Articles addressing error, separation, discernment, and the defense of biblical truth
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Don’t eat spiritual Corn Dogs
There are a great many churches in America today, along with many organizations that call themselves churches. If a Christian is not discerning, it is easy to become involved in a church where the people may be kind and caring, yet the doctrine being taught is seriously deficient. Does that really matter? Yes. Doctrine matters…
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What does a modern Pharisee look like?
What does a modern Pharisee look like? The term Pharisee is used frequently among Christians today, usually as an accusation against someone who holds firmly to biblical doctrine or maintains strict standards. A Christian who insists upon adherence to Scripture may be called self-righteous, legalistic, cold, unloving, or judgmental. That usage does not accurately reflect…
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Common Rhetorical Fallacies in Calvinist Argumentation
Common Rhetorical Fallacies in Calvinist Argumentation The term “rhetorical fallacy” is used here to include informal logical fallacies, hermeneutical errors, and debate tactics. Not every Calvinist uses every fallacy, and the presence of a fallacy does not by itself disprove Calvinism. 1. Begging the Question Typical argument: “Romans 9 teaches election. Election means God’s unconditional…