In “The Occult in the Mainstream Church, Part 3” I pointed out what the actual definition of polytheism is and then proceeded to explain why the Divine Council view is polytheism by definition. Then someone came by and reminded me of Bnonn Tennant’s posts. So let’s delve right in, shall we? …

In Part 3, I gave a quote by Bruce Charlton where he noted that what “Trad” Christians desire most is not something that has ever been found in Christianity. The hierarchical and patriarchal societies that they so deeply want are only found in other religions and cultures. Those who seek …

NOTE: I’m pretty sure that the subtext of the comment below is Sigma Frame’s “The Stronghold of the Beta Factory” (or else the general meta-discussion happening on related blogs).   Per Charlton (here):   As an aside, what we’ve been discussing (e.g. in “Postivism“) matches what Charlton says: Any treatment …

After writing “They Can’t Understand The Word,” I noticed this comment (emphasis added): This is quite illustrative! See how Jack acknowledges that “Western” Christianity follows Paul? See how Jack implicitly rejects this? He knows that Paul’s teachings contradict what is being taught by Radix Fidem. It as I said: The reference to …

The main problem with mysticism is that it hides what Christ has revealed. It confuses what has been made clear. It wraps in mystery that which isn’t a mystery. Consider this statement from “The Parable of the Four Soils:” The mark of the mystic is a lack of clarity. It …

NOTE: For a larger discussion of the what the ‘seed’ in the Parable of the Sower is, see Part 2. Two men perform, side-by-side, the exact same work. Yet only one is justified: his work is found to be true. The other is rejected, his work is found to be …

Positivism One of the topics I talk about is Positivism. Do you recall when Jack @ Sigma Frame and Bruce Charlton temporarily came together for a short dialogue in “Is the Σ Frame Blog Positivistic or Prophetic?” Jack is a big fan of Bruce Charlton. Charlton’s blog features prominently on Sigma …

Bruce Charlton has some interesting thoughts (emphasis added): My primary objection in “Dr. Michael Heiser” might be summarized rather plainly: he’s joined countless others in unnecessarily adding his own requirements to “being-a-Christian.” Do not question, do not examine. Just accept and obey. Whether it be Heiser, Radix Fidem, or the occult mystics in …

I’m sure many would read my recent series of articles and grumble “that’s just Derek proof-texting again.” Consider Ed Hurst’s statement from 2016: See that part about proof-texting? To wit: The claim of proof-texting is an ad hominem: it’s a claim about someone’s motivations, not merely their objective actions, that is, …

These are great questions written in response to my comment here. Let’s dive in. The First Question This question requires a careful, thoughtful response. The New Testament instructs the church to be mutually submitting to each other as to Christ. Out of love and respect, Christians are to defer to …