Philip Benedict concedes that the Harmony was a more hopeful than a realistic expression of Protestant unity. But he adds that it was “one example of the conviction of many Reformed that the bonds of brotherhood ought to encompass the Lutheran churches . . . Continue reading →
Law and Gospel Distinction
What is the Power of the Christian Life?
For Christians who believe God’s Word, the Holy Scriptures and who confess the Reformed faith there can be no question whether we ought to live the Christian life. The question is, however, how do we live the Christian life? From where do . . . Continue reading →
Audio From The Inaugural Lecture
The lecture title is: “‘That We Should Retain the Distinction between Law and Gospel’: Hermeneutical Conservatism in Early Reformed Orthodoxy.” The audio is here.
Just Say NO to "Golawspel"
Brian Cochran has a helpful post on this. Thanks to Kim for the term “Golawspel.” There’s a lot of that going around these days.
More on the Law-Gospel Distinction
At Jason’s new blog. Lane Keister reviewed Michael Williams’ volume on covenant theology and offers this related criticism:
Lutheran or Reformed? You Make the Call (UPDATED)
The answer: This Q/A was written by the Reformed theologian Caspar Olevianus (1536-87), who cooperated in the production of the Heidelberg Catechism (1563), who taught and ministered in Heidelberg and Herborn. The quotation is question 10 from his 1567 popular catechetical work, . . . Continue reading →
Bavinck and the "Sharp" Contrast Between Law and Gospel
Thanks to Shane at the Reformed Reader for posting some stimulating quotes.
Calvin on Law and Gospel
Mike Horton’s essay from EVANGELIUM is now online.
Turretin on Law and Gospel and OT/NT
At the Reformed Reader.
Colquhoun on Law and Gospel
John Colquhoun (1748-1827) was a minister in the Church of Scotland whose sermons and writings reflect those of the Marrow brethren of the Secession church. Colquhoun‘s writings are theologically astute and intensely practical. He wrote on the core doctrines of the gospel, . . . Continue reading →
More on Perkins' Law/Gospel Distinction
Thanks to Chris Gordon for posting this!
Colquhoun on Law and Gospel
This volume is worth having and it’s back in print.
Playing Games with the Gospel
My old friend (and former pastor) Iain Duguid sent this to me: Make Your Own Gospel Board Games This was a favorite of mine growing up. My mom would get a large piece of poster board and create a winding path of . . . Continue reading →
The Marrow of Modern Divinity on Law and Gospel
At James Durham Thesis
Ursinus on Law and Gospel
Q.36 What distinguishes law and gospel? A: The law contains a covenant of nature begun by God with men in creation, that is, it is a natural sign to men, and it requires of us perfect obedience toward God. It promises eternal . . . Continue reading →
Brakel on Law and Gospel
Thanks to Shane for this!
Is the Law/Gospel Distinction Only Lutheran?
Lane at Green Baggins has been addressing this. Here’s part 1 and part 2 and part 3. The answer, of course, is no. Here are some resources: There is an entire chapter, chock full O’ quotations from classic Reformed theologians and footnoted references to . . . Continue reading →
For Jesus’ Sake: Hywel Jones’ Message to WSC Grads
We all want members of our congregations to grow in sanctity. The temptation is to turn to the law, which can happen overtly, covertly, and even without awareness. The law is absolutely necessary as the norm of the Christian life but will . . . Continue reading →
The Marrow On Law And Gospel
Now, the law is a doctrine partly known by nature, teaching us that there is a God, and what God is, and what he requires us to do, binding all reasonable creatures to perfect obedience, both internal and external, promising the favour . . . Continue reading →