Andrew Fuller And Moderate-Calvinism (Episode 6)
The Baptist Particular Podcast serves as an analysis of Particular Baptist history and theology from a Hyper-Calvinist point of view.
This Episode: Andrew Fuller was a reactionary theologian, basing his teachings on the immediate and subjective issues which confronted him at various points throughout his ministry. He was not a fan of systematic theologies, believing it is better for a Christian to approach doctrine as a florist in admiration of his flower displays, rather than that of a botanist dissecting and classifying their structures. It was in this way Fuller was able to avoid the construction of his own systematic theology, allowing him to leave open ended the self-contradictory teachings that are scattered throughout his writings. Nevertheless, it is possible to do with Fuller’s writings what he refused to do for himself—arrange his teachings into a body of divinity. At the heart of what has become known as Fullerism, is the theological framework of Moderate-Calvinism. Jared argues, based on the writings of Fuller himself, that this is the key to unlocking Fuller’s teachings and discovering the basis upon which he introduced a number of serious modifications to the 17th century confessional statements and orthodox Christianity.
(0:03) Introduction: A Review Of The Previous Episode And A Preview Of The Chapter Headings For This Episode
(06:06) I. Fuller Resisted Systematic Theology, Warning Of Its Dangers—He Viewed Systems Of Doctrine To Be Clinical And Restrictive, Incapable Of Properly Representing The Truth As It Is Revealed In Scripture
(21:23) II. Fuller Wrote Most Times Against The Systems Of Theology He Opposed, Rather Than Presenting His Own System Of Teachings—He Sought To Dismantle Systems Of Teaching Rather Than Building One
(01:22:06) III. Fuller Envisioned Systematic Theology To Be Arranged Like A Mind Map, Rather Than The Traditional Outline—He Was Attracted To Astronomy With Its Star Patterns And Planets, Believing God Has Arranged Bible Teachings In A Similar Way
(01:45:22) IV. Fuller Developed His Theological Viewpoints On The Premise Of The Moderate-Calvinist Framework—He Subscribed To The Sovereignty/Responsibility Dichotomy, Upon The Basis Of Which His Modifications To Calvinism And Orthodox Christianity Were Introduced
(02:53:04) Conclusion: Tying It All Together
Jared Smith served twenty years as pastor of a Strict and Particular Baptist church in Kensington (London, England). He now serves as an Evangelist in the Philippines, preaching the gospel, organizing churches and training gospel preachers.
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