Journal of the GES – Spring 2017
All Faith Is Good? (Titus 2:10)
I. INTRODUCTION Recently, I was studying the book of Titus and came upon an interesting discussion of Titus 2:10 in the book on Greek grammar that I used in seminary. This discussion was valuable because it challenged the common translation of this verse. The book suggested that the proper translation of this verse would support
Does Free Grace Theology Diminish the Gospel?
A Review of Wayne Grudem’s “Free Grace Theology: 5 Way it Diminishes the Gospel”, Part 2 I. INTRODUCTION In Part 1 I considered the first two chapters of Dr. Wayne Grudem’s recent book in which he argues against Free Grace Theology (FGT). I had intended to complete my review in this article. However, there is
Revelation 3:10 and the Rapture: A New Departure
I. INTRODUCTION Revelation 3:10 in the New King James Version reads: “Because you have kept My command to persevere, I also will keep you from the hour of trial which shall come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth.” This article argues for a change in punctuation. Misplaced periods and
When Was Adam Created?*
Terry Mortenson Author, Lecturer, and Researcher Answers in Genesis I. INTRODUCTION When did Adam come into existence? Evolutionists say Homo sapiens came into existence 200,000 to 400,000 years ago (depending on which evolutionist you consult, because they do not all agree on what a Homo sapiens is). Can we harmonize that with the teaching of
A Review and Application of Albert Mohler’s “We Cannot Be Silent”
Kathryn Wright Columbia, SC I. INTRODUCTION Albert Mohler, the president of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY, recently wrote We Cannot Be Silent, which addresses many contemporary issues such as the sexual revolution.1 The main point of discussion is the acceptance of homosexual marriage, but Mohler also sees other aspects of this revolution in
Galatians: A Verse-by-Verse Commentary
Galatians: A Verse-by-Verse Commentary. By Thomas W. Finley. NP: NP, 2016. 162 pp. Paperback, Free. Thomas Finley has written this commentary on Galatians and offers it free of charge. It can be downloaded for free at www.seekersofchrist.org. It caught my attention for two reasons. The first is that it is written from a Free Grace
Preaching the New Testament: An Exegetical and Biblical-Theological Study
Preaching the New Testament: An Exegetical and Biblical-Theological Study. By Jonathan I. Griffiths. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2017. 152 pp. Hardcover, $44.99. The purpose for this book is not to show how we are to preach God’s Word today. Instead, Griffith’s concern is more basic. He asks, “Could it be that such convictions concerning
Luis de Molina: The Life and Theology of the Founder of Middle Knowledge
Luis de Molina: The Life and Theology of the Founder of Middle Knowledge. By Kirk R. MacGregor. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2015. 292 pp. Hardcover, $24.32. Kirk MacGregor has written a tour de force on the life and theology of Luis de Molina. Luis de Molina, the originator of Molinism or “Middle Knowledge” was a
Searching for Adam: Genesis & the Truth about Man’s Origin
Searching for Adam: Genesis & the Truth about Man’s Origin. Edited by Terry Mortenson. Green Forest, AR: Master Books, 2016. 524 pp. Paperback, $24.99. This book consists of sixteen chapters, each written by a different author. The book deals with many issues. Among these are: Did Adam exist in history or is he a myth?;
Suffering and the Search for Meaning: Contemporary Responses to the Problem of Pain
Suffering and the Search for Meaning: Contemporary Responses to the Problem of Pain. By Richard Rice. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic, 2014. 170 pp. Paperback, $20.00. This book is about how you can respond to real suffering, to “a sense of loss so huge and irreparable that the mind balks at taking its measure” (p.
The Disruption of Evangelicalism: The Age of Torrey, Mott, McPherson, and Hammond
The Disruption of Evangelicalism: The Age of Torrey, Mott, McPherson, and Hammond. By Geoffrey R. Treloar. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2017. 334 pp. Hardcover, $35.00. The title of this book grabbed my attention. How was evangelicalism disrupted? Treloar is Australian who teaches at the Australian College of Theology and who is a visiting fellow
Breaking Free Of OCD
Breaking Free Of OCD. By Jeff Wells. Houston, TX: Lucid Books, 2016. 162 pp. Paperback, $14.99. Whether you suffer from OCD—as do 6.6 million in the U.S.—or you’re just more OC than you’d like—or if you suffer from anxiety, depression, or any kind of mental illness or emotional problems—Breaking Free Of OCD will help. The