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The "Bind and Loose" Argument Rebutted
Over at GreenBaggins, Scott tried to make an argument for an infallible rule of faith other than the Bible. He wrote: “The fact is that Matthew 16:18-19 and Matthew 18:18 teach that man and/or those men can bind or loose, not just sin, but whatsoever they choose.” Let’s consider this argument piece by piece: “that…
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Special Creation is a Key Part of the Gospel – not a "Taint"
Special Creation is a Key Part of the Gospel – not a “Taint” (to build on my previous post). Special creation is something frequently mentioned by both apostolic-era preachers and apostolic era-books. Stephen’s Sermon Acts 7:48-51 Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet, heaven is my throne,…
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Some of the Counsel of God is a "Taint" to the Rest?
Michael Patton seems to be continuing his downward spiral. In a new post, he writes: The historic message of the Bible needs to take precedence over the theological nature of the Bible. And here is where I feel we Evangelicals, in our zeal and love for the Bible, taint the Gospel with unnecessary additions. These…
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Status vs. Behavior
OLSON: Well, you’ve said in the cases decided by this court that the polygamy issue, multiple marriages, raises questions about exploitation, abuse, patriarchy, issues with respect to taxes, inheritance, child custody, it is an entirely different thing. And if you—if a state prohibits polygamy, it’s prohibiting conduct. If it prohibits gay and lesbian citizens from…
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Mr. Patton, Your Anecdotes don't Provide a Biblical Argument
Sadly, Michael Patton has decided to double down on his attack on the fundamental importance of Special Creation and Inerrancy with a new post titled “FORGET ABOUT EVOLUTION AND INERRANCY (FOR A MINUTE).” Patton doesn’t offer any Biblical or even logical argument for his position. He just provides two anecdotes of people who were allegedly…
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New Roman Catholic Pope Elected by the Cardinals
Not this guy (link) but Jorge Mario Bergoglio, from Argentina. Naturally, he is “Pope Francis.” To God be the Glory!
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R. Scott Clark on "All Heretics Quote Scripture"
R. Scott Clark today responded on his blog to the comment that “all heretics quote Scripture.” It’s a true statement that simply testifies to the universal recognition of the authority of Scripture. It does not prove what its advocates seem to want to imagine that it proves. R. Scott Clark explains: According to the Reformed…
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Douglas Wilson vs. Andrew Sullivan on "Gay Marriage"
Doug Wilson has posted the gist of his prepared remarks from a debate with Andrew Sullivan on the topic of so-called “gay marriage.” (link to remarks) In general, I would agree with what Wilson said – although I cannot confirm his positive comments on Sullivan’s behavior (as I did not witness the debate). Wilson has…
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Response to "Ten Things I wish the Church Knew About Homosexuality"
There’s a list of “Ten Things” that the author states he wishes “the Church” knew about what he characterizes as “homosexuality.” I’ll address each item in turn. 1. If Jesus did not mention a subject, it cannot be essential to his teachings. a) Jesus did mention the subject of sexual sin, and he did so…
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Shocked by His Resignation!
The Christian blogosphere today is in shock over the departure of C.L. Bolt from the blogging team at Choosing Hats. It’s a completely unprecedented move, and he will (in all seriousness) be missed. I hope he returns to blogging soon! -TurretinFan To God be the Glory!