About this episode

This episode explores the life and ministry of Benjamin Morgan Palmer, highlighting his commitment to Christ and compassion for the Jewish people.

In this episode we explore the life and ministry of Benjamin Morgan Palmer, a leading 19th-century Southern Presbyterian. Grounded in Reformed theology and the promises of Romans 11, Palmer combined unwavering commitment to Christ with sincere compassion for the Jewish people. Through his writings, pastoral care in times of epidemic, and public solidarity with suffering Jews, he modeled faithful gospel witness joined with genuine love. A compelling example of conviction and charity held together in Christian service. Watch more of the Dead Presbyterians Society Podcast at confessional.org Pastors, you're invited to a summer seminar on Apologetics and Evangelism with Carlton Wynne and Camden Bucey. August 4-5; register now at gpts.edu

People in this episode

Hosts: Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Dead Presbyterians Society

Topics covered

• life and ministry
• 19th-century Southern Presbyterian
• Reformed theology
• gospel witness
• Christian service
• compassion for Jewish people

Keywords

• Benjamin Morgan Palmer
• Southern Presbyterian
• Reformed theology
• gospel witness
• Christian service
• epidemic care
• Jewish compassion

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