Livestream | Reflections on Numbers and the Call to Ministry

In this lively Friday afternoon livestream recorded on January 17, 2025, Camden Bucey and a panel of guests discuss upcoming events, including Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary’s Confessional Conference, themed “The Pastor: His Call, Character, and Work.” The panel includes Pat Daly (Greenville Seminary), Stephen Spinnenweber (Westminster PCA, Jacksonville), Ryan Noha (Reformed Forum), and Carlton Wynne (Westminster PCA, Atlanta; Reformed Theological Seminary, Atlanta). They preview the conference’s lineup, including talks on pastoral calling, ministry, and the broader applications of confessional theology. Camden and Ryan highlight upcoming Reformed Forum events in Oklahoma City and California, offering opportunities to engage in robust theological discussions and fellowship. Stephen shares insights from his current sermon series on the Book of Numbers, uncovering its rich ecclesiological and redemptive themes. The panel also reflects on the challenges of preaching through difficult books and the joy of revealing Christ in all of Scripture.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Live Stream and Panel 03:00 Greenville Conference Overview 08:07 The Unique Community of the Greenville Conference 10:02 Carlton Wynne’s Insights on Pastoral Calling 15:54 Exploring the Nature of Pastoral Ministry 18:07 Upcoming Events and Future Plans 24:56 Fellowship and Worship Opportunities 26:45 Upcoming Conferences and Events 28:26 Memorable Experiences and Connections 30:11 Exploring Historical Figures and Their Impact 31:36 Engaging with Contemporary Discussions 33:08 Critiques and Insights on Apologetics 37:39 Theological Frameworks in Apologetics 41:09 Preaching Through Challenging Texts 42:00 Insights on the Book of Numbers 48:37 Exploring the Book of Numbers 50:12 The Impact of Preaching on Congregation 51:41 Challenges in Old Testament Preaching 54:15 The Aaronic Benediction and Its Significance 56:23 Resources for Preaching and Teaching 58:17 Introduction to Stephen’s Book 01:01:01 Understanding the Law of God 01:03:51 The Three Uses of the Law 01:06:12 Final Thoughts and Future Plans