The Baptist Particular Podcast serves as an analysis of Particular Baptist history and theology from a Hyper-Calvinist point of view.<\/p>\n
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\u2019s writings what he refused to do for himself\u2014arrange 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\u2019s teachings and discovering the basis upon which he introduced a number of serious modifications to the 17th<\/sup> century confessional statements and orthodox Christianity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n (0:03) Introduction: A Review Of The Previous Episode And A Preview Of The Chapter Headings For This Episode<\/p>\n (06:06) I. Fuller Resisted Systematic Theology, Warning Of Its Dangers\u2014He Viewed Systems Of Doctrine To Be Clinical And Restrictive, Incapable Of Properly Representing The Truth As It Is Revealed In Scripture<\/p>\n (21:23) II. Fuller Wrote Most Times Against The Systems Of Theology He Opposed, Rather Than Presenting His Own System Of Teachings\u2014He Sought To Dismantle Systems Of Teaching Rather Than Building One<\/p>\n (01:22:06) III. Fuller Envisioned Systematic Theology To Be Arranged Like A Mind Map, Rather Than The Traditional Outline\u2014He Was Attracted To Astronomy With Its Star Patterns And Planets, Believing God Has Arranged Bible Teachings In A Similar Way<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span>(01:45:22) IV. Fuller Developed His Theological Viewpoints On The Premise Of The Moderate-Calvinist Framework\u2014He Subscribed To The Sovereignty\/Responsibility Dichotomy, Upon The Basis Of Which His Modifications To Calvinism And Orthodox Christianity Were Introduced\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n (02:53:04) Conclusion: Tying It All Together<\/p>\n