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Review of Preus Post-Reformation Lutheranism

Posted on November 5, 2016 by J. B. Aitken

Like Richard Muller in the Reformed tradition, Robert Preus shows how theological prolegomena orders the rest of one’s theology. While as a Reformed Christian I will disagree with both some of his conclusions and method, I appreciate the rigor and … Continue reading →

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Analytical Outline Geisler’s Ethics, pt 1

Posted on February 23, 2016 by J. B. Aitken

Begins with a survey of different ethical options, briefly noting their shortcomings (Geisler 17-22). Christian View of Ethics Based on God’s Will Is absolute Based on God’s revelation Is prescriptive Is Deontological Antinomianism Not simply that there are no norms. … Continue reading →

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Lutheran and Reformed on Lord’s Supper

Posted on November 5, 2015 by J. B. Aitken

Lutherans believe in a sacramental union between the blood of Christ and the wine. Reformed believe in a sacramental union between the sign and the thing signified (promises of the covenant). Lutherans:  Wine —> sacramental union —> Blood of Christ … Continue reading →

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