Category Archives: Theologization

The OT Bible (Tanakh) in Modern Scholarship

Posted on November 17, 2016 by timlyg

This corresponds to a course I am taking in college. Though the class is named "The Bible as Literature", this is actually a course about modern scholarship in the Tanakh. The idea of modern scholarship is this: The religious, the God-fearing … Continue reading →

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Canons of Dort

Posted on November 6, 2016 by timlyg

From the famous Synod of Dort (1618-1619): I once heard Dr. Tong mentioned of its refusal to excommunicate the Arminians as heretics. I believe the First Head Article 16 of the canons is relevant to it. That we ought to … Continue reading →

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Free Will Definition

Posted on November 6, 2016 by timlyg

This is from the Ligonier lesson on Understanding Free Will by R.C. Sproul (Lesson 5: Sovereign Grace). From Augustinians: The ability to do what we want. Jonathan Edwards on free will definition: Free will is that which our minds choose … Continue reading →

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Indifference & Stupidity

Posted on November 6, 2016 by timlyg

Redeemer's famous quote: "The opposite of love is indifference." The generation of indifference comes from the generation of niceness (as in foolishness). I look at the academic pridefuls, when I see indifference in their characters, I search and find the … Continue reading →

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Pelagianism

Posted on November 4, 2016 by timlyg

Pelagius, pious Irish who had problem with Augustine's prayer: "Oh God, grant what Thou Commandest; and Command what Thou dost desire". The first part of the prayer means "grant me the grace to do your will." Pelagius: "If God commands … Continue reading →

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The 3 Idols Today, by Tim Keller

Posted on October 15, 2016 by timlyg

An article on Tim Keller's discussion and his book Counterfeit Gods: Experience Doctrine Consumerism* The first two are very apt. The last one, consumerism, may only be applied to megachurches or declining churches. It is really not a Christian phenomenon. … Continue reading →

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A Thorough Analysis on Jealousy/Envy

Posted on October 13, 2016 by timlyg

Terminology of jealousy or envy will be based on the ESV standard. The two words (jealousy & envy) are very similar. 3 Kinds of jealousy/envy: First, there is the jealousy of God. In fact, the word jealousy in ESV is … Continue reading →

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Ligonier Class: Church History II: The Medieval Church

Posted on October 12, 2016 by timlyg

Medieval = medium aevum = middle age. Dark ages. From the decline of the Roman Empire, to a 1000 years later. Ephesians 2:11-22, a good reminder of the humble view of gentile being further from Christ than the commonwealth of Israel. … Continue reading →

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Reflection of the Week

Posted on October 9, 2016 by timlyg

After the Dr. Tong recent rally. I have this in my meditation. A prayer. I pray that God will instill upon me, something he did not for many of those around Dr. Tong. That is, a heart that love sinners. … Continue reading →

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Rally Week: Dr. Tong's NYC big rally 2016, since 2010

Posted on September 25, 2016 by timlyg

Today marks the end of the NYC rally for this year. Perhaps he would come again in 2, 3 years. I sensed an unlikely chance of talking to him in person again, hence I thanked him today for coming to … Continue reading →

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