Bad Theology in Heaven? Confessions of a Mystical Calvinist
Being a Calvinist isn't the struggle—it's being mistaken for *that* kind of Calvinist. This post explores "Mystical Calvinism," a way of holding the doctrines of grace with...
Who’s Not Who in Church History: Felix Aptunga – The Bishop Who, Sadly, Got a Libellus
Felix Aptunga, an often-overlooked figure in church history, found himself at the center of one of the most significant early Christian controversies. During the brutal...
Orthodoxy Across the Spectrum: 6 Views of Orthodoxy
Where Do You Stand? Christians come to theology with different starting points—presuppositions that shape how we define faithfulness. That doesn’t make those presuppositions...
Are We Held Guilty for Adam’s Sin: Why Aquinas’ View that Angels are not a Species Matters
Are we really held guilty for Adam’s sin? Many wrestle with the fairness of imputed sin, but Thomas Aquinas offers a surprising and compelling angle. By exploring his view...
The Gospel is a Person, Not a Proposition
What if the Gospel isn’t primarily a formula, a set of doctrines, or even a carefully worded message—but a person? This post reflects on a real conversation with a homeless...
Won’t Heaven Be Boring?
Many wonder if heaven will be boring—an endless, unchanging existence. But what if heaven is filled with growth, learning, and endless discovery? This post explores how being...
Is Ridicule Ever a Legitimate Christian Tactic? (Don’t Answer Too Quickly!)
In this blog, we explore whether ridicule is a legitimate—and even necessary—tool for Christians. Drawing on Scripture and the teachings of Church Fathers like Augustine,...
Gladiators and Strippers (And The Night I Closed My Eyes)
Alypius once despised the gladiator games—until one moment of weakness pulled him in. Augustine tells the story of his fall and God’s unexpected rescue.
The Hidden Hands: Amanuenses and the Letters Behind the Letters
This deep dive into ancient letter-writing practices explores how the use of amanuenses impacts our understanding of New Testament authorship, challenging modern assumptions...