In this episode Jordan, Zach Williams, Matt Gilleskie, Dr. Matthew Bingham discuss the themes of spiritual formation, the importance of early modern reformed sources, and the role of meditation in the Christian life. Dr. Bingham shares insights from his book 'Heart of Flame for God', emphasizing the need for a word-centered approach to spiritual formation and the significance of the local church in nurturing believers. The conversation also touches on the neglect of Puritan literature in contemporary spiritual practices and the distinctions between Reformed and generic evangelical approaches.

Resources:

1) A Heart Aflame for God: A Reformed Approach to Spiritual Formation, Matthew Bingham

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast

01:23 Introducing Dr. Matthew Bingham

02:08 The Genesis of 'Heart of Flame for God'

06:02 Understanding Spiritual Formation vs. Spiritual Disciplines

08:27 Neglect of Early Modern Reformed Sources

12:12 Perceptions of Puritanism in Spiritual Formation

14:46 Distinguishing Reformed Spiritual Formation

19:33 Reformed vs. Arminian Perspectives on Spiritual Formation

24:11 Eclecticism in Spiritual Formation Practices

26:31 The Balance of Evangelism and Spiritual Formation

29:00 Understanding Meditation in the Reformed Tradition

35:20 The Role of Scripture and Prayer in Spiritual Formation

39:10 Nature's Influence on Spiritual Growth

44:07 The Church's Role in Spiritual Formation