The Sound of Theos

2008-03-19T11:03:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone. I have made the final decision to move my blog. My new blog address is www.davidmcdowell.wordpress.com .Thanks and see you there!David M.

2008-03-05T12:23:00.001-08:00

Some words about alcohol from my friend, Bob Vincent, an EPC pastor in Louisiana."It may surprise you, but according to some historians, the first person to distill whiskey from corn mash and age it in charred oak casks (what we call Bourbon) was eighteenth century Baptist pastor, Elijah Craig, of Kentucky . The Reverend Craig was an ardent, Bible-believing Baptist and committed to education; he

2008-02-01T11:37:00.001-08:00

Message from Ron Paul-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- America became the greatest, most prosperous nation in history through low taxes, constitutionally limited government, personal freedom, and a belief in sound money. We need to return to those principles so our economy can thrive once again. Other candidates talk a lot about stimulus packages,

2008-02-01T11:09:00.000-08:00

I'm thinking a lot today, my last day at my job before I begin a new one on Monday, about the legacy that you leave behind in a lot of places. I really hope and pray that the legacy that I leave at this job is one of integrity and honesty and I truly hope the impact that I made will be lasting, but sadly, I do not think that is the case. Maybe I will talk some about that tonight when I podcast,

2008-01-31T10:36:00.001-08:00

Well, once again, I am a bad, bad, man. I did not blog yesterday...but it was another crazy day. I'm not really sure what to write today except that I am dying to do a podcast because there is so much that I want to talk about. Crank up your podcatcher cause I got a lot to say soon!The Sound of Theos

2008-01-29T13:30:00.001-08:00

Baptist gathering in Atlanta is one sign of theological shiftBy RAY WADDLE • January 26, 2008Post a CommentRecommend Print this page E-mail this article Share this article: Del.icio.us Facebook Digg Reddit Newsvine What’s this? Despite all the talk of public religion now, there's little public discussion of theology. People have passionate opinions about Fox News or Hillary Clinton, not St.

2008-01-29T08:22:00.000-08:00

Well, yesterday was an incredibly long and hard day. I did not blog...obviously. Time just did not allow it.The subject for today is quite simple. As a matter of fact, I am going to let the words and the images speak for themselves. Go to www.abort73.com and remember these images and facts when you go to the polls to vote this year. The platform for the Democratic Party is pro-choice, i.e.

2008-01-25T08:39:00.001-08:00

Before I start, just to let you know, I might put up a podcast today or tomorrow or both so be looking for that.Sorry for not blogging yesterday. It was my wife's b-day and a crazy day at work and with all the excitement, it just did not happen. I do hope you enjoyed the funny video though...btw, no reflection on my day; I do not think I would ever destroy a computer just for the heck of it. I

2008-01-24T15:41:00.001-08:00

glumbert - Bad Day at the Office

2008-01-23T12:35:00.001-08:00

Ron's Revolution January 23, 2008 - 12:54 ETGLENN: I thought I would get Ron Paul on the phone and find out where he stands on the economy, what the problems are with the economy, what he thinks is coming in our future and how he would correct it if he was President of the United States, and he's on with us now, hello, Ron Paul. PAUL: Hello, nice to be with you. GLENN: Nice to be with

2008-01-23T10:36:00.000-08:00

You know how I said I would try to blog everyday? Well, I'm trying, but today, it is not easy. So to continue my thought...My question was: "If theology applies to every aspect of life, including how and who we elect for the Presidency, then what effect has postmodernism had on this process?"Remember, WikiWikiWikipedia (that's a joke, not a typo) defines postmodernism as "postmodernism tends to

2008-01-22T10:13:00.000-08:00

Those of you that listen to my podcast know that I have been talking a lot about politics, in particular, Ron Paul. My premise is that "theology is everything." It affects everything we do. I made this proposal in a paper that I wrote as a theological reflection of Helmut Thielicke's A Little Exercise For Young Theologians.. I think that it affects how we even choose a President. I listed to

