From the old HB (2007) Editor’s Note: This is the 3rd in a series of interviews with graduates of the Westminster Seminary California MA (Historical Theology) program. Rich Bishop (WSC ’02) is a graduate of Wheaton College, and now a PhD student . . . Continue reading →
Academic Stuff
Call for Papers by Young Scholars
It’s depressing that I don’t qualify (45 and under) but you might. Details here.
Sola Fide in 1 Clement
I’m not a big fan of 1 Clement (I prefer the Ep to Diognetus) but Shane is right, this is an excellent passage.
Zwingli on Anabaptist Individualism
“If it should come to the point that everyone would like to begin whatever he wanted according to his own stubborn head, and not ask the church about it, then there would be more errors than Christians.” (HT: WSC Student Jose Jimenez).
Melchior Leydekker on the Covenant of Works
Because so many folk define “Dutch Reformed theology” as if it began in the early 19th century or in the early 20th century—one always wonders, “From where did those churches and people come?—it is too frequently claimed that the doctrine of “the . . . Continue reading →
Out Now: Sober, Strict, and Scriptural (Updated)
The Calvinpalooza continues for 2009. Sober, Strict, and Scriptural: Collective Memories of John Calvin, 1800–2000 is a collection of essays considering how Calvin’s life, theology, and legacy were received in the modern period. Contributors include, in alphabetical order, R. Bryan Bademan, Patrick Cabanel, R. Scott . . . Continue reading →
Bullinger is Back
And on the web here. If you’re interested in Reformed theology beyond Calvin (and you should be) then this resource will be of interest.
Today Should Be Reformation Day!
Not October 31. Thanks to Justin for this timely reminder.
Servetus Wasn't the Only One
But he’s the anti-Trinitarian who gets all the ink because he’s a convenient stick with which to beat Calvin. There were other anti-Trinitarians who were put to death for heresy. There’s more about this in my book on Olevianus.
Eat Like a 16th-Century King
Wes explains.
When Was Zwingli an Anabaptist? Updated
Robert G. Torbet, A History of the Baptists (Philadelphia: The Judson Press, 1950), 35 contains this striking subordinate clause, “…when Zwingli became reluctant to continue his Anabaptist teaching…” I’ve read this claim before and I’ve heard it repeated. I’ve never seen any . . . Continue reading →
Is the WCF Inherently Supra?
Donald John MacLean considers Guy Richards’ arguments in the most recent issue of the Confessional Presbyterian.
Samuel Rutherford for the 21st Century
By Guy Richards at Ref21.
Justifying the Humanities (and Gordon's Concerns)
My experience, though briefer, is similar to that described by T. David Gordon in his new book, Why Johnny Can’t Preach (which is being surveyed on the HB). Since I began teaching in 1995 I’ve noticed a decline in the ability of . . . Continue reading →
Bavarian State Library Digitalization Project
If you’re a student of the 16th-century German Reformation you will want to know about this development. The Bavarian State Library is providing high-quality digital editions of 16th-century texts online. (HT: Historical TheoBlogy)
New Edition of "The Creationists" by Numbers
Ronald Numbers has done terrific work on the history of the creationist movement in N. America. He has revised his earlier work to account for the intelligent design movement. Everyone on all sides of this issue should read this book.
Selling Indulgences?
It is believed by some that the Roman communion has abandoned the doctrine and practice of indulgences. The HB has noted, however, that the practice of indulgences continues. In one of these posts it was suggested that Rome has never authorized the . . . Continue reading →
Essay on Luther’s Doctrine of Justification Online (Updated)
My essay in the Concordia Theological Journal is now online as a PDF.
Grade Inflation Continues
There is a story in the 12 March 2009 issue of the Chronicles of Higher Education building on the research presented at GradeInflation.com showing that post-secondary grades have risen steadily since 1991.
Galileo Goes to Jail
A new book edited by Ronald Numbers on the relation between faith and science. Numbers is a first-class scholar and writer. This looks like a fascinating collection.