Craig Adams, of Commonplace Holiness, brings us: “Why I Love the Summa Theologica of Thomas Aquinas” and “Creation’s True Unity is in Christ.” Roy Ingle, of Arminian Today, posts: “In All Thy Doing, Give Them…
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Mike Barlotta – 3 Characteristics of Predestination
In “The Softer Face of Calvinism” (Christianity Today), it is argued that, rather than appealing to theologians to understand Reformed theology, one should use the Reformed confessions and creeds. The confessions, therefore, form an important…
Roger Olson, “Review of Oliver Crisp’s *Deviant Calvinism: Broadening Reformed Theology* Part Five”
This is Part Five of my series of review essays of Oliver Crisp’s new book Deviant Calvinism: Broadening Reformed Theology and deals with Chapter 5 : Universalism and Particularism.” I invite those reading the book…
Eric Landstrom, “Thomas Oden’s Paleo-Orthodoxy”
12/09/02 “It is never too late to rediscover the joy of studying God.”1 Goal Setting “And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth….
Michael Bird on Distinguished Arminian Theologian Thomas C. Oden’s Autobiography *A Change of Heart: A Personal and Theological Memoir*
Please click on the link to view Michael Bird’s review of distinguished Arminian Theologian Thomas C. Oden’s Autobiography A Change of Heart: A Personal and Theological Memoir.
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Dale Wayman, of IRONSTRIKES, highlights: “Being Spiritual But Not Obnoxious,” “The Invisible Man and His Shadow,” and “God Welcome But Not Necessary.” Brendan Burnett, of The Lord’s Disciple, posts: “A.W. Tozer on Divine Sovereignty and…
A Calvinistic Baptist Enlightened by Jacob Arminius
A Latin expression known as ad fontes translates, literally, “to the fountains,” interpreted as “to the sources,” a command to read primary sources. Dr. Mark A. Ellis, a Calvinist pastor of a Calvinistic Baptist church,…
Did God Fix the Outcome of the Seahawks/Packers Game?
The Seattle Seahawks have been in the news recently because of their improbable last minute win over the Green Bay Packers. With four minutes left in the game, the Packers had a 99.9% statistical chance…
Roger Olson, “Review of Oliver Crisp’s *Deviant Calvinism* Part Four”
This is Part Four of my series of review essays of Oliver Crisp’s new book Deviant Calvinism: Broadening Reformed Theology and deals with Chapter 4 : “Augustinian Universalism.” I invite those reading the book with…
Mike Barlotta – Ordaining All that Comes to Pass
The Westminster Confession was drafted in 1646 and is one of the Reformed creeds of faith. In this confession (chapter III section 1) it reads: God from all eternity, did, by the most wise and…
Mike Barlotta – An Ancient Theologian tackles John 6 and Romans 9
John Chrysostom, a 4th century theologian, served as Bishop of Constantinople and was known for his preaching and ascetic lifestyle. What made him a noteworthy teacher was his ability and desire to be understood by…
Michael Patton, “12 Myths About Arminianism”
C. Michael Patton runs a rather unique ministry in Oklahoma. He runs Reclaiming the Mind Ministries which includes such diverse offerings as a theological coffee house (Credo House), in-depth DVD courses taught by renowned scholars…
Robert E. Picirilli, “Toward a Non-Deterministic Theology of Divine Providence”
Please click on the link to view Robert E. Picirilli, “Toward a Non-Deterministic Theology of Divine Providence,” Journal for Baptist Theology and Ministry (Spring 2014) Volume 11.1, 38-61.
Roger Olson, “Review of Oliver Crisp’s *Deviant Calvinism* Part Three”
This is Part Three of my series of review essays of Oliver Crisp’s new book Deviant Calvinism: Broadening Reformed Theology and deals with Chapter 3 : “Libertarian Calvinism.” I invite those reading the book with…
Steve Sewell, “Election and the Character of God”
When studying any doctrine of the Bible, it’s important to have a correct starting point, and that is especially true when studying the doctrine of election. An incorrect starting point will lead us down the…
James White Comments on a Sermon by James McCarthy, Author of *John Calvin Goes to Berkeley*
James White reviewed a sermon by James McCarthy, author of “John Calvin Goes to Berekely,” and this post will review James White’s review. The title of James White’s YouTube clip is “Radio Free Geneva: Ephesians…
God’s Plan of Election (Commentary on Romans 9 – Part Two)
Scripture quotations are from the English Majority Text Version (EMTV) unless noted otherwise. Does God Harden Hearts? (Still addressing verses 17 and 18): 9:17 For the Scripture says to Pharaoh, “For this very purpose…
God’s Plan of Election (Commentary on Romans 9 – Part One)
Scripture quotations are from the English Majority Text Version (EMTV) unless noted otherwise. Introduction Romans 9 is a very controversial chapter, but it shouldn’t be. All through the Word of God we learn about all…
Roger Olson, “Review of Oliver Crisp’s *Deviant Calvinism* Part Two”
This is Part Two of my series of review essays of Oliver Crisp’s new book Deviant Calvinism: Broadening Reformed Theology and deals with Chapter 2: “Eternal Justification.” I invite those reading the book with me…
It’s Seedbed’s Birthday, So their Ebooks Are Free Today!
From Seedbed, a website that seeks to be a gathering ground for the Wesleyan movement of the 21st century: Happy Birthday to us! Not only is January 6th the Day of Epiphany, but it also marks…
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This Week in Arminianism
Mike Barlotta – 3 Characteristics of Predestination
Roger Olson, “Review of Oliver Crisp’s *Deviant Calvinism: Broadening Reformed Theology* Part Five”
Eric Landstrom, “Thomas Oden’s Paleo-Orthodoxy”