2008-01-21T10:52:00.000-08:00

It has come to my ever-widening attention that I blog very few original posts, so with a cynical eye to my own consistency, I am going to endeavor to blog something every day, even if it is something very little. Today, I continually butt my head against my own ignorance. Although I have a college degree and even pride myself on my ability to be able to have very good grammar, I always seem to

2008-01-16T07:19:00.001-08:00

Wee Frees told to 'cheer up' by own magazineBy Auslan Cramb, Scottish CorrespondentLast Updated: 3:46am GMT 14/01/2008Members of a famously dour Presbyterian church have been urged by their official magazine to "lighten up".For decades the ultra-Conservative Free Church of Scotland has been caricatured as gloomy and depressive, only truly content when it is opposing Sunday ferry services or

2007-12-25T09:52:00.000-08:00

Merry ChristmasMerry CHRISTmas! I hope you are reading this email on some brand new fancy electronic gadget gift you received. I also hope your Christmas day has brought you nothing but joyful memories filled with smiles, laughs, gifts, and of course lots and lots of cookies.Last but certainly not least, I hope that the true meaning of Christmas hasn't escaped you this year. Believe me I know

2007-12-21T06:47:00.001-08:00

Does Our Looks-Obsessed Culture Want to Stare at an Aging Woman? December 17, 2007 Listen To It! WMP | RealPlayer Audio clips available for Rush 24/7 members only -- Join Now!BEGIN TRANSCRIPT RUSH: Now, this theory of mine based on this Drudge picture of Mrs. Clinton, with the headline: "The Toll of a Campaign." Now, it could well be that that's a sympathy photo, too, to make people feel

2007-12-20T10:55:00.001-08:00

Trinity of HolidaysSince Glenn is off celebrating the holidays with his family, we thought it would be a good time share his essay from the December issue of Fusion Magazine on the "Trinity of Holidays" that happens this special time of year. Remember, today is the last day to subscribe to receive the Jan/Feb issue of Fusion. Order Now. Trinity of Holidays Let's talk turkey (and eggnog and

2007-12-18T09:38:00.000-08:00

Incredible quote from Oswald Chambers:"The entrance into the Kingdom is through the panging pains of repentance crashing into a man’s respectable goodness; then the Holy Ghost, Who produces these agonies, begins the formation of the Son of God in the life. The new life will manifest itself in conscious repentance and unconscious holiness, never the other way about. The bedrock of Christianity is

2007-12-17T10:47:00.000-08:00

2007-12-14T13:39:00.001-08:00

Glenn meets Huck face to faceDECEMBER 14, 2007GLENN BECK PROGRAMBEGIN TRANSCRIPTGLENN: So when I found out that Mike Huckabee was coming to the airport, I don't believe in coincidence. I arrived at the airport, Mike Huckabee is there, I went to talk to him and the first thing I said is, Governor, I struck out at you the other day in anger and I apologize for doing that. Should have been much more

2007-12-12T11:54:00.001-08:00

Apparently, Mike Huckabee has an article coming out in The New York Times that talks about the Mormon religion and the differences that it has with orthodox religion. I very much respect Glen Beck on matters of politics, but on matters of theology, I disagree with him. I do not think that Mormons are Christians. They are way off on issues of orthodoxy...way off.But with all due respect to

2007-12-11T09:58:00.000-08:00

Ok, this might come as a shock to some of you so hang on. I have indefinitely suspended production of The Sound of Theos podcast and the 6 Months In The Psalms podcast. I am not promising to return or even what might happen, suffice to say that there are important reasons for doing this that I cannot go into at the moment. If you want to know more, feel free to email me. I may or may not tell

2007-12-06T13:07:00.000-08:00

Here is a great sermon on The Left Behind Series I found online by Pastor Charles Roberts, pastor of Ballston Centr Associate Reformed Church. I can't say he is very fond of it. I thought this was very good and I might just check out more that he has to say.

