John Owen writes: "Wherefore our Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of God, may be considered three ways. 1. Merely with respect unto his divine nature. This is one and the same with that of the Father. In this respect the one is not the image of the other, for both are the same. 2. With … Continue reading Understanding Christ’s Nature: Insights from John Owen
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The Incomprehensibility of God: An Analysis of John Owen’s Theological Insight
John Owen articulates a doctrine fundamental to classical theism: the absolute incomprehensibility of God. In his Christologia, he asserts, “God, in his own essence, being, and existence, is absolutely incomprehensible. His nature being immense, and all his holy properties essentially infinite, no creature can directly or perfectly comprehend them, or any of them. He must … Continue reading The Incomprehensibility of God: An Analysis of John Owen’s Theological Insight
Living with Joy While Waiting for Heaven
Philippians 1:19-26 Waiting is the bane of my existence. I’ll admit it—I’m terrible at it. We live in a world obsessed with instant gratification: fast food, same-day delivery, streaming on demand. Waiting feels like a glitch in the system, a waste of precious time. Yet, as Christians, waiting is not just inevitable—it’s essential. We’re all … Continue reading Living with Joy While Waiting for Heaven
The Goodness of God: Divine Blessedness and Our Salvation
The doctrine of divine blessedness, or beatitudo Dei, affirms that God is perfect in himself, lacking nothing, and eternally fulfilled. This is grounded in scriptural exegesis of passages that describe God’s perfection and self-sufficiency. In Psalm 16:11, the psalmist declares, “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness … Continue reading The Goodness of God: Divine Blessedness and Our Salvation
God’s Providence and Foreknowledge in Genesis 15:1-6: An Exegetical and Theological Analysis
The night sky stretches endlessly above Abram, a silent witness to his deepest anxieties. He has followed God’s call, left his homeland, and staked his future on divine promises, yet the fulfillment remains unseen. Without an heir, how can God’s covenantal blessings endure? The tension in Genesis 15:1-6 is palpable—Abram, advancing in years, wrestles with … Continue reading God’s Providence and Foreknowledge in Genesis 15:1-6: An Exegetical and Theological Analysis
Why You Need Systematic Theology
William Ames once defined systematic theology as “the science of living unto God.” More broadly, it is the study of God and all things in relation to God. These definitions highlight the esteemed status systematic theology once held. It was known as the queen of the sciences, and every other academic field yielded its service … Continue reading Why You Need Systematic Theology
The Scriptures and Authority: Christ’s Example and Machen’s Warning to Modern Christianity
The question of the inspiration and authority of Scripture is a central issue in Christian thought. The doctrine of inspiration forms a bit of wedge between religious conservatives and religious liberals. In his classic work Christianity and Liberalism, J. Gresham Machen argued 'According to the Christian view, the Bible contains an account of a revelation … Continue reading The Scriptures and Authority: Christ’s Example and Machen’s Warning to Modern Christianity
Beyond The Believers Lingering Atheism
In every human heart lurks a shadow of doubt. The Puritan theologian Thomas Ridgley captured this well when he said, “There is a great deal of atheism in our hearts; by reason of which we are prone sometimes to call in question the being, perfections, and providence of God. The devil also frequently injects atheistic … Continue reading Beyond The Believers Lingering Atheism
Focus on What You Can’t See: What Does the Bible Say God Is Like?
In our visually-driven age, we're constantly surrounded by things clamoring for our attention. Social media, TV, billboards, and smartphones all compete to capture our gaze. Tony Reinke's book, Competing Spectacles, investigates the effect of these visual distractions on our spiritual lives. He argues that these spectacles vie for our time, focus, and ultimately, our worship. … Continue reading Focus on What You Can’t See: What Does the Bible Say God Is Like?
Rediscovering Divine Blessedness: The Key to True Comfort and Joy
For millennia, Christians sung of God's attributes – His infinity, power, and justice. God is the "Fount of Every Blessing" that tunes our heart for praise. Yet, it is a melody which often goes unheard today. The hymns of Divine blessedness should return when we return to a Scriptural view of God's nature. Scripture portrays … Continue reading Rediscovering Divine Blessedness: The Key to True Comfort and Joy
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