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May 4, 2008
The Case for Theology & Apologetics
How important is it to know what you believe and why you believe it? Should the average Christian be informed about doctrines like justification and propitiation, or are those only for academic types? On this edition of the program the hosts discuss these question and interact with some on-the-street polls taken at a recent pastors convention.
RELATED ARTICLES
Your Own Personal Jesus, by Michael Horton
An Interview with William Willimon
Christian Scholarship, by J. Gresham Machen
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Peculiar Speech, by William Willimon
Your Mind Matters, by John Stott
We Believe, by Michael Horton
MUSIC SELECTION
Misc WHI Production Music
April 27, 2008
Shallow Waters
How deep is your faith? Has the faith "once and for all delivered to the saints" been dumbed-down in contemporary churches? On this edition of the program, the hosts discuss the shallow nature of both American Culture generally, and contemporary Christian faith and practice more specifically.
RELATED ARTICLES
Wanted: Thinking Christians, by James Boice
Creeds & Deeds, by Michael Horton
The Importance of Being More Than Ernest, by R. Scott Clark
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Putting Amazing Back into Grace, by Michael Horton
Anti-Intellectualism in American Life, by Richard Hofstadter
Life the Movie, by Niel Gabler
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Derek Webb; Song: "A New Law"
Album: Mockingbird
COMMENTARY
Shallow Waters
April 20, 2008
The Gospel of Personal Relationship
It is often said that Christianity is a relationship rather than a religion. On this edition of the program the hosts interact with this popular view, and attempt to demonstrate that the focus upon one's relationship with God apart from understanding doctrine has always been a disastrous approach throughout the history of the Church.
RELATED ARTICLES
Your Own Personal Jesus, by Michael Horton
The New Gnosticism, by Michael Horton
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Putting Amazing Back into Grace, by Michael Horton
In the Face of God, by Michael Horton
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: The Informants
COMMENTARY
The Gospel of Personal Relationship
April 13, 2008
The Gospel According to Barnes & Noble (Part 2)
On this edition of the White Horse Inn the hosts continue to contrast the historic Christian gospel with numerous popular alternatives, especially those found in the religion and spirituality sections of major bookstore chains. In particular, the hosts interact with some of the bestselling books on pop-spirituality, as they continue their series "Christless Christianity."
RELATED ARTICLES
Your Own Personal Jesus, by Michael Horton
Protestant Gnosticism Reconsidered?, by Philip Lee
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Against the Protestant Gnostics, by Philip J. Lee
In the Face of God, by Michael Horton
The American Religion, by Harold Bloom
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Dave Hlebo
COMMENTARY
The Gospel According to Barnes & Noble (Part 2)
April 6, 2008
The Gospel According to Barnes & Noble
What are the "Gnostic Gospels" and why do books featuring these documents appear to dominate the religion and spirituality shelves of major bookstore chains? How do these documents differ from the traditional Gospels found in the New Testament? In addition to the regular WHI panel, this program also features an interview with Richard Bauckham, author of the widely acclaimed book, Jesus and the Eyewitnesses.
RELATED ARTICLES
The New Gnosticism, by Michael Horton
Gnosticism in the Mainline, by Peter Jones
The Historical Jesus, by Paul Zahl
Is the New Testament Reliable? (PDF), by Shane Rosenthal
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Jesus & The Eyewitnesses, by Richard Bauckham
Fabricating Jesus, by Craig Evans
The New Testament Documents, Are They Reliable?, by F.F. Bruce
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Roger Hooper; Song: "India Mission"
COMMENTARY
The Gospel According to Barnes & Noble
March 30, 2008
Broken Covenant
On this edition of the White Horse Inn Michael Horton talks with Parker T. Williamson of the Presbyterian Lay Commitee and author of the recently published: Broken Covenant: Signs of a Shattered Communion, a book that recounts Williamson's personal history inside the liberal PCUSA church body, and which also expresses his concern for the denomination's future.
RELATED ARTICLES
Are Churches Secularizing America, by Michael Horton
An Interview with Bishop C. Fitzsimmons-Allison
A Sentimental Journey, by Shane Rosenthal
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Broken Covenant, by Parker T. Williamson
Christianity & Liberalism, by J. Gresham Machen
The Empty Church, by Thomas Reeves
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Doug Powell; Song: "Machina"
Album: The Lost Chord 
COMMENTARY
No Commentary for this show.
