The Irenic Protestants

Jonathan McKenzie

The Irenic Protestants is a bi-weekly show where we strive together for knowledge of God, his word, and his world through the lens of the Classical & Confessional Protestant tradition.

8 Episodes

“He Descended into Hell” w/Abp. James Ussher
4/16/2025
1:15:01
In this episode, Jonathan and Jordan take some time to discuss the infamous 'Descent Clause' in the Apostles Creed. Jonathan introduces the history of interpretation as well as the various Reformed positions on how to understand the descent. Then Jordan takes us through James Ussher's definitive treatment on the topic. Follow us on Twitter: @IrenicprotestFeel free to shoot us an email: [email protected] the gang on Twitter:Jonathan: @JonathanMcK1647Matthew: @_matthewpearsonAddison: @raddison_bartonJordan: {only available by carrier pigeon}
1.6: The Protestant Doctrine of the Word Preached
8/11/2023
1:14:54
On this episode, Matthew and Jordan sit down to discuss the Protestant doctrine of the Word Preached by taking a look at the Westminster Longer Catechism. Westminster Larger Catechism: https://thewestminsterstandard.org/westminster-larger-catechism/ Follow us on Twitter: @Irenicprotest Feel free to email us at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you! Sign up for classes at Davenant Hall here: https://davenanthall.com/ As always, thank you to the Davenant Institute for sponsoring this episode.
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1.5: The Protestant Doctrine of the Sacraments
6/19/2023
1:10:18
On this episode, Jonathan and Josh sit down to discuss the Protestant doctrine of the Sacraments by taking a look at the 39 Articles of Religion Confession, answering questions like: what is a sacrament? How many sacraments are there? What are sacraments for? Does Baptism save? Is Jesus present in Holy Communion? And many more. 39 Articles of Religion: https://www.ireland.anglican.org/our-faith/39-articles-of-religion Follow us on Twitter: @Irenicprotest Feel free to email us at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you! Buy your copy of Synopsis of A Purer Theology here https://davenantinstitute.org/leiden-synopsis As always, thank you to the Davenant Institute for sponsoring this episode.
1.4: The Protestant Doctrine of the Church
4/24/2023
1:17:02
On this episode, Jonathan and Matthew sit down to discuss the Protestant doctrine of the Church by taking a look at the Belgic Confession. They discuss the catholic nature of Christ's body, the visible/invisible church distinction, and the three marks of the Church. The Belgic Confession: https://thewestminsterstandard.org/the-belgic-confession/ Follow us on Twitter: @Irenicprotest Feel free to email us at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you! Buy your copy of Synopsis of A Purer Theology here https://davenantinstitute.org/leiden-synopsis As always, thank you to the Davenant Institute for sponsoring this episode.
1.3: The Protestant Doctrine of Salvation Pt. 2: Predestination and Reprobation
4/17/2023
1:00:55
In this episode the guys continue their discussion of the Protestant doctrine of salvation by discussing what classical Protestants believe concerning Predestination and Reprobation looking at the Canons of Dort. Canons of Dort Follow us on Twitter: @Irenicprotest Feel free to email us at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you! Buy your copy of Synopsis of A Purer Theology here As always, thank you to the Davenant Institute for sponsoring this episode.
1.2: The Protestant Doctrine of Salvation Pt. 1: Justification and Sanctification
2/26/2023
1:15:36
In this episode, the guys begin to consider the Classical Protestant doctrine of Salvation as they work through questions 70-77 of the Westminster Larger Catechism on Justification and Sanctification. Westminster Larger Catechism: https://thewestminsterstandard.org/westminster-larger-catechism/ Follow us on Twitter: @Irenicprotest Feel free to email us at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you! Buy The Shining Human Creature here
1.1: The Protestant Doctrine of Scripture
1/31/2023
1:18:26
In this episode, the guys consider the Classical Protestant doctrine of Scripture as they work through chapter 1 of the Westminster Confession of faith. Westminster Confession of Faith: https://thewestminsterstandard.org/the-westminster-confession/ Follow us on Twitter: @Irenicprotest Feel free to email us at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you! Checkout the big news coming out of the Davenant Institute: https://davenantinstitute.org/utc-partnership https://adfontesjournal.com/web-exclusives/the-apologist-retires-an-interview-with-alister-mcgrath/
1.0: Protestantism: the Hall and the Rooms---- Season 1 Launch
1/9/2023
27:19
In this episode, we announce our plans for season 1 of the Irenic Protestant Podcast. The guys catch up and talk a little bit about what they are reading, where they are thinking about getting their masters, and whether or not we should include Baptists in the category of classical Protestants. Follow us on Twitter: @Irenicprotest Feel free to email us: [email protected] Huge thank you to the Davenant Institute for sponsoring our show! You can learn more about Davenant and all they do at https://davenantinstitute.org/

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The Irenic Protestants

Jonathan McKenzie

8 Episodes

“He Descended into Hell” w/Abp. James Ussher

1.6: The Protestant Doctrine of the Word Preached

1.5: The Protestant Doctrine of the Sacraments

1.4: The Protestant Doctrine of the Church

1.3: The Protestant Doctrine of Salvation Pt. 2: Predestination and Reprobation

1.2: The Protestant Doctrine of Salvation Pt. 1: Justification and Sanctification

1.1: The Protestant Doctrine of Scripture

1.0: Protestantism: the Hall and the Rooms---- Season 1 Launch