Tolerance And Liberty of Conscience

Rev Brian Abshire on May 12th, 2008

A charge of “heresy” is indeed a serious one and not to be made lightly. For as we have defined the term here, heresy is doctrinal error so wrong, that a person believing, affirming and teaching it could not be saved. Therefore it is important NOT to throw this …

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What Does It Mean to Be “Reformed?”

Rev Brian Abshire on May 12th, 2008

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!

Rev Brian Abshire on May 12th, 2008

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

Rev Brian Abshire on May 12th, 2008

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

Rev Brian Abshire on May 12th, 2008

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 …