by Loraine Boettner Probably the most plausible defense for Arminianism is found in the universalistic passages in Scripture. Three of the most quoted are: II Peter 3:9, "Not wishing [or, KJV, not willing] that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance”; I Tim. 2:4, [God our Savior] "who would have all men [...]
Five solas The Five Solas are five Latin phrases (or slogans) that emerged from the Protestant Reformation intended to summarize the Reformers' basic theological principles in contrast to certain teachings of the Roman Catholic Church of the day. "Sola" is Latin meaning "alone" or "only" and the corresponding phrases are: Sola Fide, by faith alone. [...]
The Sovereignty of God The Sovereignty of God may be defined as God exercising His supremacy. “The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein” Psalm 24:1 “Our God is in the heavens; He does all that he pleases.” Psalm 115:3 “Woe to him who strives [...]
What does “all Israel” in Romans 11:26 mean? Does it mean that one day every single Jew will be saved? This question is a highly debated one and, throughout the history of the Church, there have been at least four different views. 1) The first view is that “all Israel” means “every single ethnic Israelite” [...]
Preaching that Hinders Revival Richard Owen Roberts Repentance must always begin in the house of God. Doubtless the best place for it to start is with those who preach. Let us examine some errors of preaching that stand in the way of revival. Preaching That is Man-Centered. All of us, by our very own natures, [...]
A Brief Overview of the Main 4 Views of Future Events Allan McQuarrie Millennial Views Purpose: To present an overview of the 4 major evangelical views regarding the events and times surrounding the Lord’s return and the establishment of the New Heaven and Earth. Problem: The Bible does not reveal a detailed list [...]
“Our God is in heaven; he does whatever pleases him.” (Psalm 115:3) Free Will Spurgeon says: “The predestination of God does not destroy the free agency of man, or lighten the responsibility of the sinner” (Sermons, Vol. 18, p. 30). A.H. Strong says: “Free agency . . . has been shown to be consistent with [...]