2007-12-06T10:01:00.000-08:00

Here is an awesome, and I do mean awesome, work by Sam Storms, who although is not my favorite current living theologian, is probably the one that I agree with the most. (For the record, if I had to pick, I think my favorite living theologian is John Piper.) I agree with Storms on almost everything in this article, so maybe that would explain why I really like it. Here you go:What's Your

2007-11-16T03:57:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone. I'm doing a new mini-podcast called 6 Months In The Psalms, so check it out. So far, all the podcasts have been around 2 minutes, so not much commitment there. Also, don't forget that I am still also doing The Sound of Theos podcast as well.

2007-10-11T13:47:00.000-07:00

WELCOME TO THE FREAK SHOW! THIS GUY IS TOTALLY AN IDIOT! HE ACTUALLY SAID THAT IRAN DOES NOT POSE A THREAT TO US. WHAT?!

2007-10-11T13:31:00.001-07:00

Glen Beck On SpankingSpanking OCTOBER 11, 2007GLENN BECK PROGRAMBEGIN TRANSCRIPTGLENN: From Radio City in Midtown Manhattan, hello, you sick twisted freak. Welcome to the program. So glad that you're here. My name is Glenn Beck. I had one of the rougher nights of my life last night. I have never spanked any of my children. I have -- I don't know. I grew up getting spankings as a kid. I'm not

2007-09-29T14:01:00.000-07:00

http://www.apuritansmind.com/Baptism/MyRetraction.htm

2007-09-24T05:47:00.001-07:00

Landmark study: Change for homosexuals is possible Posted on Sep 14, 2007 | by Michael FoustNASHVILLE, Tenn. (BP)--In what some are calling groundbreaking research, a new four-year study concludes it is possible for homosexuals to change their physical attractions and become heterosexual through the help of Christian ministries.The data was released Sept. 13 at a news conference in Nashville,

2007-09-21T12:32:00.000-07:00

2007-09-20T05:24:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, my wife's great-grandmother passed away. The obituary is below:Helen M. Snyder Born in Schoharie County, New York on May 26, 1915Departed on Sep. 18, 2007 and resided in Canton, OH. Visitation: No Visitation Graveside Services: Private Cemetery: Private Helen M. Snyder age 92 of Canton, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord, passing away Tuesday September 18, 2007 in the

2007-09-13T05:26:00.000-07:00

I'm not sure if this is legit or not, but a friend forwarded it to me. I have been thinking a lot about the poor and our call to help them and I have had to repent of some of the attitudes that I have had in the past regarding them. Just last night, my wife and I had to make a run to the pharmacy to pick up some supplies for her and there was a homeless man that was sitting on the curb asking

2007-09-11T06:01:00.000-07:00

This was originally posted on my blog on September 11, 2003, four years ago today. I thought it was worth a re-post:"As I came into work this morning, I noticed that they were playing the move "Patton" downstairs in a training area in memory of what happened two years ago. If you've never heard the opening monologue that is done by the late George C. Scott in this movie, it is fantastic. It is

2007-08-30T09:48:00.001-07:00

Some interesting words on tatoos on body piercing:Tattoos and Body Piercing: What's a Christian to do?Sam StormsAug 30, 2007 On a recent broadcast at DesiringGod.org, John Piper briefly addressed the issue of tattoos and body piercing among Christians. I especially appreciated the spirit in which John took up this subject. He did not come down in a heavy-handed or judgmental fashion, insisting in

2007-08-14T10:52:00.001-07:00

Lately, there has almost been one singular theological thought in my mind that I am having an extremely hard time escaping. In my search for another church home (something I seem to perpetually do) I cannot escape this nagging and obsessive thought that is slowly turning into belief that American churches are completely doing everything wrong.I have made several references about this to my wife

