The Lordship of Christ

The Lordship of Christ

by Joseph F. Riordan IV

Season 5

The Westminster Shorter Catechism Question 19 : What Is The Misery of That Estate Whereinto Man Fell?

Welcome to this short catechism study. Join me every Sunday morning as we go through one question and answer. The Westminster Shorter Catechism was written in the mid-1600s by the Westminster Assembly, a group of pastors, theologians, and leaders gathered to bring clarity and reform to the church according to Scripture. Completed between 1646 and 1647 and approved in 1648 in London, this catechism contains 107 questions and answers designed to clearly teach the core truths of the Christian faith—even to those with a simple, childlike understanding. Each question builds on the last, helping us think carefully, biblically, and deeply about who God is and why we exist. This isn’t just about memorizing answers. It’s about shaping how we think, grounding what we believe, and learning to see God more clearly through His Word. We’ll take it one question at a time.

The Westminster Shorter Catechism Question 18 : Wherein Consists The Sinfulness of That Estate Whereinto Man Fell?

Welcome to this short catechism study. Join me every Sunday morning as we go through one question and answer. The Westminster Shorter Catechism was written in the mid-1600s by the Westminster Assembly, a group of pastors, theologians, and leaders gathered to bring clarity and reform to the church according to Scripture. Completed between 1646 and 1647 and approved in 1648 in London, this catechism contains 107 questions and answers designed to clearly teach the core truths of the Christian faith—even to those with a simple, childlike understanding. Each question builds on the last, helping us think carefully, biblically, and deeply about who God is and why we exist. This isn’t just about memorizing answers. It’s about shaping how we think, grounding what we believe, and learning to see God more clearly through His Word. We’ll take it one question at a time.

The Westminster Shorter Catechism Question 17 : Into What Estate Did the Fall Bring Mankind?

Welcome to this short catechism study. Join me every Sunday morning as we go through one question and answer. The Westminster Shorter Catechism was written in the mid-1600s by the Westminster Assembly, a group of pastors, theologians, and leaders gathered to bring clarity and reform to the church according to Scripture. Completed between 1646 and 1647 and approved in 1648 in London, this catechism contains 107 questions and answers designed to clearly teach the core truths of the Christian faith—even to those with a simple, childlike understanding. Each question builds on the last, helping us think carefully, biblically, and deeply about who God is and why we exist. This isn’t just about memorizing answers. It’s about shaping how we think, grounding what we believe, and learning to see God more clearly through His Word. We’ll take it one question at a time.

The Westminster Shorter Catechism Question 16: Did All Mankind Fall In Adam's First Transgression?

Welcome to this short catechism study. Join me every Sunday morning as we go through one question and answer. The Westminster Shorter Catechism was written in the mid-1600s by the Westminster Assembly, a group of pastors, theologians, and leaders gathered to bring clarity and reform to the church according to Scripture. Completed between 1646 and 1647 and approved in 1648 in London, this catechism contains 107 questions and answers designed to clearly teach the core truths of the Christian faith—even to those with a simple, childlike understanding. Each question builds on the last, helping us think carefully, biblically, and deeply about who God is and why we exist. This isn’t just about memorizing answers. It’s about shaping how we think, grounding what we believe, and learning to see God more clearly through His Word. We’ll take it one question at a time.

Season 8

Dark Moods Chapter 3 : The Search For A Church .... Podcast Episode - Why Christians Need Discernment

Season 7

CharisMania - Biblical Tithing vs. Modern Myths

The Charismatic movement is one of the largest and most influential movements in modern Christianity. Emerging from the Pentecostal revivals of the early twentieth century, it has spread across denominational lines and now influences churches around the world. Its emphasis is often placed on spiritual experiences such as speaking in tongues, prophecy, divine healing, miraculous signs, and direct revelations from God. For many believers, these practices are viewed as evidence of the Holy Spirit’s presence and power. Entire ministries, conferences, and churches have been built around the pursuit of these experiences. As the movement has grown, so has its influence within Baptist, Lutheran, Episcopal, non-denominational, and many other church traditions. But popularity has never been the biblical test of truth. The real question is not whether a movement is growing, exciting, or influential. The real question is whether its teachings and practices are rooted in the Word of God. From the very beginning, Satan’s strategy has been to cast doubt on God’s Word. In the Garden of Eden, the serpent asked Eve, “Did God actually say...?” (Genesis 3:1, ESV). Since that moment, the enemy’s attacks have often followed the same pattern: if he cannot remove God’s Word entirely, he will seek to distract people from it. One of the easiest ways to do this is by shifting our focus from Scripture to experience. When Christians become consumed with chasing signs, wonders, prophecies, visions, dreams, or new revelations, the Bible can slowly move from the center of their faith to the sidelines. Now, to be clear, God is still sovereign. God still answers prayer. God still heals according to His will. God still works powerfully in the lives of His people. The question is not whether God can perform miracles. The question is this: Has God given His church everything it needs in His Word, or should we be looking for something more? Do we need new apostles, new prophets, new revelations, and new spiritual experiences? Or do we need to return to the all-sufficient Scriptures that God has already provided? In this episode, we’re going to examine some of the most common teachings and practices associated with the Charismatic movement, not through the lens of personal experience, church tradition, or popular opinion, but through the lens of Scripture alone. Because at the end of the day, our authority is not what we feel. Our authority is not what someone claims God told them. Our authority is the Word of God.

