John Piper gave a superb sermon on divorce and remarriage, which is to be continued this coming weekend. … [Read more...] about John Piper on Divorce and Remarriage
Archives for June 2007
Southern Baptists and Elders
Denny Burk offers some helpful observations about Southern Baptists, The Baptist Faith and Message, and Elders. … [Read more...] about Southern Baptists and Elders
CBMW Appoints David Kotter as Executive Director
CBMW announces: "The board of The Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood (CBMW) recently appointed church leader and former businessman David Kotter as the organization’s new executive director." I am personally encouraged by this move, as I recently heard some great things about Mr. Kotter. And may I add -- A bachelor's degree in engineering is a great background for tackling theological conundrums! (HT: JT) … [Read more...] about CBMW Appoints David Kotter as Executive Director
Law and Gospel – Part V
Returning to the Law-Gospel series: 4. What does it mean that Christ is the τέλος of the law (Rom. 10:4)? One must first consider what Paul meant by “law” in this verse. Historically, four different concepts have been set forth: (1) law in some general sense; (2) Old Testament revelation; (3) legalism; and (4) Mosaic law. Though a detailed treatment cannot be made here, the fourth option is preferable given the context and how Paul refers to the law earlier in Romans (namely, as a body of commandments given uniquely to Israel which functioned to give them a particular, national … [Read more...] about Law and Gospel – Part V
Stephen Westerholm
Stephen Westerholm's Perspectives Old and New on Paul: The "Lutheran" Paul and His Critics is one of the most outstanding books I have ever read or seen on the issues of Paul, the law, and justification. Westerholm masterfully summaries the views of Augustine, Luther, Calvin, and Wesley on matters such as sin, law, and redemption. Then he chronicles twentieth century responses to Paul, both those who are critical to the "Lutheran" slant on Paul (sharp dichotomy between law and gospel) -- everyone from Albert Schweitzer, Krister Stendahl, E.P. Sanders, N.T. Wright, James D.G. Dunn -- and … [Read more...] about Stephen Westerholm
Free & Easy Access to Articles by Dr. Tom Schreiner
Dr. Schreiner's biographical home page allows free, electronic access to some 50+ articles, presentations, and book reviews. Sure beats having to track these down at the library! … [Read more...] about Free & Easy Access to Articles by Dr. Tom Schreiner