Calvin and Powerful Preaching
Over the years, after listening to a great many men preach a great number of sermons, I have often asked myself “why did they bother?” Oh, they delineated their three points well enough, demonstrated adequately their knowledge of the pluperfect, and told their mandatory joke (and received the mandatory chuckle). But …
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Is Arminianism A False Gospel?
Every so often, I receive letters and emails or get into discussions on the phone with various people wanting to know my position on “Arminianism;” specifically whether I believe Arminianism is a “false gospel” (and whether those believe who believe or espouse some form of it are …
The Reformed Doctrine of Scripture
An Analysis of the Historic Creeds of the Reformed Faith on Scripture Rev. Brian M. Abshire
“All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction and training in righteousness that the man of God may be perfectly equipped for every good work…” 2 Tim 3:16-17
The doctrine of Scripture has been under …
What Does It Mean to Be “Reformed?”
Introduction
In our church, we frequently use the word “Reformed” in sermons, Christian education classes, Bible studies and even casual conversation. Newcomers often do not quite understand what we mean by the term, and even those who have been in conservative, evangelical Presbyterian churches can be confused. I well …
Why I Am NOT A Reconstructionist!
For a number of years, I worked closely with the Chalcedon Foundation, mostly as a writer and speaker, but also serving on the board of directors. This has been in the main, a very positive experience. I have had the opportunity to work with some very talented and articulate men committed to …
Why I Became A Presbyterian
In 1973, God used the witness of men working in parachurch organizations to bring me to saving faith in His Son Jesus and teach me the fundamentals of a Christian walk. While I was encouraged to attend a “Bible believing church,” no information was given about which particular one to …
Why I Believe in Predestination
I still remember the first time I encountered the doctrine of election. I was in my first semester at a Christian college, taking Theology 101. After dealing with the doctrines of God, Christ and Man, we finally got to salvation. And the professor turned out to be a CALVINIST! I was …