Category Archives: sovereignty

Classism; Catechism 91; God Changes His Mind?

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New Theses, New Reformation

Thesis 90 We must pray for one another. It may well be the most common lie told by Christians, “I’ll pray for you.” The reason is pretty simple. First, we know we’re supposed to pray for each other. Second, we’re … Continue reading

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Catechism 87; Appeal; Atin-Lay, Ex Nihil Nihil Fit

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At Such a Cost

Men were made for work, for protection, and for rescue. When we look at the imago Dei, the glorious truth that we are made in the image of God, I fear we miss much when we describe it in terms … Continue reading

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And It Came To Pass

I was not, as a kid, a particularly gifted athlete. I enjoyed sports, however, and so my hours were determined by the seasons: football, basketball, baseball. I realized early on that my gifts were limited, while my desire to compete … Continue reading

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Why doesn’t God save everybody?

The idea that God chooses not to save everybody is horrifying to some. The idea that He wants to save everybody and would save everybody but His desire for such is trumped by a deeper desire to leave room for … Continue reading

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Three Bad Pro-Life Arguments

  There is a thin line between friendly fire and sound coaching. I’m grateful for everyone who recognizes the humanity of the unborn and longs to see them protected from all who would do them harm. That said, from time … Continue reading

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U is for Unconditional Election

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The Fifth Empire

As we, citizens of the American Empire, prepare to celebrate once again, if our overlords permit, our great heritage it would be wise if we, citizens of the kingdom of God consider a right view of history itself. I think … Continue reading

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Does God elect based on His knowing who would choose Him?

This seems to be the “go to” view of those trying to straddle the line between an Arminian perspective and a Reformed one. It is, however, firmly on the Arminian side of the divide. To its credit it at least … Continue reading

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