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What is Reformed Theology? | Dr. Derek Thomas | ITS Symposium

Dr. Derek Thomas unpacks Reformed Theology using two historic catechisms by William Perkins and John Bunyan. Through these visual charts, he explores core doctrines like election, effectual calling, justification, sanctification, and perseverance. The lecture concludes with a robust Q&A, addressing election, free will, evangelism, and the value of Pilgrim’s Progress today. This session offers both clarity and depth for anyone seeking to understand the Reformed tradition. Intro 0:14 — Faith Alone & Faith That Works 1:29 — Isaiah 58, the Sabbath, and Joy (Thomas' Book) 3:08 — ITS Symposia & Why We Should Ask "What is Reformed Theology?" 7:18 — Outline: Using Two Ocular Catechisms (Perkins & Bunyan) William Perkins' Catechism 8:49 — Significance William Perkins 11:45 — Answering: "Election Is Not Fair” 14:18 — Why Catechisms? 16:17 — Portraying The Trinity (Filioque Noted) 18:06 — Decree, Predestination, and Election 20:12 — Effectual Calling: Means, Preaching, Hearing, New Heart 23:35 — Assurance: Active & Passive Obedience 26:41 — Assurance Under Doubt: Looking from Election to Christ 27:29 — Justification: Remission of Sin & Imputation of Righteousness 31:50 — Sanctification: Mortification, Vivification, Repentance, New Obedience 34:05 — Concupiscence: Ongoing Sin Within Us 35:39 — Glorification: Death, Judgment, and Eternal Life 38:16 — Reprobation (Ineffectual Call → Yielding → Temporary Obedience → Relapse → Apostasy) 43:31 — “No Call” Path (Ignorance → Hardening → Reprobate Mind) John Bunyan's Catechism 44:31 — Covenant of Grace Route (Order & Causes) 47:01 — Bunyan’s Experiential Order 49:00 — Difference of Conversions: Sudden vs. From-the-Cradle 51:52 — Covenant of Works Route: Legal Conviction to Apostasy (“Unforgivable Sin”) 55:08 — Comparing the Charts: Perkins’s Christ-Centered Emphasis Q&A 56:26 — Q&A Begins 57:52 — Is My Friend Apostate OR Just Struggling? 58:31 — What Distinct Marks of Piety and Ministry Flow from Reformed Theology? 1:06:45 — What Are The “Material” & “Formal” Causes of the Reformation? 1:08:27 — Why Must Regeneration Precede Faith & How Should That Shape Ministry? 1:12:30 — In 2 or 3 Sentences, What Is Reformed Theology? 1:14:39 — How Do We Balance Election With Free Will? 1:18:21 — Why Read Pilgrim’s Progress? 1:21:50 — Which Edition of "Pilgrim's Progress" Should I Read? For those interested in going deeper, learn more about Indianapolis Theological Seminary and how to take the next step toward a Christ-centered journey of theological education: https://go.indysem.org/request-more-info #ReformedTheology #DerekThomas #Calvinism #ChristianDoctrine #WestminsterConfession #Theology #ChristianFaith #PilgrimsProgress #CovenantTheology #IndianapolisTheologicalSeminary