by Wade Berry | Nov 29, 2016 | Scripture, Theology
Soteriology is the study of the doctrine of salvation. It has arguably been the dominant doctrinal concern for Protestant Christians over the past 500 years. One side of the soteriological equation deals with how God made it possible for people to be saved. It asks...
by Wade Berry | Jul 8, 2016 | Faith & Heritage, Scripture, Theology
Scripture and Experience Last week, we talked about how we view God’s goals in interacting with humanity. I argued that the gospel is not about offering us a more successful version of the life we already have. It is (among other things) about offering us a new...
by Stephen Suffron | Jul 5, 2016 | Leadership, Ministry, Theology
Early in my time here in Stephens, I was talking to a member who was trying to be active in sharing his faith, but he was frustrated. “Everyone here is saved, you know,” he said. Then he cracked a wry smile, “But no one goes to church!” It has...