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Scripture Alone: Defending the Biblical, Logical, and Historical Case for Sola Scriptura

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🔊 Listen to this Chris Matthew responded to the critique presented by Jon the Orthodox. So, I’ll post the previous articles in regards to this discussion: http://spirited-tech.com/COG/2020/01/21/is-sola-scriptura-self-refuting/ Here is now his addition to the conversation: Greetings. Are you Roman Catholic, Eastern … Continue reading Scripture Alone: Defending the Biblical, Logical, and Historical Case for Sola Scriptura

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Debate Review Part 2: Addressing Misconceptions about Sola Scriptura and Biblical Interpretation

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This is part two of the review, and it should be straightforward to address. For the first part: https://watchmencouncil.com/2024/01/04/the-battle-of-doctrinal-foundations-examining-sola-scriptura-and-tradition/ Here is the second point of his opening statement: A commonly asked question by my opponent (and Protestants like him) who … Continue reading Debate Review Part 2: Addressing Misconceptions about Sola Scriptura and Biblical Interpretation

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Divine Purpose Unraveled: Unpacking God’s Unfulfilled Desires in a Deterministic World

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Dr. John Peckham said: Some thoughts on indeterminism and Ephesians 1:11 (from pages 168 and 125 of my book Divine Attributes, Baker Academic, 2021). Note the explanation on page 125 that the term often translated “predestined” or “destined” simply means … Continue reading Divine Purpose Unraveled: Unpacking God’s Unfulfilled Desires in a Deterministic World

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Unjust Conclusions: The Failures of Legal Reasoning in Coker and Kennedy

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Section 1: Arbitrary Standards of Morality The majority opinion in Kennedy v. Louisiana relies on “evolving standards of decency,” which appeals to those who adhere to moral relativism or moral non-realism. This framework suggests that moral truths shift along with … Continue reading Unjust Conclusions: The Failures of Legal Reasoning in Coker and Kennedy

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Metaphorical Musings: Analyzing Ferris’ Approach to John 6 in How to Be Christian

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Recently, I was prompted by Ferris from “How to be Christian” to identify a flaw in his arguments supporting the notion that John 6 advocates for transubstantiation. In this discussion, I will explore the various points he raised, address broader … Continue reading Metaphorical Musings: Analyzing Ferris’ Approach to John 6 in How to Be Christian

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In Defense of Circumcision Without Hands: Countering Dr. Leighton Flowers’ Arguments

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Recently, Leighton Flowers has been presenting a defeater for the belief that regeneration precedes faith. It comes from Colossians 2:12-14: Those that worship Leighton as God’s new prophet have voiced their praise for this argument. I think it is a fairly … Continue reading In Defense of Circumcision Without Hands: Countering Dr. Leighton Flowers’ Arguments

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Unpacking Epistemological Assumptions: A Review of Mclatchie’s Framework

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I’d like to offer some thoughts on Jonathan Mclatchie’s review of “Canon Revisited – Establishing the Origins and Authority of the New Testament Books, by Michael J. Kruger.” I’ve touched on his perspective briefly before, and I believe this is … Continue reading Unpacking Epistemological Assumptions: A Review of Mclatchie’s Framework