Listen "119 - Tim Harmon on The City of God and Confronting Pagan Philosophies "
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Support the show!! - https://www.patreon.com/chasedavisTim Harmon at NSA - https://nsa.edu/authors/timothy-harmonEzra Institute - https://www.ezrainstitute.com/training-programs/worldview-leadership-academy/SummaryIn this episode, Dr. Timothy Harmon discusses Augustine's City of God and its relevance for Christians today. He provides background information on Augustine's life and the context in which City of God was written. Dr. Harmon explains Augustine's vision of history and the distinction between the City of God and the City of Man. He emphasizes the importance of ordered loves and how they lead to true happiness. Dr. Harmon also addresses the challenges of living as Christians in a pagan culture and the tension between pietism and obedience. He concludes by discussing Augustine's eschatology and the kingdom of God.TakeawaysAugustine's City of God provides a framework for understanding history and the Christian's role in the world.Ordered loves, rooted in the love of God, lead to true happiness and fulfillment.Living as Christians in a pagan culture requires discernment and a commitment to the values of the City of God.Augustine's eschatology offers hope and confidence in God's sovereign plan for the world.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:04 Who is Augustine?06:44 Writing City of God10:49 Augustine's Vision of History12:44 The City of God and the City of Man15:52 Ordered Loves and Happiness18:26 Plato's Conception of the Real20:20 Living Differently as Christians22:22 The Vision of Love in a Pagan Culture28:47 Augustine's Eschatology and the Kingdom of God33:21 Addressing Modern Pagan Philosophies36:26 The Tension Between Pietism and ObedienceSupport the showSign up for the Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/chasedavisFollow Full Proof Theology on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fullprooftheology/Follow Full Proof Theology on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fullprooftheology/
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