The Appeal of Legalism

I had an epiphany this morning in Starbucks while discussing the book The Life of a God-Made Man with my good friend Aaron. I've enjoyed the book and our discussions together, but today I was mildly frustrated with a paragraph in the chapter "A Man and His Wealth." Here's what the author, Daniel Doriani, writes, "Being rich … Continue reading The Appeal of Legalism

The Best of All Possible Worlds

I ran across an interview done on Justin Taylor's website back in 2008 with John Frame. I respect John Frame and his work immensely, though I often disagree with him. In the interview he was asked about the notion that this world is 'the best of all possible worlds'. Here's the exchange: Why do you … Continue reading The Best of All Possible Worlds

Does God Belong in the Science Class?

Ok, stick with me here for a minute. Last night I had the boys at the Ellettsville Library. I was looking through the new books section in the kid's area and stumbled upon a book about religion for kids, What Do You Believe?. I picked it up and almost put it in the basket just out … Continue reading Does God Belong in the Science Class?

Did Adam and Eve Really Exist? (Email Exchange)

Back on July 5th I posted a recommendation for Jack Collins' book Did Adam and Eve Really Exist?: Who They Were and Why You Should Care. I really enjoyed the book and it help me see how positions other than my own (which is pretty conservative) can still be reconciled to the Biblical narrative.  Kevin DeYoung posted a review also … Continue reading Did Adam and Eve Really Exist? (Email Exchange)

Christopher Wright on Slavery in Ancient Israel

This past Sunday I mentioned Christopher Wright and his helpful comments on slavery in the Old Testament. I thought I could summarize one section of his book Old Testament Ethics for the People of God. Chapter 10 of Wright's book wrestles with how God's people are to relate to the cultures in which they live. Wright … Continue reading Christopher Wright on Slavery in Ancient Israel