March 23, 2008
Christianity vs. Liberalism
What are the main differences between classical vs. liberal approaches to the Christian faith? In the 1920's, J. Gresham Machen argued that these two perspectives were in reality two completely different religious systems. Was he right? That's the focus of this edition of the White Horse Inn as the hosts continue their discussion of "Christless Christianity."
RELATED ARTICLES
The Importance of Christian Scholarship, by J. Gresham Machen
An Interview with Thomas Oden
History & Faith, by J. Gresham Machen
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Christianity & Liberalism, by J. Gresham Machen
Letters to a Diminished Church, by Dorothy Sayers
What is Faith?, by J. Gresham Machen
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Sandra McCracken; Song: "Who is This?"
Album: Indelible Grace IV: Beams of Heaven
COMMENTARY
Christianity vs. Liberalism
March 16, 2008
Pierced for Our Transgressions
On this edition of the White Horse Inn, Michael Horton talks with Dr. Andrew Sach, one of the authors of a new book titled, Pierced for Our Transgressions: The Glory of Penal Substitution, about the various popular, yet inadequate, theories of the meaning and significance of the cross of Christ.
RELATED ARTICLES
Saved from God, by Michael Horton
Christ's Impossible Prayer, by Brent McGuire
Christ the Victim, Christ the Priest, by Rick Ritchie
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Pierced for Our Transgressions, by Steve Jeffery et al
The Atonement, by Leon Morris
The Truth of the Cross, by R.C. Sproul
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Matthew Smith; Song: "Thy Blood Was Shed for Me"
Album: All I Owe
COMMENTARY
Pierced for Our Transgressions
March 9, 2008
Tradition & Traditionalism
What is the proper role of tradition within the Christian faith? And at what point does traditionalism become a barrier to faith, or a distraction from the central message of Christ and Him crucified? That's what is on tap this week, at the White Horse Inn!
RELATED ARTICLES
Settlers, Pilgrims & Wanderers, by Michael Horton
An Interview with Mark Driscoll
Solo Scriptura, by Keith A. Mathison
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
A Better Way, by Michael Horton
Where in the World is the Church?, by Michael Horton
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Emily Deloach; Song: "Hear Our Prayer"
Album: Indelible Grace V: Wake Thy Slumbering Children
COMMENTARY
Tradition & Traditionalism
March 2, 2008
Gift Centered Churches
What are the gifts of the Spirit? Are they still for today? Even if they are, is it possible that Christians in our time have placed too much emphasis on individual gifts, all to the exclusion of the gift giver? On this edition of the White Horse Inn the hosts will talk about the ways in which "Gift Centered Churches" help to promote "Christless Christianity" in our time.
RELATED ARTICLES
Where Have The Gifts Gone?, by Richard Gaffin
How My Mind Has Changed, by Don Matzat
Holy Spirit Baptism, by Donald Macleod
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
In the Face of God, by Michael Horton
Perspectives on Pentecost, by Richard Gaffin
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Emily Deloach; Song: "In the Hours"
Album: Indelible Grace V: Wake Thy Slumbering Children
COMMENTARY
Gift-Centered Churches
February 24, 2008
I Come to the Garden Alone
Too often, churches in our day focus our attention on Christian experiences rather than Christ. In the process these bodies have emphasized the subjective over the objective, personal testimonies over historical facts, and self-centered spirituality over Biblical Christianity. On this edition of the White Horse Inn, the hosts discuss "experience-centered belief" as they continue their series, "Christless Christianity."
RELATED ARTICLES
The New Gnosticism, by Michael Horton
Are Your Hymns Too Spiritual, by Michael Horton
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
In the Face of God, by Michael Horton
Too Good to Be True, by Michael Horton
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: David Hlebo
COMMENTARY
I Come to the Garden Alone
February 17, 2008
What Would Moses Do?
Many Christians in our time read the Old Testament merely as a guide for moral lessons and instruction. But do the Bible heroes really provide good examples for good moral conduct? What is the best way to read the Old Testament? Tune in this edition of the White Horse Inn to find out.
RELATED ARTICLES
What Are We Looking for in the Bible?, by Michael Horton
Preaching Christ, by Dennis Johnson
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
God of Promise, by Michael Horton
Him We Proclaim, by Dennis Johnson
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Laura Taylor; Song: "Let Us Love & Sing & Wonder"
Album, Indelible Grace III: For All The Saints
COMMENTARY
What Would Moses Do?
