Mike Ratliff ends his post with the observation about a very common error of the modern visible church. The Pragmatic Church of today substitutes man’s ways for God’s way. https://mikeratliff.wordpress.com/2026/03/20/christ-the-wisdom-and-power-of-god-vs-gospel-contextualization/ Note also Mike’s quote: 30 And because of him you are in Christ Jesus, who became wisdom to us from God, both righteousness and sanctification… Continue reading Preaching the Gospel…
But ye are a chosen generation…..
Mike Ratliff’s post below turned out to be much longer than I thought it would be. It is fairly balanced and worth the time to read. https://mikeratliff.wordpress.com/2026/03/15/limited-atonement/ I was first made aware of these doctrines some 25 years ago as I was working through a number of Dr. S. Lewis Johnson’s sermons, and was particularly… Continue reading But ye are a chosen generation…..
Reversing Roles – The Pharisee and Antinomian
I’m probably breaking a rule here in reposting Michelle Lesley’s article. I’m a pretty solid Complementarian as it goes for men teaching men and women teaching women. Particularly in the church. I do think we can as men also learn valuable truths from women. As this early example clarifies: The Resurrection Luk 24:22 Yea, and certain… Continue reading Reversing Roles – The Pharisee and Antinomian
What the Bible says about Jesus…..
Reading Mike Ratliff’s post this morning I couldn’t help but think his opening would make a pretty good Profession of Faith Statement. Luke 24 is one of my favorite passages to quote. It’s such an important witness to the authority and purpose of the scriptures, with these dual statements by Jesus: These first verses were… Continue reading What the Bible says about Jesus…..
Rainbow Trout 