2007-08-03T08:22:00.001-07:00

Incredible Words From John Piper Regarding the Minneapolis Bridge Collapse

2007-07-12T09:31:00.000-07:00

I am told that when a person has doubts about his/her faith, that that is a good thing. It shows that a person is wrestling with issues and their faith is not an unhealthy faith. In other words, they do not stand on something that is clearly there...they stand on something that they cannot see or understand.On a sidenote, I often wonder about current views on Scripture. I hear pastors,

2007-06-22T10:08:00.000-07:00

So I’m sitting here at my computer in Orrville, Ohio, finishing up the last twenty minutes of my lunch break and wondering, like I have so many times in the past few months, where this strange journey is taking me. At the end of February, I made a painful decision to leave the seminary that I had been attending for what I thought was only going to be a quarter. My wife has had some serious

2007-06-14T10:01:00.000-07:00

Awesome link about the merging of country and rock music:

2007-05-29T10:50:00.001-07:00

Praising God for 35 Years with Ann!Sam StormsMay 26, 2007Today, May 26, 2007, is my thirty-fifth wedding anniversary. I simply had to take this opportunity to break from my regular series of biblical meditations and say something about the most awesome woman in the world, my wife Ann. I first laid eyes on her at the University of Oklahoma at a Campus Crusade for Christ meeting in early October of

2007-05-23T13:22:00.001-07:00

2007-05-23T13:20:00.000-07:00

IMVU

2007-05-17T09:29:00.001-07:00

IMVU - The World's Greatest 3D Chat

2007-05-15T12:30:00.000-07:00

Jerry Falwell dies At 73By Lisa AndersonTribune National CorrespondentPublished May 15, 2007, 1:02 PM CDTNEW YORK -- Influential conservative televangelist and Moral Majority founder Jerry Falwell died at a Lynchburg, Virginia hospital early this afternoon after being found unconscious in his office at nearby Liberty University.He was 73.Falwell had "a history of heart challenges," according to

2007-05-15T08:11:00.000-07:00

Here is a statement regarding Beckwith's resignation from the Evangelical Theological Society written by the editor of the Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, Dr. Andreas J. Kostenberger:"May 8, 2007"On May 5, 2007, Dr. Frank Beckwith resigned as President of the Evangelical Theological Society. This resignation has come as a result of his decision to be received into full communion

2007-05-11T18:10:00.000-07:00

As some of you may have heard, Frank Beckwith, President of the Evangelical Theological Society, has resigned his post. His reason is quite shocking: He is returning to the Catholic Church. However, if I understand correctly, he is to remain a member of the ETS.The biggest question is, as far as the Society is concerned, is the question of whether or not Beckwith remains an evangelical. I'll

2007-05-08T14:46:00.001-07:00

Ohio woman drops Starbucks habit because of coffee cup quote Tuesday, May 8, 2007 7:58 AM SPRINGBORO, Ohio (AP) — A southwest

2007-05-08T14:46:00.000-07:00

Ohio woman drops Starbucks habit because of coffee cup quote Tuesday, May 8, 2007 7:58 AM http://www.columbusdispatch.com/dispatch/content/local_news/stories/2007/05/08/

2007-05-08T05:44:00.000-07:00

Robert E. Webber, Theologian of 'Ancient-Future' Faith, Dies at 73

2007-05-02T06:15:00.000-07:00

I am sitting here in Panera Bread in Massillon, Ohio, after a long few days of moving and am now trying to adjust living in a basement in a house with my wife and my in-laws, including a sweet, but a very 10 year old sister-in-law. For instance, I learned last night that Heather, my sister-in-law, gets overly excited and hyper when American Idol is on. But what can I say? Last night was Bon

2007-04-18T16:47:00.000-07:00

Below is an article printed in "The Baptist Press." Following that is a response by Sam Storms:The Bible & tongues Jimmy DraperPosted on Apr 17, 2007EDITORS' NOTE: Today is the second day in a week-long series of columns on biblical doctrine by former LifeWay Christian Resources President Jimmy Draper. The series coincides with "Baptist Doctrine Study" week within the Southern Baptist

