LeBlanc contends that determinism reduces human beings to stage props: determinism “creates direct threads between all the objects and God… in eternity past God through his divine decree dictates each and every action. Pointing out the strings is what defines … Continue reading Puppets and Providence
Tim Stratton has repeatedly argued that Calvinism—if consistent—renders God a “deity of deception.” The idea is simple but alarming: if God determines all beliefs, and some of those beliefs are false (including beliefs about God Himself), then God must be directly causing theological falsehood—and thus functions as a deceiver:
“If exhaustive divine determinism is true, then God causally determines all false theological beliefs—even those about Himself. That would make Him the ultimate source of deception.”
Continue reading “Is God a Deceiver? Response to Tim Stratton’s Argument”
By Jimmy Stephens Introduction Christianity teaches God is the creator of all things. This Creatorhood encompasses not only physical objects like planets or the human body, but every fact whatsoever. God creates not only galaxies and physical laws, but truth … Continue reading From Creation to Determinism: The Word Who Made Human Choice
1. Introduction Paul’s heart aches for his kinsmen. At the start of Romans 9, he pours out sorrow that so many in Israel—God’s own covenant people—have rejected their Messiah (Rom. 9:1–3). How could it be that those who were given unparalleled privileges … Continue reading Not All from Israel: Paul’s Purposeful Silence on Proselytes in Romans 9
In this article, I offer a series of brief but critical reflections on Dr. Joel Korytko’s recent interpretation of Romans 9, particularly his rejection of the Calvinist view of divine election. Dr. Korytko argues that Paul’s use of “seed” (σπέρμα) … Continue reading The True Seed
Does Romans 9 teach unconditional election—or is Paul merely rehearsing Israel’s history? A recent debate tested the exegetical ground. Introduction In the much-anticipated debate between Dr. James White and AK Richardson on the interpretation of Romans 9, the foundational question … Continue reading Mercy, Will, and Resistance: A Review of the White–Richardson Debate on Romans 9
Part 1: The Context and Logic of Romans 8:28–30 — Who Is Paul Talking About? Ferris’s Core Claim Ferris repeatedly insists that Romans 8:28–30 is not making a definitive theological claim about the nature of salvation. Instead, he claims Paul … Continue reading How Not to Read Romans: A Response to Ferris (How to Be Christian)
“The rest” (Rom. 11:7) can be saved, so they’re not reprobate Juncker’s Argument:Calvinism teaches that “the rest” in Romans 11:7 refers to the reprobate—those eternally and irreversibly destined for hell. But Paul indicates in verses 11–14 and 23 that some … Continue reading Branches, Remnants, and Mercy: Election in Romans 11 in Light of Romans 9
In his response to Thomas Schreiner’s review of Paul’s Use of the Old Testament in Romans 9:10–18, Brian Abasciano critiques the Reformed interpretation of Romans 9, especially the notion that Paul teaches unconditional individual election. Abasciano argues instead for a … Continue reading Naming, Calling, and the Sovereignty of God: A Reformed Response to Brian Abasciano’s Critique of Schreiner on Romans 9
In my recent article, Not His Plan? A Reformed Response to a Common Prooftext Error, I critiqued a popular misuse of Hosea 8:4—especially among Open Theist Provisionists who argue that certain events occur outside of God’s knowledge or decree. But … Continue reading God’s Plan Includes Even This: A Response to a Provisionist Reading of Hosea
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