February 10, 2008
Good Advice vs. Good News
At the core of just about every major religion is something we call advice, or a set of instructions intended to help you live a better life. But is that what lies at the heart of the Christian faith? Tips and instructions for personal transformation? Whatever happened to the Christian gospel?
RELATED ARTICLES
Christless Christianity, by Michael Horton
The Promise Driven Life, by Michael Horton
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
God of Promise, by Michael Horton
Putting Amazing Back Into Grace, by Michael Horton
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Derek Webb; Song: A "New Law"
Album, Mockingbird; Website: derekwebb.musiccitynetworks.com
COMMENTARY
Good Advice vs. Good News
February 3, 2008
That's Entertainment!
In order to attract larger numbers, many churches throughout America have made their services more upbeat and entertaining. On this edition of the White Horse Inn, the hosts examine the history of this confusion between Church and Theatre, as they continue their series "Christless Christianity."
RELATED ARTICLES
An Interview with Neil Postman
Worshiping the Lamb or Entertaining the Sheep, by Bryan Spinks
Is Popular Culture Either?, by Ken Myers
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Amusing Ourselves to Death, by Neil Postman
All God's Children & Blue Suede Shoes, by Ken Myers
Life: The Movie, by Neal Gabler
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Doug Powell
Website: www.dougpowell.com
COMMENTARY
That's Entertainment!
January 27, 2008
Political Temptation
2008 is an election year and many churches will be distracted from their focus on the city of God, to the governments of men. What is the business of the church? Should it play a political role? On this edition of the White Horse Inn the hosts discuss the proper biblical relationship between church and state.
RELATED ARTICLES
Beyond Culture Wars, by Michael Horton
Christians & Political Action, an Interview with Michael Cromartie
Religion & Politics, A Roundtable Discussion with William Bennett, Michael Horton, Os Guinness, Cal Thomas, & Jim Wallis
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Beyond Culture Wars, by Michael Horton
Made in America, by Michael Horton
A Secular Faith, by D. G. Hart
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Dave Helbo
COMMENTARY
Political Temptations
January 20, 2008
Joel Osteen: A Case Study in American Religion
Why is Joel Osteen so popular? Is he a faithful representative of the Christian Faith, or is his message more about self-help and personal motivation? On this edition of the White Horse Inn, the hosts will examine the theology of this bestselling author as they continue their series "Christless Christianity."
RELATED ARTICLES
Joel Osteen & The Glory Story, by Michael Horton
A Review of Become A Better You, by Michael Horton
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Made in America, by Michael Horton
Putting Amazing Back Into Grace, by Michael Horton
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Ezra Thomas; Song: "This House"
Album: Promise Land
COMMENTARY
Joel Osteen: A Case Study in American Religion
January 13, 2008
Crossless Christianity
Many Christian leaders today point to Jesus as a good moral guide (WWJD), an inspirational figure of self-sacrifice, or one who resolves our problem with loneliness. And in doing so, these shepherds have managed to avoid one of the most central teachings of the entire Bible; namely Jesus' atoning sacrifice for sinners.
RELATED ARTICLES
Christ's Impossible Prayer, by Michael Horton
Corinthian Distractions, by Michael Horton
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Pierced for Our Transgressions, by Steve Jeffery, et. al.
The Atonement, by Leon Morris
The Great Exchange, by Jerry Bridges
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Matthew Smith; Song: "All I Owe"
Album: All I Owe
COMMENTARY
Crossless Christianity
January 6, 2008
Christless Christianity
Countless sermons in churches across the country focus on moralistic concerns and personal transformation. But has Christ gotten lost in the shuffle? Have we inverted Paul's warnings by intentionally preaching ourselves, and not Christ crucified? On this edition of the White Horse Inn, the hosts introduce the new theme for 2008: Christless Christianity!
RELATED ARTICLES
Christless Christianity, by Michael Horton
Preaching Christ from All the Scriptures, by Dennis Johnson
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Made in America, by Michael Horton
Soul Searching, by by Christian Smith & Melinda Denton
MUSIC SELECTION
Artist: Andrew Osenga; Song: "O Help My Unbelief"
Album: Indelible Grace V: Wake Thy Slumbering Children
COMMENTARY
Christless Christianity
To listen to the 30 most recent WHI broadcasts, head to our broadcast archives page at Oneplace. For list of older program topics, choose either 2004, 2005, 2006, or 2007..
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