I had the privileged of presenting a paper at the 2018 northeast regional meeting of the Evangelical Theological Society. My paper was an exploration of the Trinitarian language used in the Westminster Confession of Faith and the 2nd London Baptist Confession. Here is the paper and the audio from the presentation, I hope you enjoy.
Why I Care about Tullian Teaching
As my readers know, I have made it a point to comment on various things regarding Tullian Tchividjian in the past. Every time he makes the news, and I comment on it, controversy ensues. The most common question I get asked is “Why do you even care?” I figured that it might be a good… Continue reading Why I Care about Tullian Teaching
An Open Letter to Kevin and Chris
Dear Kevin Labby and Chris Rosebrough, Back in September I caught wind of something going on with Tullian that frustrated me. After a few exchanges, and a bit more information, I apologized for speaking rashly and asked for your forgiveness. I expressed concerns that I thought it was unwise for Tullian to be involved in ministry,… Continue reading An Open Letter to Kevin and Chris
Ligonier Statement on Christology – Some Thoughts
Last year, Ligonier published the results of a study which showed that a concerning number of Americans don’t understand the essentials of the faith. I’m not sure that this was a surprise, but to see the numbers on paper was troubling. A large percentage of respondents answered in sub-Christian ways regarding essential statements regarding the person and… Continue reading Ligonier Statement on Christology – Some Thoughts
Trinitarian Sightseeing
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.… Continue reading Trinitarian Sightseeing
Mark Driscoll, Church Leadership, and Bad Hermeneutics
As my readers know, I have been openly critical of Mark Driscoll in the past. This started before Mars Hill imploded, but has found its focus on Mark’s behavior and return to ministry over the last year. Yesterday Mark announced that he will be starting a new congregation in Phoenix within the year (and “God… Continue reading Mark Driscoll, Church Leadership, and Bad Hermeneutics
A Man From the Land of Uz
When I was a new Christian, I used to spend the night over at a good friend’s house on Saturday night, to catch a ride to church in the morning. We spent many nights going through Bible trivia cards, somewhat facetiously, saying that my memorizing this trivia we would grow as Christians and in our… Continue reading A Man From the Land of Uz
Review of “The Great Divide” by Jordan Cooper (Wipf & Stock, 2015)
Jordan Cooper is a former Reformed thinker, who converted to Lutheranism and now is a relatively well-known Pastor, Theologian, and Author. I was generously provided a review copy of The Great Divide by Wipf & Stock. Today I want to share some of my thoughts regarding this work. The primary thesis of the book is to provide… Continue reading Review of “The Great Divide” by Jordan Cooper (Wipf & Stock, 2015)
Clarified Chalcedonian Statement by Dr. RC Sproul
A few days ago I posted an in-depth explanation regarding some of my concerns with Dr. RC Sproul’s articulation of the Hypostatic Union. Highlighting some specific comments that appeared to be an essentially Nestorian perspective, I explained what I saw to be the problem. I also commented that I didn’t like doing it, and have… Continue reading Clarified Chalcedonian Statement by Dr. RC Sproul
RC Sproul and Nestorianism – A Clarification
I’m a member of a Facebook group called the Reformed Pub. My guess is if you’re reading this, you’ve heard of it. In this group there are several recurring topics that come up. Among some of them are the 2nd Commandment (No images of Jesus). Yesterday, the point was made that RC Sproul does not think… Continue reading RC Sproul and Nestorianism – A Clarification