CharisMania - Biblical Fasting vs. Modern Myths

The Charismatic movement is one of the largest and most influential movements in modern Christianity. Emerging from the Pentecostal revivals of the early twentieth century, it has spread across denominational lines and now influences churches around the world. Its emphasis is often placed on spiritual experiences such as speaking in tongues, prophecy, divine healing, miraculous signs, and direct revelations from God. For many believers, these practices are viewed as evidence of the Holy Spirit’s presence and power. Entire ministries, conferences, and churches have been built around the pursuit of these experiences. As the movement has grown, so has its influence within Baptist, Lutheran, Episcopal, non-denominational, and many other church traditions. But popularity has never been the biblical test of truth. The real question is not whether a movement is growing, exciting, or influential. The real question is whether its teachings and practices are rooted in the Word of God. From the very beginning, Satan’s strategy has been to cast doubt on God’s Word. In the Garden of Eden, the serpent asked Eve, “Did God actually say...?” (Genesis 3:1, ESV). Since that moment, the enemy’s attacks have often followed the same pattern: if he cannot remove God’s Word entirely, he will seek to distract people from it. One of the easiest ways to do this is by shifting our focus from Scripture to experience. When Christians become consumed with chasing signs, wonders, prophecies, visions, dreams, or new revelations, the Bible can slowly move from the center of their faith to the sidelines. Now, to be clear, God is still sovereign. God still answers prayer. God still heals according to His will. God still works powerfully in the lives of His people. The question is not whether God can perform miracles. The question is this: Has God given His church everything it needs in His Word, or should we be looking for something more? Do we need new apostles, new prophets, new revelations, and new spiritual experiences? Or do we need to return to the all-sufficient Scriptures that God has already provided? In this episode, we’re going to examine some of the most common teachings and practices associated with the Charismatic movement, not through the lens of personal experience, church tradition, or popular opinion, but through the lens of Scripture alone. Because at the end of the day, our authority is not what we feel. Our authority is not what someone claims God told them. Our authority is the Word of God.

CharisMania - "Do Not Touch God's Anointed"? - Why No Teacher is Above the Authority of Scripture

The Charismatic movement is one of the largest and most influential movements in modern Christianity. Emerging from the Pentecostal revivals of the early twentieth century, it has spread across denominational lines and now influences churches around the world. Its emphasis is often placed on spiritual experiences such as speaking in tongues, prophecy, divine healing, miraculous signs, and direct revelations from God. For many believers, these practices are viewed as evidence of the Holy Spirit’s presence and power. Entire ministries, conferences, and churches have been built around the pursuit of these experiences. As the movement has grown, so has its influence within Baptist, Lutheran, Episcopal, non-denominational, and many other church traditions. But popularity has never been the biblical test of truth. The real question is not whether a movement is growing, exciting, or influential. The real question is whether its teachings and practices are rooted in the Word of God. From the very beginning, Satan’s strategy has been to cast doubt on God’s Word. In the Garden of Eden, the serpent asked Eve, “Did God actually say...?” (Genesis 3:1, ESV). Since that moment, the enemy’s attacks have often followed the same pattern: if he cannot remove God’s Word entirely, he will seek to distract people from it. One of the easiest ways to do this is by shifting our focus from Scripture to experience. When Christians become consumed with chasing signs, wonders, prophecies, visions, dreams, or new revelations, the Bible can slowly move from the center of their faith to the sidelines. Now, to be clear, God is still sovereign. God still answers prayer. God still heals according to His will. God still works powerfully in the lives of His people. The question is not whether God can perform miracles. The question is this: Has God given His church everything it needs in His Word, or should we be looking for something more? Do we need new apostles, new prophets, new revelations, and new spiritual experiences? Or do we need to return to the all-sufficient Scriptures that God has already provided? In this episode, we’re going to examine some of the most common teachings and practices associated with the Charismatic movement, not through the lens of personal experience, church tradition, or popular opinion, but through the lens of Scripture alone. Because at the end of the day, our authority is not what we feel. Our authority is not what someone claims God told them. Our authority is the Word of God.

