This paper will attempt to answer the question, “Is progressive sanctification optional, that is, is salvation (justification) without sanctification or receiving Christ as Savior but not as Lord an open option?” Within protestant theology, theologians often classify the options on sanctification into two possibilities... Full Text
In Romans 10:5-13, Paul uses the impossibility of achieving righteousness by works as a springboard into a discussion of the righteousness available through Christ by faith. Drawing on the Old Testament Paul argues that this perspective is not only consistent with Scripture but provides a universal solution to the sin problem... Full Text
A significant element of apologetics is grounded in one’s ontological and epistemological stance. In fact, it is often the case that a key point of one’s apologetic is defending one’s ontological and epistemological stance. It stands to reason that a key component of understanding the apologetic of an individual is understanding their epistemological point of view. However, epistemological stances are notoriously difficult to parse. In the case of C.S. Lewis this is no different. However, a deeper understanding of Lewis’s epistemological stance may be useful as the Church, amidst post-modern culture, seeks to maintain relevance while standing firm in doctrinal absolutes...Full Text
There are few things that bring me as much joy as watching someone get baptized. When we baptize an individual we are witnessing their public confession of faith while participating in a church tradition nearly 2000 years old. Baptism is something special we both need to understand and celebrate baptism...Full Text
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