Part 1: Overcoming the Musical Divide There is an interesting discussion at Reformingchurches.org [Ed. note: this discussion is no longer online] on what it means to be black and Reformed. This is a question of great importance to the Reformed churches. 11–13% . . . Continue reading →
August 2008 Archive
Whence the Reformation Solas?
I get this question with some frequency, usually around Reformation Day. Here is a preliminary answer: The ideas were present from the earliest stage of the Reformation, but the actual phrases developed over time. The earliest phrases were sola gratia (by grace . . . Continue reading →
Is the Pope a Protestant?
About once a week, the Bishop of Rome, Benedict XVI (Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger), holds a “general audience” in St Peter’s Square in which he gives instruction (catechesis) to Roman Catholics. In three of the more recent of these catechetical audiences he has . . . Continue reading →
Are Church Members Free Agents?
One of the biggest developments of the modern era of sports is the rise of the “free agent.” Under “free agency” an athlete is bound to a team only for a short period at the end of which he becomes a “free . . . Continue reading →
Reformed Smokers, Rockers, and Air Supply
Darryl Hart takes the occasion of a comment by John Frame about smoking to lauch a salvo against “Reformed Rockers.”
Quick Overview of the Differences Between Protestants and Rome
Reformation Chart Pt 1 Reformation Chart pt 2
Violent Persecution of Christians in India on the Rise?
I received an email from a URC missionary listing 32 instances of persecution of Christians in India.
Paul Schaefer on William Perkins
Paul is one of the finest scholars I know. He’ also chairman of the Religion Dept. at Grove City College. He’s been my rabbi for years. Thanks to Inwoo for these gems from Paul on Perkins.
Kim is Going to Chicago
Details at the RB
Christless Christianity is Here
Well, it never really went away but now it has a website and a prominent Reformed author behind it…sort of.
CTC Interviews Darryl Hart
Here
The Cult of Personality
Carl hits the nail squarely once more.
Federalism, Imputation, and Forensic Justification c. 115-50 AD
In the Ep. to Diognetus, ch. 9 (thanks to TC for the text): But when our unrighteousness was fulfilled, and it had been made perfectly clear that is wages–punishment and death–were to be expected, then the season arrived during which God had . . . Continue reading →
"Two Kingdoms" circa 115-50?
A notable early Christian apologist didn’t get the transformationalist memo. Ep. to Diognetus (5.1-11): For Christians are not distinguished from the rest of humanity by country, language, or custom. 2 For nowhere do they live in cities of their own, nor do . . . Continue reading →
FV Circa 115-150 AD?
The Epistle of “Mathetes” (Disciple) to Diognetus, 4.4: “And is it not also ridiculous to take pride in the mutilation of the flesh [circumcision -rsc] as a sign of election, as though they were especially beloved by God because of this?”
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For $19.63 and shipping. More info about the book.
Recovering the Reformation: Oct 31-Nov 2 in Colo Springs
I’ll be there to speak at the Colorado Springs Reformation Day Conference hosted by Pastor David Reese and the good folks at the Springs Reformed Church. Here are the talks: Who’s Afraid of Martin Luther? Was The Reformation A Mistake? Who Needs A . . . Continue reading →
Bob Godfrey May Not Be Hip
But Calvin still is.
Are We Living in the Last Days?
Ask Kim
The Mall: City X
Radio Lab is a production of public radio station WYNC. I just finished a podcast, City X, on the rise and nature of the mall. It seems evenhanded. If you’re fan of radio, the production values are terrific and it’s a thoughtful . . . Continue reading →