Hypothetical universalism (HU) is one of those positions that sounds like it’s giving everybody what they want. So you get this neat little package: And at first glance, people think: great—problem solved. We can preach “Christ died for you” to … Continue reading What Is an Atonement?
In his exegesis of 2 Corinthians 5:21, Erick Ybarra argues against the traditional Protestant understanding of forensic imputation, proposing instead that Paul teaches ontological transformation through union with Christ. According to Ybarra, Christ was “made sin” by assuming the Adamic … Continue reading Forensic Imputation in 2 Corinthians 5:21: A Response to Ybarra’s Ontological Interpretation
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)
“Why then the law? It was added because of transgressions, until the offspring should come to whom the promise had been made, and it was put in place through angels by an intermediary. Now an intermediary implies more than one, … Continue reading Why Then the Law? A Redemptive-Historical Reading of Galatians 3:19–25
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?
Psalm 106:30-31 states:“Then Phinehas stood up and intervened, and the plague was stayed. And that was counted to him as righteousness from generation to generation forever.” Some critics of Sola Fide (the doctrine that faith alone justifies) have cited Psalm … Continue reading Phinehas and Justification: A Misunderstanding of Righteousness in Psalm 106
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
By Jimmy Stephens and TheSire 1. Sincerity of the Offer (Deceptive Offer Argument) Objection: If God sovereignly intends that some people never come to Christ, how can His gospel offer to them be sincere? Isn’t it deceptive to command someone … Continue reading The Sincerity of the Gospel Call: Resolving the Apparent Dilemma in Limited Atonement
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
Detailed Walkthrough of Isaiah 52-53 with PSA Commentary Isaiah 52:13-15 Verse 13: Hebrew: הִנֵּה יַשְׂכִּיל עַבְדִּי יָרוּם וְנִשָּׂא וְגָבַהּ מְאֹדTranslation: “See, my servant will act wisely; he will be raised and lifted up and highly exalted.” Commentary: This verse sets … Continue reading The Suffering Servant: An Exegesis of Isaiah 52-53 and Its Fulfillment in Penal Substitutionary Atonement
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