It’s the elephant in the room, isn’t it? We can’t all be right and we can’t both be right. Sooner or later we have to have a discussion about charismatic (continuationist) theology and whether or not the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit remain in operation in the church today (or, if you prefer, about … Continue reading The Challies Chronicles: MacArthur’s Strange Fire Keynote
Rabbi Simeon said: If a man looks upon the Torah as merely a book presenting narratives and everyday matters, alas for him! Such a torah, one treating with everyday concerns, and indeed a more excellent one, we too, even we, could compile. More than that, in the possession of the rulers of the world there … Continue reading The Purpose of Torah in New Testament Judaism, Part 3
This is a continuation of yesterday’s “meditation” on John MacArthur and “Chapter 1: Embracing the Authority and Sufficiency of Scripture” from his book Think Biblically: Recovering a Christian Worldview. If you haven’t done so already, read Part 1 before continuing here. In addressing Luke 16:27-31, MacArthur says: The rich man’s perspective is the same view … Continue reading John MacArthur and Struggling with Biblical Sufficiency, Part 2
A truly Christian worldview begins with the conviction that God Himself has spoken in Scripture. As Christians, we are committed to the Bible as the inerrant and authoritative Word of God. We believe it is reliable and true from cover to cover, in every jot and tittle (cf. Matt 5:18). Scripture, therefore, is the standard … Continue reading John MacArthur and Struggling with Biblical Sufficiency, Part 1
For years, I’ve subscribed to daily updates from the Aish HaTorah Jewish educational website. I know, I’m not Jewish, but I find that the vast majority of their content “resonates” with me better than most traditional Christian commentary. A few days ago, I came across an interesting question in the Ask the Rabbi column. Actually, … Continue reading Another Look at Torah Principles and the Gentile
I am getting interested in Judaism – reading the Bible, and trying to practice its many laws. But I am having a hard time accepting the Talmud and all its laws. Isn’t it enough just to do what’s written in the Bible? The Aish Rabbi Replies: Thank you for writing. This issue has bothered people … Continue reading The Hope of Healing in the Bilateral Ekklesia
Morning Meditations 