Among the theological topics I am interested in, soteriological issues pique my interest. As a theologian who holds to Calvinistic soteriology, I get to be asked a lot of questions on Calvinism. In this post we will tackle a somewhat technical question related to Calvinism, Infralapsarianism, Sublapsarianism, or Supralapsarianism. My response is stated below after the question. Question: First off, I want to affirm that I believe in God's Sovereignty. I have no problem with that. And yes, God could save everyone and yes, he's not oblige to. But you and I know that Universalism is not taught in the Bible. When you said he chose to save some, when did that chosing occur? Before or after the Fall? Which sysretem do you follow? Infralapsarianism, Sublapsarianism, or Supralapsarianism? When you said He "leave others to the consequences of their sin," you mean damned others to go to Hell even before they were born, right? Let me address the issue you brought up in your second to … [Read more...]
Response to KJV onlyist arguments on 2 Timothy 2:15 and issues on copy right of modern translations
KJV Onlyists often spins out memes and various short posters to spread their disinformation, conspiracy theories, half truths and lies in the internet more particularly in social media and being an active internet user I often come across them. The particular text in dispute here is 2 Timothy 2:15 wherein it is alleged that the NIV "Fails to teach how to get God’s approval" The guy who posted the meme then made a side comment that Modern translations “ . . .. made a change only for the sake of changing things to get their copyrights, make money, and to undermine the Christian's faith in an inerrant Bible.” Here's the meme and below is my counter argument to the issues. The Greek in dispute is the word “σπουδάζω spoudazō” Greek dictionaries and lexicons give their meanings as follows: The Key dictionary of Greek NT gives the meaning as: from 4710; to use speed, i.e. to make effort, be prompt or earnest: — do (give) diligence, be diligent (forward), endeavour, labour, … [Read more...]
13 Ways on how polymaths can expand their comfort zone
A polymath will probably have no problem expanding his/her comfort zone considering that polymaths are life long learners and embraces new experiences just to gain knowledge and apply it. However not all polymaths are made equal. Some polymaths only utilize one or a few modes of learning in to absorb knowledge. In this way a polymath stays in his “comfort zone.” Staying in your comfort zone always limits anybody. A polymath is such because he/she thinks out of the box hence it is always best for polymaths to find a way to expand his/her comfort zone. As a polymath if you want to expand the modes of exploration of your learning it might be best to expand your comfornt zone. You may have noticed that’s a scary place to be. But there are ways to expand your comfort zone gently. It doesn’t matter how you get there, as long as you complete the journey. 1. Take it slow, start slowly - It’s the bigger changes that tend to stimulate feelings of discomfort. The thought of doing 50 … [Read more...]
Ten good reasons why I love investing in the stock market – Part 2
Last time in “Ten reasons why I love investing in the stock market-Part 1” I discussed the first three reasons on why I love investing in the stock market. We will continue discussing the next three reasons . 4.) Investing in the stock market if done correctly is considered by experts the as the best investment. Studies have shown despite the fact that the stock market may have its up and down moments, in the long run the stock market is still the best investment vehicle. In the book of Prof. Jeremy Seigel entitled “Stock for the Long run,” he cited numerous case studies regarding this matter. The graph below indicates how stocks have beaten bonds and other vehicle of investments. Based on the above mentioned graph from 1802 to 1997 (A span of 195 years, in the edition of Prof. Jeremy Seigel's book the computations are only up to 1997) despite the stock market’s volatility and fluctuations, most of the time stocks take the lead over all other vehicle of investment. The … [Read more...]
Did the NIV corrupt their translation to favor homosexuality ?
KJV onlyists often make outlandish claims against modern translations. I often encounter this in my numerous engagement with KJV Onlyists in social media. This time the text in dispute is 2 Kings 9:31. However the issue is not limited to just a mere translation of the text. This time KJV Onlyists accuse the NIV translation committee of being more committed "to gender equality" and that such commitment "exceeds their commitment to accurate translation" Here is their argument: 2 Samuel 3:29 – David Curses His Own Family Let it rest on the head of Joab, and on all his father's house; and let there not fail from the house of Joab one that hath an issue, or that is a leper, or that leaneth on a staff, or that falleth on the sword, or that lacketh bread. (KJV, Harkavy, JPS Tanach) Let it fall on the head of Yo’av and all his father’s family. May Yo’av’s family always have someone with a hemorrhage or tzara‘at, or who has to walk with a cane, or who dies by the sword or who … [Read more...]
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