📖 Series: Responding to Ferris on John 6 📜 Part 2 – Romans and the Doctrine of Justification 5.2 The Connection to the Last Supper Another common objection is that the language in John 6 anticipates the institution of the … Continue reading The Logic of Life: Faith, Not Flesh, in John 6
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 recent discussion between Redeemed Zoomer and Ramos offered an insightful look into the ongoing Protestant–Catholic dialogue. Both came in with conviction and clarity on their respective positions. While Redeemed Zoomer clearly came out ahead in terms of argumentation—especially when … Continue reading Are Catholics Our Brothers?
I will be examining an attempt to refute sola Scriptura. The author, who is aiming to join the Oriental Orthodox Church, presents the following argument: In logic, self-referential propositions require that the criteria established by the proposition must apply to … Continue reading Is Sola Scriptura Self Refuting?
In the prior chapters of James, the author sets the stage for his argument in chapter 2 about faith and works. James begins by emphasizing the importance of enduring trials and developing steadfastness (James 1:2-4). This perseverance in the Christian … Continue reading Faith and Works: A Harmonized Justification in James and Paul
When we examine Gabriel’s greeting to Mary in Luke 1:28, particularly the phrase often translated as “full of grace,” it’s crucial to dig into the original language and challenge the traditional interpretations that have been passed down. Robert Gagnon provides … Continue reading Gagnon on ‘Full of Grace’: A Closer Look at Luke 1:28
In discussing the evolution of the doctrine of papal infallibility, it’s essential to recognize the various theories that have emerged over time. This article explores the shift from a broader understanding of papal authority as defined in Vatican I to … Continue reading The Evolution of Papal Infallibility: A Critical Examination of Modern Theories and Historical Challenges
In response to my article, “Why Acts 15 Doesn’t Lead to the Catholic Church,” Reformed to Rome, a recent convert to Roman Catholicism, raised several critiques through his Twitter handle. His detailed response can be found here: ReformedToRome’s Response. His … Continue reading Acts 15: A Scriptural Refutation of Catholic Claims
By Jimmy Stephens: Firstly, an appeal to mystery, by itself, does not support PSA and neither does it rule out PSA. One could appeal to mystery in favor of PSA or in favor of an alternative. Mystery is invoked wherever … Continue reading The True Cost of Sin: Why Alternatives to PSA Fall Short
Recently I had a conversation with a Roman Catholic about whether a Catholic can reject the inerrancy of the Bible. He argues that a Catholic must affirm the inerrancy of scripture in totality, and I argue the Second Vatican Council … Continue reading Breaking the Myth: Why Catholics Don’t Have to Affirm Scriptural Inerrancy
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