A Select Issue in Soteriology: The Ordo Salutis
Introduction Despite centuries of contention, various Christian denominations continue to debate the logical or pedagogical sequence of soteriological elements, noting significant theological ramifications resulting from the affirmation of each. Far-removed from an inconsequential academic debate, the Ordo Salutis (order of … Continued
The Importance of Community: An Exegetical Examination of Ephesians 4:7-16
Introduction Rampantly pervading the Christian church, biblical illiteracy and poor hermeneutical methodologies actively undermine the sound teachings of Scripture. Accordingly, the Christian must become proficient in exegetical techniques, diligently studying the Scriptures and seeking to apply the doctrines faithfully. Serving … Continued
Worldview in Question: Testing Secular Humanism
Introduction Rampantly proliferating throughout academia, metaphysical naturalism presents a significant challenge to Christianity, as the mainstream culture blindly embraces naturalistic assumptions under the authority of science. Consequently, American society increasingly identifies traditional religions as outdated and culturally irrelevant, sparking an … Continued
A Select Issue in Anthropology and Hamartiology: Traducianism
Introduction Despite centuries of deliberation, the origination of the human soul remains a point of contention among theologians, as the Scriptures seem to support either the creationism or the traducianism hypothesis. Espousing either ontological commitment produces many theological ramifications when … Continued
Worldview in Question: Testing Hinduism
Worldview Analysis and Testing Criteria A worldview attempts to answer fundamental questions about human existence and experience, offering a picture or story of reality. Since every worldview makes objective claims about reality, it is possible to test these propositions, determining … Continued
Understanding Islam: Da’wah
Introduction to Da’wah The Qurʾān and ʾaḥādīth instruct Muslims to conduct aggressive evangelism campaigns, called da’wah, with the intent of convincing non-Muslims to accept Islam as the only true religion. Scholars acknowledge da’wah as a mandate which applies to every … Continued
Worldview in Question: Outlining the Islāmic Worldview
Worldview Composition A comprehensive and well-thought-out worldview must address twelve topics about reality, including: 1) Theology / Concept of God / Ultimate Reality: What kind of God, if any, actually exists? 2) Metaphysics / External Reality: Is there … Continued
Understanding Islam: The Context
The Foundations of Islām According to Islāmic tradition, the Qurʾān contains the very words of Allāh, episodically revealed through Muhammad over the concluding 23-years of his life. Consequently, to understand Islam, one must consider the Qurʾān within the context of Muhammad’s … Continued
Evangelizing to Muslims
There exists a broad consensus within modern cultures that it is wrong, and perhaps dangerous, to confront people of other faith groups—particularly Muslims. However, the biblical example of evangelism takes place through dialogue. Christians are engaged in a battle over … Continued
A Practical Guide to Choosing a Church
Introduction Before relocating, I have been looking for a church to join in my new area. During this process, one thing has become apparent—the average Christian has no idea what to look for in a church. When asking others why … Continued