2007-04-06T09:00:00.000-07:00

Baptist Conference on the Holy Spirit preview: Interview with Sam StormsPublished April 5th, 2007 inSBC, General Christian, Church.In just three short weeks, the Baptist Conference on the Holy Spirit will take place in Arlington, Texas. One of the featured speakers is Dr. Sam Storms. As a preview to the conference, I thought I would post an email interview in which I was privileged to participate

2007-04-01T15:09:00.000-07:00

Is Your Baby Gay? What If You Could Know? What If You Could Do Something About It?Posted: Friday, March 02, 2007 at 3:40 am ETWhat if you could know that your unborn baby boy is likely to be sexually attracted to other boys? Beyond that, what if hormonal treatments could change the baby's orientation to heterosexual? Would you do it? Some scientists believe that such developments are just around

2007-03-24T10:18:00.000-07:00

Last night, after getting off work later than I thought, I was still in the mood to cook. For some strange reason, it relaxes me. What is even more astounding is that I was also in the mood for pizza. Given that I deliver pizzas for Pizza Hut, you would think that I would be sick of pizza, but I am not. I eat it even more that I used to. I decided on flat bread pizzas.My journey for food started

2007-03-11T20:33:00.000-07:00

My Thesis ProposalLuther and Inerrancy: Is There A Connection?David G. McDowellDescription of Topic I have chosen for my topic to look at the theology of Martin Luther, specifically his doctrine of biblical authority and how that may compare to the current doctrine of biblical inerrancy as expressed by the signers and adherers of the Chicago Statement of Biblical Inerrancy (CSBI). I

2007-03-05T05:18:00.000-08:00

I am writing this from my New Testament class on the Pauline epistles. I'm very tired...beat down is more of the word for it. Although I have not shared a great deal of this on my blog, the last six months have been extremely difficult. On June 22, my wife had her colon removed...all of it. She has been struggling with Ulcerative Colitis for over four years and finally reached her pinnacle in

2007-02-26T06:05:00.000-08:00

Prepare for another assault on evangelical Christianity from the fruit loops in Hollywood. It amazes me that filmmakers, who have never had any formal theological training, find themselves to make statments in their films that have severe theological consequences. Check out this link:http://time-blog.com/middle_east/2007/02/jesus_tales_from_the_crypt.html

2007-02-09T12:01:00.000-08:00

Ok so I have found a new host for my podcast. Just click on the link below and insert that url in your podcatcher (i.e itunes) and you will be listening to me again!

2007-01-18T05:04:00.000-08:00

Here is a post from a friend of mine on a message board I belong to regarding money:Someone wrote: 'I love my country....but sometimes I wonder if I love it *too much*! Would I be willing to give it up for the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Would I be willing to live under a bad government if that was God's way of shaking up the church and ultimately spreading the Gospel? I fear that many of us don't

2007-01-03T06:55:00.000-08:00

I have been struggling with the death of Saddam. I see way too many Christians rejoicing over the death of someone. From all evidence, Saddam is most likely in hell. That is not not a judgemental statement. The film that I have seen of him at the gallows (sp?) showed a defiant man. Unless he repented on his way being dropped down, he did not die with Christ as his Savior. What bugs me the most is

2006-11-29T10:26:00.001-08:00

How to Calculate Pi by Throwing Frozen Hot DogsThrowing a pie in someone's face is good. Throwing food at pi is better. Believe it or not, of all the countless ways to approximate the most prolific irrational number in the universe, there are none quite as interesting or as surprisingly satisfying as throwing perfectly good food around your kitchen. In fewer steps than it takes to circumscribe

2006-11-07T05:32:00.001-08:00

So it does appear that Haggard has been ousted by his church as leader. I wonder what will happen as far as his spiritual healing goes? It breaks my heart that another high profile evangelical Christian has fallen, even if I did not fully agree with his theology. It is going to be very interesting to see who the NAE picks as their next leader as well as who New Life Church gets as their next

