Archive for October 2019
R.E.D.S. Series Giveaway
To celebrate the anniversary of the Reformation, we are giving away a set of the R.E.D.S. series from Christian Focus Publications and Mentor. The R.E.D.S. (Reformed, Exegetical, and Doctrinal Studies) series addresses a spectrum of doctrines and contemporary theological questions. While the emphasis is on refining dogmatic formulation through rigorous exegesis and exploration into each…
Read MoreWomen of the Reformation: Katie Luther
Merchant Leonard Koppe regularly delivered goods and supplies to the Marienthron convent in Nimbschen, but the Easter of 1523, he came away with a larger, most unusual export in his wagon – 11 nuns escaping the convent. Koppe had earlier brought some of the writings of Martin Luther to the convent. As some of the…
Read MoreFrom Death to Life
The new issue of Credo Magazine focuses on Dort at 400. The following is an excerpt from Jim Scott Orrick’s article, “From Death to Life: The Synod of Dort of Depravity, Effectual Calling, and Regeneration.” Orrick’s professional and academic careers have run in two confluent streams. For about 40 years he has been preaching and teaching the…
Read MoreEavesdrop on a Theological Conversation: Recent Episodes of the Credo Podcast
Are you looking to deepen your understanding of theology? In the last several episodes of the Credo Podcast, a range of doctrinal issues have been covered, including theology and leadership, inspiration, divine immutability, biblical theology, patristic theology, justification, hermeneutics, and doctrine of Scripture. In each episode, Matthew Barrett talks with fellow theologians about the most…
Read MoreHow to Read John Theologically
The Gospel of John has long been recognized a masterful theological writing, often paired with Romans as one of the most theological books in Scripture. Some of the earliest commentators in the church recognized the significant theology presented by the Fourth Gospel, giving it the title, “the Spiritual Gospel.” It is one thing, however, to…
Read MoreUnconditional Election: Why Some Believe and Others Remain in Their Sin
The new issue of Credo Magazine focuses on Dort at 400. The following is an excerpt from Cornelius Venema’s article, “Unconditional Election: Why Some Believe and Others Remain in Their Sin.” Cornelis Venema (PhD, Princeton Theological Seminary) is President and Professor of Doctrinal Studies at Mid-America Reformed Seminary. He is the author of numerous books including But…
Read MoreOur Aims and Intentions: The Sword, the Trowel, and Credo Magazine
Charles Spurgeon’s schedule is legendary. He pastored the largest protestant church in the world, started 66 parachurch ministries,[1] and remains the most published English-speaking Christian of all time. What is often overlooked, however, is his magazine – The Sword and the Trowel. Beginning in 1865, the Metropolitan Tabernacle released a monthly publication concerning matters of…
Read MoreWomen of the Reformation: Anne Askew
Born into a wealthy family in Lincolnshire, the fourth of five children of William and Elizabeth Askew, Anne’s life should have been one of ease and luxury. Anne received an excellent education by tutors at home and especially relished reading and studying the Scriptures. Her older sister Martha was to be married to Thomas Kyme,…
Read MoreThe Clarity of Scripture in a Pluralistic Age
In what ways have the disciplines of biblical theology and historical theology been key to the task of systematics? How are we to understand Luther’s doctrine of Scripture? Are we in danger of losing the clarity of Scripture? How does the doctrine of God affect our doctrine of Scripture? How can scripture be clear when…
Read MoreNew Credo Podcast: Clarity of Scripture in a Pluralistic Age
In what ways have the disciplines of biblical theology and historical theology been key to the task of systematics? How are we to understand Luther’s doctrine of Scripture? Are we in danger of losing the clarity of Scripture? How does the doctrine of God affect our doctrine of Scripture? How can scripture be clear when…
Read MoreHow to Read Jonah Theologically
Why should Christians read the book of Jonah theologically? The short answer is that it was written to convey a theological message, and its historical and literary features serve that purpose. But how can that be demonstrated, and how can Christians read Jonah theologically? In this article we will explore some of the ways that…
Read MoreDefinite Atonement at Dort and the Unity of the Trinity
The new issue of Credo Magazine focuses on Dort at 400. The following is an excerpt from David Schrock’s article, “Definite Atonement at Dort and the Unity of the Trinity.” David Schrock serves as the Pastor of Preaching and Theology at Occoquan Bible Church in Woodbridge, Virginia. Additionally, Dr. Schrock is an adjunct professor of systematic…
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