Gospel Simplicity Podcast

The Gospel Simplicity Podcast is centered around the conviction that the gospel is really good news. Here you will find conversations with Christians from various traditions as we seek to unpack the beautiful simplicity and transformative power of the gospel. Gospel Simplicity is known for ecumenical dialogue that is charitable and open to learning from people with whom you might disagree. We believe that God desires for his Church to be one, united in love for God and neighbor, and on mission to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ to all people.

Gospel Simplicity Podcast is a religion podcast hosted by Austin Suggs, with 143 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Austin Suggs hosts Gospel Simplicity Podcast, a religion show with 143 episodes published.

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  What Did the Early Church Believe about Mary? | Suan Sonna

  Oct 5, 20261h 8m

  In this episode, I'm joined by Catholic apologist and repeat guest, Suan Sonna, to discuss Mary's role in the Early Church. Specifically, we're looking at some sources that I didn't bring up in my own video on the historical record for Marian doctrine and devotion in the early church. These sources include the Odes of Solomon, the Sibylline Oracles, and more. Along the way, we also talk at length about historical methodology and how history and theology intersect. Pre-order my novel, The Long Road to Holy Island: https://amzn.to/4sISAC9 Get access to my book club, one-on-one office hours, show notes, and more: https://patreon.com/gospelsimplicity Make a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/gospelsimplicity Book a meeting: https://calendly.com/gospelsimplicity/meet-with-austin Read my writings: https://austinsuggs.substack.com 00:00 The Backstory 01:54 Ascension of Isaiah 06:08 History vs. Dogma 16:30 Odes of Solomon 26:00 "Gnosticism"? 35:13 Irenaeus 45:52 Sibylline Oracles 01:05:48 Gregory Thaumaturgus? *Links in the Description may include Affiliate Links, from which I receive a small commission at no extra price for you. Support the show

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  The History of the Book of Common Prayer | Rev. Dr. Matthew Olver and Rev. Dr. Nathan Jennings

  Sep 28, 20261h 6m

  In this episode, I'm joined by the Rev. Dr. Matthew Olver and the Rev. Dr. Nathan Jennings to discuss their book, Turning Points in Prayer Book History which traces the development of the Book of Common Prayer over the centuries. Pre-order my novel, The Long Road to Holy Island: https://amzn.to/4sISAC9 Get access to my book club, one-on-one office hours, show notes, and more: https://patreon.com/gospelsimplicity Make a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/gospelsimplicity Book a meeting: https://calendly.com/gospelsimplicity/meet-with-austin Read my writings: https://austinsuggs.substack.com Read the Book: https://link.amazon/B025gMLW8 00:00 What Would Cranmer Think? 10:14 Elizabethan Compromise 16:03 Via Media Theology 22:46 The Importance of Rubrics 32:54 Optionality in Liturgy 44:57 English vs. Scottish BCP 56:00 What's Next? *Links in the Description may include Affiliate Links, from which I receive a small commission at no extra price for you. Support the show

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  Did Nominalism Undermine Protestantism? | A Dialogue with Dr. Barnabas Aspray and Dr. Matthew Thomas

  Sep 25, 20261h 15m

  In this episode, I'm joined by two repeat guests, Dr. Matthew Thomas and Dr. Barnabas Aspray. I've had the pleasure of getting to know both of these men over the last few years, and for almost the entirety of that time, they've insisted that I read one book: The Spirit and Forms of Protestantism by Fr. Louis Bouyer. Finally, after much delay, I've read the book, and the three of us sat down to discuss not only this book, but also two main ideas: 1. Nominalism is at the root of the negative aspects of the Reformation. 2. All the positive aspects of the Reformation can be found within the Catholic Church. Pre-order my novel, The Long Road to Holy Island: https://amzn.to/4sISAC9 Get access to my book club, one-on-one office hours, show notes, and more: https://patreon.com/gospelsimplicity Make a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/gospelsimplicity Book a meeting: https://calendly.com/gospelsimplicity/meet-with-austin Read my writings: https://austinsuggs.substack.com Read the Book: https://link.amazon/B09FL1iyu Guest Links: Barney's Podcast: @FaithattheFrontiers About Barney: https://stmarys.edu/staff/dr-barnabas-aspray/ About Matt: https://dspt.edu/matthew-thomas/ 00:00 The Backstory 11:50 Bouyer's Main Idea 19:47 Reformation Nominalism? 31:25 Still Nominalist? 39:26 What is Nominalism? 46:27 Anglican Exception? 01:07:29 My Reservations *Links in the Description may include Affiliate Links, from which I receive a small commission at no extra price for you. Support the show

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  How the Lectionary Teaches Us to Read Scripture | Rev. Dr. Michael Niebauer

  Sep 14, 20261h 2m

  In this episode, I'm joined by the Rev. Dr. Michael Niebauer to discuss his new book, From Word to Worship, which is all about learning to read the Bible in accord with the lectionary, noticing the way it connects Scripture and presents it as a unified story with Christ at the center. Over the course of the conversation, we cover things like hermeneutics, preaching advice, the history of the lectionary, and much more. Pre-order my novel, The Long Road to Holy Island: https://amzn.to/4sISAC9 Get access to my book club, one-on-one office hours, show notes, and more: https://patreon.com/gospelsimplicity Make a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/gospelsimplicity Book a meeting: https://calendly.com/gospelsimplicity/meet-with-austin Read my writings: https://austinsuggs.substack.com Guest Links: Read the book: https://link.amazon/B0j1PA3cV Substack: https://substack.com/@michaelniebauer 00:00 What is a Lectionary? 08:59 How are Readings Selected? 14:34 The Church Calendar 21:01 Three Year vs. One Year 26:50 Don't Just Preach the Gospel Text 30:20 Doctrine and Exegesis 36:41 The Church's Book 45:50 Examples 50:45 Living the Text 58:30 Preaching Advice *Links in the Description may include Affiliate Links, from which I receive a small commission at no extra price for you. Support the show

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  A Defense of American Evangelicalism | Bonnie Kristian

  Sep 7, 202654 min

  In this episode, I'm joined by Bonnie Kristian to discuss her new book, In Defense of Evangelicalism: A Response to its Cultured Despisers. Over the course of the interview, we discuss what makes Evangelicalism unique, why its become a punching bag in American discourse, its entanglement with politics, and much more. Pre-order my novel, The Long Road to Holy Island: https://amzn.to/4sISAC9 Get access to my book club, one-on-one office hours, show notes, and more: https://patreon.com/gospelsimplicity Make a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/gospelsimplicity Book a meeting: https://calendly.com/gospelsimplicity/meet-with-austin Read my writings: https://austinsuggs.substack.com Guest Links: Read the book: https://amzn.to/3VfDtEw Find Bonnie on Substack: https://substack.com/@bonniekristian 00:00 Why Now? 03:30 What is Evangelicalism? 18:43 Cultural Criticism of Evangelicals 24:14 Evangelical Self-Criticism 27:27 Evangelical Egalitarians 33:30 Tackiness 40:49 Global vs. American Evangelicalism 45:00 Evangelical Politics 51:29 One Thing to Know about Evangelicals Support the show

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