects it back to Acts 17. They explore Luther's transition from mystical and allegorical readings to a focus on proclamation and the distinction between law and gospel. The discussion highlights how Luther's understanding of God's promises, as opposed to the law's accusations, marked a significant shift in his theological approach.

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    39 m
  • Hide and Seek with God

    Hide and Seek with God
    Aug 27 2025

    On this episode of The Outlaw God, Dr. Steven Paulson and Caleb Keith and continue discussing Luther’s early engagement with mysticism, Augustine and the Heidelberg Disputation. They trace how Luther began to recognize the problem of seeking God by looking inward and upward. Dr. Paulson explains how Luther wrestled with Psalm 18:11, the idea of God hiding in darkness, versus God’s revealed light in the preached promise of Christ.

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    38 m
  • Mysticism Through Love

    Mysticism Through Love
    Aug 21 2025

    In this episode of the Outlaw God podcast, Steven Paulson and Caleb Keith take a look into Eastern and Western influences on mysticism. The conversation transitions to Western mysticism, highlighting the shift towards feeling and love, particularly through the works of Hugh of St. Victor and Bonaventure. They examine how Luther's theology evolved, moving from a focus on the mind to embracing the love of the crucified Christ, a concept central to Christological mysticism. The episode also touches on the broader implications of these mystical traditions on modern faith and church practices.

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    34 m
  • Mysticism and the Mind

    Mysticism and the Mind
    Aug 13 2025

    In this episode of the Outlaw God, Steven Paulson and Caleb Keith explore the transition from mysticism to evangelicalism, focusing on Luther's scholarship. They delve into the influence of early mystics like Pseudo-Dionysius and how Luther navigated these teachings. They also touch on the mystical interpretation of Romans 1:20 and its significance in understanding God's invisible attributes with your mind. The episode concludes with insights into Luther's eventual rejection of these mystical teachings and a teaser for the next discussion on the mysticism of love.

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    33 m
  • Overlooking Idiocy (Acts 17:26-34)

    Overlooking Idiocy (Acts 17:26-34)
    Jul 31 2025
    In this episode of the Outlaw God podcast, Stephen Paulson and Caleb Keith continue to look at the theological implications of Paul's sermon at the Areopagus. They discuss common misinterpretations of Paul's message, the concept of allotted periods in theology, the distinction between Jews and Gentiles, and the role of preachers in conveying God's word. The conversation also touches on God's overlooking of ignorance, the call to repentance, and the assurance provided through Christ's resurrection. The episode concludes with reflections on the impact of Paul's message on his audience.

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  • Paul's Preaching

    Paul's Preaching
    Jul 23 2025
    In this episode of the Outlaw God podcast, hosts Stephen Paulson and Caleb Keith continue in Acts 17, focusing on the themes of mysticism, the influence of scholasticism, and the contrast between natural law and divine law. They explore Paul's sermon at the Areopagus engages with Greek philosophy, ultimately emphasizing the law's role in accusing sin rather than providing a pathway to virtue. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the true nature of God and the implications of Paul's message for contemporary theology.

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    45 m
  • Finding the Unknown God

    Finding the Unknown God
    Jul 17 2025
    In this episode of the Outlaw God podcast, Stephen Paulson and Caleb Keith explore the themes of divine election, the search for the unknown God, and humans attempts of understanding God through mysticsm. They discuss the contrasting views of Erasmus and Luther on election, the significance of Paul's sermon at the Areopagus, and how mysticism has influenced Lutheran thought. The conversation emphasizes the importance of preaching and the certainty of God's promises in contrast to the uncertainty of human understanding.

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    47 m