One thing that I commonly hear repeated in discussions between Textus Receptus and Critical Text advocates is the idea that modern text critics always, or nearly always, favor the readings found in the oldest manuscripts as opposed to the readings found in the majority text. Now, it’s not an exact study, but this generally means that… Continue reading SBLGNT, Robinson/Pierpont, and the Majority Text
Month: November 2016
Tullian Tchividjian Returns to Teaching
I have written in the past about the unfortunate saga of Tullian Tchividjian. A more detailed timeline is available in my recent post regarding his alleged remarriage. I have also been asked multiple times why I care so much, which I have also discussed in detail. Recently, a sermon by Tullian was forwarded to me.… Continue reading Tullian Tchividjian Returns to Teaching
Looking to Jesus as our Example: A Word Study
“We are to be an example of Christ!” some exclaim. Sure, Christians are to be following Christ’s example – no reasonable Christian would deny such a thing. Quite often, Jesus had compassion (and currently still does). However, what does compassion look like? What exactly is compassion? According to the Gospels, compassion is having such a… Continue reading Looking to Jesus as our Example: A Word Study
The Lord Will Repay – JD Hall
Alexander the coppersmith did me great harm; the Lord will repay him according to his deeds. (1 Tim 4:14, ESV) As I’ve mentioned in the past, I don’t ever mention someone in a post without praying for them by name. There are two individuals who I pray for daily: Mark Driscoll and Tullian Tchividjian. The reason… Continue reading The Lord Will Repay – JD Hall
Culture of Death
The last enemy to be destroyed is death. – 1 Corinthians 15:26 I have been fascinated by Halloween and the supposed culture of death and destruction. Part of my fascination has been because of my Independent Fundamental Baptist background. I always viewed Halloween from an outsider perspective, and from seeing Halloween as a culture holiday… Continue reading Culture of Death