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Biblical Worship 05: Word-Based

Ben — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:00:44 +0000

The Thessalonian congregation was given a most prestigious commendation from the apostle, “you are an example to all those in Macedonia and Achaia.” They had become the “pattern” to follow in church life. What “pattern” was established by the Thessalonian church? What traps are lurking near the foundations of the church? How can the contemporary church follow this example? Answering this question involves taking a closer look at some of the essentials of biblical worship in the Church. One of the essentials of biblical worship is the priority of the Word of God...

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The Bible v/s Nature

Ben — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 20:42:42 +0000

What are the comparisons and contrasts between the Bible and its authority and general revelation and its authority? When comparing and contrasting the Bible and its authority to general revelation and its authority, it is important to understand that the Bible is in the category of special revelation. The nature of special revelation is such [...]

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To the Fountain: Weighing Scripture and Tradition

Ben — Tue, 03 May 2011 22:51:47 +0000

Around the dawn of the fifth century A.D., a scholar of the church by the name of Jerome did something that was rather controversial in his day: He produced the official Latin translation of the Bible, which become known as the Vulgate. That in itself wasn’t controversial. The controversy lay in the fact that he [...]

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Theological Controversies

Ben — Tue, 19 May 2009 18:13:17 +0000

What is the Bible’s authority on theological controversies? Theological controversies, unfortunately, have been and will be a mainstay in this fallen world until the end of the age. The unregenerate man will always suppress the truth in unrighteousness, becoming futile and foolish in his speculations (Romans 1:18,21). As for the regenerate man, Paul says that [...]

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Biblical Infallibility & Authority

Ben — Tue, 19 May 2009 15:45:53 +0000

What is the relationship between infallibility and authority? Infallibility and authority have been hot topics of debate in theological circles for several centuries. Let’s start by defining these terms. The doctrine of biblical infallibility is the belief that the Bible is true and reliable in all matters it addresses, including assertions and denials. In other [...]

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