CharisMania - The Chosen One Mentality and Solo Christianity : When Christianity Becomes About You

The Charismatic movement is one of the largest and most influential movements in modern Christianity. Emerging from the Pentecostal revivals of the early twentieth century, it has spread across denominational lines and now influences churches around the world. Its emphasis is often placed on spiritual experiences such as speaking in tongues, prophecy, divine healing, miraculous signs, and direct revelations from God. For many believers, these practices are viewed as evidence of the Holy Spirit’s presence and power. Entire ministries, conferences, and churches have been built around the pursuit of these experiences. As the movement has grown, so has its influence within Baptist, Lutheran, Episcopal, non-denominational, and many other church traditions. But popularity has never been the biblical test of truth. The real question is not whether a movement is growing, exciting, or influential. The real question is whether its teachings and practices are rooted in the Word of God. From the very beginning, Satan’s strategy has been to cast doubt on God’s Word. In the Garden of Eden, the serpent asked Eve, “Did God actually say...?” (Genesis 3:1, ESV). Since that moment, the enemy’s attacks have often followed the same pattern: if he cannot remove God’s Word entirely, he will seek to distract people from it. One of the easiest ways to do this is by shifting our focus from Scripture to experience. When Christians become consumed with chasing signs, wonders, prophecies, visions, dreams, or new revelations, the Bible can slowly move from the center of their faith to the sidelines. Now, to be clear, God is still sovereign. God still answers prayer. God still heals according to His will. God still works powerfully in the lives of His people. The question is not whether God can perform miracles. The question is this: Has God given His church everything it needs in His Word, or should we be looking for something more? Do we need new apostles, new prophets, new revelations, and new spiritual experiences? Or do we need to return to the all-sufficient Scriptures that God has already provided? In this episode, we’re going to examine some of the most common teachings and practices associated with the Charismatic movement, not through the lens of personal experience, church tradition, or popular opinion, but through the lens of Scripture alone. Because at the end of the day, our authority is not what we feel. Our authority is not what someone claims God told them. Our authority is the Word of God.

CharisMania - The Celebrity Pastor Problem : When the Church Becomes A Brand

The Charismatic movement is one of the largest and most influential movements in modern Christianity. Emerging from the Pentecostal revivals of the early twentieth century, it has spread across denominational lines and now influences churches around the world. Its emphasis is often placed on spiritual experiences such as speaking in tongues, prophecy, divine healing, miraculous signs, and direct revelations from God. For many believers, these practices are viewed as evidence of the Holy Spirit’s presence and power. Entire ministries, conferences, and churches have been built around the pursuit of these experiences. As the movement has grown, so has its influence within Baptist, Lutheran, Episcopal, non-denominational, and many other church traditions. But popularity has never been the biblical test of truth. The real question is not whether a movement is growing, exciting, or influential. The real question is whether its teachings and practices are rooted in the Word of God. From the very beginning, Satan’s strategy has been to cast doubt on God’s Word. In the Garden of Eden, the serpent asked Eve, “Did God actually say...?” (Genesis 3:1, ESV). Since that moment, the enemy’s attacks have often followed the same pattern: if he cannot remove God’s Word entirely, he will seek to distract people from it. One of the easiest ways to do this is by shifting our focus from Scripture to experience. When Christians become consumed with chasing signs, wonders, prophecies, visions, dreams, or new revelations, the Bible can slowly move from the center of their faith to the sidelines. Now, to be clear, God is still sovereign. God still answers prayer. God still heals according to His will. God still works powerfully in the lives of His people. The question is not whether God can perform miracles. The question is this: Has God given His church everything it needs in His Word, or should we be looking for something more? Do we need new apostles, new prophets, new revelations, and new spiritual experiences? Or do we need to return to the all-sufficient Scriptures that God has already provided? In this episode, we’re going to examine some of the most common teachings and practices associated with the Charismatic movement, not through the lens of personal experience, church tradition, or popular opinion, but through the lens of Scripture alone. Because at the end of the day, our authority is not what we feel. Our authority is not what someone claims God told them. Our authority is the Word of God.

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