The Role of the Law in Relation to the Promise: A Pauline Perspective

I was in a conversation regarding whether my interpretation of Gal. 3:19-25 is a good interpretation or not. Here are the contents of that conversation: http://spirited-tech.com/Council/index.php/2020/12/10/why-then-the-law/ 19 Why then the law? It was added because of transgressions, until the offspring should come to … Continue reading The Role of the Law in Relation to the Promise: A Pauline Perspective

Divine Essence and Creation: Chris Matthew’s Analysis of Creatorhood and Aseity

Chris Matthew Responds to an Argument Making the Rounds on Twitter. The Wretched argument. “Wretched” is an apt term, if not an understatement, for something as difficult as this. Before I begin my rejoinder, though, I’ll reproduce the argument here: … Continue reading Divine Essence and Creation: Chris Matthew’s Analysis of Creatorhood and Aseity

Ransom for Many: Examining Warren’s Inadequate Critique of Penal Substitutionary Atonement

There have been a lot of complaints about my response and critique of Warren McGrew. I called him a Pelagian, and he maintains that Pelagius didn’t affirm what is accused of him. This led to a discussion of the atonement. … Continue reading Ransom for Many: Examining Warren’s Inadequate Critique of Penal Substitutionary Atonement

Flowers and the Debate on Divine Hardening: A Calvinist Critique

By Jimmy Stephens John 12:37-41 37 But though He had performed so many signs in their sight, they still were not believing in Him. 38 This happened so that the word of Isaiah the prophet which he spoke would be fulfilled: “Lord, who has believed our report? And … Continue reading Flowers and the Debate on Divine Hardening: A Calvinist Critique

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

🔊 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

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

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

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

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