2006-11-07T05:32:00.000-08:00

Disgraced pastor fired by churchRAW STORYPublished: Saturday November 4, 2006Print This Email ThisEmbattled Evangelical Rev. Ted Haggard, who admitted yesterday to purchasing methamphetamines and soliciting a 'massage' from a gay escort, has been removed from his position at the New Life Church, according to a statement released by the church on Saturday.While Haggard announced a leave of

2006-11-03T14:50:00.000-08:00

Haggard admits buying meth, says he got massage from accuserLAST UPDATE: 11/3/2006 3:30:39 PM COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) - A Colorado church leader admits that he bought methamphetamine from a gay prostitute, and that he got a massage from him. The admission from the Reverend Ted Haggard comes after Mike Jones accused him of paying for sexual encounters with him over the course of three years.

2006-11-03T09:58:00.000-08:00

Finally, a post not about Haggard...Christian references infuse music, but...By Ricardo Baca Denver Post Pop Music CriticArticle Last Updated:11/02/2006 06:34:53 PM MSTAs Page France singer Michael Nau sings about burning bushes and Jesus rising through the ground on his band's latest record, "Hello, Dear Wind," it's easy to be presumptuous. They're a Christian band, right? Technically, maybe,

2006-11-03T09:55:00.000-08:00

Haggard's accuser fails lie detectorBy Mike McPheeDenver Post Staff WriterArticle Last Updated:11/03/2006 08:31:24 AM MSTTed Haggard's accuser failed a polygraph test early this morning about the truthfulness of his accusations that he had had a three-year homosexual affair with the influential Colorado Springs minister. The test was given to Michael Jones, 49, an admitted male prostitute, who

2006-11-03T08:44:00.000-08:00

A Mega-Scandal for a Mega-ChurchOne of America's most powerful evangelicals is accused of paying for a male prostitute even as his state approaches a referendum on gay marriageBy RITA HEALY/DENVER SUBSCRIBE TO TIMEPRINTE-MAILMORE BY AUTHORPosted Friday, Nov. 03, 2006"I did not have a homosexual relationship with a man in Denver," Ted Haggard said with a calm specificity during an interview with a

2006-11-03T06:17:00.000-08:00

Yeah Yeah I know. Lots of stories here on Ted Haggard. I'm following this story pretty close because I know how high the stakes are. I am posting stories that reveal any new info as I find them. I'll try not to post stories that simply repeat what has already been said.The reason the stakes are so high here is that Haggard is the new poster boy for Evangelicals. I'm not a real big fan; I'm

2006-11-03T06:16:00.000-08:00

Report: Voice Expert ID's Ted Haggard's VoiceBy Jeralyn, Section Other Politics Posted on Fri Nov 03, 2006 at 03:45:00 AM EST Update: Church says Haggard confessed to some, but not all, of the allegations against him. My speculation: He confessed to buying meth from Jones.**********Denver's 9 News tonight reports a voice expert has analyzed paid escort Mike Jones' voicemail evidence against Ted

2006-11-03T06:14:00.000-08:00

2006-11-03T06:13:00.000-08:00

Pastor Ted Haggard...Out of the Closet? (8 comments ) READ MORE: 2006, Rick Santorum, James Dobson, Supreme Court There's really only one story here in Colorado at the moment.... The president of The National Association of Evangelicals and founding pastor of the 14,000 member New Life Church, Ted Haggard, has been accused of having a relationship with a 49 year-old gay male escort for the last

2006-11-03T06:10:00.000-08:00

Church Leader Says Haggard Admits To Some Indiscretions Interim Senior Pastor Says Haggard Admits Indiscretions -- Raw Interview Ted Haggard Accused Colorado SpringsUpdated: 12:26 AM Nov 3, 2006 11 News A sudden about-face in the scandal facing New Life Church's pastor.After Pastor Ted Haggard went public Wednesday night denying allegations of a homosexual affair, senior church officials told

