Tag Archives: Theology

Missing the Point 03…

Posted on January 28, 2010 by

The author of the second chapter (Missing the Point: Theology) starts by stating that “everyone is a theologian.”  This is not necessarily a false statement as everyone from the atheist to the highly religious person has a set of beliefs … Continue reading →

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Missing the Point 02…

Posted on January 26, 2010 by

Chapter 1 titled “Missing the Point: Salvation”.    The author of this chapter lays out that the church has potentially missed the point by becoming overly decision oriented (my terminology).  He points out that terms like “accept Christ as your personal … Continue reading →

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Missing the point 01…

Posted on January 25, 2010 by

I’m reading through the book “Adventures in  Missing the Point”, which is NOT about proper evasive techniques for sword fighting.  Actually, that would probably be a more useful book.  This book, written by Tony Campolo and Brian McLaren,  has an … Continue reading →

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Theological Liberals, Heresy, and McManus. Links of the week.

Posted on January 14, 2010 by

Been a while since I’ve posted a “Clicki, vidi, linki” entry.  Here are some fun ones to stimulate the theological brain. First this quote by Dr. Al Mohler: Theological liberals do not intend to destroy Christianity, but to save it. … Continue reading →

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More fun looks at misleading quotes…

Posted on January 11, 2010 by

Today’s quote comes from a man who shares a last name with a notorious “kool-aid” drinker from the last century.  While this man doesn’t offer physical death-by-koolaid I am concerned that a far worse spiritual death might occur by drinking … Continue reading →

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Book Review: “Made in Our Image”

Posted on January 7, 2010 by

Yesterday I finished my literary journey through Steven J. Lawson’s book “Made in Our Image”.  Lawson sets out to confront the popular “user-friendly” image of God that is seen in secular and even religious circles.  The term “user-friendly” is used … Continue reading →

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Doubt…

Posted on September 25, 2009 by

Last year I attended a conference with a friend of mine and amid the many discussions we had during the course of the week we discussed the “benefits” of doubt.  Well, he pretty much discussed the benefits while I tried … Continue reading →

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Doctrinal Statement – Theology Proper

Posted on August 6, 2009 by

I. The Existence of God – I believe that God exists. Belief in the existence of God requires faith and that faith is supported by man’s inner sense of God (Romans 1:18) and the methods by which God has revealed … Continue reading →

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Just can’t say it any better…

Posted on July 24, 2009 by

Studying for an ordination is a truly great experience.  To be able to spend hour upon hour immersed in the character and essence of God leaves one in awe and wonder. Next Thursday my ordination council takes place, and shortly … Continue reading →

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Theology Proper and Paterology

Posted on March 18, 2009 by

Continuing the Doctrinal Statement: Theology Proper I. The Existence of God – I believe that God exists. Belief in the existence of God requires faith and that faith is supported by man’s inner sense of God (Romans 1:18), and the … Continue reading →

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