In 1 Kings 22, God allows an evil spirit to deceive King Ahab’s prophets, leading him toward his downfall. This intriguing scene raises questions about divine sovereignty,...

by C Michael Patton

Anthropology

Evangelism

The New Birth: What Nicodemus Should Have Known

Nicodemus and the New Birth: A Mysterious Concept John 3:1-10 Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. This man came to Jesus by night and...

A Complete Guide to Bible Interpretation: Moving from “What Did it Mean” to “How Does it Apply”

Introduction One of the most foundational skills we can develop in our study of Scripture is the ability to move from understanding what the Bible meant in its original...

by C Michael Patton

Church History

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7 Ecumenical Councils in a Nutshell

Here is a basic overview of the Seven Ecumenical Councils. I tried to make it memorable: 1. 325 (Nicaea): Christ is one substance (homoousios) with the Father. No, He’s not a...

by C Michael Patton

Anthropology

Calvinism

Difficult Issues in Scripture

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Punting to Mystery: A Calvinist Reflection on Free Will and Divine Sovereignty

Introduction I’ve been mulling over an idea for many years, one I’ve written about before but am now trying to articulate more clearly. It centers on the notion of...

by C Michael Patton

Calvinism

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Reconciling Free Will and Divine Sovereignty: A Three-Dimensional View from a Two-Dimensional World

Imagine a world where you had to choose between two truths that seem equally valid but seemed utterly contradictory. In the realm of the Christian faith, this isn’t just...

by C Michael Patton

Theology Unplugged

Through Theology in a Year

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Theology Unplugged Q/A

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by C Michael Patton

Depression

Personal (Michael Patton)

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My Two Moms: Brenda Patton 1950-2024

by C Michael Patton

Apologetics

Credo House of Theology

What is Dialectical Theology and Why Should You Know About It?

Dialectical theology offers a vital approach for engaging diverse theological perspectives, fostering respectful dialogue, and disarming a polarized culture. Discover how this...

by C Michael Patton

Apologetics

Credo House of Theology

What is Dialectical Theology and Why Should You Know About It?

Dialectical theology offers a vital approach for engaging diverse theological perspectives, fostering respectful dialogue, and disarming a polarized culture. Discover how this...

by C Michael Patton

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