Four Views Of The Warning Sign In Hebrews: A Review

Last updated on: October 11, 2022 at 11:50 am By William Hemsworth

The letter to the Hebrews is a letter that has perplexed scholars through the centuries. Depending on one’s theological tradition there may be different ways to exegete the treasures within. Four Views of the Warning Passages in Hebrews provides a platform for four prominent New Testament scholars who layout their viewpoint in a systematic fashion. The four viewpoints contained within the work are the Arminian, Classical reformed, Wesleyan Arminian, and the modified reformed perspectives[1]. The four scholars who contribute to the work... Read more

Global Faith And Media Study Released

Last updated on: October 6, 2022 at 10:39 am By William Hemsworth

This article is a little different from others that have been written on this column. Longtime readers know that I tend to focus on articles focusing on Evangelism, Apologetics, and Christian living. However a new study that focusing on Global faith and media was recently released. It revealed some fascinating finding regarding the relationship between faith an media. Global Faith and Media Background The study consisted of the input of 9,489 people from 118 different countries as well as 30... Read more

Discipleship Is A Priority

Last updated on: September 27, 2022 at 11:47 am By William Hemsworth

It is my goal with this article to explain why discipleship is a vital factor for the church and ministry. To do this discipleship must first be explained, and then put into the context of ministry and the church. What Is Discipleship? Instead of a definition a few examples may better explain. A disciple is a person who is becoming spiritually mature, a person who cares for the lost, does life with others and builds relationships, knows what righteousness is, worships... Read more

Learning Theology With The Church Fathers: A Review

Last updated on: September 25, 2022 at 6:06 pm By William Hemsworth

There are many books written about what the church fathers said and did. The Church Fathers, particularly the Patristics, had a connection to the very beginnings of Christianity. This connection gives them a different focus in their writing then that of someone writing in the 10th century. Christopher Hall does a great job in breaking down the theology of the church fathers in terms that a novice can follow. Christopher Hall is provost of Eastern University and dean of its Templeton... Read more

Jesus And Living Water

Last updated on: September 17, 2022 at 3:55 pm By William Hemsworth

The Feast of Tabernacles plays an important role in John’s gospel. It was an important Jewish festival that brought to mind the provision of God while the children of Israel were wondering in the wilderness for forty years en route to the promised land. It occurred after the Day of Atonement and marked the end of the festival calendar [1]. It was full of rich symbolism that Jesus comes to fulfill. Jesus And The Day Of Atonement During the festival... Read more

Evangelicalism And Biblical Inerrancy: A Brief History From 1900 Onward

Last updated on: September 4, 2022 at 5:42 pm By William Hemsworth

When one studies the history of the evangelical movement it is fairly easy to see the foundation. However, it is also beneficial to determine what an evangelical is. Many today use the term, but they mean it in a different sense than what has been historically understood. An evangelical is more than a protestant church goer, though it may be part of it. What is an evangelical? Regarding the definition theologian Alister McGrath writes the following six convictions that evangelicals... Read more

Justin Martyr Can Teach Us A Few Things About The Roman Empire

Last updated on: August 13, 2022 at 10:00 am By William Hemsworth

Justin Martyr is a saint that played a pivotal role in my conversion. It was through his work that I saw a glimpse of the ancient catholic liturgy. He lived in a time where being a Christian was illegal. These believers risked everything, including their lives, to become part of the church. Through his writing we can get a glimpse into some of the charges that the Roman Empire had against Christians. St. Justin addresses these charges in his First Apology. 1. Justin... Read more

Why I Think Apollos Wrote Hebrews

Last updated on: August 13, 2022 at 8:41 am By William Hemsworth

The Epistle to the Hebrews is one that has perplexed Christians for generations. The letter is unlike anything seen in the rest of the New Testament, and uses typology and symbolism to communicate the precious truth of Christ. In regards to this theologian N.T. Wright states, “The letter to the Hebrews is one of the most bracing and challenging writings in the New Testament. People often find it a bit difficult, because it uses ideas that are strange to us[1].”... Read more

The Mission: A Review Of The Classic Movie

Last updated on: August 10, 2022 at 4:38 pm By William Hemsworth

The movie, The Mission, is based on the historical events of an 18th century Jesuit mission. The film portrays the importance that missions had among the Roman Catholic Church, and the urgency there was to spread the Gospel. The film also displays something that has been all too common throughout history, and that is the bad treatment of colonies on native peoples. It is an epic film of people uniting to “shield a South American tribe from brutal subjugation by 18th-century colonial empires[1].”... Read more

Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, yet I will rejoice in the Lord. What will God make my feet like?