Monthly Archives: October 2011
Interview With Thomas Oden
In honor of Thomas Oden’s 80th birthday, Christianity Today reposted an interview they did with him in 1990. It can be found here: Back to the Fathers. Oden discusses modernism, post modernism, and his move from modernism to classical Christianity. … Continue reading
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The Ghost at Epworth
One of the best documented ghost stories took place in 1716 at the childhood home of John and Charles Wesley. The story was mentioned in the diaries and correspondence of several family members, including Samuel and Susannah Wesley (the parents). … Continue reading
Filed under General Interest, John Wesley
Ministry Direct – Interview with Roger Olson
George Wood from Ministry Direct recently did a Q&A session with Roger Olson, about his new book: Against Calvinism. The interview can be found here.
Filed under Arminianism, Calvinism, roger olson
My Cat Illustrates the Difference Between Arminianism and Calvinism
A picture is worth a thousand words, or so they say. Instead of writing a 2,000 word post on the difference between Arminianism and Calvinism, I have posted two pictures of my cat. The difference between Arminianism and Calvinism is … Continue reading
Filed under Arminianism, Calvinism, humor
Popular Phrases and the Christians Who Should Have Coined Them
Below are some popular phrases, and next to the phrase is the name of the Christian who should have coined it. This is meant to be lighthearted. Additional suggestions welcome. —————————————————————————————- Nothing is certain but death and taxes. -Greg Boyd … Continue reading
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Prison Ministry Observations
The past few months I’ve had the opportunity to participate in a local prison ministry. Here’s some stuff that happens at the prison service that is cool: There’s lots of preaching about grace. Prisoners know that they need God’s grace. … Continue reading
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The Idiot’s Guide to Augustine
Next to the New Testament authors, perhaps no person has had a bigger impact on the church than Augustine of Hippo. Augustine lived in North Africa [AD 354-430]. His mother Monica was a devout Christian. His father was a pagan … Continue reading
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