Dispensationalism • Calvinism • Presuppositionalism
Hot off the press, The Journal of Chafer Theological Seminary! I had the privilege of being published in this journal writing a review of Discovering Dispensationalism.
Continue reading “Pneumatikos – The Journal of Chafer Theological Seminary”It has been my desire for sometime to attempt to harmonize a dispensational position with the law and ethics in scripture. The task is incredibly difficult and complicated at every turn, though I have attempted to present a concise treatment of the subject, there is more work that needs to be done.
My approach to the discussion is to break the eternal law into 3 manifestations (Natural law, Mosaic law, the law of Christ), since it appears to me that all three are connected and interrelated to God. I have attempted to make the case for their ruling factors and how they relate to each sphere. My hope is that this will encourage those who are interested in this subject to formulate their own understanding of law and ethics as they see in scripture. May it be a blessing!
Continue reading “A Dispensational Understanding of the Law and its Guide for Ethics”Keep your eyes peeled for the second volume of Paul Henebury’s two volume series, The Words of the Covenant: A Biblical Theology (Volume 2 – New Testament Continuation). It will be an excellent addition to any works you have on the biblical covenants.
https://drreluctant.wordpress.com/2023/11/07/its-getting-closer/
In this blog post I hope to highlight some recommended dispensational resources. I have found over the years that it was difficult to bring together a list of this magnitude due in part to the scattering of various resources. It isn’t always easy to know where to look or what resources are of any value, there is so much literature to wade through that it can be tedious. Please share this around and I hope it will be used as a guide to know what books and resources I recommend for those who want to seriously study dispensational theology in more depth.
Continue reading “Recommended Dispensational Resources”“Whatever things good and true Wilson has written or said over the years are unfortunately overshadowed by his erroneous teachings, pastoral missteps, and uncouth language. One might say, “Read him, but with a healthy measure of discernment.” However, when a pastor cannot be relied upon to teach something as basic as justification correctly, it is more apropos to steer people away entirely. When a pastor displays a pattern of foolishness which constantly creates controversies and divisions, it is best to warn the saints to avoid such a man (Rom.16:17). Because, when everything is accounted for, Doug Wilson has nothing to offer that can’t be found elsewhere from wiser and more trustworthy sources.”
Christians, I love each of you and want you to be warned about Douglas Wilson. I have put together a lengthy document compiling the reasons I see that we need to flee from such a man. Please make sure to share with others to warn them of the background of Douglas Wilson.
On Oct 5th, 2023 Epistemologically Charged Truths for Theologically Inclined Youths was publicly challenged to a discussion surrounding dispensationalism. It was asked for one of the page owners (Josiah) to bring forth his best arguments against dispensationalism in a written format for discussion.
Continue reading “Written Debate Challenge – Epistemologically Charged Truths for Theologically Inclined Youths”This document will serve as a critique of Covenant Theology as espoused by Reformed Theologians.
Continue reading “Critique of Covenant Theology”Several excellent books have just been released in the last couple of months! I wanted to highlight three books that you should check out: Discovering Dispensationalism, The New Creation Model, and To Save Sinners. Pick up your copies!
Continue reading “New Book Releases!”It is my hope to provide commentary on some of the commonly used synergistic proof texts and provide answers as to how a Calvinist would address each of these texts. These texts have often been appealed to by synergists to attack the notion of God’s sovereignty in salvation or to attack the Calvinistic doctrine of Soteriology (TULIP). I pray this document provides an opportunity for engagement and sharpening!
The texts that are evaluated in the document are:
Matthew 23:37
John 1:12
John 3:16
John 12:32
Acts 7:51
Romans 11:32
Colossians 2:12
1 Timothy 2:1-6
1 Timothy 4:10
Titus 2:11
Hebrews 2:9
2 Peter 2:1
2 Peter 3:9
1 John 2:2
Ephesians 2:11-22 is a text that I have wanted to write on for some time. I believe it is necessary to address a common text used by Covenantalists to argue against Dispensationalism. I believe that Covenantalists have glossed over the details of the texts in an attempt to blur together Israel and the Church. This analysis of the text hopes to bring together and weave the concept of the new position given to the Gentiles.
Continue reading “A New Position Corporately – An Exegetical Analysis of Ephesians 2:11-22”