The church is no stranger to theologies of ascent. Julie Canlis, lecturer at Regent College, suggests that Calvin’s voice ought to join the chorus of such theologies. In Calvin’s Ladder: A Spiritual Theology of Ascent and Ascension, Canlis argues that Calvin’s voice isn’t drowned out in this chorus but that it sticks out for variousContinue reading “Calvin’s Ladder: A Spiritual Theology of Ascent and Ascension”
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John Calvin and the Poor
If God gives a man wealth, it is to put his charity to the test. We are to give an account of what God has placed in our hands. But if our neighbors endure hardship because of our lack of mercy, it is certain that it will not go unpunished. . . . We seeContinue reading “John Calvin and the Poor”
John Calvin’s Goals as an Expositor of Scripture
For God there is nothing higher than preaching the gospel, because it is the means to lead people to salvation.[1] In his ministry John Calvin was in full agreement with Martin Luther’s saying that “the ears alone are the organ of a Christian”. (COP, 37) Calvin believed that the verbal proclamation of God’s wordContinue reading “John Calvin’s Goals as an Expositor of Scripture”
John Calvin & the Four Nicene Marks of the Church
One theme that emerges throughout Calvin’s works as well as some Calvin biographies is the importance he places upon ecclesiology. We see this in various ways, for instance in his fight for the unity of the protestant movement, in his emphasis on the proper understanding of the Eucharist, and his constant attempts at establishing churchContinue reading “John Calvin & the Four Nicene Marks of the Church”
I’m a Father!
On March 9th at 3:22pm my beautiful baby daughter was born! Her mom – my wife – started getting contractions during the YoungLife club that she serves at. But she didn’t really know what it was, just that it hurt and that she didn’t feel well. When she got home, she told me that sheContinue reading “I’m a Father!”
Free Calvin e-books – Today Only!
Free Calvin e-books – Today Only. HT: Jim West John Calvin was born on this day in 1509. In honor of his birthday, Reformation Trust and Ligonier Ministries are making two John Calvin ebooks available free for 24 hours. The Expository Genius of John Calvin by Steven Lawson John Calvin: A Heart for Devotion, Doctrine, and Doxology editedContinue reading “Free Calvin e-books – Today Only!”
Calvin’s Thorns
“Now though sinful desires exert their power on the hearts of men, before the word of the Lord springs up into the blade, yet, at first, their influence is not perceived, and it is only when the corn has grown up, and given promise of fruit, that they gradually make their appearance. Each of usContinue reading “Calvin’s Thorns”
Atonement & Ascension – Notes on Michael Horton’s LATC15 Presentation
Michael Horton is the J. Gresham Machen Professor of Systematic Theology and Apologetics at Westmister California. He is author of The Christian Faith and editor of Modern Reformation magazine, and co-host of the White Horse Inn. At LATC 15 he presented a wonderful paper on Atonement and Ascension – with special attention being paid toContinue reading “Atonement & Ascension – Notes on Michael Horton’s LATC15 Presentation”
Grace vs. Works
Is the gospel of grace opposed to good works? Should Christians who are pursuing God and his grace pursue good works with all that they are? By no means… Check out what Calvin says about being devoted to good works: We, too, when treating of the righteousness of faith, do not contend against the substanceContinue reading “Grace vs. Works”
John Calvin on The Holy Spirit’s Sense of Humor
I will explain Calvin’s view on the Holy Spirit’s sense of humor, but first a few jokes: Knock Knock. Who’s there? Annie. Annie who? Annie way you can Let me in now? (badum – chhh!) When drilled for details, the Dentist replied that his favorite hymn was “Crown Him with Many Crowns” #cleanhumor #divineappointment –Continue reading “John Calvin on The Holy Spirit’s Sense of Humor”
CWoznicki Think Out Loud 