Is Schrödinger’s Cat a Calvinist or an Arminian?

Romans 9 presents us with a bit of a paradox. Paul clearly teaches in verse 18 that God has mercy on whomever He will, and hardens the hearts of whomever He will. Yet verses 19–24 teach us that we are still responsible for our actions. Election is never presented in Scripture in a fatalistic manner; we...

Dangers of Blogging: Honor code 42+4

Having been tagged by Karen, I guess it is only proper etiquette to respond.Four Jobs You've HadTeacher's aideAdjunct professorConsultantSystems ProgrammerFour Places You've LivedMilton, New YorkHigh Falls, New YorkHigh Bridge, New JerseyTroy, New YorkFour Vacations You've TakenWalt Disney World, FloridaNova ScotiaMartha's Vineyard, MassachusettsWilliamsburg, VirginiaFour Vehicles You've OwnedBicycleChevy CelebrityFord EscortHonda Accord WagonFour Blogs I Visit and Want...

Already, not yet: Justification and Sanctification

One important principle for correctly interpreting many Bible passages is to recognize the "already, not yet" tension. Already, the Kingdom of God has come in Christ. Yet, while we are already "raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus" (Ephesians 2:6), yet we dwell in "the...

Some Readings on the Trinity

When we examine the New Testament doctrine of God, we are quickly confronted with a paradox. The New Testament affirms the Old Testament doctrine that there is One God, and only God is to be worshipped. At the same time, we see three divine Persons who enjoy interpersonal relations and are all considered worth of...