Umberto Eco & Why You Should Read Deep & Wide

Umberto Eco & Why You Should Read Deep & Wide

George reads a lot. And a lot of what he reads is very different from what most people read. Among his most enduring influences is the great Italian academic semioticist Umberto Eco (1932-2016). On this episode of the StandfastCast podcast, Karen asks George about why...
The Expulsive Power of a New Affection

The Expulsive Power of a New Affection

In 1819, when he was at the height of his influence and effectiveness, Thomas Chalmers preached a sermon on growing in Christ and resistance to temptation and sin.  It has been heralded as a classic ever since. The sermon has been particularly influential in George’s...
Things Worth Doing (Throwback #6)

Things Worth Doing (Throwback #6)

Brent Hebert introduces this talk… He says he had the pleasure of meeting George Grant 2 or 3 years ago at the For God & Truth Conference in Trinity, Alabama. Brent adds, “It has been said that if you want to know the heart and love of a pastor, take a glimpse at...
The Begats of Geneaology  (Throwback #5)

The Begats of Geneaology (Throwback #5)

Tim Yarbrough introduces this “throwback” talk in which George discusses how God uses covenantal succession through people… even the unexpected people. Turns out, the Lord only has imperfect people to use. That means, we’re all— by His grace— qualified. (This talk...
Classical Education and Nation Building (Throwback #4)

Classical Education and Nation Building (Throwback #4)

Perry Coghlan introduces another talk by George in this “throwback” lecture. (Perry also introduced the first talk in the series, SF73.) He offers a warning on this one, though… He says you might NOT want to listen to it. He offers four reasons why— #1- if you don’t...