Lord, keep us steadfast in your word; curb those who by deceit or sword would wrest the kingdom from your Son and bring to nothing all he’s done. Lord Jesus Christ, your power make known, for you are Lord of lords alone; defend your holy church, that we may sing your praise eternally. O Comforter [...]
Archive for October, 2007
Prayer: Luther
Posted in Luther, Prayers on October 30, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Dr. Peter Schmiechen – Response to "Intro and Conclusions"
Posted in Atonement, Saving Power on October 30, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
At Kent Eilers’ invitation I welcome the opportunity to participate in the discussion. He has summarized in a very accurate and helpful way themes from the book. I hope my responses will not be an intrusion into the discussion.
1. One purpose of the book is to overcome the imperialism of claiming one view is the [...]
Prayer: John Wesley
Posted in Prayers, Wesley on October 25, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
O grant that nothing in my soul may dwell, but your pure love alone!
O may your love possess me whole. My joy, my treasure, and my crown.
Strange flames far from my heart remove! Every act, word, thought, be love.
John Wesley
Prayer: Bernard of Clairvuax
Posted in Bernard of Clairvuax, Prayers on October 15, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Let your ministry in me today begin in truth…that I may see the pitfalls into which my own foolishness leads me.
May your work in me this day be completed in grace…that I may mature and be stronger to walk in the paths of righteousness. amen and amen.
Bernard of Clairvuax
(Saving Power, Intro & Conclusion) Values, Categories, and Criteria
Posted in Atonement, Book Reviews, Saving Power on October 1, 2007 | 14 Comments »
Let’s walk through the main elements of our reading and I will pose some questions at the end. Think of the questions as catalysts for thought. Reply to any or all of them if you wish, or open up an entirely new thread of discussion. Here we go.
Behind Schmiechen’s aim in writing this book lies [...]
