A discussion of a Reformed Two Kingdoms view, and the possibility of a distinctively Christian view of the believer’s cultural activity according to an orthodox Neo-Calvinism, in contrast with a Scholastic view. Key points from episodes 4 and 19 are summarized, and the Two Kingdoms view being addressed is described. The use of the term Scholasticism is explained against an objection. And a key difference between Neo-Calvinism and a Scholasticized view is variously illustrated.
| 00:00 | Introduction |
| 00:32 | Episode description |
| 02:08 | Key points from episode 4 on Christian cultural activity |
| 07:09 | Key points from episode 19 on religious non-neutrality |
| 09:23 | Reformed Two Kingdoms distinctions |
| 13:41 | The views of David VanDrunen |
| 18:43 | The term Scholasticism as modified Aristotelianism |
| 24:04 | Reiteration of key difference between Neo-Calvinist and Scholastic views |
| 25:58 | More about VanDrunen’s views |
| 27:52 | Religious views of a saltshaker |
| 32:43 | The question of logical norms |
| 34:54 | Similar to interpreting Scripture |
| 36:20 | Religious views of limited civil governance |
| 40:35 | Conclusion |
*Usually we catch these things, but Gregory didn’t catch his mispronunciation of philological til later.
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