Monthly Archives: June 2009

Very Good Article on John 6, 10

Here is a great article on the order of faith and election in the Gospel of John. Thanks to Brian Abasciano for making me aware of this work. Robert Hamilton, “The Order of Faith and Election in John’s Gospel: You … Continue reading

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The Greek Word Diakonos in Romans 16:1

The Greek word diakonos is often translated as deacon. It is a New Testament term that refers to leaders or ministers in the local church body. This post is about how the term is translated in Romans 16:1, when it … Continue reading

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Interesting Links – 06/23/09

What “makes” us chose one way or the other? J.C. Thibodaux at the Arminian Perspectives blog is doing a multiple part series on the fallacies of Calvinist apologetics. part1, part2, part3, Dan at Arminian Chronicles is working on a comprehensive … Continue reading

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Calvin and Hobbes on Fatalism

HT: Dale Wayman

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Interesting Links – 6/10/2009

Was Toplady’s hymn “Rock of Ages” a satirical swipe against the Wesley brothers? “Whereas most hymns have been written out of some deep personal need or experience, this hymn evidently was born in a spirit of passionate controversy.” Former Calvinist … Continue reading

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A.W. Tozer on the Sovereignty of God.

Here is a great quote by A.W. Tozer on the sovereignty of God: God sovereignly decreed that man should be free to exercise moral choice, and man from the beginning has fulfilled that decree by making his choice between good … Continue reading

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Audio link: William Lane Craig Discussing Calvinist and Arminian Theology

Theologian William Lane Craig is currently doing a series on the differences between Calvinist and Arminian Theology. The series can be found on his website here: Defender’s Podcast. Craig is a gentleman. He presents both Calvinism and Arminianism in a … Continue reading

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