God's people throughout the centuries have struggled to understand the relationship between God's sovereignty and our human responsibility. Recently, some theologians have developed a theological framework most commonly referred to as "Open Theism," in order explain the apparent paradox that exists between the twin realities of God's divine rule and our human freedom. This framework … Continue reading Book Review: 'God's Greater Glory' by Bruce A. Ware
‘The Institutes of the Christian Religion’ by John Calvin; edited by Tony Lane
When John Calvin wrote the first edition of his Institutes of the Christian Religion, it was in tended to be a "simple handbook of Christian doctrine" (14). Just prior the time it was to be published, however, Francis I, the king of France, unleashed a "fierce campaign of repression" (14) against French Protestantism. In light … Continue reading ‘The Institutes of the Christian Religion’ by John Calvin; edited by Tony Lane
The Danger of Christian Zeal
It's hard to believe that excitement and zeal for Jesus can actually be harmful at times, especially when the Scriptures plainly exhort us to "never be lacking in zeal" (Romans 12:11, NIV). It's true, a lack of passion for Jesus is not a quality to be admired; but one who has an intemperate and uncontrolled zeal for … Continue reading The Danger of Christian Zeal
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