https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/podcasts/178391/ Systematic Theology class taught at New Geneva International Seminary in Colorado Springs. Includes several student class presentations and a guest lecturer who spent time at L'Abri in Switzerland. Religion & Spirituality Dr. J.R. Dickens http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification https://vps.sermonaudio.com/resize_image/images/series/1440/1440/178391.1757006399.jpg https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/podcasts/178391/ en Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:13:14 +0000 30 J.R. Dickens no Systematic Theology class taught at New Geneva International Seminary in Colorado Springs. Includes several student class presentations and a guest lecturer who spent time at L'Abri in Switzerland. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231514173083 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231514173083 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 01 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:54:18 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231515152010 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231515152010 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 01 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Doug Lee 0:49:41 no Doug Lee - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231511585225 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231511585225 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 24 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:49:25 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823151314747 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823151314747 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 24 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:52:39 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231510326115 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231510326115 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 17 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:52:30 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823159341765 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823159341765 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 17 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:48:09 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823157282833 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823157282833 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 10 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:48:27 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823158261015 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823158261015 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 10 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:50:52 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823155457525 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823155457525 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 03 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Randy Gray 0:53:55 no Randy Gray - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823156346154 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823156346154 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 03 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Randy Gray 0:41:25 no Randy Gray - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823154112877 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823154112877 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 27 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Leland McCartney 0:50:50 no Leland McCartney - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823154594871 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823154594871 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 27 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Ely Wilson 0:51:33 no Ely Wilson - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823152565072 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823152565072 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:50:23 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823153345261 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. The discussion explores the balance between freedom and form, drawing parallels to artistic representation and political systems, ultimately arguing that a pursuit of absolute freedom, devoid of virtue and personal responsibility, inevitably leads to tyranny. The analysis examines the erosion of free speech, the manipulation of perceptions by media, and the potential for government control over thought and conscience, suggesting that a return to a foundational Christian consensus, informed by scripture and characterized by individual conscience, is essential to resist this trajectory. The conversation concludes with a consideration of the role of lesser magistrates and the importance of standing for righteousness, even in the face of societal pressures. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823153345261 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:54:19 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231335381412 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231335381412 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 06 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:48:13 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823133587811 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823133587811 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 06 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:53:37 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823131422155 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823131422155 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 27 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:50:25 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231314502462 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/68231314502462 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 27 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:49:02 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823128595400 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823128595400 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 20 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:55:18 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823129212395 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823129212395 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 20 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:52:45 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823123287868 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823123287868 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:49:34 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823123402173 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823123402173 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:46:37 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823511416980 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/6823511416980 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 06 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:53:32 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/682359367894 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. This lecture traces the formative years of a pivotal Christian thinker, highlighting how his upbringing in early 20th-century America—marked by industrialization, cultural upheaval, and spiritual ambiguity—shaped his intellectual and spiritual journey. Born into a poor, working-class family with limited education and no spiritual foundation, he experienced early hardship, familial loss, and a skeptical worldview, yet developed a searching mind and a deep curiosity about truth. His conversion was not a sudden event but a gradual awakening sparked by reading the Bible, particularly Genesis, which he found to be a source of authoritative, life-transforming answers that neither philosophy nor liberal religion could provide. This encounter with Scripture, coupled with a growing sense of divine calling, led him to reject both secular humanism and compromised Christianity, culminating in a decisive commitment to Christ and the ministry. The narrative builds toward his pivotal decision to pursue theological education despite familial opposition, setting the stage for his future role as a prophetic voice in the modern church. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/682359367894 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 06 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:48:56 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/682335486996 Lecture for ST 540 The Apologetics of Francis Schaeffer, New Geneva Theological Seminary, Colorado Springs. This lecture presents a comprehensive portrait of Francis Schaeffer as a passionate, polarizing, and deeply influential apologist whose life and ministry were marked by a relentless commitment to truth, evangelism, and cultural engagement. Central to his message was the conviction that Christianity offers the only coherent answer to life's deepest questions, particularly in the face of pervasive humanism, moral relativism, and the erosion of a shared Christian consensus. Schaeffer's approach combined rigorous intellectual engagement with personal hospitality, emphasizing the integration of faith across all spheres of life, the necessity of moral accountability, and the dignity of every person as an image-bearer of God. His work at L'Abri exemplified a radical dependence on divine providence, demonstrating that authentic Christian witness requires both truth and love, and that discipleship must follow evangelism. The lesson underscores Schaeffer's enduring relevance, calling contemporary believers not to imitate him, but to extend his mission by asking the right questions and offering Christ-centered answers in a culture increasingly marked by despair, nihilism, and the abandonment of human dignity. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/jrdickens/sermons/682335486996 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 30 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000 J.R. Dickens 0:55:05 no J.R. Dickens - The Apologetics of Schaeffer