Category Archives: Theologia

While We’re Talking About the Gospel….I Have a Story

I wrote this as part of a post from February of 07. It goes so well with what I want to say to all of you who may wonder if going on and on about the Gospel is really necessary. Yes, it is. Read and think about it: There is another reason I care deeplyContinue reading “While We’re Talking About the Gospel….I Have a Story”

The Gospel-Believing Christian In The Midst of Legalism

I’ve wanted to write an encouragement for many of my readers whom I know seek to live out the Gospel in the midst of a legalistic time and place. I pray this is a gift for you if you find yourself in such a place. Galatians 3:1 Oh, foolish Galatians! Who has cast an evilContinue reading “The Gospel-Believing Christian In The Midst of Legalism”

The Unresolved Tensions of Evangelicalism Part 2: God-Proving Christian Experience

I am continuing my series on the unresolved tensions of evangelicalism, I want to explore disillusionment with Christian experience. 2. The Disillusionment of Christian Experience Evangelicalism makes confident claims about the religious experience of its true believers. It is not hard to conceive of disillusionment when those claims are judged to be untrue. It’s aContinue reading “The Unresolved Tensions of Evangelicalism Part 2: God-Proving Christian Experience”

Iain Murray: Facing the Main Problem in Evangelism Today

I really appreciate Iain Murray, the editor at Banner of Truth Trust, former associate to Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones and an eminent historian of evangelicalism. His many talks at various reformed conferences throughout the years are worth acquiring and his books are all valuable. Some are simply essential. Dr. Murray’s books are available through any reformedContinue reading “Iain Murray: Facing the Main Problem in Evangelism Today”

Fr. Ernesto Obregon: An Orthodox View of the Issues In Sola Fide

UPDATE: A great way to learn more about Orthodoxy is the amazing selection of podcasts at Ancient Faith Radio. There are 4 pages of podcasts! I have always enjoyed Fr. Reardon. Perhaps some commenters can share their favorite. One of the frequent commenters here at Internet Monk recently is Father Ernesto Obregon, an Orthodox priest.Continue reading “Fr. Ernesto Obregon: An Orthodox View of the Issues In Sola Fide”

A Short List of Troublingly Common Sins

Paul made a lot of sin lists. You know, lists of sins. If you’re a preacher or teacher, you’ve probably used Paul’s sin lists a few times as the raw material for a talk or sermon. You’ve walked through the list, one sin at a time and said a little something about each one. ItContinue reading “A Short List of Troublingly Common Sins”

Open Discussion at the IM Mic: How Much Can The Bible Do “Alone?”

A very interesting topic arose on the last “Real Differences” thread: Differing views on the distribution of scripture to the public. Got me thinking….. How much can the Bible do alone? (That’s a little tricky, because the Bible is never completely “alone.” I mean how much can the Bible do without someone there to teachContinue reading “Open Discussion at the IM Mic: How Much Can The Bible Do “Alone?””

What’s A Conservative Reading of Song of Solomon?

I have too many religious channels on my Dish tv. Any time of the day or night, I can get at least 6 preachers. Some of these television preachers are Word-Faith, prosperity gospel charlatans and phonies. They should be arrested, locked up and the key thrown away. But several of these preachers are actually tryingContinue reading “What’s A Conservative Reading of Song of Solomon?”