Thanks to Jay Collier at Joel Beeke and RHB for putting Caspar Olevian back into print. “This volume is the most comprehensive treatment of Olevian’s theology published to date. Reflecting an impressive breadth of research and depth of analysis, it delivers . . . Continue reading →
J. H. Alsted's Theological Curriculum
More great stuff from Todd at Historical Theoblogy.
Is Natural Law "Theocratic"?
Lee Irons raises this question in relation to the discussion that has been occurring here relative to natural law and homosexual marriage. Lee argues, “My problem with this is that, if logically carried through, this will lead to a view of civil government . . . Continue reading →
Natural Law and Light in the Reformed Confessions
One of the more interesting ways in which theonomy is contra confessional is its Barthian-like rejection of the classic Reformed doctrine of natural law and implicitly it’s skepticism regarding natural revelation.
Issues Etc Interview on the Emergent/Emerging Movements
Here it is. Thanks to Bruce to for the link!
What Is a True Church?
Is it the congregation with the best “youth ministry” or the most exciting “worship team” or the best coffee bar? As interesting as those things might be the Protestant Reformation was asking different questions. The WHI guys explain.
What Justification By Faith Apart From Works Does Not Mean
Creed or Chaos Explains.
Live 28 October 2008 2:20-3PM Pacific
On Issues Etc. We’ll be discussing Reforming or Conforming: Post-Conservative Evangelicals and the Emerging Church.
Natural Law, the Two Kingdoms, and Homosexual Marriage
David writes to ask how, from a “two kingdoms” perspective one should think about the question of whether the state should sanction homosexual marriage.
A Diagnosis of Reformed Churches
That’s what the Reformed Reader finds in Recovering the Reformed Confession.
Ministers: Servants of God or Man?
Machen explain to the 1934 graduating class of WTS.
Dan is Reading "Recovering the Reformed Confession"
“Based on the first chapter, this book will rattle some cages in the Reformed community. The only question is, are those who need to be rattled so busy knowing things the way that God knows them and having immediate experiences that they . . . Continue reading →
Calvin on the Free Offer of the Gospel
At Dan Kok’s Pillar and Ground.
Congratulations to URCNA of Sunnyside, WA
They’re now an “organized” congregation (i.e., they’ve graduated from “church plant” status to being their own congregation with elders etc). Pray that God’s Spirit works powerfully through and in the congregation to advance the mission in that community.
Musculus and Gratian
No, it’s not a reunion from the 60s. Todd explains.
The Practical Consequences of the Law/Gospel Distinctionc
Josh explains at Creed or Chaos.
How Would Jesus Vote (And is that an appropriate question)?
That’s the provocative question asked in a new special issue of Modern Reformation magazine. It’s so new and special that it isn’t on the website yet, but you may call them (800 890 7556) or contact them online for more info. This . . . Continue reading →
Covenants, Adam, Modernity, and Context Pt 2 (HC 15)
Part 1 15. What kind of a mediator and redeemer then must we seek? One who is a true1 and righteous man,2 and yet more powerful than all creatures, that is, One who is also true God.3 11 Cor 15:21, 22, 25, . . . Continue reading →
Want an Actual or Potential Savior?
“In rejecting the Arminian errors regarding the death of Christ, the authors of the Canons now turn to the weakest point in the so-called ‘universal atonement’ position. In the Arminian scheme of redemption, the death of Christ does not actually save any . . . Continue reading →
The Loneliness of the Old School Pastor
At Building Old-School Churches.