Get ready to step into the 16th-century theological arena as we kick off our series on John Calvin’s epic clash with Albert Pighius. In this episode, we set the historical and theological stage for their legendary showdown. We’ll dive into the turbulent world of the Reformation, where Calvin’s doctrine of the bondage of the will and predestination was taking shape, and Pighius, the fierce Catholic theologian, was ready to counter with his defense of free will. From Geneva to Frankfurt we’ll explore the stakes, the players, and the ideas that set these two on a collision course. Plus, we’ll hint at Calvin’s surprising decision 'not to insult a dead dog' after Pighius’ death, pausing his critique in a moment of restraint. Join us for a lively mix of history, theology, and Reformation intrigue as we prep for the debate to come.

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Sam Ha is currently Theological Librarian and Curator of the Meeter Centre at Calvin Theological Seminary in Grand Rapids where he is also a PhD candidate. Sam is also an ordained pastor in the Presbyterian Church of Korea, and serves churches in the UK, South Korea, and the US. Join Matt and Sam as they discuss Calvin's global impact including on the Korean Penninsula, the amazing historical gems at the Meeter Centre, the importance of physical proximity in Calvin's understanding of worship, and the role of suffering in Calvin's Theology.

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In this episode we explore the popularity of Calvin among evangelicals of various stripes and the degree to which Calvin fits or does not fit the "evangelical" label. Did Calvin advocate for a conversion experience, or a lifelong journey of faith? What did Calvin believe about infant baptism? Did he believe in a kind of baptismal regeneration?

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Dr Jon Balserak is a top Calvin scholar and early modern historian. He is currently Visiting Lecturer at the University of Illinois Chicago and is a fellow of the Royal Historical Society. In this episode Dr Balserak shares how he came to be interested in Calvin, and discusses his super intriguing new book Geneva’s Use of Lies, Deceit, and Subterfuge, 1536-1563; Telling the Old, Old Story in Reformation France.

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In this episode we look at the perception of Calvin as a diligent Pastor.

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Today we look at the accuracy of the perception that Calvin was a Logician who set out to construct a system of theology.

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In this final episode on Michael Servetus we look at the historical and theological context of the sentencing and execution of Servetus and John Calvin's involvement in these sad and dreadful events. The "Show Down" series seeks to understand the historical and theological context for the various people Calvin debated and clashed with.

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Michael Servetus is arrested in Geneva on 13th August 1553. In this episode we delve into the details of the trial and John Calvin's involvement in it. The "Show Down" series seeks to understand the historical and theological context for the various people Calvin debated and clashed with.

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