We modern readers make ourselves the central character of the Scriptures, which then results in an understanding which dictates the central story-line is about us. Read more
We modern readers make ourselves the central character of the Scriptures, which then results in an understanding which dictates the central story-line is about us. Read more
Conservative sexual ethics will undoubtedly continue to be the focus of heated debate in the culture they are part of. Read more
We find incredibly strong language regarding one’s freedom in Christ, in that this freedom is to be done under the auspices of service to the weaker brother. Inherent to this discussion is not the idea that one ought not celebrate such freedoms in Christ, but rather, if winning a brother require we forego such celebration until we drink of the new wine with Christ – so be it. Put this in the context of the whole letter, and one finds... Read more
When culture changes doctrine, it always comes with consequences. Read more
One of the more pernicious secular doctrines pushed upon the cultural proselytes is the notion of finding personal identity within the realm of sexuality. Read more
There is no compelling reason to believe that Paul leaves any room for other good works – not works done in obedience to the Mosaic Law – as the instrument of justification, alongside of faith. Read more
I have been a complete jerk and abused the treasure of which I have been entrusted and am here to apologize. I also know I am not alone in my mistakes. It's not uncommon for a new Calvinist to be so excited and overcome with passion they can do more harm than good. Read more
Those opposed to Calvinism will often point to words like “world” and “whoever believes” as reasons why Calvinism is incompatible with scripture. Read more
One of the most important things people need to understand when contemplating the “5 Solas” is that they harmonically and eternally fit together, as parts of one divine plan for the redemption of God’s people. To illustrate this, let’s use the analogy of sin being a debt we cannot repay. Soli Deo Gloria is the thank you card for the debt-clearing check we’ve received and cashed. Solus Christus is the One who alone can WRITE the check that will pay all our debts. Sola Scriptura is the actual paper on which the check is written (because there are many phony checks out there). Sola Fide is how we CASH this amazingly generous check we’ve been given. Read more
Despite the protestations of the vocal left, arguments that secularization is ameliorating the western world is a blatant logical fallacy; in fact, its slowly smothering it. Read more
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