2006-11-03T06:08:00.000-08:00

Dobson Criticizes Media For Reporting Haggard AllegationFocus Chairman Calls Coverage of Unsubstantiated Rumor 'Unconscionable'11/2/2006 1:40:00 PM--------------------------------------------------------------------------------To: State Desk Contact: Gary Schneeberger of Focus on the Family, 719-548-5853, or culturalissues@family.orgCOLORADO SPRINGS. Nov. 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Focus on the Family

2006-11-02T17:09:00.000-08:00

November 2, 2006FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFrom New Life ChurchColorado Springs, ColoradoRev. Ted Haggard, Senior Pastor of New Life Church, stated today that he could "not continue to minister under the cloud created by the accusations made on Denver talk radio this morning." He, therefore, placed himself on administrative leave, pending investigation, spiritual counsel, and a decision by the church's

2006-11-02T17:08:00.001-08:00

Evangelical leader hit with sex claimsBy CATHERINE TSAIASSOCIATED PRESS WRITERCOLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. -- The leader of the 30 million-member National Association of Evangelicals, a vocal opponent of the drive for same-sex marriage, resigned Thursday after being accused of paying for sex with a man in monthly trysts over the past three years.The Rev. Ted Haggard also stepped aside as head of his

2006-11-02T17:08:00.000-08:00

Haggard steps down amid gay affair inquiryBy Eric Gorski, Felisa Cardona and Manny GonzalesDenver Post Staff WritersArticle Last Updated:11/02/2006 05:15:40 PM MSTTed Haggard (Post file)Ted Haggard, one of the most prominent evangelical pastors in the nation, resigned today as president of the National Association of Evangelicals amid allegations that he carried on a three-year sexual

2006-09-26T04:42:00.000-07:00

2006-09-23T08:19:00.000-07:00

Here is an excellent analysis of Covenant Theology, New Covenant Theology, and Modified Covenant Theology reposted here with permission:I am using a comparison from the www by self-confessed hyperCalvinist Brandon Kraft. If some of his characterizations are inaccurately portraying a particular view, I can't say. But, I will make my agreement or not (on each point) based on his outline as written

2006-09-20T08:04:00.000-07:00

I promised in my last post that I would write more although on further reflection, I'm not sure what else could be written. The events of the past few months have just further proven to me that our country is so far from being Christian, as so many people would say that it is, that it quite astonishes me. Another thing that I have been reflecting on is just how awry how concept of capitalism

2006-09-07T07:11:00.000-07:00

I am reading the graphic adaption of the 9/11 Report. Some things have really stuck out to me. First of all, in the wake of 9/11, there is no way that the United States could have continued the same policy it had in regards to terrorism. The policy was passive and the events of 9/11 dictated that the U.S. had to take a more aggressive stand against terrorism. This would include preemptive

2006-08-21T09:49:00.000-07:00

My Middle-East Peace PlanStep #1-Abolish the U.N. This blatantly stupid and worthless organization has probably caused more wars that should not have happened and delayed more wars than were justified. By the way, abolishing the U.N. would also abolish any and all binding resolutions.Step #2-Create a very strong military alliance with Israel. This alliance would be stronger than any in history

2006-08-18T07:14:00.000-07:00

I got a great laugh out of this!A West Texas cowboy was herding his cows in a remote pasture whensuddenly a brand-new BMW advanced out of a dust cloud towards him. The driver, a young man in a Brioni suit, Gucci shoes, Ray Bansunglasses and YSL tie, leans out the window and asks the cowboy, "If Itell you exactly how many cows and calves you have in your herd, willyou give me a calf?" The cowboy

2006-08-07T08:05:00.000-07:00

Who Really Owns the “Holy Land”?Robert L. ReymondEditor’s note: This essay is an address delivered by Dr. Robert L. Reymond, Professor Emeritus at Knox Theological Seminary, to “Advancing Reformation Truth and Spirituality” (ARTS) on April 21, 2006, at DeVos Chapel, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, Fort Lauderdale, Florida.The Challenge Facing Covenant TheologyA gigantic effort is underway today

