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94: The London Baptist Confession (1646): §15–18

September 24, 2025 | Wyatt Graham • Jon Cleland

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94: The London Baptist Confession (1646): §15–18

In this conversation, Wyatt and Dr. John Cleland delve into the threefold office of Christ as prophet, priest, and king, as outlined in the 1646 London Baptist Confession. They explore the significance of Christ’s role as a prophet who reveals God’s will, the nature of his priesthood and sacrifice, and the implications of his kingship. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding Christ’s dual nature as both divine and human, and how this informs Christian theology and practice.

Wyatt Graham (PhD., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) serves as the part-time Editor in Chief of TGC Canada. You can follow him on X at @wagraham or at wyattgraham.com.

Jonathan N. Cleland (PhD, Knox College, University of Toronto) is an adjunct professor at Heritage College and Seminary, Associate Pastor of Young Adults at Grandview Church, Kitchener, and a Sessional Teaching Fellow at Ryle Seminary, Ottawa and Burlington, Ontario. Jon is married to Laura, and they have two kids, Anna and Judah.

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