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Review: Gillespie, Aaron’s Rod Blossoming

Posted on May 25, 2018 by J. B. Aitken

Argument of Book: there exists a religious tribunal distinct from that of the civil magistrate.  This tribunal has the power of excommunication. In fact, Gillespie’s overall argument is quite simple, despite the learned discussions in the book.  Erastianism isn’t necessarily … Continue reading →

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Mediatorial Kingdom: A Tip for subordinationists

Posted on September 9, 2017 by J. B. Aitken

Subordination:  talk of Christ’s subordination referred to his mediatorial kingdom, when he handed it over to the Father (115). Richard Muller, Post Reformation Reformed Dogmatics.  Triunity of God.

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Messiah: Governor of the Nations

Posted on November 28, 2016 by J. B. Aitken

Messiah: Governor of the Nations of the Earth by Alexander McLeod, D.D. This is a lengthy pamphlet outlining the basic Covenanter (and Reformed) view of Christ the Mediator and what this doctrine entails for the civil magistrate.  It is no … Continue reading →

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