Tag Archives: Luther

Exploring the Twain 2

Posted on November 23, 2009 by me

In the first post in this series, I introduced my thesis that Western theology is so tainted by a number of influences that did not affect the Eastern Church that the best way to evaluate Western theology is to start … Continue reading →

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Martin Luther is still my hero

Posted on November 20, 2009 by me

Therefore a distinction must be made between reason left to itself without restriction, which runs about unbridled and is carried around by its reckonings, which judges and decides on the basis of its own principles, which are common notions, perceptions, … Continue reading →

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Rethinking Tradition and Sola Scriptura 2

Posted on November 2, 2009 by me

In my last post, I discussed a few of the issues surrounding the concept of sola scriptura, that doctrinal authority is limited to that found in the Bible.  I discussed that the doctrine has evolved from its original intent into … Continue reading →

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NT Wright’s Justification, Pt. 4: Wright’s Big Picture

Posted on October 14, 2009 by me

In the prior 3 posts in this series, I have pointed out a number of places where I am in disagreement with NT Wright’s most recent book, Justification.  Now, let me summarize some things I am in agreement with. One … Continue reading →

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