At seminary, the professors stress the importance of coming up with clear definitions whenever we develop a concept. Recently, we had a discussion over the idea of mercy. The question arises: what exactly is mercy? Some speak of mercy as it relates to grace. Grace is God’s undeserved favor toward those who deserve the opposite. … Continue reading Samples from Seminary – What is Mercy?
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Hail, the Incarnate Deity
Sometimes I think lyrics to most songs go in one ear and out the other. This, of course includes our hymns and songs of praise to God. Too often, I think we read and sing off the lyrics to the songs we sing in church, or even at home or in the car, without really … Continue reading Hail, the Incarnate Deity
Samples from Seminary – “Cross, Cross,” and There Is No Cross!
We consider October 31 to be Reformation Day. On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther nailed his Ninety-Five Theses to the church door in Wittenberg, Germany. Historians view this as the start of the 16th century Protestant Reformation. Today, we celebrate the 499th anniversary of this important event. While this was an important event in church … Continue reading Samples from Seminary – “Cross, Cross,” and There Is No Cross!
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