2006-08-07T08:04:00.000-07:00

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Experiential Calvinism and the Charismatic Gifts The issue of the whether or not the extraordinary spiritual gifts are for today has caused much debate and opinion in the body of Christ. There are biblically based groups who say that if you do speak in tongues, then you are under demonic control and are not

2006-08-07T07:51:00.000-07:00

Some comments on a message board from a friend of mine:Dear Sisters and Brothers,I've changed the Subject line and thought that I would share some thoughts.God has given human beings free will, the ability to make authentic choices without coercion. But this does not mean that the human will has not been radically impacted by evil.First, I believe that it is very basic to a Christian

2006-06-30T22:45:00.000-07:00

A Summary Critique: Welcome, Holy SpiritJust a few miles from Pastor Benny Hinn’s Orlando Christian Center (now called World Outreach Center) in Florida, at Universal Studios, one can see what, at first glance and from a distance, looks like a New York street. A closer took reveals cleverly built facades with nothing behind them. Hinn’s latest literary offering, Welcome, Holy Spirit, is like

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Excerpt from an interview with Derek Webb:What does it mean on your new album when it says don’t label my music? DW: It’s more of a personal liberty type comment, more than put a label on my music that I listen to so that I can discern between what is safe and right and what is dangerous and wrong. The whole secular/Christian thing, which is a total fiction, rather than just teaching me to listen

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“The contemporary American church is so largely enculturated to the American ethos of consumerism that it has little power to believe or act.” These words are written in some of the very first pages of Walter Brueggemann’s The Prophetic Imagination. If one year of seminary has done anything for me, it has made me conclude that the American way of life, our focus on consumerism, materialism, and

2006-06-14T07:10:00.000-07:00

So I took a “spiritual retreat” last week. There were some things in my head and in my spirit that I really needed to get straight. I went out to the local park, Brookside Park, here in Ashland. I found a nice park bench and just sat there for a few moments. I really had no plans, just wanted to spend some time with God. I finally started to read about the kings of Israel and Judah and all

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Announcer:And now, a message from the President of the United States.President Al Gore:Good evening, my fellow Americans.In 2000 when you overwhelmingly made the decision to elect me as your 43rd president, I knew the road ahead would be difficult. We have accomplished so much yet challenges lie ahead.In the last 6 years we have been able to stop global warming. No one could have predicted the

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Thoughts on the Eucharist As a person who grew up Southern Baptist, I held a memorial view of the Eucharist. It is called "The Lord's Supper" in the SBC. I have since left the church, not really for doctrinal reasons at the time, but more for geographical reasons. Moving into the reformed camp a bit stronger, I have also adjusted my view of the Eucharist. I called it a "high symbolism" at the

2006-01-13T08:47:00.000-08:00

The Fundamentalist on My Shoulder Many people have seen the old cartoons of the devil sitting on the shoulder of the person or animal and the angel on the other shoulder. The devil whispers in the ear of the person or animal “Go ahead and do it. You’ll enjoy it. You know you want to.” Then the angel will whisper in the other ear of the person and say, “But the better part of you knows that it

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John Piper Diagnosed with Prostate CancerJanuary 6, 2006Dear Friends,I hope this letter will encourage your prayer, strengthen your hope, and minister peace. I am writing with the blessing of the Council of Elders of Bethlehem Baptist Church to help you receive the news about my prostate cancer. At my annual urological exam on Wednesday, December 21, the doctor felt an abnormality in the

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Project WittenbergDisputation of Doctor Martin Lutheron the Power and Efficacy of Indulgencesby Dr. Martin Luther, 1517--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Martin Luther - Project Wittenberg--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Disputation of Doctor Martin Lutheron the Power and Efficacy of Indulgencesby Dr.