Category Archives: Theology

evidence that moral law is not now required

Posted on June 25, 2013 by christopher fisher

The book of Romans is Paul’s magnum opus. He is writing to a Church he did not found, and one that is heavily works based. He lays out a systematic way to understand his ministry and methods of righteousness. In … Continue reading →

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does galatians 2 7 indicate two gospels

Posted on June 21, 2013 by christopher fisher

Gal 2:7 But on the contrary, when they saw that the gospel for the uncircumcised had been committed to me, as the gospel for the circumcised was to Peter Galatians 2:7 was written by Paul to distinguish his ministry from … Continue reading →

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understanding satan

Posted on June 20, 2013 by christopher fisher

If a modern Christian is asked to draw a picture of who Satan is, Christians will probably draw a horned half-goat creature sitting in a throne in the pit of hell. This image is deeply imbedded into the American psyche. … Continue reading →

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aw pink and the calvinists

Posted on June 17, 2013 by christopher fisher

AW Pink is an author with whom I have recently become acquainted. AW Pink is a Calvinist through and through. One of his books is dedicated to the express topic of the “Sovereignty of God”. His writing style is one … Continue reading →

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the apostle paul and his relations with his enemies

Posted on June 17, 2013 by christopher fisher

The Apostle Paul was not necessarily a nice guy to his enemies, as judged by modern Christians. He seemed to hold deep grudges and wished destruction on his enemies. Often quoted is his verse to pray for one’s enemies: Rom … Continue reading →

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Jesus preaches the gospel of the kingdom even after he is risen

Posted on June 17, 2013 by christopher fisher

A few months ago I was having a conversation with a pastor of an Acts 2 dispensationalist church. Dispensationalists who are “Acts 2” are those that believe that the “salvation by faith alone” gospel started immediately following Christ’s death. Talking … Continue reading →

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peters vision in acts

Posted on June 17, 2013 by christopher fisher

In Acts 10, Peter has a vision: Act 10:11 and [Peter] saw heaven opened and an object like a great sheet bound at the four corners, descending to him and let down to the earth. Act 10:12 In it were … Continue reading →

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why paul uses the word mystery

Posted on June 7, 2013 by christopher fisher

The apostle Paul, throughout his letters, utilizes a very interesting writing style. He knows his local audience and incorporates elements of their society to make theological points. For example, in Corinthians he alludes to special sports competitions that they held. … Continue reading →

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misquoted verses – all things work together for good

Posted on June 4, 2013 by christopher fisher

Rom 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. When Christians quote Romans 8:28 it is often as a calming “God controls … Continue reading →

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lord means god

Posted on June 4, 2013 by christopher fisher

In the book Among the Gentiles, Luke Johnson points out the term “Lord” was used of gods in the ancient world: The title “Lord” (kyrios) was probably the earliest used by the first believers to express their conviction that Jesus … Continue reading →

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